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Agency Response Letter GRAS Notice No. GRN 000238
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CFSAN/Office of Food Additive Safety
July 28, 2008
Alice J. Caddow
Genencor, A Danisco Division
925 Page Mill Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Re: GRAS Notice No. GRN 000238
Dear Ms. Caddow:
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responding to the notice, dated December 20, 2007, that you submitted in accordance with the agency's proposed regulation, proposed 21 CFR 170.36 (62 FR 18938; April 17, 1997; Substances Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS); the GRAS proposal). FDA received the notice on December 26, 2007, filed it on December 27, 2007, and designated it as GRAS Notice No. GRN 000238.
The subject of the notice is a lipase enzyme preparation derived from Hansenula polymorpha expressing a gene encoding a lipase from Fusarium heterosporum (lipase enzyme preparation). The notice informs FDA of the view of Genencor, a Danisco Division (Genencor), that the lipase enzyme preparation is GRAS, through scientific procedures, for use as an enzyme to modify lipids in dough for bakery and noodle applications, in egg yolks for bakery applications and mayonnaise production, and in the refining process of soy bean oil.
Commercial enzyme preparations that are used in food processing typically contain an enzyme component, which catalyzes the chemical reaction that is responsible for its technical effect, as well as substances used as stabilizers, preservatives or diluents. Enzyme preparations may also contain constituents derived from the production organism and constituents derived from the manufacturing process, e.g., components of the fermentation media or the residues of processing aids.
As part of its notice, Genencor includes the report of a panel of individuals (Genencor's GRAS panel) who evaluated the data and information that are the basis for Genencor's GRAS determination. Genencor considers the members of its GRAS panel to be qualified by scientific training and experienced to evaluate the safety of substances added to food. Genencor's GRAS panel evaluated the production organism, the synthetic lipase gene from F. heterosporum, the production process and materials, intended use levels in specified foods, estimates of dietary exposure, as well as unpublished safety studies. Based on the review, Genencor's GRAS panel concluded that lipase enzyme preparation meets its established food grade specifications and is GRAS under the conditions of its intended use.
The notice includes information about identity, activity, and the technical effect of the lipase enzyme. The enzyme is identified by IUB name triacylglycerol lipase, EC No. 188.8.131.52, and Chemical Abstract Service Registry No. 9001-62-1. Genencor notes that the lipase enzyme hydrolyzes ester bonds primarily in the 1- and 3-position of fatty acids in triglycerides. The notifier also states that the lipase enzyme has activity at the sn-1 esters in other lipids, including diacyl-phospholipids and diacyl-galactolipids.
Genencor states that the lipase enzyme preparation conforms to the general and additional requirements for enzyme preparations as described in the Food Chemicals Codex (5th edition) and to the General Specifications for Enzyme Preparations Used in Food Processing as proposed by the FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives.
Genencor describes the production microorganism of the lipase enzyme, indicating that it is a strain of H. polymorpha known as RB11. Genencor considers the safety of the production organism as the prime consideration in assessing the safety of an enzyme preparation intended for food use. Genencor states that H. polymorpha is a nontoxigenic, nonpathogenic production organism that does not contain pyrogens, pathogens, or viral inclusions. Genencor notes that, because of taxonomic revisions, H. polymorpha is also known as Pichia angusta. Genencor incorporates by reference previous GRAS notices for lipases from Fusarium oxysporum (GRN 000075) and from Thermomyces lanuginosus (GRN 000043), indicating that the activity of its lipase enzyme is identical to these lipases. Genencor further states that its lipase enzyme has approximately 80% amino acid sequence homology with the lipase from F. oxysporum.
Genencor states that its lipase enzyme is manufactured using a submerged, fed-batch, pure culture fermentation of the genetically modified strain of H. polymorpha. The production of each batch of stock culture for fermentation is initiated from a new lyophilized stock culture vial of H. polymorpha production organism. The recovery of the fermented product is described as a multi-step operation consisting of concentration, formulation, and standardization. The final lipase enzyme preparation has specifications for both a dry and liquid enzyme product.
The notifier estimates a maximum daily intake of the lipase enzyme of 0.64 milligrams total organic solids (TOS) per kilogram of body weight per day (mg/kg bw/d) by combining food consumption data from the USDA Continuing Survey of Food Intake by Individuals, 1994-1996 in the United States, and the 1995 Danish Food survey in Denmark with its proposed use levels. In its exposure assessment, the notifier assumes that the lipase enzyme is active in foods, it is not removed or heat-inactivated, and that 100% of foods proposed for use with the lipase enzyme are treated with this enzyme in this estimation.
In its notice, Genencor summarizes unpublished in vivo and in vitro toxicity studies using the lipase enzyme. The notifier concludes that these studies indicate no genotoxic potential and support a no observable adverse effect level of 40 mg total protein/kg bw/d or 669 mg TOS/kg bw/d.
Based on the information provided by Genencor, as well as other information available to FDA, the agency has no questions at this time regarding Genencor's conclusion that the lipase enzyme preparation is GRAS under the intended conditions of use. The agency has not, however, made its own determination regarding the GRAS status of the subject use of the lipase enzyme preparation. As always, it is the continuing responsibility of Genencor to ensure that food ingredients that the firm markets are safe, and are otherwise in compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
In accordance with proposed 21 CFR 170.36(f), a copy of the text of this letter responding to GRN 000238, as well as a copy of the information in this notice that conforms to the information in the proposed GRAS exemption claim (proposed 21 CFR 170.36(c)(1)), is available for public review and copying on the homepage of the Office of Food Additive Safety (on the Internet at http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/foodadd.html).
Laura M. Tarantino, Ph.D.
Office of Food Additive Safety
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition


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When capturing something on video, what's the verb? "Videotaping" sounds out of date. "Filming" seems better, but there's no film involved
RT @artnetdotcom: Joan Allen as Georgia O'Keeffe in Lifetime biopic (with Jeremy Irons as Alfred Stieglitz!)
RT @ArtistTaraReed @christianfea: "The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails."
Artists in WI and IL: March 9-10, 2010 workshop in Racine, WI now open to everyone. It's a BARGAIN!
