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ECPublication of the Southwestern ORI) Union Conference of Seventh day Adventists October 1999 contents Advertising 33 Announcements 34 The crime of being voting Arkansas-Louisiana he speaker at Ozark Academy's fall receive the same kind of discouragement, week of prayer in 1957 was a tall, yet you continue to "sally forth." And as Conference News 13 T lanky pastor, Lawrence Scales from you go, you do travel with advantages. the Keene church. The relevance of his You're young, usually enjoy good health Editorial 2 sermons captivated us students with titles and have a "clean slate." You have the such as "99 and 44/100% Pure," "Baby opportunity to get an education. You Buggy Religion," and "Cirrhosis of the have greater influence on your peers than Feature 3 Giver." One sermon in particular gripped most older persons can have. You can me— "The Crime of Being Young." build a kind and honest reputation. You Scales told the story of Samuel can develop positive habits of study, Milestones 31 Hawkins, one of 21 American soldiers thought and prayer, and you have years who stayed in communist China at the to nurture these habits. Obituaries 35 end of the Korean War. When he finally "Right actions are the unmistakable returned to the United States and his fruit of true godliness," Ellen White home in Oklahoma, he was asked why he wrote in Messages to Young People, p. 377. Oklahoma received more attention than the others. As youth you have the opportunity to tes- Conference News 18 He replied, "I suppose it was because I tify of the good that is happening to you, was the youngest in the group." how your lives are being changed, made The Apostle Paul wrote, "Let no pure and elevated, as you look to Jesus. Southwest Region man despise thy youth; but be thou an Yours can be a life of glory and happiness Conference News 19 example of the believers, in word, in con- because of your relationship with the versation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in Saviour. purity" (I Timothy 4:12). The NIV Bible I remember the conclusion of Elder SWAU 30 translation reduces the six areas of exam- Scales' sermon on the "Crime of Being ple into five: "speech, life, love, faith, and Young." He told the story of a three-year- purity" old boy who wandered from home to a Southwestern Union David was a young man who serves building site nearby. As he was climbing Conference News 12 as an example. When he was sent with the ladder to the roof, his mother saw supplies to his brothers, who along with him. She screamed in fear, nearly causing other Israelite soldiers were cowering in the boy to fall. However, a carpenter on Sunset Calendar 31 fear of Goliath, his brother Eliab remon- the roof quickly sized up the situation strated him. "I know how conceited you and said, "Look up here, sonny. Come on Texas are and how wicked your heart is; you up. You can make it." The little fellow Conference News 24 came down only to watch the battle" (I was soon safe in the arms of the carpen- Samuel 17:28). And in verse 33, King Saul ter. told him, "You are not able to go out Elder Scales concluded his sermon Texico against this Philistine and fight him; you by saying, "Young people, everyone Conference News 27 are only a boy, and he has been a fighting thinks you're going to fall off the ladder. man from his youth." But keep your eyes on the Carpenter of Despite armor that didn't fit, the Nazareth, and you discouragement of his siblings, a negative won't fall." king, and an Israeli army that apparently That was thought he was stupid, David sallied forth good counsel courageously. It's easy to remember in 1957, and David's great victory over Goliath, but it is still often we forget that before his great con- good coun- quest, he received only discouragement. sel today. About the Cover: Young people, often today you Fireworks marking the end of the Discover the Power Pathfinder STEVE GIFFORD, Camporee were captured on film by C. Elwyn Platner, PRESIDENT Pacific Union communication director. TEXAS CONFERENCE

Vol. 98, No. 10. The Southwestern Union Record is a monthly publication of the Seventh-day Adventist churches of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Texas published at the headquarters office of the Southwestern Union Conference, Box 4000, 717 South Budeson Boulevard, Budeson, Texas 76097. Subscription price is $10. Our teens... fl most precious possession Lei's treasure themf s a youth pastor I have the opportuni- he gave direction to those who would us...we will tell the next generation the ty to observe how the curse of sin has lead Israel after him. Verse 14 gives this praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his ti damaged the hearts of young people counsel. "Now fear the Lord and serve power, and the wonders he has done...so and their families. I have had parents ask him with all faithfulness. Throw away the the next generation would know them, me how they can help their teens resist gods your forefathers worshiped beyond even the children yet to be born, and they the overwhelming temptations around the river and in Egypt, and serve the in turn would tell their children." them, how they can help them grow in Lord." These words are still applicable To be a parent who has influence on Christ and what a reasonable approach is today. your teen, you must have a relationship to winning their children's confidence • Before you can show love for your with God that you can share with your and respect. teen you must recognize that a healthy family. If all you're doing is laying down There are as many approaches to and happy home is the work of God. empty traditions, if you're just going to answering these questions as there are He provided the way for ancient Israel; church because it's habit and not with a parents. However, I have observed some so too will He provide the way for heart seeking to continue daily fellowship broad principles that definitely are not modern families to succeed. with Christ, then your teen will know effective: • Every family has to be willing to set that all this God talk is just that—talk. aside those things that have taken away • Indulgence-Give them whatever they As you commit yourself to God want and when they want it, then from the integrity of the family. If then you can hope to lead your children everything will be fine. there is anything that is more impor- to God. Interestingly enough, I believe tant to you than your family, you must that once parents have a committed rela- • Ignorance-As long as parents don't leave it behind-on the other side of the tionship to God and family, expectations know what's happening, everything "river." If it's your career, job change, of teens will change. If all parents expect must be all right. or status, pray for humility. If it is alco- from them during these years is don't get • Nagging-Nag them to death, and hol or drugs or intemperance, seek pregnant, don't get stoned, or don't get they will do right! help now. thrown in jail, then we're just saying we Joshua continues with his advice in don't expect more than the atheist parent. • Purposelessness-Don't expect any- verse 15: "But if serving the Lord seems Rather, set a godly example, expect noble thing-just let them grow with little undesirable to you, then choose for your- things, praise the good. direction. selves this day whom you will serve, Parents, when you love God sincere- It's probably obvious why these whether the gods your forefathers served ly, you will love your teens as well. They approaches are doomed to failure. beyond the river, or the gods of the will see it and respond positively. Amorites, in whose land you are living. Remember, teens possess an uncanny In general, the most effective But as for me and my household, we will ability to spot a phony from 100 miles approach to helping teens navigate these serve the Lord." away with a patch cov- difficult years and grow in Christ is • You must make a sincere commit- ering one eye through love. Time and again teens have ment to God. No half-hearted service is and looking in shown that love is what they want from acceptable. As a family you must stand another direc- their parents. for God or else you'll be working tion. You Now, just about everyone knows against Him. Use the power of choice must be that teens want to be loved, and I have that Christ has freed you to make. genuine in confidence every parent reading this arti- This sentiment is reinforced in your love cle loves their teen. The problem, there- Psalm 78:1-6. "0 my people, hear my for God and fore, is not that parents don't love their teaching; listen to the words of my for your teens, but rather how that love is shown. mouth...I will utter hidden things, things teens! A scripture passage that provides from of old...what we have heard and tremendous insight into showing true known, what our fathers have told love for teens is found in Joshua 24. After the Israelites had crossed the Jordan River shortly before their leader Joshua's death, KEVIN WELLS, ARLINGTON CHURCH YOUTH PASTOR October 1999 • The Record Our lens... Here they come fin army of youth rightly trained

The Pathfinders. Training to be leaders of the future discovered the power of Jesus at the camporee By Aircraft Association in Project Word and Project Air Power, Richard Dower Oshkosh, Wis., and there allowed the Pathfinders to participate were many "powerful" things in Global Mission projects. For Project to discover. Each evening pro- Word, they not only brought and gram featured a different packed 31,000 Bibles for shipment to topic of discovery, such as the English-speaking countries of Discover the Power of Belize and Guyana, but they also Service, Discover the Power of Healthy Choices, Discover the Power of God's Love, and Discover the Power of Friends. The Sabbath morning program was themed, Discover the Power of Prayer, Bible Study and the Holy Spirit. Every meeting included music, international prayers, drama, and the spo- ken word. Some of the other power-packed activities included a daily air show featuring aerobatics, airplane rides for Pathfinders who had never flown before, a para- chute demonstration, an obstacle course, an honors building, a full scale model of he storm that hit the Pathfinder the sanctuary and a recreation of the camporee on Thursday night is first junior camp, just to name a few. T only one of the many things the Two activities at the camporee, 22,000 attendees will remember from the camporee. When asked what they liked best, the answers were as var- ied as the campers themselves. "I liked having my picture taken with the Burmese python," Jacob said. Jacqueline said that she liked camping out the best. Heidi said, "I liked meeting people from other countries and finding out that they love Jesus, too." Nick said, "I liked earning honors, like building model airplanes and rockets, and trading pins. "Discover the Power" was the theme of the camporee held on the camp grounds of the Experimental 4 donated $14,000 to buy new Bibles and to help with the shipping. Pathfmders from Kenya took 800 Bibles back with them to their country in their luggage. Larry Dalson, founder of Project Word, said, "The Bibles and Steps to Christ books that were sent to those countries will great- ly assist in their mission outreach." At the Project Air Power hanger, sponsored by Adventist World Aviation, Pathfinders helped in the re- building of a Cessna 182 airplane for mission use in southern Guyana. The Pathfinders also donated more than $35,000 to help with the reconditioning of the airplane and have pledged to continue their support of the project. Thousands of Pathfinders spent a morning or afternoon working in the local Oshkosh community. There were nine different community wetland service projects planned, and the area at the Menasha Pathfmders worked so well and so fast Army Corps. Pathfinders cleaned and that community leaders had to scurry re-mulched trails behind the Evergreen to think up three more projects for Retirement Center, and they painted them to do so there would be enough and stained a wooden playground at a work for everyone. The projects city park among the other projects. included cleaning up and restoring.a continued on page 8 ~: ~- .-= Then, on the camporee grounds, and ended with the dedication for mis- in a big hanger, the Pathfinders packed sion service of the nearly completed 1,500 boxes of clothing and personal Project Air Power Cessna 182 by A. C. items at the Adventist Development McClure, president of the North and Relief Agency (ADRA) exhibit for American Division. the refugees of Kosovo. Many clubs How can all of the planning, brought items that they had made or work, fund-raising, vacation time collected to pack in those boxes. As you given up, travel, and activities of the read this story, the things that were camporee be justified? Very simply. packed in those 1,500 boxes have been It was done for our kids. If memo- shipped and are in use in Kosovo. ries from other camporees are any Three major activities dominated indication, our kids will remem- Sabbath afternoon and seemed to put ber this event for the rest of their the camporee activities into perspec- lives, and they will remember tive. The first was a parade of 3,000 that their church cared enough Pathfinders through downtown to provide an experience that Oshkosh which gave a message of was not only great fun, but that drug-free living. The parade was fol- helped them to Discover the lowed by a baptism of 148 Pathfmders, Power of Jesus Christ, the some in their Pathfinder dress uni- true Pathfinder and Master forms, by pastors from local churches Guide. and conferences. Then at 5:30 p.m., a Richard Dower is the editor of fly over by five mission planes gave an the Lake Union Herald impressive display of mission air power

