Canadian Union MESSENGER

Volume XXXVII, No. 7 , ,!4 March 20, 1968 Offers Advantages of . . . Association With Those of Rich, Varied Background M. E. ERICKSON, Secretary, Department of Education, Canadian Union

One of the great advantages and privileges of a Seventh- emy principals; union and divisional educational secretaries; day Adventist is the opportunity to become acquainted with missionaries; pastors; evangelists; departmental secretaries; all parts of the world through travel, acquaintance with conference presidents and even college presidents. missionaries and other travellers, reports from other coun- Last year Andrews conferred 183 Master's degrees, of tries by means of our publications and Sabbath School which 127 were granted to candidates preparing to teach. mission reports, and by association with folk from other The majority of these are not teaching in Seventh-day parts of the world at our Colleges and Universities. Andrews Adventist schools. The University offers a programme for University has a greater percentage of students coming from the professional preparation of school administrators, super- abroad than any other university, with one exception, in visors of instruction, and school guidance counsellors. the . Sixty members of the faculty have foreign The entire world field looks to Andrews for denomina- background or experience. What a great advantage there is tional and secular leaders. A great many ministers and for students at Andrews to associate with these who come teachers as well as others now working in have from such rich and varied backgrounds. received a part of their training at this University. In the classes at Andrews University have been found On Sabbath, April 13, the offering in our churches is for students coming directly from college; elementary and sec- the advancement of the work at Andrews University. Please ondary teachers and principals from public schools as well as give liberally so this institution will be better prepared to denominational schools; superintendents of education; acad- give the instruction our leaders need.

Doorway to world mission training is the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary located at Andrews University. Missionaries from Andrews go out to all parts of the world.

How Dean Murdoch Feels About . . . Andrews University W. G. C. MURDOCH, Dean, Theological Seminary, Andrews University Its Rich Endowment not alone with what he knows. For acute. A careful analysis of the present The motto of the Seminary is "From thirty-four years the Seventh-day Ad- demand reveals that at least 200 new all the world into all the world." This ventist Theological Seminary has been ministers will be needed this year in motto well describes the student body striving to impart such an education. North America alone. in 1968. A recent check indicates that There is an ever-increasing number of our ministers and ministerial students An Encouraging Feature students have come to the Seminary We have a great army of young from the ends of the earth. Twenty-four from our colleges taking advantage of the full theological Bachelor of Divinity people in our churches who are anxious countries outside the United States are to give their lives to God's service, but represented in the student group span- course. Last year sixty-five obtained this degree—the largest number ever to there is a great shortage of funds to ning the northern lands of Scandinavia develop educational facilities for ade- to the southern tip of Australia. The attain this distinction in one year. Many others completed shorter courses and quately training these young people for Seventh-day Adventist Church has a the positions that need to be filled. world mission. In the providence of have also entered the work. The needs, God the Seminary was established to however, are great and qualified la- Our Opportunity prepare workers to fulfil this mission. bourers are so few. To invest in the lives of potential It is our task to announce the good The Availability Gap ministers and missionaries brings large news of Christ's offer of salvation to dividends. Andrews University is not all the world. No generation has ever What is the availability gap? Last richly endowed like many of the great been entrusted with such an important year our overseas Divisions placed schools of the world, but it is supported calls with the General Conference for and able message. by the prayers and gifts of our loyal 217 different workers to various mis- church members. They are no small Men to Match the Message sionary positions. Although a number source of help. They are our rich en- While it is true that the Lord uses of the General Conference staff spent dowment! Many are not able to go to all who are fully consecrated to His days and months searching for mission the far ends of the earth as missionaries service, yet those who have disciplined recruits, only 143 appointments were nor to proclaim the message widely their minds by diligent and sustained made for these 217 positions. The here at home, but all have an oppor- study become much sharper tools in unavailability of persons with the prop- tunity on Sabbath, April 13, to invest His hands. We recognize that factual er training and experience left a gap in the training of young missionaries information by itself is not enough. of 74 positions unfilled. and ministers to sound the message There must be a corresponding devel- A similar situation prevails in North around the world and to finish the opment of a noble Christian character. America. Since many veteran ministers work which has been committed to us. True education is concerned with the are retiring and the work is rapidly ex- Remember April 13, and please give kind of a person the individual is and panding, the need for new recruits is generously.

Trained to serve — the Seminary men do just that, serving Internships Pioneered by an Andrews Seminary student, Clarence Goertzen, a new as weekly pastors of the local churches in Michigan and Illinois. church has been organized in Ceylon.

Official Organ of the CANADIAN UNION CONFERENCE of Seventh-day Adventists, Carl Klam, Editor; Pearl I. Browning, Associate Editor. President, J. W. Bothe; Secretary-treasurer, Carl Klam. Canadian L'iliou Departmental Secretaries: Publishing, 0. A. Botimer; Sabbath School and Lay Activities, W. E. Kuester; Missionary Volunteer, Educational and Temperance, M. E. Erickson; Public Affairs, D. L. Michael; Medical, E. A. Crawford, M.D. Issued biweekly. Subscription price $2.00 a year. Authorized as second MESSENGER class mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa, and for payment of postage in cash. Printed by Maracle Press Limited, Oshawa, Ont.

110 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER spiritual, educational, and social. Cana- dian memories are pleasant ones, and workers here wish to make students Zefte4 from Canada feel at home as they con- tinue working toward professional goals. These students desire to return to Canada, and we who are workers want to encourage them not to lose sight of this goal for we remain very much interested in the growth and progress of the work throughout the Canadian Union. One member had copies of a school paper, and several copies of the MESSENGER, which were shared. Do you have a question or observation regarding Christian Education? All letters giving both name and address will be answered either by mail or in this column as Canadian Union College, Kingsway space permits, although names will not be published. This is not a "sound-off" column College, Branson School of but one where earnest questions will be given serious answers. Address all correspon- Nursing are all represented here by dence to: Educator, 1148 King St. E. , Oshawa, Ontario alumni. Rest Haven Sanitarium is in- directly represented for the parents of Dear Educator, putting the sock on, you will remember one student live and work in Sidney. why you tied the knot. "Please teacher, I forgot my lunch." Remember the Canadians and form- Or if you are eating in a restaurant "I forgot my books at home." "I for- er Canadian workers in Lincoln, Ne- and are afraid of leaving your hat, fold got to bring my report card back to braska, in your prayers. We shall con- a bill sideways over the others in your school." "I forgot what the assignment tinue to remember the work in Canada wallet. When paying your check the was for today." "I forgot . . . I forgot and also the parents and relatives of folded bill will remind you of your hat. . . ." It seems as if that is all I hear the students who are in this vicinity. As you park your car in the school every day. Why do students forget so Officers elected to foster interest in much? Can't they remember anything? parking lot in the morning and notice Canada and promote association What can I do to help them? I hate to that the gas tank is empty, you know among the Canadians and former Ca- tie a string on their fingers but some- you must remember to buy some gas nadian workers are: President — Dr. times I'm tempted to do that very thing. before going home. How can you be Forgetful Me sure to remember? Put your car keys Percy Paul; Secretary — Karen Down- in your inside coat pocket or some ing; Pastor — R. C. Gibson. Dear Forgetful, place where you never put them. After MARILYN BROWN, Instructor Take heart. Everyone forgets at spending five minutes searching for the Secretarial some time or other — even you keys, you will remember why you put Union College, Lincoln, Nebraska and I. Psychiatrists have proven by them in such a stupid place. means of tests that the memory func- Teach those forgetful students to Did You Like tions best when you are relaxed. If you use this principle. In addition to help- The Above Item? want your students to remember some- ing them to remember, it will become thing, tell them about it when tension an interesting game. We are sure you did as we did is the lowest. A study at McGill Uni- Let me know some of the ineenicus also. Now let us hear from more versity showed that the memory does methods that work for you and for your not deteriorate as a person gets older of you!! CANADIANS AWAY students. Maybe they'll work for me, FROM HOME AND FORMER — at least not until 90 or more. Re- too. Educator search has also shown that lack of CANADIAN WORKERS let's memory does not mean a person is have a "Canadian Corner" in the below average in intelligence. The Canadian Memories MESSENGER once a month! Share absent-minded professor is a good Are Pleasant Ones! your accomplishments and your example of this. aspirations with all of us. Saturday evening, February 25, Tying a string on a finger may seem A recent back-to-Canada stu- foolish but let me give you a little trick nearly fifty Canadians and former that is just as simple but one which workers in Canada met in the College dent is Gordon Dinning, a grad- works. Do something ingenious that View Seventh-day Adventist Church uate of Kingsway College and of will make you think of what you annex, Lincoln, Nebraska, to enjoy an La Sierra College. Gordon is now wanted to remember. hour and a half of fellowship. Worship teaching mathematics in a large For example: suppose you must re- was conducted by Richard Gibson and High School in Peterborough, member to take a certain book to Dick Kaiser. These men had prepared Ontario. school in the morning and you are scenic coloured nature slides and had Canada Is Interested in You! afraid you will forget. Before going to taped and narration to accom- bed, tie a knot in one of the socks you pany the pictures. Canada Welcomes You! are going to wear the next day. When The objectives of this group are P.B. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 111 LITERATURE EVANGELISM Z-his is the Vera Work the Lord Would Have His People Do at This Time." 6T. 313

