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Focus On the New Bahamas Academy
Next
month we shall converge upon the site of the new Bahamas Academy on
Marshall Road for our Mid-year convention (Sabbath morning service)!
Accordingly, we shall see for ourselves (if we haven't already seen) the
progress made since we last gathered there for worship back in January
of this year. I am pleased to report that much has been done to ensure
the ongoing construction of the school.
Actual Work
In January the focus was on the installation of the bar joists.
Since then they have all been installed; and so were the appropriate
conduits for the electrical, plumbing, electronics, and other services.
In fact, most of the second floor in the main building has been poured,
and walls in preparation for the belt course and eventually the roof are
being erected.
Because of Your Giving
Since January's convention, you and friends of Bahamas Academy have
given a total of Twenty-six Thousand and Three Hundred dollars
($26,801.77) to the project! This amount, together with the United
Development Fund (UDF) which comes from our churches weekly, has enabled
us to do all the work accomplished since January. Additionally, the
dollar-a-day initiative, in some of our churches, and members'
regular-contributions have made and continue to make a difference. The
following is an indication of the pattern of giving to date:
Churches
Amount
Adelaide
286.60
Berea
1,500.00
Bethany
24.63
Centreville
7,314.27
Gambier
200.00
Good News
278.75
Grant's Town
3,598.59
Hillview
1,058.58
Johnson Park
2,605.33
Landrail Point 32.00
Living Faith
2,907.71
Maranatha
1,718.00
Message of Hope 41.00
New Englerston 315.00
New Macedonia 33.00
New Providence 431.20
Parkgate
10.00
Peardale
2.00
Philadelphia
1,790.11
Redemption
100.00
Others
2,555.00
Recently a member handed me a pledge in an envelope for Bahamas Academy.
Another member, in a matter of days, brought his pledge to headquarters.
Also, a non-Adventist who views the weekly Adventists Speak TV program
on Channel 11 called and arranged for the collection of a monetary
donation. What is amazing about this is that the lady is partially
bed-ridden, yet she felt the need to give toward the project. Yes, these
and other similar stories speak to the generosity and willingness of
many persons to give to Bahamas Academy. Again, I say on behalf of my
colleagues a million thanks! Thanks to each of you; for whatever amount
you give to assist us in moving the project forward.
Immediate Need As we
bring into focus the immediate need in the current stage of
construction, about One Million Dollars ($1000,000.00) will help us
purchase and install the roof and all electrical materials. We believe
that the Lord will use you and others to help meet this need.
Grant Proposal Now that
the grant proposal is ready (thanks to Dr. Carey, Marie Rolle, John
Garcia and the BA Steering Committee), we are in a position to receive
additional funding. With this document delineating the cost of what has
been done to date and what it will cost to complete the project, we are
in a better position to request further assistance from financial
institutions and others who may be willing to help us be ready for
opening in September 2009. Together, with your little or much as well as
mine, we can do the impossible. Therefore, I encourage you to be
faithful, and God will continue to crown our efforts with success.
Looking Back Finally,
it is comforting to look back over the few years since 2005, reflecting
on what God has accomplished through the partners of Bahamas Academy.
Were it not for you and Volunteer Bahamas Adventist (VBA) the ground on
Marshall Road would be the same today. Continue to be faithful and
committed, for "He who begun a good work will see it through to
completion." He is simply giving us the opportunity to do our part.
Thanks! - Dr. Leonard A. Johnson, President, Bahamas Conference of
Seventh-day Adventists
Adventist Men's Choir Performs at the Kirk. The Adventist Men's
Choir will be in concert at St Andrew Presbyterian Kirk, May 24, 2008,
at 8 p.m. All are invited to attend and bring a friend. An offering will
be taken. Part proceeds to assist in establishing a scholarship fund for
boys at Bahamas Academy and the new school building.
All Adventist Men Chorale members are reminded that rehearsal
will be held today, Sabbath, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. at the Living Faith
Church. Please be on time. - Anthony Roach, Choir Director
A Messenger of Hope Are you concerned about the immorality,
crime, violence and apparent disrespect for the rights of others that
plague our society today? Do you feel hopeless and helpless to do
anything about what is taking place before your eyes? Well, you can do
something to change the minds and hearts of people from unacceptable to
acceptable behaviour. You can become a messenger of hope by joining our
literature evangelism team. Embrace the opportunity to get the message
out so that souls might come into God's family.
A seminar for all
literature evangelists (full-time, part-time, and students) will be
conducted on Sunday, May 18, 2008, from 9 - 11 a.m. at the Conference
office. We will show you how to distribute our health, educational, and
religious materials to help the readers experience a good life now and
prepare for the better life. The literature ministry offers
students the opportunity to earn money to pay their school fees. It is
also an avenue adults can use to earn a good income. Attend the Seminar
on Sunday. You will be glad you did. Attend the Seminar on Sunday. You
will be glad you did. For further information call Dr. Carey at
324-0470.
Women’s Ministries
Leadership Course continue tomorrow, Sunday, May 18 at 8:30 a.m. at
the Conference Office. -Miriam Knowles, WM Director, BC
Choir Directors Meeting:
All church choir directors are asked to attend an important meeting with
Barrington Brennen at the Living Faith Church today (Sabbath, May 17) at
4:30 p.m. This is in preparation for the upcoming concert with the
Handle's Messiah to be performed in December -Pastor Barrington
Brennen
NEW ENGLERSTON EARLY MORNING PRAYER MEETING - VISITATION - Sunday, 18th
May, 2008 - Join us as we visit the Living Faith Prayer Meeting at 6.
a.m.
