ISSN 0819-5633 VOL. 93, NO. 4 February 6, 1988

Page 12 RECORD EDITORIAL

Official Paper of the South Pacific Just Call Me Jim Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church Editor James Coffin ever a week goes by but I receive at changed dramatically. Most people 40 Associate Editor Gary Krause Nleast one letter from someone la- years of age and younger use titles only Assistant Editor Joy Totenhofer menting that things aren't what they when they feel a sense of distance from Editorial Secretary Glenda Fairall used to be. another person. We live in the era of first Copy Editor Graeme Brown names. And, after all, isn't the first name Graphic Designer Wayne Louk The church has changed. The minis- Senior Consulting Editor A. H. Tolhurst ters have changed. Their sermons have called the "Christian name"? Consulting Editors changed. Their emphasis has changed. Few "under-40s" would feel that refer- Correspondents R. H. Baird, J. T. Adventist institutions have changed. ring to fellow church member Ginger Banks, R. L. Coombe, M. Darius, A. Kabu, N. K. Peatey, L. Solomon, P. B. Weekes The RECORD has changed. Even the Smith as "Sister Smith" is as intimate as Regional Reporters D. D. Blanch, R. K. way we address each other has simply calling her "Ginger." In today's Brown, R. G. Douglas, G. W. W. Drinkall, changed. society there's a tremendous need to be- L. J. Laredo, M. R. Potts, L. R. Rice, G. M. Smith, E. I. Totenhofer, R. W. Townend, A. And speaking of how we address each long and be accepted. And in the minds R. Walshe other, why don't we say "Brother" and of most younger Adventists, first names Local Reporters Church Communication "Sister" as we did in the good old days indicate closeness; titles indicate an Secretaries Subscriptions South Pacific Division, before all this change set in? arm's-length relationship. $A25.00 $NZ28.75. All other regions, Now, let me make it absolutely clear Although younger Adventists $A48.25 $NZ55.50. Air mail postage rates to those who favour the use of such terms wouldn't deny the theology behind on application. Order from Signs Publishing Company, Warburton, Victona 3799, that I'm 100 per cent on your side. And "Brother" and "Sister," most would . let me make it absolutely clear to those probably feel that the theological benefit Manuscripts All copy for the paper of using such terms isn't sufficient com- should be sent to The Editor, RECORD, who prefer not to use them that I'm 100 Signs Publishing Company, Warburton, per cent on your side, too. But isn't that pensation for the lost sense of intimacy 3799; phone (059) 66 5781. playing politics? that titles create. Printed weekly by Signs Publishing Company. Let's go back 100 years to when the Furthermore, since it's almost exclus- ively older Adventists who use such Directory of the South Pacific Division of Adventist Church was still in its infancy. the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 148 It was customary in most social situ- titles, younger Adventists have come to Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga, NSW 2076; ations to refer to people by their sur- view their use as old-fashioned. Thus, in phone (02) 489 7122 names, prefaced by a title. Rarely were situations where they definitely feel a President Walter Scragg people referred to by first names. And title is necessary, they inevitably prefer Secretary A. H. Tolhurst Treasurer W. T. Andrews almost never would a younger person to use the more universal "Mr" "Mrs" or Associate Secretary V. B. Parmenter refer to an older person by a first name. "Miss." It just comes more naturally. Associate Treasurers 0. S. Mason, W. H. Stokes But church members had a sense of Being under 40 myself, I fully appreci- Field Secretary A. J. Ferch Administration Projects Director M. G. oneness, a sense of family, a sense ofinti- ate their viewpoint on this topic. That's Townend macy that needed to be expressed in why I can also say I agree with them 100 Archivist and Statistician R. E. Clitl'ord some manner. So, Adventists adopted per cent. Auditor G. J. Bland Associate Auditors E. N. Hokin, M. E. the already common Christian practice Maybe there are parallels here to the Mitchell, E. J. Moffitt, N. F. Sawert, K. E. Watts of using "Brother" and "Sister" with the kind of situation the Apostle Paul ad- Church Ministries A. E. Birch (Director), A. B. surname, in place of "Mr," "Mrs" or dressed in Romans 14 concerning meat Gane (Youth), R. L. Hodgkinson (Sabbath School), B. K. Craig (Family Life), P. R. Jack "Miss." (Personal Ministries), L. R. Chester (Sabbath Not only did this help them to feel School) The church has Communication, Public Affairs and Religious closer to each other by giving them a set Liberty R. L. Coombe of titles for fellow church members dif- changed. Education G. F. Clifford (Director), L. D. ferent to those they used for non- Devine, B. A. Hill, J. I. Howie, R. A. Spoor Health Food E. W. Grosser members, it also was a constant re- that had been offered to idols. Those Adventist Health D. E. Bain (Director), H. J. minder of a major theological truth. The who choose to use such titles are doing it Stanton Bible tell us that God is our Father, to show respect to their fellow Ministerial Association A. D. C. Currie Publishing J. T. Knopper Christ is our Brother, and therefore we're Adventists, to show their acceptance of Trust Services all brothers and sisters, and thus equal them, and to show their brotherhood ADRA G. A. Laxton (Director), W. P. Truscott before God. and sisterhood with them. Christian Services for the Blind and Hearing Impaired E. C. Lemke This is the context in which many On the other hand, those who choose Adventists today view the terms not to use such titles haven't rejected the Cover: Eleven-year-old Anthony "Brother" and "Sister." They have great theology of God as Father and Christ as Jensen sponsors a Sri Lankan meaning. And this is why I say I support Brother. They simply feel that close re- (inset) by delivering newspapers. them 100 per cent. But now to the other lationships, family relationships, are Photo by Leader Associated News- side. more meaningful when not encumbered papers. In the years that have elapsed since by titles. our church was founded, society has James Coffin.

2 RECORD February 6, 1988 LETTERS

Commitment to Christ Swinging Door Double Standards Pastor Parr is right when he suggests Regarding "The Back-door Syn- The answer to "The Back-door Syn- that commitment is the answer to "The drome" (November 21, 28): drome" (November 21 and 28) does not Back-door Syndrome" (November 21 In my opinion the back door swings lie in outside influences. Young people and 28). But if the commitment he is for the following reasons: are swift to see hypocrisy—and double talking about is first and foremost to the 1. We live in a world dominated by standards abound. I could cite many ex- church and its rules and regulations, both good and evil. amples. then not only is he wrong, he is adding to 2. People are free to choose to leave When young and old can view the the problem. the church just as they are free to join it. image of Christ in the people around Commitment to the church won't last 3. The church does not always speak them, then the back door will shut with a unless there is loving commitment to with relevance. We often "scratch where bang! Stephen M. Saunders, Qld. Christ—and that's where our problem it does not itch." (For example, our lies. Adventist evangelism tends to con- discussions/arguments about esoteric Wrong Terminology vert people to the church, to a new set of theology that do not meet the needs of The editorial "Cradle-Rolling" (No- propositions, but not to Christ. In re- most people.) vember 21) uses the term "senior div- ality, Christ has a very low profile in our 4. Piety, sanctity and reverence are ision." This suggests that those who meet church. often presented in old-fashioned ways so in the sanctuary on Sabbath mornings If readers doubt this, then "listen in that frequently the church appears as an are retired or about to retire. on" typical post-service discussions next anachronism to the educated mind. The Sabbath school manual (page 26) Sabbath. I would be surprised if you hear 5. Many of the answers given do not suggests the "adult division" is for per- the name of Christ mentioned at all. And "hold" when put to the test. Simplistic, sons approximately 19 years of age and how long has it been since you heard authoritarian, exaggerated answers given older. your minister tell from the pulpit how to children (and adults) later break The correct nomenclature "adult div- much Christ means to him, and how his down, causing a loss of faith. (For some ision" could help young adults identify relationship with Christ helps him meet reason Adventists feel that they should with comfort to the adult program and and beat the challenges of the day? be able to give a total package when it lesson in the Sabbath school. This is the kind of food Adventists are comes to answers.) Alice Lowe, NSW. starving for—or should be. 6. Perfectionistic/judgmental atti- Bryce Jones, New Zealand. tudes by fellow members brings despair Views expressed in Letters to the Editor do not and alienation. necessarily represent those of the editors or the de- nomination. Letters should not exceed 250 words Committed Environment 7. A loving, warm community tends and should be mailed to RECORD Editor, Signs Regarding "The Back-door Syn- to gather while a cold, stern community Publishing Company, Warburton Victoria 3799. drome" (November 21 and 28): tends to scatter. All too often church Writers must include their name, address and tele- In most cases, for new church mem- members appear cold and stern. phone number. Letters received more than three Ed Parker, Vic. weeks after the date of the issue carrying the article to bers to become strong, there are two re- which they respond will normally not be printed. All quirements: (1) They must be soundly letters will be edited to meet space and literary re- won. (2) They must be carefully nur- quirements, but the author's original meaning will tured. And the congregation should be not be changed. active in each area. Pastor Parr rightly places the exodus _ust 3_61/14/1Ce--- on insufficient commitment. It rightly follows that new members should enter a lANKsTo -t-NE NBA) highly committed environment—a -To Ncto 6L(, ouR MONEY church motivated at grassroots (see Acts ION 4:20; 8:4). URC PPOBLE4k1S APE (YER The Ministerial Association pamphlet 60013 „, The Work of the Pastor states that a pas- tor should be "the direct overseer of the church of God, envisioning a member- ship whose daily habit is spreading the gospel, somewhere, sometime, in some way. As pastors we must not rest until this vision becomes fact at the church level." In the meantime, here is a prayer that yields exciting results: "Lord, lead me to someone to whom I am capable of wit- nessing. And please go with me." William Baskin, NSW.

