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ViCtO e 38 Tomorrow's Technology--- Eternal Values by Sheila Elwin (With comments from teachers in italics)

emember when eight-track to review his science vocabulary. cassettes were the norm? Conventional tools for instruction, A hand-held calculator such as textbooks, overhead pro- seemed rather remarkable? jectors, recorders, films, and black- R boards, are fast becoming obsolete— And the possibilities of cooking with microwaves was new and unusual? replaced with LCD panels, live TV, Today, technology does not grow and the Internet. merely in leaps and bounds, but Nearly 1,000 educators from explodes in megahertz, gigabytes, around the Southern Union gath- and hyperdrive. From one minute ered in August to discuss these trends to the next, products and knowl- and to ponder an even larger di- edge become obsolete, and ongo- lemma: how to effectively introduce ing study is required to simply type their students to the fast pace of "Dr. Morgan's physical education session was a letter, turn on a stereo, or cook technology, while maintaining a firm hold on the eternal values which wonderful, - commented one teacher follow- an omelette. ing the convention. Changes in the workplace have are integral to Adventist education. As a result, teachers moved from been swift and obvious. No longer and come together more frequently.) do you master one skill and then classes in multimedia presentation Elementary teachers spent four proceed to exercise it for 40 years. and computer technology to those days enriching their presentation Computer phobics are learning to offering ideas on community ser- skills, studying future trends, learn- send and receive e-mail, and the vice, guidance, and spiritual growth. ing about new textbooks and meth- best qualification for a new job is (It was wonderful to be in such a ods, and exchanging ideas. They often the ability to absorb informa- rich, learning, sharing environment.) learned about the latest textbooks tion and adapt. A major event which is held only in math and social studies, how to Classroom learning, too, must keep once every five years, the Southern more effectively teach beginning pace. Learning to read, write, and Union K-12 Teachers' Convention reading, and how to make Bible class do calculus are not enough any- brings together elementary and sec- the most popular class of the day. more. Students are becoming com- ondary teachers from more than 220 Conflict resolution and teacher fortable with computers while their schools across eight conferences. burnout were addressed, as were parents are still trying to program Ultimately, what these educators gain monthly budgeting, student moti- the VCR. Where one class in com- will benefit nearly 12,000 youth. vation, and critical thinking tech- puter literacy during high school used The convention for this quinquen- to suffice, it is now nearly a given nium, carrying the theme "Bridging niques. The wide variety of work- shops offered teachers a way to grow that the fifth grader will use a PC the Gap . . . Linking Technology with Eternal Values," was held August 4 in nearly any area they might wish. to 7 at Grenelefe Resort in Haines (/ was able to gain at least one City, Florida. (I really enjoyed the helpful method at each breakout theme and emphasis of this con- session. I was thrilled by Monday's vention. I loved the unity: we need meetings; that one day was worth to cross our conference boundaries the whole trip.) Besides delving into the subject area which they teach, the second- Geraldine Miller, a teacher, assisted other ary teachers pursued several topics teachers in improving and expanding their related directly to dealing with high computer abilities. school students. They were able to develop their counseling skills and learn the latest innovations in guid- ance. The role of professional eth- ics in working with administrators, peers, and parents was studied. Ad- ministrators were able to glean ideas on generating funds, discipline tech- niques, standardized dress, and creative scheduling. (I enjoyed myself and feel better prepared to teach Every morning the group gathered for devo- than ever before.) tion and prayer.

2 ■ Southern Tidings October, 1996 Elementary associate director Norwida Marshall, EdD, conference organizer; and director Jim Epperson, EdD, joined recipients of two new teaching awards. Educators stretched their computer skills, learning new methods to apply in the class- room. Both groups were treated to a new (I appreciated Dr. Osborn's mes- concept which the Southern Union sage; it brought us back to our real and have never felt so happy about is contemplating. Distance learning, reason for being—glory to God.) a convention!) while already embraced by some Joseph McCoy, president of the As in the classroom, hard work is public school districts, has not been South Central Conference, presented interspersed by time for play, and established in the Seventh-day a series of devotional thoughts. His the Teachers' Convention was no Adventist education system. The daily message energized and chal- exception. After withstanding long possibility of integrating this tech- lenged the group to take on the lines for room assignments, the nology into the classrooms is now rest of the day with a positive hectic flurry of registration, and the being addressed in the Southern outlook. (I really enjoyed Elder saturation of ideas from workshops Union, and the potential is exciting. McCoy's devotional presentations!) and speakers, the group was treated A pilot program is being formed One of the most sought after to an afternoon to explore Florida's which would allow schools to share speakers in education, Harry Wong, many attractions. (The free time was the knowledge of master teachers EdD, spoke for the General Ses- very refreshing and appreciated.) via satellite. sion. His ideas on effective teach- Teachers responded after the One example would be the teach- ing were eagerly devoured by those convention with evaluative sugges- ing of language. The importance of present. Practical advice on parent tions. Topics and presenters they being bilingual becomes more evi- contact, classroom management, particularly appreciated were noted, dent every day. Several Adventist positive expectations for student and constructive advice was offered schools have qualified teachers who success, and teaching skills were for the next convention. A theme are giving instruction in Spanish, carried from the meeting. (The ses- which seemed to appear consistently French, German, and other lan- sion by Harry Wong was tremendous!) was the appreciation for the spirit- guages. However, when you look at Concluding the convention was ual approach. It was clear that teach- the numerous small and one-teacher Jack Sequeira, senior pastor of the ers in the Southern Union are striv- schools across the Union, it becomes Capital Memorial Church in Wash- ing to bring Christ to their students nearly impossible to staff each one ington, DC. Sequeira impressed upon in a meaningful way. (I thank you for with a bilingual teacher. The mar- everyone the meaning of true faith the privilege of being able to attend vel of satellite technology and dis- and grace, and brought home just this most blessed convention.) tance learning would enable each what Christ sacrificed for each Obtaining skills and utilizing tech- student to learn from a master person. His message culminated the nology is only one part of the chal- teacher. convention on a high note. (Thank lenge to Christian educators. As The basic premise would involve you for the spiritual thoughts—es- teachers learn to link tomorrow's an experienced language teacher pecially Jack Sequeira.) technology with eternal values, our presenting a lesson—via satellite, During the course of the week, students will be prepared not only computer, and TV—to several several outstanding teachers were to master the technology of the 21st schools across the Union at the same honored. The Innovative Teacher Century but gain eternal principles time. Live interaction between the Award made its debut, and was that will last forever. master teacher and the students presented to six teachers for devel- (It was the best ever. Thank you would even be possible. The pres- oping creative, innovative techniques so much.) ence of their own classroom teacher for the classroom: Loren Herbert, as mentor and facilitator would offset Salisbury Adventist School, Caro- Sheila Elwin is secretary to the di- the impersonal quality of a screened lina Conference; Gordon Davis and rector of the education department presentation, and the teacher would Stephen Roche, Walker Memorial Jr. at Southern Union. learn with the students. (Great ideas Academy, Florida Conference; Eldon Cover: Education is a lifelong process of and possibilities!) Roberts, Dunlap School, Georgia- learning, with guidance from parents and This is only a small part of what Cumberland Conference; Delma teachers. Angela Sharpe, a teacher at the teachers were exposed to at the Lithonia, Georgia school, has made a tre- Harvey, Oakwood Elementary School, mendous impact on her students such as convention. Other possibilities, such South Central Conference; and Andre Blair and Bettina Perry. as instantly downloaded teaching Robert Henley, Miami Union Acad- aids and taking their students on emy, Southeastern Conference. Distance learning via satellite will be addressed "live" field trips to foreign coun- Another first-time award, the Small in the future of Adventist education. tries, were also explored with an- School Award, was presented to the ticipation. (Due to a busy summer, Graysville School and its teacher, I wasn't looking forward to the Karen Blaser, for an exemplary convention. Thankfully, it was very overall program. worthwhile.) Three administrators who retired Enriching the convention were since the last convention were also several special session speakers. recognized: Jessie Bradley, princi- Richard Osborn, PhD, director of pal of Oakwood Academy, South education for the North American Central Conference; Marilyn Scholes, Division, opened the session, and associate director for education, his personalized message set the Florida Conference; and Jack Stiles, tone for the rest of the week, re- principal of Madison Academy, minding the group of the true spiri- Kentucky-Tennessee Conference. tual reason for Adventist education. (I've been around for a long time

October, 1996 Going Beyond! by Kelly Bock "Blueprint for the 21st Century" campaign to raise $2.5 million to upgrade and enhance the learning 12 education in the Geor- environment of the conference gia-Cumberland Confer- boarding academy. The Greater ence is going beyond this Collegedale School System, which year. That's our theme, but includes Spalding Elementary and K Collegedale Academy, has initiated what is going beyond all about? "Higher than the highest human the "Quest For Your Future" cam- thought can reach is God's ideal paign to raise $2 million for the for His children. needs there. Retired minister Godliness—godlikeness—is the Horace Beckner, said "I'm on a goal to be reached." (White, 1903) limited budget now, but I give what Going beyond is a challenge. I can to help the academy be the It's a challenge to every student to kind of facility that students want consider a Seventh-day Adventist to attend." Recently, the Georgia- education—to work out a way to Cumberland Academy was named be in an Adventist school. It's a as a beneficiary in an estate. Now challenge to every parent to be- $56,213 has been added to the come an active participant in the worthy student fund. Going be- Christian education of his children. yond means making a commitment It's a challenge to every grandpar- to support Christian education now Teacher Erinn Leui works with student Natalie ent to provide extra financial or and through estate assets. If this Gamba on lesson assignment. Leui teaches emotional support to the educa- idea triggers your interest, please grades two to four at the Chattanooga, Ten- tion of their families. It's a chal- call the trust services department. nessee, school. lenge to every church member to See how you can help support get involved. Christian education through your How can church members be estate. active in Christian education? Some Going beyond is a challenge to say, "Our kids are out of school." every teacher to provide a student- Others claim, "We don't have centered classroom. Our teachers children." What a perfect opportu- are trying new ideas. They're reach- nity to make a difference in the ing beyond what they have done life of someone's child. Look in before. Eldon Roberts, from Dun- your church for a child who needs lap, Tennessee, was recently hon- a lift. Maybe there's a need for ored with the Southern Union's tuition aid. Perhaps it's just spon- Innovative Teacher of the Year soring a field trip or tutoring a Award. This award is given for student in the evening. Maybe the teaching strategy or management teacher needs a break during story in the classroom that is innovative time. Possibly the school needs and creative. Roberts saw a need landscaping or a face lift of paint. to develop a format for writing that Seventh-day Adventist Christian was not artificial. Through artistic education, to be successful, is a illustrations he increased the stu- whole-church project. Regina Ster- dents' awareness of the elements ling of Calhoun, Georgia, volun- of a story. Each year Robert's stu- teers three days each week at Coble dents write two books. Their as- Elementary. Since 1993 when she signment includes writing and il- had to take an early retirement, lustrating the story. "I wish I were she has organized the library. Two an author," said Roberts. "I enjoy days she works with the students writing, so I have my students write." and on the third prepares the weekly Roberts teaches grades five to eight. newsletter. "Volunteering helps the When school begins his former students and gives me something students are eager to begin their to do," says Sterling. "I enjoy work- first 24-page book. When the books ing with the children, and besides, are completed, they are bound and they can't fire me." placed in the library. Seven stu- Conference President Gordon dents have written books that will Students in grades two to four at the Chat- tanooga, Tennessee, school have been study- Bietz states, "We should all feel a be submitted to a national contest ing about the rain forest. Student Megan responsibility for the young people by Landmark Editions, Inc. Johnston is shown coming out of the forest. of our conference." You may not Karen Glaser from Graysville, be able to volunteer time at a Tennessee, was recognized for her school, but everyone can make a ability to manage a one-teacher contribution to promote Christian school. The Small School Award, education. The Georgia-Cumberland along with a check for $2,000, Academy recently launched the was presented to Glaser at the

