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Southwest Bahia Mission Facade, 2019
Southwest Bahia Mission facade, 2019. Photo courtesy of Nesias Joaquim dos Santos. Southwest Bahia Mission NESIAS JOAQUIM DOS SANTOS Nesias Joaquim dos Santos The Southwest Bahia Mission (SWBA) is an administrative unit of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (SDA) located in the East Brazil Union Mission. Its headquarters is in Juracy Magalhães Street, no. 3110, zip code 45023-490, district of Morada dos Pássaros II, in the city of Vitoria da Conquista, in Bahia State, Brazil.1 The city of Vitória da Conquista, where the administrative headquarters is located, is also called the southwestern capital of Bahia since it is one of the largest cities in Bahia State. With the largest geographical area among the five SDA administrative units in the State of Bahia, SWBA operates in 166 municipalities.2 The population of this region is 3,943,982 inhabitants3 in a territory of 99,861,370 sq. mi. (258,639,761 km²).4 The mission oversees 42 pastoral districts with 34,044 members meeting in 174 organized churches and 259 companies. Thus, the average is one Adventist per 116 inhabitants.5 SWBA manages five schools. These are: Escola Adventista de Itapetinga (Itapetinga Adventist School) in the city of Itapetinga with 119 students; Colégio Adventista de Itapetinga (Itapetinga Adventist Academy), also in Itapetinga, with 374 students; Escola Adventista de Jequié (Jequié Adventist School) with 336 students; Colégio Adventista de Barreiras (Barreiras Adventist Academy) in Barreiras with 301 students; and Conquistense Adventist Academy with 903 students. The total student population is 2,033.6 Over the 11 years of its existence, God has blessed this mission in the fulfillment of its purpose, that is, the preaching of the gospel to all the inhabitants in the mission’s territory. -
Seventh-Day Adventism, Doctrinal Statements, and Unity
Journal of the Adventist Theological Society, 27/1-2 (2016): 98-116. Article copyright © 2016 by Michael W. Campbell. Seventh-day Adventism, Doctrinal Statements, and Unity Michael W. Campbell Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies Cavite, Philippines 1. Introduction “All Christians engage in confessional synthesis,” wrote theologian Carl R. Trueman.1 Some religious groups adhere to a public confession of faith as subject to public scrutiny whereas others are immune to such scrutiny. Early Seventh-day Adventists, with strong ties to the Christian Connexion, feared lest the creation of a statement of beliefs so that some at some point may disagree with that statement may at some point be excluded.2 Another danger was that statements of belief might be used to present making new discoveries from Scripture, or afterward a new truth might be stifled by appealing to the authority of an already established creed. From the perspective of early Sabbatarian Adventists, some remembered the time when during the Millerite revival that statements of belief were used to exclude them from church fellowship.3 These fears were aptly expressed during the earliest organizational developments in 1861 of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. According to denominational co-founder, James White: “making a creed is setting the stakes, and barring up the way to all future advancement. The Bible is 1 Carl R. Trueman, The Creedal Imperative (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2012), 21. 2 Bert B. Haloviak, “Heritage of Freedom,” unpublished manuscript, 2. 3 George R. Knight, A Search for Identity: The Development of Seventh-day Adventist Beliefs (Hagerstown, MD: Review and Herald, 2000), 21-24. -
Vessenger: It's Strengths and Weaknesses Editorial NOT STRONG ENOUGH
11 r el in r OSOVO RECORD1 .1 U 2 4 1 9 9 9 In this issue Sanitarium looks for performance Taking liberties Atoffi outreach I stretches resources essenger of the LOrd The Prophetic Ministry Ellen G. White I HERBERT E• DOUGLASS Vessenger: It's strengths and weaknesses editorial NOT STRONG ENOUGH osovo. What has happened the church during the 1260 years and remains loyal in their allegiance there has shocked the world. known as the Dark Ages; and the to God. KThe full extent of the horren- devil's aggression at the end of time This account in Revelation 12 dous acts of brutality in the Balkans against those who, by their lives, assures God's people that goodness are only now beginning to unfold. demonstrate the "faith of Jesus." will triumph over evil. In the cosmic This has been a graphic demonstra- Despite the turmoil portrayed, this warfare in which God's people are a tion of evil and hatred in these sup- chapter underscores the "good news," part, Michael is on our side. posedly enlightened times. Once that the dominance of the devil was The time is coming when it will be again questions are raised about the to be challenged and broken. In spite demonstrated finally before the uni- nature of evil, of suffering and God's of his guile and power he is "not verse that the devil is not strong sovereignty and power. strong enough" to prevail (verse 8, enough to hold a single person who In a world where there is often lit- NIV). -
