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From The Office of The President It is summer time, a period of vacation, travel and wondering what to do. The same could not be said of Volunteer Bahamas Adventist members who are working overtime and assiduously to complete the various projects to which they have committed themselves. Bro. Howard Barr and his team of five are in North Andros this weekend to continue the work on the Lowe Sound Church building. While two persons are in Long Island, Bro. Cecil Cartwright Sr. And his team are working to meet the September deadline for completing the Early Learning Center. Then Bro. Elvardo Perpall and his team are doing a great job in improving the Camp site. Visits to each site coupled with regular briefings by Bro. Winston Ash, VBA President, have left me with a sense of gratitude and gratification. I am moved as I see men and women sacrificing and giving so willingly of their time, talents and themselves to ensure that the various capital development projects are attended to without expectations of remuneration. Truly, a spirit of volunteerism is very much alive. However, I am equally concerned that such a spirit could be dampened through discouragement. To avoid this it is necessary that more persons come to the fore with words of encouragement and visible support. No one is discouraged more easily than one who feels that he/she is doing his/her share and more while others are spectators. Thus, I make another appeal for added members, teachers and other school personnel, pastors, conference headquarter, workers and students to assist at one of the sites tomorrow and Monday. Since work continues at the ELC daily, parents may wish to take their teenagers and young adults to this site during the week. Besides receiving a scrumptious meal each day, the young people will benefit by being exposed to the skills and talents of some of our veteran builders as well as being kept out of trouble. I am equally impressed with the level of support seen at the Camp site. I noted with interest a solid team of volunteers working with Director Andrew Burrows, supervising our children, cooking for them and providing wholesome activities. The number of stories depicting God’s blessings is awesome. I trust that some time will be found to chronicle those relating to non adventists coming to our aid in ways unexpected. I need not repeat what many of our members have done. Additionally, there is structural engineer major who is interested in coming to our shores to work for 6 months with VBA at no charge. This volunteer is prepared to pay his fare to the Bahamas. We are simply seeking accommodation for this 21-year-old Junior at Pacific Union College. Vacation Bible School teachers and workers are also to be commended for these annual experiences of fun and learning for youngsters, thus assisting SDA and Non-SDA parents. Keep up the great work! Next weekend the Youth of our Conference will conduct their annual Youth Camp Revival with Pastor Burrows as speaker at Berea. You are all invited. I am told that these services will be innovative, exciting and are designed to appeal to all persons. The singing and drama will be "something else"! Don’t miss the meetings! Following this series, Let God Speaks Prophecy Campaign with Evangelist Guy Nembhard will begin. Commencing on Saturday evening, September 13, at the Queen Elizabeth Sporting Complex, these will be the biggest evangelistic meetings ever conducted in the Bahamas. Please follow the countdown instructions so as to ensure a successful campaign. Finally, I remind you to get involved, get involved in your church, in VBA, youth activities in our school or in some ministry. Your funds are also needed to support these projects. Together we can accomplish the unthinkable. Do your part today!
One Hundred Pathfinders and Adventurers Attend Camp Bamivoca 2003 Monday, July 28, at 5:00 p.m. about one hundred Pathfinders and Adventurers assembled for the official opening of Camp Bamivoca 2003. Relatives, friends, Bahamas Conference officers, and the Honourable Cynthia (Mother) Pratt, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, joined the campers for the opening ceremony. In a very sincere manner, the Deputy Prime Minister challenged the campers to take advantage of the opportunity given them to attend this camp. Dr. Leonard Johnson, Bahamas Conference President, explained that the aim of Camp Bamivoca was to help the children improve their interpersonal skills and assist with the development of their character. See Photos The theme chosen for the duration of the camp (July 27 – August 3) is "Courage to Conquer." Also, an appropriate theme text was selected from Deuteronomy 31:6. It says: " Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave nor forsake you." Assisted by a capable team of officers and counselors, Pastor Andrew Burrows, Camp Director, organized a strong program to cater to the needs of the four dimensions of each camper (spiritual, physical, mental and social). Teacher Needed We are in urgent need of a teacher of English Language for the Secondary School for September-November, 2003. Please contact the principal or Education Director as soon as possible.-Education Department Lay Pulpit Exchange The Lay Pulpit Exchange outreach program is scheduled for Sabbath, Aug. 9th. Each church is being requested to submit designated speakers by Aug. 7th to the Lay Activities Dept.
