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GROWING LEADERS BLOG

Unknown Soldiers of God's Kingdom

by Doug Bing, Washington Conference president

This week the nation honored the veterans of our nation, the men and women of our nation who fight for our freedoms.

Between Memorial Day (honoring those who died in service) and Veterans Day (honoring the service of all U.S. military veterans living and deceased), there is a photo that is often shared: a picture of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the honored, guarded, and respected resting place of an unidentified soldier.

Something else is about this location is unknown: the names of the guards. There's a story in 2 Corinthians 8 about Paul sending Titus and two other famous preachers to a new church.

Yet the famous preachers are never mentioned...

Brother-Sister Leader Duo Elected

Executive Committee recently elected two new directors for Washington Conference - and they are siblings!

Jose Jerez was elected to serve as Planned Giving director and replaces Matthew Gilkey. He previously served the department as an associate, and has previous experience in the insurance industry. Our Planned Giving team - Jose Jerez, Rita Gruesbeck and Carol Craig - are ready to serve your estate planning and long-term gift needs.

Elida Jerez was elected to serve as Health Ministries director in addition to her responsibilities supporting the Ministerial department. She has served in this role on an interim basis and is significantly growing the profile of Health Ministries in western Washington. She holds a master's degree in health. Elida and her husband, Diego, are active in a church plant in Bremerton.

Both siblings are passionate about ministry and growing God's kingdom! We look forward to seeing how God will lead in these new roles!

Send Congrats to Jose

Send Congrats to Elida

Join Our Team

Washington Conference is accepting applications for the Executive Administrative Assistant position that supports the President's Office. This position involves carrying out administrative duties for the president.

If interested in this position, please fill out an application form at washingtonconference.org/employment and submit the application, cover letter, and resume to kenneth.aiolupotea@wc.npuc.org.

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NOV. 16 OFFERING OPPORTUNITY

Local Church Ministries

There is nothing in this world more wonderful than working for Jesus! This can be done vicariously, sustaining other workers with your prayers, offerings, and words of encouragement. But even more wonderful is to become a soul-winner yourself. Whatever your individual personality and gifts, there's one gift we all can share: a smile! This Sabbath, smile and interact with someone you don't know or don't know well. Make a new friend!

Let us faithfully give our tithes and offerings but let us also give of ourselves!

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MEET & GREET PREVIEW
for November 16

This weekend you will find Washington Conference administration at Auburn Adventist Academy's Family Weekend.

Follow along with church travels and visits with #PewView reports on Facebook and Instagram!

Renton Homecoming

Nov. 15-16 | Renton

Reunite with Renton Adventist Church for its 50th anniversary! More Info

Maranatha Church Anniversary

Nov. 15-16 | Seattle

Join Friday vespers at 7 pm, Sabbath services at 10 am, and Sabbath afternoon reflections and concert at 4 pm! More info

Bremerton's 25th Homecoming

Nov. 16 | Bremerton

Reunite with Bremerton Seventh-day Adventist Church! Guest speaker: Pastor Gary Fogelquist.

How to Pay for College Workshop

Nov. 16, 5 pm | AAA Church Fireside Room

Pick up free advice for paying for college from Walla Walla University student finance experts. 40 minute presentation with Q&A. More details

AAA Musical

Nov. 16, 7 pm | Rainier Auditorium

The hills are alive for Auburn's annual musical! Tickets at the door!

Bookmobile on the Move

Place your Christian book and veggie food order with Auburn ABC at 253-833-6707 for delivery to the following locations:

Nov. 16
Port Orchard Church
| 6:00 - 6:30 pm

Nov. 17
Sequim Church
| 9:45 - 10:30 am
Poulsbo School/Church
| 11:45 - 12:15 pm
Kitsap Adventist School (Bremerton)
| 1:00 - 1:30 pm
Shelton Church
| 2:30 - 3:00 pm
Olympia Transformation Life Church
| 3:30 - 4:15 pm
Chehalis Church
| 5:00 - 5:30 pm

Cooking School

Nov 17, 6 pm | Bellingham

Our Wellness Table will present a plant-based cooking class at Bellingham Adventist Church. Free. Pre-registration required

Sunset Adventure

Nov. 23, 2 pm | Sunset Lake

Rain or shine, explore the natural beauty of Sunset Lake Camp in a special Sabbath afternoon adventure with your hike host Craig Mattson!

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