Oregon Conference Executive Committee Makes Difficult Decision to Suspend Camp Meeting 2024
As the Oregon Conference Administration and Executive Committee work diligently under God’s leadership to restore our Conference to sound financial footing, a number of difficult decisions continue to be considered. A guiding principle is that no significantly costly expenses – no matter how longstanding and beloved – can be completely off limits as the leadership team conducts cost-benefit analyses.
In that vein, on April 18, the Executive Committee, with prayerful consideration, made the extremely difficult decision to suspend Spanish and English camp meetings for 2024, with plans to fully reinstate this Spirit-filled event for 2025. As you likely know, camp meeting is one of the most expensive line items in the Oregon Conference budget every year and to produce it this year would have required the Conference to borrow approximately $380,000. As important as camp meeting is to all of us, we simply couldn’t justify taking on that much debt as we work to bring our budget back into balance. Keep reading...
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Young Adult L.I.F.E. Tour Coming to Portland
This transformative, FREE training event will offer expert practical training, exclusive resources, inspirational worship, ministry networking, and amazing food!
Learn more...
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Oromo Adventist Congregation Reaching One More for Christ
Praise God for His faithfulness and for honoring the prayers of the Oromo congregation to reach one more. Evangelism is not a one-time event, but it is a way of life for the Oromo congregation. Read more...
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Oregon Conference Women’s Ministries Leader’s Retreat
You're invited to this year's Women's Ministries Leader's Retreat, April 26-28, at the Gladstone Park Conference & Event Center. For women’s ministries leaders, assistant leaders, and women who want to be leaders in their church communities. Learn more...
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It Is Written Conducts Alaska Evangelism
and Mission Trip
This spring, 70 volunteers at pop-up free health clinics in Anchorage and Bethel invited residents to find hope for their physical and spiritual needs ahead of Revelation Today: Hope for Humanity. Learn more...
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The Hopeful
Debuts in Theaters
The Hopeful, a cinematic evangelism outreach, is debuting in select theaters across the country. This is a fantastic opportunity to introduce your friends and neighbors to the defining history and hopeful future of the Adventist Church through a 90-minute story. No theater near you? Sign up to host a local screening or get tickets...
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Leaders Approve Document to Support Pastors, Teachers,
and Members
On April 10, members of the GC Executive Committee voted to approve a document that seeks to support Seventh-day Adventist pastors, teachers, and church members in their efforts to respond to current theological and doctrinal challenges. Read more...
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The Propel Conference is coming April 28 - May 1
to Vancouver, Washington.
You are invited to join us for the evening sessions at no cost!
Cesar Gonzalez and Dr. Jesse Wilson speak on Sunday night, Jose Saint Phard and Dr. Hiram Rester on Monday night, and Cyndi Keiser and Byron Corbett on Tuesday night. Meetings start at 6:30 PM at Vancouver Adventist Community Church.
If this is something you are interested in, text the word “LOCAL” to 360-776-1477 or email: info@propelconference.org to get your FREE main session registration!
Learn more about the event at PropelConference.org
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PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN TOWN HALL DATES
This spring, churches around the conference will host the annual opportunity to worship and connect as a broader church with our Together in Mission town hall meetings. Every member is invited to participate in a gathering near them to experience the blessing of connecting with members from neighboring churches and with conference leaders. “Together in Mission” is a reminder that while we live, work, and worship in communities all across the Oregon Conference territory, we all share a common spiritual identity: children of God looking forward to Jesus’ soon return.
Our Together in Mission town hall meetings happen at 7:00 PM:
April 30 – Southern Oregon – Grants Pass Adventist Church
May 1 – Central Valley – Eugene Adventist Church
May 7– Greater Portland – Sunnyside Adventist Church
May 8 – SW Washington – Meadow Glade Adventist Church
May 14 – Central Oregon – Bend Adventist Church
Mark calendars and plan to join in a “Together in Mission” town hall near you!
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Milo Adventist Academy Family Weekend
Get ready to make memories and connections at our upcoming Family Weekend, May 10-12! Whether you're already part of our close-knit Milo community or considering joining us, this event is your opportunity to connect with fellow families and staff and discover what sets us apart as a place to learn and grow. Join us for family brunch, horse show, worship and fellowship, guided campus tours and much more! Make sure to reserve your lodging and get further details by giving us a call at 541-825-3200 or emailing us at info@miloacademy.org. We can't wait to share this special weekend with you!
Sunnyside Symphony Orchestra Benefit Concert
Please join the Sunnyside Symphony Orchestra family for a special vocal recital featuring soprano, Saori DeBruyn, Sunday, April 28, at 3:00 PM, at Sunnyside Adventist Church. You may have heard Saori sing at the October Sunnyside Symphony Orchestra concert and she is back with a special benefit concert to support the SSO. This is a free event. See you there! The Sunnyside Adventist Church is located at 10501 SE Market St, Portland, OR 97216.
Claim You Children Back - A Weekend Revival
Do you grieve for children and loved ones that are no longer attending church? Gladstone Park Adventist Church will be presenting a workshop called Claim Your Children Back, April 26-27. This 3-part workshop will help bring joy, peace, healing, and encouragement. It will build your faith in the word of God that reveals how the Lord plans to save your family and what he expects from you and others. Presentations will be held Friday, April 26 at 7:00 PM and Saturday, April 27 at 11:00 AM followed by potluck and a 2:00 PM afternoon seminar. Our presenter will be Grant Agadjanian, president of Creative Media Ministries. Gladstone Park Adventist Church is located at. 8378 Cason Road in Gladstone, Oregon. Register and get your free ticket at gladstone-park-church.ticketleap.com.
A Journey Through Generations Series
You're invited to attend a 3-part series on senior safety and care by Dr. Albert Munanga at the Gladstone Park Adventist Church, April 8, 15, and 22 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. On April 8, the topic will be Cyber Criminals Targeting Seniors – What you need to do to protect yourself. The topic of the April 15 seminar will be The Many Options for Care and their Costs – Planning ahead. And on April 22 the seminar will be covering How to Remain in the Safety and Comfort of my Own Home – For as long as time allows. This series is sponsored by Serengeti Home Care. RSVP for any of these seminars by calling 971-500-2902 or emailing catlyne@serengeticare.com. Gladstone Park Adventist Church is located at 8378 Cason Rd, Gladstone, OR 97027
Portland Adventist Academy Alumni Reunion Weekend
Attention Portland Adventist Academy alumni: PAA/PUA Alumni Reunion Weekend is May 3-5! Honor classes include: '49 (75-year class), ‘54, ‘64, ‘74 (50-year class), ‘84, ‘94, ‘99 (25-year class), ‘04, ‘14, ‘19 (5-year class). More details at: www.paasda.org/alumni
Big Lake Youth Camp: In search of Golf Cart or Side-by-side
Big Lake Youth Camp is looking for a gently used golf cart or a side-by-side/Ranger style of vehicle for camp use during the summers. If you have one you'd like to donate, please reach out to our office: office@biglake.org or call (503) 850-3583.
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