<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>St. Matthews Lutheran Church - Renton Washington &#187; Nicole</title>
	<atom:link href="http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/author/nicole/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog</link>
	<description>A Church Where You Don&#039;t Need To Be Good Enough To Go</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:23:43 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1</generator>
		<item>
		<title>Let the Little Children Come Unto Me</title>
		<link>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/let-the-little-children-come-unto-me/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/let-the-little-children-come-unto-me/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:53:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nicole</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Events]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/?p=802</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Memorial Service Saturday, March 6  2:00pm One of the most pain filled experiences in life is to conceive a child and look forward with great anticipation to this new life only to have the experience end in death.  This is a loss known by so many people in our community.   We unknowingly add to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Memorial Service</p>
<p>Saturday, March 6  2:00pm</p>
<p>One of the most pain filled experiences in life is to conceive a child and look forward with great anticipation to this new life only to have the experience end in death.  This is a loss known by so many people in our community.   We unknowingly add to the parent’s grief when we do not know how to acknowledge their loss.</p>
<p>St. Matthew’s will be hosting a Memorial Service to remember our children who were not able to experience life in its fullness.   This Memorial is open to all as we will gather to remember the children and to bring a word of hope and comfort to the families.</p>
<p>Parents who would like are invited to bring memorabilia of their child(ren) which we will carefully display at the entrance of the worship space.   A reception will be held following the service for all of those who attend.</p>
<p>If you would like more information please contact Nicole VanderMeulen from our Life Stage Team at 226.2420 x 103.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/let-the-little-children-come-unto-me/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>1</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Flat Friends Pen Pal Program</title>
		<link>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/flat-friends-pen-pal-program/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/flat-friends-pen-pal-program/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:26:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nicole</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Events]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/?p=765</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The second annual Flat Friends &#38; Big Buddies Pen Pal Program is officially underway!  To find out more visit the Flat Friend&#8217;s Page.  Here you can download the Kids&#8217; Packet and Big Buddy Information.  The deadline to sign-up to participate is February 14.  Questions?  Contact Nicole at 425.226.2420 or email her.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The second annual Flat Friends &amp; Big Buddies Pen Pal Program is officially underway!  To find out more visit the <a href="http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/life-stage/life-stage-children/flat-friends/">Flat Friend&#8217;s Page</a>.  Here you can download the <a href="http://www.smlc.cc/flatfriends/KidsPacket.pdf">Kids&#8217; Packet</a> and Big Buddy Information.  The deadline to sign-up to participate is February 14.  Questions?  Contact Nicole at 425.226.2420 or <a href="mailto:nicole.vander@comcast.net">email her</a>.<a href="http://www.smlc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Flat-Nicole.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-751" title="Flat Nicole" src="http://www.smlc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Flat-Nicole-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/flat-friends-pen-pal-program/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Moms&#8217; Group</title>
		<link>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/moms-group/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/moms-group/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:38:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nicole</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Ongoing Opportunities]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.smlc.cc/newsite/?p=404</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[October-June 1st &#38; 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:30-11:00am in the church nursery July-September EVERY Tuesday 10am-Noon  Kennydale Lion&#8217;s Park 2428 Aberdeen Ave. NE We are a simple, small group that gathers so the kids can play and the moms can connect. ALL Moms and their children are welcome. Snacks are provided when we [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>October-June<br />
1st &amp; 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 9:30-11:00am in the church nursery</strong></p>
<p><strong>July-September<br />
EVERY Tuesday 10am-Noon  Kennydale Lion&#8217;s Park 2428 Aberdeen Ave. NE</strong></p>
<p><strong>We are a simple, small group that gathers so the kids can play and the moms can connect. ALL Moms and their children are welcome. Snacks are provided when we meet in the nursery.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Questions? Concerns? Excited?  Contact Nicole VanderMeulen at 425.226.2420 or </strong><a href="mailto:nicole.vander@comcast.net"><strong>nicole.vander@comcast.net</strong></a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/moms-group/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Children&#8217;s Christmas Program</title>
		<link>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/childrens-christmas-program/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/childrens-christmas-program/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:43:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nicole</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Events]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.smlc.cc/newsite/?p=378</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Sunday, December 20, 11:00am Worship Rehearsals:  Advent Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm  December 2, December 9, and December 16 Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, December 19, 10am Beginning Wednesday, December 2, everyone is invited to gather each Wednesday until Christmas in celebration of Advent. Dinner will be served in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 6:00pm, including fun, family coloring activities. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Sunday, December 20, 11:00am Worship</span></h4>
<p><img class="size-medium wp-image-380 alignleft" title="Christmas Checklist logo" src="http://www.smlc.cc/newsite/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Christmas-Checklist-logo-291x300.jpg" alt="Christmas Checklist logo" width="291" height="300" /></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Rehearsals:  Advent Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm  December 2, December 9, and December 16</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, December 19, 10am</span></p>
<p>Beginning Wednesday, December 2, everyone is invited to gather each Wednesday until Christmas in celebration of Advent. Dinner will be served in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 6:00pm, including fun, family coloring activities. Children preschool through fifth grade will move into age level groups at 6:30pm to learn songs, practice lines, and make props, as well as participate in fun and educational Advent activities. Adult Advent Worship takes place from 7:00-7:30pm. Nursery care is available.</p>
<p>VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Are you willing to help your child’s group?  All plans and materials will be prepared and provided for you.  Contact Nicole at <a href="mailto:nicole.vander@comcast.net">nicole.vander@comcast.net</a> or 425.226.2420</p>
<p>Come see who is on the top of our list this Christmas!</p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.smlc.cc/category/staffblog/childrens-christmas-program/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>
