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what’s inside:the mclainfamily from bremertoncongregation all recentlybecame new members incommunity of christ—from left: momlynette, nathan, amanda, kimberley and joshuaEDUCATIONALOPPORTUNITIES:Learn about waysto enhance yourministry skills.PAGE 4A SPIRITUALJOURNEY:Bend congregationinvites you to takethe next faithful stepin a lifelong journeyof deepeningdiscipleship.PAGE 6WE REACHEDOUR GOAL!GPNW raisesover 50,000for OutreachInternational Haitischool campaign.PAGE 8FAITH,FITNESS &PHILANTHROPY:Tuality developsnew program toactively involveyouth in helpingothers.PAGE 9news from the greaterpacific northwest mission centerchinookthesp r i n g / s u m m e r 2 0 1 1GPNWveazeys bring ministry to bendinstitute labor day weekendby Craig Perryman, Bend Congregational Support MinisterPresident Steve Veazey and Cathi Cackler-Veazey will bring ministry thissummer to Bend Institute on Labor Day weekend, September 2-5, as we “moveforward with divine vision.” Plan now to attend!Recent revelation has called us to “become a prophetic people,” but what does that really mean?Do images of soap boxes, street corners and megaphones fill your mind? Or are you perhaps havingvisions of walking through the High Desert eating locusts andhoney? Well, before you go trading your denim jeans for camelhair tunics, make sure that you block out Labor Day weekend,September 2-5, for the all new Bend Institute (camel hairsteve veazey and cathitunics optional). Our theme for this year is, “Move Forwardcackler-veazeyWith Divine Vision,” and we are thrilled to announce that guestministry will be provided by President Steve Veazey and Cathi Cackler-Veazey.multiple workshops offer choicesSteve and Cathi will explore what it means to be a prophetic people, how webecome prophetic, and what impact that might have on our personal and congregational lives. In order to best take advantage of the wealth of knowledge and personalexperience that Steve and Cathi bring to this subject, simultaneous workshops will beheld throughout the weekend.During the workshops President Veazey will focus on: Opening ourselves up to divine guidance and inspiration: A how-to study in theprocess of discernment Becoming a prophetic people: What it means for the future of the Community ofChrist, my congregation and mecontinued on page 2Plan on it!upcoming missioncenter events(see page 2 for a listing of youth camps)MAY 201114 — “Feed My Sheep” Movie Night, Crystal Springs14-15 — Caravan Huddle, Roseburg20-22 — WA Women’s Retreat, Ocean Shores WA22 — Special MC Conference, Puyallup28-30 —NW Singles Retreat, Lewis RiverJUNE 20114 — Caravan Huddle, Eugene, Medford & Bend11-17 — Samish Adult Reunion18-26 — Caravan Trip, San Francisco25-July 1 — Remote Reunion26-July 1 — Lewis River ReunionJULY 201110-16 — Samish Family Reunion20-30 — SpectacularAUGUST 201114-20 — NW Support Group Singles ReunionLOOK AHEADSept. 2-5 — Bend Institute
continued from page 1 camping 2011youth campingRegister now for 2011 youth camps.Check out all the details and registeronline at www.cofchrist-gpnw.org/camp.lewis river campgroundcamp zarahemla: (grades 3-6)July 6, 6 pm to July 9, 3 pmjr. high boys camp (hosmer lake):(boys grades 7-9)July 10, 10 am to July 15, 6 pmcamp israel: (grades 10-2011 grads)July 10, 3 pm to July 16, noonjr. high girls camp: (girls grades 7-9)July 17, 3 pm to July 22, noonsamish island campgroundcamp genesis: (greades 3-4)June 3, 7:15 pm to June 5, nooncamp mungai: (grades 5-6)July 3, 4 pm to July 9, nooncamp kluane: (girls grades 7-9)July 24, 4 pm to July 30, nooncamp chimacum: (boys grades 7-9)July 31, 4 pm to August 6, nooncamp kimtah: (grades 10-2011 grads)August 7, 4 pm to August 13, nooncamp remotekids camp: (grades 3-5)July 6, 3 pm to July 9, noonsr. high camp: (grades 9-2011 grads)July 9, 3 pm to July 16, noonjr. high camp: (grades 6-8)July 16, 3 pm to July 21, noonreunionssamish adult reunion:June 11, 3 pm to June 17, noonremote family reunion:June 25, 2 pm to July 1, 11:30 amlewis river reunion:June 26, 3 pm to July 1, noonsamish family reunion:July 10, 2 pm to July 16, noonnorthwest support group singles:August 14, 3 pm to August 20, 12:01 pm2Continuous communion with God: Is itreally possible?While Cathi Cackler-Veazey will address: Discerning my God-given gifts Building an effective team How to empower, enable and encourageour priesthood and/or membersWith so many wonderful workshopsavailable, even multi-taskers may find itdifficult to choose which ones to attend.Why make it hard on yourself? Bring somefriends, divide up and share the experience.To Dinner.” The concept for Guess Who’sComing To Dinner is simple. Various families from Bend and Redmond Congregationswill host dinners at their homes, but theyhave no idea who is showing up. Those participating will be randomly assigned to a hostfamily. You’ll be given an address and directions to the host’s home, but you won’t knowwho else might show up. What better wayto get to know one another than by breakingbread together? After dinner we will gatherback together for worship with Kathy Sharpas our guest minister.Monday morning will include praisesinging, our closing worship and closing fellowship.worships and special eventsWe will join together for a number ofspecial worship services,beginning withactivities for all agesan