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Adult Care

SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING AVAILABLE at Weimar Institute. Nestled in the beautiful and tranquil foothills of the Sierra Nevada is Weimar Health Center that can accommodate the needs of Seniors for healthful living. Medical clinic and other natural remedies are readily available on site. Acute care hospital services are 10 minutes away in Auburn. Call 530-422-7933 for more information.

ADVENTIST OWNED AND RUN ADULT FAMILY HOME expected to open in Washington's beautiful Tri-Cities in January 2008. Easy driving from Walla Walla and Yakima. Come enjoy a homey, Christian atmosphere and homemade vegetarian diet. Call 509-545-5245.

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.

D&R MOTORS in Enterprise, Oregon, offers new Ford, Mercury, Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and GMC cars and trucks at tremendous savings. We have an extensive used vehicle inventory, and we are also dealers for the Crossroads line of RV trailers and the GEM electric cars. Please give us a call at 800-433-0702 and talk with Dennis Burt or Doug Crow for your automotive needs.

Employment

PRACTICE DENTISTRY in rural southern Washington, the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Seeking younger dentist to share our busy practice with. K-10 Adventist school and churches nearby. Country living with opportunities for service, unlimited outdoor recreation, and a great climate. For more information, phone 509-493-1463 evenings.

REMNANT PUBLICATIONS HIRING Full-time positions open: General Manager, Sales, Professionals, Webmaster, Video Engineer, Script Writer for Television Series, and Experienced Pressman. Submit resumes to: jobs@remnantpublications.com; or send Remnant Publications, Attn: HR Department, 649 East Chicago Rd, Coldwater MI 49036.

DENTAL PROFESSIONAL NEEDED Exceptional opportunity for a quality applicant to join our large fee for service dental practice in Frederick, Maryland. Applicant must be competent and productive in all aspects of comprehensive dental care. Six figure starting salary with 401k, pension and profit sharing. Excellent opportunity for higher income and equity position as potential future partner. Wonderful area to raise a family with many churches and schools near by. For more information, contact, Dr. Peter J. Trepper, Kershner & Trepper Dental Associates: 301-667-8600; www.KTDental.com. Fax resumes to: 301-371-9533.

CPA FIRM LOOKING FOR CONTINUATION PARTNER. Stable service oriented practice, concentration in tax and write-up. Rural academic community, with choice of schools and churches. $275K gross, terms available. Contact: rdrcpa@ameritech.net, use manager in subject line; or Manager, PO Box 246, Berrien Springs, MI 49103-0246.

LIFESTYLE EDUCATION, located in Chico, Calif., is seeking dedicated medical missionary workers including Bible worker, a person knowledgeable in raw vegan cuisine, and an experienced sales person. Please submit your resume to: lifestyle.education@gmail.com; or call 530-872-3779.

ANDREWS UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT SEEKS FACULTY beginning July 2008 or sooner. Responsible for teaching courses in Communication. Earned Masters is required and Doctorate preferred. At least 2 years teaching experience preferred, but not required. Adventists apply online at www.andrews.edu/HR/emp_jobs.html.

FLORIDA HOSPITAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES seeks a full-time Assistant Program Director for the Nurse Anesthesia Dept., beginning March 1, 2008. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia (Doctorate preferred) and three years clinical experience. Send resumes to: Dr. Kathleen Wren, Chair Nurse Anesthesia Dept., FHCHS, 671 Winyah Drive, Orlando, FL 32803; e-mail kathleen.wren@fhchs.edu.

SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks Composition Coordinator to teach several freshman writing classes per semester, to schedule and staff composition sections, and to advise Writing across the Curriculum. Top candidate will hold a Ph.D. in rhetoric, have a record of successful teaching, show commitment to integrating faith and learning, demonstrate strong organizational/leadership ability, and be a Seventh-day Adventist Church member in good standing. Please send CV to: Jan Haluska, English Department Coordinator, PO Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370; or haluska@southern.edu.

SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY School of Education and Psychology (SEP) seeks full-time professor in School Counseling. Graduation from a CACREP-accredited program/ internship preferred. Duties include teaching graduate-/undergraduate-level courses and supervising graduate-level practica and internships, faculty responsibilities, including student advisement. The successful candidate will be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Qualified applicants should submit transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: Denise Dunzweiler, Dean, PO Box, 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370; or denise@southern.edu.

SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks Embedded Systems Professor for School of Computing. Master's degree required, doctorate preferred, in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science with embedded systems experience. Responsibilities include teaching embedded systems and electronics courses, academic advisement, and professional development activities. Experience in teaching higher education a plus. The successful candidate will be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Direct CVs or requests for more information to Dr. Richard Halterman, Dean of the School of Computing: halterman@southern.edu; or The School of Computing, PO Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370.

COMPUTER GRAPHICS ARTIST for Prophecy Graphics project. Need examples of work. charleys@charleyssnyder.com; 253-272-7229.

PROJECT PATCH, an accredited Christian therapeutic residential treatment facility for at-risk youth, seeks applicants for position of Juvenile Counselor. Minimum of Master's degree in related field. Experience required. For more information, visit www.projectpatch.org or contact Chuck Hagele at chagele@projectpatch.org. Send resume to PO Box 450, Garden Valley, ID 83622.

BEAUTIFUL SOUTHERN OREGON OPPORTUNITY Urgent! Need Electronics Technician, RF communications experience. Expanding, immediate need. Call Ron 541-474-3098; send resume to Better Life Television, PO Box 766, Grants Pass, OR 97528.

Event

COME AND SHARE THE WARMTH OF THE SEASON as the "Men of Kirkland" present their 7th Annual Christmas Evensong, Dec. 15, 4 pm in the Kirkland Adventist Church, 6400 108th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033.

MASTER STORYTELLER DICK DUERKSEN, Buffet Brunch and Book Signing. Join us Sunday, Dec. 9 from 10 am to 12 noon with inimitable entertainer Dick Duerksen for the latest and greatest stories from around the Maranatha planet! Enjoy a scrumptious buffet brunch. Proceeds will benefit the Mozambique Mission project in May 2008. Auburn City Adventist Church, 402 29th Street SE, Auburn, WA 98002. RSVP to Alice: 253-833-7910.

PSAA'S IMPACT CHORALE PRESENTS their annual Christmas Dramatic Musical, directed by Mr. Estyn Goss. Dec. 1, 4 pm at the Kirkland Adventist Church. For more information, call Juliette: 425-828-7888.

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.

WIN SOULS I have 9 used Signs Boxes for sale. Call Gary at 509-522-1375 or 509-525-2951 ext. 122.

Miscellaneous

ADVENTIST BUYING U.S. COIN COLLECTIONS. Silver Dollars, Gold, Proof Sets, Accumulations, Estates. Will travel. All transactions confidential. Immediate payment. Also selling. Call Scott at 208-859-7168 or 208-939-8654 and leave message.

WANTED VOLUNTEERS FOR PERU Spring break in the Amazon. Churches, Schools, Medical Groups, Anytime between March-July 2008. Peopleofperu.org/U4Peru@aol.com; phone 208-459-8252.

NEEDED: The Quiet Hour is looking for a diesel powered sailboat, 45-55 foot, for medical work in remote Solomon Islands. Contact Michael Porter or Charlene West at The Quiet Hour: 800-900-9021 ext. 116 or 111 respectively.

Real Estate

ADVENTIST REAL ESTATE BROKER 35+ years experience, residential and commercial. Serving King, Pierce Counties and greater Puget Sound. Mike Van Steenwyk, owner, 5 Star Real Estate Investments, LLC: 253-887-1355; mlvansteenwyk@comcast.net; www.5starinvestllc.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.

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.

CHRISTIANHOMEFINDERS.COM (formerly Adventist-Realtor.com) is a nationwide real estate referral service, assisting church members and employees in the process of buying or selling homes. We have a network of nearly 300 Seventh-day Adventist realtors ready to serve you. Call Linda Dayen at 888-582-2888 or go to www.ChristianHomeFinders.com. More realtors are welcome!

SUTHERLIN, ORE. Karsten 2005 mobile home for sale, 3-bedroom/2-bathroom in lovely 55+ park. Nice friendly church with school nearby, also stores. Clubhouse on premises. $69,000. Call 541-580-8085.

HOME ON 5 QUIET ACRES 1/2 acre fenced with orchard. 20 miles from Spokane, Wash. 1,750-sq.-ft. home with fully finished 1,250-sq.-ft. garage/shop beneath. Call 509-434-8380/8381.

Services

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 US 31, Berrien Springs, MI 49103; call 269-471-7366, evenings 8-11 pm E.T.

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.

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/.

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.darrowlawfirm.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.

INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES OR FAMILIES IN CRISIS Are struggles tearing you apart? WE CAN HELP. Bible based counseling. Help from others who have been there. Tailored to fit your needs. Call Jamie Gavin, PhD, MPH: 509-522-1438; 866-522-1438.

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.

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, 173219; Washington, CLAWSHA931BW.

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.

MVA CONSTRUCTION, INC. Specializes in flatwork, driveways, paving stones, stamped concrete, foundations, garages, decks, patios, walls, stucco, masonry, landscaping, sprinkler systems to new lawns, waterfalls. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Call 503-757-6719 for free estimate.

PLANNING AN EVANGELISTIC SERIES OR HEALTH SEMINAR? Have questions? Need affordable, professionally prepared handbills, brochures, signs, banners, and mailing services? Call Daphne or Cynthia, free at 800-274-0016 or visit www.handbills.org. You deserve the best with confidence and peace of mind. Your friends at Hamblin's HOPE deliver-on time!

SINGLE AND OVER 40? The only inter-racial group exclusively for Adventist singles over 40. Stay home and meet new friends in USA with monthly newsletters and album. For information, send large self-addressed stamped envelope to: ASO-40, 2747 Nonpareil, Sutherlin, OR 97479.

CUSTOM MADE WEDDING INVITATIONS and programs, baby shower invitations and announcements and party invitations designed especially for you. For a free consultation, e-mail desdesigns@excite.com.

YOUR DREAM IN WOOD I am a custom furniture craftsman with over 40 years experience. Let me custom craft your dream furniture; church, office, home. Visit us at www.yourdreaminwood.com. 503-913-6233.

INSURANCE AGENTS Serving Portland and SW Washington. Specializes in: Medicare Plans, HAS. Individual health with special plans for non-smokers, Long Term Care, and Life. Call us about the $0 premium Medicare plan we offer. John Rebman 503-357-8007; Barbara Polimeni 360-263-2781.

WOULD YOU LIKE ADVENTIST TELEVISION? No monthly fees! Satellite equipment and installation for only $349. Servicing Portland/Salem and Central Oregon Coast. Satellite Junction LLC, CCB# 178984 Licensed, Bonded, Insured. 503-263-6137.

Vacations

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.

FIND YOUR WINTER WONDERLAND IN SUNRIVER, OREGON—Make our Quelah condo the starting point for great relaxation or your favorite winter activity. 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; casalarreainn@aol.com.

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.

GOLD BEACH OCEAN FRONT RENTAL—Luxury beach home and townhouse located at prestigious Sabastian Shores: 3-bedroom unit (#16) fully equipped with Jacuzzi, can sleep up to 6; 2-bedroom unit (#8) fully equipped with loft and jacuzzi, sleeps up to 6. Contact Missy Hartman: 888-807-6483; 541-247-6700.

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. See pictures and rates at www.kahilipark.org. Reservations: vacation@kahilimtnparks.com; 808-742-9921.

BEACH FRONT VACATION RENTAL—near Sequim, Washington on the Straits of Juan de Fuca. Beach just out your front door. Fully-equipped, luxurious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sleeps up to six people. Call Maxine at 509-747-7622. Two-night minimum.

ISRAEL TOUR 2008—Join Pastor and Mrs. Daniel Knapp, February 11-20, 2008, Bible Lands tour of Israel! 10-days for $1,998.00 round trip from JFK airport New York City, 5-day optional Egypt extension tour is an additional $798.00. Five star hotels. Luxury air-conditioned tour buses. Call 509-442-4444 for a brochure. Mail inquiries to: Pastor Daniel D. Knapp Sr., 161 Dury Ln, Cusick, WA 99119.

BOZEMAN, MONT.—Silver Fox Hideaway, studio lodging, 1-week minimum, $350/week. Sleeps two, non-smoking, country setting, 30 minutes from Bridger Bowl, 80-90 minutes from Big Sky, easy airport access. Call 406-595-2340.

CABO SAN LUCAS VACATION RENTAL—Newly built and furnished coastal villa overlooking Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. 3-bedroom, 2 ½-bathroom with marble floors and ocean view. Two king-size beds and two twin-beds. Full kitchen (with dishwasher) living and dining room. Enjoy A/C or open large sliding doors with large veranda. 24-hour gate security with community pool and BBQ area. Located 5 minutes from downtown and 4 blocks from Costco. Secluded for great relaxation, yet close to all activities. For special rates and reservations, call Brent Hardy: 805-207-7084.

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