Anyone have a great photo of themselves talking to art buyers/collectors or leading a tour?
When to break ties with a gallery from @Loriwords
Just got the itch to move bookshelves for better feng shui. Made a mess, but it feels better already! Thanks @fenghuikatie !
Contemplating this ? from client: A Budget Art page on your website? Depends on your goals. What's a better name for it, though?
Artists: Online learning to grow your art biz. Just posted calendar of fall classes
Art & Copy: New film re advertising now playing in Denver, Helena, and Chicago. Looks great!
Don't try to conduct a business call while you're walking, shopping, driving. It makes the other person feel unimportant and nervous.
Cool! Just got notice that Art Biz Blog is listed on alltop's s Small Biz News!
When is the last time you Googled your name to make sure your sites come up at the top?
New Professional Guidelines on digital images (of your art) from Harriete Estel Berman (look under Fundamentals)
Brave artist alert! You must read how @LizCrain finished destroying art of @lifeneedsart Brilliant! http://tinyurl.com/notvyv #dekooning

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Only when a baby or preschooler lags far behind, or fails altogether to reach the developmental milestones, or loses a previously acquired skill, is there reason to suspect a mental or physical problem serious enough to be considered a developmental disability.
Currently there is no cure for FXS, but an early diagnosis can help a family get treatment and services for their child sooner, and having a diagnosis may provide valuable information for other family members. Learn more here.


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[11:03am] sigblips: Greetings Earthlings. Welcome to the weekly setiQuest community meeting.
[11:09am] sigblips: Hello. Is there anybody out there?
[11:16am] sigblips: Wow! I guess not. And that is so appropriate because tomorrow is the 35th anniversary of the Wow! signal that was detected by the Big Ear telescope at Ohio State.
[11:18am] sigblips: Now the crazy thing is that tomorrow "they" will be celebrating the Wow! signal's anniversary by transmitting tweets into deep space at Arecibo. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/09/wow-signal-tweets_n_1762118.htm...
[11:19am] sigblips: "'Wow! Signal' From Earth: Tweets Set For Deep Space This Week"
[11:20am] sigblips: Who are "they" and who gave them permission to do this?
[11:22am] sigblips: Doesn't SRI operate and manage both the ATA and Arecibo?
[11:23am] sigblips: Isn't there some sort of SETI protocol that forbids transmitting?
[11:24am] sigblips: Yes there is. "Protocols for an ETI Signal Detection" at http://www.seti.org/post-detection.html says "No response to a signal or other evidence of extraterrestrial intelligence should be sent until appropriate international consultations have taken place. The procedures for such consultations will be the subject of a separate agreement, declaration or arrangement."
[11:33am] sigblips: So we have a SETI protocol about authorization for signal transmissions. Hmmmm, I hate to judge before all the facts are in but it looks like someone exceeded their authority.
[11:34am] sigblips: That quote was a blatant Dr. Strangelove ripoff! (:
[11:37am] sigblips: Seriously though, this Arecibo "tweets in space" publicity stunt should have involved more people and been discussed first. I wonder what the SETI Institute's position on this pending transmission is?
[11:42am] sigblips: Check out the "The Post-Detection SETI Protocol" http://www.coseti.org/setiprot.htm by John Billingham of the SETI Institute board of Directors.
[11:44am] sigblips: Well, it was great talking to myself. Thanks for not showing up. See you next week.
[11:44am] sigblips: This concludes the weekly setiQuest community meeting.
This tweets in space topic was discussed during the next two setiQuest weekly community IRC meetings:
National Geographic's "Chasing UFOs" TV series was responsible for the tweets in space event.
Now it seems that a different group of people are planning a similar #tweetsinspace stunt but not with Arecibo transmitting towards the source of the WOW! signal. This time they are going to use an antenna in Florida and transmit towards GJ667Cc that is 22 light years away. Check out the Wired article:
Seth Shostak comments in the article. What do you think? Should Earth be transmitting? Do you even care?
[Update: Wired.com refuses to post my deja-vu comment so I recommend not even bothering to read that poorly researched Wired article by Jason Kehe. I don't understand how he could have interviewed a number of SETI experts and completely missed the fact that this widely publicized #tweetsinspace event was done at Arecibo the month prior.]


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News: Centegra recognizes National Homecare Month
Centegra Health System would like to take the opportunity to recognize and thank our Associates in homecare during the National Homecare, Hospice and Palliative Care Month of November. Through the Centegra program, patients are provided access to the care they need in the comfort of their own home.
"Centegra homecare Associates dedicate themselves to the families and patients they work with," said Ryan Nestrick, Director of Home Healthcare for Centegra.
"They must have a wide array of knowledge along with excellent clinical assessment skills because in many cases they act as the eyes and ears of the physician. Associates in homecare are a large part of the community and allow patients the opportunity to be taken care of in their homes surrounded by their family. Our Associates help extend the continuum of care at Centegra. This well-deserved recognition creates awareness in our communities, celebrates accomplishments, honors colleagues and remembers patients and their families," he added.
Centegra homecare benefits to patients include:
- Increased and comfortable recovery in the familiar surroundings of home.
- Reduced medical costs without loss of quality.
- Involvement in individual care and independence at home.
- Reunion with family in familiar surroundings, while still receiving needed care.
- Tailored program to fit individual lifestyles.
Centegra Home Healthcare is located at Centegra Hospital – McHenry, 4201 Medical Center Drive. To receive additional information, call (815) 344-6602.


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Michael Jackson hologram at BBMA's!
The tech on this stuff is getting so good, you can't even tell it's a hologram. The hologram, performing Slave To The Music, blew viewers away of the Billboard Music Awards. Check this out before the video it is taken down. Most video of the event has been pulled already from Youtube.


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Whether your home needs better air conditioning or you want to add CCTV to your commercial building, Impact Air can help. We offer maintenance, sales and air conditioning repairs to Newcastle and Hunter Region residences and businesses. Come see what we can do for you.
Worried About Floods? How to Protect Your HVAC Unit
Newcastle averages 79 sunny days per year with approximately 141 partly sunny days. Thanks to Newcastle's warm, humid climate during the summer, most residents enjoy a variety of outdoor activities from surfing to climbing to hiking.
