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Adult Care
ACTIVE ADULTS OVER 55—Florida Living Retirement Community near Orlando. Garden Court rental room with bathroom, walk-in closet, private patio entrance. $966 monthly includes: vegetarian meals, utilities, cable, 3ABN, Safe TV, maintenance, grounds care. Church on site. Call Sharon or Jackie: 800-729-8017; JackieFLRC@aol.com.
Automotive
NEW AUTOS COST LESS!!! All makes FLEET PRICES. Out-of-stock or factory orders. Low interest financing % and factory rebate programs. Leasing = lower payments and taxes. Quality used vehicles available. TRADE-INS WELCOME. Quotations by phone or fax. Test drive and demo before you buy. Nationwide warranty on new autos. Delivery at your home, office, credit union or our facility. We ship nationwide, Alaska and Hawaii; save thousands! Call or fax your specific vehicle desires: make, model, options, etc. Contact WESTERN AUTO WHOLESALE & LEASING: Portland, Ore. 503-760-8122; Vancouver, Wash. 360-263-6521; nationwide 800-284-6612; fax 800-300-0484; e-mail wawl@aol.com.
RVs! Adventist owned and operated RV dealership has been saving Adventists money for over 25 years. $8 million inventory—over 30 brands in stock. Courtesy airport pickup and on-site hookups. Satisfied Adventist customer list. Call toll-free 888-933-9300; ask for Adventist discount pricing. Lee’s RV City, Oklahoma City: e-mail LeesRVs@aol.com.
NEW/USED VEHICLES available for delivery worldwide. www.autochoiceisyours.com. Let Don Vories’ 40 years of experience save you money. Easy online shopping! Local 509-525-9782; toll free 888-249-8359.
Classes
WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION, but need flexibility? Consider an online course from Southern Adventist University’s new Virtual Campus! Fall semester online courses include: statistics, earth science, health for life, personal finance, educational research, introduction to drawing, and life and teachings of Jesus. Classes begin August 28. For more information, call 800-SOUTHERN or visit www.virtualcampus.southern.edu.
Employment
A REAL HOME BASED BUSINESS Work anywhere, full- or part-time. Fantastic opportunity with one of the fastest growing reputable companies in America. Amazing product line, large earning potential with minimal cash investment. Training and support provided. Must be self-motivated and teachable. Call 800-825-7583 for details.
WALLA WALLA COLLEGE Job Opportunities: Please visit www.wwc.edu/hr.
NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART HOSPITAL in sunny Palmer, Alaska is seeking physicians to meet the needs of a fast-growing community. Mat-Su Regional Medical Center provides general medical and surgical care for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room patients, and participates in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. The medical staff currently includes cardiologists, oncologists, neurologists and a plastic surgeon. High-tech diagnostic services are also available, including MRI, 64 slice CT scan and Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS). Large Adventist community including school for grades K-8. Openings for numerous specialties. Relocation assistance offered. Contact Norman Stephens, Chief Executive Officer: 907-861-6556.
WHITE MEMORIAL MISSIONARY COLLEGE Distance education, not-for-profit, liberal arts college emphasizing health professions. Seeking general education faculty as well as respiratory therapy instructors. All faculty work from home. Visit www.wmmc.info for more details.
PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST/Physical Therapy Assistant. Our spacious center in Kenai, Alaska, offers a variety of treatment rooms with state-of-the-art pediatric equipment. If you enjoy working together with OT’s and SLP’s, you will love our clinic. Our therapists are creative, skilled and just plain fun. Our atmosphere is light hearted and non-competitive and yet we seek to be and to give our best to our kiddos and families. Competitive salaries and benefits. E-mail resume to kenaikids@acsalaska.net; or call 907-283-2765.
WANTED: Nursing Faculty, Oakwood College Huntsville, Alabama. Three positions available, medical-surgical, critical care, and pediatric nursing, beginning July 1, 2006. Theoretical and clinical instruction in a NLNAC accredited baccalaureate program. Master’s degree in nursing and eligibility for Alabama RN licensure required. Contact Dr. Carol Allen: 256-726-7287; fax 256-726-8338.
SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR It Is Written’s Technical Services Department in Spokane, Wash., is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator. Our preferred candidate has a passion for sharing Christ through technology, more than five years of system administration/programming experience, and a solid understanding of Linux and Open Source. This position will include occasional travel to tend to the technical needs of the ministry. To learn more about this position and/or to apply, please visit www.itiswritten.com/jobs.
IT IS WRITTEN IS SEEKING qualified, mission focused Interactive Designer to fill full-time position in Spokane, Wash. This person must have strong design background and will be responsible for conception, design and implementation of web projects that include new site designs, updating existing sites, and more. For more information, or to submit your résumé, contact Brent Hardinge by e-mail at design@bibleinfo.com. Please include links to your work.
WEIMAR INSTITUTE HAS THE FOLLOWING PERSONNEL NEEDS: executive chef for teaching vegan culinary arts program, maintenance personnel, cafeteria personnel, male massage therapist, women's dean, men's dean, massage therapy instructor (CMT), health education instructors (RN, MPH, MD). All ages considered, volunteers appreciated. Contact Dorothy Potterton: 530-637-4111, ext. 7013.
PLUMBER WANTED for remodel and service. Live on the beautiful north Oregon coast. Work in Cannon Beach, Surf Pines and Seaside. No Sabbath problems. Call us at 503-738-8966.
FAMILY PHYSICIAN POSITION at a single specialty group in semi-rural Skagit County. Currently five doctors with two physician assistants. Looking for one more doctor to start in 2006 or 2007. K–12 Adventist school nearby. One hour north of Seattle. Call Dr. Stickle or Dr. Fish: 360-856-4141; fax CV 360-856-4145.
ARE YOU AN EVANGELISTIC-MINDED ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN with two years electronic education and preferably some experience in this field? Better Life Television needs you. Come to beautiful southern Oregon and use your talents working for the Lord. Send resume to: KBLN, PO Box 766, Grants Pass, OR 97528; or call 877-741-2588.
Event
MARK YOUR CALENDAR Livingstone Adventist Academy Alumni Homecoming will be Nov. 3–4, 2006 at the school. Our theme is “Living a Life of Service.” We need old pictures and memorabilia, for a tribute, by decade, of school history, students, faculty and staff. Please mail your labeled pictures to the school: 5771 Fruitland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301 or e-mail scanned copies to alumni@laa.info. We look forward to seeing you there!
MARANATHA VOLUNTEERS INTERNATIONAL’S 2006 CONVENTION will be held September 29–30, in the Portland, Oregon area. All are invited to attend this inspirational weekend. Featured speakers are Mark Finley, General Vice President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Ron Watts, President of Southern Asia Division; Paul Ratsara, President of Southern Africa-Indian Ocean Division; and Leonel Lozano, President of Ecuador Union Mission. For more information, contact Maranatha Volunteers International at 916-920-1900 or www.maranatha.org.
LAURELWOOD ACADEMY CLASS OF 1951 Come visit old friends at Gleneden Beach, Sept. 10 starting at 10:00. Potluck dinner. For details, contact: Mickey Clifton: 541-459-7442; Gwen Howard 541-496-3018. See you!
For Sale
WORTHINGTON, LOMA LINDA, CEDAR LAKE, AZURE PRODUCT, ETC. Low prices. Auburn Enterprises, Bill and Judy Hoard, 4192 Auburn Rd NE; PO Box 13757, Salem, OR 97309-1757; 503-585-9311; fax 503-585-1805; auburnent@earthlink.net.
T. MARSHALL KELLY MUSIC CDS and Dr. Ben Carson’s book and video set through Brown Sugar & Spice. Also: multicultural children’s books, specializing in TRUE STORIES. Purchase online: www.brownSSbooks.com; 734-729-0501.
