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Conference President Updates Readers
Greetings
to you my dear brothers and sisters! As customary, I take this opportunity
to highlight certain happenings within our conference, past and future,
having embarked upon the final Sabbath of May 2006.
Midyear Convention
In less than a month, we will welcome to our shore Pastor Donald
King, president of The Atlantic Union. Dr. King is no stranger to the
Bahamas, since he was born here while his father, a native of Jamaica, was
canvassing here. His wife will accompany him, and together they will bless
our hearts. Additionally, you will hear from me on the opening night, as I
address you from Deuteronomy 4.7-9. You may wish to read the entire chapter,
and keep all of the speakers in
prayer. Also, it is likely that you will witness possibly the largest
sitting choir –thanks to the recent
successful music workshop under the leadership of Allison Mason and members
of Eagle Music Ministries. Also, you will be further inspired by the
exciting reports from our family islands as well as the presence of The
Cockburn Town Adventist Children’s choir.
Commissioning Service
Another feature of this Mid-Year Convention will be the
commissioning of two of our workers, Elder C. Melvin Lewis, Conference
Treasurer, and Dr. Cheryl Rolle, Education Director. Please note that
commissioning is not ordination but a commissioning of one in the field of
service where he or she serves. It is the church’s way of affirming one who
is not a pastor for years of dedicated service. A service of this nature
will take place on Thursday, June 22, at the Grant’s Town Seventh-day
Adventist Church. Dr. Patrick Allen, our Union president will preside.
Convention will climax on the grounds of the new Bahamas Academy on Marshall
Road, on Sunday, June 25, at 4 p.m. in a special service, dubbed “The
Journey Continues,” designed to sensitize all members to the progress of
construction on our new school. Each church and member is here requested to
give a special offering to the continuation of the project.
- New Workers
- My administrative colleagues join me in
welcoming to our Conference a young intern Valentino Campbell, Noel
Browne (son of Pastor and Mrs. Leon Browne), to the Audio/Video
department and Mr. Anthony Burrows, new principal at Bahamas
Academy. Mr. Burrows is no stranger to BA, since he
served there before as a vice-principal. He is the son of the late Winifred
Burrows and Elder Arnold Burrows.
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BA Shines Again! Congratulations are extended to young George Zonicle II, son of
Debbie and
Charles (C. B.) Zonicle, the overall National Primary Association
Outstanding Student of the year! George, a 6th grade student at Bahamas
Academy and member of Centreville SDA Church, walked away with the top
honours out of over 150 contestants. To me, this underscores what happens
when there is cooperation of good teaching and sound parental involvement.
And to assure you that this type of success is not isolated, I remind you
that only last year Bahamas Academy got first runner-up with Kevin Rolle in
the same contest. I thank God for the recognition that He is according our
school and educators. Kudos BA!
- Keep Praying!
Finally, my ministerial colleagues and I solicit your prayers for
the following: the family of the late Kayla Lockhart-Edwards, other grieving
families, members who are sick, jobless, challenged with various issues and
also for the guidance of the Holy Spirit as the leadership issue for the
North Bahamas Mission is settled during West Indies Union Midyear Committee.
Representatives on this committee from the Bahamas Conference are the three
officers, Andria Musgrove and Pastor Lynden Williams. Today, as you
fellowship with one another and worship the Lord, have a happy Sabbath!
-Leonard A. Johnson, President, Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Children’s Camp Meeting 2006 It was on April 2, 2006, that the
children of our Conference gathered at the Living Faith Church on Old Trail
Road for another fun-filled experience. Under the theme “Fit For Christ”,
the health principles contained in the acronym, NEW START, were emphasized
throughout the Camp Meeting. While waving colorful pom poms in the air,
excited children lustily sang our theme song to begin the meeting every
evening. Thanks to Sis. Munnings and her team for leading out in this. The
happiest time of all, was “Gift Time.” The children were treated to gifts
during the service. Also, there was something special at the end of each
meeting. We will always remember our special feature each night presented by
the “Drug Free Kids”. The main message was, “Stay away from drugs and just
say No”. Thanks to Freddie (Dwayne Bullens), Gregor (Danielle Deveaux),
Monique (Valyncia), Amy (Myesha), and Zan (Myesha) for visiting during the
camp meeting and sharing valuable messages with the children.
