Canadian Union MESSENGER

Volume XXXVII, No. 12 , May 29, 1968 Presidential Changes in the Canadian Field J. W. BOTHE, President, Canadian Union Conference . Kingsway College . . impressed the need to add a new staff member. Without a doubt, Elder Manuel will bring the same dedication and earnestness to his new responsibil- ities as he manifested in his former programme. It is a privilege to report to our constituency that Dr. Percy Paul has been elected president of Kingsway College. Dr. Paul comes to us from the Nebraska Conference where he has Elder P. W. Manuel been serving as educational superin- Dr. Percy Paul After serving as president of Kings- tendent. More recently, he received his doctor- way College for ten years, Elder P. Dr. Paul is well known to many of ate in School Administration from the W. Manuel accepted the invitation of our Canadian believers. He names University of Nebraska. the Canadian Union to serve as As- Saskatchewan as his home province Our members will be happy to learn sistant Auditor and Stewardship Sec- and is a graduate of Canadian Union that Dr. Paul will assume his new re- retary. During the decade that Elder College. His first teaching responsibil- sponsibilities at Kingsway College Manuel served as president of Kings- ities were in Saskatchewan. In later early in June. With the growing needs way College, a number of important years, he served as teacher, principal in and the many challenges in changes took place. It is gratifying to and president in a number of our the growth and development of our note the improvements in academic schools in the and also educational programme, it is of en- facilities as well as needed faculty in Indonesia. couragement to have a leader of such housing and important and much- Upon return from the mission field, ability respond to our Board's invita- needed industrial developments. Dr. Paul served as MV and Educa- tion. With the loyal support and ear- The growing work in the Canadian tional Secretary of the Confer- nest prayers of our believers and the Union, both in the auditing department ence. Previously he had obtained his blessing of the Lord, our work for the and current developments in the area B.Sc.Ed. from Union College and his needs of our youth is sure to go for- of stewardship and deferred giving, M.A. from Michigan State University. ward.

• • . Maritime Conference . . . After three years as president of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Newfoundland and five years president of the Maritime Conference, Elder D. E. Tinkler indicated his desire to serve as a pastor-evangelist. When the Brit- ish Columbia Conference Committee members became aware of this possi- bility, they promptly voted a call for the Tinklers to serve in the North Okanagan District. Elder D. E. Tinkler Without a doubt, our members in Elder J. W. Wilson

British Columbia will welcome this that we announce the departure of the eral years of teaching responsibility in news because the Tinklers are not Tinklers, yet it is nice to be able to the North Pacific Union. While in this strangers in B.C. For a number of announce that his successor has been area, he completed his work for his years, they pastored several churches named. Elder J. W. Wilson of the Master's degree at Walla Walla Col- in the conference. Prior to their move Ontario- Conference has been lege. Twelve years ago, he was invited east, Elder Tinkler was Lay Activities elected president of the Maritime Con- to serve as MV and Educational Sec- and Sabbath School, PR and Radio- ference. Elder Wilson comes to the retary of the Manitoba-Saskatchewan TV Secretary of the B.C. Conference. Maritimes with a rich background of Conference. He served in this capacity The many friends of the Tinklers in denominational service. Although he in the Iowa Conference and more re- Newfoundland and will was born in Ontario, he has early Mari- cently in the Ontario-Quebec Confer- want to join others in praying for their time connections. His mother, the for- ence. continued success in their ministry. It mer Ida Hannah, was born in St. John, Pastor and Mrs. Wilson and their is encouraging to note the development New Brunswick. His grandfather, El- two boys will take up residence in of the work under their dedicated lead- der J. L. Wilson, was president of the Moncton early in the month of June. ership. Their last year of service in the Maritime Conference from 1917-1922. As the new responsibilities in the office Maritimes ended with an outstanding Following his graduation from and in the field are undertaken, all the baptismal report and the strengthening Kingsway College and Andrews Uni- members of the conference are invited of the financial and other aspects of the versity, Elder Wilson's first denomina- to remember their new president and conference operation. tional responsibility was Dean of Men his family in their petitions to the While it is with a note of sadness at Oshawa. This was followed by sev- Throne of Grace. Industrial Company Presents Station Wagon To Alan A. Fisher, nationally known industrialist and president of West Coast Aero Tool Company, Inc., manufacturers of Ace Drill Bushings, was the unseen hand behind a gift from his corporation to The Voice of Proph- ecy of a 9-passenger Chrysler Towne & Country Station Wagon. Especially equipped for comfort and safety, this car will be used to convey H. M. S. Richards and the quartet on the long, hot summer trips, visiting camp meet- ings and making personal appearances H. M. S. Richards, director and speaker of the Voice of Prophecy radio-broadcast, receives the at rallies from coast to coast. keys to a new 9-passenger Chrysler Towne & Country Station Wagon presented on behalf of the Ace Drill Bushing Company by R. Dale Fisher, secretary. In making the presentation, R. Dale Fisher, secretary of the corporation, Ace Drill Bushings, modern tooling Newark, New Jersey, and Detroit, stated the company's belief that no components, have been made since Michigan. A major manufacturing greater contribution to world better- 1941. There are scarcely any metal- plant is located near the La Sierra ment is being made than that of The working operations, from the produc- campus of Loma Linda University, Voice of Prophecy. "To a world tion of subminiature instruments to where many scores of young men and spacecraft, that have not been touched steeped in sin and lawlessness," he women have been enabled through in some way by Ace products. Sold said, "the messages of hope for a better part-time to complete future as expressed by Dr. H. M. S. through a nation-wide network of dis- their education. Many doctors, minis- Richards, and the soul-stirring tributors located in every major stra- ters, and others in various branches of of the King's Heralds quartet and Del tegic metalworking area, the name of Delker, bring peace and comfort to Ace has become synonymous with denominational work owe their educa- millions of troubled souls. We are glad highest quality and service. Originally tion to the Ace plan of helping worthy to have a small part in helping this located in Los Angeles, the Ace facil- students by providing work on a part- wonderful work you are doing." ities have extended their operations to time basis.

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210 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER tist homes. Six of the fourteen acad- emy teachers hold Masters degrees. K. U. Row Director of College Relations Korean Union College

Attention Adventist Pilots The Adventist Pilots Association now has names and addresses of pilots throughout the world totalling about seven hundred. However, there are many others who have not yet regis- tered with the Adventist Pilots Asso- ciation and may not even know that Do you have a question or observation regarding Christian Education? All letters this organization exists. giving both name and address will be answered either by mail or in this column as If you are a pilot, even though you space permits, although names will not be published. This is not a "sound-off" column are only a beginning pilot, send your but one where earnest questions will be given serious answers. Address all correspon- name, address, and types of ratings dence to: Educator, 1148 King St. E. , Oshawa, Ontario which you hold, to Adventist Pilots Association, Box 181, Andrews, Mich- Dear Educator: neatness and tidiness, up to a point. igan, 49104. If you know of pilots, Are you in favour of having school Boys often engage in sports during re- please pass this notice on to them. uniforms in SDA schools or do you cess or noon hour. If these are active object to the idea? For what reason sports like football, baseball or basket- Ministerial Training do you feel this way? What do you ball, the classroom uniform is seldom Advisory Committee consider to be the hindrances fitted for such activity. By the same In a beneficial move toward dia- to the adoption of uniforms in SDA token clothing designed for active logue, a Ministerial Training Advisory schools? sports is seldom suitable for classroom Committee met recently at Andrews Inquiring wear. University to study means of relating School uniforms can be a real bless- seminary studies to field needs and to Dear Inquiring ing to a parent. There is never a ques- acquaint pastors and conference offi- What is the purpose of a uniform? tion of what to wear—it is prescribed. cials with the objectives of the Semi- It is basically a common denominator. However, one uniform outfit is not nary. It is also a means of identification. It enough. At least two outfits should be Attending the two-day council were could be a status symbol. If a uniform available to permit of cleaning and/or over fifty conference presidents, pas- is all, or any, of these things, is a uni- repairing from time to time. tors, evangelists, and Seminary faculty form desirable in an Adventist school? Uniforms do not guarantee neatness members. The meeting was chaired by Among girls there is a very wide or tidiness. They do, however, put all Neal Wilson, vice-president of the variety of dress available. Most schools students on the same basis and give a North American Division of Seventh- have regulations restricting the wear- standard by which these attributes may day Adventists, and was attended by ing of slacks to participation in active be judged. General Conference President R. H. sports. Most schools have regulations These are some advantages of hav- Pierson. about length of skirts, sleeveless ing school uniforms. What do you Attending from General Conference blouses, low necklines, etc. With the think? What are some of the disadvan- were W. P. Bradley, N. R. Dower, adoption of a standardized uniform tages? Charles Hirsch, D. W. Hunter, M. E. such restrictive legislation is unneces- Educator Kemmerer, Robert H. Pierson, and sary. The uniform is prescribed, it is Neal C. Wilson. socially and stylishly acceptable and Korean Union College Academy Attending from Canadian Union functional. This eliminates the desire Groundbreaking were J. W. Bothe, Ray A. Matthews, to "keep up with the Joneses" by hav- Pastor W. L. Wilcox, Korean Union and Philip Moores. ing new dresses or expensive dresses President, led out in the groundbreak- Representatives attended from the like other students may have. This also ing ceremony for the third stage of the following unions: Atlantic Union, eliminates the tendency for some stu- Korean Union College Academy class- Central Union, Columbia Union, Lake dents to dress in accordance with the room building complex. Dr. R. E. Union, Northern Union, North Pacific latest style "craze" or fad, which often Klimes, Korean Union College presi- Union, Pacific Union, Southern Union, is not acceptable in a . dent, praised the academy students and and the Southwestern Union. Boys too have a wide selection of staff for raising most of the funds for clothing available. Boys, probably the building. The academy enrols 436 more than girls, have a tendency to be students from grades 9 through 12, 84 "The very things Satan throws in careless about their appearance. As a percent of which are Seventh-day Ad- our path to check us should be step- result a school uniform introduces ventists or from Seventh-day Adven- ping stones to higher experiences." VoL. 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 211 LITERATURE EVANGELISM his s tke Very Work the Lord Would Have His People Do at This Time." 6T. 313