Religious Liberty Steering Committee The first annual Religious Liberty Rally, held Sabbath, July 19, 2003 at the Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church, will long linger in our hearts as a time of inspiration, reflection and thanksgiving to God for His divine favor upon our nation and His remnant prophetic movement. In particular, we commend the Francophone Church Sanctuary Choir for their stellar rendition in French of the well loved hymn ‘Crown Him Lord of All’. Following the rally, a Religious Liberty Workshop was conducted on Sunday, July 20, 2003 by Sister Princess Lawes, West Indies Union Communications, Public Affairs and Religious Liberty Leader. The climax of the weekend was the historic launch of the National Religious Liberty Association in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. A steering committee, composed of the following persons, was appointed to facilitate the ongoing thrust of the NRLA in the Bahamas Conference: J. Carey, E.D. Clarke, W.T. Adderley, Adelma Penn, Stanley Rolle, Carl Kemp, Christopher Symonette, Dwight Brown and B.H. Brennen. The Steering Committee will convene monthly for the purpose of achieving the overall goals and objectives of the Religious Liberty Association. - Dr. M.D. Toote, Religious Liberty Director Important VBA Meeting All VBA members, pastors, Adventist Men Leaders and interested persons are asked to attend a very important meeting this evening at 8:15 at the Living Faith Church.-Dr. L.A. Johnson, President Evangelism: ‘ Let God Speak’ Countdown
Health Ministries Be healthy Be happy T-shirts are available at the office. "Exercising by faith, walking with Jesus" is the message you will promote when you wear one of these shirts. Ephesus Is Moving "Moving to Higher Ground" is the theme for the moving activities of the Ephesus Church. Services will be held at the church on Parkgate Road, Sept. 3-7, at 7:30 each evening. Guest speakers will be Pastors M.A. Smith, E.D. Clarke and Dr. L.A. Johnson. In preparation for the move, a grand work day will begin at 7:00 a.m. tomorrow at the Parkgate Road site. Masons, carpenters and Hard coat Specialists are needed. We also need tools. Food items for lunch will also be accepted. Your support is greatly appreciated. Communion at Grant’s Town The churches are invited to participate in a special quarterly communion service, today from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Grant’s Town church. Husbands and wives will have an opportunity to wash each other’s feet. Special music will be provided by the Sanctuary Choir. The public is invited. Host is Pastor Eric D. Clarke. Camp Meeting 2003 The Adelaide SDA church’s mid week In-reach Revival under the theme "Lord, Send the Fire" was conducted by young Elder Duane Johnson. The service began Wednesday, July 9th, at which time our small gathering met at the base of the mountain and began experiencing the Holy Spirit presence as Bro. Johnson preached on the condition of the Adventist church and the state in which we as members find ourselves at present.. The evening of the 11th being the beginning of Sabbath, we were reminded of the purpose of Revival, which is to "wake up the believers and members of Christ church to the realization of our complacency and our lukewarmness". That service advanced us several rungs up the ladder in our quest to reach the top of the mountain. Sabbath morning continued with the topic "The Great Judgment Morning". Elder Duane mesmerized his audience with scene’s from Rev. 20:12-15. At the end of his presentation and the rededication prayer, all under the canopy of the tent felt the presence of God’s Holy Spirit in and among our small congregation. During the afternoon session, we were all blessed with Sis. Marlene McKinney’s health lecture. Our vesper service concluded with a few spiritual songs that were presented by a few of our sister churches. This writer’s conclusion is that we of the Adelaide SDA church had for the first time in our small church experienced what it must have felt like for Moses when he first experienced his mountain summit experience with Jehovah. As a result of the In-reach revival, it is our determination to allow the Holy Spirit to revive and remain with us until Christ shall come or call. - Bro. Phillip R. Young Youth Corner August Monday annual family fun day at the Sports Centre will be from 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. Members of the Pathfinder Band will hold a car wash on August Monday at the Sports Center. Proceeds in aid of band uniforms. Nadia will host a gospel concert titled "God is Still Here With Me" August 3, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. at the Hillview Church. The entire SDA Community are invited to support this effort to assist Nadia with educational expenses. Nadia can be reached at #341-5566. Church League Basketball Championships continue tonight, and all awards will be given out tonight after the final game. Persons interested in attending youth congresses abroad are asked to register with the Youth department during office hours. Youth Crusade The Gospel News Network Presents: A Youth Crusade which will be held August 10 to 24 at the Berea Church. Committed and Connected (committed to God, connected to Man) is the theme for this year’s camp meeting. A Rally will be held this afternoon at Berea beginning at 6:00. ‘Let the Cross Be Your Source’ is the theme. Praise and Worship service will be held August 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Berea. August 31st a Youth Service will be heldat Berea. A Planning Committe meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 4th, 7:00 p.m. at Berea. A dress rehearsal will be held for all youth crusade workers/participants on Sabbath, Aug. 9th, 6:00 p.m., at Berea. For further information, you may contact Audley Mitchell at 362-1258. "Made With a Purpose " When God made you, you were made for more! That "more" was enveloped in your purpose....a purpose that can only be attained and sustained through the Divine Creator. The "Made for More" Young Women’s Conference held in South Andros, June 30th - July 3rd was designed to motivate all who were in attendance to realize their potential in God. Through rap sessions and messages presented on topics such as: "Made with a Purpose", "Vessel of Honor", "Identifying the "I" in You" and "Born to Overcome" with the help of our vibrant presenters (Andrea Musgrove, Miriam Knowles, Samantha Kerr and Anastacia Ferguson) that intent became a reality. We are indeed thankful to God for the seeds that were planted and pray that He will continue to water them with the Holy Spirit. Special thanks go out to our sponsors. - A. Ferguson Bible Workers Meeting All Bible workers are requested to meet tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. at the Centreville Church. Andros Adventist Development Association We are inviting all the citizens of North & South Andros to come to Grant’s Town Church on Aug. 9th at 8:00 p.m. for the first general meeting of this association. Pastor O. Boteng Breath of Life Family Island & Caribbean Feature (July & August) The Breath of Life Church again this year is featuring persons and descendants from the Family Islands and the Caribbean. On Sabbath, July 19th, Crooked Island was featured and the Spirit of the Lord moved as our special speaker, the Head Elder of the Landrail Point church, Clinton Scavella spoke on the topic, "A Spiritual Journey", his main text, Genesis 12:1-5. We were truly blessed. By means of an interview, Pastor Dr. S.N. McKinney gave the genesis of the work in Crooked Island. Let us continue to pray for the work in the Crooked Island District and the entire Family Islands. Vegetarian Cooking Class Vegetarian Cooking Classes are beginning August 10, 2003. Interested persons, please contact Marlene McKinney at 364-0085. Important Meeting for Community Services Leaders There will be a meeting for all Community Services Leaders and Assistant Leaders tomorrow morning at 8:00 at the Centreville Church. - Pastor T.B. Sturrup, Departmental Director NCU Students’ Meeting All New and returning students travelling to Northern Caribbean University on Sunday, August 17th, are asked to attend a very important meeting at the Conference office August 7th at 6:30 p.m. - Mr. C.M. Lewis, Treasurer News from Maranatha The Maranatha Church 33rd anniversary celebrations yielded 3 plus 3 baptisms. The Laymen’s Outreach completes the second week today. Please pray for the lay preachers and the souls who are deciding for Christ today. Congratulations to Sis. Monique McKenzie, the Youth Choir Director, on being voted ‘Employee of the Year’ in the Ministry of Social Services and Community Development. Philadelphia Says Thanks The pastor and members of the Philadelphia Church are grateful for the support given by the various choirs and individuals during last Sunday’s Concert and Rally. Thanks a million! Important Notice Please note that the deadline for submitting articles and notices for publication in the weekly Logos is Tuesday.
Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:53 p.m.
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