Dungeness Community Church has long supported the efforts of Living Water International to connect communities with access to sustainable access to clean drinking water clean, sanitation and hygiene.
From Living Water International's Website:
"As followers of Jesus, our concern is for the whole person—physical and spiritual. Through ongoing Christian witness, we know that only Jesus can truly transform people, restore relationships, and heal factors that lead to poverty, hunger, and thirst in our world."
Part of these efforts has taken form in Team Living Water, which gathers local runners to raise funds by walking, jogging or running in the North Olympic Discovery Marathon each year.
Click to learn More about Team Living Water
A Letter from Julie Hill
A wonderful update you can forward along to this year’s NODM team…. The well in Peru that they worked so hard to train, run, walk, raise money for has BEEN COMPLETED!!!
Clean Water for Peru
Because of Team Living Water'scollected efforts, a small community/hamlet of 175 men, women and children FINALLY has safe and clean water access that will be sustained for them. The name of the community is called Libertad and it’s located in the region of Ucalayi, in the inland part of Peru, in the Amazon rainforest. This community is made of poor subsistence people, who live off the land, hunting, fishing and farming.
Melita's Story
While in community working, we interviewed a 75 year old woman named Melita about the prior water situation and she told us:
“We have always collected water from the [Amazon] river, the local government never cared to give us drinking water, that is why we always consume water from the river, I thank God for keeping us alive, One of the stories I can tell is that of my neighbor, she always washed her dishes by the river, after washing her utensils she always collected water for her house, but one day she fainted, the heat was unbearable, she began to sink in the water, her little son who was next to her was screaming for help, because his mother was drowning, quickly thanks to God other neighbors nearby ran to help her, managing to save her and bring her to safety. That day was very tense to know that my neighbor could have died, now we are happy that LWI supports us in the issue of drinking water, I thank God for that.”
Thank You For All You Do
Thank you ALL for caring about and serving Melita and her community so that they may know the health and hope and safety that clean water brings!! I will have the completed report to share back in a few months but wanted to share this update along with a few photos from the project in the meantime.
Thank you, thank you ALL! GO TEAM LIVING WATER!!!
In Christ,
Julie
Julie Hill - Senior Director, Major Gifts - LIVING WATER INTERNATIONAL
Pastors Tim Richards and Josh Deshazer discuss our Family Ministries at DCC, what is currently going, what are some immediate needs, and what is our vision is for the future.
Pastor Tim Receently spoke on how we as Christians should approach politics. Here is the sermon and some supplemental materials to allow for deeper study on the subject.
3 Reasons to Not Fear Losing
1. Losing Should Be No Surprise
(Mathew 7:14, Luke 6:26)
2. God is Greater Than Any Win or Loss
(1Corinthians 2:6, John 19-10-11)
3. This Is Not Our Truest Home
(Hebrews 13:14)
2 Cautions in Winning
1. Short-term Wins Aren’t Worth Long-term Losses
(Luke 4:5-8)
2. Keeping “Wins” Often Demands Coercion or Compromise
(Romans 12:2)
7 Things to Do – Win or Lose
1. Be Kind
(Luke 6:27-28, 1 Corinthians 4:12-13)
2. Do Right
(1 Peter 2:12)
3. Respect & Obey Authorities
(1 Peter 2:13-17, Romans 13:1-7)
4. Respect But Don’t Reverence Authorities
(Luke 13:31-32, Matthew 14:3-4)
5. Pray for Leaders
(1 Timothy 2:1-4)
6. Know & Exercise Your Rights
(Acts 16:35-39, Acts 25:11-12)
7. Fight the Right Fight
(2 Corinthians 10:3, Ephesians 6:12)
Dungeness Community Church in Sequim is pleased to offer a number of listening options for our congregation and guests. From borrowing our headphones and listening devices, to using our own bluetooth technology. Read on to learn more about what we offer. Feel free to ask for help if you need assistance.
