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Dr. LaRondelle to Conduct 5th Annual Bible Conference

Presenter is Dr. Hans LaRondelle, Professor Emeritus of Andrews University Theological Seminary. Known as one of the church's most pre-eminent scholars on eschatology or last-day events, Dr Hans has authored 16 books in three languages and co-authored another ten books. Among his works are Perfection and Perfectionism (Dissertation); Christ Our Salvation (in 10 languages); Deliverance in the Psalms; The Israel of God in Prophecy: Principles of Prophetic Interpretation; Chariots of Salvation: the Biblical Drama of Armageddon; The Good News about Armageddon; How to Understand The End-Time Prophecies of the Bible: The Biblical Contextual Approach; Assurance of Salvation; and Light for Last Days.

However, from November 17to19, Dr. LaRondelle will focus on End Time Events. This is definitely a necessary focus given the high level of crime, the recent US political elections and the political climate, among other local and international factors. How do we see God in the midst of these? All who attend the Conference are certain to be inspired and informed. In fact, it would be a great thing to invite friends, co=workers and nieghbours to attend as well.

Dr. LaRondelle is a Dutch-American, born and raised in the Netherlands as a Roman Catholic. He served in the Netherlands as a pastor-evangelist for 14 years. At the age of eighteen, he read the Bible for himself and also the book The Great Controversy by Mrs. E. G. White. Baptized at the age of nineteen, he changed his law studies to theology. His burden remains biblical theology, in the field of salvation and of apocalyptic studies. He received his doctoral degree in systematic theology from the distinguished Dutch theologian G. C. Berkouwer at the Reformed Free University at Amsterdam in 1971.

During his visit to the Bahamas he will accompanied by his wife and companion, Barbara.

Once again the Conference Administration requests your support and encourages you to carry a notepad, pen and, of course, your Bible.

NORTH ANDROS CRUSADE A SUCCESS

With Pastor John Carey as his associate and Sister Nora McCalla and Carolyn Hanna as Bible workers, Pastor Jeremiah Duncombe conducted a successful two week's reaping campaign in Lowe Sound, North Andros. On October 28, 2000, eight (8) precious souls were baptized. To God be the glory!

REVIVAL

The Bethany Church cordially invites you to attend a two-week series of revival meetings with Evangelist Leslie. V. McMillan November 5 to 18, 2000. All services are being held at BA Auditorium, Wulff Road, at 7 o'clock nightly.

CRUSADE

The Living Faith Church presents "Search The Scripture Crusade for Christ" with Evangelist Isaac Johnson. Beginning November 19, 2000, all roads lead to the big tent. Come hear this seasoned Elder/Evangelist proclaim the word of God with power. -Pastor T. B. Sturrup

New Domain for Conference's Websites

It is now official our new and simple domain name is as follows:

www.bahamsconference.org, or bahamasconference.net or bahamasconference.com. Take your pick and access our Website where ever you are in the world. Also the Adventist Counseling Website is fully operational. It is www.adventistcounseling.org. In addition, you would be pleased to know that since recent upgrading and the transfer of Pastor Brennen, Coordinator of Internet Ministries to the Department our hits have increased significantly. Keep up the great work Pastor Brennen.

FOR COUNSELING CALL 341-4021 or 393 2818

IT IS WRITTEN'S FOUNDER DIES

George E. Vandeman died Friday, November 3, at his home in Newbury Park, California. The renowned Seventh-day Adventist evangelist and author was born in 1916. He is perhaps best known as the founder of the internationally broadcast television program "It Is Written". Established in 1956 in California, "It Is Written" was a pioneering force in the Adventist Church's use of communication technology for evangelism. Vandeman was the presenter of It Is Written for more than 35 years; since 1992 the half-hour weekly telecast has been fronted by evangelist Mark Finley.
"George Vandeman was a visionary who often was far ahead of his time," says Finley. "He had the unique ability to see possibilities where others saw only problems. I have known him closely for over 30 years. George had the ability to communicate to people who at all levels, but he especially ministered to people were highly educated, affluent, and in the upper echelons of society. He seemed to understand their heartaches, their longings, and their basic human needs.
Vandeman died "peacefully in his sleep" in the early morning, says his daughter, Connie Vandeman Jeffery. Vandeman's family have expressed their appreciation for the prayers and support of their Adventist Church family, both locally and around the world. Funeral and memorial service arrangements have not yet been finalized.

"AIDS is Everyone's Problem:" Adventist Church Establishes

New HIV/AIDS Committee.

An AIDS study committee, recently established by the Seventh-dayAdventist Church's General Conference, has been charged with tracking the impact of HIV/AIDS on society and the church, and recommending new, more effective ways for the Adventist Church to respond to the

worldwide epidemic.

An estimated 50 million people around the world have been infected with HIV; of these, one-third have already died. According to current international projections, 50 million people will die of AIDS in the coming decade.

Leo Ranzolin, a vice president of the Adventist Church worldwide and chair of the AIDS study committee, says the committee will work to sharpen the focus of the church's response to HIV/AIDS. "AIDS is decimating lives all over the world," says Ranzolin. "We cannot simply watch precious human beings, created by God, perishing of this dread disease."

Dr. Harvey Elder, a member of the new committee, says that some geographical regions--especially in Africa and Asia-- are "facing a crisis of stupendous proportions."

