Solt .(1. liuctalitast 14111c.-E. Facilds. km: Jet-At H H 11 Md.,: C' ftL Sonit s by Sherrie Platt ow from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour tier T. Jesus cried with a loud voice 'My God, my God, why hast thou for- saken me?' And Jesus cried again with a loud voice and yielded up Star- his spirit. And behold, the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom; and the earth shook, and the rocks were split..." (Mat- thew 27:45, 46, 50, 51 RSV). The winds blew, the lightening flashed, and the thunder rolled in the Chattanooga area late Friday night of Easter weekend. Around 1:00 a.m. tornadoes touched down throughout southeastern Tennes- see, including Collegedale. Early Sabbath morning Bud Platt, head deacon of the Collegedale church, walked up his road and saw the destruction left after the storm. Power was out, trees lay across the road, houses, and cars. By 6:00 a.m. he was on his way to the church and University campus to once again set up the lean-tos, tarps, and tents that had been put up on Friday in preparation for the SonRise Resurrection Pageant on Sabbath. Imagine his surprise to find everything still standing, although tornadoes had touched down cir- cling the church less than a mile away. Sabbath dawned sunny and beautiful. This is the second year the Collegedale church has presented SonRise, a walk-through resurrec- tion pageant. More than 4,000 people viewed the pageant—almost double the number who attended last year. Ten groups of 450 were scheduled to leave at 30-minute intervals. To distribute the crowd among the available tours, free tickets were offered. A week be- fore the pageant all the tickets were gone. Inelda liefferlin, the church secretary, began a waiting list for those still desiring to come. A Chattanooga Christian radio sta- tion called to say they were inter- ested in helping the church pro- mote the SonRise pageant. With- out a supply of tickets, the church had to decline. "Community response was incred- ible," remarked Ed Wright, senior pastor. "Our members, inviting co- workers, neighbors, and friends, proved they are involved in friend- ship evangelism. To bridge preva-

May, 1997 lent misunderstandings, to unite More than 300 people—includ- young and old in a common min- ing church members, SAU, istry, to lift Jesus in our commu- Collegedale Academy, and Spalding nity, this has proven most effec- Elementary students, Advent Home tive." students and staff, and those in the community who brought their animals—participated in the pag- eant. The pageant began in the sanc- "Community tuary with ten vignettes of Christ's life. Simon of Cyrene then invited response was the crowd to go with him to look for Jesus. He led them across the incredible. . . .„ church yard, past shepherds and a leper colony to the gates of Our members, Jerusalem. Pageant viewers wit- nessed city life as shoppers bar- inviting gained for the best buy from ven- dors who were hawking their wares co-workers, of food, cloth, beads, pottery, birds, and baskets. Young girls danced neighbors, and through the crowd singing Jewish songs. A snake-handler carried an friends, proved eight-foot boa constrictor through the crowd much to the dismay of they are involved some. Soon a shout arose, "Here comes in friendship Jesus! Praise God!" Jesus made his way through the crowd riding evangelism. a donkey, surrounded by his fol- lowers. People waved palm branches and shouted "Hosanna!" Soldiers and Pharisees scoffed as he rode by. The scenes continued across Southern's campus. Viewers wit- •11•RIIM•

Volume 91 SOUTHERN TIDINGS (USPS 507-000) Number 5 Published monthly by the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Free to members; $8 May, 1997 yearly subscription to others. Second-class postage paid at Decatur, Ga., and at additional mailing Southern Tidings ■ 3 offices. POSTMASTER: send changes of address to SOUTHERN TIDINGS, P.O. Box 849, Decatur, GA 30031. nessed the Last Supper and Jesus praying to Its heavenly Father in Gethsemane. Soon shouts from the angry mob could be heard as they made their way up the hill and dragged Jesus to Pilate's court. Soldiers on horseback led the way from the judgment hall to Golgotha with Jesus, and then Simon, carrying the cross. Enroute, viewers passed near the body of Judas, the betrayer, hanging from a tree.

Soldiers on horseback led the way from the judgment hall to Golgotha. . . .

After Jesus spoke his last words on the cross, a clap of "thunder" sounded across the campus. As covering the tomb entrance rolled aspects as well. Michael Magursky, Jesus was lowered from the cross away as applause filled the gym- lighting designer for the resurrec- by His disciples, John, portrayed nasium. After Jesus ascended into tion scene says, "Around the eighth by Larry Blackwell, sang "Were You the sky, an angel asked, "Why do performance we began to have There When They Crucified My you stand looking into heaven? This problems with the lighting equip- Lord?" same Jesus, who was taken up ment. As the last group was exit- Special lighting effects trans- from you into heaven, will come ing the gym we lost power to over formed the gymnasium into the again." half the lights." 1:71 scene at Joseph of Arimathea's God was looking after the pag- tomb. As an angel appeared above eant not only with providing per- Sherrie Platt is the director of the tomb, soldiers on guard fect weather after a night of torna- communication at the Collegedale dropped to the ground. The stone does, but with other technical church.

4 ■ Southern Tidings May, 1997 Sunday Morning Breakfasts Makes Friends for Jesus with the Homeless by Betty Kossick reminded me in His quiet voice that donations with their meager earnings. these down-and-outers are also His One man who turned his life around pimi he homeless can be found children," Bayless says. returned to give a generous donation. ' in virtually every American The invitation was taken to the Once Bayless recalls, a relative of community," says Thomas men and they came, cautious at first. one of the men came to tell the I6. Kenyon, president of an Twenty-five, 35, up to 50 at a time breakfast kitchen crew of her apprecia- advocacy group, the National Alliance come every Sunday. Sometimes a tion for what had been done for him. to End Homelessness (NAEH). The woman or two also comes to the Marianne recalls with emotion, "And woods in Jupiter, Florida, is where some dining room in the little church on we've seen the joy of one baptism. of these people without homes live. Fern Street in Jupiter. One Sunday morning with all the In 1990, when Marianne Bayless But more than breakfast is sup- breakfast bunch in attendance, Frank accepted the position of community plied to these homeless ones. Ser- was lowered into the baptismal water services leader for the Jupiter, Florida, mons aren't a part of this ministry; —his face glowing. It was a moun- church she knew that all of her crew unless you'd call a clean, used tee- tain-top experience for all of us. A held full-time jobs, so their service shirt, razor, soap, deodorant, sham- few weeks later Frank died. He sleeps would require mostly weekend time. poo, even toilet tissue a sermon. Or now, waiting for Jesus to wake him." She also knew that the days were perhaps a haircut? How is all this financed? A small past from when she and her mother "Since they don't have addresses, amount is allotted from the church used to go to the Dorcas Society's we keep a supply of stamped post- budget, while some members donate weekly quilting bees and sort clothes, cards on hand for them to write to directly for the cause through the iron, and keep the sewing machines their families. We've filled prescrip- community services fund. Members humming. Not that these needs aren't tions for them, after they've been to also donate foods, such as eggs (six viable today—simply not as neces- the hospital for emergency care," to eight dozen are used weekly), and sary due to other public agency Bayless explains. clothing. A local supermarket gives gen- provisions. In those days it was mostly "We even help them obtain their erous donations of bread and pastries. mothers with children asking for birth certificates, so they can get "The breakfast kitchen crew speak clothes or food. Rarely did a man work," Bayless adds. about how this has had a spiritual cross the threshold asking for help. "We also celebrate everyone's birth- impact on them—and they glow when Today's needy are more often home- day," she says with the same enthus- they say it. It's hard to explain un- less, destitute men. Their needs are iasm the men feel when it's "their day." less you're a part of it," Bayless stresses. multi-faceted. Thus, the volunteer "The spiritual impact is seen in Of course, there's more time put crew decided to help these home- many ways. The men enjoy the prayer into these breakfasts than simply cook- less by providing a Sunday morning circle, their eyes often fill with tears— ing a meal. The meals have to be breakfast. This project became the and they appreciate a pat on the planned, food purchased, and stored. thrust of Jupiter's Adventist Commu- hand or a hug when we listen to The police are aware of the break- nity Services, and in essence another their sad stories. Stories of wasted fast program for the homeless at the arm of the homeless advocacy. lives but our time is not wasted as Adventist church and are supportive "For instance, in lieu of Thanksgiv- we aim to be their friends and let of the efforts. ing baskets, a Thanksgiving dinner is Jesus shine through us," she says. Bayless emphasizes, "Our Sunday prepared for any homeless person Bayless remarks that the most often morning breakfasts for the home- who comes for the meal. This is done asked question of each new break- less are not in addition to commu- in addition to the Sunday breakfasts— fast diner is, "This is a church, where nity services, it is our community every Sunday, with no exceptions. is everybody?" They didn't hear any services program. It's extremely time "Because the Jupiter church doesn't preaching or singing. Since the break- consuming—but oh, so rewarding. have a Pathfinder club, some of the fast crew is only a half-dozen of the All the crew is so dedicated. I them." youth participate with the homeless church members the question always Bayless says that the Sunday breakfasts too," Bayless says. is appropriate and opens the door morning breakfasts are like the While most of the homeless live in to tell about the Sabbath. completion of a circle, a circle started the woods, some live under bridges and Trust soon becomes a part of the when she was a young mother, in- other make-shift shelters. So how did "diners" who come. Bayless says, fluenced by her mother, the Dorcas they learn about the Sunday breakfasts? "They know they'll always be wel- leader of the Akron, Ohio, church. "Around the corner from the church come. They don't have to join the "I remember how loving those is a day-labor-force office. Most of church to be fed." Dorcas ladies were to me and the the laborers are dirty, desperate, and Some of the men have turned their people who came. They set an ex- drug-addicted. They have nothing in lives around, stopped drinking, ob- ample. They met each week to ad- worldly possessions," she points out. tained full-time jobs, bought cars, dress the needs of the poor, we meet "At first I felt outraged. I had no rented a room and put their home- to care for the homeless," Bayless ❑ respect for these men. But Jesus lessness behind them. Some even give pointed out.

May, 1997 Southern Tidings • 5 Horses 'Help Ki p Connect With Go Camp Kulaqua/ Summer Ca

by JoAnne Chitwood Nawack insecurity, emerged as she gently bent the stubborn horse's will to y horse was there for me her own. She returned home from when no one else was. the pack trip with a new sense of Through the turmoil of my confidence in her abilities. M early teen years, I poured "We're placing even more em- all the affection of my young heart phasis on the horses now as an on that horse. lie was my counse- integral part of our camp experi- lor, my friend, my true love. I ence," says Phil Younts, adminis- wouldn't be who I am today if it trative director for Camp Kulaqua. hadn't been for my relationship "Our activity staff has discovered with him." that inanimate objects just don't The young woman's story isn't have the appeal of live animals. an isolated one. A strong bond The animals interact with the kids. Participating in the horse's care helps teach forms between children and horses They have personalities. They need children valuable lessons in responsibility. when they are given the opportu- the love and affection the kids have nity to interact. As a staff wrangler to offer as much as the kids need instructors for Camp Kulaqua and at Camp Kulaqua in the late 1970's, to give it." other Adventist and nonAdventist I had the privilege of watching Dave Camp Kulaqua, according to camps across North America. Handi- Snow, our head wrangler, match Younts, has expanded its horse- capped recreational riding is an- campers to horses to bring out the manship program to include year other area that the camp is look- strengths of both. The results were around horsemanship in addition ing closely at developing more fully nothing short of magical. to the standard summer camp in the future. Camp Kulaqua's One shy young girl appeared to experience. A new barn, with an wranglers currently assist handi- be overshadowed by her vivacious, indoor riding arena, miles of horse- capped children with riding the outgoing twin sister. Snow paired back riding trails, and a string of trails. They watch with pride as her with the most strong-willed 50 horses provide a "once in a the children push beyond their horse in the stable for the horse lifetime" wrangling experience for limitations to develop confidence pack trip. As the week wore on, city-dwelling kids (and their par- and independence on horseback. we all saw a transformation occur ents) who otherwise would never "It's great," says one wrangler, in the quiet girl. An inner strength, know the squeak of saddle leather, who boosted a young vision-im- previously hidden under layers of the musty-sweet odor of horse paired camper into the saddle and sweat, or the thrill of a gallop sent him on his way down the trail At Camp Kulaqua in High Springs, Florida, with the others. "These kids have wranglers match campers to horses to bring through the woods. out the strengths of both. The camp is certified by the Camp more gumption than my sighted Horsemanship Association and each riders sometimes. Putting them on spring operates a clinic to certify a horse is like giving them wings to fly. They love it." Miles of horseback riding trails offer oppor- Younts agrees. "We've seen what tunities for campers and horses to get to riding horses can do for these kids. know each other, forming bonds that may It gives them a faith in themselves impact the campers for a lifetime. that they may not be able to de- velop any other way. That's why we want to become a therapeutic riding center," he says. "This bond between kids and horses is also a very spiritual thing, whether the kids are handicapped or not. As the campers relate to the horses, they learn what it means to give and receive unconditional love. I can't think of a better way to teach them about God."

