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in every issue... hings are moving and stirring on the campus of Andrews University. There 3 Editorial by Walter L. Wright, are evidences of God’s Spirit working in the lives of students and faculty Lake Union president T alike. In this issue, the University gives us a closeup look at the 4 New Members Get to know some new members of the Lake Union family. complexity and diversity that make up the fabric of faith on 6 Youth in Action this international campus. 7 Beyond our Borders 8 Family Ties by Susan E. Murray The stories and features in this issue give us insights into 9 Healthy Choices our flagship institution’s mission to prepare women and men by Winston J.Craig for service. 10 Extreme Grace by Dick Duerksen 11 The Joys of by Cynthia and J.W. Warren Gary Burns, Editor 12 Sharing our Hope 13 ConeXiones en español por Carmelo Mercado features... 22 AMH News 14 The Fabric of Faith by Beverly Stout 23 Andrews University News On the Cover... 24 News The cover of this issue features a beautiful Jordanian Bedouin dress 28 from the Siegfried H. Horn Museum, part of the Institute of Archaeol- Mileposts ogy at Andrews University (www.andrews.edu/archaeology/museum). 29 Classifieds If you think you’ve seen this fabric before, you might be right. It was 35 Announcements worn by “Martha” in Nathan Greene’s painting, “At Jesus’ Feet,” and was featured on the cover of the August 2004 issue of the Herald. 37 Partnership with God by Gary Burns The Lake Union Herald (ISSN 0194-908X) is published monthly by the Lake Union Conference, P.O. Box C, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. 38 One Voice Periodicals postage paid at Berrien Springs, MI, and additional mailing o≈ces. Yearly subscription price is $8.50. Vol. 100, No. 4. 39 Profiles of Youth POSTMASTER: Send all address changes to: Lake Union Herald, P. O. Box C, Berrien Springs, MI 49103.

 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. President’s Perspective b y W a l ter L. Wrig h t, Lake Union conference president A Learning Community in a Christian Environment ur dedicated administrative team at Andrews University is providing spiritual leadership and a vision for the future. Al- Othough we can be proud of what Andrews has achieved, they do not see the university as it is, but as it can become. I find myself drawn in by the university’s three-stranded motto: “Seek knowledge. Affirm faith. Change the world.” These three simple phrases, when braided together, provide a cord of strength. Our young people need that kind of strength in order to meet the challenges that face them, not only after they march down that aisle, but all the way through their educational ex- perience. This simple yet comprehensive motto, if fully implemented, has major implications for every school and department, every faculty and staff member, and every student on campus. Is it possible to achieve?

Just the other day I was privileged to have a brief chat with the university provost, Heather Knight. It only takes a brief encounter with her to find yourself completely engulfed in her enthusiastic vision for the university she loves and serves. I was delighted to learn about the latest development to ensure that Andrews University can realize its greater potential. At our March 4 meet- ing of the university’s board of trustees, we approved an exciting new strategic plan, “A New Andrews for a New Century.” It is a road map to excellence spanning the next five years. This strategic plan has the following goals:

Goal 1. Engender transformational learning

Goal 2. Deepen the connections between faith and learning

Goal 3. Promote inclusion and excellence by inculcating cultural competence

Goal 4. Model whole-person education by promoting collaborative student development initiatives

Goal 5. Enhance capital investment in terms of human resources

Goal 6. Enhance financial performance and resources

Goal 7. Enhance physical facilities and support services

The “Plan” is truly a look forward, and will help to affirm Andrews “as a distinctive Seventh-day Adventist Christian university committed to the integration of faith and learning.” But I wondered, Is this just so much talk without substance? I should have known better. They are now working on a strategic implementation plan with action steps, time lines and persons responsible for implementing action steps. This ensures built-in accountability so that the plan is more than just empty talk.

Please continue in prayer for Andrews president Niels-Erik Andreasen, provost Heather Knight, and the faculty and staff. They really are doing an outstanding job with our young people. They are brave and bold and committed to producing effective workers and citizens for the future, and that is why we send our children to them. I like what I see, and I am encouraged by what I hear.

