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Greetings church family,
All my kids are back in school again! Portland Adventist Academy started up last week. Portland Adventist Elementary School started up this week. It has been interesting to see the hustle and bustle at the area schools as they have started the school year. There was also a multitude of pictures posted on social media showing kids everywhere going back to school. I always enjoyed going back to school when I was younger because I have always loved learning. I enjoyed learning so much that when I was younger, I would read encyclopedias for fun. As I have grown older, I have not always had that same desire in the hectic busy world in which we live.
This back to school time got me thinking about our efforts as adults to learn. We are told in the Bible that Jesus himself went through a learning process when He walked on this earth. It says, ”Jesus kept increasing in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men” (Luke 2:52, NASB). I love the way this verse is translated because it points out that Jesus continued to increase in wisdom. It also makes it clear that Jesus grew in the knowledge of God and His fellow men.
So we should ask ourselves a question. Are we still trying to learn and grow in knowledge? Are we still growing in wisdom with God and men? The Bible tells us, “Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights” (Proverbs 18:15, MSG). We should follow the example of Jesus. We should seek to try to learn more and more about God every day. We should seek to try and learn more and more about the people around us every day. Maybe it’s time for all of us to go back to school, starting today!
Blessings to you and yours,
Pastor Juan Fresse
Send your “shout-outs” to info@SunnysideAdventist.org so we can include them in next week’s Communiqué. This is a place you can recognize someone for doing well, or going beyond expectations.
A special shout out to Roger Rosenquist who has so expertly assisted the technicians in the installation of our new lighting. Thank you, Roger!
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This Weekend
This Sabbath we will celebrate Communion together and have one Worship Service. It will begin at 11:15 am. Pastor Mark Witas will be presenting our Bible message titled “Wise Man, Foolish Man.”
Please take note — there will not be a potluck today. We celebrated our monthly fellowship potluck last week.
Announcements
The Sunnyside Adventurer Club is starting a new year and invites everyone to an Open House featuring The Bug Chicks {We’ll learn about insects, arachnids and their relatives! Fun!} – Monday, September 9, 6:00 pm. The Adventurer Club is for families with children 4-10 years old and meets (almost) every Monday, 6:00-7:00 pm, September through May.
Thursday, September 12, 6:30 pm, Adventist Health features “A Plant-Powered Kitchen: Mediterranean Delights.” This is a free cooking class conducted in the Education Center at Adventist Medical Center. Register Online. https://tinyurl.com/y38xhz2l or call 503-251-6174.
Sabbath, September 14, Dr. Joyce Choe, MD, MPH, will be joining us for a potluck immediately following the second service. After the potluck, she will give a presentation titled “Biblical Emotional Intelligence.” You will not want to miss this presentation. Please see the enclosed flyer.
Handbells for everyone! In mid-September rehearsals for handbell and handchime choirs will begin. Everyone is welcome, new ringers, experienced, and those without any experience. Working together as a team provides a very rewarding experience making music together to share with others. Invite 2 or 3 of your friends to try something new along with you. Tuesdays at 6:30 pm the handchimes will rehearse, and Thursdays at 6:30 pm, the handbells will rehearse. Explore the possibilities by calling Rosemayne at 503-730-5317, leave your name and phone number, and she will return your call. Those of you who have been a bell ringer previously, please confirm with Rosemayne your interest for this year.
Our neighborhood school, Cherry Park Elementary, is soliciting help in many areas. We, as a church, have taken this opportunity to become partners with Cherry Park and assist them in any way possible. If you would like to help, contact the church office, 503-252-8080.
The Heritage Singers will present a concert Saturday, September 28, 7:00 pm, here at Sunnyside Adventist Church. Join us for the brilliant vocal harmonies, inspired lyrical creativity, combined with powerful uncompromising testimonies. Come join the award-winning Heritage Singers for this special time of praise!
Family Resource Network – Thank you for your continued support that has helped so many people in their time of need. Place your funds in an envelope marked Family Resource Network, account number 488.
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Area Events and Announcements
Doris Brooks, beloved middle school teacher, passed away Sunday, August 11, at the age of 99. A memorial service will be conducted at Healing Hope Seventh-day Adventist Fellowship on Sunday, September 8, at 2:00 pm.
Winston Lenz, a friend of many, passed away June 24. a Celebration of Life will be held on September 14. Please call his daughter, Lynnell Madson, 503-781-4140, for further details if you would like to attend.
September 8, 2019: BJ Christensen Memorial Golf Benefit.
Proceeds from this year’s tournament will go to Big Lake Youth Camp’s “Raise the Roof” campaign. Registration is open now at http://biglake.org/golf-benefit/. Last day to sign up is Tuesday, September 3! Contact the Portland Big Lake office with questions at
503-850-3585.
