NORTH PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE GLEANER Volume 85, Number 19 October 15, 1990 Editorial October 15, 1990

Church Size We Witnessed a Miracle As a child I attended a church of about 100 members. Everyone knew everyone else and By Clarence Ledbeter missed the ones who weren't at church. Mostly As told to Kelly McHan someone knew why they weren't there or found out soon. . . . On Saturday nights there was always room at Art has interested me from early on. At someone's home for a get-together. Youngsters age 14 I entered a painting at the county played outdoors and the oldsters sat inside and fair in Wisconsin for which I won first prize. solved the world's problems. It wasn't perfect. We weren't any more perfect After reaching adulthood, however, I than we are now but with churches taking on became active in the workforce and an- such enormous size (congregation size) in recent ticipated a return to painting upon retire- decades, one has to wonder how big a church ment. When retirement did occur, I should be before they branch out. . . . We are here to plant gospel seed, aren't we? A wondered if I would be able to reach the farmer scatters his seed and has to ride out to level of talent I had enjoyed in my younger check on its growth. He doesn't keep it in one days. I prayed that if the judges found favor small spot so he can check from his living room in my work it would be a sign that I should Clarence Ledbeter with one of his oil paintings. window. Talented people can hide in a large church on continue painting. I wanted very much to the premise that they are not needed. In small sell artwork and use part of the proceeds in my age of 78 I give the Lord all the credit churches everyone is needed and they know it. the Lord's work. for seeing me through those many long hours. Young people need to be needed to keep their God performed a great miracle for me dur- By Aug. 2, nine of the paintings were fin- interest until they settle their faith and their future. This is a problem in large churches. Enter- ing the summer of 1989. I wanted to enter ished and nearly dry. The tenth, titled tainment doesn't hold them, responsibility does. 10 paintings at the Polk County Fair in "Lambing Time in the Foothills:' had been Small churches would absorb and use them to Oregon, but due to major remodeling on started only five days before the entry date. good advantage on both sides, making them ac- our house, was unable to start them until I saw miracles at work as the Lord dried this tive agents in spreading the gospel. This is just a seed thought: seeds don't grow until they are the second week of June. The fair entry date special painting in time to finish for the fair. planted. of Aug. 8 provided me with a tight schedule. It was one of seven blue ribbon winners I Grace Streifling Oil paints are a very slow drying medium, entered. There were also two red ribbons, Walla Walla, Wash. often taking up to four weeks to dry between one white ribbon, and the sweepstakes. painting sessions. My wife, and I sent up We can only say, "Our Lord is still per- many prayers. "Lord, if it is Thy will please forming miracles!" help those paintings to dry in time for the fait" We claimed the promise of Matthew Clarence Ledbeter lives in Falls City, Ore. 21:22, "And all things whatsoever ye shall Kelly McHan is wife of Pastor Steve McHan ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive." At of the Dallas/Falls City district. Oct. 15, 1990 4Ir Vol. 85, No. 19 ,/

Wouldn't it be wonderful if the Tournament of Roses Board of Directors this year would ask GLEANER 11) all participants to donate their estimated costs North Pacific Union Conference to ADRA instead of purchasing roses and tons (USPS 394-560) LETTE S of plant material that will wilt and die? Letters are we corned for publication. The Who will remember the Adventist float tomor- Address all correspondence to: editor reserves the right to reject letters and row when all is gone? Robert Rouillard GLEANER where necessary, to edit for continuity and space Tacoma, Wash. North Pacific Union Conference requirements. Letters must be signed and should P.O. Box 16677, Portland, OR 97216 not be more than 150 words in length except, We are a little skeptical about the number (503) 255-7300 where, in the editor's discretion, more space is listed by Reader Rouillard as viewing the Rose Parade. We surmise it is far more than the Editor, Morten Juberg available. Address letters to Editor, Box 16677, Associate Editor, Ed Schwisow Portland, OR 97216. 130,000 he mentions. Also, one should remember that the telecast of the Rose Parade Published by the North Pacific Union Con- is seen worldwide. ference of Seventh-day Adventists Please Note — Every reasonable effort is made Rose Parade to screen both editorial and advertising materials Utopia? and to avoid error in this publication. But the Let's project that the cost of 50,000 roses North Pacific Union Conference GLEANER (Adventist Church to be in Rose Parade) could Have you wished to be where you had the does not accept responsibility for categorical or cost 25 cents each. That's $12,500 plus $7,000 following comforts? Freedom from lawn care. for five tons of flowers and plant material for a Quiet for rest or sleep. Wonderful neighbors on typographical errors, nor for advertisers' claims. total of $17,500. I would say that's a low estimate all sides of you. The cleanest of cafeterias serv- North Pacific Union Conference GLEANER, since many floats cost $30,000. ing healthful food. Village bus trips for a variety ISSN number 0746-5874, is published semi- It was interesting that the article preceding this of pleasures. Committee-planned entertainments. monthly except July and December for $10.00 one gave the address for ADRA International One-story fourplexes with private front and rear per year by Color Press, 312 S. College Ave., Col- Philippine Earthquake Fund that reported a total entrances. A pleasant Adventist chapel and lege Place, Wash. 99324. Second-class postage of 22,000 people received food and clothing. Pastor Marvin and Eva Seibel to lead out, who paid at College Place, Wash. LITHO U.S.A. CP43322 It's possible that out of 130,000 people seeing are rated ideal by the members. the Adventist display some might learn about William N. Judd is a most capable administra- POSTMASTERS: Send form 3579 to North Jesus and the Third Angel's Message, if that is tor for the Village Retirement Center and Villa Pacific Union GLEANER, P.O. Box 397, Col- our purpose. North Apartments just across the street. Either lege Place, Washington 99324. But 22,000 people receiving food and clothing place is a prudent choice for retirees where Tri- and the other projects ADRA has should be the Met buses take us wherever. Accept this invita- Don't send correspondence, GLEANER copy or programs to which Pathfinders and teens of the tion to come look, see! advertisements to the above address. All such North Pacific Union Conference could direct Esther Cleveland, Resident materials should be sent to GLEANER, Box their time and energy. Portland, Ore. 16677, Portland, OR 97216.

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About Miracles Re: R.C. Cook's letter about miracles and North Pacific Union Conference accusing God of whimsicality. I admit we don't understand the reasons He Comparative Statement of Tithe and Mission Offerings has for sometimes interfering with the natural 8 Months (34 Weeks) Ended August 31, 1990 processes of cause followed by effect. Also I hate to admit that sometimes I am like COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF TITHE my granddaughter, who when her mother said soothingly, "I understand, dear:' screamed, "I Increase or % Increase don't want to be understood." Conference Membership 1990 Tithe 1989 Tithe 1990 Decrease — Decrease — I have had scores of "interventions" or Alaska 2,046 878,782.61 895,798.95 17,016.34 1.94 "coincidences" by whatever name you may call Idaho 4,905 1,725,046.99 1,746,185.75 21,138.76 1.23 them instead of "miracles?' An incident is that of a child, terrified and Montana 3,230 898,380.39 910,162.32 11,781.93 1.31 lonely, his parents taken off to a hospital and he Oregon 26,594 9,642,428.50 10,080,476.21 438,047.71 4.54 is in ours for tests. He couldn't eat. He tried to Upper Columbia 18,577 6,406,235.74 6,657,719.17 251,483.43 3.93 cooperate but vomited. To get his attention off Washington 13,196 4,841,847.59 5,027,887.87 186,040.28 3.84 his woes I turned him around so he faced the window. Union 68,548 24,392,721.82 25,318,230.27 925,508.45 3.79 "Watch for a friend of mine outside the window:' I told him. Of course he couldn't believe COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF MISSION OFFERINGS me. In two seconds a pair of Audubon warblers lit on a twig about 18 inches from the pane, the Increase or % Increase Per Capita Per Week brilliant male strutting and flirting, showing off Conference 1989 1990 Decrease — Decrease — 1988 1989 for his admiring female. I brought another tray Alaska 51,073.75 45,172.99 —5,900.76 —11.55 0.74 0.65 and the child ate the food without knowing he Idaho 109,878.78 117,766.62 7,887.84 7.18 0.66 0.71 had done so. Montana 56,669.53 59,159.59 2,490.06 4.39 0.52 I had never seen one of the pretty birds closer 0.54 than 30 feet before. A nice coincidence? Oregon 664,203.68 706,583.29 42,379.61 6.38 0.74 0.78 Something has happened in a similar way too Upper Col. 452,848.47 475,991.39 23,142.92 5.11 0.72 0.75 many times in my experience. I only dimly Washington 272,604.03 269,874.01 —2,730.02 —1.00 0.62 0.60 understand why it sometimes happens and sometimes not. But I have decided to accept so- Union 1,607,278.24 1,674,547.89 67,269.65 4.19 0.69 0.72 called bad experiences as containing lessons for me and continue learning, like Job. Lois M. Parker hastened to our Webster's for a definition: "A Walla Walla, Wash. visible manifestation of a deity:' As an Gun Control individual who looks forward to the visible I noted in the Aug. 6 GLEANER that the manifestation of Jesus at His Second Coming, General Conference took a stand on gun control. we add a hearty "amen:' I have been a gun shop owner for 22 years and Although many of your miracle story writers an Adventist for 14. and you portray God as "whimsical and arbitrary:' Many of my customers enjoy shooting those He is not. Unfortunately you seem to be unable guns at paper targets. to distinguish coincidence from miracle and BTATOMMT TAM EMMA It bothered me that while taking a stand on actively promote superstition by publishng so gun control, I have never seen where my church many coincidence stories as miracles. has taken a stand on abortion. . . . A perfect illustration appeared in the Aug. 20 Mel Doyle issue in which someone claimed his being late t" `et- •+• I ..-• I te.,«• .,• y I• .11•

earnft sm000lum imo,o mundane reading. ollifto oft lonO0 mit am... running. As to the editor needing a "theophany;' we mgr.. oo. nor A recent note from the Heinz' informs us that "our miracle refrigerator has operated perfectly for 10 months and is ABOUT THE COVER still performing like brand new" While photographer Harold Wilson, Anchorage, Alaska, has had previous cover photos in the past taken in such remote areas as the Aleutian Islands, he didn't travel far from home for this cover, just Be a missionary. 10 miles. Using his Canon F-1 Camera with a 500 mm lens and Fujichrome 100 film, he took the pic- Send SIGNS. ture in Kincaid Park. Wilson lists his occupation as aircraft mechanic and photographer. 4 Features October 15, 1990 Our Roots Pioneering Adventism in the Wild West

By Doug Johnson worked areas. An example of this was the great stones on the roof, and shouting. The experience of D.E. Scoles in 1892 in Joseph, meeting was so disturbed, it was thought Editor's Note: This is the first of a series of ar- Ore. In a report to the Review and Herald, best to dismiss. . . . The town authorities ticles by Pastor Doug Johnson of Blue Moun- he wrote, were appealed to for protection, but would tain Valley Church near Athena, Ore. In his "The one church of the place (Joseph) is do nothing; however, no personal violence series he explores the early beginnings of Presbyterian, though it was built mainly by was done. . . . Seven have decided to keep Adventist work in the Northwest. the people, and was said to be 'open for all all of God's commandments; two of the orthodox denominations: So the doors were wealthiest and most influential ladies of the As members of the Seventh-day open for us. . . . When we reached the Sab- town are among the number!' Adventist Church in the Pacific Northwest, bath question, the Presbyterian minister got The various reports sent into the Review we enjoy a network of established churches up a petition to have us locked out, which and Herald during these early days were of- and institutions. But such a network did not was done. But one of our brethren owned ten filled with accounts of persecution. In always exist. One hundred years ago our a building on Main Street, so we seated it fact these pioneering preachers counted on pioneers struggled with the task of getting and arranged for meetings. The next mor- it when they entered unworked areas. things started. They wrestled with the chal- ning after we began, the whole front of the In Elkhorn, Mont., C.T. Shafer was con- lenge of raising up churches in areas where building was painted with vulgar and tinually bothered with the town's children there were no Adventist families. threatening notices, and I was hung in ef- that he described as wicked. They threw In 1896, C.N. Martin was sent to Stevens- figy in the street. rocks on his tent, made noise to disturb his ville, Mont., to raise up an Adventist group. "But we thought there must be some grain meetings, threw firecrackers, and "whipped In a report to the Review and Herald, he among the weeds, or Satan would not be the canvas:' described the difficulties that he faced. He so angry, hence we continued, but things Usually the opposition originated from wrote: went from bad to worse. They smashed win- the other ministers in town. In 1891, J.E. "I came to this place about the first of dows, threw cayenne pepper over the stove Fulton and R.D. Benham held evangelistic April. Every Seventh-day Adventist and on the floor, in the meantime threaten- meeting in Cottage Grove, Ore. The Meth- preacher can understand my feelings and ing to 'egg' me out of town, and give me odist minister was so upset at them that he situation on my arrival. I was without a coat of 'tar and feathers! " preached a sermon on the Seventh-day friends, no home was open to me but the Adventist Church. In his Review and Herald hotel at two dollars a day, and I had an un- Mob Gathered report, R.D. Benham wrote, popular truth to present" "The sermon was filled with bitter invec- "The last night of the meetings we were tives and vituperations, mingled with abun- reviewing a sermon of the aforementioned Much Opposition dant false statements. He called us 'modem preacher, on the Sabbath, when a mob Pharisees, Saturday idolaters, children of the The pioneering preachers also had to gathered, and began yelling, stamping, plac- Devil: etc., and said that 'the poison of asps contend with strong opposition and at times ing bunches of lighted firecrackers at the was under our tongues: " even persecution as they entered these un- door and throwing them inside, throwing