May, 1997 Annual Men s Convention a Powe Experience wild animals was open at one point tic or sin that they would like Christ and Saturday night provided the to take from them. Then, at the chance to play basketball, volley- spring's side and after a prayer, ball, and to participate in a rodeo they threw the water-soluble pa- at the camp horse facility. pers into the water; the papers These leisure activities took a slowly dissolved and flowed down back seat, however, to the spiri- the stream out of sight. The men These three men praying together after the tual fellowship. Most men focused then paired up and proceeded to foot washing summarize the weekend in the on what they were going to take perform, what was for many, a deep, most powerful way possible with a display back to their families and churches. moving foot-washing service. of spiritual togetherness. Edwin Henderson of the Miramar Many were so uplifted by the church expressed it this way, "There weekend that they were "already by Michael Yancey is a connection here between you planning on next year's conven- and your brother—a connection that tion and bringing some friends," we can take back to our churches. said Frank Peters of Mt. Dora. here is great power in spiri- We also must take back an atti- The 1998 Men's Convention will tual community," Gordon tude of love." be conducted March 20-22. CI Retzer, newly elected Florida Taking what is experienced dur- T Conference president, was ing the weekend back to respec- Michael Yancey is a correspondent not exaggerating. He spoke these tive churches is part of the intent. with the Florida Conference com- words to hundreds of men repre- "The men come here mostly with munication department. senting more than 60 Florida their men's prayer groups from churches gathered at Camp Kula church. They interact here together, qua for a weekend of spiritual then go back to their respective rejuvenation and direction. churches and share, as a group, "This weekend is an opportunity what they learned," says Greg Cain, to reaffirm our commitment to God a guest speaker and associate and family and spouse. Our sons pastor for family ministries at Forest must see men committed to God,' Lake church. said Eric Allen, men's ministries The unique foot-washing service director at the Maranatha church at the crystal clear spring water in Miami. His voice conveyed ex•- near the chapel was a final expe- citement about a weekend driven rience that crystallized the week- by the powerful spiritual commu- end. The men were each given a nity of these men. small piece of paper. Guest speaker Lebert Francis, a local elder of Ron Clouzet, associate professor the Maranatha church, said he saw of church ministry at Southern the convention "as an opportunity Bonanza's theme song was played over the to bridge the gap between the Adventist University in Collegedale, loud speakers at the Saturday night rodeo. younger, older, fathers and sons, Tennessee, instructed the men to Men participated in the country/wild west write on it a personal characteris- night at Camp Kulaqua's horse corral. and how to show a son to be a man by setting a spiritual example." The unique foot-washing service at the men's convention was memorable. Water-soluble Francis was moved emotionally. papers carrying notes of their burdens drifted slowly down the stream out of sight much "There were occasions where I like our own problems when we give them to Christ. \ stopped singing and listened to the men singing. It almost moved me to tears." lie was not alone. "There is atonement here," says Frank Peters of the Mt. Dora church. "Through the singing and kneeling together at the front of the chapel, and putting our hands on each other's shoulders or touching each other's backs, we felt the power of prayer. We felt the Holy Spirit." The convention was more than meetings, prayers, and testimoni- als. There was ample opportunity to take walks and meditate on the lush campus. A zoo which houses

May, 1997 , PROFILES

CAROLINA Association in Miami. The Asso- Sixth-grade Wilmington church ciation honors school student Robert Kaiser public and private recently received a first-place school student award in an essay contest. The services workers Institute for Creation Research who have sent speakers to Wilmington, demonstrated expertise and N.C., to present a two-day exemplary skills in seminar on Creation Science. Robert was fascinated with what performing their he was learning and attended roles as human growth profes- additional meetings with his dad sionals. This includes creativity, imagination, high level of and brother. A local group of Christian educator's decided to energy, and expert skills in sponsor an essay/poster contest performing and coordinating on Creation vs. Evolution and his/her program. Ramos is head counselor at the Hialeah-Miami opened the contest to all area Youth in Action Lakes Adult Education Center in Christian schools. Robert re- Church School Rally Day was held Hialeah, and is a member of ceived a first prize of $25 for in Goldsboro, N.C., March 1, 1997. the Miami Portuguese church in his age division. He also re- This is an annual day when all the Miami. "She genuinely cares and ceived a letter from the spon- youth take part in the program. wants to make a difference in sors congratulating and encour- Nathaniel Lyles, Jr., of Winston- aging him in his walk with the Salem Ephesus Jr. Academy, de- people's lives," says Robert Villano, principal at Hialeah- Lord. livered the message. He is a sev- enth grade student, loves people, Miami Lakes. "She continually sports, and the Word of God. He goes beyond the call of duty in is the son of Doris Lyles, and the service to our school and late Nathaniel Lyles. FLORIDA Lyles' message focused on the community, finding jobs for young people and used the text students, obtaining scholarships, Brian Pleasants, from Ecclesiastes 12:1. "Remem- and calling or writing to stu- chaplain at Florida ber now thy Creator in the days of dents who have excessive thy youth, while the evil days come Hospital Lake Placid, absences to motive them to not, . . ." He emphasized that the stay in school. A successful will be granted mem- youth today need to remember that ber status in the the struggles that we face are vast. motivator to bring out the best College of Chap- And that it's going to take in students, she works on a lains, Inc. at the prayer and communication with God. one-to-one basis and does College of Chaplains "He is the most important being in whatever it takes to make her our lives." When we pray, we acknowl- and Association of students succeed," adds Maida edge God. "A good example," he said, Williams, assistant principal. Mental Health Clergy "is the Lord's prayer." 1997 Annual Meet- Lyles stressed the fact that even ing in San Diego this month. when we're studying for tests, the Lord will bring back thoughts. "And Chaplain Pleasants has served GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND in his role since November, by all means, ask the Lord for understanding." Another important 1995. lie was ordained in June, issue that today's youth need to June Butler 1996. Prior to that, he com- watch out for is choosing friends. grew up in the pleted a clinical residency at "By all means check out who you Coalfield, Tenn., Florida Hospital Orlando and hang out with, it's definitely not everybody," he added. area. As a child, pastored churches in Lake City, she went to High Springs, and St. Peters- Then Lyles went to Proverbs 22:6, which states "train up a child in the Sabbath school burg. He holds a master's way he should go; and when he is with friends, but degree in divinity from Andrews old, he will not depart from it." never joined the University Theological Seminary. The 12-year-old said that we need church. In Novem- Gayle, Brian's wife, serves the to go back to that old time reli- gion: singing family songs, learn- ber 1995, June, Heartland area as a dental along with four hygienist. ing scriptures, and praying together. He ended by telling the youth grandchildren, were baptized and others to take a strong hold after attending an evangelistic Assiria Ramos has received the Jesus and stand on His Word; then series held by Roy Caughron, Colleague Award for Exemplary repeated the text Exodus 20:12. vice president for pastoral Services by the Dade Counseling ministries for the Georgia-

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Cumberland Conference. It was members saluted him as he walked during this time June and her down the aisle. Brittany Cooper, husband, Sterling, were going his goddaughter, opened the pro- through a very traumatic experi- gram with his favorite scripture; ence—their youngest son had and a favorite song by Iris been murdered. "Court sessions Harden of Raleigh, N.C. The filled me with constant thoughts program consisted of John's of revenge," said June. "I hated early years growing up given by the one who took my precious his mother, 011a B. Hairston. Of son's life." Members of the course, this segment brought Coalfield church rallied around about much humor. Other the Butler family during this family members presented tragic time. "I appreciate my tributes, including Hairston's church family and their support. married years given by Elder They truly helped us through Calvin Preston. Most of his this terrible ordeal," remarked friends and associates who June. Today June is an active know him well, find Hairston to church member teaching in be a dedicated church member; Sabbath school, working in along with his love for people, community services, and partici- and the caring for the smallest pating in the Investment pro- things of life. Other special gram. Last summer she dedi- music was given by Marcus cated some of her tomato Hairston, son, and Lillian Ingram. plants as her project, and they A finale was given by the Marshall produced more than she ever family. expected. "I gave the plants to God just like I gave Him my heart," June said. June rejoices A Human Resource over her partnership with God. Specialist "I believe everyone should have Prudence LaBeach Pollard, a project," she said. This year Ph.D., vice president for adminis- there will be a third partner tration, planning, and human re- involved with Investment. sources at Oakwood, recently Sterling will be joining her. He earned certification as a Profes- was baptized February 8 as a sional in Human Resources (PHR). result of NET '96. The certification, awarded by the Human Resources Certification Jenny Reifsnyder Institute (HRCI), signifies that Pol- has returned from lard has demonstrated in theoreti- cal knowledge and practical expe- Brazil where she rience a commitment to personal worked on medical excellence and to the human re- launches on the source profession. YEARS Amazon River. She To be certified as a FUR, Pollard AS Ii4ARIKSEriPACE assisted in coordi- had to pass a comprehensive v. nating clinics minis- examination and have at least four M tering to the people years of professional HR exempt along the Amazon. level experience or a combination She graduated from of professional experience and Golden education. Pollard earned the Ph.D. Southern with an Associate in educational leadership through Anniversary degree in nursing. a program of studies in evalua- tion, measurement, and research Convention design. The fiRCI is the credentialing SOUTH ATLANTIC body for human resource profes- August 6-9, 1997 sionals and is affiliated with the Albuquerque, NM In much surprise, Society for Human Resource Man- John Hairston rose agement (SHRM), the world's larg- Write the NAD Office for to his feet when he est organization dedicated exclu- sively to the human resource pro- reservation details heard,"John Hair- fession. The Institute's purpose is 12501 Old Columbia Pike ston," come on to promote the establishment of Silver Spring, MD 20904 down, this celebra- professional standards and to rec- or call 301-680-6450 tion service is for ognize professionals who meet you!" Many of John's those standards. family and church Roy E. Malcolm

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TWENTY-TWO STUDENTS AND THREE SPON- After the NET '96 meetings with Mark Fin- SORS FROM MOUNT PISGAH ACADEMY TRAV- ley, the Albemarle, N.C., church members ELED TO BAJA, MEXICO, TO HELP BUILD decided to implement the Finley cooking school. AN ORPHANAGE MARCH 16-23. The week The members were excited to welcome more was full of hammers, wheelbarrows, and ce- than 20 attenders each night. During the course ment. After several ten-hour days in the hot of the meetings, more than 30 guests from Mexico sun, students enjoyed a "day-off" at the community had come to participate in the the San Diego Zoo. The group built an orphan- meetings. age, in addition to their faith. Each evening THE NEW BERN, N.C., SPANISH CHURCH and morning, a group leader spent time with WAS ORGANIZED FEBRUARY 22, 1997, WITH the students and their prayer journals, keep- 47 MEMBERS. There were a total of 85 people ing the focus and motivation of their mission attending the opening ceremony and service. on Christ and His will. Leading out in the organization service were Mary Boughman donated her late father's Ken Coonley, Carolina Conference president, COIN COLLECTION to the Union, S.C., church. Samuel Romero, Hispanic ministries director, The coins were sold, and the proceeds used and Mario F. Munoz, pastor of the New Bern to purchase a collection of ancient pottery, Jacksonville, and New Bern Spanish churches. coins, and artifacts from the Middle East. The More than 65 laypersons traveled to Char- items date from the time of Abraham to six lotte to gain TRAINING IN YOUTH AND YOUNG hundred years after Christ. Included are an- ADULT MINISTRY with the team of profes- cient oil lamps, dishes, bowls, jars, pots, surgical sionals from Next Step Seminars. Young adult instruments, coins, and relics. A special dis- professional Karl Haffner, led out in the track play will be built so the collection can be dealing with young adultministry in the local shown and used for evangelism in the Union church. community.

FLORIDA CONFERENCE PRISON MINISTRIES Youth for Christ" crusade March 1-22. The DISTRIBUTED 6,390 BIBLE LESSON SETS meetings were well-attended by visitors and AND RELATED MATERIALS IN 1996. This church members. included 1,501 six-lesson sets, 690 32-lesson Thirty-eight blocks of Deltona streets are sets, and 4,199 pieces of related material. under ADOPT-A-STREET care by seven re- Since Florida Prison Ministries began distrib- tired Deltona church members. Individuals tend uting lessons in 1992, 162,619 lessons and to varying numbers of blocks—between four other pieces of material have been distrib- blocks cared for by Broheim Ebbess, and 14 uted. by Kathleen Watson. THE EAST PASCO ADVENTIST EDUCA- THE PALATKA PATHFINDER CLUB CRE- TIONAL CENTER IN DADE CITY WAS THE ATED A ONE-OF-A-KIND LICENSE TAG WITH RECIPIENT OF A $1,650 GIFT FROM THE THE PATHFINDER EMBLEM AND THE WORD TINY TIM PROGRAM AT EAST PASCO MEDI- "PATHFINDERS" across it. It was designed as CAL CENTER. Funds are awarded each year a fund-raiser for the Palatka club and made to help children in need. Monies for the school available nationally to all clubs. were used to assist tuition payments of wor- On March 25, the Winter Springs church thy students. Previous gifts to organizations presented THE TOUCHING OF JESUS, a music have helped children through a domestic vio- and living parable celebration of Jesus' res- lence shelter and the Pasco County Public urrection. A teen night was held March 26 Schools Foundation. with games, live music, and drama. On April Inspired by an evangelistic crusade presented 7, the church held a cardiovascular fun pro- by Youth Pastor Cesar Cardenas of the Wetherill gram, and on May 5, an effective stress Park Spanish church in Australia, AT LEAST management program. Both health events were 150 YOUTH ATTENDED PRAYER VIGILS held hosted by Julius Garner, M.D., Barney Lam- March 21 and 28 at the Forest City Spanish bert, P.T., Rhonda Malina, M.S.N., and Bar- church. While scheduled to end at midnight, bara Chaffin, M.A. the attendees continued praying for the Holy THE MOUNTAIN VIEW COLLEGE ALUMNI Spirit's outpouring until 1:30 a.m. ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA WILL HOST ITS THIRTEEN PEOPLE ACCEPTED CHRIST AT FIRST RETREAT at Camp Kulaqua in High THE ANNUAL YOUTH CRUSADE held at the Springs May 9-11. Mountain View College is in Lauderhill church. Evangelist Hesketh Matthew the Philippines. There are four charter city of the North Caribbean Conference's St. John chapters of the alumni: Avon Park, Miami, church was the speaker for the "Reclaiming Orlando, and Zephyrhills. Attr'" qem,ce;4,-Ctofited.441%

Twenty-eight individuals involved in mental Cohutta Springs. "As far as 1 know, this is a 1 I health ministries attended an ADVENTIST first for a conference in North America," said COUNSELORS' RETREAT March 14-16 at Robert Peach, director of the Clergy Care Center

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and principal speaker for the event. completed set one. The Gainesville and Cleve- Murphy, N.C., church and the Murphy Medi- land, Ga., churches are working with visita- cal Center hosted A HEART-HEALTHY DIN- tion. Each week Dempsey conducts a 30-minute NER FOR 40 CARDIAC REHAB PATIENTS radio broadcast on WDGR. AND THEIR SPOUSES February 14. The evening NEW BATH HOUSE AND CREEK CROSSING included a heart-to-heart talk with guest car- IS COMPLETED AT COHUTTA SPRINGS. A diologist Sam Gammenthaler, M.D., F.A.C.C., thanksgiving ceremony was conducted April chief of cardiology staff of Scott and White 27 at the Pathfinder Camporee. Clinic in College Station, Texas. Gammenthaler, RENOVATION OF GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND a Loma Linda University graduate, is an active ACADEMY began last summer when Maranatha lecturer for community health programs em- Volunteers International, along with other vol- phasizing cardiac disease, prevention and care. unteers, built two faculty homes, several stor- E.W. Dempsey, adult lay evangelism coordi- age sheds, painted classrooms and worked on nator for the conference, is working in other jobs around the campus. This summer Dahlonega, Ga., an area targeted by the con- has been designated to renovating the dorms. ference to PLANT A NEW CHURCH. Currently, Work is scheduled throughout the summer. 200 individuals are enrolled in the Bible re- To help with this project, contact Linda Davis search correspondence course. Sixty-one have at (800) 567-1844, ext. 320.

Donn Leatherman, of Southern Adventist Uni- GREAT CONTROVERSY. versity, was the guest speaker for about 50 Christine Owens, a member of the Sylcauga individuals attending the MARCH NEW BE- church and a certified dietary manager, has LIEVERS' RETREAT at Camp Alamisco. been elected PRESIDENT OF THE ALABAMA Fifteen youth and several adults recently DIETARY MANAGERS' ASSOCIATION. She has went door to door from the Floral Crest church taken on the responsibility of speaking to offering A CHOICE OF BIBLE READINGS OR schools about nutrition. k &lilac/a/ - Te4i4i,enee 4011,

Evangelist Gary Brady will conduct an EVAN- the movement is committed to train, send, GELISTIC MEETING beginning June 20 in and support Adventist youth so they can devote Stanford, Ky. Gary is an evangelist from Amazing one full year of their lives to the Lord to share Facts. the gospel with people that may never hear Amazing Facts evangelist John Bradshaw be- it otherwise. Applicants normally must be single gins a SERIES OF MEETINGS June 14--July 12 and between 18 and 30 years of age. For in Jackson, Tenn. more information write: 1000 Missionary THE 1000 MISSIONARY MOVEMENT IS OFF Movement, North America, P.O. Box 1109, AND RUNNING. Sponsored by the conference, Crestwood, Ky. 40014.

