Evangelism Beyond the Church Walls

January 2011

Quoi de Neuf? Adventist Education Youth Talk ¿Qué Está Pasando? January To faithfully chronicle the work and progress of the church in the Atlantic Union territory and 2011 inform, instruct, and inspire our church members. ission tatement M S Editorial 3 Adventist Education 7 inside Youth Talk 8 DQuoiE PdeART Neuf? MENTS 24 eatures ¿Qué Está Pasando? 25 F Positions of Our Faith 26 Photos: Rohann Wellington 4 Evangelism Beyond the Church Walls Bermuda 9 Greater New York 10 over tory Atlantic Union College 12 C S : NENew York WS 14 7 Stop Trying! Northeastern 18 Northern New England 20 Southern New England 22 16 Personnel Change at It is Written Bulletin Board 28 16 Pollard Assumes Presidency of Oakwood Classifieds 29 University INFORMATION 17 Neal C. Wilson, Retired Adventist Church March 2011 January 14 President, Dies at 90 April 2011 February 11 May 2011 March 11

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2 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site E d i t o r i a l

Sparrows and Swallows

ver the past several years we have nurture, . . . not to be verbally bashed and given a great deal of emphasis to driven away. At the altar of the house of Othe primacy of evangelism. This we God, Christians come to find peace, fulfilled must never cease to do, since it’s the life- needs, love, and closeness to God. blood of the church’s mission. Therefore, we But unlike the sparrow, it is not every thank God for the many precious persons bird that does this. The eagle is too ambi- brought into the fold—the church—through tious. The vulture is too foul. The cormorant the work of the Holy Spirit. too greedy. The hawk too war-like. The Nevertheless, in keeping with the con- ostrich too wild. And the owl too fond of cept of the “outward and upward look” (see darkness. But the sparrow and the swal- “As the house November 2011 editorial), I would like to low—they are little and loving. suggest the following: That during this As the house of God is a nest for sparrows, first year of a new decade—2011—we give so it must also be for our children. The of God is a nest ourselves also to the nurture of the faithful sanctuary of God is a nursery for our young. (young and old), and especially those who There, they will be safe and free like the have recently joined the church. swallow, the “bird of liberty.” for sparrows, so

“Let every opportunity be taken to nurture our children it must also be and keep them safe for time and eternity. If they are joyful for our children. and happy in worship, they are more likely to return to the nest as swallows do.” The sanctuary of

The psalmist David, in Psalm 84:3, envied Let me take this opportunity to appeal for the birds that lived around the house of the greater and more detailed attention given God is a nursery Lord: “Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, to children’s ministries in our churches. Let and the swallow a nest for herself, where every opportunity be taken to nurture our she may lay her young, even thine altars, O children and keep them safe for time and for our young.” LORD of hosts, my King, and my God.” eternity. If they are joyful and happy in their Sparrows were considered in Bible times holy worship to God, they are more likely to as worthless (five for two farthings), needy return to the nest on a regular basis as the creatures, requiring food and a place to swallows do. live. Because they were so numerous, they My wife, Lois, and I wish each of you a were driven away. But in the house of God very blessed and spiritually fulfilling New (the altar), they found safety, rest, delight, Year as you labor for the Master in 2011, to society, nearness, and were not forgotten by help provide a nurturing environment for all God (Luke 12:6). people in the house of the Lord. This must also be true for every believer who comes to the house of God for refuge Donald G. King is president of the Atlantic and fellowship. Christians come to church Union Conference and chairman of the Atlantic Union College Board of Trustees. as they would a hospital for healing and at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 3 C o v e r s t o r y

Evangelism Beyond the Church Walls

Pastors who were presented with the Pastoral Evangelism Appreciation Awards stand with some of the the union and conference administrators. From left are Carlyle Simmons (Union), Trevor Baker (NEC), Louis Métellus (Union), G. Earl Knight (GNYC), Donnieval Walker (GNYC), Jean Jude Lors (NEC), Abel Rosario (GNYC), Ramon Cabrera (NEC), Donald King (Union), Leon Thomassian (Union), Dionisio Olivo (Union). Not pictured are Jean M. Charles (GNYC) and Abraham J. Jules (NEC).

ast year, 2010, was a year of repeat similar words of thanks at the celebration for the Atlantic conclusion of the two additional ral- LUnion Conference and its six lies held on October 2 in Syracuse, conferences. Of particular note were New York, and November 13 in the three one-day evangelism home- Brooklyn, New York. coming rally celebrations that took A renewed emphasis on evange- place. Donald King, Atlantic Union lism in the Atlantic Union began Conference president, shared the fol- back in 2006 when the Tell the lowing thoughts at the conclusion of World . . . Tell Atlantic Union initia- the first rally held on May 1 in South tive was launched. The initiative Lancaster, Massachusetts:

Photos: Rohann Wellington “I want to express profound

Atlantic Union Conference administrators Donald King thanks to God and to our and Leon Thomassian with Lay Evangelism Star Award pastors, teachers, lay evan- recipient Josh Schmieder, right. gelists, church members, literature evangelists, ministerial leaders, and union and conference administrators for their part in helping to achieve this milestone in the history of our union territory.” The major milestone to which he was referring was the 5,250 Some of the representatives from the Atlantic Union and New York Conferences accessions by baptism or who participated in the Evangelism Homecoming Rally in Syracuse, New York, include, standing from left, Jerrell Gilkeson, Angel Rodriguez, Florencio Ron Halvorsen, Sr., was the speaker at the Homecoming profession of faith achieved Zabalata, Stan Rouse, Donald King, Leon Thomassian, Oswald Euell, Louis Evangelism Rally in Syracuse, New York. during 2009. King would Métellus, and, kneeling front, Dan Whitlow and Philip Wesley.

4 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site C o v e r s t o r y Photos: Rohann Wellington

Lay Evangelism Star Award recipient, Valerie White-Wittick with administrators, from left, Carlyle Simmons, Donald King, Louis Métellus, Leon Thomassian, and Oswald Euell. Photos: Rohann Wellington

Youth representatives who participated in the Evangelism Homecoming Rally in Brooklyn, New York, are, from left, José Cortés (GNYC), Bill Wood (Union), and Philip Wesley(NEC). focused on several areas, including To acknowledge their hard work in baptisms, identifying and equipping evangelism, emphasis was placed on members according to spiritual gifts, a time of reporting, celebrating, and engaging the youth and educational sharing stories of the way the lord system in supportive roles and leader- has blessed. ship, blending prayer ministries with A report of the May rally was evangelism, and nurturing church included in the June 2010 issue members. The leaders of all six con- of the Gleaner. The Rally held in

ferences have been doing their part Syracuse, New York, was combined Wesley Philip involving members in many evange- with the culmination of the New Glen Samuels, was the worship service speaker for the listic events in their respective fields. York Conference’s Revelation of Hope Evangelism Homecoming Rally in Brooklyn, New York.

Members who were presented with the Lay Evangelism Appreciation Awards stand with some of the union and conference administrators. From left are Louis Métellus (Union), Trevor Baker (NEC), Dionisio Olivo (Union), Omar Gonzalez (NEC), Oniz Martinez (GNYC), Salnave Gillies (NEC), Marie Joseph (GNYC), Marc Coombs (NEC), Kojo Twumasi (GNYC), Donald King (Union), Leon Thomassian (Union), and G. Earl Knight (GNYC). C o v e r s t o r y Photos: Rohann Wellington

The Christian Education Vignette was presented by, back row The African Heritage Choir was one of several choirs that performed for the rally in Brooklyn, New York. from left, Astrid Thomassian (Union), Beth Cady Burghardt (NYC), Kathe Burghardt (NYC), and Jerrell Gilkeson (Union). At the podium is Jeremy Garlock (NYC). evangelistic series and included a In all cases, pastors and lay persons Let’s Connect Live Sabbath School from each of the conferences were program in which the youth direc- recognized for their work in evange- tors from the Atlantic Union, New lism. Those who attended the events York, and Northeastern conferences were encouraged to look up, in order answered questions from young peo- to stay connected to God, and to ple. A one-hour mini-concert involv- look out, in order to reach the world, ing local talent was held at the begin- while, at the same time, nurturing ning of the afternoon program. the members in the church. The Rally in Brooklyn included “The Atlantic Union Conference, Sabbath School, the morning worship comprised of more than 103,000 believ- service, and a musical concert inter- ers and 561 churches, has a big chal- spersed throughout the afternoon lenge on its hands to finish the work,” rally. Choirs and groups from the says King. “However, since God has not local area participated. The events in called us to be merely successful, but Syracuse and Brooklyn were streamed has certainly called us to be faithful, we live on the Internet by AUAM on know that He will enable us to do our Frank Gonzalez was the Sabbath School speaker for the www.auam.tv. part in this great work before us.” Evangelism Homecoming Rally in Brooklyn, New York. The thread of evangelism continues in the Atlantic Union in 2011. It is The Christian Education Vignette at the Brooklyn Evangelism Homecoming Rally included a presentation from Nathanael important to reach out with the mes- Gutierrez, a student at the Bronx Manhattan School, and education representatives David Cadavero (GNYC), Jerrell Gilkeson (Atlantic Union), Marlene Alvarez (Atlantic Union), Gwen Wesley (Northeastern), and Astrid Thomassian (Atlantic Union). sage of hope into the 16 unentered counties with no Adventist presence and into the 17 cities with a population of 100,000 people or more. Each member in the Atlantic Union can be involved as a living testimony of God’s goodness by taking this message that is needed today more than ever before beyond the walls of the church.

