CANADIAN ADVENTIST Heart to Heart A Time of Evangelical Preparation

By Claude Richli President, Quebec Conference

vangelism in our country ration—sometimes in spite of us, and directory. They want to know where E in spite of our reluctance or inability they can go to church, and even how seems to be at times an unre- warding proposition. To build to proclaim the good news. Isaiah long it takes to be baDtized into the and hold an audience requires prophesies that God's people will call church! Sometimes, bey have studied great investments of time, energy and nations that it doesn't know, and scriptures, and have an appreciation money. To gain decisions for baptism nations that didn't know his people for the truth and want to find the requires the patience and persever- "will run to you" (Isaiah 55:5). He also church that will best help them pre- ance of the saints. Skills, training and says that "His word that goes forth pare for the Lord's soon coming! prayers are all very needed. from His mouth will not return to A few weeks ago, my wife and son By contrast, the first account of an Him empty". (Is. 55:11). Matthew decided to walk to our near- evangelistic campaign comes from the We live at a time of tremendous by Seventh-day Adventist Church, a book of Jonah and gives us a surpris- evangelical preparation, where the few blocks from our home. That ing report. It tells us of a reluctant Gospel and the soon coming of the morning, my wife spent some time prophet who would rather have been Lord are being preached by many persuading Matthew that as good people of various denominational per- Seventh-day Adventists, they were anywhere else but in Nineveh. His suasions. Adventists are in fact a going to carry their Bible under their approach to evangelism was blunt: minority in this evangelical chorus. In arm, as a witness to the neighbour- "Forty days, and Nineveh shall be Quebec, where Catholicism has domi- hood. He reluctantly gave in to his overthrown!" Not much love in the nated for so long, Pentecostals are mother's request. As they were walk- way those words were uttered. Jonah over 30,000, Baptists over 15,000. The ing along the sidewalk, they heard a had not spent much time in various proclamation of the end of the world woman call out to them: "Next time schools of evangelism, had not stud- is being carried by 30,000 Jehovah's you go to church, invite me too!". ied and prepared for his message, and Witnesses. Adventists are only 4,000. Startled, they stopped to look at a had spent no time at all interceding In addition, various events impact on woman and a young man whom they before God for these people. In the psyche of the population to con- had never seen before. She proceeded human terms, he had set himself up vince them that things are not as they to tell them that since it was Saturday, for failure. In fact, he expected failure, should be, and to lead many into a and since she noticed Matthew carry- and was consequently surprised, even spiritual quest. Many are seeking, and ing a Bible, she thought they were dismayed when he saw the Ninevites some are not waiting until they be Seventh-day Adventists, and that she repent with sackcloth and ashes. found through our own efforts. believes the end is near too, and that God used Jonah, and the Ninevites Lately, we have started to receive she ought to get ready by starting to found salvation in spite of him. The telephone calls at the conference attend church. When my wife invited Holy Spirit did the work of convic- office, from people who simply want her, she said she was already commit- tion. to know more about what we believe ted for that day, but that she would The time will come when God will after seeing our church on a street cor- come another time. use His people-with or without prepa- ner, or looking us up in the telephone The Lord is using all kinds of agen- 2 Messenger/November 1995 Cover Photo: "Inside Out" in Kiev, Ukraine by Jim Weir. des to prepare a people to respond to December 1 that final warning. Top-level athletes are giving testimonies to their faith, World AIDS Day viewed by millions, as when Jonathan Edwards, new world cham- What is World AIDS Day All pion in the triple jump at the About? June Polishuk / Copy Editor Goteborg World Championships Allan Colleran / Art Director acknowledged being a devout Working together to fight Robin Carby / Associate Art Director Baptist who would not compete on discrimination; CONFERENCE EDITORS the Sunday, because it is the day of Organizing effective activities within Don King / Alberta the Lord. Ron Watts / British Columbia your community; Lester Carney / Manitoba-Saskatchewan We live in a time of evangelical Responding to needs of those infected Robert Lehmann / Maritime preparation when the Lord is prepar- with HIV/AIDS; David Crook / Newfoundland ing to "gather yet others to him, Jim Jeffery / Ontario Listening to each other's thoughts Claude Richli / Quebec besides those already gathered" (Is. and feelings about HIV/AIDS issues; 56:8). Whether we fulfill our man- Delivering messages of compassion date faithfully, or as the reluctant and hope to those affected by HIV/AIDS; prophet Jonah, His purpose will not suffer any delay. The stakes are much Aggressively promoting HIV/AIDS Y too important for that. awareness and education; Heart to Heart Implementing HIV/AIDS prevention Claude Richli 2 programs in our communities; Youth With A Vision Directing parents and educators to Jim Weir 4 World-Wide Search promote abstinence and safer sex in their Ends With Home- prevention efforts; ADRA 7 Strengthening the worldwide effort to Bangladesh Makes Appeal Grown President stop the spread of HIV/AIDS; Canadians Give Generously Following a world-wide search to to Hurricane Relief replace outgoing Robert O.A. Samms as Disseminating helpful information; President of the Quebec Conference, the Actively protecting the human rights Pioneering Religious Executive Committee asked Pastor of those infected with HIV/AIDS; Liberty-A Tribute to Alf Lennox 6 Claude Richli to serve as President. He Yes-Sharing rights and sharing was the conference Executive Secretary responsibilities! Canadian Union College 8 since the last constituency meeting of March 1994, and served as Acting To request a Resource Manual that will Kingsway Hosts Acrofest 9 President since August 1. help you plan a special emphasis pro- It was initially hoped that someone gram write: American Association for Voice of Prophecy- from outside would come to address the World Health, 1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 65th Anniversary 12 challenges of the Conference. Seven 400 Washington, DC 20036-3403; or call names were chosen and calls were issued (202) 466-5883. to people in the Caribbean, South PLUS America, the United States, the Middle Conference News 13-18 East, and France. However, personal cir- Healthwise: cumstances, and awkward timing pre- Anxiety—Prologue to Death 9 vented anyone from responding. In one Retirees Convocation Bulletin Board — instance, the call from Quebec arrived Births, Anniversaries, two days after the candidate had accept- Over 1300 retirees registered for the Weddings. Obituaries 20-21 ed another call to go and serve in another Sept. 6-11 meetings at Walla Walla, Classifieds 21-23 field. Washington. Mark Finley was the keynote It is WrittenNoice Says Pastor Richli, "The circumstances speaker. At the annual banquet nearly of Prophecy Schedule 23 that led the committee to ask me to serve $70,000 was given for evangelism. establish beyond a doubt that the Lord Next year's Retirees meeting will be The Canadian Adventist MESSENGER is the official had an active hand in the process. We held at Southern College, June 19-24, organ of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada. serve a God who is Master of time and Issued monthly, annual subscription price in Canada 1996. For further information contact $5.00. Out of union $10.00. Printed by Maracle Press circumstances." Elder Richli is married to James E. Chase. Coordinator of Retirees Limited. Second class mail registration number 0912. Silvia, a full-time graduate student in Affairs, 720 Dorchester Ave., Modesto, Address all inquiries to 1148 King Street East, Oshawa. Ontario L1 H 1H8. Social Work at McGill University in CA 95355-4413 or telephone (209) 522- Montreal. They have one son, Matthew 2527 or Compuserve: 74532.157. ISSN 0702-5084 who is thirteen.

