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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Rural Oregon economy focus of special congress
‘Unusual picture’ is how Jack & Valerie Brown, of rural Cave
Junction, describe the photo above. The small fox comes
through their yard periodically, and leaps onto the birdbath
for drinks. Deer also use the birdbath as a handy fountain.
(Photo by Valerie Brown)
Rural leaders from across
Oregon met Friday, June 13
in Cascade Locks in Colum-
bia River Gorge to plan a
different kind of two-day
rural conference.
Citizens representing the
Oregon coast, S.W. Oregon,
north-central Oregon, N.E.
Oregon and S.E. Oregon met
together for the first time after
months of communicating
by phone and e-mail. They
committed to presenting a
thoroughly thought-out
and developed Oregon Rural
Congress in Cascade Locks
on Aug. 21 and 22.
The goal of the Congress
is to develop a new way of
doing business and function-
ing in rural Oregon.
“Many of us in rural
Oregon have realized that
rural communities and inter-
ests from across the state
must unite and work to-
gether,” said Union County
Commissioner Colleen
MacLeod. “The 2008 Session
and Special Session told us
that not to do so is no longer
an option.”
This first Congress will
address five fundamental
areas of importance from the
perspective of each of eight
loosely designated regions of
the state. Onno Husing, ad-
ministrator of the Oregon
Coastal Zone Management
Association said, “We have to
get beyond the one-size-fits-
all mentality and respect our
differences, or we will never
solve the increasing problems
rural Oregon has. We have to
face facts and find ways to
change old systems that no
longer work.”
Steve Grasty, a Harney
County judge, said, “Rural
Oregon must be organized if
we are to improve the social,
economic and environmental
challenges in our communi-
ties. These challenges have
come forward from years of
well intentioned but mis-
guided decisions.”
The planning group dis-
cussed the structure of the
two-day Congress and
the creation of a report.
“Unlike the ill-fated report of
the Office of Rural Policy the
planning group will see that
the work of the Con-
gress receives wide distribu-
tion,” it was stated.
A final planning meeting
will be held in S.W. Oregon
on July 24. The location will
be announced.
Nelson Maler
Second Vice President -Wealth Management
Financial Planning Specialist
Tel 541 244 2609
Fax 541 772 1720
nelson.r.maler@smithbarney.com
The Guild Building
1867 Williams Highway
Suite 209
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Citigroup Global Markets Inc.
RCC commencement includes 183 from Jo County
Rogue Community Col-
lege celebrated its 37th an-
nual commencement Satur-
day, June 14 in the Marjorie
Holzgang Concert Bowl on
the Redwood Campus in
Grants Pass.
The ceremony honors
students who completed cer-
tificates and degrees. This
year’s Outstanding Citizen
Award recipients – Bob &
Barbara Bean – were honored
as well.
During commencement,
401 students received a total
of 432 degrees and certifi-
cates. Graduates earned 314
degrees and 118 certificates
(27 students will receive two
awards and two have earned
three). Among the graduates,
263 (66 percent) are women
and 138 are men. The two
“most senior” grads are 65
and the youngest is 17. The
average age is 31.
Nineteen students
(approximately 5 percent)
compiled a 4.0 grade-point
average (GPA), with 161
(some 40 percent), earned
GPAs of 3.5 or higher. The
average GPA among all grads
is 3.4. Forty-nine graduates
are members of Phi Theta
Kappa honor society.
Initiated in 1987, the
RCC Outstanding Citizen
award recognizes individuals
who have provided distin-
guished service to the college
and its community. Long-
time residents of Grants Pass,
the Beans have been involved
in many community activities
including the RCC Founda-
tion, Rotary, and the Oregon
Community Foundation.
Delivering the student
commencement address were
graduates Kenny Farmer and
Suzan O’Larick. Kori Bieber,
interim dean of Student Ser-
vices, was master of ceremo-
nies. Leading the faculty
process was Dr. James Ford,
who is retiring from the Sci-
ence Dept., and Dr. Ann
Trausch, Electronics Dept.,
who recently completed her
doctoral studies. Lutz
Kramer, retiring Humanities
instructor, delivered the fac-
ulty greeting.
