A WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY

Wow, what a window of opportunity! An opportunity to help finance the gospel to over half of the world's population. An opportunity to help fulfill the promise of Matthew 24: 14: "And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come." The goal is to establish 1,040 new congregations in the 10/40 window. Why? Because of the gospel commission of Matthew 28:19 & 20, and because of our existence as a church or movement with the mandate of Revelation 14: 6.

Consider that only about 1% of the people in this "window of need" believe in Jesus. Thus eternal life could escape them (see John 17:3) without your help. Further, fewer than .001% are Seventh-day Adventists. Thus the joy and blessings of being a part of God's remnant church (see Rev. 12: 17) escape them without your help. Yet, there is a window of hope and that is found in this window of opportunity. Our world church is reaching out to these people. You can participate with a GENEROUS OFFERING placed in the special "GC 2000 Offering" envelopes that will be available to you on May 27 and June 3, 2000.

Our goal here in the Bahamas Conference is to raise a minimum of $9,000.00. Let us, by the grace of God, exceed that amount by giving generously on one of the next two Sabbaths.

Of course this is over and above our regular tithe and offering. Let's sacrifice for this most worthy cause. Your gift to this Window of Need makes it instead a Window of Hope. Wow, what a "Window of Opportunity" God has given to us. I plan on using it. How about you?

-M. A. Smith, Stewardship Director

PASTOR BURROWS TO BE ORDAINED

June 3, 2000, at 4:30 p.m. has been designated for the ordination of Pastor Andrew E. Burrows at the Grant's Town Church, Wellington Street.

In 1990, Pastor Burrows commenced his studies at West Indies College in preparation for the Ministry. In April, he conducted Easter Evangelism (crusade) in Trelawny, Jamaica, resulting in baptisms. In the four years spent at the College, Pastor Burrows held numerous positions of responsibility. Among them: Resident Advisor, Head Resident Advisor, Assistant External Evangelism Coordinator for the Ministerial Association, Vice-President and President of the Bahamian, Bermudian and Caymanian Club and Vice-President of the United Student Movement.

In 1994, Pastor Burrows completed the Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion. Since then, he has been instrumental in several crusades in the Bahamas that netted over 87 precious souls.

Today, Pastor Burrows praises God for having used him to bring more than 91 precious souls to the Lord Jesus Christ, and solicits the prayers of his family and friends for his continual growth in the Ministry.

A special invitation is extended to the SDA community to be a part of this special service. Officers from West Indies Union will be in attendance.

SPECIAL STEWARDSHIP AWARDS RALLY

On May 27, 2000, at 6:00 p.m. the Model Church for the 1999 Stewardship Award will be presented in a special Stewardship Rally at the Hillview Church. We look forward to all of our churches being in attendance as we give thanks to God for what He has done with our lives and through us in 1999.

This will be an afternoon of Praise, Testimonies and songs. In attendance will be Dr. W. R. McMillan, Stewardship Director of West Indies Union. -M. A. Smith

ADVENTIST EDUCATORS MEETING

All persons involved in the process of education in both public and private school systems- teachers, school administrators, home scholars, school counsellors and school social- workers- are invited to a special called meeting of the SDA Educators 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 21, 2000, at Bahamas Academy.

3 ABN IS ON AGAIN

On Tuesday, May 16^th, Adventists throughout New Providence welcomed the return of 3ABN on channel 57.

The value of 3ABN'S programming was evident, over the past few weeks, by the deluge of calls that came to the Conference office and Cable Bahamas itself.

The Conference is now in touch with 3ABN and Cable Bahamas to facilitate the receipt of three other digital receivers for the other downlink satellites in Grand Bahama, Abaco and Eleuthera.

ASI CONVENTION 2000

ASI (Adventist-Laypersons' Servies & Industries) CONVENTION 2000 BARBADOS August 31 to September 3, 2000. All are invited -Contact Roderick Sands at #361-8683 or #341-4087. Coming Sunday, June 18, at 6:00 p.m. ASI Professional Seminar & Pinning Service (dinner will be served).

BAHAMAS ACADEMY SECONDARY

BA Secondary Honors Convocation will be held Sunday, May 21^st, at 5:00 p.m. at the H.D. Colburn Gym.

SOUTHWEST LAY FEDERATION CRUSADE

Begins tomorrow, May 21, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. In preparation for this, dress rehearsal will be held at the site on Bel-Air Park (opposite Percy & Roceta Miller's home) today, May 20, at 5:00 p.m. All Bible Workers, Choir Members, etc are requested to attend. Organizers are pleading with members of the churches in the federation to lend their support in order to make the program a success. Meetings will be held Sunday to Thursdays 7:30 p.m. nightly.

BC EXECUTIVE MEETING TOMORROW

**The regular meeting of the Bahamas Conference Executive Committee will be held May 21, 2000, at 9:00 a.m. at the BA Auditorium.

JAMES CISTERN CHURCH IN ELEUTHERA WILL BE DEDICATED JUNE 4, 2000

YOUTH TIDBITS

On Wednesday, May 17, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. the Senior Youth Leadership Training seminar kicked off at the Grant's Town Church with Pastor Errol Thomas, Youth and Family Life Director of West Indies Union. All persons interested in youth work are especially invited to attend the workshops.