23 Pathfinder photos #1 A Pathfinder club from Orangevale, Cal. lines up for a group shot under the camporee welcome arch. Photo: Brenda Pfeiffer

#2 Tents of all shapes, sizes and colors were found in the various camp villages. Photo: Richard Dower #3 On Thursday night 3,000 people sought refuge from a thunderstorm in the four hangars where the daytime activities took place. Photo: Robert Valencia

#4 Project Air Power, Lake Union, from left: Ed Vance, aircraft mechanic, and Marcio Costa, pilot from Brazil, who will fly the plane to southern Guyana. Photo: Brenda Pfeiffer

#5 Terry St. Clair, pastor of the Joshua, Tex. church, displays the pins he collected. Photo: Wendy Bird

#6 Pathfinders listen attentively to a presentation at the Wednesday evening program. Photo: Elwyn Platner

#7 Carlos Suttles from San Antonio, Tex., trades pins with campers. Photo: Richard Dower

#8 A Pathfinder sign from Hong Kong gives the camporee an international flavor. Photo: Richard Dower

#9 About 22,000 Pathfinders filtered into the main stage area for the Sabbath morning services. Photo: Richard Dower #10 Bill Rewey (right), Young Eagles pilot, takes Tom Beyer of the "Waiilatpu" club, Walla Walla, Wash., for his first ever airplane ride in a Pietenpol homebuilt airplane. Photo: Richard Dower

#11 Peter Meekma, IV, Claremore Mustangs Club, plays a flute during the flute honor. Photo: Brenda Pfeiffer

#12 Angel Avila and Jeff Gallardo, Pathfinders from Amarillo Spanish church, work on the basket weaving honor. Photo: Wendy Bird #13 Deddie Cylke, rehabilitation coordinator, and Arkansas Peace Maker club member, Eric Johnson, 15, pet the opossum. Photo: Elwyn Platner

#14 Randy Peterson from Keene, Tex., assisted campers on the trampoline. Photo: Richard Dower #15 Luca Agostinelli of Southern California negotiates the obstacle course. #16 Burleson, Tex., Pathfinders Blythe Daniels and Lori Foust sing with guitarist Jay Warren in the Scott Houghton per forming booth. Photo: Richard Dower #17 Michael Ghering of the Joshua, Tex., Wildcats Pathfinder club, uses a drill press to create part of an airplane wing rib. Photo: Richard Dower

#18 The Castle Pathfinder club, Edinburg, Tex., prepares for the marching competition. Photo: Wendy Bird #19 Ken Cooper from Southern Adventist University holds a safety rope while climbers scale the inflated mountain in the rock climbing event. Photo: Richard Dower

#20 Working on the model airplane honor are Joseph Wiegman (left) and Austin Hall (right), Shreveport Tornado Pathfinder club. Photo: Wendy Bird #21 On Sabbath afternoon 3,000 Pathfinders marched through downtown Oshkosh as part of an anti-drug rally. Photo: Richard Dower

Ot #22 Energetic Pathfinders from Southern California (front): Danny Palu, John Peleketi and Varner Vaiangina, help give the Little Oshkosh playground a facelift. Photo: Brenda Pfeiffer i #23. A. C. McClure, North American Division president, pours water from southern Guyana on the spinner of the Pathfinder sponsored airplane as part of the dedication service. Photo: Richard Dower

#24 A mass baptism was held in the scuba diving tank on Sabbath afternoon of the camporee while fellow club members and families gathered around. Pastors from many unions participated, and most Pathfinders were •••61111,111 baptized in their Class A uniforms. Photo: Wendy Bird Background photo: Aerial shot of the camporee on the grounds of the Experimental Aircraft Association, located in Oshkosh, Wis. Photo: Richard Dower Teen experiences complete transformation

pon visiting a friend one Saturday when the Revelation 2000 seminar-cm- (GED) in anticipation of entering the Job morning, Jeremy was surprised to see sade began in Baton Rouge later in the Corps later where he hopes to introduce him dressed for church. When his summer, Pastor Moody transported him other people to Christ. 11 friend told him that a pastor living on and his 12-year-old sister to the meetings Evelyn Edwards, Correspondent their street had invited him to his church, every night. Jeremy decided to go along. However, Toward the end of the third week, two weeks later his friend was incarcerat- Jeremy could no longer contain himself. ed for a major offense and Jeremy was "I knew now that I was ready for baptism left alone. like I'd never been before," he said, "so I A street-wise kid himself; Jeremy approached Evangelist Thompson and says "I hung out with friends, getting into the church pastors with my request. I trouble, fighting, staying out late and explained how the Holy Spirit would not worrying my mom who had almost let me wait until the weekend's baptism. given up on me." But that is where the I had to be baptized now." pastor of the Baton Rouge Faith church, And so, in a private ceremony, wit- Helvus Moody, came in. nessed by just the pastors and Bible Upon learning that Jeremy's friend workers, Jeremy and one other teenager had been put in prison, Moody persuaded were baptized. him to attend the church's week of The following Sabbath his sister, prayer. Later Moody took Jeremy to his Shannon, was baptized, and even though first camp meeting, supplementing his his mother who is not a church member funds with his own. is ecstatic, she has some difficulty adjust- It wasn't long until Jeremy accepted ing to her children's new dietary habits. the Sabbath and all that the scriptures Recognizing Jeremy's academic taught. "I was ready to be baptized," he potential, Pastor Moody is helping him Jeremy Davis rejoices in his a newly found says, "but Pastor Moody thought I would obtain his General Equivalency Diploma beliefs in the Bible. He is a member of the benefit from more instruction." Then Baton Rouge Faith church.

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tephanie Korgan of Claremore, Okla., recently volunteered one year to S Lilydale Adventist Boarding Academy near Melbourne, Australia. After com- pleting an associate of arts degree in pre- physical therapy at Southern Adventist University, she accepted the challenge of assistant dean of girls, co-director of campus ministries, assistant to outdoor The three teens in the Fort Smith church, Brett education, and Sabbath school coordina- Rogers, Danielle Smith and Brenden Stephens, are tor. She quickly found her place in a very very supportive of the church's programs including busy schedule. Her passion is to help the socials, vacation Bible school, missions and outreat programs. They also serve as deacons and deacon: students see beyond themselves, learn to Brett has just accepted a position as intramural work for others and find God's purpose director in a task force position at Takoma Academ for their lives. in Washington D.C. Lenna Lee Davidson, Correspondent - AMIN111111=111 1 Stephanie Korgan 10 The Record • October 1999 '- Jr

