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November I. 2006 Page B5 <ri’1 ^Llort lattò ©bseruer 1 ■ ■ Pori lam J OL s e r v e r Am i© R e v ie w State Farm ' I 2006 INFINITI FX45 Bv K athleen C arr When Infiniti designers created the FX, they envisioned what they called “cool fusion", blending the SUV’s lower body with the sleek, elegant upper body more reminis cent of a classic sports car. The “cool fusion" concept is the reason you can’t keep your eyes off the FX, and it's a heartbreaker. The stylish curved profile is blended with the ferocious V-8 power and tenacious handling in this all-wheel- drive premium crossover from Nissan’s luxury di vision. It has rap idly become a favorite status sym bol for the “young up-and-com ing" consumers. Then th ere's the power. Un der the hood is a 4.5 -lite r V-8 that sprouts 320 horsepow er and 335 pound-feet o f torque. T hat’s good d u a l z o n e c lim a te c o n tro l. Bluetooth hands-free phone sys tem, heated front seats, and the intelligent keyless entry system that uses electronic signals in stead of a conventional keyless remote. These are just a few of the standard features. The $6,600 technology package offered by Infiniti will im presseven the most techno-savvy consum er, provid ing a user-friendly navigational system, a DVD system with rear back-up monitor, and lane depar ture warning system. SPECIFICATIONS: 4.5-Liter DOHC V-8 Engine; 320 hp. The interior space may not meet 6,200 rpm; 335 lb-ft o f torque 4 ,0 0 0 rpm; Five-speed the needs of most "soccer moms’. automatic transmission; 14 City- 18 Hwy MPG; The sacrificial cost of this aggres $50,000 MSRP. sive. sporty-body design is giving up abundant passenger and cargo for quick takeoffs or a power inch wheels keep it pasted to the space. The large wheel wells create boost when cruising. The sweet pavement. There is little body roll some issues when getting out of sounding, sport-tuned exhaust, and it devours spirited twists and the rear door. The V-8 engine re com bined w ith this In fin iti’s turns, like a hungry beast. In addi quires premium gas and deep pock throaty roar, definitely makes you tion to an all-wheel-drive system, ets at the gas pump. aware that yo u 'v e punched the the FX45 has a Vehicle Dynamic If you desire the perform ance throttle. Controls system for conquering of a sports car, the functionality The FX45, suspension has been slippery situations, with traction o f a sport utility vehicle and the tweaked to offer a smoother ride, control. cushy ride of a luxury vehicle, the along with a new shock absorber The interior is understated el Infiniti FX45 crossover isjust the design. When it comes to handling egance with an overload of stan ticket. 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(# M W -259 06, MW -25907 or state variation) Association membership Is required. MW/000263 exp.6/07 Mid-West National Life Insurance Company o f Tennessee A Health-Markets Company Keeping the promise o f allordablc coverage Greater Faith Baptist Church presents Our Pastor's Year Appreciation featuring “The Bolton Brothers Of Hattiesburg, MS” R eligion _________ M 1 Wc Jesus Depicted as a Black Man ‘Color of the Cross’ makes film history (AP) — "Color o f the C ross,” a c o n tro v e rs ia l new film th a t opened last weekend tells a tradi tional story, focusing on the last 48 hours o f the life o f Jesus as told in the Gospels. In this ver sion, though, race contributes to his persecution. It is the first representation in the history o f American cinem a o f Jesus as a black man. What Jesus looked like has long been d eb ated by th eo lo g ian s around the world. Different cul tures have imagined him in differ ent ways, says Stephen Prothero, chairm an o f the religion depart ment a, Boston U niversity. In Japan, Jesus looks Japanese. In Africa, he is black. W hile some black churches have images o f a black Jesus be hind the altar and others have c la im e d C h ris t w as b la c k , Prothero says "none o f those arguments or i mages have fi Itered much into the m ainstream." F ilm m a k e r Jean C la u d e LaM arre set out to change that w ith " C o lo r o f th e C r o s s .” LaMarre, who plays Jesus, wrote, directed and financed the film. It will open in 30 theaters in pre- Jean Claude LaMarre wrote, directed a n d sta rs a s J e s u s in 'Color o f th e C ro ss.' d o m in a n tly b la c k n e ig h b o r- h oods. "Black people in this country are the only race o f people who w orship a god outside their own image," says LaMarre, 38, adding that showing Christ as a black man is "the most poignant way to deal with the issue of race in this