October 20, 2017: This Week – What does the law of God require? and more!

Published by mark mohrlang on

Sunday, October 22
  Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

   Question: What does the law of God require?
 Answer: Personal, perfect, and perpetual obedience; that we love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength; and love our neighbor as ourselves. What God forbids should never be done and what God commands should always be done.

Listen to last week’s sermon HERE

Children’s Ministry
    Hymn of the Month –  Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
Catechism question for the Month- 1. What is our only hope in life and death?

     Preschool lesson: Hannah’s Prayer
     Younger Elementary: Rahab Believes in God
     Older Elementary: God’s Law

  Full Life Discipleship
Sundays at 9am in the Taproot Lobby
Weekly readings from the Renovare Devotional Classic
Oct. 22 – Watchman Nee – Evangelism
Further questions for reflection:
1. In this passage Jesus is quoting from the “Shema,” an Old Testament passage found in Deuteronomy 6:4-9. Read this passage.
2. Think about the different areas of heart, soul, might and mind. What are the different ways we express love for God in each of these areas?
3. Read Matthew 5:17-20.  How does this shape our view of the law of God?  How do we view the law through the “lense” of Jesus?
4. What are the biggest hindrances to loving neighbors in our society?  What are your biggest hindrances to loving your neighbors?

If you are interested in more resources for the New City Catechism, like the app or devotional book, click HERE!
Upcoming EventsNew Members Class
Last meeting this Sunday, the 22nd, from 11:15am-12pm
Interested in becoming a member? Join the class in the upstairs lobby at Taproot for 3 short sessions on what membership means at Sanctuary.

Hunger Goblin Trick or Treat
October 28, 12-3pm
Come trick or treat at participating businesses and help kids in need in our community by donating $2 or can of food for the FamilyWorks Greenwood Food Resource Center.

Use donation stations along Phinney/Greenwood during the event, or the Phinney Umpqua Bank the week before to get an Official Hunger Goblin Sticker.
Save The Date!
FRIDAY OCTOBER 27, 2017

You are cordially invited to the Association for a More Just Society’s (AJS) Celebration of Justice!

2016 was a pivotal year for AJS and we have some exciting news to share – we
can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Please join AJS-Honduras staff member Maribel Muñoz and AJS director of operations
Jill Van Beek to hear them talk about the brave Hondurans who are building hope and cultivating justice in their communities and throughout their nation.

Please RSVP by visiting us online or by calling 1(800)897-1135. 

Friday October 27, 2017, Bellevue Christian Reformed Church
Reception at 6:30 pm, Dinner at 7:15 pm
(1221 148th Ave NE, Bellevue WA 98007)
*Live closer to Lynden? Check out our Lynden event Oct 26.
Please  with any questions or for more information.
Admission is free.
Community Groups
Community groups have started! These are mid-sized groups that gather weekly for fellowship, prayer and study. Participants also serve together in a variety of ways, are always welcoming of newcomers, and love kids… so come for a visit! Want to join a group? Email one of the leaders below, or contact Lorelle with questions.
Sunday group: (Razzi’s Greenwood), 1130am-1pm, Contact – Torrey Edwards 
Monday group: (Greenlake), 630-8pm, Contact – Steve Geelhood
Wednesday group: (rotating location), 6-730pm, Contact – Drew Dixon
Thursday group: (rotating location), 630-745pm, Contact – Luke and Gina Daining
Every other Sunday: Women’s small group, 6pm in member homes
(contact Mary Vincent for more information)
Events at the Green BeanStitching Group
Every Tuesday, join crafters from 5:30-7pm for a drink,
some stitching and conversation.
Open Mic Night
On the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7pm.

Game Night
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Bring a game,
meet a friend and play fun games. Starts at 6:30pm.
Financial Update
Cumulative October Offering
$13,692
Budgeted Monthly Offering
$19,425
 As of October 1, 2017
Fiscal YTD Resources
$56,925
 Fiscal YTD Expenses
$54,127
Give Online
For more information:
  • Check out worship Sunday mornings, 10am at Taproot Theatre and visit our Website.
  • See what’s happening on our Facebook page.
  • Come see us 7 days a week at the Green Bean Coffee House and join us for community hours, Saturdays 9-11am.
To share prayer requests with staff members and the prayer team, emailpray@sanctuarycrc.org
Sanctuary Staff
Mark Mohrlang – Co-Pastor
Summer Mohrlang – Co-Pastor
Randy Rowland – Network Pastor
Torrey Edwards & Sarah Lewis-Assink –
Co-Directors of Children’s Ministry
Heather Cowden – Ministry Coordinator
Jen Geelhood – Bookkeeper
James Spaan – Green Bean Manager
Drew Dixon – Seminary Intern

Safe Church Representative:
Sarah Lewis-Assink
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