Among the students hon-
ored were 207 from Jackson
County, 183 from Josephine
County, three from Douglas
County and two from
Klamath County.
The ceremony was fol-
lowed by a reception in the
Student Center.
Have you ever wondered...
What was it like to live in Bible times?
What did kids do for fun back then?
What would you have done when
you heard of Jesus’ death?
Lloyd M. “Mike” John
Sunday, June 22, 1 p.m.
Your family can find the answers to these
questions, and more, at:
Boy Scout Site, Lake Selmac
Jerusalem Marketplace!
All friends welcome!
Community Bible Church
Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27
9:30 - Noon 592-4253
Questions, contact Terry John, 597-2559
Gospel Life Lines Ministry Presents
St. Matthias
Episcopal Church
Retired Bishop Sanford
Z.K. “Sandy” Hampton and his
wife, Mari, will be at the
church in Cave Junction on
Sunday, June 29 for a service
beginning at 5 p.m., followed
by a potluck.
On the same day at 8 a.m.
and 10:30 a.m. they’ll be at St.
Luke’s Episcopal Church in
Grants Pass to celebrate services.
The Right Rev. Hampton
has been welcomed by the
Episcopal Diocese of Oregon
Senior Nutrition Menu
Sponsored by
Meals are served in the
CJ County Bldg.
592-2126, 955-8839
FRIDAY, JUNE 20
MEATLOAF WITH GRAVY
Scalloped potatoes, Italian
blend vegetables, multigrain
bread, Grace’s chocolate
cookie
MONDAY, JUNE 23
TURKEY POT PIE
Green peas, spiced peaches,
buttermilk biscuit, pineapple
crisp
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
SPAGHETTI WITH
MEAT SAUCE
Scandinavian blend
vegetables, garden vegetable
salad, French bread, pumpkin
custard with whipped topping
Illinois Valley News is an
equal opportunity
advertising medium.
Phone 592-2541.
to assist the diocesan bishop.
He and his wife will be in Ore-
gon for two weeks each month.
They will visit various congre-
gations to celebrate services
and conduct diocese business.
The couple is based in
Lake Oswego, and their perma-
nent home is Anacortes, Wash.
During their visit to St.
Matthias they’ll also be pleased
to visit their son and daughter-
in-law, Fred & Gabrielle
Hampton, who own Hamp-
ton’s Rock Shop in Kerby, and
their grandson, Baron.
“Bishop Sandy” formerly
was rector of the parish in La
Grande, Ore. “It’s wonderful to
have them back in Oregon,”
said their son.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF SELMA
18285 Redwood Hwy.
P.O. Box 279, Selma, OR 97538
597-4169
Pastor Monty Pope
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.
Worship - 11 a.m.
Sunday evening: 7 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study
7 p.m.
* * *
BRIDGEVIEW
COMMUNITY CHURCH
P.O. Box 645
5181 Holland Loop
592-3923
“BCC invites you to experience
God’s love in music, prayer
and His Word!”
Non-Denominational
Pastor Frank Salerni
* Sunday Morning Worship
10:30 a.m.
* Children’s Church-10:30 a.m.
* Bible Study
Wednesday 7 p.m.
* Youth Group
Wednesday 7 p.m.
* Men’s Prayer breakfast
1st & 3rd Saturday 8 a.m.
* * *
ST. MATTHIAS
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
25904 N. Redwood Hwy.
Sunday Services:
1st three Sundays 11 a.m.
Fourth Sunday 5 p.m.
592-2006
* * *
BAHA’I FAITH
Phone 592-5234
1st Annual Believers’ Gathering
June 21-24
7 to 9 p.m.
Cave Junction County Building
Reverend Ricky Edwards from Pawnee, Oklahoma
“Bringing forth God’s message of healing and deliverance while
endeavoring to reach and teach people and bring restoration to
the Body of Christ.”
The desire of Ricky’s heart is to be a blessing to the churches that
the Lord allows him to minister. The message that God has put
on his heart for the Body of Christ is a message of healing and
deliverance, and freedom through His Word and His Anointing.
