She is clothed with strength and dignity;

she can laugh at the days to come.

She speaks with wisdom,

and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

-Proverbs 31:25-26

TOUCHES OF INTEREST

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Ministry Placement Board Report (first reading).
The following individuals have agreed to serve as elders:

Larry Aamodt Kathy Dybdahl
Terrie Aamodt Paul Dybdahl
Beverly Archer Allan Fisher
Aileen Bauer Mathilde Frey (new)
Carl Bauer Alba Grajales
Beverly Beem Henning Guldhammer
Brant Berglin Pat Gustin
Darold Bigger Volker Henning (new)
Lois Blackwelder Deanne Hoehn
Kellie Bond Rob Holm
Susan Bungard Marshall Keymer
Holly Carpenter Joyce Lang
Schuan Carpenter Mel Lang
Betsy Claridge Pedrito Maynard-Reid
Rick Claridge Walt Meske
Jessica Coffee Phil Muthersbaugh
Carl Cosaert Paul Richardson
John Cress Steve Rose
Pam Cress Kraig Scott
Loren Dickinson Dave Thomas
Jeff Dietrich Alden Thompson
Greg Dodds Don Veverka
Cliff Dolph Ken Wiggins
Jon Dybdahl Susan Willard

Dr. Terrence Roberts, one of the Little Rock Nine, will be the keynote speaker for the 2019 Donald Blake Center Conference. You are invited on Thursday, April 11 at 7pm to hear Dr. Roberts' talk “Lessons from Little Rock”, in the University Church sanctuary.

Jim Libby from Anchorage, AK, the brother of University Church member Lauri Rootvik, was killed in a motorcycle accident in Baja, California on March 10. He was part of a large and growing family, and often led dentistry teams in various world fields. He is survived by his wife, Pam, and sons Justin and Landon, both graduates of Walla Walla University.

Kenneth Ladd, the husband of Jackie Ladd and father of Lisa Comeau and Michael Ladd, died in Burlington, VT on March 10. He worked in financial administration for the SDA church for over 40 years. A memorial service will be scheduled in College Place later this spring.

Pearl “Pat” Crabtree, mother of David Crabtree, died on Friday, March 1. A private memorial service is planned for early April. We invite you to remember the Crabtree family in your prayers.

Walla Walla Valley Academy is looking forward to the 2019-2020 school year and wants to invite you to join our school family. Applications for the new school year are available online at wwva.org/apply. If you have questions, please join our teachers and staff for engaging Academic Festivals on April 25 at Rogers Adventist School and on May 15 at Milton-Stateline Adventist School. For more information, please contact Betty L. Farley at 509.525.1050.

Are you an Andrews University alum? Or are you a student considering attending Andrews University? Come for a complimentary dinner hosted by Andrews at its Walla Walla regional event on Sunday, March 24 at 6pm at Courtyard Marriott Walla Walla, 550 West Rose Street. Network with Andrews alums, enjoy a delicious meal, and hear the latest news from Andrews University. Reserve your spot (it’s free!) at alumni.andrews.edu/rsvp or at 269.471.3591, alumni@andrews.edu. We hope to see you there!

All are welcome to join our University Church prayer meeting each Wednesday at 7pm in Heubach Chapel. The group will view a part of the current week’s Sabbath School lesson in Ranko Stefanovic’s, “Revelation of Jesus Christ”video.

Rogers Adventist School Early Registration is open! Both new and current students are eligible to pay enrollment fees for the 2019-20 school year.
Early: $175 (March 1-31); Regular: $225 (April 1-June 9); Summer: $250 (June 10 and after). Current students are guaranteed a seat in classrooms until March 31. Starting April 1, open seats are available to new students. Contact Holley Bryant at holley.bryant@rogersschool.org with questions.

La Sierra University is in search of a new president; a leader who is passionate about the distinctive culture of a liberal arts university on a campus rich with ethnic, cultural and religious diversity. The La Sierra University Presidential Search Committee requests recommendations or applications for this position to be sent to:presidentialsearch@lasierra.edu.  To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by March 31, 2019. Click here for additional information and requirements.

AMEN NW Conference - May 9-11
Register now for the 2019 AMEN NW Conference. The Master Plan: Forgiveness & Healing May 9-11, 2019 at the Upper Columbia Conference in Spokane. Keynote speaker Dr. Mark Sandoval will present a series entitled “The Law of Life.” Endocrinologist Dr. Hana Kahleova will share up-to-date research on diabetes and the effects of a plant-based diet. This conference is for all health care providers, pastors, Bible workers, and health ministries leaders. Visit www.uccsda.org/AMEN2019 for more information and to register.

Find ways to Build up the Family at Camp Meeting - June 19-22, 2019 
Reserve your lodging for Upper Columbia Conference camp meeting. The main speakers this year are Randy Roberts, senior pastor of the Loma Linda University Adventist Church and Sung Kwon, director of the North American Division Adventist Community Services. The early morning session will focus on the family with Claudio Consuegra. Your whole family will be spiritually blessed as we seek to build up the family of God. Seminars on how to reach missing members, how to reverse diabetes, biblical truths and training our children are just some of the topics. Invite your new members and interests!  Go to: https://www.uccsda.org/campmeeting to register.

Volunteer At UCC Camp Meeting
Thank you to those who called. We still need volunteers for first aid, shuttle drivers, media at the big tent, signing for the hearing impaired and seminar assistants. Don't delay, save your spot to volunteer. Camp Meeting is June 19 to 22, 2019 at Upper Columbia Academy. To volunteer at camp meeting contact campmeeting@uccsda.org.  All volunteers must be screened through "Verified Volunteers." Start the Screening process here: https://www.uccsda.org/volunteer

Summer Camp Discount For Oshkosh Attendees
Summer camp is coming and we are excited for an amazing summer. Oshkosh also happens towards the end of summer 2019. We would like every Pathfinder to be able to attend both Oshkosh and Camp MiVoden summer camp. So if you are going to Oshkosh and want to be at camp we will give you $100 discount in addition to other discounts for being at Oshkosh, (amount will not be great than the cost of camp). You must bring /send a copy of your Oshkosh ticket for the discount. Questions please call 509-242-0506 or email – denisek@uccsda.org.

