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THETRADITIONALR.O.B.E.S., P.O. Box 889, Woodburn, OR 97071www.robesnorthwest.orgROBES NewsletterDecember / January 2009Volume 1, Issue 1ROBES Retreat 2008By Marya Kalugin, PresidentROBES non-profit“Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, butjust look what they can do when they stick together.” —Vesta M KellyIn November 2008, eight ROBES board members andsome of their families went on a trip to the coast for theannual retreat. We choose to go away somewheretogether every year so we may leave stresses anddistractions of daily life at home and come together tolearn about each other, how each of us thinks, and findways we can work better together.A retreat is a time to look back at the accomplishmentswe had and look ahead to what we want to see in thefuture. Looking back for us was a joy indeed. With all ofour fundraising efforts, we have built a food booth thatINSIDE THIS ISSUEROBES Retreat 2008 1Board Member Biographies 2-3Editorial 3Save The Date 4Vegan (Postna) Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe 5Destiny 5Holy Days 6Classifieds 6Sports/ Fitness 7Announcements 7is complete, gave away several education grants for theSlavonic language, wrote a monthly newspaper that willnow be bi-monthly and free to all who are interested andlastly, unified our community to begin thinking that whenwe come together, we can accomplish anything.Retreats provide space for teamwork and unify us so we aresuccessful in what our goals are. During this unified time,we reviewed our overall objectives of buildinga community center and an elder care homeand broke them down to smaller projects. Forthe community center, we are still looking forgrants and funds that will help us to purchaseland or a building. For the elder care home, weare looking into ways to purchase a home withseveral rooms in a central location. In themeantime, we will be partnering up withseveral agencies in the counties to helpsupport the needs of the Old Believer elderlypopulation.ROBES Board of Directors. From left to right: Marya Kalugin, Irina Basargin, KeryCam, Irene Gostevskyh, Nadya Cam, Kopy Vshivkoff, Maria Bochkarev, andPalagia Larionov. (Not pictured: Tatiana Hansen)We had a fabulous time during this year’sretreat and want the Old Believer community toknow that we are learning a lot each year andgetting better as we go. We urge everyone tolet us know what we are doing right and whatwe can do better. We are not here to solve eachand every problem we may have, but byworking together, we can begin to chip away atthem and slowly become the non-profitorganization that all of us envision.

Page 2R.O.B.E.S. NewsletterGetting to know the board members...Marya I. Kalugin, President, Board of Director - “Empowering individuals to become strong leaders ofour community.” It is my goal to learn and share ways for us to become a successful community thatworks together raising our children to be strong and proud of what our forefathers struggled to giveus. I am proud to be part of ROBES and am inspired daily by my community’s tenacity and drive tosustain the Old Believer culture.Irene Gostevskyh, Vice President, Board of Director - Irene comes to ROBES with 10 years of experiencewith non profit work. Her motivation to be involved in ROBES is to establish and sustain supportservices for the Russian Old Believer community from the youth to the elderly and to promote RussianOld Believer culture and pride. She envisions the Russian community that has its' own culturallycompetent programs to help foster growth and health for the youth and sustainability for the elderly.Her career has been in advocacy for crime victims as well as support of survivors of domestic andsexual assault. She also has many years experience in public speaking and marketing.Irina Basargin, Asst Vice President, Board of Director - A few years back, I was inspired by a few womenwho had this initiative to meet some of the needs in the Russian Old Believer community. I feel thereare some issues we have to address within our community, and want to be part of the solution. Servingon the board of directors, is very rewarding in just knowing we are here to establish some greatprograms our community will greatly benefit from. In addition to ROBES, I am blessed with my husbandAlexander, 2 daughters, and to work as a real estate broker. Looking forward to what kind ofcommunity our children will inherit, serves as a big part of my motivation.Tatiana Hansen, Secretary, Board of Director - As a Russian preschool teacher and a Russian OldBeliever, I see the great need for us to sustain and preserve the Russian Old Believer culture. Itsaddens me to see our language and traditions slowly disappearing. This is one of many reasons Iwanted to be part of ROBES. I strongly believe we can preserve our culture and continue to have apositive impact on our community.Nadya Cam, Board of Director – I’ve been blessed with many things in this world. My profession as amassage therapist helps heal people and feed my three children, one of whom is disabled. Thoughmany people have been there for us, I’ve seen where many others did not have support. It was my goalwhen I began with ROBES in 2006, that we’d create some of that support. Volunteering does take up alot of energy, but it also gives a lot of hope for possibilities and is rewarding beyond measure.Maria Bochkarev, Treasurer, Board of Director - I’m a mortgage broker by trade and work hard to fit intime every week to work on ROBES projects. I work for ROBES in the capacity of a treasurer, and in thisshort time, I have enjoyed this position and have learned a lot. What motivated and inspired me to joinROBES is the perseverance of the other board members who work together to help preserve culture andprovide support for future generation of Old Believers.

