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Adult Care
BE INDEPENDENT, SAFE, SECURE! Florida Living Retirement Community. Apartments/rooms for lease, 13.5 acres near Orlando, Fla. Hospitals, medical clinics nearby, vegetarian cuisine, church on premises, transportation and housekeeping available, walking path, pool, activities, 3ABN, Hope TV. When it comes to you, everything matters to us! 407-862-2646, 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
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.
WANTED: Missionary minded person who loves children to work in Adventist daycare in Port Hadlock, Washington (near Port Townsend). For more information, contact Carol: 360-379-9460 or carol@olympus.net.
RN’S PHYSICAL THERAPISTS, Occupational Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, and Managers are invited to join the caring team at Howard Memorial Hospital, Willits, Calif. The hospital is part of Adventist Health and has high patient and staff satisfaction, with low turnover of health care professionals. Willits is located 36 miles east of the Mendocino coast and is known as the gateway to the Redwoods. Call Julie Harris: 707-456-3015; Web site www.HowardHospital.com.
SEEKING mission minded director for new daycare facility. West Plains Missouri. Come be part of impacting children for the kingdom. Join a team with a GOD sized vision: 417-372-1875; cwiles@townsqr.com.
GROWING ADVENTIST COMPANY located in Western Washington is seeking candidate(s) to fill the following positions. Dump Truck Driver: CDL required. Experienced pup-trailer and transfers. Experience hauling heavy equipment a plus. Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Welder experience desired, CDL a plus. Interested parties are encouraged to send their resume and letter of interest to: RCA, PO Box 896, Auburn WA 98071.
PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE seeks full-time faculty for Associate Degree Nursing Program in Mental Health Nursing, (Theory and Clinical). One year minimum teaching experience; three years experience as RN; current California RN licensure; and minimum of Masters in Nursing. Send application, which is available at: (http://www.puc.edu/PUC/directory/forms/PUCEmploymentApp.pdf), letter of introduction, curriculum vitae and three current references for 2007-08 academic year to: Human Resources, Pacific Union College, One Angwin Avenue, Angwin, CA 94508; e-mail hr@puc.edu; or fax 707-965-6400.
ANDREWS UNIVERSITY SEEKS Assistant-Full Professor of Music: Coordinator of Piano Studies to begin July 1, 2007. Earned doctoral degree in piano performance preferred. Evidence of a successful career as pianist and teacher. For details: http://www.andrews.edu/HR. Submit resume to Carlos Flores, Department of Music, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 49104-0022.
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.
Event
EXCLUSIVELY FOR HOME SCHOOLERS: You are personally invited to preview Union College in Lincoln, Neb., during Home School Sneak Peek, April 26-29. It’s FREE (call for details). Experience Union’s unique spirit. Reserve your place today. Call 800-228-4600 or e-mail gofar@ucollege.edu or visit www.ucollege.edu/sneakpeek.
ADVENTIST HERITAGE WEEDEND one of six being held around the US, the faith-affirming weekend will be held at Portland's Sunnyside Church March 9-10, 2007, beginning Friday evening at 7 pm. Special guests include, James Nix, director of the Ellen G. White Estate in Silver Spring, Md., Thomas Neslund, President of Adventist Heritage Ministry and Bill Knott, editor of the Adventist Review. As part of the Sabbath afternoon program, Portland Adventist Academy's drama team, Elbow Room Theatre, will present a skit. All are welcome. For more information: sue.patzer@nw.npuc.org.
ENJOY VEGFEST 2007, Healthy Vegetarian Food Festival hosted by Vegetarians of Washington at the Seattle Center’s Exhibition Hall Sat./Sun., March 24-25, 10 am to 6 pm. Many Adventists are participating as sponsors, speakers, food demonstrators, and guests. Sign up individually or in groups to volunteer for a 4-hour shift and receive free admission and t-shirt. Otherwise admission is $5 for adults, children 12 and under free. Check out www.vegofwa.org or call 206-706-2635 for details.
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.
AUTHENTIC, ENGAGING, TRANSFORMING! Don’t miss the new General Youth Conference special offer: A 5-CD collection for only US $16.95 featuring C.D. Brooks, Samuel Pipim, David Asscherick, Michael Hasel, and Jeffrey Rosario. Many other powerful CD selections available. Call 800-233-4450; visit/order at: www.americancassette.org.
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.
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.
CHRISTIAN TALK WEBSITE www.homehomehome.com. Please visit. Talk to families, friends and visitors. Jesus will come soon! We will go our heavenly home soon!
WANTED: SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER VOLUNTEERS TO THE AMAZON JUNGLES OF PERU. Help build a foster crisis center and run free medical clinics. Student, church, medical groups needed. Spanish not required. See our Web site for trip dates. Contact Paul Opp: u4peru@aol.com; www.peopleofperu.org.
JUST $25/MONTH can send a child in India to an Adventist school. It pays for tuition, housing, food, clothes and medical care. An official project of Southern Asia Division of Seventh-day Adventist Church. Choose a child: www.adventistchildindia.org; 888-ACI-TELL (224-8355); childcare@sud-adventist.org.
