THE LOGOS

A Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Weekly Publication Volume 5, Number 34, August 19, 2000

NCU's First Graduation of The New Millennium The Campus of Northern Caribbean University was full of activities this weekend as it saw its first graduation for the new millennium. The graduating class of 2000 chose as their theme "Connected." Included in the graduating class were a number of our own young people from the Bahamas. These were Jeremiah Duncombe Jr. and Shaketra Knowles, both graduating with a B.A.s in Music Education, Samantha Rolle, with a B.A. in Secondary Education, Velma Moss and Tara Johnson both with B.Sc.s in Business Administration, Kerry-Ann Cargill with a B.A. in Office Administration, Jermaine Pitter with an A.Sc. in Information Science, Karla Wright with a B.Sc. in Medical Technology and Ian Johnson with an A.Sc. in Business Administration. Congrats!

The weekend of activities got underway with the Friday afternoon Consecration Service at which our own Dr. Leonard Johnson, Secretary of Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, delivered a thought-provoking homily reminding us to keep connected to ourselves, to others and to our God. The Baccalaureate Address on Sabbath morning was presented by Dr. William Loveless, Senior Pastor of the Loma Linda University Church in California. In a dramtic fashion he reminded his listeners that "Failure is never fatal, Success is never final and Courage is always crucial." This was followed by the Senior Class program later that afternoon which included the Pinning of the nursing graduates and a composition - The Class Song, "Connected," by Jeremiah Duncombe and Terry-Ann Walters.

The Commencement Service was held on Sunday in the new, but unfinished, NCU Gymanatorium. The Speaker was Dr. Willie Gary, Attorney-at-law, who reminded the graduates that they can be successful, but it takes hard work and a connection with God. The graduates left the building charged up and ready to face life's experiences .-By Vincent B. Duncombe



Quit Now New Smoking Study

The risk of smoking-related lung cancer is much higher than previously thought, a new study on smoking shows. The benefit of quitting-even at age 50 or later-is also higher than had been believed, say researchers at Oxford University in England.

The study, published August 3 in the British Medical Journal, found that lifelong male smokers have a 16 percent chance of dying from lung cancer by age 75, and those who smoke more than 25 cigarettes a day have a 24 percent chance. Women smokers have a 10 percent chance of dying from lung cancer by age 75, and 19 percent if they are heavy smokers. These percentages are more than double those suggested by earlier studies.

The study also concludes that a 50-year-old male smoker who quits will more than halve his risk of dying from lung cancer to six percent, while quitting at age 30 cuts the risk even further to 1.7 percent. Similar reductions in risk percentages apply to female smokers who quit.

"The message for smokers from this study is 'Quit now-the sooner, the better,'" says Thomas Neslund, a health spokesperson for the Adventist Church worldwide. "This explodes the old argument that it's not worth the effort, in terms of health benefit, for a longtime smoker to give up the habit."

An estimated 157,000 people in the United States will die from lung cancer this year. According to World Health Organization statistics, one third of the world's population over 15 years of age are smokers. Of these, a disproportionate number-800 million-are in developing nations.

The Adventist Church strongly promotes a tobacco-free lifestyle, and has developed a number of anti-smoking programs that are offered around the world. Anti-tobacco

education for young people, using an innovative peer-to-peer approach, is also a priority for the church, says Neslund.



YOUTH ON-LINE

GOSPEL CRUSADE

The Youth On-line gospel crusade came to a climax on Sabbath with the addition of eight individuals accepting Jesus as Saviour, and sealing their decision in baptism.

Even though Evangelist Sturrup was not well enough to deliver the sermon on Friday evening and Sabbath morning, God provided a man in the person of Pastor Clarke who delivered the Word, kept the audience raptured with his charismatic style, and brought the meetings to a successful end.

The crusade was brought to a climax with a gospel concert on Sabbath afternoon. Evangelist Sturrup sends a heartfelt thanks to all those who worked to make the effort a success.

Continue to pray and encourage our new believers in Christ.-Pastor Lynden O. Williams



CAMP SOUTH ANDROS



Approximately 158 persons showed up for Camp South Andros which commenced on Sunday, August 13. According to information received, the campers are having a great time. A full report will be in next week's Logos.



LAY ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT



**All Lay Activities Adventist Men and Community Services Leaders are asked to assemble at 5:30 p.m. today at the Centreville Church for a very important meeting.

