FROM THE PRESIDENT ence in the lives of your stu- dents. Without our dedicated teachers, there would be no Thank you, teachers, for caring Adventist schools. Dr. Richard by Max A. Trevino Osborn, vice president for education of the North Southwestern Union President American Division, has done As most of you know, ing out the best in her. a study on the Adventist val- my wife, Betty, is a teacher. She related how a ues taught in our schools. Because of this, I have spe- teacher in her own Without our schools, cial insights into Christian childhood had been Adventists would have to education from the teacher's the only person to give give up many teachings by viewpoint, as well as from a her praise and Ellen White, who strongly parent's or student's view- approval. "How differ- promoted Adventist schools. point. I can tell you ent my life would have In our schools, our children unequivocally that our been without her letting me know are taught daily such distinctive teachers in the Adventist that I had potential. Thank you for Adventist beliefs as Sabbath obser- education system are hard doing that. for my daughter, as vance, the idea of a remnant working and caring individ- well." That note meant more to church, lifestyle issues and the gift uals. Betty than I can express. It bright- of prophecy. Our schools have ened not only her day, but her proven to be the very best place to entire school year. train church workers and for our I want all the teachers in our young people to find marriage Without our Southwestern Union Conference partners. schools to know that you, too, are Thank you, teachers of the loved and appreciated. I know Southwest, for all you are doing to dedicated what long hours you put in and make Adventist education the very how hard you work to uphold best education that is available to standards of academic excellence. I our children. You are doing a work teachers, know that your highest goal is to that counts for eternity, and you're model Jesus in your classroom. I doing a great job! there would know that you do make a differ- be no Adventist schools.

It means a great deal to teachers when parents and students take the time to express their appreciation for what caring Christian teachers have done for them. One of the nicest Valentines my wife ever received came this year from the mother of one of her third grade students. The mother thanked Betty for making her daughter

feel special and for bring- Betty Trevino's third grade class at Burton Adventist Academy and Audrey Campbell's third grade class at Keene Adventist Elementary School were pen pals during the 1996-97 school year. Here they meet for the first time at a picnic the last week of school.

Vol. 96, No. 7. The Southwestern Union Record is a monthly publication for the Seventh-day Adventist churches of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Texas published at the headquarters office of the Southwestern Union Conference, Box 4000, 777 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson, Texas 76097. Subscription price is $10.

2 RECORD/July 1997 How important is your I I I I I I I I I child's education? Every human being, cre- by Douglas Walker, Director of Education ated in the image of God, Southwestern Union Conference is endowed with a power akin to that of the Just how do we keep our chil- the books they read model positive Creator—indivduality, dren and youth safe spiritually, character traits? Are you comfort- power to think and to do. intellectually, physically and social- ably involved with your children's ly as they complete this century education, and does that involve- The men in whom this and venture forth into a new one? ment tie your family more closely power is developed are The Valuegenesis study has shown to your church and your God? If the men who bear that the home, the church and the these questions cause you to pause responsibilities, who are school must and reflect, why not reach out to work together your local Adventist church school leaders in enterprise, and to lead our or academy? who influence character. young people If, however, the necessary It is the work of true into a mature school conditions are not available, relationship maybe consideration should be education to develop this with Jesus made to start a school at your power, to train the youth Christ. As I church as some churches have to be thinkers, and not travel around done during the past year. Or per- mere reflectors of other our haps you will find another route Douglas Walker Southwestern for your children. men's thought. Instead of Union, I am confining their study to impressed by the strong families I What about home schooling? meet, by the church programs that Home schooling is a rapidly that which men have reach out to our children from their growing movement across our said or written, let stu- earliest days, and by the dedicated nation and even in our own dents be directed to the Christian teachers who spend Southwestern Union. In cases where the family lives far from any sources of truth...let untold hours working for our chil- dren and youth. local church school or where the them contemplate the How is it with the formal edu- parents want to take charge of the great facts of duty and cation of your children? Do they educational process for their chil- destiny, and the mind study with Christian teachers who dren, home or parent schooling model a working Christianity, who seems to be a valid choice. will expand and strength- teach a curriculum that matches In some cases, it provides en. Instead of educated your beliefs, and who cooperate financial savings and perhaps more weaklings, institutions of with you in leading your children freedom in the educational process. to accept Jesus as their personal Certainly, at its best, home school- learning may send forth Savior—teachers who use prayer as ing can offer advantages to the men strong to think and a powerful educa- act, men who are mas- tional tool and the ters and not slaves of cir- Holy Bible as a I'm the only sixth grader at the major textbook? Enid Adventist school except in cumstances, men who Do the songs special studies where fifth and possess breadth of mind, your children learn sixth grades are combined. Our reflect your beliefs? teacher had us do two newspa- clearness of thought, and pers on the Civil War. We divided Do the field trips the courage of their con- into sides, the North and South. take your children Alexis Rivera and Gabrielle victions. Education, E. where you would Kornegay were the North, and Nicole Madison have them go? Do Siedra Caleb and I were the G. White, pp. 17, 18 Gth your children's grade South. Siedra and I covered major games support events in the war, and the others covered the civilian Christian values? Do events. After reading both papers, one could see that 'I'll''''' the war was well covered.

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When his pastor father became ill one Sabbath morning making it impossible for him to meet family, match biblical models for his preaching appointment, Loury Duffy strengthening the family unit, and stepped in and took his place. Loury's message lead the children into a closer walk was about hope in a hopeless world. His father with Jesus. At its worst, home and mother are Larry and Sharon Duffy of the schooling can be a disaster for Rusk and Elkhart churches in Texas. both parent and child. However, before considering home schooling, parents need to give careful study to the entire home school concept, giving spe- cial consideration to all the details, spondence courses (Home Study is social occasions, mentoring for including the final outcome. developing a new Bible course church leadership. As the director of education for especially for high school students Encourage your local church to this union, I do want to suggest which should be available later this involve your child in a variety of closer working relationships year), and selected reading materi- religious and social programs, to between our church schools and als may strengthen the spiritual provide an even broader education our home schools. Surely attending relationships at home. and to prepare your child for a a church school is the best choice. Mothers and fathers must happy and productive life on this However, if this is not possible, our spend additional quality time talk- earth and an eternity with our church schools should provide test- ing with their children, modeling Lord. ing services, group field trips, and guiding the Christian lifestyle Church leaders should be posi- cooperative service projects and and talking with their children tive, supportive and affirming, not general educational counsel. We about their own walk with God. critical or condemning. By working are all part of a crucial educational The local church must also together, our homes, schools and process whose goal is to save the provide solid support for its young churches can raise the percentages children whom God has entrusted people who attend home or public of public school trained young to our care. Working together, school. The best teachers in the people who develop faith maturity church schools and home schools church should be assigned to work and look to a long-term, loyal rela- can better carry out this task. with children and youth in the tionship with God and His Church. The public school option Sabbath school departments, and Let's work together to provide In today's world, we cannot the church must provide abundant the very best in education at home, afford to ignore the large number opportunities for the public school at church and at school in order to of our Seventh-day Adventist chil- and home school students to be lead our young people into the dren and youth who attend public involved in church programs and heavenly kingdom! schools for one reason or another. Yes, we think that our church's educational system is the very best For further reading option, but many are forced to Dudley, Roger L., Passing on the Torch: How to Convey make other choices. So, how is our Religious Values to Young People (Hagerstown, MD: Review church to reach out to these young and Herald Publishing Association, 1986). members of our flock? When children are enrolled in Gillespie, V. Bailey, Ed., Project Affirmation: Perspectives on public schools, an even heavier Values (Riverside, CA: La Sierra University Press, 1992). responsibility falls on the parents Larson, Roland and Doris, Project Affirmation.. Teaching and the church to make sure that Values (Riverside, CA: La Sierra University Press, 1993). each child or youth gains a solid Christian outlook on life. McMillan, Len, ParentWise: How to Raise Good Adventist Carefully planned daily wor- Kids (Hagerstown, MD: Review and Herald Publishing ships in the home, Bible corre- Association, 1993).

About the cover: The cover picture, with the Southwestern Adventist University library in the background, represents the gradu- ating classes for the 1997 school year. From left: Colleen Thompson, B.S. degree from Southwestern Adventist University; Jonathan Guirrero, 12th grade academy graduate from Chisholm Trail Academy; David May, a mas- ter's degree from Southwestern Adventist University; Leslie Norwood, kindergarten from Keene Adventist Elementary School; Claudio Japas, 12th grade graduate from Burton Adventist Academy; Daryl Thomas repre- senting indivduals obtaining a doctoral degree; Irma Espino, Chisholm Trail Academy; and Matthew Freedman, graduating from 8th grade at Burleson Adventist School. Photo: Todd Watts

4 RECORD/July 1997 years this has meant different tant as acade- things. Becky started out making mics are, the crafts and selling them to neigh- Becky's home school- practical side bors, friends and relatives, but she ing experience of life should soon saturated her market. Then not be she grew plants and sold them and Becky Burghart began bread- neglected. In finally began helping her brother in making at a very young age, taking Education, his bakery business. When he went over a business that her brother page 216, we on to bigger jobs, she took over had started, but that's only part of are reminded the bakery and still makes 12 to 30 her story. that both loaves each week. She has learned Becky's education began at an boys and to record her expenses and profit early age, informally exploring her girls should in a ledger and now has a comput- world and having books read to gain a knowl- er program so she can analyze her her. We began home schooling her edge of business. She also has an interest- older brother when she was three household Becky Burghart about bearing checking account. We have and she was free to sit in his class- duties and to deliver a loaf of been studying business math in es if she wished. She was always her bread to a cus- that girls school this year, and I believe she attentive when we had reading tomer. should learn could run a business by herself. class or I was reading books about to harness and drive a horse, to Another essential part of our science or social studies. use the saw and hammer, as well children's education has been ser- When Becky was five, she as rake and hoe, to better fit them vice. When the tornado hit Little begged me to teach her to read. I to meet the emergencies of life. Rock a few weeks ago, Becky delayed formal instruction until she Today that might mean to learn to spent many hours working at the was almost seven, but then it didn't drive a car, make repairs around warehouse sorting clothes and set- take her long to "crack the code," the house and grow a flower gar- ting up a place for people to and soon she was reading the den. receive help. She worked in the newspaper, Bible and everything We do our regular school nursery several nights during NET else. She still enjoys reading and work, book labs and field trips on `96 and always helps wherever she does a lot of it. four days a week and a home busi- is needed. Adventists believe that as impor- ness on Tuesdays. Through the Becky plans to go to college and study something in the medical Points to consider before starting a home school field. She would also like to be a church organist and has taken Qualifications child will be taught the correct subject mat- organ lessons for three years. Most • Are you as parents really prepared to pro- ter in the best possible order? vide appropriate education in a home set- • Have you given thought to making sure of all, she plans to spend eternity ting? that your child will be able to transfer into with Jesus. • Do you have the educational preparation, another school system from your home Debbie Burghart, Becky's mother the teaching ability, and the necessary disci- school experience with no loss of time or Little Rock pline and patience to carry on a solid educa- credit? tional program? • What materials will you use in your • Is the education you provide really the best school? Activities to involve all for your child and your family? Is your child • Have you previewed them to make sure ready for a home schooling experience? that they support a strong Seventh-day youth of the church Time and space Adventist Christian educational product? • Invite youth to Friday evening • Do you have the actual time and space to • Are the materials up to date in content vespers at a member's home. have a full school program in your home?. and methods? • Plan regular social gatherings for • Is adequate preparation and evaluation time Do they meet the needs of your child now youth. and in the future? available? • Appoint junior deacons, dea- • Are you willing to set aside an almost invi- Accreditation conesses, ushers, greeters, elders. olable block of time daily to carry out school • What sort of accreditation or validation • Plan campouts especially for youth. tasks? will you use to give evidence that your child • Do you have a long-term commitment in is receiving a quality education? • Encourage all youth to join order to save your child from the trauma of • Will others recognize the quality of the Pathfinders and Adventurer clubs. transfer? school work your child has done? Will credit • Organize special outreach activities Curriculum and/or grades transfer to another school? like feeding the homeless, visiting the • Have you located a strong course of study • Do you have plans to develop a portfolio elderly,volunteering at the Red Cross. that provides for the spiritual, mental, physi- of your child's work? • Organize weekend prayer meetings cal and social growth of your child? • Have you sought the counsel of others especially for youth. • Do you have an assurance that some cru- who are successfully running a home school • Make youth Sabbath school attractive cial elements are not missing? program? to the age group. • Do you have in hand a broad-ranging edu- • Have you checked to see the legal require- cational scope and sequence so that your ments for home schooling in your area?