HOUR OF PRAYER is scheduled for the 2nd Sabbath in each month at 8:15
a.m. to 9:10 a.m. No Sunday Prayer Morning Meeting will be held on the
2nd weekend.
VISITATION - The New Englerston Prayer Ministry will visit another
Prayer Meeting, each 3rd Sunday in the month. Roger & Allison Rolle, N.
E. Prayer Ministry Co-ordinators
EAGLE MUSIC MINISTRY CHOIR MEMBERS - Our next meeting is scheduled for
Sunday, 24th May, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.at the New Englerston
Church. Thank you for your support during the visit of "Journey" of
Andrews University. Allison M. Rolle for EMMN.
"JOURNEY" - CDS are available at the ABC. We would be grateful for your
support of this Choir's ministry. Allison M. Rolle
Adventist Church Heritage Class The Masterguide class of 2008
will host the Church Heritage course beginning this Sabbath, May 17 at
3:30 p.m. at the Good News Church. All are invited to attend. Come and
learn more about the history of the Adventist church.
Bahamas Conference Youth Choir Youth choir practice continues
today at 4:30 at the Message of Hope/Bahamas Academy Gym. All young
persons who are interested in being in the Conference Youth Choir are
asked to meet today at this time.
Pathfinder Council meeting/
WIU Pathfinder Camporee Meeting. There will be an important meeting
for all Pathfinders and Masterguides registered to attend the upcoming
camporee on Monday, May 19, at 6:00 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church.
This will be followed by a Pathfinder Council meeting for all Pathfinder
directors, and deputy directors at 7:30 p.m. at the same venue.
Health &Wellness Summit 2008 If you wanted to attend the health
summit in Orlando and couldn't because of financial constraints, this is
your chance to attend our very own Health and Wellness Summit 2008 from
May 28th - June 1st at a very affordable price. The Health Summit is
sponsored by Health Ministries & Community Services Departments
featuring both local and international presenters. Each participant will
choose two seminars, one from each session.
Session I
A. Lifestyle prevention and management of Diabetes, Cholesterol and
Hypertension
B. Grief Recovery
Session II
A. Hydrotherapy and Home Remedies
B. Vegetarian Cooking and Instruction
Seminar cost is $75.00. Early-bird registration fee: 20% discount if
registered by May 23, 2008. There is a limit on class size. Register now
at the Conference Office.
Each local church is encouraged to sponsor at least one person from
Health Ministries &
Community Services
Departments. All Adventist Men Leaders are requested to meet Sunday
morning, May 25 at Living Faith Church, Old Trail Road at 9:00 a.m. for
a very important meeting. Items on the agenda include upcoming men’s
retreat and Family Island iniatative.
The Hour of Gospel Music at
the Mary Ingraham Home continues today from 6 to 7 p.m. with the
Philadelphia church. The Parkgate Church is scheduled for next Sabbath,
May 24.
Special Mothers’ Day Banquet. We invite you to our grand Mothers’
Day Appreciation Banquet May 25 at 7 p.m., seating time at the British
Colonial Hilton. Please see your Women’s Ministry Leader for further
details. The banquet is sponsored by Prizims Ministries
Advertisement for Teachers Bahamas Academy is seeking full-time
and substitute/part-time teachers for the 2007-08 school year. Persons
wishing to assist in the Early Learning, Elementary or Secondary
divisions can contact the Principal at the school during regular working
hours. Phone: 394-0094, 393-3381, 393-8898 or 394-8838-9
All Church Clerks are
asked to submit to the Secretariat Office their church’s directory of
officers for 2008.
Community Services and Masterguides Uniform Material (green) is
available at the Conference Office. All Community Services personnel and
Masterguides are asked to come and purchase their material as soon as
possible.
All community Services leaders are asked to meet at the
Conference Office Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. Plans for our
community services weekend in October ,as well as monthly training
meetings will be discussed including the upcoming hurricane season.
All Adventist Lawyers and other professions related to the Legal
field are invited to a meeting on Thursday, May 22, at the Conference
Office at 6:30 p.m.
The Adventist Book & Nutrition Centre is pleased to announce that
a new shipment of miscellaneous nuts and herbal supplements are in
stock. Come on by and check us out!
Upcoming Events
May 23 - 25 -Finance Seminar
May 28 - June 1 -Health & Wellness Seminar
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
Dec 14 Handle’s Messiah Concert
Mail Box Notice This is to advise our membership who are using
the Conference’s mail box that due to the large volume of mails passing
through the Conference box it has become difficult to manage the mails
on a weekly basis. We are advising all concerned to use alternate means
of getting your mails; the Conference cannot assume responsibility for
the timely receipt of mails or its safety. There are many mails coming
through with names that we are not familiar with, as a result the mails
cannot be delivered. -Administration
Looking for Donated Office Space The Pathfinder Corporation is
seeking an affordable office space to house our office. Anyone with
information or persons who may have a space that they can assist with,
are asked to please contact Barry Shane Saunders at 356-8466 Mon. - Fri.
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday Night Activities
Volleyball playoff and games will be held tonight at Bahamas Academy
Gym. Teams scheduled to play are asked to be present by 8:15 p.m.
Basketball season begins in June. Churches are asked to get their teams
registered at the Conference Office now.
Sun Sets Today at
7:48 p.m.
Sun Sets next Sabbath at 7:52 p.m.
