- News for February
2007
Pastor
Johnson In South Africa
[February 28, 2007] Pastor Leonard
Johnson, president of the Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day
 Adventists, and
his wife, Denise, are currently attending the Sixth World Congress of the
International Religious Liberty Association being held in Cape Town, South
Africa, February 27-March 1, 2007. The theme for the congress is
"Combating Religious Hatred Through Freedom to Believe." Pastor
Johnson, and other leaders from the Inter-American Division are attending
this most important meeting in South Africa.
"In a passionate address to the
Religious Freedom World Congress on February 28, Premier of the Western Cape
Ibrahim Rasool spoke strongly about his religious freedom convictions. What
was billed as simply a welcome to the delegates at the International
Religious Liberty Association's World Congress turned into a
clearly-articulated statement of support for religious rights that went
beyond standard conventions."
Click here for more news
- This
Week's Headlines From Religion News Service
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February 28, 2007, Adventist News Network
Presbyterians Face Defection to
Evangelical Denomination
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004
Commission Denies Press Reports of Moving Anglicans Under the Pope
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#2
U.S. Attorney General Unveils ‘First Freedom Project’ at Southern Baptist
Convention Executive Committee Meeting
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#3
Study Find U.S. Jewish Population Higher Than Expected
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#4
Living with Grief: Before and After the Death
Teleconference
Hospice Foundation of America will have
broadcast
a
live teleconference on “Living
with Grief:
 Before
and After the Death”
on the
Adventist Communication Network, Thursday, March 22, 2007, 1:30 to
4:00 p.m.. Join us at the Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist
Church, Wellington Street, Nassau,
The
Bahamas,
for this live professional teleconference.
Registration
fee is $5 at the door. This teleconference is especially for nurses,
medical doctors, social workers, pastors, lawyers, psychologists,
lay counselors, teachers, and all other interested persons.
Here
are the learning objectives of the teleconference: At the
conclusion of this teleconference, participants will be able to:
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Describe
anticipatory grief and anticipatory mourning and
approaches that professional caregivers can use to assist
patients and families struggling with loss in life-threatening
illness;
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Develop
strategies and interventional approaches that professional
caregivers can use at the moment of death and in funeral rituals
to help survivors cope with loss;
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Discuss
ways that our understandings of grief have changed over the last
20 years and how changes have influenced practice;
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Describe
research on the effectiveness of grief interventions;
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Discuss
the current debate over a new DSM diagnostic category for
complicated grief; and
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Review
current research and theory on grief reactions of professional
caregivers, and ways that individuals and organizations can
effectively support grieving staff and volunteers.
Click
HERE
to read more about the teleconference.
http://www.hospicefoundation.org/teleconference/
- This
Week's Headlines From Religion News Service
- Adventist Review February
26, 2007
Presbyterians Face
Defection to Evangelical Denomination
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004
Commission Denies Press Reports of Moving Anglicans Under the
Pope
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#2
U.S. Attorney General Unveils ‘First Freedom Project’ at
Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee Meeting
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#3
Study Find U.S. Jewish Population Higher Than Expected
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1004#4
The movie "Broken Vows, A
Religious Perspective on Domestic Violence," will be
 shown
on Monday, February 26 2007, at 6:30 at the Centreville Seventh-day
Adventist Church, PEACE Room, located on Fifth Terrance Centreville,
Nassau, The Bahamas. Abused women and other interested persons are
invited to attend. This is sponsored by PEACE (Providing Empowering
Advocacy Counseling and Education for abused women
and children) support group and Adventist Counseling Services of the
Bahamas Conference. For more information call 1 242-361 6355 or
email
info@bahamasconference.org
College Student Set to Release First Book
Miguel D.
Taylor, a Bahamian student at Northern Caribbean
University, Mandeville, Jamaica, will soon release his first book titled: “The
Bahamas...Addressing the Social Ills of Our Youth.”
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Miguel D.
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Miguel D.
Taylor being greeted by Hon. Fred
Mitchell when he visited NCU in 2006 |
Miguel considers this a major
accomplishment in his life as he has been working on this project for two
and half years. He felt inspired to write this book, because the issues he
is writing about are of great concern to him; and, as a young person, he
felt that it would be good to talk about them, particularly from a youth
perspective. Some of the issues Miguel is writing about are
drugs, sexual
preferences and identity, bullying, and delinquency.