RECORD/July 1997 5 Teachers receive awards for excellence Over the last nine years the Southwestern Union Conference has honored 55 teachers with Zapara Excellence in Teaching Awards. These teachers received a total of $55,000 in cash awards funded by a generous gift from Tom and Violet Zapara of California supplemented by Southwestern Union educational funds. Each of these teachers was Donna Baer with her students on the first day of school. honored for his or her dedication to teaching our children. is occupied with various The 1996-97 school year is the learning centers. These last year these gifts of appreciation learning activities encour- will be given. Four more teachers age total involvement of in our union will receive this each student and are the award. The following comments pinnacle of creativity." were taken from letters of nomina- Jack Francisco. tion for the award: Oklahoma Conference Donna Baer, teacher of grades 1- Superintendent of Schools 4, Claremore, OK — "There are a few classrooms that, when you walk in, you know that you have an excellent teacher at work. Such is the case when you walk into Donna Baer's classroom at Claremore Adventist School. Every -011--Before and after: corner and every foot of wall space Donna Baer's students dig a hole, line it with plastic and fill their fish pond with water and top it off with a water lily.

Sherry May, kindergarten teacher, Burleson Adventist and she takes that responsibility School — "She never makes the very seriously." children feel unimportant, nor do Marie Adams, School Board Chair they ever feel put down. They know she cares for them, and William Kornegay, 3rd grade Enid elementary school they learn to respect her and "At the science fair I worked do what is right on the booth telling about cholesterol. We handed out out of a loving books and forms. We told the relationship. She people the difference between never rushes good and bad cholesterol. We them. She never showed them what cholesterol raises her voice in can do to your heart and an ugly tone. other parts of your body. They Sherry is very asked us questions, and we answered them. cognizant of her responsibility to Because Sherry May keeps her kindergarten class involved these little ones, with many interest-absorbing projects, they enjoy every day they come to school.

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Patsy Starr, teacher of grades 1-8, Santa Anna Church School "Patsy exemplifies all a good teacher should be. She is unwa- Patsy Starr vering in her faith and a good witilc,,s for Christ by word and deed, yet is not so Keene Adventist Elementary School teachers are, from left: Erik Nielsen, Donna self-assured that she won't ask oth- Berkner, Ruth Ann Fillman, Dorice Edwards, Janelle Hurst, David May, Brad ers to pray for her. Outside the Slavens, Evalyn Young, Debra Hall and Charlotte Larkin. classroom, Mrs. Starr is an active member in the church and commu- Marcia does whatever it takes to one for Keene Adventist nity. She encourages young people make sure she is up to date with Elementary School. Home and to take an part in many community her teaching techniques and the School members organized a week activities." information she delivers to her stu- of activities and gifts, both large Kathryn Pearce, School Board dents." and small, to show our teachers Member and Parent Faye Jones, School Board Chair how important they are to our total Submitted by Kristi Amparan Marcia Wehtje, teacher of grades school program. Southwestern Union Office of 1-8, Miller Adventist School — Each day the teachers received "Marcia is a gifted and spiritually Education something. On Monday they guided person. Her first and most received imprinted ribbons and important concern is for her stu- K.A.E.S. says thank pins to wear. Students wore appre- dents. It is not only important to ciation stickers for their teachers. her that they get a good education, you to teachers Tuesday they were given an inspi- but that they also have a firm foun- National Teacher Appreciation rational book for educators. dation to stand on concerning our Week, May 5 to 9, was a special Wednesday they were treated to Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. lunch provided by parents. To afford teachers a chance to talk and relax with each other, they were taken off campus on Thursday for a Mexican luncheon. Volunteers stepped into all class- rooms for two hours while the teachers were away. During the previous two weeks the 230 students were asked to bring notes, cards of appreciation or pictures to be placed in a mem- ory book for each teacher. These books with covers tastefully deco- rated by one mother, Renee Bradbury, were presented to the teachers on Friday. Flowers provid- ed by parents for the Sabbath ser- vices at the Keene church ended the week of teacher appreciation. Marcia Wehtje, back row, third from left (and inset), with her teacher's aid and stu- Kristi Amparan dents, says, "In order for me to be successful in my classroom, I must give Jesus first place in my life. Only then am I able to treat my students, and everyone else, Communication Secretary as Jesus would. As a teacher, I need to always keep in mind that Jesus came to be of service to others. And just so a teacher in the classroom should give each student the attention, courtesy, respect and compassion Jesus would give if He were the teacher.

RECORD /July 1997 7 through which my "And my booth was about students blood pressure and the heart. What teaching in a It was cool. I liked it a lot. I may see and did a lot of stuff. We helped Christian school has learn more take blood pressure and I of Jesus and helped ride the exercise meant to me His love. machine. I answered a lot of My last seven years of teaching Situation,, questions." have been at the Alamogordo that arise Adventist Elementary School. What Joseph Harrington, second become grade, Enid Adventist Elementary a blessing it has been to watch stepping these little ones become young stones to the cross as students (and study and discover God in the adult Christians. Along with that teachers!) take their shortcomings midst of our curriculum. blessing, however, comes the over- and mistakes to our loving I'm so thankful the Adventist Heavenly Father. Burdens and church here in Alamogordo realizes cares that trouble their fragile the necessity and importance of hearts are tenderly handed over to Christian education. It is my prayer Jesus as together we pray about that if my students boast of any- them. thing, it is this: that they love and Characters are refined as we know God. daily learn from the Master Teacher Stacy L. Mitchell and invite the Holy Spirit to make Principal-teacher, us new creations in Christ. Christ- grades 1-6 centered wisdom is sought as we

Southwestern graduates newly-hired by Texas Stacy Mitchell Conference whelming responsibility to daily JoAnna Gendke — Fort Worth First Church School exemplify Christ in all situations Angela Goines — Scenic Hills School in San Antonio and at all times. So often I see Jean Griffith — Brownsville Adventist School myself mirrored in the children's reactions and words. Oh, that each Jason Haak — Fort Worth First Church School student would see Jesus in me! Christopher Morris — Burton Academy Being a teacher in Christian Jamie Swingle — Fort Worth First School education allows me the opportu- Kim Sexson (with master's degree) — Keene Adventist Elementary School nity to turn the everyday experi- Melanie Stroud — Elgin Adventist Junior Academy ences in a classroom into windows

"At the science fair my booth was about healthy teeth. I ur teacher, Ann Blake, thought she was ready for the showed people how to floss 1996-97 school year, and she was until challenges and their teeth. We gave away changes came along, forcing her to spend more effort at the toothbrushes and dental school, more time on her knees and take more vitamins with floss." her breakfast. The school year began with seven students and ended with 10. Two Spanish children who joined the school brought a cross- cultural element to the student body, and it has been an adven- ture and learning experience for both teacher and students to learn some Spanish words. Ridge Mitchell first grader Besides the regular events of the school year, seasonal pro- from Enid grams and field trips, Blake has been involved in Pathfinder Adventist Elementary and Adventurer clubs. Sharon P Snow DeQueen Home and School Leader

8 RECORD /July 1997 perform at two of the Texas Christian University half-time shows this year. This was in addition to a number of other programs we had done. Our team of 34 students, rang- ing from freshmmen to seniors, has a desire to represent our school, WE'VE LEARNED A LOT ourselves and most importantly, our God. Whether we present a THIS YEAR. Sabbath school program, church service or a gymnastic routine, we We've grown spiritually want the audiences to see Jesus in us. Because of this common bond Our prayer breakfasts fied. We of representing Christ, our team showed how has developed a bond and a desire have improved our they fished all to work hard to be the very best night and did- prayer lives n't catch one Once a month we have a fish. But in the prayer breakfast at Richardson morning Jesus Adventist came and helped them. School. We start off with There were so Shelly Robertson singing, then many fish the Pastor Torrez net almost broke! talks to us God really takes care of us as while we eat He took care of the disciples. We breakfast. After had goldfish crackers for our eating we breakfast! divide into Raul Small and Shelly Robertson Raul Small prayer groups. Third grade Our prayer captains are seventh, eighth and ninth graders. Some- times we have our parents join us. Our spiritual growth On our school's overnight has increased in camping trip in Oklahoma, we had a prayer breakfast by the shore of proportion to our Lake Murray. At this breakfast some of us performed a skit taken from physical expertise the Bible—the one of the disciples Approximately 9,000 basketball fishing right after Jesus was cruci- fans watched our Chisholm Trail Academy gymnastic acrobatic team

Chisholm Trail Academy gymnastic team dressed and ready for the show.