Borrow Our Headphones
At the A/V Booth we have a basket full of handheld devices, along with a variety of headphone types. We have small single ear earbuds, medium sized headphones, and larger over ear headphones. We also have a couple necklace type devices that work with hearing aids equipped with Hearing Loop Technology.
BlueTooth - Listen Everywhere App
Visitors may also stream the service via bluetooth or headphones on their own personal smart device, using the Listen Everywhere App. This is great for folks who have bluetooth capable hearing aids, or their own earbuds. The Listen Everywhere App is available on both iPhone and Droid devices. It is only usable within the walls of our sanctuary when connected to the "Hearing Assist" wifi. Follow these directions to set up the "Listen Everywhere" App on your phone or device.
- Simply download the Application from your app store.
- Connect your device or smartphone to our "Hearing Assist" WiFi channel
- make sure your hearing aids or earbuds are connected to your device via bluetooth
- Click on the app, and select the channel to listen to
- turn up the audio as needed
This Video Explains how to use the Listen Everywhere App ( our WiFi is "Hearing Assist" )
We desires to see the Gospel transform the lives of students in Sequim. We believe that starts with discipleship, and we want to create space for students to be rooted in the Gospel, engage with scripture, and learn how to live out their faith and help others fall in love with Jesus. It's with this heart that we are excited to announce a
Basecamp Starts in May
Family Ministries Pastor, Josh Deshazer has announced the start of Basecamp, a discipleship night for Middle Schoo & High School Youth at Dungeness Community Church in Sequim. Basecamp meets every Sunday starting May 7, 2023. Basecamp is a time for students to be equipped in their faith and rooted in God's love as they go out into their schools, clubs, and homes and live out the love of Christ.
Contact Pastor Josh to learn More
Dear Church Family,
MEN’S MINISTRIES
There are lots of opportunities to join with other men for weekly Bible studies, monthly breakfast gatherings, recreational activities and service opportunities local and abroad.
Weekly Men's Bible Studies
Mens Saturday Study at 8:30 AM in the Chapel.
For more information contact Ric Yorke.
Mens Thursday Study at 7:30 AM in the Auditorium.
For more information contact Bill O'Brien.
Over the last decade, Dungeness Community Church has participated in the Advent Conspiracy initiative to bless communities across the world through our work with Living Water International. LWI exists to serve the world’s thirsty by helping them acquire safe, clean water and sharing the living water of Jesus Christ.
In 2020, DCC saw an opportunity to share the heart and mission of Advent Conspiracy with our local community in a new way. The DCC Community Engagement Team selected a number of local groups, that directly benefited from our Advent Conspiracy that year. It was a huge success. This year is no different, as we work to share the love of Christ with those in need, both locally and globally.
Our 2022 Advent Conspiracy Partners
Here is a list of our 2022 Advent Conspiracy Partners with links to their Websites to learn more about them
Serenity House of Clallam County
Salvation Army of Clallam County
Obria (formerly My Choices)
Habitat for Humanity (Clallum County)
Living Water International
After 2 years of hiatus, we are back to hosting the Holiday Foster Dinner! It is on Friday, December 2, 2022 -- from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, in partnership with North Olympic Foster Parents Association. Read on to learn about the Dinner, and what you can do to support what has become a wonderful Christmas tradition for so many. DCC Adults Pastor, Lance Lewis, will be this year's MC, with the support of DCC Family Ministries Pastor, Britt Hemphill, who has done much to help us organize the event and secure funds.
A Longstanding Community Event
Since 2013, DCC has provided a location and support for North Olympic Foster Parents Association to host their annual Holiday dinner for interested foster families in Sequim, Port Angeles, Forks and other communities in the region. This event began as a thank you for foster parents who provide love and a home for the many deserving children.
We will have a traditional turkey dinner, with all the fixing, including a chocolate fountain for dessert, which is being provided by a volunteer. Emma Gockerell is providing face painting for all the children! Sunbonnet Sue’s quilting group sews a special Christmas stocking for every single foster child, which are filled by Sequim Community Church.
