NORTH PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE GLEANER Volume 86, Number 18 October 7, 1991 Editorial October 7, 1991 Lifestyle Standards Help Us Survive

By Ed Schwisow to be targeting the serrvice economy; if not, of "who to minister to first:' can drive even I chuckled, I could write books for all those the most godly servant to compulsive be- I thought I was rich gas pumpers with leisure time. havior. Those urges, it seems, can go quietly going to lose my Well, so much for career planning. When crazy over a dinner plate, a television screen, job, and so did mil- graduation came in 1976, the church called, a chemical substance or an overindulged lions of other and as an Adventist who listened to his hobby. (They can even be released in too Americans. church and to his wife, I came aboard as a much of good things, such as a brutal, They called me a "communication intern:' It would be a intellectual regimen of Bible study, or com- "communication privilege to serve, we thought. pulsive exercising.) intern:' back in the I neither earned anywhere near the 15 The root of temperance, and the antidote late 1970s, and it grand prophesied in the news article, nor to burnout, I learned, began at the family was one of the most did I find the predicted leisure time. or personal altar with daily or near-daily Ed Schwisow insecure assign- Things got so bad that on Sabbath after- worship and unhurried communion with ments in the Ad- noons, when I wasn't speaking (preaching's God. Without the escape to God, I realized, ventist church. The blazing chalk stood too strong a word for a journalist) or inter- I would be seeking solace in ever-more de- poised against the brick walls of my office. viewing, I'd be sleeping. On Sundays, I'd structive "releases." One tardy story; one fuzzy picture; and I'd read the paper, putter around the house, and I read that a servant survives best in a be out the door. usually end up with an afternoon headache. simple lifestyle, eschewing the trappings of I felt it more than heard it. Fellow interns (Too rapid decompression from a week of a lord. My culture urged me to prove my in conferences across the continent were be- tension.) But I was "serving," valiantly serv- social ascendancy — my climb to godhood, ing "let go" after two years of training. As ing, if barely surviving. as it were — with commodious finery. But 1977 ebbed, in paranoid reveries, I counted "I'm just paying my dues:' I thought. in my research, I discovered that while I skinny Holsteins limping up the banks of Minutes a day for the family. No family wor- should acquire durable things, and should the Columbia River. ships; little eagerness for church; burnout continued on next page The two years of after-college internship scorching my Friday-evening heels as I had not been years of plenty. The family turned on the Sabbath music, grabbed a cradle had been filled; not so the family sanctifying book, and immediately fell granary. asleep.

A Service Economy A Time for Change While I was putting in 14-hour days and Long before the "service economy" took sprucing up my resume, such as it was, our over North America, we Adventists were nation, so we now know, was changing from told to become leaders in "serving others" a production economy to a "service econ- (Nobody said it was going to be physically North Pacific Union Conference omy." College students began honing ad- easy, least of all that graying lady of the (USPS 394-560) ministrative skills, creating consultancies, 1880s, Ellen G. White, who had just Address all editorial, advertising and address studying marketing and prepared to make watched her husband die a burned-out change correspondence to: a killing in "services: death, and was speaking regularly at the Here in the Northwest, farming towns funerals of other collapsed pioneers.) GLEANER North Pacific Union Conference were dying as steel mills in the midwest But somehow I'd missed the point of my P.O. Box 16677, Portland, OR 97216-0677 rusted. Whole economies folded. Adventist upbringing. I'd read the books, (503) 255.7300 Those caught in this revolution, whether but resented what appeared, at times, to be Acting Editor, Ed Schwisow in Goodwill retreads, Florsheims or Guccis, a doctrinaire stifling of Christian self Advertising Assistant, Pam Groff were doing it 14 hours a day. Hoisting them- determination. Not until I faced a crisis, did Editorial Assistant, Greg Alekel selves by the tongues of their oxfords was I connect the thoughts that the Adventist Editorial Secretary, Lorraine Juberg tough pulling. lifestyle was designed as a survival blueprint Published by the North Pacific Union Con- for a service economy. It helped save my ference of Seventh-day Adventists No More Leisure Time early career; it may have saved my life. Please Note — Every reasonable effort is made to screen both editorial and advertising materials Years before, while in academy, at the The Servant Lifestyle and to avoid error in this publication. But the helpless age of 17 in Vietnam-era America, North Pacific Union Conference GLEANER I had read some encouraging words in a First I took a look — a serious look — at does not accept responsibility for categorical or news magazine. The article had predicted lifestyle: The "do's" of temperance and the typographical errors, nor for advertisers' claims. that by 1975 (about the time I might be "don'ts" of abstinence. Physically, I was not North Pacific Union Conference GLEANER, leaving college) American wage earners doing well; emotionally worse. Ellen White ISSN number 0746-5874, is printed semimonthly would be bringing in $15,000 a year (a lot writes that in serving others, one should except July and December for $10.00 per year by of money in 1969 dollars.) There would be engage in daily, or near-daily, demanding Color Press, 312 S. College Ave., College Place, Wash. 99324-1222. Second-class postage paid at plenty of jobs, the article had said, with an exercise, not compulsive or bingeful, but as College Place, Wash. emphasis on needs in the service field. a preparation to serve. Serving others would LITHO U.S.A. CP44487 While visions of pumping gas in the always take long hours, I learned. But by "service field" didn't enthrall me, I did feel taking time for intense physical activity, it POSTMASTERS ONLY: Send form 3579 to comfortable with the idea of $15,000. As could be endured. I tried it, and it works. North Pacific Union GLEANER, P.O. Box a Christian journalist, I thought, I could Amazingly, being a servant, I learned, 397, College Place, Washington 99324-0397. write for the multitude of magazines sure always breeds tension. The triage decisions NPUC Gleaner Editorial 3 take care of them, the only material state- ment needed was a simple, "This is the lifestyle of a busy servant of a merciful Lord:' North Pacific Union Conference That merciful Lord, I learned, does not Comparative Statement of Tithe and Mission Offerings insist that his servants encumber themselves with luxuries; rather, he suggests — and 7 Months (30 Weeks) Ended July 31, 1991 provides — functional, modest essentials. COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF TITHE Sufficient to glorification are the rewards Increase or thereof. % Increase Conference Membership 1990 Tithe 1990 Tithe 1991 Decrease — Decrease — And so my study went on, and continues. Alaska 2,133 757,932.54 844,858.11 86,925.57 11.47 Every lifestyle teaching of this church is Idaho 4,907 1,514,911.94 1,601,031.85 86,119.91. 5.68 clearly designed to prepare us to survive as Montana 3,256 804,711.95 826,801.94 22,089.99 2.75 servants in a service economy. Oregon 26,899 8,781,471.25 9,303,493.97 522,022.72 5.94 Upper Columbia 18,726 5,780,935.65 6,361,863.44 580,927.79 10.05 Surviving Servanthood Washington 13,630 4,462,809.90 4,724,077.43 261,267.53 5.85 "Serving," alone does not a Christian Union 69,551 22,102,773.23 23,662,126.74 1,559,353.51 7.06 make. The Apostle Paul recognized the daily threat to his salvation, and worried COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF MISSION OFFERINGS about it in his letters. Jesus safeguarded His Increase or % Increase Per Capita Per Week ministry with constant vertical communi- Conference 1989 1990 Decrease — Decrease — 1989 1990 cation. Alaska 39,299.75 44,205.37 4,905.62 12.48 0.64 0.69 And yet, so often, we find that in "serv- Idaho 102,288.09 97,472.05 —4,816.04 —4.71 0.70 0.66 ing;' we inherit the wind of a troubled spirit; Montana 53,490.95 49,988.12 —3,502.83 —6.55 0.55 0.51 in displacing our dominant egos, we release Oregon 619,041.06 639,216.57 20,175.51 3.26 0.78 0.79 chaotic and destructive salvos elsewhere; in Upper Col. 417,651.03 425,726.11 8,075.08 1.93 0.75 0.76 serving we find, not peace, but destructive Washington 238,469.83 253,779.91 15,310.08 6.42 0.60 0.62 weariness. Union 1,470,240.71 1,510,388.13 40,147.42 2.73 0.71 0.72 Thank God there is an avenue of escape; a way offered by the designer to submit the body wholly to God; a pathway to joy in half of them, there would be no time left for "In 1891, the members in Boise purchased a servanthood; a guideline to peace under reading the Bible. Something IS wrong and I'm house at 13th and States streets; and transformed pressure. thanking God that others see it. it into a church. About this time James and Ellen God has foreseen our day. He has offered It's time to "get real:' as my teenager says, and Casebeer made plans to move from Nevada to start sharing the wealth first-world Christians Idaho. While they were still in Nevada, Ellen had more than salvation and suggestions. He has have hoarded for too long . . . a dream of a church building. In the dream the given us a way of life. Rita Barrett Lord said to her, 'This is the church that I want Scappoose, Ore. you to join: When they arrived in Boise, Ellen Ed Schwisow is the acting editor of the saw the Seventh-day Adventist Church building. GLEANER. —As* The editorial in question did not intend She said to her husband, 'This is the church the to seriously raise the issue of eliminating or cur- Lord showed me. This is the church we must join: tailing the GLEANER; what it did suggest was "After studying the Bible with one of the that unless the GLEANER is stimulating church members, they were baptized. James was readers to support the world mission of the well educated. He had been a Justice of Peace church, the funds used to print the GLEANER in Iowa and a school teacher in Nevada. So his LETTE S could be better used elsewhere. talents were a real blessing to the infant church in Boise." Letters are welcomed for publication. The Doug Johnson editor reserves the right to reject letters and Content With Cover Weston, Ore. where necessary, to edit for continuity and space requirements. Letters must be signed and should In my opinion the best part of the GLEANER not be more than 150 words in length except, is its cover; they are (sic) consistently beautiful where, in the editor's discretion, more space is and "brazenly" portray an un-slanted view (unlike Don't Kick — Read available. Address letters to Editor, Box 16677, its contents) of God's creation. Keep the contents, Thank you a great deal for the editorial, "How Portland, OR 97216. send me the cover! Far Can I Kick the Ball on Sabbath?" How Luis Solis realistic! How like many of us. Invidiously we ra- Milwaukie, Ore. tionalize our human ways. I recall as a former Leaner GLEANER public school coach and later as an Adventist Just a quick response to the Aug. 5 editorial adult, even an educator and minister, I could — Hooray! I've been planning to write the Idaho Pioneers hardly wait for the sun to go down so I could lis- GLEANER for the last two years about the rele- The Sept. 2 issue of the GLEANER had an ten on the radio or television for the results of vance of this publication. artical entitled, "Pioneering Adventism in the the football game between my alma mater, the [There are] 5,000 languages in the world with- Idaho Conference' Two sentences were left out University of Southern California and "that out scripture — and our denomination produces of this article which made the Casebeer story Catholic institution:' Notre Dame. How holy I enough magazines that if one were to only read confusing. felt for waiting until the sun went down, and a split second later turned the knob. . . . How many of us have read the books which our heavenly Father has so thoughtfully given to us as a fine-line map based on the great general ABOUT THE COVE 16 map of Scripture to cross all the routes of life. Even my colleagues in the ministry and I may Willard Colbum, a painting contractor from Eugene, Ore., didn't travel far to get this intriguing pic- learn much by re-examining these messages. ture of a young cat. He found it at the end of a coffee table in his home. Raymond S. Moore Colbum had his Nikon FTN loaded with K-64 film for this slide. Camas, Wash. 4 Features October 7, 1991 Sharon Church Prepares for Spiritual Revival on the Devil's Playground

By Mort Juberg from his Sharon congregation, including eight Bible instructors, who visit in homes. The large white tent stands out like a Rainey is a powerful speaker, punching beacon in this crime-cursed section of nor- home his message with straightforward ad- theast Portland, Ore. Home of the rival monition, sprinkled with down-to-earth il- street gangs, the Crips and the Bloods, it lustrations and spiced with humor. The is the scene of drive-by shootings, murders audience responds with fervent amens and and drug dealings in crack houses. Pro- hand clapping. stitutes ply their trade nearby. On a recent Friday night he spoke on the It is ironic that the avenue, named for a topic, "Drugs, Guns and Rape: How Can man who was dedicated to peaceful resis- They Be Stopped?" tance, Martin Luther King, Jr., is a host to In tackling the broad aspects of his topic, such continuing violence. It is aptly called he aimed his thrusts primarily at parents. a war zone. "We seem to know how to conquer space but But members of the Sharon Adventist we are at a loss on how to live on earth. It's Church and their pastor, Alphonso Mc- strange to have all of this knowledge and yet Carthy, aren't willing to surrender this ter- we don't know how to control our own coun- ritory to Satan and feel there ought to be try, our city or our own home, " he said. an Adventist witness in the area. This is He stressed the importance of home train- why they have pitched the tent for evange- ing. "What a child gets during his first seven Evangelist George Rainey listic meetings. years will go with him the rest of his life." They were joined for this major campaign Calling boys and girls the greatest asset of by Evangelist George Rainey from Norwalk, America, he added, "There is no public ed- Calif., a veteran of many wars with Satan, ucation that will qualify your child for who brings 41 years of evangelistic experience. heaven. You have to add Jesus to it. You need No ordinary tent meeting, this crusade to put some C, Christ, with the three Rs:' has a special purpose. He told mothers and fathers present to "It is our goal to start a second Black prepare their children for life, and to com- church in Portland from this crusade Pastor bat the evils of drugs, guns and rape. "You McCarthy says. There is no lack of faith as hold in your hands the power to train that to the success of the crusade, the pastor add- child to be someone or you have the power ing, "We are already looking for a church to make him a tramp:' building to rent." The tent remains in place for eight weeks, Pastor McCarthy feels keenly the heavy after which the crusade transfers to the responsibility that comes from launching a Sharon Church, for its early October con- major evangelistic crusade in an area that clusion. is so dominated by the forces of evil. As the series draws to a close in early Oc- "Gone are the days when you could put tober, many baptismal services are planned. Ron Pugh, right, music director, confers with up a tent and have people attend;' he A new congregation on the devil's turf may keyboard artist John Garlington. Garlington is added. "It takes a lot of committed people soon be a reality. not a member but is helping with the crusade to run a program like this:' music. Fortunately he is joined by many volunteers Mort Juberg writes from Boring, Ore.