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The Philadelphia church in Council, N.C., WOMEN'S DAY BRUNCH in March. sponsored A WOMEN'S DAY, AND A SUNDAY 5ciake14, /9144 tika,v. 0„',...... Students who wonder how they will make Southern to conclude the Artist-Adventure series it through college because they face aca- for 1996-97. demic difficulty, a disability, or some AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE will be on the other challenge are the central focus of a academic menu at Southern Adventist Univer- new department—STUDENT SUPPORT--estab- sity next fall, with classes to be offered by the lished to help students reach their educa- modern languages department. tional goals. Ken Norton, the director, is pre- A STUDENT COUPLE—IN THEIR 90S—EN- pared to assist either directly or through re- ROLLED IN CLASSES AT SOUTHERN THIS ferrals. SPRING, thanks to the Elderhostel program. Students celebrated FIT WEEK in April with Southern is one of hundreds of colleges and activities sponsored by their own wellness or- universities hosting one-week courses for people ganization, Partners at Wellness (PAW). Evening in their 60s or older. Fred, 91, and Frances events throughout the week included a bike Beal, 92, were enticed to drive 618 miles rodeo, underwater polo, wheelchair racing, from their Florida home by Southern's Elder- step racing, and badminton. hostel classes on topics of the pipe organ, the A male choir from Wales, THE 100-VOICE Civil War, and 21st century classroom tech- MORRISTON ORPHEUS CHOIR, performed at nology.

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HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ADVERTISEMENT: ( I) Have a local church elder NEPAL CALLS YOU. Adventist Frontier Missions needs a young medical write "Approved" and his signature on the sheet of paper containing the missionary couple for strengthening the church planting activities in the advertisement, (2) write your name and address on the same sheet, (3) mountainous, unreached country of Nepal. Medical or nursing skills will specify how many times the ad is to run, (4) send the approved ad to your be needed. For more information call (800) 937-4236. (5) conference office 6 weeks in advance of the publication date and (5) don't RN MANAGER. A unique opportunity for a Bachelor's or Master's RN. To forget to enclose payment in full. Make checks payable to SOUTHERN assume Operation Managers duties for HOPE Psychiatric Services. The TIDINGS. successful candidate will be able to operate independently but leadership team. Strong organizational skills will be required in order to achieve RATES: Southern Union: $25 for 20 words or less, including address. $35 for anything longer than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.15 per word clinical, fiscal and administrative goals. This position will afford the op- portunity to work with child/Adol, Adult and Geriatric clients. Great ben- beyond 45. Out of Union: $30 for 20 words or less, including address. efits and working environment! Send resume or apply at Park Ridge Hospital, $40 for anything longer than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.30 per word beyond 45. Accepted as space is available. Ads may run in successive P.O. Box 1569, Fletcher, N.C. 28732. Fax (704) 681-2770. (5) months as space permits.

SOUTHERN TIDINGS makes every reasonable effort to screen all adver- NON-MEDICAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE tising, but in no case can the periodical assume responsibility for adver- tisements appearing in its columns, or for typographical errors. MISSIONARIES NEEDED in China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Mongolia. The Northern Asia-Pacific Division English Language Schools seek volun- teers to teach conversational English and Bible. Teaching requirements: PROPERTY AVAILABLE Adventist and native English speaker. Degreed and non-degreed positions. Dedicate one year serving Christ. Contact Ray James (209) 267-0416; Fax: GATLINBURG STREAMSIDE CONDO & MT. VIEW CHALETS FOR RENT. (209) 267-0342; E-mail: [email protected]. (C) 2 to 5 bdrms., fireplace, full kitchens, heart-shaped Jacuzzi spa, heated SDA native English speaking volun- pool, cable T.V.'s, Dollywood, winter skiing, and hiking. Let us build an MISSIONARIES NEEDED IN KOREA: investment vacation chalet for you. Reserve early. John or Lois Steinkrause, teers; singles or couples (without children) who are college graduates with bachelor's degrees or higher to teach conversational English and Bible for (423) 428-0619. (C) one year or more at the SDA Language Institutes of Korea (teaching BED & BREAKFAST. CABIN RENTALS, GREENEVILLE, TN. Come and experience not necessary-we train you). Volunteer missionaries are approved be spoiled with our fantastic mountain views, full breakfasts, jacuzzi. by the General Conference. Benefits include: round-trip ticket, housing, Modern, fully-equipped cabins. New B&B. Asheville, Gatlinburg, histori- utilities, insurance and stipend. For more information contact Ray James, cal sites, antiques, fishing, Appalachian Trail nearby. From $360/week, 40 Pleasant Drive, Sutter Creek, CA 95685. Email: [email protected] or daily rates available also. For brochure or reservations call (800) 842- phone (209) 267-0416 or Fax (209) 267-0342. (C) 4690. (C) Adventist Frontier Missions is seeking a young, COLLEGEDALE, TENNESSEE-SDA Realtor Team. Lyle Spiva and Sherry MONGOLIA CALLS YOU. spiritually minded pastoral couple with leadership skills to continue the Rogers. Buy, build, or sell. We'll arrange everything. (800) 227-0879. Re/ church planting process in this newly entered frontier. To receive more Max Action Realtors. (5,6) information on this challenging opportunity call (800) 937-4236. (5) FOR RENT. Maui oceanfront 10th floor condo. Sandy beach. Kitchen. Sleeps four. Gorgeous scenery. $85.00/nightly. Marge McNeilus-(507) FRONTIER MISSION OPPORTUNITIES. Adventist Frontier Missions is looking 374-6747. (5,6) for young people with skills in soul-winning, teaching, pastoral, and prac- tical experience who are willing to go to frontier areas, lead unreached FOR RENT. WNC Ski Area Rental. Spacious new 2 bdrm, 2 bath Mobile people to Jesus, and plant a church. For more information call (800) 937- home. Private lot. $250/week. (704) 894-7022. (C) 4236. (5) FOR RENT. N. Myrtle Beach, S.C. New 3-4 bedroom villa with 3 bath- rooms, sleeps 12, A/C, all amenities, private pool, I block from beach, ANDREWS UNIVERSITY RADIO STATION SEEKS OPERATIONS DIREC- golf and tennis nearby. Recommend reserve early. Rates per week-high TOR. Applicant responsible for station's technical operations, a daily air $995, medium $695, low season $450. Call (704) 692-9790. (5) shift, assuring compliance with FCC rules and regulations, etc. Applicants send resume, cassette that demonstrates announcing style and production HOUSE FOR SALE. Coalmont, Tenn. situated atop the beautiful Cumberland to: Sharon Dudgeon, General Manager WAUS-FM, Berrien Springs, Michigan Mountains is a park-like, two-acre lot with house and attached garage. Plus (5,6,7) a separate workshop. Two bedrooms, two baths. Gas heat plus two wood- 49104-0240. burning stoves. Ready to occupy. Three minute walk to SDA church. Pastor ANDREWS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS SEEKS MANAGEMENT Bud Roberts (509) 525-7333. (5) TEACHER. Applicants should have Ph.D. in Management, committed to FOR RENT. Cape Cod, West Harwick, Mass. on Nantucket Sound. Warm research and consulting essential. Adventists submit resume to: Dr. water directly on beach. Residential I, 2, & 3 bedroom apartment. For Allen Stembridge, Chair Management and Marketing Department, An- reservations, call (508) 892-9192. (5) drews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan 49104-0022 or E-Mail: (5,6,7) NEW FLORIDA RETIREMENT COMMUNITY next to Adventist church, [email protected]. hospital, nursing care. Grand Horizons features panoramic view, peaceful WALLA WALLA COLLEGE SEEKS DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SYS- setting. Home and land from $70's. Located in "city of pure water," TEMS. Position manages and directs campus computer and telephone Zephyrhills. Rural community with all the conveniences. Custom-built homes. systems. Needs excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and For information call (813) 782-1866, or write Grand Horizons, P.O. Box budget management skills. For more information contact Carolyn Dickinson, 1887, Zephyrhills, Fla. 33539-1887. (5,6) Walla Walla College, 204 S. College Place, WA 99234. (509) 527-2202. FOR SALE IN DEER LODGE, TENN. Two acre wooded lot in Meister Hills Fax (509) 527-2683. Email: [email protected]. (5) Retirement Community. Rich soil for quality gardening. Fresh air for health- SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks Biochemistry or Organic Chem- ful living. An ideally quiet, peaceful spot in a truly natural setting in the istry Professor with doctorate for teaching and research which involves beautiful Tennessee hills. Close to church and school. Asking $3,500. Call student participation. Position available August 1997. Send resume and (301) 937-6236. (5) three reference names to Dr. George Babcock, Vice President for Academic FOR SALE. Two and half acres and Mobile home for $6000. Creek, clear Administration. Tel: (423) 238-2804; Fax: (423) 238-2427; E-mail: and wooded, perked, surveyed, SDA neighbors, secluded. Located in [email protected]. (5) Tennessee. Call (205) 859-7486 (evenings). (5) DAIRY SUPERVISOR NEEDED. Platte Valley Academy, located in south CEMETERY PROPERTY FOR SALE. Two burial spaces. Forest City, Florida, Highland Memorial Garden. $3600 value for $2000. Save this ad for future central Nebraska, is seeking a supervisor for its dairy. PVA is one of the few academies with an operating dairy run by student labor. Looking for need. Call Ira Wheeler (606) 598-5141 (days) and (606) 598-3632 (nights); a country setting with an Adventist school, 1-12, on campus? Look no Rt. 5, Box 555 Manchester, Ky. 40962. (5) further! Interested? Contact Loren Taber, Principal at (308) 647-5151 or FOR SALE. Beautiful home in Columbia, S.C. 2300 sq. ft., two story, via the Internet at [email protected] 1 0.k12.ne.us. (5) 3 bdrm, 2 baths, formal D.R., eat in kitchen, home fully carpeted, triple crown moulding with 9' celings, FROG, fenced back yard, barn type shed. VOLUNTEER TEACHERS NEEDED for language centers in Russia, Ukraine, Junior Academy 15 minutes away. $149,900. (803) 356-4306. (5) Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and other countries of the former USSR. Volun- teers teach conversational English, lead interactive Bible discussions and FOR SALE. One-week Time Share at Gatlinburg, Tenn. One bdrm, in- assist in church planting. Requirements: SDA, native English speaker, door/outdoor pools, fishing stream. Near Dollywood. BELOW COST-Call willing to adapt to foreign culture, able to dedicate one or more years of (800) 726-8381. (5) service. Call General Conference Office of Volunteerism at (800) 252- PROPERTY FOR SALE. Putnam County, Hawthorne, Fla. 1.41 acres, 7363-leave message. (5,6,7) $8,000 o.b.o. Across from the SDA campground, off of Highway 20. Contact Lesly or Cheryl (407) 521-5444. (5) INSTRUCTORS WANTED. Laurelwood Academy seeks multi-subject in- structors who have a close personal walk with God and who have a strong MEDICAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE commitment to preparing academy students as missionaries. Laurelwood Academy desires teachers who have a strong academic background and CHIEF NURSE EXECUTIVE needed at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. yet are willing to spend a few hours per week working with students in Must have degree and substantive leadership experience in a complex vocational pursuits. Salary plus housing. Please direct all inquires to Stephen healthcare environment. Reports to the hospital administrator. Respond to Benton, Principal, 38950 S.W. Laurelwood Road, Gaston, OR 97119. Phone Ed Fry, Witt/Kieffer at (713) 266-6779 or fax resume to (713) 266-8133. (503) 985-7511. (5) All inquires will be held in strict confidence. (5) OKLAHOMA ACADEMY seeks to hire: Assistant Store Manager, Assistant HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS NEEDED. San Joaquin Community Hos- Daycare Director and Supervisors, Farmer, Auto Mechanic, Girls Dean, pital, an Adventist Health acute care hospital located in Bakersfield, Cali- Multigrade Elementary Teacher, Music Teacher, and other Academy teach- fornia has immediate full-time openings, due to increased business oppor- ing positions. Send resume to Oklahoma Academy, 6100 Academy Lane, tunities for the following healthcare professionals: •Physical Therapist Harrah, OK 73045. Call (405) 454-6211, Fax (405) 454-6166, E-mail: •Occupational Therapist •Speech Therapist •Registered Nurses. All posi- [email protected]. (5) tions include competitive salary, benefits and moving allowance. Interview expense assistance is also available. New graduates are welcome to apply. TRAILER MECHANIC WANTED. SDA-owned Truck & Tailer Repair Service Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Human Resources, San in beautiful Gainesville, Ga. Experienced and should have own tools. Joaquin Community Hospital, 2615 Eye Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Excellent pay and benefits. Local church and church school grades 1-8. (805) 326-4112. Fax (805) 321-3703. (5,6) Call (770) 536-3104. (5)

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BAHAMAS COMMONWEALTH COLLEGE is a private and independent CRUISE-June 18-July 4, 1997. From Brisbane, Australia to Polynesian Christian college that subscribes to the philosophy and teachings of the Islands of Samona, Tonga, Vanuatu, Fiji, Fulton and Beulah College. Planned Advent Faith. In an effort to better serve students and the community, by S. Queensland Conference, Australia. $1,650.00 and up. Book your we are seeking the assistance of several semi-retired Adventist Profes- cabin now. For further information call (704) 684-7785. Box 716, Naples, sionals who have experience in college teaching. Our specific request N.C. 28760. (C) and interest are in the areas of: Psychology & Behavioural Science, ESCORTED ADVENTIST GROUP VACATIONS. Ten days Mediterranean Business, Management & Accounts, Agriculture Science, Computer In- cruise, 7 days Alaska cruise; 17 days China tour; 6 days Fall Foliage cruise; formation System & Computer Science, Vocational & Technical Educa- 15 days Holy Land tour including Jordan and Egypt; Panama Canal cruise tion, and Health Science. Submit resume to: Phillip Carey, Ph.D., Office 1-8-98; Russia River cruise. Mert Allen, Mt. Tabor Cruise (800) 950-9234 of the President, P.O. Box F-42481, Freeport, Bahamas. Call (809) 352- or (503) 256-7919. (5,6) 4150; Fax (809) 352-9518. (5) PLEASE HELP! I have 50,000 booklets entitled WHAT MUST I DO TO INHERIT ETERNAL LIFE? (A Bible Study.) Will you help distribute them? MERCHANDISE FOR SALE Let's together, direct others to God and Heaven. No cost to you. For sample DEATH BEGINS IN THE COLON. More Americans are hospitalized due copy, write Otis Rupright, P.O. Box 2872, West Lafayette, IN 47906. 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May, 1997 Southern Tidings II 13 , OBITUARIES