Ednor A. P. Davison is the editor of the Atlantic Union Gleaner and assistant to the president for communication in the Atlantic Union Conference.

6 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site By Kim Kaiser Stop Trying! n August 2010, pastors and teach- he said, “If you are trying to be like as you do, but I give you permis- ers from the New York Conference Jesus, stop trying.” He continued and sion to think your thoughts in Iattended a retreat at Camp explained that by trying, we will only my mind.” Since He is standing at Cherokee in Saranac Lake, New get in the way. Instead, he advised the door knocking for entrance, York. The devotional speaker for the us to follow the counsel of Galatians this enables Jesus to “move in” event was Dennis Smith, director/ 2:20, which we can repeat, but which and take possession of me. It speaker of Holy Spirit Ministries, and may not have sunk in. In this text Paul frees me from acting in my own his messages are having a positive says, “I have been crucified with Christ strength and thinking, saying, trickle-down effect in schools where and I no longer live.” (Dead people or doing things that I will regret. students are being taught a practical don’t do much trying, now do they?) Furthermore, having the mind of understanding of what it means to let Instead, “Jesus Christ now lives in me.” Jesus changes my desires so that Jesus live in them. Smith taught us to do two things: it is easy to obey. As the young people would say, “Sweet!”

Some of our schools may lack the latest in The lives of several teachers have been transformed by this practical technology or sports equipment, but I’d trade understanding of how to be controlled by the Holy Spirit, and now numerous students are putting the same both of those and so much more, any day, for concepts into practice, creating some very caring and effective learning the power of the Holy Spirit guiding teachers communities. Some of our schools may lack the latest in technology or and students. sports equipment, but I’d trade both of those and so much more, any day, for the power of the Holy Spirit guid- Often we talk about letting Jesus 1. Immediately upon waking up, we ing teachers and students. into our hearts. It is a nice thought, should ask the Holy Spirit to fill us Jesus is coming soon and our young but does anyone know how we can for the day. people will not survive the months actually make that happen? Smith ahead without the sustaining power taught it in remarkably simple, yet pro- 2. All day long, whenever there is a of His constant presence. What would foundly meaningful terms, and young problem to solve or a temptation to you trade for this? people who heard it readily grasped be resisted, we should give Jesus it. In a nutshell, he said that, if we are permission to take possession of Kim Kaiser is the trying to be like Jesus, we are setting our mind, words, and actions. For associate superintendent of schools for the New ourselves up for failure because none example, when I need to relate to York Conference. of us has anything in us that will make someone I dislike I say, “Jesus, I that possible. He shocked us all when have no ability to love this person

Atlantic Union Conference — Office of Education Crystal Ferguson shares her experience Talk as a summer intern in Washington, D.C. Atlantic Union youth share their opinions and ideas on various topics.

am the product of Adventist education; a graduate of the Greater New York Academy and Brooklyn Seventh-day IAdventist School. I am currently a student-athlete at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, and I can honestly say that education in an Adventist atmosphere during the most criti- cal time in a child’s life, the adolescent years, helped mold my behavior and actions toward life. I am now a senior at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, pursuing a major in Deviant Behavior and Social Control and a minor in Public Crystal Ferguson Administration. My mother’s sacrifice for my Adventist education was well worth it, and I would like to publicly thank had the opportunity to tutor and mentor young people at a her for that! Washington, D.C., high school. During the fall of 2007, I participated in the All Stars This experience humbled me, and motivated me even Project, a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated more to rise above what naysayers may project. I am in the to promoting human development through the use of process of applying to law school as well as graduate school an innovative performance-based model. I was a part of while I am still playing basketball and tackling seven class- Development School for Youth, a leadership training pro- es, but Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through gram that focuses on development for young people between Christ who strengthens me.” Many young people may think the ages of 16 and 21. Students who graduate from the that this verse is a cliché, but honestly, I am a firm believer 14-week long program are placed in paid summer intern- that we just have to have a little more faith in Christ as well ships provided by sponsoring companies. My participation as ourselves. My plans include establishing a non-profit in the project landed me a paid internship with Health Plus organization to assist with juvenile justice reform, as well Insurance Company during the summer of 2008. as helping young people to be empowered, whether it is In the fall of 2009, I stumbled on an ad on Facebook pro- through ministry, cultural activities, service projects, and/or moting a White House Internship. After much procrastina- mentoring sessions. tion and battling with myself, I decided to apply to the pro- I would like to encourage my fellow Adventist young gram. After going through the vigorous application process, people to understand that being young is a struggle and I was chosen out of thousands, along with 120 elite young being young and Adventist is even harder, but we can still people to be a part of the spring 2010 class. When I got the be prosperous and not have to conform to the ways of the e-mail, stating that I had been chosen, I cried and thought to world. Seek out mentors, for they are needed in everyone’s myself, Who else but God? life. Confucius said, “When it is obvious that the goals can- To have worked at the White House during such a histor- not be reached, don’t adjust the goals, adjust the action ical era meant a lot to me. I worked in the Correspondence steps.” So, keep striving toward the goals that you have set Office, where I had a chance to view the enormous amount for yourself, but remember to include God before you even of letters, faxes, e-mails, and gifts sent to the president of think to start the process. the United States. I was able to hear and see the voice of With the support of my East New York Seventh-day the American people—their struggles, their views, and Adventist Church family, I am who I am today. So I just their thanks. We had meetings on a weekly basis with want to say, “Thank you!” some of the senior staffers, who gave us incredible advice. One piece of advice I remember the most is that “we Crystal Ferguson is a member of the East New York Seventh-day should approach situations with humility and authentic- Adventist Church in Brooklyn, New York. ity.” Needless to say, I met some incredible people. I also

8 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site A Leap of Faith B er t took a leap of faith for sured against God’s speed- their passion, and

IPeter to walk on water. ometer. utilizing their own m It also takes a big step of Warwick church is not style for service. faith for us to live up to immune to this danger- This is certainly an u God’s calling, especially as ous reality, so we began important evidence d it relates to stewardship. 2010 with a visit from of faithful steward- a

During 2010, the Warwick Jim and Sally Hohnberger ship. News Seventh-day Adventist from Empowered Living The other aspect Church family experienced Ministries. Jim was a suc- of stewardship is growing evidences of faith- cessful businessman who that of finances. ful stewardship. This is was going through life as if reason to rejoice, because running on two treadmills faithful stewardship is evi- going in different direc- dence of spiritual maturity, tions. The Hohnbergers proof of a true disciple of encouraged the members to Christ. “slow down” and pursue an Since stewardship covers authentic walk with God. a wide range of areas, I want I believe the week of meet- Jim and Sally Hohnberger, from Empowered Living Ministries, encouraged the members to “slow down” and pursue an Faithfulness in financial stewardship authentic walk with God. certainly requires a leap of faith . . . mature members becoming faithful in their finances even in times of upheaval to focus on two measurable ings set the tone for faithful in the financial aspects as examples of faith- stewardship renewal, even market. A growth in ful stewardship develop- though the word steward- spirituality among ment in the church family. ship was never used. Many people have been members and a growth in The first area is the stew- I have noticed an increas- affected by the economic membership have caused an ardship of time. Although ing number of our church downturn in the past increase of faithfulness in Bermuda’s speed limit is family making more time couple of years. Certainly, financial stewardship in our legally 35 km/hr, people are to be used in the service these are times in which all church. As a result, about usually “speeding” on the of God. Members span- Christians have been tested 75 percent of our active highway of life. Many of us ning all ages are seeking to see whether they would members are returning what would get a speeding ticket ways to be involved in remain faithful stewards in belongs to the Lord and if the way we are running ministry according to their times of drought. However, more than 50 percent are our lives were to be mea- gifts. They are following irrespective of the economic going beyond that to give a climate, I rejoiced in know- freewill offering. ing that our members have In spite of the financial not only remained finan- crisis, God has been faith- cially faithful but have also ful. He has not failed us, increased their giving. and I know He will not Faithfulness in finan- fail you, either. If God has cial stewardship certainly anything but the first place requires a leap of faith, in your life, if you are strug- especially when finances are gling with financial stew- limited. This year the Lord ardship, I challenge you, has blessed us with a num- like Peter, to take a leap of ber of new members; and it faith and “walk on water.” is a joy to see these spiritual Slow down, Christian, babies taking a leap of faith and be blessed. Members and guests of the Warwick Seventh-day Adventist Church in their finances. Still, it —Ariel Manzueta, pastor, Warwick participated in seminars encouraging them to be more faithful stewards. is even more joyful to see church

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Yvonne Knight, wife of G. Earl Knight, and Donna Jackson, wife of Daniel Jackson, were on hand to support the event held at the Manhattan Seventh-day Adventist Church. is never about you,” he told receiving recognition were the graduates, “it is always Tina DeFranco, Mira Perez, about God.” Diosalma Melgar, Merisol During the service, the Forrester, Joanne Cortés, Daniel Jackson, president of the Seventh- G. Earl Knight, left, Greater New York day Adventist Church in North America, Conference president, and José Cortés, youth ministries depart- and Veronica Chang. addressed the graduates. Greater New York Conference youth minis- ment also recognized the —Eion Williamson, volunteer tries director, participated in the consecra- secretaries who served in assistant to youth director, Greater tion, investiture, and graduation service. the department. Those New York Conference

