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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Church News
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Stress and Anxiety
Stress is our response to problems and
concerns we encounter in life, like meeting
deadlines, financial problems, or difficult
family relationships can trigger stress. We
all have stressors of one kind or another in
our lives. So whether we like it or not, stress
and anxiety are part of every day living for
most of us.
Celeste had an unusually long strenu-
ous day. She was tired and struggled to keep
from falling asleep on the drive home.
After the 30 minute drive, she breathed
a sigh of relief, and pulled into her driveway.
As she walked toward her house, she barely
noticed the neighbor’s cat, but when she
heard a deep growl, she immediately recog-
nized that this was not an ordinary pet.
Her mind kicked into high gear. She
remembered a recent warning about rabid
bobcats that had ventured into the area.
Her heart automatically began to race,
with a sudden burst of energy her weary
body sprang to life. She bounded up the
steps and into the house in a matter of sec-
onds.
The stress hormone cortisol gave Ce-
leste the ability to avoid the bobcat. How-
ever, ongoing high levels of cortisol caused
by chronic and excessive stress can wreck
havoc on your body causing much physical
and psychological damage.
How can we recognize an anxiety prob-
lem? Do you have exaggerated worry and
tension over every day events and decisions?
How about episodes of extreme fear and
dread that strike unexpectedly.
How about your reaction to a terrify-
ing event that keeps returning in the form of
frightening memories? (PSTD)
Do you have fear of an object or situa-
tion or a social fear?
Does someone you know have intru-
sive, unwanted, repetitive thoughts and ritu-
als performed out of a feeling of need?
Stress can lead to anxiety which can
inflict damage to many parts of our bodies,
and bring on a variety of diseases, and lower
the quality of life for millions of people. In-
stead of dangerous drugs in his seminar, Dr.
Nedley will be introducing healing lifestyle
treatments that will help our depression and
anxiety problems. Check out our ad in this
paper and come on over to the orientation to
get more information.
Community Bible Church
The Supreme Court
Psalm 2:10-12 (NKJV) 10 Now therefore, be wise, O kings;
be instructed, you judges of the earth. 11 Serve the LORD with
fear, and rejoice with trembling. 12 Kiss (submit to) the Son,
lest He be angry, and you perish in the way, when His wrath is
kindled but a little. Blessed are all those who put their trust in
Him.
There are three branches of our government, the
legislative, the executive, and the judicial. This division was
suggested by James Madison, the fourth president of the US, at
the Constitutional convention of 1787. It was based on Isaiah
33:22, “For the LORD is our Judge, The LORD is our Law-
giver, The LORD is our King; He will save us.”
It was also in 1787 that the Supreme Court was
established as a court of final appeal in legal matters. There
has been much discussion about the Supreme Court as of late
– probably due to the upcoming appointment of a new member
to that body. The extraordinary power wielded by that court
should not be taken lightly, for its decisions affect the entire
nation. It is interesting to note that overlooking our Supreme
Court as they make their rulings is a depiction of Moses hold-
ing the Ten Commandments. It would be good for the justices
of the court to realize that they are accountable to a higher
power than themselves when they make their rulings. Just like
each of us will give an answer for our decisions and actions to
God, so will they.
What about the selection of a Supreme Court Justice?
John Jay, the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (1789-
1795), had something to say about that: “Providence (God) has
given to our people the choice of their rulers and it is the duty
as well as the privilege and interest of our Christian nation to
select and prefer Christians for their rulers.” Abraham Lincoln
wrote, “We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties
of heaven. We have been preserved these many years in peace
and prosperity. We have grown in numbers, wealth, and power,
as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten
God.”
May we “remember” God and respond to Him as the
Judge of all the earth. God bless you as you seek Him. Hope to
see you Sunday.
Pastor Dave
Ministry at CBC
Sunday
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Praise and Prayer 6 p.m.
Wednesday
AWANA 6:15-8 p.m.