AKERS, Leta H., 87, born June 10, 1907, in EASLEY, Ray Tesla, 93, died Feb. 28, 1997. HUDSON, Martha Bulla, 76, died Jan. 10, 1997, Manhattan, Kan., died Jan. 14, 1997, in Talla- Easley moved to Ellijay, Ga. in 1920. He married in High Point, N.C. She is survived by her husband, hassee, Fla. She was a member of the Tallahas- Myrtle Evelyn Tilley three years later. Easley Williard Hudson; three daughters: Susie Nicholson, see First church in Tallahassee. She is survived and his family were pioneers and charter mem- Jane Florence Hudson, and Marty Hoff; one son, by two sons: Wayne Gaden of Texas, and Keith bers of the Ellijay church. He is survived by five Billy Hudson; and eight grandchildren. Gaden of Tallahassee; and five grandchildren. sons; one daughter; 30 grandchildren; 53 great- HYATT, Olive Vera, 70, born ARNETT, Ann Toelette, 81, born Jan. 13, grandchildren; and 19 great-great-grandchildren. Oct. 18, 1926, in Kingston, Ja- 1915, in Limestone County, Ala., died Jan. 11, FAULKINGHAM, Clifford H., 93, born April maica, West Indies, died Jan. 18, 1997, in Huntsville, Ala. She was a member of 15, 1903, in Jonesport, Me., died Jan. 29, 1997, 1997, in Maranatha, Fla. She was the Athens, Ala., church. She is survived by her in Orlando, Fla. He was a member of the Florida a member of the Maranatha church husband, Clyde; two sons: Charles of Trinidad, Living church in Apopka, Fla. He is survived by in Miami, Fla. She taught several West Indies, and Jerry of Athens, Ala.; three his wife, Buena; one son, Leroy Beasley of years in Jamaica. She and her grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Chattanooga, Tenn.; three daughters: Lorna Maim husband founded their own school, AUSTIN, Roy Jackson, 80, died Dec. 28, 1996, of Maitland, Fla., Linda Freeman of Orlando, Hytgrad Academy in 1956. They in Marion, N.C. He was a member of the Morganton Fla., and Jan Eighme of Berrien Springs, Mich.; moved to Miami in 1982 where Olive taught church church. He was preceded in death by his wife, 13 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. school. She was instrumental in the founding of Mattie Christian Austin. He is survived by his FELICE, Mizpah, 86, born Dec. 6, 1909, in the Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Elementary daughter, Judith Fox of Morganton; four grand- Harrietta, Mich., died July 5, 1996, in Lafayette, School, and was the first principal of the school. children; and five great-grandchildren. Ind. She was a member of the Walker Memorial She taught there until her death. She is survived BAKER, Isabel Torres, 30, born June 28, 1966, church in Avon Park, Fla. She is survived by one by her husband, Felix; one son, Felix, Jr.; and in Brooklyn, N.Y., died Dec. 10, 1996, in Spring- son, Bernard Ward, Jr. of Pickford, Mich.; three six sisters. field, Tenn. She was a member of the Ridgetop, daughters: Marjory Lonzon of Avon Park, Fla., JAMES, Edith Gertrude, 97, born May 29, Tenn., church. She is survived by her husband, Lois Rebb of Westland, Mich., and Joan Nash 1899, in Red Cloud, Neb., died March 7, 1997, Ronald, currently of Clermont, Fla.; one son, of Lafayette, Ind.; 18 grandchildren; 32 great- in Walla Walla, Wash. She was preceded in Brian; one daughter, Catherine; parents, Pastor grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. death by her husband, Wilbur Smith James, Aug. Eugene and Myrta Torres of Clermont, Fla.; one FOWLER, Moody E., 77, born May 19, 1919, 13, 1991; and her adopted daughter, Mary Louise brother; and two sisters. in Dothan, Ala., died Dec. 29, 1996, in Orlando, Burkin. She was a 1919 graduate of Union College BOS-SALA, Vinola Mae, 87, born March 19, Fla. He was a member of the Orlando Central in Lincoln, Neb. She is survived by her adopted 1909, in Wellsville, Ohio, died Jan. 29, 1997, in church. He was employed by Florida Hospital granddaughter, MaryAnn Barrett of Freeland, Longwood, Fla. She was a member of the Orlando for 21 years as an environmental ser- Washington; nieces; and nephews. Altamonte Springs church in Altamonte Springs, vices manager. He is survived by his wife, Jane; JOHNSON, Alberta Campbell, 85, born Nov. Fla. She is survived by her daughter, Jean Bouvier one son, Bennie of Winter Garden, Fla.; one 4, 1910, in West Point, Miss., died Sept. 16, of Longwood, Fla.; three grandchildren; and five daughter, Brenda Haver of Winter Park, Fla.; 1996, in Nashville, Tenn. She was a member of great-grandchildren. four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. the Hillcrest church. She is survived by her BROKAW, Mary, 69, born March 18, 1927, FRANZ, Eulalia White, 84, died Jan. 17, 1997, children: Mary Holden, Delores Grant, Frances died Jan. 12, 1997, in Apopka, Fla. She was a in Pisgah Manor Nursing Home in Candler, N.C. Acklen, Ruth Young, and William Johnson; 23 member of the Mt. Dora church in Mt. Dora, Fla. She was a member of the Mt. Pisgah church. grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and nine She is survived by her husband, John; two She is survived by her husband, Clyde Franz of great-great-grandchildren. daughters: Jann Hall and Jean Wilson, both of Candler; one stepson, Charles Franz of Union JOHNSON, Loren, 13, born Dec. 15, 1983, Apopka; one stepdaughter, Sharlene Coker of Hall, Va.; one stepdaughter and her husband, died Dec. 25, 1996, in Orlando, Fla. He is sur- Weirsdale; two stepsons, Johnny of Weirsdale, Sue and Wellsley Smith of Frederick, Md.; and vived by his parents, Dr. Lester and Cindy and Danny of Zellwood; and eight grandchildren. four grandchildren. Johnson, members of the Forest Lake church in BROOME, Lila Elisabeth, 86, born June 8, FRAZIER, Jewell, 81, born Nov. 28, 1915, in Forest City, Fla.; and one sister, Leslie. 1910, in Momence, Ill., died Feb. 4, 1997, in Irvine, Ky., died Jan. 14, 1997, in Bluffton, Ind. JOHNSTON, Allen Lucius, born Feb. 15, 1948, Orlando, Fla. She was a member of the Altamonte She was a member of the Covington, Ky., church. died Feb. 9, 1997. He was a member of the Springs church in Altamonte Springs, Fla. She She is survived by one sister, Ethel Frazier; four Riverside Chapel church in Nashville, Tenn. He is survived by her husband, Earl of Chicago brothers; two grandchildren; and one great-grand- was principal for two years at the F.H. Jenkins Heights, Ill.; one son, Ronald of Apopka, Fla.; child. Elementary School. He was known for his mu- one daughter, Dalores Winget of North Wales, GENTRY, Cecile, 92, born in 1904 in Savan- sical talents and he sang with the Brothers of Pa.; and six grandchildren. nah, Ga., died Jan. 12, 1997, in Ft. Walton Beach, Nashville. He is survived by his wife, Terrilyn; BROWN, Glenn F., 78, born Oct. 24, 1918, in Fla. She was a member of the Ft. Walton Beach and four children. Alion, N.Y., died Feb. 14, 1997, in Avon Park, Fla. church. She is survived by her daughter, Bar- KEAY, Daniel Frasia, born Feb. 11, 1913, He was a member of the Walker Memorial church bara Bray of Shalimar, Fla. died Jan. 2, 1997, in Lithonia, Ga. He was a in Avon Park, Fla. He is survived by his son, GODBEE, Iva, 86, born Jan. 18, 1909, in member of the Atlanta Belvedere church. He is Russell of Staunton, Va.; and two grandchildren. Martinville, Va., died March 9, 1997, in Orlando, survived by his wife, Ann T. Keay; daughter, CANTHER, Pearl E., 83, born Jan. 31, 1913, Fla. She was a member of the Kress Memorial Bonnie Ann Thomas of Roswell, Ga.; two sons: in Detroit, Mich., died Dec. 31, 1996, in Orlando, church in Winter Park, Fla. She is survived by Roger H. and Dan Keay of Goodwater, Ala.; six Fla. She was a member of the Orlando Central two sons: Beryle and Elvin; and three grandchil- grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. church. She served for more than 40 years in dren. KEITH, William J., born April 20, 1908, in the primary division Sabbath schools in Michi- GODFREY, Alton F., 67, born Aug. 28, 1929, Chattanooga, Tenn., died Sept. 10, 1996, in gan and Florida. She conducted workshops and died Jan. 3, 1997, in Apopka, Fla. He was a Cleveland, Tenn. He was a member of the was the primary division leader for Florida Camp member of the Miami Springs, Fla., church. He Collegedale church. He is survived by his wife, Meetings for 10 years. She is survived by one is survived by one daughter, Susan T. Robinson Nellah Keith; one son, William J. Keith, Jr.; two son, Gerald of Orlando, Fla.; two grandchildren; of Atlanta, Ga.; and two grandsons. daughters: Margaret Kemerer and Catherine and four great-grandchildren. Her husband pre- GORANSSON, William, 90, born April 26, 1906, Turner; nine grandchildren; and two great-grand- ceded her in death. in Copenhagen, Denmark, died Nov. 24, 1996, children. CASH, Miriam E. Poole White, 95, born Feb. in Jacksonville, Fla. He was a member of the KOZEL, Zelma A. Wittenberg, 87, died Jan. 20, 1901, in North Dartmouth, Mass., died Jan. Jacksonville Mandarin church. He was a charter 28, 1997, in Pisgah Manor Nursing Home in 24, 1997, in St. Augustine, Fla. She was a member member of the Lady Lake church in Lady Lake, Candler, N.C. She was a member of the Mt. of the Florida Living church in Apopka, Fla. She Fla. He served as a missionary for 18 years in Pisgah church. She is survived by her husband, is survived by her daughter, Eleanor M. Hill of Peru and as a pastor for 13 years in the U.S. John C. Kozel; one son, Merlin Wittenberg of St. Augustine, Fla. at various locations in New Mexico, Texas, Illi- Collegedale, Tenn.; one daughter, Shari Fardulis CELNAR, Philip Joseph, 82, born April 4, nois, New Jersey, and New York. After retiring, of Elizabeth City, N.C.; three stepdaughters: 1914, in Cleman, Mich., died Dec. 22, 1996, in he participated in six Sustentees Overseas Service Shirley Skreslet of Amesbury, Mass., Judit Sarasota, Fla. He was a member of the Sarasota (SOS) assignments and became known for starting Goronzy of Columbus, Ohio, and Nancy Chaplin church. He is survived by his wife, Millie; one tumbling teams among the youth. He was pre- of Ashton, Md.; four grandchildren; one great- son, Philip of Columbus, Ohio; one daughter, deceased by his wife, Dolphy. He is survived by granddaughter; six step-grandchildren; and two Sylvia Anne Stutes of Duncan Falls, Ohio; five his wife, Maybelle; son, Robert; daughter, Esther; step-great-grandchildren. grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. KRANSTUBER, Nina, 75, born April 14, 1921, CHILDRESS, Ruby Gibbs, 92, died Jan. 4, HARLOW, Nazarene, born March 10, 1909, in St. Marys, Canada, died Jan. 7, 1997, in 1997, in Glen Alpine, N.C. She was a member died Oct. 10, 1996. She was married to William Brooksville, Fla. She was a member of the of the Morganton church. She was preceded in D. Harlow. She joined the Magzine Street church Brooksville church. She is survived by her hus- death by her husband, Earl C. Childress. She is under the pastorate of Elder H. J. Miller in 1943. band, Robert; and one brother, William Green of survived by her daughter, Jane C. Pitts of Glen She was a faithful member prior to a lengthy Lima, Ohio. Alpine; five grandchildren; and six great-grand- illness five years ago. LANGOLIS, Eleanor, 84, born Nov. 25, 1911, children. HARVEY, Roberta Allen, 70, died July 7, 1996. in Flint, Mich., died Sept. 6, 1996, in New Port DAVIS, Rebecca Smith, born April 5, 1914, She was a member of the South Columbia church Richey, Fla. She was a member of the New Port in Hillsboro, Ala., died Sept. 21, 1996. She was in Columbia, Miss. She is survived by her hus- Richey church. She is survived by two sons: a member of the Alpha church in Decatur, Ala. band, Frank Harvey; and three children: Charles David of Dallas, Tex., and Dennis of Michigan; She is survived by her husband, Curtis W. Davis, Watts of Stafford, Va., Janice Sloan of Silver Spring, three grandchildren; and three great-grandchil- Sr.; three sons; and two daughters. Md., and Virginia Bailey of Yotoka, Japan. dren.