RECORD February 6, 1988 3 REPORT God-Ordained by J. T. Knopper The independent publication of Ellen G. White books is not in harmony with her own feelings on the matter.

od has ordained the canvassing otherwise would not hear it"— proven by the fact that many Adventist work as a means of presenting Colporteur Ministry, page 20. families today recognise the contact of a Gbefore the people the light con- Yet how many Adventists have a clear literature evangelist as the starting point tained in our books, and canvassers understanding of the literature ministry? for their becoming Seventh-day should be impressed with the import- For some it is perceived as a work tried Adventists. ance of bringing before the world as fast by many who failed. This is sad. But does 5. Each literature evangelist is com- as possible the books necessary for their this mean that the work is not good? pletely free regarding the type of books spiritual education and Many literature evangelists have suc- he or she wants to sell—educational enlightenment."—Testimonies, Vol 6, ceeded fully. And for each failure there is books for children, health-education page 313. a reason. Yet listing the reasons would literature, Stampley Bibles comp- How true this statement is. Just how still not satisfy everyone who has doubts lemented by Bible studies and commen- many have received the blessing of this regrading this God-ordained work. taries on Daniel and/or Revelation, full- God-ordained ministry only eternity will message books or Ellen G. White books. tell. Similarly, how many still suffer from All these come in different bindings and not being enlightened because of a lack We applaud the desire sell for different prices. Ideally, the of enthusiasm for this God-ordained for cheaply priced literature evangelist will place emphasis ministry only eternity will tell. on message books and Ellen G. White However, we can estimate how many Ellen G. White books. books, or a combination of health and will suffer for the want of receiving a visit message books. from a literature evangelist. For in- Further information for those who stance, if a part-time literature evangelist Let me explain simply and briefly just seek more details regarding literature works door-to-door five hours per week what literature ministry is and how it op- evangelism is available from local con- and meets 10 families, giving a complete erates. ference and mission Publishing Depart- demonstration of Adventist books, and 1. It operates from door to door, for ments. I urge you, based upon the facts does this for 40 weeks per year, he or she which adequate training is given. Pro- mentioned, to seriously consider partici- would meet a total of 400 families. vided the instruction is followed, the av- pating in this God-ordained ministry. Twenty-five part-time literature evangel- erage literature evangelist will meet with In spite of what has been said and ists working for the 11 conferences in success. done in the area of literature ministry, Australia and New Zealand would meet 2. The literature evangelist, either there are still some people who feel it is 10,000 families. part-time or full-time, operates as a self- not good enough. Without bringing their If we take what Ellen G. White says, supporting distributor of Seventh-day criticism to those responsible for the that where we have one literature evan- Adventist publications. Certain rules church's publishing ministry, they set up gelist today we should have 100 (see Tes- have to be followed for self-supporting independent literature-evangelist train- timonies, Vol 6, page 315), we get an workers. However, because it is a self- ing schools, and visit literature evangel- even greater figure. Instead of 25 mem- supporting ministry, literature evangel- ists and new recruits. Yes, even telling bers engaged in literature evangelism ists are free to work as many hours per them that what they are doing in this and working five hours per week, it day and as many days per week as they God-ordained work is wrong, and what, should be 2,500 (25 x 100). That means desire, depending on how they operate in the eyes of these critics, they should be the potential number of families can- their ministry. doing. vassed per year would be one million. 3. Literature evangelists support their All this has led to great discourage- And five hours per week for 40 weeks is ministry from an earnings margin built ment among some literature evangelists, only a minimum part-time literature- into the retail price of the books, plus a even to the point that some have left the evangelist ministry. special discount based on a minimum literature ministry to take up secular Looking at this potential, it becomes quantity of purchases from the publish- work. But this God-ordained ministry quite clear why God ordained this work. ing house. The final income received de- must not be so disrupted. Because "by the canvassing work the pends on various factors, such as the Apart from starting their own training truth is presented to thousands that hours spent door to door, quality of work schools, these critics also take the pub- done door to door and type and quantity lishing of literature into their own of books sold. hands—in particular, the writings of J. T. Knopper is the South Pacific Division Publish- ing Department director. 4. The soul-winning result has been Ellen G. White. It is true that the copy-

4 RECORD February 6, 1966 right for certain Ellen G. White books brought on the market. It disturbs price. That was also done in Ellen has lapsed. But is it in harmony with church unity and brings discredit upon White's day. And it can be done today in Ellen G. White's expressed wishes that Adventist publishing houses. the South Pacific Division. such a course of action be followed? The Publishing Department calls Publishing houses naturally have An investigation of the matter shows upon church members not to support overheads to meet, as do business the opposite. Ellen White, in harmony these types of actions. But, if there is enterprises. If we feel the overheads are with Scripture, teaches order, organis- valid criticism, to bring this to the atten- inflating our book prices too much, let us ation, respect for church leaders, unity, tion of those responsible and, in a spirit get together and work on different plans. harmony and working together. To start of unity, work toward a proper sol- But to go out independently and pro- independently operating literature- ution. duce Ellen G. White books away from evangelist training schools may sound our publishng house, and then distribute nice on the surface. But when not prop- Let differences be them away from our organised, God- erly discussed in a spirit of maintaining ordained ministry, will only cause con- unity and harmony, it is not in line with brought to the place fusion and disunity and bring discredit Scripture and Ellen G. White's teach- where they can be dis- upon our own publishing house. Those ings. who advocate this approach may feel Ephesians 4:3 refers to "endeavouring cussed openly. they are doing the Lord's work. But in es- to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond sence they are violating both Scripture of peace." Ellen White often urges that The Publishing Department applauds and Spirit of Prophecy principles. we press together and preserve unity. the desire for cheaply priced Ellen G. The call of this article to all is: Let us Differences will occur. But let differ- White's writings and mass distribution join hands together. Let us strengthen ences be brought to the place where they of such material. And we invite inter- our front line in unity and harmony. Let can be discussed openly and proper ested members to come forward to dis- us work in the spirit of and according to answers supplied. cuss the matter in a practical manner. the counsel of Scripture and the Spirit of In regard to Ellen G. White books Mrs White encourages those who have Prophecy. "Let the believers heed the being produced independently, we must the means to invest in our publishing voice of the angel who has said to the say this is not in harmony with her own houses in order that literature might be church, 'Press together.' In unity is your feelings on the matter. Even in her own produced at an economical price. In strength. Love as brethren, be pitiful, be time there were some who felt that her some countries, church members pool courteous." — Selected Messages, Book books could be produced more cheaply their money and arrange for the publish- 2, page 69. outside denominational publishing ing house to print a quantity of Ellen G. What God has ordained, let no one houses. White books for the lowest-possible tear apart. ra This is the issue today as well. Certain Ellen G. White titles are too expensive, we are told. Instead of negotiating with the publishing house for a cheaper pro- THE MAN duction and larger quantity, these people take matters into their own The coin of the land was Caesar, hands. By doing so, they ignore both His sneer of cold disdain Ellen G. White's counsel on this matter Felt good in the palm of Judas, and church policy. In the early part of this century, S. N. Who betrayed a man for gain . . . Haskell suggested that one of Ellen G. White's books should be published out- The law of the land was Caesar, side Adventist publishing houses for And it really seemed no loss economic reasons and to secure a When Pilate sentenced a felon broader circulation. A contract was To die on a criminal's cross ... drawn up, and Ellen White was about to sign, when she put her pen down and re- fused to seal the document with her sig- Two thousand years have vanished nature. Later she was asked why she re- Like a sigh, to the vast unknown. fused. Her answer was that she saw an No more the invincible legions angel standing before her, shaking his Tramp out from the gates of Rome. head (see The Publishing Ministry, page 208). Her other reasons for not supporting And the sneer of proud Tiberius production of her books outside Is tarnished on Judas' gain, Adventist publishing houses included But the Man whom Pilate sentenced preserving unity in the church and not Will remain ... will remain ... will remain discrediting denominational publishing houses. Yet this is exactly what we see —Louis H. Clark. happening today where independently produced Ellen G. White books are