Messenger / November 1995 3 nvolve me, don't entertain me! This found themselves half way around the you feed him for a lifetime." From this was the basis on world, teaching Russian and Ukrainian motto grew a program that would do just which 11 youth and young people how to get out on the streets that—teach youth how to fish for souls. Ifour adults put God to the test and found Go to others and inspire them, train them and witness to other youth. They were out He really means what He says. And showing them how to gather large crowds and then involve them. what did He say? and introduce them to a God Who puts The program was based on the group "There is no limit to the usefulness of meaning, hope and purpose back into name "Inside-Out." The concept is to one who, by putting self aside, makes lives that were full of despair, depression work from within the church where youth room for the working of the Holy Spirit and gives a desire for something better. are trained in one or more of the following upon his heart, and lives a life wholly con- The name of the group is "Inside-Out." five areas: secrated to God." —(Desire of Ages pp.250, 251) Their motto was, "Give a man a fish, you (1) Pantomime: designed for attract- Ten months later that same group feed him for a day; teach a man to fish, ing large crowds and presenting short by Jim Weir, Teacher, Okanagan Adventist Academy gospel concepts or stories. ment came close to $50,000 when all was (2) Small group Bible studies: to get totalled. Truly God was blessing. Thanks From Mexico into the word of God, create their own There were over 225 Russian and Bible studies and then teach them to a Ukrainian youth who came to meet with Following Hurricane Ismael which did small group. "Inside Out". They represented over 90 considerable damage to our orphanage in (3) Group initiatives: games and churches in the Ukraine conference. Sonora, our church members in both B.C. activities used to enhance youth programs "Inside Out" met with two different and Ontario helped us in a number of and bond the members together with a groups, in two different cities (Kiev and ways. Through this loving response to our feeling of acceptance and self-worth. Kharkov). The plan was to work with emergency, the repairs have been made. (4) Object lessons: using objects to them in such a way that by day six the Through ADRA's help, special offerings teach valuable concepts. They may not Ukrainian youth had written their own and CHER International, we received hos- remember your talk but they will often Bible studies, made up their own pan- pital equipment, medicines and eyeglass- recall the object lesson used to illustrate it. tomimes, developed their own object es. From College Woodwork a generous (5) Music: "Singing...is as much an lessons and had even mastered several donation of furniture was sent for the act of worship as is prayer." (P.P. p.594) new songs in both English and in their orphanage. These gifts to us were trans- You need an avenue for youth to praise own language. Then the program was ported free by Trenton Air Force Base. God and music, with meaningful praise taken to the streets where Inside Out We want to thank our many church songs will accomplish this and bond your members showed the theory being put members, especially in the Oshawa area group together in the process. into practice in downtown city squares. who coordinated the collection of sup- A second application of the name They were very excited with the results. plies. God has used all these folk to be a "Inside-Out" was to have the youth devel- Using pantomime and group singing, wonderful blessing to us and we want to op a ministry that was an outward expres- they were able to draw large crowds. express our sincere appreciation. sion of an inward relationship they were Because it was pantomime, the police who Bob Mason personally experiencing. This did not started to question the group allowed Hogar de Refugio Infantil Villa Juarez always exist when young people first them to continue. Literally hundreds of A.C. joined with the group. If they were inter- Steps to Christ were handed out by the Apartado Postal 908, C.D. Obregon, ested enough to commit themselves to the Ukrainian youth. When the people Sonora, Mexico program, the leaders willingly worked received them, they eagerly read them on with them and allowed God's Spirit to the spot. soften their hearts. It took months before The experiences shared and friends some of them finally committed them- made will never be forgotten. One of the selves fully to God. Even then they went fondest memories is when "Inside Out" through some tremendous struggles with members were hanging out the train win- their own souls as they were ministering dows leaving their Ukrainian friends. for others. Luke 9:1 & 2 shows us that They were singing "In Moments Like Jesus used those willing to be used to min- These" in the Russian language to their ister for others, including Judas. friends who were on the train platform Commitment was the deciding factor. waving goodbye. As the train started to If anyone was willing to put in the time leave several of the Ukrainian Youth and show up for training sessions (even grabbed hands with their Canadian Ten teenagers were baptized at the pool at when they didn't feel like it), they were friends and with tears in their eyes said, the orphanage recently, reports Bob welcome to be part of the group. Training "Please don't forget us. Come back to us Mason. Visitors from an Indian village are also studying for baptism. sessions involved approximately four soon." hours each week for ten months. They met Do you long for a similar experience in twice a week and trained the young peo- your life. If you do then you must be will- ple in the areas of their interest and abili- ing to be "involved" and not just "enter- Notice to Portuguese- ty. At the end of 10 months a close-knit, tained." Start your own chapter of "Inside enthusiastic, mission-oriented group Out" and contact Pastor Todd Miller who Brazilian Families emerged. is now the new youth director for the Portuguese-Brazilian families, The group members raised $1250 each Alberta Conference. You may also contact friends and relatives-we'll be so glad for air fare, several thousand dollars to Don Straub or Jim Weir who work with to serve the communities in the assist with projects and then paid expens- "Inside Out" in the Rutland Church in Vancouver area or any place in the es that would be incurred in renting halls, Kelowna. Both are teachers at Okanagan British Columbia Conference. Our paying translators and accommodations Adventist Academy and can be easily dream and mission is to begin a new for the large group of youth leaders that reached there. church for Portuguese-Brazilian would be attending. This was no small "There is no limit to the usefulness of speaking people. task and faith commitment to be able to one who, putting self aside, makes room Phone or mail names, addresses, raise their financial obligations, but as for the working of the Holy Spirit upon and telephone numbers directly to they put forth the efforts, the Lord richly his heart and lives a life wholly conse- David Bravo, 178-10077 156th Street, blessed them and the finances were in crated to God."—(D.A. p. 250, 251) Surrey, BC V3R 4L6 (604) 951-1133. place on time. The total financial commit-

6 Messenger / November 1995 ADRA CANADA

ADRA Bangladesh thousands of people affected by this sea- son's record breaking tropical storms. Makes an Urgent Countless people across Canada and Appeal in Wake of the United States have pulled together to donate money, food, and clothing to help Disastrous Flooding those in need. Hundreds of volunteers have assisted with the collection and dis- In the wake of destructive flooding in tribution of ADRA emergency supplies, the small country of Bangladesh, the and thousands of people have donated ADRA office has made an urgent appeal money to help with the reconstruction for donations. efforts. The floods have destroyed hundreds of Luis, Marilyn, Opal, Roxanne, and St. Maarten: A man calls for help from the hectares of farmland and villages, and the other storms have battered the Caribbean, top of his damaged home in St. Maarten most recent flood destroyed the boys' dor- Mexico, and the southern United States where lives were torn apart in the wake of mitory at the new Adventist boarding with over $2 billion worth of damage. The severe hurricane damage. school in north-western Bangladesh. total of eighteen tropical storms to date Faculty residences are covered with three has made 1995 the worst season in almost port each other as neighbours," says feet of water. All the children have been three decades. Wally Amundson, the ADRA Inter- sent home to their families, but their par- On the island of St. Thomas, where America Director. ents do not have the ability to feed them. 80% of the homes were destroyed, ADRA Moved by the plight of the hurricane The cost to repair all the school's dam- is processing and distributing a six million victims, Canadians have responded gen- aged buildings will only be approximate- pound bulk food shipment from the US erously to ADRA Canada's appeal for ly $10,000 Cdn., but the SDA Mission in government. Hundreds of volunteers are funds. Bangladesh and ADRA Bangladesh need helping to sort the shipment and divide it To date, Canadians have given over our help to reach this goal. into family-sized parcels. In the first three $13,000 to ADRA Canada's Hurricane All summer, ADRA has been working days of operation, more than 4,500 people Relief Fund. Cheques of $50, $100, and to help people whose homes and crops received food parcels. even $1,000 have continued to pour into have been destroyed by the relentless ADRA sent two containers filled with the ADRA Canada office. The money floods, and the needs continue to rise. tarps, blankets, food, and drinking water raised will go towards the cost of three In an urgent appeal letter, Tasma and to the islands of Antigua and St. Maarten containers of roofing supplies to repair Oliver Lofton-Brook write, "Please in the wake of Hurricane Luis, and teams damaged homes in the Caribbean. Each remember ADRA Bangladesh in your of building professionals are working on container costs approximately $44,600 prayers tonight, the children whose edu- several islands, helping to clear fallen Cdn. to fill and ship. cation has been interrupted, and the par- trees and to repair and rebuild damaged As the tropical storm season comes to a ents who struggle to make it from one day homes. much-anticipated end, there still remains to the next." ADRA is helping to meet people's a need for reconstruction and long-term Former residents of Oshawa, Ontario, 'emotional needs as well. To counteract the rehabilitation. The active support of hun- the Lofton-Brooks have been working in feelings of anger and frustration that can dreds of volunteers and donors through- Bangladesh since 1992. exist in a community after a major disas- out Canada, the USA, and the Caribbean If you would like more information ter, ADRA has teamed up with the Pepsi is the backbone of the ADRA disaster about how to help ADRA Bangladesh, Cola company to develop a public aware- response program. please contact ADRA Canada at (905) 433- ness program. The "Neighbour to If you would like more information 8004 or write c/o 1148 King Street East, Neighbour" program helps people to about how you can help with the Oshawa, ON L1H 1H8. focus on working together to restore their Hurricane Relief Efforts, please contact community. ADRA Canada at (905) 433-8004, or write "We want the public to be aware of c / o 1148 King Street East, Oshawa, Canadian Adventists how much they can do to help and sup- Ontario L1H 1H8. Give Generously to