RECORD/July 1997 9 FEATURE they can be, to look out for one another and also to have fun. "The Students at Ketchum Junior gymnastic team is a family to me," Academy take turns says Tyke Krugh, a team member. with teacher "I've learned to work hard, meet Damian Toews and and get to know new people." the pastor, William Boyd, in conducting Gymnastic team captain Tiffany the chapel services. Chinchurreta says, "The gymnastic Pictured above are team goes beyond trying to excell Daryl Helms, Monica Martin and in the various skills; it also gives Kristin Miller acting encouragement, inspiration and a out a play on self- feeling of accomplishment. And control. Jesus isn't an afterthought; He is r the center of our team." Joe Perrone CTA PE Instructor We've helped support Building a ramp Our goal is to become our church programs brought happiness to Beginning in November 1996, givers and receiver the Killeen Adventist Junior comfortable sharing When the principal of Beavers Academy pre-K and kindergarten our faith Adventist Academy in Ardmore, class worked on a Sabbath school Okla., and his wood working stu- One of the objectives of the El investment project for missions. Paso Junior Academy is to provide dents learned about Martha Each child promised to save 25 opportunity for the church school Rainey's problem, they used their cents a week from his allowance. training and skills to relieve her students to get practice in helping As the children placed their anxiety. Rainey, a long time lead out in programs both at the quarters in a coin-saver folder each Ardmore resident who has been school and the church. They are week, excitement would build. confined to a wheel chair for the involved in sharing their talents in They could hardly wait to see the past nine years, was now confined church programs like telling the envelopes fill up. Each envelope children's story or reading the to her house because of the deteri- held $5 (20 quarters). The end scripture. They also help build the orated ramp leading to the front result was giving $41.50 to the door. image of the school by telling Killeen Seventh-day Adventist about its program and helping raise Church investment program. funds for improvements. Joetta McClain, teacher PreK-Kindergarten class By collecting funds we've been able to help During the Pasta for Pennies campaign, the students at Little Rock Adventist Academy collected change for leukemia research. The school won second place among the schools participating in the area campaign—a $100 gift certificate from Best Buy. Teacher Kim Felty's fourth to sixth grade class, who won first place in the classes at Little Rock Students at El Paso Junior Academy are Academy, was treated to a free encouraged to help out with church meal at the Olive Garden Woodworking students at Beavers programs when they can. Melissa Restaurant. As they were leaving, a Adventist Academy and their teacher, Grabe, as seen here, recites a poem built this ramp for homeowner Martha entitled 'This Is my Gift." woman at the table next to theirs Rainey. From left: Lee Davidson, Tiffany commented on the children's good Paulino, Malissa McLane, Nabile behavior. Papendick, Chad Reiter, Keri Reiter and Boaz Papendick.

10 RECORD/July 1997 FEATURE The two boys and four girls in the home maintenance and repair class took on the job of replacing the ramp, thus making it possible for her, once again, to get in and out of her house. The local newspaper, The Daily Ardmoreite, carried the story and a picture of the students who helped, quoting both the principal and one student, Chad Reiter, who said, "It feels good to help other people." Olive Blumenshein With the prospect of 60 seniors attending Burton Adventist Academy in the fall, Correspondent the school board and constituent church members have agreed that a new gym- nasium and extra classroom complex is a "must." Pictured at the ground breaking are, from left: Peter Thomas, building construction supervisor; Connie Perryman, We've been challenged Burton Academy school board chair; Steve Gifford, Texas Conference president; Altus and Virginia Hayes, major donors and sponsors; and Max A. Trevino, to make it to heaven Southwestern Union Conference president. Photo: Debbie Simons "Meet me under the mango them see the need for Christ to be don't dare think you will become tree" was the closing challenge the their leader. great without Jesus in your life." baccalaureate speaker, Keith Gray, Now as a graduation speaker, In closing, Gray described associate pastor at Burleson once again he used "plain talk" in heaven's tree of life with its 12 Adventist church, gave to the 35 his addresss entitled "Don't Dare, branches bearing different fruits Burton Academy graduates on and I Dare You." Among the things each season. He told about how Saturday night, May 24. Gray, who he said, Gray spoke directly to the much he loves mangoes and when had been a favorite speaker at a parents of the graduates. he gets to heaven, how he can be number of Burton Academy func- "Don't dare blame the school," found eating mangoes under the tions, was well-loved and respected he said, "for not teaching your mango branch. by all the students. Because of his child things you should have "If you look for me," he said to ability to use "plain talk," he'd taught them at home." the graduates, "that's where I'll be. been able to penetrate many of And to the graduating class he I dare you to meet me under the their spiritual barriers and help said, "No matter to what heights mango tree." you climb in business or education,

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After a field trip to the Dallas Symphony, children from the first to fourth grade stopped at a park for lunch. Pictured here are Dr. Carol Campbell, Burton's first grade teacher, accounting for the students under her care for the day.

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Burton elemen- tary school on a field trip to the Old School House. From left: Micah Johnson, Josh Burton elementary students working on Moses, D. J. their gymnastic skills in anticipation of Swinyar (only nose sticking out), Aaron Thomas, Travis Fleming, Alex Rojas, putting on a show once the new gymnasium Keith LeBlanc, Amy Swinyar, and L. B. Carter, and parent supervisors, Dan is complete. Swinyar and Clara Moses.

RECORD/July 1997 11 It took us five hours to get to Ozark Adventist Academy. It was Chris, Smiley, the pastor and We've me. We ate out instead of eating on campus that night. Smiley asked if I would like to tour grown the campus. I said yes, that would be fun. Their campus is huge! I was really impressed with my visit to Ozark, even though the dorms weren't socially the best." David Hensley 8th grade student from Enid

We've learned to become involved in the experience "To me, when I am in outreach, I we have every Monday, feel that God is working through share with other Wednesday and Friday, they will me. Just to see the happiness of age groups not understand the joy we get from the people we visit is all the evi- being part of the program. Until dence I need. There is nothing in "In my mind, one of the most someone takes the time to visit the this world that I enjoy more than important skills is to be able to elderly, read to little children or making people feel happy!" share with others in our communi- feed the homeless, they will not Submitted by Daina Mahon, ty," observes Rachel Gomez, a know the satisfaction there is in Outreach teacher Chisholm Trail Academy senior. "I service for others," comments Patty Chisholm Trail Academy love this outreach class and look Carver, an academy junior. forward to it every Monday and Karmyn Paskey, a senior, says, Wednesday. Visiting the people at "Outreach is an outlet for me We've helped make a the nursing home makes me feel because I am always doing things difference in the lives needed, and I, in turn, remind for myself. These activities make them that they are also very impor- me feel good because I have of others tant. And going to the elementary helped someone else. Even if all I The Ozark Adventist Academy school to read to kids has given have done is just brighten an older campus has been a busy one this me a chance to develop a relation- person's day, at least I have made year. The students seemed to take ship with the children. I feel I get a difference somewhere." on a more purposeful focus: a more out of our activities in out- "It's really neat," comments determination to make a difference, reach class than I could ever give Jennifer Patzer, a junior at CTA, not only on their own campus, but to others." "when you visit the kindergarten in the community at large. Two Students in this class had simi- kids and they recognize you. When organizations that worked especial- lar reactions to the adopt-a-grand- you see them around town, like at ly hard to make this happen were parent and read-to-a-child pro- the store, they wave at you with the Student Association and grams. "When most people think of big smiles on their faces." Students Caring About Reaching outreach, they think only of help- And Colby Armstrong, one of Students, or S.C.A.R.S. ing others, but until they personally the two freshmen in the class, says, These teams were responsible for planning many Sabbath after- noon activities, including visiting homeless shelters, nursing homes and the neighborhood. Often the students would give away crafts or homemade bread to those they vis- ited. They also recognized that, with the planning and participation in these community outreach pro- grams, it would be easy to forget about reaching out to fellow stu- dents who might need encourage- ment. To avoid this, the S.A. and S.C.A.R.S. teams made it a point to do something special for each academy student to make him or her smile. Students from Beacon Hill Adventist School in DeQueen visit a local Often Sabbath school and ves- nursing home. pers programs were planned by

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FEATURE decision proved correct, for, instead of the expected 30 stu- We've learned creative these two organizations. For dents, 90 registered for fall classes, ways to make book instance, in early October, finally peaking at 96. S.C.A.R.S., in cooperation with oth- The school employed five reports ers, helped put together a passion teachers including the principal. Here are some ways I've found play to end a Week of Prayer. Most The large enrollment created a to create excitement by bringing recently, S.C.A.R.S and the elected space problem. With the current reading, writing and art together to student pastors from each class proposal to add grades nine and 10 increase comprehension. It's by organized a weekend centered for the 1997-98 year, enrollment allowing students to choose differ- around Christ's crucifixion. will increase by at least 20. The ent ways to prepare their book Kristie Young school board is investigating reports. These are some ways that options for increased classroom have worked for me: space. 1) Create a comic book version We've Kay Jamison, Communications of the story. Include a title page. Fort Worth First Seventh-day 2) Choose six of the main grown Adventist School events of the book and illustrate them. Write a brief explanation to mentally go along with each picture. Include 10 ) We've a title page. learned 3) Choose a key event from the book and construct a three-dimen- new skills sional scene. We've learned new At our 4) Design a cover for the book. concepts at a new Richardson school On the front, have art work, title we have a special and author. In the front inside flap, school accelerated reader give a short plot summary. On the On May 23, Fort Worth First program. In the back inside flap, give a biography Adventist School ended its first accelerated reader Eric Song of the author in your own words. year of operation. Roseanne program you read a book and then On the back cover, write quotes Gonzales was principal. take a computerized test about it. If from the "reviews." With the encouragement of for- you get lots more questions right 5) Design a game based on the mer pastor Bob Everett, a school than wrong, you pass the test. But story. Put all the parts and the study committee was set up in the if you get more wrong than right, instructions together in a box and spring of 1995 to investigate the you fail the test. decorate it. possibility having an elementary Difficult books with chapters Book reports of this type help school with grades one through give you more points than regular students learn different ways of four at the church site. The 18- short books. If you get a certain thinking and writing. It also helps member committee, chaired by number of points, you can buy a encourage the spirit of sharing by Jerrell Ray, engaged in a six-month toy at a store in our school. If you reviewing the book with class- study of other Adventist schools. get 100 points, you can go on a mates. At the conclusion of the study, bike ride. We all read as much as Liliana Graf, teacher using graphs, visuals, and financial we can to get more points. Crestview Elementary School histories of other schools, the com- Eric Song, third grade Albuquerque mittee gave a report to the church, providing time for questions and answers. The outcome was a deci- sion to begin classes in the fall of 1997. However, during the interven- ing time the pastor was transferred. When the new pastor, Leighton Holley, arrived at the end of February 1996, a reassessment of the proposal seemed to indicate that September 1996 would be a Teacher Sandra Clemons better time to start. of the Ephesus Adventist School in New Orleans It soon became apparent that with her fourth through the school should offer pre-kinder- sixth graders. Photo: Bill garten through eighth grade. This Wright

