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HAT IS THE MOST difficult love for humans is so much selfless love, determination, mountain to climb — Everest greater than my own. This commitment, humility, or Calvary? For me, I’d have to painful truth has driven me strength and courage say Mount Calvary stands out to Calvary, to reflect again needed to climb Calvary’s as the most difficult mountain on the victory of Jesus mountain was so great, we to climb, not just in the world over death, pain, sickness, will be talking about it for all but in the universe. Only one suffering and heartache. eternity. person ever conquered that Jesus’ path to Calvary What was it about mountain: Jesus Christ. required Him to humble God’s character that Jesus Like many of you, my Himself. The Son of God came to reveal? There’s a personal world has been very became a lowly human in challenging this year. COVID-19 order to help you and me has affected our family, causing begin to understand God’s intense emotional pain. The true character. The pure pain has driven me to my Lamb of God, the One who knees. The pandemic and the never sinned, became sin for shift away from face-to-face us. It cost Him His life. The ministry AUTHOR John Freedman have given me pause to consider the ways I love and relate to other people. I’ve realized that, when it comes to reaching others, I have so much to learn. God’s story in the Old Testament compassionate, kind, loving, Reflect on His life. Talk about to work. We can confidently that illuminates the answer. truthful and always seeking His accomplishments and hold tightly to the only One Moses asks God, “Show me to glorify His Father. what He has done for us. who can save us: Jesus. His your glory.” God then reveals This small reflection Ask for the Holy Spirit, who victory becomes our victory. His character, saying, “The on Jesus always blesses my guides us to the truth about When our heart is emptied of Lord, the Lord God, merciful soul. It shows the attitude Jesus. Read the living Word of self-reliance, the Holy Spirit and gracious, longsuffering, I am called to have toward God and gaze on the One who fills the void with Christ’s and abounding in goodness God’s children, regardless of is full of grace and truth. Make divinity. The Holy Spirit and truth, keeping mercy for whether someone is a fellow Jesus the focus of life. imparts the life of Christ in thousands, forgiving iniquity member or not. In this issue, During the Last Supper, us, empowering us to love and transgression and sin …” we’re looking at ways we Jesus said, “Love another as with a God-sized love. When (Ex. 34:6,7). can more effectively foster a I have loved you … love one the world sees that, they will As I think about this culture of sharing God’s love. another. By this all will know know we are His followers by in the light of our Great As a church we’re facing that you are my disciples, our love. Commission, Jesus gives challenging times in light of if you have love for one us a road map for effective COVID-19. Many churches another” (John 13:34–35). A John Freedman evangelism during the across the Northwest are life worth living is one where NORTH PACIFIC UNION pandemic. He was selfless, closed today, and members we love Him who first loved CONFERENCE PRESIDENT are asking, “How do we find us and have love for one the way forward?” another. The only life worth When asked, “How can living is a life centered in and we know the way?” Jesus surrendered to Jesus. said, “I am the way, the truth Ironically, the climb and the life” (John 14:6). up Calvary begins with us The way forward is to falling down. When we fall follow Jesus. Love like He on our knees as beggars, loves. Serve as He serves. confessing our sin and great need of a Savior, God will go ... For several minutes, he stood awkwardly in the corner of the lobby looking nervous. A few people nodded to him, but no one approached. Finally, a gray-haired saint approached with purpose.

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... For several minutes, he stood awkwardly in the corner of the lobby looking nervous.

A few people nodded to him, but no one “Young man,” she said. “We don’t come to God’s house looking like that. You should show some respect and rethink how you look.” Wordlessly, the boy spun on his heels and walked out approached. Finally, a gray-haired saint the front door. He hasn’t been back. This tragic true story forces us to ask some critical questions. What is the culture of our church? Are we a “come and get clean” kind of church or a place only approached with purpose. for the “already clean”? Does the culture of our weekly worship services and small groups invite people to “come as they are” and seek love, help and healing? Do we know how to receive broken sinners in the midst of their pain, or does the culture of our church work against people admitting their hurts and faults until they are all better? Leaders often ask me what programs can churches use to produce fully devoted disciples who are engaged in evangelism, ministry, worship and hospitality. Specifically, by S. JOSEPH KIDDER they want to know how a church can have a successful evangelism program. My answer surprises some. I’m convinced it’s better for our church to have an evangelistic culture than just a se- ries of evangelistic programs. While there are many great programs that do reach some people, there is a sense of dissatisfaction among church members, pastors and the community regarding evangelistic programming and the fact they often have very little effect on increasing local church membership.1

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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED INGREDIENTS for CHANGE HERE ARE SEVEN SPECIFIC THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP CREATE AN EVANGELISTIC CULTURE IN YOUR LOCAL CHURCH.

In a church with a program-driven 1 approach to evangelism, sharing the gos- The Gospel: The Fuel for an pel can become something reserved for Evangelistic Culture certain people at certain times, like when WE GET EXCITED ABOUT SPORTS, food and politics. In the the evangelism team goes out visiting or same way, if we want to create a culture in our churches where when the church organizes public evange- it’s natural for members to talk about the gospel message with listic meetings. Culture, on the other hand, non-Christians, then we need to help our members fall deeply refers to the way of life of a group of peo- in love with Christ. The gospel message is the fuel that feeds an ple — the behaviors, beliefs, values and evangelistic culture. symbols they accept, generally without It is imperative that we understand and display the beauty thinking about them and that are passed of the gospel message. When we truly grasp the depth of our along by communication and imitation sin, the wonderful holiness of God, the perfection of Christ and from one generation to the next. the depth of His suffering for us, the power of His resurrection, The heart of evangelism is taking the and the gift of eternal life for all who repent and believe, our time to know people so we see past the affections, love and commitment for Christ will grow (Col.3:1–17). stereotypes, imperfections and our own The gospel says that we don’t have to evangelize in order ideals of what they should look like or how to earn God’s love. It is the job of the Holy Spirit to convict and they should act — as modeled by Christ in save. Remember that when someone rejects the gospel they are the New Testament. rejecting God, not you — His messenger.

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2 3 Love and Acceptance: The Atmosphere of an Prayer: The Power of an INGREDIENTS Evangelistic Culture Evangelistic Culture EVANGELISM SEEMS a hopeless task. How are we going to equip and for CHANGE A FEW YEARS AGO, I was in the middle of a sermon. I encourage people to call spiritually dead people to embrace life? A was pressing the point that God, in Jesus, was inviting church sharing the gospel must be committed to prayer. us home. I was talking about how it felt to be far away “The Saviour knew that no argument, however logical, would melt from home and desperate to get back. Suddenly, in hard hearts or break through the crust of worldliness and selfishness. the middle of my sermon, a woman stood straight up He knew that His disciples must receive the heavenly endowment and said loudly, “I want to come home!” (the Holy Spirit); that the gospel would be effective only as it was She was weeping. I stopped preaching, walked proclaimed by hearts made warm and lips made eloquent by a living over to where she was and put my arm around her. knowledge of Him who is the way, the truth, and the life. The work Right then and there, I asked everyone to join us in committed to the disciples would require great efficiency; for the tide prayer as she spoke directly to God about where she of evil ran deep and strong against them. A vigilant, determined leader was in life and what she needed from Him. was in command of the forces of darkness, and the followers of Christ The following week, a longtime church member could battle for the right only through the help that God, by His Spirit, brought up the incident from the previous weekend. would give them.”2 “Things like that have no place in church,” she said. In prayer, we go to the Lord with a confession of our insufficiency “That was awkward and embarrassing and out of for evangelism and His sufficient strength. God alone can make the order for church worship service. Besides, I have seeds we sow spring up to eternal life in their hearts. more religion in my little finger than what she has in Prayer for each other and our loved ones should happen every day her whole body.” of the week, not only on Sabbath. When we do gather as a congrega- I was shocked and didn’t know how to respond. tion to pray, make certain corporate prayers include praying for the But I was impressed to share with her how Jesus lost. Be sure these prayers are done with an attitude of concern and longs to embrace us rather than condemn us (John not condescension. The culture of the church becomes decidedly more 8:1–11) as we anoint Him with overflowing worship evangelistic as the prayers are infused with a burden for those who are and bathe His loving presence with our tears of not followers of Jesus Christ. repentance (John 12:1–3). One gentleman who tried for years to reach his daughter for Christ Many will leave a church that is judgmental and through reason and arguments was convicted of his need to pray unloving, but few will leave a church home in which instead. Through prayer and opening his heart to the internal workings they feel accepted. Acceptance of the gospel will of God, his daughter noticed changes in him. This led her to want to lead us to love and accept others regardless of who know more about the God who could transform her father and brought they are. her back into relationship with them both.

9 september/october 2020 4 6 Training: The Blueprint for an Friendship: The Glue of an Evangelistic Culture Evangelistic Culture A FOURTH INGREDIENT is training, the blueprint for an evangelistic FRIENDSHIP IS FORMING relationships that lead to culture. We want our churches to have an evangelistic culture rather than a better understanding of each other. Friendship is merely evangelistic programs. That doesn’t mean there is no place for breaking bread together, being a shoulder to cry on, church leaders to organize and equip people to share the gospel. In fact, a listening ear and a cheerleader. It is about rejoicing a love for the gospel and prayer will motivate Christians to want to be in personal victories and holding each other up when trained in ways of witnessing and for a lifestyle of evangelism. things fall apart. It is bringing cookies and casseroles While evangelism will come naturally to some people in your congre- to your neighbors. It’s building awareness of other gation, there will be many people who love the gospel and pray faithfully people and seeing them with the love of God’s eyes. but still need to be equipped to share the gospel. Learn how to pursue and share the gospel with Paul gave us a formula that has endured the test of time: “And the friends, family, co-workers, classmates, roommates, things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust etc. Christians are usually less fearful of sharing the to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others” (2 Tim. 2:2). gospel with people they know than with people they Paul is training Timothy, Timothy is training his leaders, and those leaders don’t. Seventy-five percent of those who come to the are training the next generation. Lord and the church come as a result of friendship Devote time and resources to help your members find their own evan- evangelism.3 gelistic voices. Once the process and principles are clear, people can use Commit to the people you are ministering to. It the context and circumstances to best witness to each individual. can take up to three years after the first contact with someone before they are ready to commit to Christ.4 Because unbelievers are exposed to the gospel through the everyday relationships and interactions they have with Christians, we are instructed to make 5 the best use of our time around seekers, acting wisely, speaking graciously and giving informed answers Lifestyle: The Heart of an about the gospel (Col. 4:5–6; see also 1 Peter 3:15–16). “The example of Christ in linking Himself with the Evangelistic Culture interests of humanity should be followed by all who PAUL REMINDS US to live a lifestyle conducive to evangelism: “I urge you preach His Word and by all who have received the to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble gospel of His grace. We are not to renounce social and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort communion. We should not seclude ourselves from to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace” (Eph. 4:1–3). others. In order to reach all classes, we must meet So how do Christ-centered churches develop a culture of discipleship, them where they are. They will seldom seek us of their evangelism and mutual care? Paul admonishes that we are to “share with own accord. Not alone from the pulpit are the hearts God’s people who are in need. Practice love and hospitality.” These are of men touched by divine truth. There is another field what Christians do by virtue of being citizens of Christ’s kingdom. We “live of labor, humbler, it may be, but fully as promising. It is as citizens worthy of the gospel,” which means “striving side by side for the found in the home of the lowly, and in the mansion of faith of the gospel” (Phil. 1:27, my translation; cf. 3:20). the great; at the hospitable board, and in gatherings Lifestyle is not programs; it is building uplifting and supportive relation- for innocent social enjoyment.”5 ships on the basis of love and hospitality. Canceling some programs and Do not be satisfied with confining the gospel encouraging members to take the time to prioritize their schedules based proclamation to the church building, which places the on what it would look like if Jesus was in charge of their time might give burden upon the seeker to come to us for the gospel the members more opportunity for discipling and evangelism. Challenge message. Rather we are to go to them. members to devote three to four hours every week in community ministry. Additionally, make sure there are social activities on the calendar that are welcoming to the unchurched.

10 september/october 2020 CREATING A CULTURE 7 OF EVANGELISM Testimonies: The Model and Inspiration CONCLUSION of an Evangelistic Culture A CULTURE OF EVANGELISM involves both spiritual CREATE A CULTURE RIPE for evangelism through the renewal and intentionality in all areas of life. There regular use of testimonies. Even in a church with a regu- is no program that creates an evangelistic culture. lar attendance of 25 adult worshippers, there are enough Instead, it requires teaching, modeling and praying until stories to fill every Sabbath service for an entire year! we realize that sharing the gospel is our privilege and Start listening for stories you know would be appropriate responsibility. to share and would increase the culture of evangelism. A church with such a culture will be far more fruitful Every one of us has a story of redemption and God’s work than a church with even the most effective programs in our lives. and strategies. We want evangelism to become the Testimonies don’t have to be reserved for church ser- normative experience of every believer in our churches vices to inspire others to live out an evangelistic culture. and for them to share the gospel in the context of their Tim was married to a Christian woman but not everyday relationships. interested in Christianity for himself. His wife, Michelle, spent much time throughout their marriage praying for his heart to be softened and sharing new understandings The next time a weary soul walks about Jesus. One Sabbath, after several years of trying to across your path or into your influence her husband for God, Michelle was shocked to see Tim standing in the baptismal tank ready to make a church lobby, even if they don’t look commitment for Jesus. like you, I pray they will find the A church member who had befriended Tim years heart of Jesus. I pray they will find before had recently been studying with him because Tim wanted to know more about the Jesus his wife was welcoming balm for their aching talking about. Tim is one of many for whom conversion heart. I pray they will find a home. has been more of a slow process than a quick 180- degree turn. We are often the most passionate about things at by S. Joseph Kidder the point of discovery, so people just coming to faith are often in the best position to speak. They still have a wide circle of un-churched and de-churched friends and are filled with the awe and excitement that comes from new- ly meeting Jesus. Their passion and witness could lead to revival!

1. Even with a renewed focus and push for evangelistic programs over the past few years, the Adventist Church only had membership growth of 1.5% in the North American Division from 2012 to 2013 per the 2014 Annual Statistical Report as found at http://www. adventiststatistics.org/ (accessed Aug 21, 2014). 2. Ellen G. White, Acts of the Apostles, (Mountain View, CA: Pacific Press, 1911), p. 31. 3. S. Joseph Kidder, The Big Four: Secrets to a Thriving Church Family, (Hagerstown, MD: Review and Herald, 2011), p. 116.

4. Jesus’ Methods: Befriending and Relationships, retrieved on 05/6/2014 from http:// www.internetevangelismday.com/relationships.php. 5. Ellen G. White, The Desire of Ages, (Mountain View, CA: Pacific Press, 1898), p. 152. CONNECT WITH NORTHWEST ADVENTISTS ONLINE Join the thriving community sharing daily inspiration and encouragement, bringing us all closer together. Discover more today!

