March 2007

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Big Sky, Big Troubles and a Big, Big God

March 01, 2007
Big Sky, Big Troubles and a Big, Big God It takes a big man to face life’s blows and come away happier and more in touch with God than ever. But Montana’s “Big Sky Country” has a way of growing such men, and Ron Harmon of Havre, Montana … read more

More Features

“Pathfinders Is Such a Worthwhile Program”

March 01, 2007
“Pathfinders Is Such a Worthwhile Program” Mark and Tammy Harris know how life-changing … read more

“God Knew What He Was Doing When He Invented Pathfinders”

March 01, 2007 | Maylan Schurch
“God Knew What He Was Doing When He Invented Pathfinders” "Rick does a great job of … read more

It's Not the Size of the Church

March 01, 2007 | Eve Rusk
Linda Hecker didn’t grow up as an Adventist and wasn’t a Pathfinder in her youth. The … read more

“Kids’ Ministry Is What It’s All About"

March 01, 2007 | Amy Schrader
“Kids’ Ministry Is What It’s All About" "Attention!” Every Wednesday evening at 6:45, … read more

Pathfinders Brings Kids Closer to Christ

March 01, 2007
"Stop! Stop! I can’t find my glasses!” cried the young man. The last bit of daylight … read more

We Do It for 'the Kids'

March 01, 2007 | John Kriegelstein
We Do It for 'the Kids' Vernon Osborn is gone again. Sometimes it’s for a few weeks. … read more

Free netAdventist Web Sites

March 01, 2007 | Steve Vistaunet
Free netAdventist Web Sites Now Offered to Each Northwest Church The North Pacific … read more

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

March 01, 2007
Because this section doesn't amount to much without its page design, it is not … read more

Editorial

Our Unsung Heroes in Uniform

March 01, 2007 | Jere Patzer
Sue and I had the privilege of spending 10 years of our professional ministry in youth … read more

Fresh Start

In Voluntary Joy

March 01, 2007 | Fresh Start | Karl Haffner
One of my most vivid memories of Pathfinders is belting out the song, “… volunteers, … read more

Momentum

Small Groups

March 01, 2007 | Dan Serns
Small Groups As soon as possible, begin a small group with your missionary partner and … read more

News

Adventist Health

Award-winning Care in the Comfort of Home

March 01, 2007 | Shawna Malvini
Think about traveling for long periods of time. Don’t you miss your own bed? Familiar … read more

Alaska Conference

Jail Ministry Yields Baptism

March 01, 2007 | Ken Crawford
Florie Jewel thought she was only coming to Alaska for one summer of adventure, but … read more

Alaska Conference

MVAS Presents The Bethlehem Inn 400 Community Members Attend

March 01, 2007 | Bobbie Grimstad
MVAS Presents The Bethlehem Inn 400 Community Members Attend The Mat Valley Adventist … read more

Idaho Conference

Cool Ringings

March 01, 2007 | Linda Klinger
"You can do it! Within 48 hours every one of you will be playing beautiful music,” said … read more

Idaho Conference

The First Baptism in the New Meridian Church Chavez Joins God's Family in Baptism

March 01, 2007 | Irene Willis
Jasmine Chavez became the first person to be baptized in the new Meridian Seventh-day … read more

Idaho Conference

Meridian Church Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Live Nativity

March 01, 2007 | Irene Willis
The Meridian Church celebrated the 10th anniversary of their "Live Nativity" on Dec. 15 … read more

Montana Conference

11th Annual Pinewood Derby Montana Conference Pathfinders Convene for Race

March 01, 2007 | Conna Bond
Montana Adventurer and Pathfinder clubs converged at Mountain View Adventist School gym … read more

Montana Conference

Grandmothers Share Jesus

March 01, 2007 | Milton Fish
For Lorraine Heater and Darlene Portra being grandparents is more than a title: It’s a … read more

Oregon Conference

Snow Story Mid-Columbia Pathfinders Experience the Deep Freeze

March 01, 2007 | Joyce Gallentine
There is no doubt in the minds of parents and grandparents how important Pathfinder … read more

