TWO - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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of the City of Heppner and the County of Morrow
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Chris Sykes ...............................................................................................Publisher
Annalynn Black ............................................................................................ Editor
Cindi Doherty.........................................................................................Advertising
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Death Notice
Terry Corbin died at the age of 75 on October 10, 2024
from cancer. Memorial to be announced.
Fall fun at the fair
Oct. 25 th
Mark your calendars
for Friday, October 25 th for
free classes at the Morrow
County Fairgrounds Exhibit
Hall. Three different work-
shops will be offered for all,
ages 12-99, and all supplies
and refreshments will be
provided. The classes are
led by specialists in their
artistic fields! Participants
need to preregister by call-
ing Sue Gibbs at 541-379-
2298 or 541-676-9474 or by
email at mcfair@co.mor-
row.or.us.
Class number one will
be taught by the Boardman
Quilt Group who displayed
many beautiful quilts at the
fair in August. This class is
from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. and
is limited to 15 spots. The
class is geared for begin-
ning seamstresses, and the
sewers will be making pil-
lowcases. One of the group
leaders, Cheryl Tallman,
can provide transportation
from the Boardman/Irrigon
area, so contact Cheryl if
you need a ride to Heppner.
The second class, from
Noon to 4:00 p.m. is a
fall themed mixed me-
dia workshop, taught by
Michelle Hopper. This
class has 12 spots avail-
able. Michelle, who lives
in Stanfield, created the
2024 Pendleton Round-Up
poster. Michelle’s artwork
includes graphic/digital
design, children’s book
illustrations, fine art and
developing her original art
apparel and gift line called
“Rancher’s Girl”.
Rounding out the day
is a flower arranging class
taught by Cynthia Wenberg,
who is the florist at Country
Rose at Murray’s. This class
is from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and
is limited to 10 spots. Bud-
ding floral designers will
create an arrangement in a
basket with fall flowers and
natural elements. Cynthia
says she had her first flower
experience in Tennessee
when her mother bought a
flower shop and learned as
she went! This event is sure
to be a fun and educational
experience for all. Sign up
for one, or all three, classes
and enjoy fall fun at the fair.
Spiritually Speaking
Father Thankachan Joseph
Authority as service
Most people see authority as a chance to promote
their own honor and glory, but Christ saw it as an op-
portunity to serve others, which is not that easy. Humans
naturally think of themselves first. Even the apostles did,
as we shall see in today’s Gospel. The servant leadership
of Jesus pinpoints service and sacrifice as the criteria of
greatness in Christ’s kingdom.
In the Book of the Prophet Isaiah (53:10-11), the
“Suffering Servant” prepares us to hear today›s Gospel
(Mark 10:35-45), teaching on desire versus humility.
The Servant of the first reading intercedes with God
for the people, taking upon himself their wrongdoings
and accepting retributions for their sins. This passage
speaks of the servant giving “his life as an offering for
sin.” The prophecy, “Through his suffering, many ser-
vants shall justify many, and their guilt he shall bear”
(53:11), was realized in Jesus, who lived and died for
others. This passage also gives us assurance that if
we stand for righteousness and justice, we need to go
through all that the prophet experienced; later, we will
receive the loving care of our Father, God, who 1will
never abandon us. That is what the Prophet Isaiah is try-
ing to convey. The concluding words of Jesus in today’s
Gospel, about giving His life as a ransom for many, refer
to the messianic prophecy from the prophet Isaiah.
The second reading, from the letter to the Hebrews
(4:14-16), notes that Jesus responded to the call from
His Father to be the mediator or priest for the people. As
a high priest, He can sympathize with us in our weak-
ness because He has been tested in every way, though
sinless, so we can confidently hope for God’s mercy.
Jesus accomplished His mission of saving mankind by
becoming the “Suffering Servant” and challenging His
followers to become great by serving others: “Whoever
wishes to be great must be a servant.” In the time of
Jesus, ransom was the price paid to free someone from
slavery. Sometimes another offered himself as a substi-
tute for the slave. Jesus’s offering was just such a liberat-
ing offering for mankind. This second reading ends with
an invitation to every one of us to “confidently approach
the throne of grace to receive mercy and to find grace for
timely help” (4:16).
The Gospel reading is another classic response from
Christ on the question of ambition and expectations. For
the third time, Jesus predicts His own death (Mark 8:31,
9:31, 10:32), but James and John still could not under-
stand Him and His style as leader. They thought of Him
as a revolutionary freedom fighter and shared the Jewish
belief that the Messiah would be a political king, sit-
ting on David’s throne and ruling over a re-united Israel.
Jesus’s idea of discipleship they could not grasp well.
They were sure that the purpose of Jesus’s final trip to
Jerusalem was to overthrow the Roman rulers. Hence,
they wanted assurance from Jesus that He would make
them His first- and second-in-command in His messian-
ic kingdom.