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13 september/october 2020 Sticky BBQ Glazed Meatballs

S SUMMER TURNS INTO FALL, comfort foods turn more hearty. As the seasons change, it’s easy to get caught in a food rut. All the hearty, creamy soups and pasta dishes can be so delicious, but the point is it’s nice to switch things up. That’s where these meatballs come in. These sticky meatballs are different. They’re saucy, flavorful and oh so ver- sitile. You can make a big batch of these in advance and freeze them. They’re great for potlucks, family get-togethers and sharing with friends. They’re quick and easy to make, and the sauce is so addicting. I usually make these after having made a pot of lentils for another meal, making sure to set aside enough lentils for this recipe. Makes about 30 meatballs. Serves 6–8 people.

INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: MEATBALLS » Measure and mash or purée the lentils. » In a large bowl combine the lentils, chopped onion, 1 ¾ cup cooked lentils crackers or bread crumbs, nuts, sage, and salt. Mix 4 eggs together and taste for salt. When satisfied, mix in the 1 medium onion, chopped fine eggs and let the mixture rest. 1 cup soda crackers or bread crumbs, finely » In a separate bowl, stir together the barbecue sauce ground and marmalade and set aside. 1 cup grated cheddar cheese » Roll or scoop the mixture into balls and pan-fry. ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped fine Depending on the size of ball there should be around ½ teaspoon sage 30 meatballs. ¾ teaspoon salt » After frying, arrange the meatballs as a single layer in a SAUCE baking dish and cover with the sauce. ½ cup barbecue sauce » Bake at 350 F for 40–45 minutes. 1 12-ounce jar of pineapple-apricot marmalade

Let’s eat! These are great to serve at a party. Take them out of the oven, cool for 20 minutes or so, and serve with toothpicks. My family loves them with roasted or smashed potatoes and green beans. However you choose to enjoy them, just know they won’t last long!

Jennifer Wintermeyer, NPUC food editor and columnist

RECIPE NOTES » If you are refrigerating these to serve soon, cover the meatballs with sauce, cover the dish and tuck in the refrigerator. » If you are freezing this dish for later, do not cover the meatballs with the sauce. Wait until the meatballs are completely cool in the dish, cover the dish and freeze. To bake, remove from the freezer 25–30 minutes to let them thaw before pouring the sauce over them. Then bake as directed. » Want to serve them with a different sauce? These little guys will take what ever sauci- ness you throw at them. These are delicious with marinara sauce, a mushroom cream sauce or a spicy ginger-sesame glaze.

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HISPANOSUCC – IGLESIA ONLINE (Y ALGUNOS POR CONFERENCIA TELEFÓNICA)

legó la plaga y nos necesidad de desarrollar dos recomendaron dejar ministerios relevantes para la de congregarnos época: HispanosUCC y Haz en los edificios … de tu Casa Una Iglesia. Ambos Pronto supimos que esto fueron posibles por la Gracia de Lsería largo y tedioso. Los Dios y el tremendo apoyo del El grupo de oradores para la The group of speakers for the pastores Hispanos, junto con Departamento Hispano de la Semana de Reavivamiento online spiritual emphasis week. los Administradores de UCC Unión y la Administración de Espiritual en linea. y el vice presidente Hispano UCC. de la North Pacific Union Hoy día, la mayoría de medios simultáneamente, con la congregación madre ya Conference comenzaron las iglesias adoran online, el objetivo de ministrar al que los grupos han llenado la a reunirse en Zoom cada los predicadores se muestran pueblo Hispano en el contexto vida de sus miembros en una mañana para orar por el experimentados en la diverso de la región de Upper forma efectiva que llena el bienestar integral del pueblo predicación en vivo en línea y Columbia. Transmite a diario corazón y alimenta el alma con (su salud, trabajo, familias, los líderes de grupos pequeños diferentes programas 7 a.m. protagonismo espiritual. Los hijos, educación, finanzas, aprecian la bendición de haber y 7 p.m. y sábados 9 a.m. y grupos pequeños han servido viviendas, etc.). Luego de hecho de “su casa una iglesia.” 7 p.m. (Ministerio familiar, como medio de adoración orar por la seguridad holística Los dos ministerios que de hombres, de jóvenes y congregación así también del pueblo cada mañana, se están transformando nuestra (NextGen), de mujeres, de para cumplir la misión en el analizaba el desafío en cada forma de Hacer Iglesia son: escuela sabática, seminario de contexto de “UNO MAS.” área de la región con los predicación y estudio de la colegas, se adaptaban las ideas HispanosUCC Biblia, así como evangelismo Walter Pintos-Schmidt, Upper y se desarrolló la nueva forma El ministerio de media, co- público y énfasis espiritual). Columbia Conference multicultural de hacer iglesia. En pocos días ordinado por el Pr. Cristian director

cada colega iba encontrando Barrera junto a un equipo Ministerio de Grupos v formas diferentes de ministrar de pastores que se destacan Pequeños Pastor de la iglesia hispana de sus distrito junto con sus líderes en diversas áreas de media y El templo esta cerrado pero Hermiston, Hugo Villalobos, de iglesia local, poco a poco diseño gráfico. Así como otros un buen número de congrega- bautiza a una joven adulta, Paola Hernandez, en el Rio “cada uno comenzó a hacer lo que cooperan en predicación, ciones se reúnen en grupos Columbia en Umatilla, Oregon. suyo en lo que terminó siendo evangelismo y programas pequeños. El Ministerio de lo nuestro.” diversos. Grupos Pequeños lo coordina En poco tiempo se HispanosUCC transmite el Pastor Yonisbel Osoria. Lle- organizaron dos semanas de diariamente desde la misma va dos años en proceso y tiene énfasis espiritual en la que ciudad donde en 1970 naciera un buen número de líderes y predicaron ocho pastores la obra Hispana de UCC, congregaciones participando locales, nuestro vice presidente y Granger, Washington. de este ministerio enfocado Ministerial de Union, Dr. César HispanosUCC al momento en “hacer de cada casa una De León y nuestro Presidente cuenta con más de mil iglesia.” Minnervino Labrador Jr. suscriptores en Facebook Las iglesias que Durante la semana sentimos y cerca de dos centenas en comenzaron con este el apoyo, la motivación del YouTube; mueve un audiencia ministerio antes de la pueblo y la alegría de poder promedio de 500 a 1000 cuarentena se han visto muy congregarse en el éter. Esa pantallas por programa. beneficiadas. Algunos líderes experiencia determinó la Transmite por múltiples comentan que no extrañan

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he COVID-19 plague and developed new ways to HispanosUCC coordinator and has been train- arrived, and it was continue doing church. In This a media ministry coor- ing our group leaders and their recommended we just a few days, each pastor, dinated by Christian Barrera, small congregations for the past cease congregating along with their leaders, had pastor, and his pastoral team, two years in the skills of “mak- Tin our church buildings. We developed creative ideas to who have excelled in the areas ing each home a church.” quickly figured out this was serve his district. Slowly, every of graphic and media design. Those churches that going to be long and tedious pastor who started out doing Other team members have joined this new ministry before experience, so our Hispanic “their own thing” became part contributed with preach- the COVID-19 restrictions pastors, along with their of an “our thing” collective ing, evangelism and diverse have felt very blessed indeed. Upper Columbia Conference ministry project. programming. HispanosUCC Some group leaders have administrators and the North Two spiritual emphasis transmits daily programming shared they don’t miss the Pacific Union Conference vice weeks were quickly organized. from the same city — Grang- mother congregation since president for Hispanic ministry Eight local pastors, NPUC er, Washington — where the their home-based groups have began to meet every morning vice president César De León Hispanic work in UCC began filled the life of their members on Zoom to pray for the and UCC president Minner in 1970. They currently have in an effective way that fills integrated well-being of our Labrador Jr. preached. During more than 1,000 Facebook their hearts and feeds their people (health, jobs, families, those two weeklong series, subscribers and about 200 You- children, education, finances, our Hispanic communities Tube listeners, for a daily aver- homes, etc.). experienced the support, age audience of 500 to 1,000 After praying for the and motivation and the joy connections per program. We safety of our communities of congregating online. are transmitting simultaneous- every morning, we analyzed This collective experience ly via several platforms with the logistical challenges spearheaded the development the objective of ministering in each of our ministry of two very relevant ministries to our Hispanic community

regions, brainstormedv ideas for this season: HispanosUCC throughout our diverse Upper and Make Your Home Columbia region. Our current Christian Barrera coordinates Hugo Villalobos, Hermiston a Church. Both of these broadcast schedule is 7 a.m. the new media ministry, Spanish church pastor (right) HispanosUCC. baptizes Paola Hernandez in ministries were developed and 7 p.m. daily and Sabbaths, the Columbia River in Umatilla, by the grace of God and the 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Our 7 p.m. Pastor Christian Barrera, Oregon. support of the NPUC Hispanic programming includes a diver- el Coordinador del nuevo department and the UCC sity of topics including family ministerio, HispanosUCC. administration. ministries, men’s ministries, Today, the majority of NextGen, women’s ministries, souls with spiritual leadership. our churches are worshipping Sabbath School, seminars on Our small groups continue to online. Our pastors have preaching and public evange- provide a venue for worship become experienced online lism, spiritual emphasis, and and fellowship as well as a preachers, and our small group Bible studies. community to collectively leaders continue to experience fulfill Christ’s commission in the blessings of having made Small Group Ministry the context of our UCC “One their “home a church.” Our sanctuaries may be closed More” initiative. Two ministries in but a good number of our con- particular are transforming our gregations are meeting in small Walter Pintos-Schmidt, Upper

way of doing church during group settings. Yonisbel Osoria Columbia Conference multicultural v the coronavirus pandemic. is our small group ministries director

17 september/october 2020 ALASKA ST. LAWRENCE CONFERENCE // NEWS ISLAND ADDS TO CHRIST’S KINGDOM

n mid-March, Arctic resulting from the coronavirus, Mission Adventure volun- it was not possible. Iteer Petu “Chris” Koonooka, Tobin Dodge, Arctic elder of the Gambell Adventist Mission director, spoke Church, started Bible stud- with the conference, and ies with Ina Koonooka, 19, approval was granted for and Ila James, 17. Fear of the Chris to conduct the baptisms. COVID-19 pandemic inspired Meanwhile, Solomon made them to study in preparation to the decision to be baptized as be ready for Christ’s return. well. The date was set for May Aiden Blair (left), Melanie Seater (back center), Eli Seater (center), Each evening, the four 16, which coincided with the Joleen Seater (front center), Matthew Loop (back right) and would review two Native New birthday of the person both Jonathan Loop (front right) prepare to be baptized. Day lessons in addition to Ina and Ila were named after, regular Tuesday and Saturday which made the day even more evening meetings. The small special. BAPTISMS group continued to meet Using pots of heated during the pandemic. Some water, the church prepared GO ON DESPITE Sabbath services would be a small swimming pool that PANDEMIC just have three in attendance former Gambell Church pastor because folks were remaining Leon Ringering left behind for indoors. baptisms. During the service, a hen the 10, six young people who had Solomon Koonooka, Yupik folklore story was shared COVID-19 pan- been attending the Midnight 23, joined in the studies and and verses from Matt. 2:11–17 Wdemic hit with full force and Son Church in Kenai were also used the Native New Day and 28:18–20 and Rev. 14: 6–7 mandates for church closures baptized after making their lessons. As they neared the end were read. were announced, churches commitments in February, of the series, Ina and Ila were The water wasn’t as warm across the nation closed their shortly before all churches convicted by the Holy Spirit as hoped, but that didn’t stop doors. The impact the pan- were shut down. and chose to be baptized. Chris them. Tears of joy were shed demic made on evangelistic Three siblings from one reviewed the 28 Fundamental from grandmas, and a happy meetings that were in progress, family, two from another and Beliefs of the Seventh-day atmosphere was felt by all. The baptisms that were scheduled, one young man from a third Adventist Church with Ina three newest members of the prayer meetings and many family all gave their lives over and Ila, who were anxious Gambell Church found peace other events was devastating to to Jesus at the church. Keeping for baptism, and a request was in God. so many lives as family, friends in mind mandates for masks, made for the pastor to come and acquaintances struggled to social distancing and numbers to Gambell. However, due Chris Koonooka, Gambell Church stay safe. that could congregate, family to regional travel restrictions elder In several Alaska churches, members and a few friends the local church pastors and were able to attend the service. leaders forged ahead and came They praise God for these up with ways to continue young people who have reaching their congregation accepted Jesus as their Savior through Zoom, Facebook Live and committed their lives to and personal phone calls. For Him. those anxiously awaiting at These new, energetic home to be baptized without members are happily violating any mandates that welcomed into the fellowship were in place, Don Barnt, of the Midnight Son Church. pastor, made the decision to forge ahead with several youth Denise Tank, Midnight Son (From left) Ina Koonooka, Ila James, Solomon Koonooka and baptisms. Church head elder Chris Koonooka studied the Bible together to find peace during the On Friday evening, July pandemic.

18 september/october 2020 ALASKA NEWS // CONFERENCE DRIVE-IN CHURCH GETS WELCOME VISIT

he dark, unfamiliar SUV couple were asked how they pulled into the line of heard about the drive-in cars getting positioned church. Their response will (From left) Nofo Suemai assists Anchorage Northside pastor Jim for the start of Anchorage forever stay with Jim: “Our John as he baptizes new member Pollar Cheng. TNorthside’s drive-in church at church has been closed since the Anchorage Junior Acade- COVID-19, and so we started The Johns motioned for them and three weddings — all my parking area. This vehicle just reading our Bibles at home to pull to the side to visit quietly broadcasted on 99.9 on Sunday mornings. We longer with them. The next 30 FM through a tiny, 7-watt had never actually read our minutes of sharing, laughing radio transmitter from atop Bibles before, and we started and praying together was a a small wooden platform on wondering why we don’t gift from God and helped a grassy hill, ringed by trees keep the seventh-day Sabbath all realize the extra work of behind the school. It serves as a holy anymore. We did some organizing drive-in church reminder of what the Lord said research and found out about paled in light of the eternal to Zerubbabel: “Not by might your drive-in church. So, here results inside the (now familiar) nor by power, but by My we are!” SUV in front of them. Spirit, says the Lord of hosts” Their short testimony The frail efforts of (Zech. 4:6, NKJV). was so unexpected. They providing a COVID- definitely noticed the smiles compliant venue outside Jim John, Anchorage Northside Greeters Pollar Cheng and and excitement. The line of during the beautiful Alaska Church pastor Nofoaiga Nofoilo welcome cars was growing behind this summer has seen Holy Spirit- attendees to Anchorage special couple and their two filled gatherings of graduations, Northside’s drive-in church. small children in the SUV. baptisms, worship services had never seen before. Being able to quickly recognize a variety of different vehicles has become a new and develop- ing skill set for many church leaders ministering at drive-in church services around the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Each week at the conclusion of the worship service, the pastor, Jim John, and his wife, Darla, quickly How Indigenous head to the exit to greet and encourage their church family Alaskans Await as they leave. The unfamiliar SUV slowly pulled up to the Resurrection Ryan Radio where the pair stood waiting. Read the article online at glnr.in/115-05-ak_resurrection Read the article online at glnr.in/115-05-ak_radio After introductions, the young v 19 september/october 2020 IDAHO CONFERENCE // NEWS

BANANA BOX BARGAINS

More online at glnr.in/115-05-id_banana

HE SAYING MOST OF US HAVE HEARD — “NO MONEY, NO MISSION” — IS TURNED UPSIDE DOWN BY IDAHO’S PAYETTE ADVENTIST CHURCH. THEY HAVE A WAY TO MAKE MONEY FOR MISSION. THE BANANA BOX BARGAIN STORE IS A SOURCE OF FUNDS FOR MINISTRY WHILE BEING A MINISTRY ITSELF.

