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Family Islands Conventions

Over on the Island of San Salvador Pastor L. A. Johnson and Dr. J. Carey joined up with Pastor Duncombe and the local membership to commence convention. However, there was an added feature as a Bible Marathon was launched on Friday, January 28. Scores of students along with their principal, Mr. Burrows, reported for the initial reading. Dr. Carey preached on Friday night and Pastor Johnson delivered the Sabbath morning message.

Pastors Toote and Clarke traveled to Eleuthera to share the joys of convention with the pastor and members there. Tarpum Bay and Rock Sound came together on Sabbath morning to hear Pastor Clarke while Pastor Toote and Pastor Boateng traveled to the north to meet with believers. Delivering the message was Pastor Toote. Over all, the weekend was uplifting.

Pastors M. A. Smith and H. A. Roach preached in convention in the South Andros district.

Finally, Pastors Leo C. Rolle and W. T. Adderley traveled to Crooked Island to minister to the saints of God in Landrail Point. Services were conducted on Sabbath morning and on Sunday and Monday evenings. Reports also indicate a grand weekend of Biblical preaching, good gospel music and fellowship.

Today, Convention 2000 continues in Abaco and North Andros.

YEAR-END AUDIT PASTORAL AND DEPARTMENTAL ASSIGNMENTS

South Andros Pastor L. C. Rolle

Cat Island Pastor W. T. Adderley

Maranatha/Philadelphia Intern L. Williams

North Andros Dr. John Carey

Auditing Roderick N. Sands

ABC Manager S. Neil McKinney

VETERAN COUPLE RETIRES

The retirement of Pastor and Mrs. Roy Hanna produces a void in the worker force of Bahamas Conference that will be difficult to fill. Their combined contribution of over 80 years, is greatly appreciated and will long be remembered.

After a stint at Bahamas Academy, this missionary-minded couple left footprints on a number of the Family islands. Their first appointment outside Nassau was in Andros, where Pastor Hanna supervised the district and his wife ran the school. Some of their other appointments included work on Eleuthera and Cat Island.

Pastor Hanna, also a well-known educator, has pastored at one time or another most of the churches here in Nassau. Among these were Centreville, Grant's Town, Hillview and his most recent appointment, Philadelphia, where he rendered commendable service. Sister Hanna's contributions were mainly in the classroom of Bahamas Academy, especially her work with the tiny tots.

A man with a quiet spirit but firm conviction, Pastor Hanna represents mature experience and judgement. His gift to win his own family to the Truth is something to be admired.

This dedicated couple has raised a nice, talented family --three sons and two daughters. Two of their children are giving their services to the cause of God.

We wish Pastor and Mrs. Roy Hanna God's richest blessings as they retire from active service. -Ruth McKinney

Pastor and Mrs. Roy I. Hanna

to be Honoured Tonight in an appreciation Banquet in the Nassau, Marriott Hotel Ballroom.

SDA LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE

The annual SDA Law Enforcement Officers' Service will be held at Grant's Town on February 12, 2000, at 4:00 p.m. This will be a joint service. All members are encouraged to support our SDA Law Enforcement Officers by attending.

Educationally Speaking

Motivating Educators and Students Part I

Whereas in times past activities were the MEANS and the ENDS of teaching, today the emphasis is on standards. Standards are the ends and activities are the means we need to use to help students get there.

All students will leave grades 4, 8 and 12 having demonstrated competency over challenging subject matter including English, mathematics, science, foreign language, civics, and government, economics, art and geography, and every school in America will ensure that all students learn to use their minds well, so they may be prepared for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment in one American modern economy.

We need to consider seriously the above and make it our goal as well. How shall we do this? We have to motivate ourselves . Motivation is intrinsic. One may have the knowledge and will to achieve these ends, but this will not happen without the desire to do so. Motivation has been compared to a motor vehicle. The steering wheel helps to direct you where you want to go, but it is the engine that supplies the power to go.

Educators must be motivated to perform and display their enthusiasm in the task to be performed. If they are not enthusiastic their students will not be. (Stay tuned for part III)

-Iris Henry, Education Director, WIU

**Bahamas Conference Executive Committee meeting will convene, Sunday, February 20, 2000, at Bahamas Academy Auditorium.

**SDA Burial Society meeting will be held Monday, February 7, 2000 at the Grant's Town Church. Total death taxes for 1999 is seven.

