September 2007

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Feature

Welcome to My Camp

September 01, 2007 | Richard Dower
"Hello, I'm Monte Church and welcome to my camp." With these words of welcome, Monte Church, Northwest and Canada Native Ministries director and Native storyteller, begins a new program, "God's Scouts," in the Native New Day series of … read more

More Features

Where There Is a Will

September 01, 2007
Planned Giving and Trust Services Alaska Conference, Gary W. Dodge, NPUC, (360) 857- … read more

Where There's A Will

September 01, 2007 | Heidi Corder
And Jesus came to them and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me … read more

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

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

Editorial

That's A Great Story...Zeke!

September 01, 2007 | Jere Patzer
There are a few people who are naturals when it comes to sharing their faith. You know … read more

Fresh Start

The Paralytic and a Shingle Mom

September 01, 2007 | Fresh Start | Karl Haffner
His world was a 4- by 6-foot mat. He couldn't walk, swim, work or play. He was … read more

Momentum

Momentum Text

September 01, 2007
". . . When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and … read more

Momentum

'It's God's House'

September 01, 2007 | Paul Johnson
"My husband Steve and I wanted to give Bible studies in our home, but we lived in a … read more

North Pacific Union

Solar Bibles Carry Great Promise

September 01, 2007 | Steve Vistaunet
Global Mission enthusiasts will be intrigued with a new project envisioned by Bruce … read more

North Pacific Union

Forever Grateful

September 01, 2007 | Norm Klam
The first two verses of Psalm 18 truly represent my feelings toward my God and you, my … read more

Perspective

Christmas in July

September 01, 2007 | James Berglund
Her eyes were riveted to the clock as she waited, timecard in hand, to end her shift. … read more

News

Adventist Health

Preserving Spiritual Care

September 01, 2007 | Health | Heather Preston Wheeler
Adventist Health is committed to treating the whole person—body, mind and spirit. … read more

Alaska Conference

Camp Meeting Offers Training to Fight Depression

September 01, 2007 | Ken Crawford
"One of the best camp meetings ever. I was so blessed!" "I am so excited to see the … read more

Alaska Conference

Men's Retreat in Alaska Wilderness

September 01, 2007 | Thearon Staddon
It was only after I'd survived the first half-dozen hog wallows on the trail into the … read more

Alaska Conference

Staddon Assumes Treasury Duties

September 01, 2007 | Ken Crawford
In January 2007, Sharon Staddon became the new treasurer for the Alaska Conference … read more

Alaska Conference

Alaska Mission History, 1896–1983 Book Becomes a Reality

September 01, 2007 | John Kriegelstein
After a lifetime of collecting articles, books, photos, and personal notes and letters … read more

Alaska Conference

New Executive Secretary Joins Alaska's Administrative Team

September 01, 2007 | Ken Crawford
Alaska welcomes Edward Dunn as the new Alaska Conference executive secretary. Dunn and … read more

Idaho Conference

Soul-winning Training Provides Momentum for Idaho

September 01, 2007 | Stephen McPherson
Karen Lewis, Rocky Mountain Conference lay Bible worker program director, spoke to more … read more

Idaho Conference

Idaho Conference Members Train Others To Evangelize and Retain Members

September 01, 2007 | Eve Rusk
Evangelism—it used to be the responsibility of the professionals. But several dozen … read more

Idaho Conference

Miracles in Idaho Falls

September 01, 2007 | Carrie Tow
Because of low enrollment, the Idaho Conference was suggesting closing Adventist … read more

Montana Conference

Bozeman Area Churches Host Homeless

September 01, 2007 | Kim Snider
Several churches in the Bozeman area have, for the second year, opened their doors and … read more

Montana Conference

The Biggest Cowboy Camp Meeting Yet!

September 01, 2007 | Virginia Davis
The third annual Cowboy Camp Meeting at Elk Springs Ranch near Florence, Mont., was … read more

Montana Conference

The Courage of A Neighbor Helps Lead Man to Christ

September 01, 2007 | Bill Whitney
The Lewistown Church held evangelistic meetings this spring. As a result, on June 9, … read more

North Pacific Union

Solar Bibles Carry Great Promise

September 01, 2007 | Steve Vistaunet
Global Mission enthusiasts will be intrigued with a new project envisioned by Bruce … read more

North Pacific Union

Forever Grateful

September 01, 2007 | Norm Klam
The first two verses of Psalm 18 truly represent my feelings toward my God and you, my … read more

Oregon Conference

Mega Oregon Culminates at Hispanic Convocation

September 01, 2007 | Douglas Clayville
What would happen if the Adventist church did not do evangelism? Flor was ready to … read more

Oregon Conference

Unique Gifts and a Heart for Service

September 01, 2007 | Lary Brown
"This is what we're here for—to be of help and to serve others," says Florence Bell, … read more

Oregon Conference

God Provides the Way God Blesses Milo Students for Stepping Out in Faith

September 01, 2007 | Brittany Reynolds
Adán Lopez might seem like the average 19-year-old, but his story is truly miraculous. … read more

