Renton Adventist Church hosted its first Health 5K Fun Run on April 19, 2026 along the Cedar River Trail near Renton Community Center and Cedar River Park in Washington.
Held under the theme “Faith in Every Step,” the event brought together 101 participants for a Sunday morning focused on health, fellowship and community connection.
The idea began with church leaders who wanted to create more than a race. They envisioned an outreach activity that would encourage movement, strengthen relationships and connect the community with Jesus. After weeks of planning and prayer, runners and walkers gathered on a bright morning to take the first step together.
Children ran their organized race first. Adults challenged themselves along the trail. Older participants walked with family and friends. Throughout the morning, participants encouraged one another, proving that the event was about more than physical wellness.
The run created space for people of all ages to move, laugh and build relationships outside the church walls. After the 5K ended, many stayed to visit and celebrate the shared accomplishment. “This was our first,” organizers shared, “and by God’s grace, many more will follow.”
For Renton Church, the first Health 5K Fun Run became a reminder that faith can move forward one step at a time.
Renton Church members and community participants celebrate together at the finish line.