Volume 90 SOUTHERN TIDINGS (USPS 507-000) Number 10 Published monthly by the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Second- class postage paid at Decatur, Ga., and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: 4 ■ Southern Tidings send changes of address to SOUTHERN TIDINGS, P.O. BOX 849, Decatur, GA 30031. October, 1996 Southern Union Teachers' Meeting. every Seventh-day Adventist child The award is for the overall excel- is confronted with Christ. A rela- lence of the school program as tionship that will lead them and us well as for her devotion to quality to the ultimate Going Beyond! Adventist education in meeting the individual needs of each student. "We have very supportive parents, school board, and church constitu- ency," said Blaser. "Our goal is to prepare students for eternity while achieving high academics." The overarching goal for us this year is the idea of really going beyond. Wouldn't it be wonderful if this were the year that we were going beyond forever? Let's all pray and work together to insure that FOSTER PATRICIA

Pictured: Fifty-nine years of teaching rep- resented by the Leui family. Kim Kovach (top), Erinn (left), Cindy and Lonnie Leui. Future teacher, Jessica Kovach, is being held by grandpa. 59 Years of Teaching Lonnie Leui has been teaching for 31 years. His wife, Cindy, taught 19. Their daughter, Kim Kovach, taught seven, and their daughter Erinn, has taught for two years. Students, Blanton Watterson and Aaron Dean, What's so unusual about having from the Graysville, Tennessee, elementary Association treasurer Eugene Remmers pre- four teachers in one family? Prob- school enjoy learning about computers. sents John Thomas, principal of Georgia- ably nothing. But it is unusual all Teacher Karen Blaser says, "We're blessed Cumberland Academy, with $56,213 for the four have taught in the same school. to have seven computers in our small school." worthy student fund. In fact, one year three of them were teaching together. Thirteen years ago Lonnie and Cindy began teaching at the Chat- tanooga, Tennessee, elementary school. When Cindy decided to take a leave of absence, Kim filled the vacancy. Seven years later, when Kim started her family, her sister, Erinn, took over the classroom. "It's rewarding to see the girls develop their ideas and make their own mark in education," said Lonnie. When Kim and Erinn went to col- lege, it just seemed natural to take education. "Our parents made learn- ing fun. We traveled and did a lot of family activities. Mom and Dad were never too busy to spend time with us," said Kim. "They always encouraged, but never pushed," commented Erinn. "The girls got their start by teach- ing in Sabbath school," said Cindy. They assisted their mother in the divisions before becoming leaders themselves. Even though Cindy doesn't teach school now, she is very involved at church in the kin- dergarten division. "I love to teach. It's just part of me," said Cindy. Why teach? It's certainly not an easy job. Lonnie said, "Sometimes it's years later, but when a student Teachers at Carmen Adventist and Atlanta North elementary schools worked together to bring comes back and tells you how much Ljiljana Ljubisic, blind bronze medalist winner in the Paralympics in Atlanta, Georgia, to she appreciates what you did when speak to their students. Ljubisic spoke on overcoming life's challenges. Ljubisic won bronze she was in school, it's worth it." medals in two events—shotput and discus.

October, 1996 Southern Tidings ■ 5 by Lonnie Kerbs daily regime. Alma and Chris kept in close touch with their students well-known refrain, "Noth- throughout the day by radios that ing could be finer than to every student carried. This orga- be in Carolina" rings true nized, modern-day approach to for the student literature canvassing enabled quick service A and allowed the students to call evangelist's who worked a partial territory in Carolina this summer. their leaders for more books or They made new inroads for litera- for assistance when needed. Be- ture evangelism, one avenue our sides the long days of door-to-door young people can take advantage sales, they relished the experiences of in spreading the gospel. This that came when the doors they fairly new program, called knocked on opened. They were "Magabooks" accumulated income amazed at how the Lord was for the students, plus netted other working. benefits ... you might say, it had Jessica Hance, a student at "triple" blessings: Two for the stu- Fletcher Academy, had a memo- dent and an added bonus for the rable experience while working with Carolina Conference and its churches. Alma Fella one day in Columbia. Outreach at the local church level A pleasant, friendly lady answered was enhanced by the work of the their knock and immediately in- 12 student literature evangelists vited them inside. Amazingly, this was the same fluently-speaking, Lonnie Kerbs, publishing director for the who knocked on doors. They were Carolina Conference, promotes the magabook busy selling the Great Controversy, Spanish lady Alma had met at the program in the Carolinas. His desire is to Choices Cookbook, and other maga- bank recently. Her immediate re- see more students involved in this promis- books at homes in Columbia, South sponse was, "I'm not supposed to ing avenue of evangelism. Carolina, and Fletcher, North Caro- be home right now." Two canceled Door-to-Door Blessing, lina. The term "magabook" refers appointments that involved taking to the type of books that were her son to the theater and helping sold. These beautifully illustrated a friend move, had been cared for books are similar in size to an by other people. She didn't know Ideals magazine, thicker than the why, but she was simply having a normal magazine. Many Carolinians quiet time at home when Jessica seemed to react favorably to these and Alma knocked. She related how editions. The books are compact, she had been raised in an Advent- but not cost prohibitive. We were ist home but no longer was a part doubly impressed with the enthu- of the church. She thanked the siasm and dedication of our young girls over and over for coming to people and their rewards. her home. As she followed her Ellen White wrote in the Review and heart, she eagerly bought four Herald in the spring of 1912, "The books from them. Jessica was Lord calls upon our youth to labor as amazed how God had perfect tim- canvassers and evangelists, to do ing and also how He answered her house-to-house work.... Those who prayer in another way. She had will go forth to the work under God's prayed earnestly that God would direction will be wonderfully help her sell five books before the blessed" (CM 19). God's blessings were lunch break. She had sold only evident this summer as our students one and the lunch break was only a followed this counsel. short time away. The last call before Two dedicated student leaders, lunch was this dear Spanish lady. Alma Pella in Columbia, South Jessica's goal was reached. Not Carolina, and Chris Sweeney in just that, a soul retouched for Fletcher, North Carolina, were the Jesus. two group leaders. Following a work How do the students feel about schedule of Sunday through Thurs- this summer venture? Jessica day, the students started a typical highly recommends this work to day with breakfast together. Alma any other young person who is and Chris followed the hearty meal willing to try it. She says, "This each morning by leading out in work builds your relationship worship with their students, a vital with God and helps you learn to beginning for each day. This was relate to other people and to succeeded by a sharing time, and deal with all kinds of situations." At Plosoca, Peter Cook, James Boyd (back finally, a training period. Ventur- On several occasions, Jessica saw row), Chris Sweeney, Reggie Wright, Fred ing into their respective neighbor- God clearly working on her behalf. Miles, and Henry Calhours, Alma Pena, Sarah hoods and knocking on doors until She did have some discouraging Pinch, Jessica Hance (front four). dark was the remaining part of the times, but she kept working and

6 ■ Southern Tidings October, 1996 praying for God to bless. And lie did. At every home, a Bible study card found its way into the hands of the resident. Approximately 500 requests for Bible studies have poured in. Since the student work began, Jim Sawtell, pastor of the Columbia church remarked, "We've got so much work to do, we'll never get caught up. Now, that's the kind of problems we like." We will not know until eternity the total im- pact of the efforts of these hard- working students. Not only did the students receive a spiritual blessing, but a financial one as well. The number one stu- dent was l4-year-old Sarah Eirich who topped the $8,000 mark in sales. She will receive about half of that amount as a scholarship to an Adventist school. John Lorntz, senior pastor of the Fletcher church, was a strong fac- tor in helping establish the maga- book program in his area. lie About 50 students from around the Southern Union gathered at Nosoca Pines Ranch to comments, "We are now doing what celebrate the end of a successful summer as student LE's. in Carolina Ellen White counseled us to do— will go into. This includes the lay more people. Any academy-age that is for students to sell her books person as well, especially since student who loves the Lord and is in a scholarship program to earn we're all missionaries. willing to work hard should con- tuition to attend an Adventist Several of these young people sider joining these students for the school." have decided to be back next summer of '97. Even more bless- But the most profound blessing summer and share God's love with ings are in store. El came from what this program did for the young people. Bob Cundiff, associate pastor of the Fletcher church states, "Magabooks program gives the kids a realistic way to share their faith. And as we all know, sharing your faith is one of the ways to build faith." The magabook program is now to become a year-round school industry at Fletcher Academy. Several students will go out a few hours a week and knock on doors during the school year, as a means of earning money for school. Maybe the program exceeds "triple" bless- ings . . . perhaps it goes beyond that. This was hard work this summer for these students, but very re- warding. Jonathan Michael, a new associate pastor in Columbia who has worked with this program for several summers now, adds "The students who work really have to commit to an intense program, but it's overwhelmingly packed with blessings, both spiritually, experi- entially and monetarily. They learn work ethics and working with people as well." In fact, as Mrs. White says, it is the best training for every Next to Fletcher sign are: Timothy Jester (left), Helen Kohjus, Chris Sweeney, Fred Mlles, other line of missionary work we Reggie Wright, Peter Cook, Lonnie Kerbs, (front on right) James Boyd, John Lorntz.

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after this article was written, CAROLINA Claudia passed quietly to her rest.

The mayor of Asheville, North Joseph Karpos- Carolina, recently Maravigli of awarded Grant Nashville was Goodge the area's selected to attend outstanding public The National Servant Award. Young Leaders Signed by Governor Conference in Hunt, the award rec- June held in ognized Goodge for Washington, D.C. the many hours he This is a unique has devoted to his community. leadership devel- Goodge is a member of the opment program for high school Arden church. Specifically students who have demon- mentioned was the time and strated leadership potential and energy he expended educating scholastic merit. Joseph, a the public regarding weather senior at University School of related facts and their impact Nashville, was among 350 on daily personal and profes- outstanding national scholars sional lives. He was also recog- attending this conference from nized for his hospitality in Teacher of the Year across America. Highlights of housing many foreign visitors of the program included welcoming the National Climatic Center, This year, Ruth LaDale Mending- remarks from the floor of the where he is employed. The hall was honored as the teacher United States House of Repre- service performed was given at of the year at the Atlanta Berean sentatives and a panel discus- Goodge's own expense and Elementary School. Ruth is a gradu- sion with prominent journalists outside his regular job responsi- ate of Pine Forge Academy and at the National Press Club. To bilities. Any remuneration he Oakwood College with a B.S. de- complement these meetings and did receive for speaking ap- gree in elementary education. She briefings, Joseph participated in pointments or photographs sold also studied at Southern College a number of leadership skill- was donated to the Arden and Clark Atlanta University. building activities. The National church benevolent fund. An experienced church school Young Leaders Conference is teacher of 27 years, she taught in sponsored by the Congressional the cities of Greensboro, and Youth Leadership Council, a Charlotte, North Carolina, and nonprofit, nonpartisan educa- KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE Madison and Savannah Georgia. tional organization. Joseph is a In Benton Harbor, Michigan, she member of the Madison Campus was recognized as teacher of the church. He was selected for year 1978. She currently teaches inclusion in the '96-'97 edition Claudia McRan- fourth grade at the Berean Elemen- of Who's Who Among American folds celebrated tary School in Atlanta. High School Students. Only 5 her 106th birthday Her strengths lie in the ability to percent of all high school recently with her take the most meager and lowest students nationwide receive this friend Clara Howe, academic performers and instill in annual award. After the Confer- who is a young 101. them a desire for accomplishment. ence, Joseph flew to Madrid to Claudia was born Her gifts as a caring, loving, es- begin summer studies at the July 7, 1890, and is teem builder in young children is a member of the University of Spain in legendary. God has blessed her Salamanca. His plans are to Nashville First with a unique approach to teach- attend medical school and is church. Claudia and ing that challenges the gifted, and interested in the speciality of her late husband inspires the academically challenged Gerontology. joined the church in to achieve beyond their expec- 1944 under the tations. She is loved and appreci- preaching ministry of ated by both students and parents J. M. Hoffman. Both who have experienced the differ- Claudia and Clara ence that can be made by an extra SOUTH ATLANTIC speak freely of how prescription of love and attention. wonderful the Lord She is well traveled, having spent has been to them time in Budapest Hungary, Vienna Shaunda Elyse and both are filled Austria, Berlin and Frankfort Germany, Kelly graduated with praise and Zurich Switzerland, Paris France, with honors from thanksgiving. Claudia is known Hawaii, Bermuda, Bahamas, Jamaica Forest Lake for always being cheerful and and British Columbia. She is an Academy at the sweet. Workers in the Long avid reader, country cook and was age of 16. She Hollow Home for the Aged, encouraged to try out for the 1972 has been accepted where Claudia resides, say often summer Olympic swimming team. to attend when they pass her door, she is Vanard Mendinghall Oakwood College on her knees praying. Shortly

