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- Footprints
of Jesus Campaign Ends
- After weeks of inspirational music and candid preaching of the Gospel
of Jesus Christ by Evangelist Glen Samuels, the Footprints of Jesus
Gospel Campaign came to an end with a grand concert on Sunday, April 25,
2004. To the delight of the audience, children and adult groups sang to
the honour and glory of God. Coupled with the Evangelist's final
message, the concert encouraged the new believers to maintain their
resolve to become members of the family of God.
The last Sabbath of the Campaign will always be
remembered by the more than two thousand persons in attendance. The Sabbath
School began with songs of praise to God which created a receptive
atmosphere for the presentation of the two informative Bible lessons that
followed. Pastor J. Duncombe gave the first lesson on "How to Keep the
Sabbath," and Pastor E. Clarke discussed "Church
Organization." Both new and old members were blessed and enlightened by
these presentations.
In his message during the Divine Service, Pastor Samuels
emphasized the need for God's people to have an abiding faith in God who
alone can help us deal with the things that separate us from Him. He pointed
out that God can do nothing for us unless we let Him. The bottom line is
that we have to decide the direction of our lives. He will not force us to
do anything that we do not want to do, but if we turn our lives over to Him,
He will see us through any situation.
Throughout the meetings the Holy Spirit worked on the
hearts of the hearers. He used the evangelist to teach the Word and appeal
to the people with conviction and power.
In response to the fervent appeals to those who wanted to
be free from the chains of sin, a total of 332 individuals were baptized
during the campaign. We give God the glory!
Welcome, my brothers and sisters, into the family of God.
He will continue to guide you into paths of righteousness. Hold on to His
Word and keep your eyes on Him. As you worship in the church of your choice
today, we believe that you will be received gladly. We who have been in the
church for many years must remember that these new-born babes need our care
and attention. We have to maintain contact with them and assist them in
their total development. At the same time, new members, you ought to stay
close to the church. Attend the services regularly, and study the Word of
God. Ask questions and learn as much as you can about your church. Enroll
your children in our school and in the Pathfinder Club. Purchase and read
the books that the church will recommend to assist in your personal and
spiritual growth. Do all you can to be what God wants you to be. May the
Lord bless and keep you.
Why I Believe in Adventist Education By
William G. Johnsson Noelene
and I have two children--a son and a daughter. Both obtained all their
education through the baccalaureate degree in Adventist schools.
I haven't tried to figure how much we shelled out over
the years, but it must be a tidy amount. Some Septembers we had to scrape to
put together the funds needed for registration. For a while we didn't have a
piano in the home, although Noelene trained in piano performance. We sold
the baby grand to help keep the kids in school.
We never thought of all this as a big deal, a sacrifice,
or whatever. For us it was simply a matter of priorities: we valued what
Adventist schools could offer our children. No doubt they could have
received as good or better academic preparation in public institutions, but
we wanted them to be exposed to the Christian option, and in particular the
Adventist Christian option.
That's still the chief reason why I believe in Adventist
education. I take very seriously this word from Ellen White: "Call no
man brilliant who has not the wisdom to choose the Lord Jesus Christ--the
light and life of the world. The excellence of a man is determined by his
possession of the virtues of Christ" (Counsels to Writers and Editors,
p. 175).
Our schools aren't perfect, but they have something that
the most prestigious secular institution cannot offer: teachers who love
Jesus and who seek to share Him with their students.
And there's a second reason why I believe in Adventist
education: I was part of it for 20 years. So was Noelene, for a shorter
time. Noelene taught at the elementary level. I taught high school (along
with working as dean of boys), then college, finally at the seminary.
We know firsthand the sort of people who give their lives
for Adventist education, in the classroom and in administration. We know
them, and with very few exceptions, we are proud of them.
We trusted our kids to them, and they served us well. We
are grateful for them. (This article was taken from the online edition of
Adventist Review 04/29/04)
Shine For Jesus Kids Retreat
The "Shine for Jesus Kids' Retreat" will begin
on Saturday, May 8, at 7:15 p.m. at the Living Faith Church. Parents, for
one week only your children will be involved in active witnessing as they
invite their friends to attend this special event planned just for kids.
They will be better children as they learn that to live Christ's way is to
shine. Dr. Cheryl R. Rolle, Children's Ministries Director
Education Corner On Tuesday, April 27, 2004, students
from grades 9 - 12 who have done exceptionally well during the first term of
this school year received special recognition during the 9th annual
Outstanding Students in Bahamian High Schools awards ceremony at Government
House. Top student athletes were also recognized for their athletic
contributions to the various sports in which they have excelled.
Again, students from Bahamas Academy made their mark and
were among the many students receiving awards from the Governor General.
