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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