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In the section "The Necessity of Careful Preparation", Mrs. E. G. White, pens: "Before assuming the responsibilities involved in marriage, young men and young women should have such an experience in practical life as will prepare them for its duties and its burdens. ... A relation so important as marriage and so far-reaching in its results should not be entered upon hastily, without sufficient preparation, and before the mental and physical powers are well developed." {Testimonies on Sexual Bahaviour, Adultery and Divorce, p. 15} The facilitators of this seminar believe that you should know what you are getting into before you commit your life fully to that other person in marriage. We have heard many complaints about marriage, families, children and broken homes. We’ve heard persons say that as they do about the weather, people complain, but nobody does anything about it. We may not be able to change the weather, but we can try to change wrong concepts about marriage. We can provide information that you should check out before checking into matrimony. Anything worthwhile and long-lasting requires hard work. Togetherness, Oneness, Joy do not just happen. They are brought about by prayer, preparation and persistent practice. Preparation for building a meaningful marriage that can weather highs and lows, happy hours and stormy moments requires a solid foundation and good material, guidelines and know-how. This seminar is formulated to nourish your relationship and bring strength to the prospect of marriage by being strongly biblically based, solidly Spirit of Prophecy supported and very practical in its orientation for the 21st Century. The suggestions, information, material and other activities designed in this seminar have been well researched and tested. However, we are looking for persons, couples who are serious about the most important step (next to surrendering their lives to Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour) that they will ever make in life; that is, marriage. We are about helping couples to become better prepared and to increase greatly their chances for a successful marriage. The seminar will be held next weekend at the Pan Am Building, Oakes Field, Thompson Boulevard. The seminar times are Friday, May 30th, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Sabbath, May 31st, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. Some of the subjects to be presented are: "God’s Plan for Marriage", "Roles and Expectations in Marriage", "Sexuality & Family Planning", "Communication and Conflict Resolution", "Love and Feelings", "Money, Money, Money - Financial Management", "The Wedding, the Honeymoon, the Marriage", "In-Law/Out-Laws/Family Background," and much more. Pastors Michael A. Smith and Barrington H. Brennen, Marriage and Family Ministries facilitators, will be providing stimulating discussion and presentations with colour visual aids and handouts. Interested persons or couples are required to pre-register by calling Ms. Winsome Flowers or Ms. Kerry-Ann Cargill at 341-4021 during the week. Registration is important in order to provide adequate materials, etc. There will be a minimal cost of $5 per person for materials and light refreshments. Deadline to register is Wednesday, May 28, 2003, at 5:00 p.m. -Pastors M. A. Smith and Barrington Brennen
Carey Appointed Assistant Communications Director At its May 18 meeting, the Executive Committee of Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists appointed Dr. John Carey Assistant Communications Director for the Conference. A veteran educator and seasoned departmental director, Dr Carey also serves as Publishing Director and Pastor of the Philadelphia/Crooked Island district. He will be assisting Pastor Brennen in maintaining the visibility of the Adventist Church in the BahamasCrisis Committee Appointed The Bahamas Conference Committee recently appointed a Crisis Committee to assist the Administration in dealing with emergencies in the Conference. This committee consists of the following persons: Dwayne Wallace, Cheryl Rolle, Barrington Brennen, Valentino Hanna, Banessa Rolle, Michael Dean, Michael D. Toote and Christopher Symmonett.