RECORD February 6, 1988 5 CHRISTIAN LIFE Spectacle to the World by Don Hansen

People would find it a whole lot easier to believe in Jesus if they could see His followers practising a little goodness. here was a time in the dim and In a sense, that is unfortunate. Because mind our knowledge that it usually distant past when I was a small in 1 Corinthians 4:9 Paul says, "We are doesn't. For the 100 minutes of the film, T baby. Now, I wouldn't want to made a spectacle unto the world, and to we believe. be thought self-opinionated in any way, angels, and to men." "Why do you suppose that the legend- but it may well be that I was a beautiful Obviously, when Paul wrote those ary figures whom the Aussie heroes re- child. Certainly, my mother was of that words he was referring to himself and his semble . . . have lived so long in stories of opinion, and she was an excellent judge fellow apostles. But there is good reason such richness and meaning? Because of infants. to believe that they have applied to be- they tell us that the world will be saved; So confident was she in her judgment lievers all through time. And whether we that good is not only better than evil, but that she once entered me in a baby show. like it or not, we may well be part of that stronger; that there is not enough dark- What a day it was! Actually, I can't re- display. ness in all the universe to put out the member it very well, but I am reliably in- Of course, when Jesus was on earth light of one small candle. formed that my form in the early rounds the believers were not really part of the "They give us something to aspire to, was so impressive that some of the more but they also give us a renewal of the favoured babies were very worried in- oldest promise in the world—`Blessed deed. I still don't like people are the pure in heart, for they shall see But they need not have been. If you scrutinising me too God.'" wish to succeed in such top-flight com- These are strange words from a sup- petition you need rigid control. And closely. posedly secular-minded journalist. But part-way through the proceedings mine no stranger than those written by a col- snapped and I began to cry with enthusi- display at all. All attention was then fo- league, P. P. McGuinness, the European asm and volume. cused on Jesus. People came to see Him editor of The Australian Financial Re- There are some people who can use all the time. And I believe that many still view. tears to their advantage. I have never want to see Jesus. McGuinness commented that "basi- been among that group. And my distress But they cannot, now. Because, as the cally he [Levin] is absolutely right." And seemed to upset the judges. They were angel said to Mary, "He is not here, for he added that people everywhere "really not moved to favour me in any way. And he is risen." Matthew 28:6. And this, I do want desperately to believe even for a after my very promising beginning, they believe, is why we are on display. few minutes in the simple world where relegated me to the rear of the field. On one occasion, a person came to good is unambiguously good." On reflection, I have concluded that I Jesus and asked what good things he I think both these men are right, and cried because I suddenly realised that should do to inherit the kingdom. He that in our evil world there are many people were looking at me judgmentally. opened up by calling Jesus "Good Mas- people who are longing to believe. And I It wasn't a feeling that I liked. And I still ter." Jesus immediately replied, "Why think they would find it a whole lot don't like people scrutinising me too callest thou me good? There is none easier to believe in Jesus if they could see closely, although I have given up my good but one, that is, God." Mark 10:17, His followers living out their profession earlier tendency to cry about it. 18. of faith—practising a little goodness. And I think that probably I'm not What Jesus was getting at, of course, Thus, I believe there really are people alone in this aversion to being looked at. was that He was God—because genuine, looking at us. We are part of this great Some people—such as TV stars, beauty selfless goodness is a reflection of the spectacle to angels and to men. And I queens and politicians—enjoy being the divine character. think that what the world expects of centre of attention. But ordinary people I believe that people today are still in- Christ's followers now is an ongoing rev- don't like being looked at. terested in goodness. I have found evi- elation of goodness. Christians, being extraordinary dence for this in surprising places. Take, I think the world would like to see people who are much given to modesty for example, a review in the London something of the kindness and sensi- and preferring others before themselves, Times of a recently released Australian tivity that Jesus showed in the little con- probably like being looked at least of all. movie. I don't usually read film reviews. frontation He had with Simon the But I saw this and it appealed to me. Pharisee (Luke 7:36-48 and John 12:1- Don Hansen lectures in history at Avondale College. "This film tells us that innocence 7). This article is adapted from his address to the Avondale graduates on the Friday night of the 1987 exists, and not only exists but triumphs," Six days before the Passover, Jesus graduation weekend. writes reviewer Bernard Levin. "Never was in Bethany. You know the story of

6 RECORD February 6, 1988 how Mary took expensive ointment and But the world would like to see Christ's began to anoint Jesus' feet. Treasurer followers show their Master's lack of STORY Judas protested about the waste of concern for these things. money that was involved. The world would also like to see One commentator points out that in people who reflect Christ's indifference Blowflies and doing so, Judas was unwittingly acting to flattery. When Nicodemus came to the role of villain to perfection—because Jesus he called Him a "teacher come Honour villains often like to pose as people with from God"—and Jesus ignored the re- a sensitive social conscience. And we see mark. He had no regard for sycophants by Lyndon J. Schultz today prominent businesspeople or name-droppers. You couldn't win and colourful racing identities who often Jesus with words. show a good deal of social concern. Perhaps most of all, the world would Jesus was not deceived by Judas' ap- like to see Christ's followers demonstrate parent piety. He defended Mary. Mean- the principles he expressed in the Ser- while, Simon was offended by the fact mon on the Mount. Principles such as that Jesus did not object to Mary—a turning the other cheek, giving our shirt woman with a past—touching Him. as well as our coat, going the second But Jesus not only knew all about mile, loving our enemies and praying for Mary's past, He also knew of Simon's those who persecute us (see Matthew 5). part in her initial degradation. So He was These are very easily said. And they superbly placed to rebuke Simon's are also quite impossible to do—unless hypocrisy in the most scathing terms. you are converted. Actions and attitudes But He didn't do that. He told a little like these are so alien to human nature story instead—that only Simon could that when the world sees them, it recog- understand. And Simon did under- stand. I wonder how many people could We live in an age in have acted like Jesus in a situation like which all too many that? How many could have held their Christians pay hom- love honey sandwiches. They are so peace like He did? Most of the Christians Isweet and tasty. I sat down one day I know, and I number myself among age to wealth, position for lunch with Ben and Tim. We were them, would have thought, Here is a situ- and social status. going to have some honey sandwiches. ation that demands righteous It was a warm, sunny day. And a blow- indignation—and would have torn strips fly flew in for lunch through the back off Simon, and felt good about doing so. nises them for what they are—a revel- door that had been left open. It circled I would like to suggest that the world ation of Jesus. the kitchen a few times, made a low pass expects something better of us. It longs It has been well said that the world has over the table, and headed for the win- to see Christ's followers show the kind of heard too much and seen too little from dow, where it bashed its head for a few concern for social non-entities that Jesus the Christian church. Maybe we could minutes. showed when He met the woman at start redressing the imbalance. But it's Then it turned around for another as- Jacob's well. She was a stranger, a mem- impossible unless we are motivated by sault on the table. ber of a despised race, a woman, and, to the Spirit. "Put the lid on the honey," I was about top it all, a woman who was living in Graduates, what will you show those to yell. But I was too late. The blowfly open sin. who are looking to you and hoping to see flew into the honey jar, made a three- She was the kind of person that good, Him? Is it too much to hope that the point landing, flipped over onto its back, solid church members would go quite a world will see in you such things as con- and waved its legs in the air. Stuck! distance out of their way to avoid. We sistent lives of unselfish service, genuine "Don't worry," I said, "I'll get it out. have our reasons, of course. Some of us concern for the unlovely and the social You will never know the difference." have been hit with the charge of guilt by outcasts, sensitivity to pain and suffer- "Yuk," said Tim. "I'll remember it was association. But how refreshing to see ing, a great capacity for compassion and there." And he left the table. that Jesus was not worried about that. love, and an ongoing demonstration of "It's only a blowfly," I said. Jesus was not concerned about the goodness and purity? "I'm not eating any honey from that reputations of those with whom He as- If the world sees these things, some at jar," said Ben. And he left the table too. sociated. According to the Scriptures, He least will be led to wonder. And they will Then I realised what King Solomon received sinners and ate with them. He look beyond the mere human instru- meant when he said, "In the same way knew that His actions would be misun- mentality to see Him who is invisible. that one blowfly spoils a jar of honey, derstood. But He was cheerfully un- And not only see, but come to know and one little folly can spoil a lifetime of wis- moved by that prospect. love and worship. dom and honour." Ecclesiastes 10:1, And so Jesus spent time with the May God bless us as together we en- paraphrased. re woman. And He gave us a tremendous deavour to discharge the responsibilities example to follow. We live in an age in that were laid upon us when Christ made which all too many Christians pay hom- us a spectacle to the world, to angels and Lyndcn J. Schultz writes from Cooranbong, . He writes and draws illustrations, such age to wealth, position and social status. to men. as the one above, when he can find the time.