14 ■ Southern Tidings May, 1997 OBITUARIES

LAWRENCE, Alice E., 85, born March 30, PEREZ, Julia, 81, born Aug. 28, 1915, in SHAW, Otelee E., 86, born April 28, 1910, in 1911, in Milwaukee, Wis., died Dec. 29, 1996, Guayama, Puerto Rico, died Jan. 31, 1997, in Claredon, Jamaica, West Indies, died Feb. 22, in Zephryhills, Fla. She was a member of the Fern Park, Fla. She was a member of the Or- 1997, in Orlando, Fla. She was a member of East Pasco church in Dade City, Fla. She is lando Spanish church in Orlando, Fla. She is the Altamonte Springs church in Altamonte survived by her husband, Rex; one son, Thomas survived by her son, Francisco Torres. Springs, Fla. She is survived by two sisters: of Delmar, Calif.; one daughter, Patricia Yankee POWELL, John (Johney) Arthur, 89, born Bernice Marr of Orlando, Fla., and Edna Jasper of Kalamazoo, Mich.; five grandchildren; and Oct. 31, 1907, in Kansas City, Mo., died Feb. 19, of Florida; two grandchildren; and five great- three great-grandchildren. 1997, in Lithia Springs, Ga. He taught church grandchildren. LINDSEY, Harold Arthur, 82, born Aug. 11, school in Bonnerdale, Ark., Atlanta, Calhoun, SIMONSON, Dorothy, 81, born Oct. 29, 1914, 1913, in Chicago, Ill., died April 27, 1996. and Douglasville, Ga. He is survived by his wife in Chicago, Ill., died Oct. 27, 1996, in Orange He pastored in Southern California and of 64 years, Orelia Woods Powell; his daughter, Park, Fla. She was a member of the Jackson- Lake Region conferences. He also served LaVerne Kellogg; two grandsons: Michael and ville Orange Cove church in Jacksonville, Fla. as the Trust Services and Religious Liberty Douglas Lamb; one great-grandson; and one She is survived by three sons: Michael of Rogers, Director for the Lake Region Conference. sister. Ark., Charles of Hampton, Va., Kenneth of After retirement he pastored the Harvest RAINES-CHRISTAKOS, Ida Mae, 91, died Nov. Everette, Wash.; five daughters: Katherine Baxter church in South Central Conference until 1991. 14, 1996, in Blythewood, S.C. She was a mem- of Chicago, Ill., Dianne Perez of Lake Villa, Ill., He is survived by his wife, Corinne; four chil- ber of the Blythewood church. She is survived Lolita Simms of Tinley Park, Ill., Laurenda Mitchell dren: Ronald Arthur of Thousand Oaks, Calif., by her husband of 57 years, Pastor Peter G. of Omaha, Neb., and Bonita Dean of Lubbock, Tex. Carol Yvonne Wright of Columbia, Md., Elaine Christakos. She and her husband were mission- SMITH, Gretelle "Tellie" Merrow, 78, born Arthur of Newbury Park, Calif., and Janice Willis aries to Greece on the island of Cyprus in 1959 Aug. 10, 1918, in Winslow, Me., died Oct. 31, of Nashville, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren; and one and founded the Blythewood church in 1975. 1996, in Melbourne, Fla. She was a member of great-grandson. Pastor Christakos was the first pastor at the the Melbourne church in Melbourne, Fla. She is LOACH, Mae, 83, born Jan. 16, 1913, in Blythewood church and retired from full-time survived by one daughter, Connie Bruce of Broxton, Ga., died Nov. 24, 1996, in Hudson, service there. Melbourne. Fla. She was a member of the New Port Richey READ, Connie Brown-Cross, 73, born Sept. STALLWORTH, Eddie, born Feb. 11, 1960, church in New Port Richey, Fla. She is survived 19, 1923, died March 18, 1997, in Orlando, Fla. died Dec. 24, 1996. He was a member of the by one daughter, June McGlawn of Bayonet Point, She was a member of the Kress Memorial church Temple Gate church in Selma, Ala. He is sur- Fla.; three grandchildren; and two great-grand- in Winter Park, Fla. She is survived by one son, vived by his mother, Maude Stallworth; four sisters; children. Robert, Jr.; one daughter, Bonnie Tucker; and and two brothers. MCLAIN, Grace, 96, born Oct. 23, 1900, died one grandchild. TAYLOR, Dorothy Wilmina, 87, born May 7, Feb. 6, 1997, in Jacksonville, Fla. She was a RINGER, Helen Ruth, 62, born in Flatrock, 1909, in Waite Park, Minn., died March 19, member of the Jacksonville First church in Jack- Ala., died March 20, 1997. She was a member 1997, in Orlando, Fla. She was a member of sonville, Fla. of the Ownbey Chapel in Icier, Ala. She is sur- the Kress Memorial church in Winter Park, MINNER, Juliette E., 70, born in Pensacola, vived by her husband, Albert of Bryant; one Fla. She is survived by one son, George; one Fla., died March 8, 1997 in Leesburg, Fla. daughter, Rene Akins of Ringgold, Ga.; one son, daughter, Areta Gayle Wells; and five grandchil- She was a member of the Leesburg church Tony Ringer of Hixson, Tenn.; one sister; and dren. in Leesburg, Fla. She served for 34 years three grandchildren. VALDEZ, Armando, 78, born Sept. 22, 1918, as a R.N. with the Adventist Health System. ROGERS, Herbert L., Sr., born died Jan. 12, 1997, in Miami, Fla. He was a She is survived by her son, Ronald of June 19, 1923, in Lovedale, Fla., member of the Palm Springs Spanish church in Leesburg. died Jan. 25, 1997, in Altamonte Hialeah, Fla. He is survived by his brother, Eduardo MORGAN, Hazel Irene, 75, born Oct. 6, 1921, Springs, Fla. He was one of the Valdez of Hisleah, Fla. in Stearns, Ky., died Feb. 12, 1997, in Bryant, first licensed nursing home ad- VAN ARSDELL, Henrietta Estelle, born Aug. Ala. She was a member of the Floral Crest church. ministrators in the State of Florida. 17, 1910, died Dec. 31, 1996. She was a mem- She is survived by her daughter, Violet Kenemore He opened the Lake Highlands ber of the Grace church in Knoxville, Tenn. Her of Bryant; two sisters; one brother; two grand- Nursing and Retirement Center husband, Roger Allen, preceded her in death in sons; and one great-granddaughter. in Clermont, which grew to be a 1990. She is survived by two sons: Dr. Ronald MUSSER, Dr. John Lawrence, 79, born July 142-bed nursing center and 85-bed assisted living Van Arsdell of Mesa, Ariz., and Dr. Roger Van 19, 1917, in Buffalo, N.Y., died Jan. 19, 1997, in facility. He served as president of the Florida Arsdell of Redding, Calif.; one daughter, Faith Orlando, Fla. He was a member of the South Health Care Association districts II and III, served Sampson of Lewisburg, W. Va.; 10 grandchil- Orlando church in Orlando. He is survived by his on the Board of Directors, and was chairman dren; and nine great-grandchildren. wife, Norma Alexander Musser; three daughters: and trustee of the Worker's Compensation Fund. VEST, Ivan T., 88, born April 27, 1909, in Carol Schmitt of Lockport, N.Y., Anne of Sydney, Appointed by Governors Askew and Graham, he Jacksonville, Fla., died March 19, 1997, in Jack- Australia, and Kathleen Kornaker of Altamonte served on the State Long Term Care Ombuds- sonville, Fla. He was a member of the Jackson- Springs, Fla.; one stepdaughter, Stacey Alexander man Committee. A fellow of the American Col- ville Mandarin church. He is survived by his son, of Orlando, Fla.; and four grandchildren. lege of Health Care Administrators, he was David Vest of Jacksonville, Fla.; one grandchild; NOLAND, Keylor, 82, born in honored by his peers with the Walter M. Johnson, and two great-grandchildren. 1914, died Jan. 17, 1997. He was Jr. Award in 1981, and presented with an Honor- WALSH, Aimee, 64, born Feb. 12, 1932, in a violinist with the Cincinnati ary Lifetime Membership in recognition of more Pittston, Pa., died Dec. 3, 1996, in Altamonte Symphony Orchestra for 24 years than 30 years of contributions and dedication to Springs, Fla. She was a member of the before retiring in 1985. He had long term care. He also served on the Advisory Florida Living church in Apopka, Fla. She played in symphony orchestras for Boards of the Lake County Vo-Tech School of served along side her husband in the min- over 50 years and toured sum- Nursing, the Florida State Health Occupations istry for nearly 15 years. She is survived by mers with the Albert Tipton Cham- Technical Committee, and many nursing home her husband, retired pastor, Horace Walsh ber Orchestra, acting as concert advisory boards, and assisted living facilities. of Deltona, Fla.; one stepson, Bryan; one master and soloist on several occasions. He He was a past director of the Clermont Chamber stepdaughter, Bronwyn Jenkins of Orlando, taught strings at various colleges over the years of Commerce and member of the Lions Club. He Fla.; and two step-grandchildren. and recorded three solo albums. He was a member served as an elder in the Clermont church, and WELSH, Genee Angelina, born Jan. 25, 1976, of the Covington, Ky., church. He is survived by was a member of the Florida Conference Execu- died Oct. 27, 1996. She was a member of his wife, Evelyn Richards-Noland; and one brother, tive Committee. He is survived by his wife of 50 the Kansas City Avenue church. She at- Boardman of Portland, Oregon. years, Rowena; two daughters, Teresa Knight tended Oakwood College with a double major ORTNER, Abraham William, 92, born Dec. and Patricia Gullett; one son, Herbert "Buddy" in Computer Science and Math. She is sur- 25, 1904, in Psei, Russia, died Jan. 11, 1997, Rogers, Jr., all of Clermont; five grandchildren; vived by her father, Bruce Wayne. Her mother, in Avon Park, Fla. He was a member of the and two great-grandchildren. Patricia Ann Welsh, preceded her in death. Walker Memorial church in Avon Park. He served SCRIVEN, Ward A., 82, born May 25, 1914, WERY, Fred, 90, born Nov. 11, 1906, as a pastor for 44 years beginning in the New in Moody, S.D., died March 4, 1997, in Denver, in Wilson, Mich., died Dec. 28, 1996, in England Conference, working in Pennsylvania Colo. He worked in the Southern Union in the Collegedale, Tenn. He was a member of the and Florida. He is survived by two sons: William Education and Missionary Volunteer departments Collegedale church. He is survived by his of Apple Valley, Minn., and Donald of Kensington, for 19 years. He retired in 1982 to Denver, Colo. daughter, Eleanor Hanson of Collegedale; Md.; six grandchildren; and eight great-grand- He is survived by his wife, Bertha E. Scriven; and four grandchildren. children. two daughters: Jean Scriven and Cheri Crandy; WHITEFIELD, Lynnie Lee, was born Dec. 3, PEASANT, Sr., Theodore, born April 14, 1914, two sons: Jim Scriven and Tom Scriven; two 1909. He was a member in the Kingsfield and in Richmond, Ala., died Jan. 11, 1997. He was sisters; two brothers; nine grandchildren; and Nashville First churches for many years. He is a member of the Temple Gate church in Selma, two great-grandchildren. survived by his wife, Jewell; son, Lynnie, Jr.; Ala. He is survived by five sons; six daughters; SERVOSS, Vernon G., 87, born June 5, 1909, and daughter, Wanda Clayton. 24 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. in Shepard, Mich., died Dec. 25, 1996, in Umatilla, WILSON, Elsie May, 88, born April 8, 1908, PEREIRA, Bertha M., 85, born April 12, 1909, Fla. He was a member of the Mt. Dora church in Woodstock, Me., died March 21, 1997, in DeBary, in Athens, Ga., died Dec. 30, 1996, in St. Pe- in Mt. Dora, Fla. He is survived by his wife, Fla. She was a member of the Kress Memo- tersburg, Fla. She was a member of the St. Minnie-Belle; three sons: Gene of DeLand, Fla., rial church in Winter Park, Fla. She is sur- Petersburg First church. She is survived by Larry of Greeneville, Tenn., and Ron of Sylva, vived by two sons: Melvin and Eldred; two two sons: Paul Sterns of St. Petersburg, and N.C.; four grandchildren; and one great-grand- daughters: Merlene (sing and Coralie Villalba; Louis Stems, Jr., of California. child. nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

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He then got the idea members responded so Outreach for a Men's Ministry well to him that he Sabbath." now speaks for the Prayer Walking for His leading. For three months, Men's Ministry Sabbath Shirley Hamilton Rodriguez planned and every year. Emphasized in brought the idea to practiced for his ser- "Church is not a Neighborhood her church, and mem- mon. "When he place to come to bers were out, walking preached that day, he observe, but to get the neighborhoods, Carolina—The Up- started out a little involved," urges praying. They had a nervous, but as time Forbes. "A church is ward church has a very specific request, they active prayer warrior went on he got so not just a building to asked God to bring wrapped up and ex- come to worship in, ministry taking place. back former Adventists For the 13 weeks pre- cited, it was as if he but a training center to church. When the preached as an experi- for equipping members ceding NET '96 with NET '96 meetings Mark Finley, prayer war- enced pastor," com- for a ministry." began, a family of five mented Forbes. The Michael Yancey, Cindy Kurtzhals riors spent time walk- showed up one night ing around neighbor- to participate in the hoods near the church, meetings. The family at McDonald Road and praying for the fam- recommitted their lives McDonald Road ilies living in each home. church started in 1990. to the Lord, and yes, Church Opens On August 11, 1993, Leading out in the the prayers of these ministry is Shirley Hamil- planning committee "prayer walkers" were Family Center chairman Duane Miller ton, who learned about answered. This family "prayer walking" through presented plans for a was once a part of the Georgia-Cumberland family center. The church Ron Halvorsen. Halvorsen church and had left. is a promoter of "prayer —More than 250 voted to proceed with The prayer warrior McDonald Road, Tenn., the building, but only walking" and has encour- ministry continues in aged churches where church members and as funds became the Upward church. friends participated in available. Ground he holds crusades to Shirley is looking for- "prayer walk" through the opening and conse- breaking took place on ward to hearing many cration of the new October 9, 1994. neighborhoods, the more stories about church facility, and areas family center March 29. Volunteers prepared lives that were touched Discussion to expand the footings and initial near the church. The mem- when Jesus returns and bers walk these areas we hear story after and pray for God's bless- story in heaven. ings, His guidance, and Teri Fowle Progress- Gifts. The first resource Spiritual Gifts tool, a personality Nurtured at inventory, identifies strengths and interests University Church of the members. Ludowici's book uses Florida—The mem- Bible texts to identify bers of the University spiritual gifts and church are taking over. explains their beneficial They're preaching from uses in and for the the pulpit on Sabbath church. mornings, giving testi- "When members monies, and teaching realize their spiritual Sabbath school. Be- gifts, it has a positive sides the pulpit, even effect. They become more members are aware that they have a involved in organizing part to play in the church socials, vespers church and they feel programs, special they are a vital part of music, and the choir. the overall worship University church experience," explains pastor Dan Forbes is Forbes. encouraging this expan- Forbes uses church sion of membership member Miguel involvement. Forbes Rodriguez as an ex- uses the 16PF Personal- ample of how the use ity Profile provided by of spiritual gifts can the family life depart- positively affect the ment at the Florida church. "I baptized Conference, as well as Miguel. Soon after, we Thomas H. Ludowici's elected him to be the Pathfinders held the ribbon for young and old to cut. The Family Discovering Spiritual men's ministries leader. Center is for everyone.

