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• ■ » V » ♦■V » r . ■»• i* » ♦ • • • • • * * * • • • • •*♦"*"* » »♦•» • **■* < June 17, iy92...The Portland Observer...Page 7 i Portland Observer RELIGION Host O f The 1992 Convention O f The International Association Of Ministers Wives And Ministers’ Widows, Incorporated BY TEAL N. THOMPSON Pictured from left to right: Mrs. Denise Madison, State President Dr. Shirley Alexander Hart, International President Mrs. Louise Pritchett, General Chairperson Bishop Grace Osborne, Co-Chairperson egates along with various church choirs of our city will present an Evening of Music. Special guests will include Washington State Children's Choir of Seattle WA. On Tuesday evening, Welcome Festivities will take place with our city officials and community leaders wel coming our International President and convention delegates to our city. On Wednesday evening, we will be blessed by the Annual Address of our President, Dr. Shirley Alexander Hart, of Norfolk Virginia, during the Presidents Night Program. Thursday night is the night of pure elegance and excitement, when the organization comes together in fun and fellowship during the Awards Ban quet. nations from as far as South America, Africa Caribbean Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Convention activities will include: All activities during the day hours are limited to Ministers’ wives only, with special workshops for local and guests ministers. The convention offers twenty one self-improvement courses. A Model Continuing Education Program in co operation with the Graduate School of Theology, Virginia Union University. Evening activities include: A Eu charistic Communion Service on Sun day evening, where various ministers of all denom ¡nations are eloquently dressed in their pulpit robes serving commun ion to the unified body. On Monday Night, the Oregon del- Matthew, Chapter 7 African American Festival’s Gospel Jubilee Draws Rave Reviews! The Oregon State Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Widows The Oregon State Association of Ministers’ Wives and lylinistcrs’ Wid ows, will host the 52nd Annual Conven tion of the International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Wid ows, Inc. June 26 - July 3, 1992, at the Red Lion Hotel, Jantzen Beach Center, Portland, Oregon. The International Association of Ministers’ Wives and Ministers’ Wid ows, Inc. is a non-profit Christian orga nization, including its state and local chapters. The organization’s constitu ency exceeds 43,000, and consists of 103 denominations located in 39 stales, 16 nations and 5 of the 7 continents We are service oriented dedicated to sup porting such worthy causes as the Un i ted Negro College Fund, Sickle Cell ane mia Foundation, American Cancer So ciety, United Way, Children’s Orphan age, and Operation Smile. The purposes of this organization are to: unite ministers’ wives and min isters’ widows of various Christian de nominations into one Christian fellow ship. Sponsor an annual conference that provides information, inspiration, and problem-solving skill development. Cultigate international good will, de velop stronger interpersonal relation ships, and foster a more effective com munication network. Promote cultural exchange with ministers’ wives and widows around the world. Function as a Christian non profit corporation and implement the Christian and charitable purposes of the corporation. Dr. Shirley Alexander Hart, Inter national President, says she expects over 1500 delegates from at least 70 denomi- Scripture o f the ‘M e t r h l / w U . .. A Gathering of Friends & Family” “Lights, curtains, action!”, the ar tistic director, Mario DcPriesl, gave the command following a very moving prayer which preceded the very suc cessful production of the third Annual African American Festival Gospel Ju bilee held this pas Saturday evening on the magnificent stage of the Arlene Schnilzer Concert Center. So many comments from all over the community have been pouring in such as: “This was the most beautiful pro duction I have ever seen!” - Mrs. Jesse Porter “That program was out of sight! The staging and lighting... everything! I was excited to just have been there.” - Rev. James Richardson “I can’t believe all the talent that we have in our Portland community. Everybody was great.” -- Truman Wimberly “I was so proud of my son. I didn’t know that he was capable of doing this kind of thing. 