eNews 2009-08-30

2009-08-30

Get the Latest Info:

If you miss a Sabbath, you've missed a lot.  Not only did you miss the chance for building community and friendship, but you also missed hearing about all that is happening.  Every week, we have a bulletin produced that includes announcements, newsletter articles and calendar items.  You can see all of them on our website if you'd like.  You can also see the Church Board agenda and the minutes from the board.  CLICK HERE

Submit a Prayer Request/Praise

Many times we just need people to pray with us.  Maybe you don't feel like there's anyone to pray with.  You can submit a prayer request on our website and ask that it be shared with just the prayer team, or with everyone who visits the site.  It's your call - but why not share now with what you have to praise for or pray for.  CLICK HERE

Calendar

Our most up-to-date calendar is online.  Check it out, because as this church gets more and more active, it won't be about knowing what one thing is going on today, but about which thing I will choose to be part of today.  CLICK HERE

Share a Message

Do you know someone who missed a Sabbath and you think they should hear what was said in the message?  Do you want to help a shut-in and can burn a CD with a message to give to them?  Do you want to invite someone to church and think sharing a message would be a great place to start?  Then visit the church website and download the latest message(s) and share them around, listen again, or put them on a CD for someone who doesn't do computers.  You can listen from the website, put them into iTunes, or share the link.  The messages are now online almost immediately after the 11:10 service....  CLICK HERE

FYI - What's Happening!

• Tuesday - Conference Call Prayer Meeting - 6:30 AM
• Tuesday - Nominating Committee - 6:30 PM
• Wednesday - Binding the Wounds 7:00 PM
• Thursday - Bible Study Workshop with Pastor Danny.  This class is designed to give you instruction on studying the Bible with your friends and interests.  It's a way to introduce them to Jesus and what we believe.  Plan to come!
• Sabbath - Pastor Jeff is speaking
• Sept. 6 - Deaf Women's Bible Study 
• Sept. 7 - Labor Day - take the day off and picnic.
• Sept. 10 - Bible Study Workshop
• Sept. 11-12 - Samuel Want - Christ in China Study 7:00 PM both evenings.
• Oct. 3 - Communion
• Oct. 13 - Evangelism Seminar begins with Pastor Danny

eNews 2009-08-24

eNews - 2009-08-24

Community Groups Take Off with a Bang!

On Sabbath, we had our first ever Community Groups training.  Our goal was to launch 15 groups out of this and to eventually grow them to 30 groups by the end of the year.  53 people signed up to come.  We knew a few others would come, and we were right - 85 people came to the training and 32 people signed up to lead a group....  Read More

Iran - Damavand Climbing Expedition Report

On Saturday evening, Ron Oliver did a special report to talk about his climbing trip to Iran.  The Fireside Room was wall-to-wall people.  We had to set up chairs in the front and the back of the room stretch clear into the lobby of the church.  There was probably 100+ people there and many of them were non-members.  Ron gave an excellent travelogue, but also a presentation to accept Jesus and be in the new kingdom when it comes.  Yea God!  Way to go Ron!

FYI - What's Happening (for a complete Calendar - click here)

• Tonight - Education Committee 5:30 PM - Please pray for this committee, as we are in the midst of seeking ways to help families provide for their child's Christian education.  This year, the requests are greater than in times past and we're facing a possible $5,000 per month need.  This is totally outside the budget.  Please pray that we can make right choices to help as many as possible.
• Tonight - Finance Committee 6:30 PM - They are working on the church budget to take to the board on Wednesday evening
• Tonight - Worship Coordinators Meeting 7:30 PM 
• Tuesday - Nominating Committee
• Wednesday - Binding the Wounds continues at 7:00 PM
• Wednesday - Church Board Meeting at 7:00 PM - if you'd like to read past church board agendas and minutes, you can do so at this link: Click Here
• Sabbath - Worship at 8:45 and 11:10 AM, Study Time at 10:00 AM - Pastor Danny is speaking
• Sabbath Evening - Darmody/La Mountain Concert at 7:00 PM.  If you'd be interested in helping to defray the costs of this seminar, please place money in the tithe envelope and mark it for "concert" see website for more info
• September 3, 10 - Bible Study Workshop - if you've ever wondered how to give Bible Studies to people one-on-one, Pastor Danny will be presenting this continuing seminar on how to do just that.  Plan to come - there are already about 20 people signed up and there is room for more!
• October 3 - Communion
• October 13 - Fall Evangelistic Seminar.  We'll be mailing to 55,000 homes to gain their interest.  Plan to come.  We're also looking for additional funding for evangelism.  Please prayerfully consider giving to the funding of the mission of the church through evangelism.  Please mark your tithe envelope for Local Church: Evangelism.  This fiscal year, we'll be spending over $50,000 on evangelism and none of that is in the budget.  Your donations to this fund are much appreciated to further the work of the church into the community in an effective manner.

