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December 6, 2018

We value (A)dventist education, (C)oaching leaders,
(T)otally involving members in ministry, & (S)piritually growing in Jesus. This is Washington ACTS!

May We Become a “Going” and “Growing” Church for Jesus

By Doug Bing, Washington Conference president

A young person we know once purchased a t-shirt emblazoned with the words “Pacific North Wet” instead of “Pacific North West.” It seemed then (and now) like an appropriate description for our area! During this time of year when it’s mostly clouds and rain, the sun is a rare sight that leaves you wanting to feel the warm sunshine.

It seems like our world, in general, is in a dark place as well. We have challenges in society that seem only to become more complex as time goes by. We have acrimony taking place throughout our government between political parties and even within our church structure. Social media is filled with people taking potshots at each other regardless of someone’s feelings. The news continues to be filled with horrific crimes, tragedies, and issues of race relations.

Yet this time of year is about one of the brightest lights that has ever shown on this earth.

Continue reading to see why!
Read Why!
:: THIS WEEK IN WASHINGTON

A Review of the Town Hall Meetings


This week, Washington Conference administration were out and about at town hall meetings showing how God still acts in western Washington!

Didn't make it to the meeting? Don't worry! Take a look at the town hall presentation and town hall handout to see how God continues to spread His love!
Click to See the Town Hall Presentation!

A Special Offering for Adventist Community Services


On December 8, the loose church offering is scheduled to support Adventist Community Services (ACS) throughout the North American Division.

Your offering helps ACS continue to develop community, scholarships, leadership development initiatives, and expansion of resources!

Plus, watch a short video from Adventist Community Services to see how they are making an impact in the community!
Give Online to Adventist Community Services
FROM BOB GRADY

A Chance to Spread God's Healing


SAGE is looking for medical doctors and nurses to join a medical mission trip with Maranatha to Kenya, Africa on February 12 - March 1, 2019!

This will be an exciting opportunity to spread God's healing through serving 200-300 patients daily. While spreading God's healing, there will also be several days to go on an African safari adventure in the animal game parks of the Masai Mara.

Are you a medical doctor or nurse willing to be the healing hands of God? Call Bob Grady NOW at 360-668-2314 for more details.

Meet & Greet


Washington Conference leaders would like to say hello to you at one (or more) of these upcoming events. When you see them, please mention this "hello invitation" from Washington ACTS!

Dec. 8 | Doug Bing speaking at Eastside SDA Fellowship
Dec. 11 | Jerry Russell at Kirkland School Christmas Program in Kirkland
Dec. 12 | Doug Bing at Mountain View Christian School Christmas Program in Sequim
Dec. 13 | Doug Bing at Forest Park Christmas Program in Everett
Dec. 14 | Doug Bing & Jerry Russell at AAA Christmas Program in Auburn
Dec. 15 | Jerry Russell at Whidbey School Christmas Program in Oak Harbor
Dec. 15 | Doug Bing at Shelton School Christmas Program
Dec. 15 | Leaders at AAA Secular Christmas Program & Dorm Open House in Auburn
Jan. 5 | Doug Bing at Regional Day of Celebration in Tacoma

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Copyright © 2018 Washington Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, All rights reserved.
President: Doug Bing. VP Administration: Craig Carr.
VP Finance: Jerry Russell. VP Education: Craig Mattson.
Managing Editor: Heidi Baumgartner  Contributing Editor: Katie Henderson



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