Bible Conference 'Operation Enduring Freedom, The Great War'

At vesper time yesterday the annual Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Bible Conference kicked off at the Hillview Church.

Known to be a deep thinker and an ardent Bible scholar, home-town preacher Dr. Martin Hanna lived up to the challenge of dissecting and expounding the Word.

Martin Hanna, Ph.D. candidate and associate professor, is the acting head of the Department of Religion at Northern Caribbean University, Mandeville, Jamaica. He has completed the bachelor of arts in religion at Northern Caribbean University and the master of arts in religion at Andrews University.

Pastor Hanna has served as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor and teacher in The Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, as associate dean of men in Cedar Hall at NCU, and as a counselor in the Counseling Department. He also served as a research assistant and contract lecturer in religion at Andrews University.

His area of research speciality is science-theology relation as reflected in his Ph.D. thesis: "The Use of Science in Theology." His other publications include articles in the Journal of the Adventist Theological Society, the Andrews University Seminary Studies, Celebrations: An Adult Leadership Resource Journal, and Issues in Theology and Spiritual Leadership: Journal of the Department of Religion and Theology at Northern Caribbean University, of which he is chief editor.

He has also published the Seventh-day Adventists Theological Bibliography (1851-1994 SDA Theological Seminary). His most recent publication is the concluding chapter of the book Creation, Catastrophe and Calvary, published by Review and Herald, 2000. In addition, he is the recipient of the Northern Caribbean University Summer 2000 Research Fellowship Grant to study "The Harmonious Development of Faith and Learning at Northern Caribbean University."

Dr. Hanna is married to Nurse Henrietta Hanna, M.Sc., who lectures in the Nursing Department of Northern Caribbean University. They have three children, Pharez, Melody and Zachery.

Seminar topics to be covered this weekend are: Master Plan Revealed: Cracking the Code, Master Minds Under Cover: Secret Agents in Action, Sword Master: How to Handle a Two- Edged Sword and Mastering Labour Pains: Knowing When To Push.

If you missed the service last night, you need to make up for it by attending the service today at 3 p.m. at the Hillview Church. This is a joint service you do not want to miss. Why not invite a friend or just bring your family members? You have been praying and preparing. Now come and experience the blessings that await you.

A warm and cordial welcome is extended to Dr. Hanna. WELCOME!

Ten More Baptized in South Andros

Between October 7 and 27, 2001, our laymen conducted an outreach programme called "Present Truth" Bible seminar in the old schoolroom of Long Bay Cays, South Andros. The speakers were Evangelists Norwood R. Rahming, Charles Miller, Amos Flowers, Victor Miller and Elgin Rahming. Visitors were bused in from as far south as Mars Bay.

Twenty-first-century computer imaging was prominently used. Night after night the seminar choir, under the direction of Sisters Debbie Perriot, Ena Miller and Bro. Joseph Johnson, blessed and inspired the audience with melodious hymns.

At the end of the meetings, 10 souls were baptized to the honour and glory of God. This brings to 28 the number of persons who have so far been baptized in South Andros this year. Several persons have joined the baptismal classes in New Macedonia, Kemp's Bay Church and Driggs Hill Branch Sabbath Schools. To God be the Glory! - K. O. Boateng, District Pastor

Everlasting Gospel Crusade For Christ

For two weeks, from October 21 to September 3, 2001, the gospel trumpet blew with full force at the Centreville SDA Church. Fourteen souls wee baptized and added to the Church. Dr. M. D. Toote, church pastor and conference Personal Ministries Director, was the speaker.

Women's Ministries Leaders to Meet Today

All Women's Ministries Leaders are requested to meet briefly at 2:15 p.m. today at the Hillview Church with Women's Ministries Leader Sis. Alwhyne Scavella.

New Providence Church to Celebrate its Silver Anniversary

An open invitation is extended to persons wishing to celebrate with the New Providence Church Family its 25^th (Silver) Anniversary during the weekend of November 21 to 25, 2001. Guest speakers are Pastor Ricardo Bain of the Eight Mile Rock SDA Church, Grand Bahama, and Pastor Roger Moncur of the Abaco District of SDA Churches. Special guest artist will be Bro. Charles Huggabrooks from Orlando, Florida (guest artist on the recent Acts 2000 satellite series). A free concert featuring Bro. Huggabrooks will be held on Sabbath, November 24, beginning at 5 p.m. at the church. A special love offering will be collected.

