The Seaside church was ready to become a vibrant Christian community, ready to be a beacon of hope in the community, and ready to build a new church. But, they didn’t realize any of that until January of 2016 when Elder Bill Smith arrived as their “interim” pastor.

This month, the Oregon Conference says goodbye to two department coordinators.

“I’ve already had three people welcome me, and this place already feels like home.”

That’s how folks feel Sabbath afternoon when they worship with Boots 'n Bibles at the Gateway Seventh-day Adventist Church on the edge of Grants Pass, Oregon.

“We served 1,794 patients in the last year,” said executive director Sue Neal, “and this income will make it possible for us to serve even more in the coming year.”

Portland Adventist Community Services (PACS) announced earlier this week that Laura Pascoe has accepted an offer to become the next executive director of the organization.

October 17-19, Northwest communication students and professionals received national recognition at the annual Society of Adventist Communicators convention.

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Upper Columbia Conference (UCC) selected Dustin Jones to serve as their next communication director.