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Keep Looking Up-God is in Control!
As a young man he was diagnosed with severe dyslexia. He was teased and ridiculed by teachers and peers, thrown out of the public school system, and classified as unlearnable. Yet, he was also the first African American from the state of Oregon to serve as a U.S. Air Force Presidential Honor Guard at the White House for three U.S. Presidents. How is Jesus using you to share?
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ADRA Canada Appoints New Director
On Dec. 28, 2017, the ADRA Canada board of directors voted unanimously to appoint Stephen Matthews as the executive director of the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Canada. Matthews will succeed the former executive director, James Astleford, who retired on Jan. 1, 2018. Read more...
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Kellogg Sabbath Accommodation Case
U.S. Court of Appeals for Tenth Circuit Rules for Plaintiffs in Kellogg Sabbath Accommodation Case
On Jan. 17, 2018, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit issued a decision in favor of Richard Tabura and Guadalupe Diaz, former employees of Kellogg USA, who were terminated in 2012 for violating the company’s policy mandating work on Saturdays.
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The Man in Room 121 By Dick Duerksen
The man in room 121 is 29 and battling a rare liver disease. He is nauseated much of the time and the medications have put much of his life out of focus. He speaks seldom, and then only in a whisper.
As a housekeeper stirs about his room, he suddenly turns and speaks to her clearly.
“I smell bread baking. Fresh bread baking, and that’s the best smell on earth!”
Surprised, the housekeeper sniffs the air—and smells nothing out of the ordinary. No bread baking, just “hospital.”
“When the bread is ready,” Will asks, “may I have a slice? A big thick slice with butter!”
“Let me check with your nurse,” the housekeeper answers as she slips out the door.
It took approvals from Will’s doctor, nurse, dietician and wife, but soon the floor’s bread maker was in full gear and the “best smell on earth” filled the unit.
That evening there was a party in Will’s room. His wife, several nurses, a housekeeper, and Will’s doctor all sat around the bed sharing hot bread, thick butter, and stories of home.
Will loved it!
Responding to people' needs - Serving Others
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Women Meet to Make a Difference
This last fall, women from around the Pacific Northwest met in central Oregon for the annual Oregon Women's Christian Retreat. Lives were changed for the better, as women gave of their time, energy, resources, and most of all –hearts.
Read about the retreat, and how you can participate this year!...
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Find out what's been happening in the Oregon Conference, the country, and the world in this week's news.
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Find the events coming up that you or your church members may be interested in attending.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dinner with the Doctor – Join others at Adventist Community Church of Vancouver for Dinner with the Doctor, January 19-21. Dr. Michael Hollie*, speaker for "Dinner with the Doctor" will be presenting a variety of health topics including "Why Do We Get Sick and What Can We do About It?", "Diabetes Epidemic. Is It Just My Genes?" as well as "No More Diets Please!" He will also be leading a Q&A session after the film screening of "Eight Secrets to Ancient Health" a health documentary on Saturday evening. $20 paid registration fee includes 3 healthy plant based meals on Friday and Saturday evenings as well as Sunday brunch, 4 health topics, 2 healthy cooking demonstrations on Sunday Morning, admission to film screening and recipes. Free child care available. Interested individuals can learn more and register at dinnerwiththedoctorvancouver.eventbrite.com
Newstart for the Family – Newstart for the Family begins January 23 at 6:00 pm at the Grants Pass Adventist Church Better Living Center. This scientifically researched health restoration program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays for a total of 8 sessions, ending February 15. It includes lifestyle principles that prevent and reverse disease through natural methods. This is a great series to learn the basics of meal planning and cooking with plant foods. The Better Living Center is located at 1360 NE Ninth Street in Grants Pass, Ore. For more information and to register, please contact Rosie at 541-471-1325.
The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work – The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work couples workshop teaches couples how to make their marriages more satisfying. Learn how to improve communication, effectively manage conflict, and create deeper intimacy using practical skills. This workshop relies on knowledge gained from over 30 years of research on thousands of couples at the University of Washington by the world’s leading relationship expert Dr. John Gottman. Offered by Sandy Adventist Church, February 24-25. The workshop is facilitated by Jon Beaty, LCSW, a 7 Principles Leader trained by The Gottman Institute. Early-registration ends January 31. Go to jonbeaty.com/marriage for details and to register.
Elizabeth Talbot Spiritual Emphasis Weekend - Save the Date! February 9 & 10. Join us for a weekend of Spiritual enrichment with Elizabeth Talbot, Director of Jesus 101 institute. This event will be taking place at Pleasant Valley Church, 11125 SE 172nd Avenue, Happy Valley, OR 97086. For more information call or email the church: info@pvcsda.org, 503-658-2248.
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