Page 6 The Portland Observer June 20, 1990 R eligion Scripture o f the Week: Ii i i i * Ezekiel Chapters 31-32 MATTIE ANN CALL1EK- SPEARS Greater St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church Security Pacific Bank of Oregon's 2nd Annuah Employee Open House. 503-286-2557 (24 HOURS) Pastor Robert Houston, Sr. On Thursday June 7, 1990, Security Pacific Bank held their 2nd Annual employee open house. This function is held for the benefit o f SP's clients, employees, and the various agencies that interact with SPB. Pictured: Left - Bob Mitchell - Executive VP Capital Management Middle - Sam Brooks - Brooks Agency Right - Steve Wasson - Executive VP - Real Estate Industries ARANATHA HURCH 4222 N.E. 12th Avenue Portland Oregon Sunday Services Sunday School 9:00 A.M. Morning Worship 10:30 A.M. Maranatha School of Ministry 6:30 PM. Mid-Week Services - Wednesday 7:30 PM. Rev. W endell H. Wallace Senior Pastor NPBC CELEBRATION On June 15,1990, North Portland Bible (NPBC) held its eight annual Cele­ bration of Achievement, “ Overflowing with Thankfulness” , hosted by Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. NPBC came into being in 1982, when a group of individuals responded to the need for low-cost, convenient Biblical instruction for community residents. Since its inception, over 300 individuals from over 30 com­ munity churches have benefited from the offerings of the Bible College.In turn, those students have shared their knowledge with their fellow church members and scores of others. The Celebration of Achievement is a means of recognizing students who have completed a sequence or course of study. Students receiving recognition at the Celebration were: Princess Bailey, Cora Jean Boswell, Earnestine Cellestine, Rev. Charles Collins, Rev. Percy Davis, James Hall, Audrey Henry, Willie Ranson, Rita Redeau, Oscar Vilches, Cora Williams, Normal Williams, and Fred Wilson. This occasion provided and excellent opportunity for NPBC to honor outgoing Board Chair, Rev. Aaron Hamlin, who has chaired the Board since the death of NPBC’s first Board Chair, the late Rev. John W. Garlington, II. It was also a time to introduce the new Board Chair, Rev. Donald Frazier, pastor of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church. Rev. Frazier exhorted those assembled to become fellow workers, along with the clergy, in winning souls for the Kingdom of God. It was with great joy, that Rev. Frazier announced the progress of NPBC in locating its own facility. Final negotiations are underway for property. Up to this point, Maranatha Church has graciously permitted NPBC office space and classrooms in its building. In response to the accelerated financial needs of NPBC,a series of fundraising events will take place within the community over the next few months. A Summer Tea is being planned by Friends of NPBC. September will bring a Gospel Music Concert, showcasing the talents of local soloists, groups and choirs. On November 2, NPBC will hold its second annual Fall Banquet and Rally Contact Person: Greater St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church and Pastor Robert E. Hous­ ton, Sr. will be sponsoring “ Summer Revival 1990” , June 25th through 29th nightly beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the church, located at 3922 North Williams Avenue. The Evangelist will be the Rev. Dr. Stephen John Thurston. Dr. Thurston is the Pastor of New Covenant Mis­ sionary Baptist Church, Chicago, Il­ linois; Executive Vice President, Illi­ nois National Baptist Convention; and Third Vice President, National Bap­ tist Convention of America, Incorpo­ rated. He is a gifted writer, administrator, and is in demand throughout the nation as a speaker. He will be co-leading a tour group of dignitaries from the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc. to Seoul, South Korea to attend the 1990 session of the Baptist World Alliance. “ In this day and time, Dr. Thurston is one of the refreshing voices in preach­ ing today,” stated Pastor Robert E. H ouston, Sr. o f G reater St. Stephen,” his unique preaching style and delivery is Biblically sound, and it is our pleasure and honor to wel­ come him back to Greater St. Stephen.” The public is cordially invited to these services. Many guest churches and choirs will be participating through­ out the week. These services will be taped and will be made available for purchase. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. each night. It is recommended that you come early in order to have a good seat To: All my friends, loved ones, co­ workers, members and community at lodge I wish to express my deepest gratitude to you for your kind an ' ' J support to me during my 2 y