RECORD February 6. 1988 7 FLASHPOINT

Adventist church in Erie, Pakistani Baptisms Pennsylvania, USA, has Without the benefit of a been without a pastor since public crusade, the Essa last June, that hasn't Nagri Seventh-day Adventist stopped the members from church recently increased its holding an effective Revel- membership by nearly 13 ation Seminar. The meet- per cent, when 32 new con- ings, conducted recently by verts were baptised. All the head elder Roy Christoph, baptisms resulted from per- resulted in 12 baptisms, ac- sonal Bible studies and visi- cording to the Columbia tation, according to Pakistan Union Conference. Union Section Communi- cation director David New Congregation Streifling. The Alberta Conference officially organised a new New Position 49-member church in St Noelene Johnsson, who Albert, Alberta, on Novem- has edited the Mission ber 21. The congregation is Baptism in the Howqua River, Victoria journal for seven years, was the first Adventist church Pastor Lyman Ritchie baptised Donna Knox (pictured) recently elected associate di- ever organised in Alberta's in the Howqua River on November 28. It was the highlight rector and coordinator of oldest community. The nu- of a weekend regional camp at Camp Howqua for eight children's ministries for the cleus was formed by several churches from the Murray-Goulburn area of Victoria. North American Division members from various Church Ministries Depart- Edmonton area churches, Park and Bunbury— ment. An Australian, Mrs says James R. L. Astleford, combined to raise around Johnsson also wrote the pastor of the new congre- $A25,000 to build a com- 1985 junior devotional gation. munity centre on the island Today With My Father. of Ulawa in the Solomons. WA Mission Project Pastor Keith Hankinson, Lay Results in US Three Western Australian John Houghton and Gary Even though the churches—, Victoria Pickering were part of the fly'n'build team who ac- complished the project. Property Returned The government of Burundi recently returned YA nine houses to the Burundi Mission. The houses were among the properties taken over previously by the for-

mer government, which had Photo: Wally Talemaitoga. made worship by the Adventist community il- (above), opened the new legal, reports Jack Mahon, youth hall. He was assisted co Africa-Indian Ocean Div- by Mrs Elwyn Ferris (pic- ision Communication direc- tured), whose husband had tor. led a fly'n'build team that Church Uses Novel Advertising for 5-Day Plan completed the building from Bowral church, in NSW, has developed a practical way Fiji Retreat floor level in less than five of advertising the 5-Day Plan to Stop Smoking. "After Ministers and teachers days. gaining council permission, we hung a street banner across working in the Fiji Mission the main street for seven days prior to the commencement combined for a weekend of New Map of SPD of the course," says communication secretary Beryl Dean, inspiration and fellowship A new map of the South who organised the outreach. The church community ser- just before Christmas. More Pacific Division is due for vices shield filled the left corner and the lettering—done than 150 gathered at the publication shortly. by the local gaol—stated: "The 5-Day Plan to Stop Smok- Deuba Youth Campsite, ing Starts This Sunday 7.30 pm. Bookings phone 61 where Fiji's Minister for Fiji Ordinations 2506." Twenty-eight people booked in for the course. Education, Mr Filipe Bole Six ministers in the Fiji

8 RECORD February 6, 1988 Mission were ordained on December 19. Mosese Talai, Kukudu Achievers Mafoa Korosaya, Keperieli Three senior students at Duana and Isikeli % Kukudu High School— Tuilomaloma had been Alson Navo, Kenny Ferry ministers, while Samuela and Anthon Banisi— Ratulevu (now secretary for recently became the first re- the mission) and Wapole cipients of the church's Sil- Talemaitoga (currently a de- ver Award medals in the partmental director) are for- Western Solomon Islands mer teachers. Central Pacific Mission. Mr Goulton Union Mission president Reggie directed their activi- Pastor Colin Winch, Church ties. "I am proud of these Ministries director Pastor students, since all the work Saula Ratu and CPUM sec- had to be done during their retary Pastor Aisake Kabu free time," says Youth direc- participated in the service. tor Pastor Lawrence Tana. "With new youth clubs mushrooming, this achieve- ment will encourage other youth within this mission." New Block Officially Opened in Albany, WA Students Excel On December 5 Western Australian Conference presi- Lilydale Academy (Vic- dent Pastor Peter Colquhoun cut the ribbon to officially toria) achieved a 100 per open a new Sabbath school block in Albany. The six large cent pass rate for boarding rooms, with toilet facilities, comprise stage one of a new students who sat for the church complex, and will accommodate the growing num- year-end Victorian Certifi- ber of children attending the Albany church. cate of Education (HSC). Of the 38 students who did year educational program Overseas Visitors the examinations, only one for Zanzibar's Anti-Smoking Pastor B. J. Liebelt, of day student did not attain Committee. the Mid-American Union pass level. Conference, is to visit the Fly'n'preach South Pacific Division dur- Women's Camp Balloon Response A new innovation in vol- ing March and April to Sixty-five Adventist The General Conference unteer evangelism has been speak at camp-meetings in women from throughout has received seven letters in inaugurated by Pastor Tony northern , New attended response to the release of Campbell, of the Dan- South Wales and South a camp held late last year at balloon messages following denong church (Mel- Australia. He will be ac- Quaranup. Guest speaker groundbreaking for the new bourne), who last month companied by his wife. Evelyn Quick based her re- General Conference com- took a group of youth to marks on the theme "My plex in Washington, DC. the Markham Valley, near Film Extras Lord and I." Committee And a non-Adventist guest Lae in Papua New Guinea, Members of several Mel- members who planned the who attended the ceremony for a three-week community bourne churches have acted event are (from left): Zoe sent in a $200 donation outreach. as "extras" during the shoot- Grosse, Margaret Martin, toward the project. ing of scenes for the film Evelyn Quick, June Gallop New Director Evil Angels at the academy and Cherie Shanks. Assisting Zanzibar Dr John Waters, an Aus- and church in Lilydale, and For the first time tralian who has been serving at Croydon church. "It is LE Wins Award Adventists have been able in Canada for a number of encouraging to see the sup- Colin Choo, a literature to assist Zanzibar in a tan- years, has been called as port of those engaged in evangelist in Singapore, cap- gible way, by conducting a Education director of the this project for Lindy and tured first place in a speak- smoking-cessation course Trans-Australian Union Michael," says Lilydale pas- ing contest sponsored by that saw 30 people feeling Conference. Born in tor Ed Totenhofer. the Sabah chapter of Toast- they had kicked the habit. Bathurst, NSW, and edu- masters International. Mr Adventists have since been cated at Avondale College, Most Flashpoint items from Choo spoke on how the invited to provide more Dr Waters taught in outside the South Pacific Adventist Church meets stop-smoking clinics on Invercargill, New Zealand, Division are provided cour- humanity's mental, physical, both Zanzibar and the before taking an indepen- tesy of the Adventist Re- spiritual and social needs, neighbouring island of dent transfer to Canada. He view, and have been sent to reports Randy Horning, Pemba. In addition, Robert is currently the Education the RECORD via facsimile Southeast Asia Union Aitchison, union Health di- director of the Newfound- transceiver for immediate re- Mission Publishing director. rector, has prepared a three- land Conference. lease.