Bitterness In 1890, a similar experience happened to J.W. Watt and E. R. Williams in Virginia City, Mont. In his report to the Review and Herald, Watt wrote, Five Die In "In his sermon (against Adventists), Pastor Mills (a circuit-riding Methodist min- ister) ran over about the same line of Scrip- Alaska Plane Crash tures that is usually brought forward to prove first-day sacredness. . . . He classed us with saloon-keepers, gamblers, infidels, blacklegs, By Ron Watts 11 and 13, from Angwin, Calif., had been and all kinds of irreligious persons, and videotaping material for his series on the remarked that a man is known by the com- Four Adventist members and the pilot history of the Sabbath. Beth Wainwright, pany he keeps!' 22, of New Zealand and Weimar College, of the small plane they were traveling in One cannot help but be impressed by the from Kotzebue to Anchorage died when had been doing volunteer work with Roger dedication of our pioneering ministers and they crashed on the side of a mountain near and Diane Merrill of Kotzebue, self- laymen. They did more than just talk about Talkeetna, Alaska, in bad weather on Sept. supporting missionaries in the Arctic. The Global Mission and the taking of Adven- 2 at 11:40 p.m. pilot, Harry Uglowook, 36, of Gambell, James Arrabito, 36, and two sons, aged Alaska, was flying the Merrills' tism to the unreached people-groups. They actually braved the opposition and dispersed our message to the unworked towns and cit- ies of the Pacific Northwest. NPUC Gleaner Features 5 Drug-Free Youth Celebrate at WWC

By Steve Dunston But it wasn't all laughs. The hall was hushed to the church. The local program recently when Josh Hunt introduced his adopted received federal funding and an official 1.1 sister, Valentine, a girl who suffers from status with local high schools. t's intense," said one participant, and I constant seizures and blindness due to fetal "Our children got us involved," says there may be no better word to describe alcohol syndrome. As a result of the Hernandez, who didn't plan to organize the what happened when hundreds of teen- conference several students became aware program. "We took them to a Youth to agers from around the Northwest got of problems in themselves and in their Youth conference and they got so excited together at Walla Walla College Sept. families, which provided an incentive to that they convinced us to start our own 12-16, to celebrate being drug-free. pursue follow-up counseling. chapter here. We just couldn't say no:' Sponsored by Adventist Youth to Youth, Adventist Youth to Youth is modeled after Youth to Youth goes beyond teaching a teen drug-prevention program offered by the highly successful program developed in values. It trains teens to teach them. In the North American Division health and 1982 by Youth to Youth of Columbus, Ohio. many ways, adult staff act merely as advisers temperance department, the convention The original program was comprised of five to the teens who take leadership roles. For featured concerts, leadership training and elements: information about alcohol and example, Elstrom's son, David Wagner, 16, positive peer support for teens. drugs, personal growth, leadership training, coordinated recreation activities and all Every student belonged to a family group, community service, and positive alterna- responsibilities for the 32 youth staff at the a small group of students with an adult tives to drug and alcohol use. convention. And students of the local leader who met several times a day to When the church decided to update its chapter of Youth to Youth spoke to 600 worship, share and get to know each other. youth drug-prevention program in 1987, grade school students last year with the "Adventist Youth to Youth creates a tight Youth to Youth was chosen as a model, with message that "it's cool to say no to drugs." family atmosphere that gives these kids a a sixth element of spiritual growth added About 250 students attended the conven- great support group:' says John Winslow, a to the original five. tion, including students from Auburn, Co- Youth to Youth counselor and an assistant Wendy Hernandez, WWC student lumbia, Gem State, Milo, Mount Ellis, Port- dean at Mount Ellis Academy. "Some of assistance counselor, and Cathy Elstrom, land, Upper Columbia, and Walla Walla them just came for a fun weekend, but they WWC and Rogers School P.E. teacher, Valley academies. —A64 will leave excited about being drug-free." coordinate the Northwest Adventist You couldn't help getting excited when program as well as overseeing the local Steve Dunston is a staff writer for Office of you attended some of their assemblies. version of Youth to Youth, which has no tie College Relations at Walla Walla College. Students laughed and applauded and shouted during song services and energizers.

Cathy Elstrom, co-coordinator of the conven- tion, addresses a general assembly. Family group sessions were more than table discussions. Here family group 13 learns about teamwork 6 Features October 15, 1990 Stephen Ministry Begun In Portland Area

By Holly Kiesz screening process, and then undergo exten- sive training and course work. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith These ministers receive approximately 50 and the Holy Spirit. . . . And the Word of hours of training, based on a solid Biblical God increased; and the number of disciples foundation. They are taught the best tools multiplied greatly in Jerusalem!' (Acts 6:5-7) of the health and psychological sciences Portland Adventist Medical Center, the before beginning their work. Some of the Oregon Conference, and Sunnyside, Rock- training topics include: the art of listening, wood, Hood View and Glendoveer Advent- how to use the Bible with others, confi- Pat Knudson, R.N., of Portland Adventist's ist churches have started a chapter of the dentiality, ministry to the dying, grieving, vascular laboratory, offers a helping hand to a Stephen Ministry in the Portland area. and the list goes on. patient being discharged. Pat is a Stephen Leader at Hood View Church, where she is a member. The Stephen Ministry is an interdenomi- Throughout their ministry, Stephen Min- national, nationwide program that offers a isters will receive continuing education in listening ear to people in need by a lay a variety of subjects. In addition, the min- issues. Usually, Portland Adventist would be minister who reaches out to another person isters care-giving is supervised by 12 trained limited in what it could do for them beyond in a time of crisis. It was named after Stephen Leaders on a bimonthly basis. the hospital contact. Stephen, the first deacon in the early Each church has a Stephen Leader to sup- But now, when this kind of situation is Church, commissioned by the apostles to ervise, and a coordinator who unites a recognized, a Stephen Minister is assigned care for the community's needs. Stephen Minister with a person in need. to the person or family in need. The A Stephen Minister will visit, listen, offer The coordinator tries to match them based Stephen Minister will set up weekly meet- support and resources, and pray with those on such factors as age, sex, interests and ings with the couple to listen and offer people who are hurt. This ministry is a location. support long after the initial hospital stay. meaningful way for church members to pro- "Up to this time, there hasn't been any "I am so impressed with the number of vide an ongoing, caring ministry for people program such as this to help those people people who are willing to dedicate 50 hours in the community who are in need. who are suffering past their hospital stay:' of training, and at least one encounter per Stephen Ministers are not professional says Portland Adventist's Stephen Leader, week for two years, to a cause they so whole- counselors or psychologists, nor are they Steve Rott. heartedly support:' says Rott. "We are really superficial visitors with just a passing For example, a young couple who has lost delighted to know that so many people will interest. Before becoming a Stephen Min- a baby to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome be touched by these caring ministers:' ister, each person must first go through a (SIDS) would suffer from a number of grief Bettie Jean Kesselring is an active Stephen Minister at Hood View Church. She says this program is as rewarding to the care-giver, as it is to the care-receiver. "This relationship is such a positive and Stephen Ministry grEPHE fulfilling experience," she says. "The key is to be a listening ear. We're not here to give Is Valuable Aid to Pastor advice; we're here to listen, help them focus, and maybe lighten the burden a little during their time of crisis:' By Morten Juberg some of the current referrals sent to Stephen Ministers. Kesselring says the way she helps is diver- William Bossert, pastor of the Hood "This isn't a one-shot thine Bossert sified, but she tries to meet with her care- receiver at least once a week to get in touch. View Adventist Church, is pleased with the added. "The Stephen Minister may assist help Stephen Ministers are giving to his a person through a crisis for as many as a "It's important for those in a crisis situation to remember to turn their problems over to congregation. dozen visits." "The Stephen Ministry has lifted an God. I try to remind them to stay close to incredible burden off my shoulders and the God and trust in Him:' says Kesselring. workers are giving nurture on a broader base The Stephen Ministry is especially im- than I could ever hope to de he said. "They portant for Portland Adventist as a health- are doing a fine work. Care receivers call care provider in today's industry. me and tell how much they appreciate the "With hospital stays getting shorter, and program!" outpatient procedures increasing, it's impor- "Most of our referrals come through the tant to find a way to focus on the individual pastor's office Bossert added. after their stay," says Beulah Stevens, The pastor said of the 15 men and women director of chaplain services. and three leaders who have received spe- Built upon the dedication of its Stephen cialized training, most are actively engaged Ministers, Portland Adventist is finding this in giving care. Hood View Pastor William Bossert pins a car- innovative ministry to be helpful in coping nation on the lapel of Larry Smith during a com- with the many recent changes in healthcare. He added that divorce, loss of a spouse, missioning service for Stephen Ministry family problems, incest, loss of employment, workers. To Smith's left is his wife Jeanie. marriage problems and financial issues are Behind them is Glenda Schafer. Holly Kiesz is a summer intern working in the public relations office at Portland Adventist. NPUC Gleaner Features 7 Dedication Services Held For Shoreline Church

By Dennis N. Carlson Roberts, officiated for the mortgage burning part of the service. In the midst of the tightly-packed Current pastor, Maylan Schurch and his neighborhoods of North Seattle can be wife Shelley, hosted the weekend event that found the Shoreline Adventist Church on saw many former members return for the 175th St. The recent dedication of that dedication. Rich Roberts, assistant treasurer of the church facility by the more than 150 Among the pastors over the past three Washington Conference, officiates at the offical members of the church caps off the story decades are Trevor Delafield and J.G. Ziegler. mortgage burning part of the dedication service that began in 1963 when a group of Green for the Shoreline Church in north Seattle. Look- ing on are: left, Maylan Schurch, pastor of the Lake members from further south in Seattle Dennis N. Carlson is Communications di- church, and Keith Goodridge, the church formed a missionary band to plant a church rector of the Washington Conference. treasurer. in the north part of the city. There were 86 charter members on the organization date in December 1963. At the dedication service, Hope Hitch- man, Shoreline church clerk, recounted the history of the past 27 years. Originally the church named itself the Lake Forest Park Church intending to locate in that community. Four years later they were breaking ground in another part of the city and it became the Shoreline Church. After building a part of their intended facility, the Adventist congregation, in 1979, traded facilities with the Free Methodist Church across the street on N.E. 175th. This highly visible, fully-built facility has served the congregation well over the years as they have held health and family classes for the community. The dedication of the now debt-free church, featured conference president, Lenard Jaecks, as the dedication speaker. The conference assistant treasurer, Rich The newly dedicated Shoreline Adventist Church is a light on a hill in the north part of Seattle. Robert Lee Burns, 1926-1990

Robert Burns was born Nov. 2, 1926, of having completed only one year of high Despite his long illness, he continued in in Pocatello, Idaho, and died Sept. 11 after school. However, he passed the GED test his work, never complaining about his a seven and one-half year battle with cancer. and was admitted. It is interesting to note condition. He chose rather to encourage his At the age of two he moved to Portland that he graduated cum laude in 1966. coworkers with his cheerful attitude...14 with his mother. Despite facing many home Burns began his work for the church problems, Burns determined early in life teaching at La Sierra Academy where he that he would commit his life to God and was also the school treasurer. In 1969 he was was baptized at the age of 15. called to the Upper Columbia Conference While in Portland he got acquainted with as treasurer of their trust services where he a nurse in training, Donna J. Newell, and served for nine years. This was followed by Robert Lee Burns they were married Aug. 6, 1950. After two years in the Washington Conference as marriage Bob, as he is best known, began the Trust director. He came to the North working for a commercial firm doing office Pacific Union Conference as a trust officer work, eventually rising to the post of office in 1980. He was forced to retire in March manager. of this year because of continuing ill health. Wanting to further his education, he and He is survived by his wife Donna, a son Donna laid plans for him to attend Walla Leenel, Pasco, Wash., and a daughter, Teresa Walla College. He faced a difficulty, that Myers, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. 8 Features October 15, 1990

