Editor: LEONARD A. JOHNSON

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A Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Weekly Publication Volume 5, Number 30, July 22, 2000

Youth Crusade Off To Explosive Start

The year is 2000. Men and women are more concerned with personal achievement and social order than salvation and brotherly love. Crime is on the increase. Pleasure is the chief motivation of the masses. The message is clear. The words of the Apostle Paul written to Timothy in II Timothy 3 reverberate with the unambiguous indication that times will not get any better. Not only true of The Bahamas, but as we look at the entire world, it seems as if brotherly love has gone along the path of extinction. The recent decades seem to indicate that the planet is attempting to tear itself apart with natural disasters. Has God lost control?

The answer was given loud and clear this past week. God is still firmly in control and He still intervenes in the affairs of men and women today. Camp Meeting 2000 ‑ On Line With Christ rocketed off to an explosive start. The speaker, Evangelist T. Basil Sturrup, fresh off an outstanding evangelistic effort, allowed the Holy Spirit to use him in a way hardly seen in recent times. Using good, old-fashioned, Bible‑based preaching with no frills, Evangelist Sturrup poured out fire and brimstone, echoing God's condemnation of sin, but contrasting it with His unconditional love for the sinner. The message was that God is love and He wants you to be with Him. This message was echoed by the nationally acclaimed dynamic Seventh-day Adventist Youth Chorale under the direction of the flamboyant Tony Russell, along with our anointed musicians from our many churches. You cannot afford to miss one evening of these meetings.

What began on Sunday past was not so much a crusade as a revolution. Camp Meeting 2000 ‑ On Line With Christ represents a coming together of the entire church, young and old, new members and seasoned ones, under the youth crusade banner to win souls for Christ. It is a combination of traditional crusade style with an outstanding hosting style that embodies the present‑day awareness of our young people. This revolution has broken down the wall of separation that has existed between young and old in our evangelistic efforts and united us in a common effort to win souls for our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. These outstanding meetings will continue for three more weeks at the tent on Baillou Hill Road nest to National Insurance Board headquarters.

Why a youth crusade, or any crusade at all, when people are so busy with their own activities? The mission of this Adventist movement is the saving of souls for The Almighty, be it in softball or A. Y. or rap sessions. Also, it provides youth an opportunity to target their peer group in an outreach effort, and allows wholesome activity during the summer-time. As such, we should view it as our effort, a church effort, as young and old work responsibly in the mission of the church. Why a crusade at this time? Evangelism is never static but always active, especially as it pertains to our youth. It comes with a different flavour. It affords our youth opportunities to plan, organize and lead out in evangelism. It allows for specific outreach with regard to the peers of youth. Finally, the summer-time is a time when many of our youth have much time on their hands and simply desire wholesome activities and places to attend. Camp Meeting 2000 ‑ On Line With Christ provides an avenue of all of these. And this year’s programme is the most exciting and well‑organized evangelistic campaign ever under the Youth Crusade banner. Do not miss another minute of this.

Camp Meeting 2000 ‑ On Line With Christ reflects a combination of our technological and social awareness and our spiritual mandate. It is a howling reproach for us who attempt to ignore that our first priorities should not be the indicatives of social mobility and personal achievement but rather the imperatives of salvation and brotherly love ‑ being online with Christ. Brethren, let us rise up with a greater readiness as we work in God's programme. The preaching is awesome, the music heavenly.

The revolution has begun. There is a need for more soldiers to fight for Christ and carry His Gospel to a sin‑sick Bahamas. When we, as God's people, engage in an effort for the Almighty and are willing to sacrifice for it, there is no stopping point short of victory. Come out to the joint rally at the Grant's Town Church this afternoon at 6 o’clock and let us commit ourselves to work in God's programme. Work in the effort. Pray for the effort. Stand up and be counted for your Lord and Saviour.

The Good News is out! Jesus saves. This news has been preached for thousands of years now and, praise God, it is still true.

-Audley Mitchell

PARTIAL INTER-AMERICAN DIVISION ELECTION RESULTS

President -Israel Leito

Secretary - Juan O. Perla (formerly Central American Union president)

Treasurer- ___________(nominee declined)

Vice Presidents - Ramon H. Maury (formerly IAD treasurer)

Vice President -Elie Henry (formerly Haitian Union president)

Vice President - Leon B. Wellington (formerly WIU president)

Field Secretary/ADRA - Wally Amundson

Communication Director - L. Anibal Gomez (formerly Communication Director Puerto Rican Union)

Education Director - Carlos Archbold

Health/Temperance Director - Elie Honore

Youth Director - Bernardo Rodriquez (formerly Colombia Union president)

Ministerial Association Secretary - Ivan Omana (formerly Venezuela-Antilles Union president)

Communication, Stewardship, Trust Services and Religious Liberty - Mario Nino

Women’s Ministry - Waveney Martinborough

Children’s Ministries - Evelyn Omana

Sabbath School & Personal Ministries ____________(nominee declined)

-Adalgiza Archbold, Secretary to Israel Leito

COMMUNITY SERVICES

POST HURRICANE SAFETY TIPS

FOR SAFE FOOD AND WATER

Today’s article concludes tips on hurricane precautions. It is our hope that you would read and keep handy the information made available in the Logos as a reference guide and follow recommendations to make your home safe.