But come winter, the weather turns harsh; some areas receive gale-force winds strong enough to knock out power lines. Other areas experience heavy rains that flood homes and wash out streets.
As a homeowner, you naturally want to protect your property from the inclement weather. You understandably feel concerned about your air conditioning unit, in particular, as it must withstand everything from large hailstones to flash floods.
Fortunately, you can take steps to ensure your HVAC unit weathers the worst Mother Nature can throw at it.
3 Ways to Protect Your Unit
Although you can try multiple techniques to save your air conditioner, here are three ways to start:
1. Build a Taller Concrete Foundation
Your outdoor appliance requires a concrete foundation strong enough to support its heavy materials. Most contractors lay this base so it remains flush with your ground or a few centimetres above it. But if you worry about flooding, you can request that your contractor build the base several centimetres (or even metres) taller so it rests above the typical flood zone.
Newcastle city management has assessed the flood risks for different parts of the city. You can use their guides and floodplain risk management plans available to decide the right height for your unit's foundation.
2. Move the Unit to the Roof
Many contractors prefer to install outdoor air conditioning units on the ground next to the home. This position allows technicians and homeowners easier access to the condenser, compressor and cooling fan. However, you can ask that your contractor install your new unit on the rooftop rather than on the ground. The extra elevation ensures your unit stays well above the average flood line.
Keep in mind that your HVAC unit may require additional drainage pipes, wiring and ductwork to remain functional if you place it on the roof. And you may have a hard time reaching your unit should you wish to clean it yourself.
3. Construct a Barrier Wall
If you can't build your concrete base any higher, or if you can't afford to move your air conditioner to the rooftop, consider constructing a wall around your unit. If installed properly, a wall will redirect flood water away from your air conditioner and serve as a barrier against hurricane-force winds.
As you would with the concrete base, you'll want to learn about you area's floodplain risk to determine the best height for your wall. And you'll need to determine a way for technicians to enter and exit the enclosure for repairs.
Did Your Unit Flood Anyway?
Even with these safety measures in place, extreme weather can still flood your outdoor air conditioning unit. If this incident should happen to you, take the following steps:
1. Disconnect the Electricity
Water conducts electricity, so for your own safety, disconnect all breakers and turn off all switches related to your air conditioner. Most units have a fuse block, pull lever or switch box nearby, but if necessary, you can also use your circuit breaker to disconnect the power.
2. Allow It to Dry
Still see standing water around or near your unit? Remove as much of it as possible. You may need to use a shop vacuum to siphon away the water, or you can soak it up with a few old towels. Afterward, you can simply allow your unit to air dry.
Have too much water to handle? If your unit has several centimetres of water flowing through it, or if it is completely submerged, you'll want to hire a trained water damage restoration team to dry the area.
3. Hire a Technician to Inspect It
Most units can handle a few centimetres of flood water without suffering too much damage. Typical parts use steel, aluminium or copper treated with special coatings to resist weather and water. But you should always exercise caution when dealing with flooded electrical equipment, so hire a professional to inspect the unit for frayed or cracked parts. Your technician can then identify whether the air conditioner only needs a simple cleaning or if you should shop for a new unit entirely.


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A whole lot of links for a lazy, humid Friday afternoon (at least here in Jersey).
> How Larry Smith managed to wrest a Six (not a five!) Word Memoir from the late Frank McCourt for one of the upcoming installments in what has now become a series of Six Word Memoir compilations.
> If you are an author and doing some (or all) of your own book publicity (and who isn't?), then these tips from Maria Schneider, about how to approach book bloggers and a list of 25 worthwhile book blogs, might be useful.
> Writer Mark Fitten, on an extensive (and one assumes, self-financed) tour to promote his new novel, is blogging about the best 100 independent book stores he visits. He's at store number 40, and working his way through the Pacific Northwest right now, providing great photos and commentary on each store, until he reaches the East Coast.
> Does Ben Mezrich's newest nonfiction book, The Accidental Billionaires, belong on the fiction racks? In this Boston Globe interview, he notes, "I see myself as attempting to break ground. I definitely am trying to create my own genre here. . . . I'm attempting to tell stories in a very new and entertaining way. I see myself as an entertainer.'' Ahem.
> Need writing prompts? Or better yet, curious about how to find dozens of writing prompts by looking around your everyday life? Cameron Chapman can help with both here.
> Find all kinds of inspiring yet realistic writing advice, tips, stories about the writing life, and other good stuff from Barbara Abercrombie over at her blog
> Just for fun: The "Blog" of "Unnecessary" Quotation Marks. Just what it says. Enjoy.
Have a great weekend.
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Ireland Beats Defending Champ Wales 30-22 in Six Nations Rugby
By Feb 2, 2013-
Ireland held on to defeat defending champion Wales 30-22 in the opening game of rugby union's Six Nations Championship
Tries from Simon Zebo, Cian Healy and Brian O'Driscoll helped Ireland to a 30-3 lead early in the second half at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. Alex Cuthbert, Leigh Halfpenny and Craig Mitchell then touched down as Wales rallied before falling short.
Jonathan Sexton kicked three penalties and three conversions to finish with 15 points for the Iriah, while Halfpenny added a penalty and two conversions to his try.
England plays Scotland in today's second game at Twickenham Stadium in London.
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Riverwood Healthcare Center completes first expansion phase
AITKIN — Natural light, increased privacy and quiet were all incorporated into Riverwood Healthcare Center's expansion and renovation.
The project began in May of 2011. This month, phase one is slated for completion giving patients private rooms, incorporating nature through photography and a courtyard, and adding features designed to make a hospital stay as restful as possible.
When Riverwood began its renovation plans, it had one redesigned room set up and then invited nurses and staff to use it and see what worked and what didn't. Ideas were incorporated into the final product from placement of oxygen lines to a patient suggestion for a cabinet where linens could be exchanged without entering the room. A central nurses station was removed and nurses given mobile computer stations with small tuck-in bays outside patient rooms moving them closer to patients. Windows in the hallway let nurses visually check on patients without disturbing them by going in and out of rooms.