Vong adults share their faith with strangers flocking on doors, greeting and praying with people, holding vacation I{ Bible schools, starting Bible studies, and bringing people to church is what filled the 10 weeks of summer for several college-age student missionaries. "This is the most fun thing I've ever done," says Dee Barizo, who had never done this before. 'At first it scares you to knock on doors, but after the first week or so, it's okay, and then it gets exciting." James Frieson, Jennifer Kahn and Anthony Polanco worked all summer in Tyler. Dee Barizo, Julie Christman, Luiz Pauabel, Amanda Solomon and Leandro Eizama were hosted by the Dennison church. Many interesting contacts were made and Bible studies were initiated which are being followed up by local church members. Van Hurst, Texas Youth Coordinator Dee Barizo (left) and Amanda Solomon (right) greet someone they met in front of her house and explain that they are there to pray with her. Student missioriary shares personal insights " earned a lot about myself," com- first it was difficult, but remembering Orthodox church. I'd wanted to pray with ments Eva Channell as she tells of that Jesus also died for them, I'd give her, but didn't know how to broach the I her experiences as a Task Force each one a hug. Once they got to know subject. Then I asked God to English teacher in an Adventist me they'd come running, just for that give me a sign—that she kindergarten school in the Rumanian city hug." would have a bunch of of Targu Mures. When Eva was asked to teach the flowers in her hand the "I spent the year teaching English adult Sabbath school class in the church, next time she came to to 30 kindergartners, all of whom came the class to which the professionals like see me. And, guess from good homes. They were dressed doctors and professors came, she learned what, the next time neatly, looked and smelled dean and were more about herself. "I had to pray and she came, she well fed. But when I went out on the study like I'd never done had a bunch of streets, I'd meet children before—really dig into God's flowers in who looked very differ- word," she says. 'And then one her hand. ent. day I was asked to preach on At the "Many orphans Sabbath. I really didn't know end of roamed around aimless- whether I could do it, but with our 3 ly, looking for some- God's help, the guidance of visit, thing to do and some- the Holy Spirit, and much just thing to eat. They'd prayer and Bible study, I when I sleep in the gutters, preached a sermon. This was when I on the sidewalks or realised what pastors have to do every about to suggest wherever they'd fmd week in preparation for the Sabbath, and prayer, she said, 'Could you have a prayer a place. With nothing my admiration for them grew" with me?" to eat, no dean Does Eva regret spending a year in The members of the Adventist dothes, and no place Romania? church in Targu Mures need a regular to take a bath, they "No, this experience has changed church school. They would welcome help were a pitiful group. my whole perspective on life. It has from interested persons. Donations can Any time I'd take drawn me closer to God. I know He be made by contacting the leader, Dr. notice of them, answers prayers, like the time I prayed for Leonard Azamfirei, by e-mail at: lazam- they'd crowd help with a friendship I'd begun with a [email protected]. girl my age who belonged to the around. At Eva Channell is a 2-year nursing graduate October 1999 • The Record 11

Union offers gift book program The Kindergarten Survival child's learning begins long before he cess in school is to read aloud to their Handbook or she enters school. Recent evidence child every day. fi. indicates that children learn more in To facilitate the spiritual, mental, The Before School Checklist the first five years of their lives than at physical, and social development of A Guide for Parents any other time. Early experiences, then, young children, the Southwestern Union are critical to a child's development. Conference (SWUC) Office of Education Therefore, parents play an important role has begun the SWUC Gift Book in their child's development, for they are Program. In this program, parents the first and most important teachers of receive a coupon for gift book packets at their child. the baby dedication service in As the child's most important teach- Southwestern Union Conference con- ers, parents can also assist their child in stituent churches. The coupons may be Menu Cummings Elmrson, Ph. D. making a smooth transition from home redeemed by mail from the Illustrations by Mares Karin Boyson to school when that time comes. Going Southwestern Union Conference Office to school for the first time is one of the of Education. The packets contain the most important experiences in a child's following: life. One of the areas in which parents • The Kindergarten Survival Handbook • Three high-quality children's books can play a vital role is fostering the (Simple everyday experiences that par- • Suggestions for reading to children growth of their child as a reader. In fact, ents can share with their child to teach • Map of SWUC schools the most important thing parents can do them the kinds of things they need to • Cover letter in building a foundation for future suc- know to be ready for school.) Carol Campbell Associate Education Superintendent "Vim shall not borrow"

hen the children of Israel crossed Jordan into the family will be paying this debt for the next 20 years or more. Promised Land, God knew they would become materi- Wouldn't it be great to have our debts forgiven W alistic and try to satisfy their wants rather than be con- every seven years, or better yet, would it not be best to fol- tent with His supplying their needs. They were give -a low the divine counsel not borrow? As Christians getting direct command in Deuteronomy 28:12: "The Lord wi ready to meet Jesus, but with the burden of debt consuming open for you His good storehouse, the heavens, to rain all their time, many people become despondent over the to your land in its season and to bless all the work your debt problem. We are told in Counsels on Stewardship, page hand; and you shall lend to many nations, but yo shall not 255, "The practice of borrowing money to relieve some borrow." pressing necessity, and making no calculation for canceling Oh how happy they could have been if they had the indebtedness, however common, is demoralizing. The obeyed God's command, but, due to their lack of faith, they Lord would have all who believe the truth converted from borrowed and finally became servants and debtors to oth- these self-deceiving practices." ers. God did not forsake them but made provisions for the If you should die suddenly, who will pay your lenders to forgive their debts every seven years. No doubt it debts? Will your spouse and children be left to suffer was pretty difficult to get a loan as the seventh year because of poor judgment on your part? An estate plan that approached. is well thought out will answer In America today we would be so much better off some of these questions. Your if we would follow God's counsel to his children: "You shall trust or will may make provi- not borrow" In 1998 approximately 1.8 million families filed sions for your children, loved bankruptcy. That's over 5,000 families per day who cannot ones, and the Lord's work. If meet their financial obligations. Most of this debt is caused you would like information by those slick pieces of plastic known as credit cards. It is about a trust or will, call your common for an average family to have three to five credit local conference trust depart- cards, and very often these credit cards are maxed to the ment, or call 817.295.0433 for limit. assistance. Recently I counseled with a family who had Harvey J. Byram $28,000 charged on five credit cards. The interest they were Union Trust Director paying was nearly $400 per month. The sad truth is that this

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Model airplane launch tries Co set world record he idea of building a large number of model airplanes to set a world record T began in 1996 with the announce- ment that Oshkosh would be the site for the 1999 camporee. With the location being Oshkosh, the center for the annual Experimental Aircraft Association convention, the camporee would have to feature airplanes. Plans were in place when the 1999 camporee began. Work on the model planes began at 9:00 Tuesday morning, August 10, when Pathfinders started coming to the Airplane Modeling Honor booth in Hanger C even before the scheduled opening time at 11:30. From that point on until noon on Friday when the booth closed to get ready for the launch, a crowd was always around the model building tables. The kits were a special run of the basic balsa and tissue type from the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). Each plane had the Discover the Power logo on the wing and the Pathfinder logo on the tail. Some statistics about the supplies used to build 2,500 models include 27,000 straight pins, 2,500 Q-tips, 2„800 Pathfinders work on their model planes A budding airplane mechanic, Travis Pittman from Southeastern California, one-ounce plastic cups, 500 single-edge operates a drill press to make part of an air- razor blades, 600 cardboard building plane wing in preparation for lanching his boards, 18 oz. of CA glue (super glue), model plane with the other 2,499 models. and 5 gallons of white glue and water mixture. The reward for all the hard work by the leaders and Pathfinders came with the excitement of simultaneously launching and watching the 2,500 models rise into the air, hopefully setting a world record for the most model planes launched at one time. The Oshkosh Northwestern newspaper artide of Saturday, August 14, described the Friday afternoon launch as follows: "Most of the airplanes didn't go far, but for a moment the sky was partly obscured at the Pathfinder Camporee by the paper, wood, and rubber-band-powered models." Work continues as pictures are gathered, and a story and video are prepared to submit to aviation magazines and Guinness for their consideration as a Guinness World Record. Mike Salzman Correspondent Budding airplane enthusiasts await the command to launch their airplanes.

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rom all around the conference the ship with God, but also their relationship youth came to the fourth annual with each other, and how effectively this F Youth Evangelism Program (YEP) changed once they centered on Jesus held at Camp Yorktown Bay July 15-17. Christ. Speaker Brennan Francois' gospel- Scott Reed, a vocalist from centered presentations led 43 young peo- Nashville, Tenn., also presented a power- ple to ask for baptism. Many others ful mini-concert. He also sang each recommitted their lives to Jesus Christ, evening. The uplifting song services were showing once again that today's young directed by Pastor Steve Evenson and people are searching for an identity with Twila Brown with help from the Camp Christ. Yorktown Bay staff and others. The Southwestern Adventist University praise and worship service was felt by assisted with special music over the week- many to be the best ever for any youth end. They also gave out personal invita- rally ever held in the Arkansas-Louisiana tions for the youth to attend the universi- Conference. Song service was no longer ty this year. an appendage to the worship service, but A presentation which hit home to was most defmitely a part of the worship many was by Reggie Dupard, a former experience. Washington Redskins football player, Tibor Shelley/ Steve Evenson who, with his wife, spoke plainly about Correspondents sex, drugs and Christian lifestyle. The Dupards' positive approach to many of today's issues for young people (and adults) spoke volumes as they talked can- Pastor Brennan Francois encircling a group didly, not only of their personal relation- of teens who had been baptized in the lake '76 at Camp Yorktown Bay. I

Pathfinders introduced Co international culture ifteen clubs with a total of 326 world with countries like Australia, South Pathfinders traveled to Oshkosh from Africa, Bermuda and even India camped F the Arkansas-Louisiana Conference nearby. under the leadership of Lloyd Clapp. The Highlights of the camporee includ- Shreveport Tornadoes Pathfinder Club ed the many activities, community ser- sponsored 14 Korean Pathfinders, while vice projects and the baptism of four the Gentry Club sponsored and helped Arkansas-Louisiana Pathfinders—Summer organize the food for 30 Indonesian Roberts, Christina Weitzel, Julie Weitzel Pathfinders. The campers were surround- and Rachel Ham. ed by international culture both with Tibor Shelley/Lloyd Clapp adults and young people, and this only Correspondents added to the educational experience of each Arkansas-Louisiana Pathfinder. Opportunities were many for Pathfinders A prayer of commitment was offered for to meet their peers from all over the the 43 teens, some of whom asked to be baptized at camp. The others asked to be baptized in their home churches.

