Online Logos July 3, 2004

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Two More Christian Soldiers Have Fallen 

Just last week the leaders of our Conference and a significant segment of our membership attended the funeral of Brother Chris Symmonett, an outstanding layman who gave invaluable service to his home church and to the Conference in general. And again, this week we are mourning the death of two more Christian soldiers, Sister Mary Jane Moncur and Brother Albert Clarke, Sr. Mother Mary, as she is affectionately called, was 105 years old when she passed away last Friday evening at her daughter's residence in Nassau. God blessed her with a very long and productive life, and those who were present when she died recognized that God granted her wish to die at the beginning of the Sabbath. Elder Albert Clarke, Sr. died last Sunday, June 27, at a Florida hospital at the age of 79 years. These two saints worked hard and long in their respective districts to get the message of salvation out so that souls might come into the kingdom of God. They were exemplary laymen who were actively involved in the work of the church and consistently reached out to the community.

Sister Moncur could be named among the pioneers of Adventism in Cat Island. In spite of vigorous opposition from her husband whom she loved dearly and the members of the church that they attended, she was baptized in 1940 as a member of the unpopular Seventh-day Adventist Church. It took a person with conviction and stamina to make this kind of decision. Mother Mary was not afraid to stand up for what she believed and what she felt was right. Through the years she has been a strong tower to her family and a blessing to many others. Her ability to deal with adversity and manage stressful situations was admired by her relatives and friends. Her words of wisdom and winning smile will certainly be missed by everyone who knew her.

Although Brother Clarke appeared to be quiet, he was committed to his God and his family. His commitment to God was demonstrated in his service to the Church and the community. For many years the doors of the churches in Exuma were kept open under the leadership of Elder Albert Clarke, Sr. At times he had to serve as deacon and preacher, but he never allowed those kinds of challenges to discourage him. He kept on taking care of God's business; for he knew the benefits of putting God first. Supported by his loving wife and the small band of believers, he accepted the mantle of local elder year after year. Even when he did not get a positive response from his request to the Confeence for assistance for a church project, he carried on. We at headquarters as well as the members in his district will miss his steady leadership.

As we reflect on the contributions that Elder Clarke and Sister Moncur made to their respective local church and to the Conference, we have to pause to say "To God be the glory." We are grateful that their lives have touched so many in a positive way.  They are now asleep in Jesus and are awaiting the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior. Therefore, we can say with assurance, "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints" (Psalm 116:15).

On behalf of the entire membership of the Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Dr. Leonard A. Johnson and his colleagues in administration extend deepest sympathy and best wishes to the Clarke and Moncur families. It is our prayer that the sympathizing Jesus will comfort and support them at this time of grief.

 

 

Welcome to Mid-year Convention!

Wednesday night’s service will be aired on 

Sunday, July 4, at 6:00 p.m. on ZNS TV 13

 

It Is Offering Time Earlier in the year, a request was sent out to every member in our Conference to give a sacrificial offering to help with the development of Bahamas Academy. This special offering will be collected today. Every member is being asked to give at least One Hundred Dollars ($100) toward this project. Every Adventist Professional and Business Owner is requested to give One Thousand Dollars ($1,000), and the churches are also expected to contribute as follows: large churches - One Thousand Dollars ($1,000); medium size churches - Five Hundred Dollars ($500); and small churches - Two Hundred and fifty Dollars ($250).  Please give what was requested or more. Your gift will make a difference.

 

South Andros Revived  On Sunday, June 13, the Victory In Jesus Revival machinery stopped into the Driggs Hill community with Evangelist Amos Flowers on the bridge and Evangelist Howard Barr as engineer. The forces peeked for the second week as our president, Dr. Leonard A. Johnson took the helm.

After nights of powerful, inspirational and refreshing proclamations the Holy Spirit revealed God’s pleasure by not just reviving the Adventist community but by conducting seven precious souls into the waters of baptism and into the care of the Blessed Hope SDA Church.