Semi-private rooms at the hospital were converted to 25 single patient rooms. Fourteen of the new rooms will be open to patients on April 23. Riverwood reported existing semi-private rooms will be renovated to match the look of the new rooms. Family friendly sofa sleepers were added to accommodate an overnight stay and make a more comfortable seating area for visitors.
Some rooms look out on an accessible courtyard. Nature photography from community members line the hallways and add color to individual rooms with wood tones more reminiscent of a hotel room than a traditional hospital room.
Mike Delfs, Riverwood chief operating officer, said the added privacy assists in healing and patients who may have been reticent to talk separated from a roommate by a curtain, will now be able to speak candidly with their doctors.
"We really tried to design these rooms very thoughtfully," Delfs said.
The hospital reworked birthing suites in a more private area with its own family waiting room. A third delivery room was added.
The birthing suites and private rooms have a special tile floor that resembles wood but is designed to reduce noise. Color choices were made in a conscious effort to provide a calming atmosphere. Hallways are carpeted in another noise reduction effort. Window views are a dominant influence with special shades to give patients the option of letting in natural light while still retaining privacy.
Delfs said with the upgrades to the birthing unit, the hospital is working to meet the atmosphere expectant parents want for the birth experience. People have already toured the suites and made the decision to have their babies in Aitkin. "I'm very excited to see that happening," Delfs said, noting the upgrades mean parents no longer have to leave the area to have the amenities they want. About 80 babies are born annually at Riverwood. In the past Riverwood's birthing rooms were so cramped for space, it wasn't unusual to see fathers in the hallways.
Next door, the intensive care unit (ICU) has more space, a family waiting room and nurse's station with central view of the individual ICU patient rooms.
For Delfs, a key upgrade was creating a separate space for the chemotherapy and infusion treatments that has its own entrance off the main doors. The five private patient bays are now separated by a wall and each has a large window. Delfs said this was his favorite addition because it made such a significant and immediate impact on the patients who often are making regular trips for treatment.
The separate entrance was designed to provide greater protection for chemotherapy patients isolating them from contact with other illnesses. The space is connected to the emergency room (ER) and can act as overflow if needed for ER patients.
In addition, the patient rehabilitation area doubled in size and brought together physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons.
Delfs said a common question is whether the upgrades translate to higher costs. That isn't the case, he said, noting rates are set by Medicare and that is the main payer for Riverwood.
Instead, the work to improve the environment is a way for Riverwood to compete in the region and retain patients who were willing to travel for services.
Still under construction is a two-story addition on the hospital's south end. Hospital staff, about 60 to 70 employees, and support areas like information technology and medical records, billing and administration will be housed there.
Renovations will continue on the surgery department enlarging the lobby, adding consulting rooms and technology. Other changes will move the pharmacy closer to the nursing floor.
Originally, the plan called for completion of the hospital expansion and renovation this year. But Riverwood is going to rework the main entrance and complete all the phases by May of 2013.
Delfs said one question they asked themselves was why patients had to come in and be redirected to register at one reception area for the hospital and another for the clinic. So the plan is to create a single registration area no matter where the patient is going.
Riverwood reported the expansion project is creating 130 construction jobs with $6 million in salaries employing Aitkin area contractors.
The Riverwood Foundation's capital campaign has a goal of raising $2.2 million of the estimated $21 million cost. More than $1.5 million has been raised or pledged for the project. And a $12 million low-interest loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development fund is going toward the project.
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Apr 2, 2014 - By Alejandra Silva, Staff WriterGreat Lakes still battling shortage of pilots; bigger planes now in use
The City of Riverton will accept proposals through 5 p.m. Friday from companies or individuals interested in operating restaurant services at Riverton Regional Airport.
The restaurant space, which used to house the Airport Cafe, was vacated unexpectedly last month by leaseholder Deborah Fitzpatrick. She had spent about a year operating her business there, and her lease was scheduled to end by the end of March.
Business at the restaurant reportedly has been affected negatively by the frequent cancellations of the morning flight to Denver by Great Lakes Airlines, which is battling to remedy a pilot shortage that has undermined service at the airport for months.
An advertisement from the city states it would be most interested in working with an already established and reputable businessperson who has experience managing and operating restaurants similar to previous establishments at the airport.
Airport division manager Paul Griffin said he is open to developing a lease agreement that will work for all parties involved.
"We're willing to work with anyone who puts their name in the hat," Griffin said, though he added that anyone who applies should meet the city's desired requirements.
The timeline for the lease, as well as renewal and pricing information, will be determined as part of agreement negotiations, Griffin continued. The lease also will stipulate hours of operation, Griffin said, explaining that it is important for the restaurant to be open to serve travelers and members of the public.
He said the city also is open to ideas from the potential new leaseholder for changes or improvements in the restaurant space.
Once the deadline for proposals has passed, city and airport staff will recommend one or several leaseholders to the Riverton Regional Airport Board. Board members will make a final recommendation to the Riverton City Council.
Other changes
Griffin also commented on other changes that went into effect Tuesday at the airport.
Great Lakes Airlines - the only commercial airline that operates out of RRA - has introduced schedule and aircraft modifications that resulted in the elimination of a fourth flight that used to serve the airport during weekdays.
Now, Great Lakes will only be using the Embraer-120 Brasilia in Riverton.
The aircraft seats 30 passengers and used to be paired with the Beechcraft 1900 in Riverton.
The 19-seat Beechcraft aircraft now will be used at other airports; Great Lakes plans to remove 10 seats from the Beech 1900 in order to accommodate pilots who have not yet logged the 1,500 hours of flight time now required by the federal government to operate certain aircraft.
Griffin said he is closely watching the airport's activity during the transition this month to see if any gradual improvements come to Riverton as part of the airline's change in operations in communities throughout the region.
Great Lakes recently abandoned all service to North Dakota and has cut back sharply in Kansas.
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Trying to decide on an intake to put in my 2012 SEL. Anyone have any thoughts or experience on which one is better? K&N 69-3517TS vs. AEM 21-702C? Also, has anyone had any experience running an illegal CAI as far as emissions go, how would the state find out about it?
Moved to: DURATEC Ti-VCT Performance
Most of us guys around here are running the Steeda or FSWERKS intake.
