Church News and Events
By Mark Brown
Faith: What is it really? Is it the ability to
believe in something you cannot see? Is it sight beyond
sight? Is it foolishness? It might be seen as that to
many! We all have thoughts and may Have opinions
on this and many other subjects like this one or maybe
none at all.
The saddest things I have been confronted
with in my life is to have come to know, that I know,
that I know God is who He claims to be; His Spirit
testifying to that truth and of his word. That is the
greatest moment actually.
The saddest then follows. Understanding the
implications of that truth and how it impacts every
human being in my life, in every life. It is much like
love I think. I may not be able to see it unless one puts
it into practice, then it is seen in all its wonder, power
and glory. Then you too will know that you know
that you know. It moves beyond head knowledge to
experiential as the Spirit of God once again ignites the
spirit of the man and he begins to live and understand
his purpose for being.
community news
to a Sunday morning service in the new school facility.
More information will be given closer to that date.
Men’s Round Up:
It’s just around the corner. September 7, 8, 9th. Check
out this link...... http://www.mensroundup.com/
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By Melissa Zavelas
Well, summer is now in full swing. Kids and
families are flocking to the swimming hole, the sun is
out, and children’s laughter fills the air in downtown
Vernonia. I have missed the past couple articles of PTA
Press so I thought I better get busy and keep everyone
apprised as to PTA happenings.
Our new school is looking magnificent. We are
so excited for the first day at the new campus. I think
our kids are extremely excited. With that being said,
we at the PTA are on our way to a fun filled year. We
are always seeking new members and volunteers. If you
Questions:
are interested in participating in your local PTA please
How can the church help you? What is your view of contact Camrin Erryick at 971-258-9994.
the faith based community in Vernonia?
At the end of the school year there was talk of
Contact us: www.christiannews.com or saltn_light@ funds not being able to support middle school sports.
hotmail.com. Please contact me with any faith based Many community members felt a plan needed to be
news that the community might like to know of.
made. We had a tremendous year with high school sports
and middle school or younger is essential in the process
Pioneer Baptist Fellowship:
Philippians 4:8, 9
of training high school athletes. Many organizations
Pastored by John Cahill, the church has been meeting 8 Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is stepped up with plans of action, including our PTA. The
in the school facilities on Sunday. However, with the honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, PTA board voted and approved the donation of $3000
school demolition happening this summer, PBF will whatever is [e]lovely, whatever is of good repute, for the travel expenses of middle school sports. This
be relocating to a different time and place. Pioneer if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of helped keep the middle school sports program in our
Baptist is now meeting at 6:00 PM in the Vernonia praise, [f]dwell on these things. 9 The things you have district intact.
Foursquare Church (850 Madison Ave.). This schedule learned and received and heard and seen in me practice
We are now diligently working on the return
will remain in place through the summer. When the these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
of the Fall Carnival. Great plans are underway to make
new school opens, it is expected that PBF will return
this the best carnival ever. We are still seeking many
volunteers. Our next project is to design
and decorate a float for the jamboree
parade. The float theme will be the PTA
Fall Carnival. If you are interested in
helping please contact Melissa Zavales
5-Area Luncheon: Monday, July 30 contact the Senior Center for an appli- ties. Donations can also be dropped off
at 503-429-2710 or at 503-329-3173.
during those same hours, and donated
cation.
at the Rainier Senior Center
Thank you for supporting your local
clothes need to be clean and in good
Connie’s Fabulous Breakfasts: Fab- Maple Bars available locally! Con-
PTA.
Have a safe and fun summer!
condition so they are “sales ready”.
ulous breakfasts are available to the nie King, the cook at the Senior Cen-
We are offering half off during the first
public on Fridays for a cost of only ter, is making maple bars each day. The
week of each month. Buy locally and
$3.50. The event happens at the Senior maple bars are available to the public,
support your local Senior Center.