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where she plans to major in lected as the state's outstanding medicine. Her awards include administrator of a four-year the National Youth Leadership institution. Price served forum in medicine. This honor Oakwood as vice president for places her among the nations academic affairs for the past most elite youth, now eligible four years and was cited for her for the U.S. Achievement Acad- varied accomplishments. emy Awards yearbook.

Jamelia Butler, a student at Henry Lewis, Jr., Oakwood Elemen- is the head elder of tary, has been Wrens, Ga., church. named a U.S. he is always giving National Award of his time, means winner in Honor and talents. Re- Roll. Jamelia's cently, the Wrens name will be church started a day published in the care. henry decided United States to help support the Achievement Academy official day care and invest yearbook, which is published with the Lord by planting a nationally. This award is a garden. lie told the members of prestigious honor very few the church about his investment students can ever hope to project and requested that attain. The Academy recognizes members purchase their fresh less than 10 percent of all vegetables from him instead of American high school students. buying them from the grocery Winners are selected upon the store. Henry had prayed asking exclusive recommendation of God to bless his crop and send teachers and other qualified rain to water them. There was Volunteer of the Year sponsors, and upon the Stan- no rain for 27 days to water dards of Selection set forth by the crops. When harvest time Marcia Trott, the Academy. Criteria: academic came, most farmers did not a volunteer with the Adventist Prison Ministries in performance, interest and gather much crops. Although his aptitude, leadership qualities, corn stalks were brown and dry, North Carolina, was the recipient of the "volunteer of the year” award responsibility, enthusiasm, they were heavy with large ears motivation to learn and im- of sugar sweet corn. There were from the Department of Correc- tion for 1995. prove, citizenship, attitude and hardly any leaves on the pea cooperative spirit, and depend- plants, but they too were heavy Marcia is a member of the Fair- view church and considers the Black ability. with completely filled pods. Two of his sugar sweet watermelons Mountain Correctional Center for Women to be her mission field. weighed 43 and 44 pounds. They grew in 27 days and She spreads the light of Jesus' love SOUTHERN COLLEGE to the incarcerated and helps them without rain. his largest melon to find hope for the future. weighed 52 pounds. God is She was nominated for this award blessing henry and the Wrens Jack McClarty, vice president Day Care. based on her incredible service to the correctional center and her work for development at Southern, with the inmates. Some of the work received the Trailblazer in includes: serving as a member of Philanthropy award at the OAKWOOD COLLEGE the core volunteers (a group which triennial convention of Philan- plans activities to help other vol- thropic Service for Institutions unteers to get involved with the (PSI). inmates); takes inmates out on Sandra F. Price, passes to church, shopping, to her George Ed.D., former ad- home for relaxing, bonfires, pan- Babcock is the ministrator, was cake feeds, library, and other new vice president honored on July 16 activities; conducts a Sunday for academic as the state's Admin- evening Bible study; brings spe- administration. istrator of the Year cial treats for holidays; beautifies Babcock has by the Association day rooms in the facility through chaired the educa- of Alabama College painting and wallpapering; and, she tion/psychology Administrators and is also in the process of develop- department for Alabama Association ing an abuse seminar for the women five years. Along for women in Edu- incarcerated at the facility. with this appoint- cation. Each year, these asso- Marcia is a shining example to ment, Donald Sahly, president, ciations select administrators the women in prison, and to ev- announced the promotion of who have distinguished them- eryone who enjoys the warmth of Alberto dos Santos to the selves in outstanding academic her smile. chairmanship of the education/ administration. Price was se- psychology department.

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MOUNT PISGAH ACADEMY STARTED ON church do more than hand out bulletins. They AUGUST 11 WITH 182 STUDENTS. Besides the also park cars for those who need it, pro- excitement of a new school year, John Nafie vide umbrellas in the rain, give directions to begins his first year as the principal after being those who are new, and above all, they seek on staff several years. Arnie Nielsen, the former to give each person a warm and friendly wel- principal, accepted a call to Africa. Also new at come. Mount Pisgah Academy is Chaplain Mark Witas Members of the Tryon church are gearing up and his wife, Wendy. The school started the year for NET '96 with a Daniel seminar and a cooking off with an ADOPT A STUDENT PROGRAM. The school. Both events will be completed right before program encourages adults to make a mission the start of NET '96. They will follow-up with a field of youth at the Academy through prayer Revelation Speaks seminar and the Dimensions support and encouragement by sending notes, in Prophecy crusade in March of '97 with Dale birthday cards, and maybe even an occasional Pollett, Carolina Conference evangelist. goodie. Members of the Erwin Hills church involved in More than 100 women representing seven the DISCOVER BIBLE SCHOOL has had approxi- Charlotte area churches convened during the mately 175 requests for Bible studies. Of those summer for a special WOMEN'S MINISTRY SAB- requesting studies, more than 30 have actually BATH in the conference room at the Carolina been sending the lessons in for grading, showing Conference office. Carol Zarska was the featured that they are actually using the studies. speaker and helped the women gain new insight The Hands Across the World project sponsored and wisdom in understanding themselves, their by the General Conference is assisting the SHELBY families, and Jesus. BUILDING PROJECT IN NORTH CAROLINA. Work- On each fifth Sabbath, the Morganton church ers from other Adventist churches involved as holds a YOUTH CHURCH SERVICE. This special volunteers in the Carolina Helping Hands con- service is held in the sanctuary for all members. struction program have been working with What makes this service so special is the fact Maranatha volunteers to build the church. The that it is a day when the youth minister to their 5,000-square-foot church will soon be completed, local church. Members have noticed more people debt-free. packed into the sanctuary for this service than Fayetteville women enjoyed their third PRAYER any other service at the church. BREAKFAST BRUNCH recently. The meal was MEMBERS OF THE FOSTER MEMORIAL CHURCH prepared by Stella Mucha and Linda DuChaine. TAKE THEIR GREETING MINISTRY SERIOUSLY. Gala decorations were created by Carol Johnson One member noted that upon arriving to the and Sonia Boyce. The program of music and church in a driving rainstorm, she looked up to readings centered around Sarah Kim's theme Sac- see a man coming toward her car with an um- rifice of Opportunity. She painted word pictures brella. He was smiling and it seemed to her that of well known women and their struggles in difficult the sun had just come out. He was one of the life situations. Prayer partners were selected to Sabbath morning greeters. Greeters at the Foster provide ongoing spiritual revitalization.

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The South Orlando church raised $2,000 dur- Pioneers, of the Iowa-Missouri Conference. ing the past year to pay for their NET '96 EQUIP- The Florida Conference communication depart- MENT. Church members raised the money by ment and local communication directors teamed collecting and recycling cans. Recently, the up to promote the NATURAL LIFESTYLE COOK- members also started recycling newspapers to ING SCHOOL which was uplinked via satellite raise money for a new Communion set. After and hosted by Ernestine and Mark Finley of It Is three months, $160 of the $750 needed has Written television. The cooking class is one of been raised. the many programs designed to prepare the public The St. Petersburg church has more than 75 for NET '96. Advertisements and interviews were students actively enrolled in their DISCOVER BIBLE scheduled on WDBO 580 AM, WTLN 1520 AM and SCHOOL PROGRAM, which is designed to pre- 95.3 FM, WTGL TV channel 52, WLOQ 103.1 FM, pare the community for NET '96. The East Pasco and WOFL TV channel 35 (FOX network). Cover- church also mailed Discover Bible School stud- age in the print media included the Orlando ies and currently have 50 people actively en- Sentinel, the Orlando Times, La Prensa, and the rolled. Apopka Chief/Planter. The Maranatha Pathfinder club recently repre- Thirteen COMMUNITY SERVICE volunteers from sented the Conference Pathfinders at the BIBLE the Apopka Highland church worked 2,021 hours BOWL in Lincoln, Nebraska. Maranatha sent 26 during the first quarter of 1996. Help was given Pathfinders to the annual event where the team to 694 people, 11,830 items of clothing were finished in third place. The traveling trophy was distributed, 200 pieces of literature were handed awarded to a team of five girls, the West County out, and 11 people enrolled in Bible studies.

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3111, ONE THOUSAND THIRTY-FIVE CAMPERS AT- CHECKS TOTALING $84,320. This represented TENDED THE SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM AT CO- the church and school's share as beneficiary HUTTA SPRINGS. Decisions for baptism were of a recent will which specified the church 136 and decisions for Christ 810. and school were to receive an equal percentage. THE ATHENS, TENN., CHURCH RECEIVED TWO THE ANDREWS, N.C., CHURCH WANTS THEIR

