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A Prophetic Vision Imagine it. Babylon the Great is fallen, forsaken and abandoned. Good at long last has triumphed over evil. The saints celebrate their victory over their captive demonic oppressors. Eden of the distant past is recalled while the heaven on earth of the New Jerusalem is just over the next horizon. The Creator of the universe—the King of kings—makes his abode in Jerusalem. The Bridegroom Prince of Peace kisses his princess. They live happily ever after. This is the storybook ending to 6000 years of hell on earth! These flash images—downloaded from heaven and archived in the prophecies of the Hebrew Scriptures—are about to begin leaping off the pages of your Bible. This is the Feast of Tabernacles (or Sukkot)—a week-long biblical festival and a foretaste of the age to come. You Are Invited Sukkot Northwest is a blend of Christian-styled spirit-filled, gospel-oriented Messianic praise and worship combined with Hebraic-Davidic worship dance, shofar-blowing and timbrel-shaking along with Christian-style teaching and preaching coupled with the ancient synagogue custom of group participation where the audience can actually dialog or midrash with the teacher. Everything we present to you in some way points to Yeshua our Messiah and Redeemer and helps us to worship him more fully as we learn. The Feast of Tabernacles (or Sukkot) is all about the righteous redeemed Israelites tabernacling with YHVH Elohim and He with them. The Book of Revelation speaks of this time when "the tabernacle [tent, dwelling place, habitation] of Elohim is with men, and He well dwell with them" (Rev 21:3), which occurs in the Millennium, of which the Feast of Tabernacles is a prophetic picture. Only through a spiritual relationship with Yeshua the Messiah can we come to tabernacle with our Father in heaven. Yeshua said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes unto the Father, but by me" (John 14:6). This leads us to the theme of this year's Sukkot Northwest 2011, which is found in John 15:4–5:
Right now, Yeshua is standing at the door of our spiritual tabernacle and knocking — asking to come in to dwell with us in His festal sukkah, which is that place of enduring communion and intimacy (Rev 3:20), where David said that one day within was better than a thousand outside (Ps 84:10). At the same time, the Spirit and the bride are inviting us to come into the throne room and the very Presence of Elohim in the New Jerusalem (Rev 22:1-5, 17). Come join us at Sukkot NW 2011 as we accept YHVH's invitation to step into the River of Life that flows from His throne as we learn how to abide in Yeshua, who is the Tree of Life and the Living and the Written Torah. What can you expect at Sukkot Northwest 2011 at Finley Butte in beautiful Central Oregon?
Sukkot Northwest is not a personality-driven event, but a Spirit-led one! Our teachers are experienced, tried and proven leaders and teachers in the Hebrew roots movement. All have years, if not decades, of experience as leaders and teachers walking out the Torah and in a Yeshua, gospel-centered and Spirit-filled context. (To learn about the biblical Feast of Tabernacles see Natan Lawrence’s teaching article on this website entitled “The Feast of Tabernacles and the Eighth Day: The Historical Roots of Our Faith, Past Relevance for Believers and Prophetic End-Time Implications.” And you can read a short history of Sukkot NW by clicking here. |
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The Dates of the Festival:
Anticipated dates based on the expected sighting of the new moon of the 7th month on the evening of 9/29/11. If the moon is seen one night before, then all dates will move one day earlier. Date to be confirmed on 9/28/11. Chag Sukkot = Feast of Tabernacles, which is a 7-day long Feast, an appointed time of YHVH, and the first day is a Sabbath and commanded assembly. This prophetically points to the Wedding Supper of the Lamb and the Millennial Kingdom. Sunset 10/13 through sunset 10/20/11. Shemini Atzeret = 8th Day Assembly, a Sabbath and commanded assembly immediately following Chag Sukkot, an appointed time of YHVH, which prophetically points to olam haba (the world to come) which is the New Jerusalem. Sunset 10/20 through sunset 10/21/11. Shabbat — this year the Weekly Sabbath immediately follows Shemini Atzeret (the 8th Day). We'll stay the extra day and celebrate Shabbat together so that we don't dishonor this set-apart day by breaking camp. Sunset 10/21 through sunset 10/22/11.