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Christi, Museum of Science and History in Fort Worth and Painted We've learned some "And now we're needing expertise Rock to see Indian pictographs Spanish to help us develop a technology along the bluffs of the Concho Since our school has a number learning center at Richardson River. In all activities we all strive Adventist School," comments Doris of Spanish-speaking students and Sorenson, the principal. "We have to keep Jesus first and to do all two teachers, including the princi- some equipment, but we need things as Jesus would have us do. pal, who are bilingual, the kinder- someone to assess what we have, Patsy Starr, teacher garten and first grade classes have tell us what we still need, and benefitted from a weekly bilingual help us put everything together in class. Next year Spanish I will be a network. Anyone up to the chal- We performed in a lenge should call 972-238-1183 or part of the curriculum. E-Mail to: [email protected] or musical about Noah Keyboarding for grades five fax to 972-644-3488. through eight has introduced com- and the rainbow puters to the class and increased Even though our promise students' efficiency in typing. Joshua Adventist Multigrade Action Phonics, a program for school is small, our School teachers and students pre- teaching reading, has been part of sented a musical drama at the the kindergarten and first grade program is challenging Joshua church May 17 titled "A program this year with excellent Santa Anna school is reminis- Technicolor Promise." This 59-page results. By May 1, the kindergarten cent of an early American one- musical about the promise after the class was reading first grade materi- room classroom. Located on five flood was dramatized by Noah, an al, and the first grade had complet- acres covered with mesquite and ark and hand-drawn animals on ed the required reading program cacti at the end of a country lane, posters and colored streamers for for the year, which gave them the school is a haven where stu- opportunity just to read for fun. dents gather each day in the quiet Some of the older students have surroundings of central West Texas. also benefitted from this as a reme- Students and teacher have the dial program. latest technology at their fingertips Austin poi ior Academy to facilitate learning. And while working at the computer, the refer- We've watched nature ence area, or individual desks, it is not unusual to hear birds singing Nathan Stowe and Whitney Cooper unveil its mysteries or watch a quail family making its playing parts of Noah and Mrs. Noah in the 'Technicolor Promise." Observing a miracle of nature way across the parking area. take place before their eyes was Being small also allows the rainbows. One song, "The Storm," one of the learning experiences group to take field trips to help was made very real by bass drum enjoyed by the students at the with community events. In May thunder and flashing lights in the Amarillo Adventist Academy this the school was invited to help with darkened sanctuary to depict light- year. the senior olympics at Ranger Park ening. Students and staff received a They watched five seven-day- Inn Nursing Home which was a standing ovation. old caterpillars eat and eat and eat great learning experience for the Lillian Davis until they were about to spin into students. Field trips have been ,JAMS first grade teacher chrysalides, and finally emerge as taken to such places as Corpus butterflies. While the caterpillars were growing, the classes prepared a home for the butterflies in a large aquarium. When the chrysalides were ready, the students moved them into this new glass home where they could be observed more closely. The students record- The third through sixth ed every change taking place as grade students with the wings began to form, and final- their teacher, Margery ly the butterflies emerged. Provost, at Maranatha Adventist School in Two weeks later the students New Orleans seek to found one butterfly lying dead on solve a problem. Photo: the ground. They discovered multi- Bill Wright tudes of eggs nearby on the butter- fly's favorite paper flower! The

14 RECORD/July 1997 FEATURE new mental challenges as well. excellent leadership given by Brad In orienteering class they had and Carla Simmons, both teachers eggs hatched and the students to find their directions from clues from the Richardson school, who were, once again, able to feed that were given, which presented directed the Outdoor School this them on dandelion leaves and interesting problems to be solved. year. Jim and Barbara Rogers and watch the tiny caterpillars grow! In the teamwork class, students their crew provided nutritious Joanna Herr, teacher had to figure out ways to work meals three times a day. with each other or they were not The combined effort of won- At outdoor school we able to accomplish their goals. In derful parents, teachers, great bird watching, students learned to cooks and directors made an learned to depend use a bird guide to identify birds Outdoor School experience worth by color and other identifying fea- remembering. more on God but tures. The conflict resolution class Dr. Darrell Beyer become more inde- motivated students to think in Associate Superintendent terms of how to resolve interper- Texas Conference pendent ourselves sonal issues in harmonious ways in Texas fifth and sixth graders place of physical or verbal conflict. who attended the annual Outdoor Students learned how to respect New math games have School program at Nameless Valley and gently treat horses in horse- improved our skills Ranch, April 20-25, were spiritually manship class. Baseball TIVY math is a mathe- stimulated each morning by the Whether the class was swim- matics/logic game in which stu- devotional messages given by Ron ming, studying the Bible, learning dents move scoring pieces (tivets) Scott, principal of Keene Adventist about newswriting, or touring the to slots where the tivets earn Elementary School. His theme was Johnson Ranch and Longhorn points. Then they calculate a math built around God's care for the Caverns, they had the opportunity honey bees and how much more to expand their minds in a very function to determine the score for pleasant out- each tivet and add up their total. Teamwork and riding door experi- They exchange score sheets and classes were two of ence. check their opponents' scores. If the learning experi- the math computation is incorrect, ences students Some of enjoyed at Nameless the teachers they lose the points for that tivet, Valley Ranch outdoor and their score is lowered. school. who have been attend- Developing math skills and learn- ing Outdoor ing to check their work are two School for benefits of this game. the past few Three Keene Adventist years indicat- Elementary School seventh grade students were successful in achiev- ing this goal. Darrell Spooner, Michael Talley and Christopher Saldana qualified to go to the base- God cares for His chil- ball tivy math tournament played at dren. The evening wor- The Ball Park in Arlington on ships by Van Hurst, youth Monday, May 12. director for the Texas One hundred fifty-five students Conference, held the in grades four through eight from attention of the students as he built spiritual appli- schools across the metroplex par- ticipated. Trophies were awarded cations around the lives to the first, second, third and of Bible characters and fourth places. Their scores were members of God's determined by playing three games church. On Thursday night against a different opponent each game. Students could not play when Hurst appealed for the ed that this year was the best. The against anyone from their own young people to recommit their 211 fifth and sixth graders were school. lives to Christ, every student stood eager and yet very well behaved. Christopher Saldana earned and many asked to have Bible Twenty-nine teachers served in var- second place, and Michael Talley studies in preparation for baptism. ious capacities, and 18 parents finished fourth. Their teacher Not only did Outdoor School helped to supervise, teach classes, received the same trophies as the present spiritual challenges to these and comfort students in the cabins students. Debbie Hall, computer fifth and sixth graders, but also at night. Much credit goes to the

RECORD /July 1997 15 Gentry, AR; and Affiliate (AHA). John Strickland of The students jumped rope for Stringtown, OK. two hours on February 10, and John Strickland was with pledges from their families also honored as a and friends, they raised $434 for National Merit the AHA. Scholarship finalist The money will help the AHA's and Tammy Jones of heart and blood vessel research, Tulsa, OK, as a public education and community semi-finalist, extend- programs. All the students received ing OAAs record of a jump rope and, depending on National Merit final- the amount of money raised, a Keene Adventist Elementary School students who partic- ists and semi-finalists badge, a t-shirt, a pencil and a ipated in Baseball TIVY math at the Ball Park in Arlington to 10 years. water bottle with the campaign's are, from right: Christopher Saldana, first place; Darrell The speakers for slogan and insignia imprinted. Spooner and Michael Talley fourth place. the weekend chal- Jump Rope for Heart is held instructor at Keene Adventist lenged the class to live up to its every year in Bristow at public and Elementary, was the only teacher aim "To aim above the clouds, and private schools to educate children to have two students receive tro- rise above the crowds." The speak- and teachers about healthy hearts. phies. She says, "I am extremely ers were Keith Gray of Burleson, Caroline A. Fisher proud of the accomplishments of TX; Ron Halvorsen, Jr. of Keene, Assistant Communication Secretary our students!" TX and Dr. Marvin Anderson, presi- Kristi Amparan, Secretary dent of Southwestern Adventist Southwestern Union Education University. Dr. Anderson also hand- IT'S COOL Department ed out scholarships totaling over $100,000. TO BE A This senior class has given out- CHRISTIAN! At OAA we've had standing leadership to OAA this some bright students year, and its members will be greatly missed as they pursue their Ozark Adventist Academy hon- education in other venues. ored 65 seniors in its commence- YES, that's true at ment exercises on May 17, 1997. Chisholm Trail Academy This was the largest senior class in We've over 10 years. Seventeen seniors Encouraging students to inte- had GPAs of 3.75 or higher and grown grate Christian values into their received high honors. Six more personal choices and experiences seniors had GPAs above 3.50 and physically has always been a primary goal of received honors. OAA had the Adventist education. At Chisholm unusual situation of five seniors Trail Academy, striving to continu- completing their high school cours- ally meet that goal has created an es with perfect 4.0s. These honored atmosphere of acceptance, a cur- five were Rose Bucher of Gentry, We've learned more riculum filled with positive learning AR; Kristin Knutson of Burleson, experiences, and an enthusiastic TX; Stephanie Korgan of about our hearts attitude among faculty, students Claremore, OK; Jenny Stricker of Jumping rope isn't just for fun and parents. At CTA it's cool to be anymore; it's an active, friendly, involved good for your Christian. heart, too. That's "As a faculty, we're committed what all 12 stu- to making Christian education a dents at the positive experience for our stu- Bristow Junior dents," says Mery Kesler, CTA prin- Academy learned cipal. "We realize the value of when they partici- excellence in academics, and each pated in the of us works hard to give our stu- annual Jump dents the best in academics. But, Rope for Heart we also recognize that the real sponsored by the memory-makers, the events which American Heart will shape the students' memories Association, of Christian education, are the Oklahoma extras such as music ensembles,

16 RECORD / July 1997 FEATURE from Springdale's "Jesus likes animals. He takes care of people. I Morning Star who outreach programs, gymnastics, love Jesus. He goes with me to school. His V angels take care of the little kids. I like to hear saw the picture overnight trips, intermural sports stories about Jesus, and I always called Stan and the varsity basketball teams. It want to pray for Miss Mitchell at Detweiler, the was easy to see, as you looked prayer time. I always want to team's trainer, to through the senior comments in pray for my friends. One time I ask some ques- sang "The Lord's Prayer" at the graduation program, that stu- tions and get per- dents do remember and cherish church and all the people heard me sing. I was singing for Jesus! mission to write an these value-added parts of educa- article. tion." Samantha Sage, Grade 1 Alamogordo After making For many parents and students, arrangements, he the exciting things taking place came to observe inside and outside CTA classrooms ing my child to an Adventist and photograph an entire practice. are proof that Christian education school. To see a program as rich His article ran in the "Living" sec- is viable and well worth the invest- and varied as the one CTA pro- tion of the Morning Star with pic- ment. vides makes me feel very secure in tures and complimentary remarks The student-led outreach pro- the quality of Christian education," about the team's commitment to gram has impacted lives in the says one CTA parent. "One day this the unique way they were sharing community and helped teens see year, my teenager had a note taped their faith and encouraging a posi- that they have capabilities and can to her locker which read, in part, tive lifestyle. provide a service to those in need. `Each day we choose two students Naturally this was a morale Faculty director Daina Mahon has to pray for in staff meeting, and booster for the students. It was also helped student volunteers reach today we prayed for you'. The note a catalyst to getting the team into across age boundries to help with was written affirmation of what I've the Northwest Arkansas Mall in projects as diverse as homeless seen in the CTA staff—a real com- Fayetteville. Once again, while shelter and area elementary school mitment to the nurturing of each there, the students were able to reading programs, adopt-a-grand- individual student and a genuine encourage those who watched to parent and nursing home visitation, desire to see each student grow in choose a positive lifestyle in their and meals on wheels assistance. a personal relationship with Jesus. quest to live the good life. This year, CTA introduced I'm grateful that God has blessed Did this all happen by chance? interscholastic varsity and junior my daughter with teachers of this Not really. Coach Detweiler has varsity basketball for men and quality and with peers who are made it part of his every class to women, providing a way for seri- glad and proud to be known as encourage students to make the ous student athletes to play in a Christians." right choices. "In every class," Christ-centered sports program. A For more information contact number of times this year, non-SDA Mery Kesler - 817-641-6626 referees have complimented the CTA teams for the strength of their first year efforts and their positive And YES, it's cool to be attitude on the court. Through the a Christian at Ozark influence of coaches Wayne Culmore, John Page, and Joe Adventist Academy too Perrone, student athletes have Gabriel Kennedy learned to use their God-given With a desire to help support Carrillo, Grade 6 Alamogordo physical talent in a Christian way the American Cancer Society's Great American Snaokeout, students and to show exemplary sportsman- "This is my story of a cool ship no matter what the situation. from Ozark Adventist Academy school. It's in Alamogordo The gymnastic team has been shared their acrobatic skills at four and it's pretty small, but invited to perform at a number of area middle schools. They encour- that's the good part. You major events in North Texas, aged everyone in the audience to know everybody in the including a half-time performance abstain from using tobacco in all its school, and you get to eat forms. underground because the at a Texas Christian University bas- kitchen is in the basement. The team ended its day with a ketball game. Through these per- The very best part about this formances, team members have the performance at the Dixieland Mall school is that you learn opportunity to showcase the bene- in Rogers. A local news reporter about God. He is a very spe- fits of healthful living and good who happened to be at the mall cial person to all of us, if lifestyle choices, as well as the pos- show published a picture and cap- you know what I mean." itives of Christian education. tion about what the team was "I've always believed in send- doing. Soon after, another reporter

