# 1-25-26 Weekly Update

- From: Friends Church | East Richland — Weekly Update
- Sent: January 23, 2026 (2026-01-23T21:48:23.809Z)
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## Hello Friends Family!

It’s a beautiful, blustery day out there! As Winter Storm Fern moves in, we’re praying for safety and protection for our church family and our neighbors.

We’ll share an update tomorrow (1-24-26) about our Sunday morning plans through our usual communication channels.

In the meantime, stay warm—and let’s keep our eyes open for ways we can serve and support those around us.

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Galatians continues to bless. Three weeks in, and the reminder that Jesus really is enough brings such light and peace. I’ve had dimly lit seasons when I didn’t live like He was enough. I tried to find new ways to pray the “right” way, to listen more intently, and to add extra spiritual practices because I felt I needed to do more for God to be pleased with me. But the more I chased those things, the more cloudy and complicated my faith became. How silly of me to think adding more would be better! When I came back to the simple rhythm of being formed by the One who wrote the scriptures, peace followed. How kind He is… and, goodness, how His Word truly is light and lamp to our way!

*Thank You, Jesus, Light of the World, for always lighting up our dark, cloudy world and for correcting us when we forget You are enough.*

~ Amy & Your Friends Church Staff Team

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