British Advent MESSENGER

ORGAN OF THE BRITISH UNION CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS

VOLUME 73 • NUMBER 8 APRIL 12, 1968

AN ALL - OUT EFFORT NEWBOLD SHOWS THE WAY

by KENNETH H. GAMMON, Secretary, British Union Lay Activities Department

ES, Ingathering is an all-out effort this ship Card, which provides a project to stir the year. Despite devaluation and the hard interest and challenge the activity of this y budget, Ingathering seems to be as easy group. To send a "flying doctor" plane on a as ever. We believe that more members are fifty-mile mercy flight, or a mission launch on participating than ever before and from a thirty-mile journey of healing, to treat a leper reports coming in, enthusiasm is high. for three months, to feed an orphan for six Newbold College students and faculty weeks—these all become a reality for our have thoroughly enjoyed their Ingathering and earliteens. seldom, if ever, has there been greater zeal For the first time ever, from tiny tots to shown for this missionary endeavour. Under oldest members, we are able to make a the able leadership of Pastor V. H. Hall, the united all-out effort in the Ingathering target of £3,500 was set. Last year's total was campaign. "If Christians were to act in con- £2,800. In one week the magnificent total of cert, moving forward as one, under the direc- £4,640 17s. 9d. has been brought in. What an tion of one Power, for the accomplishment achievement and what an inspiration to the of one purpose, they would move the world." rest of the field! "Testimonies", Vol. 9, page 221. Although Britain's financial reverses seem not to have affected the spirit of giving we Or. K. Hogganvik examining a child in the Addis Agger area. must remember that the money we collect Ethiopia. buys less than ever before, so this means that to support the existing work we must collect much more that formerly, and to ex- tend the work means more money again. Let us all make an all-out effort right up to the closing day. For the first time ever, we have been able to enlist the help of the entire Church. For- merly, of those not old enough by law to col- lect from house-to-house, only the juniors have had any scheme whereby they could help the missionary cause, and this was by the Missionary Volunteer Picture Books. We are proud of our juniors for what they have done and are doing. However, one of the most energetic and enthusiastic groups in the Church has had no plan geared to meet their capabilities. Now this has changed. This year sees the introduction of the Earliteen Friend- service. It is the one who has made Letter from a Leader . . . the visit, conducted the Bible study, and solicited in the Ingathering —your own experience. It is not your Campaign who has the story to tell. profession, nor your preaching that The freshness of the experience is makes the deepest impression but dependent on the date of the event. your uniquely personal relationship Can it be that our silence declares with God. Not only does it exert a our non-commitment? There is no profound influence on others but it church gathering in which one hears also constitutes a strong anchor to more repeatedly of God's direction the soul in the ebb and flow of life. and of providential circumstances We need to be more conscious of than in a colporteurs' council. These our walk with God from day to day. are the men whose daily bread We must cherish the precious ex- depends upon their constant per- periences of a close fellowship with sonal involvement in service and Dear Friends, Jesus. It seems to me that certain their lives are enriched by these vital The question was direct and un- church practices of bygone years contacts. expected. I must admit, I hesitated which apparently have fallen into In closing may I refer you to these for a while before I replied. During disuse could well be revived for the choice words of counsel: the silence I searched into my mind vitalizing of our spirituality. I refer "The Christian should often review to recall a suitable incident that to the testimony meeting. Old- his past life, and recall with gratitude would satisfyingly answer the fashioned! Out of date! Unnecessary! the previous deliverances that God question: "What is your greatest Embarrassing! One can guess the has wrought for him, supporting him experience with God?" Some reaction from some to this sugges- in trial, opening ways before him memories of specific answers to tion. I make no plea for the preserva- when all seemed dark and for- prayer, of direct evidence of provi- tion of archaic institutions and the bidding, refreshing him when ready dential guidance, and of divine help retention of time-honoured pro- to faint. He should recognise all in time of need came to mind and cedures whose only recommendation of them as evidences of the watch- I related them to the young man in may be their antiquity, but we must care of heavenly angels. In view of our house. It was a refreshing defend the unchangeable value of these innumerable blessings he exercise as I thought of bygone voicing our experiences with God. should often ask, with subdued and years and my personal memories of This exercise increases the spiritual grateful heart, 'What shall I render the somewhat minor events of a perception and helps us to discern unto the Lord for all His benefits crowded life which unmistakably the hand of God in the affairs of toward me?' " "Patriarchs and Pro- impressed me with the presence of men. Thus the ordinary event of life phets," page 187. God in my experience. possesses an extraordinary signifi- Sincerely ye rs in Christian fellow- That question has repeatedly cance and daily living becomes more ship. sounded in my ears during recent meaningful and abundant. The weeks. What is your greatest ex- edifying influence of such a life perience with God? This is what exerts a power to encourage and President, others who are seeking fellowship inspire. South England Conference. with God are intensely interested in Closely linked with testimony is

The Most Definite Sign of the End framework of scriptural doctrine and teaching, some OUR Lord specified the most definite sign of His meaningful tableaux on the canvas of church history." coming when He said: "This good news of the kingdom page 13. will be proclaimed to men all over the world as a wit- Among the eighteen chapters, there is one on the ness to all the nations, and then the end will come." relation of this Council to the previous Councils right Matthew 24:14, J.B. Phillips. back to the Council of Nicea, A.D. 325. There is a The Lord's Messenger to the Church of the remnant chapter on the relation of the Bible to Tradition, an- has an equally definite prediction to pin-point the near- other on the relation of the Roman Church to the other ness of the end. "When Protestantism shall stretch her churches, another on the relation of the Pope to the hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman Bishops, another dealing with the rising influence of power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp the Laity in the Church of Rome. There is a chapter hands with Spiritualism, . . . then we may know that on the new attitude of the Papacy to the world. A the time has come for the marvellous working of Satan, penetrating chapter on the character of the Church and and that the end is near."—Testimonies, Vol. 5, page 451. its pretensions is worth careful study, also the new Significance is lent to these graphic words by the attitude of Rome to Religious Liberty, Calendar Reform, publication of a new and scholarly work on the recent the Jews, the Ecumenical Movement. Vatican Council in Rome. The book is entitled: A question that must he faced by the intelligent Adventist is, to what extent has Rome changed? This V A T IC A N II— BRIDGING THE ABYSS. book affords a careful and well-documented appraisal By Dr. Bert Beverly Beach, Ph.D. of events and actions that must be considered. As Dr. Beach writes in his summing up: "It would be equally Review and Herald, 1968; Price $6.95. mistaken for non-Catholics to think that the Catholic (£2 17s. 11d., plus 1/7 postage) 350 pages. Church they are dealing with today is the same old Every minister and member who wishes to be in- Bible-suppressing, science-resisting, every and any liber- formed on the momentous happenings of the Vatican ty-opposing, secular world-hating, culture-ignoring, Council, and their significance on the shape of things to Latin-mumbling, laity-disparaging, ecumenism-condemn- come, must read this book. It gives a coverage of the ing obscurantist papal Romanism of Tridentine and actual decrees and the inside meaning of this Council Counter Reformation vintage." Pages 323, 324. of the Roman Catholic Church. To use the felicitous With two samples of the style, and this brief out- phrasing of the author, the debates and actions of the line of the contents, you must by now be reaching for Catholic Bishops are painted "with Adventist brushes, your pen to order your copies from the Book and Bible against a background of Bible prophecy, and within the House. Good reading.—J. A. McMILLAN.

2 SELL OUR WORK WHILE IT IS STILL DAY . TIMES dumped through the years cluttering the grounds. The SCOTTISH MISSION cO. inside was not much less forbidding.