In the words of Miguel: "Many
concerned older adults have spoken about these issues in various ways, but
what impressions can be given, what impressions can be absorbed by my peers
if one of their own speak to these issues and seek to offer some form of
resolution? Though many of our young people are fortunate not to have been
plagued by these issues, a great number of them are. If we do not begin to
address them in an aggressive manner, the state of this generation may in
fact be challenged... The truth is, the move for change must first begin
within. Only after they have decided to do this can the society begin to
embark on its bold initiative to effect change on a much larger scale as it
relates to young people. The question is, how do we begin to get the youth
of The Bahamas to recognize this need? That is a part of what I hope to
address in this book."
Miguel Taylor is a senior
communications student at Northern Caribbean University. His is studying a
minor in law and political science. Since enrolling at the university he has
served with several student organizations in top positions such as Bahamas
Bermudian Caymanian and Turks and Caicos Club (BBCTC) president, vice
president and treasurer. He is a member of the Presidents Roundtable of
Students (student advisors to the Univ. President), a former vice president
of Academics for the Consortium of Communications, History English Music and
Arts (CHEGMA), and currently the director of both the Inspirational Choir
and The Bahamas Chorale.
The Club congratulates its former
leader and wishes him great success with his book and all other endeavors.
Miguel Taylor is the son of Patsy and Charles Taylor, both now residing in
Freeport, Grand Bahama, and members of the Freeport and Sunrise Seventh-day
Adventists Church, respectfully.
Pastor Keith A. Albury
Conducts Week of Spiritual Emphasis
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[February 21, 2007 Pastor Keith A. Albury,
the pastor for the Exuma and Long Island district (Bahamas Conference),
conducted the annual Week of Spiritual Emphasis for the junior students of
the Grand Bahama Adventist Academy, North Bahamas Mission. The
meetings were held at the Shiloh Seventh-day Adventist Church, Freeport,
Grand Bahama, February 12- 16, 2007. The theme for
the week was "More than Conquerors." Using object lessons and
visuals aids, Pastor Albury shared with the students that Christ has already
declared them "winners." The Week of Spiritual Emphasis resulted
in four pledges for baptisms.
Bahamian Student Leads English Speaking
Church in Puerto Rico
The first
English Seventh-day Adventist Church on the campus of
Universidad Adventista De Las
 Antillas,
Mayaguez, Pueto
Rico (Antillean Adventist University),
had its first service on Sabbath, February 17, 2007. Desmond P. Sturrup
(Bahamian ministerial student) has been given the responsibility of serving
as the pastor for the church under the direct office of Pastor Edwin Alicea,
senior Pastor of the University Church. Since there is a strong
English speaking presence on the campus and in the nearby communities, the
University has decided to approve the proposal for the English Speaking
Church. Desmond’s response: “I thank God for the task that has been
assigned me and I will endeavor to lead as I follow the direction of God. In
my tenure, if I do nothing else, I shall reach out and witness.”
Dr. Myrna Costa, President of the
University, gave congratulatory remarks to the pastoral team and is planning
to become a member of the English Church. Dr. Jose Dialis the head elder
of the English Church
During the
first service, Desmond P. Sturrup delivered the message entitled; “Building
Bridges.” He encouraged and challenged the youth and the administrative
staff of the University to build bridges that will reach out into the
communities throughout Puerto Rico, leading people to the ways of God. He
emphasized the need for stronger outreach programs that will make the
community aware of who we are as Seventh-day Adventists. “There are doors
that have not yet been knocked on, there are bibles that have not yet been
opened, and there are souls that have not yet been ministered to.
Brendon Albury, another Bahamian ministerial student, is serving as
Campus Ministries Director of the University for the 2006-2007 school
year.
This Week's Headlines
From Religion News Service
Study Finds Children Plagued by Unwanted
Exposure to Porn
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1001
Final Defendants Sentenced in Baptist Foundation of Arizona Fraud Case
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1001#2
Christian Leaders Commit to Tackling ‘Scandal’ of Poverty
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1001#3
Survey Says Canadians Have Most Tolerant Attitudes Toward Muslims
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=1001#4
Let's Talk Day
On Sabbath afternoon, February 24, 2007,
pastors in the West Indies Union Conference will conduct
 a
talk-back session during the Adventist Youth time in their local churches.
It is "Let Talk Day." This will be an opportunity for pastors to
discuss with members the issues and concerns they may have. It is a
time for relevant comments, questions and answers from the young and the
old. Also join us for "Let's Talk Day"
online with conference leaders.
- Focus on
Stewardship
- Adventist Review Special for Feb 16,
2007
What does it mean to be a Christian in an age
of greed? What does Jesus require of His disciples when it comes to time,
talent, and treasure? How do we best serve God through our finances? This
week the Adventist Review provides several articles on stewardship. Designed
to enlighten and inspire, they help to make committed Christians better
stewards of God's resources.