7 Job Openings!!! See inside!

Here are a few job openings some in the church may be interested in....  Of course, we are also looking at raising the bar on what it means to be the church office manager - if you are interested in any of them - see the three informational links below.  Please read them or pass them on to the people you know who may be looking for work....

Be a Difference Maker!

roger walter

Senior Pastor 

Adventist Community Church

http://bit.ly/qO3Vg

Office Manager Position Available

The Adventist Community Church of Vancouver is looking for an Office Manager person - male or female.  Traditionally, this has been a secretarial position.  We're now seeking to raise the bar on this position where this person will focus differently than in the past.  If you are interested in reading more, applying simply Click Here....

From: Gary Mclain <gary.mclain@oc.npuc.org>

Date: August 19, 2009 8:22:42 AM PDT

To: McLain Gary <gary.mclain@oc.npuc.org>

Subject: Oregon Conference Job Posting

Announcement from the Oregon Conference Communication Department
       Possible Bulletin Announcement

Job Opening: We are seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Communication Department who has a passion for serving others, excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent computer skills and a desire to learn more, is organized, and enjoys assisting and taking on assigned projects. To find out more go to our web site www.OregonConferece.org/employment-home.


Gary McLain
Communication Director

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From: edjbentz@comcast.net

Date: August 19, 2009 5:43:25 PM PDT

To: "Walter, Roger" <coachenator@gmail.com>

Subject: Job Openinng

Hi pastor roger

                  I got a real good line on a job opening. The Company is called Bemis Bag It is 5 blocks west of Kaufman ave. on fourth plain. This is a manufacturing job and is supposed to be a permanent position. This company has been in business for 50 years and offers benefits. I want to get the word out  so I guess I am starting with you. If you know anyone and they need more info give me a call.

 The lady I know who works there said there are 5 positons to be filled.

  ED
         

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Adventist Community Church eNews 2009-08-18

WELCOME!  eNews 2009-08-18

Mission/Vision Update:

Last night we had an interesting discussion about the various size of churches - small, medium and large churches. The background for the discussion was this information take from the book "One Size Doesn't Fit All."

You can find this information at this website:http://bit.ly/anNoe

We probably spent about an hour talking about the ramifications of....  Read More

Community Groups

Come on out and learn how to lead, support or even be in a group.  This Sabbath from 2-6 PM in the Fireside room we'll be launching Community Groups and learn how the interaction works and how to provide....  Read More

Office Manager Position Available

Traditionally, this has been a secretarial position.  We're now seeking to raise the bar on this position where this person will focus differently than in the past.  If you are interested in reading more, applying simply Click Here....

FYI - What's Happening!

• Tonight - Dashboard Team Meeting at 7:00 PM - this team is working on measurements for the church - what constitutes what needs to be measured, how do we measure it and get it done - what gets measured, gets done....
• Tonight - Nominating Committee at 6:30 PM
• Wednesday - Binding the Wounds at 7:00 PM
• Sabbath - Worship at 8:45 AM, Study at 10:00 AM, Worship at 11:10 AM
• Sabbath - Community Groups Training 2:00 - 6:00 PM - Potluck following for those in the training
• Sabbath Evening - Ron Oliver and his climbing Experience on Mt Damavand in Iran.  Bring a friend!
• 8/24 - Finance Committee - 6:30 PM
• 8/24 - Worship Coordinators Meeting - 7:30 PM
• 8/26 - Church Board
• 8/29 - Darmody/LaMountain Concert - see website for more info

Pathfinder Update

Begin forwarded message:

From: coyotesblinker <coyotesblinker@juno.com>

Date: August 16, 2009 12:47:38 PM PDT

To: esther@teleport.com,Sherry_c_97080@yahoo.com,rashuffman@yahoo.com, rmleno@hotmail.com,jsjjrichards@gmail.com,walkerlc1@gmail.com, coachenator@gmail.com

Subject: Update

Hello again!

Just a note to let you know that the Ft. Vancouver Pathfinders packed up
the tents and equipment into their trailer this morning and hit the road
at 10:00 am their time.  They had only travelled a short distance when
rain drops started to fall.  The tents and equipment were dry when they
packed the trailer (yeah!yeah!)  They stopped at a "cheese factory"  and
lunch at a rest stop and resuming travel on to Sioux Falls, SD tonight
along with a couple of other clubs.  They are enjoying this break, from
several days of packed activities, to catch up on sleep and soothe their
blisters,
sunburns and tired legs.  They figured that they each had walked about
3-4 miles each day.

They didn't have any breakdowns, no one got hurt (except the occasional
hurt feelings , but they worked through that), and no one got sick!  Pray
that
the trip home will be the same.