Each night the presentations were heart-warming
and enlightening. On Sunday night, Olympia Kelly from the New Providence
Church shared with us the importance of ‘Nutrition.’ We should prepare
nutritious meals each day, and breakfast should not be skipped. On Monday
night the subjects were Exercise and Water. Mykel Mackey from the Grant’s
Town Church stated that we should exercise regularly to improve our
physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Nelson Bain Jr. also from the
Grants Town Church, although small in stature, delivered a firm message on
“water”. We were admonished to drink at least eight glasses of water daily.
On Tuesday night, the Hillview Children’s choir
took us up a notch higher with their melodious singing. Our first speaker,
Ree-Anne Jones from the Hillview Church, bravely presented the topic
“Temperance.” She told us to be disciplined in eating, watching Television,
playing, etc. Our second speaker, Cintera Stuart, also from the Hillview
Church, brought to us a timely message on ‘Sunshine’. On Wednesday night,
Tornell Cooper from the New Providence Church ably presented the message on
“Air.” She stressed that good, clean, fresh air is vital to our well-being.
On Thursday night, Gabriel Moxey from the Grant’s Town Church, in his
power-packed message, demonstrated the importance of physical, emotional,
sensory and mental rest.
On Sabbath morning, what a climax we had as
George Zonicle from the Centreville Church, energetically concluded our week
with the topic, “Trust in God.” Brenda Scott recapped the entire week’s
topics with a song.
Special thanks to Dr. Cheryl Rolle, Conference Children’s Ministries
Director, for organizing another spectacular week of Camp Meeting 2006. A
big thank you goes to Pastor Scavella, the Officers and Members of the
Living Faith Church, especially Mr. and Mrs. White and Mr. McPhee, for
hosting us. Thanks to the Children’s Ministry leaders from the various
Churches for their support. The preachers were all graduates of the Child
Preachers’ Workshop that was held in January. Finally, we thank Philip Humes,
Ray Jennings and Nelson Bain for their assistance in helping to make this
week a success. Until 2008, may God bless all of His children as they try to
keep “Fit For Christ” so that they can ably spread His love to all. -Cindy
Stuart, CM Leader, Hillview
Good News Church Celebrates 18th Anniversary Today Today, the Good
News Church will hold special services celebrating its 18th anniversary at
the church in Flamingo Gardens, beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. Jeffery
Thompson, President of the Cayman Island Conference. At 5:30 the
celebrations will conclude. You are invited to come and see the After-School
Program Facility at the end of the service. Refreshments will follow. –Dr.
Hugh A. Roach, Host Pastor
Building the University Church Complex Together Churches across West
Indies Union Conference
will
lift a special offering today to help in the completion of the Northern
Caribbean University and other facilities. Join your brothers and sisters
across West Indies Union in giving your special offering toward this venture
to your church, or you may contact Sis. Mary-Ellen Knott at the Bahamas
Conference office regarding other options for making your contribution.
See photos of church plans
and construction.
The Floor Plan of the
Northern Caribbean University Church & Seminary
Convention Choir Rehearsal
Begins Today Choir rehearsal for Midyear Convention will begin today at
4:00 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church. All singers and conductors from the
recent musical workshop, as well as regular Convention Choir singers,
Adventist Men and others are invited to practice. – J. Nelson Bain, Director
Support World No
Tobacco Day
May 31, 2006
Tobacco: Deadly in any form or disguise
See official webpage
Happy Birthday Nurse Albury! The administration and the Conference
family extend best wishes and congratulations to Sis. Julia Albury who
celebrated her 97th birthday May 19th. May the blessings of God give her
peace as she looks forward to the coming of the Lord!
