OCTOBER 2023 MID-MONTH ROUND UP

Community Church Dedication
After several years of praying for a place of its own, the Anchorage Community Seventh-day Adventist Church has purchased a House of Worship. On October 20-21, 2023 the Community church family will be dedicating their church building to the Lord. All are invited to join in thanking the Lord for this great blessing. The celebration will begin at 4317 MacInnes in Anchorage on Friday evening, October 20, at 7 pm for Vespers. On Sabbath, October 21, services start at 9:30 am for Sabbath School and Divine Service, followed by a musical concert at 4 pm. Hope to see you there!

Women's Ministry Brunch
Attention ladies in Anchorage & Mat-Valley! You are invited to a fall brunch & potluck October 29, 2023 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Bring your favorite dish and come join in fellowship, eating, card making and inspiration. The brunch will be held at the Alaska Conference Office located at 6100 O’Malley Road. Help is needed; if you can assist or have questions, please contact Susan Low at 907-317-5098 or via email her using the link below:

Native Leadership Workshop
Are you an Alaska Native interested in sharing your faith? Plan to attend the Native Leadership Workshop November 17 & 18 sponsored by Arctic Mission Adventure. Native ministry is a key component of the Alaska Conference's plan to reach those residing in our great state. If you wish to serve your community through a ministry of compassion-regardless of where you live across the state-contact Pastor Tobin Dodge. 

Church Resources
Fall is the time of year when churches begin the nominating process placing volunteers in ministry positions. AdventSource has FREE resources for a variety of church roles, including QuickStart guides providing an overview of various roles and responsibilities, in-depth ministry descriptions, resource catalogs and more. 

October Is Pastor Appreciation Month
The month of October has been designated as Clergy Appreciation Month to honor pastors and those who perform ministerial work. The General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists has set Sabbath, October 14, 2023, for this well-deserved tribute to our pastors. If you missed the opportunity to thank your pastor for his/her leadership, it's not too late; there are still two more Sabbaths in the month! Here are some ideas to show your appreciation:

Evangelism Calendar
To prepare for the spring 2024 evangelism effort, the conference--along with its churches, schools, staff and members--is launching support efforts. These will include training, prayer events, planning meetings and follow-up events after the series. Download the calendar below:

Twelve Weeks Of Prayer
Join volunteers in a 12-week prayer effort for the ministry of Camp Tukuskoya. Each week a text message well be sent to participants highlighting a unique focus of Camp Tuk ministry. If you would like to participate, text Elizabeth Larson at 907-982-9654 to be added to the group text.

Center For Youth Evangelism Cruise
CYE is happy to invite you to an incredible cruise mission adventure to the Caribbean on December 8-15, 2024 and "Level Up". CYE mission trips give youth and young adults a chance to put their faith into action with mission work opportunities at each stop. Registration is open so don't wait! There is more information to come, but in the interim, questions can be emailed to cwm@cye.org.  

Adventist Education In Alaska

Fall Health Fairs
Obtaining blood screenings at an Alaska Health Fair (AHF) is a great way to get quick, accurate results at a fraction of the cost. AlHF is a nonprofit serving Alaskans for over 40 years. They work with the largest clinical laboratory in the nation to bring you high-quality blood tests at nonprofit prices. Thousands of Alaskans take advantage of AHF services each year. Walk-ins are welcome, and you can also set your appointment online. Check the schedule using the link below!

• Adventist Giving: Submit tithes and offering via your church website, online at AdventistGiving or on your mobile device.
• Alaska Adventist Radio: Alaska's own Adventist radio station, AARN, streams live at akadventistradio.net.  
• Offering Readings: Click here for readings.
• Friday Night Prayer Line weekly from 7-8 pm. Join ONLINE HERE, call toll-free at 800-719-6100 or, 1-605-562-0400 or 1-712-832-8330, rates apply. Use Access code 4760107 for all options.
• Remote Sabbath School: Remote Sabbath School, Sabbath at 9:30 am. Join ONLINE HERE, call toll-free at 800-719-6100 or, 1-605-562-0400 or 1-712-832-8330, rates apply. Use Access code 4760107 for all options. Study materials are available at www.SabbathSchoolMaterials.com.
• Will & Trust Services: Contact Western Adventist Foundation, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. – 6:00 p.m at (866) 356-5595 or email info@wafsda.org.
• Youth Sabbath School Resources: Weekly discussion ideas, videos, lesson plans and more: youthsabbathschoolideas.org.