14 The Record • October 1999 Optometrists hold 40th anniversary convention his year marks the 40th anniversary sion trip to Russia where they spent three of the Association of Seventh-day weeks doing eye examinations, dispensing T Adventist Optometrists (ASDAO), a eye glasses, and helping with evangelistic mission-oriented group who held their meetings. annual convention in Eureka Springs, The Berryville church pastor, Lloyd Ark. the weekend of June 20. Lamb, gave the worship hour message The group was begun under the titled, "Open Mine Eyes." And Sabbath direction of Dr. Clare Omans of vespers was by Jennifer LaMountain of It Hendersonville, Tenn. Dr. Omans and his Is Written who shared her testimony in wife have not missed a single annual con- song. Her husband, Lyonel, pastor of the vention in 40 years. Members of ASDAO Jacksonville, Fla., Mandarin church, came from all around the United States shared some convincing thoughts regard- and Canada. Dr. Wilma Boulieris, the ing our need to "get on the ball" if we are ASDAO missionary in Guam, was in to hasten the Lord's return. attendance as well. Next year the ASDAO group will The Association of Seventh-day Adventist Their Sabbath functions were held at meet in Toronto, Can., in conjunction Optometrists in the Berryville church. the Berryville, Ark., church. Friday night with the General Conference Session. Dr. and Mrs. Jim Tillman of Americus, Marvin Gunter Ga., shared slides from their recent mis- Correspondent Shreveport South Church commissions paintings

wo oil paintings hang between a ban- externalize and fulfill our intentions. ner of the Three Angels in the foyer Thus, Eve's hand starts to dose around T of the Shreveport South church to forbidden fruit in a grasp of willful grati- serve as a reminder that although sin fication; Christ's hand has been nailed entered the world, salvation came to open in empty, vulnerable self-surrender. guarantee eternal life to those making a Either act would be tragic in isolation. positive choice. A plaque beneath the Together they explain the root cause paintings describes their creation and of and divine solution to the human intent: dilemma." "These two paintings were com- Alva Dixon and Terry Nugent missioned by South Church and done by Correspondents artist, Barrie K. Tinkler. They are a personal visualization of the two pivital events in history— the fall and redemp- tion. The core of the Christian Shreveport Sovd-h story is ring tke Christ's conscious, voluntary

sacrifice—as a consequence of and in loving response to our voluntary but not so conscious rebellion. The hand is the instru ment of choice, the way we

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Fort Smith dedicates in church

embers, guests and visitors packed Extra seats had to be brought in to into the new Fort Smith church at accommodate the congregation of over M 4321 Jenny Lind Avenue on 270. Three former pastors—Duane Lauer, Sabbath, July 24, to celebrate the long- Delmer Cook and Burnham Rand— awaited opening and dedication of the shared reflections and memories of the new sanctuary. church. The current pastor, Wayne A song fest led by Diana Smith, with Miller, spoke on a vision of the future. Mary Ann Minten at the organ, began the Conference president James Gilley offered program. Gene Kuykendall, chairman of the prayer of dedication. the building committee and Sabbath Janet Beason school leader of the day, led out in the Correspondent program, and former pastor Burnham Rand (1991-1998) guided the lesson dis- cussion.

Women attend "Tapestry of Joy" retreat magine leaving the headaches and has- inspired the women to continue in their sles of everyday life for an entire week- walk with the Lord as she shared from I end, with no food to prepare, dishes to her own experiences. Women who have wash or clothes to iron. You walk into a never experienced one of these vitalizing cozy worship room decorated with weekends of faith, fellowship, and fun are greenery, flowers, and a mural. You listen invited to make it a priority for the next to music that touches your soul, stories women's retreat. that uplift and encourage, talks that, Shirley VanVliet between laughter and tears, motivate and Correspondent inspire. You listen as others praise the Lord, or pray for you and your struggles, or you pray for a hurting sister and help lighten her load. • • These are some of the experi- • • ences relished by those who attended the "Tapestry of Joy" women's retreat at Ozark Adventist Academy the weekend of July 23-25. Keynote speaker Jan Yakush

(Above) Using insight and humor at the women's retreat in Gentry, keynote speaker Jan The women's ministry team, Yakush shares from her heart Carol Birge, Dona Young, Lisa to encourage and motivate Watkins, and Carol Roberts, did a women in their daily responsi- commendable job of organizing bilities the women's retreat. Pictured here are Carol Roberts (left) and Dona Young providing inspiration through music.

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Christian Bill and Teri Gardner have come from Hastings, Mich., about 20 miles north of Battle Creek, to join the Gentry pastoral staff. Together Record Services with senior pastor Tim Roosenberg and youth pastor Steve Evenson, they complete the Gentry pastoral staff. The Gardners' move to Gentry featured on TV places them geographically closer to their four grown children and soon to be 10 grandchildren. Teri Gardner says she is com- nein mitted to working with her husband, Bill, in letting people know hannel 5 Television, the CBS affiliate that "God loves them, and that He is able to do much in their lives." in Fort Smith, Ark., featured the work Pastor Gardner says his objective is "to be as effective as we can be in the C of Christian Record Services during Gentry church family. We want to share our experience with God with others in the local news segment, "The Spirit of every way we can and every chance we can." An encounter with God while in the the Ozarks," on Thursday, July 29, 1999. building business has given him an enthusiasm and vibrance to share his faith Fort Smith resident Roy Perry, a blind 97- wherever he can. year-old, and the CRS representative, Jim Shirley VanVliet, Correspondent Dickinson, were interviewed by Channel 5 reporter Jamie Roth for a program which was aired during the local evening news on July 29 and the morning news on July 30. Gentry celebrates 25 years worshipping on the hill CRS director John MacArthur, who A weekend celebration by current and former members, friends, current and happened to be in Fort Smith on former pastors, staff, and conference leaders marked the 25th anniversary of Thursday evening, caught the television the Gentry church weekend of July 30. broadcast and called Dickinson to tell With much reminiscing, both in the program and as people renewed him that it was one of the best reports "vintage" friendships, the weekend will be remembered as one where God's he had seen. As a result of the broadcast, leading and intervention was evident in the development and building of the Dickinson received 15 or more calls church. inquiring about the services available for As people shared the joy of meeting as a family in the beautiful sur- the blind. roundings of the Ozarks, they expressed their eager anticipation of the great Janet Beason reunion soon to take place with their Father in heaven. Corresponden Shirley Van Vliet, Correspondent

1111111 111•11111M1 Vacation Bible School News As part of their Gardener honor, the Slidell Adventurer Club, some Pathfinder girls and parents, planted flowers along the front of the Slidell church. They also made bluebird houses and mounted them around the church. Sheila Hipple Adventurer Leader

One of the highlights of the Clinton, Ark., vacation Bible school was Uncle Walter's Nature World. He showed 24 children wonders from God's lesson book of nature. Several teenagers helped with the program. The Fort Smith church's cradle roll and kindergarten children at the vacation Bible school learn to select healthy foods for their daily nutrition. Two of the church's youth, Brett Rogers and Danielle Smith, assisted in the opening exercises each day. Oklahoma Pathfinders go to

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Above, from left: Jack Francisco, John Flores and Rodney Grove pose with a man from Tanzania who gave special music during morning devotions. At left and below: Bristow Pathfinders marching in the Sabbath OKLAHOMA Conference afternoon "Stay Drug Free" parade. TI of Seventh-day Adventists /,4wz,p/A

Broken firroul church is 20 years old

he Sabbath morning guest speaker at charter member, read a brief history of the land on Kenwood Drive where the the Broken Arrow church's 20th the church. An evening service featured church now stands. Charter members T anniversary was Neville Harcombe, singing and a video presentation by Richard Wagner and his son Rick are two president of the Chesapeake Conference Pastor Harcombe of his last trip to of the many members who assisted in and son of the late Doug Harcombe, Africa. the building. Broken Arrow's first pastor. Neville's Broken Arrow church was officially The current church family includes wife, Cindy, provided special music. started on May 5, 1979, with 53 people members ranging in age from longtime Clayton Calvert, head elder and signing as charter members. A short time member Eleanor Hare in her eighties to charter member, was on hand to wel- later 21 more joined. Several of these the newest addition, a beautiful little red- come everyone. Charter member Jackson members still attend. head named Sommer, born to Kevin and Whitacre read a tribute to the mothers To begin with, the members met at Jean Ann Mather. and grandmothers as the children handed several different locations, including Angela Moon, Correspondent them flowers. While the congregation members' homes, school cafeterias, and a watched a video featuring highlights of local Nazarene church, before purchasing the last 20 years, Judy Marquette, another

