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 Christmas Delight
You are invited to the Anchorage Northside SDA Church at 6 pm, December 23, 2023, for “Christmas Delight”. Join in celebrating the first Advent of our Lord Jesus Christ. Invite friends, coworkers or neighbors who would like to share in some Christmas cheer! Following the service there will be refreshments and a silent auction sponsored by the Northside Pathfinders with proceeds benefitting the young people towards attending the upcoming Pathfinder Camporee in August 2024. Come and enjoy the festivities!
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 Adventist Christmas Programming
On Christmas, December 25, the Adventist Church will be represented on national television! The Southwestern Union Conference, the Southwest Region Conference, and the Texas Conference, in collaboration with the Interfaith Broadcasting Commission, are pleased to present the Christmas Special, “Come Adore Him,” which will be aired on NBC television affiliates across the United States! Watch at 4:00 a.m. on KTUU Channel 2 (Anchorage); KTVF Channel 11 (Fairbanks); KATH Channel 2 (Juneau) and KSCT Channel 2.1 (Sitka).
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 AMA Annual Offering December 30!
The annual North Pacific Union Conference offering, in support of Arctic Missions, is December 30. This offering is one of the primary funding sources for the AMA ministry which is fully-funded by donations from supporters like you. AMA focuses on reaching over 220 bush villages. We have been blessed to enter several communities through radio and Bible workers. But, there is much work to be done! Please pray for this ministry, and if the Lord leads, donate to share the Good News with our Alaska Native brothers and sisters. Donations can be made directly at the Alaska Conference, 6100 O’Malley Rd., Anchorage, AK 99507, through Adventistgiving, or online at www.arcticmissionadventure.org. Thank you for being so supportive of this vital ministry.
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New Year Week Of Prayer
The Anchorage Community SDA Church warmly extends an invitation to everyone for a week of prayer. Located at 4317 Maciness St in Anchorage, the meetings start December 30th, 2023 and continue through January 6th, 2024 (see below for details). Bring a friend–the Community family looks forward to seeing you there.
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 2024 Ten Days Of Prayer
Join your Northwest family of faith in a journey of prayer during 10 Days of Prayer January 11-20. Immerse yourself in this 10-day prayer focus with an uplifting 2-minute video devotional accompanied by prayer prompts. Whether you choose to pray individually, with family, friends, or within the prayer networks of your local church or conference family–there’s a place for everyone in this sacred journey. Then, culminating 10 days of heartfelt prayers, our Northwest family will gather for a united prayer broadcast on Sabbath, January 20, at 3 pm (Alaska). Tune in to the @nwadventists broadcast on Facebook, Vimeo, and YouTube to join.
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 Reconnect, Rebuild, Rediscover, Renew
Retrouvaille is a marriage program that helps you RECONNECT, REBUILD, REDISCOVER, and RENEW your love and commitment for your spouse. Retrouvaille believes all marriages deserve the chance to heal and thrive. Retrouvaille might just be the best decision you will ever make for your family and marriage. For confidential information or to register for the next Retrouvaille of Alaska program beginning with a weekend experience on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, call 907-863-8000; email: anchorage@helpourmarriage.org;
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 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 activities after the series. Download the calendar below:
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 Utqiagvik Blue Christmas
The Village of Utqiagvik is set to host 'Blue Christmas', a holiday event that promotes open remembrance of loved ones. This unique gathering urges individuals to express their grief, particularly during the festive season. The event is scheduled for Friday, December 22, 2023, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Hopson Middle School. Arctic Mission Adventure (AMA), in collaboration with Utqiagvik's city and borough entities, leads this initiative. Attendees can expect to see an impressive snow sculpture, "Strength in Our Light" by renowned artist Paul Hanis. AMA's objective is to communicate a potent message to Alaska's Native communities highlighting the importance of open mourning and seeking support for healing. 'Blue Christmas' aims to stimulate discussions around emotional health, with aspirations to make this an annual tradition in Utqiagvik and other communities, fostering a wave of hope and healing throughout the state.
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Teen Dating
Teen dating violence is just as serious as adult domestic violence and it's just as common. It spans race, gender, and socioeconomic lines. Both males and females can be victims, but they are abused in different ways: Girls are more likely to yell, threaten to hurt themselves, pinch, or slap. Boys injure girls more severely and frequently. Learn more by watching the three minute video below:
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 Healthy Holiday Nutrition
Maintaining your health and nutrition goals can seem increasingly difficult during the holidays - but it's not impossible. Access tips to avoid excessive weight gain this season and learn how to become more intuitive about your holiday food choices.
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 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.
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