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January 24, 2025

Big Lake Receives Generous Generator Upgrade


Earlier this month, the staff at Big Lake Youth Camp received word that a generous donor will be giving Big Lake a much-needed upgrade to its backup power system in the form of a nearly new propane generator! The Somerset Lodge assisted living facility, which sits on back side of the Gladstone Park campus, was recently required by the state of Oregon to upgrade their generator despite it being nearly brand new. Instead of profiting from the sale of the generator being replaced, an offer was made to pass the system on to Big Lake as a gift. Keep reading...

Columbia Academy Celebrates History
of Using Music to
Bless Others

With a history that is nearly 125 years in the making, Columbia Academy (now Columbia Adventist Academy) began in 1903. Music has played an integral part of that history. Read more...

Register Now for Oregon Prayer Conference
Happening in March!

Join us March 21-23, 2025 at Twin Rocks Conference Center in Rockaway Beach, Oregon for The Sanctuary and Prayer with special guest speaker, Dr. Richard Davidson. Registration is now open! Learn more...

Save the Date: Women's Ministry Training Day Coming in April

Learn to do what you can, with what you have, where you’re at! This ministry workshop is for ALL women. You don’t have to be a women’s ministry leader to attend. If you help or hope to one day, this is for you! Learn more...

Connect Your Faith and Digital Creativity!
Plan now to attend Creators Lab this February 21-23 at South Tacoma Fellowship in Tacoma, Washington! Creators Lab is an opportunity for anyone who is using (or is interested in using!) creative digital means such as podcasting, Tik Tok, Instagram Reels, or long-form video for faith-based projects to learn from others, connect with peers, and dream about what could be! Come connect with others at the intersection of faith and the digital space. Create new ideas and goals for using your talents in podcasting, short and long form video, and writing for digital creative projects. Collaborate with a wide network of creators from the Pacific Northwest and beyond! Learn more and register today at creatorslabpnw.info/...

Farther Afield

WWU Engineering Majors Chosen as Competition Finalists

During their senior year, Luke Graham and Avianna Alvarez, Walla Walla University engineering alumni, were two of 16 student finalists chosen for the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Pressure Vessel Piping Conference student paper competition. Read more...

S. California Conference Mobilizes Outreach as Wildfires Descend

Around 5:30 AM on January 8, the alert sounded on John Cress’s phone. He and his wife would have to evacuate their home in the Glen Oaks neighborhood of Glendale as the Eaton Fire charred a path toward them. The sky was black with smoke and tinged with red and orange. Read on...

Jack Blanco Author
of “The Clear Word” Bible Passes Away

Jack J. Blanco, former dean of the Southern Adventist University School of Religion and professor emeritus, and author of The Clear Word Bible paraphrase, passed peacefully on January 11. He was 95. Read on...

In Australia, Family and Friends Mourn “Joyful” Pastor Swept Away
by Floodwaters

The Adventist community in Australia is in shock after the unexpected death of Pastor William Strickland. Strickland’s car was swept away by floodwaters in northern New South Wales on January 18. Read more...

Resources

Can Disagreements Be Healthy?
It’s no secret that churches have a reputation for conflict. Whether it’s debates over worship styles, music, leadership decisions, or even the color of the church carpet, disagreements seem to be part of church life. How do we keep these disagreements from dividing us and turn them into something positive? Read on...

Events & Announcements

Mary Grace Concert
Mary Grace was born with the absence of her right forearm and her right leg is 8 inches shorter than her left leg. But her handicap didn't stop her from learning piano, graduating from college, and sharing Christ with others. She has performed at the General Conference worship services and was the cover story for the Adventist Review, Women of Spirit, and other Christian magazines. With a fluid manual dexterity expected from pianists with two hands, she conquers scales, chords and arpeggios with emotion and interpretative flair. You'll be inspired by her awesome music and testimony as she shares the unconditional love and acceptance she found in the Lord at her concert at The Father's House Church in Vancouver, Wash. on February 1, 11:00 AM. Learn more at Adopt A Minister Int'l - https://a-a-m.org/

Dinner with the Doctor at Castle Rock
Castle Rock Adventist Church is pleased to host "Dinner with the Doctor" on Monday, January 27, at 6:00 PM. The topic for the evening is “Gut Health". All are invited, bring a friend or family member. There will be a light plant-based meal followed by Arvi Generoso, M.D. speaking on “Natural Remedies for Gut Health", with a time for questions and recipes. Please RSVP so we will have enough food prepared. Located at 7531 Old Pacific Hwy No. Castle Rock, WA - exit 49. For questions to to RSVP call Wanda at 360-967-2165.

Take Heart Valentine Luncheon for Widows & Women Alone
If you’re a woman who is widowed, divorced, single, lonely, hurting or willing to come support those of us who are, please join us for our annual Take Heart Valentine Luncheon for Widows & Women Alone, Sunday, February 9th at 1:00 PM at Gladstone Park Adventist Church, hosted by Oregon Conference Women's Ministries and Take Heart Ministry. Take Heart Ministry is a ministry of hope and healing for those who have suffered loss and a resource for those who are willing to pull alongside those who have. In addition to a lovely catered lunch, we will hear from featured speaker Sue Clayville and enjoy music, prizes, and more. We are meeting at Gladstone Church located at 8378 Cason Road in Gladstone. To register visit https://orad.us/OneStepataTime2025.

Memorial Service for Lloyd Wescott
Lloyd Wescott, long-time Sunnyside church member and community cornerstone, passed away December 18, 2024. A memorial service will be held on February 16, 3:00 PM at Sunnyside Adventist Church. A reception will follow the service. Sunnyside Adventist Church is located at 10501 SE Market St, Portland, OR 97216.

Caring for Our Minds Mental Health Seminar
Join us for Caring for Our Minds, a FREE community event focused on mental wellness for families, teens, and individuals of all ages, February 8 from 3:00-5:00 PM at Meadow Glade Adventist Church. Explore practical strategies for managing stress, improving brain health, and reclaiming balance in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. There will be special resources, giveaways and raffles throughout the event, light refreshments in the fellowship hall following the guest presentations, and $5 coffee gift cards for every teen who attends the entire program! Featured guests will include Dr. Sarah Winslow, Dr. Andrea Matsumura, Pastor Benjamin Lundquist, and Chuck Hagele. Learn practical strategies to improve mental health for yourself and your family. Gain insights into brain health, sleep, leadership, and overcoming technology addiction, and engage in exclusive teen sessions designed to tackle real-life challenges like anxiety, depression, and focus issues. This event is free and open to the public. Invite your friend & family, and join us for this inspiring event designed to equip our community with tools for better mental health! Learn more and register at https://orad.us/Caring4OurMinds2025.
Gladstone Camp Meeting Needs Your Help to Happen in 2025!
Gladstone Camp Meeting needs your help to happen in 2025! Camp meeting is important to our Oregon Conference family and we plan to keep hosting it for years to come. For 2025 we need your help to make Gladstone Camp Meeting happen while the Oregon Conference gets back to a good financial footing. The goal is to raise $450,000 by March 31, 2025. Give online at https://orad.us/ORGiving or write "Gladstone Camp Meeting" on your tithe envelope.
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