RECORD /July 1997 17 FEATURE the students at some point in the Detweiler says, "I give the kids a year. Often the verse that speaks to Note: We apologize to the `refresher.' I share a scripture that my heart will also uplift a student schools whose notes or pictures I've found meaningful, or use one in meeting a need of some kind. I did not make it into the July a student has shared with me. praise God for a 'Resource' filled Record. We just couldn't Then following prayer I repeat this with refreshment that can be squeeze any more in! scripture audibly and the class shared with our young people." repeats it after me. I've found this Ozark Adventist Academy has been effective with almost all 501-736-2221

A Tribute to Our Teachers

Preparing children to make the right Another school year has passed into eter- choices in life, guiding their minds to think nity, and the teachers have time to rest and clearly, and helping them reach their high- renew their energies. As education director est potential are some of the objectives our for the Southwestern Union, I wish to pay teachers have in church school. They tribute to our Christian teachers. Many of expend energy and time inculcating the love them have done outstanding work, and I of Jesus into everything they do, because commend them for their excellent perfor- they know the results count for eternity. mance. I, and my fellow administrators, Teachers' efforts are not always appreciated thank each teacher for the contribution they or rewarded, but still they work on tirelessly have made this past year "educating for to ensure the best for the children in their eternity." Have you thanked your child's care. teacher recently? Douglas Walker

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11 ARKANSAS-LOUISIANA This group also initiated a Youth help with Berryville church work bee for a community garden located in the federally subsidized church service shares skills with housing project to benefit its resi- The Bonnerdale Braves dents. The garde?' area was tilled Pathfinder Club recently conducted community and residents, including the manag- the entire worship service at the Berryville members Marvin er of the housing development, Bonnerdale church. Matthew Gunter, Jim Brummell, Jean were on hand to plant a variety of Hargett, Jessica Mooney and Amber Brummell, Ruth Harbeson and vegetable seeds. The produce from Decker walked in carrying the Karyn Whitley have been busy this garden will go to those who flags. Others who helped with the with a variety of community out- helped and also to the elderly and scripture, prayer, children's story, reach projects. disabled residents. the worship feature and special From the invitations sent to Other projects included a music were Amanda Mooney, Keith approximately half of the Berryville health lecture, assisting the local Brown, Jay Decker, Reed Caviness, residents inviting them to join the county to acquire furniture for a Tiffany Decker and Jessica Discover Bible correspondence needy family and a craft and bake Mooney. Amanda Mooney was course, 10 people responded. sale. honored as Pathfinder of the Year.

18 RECORD / July1997 ARKANSAS-LOUISIANA up, and a supper cooked over the Harrison Pathfinders campfire ended the day. The Pathfinders had such a Jan Ray , Correspondent great year, they decided to step out enjoy outing in faith and start an Adventurer To work on their camping group, and with God's help they skills, the Harrison Indians will be successful. Pathfinder Club held an outing at Joyce Brown the home of Will and Eve Feltman Correspondent in Jasper. Those working on Camping Skills I discovered that starting a Youth become fire with one match takes special preparation. Splitting firewood involved in community reminded the Pathfinders that life activities long ago was not as easy as today. The Gentry Home Church All the other Pathfinders, led Messengers held a 24-hour fast in by the Feltmans, spent three hours which they raised $261 for the picking up trash in two different Ministerial Alliance Benevolence caves. By the time they had fin- Fund. The Messengers now know ished, the caves were neat but what it feels like to be hungry, but those who did the cleaning were a unlike youth in other countries, muddy mess. The nearby creek did Splitting firewood was a task Elizabeth a pretty good job of cleaning them Shuttleworth performed for Harrison their fast came to an end with a cam pout. pizza party. Since Christmas these youth have been soliciting donations for the Benton County Humane Shelter. On Sunday they were able to deliver $185, 12 gallons of bleach, and two boxes of cleaning rags to the shelter, but they were made sad to see the many animals which had been given up by their owners. Dolores J. Adams Correspondent

111111=1.1.1111111W— Harrison Pathfinders from left: Carrie Haemmerle, Millie Haemmerle, Jan Ray, — Dakota Ray, Gene Rails, Maryan Bean, Shana Gallagher, Keri Ray, Rachel Sumner. Pathfinder/Adventurer Weekend September 12-14, 1997 TEXICO proceedings with his morning devo- Make reservations to attend tional. Leadership 101, a training Texico Conference With the seating of 249 regular weekend at Camp Yorktown holds triennial session delegates and 51 delegates-at-large, Bay. This will include the 10- The 36th triennial session of the the session was declared open. The hour Master Guide class, as first order of business was to accept Texico Conference \ \ aS held Sunday, well as the latest Adventurer June 8, at the Sandia View Academy, the Rio Rancho company into the sis- and Pathfinder leadership Corrales, New Mexico immediately terhood of churches and to recognize information. following their camp meeting. The its delegates as voting members of constituency meeting was called to the session. An optional CPR class will While the nominating committee also be available. order by the president, James L. Stevens, at 9:00 a.m. Reflecting the went to work under the chairman- For a reservation spiritual renewal from camp meeting ship of Southwestern Union presi- application call: 318/631-6240. and the theme of "Unity in Diversity; dent, Max A. Trevino, a video report Partnership in Mission," Southwestern was given from the offices of the Adventist University president, Marvin president and secretary depicting the Anderson set the tone for the day's growth in membership and progress

RECORD /July 1997 19 TEXICO of the work in the conference. The treasurer's Power-Point report out- lined the financial progress over the past triennium. In these reports emphasis was given to sharing the gospel with all peoples in the confer- ence territory. The delegates also voted on sug- gested changes to the Texico Conference constitution and bylaws, one of the major changes being to Texico Conference officers and their wives, from left: Lee-Roy and Melva Chacon, shift from a triennial (three year) to a Rita and James Stevens, Krista and John Pope. quadrennial (four year) session. lay persons and reflected a spirit of thankfulness When the nominating committee • Ricardo Baratta, Albuquerque for one of the most inspirational con- brought its full report to the floor a • Timo Chacon, N. New Mexico stituency sessions on record. number of individuals received a • Geneva Gillham, Tulia standing ovation as their names were • Ralph Harmon, Amarillo read. • Ruth Hethcox, Silver City Alamogordo church Nominating committee report • Ruth Izquierdo, El Paso welcomes new • James L. Stevens, president • J. A. Mascarenas, N. New Mexico • Lee-Roy Chacon, secretary • Melvin Prado, Denver City members • John E. Pope, treasurer • Wendy Redic, Albuquerque As a result of four weeks of • Gladstone W. Simmons, • Edward Sigh, Pecos evangelistic meetings conducted by education/communication/ After lunch Stevens presented a evangelist Lyndon DeWitt, nine peo- health and temperance director recommendation from the executive ple were baptized the first week of • Wayne Gayton, ministerial committee, as outlined in the dele- April. The next Sabbath two more director gate booklet, to set up an education- were baptized as a result of the • Abel Cordero, Sabbath school al endowment fund for the confer- meetings. and family life director ence from the sale of Sandia View The Alamogordo Seventh-thy • Harvey Gil, youth director Academy properties adjacent to the Adventist Church welcomes these 11 Executive Committee for new main campus. After a few minutes of new members to the church. triennium discussion and clarification, the pro- Rick Lytle, Pastor • James L. Stevens, chair posal was • Lee-Roy Chacon, secretary approved and • John E. Pope, treasurer voted and Pastors received a • Bill Davis standing ova- • Wayne Gayton tion. • Rodel Liwanag A spirit of • Paul Lutz unity pervaded • Rick Lytle throughout the entire session

Newly baptized members with their pastors, back row from left: Evangelist Lyndon DeWitt, Annie Beard, Herman Beard, Robert Timoney, Pamela Carrillo, Rebecca Carrillo and Pastor Rick Lytle. Front row: Ginger Morgan, Max Apodaca, Janet Parrish, Gary Parrish.

Roswell students receive honors Two young people from the Roswell English church received scholastic honors at the Goddard

Delegates attending the 36th triennial session of the Texico Conference.