Have a good day@

Pat Wolfswinkel
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Pathfinders arrive in Oshkosh

From: coyotesblinker 

Date: August 11, 2009 8:23:03 PM PDT

Subject: update

Greetings to all,

The Pathfinders have arrived at Oshkosh, safe and sound.  God has blessed
them with good weather and safe travels these past few days.  They have
been working on setting up camp and getting ready for supper.  Everyone
is glad to be out of the vehicles and not have to travel for a few days.
Their camp is surrounded by familiar faces of clubs from home!  Everyone
was able to take a shower at the church they stayed at last night. (I
believe they have 5 min. showers at Oshkosh so they'll have to be quick.)
The church provided them with a special breakfast of Cinnamon Rolls,
fruits, milk & chocolate milk.

Now they will be exercising their leg muscles as they walk where ever
they go.  The first meeting was tonight.  Every evening, you can watch a
live stream on the Internet from camporee.  Here is the link:  
http://www.adventistyouth.org/cts/ .  Click on livewebstreaming and
follow the directions from there.  You can also view it on Hope Church
Channel every evening from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm PT.

May each one be blessed by being at this special event.

I'll write more later,

Pat Wolfswinkel
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Pathfinder Update

Begin forwarded message:

From: coyotesblinker

Date: August 10, 2009 11:36:07 PM PDT

Subject: Update

8-10-09

Hello again!

Sorry for the long space between e-mails, but yesterday, Sunday, they
didn't have cell service driving through Wyoming to Rapid City, South
Dakota.  They arrived safely in Rapid
City, SD in time to see Mt. Rushmore illuminated by lights.  It was
awesome!  They had been to a museum in Cody, WY before they left and
stopped several times along the
way.  They've seen many fields of Corn, Corn, Corn.  This morning they
left Rapid City early, stopping at "Corn Palace" and "Wall Drug". So they
have arrivcd at Mason City, IA.
Here they were able to take showers and get a good nights sleep.  They
leave early tomorrow morning to finish their drive to Oshkosh, WI and
participate in the 2009 Pathfinder
Camporee. Continue to pray for safe travel and good health.

Write more later,
Pat Wolfswinkel

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Fwd: 2 'Focus on North Korea' VOM events...September 18 and 19!

I failed to include this when it was sent out this morning....  Voice of the Martyr's is a good organization.

Be a Difference Maker!

roger walter

Senior Pastor 

Adventist Community Church

From: The Voice of the Martyrs Representative

Sent: Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:48 PM

To: Matt Rose

Subject: 2 'Focus on North Korea' VOM events...September 18 and 19!

Greetings friends of VOM and the persecuted Church!

 

North Korea is one of the most repressive and isolated regimes in the world. The country denies human rights to its citizens. North Korea is the worst perpetrator of persecution against Christian's in the world. Christians must practice their faith in deep secrecy and are in constant danger, though many continue to stand strong under relentless persecution. Despite harsh conditions, Christians are quietly adding to their numbers daily.

 

Please join us as we focus on the persecuted church in North Korea. You can attend our Friday September 18 evening session or our more in-depth Saturday September 19 all-day conference. Come and be challenged and encouraged by the faithfulness of our brothers and sisters and learn how we can pray and be involved in reaching into this nation. See attached flyer for information on the conference or visitwww.vommeetings.com

 

Speakers include:

 

"Esther" was born in North Korea and defected to China in 2000, where she met the Lord. She felt God calling her back inside NK and she was captured and imprisoned upon her return. But God gave her a ministry behind bars, and she promised a cell mate that she would share their story with the world if she ever got out. Following her miraculous release in 2006, she is making good on that promise. Her story will soon be released as a book by The Voice of The Martyrs in Canada and Korea. This is her first public appearance in the U.S.

 

Mr. Choi was a successful businessman who left his comfortable life in South Korea to reach North Koreans with the gospel in China. Mr. Choi brought the love and knowledge of Christ to so many North Korean refugees he was jailed by the Chinese for his "crime." During his more than two years in prison, he was tortured for continuing his evangelism. Near death, he was released by the Chinese and he now serves as Director of The Voice of the Martyrs in Korea.

 

The Reverend Eric Foley and his wife Mrs. Hyun Sook Foley founded The Voice of The Martyrs Korea, to support the work of the indigenous underground church in North Korea. The Foleys oversee a far-flung staff in the US and all across Asia which walks daily with North Koreans in order to help them accomplish the calling God has on each of their lives.

 

There is no charge to attend these gatherings but an offering will be received. Registration is required. For more information and to register, visit www.vommeetings.com or contact Phyllis at (877) 337-0302 or e-mail pcummins@vom-usa.org

 

In His Service,

 

VOM – Voice Ministries Staff

 

eNews 2009-08-10

Welcome to the Adventist Community Church's eNews

This morning, I was struck with the idea of how God's message has always been the same, that it's a message of grace that saves us.  I was reading in Jeremiah and read these words:

Jeremiah ^3:12 "Go and shout this message to my people in the countries in the north.²⁶ Tell them, 

'Come back to me, wayward Israel,' says the Lord.