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus wants us to understand
the following for our daily living: 1) A challenge to give
our lives in loving service to others. The best place to
begin the process of “self-giving” is in our own homes
and in the workplace. We must look upon our education,
training, and experience as preparation for service to
others. Whatever may be our place in society -- whether
“important” or “unimportant” -- we can serve. “Life be-
comes harder for us when we live for others, but it also
becomes richer and happier.” —Albert Schweitzer. 2)
We serve by suffering. Misery and service go hand-in-
hand. First, service always involves suffering because
you can’t help another without some sacrifice on your
own part. Secondly, we must learn to be sensitive to the
suffering of those around us. One way to cultivate this
sensitivity is by focusing on the needs of others, rath-
er than on our own needs. 3) We accept the invitation
to drink from the cup of Christ’s suffering. The best
example can be found in our families: A happy family
is the result of true sacrifice and humble service. The
husband or wife, father or mother is ready to sacrifice
convenience, comfort, and time for the good of other
members in the family. We are challenged to drink the
cup of Jesus by laying down our lives in humble and
sacrificial service for others, just as Jesus did.
Political signs are not
allowed on state highway
right-of-way in Oregon The ‘Red Barn Fun
ODOT - With the Nov. This interactive map can
th
5 national elections ap- also help identify ODOT Run’ Oct. 19
proaching, campaigns and
their friends should remem-
ber that ODOT will remove
political signs posted on the
state highway right-of-way.
Only official traffic
control devices are allowed
in the highway right of way.
Improperly placed signs
can distract drivers and
block road safety messages.
Improperly placed
signs will be taken down
and held at a nearby ODOT
district maintenance of-
fice for 30 days. To re-
claim signs, find the nearest
ODOT maintenance office.
Signs are prohibited on
trees, utility poles, fence
posts and natural features
within highway right-of-
ways. They also are pro-
hibited within view of a
designated scenic area.
The width of the state
highway right-of-way can
vary considerably depend-
ing on the specific location.
If you’re uncertain whether
you’re placing a sign on
private property or high-
way right-of-way, check
with the local ODOT dis-
trict maintenance office.
right-of-way.
Local municipal -
ities may also regulate
the placement of political
signs.
Political signs are al-
lowed on private property
within view of state high-
ways with the following
restrictions:
Sign dimensions are
limited to 12 square feet
but can be up to 32 square
feet with a variance from
our Oregon Advertising
Sign Program Resourc-
es guidelines.
Signs cannot have
flashing or intermittent
lights, or animated or mov-
ing parts.
Signs must not imitate
official highway signs or
devices.
Signs are not allowed
in scenic corridors.
No payment or com-
pensation of any kind can
be exchanged for either the
placement of or the mes-
sage on temporary signs,
including political signs,
which are visible to a state
highway.
Hopeful Saints Trunk-or-Treat
The Heppner High
School Cross Country Team
will be having their annual
fund raiser fun run. The
Red Barn Fun Run will be
held on Saturday, October
19 th . Registration will be
the morning of starting at
7:45am at the LDS Church,
400 Tom St. in Lexington.
The race starts at 8:30am.
There is a 1 mile, 2 mile and
5k run/walk. The course is
paved and flat. Good for
everyone - bikes, strollers,
pets. It will be $15 to par-
ticipate with tee shirts for
$5. Finisher medals, fun
prizes and treats. 100%
You are invited!
Christian Life
Center Church
Join us Sundays
at 10:30
535 Morgan Street
Heppner
“All are welcome”
of the proceeds goes to the
cross-country team made
up of runners from Hep-
pner, Condon and Ione.
A picture from last year’s Trunk or Treat. – Contributed
Photo
Hopeful Saints Min-
istry will be hosting a
Trunk-or-Treat event on
Halloween night from 5:30
to 8:00pm. We are located
at the corner of Church
and Gale Street, in Hep-
pner. We have 10 spaces
available for you to park
your car and participate in
this free event. If you are
interested in reserving a
Trunk-or-Treat space please
call the Church office 541-
676-9970, leave your name
and phone number, we will
assign a space for you.
Spaces will be open un-
til filled or until Monday,
October 28th whichever
comes first. George Nairns
or Cody High will be in
contact to give you your
assigned space number. We
can also help with suppling
treats for you to handout.
All are welcome to join
in on this Halloween Fun!
There will be free activ-
ities inside too! Come in
get warmed up watch the
movie, visit Noah’s Ark
and have some dinner, we
will be serving hot dogs /
chili and warm drinks Co-
coa, Cider or Coffee. There
is no charge for the food,
drinks, treats or games.
Contact George Nairns
gn_arrived@live.com if
you would like to volunteer
to help with this free
event. Looking forward to
a Spooktacular evening,
funded by MCURD.
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Morrow County is seeking volunteers to represent
the Boardman area and the Irrigon area.
One position is open for each area. Planning
Commissioners serve four-year terms.
This recruitment is to fill a term that begins
January 1, 2025.
The Planning Commission generally meets once a
month, alternating meeting locations between
Heppner and Irrigon. Duties of the Planning
Commission include reviewing land use
applications, maintaining the county's subdivision
and zoning ordinances, and working with the county
staf f to maintain the county's
Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
Interested parties residing in Morrow County who are
interested in taking a more active part in
land use planning in the county are encouraged
to submit a letter of interest to the
Morrow County Planning Department,
PO Box 40, Irrigon, OR 97844, by 5 pm
Friday, November 8, 2024.