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 11 NEWS International Students Adapt to American-style Education “It was a very tough deci- Sabina Brzozowska, a sion,” said Salcedo inside senior at AUC, said public the Nelson Fieldhouse at bathrooms and drinking AUC. “It’s hard to be apart fountains caught her off from everyone, but it’s guard when she moved something I had to do. . . . from Poland by herself eight The hardest part of mov- years ago. ing was trying to learn the “I had to figure out how language. I didn’t know any the drinking fountain English before moving, so worked at first,” joked that was a struggle at first.” Brzozowska. “And paper Salcedo is just one of a towels in bathrooms are free number of students adapt- here. In Poland, you have to ing to the American lifestyle pay for paper towels.” at AUC, as more than 40 Toiletries and laundry percent of students are aside, like most students international. at AUC, Brzozowska said e Cindy Kurtzhals, director she decided to study in of public relations for AUC, America because it gave her said the diverse ethnicity more options. e g on campus acts “as another “There’s a broader set of learning tool for students. options in this country, and

ll “The students are able more opportunities for me,” to learn from each other,” she said. “After graduation I o said Kurtzhals. “They’re plan on continuing my edu- able to learn about differ- cation. . . . I’m going to try

Carol SwinyarCarol ent cultures, languages, to get a master’s degree in C Alma Salcedo is from Venezuela. She is a senior vocal major pursuing a Bachelor of Music cuisines, and customs from clinical psychology.” degree in Music Education. She plans next to earn a master’s degree in performance. all around the world just by While getting adapted iguring out the wash unheard of. Everyone just talking to each other.” to the subtle difference Fcycles, and what exactly hung their clothes out to a dryer sheet does, is a typi- dry in public, which can be cal battle for some incom- embarrassing, cause your nion ing college students. Alma drawers and clothes were

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Union College, said she had Salcedo, 23, made the deci- never even stumbled across sion to leave Venezuela four c a laundry room prior to years ago with her younger moving to the campus four brother to come to Atlantic years ago from Venezuela. Union College and pursue “I had no idea how to do her dream of singing. A the laundry at first,” said member of the famous El

anti Salcedo, as she reflected on Sistema, a publicly-financed adapting to life in America. music program that takes l “In Venezuela, there were children off the streets in Cindy Kurtzhals t no private places to do Venezuela, she and 12 others Sabina Brzozowska is from Poland. She is a senior psychology major earning a Bachelor of laundry, and a dryer was made the journey to America. Science degree in Psychology. Her career goal is to be a counselor. A

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lie, I wanted to give up entinel didn’t want to keep get- U S sometimes,” said the ting made fun of.” 21-year-old senior. “I’d Lausier hopes to nion

learn English all day, Connor Gleason, further his education and then go home and Sentinel & Enterprise staff reporter Kevin Doherty interviews Bruno Monteiro, left, and Emmanuel Lausier, after this year, pursuing right. Both senior business majors are earning Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration; have to speak Creole Monteiro with a concentration in finance and Lausier a concentration in marketing. Both plan to earn mas- his master’s degree in with my family, so it ter's degrees next. English with a concen- made things difficult. . . . The most feel like I’m a role model to the rest of tration in secondary education. difficult part of learning is trying to my community.” With an incoming student popula- C learn math and science terms because Upon graduation this spring, Monteiro tion this year of about 400 students, I have to translate the language and said he plans to pursue a master’s degree Atlantic Union College is a Seventh-day understand what they’re talking about.” in business, with the goal of opening up Adventist institution. While furthering o Monteiro said he’s grateful for the his own business some day. students’ education, the school’s pri- ll opportunity his parents have given Senior Emmanuel Lausier, 21, said mary goal is to prepare lives within the him to further his education. he plays a crucial role in helping his church and in the wider society around

“Now, I’m living the American parents adapt to the American culture. it by providing them with an education e g dream, and trying to go as far as pos- “My parents (who moved from Haiti in a Christian setting, said Kurtzhals. sible and learn as much as I can,” said to West Orange, New Jersey) don’t

Monteiro sitting in a classroom at speak English, so I have to help them —Kevin Doherty, staff reporter, © 2010 e AUC. “My parents have taught me not with filling out forms and documents,” Sentinel & Enterprise. All rights reserved. Reproduced with the permission of Media to feel comfortable with average, and I said Lausier. “Also, they came from NewsGroup, Inc. by NewsBank, Inc.

AUC Professor/ Spring Semester Classes Staff Published Start January 24 Avoid the lines! oach and adjunct professor Sandy CSmith has written 11 books. His Register online: www.auc.edu. themes are predominantly religious. He also writes on health and family, and is a motivational writer and speaker. His four most recent titles are: Alumni Homecoming Weekend Can’t Ride to the Promised Land lan now to attend Atlantic in Pharaoh’s Chariot (at the press), PUnion College’s 2011 Alumni The Cost of Compromise, Like Homecoming Weekend, April 14-17. as a Father, and A Thoughtful We look forward to welcoming Hour. The books are available at honor classes with the year ending the Adventist Book Center in South in a 1 and 6 (2001, 2006, etc.). Our Lancaster, Massachusetts. 50-year class this year is 1961. Cindy Kurtzhals Contact the Alumni Office at Sandy Smith is the Atlantic Union College coach, director of the Recreation department, which includes the Warren G. —Cindy Kurtzhals, public relations (978) 368-2340 for more information. Nelson Recreation Center, and is an adjunct professor. director, Atlantic Union College at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 13 ACF New York Sponsors First Retreat dventist students from called this “the best retreat ministries Apublic colleges and I’ve ever attended.” The sched- director for universities across upstate ule included time on Sabbath the Atlantic New York attended the first afternoon to hike nature trails Union annual Adventist Christian around the camp. Conference, Fellowship (ACF) Retreat Students led out in most of and Ron on October 8-10, 2010, at the services and will plan the Pickell, ACF Camp Bristol Hills near retreat for next year. Eunice coordinator Canandaigua, New York. The Shim, from SUNY Geneseo, for the North retreat was designed to allow was the Sabbath speaker. She American students to grow spiritu- challenged the students to Division. ally and interact with their draw closer to God and allow Students cohorts from other campuses. Him to use them on their at other Students from public colleges and universities in upstate New York About 47 people attended all campuses. Tom Albrecht campuses in attend the first ACF New York Retreat at Camp Bristol Hills near or part of the retreat. Some from Syracuse University New York Canandaigua, New York. who came only for Sabbath closed the Sabbath with a who want to participate in and ACF coordinator for the left determined to come for presentation for vespers. ACF activities or just want New York Conference. the weekend next year. One Special guests at the retreat information on ACF should —Gary Wagner, coordinator, ACF/ participant from Rochester included Bill Wood, youth contact Gary Wagner, pastor New York Conference Fall Harvest in Central EMT Shares Christ New York With Friends ll the seed sowing of the nessed the baptism. We are ANew York Conference told there are more on the he Roosevelt Seventh-day Adventist Church members through mass way. What a harvest indeed. Tin Roosevelt, New York, was one of the mailings and Bible work- We want to not only con- sites that held the series of evangelistic meet- ers’ efforts in the Central gratulate the new members New York area paid off. for their outward expression ings sponsored by the New York Conference. A From Pulaski to Syracuse, and commitment to Christ, young man who attended the meetings asked Central Square to Fulton, we also want to encourage all for a copy of the PowerPoint presentations and the churches that partici- church members to remember an audio copy of the sermons that were being pated in the Revelation of what it was like to be a new recorded for use on radio programs in Albany. Hope seminars reaped an babe in the faith. We want the On one of the nights when the meeting was not abundant harvest of new members to help foster these held, the young man went to his EMT training members in the Seventh- new converts as they adjust and, after the training session ended, told his day Adventist Church. On and learn what it means to friends about the Revelation seminar. He told the evening of October serve Christ as a Seventh-day them he just wanted to share with them all that 30, 2010, the Dexterville Adventist Christian. he was learning. Seventh-day Adventist —John Adolfi, member, Dexterville When they asked him specifically about Church in Dexterville, New church York, warmed up what he had learned, he turned on his laptop the baptismal tank and clicked through the PowerPoint presenta- for six individuals

News tion while playing the recorded audio sermon. who were ready They were there from 9:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. to participate in a Subsequently, the young man made his decision memorial service to accept Jesus and is considering baptism. The symbolic of “death ork young man’s knowledge was limited, but that to self” and a “new Y didn’t keep him from sharing what he knew and creation” in Christ.

from being a source of inspiration to not only Members of three w his friends but to those holding the meetings. churches, Camden, e Pulaski, and the New members, from left to right are Fran Conroy, Oswego —Miguel Crespo, pastor, Roosevelt church new church plant church plant; Sandra Bruns, Oswego church plant;

N Magwood McCrady III, Oswego church plant; Larry Mirra, in Oswego, wit- Camden; Teresa Mirra, Camden; and Michael Lake, Pulaski.

