A Publication of the North Pacific Union Conference August 21, 1995 of Seventh-day Adventists GLEANER Volume 90, Number 15 VIEWPOINTS Northwest Christian Education A Positive Review By Don R. Keele Don R. Keele is director of the North Pacific Union Conference office of education and writes from Portland, Ore.
ofkDon R. Keele t is a privilege to bring you an update on a peripheral activity but is at the very heart of kindergarten-through-12th-grade (K-12) church evangelism, growth, and nurture, it con- Adventist education in the North Pacific tributes to the well-being of the church, the home, Union. Even though, at times, Adventist and the nation. We must work as a team with our education in the 90s can be tremendously pastors, school boards,parents, and members at challenging, the spirit of the nearly 900 large on a shared vision for each school. (676I certificated and 196full- and part-time) educa- Aug. 21,1995 Vol. 90, No. 15 Published by the North Pacific Union tional personnel involved in teaching ministry in Making a Difference Conference of Seventh-day Adventists the North Pacific Union is very upbeat and posi- tive. Maybe you are saying, "Oh, that all sounds (ISSN 0746-5874) good, but what can I do to make a difference?" Address all letters, advertising During the 1994-95 school year, we operated and address changes to: 146 schools with a combined enrollment of 8,560. Maybe more than you think. Here are a few practi- GLEANER At a time when most of the unions in the North cal suggestions: North Pacific Union Conference American Division have been experiencing enroll- • Pray for our schools daily. Lift up your teach- P.O. Box 16677 ment losses, the North Pacific Union has had an ers and other school personnel by name before Portland, OR 97216-0677 increase in enrollment for the past three years in K- the Lord. Phone: (503) 255-7300 8 schools and for the past five years in our sec- • Give enthusiastically of your time, talent, and CompuServe: 74617,371 ondary schools. resources to the school. Address-change requests • Give your teachers and school personnel must be submitted by mail. We believe that our unique K-12 plan of financ- ing Adventist education in the North Pacific recognition and gratitude for jobs well done. STAFF Union, which helps equalize educational costs, and • Be a source of caring, concern, counsel, empa- thy, warmth, and love; and model a Christian Edwin A. Schwisow a strong marketing program in many of our confer- Editor ences and schools have been two of the main fac- lifestyle for our kids daily. Todd Gessele tors driving our enrollment increases. We are also • Be a "one-person marketing team" for your Editorial Assistant finding an increased interest in our schools shown school by encouraging the school leadership Shari Smith by former public school students and their parents. to: Advertising/Copy Coordinator • Establish a mission statement and review it More Adventists Needed often. CORRESPONDENTS • Make home visitations. While we are pleased with the enrollment • Become involved in community service out- Nita Hinman increases and excited about the educational and reach programs. Alaska evangelistic possibilities, we are challenged to seek • Work with the pastor in making sure stu- Russell L. Johnson Idaho ways of attracting more Adventist youth in our dents have frequent opportunities for up- Larry Unterseher union, since only about 50 percent of them plan to front Sabbath school and church presenta- Montana attend Adventist schools this year. tions. Jay E. Prall, Helen R. Smith A survey of church members and special con- • Request the pastor to have art educational Oregon stituencies on their feelings about Adventist edu- sermon or ask the principal, teacher, or stu- Max Torkelsen II cation (known as "Project Affirmation"), revealed dents to preach at least twice annually. Upper Columbia that the vast majority of Adventist parents cannot • Keep the school plant in a good state of Dave Weigley conceive of a future without Adventist schools. It repair. Washington is estimated that church members will spend $8 • Keep school grounds mowed and attractive. Joanne Reinke billion on Adventist education in the 1990s alone. • Have an attractive school sign. Walla Walla College As a return on that investment, they expect the • Publish articles in the GLEANER and the Submissions—As of Jan. 1, 1995, all announcements, features, news stories schools to: local newspaper. and family notices for publication in the • Provide quality academic training. GLEANER may be submitted directly to the editor at the address listed above. • Serve as a major avenue for spiritual develop- Reason for Optimism This is a departure from former policy ment and for transmitting Adventist culture which called for all GLEANER material We are optimistic about the future of Adventist to be submitted in-care-of local confer- and values. ence correspondents. Materials sent to the • Protect young students from teachings and education, its administrators, teachers, and stu- GLEANER in-care-of conference corre- dents, but we realize that we are facing some seri- spondents will continue to be routed to influences they consider undesirable. the GLEANER. • Educate and develop a new generation of ous challenges. We welcome ongoing dialogue Please Note—Every reasonable effort is church leadership. about how to improve all aspects of the education- made to screen all editorial material to avoid error in this publication. The • Win young people for the Lord. al program while living within our financial con- GLEANER does not accept responsibility The educational ministry team of the North straints. We welcome your counsel and involve- for categorical or typographical errors nor for advertisers' claims. Pacific Union is committed to providing quality ment and cherish your prayers as we work togeth- GLEANER, (ISSN 0746-5874) is published Adventist education in each school within our ter- er to provide the best education possible for our semimonthly except monthly in July and ritory. We believe that education is not a luxury or children,9 December and printed at Color Press, 312 S. College Ave., College Place, Wash. 99324-1222. Second class postage paid in College Place, WA 99324. Subscription rate: $10.00 per year. Irmo U.S.A. CP48805 ABOUT THE COVER POSTMASTERS: "Ashley—Daddy's Little Helper" was taken by Duane Tank of Nampa Idaho. 