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ing, and until the decision was rendered. And his gentle ways included shaking hands and having a friendly conversation with the opposing lawyers and union per- Pioneering Religious sonnel. His Christian courtesy and caring was always apparent-but with convictions Liberty in Canada firm as a rock. The case of Steve Renaud, who lost his job for refusing to work Friday evening A Tribute to Alf Lennox after sunset, is well known. This was in a real way also an Alf Lennox case. The Church's attitude was essentially that Prior to 1970, the concern of Religious tions to bring the true issues before people applying for employment should Liberty was just added on to the numer- churches throughout British Columbia. declare their "sabbath problem" up front ous tasks left to the Conference President. Before 1970 our members simply assumed and live with the consequences. Pastor But in the early 1970's B.C. President A.W. that all union work was closed to them. It Lennox said, "No." Sabbath in a free Kaytor was determined to give this work was Alf Lennox who insisted that in a country should not be a "problem"-it was greater priority, and assigned it to Alf country where there is religious freedom, mandated by God, and it should be Lennox. It was the first time any unions need to make accommodation for employers and unions who should make Conference had given this vital work suf- people with religious reasons for non- reasonable accommodation. ficient importance to create a separate membership. Now, our members assume It was the support of Alf Lennox for portfolio and assign it to a Departmental that all employment is available to them- this case, when it came to decisions for Director. and Alf Lennox has made that true. Church funding, that carried the day. And Alf Lennox did just what the doc- It is unwillingness to accept the status Even when we appealed and all three tor ordered. He spent a considerable quo that made Alf Lennox so valuable to judges of the Court of Appeal decided amount of his time learning about reli- the cause of Religious Freedom. He was against us, Pastor Lennox was staunchly gious liberty issues, meeting with church prepared to take risks to make inroads to in our corner to support an appeal on leaders on these issues, discovering how expand our freedoms. When a pastor principle to the Supreme Court of Canada. government worked, and meeting with walked out of jury duty at sunset one This case now sets the law of Sabbath numerous legislators in Victoria, B.C. Friday, after being denied an adjournment accommodation throughout Canada. It is A first major challenge came in relation of a case, he was found guilty of contempt almost certain that it would never have to labour legislation. When the N.D.P. of court and fined. Alf Lennox insisted proceeded without Alf Lennox support- government was elected in about 1973, that there should have been an accommo- ing it all the way. there was a decision to totally re-write the dation. So Alf Lennox obtained the There is yet another very notable con- Labour Code. Alf Lennox saw an oppor- Church's approval to sponsor an appeal, tribution that Alf Lennox has made to reli- tunity to try to obtain an exemption from and in the Supreme Court he won a ruling gious freedom in Canada. He has sup- union membership for our church mem- that even the judicial system should make ported communications and collegiality bers who in good conscience were unable Sabbath accommodation when possible. among the Adventist lawyers in Canada. to join a union. This task was monumental Pastor Lennox always attended He organized and attended their confer- because the government was extremely Labour Relations Board hearings for ences. He introduced them to leading gov- union-oriented. However, he studied leg- union membership exemptions, encour- ernment decision-makers. He expanded islation throughout Canada, and prepared aging our members-and the lawyers that the impact of Liberty magazine in the a comprehensive Brief on the Church's directed those hearings. Everyone knew legal and judicial professions. And per- position. He included sample legislation that he was praying throughout the hear- haps most importantly, he always encour- from other jurisdictions, and prepared a aged the lawyers in their long and hard- suggested exemption section. fought battles to protect and enhance our The result was that, for the first time freedoms. When he began his work, there ever, there was passed into British were only three Adventist lawyers in all Columbia labour law a provision exempt- Canada. Now they are in virtually every ing our members from union member- province. The spirit of Pastor Lennox, ship. Unfortunately, the equivalent of now retired, is an abiding encouragement dues still had to be paid. But Alf Lennox is to their unity and faith in the perpetual a person who perseveres. At the very next struggle for true freedom. opportunity some years later, he made For these reasons, he was a pioneer, as representations to government that result- courageous and intrepid as any in our ed in a new law that allowed union dues Church's outstanding history of protect- to be paid to a charity. ing and expanding Religious Liberty. Part of this process involved re-educat- Karen Scott-Hutton presents a plaque "in —written by Ken van Ochten ing our church members. He did this with recognition of pioneer service for religious and Karen Scott-Hutton his gentle, persuasive manner, and liberty". Ken van Ochten accepts it in the through numerous sermons and presenta- absence of Pastor Lennox.

8 Messenger / November 1995 CANADIAN UNION COLLEGE ..Things Rebecca Taught yFrHaveomFar Comee Me and Near... Timothy Dunfield As the new school year is well-under- way, we at Canadian Union College On October 3, 1995, my wife Jo-Anne signs are there, its just that He hasn't come would like to welcome the 378 students gave birth to our second child, a little girl as soon as expected. I would prefer Him that have decided to call CUC their edu- named Rebecca who was twelve days late. to come back right now so that I could cational home for the next eight months. Being a full time student and having a full leave this world behind and enjoy a new Much like our great nation, CUC is a gath- time job as well, I had to carry on with my and better life in heaven with Him, but so ering place of many nationalities and peo- program despite the fact that every day I far that is not the case. I am still waiting, ples. They have come from all 10 was phoning home at least twenty times and He is still waiting. No matter what I provinces. They have come from the to see if she was in labour, and having a do to try and speed things up, He will United States. They have come from very hard time concentrating on my stud- wait until He is ready, not until I think He places like Germany and Bermuda. ies. Day after day as I was working at the is ready. And yet, even though His arrival Students of CUC, whether it be from far or dorm the kids would stream into my is delayed, it doesn't mean that I give up near, we're glad you're here. May God office with one question on their lips - on Him and decide that He isn't coming bless each student, parent, church and "Has your wife had the baby yet?", and in or that He isn't real. I didn't give up on constituency throughout this new school all of my classes my fellow students ask- my daughter. I knew she was in there, I year. A breakdown of enrollment, by place ing me- "So, any signs yet?" To each of had felt her kick me and I had seen her of origin, is as follows: these questions I would have to answer moving around, and I knew she was real. Alberta: 179 Nova Scotia 11 that we were still waiting and getting Just the same I know that Christ is real BC: 61 Newfoundland 10 ready for the big day whenever it would and that He is up there, because I have felt Saskatchewan: 19 PEI: 2 happen. We had been preparing for nine His power in my life and I have seen Him Manitoba: 4 NWT: 0 months for our little baby, and a few extra working in my life and the lives of my Ontario: 50 Yukon: 3 days were not going to discourage us, but family and friends. So rather than forget- Quebec: 7 USA: 11 as the days began to add up, even Jo and I ting Christ all together and doing my own New Brunswick: 8 International: 13 were beginning to wonder if this baby thing, I will wait for Him because when was ever going to come or if she had He does come I will be ready and waiting. decided to stay indefinitely where she And just like those days when I was wait- was, leaving us wondering and waiting. ing for Rebecca to be born, I need to con- We tried everything we could think of to tinue on with my life until Christ does get the baby to come; long drives to come. It isn't time to run to the hills and Edmonton, bike riding in the afternoons, hide in a cave, it's not time to stop wit- Apply Now for playing badminton (that was a sight to nessing to people about His soon coming, see), and anything else that our friends rather it seems to me that it is time to get Winter Term! suggested to us which would speed out there with even more excitement and things up, all to no avail. Rebecca did not tell everyone that His coming is any day Monday, January 8, 1996 is come until she was good and ready, but now. Registration day for the when she finally did make her grand When Rebecca was born, Jo-Anne and Winter Semester. Apply now appearance on the scene, Jo-Anne and I I and our son Kyle had a party because were ready for her and excited about the finally the realization of our dreams had for all programs. Having prospects of a new life in our family and a happened, and we were experiencing the classes, finances and employ- new beginning. joy of what we had waited for. We weren't ment in order BEFORE you In the past several days (and nights) caught off guard, we were prepared and since Rebecca has been home, I have had that preparation was rewarded. When arrive will allow you peace time to reflect on the bigger picture, and Christ comes there is going to be the great- of mind. For more informa- how my daughter has made me realize est party this world has ever known, but tion call 1-800-661-8129 and what it means to be a Christian in the last it's only for those who are prepared. Don't days of earth's history. As a Christian I am be caught off guard, the nine months are ask for the College Relations preparing for Christ's return to this earth. over, and He is overdue. Any day now the Office. He has said He is coming back, and all the labour pains will begin.