NINETEEN FAVORITE GOSPEL SONGS on CD by Vonda Gohl, organist, and Carolyn Krenzier Drury, pianist. $13 including S&H, payable to Woodland Adventist Church. Send to: Gohl, 2416 China Garden Rd, Kalama, WA 98625.
Miscellaneous
EVANGELISM PRIORITY #1: “If there is one work more important than another, it is that of getting our publications before the public, thus leading them to search the Scriptures.” 4T, 390. Get equipped for the job! Call PROJECT: Steps to Christ at 800-728-6872 to learn how: info@projectstc.org; www.projectstc.org.
WANTED: VOLUNTEERS TO THE AMAZON JUNGLES OF PERU. Help build an orphanage and medical clinic. Student, church, medical groups needed. Spanish not required. See our Web site for trip dates. Contact Paul Opp: 509-999-6353; www.PeopleofPeru.org.
FREE MISSION AVIATION STORIES! Send your name, e-mail address and street address to: info@flyawa.org or mail your request to: Adventist World Aviation, Box 251, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. Or, sign up for our free newsletter at www.flyawa.org.
COME TO BEAUTIFUL LONG BEACH, WASHINGTON—the coastal mission field in your backyard! Join our small congregation as we passionately share Jesus with the people on this peninsula. We have a relatively new building, are evangelistically oriented, and are known for being a loving church family. Missionaries, this is your call to service! For more information, contact Pastor Elwood Starr at 503-861-2567 or elwoodandvernas@yahoo.com.
Real Estate
REAL ESTATE BROKER 35+ years experience in residential and commercial properties. Serving King, Pierce Counties and greater Puget Sound area. Mike Van Steenwyk, 5 Star Real Estate Investments, LLC: 253-887-1355; mlvansteenwyk@comcast.net.
WALLA WALLA VALLEY/MILTON FREEWATER REALTOR is experienced and dedicated in helping you locate a new home or sell an existing home. Call Marla Rasmussen at Petersen Properties: 509-386-6502; e-mail marla@petersenproperties.com.
YOUR SW WASHINGTON REALTOR Dedicated professional ready to serve your real estate needs in the greater Vancouver area. Please call David Gasser of Prudential NW Properties at 360-600-9994 or e-mail dgasser@pru-nw.com.
PORTLAND, ORE. AREA REAL ESTATE BROKER and native Portland resident will help you buy or sell your home. Call Tom at Prudential NW Properties: 503-906-1363; e-mail tterry@pru-nw.com; www.TomRTerry.com.
SPOKANE AREA REAL ESTATE. Contact Cloraine to purchase or sell homes or other types of property. Drawing on her 25+ years experience in many market conditions gives her clients excellent service. "I am your Adventist Realtor and I care about you! Exit Real Estate North: 509-701-3173; e-mail cloraine1@msn.com.
MARK V REALTY: Real estate with a personalized touch. Licensed in Washington and Oregon. Visit our Web site www.MarkVRealty.com to see how you can save. Broker/Owner Mark Tessier: 509-386-7890; 722 S College Ave, College Place, Wash.
PUGET SOUND AREA REALTOR, specializing in Pierce and King Counties for all your residential needs. Contact Kimberly Griffin of Century 21 at: 253-229-8238; e-mail kimberly.griffin@century21.com.
ADVENTIST-REALTOR.COM is a nationwide real estate referral service, helping church members and employees to buy and sell homes. Our network of nearly 100 Seventh-day Adventist realtors is ready to serve you. Call us at 888-582-2888 and ask for Linda Dayen. Are you an agent or broker? Call us to participate.
HOUSE FOR SALE near Grants Pass, Ore., in beautiful Williams Valley. Brand new, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, double garage, 1,800-sq.-ft. Five tree-covered level acres. One mile to friendly little church that will welcome you. $385,000. Call Bob: 541-479-9000.