Zama-tate Eciaewleat Exftetieaced I called on a family who at one time 1 called at one home and the family used to rent a home from one of the was immediately interested in the set elders of our Winnipeg Church. First of Stories which I showed. The of all I presented the Bible Story set lady said, "My sister has these books in along with the Golden Heritage Bible, another town. Did you sell them?" I Life and Health, and The Triumph of was happy to inform her that I had. God's Love. They decided to purchase Then she said, "These books have these and pay cash. done so much for my sister, who just After I had made out the order and a short time before my visit had suf- brought in the books, the husband fered a nervous breakdown." asked me to what church I belonged. Then the lady said, "You also in- (They were Lutherans). I told him I cluded a magazine (Signs of the Times) was a Seventh-day Adventist and then with the order. This has done so much he asked me if I knew his one-time to restore my sister's confidence and landlord. I assured him that I did. peace of mind." Surely our truth-filled Next he asked me if I had any more literature has the message of hope and books. Of course I had. After showing Mrs. Blanche Coutu. comfort that the world so desperately all that are pictured on the full library needs at this time and it is really a I received a personal invitation from spread, he said, "We'll take the twenty privilege to have a part in distributing a nun to attend a P.T.A. meeting, and volume Bedtime Story set and the this wonderful literature. demonstrate our books. At the begin- Happy Home series on the payment L. L. BADER ning of the meeting, they selected offi- plan. Here's some more money for a Alberta Conference cers and finally it was my turn. "At down payment. After we finish paying this time I would like to introduce to for these we will take the other large you, Mrs. Coutu, who has been so pa- books as well." tient sitting and waiting. She has some- Delivery Report for the Thank God that an Adventist family thing here to show you and I person- Month of April 1968 lived a life that favourably impressed ally feel that these beautiful books these good folk. Alberta $4,386.20 should be in every home. I urge you to C. W. WHITEHEAD 5,957.02 buy them because they definitely be- Man.-Sask. Conference long in your homes. We teachers are Manitoba-Saskatchewan 11,957.76 I found a home where the mother here in this school to teach your chil- Maritime 2,866.25 was ill. She had a cast on her leg and dren, not to train them. This should Newfoundland 16.70 was unable to do her housework. Her be done at home." Ontario-Quebec 20,257.10 children were at school. I made a After this wonderful introduction, I Union 45,441.03 large pot of soup and a cake and took gave my demonstration and then was it to her the next day, and scrubbed invited for lunch. I presented the Sister with Desire of Ages. There were sixty and cleaned through her house. She Missionary Report for asked me if I were a Seventh-day Ad- to seventy-five at the meeting and sev- ventist and said she enjoyed watching eral took my name and phone number, April 1968 Faith for Today. I've been back since and the Sister suggested they would Literature distributed 2,059 with a couple of crisis books which I make lovely Christmas gifts. The next Bible School Enrolments 98 loaned to her, and she was very day I went out and sold two sets to two Interested persons attending church 10 pleased to get them. Who knows, I young married couples and also en- may not get many sales but may find rolled them in the White Bible Course. Former S.D.A.'s contacted 2 a few honest in heart. It feels so good to work with our Lord. Homes prayed in 209 (MRS.) F. GOERLITZ (MRS.) BLANCHE COUTU Bible studies given 62 British Columbia Conference Ontario-Quebec 212 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER 13th Sabbath Appeal . . . Manitoba — Saskatchewan Literature Evangelist Out Into The Night Herb Unruh and Family The Manitoba-Saskatchewan Con- By ANN HALL, Nursing Sister ference heartily welcomes brother and Togoba Hansenide Colony, New Guinea Sister Unruh and family. Herb served as a literature evangelist in Alberta be- ginning in September, 1966. The Lord It was just after evening worship at ring of native men, somewhat appre- abundantly blessed his labours for in Togoba Hansenide Colony, New hensive. Soon the young woman was less than two years his deliveries Guinea, when a note was handed to brought in, and placed on the floor. amounted to almost $35,000. Herb the Sister in charge. Quickly she read She was in labour, and needed assis- and Lorna are both graduates of Cana- it. The night was dark, and uninviting, tance. dian Union College. They have a son, but a young woman was in trouble— Only after a good deal of persuasion Clayton, age 6 and a daughter Jen- real trouble. The note said she was did those men go out, and then it was nifer, age 3. Brother Unruh will be "nearby," so the Sister thought she not for long. After a brief time they serving the Winnipeg area, the largest could get carriers to bring the woman moved back in, out of the rain. From city of our conference and will give in to the leper station. She could then then on it was the women who had to needed strength to our literature evan- go by Landrover to Mt. Hagen hospi- go out into the rain. The baby was gelist task force. tal. There are no general nursing facil- born about an hour later, under a ities at the Leprosy station. But the banana tree. Even then mother and "nearby" was not so close after all. baby were not allowed back in the Three nurses set out in the Land- house again, but were taken to an rover, with a guide. Six miles on New extremely small hut nearby. Guinea roads is not "nearby." And They made mother and baby com- they were not there yet. The Land- fortable, and it was now time to com- rover stopped. Faintly the lights from mence the treck back. With an escort the village fires gave direction, and so each, to keep the nurses on their feet the three nurses followed their native as they tramped through the mud, in guide out into the darkness, wondering the dark of midnight, the return jour- Mr. and Mrs. Unruh and family. just where their patient was. The gentle ney was not quite so fearful. rain began to soak through their Later they learned that the village clothes, and run down their cheeks, they visited that night was renowned noses, and necks. Through mud they for its lawlessness. Surely God was Farewell sloshed, discarding their shoes. with those nurses that night. to the Maritimes They arrived at the village only to More and more consecrated and discover that they must still go further. dedicated Christian nurses are needed The past five years which my wife They wished now they had brought to help penetrate the dark night of and I have spent in the Maritime Con- one of the male staff with them. Where heathenism still covering so much of ference have been full of activity and were they heading? Should they turn New Guinea and other lands. Civiliza- pleasure. It has been a privilege to as- back? On they went, following the tion has not yet touched these stony- sociate and work with a fine group of oozy squelch of their leader's foot- hearted men of a stone age. dedicated workers, church officers and steps. The hills were getting steeper, Our sacrificial gifts this coming members. We rejoice for the many and more slippery. They could not thirteenth Sabbath will help enlarge precious souls who have been won to turn back, for without a guide they the Sydney Sanitarium and in the Lord and for the victories gained would never find the Landrover. and the progress achieved in the lives New South Wales, where already hun- For about four miles they tramped and work of God's people in the Mari- dreds of nurses have trained and gone on into the night. As the lights of an- times. other village came in sight their guide overseas in mission service. Approxi- After twelve years in administrative mately one nurse in four offers her life called out Tree pella, meaning three and departmental work, I have re- people were coming. Was this a lure in missionary service, a noble record quested the privilege of returning to to a cannibal feast? indeed! full-time pastoral-evangelism. We will Suddenly, out of the darkness came As you kneel before your God each be locating in the North Okanagan lights. The chatter seemed friendly day, don't forget to petition God for Valley of British Columbia and will be enough. At last the three messengers of protection for the many nurses "down living at 3702-36A Street, Vernon, mercy were ushered into a low thatched under." They are looking to us for B .C. hut. They could hardly see through more reinforcements. An enlarged We leave the Maritimes with cher- the dense smoke from the open fire, Sydney Sanitarium will greatly enlarge ished memories in anticipation of which had to find its own way out the working force in mission lands. For meeting again on that glad reunion through the thatch roof. your prayers, and support, we thank day at the coming of Christ. Around the wall of the house sat a you. ELDER AND MRS. D. E. TINKLER Vol.. 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 213 Barnesville Church . . . Tribute to the late Robert Smith of the Barnesville Church, who died sud- Another Bible-in- the-Hand Crusade Baptism denly from a construction accident April 25, 1968. Obituary was in the On Sabbath May 11, the Barnes- Special music was provided by Mrs. May 15 issue of MESSENGER. ville Church was filled to overflowing Marlene Smith. Mrs. Popowich joined This day as fades the setting sun with members and friends as they wit- Pastor Popowich as they sang of God's On one whose life was still so young, nessed the baptism of thirteen candi- enduring love. He left his loved ones all alone, dates. At the conclusion of the baptismal His trials all past, his work all done. Elder John W. Popowich, in his service tears flowed freely as a number message challenged all present to seek of people in the congregation signified But in his life so shortly lived Some good to others, he did give. a deeper and more spiritual experience by uplifted hand that they, too, desire His loved ones and his friends can see, with God. to be baptized in the near future. Throughout his life he lived for Thee. But God saw best to call His own, This sin-sick world no more to roam; So, rest in peace forevermore, And meet them all on that bright shore. That day when brightly shines the sun My gracious Lord will say, "Well done", When we shall meet on that fair shore And be with Him forevermore. So loved one, find some good to do, And his past prayers will follow you; Front row: Constance Floyd, Mrs. Yvonne Floyd, Mrs. Effie Branscombe, Just put your trust in God above, Mrs. Pearl Brown, Mrs. Sandra Northrup. Second row: Sterling Smith, Who is your Friend, your Joy, and Love. Gregory Peck, Mark and David Walsh, Stephen Smith, Gary Peck. Third row: Buddy Arbeau, Albert Smith, local elder, Mrs. Popowich, Elder Ernest E. Belyea Popowich, Curtis Smith. Mrs. Janet Lair not in picture.