20 RECORD / July 1997 TEXICO number of Christian teens from other Ruidoso church member Loretta denominations came as a result of Worthington says, "It was so good to High School awards ceremony on being invited. Janelle Worthington, a hear the teens testify at the end of May 12, 1997. teen from the Ruidoso Seventh-day the day about how the Lord had Michelle Olague, junior, received Adventist Church, was thrilled that 13 used them!" Clovis teen Antonio a certificate of merit for outstanding of her friends from the Church of Cano says, "The Bible study accomplishment in health occupa- Christ youth group came for the approach learned at the prayer con- tions. Michelle is the daughter of weekend, along with six friends from ference has already been implement- Alberto and Florencia Olague, both Tucson, Ariz. Teens also came from ed at the Clovis church youth class. active members of the Roswell the Ruidoso, Alamogordo, This has resulted in increased partici- church. Albuquerque and Clovis churches. pation by class members." Alex DeWeber, sophomore, Janelle considered it a joy and The young people also had time received a certificate of merit for privilege to be able to personally for some relaxation. Indoors they accumulative GPA (grade point aver- invite and recruit new and old played basketball, roller skated in the age) for the past two years. Alex also Seventh-day Adventist teens via gym, climbed rock walls and enjoyed received the Renaissance Gold phone, e-mail, fax, mail and personal games in the playroom. Outdoors visits. She says, "It made all the work I did worthwhile when I saw how the Lord influenced a number of young lives in such a signifi- cant way." The objec- Michelle Olague and Alex DeWeber tive of the (center) with their mothers, hold prayer confer- awards they received from Goddard High School in Roswell, May 12, 1997. ence was to Teens from Paradise, California and Ruidoso, Alamogordo and encourage the Albuquerque, New Mexico who attended the teen prayer con- Award, which provides a gold dis- youth to devel- ference. count card by local businesses to stu- op a personal devotional life and some of the youth, fastened to a dents having three or more consecu- equip them to witness to others safety harness and zip line, swung tive report cards with high grades. through Bible study. The theme, down a 65 foot cable across 500 feet Alex is the son of David and Bobbi "Discipline that Leads to Freedom," of a lake to the ground on the other DeWeber, also members of the helped the youth focus on Bible side. Roswell church, who are active in studies and personal testimonies for Pathfinders, choir and music ministry. those four days. Both Michelle and Alex hold The presenters were seven youth church offices and willingly assist in from the Paradise, Cal. church. LAKE HOPEWELL Sabbath school and church services, Students from the Campion Academy SPANISH CAMP MEETING including reading scripture, offering drama team, "Reflections," ministered for northern New Mexico prayer, teaching the youth lesson and through excellent performances of participating in drama presentations. members and any drama and skits. They used Ruidoso interested guests They are involved in youth activities teens for help with a couple of and the Pathfinder program. impromptu skits. July 18-20, 1997 Jeanne Jordan Sabbath afternoon was spent witness- Keynote speaker: Manuel Communication Leader ing in Ruidoso at the track meets, the Vasquez, vice president from convalescent centers, house to house the North American Division and at the police station, where the Teens attend prayer Youth speaker: Hector young people prayed and sang. Quinones conference Janelle Worthington was involved in Seventy young people attended a organizing the community outreach Music by: Cecelia Sulvaran and conference-wide teen prayer confer- ministry on Sabbath afternoon. David Gonzales ence held at Bonita Park Nazarene Although it was a real challenge for For more information contact Campground near Ruidoso, New her to set up, she says, "The bless- the pastor, Jose Luque, at Mexico, organized by Harvey Gil, ings shared afterward made it all 505-474-7738. Texico Conference youth director. A worthwhile."

RECORD/July 1997 21 instruct the Executive Committee to oversee the sale of the conference Triennial session held office and, contingent on the sale of the present office, to build a new in Keene one, with a debt ceiling of $500,000 The Texas Conference's ninth to be repaid in five years. Although triennial constituency session was some delegates expressed the desire held June 1 in the Keene church. to locate the new office more central- The session opened with a chal- ly in the conference, the location was lenge by devotional speaker Bj. not mandated by the vote. Christensen, newly appointed assis- The future of Nameless Valley tant to the North American Division Frank Moore retired as treasurer of the Ranch was also discussed. Gifford president. Elder Christensen asked Texas Conference at the triennial ses- asked delegates for a directive on what drives us as individuals, the sion June 1. He and his wife, Lilianne, whether to sell the property (an church and the Texas Conference. served the conference two different unsolicited offer of $5 million has times for a total of 14 years. Jesus stated His purpose for all of been received), to keep NVR as it is, us when He told His disciples to building working capital reserves or to develop it into a true confer- follow Him, and He would make from the current 21 percent level (up ence retreat center. A vote was not them fishers of men. Our purpose from a negative figure in 1994) to taken, but the opinion expressed by should be to bring unbelievers to a 100 percent, rebuilding conference most delegates who spoke about the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Fishing staff and providing adequate staffing issue was to keep NVR and develop for souls should never be viewed to churches. "My major goal is for the it into a retreat center. Gifford as a hobby. It is a responsibility, a Texas Conference to be a highly spir- promised to present a development lifestyle. Christensen ended with itual conference that is working plan at the 1998 annual constituency the challenge for every member, toward the coming of Jesus," stated session. every church and the conference to Gifford. be driven by God's eternal purposes. As union president Max A. Nominating committee report Trevino led out in the Nominating When the nominating committee President's report Committee's work in a separate presented its report, the names of the Conference president Stephen room, Gifford presented several busi- president, secretary and treasurer Gifford reported that during the ness items to the delegates in session. were voted on by secret ballot, and 1994-1997 triennium the conference The first was an amendment to the each one received an overwhelming made outstanding tithe gains, confer- bylaws that the standing constitution majority. Stephen Gifford was reelect- ence indebtedness was reduced sig- and bylaws committee be selected by ed president, and Larry Moore was nificantly, and 1996 was the highest the nominating committee rather than reelected secretary. The only officer soul-winning year in conference his- continue having the Texas Lay change that took place was confer- tory.Gifford also mentioned in his Advisory serve as the constitution ence treasurer. Frank Moore, who and bylaws committee. A two-thirds has been treasurer for the past six majority vote is required to amend years, announced his retirement after the bylaws, and the amendment over 43 years of denominational ser- failed by 10 votes. Elder Gifford said vice. Ramon Chow, who has served he would accept the action of the as undertreasurer, was elected trea- delegates and not bring up the mat- surer. ter again. However, after he had left The nominating committee rec- to meet with the Nominating ommendations for departmental Committee, a lay person made a directors and other offices were motion to reconsider the matter, and voted as follows: the delegates voted to approve the • Tim Tidwell, undertreasurer motion. Gifford, when informed of and association treasurer the vote, asked the delegates, in the • Karl Doerner, association Stephen Gifford, president of the Texas Conference, and his wife, Beverly interest of time, for a motion to take secretary and trust services up the issue again at the 1998 annual director report the negative impact Valley constituency session. Such a motion • Joe Watts, community services Grande Academy finances have had was made and voted. • Lyle Hansen, superintendent on the conference and assured dele- Gifford also asked the delegates of schools gates that conference officers are to approve the sale of the conference • Joe Ray, health-temperance working hard to correct the problems office and the building of a new one, • Larry Moore, ministerial there. since the current office is badly in • Michael Tomlinson, public Gifford's plans for the conference need of renovation and is larger than affairs and religious liberty include continuing to pay off debts, needed. The delegates voted to • Jose Piantini, Spanish

22 RECORD/July 1997 TEXAS Pastors: • Lisa Jenkins, at large • Robert Costa, Central Texas • Emmitt Padon, Houston South department director • Larry Guinn, Valley/Coastal Bend • Mike Pena, Valley • Stephen Gifford, stewardship • Ron Halvorsen, Jr., at large • Damaris Pupo, Houston North • Van Hurst, youth and • Ray House, Dallas/East Texas • Nathan Starr, Fort Worth Pathfinders • Sam Mercado, Houston • Susan Stepp, at large Delegates voted to approve the • Osvaldo Rigacci, Spanish church • Mike Weber, East Texas nominating committee's recommen- • Mike Tucker, Keene/Fort Worth • Ron Wehtje, Dallas dations for the conference executive • Dan Zacharias, Keene committee as follows (listed by Lay Persons: K-12 Employee: parish): • Geraldo Alonso, San Antonio • Carolyn Early • Stephen Gifford, chairman • John Robert Burk, Coastal Bend • Larry Moore, secretary • Sherrie Clapp, at large • Ramon Chow, treasurer • Fred Harder, Hill Country Wichita Falls church member receives awards Of the 650 graduates from vurning Our Midwestern State University, Horace Crogman, a member of the Wichita Falls Seventh-day Adventist • T wa I Church, was the recipient of three prestigious awards. Crogman was given the Crenshaw-Descarte Award for top student from the Division of Mathematics and Outstanding Physics Student from the Division of Science. He also received the Outstanding Senior Man of the Year award and was

The Alvarado Spanish church children's choir (ages 3-1 1) performed at the third annual North American Division Adventurer Convention held at the Dallas Radison Hotel.

Horace Crogman with his awards for scholastic and leadership expertise.

selected for Who's Who Among American College Students. He is a member of NAACP, the Caribbean Student Organization, Math Club, student government and serves as treasurer for the Black Student Union. He is an assistant youth The Annaville Hurricanes celebrated Pathfinder Sabbath on April 26 by participat- leader at the Wichita Falls church ing in the worship service at the Annaville church in Corpus Christi. They are, back and a mentor at the local high row from left: Elvin Brunks (church treasurer), Angie Burk (club director), Stephen Wolters, Ricky Garcia, DonnaRae Wolters. Front from left: Nathan Wolters, R. D. Davis, Courtney Hoskins, Johnny Lybarger and David Burk. Horace, a native of the West

RECORD /July 1997 23 es have joined to sponsor a radio church members are eager to share program. Aired on KJSA 1140 AM, their faith with others. Indies, completed two bachelor's from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Lee Duncan degrees at MSU in only three years, the program can be heard by many Correspondent one in physics and the second in people and is an exciting new form mathematics. His scientific aim is to of outreach for the three churches. solve one of the laws of nature that The idea for the program came Young adults in has baffled scientists since the dawn when a friend of one of the mem- Houston organize of the atomic age. There are those at bers asked, "Why don't you have an MSU who believe he will succeed in Adventist Hour on the radio?" Pastor for service solving what physicists call the Joe Gresham decided to check on The Young Adult System (YAS), "three-body problem" where no one the cost. The manager of the station is a multicultural organization whose else has. "He's a genius," said Randy offered a very reasonable rate, and goal is to inspire Young Adults to Glean, an academic recruiter. "Your Bible and You" was bom. Christian service through worship, Glean discovered Crogman while The program features a sermon networking, training and fun in on one of the first recruiting trips by Pastor Gresham, with music by Christ. from MSU to Antigua, an island in local artists such as Jacki Gaconnet We believe that the young adults the West Indies. Too poor to attend a and her brother, Jim Giese. On the in our church should play an impor- university on his home island, fourth Sabbath of the month, there is tant role in promoting gospel testi- Crogman and his genius might have a half-hour sermon followed by a mony to introduce Jesus Christ and been wasted were it not for that live call-in program hosted by Pastors the principles of His Kingdom to all recruiting trip. Because Horace was Gresham and William Earnhardt. people, as well as to integrate per- so bright and there were financially Lisa Linscott sonal faith with everyday life, recog- challenging circumstances, members Mineral Wells Church nizing that families, social relation- of his country's education ministry COMMIlllication Secretary ships, school and career, and lifestyle sought help from interested universi- choices are an important part of ties visiting the islands. Today, one's religious life. according to Glean, there are 123 stu- Six new members join Our goals and commitments are dents attending MSU from the Linden church to: islands, of whom 15 are attending • Create an environment for the Wichita Falls Seventh-day Di hen in November 1996 Forrest Tenbrook, a retired minister, was spiritual and social enhancement Adventist Church. • Provide a medium to utilize God- Crogman's average class load asked to pastor the Linden church, he accepted the challenge. Since given talents was 20 credit hours when most stu- • Serve as models to the younger dents take between 12 and 15. He then, by God's grace, six new mem- bers have been baptized and others generation tested out of many classes, further • Assist the Church in its speeding up his degree program. But are studying. Our next goal is to build a new ministry and outreach program he couldn't take summer school. He • Give opportunities for the had to go home and eam money so church. Plans have already been sub- mitted for approval, and it is hoped development of leadership and he could retum. Working six days a participation week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., he that before long building will begin, since the present facility is too small. • Extend a helping hand to the saved enough to return to Wichita community Falls and study math and physics. Once the new church is ready, a Revelation Seminar will be held to • Enjoy the opportunity to serve After graduation from MSU, his our Lord and Saviour next stop will be the University of generate more interests, as Linden Arkansas in Fayetteville where he plans to earn a doctorate in physics. With good grades and an impressive list of recommendations from his MSU family, he also goes with a full scholarship. Akh'ii Brown Times Ro-aril News Three Adventist churches go on the air The Mineral Wells, Northwest

Fort Worth, and Weatherford church- Ten newly baptized members pose with several Linden church members at a potluck lunch held in their honor.