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COMMUNITY TO KNOW ABOUT SEVENTH-DAY safety for local churches. Approximately 100 in- ADVENTISTS. They have put up a billboard and dividuals from many area churches participated placed ads in the local newspaper so the citizens in the walk which ended with singing and prayer. are aware of the church's presence and the im- Chattanooga Hispanics met for the first time in portance of the Sabbath. The Robersonville, N.C., their NEW FACILITY in downtown Chattanooga, TV station is taping and airing the Andrews' Tenn., July 3. There were 50 in attendance. Sabbath services each week in the Robersonville area. COHUTTA SPRINGS ASSOCIATES PURCHASED PRESIDENT GORDON BIETZ OFFICIATED IN A 1996 CHAPPAREL, FOURTH PLACE, FIFTH THE DEDICATION OF A NEW ROGERS ORGAN WHEEL HORSE TRAILER. With the horse pro- IN THE FAYETTE CHURCH. Richard Morris, artist gram growing, there was a real need for a trailer. and organist-in-residence at Spivey Hall on the Offerings received at the annual retreat and funds campus of Clayton State College, presented a appropriated during the business meeting pur- concert following the dedication. Morris is one of chased the trailer. Another piece of property has a small number of organists that has appeared been acquired along Cohutta Springs Road. The as a soloist in Carnegie Hall, as well as the Lin- Association Board voted on June 26 to purchase coln and Kennedy Centers. He has also appeared a small 39 x 100' lot. three times on NBC's Today Show. OPENING ENROLLMENTS in the three confer- Adventist churches in the Collegedale area were ence academies totaled 633, an increase of 28 invited to join the Ooltewah Baptist, Ooltewah over last year. Southern College's opening en- Methodist, St. Paul Baptist, and St. Francis Epis- rollment was 1,433, 34 ahead of last year at the copal churches in a march from Ooltewah Middle same time. School to the Samaritan Center, formerly Advent- Retired pastor Robinson Urdaneta conducted ist Community Services, to demonstrate UNITY an eight-night HEALTH SEMINAR during August. IN CHURCHES IN OPPOSING RECENT CHURCH Of the 18 non-Adventists who graduated, 12 at- BURNINGS and to pray that God will provide tended the Dalton Hispanic church August 24. gi4.5we4 Much enthusiasm was sparked by the NATU- and receiving positive feedback. RAL LIFESTYLE COOKING SEMINAR held for a Twelve nonmembers attended a COOKING week in July in the Decatur church. Sheri Dye led SCHOOL presented by the St. Elmo church and out in the cooking and question-answer period. now show interest in Bible studies. Eighteen nonmembers were in attendance along The Floral Crest church recently sent out 5,000 with many church members. BIBLE STUDY INVITATIONS. The response thus Thirty-nine children attending VACATION BIBLE far is 100 requests for studies. Gospel Worker SCHOOL in Gilbertown rapidly grew to 55. Sing- trainees are doing the follow-up. ing, crafts, and outdoor activities were enjoyed— INGATHERING has just begun in Gulf States all depicted in a video shown at the end of the and several churches report their campaign com- week's activities. pleted and again, Jackson, Miss., is leading the Joel Tompkins, retired church administrator, way. taught Decatur and Huntsville church members CAMP ALAMISCO HAS JUST BEEN REACCRED- HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE WITNESS WITH JESUS ITED BY THE AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIA- CHRIST. The seminar made for a full Sabbath. TION, the only camp in the Southern Union to PRAYER WARRIORS in Decatur learned how obtain this type of accreditation. to put on the armor of God and effectively defeat ABOUT A YEAR AGO, A GROUP OF BELIEV- Satan through battle tactics of prayers that really ERS FROM THE PANAMA CITY CHURCH BE- get to the ears of God. Ron Halvorsen's book was CAME THE NORTH BAY COMPANY IN LYNN presented by the pastor, Neil Dye, weekly for 13 HAVEN. July 29th the last payment was made to weeks with 20 members attending. purchase property, and the group attained church St. Elmo church has three SIGNS BOXES status from a company. Within a year the 50+ be- stocked with 100 copies each month lievers will be worshiping in their new sanctuary.

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In 1985, 0. H. Paul was named education MENT OF DEVELOPMENT, a new department under superintendent of Southeastern Conference. At the direction of Paul. Nathaniel G. Higgs was that time the Conference had seven schools and voted to replace Paul as the new education su- 32 teachers. In 1996, the number of schools has perintendent of Southeastern Conference. Higgs grown to 14 and 62 teachers. This year the Con- comes from South Central Conference where he ference VOTED TO RECOMMEND THE DEPART- held a similar position. 5exake441, alike

Rather than a guest from elsewhere, Southern's VIEWSOUTHERN guests will arrive in College- religion professors spoke for this year's FALL dale October 13 and 14. ViewSouthern is a campus WEEK OF SPIRITUAL EMPHASIS. They shared event especially for academy seniors and "If I had one sermon to preach...." students considering college transfer. Reserva- SIXTY SOUTHERN SCHOLARS HAVE COM- tions can be made by calling 1-800-SOUTHERN. PLETED THE HONORS PROGRAM since it began Preview-Southern, targeted at high school in 1984. Five graduates earned the distinction seniors and other prospective students not this year: Lisa Clark, Kim Day-Camp, Karen Phillips, now at a Southern Union academy will be held Christine Ager, and Kristin Whitehead. April 6 and 7.

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At a recent church fellowship lunch, church members in Arden, N.C., brought gifts to officially welcome their pastors. Mike and Jeanne Kim (pictured on the right) have been working with the Arden church members for nearly one year. In mid July, the Holland family joined them to complete the pastoral staff.

At the 38th Constitu- ency Session of the Carolina Conference, Carolina officers were re-elected fora five-year quinquennial term. During the summer of 1995, the Southeastern youth department con- Carolina officers are: ducted a tent effort on Fletcher Avenue in Tampa. Claude Matthews, Ronald Schmidt, secre- youth director and campaign organizer, recommended Quincy Gardner, tary (left), Kenneth an Oakwood graduate as evangelist, and members of the singing group Coonley, president, and Connect Five to implement Bible studies. The meetings yielded 12 Randee Reynolds, treas- baptisms. This spring, the new believers visited the Conference office urer. and purchased books.

A Spanish-speaking group of about 30 began hold- ing services in the Moultrie, Ga., church July 6. This is Georgia-Cumberland's second Hispanic group in south Georgia. The first group began meeting a year ago in Alma, occupying the church building used by an English-speaking group until it closed three years earlier. Elders from the First Atlanta and North Atlanta Hispanic churches have been assisting. On June 20 the evangelism subcommit- tee recommended that a full-time pastor be em- ployed to supervise Hispanic work throughout south Georgia. This outreach is being partially funded by the Hands Across the World offering received March 23. Pictured at right is John Hanson with the Moultrie group.

June 26 was a special day for the Madison Korean Adventist church as ground was broken for a new church in Madison. Conference president Richard HaIlock, and treasurer Douglas Hilliard participated in the ceremony. A meal was enjoyed by participants following the ground breaking.

"Jesus in the Kitchen" was the theme of the Douglasville church vacation Bible school held June 24-28 where 64 children attended. The goal was to teach the young people not only to say NO to bad things, but to say YES to good things like good health habits. Good health habits include eating a balanced diet, eating a good breakfast, getting enough exercise and rest, brushing teeth properly, and taking daily baths. All the children took turns making whole wheat bread. They used zip- lock bags to mix the ingredients and to knead the dough. Pictured are Rachael Aldrich and Dylan Michael "in the dough."

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This happy group of young Adventurers are from the Hendersonville, N.C., church. They are experts on the Kazoo. Recently, they performed at an investiture service for the Arden church. The Adventurer club is open to all young people from the first through fourth grades.

Laura Herbert of Greenville, S.C., was looking for an Adventist church to at- tend and just happened to find the Greenville Adventist church only two weeks before the NET '95 event began. Since Laura's schedule was so tight, she drove her 18-wheeler to the meet- ings each night and was baptized at the conclusion of the event. While taking a break from her driving, Laura reads to learn more about her new faith.

Sabbath school teacher Virginia Strickland of the Paducah, Ky., church, not only teaches the adult class via voice, but at the same time "signs" every word—not only what she says, but also every comment made by other class members. That's dedication!

Private First-Class Mark David Tinsley had attended Adventist schools as a child, but began living with a non- Christian father after the seventh grade. After finishing basic training in the Marines, he was stationed at Camp LeJeune in Jacksonville, N.C. He felt a deep-stirring in his soul and wanted to get back in touch with the church of his youth. He found the Jackson- ville church right at the beginning of the NET '95 event. Mark and Jackson- ville church member Dock Baysden Highland Academy was once again host for the annual Ky.-Tenn. Music Festival. This year's festival was one studied the Bible together. Mark was of the largest recorded (300+) since the beginning of this annual event in 1979. The festival is attended by baptized at the conclusion of the NET students in grades 5 through 12 from across the Conference. '95 event.