Farewell for Elder and Mrs. J. W. Popowich Saint John Church Dedication On Sabbath, May 11, in the Saint John Church, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Roberts presented their young son, Scott Weston, for dedication. God promises to bless parents as they rec- ognize their duty toward their children.

Srs. Vail and Blakney uniting their voices as Ruby Long accompanies them on the accordian. Lo! Pity is a lovely stream, When flowing out to others. prepared featured local talent, and was We see its sparkling, shining gleam Pastor and Mrs. Popowich admiring the quilt well received as those present re- In sympathy of mothers. presented to them. sponded heartily. Elder and Mrs. Popowich were hap- But pity, when it turns to self, pily surprised as they were called for- Becomes a vile and stagnant pool; ward to receive a number of gifts, one For kindness hoarded on a shelf, of which was made as a community Turns to corruption as a rule. project. It was a beautiful hand-made Self-pity hastens your collapse, quilt. For you have lost your self-control. "We shall always remember the Oh! shun self-pity for it saps warmth and fellowship we have en- Your strength, defeats the noblest joyed these brief few months in Barnes- soul! ville. God has abundantly blessed the —Adlai A. Esteb Billy Martin and David Landry—A bit of old- efforts of the church with fifty-one fashioned philosophy. baptisms through the weeks of our A man feels sorry for himself in vain, On March 17 the members of the crusade. May God continue to bless," With everything to lose and nought to Barnesville Church gathered for a spe- said Elder Popowich. gain! cial social evening. The programme JOY BLAKNEY, PR Secretary — Debra Tabor, Ethiopia 214 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER British Columbia — Life Cycle of Man Depicted by Mission City Church School Choir

Mission City Church School Choir with their teacher, Mrs. W. E. Bergey (extreme right) and accompanist Mrs. Martin Ytreberg (extreme left) and narrator Pat Lee (next to Mrs. Bergey.)

"The Life Cycle of Man," depicting Song," trio; "I Ride an Old Paint," Quotations were read from Desire of the story of John from the cradle to quartette; "Mighty Lak' a Rose," Ages on the life of Christ, His child- manhood, was presented very excel- choir; "Lullaby," duet, and finally hood, His suffering and death on the lently by the Mission City Choir in "Home Sweet Home," by the choir. cross and then of the hope of eternal which there are only thirteen members. There were many other interesting life for every redeemed sinner. Many Their teacher, Mrs. W. Bergey, di- numbers to tell of the events in John's beautiful sacred numbers were sung rected the programme; Mrs. M. Ytre- life as he grew to manhood. along with the readings. Truly the con- berg was accompanist and Pat Lee the The melody and harmony which a gregation was blessed and so were the narrator. consecrated teacher, as Mrs. Bergey young people as they witnessed for John's life was first depicted by the can produce with a small group of Christ on this Sabbath day. song, "Hush, Little Baby." Some of young people is truly to be com- Yes, our church schools are a haven the other numbers, as his life story mended. and a training ground for our children continued, were "Parade of the More recently this same group con- and God bless all our teachers as they Bears," trio and choir; "Swiss Evening ducted the Mission Church service. work to prepare workers for the Lord.

Smoking Sam Comes to the B. C. Biennial Session

In his coffin lay Smoking Sam, as the effect that the had on the conference truck transported him Sam's "lungs". Further information and other materials to the Okanagan was given to the children before the Valley for the weekend. The Biennial flood gates were opened for questions. Session for British Columbia was to be The flood surely swept in, for one held in the Rutland Church, so tem- could not answer the questions fast perance leaders thought it a good time enough, and as one principal said, to make use of Smoking Sam. Out of "They will keep going like this all his coffin he came and for three conse- day." The short unprepared pro- cutive days he witnessed to about 800 gramme that was conducted shows children the dangers of cigarette smok- how worthwhile such an effort can be ing. The film, "One in 20,000," which and how one wished for more time to should now be called "One in 56,000" bring to these receptive minds our for it is estimated that 56,000 people Dr. A. W. N. Druitt and "Smoking Sam" great temperance programme. DR. A. W. N. DRUITT will die of lung cancer from smoking pupils as a "new boy" who had come this year in the United States, was first to school. The results of smoking were Blessed is the soul who never shirks shown to the students. Then Dr. N. shown as Sam puffed away on his cig- — who waits and watches — and yet Druitt introduced Smoking Sam to the arette, and the children were able to see works.

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B. C. Youth Congress Panorama Directed by R. H. Anderson Attendance 2000

Guest Speakers: Elder W. J. Hackett, President North Pacific Union Conference Elder G. S. Balharrie, Head of Theology Department, Walla Walla College Elder Paul De Booy, General Conference Missionary Volunteer Department

CANADIAN UNION COLLEGE CHOIR AND . . .

Comparing final notes for Sabbath morning worship. Elder Paul DeBooy, G.C. MV Department was the speaker. (Left to Right) R. H. Anderson, Paul DeBooy and F. CUC Choir directed by Carl Wessman. Quartets, etc. also presented Penstock. selections.

. . CANADIAN UNION COLLEGE BAND

CUC Band directed by Leslie Mackett. The tumbling team also performed.

A1/4 Dr. and Mrs. A. V. Piper

Mr. and Mrs. M. Ytreberg and Mrs. Ytre- Mr. and Mrs. C. Pinder Mr. Fritz Wirtz and son Fritz berg's sister, Clarissa Long

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Congress Panorama (continued) . . .

Kelowna Church Trio

Pathfinders on Parade. Several Clubs were represented and presented a colourful parade.

