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Adventists
Respond to Hurricane Katrina
Local Response On Tuesday, September 6, 2005, at a special
called Ministerial meeting, at the
Seventh-day
Adventist Headquarters on Harrold Road, Adventist officers and ministers met
to formulate a response to assist persons devastated by Hurricane Katrina in
Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Two positions were unanimously adopted;
firstly, it was agreed that an offering would be collected in all local
Adventist churches this Sabbath, (Saturday), September 10, 2005, at the 11
a.m. service. Additionally, it was determined that the offering collected
would be passed on to ADRA (Adventist Development & Relief Agency) and the
Adventist Community Services department to augment their ongoing efforts to
provide relief working along with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
In partnership with FEMA Over the past few days, volunteers from the
Adventist Arkansas-Louisiana Conference, under Lavida Whitson, Adventist
Community Services Director, have been assisting the relief efforts in
numerous ways. Working closely with FEMA, the Adventist Community Services
Disaster Response volunteers are providing medical evaluation to those persons
who've been rescued from housetops. Also, they are giving out blankets, new
clothing and personal kits, including toiletries and assisting with
transportation to nearby shelters. Adventist volunteers are distributing
supplies that are prepackaged and stored in large truck units that supply
nearly 1,700 people, which are continually restock.
40,000 Meals Daily Apart from the aforementioned the Florida Adventist
Community Services department is providing 40,000 meals a day to the local
community and volunteers from two feeding units.
Education Relief Some Adventist schools in the United
States are offering tuition assistance to victims of Hurricane Katrina. For
example, Andrews University is offering a year of free tuition to any
Adventist student who was enrolled in a university or college whose operation
was interrupted by Hurricane Katrina. This plan will cover tuition, fees and
books through a combination of government and Andrews University support. Each
student who chooses to attend Andrews would then be responsible for room and
food expenses of approximately $5,000 per school year, or 25% of the typical
overall costs.
To assist with the ongoing efforts you may give a financial contribution at
the local Adventist Headquarters on Harrold Road or at any of the local
Adventist churches this Saturday, September 10. You may also telephone our
Headquarters at 242 341-4021/2 or fax us at 242 341-4088. Let us pray for and
contribute financially to assist those in need! - Dr. Leonard A.
Johnson
A Church Building for Acklins
A special thank you to those Pastors and Churches who have
given
in support of the Church van and Gospel Crusade in Lovely Bay, Acklins.
We now have 13 baptized members and a few children who are worshipping every
Sabbath in Lovely Bay; but they urgently need a house of worship.
A plan for a building has already been drawn and plans for erecting it are
already in progress. Arrangement has been made with Bahamas Conference of
Seventh-day Adventists to hold donations in trust for ‘Acklins Seventh-day
Adventist Church’. Cheques and donations may be made payable to that name at
the Bahamas Conference Headquarters on Harrold Road.
This appeal is to all churches, all members of our churches, who are from
Acklins, all members who would like to support the work in Acklins and friends
of Adventists everywhere.
Thank you so much for your help. -Pastor Roy I. Hanna
Official Notice West Indies Union Conference Session Notice is hereby
given that the Thirteenth
Session
of the West Indies Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held at
Northern Caribbean University (NCU), Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica, from
November 9 to 12, 2005. All duly appointed delegates are invited to be present
at this Union Conference Session. -Patrick L. Allen, President and Wendell R.
McMillan, Executive Secretary. See
list of delegates from the Bahamas Conference
Bahamas Academy
Reunion Banquet, October 23, 2005
VBA On The Move Yes, the VBA is presently working on the New Bahamas
Academy school
located
on Marshall Road. The foundation and blocking up of the foundations are
completed for all 5 buildings. The fill is in the western, eastern, southern
and Technical building foundations, the floor is now ready to be poured on the
western building. However, to accomplish this VBA requires the assistance of
all electricians to get the roughing in place.
Therefore, electricians who can assist please contact Bro. Winston Ash at
394-1063 or 424-4498 or Bro. Leonard Hanna at 393-5596. Thank you for the help
that you will give to this project. - Winston Ash, VBA President
Principal Needed for Bahamas Academy Applications from qualified
persons are being accepted for the position of Principal at Bahamas Academy of
Seventh-day Adventists.
The person selected for this position should possess the following
qualifications:
1. Be an active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
2. Hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree,
but a Master’s Degree is preferred
3. Have at least five years teaching
experience in the elementary/secondary school.
4. Have at least three years of administrative experience.
5. Possess effective communication skills with the ability to work
collaboratively with students, staff, parents and the school board.
6. Have the ability to create a safe, orderly school with discipline and
security.
7. Posses educational leadership and supervisory skills.
The principal will be expected to
perform the following duties:
1. Plan, implement and evaluate instructional programs.
2. Conduct ongoing assessments and modification of the instructional program
based on formative and summative assessment data.
3. Assume spiritual leadership in the school.
4. Exhibit positive exemplary interpersonal skills.
5 Inform staff of policies and procedures so that expectations for performance
are understood.
6. Encourage professional growth for staff development.
7. Communicate the vision and mission of
the school to staff, parents, students, community and church members.
8. Organize, manage and evaluate the school as it relates to staffing, school
plant facilities and equipment within budgetary constraints.
9. Implement performance evaluation process of all staff members.
10.Promote administrative procedures that are consistent with the union,
conference, and school board policy.
The application should be accompanied by the following:
a. Cover letter describing your present position.
b. Updated resume.
c. Three references (include one from your recent employer).
d. Police record.
e. Proof of credentials.
f. Recent photo of self (2" x 2").
g. Medical certificate (completed by a Physician).