R.O.B.E.S. Newsletter Page 3Getting to know the board members...ContinuedKery Cam, Asst Treasurer, Board of Director - I enjoy fundraising for ROBES. I joined ROBES because Ihave a passion for our native language. My goal is to create a structure and support for my son andothers in the community to get traditional education.Palagia Larionov, Board of Director - I’m the newest member on board of ROBES. I first got connectedto ROBES through my work. I’m an interior designer and was asked to decorate the Ballroom for theirannual Gala event. After seeing what and how much positive impact ROBES can have for ourcommunity, I decided to join. It’s the first non-profit ever in the Russian Old Believer community and Ifeel like this is a great opportunity to contribute my time. It’s important to me that our traditions,culture and our native language survives and thrives within these changing times. If there is anything Ican do to better our community, I will do it.Kopy Vshivkoff, Board of Director - I am a Russian Old Believer that furthered his education; tohopefully make a difference someday. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia & Web Design. Ibecame apart of ROBES to help inform the Russian Old Believer community and others, the goals ofROBES and what we’re trying to do. I plan on accomplishing this with my knowledge in the web. Bybeing the youngest board member, I hope to show that you are never too young to get involved. We,the younger generation are the future and it all starts with us.EditorialSurprise! Yes, we are still around. For those that donot yet know, we are switching over to a free,bimonthly Traditional R.O.B.E.S. Newsletter from TheTraditional Gazetta Newspaper. We felt that thenewspaper was costly in volunteer effort and moneyand that it was taking our focus away from theimportant issues in the community. Our goal with thisnewsletter is to focus more on keeping the OldBeliever community and others up to date with ourinvolvement in the community, while keeping some ofthe elements from The Traditional Gazetta.If you wish to continue receiving this newsletter bymail, please write to us at the address to the right orsend us an email stating that you would like tocontinue receiving by mail. It can also be picked up atyour local fabric store in Woodburn, Oregon and localbusinesses in surrounding area, or downloaded fromthe website. Please, we ask that you only request toreceive by mail if you are unable to pick up a copy fromyour local business or download from the website.www.robesnorthwest.org/Thanks to all who helped make R.O.B.E.S. a success,Kopy VshivkoffEmail: robes@robesnorthwest.orgROBESP.O. Box 889Woodburn, OR 97071

Page 4R.O.B.E.S. NewsletterSave the DateBy Irene GostevskyhWe are excitedly gathering our team of devoted volunteersto once again put on a feast for the Russian Old Believercommunity and the surrounding businesses. This year thedate of the ROBES Gala is June 12th at 5:00 pm. And yes,as you circle this date in your calendar the 12th does fallon a Friday, but I assure you that we will not be askingyou to break your fast. It falls on (sploshna nedelia),therefore it is a (molosniy den) and what is even moreexciting is that Saturday is a day off for most people, sostay till the end and enjoy yourself. Bring your childrenwith you, this is a family event. For a discount on ticketsbuy a whole table of eight and enjoy the evening with yourfamily or friends.We are looking for volunteers to help us with foodpreparation, decoration, auction item procurement, andmany other tasks. We will begin to meet in February toTurn to GALA on Page 8Upcoming PresentationStrengthening Youth RelationshipsWe live in a culture that influences youth to useaggressive, controlling and abusive behaviors to get whatthey want or need. The results are often devastating. Whenyouth are given the opportunity to rise above the average,they will have stronger relationships with their peers, adultsand the opposite sex.ROBES is getting together with ARMS (AbuseRecovery Ministry) to