DOCSLIB.ORG

Adventist Digital Library

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Adventist Digital Library MAKING MARRIAGES LAST • WORDS TO LIVE BY ADVENTIST S AND INSPIRATION FOR SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS FEBRUARY 9.199_ For the first time I began to understand . there was ANOTHER WORLD." LEIIERS Diversity men with the courage to speak on ness, equity, and justice. It seems to me Recently I was walking down a street behalf of women's issues, since the that the numbers should be in reverse in in downtown Los Angeles. Two voice of women is effectively silenced order to achieve the three goals listed African-American friends of mine came by these few numbers. above. Also, I find that of the layper- up behind me and mentioned to each Thank you for the opportunity to see sons italicized, there are far more other that "love comes in all colors." just how these matters have been women than men. This is not true Because I'm handicapped and short of addressed by our church leaders and for action by representation. It is far and stature, I turned around and mentioned providing us with the information to away unbalanced. C. Baker that "love comes in all shapes and sizes, contact our local leaders and represen- San Bernardino, California too." They agreed with me. tatives before the General Conference Even though we live in a culturally session. Peggy Harris, Board Chair diverse society, we also live in a handi- Women and Men Against Sexual To Read or Not to Read capped, diverse society. Both are Harassment and Other Abuses Scott Moncrieff's review of The important. James Cady Burtonsville, Maryland Orion Conspiracy ("Holiday Reading," Rosemead, California NAD December issue) proved interest- ing and enlightening. Since this was my Speaking Up Do you really want us to respond to the first attempt at writing a book of this There is a simple and effective way North American General Conference type, I'm pleased that he had as much to reduce the number of delegates to delegate list in your latest issue? Are good to say about it as he did. future General Conference sessions. you sure? Along with him, I wished for more (See "Speak Up Now, or Hold Your In the world, in the home, in the church time (and space) to work out the char- Peace," NAD December issue.) Let the today, voice means value. Of the nearly acters' needs. Dr. Moncrieff is correct General Conference session vote to 300 delegates listed, I know or have in noting that much of the plot comes have a worldwide realistic, redemptive visual recognition of more than 100. Out from The Great Controversy. In fact, cleanup of our church books. At least, of those 100, only one (maybe two) is the purpose of the book is to present the and probably many more than, half of younger than 35 years old. One, uno! message of that great book in a format the 8 million members now listed on From the other 200 or so, my pastoral that will attract and hold the attention of our church books are no longer practic- experience (from the Lake, Columbia, readers who might not read a more ing Seventh-day Adventists. This would and Pacific unions) leads me to believe scholarly work. reduce the delegates from 2,669 to that the situation is much the same. Voice Your reviewer seemed to wish that 1,335. A marvelous by-product of this translates to involvement and investment! Orion had been written more in the all-out effort would make church mem- Numerous workshops, specially style of great literature. It wasn't bership meaningful and important. designed conferences, even a well-done intended as such, but as a fast-paced Bob Spangler study called Valuegenesis, tell the lead- story that could awaken readers' inter- It Is Written Field Representative ers and laypeople that something must est in studying the Bible. If it achieves Thousand Oaks, California be done for our Adventist youth and that goal, I will be satisfied. fast. But I believe it all goes for naught Your readers may be interested to when we follow up with an "important know that the Booklist, the journal of What wonderful information you gave family vacation" that coincidentally the American Library Association, has us by listing the delegates from North excludes the children. Jnvolvement reviewed The Orion Conspiracy (Nov. America to the General Conference ses- implies importance. Families