Francophone Church to be Dedicated

After many years of having to relocate, the Francophone SDA Church will on November 25, 2001, dedicate its edifice to the honour and glory of God. Proud Pastor Edward St. Fleur says that in the struggle to complete the structure, he, like many of his Haitian brethren before and during his pastorate, questioned, "How can we sing the Lord's song in a strange land?"

Having faced and overcome many difficulties, the Francophone Church today is considered the "Mother Church" of the Haitian brethren. Within the last two years, Elder Jeremiah Duncombe pastored the Francophone Church on Balfour Avenue and Exuma Street. Later, Pastor Edward St. Fleur, then a ministerial intern, launched out in the Carmichael Road and Fox Hill areas, preaching the Three Angels' message to his displaced brothers and sisters. As a result of this thrust, the Bethel SDA Church was formed on Carmichael Road and the Ebenezer Church in Fox Hill.

Encouraged by what has taken place at the Francophone Church, the Bethel and Ebenezer Churches are poised to go forward and build their edifices as soon as they can acquire land.

The dedication service will be aired on ZNS Radio 1240 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. Eli Henri, vice-president of the General Conference of the Inter-American Division. On behalf of our Haitian brethren, I solicit your prayerful support and presence as they dedicate to the glory of God. -Mary-Ellen Knott

Bahamas Academy Secondary to Host Annual Christmas Concert

Bahamas Academy Secondary School invite you to join them in concert as they bring in the Christmas season on Sunday, December 2^nd, at the Hillview Church, beginning at 7 p.m. Read the Logos each week for further details.-Lynn Smith, Vice-principal BAS

Marriage Enrichment Series

The Living Faith SDA Church cordially invites all married members and engaged persons to attend a marriage enrichment series titled "What God Hath Joined Together" at the church from November 25 to December 1, 2001. Some subjects to be discussed are keeping the romantic flames burning, stablishing the family altar and conflict resolution. The registration fee is $35.

Presenters will include Michael and Lynn Smith, Barrington H. Brennen, Wayne Thompson, L. A. Johnson, Keith and Ann Albury and P. A. Scavella. -T. B. Sturrup, Host Pastor

The Gavel Club of BAS to Hold Car Wash

The Gavel Club of Bahamas Academy Secondary School will have a car wash and breakfast sale at the school on Sunday, November 25, 2001, beginning at 8 a.m. to raise funds for the club. Come, bring your vehicles to be clean at a minimum cost of $5.

The Cat Island SDA Advancement Society to meet

The Cat Island Advancement Society will hold a meeting on November 25, 2001, at 10 a.m. at the Hillview Church. Persons traveling with the group during the Easter weekend are reminded that the deadline for submitting names and payment in full is January, 2002. Please contact Norman Seymour at 324-6744 or Cephas Ward at 361-7428

Upcoming Events

November 10 Conference's Children's Bible Bowl.

December 1 Conference's Children's Day Musical

December 2 Conference's Children's Banquet.

December 8 to 9, 2001, West Indies Union Children's Bible Bowl, Mandeville, Jamaica. -

R. Smith, CM Director

S.A.F.E. Seminar

The next Sexual Abstinence Seminar is coming up on the weekend of December 8, 2001. Parents and youth leaders, be sure that your youth participate as we seek to impart godly values to participants.

Allison Mason to Hold Annual Gospel Concert

Gospel artist Allison Mason will be performing in concert ". . .Inner Peace. . ." at Government House December 1, 2001, at 8 p.m. This concert will be under the patronage of former Governor-General Sir Orville Turnquest and Lady Turnquest. Part proceeds will go to the Bahamas Red Cross Society. Tickets are $20. Plan now to be a part of this evening of fine gospel music that touches the soul.