Zetetarcere Eciaileteat Exfteitiefeced I called at the home of a United This past week was surely a re- Church minister, a young man and his markable one for me. Twice I changed wife who have just recently taken up my plans and worked in different areas their work here in Hay River, N.W.T. to those originally planned. It seemed They were very much impressed with I was led to the right places and homes The Story set but because of at the most opportune times. For two financial consideration were unable to days I worked mostly on referrals. purchase a set at this time. However, The results amazed me. More than they are definitely planning to do so half my sales were from referrals! I at a later date. seemed to be bubbling with enthusi- The Pentecostal Church has a well- R. Comm asm as a result of earlier successes and established work here and they operate ing and had just come home to sleep. God blessed me with the best deliv- a hospital with two doctors on the He asked me to call the next morning, eries since I commenced work in this staff, and they also have a Sunday which I did. She was an elderly lady important literature ministry. If we School and mission among the natives who seemed very distressed and dis- are willing to be led, God can use us which is bringing at least some know- couraged because her husband was an in a marvellous way. ledge of the plan of salvation to these alcoholic. She had picked up the card JUSTIN DRIEBERG forgotten people. Surely it is time that in Winnipeg which told about the Bible Ontario- Conference Story, and had nearly forgotten about we, members of the Seventh-day Ad- This has been a very interesting week. ventist Church, who have the message sending it in. She told me she had con- I met a woman who wanted to see the for this hour, should "lengthen our sidered suicide but because she taught large Bible Readings so she brought me cords and strengthen our stakes," that an eager group of children at Sunday home and after seeing it she bought it. this part of God's vineyard may also school, she felt comforted and that A former customer phoned and ordered hear the good news of a soon-coming there was a small purpose in life. She Life and Health for her two daughters. Saviour. bought the Bible Story and later after The man from whom I got my hearing I have spent a quiet Sabbath today we had prayed, she asked to be remem- aid gave me an order for Life and "alone with God" and was made to bered in prayer. God is surely speaking I had other orders for delivery, realize more fully that I need Jesus to her. May she find the way as she Health. too. I also put five white in constantly in my heart and life and reads not only the Bible Story but the "without Him I can do nothing." And Desire of Ages and the Triumph of homes and enlisted their children for how much the Sabbath School and God's Love which were included in the our Branch Sunday School in this dis- the privilege of fellowshipping with sale. trict. one another really means to us as "Many who are hungry for the bread (MRS.) M. CHRISTOPHERSON God's children, and how much more of life have not the privilege of hearing Conference we should be praying one for another. the word of God's delegated preachers. LEVI BADER For this reason it is essential that our Conference publications be widely circulated. Thus the message will go where the living "The presentation of the truth, in Lynn Lake is a Manitoba town with preacher cannot go, and the attention a concentrated population of over two of many will be called to the important love and simplicity, from house to thousand. It is inaccessible by road, events connected with the closing house, is in harmony with the instruc- and train connections are very poor. A scenes of the world's ". Col- tion that Christ gave His disciples when plane affords the most practical entry porteur Ministry, p. 8. The above story He sent them out on their fist mis- to this mining area. clearly proves the value of the Litera- sionary journey." — Christian Service, After flying to Lynn Lake to follow ture Ministry to byway hearers and the up a lead card, I tried to call on the fulfilment of this inspired statement. page 114. home of Mrs. Schroeder. Her husband R. Comm informed me that she had been work- Manitoba-Saskatchewan Conference 112 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Loma Linda University Missionary Bible Scholar Who Enrolls in the Faith for To Offer Orientation Course Wins Research Prize Today Bible Courses? For Overseas Living A record of the religious affiliations Persons planning to live or work of enrollees in Faith for Today's Bible outside the United States are invited to Courses was kept by Mrs. Rudolph enrol in an intensive six-week Mission Knauft, superintendent of the telecast Orientation Programme which will be Interest Department from October offered by Loma Linda University through the first week in December, School of Public Health on April 1 to 1967. May 10. Religious affiliations of those en- The course, the thirteenth of its rolled were tabulated. Not surpris- kind offered by Loma Linda Univer- ingly, the largest single grouping of sity, will emphasize tropical health and enrollees were Seventh-day Adventists. includes short courses in linguistics, Lawrence A. Eldridge (LLU '60, Baptists were close behind. cultural anthropology, and mental AU SEM '63) was recently awarded Here is the tabulation: health. $250.00 by the Christian Research Additional separate programmes are Foundation of Cambridge, Massachus- Seventh-day Adven- United — 10 setts, in recognition of his groundbreak- tists — 263 Episcopal — 10 planned for medical personnel and Baptists — 258 Salvation Army — 9 those without medical background. The ing work on the quotations from the None listed — 258 Nazarene — 8 mission programme is organized and Greek text of the four gospels found Methodist — 101 Jewish — 8 in the writings of Epiphanius, cham- Protestant — 47 Brethren — 8 offered by the School of Public Health Catholic — 41 Evangelical — 6 in co-operation with the department of pion of Nicaean orthodoxy, who served Lutheran — 36 Anglican — 4 sociology and anthropology, the Divi- from 367 to 403 as the Bishop of Pentecostal — 34 Reform — 3 Church or Assembly Disciples — 3 sion of Religion, and the department Salamis on the island of Cyprus. of God — 32 Orthodox — 2 of psychiatry. The Foundation, whose headquar- Presbyterian — 27 Amish — 2 Registration and programme fees for ters are in Cambridge, Massachussetts, Christian — 19 Community — 2 awards two prizes each year for schol- Inter-denom. — 18 Mormon — 2 the six-week course are $125 which is Holiness — 17 Glad Tidings — 1 payable at the time of registration. arly work of relevance to . Church of Christ Muslem — 1 Eldridge, Associate Professor of — 17 Jehovah Witness-1 Room and board are available in Loma Congregational-11 Mennonite — 1 Linda at reasonable rates. Applications New Testament at the Philippine Union or further information may be obtained College School of Theology in Manila, Bible courses obviously appeal to by writing to Director, Mission Orien- completed his Th.D. in New Testament folk of many different faiths. Be sure tation Programme, School of Public at Princeton Theological Seminary. His to invite your friends and neighbours Health, Loma Linda University, Loma adviser, Bruce Metzger, editor of the to enrol! Linda, Calif. 92354. Oxford Annotated New Testament and GORDON F. DALRYMPLE Apocrypha (which recently received Editor, Publications the Imprimatur from Cardinal Cush- Faith for Today ing) submitted the 800 page disserta- Information Wanted tion that Eldridge wrote under his direction. All former pupils and close friends Eldridge continues his scholarly of the late Miss Florence Kidder are work in addition to his teaching duties requested to send information regard- in the M.A. (History and Philosophy THE VOICE OF ing their careers, locations, and years of Religion) programme at Philippine with Miss Kidder to T. E. Miller, Union College. On the basis of his text PROPHECY 11145 Gloria Ave., Granada Hills, critical work he has been appointed to Calif., 91344. All human interest in- JOTS the panel of Scholars working on the cidents involving Miss Kidder will be International New Testament Project. AND appreciated. The information you send The Project's aim is to assess the evi- may be included in a forthcoming book. TITTLES dence from the thousands of manu- Thank you. scripts that record the various slightly THEODORE E. MILLER different versions of the Greek canon- ical books. When this task is complete LAST RESORT — A lifeguard at a a definitive scholar's text will be pub- resort in Southern California found a Little Things lished to serve as the basis for all sub- purse which had been tossed into the Life is made up, not of great sacrifices sequent translations and revisions. bushes. Upon checking for identity of or duties, but of little things, in which Eldridge, who stands six feet six the owner, she discovered that the wallet was missing, but there was a smiles and kindnesses, and small ob- inches tall, lives with his wife, Carol letter inside addressed to The Voice of ligations, given habitually, are what (LLU '56) and his two sons, Greg Prophecy. The letter was forwarded, win and preserve the heart and secure and Cary, on the PUC compound. and the requested Bible course was comfort. They came to the Philippines in the mailed to the unfortunate robbery — Sir H. Davy summer of 1967. victim. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 113 Newfoundland two reasons: first, Mrs. Kierstead is confined to her home, and secondly, because March 23 is the 91st birthday Band Makes Its Debut of this faithful sister. What a lift we of the sunshine band received on hearing R. MATTHEWS, Conference President Mrs. Kierstead singing — "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," "Shall We Gather At The River," and many other favourite hymns. She concluded by re- citing some of her poetry. In recent years Mrs. Kierstead's eye- sight began to fail her, until today she is totally blind. But with the Bible still as her most treasured book she, by faith, and in her mind can clearly see the promised heavenly home, and is longing for citizenship in the mansions which Jesus has gone to prepare. Members of the band are left to right: Mr. Leo Ganson, director, Mrs. We all left the home of Mrs. Kier- Leo Ganson, Bruce Griffin, Janis Hodder, David Davies, Alan Davies, Beth Davies, Randy Best, Brian Matthews, and Mrs. George Schafer. stead more determined to develop in A much appreciated new extra cur- Lethbridge for another concert in the our own lives a faith as strong and sure ricular activity has been added to the afternoon, and then back to Bay Rob- as that which sustains this gracious Seventh-day Adventist School pro- erts to give a repeat performance in the sister day by day. gramme in St. John's, Newfoundland— evening. The purpose of this tour was PASTOR JOHN W. POPOWICH a brass band, and there is nothing like to raise funds to help finance the ex- You can't hold a man down without a band to improve school spirit. Math pense of equipment and instruments staying down with him. teacher Leo Ganson is the bandmaster for the band. Just recently a new drum — Booker T. Washington and teacher in the art of producing and cymbal combination was pur- music from wind instruments—truly chased. News Notes an art in itself. Students and parents are looking for- * Pastor Osborne Lee, district leader Saturday night, March 2, the band ward to more concerts from the band in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, was re- gave a benefit concert in the auditorium and to more students joining the group. cently elected president of the North of the Academy, and on the following We wish the band the very best as it Sydney Ministerial Association. Sunday, the musicians travelled to develops here in the St. John's area. * The newly organized Pathfinder Club in Moncton, New Brunswick, meets at the church on Wednesday eve- nings. Parents who bring their children Maritime for club activities help swell attendance at the mid-week prayer meeting. Club "Heavenly Sunshine" directors are David Gay, George Lanto and Doreen Meehan. * Women from Adventist Churches took part in the Women's World Day of Prayer services held in various towns and cities throughout the Maritime provinces. * School patrolman, Brother Fred Kierstead, has distributed more than ten thousand Smoke Signals to Moncton school children. * Public evangelism is in full swing in the Maritime Conference. Pastor Fred Friesen is concluding his series in the Upper Kent Church. Pastor and Mrs. Don Corkum of Fredericton assisted. Pastor Henri Arguin is continuing Sun- day night meetings in the Saint John Mrs. Addie Kierstead seated in the foreground with the sunshine band from the Barnesville Church Church. Pastor John Popowich is cul- gathered behind her. minating interest in the Barnesville area That is what it was — "Heavenly Mrs. Addie Kierstead on a recent Sun- with a baptism this coming Sabbath. Sunshine," for the Barnesville Sunshine day afternoon. Pastor Osborne Lee is preparing ad- Band, when they visited the home of The visit was prompted because of vertising for public meetings in North 114 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Sydney. Pastor Popowich will join him organizing for public meetings at Kent- series through Gift Bible evangelism. for this series beginning March 24. vine, Nova Scotia. The four churches * Guest speaker at the Moncton Saint Pastor John Blake is alternating week- comprising Elder F. G. Bell's district, George Anglican Men's Breakfast end services at New Glasgow, Nova Halifax, Dartmouth, Tantallon and Fox meeting was Pastor Desmond Tinkler, Scotia, and Charlottetown, Prince Ed- Point, are concentrating their efforts who outlined the organization and ward Island. Pastor John Christison is on follow-up from the Faith for Today work of Adventist laymen.

