October 2008

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October 01, 2008
Wes Rippey, M.D., and CMO at Adventist Medical Center in Portland, Oregon, embodies the spirit of extraordinary service at Adventist Health. This month's feature portrays individuals and programs throughout AH that personify the term " … read more
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Everyday Extraordinary: Making the Mission of Adventist Health

October 01, 2008 | Bob Carmen
As I look back over this year—my first—as president of Adventist Health, I am struck by … read more

Extraordinary Commitment:

October 01, 2008 | Shawna Malvini
Don’t let Ethel Isberg fool you. Though illness has left her bent over and frail- … read more

Extraordinary Medicine—At Adventist Health, The Doctor is Always In

October 01, 2008 | Shawna Malvini
It’s the playoffs. Dignity is on the line—there’s only one touchdown between you and … read more

Extraordinary Technology:

October 01, 2008 | Shawna Malvini
With tech support jokes and goofy Mac versus PC commercials, it is no wonder the … read more

Extraordinary Service—Something Special in WWGH’s Plant Services

October 01, 2008 | Shawna Malvini
In small hospitals, it's common for employees to wear many hats. At Walla Walla General … read more

Ask PJ

Ask PJ Does How I Look Reveal Who I Am?

October 01, 2008
There is always more to a person than the clothes they put on, the makeup they might … read more

Did You Know?

Did You Know October 2008

October 01, 2008
Because this section is primarily a graphic design in the print version, it is not … read more

Editorial

Being Extraordinary for God

October 01, 2008 | Jere Patzer
God calls us to be the best we can be—faithful, honest, charitable and kind. But what … read more

Let's Talk

A Plan of 'Salivation'

October 01, 2008
It was late in the evening. After a long and tiring trip my beloved and I finally … read more

Intersections

FYI October 2008

October 01, 2008
Inside Scoop Caldwell Accepts GC Communication Position Garrett Caldwell, Upper … read more

Let's Talk

A Plan of 'Salivation'

October 01, 2008
It was late in the evening. After a long and tiring trip my beloved and I finally … read more

News

Alaska Conference

Alaska Camp Meetings Share the Light

October 01, 2008 | John Kriegelstein
The never-setting sun offers Alaskan residents the opportunity to enjoy nearly nonstop … read more

Alaska Conference

Uninvited Cyclist Enriches Classroom Lesson

October 01, 2008 | Nickie Linder
Nickie Linder, Juneau Adventist Christian School teacher, found a surprise at school … read more

Idaho Conference

Kings and Queens Come to Vale VBS

October 01, 2008 | Sylvia Ellis
Nearly 60 children came to the Vale, Ore., Vacation Bible School held July 21–25. The … read more

Idaho Conference

Caldwell Kids Join King's Court at Gem State Academy Church

October 01, 2008 | Marta Stone
"How do we know Jesus is real, that He came to earth to save us and give us a plan for … read more

Idaho Conference

God's Big Backyard Is in Eagle, Idaho

October 01, 2008 | Edie Taylor
A Vacation Bible School program at the Eagle Church illustrated to children in the … read more

Idaho Conference

Idaho Members Reach Out With VBS

October 01, 2008
Children throughout the Treasure Valley and beyond enjoyed learning more about Jesus … read more

Idaho Conference

Reunion Rekindles Friendships For Enterprise Students

October 01, 2008 | Nadine Messer
What began as phone calls from Neil Springer to a few of his former classmates a year … read more

Idaho Conference

Serving God in Our Own Backyard

October 01, 2008 | Becky Bindernagel
"Excuse me, did you just say we have 87 children on our first night?" asked Veronica … read more

Montana Conference

Michigan Meets Montana For Mission Trip VBS

October 01, 2008 | Marilyn Delinger
This summer, a group of 75 people came from the Berrien Springs, Mich., Village Church … read more

Montana Conference

New Stevensville Member Answers Overwhelming Call for Baptism

October 01, 2008 | Virginia Davis
Nicki Wandler felt the gentle urgings of the Holy Spirit grow stronger and stronger. … read more

Oregon Conference

Columbia Adventist Academy Imports New Leadership

October 01, 2008 | Lara Dowie
M atthew Butte has started his first year as Columbia Adventist Academy principal. But … read more

Oregon Conference

Emerald Women Serve Community Needs

October 01, 2008 | Francine Delmore
The Emerald Adventist Community Service Center in Eugene, Ore., resumed its service to … read more

