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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 2015 Anderson to speak at UU On Sunday, Jan. 11, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Lynn Anderson will talk about Native American spirituality. Anderson has been the director of the Indian Educa- tion Program in the Siuslaw School District for the last 14 years. Anderson will share some of the Native American atti- tudes, concepts and practices “regarding their relationship to the earth and to each other.” The UU Fellowship is at 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road. FUUF is wheelchair acces- sible and the service con- cludes at 11 a.m. with food and fellowship. For more information, visit www.florenceuuf.org. Citizen from 1A Citizen Award. MacDuffee has been spotted working tirelessly and nearly constantly around the city at dozens of events and commit- tee meetings. She worked many years as a city planning commissioner and on the waste management committee. She is very involved in the Florence Events Center, Food Share, Ladies of Elks and her church. Her nomination stated, “I think the list of her involve- ment and accomplishments over the years speak for them- 5 A Amazing truth about God’s grace God’s grace is amazing! We’re saved by grace — God’s undeserved favor — and we live by grace, which is also God’s power in our lives to do what we could never do in our own strength. And it’s all because God is love, and He loves us unconditionally, con- stantly and completely. But even though God loves us, we still have a problem: sin. It’s important for us to learn how to confront sin and over- come it, because while God loves sinners, He hates sin. And He hates it because of what it does to us and how it keeps us from the abundant life Jesus died to give us. (See John 10:10.) So many people live in an endless cycle of sinning, feel- ing guilty and condemned, suf- selves. … (She’s) had a huge positive impact on the lives of people in our community.” The third nominee is busi- nesswoman Cindy Wobbe. Wobbe has been involved with the chamber of commerce for many years, serving as pres- ident and now past president and on numerous chamber committees. For 14 years, she held an event annually before Thanksgiving to collect food for Food Share, which has resulted in more than 40 tons of food going to the agency. Late last year, she raised money and collected hundreds of Christmas gifts for a U.S. To be included in this directory contact the Siuslaw News at 997-3441, or drop off information at 148 Maple St., Old Town, Florence. Join Us WATCH! 3 ANGELS BROADCASTING NETWORK (3ABN) TV UHF Channel 48. 24 hour Christian TV highlights Bible studies of prophecy, inspirational music, health lec- tures, healthy cooking and more. BAY BERRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SINGSPIRATION You are invited to come and sing your favorite old time gospel hymns Every Friday night at 7pm • Non-denominational Bay Berry Square; 101 at Sutton Lake Dr. /milepost 185 N. For more information , please call 541-997-2681 COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH we have strength for all things in Christ, we’re ready for any- thing, and we are self-sufficient in His sufficiency. In other words, we can do whatever we need to do, according to God’s will, by the strength and ability we have in Christ. We have the power to overcome The Bible says we are dead to sin, but sin is not dead. We consider ourselves dead to sin because when we’re born again through Christ, our spirit is alive in Him and wants nothing to do with sin; that’s why it bothers you when you do something wrong. However, our soul — mind, will and emotions — is not immediately mature in the things of God. We all go through a lifelong process of learning how to renew our minds with God’s Word, submit our will to Him, and be led by the Holy Spirit rather than our emotions. The exciting truth is that in Christ, we have God’s grace to over- come sin, but we have to choose to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to walk it out. As a new creation in Christ (see 2 Corinthians 5:17), the Holy Spirit lives in your spirit, and you have His power to do God’s will. This means we don’t have to live with anger, unforgiveness, bitterness, depression, addictions, self- pity, selfishness or anything else that isn’t Christlike. Philippians 4:13 (AMP) says It’s all about your ‘want to’ We clearly see in God’s Word that anything He tells us to do, He will give us the abili- ty to do it. It’s easier to come up with excuses for why we can’t do things that are hard or that we really don’t want to do. “I just can’t help it. It’s too hard. I’m addicted. It’s the way I was raised.” Why would God tell us to do something without giving us the ability to do it by His grace? Why would He say we should be kind, patient, merciful, and live a life of helping others and then not help us do it? The best thing we can do is stop making excuses and decide that if God said it, it’s true. He will give us the ability to do what He’s asking us to do by His grace. It really just comes down to whether we want to believe Him and make the effort to do, by faith, what He wants us to do. I know this is a challenging message, but I’m sharing it with you because God loves you so much and He wants you to have a good life. His plans for you are better than you could ever imagine for your- self, and He wants you to be hopeful about your future. In Christ, we don’t ever have to settle for a mediocre life filled with compromise. We can have God’s best, because we are dead to sin and alive in Him. infantry battalion in Afghanistan. She has a number of charitable efforts in Panama. She has worked with groups and individuals to finance or provide dental and medical care in many facets, including giv- ing food and clothing at home- less camps. According to her nomination form, “Cindy gives of herself tirelessly, unselfishly and with- out much attention. She believes in the causes she sup- port … and also believes in supporting most anyone who asks on behalf of a worthy cause. … We all would do well to model our contributions and community activism on Cindy Wobbe.” Part of the tradition of select- ing a First Citizen is also nam- ing the Florence Future First Citizen. This year, five Siuslaw High School students have been nominated. Again, the winner will be named during a ceremony Jan. 21. Jonathon Griffes carries a near 4.0 grade point average and is involved in many school activities, including sports, band, Interact Club and choir. As a Boy Scout for six years, he has been a part of the Pioneer Cemetery Cleanup crew and volunteered his time to