British Columbia Project Vesta-Miss

Want to buy a boat? The Mission fested that enough money was on hand many other projects to keep the money City Sabbath School is building one as to begin construction within two weeks. coming in so that it can be re-invested a unique and challenging Investment On Sunday, January 28, four volun- in the boat. Both men and women are project. Brother Boyd Peterson is mak- teers built the fibreglass hull under busy applying the fibreglass and doing ing his boat shop available to build a Brother Peterson's expert supervision. the woodwork, stapling, sanding and 14-foot fibreglass pleasure craft. The project is proceeding as money painting. When this project was presented on permits and the boat shop is available. The project title "Vesta-Miss" was January 13, funds were requested im- The senior membership is 65 and to submitted by Miss Elma Brown, Sab- mediately to invest in materials. Such date 70 percent are participating in bath School Secretary. It is anticipated interest and enthusiasm were mani- Investment. Folks are working on the boat will be ready for sale by .

The fibreglass hull takes shape in the mould. Boyd Peterson applies the fibreglass and resin from the spray gun, Marty Ytreberg and Helen White The Investment boat nears completion. Eleanor Bergey and Fran How roll it into place while Jack Samograd and Bob Sandford await their pause in their painting to watch Boyd Peterson, Walter Bergey and turn with the rollers. Norm How position the seats.

Names Wanted We Never Know Vancouver, B.C. The Pain Medford and Ashland, Oregon We never know another's pain; London, England We only feel our own. In preparation for evangelistic meet- these areas, whom you would like to We never know real loneliness ings in the areas named above we are have invited to a series of meetings, Until we're left alone. anxious to compile a file of: 1. All please be sure the name is on your relatives and close friends of Seventh- Too oft, it seems, our real concern prayer list and send name, address, and day Adventists; 2. All former Seventh- Is just our selfish gain, day Adventists; 3. All those interested as much pertinent information as pos- And so we often shut our eyes in our message. sible to: George Knowles, 605 SE 39th To someone else's pain. If you know someone, in one of Ave., Portland, Oregon 97214. — E. Joy Ritter

VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 115 Manitoba — Saskatchewan — and joined heartily in the conversation. After showing the Bible Story and reading portions of the stories we asked for the order. They found it very diffi- Associate Publishing Secretary cult to make up their minds even though they were well able to afford it. Appointed For approximately two hours we talked about various points of doctrine, such as eternal torment, the second coming and the shortness of time. Although we did not use the Bible we had en- joyed a Bible discussion second to none. God's Spirit was present as we finally closed the sale. After having taken care of recording the order and getting the books, we suggested that we complete our visit and contract with prayer. They readily consented. After a short prayer in which all members of the family were remembered we en- joyed a firm handclasp and a cheery good-bye. We couldn't help but think that these good folk were not far from the kingdom. G. CHRISTENSON Man.-Sask. Conference Russell Booth, new Associate Publishing Secretary Introducing Russell Booth who has having served also in the Book and been appointed to serve as Associate Bible House for one year and later as Publishing Department Secretary for an associate publishing secretary in the the Manitoba-Saskatchewan Confer- Missouri Conference. Without the Cross ence. He succeeds Rudolph Dielmann It is with pleasure that we wel- who has returned to Canadian Union come Brother and Sister Booth to our Without the cross, we could not reach College to complete his education. conference. (Sister Booth's picture was the Father— Mr. Booth is well qualified to serve not available). They have one daughter, We could not know His all-forgiving in the Publishing Department. His ex- married and living in the United States. love, perience as a literature evangelist dates It is always a joy to have new workers No unity with God through Christ our back to 1952. Since that time he has among us. We feel sure that God will Saviour, served as an associate publishing de- greatly bless our publishing work under No contact with the Throne of Grace partment secretary• in Michigan for five the influence of Brother Booth. years. His experience is well rounded, A. LENNOX above! Publishing Secretary Without the cross, no High Priest up in heaven— No Saviour, for our sins to intercede; Bible Discussion No pardon for the lost and dying sinner— It was late one afternoon when Elder No shelter in his time of deepest need! Lennox and I called at the farm home of a friendly Lutheran family. They had been busy with the usual farm We need the cross—we need to lift it chores and were having a late dinner higher when we called. We talked about their That all the perishing might look, and family, the size of their farm and the live— very enjoyable November weather. And know there is a loving God in After clearing away the dishes and heaven extra food we sat around the table and talked about the difficult times in which Who, through His Son, is ready to to raise a family with so many tempta- forgive. tions everywhere. They were very Flo. J. Beveridge much interested in all we had to say G. Christenson Johannesburg, South Africa

116 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Crusade

PLACE: Exhibition Stadium Saskatoon, Saskatchewan DATE: April 27 through May 18

Featuring . . .

