Prelude: A string ensemble played “For the Beauty of the Earth,” “There Is a Fountain,” and “He Keeps Me Singing.” A men’s choir followed with “I Will Call Upon the Lord.”
Featured Testimonies: Candy Hall was thankful for the Holy Spirit in her life, which was especially helpful when she was caring for her mother recently, and now leading in their upcoming move to Yakima. Duane Wilson rejoiced that thirty-five years ago, when he was...
Prelude: The orchestra played “There Is a Savior” and “I Sing the Mighty Power of God.” The choir then sang “Where Your Glory Dwells,” with orchestral accompaniment.
First Special: A men’s quartet sang “Promises One by One.”
Scripture Reading: John Musgrave read Matthew 15:22-25.
Last Special: Randy Kaady and Peter Moberg sang “The Lord’s Prayer.”
Sermon: Dave Lambert preached from Matthew 5:1-3, explaining what it means to be poor in Spirit, which includes being humble, dependent on the Lord, free ...
Prelude: The young people’s orchestra played “Do Lord” and “Deep and Wide.” The choir then sang “I Can Call Upon Jesus.”
Featured Testimonies: Catey Hinkle appreciated God’s guidance when she was choosing her courses in high school and college, because she has been able to use the subjects she studied in the Lord’s work. Mackenzie Ewers was thankful the Lord blessed her at the Sacramento special meetings recently. Carter Luka was thankful God saved him...
Following the Sunday evening service on September 30, a reception was held to recognize and thank Darrel and Debbie Lee for their nineteen years of service to the Portland congregation. Light refreshments were provided, including some delicious black and white cookies, as everyone had time to visit and reminisce about all that has happened in the Portland church over the past two decades.
Conversations paused briefly while John Musgrave spoke on behalf of the congregation,...
Prelude:The Serenaders played “He the Pearly Gates Will Open” and “Life’s Railroad to Heaven.” A ladies’ sextet (pictured above) followed by singing “I Will Sing Medley.”
Featured Testimonies: Cliff Paulsen was thankful he yielded his life to the Lord in 1959, and said he has been blessed throughout the years since. Sylvia Phillips shared that many years ago, there was a man who used to testify that he wished the Lord would return that...
Prelude: The orchestra played “I Sing Praises” and “To God Be the Glory.” The choir, accompanied by the orchestra, followed with “Let All the People Sing Praise.”
First Special: A mixed quartet sang “How Deep the Father’s Love for Us.”
Scripture Reading: Clark Wolfe read from Luke 19:1-10.
Last Special: Imelda Nedelcu sang “Saved.”
Sermon: Dave Lambert took his text from Luke 19:1-3, using Zacchaeus as an example of how obedience and a humble attitude are the best way to get...
The monthly youth focus held September 28 began with a dinner of teriyaki chicken and rice, and freshly fried churros for dessert. One of the youth ministers ate an impressive eight churros! There was no contest to eat the most churros, but if there had been, he certainly would have been the clear winner. Following the meal, the group played a version of musical chairs that involved racing across the room to get a...
Ed Habre (pictured above) taught the tenth session of the Living Holy series titled “Holiness in Purpose.” He began by defining the word purpose, explaining that it means “resolve or firmness of intent.” His opening text, 1 Peter 2:9, gives a clear example of how purpose relates to holiness. It says, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of...
Prelude: Katia Fedosov played a cello solo including “We Have Come into His House” and “How Majestic Is Your Name.” Joe and Josh Friesen (pictured above) followed, singing “I Won’t Turn Back.”
Featured Testimonies: Trina Ruiz said she specifically wanted to express her gratitude for salvation, which is her biggest blessing. LaDonna Monk thanked those who have prayed for her family during the difficult time of realizing her mother will not be with them much...