On Sabbath, Sept. 9, I spoke in Union President Holds our largest Advent- ist Church in Kam- pala, Uganda. Dr. Meetings in Africa Jack Bohannon, president of the Editor's Note: Bruce Johnston, president of the sets at 6 p.m. and rises at 6 a.m. We are Uganda Union, told me whenever North Pacific Union Conference, was invited located just south of the equator. by the General Conference to conduct an they have enough money to build a evangelistic campaign in Kilgali in the Central Beautiful Land Bruce Johnston church it is filled African country of Rwanda. He is teaching to capacity in a matter of weeks. training classes for pastors as well. Following This is a beautiful country of many hills, is a report he sent to the Union Office. small valleys, lakes and volcanic mountains. The great Rift Valley marks the western Not Enough Churches border. I have seen a great variety of wild The people of Central Africa ate so hungry More than 4,000 people are attending animals. for the gospel of Christ. The missions here the evangelistic meetings which began Sept. Here in Kilgali we are at an elevation of find it particularly difficult to have sufficient 11. They were postponed for more than a 5,000 feet so the weather is pleasant. resources to build churches large enough. week due to the visit of Pope Paul. For "secur- Produce is abundant. The only limit to Don't you wish that was the only problem ity reasons" handbills couldn't be distributed growing vegetables and fruit is time. It is facing evangelism and church growth in the until the day before the meetings opened. said to be perpetual spring here. Blossoms North Pacific Union Conference? I am impressed with the reverent and well are abundant the year around. I can give you a firsthand report that the ordered behavior of the African audience. Rwanda is a rapidly growing field with world mission of our beloved church is alive The people are friendly and open hearted. nearly 250,000 Adventists. Smaller than and active. Harvests are available in abun- How they sing! Two different choirs sing the state of Maryland, Rwanda has a popu- dance, I mean unbelievable abundance. I am every night. The meetings are being con- lation of a little over six million. deeply saddened that mission giving is ducted every night for 17 nights straight. The only limitation to church growth, decreasing in North America. I wish you The audience loves the films and also the according to Robert Peck, president of the would think and pray about this. slide presentations that follow the sermon Rwanda Union, is money to build churches. Tonight in the meeting a member re- each night. Can you imagine what it would When a church is built it fills up immedi- ceived a Bible for bringing 14 visitors. He be like to live where there is no television? ately. Just two months ago a lay member announced he would give it to one of the (It is questionable that this should be con- completed a series of meetings in a town visitors he brought who brings the most sidered a deprivation.) where there was no Adventist Church. We visitors tomorrow night. The meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. so people now have 500 members there. The value of a Bible is equal to one and can come directly from work. They are out The lay members carry a heavy load of one-half day's wages. So our people in by 7:30 p.m. Classes for the pastors meet each responsibility as pastors have large districts Africa have the spirit of giving too, even day from 8 a.m. to noon. Incidentally, the sun with many churches and companies. to the point of sacrifice. _,6111 What Kids Are Doing Right

By Linnea Torkelsen if it doesn't work for you too. As I talked three or four to her on the phone, I found out some chapters, de- So . . . it's back to school we go! How interesting things that I'll share with you. pending on about starting the school year off really Leisl had no desire to read her Bible at how hard the right, by making a commitment to yourself all. But she had a wise set of parents. They reading is. to get really smart this year? That's up to said, "O.K. for every book of the Bible you She keeps a the teacher, you say? No way, Jose! And I'm read, we'll buy you another book for your red lead pen- Liesl Christiansen going to tell you a fool-proof secret for library" Liesl liked to read all kinds of other cil close by increasing your ability to learn. My friend things, just not the Bible. But she figured, and underlines texts like promises, warnings Liesl Christiansen knew about it too. "not a bad deal:' Then she didn't have to from God, lessons we need to learn, etc. Her Studies show that Bible study and spend her dollars for the story books she folks made a deal that if she was reading memorizing Scripture increases your ability liked. her Bible, bedtime limits could be extended. to do well in other classes in school. Instead of starting in Genesis, she decided Not bad — and how nice to go to sleep with Amazing, but true! Filling your mind with to try books that had familiar stories — easy words of Scripture in your head. God's words stretches your brain's capacity to read ones like Ruth and Esther. "That I'd like to challenge you kids to try Liesl's to think and remember things! wasn't hard at all:' she said. "Psalms wasn't plan and see if it doesn't work for you too. "But . . . but . . . I've tried to read my bad, and Proverbs was even kind of funny Jesus is coming soon. Spending our time Bible through. I got hung up in Leviticus sometimes:' Before you know it, Liesl was reading His word will do us a whole lot more and can't bear to keep going — then I feel "hooked" on reading her Bible. "There was good than watching another TV program. guilty and start in again, but it never sticks?' really more to it than I thought:' she said. By the way, Liesl has earned 27 books — I have to admit, I've had the same problem Daniel and Revelation were rough ones, but and she's doing great in school! at times. There are certain areas in the Bible she went to a Revelation Seminar and that don't make for exciting bedtime reading discovered it actually made sense! — but it's all there for a reason. Liesl reads just 15-20 minutes every day. Linnea Torkelsen writes from Spokane, Let me share Leisl's plan of attack and see During that time she may cover as many as Wash. NPUC Gleaner News 9 Husband/Wife Set Aside For Pastoral Ministry

By Max C. Torkelsen, 11 conference president, welcomed Collette to her unique role by saying, "You are called to the ministry, and you are called to be a In a history making and precedent set- wife, and soon you will be a mother. Who ting ceremony, Mark and Collette Pekar can say which of these three calls is most were jointly set aside for pastoral ministry. important. One thing is certain, your suc- The service was conducted at the Osbum, cess in the ministry hinges on your success Idaho, Church. in the other two callings Both Mark and Collette have received master of divinity degrees from Andrews Max C. Torkelsen, II is Communication di- University and are currently serving as the rector for the Upper Columbia Conference. Mark and Collette Pekar pastoral couple for the Osbum and St. Maries churches in the Upper Columbia Conference. Mark was ordained to the gos- pel ministry and Collette received a com- missioned minister's credential as provided by the recent General Conference action. Mark was born in Akron, Ohio, into the home of Alfred and Betty Pekar. He graduated from the University of Akron in 1980 with a B.S. in engineering and received the M.Div. degree from Andrews University in 1985. Collette and Mark were also married in 1985. Collette is the daughter of Forrest and Edith Crowell and grew up in the Seattle, Wash., area. She graduated from Walla Walla College in 1981 with a B.A. degree in theology. She received her M.Div. from Andrews University in 1985. • Alt Prior to their marriage Collette served at Prayer of dedication for Mark and Collette Pekar at their ordination and credentialing service at the Spokane Central Church. They have the Osburn, Idaho, Church. Left to right: Dave Parks, Upper Columbia Conference secretary; Jere worked together as associate pastors in the Patzer, Upper Columbia Conference president; Collette Pekar; Mark Pekar; Leighton Holley, North Pacific Union Conference evangelist; Wayne Hicks, Upper Columbia Conference associate youth Yakima 35th Ave. Church during 1985 and director; Bryce Pascoe, Upper Columbia Conference ministerial director. 1986 and the Pendleton Church during 1987 and 1988. Since then they have been serving as pastors of the Osbum-St. Manes district in Idaho. The ordination and credentialing service was held in the district where Mark and WALLA WALLA Collette minister so that most of their church members were able to attend. The challenge to ministry for Mark was given by Leighton Holley, evangelist for the North COLLEGE Pacific Union Conference. Holley was the minister who baptized Mark's father. Betty College to Host 53rd Press will speak for church at 10:45 a.m. Lynn Holley provided special music. Perry and Terry Mace will perform in a The challenge to ministry for Collette Annual OPS Weekend musical program at 4 p.m. OPS Amateur was given by David Parks, secretary of the Hour, Saturday at 8 p.m., showcases some Music, talented performers and a parent- Upper Columbia Conference. Bryce Pascoe, of the best talent at school. This year's event son breakfast will highlight the 53rd annual ministerial director of the Upper Columbia is hosted by Hicks and Cohagen, a religious Conference, gave the ordination charge to OPS Weekend at Walla Walla College on comedy team. On Sunday, parents and sons Mark. Jere Patzer, of the Upper Columbia Nov. 3-5. Hosted by the WWC men's club, can attend a brunch at 8:30 a.m. Conference, and his wife Sue welcomed Omicron Pi Sigma, the weekend also in- Students held the first OPS Amateur Mark and Collette to a lifetime of service cludes special services for vespers and Hour at Davis Auditorium in 1937. War- leading others to know the saving power of church. ren Runyan claimed the $10 first prize after Jesus. Other participants included Craig "This is always a big weekend;' says Lynn a performance which featured a variety of Houston and Mary Hustad, members of the Prohaska, dean of men. "We have lots of animal noises. The program was instantly St. Manes Church, and the Wayne Hicks exciting things planned?' popular, although it was greeted with only family who provided meditation in music. Events begin Friday evening with OPS a "lukewarm reception" by faculty. During the service Sue Patzer, wife of the vespers at 7:30. Greg Brothers of Pacific Ben Cawthra 10 News October 15, 1990

Dwight Davis will conduct meetings with Rollin Hixson in Dillingham during November and December. Advenst EDUCATION Nia,A„, Don and April Bamt are scheduled for a series with Jim Kincaid in Chugiak dur- ELEMENTARY ing November and December. "We appreciate the many members who are fasting and praying with us the first Fri- New Staff Members Wiggins, whose wife Cheryl is a teacher's day of each month for an outpouring of assistant and secretary, grew up breaking God's Spirit," says President Ron Watts. "We Welcomed in Brewster wild horses with his dad in the Yakima believe the Lord will give us the 250 souls Valley. He graduated from Walla Walla Col- that we are seeking." New teachers Jane Wait, whose grades lege with a major in physical education, Dorothy Watts one through three started school in a lively minors in education, religion and biology, zoo setting, and Del Wiggins, principal and and is working on his master's in education. Sixth Congregation teacher of grades seven through nine, were He has taught for 16 years and interrupted welcomed to the staff of the Brewster, classroom activities to spend a dozen years Begins in Anchorage Wash., Jr. Academy, both delighted to be farming so son jay and daughter Gayla could The Jewel Lake Adventist Church began back in the Northwest. Wiggins "came experience real country living. Jay, 19, Na- services on Sept. 8, making it the sixth con- home" from Keene, Texas, and Wait from tional Merit Scholarship winner, is study- gregation in Anchorage. Nineteen charter Sioux Falls, S.D. ing this year in Colognes, France. Gayla, members signed the register. "Children are my lifer exclaimed Ms. 18, is a scholarship freshman at Southwest- "Our purpose is to reach people in the Wait, whose interests could fill a book (She em College. Jewel Lake/Sand Lake area of West An- toted 2,000 books when she moved!) — mu- Bob Finkbiner, teacher for grades four chorage with our message said Pastor Neil sic, Spanish, Indians, railroads, etc. She has through six and in his sixth year with the Biloff in his inaugural sermon. "We plan to taught 14 years, from K to 12, with a stint school, "rounds out a fine team of Chris- go door to door if necessary to find those at teaching adults in a prison system, has tian educators for the 53 students;' com- who are searching for truth:' her master's degree in Curriculum and In- ments Dr. Mickey Rana, school board chair- Neil and Jacquie Biloff sold their lumber struction, and is a reading, children's liter- man. business in the Walla Walla area and moved ature and music specialist. Verona Schnibbe to Anchorage to plant a new church. Help- ing them are their three children, Matt, Chet and Rondi. On opening day Matt and Chet served as deacons and Rondi helped her mother greet visitors. Jewel Lake is the third new group to be planted in Anchorage since the summer of 1988. Abundant Life began meeting in March of this year. The Koreans began in the summer of 1989. Other congregations are Community, Hillside O'Malley and Northside. "Our Master Plan is to have 10 congrega- Jane Wait Del and Cheryl Wiggins Bob Finkbiner tions in Anchorage by the year 1995:' said President Ron Watts in his remarks to the new group. He challenged them to take seriously their goal of evangelizing West An- chorage. "We need 2,500 members in An- CONFERENCE chorage to give us a viable base to reach the rest of Alaska;' Watts said. The Jewel Lake group is meeting in the NEWS Presybterian-Methodist Church on the cor- ner of Jewel Lake and Strawberry.

To help reach that goal five series of meetings have been planned. Two will be conducted by conference evangelists Don and April Bamt. Three are by visiting evangelists. John Boyd and Mark Carr kicked off the Many Campaigns Slated fall program with meetings at Sunshine Church in Talkeetna on Sept. 8. This Fall in Alaska Don and April Bamt are conducting a se- Pastors and evangelists in Alaska are ries in Homer with Fred Ellis during Sep- working toward baptizing 140 more people tember and October. before the end of 1990. Baptisms by Sept. Gary Ellert will work with Norman Sheri Kreitel shows her daughter where to sign 15 were 110 which equals 44 percent of their Yergen and Anchorage Hillside O'Malley her name to become one of the 19 charter 250 goal for the year. in a one-week campaign Oct. 19-26. members of the Jewel Lake group. NPUC Gleaner News 11

