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COMMUNITY A6 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2020 Jehovah’s Witnesses move convention online HERMISTON HERALD For the fi rst time since 1897, Jehovah’s Witnesses have moved their annual con- vention to a streaming plat- form. Congregations, fam- ilies, and guests have been viewing the program during July and August, according to a news release, out of con- cern for the health and safety of local communities. Attendees from northeast Oregon were expecting to travel to the Toyota Center in Kennewick, Washington. The fi rst convention in the Tri-Cities area was in 1992. Since then, thousands from Central and Eastern Wash- ington and Eastern Oregon have attended the three-day event. An English-language convention was scheduled for July 31-Aug. 2 and a Spanish-language conven- tion was scheduled for Aug. 7-9. The decision to can- cel the conventions came in early April after the outbreak of the novel coronavirus. “Our worship is centered on mutual love for God and each other, irrespective of where we are physically,” Robert Hendricks, U.S. spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses, said in a news release. The two Christian principles guiding the Wit- nesses’ historic decision are respect for the sanctity of life and love of neighbor. “As much as we long to meet together, life is far too precious to put at risk,” he said. The move to an online format will enable many more to view the program and organizers are anticipat- ing a higher than ever “atten- dance.” The convention is also being streamed in over 500 languages. All these changes are taking place to ensure the safety of attend- ees and the community during the pandemic. The theme of the 2020 convention is “Always Rejoice!” and it comes at a time when many are strug- Rotary Club performs service projects at namesake park gling with how to fi nd hap- piness amid the changing world scene. “To be able to have inner joy based on our faith, our relationship with our Creator, our relation- ship with our neighbor, and our families that is true joy that can be sustained,” said Hendriks. The convention explores questions like: What contrib- utes to fi nding and sustaining joy? How can you cultivate joy in the family? How can you remain joyful in diffi cult times? A key feature will be a Bible-based drama that considers the life of Nehe- miah and how he helped the ancient nation of Israel fi nd joy in their worship of God. The virtual program is being released online in six installments from the week- end of July 11-12 through the weekend of Aug. 29-30. Those interested in viewing the convention can fi nd the program on jw.org. There is no charge for viewing the convention. Head Start offers several programs for area residents Umatilla Morrow County Head Start offers a variety of programs to chil- dren ages birth to 5 and pregnant mothers. Eligi- bility for federal and state- funded programs is based on income, with other pro- grams considering higher income levels. Educational settings include part- and full-day Head Start preschool, dual language classrooms, thera- peutic, programs, child care partnerships, prenatal home visits and more. All pro- grams provide fun learning environments, meals, trans- portation, health screen- ings, and advocacy. For information about programs offered in your area, stop by the Head Start administrative offi ce at 110 N.E. Fourth St., Hermiston, call 541-564-6878 or visit www.umchs.org. WORSHIP COMMUNITY Photo contributed by Kimberly Rill Members of the Hermiston Rotary Club’s Satellite Club and Noon Club pose for a photo on July 28 after completing a service project. The Satellite Club has committed to maintaining the informal “Rotary Park” comprised of the walking trail and landscaping along the west side of Highway 395 between Orchard Avenue and Locust Avenue. They spent an evening doing so, catered by Tacos Xavi, and plan to spread bark chips at the site during their work meeting in August. Mosquito control district warns against West Nile virus LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH 125 E. Beech Ave. • 567-3232 HERMISTON HERALD The West Umatilla Mos- quito Control District is conducting its annual tar- geted aerial mosquito con- trol