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Dear Church Family,
Young Life in Sequim!
Young Life // High School
Mondays @ 7:11pm - 787 Kendall Rd.
WyldLife // Middle School
Every other Friday at 6:33pm
Contacting Young Life
- Young Life // Olympic Peninsula
Sequim is a home and destination for a wide variety of cyclists — from the weekend hobbyist to race and/or expedition minded enthusiasts. Recently, a chapter of ChrstianCycling has opened up in the area! Read on to learn more about this ministry and cycling in Sequim.
Sequim Offers a Perfect Location for Cyclists
The Reason Sequim has welcomed so many cyclists has to do with its relatively dry climate, along its diversity in cycling opportunities. A big draw for the community is the Olympic Discovery Trail, which offers 130 miles of paved riding, with views of the Olympic Mountains, the Straight of Juan de Fuca and the many farms, streams and forests along the trail. Beyond the Olympic Discovery trail, are the relatively flat roads of the Dungeness River Valley and the backcountry logging roads, which offer picturesque landscapes for.
ChristianCycling in Sequim Washington
ChristianCycling is an international ministry that exists "to share Christ and celebrate cycling through riding, service and fellowship." Bryan Nelson is the current Director of ChristianCycling in Washington State. Being a resident of Sequim, and member of Dungeness Community Church, he has naturally created a local “Spoke,” which is benefiting the local community.
A Word from the Washington State ChristianCycling Director - Bryan Nelson
“I have been associated with ChristianCycling.org (formerly InternatIonal Christian Cycling Club) for over 35 years as a Category 3 racer with USA Cycling (formerly USCF-US Cycling Federation) racing both locally and nationally mostly in California and Washington and Utah. I just recently became involved as Director of WA state for ChristianCycling.
The Sequim Spoke's primary focus is to be an outreach to the state, sharing the Gospel, and serving cyclists, their families and friends who may never, otherwise, put their foot through the door of a local church. Secondary mission is to be a discipling ministry through fellowship with other Christians.
All of our bike donations we receive are repaired and donated to the homeless, or financially strapped families / individuals. All money donations go to our general fund which is used to buy bicycle parts or put on cycling events.”
- Bryan Nelson - Director of ChristianCycling Washington State
Click to Learn more about ChristianCycling
Building Local Awareness of ChristianCycling
The Sequim Spoke of ChristianCycling is looking forward to just become more visible in the cycling community by pitching our canopy at certain organized riding events already on the calendar such as Tour de Lavender (Aug 6) and Hurricane Ridge ride (Aug 7). There are many large cycling clubs on the Peninsula that we ride with to advance the message of the Gospel. We also organize a local monthly or semi-monthly Saturday ride.
Interested in other ways to get out and enjoy the Peninsula?
Click for a List of Hiking Trails on the Olympic Peninsula
Bike TuneUp Project
Bikes, like cars, need tuneups. More often than not, folks let their bikes go a long ways before getting a proper tuneup. One of the ways we build relationships and provide value is to offer complimentary tuneups throughout the year.
We offer tuneups downtown at Sequim City Hall on Thursdays, and are beginning to offer tuneups in surrounding communities. Early this Summer we did a tuneup/repair event at DCC. We are planning to follow this up up with another Sequim tuneup event in August or September.
Join Us on The Trail!
If you are interested in going on a ride, making a donation or getting further involved with ChristianCycling, call the church office during business hours, or send us a message.
Team Living Water raised over $15,000 during the 2022 North Olympic Discovery Marathon. 26 participants ran or walked the various events which included a 5k,10k, marathon, full marathon relay, half marathon and kids race.
Team captain, Martin Murray, said the proceeds were enough to provide a brand new well to a village in Guatemala, along with rehabilitating an existing well somewhere else in the world. “We had a great time. It was a lot of fun. Seemed like people enjoyed it.” Said Martin.