give a series of presentations. Theseinteractive and dynamic presentations equip and encourageyouth towards positive relationships.Our first presentation will be on the dangerous messagesyouth receive from society and how it can impactthem. We will be looking at how stereotypical thinking ofboys replicating Rambo, girls imitating Barbie and findingour uniqueness as men and women through God’s word.This class is for junior high and high school agedyouth. If interested in attending, please RSVP Nadya to joinus on Thursday, January 22 nd at 6pm. Call 503-951-3783.Space is limited, hope to see you there!Last year’s Russian Old Believer Gala, held on May 22, 2008Staying Active ina Positive WayGetting teens together during Postto play basketballSundays, Noon to 3 or 4pmthrough Sunday, January 4thLocation dependingGuys and girls are welcome to participate. Dress warm andbring a basketball if you have one. Games to be played arebasketball, bump, pig, around the world, and more.We started Sunday December 7th and it was a good turn outof people. Both guys and girls showed up, it was about 15 ofus that played. We will start meeting around noon and playuntil about 3pm to 4pm but youare welcome to show upanytime after 12. Our currentlocation is behind LincolnElementary in Woodburn,which is a covered playing area.We are open to any otherlocation that has a coveredbasketball playing area, indooris preferable.Other activities could include flag or tackle football.Following Christmas, I would like to get groups together togo snowboarding, weather permitting.Groups of 20 or more people getgroups rates.Contact Kopy for more infoBy phone 503-951-1714 (call or text)or email: kopyv@robesnorthwest.org

R.O.B.E.S. NewsletterPage 5VEGAN (POSTNA) CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIESSubmitted by Dina Snegirev1. Beat together:2 sticks of margarine1 cup sugar1 cup brown sugar1 tsp. vanilla2. Whisk separately in a cup then add tosugar mixture:2 tsp. b. corn starch1 tbsp water3. Mix dry ingredients then add them tobatter:2 cups flour1 tsp baking powder1 tsp. baking soda2½ cups oatmeal4. Fold in extras to batter as desired:1-2 cups chocolate chips¾ cup raisins and walnutsDrop into cookie sheet by roundedspoonfuls at 375 degrees for 10 min.They will look raw, but as they cool theywill harden and be perfect!*Note: In #2 the cornstarch and waterequals that of 2 eggs, make sure to mixthoroughly before adding to oil/sugarmixture.Upcoming Youth Group EventsMonthly meetings are the first Wednesdayof every month (except for holidays) at theWoodburn Public Library.Next excursion: Jan 20thIce SkatingFor more information, please contact:Julie Kornilkin at 503-263-8290 orMarfa Scheratski at 503-989-8250Youth Group NewsRussian Thrift StoreNOW SERVING AT 2 LOCATIONS!• 1106 Ogle Rd, Woodburn• Off of 99E, across fromWoodburn AuctionOpen every Saturday 9am-4pm,unless a holidayQuestions? Call Efimia Tipikin(503) 263-7736SHORT STORIES BY STEPHANIE GOSTEVSKYHDESTINYHe awoke to the morning radio show, crawled out of bedand could smell the vulgarity of the streets belowseeping into his modern, fashionable apartment with theclassy furniture and the perfect wife. Nothing was everout of place when she was around. He hated that abouther, but at the same time loved his wife with all his heart.He wondered why he did this every day. He shook hishead thinking of the dreaded hours ahead-work as hestepped into the shower. He wondered out loud “whydon’t I ever quit, better take a long vacation” He alwayssaid that, but when it came down to the bitter end, hejust couldn’t quit. Some would have called him a coward,but if they were in his position, they would have done thesame. He was just sick of the extensive hatred andbrutality humans had towards each other it was alwaysanother messy crime scene. Another dead body-a trip tothe morgue.It did help him get through the endless days, to knowthat he had saved another life, solved another mystery.In a way he believes it to be his destiny, but are yousupposed to hate your destiny?