Focus on Falkirk SABBATH, March 9th was an historic day for members and friends in the Falkirk area. For this was the day when we dedicated our own church building. Only a humble structure, but perfectly functional, and, after major refurbishing, very acceptable. The prospect of purchasing and utilizing the struc- ture was faced with some hesitation, but also with vision by the Scottish Committee last year. The structure had been in recent years the Stirlingshire Cycling Hall, and had served several other uses before that. Through the last nine months fourteen pairs of hands have helped in the painting and decoration of When we were about to conclude the interview on the property. During the final week, before the open- the basis of unsuitability, the owner remarked that ing, Mr. Ian Mackay, one of our faithful members, they had thought of advertising the property as the gave up a week's holiday to aid the writer in com- Cycling Club had only three members left. The number pleting the church alterations, so as to be ready for of inquiries from callers during the period of renova- opening day. tion led us to believe he would not have been short of Mr. Colin Wilson, treasurer of the British Union prospective purchasers. was the guest speaker at the opening service. As a Providentially we believe the hand of the Lord Scot he made an immediate appeal to his audience who had allotted it to our use. Two of our older members, had packed every available seat. He told of the days Mrs. Margaret Stewart and Mrs. Leishman, remember in Edinburgh when, as a youth, he used his energies that it was the late Pastor Edward Butters who rented in the Nationalist cause. He continued to do so until this very hall many years ago. the powerful preaching of Christ by Pastor Roy We renewed some of the weatherboarding, painted Anderson converted him. the whole building with pale grey Sandtex, the doors This he said, was where the Seventh-day Adventist in medium blue, and the windows white. A friend in Church gave a purpose and meaning in this troubled the Salvation Army, a regular reader of Our Times, world. We were not just another sect, but in the led us to a place where we bought our fence for £18 imagery of Revelation, fulfilled the prophetic picture instead of incurring an £80 bill via regular channels. of the Angel with the "Loud Cry" declaring God's The whole property had cost the equivalent of what last message of mercy and warning to a doomed world. had been just before one year's rent—though with an The providential leading of the past few months equal amount spent on repairs and decorations. which led to our having a church of our own were re- Pastor R. H. Bainbridge, President of the Mission, counted by the writer. It started last spring when one expressed grateful thanks to all who had given money of our members, Miss Smith, who at the time had not and other gifts for the new church. Mention was made been baptized, was asked while Ingathering: "Where of the gift Dr. G. Brown of Crieff donated, thanks to is your church?" to which she replied: "We don't have which we have a carpet covering the entire floor of the one yet." Eager to know more the person asked: main hall. The organ and stool, along with the chairs, "Where do you hold your meetings?" When told, he had been donated with money from the Stirling Com- said: "That's a very expensive place; I know a hall pany helping in their purchase. The desk had been that can be rented for only 10s. a week." And he wrote donated by Pastor R. Brett before he left for the U.S.A. the name and address on a piece of paper twice the Pastor Bainbridge had donated the electric clock. size of a postage stamp. Mr. John Todd with his skilled and ever willing The first look over the place was not very encourag- hands, painted the notice board. ing: broken windows, dirty appearance, the railway Before the visiting members and friends from sleener fence about to fall down, two dilapidated doors, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Crieff, and Lundin and hundreds of beer cans, bottles, and sundry rubbish Links, returned home, having filled the church to the very last seat, they heard Gospel solos sung by Miss Above: Tastefully arranged interior of the new Falkirk church. Rita Hanna and Mr. Martin Farrell, assisted by Mr. John Farrell at the organ. Several non-members and Below left: Before work commenced. friends were present, and were pleasantly surprised at Below right: Pleasing appearance after renovation. the result of this venture of faith.—GEORGE E. MARSHALL

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A number of films illustrating how to become more efficient in this very important department of the SOUTH ENGLAND Church wound up our afternoon workshop. Before closing the rally, the South England Con- CONFERENCE ference P.R. secretary announced that a special medal had been struck which would be presented at the end of the year to the local P.R. secretary who, in the LONDON judgment of the Conference Committee, had rendered Public Relations Rally the most valuable and consistent service in 1968 in this department. S. HOWARD PARKIN. A MOST profitable Public Relations Rally was con- ducted in the New Gallery for Public Relations secretaries from the greater London Area, on Sabbath, January 13th. The special speakers appointed for the day were Pastors Paul Sundquist, Victor Cooper, and Howard Parkin, P.R. secretaries of the Northern European Division, the British Union, and South England respec- tively. They were joined in the afternoon symposium by Mrs. Enid Tolman, P.R. secretary of the Chiswick Church. In the morning service held in the main auditorium, Pastor Sundquist spoke on, "I have set before thee an open door. . . ." Rev. 3:8. He encouraged all present not only to enter into 'salvation,, but also to pass through the open door into service and witness for Christ. The afternoon session, a P.R. Workshop, was held in the well-filled chapel. In the symposium, the "Why," "How," "Who," and "When" of Public Relations Wimbledon Church's Welfare endeavour gladly assisted a fairly work were dealt with by the four speakers already recent "Help the Aged" appeal organized by the London Borough mentioned. Pastor Sundquist illustrated his talk on of Merton. Our picture shows local minister. Pastor J. C. the "Why" of P.R. with the results of a recent Collins on duty. competition held at Newbold College. These he placed on a large flannelgraph board. The best definition of P.R. given by one of the students was "Presenting Stewardship and Development Department Reality." South England Conference Secretary: Pastor Rex Riches Pastor Victor Cooper gave one of the most com- prehensive outlines of what Public Relations work can embrace, in a stimulating half-hour talk. This was COME with me to one of the most interesting and followed by Mrs. Tolman's account of her Press beautiful cities of the world—Oxford. Relations success in the Chiswick area. The way in which she has persevered and built up a wonderful Admire the glorious hall of Christ Church with its liaison with the local newspapers was a story which hammer-beam roof; visit Merton College's ancient evoked many questions in the discussion period which library and chapel which was being built when Wyclif followed. was here; see the towering spire of St. Mary's church "The —When" of P.R.' is to start now," said where Cranmer was tried in 1556 and from which he Pastor Parkin. To be prepared with our background was hurried to his execution near the spot where the material beforehand, to be on time with our copy, and graceful Martyr's Memorial now stands. Not far away to remember to express our appreciation afterwards is Lincoln College with John Wesley's room preserved were elements of success in the fostering of good as in the time of his fellowship there. We must see relations. the beautiful Duke Humphrey's Library in the Bodleian

London Area P.R. Secretaries surveying Pastor Paul Sundquist'a where scholars still pursue their researches as they Flannelgraph P.R. Illustrations. have done since the fifteenth century; the rood screens of All Souls' and New College and the well-preserved city walls in the garden of the latter must not be missed; neither should the Ashmolean Museum, Magdalen Tower, the gardens of St. John's . . . and many, many others. You want to see the Seventh-day Adventist church here? Well, if you insist! We shall have to turn our backs on all this beauty and penetrate deeply into the twentieth century's architectural bequest to Oxford— the rows of squalid red-brick houses which separate the University from Morris Motors. Down this side-street, past the cinema where the children queue on Saturday mornings for their show; into yet another side street, and, there it is—behind that prison-like brick wall, literally in the back-yard of that non-too-salubrious- looking house. It was built about the turn of the century as a one-room school and has since been used

