Steps to Christ Church in Federal Way, Washington, celebrated 20 years since its organization and 10 years since the dedication of its house of prayer.
Hundreds gathered for the anniversary celebration on April 18, 2026, including church members, guests, neighboring congregations, community leaders and friends who have witnessed the church’s journey.
The congregation was formed by immigrants from Ukraine, Russia, Moldova, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and other countries of the former Soviet Union. For many families building a new life in a new country, the church became more than a Sabbath worship space. It became a spiritual home where they could pray in their native language, preserve Christian values, support one another and pass faith to the next generation.
Over two decades, Steps to Christ has grown into a mature church family with music, children’s, youth, prayer, educational, social and missionary ministries. Members have served as musicians, teachers, preachers, builders, organizers, volunteers and mentors, creating a culture where ministry is seen as an opportunity to serve God and others.
The celebration included greetings from neighboring congregations; Jim Ferrell, Federal Way mayor; Ted N. C. Wilson, former General Conference president; and David Woods, Maranatha Volunteers International representative. As members reflected on answered prayers and God’s leading, the anniversary became not only a remembrance of the past, but also the beginning of a new chapter in ministry.
A choir and orchestra share special music during Steps to Christ Church’s anniversary celebration, one of many musical selections featured throughout the day.