AUGUST ONLY SPECIAL: $10,000! Spangle, Wash. 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, S/W, mobile home. Nice and clean. E-mail prettyquilts@gmail.com; toll-free 877-248-0716, PIN 3113.
3,000-SQ.-FT. HOME ON 20 ACRES: 6-bedrooms, 3.5-bathrooms, 3 decks, family room, tile, hardwood floors, built-ins, more. Colville, Wash., population 5,000. Adventist church and 10-grade school. $349,900. 509-684-1005.
COUNTRY LIVING, 15 sub-dividable acres, tree covered with mountain views. Newer 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. Garden, privacy, easy drive to town. Near Huntsville Ark. Excellent investment. Only $85,000, hurry this will not last. 208-683-8026.
Services
BRAS FOR EVERY WOMAN’S NEED Northwest’s largest selection. Private personal fittings, mail orders welcome. A-Bra Boutique: 2548 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97236; 503-760-3589.
LOOKING FOR A PEACEFUL RETIREMENT VILLAGE? Why wait for heaven. We offer homes, duplexes and apartments in a peaceful, safe Adventist environment in the country. You will be able to develop lasting friendships. Call Bill Norman in Harrah, Okla., at 405-454-6538.
ARE YOU MOVING SOON? Before you rent a U-Haul and do it yourself, check our price and save yourself the hassle. Plan ahead now and reserve a time slot. Fast, direct, and economical. Contact Gary Erhard, Erhard Furniture, 6681 U.S. 31, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; call 269-471-7366, evenings 8-11 pm ET.
ADVENTIST CONTACT Successful computer dating exclusively for Seventh-day Adventists since 1974. Please write: PO Box 5419, Takoma Park, MD 20913-0419 or call 301-589-4440; www.adventistcontact.com.
SINGLE AND OVER 40? The only inter-racial group exclusively for singles over 40. Stay home and meet new friends in USA with monthly newsletters and album. For information, send self-addressed stamped envelope to: ASO-40 and Ebony Choice Adventist Singles, 2747 Nonpareil, Sutherlin, OR 97479.
CHRISTIANSINGLESDATING.COM FREE 14-day trial or AdventistSingles.org! Join thousands of Adventists. Free chat, search, profiles, match notifications! Witnessing through articles, friendships, forums since 1993. Adventist owners. Thousands of successes! Top ranked.
MOVING? Relax! Your move with Apex Moving & Storage will be great! As the single point of accountability, we offer peace of mind for the relocating family or individual. Give us a call and take advantage of a volume-rated discount for Adventists. Call Marcy Dante' at 800-766-1902 or visit us at www.apexmoving.com/adventist/.
INSURANCE • AUTO • HOME • LIFE • BUSINESS Dennis Einerson, Farmers Insurance Group agent, serving Vancouver and Clark County, Wash. Call 360-896-8449; deinerson@farmersagent.com.
FLOWERS ON THE SUNNYSIDE specializing in weddings and events at very reasonable prices. Free consultations by appointment. Call Sue Robley: 503-970-3573 or e-mail suerobley@comcast.net.
CASH FOR USED PRINTER CARTRIDGES Earn up to $4 for each used printer cartridge to be recycled. We even pay postage. Good for the environment and your pocketbook. Great fundraiser for schools, pathfinders or yourself. For information: call 425-697-4465; e-mail recycleandsave@hotmail.com.
EXPERIENCED ADVENTIST ATTORNEY serves greater Seattle area. Practice includes: auto accident/other injury claims; wills, trusts, probate/other estate-planning; real estate; contracts/other business matters and more. John Darrow: 310 Third Ave NE, Suite 116, Issaquah, WA 98027; 425-369-2064; www.adventistlawyer.com.
HAVING PC PROBLEMS? Viruses, spyware, upgrades, installs, or training? Digital photo or Web site help? ON-SITE service for greater Walla Walla Valley. Call Randy Yaw, Pi PC at 509-301-2894.