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the floor is rotten in places and there are several holes in it. That little partitioned-off place in the corner with about the floor space of four telephone kiosks? That's where our Juniors have their Sabbath school (it also doubles for a vestry, there being no auxiliary rooms whatsoever here). Where do the Primary children meet? Half a mile away in a hired hall, (except when it is needed for wedding receptions, etc.), crossing two roads in the process. Your feet are cold? We're sorry, but the rubber and cardboard stuffing doesn't keep the draught out very well. Facilities for Ordinances? Non-existent. We have a Building Fund, but it grows slowly as our membership is small and chiefly low-income; nevertheless we raised over £700 in 1967. Generous Americans, who feel the pain of the contrast between the University's architectural beauty and our squalor and who recognize Oxford not only as a British but The Seventh-day Adventists In Oxford at present use this a world city, have helped considerably, but land is hall among the "rows of squalid red-brick houses." vastly expensive here (we were recently offered a desirable plot—at £30,000!) and we need many more thousands of pounds sterling if Oxford, which has heard so many phases of the Christian evangel, is by a succession of sects, including one led by a colour- to have an adequate representation of the Third Angel's ful, white-bearded character who called himself the Message. DENNIS PORTER, M.A., "Bishop of Mercia.- Church Elder. You want to visit the toilet? Its right here almost opposite the church entrance door; actually, of course, Since this article was written an alternative, less it's the outside w.c. of the house. We share it with expensive, plot of land has been obtained and plans for the occupants on a five-year agreement! Incidentally, a new church building are in process of being prepared. on Sabbaths, as you emerge after Divine Worship On January 4th, 1968, the South England Conference Executive Committee voted that the Oxford project benefit you get the full aroma of the meat cooking in the from the Conference 1% Building Fund in 1969. house. Your generous giving to this fund is much appreciated Now we are inside! Please walk carefully because by the Conference administration. R.R.

Students planning to take the State Teacher EDUCATIONAL DEPARTMENT training in Britain should also seek such counsel Union Secretary: Pastor R. E. Graham before signing up. Many have found the one-year, supplementary course at Newbold a helpful preliminary and "faith strengthener" before proceeding to Teacher British Teachers Training college. Incidentally, a number who are already in training colleges are finding their teachers most THE following young people, originally from Britain, helpful and co-operative in regard to any problems have recently been appointed to denominational employ- which Adventists are likely to experience in Govern- ment in Australia: ment schools. G. L. CAVINESS, Ph.D., Principal, Ministerial: Newbold College. Youlden, Geoffrey Earle South New South Wales Conference Primary Teaching: Life-Saving at Laurieston Phillips, Florence Eunice Queensland Conference Youlden, Judith Marion West Australia LAURIESTON School is only two miles from the centre of Leeds, yet is in quite A delightful setting. Teacher Training Programme in Australia: A Trees seclude it from a busy main road, and in these number of young people have inquired about the trees and the big garden, many birds and squirrels live, primary teacher training programme at Avondale enabling the children to observe and identify these College, Australia. It is unfortunate that the Govern- creatures of God. ment education department has the monopoly of There are three classes at Laurieston School. The teacher training in Britain. Consequently the teacher Nursery children are under the care of Miss B. training course at Newbold can be a supplementary Brook, the Infant class is taught by the Headmistress, one only. Mrs. J. Caukill, and the Juniors are taught by Miss Students who can afford it and wish to take their M. Jones. At present the school enrolment is 36. teacher training in an Adventist college could do Most children enjoy doing something worth while so at Avondale, and of course we would hope that to help others, and Laurieston children have had they would be available for teaching in Adventist opportunities to give their time and efforts to help schools in Britain after completing their training. those less fortunate than themselves, during this Those interested should consult the Educational Sec- school year. Apart from the two Christmas carol retary of the British Union Conference, Stanborough services presented firstly for parents and then for the Park, Watford, Herts., before making definite plans. churchmembers, the children walked to a nearby

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OUR TIMES SOW THE SEED OF TRUTH Home for the Aged, bearing gifts, and happy smiles of cheer. How those old people enjoyed their visit and the carol service, and the familiar faces of the children who have been to see them on many different occasions including Harvest Thanksgiving. Besides visiting old people we are planning an Easter visit to the children's ward of a local hospital. The children have also experienced joy and satisfaction in giving money to help the orphans in this country and abroad. A representative of the Dr. Barnardo Homes recently visited to thank the children personally for the help they have given so generously and explain how their money is being used. On the evening of February 22nd, some of the school children attended the Festival of Queens where they saw their money given to aid the work of the National Children's Homes. Soon we will be able to help needy people through the Annual Missions Appeal.

The school is fortunate in having grounds that Enterprising student Wilt Glew seen here with one of his provide opportunities for becoming better acquainted bicycles available for hire—one aspect of a scheme for with the Creator, through the study of nature. Junior raising "Investment" funds. boys have constructed a bird table which is seldom without feathered visitors. Nearby is open land very suitable for nature walks. This term we have a new Wilf is their most resourceful and enthusiastic member of the school in Sandy the hamster. recruit, and the Glew enterprises their most thriving Each Thursday afternoon, Infant and Junior venture. children are seen travelling to the new Leeds Inter- Wilf has been at Newbold for two years. Before national Swimming Pool where they receive instruction that he was a successful youth leader in Leeds. Now in swimming and life-saving. At Laurieston we are not he hands over "investment" profits as they come in only concerned with life-saving in the water but with every week. He does not bother to keep records of his God's help and leading we are endeavouring to save donations. How much does not matter to him. He lives for eternity. Please pray that this school may says: "My philosophy about money is that it is not be an effective life-saving institution. mine. It is something God has given to me to use in Press Relations Secretary. the best way I can." Three vintage cars collected over the past two years, a 1932 Austin (bought for cash), a 1936 Morris (given to him), and a 1937 Austin (bought for £10) SABBATH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT —are Wilf's largest money-spinners. He augments his Union Secretary: Pastor K. H. Gammon stock-in-trade by bartering or part-exchanging lesser items. Wilf's charges for hiring a car are low--£1 a day, Pious Private Enterprise 10s. half a day, or 2s. 6d. for a short run. Out of the takings he pays road tax and insurance, and gives the

(READERS of the MESSENGER will have heard recently of emphasis remainder to the church investment fund. But even that is being placed on the Investment programme. We are happy this pious business has its risks. Just over two weeks to reprint here copy of an article which appeared in The Woking- ham Time, showing how one busy college student is raising his ago one of the cars got tangled up with a lorry and Investment money. Surely if a student engaged in his studies can was a write-off. do this, everyone can do something to raise extra funds for our missions programme.—K.H.G.) Wilf has cycles for hire, and at one time he had a collection of seven bicycles. Now, after sundry sales STUDENT Wilf Glew's remarkable business instincts and swops, only three remain in action. Most of them concern all his fellow students at Newbold College, came together from a mass of spare parts which this Binfield. Wilf, twenty-seven years old, is the operator resourceful young Yorkshireman keeps in a garage of an extensive and versatile hiring system. His service rented from the college. includes the lending of cars and bicycles, tape recorders, Whenever he can snatch a moment from his studies, records, record-players, lamps, books, radios, and foot- Wilf gets to work on the assembly of another machine. ball boots. You name it, Wilf will find it and lend it These he lets out for 2s. a day or ls. for a short run. for a small charge. Some things go without charge. "If somebody is in But he has no personal monetary interest in all a jam and has no money I lend things as a special this "go-getting." He gives the profits from his service," he says. "business" to the Newbold College Church. To keep a balance between business and theological The organizers of the church's weekly adult Bible studies is Wilf's main concern for the future. He classes try to boost their collections for overseas wants his enterprise to continue, and maybe even to medical, educational, and missionary expansion by expand, but, with an eye on the academic pundits, he encouraging their members to augment their regular says that not even investment must interfere with the gifts by investing money in a project of their own serious business of learning. devising. This could be gardening, needlework, car- After all, getting a professorship is one thing. pentry, or something similar. If a student is short Becoming a tycoon certainly is another. of cash, small loans are available. (Reprinted from the lVokingham Times.)