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 |  I (Lisa Tinsley) now know that God had His hand in my life from the very beginning. I don’t understand why things happened the way they did, but I perceive that God knew the effect it would have on me. Twelve-year-old Drew Arvidson wanted to I was brought up knowing about the goodness of God give his life to the Lord. Raised in an Adventist home, he from stories I heard from my grandmother. As a young understood the importance of serving the Lord. How-ever, child I was badly hurt, and that was the beginning of my Drew struggled with his desires to be a football player. deep sadness and spiral out of control. I thought I had done Drew knew that in order to serve God he would have to something wrong because God had allowed this to happen give up his desires and trust God to lead him in the right to me. I felt I wasn’t good enough no matter how hard I direction. tried, and I remember feeling damaged beyond repair. Drew started studying with his pastor, Bob Stewart. As a I was brought up as a Christian, and I remember sitting result of these studies, Drew was convicted that since in my grandmother’s den and watching George Vandeman football practices occur and games are played on Saturdays on . He spoke of God and His saving grace. But that his participation would not be a good activity on the I was only ten years old, and I didn’t really understand the Lord’s holy day. He said “no” to that idea. concept very much. I was too overshadowed with fear and pain to think about it. I was 13 years old when I first used heroin and cocaine. I felt such emptiness within my heart, and believed I had found something that would allow me the peace and con- tentment I so longed for. I wanted so much to be loved and to have meaning in my life, but didn’t understand how to accomplish this. When I was almost 15, I became pregnant with my first child. Be- cause of my horrendous addiction, my mother feared for my life as well as my unborn child’s life. She took me to a drug rehabilitation center where I was put on Methadone, Drew Arvidson witnessed others being baptized, and realized that he wanted to give his life to Jesus. a maintenance medication. Nothing really changed in my life, so I continued to use cocaine because I couldn’t feel Right now, Drew is not quite sure what he wants to do heroin on top of this medication, since it was so strong. My in the future, except that he does want to go to Heaven. In mother didn’t realize that Methadone was nothing more fact, that was one of the motivating factors for Drew’s de- than synthetic morphine. sire to be baptized. He had seen others being baptized, and I became pregnant twice more. I was so confused and realized that he wanted to give his life to Jesus. When Drew saddened, not knowing what I should do or where to go, began to study with the pastor, he found all the studies very so I had an abortion. I now believe I actually committed interesting and enjoyed learning about the Lord. He espe- murder! At the time, this didn’t really dawn on me because cially liked the studies on the New Jerusalem. my mind was so clouded with medication. Drew’s mom and dad are Heather and Jeff Arvidson. When I was 21, I became pregnant with my second He is the oldest of their four children. Drew’s siblings living child. I continued Methadone on and off, and tried are Hannah, Nolan and Maya. Drew is currently learning somewhat to get my life together. When my second daugh- about serving others as well as the Lord through Pathfind- ter was a little over a year and half old, my family convinced ers. He is a seventh-grader at Metropolitan Junior Acad- me to give her up for adoption because of my circumstanc- emy (MJA). Drew’s dad, Jeff, is a graduate of MJA. Drew’s es. It broke my heart. I soon began using heavily again so I grandmother, Henrietta Arvidson, is a former teacher and could forget my sadness and pain. principal of the school. Investing in Christian education is At 23, I had a son. We lived in Florida with his father certainly worth it. The greatest reward is that children like who eventually committed a crime and went to prison. My Drew are drawn to Jesus and to Heaven. son and I moved to Tennessee to live with my grandmother Joy Hyde, communication secretary, Metropolitan Church

 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. urday. I asked why he was so dressed up, and he told me he was a Seventh-day Adventist, and he had just left church. This was my third encounter with the Seventh-day Adven- tist faith! I’m so thankful he brought me to Indiana to try to help me. I know he has prayed for my salvation through the years, and helped my son, Damon, receive a Christian education. In Indiana, I still lived a precarious life and only thought of myself. My disease had me convinced I wasn’t hurting anyone other than myself. I didn’t realize how much I was hurting my son and others around me who cared. Throughout my life, even though my mind was clouded, I remember at times crying out to God for help, but I just couldn’t stop what I was doing. I tried over and over, but couldn’t. I prayed for help again, and this time something was different. The Lord sent me to Narcotics Anonymous (NA). There I learned about my disease, and that I can have total abstinence from drugs as long as I stay in con- nection with the God of my understanding, work the spiri- tual steps, and give service back to God first, and then to my fellowman. And praise the Lord, it really began to work! Since then, there have been many miracles! I have been clean for seven years! I have great friends from NA, and I have a sponsor who truly loves and cares Collene Kelly Lisa Tinsley experienced many discouragements in her life, but now realizes for me. I have wonderful Christian friends who know my God had His hand on her life from the very beginning. Lisa says, “I am truly a story, and still they love and support me unconditionally. miracle, and I will walk daily and carefully with Him. I look forward to spending eternity with Jesus.” Also pictured: Ron Kelly, Cicero Church pastor I’ve also been able to get my GED and go to college. The Lord has been . so I could try to get my life together. While there, I heard One thing still grieves my soul. I just can’t seem to get about a hospital that treated the whole person—mentally, past how I hurt my children, especially my son. I know God physically and spiritually. I had no idea Madison Hospital forgave me, but He doesn’t take the consequences away. He was an Adventist Hospital. They accepted me, and I was can’t, because I did it myself, and the cause and effect are there for a month. I don’t remember everything they taught there. I yearn desperately for my son to return to God; now me (I just remember bits and pieces of my life), but I look I have just a little glimpse of how my heavenly Father must back and think, If only I had listened, why didn’t I listen! have yearned for me all those years. It grieves me to think The last thing I remember before coming to Indiana how I hurt Him and the time I’ve lost. But thanks to God, 20 years ago was having my four-year-old son, Damon, in He didn’t give up on me. the car with me at the airport. I was picking up an acquain- I can’t believe who I am today! My identity, my being is tance arriving from . As he walked to my car, sirens in Him. I am truly a miracle, and I will walk daily and care- went off and narcotics agents were everywhere. My son fully with Him. I look forward to spending eternity with screamed because he was so scared, and they arrested me Jesus, my children, my mother, grandparents, my church right in front of him. I remember my sister coming, and family, my NA friends and others who will give their hearts then driving away with Damon while he looked back at me to the Savior that I have earnestly prayed for! I love my and cried. faith dearly, and thanks so much for allowing me to be a I made bail after several months, and was permitted to part of this church family! come to Indiana on probation. I came to Indiana with a friend who happened to pick me up hitchhiking one Sat- Lisa Tinsley, Cicero Church member

