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The afternoon segment of the Exhibition was marked by a dazzling display of musical talent from the Pathfinder Band, under the direction Kirk Price, Band Leader. Another crowd pleaser, sponsored by the Pathfinders, was the Bible Drill which showcased the brilliance, potential and Bible knowledge of our young people. Exhibition 2002 was also historic in that Cat island, a Family Island District, was represented by two of its churches, Seaview and Devil’s Point. Also noteworthy of mention was the presence of the newly acquired Grant’s Town Community Services van which, along with the Conference Mobile Unit, will seek to minister more effectively to the suffering and marginalized in our society. Pastor E. D. Clarke, Conference and National Youth Leader, also brought greetings, commending the Pathfinders in his usual energetic fashion. Furthermore, we salute the Northern Region of Churches who last week conducted a most successful and historic Community Services Conference. The conference, which culminated with a Community Services Exhibition in Freeport on Sunday, October 13, 2002, highlighted a well deserving cadre of Ingathering donors. Again, thanks to all our churches and pastors who made this year’s Exhibitions such a resounding success of good Christian fellowship! -Dr. M. D. Toote, Director The president, officers and staff of the Bahamas Conference salute and congratulate Pastor Ricardo and Sis. Tamika Bain on the arrival of their first son, Ricardo Vernon Bain, Jr. Father, mother and son are well!
-Dr. M. D. Toote, Director
The Triple ‘C’ Family Plan Have you registered as yet and become a member of the Triple ‘C’ Family Plan? A.. If you were to die, do you have means for your funeral? B. If you become jobless, do you have a plan of recovery? C. If you are overtaken with some major financial crisis, is your church in a position to help you? The Triple ‘C’ Family Plan is a step in the right direction so that you can say YES to these questions. Church pastors, treasurers, stewardship personnel have the information for you. It's not too late; sign up today! Remember the principles of the Program are based on the model of the Early Church (Acts 2 - 4). Part (a) will be implemented immediately. We expect that (b) and (c) will come on stream once part (a) is well established. Triple ‘C’: Concern, Care, Comfort. The acceptance and implementation of the Triple ‘C’ Family Plan are projected to bring untold blessings to the church family and to the spread of the gospel. Remember, we need 1,000 persons throughout the Conference signed up before the end of the year in order for the program to be fully implemented. Let us seek together with this Plan the mighty outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Let us continue to pray for and sign up for the Triple ‘C’ Family Plan. "WE ARE A FAMILY-TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE IT." -M. A. Smith, Stewardship Director
Ponder these thoughts on the profession of teaching: ! The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.! You can teach a lesson for a day but if you teach curiosity, you teach for a lifetime.! Teacher’s task: take a lot of live wires and see that they are well grounded.! The mediocre teacher tells, the good one explains, the superior one shows, the great one inspires.! Teachers believe that dreams are as special as books.At Bahamas Academy, we believe that we have a great cadre of teachers teachers who go the extra mile, teachers who take the time to listen to the problems of their students, and teachers who become like second mothers or fathers to our boys and girls. We also feel, though, that many of these unsung heroes do not get highlighted because people very seldom mention the positive things that are happening in the classroom; the negative things seem to get highlighted most. We further feel that the office, cafeteria, janitorial, and custodial staff are doing wonderful things in dealing with our customers, but they are also unsung heroes. We want to change that. The administrators of our School have started a reward system called: Staff Member of the Month. Each month, we plan to recognize two staff members (not just teachers) who demonstrate a willingness to be cordial, helpful, who display a Christian spirit, and foster positive relationships with parents, students and colleagues. We would like you to assist us with this project by letting us know when you have a positive experience with any one of our staff members. Let any one of the administrators know when this happens and we will be sure to recognize that person at the end of the month. For the month of September, two of our wonderful staff members were given gifts and a Certificate of Recognition. They are Nelson J. Bain and Brenda Scott! Kudos to them! I’m sure you would agree these two individuals are wonderful assets to our team. So we look forward to hearing from you soon so that we can award two more staff members at the end of October. Upcoming Events at Bahamas Academy: ! October 20: Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Early Learning Center at 3 p.m. (Adjacent to Living Faith Church).! October 24: Distribution of Mid-term reports in both divisions.! October 25 to 28: Mid-Term Break.! October 29 to November 1: Final exams for Grade 12. -Lynn C. Smith, PrincipalNeed Good Videos for the Family? Are you tired of the poor selection of movies available on television and the video stores? Over the years, Hollywood has gone from creating movies like "The Sound of Music", and "It's a Wonderful Life" to edgy films and suggestive TV. Forrest S. Baker III, founder of Feature Films for Families, believes that the only way to counteract this negative trend is by creating positive, uplifting movies that both teach and entertain, movies that instill important values that have stood the test of time. Many families feel helpless against the media onslaught of violent films and TV. Feature Films for Families is committed to providing quality entertainment that lifts the spirit and strengthens those bedrock beliefs families hold dear. To find out more about Feature Films for Families go to www.familytv.com . In addition there are many website for good Christian movies such as www.christianfilms.com / or www.billiygraham.org and selection "World Wide Pictures."- Internet Ministries
Adventist Book Centre Special October Offer The Adventist Book Centre cordially invites you to visit the ABC and check out its special October offer on Junior and Senior Devotionals for 2003 which are now in stock. These devotionals are available at a special discounted price of $10 for the reminder of October only. ABC Eastern Standard Time Business Hours – Effective October 28, 2002, the business hours for the Adventist Book Centre will be Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays 9 a.m. to noon. Call us at 341-2429 -Kenny V. A. Deveaux, Manager, ABC
Health Wellness Seminar A Health Wellness Seminar will be conducted in New Providence by Dr. Donald R. Hall November 14 to 16, 2002, at the Nassau Beach Hotel. Registration for this seminar continues at the Conference Office, ext. 247, and at the Better Living Health Centre, East Street. Cost of seminar will cover training manual, certification, one session of vegetarian cuisine cooking lessons and a Sabbath meal. Deadline for registration is October 31, 2002.