ecumenicalWhatever youworship servicedo, don’t forget theFriday night.kids! Throughout theSaturdayweekend, our youthwill open with awill enjoy a simultaneworship serviceous retreat with games,planned by ouractivities, campfiresmission centerand a Saturday eveningevangelists,barbecue with Steve andfollowed byCathi.attendees enjoy a worship service at 2010 bend institutethe workshops.In the afternoon, Mission Center Presidentregister earlyKathy Sharp will lead a Mission CenterThis year it’s more important than everChat session. After an exciting day of learnto register early for Bend Institute. Mealing, discerning and sharing, we’re offeringtickets will be issued with paid registrations.an opportunity for some good old fashionedRegister and pay online by visitingcompetition with a Congregational Chiliwww.bendinstitute2011.eventbrite.comCook Off. Each congregation is encouragedor return a paper registration with your payto submit at least one entry. Each entry costsment. In order to receive meal tickets, you 10. The fees will be donated in the namemust register by Monday, August 29. Theof the winning congregation to the Missionfull weekend registration cost is:Center’s Outreach International Fund to Family (parents & children) - 120rebuild a school in Haiti. (See related story, Individual - 45page 8.) Saturday evening will conclude with Individual Student (under 18) - 25a worship service planned by our missionThe Holy Spirit is at work in the Greatercenter young adults and featuring Webb ofPacific Northwest Mission Center. God isLife.calling each of us to take the next faithfulSunday morning communion service will step in our journey as a people. Doctrinefeature guest minister Cathi Cackler-Veazey. and Covenants 164:9e asks, “ Will youFollowing breakfast, we will join together in remain hesitant in the shadows of your fears,worship featuring President Steve Veazey.insecurities, and loyalties? Or will you moveSunday afternoon includes more workshopsforward in the light of your divinely instilledand Individual Spiritual Development time (a call and vision?” Be sure to make this year’schance to practice what we preach). SundayBend Institute a vital and enjoyable part ofevening we are offering a unique opportuyour journey.nity for fellowship: a “Guess Who’s Coming
ash wednesday serviceremembers jesusby Chris Lasley“Thank you so much for providing this tool. It was such aspiritual experience. This was an excellent way to start offthe Lenten season. I really appreciated the work you did toput this together for us.” — Service participantAsh Wednesday, March 9 at representation of our prayers. A peaceGarden Grove Congregatable displayed crafts from differenttion in Vancouver, WAplaces in the world. Facts about thewas a unique experienceIvory Coast and the struggles theyfor the 42 individuals who attended.are experiencing were printed out andThe evening was a self-guided jourrecommended for peace prayers.ney through the life and ministry ofIn the chapel, a 30-minuteJesus. Young adults from Longview,presentation of written prayer and poyouth from Lacamas Heights, memems, scriptures and pictures scrolledbers from Tuon the large screenality, Portlandfor reflection andand Southridgemeditation. EldersCongregawere availabletions, as wellfor administraas friends fromtion. A pathwayas far away aswas created inHermiston andthe main aisle ofWilsonville,paper stones toOR partici“make straight theworshipers meditate as they walk the labyrinthpated.pathway for Jesus.”Pamphlets explained the differMinistry of music was providedent station purposes and symbolism.every 15 minutes by Maria Keesee,Oil and ashes were provided for those Mickey Bevard, and the instrumentalwho wanted to mark themselves onquartet of Sam McFarlin, Youngthe hand or forehead with a crossPark, Eli Cronbaugh and Austinsymbol, humbling and acknowlWebberley.edging themselves as a sinner. AFor more information on thisdove, fishing net, loaves, fish, palmevent and how you might organizebranches, large vases, pitcher andone at your own congregation, contactbasin, bread, grapes, goblet and a gar- Chris Lasley at fijinow@hotmail.ment were some of the symbolsdisplayed to signify the life ofJesus.In the fellowship hallwas a labyrinth for people tomeditate as they walked thepathway. Bibles were provided for discovery, and paperfor journaling. Candles wereavailable to light as a physicalbev burk isone of five ordinandson february 27, 2011 ateugene congregation15ordinationsa special dayin eugeneFby Marne Benedictebruary 27 was aspecial day for EugeneCongregation, as weshared in the ordination of fivemembers: Sandi Schubert tothe office of Elder; and Bevbarb dobkinsBurk, Elaine Canaday, BarbDobkins, and Jeanie Freemanto the office of Priest.Over 140 members,families, and friends from manyplaces shared in the service andfollowing reception. EvangelistJoan Thompson brought aninspiring message about the“importance of listening.”sandi schubertupcoming ordinations station wiith symbols signifying the life of jesusThe Chinook includesevents, announcements andphotos submitted. Be sure to get yournews included in the next issue by sending tokshort@cofchrist-gpnw.org by August 1, 2011.mission center A Special Mission Center Conference willbe held on Sunday, May 22 at 10:30 am atPuyallup Congregation to vote on a priesthoodcall for Barbara Crask, of Mossyrock Group, tothe office of Elder.Kim Naten will be ordained to the office ofElder and Rick Naten will be ordained to theoffice of Priest during a service on Sunday, June26, at 3 pm at Olympia Congregation.3
