At the end of Sunday, July 7, the brethren were all smiles as they reflected on the enormous outpouring of God’s blessings. While they are grateful for the obvious hand of God in their efforts, they are not unmindful of the many current and future obstacles and challenges. Nonetheless, they are also mindful of the awesomeness and greatness of the God they serve. They continue to solicit our prayers and support as they seek to erect a church building to God's glory, not only in South Long Island, but also in the North. Persons wishing to assist with the Long Island project may contact Sister Dorothy Ritchie at Centreville, or Brother Warren Rogers in Long Island at 242 337-1598. Editor

Youth Camp Meeting Revival Beginning July 28, 2002, the youth ministries department under the leadership of Pastor Eric D. Clarke will launch its 2002 Youth Camp meeting Revival under the theme "Inspired by the Past—Called to Shape the Future." Guest speaker for these meeting will be Pastor Pete Palmer, a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

An open invitation is extended to all to join the youth of our conference in these camp-meetings to be held at the Hillview Church at 7:30 p.m. nightly.

Prior to camp-meeting revival beginning, a "Jesus in The Park" rallies will be held simultaneously in the following parks at 6 p.m. on Sabbath, July 20th:

1. The people’s Park, Flamingo Gardens
2. Freedom Park, Fox Hill
3. Father Marcian Peters Park, Mason’s Addition
4. Christie Park, Base Road

Free blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol screen will be available. All Adventurers, pathfinders, Masterguides and Youth leaders, parents/guardians and Pastors are especially invited to support these rallies in their region. -Youth Ministries

(A hurricane warning is when the hurricane can produce hurricane conditions within 24 hours).

When you are notified by Radio Bahamas or other local radio stations that your island is likely to be affected by a hurricane or a storm within 24 hours you should:

1. Check that all precautions that should have been taken earlier are completed.
2. Fix hurricane shutters to all remaining windows; DO NOT DELAY. High winds may make it impossible to do so later.
3. Stock up on special medication required by family members.
4. Feed animals and move them indoors or loose them.
5. Pick all fruits such as coconuts, mangoes and bread-fruits.
6. Tie down your gas tanks and satellite dish.
7. Listen and follow all advice and announcements on Radio Bahamas or other local radio stations. The warnings will advise whether those persons who need to abandon their home should seek safety in a designated shelter in your area.
8. Stay calm as your ability to handle emergencies will help others who may need your assistance.
9. Tie down garbage cans, garden furniture and dry loose objects or store inside if possible.
10. Take down television and radio antennas.
11. Clean and fill bath-tubs and spare containers with drinking water.
12. Ensure that your car (s) is/are in working order and fill tanks with gas.
13. If you will be away from home, turn off the main electricity switch, cut off gas supply and secure gas tank

1.  Stay in your home if it is safe, or in the shelter during the storm.
2. STAY CALM. If you are calm you will be able to assist others. Listen to your radio for information.
3. Be cautious during a lull in the storm. This lull may be the result of the eye of the storm passing over you, and it will be followed often by winds with greater violence from the opposite direction.
4. Be sure that a window or door can be opened on the side of the house opposite to that facing the wind.-Dr. M. D. Toote, Director of Community Services

Adventist Spotlight Adventist Spotlight," which is seen on Cable Bahamas, Channel 12, from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, features Dr. Lenroy B. Robinson, pastor of the Norland SDA Church, Miami, Florida and guest speaker during our recent Mid-year Convention. A rebroadcast will be aired on Tuesday at 8 p.m.

Youth Ministries Adventurers’ Camp concludes tomorrow morning at 7 o’clock. Parents and guardians are asked to collect their child or children by 8 o’clock. Your cooperation is solicited.

A BIG THANK YOU to all persons who helped to make the Pathfinders and Adventurers’ camps 2002 a success. God bless you abundantly!- Pastor E. D. Clarke, Youth Director

Ingathering Materials Needed Photos 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.

Community Services/Pathfinder Expo 2002 Plans are underway for the Community Services/Pathfinder Expo ‘02July 9, 2002. Churches are encouraged to call in their orders for tents, tables, etc. as soon as possible at 341-4021 Ext. 245

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

Breath of Life: Monthly All-night Prayer Service Tonight, beginning at 9:00 o’clock the Breath of Life Church invites you to join them in a special "All-night Prayer Service."

The first watch will include the celebration of the Lord’s Supper. All Prayer Warriors, and interested members are urged to come, and share at least one hour with us. The Breath of Life Church is located on Marshall Road, on the way to the Pathfinders Campsite. - J. Duncombe, Pastor

Francophone Lay Crusade The Francophone Church Lay Crusade concludes tomorrow, Sunday, July 14, 2002, at the church, on Balfour and Exuma Streets at 7:30. All are invited to attend

Capital Development Fund Rally A conference-wide Capital Development Fund Rally will be held Sunday, July 21, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hillview Church.

Need a Health Vacation? You are invited to join thousands who have attended the Herghelia, an Adventists’ Health Center in Romania. If you suffer from any ailments or disease or just love being pampered and feeling rejuvenated, then call Alvira at 322-8314 to learn more about this 21 days’ bargain Health Vacation in Romania July 6 to 27, 2003.

Francophone to Hold Creole Classes for Health Professionals Monday, July 8, 2002, at 6 p.m. Creole classes for nurses and other persons in all health-related fields will continue at the Francophone Church. -Pastor Edward St. Fleur

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 travelling are asked to contact me at the phone numbers below. Beginning Sunday, July 21^st practice session will be held at the Blue Hills Playing Fields. Individuals with coaching and officiating skills are asked to volunteer by calling the following numbers. You need to register your interest in going to Exuma on or before July 17, 2002. Thank you for your cooperation. Please call me @361-8306 or 293-1054 -Tyrrell. Miller

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 game, 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

1. All youth Choirs are asked to support this year’s Youth Camp-Meeting scheduled for July 28 to August 4, 2002, at the Hillview Church. Practice for the combined choir will be held today, July 13, at 4:00 p.m. at Hillview.

2. All Praise Teams, Soloists and singing groups are asked to attend this rehearsal.

3. Youth Crusade/Revival July 28 to August 4^th at the Hillview Church.

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.

Conference-wide Basketball Tournament Tonight The following is a schedule for the Basketball Tournament tonight at the H. D. Colburn Gym from 8:20: Centreville vs Johnson Park (Game 1). Bethany vs Good News (Game 2) Living Faith. vs Hillview (Game 3) and New Providence vs Bahamas Academy ( Game 4) -Franklyn Barr

VBS at Living Faith Vacation Bible School continues July 15 to the 18^th at the Living Faith Church, Old Trail Road

VBS at Hillview Church Vacation Bible School will commence at the Hillview Church Monday, July 15 until the 19^th. Parents are invited to support this program provided for our children.-Ingrid Morris

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. - Deena McPhee

Bahamas Academy Elementary Bahamas Academy Elementary School is accepting applications for two classroom teachers and one physical education teacher for the school year 2002/2003.

Applications are available at the school between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Fridays. For further information, please contact the school at 393-8898.

Long Bay School Long Bay School in Marsh Harbour, 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 Harbour, Abaco, or phone 242-367-2382. Principal

Vegetarian Cooking and Tasting Extravaganza An introduction to a healthier lifestyle will be held July 28, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Ballroom B at the British Colonial Hilton. To participate in this event, please call 364-0085 for details. "Health is a matter of choice, not chance."

BA Early Learning Centre The Bahamas Academy Early Learning Centre 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