Online Logos April 30, 2005

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Finally! We have Started!

If you are a curious person, then the above caption would have gotten your attention. I can actually hear you say, "What has started other than hot days and Sabbath school?" Well, wonder no more. On Tuesday of this week, April 26, 2005, the foundation for the new Bahamas Academy Secondary division was excavated thus signaling the end of speculations as to when…. Thanks to Gwen and Thomas Hanna and the fine staff of United Backhoe and Equipment, who once again came to the aid of Bahamas Academy by providing the heavy equipment for the excavation.

What does this mean? Bahamas Academy's construction moves into full gear with the objective of completion of phase one in two years. Isn't that a bit presumptuous, owing to the enormous task ahead of us? Certainly it would be, if we were to dwell on all the financial concerns (6.2 million for the seconday division), and other challenges. However, if we took time to consider the awesomeness and greatness of God, we would discover that "nothing is too hard for Him." To ensure that we keep our focus on God as we knock on doors, write businesses and appeal to all, especially alumni of Bahamas Academy, the fund raising committee met on Tuesday, April 26, to intensify fundraising efforts in order to finance the project. This committee is headed by Brother Keith Major and includes Dr. Cheryl Rolle, Dr. Hugh Roach, Orencia Ferril and others.

Who will construct the school?  VBAs, those hard working men and women of our church who sense a call of God upon their lives and talents, and who have pledged themselves to be used to His honor and glory, will build the school. If you doubt this group of volunteers, consider their record which includes full construction of the Stevens SDA Church in Stevens Long Island, significant work to the Lowe Sound SDA Church in Lowe Sound, Andros and more recently, construction of the New Early Learning Center, off Old Trail Road. Proactively, VBAs and their leadership team of Winston Ash, Cecil Cartwright Sr., Henry Moncur and Howard Barr and others have been meeting during the past two weeks in anticipation of this project; and now it is go. Well, you may be asking, "what can I do, where do I fit in?" You will notice that each church has been assigned a section of the building. See the same in this week's Logos. Additionally, your financial contribution and building materials will go a long way. (Mark BA on your envelope).

Have the pledges stopped?  Pledges continue to come in weekly, and numerous businesses have given. Some of you may have heard that about two months ago, a non-alumnus who is not a member wrote a check in the amount of $5000 on the occasion of one visit. That was a clear indication that God will supply our needs. Need more proof? An alumnus of BA made the commitment to supply plumbing materials free, and where that is not possible, he will supply at the basic cost. Isn't God good! Get involved and ensure that we build a new Bahamas Academy soon.

Church Assignment:

West Building	East Building
Grant’s Town Johnson Park Bethel Berea	Hillview Real Harvest Breath of Life Gambier Mission
South Building	North Building
Maranatha Francophone Parkgate Living Faith	Centreville Good News Ebenezer Johnson Park Adelaide
Technical Building
New Providence Philadelphia New Englerston Bethany Message of Hope

 

Adventist Youth Leaders Trained As First Responders Proper preparation is the key to effective and efficient response to real-life emergency situations. On April 13th - 15th, 2005 over 30 Individuals from the community were trained to react to emergency situations at a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Seminar sponsored by The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in conjunction with the US Embassy . CERT is a positive and realistic approach to emergency and disaster situations where citizens are trained to safely provide assistance to the injured.

The training programme focused on dealing with hazardous material, terrorist attacks, fire, hurricanes and storms. Volunteers learned how to rescue an injured person safely should a building collapse or some other type of emergency arise. It also allowed volunteers to manage utilities, put out small fires, treat individuals for shock, provide basic medical aid, search for and rescue victims safely, collect disaster intelligence to support first efforts and to control bleeding.

On Friday (April 15th) an emergency simulation was carried out in Gambier Village where the CERT Volunteers got a chance to search and rescue real victims from bushes, burning buildings, administer medical aid and control bleeding. Although there were only a few fatalities, it didn't phase any of the volunteers because we were taught to save the greatest number of persons in the shortest time, so we just tagged them "BLACK" and moved on to the next victim. Thanks to the Cadets in training who acted as our guinea pigs and all turned out to be great patients.

At the end of the course, volunteers were presented with certificates and CERT kit backpacks which contained first aid kits, flashlights, glasses, masks, scissors and other emergency items.

The Youth Leaders that took the course were Marilyn Bonamy - Pathfinder Director - Breath of Life; Neko Davis - Pathfinder co-ordinator Eastern Region; Marguerite Williams - Asst. A.Y. Leader - Centreville, and Sherry Burrows - Adventurer Coordinator - Eastern Region. -Sherry Burrows, Youth Leader

Living Faith Celebrate 17^th Anniversary The Living Faith Church, Old Trail Road, will celebrate its 17^th anniversary and Community Guests Day under the theme "Pack A Pew" today, April 30^th, from 9:15 a.m. Come celebrate with us!