Personally I love my Steeda intake. its a beautiful piece with a nice growl to it.
Didn't even think about the Steeda. Probably going to go with that one now, specs looked pretty good on it and the price is decent. Do you have any pics or videos of yours?
Lots of pics and a vid in this thread
Thanks it was a great info!
From pics it looks like the Steeda is a no-oil air cleaner? My service manager at the local dealership has already pretty much indicated that he and I are not going to have a happy relationship if I put an oiled filter CAI on the car. So I'd like to get an upgrade that is not oiled, if possible.
They have to prove it caused an issue with the car, at least in the U.S. to be able to try and void the warranty as a result of the CAI/SRI.
CAI Oil...
K&N makes a stock replacement filter, the only way they would know you have it would be to take the cover off the box. It might be a happy medium in your situation.
Or try another dealer for warranty work. My Service Mgr loves my focus and the things ive done so far.
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Jacoby Jones definitely deserved to win MVP. Jacoby Jones set history in this year's Super Bowl.
For starters, on the opening kickoff of the second half, Jacoby Jones ran the ball into the history books. Jacoby Jones ran the ball from one end zone to the other end zone for a 108 yard touchdown. Jacoby also had a 56-yard touchdown reception to cap off a historic night.
Jacoby Jones set 4 other records in this year's Super Bowl. He had the longest play (tied,108 yards), the most all-purpose yards (290), the longest kickoff returned for a touchdown (tied,108 yards), and the most touchdowns on plays of 50 or more yards (2). All of the players on the Baltimore Ravens did great, but I think that Jacoby Jones deserved to be Super Bowl MVP.
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March 17, 2013
obrzut · draftee
well duh...
February 18, 2013
hermn8r · draftee
nice article though
February 18, 2013
hermn8r · draftee
Joe Flacco was the right call
February 17, 2013
Tberry27 · starter
boldin should of got mvp
February 17, 2013
ravbeg · 2nd string
Joe flacco got it
February 17, 2013
lilgtooswag · draftee
wow jacoby should have gotten it
February 17, 2013
sea213 · draftee
February 16, 2013
123gopats14 · 2nd string
Josh is right
February 16, 2013
49ersrulenfl · draftee
joe flacco
February 16, 2013
packfan892 · 2nd string
February 15, 2013
pup424 · practice squad
Jacoby should have been MVP
February 15, 2013
allprobrady · veteran
49ers would've won if they called 4th and goal a hold. I wish thy had better referees.
February 15, 2013
allprobrady · veteran
It should've been Colin Kapernick, he had more fantasy points than Flacco
February 15, 2013
mrdw30 · draftee
Jacoby was awesome! Definitely should've gotten MVP! Great articel, by the way!
February 14, 2013
heatravens2 · draftee
I totally agree jacoby should have gotten the MVP
February 14, 2013
Ronderocks · draftee
Nah, Flacco was the MVP.
February 14, 2013
newyorkgiants101 · rookie
jacoby jones only touched the ball 2 times and1 of the times it was a pass from the real mvp joe flacco
February 14, 2013
marquaivion01 · draftee
jacoby jones is the best dancer ever
February 14, 2013
BoyScout99 · veteran
Jones, baby! Read my article. I gave him Super Bowl MVP in it.


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Date: Sat & Sun, June 21 & 22, 2014
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Times: 9 am – 5 pm & 9 am - 2:30 pm
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Find out about the players and behind-the-scenes workings of the film industry in this union required introductory course. Learn who's who on the set, develop your set etiquette, and the well-established protocols of set safety. Explore the various jobs in the business and the realities of working in the film industry. In the end you'll have the tools you'll need to decide if this work is for you. You'll leave with confidence to feel comfortable your first day on set.
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Pulled the rear axle apart from my '76 cutlass, NO C-clips, I had no idea what I had, further inspection found out it is a 28 spline axle and by 8.5 mini spool fits in the carrier, I could find very little information about this, looking to find some more information about axle bearings, and if the pinion bearings are the same as a c-clip rear end. Other thing I would like to know is why very few were made...
"Racing isnt a hobby, its a way of life"
Go to www.richmondgear.com They have brek-downs of all the rears. It sound like your off to a good start.
couldnt find anything, same with randy's ring and pinion website, what I found out is it is a BOP 8.5". Everything is the same except when you get the the axles, the axles set up like a ford 9 inch, a bolt flange slides on the axle which bolts to the housing, then your seal and bearing (tapered bearing) then a sleeve is also pressed on to help hold the bearing on the axle. Axle bearings and seals are expensive compared to the c-clip style rear end. Local parts store should be able to help out. But on the plus side on all this confusion, I dont need c-clip eliminators to put in the full spool I just ordered
"Racing isnt a hobby, its a way of life"
As many of those 8.5 rears I've done I replace many ring and pinion sets and never remember any difference. Some of the 8.2 get confusing. So I would just get the gearings for the 8.5 and replace them as such the only thing your stuck with the mini spool spline if you want to change to a bigger axle, and spline you will have to change that mini spool to whatever splines you want. Does that mini spool push your car around on turns? Does it want to go straight all the time. They are a *** on handling for a street car. Just a little FYI.
this rear end is for my race car, we run stagger front and rear, having a larger tire on the passenger side with a locked rear end does help turn the car. imagin a cup laid on its side on a table, roll the cup and it will turn, same happens when you stagger the rear end.
"Racing isnt a hobby, its a way of life"


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Up early to make full use of the day, and as we still had a few miles to do before reaching our destination at Shenandoah National Park.
It was a funny sight at the motel in the morning while we had breakfast. As mentioned before, we were unlucky to coincide in the area with both the "home coming" of Virginia Tech students and Nascar racing at Bristol (both close by). Breakfast was like walking into some Star Trek episode where a "tekkie" nation had mixed with a "Nascar fan" nation...certainly two different worlds!
We make a brief stop at Roanoake to do some cybersurfing and updating of our travelpod
Anyway, we arrive at Shenandoah National Park around lunch time after enjoying a wonderful drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Basically the Parkway is a very long one lane road crossing beautiful scenic areas. It has very frequent parking stops to observe mountains, lakes, etc. Due to the maximum speed of 30-35 miles per hour (50kms) it means that you have time to observe while driving along...although it does make getting to places very, very slow. Its also full of Harley Davidson bikers with long beards...