Educational Opportunities inthe GPNW mission centerby Christian Skoorsmith, GPNW Learning OfficerAcross our Mission Center there are multiple opportunities for continuing to enrich andsharpen our ministry skills, knowledge and awareness. Many of these opportunities areto be found within the church, but just as often there are dynamic offerings in ecumenicaland academic settings nearby or over the internet.graceland president john sellars (l) andcommunity of christ president steve veazeygraceland offerschurch membersbig tuition breakby Randy Meline, Graceland Media RelationsCommunity of Christ andGraceland Universityrecently announced a Studyand Faith scholarship program forundergraduate church members whootherwise might see Graceland’stuition as prohibitive.The program, which will beginin the autumn of 2011, will offerscholarships to all Community ofChrist students equal to 50 percentof tuition at the Lamoni, Iowa, campus.U.S. News & World Reportand The Princeton Review rankGraceland as a top private universityin the Midwest. With the economicdownturn and mounting educationcosts, leaders hope the new scholarships will make Graceland affordable for all church students.Graceland President JohnSellars praised the program, “Thisis a tremendous opportunity for students of our faith tradition who wantto make the ‘Graceland Experience’a part of their lives,” he said. “Studyand Faith scholarships will preservethat partnership.”He also reminded people aboutthe original mission of the college.It “was to ensure our church youngpeople have the opportunity to getto know each other, to learn, but alsogrow within their faith.”4graceland university seminary onlineGraceland University Seminary now offersa Master of Arts in Religion (MAR) degreeentirely online, as well as an MAR degree andMasters of Arts in Christian Ministry through acombination of online and in-class experiencesat the Temple in Independence, Missouri. Inaddition to classes offered for credit in degreeseeking programs, most classes are available forauditing or non-degree-seeking attendance fora fraction of full tuition. Auditing a class alsodoes not require any homework or testing, but itdoes not earn any “credit”either. For more information regarding Seminaryeducation opportunities and requirements,contact Judy Luffmanat luffman@graceland.edu. Upcoming online courseofferings are: August 29-October 21—HebrewScriptures I, taught by Wayne Ham October 24-December—HebrewScriptures II, taught by Wayne HammeadsCommunity of Christ Seminary and TempleSchool co-sponsor the MEADS (MinisterialEducation and Discipleship Studies) program.The courses offer a concentrated study of foundational theology, church history, scripture,and practical ministry formation. You can findout more and contact the MEADS programdirectly via their website at www.cofchrist.org/MEADS. The next round of classes will beAugust 1-5 in Independence, MO, and featuresthe following courses and instructors: New Testament, taught by Tony &Charmaine Chvala-Smith Theological Foundations for ChristianMinistry, taught by Don Compier Worship, taught by Jane Gardnertemple schoolA variety of Temple School courses are frequently offered or considered across the MissionCenter. If you are interested in having a particular course offered or would be willing to teachone, please contact Mission Center LearningOfficer Christian Skoorsmith at cskoorsmith@cofchrist-gpnw.org.seattle university stmCommunity of Christ played a key rolein creating the ecumenical program at SeattleUniversity School of Theology and Ministry(“STM”) and has been an active and welcomemember in the decades since. STM offers manygraduate-level courses for audit during the year.Auditing a class carries the benefits of offeringexcellent teachers and subject matter at a fraction of the cost and commitment of degree-seeking programs. For more information on coursesand registration, visit www.seattleu.edu/stm.Upcoming classes available for audit are:weekend courses June 24 & 25—SpiritualRetreats: Theory, Design andImplementation July 9 & 10, 22, 23 & 24—ChristianAnthropologyweekday courses July 11-22—History of Pastoral Care July 18-22—Martin Luther King, Jr.:Beloved Community July 25-29—Contemporary ChristianSpirituality & Prayerecumenical associationsMany of the local ecumenical associationsour church is affiliated with offer occasionalseminars, weekend courses or lectures. Inaddition to education and spiritual formationevents, these organizations provide opportunities for peace and social justice education anddirect action. Subscribe to email lists to receiveannouncements about these. Some of the mostwell-known are listed below: Church Council of Greater Seattle: www.thechurchcouncil.or
samish island campground camp genesis: (greades 3-4) June 3, 7:15 pm to June 5, noon camp mungai: (grades 5-6) July 3, 4 pm to July 9, noon camp kluane: (girls grades 7-9) July 24, 4 pm to July 30, noon camp chimacum: (boys grades 7-9) July 31, 4 pm to August 6, noon camp kimtah: (grades 10-2011 grads) August 7, 4 pm to August 13, noon camp remote
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