 

Breath of Life Celebrathes its 12^th Anniversary The pastor and members of the Breath of Life Church invite you to worship with them in celebration of their 12 anniversary May 7, 2005, at the church on Marshall Road.

Parkgate Celebrates 15^th Years The Parkgate Church invites you to come and enjoy the Sabbath of May 14 as we celebrate Homecoming and 15 years of grace and mercy since we were organzied into a church. Your presence is requested to fill the church from wall to wall. A Love Offering will be lifted to help us complete the building. Sabbath School begins at 9:15 a.m.

Pre-mother’s Day Women’s Ministries Boat Cruise Coming Soon Coming May 7, 2005, the Women’s Ministries department will host a pre-mother’s day boat cruise on board the largest of the Calypaso boats. Plan now to get your tickets from your local WM Leader. The boat will depart Prince George Wharf at 8:30 p.m.

 

Annual National Youth Parade Takes Place Tomorrow The annual national youth parade will take place tomorrow May 1st. All Adventurers, Pathfinders, Masterguides, and A.Y. leaders, in their uniforms and other youth groups in t-shirts are asked to assemble at Fort Charlotte by 1: 45 p.m. The route of the parade is as follows: Fort Charlotte to Bay Street, Bay Street to East Street. East Street to Ross Corner. Ross Corner to Chapel Street. Chapel Street to Meadow Street. Meadow Street to Nassau Street. Nassau Street to Bay Street. Return to Fort Charlotte

Parents are asked to ensure that their children are properly nourished and hydrated before the parade. Our goal this year is to have 1,000 Adventist young people on the parade.

12 Week To Wellness Program A Success Monday evening was an exciting time for the 175 participants who endured to the end of the 12 Weeks To Wellness program. They were bubbling over with stories of how their health have improved, the many pounds they have lost and the fact that they are empowered to follow a healthier lifestyle. On Monday May 2nd, at 6:30 pm at the Living Faith Church, our 12 Weeks To Wellness graduates will receive their certificates and be charged to go and help others.

Lots of thanks to the many Adventist Health Professionals who gave of their time, talent and means to make this great event a smashing success!

 

Volunteer Bahamas Adventist (VBA) is on the Move VBA has cut the foundation for the secondary school at Marshall Road and would like to have two persons who can tie steel to assist them.

VBA would like all persons with heavy equipment machines to contact them.

VBA invites all builders from Centerville, Good News, Ebenezer, Johnson Road and Adelaide churches to meet at the Early Learning Center for a very important meeting on Sunday, May 1 at 8:00 a.m..

Any additional information need relating to the above announcements please contact the President of VBA, Winston Ash at 394-1063

 

Youth Corner

A Message from Listen Up and Listen Up Youth Ministries (LYM) Young Ladies Club meeting (YLC) Saturday, 30th April, 2005. All young ladies ages 16-30 are invited to attend a special interest meeting and social hosted by butterfly babes YLC. Tonight, Saturday, 30th April, 2005, 8:30 to 10:00 at Living Faith SDA church hall.

 

Pathfinder Leadership Course*All Masterguides in training, Pathfinder Directors, Assistant Directors and all other interested persons are requested to attend the Pathfinder Staff Training Course beginning Sunday, May 1^st, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Hillview S.D.A. Church. The course is in conjunction with the Masterguide Training Classes/A.Y. Leadership Training Classes of 2005.

 

Pathfinder/ Adventurer Camp Pathfinder/ Adventurer Camp is being planned for North Andros from August 7th-14th. For further information please contact the youth department at the conference office

 

New Time For Listen-Up Listen up will continue to be aired the first Sunday in each month on ZNS 13 Television. However the time has changed from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

 

Publishing Department Seminar A seminar for literature evangelists (full-time and part-time) will be conducted April 29 and 30, 2005, at the Maranatha Church, Prince Charles Drive. The main presenter will be Dr. Joseph Barrett, Publishing Director of West Indies Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The time schedule will be:

Friday, April 29, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 30, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Students who plan to engage in the literature ministry this summer are requested to attend.

 

Principal Needed for SDA School The North Bahamas Mission Executive Committee is seeking to fill the position of Principal of The Grand Bahama Academy of SDA. Applications form and nomination of qualified persons for the position are being accepted.

All applications or nomination should be submitted to: The Chairman, Search Committee, P.O. Box F 40515. Fax: 374-5673 or 374-5674.

