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Page A-6 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, November 13, 2013 Backyard bird watching with Harry: by Harry Johnson Winter Hummingbird feeding: With winter coming to the Il- linois Valley some of you may have seen some very small friends flying in and out of your yard. Most Hum- mingbirds in the United States depart for Mexico where they will spend the winter. However, it is not uncommon to see hummingbirds during the win- ter in some parts of the United States. Anna’s Hummingbirds are non-mi- gratory and can usually be found on the West Coast of the U.S. Some Anna’s have been known to stray into very frigid locations – one wintered in Ellensburg, WA a few years ago as the temperatures dropped to near zero degrees Fahrenheit. Rufous Hum- mingbirds are also showing up more commonly in the Southeast United States during the winter. If you want to increase the odds that you might see a wintering hum- mingbird, be sure to keep out some fresh hummingbird nectar. You don’t have to worry about keeping nectar out and it stopping the hummingbird from migrating. As temperatures get cooler, you will want to ensure that your nectar does not freeze, especially, if you have a hummingbird visiting you. Here are some tips to reduce the chances of your nectar from freezing: • When temperatures are con- sistently near freezing, you might want to use a stronger nectar solution of 3 to 1 (as opposed to 4 to 1). This stronger solution may keep your nec- tar from freezing down to about 27 degrees. The stronger nectar solution should only be used during periods of cold temperatures. • Consider swapping feed- ers throughout a cold day. You could have a spare in the refrigerator, ready to swap, if your outside feeder starts to freeze. With the night time comes the colder temperatures, you might also bring your feeder in at night and store it in the refrigerator. • Another simple way to keep hummingbird feeders from freez- ing in the winter is to place a clip-on shop light equipped with a 150-watt bulb close to the feeder. When there is a chance that the temperature will dip below freezing, turn the light on. The heat generated by the light bulb should keep the feeder from freezing. You will want to determine how close you can place the bulb next to the feeder without melting plastic feeder parts. Mount the light at varying dis- tances from your feeder and see what works best with your feeder. Be sure to test this prior to leaving your light on for extended periods of time. I hope you enjoy feeding and watching these beautiful creatures. Please remember, I have breakfast each and every Saturday morning around 8:30am at My Place Café in Cave Junction. Come on by and join me and other bird lovers for a cup of coffee and some good food. The above is from The Bird Watchers Digest and Harry Johnson. Backyard Bird Watching by Harry Johnson is brought to you by My Place Cafe “Where Good Times, Good Folks and Good Food Come Together” Healthy U News: by Jody Conrad, M.S. Humor Did you know that an estimated 90 percent of visits to the doctor can be linked to stress? Poor sleep, headaches, gastro-intestinal distress, neck and back pain, compromised immune systems, and skin related issues are among the physical problems associated with stress. Research has shown that women experience more stress than men due to differ- ences in the brain. Women’s brains tend to be more inte- grated, while men’s brains are more compartmentalized. This suggests that when a man comes home from work, he is able to leave the problems from work at work, while a woman may carry these burdens home more readily. Now to throw a ran- dom question out: when was the last time that you really laughed, I mean a belly laugh that made your eyes water and took your breath away? It may seem frivolous in our busy and demanding schedule, but with- out joy and laughter in our day, life can become dreary and tiresome. Young children ages 3-5 years old laugh a lot. They know how to have fun. They play, they romp, do silly things with their bodies. Laughter has physi- cal benefits: it provides oxy- gen, enhances endorphins in the brain, provides an enzyme in saliva that protects against upper respiratory infections as well as an enzyme in the stom- ach that coats and protects, and also promotes healthy heart and lung function. Other benefits include enhanced cre- ativity, productivity, and emo- tional release. Theories on humor suggest that it serves several purposes. One is “arousal re- lief,” meaning that in an anxi- ety based situation, humor can release difficult emotions. For example, during events such as memorials, often there are funny stories shared as well that help lighten the mood and provide relief. Humor also promotes social bonding. We tend to like people who make us laugh. Much of the humor in our lives is about “seeing the funny that is already there.” The stress we feel is often ego related, that is, tied to our view of ourselves and how we think we are being perceived by oth- ers. Can you recall a time that you were mortified or embar- rassed about something that happened to you, but later were able to laugh and see the humor in it? Comic Leigh Anne suggests that when we change our perspective of the embar- rassing moment, we can light- en up, thus shortening the time between the event and when we can laugh about it. Even if you don’t consider yourself a funny person, you can still find humor in everyday life and share it with others. When you make a mistake or do some- thing silly, instead of being embarrassed, laugh at your- self. Life is full of surprises. The staff and volunteers of Healthy U present this col- umn as part of their mission to promote health in the Illinois Valley. Church News Community Bible Church Identity “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; be- hold all things have become new.” 2 Corinthi- ans 5:17 Identity is an odd concept. I’m not talking about the documents we keep in our wallets and purses that state our names and addresses, but that which gives our lives meaningful existence. I am this… or I do this… Some people’s identi- ty is completely wrapped up in their work: what they do or make or how they accomplish the tasks