Click to Learn about wells that DCC has helped build in Guatemala.
Goals of Team Living Water
Martin Murray explained that Team Living Water maintains three goals:
1. Raise awareness of world water crisis and let folks know what Living Water International is doing about it.
2. Raise funds to build well somewhere.
3. Create community and have fun doing that Martin feels they did well to accomplish all three goals.
Fun, Fellowship, and Running on The Olympic Discovery Trail
Julie Hill and Jordan Griebner arrived in Sequim on Friday afternoon. They joined us on Saturday evening giving a short presentation to over 30 participants and their for a dinner and short presentation. The Saturday night event was attended by 30 folks.
Sunday at 4:30am it was raining hard, but it stopped for the beginning of the race at 7:30am. Our relay team completed the full marathon and crossed the line together. It was a great site. Other participants completed the ½ marathon. Thankfully the rain held off until our relay team had finished the race. Then came the wind and rain!
During the day Team Living Water had a booth set up at the finish line, for folks stopped to inquire about Living Water International. It was a great opportunity to raise awareness and share what we are all about. Contact Martin Murray If you are interested in participating next year.
A Letter From Julie & Jordan of Living Water International
"Thank you so much to Martin and the team at DCC for your incredible efforts this past weekend in the North Olympic Discovery Marathon! It was a joy and honor to join together with all of you to provide water, for life, in Jesus’ name and even more fun to watch you exceed your fundraising goal! Thank you for choosing to endure for the thirsty and for all the hard work that went into making this event a success. I witnessed people stepping in to help out all weekend and it was clear this was truly a team effort! You are all a blessing to Living Water and are already looking forward to next year!"- Jordan Griebner - Living Water International - Director of Trips & Affinity Groups"I (and on behalf of Living Water) am so grateful for DCC and each race participant, each person who made a gift, every volunteer and advocate. Each person, gift and step ran/walked matters for the thirsty; sharing in this work and community together is a true gift. Praise God!"- Julie Hill - Living Water International - Director of Philanthropy, West
Each year, the Community Engagement Team (CET) at Dungeness Community Church selects a number of local organizations to work with. In addition to supporting these local organizations, we partner to support LIving Water International. Below is one of our recipients for the 2021 Advent Season.
Click to learn more about the 2021 Advent Conspiracy Recipients
ROSS HAMILTON
Well, we are here at the Sequim Police Station with deputy chief, Mike Hill. As I understand it Mike your job is to enforce the law keep the peace and and help people in trouble.
MIKE HILL
That is correct. Is that right? Yep.
ROSS HAMILTON
I understand from others that in the old days, the officers had to dig in their own Pockets to help out people. And now we have a human services fund. So tell us about it and, the history, and maybe some incidents that we might have been able to help
A Message From Pastor Tim
Do the mountains beckon you? With 1000 miles of trail here on the Olympic Peninsula there are many adventures available.
The virtue of the Olympic Peninsula is the variety it offers. We have high mountains, lush forests and wild ocean beaches. The highest mountain, Mount Olympus is under 8000 feet so there is no shortage of oxygen. Most of the trails are dirt pathways so travel is more comfortable than rocky terrains.
We have no threatening wildlife. If respect is shown no animals will threaten you. And there are no poisonous snakes. The worst pests are mosquitoes and deer flies. These are pesky but not dangerous.
An interesting observation I have made is fellow hikers are very friendly once you get beyond a few miles from the nearest road. Distance seems to sort out people.
Distance also gives solitude. I have spent many enjoyable hours hiking. After a week of quiet solitude, the kinks of life seem to straighten out and life become much easier to deal with. God speaks to me more clearly when the world is less demanding. Many of my most happy memories have come from sitting on a log or rock listening to a distant waterfall or enjoying the peace in a mountain meadow. May you find similar rewards in your travels. As John Muir once said, “The mountains are calling and I must go.”