24 RECORD /July 1997 This organization was established Young Adult Convention, to promote healthy fellowship, reli- Saturday, July 26 gious and cultural activities; to keep The George R. Brown Convention Center the young adults active in the Downtown Houston, Texas Master's service; to achieve high goals; and to share the basics of sal- Event Highlights vation. YAS members include the • Main Speaker - Frank Gonzales ages of 18 to 38 years. • 6 Young Adult Workshops During the summer of 1995 at • Dan Matthews and Lifestyle Magazine the request of a head elder from a • Steve Varro - Christian Illusionist Houston area church, a group of • Ron Whitehead - Master of Ceremonies young adults from different area • University Representatives churches came together to assist with Registration Form Information: their program. The congregation was 1. Mail this registration card with check to YAS, PO Box 52039, spiritually uplifted from this ministry Houston TX 77052 in Sabbath school and the worship 2. All must register, whether attending the free sessions and work service. They were invited to come shops or the evening concerts. back again. 3. You will receive confirmation of registration with seating This is what gave our group a arrangements after your check is processed. sense of purpose and a vision, and 4. Call toll-free for more information. 1-800-374-6477 ext. 7104 formed the beginning of the Young Adult System. Name Since then, YAS has visited many Address churches, providing programs and City, State, Zip services, and visiting with their young Work Phone adults to discuss their needs and Home Phone: goals in the church. What makes this Church/Organization organization unique is that it under- Evening Concert tickets featuring In Unity and Patty Cabrera stands the needs of young adults in are $15 each our church because they themselves have seen similar needs within their respective churches. Currently, YAS is working with the North American Division, the Adventist Youth Service Network, ference churches. As a result of and the Texas Conference to set up Officers and staff are "Ebony Evangelism" in 1995, more an outreach program targeting young than 1,700 new members were adults (specifically ages 18 and up) reelected for another baptized, and nine new church for the purpose of encouraging them groups created. This figure repre- to organize and participate with YAS term of office sents almost as many members as groups in their local churches. At the Southwest Region there were when the conference The first Young Adult Convention Conference constituency meeting was started in 1946. It is the largest is scheduled for Sabbath, July 26, held the weekend of May 25, all baptism ever experienced in the 1997 at the George R. Brown officers and staff were voted in for Southwest Region Conference. Convention Center in Houston, another three-year term. The total tithe for this trienni- Texas. We hope this will be the first In response to a vote of confi- um amounts to $17,104,328 which of many conventions and workshops dence by the delegates, Robert represents a $2,293,841 increase of this kind. We pray that other Lister, president, thanked them for over the past triennium. The tithe regions across the country will orga- their confidence and support. His during this triennium equals more nize similar conventions for their reelection gives Lister and his offi- than the total tithe given during the young adults. These conventions and cers the go-ahead to pursue their first 36 years the conference has workshops provide a way for young aggressive plans as outlined in his been in existence. The Sabbath adults to network and discuss matters presentation of Vision 2000. school mission offerings amounted that involve young adults specifically Lister reported that the years to $670,833 which represents a such as careers, singles/marriage 1994-1996 were unique in the area gain of $16,966 over the last trien- issues, family life and church involve- of evangelism. During that time, nium. These and other figures, ment. 2,554 new believers joined the con- Andrew M. Paderanga Chairman and founder of YAS

RECORD /July 1997 25 two offices. Stewart's latest crusade is the establishing of a "Home Alone" senior ministry which will begin with Berean's own and even- tually extend into the Baton Rouge and surrounding communities. To help kick off the program, Stewart had as a recent presenter Yarva G. Harrison, a social worker with the Baton Rouge Capitol Area Legal Services office which, accord- ing to Harrison, is under contract with the Governor's Office of Southwest Region Conference office staff are, back row from left: L. Ricks, J. Black, Elderly Affairs. Harrison is one of C. Henry, M. Moore, L. Walker-Massiah, R. Williams, D. Ford, N. Jones, M. Brown, five social workers serving a seven- R. Brown, 0. Brown. Seated from left: C. Lister, B. Henry, T. Brown, R. L. Lister, B. parish region. Her primary concern E. Wright, B. Hooker and T. Turner. is for the elderly living in their own shared in reports to the constituen- • James Black, Adventist youth homes. Subsequently, it is her cy, testify to the faith and generosi- and Pathfinder director office that is contacted to investi- ty of God's people throughout the • Durandel Ford, community ser- gate reported cases of suspected conference. vices, inner cities, Sabbath abuses and neglect among the In his president's report, Lister school, and children's min- elderly in her immediate region. stated the need to fulfill the vision istries director Harrison began her enlighten- to: • Dr. Ronald Williams, education ing, and yet many times disturbing, • Have an Adventist school in superintendent, health and Adventist Youth hour presentation each city with an Adventist temperance coordinator by administering a "Knowledge presence. At present 11 church • Rawdon Brown, publishing Catalog" quiz to ascertain the audi- schools are operating in three director ence's prior knowledge of her states with 378 students and 28 • Willie and Wilma Lee, family department and the various types teachers. It is anticipated that ministries of senior abuses. She was quick to an educational summit will be • Renata Taylor-Drake, women's report that sexual abuse is the most called in the near future to ministries under-reported type of abuse and review the need for more that self-neglect is the only kind of Adventist educational facilities. abuse that her agency cannot • Build a model Adventist Berean community investigate. conference center in Dallas on services establish new "After all," Harrison said, "we the prime 100-acre Kiest have to recognize the adult's right property, the first project being Home Alone program of making his or her own deci- a K-12 school and a represen- For Bertha Stewart, Berean's sions. We cannot go against the tative conference headquarters. community services leader and expressed wishes of a person." • Develop new housing and a senior citizens coordinator, the bur- However, she added that if sub- multi-purpose youth center at den extends beyond merely stantial evidence exists, the matter Lone Star Camp. preparing weekly Sabbath and can be referred to the district attor- • Have a debt-free conference monthly Sunday meals for Berean's ney's office. through the personal sacrifice seniors and those in the communi- She ended her presentation by of all members and the ty in addition to the duties of the appealing to us to be alert to signs creation of a capital develop- of abuse and neglect among our ment fund from gifts of those seniors. It didn't take much to con- outside our membership. vince us that we have a responsi- bility to each other. This responsi- Nominating committee report bility echoes the sentiments of six- • Robert L. Lister, president, 6 teenth-century British writer John religious liberty and steward- • A. • Donne who wrote, "No man is an ship • island, entire of itself." Berean of • Billy E. Wright, conference sec- .160" Baton Rouge is determined not to retary, communications and 0 , AO, be an island. Spirit of Prophecy Evelyn M. Edwards • Theodore Brown, treasurer Correspondent • Olice Brown, Adventist Book Bertha Stewart, Sr., (left) Berean's com- Center manager munity service leader, with the presen- ter, Yarva Harrison.

26 RECORD /July 1997 "Mr pants to taste. They also assisted shared healthful tips on the transi- with grading quizzes, setting up, tion from meat-eating to vegetari- New Start classes gathering and distributing materials. anism. Roy Riddle, director of the Several area businesses and South Plains Community Gardens conducted health food stores donated prod- Farm, discussed the proper ways to For two days each week during ucts to help sponsor this communi- start and maintain a garden February, a New Start Nutrition and ty outreach program, and four peo- throughout the year in the area, Cooking seminar was offered by ple out of the 15 who enrolled in explaining the blessings of its rich Dr. Lorraine Stiggers at a Lubbock the class completed the 12 lessons soil. community center. She was assisted and videos during these eight ses- The nationwide Great American by Eric Williams, who recently sions. Over 30 people attended the Meatout campaign, which was completed his medical missionary banquet and are planning to be a sponsored by the community as training from Uchee Pines and part of the next seminar. well as several other organizations, Hartland. As a follow-up, on March 20 encourages individuals to refrain Each evening Williams gave a Lubbock's Manhattan Heights from meat-eating for one day presentation during the Health Adventist Church sponsored a veg- (March 20th) each year and sug- Spotlight while teenagers Cyrus etarian dinner at the New Start gests that adopting a vegetarian and Alleta Stiggers assisted by Education Center. Chaplain Joy diet is conducive to health. preparing the food for the partici- Moss from Omaha, Nebraska Norman Stiggers, Pastor

[SOUTHWESTERN UN 2,082 volunteers provided relief by the church through baptism in the distributing clothing and blankets Southwestern Union Conference Adventist humanity across North America helping near- during the first four months of story to air on NBC ly 60,000 victims. 1997. A Texas Adventist will be fea- A resident of Keene, Texas, LEs in the Southwestern Union tured on an NBC television show Schram, 83, continues to work have been busy since January 1, this August. The NBC every day directing when Pacific Press Home Health show covers the work of volun- Education Service officially Adventist disaster teers in Keene. assumed responsibility for the pub- relief work. Following accep- lishing work in the Southwest. The Local NBC affili- tance of a theme 87 full-time, 5 part-time, and 14 ates will have a involving committed cash LEs in this union were chance to receive senior Christians responsible for $643,079 in litera- programming from whose lives have ture sales, literature that promises Adventist Media impacted their com- to bring more people into God's Center on July 31. munities through church. By the end of April, LEs in Featuring the work of much of this century, 1997 spent 36,761 hours canvass- George Schram, a we thought of ing, visited 13,987 homes, signed disaster relief worker George, who has led up 1,393 contacts for Bible study and director of the George Schram our disaster relief in courses, and gave a total of 1,021 Texas depot for dis- Texas for almost 40 Bible studies themselves. Student aster supplies, the satellite uplink years," says Monte Sahlin, director LEs added $17,518 to that sales fig- entitled "A Lifetime of Sharing" will of ADRA/North American Division. ure. air August 1, 2 or 3. As well as the Seventh-day "Our main purpose is to win Adventist disaster relief work Adventist Church, the Presbyterian souls," said one publishing leader has been going on for more than Church of America and the United recently when district leaders gath- 50 years. In 1995, approximately Methodist Church also will be fea- ered at Pacific Press to discuss turing volunteers of humanity. strategy for upcoming months. LEs George Johnson win souls by their partnership with Disaster relief in Jarrell Intern for Kermit Netteburg, NAD pastors and evangelists in local evangelism programs, through per- The mobile disaster relief unit left sonal Bible studies they give and Keene immediately upon hearing of Literature evangelists the tornado disaster in Jarrell and by placing truth-filled books in Cedar Park. They have been serving sell books, save souls homes where they are desperately victims with needed items and have As a result of the ministry of needed. offered assistance wherever local literature evangelists, 27 new The centralized Home Health authorities feel they can be of Seventh-day Adventists have joined Education Service program at service.

