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is the month of May, national youth month in the Bahamas. Each year, the
month kicks off with the National Youth Rally and Parade. It seemed as if
the sun was smiling with anticipation and excitement as thousands of young
people assembled at Clifford Park on Sunday afternoon. The heat was
blistering, but it did not deter the many groups from participating. After a
rally and an address by the Prime Minister of the Bahamas, it was time to
hit the streets. SEE
PHOTOS
The Pathfinders did not lead the parade in terms of order, but although we were the third group out, we led the parade in numbers, and discipline. We have always had the largest number of young people in uniform and others in T-shirt for the past several parades. Sunday May 4th, 2003, was no exception. These parades are more than just numbers and marching, though we bask in the glory. It is about taking a positive message to this nation. Despite completing the Masterguide camporee and Impact Nassau, just two weeks earlier, over six hundred uniformed Pathfinders, Adventurers, and Masterguides and others once again marched behind the banner of our Captain, Jesus. The words of the Pathfinder song are so fitting. "Oh we are the Pathfinders strong… Faithful as we march along in truth and purity. A message to tell to the world, a truth that will set us free." Perseverance and endurance were the characteristics of this and other parades. We finished in step and we finished in style. We did not fall out of the National Youth Parade. Let none fall out of this Christian race. Let us endure until the end. Yes the parade is finished until another time, but there are other events on the Youth Ministries calendar. All persons who attended the recent Masterguide camporee are asked to attend a meeting at Hillview tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. If you did not attend the camporee, then join us on Saturday afternoon, May 17, at the Berea Seventh-day Day Church for a joint Adventist Youth program. Come and get an insight into the first ever West Indies Union Masterguides camporee held in Bahamas Conference Of SDA
Attention All Masterguides and VBA Volunteers. Are you tired of the talk and want to see action? Then join the youth arm of the Conference on Sunday, May 18th at 7:00 a.m. to continue the work that was started at the campsite. Camp BAMIVOCA is calling all masons, carpenters, and others to help get the campsite prepared for summer activities. Our young people will be eternally grateful for your kindness. - Pastor Andrew E. Burrows, Youth Director
Preparation for Hurricane Season The 2003 Hurricane season is fast approaching. Most of our churches are official hurricane shelters. However the majority of shelter managers assigned to our churches are non-Adventists. The Community Services Department will be conducting a Shelter Management Certification course beginning Sunday, May 18, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. at the Centreville Church. We are requesting all Community Services Leaders and all Head Deacons along with interested persons to attend the training sessions.Island-wide Evangelism During the month of September, 2003, Evangelist Guy Nembhard, West Indies Union Evangelist, will be conducting an island-wide crusade. You are invited to be a part of the 3 P’s - Plan now to be a part of this effort. Pray much for its success. Finally, make your presence felt.
Literacy Program This
year has been declared "The Year of Literacy" by the General
Conference of A special invitation is extended to all including our Masterguides, parents and guardians and persons interested in volunteering their services to help others. You will be taught how to teach others to read. Registration for this program will be held on Tuesday, May 13, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Come, get equipped and let us use this opportunity as an outreach effort. - Miriam Knowles, WM. Director
Happy Family Seminar in Long Island Kicks Off Tonight Beginning tonight, May 10, 2003, the Happy Family Seminar will commence in the new Steven’s SDA Church in Steven’s, Long Island. Dr. Leonard A. Johnson, Conference President, will be the presenter. He will be assisted by Pastor Daniel Major and a team of lay persons. Prayers are solicited on behalf of this effort.
Why Do We Need Literature Evangelists? With so much emphasis on the electronic media as a source of information and entertainment in our Bahamian society, some people wonder "why do we need Literature evangelists?" Well, it is clear to me that Literature evangelists are messengers of hope. Therefore, they are needed in our community:
In addition to the regular Colporteurs, several student colporteurs will be spreading our message of hope this summer in Nassau and the Family islands. Please support them as much as you can. If you are willing to provide a room for a student from May 14 to August 25, please call Pastor Carey at 341-4021 or 324-0470 ASAP.
Berea Will Celebrate 30th Anniversary The Berea SDA Church will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in a series of nightly meetings June 22nd thru June 29, 2003. The theme for this grand occasion will be "Growing In His Grace." Former pastors Paul Scavella, Leo Rolle, Jeremiah Duncombe, Barrington Brennen, Roy Hanna and our current shepherd, Pastor Andrew Burrows will deliver the Sabbath address. We are inviting our sister churches to share in this grand occasion and fellowship. -A. Miller
Bahamas Conference Executive Committee to Meet The Executive Committee of The Bahamas Conference of SDA will hold its regular meeting on Sunday, May 18, 2003, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All members are especially encouraged to attend. -Administration
Northern Caribbean University Distance learning In an effort to meet the demand for graduate level education, Northern Caribbean University has decided to establish a Distance Learning Center to facilitate the offering of MA and Doctorate degrees in various disciplines here in the Bahamas. This distributed educational initiative has two components. The first is the ability to pursue a degree via Internet and e-mails. The second is a video and teleconferencing seminar room that would serve as a remote site for synchronous meetings in disciplines that require regional groups to meet together regularly. We solicit your much-needed support in this venture as we strive to further Christian Education in our region. For additional information, please contact Bro. Barry Saunders, Project Coordinator, at 356-8367, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Alumni are reminded that its not to late to give their monetary contribution to NCU.
Education Corner Administrative
Complex- 394-0094 (This is a weekly column sponsored by Bahamas Saturday, May 10 at 8:00 p.m.: Art Exhibition at the Secondary Division (Gymnatorium). The absence of an art program at the Academy did not prevent interested and talented students from forming an Art Club earlier in the year. Please come and view the pieces that these students have worked on for several months. Monday, May 12, at 7:30 p.m.: PTA Meeting for the Elementary Division. This is the last PTA Meeting for the school year, so please plan to attend. Wednesday, May 16, at 1:00 p.m. at the H. D. Colburn Gym: Special Chapel service for two veteran workers at the Academy who will retire at the end of this school year-Mrs. Louise Sweeting and Mr. Ednal Collie.