Event Location: The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club.
September 14, 2:30 pm: Christianity Under Attack in America.
Join us for a stimulating, exciting and eye-opening workshop where you’ll discover the truth about:
Who the real enemies of Christian freedoms in American are and
Why it matters to you.
How to stop them in their tracks and save your country before it is too late.
What your legal, moral and religious rights as an American really are.
How to defend and protect your freedoms, rights, and liberties.
Where the economy, climate change, social justice, and resilience fit into the picture.
How precious our nation is to God and how highly He regards American freedom.
Event Location: Your Bible Speaks SDA Church.
September 22-26: Deaf Christian Women’s Retreat.
In 2002, a group of deaf women decided to start a Women’s Retreat for deaf women in the Pacific Northwest. The deaf women are members of a completely different people group with their own rich language and culture. There is an average of 20 women attending the Deaf Women’s Retreat, and the deaf women who attend come from as far as the east coast. They enjoy gathering together – it’s like a family reunion. This year they are hoping to rent a bus to take the women to the coast for the day; however, they do not yet have the funds for this to happen. Also, this year, for the first time, they will be selling shirts with their logo on them to help raise funds for future events. They are hoping and praying they will be able to earn enough money so they can pay the expense for the weekend, and bring in a speaker from another state. If you would like to help sponsor the retreat, you can send a check made payable to “Tabernacle Adventist Church” and mark it for “Deaf Christian Women’s Ministries,” 26 SW Condor Way, Portland, OR 97239.
Event Location: Camp Tilikum, 15321 NE North Valley Rd, Newberg.
September 28, 6:00 pm. Jaime Jorge in Concert.
Join us for a wonderful concert by Jaime Jorge. He is a world-class violinist, born in Cuba and raised in a communist country. Jaime has a passion for proclaiming the gospel through his music. His gift of musical interpretation brings new life and excitement to every song. You will be inspired by is music and blessed as he shares his testimony.
Event Location: Hood View Church.
October 4 & 5 Women’s Convention with Dr. Hyveth Williams.
Ladies don’t miss out on the Early Bird Special (ending 8/29/19)! “Rise UP – Daughter of the King”. Breakout Speakers – Carrie White, LMHC, Pam Strachan-Proudfit, DMin, Rachel Griebel and Gary & Shelly Parks. Special appearances – PAA Gospel Choir, Shannon & Jeanine Goodwin and Janice Nelson. Go to https://www.adventsource.org/ or https://oregonconference.eventcalendarapp.com/u/9177/17629 for more information and to register.
PACS NEWS: (Portland Adventist Community Service)
Now is the time to volunteer at PACS – We will be honest. We could use a few more volunteers! Join our community of service and volunteer at PACS even once a week for 4 hours! If you or someone you know would like to give the gift of service as a thrift store cashier, driver/rider, help in our food pantry or any other volunteer positions, please call Kellie Stephens at, 503-252-8500 ext 1120 or kellie.stephens@pacsonline.org.
You’re invited to our Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, September 9, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, at the Gateway Grace Clinic, a caring nonprofit dental clinic serving low-income uninsured adults, a program of Portland Adventist Community Services. Please come celebrate with us as we open the long-awaited dental clinic! You’ve helped make this clinic a reality with your generous support and prayers. Location: 1424 NE 109th Ave, Portland 97220 | Parking at PACS or side streets on 109th Ave | more information please call 503-907-6768. Join Us!
PACS 2019 Awards Dinner and Silent Auction.
Save The Date! October 13, 2019 • Presented by Generations Retirement Communities. We hope to see you at our annual event honoring the amazing work of PACS staff, volunteers, community partners and YOU! As a community, we celebrate our achievements and invest in the future. For sponsorship opportunities, individual ticket sales, or information please contact Katie Linfoot at 503-252-8500 x1130 or katie.linfoot@pacsonline.org.
You’re invited to our Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Monday, September 9, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, at the Gateway Grace Clinic, a caring nonprofit dental clinic serving low-income uninsured adults, a program of Portland Adventist Community Services. Please come celebrate with us as we open the long-awaited dental clinic! You’ve helped make this clinic a reality with your generous support and prayers. Location: 1424 NE 109th Ave, Portland 97220 | Parking at PACS or side streets on 109th Ave | more information please call 503-907-6768. Join Us!
Members and friends are invited to contribute favorite:
flower calendar is posted in the hallway. There are still a lot of blank dates available. Please choose a date to share flowers with our Sunnyside family for our worship services and place your name on it. As the date gets closer, we will contact you to see what you would like to place in the bulletin about the flowers.
Camp Meeting Sabbath!
Sunday, August 25, 3:00 pm, will be our annual church picnic and corn feed along with a classic car show. Be sure to plan on coming for a really good time together as a church family.