Adventist Review
Adventist Review General Organ of t'e Seve^t"-cay Aovet,t st Csrcht June 24, 1982 "All things through Christ" Page 3 Thy will be done Page 4 CRBF ministering to the handicapped Page 16 Index Page 27 "Fear churned within me as 1 learned that our oldest son was in the emergency room, having just been involved in a motorcycle accident." See "Thy Will Be Done," page 4. THIS WEEK Adventist Review MUM Published continuously since 1849 EDITOR Kenneth H. Wood ASSOCIATE EDITOR William G. Johnsson ASSISTANT EDITORS Jocelyn R. Fay, Aileen Andres Sox ASSISTANT TO THE EDITOR Eugene F. Durand William Johnsson first pre- prophecy, direction; congrega- 1975-1980; Larry Lewis, cur- sented his series of editorials tion, body; and love, antifreeze. rent president. ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY "The Essence of Adventism" Atlantic Union College Bible credits: Texts credited Corinne Russ (concluding editorial, p. 12) as recently celebrated its centen- to R.S.V. are from the Revised EDITORIAL SECRETARIES a sermon at Sligo Seventh-day nial (p. 19). In this historic Standard Version of the Bible, Chitra Bamabas, Ginger Church Adventist church, Takoma photograph, taken during the copyrighted 1946, 1952 © ART Park, Maryland. Intrigued by festivities, six former college 1971, 1973. Texts credited to Director, Byron Steele his use of an automobile as a presidents pose with the current N.I. V. are from The Holy Bible: Designer, G. W. Busch symbol for the church, one president and the chairman of New International Version. CONSULTING EDITORS person took the analogy further the Centennial Commission, Copyright © 1978 by the New Neal C. -
Avondale Announces New Scholarships
December 3, 1994 RECOR Week of Prayer Leads to Decisions-10 Avondale Announces New Scholarships fifty scholarships worth $A2000 each will be available in 1995 to provide financial assistance to FAvondale College, NSW, students disadvantaged by the drought or other hardships. The An Urgent Need scholarships will be applied to residential fees. for Medical "Some scholarships will be available to returning students and others assigned to new students," says the Avondale public relations officer, Dr Lyell Heise. "Prospective students who Staff-6 can demonstrate genuine financial need should contact the student finance office immediately for details on how to establish eligibility." The student finance office can be contacted on (049) 77 1107 or on free phone 1800 804 324. Does God Have "There will be an assessment of need, and some academic criteria to be met," says Dr Heise. "Avondale is looking forward to hearing from students who can benefit from this new initiative." a Gender Pictured are students currently attending Avondale. Bias? EDITORIAL Priority and Urgency The result is that we generally don't had prepared 10 people, with more , write make personal witnessing and involve- than 50 preparing at least 80 people in A'm ex- ment a priority—or even an urgency. the last four years. periencing the We pray for the Holy Spirit to accom- Why are these results in Mexico, and Fourth Internat- plish in our land, what is happening in not in New Zealand and Australia? ional Congress Inter- and South America, the It isn't because the work is easy in of Laity, being Philippines, Africa and Russia. -
Australasian Record and Adventworld Survey
Australasian Record and AdventWorld Survey Publication of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the Australasian Division VOL. 87, NO. 5 February 1, 1982 DEAR WORLD, My young son starts school today. It's all going to be sort of strange and new for him for a while, and I wish you would sort of treat him gently. You see, up to now he's been king of the roost. He's been boss of the backyard. His mother has always been near to soothe his wounds and repair his feelings. But now things are going to be different. This morning he's going to walk down the front steps, wave his hand, and start out on the great adventure. It is an adventure that might take him across continents, across oceans. It's an adventure that will probably include wars and tragedy and sorrow. To live his life in the world he will have to live in, will require faith and love and courage. So, World, I wish you would sort of look after him. Take him by the hand and teach him things he will have to know. But, do it gently, if you can. He will have to learn, I know, that all men are not just, that all men are not true. But teach him also that for every scoundrel there is a hero, hat for every crooked politician there is a great and dedicated leader. Teach him that for every enemy, there is a friend. It will take time, World, I know. But teach him, if you can, that a -cent earned is of far more value than a dollar found. -