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that driver, you'd warn him to slow down. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The Bible has little to say in praise of men; the Spirit of Prophecy even less. In fact, we are Letters Policy: Letters to the GLEANER editor tion. Letters which direct personal criticism at warned to beware of flatterers (Proverbs 29:5). are welcome. Letters must be signed and individuals will not be printed; conversely, let- Christ has promised to rebuke those He loves should not exceed 150 words in length. Letter ters which promote a person by name or (Revelation 3:19). Here is one Laodicean who is writers are urged to limit their letters to com- description for gratuitous praise will be thankful for this promise. mentary on editorial matter appearing in the declined for publication. Highest priority will Maranatha! journal, and should specifically refer to the be given to letters which add information and Clyde Bagby issue date and article in question. Priority will commentary, pro and con, to material appear- Fredericksburg, Texas be given to letters received by the editor with- ing in this journal. Address letters to Editor, in 45 days of the cover date of issue in ques- Box 16677, Portland, OR 97216-0677. Have You Read? Not Sick in Sitka incorrectly attached Shelia Cheatham's name to I am fairly new in your conference, having a quote which a young girl in the day-care moved here a little over a year ago. . . I have The members of the Sitka, Alaska, Church chapel enthusiastically volunteered about how noticed in the issues of the GLEANER that I expressed some alarm at the idea they may have her "family eats cold cereal together each morn- have received an ongoing discussion in the "let- been near the point of closing their doors, as ing. And the best part," the girl remarked, "is I ters" section on the relative merits of the vari- stated in a June 5th article in the GLEANER. Far get to keep some with me all day in a zip lock ous Bible translations. I probably missed the from being a dying church, this is an active con- bag!" Shelia Cheatham, whose name appeared main article that sparked this discussion, but gregation whose main concern for some time on the same page of my notes, is one of the may I add to it? has been to decide whether to remodel the pre- ladies who helped the day-care chapel leaders sent church building into larger quarters or to Have you personally thoroughly studied the with their program without any visible assis- subject of Bible versions? Have you, with an build a new, larger church. tance of Cheerios! The membership of most Southeast Alaska open mind, studied "Our Authorized Bible Todd Gessele Vindicated," by Benjamin G. Wilkinson, Ph. D.? churches fluctuates frequently with the arrivals Portland, Ore. and departures of the many families on tempo- And "Answers to Objections to Our Authorized rary assignments such as those in the Coast Bible," by the same author? Or have you read Guard, the Forest Service, or medical positions. "The New International Version" or "The King Likewise, the attendance fluctuates frequently James Version," by George Burnside? Would due to the fact that many jobs are seasonal.... Thankful Laodicean you read "Modern Bible Translations Un- Rest assured the Sitka Church is in the Thank you for sending the missing back masked," by Russell R. and Colin D. Standish? "growth track" and does appreciate the power issues of THE GLEANER. They arrived yester- . . . There is ample evidence in these works to of evangelism. day and were much appreciated. enable one to make an informed decision... . Judy Wahlman In skimming through your recent Letters Thomas R. Jeys Sitka, Alaska columns, I noticed that several writers were crit- Worley, Idaho ical of critics. One even suggested that "Agape" love would keep us silent where the faults of Shelia Cheatham others were concerned. ■ Welcome to the Northwest! The issue of Really? If you were a passenger in a car going 60 mph Bible translations was raised in the GLEAN- in a 30 mph zone, would you remain silent? ER some time ago and its discussion was In the June 19 GLEANER feature report about Some might, and then chuckle when the driver encouraged because this vital issue had cap- Black Convocation, I, the author of that report, was pulled over and ticketed. But if you loved tured the concerned interest of many Northwestern readers. The GLEANER offers a lengthy critical review of some of the publica- tions you list—material available exclusively Helen Cross to our readers. Since the material is somewhat voluminous, those who wish to receive it 1911-1995 should request it in writing and should Helen Wittschiebe Cross, long-time at the WWC Alumni Office, proofreading enclose a check for $5 to cover copying, GLEANER proofreader until she retired from publications and updating records. She postage, and handling expenses. the staff of Color Press in 1980, died May 18 in recently raised more than $100,000 for an E.S. Walla Walla, Wash., at the age of 84. addition to Kretschmar Hall, which houses She was born in New York City on April the Edward F. Cross School of Engineering. 