Some of the special music is furnished by Carl This large white tent, site of the evangelistic meetings, is strategically located on a busy thoroughfare. Parker. NPUC Gleaner Features 5 Steps Toward Addiction Recovery Can Mean Steps Toward Christ

By Jamie Gavin the physiology of substance abuse, and about denial in his or her own life. the relationships in their lives. Also, we need to realize that chemical This is the final part of a three-part series on This sort of program becomes most effec- dependency is a condition that continues chemical dependency and options for recovery. tive, though, as it encourages relationships even after successful recovery. Recovery is Jamie Gavin is director of the Recovery Center beyond the battered and ineffective human not a permanent cure. Even when a person for Akohol, Dmg and Other Addictive/Compul- ones and leads to a relationship that relies remains sober, the condition can and does sive Disorders at Walla Walla General Hospital. on the transforming power of God. progress. For a recovered person to take an- If you have questions about chemical dependency, The chemically dependent person does other drink after recovery is not to start or need help in finding local options for treatment this by taking the 12 steps developed for use again at the beginning of his or her addic- and recovery, you can confidentially call the in Alcoholics Anonymous (and later in tion, but to resume the addiction at a pro- Recovery Center 24 hours a day at (509) 522- Narcotics Anonymous). From a Christian gressed state. 4357 or at 1-800-525-0480, ext. 642. perspective, those 12 steps include: The most important thing for chemically 1. Admit powerlessness over addiction. dependent individuals and their families is When treatment finally begins for an 2. Believe that God can restore us to to continue to pursue recovery, even after addicted individual, some exciting things sanity. formal, intensive treatment. This sort of can happen. 3. Decide to turn will and life over to God. ongoing acknowledgement of and support For example, as I've suggested earlier, fully 4. Make a searching, fearless moral in- for recovery addiction is essential. 75 percent of those addicted can perman- ventory. 5. Admit to God, ourselves and another ently recover from their addiction if they Support Groups seek treatment. individual the exact nature of wrongs. Recovery, of course, also becomes a realistic 6. Be entirely ready to have God remove An excellent example of this type of prospect for codependent families (in other all of these character defects. treatment is the Christ-centered support words, families who have become addicted to 7. Humbly ask God to remove our short- groups that are part of SDAXA (Seventh- the addict, who intentionally or unintention- comings. day Adventists for the EXTINCTION OF ally encourage the continued addiction of the 8. Make a list of people harmed, and be ADDICTION), a program founded by Hal chemically dependent person). willing to make amends to each. Gates, pastor of the Poulsbo, Wash., Sev- And, finally, for the Christian, treatment 9. Make direct amends to all, except for enth-day Adventist Church (206) 779-4746. for chemical dependency provides vivid those where it would injure them or These groups, which can be found through- proof of the power of God in our lives. others. out the Northwest and the United States, There are several options for treatment. 10. Continue to take personal inventory; offer Christ-centered, "12-step" support to The three main types include: promptly admitting when we are wrong. those recovering from addictions. • Aversion therapy. Develops aversion to 11. Use prayer to improve conscious con- For those who do not have an SDAxA drugs or alcohol by using other chemi- tact with God; praying for knowledge group meeting in their area, programs such cals. Treats symptoms of addiction, but of His will and the power to carry it out. as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anon- adds more pain for the addicted person, 12. After experiencing spiritual awakening ymous and AlAnon are all excellent options and does not get to the roots of the through these steps, carry the message for ongoing recovery for chemically depen- problem. of recovery to others who are addicted; dent individuals and their families. Other • Psychological. More effective, as it ad- always practice these principles in all local Christian churches may also have Christ- dresses some of the psychological causes of life's affairs. centered recovery and support groups. for addiction, but does not promote or Once again, this can be the most exciting necessarily address lifestyle changes. part of the recovery process. In the midst of Rejoining the Family • Family based "12-step" lifestyle treatment these 12 steps is nothing less than a process program. The most effective treatment, of spiritual growth that is the model of right- Finally, just as treatment is not only for as it involves family, and moves beyond eousness by faith — acknowledging our power- the addict, but for his or her family as well, treatment of symptoms to bring about lessness as we receive the power of God. ongoing recovery is most effective as it whole life changes. It approaches recov- In turn, I believe that a Christian treat- continues to involve the family of the ad- ery through the power of God. ment program can be similar to the Schools dicted individual. of the Prophets as people are taught how Chemical dependency is a disease that to develop a relationship with God, and destroys the lives and relationships of ad- The Best Treatment how to gain power from that relationship. dicted individuals — even of some Seventh- The biggest challenge (and hope) for the day Adventists. But at the heart of the hope individual receiving treatment is to do more for recovery from this disease is a Power that Breaking Denial than just become a dry drunk, but to achieve restores lives and relationships. sobriety and serenity. Treatment is simply a catalyst. Power and As Christians, we've experienced the Through a lifestyle treatment program re- change only come into the lives of the ad- power of God. lying on the 12 steps, this becomes a possi- dicted individual and his or her family as As we face the challenges of recovering bility. In these programs, treatment acts as they admit their powerlessness. Before any- from chemical dependency, we have the a catalyst for change, for beginning a process thing — and most significantly, before exciting opportunity to become intimately of spiritual growth and recovery. It does this receiving the power of God for recovery — acquainted with that transforming power as it teaches people about their bodies, about a person must break through the power of once again. 6 Features October 7, 1991

Our Roots Augusta Moorhouse: The Northwest's First Adventist

By Doug Johnson grew so large that the windows had to be Stephen Maxson joined his children in removed so that the people outside could worship at the Brethren Church, but he also In the late 1850s, Sabbath-keeping Ad- hear. continued to observe the Sabbath. ventists consisted of a small group of about Thomas Moorhouse, a man of temper, When Augusta learned of the Maxsons, 3,000 believers. It had no organization, few cared little for his wife's Adventism. In fact, she made a trip to visit them. She intro- church buildings and only three tents to use it upset him so much that he pulled up duced them to the Review and Herald and for evangelistic meetings. In spite of these stakes from where he and Augusta had asked them why they were going to church limited resources, leaders began to hold a farmed for more than 20 years. He then on Sunday. As a result of Augusta's visit, the number of evangelistic meetings in the state moved his family by ox-drawn wagon across Stephen Maxson family stopped attending of Iowa. the Oregon Trail to the newly opened up the Brethren Church. In the summer of 1859, M.E. Cornell and Walla Walla Valley in the Washington Augusta continued visiting the Maxsons Moses Hull brought a tent into Knoxville, Territory. to share her faith. But this irritated J.F. Iowa. As soon as they erected the tent, Thomas selected a homestead of 160 acres Wood. He had heard enough of Augusta church members from other denominations about eight miles south of Walla Walla at and the Sabbath issue. So he moved his began spreading a rumor that Cornell and the base of the Blue Mountains. By locating family to Windsor, Calif. Hull were Mormon polygamists. his family in this remote region, Thomas In 1868 there were more than 500,000 Instead of keeping the people away from had succeeded in isolating them. There individuals living in the state of California. the meetings, however, the rumor aroused were no other Adventists in the Northwest Of this population only 50 were Seventh- interest. Between 600 and 800 attended the at that time. Augusta was the first. From all day Adventists. But poor J.F. Wood ended evangelistic meetings each evening. As a appearances Thomas had succeeded in get- up moving next door to one of them — result a church of 50 was established. It grew ting his family away from Adventism. William Nichols. within several months to a membership of But Thomas had misjudged the determi- As if that were not bad enough, it hap- 100. nation of his German wife. Though isolated pened that the very first Adventist ministers One of those who came to these meetings from other Adventists, Augusta remained Q.N. Loughborough and D.T. Bordeau) to and accepted Adventism was a farmer's wife true to her beliefs. She also faithfully read work in California had arrived that very by the name of Augusta Moorhouse. the Review and Herald as well as her Bible. summer and had set up their tent in Though born in Germany, Augusta had Then one day Augusta learned of another Windsor. come to Iowa as a child. In time she had family, the Stephen Maxsons, who were When William Nichols invited J.F. Wood met and married Thomas Moorhouse. keeping the Sabbath in the Walla Walla to the meetings, Wood decided to attend. In March of 1860, James and Ellen White Valley. They were Seventh-day Baptists. Several months later he accepted the traveled to Knoxville. They wanted to see Stephen, his son (Samuel), and his son- message. He became so excited about and encourage these new believers who in-law (James Franklin Wood) had all taken Adventism that he moved back to the made up the largest group of Sabbath- up homesteads in 1859 several miles north Washington Territory so that he could share keeping Adventists west of the Mississippi of the Moorhouse homestead. When the his faith. Soon the Maxsons and a number River. three families had come to the area, of others had joined with Augusta and the As the Whites approached Knoxville, the Stephen's son and son-in-law had wanted J.F. Wood family to form the first group of rumor that they were Mormon polygamists nothing to do with religion. But several Seventh-day Adventists in the Pacific surfaced again. A few residents wanted to years later the two families experienced Northwest. tar and feather them. But after listening to conversion at a revival started by several For almost 10 years Augusta Moorhouse the Whites speak in the courthouse the Brethren ministers. So these two families was isolated from other Seventh-day Ad- people calmed down. Eventually the crowds had started attending the Brethren Church. ventists in the remote Walla Walla Valley. But she did not give up her faith. Instead she shared it with others. In time Adven- tism took root. In a little town in eastern Oregon (Wes- ton) where this writer lives is a small ceme- tery. It is located on a hill behind our home. In this cemetery is the final resting place of Augusta Moorhouse. On her tombstone are these words, "Revelation 14:12, Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus:'

Stephen Maxson Lois Maxson James Franklin Caroline Wood Wood Doug Johnson writes from Weston, Ore. NPUC Gleaner Features 7 Vegetarian Restaurant Opens In Southeast Portland

By Mon Juberg The New Earth Restaurant is open each week day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., except on Ever since Bernhard Ruppel joined the Fridays when it closes earlier in the after- Adventist Church in the late 1950s, he has noon. Sunday hours are from noon to 5 p.m. realized how practical are Ellen G. White's The Ruppels use no animal products, no counsels on following a healthful lifestyle. fats and no artificial ingredients in their That's the main reason he and his wife cooking. Everything is mixed from scratch. Emily recently opened the New Earth For sweetening they use a fruit syrup con- Buffet and Bake Shop in Clackamas, Ore. centrate or honey. Besides preparing the Through the years, they have shared their meals, they bake their own whole-grain ideas of better living. breads and sell an assortment of pastries. "While we lived in Georgia, our four The location of the restaurant is 15571 children needed some employment so we S.E. 82nd Drive, just north of Hwy. 212-224, started a small bakery, a home place where one of the busiest intersections in the we sold homemade bread:' Ruppel says. Southeast section of Portland. In the ensuing years he taught church The restaurant menus vary from day to school in many areas, always seeking to day with specials to attract customers, many share the message of well being. While of whom are vegetarians and delight in find- teaching in Cheney, Wash., he showed his ing an eatery that meets their needs. church school students how to bake bread, The Ruppels haven't dared to advertise and they spent two or three hours a week widely because, at present, there are only in this endeavor. two of them. But they are looking for help. Later, the couple opened a bakery at Bella "In this work we are seeking to reveal Coola Academy in British Columbia that God's love through food and we put in the still thrives. Before this, those living in the time and effort to make it as tasty as isolated valley had to bring bread in from possible:' Emily explains. "We'd like to find 300 miles away. two or three people who are dedicated to