SOUTHWEST REGION CRUSADE TEAM

Will meet for a joint rally 3:00 p.m. today at the Berea Church. All members of Hillview, Good News, Berea and Breath of Life churches are encouraged to support as we make plans for the upcoming crusade beginning March 5^th.

BAHAMAS ACADEMY SECONDARY P.T.A. MEETING

A special Valentine Teachers' appreciation meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2000, at the school. All parents are especially invited.

YOUTH TIDBITS

*You are cordially invited to attend the wedding ceremony of the Centreville, Ephesus and Living Faith S.D.A. churches as they unite as the Northeast Youth Federation on Saturday, 19^th February' 2000, at 3:45 in the afternoon at the Centreville S.D.A. Church, 5^th Terrace. Dress: Semi-formal. Admisson: Unlimited

A reception will be held immediately following the service.

**.Schedule of youth activities April to August, 2000:

April 16 - 23 Youth Congress

May 1 - 7 *Advance Youth Training - Pastor Errol Thomas

May 26 - 28 *Singles Ministries Seminar, South Ocean

July 16 - August 6 *Youth Crusade

August 13 - 20 *Pathfinders Camp, South Andros

**SOUTHWEST Youth Federation will host its first Federation Weekend Feb. 4 - 6 at the Berea Church under the theme "Unity Is Strength". Please feel free to attend.

**On Sunday, February 13, Southwest Federation will host a Love Banquet at Workers' House. Please contact your local A. Y. Leader for tickets.

**Youth Congress will be held in Jamaica April 16 to 23, 2000. Persons interested should contact the youth department at #361-8683 to secure space on Air Jamaica. A $50.00 refundable deposit is required.

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**It's a boat cruise! Harmonious Praise presents "What's Love Got to Do With It" boat cruise Saturday, February 19, 2000. The Glass Bottom Party Boat departs from the Prince George Dock at 8:00 p.m. Tickets available from group members. Donation $10. Children under 10 free.

BAHAMAS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

Has vacancy for 2 Part-time Janitresses. Applications available at the school on Penny Bank Lane.

**Registration is now in progress for the new school year, September, 2000, for K 2 - K4 and K5 - Grade 6. February 25^th, 2000, at 9 o'clock is the scheduled date for our ENTRANCE EXAM for students entering Grades 1 - 6. Applications are available at the school on Penny Bank Lane. For more information please call 393-8898.

**CAT ISLAND EASTER WEEKEND**

Persons wishing to travel to Cat Island during the Easter weekend on Bahamasair are requested to contact Bro. Norman Seymour at #324-6744. Persons interested in traveling by charter are requested to contact Bro. Cephas Ward at #361-7428.

BETHANY MARRIAGE SEMINAR

The Bethany/Living Faith Churches will host a week-long Marriage Millennium Seminar February 20 to 27, 2000. All married couples and prospective couples are encouraged to attend. Watch for details. -S. Wood

**Northeast Lay Activities Federation meeting will be held today at 4:30 p.m. at Centreville. Lay Activities Leaders, Community Services Leaders and assistants, Secretaries are asked to be present.

NORTHWEST LAY ACTIVITIES FEDERATION

**A Special meeting for all pastors, elders, and Federation officers of the Northwest Federation will be held Sunday, February 6, at Grant's Town Church at 9:00 a.m.

The 1^st 2000 5 -K

Health and Family Fun Walk/Run will be held February 6, 2000, beginning at 7:00 a.m. at the New Englerston church. For information please call Pastor J. Duncombe at 322--5110 or 322-1926.

ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE

Invites Vacation Bible School Coordinators to submit orders for vacation Bible school supplies by February 25, 2000. Theme for this year is "Kids in the Kitchen." Please call the numbers listed below to place or fax orders in.

-S. Neil McKinney

NEW TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR BAHAMAS CONFERENCE

Facsimile No. #341-4088 Regular lines #361-8683 and #341-4087.

HEALTH MINISTRIES DEPARTMENT

The Health Ministries Director would like for all Health Ministries Leaders, Youth Directors/Pathfinders and other persons interested in health to meet with Sisters Alvira Thompson and Idamae Hanna on Sunday, February 6, at the New Providence Church at 10:30 a.m. to formulate plans for the upcoming Health Seminar, Float and Fair to be held at the end of April, 2000.

*Bahamas Academy Secondary Division needs temporary teachers (January to June, 2000) for the following subjects.

Physical Education - Grades 7 - 12

Literature - Grades 7 -9 and 11

Math - Grades 9 and 10

Interested persons should contact the Principal at phone 393-3381 as soon as possible.