RECORD February 6, 1988 9 NEWS Radiotherapy Extension Opened at SAH Senior Volunteers Start Aore Lay Training School in Vanuatu

pastor and Mrs Eric Clark have re- l.— turned to their home near Newcastle after helping to establish a school to teach leadership and evangelism to lay members in Vanuatu. The school is operating in an unused section of the old Aore Hospital. The students graduated on November 14, and each has now gone to assigned U. areas to work as lay missionaries among their own people. One young man— Simeon—has located among the "naked E OF people" of Fonafo, to work among the Sydney Adventist Hospital's newly completed Radiotherapy Oncology Unit was officially hill tribes of Santo. opened on November 1 by the leader of the NSW Liberal Party Nick Greiner. The new ex- "The students, who sought training to tension allows the unit to treat 50 per cent more cancer patients every day. During the open- be missionaries to their own people, ing, a radiotherapist explained treatment procedures to officials, from left: Alderman Rick ranged in age from 18 to 50 years," says Lennon (Ku-ring-gai mayor), Mr Nick Greiner (NSW MP) and Dr Bert Clifford (SAH Pastor Clark. "Some had been Superintendent). Adventists for many years, while two had been baptised only 12 months." The daily program began with the Dean of Men Ordained at Longbum Grad rising bell at 6 am, followed by worship and prayer bands. Classes continued until 2.30 pm, with short breaks for exer- cise and lunch. During the remainder of the afternoon the students worked in the gardens, using the evenings for study. Lights went out at 9 pm. "After eight weeks of intensive study covering Bible studies, church leader- ship, storytelling and personal evangel- ism," says Pastor Clark, "the students began an outreach program in Santo. They visited local people in their villages and gave Bible studies. Then the school's director, Pastor Chris Foote, began evan- gelistic training. He had the students pre- sent sermons on video, allowing them to observe themselves in action." Three such schools will operate obert Bolst, dean of men at fore teaching Bible at Sydney Adventist successively for 13 weeks during 1988, RLongburn College in New Zealand, High School. In 1982 he completed an with 12 mature students participating in was ordained to the gospel ministry on MA in church and ministry, and trans- each. Pastor and Mrs Nelson Palmer will November 28, during the college gradu- ferred to Longburn College at the begin- conduct the first two schools, and the ation weekend. ning of 1987. Clarks hope to return for the third one, Pastor Bolst, pictured with his mother Trans-Tasman Union Conference to be held from September to Novem- (left), and his wife, Jan, and their chil- president Pastor Harold Harker conduc- ber. dren, Dale, Nicole and Bradley, gradu- ted the ordination, and Pastors Wayne "So many areas are opening for ated from Avondale College in 1976 Gredig, Phil Gager and Ray Swendson Adventist mission work, and these with a BA in Theology, and the follow- participated in the service. schools will help train men to meet the ing year with a DipEd. In 1978 he By Sharon Brownie, of Palmerston North, New Zea- challenge. Please pray for this ministry," pastored the Mareeba church (Qld), be- land. says Pastor Clark.

10 RECORD February 6, 1988 After 27 Years Gayndah Gets Another Church ayndah (Qld) church members have G begun constructing a new church building after 27 years of holding wor- ship services in homes. Church pastor Bill Cross officially turned the first sod on November 11. "The project is important for the Gayndah congregation," says Pastor Cross. "There was a church in Gayndah early in this century, but the congre- gation fell away when the town popu- lation diminished following a big flood and an outbreak of bubonic plague. Sev- enty years ago the church was moved to a Former students attended the 80th birthday celebrations of Carmel College. From left: Harry and site near Tansey." Ruby Herders, Neville Outram, William and Edith Chapman, Beryl Stanley and Ruth Watts. The new church, which will be valued at around $90,000, will have amenities for community and emergency services. Carmel College Celebrates 80th "We expect to complete construction to our hundred people packed the small and the cutting of a birthday cake by Bill lock-up stage in May or June," says Pas- FCarmel College chapel for a Chapman, a student from 1911 to 1915 tor Cross. "There are eight carpenters or Homecoming Sabbath on October 31. and a teacher from 1923 to 1943, and his builders in the congregation, so the cost Pastor Peter Fowler preached the ser- wife. Two present-day students also par- will be greatly reduced by voluntary as- mon. ticipated." sistance on the project." The celebration brought together ex- Carmel College stands today because students and teachers from as far back as the first Adventists in Western Australia 1911. John Skuse, who made a special (around 1896) sensed the need for a trip from Wyndam, travelled further local educational institution. "When Emergency Hosts than anyone else to attend. faced with the cost and the separation in The theme for the weekend, "It's sending their children to train at Practise Skills Good to Be Home," expressed the feel- Avondale in New South Wales, parents in Victoria ings of many of those who attended, ac- determined to establish a local school to cording to communication secretary train denominational workers," says Mrs olunteers from the Warburton Shirley Wind. "The afternoon Spring Wind. Vchurch in Victoria demonstrated Festival featured the Carmel College When Charles Ashcroft joined the how to host "affected evacuees" in case Choir," says Mrs Wind. "It was held in church in 1904, he donated his holdings of disaster during a simulated emergency the college assembly hall. in the Bickley Valley as a site for the held at the State Emergency Services Re- "Sunday saw the lower playing field church to establish a secondary boarding gion 13 headquarters at Wesburn on No- alive for a non-stop program of events college. The Darling Range School, as it vember 22. was then called, opened on January 13, Hosts looked after evacuees, caring for 1907, with two students, who paid 15 their needs until the Red Cross could shillings a week for board, residence and take over. "This may sound reasonably tuition. Within a few months the enrol- simple," says reporter Bill Driscoll, "but ment had grown to 11. And in August, evacuees suffer many traumas—the loss 1907, a health-food factory began with of home or loved ones, pets or one product—Granola. property—and are in a state of shock. By 1950, 30 of the 300 students who Their feelings must be considered right had completed courses at Carmel had from the first contact. served as overseas missionaries, 24 had "The training was necessary to pre- been ordained to the ministry, and more pare the unit for any possible emergency than 100 Carmel graduates had taken up during the coming summer. It was the nursing. Twenty-five students qualified first such exercise in Victoria," says Mr as teachers, four as doctors and a number Driscoll. "We were told the idea may of others as accountants and office well extend throughout Victoria—and workers. even Australia. The hosting role sup- Eric and Ethel Zeunert were honoured at the Homecoming for service to Carmel College. Mr Today Carmel Adventist College has plements the church's official accommo- Zeunert was farm manager for 38 years. an enrolment of 230 in Years 8 to 12. dation role."

RECORD February 6, 1988 11 SHF Opens New $7.2 Million Complex in Sydney anitarium Health Food Company Ii7opened a new $7.2 million complex ikEVER'y momitto B11 at Castle Hill, Sydney, on November 5. The Castle Hill plant will be the distri- bution centre for all the company's prod- ucts in New South Wales, manufacture and distribution of specialty lines in Syd- ney; and the base for the company's growing export business in Asia, the Far East and the South Pacific islands. Company officers Frank Bateman (Wholesale manager), Trevor Masters (Factory manager), Eugene Grosser (Managing director), Pastor Walter Scragg (Chairman of the Board), Pastor W. L. Taylor (chaplain), Fred Caterson (state member for the Hills district) and Bernard Mullane (president, Baulkham SHF Board Chairman Walter Scragg (left) and managing director Eugene Grosser talked with Mrs Hills Shire) took part in the official open- Iris Bagnall—whose vote gave Weet-bix its name—at the opening of the new Sydney plant. ing. Some 450 people attended. "Mrs Iris Bagnall (nee Clarke) of Pymble, Sydney, starred at the Castle Hill opening. When a girl of 11 years, she gave the casting vote in a family dis- cussion in favour of naming the new breakfast food Weet-Bix," says Greater Sydney Conference Communication di- rector Reg Brown. "The girl's neighbour, Arthur Shannon," continues Pastor Brown, "had decided to turn his hand to making breakfast cereals. He asked the Clarkes to help him find a name for the product, The Sanitarium Health Food Company plant in Hudson Avenue, Castle Hill, NSW, with 11,666 and they came up with Weet-Bix. Later, square metres of floor space, is the largest denominational warehouse in the world. It is the big- in 1929, he sold Weet-Bix to the Sani- gest project undertaken by the company and an important milestone in its 90-year history. tarium."