6 "make ends meet," and in its place has been introduced a less-taxing programme—inevitably producing custom- ers who are more responsive to the continued gradual unfolding of light. (Nevertheless, there must be a continued large scale distribution of the small books and magazines as a means of mass communication.)

Age of credit-selling One of the problems of selling a larger unit to householders is naturally the question of finance. However, this difficulty has largely been overcome by the establishment of the HOME HEALTH EDUCA- TION SERVICE. This organization located in the B.U.C. offices, offers credit facilities to members of the public desirous of purchasing Adventist literature, while the literature evangelist's commission is paid at the time the order is taken.

"Pilot" scheme In order to "test" the market, each publishing secretary experimented in his own territory with sets of The Bible Story obtained from the Review & Herald.

1110111, iiiiii 1111, Though it was not possible for the P.D.S. to spend Enr, lllll ',UMW, M. more than a couple of days on this venture, the 111111111MM results were encouraging. It was also decided that the publishing secretaries should spend one week in Derby prior to our annual Swanwick Institute, with a view to gaining much- needed experience with this fine series. In connection with the latter venture, a fair amount of advertising prepared the ground. A questionngire regarding public interest in Sunday Schools, etc., led ILM to several articles in the Derby Evening Telegraph. An advertisement was also inserted in this same news- paper. Then, thanks to the help of churchmembers from many parts, approximately 18,000 leaflets and $VORY" postage-paid reply cards were distributed. This resulted in about 180 requests for further information, with a yield of approximately one in four. leaves the launching pad ' Far more important than the financial aspects of the venture was the invaluable experience gained by W. J. ARTHUR by the publishing secretaries, because more was Publishing Department Secretary, British Union Conference learned in the school of practical endeavour than from a dozen sales manuals! ITH a 61.3% increase in crime since 1960 in Perhaps one of the most R. J. Davey ready to start heart-warming aspects of England and Wales, and an indictable offence a day's work with The" W the scheme was the fact being committed every 26.3 seconds during Bible Story." 1966, thinking people everywhere are expressing grave that the £25 price was not concern. as sizeable a barrier as was The fact that good, wholesome literature is an first anticipated in our indispensable aid in combating crime and delinquency, minds! The answer lay in and leading men and women to a higher plane of salesmanship. In fact, ac- living (here and hereafter) led the Union Committee cording to reports received, some months ago to accept a Division recommendation almost all who heard a that we extend the range of literature produced at the canvass from beginning to Stanborough Press by printing the 10-volume set of end agreed that the books Uncle Arthur's The Bible Story. were well worth the money. It was therefore with a Advantages of "Set" selling fair degree of fervour that These splendid books have met with enormous o u r publishing secretaries success in many countries of the world. Not only proceeded to Swanwick with has the idea of "set" selling brought financial stability the purpose of similarly to publishing houses, but also to the literature evangel- enthusing the assembly with ist. the virtues of The Bible In many cases, away has gone the arduous, Story programme! exacting "slog" with small literature in order to continued on page 14 OVER 7 YEARS IN PREPARATION - COSTING OVER 1200,000 "A BRIGHT FUTURE IN STORE FOR The BIBLE STORY" Say the Publishing Department Secretaries

"The 10-Volume set in the hands of consecrated literature evangelists, I am sure, will be a success from the start, not only in sales but souls. Initial reports from five workers in South England are encouraging. In three and a half days at Derby, six P.D.S exceeded f1,000 worth of business. I, personally, found people more than interested and nobody told me £25 was too much for such lovely books!" T. J. WATTS South England

"I do feel that The Bible Story must have prominent place in our literature programme, for it will help in improving the public image of the Seventh-day Adventist Church." (Brother Davey, being only recently appointed as Assistant P.D.S. in South England, did not participate in the Derby pilot scheme.) R. J. DAVEY South England

"People are thrilled when they see The Bible Story. One lady we visited in Wellingborough told us: 'For years I have searched for a true and satisfying presentation of the complete Bible for young people. This is just what I have been looking for!' "Many literature evangelists have been waiting a long time for something like this, too. With The Bible Story they can find a welcome in many homes without fear of prejudice; they can present the basic plan of salvation in every demonstration; and they can get close to the needs of a responsive audience. With the blessing of God, The Bible Story will win many souls for the kingdom if members of ability will accept this challenge of real literature evangelism." D. COX North England

"Pastor A. S. Maxwell was given a talent by God for painting beautiful pictures with the use of words. He has used this talent to make the stories of the Old and the New Testament come to life in his production, The Bible Story. Add to this the beautiful art work by Harry Anderson, Russell Harlan, and other famous artists, and you have the best and most attractive presentation of Bible stories ever produced. "I know that this work will bring great blessing, not only to the people outside the Church, but also to our own young people. Every family needs these wonderful books in their own home." W. KITCHEN North England

"The introduction of The Bible Story is the most sensational happening in the Publishing Department of the British Union Conference since I came to this country. I look into the future with optimism. "Our Publishing Department looks upon the introduction of The Bible Story, coupled with Payment by Mail, as an opportunity to accomplish great things—with your help, it will!" W. M. MASON Wales

"Having canvassed schools, convents, and libraries with The Bible Story, I have been thrilled at the reception I have had. . . . A Mother Superior recently remarked about the superb quality of the pictures. . . . God has blessed me wonderfully, and I am gaining more and more confidence every day. "Many, I am sure, will find Jesus as their Saviour through reading The Bible Story." A. J. MORGAN Ireland

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A PLAN FOR NATION-WIDE ADVERTISING With Your Help This Can be Regularly Achieved day lellota0 WHAT a wonderful thing it would be if all our churches and companies could, as an evangelistic investment, undertake to insert the Voice of Prophecy Sabbath, May 11th advert (below) in their local papers at least once a quarter—oftener if possible. Hear: In this way, prospective students—and converts— W. DUNCAN EVA, President, Northern European Division in areas where they can be served by an already estab- BERNARD E. SETON, President, British Union Conference lished church, can be found. Bible-Centred Preachers of Power. Unfortunately, our advertising fund has reached an Enjoy: all-time low, yet to maintain the crusade for truth, we Gospel music at its best simply must advertise. Hence this appeal to all our Meet: churches and companies. Friends from all over the Midlands Will you please consider this plan with sympathy, then act in harmony with the needs of God's Cause, Sabbath School 10.00 a.m. and to the limit of your resources. Divine Service 11.15 a.m. Praise Service 2 00 p.m. We will gladly supply photographic prints for your Uplift Hour 2.45 p.m. local paper to reproduce. Just write to: Pastor A. C. Vine, The Voice of Prophecy Bible School, Stanborough A real blessing awaits you and the family at the Park, Watford, Herts. beautifully-appointed Our heartfelt thanks, and the Lord bless you. CIVIC HALL • WOLVERHAMPTON