Oregon Conference

Sidewalk Kids Hour Orchards Members Reach Out to Their Community

March 01, 2007 | Richard Dower
The Pathfinder leadership of the Orchards Church in Vancouver, Wash., wanted to find a … read more

Oregon Conference

Lents Holiday Bazaar Much More Than a Fundraiser

March 01, 2007 | John Press
The Lents Activity Center (LAC) is special to Marilyn Fowler. In September 2004, just … read more

Oregon Conference

I Found Jesus at Milo Christian Education is Evangelism

March 01, 2007 | Brian Baker
After being home-schooled for 10 years, I enrolled at Milo Adventist Academy. My … read more

Oregon Conference

Livingstone Student Wins Poster Contest

March 01, 2007 | Marissa McFarland
Joel Robinson, an eighth grader at Livingstone Adventist Academy, won an art contest … read more

Oregon Conference

Columbia Adventist Academy Welcomes Four New Staff Members

March 01, 2007 | Lara Dowie
Columbia Adventist Academy welcomed four new members to its staff this school year. … read more

Oregon Conference

PAA Teen Studies Abroad

March 01, 2007 | Liesl Vistaunet
At just 16, Trevor Haynes, a Portland Adventist Academy junior, got on a plane to leave … read more

Oregon Conference

Monte Robison Ordained to Ministry

March 01, 2007 | Amy Schrader
Monte Robison was ordained on Nov. 4, 2006, at the New Life at Glendoveer Church. … read more

Oregon Conference

Married to Christ A Unique Look at Baptism

March 01, 2007 | Charlie Little
Danielle Sustaire committed her life to following Christ on Friday evening, Jan. 5, … read more

Oregon Conference

Journey to Bethlehem Blesses Kelso-Longview Area

March 01, 2007 | Marilyn Roger
The Kelso-Longview (Wash.) Church marked the 10th anniversary of the Journey to … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Baby Dedications Evert Babies

March 01, 2007 | Joyce Depner
We were blessed with a special baby dedication in our Inchelium (Wash.) Church. John … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Pathfinders Study the Word of God

March 01, 2007 | Cheryl Wallace
Pathfinder Bible Achievement fondly referred to as the Bible Bowl is an annual event … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Capstone of the Call Eric Shadle Ordained to Pastoral Ministry

March 01, 2007 | Garrett Caldwell
"It was humbling and awe-inspiring…It was like the capstone to the long journey into … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Sharing Christ UCA Students Host Evangelistic Series

March 01, 2007 | Carmen Slavens
What happens when a teenager has a dream about sharing Christ with others? Add a few … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Pathfinders Find Friendship At Teen Retreat

March 01, 2007 | Cheryl Wallace
I noticed Terri (not her real name) walking over to talk with Pastor Kevin Wilfley. … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Valley Christian Students Active and Learning

March 01, 2007 | Waleeta Schwartz
In Kittitas Valley, the Valley Christian School (VCS) is continuing to work on their … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Wildcats Spring to Action

March 01, 2007 | Earl Brockman
A recent Sabbath at the Newport (Wash.) Church found the Pend Oreille Valley Wildcat … read more

Walla Walla University

Pohnpei Project Student Project Breathes New Life Into Old Lab

March 01, 2007 | Kristi Spurgeon
Three and a half years ago, Walla Walla College (WWC) student Raymond Betz spent a year … read more

Washington Conference

Evangelism Gains Momentum in Western Washington

March 01, 2007
Evangelism Gains Momentum in Western Washington Momentum is no longer an unknown or … read more

Washington Conference

Follow That Star Poulsbo Students Perform Original Play

March 01, 2007 | Summer Thresher
Despite the recent storm and the power outages throughout the area, the Poulsbo … read more

Washington Conference

Auburn Adventist Academy Welcomes Three New Staff Members

March 01, 2007 | Jondelle McGhee
Auburn Adventist Academy (AAA) welcomes three staff members to the team: Erin Hieb, who … read more

Washington Conference

David Comes to Life Churches Host Benefit Play for Local Hospice

March 01, 2007 | Kathy Nixon
The enigmatic biblical hero David came to life last November on the stage of Peninsula … read more