NB: All applications or nominations
(locally) should be submitted to:
The Chairman, Search Committee, P.O.Box N 356, Nassau, Bahamas. Fax:
1-242-341-4088. The deadline for receipt of application is August 31, 2005, or
until the position is filled.
Application forms may be picked up at the Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day
Adventists Office on Harrold Road, or on our website at (sdaeducation@coralwave.com).
The Committee reserves the right to reject the application of any or all
applicants. -Search Committee
Satellite Broadcast Today On Hurricane Katrina
Satellite Broadcast Today A special satellite broadcast will be on the Hope
Channel today, about Hurricane Katrina at the New Englerston Church at 3:30
and at 7:00 p.m. (Repeat). The one hour program with host Gary Gibbs, will
feature interviews of Adventist Relief Workers who will reveal how the storm
has affected Seventh-day Adventists. Hope Channel is the official television
of the Adventist Church. - Pastor B. Brennen
Hour of Gospel Music The Hour
of Gospel Music at the Mary Ingraham Home continues on a weekly basis at 6:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The schedule for today, September 10, will be the Good News
SDA Church. Next week, September 17 music will be provided by the Grant’s Town
Church.
Bahamas Academy Technical Division Bahamas Academy is in need of a good
used car for its automotive class. Persons who can donate such a car, please
contact Mr. Gordon Blake at #393-3381. Our students thank you for your
kindness. - Gordon Blake
Youth Announcements
Pathfinders in full uniform are requested to meet at the Grant’s Town Church
on Sunday, September 11, at 10:30 a.m. to attend the funeral service for
Thompson Charite
Following the funeral service a short parade from Bahamas Academy to the Old
Trail Cementary will take place . Pathfinders taking part in the march are
asked to meet at BA at 1:00 p.m. -Pastor Andrew E. Burrows, Youth Director
Masterguide Training continues for All MGITs this Sunday 7:00 a.m. at Hillview
Church. Please be on time.
A.Y. Bible Bowl
Each A.Y department is asked to submit the name of the representative form
your church for West Indies Union/ Inter- American Division Bible Bowl. The
book for study is "Messages to Young People". Our of the names submitted, one
person will be selected to represent the Bahamas Conference at the West Indies
Union Level. Please submit names to the youth department at the conference
office or bring the names with you to the council meeting. Deadline is this
Monday.
World Pathfinder Day/ Pathfinder Weekend World Pathfinder Day will be
celebrated in each church on Sabbath September 17th. Each church is asked to
plan their own program for the Sabbath morning and A.Y. time. On Sunday,
September 18th, the annual Pathfinder parade will be held. All Pathfinders,
Adventurers, Masterguides and A Y Leaders in full uniform and other church
members are asked to assemble at 4:00 p.m. at Bahamas Academy to participate
in this annual Pathfinder parade. During the next few weeks, each
Pathfinder club/church is asked to collect can items, dry goods, and other
food items, to be given out as a part of a community service project during
the Pathfinder weekend program. - Pastor A. E. Burrows
Regular Adventist Educators’
Association Meeting On Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on September 17, 2005,
our regular meeting will be held in the conference lounge at Doctors Hospital
on Collins Avenue. Come and be a part of this organization that is prepared to
work together for the academic and spiritual development of our students. COME
AND SHARE WITH EACH OTHER!ONLY ONE HOUR. Be there and "Make a Difference" as
an Adventist Educator.
Women’s
Ministries Retreat Registration Continues at the local Churches
Maranatha Adventist Men's Meetings Under the theme "Christian Men
Committed in Service to Christ," the Maranatha Church Adventist Men continue
with a series of meetings today, Sabbath, September 10 and Sunday, September
11, 2005, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at the church, Prince Charles Drive .
The Sabbath evening service will be a very infomative presentation with a
question and answer period with Dr Joseph Evans. The weekend closes on Sunday
with a musical concert. All are invited to these services, especially men and
boys. Host Pastor is Eric D. Clarke.
Hillview’s Invitations
Hillview Pathfinder Club 3rd annual Talent Extravaganza, TONIGHT! at 7:30 p.m.
Hillview Church Grounds, theatre for the performing arts. Its billed to be a
night of fun, spiritual edutainment and laughter. All are invited
to the Hillview Pathfinder Weekend Celebrations which launches on Friday,
September 16, at 7:00 p.m. Special guest, Pastor Roy Gordon will deliver the
charge, and also the Sabbath -day’s sermon. Pastor Gordon wishes to reconnect
with all those with whom he once worshipped /friend-shipped/fellowshipped.
Centreville Trust Seminar The
Trust Services Department of the Centreville Church invites you to
an
informative seminar on the Importance and Preparation of Wills on Wednesday
21st September, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. A Wills’ workshop will be held on October
2nd, at the church to provide assistance in the preparation and completion of
wills. - Tanya Hanna, Attorney-at-Law
Short Hot Summer Marriage Seminar All married and engaged couples are
invited to attend the
"Keeping
The Fires Alive" Summer Forums beginning Sunday, September 11, at 7:30 p.m. at
the Centreville Adventist Church. Special guest will be Dr. David Allen. This
will be the first in a series of one night forums designed to provide an
opportunity for couples to enrich their relationship
Ebenezer Self-help Project The Ebenezer SDA Church Pathfinders will be
holding a carwash on Sunday, October 2, 2005, at 8:00 a.m. and a concert at
7:00 p.m. on Bernard Road and Adderley Street to raise funds for their church
building project. All are invited to support this worthy venture. -Pastor E.
St.Fleur
Hydrotherphy Service Available Persons needing hydrotherphy and colon
hydotherpy care are invited to contact Bernardette Rolle, RN at 322-3831
Sun sets today at 7:23 p.m.
Sun sets next Sabbath at 7:14 p.m.