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courses of blocks for Rod Lewis, family the metal structure. center director, and his After the metal shell committee, wanted the was erected, volunteers opening and ribbon- again worked to com- cutting ceremony to plete the center. Total include more than just cost of the facility was guests and those on $375,000. It is estimated the program. Ribbon that over $550,000 was was stretched across saved by volunteers the auditorium so every donating their time to adult and child could finish the structure. participate. Balloons The center will be used were dropped from the to provide training, to ceiling and supper was organize church fellow- served before recre- ship activities, and to ation began. The board members of the Barron Heights Community Development conduct outreach programs "Buildings are not min- Corporation stand in front of Breath of Life Transitional Living for the community. istry. They are a tool" Center at the ribbon cutting service. "Our mission must be said Conference Presi- services, rehabilitation, dent Gordon Bietz. The dent of the South spiritual. We must Central Conference, cut counseling, job training, make this a life saving McDonald Road church educational support, now has a tool to expand the ribbon after the station. In each use, building was dedicated transportation, meals we must magnify God," its ministry to members by Luke Robinson, planned by a dietitian, said Don Gettys, pastor. and the community. executive director of the and social activities." Breath of Life Transi- The goal of the program www.biblestudies.com tional Living Center. is to help homeless per- Baptism Results for further information. Even though many are sons achieve residential from Web Site The response has been withdrawing their sup- stability, and help them so overwhelming there port to the homeless increase their job skills Georgia-Cumber- are now four graders to and low-income families, and educational levels. land—Leong Ah Hin was process the lessons. Breath of Life has com- The Transitional baptized in Malaysia Bible lessons for adults mitted itself to resist Center operates under January 4, 1997. His are only the beginning. current trends by ex- the auspices of the baptism came as a Stevenson and Willett tending its hands to Barron Heights Commu- are now preparing feed the hungry, clothe nity Development result of studying the Corporation, a nonprofit Discover Bible lesson on Bible stories with the naked, and house the world wide web. illustrations and activi- the homeless. Why? Be- organization of the In August of 1996, ties for children. Plans cause every time we help Breath of Life church. Joe Stevenson, a are to complete this a homeless person our This center is seen as teacher at Zebulon, Ga., project by the summer. church is helping Jesus. a natural step in the elementary school, and "We don't know Joyce Raynor, deputy Breath of Life Dan Willett, Griffin, Ga., what the results will director of the center congregation's 20-year contacted the Voice of be," said Stevenson. says, "This center will history of providing Prophecy and requested "Our job is to plant the offer a real home for homeless neighbors seed and let God do homeless veterans for food, friendship, trans- permission to place NET portation, and clothing. '96 Discover Bible les- the rest." approximately 24 sons on the web. Since You can visit the months, with follow-up Goldie M. Harrell August, more than 8,000 Bible studies site hits have been made to by pointing your Update the site. Daily there are browser to: http:// between 125-135 visits. www.biblestudies.com/. meetings at Forest Lake Presently, there are Churches wishing to Couple Remarries Academy. Williams is more than 260 students have a home page on Because of always ready, eager, from eight different the World Wide Web and willing to witness countries studying these should check into the NET '96 for his Master. So, it lessons. Individuals services provided by was no surprise to those searching the Voice http://www.sda- who are acquainted of Prophecy website church.com/. Florida—A central Patricia Foster Florida man and his with him that he are linked to former wife, living in attended these meet- Nevada, remarried ings accompanied by service for its new because of their en- friends. One particular Transitional Transitional Living counter through Discov- woman friend accompa- Living Center Center at 1385 Lamar eries In Prophecy- nied him every night. Avenue in Memphis, 2000 and Beyond (NET '96). During the five weeks Opens Tenn., on February 2, Erskine Williams, a of the Discoveries In 1997. Prentiss Sorrells, member of the Plymouth- Prophecy series, the South Central—The pastor of Breath of Sorrento company in television cameras Breath of Life church Life, and Joseph Apopka, Fla., attended panned the audience held the ribbon cutting McCoy, presi- most of the NET '96 for reaction shots and

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repeatedly focused on and Williams con- when two racoons were back to their natural Williams and his woman versed, she mentioned brought to the camp habitat. Animals that friend. Twenty-five that Dorothy had seen for care. Since that cannot be released, hundred miles away in him at the meetings. time, Camp Kulaqua because of the nature the state of Nevada, After his conversa- has come to be known of their injury, are kept Williams' ex-wife, tion, Williams called his as a place where all in the zoo for their own Dorothy, also watched former wife. In their creatures, endangered protection, and for the many of the Discover- conversation, Dorothy and common, can find education of children. ies In Prophecy meet- discovered that the a place of refuge. "We instruct more ings through the tech- woman who accompa- The Florida Game than 4,000 public and nology of satellite broad- nied Williams was and Fresh Water Fish church school children casting. What a surprise merely a friend. Commission routinely in the outdoor educa- it was for her to see As the days passed, calls Camp Kulaqua to tion program every year," her former husband many more phone calls assist in the rehabilita- says Younts. "We oper- projected on her home ensued. It wasn't long tion of animals suffer- ate a zoo management church's six-foot screen. before they both realized ing from abuse. In one class where children As the evenings their divorce had been instance, a rare Sibe- learn how to take care passed, and with a mistake. They agreed rian White Tiger was of exotic animals." Williams' face repeat- to reunite their lives. confiscated by the "Awareness of the edly projected, Dorothy On March 15, the State and brought to mistreatment of animals noticed he was always church family as the zoo. lie was sickly, is a big step toward accompanied by the witnesses, Plymouth- had lost weight, and eliminating the abuse same woman. She Sorrento company suffered from neglect problem," shares assumed he had found pastor Brendan White while being on display Younts. "Knowledge a new companion. reunited Williams and in an attraction. lie was leads to accepting the As the days passed, his former wife, Dor- nursed back to good nature of animals. Williams felt impressed othy, in marriage. The health and returned to The Biblical account to call his former word from the newly- the original owner—not of creation is also pastor in Nevada. The weds is, "Thank you, the attraction. taught during outdoor pastor's wife answered NET '96." The zoo is also education," says the phone, and as she Brendan White known as a haven for Younts. "We show God owls, deer, hawks, as the Creator who foxes, and other loves all His crea- Kulaqua's Zoo has a two-fold purpose animals native to the tures—and children of rehabilitating ani- state of Florida. After learn respect for life Serves as a mals and educating rehabilitation, the and the Lifegiver." people," explains animals are released Kathy Connatser Refuge administrative director Phil Younts. "We share Florida—The Camp knowledge about Oscar Jones was featured recently Kulaqua zoo in High animals, and help in the Robertson Springs, provides homes people learn to respect Receives Older County newspaper for exotic animals who Florida's indigenous Worker Reward during National Employ are sick, injured, orphaned, wild animals in the the Older Worker or who would have been event they come in Week, March 9-15. euthanized because of contact with them." Kentucky-Tennessee This program is admin- over-population in Wildlife rehabilitation —Oscar Jones of the istered by the U.S. other zoos. "The zoo began in the 1960s Ridgetop, Tenn., church Department of Labor

Nannie Ruiz, zoo curator for Camp Kulaqua, feeds orphaned baby fawns. The Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission brought Oscar Jones helps in the cafeteria at Cheatham Park Elementary them to the camp for rehabilitation and release. School in Springfield.

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for qualifying the electronic sign in persons 55 years or older. the gym flashed the Jones works at a message: "We love county elementary school you, Mr. Jones. We're 20 hours a week. lie works proud to have you on with students helping our team." them with their assign- Jones began his ments. He talks with work at the school in students who just need April, 1996. Prior to someone to talk to. lie that, he drove a van also helps sell snacks for five years, carrying in the cafeteria and handicapped people to lastly, he spoils the work at HATS (Habili- Bethany church pastor and his wife, Darryl and Priscilla Howard faculty. tation and Training Jones was further (left), and Judith and Joseph McCoy, president of South Central Services). Conference. honored by the school Jones and wife with a table full of Madeline moved to Bethany of the South Central small gifts, all tokens Tennessee from Conference, was the of appreciation and Oklahoma seven years Celebrates Sabbath keynote affection. In addition, ago. speaker. The theme for Reunion the reunion was "The Great Reunion—Be South Atlantic— There!" Recently, Bethany The afternoon pro- church in Macon, Ga., gram featured Ramona celebrated its bi-annual Dugger, an interna- reunion. The weekend tional Christian musical was filled with spiritual artist. The reunion blessings, Christian banquet featured fellowship, and old Judith McCoy, first lady fashion fun. of South Central A former minister at Conference. The theme Bethany, Joseph was "Just Do It!" McCoy, now president Darryl Howard

Pageland's church growth. After several meetings and Mission: Preparing hours of prayer, the for Heaven church stepped out on faith and asked the Youngsters at Ephesus Junior Academy wave to the camera following Lord to bless in three a Black History program. South Atlantic— areas: a children's ministry, Jesus, and become "Preparing for Heaven transportation, and a Ephesus candidates for the in 1997," is not just a youth friendship and Celebrates kingdom." Because theme for Pageland community guest day. there is so much church, but the mission In order to have an Black History violence today, our for this growing congre- effective children's safety is in Jesus gation with a member- ministry, the church South Atlantic— Christ. Therefore, "we ship of 42. This mis- needed a vehicle for During Black History must realize that sion began in 1996 transportation. Through month, D. M. Jones prophecy is surely at when the church began the untiring efforts of spoke at the Ephesus hand. As we look making plans for com- lay pastor Robert B. church in Wilmington, around us, there is munity outreach and Bennett the Lord N.C. His subject, evidence of the Holy "Where Then Are Spirit being withdrawn We?" placed emphasis from man daily." on the still existing He concluded that impact of racism. lie people need God, and believes that racism they need the trust so will be present until we must get on Board Jesus comes. lie said with God. that there are all The 5th-8th graders kinds of slavery in of Ephesus Jr. Acad- the world, but the emy performed a worst kind of slavery dramatization of is serving the devil. "God's Creation," by In order for us to James Weldon be free, "we must Johnson. Group discussions are part of preparing the youth for..."Heaven in submit our lives to E. Jean Pitts 1997."

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answered with a 1996 planned a youth friend- 15 passenger van. ship and community The church distrib- guest day. The guest uted fliers to neighbor- speaker was Vanard ing communities and Mendinghall, youth made plans for ten to director for the Confer- 15 children. Fifty ence. His sermon was children responded. not only thought The church stepped up provoking, but inspir- to the challenge. The ing. ministry now averages The day also included 30 children. The music from the church has decided to children's ministry start a community choir, crafts, a dinner State Senator David Ralston (right), listened to the choir and choir. prepared by the hospi- welcomed the children to the capitol building. As an extension of tality committee, and the children's ministry, an evening concert participate in a special restrictions and require- the church prayed and featuring Patricia Davis. program sponsored by ments for families the Georgia Home wishing to educate Education Association. their children at home. Conference the Conference ar- The choir was formed According to Miller, ranged the weekend of early last year, and the choir's primary Sponsors Prayer prayer and praise. consists of 16 children ministry is to bring music During the event, a from ages six to 13. to smaller churches. One Conference special report was Therese Miller is the Sabbath each month, given by Don Shelton, director. The choir was the choir visits a small Carolina—The Caro- assistant to the presi- invited to the Capitol church. They have also lina Conference held dent of the Confer- to express, along with performed for local its second annual ence, of a situation other families, their churches on Sundays, prayer conference at which developed in concern over House service organizations, Nosoca Pines Ranch Russia. The group of Bill 586. This bill is and were featured on March 7-9. The guest 130+ believers fell to being studied by the the local radio station speakers included their knees and prayed education committee last Christmas. Merlin and Juanita for God's intervening and would increase Carolyn Hamilton Kretschmar, Carl help for the brothers Ashlock, and Ron and sisters in Russia. Halvorsen. At the conclusion of ACS Responds needs in the area. The meetings, prayer the weekend, all Samaritan Center groups, worship time, present agreed that to Disaster director Gail Williams sermons, and music God is good and went opened the center as a were all a blessing. away blessed by His Georgia-Cumberland collection and distribu- Ann Pendleton, women's grace and love. —When tornadoes tion site for donated ministries director for Ted Fowle ripped through the relief supplies. It is Chattanooga, Tenn., estimated that more area at 1:00 a.m. on than $45 million worth Sabbath, March 30, the of damage was sus- Adventist Community tained. Services response Williams and Haight coordinator for eastern met with Hamilton Tennessee, Terry County's Sheriff Cupp Haight, immediately and two emergency began to assess the management officials

Leaders during the weekend event included Merline tcretschmar (top, left), Ron Halvorsen, Carl Ashlock, Juanita Kretschmar (bottom, left), and Ann Pendleton.

Home School Choir the Calhoun, Ga., and the Georgia-Cumberland Sings at Capitol Academy churches, sang at the Georgia Georgia-Cumberland State Capitol on Mon- —A choir of home day, March 3. The A common sight was destroyed vehicles. Pictured is Mabel Carter's schooled children from group was there to car in Collegedale.

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Sabbath afternoon to distributed to the discuss plans to help hardest hit areas of the tornado survivors. city. Cupp directed tornado Edward Skoretz, survivors to the Samari- disaster response tan Center in his director for the Geor- interviews with TV gia-Cumberland Confer- reporters and other ence, commends Terry media. The Center also Haight, Gail Williams, worked with the and area church volun- Hamilton County chap- teers for their immedi- ter of the American ate response to the Red Cross. disaster. "I am very Haight and his team pleased for the posi- coordinated work of tioning of the Samari- nearly 100 volunteers tan Center. from the Church of It will enable an Jesus Christ of Latter- effective ministry to day Saints assisting both short- and long- Youth from a Sabbath school class of the Homestead church host with relief efforts. term needs of the the weekly radio program. Pictured clockwise from the top-left: Information on services tornado victims," said Melissa Van Sickle, Daniel Griffith, Rosario Lopez, Marcelo DeFreitas, available at the center Skoretz. Maribel Castillo, Betsy Benjamin, Marcia DeFreitas, and Karen Silas. were immediately Patricia Foster class volunteered their ber, but the church time to make tapes of continues a radio the presentations every broadcast on donated Sunday at 11:00 a.m., air time. Each Sunday and got the chance to morning at 11:00 and be the local host Sabbath afternoons at during the broadcast. 2:00, WBOI broadcasts They gave a small VanSickle's weekly conclusion to the day's sermons covering the subject, and made an book of Hebrews. offer for free Discover VanSickle continues to Bible studies through use the youth for the mail. introductions and Bible The Daniel series study offers. John VanSickle More than 105 apartments were destroyed, eight apartments had concluded in Decem- major damage and 139 sustained minor damage. The Hickory Villa apartment complex in Chattanooga was one of the hardest hit areas. In addition, 37 single family homes were destroyed, 63 had major damage, and 240 with minor damage. There were no fatalities. Welsh, held a car wash Off-duty Officer, Sunday, March 23, in Youth Children, and the church's parking lot. They were raising Young Adults Use with a rhythm. It is Prayers Key to funds for the class very interesting to go Kidnappers' graduation trip to Sea Radio To Reach from hearing a rap World in Orlando. song to our youth Capture Three men with two Community softly introducing the small girls were the sermon." Florida—Mitchal first customers. They Florida—The youth The owners of WBOM- Welsh, a sergeant with wanted to get white Sabbath school class of FM 90.1, Jorge Ojeda, the University of lettering off their car the Homestead church Roger Hernandez, and Florida police depart- windshield—lettering hosted radio broadcasts Victor and Eddie Ten, ment and Gainesville used to indicate the of a Daniel seminar decided to donate one church member, and year, model, and price from October-Decem- free hour per week for eighth graders Kristin of a car for sale. ber, 1996, presented a religious program as Blandford and Tara The men explained by It Is Written a community service. Wallace, students of they were from speaker/director Mark Ojeda is not an the Z. L. Sung Seventh- Kalamazoo, Mich., Finley. Adventist, but is the day Adventist Elemen- and the girls were on The broadcasts were nephew of Homestead tary School in spring break. Welsh's heard on an unlikely church member Tony Gainesville, provided relatives live near choice of stations. Fong. He felt that if descriptions and solid Kalamazoo and he "This radio station is the station was going leads which were knew spring break was not a religious station," to donate time to a instrumental in leading two weeks away. While said Homestead pastor religious program, the the FBI to three Michi- this raised a question John VanSickle. "It is a first offer should go to gan kidnappers. in Welsh's mind, he combination of rap, a Seventh-day The school's eighth and parent Kathy rock, latin, and almost Adventist. graders and their Blandford were suspi- anything fast, loud, and Members of the youth parents, including cious that the car

