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Quest, Think back to your childhood and pull out any memories of the classic church VBS that you have. Remember your personal experiences, or the thoughts you associated with the banners you drove by in church yards, or the cheesy prizes brought home for perfect attendance and “good evangelism skills” (aka bringing a friend). I now challenge you to set these memories and stereotypes aside and picture for a moment this scene: Children walk into a room that has been transformed into another world. They are greeted by leaders who are excited to forge new friendships over the course of a week — to laugh and learn together, to ask questions and have conversations about new ideas and ways of viewing God's world. This "other world" has a constant stream of creativity demonstrated through music, silly skits, and messy-gluey-glittery crafts (that yes, might end up in a box at the end of summer, but may magically appear as someone prepares to leave for college). Unlimited streams of conversation, dialogue, story-telling and Bible training intermingle in the air and crowd every space with beautiful, melodic, sweet noise. Shouts and tears, laughter and quiet are all embraced in some dizzying, exhausting, rejuvenating, and exhilarating way. Everyone, yet no one, is ready for this crazy week to end as some learn much and some learn less, but all have been marked by an unforgettable time at VBS, certain that echoes of the week will reverberate at random moments — in songs, stories, and friendships — reminding us of the importance of this summer experience. The old has gone and the new has come. No matter what you thought previously, VBS is a fantastic week to be a part of church life! Please consider entering this world with your community this summer! Maybe it’s through donations you make to camp, or being a shepherd to a group of second-graders. Maybe it’s helping/participating in the family service day. Or maybe you want to be a part of kids lives all summer long! Wherever you might fit in the picture, the children of our church are seeking new leaders and friends to come alongside us. Seeking to inspire love for, and service to, children, Katey Hage Children's Ministry Director
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- SPRING SERVICE TIMES. 9:15 a.m., 11 a.m., and 5 p.m. Full Children's Ministry at both the 9:15 and 11 a.m. services. Amplify Youth meet at the 11 a.m. service.
Upcoming Events at Quest June 19 | To the Streets. 12 p.m., Q Cafe. | deanza@seattlequest.org | | June 19 | Quest Outdoors Hike. 10 a.m., meet at Quest. Four-mile hike along Rattlesnake Ledge. RSVP with Lauren Rimkus at lauren.rimkus@gmail.com | lauren.rimkus@gmail.com | | June 20 | Children's Ministry Father's Day Picnic. 12:45 p.m. at Ella Bailey Park in Magnolia. CM Leaders and Quest Families please join us after the 11 a.m. service for a great BBQ. We'll provide the hot dogs, and you can bring a side dish or dessert to share. | katey@seattlequest.org | | June 26 | Sacred Intimacy. 4-8 p.m. What does Godly intimacy look like in marriage? How can we create a deeper connection with our spouse? Registration required. $15 per couple. Childcare is available. | deanza@seattlequest.org | | June 27 | 5 p.m service potluck. Participants of the 5 p.m. service will be joining together for food and hanging out on the last Sunday before the 5 p.m. service breaks for the summer. For more info on the potluck, contact Matt and Roxy Hornbeck. | matt@seattlequest.org roxy@seattlequest.org | | July 1 | Newcomers' dinner. Have you recently started spending time with Quest, and want to know more about the history and hopes of this church? Join us at 6:00 p.m. in Q Cafe to enjoy some pizza, hear more of the Quest story, and meet others who are new to our community. RSVP via the church office. | office@seattlequest.org | | July 13-17 | ReNew VBS. A week for kids (preschool through sixth grade) to grow in love for God and care for creation. Daily sessions are 9 a.m to noon. Cost is $12 per child, but first-time kids camp attendees are free! | katey@seattlequest.org | |
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// COMMUNITY NEWS
LIVE MUSIC @ THE Q
Fridays, doors open at 7:30 p.m.
For more info or to volunteer during future live music shows, contact bethany@qcafe.org.
OPEN MIC
Tuesday nights from 6:30-9 p.m.
at the Q Café,
hosted by Victory Music.
For more info, visit their website: www.victorymusic.org
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