H.M.S. Richards, Jr. Del Delker Crusade Speaker May 10-18

Gordon and Phyllis Henderson Crusade Directors of Music

The Manitoba-Saskatchewan Conference is look- ing forward to the visit of the Voice of Prophecy group for a Crusade in the City of Saskatoon in a few weeks. For over two years, radio station CFQC has carried the Daily Voice of Prophecy pro- gramme. In addition the weekly Voice of Prophecy programme has been aired over the same station for over 25 years now. We solicit the earnest prayers of all MESSENGER readers for the success of this Crusade in the city of Saskatoon. If you know of someone who is a former Adventist, a relative of a Seventh-day Adventist, or just a friend whom you would like to receive an invitation to the meetings, write this information immediately to: Voice of Prophecy Crusade, 1004 Victoria Ave., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. We are counting on your letter and King's Heralds Quartet April 7-May 7 your prayers.

Vol.. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 117 April and May Are Campaign "These Times", "Message

K. J. Holland, Editor, "These Times" A Word from the Editor of "These Times"

I wish every Seventh-day Adventist could lean over my Relevant to Modern Man." shoulder and read the many letters that come to my desk This is why a recent survey indicated that "These Times from non-Adventists who have been blessed by the pages is as easy and interesting to read as the digests and Time." of These Times. Some have been baptized, some have had Look at this list of articles appearing in recent issues: remarkable answers to the prayers of our prayer circle, a "Have We Gotten The Hippie Message Yet?" great number have had their Bible questions answered, hun- "Ahead: Famine!" dreds have taken the Bible correspondence course—and all "Why Keep The Seventh-day Sabbath?" have felt the warmth of Jesus Christ and the drawing power "Should The Church Meddle In Civil A ffairs?" of the Holy Spirit. "The Seven Last Plagues" These marvellous responses haVe occurred because you "Christ Power" have graciously and generously provided the funds to spread "Silence About Sex?" the good news of salvation. Now, because time is so short, "What Is It Like To Be Dead?" may I urge you to do even more evangelistically for your "We Call On Evangelist Dick Barron" friends than you have ever done in the past. Please consider "Wanted: Commandoes For God" the following: "Children Discuss God, Angels, Prayer, and Noah's Ark" — A young girl asked, "What can I believe? I need to "Mister, Jesus Is Coming" know for sure." "Could A Modern Prophet Arise?" The answer to this question, by Frank Holbrook ( theo- "Should We Legalize Gambling?" logian, college Bible teacher, and columnist) — and answers "What Price Church Unity?" to these other provocative questions — appeared in a single "Did Bishop Pike Really Talk With His Dead Son?" issue of These Times magazine: "What's Next, The Abortion of Convenience?" — What are the three great intriguing questions that "Recipe For Happiness" have challenged thinking men across the centuries? "A Scientist Answers: Is There a God?" — What is the goal for world revolution by Commun- Every month These Times magazine brings to its readers ists? 1972? 1980? 1990? the exciting sights and sounds of a throbbing world of faith — Why do Christian leaders feel a new sense of ur- and action — and presents the everlasting gospel in all its gency and impending crisis? beauty, urgency, and compelling power. — How does Clay Lawrence, former high-salaried Now is the time to provide THESE TIMES for your own corporate executive, criminal, and now born-again family and to sponsor gift subscriptions for many Christian feel about the trend toward lawlessness in others. Take advantage of the annual campaign rate America? of $2.75 (a savings of 75c). — Who said, "During the past year I have heard more Make out your These Times list immediately, and turn discussion of the second coming of Jesus Christ than it in to your church missionary secretary so that you and in any other period of my ministry?" your friends will soon receive this stimulating, message- — How did students at Notre Dame University react packed magazine without delay. to a talk on premarital continence? Cordially yours, Articles such as these are part of the reason why These KENNETH J. HOLLAND Times is known today as the "Magazine With a Message Editor

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During the past one-third century millions of copies of Message Magazine. One consecrated member follows the The Message Magazine have sped forth from the whirring practice of sharing her periodicals with others, and through S.P.A. presses to the homes and hearts of its readers. Both this means she has already won seven persons to the church. in America and overseas readers have enthusiastically re- A considerable number of successful leaders can trace their sponded, to the glory of God. Interests have been awakened, first inclination toward the Adventist faith from reading thrilling conversions have occurred, and whole churches The Message. have been organized as a result of the influence of The We praise the Lord for His leading in the establishment

118 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER hs for Our Missionary Papers ine", "Signs of the Times"

G. J. Millett, Editor, "Message Magazine"

and continuance of such an appropriate instrument of participate in its promulgation! evangelism. We also express deep appreciation to the thou- We have been told by the messenger to the remnant that sands of faithful church members both for their personal our papers are silent, voiceless ministers, which can go and gift subscriptions and for their use of The Message in where living ministers cannot go. Furthermore, from wide- soul-winning lay activities. spread sowing of our literature there will be a great harvest Someone has said, "These times demand a message, and at the time of the latter rain. we have the message for these times." From the very first As we enter the annual Message Magazine subscription issue of Message, in the summer of 1934, we read, "The drive with its special campaign price of only $2.00 per sub- man with a message for the world is the man we want to scription (almost 43 per cent less than the single-copy hear. The magazine with a message is the magazine we rate), we urge everyone to swell the circulation even be- want to read. . . . And our message is the glorious news yond the minimal two-per-member goal. Just now let us that Jesus saves men from sin, and that He is soon to re- be diligent to advance Christ's kingdom by subscribing to, turn to this earth to save them from sin's results — poverty, supporting, and bounteously sowing The Message Magazine. sickness, pain, death." The objective of The Message Maga- GARLAND J. MILLETT, Editor zine is precisely the same today. What a privilege is ours to The Message Magazine