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HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ADVERTISEMENT: (I) Have a local church elder PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT NEEDED as Clinical Director and to assist in write "Approved" and his signature on the sheet of paper containing the developing B.S. level PA training program. Commitment to SDA Christian advertisement, (2) write your name and address on the same sheet, (3) education necessary. Bachelor's degree preferred; beginning date nego- specify how many times the ad is to run, (4) send the approved ad to your tiable. Contact John Kerbs, President, Union College, Lincoln, NE (402) conference office 6 weeks in advance of the publication date and (5) don't 486-2500, evenings (402) 483-1497, or Don Wetmore, PA Program forget to enclose payment in full. Make checks payable to SOUTHERN TID- Director (402) 488-2331, ext. 2345, evenings (402) 489-8134. (10) INGS. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSES. Highland Manor is seeking a RN RATES: Southern Union: $25 for 20 words or less, including address. $35 to direct the training of nursing assistants. Other areas of responsibility for anything longer than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.15 per word beyond would be infection control, staff inservicing, and quality assurance. 45. Out of Union: $30 for 20 words or less, including address. $45 for Prefer a candidate that has one year of experiece in a skilled or inter- anything longer than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.30 per word beyond 45. mediate setting. Conveniently located on the same campus as Highland Accepted as space is available. Ads may run in successive months as space Academy and Elementary. Send resume to Jean Crittenden, 215 High- permits. land Circle Dr., Portland, TN 37148. (615) 325-9263. (10) SOUTHERN TIDINGS makes every reasonable effort to screen all advertis- ing, but in no case can the periodical assume responsibility for advertise- NON-MEDICAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE ments appearing in its columns, or for typographical errors. MISSIONARIES NEEDED in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand. Asia Pacific Division English Language Schools; volunteers to teach conversational PROPERTY AVAILABLE English and Bible (teaching experience not needed-we train). Require- GATLINBURG CONDO & MT. VIEW CHALET FOR RENT. 2 & 3 bdrms., ments: SDA; native English speaker; degreed and non-degreed positions; sleeps 6-10, 2-bath, f/place, full kit., heart-shaped Jacuzzi spa, pool, dedicate one or more years serving Christ. Contact: Ray James (209) cable TV, Dollywood, skiing, hiking. Reserve early. John or Lois Steinkrause, 267-0416; Fax: (209) 267-0342; E-mail: [email protected]. (C) (615) 428-0619. (C) MISSIONARIES NEEDED IN KOREA: SDA native English speaking CABIN RENTALS GREENEVILLE, TN. Enjoy fantastic river and moun- volunteers; singles or couples (without children) who are college gradu- tain views from porch of cabins nestled in the woods. Jacuzzi, central ates with bachelor's degrees or higher to teach conversational English heat/air, linens. Asheville, Gatlinburg, antiques, fishing, Appalachian and Bible for one year or more at the SDA Language Institutes of Korea Trail nearby. From $360/week. Guided rafting and hiking tours available. (teaching experience not necessary-we train you). Benefits include: For brochure or reservations call (800) 842-4690. (C) round-trip ticket, housing, utilities, insurance and stipend. For more information contact Ray James, 40 Pleasant Drive, Sutter Creek, CA FOR SALE OR RENT. Seven room house sitting on 2 lots, quiet 95685. Phone (209) 267-0416 or Fax (209) 267-0342. (C) neighborhood, 2 blocks from private 12 grade school and produce market. SDA church and school about 10 miles. Asking $50,000, or rent ADVENTIST FRONTIER MISSIONS. An international church planting for $350 per month. South Pittsburgh, Tenn. (423) 837-8963. (10) agency, is seeking applications for the position of Chief Financial Of- ficer. Five to ten years experience required. CPA helpful. International FOR SALE. Beautiful Colorado mountain Ski Lodge nestled in the experience a plus. Salary and benefits comparable to denominational woods less than 15 minutes from Winter Park/Mary Jane Ski areas. employment. Contact Clyde Morgan at (800) YES-4AFM (937-4236) or Rustic luxury in this log structure with 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 4 P.O. Box 346, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. (10,11,12) pullman-car type bunks built into the wall, and large hot tub on deck overlooking the continental divide. Perfect for family reunions or church SOUTHERN COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT seeks full-time band di- groups. Call Steve Torgerson at (907) 753-2295. (10,11) rector beginning summer of 1997. Master's (Doctoral preferred) in per- formance/teaching in brass or woodwind required. Candidates must FOR SALE. Brick home, 3 bdrms, I bath, apt. over double garage with have experience conducting concert bands and ensembles. Duties in- 2 bdrms, I bath. On 2 acres near SDA Church. (423) 554-3712. (10) clude classroom teaching, tutoring, and recruiting. Send resumes includ- FOR SALE. Tennessee secluded mountain home on 2 acres, 5 years ing three references to Marvin Robertson, Chair, P.O. Box 370, College- old, 3 bdrm, 2 bath manufactured home. Central heat/air. All appli- dale, TN 37315. (10) ances. 12' x 16' shed. Next to Cherokee National Forest. 40 miles to MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN. Memorial Hospital is the northernmost Collegedale. $49,900. John Goffin (423) 338-1651. (10) hospital in the Adventist Health System/Sunbelt located in beautiful FOR RENT. WNC Ski Area Rental. Spacious new 2 bdrm, 2 bath Mobile southeastern Kentucky, has an opening for a maintenance technician. home. Private lot. $250/week. (704) 894-7022. (10,11,12) Must have experience in electrical, plumbing, and mechnical mainte- nance preferably in an institutional setting. Memorial Hospital is adja- FOR SALE. Two acres mountain home with income. By owner. cent to a 125-member church with a 9-grade church school. Interested Beautiful custom 6 year old manufactured home-3 bdrms, 2 baths professionals should contact the chief engineer at (606) 598-1004. with full basement. Also includes mobile home with $375 monthly E.O.E. (10) rent income. Priced right-$95,000. Asheville, NC area. (704) 683- 4296. (10,11,12) OAKWOOD COLLEGE SEEKS FULL-TIME MATHEMATICS TEACHER. Ph.D. or equivalent in math or math education, prior teaching experi- FOR SALE. Three bedroom home near Forest Lake Academy. Phone ence at college level. Duties: teaching twelve to fifteen hours math (704) 648-5631. $79,000. (10) courses per semester, advising, participating in service activities on and FOR SALE. Newly remodeled 3 bdrm/2 bath house on 4.9 acres. off campus. Applications, resumes, and letters to human Resources, 4.5 miles from Southern College. Well with new pump. Garage at- Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL 35896. (10) tached. Extra shed for 2 cars/boats. Wooded areas. Field good for CHURCH SECRETARY AND CUSTODIAN/GROUNDSKEEPER at 370- horses, etc. Call Eppy Green, Ooltewah-Collegedale Real Estate (423) member New Port Richey SDA Church. Enjoyable living area 20 396-9696. (10) miles north of Tampa. Send resume to 6424 Trouble Creek Road, FOR SALE. Looking for reasonable "get-away" property to build your New Port Richey, FL 34653, or telephone Pastor Thomas, (813) 848- retirement or vacation home? Take a look at this! Two adjacent lots 4567. (10,11) (1/2 to 3/4 acre total) in Hil!crest Hills development located near ELECTRICIAN/GENERAL PLANT MAINTENANCE WORKER. The Re- Smithville, Tenn. (south of 140 approximately 15 miles). 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Four bdrm, Fax (301) 790-9733. (10) 2 bath home on almost two acres. Light and bright open floor plan, whirlpool tub in master, decorator touches. Bring your horses. Pasture MERCHANDISE FOR SALE is fenced. $179,900. Stacy (407) 862-2013 Watson Realty. (10) JOHANNUS CHURCH ORGANS-Listen to NET '96. JOHANNUS is the CENTRAL FLORIDA'S BEST BUY IN QUALITY HOMES. Orangewood Acres in Avon Park. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, 1800 sq. ft. under organ of choice. Home and church models. George Walper, Walper Music roof. Final phase, only limited number lots remaining. 1995 price $65,900, Services, 5520 Rosewall Circle, Leesburg, FL 34748. Phone/Fax (352) 323-1446. including lot, still available until 6/1/97. Call Royal Oaks Realty (800) (C) 338-0070 for free information kit. (10,11,12) BARHI DATES-$42 for 12 lbs. shipped UPS, beginning approx. 11/ 12/96. Please send check with order to Cloverdale SDA School, 1081 MEDICAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE South Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale, CA 95425. 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October, 1996 Southern Tidings • 15 CALEN DAR October S M T W T F S Carolina Georgia-Cumberland Academy Youth Fes- I1, 12. Mount Pisgah Youth Rally-Oct. tival '96-Nov. 2. Academy. Speaker: Mitch Elrod. Adventist Singles Ministries Harvest Moon 1 2 3 4 5 Young Adult Retreat-Oct. 18-20. Nosoca Retreat-Nov. 8-10. Cohutta Springs Con- Pines Ranch. Guests: Dale Galusha of 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ference Center. Details: Marjorie Gantt (706) Northern California and East Wind of 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 629-7870. Fletcher. Fellowship Campouts for Plorth/South 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18-20. Pathfinder Staff Campout-Oct. Tenn. and North/South Ga-Nov. 15- 27 28 29 30 31 Caring for Marriage-Oct. 18-20. Charlotte. Next Step Youth and Young Adult Train- 17. Pre-registration required. ing-Nov. 16. Nosoca Pines Ranch. Gulf States Lay Advisory-Nov. 15-17. Nosoca Pines ABC Bookmobile Concerts/Programs Ranch. Oct. 19. Birmingham First Oct. 5. Organ/Orchestra, Symphonie Con- Evangelistic Event Oct. 20. Birmingham Roebuck certante, 3:30 p.m. '96. Several Carolina Oct. 5-Nov. 9. NET Oct. 20. Pell City Oct. 14. Cynthia Clawson, singer. churches. Oct. 20. Clanton Oct. 24. Wilma Dykeman, Tennessee Bi- Florida Oct. 26. Gulfport centennial Celebration Visions ... Divorce/Grief Recovery Sup- Oct. 27. Mobile First Oct. 26. Heralds Quartet, 3 p.m. Oct. 27. Pensacola Oct. 26. Wedgwood Trio, 8 p.m. port Group-Every Thursday night. Oct. 27. Milton Oct. 30. Malcolm Bilson, fortepiano. Altamonte Springs church. Details: (407) Oct. 27. Ft. Walton Beach Nov. 3. Southern College Concert Band. 291-8321. Secular Campus Bible Retreat-Oct. 11- Evangelistic Events 13. Camp Alamisco. Southern Union Oct. 5-Nov. 9. Forest Lake Academy. NET Conference Executive Committee-Oct. 22. NET '96-Oct. 5-Nov. 9. '96. Mark Finley. Montgomery. SDA Marriage Encounter Weekend-Nov. Oct. 5-Nov. 9. Vero Beach. Rick Swaning- Women's Retreat-Nov. 1-3. Lake Gunters- 22-24. Holiday Inn, Athens, Tenn. Details: son. ville State Park. (615) 863-8268. Oct. 5-Nov.9. Coral Springs. Lester and Pathfinder Honor Weekend-Nov. 8-10. Zula Pratt and Roy and Amy Pauley. Camp Alamisco. Out of Union Oct. 12-Nov. 16. Jacksonville Spanish. Waynesboro, Va., 50th Anniversary Home- Robert and Mary Goransson. Kentucky-Tennessee coming-Nov. 15-17. Details: (540) 949- Adventist Singles Ministries Fellowship L.E. Big Week-Oct. 1-3. 7291. Dinners Fall L.E. Training School-Oct. 14-17. Sunnydale Academy 50th Alumni Re- Oct. 5. Florida Hospital. Church Ministries Convention-Nov. 15, union-Oct. 18-20. Centralia, Missouri. Oct. 12. Forest Lake and West Palm Beach 16. Indian Creek Camp. Details: (573) 682-2164. First. TCMC Board-Nov. 25. Erie, Pennsylvania, Church and School Oct. 19. Apopka Highland. Association Board/Executive Committee- 100th Anniversary-May 17, 1997. De- Oct. 26. Kress Memorial Nov. 26. tails: (814) 833-7082. NET '96. Discoveries in Prophecy: Beyond 2000-How to Thrive in Difficult Times- South Atlantic Oct. 5-Nov. 9. Forest Lake Academy, National Bible Bowl Finals-Oct. 4, 5. Oak- Apopka. 138 churches to down-link in Fla. wood College. Marriage Commitment Seminar-Oct. 11- S.C. Youth Federation-Oct. 19. Sumpter, LEGAL 13. Camp Kulaqua. "Helping Good Mar- S.C. Speaker: Calvin Watkins. riages To Be Better." Pre-registration and Georgia Master Guide Retreat-Oct. 18- payment required. Details: Conference Fam- 20. Cohutta Springs. NOTICE ily Life Directors Ken and Helen Bryant N.C. State Youth Federation-Nov. 2. (407) 869-8106, (407) 644-5000 ext. 123. Greensboro, N.C. Speaker: Calvin Preston. Fallfest-Oct. 12. Jacksonville Junior Acad- Georgia State Youth Federation-Dec. 7. OFFICIAL NOTICE emy. Details: Ken Grant (904) 880-4797. Augusta, Georgia. Tampa Junior Academy/Junior High Youth Notice is hereby given that the Eight Tri- Summit-Oct. 12. Pre-registration and pay- Oakwood College ennial and the Twenty-First Session of the ment required. Details: (407) 644-6000 South Central Conference of Seventh-day x129. Lyceum-Oct. 5. O.C. Music Grads. 4:00 Adventists will reconvene at the Ephesus Live to Tell-Oct. 18-20. High school train- p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church, 105 6th ing retreat for reaching peers for Christ. Motivational Lecture-Oct. 24. Mae C. Jemison, MD, Astronaut. Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35204 Details: (407) 644-6000 x129. on Sunday November 10, 1996, at 10:00 West Coast Youth/Young Adult Campout- Community Day-Nov. 10. a.m. This meeting is for the purpose of Oct. 26. Details: Mark Schiefer (813) 360- President's Farewell-Nov.10. Board/Fac- 5826. ulty Staff. concluding the voted agenda and receiving College/Young Adult Retreat-Nov. 22- Parade, Mall Concert-Nov. 11. USM/Col- the report of the Constitution and Bylaws 24. Camp Kulaqua. Pre-registration and lege Choir. Committee. Each church in the conference 12. Ashby Auditorium. Brian payment required. Details: (407) 644-6000 Lecture-Nov. is entitled to one delegate for the organiza- Holloway. 8:00 p.m. x129. tion and one additional delegate for each Adventurer Fun Day-Oct 13. Maranatha. Prayer Service-Nov. 13. College Church. Pathfinder Reveille-North (Companion)- Leslie N. Pollard. 7:30 p.m. twenty-five members or major fraction thereof. Oct. 18-20. Camp Kulaqua. Sports Event-Nov. 14. P.E. Dept./USM. 3:00 The elected delegates for the Session on Pathfinder-Island Navigator-Oct. 18-20. p.m. May 19, 1996, are the delegates for this Molasses Key. Musical-Nov. 15. 7:00 p.m. meeting. Adventist Singles Ministries International Worship-Nov. 16. College Church. Benjamin Joseph W. McCoy, President Mission Outreach Project-Oct. 21-Nov. F. Reaves. 11:00 a.m. Benjamin P. Browne, Secretary Closing Ceremony-Nov. 16. College Church. 8. Mindo, Ecuador. Details: Lorraine Hansen Seth Bardu, Treasurer (704) 697-2409. Mass Choir/Orchestra. Jon Robertson, Guest Pathfinder C.I.T. Retreat-Nov. 1-3. Camp Conductor. 4:00 p.m. Kulaqua. Campus Birthday Celebration/Fireworks- Youth Leadership Convention-Nov. 22- Nov. 16. Centennial Circle-8:00 p.m. 24. Camp Kulaqua. Hispanic Family Camp-Nov. 27-Dec. 1. Southern College Sunset Camp Kulaqua. Midterm Break-Oct. 18. Youth/Young Adults Christian Cruise '97- Special Events March 2-7, 1997. Details: Youth & Young Oct. 12. Student missions callbook fair. Oct. Oct. Oct. Oct. Nov. Nov. Adult Department of Florida Conference Oct. 13, 14. ViewSouthern (especially for 4 11 18 25 1 8 academy seniors: Call 1-800-SOUTHERN Atlanta, Ga. 7:17 7:08 7:00 6:52 5:45 5140 (407) 644-5000 x129. 5:28 5:23 for information.) Charleston, S.C. 7:00 6:51 6:43 6:35 Charlotte, N.C. 7:02 6:52 6:44 6:35 5:28 5:22 Georgia-Cumberland Oct. 20. Symphony Guild flea market. Collegedale, Tenn. 7:21 7:12 7:03 6:54 5:47 5:41 Young Adult Retreat-Oct. 11-13. Cohutta Oct. 24-27. Homecoming 96. Huntsville, Ala. 6:25 6:15 6:07 5:58 4:51 4:45 Springs Conference Center. Vespers Jackson, Miss_ 6:41 6:32 6:24 6:17 5:10 5:04 Evangelistic Events Oct. 4. CARE. Louisville, Ky. 7:21 7:10 7:00 6:51 5:43 5:36 Oct. 4. Andrews, N.C. Wendell Stover. Oct. 25. Mike Pettengill. Memphis, Tenn. 6:39 6:29 6:21 6:12 5:05 4:59 6:50 6:44 5:39 5:35 Oct. 11. Rossville, Ga. Pieter Barkhuizen. Nov. 1. CARE. Miami, Fla. 7:03 6:56 Montgomery, Ala. 6:26 6:17 6:09 6:01 4:55 4:49 Oct. 27. Duluth, Ga. Harold Turner. Church Pulpit Nashville, Tenn. 6:25 6:16 6:07 5:58 4:51 4:44 Teen Discovery-Oct. 25-27. Bray Field. Oct. 12. Hymnfest. Orlando, Fla. 7:07 6:59 6:52 6:46 5:40 5:36 Pre-registration required. Oct. 26. First service, Ben Maxson. Wilmington, N.C. 651 6:42 6:34 6:26 5:19 5,13 Executive Committee-Oct. 23. Calhoun. Oct. 26. Second service, John Thurber.

