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14 community news november13 2012 Church News and Events Pharaoh--and to then be made the Prime- leadership role, he told the brothers who minister of Egypt (Genesis 40-41). had sold him into slavery that “you meant (4) ACCEPT THE FACT THAT evil against me; but God meant it for By Mark Brown in the way you ask them; and I suspect OUR KNOWLEDGE OF GOD’S good, in order to bring it about as it is this that--to some degree--they involve some PURPOSES IS LIMITED. You hear day, to save many people alive” (Genesis Why is there so much suffering in the personal pain. But perhaps it may help world? (Part 2) if I share the things I have learned to suffering people often painfully ask, 50:20). Who but God could have known? Insight from Pastor Greg Allen do to keep my bearings in this world of “How can anything good come from this?” I’ve gone through some times of The conclusion will be in the next article suffering. Pastor Greg Allen, senior pastor at the (3) ACKNOWLEDGE THAT suffering myself; and I often said the I sincerely hope this is helpful. Bethany Bible Church a small, non- GOD’S TIME-TABLE IN THINGS IS same thing. I sincerely rest in the promise Blessings, denominational church located just west NOT THE SAME AS OURS. During of God that “All things work together for Pastor Greg of beautiful Portland, Oregon. I believe times of suffering, Christians sometimes good” (Romans 8:28); but it’s not always you will enjoy both the insight and ask, “Why is God taking so long to apparent to me just “how” it happens. Contact us: www.christiannews.com or Biblical teaching. I have included a link answer my prayer for relief?” You’ll But I’ve learned that what seems at times saltn_light@hotmail.com to visit. http://bethanybible.org/new/ even find such statements in the psalms. to be so bad to my limited understanding “How long, O LORD?” (Psalm 13:1-2; may actually be what God uses to bring Philippians 4:8, 9 ( Read it, live it!) Dear friend, 79:5; 90:13). I have come to learn that, a greater “good” than I could have imagined. First of all, thanks for writing. often, the reason it seems that God seems ever And I appreciate that you’re a believer to “delay” in relieving us of our times Think again of with questions. It’s probably not of suffering is because there are ‘time- Joseph. Years of surprising to you that you’re not the sensitive’ things He’s accomplishing in slavery prepared continued from page 13 first sincere Christian with questions them that we do not yet see--and that are him for a role he improvement in each of the previous years. “This is a program like these. I deeply respect you for not yet brought to perfection. Joseph, never could have that is on the move,” said Jarmin. asking them. What’s more, I respect the for example, had to wait in prison for anticipated--that A number of Loggers were nominated for All League sincerity with which they’re asked. Its two years after his dream, until the time of prime-minister status including : Ethan Johnston, OL; Dawson Shay, OL; easy to detect the frustration you feel was right for him to be presented to of Egypt. And T John Wolf, TE and LB; Austin Cutright, LB and Return while in that Specialist; Jake Titus, DB; Damian Young, P; and Alex Budde, K. Jarmin also mentioned the play this season of senior running backs Jonathon Anderson and Mikol Pihl; the excellent play of junior quarterback Tim Jennings; junior Jared Whitton 5-Area Luncheon: There are no luncheons AM-3:00 PM. Please allow one day lead time for on both sides of the line; Bo Clark as a starting linebacker and larger orders. The Center’s front door opens at scheduled for November and December. back up running back; Ronnie Maldonado at wide receiver and 9:00, but the side parking lot door opens at 7:00. defensive back and Bridger Stewart. Connie’s Fabulous Breakfasts: Fabulous Ah, sweet treats! “I think the kids had fun this year and enjoyed it,” said breakfasts are available to the public on Fridays Jarmin. “We’re looking forward to next year.” for a cost of only $3.50. The event happens at Thrift Store: Bargain prices can be found in the Vernonia Senior Center (446 Bridge Street) Vernonia’s Senior Center in their Thrift Store. from 7:30 to 9:00 AM each Friday. Meal price The retail store is open Monday through Friday, includes a beverage, too. Enter through the side, from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. The Thrift Store provides funds for the Senior Center’s facility parking lot door. What a deal! and its many activities. Donations can also be Week Day Lunches: The Vernonia Senior Cen- dropped off during those same hours, and donat- ter offers nutritious and tasty lunches each week- ed clothes need to be clean and in good condition day for a $4 donation for seniors over 60; cost is so they are “sales ready”. We are offering half $5 for anyone under 60. To-go meals are available off during the first week of each month. Buy lo- for $5. These are available to the public, not just cally and support your local Senior Center. Senior Citizens. (Mealtime is noon; late arrivals For after hours drop-offs please contact Pau- may not be served.) You can reserve your lunch line 503-429-5810. by calling by 11:15 AM, or further in advance if possible, to assist the cooks as they prepare the Special Days: On the last Wednesday of the day’s meals. Meals on Wheels are available for a month Wauna Credit Union will be serving ice $4 donations for seniors over 60. Please contact cream. On the last Friday of the month we will serve birthday cake and ice cream to celebrate the Senior Center for an application. that month’s birthdays. Maple Bars available locally! Connie King, the cook at the Senior Center, is making maple Membership Dues: Another way to support bars each day. The maple bars are available to Vernonia’s Senior Center is to pay the $15 an- the public, too, and only cost $1 each. Availabil- nual membership dues. Checks may be mailed or ity is subject to quantity on hand. You can as- dropped off at the Senior Center. Anyone 50 and sure yourself of a good supply by pre-ordering older may join. them directly from Connie by calling the Senior Center (503-429-3912) any week day, from 7:00 Questions? Call: (503) 429-3912 VHS Fall Sports 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 503-429-0373 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 Wednesday Religious Education: 3:15-4:30 PM 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