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The followers of John Wesley were "Why not draw the minds of the peo- "I cannot get along without reading long accused of a too easy acceptance ple to subjects relating to the words of the Signs."—City Engineer. of ignorance and wild emotionalism. eternal life God calls for this "The Signs is the best magazine I This was because they felt called to type of reading." Mss. 80, 1899. have ever seen."—Manager of Pack- serve uneducated people whose emo- ". . . and some have neither the ing Corporation. tions sometimes got out of bounds. But Review nor the Signs. They plead as an "People want good food for their John Wesley himself was a well edu- excuse that they cannot afford to take souls, and Signs has the answer."— cated man, a product of Oxford Uni- these papers which it is so important Alice Dwyer, R.N. versity. He encouraged laymen to for them to have . . . . let books that Here is a simple programme to fol- preach in the fields and go into the are useful, instructive, and elevating be low: mines, prescribing courses of study for placed in your libraries and upon your 1. Read each issue of the Signs per- them and urging every member of his tables, with the Review and Herald, sonal subscription. society to read. our church paper, and the Signs of the 2. Send Signs to the neighbour at your In the early days of America, the Times, our missionary paper, and the left, and to the neighbour on your pioneer itinerant preachers carried effect upon both parents and children right. reading matter in their saddlebags. will be good."—C.W., pp. 133, 134. 3. Send Signs to your patients, clients, They were the first travelling libraries. From today's mailbag, I gleaned relatives, and friends. They were often the only contact be- these observations: 4. Send some Signs overseas to mis- tween the world of culture and the sionaries. frontier communities. Across this won- During April and May, the mission- derful country as churches were built, ary price for Signs in North America there were small church colleges estab- is only $2.75 per subscription. Over- lished, some of which have grown seas Signs in clubs of five or more sub- into well-known universities. These scriptions, only $3.00 per subscription. churches and schools were founded by Kindly place your Signs order in the poor pious people who planned ahead hands of your local church lay activ- for their children. Can you picture in ities secretary, or mail it to your local your mind's eye, the anxious look on Book and Bible House. the early settlers' faces as they met their A. R. MAZAT itinerant pastor with the question: "Did Periodical Department A. R. Mazat, Director Periodical Dept. you bring anything new to read?" Pacific Press Publishing Association. Pacific Press Publishing Assoc. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 119 Alberta Biennial Session Report The Biennial Session of the Alberta sixty boys and ninety-nine girls. Twelve Conference was held, February 18. new units have been added to the camp Two hundred and forty-eight delegates and present plans look to new bath fa- were present to take part in the busi- cilities and a swimming pool. ness proceedings and elections of new The main thrust in soul-winning ac- Conference officers for the coming two tivities has been with "Gift Bible Evan- years. gelism." More and more Adventists are The following are the Conference of- using this method to bring the gospel ficers which were elected for the com- truth to their friends and neighbours. ing two-year period: President, A. W. Ingathering receipts were up $11,- Kaytor; Secretary-Treasurer, H. C. T. 134.27 over the past Biennium. This Johnson; Assistant Secretary-Treasurer, increase was remarkable considering M. Suitor; Education, MV, and Tem- some of the difficulties which some perance Leader, A. White; Lay Activ- churches faced. This reflects the dedi- ities, Sabbath School, and Public Rela- cation and hard work of the church tions, H. Larsen; Publishing Secretary, members. Del Sudds; and Book and Bible House A welfare emergency van was dedi- Manager, E. Coupland. The elected cated in 1967 to help in case of disaster Conference Committee members are as in the Province. $120,456.00 worth of follows: A. W. Kaytor, H. C. T. John- services to local communities was given son , E. Teranski, L. Cummings, B. Elder R. R. Frame, Associate Secretary of the by the twenty-seven active Dorcas So- General Conference, speaking at the Alberta cieties. The Lord has richly blessed His Kuhn, A. N. White, R. McIntyre, Dr. Biennial Session meetings. E. Siemens, Harry Anderson, Dr. J. church in the past and will do so in the Melnechuk, K. Edgson. future. The President's report showed one This report is ended by an appeal new church organized in 1967 and from Elder A. W. Kaytor, Conference three new churches dedicated free of President: "Fellow Believers, I appeal debt. The newly organized church was to you with all the earnestness I can, at Ponoka. The three dedicated let us make Jesus Christ and the king- churches were Fairview, Grande dom of God first in everything we do." Prairie, and . A total of 266 members were added to the church dur- ing the past two years. The nursing home project was voted Elder J. W. Bothe, Canadian Union Conference and presently there is $160,000 in cash President, congratulating Elder A. W. Kaytor on his election as President of the Alberta Con- and pledges on hand. As soon as ference for the next Biennium. Witnessing $300,000 has been raised, construction will begin. It is hoped that building will In The West commence during the year 1968. Province revealed an encouraging Elder H. Johnson reported that the trend. There are presently twenty Turn back the calendar one year and tithe receipts for the years 1966 and teachers employed in seven schools flood your memory with Canada's Cen- 1967 came to $1,002,843, the first time throughout the Province. The student- tennial celebrations. Everyone with a tithe receipts were over the million teacher ratio as of 1967 was one to smidgin of patriotism had a project. For mark. Tithe income for the year 1967 sixteen which is very good. the Lay Activities Department it was was over $500,000. Sabbath School The Junior camps are continuing to "Read Your Bible" year. and other mission offerings had a grow. Last year's enrolment showed Brian Bell, lay activities leader at steady increase over the two-year pe- the Rocky Mountain House Church, riod. Mission offerings are down, how- faithfully spent ten minutes each Sab- ever, when compared to the tithe re- bath acquainting the members with this ceipts. Centennial project. Whereas, what he At the present time in Alberta there Wanted — A Secretary said may not have been long remem- is one Seventh-day Adventist to every A secretary is required for the Al- bered, the way he made you feel was 434 persons. This is a decline also from berta Book & Bible House. Interested never forgotten — Guilty-to-the-core! 1964 when it was one to 420. persons please write to the Treasurer, Regardless of our current Christian ac- The Publishing Department showed Alberta Conference, 201 - 16th Ave- tivities, we felt guilty for leaving the a good raise in sales to a grand total of nue N.E., Calgary, Alberta. important things undone. As Mr. Bell $201,978.36. presented the programme, we knew it The educational programme in the would be easy enough for anyone to 120 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER justifiably proud of Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Johnstone, who have been an inspira- tion to the rest of the church members, a blessing in their community, and a credit to the cause of God. (MTS.) HAZEL THOMSEN Press Secretary Rocky Mountain House Church

The House of Prayer By ESTHER BRYNER The people all came to the meeting, Took their seats in the usual way, And immediately started to whisper Of things they had done that day. Their voices grew louder and louder, Mrs. Helene Johnstone (left) and Mrs. Olga Allen. A laugh was heard, now and then, visit the neighbours, invite them to be- responded in former years now gave When suddenly the door swung open, come acquainted with their Bibles, and generously. And all turned to see who came in. offer a free lesson plan with a lovely There were dusty tracks, muddy Their voices went back to a whisper. white Bible as a reward for completing roads, icy highways and snowdrifts. I said to my friend, "Who is He?" twelve easy lessons. While some of us When you are past sixty years of age, "I do not know Him," she answered. began mentally to compile a list of ex- a full day's driving combined with cuses for not going, Mrs. Olga Allen getting in and out of the car, carrying "He's a total stranger to me." and Mrs. Helene Johnstone decided to boxes of clothing, etc., can sometimes As he stood there before us, consolidate their talents and promptly stir up the old aches and pains as well His eyes were so sad to see. began to tour a wide territory. as produce honest bone-tiredness. But Softly I whispered once again, Every Thursday was devoted to driv- the ledger was balanced with eager "His face looks familiar to me." ing the dusty country roads. Besides pupils, thankful mothers, delighted leaving lessons, they found people in children, and a feeling of accomplish- Looking into His kind, loving face, need, supplied the same through Dorcas ment. I thought, "What could be His facilities, acquainted people with our The year 1967 has ended with all name?" welfare programme, picked up used the picnics, parties, canoe races, and Then He raised His nail-pierced hands, clothing that people wished to donate, other celebrations, but Mrs. Allen and And with horror we all bowed in gave out tracts, and generated a tre- Mrs. Johnstone are still riding the trail shame. mendous amount of good will. They every Thursday. This means not only never failed to have a special treat for a sacrifice in time, but expense for gas, To my heart came a sickening feeling; the children. After they had collected oil, tires, and car repairs. Mrs. John- I thought, "Could this be the end? the lessons, Mr. Allen corrected them stone drives a '57 Chevy. Nevertheless, Would I never be allowed to look and prepared new ones for the follow- the only trouble they ever encountered Upon His dear, loving face again?" ing week. It might be mentioned that on a Thursday trip was one flat tire. they did not neglect their former mis- To date they have delivered eighteen He had come! and I was not ready, sionary projects—one day a week sew- white Bibles for completed courses. Six Though I'd expected Him for many ing at the Rocky Hospital, attending more sets of lessons are still out. Mrs. years. Dorcas faithfully, and always mending Johnstone, a new convert herself, has And with all these thoughts my heart clothes and making quilts for Dorcas started having Bible studies with two ached, in their homes. And I could not hold back the tears. Winter arrived. The two sisters were of her pupils. still on the road. When Mr. Bell men- We were encouraged to hear a reso- Slowly I opened my eyes that I tioned the coming Jngathering cam- lution passed at the recent Biennial Ses- Might take but one last glance. paign, he was overwhelmed with will- sion, calling for serious study to be What a joy to find it was a dream ing members. Mrs. Allen and Mrs. given to hiring Bible workers for this And I still had another chance! Johnstone were willing to go and the Conference. It is not humanly possible rest were willing to let them. They for our pastor who is serving seven When tempted to talk in church, brought in more than our goal in a churches to take care of all the inter- Just think of Jesus standing there. very short time. Everywhere they went ests generated by his members. In ad- Beloved, let us always remember they were met with congenial accept- dition to willing and faithful lay work- Thai the church is the house of ance. concerns that had not ers, we need professional help. We feel prayer. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 121 SIGNS of the Times

Sign in a Mohawk gas station in Calgary.