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18 • Southern Tidings October, 1996 A special report on Adventist Health System Sunbelt Healthcare Corporation

Florida Hospital receives extended management contract at Volusia lorida Hospital has Richard Reiner, strengthened its executive vice presence in Volusia president of County, Florida, due to a Florida Hospital. recent transaction with the "It is also West Volusia Hospital expected that the Authority. Medical Center The West Volusia will be given a Hospital Authority, which new name which owned 50 percent of will reflect the Volusia Medical Center, facility's heri- has transferred its interest tage to the to Orange City Health community and Affiliates, Inc., a commu- the past as well nity-based, not-for-profit as its continued healthcare company relationship with formed to help facilitate Florida Hospital." George Woodruff, retired Volusia Medical the delivery of healthcare The new Board of Seventh-day Adventist Center opened in in Volusia County. Directors for Volusia minister; and Robert 1994 as a joint With the reorganization, Medical Center include Lankford, MD, a local venture between Florida Hospital was Mardian J. Blair, president physician. An eleventh Adventist Health granted an extended of Adventist Health System member, stipulated to be System Sunbelt management contract by Sunbelt; Richard a member of the medical Healthcare Southwest Volusia Morrison, Florida Hospital staff, will be appointed by Corporation and the Healthcare Corporation, vice president; Richard the new Board. West Volusia an organization controlled Reiner; Tom Werner, "We are pleased that Hospital Authority. by Orange City Health president of Florida Florida Hospital has Affiliates and Adventist Hospital and executive vice extended their manage- The facility, Health System Sunbelt. president of Adventist ment contract with us," located northeast of "This extended manage- Health System Sunbelt; said Randy Haffner, chief Orlando in Orange ment contract, as well as Terry Shaw, chief financial executive office of City, Florida, ownership change, will officer of Florida Hospital; Volusia Medical Center. consists of the 97- expand the relationship Alex Carmicheal, president "This will translate into bed Fish Memorial between Florida Hospital of The Florida United extended resources and Hospital and the and Volusia Medical Methodist Children's expertise which will Volusia Medical Center. Florida Hospital Home; Joseph Henry, contribute to our ongoing Center Clinic, an will also continue to former West Volusia efforts to provide the very outpatient diagnostic extend its clinical and Hospital Authority chair- best health care for our and treatment center. support services to the man; Pat Northey, Volusia community." Medical Center," said County Council chair;

October, 1996 Southern Tidings ■ 19 Haitian teen may receive gift of sight AHS Sunbelt leaders support construction of Ukraine SDA church Michael Bonhomme, a satisfactory and sanitary 17-year-old from Haiti medical facilities in Haiti, Almost $52,000 was powerful witnessing tool whose eye disease has Reed decided to sponsor donated by Adventist for the 250,000 people caused severe clouding of him to come to the United Health System Sunbelt who reside there," said his corneas, may get the States for the eye surgery. facilities and employees Weiss, whose family is chance to see clearly for Eye surgeon, Marc to support the construc- from Lutsk. the first time in his life, Schwartz, MD, performed tion of a 700-seat Sev- "We are proud of this thanks to a team of good the surgery with the cornea enth-day Adventist accomplishment and plan Samaritans. provided by the Central church in Lutsk, a part of to help sponsor eight Violet Reed, a retired Florida Eye Bank. the Ukraine. couples from Adventist nurse from Titusville, Florida Hospital donated According to Tito Health System Sunbelt to Florida, learned of the operating room and the Weiss, chief financial attend the services when Bonhomme's condition surgical staff. officer for Sunbelt Home the church is dedicated," while serving as a mis- Bandages from Health Care, Inc., there is said Mardian J. Blair, sionary in Haiti. She was Bonhomme's left eye have a great need for an president of Adventist struck by the fact that been removed, but it may Adventist church in Health System Sunbelt. despite his extreme visual take awhile to determine Lutsk. impairment, Bonhomme the success of the trans- "Since an Adventist taught himself English plant. church does not currently Receive a copy of our and to play several Schwartz plans to exist in Lutsk, building 1995 Annual Report by musical instruments. replace Bonhomme's other the church will provide a calling (407) 975-1430 Because of the lack of diseased cornea next year. Art displays faith and healing and creates unity at Florida Hospital Waterman In January, Florida and fully funded by the Hospital Waterman dedi- Florida Hospital cated their Wall of Faith Waterman Auxiliary. and Healing, a creation of Great Works, in which 200 hand-painted tiles, individuals use paints, designed by patients, staff, markers and crayons on family and friends. paper instead of tiles, is The number has since also offered through this grown to 500 with a goal program. So far, 117 of 1,000 painted tiles. pieces of art are dis- "These tiles are special played throughout the because each of them hospital. express a personal story," Other art projects, said Kace Montgomery, which include employee director of the Arts in participation, include Medicine Program at sidewalk chalk drawing Public Relations Director Sue Pait and Hospital President Royce Florida Hospital contests and finger Thompson view the Wall of Health and Healing Waterman. "Some tiles painting. represent grief and anxiety, The most recent project sea. The paintings will improve the team spirit others demonstrate expres- is "Sharewell," which will progress to earth and and help create unity sions of hope." encourage employees to use space and eventually among our employees," The Wall of Faith and the stairways of the will extend to the top said Royce Thompson, Healing is a part of the hospital. The ground floor floor with a celestial president of Florida Arts in Medicine program of the stairwell will be theme. Hospital Waterman. which is run by volunteers paintings from under the "These projects

20 ■ Southern Tidings October, 1996 Memorial Hospital celebrates 25th Laser heart Innovative family "It is a privilege to anniversary surgery fitness partner with an organiza- tion like RDV Sports, Memorial Hospital in Several heart patients As the result of a joint which shares a common Manchester, Kentucky may be candidates for the venture, Florida Hospital vision and mission with celebrated its 25th new laser-assisted heart and RDV Sports, owners Florida Hospital, to create anniversary September surgery available at of the Orlando Magic and this piece of health and 13-17. Florida Hospital. As an the Solar Bears, broke sports history," said Festivities began with a alternative to traditional ground on May 6 for their Florida Hospital President Friday evening gospel bypass surgery, the new new community sports Tom Werner. concert by Nashville procedure, Transmyo- facility located in Mait- artist, Bill Young. cardial Revascularization land, Florida, near Or- The weekend also (TMR), uses a 1,000-watt lando. Chosen finalist for featured a special Sab- laser to blast tiny holes The new 365,000- HCFA Medicare bath School and church through the oxygen- square-foot RDV service followed by a starved heart muscle. Sportsplex will link the demonstration Sabbath evening Commu- "The procedure is not community's business, Florida Hospital's nity Gospel Sing. being recommended in lieu educational, medical and provider-sponsored Festivities ended with of conventional bypass athletic resources to create network, Florida Hospital an open house and special surgery, but as an alterna- a state-of-the-art, family- Healthcare System, was awards banquet, followed tive when the normal route oriented center. The recently selected as one of the next day with a would not be ideal," said facility will feature a two finalists in the state of community health fair. Cary L. Stowe, MD, who fitness club, sports Florida for the Health "We are proud of our is leading the TMR medicine center, restau- Care Financing Adminis- 25 years of quality clinical trials at Florida rant, retail shops, two ice tration (HCFA) Medicare service," said Henry Hospital. rinks, training facilities for Choices demonstration Scoggins, president of With the TMR proce- the Magic and Solar project. Memorial Hospital. dure, patients are not Bears, as well as a variety The Medicare Choices "What started as a dream placed on a bypass pump, of health services provided demonstration project is to serve the rural commu- therefore, the heart by Florida Hospital. designed to provide nity in Appalachian is continues to beat, which "The health and sports Medicare beneficiaries now a reality." decreases surgical proce- facility is a unique inte- expanded options among Located in the heart of dure time. gration of health, sports types of HMO's or the Appalachian Moun- In addition, TMR is less and medicine that previ- managed care plans, and tains, the 63-bed hospital than half the cost of ously has only been test new ways to finance provides healthcare to conventional bypass available to professional Medicare beneficiaries' 1,500 patients a month. surgery and patients spend athletes, and now creates a health care. Recent improvements less time in the hospital new approach to health Florida Hospital to Memorial Hospital and have fewer follow-up improvement for the whole Healthcare System is include expanded surgery visits. family," said Des awaiting a site review this and obstetrics depart- Based on patient Cummings, Florida summer by HCFA before ments, a growing rural volume and the criteria for Hospital executive vice being awarded final health service, community selecting candidates, president. approval as a Medicare health programs, addi- Florida Hospital expects The construction on the Choices demonstration tional home health to have close to 50 facility is anticipated to site. If approved, Florida agencies, cardiac rehabili- patients participate in the begin in July with a Hospital Healthcare tation and a new intensive study this year. projected opening in late System hopes to be care unit which will open 1997. operational by late 1996. soon.