RECORD / July 1997 27 SOUTHWESTERN UNION

Pacific Press makes the literature evangelism program in Canada and the western United States more financially viable and provides the support LEs need in the highly competitive environment in which they serve. For further information about the literature evangelism program in the Southwestern Union Members of the Pacific Press Publishing Association leadership team in the Conference, contact Felix Castro Southwestern Union are from left: David Aguila, Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex Hispanic DSD (District Sales Director); Domingo Lorenzo, Waco South to San (Spanish) or Paul Cordray (English) Antonio Hispanic DSD; Paul Cordray, PPPA director of Anglo sales; Felix Castro, at 208 465-2564. PPPA director of Hispanic sales; Carlos Estrada, western Texas and New Mexico Hispanic DSD; Freddy Hernandez, associate director of Hispanic sales; Rigoberto Yepez, Rio Grande Valley Hispanic DSD; Allen Dybdahl, Arkansas and Oklahoma Discover the Power Anglo DSD; Denton James, PPPA associate director of Anglo sales; Barry George, Louisiana and Texas Anglo DSD; David Coello, Houston to New Orleans Hispanic Camporee coming in '99 DSD. Thousands of Pathfinders who Jesus. "Discover the Power." Like previ- attended 1994 Dare to Care Coming to Oshkosh, ous camporees, it will be a once- Camporee in Colorado treasure Wisconsin, site of the world's in-a-lifetime experience for the memories of friendships, fun times largest air show, on August 10-14, Pathfinders who attend. Fifteen shared, and programs that were 1999, is the next international thousand Pathfinders from all over created to touch their lives for Pathfinder camporee. The theme is North America and 2,000 Pathfinders from around the world Trust services holds in-service training Although not an easy place to reach either by car or plane, the selected location of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, and its world-famous passion play, attracted 52 trust service personnel for their annual in-service training, May 20-23. The Southwestern and Mid-America Unions repre- senting 13 states and 11 conferences came together for this occasion. In order for all personnel in trust service work to remain certified, they must complete 30 TRUST SERVICES hours of professional training each year. At this year's training, Zoe Hicks, an attorney from Atlanta, Georgia, and a noted estate planner, was one of several presenters. Others included David Johnston, attorney and associate director of the General Conference Trust Department, who presented a four-hour in- depth study on the ethics of the trust work; our own editor of the Record, Jean Thomas, who gave pointers on how to improve our writing; and David Coggin, an attorney from Burleson, who spoke on several legal aspects involving trusts. Harvey J. Byram Turst Services Director

In 1996 the Arkansas-Louisiana Conference trust department received accreditation from the General Conference. At the trust ser- vices training meeting held in Eureka Springs in May, Harvey Byram, Southwestern Union trust services director (left), and Deryl Knutson, Southwestern Union treasurer (center), presented a certificate of Two Texas Conference trust representatives achievement to Terry McCormick (second from left), Arkansas- wrote a combined total of over 300 wills and Louisiana Conference trust services director. Included in the picture trusts in 1996. Harvey Byram (center) presented are other personnel in the Arkla trust department: Lois Stephens, plaques for outstanding achievement to Ed secretary, and William Woodruff, field representative. Stacey (right) and Joe Ray (left).

28 RECORD /July 1997 SOUTHWESTERN UNION where Pathfinders can work on Pathfinders will need to register as and actually receive honors during soon as possible. As a special will come together for this historic the five-day event. But the most incentive, the first 2,000 registrants five-day event which coincides exciting part is joining 17,000 other in 1997 will receive a special cam- with the 50th birthday of Pathfinders each evening singing poree souvenir pin. For more infor- Pathfindering. praises to our Best Friend and mation and to obtain registration Every part of the camporee is Savior, Jesus. Pathfinders will pre- forms, please contact your confer- designed to show Pathfinders how sent part of the evening program ence youth ministries department much their church cares about through music and drama, pointing or call Advent Source for registra- them. Each day will be packed Pathfinders to the magnificent tion forms at 800-328-0525. with exhibits to see and activities "Power" that is ours through Jesus. Ron Whitehead from which to choose. There will Since the camporee is limited 99 Camporee Director be many honor booths available to 15,000 in North America, your

CONVENTION REGISTRATION FORM Return this form with $35 per registrant to: Southwestern SOUTHWESTERN UNION MINISTRIES CONVENTION ATTN: Elizabeth P.O. Box 4000 Union Burleson, TX 76097

The $35 fee per individula covers all seminars and materials. If you bring children there is an Conference 41 additional charge of $15 per child. Child care is provided during seminar schedule only. of Seventh-day. Name(s) Address Adventists City/State Zip Phone ( ) Amount Enclosed $ Church J `J :Si Child Care Service Needed? Ages For more information call Elizabeth at (817) 295-0476 Meals Sabbath lunch and sunday breakfast are provided, compliments of the Southwestern Union Conference for all registered participants and their registered children.

September 5, 6, 7, 1997 HOTEL RESERVATION FORM Southwestern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Ministries Convention September 5, 6, 7, 1997

Enhance your ministry by taking Return directly to: advantage of the training you will Clarion Hotel Attn: Reservations receive in the following areas: 41 1981 North Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080 Telephone: 972/644-4000 ACS/Disaster Relief Fax: 972/644-0135 ACN and Satellite Equipment Children's Ministries Name(s) Communication Address Family Ministries City/State Zip Friendship Evangelism Phone ( ) Number of Rooms Men's Ministries Arrival Date Departure Date_ PARL Type of beds Number of Guests Personal Ministries Credit Care Deposit Guarantees Room Reservation Prison Ministries Card number Name on Card Exp. Date Sabbath School Reservations will be held until 4:00 p.m. unless guaranteed. Small Groups Women's Ministries Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is noon. Youth Ministries Reservations must be made by August 22, 1997 to receive the special group rate of $59 per AIM night for a single, double, triple or quadruple occupancy room.

RECORD /July 1997 29 ness. "Southwestern's M.B.A. is a broad-based degree which will be Southwestern begins management professionals in profit a benefit to professionals in a vari- and non-profit organizations. To ety of career tracks." M.B.A. program accommodate full-time and part- Southwestern's M.B.A. curricu- Southwestern Adventist time students, M.B.A. courses are lum is designed to go beyond the University will begin classes this scheduled for Sundays and core of the traditional M.B.A. By August in the new Master of evenings. incorporating critical thinking, com- Business Administration degree Individuals who currently hold munication, ethics, interpersonal program. Offered through the a bachelor's degree in any field, relations, and decision-making into department of business, the M.B.A. have completed four prerequisite the curriculum, Southwestern grad- is the second master's degree business courses, and have accept- uates will gain a global and bal- offered by Southwestern. In keep- able GRE or GMAT (graduate anced managerial perspective. ing with Southwestern's tradition of school entrance exam) scores, may "Companies are looking for making education available to non- apply for the M.B.A. program and M.B.A. graduates with knowledge traditional students, the program is may complete the 36 credit hours beyond the 'bottom-line mentali- designed to accommodate both of graduate work in as little as 15 ty,'"says Goris. "Our program will full-time students and currently months. Students who do not fulfill better prepare graduates to employed professionals. all requirements for regular admis- respond to the varied needs found Recent changes in the require- sion may request provisional in the business world." ments for Certified Public admission. Through the provisional For information about Accountant licensure prompted the admission option, prerequisite Southwestern's M.B.A. program, university to move forward with an coursework may be done concur- please call the university's Office of M.B.A. program. University rently with M.B.A. coursework. Graduate Studies at 817/556-4742 accounting students who wish to "As we considered the current or 1-800-443-2240. Mail inquiries take the C.P.A. exam will graduate and future needs of our students, may be sent to: Office of Graduate with a five-year master's degree. we realized the potential to create Studies, Southwestern Adventist Acquiring an M.B.A. is also a program which would also meet University, Keene, Texas 76059. advantageous for advancement in a the needs of professionals who Address e-mail to wide range of careers, and wished to earn their M.B.A. while [email protected] [email protected]. Southwestern's curriculum is employed full-time," says Jose R. Jenell Eli Rusk designed to meet the needs of Goris, Ph.D., M.B.A. director and Public Relations chair of the department of busi-

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Description Size/Case Price Per Item # of Items Amount WORTHINGTON Vegtn. Burger 12/20 oz .32,47" 30.00 Chili 12/20 oz 2.5,e-r 23.05 Choplets 12/20 oz 3445" 31.25 Multigrain Cutlets 12/20 oz ..36-.451- 32.95 Veg. Skallops 12/20 oz ...32ref 29.00 Veja-Steaks 12/20 oz 3gra-3" 31.80 Veja-Links 12/19 oz .34,45" 31.25 Fri-Chick 12/12.5 oz -343713 27.00 Prime Stakes 12/13 oz. .38-713 27.00 Turkee Slices 12/13 oz .31;1,-1-5- 27.00 NEW Lo-Fat Fri-Chick 12/19 oz .34.21" 28.00 NEW Lo-Fat Veja-Links 12/20 oz 3.5.753" 31.98 NEW Lo-Fat Chili 12/20 oz ..26reef 23.95 Numete 12/19 oz .3445" 31.25 Saucettes 12/19 oz ...3&-1-7- 34.89 Super Links 12/19 oz ..36,61- 32.95 Country Stew 12/19 oz _26-.-91if 24.00 Sliced Chik 12/12.25 oz ....3Q-.41- 27.00 Diced Chik 12/13 oz 30,13* 27.00 LOMA LINDA Swiss Stake w/Gravy 12/13 oz 36t-41- 27.00 Little Links 12/14 oz .32,29" 29.00 Fr. Chik'n w/Gravy 12/13 oz .32129- 29.00 Dinner Cuts 12/19 oz .34,45" 31.00 Vege-Burger 12/19 oz ....32,r3-7 30.00 Redi-Burger 12/19 oz .3€,5"3" 31.98 Tender Bits 12/19 oz 35,-543" 31.98 Linketts 12/20 oz .24745 31.00 Big Franks 12/20 oz ....3C3-781- 32.95 Nuteena 12/19 oz .34,4T 31.00 Sandwich Spread 12/13 oz 32 J" 29.00 Tender Rounds w/Gravy 12/19 oz ..3&•51- 31.98 OTHER Chiliman 12/15 oz ....1-2r21- 12.99 Van Camp Beans 24/16 oz -1-972'5 14.91 McKay's Beef or Chicken Style Seasoning No MSG 14 oz. _41,5itr- 3.99 G. Washington Broth Brown. Golden, Onion or Vegetable case of 24 .28•.55" 25.71 Emes Kosher Jel Unflavored 1 lb ..-8,2er 7.49 Emes Kosher Marshmallows Mini or Large 1 lb -2,-519- 2.25 Other SUBTOTAL ADD 1 5% SHIPPING & HANDLING TOTAL

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