During the spring quarter sermon series, the pastors invite you to deeper reflection outside weekly Sabbath services. Read the "Touches of Interest" section of this week's bulletin, and every Sabbath through June 8, for lists of suggested books, films, music, and other resources related to that week's sermon topic. Since no one will have enough time or space to absorb all the recommendations, you are encouraged to pick and choose the ones that resonate best for your spiritual walk.

Visit wwuchurch.com/emotions weekly for links and expanded descriptions.

TOUCHES OF INTEREST

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

Robb Coffee Jim Fisher

An all church potluck is scheduled for Sabbath, April 13 at 1:15pm in the Fellowship Hall. All are invited!

The new sermon series on God’s emotions begins today with Pastor Andreas' sermon on the subject of “Anger”. Please visit wwuchurch.com/emotions for this week’s support recommendations and continue to check back every week for future updates!
Books: 1. The Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner, 2. The Enigma of Anger by Garrett Keizer, 3. Devotions, selected poems of Mary Oliver; Children’s Books: 1. Mad Isn’t Bad by Michalene Mundy, 2. Keeping Your Cool by Carlyn Larson; Film: “Deacon’s Monday” on Vimeo.com; Music: “Dies Irae” from Verdi’s Requiem

Thank you! Thank you church family for your outpouring of love to our family over the unexpected loss of my brother Jim Libby. Your cards, calls, texts, visits, flowers, food, and hugs have been so appreciated! His memorial in Anchorage this past week was a reminder to live BIG; love and encourage. And don’t let fear hold you back.
-Lauri & Dennis Rootvik and family

You are invited to hear The Brilliance and Gungor in concert at the University Church sanctuary on Friday, April 12 at 8pm. This WWU Vespers program is hosted by ASWWU Spiritual. Free, and open to all!

Pete Metzelaar, a Holocaust survivor, will share his incredible true story of hiding, survival, and ultimate escape from Nazis during World War II. April 10, 12–1:30pm at Village Hall. The session will conclude with Q&A. Although this session is scheduled during the lunch hour, no food or drink are allowed in Village Hall.

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.

Adventists. Muslims. Jesus! How should Adventists respond to the growing presence and influence of Muslims in America? Does the thought of a religious conversation with a Muslim scare you? You are invited to a weekend conference led by three of Adventism’s foremost experts on Muslim relations (Gaby Phillps, Petras Bahadur, and Jony Hajaj) as they explore these and other questions. You will hear powerful stories and fresh Bible insights that will challenge, change, and equip you for engagement with others. Meetings will be held in WWU's Bowers Hall Friday, April 12, 5:30–7:30pm, and Sabbath, April 13, 9am–12pm and 3–5pm. Contact: Theology@wallawalla.edu

Brittany and Justin Elsom are proud parents of baby girl Avery Elise Elsom. Born at 26 weeks 5 days on March 30, 2019 at 1:43pm. Her weight was 1 lb. 15 oz. and she was 13.5 inches long. She's a feisty little one who couldn't wait to meet her family! She will grow stronger and bigger at Kadlec in Richland for several more months. Proud grandparents are Dan and Paula Elsom. Also cheering her on is proud Uncle Garrett. The Elsom family appreciates all of your prayers!

Join the volunteer team at SonBridge.  Cashiers needed for weekly three-hour shifts.  Meet new people, have fun, and bless our community.  Call 529.3100 or go to www.sonbridge.org/volunteer.

Please join us as we celebrate Eugene Lambert’s 90th birthday - Sunday, April 7 at 1pm at the Village Retirement Center (Gresham) in the Rec Room for refreshments, stories and some good fun. Do you have a memory or photo to share? Please send it to lisa.massena@gmail.com   To RSVP and for directions, call Lisa at 339.236.0684.

Retired Denominational Workers’ Potluck is Sunday April 7, 5pm in the Village Church Fellowship Hall. Barbara Dickerson and Stephanie Renshaw will present “Strategies to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Alzheimer’s Decline” prepared by Dr. Wes Youngberg. New members are welcome to come and bring a potluck dish to share.

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.

All are welcome to join our University Church prayer meeting each Wednesday at 7pm in Heubach Chapel.

The Red Cross will host a blood drive at the University Church on Thursday, April 11, 10:30am–4pm. If you are able to give blood, please participate! Show up in person at any time or pre-register at: redcrossblood.org.

Basic CERT Training—offered by WWU beginning May 1. Become part of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and gain knowledge in survival skills, preparedness, planning, and mutual aid for coping with a disaster or community crisis. Your ability to help others safely and effectively is critical in these situations. Info/Registration: Jim Ingersoll, jc143@icloud.com or 770.846.7222.

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.

Richard Madson passed away Friday morning, March 15. A Memorial Service will be held Sabbath, April 6, 4pm in the Milton Adventist Church. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask for yor financial support to the Gospel Outreach program which introduces the Gospel of Jesus to those in the 10/40 window. Gospel Outreach Website: goaim.org; PO Box 8, College Place, WA 99324; 712 NE C Street, College Place, WA 99324

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.Sunday, April 7 at 1pm – Please join us as we celebrate Eugene Lambert’s 90th birthday - at the Village Retirement Center (Gresham) in the Rec Room for refreshments, stories and some good fun. Do you have a memory or photo to share? Please send it to lisa.massena@gmail.com   To RSVP and for directions, call Lisa at 339-236-0684

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.

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.