Bernhard and Emily Ruppel have opened a vegetarian restaurant in Clackamas, Ore., a sutaicm 3 ESS Portland suburb. revealing God's love in this way, and we DIET. would like to teach them what we know." Many of the tables in the restaurant have POVE copies of Ministry of Healing and Steps to Christ. "We spend time talking to people about REMEDIES.' - spiritual things and seek to encourage them," Emily says. ki A large sign on the wall sums up the philosophy of the New Earth Buffet. The quotation from Ministry of Healing reads: "Pure air, sunlight, abstemiousness, rest, exercise, proper diet, the use of water, trust in Divine Power: these are the true remedies:'—,4

. . . Christfike gfe is the most powerful argument that can be advanced in favor of Christianity. .. 9 Testimonies, p. 21 Against the prominent backdrop of a quotation from Ministry of Healing, Bernhard Ruppel visits with two of his customers. 8 News October 7, 1991

Stay Well WALLA WALLA A Date With A COLLEGE

Five-Year-Old WWC To Sponsor John Brunt and Dale Hepker. Hepker, European Tour WWC professor of English, has previously By Janet Wilkinson led several tours to Europe, Mexico and the The Walla Walla College Office of Holy Lands. "This trip will be a real learn- My son and I were in a restaurant en- Continuing Education is planning for a ing experience, both for the tourist and the joying each others' company and his favorite European tour scheduled for June 17 Bible scholar:' Hepker says. food — pizza. I turned the conversation to through July 21, 1992. A few spots of interest include Mount a more serious note and asked him why he The tour celebrates Walla Walla College's Nebo, Jericho, a ride on the Sea of Galilee, seemed sad lately. He said he didn't want centennial year and will include visits to a kibbutz, Bethlehem, Mount Sinai, the to tell me. After some prodding he told me major European cities such as Paris, Geneva, Sphinx and the pyramids. The group will it was because, "I make mistakes all the Florence, Rome, Venice, Salzburg, Cologne, join an archaeological dig at the Madaba time:' Amsterdam and London. Plains. I was the sad one now! I assured him that The tour cost will cover 35 days of travel, Those interested in the tour should sign everyone makes mistakes. Mom makes lodging, breakfasts and a round-trip ticket up as soon as possible. mistakes. And I told him that it's okay if from Seattle, Wash., to London. Most other For more information, contact Dale Hep- the man you draw has legs that aren't the meal costs are not included. ker at Walla Walla College, 204 S. College same length. I reminded him of the things Tour Director Dale Hepker, WWC profes- Ave., College Place, WA 99324, or phone he did well. sor of English, has previously led several (509) 527-2235. For information on the If I hadn't taken the time for that date, tours to Europe, Mexico and the Holy archaeological dig, contact Doug Clark, I wouldn't have been able to lift that heavy Lands. (509) 527-2194. weight off his little shoulders. (And the "Although this trip is geared to the tour- occasional stomachaches he had been ist:' says Hepker, "it will be more than just having never returned.) Time alone gives a regular tourist-type trip. Those who come you a chance to know your child and learn return with a lot of information of WWC Radio KGTS what is going on inside his head. You can educational and historical significance:' correct the "lies" he may be telling himself. Annual Sharathon Another important reason for dates is just KGTS-FM, Walla Walla College's non- to have fun together. Parents get too serious commercial radio station, will hold its and too focused on responsibilities. It gives annual Sharathon Oct. 14-16. us a chance to be kids with our kids. Try Holy Land Tour More than 50 percent of the station's op- miniature golfing, going out to eat, riding Planned by WWC erating budget comes from listener dona- bikes, lingering over some frozen yogurt, or tions, most of which are pledged during the shopping for a new, small toy. The Walla Walla College Office of station's annual three-day fund raiser. The Dates also build your child's self-esteem. Continuing Education is planning a Holy station's donation goal this year is $89,000. He feels so important when Mom, Dad, or Lands tour for July 26-Aug. 9, 1992. Last year's goal of $72,000 was exceeded by a Grandparent takes time just for him. After The tour will include Jordan, Israel and $4,000. dates with my children, I've noticed that Egypt, with a possible extension to Turkey The three Sharathon days will be em- they are more confident and content, and and Greece at additional cost. phasized as church day, community day and they whine less. You have filled their love The tour cost will cover all major family day. Pledges made on community day bucket (emotional tank). expenses except most lunches, tips and will be matched by a private donor and will Sometime today ask your child or grand- taxes. It also includes a round-trip ticket help support a leper colony in Nepal child what he would like to do with you. from New York. through the Adventist Development and Put the date on your calendar. You may, like Hosting the tour will be Doug Clark, Relief Agency (ADRA). me, find that you have as much fun as he does. 4

Janet Wilkenson, M.P.H., writes from Yakima, Wash. Adventist EDUCATION Nionrtitt god has a heaven full of Gem State Welcomes 197. Nearly half of the students are new this year. blessings that 1-k wants to be- Many New Students stow on those who ate earnestly To start the year off right and to give students an opportunity to get acquainted seeking for that help which the The gym at Gem State Adventist Academy echoed with more than 180 pairs before serious classes started, the first school Lonf alone can give. of feet during registration on August 18. day was spent at Wild Waters — a water 1 Bible commentary, p. 1087 Even more students have arrived since slide in Boise. Sandi Kelley, a new freshman, registration, bringing current enrollment to stated: "At Wild Waters we really had a lot NPUC Gleaner News 9 of fun. We swam, went down water slides, and did an awful lot of talking. Some kids were very nervous about meeting new people, but overall it wasn't that scary being a new student at Gem State Academy:' In addition to the fun at GSAA, students continue to have plenty of work oppor- tunities in the local industries. Rhodes International expanded its Bake-N-Serve plant on campus and added two new shifts for more flexibility in offering jobs. Students receiving scholarships and matching work These Portland Adventist Academy juniors attend the Lincoln City satellite campus. aid often make six dollars per hour or more, making it possible for students to pay their teacher, desks, textbooks and even fuzzy whole way at Gem State Academy. caterpillars into the church Teen Room. The first week at the Academy closed Across the parking lot, the main school with a traditional outdoor vespers at Lizard building sported fresh paint, carpet in the Butte — a local landmark near Marsing, hallways, and wallpaper in the kitchen. Idaho. Students spread out on the lava At Lincoln City Junior Academy, enroll- outcropping with a beautiful view of the ment has more than doubled since 1988, Snake River and Treasure Valley farms. from 35 to 76. Four of those students are Pastor Duane Kluchesky from the Caldwell, the first 11th-grade students in a 10-grade Idaho, Church presented the evening junior academy. In a unique pilot project, message. the four are part of a satellite campus of For more information on the education Portland Adventist Academy. Not only will program, growing opportunities and social parents and teachers be watching their aca- atmosphere at the school, contact Gem demic progress, the superintendent of State Adventist Academy (208) 459-2624. Oregon's schools and the members of the Columbia students introduce themselves to K-10 Board of Education will be evaluating Kelly Bock, new principal. this new method of providing high school Oregon Students Fill education closer to home. Academy staff as principal. The school's Most students at Columbia Adventist new treasurer is Starla Dunlap. Milo Ad- Conference Classrooms Academy probably showed more interest in ventist Academy opened the school year "Concentrate, concentrate;' urged Vickie friends than in the condition of the Admin- still searching for a new business manager. Altman to one of her squirming first graders istration Building. But to campus veterans, In the K-10 system, seven men and five at Rivergate Adventist School (Gladstone, a new $26,000 metal roof provided a shield women have become new principals or head Ore.). against early fall rains and a thousand points teachers in their respective schools. Not only was the student learning about of daylight in an otherwise dark attic. On the first day of classes, 2,415 kinder- a new world, Altman herself had come to The Oregon Office of Education includes garten to 10th-grade students had registered a new school — one bulging at the seams a new superintendent, Ed Boyatt. With the for classes. All three Oregon Conference and overflowing into the adjacent Glad- transfer of academic records to the respec- academies had more students than called stone Park Church. With more first and tive academy campuses, there is one less for in their budgets. second graders than one classroom would position in the department this fall. Kelly "Official registration numbers for General hold, the school had imported an additional Bock has joined the Columbia Adventist Conference statistical reports are not due until three weeks after schools begin," ex- plained Ed Boyatt, superintendent. "We ex- pect that the K-12 enrollment will be larger than last fall:' That is good news to Oregon's Executive Committee, the K-12 Board of Education, and to those who spent their summer re- cruiting students. Jay E. Prall

Rivergate's Vicki Altman confers with two Ponape? Jack Sample's students at Pleasant View may need to be able to spell the word, point it out students in their off-campus room at the on a map, as well as enjoy firsthand mission stories from their transplanted teacher. adjacent Gladstone Park Church. 10 News October 7, 1991

ence-wide educational system through Washington Educators committee work or as a resource person; Thankfulness Prompts Honor Special Pastors recruitment of students; promotion of the Work Bee Enthusiasm local church school to constituent mem- The Washington Conference Office of Sunlight streamed through the window bers; and marketing of Adventist education. Education has begun a program of honoring blinds. The clock read 6 a.m., and the first Some of the activities of those selected church pastors for significant contribution thought that came to mind was . . . to the support of the conference educational include developing and implementing an motorcycle ride. But as the mental fog system and the local church school. Pastors annual weekend program that emphasized cleared, I remembered the school clean-up given recognition are selected from nomi- the importance of Adventist education by work bee was scheduled for that day. I nations made by pastoral colleagues, local having nationally-renowned educational thanked God for the privilege of being school board members, school administra- speakers, seminars on educational topics, blessed with a school to clean. tors and teachers. musical programs, and recreational activi- The work bee was a joint effort sponsored Criteria used by two screening commit- ties; weekly worships, baptismal classes, and by the Forest Park School Home and School tees include support given as a local board special religious programs; building a five- Association and the Social Committee. member; time and energy given to the class- classroom school with modem gymnasium Approximately 40 members from the Forest room teacher, school principal or head and cafeteria; and developing demographic Park and the Marysville, Wash., churches teacher; contributions made to the confer- studies and research projects. began their work day with windows to wash, floors to mop, lockers to clean, flowers to plant, lawns to mow, and construction to begin on the playground and track. Even children joined in the work. Home and School provided a hot soup and cornbread lunch. When it was time to leave, Marydean Royal, third and fourth-grade teacher, com- mented: "It is such a good feeling to have everyone come, pitch in and take care of the school:' Someone suggested the care of the school is the responsibility of the whole church. Mrs. Royal then said, "Yes, it is, but it feels great to be reminded!" Honored for their contributions to Christian education are, left to right, Bruce Moore, Auburn City Church; Byron Dulan, Maranatha Church; Maylan Schurch, Bellevue Church; Roger Ferris, Ren- Kami Borg ton Church; Mike Edge, Forks and Port Angeles churches. Not pictured: Greg Nelson, Auburn Academy Church; Roy Lemon, formerly of Everett Forest Park Church, now pasturing in Phoenix, Ariz.

Ted Zelka, caught in the act of changing the vacuum cleaner bag.