Page 6R.O.B.E.S. NewsletterHOLY DAYS• December 4 (November 21): The Entry of the Most-holy Theotokos• December 19 (December 6): Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia• January 7 (December 25): The Nativity of Our Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ• January 19 (January 6): The Theophany (Epiphany) of Our Lord and God and Savior Jesus ChristJanuary 7 (December 25): The Nativity of Our Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ:But when the fullness of the time hadcome, God sent forth His Son (Galations4:4) to save the human race. And whennine months were fulfilled from theAnnunciation, when the ArchangelGabriel had appeared to the Most-holyVirgin in Nazareth, saying, Rejoice, thouthat art highly favored… behold, thoushalt conceive in thy womb, and bringforth a Son (Luke 1:28, 31), at that timethere went forth a decree from CaesarAugustus that all the people of theRoman Empire should be taxed. Inaccordance with this decree, everyonehad to go to his own town and beregistered. That is why the righteousJoseph came with the Most-holy Virginto Bethlehem, the city of David, for theywere both of the royal lineage of David.Since many people descended on thissmall town for the census, Joseph andMary were unable to find lodging in anyhouse, and they sought shelter in a cavewhich shepherds used as a sheepfold.In this cave—on the night betweenSaturday and Sunday, on the 25 th ofDecember--the Most -holy Virgingave birth to the Savior of the world,the Lord Jesus Christ. Giving birth toHim without pain just as He wasconceived without sin by the HolySpirit and not by man, she herselfwrapped Him in swaddling clothes,worshiped Him as God, and laid Himin a manger. Then the righteousJoseph drew near and worshiped Himas the Divine Fruit of the Virgin’swomb. Then the shepherds came infrom the fields, directed by an angelof God, and worshiped Him as theMessiah and Savior. The shepherdsheard a multitude of God’s angelssinging: Glory to God in the highest,and on earth peace, good will towardmen (Luke 2:14). At that time threewise men arrived from the east, led bya wondrous star, bearing their gifts:gold, frankincense and myrrh. Theyworshiped Him as the King of kings,and offered Him their gifts (Matthew 2).Thus entered the world He Whosecoming was foretold by the prophets,and Who was born in the same mannerin which it had been prophesied: of aMost-holy Virgin, in the town ofBethlehem, of the lineage of Davidaccording to the flesh, at the time whenthere was no king in Jerusalem of thelineage of Judah, but rather whenHerod , a foreigner, was reigning. Aftermany types and prefigurings,messengers and heralds, prophets andrighteous men, wise men and kings,finally He appeared, the Lord of theworld and King of kings, to perform thework of the salvation of mankind, whichcould not be performed by His servants.To Him be eternal glory and praise!AmenCLASSIFIEDSFree to good home. Twofluffy kittens; white andcalico. Already weaned. CallMaria 503-982-4544.Parenting ClassesLearn something new;fun and interactiveclasses where parentscould share parentingtools. Classes beginright after Christmas,don't miss out! ContactJulie Barsukoff 503-989-7388‘97 Honda Civic Coupe.Clean title, runs great,custom rims and tires.Custom exhaust and intake.Great gas mileage. 154Kmiles. $4500 OBO. Call 503-951-3477.‘91 Mercedes 190E 2.6LRuns great. Lots of power.Clean title car. Fully loaded,sun roof, CD, leather seats.167K miles. $3200 OBO. Call503-951-3477.This could beyour ad!!Vinyl windows for sale. Havemany 3x5 and 4x5 whitenon-grid that slide up anddown. Used but in greatshape. $40. Call 503-951-3477.• 1/2 Page $804.9” X 3.65”• 1/4 Page $404.9” x 3.65”• 1/8 Page $202.3” x 3.65”Contact us todayto place your ad!ADVERTISING RATES & SPECIFICATIONS• Classifieds - free up to 25words (up to 2 free, perperson, per issue). $5 perclassified after 2.*Prices subject to changewithout notice.Mail ad submission along with acheck or money order to:ROBESP.O. Box 889Woodburn, OR 97071E-mail to:newsletter@robesnorthwest.org