BA Continuing Education Programme

Through a convenient evening programme, Bahamas Academy Continuing Education Division is helping many working adults achieve their educational goals. The BACE programme can help you move from where you are to where you would like to go. Centrally located, BACE provides residents of New Providence with the opportunity to receive individual attention in a friendly learning environment. Our offering includes the following:

Pre-School Certificate course

College prep mathematics and English

BGCSE subjects: English language mathematics, social studies and General science

English as a second language

Reading

Introduction to computers

Other special-interest courses

For further details regarding fees and registration, please call 393-9362, or stop by the office at Bahamas Academy on Wulff Road (9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday).

Adventist Tourism Ministry

We are in need of Adventists who are able to share their homes and time with visiting Adventists from America or Europe. Adventists are e-mailing Bahamas Internet Ministries from around the world indicating that they would like to experience an Adventist Bahamian vacation. If you are willing to provide bed and breakfast (for a fee) and Adventist fellowship for our visiting brothers and sisters, then call Barrington Brennen at 361 6355. A couple will be visiting from Washington December 21 - 27, 2001, and are interested in such an experience.

SDA Art Club to Meet

All members of the SDA Art Club are reminded of their meeting on Sunday, November 18, at 3:30 p.m. at the Bahamas Academy School.-A. Mason

Eleuthera Association

Members of the SDA Eleuthera Association will be holding a gospel concert on November 25, 2001, at 7:45 p.m. at the Hillview Church.

Health Association To Hold Meeting

All health directors of the local SDA churches and other members of the association are asked to meet with Pastor Paul Scavella on Monday, November 19, 2001, at 6 p.m. at the Conference Headquarters. Plans are to review what has been done and to make future plans for the association for the year 2002.

NCU Homecoming 2001

Homecoming will be held November 22 to 25, 2001, at Northern Caribbean University under the theme "Going Home." The guest speaker will be Mrs. Mae Palmer of the Class of '51. Registration package includes Alumni dinner, banquet and excursion. The weekend package is JA$5,200 SINGLE and JA$9,600 for COUPLES. Contact: Alumni Relations and planned giving for more details: Tel: 962-8025, Fax: 962-0075, or e-mail: alumnirelations@ncu.com.

SDA Educators Association Heritage Trip

The Bahamas SDA Educators Association is in the process of organizing an educational trip to Battle Creek, Michigan, for the Easter vacation of 2002. This will be an SDA Heritage experience of a lifetime. All are invited to travel with the association for this amazing and spiritual delight. All Masterguides are especially invited. Continue to follow the Logos for further insights. -Pansy Hamilton-Brown

Focus On The Family

Tune in every 2^nd and 4^th Sabbath morning to Family Focus with Pastor L. A. Johnson on ZNS 2 1240 at 6 o'clock.

Youth Ministries

Start trying on the tux and fitting those shoes because the Youth Awards Banquet is coming, December 20^th, 2001. Stay tuned for more details.

**Young people are especially invited to attend "Youth Forum" at the Grant's Town Church on Friday nights from 7 to 8:30.

**December 1, 2001, is the date for the grand investiture of Masterguides, Pathfinders and Adventurers for the Southwest Federation. The investiture will take place at the Berea SDA Church during the divine service. That afternoon, there will be a grand display and presentation by the illustrious Pathfinder Band and the newly invested persons . You are all invited to this day of celebration.

Bahamas Conference of SDA Upcoming Events: Annual Workers' Meeting -- January 2 to 3, 2002

Convention 2002 - January 18 to 20^th.

Meistersingers to Meet

A very important meeting will be held today at 6 o'clock at the Centreville Church for all members of the Meistersingers. -A. Wright

Conference Worker to Wed

We are happy to announce that our Junior Accountant and Cashier, Miss Kimberly Knowles, will be joined in holy matrimony to Mr. Curtis Bryan on Sunday, November 18, 2001. We want the happy couple to know that our prayers are with them as they embark on this voyage together. God's speed! - Administration and Staff of Bahamas Conference of SDA

Blood Bank Drive at Hillview

Persons interesting in sharing their blood to save a life are invited to do so at the Hillview Church today from 12:30 to 3 p.m.

Sun Sets today at 5:22 p.m. Sun Sets next Sabbath at 5:20 p.m.