before them. But no job lasts forever, and when retirement comes (thankfully for some) a sense of loss inevitably arises. Some people are caught up in sports of one kind or another. It doesn’t matter what starts your conversation, it always ends up focused on their team, favorite athlete, or sporting activity. Some people are deeply involved in some hobby, and are thrilled to talk about their latest project in the garden, in the shop, or in the garage. I am always blessed when I see people excited about their families – what their children are doing, their devotion to their wives, or what they are going to do to- gether as a family. When I hear a young person speak with delight about a parent, a brother, or a sister it cheers and encourages my heart. Some even find their identity in their church. There is nothing wrong with any of these things; in fact they are all good and healthy to a point. But jobs end, sports and hobbies can lose their appeal over time, children leave home, and churches change and even close. The one who finds their hope and identity in Jesus has this promise: “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5b. That is a promise now and forever. In Christ, Pastor Dave Ministry at CBC Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Praise and Prayer 6:00 p.m. Wednesday A.W.A.N.A. 6:15-8:00 Age 3 to Grade 6 Community Christian Academy Preschool – 12th grade Seventh-Day Adventist Church Preached As A Witness The church family was happy to welcome our new as- sociate pastor, Tony Rodriquez and his wife, who join us from San Jose, California. When they got the call to come to Oregon they felt God’s leading in their lives. Soon all obstacles to their move were smoothed out and here they are. Pastor Tony says, “this is the right place and the right time for them to be in south- ern Oregon. The sermon was based on Matthew 24, the signs of the times and the end of the age. Special emphasis was on the promise of Matthew 24:14, “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all nations, and then the end will come”. Which brings up the question, what is a witness? The dic- tionary defines witness as one who can give a firsthand account of something seen, heard, or experienced. As a Christian wit- nessing should be an ongoing event. Have you seen Jesus? Do you see him everyday? Can you be his witness? We are prom- ised in Acts 1:8 “you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me”. In order to receive this power we must; 1) look to Jesus everyday, 2) pray, 3) wait and expect, by faith the Holy Spirit, and 4) be willing to be changed in His likeness to serve God. Maybe you are not the type of person who feels comfort- able giving a Bible study, but there are many other ways to wit- ness. Christians should be the happiest people you know. Some of us forget to tell our faces that. The way we speak, dress and live our lives in every detail are all witnesses of our relationship with Jesus. So put a smile on your face and remember the com- forting promise found in Matthew 28:20, “And lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age”. CHURCH CALENDAR Saturday Bible study 9:30 a.m. Worship hour 11 a.m. Tuesday Community Services’ Clothing 9-11 a.m. Food boxes 1-3 p.m. Madrone Adventist School Grades1-8 madrone22.adventistschoolconnect.org Places of Worship BRIDGEVIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH 5181 Holland Loop Rd., CJ 541-592-3923 “Come Join the Worship!” Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Pastor Sonny Moore www.kbcc.us COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH Pastor Dave Gordon 113 S. Caves Ave., CJ Office: 541-592-3896 Email: cbccca@gmail.com Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. Christian Academy Pre-K to 12th grade Awana - Wednesdays - 6 p.m. * * * * * * 7th DAY ADVENTIST 265 S. Old Stage Rd., CJ Sabbath School - 9:30 a.m. Saturday Worship 11 a.m. Pastor Christian Martin Church (541) 592-3218 Madrone Adventist School 541-592-3330 ST. PATRICK OF THE FOREST CATHOLIC CHURCH 407 W. River St., CJ 541-592-3658 Fr. William Holtzinger, Pastor Mass - Sunday 11 a.m.. Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday - 10:30 a.m. Holy Days TBA * * * * * * ILLINOIS VALLEY PENTECOSTALS 987 Caves Hwy., CJ 541-592-4716 or 541-218-2792 Sunday - 2:30 p.m. TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH 10300 Takilma Road, Takilma Pastor Dan Robinson Bible Study / Prayer Time 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH East River Street & Lewis Court, CJ Annemarie Richardson Lay Pastor. Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Church Phone: 541-592-2290 www.goodshepherdlutheraniv.net ST. MATTHIAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 25904 Redwood Hwy., CJ 541-592-2006 Rev. James Boston Worship Service - 5 p.m. 1st Sunday of each month * * * THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 209 S. Junction Ave., CJ Sacrament Meet - 10 a.m. Sunday School - 11:20 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Soc. - 12:10 p.m. Bishop G. Frank Sybrant 541-245-3394 VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 498 Laurel Road, CJ P.O. Box 1248 Pastor Marvin Porter Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. evfree@frontiernet.net 541-592-6160 * * * Illinois Valley History and Hearsay Compiled by Sally Yarbrough Now available at: * * * IMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 200 Watkins St., CJ Phone 541-592-3876 Pastor Charles Chase Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship - 9:15 a.m. Child-care for small children * * * First Baptist Church of Selma 18285 Redwood Hwy., Selma 541-597-4169 Pastor Monty Pope Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship - 11 a.m. * * * FOUNTAIN OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 451 S. Junction Ave., CJ 541-592-3956 Pastor Mark McLean Morning Worship 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wednesday - 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study Curves Cave Junction Jett Sett Beauty Salon Cave Junction Madd Moose Cafe Selma The Kerbyville Museum Kerby and at all home football games $20.00 each, or you can order one from Sallyya@frontiernet.net and I will mail it to you for $25.00