Family Camp 3 - August 14-17
Have you wanted to come to Camp MiVoden but cannot stay the whole week? Well, Family 3 is the camp for you. We are excited for the New Family 3 camp that we added for summer 2019. It is a half week of camp from August 14 at 7 p.m. to August 18 at Noon. You will get 2 ½ days of activities during your stay and enjoy our wonderful Sabbath and campfires. $195 for adults and $165 for children 6-16. You can register online at www.mivoden.com. Any questions or assistance please call 509-242-0506 or email – denisek@uccsda.org

Camp MiVoden is looking for volunteer medical staff for two youth camps and family camps during the Summer of 2019. Your children get to attend a youth camp for free or your family attend for free during family camp in exchange for your services. We need the medical staff to be either a Licensed Registered Nurse and/or Doctor. Contact Denise Kinney at 509.242.0506 or denisek@uccsda.org

Outreach Coordinators Needed 
Are you looking to make a difference for God?  Are you interested in leading others to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ?  We are seeking committed men and women to serve as Outreach Coordinators in all of our church districts.
What is an Outreach Coordinator?  The position is a blend of community Bible work and member equiper and trainer.  In partnership with the pastor, they are the outreach leader for the church with the responsibility of fostering an evangelistic culture.
Want to know more? Check out the job description and then pray about whether or not God May be leading you into this kind of ministry. https://www.uccsda.org/jobs

UCA Academy Days - April 11-12
All students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 11 are welcome to come and check out Upper Columbia Academy. This overnight event will give you information about UCA, the chance to participate in a knowledge bowl and tour the campus. You will meet students and make new friends. Contact Donivan Andregg at 509-245-3680 or donivan.andregg@ucaa.org. Flyer: https://l.uccsda.org/UCAAcademyDay2019

Revelation Weekend Seminar - April 19-20 
Dr. Ranko Stefanovic, renowned theologian, author, and educator of New Testament studies will be giving a weekend seminar on the book of Revelation. April 19, 20 there will be a Friday evening presentation at 7 p.m, Sabbath church service, and a Saturday afternoon presentation at 2 p.m. following potluck. All meetings are held at the Moscow, Idaho, SDA church (1015 W C St, Moscow, ID 83843) All are welcome to attend.

Free Estate Planning
Interested in creating a Will, as well as power of attorney and other estate planning documents?  Free estate planning is offered as a service of the Upper Columbia Conference Trust Dept. for UCC members.  We help you take care of family, and just ask that you have a desire to make a significant difference in some way connected with Upper Columbia Conference (evangelism, your local church or school, etc.).  For more information, or to arrange an appointment next time a representative is in your area, please contact Andrew McCrary at 509.242.0472 or E-mail AndrewM@uccsda.org.

Attend the Digging Deeper Retreat, a spiritual retreat for young adults & young families in their 20s–40s, May 17–19 at Camp MiVoden. There will be times of worship & music, powerful messages, good food, hiking & canoeing. Our keynote speaker, Michael Kelly, will lead us in digging deeper into the theme, Authentic Faith. Children’s program for ages 4–10 years, childcare for ages 18 months to 3 years, and a mother’s room for infants will be provided at the retreat. Scholarships available. For more information visit: www.DiggingDeeperRetreat.com.

Rosario Singles Retreat with Pastor Ofa Langi and sponsored by the Washington Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is April 4-7. Come enjoy the coastal beauty of Rosario and the breaking waves on the beach. Registration will be available by mid February. Mark it on your calendar now. For more information, visit https://goo.gl/qYAYNs

For over 75 years, Wildwood Lifestyle Center has helped people not only stop disease progression, but also naturally reverse it. The 11-day and 25-day programs provide patients with the life they were always meant to live, both physically, mentally and spiritually. Call us for your healing not only for your illnesses, but also for your soul 1-800-634-9355 or visit our website at wildwoodhealth.com.

Save the date for special guest speaker, Jennifer Woody, for the one–day Women’s and Young Women’s Retreat Sabbath, May 4, at the UCC Conference Center. Special features for the day include floral designer, DelJean Benton, and musical group, Rejoice Trio.

Free estate planning is offered as a service of the Upper Columbia Conference Trust Department for UCC members. They help you take care of family, and just ask that you have a desire to make a significant difference in some way connected with Upper Columbia Conference (evangelism, your local church or school, etc.). For more information, or to arrange an appointment next time a representative is in your area, please contact Andrew McCrary at 509.242.0472 or e-mail AndrewM@uccsda.org

THANK YOU to those of you who have registered to volunteer for the Love Heals Walla Walla free clinic event on April 18 and 19! Additional volunteers are still needed in several areas including: dental (dentists, hygienists, assistants and sterilization/central supply), massage/PT/OT/chiropractors, and hospitality (greeters/patient escorts). Limited licensure is available for out-of-state and retired practitioners. Text “loveheals” to 55222 for a link to register or visit lovehealswallawalla.org. Volunteer registration will be open through Sunday, March 10.

The Winter Quarter pulpit series at the University Church is entitled “Wise Guys.” Each Sabbath, a variety of preachers from our community (including our new senior pastor Andreas Beccai) will open the scriptures sharing from the wisdom literature books of: Ecclesiastes, Proverbs, Job, and Song of Solomon.