23, 1911, to Charles and Elizabeth Frey On April 23, her 84th birthday, though in Women's Ordination Wittschiebe. A graduate of Hunter College, poor health, she rallied to attend the ground- she married Edward F. Cross on June 30, breaking of the Chan Shen Pavilion, which is I have just heard the decision of the General 1935. scheduled for completion by December 1996 Conference in regard to women's ordination. In 1947, the Crosses moved to College and will allow the engineering program to We should not feel discouraged or angry Place, where he had been called to establish expand. because of the decision not to ordain, for God the Walla Walla College (WWC) School of She will be remembered not only for her loves us still. We should respect and remain Engineering. accomplishements in civic, religious, pub- with the Conference and with our people. She was a beloved supporter of those lishing, and development affairs, but also for If we have words to speak either here or enrolled in the engineering program, becom- her endless care and concern for those in there, and they will glorify our great Father, ing "Mama Cross" to many. She was also need. then He will make a way and a place for us to "Mrs. Sabbath School," and played an active She is survived by her husband, Edward F. speak. Remember Ellen White? She was in a part as leader or co-leader for the WWC Cross of College Place, Wash.; her daughter, time when women had very little opportunity Church kindergarten and primary divisions. Marilyn Cross Karlow of Riverside, Calif.; to share—yet God provided. She was also a deaconess at the College her son, Carlton Cross of College Place; three Women are precious in God's sight, yet we Church and an integral part of the church's grandsons, one granddaughter, two nieces, mustn't complain or fight as pertains to this community services. She was the first and one nephew. decision. He is the judge over all and if we com- woman to serve on the local city council. Kristin Bergman and mit our ways (Ps. 37:5) unto Him, women, He After her retirement, she worked part-time Edwin A. Schwisow will bring His will to pass. Debbie Turner Molalla, Ore. August 21, 1995 • GLEANER • 3 FEATURES Northwest Seniors Awarded For Outstanding Service And Witnessing Leadership By Elaine Bradshaw Elaine Bradshaw serves as registrar for the North Pacific Union Conference Office of Education and writes from Portland, Ore.
ight North Pacific Union Conference acade- projects during the summer and at school. She led out in my seniors have been recognized for out- prayer groups and single-handedly started a series of Bible standing Christian service and witnessing studies with interests she generated. activity and have received the "Caring Heart Siaosi Moungaafi, a student at Gem State Academy in Award" this year from the North American Caldwell, Idaho, was known on campus for always being E Division of Seventh-day Adventists. willing to help someone in need and for putting other peo- The "Caring Heart Award" is a form of recognition ple first. The senior class voted him "Most Caring." He established by the North American Division K-12 Board was an informal student counselor in his dormitory and of Education in partnership with a private foundation. was involved in community service projects such as paint- Each student was selected by an on-campus committee of ing homes in the community and the "Caldwell Cleanup." faculty and students. Braden Pewitt, an Upper Columbia Academy senior in The award includes a scholarship of $500, which may Spangle, Wash., was chosen for the award because of what be used either to participate in a mission/service activity others called his Christian "lifestyle." He gave Bible stud- inside or outside the USA or for tuition expenses at the ies, led in Bible study/prayer groups, was involved in Adventist school of the recipient's choice. small group Sabbath school classes, presented spiritual Jaime Gilmore, of Portland Adventist Academy in gifts seminars to young people, preached, and was an Portland, Ore., participated in two mission trips to enthusiastic participant in monthly community service Mexico. She was also involved with Northwest Youth programs sponsored by the school. His life goal is to enter Challenge, gave Bible studies for a year to a 12-year-old the ministry. girl, and assisted in a Revelation Seminar and other Angela Ritacca, a senior last year at Milo Adventist school seminar programs. Academy in Days Creek, Ore., participated in a mission She helped feed the homeless in downtown Portland trip to Mexico. She and another girl—on their own initia- and volunteered for several organizations, including tive—distributed 100 copies of Steps to Christ in Can- Tuality Community Hospital. yonville and then asked the pastor for an additional 100 so Julie Hill, of Auburn Adventist Academy, was student that they could continue to distribute the books. She was chaplain and, as associated student body religious vice- spiritual vice president of the senior class, led out in reli- president, coordinated spiritual activities on campus. She gious services, and helped students on a one-to-one basis was a participant in Northwest Youth Challenge and in academics as well as in spiritual growth. Venture Vietnam, Auburn's mission trip to assist in an Amy Rootvik, a senior last year at Walla Walla Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) pro- Valley Academy in College Place, Wash., was involved ject in Vietnam. in Maranatha trips to Mexico and Costa Rica and Melanie Kepner, a student at Columbia Adventist helped in summer camps in Alaska. She was active in Academy in Battle Ground, Wash., was selected because student government and was one of the most respected of her involvement in several Northwest Youth Challenge students on campus. Several local organizations award-