18 The Record • October 1999 I 011 HeIchurri students min savings bonds wring the last school year, Seventh-day Adventist church schools had the opportunity to participate in the "Student Healthy Lifestyle" contest sponsored by the health ministries department of the North American Division. This contest gave children a chance to speak out on the topic, "What being healthy means to me." Students could express their thoughts through a video or computer presentation, an essay or a poster. Two of the contest winners were from Ketchum Junior Academy. Charlotte Dzul-Garcia won second place on her level for an essay and first place for her poster. Donna Helms won first place on her level for her essay. Each will receive a savings bond from the North American Division health Charlotte Dzul-Garcia Donna Helms ministries department. Donna's prize will be for $500 and Charlotte's for $750. Damian Thews, Principal Camp meeting features varietv of speakers

he last camp meeting of the millennium for the Oklahoma Conference T was held at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center in July. The nine-day convocation began Friday evening with a message by Nikolaus Satelmajer, associ- Special music for the ordination service was given by the pastors choir. On the front row ate ministerial secretary of the General are, from left: Scott Baker, Trevor Thompson, Helton Fisher, Bruce Hinkley and 0. J. Conference. Other speakers for the week- Jackson. long program included Lonnie Melashenko, director/speaker of the during the camp meeting. Classes and Green, and Willie Johnson. Voice of Prophecy; Buford Griffith, Jr. of seminars were offered by Dr. John A. The Oklahoma camp meeting the Southwestern Union; and Walter Scharffenberg, author/editor Ronald in 2000 is scheduled for June 2-9, a Wright, Lake Union secretary. Roger Knott, and Pastor Terry McComb. change made necessary by the General Coon took the early morning meetings as Three pastors were ordained to Conference Session next year. well as an afternoon seminar in Prophetic the gospel ministry on Sabbath after- John Moyer Guidance, speaking a total of 14 times noon. They are Jose Gonzales, Gilbert Communication Director

October 1999 • The Record 19 Ordinations Shortly after his marriage to his high school sweetheart, Marjorie McGee, he spent four years in the United States Air Force. While at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, Marjorie began attending a Seventh-day Adventist church because she had learned about the Advent message from her dad in Mississippi while Gilbert was on an overseas assignment. Once he learned of his wife's interests, Gilbert tried to prove Adventists wrong, but Bible Readings for the Home and his previous history studies had the reverse effect. In addition, the Adventist church his wife was attending was a Jose and Ofelia Gonzales friendly church. Both Gilbert and Jose Gonzales was born and raised Marjorie were nurtured into the church. In 1976, Willie met Bernadette in California. After graduating from high Their new faith was tested in the Ducre. They were married the following school, he joined the United States Army military, so when Gilbert's term ended year and have been blessed with three where he served for four years as a mem- and after much prayer, he became a liter- children, Marcus, Natalie and Nicholas. ber of a counter-sniper team. ature evangelist. He sold books full time, Through the efforts of Sumpter After his marriage to Ofelia went to college full time, and gave Bible Hammond, head elder of the Ephesus Luviano, he did a second tour of military studies in his spare time. Eventually he Seventh-day Adventist Church in service, including a stop at Ft. Sill, Okla. was invited to serve as a publishing Covington, La., Willie met Jesus. During this tour he received several mili- leader, a position he held in several con- Hammond became his spiritual father tary decorations. The family also grew ferences. and mentor, and in 1987 the family was with the addition of Jose Jr., Raphael and In February 1997, the Greens baptized. Camilo. became part of the Oklahoma After working for three years as a After attending a Kenneth Cox Conference where they serve in the literature evangelist and helping at evangelistic series in the spring of 1989, Sallisaw, Wilburton and Stilwell district. numerous evangelistic meetings, the fam- Jose and Ofelia were baptized and he They have two sons, Jim and ily moved to Southwestern Adventist became a literature evangelist. Later he Daniel, and three grandchildren. University where Willie studied for the attended Southwestern Adventist ministry. Following graduation, the University with the goal of becoming a Willie and Bernadette Johnson Southwest Region Conference invited minister. Willie Johnson was born in New him to become a church planter and sent In 1994, Jose was appointed pastor Orleans, but later moved to Slidell, La. him to Midwest City Okla., where, of the Elk City Weatherford and Altus He joined the United States Air Force under the blessing of the Lord, 75 people district. Two years later, the family moved after graduation, and when his tour of were baptized and two congregations to the Panhandle where Jose pastors the duty was completed, he enrolled at the established. In March, 1998, the Johnsons Guymon, Hooker and Beaver churches. Southern University in New Orleans joined the Oklahoma Conference team until Folgers Coffee Company offered to serve the Pryor and Tulsa New Life him employment. churches.

Adventist Book Center Fall Book and Food Display Schedule The ABC will be bringing a good supply of vegetarian foods, books (including many new publications), cassettes, CDs, Bibles, and games. Pre-orders are important, especially for case foods. Toll-free order line: 1.800.522.2665

Shattuck Church Saturday, Oct. 9 Following sundown Hooker Church Sunday, Oct. 10 2-4 p.m. Enid Church Monday, Oct.11 5-7 p.m. Gilbert and Marjorie Green Okeene Church Saturday, Nov. 6 Following sundown Gilbert Green, was born in Akron, Lawton Church Sunday Nov. 7 2-4 p.m. Ohio, but moved to Las Vegas, Nev., when he was 16. He majored in history Ardmore Church Monday, Nov. 8 5-7 p.m. at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Bristow church Tuesday, Nov. 9 5-7 p.m.

20 The Record • October 1999 Oklahoma Tornado victims attend Sooner Camp

specialty camp for victims of three May tornadoes was sponsored by the fl Oklahoma Conference and Adventist Disaster Relief services for 30 children and their parents at Sooner Camp at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center, August 1-6. Several of the children were still recovering from injuries. One girl had been out of the hospital for only a week, and this was her first real outing. Another had been in a coma and was in the process of rehabilitation, but her family felt this experience would enable her to recover faster, so she was allowed to attend. Other attendees had lost their homes and possessions. All were experi- encing the after effects of the trauma endured. In light of this, camp staff focused on providing campers with plenty of positive experiences through arts and crafts, outdoor sports, horseback riding, canoeing, and other water sports. Campers were also given gift bags filled with donated items from various companies. Teresa Costello Correspondent

Some of children who attended the Sooner Camp for tornado victims.

Every morning about 40 children would gather at the Choctaw, Okla., church to be part of the "Friends Forever" vacation Bible school led by Linda Lambeth. After the indoor worship and a Bible story by the pastor, Jerry States, the children participated in outdoor games, crafts, and learning activities related to each day's Bible story. On Sabbath many of the children brought their parents to the closing program held during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. A number of these children have been coming to VBS for several years. Robin Sagel, Correspondent

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Moiler 1999 • The Record 21 Postmaster accepts Christ after man years

t was in the mid-fifties that he was After the very first meeting, crusade, with baptismal bag in hand, first formally introduced to Adventist Charles needed no further urging to Charles made his way to the front during teachings. A maternal grandmother return. "The truth-filled messages com- the altar call, ready for baptism as well. I and member of the Baton Rouge plemented by the multi-screen slides and Thompson, overwhelmed with Berean church insisted that he attend the Evangelist Helvius Thompson's 'no emotion, rejoiced as he buried his second local church school. And so for the fourth punches' delivery was all I needed." But cousin Charles in baptism. "I've been and fifth grades Charles Hightower in spite of his transparent desire to follow praying for this moment, Charles, and reported each weekday to the school. his Lord all the way, Hightower rejected now I can realize it," he said. Then on Saturdays he went to what was altar calls for baptism. According to Hightower, his fellow then the Berean church on 14th Street "The Holy Spirit was tugging at my employees where he is postmaster can because Grandmother willed it so. heart and I experienced many restless see a change in him. "I'm easier to talk Worship with his mother and father fol- nights. But I was steadfast in my decision to, more compassionate. It's a result of lowed each Sunday. As he reflects now, not to be baptized. After all, some friends my communion with God before sunrise. neither worship really meant anything to and family who were supportive felt I was I ask God to work with me and through him. moving too fast. Apparently I allowed me during the day so I might lead others Once he married his wife Cheryl, myself to agree with them." to Him. I used to wish for more money they found their way to the Catholic And so he was not part of the first and a higher position, but now I just church where for 29 years they attended baptism. However, he admits he had no want peace of mind." only because "it was necessary to have a peace and his conscience troubled him. He even takes his Bible to work, church affiliation." Finally he asked himself, "What are you being careful to point out appropriate However, during the summer of waiting for?" scripture when the opportunity occurs. 1999, Charles' family background in the The answer was in the final Friday "My daily prayer is to see my wife join Adventist church began to make an night message, "The Sin God Won't me in baptism. But until then, I'm impact on him. It began with an invita- Forgive." The answer was enough to con- patient with her, willing to accept what- tion mailed to his home, followed by a vince him that he dare not continue ever decision she makes." flyer placed in the door (because no one ignoring the Holy Spirit. And so on the Evelyn M. Edwards was home) and the personal invitations Sabbath morning, the final day of the Correspondent he received at his job as postmaster in Gonzales, La. So he responded. First he came by himself, then with some family members, and finally with his wife. For five consec- utive weeks, the duration of the Revelation 2000 crusade-seminar, Charles attended every night. At one point he was joined by 20 friends and family members he had invited. He is quick to admit that his neigh- bor, Evelyn Edwards, and others had extended invitations in the past and how on numerous Sabbaths when he would look up from his lawn cutting or car washing, he'd see Edwards heading to church and would say to himself, "Charles, that should be you." Upon being asked what finally led to his decision to accept the crusade invi- tation, he replied, "I was looking for a place to learn about the Bible and had considered a non-denominational church '!! but was undecided. It was then that I heard about the crusade and decided to Evangelist H. L. Thompson (left) prepares to baptize Charles Hightower. Michael Meyers, attend." the pastor, stands by his side (right). Bible instructor Kenneth Edwards is in the background.