WHAT DOES IT HOLD? With his four young children he moved to Wales where Pastor David Morrison studied with him, and * Will God permit sin & suffering to continua? * Will Christ come again? * Will there bo he was baptized in 1915 by Pastor A. E. Bacon. Attend- lasting peace? * Will the dead lire again? ing church required a seven-mile walk every Sabbath. He has served as deacon in Newport, Mon., in The answers to these, and many other questions, are to he found in the Bible. Post this card today, and receive ENTIRELY FREE, the easy- to. understand Bible Nottingham, and now in Lincoln. With his brother Lessons, on its great teachings and prophecies, espeCially prepared by the VOICE of Gabriel he built the very fine Newport church, Pastor GOD'S WORD PROPHECY BIBLE SCHOOL. REVEALS THE Morrison serving as labourer. Gabriel's daughter, Miss TRUTH AND uw ENABLES YOU Bertha Clarke, still follows in her father's footsteps by TO FACE THE ACOOLLS1 FUTURE WITH giving valuable service as a Literature Evangelist in HOPE AND the Newport area. CONFIDENCE Brother Clarke's family have brought great blessing to the Cause—his daughter, Mrs. Baldwin is a physio- THE VOICE OF PROPHECY BIBLE SCHOOL, STANBOROUGH PARK therapist and served the Stanboroughs in this capacity WATFORD, HERTS. for ten years. Wife of Lincoln church elder, she is mother of Valerie, now Evangelist Geoffrey Munson's life partner. NORTH ENGLAND -3 Also serving the Lincoln church is Brother Clarke's other daughter, Mrs. Pain, mother of Bob Misson

CONFERENCE Brother T. Clarke of Lincoln

LINCOLN Britain's Senior Deacon? BROTHER T. CLARKE of Lincoln looks 65, but, in fact is almost 85. It could well be that he qualifies as Britain's senior deacon, for he still ably and regularly serves in this capacity. His dedication to the truth has brought him a rich endowment of physical health from the Lord. He heard the message in 1907 from his brother colporteur Gabriel Clarke. At that time he was employed by the Squire at Melksham, Wilts. He cared for the Squire's eight hunting horses and drove a carriage and pair. The Squire pleaded with him to stay, but his Sabbath convictions compelled him to re- linquish a congenial job in congenial surroundings.

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(married and at Loma Linda University), and Ann hitherto unknown to us. The incident evoked thoughts (also happily married, and in Australia). of Elijah's cry: "I only am left . . . !" when there Brother Clarke has eight great-grandchildren born were yet seven thousand unsullied priests of God. We in the message. His first wife was treasurer at Newport are not alone in Sabbath-keeping by any means. till she was 80. Later, he found another fine and dedi- Space does not permit a full report of Brother cated life partner in Miss Hook, of Newport. He likes Wesley's address, of course, but he confirmed his the hymn: "Be still my soul: the Lord is on thy side"; remarks by frequent references to the Word of God and appreciates the practical advice of another fav- beginning at Genesis and observing that as early as ourite: "Take time to be holy." the third chapter "all was spoilt." Man's glorious Blessings on this noble veteran! His faithfulness inheritance was ruined by one act of weakness. has marvellously enriched God's Church with children, Later in his talk, when referring to John the and children's children, who, like him, love and follow Baptist's warning that the Kingdom of Heaven was the saving truth of the Advent message.—R. D. Vine, at hand, he reminded us that it was just as much at Editor. hand to John's generation as it is to ours. He poured scorn on the belief that this Kingdom would come about by man's efforts, pointing out that this was im- LEICESTER possible where Parliament passed laws legalising sin. Leicester's Other Wesley When thanking Mr. Wesley on behalf of the Leicester church Pastor Lowe told us that he could ALL the world knows of John and Charles Wesley see the speaker's notes on a card which bore the words but on Sabbath, February 17, 1968, the Leicester "turn over if there's time." Unfortunately, there wasn't, Seventh-day Adventist church made the happy but we all agreed that we would like to know what acquaintance of yet another member of Wesley was on the other side of that card and look forward stock when Mr. Isaac Wesley preached to a capacity to finding out at a later date. JAMES T. RUSH, audience of members and visitors. Press Relations Secretary. The occasion was not unique in respect of the name of this dear old gentleman, whom we took to our hearts immediately. It was rather in the fact that he has been keeping and preaching the Sabbath truth for over sixty of his ninety-two years! His delivery LIGHT and knowledge of the Scriptures, which he read without glasses, would have done credit to a man seventy years THE WORLD his junior. This is no literary exaggeration in order that some of the facts may be believed. It is a simple state- WITH ment of what took place and what was a privilege to hear. LITERATURE

"Pastor! Pastor!" IT is inspiring to note the tact that God imparts to colporteurs. As C. LaBorde, of the South Caribbean Conference, was returning from his work one after- noon, a lady called to him saying: "Pastor! Pastor!" When he stooped to see what the lady wanted, she asked him: "Are you a pastor?" "No," he replied, "I am a colporteur." "Then you are the person I would like to see. I want to tell you about the hypocrites in your church." "In that case," answered Brother LaBorde, "I will see you tomorrow. I am in a hurry now." Meanwhile he asked the churchmembers about this woman, and they warned: "She is a trouble-maker; don't waste time with her." Nevertheless, the following evening he went to see her and said: "Before you tell me anything let's pray. I will pray first, and then you follow. In your Pastor David tows talking to Mr. Isaac Wesley prayer tell God all you would like to tell me about those hypocrites, and I will listen." The situation began when one of Mrs. Lowe's con- Together they knelt down, and Brother LaBorde tacts in connection with Pastor D. Lowe's current prayed. When he finished, she was silent. He waited campaign expressed knowledge of the Sabbath truth but still she did not pray. Then he opened his eyes and surprised Mrs. Lowe by saying that she had been and saw that she was weeping. She did not tell him brought up to keep it, adding that her father still anything about the hypocrites and he asked no preached on the subject. On hearing this, Pastor questions. Instead he talked to her about the love of Lowe was quick to make contact with our friend and, Christ, read her some Bible passages, and invited after mentioning the incident to the churchmembers, her to church. extended an invitation on their behalf for Mr. Wesley To the surprise of all she accepted the invitation, to visit us on the following Sabbath. and continued attending church regularly. When Thus it was that the happy meeting took place Brother LaBorde related this experience, he added: between the local members and the Sabbath keeper "Now I am giving her studies leading to baptism."

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To all who respond to the divine call, God gives articles, and also at the back there area few experiences that angels would like to have. Say to Him pages for the children. I am sure that you will enjoy today: "Lord, 'here am I, send me.' " Write to your reading it. It is just 1/6. Thank you." publishing secretary, offering to be a courageous col- TUDOR J. WATTS, DCIrteur. PASTOR NICOLAS CHAI J, Florida. P.D.S., South England Conference.