spraying, including spraying that took place the weekend of Aug. 9 over 5,000 acres north and east of Hermiston. According to the news release, mosquito control operations are designed to decrease the spread of West Nile virus that some mos- quitoes carry. While the virus mostly affects birds, mosqui- toes can also pass it on to humans or horses when they bite. The risks of the virus are low and most infected people do not become ill or develop mild fl u-like symptoms, but in rare cases West Nile virus may cause dangerous swell- ing in the brain, known as encephalitis. The district recommends seeking medical atten- tion for unusual, severe headaches. Pastor David Dever Sun. Bible Classes...................10:00am Sun. Worship Service..............11:00am Sun. Evening Worship..............6:00pm Wed. Prayer & Bible Study......6:00pm www.hermistonlmbc.com Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church 565 W. HERMISTON AVE. DAILY MASS: Monday-Friday ...............................English 7:00 am Thursday...............Spanish 6:00 pm SATURDAY:.........English 5:00 pm ...............................Spanish 7:00 pm SUNDAY:..............English 9:00 am ..........................Bilingual 11:00 am ..............................Spanish 1:00 pm Office..............................567-5812 Staff photo by Ben Lonergan, File Andrew Ross (left) and Rylie Smith use dip cups to check a small body of water for mosquito larvae near Hermiston in 2019. Things people can do to help reduce mosquito pop- ulations are to get rid of opportunities for stand- ing water on their property, such as old tires or clogged gutters, and fl ush ornamen- tal ponds, horse troughs and other needed water sources regularly. People should also pro- tect themselves from mos- quito bites by wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants outdoors, using mos- quito repellent and main- taining screens on windows and screen doors. Area residents can report mosquito infesta- tions and dead bird sight- ings to the West Umatilla Mosquito Control District at 541-567-5201. MEDICAL DIRECTORY URGENT CARE MENTAL HEALTH HERMISTON FAMILY MEDICINE & LET US BE THE ONE THAT HELPS! URGENT CARE Family Care • Minor Injuries Sports Physicals • Minor Surgeries • Adult, Child & Family Therapy • Psychiatric Evaluation & Treatment • Mental Health & Crisis Services • Confidential & Professional Care FAMILY DENTISTRY St. Johns Episcopal Church Join Us On Our Journey With Jesus. Scripture, Tradition and Reason Family service 9am Sunday N.E. Gladys Ave & 7th, Hermiston t. PH: 567-6672 We are an all inclusive Church who welcomes all. First Christian Church “Proclaiming the Message of Hope, Living the Gospel of Love” Sunday School...9:15 am Worship Service...10:30 am Children’s Church 10:45 am 567-3013 775 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Worship Service 10:30 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Pastor J.C. Barnett Children’s Church & Nursery Available 700 West Orchard Avenue P.O. Box 933 Hermiston, Oregon 541-289-4774 Seventh-day Adventist Church Saturdays Sabbath School........9:30 a.m. Worship Service......11:00 a.m. English & Spanish Services 567-8241 Hermiston Jr. Academy 1300 NW Academy Lane, • Hermiston COMPREHENSIVE CARE A Better Way to Oral Health We accept Medicare & some Advantage Medicare plans NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY 236 E. Newport, Hermiston (across from U.S. Bank) Hours: Mon-Sat 7:30am-7:00pm DENTURES BLUE MOUNTAIN DENTURE CENTER Affordable Care in Eastern Oregon since 1991 TROY STEWART Licensed Denturist UMATILLA, OR: 1300 6th St., Suite G BAKER CITY, OR: 2194 Court Ave. 541-519-4696 • 541-523-4752 CRISIS PHONE: 866-343-4473 HERMISTON: 595 NW 11th St. • 541-567-2536 PENDLETON: 331 SE 2nd St. • 541-276-6207 995 Orchard Ave., Hermiston, OR RYAN M. WIESELER, D.D.S, PC WWW.LIFEWAYS.ORG www.desertdentalsmiles.com To advertise in the Medical Directory, please call Jeanne PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 541-564-4531 email: jjewett@hermistonherald.com Call Today! 541-289-5433 1060 W. Elm, Suite #115, Hermiston (across from Good Shepherd Medical Center) www.apd4kidz.com Office hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm To share your worship times call 541-278-2678