are com- 15, 1994) and recommended it for sion. prised of men, women, and children, inclusion in public libraries. I hope that I am bewildered, however, by the aren't they? Tim Evans, Chaplain some Adventists will donate copies to minute number of women representa- Loma Linda University Medical Center their local libraries, thus helping the tives included in the list. This certainly Children's Hospital book to fulfill its mission. does not reflect the percentage of Loma Linda, California Kenneth R. Wade women in the church, which is more Nampa, Idaho like 55 to 60 percent. It points out that our church needs to address representa- I did my own tallying and found that Letters should not exceed 250 words and tion of gender along with progress in out of 285 delegates only 70 are true should carry the writer's name, address, and ethnicity representation. When one laypersons (not employed by the orga- telephone number. All will be edited to meet looks at these statistics, it is easy to see nized work). This leaves 215 persons space and literary requirements, but the author's meaning will not be changed. Views why some things get voted the way they who receive their paychecks from the expressed in the letters do not necessarily rep- do. I hope this time there will be more organized work. What a travesty of fair- resent those of the editors or denomination. 2 (138) ADVENTIST REVIEW, FEBRUARY 9,1995 ADVENT'S1 FEBRUARY 9, 1995 DEPARTMENTS ARTICLES 2 Letters DEVOTIONAL 6 Newsbreak 8 Another World For those of us who have gotten used to the church the way it 11 Sandra Doran is, maybe it's time to look at things from another perspective 17 Children's Corner and live a new reality. by Bonita J. Shields 23 Reflections HERITAGE 12 A Woman's Place 12 One woman's We always hear about the men who pioneered the Adventist ministry message in foreign countries. But there were women and chil- EDITORIALS dren who faced the same hardships. by Robert G. Wearner 4 Words I Live By LIFESTYLE 5 Great Idea! 14 What Makes Marriages Last? Read these suggestions from an "expert"—someone who has been successfully married for almost 50 years. by Charles M. Rogers STORY NEXT WEEK 16 Hands Across the Chasm 16 Letting go "The Christian's View Is there anything harder than laying aside one's prejudices? of Assisted Human by Bernard R. DeRemer Reproduction" Medical technology is WORLD REPORT making impossibilities possible. It's also 18 Brief Encounters of the Supernatural Kind blurring the bound- Worked long and hard without results? Read this. aries of what's ethical by Betty Kossick and what isn't. Cover illustration by Art Lenderman General paper of the Marketing Representative address, telephone number, and Social Security of address: Call toll-tree 1-800-456- Texts credited to NEB are from The New Seventh-day Adventist Church Ginger Churcn number, where available. Notification of rejec- 3991 or 301-791-7000, ext. 2436. English Bible. © The Delegates of the Oxford Consulting Editors: Robert S. Folkenterg, tion may be expected only if accompanied by a University Press and the Syndics of the Editor :, hlinsson Matthew Bediako, D. F. Gilbert, Robert J. stamped, self-addressed envelope. Address all The Adventist Review (ISSN 0161-1119) Cambridge University Press 1961, 1970. Associate Editor Roy Adams Kloosterhuis, A. C. McClure, Kenneth J. Mittleider, editorial correspondence to 12501 Old is published 40 times a year. each Reprinted by permission. Texts created to NN Associate Editor Myron K. Widmer Leo Ranzolin. Calvin B. Rock. G. Ralph Thar Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20304-6600. Thursday except the first Thursday of are from the Holy Bible, New International News Editor - s Medley Special Contributors: Bryan Ball, M. E. Editorial office fax number: (301)680-6638. each month. Copyright © 1995 Review Version. Copyright © 1973, 1978. 