Elder Paul DeBooy addresses the congress at the Investiture.

Fifty-Mile Cycle

Lake City Pathfinders gathered mid-way during 50-mile cycle ride.

Twenty-four Lake City Pathfinders ing motorists and were featured in the The Pathfinders were accompanied pedalled fifty miles in early April qual- Williams Lake Tribute, a weekly news- by club director, Wayne Hayward; ifying for the MV Cycling Honour. paper, the following Tuesday. deputy director, Mrs. Arthur Spenst Early Sunday morning found them Prior to the ride they were in- and counsellor, Mrs. Donelda Hull nine miles south of Lac La Hache structed on cycling safety by a member ready to begin their all-day excursion. of the Williams Lake R.C.M.P. The who also rode bicycles. Two pilot cars Strung out along the highway they officers checked the cyclers during the were driven by Mrs. John Lesoski and attracted a lot of attention from pass- day of the ride. Larry Schafer.

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Philip Moores, President Kingsway Colley Ontario-Quebec Conference June :

SPECIAL MEETING FOR PROFESSIONAL AND MEN Sunday, 2:30 p.m., June 30 SPEAKER: 0. D. McKee, President, Men's Organization Southern Union J. W. Bothe, Carl Klarn, W. E. Kuester D. L. Michael President, Secretary-treasurer SS., Lay Activities, Public Affairs, Canadian Union Canadian Union Canadian Union Canadian Union

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G. E. Vandeman, Min. Dept. Dr. E. Heppenstall A. C. Fearing, Min. Dept. Dr. G. H. Hohen General Conference Loma Linda University General Conference Dermatologist

HEAR THE STORY OF HEPPENSTALL FILM HOUR AND THE HIPPIES MEET THE MAN TROPHY HOUR College Auditorium AND BAPTISM WHO BELIEVES DAILY IN GOING WHERE (Except Sabbath) THE PEOPLE SABBATH 1:30 p.m. ARE July 6 2:30 p.m.

CAMP MEETING )shawa, Ontario S. E. White, Sec-Treas. Ontario-Quebec Conference July 6

THE LONDON CRUSADE TEAM with D. D. Doleman The man with a CERTAIN Message for these Uncertain Times 0. A. Botimer, M. E. Erickson, P. G. Biy, P. W. Manuel, Publishing Dept., MV, Ed., Temp., Gen. Mgr., Kingsway Asst. Auditor and Canadian Union Canadian Union Publishing Assoc. Stewardship Sec., Canadian Union

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G. F. Dalrymple D. D. Doleman, Speaker K. F. Ambs, Asst. Treas. Dr. Percy Paul, President Faith for Today London Crusade General Conference Kingsway College

SPECIAL FEATURE You may SABBATH SCHOOL Reserve a Seat WORKSHOP at the SACRED CONCERT Pastor J. Martz Dinner Table and Mrs. P. Moores with by will show you DR. GUS HOEHN THE LATEST AIDS GENERAL MOTORS He will for Answer MALE CHORUS Children's Classes Questions Ontario-Quebec — Impact Rally Stresses Fall Council Pastor - Laymen Effort Results in Baptism Evangelism (MRS. ) W. E. KUESTER ST. CLAIR STEWART, Press Secretary, West Church The Ontario-Quebec Conference will host the General Conference Fall A solemn baptismal service attended Toronto Church. Council when it convenes in Toronto by hundreds, formed part of the day's Preceding the Revival was a "shot- October 9 through 15. This will be a programme during the recent Impact in-the-arm" experience in Stewardship -making epoch for Canada as Evangelism Rally held in the Willow- Evangelism introduced by Elder Paul it will be the first time a Fall Council dale Academy on Sabbath, May 11. G. Smith, Stewardship Secretary of the has been held outside of the United Pastor Larry Dasher baptized eight General Conference, during his recent States. precious souls who were voted into visit to Toronto. Through a short, Plans are well under way to make membership of the West Toronto concentrated programme conducted the occasion one of a definite evange- Church, of which Elder Rudy James is for this congregation by Elder Smith listic thrust for Toronto and surround- Pastor. These new members are the and the Pastor, the members embarked ing areas. In April an Impact Evange- fruits of a Pastor-Laymen effort in- upon a new programme of Steward- listic Committee met to lay plans for volving many years of faithful and an evangelistic programme to run di- ship to make possible the early pur- constant study, visitation, and personal rectly before, during, and after the witnessing in the home, the church, chase or erection of their own church Fall Council. Elder Theodore Carcich, and in the surrounding community. home. Already, this is proving to be a a general vice-president of the General Two brothers, baptized on this oc- more acceptable plan—one in which Conference, chaired the committee casion, became the fourth and fifth "Covenanting with God in Faith, Love which was composed of General Con- members of one family to join the and Loyalty" replaces the old and ference and local conference personnel. Seventh-day Adventist Church within more familiar method of pledging. The steps in the well-planned pro- a two-year period, their mother and Among the many wonderful stories gramme, explained Elder Philip two brothers having preceded them. resulting from this new venture, is that Moores, president of the Ontario- One White Bible Evangelism stu- of a young man who "Covenanted" Quebec Conference, are as follows: dent who graduated under the tutor- with God, not knowing from which 1. Contact a TV station in Toronto ship of the pastor, was also baptized angle God would honour his faith. to arrange for carrying the programme . This has been done, for at this time. Mr. McDonald was for- Less than one week later, his employer which the conference is now awaiting merly a policeman and a member of announced that his salary would be in- results. the Baptist Church. All eight candi- creased in the amount necessary to 2. Hold an IMPACT RALLY for dates however sat through the baptism meet the covenant which our brother all Toronto and area churches, fanning class, whose teacher is Brother Robert made. It is anticipated that before out as far as Niagara, Hamilton, Osh- Kennedy, one of the local elders. long, almost the entire congregation awa, etc. At this rally the Gift Bible This baptism was a fitting climax to would become involved in this exper- Evangelism programme would be em- a short series of Revival meetings con- ience of "making a covenant with God phasized, and given to those ducted by Pastor James in the West by sacrifice." Psalm 50:5. attending to be distributed to friends and neighbours. 3. An evangelistic campaign to be held in a central auditorium in Tor- onto from the beginning of September to the time of Fall Council, with inter- ests from the Gift Bible Evangelism programme encouraged to attend these meetings. 4. Interests from the evangelistic campaign will in turn be encouraged to attend the evening meetings of the Fall Council to learn more of Adven- tist beliefs and activities. 5. Immediately following Fall Coun- cil a regional evangelistic campaign will be held in each of Toronto's ten Adventist churches, as well as in area Baptismal candidates (not in consecutive order) — Mr. Enoch Ramsay, churches. Mr. Richard Knight, Mr. David Knight, Miss Ida Nash, Mr. Maurice McDonald, Mrs. Margaret Smith, Mrs. Florence Grizzle, and Mr. Bent The second step in the pragramme Gorgensen. Others in picture are: Pastor Dasher, Pastor James, Robert Kennedy (baptismal class teacher) and Benjamin Wilson (local elder). was the all-day IMPACT RALLY

220 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER The Willowdale auditor um and church were filled to capacity during the evangelistic thrust rally, Sabbath, May 11. Shown is part of the over 2,000 in attendance. which took place at the Willowdale for purity, the blue for loyalty, and ring challenge, the people crowded to Church and Academy auditorium on the gold for faithfulness, and on the the front where 700 white Bibles were Sabbath, May 11. Elder V. W. Schoen, flag are pictured an open Bible, a given to them to distribute throughout associate secretary of the Lay Activities shield, and a torch. Toronto and area in the Gift Bible Department of the General Confer- Using 1 John 2:28 as his text, Elder Evangelism plan. Elder Moores en- ence, and who has just returned from Schoen appealed to his hearers never thusiastically promised that 2,000 visiting the Australasian Division, gave to be ashamed to witness for the Truth. more would be made available for the mission appeal in Sabbath School, He told of a church of 200, raised up immediate use. showing some of the more than 100 by an ex-prisoner who had become a Following the dinner hour, the shell leis placed about his shoulders minister because someone had not Kingsway College Band gave a con- when there, and he also showed a been ashamed to witness for God. cert, directed by Alonzo Lange. An- spear used by the warriors of that re- At the close of Elder Schoen's stir- other musical treat was the string band gion. Elder Schoen presented Lyndon of the Toronto Yugoslavian Church, B. Johnson, president of the United with Matthew Lipohar directing. States, with a duplicate of the weapon, Running simultaneously with the about causing a furor among the afternoon rally programme in the au- guards when he told them his package ditorium, was a mass Investiture in the contained a weapon for the president Willowdale Church, under the direc- that would end all wars! tion of Elder J. W. Wilson, MV sec- Another historic event for the Cana- retary of the Ontario-Quebec Confer- dian Union was the formal presenta- ence. tion of the new flag of the Lay Activ- It is estimated that more than 2,000 ities Department, made by Elder people attended the IMPACT Schoen to Elder W. E. Kuester, Lay RALLY and Investiture. Working Activities secretary for the Canadian closely with Elder Moores is Elder Union. This flag serves as a symbol of Jack Martz, Lay Activities secretary a new era, said Elder Schoen, and is an Elder V. W. Schoen of the General Conference, of the Ontario-Quebec Conference, wearing some of the more than 100 shell leis indication that laymen really mean with which he was decorated, shows Elder and director of the Gift Bible Evange- Jack Martz a weapon of warfare from the business. The white of the flag stands islands of the Australasian Division. lism programme.