Share the Joy of Soul-saving HELP! Through Literature Evangelism THE world around us is sinking lower into sin, WE should be proud indeed of our missionary Satan is deceiving the people of the world in church magazines, for in two years eighty-one their millions. The present state of affairs is people were baptized as a result of reading rapidly approaching the stage where even the very these truth-filled pages. Have you had the joy of elect will be deceived. winning someone to the Saviour by door-to-door liter- I have no need to repeat the words in 2 Timothy ature evangelism? If not—why not? I believe that 2:1-5 which depict the state of man in these last God expects every able-bodied member to do some days for truly these conditions are upon us. active work in shedding light in so dark a world. Should we not then AWAKE and act quickly Feeling that more of our members might take up while it is still DAY for the night cometh when NONE this work of magazine selling, if they know what to OF US WILL BE ABLE TO WORK. say, I have pleasure in submitting a few sample Have you asked yourself: Why am I a Seventh- suggestions: day Adventist? "Good morning! I am calling upon you and your Why has God called me "out of darkness into His neighbours in door-to-door Bible Evangelism. I do marvellous light"? Why are Adventists a special group this work for a few hours each week as it gives me set apart? much satisfaction to realize that thousands of people, I will tell you; God wanted to save you for after reading such literature as this (place magazines eternity, but in so doing He wanted your talents to in hand) enjoy a better understanding of God's Word be used in His service, for you to bear witness to the and as a result have found happiness and hope for world of His love and saving grace. the future. They are only 3/6 and I personally would But remember you are to be "a peculiar people," appreciate your constructive comments on these journals different even from other Christians. Yes, we have a when next I call. Thank you." special message to take to the whole world, the Third "Good morning! We are just introducing our Angel's Message. The message of a soon-coming companion magazines Good Health and Our Times. Saviour. You have probably seen these before (place in prospect's What are you doing to warn the people, and hands). Good Health contains articles by doctors, and help them prepare? it has fashion pages, garden notes, recipes and a If you feel you are not talented enough to preach, children's section. Our Times brings a message of to give Bible studies, etc., you can still take the hope and cheer. It also contains children's ,pages and a message to your neighbours and friends by using our competition. They sell together at 3/6 and I am sure special message magazine, Our Times, and passing it that you will enjoy them. Thank You!" on to these good people. "Good morning! My name is I am JUST ONE MORE just making a friendly visit to all the homes in this The whole purpose of Our Times is to assist YOU, area to introduce to you our home missionary period- God's chosen people, to sound the warning call. Did ical Our Times. So many people are enjoying its you know that in the British Isles we have approx- message of good news, and I'm sure you would, too. imately 11,000 members, and sales of Our Times It is only 1/6 and comes out once a month. Thank are only 22,000 copies per issue? Just two per you." (On leaving, if purchased: "I will look forward member. Therefore, by taking just one more copy to seeing you again. next month. Good morning.") you can increase our sales by 50% and give the "Good morning, Mrs. We are just opportunity of eternal life to at least another 11,000 making a brief visit to every home in the district with souls. our special paper for the family, Our Times." (Turning The cost, 9d per copy, per month, or 2i-d per week. through its pages quickly—with magazine held in 2 copies cost — 41c1 per week position convenient for prospect to see clearly). . . . 3 copies cost — 6icl per week "It relates the Bible to life today; and notice there is an interesting section for the children. Published just What price is this to pay? A bar of chocolate? once a month, it is excellent value for only 1/6. One ice-cream? A fancy cake? etc. Surely we should We feel sure you will enjoy reading it!" be able to double and treble these sales figures! It is "Good morning, Madam. My name is only a small price to pay for proclaiming salvation, and with a few friends I am calling on all the homes especially when our Lord gave up all worldly comforts, with the Our Times magazine." (Hand magazine to His home and family, to do the will of His Father, prospect.) It is a kind of church (or Christian) news- and finally gave His life as the supreme sacrifice paper which relates the Bible with the every day so that we, unworthy as we are, might have life events that we read about in the daily newspapers, everlasting in the world made new. and helps us to understand some of the things that Think on these words, look at the plea on the are happening in the world. I know you will enjoy opposite page, then order your Our Times—NOW, or your copy. It is only 1/6. Thank you." (Refer to increase your existing order with your Lay Activities children's pages if prospect is young.) Secretary TODAY. "Good morning! We are just calling round with "Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee this Christian News magazine, Our Times. (Hand a crown of Life." Rev. 2:10. E. L. SOUTHEY, magazine to prospect.) There are all sorts of interesting Circulation Manager.

12 Dear Friends, Hear my plea !

BUY M SELL ME, OR WE ME BUT PitEASE "THE BIBLE STORY" continued from page 7 HERE'S AN The Future Not a few of our dedicated literature evangelists AFTER-INGATHERING have expressed a desire to enter into this new dimension of selling. TREAT At the time of writing, there have been a few unfortunate delays; and there are still many problems FOR YOU—YOUR FRIENDS—YOUR FAMILY regarding advertising revenue. Still, we believe the future of this marvellously-illustrated set is indeed Sponsored by North England Conference bright. Already, in spite of much religious prejudice Sabbath School and Lay Activities Departments in Ireland, A. J. Morgan has taken orders for f200 and £175 in successive weeks. Literature evangelist, E. Fung, of London is delighted with this set, "for it consists of full-message books." "Already in one week, he has taken £150 in orders," reports PDS., LAKELAND T. J. Watts. The writer has had the privilege of selling a set to a Jesuit College on the Isle of Jersey, with a promise CARAVANSERAI that the Assistant General will forward a testimonial letter. It is anticipated in the course of time that we MAY 17-19, 1968 approach many of the country's leading citizens with a view to receiving additional letters, which will greatly aid a wider sale. Spring in the Lake District is glorious. How would you Openings have been obtained by Pastors A. S. like to join a group of about 100 Adventist members . . . Maxwell and V. H. Cooper for advertising in several family groups and friends to spend a week-end "Out of this national religious newspapers. World"? The accommodation is in roomy modern caravans Human Effort -I- Divine Power = Success on a well-appointed site near to beautiful Derwentwater. Thus far we have heard much about human Objectives are the widening of Adventist fellowship and effort which has been exerted under Divine guidance. the deepening of Adventist faith. This is not a concentrated In addition to the exploits of the "sales and advertis- study session but an opportunity to meet old friends and ing staff," special mention should be made regarding make new ones in a relaxed atmosphere of worship and the tireless efforts of the valiant force of workers at recreation. Worship in the charming village church. Visiting the Press—some of whom worked all night in order speakers of talent. Well-appointed local Memorial Hall to meet one or two schedules. However, we close with a request that YOU, dear also at our disposal. Full particulars of the week-end and friend, join US in specially seeking the unction of its modest cost from Pastor J. Mahon, 22 Zulla Rd., Mapper- Heaven on The Bible Story programme, that through ley Park, Nottingham, NG3 5BZ. The Caravanserai is best this medium there might be a goodly number of suited to families or parties of friends (4 ladies or 4 gentle- "saints" awaiting the Master's return. men) travelling by their own motor transport. A WEEK-END "OUT OF THIS WORLD"! THE A • • • BRITISH oLateltatei

WITH SUMMER HOLIDAYS IN MIND . . . UNION Why not try a completely NEW CAMPING CONCEPT CONFERENCE ost FOR THE "YOUNG-MARRIED" and "LIVELY MIDDLE- by V. H. Cooper: Secretary, British Union AGED". Children catered tor.

NORTH ENGLAND CONFERENCE TELEPHONE EVANGELISM.—Voice of Prophecy and Faith for Today have both commenced telephone evangelism in the U.S.A. to boost listening audiences and increase Bible course enrolments. Both programmes HOLIDAY CAMP intend making tapes of their messages which will be available for use throughout America. In the city of JULY 28—AUGUST 5, 1968 Atlanta 80,000 listened to the Adventist telephone In NORTH WALES at Beautiful—Bracing programme in eight months, 11,500 of these callers gave their name and address for a free Bible Course. ABERDARON Inquiries are being made with the hope of starting a The "seaside jewel" at the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula similar service in Britain. Full particulars of entirely new arrangements and accommodation ORDINANCE OF HUMILITY.—After discovering fees etc. from Pastor J. M. Huzzey, 22 Zulla Rd., Mapperley Park, that the service of feet-washing is still practised by the Nottingham. NG3 5BZ Seventh-day Adventist Church, Mr. Peter A. Wright, m.v.o. of the Royal Almonry office and Privy Purse Sponsored by North England Conference Youth and at Buckingham Palace and organizer of the Royal Lay Activities Departments Maundy service at Westminster Abbey, attended Com- munion service at the Stanborough Park church.