Recently a new wave of signs such we are living. Many business concerns to do the task God has assigned to us. as shown in this picture have been ap- have been prosecuted recently for sell- The time is coming when God's people pearing in business establishments ing merchandise on Sunday. Little by will have to witness under great dif- throughout the Province. Large sec- little, the net is closing in on the rights ficulties. tions of these business houses are roped and freedoms of everyone in this great Bible prophecy is fulfilling rapidly off so that customers cannot look at or land. about us today. What a tremendous purchase unnecessary items on Sunday. Soon all will have to choose whether time to be alive, a time when Christ A sign such as this one should make ,to serve man or God. Now is the time will soon return to restore this earth us stop and think of the times in which to move forward with greater energy to its original state.

Ontario-Quebec — . . Windsor Investment 1967 . . . Under the winning guidance of was over $100 including $3.40 worth Brother Martin Ytreberg, the Invest- of Loma Linda labels. Kindergarten ment programme started out with a and Cradle Roll children dressed up a goal of "a mile of pennies." doll with 65 green-backs. They brought The day of accounting in December in over 500 labels as well. resulted in more than a mile of pennies — $669.40. The Juniors brought "Dimes for Christ" to the amount of over $65. The Primaries used Invest- ment pear trees which resulted in a lively, but friendly, competition be- tween the boys and the girls. The girls David Malowaniuk and Lynn Deneau, of the Windsor Primary Sabbath School, exhibit the were only 36 cents behind. Their total Investment pear tree.

122 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Ingathering A Success Elder E. L. Minchin Addresses Churches In Sarnia Church In Town of Paris Sarnia Church members witnessed the distribution of the 1967 Ingather- B. D. JURIANSZ, Pastor, Paris SDA Church ing ribbons during the Lay Activities period recently. Ribbons signifying ten Readers of the MESSENGER will be den, and the members of the church to five hundred dollars solicited were interested in some experiences of the have been truly appreciated by the presented to the members. church in Paris, Ontario. Recently the town, and Brother Madden received a In addition to the ribbons for monies women of the different churches de- Centennial medal from the Govern- Ingathered, topical books were given cided to have a combined meeting at ment in Ottawa. At present 235 These to those who gave time to the project. which the history of each church would Times magazines are being delivered Marilyn Langill, Kathleen Wood, and be given, to create better relationships, from month to month in the homes of Greg. Crowell were on the streets for and the Seventh-day Adventists were the people, and the church members six nights. Arlene Juriansz, Evaline asked to lead out. have set out to visit every home with Gobits and Keith Juriansz were out The Women's World Day of Prayer our literature in 1968. seven nights, while June Ulett and Ali- was held this year in our church with We solicit the prayers of our people son Down reported eight nights. throughout the Union that the Lord Mrs. Pauline Hey leading out. Mrs. Mrs. A. E. Ellenor and Mrs. A. G. will help us to be prepared for the R. G. Christiansen was chosen to be Wood received ribbons and books for latter rain, that we might reach the the speaker. their efforts in business solicitation. honest in heart and help them be ready The Ministerial Association invited for the Lord's coming. Mrs. E. L. Juriansz was honoured as a Seventh-day Adventist speaker for star Ingatherer with a five-hundred- the 1968 Week of Prayer, and the dollar ribbon and a book. meetings were to be held in the Baptist 0. R. Down, Lay Activities leader Church. A request was made to the Book and Bible for 1967, expressed his appreciation Local Conference, then to the Union for those who assisted in the successful and finally to the General Conference House Hours Ingathering programme. for a speaker, and Elder E. L. Minchin, (MRs.) 0. R. DOWN, Press Sec. a field secretary, was sent to us. His We are open Monday through Sarnia S.D.A. Church theme was the Lord's Prayer, and he Thursday 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. spoke on the subjects, "Our Wonderful Father," "Deliver Us from Evil," and Friday "Thine Is the Kingdom." The deeply 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. spiritual messages which were so tact- Seventeen Complete fully presented were much appreciated The first Sunday every month Bible Study Course by all present and the attendance was 9 a.m. - 12 noon the largest ever for a Week of Prayer Pastor J. M. Howard, left back row, in Paris. For days and weeks after, the posing with those receiving certificates folk of other churches were talking Ontario-Quebec Biennial Report after having taken the Bible Study about the sermons and the Seventh-day Guides. Seventeen in all had completed Approximately 400 delegates were Adventists, and they certainly have the course and are now taking the ad- present in Oshawa during the Ontario- changed their false notions about us. vanced course. The students were as- Quebec Conference Biennial Session, The general public is more willing now sembled at Mrs. Armstrong's home in to hear encouraging reports from every Marlbank. to listen to what we believe. The min- department. isters of the other churches have re- The work in the Ontario-Quebec quested that an article should be pre- Conference is going forward with lay- sented at our next meeting on why we men and ministers joining hands in a keep the Sabbath, and I have already greater thrust toward total lay and pub- been able to talk to one church group lic evangelism. Training courses and of women about the Seventh-day Ad- workshops in the churches are prepar- ventist Church. ing the laymen for greater service for Recently a Five-day Plan was con- the Master. Programmes to challenge ducted by Dr. G. H. McMorland of the our youth are in the planning for the Hamilton Church, and we received weeks to come. good support from the other churches During the Biennial Session, the On- and the leaders of the town. The to- tario-Quebec Conference officers were bacco films were shown to the high asked to serve another term in office. school students too, and over twenty Considering the enthusiasm through- adults and many students quit smok- out the field among our people, the next ing. The kindness and loving service of two years should see many good things The Marlbank group who received Bible Study the local elder, Brother Gordon Mad- happening in our Conference. certificates. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 123 College Park Elementary Students Raise Funds for Faith for Today

The College Park Elementary School students in Oshawa, with inspiration from their teachers, raised $83.54 for the annual Faith for Today offering. Students were enthusiastic as they brought their gifts to be used for the advancement of the Lord's work. Pictured at right are some of the happy children with their teachers in the background.

London Nutrition Lectures

Pastor R. Skoretz and M. Manchur at demonstration table. The two Mr. Wessely lecturing at London. ladies sampling food are not members of the church.

The "Nutrition School" conducted three-column headline, publicizing the non-Adventist to hear for the first time recently, by Frank L. Wessely, in the lectures. the secrets of good nutrition through London Church auditorium, proved to Radio and T.V. coverage was also the use of a flesh-free diet. be an overwhelming success. arranged. Upon completion of the lectures, An announcement of the up-coming The attendance was most gratifying. many decided to remove from their lectures was given to the news Editor There were as many as eighty present, tables, the use of flesh foods. of the London Free Press. The Editor, half of whom were non-Adventist. sensing something unique, requested These folk were delighted with what (MRS.) ROBT. CRUX interviews with Pastor Skoretz, and they had seen and heard, and said so. Press Secretary Mr. F. L. Wessely. This resulted in a It can be a thrilling experience to a London Church

Pastor R. James and his wife, left front row, taken with members of their West Church West Toronto Church during a recent Bible Study Training Course. Approxi- Training Course mately one-third of the membership was present for the first session.

