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President Johnson Lifts Up Jesus at Mid-year Convention
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Pastor Leonard
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Under the theme "Signs of Hope," the
Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists opened Mid-Year
Convention 2008 promptly, at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 25, at the
Grant's Town Church, Wellington Street, Nassau, Bahamas. Speaking to
a very responsive audience, Dr. Leonard A. Johnson, president of
Bahamas Conference, lifted up Jesus as the only hope or solution to
the problems we face in the church, the country, the region, and the
world. Using Luke 24: 13 - 39 as a scriptural basis for his message,
Dr. Johnson explained that when Jesus comes into our lives, He is
not only quick to open the scriptures, but He opens our eyes and our
minds.
Open Scriptures.
As recorded in the selected passage of scripture, two of the followers
of Jesus were on their way from Jerusalem to the little village of
Emmaus. While they were discussing the happenings of the weekend, Jesus
joined them, but they did not recognize Him. In addressing their
concerns, He opened the scriptures and explained all that was predicted
regarding Him. Dr. Johnson revealed that when we meet Jesus, we will
open the scriptures to determine God's plan for our lives. It is in the
Bible that we can find the answer to the c\rime and violence problem. It
is in the Bible that we can find the answer to our economic problem. It
is in the scriptures that we can find the answer to all of the
challenges in life.
Open Eyes. The
two followers of Christ were so impressed with what Jesus had revealed
to them from the scriptures that they invited Him to spend the night
with them. As they sat down to eat, Jesus blessed the food in His unique
manner. It was at this point that they recognized Him. Luke 24: 31 says,
"And their eyes were opened, and they knew Him." This encounter with
Jesus was so meaningful to these two trusting souls that they left their
supper and returned to Jerusalem to share with the other disciples all
that they had experienced. When we come into contact with Jesus and
develop a relationship with Him, He opens our eyes to the truth of His
Word. And the truth becomes so important to us that we must share it
with others.
Open Minds. While the
two perplexed disciples were relating their story to the larger group in
Jerusalem, Jesus appeared to back up their story. Terrified and doubting
what they were seeing, the disciples were enlightened by their Lord as
to what hade been written in the scriptures regarding Him. "Then opened
he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures" (Luke
24: 45). Their minds were now opened, and they could appreciate what He
had suffered for them and the entire world. They were poised to tell the
resurrection story.
When the scriptures, our eyes, and our minds are opened, we will receive
the power to represent the love of Jesus to everyone with whom we come
into contact. People who are honest in heart are opening the scriptures;
their eyes are being opened, and they are understanding God's truth. As
members of His last day church, we must recognize these "signs of hope"
and continue to lift up Christ so that many more souls may come to know
Him as Lord and Saviour. Pastor Leonard A. Johnson,
President
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Purpose.
Acts 7 Days is a pulpit exchange among the Pastors of New Providence
and the Family Islands, for the purpose of winning one hundred souls
cumulatively in several one week series.
Methodology.
Preach Biblical and Evangelistic messages for one week. Mobilize the
church for this event through church wide prayer emphasis, training of
Bible counselors and a follow-up plan. The series will convene during
the months of June, July, August and SEPTEMBER annually.