Charleen Williams, wife of the Payette Church pastor, is the one who brought the concept to Idaho. She had done the same thing in Alaska and is excited to have an even bigger store to work with now. The store provides food items Williams buys at a dis- count from suppliers because they are “less than perfect.” The items are sold to the Banana Box store at a bargain price. The community meets store staff and sees the church

Howard Williams, Payette Church pastor, is one of the many volunteers. His wife, Charleen, started Banana Box Bargains. v IDAHO CONFERENCE // NEWS

More online at glnr.in/115-05-id_banana in a positive way while saving money. Banana Box Bargains also includes a thrift store with donated clothing items. These are sold in the store but also

Charleen Williams (left) and another volunteer organize the stockroom.

worker, says he has used it The Payette Church and about once a month since he the ministry they are providing learned of the services. He tells through Banana Box Bargains a story of a woman in her 20s is a blessing to the communi- who desperately needed a place ties along the border between to stay for one night, allowing Idaho and Oregon. time to set up services through the Community in Action Danette Reitz, Vale Church program. She had been ex- member posed to coronavirus. Through the Banana Box funds, the Volunteers run the cash register. Payette Church provided a stay for one night in a motel before Ernie is one of many volunteers other agencies were able to who keep Banana Box Bargains running and providing funds to help her with housing and a help the local and neighboring job. Later Blankenship heard community. from Community in Action Volunteer Sandy cleans the that this woman had become a benches outside the store. success story. The Banana Box ministry available to help those in need also provided food to a Saint of clothing. Alphonsus patient who was The funds from the sales moving and had no food. Be- and donated clothing go to cause she couldn’t go shopping help the community. Saint after she was discharged from Alphonsus Medical Center in the hopsital, area churches and Ontario, Oregon, has been volunteers made sure to deliver utilizing their services on a food to this patient and her regular basis. Glenn Blanken- family in a town more than 20 ship, a Saint Alphonsus social miles away.

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BOZEMAN HONORS FAITHFUL LEADER More photos online at glnr.in/115-05-mt_bozeman

ichard “Dick” church caring for various things True to his character, one everlasting life” (John 3:16). If Westerberg has that needed to be done, West- of Westerberg’s first questions you live in Bozeman and have been an active erberg collapsed due to a heart when able to talk again was heard Westerberg’s testimony, member in the failure. However, God cared regarding church maintenance. you know your heart is M RBozeman Church for more for His faithful servant. Im- After a short period of time with touched by God’s goodness, than 50 years, holding posi- mediately the church member his son and daughter, he was able compassion and love. tions such as elder, deacon, Westerberg had been talking to to return to his home in Boze- Because of Dick’s life treasurer for the elementary was at his side providing CPR. man and to his church family. miracle experienced last school and Pathfinder assistant This church member happened When asked why he December and his 80th when his wife was the leader. to be trained as a first respond- has accepted so many church birthday this May, a drive- He now serves as head deacon er, and, as God would have positions, Westerberg replied, through birthday parade was and adult Sabbath School it, an ambulance was near the “Because it needs to be done.” held at the Bozeman Church teacher. He also joins a group church at that time. When asked what he loves of members who sing once a The paramedics shocked about Bozeman, he said, “The month at a nursing home and Westerberg’s heart several people and the church family.” provides a devotional thought times before it started to beat Westerberg’s message for the residents there. again. He was taken to the to the Gallatin Rest Home hospital in Bozeman, and the residents each month, and MAYRA LINDBERG prognosis was grim initially. to anyone he encounters, is, Many prayers were offered “Jesus loves you.” His message for Westerberg, and it wasn’t can be identified in one of his long before the doctor had a favorite memory verses: “For much better prognosis. Wester- God so loved the world that berg recovered miraculously, He sent His one and only Son, regaining consciousness within that whoever believes in Him a couple of days. should not perish, but have Jason and Michelle Rosen came to celebrate Dick Westerberg’s 80th birthday. RUSSELL LINDBERG Cupcakes were enjoyed in You can count on seeing Dick celebration of Dick Westerberg. Westerberg’s welcoming smile as he greets you faithfully each v Westerberg taught at Sabbath. Loma Linda University prior to moving to Bozeman. After where people could drive by or his move, he worked as a stop for a bit to greet him and physical therapist in a private show him how much his life of practice for about 12 years, at ministry is appreciated. the hospital in Livingston for 30 years, and at the hospital in Michelle Rosen, Bozeman Church Townsend for eight years prior member, and Mayra Lindberg, to retiring in 2008. Montana Conference communica- Recently, while at the MAYRA LINDBERG tion department editor MONTANA NEWS // CONFERENCE Three congregations LIZBETH GEARY band together to surprise their pastor. ABCS OF MONTANA MINISTRY More online at glnr.in/115-05-mt_ministry

CARMEN MATHIS ontana church weekly Sabbath School kids’ members are package including a magazine, finding new ways mission stories, lesson themed to share Jesus’ puzzles, coloring pages and a love during the letter from the teacher. MCOVID-19 pandemic. FIXER UPPER, MOTHER’S A GREAT POTATO GIVEAWAY ROOM EDITION A farming family had plenty One member decided this was of potatoes to share so they the best time to go in and remod- reached out to friends, a local el her church’s mother’s room. organization and their church, GOWNS AND MASKS GALORE to donate over 7,200 pounds of A member recently joined a lo- potatoes. Kyson helped his mom bake communion bread and deliver it to cal group to assist their hospital members self-isolating. and local EMS personnel with BAKING AND COOKING sure outreach happened in TOUCHING MOTHER’S DAY personal protective equipment. LESSONS the midst of the stay at home TRIBUTE Two churches created commu- directive and voted to send a A church created a thoughtful nion bread tutorials, a pastor HANDY POSTCARDS A church printed postcards mailer to their community. video celebrating, encouraging shared a doughnut tutorial and acknowledging mother- with an elementary school, to offer help to self-isolating community members. PATHFINDER PACKAGES hood experiences. and one church offers weekly The Eastern Montana Explor- healthy-cooking lessons on INTERVIEWS WITH CHURCH ers Pathfinder Club worked VIRTUAL SABBATH GREETINGS Facebook. MEMBERS very hard to provide emergen- A church shares Sabbath A pastor interviews different cy packs for individuals who greetings video from differ- COVID-19 BOOKLET SHARING members prior to the scheduled can’t make it to the store. ent families each Sabbath to The Miles City, Forsyth, Bel- service to learn how God is keep everyone connected and grade and Roundup churches leading in their lives, miraculous QUILTS OF LOVE (AND encouraged. are covering their communities answers to prayer and about MASKS TOO) A self-isolating member is mak- WEB DESIGN AND FACEBOOK with more than 18,000 pieces recent missionary experiences. of 3ABN’s new booklet titled ing and giving away masks and MARKETING “COVID 19: What’s Next?” LITTLE LIGHTS SHINE quilts locally and in other states. A church created the website Two siblings sent a special ImmunityEnhanced.com with DELIVERY TO THE RESCUE music video for their pastor to RESURRECTION SKIT information on coronavirus Another church is sharing a BRINGS HOPE treatments as well as a link to

v share with his churches. The Four siblings sent in a video Bible studies. Deb Hanen, with her husband, last stanza was not the tradition- narrative and performance of Pat, joined Montana Masks for al one: “Even in the quarantine, the resurrection story for their ZOOM AROUND THE ROOM Heroes and continues to make I’m gonna let it shine.” masks for her local hospital and church’s children story. AND MORE other organizations. Video platforms are being MASKS FOR HEALTH WORKERS SURPRISE PHOTOS IN used for children’s and adults A member volunteered to sew CHURCH PEWS Sabbath School classes as masks for Montana Masks for Three congregations taped well as for Adventurer and Heroes, and another member is member portraits to the pews Pathfinder clubs. helping press the mask straps. of the church where the ser- vices are recorded to let their ‘ON THE EDGE OF TIME’ Mayra Lindberg, Montana MAILER pastor know they are watching Conference communication v each week. One church wanted to make department editor

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GLADSTONE HOSTS VERY DIFFERENT CAMP

MEETING More more online at glnr.in/115-05-or_gladstone

he words “camp meet- Some come for the ing” have brought folks music — and are never from Oregon, Wash- disappointed. Others come to ington and beyond to be with friends — and discover Gladstone for more a new walk with Jesus during than 90 years. They come an afternoon meeting. Many for spiritual refreshment, for come to be sure their children inspiration and for Pronto will have happy camp meeting Pups. They come to pitch their memories. tents beside the same families Camp meeting, and they’ve camped beside “since especially Gladstone Camp we were kids.” They come Meeting, is part of our North- TYLOR WATTS to buy cases of Loma Linda western Adventist DNA. Young adults headed to Portland Adventist and Worthington foods at Then came Community Services (PACS) on Sabbath to hand out the Adventist Book Center’s COVID-19 — and some very food boxes (and maybe a some goodies too). yearly sales. They bring their long planning meetings. lawn chairs and sit on the front “What can we do on- Those, and several thou- for kids. Youth row to be sure and catch every line?” sand other questions, made for “binged Jesus” word of the evening speaker’s “Can Elder Rojas still be eloquent prayers and intense with Jarod Frost message. our main speaker?” conversations as conference and an incredibly leaders tackled the challenge of talented group of putting on both Spanish and teenage musi- English camp meetings in the cians. Young midst of the government’s “stay adults led their at home” restrictions. own series of The result is more than meetings and 140 separate online events that outreach activi- were viewed by thousands ties, culminating TYLOR WATTS of participants. Most of our in a “drive-in” viewers watched from Oregon worship at Gladstone. The and Washington, but many adults? Seminars, morning de- checked in from Pakistan, votionals, afternoon adventures Brazil, Panama, New Zealand, and evening worship from the Australia, France and half of Holden Center. the United States. José Rojas spoke six times Children from preschool for the 2020 Gladstone Digital through juniors did crafts, Camp Meeting, each time DICK DUERKSEN played games, sang along with words that came like “Look higher,” Rojas challenged. “Look so high that all you can see and shared stories during the bugle calls to action. “We must is Jesus. Then He will show you how to serve.” Rocky Railroad programs not do church like we have

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Each morning began with a devotional by an Oregon Conference pastor or principal. Each had amazing insights of faith to share.

EVEN KIDS GET TO ENJOY

TYLOR WATTS VIRTUAL CAMP MEETING I LOVED THE TABLETALK AFTER! WE’VE NEVER EXPERIENCED THIS WITH LIVE CAMP MEETING. I LOVED GETTING MORE OF

PASTOR ROJAS, “UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL.” — MARY LOU WESCOTT

been,” he challenged us. “God event. Food was purchased still online, ready for you did not call us to debate and ahead online and picked up to watch and share with argue, He called us to act. He in Salem on Wednesday and friends. In many ways, the from Gladstone on Thursday. 2020 Gladstone Digital The lines were long, as they Camp Meeting isn’t always are for the Snack Shack, over — it’s just begin- but Pronto Pups, shamburgers ning! and kettle corn were as tasty You can find ur family really enjoyed as ever. more information Rocky Railway! Each While many are honestly and learn about the day we looked forward to mourning the loss of in-person speakers on our website seeing familiar faces teach camp meeting interactions, at OregonAdventist.org. us about trains, animals and how others are celebrating the And you’ll find playlists of all to “Trust Jesus.” We are still chance to actually experience the camp meeting programs singing the songs and talking Gladstone Camp Meet- for kids and adults on our about the things we learned. We ing — introverts, people with YouTube page. Just search for really liked the animal drawing mobility issues, people from “Oregon Adventist.” tutorials, Zoom videos with around the world. Party Animals NW, games and Whether you found Dick Duerksen, Oregon chew-chew snacks. The program TYLOR WATTS yourself missing the crowds Conference storycatcher and kit we received in the mail from Each evening’s meeting ended or loving the quiet control of storyteller, and Krissy Barber, children’s ministries really added with TableTalk, a roundtable watching on-demand, we hope Oregon Conference communication to the fun. Though we couldn’t discussion during which online you were blessed by this year’s assistant be at our campsite in Gladstone, viewers could submit their questions and influence the Gladstone Camp Meeting. we were grateful to have a way discussion. It was a big hit. If you’d like to watch to participate virtually from home. Matthew Lucio’s seminar, Search for Thanks to everyone who made it comes challenging us to serve “Communicating Christ in “Oregon Adventist” possible! as He served.” a World Who Doesn’t Know on YouTube to It wouldn’t be camp meet- Him,” or if you haven’t yet find the camp Kristin Brooks, Gladstone Camp ing without Pronto Pups, so it been able to watch Rojas’ ser- meeting playlists. Meeting attendee and mom was decided to hold a one-day mons at the evening meetings, drive through Snack Shack it’s definitely not too late. It’s

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More online at PAA STUDENTS glnr.in/115-05-or_paa PRACTICE IN-PERSON LEARNING

ortland Adventist Peinado, PAA principal. “We Academy students have and always will follow made PAA history as state and health department Pthe first to attend in-person guidelines. As we move class during the coronavirus forward, so many things will pandemic. look different this school year. Oregon health authorities And we have to stay flexible.” began to lift some stay-home Flexibility is essential. orders in June, allowing small A day after the world history groups to begin meeting. class concluded, Oregon state One student joined class by webcam and even presented his personal history to his classmates. PAA chose the opportunity to requirements for in-person offer its annual summer world school were announced and But there was good news. made the tough decision to history course to practice and the potential for meeting Flexibility is not only essential, meet entirely online given the improve in-person learning as in-person in the fall was in but it is an advantage. uncertainty, PAA’s small size the school prepared to bring question. While much larger schools allows teachers and students students back to campus at to move from in-person to some point. Tim Erich (right) taught world history to 10 students this distance learning seamlessly. To follow protocol summer. Freshman Elizabeth Struntz (left) was one of them. She As Multnomah County’s understands how important masks are but admits it was hard to for social distancing in the get used to wearing it in class all the time. “Over the weeks, it has coronavirus cases decrease or classroom, the class was capped gotten easier,” she says. increase, students and parents at 10 students. Students and can count on high-quality staff wore masks and took education whether in the frequent breaks for fresh air, classroom or online. hand washing and surface “As Christians, we should cleaning. keep our eyes on Jesus and “It was a bit hard to recognize that this is the sign remember all the COVID that He is coming soon,” says rules at the beginning,” says Struntz. “As Christians, we freshman Elizabeth Struntz. should check in on our church “It’s hard to breathe, and your family, whether it’s in driving ears start to hurt because the by their house and waving elastic pulls. Staying at least 6 at them, calling them on the feet apart was hard [at first], phone, or praying for them. but it’s not as hard as I thought. We should work together Over the weeks, it’s gotten while we travel through this easier.” uncharted territory.” “The safety of our entire PAA family, as well as the Liesl Vistaunet, PAA Gleaner greater community is our correspondent top priority,” says Mechelle

