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Gil Plubell Remembered
Gilbert "Gil" Plubell, a long-time leader in Adventist education, died at his home in Boring, Ore., on Thanksgiving evening, Nov. 23, after a long illness. He had just turned 87. Plubell served in the Northwest from 1976–1989, including eight years as NPUC education director. He later moved to the North American Division where he was education director until his retirement in 1996. After retiring, he returned to Oregon, and continued to serve as special assistant to the superintendent of the Oregon Conference for an additional 15 years. He will be sorely missed. His memorial service will be held Saturday, Dec. 9. Read more...
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Dulan Accepts VP of Regional Affairs Role
Byron Dulan has accepted the invitation of the North Pacific Union Conference (NPUC) executive committee to become vice president for regional affairs. Dulan has served the Washington Conference in several capacities, and is currently the conference’s director of Adventist Community Services, disaster response and personal ministries. He will begin his new role with the NPUC in January 2018. Read more...
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WWU Celebrating 125 Years this Month
On Dec. 7, 1892, Walla Walla University (WWU) opened its doors for the first time. Since then, WWU has expanded from a single building in College Place, Wash., to five vibrant campuses across the Pacific Northwest, educating more than 50,000 students. Next Thursday, the campus celebrates its 125th anniversary with special events, including the grand re-opening of Bowers Hall. Read more...
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Happy Birthday, Jeri Nelson!
Today is the big day for Jeri Nelson and the school family at the Seventh-day Adventist Daycare and Preschool in Sheridan, Oregon. Teacher Nelson is 87 years old today!!
“I don’t like getting older,” she told me. “But 87 sounds pretty good, doesn’t it?”
Jeri is the school’s lead teacher, and has been since forever.
“God put me here,” Jeri said, “to try and help these children love Him and to be kind like God is. All of my other teachers and employees came up through the school. Every one of them brought their own children here, fell in love with the school, and are now teachers. They’re the best!”
Each morning the church parking lot becomes a “turn-around” point for school buses who are picking up or dropping off children at the daycare. Jeri, who has a first-name relationship with the drivers, waves and then makes sure the children get signed in or signed out correctly. Each bus brings a few moments of chaos marked by individual hugs and waves from Teacher Nelson.
“Whenever I see one of the children who has been a student in our daycare,” Teacher Nelson continued, “I ask the person they’re with if the child is kind. Ninety-nine percent immediately say YES! Very kind. That’s how I know we’re doing our job.”
I asked her if she might ever retire.
“Not likely,” she responded. But my children say that I ought to write everything down so if I die one night in my sleep someone would know how to run the place.”
She laughed, and asked me to tell the children another story.
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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
Disaster Preparedness: Coping with Disaster – Presented by Chaplain Mario Gambaro who has served as a chaplain since 2009. Insightful and practical, this workshop will be held on Tuesday, December 5th at at 6:30 pm in the Abundant Life Center at the Castle Rock Adventist Church. You'll find us off of exit 49, at 7531 Old Pacific Hwy. N. in Castle Rock, Wash. Questions? Call Wanda at 360-967-2165
Behold the Lamb of God – Join us at Hood View Adventist Church in Boring, Ore. on December 9 at 7:00 pm for a musical journey through the ancient prophecies and genealogies in the unfolding of the true tall tale of the coming of Christ. Presented by Matt and Josie Minikus.
Fountainview Academy Orchestra & Choir in Concert – Fountainview Academy Orchestra and Choir are returning to Bend to enrich, inspire, and remind us all that the greatest Gift of the season, of life, is our Redeemer and King! Join us for an unforgettable evening of hope and glory as this prominent young group of musicians present "Come Let Us Adore Him" during their annual Christmas tour. December 9 at 7:00 pm at Bend First Presbyterian Church. This is a complementary and non-ticketed event. For those unable to attend the evening concert, Fountainview will additionally host the 11:00am service on December 9 at Cascade Adventist Church. All are welcome, and early arrival is highly recommended as seating will be limited. For more information visit http://fountainviewacademy.ca/music.
Vegan Cooking Class – No meat? No problem! – The Eugene Adventist Church will be holding a free cooking class on Monday, December 4th from 6:30-8:30pm. This month’s topic is “Healthy Holidays – No Meat? No Problem!” Do you find it challenging to stick to a vegan diet during the holidays when every dish is often made with milk, butter, or eggs? Join us for Healthy Holidays – No Meat? No Problem! This month’s menu includes: Cucumber Herb Canapé – Cheese ball – Mexican Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding – Amaretti Cookies. The class will be held upstairs in the church fellowship hall. Assistance is available for those needing help getting upstairs. Contact Stephanie at 541-228-0667 for more info. Learn more at http://bit.ly/2A0p813. The Eugene Adventist Church is located at 1275 Polk Street in Eugene.
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