Oregon Conference

Gladstone Park Church Conducts Castles and Crowns VBS

October 01, 2008 | Richard Cook
The Vacation Bible School program, Castles and Crowns, was held in the Gladstone Park … read more

Oregon Conference

Kelso-Longview Members Join Community-wide Project

October 01, 2008 | Linda Wilson
It was cloudy and cool as Kelso-Longview Church members joined together to tackle brush … read more

Oregon Conference

Lebanon Church Holds Powerful VBS

October 01, 2008 | Gwen Langham
Lebanon Church held a morning Vacation Bible School from June 16–20 for more than 117 … read more

Oregon Conference

Mid-Columbia Graduates a Winner

October 01, 2008 | Joyce Gallentine
Devon Davis graduated from Mid-Columbia Adventist Christian School in Hood River, Ore … read more

Oregon Conference

New Member Finds Freedom in Christ

October 01, 2008 | Richard Cook
Duane McGuire, who found freedom in Christ when he was incarcerated for 18 months, was … read more

Oregon Conference

New Staff Join the Milo Family

October 01, 2008 | Ellen Morgan
Several new staff members have joined Milo Adventist Academy. Matt Melashenko is the … read more

Oregon Conference

PAA Welcomes Community to Block Party

October 01, 2008 | Liesl Vistaunet
Portland Adventist Academy connected with its community by inviting neighbors to come … read more

Oregon Conference

Waldport Makes It Official

October 01, 2008 | Cathy Raymer
More than 150 guests from the community and from the Florence and Newport churches … read more

Oregon Conference

Vacation Bible Schools Captivate Kids

October 01, 2008
Many children look forward all year to a favorite summer activity—Vacation Bible School … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

F.R.O.G.S. Cool Off Spokane

October 01, 2008 | Ben Forry
During the long days of summer, F.R.O.G.S. set out to cool off their neighborhood. The … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Parents Find UCA Worth The Trip

October 01, 2008 | Danielle Shull
At Upper Columbia Academy, the new school year has begun, bringing with it a new … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Students IGNITE UCA

October 01, 2008 | Danielle Schull
At Upper Columbia Academy, seven students have stepped forward to ignite the campus for … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Yakima Food Bank Expands the Menu

October 01, 2008 | Nita Hinman
Not only is the Yakima Adventist Food Bank known for providing the best quality food, … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

Athol Holds Castles and Crowns VBS

October 01, 2008 | Nancy Smith
Children in Athol, Idaho, enjoyed this summer's Castles and Crowns Vacation Bible … read more

Upper Columbia Conference

All Things are Possible With God at Rathdrum VBS

October 01, 2008 | Jeanne Johnson
When it came to Vacation Bible School, the little church plant in Rathdrum, Idaho, felt … read more

Walla Walla University

International Assignment Gives Student Hands-on Experience

October 01, 2008
Walla Walla University junior mass communications major Eric Ashley went to Chile for … read more

Walla Walla University

WWU Appoints Wagner as Marketing Vice President

October 01, 2008
A Walla Walla University graduate has been named vice president for marketing and … read more

Washington Conference

Auburn Adventist Academy Fills to Capacity

October 01, 2008 | Jondelle McGhee
Auburn Adventist Academy began a new year school with an increase in enrollment from … read more

Washington Conference

Educators 'Make a Difference' in the Community

October 01, 2008
Nearly 150 educators representing 23 schools in the Seventh-day Adventist school system … read more

Washington Conference

Enumclaw Members Travel to Chile

October 01, 2008 | Darla Riotto
Church members in Enumclaw, Wash. experienced the thrill of mission work when they … read more

Washington Conference

Inner-city Kids Find a Place to Belong

October 01, 2008 | Raschelle Casebier
On a Thursday morning in August, 53 nervous kids ages 8 to 13 arrived at Sunset Lake … read more

Washington Conference

New Staff Join Buena Vista Elementary

October 01, 2008
The face of Buena Vista Elementary School’s teaching staff changed drastically this … read more

Washington Conference

Washington State Reformatory Hosts Four Baptisms

October 01, 2008 | Gayle Woodruff
There were lots of smiling faces—and really cold water!" says Kim Willis, tireless … read more

World Church

World News Briefs October 2008

October 01, 2008
Ukraine ADRA Aids Flood Victims Thousands of Ukrainians have been left without homes … read more