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might be stolen—they Massachusetts college dents participated and who played a flute knew nothing of the student on spring swelled the ranks of concerto by Mozart. alleged kidnapping of break in Daytona, the Southern Holly Aasheim the two girls. realized that the Adventist Symphony was also a soloist "Coming to work group she met on the to more than 100 for the annual Monday, I noticed a beach was the group musicians on the symphony dinner report on the radio in question. She and Symphony No. 4 in e concert held in that there had been her friends had minor by Brahms. April. The theme an abduction—three invited the group to Featured artists for this year was white males had her hotel room for a the weekend were "Some Enchanted taken two small meal just hours Holly Aasheim, a Evening." females from that earlier, according to senior at Southern, The weekend area (Michigan)," The Gainesville Sun. who played after Easter, the Welsh told the Florida She alerted authori- Tschaikowski's violin orchestra gave two Conference communi- ties and the kidnap- solo, "Meditation," home performances cation department. pers were appre- and Michelle Cham- of a German "At 8 a.m. I called hended in Daytona pion, a Forest Lake "Requiem" by the local FBI office in Beach the next Academy student, Brahms. Gainesville. In min- morning, Tuesday, utes, they came over March 25. with pictures and I "The timeline (for Overton Park Goodwill Homes was able to identify apprehension) was during 1996. the people involved. I extremely fast—just Youth Receive Last year the was concerned for 24 hours later," said Primary Class, Adven- the girls." Barber. "FBI officials Community turer Club, and their "When Sergeant credited Welsh with Service Award leaders, Ella Trotter, Welsh reported it to the girls' recovery," Mr. and Mrs. Echols, the local FBI, there stated The Sun. was a news confer- "Welsh made the first South Central— and Janice Isaac ence at 11 a.m. in confirmed sighting of The youth of the decided that they Detroit," explained the five outside Overton Park church wanted to give Brad Barber, coordi- Michigan when they was recognized in something to the nator of communica- pulled into the February for commu- community. At tions for the Univer- school's car wash. nity involvement by Thanksgiving they sity Police Depart- Officials also credited Goodwill Homes, Inc., carried goody bags ment in Gainesville. children at the car a group home pro- to the Family Link, a "We conducted media wash with providing gram in the Memphis home for runaway interviews by 12:30-1 additional details " area. The award teenagers in Mem- p.m. with Gainesville Welsh and Blandford presented to Janice phis. media which were described items in Isaac and Roy During early De- broadcast throughout the alleged kidnap- Rugless, pastor, was cember they con- the state. Detroit FBI pers' car which in recognition of ducted an AYS Agent David Smith helped the FBI solve community service program for troubled indicated that infor- the case. programs that the youth at the Goodwill mation from Sergeant The kidnapped girls Overton Park youth Homes Community Welsh confirmed what were flown home had conducted at Center on Raines the FBI believed—that Tuesday night, March the suspects may be 25, and state and traveling to Florida. federal kidnapping The search narrowed charges were filed to north central against the three Florida." men. After watching a Cindy Kurtzhals, Kendall news program, a Aldridge, Kristin Blandford.

Symphony chance to participate in a real symphony Members Teach orchestra concert. Both in Florida, one Workshops workshop was with Rhonda Burnham's, Southern Adventist string students from Univ.—Two orchestral Forest Lake and the workshops with the second was with Cliff Southern Adventist Cabonsag's, string The Primary Class enjoyed packing items they brought into goody- University Symphony students from Avon bags containing tracts for run-away teens of The Family Link Agency Orchestra gave younger Park Junior Academy. and for the Goodwill Homes children. Decorated box totes delivered students their first More than 20 stu- the goods.

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Road. The steel to the children in the do a talent show for said, "Giving money for drummers played Goodwill Group Homes Overton Park's Primary someone else to do holiday tunes, Jeffery and the book He Class, Adventurer Club, community work may Isaac played the violin, Taught Love was given and members as their be one thing, but and the Adventurer to each staff member. way of saying thanks. nothing can, take the Club sang. After a brief Following the awards Reflecting on the joy place of our being sermonette by Rugless, ceremony, the youth of and blessings that personally there wit- nearly $500 worth of Goodwill Homes indi- everyone at Overton nessing ourselves." gifts were distributed cated that they want to Park felt, one member Janice Walker Isaac

fall's retreat at Camp nar presenter. hear a pin drop as CIT Young Kulaqua in High The retreats also 300 participated in Adult Training Springs. Nearly 300 focus on continued the November participated in the training of practical foot-washing service. at Kulaqua March 28-30, 1997, in-church how-to's for That's pretty quiet weekend aboard the their responsibilities for 300 teen- Florida—Attempted USS Yorktown aircraft as leaders in their agers. suicide, sexual carrier in Charleston, local churches: "We address the promiscuity, and S.C., and hundreds deacons, deacon- problems of today's being approached to are expected back for esses, Sabbath youth," explains use drugs can touch the retreat coming up school teachers, and Holloway. "In 1987, the lives of Florida's October 31-November teachers of Pathfinder we would never have high school young 2 at Kulaqua. honors. done a seminar on people. At CIT Re- The retreats and "Some people say suicide. We were treats (Counselors in CIT events are de- that high schoolers walking on thin ice Training), youth are signed to bring youth are not deep or are to talk about drugs taught life lessons, closer to God, to not convicted by the and we heard about principles, and savvy church, and to help Holy Spirit," laments it from some par- that can save them them bond together Grace Holloway, CIT ents. Yet, we've got years of heartache. with fellow youth. co-founder with to keep up-to-date The media may pitch The retreat semi- Raymond, her hus- and address what sex, drugs, and rock nars help students band. "Most people the youth need to and roll, yet they confront the chal- think high school hear." Having done don't carry the sweet lenges and stresses students are selfish retreats since 1987, peace God offers in of daily life: suicide, and superficial, the Holloways survey the long haul, says drugs, music, and however, they give of the kids beforehand Dennis Frazier, West promiscuous relation- themselves and to to learn what diffi- area Pathfinder ships. "Being preg- God in the CIT culties they are coordinator and nant out of wedlock events. Their per- facing—that's where member at the Plant at age 18, you pay sonal testimonies are the topics come City church. for it at age 44 and specific encourage- from—what the kids More than 300 the rest of your life," ments to those need." CITs attended last explained one semi- listening. You could Cindy Kurtzhals

Hundreds of CITs converged at Camp Kulaqua.

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Members of the Fayetteville, N.C., church grew by 15 members as a result of NET '96. There are still six people studying for baptism. Pictured are Betty Calloway (left front), assistant pas- tor, Jolene Rey, Michelle Parrilla, Andrea Holczer, Mary Mangual, Alisha Holczer, and church pastor Oral Calloway. In the back row are Jeanette and Mike Kulcsar.

William and Betty Poulton cel- ebrated their 50th wedding an- niversary March 2 at the Sarasota, Fla., church. William James and Elnora White of Dalton, Ga., and Betty were married March, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary 1947, in Hagerstown, Maryland, December 7, recommitting themselves. A and baptized into the Church reception followed in their honor, hosted by in May, 1955. During World War their children. James retired from Western II, William served the U.S. Navy Builder Publishing Co. in Wauwatosa, Wis., < as a first class electrician in and Elnora from the Milwaukee Public School the South Pacific. Following their system. The Whites are members of the Five generations celebrate Hazel B. marriage, they lived in their native Pennsylvania until Bill's re- Dalton church. Dickinson's 98th birthday. Mrs. Dickinson tirement to Sarasota in 1989. The Poulton's have three children. was born February 27, 1899. Pictured with her are daughter, Virginia M. McComb; grand- son, Larry McComb; great-granddaughter, Teresa McComb Whittenden; and great-great- grandson, Larry Whitten den.

Kenneth and Lucile Mathiesen celebrated 60 years of marriage. They were united in marriage Janu- ary 7, 1937, by H.M.S. Richards, Sr., in Loma Linda, Calif. In 1938, they moved to Pittsboro, N.C., an area with no Adventist pres- ence at that time. Dr. Mathiesen began a home call practice, treating patients and delivering babies in their homes. His wife served as his nurse. They also began giving Bible studies and arranged for an evangelist to conduct meetings. Today, there is a Another new company was formed in Lebanon, Tenn., March 15. John Fowler, conference secretary, thriving church in Pittsboro. Fourteen years after organized this group into a company with 22 registered members. It began February 2 when a meeting their arrival, they were able to build and operate a was conducted asking the pastor, Jerry Higgs, to be their spokesman to the conference, requesting small hospital to better serve the community. In the establishment of a company. A Primitive Baptist church was located that could be rented. The 1977, they moved to Bryson City, N.C., where newly formed sister church of Lancaster, loaned Lebanon a lovely organ, and the sister of a newly Mathiesen continued his practice in family medicine baptized member donated an ordinance of humility set. It was obvious that this group will very soon until his retirement in 1993. In retirement, they become a full-fledged church. continue to be active in their small church.

Instrumentalists came from as far away as California, Arizona, Wis- consin, and Pennsylva- nia to join the 1996-97 Southern Adventist Uni- versity Concert Band in honoring Patricia Silver's 35 years as a band di- rector for the Adventist school system. The 75 regular members were joined by approximately 85 former members for the event.

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Advent Home Youth Services, Inc., a licensed residential, treatment program for boys, had a ground breaking for a new school building March 9. The classrooms will have the latest hi-tech equipment for a better teaching environment. Pictured are some of the students participating in the ceremony.

Litter crew ahead. The Palatka, Fla., Pathfinder club is doing its part to keep the city clean and beautiful. The club adopted the 2.5-mile road where their church is located, and pledged to keep it clean for two years. Pictured is Palatka pastor Jamie Litchfield, Howard Strickland, Sami Lumpkins, and Kim Romero erecting a sign to let drivers know they are working on the sides of the road.

More than 520 students in grades five through eight attended the 19th Georgia-Cumberland Conference Elementary Music Festival February 16 at Georgia-Cumberland Academy. Thirty of the 51 conference schools participated. "This was one of the best festivals yet," said Henry Farr, associate superintendent of education for the conference and coordinator of the festival. "The young people were well prepared and had an excellent spirit." Pictured are the enthusiastic fifth and sixth grade choral group.

Oral Calloway of the Fayetteville church held a week of prayer for the church school. He used the Review and Herald Sanctuary program. Several of the chil- dren expressed their appreciation to the pastor by creating cards showing different things they learned about the program.

Steve Case of Sacramento, Calif., was the keynote speaker at the recent Next Step lay-training event for youth and young adult min- istries. Steve was key in the value genesis study and has compiled a book entitled The Lookout Mountain church near Chattanooga celebrated its homecoming recently. Despite the "Shall We Dance." heavy rain, 90 people participated in a program which featured the Atwood family from Wildwood. Family members shared music and experiences from the Philippines. There were presentations from Deward Edgmon, a former pastor, and Martin Fancher, the son of a former pastor, Robert Fancher.

May, 1997 Southern Tidings ■ 31 CALEN DAR May S M T W T F S Carolina Literature Evangelists' Summer Rally- June 23-July 2. Cohutta Springs. 1 2 3 Mini Camp Meeting-May 2-4. Westminister ABC Bookmobile Schedule 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 church. June 14. Augusta, Ga. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16-18. Charlotte, N.C. Grief Recovery-May 21 22 23 24 Women's Mini Retreats June 15. Savannah, Ga. 18 19 20 June 15. Waycross, Ga. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 May 2-4. Greenville, NC. Junelle Vance, June 15. Lakeland, Ga. speaker. June 15. Thomasville, Ga. June 14. Conference office. Margie Schutte, June 16. Albany-Lee Acres, Ga. speaker. June 16. Columbus, Ga. Okanagan Academy Reunion-June 27- June 21. high Pastures, N.C. Ann Wright, June 16. Pine Mtn. Valley, Ga. 29. Details: (604) 852-4900. speaker. National Single Adult Camp-Aug. 25-Sept. Ozark Adventist Academy Homecoming- July 18-20. Nosoca Pines, Clarrisa Worley, I. Camp MiVoden, Hayden Lake, Idaho. June 13-15. Details: (501) 736-2221. speaker. Details: (770) 424-5111. Plainview Academy Homecoming-June July 26. Spartanburg church. 27-29. Florida Gulf States Adventist Singles Ministries Fellowship Conference Executive Committee Dinners June 30. Montgomery. Weddings May 17. Apopka Highland. Aug. 11. Camp Alamisco. May 24. Kress Memorial. Teachers' Convention-Aug. 4-7. Camp Ala- COLLUM - WEBB June 14. Forest Lake and First Church of misco. Karen Marie Webb and Michael West Palm Beach. LE Summer Rally-Aug. 7-10. Camp Ala- Lamar Collum were married No- Estate Services Clinics misco. vember 17 in Tasmania where Michael May 17. Tampa Spanish 8:30 p.m. Ministers' Meeting-Aug. 11-14. Camp Ala- was a student missionary and met May 18. Brandon Spanish 10:00 a.m. misco. Karen. Michael is a member of the June 14. Emmanuel Company 8:30 p.m. Birmingham First church. The couple June 15. Sunshine State 10:00 a.m. Kentucky-Tennessee will continue living in Tasmania. Hispanic Youth/Young Adult Camp Meet- Association Board-May 13. HAIRSTON - GILES ing-May 23-26. Camp Kulaqua. Details: Executive Committee-May 13. and Marcus (305) 225-0528. Pre-Camp Meeting Pitch Erika Giles Hairston were married December Adventist Book Center Bookmobile-May May 14, 15. 29, 1996, by Lloyd Johnson, pastor 23-31. Camp Meeting. Forest Lake Acad- May 20, 21. of the Ephesus church in Winston- emy. Highland Academy Board-May 22. Salem, N.C. The bride is the daughter North Florida Youth Vespers-Ocala Madison Academy Graduation-May 24. of Mr. anti Pis. Vernon Giles of New May 16. Highland Academy Graduation-May 25. York and the groom is the son of Mr. June 6. Camp Meeting Pitch-May 27-30. June 13. Nurses' Annual Camp Meeting Potluck- and Mrs. John Hairston. The couple resides in Winston-Salem, N.C. June 27. May 31. Highland Academy Church. GOAL Summer Leagues & Day Camp- Madison College Alumni Homecoming- HOSTLER - DOLCE Begins June 2. Central Florida. Details: June 20, 21. Details: (615) 865-1615. Johanne Dolce and Donald (407) 644-5000 x 129. Hostler were married February 23, C.H.A.O.S. (Christian HighSchoolers 1997, at the Orlando Central church. Around Orlando Serving)-June 7. Pub- South Atlantic The bride is the daughter of Cush and lic high school event. Details: (407) 644- Greater Atlanta Adventist Academy Gradu- Gladys Dolce of Winter Park, Fla. The 5000 x 131. ation-June 1. Evangelistic Meetings groom's parents are deceased. The couple resides in Orlando, Fla., where June 7-14. Jose and Ofelia Fuentes. Hi- South Central they are employed. aleah Gardens Spanish. Literature Evangelists' Big Month-May June 7-July 19. Bill and Cora Waters. Miami 25. EBERHART - MCDONALD Springs. Oakwood Academy Graduation-May 25. Florence Fuller McDonald and July 1 1-Aug. 16. Lester and Zula Pratt and Executive Committee Meeting-June 1. Frederick Ormond Eberhart, Sr., Roy and Amy Pauley. Kissimmee. Soso, Ms. - Centennial Celebration-July were married March 2, 1997, in the Aug.1-Sept. 6. Ric Swaningson. Starke. 19. chapel at R-Ranch in the mountains The Heart of Youth Ministry-June 8. Semi- Oakwood Academy Homecoming-Nov. 7- of Dahlonega, Ga. Andy McDonald, nar for local church youth leaders. Greater 9. son of the bride, conducted the cer- Miami Academy. Details: Sergios Torres emony. The couple are retired and (305) 225-0528. Southern Adventist University resides in Dahlonega. Cool Camp-June 9-July 18. Day camp for Church Pulpit Guests ages 6-13. Winter Springs church. Details: May 3. Senior Baccalaureate. Terrie Ruff. (407) 327-1190. May 24. Collegedale Academy Baccalaure- 30-July 5. Korean Camp Meeting-June ate. Derek Morris. Stetson University, DeLand. Details: (813) Special Events 886-0909. May 2. Senior Consecration. Ken Rogers. 2-6. Or- Campestre Hispano 1997-July May 3. Senior Baccalaureate (church ser- lando. Sunset vice). Terrie Ruff. May 3. Senior nurses dedication. Georgia-Cumberland May 4. Commencement. Donald R. Sahly. May May May May May June Graduations May 18. Symphony Guild flea market. 2 9 16 23 30 6 May 25. Atlanta Adventist Academy Atlanta, Ga. 8:23 8:28 8:34 8:39 8:43 8:47 Academic Schedule Charleston, S.C. 8:04 8:09 8:14 8:19 8:23 8:27 May 25. Collegedale Academy May I. Preregistration for first summer Charlotte, N.C. 8:11 8:16 8:22 8:27 8:32 8:36 May 17. Georgia-Cumberland Academy session. Collegedale, Tenn. 8:26 8:32 8:38 8:43 8:48 8:52 May 18. Heritage Academy Huntsville, Ala. 7:33 7:39 7:45 7:50 7:54 7:58 May 6. First summer session begins. Jackson, Miss. 7:44 7:49 7:54 7:58 8:03 8:06 June 1. Laurelbrook Academy May 26-30. Preregistration for second sum- Louisville, Ky. 8:36 8:43 8:49 8:55 9:00 9:05 Maryville, Tenn., Church 25th Anniver- mer session. Memphis, Tenn. 7:48 7:53 7:59 8:04 8:09 8:13 sary-June 21. Speaker: Gordon Bietz. Miami, Fla. 7:53 7:57 8:01 8:04 8:08 8:11 Montgomery, Ala. 7:28 7:33 7:38 7:43 7:47 7:51 Adventist Community Services Rally Out of Union Nashville, Tenn. 7:36 7:42 7:48 7:53 7:58 8:02 June 14. Waycross, Ga. Orlando, Fla. 8:01 8:05 8:09 8:13 8:17 8:20 Kilmarnock Church Centennial-Aug. 1, June 28. Albany, Ga. Wilmington, N.C. 7:58 8:03 8:09 8:14 8:18 8:22 2. Details: (804) 435-1371. July 5. Macon, Ga.

