Another Church Is Dedicated

The dedication, which commenced shortly before 3 p.m. with the cutting of the ribbon by Curline Johnson Lundy, attracted both church and community individuals from near and far. Coming from abroad was a team of both Union and Conference officers, workers and members. The union delegation comprised all three officers, which is rather rare, given the demands of West Indies Union. As for the local conference, Pastor Albury, his officers, departmental directors, pastors and office workers made the trip. Also in attendance were Mr. Alvin Smith, Member of Parliament for the area, and Senator Lonnie Smith, a nearby resident and friend.

Following greetings from numerous Church leaders in the community as well as Conference pastors, Pastor Albury introduced Pastor Wellington, who in turn delivered a powerful message on the church. Elder L. B. Wellington, President of West Indies Union, noted that "The church is a group of Christian people" as well as "an organization that Christ gives life to...." He also explained that "This church must be Christ-centered and people- oriented." A dedicatory prayed by Pastor N. S. Fraser ensued. Later, the corner-stone was laid by Pastor Wellington. Moderator for the occasion was Pastor Owusu Boateng, district pastor.

The Conference Administration commends Pastor Boateng, his family and members for an impressive service and the hospitality rendered.

COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT

The Community Services Departments of the Northern Region are alive and well. Dr. M. D. Toote along with other qualified presenters converged on Grand Bahama May 4 to 7, 2000, to conduct the 3^rd annual Community Services Workshop.

This program is designed to equip the Laity for wider service in the conference. It also seeks to break away from the traditional concept of Dorcas to include areas of community work such as grief recovery, working with Government agencies and social services, abuse in terms of children and spouses, drugs, alcohol and discovering ways to minister to persons affected in the various areas.

Some fifty persons participated in these workshops and were richly blessed. Dr. Toote challenged the graduates to continue to broaden their visions and sharpen their effort as we move into the 21^st century. Other presenters included Elder Harold Campbell from West Indies Union, Dr. John Carey, Pastor Barrington Brennen and Mrs. L. Duvalier.

A new committee to guide the community thrust was established under the leadership of Pastor Tinker. To activate its mission, the committee assisted the burnt victims of Abaco by supplying them with much needed supplies of blankets, pillows and quilts.

Surely, the Lord has been blessing the Northern Region as we seek to fulfill God's commission to reach out to our brothers and sisters in need. -P. Scavella,, Field Secretary, N.R.

SALEM SDA CHURCH CONDUCTS CRUSADE

For three weeks, the members of the Salem SDA Church (Abaco -Francophone), along with Evangelist Marc Charles, shared the message of salvation with the community of Marsh Harbour.

As a result of their witness, the preaching of the gospel, and the workings of the Holy Spirit, on Sabbath, May 27, a number of persons took their stand for Jesus by being baptized. To God be praised. Please pray for these new believers and also the continual spreading of the gospel in the Abaco District. - Pastor A. Burrows

Pastor Is Ordained

In what is considered a high service of Adventists, Church leaders, members and family members converged on the historic Grant's Town SDA Church for the ordination of Pastor Andrew Burrows June 30.

Pastor Andrew Eugene Burrows, a young man who "grew up" spiritually at the Grant's Town SDA Church was most gratified along with his wife, Karen Marie, to have been set aside for ministry.

Presenting him was Dr. Leonard Johnson, Executive Secretary of the Conference. Pastor Johnson shared the experience and evangelistic accomplishments of the ordinand. However, the highlight was the sermon delivered by the Chief Pastor of West Indies Union comprising the Bahamas, Elder Leon B. Wellington, which was preceded by special music rendered by the Grant's Town Sanctuary Choir under the directorship of Nelson Bain. Pastor Wellington who employed a narrative of Peter in John 21 commissioned young Pastor Andrew Burrows to "feed both lambs and sheep." In addition, he charged him "to preach the word and not the opinion of men". He also urged him to "exalt and exhort" as well as "speak the word earnestly and with sincerity". Upon completion of the message Pastor Paul Scavella, Field Secretary for the Northern Region, escorted Pastor Burrows to the platform for the prayer of consecration, which was well done by Senior Pastor H. A. Roach. This prayer will long be remembered. Pastor N. S. Fraser, Executive Secretary of West Indies Union, charged Pastor Andrew to be committed to the ministry and said that he should be a steward of God's Word. Pastor Keith D. Albury, Conference President, welcomed Pastor Burrows into the fraternity of ordained ministers. Next, Sister Ann Albury, president of the Shepherdess Club, welcomed Sister Karen Burrows to sorrows and joys of service as a minister's wife.

The service ended with remarks and an emotional prayer by newly, ordained minister Andrew Burrows.

Sun sets today at 7:59 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 8:02 p.m

MARSH HARBOUR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES PRAYER BREAKFAST

Mrs. Arleen Sands, Women's Ministries Director for the Northern Region, left the women of Marsh Harbour on a spiritual high. She was the speaker at the recent prayer breakfast held in Marsh Harbour on May 28. Under the topic "Women of Faith," Mrs. Sands reminded the ladies that faith is belief without proof and trust without reservation. Examples were drawn from such Biblical figures as Hannah, Sarai, Ruth, Naomi and Esther.

Esther was remembered for having been a woman of action, combining faith with works to save her people. We are admonished that, like Esther, in the face of life-threatening circumstances, we should stand. We should pray as if everything depended upon God and act as if everything depended on us.