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Much more online at glnr.in/115-05-or_baptisms RIVER BAPTISMS TUALATIN VALLEY BRING JORDAN ACADEMY HOLDS EXPERIENCE CREATIVE BALLOON DAYS haron Church and Madrigal family was Julia. imberly Clifton, balloon would be the plan for Your Bible Speaks After meeting Dottin and the fifth grade teacher the next day’s Zoom call. The SCommunity Church came members of Sharon Church, Kat Tualatin Valley Academy activities included virtual field together on Sabbath, July 11, she was convinced that she in Hillsboro, created Zoom trips to Disney World, Pictio- at Lewisville Regional Park in wanted to make Sharon her activities for her class to “end nary and Cozy Day, for which Battle Ground, Washington, church home. the year with a bang.” Usually, students came to the meeting to baptize several individuals in Julia took to social media, the end of the school year is in pajamas and slippers. the river, since churches were posting how she was not a reli- marked by special parties, Another game they played closed for the pandemic. gious person and did not trust picnics and swimming outings. was a gratitude scavenger Garth Dottin, Sharon churches because, in her expe- Though Clifton could not plan hunt. Clifton gave the students Church pastor, and Reginald rience pastors, would preach the typical celebratory activ- prompts like “find something Richardson Jr., Your Bible the Word but not live it. When ities thanks to the pandemic, that brings you joy.” Then the Speaks Community Church she found Sharon Church, her she wanted to make the end of students would bring that item pastor, along with members view of the church changed. the year as exciting as to the Zoom meeting the next from both churches, gathered She continued her testimony possible for her 19 day to share. And, of course, at the park to celebrate with before she went into the water. students. She de- the fifth grade class played the families whose who made Although the water was cided to surprise an adaptation of the the most important decision cold, the baptism candidates them with a series game show Are You of their lives — to follow Jesus were excited to become a of activities over Smarter Than a Fifth Christ. part of God’s global family. Zoom involving Grader? Sharon Church baptized This special location brought balloons. Clifton’s goal in host- to mind Mark 1:3–9, where Since distance ing balloon Zoom days for her John the Baptist was baptiz- learning began, students was to bring joy to ing the people in the Jordan Clifton has had daily their lives amidst the boredom River when Jesus came to be Zoom video meetings they might feel doing school baptized too. This was the be- with her students so they from home. She says, “I’ve al- ginning of the gospel of Jesus could chat and she could ways tried to make our Zoom Christ. spend time reading to meetings minimal them. A few weeks be- work, mostly Denise Williams, Sharon Church fore the end of the year, fun.” And espe- communication leader the students were sur- cially with the prised to see several bal- end of the year, loons behind Clifton she “didn’t feel four members from the Lopez in the video call. Over like they should and Madrigal families, and the days leading up to be stripped of all Your Bible Speaks baptized the last day of school, their fun.” Alexa High — who first met students took turns pastors Dottin and Richardson selecting a bal- McKenzie Wal- during a Black Lives Matter loon to pop. Each lace, Oregon Con- social justice march in down- balloon had a slip ference education town Portland, Oregon, on of paper listing department writer June 3. an activity. The The first member to make activity selected Much more online at their decision from the Lopez/ by popping a glnr.in/115-05-or_tva

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OREGON CONFERENCE PLANS FOR REOPENING SCHOOLS

hile the beginning of instruction style, providing of a new school excellent Christian education year always brings remains the priority for the a measure of excitement and conference. uncertainty for students and Oregon Conference staff, the start of the 2020–21 schools demonstrated their school year is like no other. commitment to supporting The 32 schools across Oregon parents and students and and southwest Washington pointing them to Jesus during in the Oregon Conference of distance learning last spring. Students everywhere are having to adapt to learning in a very Seventh-day Adventists are Elizabeth Fish, teacher and different environment. For Adventist school students, that even having to focus their attention, principal at McMinnville includes morning worship. just like public schools, on how Adventist Christian School, and attention” the Adventist Furthermore, the schools to safely start school in the fall. called each of her school school put into distance are increasing cleaning and All Oregon Conference parents over the three months learning for their children was disinfection of their campuses. schools will be following of distance learning to do exceptional. These examples Schools will also be screening a health and wellness illustrate the depth of dedication students each day upon arrival check with the families Oregon Conference teachers for symptoms of COVID-19 and offer to pray with have to students that will and closely monitoring student them. She found that even continue this fall. and staff health throughout the her community parents Oregon Conference school day. appreciated the prayer. schools have also crafted plans Although many aspects of At Sutherlin Adventist for in-person instruction to the 2020–21 school year will Christian School, teacher implement when they have change as state guidelines are and principal Karie met the criteria from their state updated, one element remains MacPhee supported each to reopen the school building. constant: Oregon Conference of her students and families The safety plans include schools’ commitment to through daily morning requirements for physical providing quality, Christ- worships over Zoom, during distancing and hygiene. centered education. Gale If you have to wear a mask or which students also had an Classrooms will be configured Crosby, Oregon Conference face shield, at least you can make them fun-looking. opportunity to pray together. differently, with certain square vice president of education, Teachers like Leanne Gainer foot minimums established per stresses, “The reason for guidelines from the Centers continually checked in with her person to encourage physical reopening our schools in for Disease Control, local Portland Adventist Elementary distancing to the maximum whatever fashion is so we can health officials and their School families to make sure extent possible. teach our precious children respective state governments. the packets she provided to her In addition to physical about Jesus.” Some schools will operate kindergartners were meeting distancing, students in grades under a hybrid model, others their learning needs. kindergarten and above, as McKenzie Wallace, Oregon Con- in-person and others via As one Oregon Conference well as staff, will be wearing ference education department writer distance learning. Regardless school parent testified, the “love face coverings or face shields.

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More online at glnr.in/115-05-or_madrone OREGON MADRONE IT'S ALL ABOUT JESUS // CONFERENCE RECOGNIZES COVID-19 MIRACLES MILO PRINCIPAL TAKES hen Oregon Conference FUNDRAISING TO Wschools had to close their doors due to the COVID-19 NEW HEIGHTS pandemic, Laura Bowlby, Madrone Adventist Elemen- ilo Adventist would allow him to sleep tary School principal, was Academy prin- safely. During the final week barely able to sleep. Madrone, Mcipal Randy Thornton went of school, he ascended to the located in Cave Junction, is A Madrone Adventist over the top in his fundraising rooftop in a manlift. a small school of 19 students Elementary student doing efforts for the senior class of Initially, Thornton recalls school work from the back seat and had struggled financially of a car in the church parking 2020. He slept on the roof of he was a bit unsettled by the even before the stay-at-home lot since he didn’t have wifi at the Milo Church the night height, but he settled in and mandate. Finding donors in home. of May 20 to fulfill a promise even worked on his laptop. He this southern Oregon commu- grader gifted $500 for scholar- made at an auction for the was picked up by a staff mem- nity that is already in poverty ships, giving “all he had.” graduating class. ber in the manlift at 6:15 a.m., seemed impossible. Then a One board member, a The scheme began in having spent around 10 hours series of miracles began for the retired missionary, reached out January when seniors asked on the rooftop. school that demonstrated God to his friends overseas and in the Thornton if, at their senior rec- The night led to more will provide even in the most U.S. to share the school’s need. ognition benefit dinner, they fundraising when an alumnus unlikely times. One of his friends, a Buddhist could auction the principal purchased Thornton’s platform At the beginning of the from Hong Kong, gifted spending a night on a roof. for $500. The money was shelter-in-place order, the $6,000 — enough to cover the He responded, “Sure, but let’s dedicated to student aid. Since board members discussed the cost of tuition for every student make this more fun. If the bid the school had a matching viability of keeping the school for a month. When asked how goes to 100 bucks, I’ll sleep funds grant, that $500 became open. School parents were he gets people to donate, the on the administration build- $1,000. losing jobs and not able to pay board member replied, “It’s ing roof.” Since tuition. Still, the board mem- basically relationships.” Those that roof is just bers all felt convicted that the relationships led to his raising one-story high, school needed to exist. Several about $14,000 from four or five Thornton pro- board members personally people. posed sleeping donated scholarship money. The local church increased on the roof of Then a former student of its financial aid to the school. the three-story Bowlby’s came with a check Despite the church being closed dorm if the bid for $2,000. A current seventh to in-person meetings, church went to $300. members have also faithfully If it went as dropped off their “Lamb’s of- high as $500, fering” for school support each he would sleep Sabbath afternoon. on top of the The outpouring of sup- tallest roof on Randy Thornton, Milo’s port from Bowlby’s school, campus — the church. principal, spent the night on church and local community When auction night the roof of the Milo Church. brought her from anxiety at came, the “principal’s night Thornton says people are the beginning of the pandemic on the roof” item did not already “signing up to sleep on to rejoicing. “I just feel like all sell quickly. So the students the roof next year.” these miracles are God telling went table to table, collecting Laura Bowlby, principal at us that our school is here for a enough funds to buy the prin- McKenzie Wallace, Oregon Con- Madrone Adventist Elementary, purpose and He is not ready for cipal’s challenge for $500. ference education department writer has seen astonishing miracles it to be done,” she says. Thornton prepared for provide support for the school his night on the church roof and its students during the Much more online at coronavirus pandemic. McKenzie Wallace by building a platform that glnr.in/115-05-or_milo

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UCC ‘SEARCH AND RESCUE’ REACHES

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his year’s Upper Columbia Conference Camp Meeting was unusual but power- Hook was on the guitar. afterglow to ask questions Together they shared the love and make song requests. The ful. “Search and Rescue,” held virtually of Jesus through song. Their audience felt like they were talents were phenomenal as there because of YouTube and at the Spokane Valley Church in east- they performed many songs by Facebook chat. Venden was ern Washington, was attended by thousands request at the afterglow each able to answer questions, and evening. Houghtaling and team fulfilled every night. The YouTube views of the Sabbath Speaking of the afterglow, musical requests. Minner Labrador, Upper Co- Every night a story was program surpassed 7,000 and will increase as lumbia Conference president, shared from a different church virtually gathered the attendees in Upper Columbia Confer- attendees share camp meeting with their friends. around the piano like a typical ence. The messages focused on

Lee Venden shared his new series about the Garden of Gethsemane. The most powerful message was that Je- sus conquered the devil in the garden and He saved mankind for eternity on the cross. Meeting Jesus is the single most important event of every person’s life. Because of this, members have been invited to share this series far and wide. Many viewers found hope in Venden’s poetical expression, “Jesus is music to a concert, He is air to a deep breath, He is life to the living, He is strength in weakness, and He is your friend.” Buddy Houghtaling and his group also ministered each evening through music. His backup singers were Natalie Patzer and Donna Hook. Paul Jenks played bass, and Eugene

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Watch all seminars and main meetings at, how the church was continuing to do the work, even during the uccsda.org/campmeeting time of COVID-19. To cap off this message, Garrick Odenberg was baptized on Sabbath. The seminars were well-received and well-attend- ed. The technical crew did an Minner Labrador, Upper outstanding job. The Valley Columbia Conference Adventist Church staff hosted president, with Lee Venden, this year’s camp meeting that main speaker for the with grace. All in all, the staff “Search and Rescue” virtual camp meeting. and crew felt this year was a success. Next year’s camp meeting is scheduled to resume at Upper Columbia Academy. Joe Kidder, Lowell Cooper, and Carl Cosaert will speak. While 2020 was a unique year, it provided a respite from the busyness of the normal camp meeting while focusing on the spiritual messages and retaining a virtual feeling of togetherness. As these messages are shared far and wide, the timeliness and importance will be felt by others. Watch all seminars and main meetings at UCC website, uccsda.org/ campmeeting.

Kathy Marson, Upper Columbia Conference communication administrative assistant

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PASCO CHURCH SHARES GOD’S CORONAVIRUS LOVE DURING LEADS TO ‘ACTIVITY CHALLENGING OUTPOST’ TIMES More online at ike millions of parents, from a team of volunteers who glnr.in/115-05-uc_pasco I remember the day the love kids and their families. he Riverview Church number of cloth masks and put Lgovernor of our state closed all Most of our contributors are in Pasco, Washington, each one in a Ziploc bag with the schools in an effort to slow volunteer staff in clubs for Tcontinues to be a light to the a note: “Hi neighbor! Here is a the COVID-19 virus. Sudden- kids — either Adventurers or community despite having to small gift from me to you, to let you ly spring break got really long. Pathfinders. Others are young modify some of the ministries know you’re in my thoughts. … Our family is fortunate adults who have grown up in carried on by the church due We are in this together — I care to live in a location where we these same clubs, while still to the coronavirus pandemic. about you! 1 Thessalonians 1:2. have a lot of outdoor space for more are young people who just We always thank God for all of our boys to roam, but the days want to do something for kids. COMMUNITY SERVICES you and continually mention you were still getting long. So we We are united by this one Stan and Connie Arlt run in our prayers.” did what millions of parents common thread: We are loved the Adventist Community She delivered these Ziploc have done: We went searching by a gracious God, and His Services center adjacent to the bags to her neighbors. But it online for activities we could love given freely to us, prompts Riverview Church, which did not stop there. Cummings do with our kids. We found us to respond by loving and provides food to hungry fami- put some masks in her car and some great ideas and resources, serving those around us. We lies. They distribute food boxes drove to the downtown Pasco but they were spread all over live with hope in the darkest each Wednesday morning to area, where she began offering the web. of times, and we’d like to pass roughly 400 families in Pasco. masks to homeless people. As more and more parents a little of that confidence on to This important service to the Meanwhile Diane Berry, found themselves in similar sit- kids who can’t help but feel the community is the second-larg- one of the GLOW (Giving uations to ours, it became clear stress all of us adults are expe- est food pantry in Franklin Light to Our World) team to many of us that there was a riencing during this difficult County. When the pandemic members, dropped off greeting need we might be able to help season. hit, they put in place social cards (with GLOW tracts fill. Very quickly, the vision Check it out for yourself at distancing protocols, including inside) to the Tri-Cities Re- for ActivityOutpost.com took ActivityOutpost.com or follow wearing masks and moving the tirement Inn, to cheer lonely shape. I hope this will be a @activityoutpost on Instagram food bank outdoors. elderly people there. great resource for you and your and Facebook. The pandemic has Other members are bring- family as you work to make affected this ministry. With ing cheer to fellow church the most of the time you have Richie Brower, Upper Columbia many members sheltering in members with phone calls, with your kids at home. Conference youth and family life place, other members of the cards and “drive-by” greetings, Activity Outpost is a gift associate director community have stepped up to uplifting each other through help. In addition, the National illness, deaths of church mem- Guard has been helping unload bers and recent graduations. trucks and carry food. God has The church also continues the provided each week what is adult Sabbath School class on- needed. line using Zoom. The church service is livestreamed at 10:45 MASK DISTRIBUTION a.m. Pacific Time on Saturday Betty Cummings, a Riverview mornings at pascosda.com. Church member and retired Just click on the “Livestream” nurse for the county, has tab to join the online service. found a creative way to share Jesus with her neighbors in Kathy Forbis, Riverview Church this difficult time. She made a GLOW director