Link: http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
The National Park was $15 per car for a weekly pass, and $15 for the campground per night.
Link: http://www.nps.gov/shen/
The moment we entered the national park we had to stop the car for a black bear family crossing the road and climbing up a hill
It was funny because Marcos had commented in the Great Smoky Mountains that the US forrests were wonderful but that he was missing "animal spotting" such as the monkeys, sloths, etc of South and Central America. He had to take back his words while eating a Mars bar the moment bears started appearing all over the place.
Additionally when we were setting up our tent in Shenandoah our neighbour (with a very thick Southern accent) mentioned that a deer buck had just been walking around the place eating fruit. 5 minutes later a huge buck appeared and started picking apples from the tree just in front of us! We took great photographs of the event but sadly they are forever deleted...sniffs!
In the afternoon we did a gentle hike along one of the trails and enjoyed a couple of miles of the Appalachian Trail. The trail runs 2,100 miles from Maine to Georgia so at least we did a small...small part of it! Something to look forward to doing in the future...the whole trail, that is.
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I have been cleaning house and have found... 3 hanks of Island cotton , 5 skeins of Caron SS, 7 sugar and creams in assorted colors, 2 balls of cashsilk, 7 spools of ribbon, 7 big balls of bulky acrylic meant for kid scarves, 3 balls of GGH mystik, 4 large balls of a beautiful brown/aqua boucle, and one hank of sock yarn...all of which I had put in various closets and forgotten. :oops:
In short, I have increased my stash by 1/4 without ever leaving the house. :eyebrow: Now I have 4 huge plastic storage totes filled with yarn.
:roflhard: :roflhard: :roflhard: :roflhard: I can not believe I was disappointed that I couldn't go yarn store hopping today. I'm obsessed, I tell you. OBSESSED!!!
Your "forgotten" stash is bigger than my entire stash! :teehee:
Note to self: must get more yarn!
Alright!! :cheering:
Nothing like "free" shopping, eh?
:oops: Um, I've got at least a couple totes' worth in my car that somehow hasn't made it into the house yet. (shh, it's my secret hiding place! :teehee:
Wow! I wish my cleaning would produce more than dust bunnies!! :teehee:
Awsome!! funny how some things need to be "rediscovered"....
:out: MoniDew dashes off to clean her house
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UUUHhhhhh ... where exactly do you live/???/ I don't wanna clean your house.. I just wanna raid your closets~!! :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
Ahhh but you must clean to unearth such beautiful treasures!!! Muahhahahaaaa :twisted:
Found some fingering weight baby acrylic and a ball of malabrigo, too.
And assorted needles, a row counter, needle tips, my favorite crochet hook, beads, and a couple UFO's too. :oops:
Congrats :cheering: on rediscovering your stash yarn. Makes me want to clean my house
well, maybe not!
I must admit... just finding the malabrigo made it all worth it.
Awesome! That's like finding a $20 in a coat pocket or chocolate in your purse
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Tom Flanagan, former adviser to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, has been disowned by the Alberta Wildrose Party after making controversial comments about child pornography at an Alberta university on Wednesday.
The influential conservative strategist and one of the men behind the reshaping of Canada's re-branded conservative movement apologized Thursday, but not before the right wing Albertans, and even the PMO, turned on him.
The Wildrose was quick to distance itself from Flanagan Thursday morning, who called viewing child pornography a "personal liberties" issue, and something that "doesn't harm anyone."
"I certainly have no sympathy for child molesters, but I do have some grave doubts about putting people in jail because of their taste in pictures," Flanagan said.
"It is a real issue of personal liberty, to what extent we put people in jail for doing something in which they do not harm another person."
Flanagan made the comments at a University of Lethbridge moderated discussion after he was questioned by a member of the audience about his thoughts on the current state of Native affairs in Canada and to clarify questionable comments made by the former conservative campaign manager about child porn in 2009.
Alberta's official opposition - the Wildrose Party - was quick to condemn Flanagan's remarks, as did the CBC, which fired the political commentator, and the Manning Centre, which had him booked as one of the speakers at MNC2013 in Ottawa next week.
"There is no language strong enough to condemn Dr. Flanagan's comments. Child pornography is a despicable crime that seriously harms all those involved, including the viewer. The viewing of child pornography first requires the production of child pornography, which causes untold suffering and abuse towards children," said Wildrose leader Danielle Smith.
"In no uncertain terms, Wildrose condemns the production, transmission and viewing of child pornography.
"To be clear, Dr. Flanagan does not speak for me or the Wildrose caucus and he will have no role – formal or informal – with our organization going forward."
Smith backed her remarks of how strongly her party feels about child pornography by citing a private members bill put forward by Wildrose MLA Heather Forsyth three years ago, "compelling the mandatory reporting of child pornography and we were very proud that the bill received unanimous support in the Alberta Legislature."
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#wrp. Once again u show poor judgment in whom you choose to associate with. #flanagan.
What is it momma always said about the firends you keep? #TomFlanagan #CPC #WRP #PMSH #cdnpoli #ableg
Does someone need to go back and search the #wrp war room computers? #ableg
That was fast! http://t.co/jNGNabEAoJ #stopharper #tomflanagan #cdnpoli #abpoli #wrp
#wrp need to do a better job of vetting people. First all gays burn in a lake of fire, now it's child porn is an issue of liberty #cdnpoli
The Tom Flanagan award for Outstanding Campaign Manager is an actual thing. Can't wait to meet the winner http://t.co/bU8RzNz0jY #ableg #wrp
Remember when @electdanielle said we were waiting for #bozoeruptions that wouldn't happen? Remember that? #Flanagan #wrp #cpc #wtf #ableg
I think perhaps the RCMP should take a look at Tom Flanagan's computer for child porn #ableg #wrp #probablecause
Maybe Flanagan will have to start another party that's more Libertarian than the #wrp.
