Crusades Off To A Great Start!

Situated in the Northwest section of the island are Pastor E. D. Clarke and the Discovery of Truth gospel team. In the far east is Evangelist Edward St. Fleur in the "Jesus --The Light of The Millennium Crusade" on Adderley Street. Then on Parkgate Road, Evangelist T. B. Sturrup launched The Power of Truth Gospel Crusade.

Reports indicate solid preaching, lively singing and an impressive attendance. God is to be praised for the initial signs of success especially when we consider the hurculean effort put forth by Pastor Basil and team who had a few days to pitch their tent and ready themselves for the Sunday's opening. Of course, there is more to these

meetings than colourful tents, great preaching backed up by technology; these are designed to offer Christ and His Word of hope to a our nation, which unfortunately is riddled with crime. It has almost become a part of our weekly experience to hear of homicides, drug use, robberies and the like. Through these crusades it is our view and conviction that lives will be transformed and the Bahamas will be made a better place.

This weekend two more crusades will kick off. These are The Millennium Crusade for Christ in the Yellow Elder Gardens area with Evangelist M. A. Smith and an effort over in Freeport, Grand Bahama, spearheaded by Evangelist P. A. Scavella.

Though these efforts are costly, it is the conviction of the Conference administration that they are necessary and must be conducted. We only request all members to support their respective crusades. With a united effort, great will be the outcome of these thrusts and we the members stand to be further inspired and encouraged. -Editor

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST POSITION STATEMENT ON HOMOSEXUALITY

The Seventh-day Adventist Church recognizes that every human being is valuable in the sight of God, and we seek to minister to all men and women in the spirit of Jesus. We also believe that by God's grace and through the encouragement of the community of faith, an individual may live in harmony with the principles of God's Word.

Seventh-day Adventists believe that sexual intimacy belongs only within the marital relationship of a man and a woman. This was the design established by God at creation. The Scriptures declare: "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh" (Gen. 2:24 NIV). Throughout Scripture this heterosexual pattern is affirmed. The Bible makes no accommodation for homosexual activity or relationships. Sexual acts outside the circle of a heterosexual marriage are forbidden (Lev. 20:7-21; Rom. 1:24-27; 1 Cor. 6:9-11).

Jesus Christ reaffirmed the divine creation intent: "Haven't you read," he replied, "that at the beginning the Creator 'made them male and female,' and said, 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh'? So they are no longer two, but one." (Matt. 19:4-6, NIV). For these reasons Adventists are opposed to homosexual practices and relationships.

Seventh-day Adventists endeavour to follow the instruction and example of Jesus. He affirmed the dignity of all human beings and reached out compassionately to persons and families suffering the consequence of sin. He offered caring ministry and words of solace to struggling people, while differentiating His love of sinners from His clear teaching about sinful practices.

EDUCATIONALLY SPEAKING

Bahamas Academy Secondary Division Places Third in Rotary's 5^th United Nations Model Assembly. On February 28^th, four Bahamas Academy students did theirr school proud when they placed third in the 5^th annual UN Model Assembly sponsored by the southeast Rotary Club of Nassau and Abaco and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The students, Antonia Rolle, Charlisa Delancy, Adriel Hepburn, and Robert Roper, all seniors at the Academy, debated the moot: "Trade Embargoes Against Iraq Should Be Lifted." The lead speaker, Antonia Rolle, representing Israel presented outstanding arguments against the removal of the Security Council's Resolutions/Sanctions now in place.

The Model Assembly commenced at 10:00 a.m. when the students began their caucusing in an effort to persuade other countries to join them against lifting the sanctions. They also spent time, the majority of the day, becoming acquainted with the delegates of the other nations present. Approximately fifteen nations were represented, including the Bahamas (Government High School) which won the 5^th Model Assembly. Cuba (St. Augustine's College) placed second.

The students were sponsored by Mrs. Celeste Creighton, who was more than pleased by the outstanding efforts and skills that the students exhibited. The team's rebutter was Charlisa Delancy. -Lynn Smith, Vice-principal/PR Officer

ATTENTION EDUCATORS

Sunday, April 16, 2000, is a date of importance to all SDA teachers and school administrators. Watch the Logos for the event and time.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES MEETING

All Children's Ministries leaders are requested to attend a special meeting today, Sabbath, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillview Church, eastern room upstairs. Leaders are asked to ensure that all orders for V.B.S supplies are submitted to the ABC immediately.