Some wonder why the traditional Jewish Calendar (known as the Hillel II calendar) shows the Feast of Sukkot this year as beginning on Wednesday evening, Oct 12th, but we are beginning on Thursday evening, Oct 13th. This goes back to the beginning of the year at Pesach (Passover) time. Scripture tells us to begin the count of months (the new year) when the barley crop in Israel is “aviv.” The barley in Israel was found to be aviv by more than the required 2-3 witnesses on 3/30/11 (reports and photos). The new year began at the sighting of the next new moon the evening of 4/4/11. The Hillel II calendar, which is the traditional Jewish calendar established in the 4th century CE (also known as AD), is calculated and estimates the aviv barley and new moons. It served its purpose when Israel was not living in her land, but we believe the calendar is being restored at this time and we desire to follow scripture over traditions. We do not argue about the calendar and we simply urge you to keep the Feast. Sukkot NW follows the calendar year based on the aviv barley in Israel and the months beginning at the sighting of the first visible sliver of the new moon from Israel. We invite you to celebrate with us regardless of which calendar you are following this year! Here's the technical details for the seventh month: this year Rosh Chodesh (the New Moon) of Yom Teruah (Trumpets), which is the beginning of the seventh month, is unlikely to be visible from Israel on Wednesday evening, 9/28. It is potentially and easily visible from Israel on Thurs evening, September 29th. If first seen on the 29th, this would set the 15th day of the 7th month (the first day of Sukkot) as beginning the evening of Thursday, October 13th. If, however, the new moon is first seen from the land of Israel on September 28th (which is unlikely), then all the dates move one day sooner than shown here. We have reserved the facilities for this possibility. |
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La Pine, Oregon Meeting Facilities View Larger Map
From Hwy 97 in La Pine, turn east onto Finley Butte Road (at the Sugar Pine Cafe). Turn right at Walling Lane. Finley Butte Park is located on Finley Butte Road and Walling Lane. GPS Coordinates:
The town of La Pine has two small grocery stores and nearby Sunriver has a full-service grocery store and liquor store. In Bend you will find a large variety of grocery stores, including Trader Joes, Costco, Whole Foods, and Fred Meyers. Bend also has an REI Store, shopping malls and shopping districts with major brand name stores as well as boutiques. Propane for campers is available in La Pine at several locations and ice is available in the Middle Loop of La Pine State Park Campground (one loop over) as well as the local grocery stores.
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Sukkot NW celebration begins Thursday evening, Erev Shabbat, 10/13/11 with a Sukkot Welcome Reception at 6:00 pm in the Finley Butte Park building. The park is located in the Central Oregon town of La Pine at the intersections of Finley Butte Road and Walling Lane (see map). For those who want to join in, we will be building the community Sukkah and setting up from 11 am to approximately 4 pm on Thursday, 10/13th at the Finley Butte Park Building. The welcome table will be open from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in the Finley Butte Park Building to pick up your name tags and your welcome information packets. Each day begins with prayer, live praise and worship, and a speaker or midrash. We will be learning from a variety of interesting and inspiring speakers on our topic this year that focuses on spiritual preparation. On the Sabbath days of this festival we will gather for afternoon teaching sessions as well. On the other days of the Feast, our afternoons are free time from lunch through dinner to explore the area, shop, ride bikes, fish, hike, etc., and we will gather in the evenings for times of fellowship in the sukkah at La Pine State Park, men & women's separate forums, teen bible challenge, the "Newlywed/ Oldie-wed/ Truly wed game", and an Erev Shabbat service with a Feast dinner. For those wanting a Mikvah (immersion in living water), the Deschutes River is close by. Meals: Erev Shabbat Dinner: Youth: Many activities are planned in the afternoons and evenings that include the youth. Your children (and grandchildren) will be making many friends at Sukkot and there is much to do and see in the area that interests the youth as well as adults. Families may participate in suggested activities during the free times or venture out on their own or with new friends to enjoy the area's outdoor recreation or sightseeing. Daily Schedule: Printable schedule overview | Printable speaker's schedule
