APR 2023

OHANA NEWSLETTER

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT OHANA IS A GO! SAVE THE DATE APRIL 6TH FROM 2 - 7PM AT OHANA CHURCH

Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Whether a patient receives whole blood, red cells, platelets or plasma, this lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. OHANA is sponsoring a blood drive for Thursday April 6th from 2 - 7pm. Give blood! SIGN UP NOW!

PASTOR DOUG CELEBRATES COMMUNION WITH KAREN REFUGEES.

A group of faithful Karen Adventists have been meeting in Southeast Portland and recently asked Pastor Doug to help celebrate a communion service.

Recently Pastor Doug and Scott Hill traveled to Southeast Portland, as the result of an invitation, to celebrate communion with local Karen refugees. It was a wonderful time and all were blessed as the love and sacrifice of Jesus were remembered.

THIS DO IN REMEMBRANCE OF ME

GREAT QUOTES


"When the whole world is running towards the cliff, he who is running in the opposite direction appears to have lost his mind."


— C.S. Lewis

US SENATORS ARGUE ABOUT THE SABBATH!

NY Senator Charles Schumer and Mississippi Senator engage on this topic

Should people vote on Sabbath? This topic came up in an argument between two US Senators!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE

OREGON CONFERENCE CAMP MEETING IS SCHEDULED AND HERE ARE THE DATES!

SPANISH CAMP MEETING is scheduled for July 13 - 15 and ENGLISH CAMP MEETING is schedule for July 18 - 22 this year. Don't miss it. Speakers include John McVay, Karl Haffner, Kessia Reyne Bennet, Seth Pierce and more. Meetings for young and old at the Gladstone Campgrounds. For more info . . . CLICK HERE

THE FIJI MISSION GROUP IS COMING TO OHANA APRIL 15TH TO SHARE THEIR STORY!

On April 15th the Fiji Mission Participants from Portland Adventist Academy will visit OHANA and share their experiences of traveling to Rabi Fiji. They helped out in the optical clinic, medical clinic, built a new cement walkway and much more. Don't miss this special Sabbath at the church.

OPERATION BACKPACK IS READY TO LAUNCH! WILL TEAM UP WITH "BOOTS FOR JESUS" IN COSTA RICA!

For many many years OHANA has partnered with Operation Christmas Child to provide thousands of shoeboxes filled with supplies to needy children around the world. After much thought and prayer we are headed to a new phase of outreach. Recently it was decided to launch Operation Backpack. Our first project will be to team up with "Boots for Jesus" a Costa Rican 501c3 to pack 1,500 backpacks for needy kids in the Costa Rican rain forest. Your thoughts and support are appreciated!

OAKWOOD ADVENTIST ACADEMY LAWSUIT RESOLVED!

God is good!


On September 27, 2022, the Oakwood Adventist Academy’s case against the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) was resolved, with a promise by AHSAA that moving forward, it would reschedule all games that conflict with the Sabbath. OAA brought the suit against AHSAA this past spring after the team was unable to play in the state tournament for basketball February 2022 because accommodation for Sabbath was denied. For a full report  CLICK HERE

SHOT, STABBED, AND STONED!

Pastor Doug sat down recently with Wisam Ali and heard the amazing story of what God did in this man's life!

Born into a powerful Muslim family Wisam's life took a dramatic turn when his sister accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. Click Here to watch this dramatic story!

OHANA MOTHER'S ROOM GOES THROUGH A COMPLETE REMODEL!

Huge thanks to all those involved in remodeling the OHANA mother's room. It's a place designed by moms for moms. Take a look next time you are at the church.

OREGON CONFERENCE HOSTS "DINNER WITH DAN."


- Join Oregon Young Adults on Sabbath evening April 8 at 5:00pm for an awesome evening of worship and convo with Oregon Conference President Dan Linrud, and a free Thai food dinner at 6:30pm.

We highly value your voice in speaking into the vision and future of our church in the Oregon Conference and the PNW. This evening will be a great opportunity to share your heart and help shape the future of ministry to young adults and all generations. Also, the food will be amazing.

Look for more info soon and a link to RSVP so we know you are coming for dinner. #ORYA - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


Join OHANA at church on Sabbath April 8th as we remember the sacrifice of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the cross. Because of the shedding of His precious blood we are redeemed and stand justified in the sight of God. Our mission as a church is to "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." - Mark 16:15.

"He is not here; He is risin, just as He said!" - Matt 28:6


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