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lareece Collie, the Grace Place, a multiethnic executive pastor community-focused church of Walla Walla in Indiana. She graduated in University 2015 with a Master of Divinity AChurch, was commissioned to degree. the gospel ministry on July 18 Prayerfully, she accepted in Walla Walla, Washington. the call to serve as executive Minner Labrador Jr., Upper pastor of Walla Walla Universi- Columbia Conference ty Church. She became the first president, presented the black female pastor in the North commissioning certificate. Pacific Union Conference and “Pastor Alareece has a the first person of color on the heart for people along with pastoral staff at the Walla Walla Alareece Collie is commissioned into ministry with Upper University Church. Columbia Conference and Walla Walla University leadership. She appreciates God’s leading in her service to the and professional and to develop rehired her and she resumed University Church commu- skills God would use when active service as a volunteer in nity. Collie is grateful for her she entered full-time pastoral her local church and confer- supportive parents, siblings, ministry. ence. Eventually, she enrolled friends and mentors. A text She transferred to An- at Andrews University Theo- that has inspired her for many drews University in Michigan logical Seminary, having sur- years is Jer. 1:4–9, part of and completed a Bachelor of rendered all to the promptings which reads, “Before I formed spiritual gifts in administrative Arts in economics and Spanish. of the Holy Spirit for full-time you in the womb I knew you, excellence,” says Labrador. “I While at Andrews, she volun- ministry. and before you were born I count it an honor to com- teered for outreach activities, While in seminary, Collie consecrated you; I appointed mission her to the ministry. I preached a two-week evange- served in several capacities, you a prophet to the nations.” know God will continue to listic series in Kenya and spent including as president of the bless her in her work.” a year in Argentina learning Women’s Clergy Network and Dustin Jones, Upper Columbia Collie grew up on An- Spanish. Meanwhile Collie as the administrative pastor of Conference communication director dros, one of 700 islands and had a growing sense that God cays in the Bahamas. After was calling her to full-time completing high school, she ministry. attended the College of the Upon graduation, Collie Bahamas while working at the served as a missionary in Nassau branch of Credit Suisse, Costa Rica teaching English an international bank and trust as a second language. These company. experiences fueled her love of Collie tributes her years at traveling and of serving. Credit Suisse as a crucial part After serving as a mis- of her story, which helped to sionary, she returned to the nurture her growth as a person Bahamas, where Credit Suisse v

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TAKE A VACATION FOR YOUR HEALTH

id you know put a stop to plans to visit of death from heart disease, contributes positively to the that only 25% our family in Hong Kong. improved mental health and relationships and to the feeling of Americans Nonetheless it will be a much- improved relationships. of well-being. I won’t be use all their paid needed break from work and One study found men taking any work with me on Dvacation days each year? One the routine at home. who took frequent annual our vacation this year. It’s too survey says that 42% of us don’t There are significant vacations were 32% less likely heavy to carry in my backpack, take any of our paid leave. benefits from taking a to die from heart disease and my brain and body need a In addition, 61% of people vacation — for you and for than their counterparts who break! I hope you are making surveyed worked while on your employer. Research chose not to vacation. The plans to make some memories vacation. shows employers benefit from Framingham Study found with your family this summer. As I write this, we are increased productivity, better women who took vacations For more articles in this finalizing plans and packing workplace morale, increased once every six years or less health series, visit uccsda.org. for vacation. It won’t be the employee retention and better were almost eight times as vacation we have planned and employee health. The benefits likely to develop heart disease Cindy Williams, UCC health saved for over the past year. for the employee include or have a heart attack than ministries director The COVID-19 pandemic reduced stress, decreased risk women who took at least two vacations a year. A study conducted by Purdue University found vacationing with your family v Follow @NWAdventists on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for daily Bible verses.

BIBLE READINGS for

Bible Verses of … Being a Servant

S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5

1 Peter 4:10 1 Peter 5:5 1 Timothy 4:12 2 Corinthians 4:5 2 Timothy 2:15

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Colossians 3:12 Ephesians 2:10 Galatians 1:10 Galatians 2:20 Galatians 5:13 John 12:26 John 13:16

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

John 15:15 John 3:30 John 4:34 Luke 14:23 Luke 22:27 Mark 10:45 Mark 9:35

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Matthew 20:26 Matthew 20:28 Matthew 23:11 Matthew 25:21 Matthew 6:24 Philippians 2:5 Philippians 2:7

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Philippians 4:13 Proverbs 11:25 Psalm 119:125 Romans 13:4

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ow do you minister to a large group of hurting people during coro- navirus and racial tensions? You hold a peaceful protest and rally … complete with a police escort along the route. And what better day to do it than on a Sabbath morning, thought EuGene Lewis, who serves as Washington Confer- ence regional ministries direc- tor and Emerald City Com- munity Seventh-day Adventist Tyler Long and his daughter, Bella, walk along the peaceful protest march route. Church senior pastor. ity. We need a peaceful pause were more than 300 Adventists “As Seventh-day Adven- to seek God’s healing for our from Emerald City, Breath tist Christians, we believe in community and our church.” of Life, Maranatha, True the totality and fulfillment of Lewis, accompanied by Vine, Lighthouse, Ghanaian, God’s true Sabbath rest,” Lewis young adults of the church, led Eastside, 24-Seven, Volunteer says. “We gathered to show a 14-block march down 23rd Park, Auburn Academy, Pouls- our displeasure, disappoint- Street, across Union Street and bo, North Cascade and Wash- ment and dissatisfaction with finally along Martin Luther ington Conference churches. those who have turned a blind King Jr. Way to Barnett Park “We see this as hugely eye to racism and black equal- in Seattle. Following along important for us to be here,”

“The black community right now needs allyship. To be an ally is to stand in the way of oppressive white supremacy that has been demoralizing black people for hundreds of years. To be an ally means that you may need to be ready to be treated just like black people are treated to stand against racial injustice while others passively kneel to worship it. Allies will take the lashes for someone else. WE AS CHRISTIANS HAVE MORE THAN GOOD REASON TO STAND IN THE BREACH FOR THE OPPRESSED. For we believe in a God who left His privilege and incarnated Himself into humanity through His Son Jesus Christ and took the physical and systemic lashes, thus freeing us from the enslavement that sin

harbors over humanity. JESUS IS THE ULTIMATE ALLY!” — SAM GUNGALOO, EASTSIDE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST FELLOWSHIP PASTOR v

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“I’ve lived, ministered and worked in Seattle for 30 years. It WARMS MY HEART and it GIVES MY HEART HOPE to see all of you standing for the dignity and rights of fellow citizens, some who may perhaps be tired and can no longer stand for themselves.”

— BYRON DULAN, NORTH PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE VICE PRESIDENT

says T.J. McCue, who drove 90 local church leaders and con- miles with his family to par- ference leaders. ticipate in the march and rally. “Being here today means “We believe the church should living out the definition of be more unified in supporting love,” says marcher Anabelle black lives. We couldn’t see not Quintero from 24-Seven Min- coming.” istry Center, “and to make sure Neighbors waved from that we as children of God truly sidewalks and porches, stand up for justice for our black shopkeepers emerged to take brothers and sisters, and to try pictures and videos, and drivers in passing cars honked and cheered. “We are here to show our community that we stand with them in the fight against police brutality, bigotry and injustice,” says Lewis. “We are With a prayer and with the here to educate our communi- singing of “This Is the Air I Breathe,” the True Sabbath ty and church and those who Rest rally begins an outdoor live outside of the diaspora of worship and prayer service. black life and culture what it Tyler Long and his daughter, Bella, walk means to be black and live in along the peaceful protest march route. America.”

to embody what Jesus did for us in protecting us from all sin. We need to do the same for our black brothers and sisters.”

Heidi Baumgartner, Washington Conference communication director

Doug Bing, Washington Conference president, shares Once at Barnett Park, a remarks at the beginning of the True Sabbath Rest rally: 90-minute outdoor church “We can move forward with service began with masked reconciled hearts. The same singing of “This Is the Air I challenges of Numbers 12 are Breathe” followed by a series happening today. We need to stop, reflect, pray and then move of short speeches from young forward because we know black

adults, communityv leaders, lives matter.”

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VIRTUAL CAMP MEETING SEES REAL ANSWERS TO PRAYER

ashington transition to a virtual week of new Bible for her graduation Conference’s prayer featuring local pastors, from nursing school. She even camp meeting musicians and prayer partners. asked God for a specific version planning team Prior to virtual camp of the Bible. “This is on my had two main choices early this meeting, the conference daughter’s wish list, and now I N spring: cancel camp meeting communication department can give it to her,” Mann says altogether or plan a virtual tested the virtual worship about her name being drawn camp meeting. experience by producing 13 for the Bible. Weeks before virtual Paul Smith prepares in the camp meeting, Cindy Miller studio to go live for a “Praying Continually” message during was delivering Sabbath School Washington Conference’s quarterlies in Everett. “One of virtual week of prayer camp the members had moved and meeting experience. I didn’t realize it, so I rang the reached hundreds. bell and left the quarterly on a One of the highlights was bench [as COVID-19 distanc- nightly giveaway drawings for ing had already begun],” Mill- books on prayer or spiritual er says. “Before I got to the car, growth, food gift cards, and a lady came out, explained she cases of vegetarian food. To was the new owner and asked enter the drawings, if she could keep the quarter- Virtual week of prayer features local pastors, viewers shared the ly. I said yes and have visited musicians, children’s leaders and prayer partners including pastors EuGene Lewis, livestream or par- a time or two since. She told Dustin Serns and Randy Maxwell. The ticipated in a social me later she had gone online programs for children and adults are available media challenge. and found out about the week on YouTube for on-demand viewing. Viewers of prayer online. All I can say “We found ourselves weeks of “#SabbathStream.” also had an opportunity to is ‘praise the Lord.’ May His looking forward to trying The audience responded best pitch an idea about how Spirit continue to work.” something new for camp to 45–60 minute programs they would spend $1,000 in The week of prayer meeting, even if it was out of featuring hosts, music and a ministry. The audience voted programming for adults and necessity,” says Craig Carr, 20–25 minute sermon. For for four finalists. The win- children, in full or in part, is Washington Conference vice camp meeting, a 15-minute ner received a $1,000 grant available to watch and rewatch president for administration. prayer time was added, during and the runners-up received at youtube.com/washconf. “We’re grateful for each person which people could text in $500, answering prayers for You can also read “Answers who joined us on this journey.” prayer requests and praises. much-needed ministries. to Prayer” stories at The theme for the year, On average, virtual week One of the giveaways was bit.ly/waanswers. “Praying Continually: A Call of prayer nightly reached an Andrews Study Bible. Pam to Prayer for the Family of hundreds of people. A separate Mann from Port Townsend, Heidi Baumgartner, Washington God,” had been chosen two on-demand kids’ program had been praying about Conference communication director years ago. It was a natural fit to in English and Spanish also getting her daughter Sarah a

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PACIFIC ISLANDERS RENEGOTIATE ETERNAL CONTRACTS

ine Pacific Islanders young ladies, a family of three renegotiated their and one additional person. eternal contracts Jennifer Ativalu Ly made during a Sabbath some lifestyle choices very Nafternoon baptism in July. early in life. “Somewhere in “Had it not been for this my sins, there was a voice HEIDI BAUMGARTNER pandemic, we wouldn’t be gath- reminding me that what I was ered today for these baptisms,” doing was wrong,” she says. “I Benjamin Fidow accepts a new identity in Jesus through baptism. says Meshach Soli, guest pastor flaunted my lifestyle in front of a commitment to come back had made when her dad was a from Southern California. “As my nieces. I’m giving my life to God. He previously had an guest speaker for the United ministers of the gospel, we want to the Lord now to be a better opportunity to be baptized. “I Prayer Convocation in Auburn to help people to get their example for my nieces.“ rejected the opportunity then, in September 2019. Little did contract with Jesus signed, The day before their and today I am accepting the family know then that they sealed and delivered. This baptisms, Ativalu Ly married God’s redirection,” he says. He would be moving from New covenant contract is eternal, not Channa Ly. At their wedding, desires to do more in his Zealand to Auburn in the temporary, and offers life, truth, evangelist Nemaia Faletogo community for Jesus. His wife, coming year and how much forgiveness and freedom.” included an appeal to follow Guinevere, and teenage son, Christina would see God Family members gathered Jesus. Two of Ativalu Ly’s Hailan, also joined in baptism, working in her life. around Auburn Adventist nieces, Jazmalani Ativalu, 16, a commitment that they In a search for identity, Academy’s gazebo and under a and Sarina Leomiti, 13, asked wouldn’t have dreamed about Benjamin Fidow was an activist large open-air tent in physical- for baptism. This pandemic is a year ago. for close to 30 years. Then two ly distanced clusters or in transforming the family tree “I love it when a family key things happened: a family nearby cars (with horns ready with multiple family members gets baptized,” says Rome member gave an invitation to to honk) to celebrate how God accepting Jesus this year. Ulia, AAA Church associate visit South Side Samoan is transforming the lives of a Before Lu Misa lost his pastor. “It reminds me of Church (invitation accepted) newly married couple, three father earlier this year, he made Joshua’s words: Choose you and a troubling dream. this day.” Without knowing about the It was a family day of dream, the person featured in celebration for Ulia too. the dream texted a message in His daughter Christina real life that confirmed God’s followed through on calling to a transformed life. a decision for “Baptism washes away baptism she everything from the past,” says Fidow. “Today we are washing away [the old me] and welcom- ing back [the new me] into the family of God.”

Heidi Baumgartner, Washington Conference communication director

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WASHINGTON CHURCH CONFERENCE // GROWING SPIRITUALLY, PRAYING CONTINUALLY IS A VERB FIGHTING FOR FOOD RELIEF SITES THOSE WHO At 13-plus food relief sites in western Washington, Adventist FOUGHT FOR US volunteers are meeting neigh- bors’ needs. Auburn City pastors Ofa Langi and Tommy Tamalea’a etired Navy Com- used widely did not know started promoting their first food mander Mike Judd is during the they could get at sharing date by faith. Each Tues- on a mission: to help Vietnam War no cost or greatly day God still supplies what they and encourage veterans in need to clear the reduced cost. need to share with 2,000 families to get the benefits they were jungle. Others Vets have in two months’ time. Auburn City promised by Uncle Sam. suffer from spread the word is also a free COVID-19 host site Like many in the military, hearing issues, around Sequim for 1,105-plus patients. Judd worked his way up the post-traumatic that Judd will ranks over his 31-year career in stress disorder, listen and he will the Navy by being the go-to back and joint help them. Just guy when things were not problems, starting the ap- going well. After retiring, Judd various types plication process discovered veterans were pretty of cancer, and and being en- much left to fend for them- more. In one couraged, valued selves when trying to find out case, Judd and listened to 68 DAILY VODCASTS Retired Navy Commander Mike Kirkland associate pastor Jordan what benefits they had earned helped a fellow Judd is using his gifts, skills has given many for their years of service and parishioner and experience for ministering aging vets in Stephan hosted 68 daily video how to start receiving them. obtain $80,000 to veterans. financial difficul- podcasts on the church’s You- He once again became the in back ties hope. Tube channel (one for each book of the Bible plus two special go-to guy. pay and monthly disability Judd’s willingness to episodes) over 16 weeks. Auburn Over the past seven years, compensation of $3,000 the minister to others in this way Academy Church also is hosting Judd has personally counseled serviceman did not know he is now featured on the Sequim RAWTalk, a weekly Facebook dozens of veterans in Washing- was eligible for. Others have Adventist Church website. podcast with community leader ton’s Sequim Adventist Church received more modest monthly He advises anyone who has interviews. and the surrounding commu- amounts, medical care and served for any length of time nity, helping them navigate medications from the VA they to contact a Veterans Service their way to significant benefits agent at their local Veterans they earned through selfless of Foreign Wars or American service to their country. Some Legion. feel that applying for benefits is If you can visit or call selfish or worry about adding a VA clinic or hospital, they CONTINUING TO to the national debt and actu- have benefits experts on staff WORSHIP ally refuse to apply for benefits. who can help as well. Vets Even in a pandemic, weekly To this Judd says, “These will need to have their DD- worship continues with virtual or veterans have earned the right 214 discharge papers to get in-person services (depending on to ask for these benefits. They the ball rolling. If you have reopening phase) in 18 languages. put their lives on the line and a question you’d like to run As of the end of July, 70 churches should receive everything they by Judd, you can reach him by offer online services (livestream or are eligible for.” email at [email protected]. video call), 49 churches reopened Some, including Judd, with safety plans, 25 offer dual suffered from exposure to Michael Smith, Sequim Church services, and four churches host Agent Orange, a defoliant Ann and Mike Judd communication leader outdoor drive-in services.