22 The Record • October 1999 Personal touch llatchiloches membership doubles y the end of a four-week Bible Says dren were also baptized. Prophecy Crusade, the membership In spite of the intense heat, mins new I] of the Natchitoches church had near- Evangelist Allen Sovory from ly doubled. Forty-four new members Southeastern California and two team were baptized. This was the result of members, Charlene Kelson and Robert many prayers and much hard work by Washington, worked diligently day and members the members and visiting evangelistic night, never complaining about the or five weeks the members worked in team. intense heat, lack of sleep, or being tired. the community signing up about 100 On Sunday, Aug, 15, Clayton Lewis They visited many of the homes of students for the Real Truth Bible was baptized. His wife, Ora Mae, was those who had completed Bible courses F Lessons in preparation for the evange- baptized the Sabbath before, along with through the efforts of retired pastor C.R. listic campaign to be held by Samuel seven of their teenage children. Two of Pritchett and his wife, Jessie. Thomas, Sr., of Huntsville, Ala. On open- Ora Mae's sisters and one of their chil- Parolee Knight, Correspondent ing night, 30 Bible students graduated from the lessons and on Sabbath, July 31, 14 people joined the church through baptism. Another four candidates were baptized the last Sabbath of August. Much of this response to the Bible is the result of the work church members have done in contacting others to take Bible lessons. J. R. Ellis, Pastor

Most of the 44 new, members who were baptized are pictured here with the three ministers who took part during the crusade. They are from left: Natchitoches pastor, C.R. Pritchett; district pastor, Marvin Jemison; and evangelist Allen Sovory. Sitting in front center is Robert Washington, one of the Bible workers. Second from the far right is the never-tiring Catherine Kelson. Not pictured are Lonnie Knight, Jessie Pritchett, and Paralee Knight who also helped to make the crusade what God wanted it to be.

Urban Family Conference on Fatherlessness October 22-24, 1999 A plaque of appreciation for their commit- Collaborators and partners from the urban community, education, ment to the Houston Stars Pathfinder Club was presented by the Hebron church to church social services and health will help develop strategies to remedy Pathfinder director Anthony Foster and fatherlessness and bring healing for children and their families. Myra Foster, counselor, for their dedicated Guest presenter: Charles Ballard, founder and CEO of the Institute service. Foster has been Pathfinder director for approximately two years and has led a for Responsible Fathering and Family Revitalization successful drill team for about five years. Radisson Astrodome Hotel During this time, the drill team has won 8686 Kirby, Houston, TX 77054 • Phone: 713.748.3221 numerous first place awards and other recognitions. Room rate: $89 plus tax Betsy Hudson, Correspondent To register call Center for Family Wholeness 713.654.8787 or 713.988.4118 Registration fee: S99

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jr 111,A Fort Worth Junior ficadem operates in new facilitv

pon hearing that a 16,000 square foot day-care center near the Fort Worth First church was to be auctioned at a 11 bankruptcy sale, the principal of the Fort Worth Adventist Junior Academy, James Murray; school board chair, Paula Owens; and a few other interested persons went to The new facility for the Fort Worth Adventist Junior check out the facility Academy before any landscaping was done. They found the At left, Fort Worth church volunteers help shine the stainless steel kitchen at the new school building. facility to be under one roof and engineered with top quality materials and workmanship. Each of the 13 classrooms had it's own cabinet space, desks, tables and chairs and almost all had their own bathroom. A half-gym complete with backboard net and built-in puppet theater were included. Every-where the colors were light and attractive. The kitchen had stainless steel appliances and a pizza oven. The appraisers listed an asking price of $1.4 million for this facility. However, through a chain of events which included the intervention of a God who cares for His children, the Fort Worth church was able to purchase it for $760,000— about one-half the appraised value. Outside the school building is a large fenced playground with three complete sets of playground equipment and room for a small softball diamond. Grades five and six are pictured The academy which has 10 grades, here during break. Behind the fence is the space that will one day become a soccer/foot- needs additional space for a soccer-football/baseball field. ball and baseball field. Nine additional acres have been purchased for future development of the upper-grade sports. Owning this additional acreage also pro- tects the school from the potential of an An evangelistic series, LIVE, will be undesirable business abutting the proper- presented by Ron Halvorsen, Sr. at ty Was God leading this acquisition? the Keene church October 22- The pastoral staff and the 220 active November 20 on Friday, Saturday, members are certain it was an act of i Sunday and Monday nights at 7:30 God that has brought about a transition from small, cramped, make-do class- I p.m. rooms in the church gym to a school in a L, During September Halvorsen first-class facility. held a Prayer Warriors organization- Evadeane Peters Communication Director al meeting to ensure there would be an ongoing prayer group working the Johnson County area for the meetings.

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Evangelistic series is held in Cleburne church

n Friday night, May 7, Elder Steve Wohlberg began a series of evangelistic meetings in Cleburne, Tex. 0 Through providential opportunities, the meetings were begun in the Ranch Supply store next door to Wal-Mart. With such good exposure, the opening night's attendance was 268. The average attendance for the whole series of 22 meetings was 205. An attendance of between 45-55 non- Adventists every night generated a good interest in the community. At the time of writing, 23 have been added to the Cleburne church through baptism and New members who joined the Cleburne church on June 5, 1999, after attending the evange- profession of faith. Other interests are listic series by Steve Wohlberg. being followed up. A field school of evangelism was held in conjunction with the series for A former pastor made the observa- "Two major evangelistic meetings in some of the theology students at tion, "I have not seen this much excite- one calendar year is not too much if we Southwestern Adventist University. ment for evangelism in the Cleburne really believe Jesus is coming soon," is the This evangelistic series has also been church since Elder Dick Barron was here way one of the church members looks at a blessing to the church members. A spir- some 35 years ago." the two series. it of unity and concern has been renewed The Cleburne church has commit- Dan Neergaard for the non-members, as well as review- ted itself to evangelism and is currently Pastor ing the unique message which has set us showing the Doug Batchelor NET '99 apart from traditional churches. series from New York City.

Texas ABC to celebrate grand opening

o celebrate the opening of its new cating in the former Keene Bank building working to provide the Texas members store, the Texas Adventist Book on Old Betsy Road. "We feel this is an with a better store and know that this T Center will have a grand opening sale excellent move for the ABC and will will be a stronger, more convenient loca- on October 24, 1999 at its new location, allow us to better serve our customers in tion for our customers." The bank build- 201 S. Old Betsy Road in Keene. Special the Keene community," stated Roy Hunt, ing was purchased in September 1998 by grand opening prices will be offered on manager. "Moving the ABC to Keene is Pacific Press for the express purpose of books and various other items the week like coming back home." housing the Texas ABC. of October 24-31, 1999. The ABC will continue to handle The Texas ABC is part of the Pacific The Texas ABC moved out of the Sabbath school materials for the Press retail division. The retail division is Keene in September 1989 and relocated churches in the conference. In addition made up of 17 stores in the following at the Texas Conference headquarters in there will be book, music, video, apparel conferences: Alberta, Arkansas-Louisiana, Alvarado. As the conference has grown and gift display areas in the refurbished Dakota, Illinois, Idaho, Montana, in membership, so has the Texas ABC. In 5,100 square-foot building, designed to Northern California, Ontario, August of 1996 the Texas ABC was pur- enhance the customer's shopping experi- Pennsylvania, Rocky Mountain, chased by Pacific Press Publishing ence. Southeastern California, Texas and Association, of Boise, ID, retail division. "We are excited about the possibili- Wisconsin. The Texas ABC is the main supplier ties that exist for the Texas ABC in Charles Reel of Sabbath school materials, felts, books, Keene," stated Terry Chesnut, director of Correspondent music, Bibles, etc., to the churches in the the Pacific Press retail division. "We are Texas conference. The ABC will be relo-

October 1999 • The Record 25 ri Ijr if Hops-II-Rids a huge success for Moto church

n Sunday, July 25, the DeSoto church presented a Kops-N-Kids safety pro- U gram for the community. During the hours of 2:00-4:00 p.m. church members were there to meet and greet everyone who came. Children age 11 months and up were given the opportunity to have their fingerprints recorded on a special kit provided by Allstate Insurance agent Jim East of Red Oak, Tex. These identification kits had a place for each fingerprint, a photo, and other information such as color of hair and eyes, height and weight At the Kops-N-Kids event in the DeSoto church, the mounted police and were given to the parent and/or and crime dog McGruff were key attractions. At left below: Kops-N- Kids fingerprinting for identification records.

guardian to keep on file in case of emer- The church youth presented a pup- gency. pet show entitled, "Safety Kids" every Each child was given a goody bag half hour. Each time the puppets came with coloring books, safety pamphlets, on, the children rushed to get a good pencils, et cetera. There was a booth for seat. The "Safety Kid" puppets shared a face painting too! lot of valuable information on safety. Several sheriffs attended as well as As a parting gift, each attendee was patrol officers and two mounted police given a bag of fresh-popped popcorn, officers on their horses. The children and the officers were provided with a were allowed to tour a sheriff's vehicle meal of lasagna, salad, bread and dessert. and to pet the horses. McGruff the crime This was the second "Kops-N-Kids" dog part in the program and spent his put on by the church that has touched time visiting with the children. A down the lives of the community. passed out balloons, and the church pas- Terri L. Hodges tor, Ken Davila, made balloon animals or Correspondent hats for the kids.

