It so happened that after Pharaoh released the people, God didn’t lead them by the road through the land of the Philistines, which was the shortest route, for God thought, “If the people encounter war, they’ll change their minds and go back to Egypt.” So God led the people on the wilderness road, looping around to the Red Sea...

God went ahead of them in a Pillar of Cloud during the day to guide them on the way, and at night in a Pillar of Fire to give them light; thus they could travel both day and night. The Pillar of Cloud by day and the Pillar of Fire by night never left the people...

...When the king of Egypt was told that the people were gone, he and his servants changed their minds. They said, “What have we done, letting Israel, our slave labor, go free?” So he had his chariots harnessed up and got his army together. He took six hundred of his best chariots, with the rest of the Egyptian chariots and their drivers coming along...

...The angel of God that had been leading the camp of Israel now shifted and got behind them. And the Pillar of Cloud that had been in front also shifted to the rear. The Cloud was now between the camp of Egypt and the camp of Israel. The Cloud enshrouded one camp in darkness and flooded the other with light. The two camps didn’t come near each other all night.

Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea and God, with a terrific east wind all night long, made the sea go back. He made the sea dry ground. The seawaters split.

-Exodus 13:17–18, 21–22, 14:5–7, 19–21
(The Message)

TOUCHES OF INTEREST

Sign up to host tables at The Longest Table. The event is Sabbath, September 29 following Second Service. Anyone may sign up to host tables. Signups in the church lobby beginning at 10am on September 8, and continuing at 9am on September 15 and 22. Contact Pastor Alareece: alareece.collie@wallawalla.edu.

The University Church staff are delighted to welcome
Nicole Reedy as the new office manager of the University Church. Nicole is a graduate of Walla Walla University, brings a wealth of experience, and is eager to serve our church family. Please join the pastoral staff in welcoming Nicole to the team! Stop by any time during office hours to welcome her, or send her a note: church@wallawalla.edu.

Placement Board Report (August, 2018, first reading)
Austin Archer, Interim Head Elder

Membership Transfers (August, 2018, first reading)
(IN) Alexis Anderes, from Richland, Wash.
Maria Bastien, from Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Amanda Ponce, from Tuscon, Ariz.
Harrison Taylor, from Portland, Ore.
(AWAY) Madeline Carritte, to Redlands, Calif.
MacKenzie Cosaert, to Tualatin, Ore.
Demetria Pufahl, to Oasis SDA Church, Boise, Idaho

Last week, about 100 people from all over the Walla Walla Valley attended a two-day leadership training in the University Church. Register before October 23, 2018 for next year's conference for the lowest possible rate, $79.
Join fellow church members and community members as we sharpen our leadership skills together! Visit wwuchurch.com/gls2019 or contact Pastor Kris for more information: kris.loewen@wallawalla.edu.

The Sanctuary roof is being replaced over the remainder of July and much of August. During this time, two construction companies will be working in, on, and around the church facility. Please be aware that coned-off zones on the outside of the building indicate areas of danger. In particular, they may indicate an overhead hazard that is not otherwise obvious. Please keep clear of these areas (especially children) and remain mindful of the ongoing construction during this time. Pictures of the progress are below:

Stay up to date with the University Church’s texting service. To receive important information about events, schedule changes, and emergencies, opt-in by texting “WWUCINFO” to 84576.

Heubach Chapel morning worship continues this summer on a weekly basis. Every Friday morning, 7:30-7:50am, you are invited to join Heather Lee for singing and prayer.

Discovery Preschool at Walla Walla University is having a come and go open house on August 23, 3:30–6:30pm. They are now accepting applications for half and full day preschool for the 2018–19 school year.

Walla Walla Valley Academy  has two part-time positions available. They are looking for a study hall supervisor
(this position is responsible for taking record and supervising the classroom until the period ends. This position will encompass 5-6 hours per day on Mondays and Wednesdays) and a work supervisor (responsibilities include supervising up to 10 students for approximately one hour Monday through Thursdays.  Transporting students with school transportation to a local retirement center. Completing paperwork required by the grand for the organization subsidizing the program.  The program should take a supervisor approximately two hours per day.). If you are interested in either, please call Steve Fuchs or Brian Harris at 509.525.1050.

A women's retreat is planned October 26–28. Upper Columbia Conference invites you to Camp MiVoden for  “Beautiful,” a weekend for teen girls and women to be refreshed at Hayden Lake. The keynote speaker is
Cindy Tutsch, a seasoned speaker who has shared the gospel around the world in over 60 countries. Register online at: uccsda.org/WomenRetreat2018 or by calling Wendy (afternoons only) at 509.838.2761.

Violin Praise Orchestra Concert directed by Luibov Schmidt at Land-Title Plaza on Main Street in Walla Walla. August 26, 3:30-5:30pm. For more information, email: violinpraiseorchestra@gmail.com

Hispanic couples retreat is September 28–30 at the Red Lion Hotel near the Pasco Airport. The main speakers will be Claudio and Pamela Consuegra. To register or receive more information, contact Walter Pintos at:  WalterP@uccsda.org or by phone: 509.242.0535.

Eqypt Bible Tour is December 12–22, 2019. You are invited to join Dr. Carl Cosaert of Walla Walla University to discover the land of the pyramids, the pharaohs, Moses, and the Exodus. $2,425 plus airfare includes meals and accommodations. For more information, contact Sharon Searson at Sharons@uccsda.org.

Seventh-day Adventist beliefs survey is live. Every five years, the Adventist Church conducts a survey to discover what members believe, their experiences with the church, and how they live their daily lives. You are invited to participate. (Please note this survey takes about one hour to complete.) The survey is available both in English and Spanish. https://l.uccsda.org/SDASurvey2018 Thank you for your help!

Diabetes Undone seminar is planned in September at SonBridge. Registration on September 10 at 6:30pm and 8 weekly sessions follow beginning September 16. $60. Contact Chad Washburn for details. knowjesusfully@gmail.com.

Your help is needed for a cookbook fund-raiser for
Pastor Lloyd Perrin from the Milton-Freewater SDA Church. Contribute vegetarian recipes or pre-order a copy of the book for yourself. Sales will benefit the Perrin family in funding ongoing therapy for Lloyd as he recovers from brain surgery last April 2018. Contact Sharlene Taylor for more information 509.714.4056. Order forms are available in the University Church web bulletin or in the office.