Dedication of the New Kemp’s Bay Church June 30 to July 2nd, 2006,
has been designated as Kemp’s Bay weekend when the newly refurbished church
will be dedicated. Descendants and friends of South Andros are asked to
return and be a part of this momentous weekend. – Pastor Gary C. King,
District Pastor
Cat Island Adventist Advancement Society The monthly meeting of the
Cat Island SDA Advancement Society will be held Sunday, May 28, 2006, at
10:00 a.m. at the Hillview Church. Members and friends of Cat Island are
invited. – N. Seymour
Cooking with the Doctors Healthy Lifestyle for Better Living Cooking
classes will be available on Sundays, beginning June 25, 2006, from 4:00 to
6:30 p.m. at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel. Registration now in progress
at 322-8314 or 323-5473. Special gift for the first 50 persons registering
before June 19th.
Message of Hope The members of Message
of Hope church extend an invitation to all prayer ministry groups to attend
our Prayer Gathering May 26th- 28th, climaxing with a Prayer Breakfast, at
the Bahamas Academy Gym, on Sunday, May 28th at 7:30 a.m. – C. Taylor.
Revival, Renewal, Reformation The
Gambier and Breath of Life Churches launched a “40-days toward Revival,
Renewal and Reformation.” programme that involves a period of personal and
corporate heart searching and drawing near to God, within the context of
Joel 2:12-17, that will conclude Sunday, June 11. You are cordially invited
to pray and attend --Pastor J. Duncombe
Pre-Father’s Day Concert Randy Forbes and the Brothers Love
Band will host a Pre-Father’s Day Concert “Stand, Let Your Light So shine,”
Sunday, June 11, 2006, at 8:00 p.m. at the National Center for The
Performing Arts, Shirley Street. Tickets available from band members.
Health Ministries Speech Competition (Revised Scheduled Dates)
June 10, 2006 Church-based competition
June 17, 2006 (Eastern Churches) Regional competition
June 24, 2006 Western Churches) Regional competition
July 8, 2006 Final Competition
Sites For Competitions Will Be Announced - Pansy Hamilton Brown
Softball Jamboree Family Fun Day and Softball Jamboree conclude
tomorrow, Sunday, May 28th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Blue Hills
Playing Fields. Come and support your local church. Bouncing castle and
T-Ball will be available for the kids. Food and drinks will also be
available.
Basketball Meeting There will be a meeting for the upcoming
Basketball season schedule for June 17 to July 15, 2006, at the Bahamas
Academy Gym tomorrow, Sunday, May 28 at 9:00 a.m. A representative from each
church participating in the senior and junior divisions are asked to attend.
Basketball schedule can also be collected.-Coach W. Symonette
Hour of Gospel Music The Hour of Gospel Music at the Mary Ingraham
Home is held weekly on Sabbath from 6:00 –7:00 p.m. Today the Breath of Life
Church and next week the Bethel church is scheduled.
School of Evangelism Continues School of Evangelism continues at 6:00
p.m. on Sunday, May 28, at the Hillview Church.
Breath of Life Pathfinder Club The Breath of Life Pathfinder Club
will be sponsoring a Pathfinder Fair on Monday, June 5,th from noon to 6:00
p.m., at the church on Marshall Road. –Marilyn Bonamy, BOL Pathfinder
Director
Adventurer Leaders to Meet An important meeting for all Adventurer
Leaders, Counselors and all persons connected with the Adventurers Club will
be held on Monday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Breath of Life Church. –
Marilyn Bonamy, BC Adventurer Counselor
Combined Youth Choir Practice All young persons interested in singing in
the Combined Youth Choir are asked to meet at the New Englerston Church
today, May 27 at 4:00 p.m. for choir rehearsal.
Sun sets today at 7:53 p.m.
Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:57 p.m.
