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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.
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 OTs and SLPs, you will love our clinic. Our therapists are creative, skilled and just plain fun. Our atmosphere is light-hearted and noncompetitive and yet we seek to be and to give our best to our kids and their families. Competitive salaries and benefits. E-mail resume to kenaikids@acsalaska.net; or call 907-283-2765.
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.
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.
ASSOCIATE TREASURER Southeastern California Conference has an opening for Associate Treasurer in the areas of accounting, including financial reporting, conference budget preparation, accounts receivables/payables, payroll functions and church receipting. Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in accounting or business-related area from four-year college or university required. MBA or CPA desirable. Minimum five years related experience required. Contact HR: 951-509-2352.
ASSISTANT TO ADMINISTRATION for Investments and Operations (equivalent to Associate Treasurer classification). Southeastern California Conference has an opening for assistant to the Treasurer, President and Secretary for the Management of Investments, IT and Web Coordinator, special projects, and clergy evaluation. MBA or CPA and pastoral training desired. Minimum 10 years combined experience in investment management, church administration and pastoral ministry desired. Contact HR: 951-509-2352.
BLACK HILLS HEALTH AND EDUCATION CENTER has the following positions open: RN with phlebotomy skills, male and female therapists qualified in massage and hydrotherapy, kitchen assistant and housekeeper. If you’d enjoy ministering to others in a setting that ministers to you, consider joining the BHHEC team in the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota. Contact Dick Nunez: 605-255-4101.
WANTED: Missionary-minded person who loves children to work in Adventist day care in Port Hadlock, Wash. (near Port Townsend). For more information, contact Carol: 360-379-9460 or carol@olympus.net.
Event
MARANATHA VOLUNTEERS INTERNATIONAL 2006 CONVENTION will be held Sept. 29-30, in the Portland, Ore. 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.
WALLA WALLA VALLEY ACADEMY welcomes all Alumni to visit for Alumni Weekend, Oct. 6-8, 2006. Honor classes are '96, '91, '86, '81, '76, '71, '66, '61. Activities start with vespers, Friday 7pm. Guest speaker for worship is Darold Bigger. Visit www.wwva.org to learn more or call 509-525-1050.
For Sale
WORTHINGTON, LOMA LINDA, CEDAR LAKE, AZURE PRODUCT, ETC. Low prices. Auburn Enterprises, Bill and Judy Hoard, 4192 Auburn Road 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.
Miscellaneous
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!! Contact Adventist World Aviation for a free quarterly newsletter. Write Adventist World Aviation, Box 251, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; e-mail info@flyawa.org; or register online 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.
ADVENTIST REVIEW SPECIAL: Answer the call to follow Jesus 24/7. Subscribe to the Adventist Review, the magazine that takes your Christian walk to the next level. Discover a closer relationship with Jesus through the personal testimonies and wisdom of other modern disciples. Order before Oct. 31, 2006, and get a $5 discount. Pay only US $31.95 for 36 issues (one year). Call 800-456-3991; or visit www.AdventistReview.org.
Real Estate
ADVENTIST 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 the U.S. 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 Danté 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.
DENTAL PLAN: Save up to 80 percent. $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, Ore. 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.
READING, SPELLING, AND WRITING TUTOR at Tillamook Adventist School (private) RGCM Multisensory Dyslexic tutor, Orton Gillingham Dyslexic Reading Program. Charge: sliding scale. Contact Roberta Garunder: 503-842-4696; e-mail robmilgoa@oregoncoast.com.
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 Dec. 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 fireplace, 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.
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.
ADORABLE SUNRIVER RENTAL—Sleeps eight, TV/DVD, high-speed Internet, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, wood stove, BBQ, 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.
ANACORTES/ROSARIO BEACH—Beachfront cottage for rent. Private beach and a stunning view. Sleep four. Same view as WWC Marine Station, only better. Call 360-707-2527.
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.
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