Outstanding students achieving grade point averages (GPAs) of 4.0 are as
follows:
Grade 9: Janeen Bethel, Kenny Deveaux (Grant’s Town),
Travis Knowles (Centreville), Michael Turner (Hillview).
Grade 10: Dale Bushell, Alethia Lewis (Bethany), Christa
Lowe, Shekera Romer (Johnson Park), Kaline Valleray (Maranatha)
Grade 11: D'Andra Greenslade, Trevor Longley,
Pharez Rolle (Hillview), Shanae Smith (Hillview)
Grade 12: Thea Antonio (Bethany), Brehon Davis (Bethany),
Nikara Robinson (Breath of Life
(Next week we will list the other students from Grades 10
- 12 who received GPAs of 3.0 – 3.99. The Secondary School Choir, under
the direction of Mr. Delthony Gordon, was asked to render two items of
special music at this ceremony.
This time of year is also when we have our internal
awards ceremonies to recognize students from the elementary and secondary
divisions for their hard work over the last two terms. Therefore, on
Thursday, May 6, the elementary division will hold its Honours Convocation
at the Church of God Auditorium on Joe Farrington Road beginning promptly at
7:30 p.m. We invite parents and supporters of the elementary division to
come out and congratulate the students for a job well done!
On Sunday, May 16, the secondary division will hold its
Honours Convocation program at the H. D. Colburn Gymnatorium on Wulff Road
beginning promptly at 6:00 p.m. Let's show our support for the older
students and congratulate them, too, for a job well done!
Bahamas Academy Calendar of Events:
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May 1: Student Boat
Cruise. Boarding at 7:00 - Potter's Cay Dock
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May 2: National Debate
(will be broadcast on TV). Bahamas Academy vs. Grand Bahama.
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May 6: Elementary
Honours Convocation at 7:30 p.m.
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May 16: Secondary
Honours Convocation at 6:00 p.m. -Lynn C. Smith, Principal
NEWSFLASH: Watch Bahamas Academy Debating Team on ZNS
TV13 and Cable 11 at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 2, 2004
Christian-Based Professional Counseling Available
Adventist
Counseling Services is an agency of the Bahamas Conference to provide
professional counseling for Adventist members. You need not carry your burdens
alone. Call 361-6355 today. Couples, singles, teenagers, single parents, those
coping with depression, loneliness, anxiety, and fears, call today for help.
Barrington H. Brennen is a professional counseling psychologist, marriage and
family therapist and a nationally certified psychologist in the USA. He will
provide private confidential service. Call today.
Healthy Living Seminar
The
New Providence Community Center, Soldier Road, will sponsor a Healthy Living
Seminar, May 15 - 30, 2004. Topics to be discussed include: (1) How to
prevent/reverse or treat Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Cancer,
Obesity, Prostate Cancer, etc. (2) How the use of sunlight, exercise, water,
rest, etc., is very effective in combating these ailments.
Those who would like to participate in the Cooking and
Taste Testing Classes on Tuesdays will need to register by calling Better
Living @323-5473, Healthy Life Style @ 322-8314 or
Bahamas Conference @341-4021/2.
Hydrotherapy Treatments/Weight Management
Persons
who have had natural treatments abroad and wish to continue or persons needing
treatment in nutrition counselling and Hydrotherapy can contact Bernadette
Rolle at 434-8211, 364-3959 or 325-6173.
Pre-Mother’s Day Boat Cruise
All
are invited to plan to sail with the Women’s Ministries Department on its
Pre-Mother’s Day second annual boat cruise on May 1, 2004, departing from
the Woodes Rogers Wharf at 8:00 p.m. on board the Calypso IV. -M.
Knowles, WM, Director
Listen Up Weekly Schedule
Listen
Up! Our youth TV programme can be seen on Cable 12 on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.,
Thursday at 10:00 p.m. and on Friday at 10:30 p.m.
SDA Burial Society General Meeting
The
SDA Burial Society’s general meeting will be held on Monday, May 3, 2004, at
7:00 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church Annex. Members can become financial.
Persons interested in joining are especially invited. - H. Moncur
SDA Men’s Ministry Meeting and Mini Work Shop
A
general meeting for all SDA men will be held Monday, May 3, 2004, at 7:00 p.m.
at the Living Faith Church. Mrs. Veronica Roach-McGee will be conducting a
choral work shop. All men and their teenaged son (s) are especially invited to
participate.
An Hour of Gospel Music at Mary Ingraham Home
The
ministry of music plays a pivotal role on Sabbath evenings at the Mary
Ingraham Home in ministering to the seniors and neighbours in the area.
