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June to November: A Time
to Take Precautionary Steps!
It is now the first week in June,
and Tropical Storm Arthur has already rushed over the Yucatan Peninsula
leaving life-threatening floods in Belize and Mexico. The second named
system, Bertha, is history. As we listen to the weather reports, we must
hearken and take the appropriate steps to preserve life and property in the
event a storm/hurricane should travel the route of our beautiful land.
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Hurricane Preparedness
Our conference is well prepared to mobilize its leaders and members in the
event there is a need for service to the community. Some of our churches are
registered with NEMA as Hurricane Shelters. Our Community Service Leaders
have dedicated themselves to the service of mankind, so let us continue to
pray that they will be fortified with energy and vigor as we face these
fearful months for some in our nation. Let us be encouraged by the Word of
God that says, "He maketh peace in thy borders, and filleth thee with the
finest of the wheat" (Ps.147 v. 14).
Collectively, we can petition God to
grant us a peaceful season and provide for all of our needs.
The Lord has promised to shield us with His right hand, and yes, He is able;
but He has also given us the mental acumen to make decisions that will prove
helpful in precarious situations. You are encouraged to move with haste and
determination to secure areas of your home, or business that might be
vulnerable to storm conditions; and where possible, help to secure that of a
neighbor who may be in need. Remember, we are our brothers' keepers!
Let us secure the following now so
that we are not caught off guard:
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While we are facing economically stringent times, always keep at least a
week's supply of grocery in your cupboards (This includes at least seven
gallons of potable water per person).
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Operable batteries and radio
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Duct tape, crow bar, sledge hammer, inflatable raft, bleach, fire
extinguisher, matches and butane burner
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Two weeks' supply of prescription medicine, first aid kit, toilet paper,
eating utensils, manual can opener and candles/flashlights
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Baby food and diapers
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Mosquito repellant, blankets, pillows, sleeping bags and directions to a
shelter (in the event you have to evacuate)
Secure these items in a
small suitcase/bag and refresh them at the end of each month. Lastly, should
a storm/hurricane come our way, keep a level head, and do not go outside
during the storm/hurricane.
Keep watching the Logos for
periodic information on the hurricane season. -Pastor Paul Scavella,
ADRA & PARL Director
Philadelphia to Visit Eleuthera
Philadelphia Women's Ministries will be traveling to Eleuthera this
weekend June 6-8, 2008. We will be worshipping at the Bluff Adventist Church
on Sabbath morning and will participate in an exciting Adventist Youth Hour
(AY) at the James Cistern Church. We anticipate having a good time with the
brethren in Eleuthera. -Genevie Sturrup, Trip Co-coordinator
Health Summit Bahamas
On Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. excited participants gathered for
Health Summit 2008. The Summit got off to a great start with the keynote
address by Joy Peterson registered Dietitian all the way from California.
Assisting her and providing beautiful music was Yolanda Innocent Palmer.
Participants learnt all about hydrotherapy, home remedies, colon and massage
therapy. Others learnt how to prepare scrumptious vegetarian dishes and
mouth watering tofu cheese cake. They learnt how to cope to help people
through the grieving process and how to take care of their bodies
wholistically.
Everyone agreed that our local
Health Professionals were tops, providing very creative and interactive
sessions. At the end, participants agreed that the Summit far surpassed
their expectations, and they eagerly await with great anticipation Health
summit 2009. -Idamae Hanna, Director Health Ministries, BC
Bahamas Conference Mid- year
Convention Under the theme "Signs of Hope," the Bahamas Conference
will host its Mid-Year Convention, Symposium, and Bible Conference from
Sabbath afternoon June 21st to Sabbath evening June 28th.
Symposium and Bible Conference
On Sabbath afternoon June 21st a Symposium will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the
Hillview church. Presenters from the community and the church will be
addressing the issue of “Crime and Violence in Our Society.” This issue
affects all us as Bahamians, Christians, and young people, so plan to attend
and get the knowledge on how to cope.
Bible Conference. On
Sunday, June 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillview Church, we continue with our
Bible Conference. Guest speaker for this session will be Dr. Bertram
Melbourne. He is the principal contributor of last quarter’s adult Sabbath
School lesson
Day sessions - Monday, June
23rd to Friday June 27th This year's convention will feature sessions geared
specifically to addressing the needs of our youth. It starts each morning at
9:15 with devotions. These day sessions include devotions, community service
projects, seminars, an evening of games and activities, and baptismal
classes for persons interested in being baptized. A schedule of the day
session will be posted on the Conference's web-site. Parents and A.Y.
leaders are urged to ensure that our young people, particularly our
teenagers and young adults, attend these sessions.