In December 2021, Dungenesss Community Church came together and donated a substantial amount to local and global charities through their Advent Conspiracy initiative. We have been a long term partner with Living Water International. This years gift was a record amount. Watch this video from Julie Hill of LWI and read her update letter about where these funds are going in the world, to help spread Living Waters to those in need.
A Letter from Julie Hill of Living Water International
Friends at Dungeness, you have supported Living Water International for well over a decade now! And you have learned a lot about what safe water means for communities, for lives, for hope.
You have seen happy children gathered around a completed well, splashing free flowing water. You have seen the pictures of the new water committees, proud local leaders with heads held high. Finally, they have been trained and empowered to manage and maintain their new water sources. You understand the link between clean water and important lessons of handwashing, latrine construction and usage. You know that the gospel can really take root and small churches can grow when their pastor has been empowered to meet physical needs so that the people believe when he tells them that this clean water is The Living Water. They really will never thirst again (John 4).
You have heard and known and today I want to share a new story with you. We know that water changes everything, water affects everything. Lack of water affects everything.
The depths of suffering without safe water are many and complex. To that end, I want to tell you the story about the Namoni Health Center, in our WASH (Water Access Sanitation Hygiene) Program Area (WPA) in Uganda. Namoni is a peninsula extended from Lake Victoria by a long stretch of road and roadside homes. Living Water Uganda began its work in this area in 2019.
We recently brought five candidates before the congregation to be affirmed as new elders. All 5 of the nominated candidates were affirmed. Ric Yorke, Brian Omann, Phil Langston, Bob Torres and Forrest Miller officially joined the board this week. Please join us in welcoming these new elders!
- Team Living Water to Run the North Olympic Discovery Marathon
- Sequim Free Clinic - 2021 DCC Advent Conspiracy Recipient
- OBRIA PNW Medical Clinics - 2021 DCC Advent Conspiracy Recipient
- Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County - 2021 DCC Advent Conspiracy Recipient
- Favorite Backpacking Trips on The Olympic Peninsula
- How Joseph Shows us Jesus by George Crabb
- Love & Respect -- Sunday School Starting February 6
- Right Now Media is Free for our Church Body
- Advent Conspiracy 2021 Totals
- Bringing Clean Water to The People of Guatemala
- Transitions & Changes - Fall 2021
- Wheelchair Distribution in Guatemala - Interview w/ David Piper
- Honoring The Legacy & Testimony of Ted Sires
- Clallam Mosaic -- Empowering Individuals With Special Needs
- Sunday 10am Service this Summer - Prayer Gathering Announcement
- PNW Christian Surfers - Spring Update 2021
- Honor Motherhood by Supporting Obria Pregancy Resource Center in Sequim - 2021
- Spring Cleaning at Gospel Wave Media
- DEEP DIVE - Britt Hemphill Interviews Mark & Susan Pfeiffer from REACH | TEACH | LOVE International
- Rob DeCou Teams Up with Darren Sweeney to Compete in The Uberman & Fight Human Trafficking
- DCC Update on Congregational Singing - March 2021
- DCC Global Outreach Featured in Local Newspapers
- Women's Bible Study Update: March 2021
- Children Joining us for Communion on Sunday Mornings
- Wordsmiths Offers Hymns, Prayer, Bible Study & Fellowship
- 5 Tips for Stay-at-Home Parents
- Mission Update for Global Outreach Committee - February 2021
- It All Begins With Water: Living Water International's Relationship with DCC
- Pastor Britt on DCC's Global Mission in 2021
- Giant Pellet Stove in Romania Purchased with Support from Dungeness Community Church
- GriefShare This fall - Thoughts From My Journal
- What Does The Community Engagement Team Do?
- Fall Hopes in 2020
- The Beginnings of a Surf Ministry at DCC - by George Crabb
- Guatemala - Providing Wheelchairs and More in 2020
- LoV Home - A Safe Place for Women Opens in Sequim
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