Directed by Matthew Lipohar, the Toronto Yugoslavian Church string Elder Jack Martz appears to be anxiously wondering if there will be band played at the IMPACT RALLY. enough Bibles to distribute to the mass of people crowding to the front to receive them for Gift Bible Evangelism purposes.

VoL. 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 221 Four-Church Mass Investiture In Toronto ROSEMARY E. KISTRUCK

Top Unit of the Year Award for College Park Top Pathfinder of the Year for College Park Pathfinders, received by Sheila Kuester on be- Pathfinders, is Sandra King, shown receiving half of the unit whose counsellor is Denise the Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Leatherdale Award from • Latour. Elder Wilson. Willowdale Church was filled with your fellowman, and most important Kingsway College and Willowdale eager happy young people on Sabbath of all Faith in God. Finally leaving were invested. afternoon of May 1 1 th. The occasion with them the text 1 John 5:4: — "For Following this the MV Honours was a mass investiture of Pathfinders whatsoever is born of God overcometh were presented, several young people who came from Oshawa, Hamilton, the world: and this is the victory that receiving many honours, the greatest Kingsview Village Church and Willow- overcometh the world, even our Faith." number going to Roger Blunt of Osh- dale. To open the proceedings the Elder Wilson directed the presenting awa who received a total of twenty- Pathfinders sang several choruses un- of over 350 awards to the various four. Elder Wilson then gave the der the direction of Mr. Ed Sormin. clubs. Insignia were presented to the charge and the prayer of consecration Elder J. W. Wilson offered prayer and Pathfinders in groups of ten starting was offered by Mr. Frood of Oshawa. introduced the speaker, Elder L. E. with the Sunbeams, then the Builders To conclude, the annual awards were Dasher. and Helping Hands. Bars were pre- presented to the College Park Club. Elder Dasher talked to the young sented to five Trail Friends from Col- The Dr. and Mrs. A. E. King award people about Faith. He said "the great- lege Park Church, continuing with for the Top Unit of the Year went to est thing the world needs today is for groups of Friends, Companions, Ex- the unit of Denise Latour. The Mr. and boys and girls to grow up with faith in plorers and Pioneers. Three Guides Mrs. J. L. Leatherdale award went to God." He gave them three points to from Willowdale received insignia, and Sandra King and the Athlete of the remember: Faith in yourself, Faith in finally eleven Master Guides from Year award was won by Carol Jeffery.

Master Guide Michael Bothe is shown investing one of the two hundred young people who re- ceived MV class insignia at the mass investi- Pictured above are eleven new Master Guides. Included in this group from Kingsway College is ture. Standing in the background is Mr. A. Mr. Larry Frape, director of the Willowdale Pathfinder Club. Frood, College Park Pathfinder Club director.

CAIRO — Reports of apparitions of the Virgin Mary continue at iar statues of the Virgin Mary appeared to hover over the church. the Coptic Church of St. Mary in Zaitun, a small town near Cairo, The appearance of the life-sized vision produced a mixed reaction," Egypt. Pilgrims are visiting the church by tens of thousands every he continued, "among the thousands of people there, including night and special detachments of police have been assigned to scores of foreign tourists and Moslem sheikhs. Women sobbed, some direct traffic and maintain order. Workers have begun removing people screamed with fright, and others ran aimlessly about shout- trees near the church to permit access and a view to more pilgrims. ing, 'Truly, truly, she has appeared.' " Among those who have re- An Egyptian journalist who claims he saw the apparition com- ported seeing the vision is Coptic Patriarch Kyrillos the Sixth of mented: "A glittering, sky-blue-colored figure resembling the famil- Alexandria.—Genera! Conference Bureau of Public Relations.

222 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Eastern Dorcas Federation Meeting in Kingston (MRS.) W. E. WOOD, Dorcas Leader, Kingston Church

Delegates and visitors to the Dorcas Federation for Quebec and Eastern Ontario held in Kingston, Ontario, were greeted at the door by the assis- tant Dorcas leader, Mrs. Luella Edgar and her daughter, Mrs. Velma Steven- son. The meetings were held in the new Pioneer Hall of the Kingston Church, starting at 10:00 a.m., Sunday, April 28. Mrs. Ila Wood, the local Dorcas leader, and Mrs. Millee Howard, the pastor's wife, with the help of the Kingston Church ladies, had planned and prepared a banquet dinner for An energetic group of Dorcas Welfare workers, dedicated to the task of noon and a light luncheon for four helping those in need. o'clock. realistic concern for their welfare, but wove in many present-day examples There was a display, near the en- God also honoured her in a special of this realistic care for people in need trance, of Dorcas literature and other way by raising her from the dead to of help: the personal involvement in organizational material. again carry on her work for Him in distribution of clothing and food; co- Pastor J. Martz gave the opening that infant church. Today, we are in a operation with local welfare agencies; welcome and introduced Pastor J. remnant of the same church and the thorough preparation and training; and Howard, the local minister, who con- same welfare work needs to be done the advantage of proven methods of ducted the devotional exercises. Pas- by women who care. efficiencey in times of disaster. tor Howard pointed out that not only As the meetings progressed through- A distinctive Dorcas uniform would did Dorcas' neighbours appreciate her out the day, Pastor Martz skilfully also be an asset.

Health and Welfare Work real to the workers here in our Confer- be prepared for any emergency or dis- Progressing in Ontario-Quebec ence. aster that might come within our Con- It was encouraging to see the enthu- The watchword for all our Health ference during the coming crucial days siasm displayed by the Health and and Welfare societies is, "Be alert and ahead of us." Welfare workers at the recent Federa- tion meetings held in the Ontario- Kitchener Church Ordination Quebec Conference. Plans were form- ulated during the meetings to upgrade our programme in order to reach more people in need. There was a feeling that much can be done in order to be ready for any emergency that might arise in the days ahead. Since the re- cent floods in and around Chatham and Dresden, we have been made to realize that disasters can come to this part of the country and, too, we were made to Members of the Kitchener English Church is a relatively young church, realize that we were completely unpre- Church witnessed an impressive ordi- and their great responsibility to their pared to meet this emergency. nation on Sabbath, April 6, performed community, these men have dedicated We believe that there is a new day by Elder S. E. White, secretary-trea- their time and talents to the Lord's dawning for our Health and Welfare surer of the Ontario-Quebec Confer- service. They have responded to the work in the Conference. Our people ence. G. Mehner, A. Bonderchuk (ab- call to serve the church as elders and have pledged themselves to do greater sent in photo), E. Weidner and A. deacons and pledged themselves to exploits for God, and I am convinced Intering were ordained as deacons, and unite their efforts in leading the church the text, "Inasmuch as ye have done it R. Boes, D. Corbett and M. Westrate in a strong evangelistic programme unto one of the least of these my breth- as elders. for this area. ren, ye have done it unto me,' is more Recognizing that the Kitchener (MRS.) DELORES WESTRATE VoL. 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 223 Peace River Youth Rally The Peace River District held their annual MV Rally on the weekend of April 6. Guest speaker was A. N. White, youth leader for Alberta. Also present were Pastor Herb Larsen of and Harry Anderson of Sedge- wick. Present in a unique sense, inas- much as they sent personal greetings, were the following from the General Conference: Theodore Lucas, World Youth Leader; Voice of Prophecy Fairview Pathfinders led the Youth March. Charlotte Openshaw, director. staff; N. R. Dower; Andrew Fearing; dedication. Marching were the Fair- Daniel (Edwin Schulz), Martin Luther D. A. Delafield; and Melvin Adams view Pathfinders, grade nine grad- (Gary Mueller), J. N. Andrews (Nel- who included the brass band in his uates, church school children, and son Mathers). greeting. With the exception of Elder others. Another colourful part of the The weekend was filled with vocal Lucas, these had all visited the Peace programme was the Pageant of Wit- and instrumental music—solos, duets, River Country previously at Camp nesses. The costumed participants trios, two quartets, two choirs, and a Meetings. Greetings were also read posed for a picture. Left to right are: brass band. The Fairview choir led in from Elders J. W. Bothe, M. E. Erick- (Levi Bader), Luther the morning worship service and the son, and A. W. Kaytor. Warren (Harry Anderson), Queen Peoria choir, at the evening vesper Two interesting features in the af- Esther (Renate Krause), Apostle Paul service, sang six of Mrs. Anderson's ternoon were very inspiring. A Youth (Wm. Openshaw), Ellen G. White own composition. The band presented March with banners gave the young (Mrs. Openshaw), Bob Lehmann, a secular programme on Saturday people opportunity to express their moderator, Moses (Ben Boetcher), night.

