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Expand/Collapse Ministry : Children ‎(1)
 
MY CHILD WANTS TO JOIN JUNIOR CHOIR BUT I'M CONCERNED THAT THEY ALSO GET A SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSONUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Junior Choir is such an awesome opportunity for our Washington Cathedral Children.  In our 11am Sunday School Classes we stress to our teachers that the bulk of the Sunday School Bible lesson should be taught before 11:45am when the kids leave for choir.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : EXCEL Business Ministries ‎(1)
 
Where can I find the Business Directory?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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See link above to the online version of the Business Directory or contact the church office at 425-869-5433 to have a print copy sent to you.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Majesty Creative Arts ‎(2)
 
Do I have to audition for the Adult Choir?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Absolutely not!  If you have a love for music and a desire to serve the Lord, then come and visit us today.
 
What are the Shining Stars?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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A really fun 5th and 6th grade singing group, that does choreography too!
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Men's Ministry ‎(3)
 
Do the men get together for any recreational events throughout the year?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Yes, various events such as hikes, fishing events and other activities are scheduled at various times of the year.
 
Does the church offer any help for overcoming addictions to pornography or other addictions?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Yes, there is a Spiritual Link on the left side of this page that leads to a sexual purity website.  The church also has a Spiritual 12 Step program for other addictions.
 
Can I jump into one of the men's Bible study groups anytime?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Yes, feel free to visit one of the Saturday morning groups listed on this men's page.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Middle School ‎(1)
 
DO MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS COMBINE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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On Wednesday nights, they do not combine.  One group uses The Barn, while the other uses the Student Ministries Room.  On Sundays, they combine briefly for breakfast.  Camps are separate.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Positive Christian Singles ‎(1)
 
Do you have any single programs for those who have been recently divorced?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Yes, we have a great divorce recovery program that meets 2 times a year, in the Fall and in the Spring. Contact Pastor David at 206-498-5762 if you have questions.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Randy & Rod Halvorson ReCreation Center ‎(6)
 
Why do we need to build now?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
We have owned this property for 17 years and have been working on getting permission to build an average sized meeting place. Finally, the door has been opened by the City of Redmond allowing us to build.
 
What will happen to the present sanctuary?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
The present sanctuary will continue to be used for weddings, memorial services and dynamic seminars and smaller worship services. It will continue to be used 7 days a week.
 
Should a church have a pool?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
The mission of our church is to reach this community in unique and unconventional ways – to build a great caring network. Our physical location, our position in the community and our mission from God all brings us to believe that it is a necessity.
 
What do we get for our money?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
It includes a gymnasium, classrooms, administrative offices, and a cafeteria/bookstore/library. The project also includes the excavation and preparation of the property for our future buildings. It brings in water and sewer and gives us a new parking lot.
 
How will the funds be raised?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Funds will be raised through commitment pledges by our congregation during our Deepen Our Roots capital stewardship campaign. We are asking people to pray about making a commitment over and above what they are currently giving to the church.
 
Why are we asking people to consider giving over and above their regular church giving?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
The money that the church family gives currently will still be needed to support the many ministries of the church. If that amount were to be less than it is currently, it would mean cutting back on staff and ministries.
Expand/Collapse Ministry : Women's Ministries ‎(3)
 
I've never studied the Bible before, will I be lost at WOW?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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WOW is designed to help you grow in your knowledge of the Bible whether you are studying it for the first time or the fifty-first time.  Pastor Linda and the other WOW teachers and small group leaders specialize in helping you.
 
I'm not sure what Bible to get?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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There are many different types of Bibles to choose from.  The translation that we most often use is the New International Version (NIV).  Our second choice is the New Living Translation (NLT).
 
Do you have a program for young mom's?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
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Wednesday WOW is an excellent choice for young mom's.