The home visitations and moments of fellowship were all very well received. The officers and members of the Blessed Hope Church extend appreciation to the Bahamas Conference for this shot-in-the-arm. The church eagerly awaits the next such gesture. -H. Barr

 

Recognition Service and Banquet For Dr. Hugh and Mrs. Olga Roach During the weekend of September 3 to 5, 2004, Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Roach will be recognized for giving 50 years of service in education and the gospel ministry. The schedule for the weekend will be as follows:

Friday, September 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Joint service at the Hillview SDA Church, Harrold Road

Sabbath, September 4, at 9:15 a.m. special service at Maranatha for family and friends.

Sunday, September 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Formal Banquet at the Radisson Cable Beach Hotel

Tickets for the Banquet are now available. Please contact one of the following persons to get your tickets and/or to place an ad in the Commemorative Booklet. Listing of point persons in the churches:

• Adelaide: Eric Bain
• Berea: Nelson Moncur
• Bethany: Allison Mason
• Bethel: Pastor Edward St. Fleur
• Breath of Life: Sharon Robinson
• Centreville: Betty Tinker
• Ebenezer: Pastor Edward St. Fleur
• Final Message: Marva Farquharson
• Francophone: Pastor Edward St. Fleur
• Gambier: Pastor Gary King
• Good News: Peter Scavella
• Grant’s Town: Christine Brown
• Hillview: Donnalee Bowe
• Johnson Park: Barry Saunders
• Living Faith: Andria Musgrove
• Maranatha: Katrina Mitchell
• New Englerston: Rose Sands
• New Providence: Vernal Rolle
• Parkgate: Cheryl Forbes
• Philadelphia: Annette Dorsette
• Real Harvest: Preston Johnson

 

Condolences to Family of  Albertha McDonald-Smith  The Bahamas Conference of SDA regret the passing of Albertha McDonald Smith and extends deepest sympathy to her family. Funeral services will be held at the Grant’s Town Church tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Eric D. Clarke will officiate.

 

Festival of The Laity  The Bahamas Conference of SDA is blessed to have committed laymen and women on fire for God. On August 17, 2004, more than 60 delegates representing 42 churches will embark for Jamaica to attend one of the most exciting programs hosted by our world church. We are reminding delegates and church treasurers to ensure that all financial obligations are covered as soon as possible. The deadline for the quoted ticket price (June 25, 2004) has passed. For additional information please contact Sis. Deena McPhee at the Conference Office at 341-4021. Pastor T. Basil Sturrup, Personal Ministries Director

 

Summer Evangelism  The members of New Providence, Real Harvest, Final Message and Bethany SDA Churches are requested to meet at the New Providence Church, Soldier Road, on Sunday, July 4, at 8:30 a.m. A joint summer evangelistic program will be discussed. All members are encouraged to take an active part in this effort. - Pastor L. C. Rolle

 

Children's Church during Mid-year Convention  On Sabbath, July 3, Mid-year Convention Sabbath services for children aged 5-13 years will be held at the Maranatha Church from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. -Dr. Cheryl Rolle, Children's Ministries Director

Youth Announcements

!Adventurer/Pathfinder Camp will be held - July 11 - 18, under the theme D.A.R.E to STAND. Registration is now in progress. Register now with your local Church Pathfinder/Adventurer Leader or at the Conference. Age range - 6 - 16 years.

!Persons who paid deposits on their Pathfinder shirts and did not receive them are asked to collect them at the Conference office this week. All outstanding balances will be collected at that time.

!Pathfinders and Counselors registered to attend the Faith on Fire Camporee are asked to submit their monies to the conference Youth Department for payment on their airline tickets.

 

Nadia King in Concert  On July 17^rd, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hillview Church, Nadia King will host a concert. The SDA Community is invited and encouraged to support Nadia as she seeks to continue her education at Montemorelos University in Mexico. In addition to other guest artists, Nadia will sing. A soft offering will be lifted.