Messenger / November 1995 9 Kingsway Hosts Acrofest '95 by Gary Dooks

"A new commandment I give The gymnasium was a buzz on love. Testimonies were given in the Thursday morning when 450 gymnasts Sabbath School hour as to the kinds of unto you that you love one anoth- and coaches filled the A.E. King Fitness witnessing, outreach, and answers to er. By this all men will know that Complex to hear Elder Leclaire Litchfield prayer that many of these athletes have you are my disciples". John 13:34. deliver the first of five thought-provoking been able to realize. Things like answered messages on what "really" matters in our prayers for funds so that they could be Think of sports in the world today and lives. Elder Litchfield set a spiritual tone part of the V.O.P. outreach in the you conjure up images of spoiled million- through his unique and energetic presen- Philippines. Like teams taking on the aires, in-your-face attitudes, fighting, and tations of the gospel that brought the responsibility of a week of prayer for a win-at-all cost philosophy. Think of gymnasts to a new level of understanding other schools. Like opportunities to wit- sports in the Seventh-day Adventist of the Saviour. At the close of the first ness about the Sabbath at world competi- church and you think of the odd intra- worship the students embarked on two tions. These students not only "talk the mural game in a small gym with no score straight days of intensive training befit- talk" but they "walk the walk". This was clock. What some people may not realize ting an Olympic athlete. Eight stations or made clear at the Saturday Night Acrofest is that the Seventh-day Adventist Church clinics were covered in all: Pitching (that's Extravaganza when their testimony is a world leader in the field of Acro- bodies, not balls / two clinics), Mixed Pair sports, and it is leading the way in the Acrostunts, Trampoline, Power Tumbling, spirit of John 13:34. Power Cheer leading, Creative Three This was evidenced at the very recent Highs, and Juggling. Represented in the Acrofest 95 held on the campus of clinicians were world and Canadian Kingsway College from October 25-29. champion gymnasts and coaches as well Acrofest is an event where gymnastic and as coaches from our own Adventist col- acrosport teams from our academies and leges and universities who have been rec- colleges across North America meet to ognized globally. develop their acrobatic skills and to fel- In the mind's eye of those who were a lowship and share in a spiritual setting. part of the event, the following snapshots Kingsway is proud that we were chosen were left as highlights: The clinics provid- as the first institution outside of the ed numerous "Kodak" moments; coaches United States to host the event. and students sharing a late night worship or Bible study; the international flavour with teams from Puerto Rico, the United States, and Canada; the Friday night and Sabbath Services; Fred Matusik and the Great Lakes Academy Aerokhanas performing for 17,000 at the Toronto Raptor's half time show; the overwhelm- ing support for the Puerto Rico Acro Sport Team; the national anthems, noise level and stand- ing ovations at the Acrofest Extravaganza, eight Adventist recruiters from our N.A. colleges and universities working togeth- er to promote Adventist educa- tion; students from 19 different schools working together and encouraging one another. This brings us back to John 13:34. How do we know that these students are using their God- given gymnastics abilities for the The Puerto Rican Team displays one of two Canadian Union Colleage Acronaires service of the Lord? It is by their spectacular 4-highs.

10 Messenger / November 1995 became reality in a way we too seldom see. In fact the spirit of cooperation and support for each other was so evident that it prompted one Christian lady in the audience to proclaim that she wants to 12.auernie) 1995 become a Seventh-day Adventist. A big thank you needs to go out to the following colleges and universities for stti, Kittyismay, eraiinteA. itudent4, fratity,, itc14 and hiend4; realizing the potential of Acrofest and to invite and enzaimao,e, you to Aetimn. to. Kinky on .Y1 allatA, making it possible for Kingsway College to be a proud host: Atlantic Union no.uernie.A, 25 PA a iteady, peat day, and evening., at a tea/4 peat gaze, College, Andrews University Canadian with ntaity. qua peo,ge! ! Union College, Columbia Union College, .7Pte deaf, belina at 11 :00 a, tt. at the Make Pcmi elumeA, fo. 4. a uoui. La Sierra University, Loma Linda University Pacific Union College, and ciat Yaitath e/xpeitienee. ..E.otA, c4 din9inci and nudie and yitat vpeak- Southern College. a, A., twa., 2atto-4 1?..cd.p.h oppimtunity, to. Be fed Never underestimate the power and vpiiiituctf4; and vp.eakinii 4geinii. fed we at/Jo want you, to. en,joy, a icitiunp,- enthusiasm of youth. Those of us who witnessed Acrofest know that these stu- tiowl podia at the edieyt aahk detnenicay, PChaai ediowitt9. tuom.4. dents and coaches are more than just gym- 9n, the aftemvon you. can meet with Nen& and &vain Paund the cam- nasts, they are disciples. pivs, take atvii4, lit at J.otne og yowl,otd "*.ate, aciii in the dententany, gym Highlight Quotes: and jut fa.Bk, i wp. to. you. find you Pt we emehen you can have them attend the Len, YaiScith aiteAnoon, ailuentwte pAvy)gun itx you can vp.end "I have never seen such a spirit of cooperation exist between so many donne. time on youti awn. schools." .N.en enjoy, a f citiath Autdawn Vehipeivi in the chapel at the eadieA' keA.- idenee. 3ohnneh 4tudents Yarvieue, Yukurnahan and Yhcman Aka will tmment "The clinicians were top notch. They a mini conceit You will enjoy, thi.1.! didn't just coach the elite athletes, Mowing. VapeAA, the earned Kinoinacui ituclents invite you. to. have they gave individual attention to one and all." divppeA, with them, -on. the hoime-Pee you head aue.A. to. the A. E. King. eatnile.x. Eat well ee.catvie you lode need eotA, cs.f whin, fo.4, the, eventit the "I want to become an Adventist." evening.. You can, pa/did/pate in. the, Men,' 2 0.4 Wamea'd. meow, yciwzth w. Schools Participating: Andrews University niwpdfidi .70.umantentA, with 0i-end& te,cun.4 on, jut Mem, an vow, Chisholm Trail Academy kw0.1mile dam,. And aka that eizeitentent ioin in cm kit the itancti at the Great Lakes Academy 9hoivcdA Palk kiena in WU* foil, the Annual .student/ &eke* Mile High Academy Puerto Rico Same, 1Pi eiduie diwuld moot, to ee, a timille.A. Sunnydale Academy i..00k fa/10).0)a to. ieeiny, you them. Make, y w idan4 o. you can, "k a Wisconsin Academy Blue Mountain Academy Pa4to ii"!! Columbia Union College Kinciiugui Atunuti EAceentiue, Hinsdale Jr. Academy Oakwood College Southwestern College K.C. Alumni Fall Fest—November 25, 1995 Union College Canadian Union College 11:00 a.m. Worship Experience-College Park Church Fletcher Academy 1:00 Potluck Dinner-College Park Elementary School Kingsway College 3:00 Visit/Roam Time-Kid's Sabbath Adventure-Elementary School Ozark Academy 4:30 Sundown Vespers-K.C. Chapel-Ladies' Residence Southwood Park 5:00 Supper-K.C. Cafeteria Wilson Jr. Academy 6:00 Volleyball, Squash, Racquetball Tournaments-King Fitness Complex 10:00 Annual Student/Alumni Hockey Game-Iroquois Park Arena Whitby

For information contact: Alumni Office (905) 433-1144 Ext. 273

Messenger / November 1995 11 Charles E. Weniger 65th Anniversary Award For Excellence Voice of Prophecy Given to Del Delker The 1995 Charles Elliott Weniger Award for Excellence was given to Del Delker during worship services at the Loma Linda University Church on August 19. Senior pastor William Loveless, a member of the committee that selects award recipients, made the presentation. Charles E. Weniger was an educator, writer, preacher, administrator, and coun- selor whose name is synonymous with excellence. The Weniger Award honors persons whose life has also been commit- ted to excellence. A 1918 alumnus of Pacific Union College, Weniger taught there until 1947, except for four years at Washington Missionary College (now CUC). He joined the faculty of the Theological Seminary in 1947, later serving as dean, both in Washington, D.C., and at Andrews University. He died in 1964. Del Delker joined the Voice of Prophecy team in 1947. Her rich contralto voice has inspired hundreds of thousands, First AWR "Silver Trumpet" Award and she continues to sing on the broadcast and in public meetings. Thanks to interna- Honors VOP Founder tional phonetic characters, she has been Adventist World Radio recently paid He gave to the church and to the world able to sing in 15 languages of Europe, tribute to the lifetime achievements and H.M.S. Richards. He was a visionary for Asia, and Africa. vision of Voice of Prophecy founder the worldwide preaching of the Message Del's name now joins that of H.M.S. H.M.S. Richards Sr. with its first Silver by radio. In his imagination, he pictured Richards and other recipients on engraved Trumpet Award. hands around the world, reaching out and plaques mounted with large Weniger Kenneth J. Mittleider, retiring chair- touching radio buttons, twirling knobs Award display medallions that hang in the man of both the Adventist World Radio and dials, and finding the sound of the libraries of Andrews University and and Adventist Media Center Boards, pre- trumpet proclaiming that Jesus is coming Pacific Union College. sented the plaque to Mabel Richards dur- again." ing the August 23 meeting of the AMC Reiner made note of Richards' "dream Board. The engraved message recalls of broadcasts especially for China" which Richards' "splendid vision of the power "became the dream of other people and of radio to complete the Gospel the church and finally became a reality. Commission." Unfortunately, he died before AWR-Asia An accompanying citation from went on the air, but his dream was ful- General Conference president Robert S. filled." Folkenberg declares, "His shining faith Mabel Richards accepted the engraved and deep commitment were, and continue plaque from Kenneth Mittleider which to be, an inspiration to generations of pays tribute to her late husband's "splen- Seventh-day Adventists. On behalf of the did vision of the power of radio to com- worldwide Church, we express our plete the Gospel Commission." With her appreciation for his long and fruitful min- are sons Kenneth (left) and H.M.S. istry." Richards Jr., both retired but still involved This year marks the 65th anniversary with the VOP broadcast, and Harold of Richards' founding of the VOP. Reiner (right), whose service before retire- Harold Reiner prefaced the award cer- ment included positions at the General emony: "God prompted minds to invent Conference and the Media Center. William Loveless presented plaque to Del and create the technology of radio. Then Delker.