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Greater Syracuse Area w sion cards turned in from room full of guests,” and truths with them. Her young the event. that’s what happened. After son also attended the meet- Y There were 15 sites dur- the meeting was well under- ings with her. ing the evangelistic series, way, a young lady entered, A 90-year-old woman ork most of which had substan- asking if it was too late to who received a flyer in tial involvement by lay peo- join the meeting. She was the mail walked 10 to 12

ple. The locations included invited in. She continued blocks each night to attend the meeting place for a attending the meetings and the meetings. As soon as News new church plant, a prison received visits from the Bible some of those helping with site, a university site, and worker and coordinator sev- the meetings found out she a Karen language site. To eral times during the three- was walking, they offered date about 20 baptisms week series. The district to pick her up and take her are expected to take place, pastor, Bob Hess, along with home, and she accepted with additional people the Bible worker, continued their help. She will also be making decisions. studying with her and she baptized and will join the Ron Halvorsen, Sr., was the guest speaker for the culmination of the three weeks John Livergood, pastor is now planning to be bap- Oswego church plant. of evangelistic meetings in the greater of the Adirondack District, tized. She has indicated that —Cecelia Hess, pastor’s wife and Syracuse, New York, area. presented his first evange- she is excited about inviting evangelism worker, New York hree weeks of evangelistic series at the Ellisburg her friends and sharing the Conference Tlistic meetings in the church-sponsored site at greater Syracuse area and the Adams Restaurant and beyond culminated with Brew in Adams, New York. an evangelism rally at the Several guests attended the Driver’s Village Convention first three nights of meet- Center on October 2, 2010. ings, and on the fourth More than 700 attended night, when it was time to and others watched live via begin, there were no guests. the Internet on www.auam. Only four people were tv. The rally was a joint present, the speaker, John effort between the Atlantic Livergood; the Bible worker, Union, New York, and Josh Rietman; the registra- Northeastern conferences. tion clerk, Cecelia Hess; and Ron Halvorsen, Sr., was the the visitation coordinator, guest speaker for the week- Cecil Harlin. Harlin said, end, and Bible workers are “Let’s have prayer and go At the Sabbath morning worship service, from left, Angelo Flores, Bley Say, and Bob Hess following up on the deci- forward as if there was a offered prayers in Spanish, Korean, and English, respectively.

Union Springs Academy Students Keep Christ in Focus here is a fire burning at started off with a strong, leadership role and want spiritual experience for the TUnion Springs Academy spiritual high. The students to keep the school on track students. During the ves- (USA) in Union Springs, are putting forth an effort with God. As a class, they pers a group performed a New York. The school year to make this year one that lead out in worships, AY, skit, a student shared her is completely and song service. They testimony, and the SA presi- devoted to believe that their mission dent, Hannah Leonard, was God. is to turn the school’s focus the speaker. Many students The senior toward God and to set an indicated that their hearts class has example as leaders. Campus were touched that night. initiated Ministries, headed by It helped to put us into a Adventist campus chaplain Timothy Christ-focused year. Youth meet- Raymond, is also working I believe the Holy Spirit ings on toward the same goal. is working at USA and that Sabbath The Student Association great things can be accom- afternoons. (SA) sponsored the school’s plished this year. Student Marcus Johnson puts his candle in place to help form the They are annual Y-Owasco campout. —Sarah Bailey, junior, Union Springs word “Jesus” at the annual Y-Owasco campout. taking a It was a great bonding and Academy at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 15 Personnel Change Church near Walla Walla University in Washington. He and his wife, Melissa, have two children. at It Is Written “It Is Written is already doing the work that God has hawn Boonstra, asked it to do, and I can’t wait to do my part in continu- Swho served since ing its mission,” said Bradshaw. “I believe the Lord has 2004 as speaker/direc- plans for this ministry that we can’t yet comprehend!” tor for the international It Is Written is a donor-supported ministry of the It Is Written ministry, Seventh-day Adventist Church. For more than 54 years, announced in early it has shared the Good News of Christ’s soon return December 2010 that he through avenues such as television, the Internet, live would be relinquish- evangelistic events, and spiritual resources. The minis- ing his duties because try is headquartered in Simi Valley, California, and the of health concerns. weekly program may be viewed around the world in 12 Boonstra says he does languages. Learn more at www.itiswritten.com. not have a “life-threat- —Adapted from information provided by Michele Stotz, It Is Written public ening disease,” but that relations director, and the It Is Written Web site. he was dealing with a Shawn Boonstra health challenge that has gotten to a point where he “must take a sabbatical to Pollard Assumes Presidency give my body time to rest.” of Oakwood University Before moving to the It Is Written international headquarters in 2004, Boonstra served as associate speaker for eslie N. Pollard, who served as Loma Linda the It Is Written telecast in Canada from 1998-2001, then LUniversity’s vice president for community partnerships as speaker from 2001-2004. He has written more than 15 and diversity, became books. He, and his wife Jean, have two daughters. the 13th president of The Boonstras have expressed their “profound thanks Oakwood University in for the many kind messages, thoughts and prayers” that Huntsville, Alabama, have been received. He says, “It means the world to us effective January 3. that you continue to pray for our family as I have made Pollard succeeds Delbert the difficult decision to relinquish my role as speaker/ W. Baker, who served as director and make time for much-needed rest to recover the college’s president from illness.” for more than 13 years and who, in June 2010, ohn Bradshaw is the was elected a general Jfourth speaker/direc- vice president of the tor named to the inter- General Conference. national It Is Written Pollard’s educa- ministry. He follows in tional background the footsteps of min- includes a Bachelor Leslie N. Pollard istry founder George of Arts degree from Oakwood University and a Master Vandeman, Mark Finley, of Divinity degree from the Seventh-day Adventist and Shawn Boonstra. Theological Seminary at Andrews University. He earned Bradshaw, a New a Doctor of Ministry degree in Preaching and Worship Zealand native, who from Claremont School of Theology, a Master of Business began his ministry at It Administration degree in Organizational Management Is Written on January 1, from the La Sierra University School of Business, and a has held more than 80 Doctor of Philosophy degree in New Testament Language evangelistic series. His John Bradshaw and Literature, with specialization in apocalyptic litera- previous experience includes serving for 12 years as an ture from Andrews University. evangelist for Amazing Facts, a supporting ministry of Pollard’s 32 years of leadership reflect local, national, the Adventist Church, and 15 years in pastoral ministry. and international service. He has served as senior pas- His most recent pastoral assignment was at the Village tor, a youth pastor, a university chaplain, a health-care

16 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site Some Things You Should Know

program administrator, and an educational administra- Wilson presidency was in creating a stronger presence tor at LLU. As a clergyman, Pollard has functioned as an for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in what is now the evangelist, professor, ministerial educator, and leader- former Soviet Union. In 1987, two years before the fall ship development facilitator for the General Conference of Communism, Wilson obtained permission to estab- family. He regularly conducts denominational and non- lish an Adventist seminary and church headquarters in denominational leadership and mission conferences all Zaoski, approximately 70 miles southeast of Moscow. In over the world. March of 1990, permission was granted to start a reli- Pollard is a prolific writer, speaker, and engaged scholar, gious publishing house there, as well. on the subjects of leadership, cultural competence, and Neal Clayton Wilson was born on July 5, 1920, in mission. He and his wife, Prudence, have two daughters, Lodi, California. In 1942, after earning a Bachelor of Arts who are both graduates of Oakwood University. degree at church-owned Pacific Union College, he mar- —Information provided by Michele Solomon, Oakwood University public ried Elinor Esther Neumann, who survives. The couple relations director. had two children, Ted N.C. Wilson and Shirley Wilson- Anderson, a professor of health at Walla Walla University in College Place, Washington, both of whom also survive, as do four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Neal C. Wilson, Retired A man of many interests, Neal Wilson particularly Adventist Church President, savored mountain climbing. One of his dreams for over Dies at 90 50 years became reality when he and several other church leaders reached the 19,341-foot summit of Tanzania’s eal C. Wilson, 90, a past president of the General Mount Kilimanjaro in 1988. At 68 years of age, he was NConference of Seventh-day Adventists, known widely noted as one of the oldest persons to have reached the top. for his administrative skill, jovial spirit, and phenomenal After retirement as General Conference president in memory of people he’d met, died December 14, 2010, 1990, Wilson remained a valued guest at church leadership in Dayton, Maryland. He was the son of a Seventh-day events, taking to a microphone on the floor to offer com- Adventist leader and the father of another, Ted N.C. ments and guidance based on his experiences.

