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Some Highlights of Mid-year Convention 2008

Every one who attended the Mid-year Convention or anyone who watched any of the presentations on TV must agree that it was an uplifting experience. To inform the members who were not present at any of the meetings or who did not listen to the broadcasts, and to refresh the minds of the persons who attended, I present some highlights of the Convention.  See Photos

Dynamic Speakers

Each of the three speakers featured during the Mid-year Convention presented his message with a unique dynamism that captured the attention and interest of the listeners. Our conference president, Dr. Leonard Johnson, set the tone for the Convention in his opening message on Wednesday night, June 25 at the Grant's Town Church. Pointed and relevant to the times, his emphasis on Jesus as the answer to our concerns was accepted by all.

 The second speaker, Pastor Ryan Simpson, Youth Director of the East Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, was no less forceful and convincing in his presentations on Thursday and Friday nights. His personal testimony of how the Lord worked miracles in his life and that of his brother was very powerful. Also, he related the story of blind Bartimaeus, recorded in Mark 10: 46 - 52, and he pointed out that Jesus does not need to know our names, but He wants to know our needs. Further, three additional points were drawn from the story: (1) Never allow personal impediments to determine your destiny. (2) Don't let the crowd shut you up; continue shouting praises to God. (3) When Jesus stops by you, He will put you in the way.

 Although he was mourning the loss of his brother, Pastor Calvin Watkins, Personal Ministries, Community Services and Inner City Director for the South Atlantic Conference, USA, concluded the speaking schedule on Sabbath in a dynamic way. His practical sermons emphasized the need for us to be relevant in our spiritual journey. We must recognize the changing times and adjust our approaches accordingly. The forces of evil that are challenging us today are more sophisticated than what past generations had to face. We are not dealing with "grandma's demons."

Home Missionaries Awarded

During the closing service Sabbath afternoon, June 28, six home missionary couples were awarded for their contribution to the growth of the work in the Family Islands. The awardees are Andrea and Bernard Linden (now in Acklins, but worked in several islands), Olga and Amos Flowers (South Andros), Ena and Charles Miller (South Andros), Margaret and Allen Cleare (Cat Island), Carla and Warren Rogers (Long Island), and Valinda and Eddie Rolle (Central and North Andros). Each couple received a plaque expressing appreciation for unselfish and faithful service given to churches in the Family Islands.

 

Hymn Festival

The idea of closing Mid-year Convention 2008 with a Hymn Festival was an excellent one. New members were exposed to some of the majestic hymns of the church, Youth and adult choirs from several churches sang old and new songs from our Church Hymnal. And the audience had the opportunity of joining the choirs in singing some of the hymns  from the Church  Hymnal that they had never sung before. It was an exhilarating experience to just sit and listen to the melodious sounds of blended human voices. One of the treats of the Festival was to hear the Pathfinder Band play. Under the direction of Bro. Kirk Price, those young people did us proud.   See Photos

 

Towards a Souls Culture

As we reflect on what took place during Mid-year Convention, it must be remembered that all the programs in which we are engaged are for one main purpose -soul winning. We are happy to report that at the end of the Divine Service on Sabbath, ten precious souls were baptized. This gives us a total of 590 - just 10 short of half of our goal of 1200 for 2008. To God is the glory!

We believe that evangelism is the lifeblood of the church. And since evangelism is about soul winning, the growth of the church is driven by a "souls culture." Whatever we do is done with souls in mind. The focus of every member and every department of the church should be "souls." It is our wish that this concept will become a part of the thinking and doing of the entire conference family. Then soon our work will be done, and Jesus will come to take us to live with Him.  Have a happy Sabbath!

 

Congratulations to Dr. Terrel Omar Godfrey Humes, son of proud parents, Gelitha and Godfrey Humes of the Hillview Church, who recently graduated from the University of the West Indies Medical Doctor program.  Dr. Humes is the receipent of the Dr. Angela Johnson’s Award for the Most Outstanding Student in Public Health Family Medicine and the Dr. Mortimer Moxey Award for the Most Outstanding performance in Community Medicine.  Dr. Humes will complete his internship at the Rand Memorial Hospital in Grand Bahama.  Again, congratulations and best wishes. -Editor

  

Lay Pulpit Exchange  The following persons are asked to collect an important correspondence pertaining to the upcoming Lay Pulpit Exchange from the Conference  Office as soon as possible.