**Churches are encouraged to utilize the period of August 13 to September 30, 2000, for local Lay Evangelistic Efforts.

**Please be reminded that the Sabbath School Teacher Training Course should be conducted in each church in anticipation of the upcoming graduation to be held on Sabbath, September 2, 2000.

**Urgent call for all photos for the Ingathering booklet 2000. Kindly submit to Mrs. J. Duncombe immediately.

-Dr. M. D. Toote, Director



BAHAMAS ACADEMY CONTINUING EDUCATION DIVISION



One optimistic educator once said that, given time and effort, anyone can learn anything. At the Bahamas Academy Continuing Education Division, we do not claim to be able to teach you anything, but if you have the desire and are willing to devote the time, you can learn something that will enhance your future. The programme at BACE is designed to assist working adults improve their academic level and acquire certain practical skills.

In addition to the regular BGCSE and BJC courses, Bahamas Academy Continuing Education Division is offering the following new courses: Vegetarian Cooking, Auto Body Repair, Conversational Creole and English as a second language.

Don't exclude yourself because of your age. Check out the offering at BACE, a and enroll in a course that will help you achieve your educational or professional goal. For information, call #393-9362 (Mon. To Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).



CAMPSITE BAMIVOCA

The redevelopment Committee of Campsite Camp Bamivoca would like to wish the campers of Camp South Andros, 2000 a wonderful and exciting time. May the Lord be your guide and protector as you make your journey to South Andros.





BAHAMAS ACADEMY SECONDARY

**BAS is accepting applications for a Janitress for the 2000/1 school year. Application forms are available at the school between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, and between 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Fridays.

**BA Secondary needs a Bible teacher for the 2000/2001 school year. Interested person should call the principal at 393-3381 or Dr. John Carey at 324-0470.



VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Bahamas Academy Secondary is seeking the help of volunteers to teach math class after school. Interested persons should contact the principal at #393-3381 at the school between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, and between 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Fridays.



BAHAMAS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

**Bahamas Academy Elementary school needs a Physical Education Teacher for the 2000/2001 school year. Interested persons should call the principal at 393-8898, or Dr. John Carey at 324-0470.



EARLY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE

The Grant's Town Church extends an invitation to persons to attend early morning worship each Sabbath from 8:00 to 9:00 o'clock.

EDITOR'S NOTE

Communications Secretaries are invited to submit stories on special events, death announcements of members and happenings to the Communications Department for printing in the Logos. All information should be typewritten, no longer than 500 words and submitted to #341-4088 by 11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays.



HEALTH MINISTRIES

From September 13 to 17, Elder Milton Gregory, along with Dr and Mrs. Marshall and Gladys Hollingstead from Pacific Health Center, will conduct a seminar on Nutrition and Cancer.

From now through December the full health areas will be promoted by health directors in the local churches: August - Exercise and Health; September -Nutrition and Health; October -Mental Health; Men's/women's and children's health issues; and December - Financiali Health.

Sun sets today at 7:42 p.m.

Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:34 p.m.



HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE

Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Ps. 119:105

Observation: What does the context say?

Interpretation: What does the text mean?

Application: What does it mean to your life?





ALL CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES LEADERS are asked to assemble at Hillview Church in the upper eastern wing on Sabbath August 26, 2000, at 6:00 p.m. for a very important meeting.



NEW ARRIVAL - Congratulations to Dr. and Mrs. Toote on the arrival of a beautiful, bouncing baby girl - born Tuesday, August 15. Mother and daughter are both doing well.



WANTED - Front Desk job available. Call Human Resources at 327-7921 or 327-8153





YOU ARE INVITED - to attend the "Renewed in Chrst" gospel crusade at Maranatha SDA Church beginning tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. and continuing nightly, Sunday - Thursday, until September 9. Come, bring the family and a friend.



NCU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Northern Caribbean University (formerly West Indies College) Alumni reformation Monday, September 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Johnson Park Church in the basement. For further information call Barry Saunders at 356-8367.



GOSPEL EXTRAVAGANZA - with Gospel Trail, Sunday, September 3, at Worker's House, Harrold Road. Donation $10.00.



PRESCHOOL EDUCATION CERTIFICATE Persons interested in pursuing the above course at COB, please contact Sherine Grant at 356-3085 or 327-6640, Ext 6157 ASAP.



GRANT'S TOWN 70TH ANNIVERSARY

Join Grant's Town in their 70th Church Anniversary celebrations September 8-9, 2000 at the church on Wellington Street. All former members and friends are invited to attend.



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