 

SDA Educators' Association Meeting All Adventist educational professionals (teachers, counselors, and administrators) are asked to attend the final meeting for the 2004-2005 school year, on Saturday, April 30, at Doctors Hospital at 8:30 P.M. Come and celebrate the miracles God performed just for you in your classrooms and offices. At this time we will also share the names of the persons for whom we have been praying this school year. Don't miss this time of THANKSGIVING, PRAISE, and FELLOWSHIP! -Public Relations Department

BA Early Learning Center Now Registering children ages 2 to 5 years-old at the campus on Old Trail Road. - Mrs. Hermia Brown, Coordinator, BAELC

 

 

Messengers of Hope Needed The Home Health Education Service needs some committed positive representatives. The successful applicants will be rewarded according to their diligence and faithfulness. Unlimited opportunities for growth and development of a business that can provide benefits on various levels. You have to get involved to believe it. Call 341-4021 to arrange for an interview. Only serious Christians need apply.

AY at Living Faith Say Thank You The AY department at Living Faith Church says a big "THANK YOU" to all those who participated and supported our youth weekend. Special thanks to Dr. Marvin Smith, Jerry Duncombe, Martin Rahming and Desmond Sturrup who assisted with the music for that weekend, may God continue to bless you all in your music ministry.

 

Wholestic Lifestyle Center Opened Wholestic Lifestyle a clinic specializing in Colon Hydrotherapy (Colonics) is now opened for business. Call 325-6173 or 323-0610 for additional information on how you can benefit from this highly recommended health program.

Maranatha Culminates Women’s Ministries Month Today Under the theme Inspired by the Past, Called to Shape the Future in Hope and Love" the women of Maranatha got off to a great start by having their 1^st Women’s month. The speakers included Sisters Miriam Knowles, Barbara Carey, Nora McCalla, Edith Roach, Ursula Rolle, Patrice Clarke, Dr. Idamae Hanna and Dr. Cheryl Rolle.

During the month visitors included, the Cancer Society, The women of Kelly Ward of Sandilands; Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Cynthia Pratt, Hon.. Melanie Griffin, Hon. Janet Bostwick and Mrs. Sabrina Pinder.

On behalf of the Women’s Ministries Department I would like to give heartfelt thank you to all our special guest speakers and visitors for making our women’s month extra special. May God continue to bless you and strengthen you all. Come join us today for our final service during the Divine hour and be blessed. -Gia Stubbs

 

Adventist Book Centre The Adventist Book Centre is pleased to announce that the large SDA Hymnals with notes are available in various colours. For your complete health food needs, come and visit us. Devotionals for 2005 are still available. Thank you for your patronage. -Kenny V.A. Deveaux, ABC Manager

 

Layman to Conduct Crusade in Exuma Lay Evangelist Dave Williams will be leading out in the Amazing Grace Gospel Crusade in George Town, Exuma, May 15 to 28, 2005. Volunteers are solicited to be part-time or full-time helpers. For details contact Bro. Dave at 322-4914 to be a part of this lay mission effort.

To culminate this event, a grand ole fashion gospel concert will be held on the evening of May 28. Gospel artists are invited to be a part of this special event.

 

Hour of Gospel Music at Mary Ingraham Home

The Hour of Gospel Music at the Mary Ingraham Home continues on a weekly basis at 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The schedule for today, April 30, will be the New Providence Church, and next week, the Parkgate Church.

Olga Roach’s G C. Group to Meet Tonight All persons traveling to General Conference in Olga Roach’s group are asked to meet tonight at the Maranatha Church, Prince Charles Drive at 7:30.

 

Roland Brown’s GC Group to Meet Tonight All persons traveling to General Conference in Roland Brown’s group are asked to meet tonight at the Grant’s Town Church immediately after Vespers. Important matters will be discussed.

 

SDA Burial Society to Meet A regular general meeting of the SDA Burial Society will be held on Monday, May 2^nd, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church Annex. Members can become financial. Persons needing interment arrangements are encouraged to join now. -Henry Moncur

 

Jeff Rodgers 18^th Annual Basketball Camp The 18^th annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball camp is scheduled to begin June 27 and end on July 22, 2005. Camp starts at 9:00 a.m. at the H. D. Colburn Gym. Registration can be done at the SDA Headquarters and the BA Secondary Division.

 

Funeral Announcement We regret to announce the death of Bro. Herbert J. Joseph of the Good News SDA Church on Sunday, April 24. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 1^st at 10:00 a.m. at the church in Flamingo Gardens. We want Sis. Joseph and the rest of the family to be assured of our continued prayers and support. -Editor

Sun sets today at 7:38 p.m.Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:43 p.m.