12 Messenger / November 1995 erta/Ontario What The Lord Is Doing At The Spanish Church ence School for all Canada was set up in Edmonton to serve the Hispanics. In May, the church group moved to new facilities that are very adequate. August was celebration time with a grad- uation ceremony in which 97 Bible Correspondence diplomas were con- ferred. Dr. Milton Peverini, the speaker of the Spanish Voice of Prophecy came for the occasion. The following weekend a baptism took place with seven people being united with the church. With this addition, the church that started with 34 members a few years ago reached the 150 A small group from the 97 that received their diplomas and are from Calgary, Red Deer mark! and Edmonton. In the centre, Elsa Schulz, director of the Correspondence School; Dr. A spiritual retreat, in October at Milton Peverini, the speaker of the Spanish Voice of Prophecy and Pastor Victor Schulz, Foothills Camp, involved the whole speaker of the Radiography of Life radio program. church, but with emphasis on Youth. Todd Miller, the new Youth secretary of God has blessed in a remarkable way graphy of Life" has become very popular. the Alberta Conference was the special the Edmonton Spanish church during this The Spanish Voice of Prophecy also is speaker. year. A daily radio broadcast, "Radio- now on the air and a Bible Correspond-

his baptism in New Westminster, B.C. by Parry Sound S.D.A. Church. Her brother When Joseph Came Pastor David Ellis, March 4, 1995. in-law is also studying for baptism. Home His mother Linda Barron in Oakville Joseph flew in from Vancouver on July was amazed by the frequent phone calls 14, 1995 and along with his parents When Joseph Barron returned to she received from what had seemed a attended the Hamilton Mountain S.D.A. Oakville, Ontario from Vancouver to visit wayward son, and couldn't believe he Church, where they gave their story. We his parents John and Linda Barron last had been baptized and joined an unfamil- rejoice at how the Holy Spirit has January, he did not realize the chain of iar church. Wondering what her son was wrought miracles in this family. events which would follow. After an into now, she decided to investigate this Lois Kaytor absence of two years one expected a long strange religion, and was fortunate to live visit was indicated, but on sudden almost across from the Bronte S.D.A. impulse he returned to visit a friend. Church, which she visited cautiously. The On arriving back in Vancouver his church, pastored by Jack Friesen was very friend said: "Please come to church with friendly and she felt at home. Net 95 was Hear me." He went and found himself giving in progress. She was impressed by what out brochures for a Prophecy Seminar by she heard and saw, and was baptized on Leo Schreven. He also was drawn to March 25, 1995. Sharon attend this event, which ultimately led to The family then heard that It Is Written was sponsoring a Prophecy Seminar by in Leo Schreven, in Hamilton on April 26, 1995. When Joseph in Vancouver heard Concert about it he phoned his father and said: Christian singer/recording artist, "Dad, please go to just one meeting, and if you don't like it, don't go back." This Sharon Janes Foreman, will present an resulted in his father and brother George inspirational concert on Friday, Nov- attending; and in their baptisms on May ember 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the College 31, 1995 by Pastors Adam Bujak and Park S.D.A. Church, 1164 King Street Leroy Corkum. George now attends the East, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 1H9. The Barrie church. concert will feature some well-known Linda Barron gave the tapes of the Prophecy Seminar to her mother-in-law, favourites as well as selections from Viola Barron, in Britt, Ontario. Now she is Sharon's recently released album, We John , Linda and Joseph Barron. planning to be baptized and joining the Have Won.

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Newfoundland

Camp Meeting _Celebrates Centennial Heritage by David R. Streifling

Trudy J. Morgan (far left) author, accepts a standing ovation from the cast and audience at the play "Mrs. Pippy's Story".

From Monday, July 24 to Sabbath, July 3TM 31. The Camp Meeting theme song, thing for everyone including special daily 30 Woody Acres Campground, Southwest "I Know Whom I Have Believed" reflect- programs for children and youth. Pond, was the setting for Newfoundland's ed this backward and forward look. Thursday afternoon and evening were 100th Anniversary Camp Meeting. The Special guests for the occasion includ- dedicated to social interaction—a whale work of the Seventh-day Adventist ed: Alfred McClure, President of the watching tour in Bay Bulls and a special Church in the Dominion of North American Division; Athal Tolhurst, evening program "Newfoundland Time" Newfoundland began in 1895. Mrs. Anna Undersecretary, General Conference; featuring traditional Newfoundland cul- Pippy was the first baptized member, Gerry Karst, Assistant to the General ture and humour. Elder S.J. Hersum the first pastor, and Conference President; Orville Parchment, On Sabbath afternoon a play "Mrs. Elizabeth Milley the first church school President, SDA Church in Canada; Henry Pippy's Story", written by Trudy J. teacher; the school being in the living Feyerabend, It Is Written Associate Morgan and directed by Kevin Noble told room of Mrs. Pippy's home. This Camp Speaker; Clifford Patterson, Treasurer, the story of those early years of Meeting was an occasion for special nos- ADRA Canada; George Dronen, Pacific Adventism in Newfoundland through the talgic recollection as friends and former Press Publishing Association; Steve Little, eyes of Mrs. Pippy, as she might tell it if Newfoundlanders gathered for fellow- Canadian Union College; and Ralph she could come back and visit us today. ship and spiritual renewal. Janes, Kingsway College. We were espe- The accompanying photographs repre- Our theme "As He Has Led Us In The cially happy to welcome two former sent a few of the memories taken home by Past" was derived from Ellen White's Newfoundland presidents, Ray A. those who attended Camp Meeting 1995 statement "We have nothing to fear for the Matthews and Gerry Karst. at Woody Acres. future except as He has led us in the past." Throughout the week there was some-

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Mrs. Amy MacBay and Mr. John During "Newfoundland Time"Brent Fifield (right) sings "Trinity Cake" assisted Janes, longest and oldest church by Trudy J. Morgan and Jennifer Morgan. members respectively, in atten- dance at the ceremony.

Male Quartet-Elder Henry Feyerabend, Elder Alfred McClure, Elder Gerry Karst, Elder Athal Tolhurst.

Youth Division with Mr. & Mrs. Steve Little and Peter Mackey.

Athal Tolhurst telling the Mission Story during Sabbath School.

Elder David Crook, Elder Orville Parchment and Clifford Patterson with the three top Ingatherers in Newfoundland-Mrs. Maggie Langdon, Botwood; Mrs. Olive Hunt, Corner Brook; and Mrs. Frances Butler, Botwood. The 100th Anniversary Cake.

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Women of Integrity Integrity if we do not take a stand for From Ph.D. to M.O.M. what is right, however painful that may Under the capable leadership of be. Sharon Wasyliuk, the Okanagan Valley A Friday evening Agape supper, a Women's Ministries Leaders sponsored Sabbath potluck and beautiful, beautiful the first annual Women's Weekend. The music rounded out the weekend and theme Women of Integrity brought togeth- made it special. An interactive evening by er close to 500 women on September 15 Dorothy Watts concluded our time togeth- and 16. er. We are already looking forward to our Academic scholar, Dr. Madeline second annual Women's Weekend. Haldeman from La Sierra University was Jill Rhynard the guest speaker for the weekend. Orchard City Church Weekend participants were fascinated by her depth of knowledge, her interpreta- Richmond Baptism tion of scripture and her thought provok- 1 ing ideas. s Dr. Haldeman discussed how women k of the first century were oppressed, but shared that much of what Jesus did here on earth reaffirmed the worth of all Dr. Carole and husband, Don with Candice women. As Women of Integrity we need Marie Brousson Anderson. to see oppression for what it is, we need to stand up to oppression and we need to This has been a memorable and excit- empower women who are in oppressive ing year for Don and Carole Anderson, situations to make changes in their lives. associate pastor team at Vancouver We cannot call ourselves Women of Central church. After years of hitting the The last Sabbath of Camp Meeting at books, the hard work finally paid off for Hope, BC Niko Geneblaza, Shawna them when she was granted her Ph.D. by Takahashi, and Samuel Bona, were bap- Andrews University, February 28 (we tized by Pastor Tony DaCosta. These three include husband Don because academic young people gladly committed their lives success is a family effort, demanding lots to Jesus. May they be a witness as they of patience and loving support from all serve in the Richmond Congregation. the family). Before the smiles and congratulations had faded, Candice Marie Brousson Anderson decided that Mom had enjoyed the limelight long enough and it was time Rutland Baptism for her to make an appearance, which she did on May 10. So Dr. Carole became Dr. The individuals pictured below were bap- Mom. Even Candice's totally unbiased tized as a result of Net '95 evangelistic Dad had to admit this was a beautiful meetings held in the Kelowna Seventh-day Madeline Haldeman and Jill Rhynard, Adventist Church. Left to right: Dean Paul, young lady. Master of Ceremonies. Anna Argueta, Nancy Argueta, Carlos Our double congratulations to our Argueta (Pastor Allan Robertson) Nadia Associate Pastor family. We look for big Gilbert, Bertrand Vaillencourt and Bill things from this threesome. Walraven.