R.O.B.E.S. NewsletterPage 7FITNESS TIP OF THE MONTHAdapted from the Internet by Kopy VshivkoffEat More Often to Keep Your Metabolism UpIt’s true: the act of eating - in and of itself -actually burns calories. Digesting and absorbingfood accounts for as much as 10 percent of yourmetabolic rate. If you’re trying to lose ormaintain weight, here’s how to use this to youradvantage.1. EAT EVERY 3 TO 4 HOURS. Eating frequentmeals keeps your body working throughoutthe day.AnnouncementsUPCOMING WEDDINGS:Oregon:Vasily Mihailavich Hansen to Sofia Ivanovna OrlovFebruary 1st, 2009Varfalamey Snegirev to Elizaveta Afanasivna ReutovFebruary 8th, 2009Alaska:Dimitian Ivanovich Kalugin to Raisa Ivanovna MartushevFebruary 8th, 20092. KEEP PORTION SIZES SMALL. If you’re eatingfrequently, of course, you’ll need to keepyour overall daily calorie intake undercontrol.3. EAT BREAKFAST. It gets your metabolism upand running. If you make lunch your firstmeal of the day, you’ve missed out on anopportunity to stoke up your metabolism.4. DON’T SKIP MEALS. Your metabolism canactually slow down, leaving you more proneto store fat by the time the day is through.When you eat frequently, you’re more likelyto store energy as muscle.Source: http://ballyfitness.com/FitnessTips/Disclaimer: This advice is for yourinformation only and is not intended todiagnose or treat. Before beginning orengaging in any fitness or exercise program,first consult with your physician.Vasily Mihailavich Hansen and Sofia Ivanovna OrlovBIRTHS:Pavel and Vera ReutovBaby Boy: MaximBorn: November 16th,3:43amWhere: Wasilla, AlaskaWeight: 7lbs 4ozLength: 19"□ Yes! I want to make a tax-deductible contribution. Contribution amount $Name _____________________________________Address ___________________________________ City State ZipPhone ________________________________ EmailPlease make check payable to ROBES and return to: P.O. Box 889, Woodburn, OR 97071. Thank you for your support.

Russian Old BelieverEnhancement ServicesP.O. Box 889Woodburn, OR 97071General E-Mail:robes@robesnorthwest.orgSend Articles to:newsletter@robesnorthwest.orgFor the future of theOld Believer Community:“What we can’t do alone,we can do together”GALA from Page 4plan this exciting event and look forward to working with some of thewonderful volunteers who dedicated themselves to this Gala, as wellas we hope that new volunteers will come to join this fun adventure.Young Russian talent has been evolving and a few new songs havebeen written to sing for you at this fun event. We will also haveRussian skits performed for your entertainment. If you attended lastyear, you know how much fun we had. We are already getting somerequests for tickets. The Gala tickets will most likely be sold out earlythis year. Send in your invitation registrations as soon as you get themin the mail. Invitations will be going out in the first week of February,so look for them in your mail or pick one up at the fabric stores, nextto the newsletter.If you would like to get on board with the Gala committee please call503-329-2171. See you all there!We’re on the Web!Visit us at:www.robesnorthwest.orgROBES Annual Public Board MeetingWhen: Thursday, December 25th, 4-6pmWhere: Hubbard Fire Department, Hubbard, ORWe encourage everyone from the community to attend!R.O.B.E.S.P.O. Box 889Woodburn, OR 97071