"The Brass Four" played "There's Power in the Blood" for Sabbath Participants in the afternoon pageant. School. Barbara and Rodney Anderson, Jerry Littman, Rollie Reiswig.

Five Hundred Attend Sabbath School Workshops "How many attending this Sabbath many week-long workshops on all Elder Preston commenced the work- School Workshop are willing to stay phases of Sabbath School work. shop by giving everyone a quiz sheet here till midnight?" In posing this Elder and Mrs. Preston finished to fill out pertaining to Sabbath School question, Elder Ben Preston, formerly their working tour of the Canadian functions and duties of officers. In the Sabbath School Director of the North Union in Alberta. A number of the five to six minutes given to filling out Pacific Union, now retired, wanted all most interesting Sabbath School Work- the quiz sheet, more concentrated in attendance to realize that only the shops were conducted in all the dis- thinking on Sabbath School work was main points regarding Sabbath School tricts with approximately 500 of our done by everyone than perhaps ever work could be covered in such a short Sabbath School leaders and members before in their experience. time. Elder Preston has conducted attending. The needs of the Branch Sabbath 224 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Sabbath School leaders and members of the Church answering the Sabbath School quiz sheet. School, Vacation Bible School, and sions. A large number of felts and vis- gramme was emphasized and the def- Story Hour were pointed out and those ual aid material were on display. inite need of having smaller Sabbath interested in helping in one of these "Sabbath School members have a School classes. The closing remarks endeavours were asked to fill out a form showing their preference. At this responsibility in the church, in the were on the need for Sabbath Schools juncture, Mrs. Preston conducted a community, and in mission lands," to have mission offering goals as a separate programme with those pri- pointed out Elder Preston. The impor- whole and as individual Sabbath marily interested in the lower divi- tance of the teachers' five-point pro- School classes.

. Peoria — Stettler Investment . . The Primary children of the Peoria Church are saving and earning coins to place on their interesting goal de- vice. Their goal is to raise $80.00 this year and already they are at the half- way mark. They are receiving excellent leadership from the leaders in this division. The Juniors of the Stettler Church are fortunate to have such a unique and interesting device for their Invest- ment programme. Their goal device Peoria Primary group with coin Investment device. The leaders are Mrs. Duffy, Mrs. Sharon depicts a jungle scene from Africa. As Brucks, and Mrs. Lacey Dick. Investment money is brought in for missions, the jungle is cleared and a mission station school and homes are put up. A picture on the wall shows what the ultimate goal is in this mis- sion station. Young and old on with interest as Investment funds come in and new houses are added to the mission sta- tion. This outstanding device was con- structed by Bill Wigley, head elder and Junior Division leader of the Stettler Church.

However we play our roles in life, The rules are all one-sided; The joys we share are multiplied, The cares we share, divided. — H. Speigle Investment mission station device constructed by Bill Wigley of Stettler.