Seventh-day Adventist School, he semi-urban community, lacking even Newsboy Aids "tithes" (gives a tenth of his income) to basic amenities. His father is a vendor his church and uses the rest to support an whose income is barely enough to pro- Sri Lankan underprivileged child in Sri Lanka vide food for his family, let alone any erald delivery boy Anthony Jensen, through World Vision. But the modest other needs. H 11, has become a familiar figure as Anthony dismisses any suggestion that Through Anthony's efforts, Sajeeva he makes his midweek rounds in his actions are special and very praise- will now receive an education, food and Blackburn's central business area in worthy in one so young. clothes. Health care and aid will be ex- Melbourne. "I read about the sponsorship plan in a tended to his family through World He has won many friends with his magazine my mother had, and I decided Vision's community self-help projects. quiet, pleasant demeanour, good that I wanted to help," he says. "My A spokesperson for World Vision, Mr manners and engaging smile. What few three brothers and I have a good life, but Peter Philp, expressed surprise and de- of his customers know is that Anthony is a lot of children in other parts of the light that the "Mr A. Jensen" listed on a youthful philanthropist, who believes world don't. My parents said that if I got the aid organisation's books is in fact an in practising the spirit of Christmas the stuck any month raising my pledged 11-year-old newsboy. "It is very whole year round. money, they would help me out." heartening to learn that a young boy has While most other youngsters take on Anthony's sponsored child is a boy that level of concern for others who are newspaper deliveries to earn pocket just a year younger than himself, Sajeeva less fortunate," he said. "We hope many money, or save for a BMX bike, or some E. K. Ruwan, who lives with his others will follow his lead." other prized possession, Anthony gives impoverished family in Sri Lanka. Until all his earnings away. World Vision intervened, Sajeeva's fu- By Noeline Egan in the Nunawading Gazette, De- A student at the Nunawading ture prospects looked bleak. He lives in a cember 9, 1987.

12 RECORD February 6, 1988 companist, won first place in the Central changed our name to incorporate this Avondale School Coast Choral Eisteddfod and a first and additional service." second place in the Abermain Eisted- The aims and objectives of this new Lists Year's dfod. The choir also participated in the service are: Accomplishments Hunter Valley Choral Festival. I. To develop community awareness Children from Grades 5 and 6 com- of the needs of profoundly deaf and vondale Primary School pupils peted successfully in a regional maths hearing-impaired people. Aachieved high results in a number of competition and the NSW Maths 2. To promote the development of competitions late last year. Olympiad. communication fluency for the hearing Adam Gill won the poster division in impaired. the Quit for Life competition—receiving 3. To publish and distribute resources $100 for himself and a similar amount in easy English for the profoundly deaf for the school. Rebecca Bernoth and Church Discovers a with language/reading disorders. This Danielle Sutherland won third prizes, re- includes easy-English Sabbath school ceiving $25 each. Melissa Shean, Terry New Way of Caring lessons and Bible-study courses. Rogers and Esther Robinson all received 4. To promote the installation and use merit awards. In the South Pacific Division, 1987 has of technology to facilitate access for the "You must be very proud of your seen the beginning of a whole new way hearing impaired to programs conducted school," the Hunter Region Director of of caring for people through the develop- in the church, in community centres, in Education, Alan Beard, told school prin- ment of Christian Services for the Hear- schools, aged-care homes and in private cipal Mel Olsen. ing Impaired, an entirely new service for homes. "The school also participated in com- church people and in the community. "On March 12 we will all have an op- munity fundraising," says teacher "This is very much in keeping with the portunity to support this new caring ven- Shirley Staniland, "and with receipts of `caring church' concept, which the ture of faith," says Pastor Lemke. "On $2,844, raised more than any other church in this Division has adopted as its that date the church offering will be school in the state toward the annual Dr objective during this quinquennium," given for Christian Services for the Blind Barnardo appeal. says Christian Services for the Blind and and Hearing Impaired. Let us demon- "In addition, the school participated Hearing Impaired director Ern Lemke. strate how much we care by giving in the Multiple Sclerosis Readathon, and "Christian Services for the Hearing Im- sacrificially, that this work can continue donated $429 toward the purchase of an paired has been developed as an expan- to bring blessing and happiness to those outboard motor for Fiji." sion of Christian Services for the Blind, who are disadvantaged." The school choir, conducted by Mrs to provide this additional service for Donations of $2 or over are tax- Joan Patrick, with Mrs Jan Hughes as ac- hearing-impaired people. We have deductible.

denomination came to see me and told Bourke Needs Home Missionaries me he has accepted the Sabbath and wants to attend our church," says Pastor Wemyss. "This is thrilling, but we long for more members to fellowship with him." According to Pastor Wemyss, Bourke has excellent educational facilities, with state primary and high schools, a large Catholic primary school, an Assembly of God primary school and a Baptist school. "The Baptists have a training mission- ary college near Bourke with about 25 students," says Pastor Wemyss. "These students serve as volunteers in outback n Adventist pastor in a western New reasonable congregations. Even the towns, and there are nine in Bourke. ASouth Wales town, whose regular Jehovah's Witnesses have four or five "A community radio station, with ex- congregation consists of only one other families. We desperately need people to cellent facilities and a range of nearly local family—and they are under move into the area and give the church a 200 kilometres, offers opportunity for transfer—has challenged church mem- boost, even if only for a year or two." people to train in radio production work. bers to think of being missionaries with- Pastor Wemyss also cares for the I am on air for two and a half hours each out going overseas. Lightning Ridge church, 310 kilometres week. Work is also available in the trades "We have a beautiful church complex away, conducting the service there on and professional areas, with teachers and (pictured), one of the best in the town," alternate Sabbaths. "This means the nurses in great demand." says Bourke pastor Will Wemyss. "The church in Bourke is almost non-existent For further information contact Pas- town has a population of around 3,600, once a fortnight," he says. tor Wemyss at PO Box 249, Bourke and most of the other churches have "Recently a young man from another NSW 2840; phone (068) 72 2275.