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 |  YOUTH in A ction Winterizing Homes and Warming Hearts b y R obert Moncrieff

n Sunday, January 20, a group of 87 volunteers from Andrews University braved 14-degree weather to insulate houses in Benton Harbor against the harsh Michigan elements. The volunteers, which included students, faculty, staff and Pioneer Memorial Church members, winterized a total of 17 homes. OThe project began under the most of the winterization project. direction of New Life Ministries As the volunteers began to work, when Timothy Nixon, chaplain, opportunities developed beyond asked Andrews alum Louise Al- the original list of houses. At one bert to search for opportunities house, the owners told the work- for Andrews students to reach out ers of another family whose home into the community. A local pastor was in need of winterization. The told Louise of the need to insulate Andrews team then worked on this homes in Benton Harbor and, with Students stapled strips of plastic and cardboard to the inside second house, where the owners the help of a local radio DJ, they of windows to winterize homes in Benton Harbor, Michigan. told of yet another family, whom created a list of residents whose homes were in need of the volunteers then went to assist. The workers embraced winterization. the opportunity. “You should have given us more houses,” Having decided on a project, Louise turned to local hard- said a volunteer named Josh. ware store owner Garren Dent to learn the best winteriza- “This was a great way to celebrate Martin Luther King tion methods. Together they came up with a plan to staple Jr.’s birthday,” said Louise. strips of plastic and cardboard to the inside of windows. In temperatures that consistently drop below ten de- Another problem arose in the need for staple guns. This grees, simple measures like insulating windows with plastic too, however, was resolved sheets can make a significant difference in the comfort of when Ron Whitehead and a house. But not only does it improve the living conditions Vern Byrd, from the Cen- for residents; it also has a positive economic impact by low- ter for Youth , ering heating costs. “It was good to know that we could help and Habitat for Humanity lower her electric bill,” said a volunteer named Raelynn. loaned the winterization “It was a great way to get into homes and help in a tan- teams 17 staple guns. gible way,” says Louise. “It’s one thing to have people come What started out as a into your house and pray for you. When they work for you, New Life initiative ulti- it opens your heart in different way.” mately drew volunteers “I learned today that in the midst of cold weather and from other campus wor- poverty, happiness is still able to affect people’s lives,” re- ship organizations, includ- marked another participant who was blessed by the experi- ing Mosaic, Impact, the ence. “Kindness and love is truly the key—it is how we can Basement and Fusion. In easily show Christ to those who usually don’t see Him.” Volunteers bundled up before heading out in the cold Michigan weather to fact, a $400 offering col- Robert Moncrieff is a student news writer for University Relations at Andrews winterize homes in Benton Harbor. lected at Fusion funded University.

 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. BE|OND our BORDERS Cruise with a Mission b y R a e w y n H a n k i n s

n December 16, 2007, 330 young adults, including 51 from the Lake Union, launched from Tampa, Flori- da, on the long-anticipated, first-ever Cruise with a Mission (CWM), sponsored by the Center for Youth Evangelism. Some were motivated by the longing to experience renewal in their spiritual journey. Others Owanted to taste the joy of service. Most came with the desire to build meaningful community with others going through this crazy time of life called young adulthood.