Treasure found at nameless Valley Ranch! treasure was found at Nameless thread was expertly woven throughout Parents called to say their children Valley Ranch this summer! each activity by the camp staff—Jesus were singing camp songs all the way Hundreds of Texas youth came with Christ. The singing, skits, worship talks home and have continued to sing them ft a desire for swimming, canoeing, and classes weren't complete without since. For many children, camp was the water skiing, riding horses, learning new pointing the youth to that Pearl of Great beginning of a new relationship with outdoor skills in backpacking, animal Price. Each morning and evening the Christ. Several campers who had found tracking, stars, and hitting a bull's eye in camp pastor drew their attention to the the real Treasure sealed their commit- archery. Youth also came desiring to cre- Savior in a unique way. Special campfires, ment in the cool waters Twin Falls creek ate pottery, to sharpen their drawing and Indian teepees, wagon camp and the through baptism. painting abilities, to learn lacing and Pecan Grove all gave the opportunity to Sherry A. Clapp braiding and to meet new friends. show a different view of the treasure— Correspondent Each one found what they were different, but effective. looking for; however, a special treasure

26 The Record • October 1199 Hike reopens school ver since the church school dosed ing methods and computer technology, four years ago, the Abilene church and the latest educational research. In thing to wear every morning. And members have wanted it reopened. addition, the school utilizes innovative because everyone wears the same thing, E Now with a gain in membership as a techniques such as using computers to we don't have to worry about being infe- result of the Amazing Facts Prophecy encourage, motivate and improve reading rior because of the type of clothes we seminar, the number of children has and math. wear," comments a fifth-grader. increased, making it feasible to open the Because it is a small school, the stu- By the end of the first week, many school once more. dent-teacher ratio is low, allowing more parents were ecstatic about their chil- To begin with, the prospect time for the teachers to provide help at dren,s satisfaction and excitement of the seemed impossible for funds were insuffi- an individual level. "The teachers here school. "Some children actually hassle dent and the equipment inadequate. take the time to show us how to solve their parents to get them to school early," However, after much prayer the church problems; they don't tell us to figure it says the principal. decided to move ahead. The arrival of out ourselves. If we don't understand a The church members are pleased the new teacher team, Wayne and Sandra problem, the teachers are willing to with the atmosphere at the school and Hughes, reinforced the members' faith. help," says a third-grader. hope to double the enrollment by the Then, like zealous parents prepar- As for the new red and navy blue next school year. ing for the arrival of their newborn, uniforms, the students' views were unani- Linda Duncan Julie Abilene members began the necessary mous. "We don't have to search for some- Correspondent preparation to open the school. Workdays were scheduled for members to volunteer their time and skills. They worked untiringly throughout the sum- When David Salguero mer. recited the books of the After months of preparation, the Old and New Testaments Abilene Junior Academy was ready on by memory in the Hobbs, registration day. Since some parents were NM church, youth leader apprehensive about their ability to meet Dana Smith presented him with a Bible as a the payments, the fees have been broken reward. down into 12 monthly payments to include books, tuition and enrollment fees. Twelve students ranging from first to eighth grade enrolled and classes began on August 18. Despite the multi- grade arrangement, the students seem to have adapted well to this new experience. "The students are very attentive, well mannered and very accepting of this multi-grade environment," says Wayne, the principal. "The school day begins Adventist Book Center with a worship service, another unique event most students have not been accus- Fall Book and Food Display Schedule tomed to." The ABC will be bringing a good supply of vegetarian foods, books Despite the size of the school, the (including many new publications), cassettes, CDs, Bibles, and games. curriculum incorporates modern teach- Pre-orders are important, especially for case foods. We hope to see you at one of these displays. Reading has become an enjoyable exercise Toll-free order line: 1.800.522.2665 for Brandon Willett, a third-grader. Abilene church Wednesday, Oct.13 5-7 p.m. Big Spring church (drop) Thursday, Oct. 14 11 a.m.-noon Midland church Thursday, Oct. 14 5-7 p.m. Pecos church (drop) Friday, Oct. 15 8-9 a.m. Van Horn church (drop) Friday, Oct. 15 11 a.m.-noon El Paso Central English Saturday, Oct. 16 Following sundown Deming church Sunday, Oct. 17 2-4 p.m. Alamogordo church (drop) Monday, Oct. 18 10-11 a.m. Roswell church Monday, Oct. 18 5-7 p.m. Amarillo Olsen Park Monday, Oct. 25 4:30-7 p.m. Lubbock church Tuesday, Oct. 26 5-7 p.m. Clovis church Wednesday, Oct. 27 5-7 p.m. Albuquerque Heights Thursday, Oct. 28 4:30-7 p.m.

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Pathfinder clubs attend camporee he Albuquerque North Valley Spanish church joined with three other local clubs to form the North TValley 3C club. The 3Cs stand for Cachorros, Conquistadores, and Centinelas. The North Valley 3C club, with 23 Pathfinders and 8 staff, made the trip to Oshkosh to the camporee. This trip would not have been possible without God's help and the support of the staff, parents, and church members. Henry Romero, Pathfinder Director

The entrance the North Valley 3C Pathfmder campsite was designed by Oswaldo Amaya, built by Candelario Marquez, and the lettering done by Ivette Chacon.

Ricardo Baratta (left) from Albuquerque North Valley Spanish church and Terri Tunnell (right) from Amarillo English Olsen Park invest Morgan Chacon as a master guide.

iimarillo Spanish church holds revival meetings

wo years ago when Moises Tenorio, who had been an evangelist in the T Inca Union and director of La Voz de la Esperanza, visited the Amarillo Spanish church he promised to return. Recently he came back to help the church by giving a six week series on "The Origin of the Universe, the World, and Humankind." In appreciation of his lectures, the church presented him with a plaque. Head elder Ignacio Burciaga (left), and Gloria Avila, wife of the church pastor (right) listen as Tenorio thanks the congregation for the gift. Loyer Gallardo, Correspondent Amarillo Spanish Church

28 The Record • October 1999 Colorado fldventists help Tillia compaiiv complete church he small, mostly retired group of be used toward finish- Tulia Seventh-day Adventists were ing the building. In excited to have their neighbors from addition, the T Longmont, Colo. spend their Longmont group Independence Day weekend holiday wor- helped with construc- shiping and working with them to help tion for three days. complete their church. When the build- Since they had placed two movable ing is complete, sever- classrooms on the church lot at NW 2nd al of the Tulia mem- and Gaines streets almost a year ago, the bers plan to use their group had made steady progress toward construction skills in incorporating them into a larger structure December to help to include a sanctuary, foyer, kitchen, rest their pastor, Tony rooms, halls and four classrooms. Avila, teach some peo- "It is so encouraging to know there ple in Mexico how to are others who want to help us here," build better houses. one of the Tulia members said. They feel that the blessings they have Workers from the Longmont, Colo., church It was after hearing about the build- received need to be passed on to others. pose with Tulia, Tex., members after ing needs of the Tulia church from Bill Esther Mesnard, Correspondent Sabbath services July 3, 1999. Edwards, who had formerly been a Longmont member, that the Longmont church adopted Tulia as their mission outreach program for 1999. Vacation Bible School News At the worship service Sabbath morning, July 3, Longmont program coordinators Claudia Maciuk and Phyllis Meldrum presented Tulia church treasurer Max Thomas with a check of $2,300 to

The Roswell, NM church will hold a dedication service at 3:00 p.m. on October 23, 1999. The dedication sermon will be given by James Stevens, Texico Conference president. The

act of dedication and dedicatory Several children performed a skit eN er N The Sante Fe Marcy Park church had prayer will be by Max A. 52 children for their vacation Bible evening at the Tulia church vacation Bible Trevino, Southwestern Union school, June 20-26, who learned about school, July 19-24, with the help of Laura Edwards and Raymond Rodriguez, a Conference president, and music how God has created many wonderful things for them to enjoy. Two juniors prospective member. Rodriguez also helped will be by a 45-voice choir have fun during craft time. several of the 25 children in attendance to accompanied by a brass ensem- Rita S. Fidel, VBS Director paint stained glass "sun catchers." ble. A guest organist and local Esther Mesnard, Correspondent officials will also participate. All Even though the temperature former pastors and members are rose to 100 degrees on Sunday, invited. August 29, the Olsen Park Stacy Walkwitz Adventurer Club kept busy washing cars in the church Correspondent parking lot. Austin Hanson and Megan Holladay enjoyed having their hands in the water. It was their first fund raiser of the year. When the fun was over, the club had raised $86. Heather Holladay Correspondent October 1999 • The Record J

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SEM welcomes new faculty welve new faculty and staff have been welcomed at Southwestern Adventist University for the 1999- T 2000 academic year. They are from left, back row: Willie E. Hucks, II, assistant professor of religion; Ingo Sorke, assistant professor of religion beginning January 2000; Dallas Kindopp, assistant to the president since November 1998; David Knight, dean of students; and Lane Campbell, chaplain since February 1999. Front row, from left: Brian Sather, assistant professor of physical education and department chair; Eric Edstrom, associate professor of chemistry; Renard Doneskey, associate professor of English; Lavonne M. Adams, assistant professor of nursing; Silvia Colindres, secretary to the academic vice president since January, 1999; and Nancy Rodriguez, instructor of social work. Not shown is Robert M. Durkin, assistant professor of computer science beginning January 2000.