1984, Assistant Editor ";iepheri Chavez Cherian, P. D. Chun, Israel Leito, Edwin and Herald' Publishing Association, 55 International Bible Society. Used by permission Assistant Editor Kit Watts Ludescher, J. J. Norley, Jan Paulsen, L. D. Subscription prices: US$36.97 for 40 West Oak Ridge Drive, Hagerstown, of Zondenran Bible Publishers. Bible texts cred- Editorial Assistant Ella Rydzewski Raelly, Ted N. C. Wilson. Joao Wolff issues. US$48.97 for 52 issues. Add $10.20 Maryland 21740. Second-class postage ited to RSV are from the Revised Standard Administrative Secretary Chitra Barnabas African-Indian Ocean Editions Editor, postage for addresses outside North America. paid at Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. Version of the Bible, copyright © 1946, 1952. Editorial Secretaries Mary Masson, Japheth Agboka To place your order, send your name, Postmaster: send address changes to 1971, by the Division of Christian Education of Inter-American Edition Editor, Adalgiza address, and payment to your local Adventist Adventist Review, 55 West Oak Ridge the National Council of the Churches of Christ Art Director Bill Kirstein Archbold Book Center or Adventist Review Subscription Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740. in re USA Used by permission. Designer .ewe Trapero South American Editions Editor, R. S. Desk, Box 1119, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Design Assistant Gerl W. Busch Lessa, Portuguese, ecktou Werner Mar, Spanish Single copy. US$2.25. Prices subject to change Internet: [email protected]; PRINTED IN THE USA Ad Sales ',1elynie Tooley To Writers: We welcome unsolicited without notice.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Lake Union Herald for 2008
    “Telling the stories of what God is doing in the lives of His people” 14 Cover photo © iStockPhoto.com, all rights reserved. in this issue... in every issue... n celebration of our Creator’s wonderful plan, we are devoting this edition 3 Editorial by Walter L. Wright, Lake Union president Ito special ministries to women and men. By design, God 4 New Members Get to know some new members of the Lake Union family. designed us to more fully represent His image as male and 6 Youth in Action 7 Beyond our Borders female. With special design comes special approaches to 8 Family Ties by Susan E. Murray ministry—in some cases, gender specific. 9 Healthy Choices by Winston J.Craig 10 Extreme Grace by Dick Duerksen Gary Burns, Editor 11 The Joys of Adventism by Cynthia and J.W. Warren 12 Sharing our Hope features... 13 ConeXiones en español por Carmelo Mercado 14 The Prodigal Daughter by Kasey McFarland 24 AMH News 16 The Ministry of Kindness by Karen Pearson 25 Andrews University News 17 Women: Instruments in God’s Hands by Z. Kathy Cameron 26 News 31 Mileposts 21 The Men by Dick Duerksen 32 Classifieds 22 A-Men! by Walter L. Wright 40 Announcements 23 A Man of Joy by Gary Burns 41 Partnership with God by Gary Burns The Lake Union Herald (ISSN 0194-908X) is published monthly by the Lake Union Conference, P.O. Box C, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. 42 One Voice Periodicals postage paid at Berrien Springs, MI, and additional mailing o≈ces.
    [Show full text]
  • Aby Health Ooking at Urselves Pages, Wanda Page. He Union Responcl
    aby health ooking at urselves pages, wanda page. he Union responcl in/ center spread isitor check-up ASI honors Ily DeHaan Good to know ou Editorial Because Jesus Christ is both our Lord and our Saviour: ROBERT PATTERSON . Director of Trust Services . • The local church will be the central focus and the Columbia Union Conference driving force of the denomination. • The joy and celebration of worship will attract people to our churches, allowing the Sabbath to become a major evangelistic tool. This is my anniversary. A year ago, I started • Church fellowship will be so vibrant that retention of working for the Columbia Union. During the members will improve and conflicts over lifestyle issues past 12 months, I have been asked two questions will decrease. more than any other: Why did I take this job? and do I like it? The answer to the first is easy. "I believe God asked me to Stacey Younger, do this work," I reply. Since 1980, I have always consulted God Mavis Tatiana Fumes, Arling- ton, Potomac. Lancaster, Pennsylvania. before taking a new job offer. In this case, even more so. Mavis was bap- Stacey was Although I respond that, yes, I do like my job, very often tized on Christ- baptized there is the usual follow-up question, "Why do you like it?" mas Day in 1993 in March I've come up with three responses to that question—all following Bible of this relative to relationships. First, I like it because of pleasant ex- studies with year by periences I've had with people I have served in the union terri- Pastor Keith Pastor tory.