14 Poison in that Cup of Coffee Solve the hot drink problem with Granose health coffee (decaffeinated). Only 4/3d. per jar from your "IF you could extract a single drop of tasteless, local health food store. colourless liquid contained in that cup of steaming beverage at your elbow and inject it into the family cat, the poor creature would be dead within five minutes. For caffeine, the essential ingredient of coffee, [and tea] is a deadly poison. Injected into your muscles, it would paralyse them. "An infinitesimal amount applied directly to your brain would send you into violent convulsions from which you would most probably die. . . . "Of course, when you swallow the caffeine in coffee DECAFFEINATED none of these disasters happen—mainly because most INSTANT COFFEE goes straight to the kidneys which render it [almost] 100% PURE harmless. "Even so, research at Massachusetts Institute of Technology shows that some startling things happen inside us after even a couple of cups of coffee. "Within ten minutes, the temperature of your stomach jumps about 10 to 15 degrees Farenheit and there's an increase of up to 400 per cent in its secretion of hydrochloric acid. "Your salivary glands double their output, your heart beats 15 per cent faster, and your lungs work 11 per cent harder. Dr. Phillip Hawk, arranged for 250 non-coffee drinkers "Blood vessels get narrower in your brain and to drink from two to six cups a day for six months. wider in and around your heart. Your metabolism Just under half complained of painful 'burning in the rate goes up 24 per cent, and your kidneys begin to stomach.' As soon as they stopped coffee drinking, work 30 per cent harder. the pains disappeared."—Extract from the Watford "Scientists at a New York hospital working with and District Evening Echo.

ance, Miss Christine Radley, and Miss the hope of the return of our Saviour. The Wallasey church remembers a valiant and Wedding Bells Ruth Thompson; a cousin. Mr. Michael kindly friend and extend sympathy to his wife Strickland was the best man. The service and two daughters.—CHURCH CLERK. was conducted by Pastors A. H. Cowley DINHAM-JOHNSON.—The Hux-rEa.—The Bournemouth church re- first bride and H. K. Munson. The reception at the grets to announce the death of Brother W. this year at Wolverhampton's Oxford Armstrong Hall was attended by forty Huxter on February 15, 1968, after a very Street church was Jean Grace Dinham, prolonged illness. Our brother first heard of guests. May God richly bless this young the Adventist message through a member eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. couple as another Adventist home is visiting him with Bible Readings. Some years Dinham, She was assisted by her chief established. M. E. SLY. later he took the VOP correspondence course bridesmaid, Una Blair. The groom, and was baptized by Pastor D. Conroy. We remember Brother Huxter as a faithful and Frederick Roy Johnson, eldest son of sincere Christian. The funeral service was con- Mrs. S. Johnson, had cousin 0. K. Till The Day Dawn ducted by Pastor B. W. Dougherty and our Young as his best man. The entrance brother was laid to rest to await the One who of the four bridesmaids, in pink and SERCOMBE .—Sister Sercombe of Brynglas says : "1 am the Resurrection and the life." To Road, Newport, Mon., passed peacefully to Sister Huxter, who is herself in hospital, and white satin, and two flower girls, ac- her rest on August 23, 1967. Although a to his family, we extend our deepest sympathy companied by the four ushers at a slow member of a family with Adventist con- and look forward to meeting our brother in march was in true West Indian tradition nections, Sister Sercombe did not herself the New Earth.—M. SHAPLEY. and quite impressive to English eyes. accept membership with the Church until BARRAH . —On Sabbath afternoon. Febru- July 1964, but due to failing health was ary 17, 1968, Brother William Barrah, aged Pastor Dennis A. Conroy, who conducted unable to attend her church regularly. Her 88, was laid to rest in the graveyard of the the ceremony, counselled them to take faith was strong in the Lord and she kept Baptist chapel in the little Pembrokeshire Jesus as their partner. Jean is studying in her heart the promise of His Coming village of Sardis. He had passed peacefully until at last her life here came to an end. away in his sleep on February 13th. Brother to become a State Registered Nurse, The funeral service was conducted by the Barrah was the choir-master at this same and Roy is studying to become a Char- writer in the presence of the family and chapel when, 62 years ago, he heard and tered Accountant. We wish tnem every a number of friends. Our Sister was buried in accepted the message preached by Pastor the St. Woolos Cemetery. Our sincere Charles E. Penrose. The Baptist minister took happiness and success both in their sympathies are extended to her husband and part in the service with the writer. The local studies and their new life together, her children. We also remember her sister Church of England vicar was also present. knowing that this will be assured as and brother-in-law, Brother and Sister T. together with many relatives and friends, to they walk hand in hand with the Lord. Clarke of Lincoln. The bright hope of the pay their last respects to this well respected resurrection points the way to a happy and much loved Christian gentleman. Since C. H. GREAVES. reunion when death shall he no more, and sin shall not arise a second time. joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church in R. A. BURGESS. 1906 he has been a faithful and loyal member. HODGSON-THOMPSON.—On Sunday As a carpenter he helped with the building of morning, February 25, 1968, bripht sun- TRAFFORD .—On January 31, 1968, Brother the original Stanborough Park College. and Robert Trafford, after a Ions illness, passed also built a movable chapel for use in the shine flooded the Sutton-in-Ashfield to his rest in the Hoylake Cottage Hospital. Rhondda Valley. Right to the end his faith church as relatives and friends were Received into church fellowship in 1940 by the was strong and he loved to discuss the Bible, gathered to witness the wedding of late Pastor W. Maudsley, Brother Trafford his favourite theme being the "Soon Return was an ardent and active worker in the of Jesus." May God give strength and courage Christine Thompson, daughter of Mr. Wallasey church, giving leadership to the to his dear wife who stood by his side so and Mrs. Cyril Thompson of Mansfield, believers there for a number of years. His loyally, to his son, Kenneth, and all the other to Mervin Hodgson. Given away by willing service and witness were characterized members of his family. We know that angels by unselfishness and untiring devotion. In will guard that grave and one day soon it will her father, the bride looked very lovely recent months he was unable to attend church open at the call of the "Lifegiver on the in her gown of white satin embossed by but continued his Christian witness in and morning of the resurrection. "He has imitation pearls and flowing veil. She from his home. His brother, Rev. N. Traf- fought a good fight, he has finished the carried red carnations, white freesias and ford, conducted the service, and the burial course, he has kept the faith, henceforth took place in Wallasey cemetery. He cour- there is laid up for him a crown of right- fern. Two bridesmaids were in attend- ageously bore ill health, and ever cherished eousness."—Amos H. COOPER.