RECORD February 6, 1988 13 NOTICEBOARD

Petkov, Joy Watts, Kevin and Ashley, deeply appreciate terian church, North Sydney. J. B. Trim. the many expressions of sympathy and comfort received Anniversaries following the sudden death of Wilton. Van Der Klift—Woods. Phillip Van Der Klift and Julie Woods were married on December 20 at the Waitara SDA church, NSW. Phillip and Julie will set up home in Weddings Cooranbong, where Phillip will continue his studies at Avondale College. R. E. Possingham. Browne—Hudson. Desmond Roy Browne and Ruth Hilda May Hudson, both of Te Kuiti, New Zealand, were Voigt—Miller. Lyndon Shane Voigt, son of Tony and married on December 20 at the Te Kuiti church. They Lois Voigt (Avondale College, NSW), and Leanne Kaye plan to set up home in that district. Lance A. O'Neill. Miller, daughter of Ross and Myrtle Miller (Taree, NSW), were married on December 6 at Kenloch Chapel in the Candlin—Pearce. Paul Candlin, son of Gerald and Dandenongs, Vic. Lyndon and Leanne plan to set up their Doreen Candlin (Brisbane, Old), and Tracy Pearce, home on the north coast of New South Wales. daughter of Brian and Shelley Pearce (Ipswich), were mar- K. R. Miller. ried on November 15 at the Salisbury SDA church. Paul Pastor and Mrs R. P. Brown. Ron Pavitt Brown and has made a career of photography and is currently working Wicks—Crimp. David John Wicks and Sonya Collette his wife, Vera, recently celebrated their Golden Wedding on an audiovisual production for the Queensland Expo Crimp were married on December 5 at the Roma Seventh- anniversary in Christchurch, New Zealand, with their pavilion. Paul and Tracy have established their home in day Adventist church, Q1d. Harold A. Grosse. daughters—Alison Ashby (Christchurch) and Robyn Brisbane. C. R. Wallace. Henderson (Perth, WA)—with all their grandchildren Williams—Schryver. Gary Williams, son of John and present except one, who was attending Avondale College. Hiscox—Wilson. Dean Kenneth Hiscox, son of Ken Lorelle Williams (Corryong, Vic), and Patricia Schryver, Pastor N. C. Burns married the Browns in the Ponsonby and Jill Hiscox, nee Turner (currently caring for the daughter of Herman and Joan Schryver (Cudgewa), were church (New Zealand) on September 16, 1937. They Batuna Mission, Solomon Islands), and Roslyn Jane married on December 6 at the home of the bride's parents. worked in evangelism, editorial and correspondence Wilson, daughter of Gower and Thelma Wilson, nee Gary introduced Patricia to the SDA message and it was school ministry and pastoral care. They are now retired in Shick (Lord Howe Island), were married on December 17 the writer's privilege to baptise them at the Albury church Auckland. at the SDA church, Lord Howe Island. Dean and Roslyn, last year. They plan to establish their home at Corryong. who first met when Dean's father was resident minister to Arthur J. Bath. Lord Howe, plan to set up their home on the island, where Dean will continue his trade as carpenter and builder. L N. Hawkes. Obituaries Jones—Fine. Albert Frederick Jones and Merlyne Eliz- Armstrong, Clarence Ernest, born July 8, 1913, at abeth Fine, daughter of Sitiveni and Tamutamu Fine (Syd- Ryde, NSW; died November 20 at the Elizabeth Drive ney, NSW, formerly of Tonga), were married on Decem- Nursing Home, Liverpool, and was buried at the Liverpool ber 20 at the Seventh-day Adventist church, Ashfield, Cemetery. Clarrie attended Avondale College as a young NSW. Albert and Elizabeth plan to establish their home at man, and after a period of service with the American Army Lakemba. J. Cemick. during World War II, he worked with the NSW Railways for 34 years. He was a member of the Liverpool SDA Kelly—Johnson. Stephen Henry Kelly and Olive Ida church right up to the time of his death. He was the eldest Johnson were married on September 27 at Gawler, SA. of 12 children, nine of whom are still livipg, eight of whom The couple met through their interest in missionary ac- attended his funeral. His mother, aged 94, also tivity and for their honeymoon went to the west coast of attended. L. F. Schick. to do Adventist Appeal. Lance Hooper. Briant, Edward Joseph, born July 21, 1907; died No- vember 4 at Ayr, Old. Ted married Gertrude May Bowater Nobes—Mewes. Craig Antony Nobes, son of Philip in 1931. Living most of his life in the Burdekin district, and Vivien Nobes (Croydon, Vic), and Pamela Joy Ted was well known for his show flowers and for tending Mewes, daughter of David and Jean Mewes (Bayswater), the church gardens. A respected member of the Ayr were married on November 1 at the Lilydale SDA church. church, Ted was baptised by Pastor F. M. Slade in 1954. Craig and Pam plan to set up their home in the Croydon He is survived by his wife; daughters, Gwenda Tuffin, Lyn area, where Craig is a surveyor and Pam a child-care Kelly, Gloria Evans and Betty Neilson; sons, Graham, worker. B. G. Whelan. Robert and Neville; 29 grandchildren and 22 great- grandchildren. Alvyn N. Goldsmith. Paton—Powell. John Paton, son of George Paton Mr and Mrs Ron Roy. Ron Roy and Rene Backhouse (Oamaru, South New Zealand), and Janette Powell, Cain, Mervyn Neville, born August 5, 1915, at Inverell, exchanged marriage vows on November 7, 1937, in daughter of Dudley and Mary Powell (Currumbin, ()Id), NSW; died November 26 at Wagga Wagga, after a brief ill- Cooranbong, NSW. Fifty years later they celebrated this were married on December 13 in the Burleigh Gardens ness. Mery was educated at Eastwood, returning to event with relatives and friends at their son's home at Seventh-day Adventist church. John and Jan plan to make Inverell in 1932 where he worked in farming and mining. Wyee Point. Ron and Rene are widely known, having their home in Sydney. R. H. Baird. From 1941-45 he served with the 2nd AIF in New Guinea. lived in the Avondale district during their childhood. Ron In 1953 he married Joyce Ramage, and after attending a worked for the Sanitarium Health Food Company for 42 Paun—Hromis. Titu Paun, son of Tinoftei and Maria mission conducted by Pastor Des Ford, they were baptised years in Newcastle (NSW), and Victoria. The Paun (Brisbane, Qld), and Gloria Hromis, daughter of in 1956. Mery held various offices in the Tenterfield Roys have a son and a daughter, Don and Diane, and four Michael and Femka Hromis (Brisbane), were married on church, and was actively engaged in sharing the Advent grandchildren, most of whom were able to join in the cel- December 12 at the Salisbury Yugoslav church. Titu and message with many. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; ebration. Gloria plan to reside in the Brisbane area, pursuing their daughter, Susan Golding (Sri Lanka); sons, Brian respective careers as a private businessman and a sec- (Griffith) and David (Wagga); brothers, Don (Laurieton) retary. Dragan Mladjen. and Eric; sisters, Gladys, Sylvia, Vera, 011ie (all of Sydney) Appreciation and Claurine (Vales Point). Pastor F. Tassone, who visited often with Mery when he was hospitalised in Sydney, con- Crane. Ethel, Doreen, Val, and families, wish to sin- Saunders—Naughton. Timothy Saunders, son of ducted the service, assisted by the writer. L. R. Landers. cerely thank all who remembered us in our time of sorrow, Kathleen Saunders (Blaxland, NSW), and Kathleen and for the many cards and flowers received following the Naughton, daughter of Laurie and Greta Naughton Collister, Arthur Alexander, born November 20, 1909, passing of our dearly loved husband and father. As many (Liverpool), were married on November 29 at the Liver- in Auckland, New Zealand; died December 3 at St addresses are unknown, please accept this as our personal pool SDA church. Tim and Kathy will set up home in the Vincents Hospital, Melbourne, Vic. Alex left New Zea- acknowledgement of your care and concern. Sydney area, where Tim is an electrical mechanic with the land when he was quite young and received his education State Rail Authority and Kathy is a registered nurse at at Shepparton and Box Hill, Vic. A returned soldier, he Gander. Will, Lionel and family would like to thank all Auburn Hospital. Lyndon F. Schick. ran a successful electric hot-water systems business for 28 their many friends and relatives for their expressions of years. An Adventist all his life, Alex was a foundation sympathy in letters, cards and flowers in the sad loss of Tait—Trim. Peter Tait, eldest son of Mr and Mrs R. member of the Nunawading church. He worked on the their wife, mother and nanna. Peacefully sleeping. Tait (Carlingford, NSW), and Elisabeth Trim, youngest building of the church and church hall, and served as daughter of Pastor and Mrs J. B. Trim (Westleigh), were church treasurer and deacon. He is survived by his wife, Zanotti. May and her children, Coral Jewell, Leita married on November 29 in historic St Peter's Presby- Millicent; son, Geoffrey (both of Ringwood); sisters,