EXTERIOR REMODELING/SIDING SPECIALIST Cavanaugh’s Construction, Inc., professional results from “a company built on respect.” Full services for new construction and remodels, commercial and residential. Best service, low prices, no salespeople, lifetime labor warranty. Free estimate, 360-687-0017. Washington license #: CAVANCI970MZ.
SINGLES. Introducing Adventists discreetly and confidentially since 1987. We are dedicated to helping singles meet in a comfortable/secure on-line environment. Enjoy chat, message boards, photos, profiles, uplifting articles, much more. We have a personal community for creating relationships from companionship to friendship, romance to marriage. DiscoverChristianSingles.com.
CAPTURE THOSE MEMORIES FOR A LIFETIME with professional portraits from Kight Photography. Call today for an appointment at: Kight Photography, 1410 E Powell, Gresham, OR 97030; 503-667-0937.
BUY CDS/DVDS ONLINE at Morning Song eStore – www.morningsongmusic.org – hundreds of CDs by your favorite artists: Darmody, Micelli, Jorge, Arties, Faith First, Heritage Singers, Christian Edition... The eStore has inspirational, contemporary, southern gospel, and instrumental music. Order online – ship worldwide. Order by phone: 800-621-3059.
PREPAID PHONE CARDS: New/Updated; No connection fee for USA and International countries. Ranges: 1 cent per minute to 2.8 cents. ASI benefit and Christian education. Call L J Plus: 770-441-6022 or 888-441-7688.
DENTAL PLAN: Save up to 80%. $11.95/monthly individual; $19.95/monthly household. Medical plan: $49.95/monthly individual; $59.95/monthly household. Contact Bernie Kammer: 360-253-6758; e-mail berniekammer@aol.com; www.deliveringonthepromise.com/BKammer.
PLANNING AN EVANGELISTIC SERIES or Health Seminar or conducting a SHARE HIM/Global Evangelism series? If you need affordable, professionally-prepared handbills, brochures, supplies, signs, banners and mailing services, call Daphne or Ray: toll-free 800-274-0016; visit www.handbills.org. We offer first rate, on-time service for all your evangelism supply needs.
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SPECIALISTS Clawson Heating and Air Conditioning features quality service and installation. We are an Adventist company meeting all of your heating and cooling needs, including maintenance programs for your homes. 503-618-9646. License #: Oregon, 110307; Washington, CLAWSHA044CE.
FAMILY INSTITUTE, P.C.: in Tigard and Forest Grove, Oregon. Bob Davidson, M.Div., M.Ed., LMFT; Wendy Galambos, M.A., LPC; Ed Eaton, M.S., LPC. Check our Web site for resumes and resources, workshops, intake forms and fees: www.familyinstitute.net; 503-357-9548.
Vacations
GLENEDEN BEACH HOME RENTAL—100 feet to the beach. Excellent view. Complete kitchen. Gas fireplace. Sleeps eight. Beautiful deck with full ocean view. For further information, call: 503-558-8787.
MAUI CONDO—2-bedroom/2-bathroom on beautiful Wailea Beach. Good swimming/snorkeling, shorefront pool, attractively furnished, kitchen, near golf. Visit our Web site at www.hhk207.com or call for brochure: 503-848-3685 or 503-762-0132.
SPEND A FANTASTIC FALL—weekend in beautiful Sunriver. Sunny days, crisp nights and gorgeous fall colors make for a relaxing getaway. Visit www.sunriverunlimited.com for more information or call 503-253-3936.
ARIZONA TOWN HOME—Located near Tucson in Green Valley. Sun, bird watching, retirement community. Great view of Santa Rita Mountains. Beautiful new furniture. Monthly or weekly. Days, 808-881-4406; evenings/weekends, 808-885-5289; e-mail alohafields@hawaiiantel.net.
MAUI—Fully equipped condo, unobstructed ocean and sunset view, sleeps seven. Tennis, pool, across street from surf and beautiful sandy beaches. April thru December 14, seventh day FREE! 360-652-6455 or 425-258-4433.