    [Show full text]
  • The Andrews University Magazine
    ZINE A G A Y M T I RS U N I V E S EW R ND A H E T FALL 2008, VO L UME 44, NO. 4 AL UMNI HOMECOMING 2008 T H A T S T E L L A S T A M P A nnu A L R E P O RT l l l in focus Inevitable and immutable The holiday season seems compressed this year, with Christmas coming even more quickly on the heels of Thanksgiving. In preparation for my annual e-mail missive to family and friends, I’m chronicling in my mind the significant events and memories of T H E A ND R EW S U N I V E RS I T Y M A G A ZINE 2008. One of the main ones involved my mother. In September my younger brother and I sifted through all her earthly possessions as she prepared to move to Michigan Editor from British Columbia, Canada. Even though the process was difficult for all of us Patricia Spangler (BS ’04) we knew that the end result would be positive and the change was inevitable. She will soon turn 90 and it’s a blessing to have her closer. Contributing Editors Tami Condon (BS ’91) From a personal to a global perspective, the significance of world events in the past Brent Geraty (MA ‘91) three months has been nothing short of amazing, some would even say inevitable. Keri Suarez (BA ‘01) In the process of developing an online archive of previous Focus issues I came across Jenny Tillay David Beckworth’s article, “A World Out of Balance” (Winter 2007).
    [Show full text]
  • Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Canada at 1148 King Street East, Oshawa, Ontario
    by Elder E.R. Bacchus President, Ontario Conference HE SEVENTH-DAY present only an unbalanced There are those who would like to ADVENTIST Church is not an interpretation of the truth, and reform the church from without, but ordinary church or just thereby misrepresent our patient and history records that any reformation another church. We are a people of loving Saviour. that has ever taken place has been prophecy with a mission and a While we admit that the church is from within, and is a matter that rests future—God's visible remnant fallible, that in its present standing it with the individual believer. "While entrusted with a distinct message for is far from perfect, yet it is God's the institutions of our denomination the world. This church to which we church; and "God does not destroy need reformation, it is the belong will emerge a victorious His church because of its conscientious obedience of the company to stand some day on the imperfection." Testimonies to Ministers, individual believer that serves as the sea of glass. But, before the day of page 46. In fact, Ellen White expressly foundation for any true and lasting triumph the church will be severely states that "enfeebled and defective as change. It is here that the work must tested, and many will lose their way it may appear, the church is the one begin. One individual living a life of in the purifying process. Jesus object upon which God bestows in a principle will persuade many others Himself indicated that the wheat and special sense His supreme regard." into that same path." [bid, page 76, 77.
    [Show full text]
  • Review and Herald for 1987
    ADVENTIST Weekly News and Inspiration for Seventh-day Adventists October 29, 1987 1987 ANNUAL COUNCIL REPORT: Chemical Dependency Harris Pine Mills Update Expatriate Salaries Human Sexuality Statement Update on Burundi Overture From Russia LETTERS Self-esteem (cont.) He thus might have been able to Army, and the reason I joined was In response to the letter (Sept. 10) undo the wrong. ELIZABETH BECK not to serve the government and the that asks the question "How can I Colorado Springs, Colorado laws, but to serve the people and the focus on my self-esteem and keep ideals of this country. my eyes on Jesus at the same time?" Truthtelling, ROBERT T. CORK try this statement from Ellen White, I commend Kit Watts for "Telling Fort Hood, Texas hardly noted for being a pop psy- the Truth" (Sept. 17). Having been a chologist: "The Lord is disap- lifelong Adventist, as were my par- The Lord's Supper pointed when His people place a ents before me, I have a fine library "All in the Family" (Aug. 13) was low estimate upon themselves. He of Adventist literature and so ap- a solemn, inspiring appeal to not desires His chosen heritage to value preciate the excellent scholarship neglect the blessed time of fellow- themselves according to the price Julia Neuffer and others contributed ship with our risen Lord. Since no He has placed upon them" (The De- to making our literature accurate. I direct reference was made to the sire of Ages, p. 668). was a coworker with Miss Neuffer at preceding ordinance, some people Perhaps the answer is found in the Review and Herald Publishing might infer that this is optional.
