STAFA Place of Hope, Second Chances, and New Beginnings

MESSENGERSeptember 23, 2017

LEADERSHIPTEAM

Benjamin Orian, pastor 360.310.6822Isaac Hanna, bible school coordinator 206.519.2465Laurel Esselbach, office admin 253.537.2555

Ken Thompson, first elder 253.531.8856Elsa Leslie, elder 253.273.7318Silvia Orian, elder 303.506.1029Stephanie Faletoi, elder 714.702.0771Leon Hembry, elder 253.212.7702Del Harrison, elder 253.278.5584Ben Helu, first deacon 253.538.0614Ann Graham, first deaconess 253.328.5685Pam Woods, treasurer 253.606.8186Marge Thompson, clerk 253.495.0660

230 South 94th Street | Tacoma, WA 98444 (253) 537-2555 admin@stafonline.org

Church Office Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 10 am - 2 pm

STAFWELCOME“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling.”

Psalm 46:1-3

WELCOME TO STAF! Another hurricane. Another earthquake. The world feels like it’s coming apart. Nonetheless, our hope remains in Jesus. He’s the Shelter in the time of Storm. So it’s nice to come to a place that offers perspective, understanding, and most of all—hope. We pray that your experience today at STAF brings refreshment, peace, and new excitement for following Jesus. After all, He’s the reason we’re here!

TONIGHT7:04p Sabbath ends

TUESDAY, September 2610a Bulletin Announcements & Information Due 10a10a Food Store open10a Church Office open until 2p7p Orientation for Meeting Volunteers

WEDNESDAY, September 276:30p Community Gym Night

THURSDAY, September 2812p Church Office open until 5p7p Gamblers’ 12-Step Group — in Youth classroom

FRIDAY, September 296:52p Sabbath begins

SABBATH, September 30Women’s Lunch (see announcement)

6:50p Sabbath ends

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To embrace diversity,

reject racism, fight for the powerless,

and break the cycle of

poverty in our neighborhood.

Grow to 500+ attending and

involved in soul-winning

and discipleship ministries.

Kids Missions Attendance Community

To provide outstanding

children’s and youth

ministries that teach, mentor, and prepare

kids for Jesus’ soon return.

To sponsor 2 international

mission trips to build up, edify,

and expand God’s kingdom

on Earth.

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Summary of our outreach goals for the next 5 years. Join us!

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ITALIAN-THEMED FELLOWSHIP LUNCH TODAY After the Worship Service, in the GymnasiumEveryone, especially our guests, are welcome to come and enjoy food and fellowship.

KLINGONS, ET’S & ALIENS Sept 30 & Oct 7 @ 10a in the SanctuaryAre they out there? Do they receive salvation? Come to learn!

SPECIAL OFFICE HOURS START THIS WEEK Thursday office hours will be 12 - 5p for Sept 28 and Oct 5.

GYM NIGHT MOVES TO WEDNESDAY THROUGHOUT OCTOBER ONLYThe Gym will be open on Wednesdays this month, due to the Revelation meetings. We will resume Thursday nights in November.

GAME NIGHT COORDINATOR We are looking for people who will coordinate just one all-church Game Night. A 1-time commitment, similar to the Community Dinner coordinator. We will have these periodically thru Fall/Winter. Turn in a blue card with the offering if you are interested.

REUNITE IS CANCELLED IN OCT—Except Ken's All other small groups will resume November 1st.

YOUTH GAMES 1st & 3rd SATURDAYS @ 9p Or After the Revelation Meeting Has Ended Those Evenings If you are a teen or young adult, come to enjoy food and games in the Gymnasium. Hours above are for October only.

AMEN>>TACOMA Impact Your Health—Free Clinic November 10 & 12 Volunteers (medical and non-medical) are needed for this Adventist-sponsored, city-wide, full health clinic. For info and to volunteer visit amentacoma.com.

PREACHINGSCHEDULE

Today’s message will be made available on DVD following the worship service. Find it in the literature rack in the Foyer. If you can’t be with us in person, you can always join the live stream at our website.

Pastor Orian what must I do?

Pastor Orian is Jesus enough?

Tyler Long REVELATION: Final Events

Tyler Long REVELATION: Final Events

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REVELATION: THE FINAL EVENTS Opening Night is this Thursday @ 7p Bring a friend and join us as we are blessed from God’s Word by Pastor Tyler Long. Thurs-Sun nights.

EARL MARTIN’S MEMORIAL SERVICE 1p Tomorrow at Freemasons’ Crescent Lodge, Enumclaw. Come to support Earl’s family and bring a covered dish to share at the potluck.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY POTLUCK NEXT SABBATH After Worship Service, in the Gymnasium Bring food to share, as STAF women are ministered to and discover new ways to minister.

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Be sure to check weekly for updates, news, and changes at our website: www.stafonline.org&

September Goal: $9500Received (MTD) $5,621

Ways to give: ' tithe envelope in the pew ( online at www.stafonline.org

Annual Goal (YTD): 76,000Received (YTD) $70,915

Today’s offering focus is our STAF MINISTRIES which supports our outreach and mission projects, youth and children’s ministries, and Christian education.

we return our tithes & offeringsLIVINGFAITH

Our Fall Seminar onBible Prophecy.

Don’t let ANYONE orANYTHING keep you from

attending this powerful Bible Study. In fact, be sure

to take a flyer today and share the GOOD NEWS with a family member,

friend, or neighbor.

With Guest Speaker TYLER LONG

Can we tell from the Bible just how soon the world will end?

Thursday, Sept 28, 7:00pm1

From terrorist bombings overseas to violence in our own streets—if God is so good, why is there so much violence?

Friday, Sept 29, 7:00pm2

Prophecy Reveals Man’s Great Dilemma. Discover the prophecy that gives hope to face the future unafraid.

Saturday, Sept 30, 7:00pm3