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Pentecost and More is More Than a Program
Today,
we join with more than 248,000 members of West Indies Union and over 2
million throughout the Inter-American Division of the General Conference of
Seventh-day Adventists, in culminating the activities of Pentecost and More
2008. Since the launching of this program in the Bahamas Conference last
year, a lot of activities have been staged to promote it.
Soul-winning Avenue
Most of you have heard the conference administrators and the pastors promote
Pentecost and More in our churches and at public gatherings. To some of you,
it might have been just another program to keep you busy. However, this
evangelistic thrust is more than a program. It is a Spirit led avenue of
soul-winning that involves every member of the church. In every district on
the Island of New Providence and on the Family Islands, we have had our
seasons of revival, training and equipping, community outreach and reaping.
And now we have come to the final stage of the season of reaping.
Oneness Needed As
thousands of faithful members and visitors gather at the various centers of
reaping in our conference, there is a spirit of optimism and joy in
anticipation of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the worshippers today.
During the week we have been praying for the oneness that is necessary for a
significant manifestation of the Holy Spirit to be evident. Just as the
disciples got rid of their jealousies, selfishness, and striving for
position before their experience at Pentecost, we must separate ourselves
from whatever will prevent us from experiencing the unity that must be
evident among those who will experience Pentecost and more. We must be
united in love for God and for one another to have that special experience
with Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
Miracles Expected At
all the centers in the Bahamas Conference, we are expecting miracles of
conversion to take place. Our three guest speakers have been presenting the
plain truth from the Word of God to eager listeners. Dr. W. R. McMillan in
North Andros, Pastor Antoine-Pierre Arbenzt at the Haitian Crusade in
Nassau, and Pastor J. Wilmoth James at the Sweet Redemptive Crusade in
Nassau are to be commended for accepting the challenge to be the voice of
hope in their respective campaigns. We are certain that God will crown their
effort with success. Because of their witness, many souls will give their
lives to Jesus and rejoice in His salvation.
Focus on Baptism
Because of the direction of the Holy Spirit, the faithful effort of pastors,
Bible workers, and the support of members, we anticipate a good ingathering
of souls. In fact, we are expecting to report a significant number of
baptisms today. Let us ask God to send the Holy Spirit to bring conviction
and salvation to those who are honest in heart. If you have not been
baptized, and you hear the Spirit speaking to you, submit and be baptized.
May this be a truly Pentecostal experience for all of us who have chosen to
worship God today. – Editor
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Pastor Antoine-Pierre Arbentz and his family are in Nassau for the
final weekend of the Revival |
Spiritual
Revival at Haitian Crusade According to John 4:35, the fields
“are white already to harvest.” These words came alive during the last four
weeks as the power of the Holy Spirit moved under the white tent on Adderley
Street, off Bernard Road, Fox Hill. Evangelist Antoine-Pierre Arbentz
allowed the Lord to use him mightily each evening of the crusade. He taught
the people what is expected of them as they prepare for the kingdom. Scores
of sincere souls have made their decision to accept Jesus as their Lord and
Saviour. We expect to experience Pentecost and more during today’s
convocation.
Final Concert
Everyone is invited to the final concert of the Sweet Redemptive Crusade at
6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2008 under the tent. Come and enjoy good
Christian music.
Bahamian
Youth Making a Difference The news is filled with negative
comments about young people, especially the young men in our community.
However, there are still some young people who are conscience, diligent and
determined to be the best that they can be. They are truly making a
difference in their speech, behavior and performance in the areas of their
interest. The following are such youth that have made us proud of them:
Marcia Musgrove has been
selected to represent the Bahamas at a workshop hosted by the Commonwealth
of Learning, a branch of the Commonwealth of Nations. Since March 3, she has
been in the Seychelles learning how to collaborate in online education
projects. A team leader representing the Caribbean region, Marcia is one of
20 persons from 16 different countries. She is the daughter of John
Musgrove, Sr. and Evelina Musgrove.
Leonardo Ferguson, the son of
Leon and Francis Ferguson, set a new record in the senior boy’s shot put
throw, winning a gold medal during the recent BAISS Track and Field events.
He is also a member of the 2007 Adventist Jr. Basketball Championship team
from the Message of Hope Tigers. At his church Leonardo serves as a Junior
Deacon, church pianist, and a member of the Youth Choir. He grew up in the
Pathfinder Club currently serving as a Junior Counselor.
Torrie Knowles, an employee
of the Bank of the Bahamas, was recently named Employee of the Year 2007.
From the age of five, he attended Bahamas Academy and graduated from high
school in 2003. While at the Academy, Torrie was involved in several school
clubs. He was also a member of the first junior basketball team that later
became the best senior team at Bahamas Academy. With three undefeated
seasons in a row, they later became the division champion.