First Elders and Personal Ministries Leaders to Meet All First Elders and Personal Ministries Leaders are requested to attend a meeting on Sunday, May 25, at 8:00 a.m. at the Centreville Church. - Pastor T. Basil Sturrup
Although the Volunteer Bahamas Adventist programme is providing meaningful assistance to a number of building projects, more volunteers are needed to sustain and expand the programme. If you are not involved in this programme, please contact the treasurer of your church, or stop by the Conference Office for an application form, fill it in and return it with your membership fee. In addition to supporting the VBA programme with their monthly membership fees, the following persons have given time and utilized their skills on various projects: Hillview –Reginald Adderley, Henry Moncur, Vice-president of VBA, and Joshua Smith. Grant’s Town – Winston Ash, Coordinator of VBA, Stephen Meadows, Naron Ash, Elvardo Perpall, Wilfred Taylor, Wilfred Armbrister, James Markland and Samuel Markland. Maranatha –, Cecil Cartwright, Architect, Alvin Collie, Jr.,Oscar Knowles, Andy Wallace, Tino Smith, Comfort Miller and Erskin Oliver. Johnson Park – Howard Barr, Vice-president of VBA, Edison Miller and Kendal Curtis. Berea– Dennis Dean and Philip Meadows. New Englerston – Garry Dsecas and Andrew Hanna. Breath of Life – Admiral Forbes, Antonio Timothy, Joe Palme, and Sisters Curline Forbes and Ursula Rolle. Centreville – Oral Gibson, Andrew and Maxwell Wells. New Providence – Garvin Kemp and Glen Rahming. Andros – Bernard Linden. Living Faith – Marvin Taylor. Friends of Adventists – Ian Albury and Michael Brown of Our Ladies. We are grateful for what these volunteers have done and encourage them to continue "the good works." The work on the Stevens Church in Long Island is just about finished. The final coat of paint is now being applied. We can say "To God be the glory" for what has been done in Long island. Under the leadership of Brother Howard Barr, a VBA team traveled to North Andros this weekend. They will work on the Lowe Sound Church for one week. Their goal is to complete the plastering and put on the finish on the out side walls. If you would like to help, contact Bro. Barr or Bro Winston Ash at 3941063. Volunteers continue to work on the Campsite to prepare it for summer camp. Persons who are interested in working on this project should contact Bro. Elvado Perpall (at 341-7318), or Bro Winston Ash.- Editor Education Corner Administrative Complex- 394-0094 (This is a weekly column sponsored by Bahamas Academy of SDA) Once again, the sound of applause was heard as one hundred and fifty-seven (157) students were recognized as honour students at the secondary division's annual awards ceremony on Sunday, May 18. Receiving the Louise Haven award for Overall Students of the Year were Shanequa Caroll (junior school) and Hendrea Smith (senior school). They each received a trophy and a cheque for $75.00. Pharez Rolle (Hillview Church) received a trophy for the best BJC performance in last year's exams (5 A's and 1 B), and Tessa Gibbs (Philadelphia Church) received a trophy for the best BGCSE performance in last year's exams (6 A's, 2 B's, and 1 C). Students with the three highest GPAs in each class were (only SDAs are mentioned): Grade 7JB 3rd: Deah Duvalier (Centreville) 2nd: Ekua Harris-Smith (Hillview) 1st: Anya Forbes (Hillview) Grade 7PM 2nd: Melissa Bovell (Maranatha) Grade 7RJ 1st: Andlaine Joseph (Francophone) Grade 8MS 3rd: Kenny Deveaux (Grant’s Town) 2nd: LeTaj Tinker (Centreville) Grade 8PP 3rd: Shelton Minott (Hillview) 2nd: Michael Turner (Hillview) 1st: Travis Knowles (Centreville) Grade 8RS 1st: Marisa Greene (New Prov.) Grade 9EH 1st: Alexis Fernander (Good News) Grade 9HB 3rd: Alethia Lewis (Bethany) 2nd: Kaline Valleray (Maranatha) Grade 9JR 2nd: Bradford Watson (Living Faith) 1st: Shekera Romer (Johnson Park) Grade 10EC 1st: Pharez Rolle (Hillview) Grade 10SJ 3rd: Nashaan Bain (Hillview) 2nd: Imani Bethel (Hillview) 1st: Shanae Smith (Hillview) Grade 11DW 2nd: Albert Clarke (Maranatha) Grade 11GJ 3rd: Phillipa Rolle (Hillview) 2nd: Nikara Robinson (B of Life) 1st: Brehon Davis (Bethany) Grade 12MR 2nd: Tersa Bovell (Maranatha) 1st: Simone Clarke (Hillview) Grade 12SM 3rd: Lathara Burrows (Philadelphia) 1st: Gerard Brennen (New Englerston)