    [Show full text]
  • Focus, 2008, Spring Andrews University
    Andrews University Digital Commons @ Andrews University Focus Office of Alumni Services Spring 2008 Focus, 2008, Spring Andrews University Follow this and additional works at: http://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/focus Recommended Citation Andrews University, "Focus, 2008, Spring" (2008). Focus. Book 68. http://digitalcommons.andrews.edu/focus/68 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Office of Alumni Services at Digital Commons @ Andrews University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Focus by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Andrews University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE SPRING 2008, VOLUME 44, NO. 2 servant to the world C hur C H standing out F or young people and C hrist l l in focus Flagship? Mother Ship? Recently I attended a committee meeting (the bane of academic life) where a professional development consultant gave an overview of the history of the university’s current capital campaign. This individual, who is not a member of the Adventist Church, has a long-standing relationship with Andrews University, and over the years has developed a respect for the faith-based and values-driven education we provide. THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE As he traveled the country visiting key friends of this university to gauge their level Editor of support for the campaign he came to the conclusion that, in the eyes of many of Patricia Spangler (BS ’04) our alumni and other key friends, we are perceived as the “flagship institution” of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He also understood the reluctance some of us had to Contributing Editors identify ourselves with that term.
    [Show full text]
  • Southern Tidings for 1988
    JANUARY, 1988 GLENVIEW AT FIFTH HARRISTON The Silent Witnesses Hostages in Prison My Heart Was Down in My Shoes Page 8 Smyrna Hospital: A Witnespls ingArm The Silent Witnesses Danny and Carol McDonald travel throughout the Southern by Olson Ferry Union erecting and replacing highway signs. t works for Coke, General Motors, Heinrich. Some signs serve as an invi- hears concerning the impact of the and McDonalds. It works for the tation, others serve as a reminder. signs as he travels across the Union. Seventh-day Adventist Church, One man who had attended an Ad- "There was one woman who I under- I especially the Southern Union ventist school as a child passed an stand started to attend church simply Conference, which has more on dis- SDA church highway sign on his daily because she saw a sign and ap- play than the world field combined. It commuting route. "We must go to preciated the welcome it offered. attracts the attention of millions daily that church some time," he told his Then there are the many people who see it every time they drive along the as they drive to work in cities, towns, wife. and rural areas. It serves as a direc- "Why not now?" she asked. highway. Who knows what eternal tional guide, and a quiet welcome. It impact this program has. The next Sabbath found them in is the Southern Union's Sign church. Soon they were both mem- "I really feel as though I am an in- Program — an identification service bers. tegral part of the church's ministry.
    [Show full text]
  • The Andrews University Magazine
    NE I Z A G A M RSITY VE I U N WS E DR N A E TH FALL 2007, VO L UME 43, NO. 4 A U D A I R Y C E L E BRAT E S 1 0 0 Y E A R S T R A S H C A N J un CTI on W E LC ome H ome ! A nnu A L R E P O RT l l l l in focus Reflections from a current (and future) alum This fall has been an exciting time at Andrews University. Most importantly, the campus is alive with enthusiastic, bright students and they bring energy and purpose to our work. Another visible sign that radically changes the landscape is the progress made on the new university entrance. It’s impossible to miss the impact when you stand at the TH E A N DR E WS U N I VE RSITY M A G A Z I NE new roundabout on Seminary Drive and gaze down the road to an unobstructed view of Interim Editor Old U.S. 31. As my colleague Rebecca May says, “Before we know it, it will seem like Patricia Spangler (BS ’04) it has always been here.” The entrance truly changes the face of the university to a more welcoming and open persona. Contributing Editors On the other side of campus, construction on the new milking parlor at the Dairy is Tami Condon (BS ’91) moving along rapidly. Check out the handsome spread in this issue focusing on the 100th Brent Geraty (MA ‘91) anniversary of this important educational and financial component of our campus.
