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Stewardship Emphasis
There is
a tremendous phenomenon that is sweeping the United States of America and
the world. His name is Barack Obama. Here is an individual, despite
his humble upbringing, believes that he can be the President of the great
United States. In addition, our world seem to be in an upheaval:
cyclone in Myanmar (Burma) where millions have been displaced, and over
100,000 feared dead; earthquake in China where the death toll is over
10,000; a barrel of crude oil costing over $130.00, resulting in escalating
cost of food, gas, utilities and airline tickets thus causing everything
else to go up, except the salaries and wages of individuals; wild fires and
tornadoes throughout the United States; fires and murders even in our own
Bahamaland. What is the child of God to think of all of these things?
The child of God should run to
his/her Bible and develop a greater or more meaningful relationship with
Jesus Christ, through the study of HIS word and a powerful prayer life.
After all, Jesus is the "author and finisher of our faith." Matthew 24:6-8
has been telling us of all these things for a long time. We must live a life
of continual preparedness, and we must never give up our hope in Christ.
Hope to the Christian is like air to our lungs; we can't live long without
it.
Herbert E. Douglass in his little book, "How to survive in the 21st
Century," (sold at the Adventist Book Center) says "without hope, we face
the future without air in our spiritual lungs," Paul in Romans 8:24 tells us
that we are saved by hope. Douglass continues, "Hope is always best when
grounded in a person that we can trust absolutely. When we are troubled by
problems bigger than life we need a Person bigger than our problems." Psalms
37:3-4 supports him, "Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land, and
feed on His faithfulness. Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall
give you the desires of your heart."
That is why this weekend's program
is so important!! We are inviting ALL of our members to this Stewardship
Weekend so that we will apply ourselves to the word of God and see what
instructions He has therein for His people. You will be blessed, as we sit
at the feet of the Lord's servant, Dr. Gordon Botting, a Stewardship
specialist, with over 36 years of experience, from the Pacific Union
Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
Each of us must possess the "audacity of hope." Hope in the coming of our
Lord! -Kenny V. Deveaux, Stewardship Director
Goals for
Laymen’s Crusades
Bahamas Academy
Stars Are Still Shining! This month has brought in
tremendous success for Bahamas Academy! Three of our students have done
exceptionally well in their academic pursuits. They are Genae Darville from
Grade 4, Ree-Anne Jones and Matthew Negre from Grade 6.
On Thursday, May 15, 2008, Michael
Negre was awarded second place in the Mathematics Competition sponsored by
the Ministry of Education in conjunction with the College of the Bahamas.
After one round of the competition, which was closely contested, Matthew
emerged in second place by a one point margin against the number one spot.
He was the recipient of many gift certificates, a scientific calculator and
many other gifts. Special thanks to the Ministry of Education, College of
The Bahamas, Mrs. Greta Kemp and the hardworking team that created an outlet
for our students to shine.
Genae, among other students from
our school, entered the "My Caribbean Essay/Speech Competition" sponsored by
Conde Nast Traveler in cooperation with the Caribbean Tourism Organization
coordinated by Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Education,
Toastmasters and Bahamas Hotel Association. Our school is honoured to
announce that Genae's essay qualified her to compete in the speech
competition on Thursday, May 22, 2008. She is among the top 20 students of
our nation. We have been blessed to rise to the top in two consecutive
years. Last year, Bahamas Academy was placed third. We wish Genae well as
she prepares for the final round of this competition.
Ree-Anne Jones was nominated the
Student of the Year for Bahamas Academy in the Bahamas Student of the Year
Foundation. She was placed as a finalist in the competition and was
awarded a $1,000.00 scholarship from Nassau Agencies. We are proud of Ree-Anne
and our other students who continue to make great strides in their academic
journey. Let us continue to pray and give toward the success of our school
as we make Bahamas Academy shine brighter and brighter each day. God is
still doing great things! Joan M. Scavella, Vice Principal, Elementary
Division
Breath of Life Adventist Church
Adventist Men's
Choir Performs at the Kirk Tonight The Adventist Men's Choir will
be in concert at St Andrew Presbyterian Kirk, tonight, 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.