Preschool – Grade 6
Community Christian Academy
Preschool – High School
Senior Exercise Class
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
9-10 a.m. in Dining Room
In Christ,
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Shine Your Light!
After sharing the Beatitudes with his
disciples, Jesus crowns them with two bril-
liant metaphors: salt and light. These two
simple words tell us how to relate to, influ-
ence and impact our world.
In our day and age of big thinking and
big images, why did Jesus commission us
to be salt and light? They seem so ordinary.
Why not appeal to our pride? He could have
motivated us by saying, “You’re the eagles
of the world.” Or, “You’re the lions of the
world.” Or, “You’re the stars of the world.”
But, rather, Jesus said, “You are the salt-sea-
soning of the earth. You are the light-bearers
in the world.” Why?
Let’s start with, what do salt and light
do? I think the reason Jesus chose these two
metaphors is because of their unique quali-
ties.
Salt was incredibly valuable in the
ancient world because of the many important
things it could do, the most important of
which is to act as a preservative. Just as salt
protects food from the bacteria that might be
present, as we bring Christ’s word into our
society, we help protect it from the evil that
would otherwise be present.
Salt is also a flavoring; a seasoning. In
a similar way, Christianity brings spice and
zest to life.
Third, salt is an antiseptic. Cleaning
out a wound with salt was very effective in
fighting infection, but it was also painful. As
Christians, we have a responsibility to point
out sin which can be painful as well. But the
strength of the Word of God that we offer
also brings healing and help.
Lastly, salt creates thirst, just like Jesus
made people thirsty for God the Father. By
their example, Christians can make people
thirsty for the real life found only in Chris-
tianity.
Jesus not only says that we’re the salt
of the earth, he also says we’re the light of
the world.
Light dispels darkness. The diction-
ary defines it as a “source of illumination.”
Christians, by reflecting the light of Christ,
dispel spiritual darkness.
Light also reveals. As Christ’s presence
in our world, we become his instruments to
reveal his truth to a world in darkness.
Light awakens, as anyone who has
an east-facing bedroom window knows.
We are to be the light of the world,
awakening men and women to the pres-
ence of God.
And light warns. In the same sense
that a lighthouse warns of dangerous
waters or a police car flashing light
warns of the policeman darting through
traffic, Christians warn of impending
danger to a careless world.
Jesus is calling us to be multi-sen-
sory Christians. The Christian’s sea-
soning is something to be tasted. The
Christian’s light is something to be seen.
Secret discipleship doesn’t exist. Either
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.bridgeviewcc.org
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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
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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
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Illinois Valley Praise Center
28569 Redwood Hwy. CJ
Non-denominational
Bible-believing Church
Sunday school - 9:30 a..m.
Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.
Thursday Seekers 7 p.m.
Youth group Thursday - 7 p.m.
www.ivpraisecenter.com
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.
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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
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TAKILMA BIBLE CHURCH
10343 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
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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.
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
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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.
evfree@frontiernet.net
541-592-6160
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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
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ST. MATTHIAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
25904 Redwood Hwy., CJ
541-592-2006
Rev. Bryant Bechtold
Sunday Worship
Service 10:30 a.m.
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
Larry Hammersmith
541-592-3919
the secrecy destroys the discipleship, or the
discipleship destroys the secrecy.
Our Christianity should be vibrant and
visible. Salt in a saltshaker and light under a
bushel basket makes no impact. So, become
a seasoned Christian and shine your light!
JP Auto &
Metal Recycling
New Parts - Used Parts
-We Buy Scrap Metal-
Certified Scales
29910 Redwood Hwy
Cave Junction, OR
541-592-3691
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Illinois Valley Baptist Church
541-592-6149
102 S. Redwood Hwy.
(in the County Building)
Sunday Worship 10:30 AM
Wednesday Bible Study, Prayer
& Youth Program 7:00 PM
Friday Ladies Bible Study
11:00 AM
Monday-Sunday: 6aM-8pM