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CAROLINA GULF STATES May 25 - June 1 Lake Junaluska, North Carolina May 23-31 Bass iVlemorial Academy Lonnie Melashenko, Morris Venden, Miroslav Kis, Rose Otis, Jack Blanco, Jac Colon, Ron DuPreez, Clifford Goldstein, Dr. Elaine Kennedy, Tony Cirigliano, Crystal Whitten, Myrna Tetz, Agatha Thrash, Rod Wi ley, Mike Ortel, Carl Ashlock, Baily Gilespie, John and Millie Youngberg Steven and Susan Zork KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE May 30 - June 7 Highland Academy FLORIDA Robert Spangler, Glen Coon, Malcolm Gordon, May 23-31 Forest Lake Academy Doug Batchelor, Philip Samaan, Dr. Gerald McLane, Walter Pearson, Dan Matthews, Lonnie Melashenko, Drs. John and Millie Youngberg, Attorney Barry Benton, Ernest Bursey, Dick Duerksen, Capt. Barry Black, Emmanuel Quartet, and Roy Drusky Ron Halvorsen, Benjamin Reaves, Jim Pimentel, Rose Otis, and Gordon Retzer SOUTH ATLANTIC Seminar Presenters: Kay Kuzma, June 5-14 River Oaks, Orangeburg, South Carolina Mr. and Mrs. Richard Tooley, Pastor and Mrs. Jim Zackary, Helvis Thompson, E. E. Cleveland, Dr. Ronald Lynch, Gene Brewer, and Noel Johnson Dr. William Johnson, and Michael Bernard

SOUTH CENTRAL GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND June 6-14 Oakwood College May 28-31 Southern Adventist University Abraham Jules, Bob Mounter, Gene Donaldson, Jessie Wilson, Doug Batchelor, Stephen Bohr, Joseph Backer, Sam Hagen, Benjamin Jones, William Dawson, and John Trusty Paul Hoover, Len McMillan, Marvin Moore, Wayne Owen, Carrol Johnson Shewmake, and Gail Williams SOUTHEASTERN Korean Camp Meeting — May 9,10 ... Cohutta Springs, Crandall, Ga. June 19-28 Hawthorne, Florida Jairyong Lee Joseph McCoy and C. E. Bradford

1997 Summer Camp Schedule

CAROLINA Junior Camp June 22-29 Teen Camp June 29 - July 6 Nosoca Pines Ranch Liberty Hill, South Carolina Family Camp I July 8-13 Junior Camp I (ages 10-12) June 8-15 Family Camp II July 10-13 Junior Camp II (ages 10-12) June 15-22 Adventure Camp (ages 7-9) June 22-29 Teen Camp I (ages 13-16) June 29 - July 6 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE Teen Camp II (ages 13-16) July 6-13 Indian Creek Camp Liberty, Tennessee Young Women (ages 16-25) July 18-20 Family Vacation (all ages) August 28 - September 1 Blind Camp June 15-22 Cub Camp June 22-29 Junior Camp I June 29 - July 6 FLORIDA Junior Camp II July 6-13 Camp Ku!aqua High Springs, Florida Teen Camp I July 13-20 Pathfinder Honor Camp (ages 10-15) June 1-8 Teen Camp II July 20-27 Junior Camp I (ages 10-12) June 8-15 Family Camp July 29 - August 3 Cub Camp (ages 8, 9) June 15-22 Specialty Camp August 3-8 Junior Camp II (ages 10-12) June 22-29 50+ Camp August 19-24 Teen Camp (ages 13-16) June 29 - July 6 Extreme Adventure Camps Water-skiing (ages 13-16) July 6-11 SOUTH ATLANTIC White Water Rafting (ages 13-16) July 13-20 River Oaks Campground Orangeburg, South Carolina Orientation June 21-22 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND Junior Camp June 22-29 Cohutta Springs Campground Crandall, Georgia Cub Camp (ages 8, 9) June 8-15 Junior Camp I (ages 10-12) June 15-22 SOUTH CENTRAL Junior Camp II (ages 10-12) June 22-29 Booker T. Washington Park Chattanooga, Tennessee Family Camp (all ages) July 1-6 Orientation June 29 - July 5 Family Camp Weekend July 4-6 Cub/Junior Camp July 6-12 Tween Camp (ages 12, 13) July 6-13 Friendship Camp July 13-19 Aquatics Camp (ages 14-17) July 6-13 Teen Camp July 20-26 Teen Camp I (ages 13-16) July 13-20 Basketball/Aquatic Camp July 27 - August 2 Teen Camp II (ages 13-16) July 20-27

GULF STATES SOUTHEASTERN Camp Alamisco Dadeville, Alabama Southeastern Conference Campground Ilawthorne, Florida Blind Camp June 8-15 Haitian Youth Retreat July 1-6 Adventure Camp June 15-22 Junior/Teen Camp July 5-31 Th„e o tor,left Iv/th c7171then t e i as. eskie ta iisiator

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Sharryn Mahorney P.O. Box 240249 Montgomery, Alabama We arrived back home from the Romanian Project safe and sound. All four of our team members, Pastor & Sheri Dye, Janet Hurd and Tom Shaffer felt that we left our hearts when we headed back to the States. We were assigned the town of Tirga Lapus. This is one of the hardest areas in Romania to reach the people. It has a special social culture, the Oash, which holds itself apart from the other regions. This is the main reason in the 130 years of Adventism in Romania there has not been a church raised there. Instead of reaping we were to be the sowers. Tirga Lapus is a small town of 12,000 members. There is a company of S.D.A.'s meeting there of about 17 people.They have only baptized one person in Tirga Lapus and that was about a year ago. The town is in the northern part of Romania and is about 60 years behind time. Many of the people still come to town in wagons pulled by horses or cows. The main occupations are farming and working in the mines. This is what we found when we arrived after a 10 hour train ride through the Transylvania mountains. We entered the town ready to begin our work only to find out that not many knew of our coming. Posters had been placed in every store window in town that would allow one and about 1000 handbills given out. The rest of the advertising was word of mouth. Our first night we had a small crowd and eight children. From there on out the attendance picked up with more and more enthusiasm. Our second Sabbath we had 60 children for Sabbath School in a 12' by 12' room. We were shoulder to shoulaer and knee to knee. what a joy it was. Many decisions were made to follow Christ by the children as well as the adults. The interest of the young people was a real inspiration to each one of our team members and we have come back different people with a deeper desire to follow Christ and to return to the people we have grown fond of.

are four of my Romani nds who were baptized. an

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din church growth department. Praise Point 4: 1996 was a banner year for the trust department. Maturi- Volume 91, No. 5 May, 1997 ties totaling $5.5 million were received Official Organ of the Southern Union last year in the trust departments of Conference of Seventh-day Adventists the Union, conferences, and colleges. These funds greatly help with educa- tion, evangelism, church buildings, and SOUTHERN UNION State of the Union Report the media ministry. CONFERENCE DIRECTORY Praise Point 5: We have a growing 3978 Memorial Drive Praise Points educational system that focuses on the Mail Address • P.O. Box 849 • Decatur, Georgia 30031 We have completed the first year of Telephone (404) 299-1832 spiritual, mental, and emotional growth President M. D. GORDON the new Southern Union Conference with a strong emphasis on incorporat- Secretary W. D. SUMPTER quinquennium. This five-year period will ing the newest technology for learn- Treasurer R. P. CENTER bring us into a new millennium. ing. Also, a new master's program was Undertreasurer L. D. BEERS, JR. Our theme for this period is "From started at Southern Adventist Univer- Departments Vision to Victory-Strategy 2,000" sity for our Southern Union teachers. Association Treasurer LARRY L. DAVIS (1,000 Churches, 200,000 Members Church Growth RON HALVORSEN Praise Point 6: A continuing strong Church Ministries (Adults), ASI . W. M. ABBOTT, JR. by year 2,000). and innovative departmental thrust is Children, Stewardship . . OLIVER J. McKINNEY, JR. For this State of the Union Report I being carried on in youth, adult, Youth, Pathfinders, Family Life . . A. R. WILLIAMSON will share some "Praise Points" that children's, family life, community ser- Civilian Chaplain LESTER RILEA emphasize how God has abundantly vices, health, publishing, and commu- Communication blessed this past year. Marketing MARTIN BUTLER nication ministries. Our religious lib- Publications OLSON PERRY Praise Point 1. For six years we erty department has helped over 650 Sign Engineer DANNY L. McDONALD have been praying and working for a members over the last several years Computer Services goal of 8,000 baptisms in a year. We with their Sabbath accommodation chal- Associate RAYMOND EARLE came close to achieving that objective lenges. Education K. JAMES EPPERSON in 1995 with 7,630. In 1996 we were Elementary NORWIDA A. MARSHALL Praise Point 7: A new master's pro- Secondary GERALD N. KOVALSKI blessed far beyond our expectations gram is being developed at Southern Evangelism DENNIS ROSS. JR. with 9,264. Adventist University to enhance our Health/Temperance ALLAN R. WILLIAMSON Praise Point 2. The percentage of pastoral ministry in the Southern Union. Inner City W. D. SUMPTER tithe gain in 1996 was 4.57 percent. Praise Point 8: 1996 was the year Medical/Dental W. MAURICE ABBOTT, JR. The Southeastern Conference led the Medical Secretary JOE S. CRUISE that Southern College gained univer- Associate HAROLD W. MOODY Union and possibly the whole division sity status; Florida Hospital College of Dental Secretary J. GLENN LINEBARGER with a tithe gain of 11.04 percent. Health Sciences (our new college in Associate ROBERT W. ADDISON Praise Point 3: A strong lay pastor Orlando) was awarded accreditation, Ministerial OLIVER J. McKINNEY, JR. training program continued in 1996. and Oakwood College had a record Public Affairs and Religious Liberty ..... L. A. STOUT Over 1,000 dedicated lay persons have Publishing B. J. BECKWORTH enrollment... . litIES Treasurer PETER DEVRIES either completed all or part of the lay This Praise Points report is actually FHES T. R. SMITH training under the direction of our your report-because it could not have Adventist Book Centers DOUG ANDERSON happened without your faithfulness. Trust Services STEWART J. CROOK Only eternity will reveal how much your Women's Ministries EVIE VANDEVERE loving gifts of time, talents, and funds Local Conference Directory have accomplished in behalf of our precious Savior. CAROLINA-Kenneth R. Coonley, president; Ronald G. Schmidt, secretary; Randee R. Reynolds, treasurer; 2701 Please note the following graphs which East W. T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28215 (P.O. Box reveal God's blessings in our union far 560339, Charlotte, NC 28256-0339), Telephone (704) more than words can portray. While 596-3200. Adventist Book Center-Telephone (704) we rejoice over these reports, we are 599-0699, Fax: (704) 596-5775. humbled as we realize how much is FLORIDA-Gordon Retzer, president; Gloria Becker, secre- yet to be done. tary; Stephan Wilson, treasurer; 655 N. Wymore Rd., Winter Park, FL 32789-2865 (P.O. Box 2626, Winter Park, FL 32790-2626). Telephone (407)644-5000. Adventist Book Center-Telephone (407) 644-4255, (800) 765-6955. GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND-Gordon Bietz, president; David President, Southern Union Conference Cress, secretary; Errol Eder, treasurer;I-75 at Highway 156 (P.O. Box 12000), Calhoun, GA 30703-7001. Telephone NAD PERCENTAGE GROWTH BY UNIONS 1987- 1998 TITHE GROWTH - NAD BY UNIONS (706) 629-7951. Adventist Book Center-P.O. Box 3204, COMPARING 1987 AND 1996 Collegedale, TN 37315. Telephone (615) 396-2814. 0.35 GULF STATES-Melvin Eisele, president; Don Eckenroth, secretary; Dennis Milburn, treasurer; 6450 Atlanta High- 0.3 way (P.O. Box 240249; Zip: 36124-0249), Montgomery, 0.25 AL 36117. Telephone (334) 272-7493. Adventist Book 0.2 Center-Telephone (334) 272-6450, (800) 467- 6450. 0.15 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE-R. R. Hallock, president; John 0 1 Fowler, secretary; Douglas A. Hilliard, treasurer; 850 Conference Dr., Goodlettsville, TN 37072 (P.O. Box 0.05 I 1088), Goodlettsville, TN 37070-1088. Telephone (615)

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