If the Lights Go out LETTERS
February 25, 1999 AnchorPoints If the Lights Go Out LETTERS The Sabbath Trail “The 27 fundamental beliefs are not coming to the house, they saw the child Thank you for Bill Knott’s wonderful an attempt to express opinions . , with his mother Mary, and they bowed article on the Sabbath but facts.” The 27 beliefs are, in truth, down and worshiped him” (NIV). Trail (“A Witness in beliefs; they are not facts. Facts are the Stones,” Dec. 24 objective reality, and they are not by —Donald J. Keeler AnchorPoints nature “polemical,” as Goldstein states. NAPA, CALIFORNIA Edition) and for the People do not debate facts; they debate attention it is bringing the implications they see related to to the Washington what facts are available. The mention of Jesus’ birth in a Web page. While “filthy” stable was annoying to us. Our working on the trail the better part of —Ron Corson dads were farmers all of their lives. six weeks this past summer, we met CLARKSTON, WASHINGTON The barns and stables were always many people walking the trail—the kept clean, with fresh straw, sweet- enthusiastic response was exciting to see. smelling hay in the manger, and a Several visitors indicated that they The Birth of Jesus generous scoop of grist or grain for a would come back and bring their friends. In “At First Glance” (Dec. 24) Myrna treat. The manure pile was outside of One non-Adventist family of four found Tetz follows what many have done in the barn or stable. The barn or stable the trail from surfing the Internet. -
This Summer Insan Antonio
MARCH 19, 2015 Vol. 192, No. 8 www.adventistreview.org March 19, 2015 Adventists Praised in Rwanda 10 Conspiracy Theories 22 Angels in the Bedroom 26 This Summer in San Antonio IF MEETINGS ARE NOT YOUR THING, THERE’S STILL LOTS TO DO AT A GENERAL CONFERENCE SESSION. Head SUBHEAD It’s what we’re waiting for. www.adventistreview.org Like us on Facebook “Behold, I come quickly . .” Our mission is to uplift Jesus Christ by presenting stories of His matchless love, news of His present workings, help for knowing Him better, and hope in His soon return. 14 22 9 6 COVER FEATURE ARTICLES DEPARTMENTS EDITORIALS 14 This Summer in 18 Gospel Order 4 Letters 6 LAEL CAESAR San Antonio HALVARD B. THOMSEN Kicking Against WILONA KARIMABADI the Goads The church works best 7 Page 7 A General Conference when it works together. session is part family 8 World News & 7 E. EDWARD ZINKE Perspectives The Eyes of the Lord reunion, part business 2 2 Conspiracy Theories meeting, part revival. It ALEJANDRO MEDINA VILLARREAL is not to be missed. 13 Give & Take Have you heard the one about the Jesuits? 21 Cliff’s Edge 2 6 Angels in the Bedroom 2 9 Back to Basics JOHN S. NIXON Sex is an important part of 3 0 Etc. the marriage relationship. 31 Reflections NEXT WEEK ON THE COVER Splitting the Urgent Darkness Every Adventist should at- Christ’s resurrection makes tend at least one General all the difference; always Conference session. has, always will. Publisher General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists®, Executive Publisher Bill Knott, Associate Publisher Claude Richli, Publishing Board: Ted N. -
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Seventh-day Adventist Church General Information The Seventh-day Adventist Church was officially established in 1863, although it traces its date of birth to 1844 when it affirmed the beliefs that came to form its name. These beliefs include: the Bible as the infallible Word of God; the creation of the world in six days, with the seventh day (Saturday) set aside as the Sabbath; and the imminent return (Advent) of Christ. Other distinctive beliefs include: the indivisibility of the human body, mind, and spirit; death as an unconscious state to be followed by a resurrection; humanity as embroiled in a great struggle between God and the Devil; the moral and dietary laws of the Old Testament as still binding upon Christians; and a final judgment, starting with God’s people, which began in heaven in 1844 and will culminate when Christ returns to earth. Because Adventists believe that body, mind, and soul are inseparable, spiritual import is given to physical health and mental education. This emphasis has inspired Adventists to establish schools, hospitals, clinics, and health food factories. It also has inspired the Church to encourage its members to refrain from alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine, and to adopt a vegetarian diet. Today, an estimated 35% of Adventists practice vegetarianism. Number of members worldwide: 15.6 million Number of members in the US and Canada: 1.06 million Governing Body: The Seventh-day Adventist Church has four levels of government: the local church; the local conference or mission; the union conference or mission; and the General Conference. The General Conference headquarters is in Silver Spring, Maryland. -