Food Share, the Veterans Day Parade, the Florence Area Humane Society, Siuslaw Outreach Services, Community Baptist Church, Power of Florence and much more. His nomination stated, “(Jonathon) is an excellent leader and a caring person. He has good problem-solving skills, uses his time efficiently, is respectful and always willing to learn, very good skills for a leader.” David Johnston was nomi- nated because “through his many activities at Siuslaw, David has shown he is a strong leader, works well with others and continues to grow himself and help others grow at the same time.” Johnston has a 4.0 grade point average. He is involved in the Siuslaw High School choir, bands, drama club, Key Club, Interact and the National Honor Society, and has earned many academic awards. He volun- teers for special events around the community and works reg- ularly at Food Share. Lindsey Keppol said she is really invested in this commu- nity. She maintains a 3.5 grade point average while volunteer- ing for community fundraisers, the Indian Education program, Power of Florence, Girl Scouts and other programs. She also participates in local theater groups. Her nomination form stated, “She works hard to encourage others and is always willing to help. She is willing and able to take on leadership roles and does so often.” Lindsey added, “I have been taught to be an active partici- pant in my environment. When I am involved, I know that I am helping to make things better in our community.” Courtney King is one of the five students nominated for Future First Citizen because of her strong leadership qualities both in school and in extracur- ricular activities. She has a 4.0 grade point average and is a member of the National Honor Society, the Key Club and Interact, as well as other organ- izations. She also plays on bas- ketball, cross country and track and field teams. Courtney works on the Read for the Need book sale and has been involved in the Power of Florence, food drives and fundraiser auctions. According to her nomination form, “(Courtney) is constantly ask- ing what she can do to improve situations and make everyday life better for people. Courtney is kindhearted, patient, under- standing, a good listener, … positive and calculative.” The final Future First Citizen named (this list is alphabetical) is Emily Rosinbaum. Rosinbaum said she stepped up her volunteerism when she realized she had begun to love helping out her school. She has served on student council, cre- ated the first Siuslaw Drama Club and worked as editor and ads manager for the yearbook. She also participates in outside theater groups, including Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops and the Last Resort Players. Her grade point aver- age is 3.2. Emily’s nomination form stated, “Through various activ- ities in school Emily has shown her leadership qualities. … She is always available and willing to help.” The gala evening of the pres- entation of First Citizen awards along with the Siuslaw Awards, which recognize local business- es, is Wednesday, Jan. 21, at the Florence Events Center. Doors open at 6 p.m.; the ceremony starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 each and can be purchased at the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center on Highway 101. fering under guilt and condem- nation for awhile, and then eventually believing God will forgive them or they’ve paid for it enough to be forgiven. I know how miserable it can be to live this way because I’ve been there myself. And it isn’t God’s plan for our lives. Jesus paid a tremendous price for us so we could have abundant life. He willingly took all of our sin on Himself and gave His life on the cross so we could be forgiven and have new life in Him. Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $9 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. In Worship FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP N.W. Corner of Heceta Beach Road & Hwy. 101 Every Sunday at 10 a.m. All are welcome. (541) 997-2840 FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship & Adult Sunday School 9:00 Worship & Kids Sunday School 10:30 located at 2nd & Kingwood (541) 997-6025 “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” FOURSQUARE CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. – Youth Group: Sat., 6 p.m. Website:florence4square.com CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD FLORENCE VINEYARD (GOD'S POWER HOUSE) Corner of 10th & Maple –- 997-3533 Bible Study at 9:00 A.M. Services: Worship, 10:30 A.M. florencecrossroad.org • office@florencecrossroad.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Dr. Marvin Owen Series ‘Through the Bible’ on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1833 Tamarack Street (two blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Service times: Bible Study Sunday 10 a.m. Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Marvin Aultman • e-mail: florenceoregonchurchofchrist@gmail.com FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Sunday school for all ages 9:15 a.m. • Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Group Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday School (for all ages) 9:50 a.m. FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. –- 997-2523 – Worship at 11:00 AM –- Sunday School at 9:30 AM – Variety of Sunday evening activities - 5 PM Wed. Bible & Children classes at 6:00 PM Call for details. 2610 Kingwood, Florence • 541-268-2025 Sunday Worship @ 10:00 a.m., experience the Power of the Holy Spirit Pastors: George & Beverly Sisemore Intercessory Prayer & Worship, Thursday night @ 5:00 pm florencevineyardchurch.com NEW LIFE CHURCH-UPC 1525 12th St., Suite 24 •541-991-9398 Sunday Services: 10am and 6pm Tues. Bible Study 7:00pm ...need a friend? NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship services; Sun. 10:30am & Wed. 6pm. office@lutheranchurchflorence.com www.lutheranchurchflorence.com PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Pastor Steve Knowles Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Dan Wurster, Pastor Meet B O B O Breed Age Sex Size Color Shepherd/Mix 1 year 4 months 25 days Male Large Brown/Black If you would like to meet BoBo or any of his friends, please visit us at: ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH FLORENCE HUMANE SOCIETY 2840 Rhododendron Drive • Florence • 541-997-4277 FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 The Rev. Georgia C. DuBose, Vicar Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH www.fl orencehumane.org This message brought to you by: Siuslaw News + Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 www.shoppelocal.biz