First Lady of BC Conference with one of the littlest ladies in attendance, Danielle Diminytsz.

16 Messenger / November 1995 Creationism Series Jesus. It was vividly apparent that Once again a large crowd is expected through the creationism topics to open the this January at the Theatre of Burnaby Slated Again for series, many "secular minded" came and South. Professionally produced video and Vancouver were hearing the gospel who might never audio tapes and printed lectures will be have otherwise attended. People's lives made available for order. Please contact: With the recent crackdown on teaching were changed and a number of baptisms Amazing Discoveries, PO Box 189, 7101-C of creationism in the BC science curricu- resulted. - 120th St., Delta, BC V4E 2A9 (604) 572- lum, Educational Minister, Art Because of the vibrant success in 9457 or FAX (604) 599-9949. Anyone in Charbonneau, has ruffled not just a few attracting a crowd with appeal to the sec- Canada interested in booking Dr. Veith for feathers. It has been a "hot issue" in the ular-minded a group of laymen who a series during his 1997 Sabbatical year BC press. Not surprising is the broad pub- encouraged this initiative in 1993, have may also send such request to the above lic interest in a topic that never quite formed the Amazing Discoveries address. Please join us in prayer for God seems to go away. It appears that people Committee. Along with support from the to use this January series to awaken peo- from all walks of life are vitally interested BC Conference, this group is planning to ple to God's last day message to the in origins. sponsor Walter Veith again in Vancouver world. That was strikingly proven two years this coming January 5-27. ago when Dr. Walter Veith held a unique evangelistic seminar in BC's Lower Mainland. A pre-series appearance on a popular radio talk show that answered call-in questions from the public, elevated Conference News interest in attendance at the opening meeting. Additionally, the distribution of Student Baptized Church. Elder Robert Lehmann baptized over 200,000 handbills resulted in a capac- Joseph. May the Lord continue to bless ity crowd at the 1260 seater Massey Joseph as he commences his first year at Auditorium, a crowd that kept returning Canadian Union College night after night. The creation v. evolution evangelistic series by university professor, Veith, marked the first in Canada of his presen- Fifth Annual Women's tations, which were rather controversial in that they were tackling the foundational Retreat theories of modern science. The Fifth Annual Seventh-day As head of the Zoology Department of Adventist Christian Women's Retreat was the University of the Western Cape, South held the weekend of September 22-24, Africa, Walter Veith's convincing presen- 1995, at Keddy's Motor Inn, Dartmouth, tations, from the first night on, left many Ryan Williams, a student of River Valley Adventist School and son of Kenneth and Nova Scotia. Seventy-four ladies from seriously wondering if mainstream sci- Sadie Williams, was baptized by Pastor Jun New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince ence has indeed overlooked some signifi- Ravelo on June 24, 1995, at the Zealand Edward Island attended. This year the cant facts. With visual on-screen support, Seventh-day Church during a joint wor- Seventh-day Adventist Church is celebrat- Veith led his audience to examine facts ship service of the Harvey, Fredericton, and ing the "Year of the Adventist Woman." dealing with such issues as the geological Zealand churches. Ryan was received into We were delighted to have not one or two the Fredericton church fellowship. column, the fossil record and biochemical women giving presentations and seminars origin. but ten! Each of the seminar presenters Like so many others who have aban- Moncton Baptism and speakers was a Director of Women's doned their one-time position as evolu- Ministry. They are as follows: tionists, Veith's life was turned around Elizabeth Sterndale through a series of unusual interventions Junell Vance of God. Converted from hardened athe- Jean Parchment ism, he now uses his prominent universi- Norma Sahlin ty position to invite students to critically Cynthia Prime analyze the "cracks in the evolutionary Evelyn Glass facade" and fill or replace them with the Betty Rayl acceptance of creation as an act of God Yvette Chong and discovering that God is their personal Evie VandeVere Saviour. Nola Home As the series progressed, with an aver- age attendance of 900 nightly, presenta- Joseph Azzopardi, son of Joe and Arlene Each attendee was able to attend three tions evolved to the more traditional Azzopardi of Riverview, New Brunswick, of the five seminars, and all of the presen- evangelistic topics on the everlasting took his stand for the Lord in baptism on tations. gospel, the three angels' messages, August 19, 1995, in a lovely vesper service Lerena Richards Biblical prophecy and the teachings of at the Moncton Seventh-day Adventist

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uebec/ Man-Sask.

First Amazing Facts Lay Evangelist Seminar company was a regular and earnest atten- dant. On Sabbath, July 1st, he was bap- tized in a beautiful lake in St-Matthieu. Now the Val d'Or Church is happy to welcome ten new interests thanks to that crusade. In addition, two weekly Revelation study groups have started in Val d'Or and in Malartic and new people keep coming in. Thank you Jesus for being with small companies of believers accord- ing to your promise.

Saskatoon Baptism

Lay Evangelists' Seminar September 17, 1995, Camp Val d'Espoir, Quebec.

Eighty people from across the province teach the bold, uncompromising truth of of Quebec, two from Ontario and one His Word. When Pastor Louis Torres, from Belgium participated in the Amazing Facts Director of Training, made "Amazing Facts Lay Evangelist Weekend the final appeal, 44 committed themselves Seminar" between September 15-17, 1995. to conduct their own evangelistic series, This was organized and hosted by the 12 were eager to give Bible studies and the Personal Ministries Department of the others to be involved in evangelism. On August 19, Sabbath morning, Louise Quebec Conference at the Camp Val Following this seminar a "Lay Redden was accepted into the Saskatoon d'Espoir. Evangelist's Club" is being organized and Central Seventh-day Adventist Church on Profession of Faith; and her daughter, The participants learned how to preach a newsletter will be published as a means Charissa, was baptized, professing publicly the transforming power of God's love and of communication. their faith in Jesus Christ. Pastor Brian Hawes officiated. Abitibi, A Small Group With A Big Impact Try It-You'll Like It A "Meatless Taste-In" at the Swift Current mall was planned to make the community aware of the S.D.A. Church and its purpose in helping people of this area with improved health principles. As we were setting up our station in the mall, a young man with a tape recorder stopped by. We thought it was the local reporter but it was a CBC news- caster. He was intensely interested in our food samples and set up an interview on CBC. Pastor & Mrs. Kempert were given time to answer questions about our Pastor Jean Leclerc baptizes Leo Laramme in Abitibi. church and about a meatless diet. The local reporter never did show up The three angels message was heard in A series of 22 conferences entitled but instead God provided province-wide the Val d'Or community thanks to a cru- Prophetic Discoveries drew 20-25 people coverage through this CBC interview. We sade launched by the Abitibi company led nightly from all faiths. Mr. Leo Laramme heartily recommend that others try this by Pastor Jean Leclerc. who was already a friend of the Abitibi exciting outreach in their communities.