11111C1111ile'' Portland Adventist Computers Angie Beck, personal computing and keyboarding instructor at Portland Adventist Academy, taught her first classes on the newly installed IBM-compatible computers Monday, Sept. 9. "We got part way through basic Word Perfect;' she said. "Saving, naming, retrieving — that's about all we covered. "All four classes got that far. Now some of them, the ones that have had some keyboarding before, will be working out of the typing books. Those who have no experience on a keyboard will work on the Alphabetic Keyboarding program," she added. Between Beck's four classes, and Steffen Moller's one, the computers are very busy. However, idle computers are programmed to display this image: "Go Away — I'm Asleep!" Gordon Sheidler taking a well-deserved dinner Shelley Banfe break, giving new meaning to the term "multi- purpose" lawn maintenance equipment. NPUC Gleaner News 11

with approximately 40 more students than UCA Enrollment Jumps last year joining the "Lion's Pride." So large By 20 Percent was the sophomore class (78 at last count) that additional sections in English, biology, Upper Columbia Academy's year began and geometry had to be added, in addition with a bang, both literally and figuratively. The Sunday eveninng of registration, 242 to hiring an additional staff member. students began the new year with the tra- Joining the sophomores are 59 seniors, 66 ditional handshake and a not so traditional juniors, and 40 freshmen. fireworks display, courtesy of the Associated Students from as far away as Georgia and Student Body. British Columbia have joined us at UCA. UCAs enrollment also seemed to explode Tammy McGuire

Palmer kindergarten VBS campers enjoy a craft session.

strengthens me;' Philippians 4:13, was em- CONFERENCE phasized in every activity. Through songs, games, stories, crafts, prayers, skits, and new friendships formed, NEWS the campers learned confidence and trust in God's love. In a continuing skit, Bear, played by Alicia Hensel, learned to solve Vacation Bible School when more than 80 his problems with the help of the counselor, campers, including 55 non-Adventists, played by Fran Baca, who provided learn- ALASKA attended "Camp Can Do" to discover their ing situations from Bible stories. gifts through God's strength. One of the highlights at "Camp Can Do" With the help of approximately 20 assis- was the "Talent Store" where the children tants, Director Glenna Brady and Fran Baca were able to redeem their hard-earned tal- Palmer VBS Attracts made this week-long "camp out" a memor- ents (awarded by their counselors) which the Can-Do Campers able experience for the campers. Weeks of campers had earned for commendable acts planning and preparation paid off when performed. They also had opportunities at Picture this: sleeping bags, campfires, VBS staff members were able to offer a home to earn extra talents when unsolicited backpacks, counselors, sneakers, and a bear. meaningful, spiritual and fun experience for deeds or chores were performed, and the With the exception of the infamous Alaskan the children, ages 3-12. The scriptural talents were signed by their parents. This mosquitoes, this was the scene at the Palmer theme, "I can do all things in Him who incentive brought positive comments from parents and encouraged the children to re- turn day after day. Most-sought-after prizes were the balloons, yo-yos, and posters. To culminate the week, the campers pre- sented a program for their parents. The parents enjoyed the presentation in songs, ceremony, skits, and praise. During the view- ing of the crafts, refreshments were served to many parents, campers, and VBS work- ers, whose help contributed to the success of "Camp Can Do:' Mary LaVamway

Juniors practice for evening VBS program in honor of their parents. Outstanding Camp Season Enjoyed in Alaska The visit of a group of 23 young volun- teers from the Loma Linda, Calif., Filipino Mark Carr Leads Youth Ministry Church capped an outstanding camping In Alaska summer for Alaskan children. Pastor Mark Carr held four youth camps for After hosting 90 campers over a three- the Alaska Conference during 1991. In addi- week period at Camp Tukuskoya, camp tion to his youth duties, Carr serves as pastor organizers welcomed the Loma Linda of the Palmer-Wasilla Church district, and his staff has served the largest number of campers volunteers who built a new crafts cabin dur- ever to meet in Alaska. During camp meeting ing their stay. he coordinated the building of an extra cabin In addition, they built a roof over the out- for camp meeting use. Filipino volunteers from door dishwashing area. Campers of the fu- Loma Linda provided the labor. Pastor Carr is Alaskan born. He and his wife, Sharon, are the ture will appreciate the roof as protection parents of Tyler and Melissa. against camp-time rain. Meanwhile in the Southeast, Camp Lor- 12 News October 7, 1991 mine hosted 60 campers, a record for recent campers, so they advertised on the local Blind. Ed Olsen and staff came together years. The Oregon camp-directing team has radio station. This doubled the number of once again to treat blind young people tc earned a good reputation for conducting ex- campers from the year before. Eighty camp- a summer experience at the lake. Campers cellent camps there. Carolyn Betlinski and ers, aged 7-15, deluged the little camp on Bill, Godfrey, Mike, and Cheryl (to name her adventuresome volunteers have earned Lake Aleknigik. a few) have become regular attenders at a special place in Alaskan hearts. In addition to these three camps, groups camp in Alaska. Far, far away on a picture-postcard lake in Nome and Kotzebue conducted a camp "Camp" is basic in Alaska. Drapes and along the Western coast of Alaska, a rec- for more than 20 local children earlier in carpets are for homes, not camp cabins. ord crowd attended Camp Polaris. Pastor the summer. When it gets a little chilly at night, Alaskan Rollin Hixson and Guest Director Beverly The final camp of the year was hosted by campers just stoke the fire. Bliss believed they were ready for more Tukuskoya and national Camps for the Mark E Carr

`Walking With Jesus' Headlines Alaska Camp Meeting

By Nita Hinman

Robert Folkenberg holds a lively question and answer session Sabbath afternoon at 4:30 p.m. The open discussion was affirmed by spontan- eous applause from the congregation.

A variety of outstanding music is heard throughout the-camp meeting. The Southcentral Singers from Anchorage give an excellent concert on Sabbath afternoon with Robert Folkenberg as guest soloist. Pictured: Bill Hinman, Loa Jordan, Eric Restad, Shirley Nobrega, Steve Libby, Deanna Scott, and Doug Ness.

Bob Bretsch, pastor of the College View Church in Lincoln, Neb., speaks Wednesday through Friday evenings, as well as for the morning de- votionals.

James L. Stevens (left), the new Alaska Conference president, is pictured with his wife, Rita, and Anita and Robert Folkenberg. Folkenberg spoke at the 11 a.m. hour and in the afternoon on Sabbath.

Bob Wilson, a blind minister recently retired from the Review and Herald, leads out in a dynamic lesson study for Sabbath school. Pastor Jim Osborne (pictured), Anchorage Northside Alaska has a higher percentage of pilots per capita than any other state (one for every four people). Church pastor and Church Ministries director, Here, the "Singing Pilots" present special music for Sabbath School. Several Adventist pilots is superintendent. were unable to sing because they were involved in the childrens' divisions (or don't qualify as "singing" pilots). Nita Hinman writes from Anchorage, Alaska. NPUC Gleaner News 13

his wife Jan will give a special musical program, and Judd will teach the Sabbath A well-balanced character is school lesson. Birch's sermon at 11:00 will be titled formed by single acts well per- "What Is Worship?" The Caldwell Church formed IDAHO invites all guests to attend a fellowship Messages to Young Peopfe, p. 144 dinner in the community services building at noon. From 2-4 p.m., Heise will speak about Caldwell Church Plans music in the worship service. After a short Worship Conference break, Marvin Moore will discuss the topic, "Bringing Positive Change in the Worship The Caldwell, Idaho, Church will con- Service." A former pastor, Moore is now a duct a weekend worship conference Oct. 11 book editor at Pacific Press. The afternoon and 12. Alf Birch, the Church Ministries event will conclude with another praise director of the North Pacific Union, will service from 5 to 6 p.m. lead out. From 7:30 to 9 p.m., Heise and Judd will Assisting Birch with music will be Lyle conduct a workshop on "Electronic Heise and Warren Judd. Heise, who is senior Keyboards and Transparencies?' This will be pastor of the La Sierra University Church a "hands-on" event in which Judd will show in California, is a concert pianist and a what can be done with the synthesizer. specialist in classical church music. Warren People in the audience will be able to play Judd, whose specialty is gospel music, is the synthesizer and experiment with its Eagle Vacation Bible School known for his skill with electronic key- possibilities. boards. Children love crafts at the Eagle, Idaho, Vaca- The Caldwell Church invites delegations tion Bible School, but it takes many adults to The weekend will begin with a praise from churches throughout the North Pacific guide little hands. Thirty-eight children attended, service at 7:30 on Friday night. The next Union to attend. There will be no charge, while in an effort to reach adults, a class entitled morning, during Sabbath school, Judd and "What Happens When People Pray" was offered. but offerings will be taken to help defray Debbie Messecar led out in the VBS program expenses. For additional information, call with the assistance of an efficient staff. Pastor Bill Hull (208) 459-1105 or Marvin James Gray Moore (208) 454-9762. Gem State Adventist Academy: A Conference Stands Behind It

By Leon Comforth This can only come about by "A Genu- ine Try" by each family in the Idaho Con- Most parents genuinely try to rear and sup- ference to help in many ways to support port their children in an appropriate and Gem State Adventist Academy. purposeful manner. It takes thought, effort, We genuinely thank each family who is finance, and love to rear our children in the "genuinely trying" to contribute "one dollar nurture and admonition of our great God, a day" through their own local church trea- so they will become productive and respon- surer marked "GSAA" or "One Giant Step sible pillars in God's great superstructure of for GSAA." It is already helping our admin- tomorrow. istrators to lift the financial load, but we Pocatello Pathfinders Baptized While children are living at home with need many others to join this group to com- The 1991 Pathfinder Sabbath in Pocatello, their parents, genuine effort is put forth to pletely eradicate the financial debt. Idaho, centers on two Pathfinder baptisms. Julia keep costs as low as possible. When they It has been said, "Where there is a will Hollister and Chris Dingman, following a leave for the academy the cost naturally there is a way!" I would like to appeal to 10-week baptismal class, commit their lives to a life of study, service, and obedience to their rises, and it becomes necessary for the every member of the Idaho Conference to creator, Jesus Christ. church members of the entire conference check your own will power and ascertain if Two pastors, George Shaver and Ron Dor- to recognize that keeping the academy you are "Genuinely Trying" to contribute chuck, participated in the baptismal service. financially sound is not just the respon- at least one dollar per family per day to the Pastor Shaver assisted the Pathfinder staff dur- ing the baptismal course work and also heard the sibility of parents alone but of each and work of teaching our youth at Gem State baptismal vows. Pastor Dorchuck delivered the every church member in the conference. Adventist Academy. sermonette and led the two Pathfinders to their As Gem State Adventist Academy If we all "genuinely try," the burden will watery grave and resurrection of new life in Jesus. opened this year, there were 195 students be light, and students and church members The service was enhanced when the parents of both baptismal candidates publically shared enrolled. Just think of it — 195 young, alike will be blessed by the One who gave their parental blessings with their child. Other heaven-bound bundles of excitement and all that all might be blessed. highlights included a personal testimony by each intrigue sitting at the feet of consecrated candidate, and two musical selections by the Christian instructors and leaders. Leon Comforth writes from Boise, Idaho. Pathfinder club members. 14 News October 7, 1991