VBA On The Move VBA is in urgent need of persons willing to volunteer their cooking talents for the various Family Island Church projects. Please help us to compile a readi-list of persons with cooking skills. Call D. Ritchie at 341-04550 If you are willing to volunteer to lend a helping hand on any future projects, please contact Brother Winston Ash at 394-1063, or Brother Howard Barr at 361-3202. Many thanks for your continued prayers and support. -W. Ash, VBA, President Children’s Ministries Upcoming Events June 7 - Kids Under Attack, a seminar for all parents, parents-to-be, and persons who work with or minister to children. Time 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Venue to be announced. June 21- Children’s Church during Convention Sabbath will be held at the Philadelphia Church from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children, age 5 to 12, will be accommodated. Parents are asked to drop their children off at the church and they will be bussed back to the Church of God Auditorium after the service. -Cheryl R. Rolle, Children’s Ministries Director
In Search of Land The Ebenezer congregation is seeking a piece of property in the eastern district on which to build a church. Anyone with information or land is kindly asked to contact Pastor Edward St. Fleur at 362-1031 or 341-4021.
SDA Mega Ministry Senior Youth Choir If you’re between the ages of 16 to 45 and want to become a member of the SDA Mega Ministry Senior Youth Choir, you are invited to a special choir rehearsal on Sabbath, May 17, 2003, at 4:30 p.m. at the Hillview Church. Only persons serious about music ministry need attend. -A. Russell
Health Ministries All Health Ministries Leaders and their assistants are requested to meet with Pastor Paul Scavella on Sunday, May 11, at 2:00 p.m. From May 22 to 24, 2003, the Health Ministries Department of the West Indies Union will be conducting an HIV/AIDS Awareness training seminar at NCU in Mandeville, Jamaica. Cost, excluding travel, is approximately $100 for accommodation and food. Each Church District is requested by the Union to sponsor at least one person to attend. Persons representing their churches at the HIV/AIDS Awareness training seminar at NCU are asked to contact Pastor Paul Scavella or Mrs. Joan Duncombe at 341-4021/2. -Pastor P. A. Scavella, Departmental Director
ABC On The Move When was the last time you visited your local ABC? We are changing right before your eyes. Even our new name, ABNC (Adventist Book and Nutrition Centre), is providing for your total health needs. The ABNC will be at the Maranatha Church, Prince Charles Drive Saturday night, May 31, 2003. Yes, you read that right. At set of sun our mobile units will be available for your convenient shopping. Visit us during regular store hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are here to serve you. Come, check us out. -Kenny Deveaux, ABNC Manager
Seraphic Sounds presents ‘Remembering Mahalia
Jackson’ Ms. Allison M. Mason will
be
Francophone to Resume Class in Creole The Francophone Church will resume its Creole classes at the church. Please contact Pastor St. Fleur for further information at 362-1031. - Pastor E. St Fleur
Conferencewide Pre-Marriage Seminar A pre-marriage seminar will be held May 30 to June 1, 2003, for all engaged and to-be-engaged couples. It will be conducted by Barrington Brennen and Michael A. Smith.
Pathfinders Club The Breath of Life Church Pathfinders Club will host a boat cruise Mothers’ Day, Sunday, May 11, 2003. The boat departs from Prince George Dock at 1:00 p.m. For tickets and ticket information contact Marilyn Bonamy at 394-3432 or 393-8507.
MBA Weekend Programme For further information call 394-7907(day) or 325-6173 (night)
Certified Professional Secretaries Certification Program Persons interested in signing up for the Certified Professional Secretaries’ certification program through the College of The Bahamas are asked to call A. Miller at 323-6543.
Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Life Support Course offered Persons interested in becoming trained and certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitators are invited to contact Lucille Delancy at 326-5615. A minimum cost is involved to cover a manikin and materials.
Turning Point Ministries An exciting, spirit-filled, informative and enlightening week was spent at Uchi Pines for 16 Bahamians. At the end of the week, Marlene McKinney, group leader, received her certificate as a Lifestyle Educator and was given the charge to carry the message wherever it is needed. Upcoming events for Turning Point Ministries: Vegetarian Extravaganza June 1st from 4 to 6:45 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel Salon B. Vegetarian cooking class scheduled to begin June 15 from 4 to 6:45 p.m. for six weeks. Interested persons are asked to contact Marlene at 364-0085.
Adelaide Invites you to Come on Down Do you want to get out of the city for a day, but cannot afford to go to a Family Island? Don’t be discouraged! Just come to the Adelaide SDA Church and enjoy a Family Island experience for the day. Oh yes, a day filled with activities. We will provide your spiritual and physical food. Come worship with us! Enjoy the warmth of the friendly folks just praising God and having a Holy Ghost time. - D. Fenton Johnson, Communications Secretary Sun sets today at 7:45 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:46 p.m.
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Academy
of SDA) It's hard to believe that
just nine months ago we started writing this Column. We hope that this weekly
feature has served to keep you informed of events and activities going on at the
Academy. This week the Corner will highlight several important activities that
will take place at the Academy within the remaining few weeks of this school
year, activities for which you will want to mark your calendars and show your
support:
featured in a
concert by Seraphic Sounds as it presents "Remembering Mahalia
Jackson" at the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, May 31,
at 8:00 p.m. and on Sunday, June 1, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. Your usual patronage
would be greatly appreciated. Tickets available from Ms. Mason and the ABNC. - Seraphic
Sounds