Wilson, who is the current world president of the denom- —Adapted from article in the Adventist Review, December 16, 2010. ination, active in 203 countries. During 24 years in leadership of the church’s North ® American Division and later the worldwide Seventh-day Pacific Press Launches Adventist Church, Wilson led the denomination through Adventist-eBooks.com a period of dynamic growth. World church membership doubled from three million to six million in the eleven acific Press® has announced the launch of a new web and one-half years (1979-1990) of his presidency. Psite www.Adventist-eBooks.com. It was developed by As world church president, Wilson was responsible for the marketing department with the aim of making it easier the creation of the Adventist World Radio shortwave ser- for customers to find all Pacific Press® e-books in one vice, the adoption of a revised statement of the church’s place. Adventist-eBooks.com currently features 33 titles. “Fundamental Beliefs” Additional releases will be added continually and will ulti- by delegates to the mately include all best sellers and many backlisted books. denomination’s world Vice president for marketing and sales, Doug Church session in 1980, and observed, “From its earliest days, publishing has the relocation of the played a fundamental role in the life of the Seventh-day church’s world head- Adventist Church. Now, through Adventist-eBooks.com, quarters from Takoma ChapelMusic.com and AdventistBookCenter.com, it is Park, Maryland, where exciting to see how technology is helping us to adapt to it had been for 85 years, our changing world, finding new ways to fulfill our mis- to its current location sion to the world church, while at the same time reach- on a main highway in ing an increasingly tech-savvy population.” Silver Spring. Visit www.Adventist-eBooks.com to see the latest Perhaps the greatest e-books from Pacific Press® Publishing Association. evangelistic accom- —Adapted from information provided by Karen Pearson, Pacific Press Publishing Association publicity director Neal C. Wilson plishment of the Neal

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 17 Northeastern Conference Youth Ministries Department Sponsors Adolescent Awareness Weekend he Northeastern Experienced medical pro- TConference Youth fessionals conducted group Ministries Department sessions and panel discus- sponsored an Adolescent sions. Using audio and Awareness Weekend at the visual presentations, the Stamford Hilton Hotel in presenters highlighted the Stamford, Connecticut, importance of sexual and September 24-26, 2010. moral purity. The goal was to bring The youth who attended Northeastern Conference were from churches around youth together, to train the conference, includ- them about subjects per- ing Sharon, First White taining to their sexual and Plains, Bronx, Beulah, New spiritual development. The Hope, Bethanie French, The Adolescent Awareness Weekend, sponsored by the Northeastern Conference, culminated theme for the weekend was Christian Fellowship, with a Purity Ball banquet. “Protect God’s Property.” Ebenezer, East New York, Christian Fellowship church when young people, rang- Emmaus, Jamaica, Mount and chaperone for the week- ing in ages from 12 to 18, of Olives, Mount Zion, end, noted that, although gather together for a good Trinity Temple, and Solid many of the youth may time but also as an oppor- Rock. Also in attendance have heard the information tunity to take a stand and was a youth group from previously, these specific make a pledge for purity. the Huntington church seminars helped to reinforce The Purity Ball also gives in the Greater New York for them the importance of parents and guardians an Conference. keeping their bodies pure opportunity to join with Many of the parents, for God and for their future. their children to do all they sponsors, and chaperones The weekend culminated can to inform, encourage, indicated that they felt it with a banquet, now bet- and support them as they was a necessary and vital ter known as the Purity continue to mature and Dwayne Esmond, vice president for the workshop for their young Ball. For the past three grow in Christ. Review and Herald Publishing Association Editorial Division, was the guest speaker for people to attend. Naomi years, the Purity Ball has —Sheena Lyn, member, Queensboro the Adolescent Awareness Weekend. Cooke, a member of the served not only as a time church

Hebron Church Welcomes New Pastor embers packed the Hebron over the hour-long ceremony to to share the good news and win MSeventh-day Adventist install Jean-Philippe as the new souls for the kingdom. The elders Church in Brooklyn, New York, to leader of Hebron. of Hebron later joined the new celebrate the installation of their Guests from the Haitian com- pastor on the pulpit for a prayer of new pastor, Yrvain Jean-Philippe. munity, including the members of consecration. News Excitement filled the air on Temple Salem church, watched as Jean-Philippe’s inaugural ser- Sabbath, August 7, 2010, mon entitled, “Hebron, as Jean-Philippe and his The members and elders of the church au nom de Jesus nous wife, Marlaine, formerly made a public vow to work together with traverserons” (“In the of the Temple Salem Name of Jesus, Hebron tern Jean-Philippe to share the good news

s Seventh-day Adventist Will Cross”), served as a Church in Dorchester, and win souls for the kingdom. reminder that we must Massachusetts, were work together for the introduced to the congregation he accepted the charge given to kingdom of God. Division does early Sabbath afternoon. him to lead the church in prepara- not exist in God’s work. If we are Northeastern Conference repre- tion for the second coming of Jesus united, we will cross the Jordan sentatives, Trevor Baker, president, Christ. The members and elders of River as the Israelites did. orthea and Pierre Omeler, Franco-Haitian the church made a public vow to —Kristia M. Beaubrun, communication Ministries coordinator, presided work together with Jean-Philippe director, Hebron church N

18 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site Pilgrim Tabernacle Church Recognizes Community Leaders N orthea he Sabbath School Community Affairs Jean Tdepartment of the Blenman Ives. These indi- Pilgrim Tabernacle Seventh- viduals were presented with day Adventist Church in plaques that expressed the Hempstead, New York, cel- church’s appreciation for ebrated Community Guest their contributions.

Day on Sabbath, September Stephen Williams, com- s 25, 2010. Individuals from munication director for the tern the community were rec- Northeastern Conference, ognized for their contribu- was the speaker. His ser- tions to the community mon was entitled “When

and for assisting the church Jesus Comes,” and his in becoming visible in the focal Scripture was John News Samuel Livingstone, second from right, Pilgrim Tabernacle church’s first elder, was honored community. The honorees 14:14. He reminded the for his more than 30 years of service. Standing with him, from left to right, are Edward included Mayor Wayne congregation that although Sarjeant, personal ministries leader; Mary Cameron, chaplain; and Jackie Livingstone, com- Hall, Councilwoman Jesus knew He was going munication leader. Dorothy L. Goosby, Police to be crucified and would preaching the gospel to His the participants foolproof Sergeant Mark Matthews, leave the responsibility of disciples, He encouraged steps on how to grow the and Special Assistant for building the church and them to “let not your heart church through participa- be troubled.” tion in the community The celebration contin- by building long-lasting ued in the afternoon with relationships with the mov- a presentation by Mary ers and shakers and other Cameron, executive direc- members of the community. tor of Uniondale Early Certificates were presented Childhood Centre (UECC). to all participants and a spe- The title of her presenta- cial presentation was made tion was “Taking Back to Samuel Livingstone, Your Community – Vision Pilgrim Tabernacle church’s Casting” and was done in first elder, for his more than collaboration with Oswald 30 years of service to UECC Euell, director of the and the communities of Northeastern Conference Uniondale and Hempstead. Edward Sarjeant, Pilgrim Tabernacle church personal ministries leader, and Jean Blenman Personal Ministries Ives, special assistant for community affairs, who was honored at the church’s Community —Jackie Livingstone, communication Guest Day. Department. Cameron gave leader, Pilgrim Tabernacle church

Emmanuel Temple Church Member Celebrates 100 Years

amily, friends, and members of the Emmanuel Temple Seventh-day FAdventist Church in Buffalo, New York, joined in the centennial celebration of Ruth Ward on Sabbath, September 4, 2010. The celebration included a floral presentation by Kenneth L. Green, Sr., the church’s pastor, dinner, and a vesper service presented by Jesse Bevel, family ministries director for the Northeastern Conference. Ward was born on September, 2, 1910, in Jacksonville, Florida. She became a member of Emmanuel Temple church in 1958. She is a The Emmanuel Temple church members and their pastor, retired literature evangelist who has led many individuals to Christ. Kenneth Green, Sr., right, celebrated longtime member Ruth Ward has seen and experienced much in her lifetime, but her love for Ward's 100th birthday. God keeps her strong. When asked what is the reason for her longevity she said, “having faith and trusting in God.” Church members extended well wishes to Ward and pray that God will continue to keep her. —Shontelle Lee, member, Emmanuel Temple church

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 19 Prayer Chapel Built at Camp Lawroweld rayer has always been was raised to complete to the chapel reads as follows: of God, and will go forth Pan important part of the building. Alex and his Our power and influence proclaiming the truth for the atmosphere at Camp brother, Jared, cleared the here on earth begin and end this time”—The Southern Lawroweld in Weld, Maine. spot and took the trees to with the amount of prayer we Work, p. 66. The serenity of the setting his mill where, over the cover our journeys with, thus In God’s forgiveness and lends itself to prayerful winter months, he peeled we have named this chapel . . . grace and with His power, moments with our Creator. the bark and made the trees The Alpha and Omega every day is a new begin- Now, more than ever, we into beams to be used in the Prayer Chapel ning. Every day we have the will be able to enjoy a spot post-and-beam-style con- Dedicated to the Youth opportunity to begin anew, that has been set aside as struction. Many of the fin- of Camp Lawroweld and grow in our relationship “holy ground”—a place to ishing touches in the interior the Northern New England with God, and impact the go deeper in our rela- Conference. world around us for Him tionship with Jesus In loving and His coming Kingdom. through prayer. memory of As we remember Nathan Several years Nathan Stoll and Jayde, we realize that ago the Lord laid a (1988-2010) and any day could be the last dream on our hearts Jayde Cochran earthly day for any one to build a place of Alex and Jared Cochran volunteered of us, our family prayer on the camp- their time to build the prayer chapel. members, friends, or ground at Camp neighbors. Each day Lawroweld. When is an opportunity to God gives a plan, make sure that we He also provides the do not let anyone resources! And, that reach the end with- The prayer chapel on the campground He did! As Harry of Camp Lawroweld in Weld, Maine, is out knowing “The Sabnani, Northern the end result of a dream realized. Beginning.” New England Looking across the Conference youth ministries are handmade campground to the director, and I shared the from the trees new prayer chapel dream at the 2009 Spring that once stood you will see three Prayer Retreat, the Lord was on that spot. crosses. Although News already moving on the heart Alex’s wife, not part of the con- d of Alex Cochran, who later Karena, also helped in many (1993-2001) and all our chil- struction plan, it was clearly that weekend volunteered to ways with the project. She dren who are asleep in Christ. part of God’s plan to be a

an build the chapel. Alex is a wrote the words for the dedi- “Verily I say unto you, constant reminder of His very talented carpenter who cation plaque. Karena spent except ye be converted, and love and gift to us. Be sure

gl has a passion to share his many hours in prayer, asking become as little children, ye to visit the prayer chapel talents to the glory of God. God to give her just the right shall not enter into the king- on every trip to Camp n It was clear that God words that would create a dom of heaven”—Matthew Lawroweld. You will be E was moving this project snapshot of the heart of God 8:13. truly blessed.