15 BROCK .—On February 19. 1968, "Little IDEAL Medicine Chest 13" x 11" W/S Rene Brock"—as she was affectionately price 60/—, to members 52/- plus carriage. known to all her church friends—died sudden- 30/— with order. Balance on receipt of NEW GALLERY CENTRE ly, following a heart attack. Miss Brock aged cabinet. Orders to E. A. Easy, Manufacturer, 123 Regent Street, W.1. 59. a deaconness of the church, was in her 34 Kepler Road, London, S.W.4. Phone : usual place at Sabbath school and morning 01-733-3360. A MEMORABLE OCCASION 1 worship, and returned in the evening to a SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 1968 business meeting but collapsed at her home ADvENTis-r family in Los Angeles. Califor- on Sunday morning. She had always taken an nia, have opening for housekeeper or home NEWBOLD COLLEGE CHOIR, SOLOISTS active part in church affairs and been a faith- help to live with them commencing late AND OTHER GROUPS PRESENT ful witness for the Lord since her baptism at summer 1968. Position would suit young or TWO PROGRAMMES: middle-aged lady. Attractive salary, separate Exeter by Pastor A. J. Mustard in July, 1942. 3 P.M. "GLAD IN HIM WITH PSALMS" Rene was small in stature due to curvature living quarters, ideal climate, situated close of the spine, but she was great in courage to large Adventist communities. Write to : 8 P.M. "MUSIC TO DELIGHT" Resident, 305 Coolidge Avenue. Anaheim, and cheerfulness with a real affection for CHOIRMASTER: ROY SCARR children and they in turn for her. She will be California, U.S.A. ACCOMPANIST: ELIZABETH VINE sadly missed by all who knew- her. The Exeter church was filled to overflowing for the funeral service conducted by Pastor Colin HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION Martin. Our sympathy goes to her relatives NEW GALLERY CENTRE and a prayer that they may come to know It Is understood that advertisers of holiday 123 Regent Street, W.I. and love the Saviour as she did.— accommodation in this journal are prepared IRENE STOCKLF.Y. to make bookings which will not involve APRIL 27, 1968 travel on Sabbath (Saturday). BEAVON.—On Thursday February 22, 1968, "Saturday Night at The Gallery" the funeral service of Brother W. Beavon DEVON : Comfortable semi-detached fur- 7.15 P.M. Sacred CONCERT and SABBATH w a s conducted in the Handsworth nished cottage. H.C., sleep four. Close Exe Seventh-day Adventist church by the writer Estuary. 1 mile Dawlish Warren. Pretty VESPERS. and Pastor G. Bell. Though funerals are countryside. Half-hourly bus service. Car 8.15 P M. PRESENTATION of CHEQUE by occasions of sadness, this one was space. Large garden. Baby-sitting. Mr. and LAY ACTIVITIES GROUP TO GUIDE-DOGS also tinged by happiness. Brother Beavon Mrs. R. S. Stockley. "Westhaven," West- ASSOCIATION. SPECIAL FILM. was born 62 years ago in an Adventist home. wood. Cofton, Starcross. He grew up as a faithful member of the PLAN TO ATTEND! church and went to Newbold College to train SWITZERLAND.—Have a first-class holiday for the ministry. Unfortunately he was not in a lovely chalet. Self-catering. 7i francs able to complete his studies, and even more a day per person. June, July, August, all CENTRAL LONDON WELFARE tragically, later in life he left the Church. other times 61 francs. Full details from However, in those wilderness years, God Mrs. H. Benham, 3714 KanderbrOck, Frutigen SERVICE never left him, and the writer believes that 2, Switzerland. the Holy Spirit has been working on his heart SACRED CONCERT in a special way in these last few years. He BOURNEMOUTH. Self-catering flat. Double to be held at gave up drinking, and he also gave up smok- bed-sit, kitchen, bathroom. Garage. Ten THE NEW GALLERY CENTRE ing five weeks before he died, both great guineas weekly. Quotation for extra bedroom evidences of the power of God. The writer if required. Porter, 38 Lincoln Avenue, 35598. 123 Regent Street, London W.1 had the privilege of visiting Brother Beavon on several occasions in his last illness and was BED and breakfast, 15/- per day. Write On Saturday, May 4, 1968, at 7 p.m. to Mrs. Ball, 3 Sea Bank Road, Rhyl, Flints. assured by him that he had given himself Proceeds in Aid of Welfare Work again completely to Jesus Christ and that he Tickets available 2/6 each wanted to be buried, if he should die, as To LET—part bungalow—own kitchen— an Adventist. His last words were that he felt garage. Three minutes beach. Couples or fami- from Mrs. Eleanor Wilson, Welfare Leader, like the thief on the cross and God had lies welcome. Mrs. Pinch. Widemouth Bay. 41 Southbourne Crescent, London, N.W. 4. given him one more chance which he had ac- Bude, Cornwall. cepted. Words in a diary of the deceased will bring joy to his wife, children, and all those COUNTRY holiday accommodation; vegetar- Acknowledgments who knew him, for he wrote before going into ian; bed and breakfast and evening meal, or hospital that he believed God was calling full board ; Mrs. Vick, Mount Pleasant, THE Treasurer of the British Union Con- him and it was his hope that he might live Briantspuddle, Dorchester. Dorset. ference acknowledges with thanks receipt of to glorify God in His church that others £21 Tithe from D.L.J.; and £2 14s. Tithe might praise God on his behalf. This has BED and breakfast in an Adventist vegetar- from A.B.C. ian home in London. Write in first instance surely happened. Sister Beavon wishes to thank THE Voice of Prophecy acknowledges with all who sent messages of sympathy and to : R. Bardel, 35 Dunlace Road. London, E. 5. thanks receipt of £1. as an Easter Offering flowers, and we extend our sympathy to her from G.M.W. and those that mourn.—PASTOR A. R. RODD. CHAPEL ST. LEONARDS, Nr. Skegness : Chalet THE Treasurer of the Stanborough Park LONGSTREET.—Another long-standing mem- bungalow, flush toilet, bath, two separate Church Local Funds, wishes to acknowledge ber of the Hove church passed away on bedrooms, most dates available, £10 a week the receipt of £5 given anonymously for mis- February 26, 1968. Albert Edward Longstreet for April to May : Scott, 3 Somme Road. sionary activities in the Stanborough Park aged 84 was baptized in 1937 by Pastor R. T. Allestree, Derby, Phone 59768. Church—signed I.P.F. Bolton. He worked at Battle Creek Sanitarium for some time, and was a fervent health reformer. He had been a deacon for very many years, and was always first in church in HOLIDAYS IN ITALY his deacon's seat on Sabbath morning. He July 1968 was responsible for decorating the church altar walls with light oak panelling, and THIS year, too, our Missionary school in carving the light oak pulpit, in spite of his Florence, Italy, is organizing a 15-day vaca- Reproduced from the Nautical Almanac by disability of the loss of his left hand. He tion from July 2nd to July 17th. The pro- permission of the Controller of leaves behind a wife and loved ones. The gramme is made up of : H. M. Stationary Office whole church mourns with them their loss, (a) Four sight-seeing tours: but we look forward to a glad reunion on —PISA-MARINA (Seaside) Lon'n Car'f Not.m Edin. Belt that glorious day.—A. M. OTTL EY, Preis Secretary. —SIENA April 19th 8.04 8.17 8.11 8.28 8.35 — RAVENNA-RIMINI (Seaside) April 26th 8.15 8.28 8.23 8.42 8.48 — (The Adriatic Riviera,) —ROMA (2 days) (h) A seaside excursion (Viareggio-The British Advent Mediterranean) (c) A tour of the surroundings of Florence MESSENGER LtItt4ittlIEL411 (d) Three tours of the monuments and galleries in Florence.

The above programme—complete with hoarding AN Adventist young lady from Denmark, and lodging—is offered at a cost of L IT .65.000. Published fortnightly on Fridays for the aged 19, wishes to stay with a British family lOs 1 This, of course, does not include British Union Conference of Seventh-day for the month of July to improve her English. the travelling to and from Florence. Booking Adventists by The Stanborough Press Ltd., She is willing to assist with children. In- is open until May 30, 1968. terested families should write in the first in- For further details of the programme and Alma Park, Grantham, Lincs. stance to Colin Wilson, British Union Con- hooking, please write to : ference Offices, Stanborough Park, Watford. Editor R. D. Vine Herts. ISTITUTO AVVENTISTA Assistant Editor D. P. McClure Via del Peritolino, 12 Circulation Manager E. L. Southey HELP THE VOP : buy my little vintage 1939 50139 FLORENCE (Italy) M.G.. T.A. Sports Car (all red) in very General Manager W. J. Newman nice condition An ideal eye catcher-4145. Note : The School also offers possibilities for £30 will he given for the VOP from sale of vacation besides the organized programme des- Volume 73 . No. 8 • April 12, 1968 same:—Gordon Reynolds, Hillcrest Cottage, cribed above. This commences this year from Upper Trelyn, Blackwood, Mon. July 18th to September 15th. Copy for next illue--April 15th