Alvin Collie, Audley Rahming, Christopher Stuart, David Smith, Delthony Gordon, Dennis McPhee, Donnie Rolle, Dr. John Carter, Harvey Braithwaite, Ian Miller, Leo Rolle, Lukandah Gardiner, Melonie Thompson, Michael McCoy, Noel James, Paula Musgrove, Raymond Antonio, Romanoff Bethel, Sherman Johnson, Stephen McBean, Tyrone Paul and Vernal Rolle.

 

 

All Adventist Church Choir Members Invited to Join 35th Independence  Anniversary Choir   A special invitation is extended  to all Seventh-day Adventist Choir members to join with the 35th Independence celebration Choir today in a mass religious  rehearsal at 4:00 p.m. at the Sir. Kendal Isaac Gymnasium in preparation for the Ecumenical Church service to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Independence on Sunday, July 6, 2008 at 3:00 p.m.  Mrs. Patricia Bazzard will director the choir.

 

Stewardship Directors to Meet  All church Stewardship Directors are reminded of their monthly meeting scheduled for July 6, 2008 at 8:00 am at the Conference Office.

 

Adventist Burial Society to Meet  The regular monthly meeting of The Seventh-day Adventist Burial Society will be held on Monday, July 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Annex of the Grant’s Town Church. All members, and those wishing to become members are asked to attend.- Romanoff Bethel

 

La Escuela Sabática en español ¿Está interesado en ayudar a organizar una escuela sabática en español o le gustaría asistir a ella? ¡Sea lo que sea, háganoslo saber! Así que por favor póngase en contacto con nosotros. ¡Recuerde, todo se puede lograr con la fortaleza de Cristo!

 

Spanish Sabbath School Are you interested in helping to organize a Sabbath School in Spanish or would you like to attend? Whichever category you are in, we need to hear from you! So please contact us. And remember, we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us! Alareece Collie ph. 392-5404/ email:redskies_7@hotmail.com.

 

Women’s Ministries to Meet  All Women’s Ministries Leaders are asked to meet with Sis. Miriam Knowles, Women’s Ministries Director of the Bahamas Conference on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:00 p.m. at the Conference Office Lounge.

  

Noon Prayer Meeting At Philadelphia Church The doors of Philadelphia will be opened for prayer on Tuesdays at noon for one hour. You are invited to join in this time of special prayer and praise. Come and be blessed.

 New Englerston Early Morning Prayer Hour - Sunday, 6th  July at 6 a.m.  This week the Eagle Music Ministry Choir and Team will visit in preparation for its upcoming Conference/Workshop.  An invitation is extended to each of you to join us as we pray!  Roger & Allison Rolle

 

Eagle Music Ministry 3rd Annual Conference/Workshop is set for  July 13 - 19, 2008 under the theme, "The Mind And The Power For Ministry".  Registration forms are available at the Bahamas Conference, New Destiny Baptist Cathedral and at your local church.  You may also initiate your registration online at bahamasconference.org    All Music Ministers, Choir Members, Praise Teams, Musicians are invited to join in this great learning experience as we share our gifts with our community.  A. Rolle, EMMN Team

 

EMMN Workshop Concert  - Sunday, July 20, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. at the New Destiny Baptist Cathedral, Blue Hill Road.  Tickets are available at the Conference Office and in your local churches.  We anticipate that this event will be a rich musical experience!

 

 National Adventist Chorale to Perform Handel's Messiah in December.  All church choirs (youth and senior) and interested persons are invited to attend the first rehearsal on Sunday, June 22, 2008, at 4:45 p.m. at Hillview Church (for one hour), of the Handel's Messiah.  -Pastor Barrington Brennen

 

Cat Island Adventist Advancement Society to meet on Sunday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m. at the Hillview Church.  Members and Friends of Cat Island are invited to attend. -N. Seymour

 

Sabbath School and Personal Ministries report is due on the 10th July. Because of the indelpendence holiday we are asking you to turn them in by Monday, July 7.  Thank you for your corporationin in this matter.