40 september/october 2020 Follow @NWAdventists on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for daily Bible verses. BIBLE READINGS for

Bible Verses of … Trust in God’s Timing

S M T W T F S 1 2 3

Psalm 46:10 1 Peter 5:8–11 1 Thessalonians 5:1–4

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Philippians 4:19 2 Peter 3:8–10 John 10:10 Psalm 40 Genesis 18:14 Matthew Jeremiah 17:7–8 24:36–39

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes Acts 1:7 Romans 8:32 Proverbs 3:5–6 1 John 5:14 John 13:7 3:1–13 3:13–17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

Lamentations Psalm 9:10 Romans Isaiah 25:1 Psalm 112:7 James 5:7–9 James 5:10–11 3:24–26 8:26–30

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

1 Timothy 6:6 Psalm 27:14 Romans 8:18–21 Nahum 1:7 Psalm 37:23–28 Hebrews 11:6 Micah 7:7

Bonus: Exodus 2:23–25, Psalm 13, Psalm 37:5–9

41 september/october 2020 WALLA WALLA UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY // NEWS

WWU AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

s Walla Walla At the beginning of “Walla Walla University University begins the 2020–21 school year, seeks to provide a home away the 2020–21 school Maynard-Reid outlined several from home for our students year, the universi- areas of focus on diversity that that allows them to feel safe ty affirms its commitment to will lead the university into fall and supported in every pursuit diversity. This commitment quarter. These include: during their time here,” says informs life on campus from » Working with local civic Maynard-Reid. “We are proud policies and procedures to groups, government offi- of what we have accomplished activities inside and outside the cials and law enforcement in recent years and continue classroom and is in keeping agencies to discuss safety to expand our efforts to with the WWU mission state- concerns related to race; ship, the WWU Latinx ensure that diversity remains ment, which states that “every » Working closely with the Faculty and Staff Associa- a top priority at Walla Walla person is created in the image other two colleges in the tion and the WWU First University. We will continue of God as a being of inestima- Walla Walla Valley to ad- Nations Club; to listen; we will act; we will » Facilitating opportuni- ble value and worth.” dress diversity concerns on change and be change-agents.” ties for diverse groups to More than a decade ago campuses; To learn more about » Conducting research about worship together on the the university established the the WWU commitment race in the Walla Walla WWU campus through role of chief diversity officer Valley that can inform ministries such as the to diversity, visit called the assistant to the future conversations; Berean Fellowship, Span- wallawalla.edu/ president for diversity. This » Working closely with glish Church and the Black diversity. position is held by Pedrito organizers of Black Lives Student Christian Forum; Maynard-Reid, who leads the Matter Walla Walla on » Providing cultural intel- Kim Strobel, WWU Office of Diversity and projects and events in the ligence training for all WWU uni- Inclusion and the important community that address the WWU employees and versity relations work of the university to relationship of the commu- requiring routine training supervisor support equality. This work is nity to indigenous groups for employees that covers outlined in the WWU Our and people of color. topics such as collaboration Commitment to Diversity » Providing resources in the skills for diversity, building plan, which notes eight areas region on issues related a supportive workplace Pedrito of diversity focus that include to diversity through the community, accommo- Maynard-Reid support for diversity education WWU Donald Blake Cen- dating employees with and training for students, ter for the Study of Race, disabilities, and recognizing faculty and staff; enhancements Ethnicity, and Culture and addressing workplace to recruiting to attract diverse and the WWU Center for bullying; students, faculty and staff; Educational Equity and » Enhancing the curriculum Diversity; to address issues of race, regular diversity conversations v diversity and inclusion; and engagement with » Facilitating positive » Working with other Sev- stakeholders; and assessment relationships on campus through affinity groups, enth-day Adventist colleges and annual reporting through such as the WWU Black and universities on joint a diversity scorecard. Faculty and Staff Fellow- efforts to combat racism.

42 september/october 2020 WALLA WALLA UNIVERSITY NEWS // UNIVERSITY

HIGH-TECH CLASSROOMS SUPPORT TEACHING AND LEARNING

ew high-tech fea- opportunities for them to tures were installed continue the educational in several class- process as effectively as rooms on the Walla possible. These systems give NWalla University campus this us options for more effective summer thanks to generous learning environments,” donations to the WWU Fund says Scott Ligman, associate from alumni and other friends vice president for academic of the university. These new administration. classroom features create spaces “As we begin the fall that are more convenient for quarter and implement all instruction during the corona- that is needed to keep our virus pandemic and beyond. campus, students, faculty and “When WWU shifted to staff safe and fully engaged in a spring quarter held entirely strong academic, spiritual and online, our advancement social programming, generous team began to connect donors continue to step with donors interested in forward to help,” says Wagner. helping WWU weather “This is a worthy investment. this particular disruption One immediate need Additional monitors allow Our students, faculty and staff and, more importantly, was for enhancements to students and faculty to see very much want to be back interested in investing in our classroom technologies. class participants who are together on our campuses, students during an incredibly Money raised since March connecting from outside the and we will be. But until then challenging time,” says Jodi through the WWU Fund classroom, while specialized our important ministry must Wagner, vice president for has been designated to help microphones with noise and continue.” university relations and the university provide the echo cancellation automatically Wagner and the WWU advancement. “President John equipment and technology that pick up speech from the entire advancement team continue McVay, our advancement students need to continue with room. to encourage unrestricted gifts officers and three their academic programming These high-tech features through the WWU Fund as hardworking student in this new COVID-19 will make it possible for a way to help the university callers reached out environment. students and faculty to interact weather this storm and keep to encourage our Technology upgrades during distance learning and students focused on completing donors to give to installed this summer include dual-modality classes in more their degrees. our Walla Walla the addition of mounted meaningful ways. Find news about WWU’s University Fund, cameras that can tilt, zoom “COVID-19 has made response to COVID-19 at

v which helps with or pan to show a panoramic the logistics of teaching more wallawalla.edu/coronavirus. projects that are view of the classroom or to difficult. Some students and considered the follow an individual, such faculty will not be able to Kim Strobel, WWU university university’s most as the instructor, as they attend classes in the normal relations supervisor immediate needs.” move around the classroom. way, and we wish to provide

43 september/october 2020 v ADVENTIST HEALTH NORTHWEST // NEWS v

ADVENTIST HEALTH RELEASES MISSION-FOCUSED APP

dventist Health’s on each side (Ex. 17:11–12). Every day, seven days a To find the Simply more than 37,000 We all need support in our week, anyone can enjoy a pas- Mission app, open your phone associates are on lives. That is one of the most sage from the Bible. There’s a or tablet and search within a mission to live wonderful gifts of the local Bible reading plan to join. The your app store for two words: God’s love by inspiring health, church. We connect each week Daily Word offers a 300-word Simply Mission. If you have wholeness and hope in both to support each other. We reflection sharing life insights. any difficulty, you can reach the Pacific Union and North meet through small groups, The Daily Connect’s two-min- out to Adventist Health’s Pacific Union territories. prayer meetings and acts of ute inspirational video starts the office of mission by email at They do this as they serve in service. Church members and day in the best space possible. [email protected]. One final T 22 acute care hospitals and Adventist Health associates Through the app, note: Register for notifications make nearly a quarter-million together can own the mission, Adventist Health streams life as well because those gentle home health visits a year. In support each other and lift each events and Digital interMission reminders are a great feature to outpatient clinics, they minster other up. services. Every week there is help you stay connected with with love and healing. In rural To increase this connect- a fresh 12-minute message this valuable, mission-focused health clinics, they are on the edness, Adventist Health re- to watch or listen to. These content. frontline, often as the only leased the Simply Mission app are just some of the resources Together, let us continue health care available. Every earlier this year. The app offers being developed and offered to lift each other up every day. day the associates of Adventist features to lift, inspire and through the Simply Mission Health are actively owning this raise the hope each day to both app. The app is available on Japhet De Oliveira, Adventist mission. Adventist Health associates and every type of mobile device Health Office of Mission It is not a shift. It is not church members across the (Android, Google, iPhone) and resources and experience design Monday to Friday. It is not North American Division. even Roku and Apple TV. administrative director a weekend. It is every day. Owning the mission means every action, every conver- sation, every moment, every line of data, every story, every encounter keeps the patient at the center. The mission does not end when a patient leaves the facility. The Adventist Health mission calls each as- sociates to stay connected and to help transform the whole community. The Bible is filled with great examples that teach us we are stronger when we have others in our lives. When Moses needed to keep his arms raised high to win the battle, Aaron and Hur aided him, one v

44 september/october 2020 WORLD CHURCH GENERAL CONFERENCE // NEWS

BRYANT NAMED NAD PRESIDENT

he General Conference executive committee met virtually on July 9 to receive the name of G. Alexander Bryant, the Trecommendation for division president, from both the North American Division’s nominat- ing committee and executive committee. Bryant was con- firmed in a vote of 153 to 5. Ted N.C. Wilson, GC president, said, “[Bryant] is someone who is a careful listener to people … I believe that God can use him in a very, very special way.” “I am first indebted to God for His call to ministry and secondly to those who have poured into my life over the years,” said Bryant in response to the vote. “I am deeply humbled by the confidence Elder Wilson, our chair, and the NAD and GC executive committees have placed in me with this assignment. This task is too big for one individual or office. It is abun- dantly clear to me that it takes all of us working together to advance God’s kingdom, and I just deeply covet your prayers.” All world division executive officers serve as elected officers of the GC, and their nomi- nation and election by the region they repre- sent must be approved by the GC executive committee. Bryant replaces Daniel R. Jackson, who served at the NAD headquarters since his election in June 2010 at the GC Session in Atlanta, Georgia.

Kimberly Luste Maran, North American Division Office of Communication associate director DAN WEBER v v