"In Botswana, for instance, 15 to 45-year-olds have a 65 percent chance of dying of AIDS," says Elder. "AIDS is literally dissolving the infrastructure of many countries, as it claims victims among college graduates, the police force, the civil service, and industrial workers."

Both Elder and Hopkins say there has been a reluctance in the Protestant Christian community--including the Adventist Church--to face up to the issue of HIV/AIDS, with all its physical horror and assumed moral ambiguity. According to Elder, AIDS is generally perceived as a

"dirty, messy" business, which involves individuals who are "not our kind of people."

An important first step for the church in dealing with the AIDS crisis is to tear down the artificial barrier that divides the "tainted" from the "untainted," says Elder. "They [AIDS patients] aren't 'them,' they're 'us'-- our own church members, our own pastors, our own youth and children."

Although there are no firm statistics for the number of HIV-positive Adventists, both Elder and Hopkins say that AIDS exists on both sides of the church doors. Elder cites a case in Africa where an individual who had previously led a high-risk lifestyle embraced Christianity and joined the Adventist Church. Unknowingly carrying the AIDS virus, he married, started a family, and became a church pastor. "But when AIDS finally manifested itself, this pastor was abandoned by his church family," says Elder, who adds that the tragedy is magnified by the fact that, when he chose to became an Adventist, the young man had also become estranged from his family and former social support group.

Hopkins and Elder point out that AIDS--with its inevitable association with drug-use and sexual promiscuity, whether homosexual or heterosexual--is surrounded by moral smokescreens that make a straightforward response difficult for most Christians. "It scares us to death; we don't know what to do," says Hopkins. On an unconscious, or in some cases a conscious, level, some Christians may even have the

feeling that these people are "getting what they deserve," Hopkins adds. To be continued

Health Ministries

The Health Ministries Department will be hosting a very special Cocktail Reception for all Health professionals, health ministries directors and their assistants. Reception will be held at the Centreville Church Hall at 4 pm on Sunday, November 19^th. Dress: Semi-formal

The Better Living Health Center would like to thank all those who participated in the 3^rd Annual Health Extravaganza For Better Living. It was a smashing success and the public gained a lot from the program at the mall. "You and Your Money" will broadcast the event on Monday at 8 pm. Our nurses and Pathfinders represented us well. May the Lord continue to bless you as we all work together in sharing this wonderful health message God has entrusted to us.

BAHAMAS EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION TO MEETThe monthly meeting of the Bahamas Educators Association will be held on Sunday, November 12, 2000, at Bahamas Academy Secondary School from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Members and all educators desiring to become members are cordially invited to attend. - P. Hamilton-Brown, President

NEW MEMBERS INVITED TO JOIN MASS CHOIR 2001

The Mass Youth Chorale will meet for rehearsal today at 4 pm at Bethany. Interested persons are invited to become members.

COMING SOON HARMONIOUS

PRAISE IN CONCERT

Harmonious Praise will be performing in concert Saturday, November 25, 2000, at the Holy Trinity Centre. You are invited to make a special effort to attend. Tickets are available from members.

Sun sets today at 5:24 p.m.

Sun sets next Sabbath at 5:24 p.m.

PRE-SCHOOL TEACHERS PROGRAMME

Bahamas Academy Continuing Education Division is now offering a certificate course for pre-school teachers. Classes begin November 27, 2000. Call 393-9362 for details regarding registration, or stop by the office at Bahamas Academy on Wulff Road.

YOUTH DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pastor Clarke would like to meet with all Youth Leaders and Pathfinders Directors on Monday at 7:00 P.M. at the Conference Office. In attendance will be Pastor Keith Albury, President.

** Remembrance Day March November 12. The march will depart the Grant's Town Church for the Cenotaph. All Pathfinders, Adventurers, Masterguides and Adventist Youth leaders are encouraged to support this event in full uniform.

BANQUET OF THE NEW CENTURY

SDA Children's Ministries Banquet will be held at the Nassau Marriot Crystal Place November 26, 2000, from 1 p.m. until. The banquet is open to children ages 5 plus. Tickets $15. See your Children's Ministries Leader or contact R. Smith at 325-6885.

**VIDEO TAPES of the Memorial and State Funeral for Sir Lynden Pindling, former Prime Minister of the Bahamas, are available for $25 at the ABC.

DEL ROSA STEEL BAND COMMITTEE TO MEET

Members of the Del Rosa Steel Band Committee are reminded of their meeting on Tuesday, November 21, at 2 p.m. at the Conference Office.

Children's Day Sabbath, November 25. Morning Services will be held in the individual Churches. The Evening Service will be a Joint Children's Concert at the Hillview Church.

Children's Ministries Leaders meeting immediately after the Bible Conference on Saturday, November 18, in the east wing upper room at the Hillview Church. Please plan to meet with us.

The Adventist Health Ministries will be hosting a Health Seminar Cruise, Sunday, July 29 ­ Sunday, August 5, 2001. Seminar such as, "How to Live A Stress Free Life, Changing your Body one Step at a time. How to keep a Positive Mind Set, Men/Women Health Issues, Activities for Children and the whole family." You can't afford to miss it. Further details at Convention 2001. If Interested, contact Mrs. Joan Duncombe at the Office and leave your name and Phone Number.

Monthly Repentance & Reconciliation Prayer Meeting for the nation ­Thursday, November 16^th, at 7 pm at Centreville. All are invited.