    [Show full text]
  • The Written Record of Hawaii's Women: an Annotated Guide to Sources of Information in Hawaii
    THE WRITTEN RECORD OF HAWAIÿI'S WOMEN: An Annotated Guide to Sources of Information in Hawaiÿi 2nd Edition Compiled by Chieko Tachihata and Agnes Conrad Foundation for Hawaii Women's History Honolulu, Hawaiÿi 2001 The Written Record of Hawaiÿ i's Women: An Annotated Guide to Sources of Information in Hawaiÿi 2nd Edition Compiled by Chieko Tachihata and Agnes Conrad Foundation for Hawaii Women's History Honolulu, Hawaiÿ i 2001 CATALOGING DATA The Written Record of Hawaiÿ i's Women: an Annotated Guide to Sources of Information in Hawaiÿ i. Compiled by Chieko Tachihata and Agnes Conrad, for the Foundation for Hawaii Women's History. Honolulu: 2001. 2nd ed. Women Hawaii Bibliography. Foundation for Hawaii Women's History. Earlier edition: 1984. The Written Record of Hawaii's Women: an Annotated Guide to Sources of Information in Hawaii. Compiled by the Historians Committee Foundation for Hawaii Women's History. Honolulu: 1984. 36 p. Women Hawaii Bibliography. Foundation for Hawaii Women's History. Historians Committee. HQ1438 .H3 W75 1984 H 016.30141 F Copyright 2001, Foundation for Hawaii Women's History. Foundation for Hawaii Women's History P.O. Box 3371 Honolulu, HI 96801 This bibliography is accessible through the Internet on the web site of the University of Hawaiÿ i at Mänoa Library: http://www.hawaii.edu/speccoll/hawaii.html. Photocopying and downloading of this bibliography is permitted for non-profit or educational purposes, with acknowledgement of the source. TABLE OF CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ................................................................................................................
    [Show full text]
  • MIN2002-02.Pdf
    FIRST MINISTRY Ministry is the international journal of the Seventh-day Adventist Ministerial Association and has been published since 1928. Association Secretary James A. Cress Editor Wiilmore D. Eva 1 +1 =1: The impossible possibility Managing Editor Julia W. Norcott Editorial Assistant Sheila Draper An outstanding article exposing to mind and heart Professional Growth and Inter-church Relations the ultimate basis for successful interpersonal Nikolaus Satelmajer Contributing Editors: Sharon Cress, Peter Prime, Joel relationships Sarli, Kit Watts John M. Fowler International Editors: Inter-American Division Felix Cortes South American Division Zinaldo A. Santos Consulting Editors: Ben Clausen, Raoul Dederen, Teofilo Ferreira, Ron Flowers, John M, Fowler, Michael Hasel, Roiand Genesis 1 and the building of the Hegstad, Kathleen Kuntaraf, Ekkehardt Mueller, Jan Israelite sanctuary Pauisen, Robert Peach, Angel Manuel Rodriguez, Penny Shell, William Shea, Russell Staples, Richard Tibbits, Ted The fascinating relationship between the Israelite Wilson, Edward Zinke sanctuary and the creation Pastoral Assistant Editors: John C. Cress, Fredrick Russell, Mayian Schurch, Loren Seibold Angel Manuel Rodriguez International Advisors: Alefandro Buiton, John Duroe, Andrews Laurence Ewoo, Paulraj Isaiah, Anthony Kent, jairyong Lee, Ivan Manilich, Gabriel Maurer, Ivan Omana, David Osborne, Peter Roennfeidt, Raymond Zeeman Avoiding the pitfalls of prayer Pastoral Advisors: Leslie Baumgartner, S. Peter Campbell, Miguel A. Cerna, jeanne Hartwell, Mitcheli Personal and pastoral questions about prayer Henson, Greg Nelson, Norma Osborn, Leslie Pollard, Richard W. O©Ffill Dan Smith, Steve Willsey Advertising Editorial Office Subscriptions and Circulation Jeannette Calbi Cover Art Jonathan Eva and Peter Hamlin What does the Lord require? Resources Cathy Payne The unprecedented demand on Adventist missions in today©s world Subscriptions: 12 issues: United States US$29.95; Canada and overseas US$31.75; airmail US$41.75; Corden R.