18 Messenger / November 1995 Mountain-Andrews moge by Raymond 0. West, M.D. Baptism

Anxiety-Prologue to Death

No one yet has ever enjoyed being told "it's all in your head" when he com- plained of symptoms that suggested ill- ness. Fewer yet have wanted to hear "it's only your nerves." Nonetheless, in recent years stress has become a popular expres- sion, and anxiety seems to be "in." June 24, 1995 was a special day for Anxiety episodes, panic attacks—finally Margret Kehler, Shelby Lykianchuk, and we common people seem able to believe Norman Ciastko as they became part of the that environmental stresses can indeed Mountain-Andrews SDA Church. They make us feel ill even when the body is were baptized by Pastor John Wesley. anatomically and physiologically correct. It's not new; it's just that it is now pop- ular. Nothing's changed except the words. No, I don't like to be told it's all in my head, but I don't seem to mind being told that "your headaches and fatigue are Now, what of the study, its results? caused by anxiety." Read on and be impressed. Those men Well, so much for the change in words. who conceded to two (or more) of these But is it really true? Can anxiety make us anxiety symptoms were almost twice as ill? Indeed, even more than that, anxiety likely to die of a fatal heart attack. And it can destroy life itself. gets worse! These same anxious men were Since 1961 there has been an ongoing four and one-half times as likely to die of study in that venerable city of Boston. For sudden death as their fellow citizens who 32 years over 2,000 men have been inves- claimed no anxiety symptoms. tigated to determine what effect (if any) So in the case of anxiety, it's not all "in anxiety might have on one's health and the head"; it's in the heart as well. This longevity. Way back at the baseline screen- study forges a definite link, a tie between ing, the men were asked to answer some the heart and the head. Yes, "nerves can straightforward questions—questions cause swerves in the highways of health." On August 5, 1995 John and Maren Lenard designed to rate whether they were anx- So what's the liberator? Have we no dedicated their lives to God through bap- ious, stress-filled individuals, or quiet, antidote for anxiety? What about medi- tism. They were baptized by Pastor John relaxed, and placid. cines—the tranquilizers, sedatives and Wesley in the Mountain-Andrews SDA These were the questions: soporifics? Sure, they can help—a preven- Church. 1. Do strange people or places make tive arm for support over some rough you afraid? spots. But they're temporary only; not the 2.Are you constantly keyed up and jit- long-term answer. How can we cure anxi- tery? ety? Ultimately, there's only one answer. Missing Member 3. Do you often become suddenly True believers have found it. Seek it in scared for no good reason? The Iron Bridge S.D.A. Church is ancient Hebrew literature. Translated, it 4. Do you often break out in a cold looking for Roger Cain. Anyone hav- goes something like this: "Thou wilt keep sweat? ing information regarding this indi- him in perfect peace, whose mind is Notice the trend; from simply being vidual please contact Shirley Brock at stayed on thee." We neglect communion fearful on up to actually having bodily 705-843-2398. Thank You. with our Creator at our peril. The best symptoms like breaking out in a cold tranquilizer is trust. sweat.

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until 1962 at which time they (Pat), Keith (Barb), and Milton Nigel A. (Cheryl), were all present, together decided to immigrate to with thirteen grandchildren and two '95 FORD arrives! Brian and Penny Ford great-grandchildren, to celebrate tthis Buxton Canada and under the influ- (nee Allen) were delighted and relieved at joyful occassion. the arrival of their daughter, MacKenzie ence of Dr. Irwin Horsley they Ken and Aliooce wish to thank their Elaine, who was born May 24, 1995 in Church family and many friends for 1909-1995 joined the staff of the Branson Oshawa, Ontario. the love and support shown to thlelm Hospital. GRAHAM-Alan and Patti (nee Melanson) over the years. We are thankful for the positive Christian influence of Ken Dr. Nigel Buxton was born After 27 years of service at welcomed their daughter, Emma Beth, on August 6, 1995, at Moncton, New and Alice and wish them many more in London, England on the Branson returned to South Brunswick. happy years together. River, Ontario. In February, January 28, 1909. JESKE-Daniel and Rhondalee are proud to Nigel obtained his college 1995 he suffered a stroke from announce the birth of their first child-a 60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY daughter, Kayla Robin, on September 21, and medical degrees in which he never recovered. He 1995, at Slave Lake, Alberta. England. He attended Trinity slipped peacefully to rest on LAMBERT-Randle and Arlene (Bannister) College obtaining his Bachelor June 15, 1995 to await the welcomed the arrival of Kyle Arthur, born Lifegiver's return. on June 19, 1995 in Juneau, Alaska, now of Arts degree in 1931, and his residing in Moscow, Idaho. medical degree from the He was a friend to all and will be missed by all who knew MARCHUK-Randy and Norma (nee Ens) University of Cambridge in are pleased to announce the birth of a 1937. During World War II he him. The funeral service was daughter, Cassandra Marion, born on August 15, 1995 in Calgary, Alberta. served as captain in the British conducted by Pastor Dennis HARRY AND MILDRED SAMOGRAD Heintz, assisted by Pastor MOFFITT-Richard and Deanna (nee Medical Corp located in India. Embleton) are pleased to announce the birth The wedding of Harry and Mildred took It was during this period that Piper. Interment was at Bow's of their son, Benjamin Richard, on August place at the Mymam S.D.A. Church on 26, 1995, at Fredericton, New Brunswick. September 1, 1935, and was performed by he became acquainted with Cemetery, South River, Elder Ruminson. The Samograds fanned in Pastor Collette at Spicer Ontario. PALINKA-Born to Archie and Sandra Mymam and Innisfree districts and then (Curtis) a daughter, Bethany Arden, on May moved to Edmonton in 1958. Harry was in College and on February 10, 25, 1995. the trucking business in Edmonton and he 1945 he was baptized into still farms at Innisfree. Mildred has been a PAUL-Don and Michaelynn (nee Bazzy) are homemaker and seamstress. Both Harry and Christ and the Seventh-day Pleased to announce the birth of their twin Mildred are life long Seventh-day EUROPEAN TOUR sons, Zachrey Kirk and Ryan Elliot, Adventists. Adventist Church while still in September 26, 1995, Beavercreek, Oregon. They have two daughters, Viola India. Spend 26 glorious days (Warren) Luchene of Vancouver and Dianne PINSCH-Bom to Dianne and John Pinsch of (George) Hedgecock of Edmonton, and four He was released from the touring Europe! Visit Grande Prairie, Alberta, a daughter, Allison grandchildren. Rose, on May 9, 1995. Their secret to a long and happy mar- army and returned to England. London, Brussels, ried life has been to do everything together There he offered his services to Amsterdam, Lucerne, and to stay active. Harry and Mildred were honored by the S.D.A. church family of the church, and a year later Innsbruck, Vienna, Venice, Edmonton Central on September 9, 1995. returned to India as a mission- Rome, Naples, Florence, ary. Nice, Lyon and Paris. 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GOLDEN WEDDING He met Elmira Richli who Airfare included. Discounts was from the United States for triple accommodation attending language school, and 17 and under. Call or Vincent Hill Academy at write for brochure. Landour in the Himalayan mountains. Elmira had Date: July 25-August 19, 1996. received her medical training in California. They were both assigned to Surat Mission Call: Wendolin Munroe, (403) 782-3381 ext. 240 Hospital where Nigel took up LOU AND JANE GOBITS Canadian Union College KEN AND ALICE CARLEY the duties of director. Two Lou and Jane met 57 years ago in Amster- (403) 782-4310 (home) Ken Carley first met Alice Galey at years later they were married, dam (Holland). (403) 782-4310 (fax) Saskatoon in 1943. October 17, 1945, During the war years they were sepa- March 23 1948. Two sons they were married and set up their first rated for a couple of years, but found each farm home near Kindersley, other again in 1944. They were married David Edson and John Arthur Write Cottage Tours, Saskatchewan. They retired in September 5, 1945. They came to Canada in and one girl, Louise Elizabeth W. Munroe, Battleford in 1981. 1958 with six children and had three more. 31 Dickens Lane On August 6, 1995, the family and At present they have 21 grandchildren. were born to this union. friends of Ken and Alice gathered at An open-house was planned by their With a one year furlough in Lacombe, AB T4L 1S3 the farm of their daughter and son-in- children and many of their friends and law, Lorraine and Bill Geates, to hon- church family bestowed their love and good between they served the needs (9, 11, 1, 2) our their 50 years together. Their five wishes on this special occasion. of the Ranchi Mission Hospital children, Wayne, Lorraine (Bill), Glen Lou and Jane are members of the Sarnia Church.