Waste Place Blooms We had just returned from the Palmer my poor flowers and just stood enjoying this Camp Meeting where I'd been given two one spot of beauty in Kotzebue. My heart For Jesus in Alaska large bunches of sweet peas from a friend's was encouraged to think what a beautiful, silent testimony our flowering boat is on this It was 4:30 a.m. I had just settled down garden. "Annie, I have some pretty flowers gravely, dusty and dirty, drab peninsula 30 to enjoy special time with my heavenly Fa- already picked for your I said. "Put those miles north of the Arctic Circle. The local ther and was making out a new prayer list back where you got them and I'll get you newspaper had even placed a large picture when the door bell rang. Irritated, I thought a vase of pretty flowers." I ran to my bedroom and grabbed my all- of our flowering boat on their front page to myself, "It's probably some drunk and I earlier in the summer. won't get to have my devotions." My heart occasion card file, the vase of sweet peas I'd Our team desires, by the grace of God, softened when I opened the door to find placed in the bathroom and was back to the front door to meet Annie again. We picked to be that caliber of workers. My husband tall, slender Annie, the program coordinator Roger and I love young people and praise from the nursing home, obviously intox- out a cute child's birthday card. I signed it for Annie. She sat on my chest freezer in God that our own three children, as well icated, beaming with joy over arms full of as other dedicated young adults, have cho- flowering plants she had just uprooted from the entryway, crying, telling me about her sen to work with us here in the far north my boat flower bed! niece, her son, and her father who had died. I had prayer with her, encouraging her to to build up the Adventist mission work in "Please, can I take them home to my these Eskimo villages. These young people niece? She'll be one year old today and I learn Proverbs 18:10 for courage. "Nor she said, "The name of the Lord is a strong are highly respected and greatly loved by all want to take her some pretty flowers:" How ages in our area. We are committed to en- could I resist her toothless smile and POWER." I smiled, thinking to myself, "tower or power, it doesn't make any dif- courage and train as many as will, to has- pleading tone. But I was concerned. After ten Jesus' coming in this isolated region. all, this was the only flower bed in town. ference." God has blessed us with many precious If all the drunks and children kept picking Annie refused my offer to walk her home. My eyes followed her unsteady form in the friends through the various community my flowers there would be none left to services we have reached out with during enjoy! pre-dawn light. Then I carefully replanted these past two years: Vacation Bible Schools, nutrition classes, smoking cessa- tion seminars, youth camps, Pathfinders, Tent Revival Meeting community services center, jail ministry, hospital visitation and senior citizen ministry. Held in Anchorage Recently God worked a miracle for us to place an attractive literature rack display in a very busy local airline terminal, and Steps By Dorothy Watts Volunteers from Washington, D.C., Florida, and California assisted in the to Christ in every room at our only hotel facility, serving business people and tourists The Anchorage Community Church meetings. Steve Jackson of Washington, from around the world. recently tried an approach to evangelism D.C., played the organ and sang each eve- Our Sabbath morning radio program is that is new to Alaska — an old fashioned ning. Sonia Carabellos of California and reaching more people than we expected, in- tent revival. James Price of Florida assisted with the cluding many from Siberia. (We have free The red and yellow tent at 9th and visitation program, and Tom McClenen of Russian literature for anyone requesting it.) Gambell in Anchorage attracted many to Anchorage gave a nightly Bible quiz. Not long ago we hosted two Siberian the New Experience Crusade with Arthur Eskimo men and their translator for dinner and Hope Bushnell of California. Dorothy Watts writes from Anchorage, in our home. We gave them each a Russian The meetings concluded Sept. 2. Three Alaska. were baptized and Pastor Edson Joseph is working with several others, preparing them for baptism. Vegetarian cooking classes were held in conjunction with the meetings. Hope Bush- nell presented the classes on "Eating What Comes Naturally."

Steve Jackson of Washington, D.C., was part of the volunteer team that helped run the Arthur Bushnell was the speaker at a recent tent revival in Anchorage. crusade. A group in Kotzebue meets by a boat which is filled with flowers. 12 News October 15, 1990

Steps to Christ. Harry, our Eskimo team Valdez Member Named has conducted a number of Stop-Smoking member from St. Lawrence Island, com- clinics, has been active in EMT work, and municated freely with these men and trans- Physician of the Year also serves as the local animal healer in the lated for us. Bernard R. Gerard, M.D., of Valdez was absence of a veterinarian. Each year he is If you would like to receive our newslet- recently named Family Physician of the Year Santa Claus for the Arts Council Com- ter, telling of more exciting miracles in the by the Alaska Chapter of the American munity Christmas Program. arctic, write to: SDA Mission, POB 630, Academy of Family Physicians. He received Before moving to Valdez in 1977 Dr. Kotzebue, AK 99752. a $2,000 cash prize with a plaque that Gerard was Medical Director of Maynard Dianne Merrill honors him as the "Physician who ex- MacDougall Memorial Hospital, now the emplifies the highest ideal of the Family North Sound Health Corporation in Nome, Abundant Life Church Physician:' Alaska. While there he was often the only Dr. Gerard has served as Chief of Staff of doctor on call in the community. Continues to Grow the Valdez Community Hospital and "Dr. Gerard's outstanding service is reflected by the broad scope of nominations The Abundant Life congregation met though officially retired, is still practicing received from employees, peers, hospital recently for the first time in their newly- and making house calls when necessary. He staff and community members not only in rented church facilities in North An- Valdez but also in Nome stated the awards chorage. Since their beginning several presenters. months ago the group had met in a rented In commenting about his award, Dr. union hall. Gerard said, "The Lord has blessed me more "We are thankful to the Emmanuel than I could expect. I feel humbled and yet Presbyterian Church for allowing us to use grateful for being chosen for recognition:' their facilities:' says Mason West, Jr. "We A graduate of Loma Linda University in are also thankful that the congregation is 1955, Dr. Gerard served his internship at growing under the leadership of Pastor Porter Hospital in Denver, Colo. He prac- Henderson Poleon." ticed in Idaho and California before mov- Five people were baptized on Aug. 4, ing to Alaska in 1974. bringing the total membership to 35. Those Dr. Gerard is one of 19 Adventist physi- baptized were: Jim Rogan, Dinah Poleon, cians and dentists practicing in Alaska. He Frank Uheree, Joseph Hodges, and Lois and his wife Evangeline, are members of the Moore. Valdez Adventist Church. Not only were these the first baptisms for Dr. Bernard R. Gerard Dorothy Watts the Abundant Life group, but they were the first people Pastor Poleson has baptized since coming to Alaska in June 1989. Henderson and Ferris Poleon served in Bethel before coming to Anchorage in May 1990 to help plant a new congregation among the Black community. The Abundant Life members have IDAHO pledged to double their membership by August 1991. To make that happen they plan to run a series of community programs such as a Breathe Free seminar, a cooking school, a grief recovery seminar, a stress Church Family Reunion A desire for a higher education and seminar, and a family life seminar, Meets at Cambridge economics were the factors that led to most culminating with an evangelistic series. of the families leaving the Cambridge area. The Abundant Life congregation meets This summer the Cambridge Church Later in the '40s men found jobs in an at 11 o'clock Saturday mornings at the Em- joined in the local Idaho Centennial ac- Adventist owned sawmill. This group manuel Presbyterian Church, 2311 Boniface tivities by having a church family reunion. moved the Dutch Flat Church (built East Parkway in Anchorage. Early newspapers tell of Adventist tent of Midvale and not in use) to Cambridge Henderson Poleon meetings in Salubria (near Cambridge) in and also opened a school. 1892. The turn of the century found Again economics caused the families to Adventist families settling west of Cam- move. The church finally closed in the '60s bridge near the timberline. to open a few years later when there again Soon after their arrival a school was were Adventist families in the area. started in a tent, then a board shack, and An open invitation was given to all to finally in 1909 a real building. Eventually come to the reunion. Sabbath School, there were more than 50 children and three church, fellowship dinner, a Pioneer Pro- teachers in the nine-grade, wood-frame gram, and supper made for a day of joy and building. Church was held in this building remembering! The Cambridge Chiirch too. Farming and lumbering sustained these family appreciated the visitors and the in- pioneers and the area became known as Ad- sight gained by hearing the Adventist vent Gulch. History. East of Cambridge in the Highland area Pioneer family members and spouses sign- Adventist families also farmed the land and ing the guest book were: Ben Willoughby, Ferris and Henderson Poleon have moved to An- chorage to care for the new Abundant Life built school-churches. There were other Ray and Leona Combs, Fren and Jan Horn, group. scattered families in the valley. Lorraine Willoughby, Marian Castle NPUC Gleaner News 13

Creach, Arthur and Lurena McKenzie, Myrtle Tall, Lucinda Wikel, Tamera Henry and Madelaine Bernhardt, Mary Woodruff, Robert and Elaine States, June ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, Hopkins, Muriel and Frank Gray, Bill and and Herman Houston. DRUG PROBLEMS . . . Marian Gibson, Gertrude and Gilbert Gib- We welcome any additions to the history . . in your home, church, son, Barbara Sleeper, Ray and Flora Lane, of the Cambridge Church. Please send to school, or community? Lloyd and Marylene Horn, Mourine HC 69, Box 3380, Cambridge, ID 83610. The Temperance Depart- ment of the Seventh-day Parmele, Dan and Clara Tall, Elwin and Sandra Hansen Adventist church is tmit agency serving you with pro- grams, literature, films, and other aids toward positive alternatives. Please request guidance and assistance by contacting your church temperance leader, conference temper- ance director. or write the temperance director of the General Conference. 6840 Eastern Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20012, U.S.A. REAL LIFE Former Advent Gulch folks who stayed the day included, back row, from the left, Bill Gibson, Gilbert — IT'S YOUR CHOICE Gibson, Flora Gibson lane and Muriel Dick Gray. Front row, Leona Barclay Combs, Evelyn McKenzie Hand, Arthur McKenzie, and Mary Howland Hopkins.

The second session of Lessons 1-4 was Small Church Has taught and those from both classes who wanted to complete the entire course are Successful Nutrition Class continuing together, which is almost all the participants of both classes. A third session of Lessons 1-4 is scheduled By Margaret Trainer The first class of 10 non-members, in- for October for those who couldn't attend cluding two men was filled in a few days the other two classes. When God wants something done, He with 10 more waiting to take a second We have made some very good contacts, opens the door and provides the means to session. made a lot of friends, met a lot of interesting accomplish the task. All they had to do was provide the people, and we pray have sown some seed The few members in the Burns Church meeting place in their church, show the that will grow into harvest someday. had discussed the possible outreach pro- Newstart videos of the doctors' lectures and One class member is the head cook for grams for the community, but the small con- the cooking demonstration and prepare a college extension field station and she gregation composed mostly of senior several tasty samples each evening. Par- cooks for a lot of vegetarians. She was citizens over 50, reside in widely scattered ticipants received a nice collection of especially excited about all the new ideas areas surrounding the church home and it recipes to add to their notebooks each she was learning. seemed hard to get together on a project. evening. The enthusiasm of the students was One day a member, Margaret Trainer, Upon completion of the first four lessons rewarding. stopped in the small health food store that which was all the church ladies intended We praise God for providing the oppor- had recently changed hands. The owner to offer, the group enthusiastically requested tunity and the means to meet the needs of asked her if she was a member of the to finish the course of Lessons 5-12. When many interested people in our community. Adventist Church. Surprised, she assured told it would cost more, they replied, "We the owner she was indeed a member. The don't care, that doesn't matter?' Margaret Trainer writes from Burns, Ore. affirmative answer prompted the owner to ask if someone could be found to teach a vegetarian cooking class. Such an invitation could not be refused. Not knowing how to proceed she promised to find someone. As she went out the door her mind was in a whirl, "How, Lord, can we do it?" After several calls for help from acquain- tances in the conference, the realization began to dawn that she would have to con- duct the lessons herself, with the help of her fellow church members. Not being trained for this she felt almost over- whelmed, but she had given her word and somehow it would have to be done. Excellent material was found from the Newstart Homestyle Classes offered by Weimar College. The Burns Church nutrition class was filled with 10 from the area. 14 News October 15, 1990

Award of Merit Given Richland Members To Carl Jorgensen Carl Jorgensen received the Award of Merit medallion awarded by the General Dedicate Church Conference Department of Education at his retirement celebration held at Comstock Members of the Richland, Ore., Advent- ship to 39. These new members were the Park in Spokane, Wash. ist Church dedicated their sanctuary on fruits of the labors of a young ministerial The Award of Merit recognizes extraor- Sept. 8. Stephen McPherson, Idaho presi- intern and his wife, Mac and Eleanor dinary service to Adventist education and dent, gave the dedicatory address. Jackson. is considered by some to be an Adventist The church has a history dating back to When Baird's Hall became too crowded, educational "Congressional Medal of 1913 when Pastor C.H. Rittenhouse held Lizzie Knoblauch donated a house to be Honor:' Jorgensen also received a plaque of meetings in the home of Paul and Lizzie used as a church. Later a church was begun appreciation from the North Pacific Union Knoblauch. He was the pastor of the Baker in Halfway and later yet another at the pres- Conference for his commitment to Advent- Church from 1913-23. ent site in Richland. ist education and valuable contributions as On May 20, 1933, Idaho President John Fire destroyed the church on Jan. 6, 1977. a principal and superintendent in the North Turner met with 16 believers in Baird's Hall, Pastor Harry Darby had accepted a call to Pacific Union Conference from 1969-1990. a part-time funeral parlor, movie theater and the Nevada-Utah Conference but stayed on Jorgensen was born in Green Bay, Wis. meeting hall. Thirteen new converts were to help build the church. It was completed He attended secondary school at Broadview baptized on that date bringing the member- in the early fall of 1977. Academy which proved a crucial turning point in his life. Carl holds a B.A. degree with a history major from Andrews Univer- sity and a M.A. degree in school administra- tion and history from Iowa State University. He served in the armed forces during World War II spending 18 months in foreign serv- ice in the interior of mainland China. He met Marilyn Anderson while study- ing at Andrews. They were married on June 25, 1950. Marilyn has always worked full time in music education wherever they have lived. The Jorgensens have a daughter, Bar- bara Pulley. She and her husband David reside in Seattle. Jorgensen began his professional career in Charter members of the Richland Church are, from the left, Kirby Wallace, Winnie Avery, Veda 1950 as boys' dean and choir director at Oak Knoblauch and Opal Williams. Park Academy in Iowa. He became prin- cipal of Broadview Academy in Illinois at age 28 and had four of his former academy teachers on his staff. During his seven years at Broadview he led in the establishment of a brand new campus 30 miles from the original location. UP1ER COLUMBIA Then came seven years as principal of Monterey Bay Academy in California. While at MBA Jorgensen fostered the Two Years to Live establishment of a commercial laundry which now employs 90 students and makes The doctor's comment was brief and to a profit every year. the point: "Two years to live if Louis Pot- Carl's third principalship was for seven ter continued with his alcohol and tobacco habits. As he walked down the street he met a young girl whom he recalled was selling the Watchman magazine. He asked her, "What would you do if you had only two years to live?" "I would get close to Jesus, Mister:' she Louis Potter replied. She gave him the name of a pastor to visit. The minister and Potter prayed to- gether and the craving for liquor and of enemy fire seven times. tobacco was removed. He was baptized in He came to Spokane 20 years ago and is Saginaw, Mich., in 1924. a member of the Central Church. His Potter marked his 97th birthday on Feb. family includes a son in Boise, Idaho, and 22. He served in the infantry in World War a daughter, Mrs. Clarence White, Spokane. I and recalls "going over the top" in the face Alex La Corn Carl and Marilyn Jorgensen NPUC Gleaner News 15 years at Auburn Academy in Washington sent throughout the country and many circumstances and often strident, conflict- state. While principal of Auburn he had friends and former colleagues sent messages ing voices:' four former boarding academy principals on of congratulations. Donald G. Reynolds, recently retired his staff and he began a defacto training pro- Dr. G.L. Plubell, director of K-12 Educa- special assistant to the General Conference gram with six of his vice principals becom- tion for the North American Division president, writes: "The finest, best, most ing academy principals when they moved. wrote: "I want to express my appreciation qualified, helpful, discerning, cooperative The last 14 years of Carl Jorgensen's pro- and respect for your many years of profes- and trustworthy educational superintendent fessional career were as conference super- sional expertise in Adventist education. You I ever worked with as president:' intendent of education, three in left a rich legacy of trained professional ad- Glenn Aufderhar, president of the Washington Conference and 11 years in Up- ministrators for many of our academies. You Michigan Conference, said, "Your analytical per Columbia Conference. always contributed significantly to our team mind and quiet cool under pressure was of Jorgensen is a 28-year member of Rotary efforts in behalf of Adventist education:' great benefit to me. I found this proverb to International having served as president of Dr. Vern Shafer, member of the Upper be true. 'As steel sharpens steel, so one man the Auburn Rotary Club for a year. He is Columbia Conference Board of Education, sharpens another: Working with you has also a licensed airplane pilot. commented: "I have admired your enhanced my own ability to serve the Lord. Jorgensen's retirement party was hosted by unruffled, patient graciousness and Chris- I know you and your family will enhance the Spokane area teachers. Invitations were tian warmth in the face of the most trying the work wherever you spend your active retirement:' Max C. Torkelsen, II