124 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER Investment Slogan Proves Effective (Mrs.) W. E. KUESTER, 1967 Investment Leader College Park Church

"In Partnership With Heaven in as a group of Finnish members and Centennial '67" was the slogan that another group from India to feature carried the College Park Sabbath their national foods. The supper also School not only to victory in their gave opportunity for those who had Investment goal of $2,500, but soared been raising vegetables, making candles them more than $500 over their goal and other gift items, potting plants, to a total of $3,007.56. etc., to sell their products. Not only did the members take on Julie Reynolds, seven-year-old many and varied individual projects daughter of Pastor and Mrs. J. C. Rey- such as baking, sewing, hair cutting, nolds, acted as little Miss Label Girl, Adventists etc., but various group projects fos- helping to inspire members to save and Aid Flood Victims in tered a spirit of unity and enthusiasm. turn in food labels worth one penny The young people's department of each for Investment. A total of 14,189 South Western Ontario the Sabbath School organized in boys' labels brought in, equalling $141.89 for and girls' teams and offered their ser- missions, testified to the co-operative Officials of the Dresden, Chatham support in this Investment project. and Wallaceburg cities were pleased to vices for outdoor or household help such as lawn cutting, window washing, A large device featuring the Invest- accept a cheque for $1,150 from the ment slogan was made by Mr. B. Pache baby sitting, etc. Seventh-day Adventist churches of this of the Kingsway College teaching staff, community to aid the many flood vic- A nickel Centennial device of two and served to remind members tims. The recent floods in Dresden and tubes mounted on a sturdy base, with throughout the year of the privilege of the surrounding area made it necessary each tube 67 inches high, held $100 working in partnership with heaven for hundreds of families to evacuate in nickels when filled. Not only did and claiming God's promises for a their homes. Many lost much of their the members completely fill the tubes special blessing on the results. Now possessions and were in desperate need once, but almost filled them the second members have again taken up the of help. time. challenge of working in partnership The local pastor, E. L. Juriansz, with An Investment supper in the fall with Heaven, under the leadership of help from his churches, gave assistance gave opportunity for each division to Mrs. Jack Martz, during the year Cen- to those in need. Three local news- have a booth of various foods, as well tennial plus 1. papers carried the story along with three-to-four column pictures of the pastor and church leaders presenting the cheque to the mayor and other city officials. Our churches throughout the Con- ference should ever be alert to the needs of their community, especially during an emergency or disaster. Shown above presenting a cheque for $400 to aid in flood relief for the Dresden area are officials of the Sev- enth-day Adventist Church. The mon- ey represents donations from the local members of the church and also some assistance from their head office. Al- together they raised $1,150 which is Children of the College Park Primary I division Large placards announce the 1967 Investment being divided between Wallaceburg, show the world field, mission huts, and the results to the College Park Sabbath School Centennial emblem, as well as the word In- members. The smallest placard gives the amount Dresden, and Chatham. This very vestment, all worked out in nickels. The com- raised through the saving of food labels, the bined nickels added up to an approximate total middle placard the amount raised by other generous donation will certainly be of $96.00. Mrs. J. C. Reynolds was Primary I Investment means, and the largest the grand appreciated by the home owners who leader for 1967. total. suffered so much loss during the recent high water. Shown above presenting the cheque to Town Clerk James Bab- Mental Illness cock, is Bruce Sager of the local Sev- enth-day Adventist Church, Councillor A specialist in mental health education, Dr. Alfred Kamm, tells us that some Stanley Webster and Pastor Eric L. people are carriers of mental illness. These carriers may be children or adults, Juriansz. (Caption used under large but wherever they go, their constant criticism, nagging, and belittling makes picture in newspaper). those about them sad, guilty, anxious, or bitter.—National Parent-Teacher. VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 125 Kingsway College Alumni Homecoming

Oshawa, Ontario

April 5 - 7

• Friday Night Vespers • Sabbath School • Sabbath Sermon College Senior Class Programme Andrew Fearing, Assoc. Sec. By Alumni Members General Conference Minis- terial Dept. Kingsway Alumnus of 1925

• Saturday Night Lyceum • Alumni Banquet • Alumnus of the Year Hunza, Valley of Youth Sunday, 2:00 P.M. Award

. . . If you can't be present send a letter . . •

London Pathfinders Jesus Hung Upon The Cross in Love to Thee The spotless Son of God hung upon the cross, His flesh lacerated with stripes; those hands so often reached out in blessing, nailed to the wooden bars; those feet so tireless on ministries of love, spiked to the tree; that royal head pierced by the crown of thorns; those quivering lips shaped to the cry of woe. And all that He endured—the blood drops that flowed from His head, His hands, His feet, the agony that racked His frame, and the unutterable anguish that filled His soul at the hid- ing of His Father's face—speaks to each child of humanity, declaring, It The London, Ontario Church is very of Investiture, on March 30. is for thee that the Son of God con- happy with the active interest mani- In this group, there are several look- sents to bear this burden of guilt; for fested by its young people, in the many ing forward to the time when they will thee He spoils the domain of death, projects of the church. become qualified leaders of similar and opens the gates of Paradise. He Under the direction of Mrs. R. groups. who stilled the angry waves and walked Skoretz and her two assistants, Rich- ard Keim and Collin Edwards, this (MRS.) ROBT. CRUX the foam-capped billows, who made enthusiastic group of 19 Pathfinders is Press secretary devils tremble and disease flee, who diligently preparing for the "big day" London church opened blind eyes and called forth the dead to life,—offers Himself upon the I am the resurrection and the life; he that believeth in Me, though he were cross as a sacrifice, and this from love dead, yet shall he live; and whosoever liveth, and believeth in Me, shall never to thee. die. John 11: 25, 26. —Desire of Ages, P. 755. 126 CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER WANTED—Adventist lady between 30 and 50 The Cross years of age, able to help care for home with all OBITUARY conveniences and also care for small crippled child. $100 per month plus room and board. Write Mrs. The Cross! "you ask me where it is" Wynton Soper, 43998 Chilliwack Mountain Road, R.R. #1 Sardis, B.C. 16-7 Is it long ago and far away? LHORB—Gertrude de Lhorb was born at Belleville, Ontario, February 23, 1878, and passed away No, my friend! the cross is here February 27, 1968 at the home of her daughter FOR SALE—First mortgage on large lot and new Mrs. Esther Bates, Claremont, Ontario. home. Mortgage approximately $10,700 at 6% and And the crucifixion is today. Our dear sister was a charter member of the $100 per month. Will take cut. Emerson Vaughn, Awde Street Church in Toronto, and through the Box 186, Westbank, B.C. 17-7,8 many years of residency there, was regarded as a lady of deep piety and Christian experience. FOR SALE—A good 800-acre farm one mile from How can it be! "I read the book" Predeceased by her husband some years ago, she Stettler, S.D.A. church school. We are interested leaves to mourn, her son Paul of Port Credit, in families with school children moving to our Of how He died on Calvary's hill. Ontario, a daughter Esther Bates, and a sister district. For particulars contact: Tom Kay, Botha, Ethel Lyng both of Claremont, Ontario. Many Alberta, Telephone 742-4054 Stettler, Alberta. Yes, that is true, but, oh my friend, loving friends will miss her influence, though many 11-7 have been richly blessed by her enriched life. We persecute our Saviour still. The funeral service was conducted by the writer RANCH WORK WANTED—Married S.D.A. man at Butler's Funeral Parlours in Toronto, March 1. wants to operate year-around cattle or grain ranch, Our Saviour's coming is at hand. preferably Alberta or B.C. 15 years experience, also A. E. MILLNER mechanic and carpenter ability. Dean L. Babcock, With every wrong that we commit Route 3 Box 72, Milton Freewater, Oregon, U.S.A. We nail Him to the cross anew, 97862. Phone 503-938-5015. 12-7 WORK WANTED—Receptionist looking for work We go our willful way unthinking, WEDDINGS in dentist's or doctor's office or hospital. Six years' experience. State hours and wages. Write: Box 195, Thus cause Him pain and anguish, too. Asquith, Sask. 13-7 RIVERS-GOGOL At a beautiful ceremony on August 10, 1967 in the Swift Current Seventh-day Adventist Church, For thirty pieces of silver Jesus was Muriel Carolyn Gogol and Donald Rivers were united in marriage. sold Attending the bride were Mrs. Eileen Janzen of Swift Current, Mrs. Alaho Gogol of College Please send "Messenger" material to your And sentenced to die on the cross. Heights, Alberta, and her little n:ece, Del-Lorena was flower girl. The candle lighters were Barbara conference editor who in turn will for- Today we would even sell Him for less Gogol and Barry Chr:stenson. Train bearers were Leora Gogol and Cheron Janzen. ward it to CANADIAN UNION MESSENGER. And not know how great is our loss. Standing beside the groom were Lawrence E. Gogol and Robert Janzen. A reception followed for the many guests, while Dorene Flowers served as master of ceremonies. Don and Muriel left for Conference Editors We jeer, reject and scorn Him, a honeymoon to British Columbia and later will establish the:r home in Halifax. May God bless And sit in judgment of Him still. th's home. BRITISH COLUMBIA — L. R. Krenzler The service was conducted by the writer and We sentence Him to die, as did, assisted by Elder R. Spangler. ALBERTA — H. Larsen PASTOR R. L. BERGEY That cruel mob at Calvary's hill. (Received in Editorial office March 7, 1968) MANITOBA-SASKATCHEWAN — N. J. Matiko ONTARIO-QUEBEC — .1. Martz McCREERY - ZAHORODNY MARITIMES — D. E. Tinkler We keep Him on the cruel cross, Harvey J. H. McCreery, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Jack McCreery of Waterhen, Manitoba, and NEWFOUNDLAND — R. A. Matthews Because its burden we won't share. Bonnie M. Zahorodny, Eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Zahorodny of Gypsumville, Manitoba, We claim the ransom that it gave were united in marriage on August 20, 1967 at the Gypsumville United Church. The bridesmaids Then let Him all the anguish bear. were Miss Laura Zahorodny, sister of the bride, Conference Directory and Lillian McCreery, cousin of the groom. Attend- ing the groom were Edwin Hilliar and Tom Taylor, friends of the groom. CANADIAN UNION CONFERENCE — J. W. Botha, If we would free Him from the cross, A reception supper and programme followed in President; C. Klam, Secretary-Treasurer; 1148 King the Gypsumville Community Hall with Mr. Bert Street East, Oshawa, Ontario. We must spread His gospel far and Olender as the Master of Ceremonies. About 275 fr:ends and relatives wished the married couple ALBERTA CONFERENCE — A. W. Kaytor, President; wide, success and happiness, and gave many lovely and H. C. T. Johnson, Secretary-Treasurer; 201-16 Ave. N.E., Calgary, Alberta. Till every living soul believes, practical gifts. Harvey and Bonnie are making their home at Waterhen. May God bless and guide them BRITISH COLUMBIA CONFERENCE — A. N. How, as they establish their Christian home. And take Him as their personal guide. President; E. F. White, Secretary-Treasurer; Box 10, (Received in Editorial office on Feb. 19, 1968) Mission City, B.C.