A Tale of Two Teens Adventists and LSD Addiction LETTERS
January 1999 A Tale of Two Teens Adventists and LSD Addiction LETTERS A Heaven for Real People 1999: Columns and Features Heaven will be a real, physical place with real, physi- It’s our 150th anniversary, and along with all the articles and special issues cal people we have planned, you’ll find these regular columns. Don’t miss them. inhabiting it! North American Division Samuele Edition Bacchiocchi’s Dialogues, by Sandra Doran “Heaven in 3- Cityscapes, by Royson D” (Nov. NAD James Edition) was From the Heart, by Robert very profound S. Folkenberg Sandra Doran and deep—yet World Edition Royson James Robert S. Folkenberg so simple, clear, and comprehensive. Faith Alive! by Calvin Rock His reasoning about how God will Bible Questions Answered, by Angel restore this earth to its original phys- Rodriguez ical perfection was so simple that Cutting Edge Edition even a child could understand it. Leaving the Comfort Zone, by Chris Blake The X-Change, by Allan and Deirdre Martin —Helen L. Self AnchorPoints Edition MORGANTON, NORTH CAROLINA Clifford Goldstein, by Clifford Goldstein Calvin Rock Angel On the Home Front, by Leslie Kay Rodríguez It Seems to Me, by R. Lynn Sauls Muslims and Jesus In “Let’s Help His Love Break Also, look for these special features: Through . in Bangladesh” (Global Tuesday’s Child, a full page of family Mission, Nov. NAD Edition) that worship material country is described as “an Islamic Bookmark, a review of books republic [of] some 130 million peo- Cutting Edge Conversations, fast- ple,” which it is. Then of those 130 paced interviews with interesting people million, the writer says, “Most have Cutting Edge Meditations, brief spiri- Chris Blake Allan and Deirdre never heard of Jesus.” tual insights from Adventists of all ages Martin Since in Islam, Jesus—along with Reprints of Ellen G. -
Un-Real Bringing Faith a N D Practice Into Focus
May 9, 2013 Vol. 190, No. 13 www.adventistreview.org May 9, 2013 Hope Channel Ukraine Inaugurated 12 An Errand for a Rainy Day 21 Kids Eat Free 24 Un-Real Bringing faith A n D practice into focus “Behold, I come quickly . .” Our mission is to uplift Jesus Christ by presenting stories of His matchless love, news of His present workings, help for knowing Him better, and hope in His soon return. 16 22 10 7 COVER FEATURE ARTICLES DEPARTMENTS EDITORIALS 16 un-real 2 2 eloquent Moments 4 Letters 6 Bill Knott Shane anderSon of silence BRICOM Musings How do the young people oliver l. JacqueS 7 page 7 in your life view the reality When words are 7 gerald a. KlingBeil of being a Seventh-day inadequate 8 World news & agendas Adventist Christian? perspectives 2 4 Kids eat free 13 give & take lael caeSar What a great way to 15 introducing the Why make us all feel special! 21 searching the obvious 2 8 31 Years as a CEO delona lang Bell 2 7 gLoW stories John Sackett shares his 31 reflections perspective on Adventist next WeeK health care: where it’s been, where it’s going. christ, or Kona? A tiny fraction of those who on the COVer qualify compete in the Iron- man Triathlon. But to qualify, Knowing Jesus as Friend and be accepted, and choose Savior is the only way to bring not to compete is phenom- Christianity into focus. enal; so is Alicia Trott. publisher General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists®, executive publisher Bill Knott, associate publisher Claude Richli, publishing Board: Ted N. -
Vol. 191, No. 33
November 27, 2014 Vol. 191, No. 33 www.adventistreview.org November 27, 2014 australian Prime Minister Praises adventists 10 Who Knows Why? 14 My deceitful heart 24 Head subhead The Last House beyond it lay the end of his career as a colPorteur. e. hom way he ts t oin t p ha w ’s It www.adventistreview.org Like us on Facebook “Behold, I come quickly . .” Our mission is to uplift Jesus Christ by presenting stories of His matchless love, news of His present workings, help for knowing Him better, and hope in His soon return. 18 14 10 6 COVER FEATURE ARTICLES DEPARTMENTS EDITORIALS 18 The Last House 14 Who Knows Why? 4 Letters 6 Bill knOtt Benjamin j. Baker OnaOlapO ajiBade That Crucial First Year After a day of insuffer- When Job lost ev- 7 Page 7 able heat and nearly erything, he couldn’t 7 mark a. Finley nonstop rejection, he was help asking why. 8 World News & The God Who Sees ready to chuck it all. Perspectives 2 2 The Fear of the Lord 13 Give & Take ellen G. White The sooner we learn it, 17 The Life of Faith the better off we’ll be. 2 7 Transformation Tips 2 4 My Deceitful Heart William G. jOhnssOn 2 9 Ask the Doctors He felt fine, until he didn’t. 3 0 Etc. 31 Reflections NExT W EEK iN Adventist world ON THE COVER Made in Russia Twenty-five years ago, just after Literature evangelists have to the fall of Communism, the know how to handle rejection.