 

The 21st Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp is underway Persons interested in joining are still welcomed. Camp hours are 8:30 to 1:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

  

Hillview Church Power Lab Vacation Bible School, started Monday,  June 30 and will run  through Friday, July11, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Come join us as we discover Jesus' miraculous power.

  

ABNC The ABNC has just received a new shipment of canned and frozen vegetarian food, come in and make your purchases while supplies last.

Also, this is to inform our valued customers that on Sunday, July 6, 2008, our store hours will be from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.  Sorry for any inconvience caused.  - Management

  

Vacation Bible School Fun Day  The Children’s Ministries Department  will be hosting Vacation Bible School  (VBS)  Fun Day for all children on July 13, 2008, at the Botanical Garden from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Parents are invited and encouraged to bring their children out for a time of fun, food, entainment and activities.  -Diane Jones, CM & Seanray Jennings

  

MBA at Nova southeastern University  All persons interested in registering for the MBA program at Nova Southeastern University are asked to contact Charlisa Cash at 364-1864 (H) 341-4021 (W) or email at cedelancy@yahoo.com 

  

Every Adventist To Join Fun/Walk

Every Sabbath keeper, young and old, is encouraged to be at the Sports Center on Sunday morning (July 6) at 6 a.m. to participate in this event organized at this time by the Independence Committee just for Sabbath keepers.   Let's come out by the hundreds. Routes: Walkers:  Sports Center to Nassau Street to West Bay Street to Fort Charlotte. Runner: Sports Center to Prospect Ridge to West Bay Street to Fort Charlotte. Cyclist:  Sports Center to Tonique Williams-Darling Highway to Prospect Ridge to West Bay Street to Fort Charlotte. Pushers:  Choose your route. Independence Fun Run/Walk  The 35th Independence Anniversary Celebrations Committee is sponsoring a Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, July 6, 2008 starting at 6:00 a.m. at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre. All Adventists, especially the Pathfinders are invited to participate. The starting points will be at the following locations: Windsor Park, Queen Elizabeth Sports Center, Golden Gates Shopping Centre, Super Value (Cable Beach), Goodman’s Bay.

 

 Prayer Breakfast  The annual Prayer Breakfast and Workshop of the Adventist Educators Association will be held Sunday, September 7, 2008, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Living Faith Church Hall. All teachers and school administrators are invited to attend.

  

Youth Announcements

• A special meeting for all attending the Camporee at Hillview on Monday 7, July at 7:00 p.m.

• Bahamas Conference Youth Choir practice continues today at 4:30 at the New Providence Church . All young persons who are interested in being in the Conference Youth Choir are asked to attend.

• Softball begins Sunday July 19th, teams are asked to begin preparing. Please contact Larry Miller, Horatio Sullivan or Lester Stuart.

• Conference Sports Day August Monday at Q E Sports Centre

• Basketball tonight, July 5th at the Bahamas Academy Gym.

• All Youth Directors and church coaches for all sports are asked to contact Bobby Romer at 361-0692 or 433-9242 or 636-9509 or at email address romer42@msn.com -Pastor Andrew E. Burrows, Youth Director

 

Adventist Men Chorale to Meet  All Adventist Men Chorale members are invited to chorale rehearsal on Sunday, July 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Living Faith Church.

 

The Health Program You Must Not Miss!  A Spiritual Health Extravaganza.  Under the Theme Your Health, YOUR RESPONSIBILITY At the New Providence SDA Church July 20 - August 2, 2008  FREE FOR ALL   Invite your friends and family  Get informed about the latest in the management and the prevention of cancer, high blood pressure and diabetes.  Learn how to prepare scrumptious vegetarian dishes, understand the art of simple massage techniques and lots more.  In all you'll learn how the Bible is your manual for a healthy body.

Sponsored by the Health Ministries Department of the Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

  

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