Students See Passion Play on Field Trip It was a vivid reminder of God's love for 31 of the students in grades four through nine from the Brewster Adventist Junior Academy who watched the Passion Play at the Puyallup Amphitheater as the highlight of a two-day field trip in September which included a day at the Western Washington Fair. The gripping portrayal of scenes from Christ's ministry, trials, crucifixion and resurrection made His mission very real, reflected fourth through sixth grade teacher Brewster Baptisms Bob Finkbiner, who, with Principal Del At left, in Guamanian tradition, sixth graders Timmy Hanson and Justin Holder had shell leis Wiggins, arranged the trip. "In fact:' he hung around their necks after Pastor Michael Brownfield baptized them in Alta Lake, near Brewster. noted, "it was the stated purpose of each Timmy, left, is the son of Dr. Keith and Esther Hanson who were in mission service several years of the 2,000 actors to inspire deepened ap- on Guam. Justin, right, is the son of Garry and Rose Holder. Right, Jeanette Morris, fourth grade home schooler, daughter of Dr. Robert and Monique Morris, was baptized by Pastor Brownfield in preciation and love for Christ and His the Columbia River. Photo by Debby Miller. priceless gift to humanity through their Verona Schnibbe dramatization." The group, including nine adults, was hosted at Auburn Adventist Academy over Upper Columbia Conference Friday night's sleepout in the gym. Sabbath, at Mt. Rainier National Park, they hiked Christian Women's Retreat along wildflower and huckleberry-strewn terrain and part way up the mountain Mr. Wiggins led a worship service in the mag- nificent outdoor sanctuary, near to the heart `God's Woman in Tune' of God. Verona Schnibbe October 19-21, 1990 Camp MiVoden 5n the future fifi the Hayden Lake, Idaho mysteries that hew have annoyed and disappointed us will be Retreat brochures are available mark plain. We shall see that in all UCC churches or contact: Londa our seemingly unanswered Upper Columbia Conference • P.O. Box 19039 • Spokane, WA 99219 pnzyers and disappointed hopes (509) 838-2761 have been among our greatest blessings. Ministry of 51e-afing, p. 474 16 News October 15, 1990

`Enfeebled and defective as it may appear, the church is the one OREGON object upon which God bestows in a special- sense His supreme regard. Acts of the Apostles, p. 12 McMinnville Members Enjoy Annual Campout Violet Brown did it again! She arranged for the McMinnville Church members to take their RVs, tents or other camping equipment and spend a weekend at Drift INCOME FOR LIFE. Creek. On Friday evening, following a rousing song service and fireside vespers, everyone GUARANTEED. retired and was lulled to sleep by the sound of the rushing stream and the soft zephyrs whispering through the trees. Sabbath morning found everyone ready If you are planning income sources for the future, look at the for Sabbath School — all departments benefits of a Charitable Gift Annuity. represented. Pastor Don McEune sat on a • Income at a high rate of return—every year log to teach the adult lesson. During the interim between Sabbath School and for the rest of your life; church, the Pathfinders presented a skit of • Partial bypass of capital gains taxes; "The Wise and Foolish Virgins:' Pastor • Partially tax-free income; Mike Wilson brought the 11 a.m. message. • Current income tax savings. Following the potluck dinner, people spent the afternoon walking along the trails A GIFT or resting and visiting. The children loved IF You ANNUITY playing in the water. Are Pays The Sabbath was closed with another 65 years of age 7.3% songfest around the campfire. Mary S. Necker 70 7.8% 75 8.5% 80 9.6% Canyonville Church Welcomes New Pastor On top of this return and the tax benefits (money in your pocket Members of the Canyonville Church today!)—the charitable nature of the Gift Annuity offers you a way to welcomed their new pastor, Jim Brown and provide important support for qualified charitable organizations. his wife Bonnie, recently in a local park. After an evening dinner, members of the church presented musical numbers in the For free information on all the benefits of the Charitable Gift park ampitheater. The last event of the eve- Annuity, complete and return the coupon below. Or, if you'd like to ning was a skit involving all of the new discuss this approach to income for life, we welcome your call. members of the church. A train was arrive at 8 p.m. with the new pastor and his wife as well as the new members. According to r the skit the train broke down and each Please send me, without obligation, information about the advantages of a member was asked if he or she had seen the Charitable Gift Annuity. pastor. Finally the pastoral couple drove up in a Name restored Model A Ford owned by Fred and Address Ruth Harder. Martha Harder headed the Social Committee that organized the event. City State Zip Birthdate Spouse's date of birth L J . . . Tie greatest battle that Upper Columbia Corporation was ever fought by man is the Estate Services P.O. Box 19039 surrender of self to the wilt of Spokane, WA 99219-9039 God . . . (509) 838-2761 Thoughts Firm the Mount of Blessing, p. 141 NPUC Gleaner News 17

Excellence In Teaching Recognized

By Jay E. Prall fided Ed Starkebaum. "My own daughter has learned the basics very well. Her teacher Five Oregon Conference teachers have not only talks about the theory of religion, been honored with Excellence in Teaching but involves them in projects that makes Awards and checks for $1,000. This year's outreach practical:' TOUCH THE FUTURE honorees include Wanda Balmer (Milo Teri Boyatt has joined the growing ranks Elementary), Teri Boyatt (Tualatin Valley of women principals within the Oregon Junior Academy), Joanne Carlisle (Portland Conference. When nominated she was Adventist Academy), Darryl Comstock teaching eighth grade at Portland Advent- sor for the Student Association. (Central Valley Junior Academy), and Joan ist Elementary School. Today you will find "Joanne is totally unselfish in the giving Oksenholt (Lincoln City Junior Academy). her leading the team at Tualatin Valley Jun- of her time and energies to her students and Established during the 1988-89 school ior Academy and teaching junior high to the school:' observed Molstead. "She year by a financial endowment from classes as well. regularly invites students to her home for Thomas and Violet Zapara, the annual In nominating Boyatt, Linda Usher, board committee meetings and social events. It award program recognizes teaching ex- member, noted that "teens need teachers is her desire that students see Christ in her cellence among Adventist K-12 teachers in who understand that growing up isn't easy, teaching and in all of her relationships with church schools throughout North America. when the right choice may not be the easy them and with other teachers — and they Award recipients are nominated by local one to make. This teacher leads her students do:' church members or fellow staff members to high level thinking and helps them Principal Darryl Comstock also knows and judged by the conference's K-12 Board choose the very best roads to take:' the challenges of being school administrator of Education. Joanne Carlisle's academic load covers an and student educator. His responsibilities Wanda Balmer has proven that running astounding range of responsibilities at also extend to the five churches that make a one-room school with up to 21 students Portland Adventist Academy, explains Prin- up the Central Valley Junior Academy con- spread over almost all elementary grades cipal Dick Molstead. Miss Carlisle, as she stituency. does not diminish educational quality. is called by her teen admirers, teaches John Martinsen, board chairperson, high- "I am very impressed with her ability to sophomore English, directs the school's lighted Comstock's quest for academic and work with all age groups and abilities:' con- special education program, and is the spon- spiritual excellence for his students and peers. He can often be found spending time after school to ensure that his students understand the newest concept in algebra or to give them extra time learning com- puter skills. Joan Oksenholt has nurtured a major transformation of the Adventist school in Lincoln City. During her tenure as principal a new school has been built and the aca- demic program has been extended from nine grades to full junior academy status. Oksenholt is exemplary in her communi- cations skills both in the classroom and in the community, according to Dr. Bob Sproed, school board chairperson. "She spends many hours making her classes a positive learning experience; students and parents love and respect her. Because of her continued efforts, the school also enjoys a positive relationship with the local public schools:' This year's recipients of the Zapara awards are symbolic of the teaching excellence throughout Oregon's educational system. Pictured, left to right: Cecil Roy, superintendent of education; Wanda Balmer; Teri Boyatt; Joan Oksenholt; Kendall Butler, education department assistant; Joanne Carlisle; and Anita Molstead, Jay E. Prall is director of Communications associate director of education. Darryl Comstock is not shown. for Oregon Conference. 18 News October 15, 1990

est it is cloudy, cold and raining. Fortunately WASHING'T'ON on this Sabbath the sun began to shine through the fog and by 10:15 a.m. it was quite warm at the meeting place. It is a yearly practice for the Elma Church members to camp here near the end of Elma Church Members August. Besides being an occasion for Have Annual Campout fellowship and spiritual refreshing it has been a good witnessing opportunity. As the Dr. Dale Johnson of the Conference Adventists sing by the campfire for Sabbath Education Department gave the Sabbath vespers, many non-member nearby campers worship hour sermon at the annual Elma gather around as curious spectators. They Church Campout at Schafer Park near the ask such questions as, "Why are these peo- Satsop River. ple so happy?" Normally at 10 a.m. near the rain for- Cathy Armstrong Beierle

Announcing the New Sea-Tac Adventist Church Beginning Services Now Attend This Sabbath Surprise Proposal Kelly Dunn was baptized recently in the Meets at: Woodinville Church. This was no surprise since Sunnycrest Elementary School he and Christy Bariel were co-leaders of the church's teen group CLUB, (Christian Leaders 24629 42nd Ave. South Under the Bible). They are both paramedics. Kent, Washington (near 1-5) The surprise came after the baptism when Dr. Dale Johnson was the guest speaker at the Kelly called Christy to the platform and asked annual Elma Church campout. her to bring a stuffed teddy bear he had given Call for information her a month previous. In true paramedic form he pulled out a scalpel 839-0770 and asked Christy to make an incision along the Green Lake Church To bear's back seam. Christy found there a note A Newly Planted Church of proposal. by the Northwest Evangelism Institute Have Lecture Series They were to be married on Sunday, Oct. 14. which is based in the Federal Way Church Lisa Ulrich The 1990 Fall Lecture Series, to be presented by the Green Lake Church of Seventh-day Adventists Oct. 26 and 27, will feature Dr. Patricia L. Wismer, assistant pro- fessor of theology at Seattle University. Dr. Wismer's theme will be "Finding Hope in the Midst of Suffering:' The first lecture, "Why Me?" — Being Angry at God" will be presented Friday eve- ning at 7:30. On Sabbath morning she will be the featured guest in a get-acquainted in- terview conducted by C. Richard Johnson, beginning at 9:30. The church service at 11 a.m. will feature the topic "Only the Suf- fering God Can Help:' Following a potluck dinner in the downstairs auditorium at 12:30 (visitors welcome), Dr. Wismer will continue at 2:30 with her presentation of "Coping and Hop- ing: Practical Suggestions." The final event of the weekend will be the traditional social