Oregon Conference

Grants Pass Community Service 'Dorcas' Is a Shining Light

September 01, 2007 | Evelyn Wagner
As people enter the Dorcas building, a feeling of friendliness, comfort and joy greets … read more

Oregon Conference

PAA Begins Broadcasting Digitally

September 01, 2007 | Liesl Vistaunet
Our Adventist legacy demonstrates a rich relationship with broadcast communications. It … read more

Oregon Conference

Sharon Church Inspirational Choir Shares Heaven

September 01, 2007 | Linda Foxworth
The Sharon Church Inspirational Choir has been busy carrying out the theme of the choir … read more

Oregon Conference

Sunshine and Blue Skies For Southern Oregon Women's Retreat

September 01, 2007 | Alice Ray
Sunshine and blue skies greeted the more than 75 ladies as they crossed the covered … read more

Oregon Conference

Anxiously Waiting

September 01, 2007 | Edith Woodruff
Have you ever known someone who is a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church but has … read more

Oregon Conference

Gladstone Camp Meeting 2007 Rain Dampens Tents and Seats, but Not Spirits

September 01, 2007 | Krissy Barber
Rain threatened to curtail this year's Gladstone Camp Meeting crowds as it began on … read more

Oregon Conference

Evangelism Training Camp Inspires Teens and Young Adults

September 01, 2007 | Douglas Clayville
"Fun." "That was great!" "I'm ready to do that again." Those are not usually words used … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Sheridan Meadows Hosts Inaugural Camp Meeting

September 01, 2007 | Judy Bitton
The first Northeastern Washington Camp Meeting was held at the beautiful, newly … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

New Hispanic Coordinator Joins Upper Columbia Conference

September 01, 2007 | Kathy Marson
A new Hispanic coordinator, Walter Pintos Schmidt, recently started work for the Upper … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Yakima Mission to Guatemala

September 01, 2007 | Nita Hinman
"The girl I sent to Guatemala was not the same girl who came back." These were the … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

3ABN Brings a Family to Church In Irrigon, Ore.

September 01, 2007 | Norma Stahl
Jesse and Kimberly James moved to Umatilla, Ore., with their family recently. Not only … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Baptisms at Spirit Lake, Idaho

September 01, 2007 | Ruth Edwards
Michael Collins and Sharon Erickson were baptized in the Spirit Lake Church on … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

All Nations Center Involved in Community Outreach

September 01, 2007 | Peter Trzinski
The Bible says, "And three thousand were added to their number that day" (Acts 2:41, … read more

Walla Walla University

If You Bake it, They Will Come WWC Student Hears God's Calling

September 01, 2007 | Becky Beddoe
In 2004, while participating in the Walla Walla College (WWC) summer language program … read more

Washington Conference

A Better Plan God Leads the Lives of Two Ministers

September 01, 2007
Eric Williams thought being a pastor would be boring—that is, until he started working … read more

Washington Conference

A Spiritual Feast Port Angeles Church Distributes Literature

September 01, 2007 | Kathy Nixon
During the national Ten Commandments Day in May, the Port Angeles Church obtained … read more

Washington Conference

Loving God, Loving People Rick Quast Retires

September 01, 2007
Rick Quast, a pastor with more than 40 years of experience, is looking forward to " … read more

Washington Conference

KACS Radio Ministry Raises Friends, Not Just Funds

September 01, 2007 | Cameron Beierle
The Adventist radio station serving the I-5 corridor between Longview and Tacoma, Wash … read more

Washington Conference

Graham Celebrates 25 years with Sanctuary Dedication

September 01, 2007 | Doug Bing
A dream from the 1960s for a church in Graham, Wash., became a reality in the 1980s, … read more

Washington Conference

Historic Weekend First Hispanic Camp Meeting Held in Washington Conference

September 01, 2007 | Omar Grieve
Washington Conference Hispanic Ministries presented its first three-day Hispanic Camp … read more

Washington Conference

Fin de Semana Histórico Se Llevó a Cabo el Primer Campestre Hispano en la Conferencia de Washington

September 01, 2007 | Omar Grieve
El Departamento del Ministerio Hispano de la Conferencia de Washington tuvo el orgullo … read more

Washington Conference

Joining the Family Auburn Adventist Academy Welcomes New Faculty and Staff

September 01, 2007 | Jondelle McGhee
Auburn Adventist Academy (AAA) is happy to announce the arrival of six new faculty. … read more

Washington Conference

A Place to Belong Sunset Lake Camp Celebrates 50 Years of Camping Excellence

September 01, 2007 | Brittany Russell
A horse with its young rider wandered off the path. When the accompanying wrangler saw … read more

Washington Conference

Hilda's Brigade Arlington Church Participates in Cancer Walk

September 01, 2007 | David Patrick
When Hilda Pouli, a member of the Arlington Church, recently lost her battle with … read more