She also focused on the woman with the twelve- year issue of blood. "Issues," Sister Sands said, are anything that causes life to leak from us slowly. We learned from the woman with the issue that we, should press toward Jesus until we touch Him. We, will know when we touch Him because He will touch us back.

Accompanying Mrs. Sands were eight ladies from the Women's Ministries Department of the Freeport Church. Special thanks to Sis. Karen Burrows, director for the Marsh Harbour Church, and all the ladies from the Abaco district for making this weekend possible. A heart-felt thank you to the ladies from Freeport for coming over to Abaco and sharing with us. -Nadine Palmer

ASI CONVENTION 2000

ASI (Adventist-Laypersons' Services and Industries) CONVENTION 2000 BARBADOS August 31 to September 3, 2000. All are invited. Contact Roderick Sands at #361-8683 or #341-4087. Coming Sunday, June 18, at 6:00 p.m. ASI Professional Seminar and Pinning Service dinner will be served.

3ABN IS STILL OFF IN FAMILY ISLANDS

The equipment needed for the upgrade have not arrived. Upon arrival they will be installed.

-Communications Dept.

YOUTH TIDBITS

CONGRATULATIONS to Deval Smith, daughter of Katerina Smith of Centreville church, who graduated with a bachelor of science degree in biology with honors from the University of New Haven, Connecticut. Deval plans to continue on to medical school at UWI.

**Congratulations to Genevie Sturrup of Philadelphia who graduated Sunday, June 4, with a bachelor of arts degree in banking and international finance with honours from Sojourner-Douglass College

** Congratulations to Jay R. Thompson, son of Sis Hadassah Guillaume-Thompson and member of Hillview Church, who graduated from Florida A & M University as an electronic engineer.

**Joint Youth Rally will be held Sunday, June 18, 2000, at Berea Church at 7:30 p.m. Theme "On-line With Christ WWW. Salvation.Com."

**June 21 -July 16- BAE Summer Classes

**July 16 - Aug. 6 -Youth Crusade

**August 7 - Sports Day

**August 10-13- International Youth Symposium to be held in Grand Bahama.

**August 13 - 20 -Youth Pathfinders Camp, South Andros

BACE AWARDS CEREMONY

The Bahamas Academy Continuing Education Division invites you to attend its ninth annual awards ceremony on Thursday, June 15, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. at the New Providence Church, Soldier Road.

BAHAMAS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

BAE is accepting applications for 3 elementary School-Teachers 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.

B. A. SECONDARY TIDBITS

Graduation Services:

1. Baccalaureate service, Sabbath June 10, 2000, at the Hillview Church at 11 a.m.

2. Commencement service, Sunday, June 11, at the Nassau Marriott Crystal Place Salon, 1 & 2 at 6 p.m.

3. Summer School registration June 23 from 9 o'clock to 12 noon.

4. Summer classes begin July 11 and end July 28, 2000.

EARLY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE

The Grant's Town Church extends an invitation to persons interested in early morning worship at the church, beginning at 8 o'clock on Sabbath mornings and lasting one hour.

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS REQUESTED TO MEET

There will be a special meeting for all Health Professionals on Saturday, June 17, 2000, beginning at 8:30 p.m. at the Centreville Church. Other interested persons are invited to attend along with all Health and Temperance Leaders and their assistants. FAMILY ISLAND TRAVEL

TARGET 2000! The North-east Youth Federation is targeting the Cat Island districts in an evangelistic effort from June 23 to 26, 2000. Persons interested in traveling with this group are asked to contact local A. Y. Leaders for details. -Phyllis WoodsideHARMONIOUS PRAISE

ANNUAL CONCERT

"2000 Strong and Still Connected." On June 17, 2000, at 8:30 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Centre, Stapledon Gardens. Harmonious Praise will once again be ministering in song. Come and be a part of this life enrichment concert. Donation is $10.00 at the door.

OLGA ROACH'S GC GROUP TO MEET

All persons traveling with Olga Roach's GC group are requested to attend an important meeting tomorrow, Sunday, June 11, at 10 a.m. at the H.D. Colburn Gym.

KELLY & KEMP GC GROUP TO MEET

All persons traveling with Kelly and Kemp GC group are requested to attend an important meeting tonight at 8 o'clock at the New Providence Church. Tickets will be distributed.

MEDICAL COOKOUT

A medical cookout in aid of Elder Eric Bain's Medical Fund will be held at Montagu Beach on June 12, 2000. Please call 393-2258 or 393-5987 for details

** One Rodger organ for sale. Contact Nelson Bain at #341-3600 or the Grant's Town Church at #323-6326.

LAY ACTIVITIES /COMMUNITY SERVICES

Persons interested in becoming a disaster relief volunteers for hurricane shelters are asked to call and their names and phone contacts with Mrs. Duncombe at #361--8683 or 341-4087.

WEDDING BELLS

Wedding bells ring for young chaplain Gary King and Allison Wood, June 18, 2000. Best Wishes!

SOUTH ANDROS HOME-COMING

A meeting will be held tonight, June 10, at the Good News Church for persons interested in attending the South Andros Home-coming at 8 p.m. COMMUNITY SERVICES MOBILE UNIT

PARTIAL SCHEDULE FOR 2000

Johnson Park, Jun. 11 - Jun. 24

Living Faith, Jun. 25 - July 08

Maranatha, July 09 - July 22

LAY ACTIVITIES

Photos for Ingathering Booklet 2000. All Community Services or lay leaders are requested to submit pictures for the Ingathering Booklet as soon as possible.

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