Presently enrolled in the
Bachelor of Arts degree in Management at COB, Torrie is the son of Mr. and
Mrs. Brian and Eleanor Knowles.
Health Tips of the Week
Health professionals tell us that Breakfast is the most important meal
of the day. We need to pay attention to what the experts are saying. At last
Wednesday’s meeting of the Sweet Redemptive Crusade, the following reasons
were given for eating breakfast:
A good breakfast provides
energy needed for the day. It enhances your performance at work or at
school. It helps you to manage your weight better. You are less likely to
overeat when you eat breakfast. It helps you to be smarter and more
intelligent. To prepare for breakfast, drink 4 – 6 glasses of
water at least one hour before.
The Hour of Gospel Music
at the Mary Ingraham Home continues weekly on Sabbaths from 5 to 6 p.m.
Today, the Good News Church is expected. Next Sabbath, the Grant’s Town
Church is scheduled.
Hillview Adventurer &
Pathfinder Club Meeting – Sunday, March 16, 2008 9 – 11a.m.
All Adventist men Leaders
are asked to meet with Pastors Paul Scavella and Barrington Brennen on
Sunday, March 16, at 9 a.m. at the Living Faith Church to discuss some very
Important matters Related to Events for the rest of the year.
SAT Schedule The
final sitting for the SAT Academic year of 2007 - 2008 is Sunday, May 4,
2008. All fees and applications should be submitted to Bahamas Academy on
or before March 25, 2008. All interested students from both private and
public schools are invited to apply. - Denise Johnson, Guidance Counselor
ABC Announcements
Sabbath School Supplies will be available Monday, March 17 - Thursday, March
20, 2008. The ABC is now providing a new product line of nutrition
supplements and vitamins. Come and see which products match your specific
needs. The ABC will be open on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008.
Breath of Life Family Fun
Day The Youth Department at Breath of Life, in conjunction with the
Pathfinders and Welfare Department, will sponsor a Family Fun Day at the
church, Marshall Road, on Easter Monday, March 24. The event will be held
from 11:30a.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be lots of food, fun and fellowship
for the entire family. Come out and be blessed.
The Path to Life Radio
Ministry has returned to the Air on ZNS 1540 at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday
evenings. Tune in with Pastor Paul Scavella, Founder and Director and Host
Delthony Gordon as we share Christ with the nation.
The School of Evangelism
will begin at 5:00 p.m., on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at the
Living Faith Church.
Sabbath School and Personal Ministries Workshop
On Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 9
a.m – 12 noon at the Hillview Church, all Sabbath School & Personal
Ministries directors, assistant directors and secretaries are kindly asked
to attend this very important Seminar and Workshop. - Pastor W. T. Adderley
Religious Liberty & Trust
Weekend May 2-4. Listen Up for more details. All church Religious
Liberty and Trust Services Leaders are encouraged to plan to be apart of
this event.
Men’s Retreat 2008
"The Year of the Adventist Man" July 25 and 26, 2008. Plan to be there.
New-Born Adventist Men’s
Retreat in South Andros. If you were recently baptized, plan to be a
part of a special weekend retreat of New-Born Adventist Men. More
information coming soon.
Single Adults Retreat
Coming in July. This retreat will be for all singles age 25 and older
who were never-married, widowed, divorced, or single parents. It’s going to
be great.
Children’s Production
Tomiko Williams of the Maranatha Church is putting on a production entitled
“Noah, the Ark, and the Flood” April 27, 2008. She is inviting all young
persons (ages 5-12) who are interested in being a part of this production to
come to practices on Sundays at 9:30am to 11:30am. The production needs a
total of 110 children.
Masterguide Camporee
Update Our World Youth Director, Elder Baraka Muganda, and Pastor
Balvin Braham, Associate Youth Director of the Inter-American Division are
officially confirmed to be in attendance at the West Indies Union
Pathfinder/Master Guide Camporee to be held in Camp Verly, St. Catherine
Jamaica from July 21st to 28th, 2008. Over 500 international delegates
from various parts of the United States, Canada and Trinidad will be in
attendance. Another 3500 are expected from Jamaica, Bahamas, Cayman Islands
and Turks and Ciacos Islands. They are all very excited about the camporee
and are just ready to begin. Are you?
Our very own Pathfinder Band
will be out in full force. We are looking for a delegation from the Bahamas
Conference of over 100 persons. Parents, Pathfinders and Masterguides, time
is of the essence. You don’t want your Pathfinder to be left out from a
once in a lifetime opportunity. Registration fees and forms are due now.
- Sun
Sets Today at 7:19 p.m.
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Sets next Sabbath at 7:22 p.m.