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Finley Butte Park is a day-use park and therefore no overnight camping is allowed there. You must make your own arrangements for lodging in the vicinity. Camping We're camping at La Pine State Park Campground in the south loop if you'd like to camp with us. The campsites are all full hookups and there are a limited number of cabins available for those who want to camp but don't want to stay in a tent or RV. The cabins must be reserved in advance through Reserve America. The campsites will show they are unavailable to reserve and if you call Reserve America, they will tell you they cannot be reserved (we've even been told that they told someone it is because of snow). However, we have called the park ranger's office and have been assured that they are available on a first come, first served basis as it's not a busy time of year for this campground. Running water, flush toilets, and hot showers are available in the camping loop. Because of the later dates this year, the individual campsite water hookups may be turned off during our stay there. Once the weather begins to dip into freezing temperatures at night they must winterize as the south loop is open through the winter months. Water is still available to the cabins and also near the entrance of the loop to fill your RV tank or a water carrier for your campsite. The bathrooms will continue to have running hot water. Check in 10/13 for 10 nights, checking out 10/23 (you're welcome to stay longer, of course). La Pine is on the high desert at over 4,000 ft elevation. The daytime is warm and usually sunny, but the nights can be clear and below freezing that time of year. Be sure to bring warm winter-type clothes, warm coats, warm socks, and adequate sleeping bags for nights, including mittens and hats and maybe an extra blanket to wrap over your legs while you sit around the campfire. Some folks have mentioned they're bringing a heavy-duty extension cord and heater for their tent (use with caution) or electric blankets. The cabins all have heaters, but you'll still want the warm clothes for campfires. Once the sun goes down, it starts to cool off quickly. If you want to camp at La Pine State Park, but not in a tent and the cabins are filled, consider renting an RV. If you rent a trailer but don't have a tow vehicle, some RV rental companies will deliver to the campsite and set it up for you for a fee. Just ask. We don't have a specific recommendation, but here's a start. If you rent a tent trailer, ask if it has a heater/furnace as many do. Be sure the paved area of your campsite is long enough to accommodate an RV and your vehicle. The length of the paved area is noted on the reservation information for each campsite and on the map. There is also a nearby Thousand Trails privately owned campground that offers cabins, yurts, and cottages. They state that they will reserve to non-members. La Pine State Park has lots of places to ride bikes, so bring those. The Oregon helmet law requires everyone under 16 years old to wear one, even if they're just a passenger on a bike. It goes for skateboards and in-line skates as well. Most adults in Oregon wear helmets when cycling. If you want to camp but not stay at La Pine State Park, there are more camping opportunities available in the area that a search engine can help you to locate. Motels We found four motels in La Pine and only one seems to have a website. There are more motels in Bend and the Lodge at Sunriver. but you'll have further to travel. Ask if they have a longer stay discount. Many hotel and motel room prices are negotiable. We only viewed one room at each motel and our comments below are our opinion only. Confirm when you make your reservations that this room meets your needs.
Vacation Rentals Vacation homes and condos are available in Bend, Sunriver and La Pine in a wide range of prices. Sunriver runs "specials" in the Fall as it is the "off season". Owners advertise on the internet (including craigslist), in newspapers (many classifieds are on line — including Portland and Bend newspapers), and list their rentals with local realtors. |
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Clothing In the Fall, the days are warm (by Oregon standards) and the nights are cold. You will want warm clothes (think "layers"), thick socks, and a warm coat for evenings in the Sukkah. Consider gloves or mittens, a hat, and a warm blanket for your lap/legs as well. Once the sun goes down, it cools off quickly.
When speaking of the “lulavim” we refer to the four species of plants mentioned in the Torah: If you would like to purchase a standard lulavim set from Israel with our group order, please pre-order with your registration. The price of each lulavim set is $40.50 for a "quality" lulavim set and $51.00 for a "deluxe" lulavim set. The main difference between the two sets is the quality of the etrog. The order deadline from our source is 9/28/2011. You must have the pre-paid order to us by noon Pacific Time on 9/28/11 to participate in this group order, so if you are mailing it in, leave yourself plenty of time. The lulavim sets will be delivered to the Finley Butte Park Building and will be available for you at the start of Sukkot. Order your sets today for your Sukkot celebration! |
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R E G I S T R A T I O N Registration Fees and Deadlines:
The family maximum is to help larger families. The definition of “family” for this purpose is: related people in the same household budget. If you have a foster child or have guardianship, that is included in "family". The purpose of the registration fee is not to exclude, but to help cover some of the costs involved. Our building rental costs have more than doubled this year, but we've kept the same modest registration fees as we asked last year, trusting that all costs will be covered. Donations are appreciated, but we don't pass a plate or make endless pleas for donations at Sukkot. If these fees are a hardship for anyone, please let us know. Registration Forms: POLICIES: Important, please read!
Standard Registration Form
Interactive Electronic Registration Form
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Lulavim
the lulav – an unopened date-palm frond;