Evening sessions and Sabbath
Service Evening sessions for convention will begin on Wednesday, June 25
at 7:00 at the Grant’s Town Church with the official opening by the
Masterguides and Pathfinder color-guard. Pastor Leonard A. Johnson, our
conference president, will deliver the opening message. The Minister of
State for Youth and Sports, Mr. Byron Woodside will be our special
guest for that evening. This Convention will feature nightly highlights of
the various levels of youth ministry, powerful singing from the Bahamas
Conference youth choir, local church youth choirs and other choirs and
groups. In addition, the Pathfinders and Masterguides will be ushering each
night and on Sabbath. More importantly, there will be opportunities each
night for young people and others to make a commitment to Jesus. The
Thursday and Friday evening meetings will be held at the Hillview Church.
Pastor Ryan Simpson, Youth Director for East Jamaica Conference will speak
on Thursday evening. Pastor Calvin Watkins, Evangelist and church leader
will be the speaker for Friday night and Sabbath.
The Sabbath school and Divine
Hour will be held at the new Bahamas Academy Site on Marshall Road.
Children's church will be held at the Berea Church.
Hymn Festival and Awards
Ceremony Adventist Hymnal Festival, Award Ceremony and the
closing of convention will be held on Sabbath afternoon, June 28 at 5:00
p.m. at the Hillview Church
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.
Bahamas Conference Educators
Association will conduct its monthly meeting tonight June 7, 2008 at the
Bahamas Academy Early Learning Centre. All members and those who wish to
become members are invited to attend.-Public Relation Officer
Seminar for Colporteurs A
training seminar for all categories of colporteurs (student, part-time,
full-time) will be continues tomorrow, Sunday, June 8, 2008 from 3:00 p.m.at
Conference Office. Please come on time.
New Englerston Early Morning
Prayer Meeting New Englerston's Prayer Meeting tomorrow, June 8, 2008 at
6:00 a.m. at the church. Next Sabbath, June 14 NE will hold its early
morning pryaer meeting from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. all are invited to experience
this power hour! No meeting will be held on Sunday, June 15. - Allison M.
Rolle
The Eagle Music Ministry Choir
will hold rehearsal on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. at the
New Englerston Church. Please plan to be on time! 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 will become available on June 4, 2008 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!
EMMN Choir Rehearsal will
be held on Sunday, June 8 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. -Allison M. Rolle, EMMN
Music Workshop at Breath of
Life The BOL Adventist Church, Marshall Road invite you to join us
as we celebrate our all-day Super Sabbath/Choir Day today beginning at 9:00
a.m. The weekend activities will conclude on Sunday, June 8 at 7:30 p.m.
with a grand gospel Concert. All are welcome! BOL Music Department
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
Sabbath School
Sabbath School Teacher
Certification Seminar, June 23 and 24, 2008, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the
Hillview Church. All Sabbath School Superintendents, Teachers and
Assistants, and Personal Ministries Directors must plan to attend.
Each church must submit the names of those attending by June 10, 2008, to be
registered with a fee of $10.00 per person to assist with materials -Pastor
Wilfred T. Adderley, Assistant Sabbath School director
Youth Council Meeting There
will be an important General Youth Council on Monday, June 09th at 7:00 p.m.
at Grant's Town Church. All A.Y., Pathfinder, Adventurer Leaders, and all
person involved in youth Ministries are requested to attend. Final plans for
Mid-Year Convention, Symposium, and other matters will be presented.
Registration for Day Session
for Convention Each church through their A.Y. society is asked to submit
to the Conference Office the names and t-shirt sizes of the young people who
will be attending the day sessions of convention. It is important that this
be done by Monday, June 15. Registration will then be held on Monday
morning, June 23 from 8:30 to 9:15., before the first session begins.
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 and singing during Mid-year convention are asked
to attend.
Basketball season begins on Saturday night, June 14 at the Bahamas
Academy Gym. The deadline to register your teams with the fees and names is
this Monday June 9. -Pastor Andrew E. Burrows, Youth Director
The 21st Annual Jeff Rodgers
Basketball Camp will be held June 23 to July 18 at the H.D. Colburn Gym.
Registration in progress Persons who would like to volunteer to work at Camp
“Yes I Can” for underprivileged children, ages 8 to 14, June 29 to July 6,
2008, at Camp Bamivoca, South Beach are asked to contact Sis. Marilyn Bonamy
at 393-8507 or 427-3476
The Hour of Gospel Music at the
Mary Ingraham Home continues today from 6 to 7 p.m. with the Bahamas
Academy School. Hillview Adventist Men is scheduled for next Sabbath, June
14, 2008.
Centreville Church to Host Vege
Cooking Class Vegetarian cooking and instruction class will continue
this Sunday, June 8, 2008 at the Centerville Church house 10 a.m. to 12
noon. A small Registration fee is required. All are invited, the classes
will be held every Sunday during the month of June. Registration is on
site.-Health Ministry Department CC
Community Services and
Masterguides Uniform Material (green) is available at the Conference Office.
Upcoming Events
June 21 Youth Issues
June 25 -29 Midyear Convention
July 26 Men’s Conference
Nov. 28 - 30 -Spirit of Prophecy Weekend
Dec. 13 Masterguide Investiture
Sun Sets Today at 7:58 p.m.
Sun Sets next Sabbath at 8:01 p.m.
