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Donate. Now. Hurry! By Dick Duerksen
...though the genocide is now history, the Tutsi families are still corralled in the camps where they exist on handouts from the government, the UN, and a constantly-changing alphabet of non-profits. Today, ADRA and Impact Hope are partnering to develop a safe pathway for a high school education and job-ready vocational training for students in the camps. Students like Elizabeth.
There are no jobs for 9th grade graduates, and Elizabeth wanted to continue learning. The government offered high school classes, but Elizabeth and the other students had to walk 7 kilometers from the camp to reach the school. The path was dangerous, and often the girls were attacked as they ran home from school... Read on...
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Interview with Guam-Micronesia Mission
NAD Communication director Daniel Weber recently interviewed Ken Norton, Guam-Micronesia Mission president, during a visit to the island. They discuss student missions, the role of Adventist schools in the broader ministry of the church, a new joint venture with Adventist World Radio, and what NAD members can do to support this important mission field. WATCH the video.
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Meadow Glade Church Impacts Clark County
Here is how Meadow Glade's Community Services impacted Clark County in 2017.
Food Distributed - 104 tons of food which averages out to 2,032 pounds a day or $323,029 worth. With a total of 23,000 persons served!
Other Items Such as Clothes - 75,483 items were distributed, valued at $126,000.
Volunteers That Served Their Community - 9,160 volunteer hours worked with a value of $128,243.
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Stressing Our Senses By Ed Lyons
The scientists caught a flash of brilliant blue and burnt orange. A Western Bluebird set up a nest and prepared for babies. There was just one problem. She was within earshot of the hum of a natural gas compressor. At first it was not much of a problem, but after being stuck in the nest with the eggs and babies for weeks, the loss of sleep and constant hypervigilance took its toll. Just as in humans suffering from PTSD or chronic fatigue syndrome, blood tests showed hormonal and other chemical deterioration. The researchers reported smaller body growth and poor feathering.
The constant sounds and lights and commotion of our routines and environment can take a toll on us like on the bluebird. It is good to get away to the gentle peace of forest, field, or beach. Sometimes we don't realize just how stressed our senses are until we get away.
"Thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall you be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength." (Isaiah 30:15)
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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
"Reflections" Adventist Homeschool Choir will have two performances Sabbath February 3, 2018. The first will be at the Sandy Seventh-day Adventist Church at 10:50am, 18575 SE Langensand Road, Sandy, Oregon. The second performance will take place at Courtyard Fountains Senior Living Center at 3:00pm, 1545 SE 223rd Ave., Gresham, Oregon.
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 Sabbath - NEW DATE! February 24. Join us for a Sabbath 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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