Entries for December 2008

Could It Be “Chicken Little’s Squawk Is Right? 

“The Lord has shown me clearly that the image of the beast will be formed before probation closes; for it is to be the great test for the people of God, by which their eternal destiny will be decided. . .”  Vol. 7 EGW Comments to the Adventist Bible Commentary p 976 

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This month started off with a bang with all the fun surrounding the Fall Fest on November 1st. Cristal did a wonderful job with this event that was held in the gym. The eighth graders held a cake walk that was hosted by Cheryl Smith. With her help they raised $175 for their class trip. We want to extend a thank you to all the generous people who took the time to donate a cake for the event. The grand prize winner was Michelle Sipes who won a gorgeous carrot cake made by Sue Schubert. 

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The November 29 weekend completed six weeks of Pastor Mark Finley's impassioned and timely worldwide satellite evangelism series from Orlando, Florida.  Though billed as a new approach with new material, Finley knows what has worked in the past. His global call and basically the same sequence and materials were presented as the first series in NET ‘95.

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Elsie, Noni, and Diane from the Westminster church attended the prayer conference November 7th & 8th at the Columbia Union Conference.  The husband & wife team of the Janis & Jerry Page, shared what was on their hearts. This conference would be like no other.  There were many stories to illustrate the power of prayer. God can give so much more if one only believes and asks. 

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The theme for our Health and Temperance Day on Sabbath, November 8, 2008, was "Restoring God's Image in Humanity."  We were privileged to have Dr. Gasper Colon, professor of religion and a recent past president of Columbia Union College, as the key note speaker for our special health and temperance day. His lovely wife, May Ellen, also accompanied him for this special time.  

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On November 20, the WSDA Church Board met to review the financial statement and various other issues.

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The morning was chilly but hearts were warmed as children of all ages gathered together on Sabbath morning, November 22, for HISspace children’s church.  The theme for the day was using our talents for the Lord, specifically talking about music.  What better way to start then with a song service led out by Jan Wall and finished with Amazing Grace sung by Dominique Wilson. 

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Sabbath, November 15, the Adventurers marched in to the tune of their club song "We are Adventures!"   Ms. Debbie asked the congregation to stand as they all said the Pledges: Pledge of Allegiance to American flag, Christian flag, Bible, the Adventurer Pledge and Laws.  Ms. Elizabeth introduced her staff, spoke about the Adventure law, and introduced the children.  Each child explained what one part of the law (Jesus can help me to be: obedient, pure, true, kind, respectful, attentive, helpful, cheerful, thoughtful, reverent) meant. 

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Crest Lane Home & School held its first ever Fall Festival fundraising event on the evening of Saturday, November 2nd at Crest Lane School.  What a wonderful evening of fellowship and fun it was for the non-church members and church members who attended! 

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As a way of saying thank you for attending DISCOVERIES08 Prophecy Series during October and November at the Adventist Church, you will not want to miss this live local presentation studying the Old Testament book of Daniel!

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