to visualize its impact in your community, plan to visit this event. A people-powered Cans for Jesus ferris wheel, built by local member Prince Baker, will be a prime attraction. By Michelle Liggett these things. The Lord is coming soon and For more information, contact Ardie it is important to teach the children of His Earhart by phoning (503) 757-7406. works:' said Katie's mom, Bonnie. Cans for Jesus" is the expression used Katie's dad, Gene, has donated damaged by two-year-old Ryan Herbel every time he farm pipe and scrap metal for recycling. But Two Women's Retreats sees a can. His older sister, Katie, has been Katie has to do most of the work. She has recycling to earn money for Russian Bibles. already raised $130 and plans on raising Scheduled in Oregon The Bibles will be used in the outreach of more. She has also influenced many of her Oregon's Women's Ministries has ex- the Idaho Conference in Operation Bear- cousins and friends. Katie's cousins have panded its support programs by establish- hug to Russia in October. already started to recycle, too. ing an Adventist Widowed of Oregon Katie is five years old and the daughter support group (see August 5 issue) and by of Gene and Bonnie Herbel. They live on Michelle Liggett is a senior at Gem State publishing a newsletter designed for women the campus of Gem State Academy in Cald- Adventist Academy. elders. well, Idaho. Katie has been collecting cans, In addition to seminars, prayer circles and jars, tin, newspapers, pipes, stainless steel, study groups, annual retreats have become cardboard, and anything else that can be a significant part of the friendship develop- recycled. All of the money is applied to the ment among Oregon Conference women. Bibles. "It's more than getting together as women She got the idea from Our Little Friend. that binds us:' says Janet Haley, avid retreat The magazine ran a story about children Ryan and mender. "It's an opportunity like no other who were helping do things for Jesus. Katie Katie Herbel in our busy lives to share miracles as well was concerned because she wasn't helping as problems, to focus on our spiritual needs, Jesus. and to join together in unified prayer:' "I am glad Katie is doing this as a child. Five years ago, Haley brought her friend, I hope she will do it when she is old. . . . who was studying to be baptized, to Oregon's You have to take time to teach your children first women's retreat at Trestleglen Camp. "It was wonderful!" Haley says. "We laughed, we cried, we walked together in the woods, we sang, we prayed. It brought OREGON us close to each other and to the Lord:' Others express similar sentiments as they recount the favorite parts of their retreat experiences. Warm fellowship, good food and peaceful surroundings are memories as meaningful as learning more about God's plan for women, His abiding love, and rec- ognizing that others understand where they have been, and where they want to be. In the past, conference retreats in the north and south of the state have been held at camp-like settings. This year's schedule again offers two choices, but only one is at a traditional away-from-it-all spot near Med- ford, Oct. 25-27. The other will be at Lin- coln City's Shilo Inn, Oregon's newest con- vention center, Nov. 8-10. Retreats have been so successful that local church groups are planning their own. Ruthie Jacobsen, Women's Ministries direc- Youngsters Give Shower tor, explains the philosophy of retreats: "Our Forest Grove Earliteen girls brought together the ladies of the Church recently for breakfast in honor lives today are often hectic as well as lonely, of Renee Apple, expectant mother. The girls, with the help of their mothers and leaders, gave a baby and sometimes it doesn't seem we have time shower. Shown with Renee Apple (in chair) are (clockwise from right of Renee), Krista Rice, Melissa for reflection. More than ever, we need to Sturgis, Brittany Apple, Carrera Lizzi, Lisa Shelton, Rachel Fjarli, and Tami Rice. reach out to other women. In a retreat Geri Warmanen setting there is ample opportunity for restoration and for rejoicing:' being co-sponsored by the Corvallis Kiwanis Helen R. Smith Corvallis Health Fair Club and will include various runs, a yolks- Invites Participation walk, healthful food, and more than 25 The Corvallis, Ore., Seventh-day booths manned by local health organi- 5t is a solemn thing to die, Adventist Church is planning its second zations including the local hospital and but a far mow solemn thing to health fair on Sunday, Oct. 20, at the medical clinic. live. 5 Eestimordes, p. 466 LaSells Stewart Center in Corvallis. It is To discover what a health fair is like, and NPUC Gleaner News 15

UPPER COLUMBIA

Blue Mountain Members Give Literature Packs On a recent Sabbath afternoon, members and Pathfinders of the Blue Mountain Church distributed packets, which included Bible Readings for the Home Circle, invitations to obtain the Kenneth Cox Dimensions of Prophecy videotapes, free offers for Bible study guides and a letter from the pastor. Those who were not home received the material in plastic bags that slipped over the Molalla Bible School doorknobs. One thousand packets were Ambitious craft projects, illustrated nature stories and memorization of Bible portions were part distributed in three hours to Weston, of the daily fare at the Molalla, Ore., Vacation Bible School this summer. Athena, Helix, Adams and all the outlying Fifty children enrolled in the one-week school, held mornings. Director Cindy Hepler says that about 20 of those registered were from non-member families. The theme, "Jesus Is My Friend" was farm area residents. interwoven into the songs, stories and Bible lessons. Follow-up work continues with positive The children constructed practical items such as birdhouses and bird feeders, and colorful fun crafts responses. like pom porn magnet worms and spool dolls. As a scripture text reminder, they made and wore "Salva- Dottie LeFore tion Helmets:' Daily nature stories were given by Pastor Richard Morris and John Marriott. The project involved numerous church members, including the ladies who prepared and served refreshments. Cindy Hepler Views of God Discussed By Lewiston Members Sincere Christian people throughout history have wrestled with divisive issues. What are appropriate methods for dealing with areas that require attention? What is present truth? What are the landmarks that never change? These questions were recently addressed by Alden Thompson, Professor of Theology, Walla Walla College, during a Lewiston, Idaho, Church service and in afternoon sessions. Thompson shared an illustration of a caw Training book and a code book as a helpful visualiza- Classes

Tuesday, Oct. 22 & 29 • 7-9 p.m. Conference Office. Downstairs Meeting Room. Door Open at Back Entrance Only. 1. Preparing and Presenting a Lay Evangelistic Series. PS106

2. Spiritual Growth: Dynamics of the Holy Spirit. CR101 3. Seventh-day Adventist Church Heritage. CR104

4. Discipling and Assimilating New Members. PEv151 For more information call: Personal Ministries Department Oregon Conference 652-2225 Preparing Christians for Life and Service Alden Thompson addresses Lewiston, Idaho, Everyone Welcome! congregation with gentle reminders to diligence in Bible study. 16 News October 7, 1991 tion for the church as it faces challenges arbitrary words and judgmental attitudes room for necessary growth and develop- before it. abound. ment, searching the Scriptures diligently. The "code book" approach to understand- In contrast, the "case book" approach Teachers are not afraid to present the Scrip- ing Scriptural truths paints a picture of a paints a surprisingly different picture of a tures in their full light, exposing both the God with a short fuse. This view results in God who has a very long fuse; a God who good and brutal elements. Lewiston mem- fear of deep Bible study; young people dis- is willing to roll up His sleeves and get His bers feel a fresh determination to work to- illusioned by inconsistent standards and hands dirty in order to get through the gether to hasten that day of Holy Spirit out- behaviors; people afraid to think for roadblocks in our minds, all the while pouring because of the insights shared by themselves; teachers who present the Scrip- preserving dignity and freedom of choice. Dr. Thompson. tures "glossy side up"; and churches where In this scenario, churches give time and Cheri Stowers

Operation Bearhug in Cheney, Wash. June Christensen's K-4 students at Four Winds Christian Academy in Cheney, Wash., prepare felts that will be taken to the Soviet Union this summer as a part of Operation Bearhug. Along with the felts, the FWCA students will also send 30 boxes of crayons and small colorbooks to children of the Soviet Union. Sue Patzer

Christian Fourth Annual Upper Columbia Conference Women's Retreat October 18-20, 1991 Camp MiVoden Hayden Lake, Idaho Retreat brochures are available in all UCC churches or contact: GUEST SPEAKER: LONDA Mrs. Sharon Hanson Upper Columbia Conference Corona, California P.O. Box 19039 Spokane, WA 99219 Because of limited space, reservations can only be accepted by written application—no phone reservations. NPUC Gleaner News 17

as a clown. He handed out gifts at the close of each program day and earned many hugs. WASHINGTON Daily special features included "Smoking Sam" by Pastor Roberts; oral hygiene, by Dan Smith, D.D.S.; and "Freddie the Fire Puyallup VBS Calls Engine," by Carl Groseclose of the local fire department. The miniature, remote-con- On Youth for Help trolled fire truck, complete with flashing Among the many persons who helped at lights, siren and squirting water, enthralled the Puyallup, Wash., Vacation Bible School, the Kindergarten division as children cried, four were young persons. John Hoffman, 13, "Squirt me next!" organized the recreation and was assisted by A puppet stage with "Rolf the Dog," Walter Cox, 14. Travis Culver, 13, ran the "Emma" the sheep and "Brownie Bunny," public address system and helped with crafts. on loan from the Federal Way, Wash., Jennifer Ross, 17, helped in the nursery. Church, were part of the general assembly "I was really pleased with the energy and programs. "The puppets were one of the best Walter Cox, John Hoffman, Travis Culver and enthusiasm of the young people who helped, things at Vacation Bible School," said Heidi Jennifer Ross played a major role in the success and I feel it was crucial to the success of Pate of the Primary division. of the recent Puyallup Vacation Bible School. the Vacation Bible School," said Pastor Bill Roberts. "The young people have a lot to offer:' "This is the best Vacation Bible School I've every been to," Amy Clayton, a junior, told the astonished director, Rhonda Erbenich. But the most popular person of all, according to Pastor Larry Zuchowski, was Ernie Corner, age 87, who made his debut

Puyallup Vacation Bible School enjoyed the assistance of young persons from the local church.

Washington and British Columbia Conferences present Valuegenesis: What Do We Know for Sure About Your Families? at the Family Life Convention — Hope, B.C. October 18-20 The clown and Freddie. An Event for: Church Family Life Coordinators Family Life Council Members Church Leaders All those interested in Family Life Weekend Events Include: Lectures • Workshops Resource Sharing • Sharing Time "—ISS1111 1 Everson Baptism Guest: Dr. V. Bailey Gillespie John and Linda Bassett from Blaine, Wash., were rebaptized recently as new members of the For information, call: Everson Church. Officiating was Pastor John Glass who made a special trip from Ogden, Washington Conference Family Life Department Utah, for the occasion. Ernestine Belts (206) 481-7171 18 News October 7 , 1991

Everson VBS Provides SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Complicated Fun CHURCH A pile of crafts ready to be assembled, loads of paper to be dispersed, a talent program to be tried, a precious group of wonderful people willing to give up weeding and canning for one full week, and 60 decidedly busy children from ages four to 14 keep entertained for three hours each day. Where do we go from there? Vacation Bible School shares Christ in all activities: from the wonderful animals Teachers and leaders brought success to Everson, Wash., VBS. that came to visit (a great homed owl and ENTIST a descented skunk that does sit-ups) to a slide show of children from Guatemala. Add CHURCH to these intriguing nature stories and a continued story, and everybody has a great time and Friday night comes all too soon. This was Vacation Bible School in Ever- son, Wash., this past summer.

The VBS experience is reflected in the sun-lit faces of all.

Windows of Heaven He Knew He Could Trust the Lord

As Shared by Willy Sparhawk One Sabbath afternoon Willy was on his way to a Bible study when the miracle hap- Sometimes here in the office I receive pened. It didn't look that way at first. While outstanding stories of God's providence he was trying to find the house for the Bible Children of many ages join in VBS activities. when our members are faithful in tithing. study a lady backed into his car. As Willy One of these stories, was shared with me looked at the damage to his car he was by Willy Sparhawk of Tacoma, Wash. thankful that no one was hurt. When I get discouraged these stories be- The insurance company settled his claim come very inspiring to me. for $600 cash, which Willy sent off to clear Willy's daughter was attending college the college account. Well what about the and the college expenses were multiplying. car, you ask? Willy was able to fix the car Prior to this time, Willy and his wife, himself, and again Willy saw the Lord at through much prayer and faith had decided work. to go on the plan of giving a double tithe Yes, the Lord did provide the needed to the Lord. funds in an unusual way. The college needed their funds and now Remember the promise, ". . . prove me his bills were coming in faster than he could now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I pay them. Finally, Willy was able to send will not open you the windows of heaven." $800 to the college, which he thought Ramona and I know from our own ex- would just about finish up the account. perience that after we return to the Lord Cheryl, his daughter, was in her final year a faithful tithe and offerings, He has more and getting ready to graduate. Three weeks than opened the windows of heaven for us. later, here came another bill from the col- lege for an additional $600. What was a per- Roy A. Wesson, treasurer.

son to do? Yet, Willy knew he could trust Do you have a tithe experience that you would be willing to share the Lord. Please send it to me. Craft leaders and assistants prepare for many children. NPUC Gleaner News 19