SUNRIVER RENTALS—Two nicely decorated homes. 3-bedroom, between lodge and mall, sleeps eight; 4-bedroom, sleeps 10. Both fully equipped. Hot tubs. Days, Mon.-Fri., 808-881-4406; evenings/weekends, 808-885-5289; alohafields@hawaiiantel.net.
LINCOLN CITY, ORE.—Luxury beach home rentals located in desirable Roads End Neighborhood. Specializing in new homes only! Spectacular Ocean views, easy beach access, top quality amenities, beautifully furnished, close to restaurants and shops. www.seahavenrentals.com; 541-996-8800.
SUNRIVER—4-bedroom executive home, on North Woodlands golf course. Two master king suites, two queens, two sleepers, one twin, hot tub, three TVs, and VCRs, D/W, M/W, W/D, loft, Jacuzzi bath, gas log, BBQ, bikes, all “lodge amenities,” sleeps 10, no smoking, no pets, includes housekeeping. Contact Wayne Schultz: days 541-475-7188; evenings 541-475-6463.
COLLEGE PLACE LODGING—Completely furnished new units available daily, weekly or monthly. Full kitchens. Sleeps four. Call 509-301-1498 to reserve. View at www.cottagegardens.info.
PALM DESERT, CALIF.—Casa Larrea Inn: small, quiet and quaint in a relaxing atmosphere. One block from the famous El Paseo Blvd. 800-829-1556; casalarrea@dc.rr.com.
LINCOLN CITY—Adorable 2-story English cottage and carriage house. Rent together or separate. Sleeps 10-14. Siletz Bay view from master-bedroom. Around the corner from best beach on central coast. Discount to Gleaner readers. Adventist owned. Upgrades throughout. 541-996-3801. www.bluebaycottage.com.
MAUI OCEANFRONT—10th-floor studio condo for rent. Sleeps four. Well-equipped kitchen and almost all comforts of home. $130/night plus tax. www.sdamall.com to view property. Marge McNeilus: e-mail denmarge@frontiernet.net; 507-374-6747.
FAMILY RAFTING TRIPS—Experience Oregon’s BEST Rivers with professionally guided rafting/fishing trip. Choose from ½-day to10-day wilderness adventures on 10 Oregon Rivers. Vegetarian cuisine upon request. www.andyswildwater.com; call 541-895-4465.
FAMILY REUNION/MORNING SONG—Alaskan Cruise – www.familyreunioncruise.org – Sept. 17–24. Join Family Reunion artists: Darmody, LaMountain, Micelli, Beerman, Faith First, Christian Edition, Del Delker and more! Call Classic Travel 800-266-5211 for FREE packet. Tell them, MORNING SONG sent you when asked!
VACATION ON KAUAI—“The Garden Island” Kahili Adventist School operates a scenic mountain park with various types and sizes of cabins, sleeping 2-6 persons. All have full kitchens complete with pans, utensils, dishes, etc. See pictures and rates at www.kahilipark.org. Reservations: 808-742-9921.
EAGLE CREST CONDO—Redmond, Ore. 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, sleeps six. Beautifully furnished with large deck and great views. Close to golf, tennis, swimming, skiing and horseback riding. Call 360-921-7878.
ADORABLE SUNRIVER RENTAL—Sleeps eight, TV/DVD, high-speed internet, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, wood stove, barbeque, hot tub, seven bicycles, no pets, reasonably priced. Visit www.funinsunriver.com or call 360-577-0711.
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA—Rooms to rent, brand-new. Queen size beds, private entrance, one handicap room. Kitchen/laundry facilities. Internet access. Rates: Sept.–May, $65; June–Aug. $85, per night. All proceeds go to church building fund. 907-230-5751; 907-301-0703.
BEACH HOUSE AT DIAMOND POINT—near Sequim, Wash. Newly remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. Will accommodate up to seven. Call 509-747-7622 for details. Note: Pastor’s reduced rates are available.
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