1. BOIL ALL WATER for drinking, cooking, preparing baby foods, making ice and mixing drinks.

2. TO MAKE WATER SAFE - bring water to boil and maintain boil for five (5) minutes.

3. Safe water must be used for drinking, bathing and brushing teeth.

4. Water should be stored in clean containers, which must be kept covered.

5. Always use a clean dipper for collecting water from storage containers. Never use your hands to dip water.

6. Do not empty any water collected for use until safe drinking water is restored.

7. Do not wash houses, car or water gardens until normal water services have been restored.

8. Wash fruits and vegetables with safe water before eating them.

9. Make sure food stored in refrigerators, coolers, etc. is still good prior to eating. Thawed meats should be cooked immediately or discarded.

10. Wash hands with clean water before eating and after using the toilet.

11. Ensure human waste is properly disposed.

YOUTH TIDBITS

CAMPSITE, CAMP BAMIVOCA

Camping WILL SOON BE BACK at campsite, Camp Bamivoca.

BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER!

There will be a Campsite redevelopment Committee meeting on Thursday, August 03, at 7 p.m. at the Breath of Life Church.

**Adventist Youth Council meeting will be held tonight following the crusade rally at the Grant’s Town Church at 8:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend in order to finalize plans for youth ministries for the remaining months.

SYMPOSIUM 2000

From August 03 to 06, 2000, International Youth Symposium is to be held in Grand Bahama. It’s the youth conference of the year. Speakers and facilitators are Pastor and Mrs. R. Barron, former youth director of the General Conference; Dr. Elie Honore, Health & Temperance Director of Inter-American Division; Pastor Errol Thomas of West Indies Union; Pastor K. D. Albury, President of Bahamas Conference, and Pastor Darryl Howard of South Atlantic Conference. Host pastor is Paul A. Scavella. Come and join in the training and fun. Make new friends, learn about new cultures, share your ideas, strengthen your faith and enjoy the fun!

3ABN

3ABN services was restored to Grand Bahama on Friday, July 21. We regret any inconvenience caused.

NORTHEAST YOUTH FEDERATION VISITS EXUMA

THEME: T.A.R.G.E.T. 2000

The seven-member female team representing the Northeast Youth Federation touched down on the island of Exuma on Friday, June 23^rd, for what would be a hectic weekend of activities. Under the theme “O God, How Great Thou Art,” Sabbath began with Vesper service at the Mount Thompson Church which was attended by nearly 50 persons, including visitors from the community.

The next morning dawned with all roads leading to the Moss Town Church for Sabbath School which was spirit-filled and inspirational. Once again, numerous members of the community, including the District Education Officer, Mr. H. Christie, and Principal Rolle, teachers and students of the L. N. Coakley High School, were in attendance.

The Divine service was historic as this was the first time that the baccalaureate service of the 2000 graduating class of the high school was held at an Adventist church on Exuma. The beautiful Sabbath day concluded with an Adventist Youth service filled with drama, dialogue and music. The youth and older members, including Elder and Sister Clarke and Sister Leona Curtis, displayed, their acting abilities.

We toured the beautiful island from Williams Town to Rolleville on Sunday with special tour guides Wayde and Terri Rolle. The hospitality of the Exumians and Pastor Major was first class and we praise God for all the blessings He showered on all of us.

CONGRATULATIONS

The Breath of Life Church family, and especially Sis. Marilyn Bonamy, congratulates Yamma St. Fleur on her graduation from Success Training College with an associate degree in Computer Systems Management

AUGUST MONDAY HOLIDAY

FAMILY FUN DAY

The explosive Youth Crusade will suspend its regular format for one night to allow for one of the most spectacular showing of physical prowess of Bahamas Conference “Youth” this millennium has ever experienced. On August Monday, the Thomas A. Robinson Stadium will come to life with an evening of ‘ Comper-ticipation’. Calling all Choir members, pastors, deacons, students, Pathfinder directors, AY leaders, athletes, scrap groups. Let’s stay connected. . . as we cheer on our vibrant youths, watch our children play, crack up over the pastor’s race, and look in amazement at our deaconesses perform Tae-Bo?

NOTE OF THANKS

Bro. Jay R. Thompson expresses thanks to all members especially the Hillview Church family who assisted with donations and other tasks to make the Whit Monday medical cookout for Elder Eric Bain a success.

EXPRESSION OF THANKS

Mr. C. Melvin Lewis, Treasure of Bahamas Conference of SDA expresses thanks and appreciation to all local church treasurers, for submitting their churches’ reports on time. We are investigating a new accounting software that will make compiling reports easier. Watch for future details.

BAHAMAS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

BAE is accepting applications for 3 elementary Schoolteachers 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.

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.

ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE

Churches that ordered Vacation Bible School Supplies can collect their orders from the ABC on Wulff Road. Program Lesson Help Booklets are also available at the ABC.

ALLISON MASON IN CONCERT

August 12, 2000, at 8:30 p.m. in the ballroom of Government House, Allison Mason will host a concert under the theme “A Nation to Build. . .” Works of Bahamian composers will be featured. Guest Artist will be Pat Rahming. Donation $20. Part proceeds for Stephen Brown’s medical fund.

Sun sets today at 8:00 p.m.

Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:56 p.m.

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