Adventist TV Station High-Impact Evangelism On Air in Seattle Planned for February A low-power television station has come LifeTrek is the newly-coined term head- ek on the air from a transmitter and antenna lining a planned multiple-meeting evan- STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION located on the Channel 22 tower on Capital gelistic thrust in the Washington Con- Hill in Seattle. This UHF station is on ference. channel 68 and can be received quite well Nearly 50 evangelistic meetings will The 30-second television spots will begin in the Greater Seattle area as well as on the begin in Washington Conference churches airing soon after Jan. 1, 1992, and continue east side of Lake Washington. and communities on Friday evening, Feb. through Feb. 28, 1992. Application was made by the Washington 28, 1992. Advertising on western Washing- Washington Conference President Lenard Conference in cooperation with Three ton television and the mailing of a brochure Jaecks, emphasized that "along with the Angels Broadcasting Network of Illinois. to the homes where meetings are conducted powerful advertising that will be done for The 3ABN organization provided the will provide a powerful advertising impact. the meetings we should all remember the financing and the technical expertise to put Similar advertising campaigns and multi- importance of personal work." The personal the station on the air. Channel 68 rebroad- ple meetings in 1987 and 1990 resulted in work that he refers to is individual church casts the 3ABN signal from satellite. 5,000 non-members in western Washington members giving Bible Studies, making Dennis N. Carlson attending Adventist evangelistic meetings. friends and making plans to invite others The term LifeTrek provides opportunities to the evangelistic meetings happening for creative television spot advertising. nearest them. Three spots are in production in a cooper- During Camp Meeting 1991, Washington ative work between Capstone Productions, Conference members gave and pledged headed by Jaime Parra, and the Adventist $80,000 toward the $150,000 budget for Media Center in Thousand Oaks, Calif. LifeTrek and conference evangelism. "The This cooperative production venture, difference between those two numbers rep- financed primarily by the Adventist Media resents the goal that remains to finance this Center, will feature spots that meet the bold outreach effort for our Lord:' says Roy everyday needs of the fast-paced modem Wesson, Washington Conference treasurer. lifestyle. These television spots will be He added, "Gifts marked conference evan- usable in other places in the future and will gelism or LifeTrek on the tithes and offer- be made available through the Adventist ing envelope will go toward the financing Media Center. of LifeTrek." GENERAL NEWS Voice of Prophecy Radio he had lived a Christian life for about a year Mission to Philippines in 1979-80, but then chose to live for the Ministers in Northwest world. "Living for the world," he explained, Tony and Cindy Ingersoll, members of the "I created and chose problems and sin in Olympia, Wash., Church, recently realized a "I am a recovering cocaine addict who is my life, divorced my wife, and sexually long-term dream when they were called to serve trying his hardest to get his life back as missionaries. abused and molested my two children. I am together, and through the power of the good They will be working under the auspices of on probation and in a sex-offender treat- Lord, I war writes Mike in a letter to the Adventist Frontier Missions, a self-supporting ment [program]." ministry operated by Adventist laymen in Voice of Prophecy. Mike, age 25, lives in cooperation with the Seventh-day Adventist But though he had no "remorse or em- Church. Oregon. He continues, "I really appreciate pathy for anyone — totally self-centered;' Tony and Cindy, with children Ben and Nate, the New Life Bible study. You really know have been asked to take over a task begun two how to enhance a person's understanding years ago by the Howard Williams family among of the Bible and strengthen one's faith in the unreached Alangan tribe living on the island of Mindoro in the Philippine Islands. His Word." To prepare for this assignment, they recently From another Oregonian comes this completed an intensive seven and one-half weeks letter: "I lost my Christian husband of 58 of training required for all missionaries sent out by the Adventist Church, in which they learn years last year. I feel so much wonder and techniques especially suited for their particular very peaceful in these lessons." tasks. A listener to Christian radio station The initial goal of the Ingersolls will be to KPDQ in Portland heard the VOP program learn the local language and to familiarize themselves with the Alangan culture. They will one day when the Worldwide Prayer Circle also be building relationships, helping to meet was mentioned. He sent in a prayer request Voice of Prophecy radio broadcasts feature, from basic needs and trying to earn the trust of these asking for "strength, forgiveness, and for the left, Lonnie Melashenko, associate director- people. Their ultimate goal is to "plant" a Lord to heal my children and guide them speaker; H.M.S. Richards Jr., director-speaker; church and to help these people become inde- and Kenneth Richards, associate speaker. VOP pendent, self-supporting, and self-evangelizing. to Christian medical and mental help and programs are aired Monday-Friday on 180 Ardyce Kegley to guide them to His love." stations in North America. Sunday programs The writer of the letter, age 33, recalled are aired on 320 stations. 20 News October 7, 1991

Croatian Adventists There is no limit to the Now Refugees usefulness of the one, who put- More than 350 Seventh-day Adventists ting self aside, makes room for in the West Conference of Yugoslavia, including five district pastors, are now con- the working of the 364:y Spirit sidered to be refugees. upon his heart and lives a Ole Feeling that those living outside the Re- wholly consecrated to God. public of Croatia are not hearing the extent 8 Testimonies, p. 19 and nature of tragedy and suffering in that part of the Yugoslavian Union, Church officials have detailed the inhumane treat- ment among the citizens. Militant terrorists, France, Guam, India, Norway, South Amer- H.M.S. Richards Jr. talks with Barbara Aufde- they say, "have no respect for dignity and ica, Zambia and nearly every state in North rhar, a counselor in the Voice of Prophecy Bible sanctity of human life. Civilian targets are School. Goals this year include increasing en- America. aimed at, and unarmed people taken as rollments by 50 percent over 1990. One million Special guest speakers included Robert S. hostages. Red Cross vehicles and journalists enrollment cards have been printed for distribu- Folkenberg, president, General Conference tion to churches and individuals. are targeted, too. of Seventh-day Adventists, Mark Finley, "A number of churches and objects which speaker-elect of the "It Is Written" telecast are considered a part of national heritage and Alfred C. McClure, president North he began reading his Bible again and going have been also destroyed by those groups." American Division, Seventh-day Ad- to a Bible study in the sex-offender ward. ADRA/Germany has sent a transport of ventists. He also tuned in KPDQ and heard the medical supplies to ADRA Zagreb to help Professional-growth seminars and other Voice of Prophecy broadcast. Jan Judd, who alleviate the suffering, especially in the vil- motivational meetings reinforced the assists H.M.S. Richards Jr. in answering lage of Dalj, where hundreds of dead are group's motto, "Sharing Christ in the letters from persons seeking spiritual help, scattered in the streets or thrown into the Marketplace." has written this man several times. He re- Danube River. Reelected for a second term as ASI presi- sponded, "My outlook and faith has been While no Adventists have lost their lives, dent was Raymond J. Hamblin, a business- growing steadily. I thank God for your many have damaged or destroyed homes. man from Tecumseh, Mich. Dan Houghton, ministry. You were a blessing to me:' West Yugoslavian Conference members executive director of Hart Research Center A prisoner writes from Idaho that he was have asked for prayers for "peace which will in Fallbrook, Calif., was elected general vice raised in a Seventh-day Adventist home. be based on justice and respect for human president. Four other lay people elected as When he received a 30-year sentence, he dignity." was at first "angry at God for doing this to vice presidents are as follows: Harold Lance me. But I've learned that I did this to myself. of Dunlap, Tenn., Edwin Martin, residing Thank God He was guiding when all this New ASI Leadership in Cleveland, Tenn., Denzil McNeilus, from happened, because I may never have Includes Northwesterner Dodge Center, Minn., and Colleen Tillay changed the way I was going. The New Life of Walla Walla, Wash. More than 1,100 business and professional lessons have helped me so much, I'm giving G. Edward Reid, an associate in the men and women from around the world at- my heart to Jesus. I'll see you in heaven." Church Ministries Department of the Geor- tended the 44th annual convention of the A Washington mother of two teens ex- gia Cumberland Conference, has been Association of Adventist Laymen's Services plains why she enrolled in New Life. She named Executive Secretary of the organiza- and Industries (ASI) in Denver, Colo., July had received a serious brain injury in an tion. He will serve as liaison between the 31-Aug. 3. automobile accident. Wanting to better un- Church and the 915-member organization. This year's gathering drew members from derstand her physical well-being, she filled Madlyn Hamblin out a card that offered health information. When literature evangelists visited her, they also told her about the New Life Bible Guides. She says, "I no longer wanted information about my injuries, but information about God. He works in mysterious ways. God had His perfect reasons for allowing the accident to happen. I decided that if it's my attention He was after, He now has it for keeps. My son is doing the Bible studies with me. You have been included in our prayers because we have come such a long way since we be- gan our Bible studies." The special offering for radio and Bible School evangelism received in churches in October, along with a portion of what is given to the World Budget, will assist the Voice of Prophecy and its sister broadcast in Spanish, La Voz de la Esperanza, in shar- ing Jesus with people across North America. Newly elected AS1 officers: back row, left to right: Ed Martin, Harold Lance, Colleen Tillay, Dan Eldyn Karr Houghton, Denzil McNeilus. Seated, left to right: Robert Dale, Ray Hamblin, Ed Reid. NPUC Gleaner Announcements 21 ANNOUNCEMENTS

ventist Church before becoming a Red Ribbon Campaign About Announcements Eighth Annual pastor, parent and university educator. The seminar begins Friday, Oct. 25 CORRECTION: The Union The GLEANER no longer Native Indian at 7 p.m. and continues Sabbath, Oct. Health and Temperance Department accepts free announcements 26, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. will not be able to supply ribbons for from outside of the North Pa- Spiritual Gathering the church schools this year. Therefore, cific Union Conference. Be- For additional information call the cause of a lack of space, no Camp Hope, B.C., Canada Bellevue Seventh-day Adventist the schools will need to make their announcement will be run Church at (206) 747-1763. own arrangements for the purchase of ribbons. more than one time. 5 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 7, to Noon on Sunday, Nov. 10 Oregon Women Deadline Schedule Featuring: Two Oregon Conference Women's Retreats have been scheduled: one, Ethics Papers Issue Material Worship & Praise near Medford, Ore., Oct. 25-27; the Music & Fellowship You are invited to submit an abstract Date Due at 11 a.m. other, Nov. 8-10, in Lincoln City, Ore. of a 10-minute paper to be considered Programs for Children & Youth For more information, call the office Nov. 4 Oct. 11 for presentation at the 13th annual Native Indian Speakers of Ruthie Jacobsen, Women's Minis- Nov. 18 Oct. 25 Ethical Dilemmas of Our Time tries director, at the Oregon Con- Seminar. Theme: ference office, (503) 652-2225. Ginger Hanks-Harwood, Ph.D., from Walking the Jesus Trail Pacific Union College, will be guest Alaska Reunion Food/Lodging available on site Adventist Widowed ethicist at the Seminar Friday evening For information, call: and Sabbath afternoon, Nov. 15 and Adventist Widowed of Oregon, a 16, 1991, at the Portland, Ore., Sun- The Alaska Reunion will be held the Kitty Maracle week-end of Oct. 11 and 12 at the support group for widowed men and nyside Church. Walla Walla College Marine Biology (604) 925-9073 women, will meet Oct. 13 at 4 p.m. at Priority will be given to topics which Station, Rosario Beach, Anacortes, the Oregon Conference Office, 13455 represent a dilemma to thoughtful Wash. S.E. 97th Avenue, Clackamas. Joanne Christians. A broad range of subjects Reservations should be made with Smith Bloom, a Portland counselor, au- including social, economic, political, thor, and professional speaker will environmental, medical and religious Myrna Lent, 174 Rosario Beach, Ana- Corwin, directors of the Oregon Con- cortes, Wash. 98221. Phone (206) 293- speak on "Steps of Grief and Saying concerns will be considered. ference Family Life Department. This Good-bye 2326. retreat will deal with the strengthen- The deadline for abstracts to be Meetings are the second Sunday of received is Oct. 15, 1991. Send your ing of relationships; understanding each month. All are welcome, whether title, one- or two-paragraph abstract, men's and women's needs and differ- widowed a short or long time. Nov,. name, address and telephone number, Silverton Concert ences; resolving conflicts; developing ember's topic will be "Handling the to: Ethical Dilemmas of Our Time, your love life; a recommitment wed- You are invited to hear the Sojourn- Holidays and Special Occasions:' For Sunnyside Seventh-day Adventist ding ceremony; quality vegetarian ban- ers in concert: more information call (503) 652-2225, Church, 10501 S.E. Market Street, quet meals; and deluxe private Oct. 19, 11 a.m., Silverton Church ext. 313 or 204. Portland, OR 97216. (church concert) and 7 p.m. with Clif- accommodations. ton Walter (evangelistic meeting). For information and registration ap- Everyone is welcome! plications call the Family Life 24-hour line, (503) 654-6054. Quiet Hour (SEARCH) Telecasts Seattle Baby Boomers In the Northwest "Change: Using It To Reach Our Christian Writers New Way of Life The Quiet Hour Generation" is the theme for "Praise Monthly meetings of Christian Weekly Programs Daily Programs Festival '91:' a special Sabbath worship Scribes, an association of professional and learning experience planned by and amateur writers in the Greater IDAHO the Young Adult Camp Meeting lead- Portland area, will convene on the sec- Boise, KFXD 580 Sun., 9:30 a.m. ers of the Washington Conference on ond Sunday of each month, beginning Oct. 26, 1991. This event, beginning Oct. 13, at the North Pacific Union MONTANA at 11 a.m. and ending at 5 p.m., is Conference, 10225 E. Burnside Street, Butte, KBOW 550 Sun., 9:00 a.m. hosted by Northlake Christian Center, Portland, at 1 p.m. Visitors are wel- the new Seventh-day Adventist come for the sessions of manuscript re- OREGON Church in Redmond, Wash. view and critique, how-to presentations Ashland, KDOV 1300 Sat. 6:30 a.m. Paul Richardson, editor and producer on writing and publishing, and busi- Coos Bay, KHSN 1230 Sun., 8:00 a.m. of Adventist Baby Boomer Awareness, ness meetings. For more information, Pendleton, KUMA 1290 Sun., 6:05 p.m. will be the guest speaker for the call Ed Schwisow, president, (503) Portland, KXL 750 Sun., 6:30 a.m. specially designed worship service. 255.7311, ext. 241. Portland, KKEY 1150 Sat., 8:30 a.m. M-F 7:00 a.m. Other highlights include special Roseburg, KRNR 1490 Sun., 7:30 a.m. features and presentations throughout Springfield/Eugene, Sun., 8:30 a.m. & the afternoon and a musical concert Valuegenesis Seminar KORE 1050 Sat. 8:00 a.m. M-F 1:15 p.m. from 4 to 5 p.m. Bailey Gillespie, Professor of Relig- This event takes place at Redmond ion at La Sierra University, will be the WASHINGTON High School, 17272 N.E. 104th Street, Sun., 8:00 a.m. guest presenter at a seminar to be held Aberdeen, KAYO 1450 Redmond, Wash. Call Gale Hendrick Sun., 7:00 p.m. & Oct. 25-26, 1991, at the Bellevue Blaine, KARI 550 at (206) 836-2656 for more infor- Sat. 1:00 p.m. Church, 15 - 140th Ave. in Bellevue, mation. Longview, KBAM 1270 Sun., 4:00 p.m. Wash. M-F 12:15 p.m. Gillespie's seminar will feature the Seattle, KBLE 1050 Sat. 8:00 a.m. Sun., 7:00 a.m. insights gained from the Valuegenesis Spokane, KUDY 1280 Ore. Marriage Retreat & 1:30 p.m. Study on young people's perceptions Sat. 8:30 a.m. A Love Takes Time marriage retreat, and beliefs about their church, their Sun., 8:30 a.m. will be held Oct. 18-20 at the five-star schools and their families. Walla Walla, KNSN-fm 97.1 Sat. 6:30 a.m. M-F 6:05 a.m. resort, The Inn at Eagle Crest, in Cen- An experienced educator and re- Walla Walla, KGTS-fm 91.3 Sun., 9:30 a.m. tral Oregon. searcher, Dr. Gillespie will share from Wenatchee, KPQ 560 Speakers will be Harvey and Kathy his background as a youth in the Ad- 22 Announcements October 7, 1991