Continuing today from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. is the New Providence Church. The
ministry features next Saturday evening Parkgate Church.
All persons scheduled are requested to please contact Mr. Admiral Forbes at
the home at 341-0094/5 in advance if they are unable to keep their
appointments. - J. Admiral Forbes, Co-ordinator
Men’s Evangelistic Seminar Excursion
A
men’s evangelistic seminar excursion is planned for North Andros June 2 to
6, 2004. Skilled labourers are also invited. Men can register by contacting
Mrs. Joan Duncombe at 341-4021/2 or Audley Mitchell at 362-1258.
Note of Thanks
A special note of
thanks is extended to all persons who volunteered their services in the
parking and security area of the recent Footprints of Jesus Crusade. Because
of your dedication and timely commitment, this area of the crusade operated
smoothly. Thank you again. Henry R. Moncur
Adventist Book Centre
The Adventist
Book Centre invites you to come by and shop for all your health food needs. A
full-time colporteur is now available to come to your home or office. Should
you need this service please call 341-2429. Additionally, delicious, hot
vegetarian lunches are available daily. Just another service we provide to
meet your needs. - Kenny V.A. Deveaux, ABC Manager
Vegetarian Cooking Classes
Vegetarian
cooking classes will begin May 2, 2004. Persons interested may contact Marlene
McKinney at 364-0085
Uchee Pines Seminar
September 26 to
October 3, 2004, Uchee Pines Seminar. You can’t afford to miss this trip.
Cal for more information at 364-0085. - M. McKinney
Pre-marriage Seminar
A pre-marriage
Seminar will be held May 8, 2004, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the New Englerston
Church.
Grant’s Town Pathfinder Club
The
Grant’s Town Pathfinder Club is selling affordable Mother’s Day Baskets.
Place your order at the ABC now!
Bahamas Conference of SDA Calendar for May, 2004
Stewardship Emphasis Month
02 - Annual National Youth March
06 - Bahamas Academy Elementary Honours Convocation
8 - Mother's Day Sabbath
9 -15 - Children's Crusade
14 - Disaster and Famine Relief Emphasis
16 -Bahamas Academy Secondary Honours Convocation Sun sets today at 7:33
p.m.
National Youth March
!
All Pathfinders, Masterguides,
Adventurers and A.Y. Leaders are asked to assemble at Fort Charlotte at 2:00
p.m. tomorrow in full uniform to participate in the Annual National Youth
Parade. Church members or groups are also asked to wear their T-Shirts
!
Pathfinders and Masterguides who do not
have their white uniform shirts can wear their Khaki shirt or a regular white
shirt.
!
All Pathfinders and Masterguides
registered to travel to Osh-Kosh in August are reminded to make their deposits
to the Conference Office for their airfare.
!
All Pathfinders and Masterguides who paid
for shirts and have not received them as yet are asked to come to the
Conference Office tonight at 8:00 p.m. Other items for the uniform will also
be available.
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Pathfinders and Masterguides interested
in traveling to Grand Bahama to participate in their National Youth March with
the Pathfinder Band are asked to submit their names to the Youth Department
right away.
!
A general Youth Council Meeting for all
Coordinators, Directors, Officers and A.Y. Leaders will be held on Monday, May
4th, at 6:30 p.m. at the Berea SD.A. Church.
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Registration is now open for Pathfinder/
Adventurer Camp to be held July 11th -18th. Cost of the camp is $ 70 for
Adventures, $80.00 for Pathfinders, and $100.00 non-Pathfinders. A 50%
non-refundable registration fee is required. Registration closes on June 13th-
Forms can be collected from the conference office or your Pathfinder/
Adventurer Director.
Softball Season Coming Soon
The 2004
Softball season for the Adventist Churches will begin during the third week in
June. All persons interested in participating in the series should contact one
of the following: Church coach, Larry Miller at Living Faith, Horatio Sullivan
at Grant’s Town, Ray Jennings at Hillview, and Barry Saunders at Johnson
Park
Moncur/Sands G.C. Group to meet Tonight
A
special meeting for persons travelling in the Moncur/Sands GC Group and
persons interested in joining this group will be held tonight immediately
following set of sun at the Hillview Church.
R. Brown’s G.C. Group to Meet Tonight
All
persons travelling to General Conference with Bro. Roland Brown’s group are
requested to meet at the Grant’s Town Church Annex tonight immediately
following set of sun.
Colporteurs to Meet
All Colporteurs
(full-time and part-time) are reqeusted to meet at the Conference Office4 on
Sunday, May 16, at 10:30 a.m.
Communication Secretaries to Meet
On
Tuesday, May 11, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. a meeting will be held for all
Communication Secretaries at the Conference Office.