Partners in Grace
http://www.adventistreview.org/9939/story1.htm
Stewardship expert Ben Maxson believes that if you want to get all you can
out of life, try giving it away.
White-collar Thieves
http://www.adventistreview.org/2004-1552/story2.html
There's a crime that no police department will investigate, says Gordon
Bietz.
I Owe, I Owe
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=96
G. Edward Reid shares biblical principles for escaping the tyranny of debt.
What Would Jesus Drive?
http://www.adventistreview.org/2003-1538/story4.html
Nathan Brown reflects on what it means to be a good steward in a postmodern
age.
The Money Issue
http://www.adventistreview.org/9939/
How should Christians relate to money?
The Christian Guide to Investing
http://www.adventistreview.org/2003-1532/story1.html
Dick Hanson tells readers how to adopt the investment mentality of a
faithful steward.
Absence of Meaning?
http://adventistreview.org/2003-1552/story3.html
Robert Rigsby reflects on the true meaning of retirement.
- Adventist World
and Christian News
- Adventist Review February 15, 2007
Vandalized Adventist Church Building Upsets
Serbian President
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=986
Serbia’s president spoke out against the situation in a national address.
Former GC Associate Secretary Dies
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=986#4
John W. Bothe was president of the Canadian Union before coming to the GC.
New President Appointed for Walla Walla Hospital
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=986#3
Monty Knittel assumes the new role on March 1.
World News From Religion News Service
Religious Groups Criticize Bush Budget for Cuts to Domestic Programs
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988
The $2.9 million budget would cut medical and anti-hunger programs.
Report: Catholics Must Rethink Parochial School System
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#2
Enrollment in 7,800 U.S. schools is down 50 percent since the mid-1960s.
[Super Bowl] Parties Cancelled at Some Churches, Continued at Others
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#3
Some church leaders are crying foul at the NFL’s confusing policy on
viewing.
Old World Kosher is New World Gourmet
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#4
Ethnic favorites once regarded as too old world are now taking over the
marketplace.
Cross Walk Issue Review February 15,
2007
I Cried So Hard I Laughed
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=977
Grief and Joy—how can such opposite emotions bring us to tears?
Coming Close to God
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=982
It’s a command with a promise—the promise of a forever friendship.
Challenged by the Truth
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=983
A young man follows Christ by taking up His cross.
The Pictures on Our Walls
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=976
We are multicultural, multiethnic, body of believers. But do our actions
reflect that?
Photos from Eleuthera
Convention 2007
 [February 13,
2007] Dr. Leonard Johnson and his family traveled Pastor Edward St Fluer and
his family to Eleuthera on February 9 - 11, 2007 for the Winter Convention
and to introduce pastor St Fleur as the new resident district pastor.
See photos
Libronix Bible Logos
Camp
 [February 13, 2007]
SEE PHOTOS Scores of Adventist
pastors and pastors from other denominations in Nassau, Grand Bahamas,
Andros, and Florida, gathered at the Hillview Adventist Church, Nassau, for
the Annual Logo Bible Software Camp conducted by Morris and Cindy Proctor.
Intensive training was giving about the use and function of the Logos Bible Software.
This software is an effective and powerful too for pastors and preachers in
the preparation of their sermons, Bible study, and research.
Stewardship and Trust
Seminar
On Sunday, February 11, 2007, at 9:00 a.m.,
scores of Stewardship and Trust leaders of the Adventist
 Churches
in Nassau gathered at the Grant's Town Adventist Church for a seminar
conducted by Dr. Wendell McMillan, Stewardship and Trust Director for the
West Indies Union. Also making a presentation on Trust was Pastor
Belvin Braham, Trust Services Director of the Inter-American Division,
Miami, Florida. SEE
PHOTOS
Dr. Leonard Johnson, president of the Bahamas
Conference brought remarks endorsing the seminar and encouraging the
directors to find new methods to package the old and proven and principles
of Stewardship for the members.
- This Week's
Headlines From Religion News Service
- Adventist Review February 12,
2007
Religious Groups Criticize Bush Budget for
Cuts to Domestic Programs
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988
The $2.9 million budget would cut medical and anti-hunger programs.
Report: Catholics Must Rethink Parochial School System
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#2
Enrollment in 7,800 U.S. schools is down 50 percent since the mid-1960s.
[Super Bowl] Parties Cancelled at Some Churches, Continued at Others
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#3
Some church leaders are crying foul at the NFL’s confusing policy on
viewing.
Old World Kosher is New World Gourmet
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=988#4
Ethnic favorites once regarded as too old world are now taking over the
marketplace.