The unstudied, unconscious Everson VBS influence Of a holy fife is the Coordinators of the Everson Vacation Bible School enjoy a break after working with 42 children. most convincing sermon that can They include Debbie Gnewuch, coordinator and her helpers, Donna Luke, Renee Rocke, Toni Petch, Jo Byma, Susan Forgey, Wilma Cowin, Doreen Fillion, Janice Doyle and Jack and Bunny Everett. be given in favor of Christianity Participants in the five-day program included Pastor Clarence Shepherd and Wilhelma Cowin. Acts of Apostles, p. 511 NPUC Gleaner News 19 gathering and discussion at 7:30 Saturday Committee Profile evening, location to be announced. Dr. Wismer was awarded her Ph.D. "with Joan Case of Olympia, is one of the six distinction" from the Divinity School of the lay members of the Washington Conference University of Chicago in 1983. Her Executive Committee, which is comprised theological interests center around the of six lay members, six pastors and the three Christian understanding of the human per- conference officers. son. For several years she has focused on the Mrs. Case serves in a number of leader- question of suffering, attempting a synthesis ship positions in the Olympia Church. She of traditional Christian perspectives with has also served on the Constitution and Joan Case contemporary psychology. Her talk last Bylaws Committee and been a delegate of autumn on "The Outer Limits of a Pro- the North Pacific Union Conference con- gressive Faith" at the Fourth National Con- stituency meeting. ference of the Association of Adventist Her growing up years were spent in Ne- teaching English and Keyboarding I at Forums, hosted by Green Lake Church, was braska, Texas and Oregon where as a teen- Olympia Junior Academy. published in Spectrum. ager, she became an Adventist following the She also cares for the accounting, payroll Curt Lacy example of her mother and other family and business taxes for the medical office of members. She attended Walla Walla Col- her husband, Ronald Case, M.D. They have Washington Baptisms lege and Loma Linda University where she two sons, Edward, a pre-med sophomore at received a B.A. degree. She is a certified Walla Walla College, and Brian, a 10th Lacey. Pastor Gary Fogelquist baptized English and business education teacher grader at Olympia Junior Academy. David Mullback, Danielle Bullard and Ione Darby recently in his last official act as pastor of the congregation. He and his wife Debbie and their Washington Conference ..m.s children, Jeremy, Jeffrey and Sheri are mov- #11L011//1011‘,C ing to Bremerton where he will be the pastor. Evangelism Costs too Much? Sandy Baybarz By Roy A. Wesson

"Elder Fetrick, would you be willing to Ellen and Ken prayed that her mother would share an experience from one of your attend the meetings. How excited they were evangelistic meetings? I need to write an ar- when Ila agreed to come with them. They ticle for WASHINGTON CONFERENCE hardly missed a meeting. ADVANCE:' "With their local pastor, Walter Nuessle, we "Roy, I would be happy to do that. By the visited Ila in her home and asked her if she wanted way, has anyone ever said to you, 'Evangelism to be baptized. Her response was a prompt and costs too much?" enthusiastic, 'I think it's about time!' " "Well, Bob, I get that feeling from some "Praise the Lord, Bob:' of our members sometimes. Why?" "Yes, Ila says about her baptism, 'It was the "Let them talk to Ellen Hulse. After our most peaceful and happy experience of my life!" Revelation '90 meetings in Port Orchard, she "Of course, Roy, you can see now why Ellen Elma. Two people were baptized by Pastor Tom told me if anyone asks that question to see her, says, 'If someone says Evangelism costs too James. From the left are Linda Longland, Pastor James and Amy Lane. since her mother, Ila Anderson, was baptized much, you just send them to me.' " Cathy Armstrong Beierle following that series." "Praise the Lord, Bob, 40 years is a long "Sounds like a story, tell me about it:' time to pray for someone:' "Ellen became a Seventh-day Adventist when Thank God for WASHINGTON CON- she met and married her husband, Ken Hulse. FERENCE ADVANCE as it does play an And then, because they both felt a special important part in providing funds for Evan- burden for her mother, Ken and Ellen made gelism. Ila the subject of many of their prayer times WASHINGTON CONFERENCE AD- over four decades." VANCE is people helping people. "Did you say four decades?" Are you supporting WASHINGTON "Yes, and for her part, Ila did not sense any CONFERENCE ADVANCE on a regular special need to seek Bible studies or attend a basis? Revelation Seminar. Her life was full as it was. Ramona and I again want to invite you However, from time to time she accompanied to join with us in seeking the Lord's direc- her sister, Lula Jacobsen (mother of Don tion each payday asking God what He wants Jacobsen, Oregon Conference president), to us to do in regard to our giving for tithes, church services. Several times she even stood local church budget, missions and WASH- in response to a call for special consecration. INGTON CONFERENCE ADVANCE. She shared with me after her baptism that she Will yoti not join us? Port Angeles. Pastor Mike Edge baptized six people including his son Greg. From the left are 'did it with tears in my eyes, yet I never went Krisie Stovall, Juanita Marquette, Joshua Ley, forward with my decision.' " Roy A. Wesson is Washington Conference Pastor Edge and his son Greg. Not pictured are "When Revelation 90 came to Port Orchard, treasurer. Julie Heil and Donna Smith. Karen Joy Kramer 20 News October 15, 1990

What? Leadership Training Seminar Who? Youth Leaders and Family Life Coordinators When? October 19-20 Where? Sunset Lake Camp Martin Weber, author of the 1990 evangelistic book of the year — Hurt, Heal- ing, Happy Again, will be guest presenter for the general sessions. The seminar is designed to equip those who attend by providing concepts, resources, and opportunities to share ideas and concerns in each area of ministry. We urge all Youth Leaders and Family Life Coor- dinators to pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and be a part of this special training opportunity.

Shelby Bible School As most kids know, VBS means crafts, games, and stories. But VBS this year in Shelby added something new to the curriculum. Our church aisles rang with the shouts of David and Goliath, Nebuchadnezzar and Pharaoh as our church youth and task force workers from Mount Ellis Academy Students Participate acted out Bible stories and other skits. Sixty-four children attended. A week later, many of the same children and their parents came back to the church to see the film, "Sammy;' which had been planned In Health Program as a VBS follow-up. Cheryl Holloway Montana Conference schools are teaching students a practical health message by helping them be their Physical Best. Physical Best is a K-12 program that stresses health-related fitness by focusing on aerobic Churches Hold Retreat capacity, flexibility, muscular strength, en- durance, and body composition (body fat and lean weight). By Ruth Rosich of the Butte congregation, featured a ser- Students and teachers are tested at the mon by Conference President Perry Parks. beginning of the school year in reference The churches of Southwestern Montana Among the 85 people in attendance were to the above areas, and then are encouraged held their annual spiritual retreat at St. many with musical talents who participated to set personal goals for the year. At the end Timothy's Chapel, high on a mountain in the Sabbath School, worship service and of the term, students are tested again to overlooking picturesque Georgetown Lake. in an impromptu program following the determine how they did in meeting or ex- The non-sectarian chapel was built to com- fellowship luncheon. ceeding their goals. memorate the death of a son by his parents. Among those who presented musical During the school year, teachers assist the Once a year the churches of Butte, selections were a quartet composed of Jerry students in reaching their fitness goals, in Anaconda, Hamilton, Dillon, Deer Lodge, Brusett, Helena, and Anaconda residents accordance with one of the purposes of Helena, Basin and Boulder meet to spend Glen and Phyllis Kenison and Dr. Zac Diess. Adventist education: Physical fitness a day of spiritual refreshing. This year the The Johnson family from Basin contributed leading to good health and a vigorous Helena Church conducted the Sabbath as well as the Senners from Deer Lodge lifestyle, with the subsequent benefit of School and enlisted the help of Lorraine Valley and a ladies' group from Hamilton. clear and healthy minds. Carpenter of Boulder as superintendent. Steve Pawluk The worship service, under the direction Ruth Rosich writes from Butte, Mont.

MEA Seniors Rank High in ACT Scores Mt. Ellis Academy's class of 1990 has the distinction of being the class with the highest American College Testing (ACT) scores in our union. According to data pro- vided by Doug Botimer of Walla Walla Col- lege, these students scored 17 percent above other college bound seniors nationally. The faculty and staff of Mt. Ellis Academy are One of the many musical Pastor Bill Lindeman wel- pleased to continue to provide an outstand- numbers was given by Dr. Zac Bob Tiffin, Helena, presented corned the guests to the annual ing Christian education to their students. Diess, Anaconda. a nature story. convocation. Steve Pawluk NPUC Gleaner News 21

Mount Ellis Alumni of support qualified MEA for an $8,000 class of 1945, whose class agent is Lorelei Exceed Fund Goals challenge grant from Philanthrophic Ser- Saxby of Novato, Calif., and an additional vice for Institutions (PSI) of the General class performance award of $500 was given Friends and alumni of Mt. Ellis Academy Conference. for the work of the class of 1956, whose class have enabled the school to successfully Additionally, because of 100 percent par- agent is Helen Dahl of Bozeman. meet the institution's annual fund goals for ticipation by the graduating class of 1990, Many thanks to those who have con- 1989-1990. A goal of $21,300 to be given an additional $500 was awarded by PSI. A tributed to, and continue to support, Mt. by 460 alumni was met and exceeded by class performance Award of $750 was given Ellis Academy. $400, given by 463 alumni. This high level to MEA for the development work of the Steve Pawluk ADVENTIST I- EALTH SYSTEM/WEST UltraSound Scanner Installed at WWGH A new generation ultrasound scanner is now available at Walla Walla General Hos- pital that can let physicians see inside the body in greater detail than ever before. Featuring color doppler capabilities, this scanner is the first in the area with this technology. The scanner, a color-flow Toshiba SSA- 270A Phased Array Scanner, will give bet- PORTLAND ADVENTIST MEDICAL CLINIC ter visibility of internal organs, vessels, and GRESHAM TROUTDALE babies still in the womb — resulting in more &a,e KozneK 8 A,,QC accurate diagnoses. For Information Call 661-1305 Commonly used for obstetrical purposes, the new ultrasound scanner has color cap- abilities which provide important informa- tion about the placenta and the cord, according to Paul Conklin, manager of PAMC Opens New Area Clinic WWGH's General Imaging Center. Portland Adventist Medical Center's Gresham-Troutdale clinic opened its doors recently. The clinic, The scanner also is used for diagnosing located on 257th (Kane) Ave. in Troutdale, Ore., replaces the Hood Center clinic and allows for the vascular diseases. "It provides a great im- relocation of offices for Clare Koznek, D.O. Physical therapy, x-ray and laboratory services are available provement in its ability to diagnose narrow- at the family practice clinic. The 5,000 square-foot, $500,000 building has mom for three physi- cians and can be expanded to add seven more later. ing of blood vessels due to the new color During the second week of operation, Dr. Koznek treated 17 new patients. "It's an excellent loca- doppler technology;' says Tim Blackwelder, tion;' says Dennis Rouse, assistant director of clinics. "A lot of traffic goes by and some of our new M.D., radiologist, who will be performing patients saw our sign and stopped in:' studies using the scanner. Shauna Allen In an evaluation performed by the Na- tional Institute of Health, the Toshiba SSA-270A scanner was singled out as the system of choice over all other competitors for their own future studies. The new scanner arrived this month, and GENERAL is manufactured by Toshiba, the largest ultrasound manufacturer in the world. Conklin says tests run using the new ma- NEWS chine will be done at the same price as those done by the older machine. Tests on the new machine are scheduled Adventist Is Winner Christmas Giving Can with a physician's order through the General Imaging Center. DeLona Bell In Primary Election Be Better with Books Sandy Caban, a member of the Puyallup, A most satisfying holiday event is in Wash., Adventist Church, won the primary having a Christmas Eve Adventure. This n proportion to the election for Washington State Representa- happens when you and your spouse call on enthusiasm and perservemnce tive, District 25, on Sept. 18. your neighbors a few evenings before with which the work is carried She is the Family Life coordinator for her Christmas to wish them a "Merry local church. She is also the ongoing Christmas:' forward, wilt the success be program coordinator and leader for the Give them a neatly wrapped copy of given. Prophets ani7Cuujs, p. 263 Breathe Free programs in a Puyallup Pretenders to the Throne. When you have hospital. already read the book you can, with en- 22 Announcements October 15, 1990

thusiasm, tell how you enjoyed it. thrilling practice of sharing this book with Adventist literature in their homes. The When you buy 20 or more copies at the neighbors during the holidays can open ABC has additional suggestions for mak- Adventist Book Center the cost is no more doors to Christian friendliness and love. ing your Christmas Eve Adventure a mean- than a personalized Christmas card. The Rarely is the gift of a book refused. ingful experience. message of the book will have, by far, a All church members should live where Andy Running much greater blessing for the reader. The they are surrounded by neighbors who have NPUC ABC Coordinator