    [Show full text]
  • 069 - 90 Institute for Christian Teaching Usol Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring Md 20904, USA 34 -2
    33 Institute for Christian Teaching Education Department of Seventh-day Adventists WOMEN IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP POSITIONS by Wilfred Rieger School of Education Avondale College Cooranbong, N.S.W. Australia Prepared for the Faith and Learning Seminar held at Avondale College Cooranbong, N.S.W. Australia January 1990 069 - 90 Institute for Christian Teaching USOl Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring Md 20904, USA 34 -2- WOMEN IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP POSmONS A SEARCH FOR CHRIS1lAN SOLtmONS TO CULTURAL ISSUES IN Tim SOtrrH PACIFlC DIVISION OF nm SEVENTH-DAY ADVENilST CHURCH Wllfft:d G Rieger School of Bducadon Avondalo College NSW Australia SYNOPSIS This study, using a cultural perspective and statistical data, addresses the perceived non-participation of women in decision-making processes within organizational structures of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in general and within the South Pacific Division (SPD) educational system in particular. While there are precedents for gender-inclusiveness in denominational histo.cy and scripture, a review of the general literature shows an ambivalent situation presently existing in the public sector in Australia. An examination of 1984-1989 staffing lists of Seventh-day Adventist elementacy schools and high schools in the SPD (excluding mission union conferences) reveals a significant under-representation of women in educational leadership positions. Several strategies are suggested for implementation in order to effect change. INTRODUCTION The role of women within the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Olurch today, is 1 increasingly receiving prominence in denominational jow:nals as well as being 2 addressed by church conmissions. A small girl's diary entry both illustrates and gets to the heart of the issue very quickl:r·: "Dear God, Are boys better than girls? I know you are one, but please try to be fair.
    [Show full text]
  • THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE New Roundabout on Seminary Drive and Gaze Down the Road to an Unobstructed View of Interim Editor Old U.S
    THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITYTHE MAGAZINE FALL 2007, VOLUME 43, NO. 4 AU DAIRY CELEBRATES 100 YEARS TRASH CAN JUNCTION WELCOME HOME! ANNUAL REPORT l l l l in focus Reflections from a current (and future) alum This fall has been an exciting time at Andrews University. Most importantly, the campus is alive with enthusiastic, bright students and they bring energy and purpose to our work. Another visible sign that radically changes the landscape is the progress made on the new university entrance. It’s impossible to miss the impact when you stand at the THE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE new roundabout on Seminary Drive and gaze down the road to an unobstructed view of Interim Editor Old U.S. 31. As my colleague Rebecca May says, “Before we know it, it will seem like Patricia Spangler (BS ’04) it has always been here.” The entrance truly changes the face of the university to a more welcoming and open persona. Contributing Editors On the other side of campus, construction on the new milking parlor at the Dairy is Tami Condon (BS ’91) moving along rapidly. Check out the handsome spread in this issue focusing on the 100th Brent Geraty (MA ‘91) anniversary of this important educational and financial component of our campus. The Jenny Tillay renovation of dining services has also begun in the Campus Center. Look for a progress report and photos of this project in the next issue of Focus. Designer These major improvements would not be possible without the generosity of our Matt Hamel (AT ’05) donors. Alumni and friends who gave this year are included in the Annual Report, along with an overview of the financial status of the institution.
    [Show full text]