45 september/october 2020 FAMILYMILESTONES

Miller 60th Washington; Kellie Hall Upon returning to Mon- 50th wedding anniversary on Harley Miller and Sharon of St. Augustine, Florida; tana, Arnold retired. Then March 15 with a family dinner Wakefield were married Dec. Carrie Bixel of Kirkland, Margaret decided to go to in Medford, Oregon. 17, 1959, at the Colton Washington; Jennifer Sarthou school to become a nurse. Ray and Colleen met in Adventist Church in Califor- of Seattle; Tara Vranes of Eagle She graduated from Northern Wenatchee, Washington, nia. Harley, from Eureka, River, Alaska; and Rachel Montana College in 1986. She when he started attending the South Dakota, and Sharon, Crudele of Portland, Oregon. worked most of her nursing Wenatchee Church upon the from Takoma Park, Maryland, They also have wonderful career as a traveling nurse, invitation of a neighbor, who met as students at Loma Linda sons-in-law and nine precious working in Idaho, Arizona and was Colleen’s classmate at University. After Sharon’s grandchildren. Alaska. Arnold always traveled Wenatchee Junior Academy. graduation in 1959 she began with her and took care of the Ray had Bible studies and was Ringering 50th house and sometimes also baptized by Philip Welklin. Arnold and Margaret Rin- worked, as an orderly. gering celebrated their 50th The couple participated in wedding anniversary with a re- a couple short mission trips, ception on May 8, 2020, at the one to American Samoa and Hood View Church in Boring, one to Peru. Margaret also Oregon. did a mission trip to Hondu- Arnold and Margaret met ras with one of her friends. while they were both working They moved to Alaska in at United Medical Laboratory 1995, where Margaret worked in Portland, Oregon. They in home health. They loved Harley and Sharon Miller married in a private home Alaska, but they moved back on May 8, 1970, in Estacada, to Oregon in 1999 for health teaching nursing on the White Oregon. Arnold was 50, and reasons and to be closer to Colleen and David “Ray” Shaver Memorial Campus of LLU. Margaret was 36. It was a sec- some of their children. They The two were student mis- lived at the Village Retire- Ray was a student at sionaries at Monument Valley, ment Center for several years, Wenatchee Junior College Arizona, between Harley’s before volunteering at Weimar but was soon drafted into medical school years. He grad- in California for a year. They the Army. He received basic uated in 1962. After internship now reside in Boring and are training at Fort Sam Hous- at the Washington Adventist still members of the Village ton, Texas, followed by truck Hospital and Sanitarium in Church. driver training at Fort Camp- Maryland, he worked for two Their family includes Ar- bell, Kentucky, before being years for the Public Health nold’s daughters and sons-in- shipped to Vietnam where Service in Tanana and Point law, Noreen (Ringering) and he served a year as a medic. Barrow, Alaska. Jim Carey of Selah, Wash- During this time, Colleen For the past 52 years Harley Margaret and Arnold Ringering ington; Phyllis (Ringering) attended Milo Academy, and Sharon have lived in and Walt Mow of Yakima, where she graduated in 1968. Chehalis, Washington, where ond marriage for both. Arnold Washington; Jane (Ringering) Her family moved to the San Harley continues to practice had three grown daughters, Briggs of Walla Walla, Wash- Gabriel Valley of Southern family medicine with the Steck and Margaret had two girls in ington; Margaret’s children, California the next year. Ray Memorial Medical Group. He high school and two boys in Twyla (Young) McIntyre followed them, and he and now works three days a week. grade school. Arnold adopted of Boring, Oregon; Paula Colleen were married March Together the pair has enjoyed the boys a few years later. (Young) McIntyre of Albany, 15, 1970, at Monrovia Adven- opportunities working with A year after marrying they Oregon; Richard Ringering of tist Church in California. Maranatha and other mission moved to Montana, where Troutdale, Oregon; and Gene Ray became a real estate projects, sometimes taking chil- they lived much of their life. Ringering of Aurora, Oregon. broker before joining Loma dren and grandchildren with Arnold worked much of that Together they have 13 grand- Linda Health Plan in insurance them. They have also visited time for Christian Record children and 18 great-grand- sales. Colleen was a homemak- villages in Germany and Russia Braille Foundation, traveling children. er until Kimberly and James where Harley’s ancestors lived. all over the state. They spent started school. She worked They have six daughters: his last year with Christian Shaver 50th as an administrative assistant Marti Hall of Puyallup, Record in Hawaii. David “Ray” and Col- at Loma Linda University leen Shaver celebrated their Medical Center. After 26 OURFAMILY 46 september/october 2020 FAMILYMILESTONES years in Southern Califor- Moore, Clarence, along with the position of head speech in trucks and retired service- nia, Ray and Colleen made some fellow soldiers, pooled pathologist and soon became able school buses, packed full the decision to return to the their meager funds and hard the director of the Easter Seal of those “treasures.” They Pacific Northwest and retired work to help build an Ad- Treatment Center in Waukeg- navigated the mostly primitive in Medford, Oregon. Colleen ventist church in Chunchon, an, Illinois. Their fourth child, roads through Mexico, Gua- is the church secretary at Valley Korea. He also took advantage and second daughter, Janelle, temala, Honduras and El Sal- View Church in Medford. A of college courses being taught was born while there. vador. Later they made similar 50th wedding reception was by a visiting university of Cal- In 1966 his name was journeys several times. Upon planned for Sunday, March 15, ifornia professor. This began suggested by Loren Dickinson arrival they assisted where at Valley View Church but had Clarence’s college experience to be invited to head up the needed — teaching classes, to be postponed because of the in Korea. fledgling program in speech doing maintenance work and coronavirus. Shortly after his release pathology and audiology at teaching English. Crystal often The Shaver family includes from the service, Clarence Walla Walla College (now found opportunities for her Kimberly (Shaver) and Charlie and his longtime sweetheart, Walla Walla University). nursing skills and also served as Little of Medford; James and Crystal Columbyne Clymer, Soon he accepted a call from interim director when Elmer Verenize (Rayos) Shaver of were married in Portland, Or- Roy Hartbauer, the college’s and Dorothy Duncan, who Austin, Texas; and 3 grand- egon, on June 26, 1955. Two communication department managed the Adventist facility children. years later and after their first chairman. With input from in San Juan de Opico, near El daughter, Camille, was born, Roy, Clarence designed Walla Salvador, took a much-needed Wood 90th they moved to Arlington, Walla’s very successful speech vacation. Clarence Wood enjoyed his California. Clarence earned pathology and audiology In 1999 the couple began 90th birthday with his beau- a Bachelor of Arts in speech bachelor’s program. After 22 the full-time, “snowbird” tiful wife of 65 years, Crystal. pathology and audiology at La years, in 1988, the program motorhome lifestyle that lasted Because of the coronavirus Sierra College where their first was closed. Clarence joined for 16 years, spending winters they were sequestered in their son, Kevin, was born. Then he the local public school system in the sunny southern states very comfortable apartment in and family moved to Fallon, as a speech pathologist and and summers parked on RV Boise, Idaho, across the patio Nevada, where Clarence spent audiologist. pads at their three childrens’ from the home of their young- one year teaching in a one- During the summer of homes. After reluctantly est daughter, Janelle, and her 1977, Clarence and Crystal selling their last motorhome husband, Robert Schmidt. embarked upon their first in 2018, they moved into their Clarence Archibald Wood adventure by motorhome present apartment in Boise. was born on April 16, 1930. over the often primitive roads Even though the “carreteras” He would become the eldest of Mexico and into Central are now mostly all paved, it of 10 siblings. He was born in America to volunteer for is still an arduous and peril- the famous gold mining town mission work at Instituto de ous journey. So Clarence and of Lead, South Dakota, in the Capacitación Adventista del Crystal have again, reluctantly, beautiful Black Hills. During Petén (ICAP), an Adventist retired, this time from travel his teenage years he attend- college and nearby orphan- to Central America. They ed Plainview Academy in age near Poptun, Guatemala, now enjoy a bit more of the Redfield, South Dakota, where which had been established “good life,” visiting family and he made many friends of both Clarence Wood by longtime friends Jim and treasured friends here and even students and teachers. Vonnie Bechtel. far away in Central America by After several years work- room Adventist elementary Clarence retired in 1996, the miracle of FaceTime video ing on various construction school. but the ever-adventurer con- calls. projects in Rapid City, South A move to Denver fol- tinued to find new ways to be Clarence’s family includes Dakota, he was invited by lowed, where Clarence earned involved. That summer he and his children, Jerry and Camille Uncle Sam to be trained as a a master’s degree in speech Crystal volunteered for mis- Wood of Powell Butte, Ore- dental lab technician and was pathology and audiology from sionary work in Central Amer- gon; Kevin and Rae (Rebel) privileged to spend a year in Denver University and their ica by transporting donations Wood of Bismarck, North Korea, where he met and made second son, Darrin, was born. of equipment and supplies, Dakota; Janelle and Robert friends of other conscripts in Sadly, in 1973, Darrin was such as computers, washing Schmidt of Boise; 6 grandchil- Uncle Sam’s employ as well as taken by a brain tumor when machines, farm equipment and dren and 4 great-grandchil- friendly local Koreans. While he was 10 years old. clothes and anything useful dren. there, under the influence of Following graduation the Army Adventist Chaplain in 1963, Clarence accepted OURFAMILY 47 september/october 2020 FAMILYWEDDINGS FAMILYATREST

McMILLEN-KELLEY grandchildren. grandchildren and 14 great- 4, 2020, Gladstone, Oregon. Terri (Clark) McMillen and CLARK — Hazel Doreen grandchildren. Surviving: husband, Philip; Les Kelley were married June (Kitto), 90; born Aug. 7, DUNCAN — Dorothy May son, Dennis, Sutherlin, 21, 2020, in Corvallis, Oregon. 1929; died Jan. 19, 2020, (Drake), 81; born Aug. 27, Oregon; daughter, Diane They are making their home Port Angeles, Washington. 1938, Sequim, Washington; Eyserbeck, Salem, Oregon; 4 in Halsey, Oregon. Terri is Surviving: son, Kevin; died Jan. 6, 2020, Nampa, grandchildren and 3 great- the daughter of Wayne and daughter, Rachel Sizemore; 4 Idaho. Surviving: husband, grandchildren. Darlene (Morrow) Clark. Les grandchildren and 2 great- Elmer; son, John, Phoenix, FREITAS — Beth Lorraine is the son of James and Anna grandchildren. Arizona; daughter, Diane (Evans), 95; born March 2, Margaret (Torkelson) Kelley CLYMER — Renita, 66; Aguirre, Nampa; brothers, 1924, Fort Jones, California; (both deceased). born in Seoul, South Korea; Fred Drake, Ten Sleep, died Dec. 24, 2019, Auburn, died Feb. 28, 2020, Spokane, Wyoming; David Drake, Washington. Surviving: Washington. Surviving: sisters, Salem, Oregon; Jim Drake, son, Robert, Lake Tapps, College Place, Washington; Washington; daughter, FAMILYATREST Crystal Wood, Boise, Idaho; and Marlita Clymer-Engelhart, sisters, Joan Drake, Caldwell, Karen Hackett, Auburn; 7 Sacramento, California. Idaho; Betty Cromwell, grandchildren and 9 great- ASHKER — Albert, 81; born College Place, Washington; grandchildren. Aug. 28, 1938, Niagara Falls, COLE — Coralie Ann Linda Dixon, Salem, Oregon; — Robert John, 93; New York; died Feb. 23, (Emmons), 77; born June 24, FREITAS and 3 grandchildren. born Dec. 3, 1925, Fort Jones, 2020, Central Point, Oregon. 1942, Chehalis, Washington; — Evelyn Lee California; died Nov. 19, Surviving: wife, Sharon died Dec. 21, 2019, Brush DUNHAM (Dugan), 91; born July 2019, Auburn, Washington. (Wayland); sons, Kenneth, Prairie, Washington. 27, 1928, Duncan, Surviving: wife, Klamath Falls, Oregon; Keith Surviving: husband, Paul; Arizona; died Jan. Beth (Evans); and Albert Jr., both of White sons, Paul Jr., Aurora, Oregon; City, Oregon; daughters, Kevin, Clear Lake, California; 1926–2020 Shelly Stewart, White City; Dan, Riverside, Washington; Sheila Kell, Central Point; 19 daughter, Annette Cole, grandchildren and 34 great- Portland Oregon; 10 HAROLD T. OCHS grandchildren. grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. BADGER — Carol Y. (Han- Harold Ochs was born in 1926 in Coeur son) Lewis, 82; born March 28, COLLIER — Ada Marie (Feaster), 83; born July 20, d’Alene, Idaho. He passed away in Walla 1937, Medford, Oregon; died Walla, Washington, on April 18 at the age Jan. 26, 2020, Newberg, Ore- 1935, Akron, Ohio; died of 93. gon. Surviving: son, C. Roger July 16, 2019, Vancouver, Harold was raised in Idaho and Lewis, Napa, California; Washington. Surviving: Washington. He graduated from Yakima daughters, Rhonda Y. Lewis, husband, Everett, Portland, Valley Academy in 1945, was drafted into Rio Dell, California; Judith A. Oregon; son, Dean, Lacombe, the U.S. Army and served until late 1946. Lewis and Jacklyn R. Lewis, Alberta Canada; daughters, After discharge he married Lois, whom he both of Angwin, California; Bonnie MacDougal, Canby, sister, Delores MacDonald, Oregon; Cindee Horsch and met while attending YVA. Dundee, Oregon; 4 grandchil- Gail (Collier) Corn, both of Harold studied education and graduated from Walla Walla dren and a great-grandchild. Yacolt, Washington; sister, College, received a master’s degree from Eastern Washington Anita Collver, McMinnville, University, and took additional course work at Gonzaga Uni- — Betty Mary BARNETT Oregon; 12 grandchildren, versity, University of Washington and Portland State University. (Hassing), 90; born Nov. 4, 19 great-grandchildren and 3 Harold taught history, biology and other classes, beginning at 1929, Seattle, Washington; great-great-grandchildren. Upper Columbia Academy. He continued as principal and teacher died Jan. 27, 2020, Kirkland, at Columbia Academy and UCA. Washington. Surviving: DAVIDSON — David Alden, After receiving a doctoral degree at the University of Idaho, son, Gerald, Lynnwood, 92; born Nov. 29, 1927, Harold began a 20-year term as professor and administrator in the Washington; daughter, Jeanie Eugene, Oregon; died Jan. Department of Education and Psychology at Walla Walla College. Barnett, Issaquah, Washington; 3, 2020, Portland, Oregon. His teaching and work as supervisor of student teaching kept him brother, Paul Hassing, Oro Surviving: wife, Ivadell Valley, Arizona; sister, Erna (Davis); sons, Henry, of in contact with many former students, teachers and administrators Nielsen, Oxnard, California; Arizona; Max, of Nebraska; throughout the Pacific Northwest. 3 grandchildren and 3 great- Marlin, Portland; daughter, Harold is survived by his wife of 73 years, Lois Ochs; daugh- Maridell Moore, Portland; 10 ters, Susan Farrell and Elizabeth Bleecker; son, David Ochs; and grandchildren, Matthew Hieb, Andrew Seely and Paige Seely. OURFAMILY 48 september/october 2020 FAMILYATREST son, Robert, Lake Tapps, HARTMAN — Neta Joyce, 57; born Jan. 21, 1936, Hinsdale, SELTMANN — Carolyn Washington; daughter, born March 25, 1962, Salem, Illinois; died Feb. 10, 2020, Charlene (Bliss), 76; born Karen Hackett, Auburn; 7 Oregon; died Jan. 27, 2020, Sunnyside, Washington. July 16, 1943, Walla Walla, grandchildren and 9 great- Vancouver, Washington. Sur- Surviving: sons, Gary, Lodi, Washington; died Feb. 22, grandchildren. viving: mother, Bertha Hart- California; Jere, Sunnyside, 2020, Temecula, California. GEPFORD — John Wesley, 89; man, Ridgefield, Washing- Washington; daughter, Sherri Surviving: sons, Laughn, born Sept. 5, 1929, Indiahoma, ton; brother, John Hartman, (Mohr) Hamamjy, San Jose, LaCrosse, Kansas; Larry Oklahoma; died Sept. 30, Ridgefield; and stepbrother, California; sisters, Joyce Lang, “Max” Jr., Temecula; 2018, Portland, Oregon. Andy Parson, Ridgefield. Gold Canyon, Arizona; Pat daughter, Lauren Seltmann, Surviving: wife, Marilyn JONES — Stephen J., 69; Mundt, Zillah, Washington; Fairfield, California; 9 (Anderson), Estacada, Oregon; born Dec. 9, 1950, Fall Creek, Sharron Morrow, Las Vegas, grandchildren and 2 great- sons, Daniel, Happy Valley, Oregon; died March 10, 2020, Nevada; 5 grandchildren and a grandchildren. Oregon; Charles, West Linn, Eugene, Oregon. Surviving: great-grandchild. STRESE — Ivan Junior, 90; Oregon; brother, Waldo, wife, Miriam (Judd) Jones, NICKELL — Betty Jean born June 9, 1929, Condon, Harrah, Oklahoma; sister, Springfield, Oregon; son, Jay (Waters), 85; born Sept. 19, Oregon; died June 9, Mary Johnson, Clarksville, Jones, Dixie, Washington; 1934, Portland, Oregon; 2019, Hermiston, Oregon. Missouri; 7 grandchildren and daughter, Rachael Jones, Walla died Feb. 23, 2020, Payette, Surviving: step-daughter, 5 great-grandchildren. Walla, Washington; stepsons, Idaho. Surviving: husband, Sharon Coffey, Hermiston; 3 GILL — Claudette Louise Joel Judd and Isaac Judd, both Robert; son, Jerry, Baker grandchildren, 5 step-great- (Bassett) Warner, 84; born Jan. of Springfield; sisters, Nancy City, Oregon; daughter, Terri grandchildren and 5 step- 8, 1935, Seattle, Washington; (Jones) Price and Julie (Jones) Nickell, Rocklin, California; great-great grandchildren. died Dec. 6, 2019, Tacoma, Crumroy, both of Springfield; 5 grandchildren and 2 great- STUIVENGA — Timothy Washington. Surviving: 3 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. “Tim” Daniel, 61; born Nov. son, Geoffrey Warner, Hilo, grandchildren. REESE — Roger Wallace, 22, 1958, McMinnville, Hawaii; daughters, Sheila KING — Wildon Kent, 58; 91; born March 5, 1928, Oregon; died Feb. 21, 2020, (Warner) Maynor, Battle born Aug. 6, 1961, Walla National City, California; Clear Lake, Wisconsin. Ground, Washington; Shari Walla, Washington; died Feb. died Jan. 25, 2020, Keymar, Surviving: wife, Susan Warner, Ocean Shores, 9, 2020, Tigard, Oregon. Maryland. Surviving: wife, (Pavick); sons, Ben, Clayton, Washington; Anna (Warner) Surviving: son, Joshua, Lenore Barbara (Duncan); Wisconsin; Jonathan, Johnson and Marlaine Anchorage, Alaska; parents, son, Michael Roger Reese, Manhatten, Kansas; daughter, (Warner) Watson, both of Leslie and Geri (Van Tassle) Scappoose, Oregon; RaeAnn Stuivenga, Barron, Cle Elum, Washington; King, Milton-Freewater, daughters, Christine Marie Wisconsin; mother, Joy half-brothers, William Guest, Oregon; brothers, Brent, Greene, Keymar; Pamala Collver, Hood River, Oregon; Seattle, Washington; Gregory Tigard; and Benjamin, Milton- Ann Allen, Snohomish, brothers, Will Stuivenga, Guest, Auburn, Washington; Freewater. Washington; 4 grandchildren, Tumwater, Washington; Rodney Guest, Renton, MCDANIEL — David, 72; 2 step-grandchildren, 4 great- Doug Stuivenga, Amity, Washington; 8 grandchildren, born March 5, 1947, Okemah, grandchildren and 7 step- Oregon; sisters, Kathy Davis, a step-grandchild, 6 great- Oklahoma; died Jan. 25, 2020, great-grandchildren. Hood River, Oregon; Wanda grandchildren and 4 step- Eugene, Oregon. Surviving: SCHAFER — Herbert Stuivenga, McMinnville, great-grandchildren. sons, Dean and Darren, both Lawrence, 81; born June 14, Oregon; and 2 grandchildren. HALLESON — Patricia June of Weizer, Idaho; sisters, Betty 1938, Edmonton, Alberta, TILLAY — Michael Dale, (Reiswig), 79; born June 19, Sazino, Anaheim, California; Canada; died Nov. 24, 2019, 64; born July 18, 1955, Walla 1940, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Patricia Kiess, of Washington; Walla Walla, Washington. Walla, Washington; died Canada; died Nov. 5, 2019, and 5 grandchildren. Surviving: wife, Carol Jan. 23, 2020, Walla Walla. Campbell River, British MOHR — Glibert Edward, 87; (Huether), College Place, Surviving: wife, Colleen Columbia, Canada. Surviving: born Dec. 17, 1931, Spokane, Washington; son, Scott, (Walde); son, Jon, Modesto, sister, Jeanne Norton. Washington; died March 17, College Place; brothers, Dave, California; daughter, Jenny HANSON — Jan (Aaen), 76; 2019, Sunnyside, Washington. Lacombe, Alberta, Canada; Tillay, Yucaipa, California; born March 1, 1943, Portland, Surviving: wife, Jean C. (Fry); Elmer, Vernon, British mother, Mary Lou (Saxby) Oregon; died Dec. 30, 2019, sons, Gary, Lodi, California; Columbia, Canada; Robert, Tillay, Walla Walla; sisters, Portland. Surviving: husband, Jere, Sunnyside; daughter, Sher- Lacombe; Leon, Vernon; Debbi Short, Montrose, Herb, Gresham, Oregon; ri (Mohr) Hamamjy, San Jose, sisters, Ruth Krenzler and Colorado; Tammy Tillay son, Trevor, Gresham; and California; 5 grandchildren and Carol Smith, both of Lacombe; Seidel, Richland, Washington; daughter, Kim Hanson, West a great-grandchild. and 2 grandchildren. and a grandchild. Linn, Oregon. MOHR — Jean C. (Fry), 84; OURFAMILY 49 september/october 2020 ANNOUNCEMENTS FAMILYATREST