14 RECORD February 6, 1988 Thelma Guilliard (Chiltern) and Bertha Thomas (Berri, hours. PO Box 214, Williamstown Vic 3016. and capital budgets, compilation of statistics, and assisting SA). Pastors Ed Totenhofer and Kingsley Andrews as- the Finance Officer in financial planning. Contact the Em- sisted at the service. Mery Sparrowhawk. Vegetarian Cooking Instructors Course. Enjoy ployment Officer, Sydney Adventist Hospital, 185 Fox five days of fellowship and learning at La Mancha Health Valley Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076, or phone (02) Cooper, Dagne, born May 9, 1899, in Wellington, New Centre. Train for a certificate or improve your cooking 487 9111. Zealand; died December 27 at St James Nursing Home, skills and nutrition knowledge. For details of next course Qld, and was buried at the Albany Creek Lawn Cemetery. phone Matthew Steele on (066) 29 5138. Castle Hill and Hills District. Ross Brantley is now For the past 30 years, Dagne had lived at Wand Heights. employed at L. J. Hooker Real Estate Agent, Castle Hill. She was a member of the Albion church, and active in La Mancha Health Centre, Wollongbar, NSW. Ex- For personalised service on all your real estate require- community welfare work. She is survived by sons, Roy, perience the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in a beautiful ments, please phone (02) 680 1888 or A/H (02) Colin and Lionel and daughter-in-law, Mary. rural environment. Hydrotherapy and massage available. 484 4405. G. H. Ormiston. Low Rates. For details phone (066) 29 5138. "Melody Park." Adventist Retirement Living. Situ- Dawson, Louie "Lou" Mary, born March 29, 1897, in Retired Ministers. Are you still looking for a way to ated at Nerang, between the hinterland and Queensland's Constantinople, Turkey; died September 28 in Too- serve the Lord? Then South New Zealand needs you. We Gold Coast beaches. Interested persons should address in- woomba, Qld. Lou and her husband, George, were mar- would be happy to provide you with two trans-Tasman air quiries to: The Manager, "Melody Park," Gilston Road, ried in Baghdad, Iraq. They later emigrated to Australia tickets, a house and a car. In return we would ask for six to Nerang Qld 4211. and settled in Toowoomba. With the background of Tur- nine months of your time to serve in one of the most key and Iraq, the Dawsons were a most interesting couple beautiful areas of our Division. If you can help, please con- Keep It in the Family. Glossy ads are trying to attract with many stories of their experiences in those countries. tact Pastor Bill Townend, South New Zealand Confer- the Adventist dollar into secular investments. Why not Lou is survived by a daughter, Sheile Combley (USA). ence, PO Box 25-085, Christchurch, New Zealand. place your dollar with ACF Investments Ltd and keep it in C. R. Wallace. the family? The profits from ACF Investments Ltd have Pilgrim Tours. The following tours are planned for assisted in the development of Avondale College. When Devries, Maria, born November 29, 1899, in Kirkeim, 1988—May 2, Brisbane to Katoomba, Canberra and Bris- you invest with ACF Investments Ltd you get attractive in- West Germany; died December 26 at the Adventist Nurs- bane Expo (14 days). May 16, Brisbane to Northern Terri- terest rates and at the same time you are benefiting "our ing Home, Kings Langley, NSW. Maria passed through tory, fully accommodated (24 days). June 8, Northern college." For application forms contact ACF Investments very trying experiences during the war, but her strong faith Territory Camping Safari (24 days). July 3, Safari and Ad- Ltd, 8 McIntosh Street, Chatswood NSW 2067; phone in God and His promises sustained her. Five years ago she venture, five days on Whitsunday sailing, with 10-day tour (02) 411 7622. Funds will only be accepted if accom- was contacted by Blacktown church members and was of North Coast. These and other tours. If you would like to panied by an application form attached to the "prior dis- later baptised by Pastor W. R. Sleight. She is survived by know more, just phone (071) 71 2527 or write to Pilgrim closure form." two sons, Ludwig and Hans. H. W. Hollingsworth. Tours, 9 Station Street, Bundaberg Qld 4670. Family Videos for Sale. Professional quality— Evans, Florence Lavinia, born August 26, 1900, at Position Vacant. Sydney Adventist Hospital seeks an evangelistic, health and Christian music video tapes avail- Northam, WA; died December 21 at Sherwin Lodge, experienced and competent professional to be Personnel able in English, French, Tongan, Fijian and Pidgin Eng- Rossmoyne, WA. On February 10, 1930, at Narrogin, Manager. The hospital is a 330-bed organisation with lish. Pacific islands scenery and singing a speciality. Florence married James Arthur Evans, and they lived in many sophisticated ancillary services and employing Heritage Singers and Endless Praise music videos. Send for the district for much of their married life. Through her 1,100 people. Good communication and relationship free catalogue or ask at your Adventist Book Centre. mother's encouragement, Florence listened to "The Voice skills and familiarity with industrial awards, payroll, in- Adventist Media Centre (Pacific Videos), PO Box 15, of Prophecy." She also read Signs of the Times, and this service training, occupational health and safety and a var- Wahroonga NSW 2076, or phone (02) 487 1844. played a significant part in her acceptance of Adventist be- iety of occupations and professions would be an advan- liefs. The Desire of Ages in two volumes, sold by Ernie tage. Formal qualifications would be desirable but not Real Estate, Cooranbong Area. For all your real es- Steed, increased her interest, and after studies with Pastor essential. Inquiries or applications should be made to Pas- tate needs in Cooranbong and surrounding areas contact Ken Bullock, she was baptised in 1952. Left to mourn are tor J. B. Trim, Sydney Adventist Hospital, 185 Fox Valley Michael Dabson at Raine & Home, Cooranbong. Phone her children, Ron, Thelma Evans (both of Sydney), Colin Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076. Phone (02) 487 9346, (049) 77 1222, A/H (049) 73 2092. We are happy to assist and Laurie (both of Perth). Pastor Max Smith assisted the A/H (02) 487 1913. you in any way possible. writer at the service. C. S. Adams. Wanted. Volunteer youth pastor for busy, outreaching School Uniforms. Dee Ess Fabrics, suppliers of uni- Gunn, Leonard Sidney, 75, died suddenly on December Sydney church. One-year appointment with possibility of forms to Seventh-day Adventist schools, have just issued 13 at his home in Hamilton, New Zealand. A considerate extension. Ring Pastor Parr on (02) 639 6235 (reverse their price-list. For full details regarding prices and all sizes and thoughtful man, Len gave help and encouragement to charges if necessary) for details of financial and other con- of girls and boys uniforms, write to Dee Ess Fabrics, 88 others. He and his wife joined the SDA Church as a result ditions. Whitehorse Road, Ringwood Vic 3134, or phone (03) 870 of a colporteur contact in 1945. Len held many offices, in- 7839. cluding that of senior elder, senior deacon and lay activi- Position Vacant. The South Pacific Division office cur- ties leader. He is survived by his wife, Irene; children, rently has a position vacant for a clerk in the accounting Videotapes for Hire or Sale. Evangelism, health, Leonie Lewin, Sidney, Morris, Annette Lankow (Sydney, department. The successful applicant would need to be a children, and music topics. Reasonable prices. Ask for free NSW), Christopher and foster son, Mervyn (Australia), Year 12 graduate (1987) with the potential to undertake catalogue. Write to Radiant Life Videos, Davison Drive, and their families. I. B. Rankin. further study to become a fully qualified accountant. The Lilydale Vic 3140, or phone (03) 739 1766. position would be for one or two years. The incentive scheme to subsidise Avondale College fees would be avail- Accommodation in Sydney. Visiting Sydney? Stay at Advertisements able to the person holding this position. Please apply to V. Burwood Motel, 117 Liverpool Road (Hume Highway), B. Parmenter, Associate Secretary, South Pacific Division Enfield (near Burwood). Central location, near railway, Record Ad Rates. As from this issue, the rates are $10 of the SDA Church, 148 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga shops, city transport. Comfortable beds, friendly service, for the first 30 words and a dollar per word after that. The NSW 2076. Phone (02) 489 7122. very modest rates. Families welcome. Book direct (02) 744 cost increase is designed to encourage brevity and 0521. succinctness in ads. Volunteer Workers Needed. Volunteer, missionary- minded couple needed urgently in Derby in the north of Self-Employment. Adventist company offering con- House for Rent. Near-new house for rent. Ten min WA. Facilities provided for church work and for promot- tract retail distributorships to selected persons. Cash-flow walk to Lilydale Academy. Phone Mrs Randall on (03) ing the dignity of labour on small tropical orchard. Chal- business—return sales. Initial hard work—good rewards. 735 1211. lenge to retired couple or committed Christians to work for Work from home. Company backup on expanding prod- aboriginal and white populace. Phone (09) 457 0918, or uct lines. For more information phone (049) 77 2396, Spiritfruit. A fascinating and profitable look at the fruits write to Mr R. Boyle, 2 Freemans Drive, Rossmoyne WA Mon-Fri. of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5. Available from 6155. your Adventist Book Centre. Advertisers Please Note: All advertisements should Professional Help Wanted. Qualified SDA be sent to RECORD Editor, Signs Publishing Company, Travel. For all your travel requirements contact Cunard obstetrician/gynaecologist to serve in modern, progressive Warburton Vic 3799. Advertisements approved by the Travel, Wahroonga. Phone (02) 489 0495. Plaza Travel, hospital in Hong Kong. Excellent opportunity in growing editor will be inserted at the following rates: first 30 words, Melbourne. Phone (03) 602 5344. Special consideration department. Housing, denominational compensation and $10; each additional word, $1. For your advertisement to given to SDA members. Friendly, helpful assistance as- benefits provided. Contact The President, Hong Kong appear, your payment must be enclosed, with a recom- sured. Adventist Hospital, 40 Stubbs Road, Hong Kong. Phone mendation from your local pastor or Conference officer. 5-74621 I . Williamstown Transport Service. We specialise in furniture removals: local, country and interstate. Storage Budget Accountant. Sydney Adventist Hospital seeks Finally, Sisters and Brethren: provided in modern brick warehouse. Packing supplied. a highly motivated qualified accountant (AASA) with God wants spiritual fruit, not re- Reasonable rates. All goods insured. Free quote provided. good people-relating and communication skills to serve as Reverse charges for long-distance calls. Phone (03) 729 Budget Accountant. Previous hospital experience useful ligious nuts. 1811 business hours or (03) 397 7190, (03) 391 1999 all but not essential. Duties include preparation of operating

RECORD February 6, 1988 15 Cathyanne doesn't need ships offered at Avondale barbells and weights. can be used to your benefit Yes! I want to get to know more She is being stimulated by and allow you to walk closer about Avondale College. the energetic ideas that with God. Name: come from studying at Avon- Avondale is more than just Address: dale College. Her lecturers a College. It's an exper- City: P/code: are professionals, dedicated ience. Phone: and vibrant, making sure P.S. Acifricia lica that she attains the greatest Return to: k‘idAdil aid weictittl &cp./ The Registrar, in academic fitness. Avondale College, It takes Energy. Self Dis- P.O. Box 19, cipline. And Commitment. Cooranbong, N.S.W. 2265. Or Phone us on: But the Rewards are worth it. (049) 77 1107 Spiritual life is not lacking either. The numerous wor- Ofrad/e ......