Southwestern begins a new school year

nce again Southwestern Adventist getting closer to a true representation of this year is freshman Enny Munoz. She University is alive with student activi- what the rest of America is like. There graduated from Chisholm Trail Academy 0 ty. The classrooms are taking on their are so many new people we need to get last year and is taking general classes familiar chalky textbook odor, the to know." until she decides on a major. library is open late, and dorm rooms are As Student Association president, "I chose Southwestern mainly being filled with stereos and microwaves. Mustard has high goals for the new year. because it is close to home and inexpen- For some returning students the begin- He wants to make the SA more involved, sive. I wasn't really expecting it to be so ning of school is a familiar time of stress actively promoting a positive atmosphere accepting. The students are very interac- and anticipation. For others, college is a on campus. Mustard says this is also tive with each other. It's a friendly completely new experience. something he wants to do as an individ- school." Jason Mustard is a senior at ual. "I just try to be a positive influence Munoz is also enjoying her new Southwestern. He has watched the union the people around me. I think most of teachers. "Before I came I was told to be versity grow for the past four years, and the students here also understandthat to sure to study hard and pay close atten- this year he is serving as president of the be their role." tion, because in college you won't get any Student Association. He is enjoying the Mustard believes that Southwestern leeway. So far, though, the teachers are new school year. can keep on growing without losing its nice. We also had a good time at fresh- "Enrollment is up again," says friendly, close-knit atmosphere. "There's men orientation with all the fun outings." Mustard, "but even with all the new stu- something about this part of the country. Munoz plans to stay at South- west- dents we still have the same spirit. There I'm from California, but the people ern all four years. She expects to be well is still a strong spiritual emphasis on cam- around here are more open and friendly. I prepared socially and mentally for the pus and everyone is so friendly." suggest that the new students get workforce when she graduates. "This is a Mustard also points out that the involved — go out and meet people. good school. I'm looking forward to my student body this year seems to be more That's what I did when I got here, and as time here." diverse internationally. "I think we are a result I've had a great time." Peter Steen One of the new people on campus SWAU Junior

30 The Record • October 1999 50th Wedding _Anniversaries II_1J LIM Chester and Minnie Jensen will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary October 9, 1999. They met and married in Elgin, Merle "Sam" and Phyllis Smith of Tex., and have Tulsa, Okla., first met at the Stilwell, lived there Okla., church in 1948. They were mar- ever since. ried in Fayetteville, Ark. For many years Frank and Teora Ullrich will celebrate Chester and Sam worked as an auto mechanic but is their golden anniversary with family and his brothers now retired. friends in San Antonio, Tex., on October started a busi- Through the years they have both 24. ness, Texas Tool. They kept it for five been active members of the Sand They met at the Houston Central years and then sold out to Carrlane Drill Springs, Broken Arrow and Tulsa church and worked in the Arkansas- Bushings. Both Chester and Minnie con- churches. For 37 years they have served Louisiana, Wisconsin and Illinois confer- tinued working there. He retired five as nursery attendants at the church, ford- ences. He was involved in the publishing years ago, and Minnie retires this month. ing fulfillment in providing a safe, loving work and Listen magazine outreach, and When asked whether it would be difficult environment for children. They have she worked in the Adventist Book Center for him to be at home with his wife every also both been volunteers at the Tulsa and treasury offices. Since retirement, day, he replied, "For years I was her super- church's community services center. they have worked with the Discover visor at work. We always get along real Many friends and family members Bible course outreach in Seguin, Tex. well, even after 50 years of living togeth- came to a special Sabbath luncheon pre- Jerri Boggess, correspondent er." They have three married sons and a pared by their three daughters and the daughter. Tulsa church family to celebrate this Jean Priest, correspondent milestone in their lives. Gena Malcolm, correspondent

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Box 4000 ;ons, John H., James D., Matthew, Helen Perkins, Jordan Ferry, LA rim M., all of Stillwater, and July 2, 1916 in Pineland, TX and Burleson, TX 76097 and Dore Silvey, Keene, TX; son, died Aug. 27, 1999 in Keene, TX. -larold, Ponca City OK; daughters, Thomas J. Silvey, Natchitoches; 5 ph: (817) 295-0476 fax: (817) 447-2443 2heryl Ann Watkins, Ponca City He served as dean of boys at e-mail: [email protected] grandchildren; and 9 great-grand- Campion Academy in Loveland, DK and Bonita B. Kerntke, children. CO, history teacher and academ- Departments ic dean at Southwestern Junior SIMNETT-PRATT, Sybil, born July 21, ACS/Personal Ministries DEM ROBLES :OUNTS, James Edward, born July 1, College, and chairman of the his- 1907 in Buenos Aires, Argentina ASI/Trust Services HARVEY BYRAM 1927 and died Aug. 23, 1999 in tory department at Union and died July 23, 1999 in Keene, Children's Ministries MARGARET TAGLAVORE North Richland Hills, TX. College in Lincoln, NE. After TX. Survivors: son, Ken Simnett- survivors: wife, Eileen Counts, retiring he served for four years Communication JEAN THOMAS North Richland Hills; stepdaugh- Pratt, Cleburne, TX; daughters, as academic dean at Universita Education DOUGLAS WALKER :er, Joyce Furr Hollenbeck, Pasco, Doreen McDaniel, Cleburne, TX Advent Indonesia, Bandung, Family Min./Sabbath School BUFORD GRIFFITH WA; stepsons, J. LaMon Furr, and Jean Kluzit, Fort Worth, TX; Indonesia. Survivors: wife, Hispanic Coordinator EDDIE CANALES Donna, TX; Michael T Furr, Pasco, half-sister, Violet; 8 grandchildren; Evelyn Thomson, Keene; son, Information Systems JERRILYNN BICEK WA, and Larry Don Furr, 8 great-grandchildren; and 1 great- Dr. John Thomson, Saint Manes, Religious Liberty SAMUEL L. GREEN Arlington, TX; and 5 grandchil- great-grandchild. ID; daughter, Mary Jo Brand, Assistant Treasurer JERRY DAVIDSON dren. Madison, WI; sisters, Louise Women's Ministries CARLA BAKER STEELE, Clyde C., born Dec. 4, 1915 FELICIANO, Dora, born May 17, 1938 in Sapulpa, OK and died Aug. 22, Whalin, Colfax, CA, Julia Snyder, Berrien Springs, MI and Lienda in Puerto Rico and died Dec. 7, 1999 in Sand Springs, OK. Jones, Hernando, MS; and 4 Editorial Correspondents 1998 in Keene, TX. Survivors: hus- Survivors: daughters, Gale Phillips, grandchildren. All copy, subscriptions and advertisements should be band, Jose Feliciano, Keene; sons, Tulsa, OK and Carolyn Keller, addressed to the local conference office. lose, Jr. and Ney Ra, both of Dade City, FL; brother Alfred WOODWARD, George Emery, born Keene; Magdad, Collegedale, TN Steele, Chauteau, OK; grandchil- Arkansas-Louisiana: Tibor Shelley, P0. Box 31000 and Abimael, Brownsville, TX. Feb. 21, 1911 in McIntyre, PA and (7025 Greenwood Road), Shreveport, LA 71130, dren, Tammy Shoemaker, died July 31, 1999 in Cleburne, Sherman, TX, Lone Huthinson (318)631-6240 FINDLEY, Warren Brooks, born July TX. Survivors: daughter, and Sherry Nichols both of Tulsa, Oklahoma: John Moyer, P.O. Box 32098, (4735 N.W. 20, 1922 in Dal-Worth, TX and Virginia Barber; granddaughter, OK, Rebecca McCaslin and Kirby Tammie Williams; grandson, 63rd St.), Oklahoma City, OK 73132, (405)721-6110 died Aug. 25, 1999 in Keene, TX. C. Counce both of Midwest City Timothy Williams, all of Southwest Region: Bill Wright, P0. Box 226289, He served as a minister of the OK and Robbie D. Counce of Seventh-day Adventist Church Cleburne, TX; and 3 great-grand- (2215 Lanark), Dallas, TX 75222, (214) 943-4491 Dade City FL; and 12 great-grandchildren. from 1945 to 1965 in the confer- children. Texas: Evadeane Peters, P.O. Box 800, (U.S. 67 ences of Alabama, Mississippi, I-35W), Alvarado, TX 76009-0800, (817) 783-2223 Florida and Texas. Survivors: wife, Wanda Findley, Keene; son, Texico: Gladstone W. Simmons, P.O. Box 7770, (4909 Warren Brooks Findley II, Keene; Canyon Dr.), Amarillo, TX 79114, (806) 353-7251 daughters, Donna Pike, Estes Park, CO and Leisl Findley, Keene; and 4 Editorial Board grandchildren. Max A. Trevino (chair) Rodney Grove FOX, Carllene, born Dec. 2, 1934 in Ted Brown beryl Knutson Rome, GA and died July 18, 1999 Oct. 1 Oct. 8 Oct. 15 Oct. 22 Oct. 29 Nov.5 Ramon Chow Robert Lister in Fort Worth, TX. 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