forward when, in less than in this project. The plaque “The very children will —Kelly Veillieux, prayer ministries leader,

w two months, all the money that stands near the entrance be moved upon by the Spirit Northern New England Conference e Kellogg Christian School Reopens

N he Kellogg Christian some Manchester Seventh- TSchool, located in day Church attendees, the Bedford, New Hampshire, school received large finan- officially reopened its doors cial donations that were to the local community used to completely refurbish with a ribbon-cutting cer- the school, inside and out. emony on August 14, 2010. With a new operating bud- The Seventh-day Adventist get in place, we were excited school closed five years ago to open for 2010-2011 orthern following a series of disap- school year.

N pointing financial problems. The Kellogg Christian Kellogg Christian School reopened in August 2010 as a result of the generosity of the mem- Thanks to the generosity of School offers a Christian bers and friends of the church.

20 Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site education for students from Shaina McMahon. Please join the Seventh- N

pre-school to eighth grade. Following the ribbon- day Adventist churches in orthern The school’s principal is cutting ceremony, the southern New Hampshire as Richard Roy. Other teachers Manchester congregation we pray for the Lord’s bless- include Janelle Thomas and was entertained at a musical ings and guidance for the concert. Performers include Kellogg Christian School. From left, Carl Behrmann, Manchester Charles Haugabrooks, church pastor; Richard Roy, Kellogg school —Robert McMurray, communication principal; Janelle Thomas and Shaina Anthony Ashby, and pia- correspondent, Manchester church McMahon, teachers. nist Michael Andrews.

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Members Celebrate Bordoville Church’s 146 Years w eeping with an annual tradition, the 146th Homecoming for the Bordoville Seventh-day Adventist Church in Bordoville, Vermot, K E was held on Sabbath, September 18, 2010. The anniversary celebration events for this historic church in the Northern New England Conference n

were coordinated by Ginnie and Erwin Eckson and Esther Knutsen, gl with the support of Vermont and Canadian church friends. More than

100 people attended. “There’s just something special here where our an church has history. I look forward to this day all year,” says Emilie Bouthillette, who has been going to Bordoville since she was a little girl. Nikolaus Satelmajer and his wife, Ruth, spoke at both the church d

More than 100 people attended the 146th anniversary

service and the afternoon meeting. Because of the witness of Bible News worker Brian Schimp, many friends from the community attended. celebration for the Bordoville Seventh-day Adventist Church, the first church built as a Seventh-day Adventist God is richly blessing. Church in 1864. —Emilie Bouthillette, member, St. Albans company

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MusicMarchClinic 31 - April2011 2, 2011 ArtFebruary Clinic 3-5, 2011 2011 He Loved Leaders for a Me With New the

orld CliniciansCrossGuest Speaker W Program Band Trevor Schlisner Giovanni Santos Friday, February 4 Principal, Riverview Memorial School Art Gallery Choir Vespers - 6:30pm Jonathan Wall Hosted by Pine Tree Academy Open During Youth Choir Sabbath, February 5 Doris Krueger Freeport, Maine Sabbath Sabbath School - 9:50am Church Service - 11:15am Strings Final Piano application deadline Visual Presentation - 2:15pm Jennifer Penner February 1, 2011 Worship - 3:00pm Piano Final application deadline for all others March 1, 2011 Kristjon Imperio Hosted by~ Central Vermont Academy, Barre, Vermont Application deadline ~ January 11, 2011 For applications or additional information, please contact the NNEC Education Department at 207-797-3760, ext. 13 For applications or further information, please contact the or visit us at www.nnec.org NNEC Education Department at 207-797-3760, ext. 13 or visit us at www.nnec.org

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 21 Athol Welcomes New Member Youth Ministries arren Ruf, former Athol in despair. I had been praying for so long Corner WSeventh-day Adventist Church for God to set me free. ‘Why do you not pastor, had the privilege of baptizing answer,’ I cried? he Southern New England TConference Youth Ministries Darla Breault on August 21, 2010, “ ‘Though your sins be as scarlet, they Department has chosen eight just before he left the Athol district in shall be as white as snow; though they be areas of emphasis as we work Athol, Massachusetts. Breault wrote red like crimson, they shall be as wool.’ together with our church youth the following testimony. It was read (Isaiah 1:18) ‘A new heart also will I give departments to prepare young during her baptism. you, and a new spirit will I put within people to be disciples. “I felt the spirit of God as a young you.’ (Ezekiel 36:26) Youth Are Workers, child. Through the years I have weaved in “As I read these beautiful words, I Not Spectators and out of religion. I have been studying physically felt the precious hand of God We need to involve them so the Bible for about three years now, and I reach in and touch my heart! It blew my they are ready to deploy to vari- have prayed hard for God’s guidance. mind! My tears of anguish turned to tears ous outreach ministries. “God really touched my heart recently of indescribable joy and thanksgiving. Pass on the Legacy as I was reading Steps to Christ. I was at “The Spirit of the Lord came on me and Mentor someone who can replace a very desperate place and needed God’s again invited me to be baptized in Christ. you as a leader; give him or her a Word. I was reading a chapter on consecra- My heartfelt desire is to leave my sinful taste of what it is like to lead so they are ready when their time comes. tion. How do I make the surrender of myself self at the foot of the cross each day in to God? I had the desire, but was weak. remembrance of this gracious gift, given Young Adult Churches “I read on to the section on faith and by my sweet Lord and Savior, Jesus. Let this special age group of people create a federation of believers. acceptance, where it talked about my “I thank the Lord for bringing me to longing to be forgiven, Hazel [at the Community Service Center] Public Campus Ministries and cleansed, and set who has gently and patiently sowed her Let’s establish vibrant public campus ministries to encourage free. Well, I sure did seeds for the Lord. the Seventh-day Adventist stu- want that. I cried “I want to thank the church for the dents on these campuses. out warm and friendly welcome I Spiritual Growth Measurements received, and the continued As each activity takes place, warm and spiritually-uplift-

News we can measure our growth by ing fellowship.

how many attended, what activi- “Most of all, I want to d ties were accomplished, and how thank God for His continuous many youth were involved in the nudges and for the precious an organization process. blessing of His Son, Jesus. Mission Trip to Dominican Praise be to God. Amen.” gl Republic —Violet Bidwell, church clerk, n Warren Ruf, former Athol Seventh-day Adventist Church pastor, baptized This yearly mission trip impacts Athol church youth and adults as they travel Darla Breault on August 21, 2010, just before he left the Athol district in Athol, E Massachusetts.

together to complete projects for various organizations. w Impact Projects e We’d love to see more involve-

N ment with these projects and we Southern New England Conference Church Officer’s Training

Revive Us Again encourage each federation to lead out in a project in their area. aClerk’s Training aElders aSabbath School - Adult a a a Youth Evangelism Children’s Ministries Health Ministries Women’s Ministries aDeaconesses/Deacons aPersonal Ministries We would like to create some- Please note: Haitian, January 23, 2011 January 30, 2011 thing that makes youth evan- Hispanic, and Youth English- and Portuguese-speaking sessions English only sessions gelism easy to duplicate for any Ministries training church or school youth group. AUC Machlan Auditorium CT Valley Church (So. Windsor) will be held at a 338 Main Street; South Lancaster, MA 01561 354 Foster Road; So. Windsor, CT 06074 different time. —Josué Feliciano, youth director, Southern outhern New England Conference Pick Your Date anD register online: www.sneconline.org 10 a.m. to 4 P.m. S Register by Jan. 7 and receive a free lunch. For more information, call (978) 365-4551

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SNEC Welcomes New Treasurer outhern oel Tompkins, Jr., who Washington Conference, work together to prepare the Jserved as treasurer of the Michigan Conference, world for the second coming Egypt Field, accepted the and Kansas-Nebraska of Jesus.” call to be the new Southern Conference. He started his The Southern New New England Conference accounting career work- England Conference, treasurer, effective March 1. ing for Adventist Health located in South Lancaster,

He replaces Randall Terry, Systems in Nebraska and Massachusetts, has nearly who became the treasurer Colorado. 16,000 members wor- N for the Upper Columbia “As treasurer, it is my shipping in 129 churches e Conference in November job to look ahead,” says or small groups in w 2010. Thompkins and his Tompkins. “It is also my job Connecticut, Massachusetts, wife, Kellie, have two adult to present financial infor- and Rhode Island. We E sons, Daniel and Andrew. mation in such a way that worship in nine languag-