Participants &
Churches
Pastor Michael Toote…Maranatha
Pastor Jeremiah Duncombe...Hillview
Pastor Eric Clarke … Grant's Town
Pastor Peter Joseph... Johnson Park
Pastor Terry Tanis ……Real Harvest
Pastor Kent Price ….. Good News
Pastor Leo Rolle …....Bethany
Pastor Andrew Burrows.. New Providence
Pastor Nikita Thompson ... .....Francophone
Pastor Paul Scavella ……Centreville
Pastor Danhugh Gordon Breath of Life and Adelaide
Pastor Hugh Roach …Living Faith
Pastor Leroy Sewell ……………Berea
Pastor Lynden Williams .New Englerston
Pastor Barrington Brennen……Message of Hope
Pastor Wilfred Adderley…… Parkgate
Pastor Fritz Gerald Francois. . .Philadelphia
Pastor Leonardo Rahming......Redemption
Pastor Peter Joseph……South Andros
Pastor Anson Albury………. Exuma
Pastor Edward St. Fleur…Eleuthera
Pastor Nikita Thompson........…Long Island
Pastor Leonard Johnson…… San Salvador
Pastor Wilfred Adderley…….Inagua
Pastor Valentino Campbell Acklins/Crooked Island
Elder Isnord Wilson………Bethel
Elder Claval Hunter……….Peardale
Elder Ashton McFall………...Ebenezer
Elder Enrico Toote………..Johnson Road
Pastor Mark Ewen….Lowe Sound
The host pastor is responsible
for making adequate preparation. All preachers will be rotated
annually.-Pastor Peter Joseph, Ministerial Director
School of
Evangelism The next session of the School of Evangelism
begins Sunday, June 22, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. at the Living Faith Church.
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.
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.
The Eagle
Music Ministry Network Choir will meet on Sunday, June 22
from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the New Englerston Church, in preparation for
its 3rd Annual Conference/Workshop.
New Englerston Early
Morning Prayer Meeting New Englerston's Prayer Meeting will be held
again on Sunday, July 6 at New Englerston, the weekend following
Convention. - Allison M. Rolle
July 13 to 19, 2008 -The
Eagle Music Ministry Network will launch its 3rd Annual Music
Conference/Workshop as an Outreach in our community. This year's
Conference will be held at The New Destiny Baptist Cathedral, Baillou
Hill Road. Registration Forms are available at the Bahamas Conference of
Seventh-day Adventists and at the New Destiny Cathedral. Persons may
also register at bahamasconference.org We ask your support and prayers
as we strive to make a difference in this area of Ministry!
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 28, 2008, at 4:45 p.m. at Hillview Church for
the men and at Living Faith Church for the Women, 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
Youth Announcements
Final Payment for WIU Pathfinder/Master Guide Camporee due by June 30.
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
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 S.D.A. CHURCH
POWER LAB Vacation Bible School, starts Monday June 30 through
Friday July11, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Come join us as we discover Jesus'
miraculous power.
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
WIU Cmporee Meeting
All persons traveling to the WIU Camporee in Jamaica are asked to
attend an important meeting on Sunday, June 29 at 6:00 p.m. at the
Hillview Church. Additionally, persons interested in purchasing a camp
chair are asked to bring funds for same.
Interest Coordinators
All Interest Coordinators of the Adventist Church are asked to attend an
important meeting with Pastor Peter Joseph on Sunday, June 29, at 7:30
p.m. at the Hillview Church.
The EMMN Choir will
meet from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, 29th June, 2008 @ the New
Englerston Church. Allison M. Rolle
EMMN Music Workshop
Eagle Music Ministry
Network - The 3rd Annual Conference/Workshop will be held July 13 to
19, 2008 under the theme, "The Mind and the Power for Ministry".
Applications for the workshop and tickets for the Workshop Concert are
now available at the Conference Office and in your local church.
New Englerston Early
Morning Prayer Hour will be held Sunday, 6th July at 6 a.m. The
Eagle Music Ministry Choir and Team will be in attendance. You are
invited to join the church at prayer. Roger & Allison Rolle - N. E.
Prayer Ministry Coordinators
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 route will be published in
next week's Logos.
Colporteurs to Meet
All colporteurs (students, part-timer and full-time) are requested
to attend a meeting at the conference office, Monday, June 30, 2008 at
9:00 a.m. Please come on time. -Publishing Director
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.
The Health Program You
Must Not Miss!
A Spiritual Health
Extravaganza
Under the Theme
Your Health,
YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY
At the
New Providence 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
Upcoming Events
July 26 -Men’s Conference
Nov. 28 - 30 -Spirit of Prophecy Weekend
Dec. 13 Masterguide Investiture
Sun
Sets Today at 8:04 p.m.
Sun Sets next Sabbath at 8:04 p.m.
Have a Blessed
Day!