October, 1996 Southern Tidings ■ 21 • Florida Hospital HEALTHCARE FACILITIES College of Health NEWS NOTES IN THE SOUTHERN UNION Sciences recently received • The 96,000-square-foot full accreditation from the Baptist Medical Plaza, Southern Association of Florida Hospital Waterman 201 N. Eustis Street, Box B located on the campus of Colleges and Schools. ADVENTIST Eustis, FL 32727 Tennessee Christian HEALTH SYSTEM 352-589-3333 Medical Center, is Park Ridge Hospital SUNBELT • H FA I. FFICARE L; ORPO RAI ION scheduled to open in received an $88,000 grant Gordon Hospital 1035 Red Bud Road October. from the Trustees of the East Pasco Medical Center PO Box 12938 Duke Endowment to help 7050 Gall Boulevard Calhoun, GA 30703 • More than $66,000 was establish a parish nurse Zephyrhills, FL 33541 706-629-2895 raised at the 1 1 th annual program, as well as 813-788-0411 Jellico Community Hospital Golden Gala hosted by approval for $167,000 in Emory-Adventist Hospital Hospital Road, Rt. 1 Tennessee Christian future support of the 3949 S. Cobb Drive PO Box 197 Medical Center in May. program. Smyrna, GA 30080 Jellico, TN 37762 Proceeds benefited the 770-434-07/0 423-784-7252 new Women's Diagnostic • Bob Dodd, president of Florida Hospital Memorial Hospital Center, which includes the East Pasco Medical 601 E. Rollins Street 401 Memorial Drive purchase of breast cancer Center, celebrated his Orlando, FL 32803 Manchester KY 40962 and osteoporosis screening 10th year as hospital 407-896-66/1 606-598-5104 equipment. president on July 30. • FH Altamonte Park Ridge Hospital 60/ E. Altamonte Drive Naples Road, PO Box /569 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Fletcher NC 28732 407-830-4321 704-684-8501 • Laugh—Humor and stress HEALTH are mutually exclusive. It is • FH Apopka Takoma Adventist Hospital virtually impossible to feel 201 N. Park Avenue 401 Takoma Avenue anxious and laugh at the Apopka, FL 32703 Greeneville, TN 37743 H I NTS same moment. 407-889-1000 423-639-3151 Tennessee Christian An increasing number of • Plan for a good day— • FH East Orlando Medical Center people experience the Approach each day in a 7727 Lake Underhill Drive physical and emotional Orlando, FL 32822 500 Hospital Drive pos'tive, upbeat, hopeful, Madison, TN 37115 impact of stress in their 407-277-8110 optimistic way. 6/5-865-2373 lives. Unmanaged stress • FH Kissimmee over a prolonged period • TCMC Portland • Play—Daily life should 200 Hilda Street of time not only can wear 105 Redbud Drive not be limited to chores, Kissimmee, FL 34741 you down but can Portland, TN 37148 duties and responsibilities. 407-846-4343 contribute to several Make time to play and 615-325-7301 physical problems. experience pleasure. Florida Hospital Walker Volusia Medical Center Here are some ways to 250/ Hwy. 27 North 1055 Saxon Boulevard help you get a handle on • Sleep—The best method PO Box 1200 Orange City, FL 32763 stress: for reducing tension may be Avon Park, FL 33825 904-851-5000 as simple as getting more 941-453-7511 • Seek God's Help— sleep nightly. • FH Lake Placid Sunbelt Health Care Centers Anchor or exercise your 1210 Hwy. 27 North 500 Winderley Place #I15 faith in God and the • Confide in a friend— Lake Placid, FL 33852 Maitland FL 3275/ promises of scripture. Talking over your stresses 941-465-3777 407-660-2440 will lighten the burden and • Be thankful—Anxiety will allow you to gain • FH Wauchula Sunbelt Home Health Care and stress can be reduced understanding and insight. 533 West Carlton Street 1600 Kuniami Trail when people take stock of PO Box 2355 PO Box 380549 Murdock, FL 33938 what is good in their lives Condensed jimn an article in Wauchula, FL 33873 941-255-9500 and express gratitude. Vibrant Life, July/August 1996. 941-773-3101

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"Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ" Acts 5:42 NIV. October 5 marks the beginning of NET '96. In the United States, in Canada, in the islands of the Caribbean, down through Central and South America, in Europe from Norway to Portugal, members of nearly 5,000 churches are going house to house preparing for October 5, the opening night of NET '96. With the gospel message being telecast in a dozen languages from Orlando, Florida, more people will have the opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus in their native language than on the Day of Pentecost. Now is the time to take advantage of this great outreach. Continue with Bible school contacts, invite them to the NET '96 meetings, and be there to greet them. Above all, pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit as the message goes out to a vast section of the world. Be a part of the biggest satellite event in Adventism.

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Education OC Awarded can be utilized in the classroom to NASA Scholarship augment traditional modes of instruction. Oakwood Col- Lack of financial lege--Karen Benn resources, at many Marshall, assistant institutions, limits professor and direc- anatomy instruction tor of the allied to use of textbooks health program at and lectures. How- Roy Taylor, Dean (left); Emanuel Fox worth; Joyce and Washington Oakwood, has been ever, human anatomy Johnson on the Reformed Theological Seminary campus. awarded a $78,577 is three-dimensional and can easily be grant from NASA's appropriate for him Marshall Space Flight depicted on a com- OC Graduate puter screen. during this occasion Center in Huntsville, and prompted him to Ala., for research Virtual reality Gets Special allows one to step contact the registrar's and development in Graduation office requesting his virtual reality. The through the com- puter screen into a degree be mailed in project title is, "The Oakwood College— lieu of his being Development, Assess- 3-D artificial world. It is expected that "For what is a man present for the gradua- ment, Validation and profited, if he shall tion ceremony. Enhancement (DAVE) an immersive learn- ing environment gain the whole world, However, his wife, of Virtual Reality for and lose his own Joyce, having observed Human Anatomy would afford quicker anatomic recognition soul?" (Matthew 16:26) his hard work toward Instruction." These words echoed this accomplishment The purpose of the and orientation, and a greater level in the mind of Wash- for many months, DAVE project is to ington Johnson II, encouraged him to develop an afford- of retention in human anatomy D.Min. (0.C. '83), contact the Dean's able P/C-based during early May 1996 office and request a virtual simulation of instruction. Roy E. Malcolm as he informed a special ceremony. the human body that fellow classmate, Ken Amazingly, this unusual Weathersby, of Re- request was granted by formed Theological the Dean, L. Roy Seminary in Jackson, Taylor, who agreed to tion for 1997. Miss., where he re- conduct a complete FHCHS The College plans ceived his D.Min., that graduation ceremony Receives SACS to expand its selec- he would not be exclusively for Johnson tion of allied health participating in the at Grace Chapel of Accreditation courses. FUCHS long-anticipated gradua- Reformed Theological president, David tion ceremony that was Seminary on Sunday, Florida Hospital— Greenlaw, speculated scheduled for Friday, June 2. Florida Hospital that the College is May 17, 1996, at 7:00 Attendees included College of Health looking seriously at p.m. his family, friends, and Sciences (FHCHS) developing programs Although the cer- several Adventist recently received full- for physician's assis- emony was conducted ministers, including accreditation from the tants, occupational by a religious institu- Emanuel Foxworth, who Southern Association therapist assistants, tion in a religious is also a graduate of of Colleges (SACS), and physical therapist facility, Johnson deter- Reformed Theological the entity that accred- assistants. mined that God's Seminary. its all major institu- FHCHS, located standards for him Johnson plans to tions of higher learn- behind Florida Hospi- required more—un- expand his ministry, ing in the southeast tal Orlando, is the equivocal obedience. since receiving his United States, includ- only health sciences lie was not willing to doctorate, to include ing all state universi- college in central risk violating God's inner-city ministries. ties in Florida. Florida. In Septem- hallowed time, acknowl- His dissertation en- FHCHS will now ber, the College edging the significance titled, "A Study of have the opportunity celebrated the grand of Sabbath observance. Crime and Violence in to develop additional opening and open He was also re- the Black Community: programs at the house of its new minded and encour- A Theological Perspec- College, including a 34,000 square foot aged during his deci- tive," has recently baccalaureate degree building. The building sion of the many afforded him an oppor- in nursing, currently will house an amphi- counsels he had given tunity to speak at the available at FHCHS theater, conference to members attending Black Congressional through an affiliation rooms, faculty lounge, nonAdventist institu- Caucas in September with Southern Col- distance learning tions to avoid gradua- 1996. He encourages lege. The FHCHS classrooms, and a tion ceremonies during all to stand firmly on Board of Trustees computer lab. Sabbath hours. His own God's principles. approved this addi- Tonja Jones counsel seemed very Roy E. Malcolm

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backsliders to be volunteers poured into Update drawn to the church. the church to help with Recently, as many as the job. Clifford Smith, 40 visitors appeared who is in charge of the one Sabbath morning. Bible study program, The same morning, had already made 300 former members came copies of lesson one of who had not come in Tony Cirigliano's Bible several years. The study materials. church was filled to The volunteers formed capacity. Then, re- an assembly line and quests for Bible studies collated, folded, and Some of the seniors invested at Columbia First. began coming in and stuffed the Bible all at once, there were studies, while others Senior Invested a senior's ministry in more than 200 Bible stamped the return their church. Several studies occurring. address and the return Carolina—Investiture. members were recog- The church was just envelope. Many hands The word conjures nized for their long life getting adjusted to the made light work and in pictures of young and the special bless- large flow of Bible just 50 minutes, the people receiving recog- ing they have imparted studies, when the job was finished and nition and awards for to the church and the Carolina Conference ready to be taken to their hard work. At the Lord's work over the aired radio spots on the post office. Columbia First church, years. Seventeen Asheville, N.C., radio When people see another kind of investi- members were actually stations for free Bible their prayers being ture was introduced invested during a studies in conjunction answered, they really this year. church service and with NET '96. Gene get excited. The entire Members of the more than 30 others Young, pastor, was job was completed just Columbia First church have met the require- speechless when ten minutes before believe that grey hair is ments for investiture Conference president prayer meeting. After a crown of glory and into the senior's Ken Coonley told him the prayer meeting, so they have developed ministry. the Greenville church everyone gathered Teri Fowle received 297 requests around the box of for Bible studies. When Bible studies to be the names of the mailed, laid hands on New Members with a set of Conflict requestors came to the the box, and had of the Ages. church the following prayer. The people Celebrate These new members Tuesday, Stella Young prayed. God answered NET '95 are actively enjoying placed all the names their prayers. The people their new family by on computer and ran responded to God's serving as song lead- Gulf States—The one labels for mailing. A answer. Now, it is ers, junior deacons, call for help was God's turn again—and year anniversary of new and assistants in members baptized sounded and at 5:40 we know lie will children's divisions. p.m. on Wednesday, answer. Stella Young during NET '95 was Now anticipation is recently celebrated in mounting for NET '96 the Floral Crest church. for more new family native American girls Each of the ten mem- members. Holbrook Dorm who attend the school bers was presented Rhoda Fern Stearns Dedicated in from throughout North America. McKee's Name More than 300 volunteers participated Georgia-Cumber- in the construction land—Children of Ruth project which got McKee gathered with underway with ground students, parents, staff breaking ceremonies a members, and others year ago. at Holbrook Indian Ellsworth McKee and Seven of the 10 new members who had an anniversary. School April 27, to Beth Alexander pointed dedicate a new girls to their mother's dormitory in her name interest in education as God to send people and to dedicate an the motivation for Community who are thirsty for His adjoining chapel in the providing funding for Responds to word. Each week, the memory of her daugh- the dormitory. Although Sunday morning men's ter, Wyn Stevens. trained as a teacher, Outreach prayer group, the The event marked she was only able to Monday morning ladies' the end of a major teach for one year Carolina—For quite Bible study group, the improvement project during her lifetime. The some time, the small Wednesday night prayer undertaken by remainder of her career group ministries mem- meeting, and the Friday Maranatha Volunteers was spent in manage- bers of the Greenville, night prayer group pray International and others ment of the McKee S.C., church have been for Bible studies and to provide living quar- Foods Corporation. praying intensively for for new people and ters for up to 80 Funding for the