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Mrs. Beckett's three children and families The funeral service was held at the and five daughters: Judy Toop, Janet attended the service. Left to mourn their loss Beauvallon S.D.A. Church with Pastors Les Kindopp, Cheryl Theodora, Cathy Kositsin, 10 also, are six grandchildren and three great- Sayler and Roy Jamieson officiating. and Debbie Ivany. She will also be sadly grandchildren. Melvin awaits the call of Jesus at the Pobida BENNETT - BREWER missed by her brother, Sam MacEachem, her Cemetery at Beauvallon. six grandsons and one granddaughter, and a On September 23, 1995, Lisa Denise Brewer, DOWN-Elsie Lynn was born March 27,1954 host of family and friends. daughter of Carroll and Betty Brewer of in Sarnia Ontario. She passed away in St. SMITH-John Curtis was born in Port Aux Funeral services were held September Zealand, New Brunswick, and Martin Joseph's Hospital, Chatham on September Basque, Newfoundland, on April 8, 1906, (Marty) Gerard Bennett, son of Martin and 18, 1995, at the Carleton Place SDA Church, 15, 1995. and passed away at his home in New with Pastor Manuel Silva officiating, assisted Maisie Bennett of Deer Lake, She is survived by her parents, Orville Glasgow, Nova Scotia, on September 21, by Pastor David Toop. She was laid to rest in Newfoundland, were united in marriage by and Sheila Down; her sisters, Joyce Whitty 1995. John worked at the George Street the Auld Kirk Cemetery. Pastor Jun Ravelo. Marty and Lisa have and Alison Woodward; and by one brother, Market for 43 years. John is survived by his made their home in Zealand. Kenneth. loving wife, Ruth; two daughters, Pearl WHITEHEAD-Wilfird Arthur Whitehead A memorial service was held in the LeBlanc and Heather Harrington; eight GANSON - FRY was born in Victoria, B.C. on April 14, 1910, Chapel at Southwestern Regional Centre. grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. and passed away at his home on September Tracy Fry and Clayton Ganson were Chaplain Gloria Joshua, assisted by Pastor His funeral service was conducted by Pastor united in marriage September 10, 1995 in 24, 1995. Funeral services were conducted by Steve Villeneuve and Chaplain Doupe, con- Roger Couty in the New Glasgow SDA Pastor Leslie Neal at Parkland Funeral Edmonton, Alberta. The wedding service ducted the service. Church and he was laid to rest in the Home in Stony Plain. Wilfird awaits the took place at the Hotel MacDonald in Abercrombie Cemetery. Master's trumpet call at the Onoway Edmonton and was performed by Pastor KURTZ-Sheila M. Kurtz was born Community Cemetery. Don Corkum, President of the Alberta November 23, 1938 and died September 17, TETZ-Blanche Isabel (Palmer) born July 24, Conference. Left to mourn are his wife, Mary; three 1995 after a painful battle with cancer. She 1901, in Selby, South Dakota, died August 9, sons; Ray, Clancy and Larry; nine grandchil- Clayton is the son of Dr. & Mrs. Reo served faithfully as a pastor's wife for 23 1995 in Lacombe, Alberta. She married dren, six great grandchildren, and one broth- Ganson of Washington, D.C. and Tracy is the years. She worked at the Hinsdale Hospital Albert Tetz July 11, 1922. He predeceased her er, Arvid. daughter of Terry and Jodi Fry of Edmonton. in Hinsdale, Illinois from 1980-1990. Her in 1994. Blanche is survived by three sons: The Gansons are setting up their home quiet unassuming faithful Christian life Wilford, Emmett, and Bob; two daughters: in Edmonton where Clayton has resumed YATES-Alice Emily was born on March 7, touched the lives of all who knew her. Alberta Martin and Lou Ann Mandzuik; 17 his engineering studies at the U of A. Tracy is 1909 in Birmingham, England. She died in Memorial services were conducted by grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren employed by Wilmar Windows. Kamloops, B.C. on August 27, 1995. Alice Elder Mark Finley at the Kane Funeral Home and one sister. married Emil Brunsgaard on September, in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada. Graveside Services were held in the Seventh-day 1930. She became a charter member of the KNUTSON - TARANGLE services were held at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Adventist Church, College Heights, Alberta Kamloops Seventh-day Adventist Church On September 2, 1995 Wanda Mernelle College Place, Washington. She leaves, to on August 14, 1995. on February 10, 1968, having been baptized Tarangle and Kevin Knutson were united in mourn her death, her husband Elder Alvin marriage in the United Church in Mannville, a few years prior to that date. L. Kurtz of the Willowdale S.D.A. Church, TOOP-Grace Toop was born May 4, 1918, in Left to mourn her death are four daugh- Alberta. The wedding was attended by her son Dale Kurtz of New York City, and Toronto, Ontario, and passed away many family members and friends. Wanda is ters and two sons as well as grandchildren her daughter Colleen Reim of Insch, September 14, 1995, in Amprior, Ontario. the daughter of Tim and Myma Tarangle of and great-grandchildren. Scotland. She was an active member of the Carleton Edmonton and Kevin is the son of Mrs. Pearl A memorial service for Alice was held Place SDA Church, and loved her volunteer on Thursday, August 31 in the Kamloops Knutson of Mannville. Wanda and Kevin MILLER-Lawrence Roscoe was born work with the Hospital Auxiliary. will make their home in Calgary, Alberta. Seventh-day Adventist Church conducted October 20, 1905 at Sciata, Illinois and died She leaves to mourn her husband Harry, by Pastor Steve Yaceyko and assisted by on September 10, 1995 at Red Deer, Alberta. OAKLEY - MARTIN He lived in Tugaske, Saskatchewan and Dawn Martin and Eric Oakley were united Kelowna, B.C. where he joined the S.D.A. in marriage on 18 June 1995. This beautiful Church. afternoon ceremony was held in the He married Lena Mae Moulton on Camarillo Seventh-day Adventist Church, December 17, 1931 and to this union three California. Dawn is the daughter of Ron and children were born. Lena passed to her rest Darlene Martin who live in Ojai, California. after a short illness. In 1951 Lawrence mar- CLASSIFIEDS Eric is the son of Edwin and Shirley Oakley ried Annie Werk. They had two daughters. from Victoria, British Columbia. The happy Lawrence was employed at Branson couple are currently living in Rochester, Hospital in Ontario and at Sunnyside CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING: 50 in the areas of music theory, string New York. Eric is pursuing a dental special- Nursing Home in Saskatoon. words or less - $16.50 per issue, methods, orchestra, and string perfor- ty in periodontics and Dawn is working as a His survivors include his wife Annie; 30t each additional word. DIS- mance. Applicant must have a doctor- nutrition specialist. four daughters, Shirley Tetz, Elaine Padella, PLAY ADVERTISING (Camera ate in music or be committed to pur- Carrol Von Gunten and Jenna Spenst; nine suing one, be committed to conduct WALL - CAMPBELL grandchildren, four great grandchildren and Ready); $16.50 per column inch, Darcy John Wall, son of Mr. & Mrs. John Wall 1 / 4 page $180.00, 1 / 3 page research in the field, and be willing to a host of relatives and friends. teach within the context of of Jaffray, B.C. and Jennifer Campbell were Lawrence rests in Fairview Cemetery. $240.00, 1 / 2 page $350.00, 1 full married on August 5, 1995 in the Vanderhoof page $570.00, $240 extra per Seventh-day Adventist higher educa- Bill Spangler, Stan Gallant and Ian Cotton tion. Send curriculum vitae to: Vice S.D.A. Church. Jennifer's parents are Mr. & officiated. colour. DISCOUNTS; 10% dis- Mrs. Rick Campbell of Clucuz Lake, B.C. count for three or more consecu- President for Academic Adminis- The newlyweds are also making their home tive insertions without copy tration, Canadian Union College, 235 NICKERSON-Donald Hartley Fletcher was College Avenue, College Heights, AB, in Clucuz Lake. born in Brass Hill, Nova Scotia, on July 4, changes. FOR OUT OF UNION T4L 2E5. (5 / 96) 1918, and passed to his rest in Barrington on ADVERTISING the above quoted September 17, 1995. Don was a public school figures are U.S. dollars. TRAVEL-Carl and Cindy Chin offer teacher from 1952 until his retirement in MISCELLANEOUS STIPULA- their services in VACATION TRAV- 1981. He was a member of the Oak Park TIONS; 1) Payment should accom- EL; Charters; Package and 11411'410;. Church, and was very supportive of the pany all advertising. 2) All adver- REACH International program for under- tising should come to us with local Independent Holidays; Cruises; Trains (worldwide), BUSINESS BECKETT-Daisy Mary and her husband, privileged children. conference approval. 3) Deadline TRAVEL; Ticket Delivery; Car Rental; Thomas, came to Victoria from Don is survived by his wife, Ruth; son, for material - 15th of the month for Hotel Reservations; INTERNATION- Saskatchewan in 1947. Predeceased by her Roger; granddaughter, Rhonda; and one the following month. NOTE: The AL and GROUP TRAVEL; Processing husband by several years, Daisy moved into brother. The funeral service was conducted publisher accepts no responsibili- of Passport and Visa Documents. an apartment block where Mr. and Mrs. Ed by Pastor Caleb assisted by Jack LeBlanc and ty for categorical or typographical Bayview Travel Centre Ltd., 5440 Mobey, invited her to have Bible studies. She interment was at Riverdale Cemetery. errors, nor liability for the adver- Yonge St., Unit 3, Willowdale, Ont. joined the local Adventist church three years tisements. later. SAYLER-Melvin was born on September 29, M2N 5R8. (416) 223-3344. As Daisy's health deteriorated, she 1926 and passed to his rest on August 1, Ii became confined to a nursing home until she 1995. ADOPTION—SDA couple pray to passed away on September 8, 1995. He will be greatly missed by his loving CANADIAN UNION COLLEGE adopt children. Please contact Mr. & A memorial service was conducted by wife Kate (Misik); three children: Allen, seeks applications for a faculty posi- Mrs. J. Belinsky, 74 Clarke Cres. S.E., Pastor Don Stoyanowski on September 14 at Wayne and Elaine; eleven grandchildren as tion in music to begin September 1, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 1S1. the Victoria Seventh-day Adventist Church. well as many dear friends. 1996. This position involves teaching Telephone 403-528-4563. 2 /96

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