'I will not continue to look on you with displeasure.²⁷

For I am merciful,' says the Lord.

'I will not be angry with you forever.

^3:13 However, you must confess that you have done wrong,²⁸

and that you have rebelled against the Lord your God.

You must confess²⁹ that you have given yourself to³⁰ foreign gods under every green tree,

and have not obeyed my commands,' says the Lord.

We need to create a community of grace - where people can hear the message - God will accept you back from wherever you've been, whatever you've done, whenever you've done it.  Just confess and God will take you back.  Sounds a lot like 1 John 1:9 - if we confess, he forgives.  Old and New - both testaments proclaim the same gospel message of grace.  Everyone in our community needs to hear it.

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FYI - What's Happening (find more information the church calendar on our website)

• Tonight (8/10) - Nominating Committee Meeting at 6:30 PM
• Tuesday (8/11) - Conference Call Prayer Meeting - check the website for log-in details - 6:30 AM
• Wednesday (8/12) - Binding the Wounds - 7:00 PM
• Wednesday (8/12) - Elder's Meeting - 7:00 PM
• Friday (8/14) - Shirley's last day as church secretary.  The Job description is being re-written, and if you'd like to receive a copy of it and an application when it is ready, please take a minute and send us a note to the church office at VancouverAdventist@gmail.com
• 8/17 - Mission/Vision Team Meeting - 6:30 PM 
• 8/18 - Ministry Dashboard Team Meeting - 7:00 PM
• 8/19 - Finance Team Meeting - 7:00 PM
• 8/22 - Community Groups Training - You can register on our website for this all important training time where we will establish the Community Groups as the social, care and discipleship arm of the church.  2:00-6:00 PM
• 8/22 - Mt. Damavand Climbing Adventure with Ron Oliver - Bring a Friend to hear about this story and see the pictures of Iran and one of it's tallest peaks.  7:00 PM
• 8/26 - Church Board Meeting - 7:00 PM
• 8/29 - Darmody and LaMountain Concert at 7:00 PM.  Bring a friend and invite them along to hear the gospel in song.  

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Fwd: Oshkosh Trip Begins

FYI

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> Hi all,
>
> It's early, and the madness has started. In a few moments, we will
> be on
> the road to Boise for the start of the 2009 NAD International
> Pathfinder
> Camporee in Oshkosh, WI. Pray for safe travel, a good time, and
> sanity
> for the staff. I'll write when I can on the road, but most will be
> from
> Oshkosh.
>
> Wendy Wolfswinkel, Deputy Director
> Fort Vancouver Pathfinder Club

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eNews 2009-08-03

eNews - Adventist Community Church 2009-08-03 What Are You Tangled Up In? It's funny the things we get our lives tangled up in.... SAGINAW, Michigan ‚ A Michigan man has learned not to stick his fingers in certain places. Victor Harris, of Saginaw, Michigan, was pouring a fuel additive into his Lincoln Navigator sport utility vehicle Thursday when a piece of paper fell into the gas tank. Harris tried to fish the paper out, but his index finger became stuck in the gas tank. WJRT-TV reported Harris tried to extract his digit for two hours before friends called the fire department. It took another two hours before emergency responders cut the gas tank tube out of the vehicle. Doctors later removed Harris' finger from the tube. He received two stitches.  Harris said he's learned his lesson and won't put his finger back in the gas tank. Right now, what's your life tangled up in?  Why not take a moment and untangle it by getting into your Bible, praying and spending a little quiet time with Jesus.  It won't hurt.  It will only help to untangle our lives a bit in this fast-paced world.... FYI - What's Happening! (click on any link below for more information) Mission/Vision Team Meeting tonight (Monday) at 6:30 PM Conference Call Prayer Meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6:30 AM Wednesday - Binding the Wounds - 7:00 PM 8/10 - Nominating Committee 6:30 PM 8/12 - Elder's Meeting at 7:00 PM 8/14 - Shirley, our church secretary's last day in the office.  If you'd like to be considered for this position, please contact the church office for more information. 8/22 - Community Groups Training 2-6 PM.  Register on our website. 8/22 - Iranian Climbing Program by Ron Oliver at 7:00 PM - BRING A FRIEND!  This should prove to be an interesting program with all the news about Iran lately. 8/26 - Church Board Meeting 8/29 - Darmody/La Mountain Concert For more information and the most up-to-date information, check out our website and church calendar. You received this message because you are subscribed to the Adventist Community Church's google group.    If you were forwarded this email, and would like to subscribe to this list, simply send an email to:  adventistcc-subscribe@googlegroups.com  To unsubscribe from this group, send email to  adventistcc+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com