Center (446 Bridge Street) from 7:30 too, and only cost $1 each. Availabil-
to 9:00 AM each Friday. Meal price in- ity is subject to quantity on hand. You For after hours drop-offs please con-
cludes a beverage, too. Enter through can assure yourself of a good supply tact Pauline 503-429-5810.
the side, parking lot door. What a deal! by pre-ordering them directly from
Special Days: On the last Wednesday
Connie by calling the Senior Center
of the month Wauna Credit Union will
Week Day Lunches: The Vernonia
(503-429-3912) any week day, from
be serving ice cream. On the last Fri-
Senior Center offers nutritious and
7:00 AM-3:00 PM. Please allow one
day of the month we will serve birth-
tasty lunches each weekday for a $4
day lead time for larger orders. The
day cake and ice cream to celebrate
donation for seniors over 60; cost is $5
Silkscreen printing
Center’s front door opens at 9:00, but
that month’s birthdays.
for anyone under 60. To-go meals are
Printing while you wait for small orders
the side parking lot door opens at 7:00.
available for $5. These are available
Vinyl lettering and heat transfers
Ah, sweet treats!
Membership Dues: Another way to
to the public, not just Senior Citizens.
Teams, groups, special events
support Vernonia’s Senior Center is to
(Mealtime is noon; late arrivals may Thrift Store: Bargain prices can be
Hoodies, dress shirts, aprons & more
pay the $15 annual membership dues.
not be served.) You can reserve your found in Vernonia’s Senior Center in
Checks may be mailed or dropped off
No order too large or too small
lunch by calling by 11:15 AM, or fur- their Thrift Store. The retail store is
at the Senior Center. Anyone 50 and
No set-up fees
ther in advance if possible, to assist the open Monday through Friday, from
older may join.
cooks as they prepare the day’s meals. 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. The Thrift
711 Bridge Street, Vernonia
Meals on Wheels are available for a $4 Store provides funds for the Senior Questions? Call: (503) 429-3912
(503) 433-4278
donations for seniors over 60. Please Center’s facility and its many activi-
kavila@kaptanskraft.com
Vernonia Community Church:
Correction Notice: Saturday Evening Gatherings will
begging July 28th not July 21st, sorry for the misprint!
BBQ #2: It is time to get to know one another again,
Join us July 29th food served from 5:00-6:00 PM,
games and activities to follow.
VBS:
Coming in August, times T.B.A. Helpers and
volunteers are still welcome to sign up.
Senior Center Activities
Church Directory (in alphabetical order)
Assembly of God
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Morning Worship: 11:00 AM
Wayne Marr, Pastor
662 Jefferson Avenue
503-429-0307
Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter Day Saints
Sunday Schedule:
Sacrament Meeting: 10:00 AM
Sunday School & Primary: 11:20 AM
Relief Society, Priesthood and
Young Women: 12:10 PM
Marc Farmer, Branch President
1350 E. Knott Street
503-429-7151
Covenant Church Vernonia
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship Service: 11:00 AM
Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00 PM
John D, Murray, Pastor
359 “A” Street
503-860-3860
Nehalem Valley Bible Church
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship Service: 10:45 AM
Wed. Ladies Bible Study: 10:00 AM
Wednesday Service: 7:00 PM
Sat. Men’s Prayer Meeting: 6:30 AM
Gary Taylor, Pastor
Grant & North Streets
503-429-5378
Pioneer Baptist Fellowship
Worship Service: 6:00 PM
www.pbfalive.com
John Cahill, Pastor
850 Madison Ave.
503-429-1161
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Sun. Religious Education: 10:30 AM
Sunday Mass: 12:00 PM
Rev. Luan Tran, Administrator
960 Missouri Avenue
503-429-8841
Vernonia Christian Church
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship Service in Youth &
Family Center: 11:00 AM
www.VernoniaChristianChurch.org
Sam Hough, Pastor
410 North Street
503-429-6522
Vernonia Community Church
Sunday School: 9:00 AM
Worship Service: 10:30 AM
Wednesday Prayer: 6:30 PM
Ralph Young, Interim Pastor
957 State Avenue
503-429-6790
Vernonia Foursquare Church
Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 AM
Children’s Sunday School
Carl Pense, Pastor
850 Madison Avenue
503-429-1103
Vernonia Seventh-day Adventist
Church
Sabbath (Saturday) Services
Sabbath School: 9:30 AM
Worship Service: 11:00 AM
www.VernoniaSDAC.org
Larry Gibson, Pastor
2nd Ave. and Nehalem St.
503-429-8301