country because it goes to the heart of how we look at the world." It also provides a positive im age o f blacks, som ething that's been scant in the U.S., says the Rev. Cecil "Chip" Murray, long time leaderof L. A.’s First African M ethodist Episcopal Church and a producer o f the film. Why does race matter in the story o f Christ? "Jesus isn’t in the hands of h is to r ia n s ," P ro th e ro say s. "What we have now is our own debate and, in that debate, race has to be a factor because race is a big predicam ent in American life." Fi Im is a powerful place to have the discussion, says Humphries- Brooks, who calls the medium "one o f the last places that is quasi-public for the formation of values in America." "Artistic and aesthetic views are as important in developing religious values as the words we speak. Everybody goes to the movies. Not everybody goes to the same church." Filmmaker LaM arre thinks the film can only have a positive ef fect. "The message is that color, a colored Jesus Christ, doesn't mat ter," he says. "That's why the movie is important. When you have one prevailing image out there, it sug gests color does matter." I I I November 1-5, 2 0 0 6 “ Brother-to-Brother Crusade” , 7:00 pm, Wed-Fri, November 1st. 2nd, & 3rd, at Greater Faith Baptist Church. "First Lady's Day Banquet", 11:00 am, Saturday, November 4th, at Van couver Ave Baptist Church. Ticket price $20.00 per person. "Fight Against Drugs Gospel Concert featuring The Bolton Brothers of Hattiesburg, MS” , 6:00 pm, Saturday, November 4th, at Vancou ver Ave Baptist Church. “ Pastor Bolton Appreciation Service". 4:00 pm, Sunday, November 5th, at Vancouver Ave Baptist Church. For More Information, call: 503-710-2000 or 503-247 2992 Church of the Good Shepherd Sisterhood o f Women Holiday Bazaar I November 4th 10am-7pm & November 5th lpm-6pm LO C A TIO N : 48551 NE 87th learner o f NE Going and H7tli) Three featured items and attractions: (1) Fried Chicken and fish dinners. (2) Beautiful homemade crochet quilts and sewed garments. (3) A wide very of ethnic gift items- figurines, candles/holders, vases and seasonal gifts of all sorts. MM MMW M IM M I A Mother Remembered For a Passion to Help Carolyn Sue Lewis, b. March 9, 1949 Carolyn Sue Lewis, age 57, passed away, Oct. 28, 2006 o f a stroke follow ing brain surgery. All who know Carolyn knew of her generous heart and spirit. She will be deeply missed. Carolyn was born in Portland, Ore. on March 9.1949, to the late Tommie and M attie Johnson. She was a lifelong resident o f northeast P ortland, and atten d ed Sabin Grade School and Grant High School Rose Festival court prior to her graduation in 1967. Carolyn married Bonnie Lewis Jr.in 1971 and is the mother of two daughters, Kirby Danielle Lewis and Dyan Lewis. Carolyn worked in Human Re sources at Firs, Interstate Bank (now W ells Fargo) for several years. W hile volunteering for the bank as a “Loaned Executive” to the United Way o f the Colum bia- W illam ette, Carolyn found her true calling. She discovered a p a ssio n fo r h e lp in g o th e rs through giving cam paigns spon- r Carolyn S u e Lewis sored by the agency. She left first Interstate to take a position as a Cam paign D irector at the United Way, and remained there for more 3, at 11 a.m. at Highland Christian than 20 years, in various posi Center, 7800 N E Glisan. The Rev tions, eventually moving to Vice erend W.G. Hardy Jr. will offici President of Human Resources. ate. Interment will follow the ser Carolyn was past president of vice at Rose City Cemetery. Executive Women International, C ontributions in the name of and she also served on boards of Carolyn S. Lewis may be made to many local organizations such as Self Enhancem ent, Inc. Fish Emergency Services and Self Enhancement, Inc. Carolyn leaves to mourn her hus band of 35 years. Bonnie Lewis Jr. of Portland: daughters Kirby Lewis of Portland and Kelly Lewis of Frisco, Texas; and brother Jackie Johnson and Janet Logan of Port land. She was preceded in death by her oldest brother Bobhy Johnson. Funeral Services for Carolyn Lewis will be held on Friday, Nov. ACKNOW LEDGEM ENT ||k ' Call for more information at 503-317-0622 Dianetics can help you live a better and happier life. Read the book used by millions to reduce stress, anxiety and unhappiness.This is the road to a better life with fewer problems. Just get it, read it and try it, and you'll never be the same. Thank you fo r your presence, prayers, calls, cards, food, generosity, etc. during our hour o f bereavement. Your love and kindness were comforting to us in our trying times. 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