Auburn Women Milo Alumni Roscoe J. Howard, III, is the newly elected director of Personal Ministries The Auburn Adventist Academy The annual fall Milo Adventist and senior youth for the Washington Church is sponsoring well-known Academy Alumni Reunion is set for Conference. Howard has also served as writer and speaker Nancy VanPelt to Oct. 25-26 at the school in Days a pastor in the Washington Conference, present a Women of Excellence semi- Creek, Ore. Honored classes will be serving the Oak Harbor district on nar, Sunday, Oct. 13, from 9 a.m. to '82, '72, '67, and '62. Whidbey Island and for the past four 4:30 p.m. Topics will include: The In- The 7:30 p.m. Friday meeting will years as senior pastor of the Emerald credible Worth of a Woman, Families convene in the church. Sabbath school City Community Church in Seattle. He Are Forever, and Personalized Home at 9:30 a.m. and church service at 11 is a graduate of Pacific Union College Organization. a.m. will be held in the gymnasium. and has a Master of Divinity degree Admission is restricted to women. There will be a potluck meal at noon. from the Seventh-day Adventist For information and/or to preregister, Afternoon and evening activities will Theological Seminar. He and his wife phone KarrLayn Beck at (206) 833- include class reunions. For information Osceola have two children, Heather, 7, 7295. phone (503) 825-3291. and Seth, 5. Walt Meske

Convocation Items Meske graduated from Whitworth College, in Spokane, Wash., with a The following items were found at master's degree in education adminis- the Memorial Coliseum at the time of tration. A 1962 graduate of Walla the Convocation 1991, July 18-20: Walla College, he has worked for the Snugli, sunglasses, baby's bib, man's or STAR college for 21 years. Most recently, he boy's prescription glasses, Bible and 0-- was the Vice President for Student Ad- small books (left in Junior Dept.). Call ministration at WWC. and identify before Nov. 1. Lee Haynes, GAZERS Meske was ordained by the Oregon (503) 652-2225. conference of Seventh-day Adventists. In the morning, in the southern He has served as chaplain at Emanuel Sharon Concert skies, at 11/4 hours before sunrise look Hospital and Health Center, Portland, for Aldebaran (of Taurus — SW — Marlynn Bishop-Allen and Michael Ore., and Portland Adventist Medical nearly 2/3 way up), Rigel (of Orion — Center. Bishop will present a sacred concert, SSW — more than 513 way up), Sabbath, Oct. 12, 1991, 6 p.m., at the Betelgeuse (of Orion — S — more than Roscoe J. Howard, III Sharon Church, Portland, Ore., Mike 1/2 way up), Sirius (of Canis Major — Alaska Mirasol and Mike Moor will be guest SSE — nearly V3 way up), Procyon (of artists. Vanessa Blake, accompanist. Canis Minor — SE — Vz way up), WWC William C. Brown, treasurer of the Alaska Conference, retired as of Aug. Pollux (of Gemini — SSE — 2/3 way up), Jerry Wasmer has been named Philomath Anniversary Venus (ESE — Vi way up), Regulus (of Walla Walla College's new registrar. 31, 1991. Brown has served the church in denominational employment for Leo [Sickle] — E — nearly V3 way up) Wasmer replaces previous registrar Bob The Philomath, Ore., Church will over 25 years in a variety of accoun- and Jupiter (E — V4 way up). In the Gardner who left WWC in December celebrate its 14th anniversary on Sab- ting functions within educational and northern skies look for Capella (of 1990. bath, Oct. 26. A special church serv- conference organizational structures. Auriga — W — near sky center), Wasmer is the former chair of the ice with potluck following is planned. Brown has served the Alaska Con- Deneb (of Cygnus — NNW — near ho- Biology Department at Atlantic Union All current and previous members are ference for three years as secretary- rizon), the dippers and Cacsiopeia. (On College in South Lancaster, Maine. encouraged to plan to attend this time treasurer. Upon the occasion of his Oct. 17 Venus is close to Jupiter.) Wasmer graduated with a bachelor's of praise to God for His blessings and retirement, he was honored at the In the evening, in the southern skies, degree in zoology from WWC in 1965. leading in Philomath for 14 years. For Alaska camp meeting by being pre- at 11/4 hours after sunset look for Vega In 1967, he received his master's de- more information contact the church sented with a gold miner's pan en- (of Lyra — WSW — near sky center), gree in Biology. He earned a Ph.D. in at P.O. Box 1450, Philomath, OR graved in appreciation for his service Antares (of Scorpius — SW — near the Entomology in 1971 from the Ohio 97370 or call (503) 757-8983. to the denomination and, specifically, horizon), Altair (of Aquila — S — State University. to the Alaska Conference. nearly 2/3 way up), Saturn (S — Ve way Wasmer taught biology and religion Brown and his wife Reba, who is a College Place VOP up) and Fomalhaut (of Pisces Austrinus classes from 1971 to 1975 at Adelphian retired Bible worker, are planning to — SE — near the horizon). In the nor- Academy in Holly, Mich. He moved Lonnie Melashenko and musicians spend their retirement time in the thern skies, look for Arcturus (of to Oshawa, Ontario, where he taught from the Voice of Prophecy will pre- Oregon Conference. Bootes — W — nearly 11/4 way up), biology at Kingsway College from 1975 sent a Harvest Festival weekend at the Brown has been a tremendous asset Capella (NNE — near the horizon), to 1977. In 1977, Wasmer became a College Place Church, 12th and Larch to the Alaska Conference and will be Deneb (E — near sky center), the dip- professor of biology at Atlantic Union Streets, on Friday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 missed as he transitions to his home pers and Cassiopeia. (This data has College until 1991. Wasmer has been p.m., and Sabbath, Oct. 19, at 4 p.m. in Oregon. The Alaska Conference Ex- been prepared for latitude 45.5.) a guest lecturer at WWC's Rosario A Harvest Festival is also planned at ecutive Committee voted an official marine station during the 1990 and the Lewiston (Idaho) Senior High commendation for his work as sec- Information supplied by Earl L. 1991 summer sessions. School, 1212 19th St., on Sabbath, retary-treasurer of the Alaska Con- Nov. 9, at 4 p.m. Shepard, Pendleton, Ore. Wasmer began his duties as registrar on Sept. 9, 1991. ference. We wish God's blessings to the Pastor Melashenko's team at College Browns in their retirement. Place includes musicians Gordon Hen- derson, and Warren and Jan Judd. The Eileen M. Emori has been hired as group participating at Lewiston in- PEOPLE IN an assistant professor by Walla Walla cludes Gordon and Phyllis Henderson, College's business department. She will and John Thurber. teach the marketing classes at WWC. TRANSITION Emori comes to WWC from Medford, Ore., where she was Vice President of SEARCH Telecast WASHINGTON Administration at Strata Marketing Inc. The SEARCH Telecast schedule in Adventist Frontier Missionaries Ray the states of Oregon and Washington and Dawn Spoon, left recently to WWGH is as follows: begin serving the Palawan people on has been named the Washington: Kennewick, KVEWTV, the Philippine island of Palawan. Form- Walt Meske new chaplain at Walla Walla General Channel 42, Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Seat- erly of Toppenish, Wash., the Spoons Hospital. tle/Tacoma, KSTWTV, Channel 11, have one daughter, Amber Rose (7 Sunday, 7 a.m. Yakima, KAPFTV, months). Channel 35, Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Ray grew up in New Hampshire and Oregon: Portland, KPTV, Channel became an Adventist in 1983. Dawn 12, Sunday, 8 a.m. Satellite — EABN was raised in the Pacific Northwest, at- SIGNS (S1), Channel 7, Sunday, 3 a.m., 8 tending Adventist schools and serving a.m., and 8 p.m., Tuesday and Thurs- as a volunteer missionary on the island Wins Souls day, 3 a.m. and 8 a.m. of Palau, Micronesia. NPUC Gleaner Advertising 23

Koreans in Anchorage Baek hopes to expand the Korean Group, which numbers about 25 on weft-balanced character is formed dy sing1i acts Have New Pastor Sabbath morning, into a vital, active A ministry force in the Alaska Confer- well peormed Messages to Young Peopfr, p. 144 The Anchorage, Alaska, Korean ence. It is his hope that the church can Group that was organized as a part of soon reach more than 100 in atten- the Northside Church has received a dance. Baek's wife, Young, and two sons new pastor, Sang Jim Baek from Ko- are with him in Anchorage and are ex- rea. He has been most recently study- cited about the possibilities of reaching ing for a doctoral degree in Tennessee the Korean community. and comes with eight years' pastoral ex- CLASSIFIED perience in Korea. ADVE D\ TISEMENTS Classified Advertisement Rates: For those residing in North Pacific Union Conference: $16.50 for 30 words or less; 60 cents for each extra word; 10 percent discount per insertion for three or more consecutive insertions with- out copy changes. Boxed ads are $44 per column inch, minimum charge, one inch. Those residing outside of North Pacific Union Conference: $27.50 for the first 30 words; $1 for each additional word, 10 percent discount per insertion for three or more consecutive insertions without copy changes. Ms reaching the GLEANER office less than three weeks before publica- tion will appear in the following issue. Classified advertising for the GLEANER is not solicited and advertising appears as a service to the membership of the North Pacific Union. Advertis- ing in the GLEANER is a privilege, not a right. The acceptance of an adver- tisement should not be construed as an endorsement or recommendation by the North Pacific Union Conference of the product or service being advertised. Sang Baek, in suit at left, stands next to Conference President Jim Stevens The GLEANER management reserves the right to refuse any advertisement. and Robert Folkenberg at the camp meeting. Surrounding them are many of The rejection of any advertisement shall not be construed to constitute disap- the members of the Korean group. proval of the product or service involved. First-time advertisers should include the signature of their pastor or of an authorized individual from the local conference office. Oregon Educational Personnel Transitions PAYMENT IN ADVANCE MUST ACCOMPANY ALL ADVERTISEMENTS. Name From To