SOUTHWEST REGION CRUSADE FULL DRESS REHEARSAL/CHOIR PRACTICE

At the Canvas Cathedral on Maze Road at 4:00 p.m. today! All crusade personnel and members from the Hillview, Breath of Life, Berea and Good News Churches are encouraged to attend and be on time. Special Invitations will be given out.

**TONIGHT Preparation of tent site continues at set of sun. Please bring cutlasses, rakes and shovels.

** Special services needed: Carpenter, Electrician, and watchman. Contact Pastor L. C. Rolle

NORTHEAST REGION CRUSADE Rehearsal for Young Adult choir members of the Power of Truth Prophecy Crusade will be held today at 4:00 p.m. at the Bethany Church. -A. Mason

YOU CAN LEARN, TOO

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. Don't exclude yourself because of your age. Check out the offering at BACE, and enroll in a course that will help you achieve your educational or professional goal. For information, call #393-9362

ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE HAS NEW STOCK OF CANNED VEGETARIAN FOODS

YOUTH TIDBITS

**All AY Leaders are requested to submit to the youth department right away the names of their church delegates, who will be attending the Youth Congress in Jamaica along with their $50.00 deposits.

**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. Total cost $389.

** All Pathfinder directors and Vice-president of Pathfinders are requested to attend a very important meeting 7:30 p.m. tonight, at the Hillview Church

BAHAMAS ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

BAE 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. For more information please call 393-8898.

KELLY AND KEMP G C GROUP

Persons traveling with the Kelly/Kemp General Conference group are requested to attend a meeting tonight at the New Providence church at 6:30.

LAY ACTIVITIES & SABBATH SCHOOL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

April 2-29: Lay evangelism Training - "Operation Caleb"

May 21 June 18: Lay Evangelistic Crusades

**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.

BAHAMAS CONFERENCE WEEKEND

Alumni, parents and guardians are invited to attend Bahamas Conference weekend at Northern Caribbean University (NCU), Jamaica, April 28 to 30, 2000. Interested persons may contact Ms. W. Flowers at #361-8683 to register.

**CONGRATULATIONS**

The Centreville Church family extends congratulations to Sister Rowena Terri Dames for being chosen 'Teacher of the Year' for the Southwestern District. Sister Dames has been a teacher for over 25 years in the Language Arts . May god continue to bless you. -P. Barnett

PRAYER REQUEST

Prayer request for S. Neil McKinney, ABC Manager who was injured in a car accident and for all sick and shut-in members.

DEATH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Retired Nurse Verna Ramsey died Monday, March 6, 2000. She was a member of the Grant's Town Church. She is survived by 1 son and five daughters. Funeral service will be held at the Grant's Town Church, Sunday, March 20^th, at 11:00 a.m.

Sister Eliza Rahming died on Sabbath, March 4^th, 2000. She was a member of the New Macedonia Church, in South Andros. She is survived by 4 sons and 6 daughters. Funeral service will be held at Hillview Church Sunday, March 12, at 11:00 a.m.

COMMUNION WITH GOD

Has your Christian life become dry, meaningless and joyless? God has a wonderful way to change all that and completely revitalize, renew, invigorate and make your Christian life the most satisfying experience you ever had in your whole life.

God personally invites you and me through the Prophet Isaiah to develop on our knees an everlasting relationship that will bring complete fulfillment, great joy and total satisfaction to our lives.

This is an unconditional invitation irrespective of where we are spiritually. God says to you and me in Isaiah 1:18, "Come now and let us reason together." Here the Creator of the Universe says to us individually: Come now, I want to have a two way communication with you, talk to me in sincere prayer, and I will talk to you by that still small voice.

My precious brother and sister, God promises that you will hear a voice behind you saying, "This is the way, walk ye in it." Isaiah 30:21. However this precious experience will not come to casual seekers, or if we love our position or possessions or worldly pleasures and sin more than we love the living God.

Let nothing divert from Bible study and prayer: "Let nothing, however dear, however loved, absorb your mind and affections, diverting you from the study of God's Word, or from earnest prayer. There may be no ecstasy of feeling, but there should be an abiding, peaceful trust. "You will find Me when you search for Me with all your heart." -Tibor and Maria Shelley

Sun sets today at 6:10 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 6:13 p.m