Good News Adventist Church Celebrates The Good News Adventist
Church, Great Britain Street, Flamingo Gardens Sub-division is celebrating
its 20th anniversary and Homecoming today, May 24, 2008 with a number of
activates that you are invited to participate in:
9:30 a.m. Sabbath School, 11:00 a.m. Divine worship with Dr. Leonard
A. Johnson as guest preacher. Beginning at 3:00 p.m. until 7:00
o’clock hourly services will be held with guest speakers. All are especially
invited to visit during an hour that's convenient to your schedule Pastor
Hugh and Sister Olga Roach say they would be delighted to greet and welcome
you to Good News. Come to the south and see what God has done at Good News.
It’s marvelous in our eyes!
Lay Outreach at Good News The Lay Outreach - “The Family and the
Word” revival will begin tomorrow, Sunday, May 25 and run nightly at 7:30
p.m., except on Thursday, at the church on Great Britain Street, Flamingo
Gardens Sub-division.
Breath of Life Church
The BOL Adventist Church, Marshall Road will host a MusicWorkshop with
our own Bahamian artists Thursday to Sunday, June 5 to 8, 2008. Join us as
we celebrate our all-day Super Sabbath/Choir Day on June 7, 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 to join us. BOL Music Department
National
Adventist Chorale to Perform Handel's Messiah in December. All
church choirs (youth and senior) and intersted persons are inivted 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. This first rehearsal will be
a funtime singing and introduction. The Handel's Messiah (Part One and Two)
will be performed by the National Adventist Choir (All church choirs) on
Sunday, December 14, 2008 at a place to be announced. Joining the production
of the Messiah will be The Bahamas Concert Orchestra. Plan to get involved.
Proceeds will aid the new Bahamas Academy. -Pastor Barrington Brennen
Eagle Music
Ministry Choir Committee would like to meet on Sunday at 4:30
p.m. at New Englerston - an hour before Choir Meeting - we need to get on
with plans for the Workshop. Eagle Music Ministry Choir Members next meeting
is scheduled for Sunday, 25th May, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at the New
Englerston Church. Any outstanding ticket funds from the Journey's Concert
will be collected at that time. -Allison M. Rolle for EMMN.
Youth Announcements
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.
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IAD Bible Bowl The
Bahamas Conference run-offs for the Inter- American Division Bible Bowl
will be held on September 12th. The top young person at this level will
represent the Bahamas conference at the West Indies Union Level in
November of this year. Each local church A.Y. club is asked to have
their run-offs by the end of July and submit the name of one young
person to represent their church to the youth department. The book of
study is Isaiah (N.I.V.).
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Adventist Sports League
Last Saturday night a new chapter was written in the volleyball books
as the season came to a close. It was a good showing and great family
atmosphere. Congratulation goes out to all the teams who participated in
this year's volleyball and the four teams that made the playoffs,
Hillview, Bethany, Centreville and Johnson Park. The championship was
between Hillview and Bethany, and the winner was... you guessed it,
Hillview. Special thanks to Curtis Bryan, Winston Symmonette, Carla
McGarvey-Sterling, Seanray Jennings, Lester Stuart, Barry Shane
Saunders, and to you the coaches, the players, and the church members.
Kudos to our sports coordinator Edward "Bobby" Romer. Thanks for a job
well done and worthy of praise. Next on the calendar of events are
Basketball in June, Softball, and the August Monday Family Sports
Day. Churches interested in having teams for the basketball season are
asked to submit the registration forms and fees NOW. -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
All Adventurers Leaders are asked to meet on Thusday, May 29, 2008 at 7:00
p.m. at the Hillview church. 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
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
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 Parkgate church. The Real HarvestChurch is
scheduled for next Sabbath, May 31.
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.
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 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 National Adventist Chorale
Handel's Messiah
Sun Sets Today at 7:52 p.m.
Sun Sets next Sabbath at 7:55 p.m.
Have a Wonderful Day In The Lord