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Rates: Per issue, 40 words or less, $3.00; each MARITIME CONFERENCE — D. E. Tinkler, President; additional word, eight cents. Display Advertising, David Gay, Secretary-Treasurer; 451 St. George St., ti $4.00 per inch. No advertising will be accepted unless cash accompan'es copy. Send all advertise- Moncton, N.B. ments to your conference office for approval. MISSION DU ST LAURENT — R. M. Devins, President, The open tomb of Joseph reveals "No responsibility can be accepted for any mis- 7250 Rue Valdombre, Saint Leonard, Quebec. representation or dissatisfaction arising from any C. Klam, Treasurer; 1148 King St. E., Oshawa, the meaning of Calvary. It seemed like advertisement." Ontario. NEWFOUNDLAND CONFERENCE — R. A. Matthews, defeat; indeed, it would have been just President, 106 Freshwater Rd.; St. John's, New- MEMORY FAILING! You can develop an out- foundland. that had it not been for what happened standing memory through Scientific Memory Train- ing. Age no barr'er—excellent for students. Money ONTARIO-QUEBEC CONFERENCE — Philip Moores, on that first Easter morn. The resur- back guarantee. Only $20. Also New Instant Speed President; S. E. White, Secretary-Treasurer; 1110 Reading Course special price $10. Free informat:on. King St. E., Oshawa, Ontario. rection changed everything. Magic Memory Homestudy Course, Box 1011, Helena, Montana 59601. March '68-'69 We may all change our dark calva- ries of defeat into bright Easter moms FOR SALE-1,280-acre Wheat Ranch. Also 120 MESSENGER DATES acres good pasture land. Available in the 'Wheat King area of Beiseker and Carbon. Two sets of Deadline Deadline Date of of victory. Rightly envisioned our trials farms, each with 640 acres. One or both can be for Copy for Copy Issue may become opportunities for victory purchased. Box 337, Carbon, Alberta. 14-7, 8 with pictures with no pictures and conquest over selfishness and sin. FOR SALE OR RENT—One modern 3-bedroom house on one acre. One smaller house which could Mar. 22 Mar. 25 Apr. 3 — Sunshine Magazine be remodelled, on one-acre lot located in Rose- dale Valley near Canadian Union College. Phone Apr. 5 Apr. 8 Apr. 17 March 1951 782-2364, Lacombe. 15-7 VoL. 37, No. 7, MARCH 20, 1968 127

Kingsway College MRS 1968 SA Project The net worth of the Institution has ing a total in 1967 of $590,000. Stu- doubled since 1963, and the vocational dent labour has also doubled since sales have more than doubled, reach- 1963. Students Participate in Blood Donor Clinics Fifty-three students volunteered to donate blood at a recent Red Cross Blood Donor Clinic held in St. Greg- ory's Auditorium, Oshawa. Of these, six were unable to donate, but the Red Cross was so encouraged by the good participation that a clinic is being scheduled on-campus for May 15. It is A school bus was the choice of the hoped, that the college, with commun- majority of students when the Student ity participation, will reach the goal Association project was being voted for set by the Red Cross for that day of this year. The project is a reality now 250 units. The two donators shown and a 40-seater International school are Al Battistone and David McDowall. Teen Dial in Operation bus has been purchased for the use of campus organizations. Teen-to-teen Week "Teen Dial" offers a recorded mes- sage of special interest to the young 10,000 "Listen" Magazines people of the Oshawa area. The mes- For Oshawa High Schools sages are written by Gabrielle Bielski 10,000 Listen magazines have arrived and recorded on a Bell Telephone on campus and they will be distributed "Code-A-Phone" by Jim Marquis and to the high school students in Oshawa Jewell Dimm. At the close of each during a series of assembly meetings message an opportunity is offered for before June. the listener to write in any questions Sgt. Powell, Chief Detective of the he may have. Posters announcing this Oshawa Police Department, will chair feature are being put in the high schools the meetings which will consist of films of the area. on drugs and LSD and a discussion fol- Shown below is a copy of the card lowing each showing. Students of which is being distributed to alert the Kingsway College will pass out Listen teen-agers to this new feature. magazines to students as they leave Teen-age response to this Dial Sys- the assemblies. tem has been excellent and letters of "Christ Is The Answer" was the enquiry are being received. Kingsway Welcomes theme of the Teen-to-Teen Week held Demand on the dial is so great that G.C. Survey Commission in February. Two student speakers pre- teen-agers often have to wait a half - The coming of the General Confer- sented talks each evening. Hans Diehl hour or more to get the line. ence Survey Commission this month is was the general organizer with Beverly SOMeddial 64949 *014 7 an encouragement to the young people Haughland and Gary Wirsz serving as of Canada as they look forward to some music chairmen. Mrs. Wally Ganz call concrete recommendations for higher painted a very appropriate backdrop, ". for the series. Shown in the accom- Teen Dial As Kingsway College welcomes this panying picture are two of the student commission, it is prompted to review speakers, Tim Amer and Dorothy Gay, Youth Answers to Youth Problems its own progress. The table below in- in front of the picture painted by Mrs. DIAL 725-0241 dicates that there has been a steady Ganz. increase in student enrolment since 1960. MV Assists "Toronto Teen Challenge" Representing the M.V. Society, three others. An open discussion between the High Kingsway College students contacted viewers and the College students fol- Year School College Total the Teen Challenge Centre in Toronto lows the showing of the movie. 1960-61 170 86 256 and made arrangements to present a "Teen Challenge" is a programIne 1961-62 166 76 242 weekly Temperance programme at the operated by the Pentecostal Church to 1962-63 207 67 274 Centre. Every Wednesday evening a help teen-agers who have run away to 1963-64 210 95 305 different group of young people comes the "Big City" get back on their feet. 1964-65 225 114 339 from the streets of the City to watch The aim of the programme is to direct 1965-66 233 131 364 such films as "The Decision," "LSD— these youth back to their homes and 1966-67 227 134 361 Insight or Insanity," "Cancer by the churches and give a purpose to their 1967-68 229 177 406 Carton," "Time Pulls the Trigger," and lives.