TWEDELL — Harold Sr., 96; born Aug. 15, 1923, NORTH PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE Horne, Courtney M. Jacobs, Joann Johnston, Williamfield, Illinois; Offering Heidi Juhl Buck, Patrick G. Kane, Kelvin died Feb. 20, 2020, Eagle Sept. 5 — Local Church Budget; Klein, George Koller, Juanita S. Lindstrum, Point, Oregon. Surviving: Sept. 12 — Fall Mission Appeal; Robert E. Littlejohn, Erica N. Manley, sons, Harold Jr., Eagle Sept. 19 — Local Church Budget; Milton D. Martin, Maria McGuire, Rusty Point; Donald, Central Sept. 26 — Local Conference Advance; Monroe, Karin Moore, Katie Moran, Dale R. Point, Oregon; David, Oct. 3 — Local Church Budget; Myers, Yuka Nakamura, David Nichols Jr., Scarlington, North Carolina; Oct. 10 — Voice of Prophecy/La Voz de Mary Nichols, Viva Nickell, Scott Onthank, Terry, Central Point; 17 Candy H. Peck, Virgilynn Peterson, Gordon grandchildren, 12 great- Esperanza; Oct. 17 — Local Church Budget; Russell Radke, Pat A. 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HE CHURCH I CO-PASTOR T IN MOSCOW, IDAHO, HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN MANY DIFFERENT OUTREACH PROGRAMS AND OPPORTU- NITIES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS. OUR CONGREGATION HAS BEEN WILLING TO TRY THINGS AND SEE IF THOSE IDEAS WORK FOR OUR AREA AND DEMOGRAPHIC. WE HAVE MADE THE CONSCIOUS DECISION TO NOT FOCUS ON FAILURES BUT SEEK OPPOR- TUNITIES FOR CHANGE AND GROWTH. The COVID-19 pandemic Palouse Hills Christian School. has stifled a few of our well-set We were putting door hanger ads plans and prayerfully organized on people’s doors for the Vacation ideas. It has made it much more Bible School. Traditionally VBS challenging to come up with ways has been held in the Moscow to effectively and safely reach out Church building, which is a won- to those in our area. New and derful way to show off our church. continually changing regulations, Because of COVID-19 concerns, conflicting information relating to we wanted a bigger and outdoor risk for infec- space to attempt a VBS program. AUTHOR Natashia McVay tion, a changed A conversation I had with our local demo- lower-grade teacher led to the idea graphic (we normally have a large of doing VBS at our school — to college student population, but give ample outdoor space for with in-person courses stopped or the program and to showcase greatly limited, that has changed), our school. Had it not been for and the ever-present general COVID-19 I don’t know that I concern for both people in the would have found this to be a great community and our own members suggestion, but in light of the cur- have forced us to think outside the rent climate I jumped on the idea. church building. How do you advertise and Just this last week, I walked conduct a VBS where health and around the neighborhood by our safety are exceptionally important? local Adventist elementary school, You just start crafting the outreach

58 september/october 2020 PERSPECTIVE

People just need to feel seen. They need to know people care and, even more, that Jesus loves and cares for them.

through Jesus! We attempt to Or do we stay calm, be peace- love as human beings, but we ful and work to create places of fail. Love, true love, comes refuge? through Jesus Christ: “Be- The things going on in loved, let us love one another, our part of the world have for love is from God, and created a lot of anger, fear and whoever loves has been born of stress. If we have truly been God and knows God. Anyone with Jesus, if we are ourselves who does not love does not are truly changed by Jesus’ love know God, because God is in our lives, we will stand out. love. In this the love of God Not because we created havoc, was made manifest among us, not because we shouted the that God sent his only Son into loudest, not because we made ministry, step by step. You pray who need the love of Jesus. If the world, so that we might the best signs for our cause or a lot, you wash a lot, you smell it hadn’t been for COVID-19, live through him. In this is argued the best. Rather we will continually of hand sanitizer, we wouldn’t have gone there. love, not that we have loved stand out because people see and you work hard. Instead of How do we love like Je- God but that he loved us and that, even in the midst of chaos handing out flyers and meet- sus? We go places we wouldn’t sent his Son to be the propiti- and struggles, we continue to ing people, you hang a door normally go. Not because ation for our sins. Beloved, if love like Jesus. We walk around hanger with information, you we naturally want to and not God so loved us, we also ought new neighborhoods seeking provide details of how you will because the people are just to love one another. No one to reach people for Jesus. We keep kids and adults safe, and like us. Rather, we go because has ever seen God; if we love host events, though abridged you learn to have conversations there is a need there for Jesus. one another, God abides in us and more regulated, where we through masks. I’m not saying we should and his love is perfected in us” share who Jesus is and what He In walking to homes and put ourselves in danger or a (1 John 4:7–12). wants to do in people’s lives. apartments to put up door compromising situation. But The reality is that for We actually live the love hangers for VBS, my husband sometimes caring for people many people, the love of Jesus of Jesus, not just profess it with and I met more people than we requires we get outside our is shown through our lives and our mouths. would have in that particu- comfort zone. actions. The truth found in We seek to love like Jesus lar area of Moscow without People just need to feel Scripture must be lived out! by living lives dedicated to the change of location due seen. They need an opportu- What we do, what we say, Him. to COVID-19. People were nity to share their needs. All what we don’t do shape how amazed we would even let people are looking for love. people relate to Jesus. We say Natashia McVay team pastors with them know about an event. They need to know people we are Christians, but do we her husband, Marshall, helping People were happy we cared care and, even more, that Jesus act like we walk with Jesus? members reach university students enough to stop by. We became loves and cares for them. Do we become exasperated, in Moscow, Idaho and Pullman, aware of a bunch of people True love comes only shouting and creating chaos? Washington.

59 september/october 2020 LEARNING HOW TO PARTY LIKE JESUS

F THERE WAS ONE PIECE we would come back. I OF EVANGELISTIC ADVICE When we came back the next week, Joe was blaring his music I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE TO again. This time it was obvious he “The Son of Man came eating SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS was having a party. I thought we and drinking, and they say, ‘Here IT IS THIS: ADVENTISTS should come back another time, NEED TO LEARN HOW TO but Danelle convinced me we is a glutton and a drunkard, a should go in anyway. friend of tax collectors and sinners.’ PARTY! It was a full house. We defi- But wisdom is proved right by her I came to this realization nitely weren’t going to be doing deeds.” — Matt.11:19 while I was a Bible worker. Bible any Bible studies that night, but workers knock on doors inviting we talked with and listened to Joe people to have Bible studies. To be and his friends. They said they honest, I don’t like that part. But one night I was out knocking on doors with my wife, Danelle, and we weren’t having any success. It was lightly raining. I was tired and ready to go home … but Danelle said, “Let’s try one more house.” We knocked on Joe’s door rather hesitantly. He was blaring rock music, and I was convinced this would be a waste of time. Joe opened the door and invited us in. He turned AUTHOR Kevin McGill down his music and opened up to us. He was high on life (and other things), and he was the most friendly person we met that night. In fact, he was the only person who invited us in that day. Joe told us he was a carpenter, and he understood that Jesus was a carpenter. He figured maybe Jesus would have some work for him to do in heaven. He said he was open to Bible studies, and we told him

60 september/october 2020 PERSPECTIVE wouldn’t tell anyone if we pulled up to his place we could had a few beers. We filled our see there were even more cars Jesus didn’t come to call the cups with soda, ate some chips than before. Joe was having a and “partied with Joe and his practice session with his band. “righteous.” He hung out with friends.” We went inside and heard At the end of the night some amazing music. They “drunkards.” He partied with just before we were about to were practicing for a weekend leave, Joe asked us to pray. gig at a pub. people the religious people to Some of his friends thought Joe was the drummer, that was weird (especially a Danielle was the singer, and His day wouldn’t be caught guy named Dave), but we Dave was the lead guitarist. dead with. prayed with them anyway and We were offered food and told Joe we would be back. were told to make ourselves Following the prayer we met comfortable. One of the in the home. As we were We hugged them. We another of Joe’s friends, a lady songs they played was a Harry talking, I had the impression prayed with them. We didn’t named Danielle. She was spir- Chapin song called “Cat’s in maybe we should sing a song. I study the Bible that night, but itually moved and appreciative the Cradle.” They sang it with mentioned to Joe that Danelle in that moment I felt we loved of our prayer. She gave us her such authenticity and power, I played the guitar. She gave me them like Jesus. number. We became friends always think of that moment a look that said, “What are you None of it would have and did Bible studies with her whenever the song comes on doing?” We had not planned happened if we weren’t willing in the subsequent weeks. the radio to this day. to do this. Danelle plays the to party. Joe was right: Jesus With our third visit to Joe, After a while, people guitar but definitely not at a was a carpenter. What he we were determined to study started to leave. Soon there near-professional level like Joe didn’t know was Jesus also the Bible with him, but as we were only about six of us left and his band. knew how to party. Dave handed Danelle his Jesus didn’t come to call guitar, and I suggested we play the “righteous.” He hung out a song called “You Said.” With with “drunkards.” He partied a silent prayer and a moment of with people the religious awkward nervousness, we start- people of His day wouldn’t be ed the song. I felt the Holy Spirit caught dead with. The biggest move, and I observed the effect critique the religious crowd on Joe, Danielle and Dave. had against Him was that He This was a break- was “a friend of sinners.” May- through! After the song even be that is what we are called to Dave — the man who didn’t be as well. want us to pray during our Maybe before criticizing first visit — said, with tears in “sinners,” the church as an his eyes, “That was REALLY institution … and religious good. You guys have a gift!” people in particular … need to They told us we should take the “plank out of our own play that music in more places, eyes.” so more people could hear. We need to connect with Dave even said he heard four- others before we attempt to part harmony. We weren’t correct others. We need to singing any harmony, but I learn how to party like Jesus. think God can use our feeble attempts and translate it into a Kevin McGill writes from Troy, glorious symphony. I think an- Idaho. He shepherds three churches gels can party and sing with us, and loves spending time with his when it is for the right cause. family.

61 september/october 2020 ince assuming the role of edi- many who call themselves Adven- S tor a year ago, I have received tist Christians?” many encouraging letters and It is past time for racism, like notes. Your heartfelt words are slavery before it, to be defeated. It much appreciated. is time for action. FROM Recently, I’ve received several I am certain I don’t have all letters to the editor of an entirely the answers, but I do know where WHERE I different slant. Honestly, the to begin. Change can only happen emails stopped me in my tracks. when I actively look for ways to The authors angrily spewed racist make a difference in my sphere of STAND words and sentiments over the influence. What are the ways I can recent protests in support of black contribute to racial healing? What Americans. The hateful tone of are the words I can speak that will the emails has been seared into my bring hope instead of fear, unity memory. instead of division? My first reaction was one of Racism is a plague centuries shock. How is it that, even in our in the making. It won’t be healed church, members cut people down overnight, and yet we can make a and subjugate with words of hatred difference today when we choose and judgment? to act and speak on behalf of others One thing stands out from without a voice. these disturbing missives. The As we act with love, I invite Adventist Church in America is you to join me in praying for divine no different than the rest of the wisdom. Let’s pray for a new sensi- country when it comes to racial tivity to the plague of racism. Let’s attitudes. We too struggle with pray for healing and compassion for prejudice, subjugation and indif- the victims. Let’s pray for forgiveness ference. for perpetrating bigotry. Let’s pray I want to be clear. These for repentance in our hearts over hateful attitudes are not universal. how we view equality. And yes, let Many of our members are actively us pray for hearts to be changed in seeking ways our church and in our nation. Let us AUTHOR Jay Wintermeyer to heal and be the instruments of peace. bring reconcilliation within their “He has told you, O man, sphere of influence. I am so grate- what is good; And what does the ful for those who truly understand Lord require of you, But to do our role as Christ-followers. justice, to love kindness, And to At the same time, I find walk humbly with your God?” myself asking, “How do we move (Micah 6:8). forward when this cancer is so deeply ingrained in the hearts of Jay Wintermeyer, Gleaner editor

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