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chapel was provided by percent of its support going a different direc- well as the Internet. Wyn's husband, John from individual gifts," tion for NET '96. They This comes through the Stevens and their said Rachel Terwilliger, have rented 54 large efforts of Darryl liosford, children, John Jr., and HIS development auditoriums for the recep- Grove City, Pa., and Steve Linda. director. The school is tion of the series. In Timm of Albany, N.Y. "These gifts are a now raising funds to addition, another 100 The Web site will offer tremendous blessing to furnish the rooms, an churches will be on line. materials and informa- Holbrook Indian School estimated $15,000 Aufderhar reports that tion for both the par- which receives 75 project. C. Elwyn Platner Romania expects 150 ticipants and the churches will be on meeting coordinators. line with Germany Participants will be able NAD Tithe Up tion. But Crumley cites having another 150 and to click on a map of another reason for the 60 or 75 in Spain and the United States over the territory they want in North gain: "I've watched Portugal. Additional NAD—Giving information about. The meet- America rose more conference after confer- interest is being shown ence. When they do in the British Union ing locations from that than expected in 1995, area will be displayed. according to George evangelism, they have with an anticipated 20 churches on line. The address for the Crumley, North Ameri- tithe gains. I think NET '95 had a lot to do For the English-speak- coordinator's area is: can Division treasurer. http://www.written.org/ Tithe increased 2.3 with our gain." ing, hearing-impaired, Both tithe and world there will be closed cap- net96 percent to almost $492 meeting_coordinator.html. million, and world mission giving in- tioning available for the mission giving in- creased more than local congregation to use. For the general public the access for NET '96 creased 3.5 percent to inflation across the Information about more than $23 million. two-year period. The NET '96 will be avail- information is: http:// Crumley explained largest tithe percentage able to the thousands www.written.org/net96/. Mort Juberg why the gain was larger gain was in the South- who peruse the WEB as than expected. "We had ern Union, which had a 53 Sabbaths in 1994, 5 percent gain; the Youth and 52 Sabbaths in 1995. Lake and Mid-America So the 1995 gain is unions had gains almost 4 percent when greater than 4 percent. averaged over two The largest mission offer- years," he said. ing gain was in the South- North America has western Union, which renewed its emphasis had an 11 percent gain. on stewardship educa- Kermit Netteburg

NET '96 Broadcasts line for NET '95. Present plans call for in Native Language Mark Finley's sermons Zion Hill Pathfinders and Adventurers. from Orlando, Fla., to Southern Union— be aired simultaneously Zion Hill Spon- Many friends and NET '96 may not come in French, German, members gave liberal in as many languages Spanish, Portuguese, sors First Camp contributions and as people heard on the and Romanian. There is a donations to help the Day of Pentecost when possibility of adding Southeastern—This youth with the pur- the Apostle Peter Hungarian or Slavic trans- past summer, the Zion chase of camping preached his mighty lation to the broadcast. Hill church in equipment. The Red sermon. But one thing Glenn Aufderhar, who Hawthorne, Fla., cel- Cross also sponsored is certain, more listen- is coordinating the ebrated the first camp- two weeks of swimming ers will have the oppor- overseas transmissions, out for the Pathfinders. classes conducted by tunity to hear the gospel reports that the Inter- The following weekend, June Jones, employee in their native language American Division has August 1-4, the Adven- of the Red Cross and than ever before. voted to help each church turers attended a member of the In addition to the of 200 members or Camporee with many Interlachen English language to be more to get equipped local sister churches church. heard in approximately for the series. The Inter- involved. E. Tynes 2,000 churches in North American Division covers America, there will be a vast territory reaching an equal number of south through Mexico, Pathfinders Visit Nova Scotia, for the foreign language trans- covering the scattered 1996 Teen Adventure lations that will span island republics of the Nova Scotia Mission Trip. The large areas of the globe. Caribbean to the purpose was to con- This means that people nations of Columbia, Gulf States—Twenty- duct four vacation in 4,000 churches and Venezuela, Guyana, eight teen Pathfinders Bible schools in four halls will hear the Adventist Suriname, and French and 13 adults left area churches, besides message, an unprec- Guiana on the north Birmingham, Ala., working at the edented total compared coast of South America. Saturday night, July 13, elementary and second- to the 676 churches on The church in Brazil is headed to Halifax, ary schools in Bedford.

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Goodwill restrooms, cut grass, cleaned and painted Ambassadors the cafeteria, and Visit Pugwash painted the flagpole. They also dug trenches Village for electric and water and built supports for Georgia-Cumber- relocating cabins. land—It's two weeks of The group not only hard labor. Getting up assisted at the camp, early and working late, but helped clean the but the 36 Pathfinders beach in Pugwash and staff count it a Village. Because of the privilege to be part of cold climate and rough the Pathfinder Mission winters, the beaches Challenge trip. For the are laced with debris. past 11 years, Path- They removed logs and finder/Junior Youth trash, cleaning over a Teen Pathfinders assisting with crafts in the Nova Scotia VBS. ministries director of quarter of a mile of the Georgia-Cumberland beach property in Along with the Herald Publishing Conference John preparation for a good experience of Company, the Swafford has organized community homecom- helping the churches Boston area, and an outreach mission ing week. Commenting in their local communi- Peggy's Cove, one of trip for teenagers. This on the work the young ties, the teens were Canada's most beauti- year the two-week people did, Mayor also privileged to ful locations. excursion was to Harold Patterson said, tour the Review and Sharryn Mahorney Pugwash Seventh-day "It makes one think, Adventist Summer very seriously, how our Camp in Nova Scotia, teens and younger Canada. Pugwash is people can be instilled located on the northern to do wonderful things coast on the North and help others. As Humberland Straits goodwill ambassadors, across from Prince for your church and Edward Island. faith, for your commu- What did these nities and country, you teenagers accomplish could not have left a while there? They better impression on painted 13 cabins, us." renovated two Patricia Foster

Five teen campers at their baptism with Keith DiDomenico (left), pastor, and Bill Wood, director. Summer Camp work have been in- vested—so that youth is More may have the opportu- nity away from their than Fun busy lives to have opportunities to make Gulf States—More eternal decisions for than 600 campers Jesus. This does not enjoyed a week of Louis Licht, Brent Miller, and Elizabeth Thomas enjoy working to include the hundreds help clean the beach at Pugwash Village. summer camp at one who have accepted of the nine camps held Jesus for the first time at Camp Alamisco, and the 30+ who have VBS Features started with a 100-yard- including three weeks asked for Bible studies dash and other Olym- of camps held by two in preparation for Olympic Flavor pic style events. After other denominations. baptism. the events, watermelon A highlight of the In keeping with the Carolina—The fun was served to all summer was the Olympic theme, hun- and excitement of the participants and visitors. baptism held Sabbath dreds of campers at Olympic Games came This special VBS was afternoon of Teen Alamisco this summer to the Seventh-day not only for children Camp—five teen camp- received a gold Olym- Adventist church of but was also partially ers rededicated their pic medallion as a Raleigh as this years by children. Five youth lives to Jesus. This is symbol of their com- vacation Bible school from the church made the reason thousands mitment to follow program started with up the "Good Life of dollars and thou- Jesus all the way. approximately 65 young Team." Each evening, sands of hours of hard Bill Wood people. The VBS the team presented a

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brought with her found it interesting that several articles used the members bowed to during the ceremonies. the Torah, kissed the She stayed for the prayer book and wore church service and prayer shawls. They shared in a fellowship were surprised that dinner. She brought refreshments were some Sabbath bread served after the service and other Jewish food consisting of real wine to share. and fish as well as On July 20th the Sabbath bread and youth visited the fruit. They told the Asheville Synagogue. leaders later that they The youth were im- would like to go to pressed with the Friday night service chanting of prayers and when the Jewish youth the members hugging take over the and kissing during the program. The Raleigh "Good Life Team" of Leah Brown (left), Jason Fitts, service. The youth Shirley A. Wallstrom Jennifer Meyer, and Tim Fitts. modern-day-skit with a The children enjoyed timely message from guessing how Pastor Program Features Adventist. the Bible. Jim's stories would end. At last report from After each evening's It was an exciting "No Fear Bible Cirigliano, there are 15 presentation, Jim week filled with many students participating Rochester told a story blessings as the Lord Studies" in the program with a for the children. How- allowed church mem- total of 20 Bible ever, the endings of bers to witness to Carolina—The Gospel studies. This report each story was told on others in the community. Worker's Training came after three the next night of VBS. Ted Fowle Program is back on the sessions with the road again. This time students. the program has been The "No Fear" pro- taken to Mount Pisgah gram was developed to Academy. Morganton, directly target youth in N.C., pastor Tony equipping them to Cirigliano and witness to their peers. Morganton church The program was member Tom Fite, tested with youth at placed a sign-up sheet the Morganton church at the Academy for with tremendous students who would success. In the first like to learn how to lesson of the program, present Bible studies. the youth are intro- The "No Fear" program duced to Christ. The Savannah Pathfinders. had only one major series then goes on to stipulation. All students train youth in prepar- Savannah Youth message challenging who participate must ing and giving Bible the youth to always commit to giving a studies and a gospel Celebrate stand for right, even Bible study to at least presentation to Pathfinder Day when wrong is most one person who is not others. popular. The afternoon a Seventh-day Ted Fowle South Atlantic—On was a beehive of Sabbath, August 3, the outreach ministries in Savannah, Georgia, which all participated. Hundreds that was specifically Pathfinder Club under An awards banquet in designed to challenge the leadership of the evening recognized Attend Youth them to put tennis Patricia Lonon and her and honored the youth Rally shoes on their staff, conducted an of the church for their Christianity. extraordinary Pathfinder positive contributions The theme of the day. to the missions of the Georgia-Cumber- weekend was "Service Vanard Mendinghall church. land—On April 6, that Saves." Every brought an inspiring Vanard Mendinghall the Johnson City, aspect of the program Tenn., church hosted from the music to the its annual youth rally at workshops focused on Fairview Youth the Asheville Syna- the visitor's center in service. Harold gogue. On June 8, a Jonesborough, Cunningham, chaplain Visit Synagogue woman of the Jewish Tennessee's, oldest city. of Atlanta Adventist Faith visited the Approximately 200 Academy, was the main Carolina—The Fairview Sabbath youth came from speaker. The program Fairview, N.C., youth school to tell about the around the conference also featured the Sabbath school visited Jewish religion. She to experience a day drama team from

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