Hey #WRP. How bout that award you've named after #Flanagan? Gonna be keeping that? #CPC #ableg #cdnpoli http://t.co/AJqFSE1thq
@KikkiPlanet exactly, but i think this just shows #wrp is committed to ideology, even when it smacks the face of reality #ableg
The #WRP has takes appropriate action on #Flanagan. But like @DonMartinYEG said, why have him in the first place? http://t.co/Y9aBAwMGDY
re Flanagan: one has to wonder how many other #wrp and #cpc members have extreme views but are smart enough not to broadcast them?!
@karstenerzinger Immediately attributed Flanagan's comments to the entire #wrp and @ElectDanielle
Thanks to @ElectDanielle for your prompt response to #Flanagan Thank you for the good, responsible leadership. #abpoli #wrp #abgov #cdnpoli
Does the #wrp support child porn? No. It gives insight to the way several think on ideological arguments instead of rational 1's tho. #ableg
I have a feeling that Tom Flanagan's next job will be making license plates during his stay at the Edmonton Max. #wrp #holyshitburger #ableg
The news about Flanagan and the events from the election make me wonder what other nutbars are hidden within the #wrp #ableg
Apparently pedophilia is where @ElectDanielle draws the line. Racism and homophobia are fair game though. #wrp #cdnpoli #ableg #abpoli
The CBC also quickly and publicly ended its relationship with Flanagan.
"In light of recent remarks made by Tom Flanagan at the University of Lethbridge, CBC News has taken the decision to end our association with him as a commentator on Power and Politics," said CBC News General Manager and Editor-In-Chief Jennifer McGuire.
"While we support and encourage free speech across the country and a diverse range of voices, we believe Mr. Flanagan's comments to have crossed the line and impacted his credibility as a commentator for us."
Flanagan was also scheduled to speak at the Manning Centre's MNC2013 in Ottawa next week.
His name appeared on the online list of speakers, which includes, among others, Ian Brodie, former chief of staff to the PM, Jason Kenney, Minister of Immigration, and Jay Hill, Former Conservative House Leader.
Although Flanagan appeared on that list on Thursday morning, his name had been taken down by noon, confirmed centre spokesman Olivier Ballou.
Flanagan apologized for his comments in a statement posted online by the CBC.
"I absolutely condemn the sexual abuse of children, including the use of children to produce pornography. These are crimes and should be punished under the law.
"Last night, in an academic setting, I raised a theoretical question about how far criminalization should extend toward the consumption of pornography. My words were badly chosen, and in the resulting uproar I was not able to express my abhorrence of child pornography and the sexual abuse of children. I apologize unreservedly to all who were offended by my statement, and most especially to victims of sexual abuse and their families."
Flanagan and Harper have collaborated in publishing and political efforts since the mid 1990s, with Flanagan eventually running the PM's successful campaigns for the leadership of the Canadian Alliance in 2002 and the Conservative Party of Canada in 2004. He was also the senior communications advisor for the Conservatives's successful 2005-2006 campaign.
But the PMO also seemed to distance itself from Flanagan, as Harper's communications head Andrew MacDougall tweeted his revulsion to the comments made by the strategist.
Tom Flanagan's comments on child pornography are repugnant, ignorant, and appalling. #cdnpoli
— Andrew MacDougall (@PMO_MacDougall) February 28, 2013
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January 20, 2012
(Lucidea) SydneyPLUS KM, provider of Library KM software and solutions to Fortune 1000 companies, law firms and government agencies has just announced that its Inmagic division has reacquired Presto, bringing it back into Inmagic's portfolio of library and KM solutions. Presto is a social knowledge management platform integrating knowledge-based content with the "wisdom of the community" to create an Enterprise 2.0 environment that supports your organization's research and business objectives. Inmagic also acquired the applications built using the Presto platform: Presto Social Library, Presto KnowledgeNet, Presto AssociatioNet, and Presto IdeaNet. In late 2011 SydneyPLUS KM acquired Inmagic's Library Suite of products and trademark. Simultaneously, it announced the intent to form a strategic partnership to co-market and support the Presto product line.
January 19, 2012
(First West Capital) First West Capital makes U.S. acquisition possible for Richmond software companyFor many businesses, last year's ongoing economic uncertainty and fluctuating Canadian dollar signaled a time of consolidation. For SydneyPlus, the Richmond-based global provider of knowledge management software, it signaled a time of expansion. In late 2011, with $4 million in funding from First West Capital, SydneyPLUS completed the purchase of Massachusetts-based Inmagic's special library automation business—a purchase SydneyPLUS president Ron Aspe says will give the company great growth opportunities.
July 28, 2008
(Lucidea) On July 1, 2008, Cuadra Associates joined the SydneyPLUS group of companies. For more than 25 years, Cuadra has set the standard for powerful and versatile information management and retrieval software. Now, as before, Cuadra's products continue to earn the highest ratings from their users, while the name Cuadra has become synonymous with quality and integrity. The Cuadra management team, led by Dr. Carlos A. Cuadra and Ms. Judy Wanger, will remain with the company, as will Cuadra's renowned technical support and development staff.
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(Lucidea) SV Technology, maker of LawPort the legal industry's leading Web foundation, portal and KM applications suite, will be integrating with SydneyPLUS International – a leading developer of KM solutions for numerous Fortune 1000 companies.


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Michael Essien named in AC Milan squad to face Torino
Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has been named in AC Milan's 23-man squad to face Torino tonight at the San Siro Stadium.
Essien, who completed his free transfer move early this week, has been training with the Rossoneri since Tuesday.
Compatriot Sulley Muntari also made the cut to face Torino.
Milan coach Clarence Seedorf is likely to field the former Chelsea ace against Ventura's side.
New signing Adel Taarabt trained normally with the rest of the squad on Friday was also named in the squad.
 Here are the 23 players called up for Saturday evening's match:Â
Abbiati, Amelia, Gabriel, Abate, Bonera, Constant, De Sciglio, Mexes, Rami, Zaccardo, Cristante, Emanuleson, Essien (N. 15), De Jong, Honda, Kakà , Montolivo, Muntari, Saponara, Taarabt (N.23), Pazzini, Petagna, Robinho.


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Seventh-day Adventism
Are we really "Pharisees"?