VoL. 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 225 You can no more measure a home BERRYMAN—Mrs. Hamilton (Jessie) Berryman STEVENS—Arthur J. Stevens was born at Ot- was born ninety-four years ago and passed to tumwa, Iowa on December 4, 1877 and passed by inches, or weigh it by ounces, than her rest at her home in Hillsboro, New Bruns- away at the Brooks General Hospital on April wick, on May 5. Sister Berryman was a faithful 8, 1968 at the age of ninety years. At the age of you can set up the boundaries of a member of the church since 1907 when she twenty-one he was married to Edna McComb. accepted the message under the ministry of the After a long and happy life together. Mrs. summer breeze, or calculate the fra- late David Corkham, a Maritime pioneer worker. Stevens predeceased him in 1953. grance of a rose. Home is the love Three of her children, Harry, Charles and Clara The Stevens family moved to Cassils in 1929 live in Alberta County and her daughter, Mrs. where they attended meetings conducted by which is in it. Florence Guessman is in New York. Sister Elder Johnson and took their stand for the Berryman's sister, Verna, who predeceased her Three Angels' Messages. Brother and Sister — Edward Whiting in 1960, was the wife of the late Elder Charles Stevens and their son, Kenneth, joined the Joyce. Sister Berryman's faith and courage in church at Cassils at that time and have re- the Lord were an inspiration and blessing to mained faithful members of the church since. others. She awaits the call of the Lifegiver in Brother Stevens leaves to mourn their loss the beautiful elm-tree cemetery at Hopewell one son, Kenneth of Brooks, Alberta, and two Hill. daughters, Mrs. Margurite Roberts of Brooks and DESMOND E. TINKLER Mrs. Lois Smidstrup of Fort Morgan, Colorado. Weddings Ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren also mourn his passing as do many other rela- tives and friends. ROESKE - KYTE KNOLL—Adelia Elizabeth Knoll (nee DeMott) was born in Collingwood, Ontario, December 14, Funeral services were held on April 12 at February 14, 1968, Heather Gaye Kyte and Kurt 1876 and passed to her rest in the Valley Hos- the Smith Funeral Chapel and interment was Leo Roeske were united in marriage. The bride who pital, Van Nuys, California on April 27, 1968 at made in the Brooks Cemetery where Brother was given away by her father was attended by her the age of 91 years. Stevens rests at the side of his beloved wife. sister and the groom by his brother. The simple but In 1892 Mrs. Knoll's parents moved from On- The writer was assisted in conducting the lovely ceremony was held in the home of the bride's tario to Kansas. Here she completed her edu- service by Elder Ben Kuhn of Medicine Hat. parents. Following the ceremony the happy couple cation and taught school until her marriage HUGH J. CAMPBELL left for a trip to the coast. A reception for the in 1897 to Daniel L. Knoll. This home was friends of the families was held in Tinglings Ban- blessed with two daughters and two sons. SEMOTIUK—Mrs. Anne Semotiuk was born in quet Room. After moving to Newkirk, Oklahoma. Mrs. Derwent, Alberta on December 27, 1931. She Brother and Sister Roeske will make their home Knoll learned of the Sabbath truth and joined passed away on May 3, 1968 at the age of in Rupert, British Columbia. We wish them the Seventh-day Adventist Church. In 1911 the thirty-six years. In 1949 she was united in mar- God's special blessing as they establish a Christian family moved to Morrin, Alberta. All four chil- riage to Metro Semotiuk and to this union home in an area in which as yet we have no church. dren attended Canadian . Two were born three children, one of whom passed W. W. ROGERS taught there and were heads of departments. away just a few days after birth. Following the death of her husband in 1958 Mrs. Semotiuk, together with her husband, at Calgary, where they then resided, she made Metro, accepted the Advent message in 1957. JURIANSZ - O'HALLORAN her home with her youngest daughter, Mrs. She continued to be an active member of the Lance Judkins. of Northridge. California. A beautiful wedding was held on March 24 at Vegreville Seventh-day Adventist Church. She leaves to mourn their loss: two daughters. Left to mourn are: her husband, Metro of 1:00 p.m. in the Kingsview Seventh-day Adventist Mrs. Dorothy E. Judkins, Northridge, and Mrs. Church, Toronto, when Dr. Allan Juriansz and Lavoy, Alberta; one son, Ernest, and one Evelyn L. Henriksen, Angwin: two sons, Dr. daughter Kathleen, both at home; her parents, Miss Ruth O'Halloran exchanged their marriage Marvin D. Knoll. Van Nuys, and Dr. Raymond vows. Ruth, who comes from Australia, and who Mr. and Mrs. John Kolbylka of Edmonton; four L. Knoll, Pollock Pines, all of California: a has been a missionary nurse both in India and brothers, Peter and Stanley of Edmonton, Mike Vietnam, was dressed in a lovely gown of white sister, Mrs. Elza Long of Delia, Alberta; four of Vermilion, Alberta. and Paul of Derwent, lace, and carried a beautiful bouquet of pure white grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, many Alberta; and three sisters, Mrs. (Jennie) Walter lilies. Her bridesmaids, Miss Judy Price of Aus- other relatives, and a host of friends. Rybak. Mrs. (Mary) Peter Holowaychuk, and tralia, Mrs. Mary Otter and Mrs. C. Steinwall, who The funeral service was held at the Praise- water Funeral Chapel in Van Nuys. April 27, Mrs. (Olga) Paul Knibbs, all of Edmonton. were dressed in white silk and carried blue hya- Funeral services were held in the Par Memor- cinths, joined her to make a very happy and lovely 1968, Elder L. Whitsitt officiating. The re- mains were then taken by air to the Foster ial Funeral Chapel in Vegreville, Alberta on picture. Dr. Allan Juriansz had as his best man May 8, 1968 with the interment being made Mr. Barry Taylor of Australia, and his nephews, Garden Chapel, Calgary, Alberta. The writer, assisted by Pastor Lon Cummings and Brother at the Riverside Cemetery in Vegreville. Dr. Russell and Brian, to support him. Ivan Hawryskevich assisted the writer in speak- The wedding service was conducted by Pastor Earl Coupland, had charge of the last rites conducted at the graveside. Mrs. Knoll was laid ing words of comfort. D. J. Handysides, who, after the ceremony, talked Pastor of the blessings of the Christian home. Two very to rest beside her beloved husband in Queen's DONALD L. MELASHENKO, beautiful solos enhanced the ceremony: "Take My Park Cemetery. Here she awaits the glorious Life," sung by the niece of the groom while the resurrection morning so soon to come. WATSON—George Elmo Watson was born in couple knelt in prayer, and "0 Promise Me," sung A. W. KAYTOR Ontario, June 30, 1897 and after an illness of by Edwin Sormen while the register was being several months passed to his rest on May 1, 1968. signed. Brother Watson spent many fruitful years in The reception which was held at the Old Mill, RUSK—Donald Merle Rusk was born, June 7. the service of the Master. Twenty-six years he Toronto, was attended by a host of friends and 1949 at Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and passed served as a full-time literature evangelist and relatives from both far and near. Telegrams came away in a car accident at Lacombe, Alberta on several years in part-time service. from many parts of the world. The Master of the morning of April 7, 1968 at the age of He leaves to mourn, a son, James, of Victoria, Ceremonies was Dr. Allan Handysides, a colleague B.C.; a sister Mrs. Douglas (Reta) McKendry of of the groom. eighteen years and ten months. In 1963 Don moved with the family to Cooksville, Ont.; and two brothers, Cecil of Friends joined in wishing Dr. and Mrs. Allan California and Howard of Owen Sound, On- Juriansz the richest blessings of heaven as they Canadian Union College where his father en- rolled in the theology course of study. His tario. The Funeral service was conducted by united their lives, and many a prayer will follow Pastors Ted Andrews and W. E. Bergey. He was them as they join the ranks in training for the mother at that time joined the teaching staff Master's service, and set up their Christian home. of the high school and college. It was here that laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery where Allan continues his work toward a specialty in the Don and his brother, Ron, attended school for he waits the joyous resurrection day. field of medicine while Ruth will continue her work several years, completing their high school at W. E. BERGEY as a nurse at the Branson Hospital. a very early age with senior matriculation LILLIAN STERRETT, PR Secretary standing. RATCLIFFE—Emma House Ratcliffe was born Kingsview Village Church Don started his studies in college but decided at Sapperton, British Columbia. in 1888 and to discontinue his formal education for a while. passed to her rest at Duncan, B.C., April 25, It was his stated intention to continue that 1968. education this coming school year. Emma was united in marriage to Albert Rat- OBITUARIES Besides his grief-stricken parents, he leaves cliffe in 1908. To this union were born ten to mourn his passing his older brother, Ronald, children. and wife, Cheryle, who live in Saskatoon, In 1916 Mrs. Ratcliffe became a member of the Saskatchewan. He also leaves his younger Seventh-day Adventist church and for more GUTTORMSON—Martha Hellene Hagen was sister, Darlene, who resides at home at College than half a century she faithfully witnessed for born April 26, 1906 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Heights. His grandparents. Mrs. and Mrs. the truth she so dearly loved. On July 17, 1924 she was united in marriage Berggren of Shellbrook, Saskatchewan and Sister Ratcliffe was predeceased by her with Edwin Ingvald Guttormson settling in the Mrs. Adeline Rusk of Prince Albert, Saskatch- husband in 1962. She was also bereaved of two Naicam district; to this union were born four- ewan, are also among close relatives who children in early years, Lawrence, 13 and Sam- teen children. deeply feel the loss, as do aunts and uncles uel in infancy. Mrs. Martha Guttormson passed quietly to and cousins from many parts of North America. The surviving children are: Leslie. Albert. rest on April 27, 1968. in Prince George. B.C., at Many friends among the faculty and student Robert, Wendel. John. Marjorie (Mrs. E. the age of 62. She leaves to mourn, her husband, body of Canadian Union College as well as Postles), Elise (Mrs. Mills) and Ethel (Mrs. J. Edwin of Naicam, six sons: Alan, John and friends from the Town of Lacombe also deeply Bellavance). All reside on Vancouver Island Gordon of Naicam, Einar and Engvald of mourn the loss of a friend so instantaneously with the exception of Mrs. Mills of Langley, Prince George, B.C.. Stanley of London, On- cut down in the prime of life. B.C. tario; eight daughters: Elsie Sieben, Ruby Funeral services were held at Lacombe Church Mrs. Ratcliffe is also survived by thirty grand- Antipovich and Olive Unger of Prince George, on April 9 when Elder E. L. Minchin, Secretary children and 17 great-grandchildren; one sister, B.C.; Mary Fortney of Winnipegosis, Man.; of the General Conference of Seventh-day Mrs. Bray; and two brothers, William and Irene Clark of Cargill, Ontario; Beulah O'Shea Adventists, spoke words of comfort and assur- Nathaniel House. of London, Ontario; and twenty-five grand- ance for the comfort of the mourning loved Funeral services were conducted by Pastor children. ones and many friends who were gathered to John Mustard who gave words of comfort and Interment was in the Naicam Lutheran Cem- pay last respects. hope to a large congregation of sorrowing rela- etery, where our sister awaits the call of the Interment was made in the Fairview Cemetery tives and friends. Lifegiver. Pastor A. W. Robertson officiated, at Lacombe where Don waits the call of the Interment was made in Mountain View assisted by the writer. Lifegiver. Cemetery. There to await the call of the Life- PASTOR D. GODSOE HUGH J. CAMPBELL giver. 226 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER MILLER—Mrs. Gladys Miller, born in Liverpool, FOR SALE—Near to Adventist school. New, England, November 1. 1898 passed away sudden- large family home for sale. One bedroom. Self- ly in Niagara Falls on May 4, 1968. Mrs. Miller contained suite in basement. $24,500 cash, or married her husband Roy Miller in Morralwood, $7,500 cash to N.H.A. Mortgage. Write: Pastor Ontario. The fourth of May would have marked K. Lacey, R.R. 5, , B.C., Telephone their 50th Wedding Anniversary. 765-6035. 28-12 Mrs. Miller leaves to mourn their loss: her husband, her son Freeman of Kernptville, On- MEMORY FAILING! You can develop an tario and her daughter Verna of Ottawa. Her outstanding memory through Scientific Memory son Lyle of Barrie predeceased her. She leaves Training. Age no barrier. Excellent for students. also five grandchildren. Money back guarantee. Only $20. Also, new The funeral service in Niagara Falls on May Instant Speed Reading Course, special price $10. 5 was conducted by the writer. The second information. Magic Memory Course, Box funeral and interment service was conducted 1011, Helena, Montana 59601. May 7 by Pastor Alex Ramsay at Finch, Ontario. Mrs. Miller was an exemplary homemaker. INSTALLATION—Are you planning a new She also gave of herself in church leadership home, church or replacing your old heating and personal helpfulness. She was a faithful unit? For specialists in planning and designing steward of gracious spirit and broad sympathy. Forced Air Heating or Air Conditioning sys- Mrs. Miller rests from her labours awaiting tems anywhere in Canada or United States or the call of the Lifegiver. installation of gas, oil or electric furnaces within EDWARD SKORETZ reasonable distance, contact: Barker Heating Consultants, 1825 Mewburn Road, Niagara Falls. Ontario. Telephone Niagara Falls 356-5868 McKENDRY—Mr. Francis McKendry, born in 30-12 Ireland September 17, 1877 passed to his rest at Stoney Creek, Ontario, April 14, 1968. He and his surviving wife, the former Mary Williamson were married in Glasgow, Scotland sixty years ago. They were blessed with five Please send "Messenger" material to your children, Emily Ventura of Pittsburgh, James conference editor who in turn will for- McKendry of Winnipeg, Doris Haughland of Stoney Creek, Frank McKendry of Lundar, ward it to CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER. Manitoba and Gladys Radcliffe of Takoma Park, Washington, D.C. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral service was conducted by the writer; Conference Editors the interment took place at Winona Cemetery, Ontario. The latter years of our departed loved one, BRITISH COLUMBIA — L. R. Krenzler Brother McKendry, were not so much to be pitied as envied. For it was during that time ALBERTA — H. 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'Tis settled, Lord, I rest in Thee; My broken will says only Yes. MARITIMES — D. E. Tinkler Now, now indeed, my life is free; NEWFOUNDLAND — R. A. Matthews Henceforth Thy will it shall express. ST. LAWRENCE — R. M. Devins The new soft-cover* edi- ADVERTISEMENTS tion of the CONFLICT OF Rates: Per issue, 40 words or less, $3.00; each Conference Directory additional word, eight cents. Display Advertising, THE AGES series by Ellen $4.00 per inch. No advertising will be accepted CANADIAN UNION CONFERENCE — J. W. Botha, unless cash accompanies copy. Send all advertise- G. White. Now every President; C. Klam, Secretary-Treasurer; 1148 K;ng ments to your conference office for approval. Street East, Oshawa, Ontario. "No responsibility can be accepted for any mis- member of your family representation or dissatisfaction arising from any ALBERTA CONFERENCE — A. W. Kaytor, President; advertisement." can have his personal H. C. T. Johnson, Secretary-Treasurer; 201-16 Ave. set to study and mark N.E., Calgary, Alberta. as he pleases. All five BRITISH COLUMBIA CONFERENCE — A. N. How, PARENTS!! Do you wish your child to receive President; E. F. White, Secretary-Treasurer; Box 10, a Christian education? Stettler offers employ- unabridged volumes Mission City, B.C. ment opportunities and a fine church school with low tuition rates. Write Mrs. Arthur Young, cost only Box 1747, Stettler, Alberta. 31-12,14 MANITOBA-SASKATCHEWAN CONFERENCE — W. G. Soloniuk, President; W. J. Nepjuk, Secretary-Treas- urer; 1004 Victoria Ave., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. WANTED—Due to death in family would like $13.95. - woman to share home with another Adventist MARITIME CONFERENCE — D. E. Tinkler, President; woman near Branson Hospital, stores, etc. Miss David Gay, Secretary-Treasurer; 451 St. George Mildred Bossard, 355 Drewry Avenue, Willow- Moncton, N.B. dale, Ontario, Phone: BA 1-5249. 32-12 The ST. LAWRENCE — R. M. Devins, President, 7250 Rua PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT — Elderly gentle- CONFLICT set Valdombre, Saint Leonard, Quebec. C. Klam, Tr:a- man wishes to make the acquaintance of one or surer; 1148 King St. E., Oshawa, Ontario. more Adventist families, with or without means, changes who would be willing to help develop property, NEWFOUNDLAND — R. A. Matthews, President, 106 five miles south of city of Owen Sound, Ontario, Freshwater Rd.; St. John's, Newfoundland. into suitable dwelling places for needy Adven- the hearts tist families. Mr. Henry Ellis, Box 34, Owen Sound, Ontario. 22-12 ONTARIO-QUEBEC CONFERENCE — Philip Moores, President; S. E. White, Secretary-Treasurer; 1110 of the people. King St. E., Oshawa, Ontario. FOR SALE—Ten acres, good home, fruit trees. Possibilities for church school. Will subdivide. Reasonable. 0. Nolde, Wynndel, B.C. 25-11,12 Available today at your Book and Bible House. Please add WANTED—Two men for permanent position in 50 cents per set for postage MESSENGER DATES an Expanding Industrial Sales and Machine Shop, between ages 25 and 45. Man wanted with and handling. Also, sales tax Deadline Deadline Date of Business Administrative ability to take share of for Copy for Copy Issue increasing responsibility in Sales Management, where applicable. with pictures with no pictures Ordering. Pricing, Quoting, Stock Control—most desirable. Second man must be efficient in [1Ij operating a Lathe and Welding both electric *Deluxe four-color paper covers. June 3 June 12 and gas. Shop foreman ability desirable. For QQ May 31 further information write, 0. Domke & Sons June 17 June 26 Ltd. Revelstoke, B.C. stating qualification and June 14 experience. 26-11,12