Joe and Kellie Tompkins, Jr., will start n The Tompkins have min- everyone can understand es—Cambodian, Cape their ministry in the Southern New England istered in the Egypt Field it. This allows church lead- Verdean, Chinese, English, Conference on March 1. gl for the past four years. Prior ers and lay people to make French, Korean, Portuguese, —Frank Tochterman, president, to that, they worked in the informed choices as we all Spanish, and Twi. Southern New England Conference an

Pastor Helps Reignite Couples d at Quinebaug Church News such as lack of communication, stress, overwork, unresolved conflicts, anger, power conflicts, unmet emotional needs, and many others. He shared numerous secrets on how to overcome these problems, such as praising each other daily, working together, saying “I am sorry” and “I forgive John K. Amoah you,” and supporting each ohn K. Amoah, pastor of other during difficult times. Jthe Quinebaug Seventh- Bible texts were given to The Merrimack Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church in Dracut, Massachusetts, had an amazing Vacation Bible School program in 2010, with day Adventist Church in support each principle pre- their largest attendance so far—72. It was amazing to see how much fun the Quinebaug, Connecticut, sented, showing what God kids and volunteers (including 15 teen crew leaders) had. The teens are so presented a marriage has to say on the subject. excited to help and look forward to VBS all year. We utilized the High Seas Vacation Bible School theme and held our program on July 26 to 30, 2010. seminar to Connecticut The last presentation on —Veronica Iria, VBS director, Merrimack Valley church and Massachusetts com- Saturday night was an emo- munity members on tional film called Fireproof October 14-16, 2010. His showing how real Christian topics included “How to love was used to save a Reignite the Passion,” “How troubled marriage. to Reignite the Intimacy,” Amoah is a gifted, but How to Reignite the Love,” humble, minister with a pas- and finally, “How to sion for preserving, restoring, Reignite and Fireproof One’s and enriching relationships Submit articles/photos to: 34 Sawyer Street - P.O. Box 1169 Relationship.” with a biblical approach. Frank Tochterman South Lancaster, MA 01561 Amoah covered problems —Kenneth A. Maynard. communication Communication Director Phone: (978) 365-4551 many marriages encounter, director, Quinebaug church E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (978) 365-3838

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Le programme de Michelle Obama contre l’obésité infantile reçoit le soutien de la communauté et des croyants e 29 novembre, l’église • mettre en place 1,000 nouveaux dans la troisième épître de Jean au adventiste du septième jour sites d’alimentation d’été au chapitre 2 qui indique que Dieu sou- La rejoint une cinquantaine niveau national haite que nous soyons en bonne santé d’associations religieuses et commun- Plusieurs dirigeants de groupes physique et spirituelle” a dit Wilson. autaires pour soutenir un plan natio- religieux notables ont exprimé leur Katia Reinert, directrice des minis- nal de lutte contre l’épidémie d’obésité soutien envers ces objectifs, notam- tères de la santé pour l’église en infantile lancé par la première dame ment Ted N. C. Wilson, président de Amérique du Nord, a expliqué que des Etats-Unis Michelle Obama. l’église adventiste mondiale, qui a dit les membres seront encouragés à : Le programme ‘Let’s Move: foi et que cette question “fait personnel- • marcher environ 1 million et demi communautés’ recherche l’engage- lement écho chez lui.”. En effet, Ted de kilomètres en participant à des ment d’associations pour promouvoir N.C. Wilson est titulaire d’une maî- programmes sportifs. Les minis- l’exercice, la plantation de jardins trise en santé publique de l’université tères de la santé auront pour objec- communautaires pour la culture adventiste de Loma Linda. tif de motiver 100 églises à mar- d’aliments frais et d’autres activités “Le programme ‘Let’s Move’ est cher 16,000 kilomètres par an avec qui favorisent une vie saine. cohérent avec l’approche de notre au moins 10 personnes par église M. Obama a déclaré devant les lea- église qui est d’exercer un ministère qui marchent 4 kilomètres par jour ders religieux et communautaires ras- auprès d’autrui sur le plan physique, • impliquer les jeunes dans les églises semblés à la Maison Blanche qu’en- mental, social et spirituel” a dit et écoles à créer des jardins potagers viron un tiers des enfants américains Wilson. “Il a été démontré que les dans la communauté, avec l’objectif environ sont en surpoids ou obèses. adventistes du septième jour vivent d’un jardin par fédération locale “Il est clair que lorsqu’il s’agit de plus longtemps et que la raison invo- • encourager les jeunes à recevoir garantir la santé et le bien-être de nos quée à cela, c’est un mode de vie sain.” les Presidential Active Lifestyle enfants ou de s’attaquer à l’obésité “Les adventistes du septième jour Awards ; au moins une récom- infantile, nos associations communau- détiennent de vastes systèmes de pense par école adventiste en taires et religieuses ont un rôle vrai- santé et d’éducation dans le monde Amérique du Nord ment décisif à jouer” a dit M. Obama. entier dans lesquels nous promou- • mettre en place des programmes Elle a ajouté que cette nouvelle vons une meilleure santé au travers d’alimentation d’été par l’inter- phase de l’initiative Let’s Move pré- de modes de vie concrets et sains médiaire des écoles bibliques de cédemment lancée irait dans le sens comme: avoir une alimentation équi- vacances, des camps d’été et initia- de soutenir les programmes existants. librée, faire de l’exercice, boire suf- tives d’évangélisation au service de “Vous êtes nombreux à avoir commen- fisamment d’eau, profiter des bien- la communauté cé depuis bien longtemps le travail” faits du soleil de manière adéquate, “Plus que jamais je crois que le a fait remarquer M. Obama, faisant s’abstenir de l’alcool, du tabac et des moment est venu de proclamer le allusion aux ministères de la santé drogues illicites, respirer de l’air pur, message de guérison et de rétablis- dans les églises, aux clubs de sport se reposer suffisamment et avoir sement de Dieu” a dit Reinert. “C’est et à l’éducation dispensée dans “les confiance en la puissance divine.” une merveilleuse opportunité qui écoles du samedi et du dimanche.” “Dans nos écoles et écoles nous est donnée d’engager nos églises Ce nouveau programme comprend bibliques de vacances d’été, nous et écoles à avoir un impact positif quatre objectifs pour l’année prochaine: allons faire la promotion de repas pour le Christ dans notre commu- • que les membres de la communauté végétariens sains et équilibrés pour nauté à un niveau national.” et les croyants marchent au total les enfants et les jeunes, des pro- Pour obtenir de plus amples presque cinq millions de kilomètres grammes de marche pour les jeunes informations, des ressources et la • décrocher 500,000 Presidential et ’usage possible de produits pério- mallette du programme, consultez Active Lifestyle Awards ou créer diques des marchés locaux sur les www.letsmove.gov. des programmes sportifs propriétés d’église. Source: Adventist News Network • organiser 10,000 jardins commu- “L’église adventiste du septième English translation available at: news.adventist. nautaires ou marchés paysans au jour apportera sa contribution pour org/2010/11/obamas-anti-child-ob.html niveau national suivre la volonté de Dieu expliquée

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l 9 de Octubre del 2010 Dios creo el matrimonio formado 1. Recordemos que al hacer nuestro Diecinueve parejas de casados por un hombre y una mujer. Ambos matrimonio mejor y trabajar por la Enos dimos cita en el Holiday fueron creados a Su propia imagen, y felicidad de nuestro cónyuge, esta- Inn en Lawrence MA para renovar fue Su plan que ambos lo glorificaran mos trabajando para nuestra propia nuestros votos matrimoniales. Una y honran a Él como su creador a tra- felicidad. interesante variedad de edades y tiem- vés de su unión matrimonial. Fue una En el libro el Hogar Adventista, po de casados entre las parejas fue un relación monógama entre un hombre y Ellen G. White escribe, “Dios celebró aspecto muy notable de la actividad. una mujer y Dios pretendía mantener la el primer matrimonio. Por lo tanto la La ceremonia tuvo lugar al final de una base de la sociedad (matrimonio) basa- institución tiene como su fundador semana de enriquecimiento familiar da en este arreglo. al creador del universo. ‘El matrimo- organizada por la Iglesia Adventista Pero Satanás tenia otras intensiones y nio es honorable’; . . . fue una de las del Séptimo Día Hispana de Lawrence, desde el principio ha conspirado contra el dos instituciones que, después de la Massachusetts diseñada para fortalecer matrimonio. Através de Lamec, introdujo caída, Adán llevó consigo más allá la relación y el compromiso matrimo- la poligamia (Génesis 4: 19). Esta prácti- de las puertas del paraíso. Cuando nial de las parejas. ca fue directamente contra la estructura los principios divinos son recono- Me tocó ser el orador de la semana del matrimonio que Dios estableció. cidos y respetados en ésta relación, y presidir la renovación de votos con Poligamia sigue siendo un reto para la el matrimonio es una bendición; mi esposa María a mi lado. Las parejas institución del matrimonio que Dios es un salvaguarda de la pureza y la se comprometieron a amarse más y a creó, porque es una costumbre social en felicidad de la raza humana, prevé mantener sus relaciones matrimoniales algunas partes del mundo y entre algunas las necesidades sociales del hombre, vibrantes. culturas y grupos religiosos. eleva la naturaleza física, intelectual y moral” (pp.25, 26).