Anticipation was high as the highest GPA's were announced: (Grades 7 - 9): 3rd Highest: Teora Murray 2nd Highest: Christa Lowe Highest: Travis Knowles (Centreville) The three highest GPA's for the senior school (Grades 10 - 12) were: 3rd Highest: D'Andra Greenslade 2nd Highest: Trevor Longley Highest: Pharez Rolle (Hillview) Everyone waited with bated breath for the announcement of the student with the highest GPA in the entire school. That student was Travis Knowles (Centreville). The audience was not surprised, however, because all afternoon Travis had been called up to receive a trophy for almost every category that was named, and no sooner had he sat back down when he was called up again to receive trophy after trophy. We say congratulations to Travis and his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Howard Knowles from the Centreville Church. -Lynn C. Smith, Principal
Congratulations Congratulations to Carla M. Hamilton upon graduating with honours from Oakwood College on May 9th, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance. Special commendation to Carla for having made the honour roll every semester during her stay at Oakwood. Carla also holds an Associate of Arts degree in Banking with emphasis in Spanish from the College of The Bahamas. Carla hopes to pursue her Master’s degree at Alabama A & m University this fall in management with special emphasis in Globalization in the finance world. Carla gives thanks to Almighty God for having sustained her. She is the daughter of Brother Greg and Sister Eula Hamilton of Centreville Church.
Happy Family Seminar in Long Island Culminates this Weekend The Happy Family Seminar in the new Steven’s SDA Church in Long Island with presenter Dr. Leonard A. Johnson will climax tomorrow. Today is decision-day. They are requesting your prayerful support for a scheduled baptism service at the end of the Divine service.
Berea Will Celebrate 20th 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." We are inviting our sister churches to share in this grand occasion and fellowship. -A. Miller
Youth Ministries There will be a meeting for all Pathfinder and Adventurer Directors on Monday, 2 June, 2003 at 6:30 p.m. at the Johnson Park Church to discuss the Summer Camp. All nurses interested in lending assistance and counselors interested in serving during the camp are also asked to attend at 7:00 p.m.Adventurer Camp- Cayman Islands- July 4th- 11th Summer Camp- July 27th - August 3rd Youth Summer Evangelism- August 10 -24 Persons interested in attending Pathfinders Camporee in Osh Kosh, Wisconsin, in August, 2004, are requested to register with the Youth Department right away.
Children’s Ministries Upcoming Events June 7 - "Children 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 Philadelphia Church. An informative seminar that you do not want to miss. The ABNC will be available with materials on parenting and teaching children. 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, ages 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
Literature Evangelists to Meet On Sunday, May 25, 2003, at 1:00 p.m. all Literature evangelists are requested to attend a meeting at the Philadelphia Church, Elizabeth Estates. Students and others who may be interested in canvassing this summer may attend also.
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.
ABC On The Move 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 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
New Providence Church to Host A Marriage Enrichment Seminar & Retreat The New Providence Church Family Life department presents "A Marriage Enrichment Seminar and Retreat," June 13 to 15, 2003, at the Holiday Inn, Paradise Island Sun Spree Resort, Paradise Island. Facilitators are Pastor Peter Joseph, Mrs. Pansy Hamilton-Brown, Pastor Michael A. Smith, Dr. Alvira Higgs and Pastor Barrington H. Brennen. For tickets and accommodations (all inclusive) call Mrs. Geneva Mortimer at 324-8556 Hm., 502-7479 Wk. This seminar is billed to be inspiring and motivational.
Upcoming Holiday Trip to Long Island Interested in going to Long Island for the upcoming June 6 and 9 holidays? Kindly contact Don Kemp at 356-3085 for further information.
Free Concert at Philadelphia The Bahamas Christian Chorale will present Handel’s Messiah Part II, at the Philadelphia SDA Church, in Elizabeth Estates, on Sunday, June 1, 2003, at 8:00 p.m. A soft offering will be lifted.Registration is on-going for the 16th Annual Jeff Rodgers Basketball Camp planned for June 30th to July 25, 2003, at the Conference office and at Bahamas Academy .
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