ANNOUNCEMENTS Women's Ministries Correction Tutors Needed The Seventh-day Adventist Lan- About The Idaho Conference Women's In an article in the Sept. 17 issue of the GLEANER Ruth Ann Wenzel was guage Institutes of Korea are inviting Announcements Ministries Committee will hold a cen- retired individuals who may have an tral district meeting on Oct. 20, at the erroneously identified as being from Lack of space and an Wenatchee, Wash. She makes her interest in serving as language tutors Boise Central Church beginning at 1 to contact Pastor Harold Brown, abundance of announce- p.m. A potluck will be held prior to home in Yakima, Wash. ments makes it impossible to Associate Dean, SDA Language In- the meeting. Babysitting will be stitute of Korea, 287-1 Hwlkyung run any announcement provided. more than one time. SEARCH Telecast 2-long, Dangdmemoon-gu, Seoul The meeting agenda includes an ex- 130-092, Korea, for more details and planation of the mission of Women's SEARCH, a telecast presented by for information on the benefits avail- Ministries, a discussion of the needs The Quiet Hour, is being brought back able to those who serve. WWC Alumni and interests of women in the Idaho to KSTV, channel 11, Tacoma, Wash. The Tillamook, Ore., Chapter of the Conference and three seminars. Sem- The program is heard Sundays at 7 a.m. Singles Bulletin Walla Walla College Alumni Associa- inar topics are: Choices — Becoming tion will meet on Sabbath, Nov. 17, a Woman of Faith; The Difference Be- Pitcairn Visitors Singles who would like information at 1 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the tween Men and Women; and Dysfunc- about activities in the Northwest will Tillamook Adventist Church School, tional Relationships. Attendees will be Tom and Betty Christian from Pit- want a copy of the Oregon Adventist cairn Island will be guests of the Santa 4300 12th St., Tillamook. asked to fill out a Needs and Interest Singles Bulletin. It is ready to be The meeting will feature a potluck survey. Barbara, Calif., Adventist Church on mailed soon. For a copy contact Mar- Friday evening, Nov. 9. Sabbath serv- dinner and a presentation by Jack Berg- For information concerning the cen- cia Miner, Rt. 2, Box 335A, LaCenter, ices will feature a number of church man, past president of WWC. Berg- tral district meeting, contact Alix WA 98629. Phone (206) 263-2557. leaders. man will also speak for the 11 a.m. Mansker at (208) 375-9623. church service at Tillamook. Church Dedication For more information, contact Sid- Seminar Parenting The Mountain Home, Idaho, ney and Nancy Rittenbach at (503) A free Parenting Seminar will be 842-5735. The Gladstone Park Church, 1475 Adventist Church is planning a church Ohlson Rd., Gladstone, Ore., will host held Sabbath, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m., in the dedication celebration on the weekend a "Communication: Key to Relation- fellowship hall of the Hood View Ad- of Oct. 26-27. An open house for the Sunnyside Concerts ships" Seminar on Nov. 3 at 2:30 p.m. ventist Church, 26775 S.E. Kelso Rd., community takes place on Friday Boring, Ore. Leading the discussion with speakers Harvey and Kathy Cor- followed by the dedication on Sabbath Three concerts open the 1990-91 will be Shirlee Lacy, Portland-area Concert Series at the Portland Sun- win, Family Life directors for the for the new sanctuary. For information Oregon Conference. Either in the psychologist, a mother, grandmother call (208) 366-2355, or (208) 587-3956. nyside Adventist Church. On Oct. 27 and teacher. the Oregon Chamber Ensemble will workplace or in the home, no one is immune from problems or conflict. In Topics to be presented are important present the first concert at 8 p.m. The to all who deal with children and Adventist Singles members of this ensemble, horn, violin this class you will hear: healthy ways of dealing with conflict; how to build especially relevant to young parents: Adventist Singles Ministries invites and piano, are all members of the Your Child's Self-Esteem, How to Talk Oregon Symphony. up relationships rather than tear them singles to spend Thanksgiving at Camp down; speaking and listening skills; to Your Children So They Will Listen, David Jr. on the shores of Lake Cres- On Sunday, Oct. 28, at 8 p.m., an and How to Raise Your Child for instrumental trio will present its first and transparent communication be- cent, west of Port Angeles, Wash. tween husband and wife/parent and Christ. Come for food, folks and fun. Limited Portland concert. The trio consists of Child care will be provided. For in- Ron Cafferky, violin, Jeffrey Kaatz, child. For further information contact to the first 100 singles. For reservations Pastor Terry Zull at (503) 655-2614. formation phone 663-5611. call Rick Winans at (206) 473-9013. cello, and Jon Robertson, piano. Recycling — Another free class will Admission to both of these concerts be held at 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 29, is free. It Is Written on Recycling and Solid Waste Disposal Adventist Singles by Judy Wyers, Counselor, METRO Ethical Dilemmas You are invited to watch "Fatal Sur- Service District No. 8. Adventist Singles are invited to join prise the Harry Orchard story, on the other area singles for the annual Crazy Daze Fall Party on Oct. 27 at the You are cordially invited to the 12 It Is Written telecast on Sunday, Oct. Gospel Concert annual Ethical Dilemmas of Our Time 21, 8:30 a.m., on Portland, Ore., Chan- Portland, Ore., Tabernacle Church, 26 S.W. Condor Way. Wear something seminar which will be held at 7 p.m. nel 12. The Abundant Life Singers will pres- Friday, Nov. 2, and 2 p.m. Sabbath, ent a gospel concert during the Sab- crazy, inside out clothes, backwards or Nov. 3 at the Sunnyside Adventist bath worship hour, Oct. 20, at the crazy hats. Church in Portland. Instruments Wanted Spokane South Hill Church, S. 5607 The guest ethecist will be David Lar- A program of musical instruction on Freya, Spokane, Wash. Missing Members sen, Ph.D., from Loma Linda Uni- the high school level is being in- versity. For further information call augurated at West Indies College in Idaho Singles Addresses are needed for the follow- (503) 252-8080. Jamaica. At present students don't ing members of the Veneta, Ore., begin to learn musical instruments un- A new chapter of Adventist Singles Church: Douglas L. Bean; Pauline C. til they reach college level. Ministries will be meeting Oct. 20 at Brooks; Brenda and James M. Shaw; Unused musical instruments in good the Caldwell, Idaho, Adventist Delores L., Ina M., Sherrie L., Susie condition, as well as sheet music, Church. Sabbath services will be L. and Windy M. Woody; Brenda L. should be sent to Marilyn Anderson, followed by a fellowship dinner, an in- Wiuff and Leo C. and Cyril S. Young. chairperson, Music Department, West formative afternoon and an entertain- Send information to Pamela Walter, Indies College, Mandeville P.O., ing evening. For information call (208) 92118 Territorial Rd.; Junction City, For your non-Adventist friends Jamaica, West Indies. 459-6761. OR 97448.

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NPUC ASI Meeting Kan.; and Denis, a student at Andrews University. Because of double booking, a change PEOPLE IN has been made in the North Pacific Nils Lee is the new manager/treas- Union ASI Convention. It is now urer of the NPUC Home Health Edu- scheduled at the Enzian Convention TRANSITION cation Service. Center, Leavenworth, Wash., April Born in Jamestown, NY., he has an 11-13, 1991. associate arts degree in accounting WWVA from Montgomery College, Rockville, - Md. He first worked for the denomina- Missing Members Don Schafer has returned to tion in the General Conference in the Addresses are needed for the follow- WWVA after taking one year off. He Adventist World Purchasing Depart- ing people: Larry Benedict, Sr., Larry was able to finish his master's degree in ment from 1978-1984. He then was Benedict, Jr., Sonja Clements, and Linguistics at the University of Wash- assistant treasurer of the Columbia Brian Cabatic. Information should be ington. Union HHES until this year. Ellis Miler sent to Esther Porter, Church Clerk, Schafer teaches Algebra 1 and 2, Ad- His wife Trudy Lee Ann is a medi- 136 River Rd., Blackfoot, ID 83221. vanced Math, and German. He also cal secretary and was born in Takoma helps sponsor the freshman class and Park, Md. The Lees have three children, the ASB. Dean and Tracy Tupper have ac- Addresses Needed cepted the call to pastor the Newport Justin, 8, and Eric and Erin, 6. and Diamond Lake churches. The Tup- The Oregon Conference has been pers previously pastored in Valdez, unable to contact the following persons Alaska; Batesville, Ark.; New Orleans, who are members of the Conference La.; and most recently in Mandeville Project PATCH Church in Oregon. and Hammond, La. Monte and Roselie Nystrom have Jim and Violet Barnes, Naomi F. Pastor Tupper has a B.A. degree in joined Project PATCH as supervisors Corliss, Erik A. Felkley, Marvin L. Theology from Walla Walla College of Project PATCH's Garden Valley Fleshman, Becky M. Jackson, Kim L. (1985) and a M.Div. degree from An- Ranch. The Nystroms come from Mt. Lee, Allen Marcus, David Musselman, drews University (1988). Mrs. Tupper Ellis Academy where Monte has taught Mercedes G. Ward. is a registered nurse. for the past seven years. They and their Information on any of these in- The Tuppers were married on Aug. children, Brandon, Chrissy and Aus- dividuals may be sent by mail to Ore- 30, 1981. They have three children. tin, will be living at the ranch develop- gon Conference Membership Records, The twins, Sarah and Michael are 20 ing the program. Monte is a graduate 13455 S.E. 97th Ave., Clackamas, OR months old and the new baby Chris- of Walla Walla College with Industrial 97015 or by telephone (503) 652-2225. Don Schafer tine is just three months. Arts and Theology majors. Roselie Those for whom no means of contact graduated from Union College as a reg- can be established will be viewed as istered nurse and Loma Linda Univer- "missing members" with recommenda- Michael Cook is the new Bible sity with a Master of Public Health tion to drop their names from teacher at Walla Walla Valley Academy. degree. membership. He previously taught Bible for three years at Portland Adventist Academy, two years as assistant boys' dean at Milo Academy, and one year in the Oregon Youth Department working with Gary Rust. Cook, who is from Redding, Calif., STAR graduated from Walla Walla College with a major in Religion and a minor in P.E. His interests include all sports, GAZERS reading, and playing the guitar.

In the morning, in the southern Tracy and Dean Tupper skies, at 1V4 hours before sunrise look for Aldebaran (of Taurus — SW — Roselie and Monte Nystrom with more than Y2 way up), Mars (SW — 2/3 Brandon, Chrissy and Austin. way up), Rigel (of Orion — SSW — more than Vs way up), Betelgeuse (of NPUC Orion — SSW — more than Vz way up), Sirius (of Canis Major — S — Vs Dale R. Beaulieu has joined the way up), Procyon (of Canis Minor — staff of the North Pacific Union Trust WWC Services as an associate. He was for- SSE — 1/2 way up), Pollux (of Gemini Solomon Wako will join the Walla merly treasurer and Trust Services — SE — Y4 way up), Jupiter (ESE — Walla College social work/sociology more than Vz way up) and Regulus (of director of the Atlantic Union Con- ference. department this fall as an associate pro- Leo [Sickle] — ESE — more than Vs fessor. Both he and his wife Lorene, way up). In the northern skies, look for are Wako will teach social work policy graduates of Columbia Adventist Capella (of Auriga — W — near sky Michael Cook and services as well as research courses. Academy. After graduation from Walla center), Deneb (of Cygnus — NNW — He comes to WWC from Indiana- Walla College in 1962 he served four near the horizon), the dippers and Purdue University at Fort Wayne, Ind., months as a business intern in the Cassiopeia. UPPER COLUMBIA where he coordinated the master of NPUC office. In the evening, in the southern skies, social work program. Ellis Miler has accepted a new assign- Beaulieu began his work for the at 1V4 hours after sunset look for Vega Wako completed his bachelor's de- ment as associate pastor for the College church as treasurer at Laurelwood (of Lyra — WSW — more than Y4 way gree at Newbold College in England. Adventist Academy. He later worked up), Antares (of Scorpius — SW — Place Village Church with specific By 1979 he completed three master's in similar positions at Gem State near the horizon), Saturn (S — Vt way responsibilities for the Northside Com- degrees at Andrews University in Adventist Academy and Blue Moun- up), Altair (of Aquila — S — nearly 2/3 pany in Walla Walla. He has previously Michigan: master of arts, master of tain Academy. He has worked in the way up), and Fomalhaut (of Piscis served in the Carolina, Missouri and divinity and master of social work. In treasury department of several con- Austrinus — SE — near the horizon). Upper Columbia conferences. Most 1984 he received his doctorate from ferences including Potomac, West In the northern skies, look for Arcturus recently he has been the associate pastor Western Michigan University. (of Bootes — WNW — well above the for the Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Church Virginia, Southeastern California and horizon), Capella (NNE — near the ho- where he has served since 1984. Upper Columbia. He also served in the Marilyn Schwisow Montenegro rizon), Deneb (of Cygnus — E — near Pastor Miler graduated from South- southeast Asia Union Mission. will join the Walla Walla College sky center), the dippers and Cassiopeia. ern Missionary College in 1970 and was Mrs. Beaulieu was born in Nak Nek, social work/sociology department this ordained to the gospel ministry on June Alaska, and is a secretary. The family fall as an assistant professor. Information supplied by Earl L. 14, 1975. He and his wife Joyce have includes three children: Richard Kevin, Montenegro will teach general Shepard, Pendleton, Ore. been married for 42 years. Arlington, Texas; Joanne, Kansas City, courses in sociology and social work as 24 Announcements October 15, 1990 well as community services and social The next day the couple were guests in the Sequim, Wash., Adventist work with children. She comes to `We cannot be half at a luncheon and program in Portland. Church on Sept. 2. WWC from the Mental Health/Men- The Lloyds were married Sept. 10, Paddock, a native of the Olympic tal Retardation Services of Texas, where the Lord's and half the 1940, in Rosemead, Calif. They met Peninsula, practiced medicine in she was a clinical social worker and a when he was a junior medical student Tacoma before moving to Sequim in group and family therapist. world's. We are not and she a surgery supervisor. After 1956 where he was in medical practice Montenegro completed her bache- God's children unless we graduating from Loma Linda Univer- until his retirement in 1982. The cou- lor's in Hispanic social services at sity Medical School in 1942, he in- ple are active in church and com- WWC in 1979. She received her mas- are such entirely. terned at the Washington Sanitarium. munity affairs in Sequim. The Paddocks have two children, ter's in social work from the Univer- p. 44 He practiced a year in Vancouver, sity of Washington in 1982. steps to Christ, Wash., and then in Portland until Christine, who is admitting supervisor 1974. The couple then went to Puerto at Providence Hospital in Anchorage, Rico for a short term. Alaska, and Bruce who is employed by Many guests attended from out of the They have five children, Karen Bell Telephone in San Francisco. area including Mrs. Cumbo's father, 97 Lloyd, Portland; Judy Storfjell, Berrien years old, from Phoenix. Springs, Mich.; Barbara Knight, The Cumbos were married on Sept. Hinsdale, Ill.; James Lloyd, Cherry Reception Given MILESTONES 23, 1940, in Takoma Park, Md., and are Valley, Calif.; and Fred Lloyd, members of the Wenatchee Church. Redlands, Calif. Edward and Elizabeth Ellison celebrated their 60th wedding anniver- UPPER COLUMBIA sary on Aug. 26 at their home near OREGON Wed 60 Years Tacoma, Wash. The reception was given by their children Bill and Janice Golden Wedding Henry and Madeleine Bernhardt, Ellison, Dora and Harry Bumard, and Hawaii Trip Molalla, Ore., celebrated their 60th Isabelle and Lawrence Morris. More than 90 friends and family The children of Lee and Myra Hoff- wedding anniversary on Aug. 19 with The Ellisons were married Aug. 24, members gathered on June 17 to cele- a reception held in the Molalla Com- 1930, near Ellensburg, Wash. They are brate the 50th wedding anniversary of man, Gaston, Ore., accompanied them munity Services Center which Bern- former members of the Tacoma Cen- Halsey and Arlene McCart, residents on a two-week vacation to the Hawai- hardt helped build and where his wife tral Church and are current members of Moses Lake, Wash. ian Islands and gave them a luau din- ner in honor of their 50th anniversary is the Community Services leader. in Puyallup. The celebration was hosted by their Hosting the event were the couple's children and their spouses, Pat and of their Sept. 5, 1940, wedding. Present for the dinner were Dr. Ted sons and their wives, Mr. and Mrs. Charlene Harrold, Yreka, Calif.; Doug- Everett Bernhardt and Mr. and Mrs. las and Del McCart, Ketchikan, and Linda Mackett, Redlands, Calif.; Tim and Juice Thomas, Carmichael, Edward Bernhardt. They were married Alaska; and Wayne and Sharon Sear- on Aug. 16, 1930. son, Spokane, Wash. Calif.; Ken and Julie Hoffman, Tillamook, Ore.; Beverly and Megan Helping the couple celebrate was Church, Captain Cook, Hawaii; Scott Mrs. Bernhardt's 94-year-old mother, Church, Florence, Ore.; and James and D'Ella Elmer. Marilyn Graham, Tillamook, Ore.