Ephesus to Host Week of Spiritual Emphasis Beginning Sabbath, October 19, 2002, the Ephesus Church will host a week of spiritual evangelistic meetings with a different guest pastor each night, except Thursday, October 24. You are cordially invited to come and be blessed by renewing your walk with the Lord. - A. Brennen, Coordinator
‘Adventist Spotlight’ "Adventist Spotlight," which is seen on Cable Bahamas, Channel 12, from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, features this week Pastor Eric D. Clarke of the Grant’s Town Church . A rebroadcast will be aired on Tuesday at 8 p.m.
All churches are asked to submit the names of their 10 Masterguide delegates to the West Indies Union Camporee 2003 to the Conference Office on or before the end of October. ! There will be a meeting for all persons attending the WIU Camporee 2003 on Sunday, October 20, from 7 to 9 a.m.! The SDA Youth Chorale members are asked to attend choir rehearsal today at 4 p.m. at the Hillview Church! Youth Forum continues Friday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Church. Young people are especially invited.
Living Faith Pathfinders to Hold Walk-A-Ton The Living Faith Pathfinders will hold a walk-a-ton on Sunday, November 17, 2002. Persons aged 5 to 50 are invited to participate. Further information can be gotten from Randy Johnson at the Living Faith Church or at the Conference Office.
Concert In Aid of Medical Expenses On October 26, 2002, at the Holy Trinity Center, a gospel concert in aid of the medical expenses of Stephen Brown (a 14-year-old brain tumour patient) will be held. The family solicits your support. Please call Bernadette Brown at 324-4441 and Betty Culmer at 324-5226 for tickets.
SDA Advancement Society to Meet The regular monthly meeting of the Cat Island SDA Advancement Society will be held on Sunday, October 20th, at 10 a.m. All members are encouraged to attend. -N. Seymour
Radio Talk Shows Tower 104.5, With B-Man and Marlene McKinney, Monday mornings 6:30 to 7:00. Turning Point Ministries, 1540 A.M., Sundays 2 to 2:30 p.m. Alvira Higgs, 1240 A.M., Wednesday mornings at 9:15. Family Focus on 1240 A.M., Every 2nd and 4th Sabbath Morning at 6:00 a.m. with Pastor Peter Joseph of the New Providence.
Cooking Class and Health Seminar The Better Living Vegetarian Cooking class and health seminar will be held every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. starting Nov. 5th to Dec. 10th. Register now at Better Living health Center, phone 323-5473.
A Big Thank You A big thank you goes to all who participated in the Fifth Annual Health Extravaganza. It was the greatest ever! The public really turned out and the Adventist support was great! Continue to pray for the many contacts made and the Amazing Facts CD’s and the book Steps to Christ, may it make a great impact on the lives of those who receive them. - Idamae Hanna, M.P.H., R.D. South Andros Adventist Development Association Aim: To win all of South Andros for Christ with our presence and support. Membership: Open to anyone, group or church interested in the proclamation of the message in South Andros. Election of officers and chapter leaders will be held on Nov. 2nd in Nassau. Listen for more information.Note of Sympathy The Adventist community extends heartfelt sympathies to Bro. Wilbert and Sis. Angela Dean of the Philadelphia Church on the passing of their daughter Dekera. Our thoughts and prayers are with you that God almighty will comfort and strengthen you in this time of sadness and grief. Bahamas Academy Class of ‘93 to Meet Members of the Class of 1993 of Bahamas Academy Secondary are requested to attend a meeting on October 20th at 6 p.m. at the school. Please call Tamika Roberts for details at 356-839 Philadelphia Power Prayer Service The hour of Power Prayer Service begins at 6 a.m. each Sunday at the Philadelphia Church in Elizabeth Estates. Come join us, and let us intercede on behalf of our families in our churches, our communities and our nation. Persons residing in the east are especially invited. -P. Gibbs Sun sets today at 6:41 p.m. Sun sets next Sabbath at 6:35 p.m.
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Churches throughout New Providence displayed an impressive array of
craft, vegetarian cuisine and native dishes, tastily prepared to the
delight of everyone in attendance. 