1 will continue to encour age him. I appreciate the African Ameri can Festival for giving him the chance to appear on stage. This is something that he will always remember.” -- Jackie Miller, mother of James Miller, III The four act, brilliantly An Open Letter To Our Community Dear Neighbors and Friends: W e’d like to invite you, your family and friends to join us in a fun filled, exciting Vacation Bible School ( VBS) program that will be held June 29 to July 3rd and 4th, 1992. Time 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This year’s them is Go Tell it on the Mountain (Son Mountain). We’re located at Church of Christ; 3908 NE Mallory, Portland, Or egon, 97211. Everyone will benefit from at tending VBS. Call if more infor mation is needed. T here’s no charge. Ask for Pat at (503) 281- 3330. What: Yes Jam “92” Gospel Music Rally W here: staged, presentation featured choirs, soloist, actors and actresses from a variety of churches and from a variety of races. This year’s theme: “The Black Family And The Black Church opened to the sound of a native Nigerian, John Uwagbae, singing the national anthem to his country, Africa, and this was followed by the singing of the Negro National Anthem which was rendered by the talented a capella voices of “His Song”. The blending of voices, instru ments, Afrikan Dancers, Afrocentric theatre, and informative narration done by Georgine Rice, were all fused to gether to bring about a most enjoyable, entertaining and inspirational evening. Waverly L. Davis, President, and Dennis Payne, Sr., Vice President, jointly open their hearts in thanking the community for their support and their attendance. “Next year, we hope to be bigger and better”, says Waverly Davis. “We need to unify the Christian communi ties throughout the Portland Metro politan area. The AAF Gospel Jubilee has become a great blessing 1 rom God.” But, an improvement on this year’s performance will be a hard task. M t . O livet P r e s e n ts Woodlawn Park N. E. 12lh & Claremont Portland, OR W hen: Saturday June 27, 1992 4:30 p.m. Purpose: To reach our young people in the immediate area and offer them positive alternatives where it concerns drugs, gang activity, and other feloni ous as well as misdemeanor crime. Further it is our purpose to help young people in the area of self awareness, self esteem and to realize opportunities to excel in educational and moral growth. June Events At Urban League Seniors Center The Urban League of Portland’s Multicultural Seniors Center, serving a diverse population of North/Northeast Portland seniors, will hold three special events in June, which members of the media are invited to attend. Events include: Juneteenth Celebration (Friday, June 19,11:00-1:00 p.m., Multicultural Senior Center, 5325 MLK Jr. Blvd. at Killingsworth) - Seniors and staff com memorate this African American holi day, celebrating the day news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached slaves in the South, with a soulfood lunch and program. Senior Center one Year Anniver sary (Wednesday, June 24,2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Multicultural Senior Center) — Seniors and staff celebrate the Center’s first anniversary with an open party and special program put together by the seniors. Its 30 Annual Fish-A Rama July 11, 1992 11 A M - 6 PM 116 N W . Schuyler St. Portland, OR 284-1954 $4.00 donation Public Notice Wholesale to the Public 35% to 50% off 100% Human Hair 16" from $15.95 braiding and weaving During the month o f June we will be having special sevices fo r our families and friends. It is our hope that you can be a part o f this celebration. Wigs and Beauty Supplies We will meet or beat anyone’s prices. FEATURING • Life Changing Interviews. • Drama • Good Music • Refreshments A LSO IN TER ESTIN G TOPICS 6-7-92 “Real Christianity Is...” 6-14-92 “Money Equals Success?” 6-21-92 “Men & Women in the 1990s.” 6-28-92 “ Whats going on with our cities?” Sales and Promotional items excluded. Mrs. C’s Wigs and Beauty Supply 707 N.E. Fremont Portland, Oregon 97212 (503) 281-6525 Open: 11:30 - 6:00 Tues thru Saturday Pastor Mark Strong Jesus Loves You! Sundays at 11:00 am Immanuel Free Methodist Church 311 N Ivy. (One block south fo Fremont, make a righ on Ivy.) Allen le CME Ch urch len Temo le m p ie Psalm 34:3 4236 N t Eighth Avenue (corner of 8th Í Skidmore) M a llo ry Avenue Christian Church D l s c lp l ® s o f Portland, Oregon 97211 (503) 287-0261 s t C h r ÿlapitsi QÏÏjnrûlj God's Presence promises Pouter through Jesus Christ In G ood Times and Sad Times 8101 N. Fiske Avenue Portland, Oregon 97203 Maltfieu/ 11:&3 9:45am 11:00am 7:30pm Do.nisa fl ßell. Pastor 126 N.€. Rlberta t Portland, OR 9721 1 t (503) 288-5173 For Best Results Advertise in the Observer • * * ■ ; 1 Stone Tower Church, N.E. Sandy Blvd. & 30th Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Church School 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Wednesdays, 116 N.E. Schuyler 10:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Radio Ministry each Sunday, 8:00 a.m. on KBMS Pastor, Rev James C E. Faulkner Them e: W hatever you're going to do fo r th e Lord, do it now I Peter lv .1 1 . . . : :* ... ■ •• . . • M t O livet baptist C hurch Has moved Sunday services to Sunday Service 10:45 Sunday School 9:30 Bible Study 6:00 Evening Service 7:00 P.M. Sunday School M orning Worship Tuesday Bible Study and Prayer Inter-racial Congregation Study Phon«: 2 8 9 -1 9 1 1 Church Pho.ie: 2 8 9 -0 1 4 7 "Come to me oil you tuho ore weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest" Phillip S Nikon Pastor » A Teaching Church With A Reaching Ministry Dr. James E. Martin, Senior Pastor Church Otlicc 116 N.E. 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