Edward and Elizabeth Ellison

Wed 60 Years Lloyd and Naomi Cain, Auburn, Arlene and Halsey McCart Wash., were married on Sept. 6, 1930, in Crow Wing County, Minn. A Madeleine and Henry Bernhardt celebration in honor of their 60th wed- ding anniversary was held in conjunc- Lee and Myra Hoffman Garden Reception tion with the annual Cain family Virgil and Florence Cumbo, Wenat- reunion July 22 in Olympia, Wash. chee, Wash., celebrated their 50th Special Weekend The event was hosted by their wedding anniversary on Sept. 16 at a WASHINGTON children and their families; Arline garden reception at their home. Their A special weekend in honor of the Hall, Delta Junction, Alaska; Joyce daughter, Linda Ravassipour and son 50th wedding anniversary of Stan and Wed 50 Years Chase and Louella Bohlke, both from and daughter-in-law Roger and Sheila Pearl Lloyd was held in the Estacada, Auburn, Linda Cronkhite, Eatonville, Cumbo and their niece, Pamela Kester- Ore., Adventist Church on Aug. 18-19. Dr. and Mrs. Leland Paddock cele- Wash.; and Donald Cain, Sumner, son, Phoenix, Ariz., planned the oc- Members of the family led out in the brated 50 years of marriage with a Wash. One son, Jim Cain, Port Arthur, casion. Sabbath School and church services. reception hosted by their two children Texas, was unable to attend.

Virgil and Florence Cumbo Pearl and Stan Lloyd Dorothy and Leland Paddock Naomi and Lloyd Cain

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Sunriver — Enjoy both summer and winter activities in Sunriver, Ore. 3 Be a Missionary. NORTH PACIFIC UNION bedrooms, 3 baths, completely furn- Send Signs. SUNSET CONFERENCE DIRECTORY ished, plus washer and dryer. Contact Bob or Sandy Punmey. (503) 476-8891 TABLE 10225 E. Burnside or after 5 p.m. (503) 476-1866. Mail Address: P.O. Box 16677 (P 15, 5, 19) PERSON-'TO-PERSON Standard Time Portland, OR 97216 Daylight Saving Oct. Oct. Nov. Nov. Phone: (503) 255-7300 Stan and Emma's Affordable Advertisements for this section are Time 19 26 2 9 Hawaii: hotels, condos, guest rooms. accepted from North Pacific Union Anchorage 6:36 6:16 4:56 4:38 President Bruce Johnston All islands. Seven nights Waikiki Conference single adults only. Each ad Fairbanks 6:16 5:51 4:27 4:04 Secretary Paul Nelson budget package, from $519, including must be accompanied by a letter from Juneau 5:43 5:24 4:07 3:51 Treasurer, ASI .... Robert L. Rawson airfare and hotel. Box 808, Kaneohe, an NPUC Adventist pastor indicating Ketchikan 5:38 5:22 4:06 3:52 Undertreasurer L F Rieley Hawaii 96744. Free information (808) that the person is an NPUC member Boise 6:55 6:45 5:35 5:26 Legal Counsel.... David R. Duncan 239-9940. FAX 1-808-239-7224. in good standing. La Grande 6:01 5:49 4:39 4:29 Pocatello 6:42 6:31 5:22 5:13 Church Ministries (P 17, 1, 15) The charge for each ad is $16.50 per insertion for 50 words or less, 60e Billings 6:22 6:10 5:00 4:50 Coordinator.. Thomas M. Ashlock Gleneden Beach House for Rent — for each additional word. Payment Havre 6:22 6:10 4:58 4:47 Associate E Wayne Shepperd 6 blocks from Salishan. Total ocean must accompany the ad. There is no Helena 6:35 6:23 5:12 5:02 Communication Ed Schwisow Miles City 6:10 5:58 4:38 view, sleeps 8, cable TV, phone, com- billing. 4:47 Education Don R. Keele Missoula 6:42 6:30 5:19 5:09 Associate, Secondary plete kitchen, dishwasher. Day or If you wish to respond to an advers• Coos Bay 6:28 6:17 5:07 4:59 weekly rates — for further information tisernent, the following rules apply: You Medford 6:24 6:13 5:04 4:56 Curriculum call (503) 663-5114. (P 15, 5, 19) must be an NPUC member in good Portland 6:19 6:07 4:57 4:47 Associate, Elerrtentary standing and must attach a letter from Pendleton 6:03 5:52 4:41 4:32 Curriculum Erma Lee Oahu. Studio condo on Makaha your pastor indicating this. These let- Spokane 5:55 5:43 4:31 4:21 Certification beach. Sleeps 2. Completely furnished ters are kept on file. If a person has Walla Walla 6:01 5:49 4:38 4:29 Registrar ElaineReiswig with kitchen. Pools, laundry, many ex- advertised or responded to an ad in the Wenatchee 6:07 5:54 4:43 4:33 Evangelists Eliseo Briseno tras. Golf, tennis nearby. $25/day. $40 past, it isn't necessary to send an addi- Yakima 6:09 5:57 4:46 4:36 Leighton Holley cleaning fee. Monthly rate available. tional pastoral letter of approval. Bellingham 6:13 6:00 4:49 4:38 Hispanic Coordinator. Eliseo Briseno (907) 276-8754 evenings, weekends. The GLEANER assumes no re- Seattle 6:14 6:02 4:51 4:41 Home Health Education Office (P 1, 15, 5) sponsibility as to the marital status of Add one minute for each 13 miles west. Subtract Manager Warren Gough respondents or advertisers except that one minute for each 13 miles east. Treasurer Nils Lee Waikiki, Oahu: 1-bedroom vacation they are North Pacific Union Con- Human Relations, condos, completely furnished, with kit- ference members in good standing. E Wayne Shepperd chen, telephone, TV, pool, store, laun- Put your letter to the individual in Information Services derette, parking. Near beach, churches, a stamped, sealed envelope and place Eugene H. Lambert busline, sleeps 4, minimum 4 nights. the identification number on the out- Associate John S. Lawson 1-4 persons $60 a night. Call 1-808- side. Put this letter in another en- ADVENTIST Associate Charles A. Smith velope and mail it to Person to 737-4048, Hawaii Condo Reservation Ministerial Paul Nelson Center 3480-2 Waialae Avenue, Person, GLEANER, Box 16677, Port- IS land, OR 97216. 00K Publishing Honolulu, HI 96816. Please put your FULL NAME and Home Health Education Service (18, 16, 6, 20, 3, 17, 1, 15, 5, 19, 17) RETURN ADDRESS on ALL enve- CENTERS Director Melvin R. Lyon lopes you send to us. We do not for Associate Maui Condominium for Rent. Religious Liberty... Richard L. Fenn One/two bedroom units, fully fur- ward unmarked mail. Alaska 6100 O'Malley Road Assistant Diana Copeland nished. Pools, tennis, golf nearby, sandy #670 Anchorage AK 99516 Loss Control Del Sudds beach. For information and reserva- Widow, young 72, 5'2", 106 lbs., (can (90346-2378 Trust Leonard Ayers tions contact Crandall-Nazario Condo, relocate) attractive, energetic and good 1-800-478-2222 Associate Dale R. Beaulieu 726 East Chapel Street, Santa Maria, health. Would like to correspond with a Idaho Treasurer L. F. Rieley CA 93454. (805) 925-8336 or 925- gentleman between the late 60's and 70's. 7777 Fairview 0812. (20, 3, 17, 1, 15, 5) He must be a Christian, good health — Boise, Idaho 83704 Local Conference Directory one who is a good driver. (15) Central Oregon Coast — Cozy log 208) 375-7527 ALASKA—Ronald Watts, president; 1-800-524-2665 home, completely furnished and out- #671 W.C. Brown, secretary-treasurer; 6100 O'Malley Road, Anchorage, fitted. Great for family or study groups. Forty-four-year-old gentleman, health Montana 1425 West Main Street AK 99516. Phone: (907) 346-1004. Nice. (503) 761-0157. physicist, particle physicist, prophecy scholar, artist, singer, romanticist, desires Bozeman, Montana 59715 IDAHO—Steve McPherson, president; (18, 16, 6, 20, 3, 17, 1, 15) to meet a refined, benevolent, thoughtful, (406) 587-8267 Russell Johnson, secretary; Reuben Sun Valley — a super fun and relax- adventurous, romantic woman (32-49) 1-800-433-5333 Beck, treasurer; 7777 Fairview, ing place any season. 1 or 2 bedroom who is willing to follow truth wherever Oregon Boise, ID 83704; Mail Address: P.O. class A condos. (208) 345-3944. it may lead. Dependents O.K. (15) 13455 S.E. 97th Ave. Box 4878, Boise, ID 83711. Phone: Clackamas, Oregon 97015 (18, 16, 6, 20, 3, 17, 1, 15) #672 (208) 375-7524. (503) 653-0978 MONTANA—Perry A. Parks, presi- Colorado Vacation? For you and the Dedicated Christian, professional W/F in early 40s. Cute, petite, energetic and fun- Toll-free number for ABC orders dent; John Rasmussen, secretary- family. Come to Filoha Meadows near loving. 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Enjoy a Vacation at the Beach. For little one on my way from the washroom, College Place Branch UPPER COLUMBIA—Jere Patzer, Rent: 3-bedroom, 2-bath con- we exchanged a glance, I took my turn 508 S. College Ave. president; David Parks, secretary; at the drinking fountain, hesitated and dominium in Lincoln City, Ore. Good P.O. Box 188 Ted Lutts, treasurer; S. 3715 Grove reluctantly walked away. I hope you will beach access, daily and weekly rates, College Place Washington 99324 Road, PO. Box 19039, Spokane, completely equipped for cooking, write and give me this opportunity to (509) 529-0/23 know you. (15) WA 99219. Phone (509) 838-2761. sleeps 10. Contact Claudia Blair, (503) Washington WASHINGI ON—Lenard Jaecks, presi- 254-5101, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. #674 20015 Bothell Way S.E. dent; Dennis N. 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(15) Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Place, WA 99324, (509) 527-2122 Sundays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. e ' ° °ENGAGED COUPLES RETREAT INN AT EAGLE CREST ° in Central Oregon • * • Prom- JANUARY 18-20, 1991 • ises Sponsored by - • • The Oregon Conference Family Life Department to with Harvey & Kathy Corwin Couples will experience: God's will for their lives; Keep A deeper friendship together. Some activities you may enjoy include: Golf, tennis, a pool and jacuzzi, biking, skiing, full sports center, and much more. by Rhonda Graham RHONDA GRAHAM Located just 8 miles from the Bend/Redmond airport. Men and women will have separate sleeping quarters. Jana and Alex are in love. Jana's parents Cost is $149 per couple. This includes: Two nights don't approve. Can Jana keep her promise to lodging, all meals, and seminar materials. Couples Alex and still have her parents' love? may be engaged or considering engagement. 96 pages. 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