May 17 to 19- 7:30 to 9:15 p.m.

May 20, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

May 21, 9 o'clock to 12 noon - Lunch break

Resumes at 1:30 and ends at 5:00 p.m.

**CONGRATULATIONS

He was a dreamer, a go-getter, an achiever at Binnie's Pre-school, Bahamas Academy Elementary and Secondary, College of Bahamas, Clark Atlanta and Mercer Universities. He attributes his success first of all to God, his master teacher, his parents, Roland and Rowena Smith, and his mentors, Arnold and Winifred Burrows, grandparents. Congratulations to Marvin Roland Smith who graduated from Mercer University April 29, 2000 and obtained a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Dr. Smith is the second Bahamian to hold such a degree. Upon his return home at the end of the month, he hopes to fill a position with the Ministry of Health as Director of Pharmacy at the Rand Memorial Hospital in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Thanks to all who supported, but most of all prayed for Marvin throughout his seven years in the USA. To be the glory great things he has done. -Mr. & Mrs. R. J. Smith

**Best wishes and congratulations to Bro. Sidney Forbes of Centreville Church and Sis. Cinderella Kelly of Hillview Church for being chosen 'Outstanding Teacher of the Year' by the Primary Principal's Association. Respectively, they have given 34 and 33 years in education.

**Congratulations also to Shon`et Brown, former head-girl of Bahamas Academy Secondary and daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David & Pansy Brown who graduated from Oakwood College with her bachelor's degree in Physician's Assistance. Shon`et plans to continue on to her doctorate. Best Wishes! - Portia Barnett

**13^TH ANNUAL JEFF RODGERS BASKETBALL CAMP**

The 13^th annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp will be held June 26 to July 21, 2000, on the grounds of Bahamas Academy, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. A number of NBA Players such as Travis Knight, Scott Burrell, Mark Jackson, Chris Webber, Kevin Willis, Tyrone Bogues, Mychal Thompson, Clyde Drexler, Byron Scott and Butch Beard are scheduled to be in attendance.

Known as the Basketball Camp concerned with more than just basketball, The Jeff Rodgers basketball camp teaches the benefits of discipline, hard-work, and sportsmanship. Applications are available at Bahamas Academy between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Boys and girls aged 5 to 18 are accepted.

DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT

Funeral Service for Sis. Rosie Rolle, wife of Bro. Isaiah Rolle of Maranatha Church will be held at the church on Prince Charles Drive, Sunday, May 21, 2000, at 1:00 p.m.

GOSPEL CONCERT

On May 21, 2000, BEC Choir, Maranatha SDA Church and Seraphic Sounds will sponsor a concert for Stephen J. Brown's Medical Fund at the Maranatha Church, Prince Charles Drive, at 5:00 p.m. A soft offering will be lifted.

NORTHEAST LAY FEDERATION joint rally will be held today at 6:00 p.m. at the Living Faith Church. Members of Centreville, Ephesus Bethany and Living Faith are requested to attend.

BAHAMAS ACADEMY SECONDARY 1980 CLASS REUNION

Attention, Bahamas Academy Class of 1980. Let's begin our 20^th year reunion with a service of praise and thanksgiving at the Bethany SDA Church, divine hour May 27, 2000, at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will be held after the service. For details, kindly contact Allison Mason at 364-5426, Jackie Gibson at 341-3780 or Debbie Zonicle at 364-1245

Sun sets today at 7:51 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:53 p.m

HEALTH MINISTRIES DIRECTORS TO MEET

All Health & Temperance Leaders and their assistants are requested to attend an important strategic planning meeting Sunday, May 21, 2000, at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor P. A. Scavella at the New Englerston Church.

FROM COMO TO HAWKINS

Dr. W. R. McMillan will be at the ABC on Wulff Road on Thursday afternoon, May 25, and Friday morning to autograph any of his first book purchased.LAY ACTIVITIES

Photos for Ingathering Booklet 2000. All Community Services or Lay Leaders requested to submit pictures for the Ingathering Booklet as soon as possible.

FAMILY ISLAND TRAVEL

TARGET 2000! The North-east Youth Federation is targeting the island district in an evangelistic effort, beginning June 23 to 26, 2000. Persons interested in traveling with the group are asked to contact local A. Y. Leaders for details. -Phyllis Woodside

HARMONIOUS PRAISE ANNUAL CONCERT

"2000 Strong and Still Connected." On June 17, 2000, at 8:30 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Centre, Stapledon Gardens, Harmonious Praise will once again be ministering in songs. Come and be a part of this life enrichment concert. Donation $10.00 at the door.

**PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT**

THE CONFERENCE OFFICE AND THE ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2000, FOR ITS ANNUAL SECRETARY'S DAY OUTING THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY POSTPONED.

BUSINESS RESUMES WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, AT 8:45 A.M. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED. -Management

ROLAND BROWN'S GC GROUP

All persons traveling with Roland Brown GC Group are requested to attend a very important meeting tonight 7:30 at the Grant's Town Church.

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