Terry Vipond Tillamook Cape Ferrelo Advertising Deadline Notice AUTOMOTIVE Kelly Bock Gem State Acad. Columbia Adventist Acad. Issue Material Virginia Burback Private business Columbia Adventist Acad. Chevrolet, Geo, Cadillac, Toyota, 11 Starla Dunlap North Pacific Union Columbia Adventist Acad. Date Due at a.m. Oldsmobile, and Used Cats/Trucks. Michelle Pegel Walla Walla College Columbia Adventist Acad. Nov. 4 Oct. 11 For wholesale prices and delivery in- Dianne Gibbons Substitute teaching Gibson Nov. 18 Oct. 25 formation call Don Vories, at Abajian Phillip Worley Out of conference Grants Pass Jr. Acad. Motors, Walla Walla, Wash. Toll-free Gena Rice George Fox College Grants Pass Jr. Acad. 1-800-542-0333 or (509) 525-1920. Michele Schilt Walla Walla College Hood View Jr. Acad. (PA 7, 4, 16) Gwen Davis Pleasant View Laurelwood Sharon Lodge Walla Walla College Lincoln City Jr. Acad. Glenn Leibold Task Force Position Lincoln City Jr. Acad. Julia Kohltfarber Substitute teaching Madrone EMPLOYMENT Wes Burden Walla Walla College Meadow Glade Matthew Weber Walla Walla College Meadow Glade Position Available: RNs, LPNs, OB Timothy Green Andrews University Mid Columbia Nurse, Lab Technologist, Home Health Coordinator, RN; Director of Pharm- Public school Mid Columbia Carol Bovee acy; Director of Therapy; Director of Judy Sloan Maplewood Acad. Milo Adventist Acad. Physical Therapy needed immediately. Tom Potter Part-time teaching Milo Adventist Acad. Call (505) 894-2111, ext. 205 or write Jack Sample Mission service Pleasant Valley Sierra Vista Hospital, 800 East Ninth Terry Verlo Ozark Acad. Portland Adventist Acad. Street, Truth or Consequences, NM Kevin Carr Public school Portland Adventist Acad. 87901 do Personnel Director. Low cost Mark Kooy Private business Portland Adventist Acad. of living, excellent benefits and avail- Garrett Caldwell University Park Church Portland Adventist Acad. TOM WILSON able housing. Mild climate all year round. (P 16, 7, 21) Dawn Johnson Walla Walla College Portland Adventist Acad. We're proud to have served the Don Schlador Private business Portland Adventist Acad. Director of Nurses — Jellico Com- members of the North Pacific Union Vicki Altman Part-time teaching Rivergate munity Hospital — Strong interper- Conference since 1975. If you're Sandra Haynes Public school Rogue River Jr. Acad. sonal skills, JCAHO survey exp., and in the market for a new or quality a balance of compassion, clinical ex- Bruce Preyer Out of Conference Rogue River Jr. Acad. used vehicle of any make or model pertise and leadership abilities could GloriaLee Orr Substitute teaching Rogue River Jr. Acad. at a fleet price, please call me. We qualify you for our nursing administra- Anna Gray Substitute teaching Sutherlin will finance or lease. tion challenge! M.S.N. degree pre- Gary Garvin Laurelwood Elementary The Dalles ferred. Nursing Director experience Jean Eckler Private business Three Sisters required. We offer a competitive sal- Mary Ann Buckles Coquille Tillamook Jr. Acad. EXECUTIVE AUTO ary and a comprehensive benefits pack- Carol Rusco Rogue River Jr. Acad. Tillamook Jr. Acad. LEASING & SALES, INC age. Hospital is located in beautiful Ron Rusco Rogue River Jr. Acad. Tillamook Jr. Acad. mountain setting with church and 1501 N.E. Davis school nearby. Call Jack King (615) Barbara Houghton Part-time teaching Tualatin Valley Jr. Acad. e Portland, OR 97232 3012 784-7252 or send resume to Personnel Judy Lizzi Substitute teaching Tualatin Valley Jr. Acad. (503) 2347755 Dir., Jellico Community Hospital, Rt. Harriett Zook George Fox College Woodbum 1, Box 197, Jellico, TN 37762. (5, 19, 2, 16, 7, 21)

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Position Available for Speech and Finally, a True Non-Dairy Soy Milk, Drama Teacher for Fall, 1992. Ph.D. no beany flavor. For samples send $1 Successful computer preferred. Successful teaching ex- to cover expenses to Jim Eiseman, Tip QV) dating exclusively perience required. Send resume to Top Sales, Rt. 2, Box 96A, Elk, WA 99009. Dealers wanted. (P 16, 7, 21) for SDAs since 1974 Loren Dickinson, Communications ADVENTISTCONTACT Chair, Walla Walla College, College Barhi Dates — $32 for 12 lbs. shipped Place, WA 99324. (509) 527-2832 or P.O. Box 5419 UPS (lower 48 states). Available ap- Takoma Park, MD 20912 529-5955. (7, 21) proximately Nov. 1. Send check with (301) 589-4440 Plumber: Oregon licensed journey- order to Cloverdale SDA School, 1085 man. Steady employment with over- American S. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale, CA time and health package. North Red Cross 95425. (2, 16, 7, 21, 4, 18) Oregon Coast. (503) 738-8966. Keyboards and Guitars! Save Big! 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Sunriver — Enjoy both summer and Gleneden Beach House for Rent — winter activities in Sunriver, Ore. 3 6 blocks from Salishan. Total ocean NORTH PACIFIC UNION bedrooms, 3 baths, completely fur- view, sleeps 8, cable TV, phone, com- SUNSET CONFERENCE DIRECTORY nished, plus washer and dryer. Contact plete kitchen, dishwasher. Day or Bob or Sandy Puntney. (503) 476-8891 weekly rates — for further information TABLE 10225 E. Burnside call (503) 663-5114. (P 2, 16, 7) Portland, OR 97216-2793 or after 5 p.m. (503) 476-1866. Mail Address: P.O. Box 16677 (P 7, 21, 4) Standard Sun Valley—a super fun and relaxing Time Portland, OR 97216-0677 Phone: (503) 255-7300 Stan and Emma's Affordable Ha- place any season. One or two bedroom DST Oct. Oct. Oct. Nov. waii: Most economical Hawaii vaca- class A condos. (208) 345-3944. 11 18 25 President Bruce Johnston tions, all islands. Prices to fit every (P 2, 16, 7) Anchorage 7:01 6:39 6:19 4:59 Secretary Paul Nelson budget. 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Fairway Island, Associate Warren Gough near lodge. $85 includes cleaning, 7th PERSON-TO-PERSON BOOK Associate Treasurer.... Nils Lee night free. Days (707) 459-6801 ext. Advertisements for this section are Religaous Liberty... Richard L Fenn 325, evenings/weekends (707) 459- accepted from North Pacific Union Assistant Diana Justice 0956. (PA 5, 2, 7) Conference single adults only. Each ad CENTE I! S Loss Control Del Sudds Vacationing in Hawaii? Waikiki, must be accompanied by a letter from Alaska Trust Leonard Ayers Oahu. 1-bedroom vacation condos, an NPUC Adventist pastor indicating 6100 O'Malley Road Associate Dale R. Beaulieu fully furnished, with kitchen, TV, that the person is an NPUC member Anchorage AK 99516-1700 Treasurer L. E Rieley phone, pool, launderette, store, free in good standing. (907) 346-2378 Local Conference Directory 1-800-478-2222 parking. Near beach, busline, The charge for each ad is $16.50 ALASKA-Lames L. Stevens, president; churches. Minimum 5 nights, sleeps 4, per insertion for 50 words or less, 60't Idaho BRVal, secretart-treasurer, 6100 $65 per night. Reservation, (808) for each additional word. Payment 7777 Fairview O'Malley Road, Anchorage, AK Boise, Idaho 83704-8494 737-4048, Hawaii Condo Reservation must accompany the ad. There is no 99516-1700. Phone: (907) 346-1004. billing. (208) 375.7527 Center, 3480-2 Waialae, Honolulu, HI 1-800-524-2665 IDAHO—Steve McPherson, president; 96816. (P 2, 16, 7) If you wish to respond to an adver- Russell Johnson, secretary; Reuben tisement, die following rules apply: You Montana Beck, treasurer; 7777 Fairview, Boise, Sunriver Home and Vehicle. 3 must be an NPUC member in good 1425 West Main Street ID 85704,8494; Mail Address: P.O. Bozeman, Montana 59715-3257 bedrooms, loft, 2 baths. Sleeps 10, hot standing and must attach a letter from BOX 4878, Boise, ID 83711-4878. tub, 2 TVs, 2 VCRs, new bicycles, (406) 587-8267 your pastor indicating this. These let- 1-800-765-6955 Phone: (208) 375-7524. stereo, CD player, fireplace, garage, ters are kept on file. If a person has MONTANA—Perry A. Parks, presi- microwave, fully furnished. Monty advertised or responded to an ad in the Oregon dent; John Rasmussen, secretary- 13455 S.E. 97th Ave. Knittel 800-659-4671 or (503) 665- past, it isn't necessary to send an addi- Clackamas, Oregon 97015-9798 treasurer; 1425 W Main St., Boze- 4674. (P 16, 7, 21) tional pastoral letter of approval. (503) 653-0978 man, MT 59715.3257; Mail Ad- The GLEANER assumes no re- dress: PD. Box 743, Bozeman, MT Central Oregon Coast—Cozy log Toll-free number for ABC orders sponsibility as to the marital status of 1-800-452-2452. 59771-0743. Phone: (406) 587- home, completely furnished and out- respondents or advertisers except that 3101, 3102. fitted. Great for family or study groups. Upper Columbia OREGON—Donald Jacobsen, presi- they are North Pacific Union Con- S. 3715 Grove Road Nice. (503) 760-2200. (P 2, 16, 7) ference members in good standing. dent; Clifton Walter, secretary; Spokane, Washington 99204-5319 Norman W. Klam, treasurer; 13455 Put your letter to the individual in P.O. Box 19039 a stamped, sealed envelope and place S.E. 97th Ave., Clackamas, OR Adventist Group Cruise! Spokane, Washington 99219-9039 the identification number on the out- (509) 838-3168 97015-9798. Phone (503) 652-2225. Caribbean - Panama Canal side. Put this letter in another en- 1-800-765-6955 UPPER COLUMBIA—Jere Patter, South America velope and mail it to Person to College Place Branch president; Bryce Pascoe, secretary; 7 days sailing from Montego Bay, Person, GLEANER, Box 16677, Port- 508 S. College Ave., 99324-1226 Ted Lutts, treasurer; S. 3715 Grove Jamaica, on Jan. 12, 1992. Hosted land, OR 97216. P.O. Box 188 Road, Spokane, WA 99204-5319; by Pastor and Mr& Charles White, Please put your FULL NAME and College Place, Washington 99324-0188 P.O. Box 19039, Spokane, WA (great grandson of Ellen White). RETURN ADDRESS on ALL enve- (509) 529-0723 99219-9039. Phone (509)838-2761. Vegetarian meals available. Washington WASHINGTON—Lenart Jaecks, presi- lopes you send to us. We do not for- dent; Dennis N. Carlson, secretary; Affordable inside cabins from $1,195 ward unmarked mail. 20015 Bothell Everett Highway per person less $150 discount; Bothell, Washington 98012-7198 Roy Wesson, treasurer; Mail Ad- ocean view cabins from $1,506 #719-M (206) 481-3131 dress: 20015 Bothell Everett High- less $250 if you book by Nov. 4, SWM has a 13-year-old daughter who is 1-800-826-4623 way, Bothell, WA 98012-7198. 1991. Add $125 tax: $45 cancellation looking for attractive Christian lady about Auburn Branch Phone: (206) 481-7171. insurance $125 round-trip air to 30-45 to write her dad. He loves Jesus, 5000 Auburn Way S. Project PATCH (503) 653-8086 Jamaica. Mert Allen, Mt. Tabor reading his Bible, Ellen White books, go- Auburn, Washington 98002-7297 WALLA WALLA COLLEGE, College Cruise (503) 252-9653 or (800) ing to mountains and family, a vegetarian, (206) 833-670T Place, WA 99324.1198, (509) 527- 950-9234. (7) no TV, healthy, likes sports. Works hard Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 2122 at his business, but he's very lonely. (7) Sundays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. trailing `Behold I stand at the door and knock...' the Old, Old Story... —hear it again for the first time!

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