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Our Future Is In Jesus

Known for their innovation, surprises, excitement, and rare talents in music and drama, the youth of our Conference once again lived up to and surpassed expectations at the launch of Camp Meeting 2002. This central event to the summer youth calendar was launched on Sunday, July 29, 2002, at the Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church on Harrold Road. Employing the theme "Inspired By The Past… Called To Shape The Future", Camp Meeting 2002 attracted the young, the restless, the righteous, the middle aged and the elderly night after night. So exciting and impacting was the opening night that it became necessary to share the service nation wide. Thanks to the Communication Department and ZNS, members and citizens throughout the Commonwealth of The Bahamas were able to enjoy most of the service.   

 

On board to give the initial charge was Pastor Keith Albury, President of the Conference. He applauded Adventist Youth for their theme, noting its importance with relation to the fact that we live in a period classified as one of "…disconnectedness". Pastor Albury pointed out that many persons are inclined to distance themselves from their past and the past of those who have influenced and shaped our present ministry. He further noted that this attitude does not allow one to benefit from their past so that they may take these experiences and shape a better future.

Following Pastor Albury’s remarks the Conference’s Youth Director, Pastor Eric Danny Clarke, welcomed those in attendance as well as radio listeners. Additionally, he presented Pastor Pete Palmer, an anointed pulpiteer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This powerful man of God referred his audience to 2 Kings 5, the story of Namaan the Leper. Though this story of Naaman has been heard "umpteen" times, Sunday’s presentation contained new vistas of truth and applications that were refreshing and piercing. Pastor Palmer showed that God is a particular God, interested in our daily lives. He is concerned about what kind of food we put into our bodies, where we go after dark, and what church we attend.

Yet, that would not be all, for meeting after meeting the preacher unfolded and awakened in the listeners an interest for the Word of God. One individual remarked, "This brother is deep." This was truly a good old-fashioned revival time. Certainly, Pastor Clarke and his youth officers are to be commended for a spirit-filled speaker.

If you missed Camp Meeting 2002 this week you have missed a lot! However, there are a few more chances as Pastor Palmer speaks at Hillview this morning and again this afternoon at the music fest. Be sure to cash in on the final blessings as we have our service of reflections and thanksgiving on Sunday night.

We must express thanks to our youth organizers for a spirit-filled, powerful and relevant program. If they continue to lead according to the spirit, their future is assured and guaranteed in Christ.--Editor

Northern Caribbean University Notes Appointment of Dean of Graduate School Northern Caribbean University has appointed Dr. William Green as the Dean of the new School of Graduate Studies. Immediately prior to this appointment, Dr. Green served as Dean of the College of Education and Religion. He holds a Masters’ degree in Reading from California State University and a doctoral degree in School Leadership from the University of Oregon. He has served as Professor and Department Chair at Andrews University. Together with his wife Rita, they have authored a series of teacher training manuals.

The School of Graduate Studies will co-ordinate matters related to the graduate programs offered at NCU. These include a doctoral degree in Education and master’s degrees in Pastoral Theology, Education, Nursing, Biology, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health and Business Administration.

Graduation 2002 Update The 2002 Graduation Exercises will be held from August 9-11, in the newly completed Gymnatorium at NCU. The theme for this year’s event is "Creating the Future," Mrs. Patrice Gordon will speak at the Consecration Service at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9; Pastor

Wintley Phipps the Baccalaureate Service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 10, while Sir James Carlisle will speak at the Commencement Service at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 11.

Honorary degrees will be conferred on alumni Judge Pamela Appelt and Pastor Noel Fraser. Judge Appelt will receive the Doctor of Laws while Pastor Fraser will receive the Doctor of Divinity.

The Product Sample is Pastor Balvin Braham, former Youth Director of the West Indies Union and newly-elected President of West Jamaica Conference.

All holders of invitations to the Graduation Exercises, must ensure that they bring the invitations to the graduation. This will enable us to seat our guest appropriately. Please assist us in making you as comfortable as possible.

Please note the following revised dates on the NCU Calendar:

Aug. 13 - 15 Colloquium

Aug. 13 Managers/Sector Heads Meeting

Aug. 14, 15 All Administrators, Faculty & Staff

Aug. 20, 21 Freshman Registration

Aug. 22 Returning Students (A-M)

Aug. 23 Returning Students (N–Z)

McMillan Evangelizes in Belize On June 8, 2002, the largest evangelism tent crusade in Belize City, Belize, resulted in 130 baptisms. The crusade, titled "Campaign for Christ," was led by Evangelist Leslie V. McMillan, of the Inter-American Division.In spite of the rainy season, 800 people attended the crusade’s three weeks of evening programs. "This was truly a miracle," said Pastor Dennis Slusher, President of the Belize Mission. "It rained all around the city of Belize but not at the tent. If it did rain, it was not during meeting time, and even then it was light rain." New From Inter-American Division