Al hacer nuestro matrimonio mejor y trabajar 2. Otras actitudes que tenemos que tomar en cuenta si queremos que por la felicidad de nuestro cónyuge, estamos nuestro matrimonio sea más fuerte, deben incluir pero no estar limita- trabajando para nuestra propia felicidad. das a: a. Compromiso firme: El vivir cum- pliendo este compromiso alienta A pesar de los ataques de Satanás Otra disposición contraria al plan a las parejas a procurar lo mejor contra el matrimonio y la familia como de Dios son las uniones de mismo el uno para el otro. institución, èsta, aun es la relación por sexo, en cualquier capacidad en que se b. Mostrar mutuo respeto. excelencia para que hombres y mujeres unan— sea a través de la unión civil, c. Ser responsable en todos los puedan experimentar la felicidad y la vida común o matrimonio. Hemos visto aspectos del matrimonio. familia continue siendo la base para claramente que cuando Dios creó el f. Estar dispuestos a sacrificar. una sociedad sólida y sana. matrimonio, lo hizo entre un hombre y e. Protegernos el uno al otro. El enemigo de la raza humana ha una mujer nada más; por lo tanto, cual- intentado destruir el matrimonio desde quier otra variación esta en contra del Practicar estas pequeñas cosas en todos los ángulos posibles: propósito de Dios. nuestro matrimonio, ayudará a des- 1. El enemigo ha atacado el matri- Ahora; vemos que las parejas partici- alentar la separación o el divorcio. Los monio enfocando su fundación y pan en actividades con la intención de matrimonios definitivamente serán más estructura. Tenemos el estableci- hacer que su relación de matrimonio fuertes y nos traerán sentimiento de miento del matrimonio y la familia sea más fuerte. La pregunta es, ¿Cómo felicidad mutua. desde el inicio de la existencia del lo hacen? ¿Cómo puede sobrevivir el Dionisio Olivo es el vice presidente de los ministerios mundo. La palabra de Dios dice que matrimonio? ¿Por qué deberíamos traba- hispanos y portugueses en la Unión del Atlántico y cuando Dios creó el mundo y todo jar para que nuestro matrimonio mejore? asociado director ministerial, y director del ministe- rio de familia y escuela sabática. lo que hay en el, también creó el Aquí están algunas sugerencias matrimonio (Génesis 1: 26-28). generales:

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The applicant should pos- applicant is required to possess an guage pathology. Opportunity will NURSE PRACTITIONER faculty member sess an earned doctorate with at least earned M.S.L.I.S. or equivalent by include teaching undergraduate to join our progressive, mission- 18 graduate credit hours in field of study. an A.L.A.; a minimum of 5-years courses, supervising clinical practi- focused, graduate team. Candidate A C.P.A. plus a business graduate degree of experience in libraries or related cums, advising students, and research. must hold current family or adult or M.B.A. A minimum of 2-years college field is required. Must have excellent Must have a CCC-SLP and an earned N.P. certification, and have current level teaching experience. The appli- knowledge of computer applications Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology; clinical experience. Successful candi- cant must fully support Atlantic Union for library. The applicant must fully Master’s degree with three years teach- date must be a Seventh-day Adventist College’s global Community Engagement support Atlantic Union College’s glob- ing and/or clinical experience will be Church member in good standing. Mission and the teaching of the Seventh- al Community Engagement Mission considered if candidate is interested Educational requirements include day Adventist Church. Submit cover and the teaching of the Seventh-day in pursuing a Ph.D. Interested candi- earned doctorate; M.S.N. may be letter, including a statement addressing Adventist Church. Submit cover letter, dates please apply at: www.andrews. considered. Immediate opening (win- the specific minimum and preferred including a statement addressing the edu/HR/emp_jobs_faculty.cgi. ter 2011). Send curriculum vitae or qualifications, CV, a description of teach- specific minimum and preferred qual- inquiries to Dr. Holly Gadd, Graduate ing history, copy of transcript, and three ifications, CV, a description of teach- ANDREWS UNIVERSITY is seeking a pro- Program Coordinator, hgadd@south- letters of references to: roberto.reyna@ ing history, copy of transcript, and fessor of Hebrew Bible. Job opportu- ern.edu. SAU School of Nursing, PO auc.edu; www.auc.edu. three letters of references to: roberto. nity includes teaching general educa- Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315. [email protected]; www.auc.edu. tion religion courses, teaching Hebrew ATLANTIC UNION COLLEGE SEEKS instruc- Bible and language courses and advis- SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks tor/assistant professor of history. The ATLANTIC UNION COLLEGE SEEKS instruc- ing students. Interested candidates professor for ’11-’12 school year to applicant should possess an earned tor/assistant professor of mathematics please apply at: www.andrews.edu/ teach creative writing and freshman master’s degree in history or American and physics. The applicant is required HR/emp_jobs_faculty.cgi. composition. A terminal degree in studies. A minimum of 2-years of college to possess an earned doctorate, with writing is preferred. Candidate must level teaching experience is required. at least 18 graduate credit hours in ANDREWS UNIVERSITY is searching for have a record of creative publication Applicant with online teaching experi- the field of study in mathematics two qualified individuals to join the and excellent teaching, demonstrate ence will be strongly considered. The or physics. A minimum of 2-years faculty in our Social Work department. commitment to integrating faith applicant must fully support Atlantic of college level teaching experience Candidates are required to have a doc- and learning, and be a Seventh-day Union College’s global Community is required. Applicant with online toral degree, an M.S.W. degree from a Adventist Church member in good Engagement Mission and the teaching teaching experience will be strongly C.S.W.E. accredited program, and at standing. Send CV and statement of of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. considered. The applicant must fully least two years of post-masters social how he/she integrates this subject Submit cover letter, including a statement support Atlantic Union College’s glob- work practice experience. Candidates with the Advent message. Send to Jan addressing the specific minimum and al Community Engagement Mission from diverse backgrounds are encour- Haluska, English Department Chair, preferred qualifications, CV, a descrip- and the teaching of the Seventh-day aged to apply at: www.andrews.edu/ PO Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315, tion of teaching history, copy of tran- Adventist Church. Submit cover letter, HR/emp_jobs_faculty.cgi. or [email protected]. script, and three letters of references to: including a statement addressing the [email protected]; www.auc.edu. specific minimum and preferred qual- LA SIERRA UNIVERSITY seeks to fill an SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY’S ifications, CV, a description of teach- assistant professor position in com- SCHOOL OF VISUAL ART AND DESIGN seeks ATLANTIC UNION COLLEGE SEEKS educa- ing history, copy of transcript, and munication, beginning July 1, 2011. professor to teach web and print design. tion counselor. The applicant must have three letters of references to: roberto. Areas: Mass Media/Advertising/Public Successful candidate will possess an an earned doctorate in counselor educa- [email protected]; www.auc.edu. Relations/Journalism and Methods of MFA and comprehensive understanding tion, counseling psychology, or related Research. The successful candidates of contemporary design culture in both field of study; a minimum of one year ATLANTIC UNION COLLEGE SEEKS NURSING will be able to 1) teach a variety of interactive and print media. Candidate working/teaching experience at the col- CLINICAL COORDINATOR (Two positions courses, 2) demonstrate a research must be a member in good and regular lege/university level. The applicant must available) Applicant should have at least record, 3) advise majors and minors; standing of the Seventh-day Adventist fully support Atlantic Union College’s a B.S. degree in nursing with a M.S. 4) supervise internships, and 5) serve Church. Send letter of application, cur- global Community Engagement Mission degree in nursing preferred. Must be a on committees. Qualifications: Ph.D. riculum vitae (including a statement of and the teaching of the Seventh-day registered nurse in the Commonwealth in communication or related disci- teaching philosophy), portfolio samples, Adventist Church. Submit cover letter, of Massachusetts. Five years of experi- pline. In lieu of a Ph.D., at least 10 and three references to Randy Craven, at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union Gleaner, January 2011 29 Southern Adventist University, PO Box leadership for the unique International fee; transportation/housekeeping 370, Collegedale, TN 37315. Rescue and Relief program, involving REAL ESTATE/HOUSING available; vegetarian cuisine; church/ emergency response, survival training, pool/shopping/activities; 3ABN/ SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks emergency management, and interna- Loma Linda/Hope TV. 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Huge who have finished only one year of law inventory of new and used trailers SOUTHWESTERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY school. Must be in top 25% of class. tiful Hudson Valley of New York. and motorhomes. Jayco, Newmar, seeks a full-time nurse educator. Master’s Duties include legal research and other Managed and maintained facilities and Hurricane. Courtesy airport degree required; doctoral degree pre- projects. Please send résumé and tran- include one bedroom apartments, pickup and on-site hookups. Call ferred. Must have some teaching experi- script to [email protected]. cottages, and mobile homes all adja- toll-free (888) 933-9300. Lee’s RV, ence and an unencumbered Texas nurs- cent to the Livingston Seventh-day Oklahoma City. www.leesrv.com ing license. Contact Dr. Ron Mitchell at NEEDED: Female personal care assistant Adventist Church. Ample space for or e-mail: Lee Litchfield at Lee@ (817) 202-6230 or [email protected]. for A.M. and P.M. care in exchange for walking and gardening. 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