Vol_ 37, No. 12, MAY 29, 1968 227 Southern Alberta Lyceum Series

Lawyer Deloy Sallenback lecturing on alcohol, The tools which are used to produce psychedelic Pastor Lon Cummings interviewing Lionel LSD, and other drugs and their effect on crime lights, forms, and expressions on walls and Brideson, Vice President of the Crescent Heights in the City of Calgary. ceilings during LSD parties. High School Student Council, on the LSD and the Psychedelic.

"Who Will Rule Space?" "Straight the fellowship hall was filled, espe- of these drugs in Calgary. Vice Presi- Talk On Sex." "Flying Saucers." cially on the evenings the subjects of dent Lionel Brideson of the Crescent "What About 'the Supernatural'!" Flying Saucers and the Strange World Heights High School Student Council "The Strange New World of the Psy- of the Psychedelic were presented. put on a demonstration of what psy- chedelic." With these topics, Pastor On May 11 a full capacity crowd of chedelic music and lights were like and Lon Cummings conducted five lyceum how they, alone, had a terrific impact programmes to make the transition approximately six hundred were pres- on the mind. from the Radiant Health series, which ent to hear about the dangers of LSD he and Dr. Hervey Gimbel conducted, and other drugs. Mr. Deloy Sallen- The programme was concluded with to a doctrinal evangelistic programme. back, a Calgary lawyer, gave impor- the new temperance film on LSD, "In- Every evening of the lyceum series tant facts regarding the use and effects sight or Insanity." Canadian Union College Alumni Homecoming One hundred and seven alumni Pastor Allan Robertson '60 of Saska- The Alumni Association is still short signed the guest book Sabbath morn- toon spoke at the 11 o'clock hour. of funds to complete its project. To ing, April 6, of Alumni Homecoming In spite of the fact that the Amateur date there are 59 Diamond Club mem- weekend. The earliest class repre- Hour was over at midnight, about 75 bers who have each given $60.00, a sented was 1915 with Mrs. Chester persons enjoyed the alumni pancake dollar per year for 1907 to 1967, for Rick and Mr. McCready, both of La- breakfast Sunday morning at the the alumni project. These names were combe. Frederick McIntyre '67 of Alumni Cabin near Lake Barnett. displayed on a temporary chart above Loma Linda, California was the most Dr. Larry Shipowick, president of the fireplace. distant visitor. the Association, presided over the Those desiring to use the cabin for Glen Brown '53 was in charge of short business meeting that followed a function may contact Mrs. John the Sabbath School programme and the breakfast. Klam of College Heights.

The charter members of the Alumni Association Elder W. G. McCready Four of the newest members of the Association, Ruben Uniat, Lonnie and Mrs. Chester Rick. Mabley, Elizabeth Synowic and Shirley Knopp, high school seniors of 1968.

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