Preparing for Winter Weddings Many Adventist engaged couples are preparing for their wedding ceremonies to be held in the months of November, December, January and February. These are outstanding months for weddings in the Bahamas. Remember, while planning for your wedding keep it sacred. Remember that the wedding ceremony is a sacred, solemn worship service, calling on God to bless the union of two people. Let your music display the true meaning of God’s love in marriage. Let you dress display Christian modesty and dignity. If you are getting married during the winter months, then July and August are the months to begin your pre-marriage counseling, if your haven’t done so already. A couple should have at least eight counseling sessions before they get marriage over a period of at least four six months. The pre-marriage sessions should cover the following subjects: God’s plan for marriage, religious values, roles, sexuality, finances, in-laws, health and family planning, values and goals, communication, creative problem solving, love and feelings, issues of power and control, starting a home, the wedding, the honeymoon, and after the wedding day. It is more important to prepare for your marriage than to prepare for your wedding. Adventist Counseling Services

Centreville to Maranatha

Maranatha to Centreville

Living Faith to New Englerston

New Englerston to Living Faith

Johnson Park to Philadelphia

Philadelphia to Johnson Park

Grant’s Town to Breath of Life

Breath of Life to Grant’s Town

Good News to Bethany

Bethany to Ephesus

Berea to Hillview

Hillview to New Providence

New Providence to Berea

Francophone to Ebenezer

Ebenezer to Francophone

Ephesus to Good News

 

Ingathering Materials Needed  Photos are being requested for the Ingathering brochure. Pictures may be submitted to the Community Services Department on or before July 23, 2002. Your prompt attention is solicited.

‘Adventist Spotlight’"  Adventist Spotlight," which is seen on Cable Bahamas, Channel 12, from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, features this week our youth speaker for our camp meetings, Pastor Pete A. Palmer, from the Allegheny East Conference. A rebroadcast will be aired on Tuesday at 8 p.m.

Community Services/Pathfinder Expo 2002 Plans are underway for the Community Services/Pathfinder Expo October 13, 2002. Churches are encouraged to call in their orders for tents, tables, etc. as soon as possible at 341-4021 Ext. 245.

Conference-wide August Monday Family-Fun Festivities August Monday Family Fun Festivities- A Celebration of health and life. Come and see Pastors’ Race, Children’s Race, Sack, Potato and Spoon, Blind Races, Wheelbarrow, and Team Oriented games, or participate in board games, Aerobics, Tae Bo and others. Participate or spectate, but be there, Let’s do it for the Health of it. -L. Stuart

Elders Forum Elders Forum will be held August 10, at 8:00 p.m. at the Living Faith Church

Basketball  Basketball Playoff begins tonight. Teams playing are Living Faith vs Bahamas Academy Centreville vs Good News

Bahamas Academy Secondary Parents may collect the following items from the secondary school Mondays to Thursdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and on Fridays between 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon:

1. Bank deposit slips

2. Acceptance letters for new students

3. Packages for new students

4. Summer school report cards

Bahamas Academy Elementary Parents are asked to collect their child’s BANK SLIP from the Business Office as of Monday, July 8, 2002, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. , Monday to Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Fridays. NEW PARENTS are also asked to pick up their child’s acceptance letter, bank slip, and other important documents at this time. -Nelson J. Bain, BAE Finance Department

Long Bay School Long Bay School in Marsh Harbor, Abaco, is accepting applications from persons wishing to fill high school English Language, Religious Knowledge and Spanish/Music teaching posts. Applicants should hold bachelor’s degrees and teachers’ certificates. For more information, please write to P.O. BOX AB-20377, Marsh Harbor, Abaco, or phone 242-367-2382. Principal

New Amendments to The Triple ‘C’ Family Plan For additional and current information on the Triple "C" Family Plan, please contact your pastor and person responsible at your church for the plan. Remember, we need a minimum of 1,000 persons throughout the entire Conference to sign up in order for the program to be fully implemented. Church treasurers are reminded that the first month’s report should now be submitted to the conference. -Pastor M. A. Smith, Stewardship Director

Burial Society There will be no Burial Society meeting for the month of August.

Softball Games The Adventist Church in Exuma has challenged us to send a team to Exuma to face it in a softball game. The date has been set for August 16 to 18, 2002. Persons interested in traveling are asked to contact me at the phone numbers below. Practice session continues Sunday, July 21^st at the Blue Hills Playing Fields. Individuals with coaching and officiating skills are asked to volunteer by calling the following numbers. Please call me @361-8306 or 293-1054 -Tyrrell. Miller

Youth Musical Extravaganza August 4^th To culminate the youth camp-meeting revival a musical extravaganza will be held Sunday, August 4, 2002, at 3:00 p.m. All Youth Choir Leaders and Choir members are asked to continue to prepare for this musical festival to be held at the Hillview Church

August Monday Family Celebration Dinner tickets will be on sale for the August Monday Family Celebration. For further information please contact Rowena Smith at 325-885.

Vegetarian Cooking and Tasting Extravaganza The Cooking and Tasting Extravaganza last Sunday at the Hilton was a success. Thanks to God and to all who supported the event. Among the many memories, foremost, may you remember how to live and maintain a healthier life style. Thank you once again. Marlene McKinney.

BA Early Learning The Bahamas Academy Early Learning Center is now accepting enrollment applications for K2 to K4 at the Elementary school on Penny Bank Lane. Applications may be collected from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. -Desiree Brown, Coordinator

Candidates for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree Programs Requested Persons in possession of 30 credits or more and interested in pursing a bachelor’s and/or a Master’s degree in professional management via Nova University may contact 325-6173 for details.

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