Adventist World News for
February 7, 2007
Adventist Review
Largest Third Quarter Thirteenth Sabbath
Offering Ever
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=973
The mission offering topped $2 million.
Adventist Student Trial Team Rules in Favor of Sabbath Observance
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=973#2
Loma Linda Academy students made their mark in the mock trial competition.
OC’s Single Parent Program Receives $10,000 Grant
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=973#3
The program is said to be the only one of its kind in Alabama.
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- Today's Religious
World News
- Adventist Review February 5,
2006
The Church in 2011
http://www.adventistreview.org/issue.php?issue=2007-1504&page=32
What will the Christian church look like in 2011? Read Thom Rainer's amazing
insights.
Proposed Bush Library Divides U.S.
Methodists
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=971
Religious Leaders Defend Obama Against Madrassa Allegations
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=971#2
National Baptists Meet, Eye More Aid for New Orleans Churches
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=971#3
U.S. ‘Satisfied’ With Religion’s Public Role, But More Want Less
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=971#4
Convention in Inagua
[February 4, 2007] Pastor Leonard
Johnson, conference president, was in Inagua February 2-5, 2007 for
Convention 2007. Although there are only a few Adventists on the
island the meetings were inspiring and the members were encouraged.
Inagua is the salt capital of the Caribbean (producing more than one million
tons of solar salt each year). It is also the home for one of the worlds
largest flocks of flamingos (the national bird of the Bahamas).
A few of the Adventist residents on this beautiful island are Clemet
McKinney (leader), and three Adventists our Defense Force Officers from
Nassau. Sidney Larrimore, Kevin Smith and LaToya Nottage.
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Sidney Larrimore |
Lesson Study Time |
Clement McKinney |
Two Bahamians Ordained
at Northern Caribbean University
Two Bahamian ministerial students, Asthon
McFall and Terry Tannis, were among twenty-seven other students who were
ordained as elders at Northern Caribbean University Church, Mandeville,
Jamaica, on Sabbath, February 3, 2007. Thirty-four students were
also ordained as deacons on Sabbath. Terry is a senior and
Asthon is a junior in the Department of Religion at NCU.
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Terry and
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Ashton McFall and Terry Tannis |
Adventist Mental
Health Professionals
[February 4, 2007] All Adventist mental
health professionals in the Bahamas Conference are asked to attend a very
important planning meeting with Barrington Brennen (Director of Adventist
Counseling Services) on Sunday, February 18, 2007, at 12 noon at the Bahamas
Conference Headquarters. This meeting is for the organization of
the Adventist Mental Health Association and planning for Adventist Mental
Health Month in May of 2007. This includes all Adventist:
psychologists, school counselors, social workers, industrial and
rehabilitative counselors, educational psychologists, forensic
psychologists, certified family life educators, and trained lay counselors.
Claiming the
Promise Adventist Review Feb 4, 2007
Black History Month
This year the Adventist Review Online
celebrates Black History Month with a collection of articles
profiling the lives of notable African-Americans. Our anthology, titled
"Claiming the Promise,"
 shows how
ordinary people overcame extraordinary odds to make a difference.
The Nearly Forgotten Heroine
http://www.adventistreview.org/2001-1505/story1.html
Irene Morgan was feeling poorly the muggy July morning when she refused to
bow to bigotry.
A Journey and a March
http://www.adventistreview.org/2005-1521/story1.html
Forty years ago these Adventists put their faith on the line in the civil
rights movement.
Remembering Rosa Parks
http://www.adventistreview.org/article.php?id=156
The quiet warrior.
 "Brad": A
Life of Service
http://www.adventistreview.org/2000-05/story1.html
Serving and empowering others was the hallmark of Charles Bradford's
personal and public ministry.
Shine On!
http://www.adventistreview.org/2003-1525/story2.html
Lena Noziwe has turned challenges into opportunities.
He Lives Love
http://www.adventistreview.org/2001-1523/story2.html
James E. "Johnny" Johnson, the son of a sharecropper, has served in the
highest levels of government.
Crossing the Line
 http://www.adventistreview.org/2001-1525/story1.html
C. J. Alford, an Adventist race car driver, believes in putting his faith on
the line.
Cooperation Without Compromise
http://www.adventistreview.org/2000-1545/story1.html
Barry Black, chief of chaplains for the United States Navy, wore two stars
on his shoulders, and kept the Sabbath.
Gifted Hands in God's Hands
http://www.adventistreview.org/2002-1545/story1.html
Ben Carson, renowned neurosurgeon, has had his faith tested.
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