Northern Region Holds Convention

Led by President K. D. Albury, a team of departmental officials and their families, as well as pastors and members from Abaco came to fellowship with us and be blessed.

In bold letters, the theme of the Convention, "Experiencing The Certainty of His Coming", stood out before us giving hope and courage to press on.

The special guests for the occasion were Dr. and Mrs. Paulien of Andrews University and Mrs. Henry of West Indies Union. As Pastor Paulien spoke nightly, he opened our dark understanding and did not our hearts hunger for more! He spoke on topics such as:

1. Seven guiding principles for Bible study

2. The Risk of SDAs setting dates for Christ's return.

3. Things are not always what they appear to be.

4. The Devil's work of imitation through false prophets and teachings deceiving even the very elect.

5. Satan's false philosophy - Wherever it abounds the suicide rate is strong e.g., Sweden and New Zealand.

During the Sabbath School period the stage was set and a wonderful view of heaven was highlighted. The Adventist Youth session depicted our heritage and the early beginnings of the work here on Grand Bahama. The final charge came from President Albury as he encouraged the brethren to be faithful. Saturday climaxed with a Youth banquet at Workers' House.

On Sunday officers met once more for a workshop. The morning's thought was brought to us by Mrs. Iris Henry, who encouraged us to follow the Lord's example to be a 'people person' and share the gospel. The rest of the time was spent in departmental meetings. Another convention has passed into eternity but it will not be soon forgotten because it is number one of the century. Hats off to our convention choir for its splendid performance and faithfulness. - E. Lopez

Pastor and Mrs. Roy I. Hanna

to be Honoured

Reports reaching headquarters indicate that ticket sales is going well. Therefore, all persons needing tickets need to do so by Monday, January 31. Purchase of tickets at the door cannot be guaranteed as there is a quota arrangement between the Conference and the hotel. Persons planning to attend need to contact their pastor and pay for their ticket by Monday, January 31.

The banquet will be one that you will enjoy and long remember. Plan now to attend!

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

We have come to a time in our history when change is again dictating how we educate our children to cope with new ways of thinking and doing. Advancement in the use of technology, especially information technology, has pushed us, if I may use a hyperbole here, light years away from the decades preceding the 1960's. The students of today can no longer compete or survive with only the knowledge of that generation, and for this reason, educators must equip themselves to function within the context of this changed and changing milieu.

The United States showed its recognition of this fact when in 1994 President Clinton signed the Goals 2000: Educate America Act calling for the following results by the year 2000:

All Children will start school ready to learn

90% graduation rate

All children competent in core subjects

First in the world in math and science

Safe, disciplined, drug-free schools

Professional development for educators.

Increased parental involvement in learning.

The truth is that whereas in times past activities have been the MEANS and the ENDS of teaching, today the emphasis is on standards. Standards re the ends and activities are the means we need to use to help students get there. (Stay tuned for part II)

-Iris Henry, Education Director, WIU

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, January 23^rd, at the New Providence Church at 10:00 a.m. to formulate plans for the upcoming Health Seminar, Float and Fair to be held at the end of April, 2000.

ELDERS' WIVES CLUB

A meeting will be held January 30, 2000, at 2:00 p.m. at the Centreville Church for all Elders' wives. - Alice Cherenfant, President and Florence Rahming, Secretary

TEACHERS NEEDED!

Bahamas Academy Secondary Division is inviting applications for the following positions for the 2000/2001 school year:

2 English Language and Literature Teachers

1 Math Teacher

1 Health Science Teacher

1 Physical Education Teacher

1 Janitress

1 Cafe Worker

1 Secretary

Interested persons may obtain application forms from the school on Wulff Road between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Fully completed applications must be submitted to the Principal by March 31, 2000.

**Bahamas Academy Secondary Division also 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.

**Cat Island SDA Advancement Society Meeting will be held tomorrow, Sunday, January 30, 2000, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hillview Church.**

WOMEN'S MINISTRIES

All ladies traveling to Camp Kulogna for the Women's Ministry Retreat are asked to meet with Sister Scavella at the Living Faith Church immediately following the joint meeting on Sabbath afternoon, January 29.

**SDA Law Enforcement Officers Committee Meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. today at the Grant's Town Church. The following persons are asked to attend: Curtis Bryan, Vivian Rolle, Levi Lloyd, Chris Symmonette, Magdalene Meadows and Teddy McDonald.

YOUTH TIDBITS

Watch LISTEN UP 10:30 a.m. tomorrow on ZNS TV.

**SOUTHEAST Youth Federation officers will meet tomorrow, Jan. 30, at Bahamas Academy at 8:30 a.m.

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**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 by January 27

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**A very important meeting is called for all Youth Chorale members and persons interested in joining the Chorale today, 29^th Jan. at 3:30 p.m., at the Hillview church. Please be on time.

**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 a Janitress. 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.

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

COMMUNITY SERVICES MOBILE UNIT

PARTIAL SCHEDULE FOR 2000

Berea Jan.30 - Feb. 12

Bethany Feb. 13 - Feb. 26

Breath of Life Feb. 27 - Mar. 11

Centreville Mar 12 - Apr. 1

Ephesus Apr. 2 -Apr. 15

Francophone Apr. 16 - Apr. 29

Grant's Town Apr. 30 - May 13

Good News May 14 - May 27

Hillview May 28 - Jun. 10

Johnson Park Jun. 11 - Jun. 24

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 call Pastor J. Duncombe at 322--5110 or 322-1926.

LAY ACTIVITIES

**Joint Crusade Rally for the churches in the Northeast Lay Activities Federation will be held today at 4:30 p.m. at the Living Faith Church. (Bethany, Centreville, Living Faith, Ephesus, Philadelphia and Maranatha.

**The Lay Activities Federations will hold elections for 2000 at the following times and places:

SOUTHWEST: Monday, January 31, Hillview at 7:00 p.m. (Churches - Hillview, Berea, Bethel, Good News and Breath of Life).

SOUTHEAST: Thursday, February 3, at New Providence Church at 7:00 p.m. (Churches -New Providence, Bethany, Maranatha and Philadelphia).

NORTHEAST: Tuesday, February 01, at Centreville at 7:30 p.m (Centreville, Ephesus, Living Faith).

All Lay Activities Leaders, Assistant, Lay Activities Secretaries and Community Services leaders are required to be in attendance. at their respective Federation meetings.

ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE

Invites Vacation Bible School Coordinators to submit orders for vacation Bible school supplies by February 25, 2000. Theme for this year "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.