All are welcome to attend these meetings – We look forward to
seeing you there! Doug, Joy, & Melanie Hoskins, and all the Life
Lines Family.
All are Welcome, Come and be Blessed!
FOUNTAIN OF LIFE
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
451 S. Junction Ave.
592-3956
Pastor Mark McLean
Sunday School - 10 a.m.
Morning Worship - 11 a.m.
Evening Worship - 6 p.m.
Wednesday - 7 p.m.
Adult Bible Study
* * *
ST. PATRICK OF THE FOREST
CATHOLIC CHURCH
407 W. River St., CJ
592-3658
Father Gregory Moys, Pastor
Mass - Saturday 5:30 p.m.
No Sunday Mass
Holy Days TBA
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday - 4:30 to 5 p.m.
* * *
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH
113 S. Caves Ave., CJ
Evangelical &
Non-Denominational
Sunday School 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.
Evening Service - 6 p.m.
Jr. Church, Infant & Toddler
Nursery Provided
Youth Awana - K to 6th grade
Wednesday - 6:15 to 8 p.m.
Pastor Dave Gordon
Community Christian Academy
Preschool to 12th grade
SEVENTH-DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
265 S. Old Stage Rd.
Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Sat.
Church Service
11 a.m. Sat.
Prayer & Praise
7 p.m. Tues.
Pastor Verne Hyland
Church 592-3218
Everyone Welcome
Madrone Adventist School
592-3330
Sr. Teacher: Mrs. Amy
Whitchurch
592-6604
* * *
ILLINOIS VALLEY
PRAISE CENTER
28569 Redwood Hwy.
Cave Junction
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.
Prayer Meeting - 6 p.m.
Thursday evening - 7 p.m.
Home Bible Study/Youth
Group
Non-Denominational
Bible Teaching Church
Pastor Doug Wilson
592-4872
* * *
GOOD SHEPHERD
LUTHERAN CHURCH
East River Street
& Lewis Court
Pastor Don Torala
Sunday School - 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.
Tuesday Youth group - 6 p.m.
Church Phone: 592-2290
www.goodshepherdlutheraniv.org
FIRST LOVE
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
139 Caves Ave.
592-4775
Worship Schedule
Sunday Adult Bible Study
10 a.m.
Sunday Praise & Worship
10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Children’s Sunday School
11:15 a.m.
Wed. Service 7 p.m. Fall-Winter
Thurs. “First Love Kitchen”
11:30 a.m.
Sat. “Free Bread” 2 p.m.
Phone for info on
“Bible College Classes”
Pastors:
Bob & Virginia Kurko
* * *
ILLINOIS VALLEY
BAPTIST CHURCH
2110 Caves Hwy.
Sunday School- 9:30 to 10:15
Sunday Worship -
10:30 to 11:30
Bible Study - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Refreshments after service
A Southern Baptist Ministry
Phone: 592-6149
* * *
ILLINOIS VALLEY
PENTECOSTALS
Bible Study & Fellowship
987 ½ Caves Hwy.
2:30 p.m. Sunday
592-4716
Individual Bible Studies
available
Home of the Acts 2:38
Experience
Pastor Wendell Owens
THE CHURCH OF JESUS
CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY
SAINTS
207 Junction Ave., CJ
Sacrament Meet - 9 a.m.
Sunday School - 10:20 a.m.
Priesthood, Relief Soc. -
11:10 a.m.
Bishop John A. “Jack” Brown
1st Counselor Bob Knott
2nd Counselor Dan Fiske
* * *
IMMANUEL UNITED
METHODIST
CHURCH
200 Watkins Ph. 592-3876
Pastor Charles Chase
Sunday School - 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m.
Child-care for small children
Web Page:
http://UMCImmanuel.org
* * *
TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH
10300 Takilma Road
Pastor Dan Robinson
Bible Study/Prayer Time
9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship
11 a.m.
Wednesday Bible Study
7 p.m.
* * *
VALLEY EVANGELICAL
FREE CHURCH
498 Laurel Road
P.O. Box 1248
Pastor Les Knapp
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.
Worship Service - 11 a.m.
evfree@frontiernet.net
592-6160