CHINA IS OPENING UP! Help build a Government approved Adventist church and school in China. For more information, please call Education Projects International, Inc,: 2-8-467-9009.
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.
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 Windermere Real Estate: 509-386-6502; e-mail marlar@windemere.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.
PORTLAND, ORE. AREA Real Estate Broker and native Portland resident will list your home or help you find your next home or Investment Property. Call Tom Terry at Prudential NW Properties: 503-906-1363; e-mail tterry@pru-nw.com; www.TomRTerry.com.
ADVENTIST REALTOR IN SW WASHINGTON: Dedicated professional ready to serve your real estate needs in Clark/Cowlitz/Skamania Counties and Portland Metro. Call David Gasser of Prudential Northwest Properties: 360-600-9994; or www.davidgasser.com.
WALK TO BEACH from well-maintained large Victorian home on easy care double historic Seaview, Wash., 4-bedroom, 2-bathrooms, country kitchen, numerous cupboards and closets, fireplace, wrap-around porch, attached double garage, updated electric, plumbing and roof. Spring sale price, $287,500: 360-887-3140.
FOR RENT: Spotlessly clean secluded scenic country dwelling. 2,000-sq.-ft., half hour to Lewiston, Idaho. Furnished or unfurnished prefer retired Adventists. Fruit, gardening, walnuts, timber, stream. Closest church 20 minutes: 208-486-7470.
FOR SALE Hillside home, 1.89 acres, friendly rural community near Umpqua River, one mile from Milo Adventist Academy; 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, den, rock fireplace in family room, vaulted ceiling in living room, garage, $245,000: 541-825-3405.
FOR SALE: 1986, 43,000-sq.-ft., fully contained facility for 120 individuals. School, independent or dependent living, lifestyle, etc., 4+ acres. See at www.listings.loopnet.com/14846397 or call 903-278-5388.
INVESTMENT HOMES: All zoned R60 with buildable lots, 509-301-1325 or 509-525-1828: College Place: A. Newly remodeled 3,400-sq.-ft. home/apartments. Three-levels with 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom each level. Fenced backyard. 1/3 acre next WWC. $299K. B. Triplex, 1,000-sq.-ft. 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units, 13,000 sq.-ft. lot adjacent WWC. $295K. Walla Walla: Completely remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 1,100 sq.-ft. 8,460 sq.-ft. lot, nearer WWC. $155K.
FOR SALE: Portland Ore., area home on 23 private acres. Nice 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1800+-sq.-ft. with full basement as garage/shop. Only 10 minutes to shopping area. See details at http://home.comcast.net/~12955info/; call 218-760-1221.
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 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.
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/.
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.
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.
IF YOU ARE AN ADVENTIST LEGAL PROFESSIONAL – lawyer, judge or law student, check out register at the Web site provided for you by the GC Office of General Counsel: www.adventistlawyer.com. Looking for an Adventist Lawyer? This site may be helpful for you.
BEEN BURNED? Lost money in bad investments, loans, you name it! We recover money. Don’t put good money after bad. No cost without results! Contact Jack Baughter: 509-966-0359; fax 509-966-0482; jbat22863@aol.com.
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.
ADVENTIST HOME REMODELING CONTRACTOR in the Portland area, available for your bathroom and kitchen remodels needs. Diverse skills include repairs, painting, light plumbing and electrical. Licensed and bonded for the last 15 years in Portland. Call Ted Diversified Construction and Remodeling, CCB #79006: 971-533-6777.
VEGE FOOD TO YOUR DOOR order 10 cans of Loma Linda or Worthington vege food and have it shipped to you for $39.95. US shipping included. Other products also available. Visit our Web site at www.darralsnaturalfoods.com or call 800-956-6089.
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.
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.
SUNRIVER—Take a spring break in beautiful Sunriver, Ore. Sunny days and abundant wildlife make our Quelah condo the place to lose those winter blues. Visit www.sunriverunlimited.com or call 503-253-3936.
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.
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.
LINCOLN CITY—Adorable 2-story English cottage and carriage house. Rent together or separate. Sleeps 10. Siletz Bay view from master-bedroom. Around the corner from best beach on central coast. Discount to Gleaner readers. Adventist owned. Upgrades throughout. 866-800-0338. www.skyshine.biz.
MT. HOOD—3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home. Sleeps 10 (3 doubles, 4 twin). Near ski areas, Columbia River, orchards and Hood River. Fully equipped. 360-376-6890; 541-490-5332; 4dmilam@orcasonline.com.
MAUI OCEANFRONT—10 th floor studio condo for rent. Sleep four. Well-equipped kitchen, Almost all comforts of home. $130/night plus tax. www.goingmaui.com/McNeilus to view property. E-mail denmarge@frontiernet.net; Marge McNeilus, 507-374-6747.
CLASSIC PANAMA CANAL CRUISE—15-days, Sept. 29-Oct. 14, Los Angeles to Miami on the new luxurious Norwegian Pearl. Only $1,299. Free brochure. Call 707-965-2971.
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