We here at DefCon (as well as our brothers and sisters at other sites, such as Ken Silva and Ingrid Schlueter) use the written Word of God as the rule and basis for everything we believe about God and how one is to worship Him. For that, we are constantly accused of being "Pharisees" by those who would lead the Body of Christ away from the clear teachings of Scripture, and into areas which are questionable (at best) and/or heretical (at worst).
Well, here's my question–what exactly does it mean to be a "Pharisee"? Are we justly accused as Pharisees by the Seeker-Driven™/Purpose-Driven™, "Let's all just get along in unity" church-goer who does not dare speak for fear that it may offend someone? Or is there a more accurate description of a Pharisee? Let us examine the issue.
Objection #1:
The Pharisees were outraged at being called sinners.
Luke 18:9-12—Also He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, 'God, I thank You that I am not like other men—extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I possess.'"
If you deny that you are a sinner, and you think that your "good works" are enough to make you righteous in God's eyes–YOU ARE A PHARISEE!
Romans 5:12—Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned.
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Why we do what we do
Many people who visit DefCon come here seeking truth. They have heard lies and stories told by those who claim to be shepherds and pastors, only to find they have been lied to and misled. Others are new Christians who are looking for help to understand what is truth, where to find it, who can be trusted, and who to should be avoided at all costs.
Then there are some who come here from a mindset, a philosophy, a religion, that is opposed to the truth of God. They are Mormon or Jehovah's Witness or Emegerent or postmodern or they come from the prospoerity gospel, and so on and so forth. Or they may come from The Church of the Fluffybunny–those churches where they would not DARE speak biblical truth, lest somebody's feelings get hurt. They would not DARE talk about sin, lest somebody's self-esteem be injured. They are from an all-inclusive, seeker-sensitive, porpoise-drivel, Osteen/Warren/Schuller/Ed Young type church where truth is simply whatever you want it to be.
So, this person comes to DefCon, sees that we are not afraid of offending anyone, knowing that the cross is "to the Jews a stumblingblock, and to the Greeks foolishness" (1st Corinthians 1:23). And they see us tear down the foolishness of these "little boy preachers," and compare/contrast what they say against the Scripture. And the accusations come flying. We are "Pharisees." We are "judgmental." We are "putting God in a box." We are "the only ones who know the truth." We have never "talked to God." etc. etc. etc
At this point, the question becomes: "Why do we do what we do." That's what you're about to find out. Let me tell you in a parable.
Suppose I served a master who was married to a young bride. This bride is not always wise when it came to the ways of the world (Matthew 10:16). Now, my master is going on a long trip, and will not be back for a long time (John 16:16). While my master is gone, he has entrusted me with the care of his bride (1st Timothy 3:15). I promise that I will look after her, watch over her, and let nothing happen to her. I promise to let no one do violence to her or despoil her (Acts 20:28). After all, my master has gone to great lengths to keep her pure (Ephesians 5:27).
Shortly thereafter, a young man comes knocking at the door. He is a finely-dressed, good-looking, well-spoken young man. But I also know he is not as he seems. Yet, when He asks to come in, I let him in. After all, I don't want to offend him or make him feel bad or unwelcome. Then I step out to go to the store, leaving the young man alone with my master's young bride. When I return, the young man is gone. I go upstairs to find my master's young bride in the bedroom. Her face is bruised, her clothes are torn. She is crying and inconsolable. I know what has happened. I also know that it is my fault that it happened, because I left her alone with someone whose intentions were evil–and I knew it. I have done evil by allowing this evil to be done–all the while thinking my master will never know (Psalm 10:11).
But, my master does know. He has cameras all over the house. He can see everything that happens (Hebrews 4:13). And He has seen that I left His bride with a man who was good-looking outside, but evil resided within him (Matthew 7:15). When He finally returns, will He be angry? I dare say He would be extremely angry for allowing such evil to be done to his bride (Jeremiah 23:1). He would be furious with me for allowing His bride to fall prey to someone that I knew good and well was evil throughout (James 4:17). And He would beat me severely for my disobedience (Luke 12:47).
On the other hand, suppose when that young man came to the door, I knew his intentions (Hebrews 4:12). And instead of letting him in, I proclaimed to the entire neighborhood that he was evil (Philippians 3:17-19). I let it be known to all who could hear that this man who looked so dashing and charming was a snake on the inside (Romans 16:17-18). Thus warned, men kept their brides hidden from him, and would not so much as open the door to him (2nd John 1:9-11). And when my master returned, He would reward me for my obedience (2nd Samuel 22:21; Revelation 22:12).
That, friend, is why we do what we do. Because there are many good-looking, fine-sounding religions that are just waiting to find their way into the true church and wreak havoc upon her. We, with every breath in us, will fight to never let that happen! And will warn everyone we can so they do not fall prey.
Seventh-day Adventism: Satan will bear your sins.
The founding false prophetess of Seventh-day Adventism offered the following doosey of a heresy on page 422 of the book The Great Controversy:
It was seen, also, that while the sin offering pointed to Christ as a sacrifice, and the high priest represented Christ as a mediator, the scapegoat typified Satan, the author of sin, upon whom the sins of the truly penitent will finally be placed. When the high priest, by virtue of the blood of the sin offering, removed the sins from the sanctuary, he placed them upon the scapegoat. When Christ, by virtue of His own blood, removes the sins of His people from the heavenly sanctuary at the close of his ministration, he will place them upon Satan, who, in the execution of the judgment, must bear the final penalty. The scapegoat was sent away into a land not inhabited, never to come again into the congregation of Israel. So will Satan be forever banished from the presence of God and His people, and he will be blotted from existence in the final destruction of sin and sinners.
Rank heresy! Utter blasphemy!
Jesus alone had our iniquity placed upon Him (Isaiah 53:6); He who knew no sin became sin on our behalf (2 Corinthians 5:21); and it was Jesus Christ–God in the flesh–who bore our sins in his body on the cross (1 Peter 2:24).
Seventh-day Adventism exposed.
A fascinating documentary which exposes Ellen G. White as a false prophetess and the SDA's anti-Christian, anti-biblical, heretical teachings.