LEADERSHIPTEAMBenjamin Orian, pastor 360.310.6822Laurel
Esselbach, office admin 253.537.2555
Ken Thompson, first elder 253.531.8856Elsa Leslie, elder
253.273.7318Silvia Orian, elder 303.506.1029Leon 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 253.495.0660Nemaia
Faletogo, bible school coordinator 206.327.4130
230 South 94th Street | Tacoma, WA 98444(253) 537-2555
[email protected]
Church Office Hours: Tues 1 - 5 pm; Wed/Thurs 10 am - 2 pm
STAFWELCOMEThen I saw another angel flying in the midst of
heaven, having the everlasting Gospel to preach to those who dwell
on the earth—to every nation tribe, tongue and people—saying in a
loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His
judgment has come, and worship Him Who made heaven and earth, the
sea, and the springs of water.” Revelation 14:6-7 (NKJV)
A young salesman was disappointed about losing a big sale, and
as he talked with his sales manager he lamented, "I guess it just
proves you can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink."
The manager replied, "Son, take my advice: your job is not to make
him drink. Your job is to make him thirsty." So it is with
evangelism. Our lives should be so filled with Christ that they
create a thirst for the Gospel. Welcome to STAF!— Pastor Ben
TODAYFellowship Lunch *
6:06p Sabbath ends6:59p “God’s True Church” FINAL MEETING
TUESDAY, March 1310a Bulletin Announcements Due 10a Food Store
open until 12p1p Church Office open until 5p
WEDNESDAY, March 1410a Church Office open until 2p7p Reunite
small groups
THURSDAY, March 1510a Church Office open until 2p 6:30p
Community Gym Night
FRIDAY, March 16 7:15p Sabbath begins
SABBATH, March 17Men’s and Women’s Potluck Lunches *
7:30p Youth Game Night
*See Announcements or News pages for details
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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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WOMEN’S and MEN’S LUNCHES NEXT SABBATH Please bring plenty of
food to share at these potluck/covered dish lunches. Please look
next week for the signs in kitchen re: where to put your food,
depending on which group you are a part of. All men and women of
STAF, as well as guests, are invited to join in. Worship,
fellowship, outreach and ministering to one another are the goals
of these ministries.
WOMEN’S SPRING EVENT APRIL 28 This exciting and inspirational
annual event is for women from all over Western Washington. It
includes lunch & materials, so pre-registration is required and
there is a fee. Early Birds’ price by March 31 is only $30.
http://2018wmspringday.eventbrite.com/
KEEP VALUABLES WITH YOU You would think church would be a safe
place to leave things unattended. However, ShareFaith Magazine
stated that nearly $39 billion was reported stolen among Christian
churches in North America in 2014. STAF invites anyone who wants to
worship God, including the general public, to join us. Please be
safe and keep your valuables close to you at all times.
SAFE CHILD CHECK-IN If you are attending with a child or
children under the age of 13, we ask that you check them in to
their Sabbath School and get them after. We are endeavoring to
create a safe atmosphere for families to worship God at STAF. For
more information, please see the flyer available at our Guest
Services counter in the Foyer.
SAVE THE DATE! March 20 STAF Finance Committee, Church Board
March 21 Free Community Dinner WE NEED A HOST! March 31 Easter
Service and Lunch April 6-8 VegFest in Seattle (see poster near
Parent’s room) April 14 STAF hosts South Sound Sabbath School
Workshop April 28 Women’s Spring Day (in Auburn) May 4 - 20 Spring
Revival and Prophecy Series with Doug Bing May 12 Mother’s Day
Celebration & Luncheon June 15-23 Campmeeting (in Auburn)
STAF SERVANT-LEADERS STAF is on a 2-year term for church
leaders. If you cannot continue your term through June, 2019,
please see Pastor Ben.
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
Nemaia Faletogo
Pastor Orian Easter Service
Pastor Orian “From Fig Leaves to Faith”
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FELLOWSHIP LUNCH TODAYA special invitation to our guests,
visitors and all members to join us for a vegetarian, Italian
fellowship lunch after the Worship Service. Head on over to the
Gym!
SAFETY PRACTICE NEXT WEEKWe’ll be taking the 1st 10 minutes of
the Worship Service to implement and practice a response to
emergency situations. “Safety Sabbath” is an annual practice
event.
SPRING FORWARD TONIGHT! Another sign Spring is almost here and
long summer evenings are on the way. Set your clocks forward one
hour tonight.
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TOP 3STAF ANNOUNCEMENTS NEWS&EVENTS
It’s Okay to Share…
Connect and continue the conversation with us socially!
SouthTacomaAdventist — check in and give us a like! %
@STAFonline — mention us with a picture post & feedback
@stafonline — share your pics with us
/stafonline — subscribe and share the Gospel to a growing
world-wide audience
Be sure to check weekly for updates, news, and changes at our
website: www.stafonline.org&
March Goal: $11,000Received (MTD) $2,138
Ways to give: ' tithe envelope in the pew ( online at
www.stafonline.org
Annual Goal (YTD): $33,000
Received (YTD) $13,433
Today’s offering focus is STAF Ministries which supports all of
STAF’s ministries, including Christian education, local evangelism,
numerous outreach ministries and much more.
we return our tithes & offeringsLIVINGFAITH
PREACHINGSCHEDULE
TEACHINGSERIES
Pastor Ben’s New Sermon Series The Gospel in Genesis
Beginning April 7
Using your Spiritual Gifts to be a part of the ministry of a
church is the privilege of every Christian. We at STAF have
ministry opportunities for everyone. Most pressing: we need some
happy, smiling, ready to serve individuals to make a positive and
welcoming first impression on our guests and members. It’s a
rewarding opportunity to get acquainted with others as well. If you
would like more information or are interested in serving, please
note this on a “CONNECT CARD” and Pastor Ben will be in touch with
you—or, even better, just talk to him directly!
Also needed as soon as possible: A host for our FREE March,
Community Dinner. If interested or want more information, call or
email the church office (contact info on back page of
bulletin.)
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