 

17^th Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp Continues  The 17^th annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp got off to a good start on June 28. The camp will end on July 23, 2004. Boys and girls aged 5 to 18 may still register for camp. Application forms are available at the Conference Office and Bahamas Academy.

 

National Women’s Retreat  Persons interested in attending the upcoming "Women United In Spirit and Through Prayer Purpose" Retreat to be held October 29th - 31^st may collect application forms from their local Women’s Ministries Leaders.

Women’s Ministries Leaders to Meet All Women’s Ministries Leaders and their assistants are requested to attend a very important planning meeting on Tuesday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at the Conference Office, Harrold Road.

 

Singles Social at New Providence Church The next singles event will be held July 10^th. You are invited to plan to be a part of the Social and Sports Night. Watch the Logos for future announcements. -S. Roach

 

Holiday Mission to Eleuthera Come join us on a missionary journey to North and Central Eleuthera in a weekend revival July 8 to 11, 2004, at the James Cistern Church. Persons from Eleuthera and friends of Eleutherans are invited to contact David Williams at 357-9410 or 322-4914 to register to be a part of this laymen’s effort to Eleuthera.

 

Vegetarian Extravaganza Tomorrow  Under the theme "Eating for Success," Marlene McKinney and friends will conduct another one-day cooking, tasting and health education session at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel, Sunday, July 4^th beginning at 4:00 p.m. All proceeds will go to assist her nieces Paulette and Latoya Miller, to further their studies at Northern Caribbean University. Call 364-0085 for more information.

 

Softball Games tomorrow at Blue Hill Playing Fields

Softball games resume tomorrow with the following schedule:

At noon Maranatha men vs Grant’s Town men.

1:30 p.m. -Living Faith women vs. Maranatha women.

2:30 p.m. -Hillview Men vs Living Faith Men.

 

Hydrotherapy Treatments/Weight Management Persons who have had natural treatments abroad and wish to continue, or persons needing treatment in nutrition counseling and Hydrotherapy can contact Bernadette Rolle at 434-8211, 364-3959 or 325-6173.

 

Adventist Book Centre  The Adventist Book Centre invites you to come by and shop for all your health food needs. A full-time colporteur is now available to come to your home or office. Should you need this service please call 341-2429. Additionally, delicious, hot vegetarian lunches are available daily. Just another service we provide to meet your needs. - Kenny V.A. Deveaux, ABC Manager

 

Men Ministries to Meet All Adventist men are requested to meet at the Living Faith Church tomorrow morning, at 9:00 o’clock with Pastor Paul Scavella.

 

Vacation Bible School Continues at Living Faith Vacation Bible School begun June 28 at the Living Faith Church. Parents are invited to bring their children for a spirit filled and learning fun time from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. -Dr. C. McPhee

 

SDA Burial Society General Meeting  The SDA Burial Society’s general meeting will be held on Monday, July 5, 2004, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church Annex. Members can become financial. Persons interested in joining are especially invited. - H. Moncur

 

VBA On The Move Many thanks to those volunteers who turned out last Sunday and during the week to help with the work on the Early Learning Center. You did a great job! However, there is still more work to be done. Tomorrow, July 4, the work will continue. We need CARPENTERS and helpers. Come at 8:00 a.m. and put in a couple hours before the sun gets hot. Your help is appreciated. See you at the ELC.

 

Special A.Y. at Parkgate Church A special Adventist Youth Hour will be held at the Parkgate Church, Parkgate Road off Kemp Road, on July 10 at 6:00 p.m. You are invited to hear leading SDA Lawyers share information on "Religious Liberty, Legal remedies for Employment regarding the 7^th Day Sabbath." This program is billed to be informative. Inspiring testimonies will be shared. -Darrell Taylor

Sun sets today at 8:04 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 8:03 p.m.