By the end of the week- sengers. When our group long trip, we could not stop was delayed disembarking praising God for the ways in Belize, Ginger Voignier that He showed up, smooth- from Sellersburg, Indiana,

ing choppy seas and making Nelson Vaughan started talking with some of His presence known in our The entire Cruise with a Mission group gathered for a photo. the ship’s crew. By the time lives. God built community on and off the ship. On-ship, the three hours had passed, seven requested Bible studies. prayer room, worship services, small groups and fascinating Ginger rounded up to give to the crew and signed workshops created the time and space to connect with God them up for Discover Bible lessons. “Talking with the crew and one another. was great!” said Ginger. “We really got to know each other. “I got to meet so many other people that were passion- I built meaningful ate about living their ,” says Renee Stepp from relationships with Berrien Springs, Michigan, who loved “making like-mind- them in about three ed friends.” Steven Gusse, a Seminary student at Andrews hours. For the rest University, reflects, “Meeting new people from all over the of the cruise when country at almost every meal, worshiping together in the we’d see each oth- mornings, serving together on the mission projects, and er, we’d always stop having late-night conversations on the bow of the ship and talk.” The re- Vaughan Nelson Vaughan about ministry was a very unique and meaningful experi- lationships formed A team of medical volunteers saw close to 200 patients. ence. Whenever you bring 330 people that care about mis- and strengthened on CWM have given me renewed inspi- sions together, it is going to be special.” ration to live as a disciple of Jesus at home. After talking about service together, we disembarked The second annual CWM will be Decem- the ship in Belize and Guatemala to experience it. I loved ber 14–21, 2008. The CWM team is gathering seeing the joy of the children as they opened more than together an exciting group of speakers, wor- 700 Christmas shoeboxes, the renewed hope of the couple ship leaders, mission strategists and commu- hundred patients who were seen by our medical team, and nity builders. This is going to be a time of awesome spiritual the tired, satisfied, dirty, painted faces of those who gave renewal and fellowship. Young adults are excited and get- local schools a face-lift and shoveled dirt for building new ting involved, sharing their gifts and passions. To be part of foundations. the adventure, visit www.cruisewithamission.org. Sharing the love of Christ was not limited to pre- Raewyn Hankins served as the communication director for Cruise with a planned off-ship projects. The cruise-ship context provid- Mission 2007. ed opportunities to interact with the crew and other pas-

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“It takes wisdom to have a good family [marriage], and it takes understanding to make it strong. It takes knowledge to fill a home with rare and beauti- ful treasures. Wise people have great power, and those with knowledge have great strength” (Proverbs 24:3-5 NCV) [Emphasis added].

abits are those behaviors we acquire in life, some being intentional and many unintentional. They may not seem like a big deal in the great scheme of life; but some, even small ones, can wreck havoc on our relationships. Fortunately, we have some good habits, but we also have some bad habits! HBreaking bad habits isn’t easy, especially if we have spent voted to peace, love and the betterment of humanity.1 His years honing them to perfection! The key to changing any- point is that when we focus on the smaller annoyances in thing in our life that’s not working is to first acknowledge life, we miss out on so many big, wonderful opportunities. that what we are doing isn’t working. Those closest to us can If you don’t like dirty dishes in the sink, wash the dishes. If often be our best sources of information; but all too often, you don’t like wrinkled underwear, fold it. If your partner they know they are putting their life on the line to tell us. doesn’t take the garbage out, don’t let it turn into a moun- So, instead of waiting for your spouse to inform you of tain (literally or figuratively). Take it out. habits that are hurting your marriage, I invite you to con- Playing the victim game—Never being the one at fault sider if any of these might belong to you: is so tiresome to a spouse who isn’t always to blame either. Forgetting the little gestures—In courtship couples tend Playing the victim is a controlling behavior that reaps no to spend a lot of time and energy on doing things for their positive rewards. When we play the victim, our partner feels partner. Sweet gestures, like kissing her when she walks in punished, which eventually erodes our relationship, and they the door, or asking him if he needs something while you’re lose trust and respect for us. up, touching his arm or leg when sitting next to him, or say- Spending too much time and energy with others—Hav- ing thank you when she does something for you, no matter ing interests aside from our partner is important, but not how big or small, leads towards intimacy and helps keep ro- having our priorities straight can eventually wreck havoc in mance alive. a relationship. Sometimes we use our friends, our jobs or our Endlessly criticizing and nagging—Finding fault with church responsibilities as a welcome distraction from home. others is so easy! When we are constantly criticized, our If you are talking more with your girlfriends, mother, bud- well-being and confidence suffers. While we can justify that dies at work or the gym, your kids or whoever else you can a reminder, or several, is for the other’s ulti- reach on your cell phone, this is a wake-up call! mate good, this behavior erodes a relationship. Susan Murray is an associate professor of family studies who Think of it this way: If what you are doing isn’t teaches behavioral science and social work at Andrews University. She is a certified family life educator and a working, it isn’t working. Avoid personal at- licensed marriage and family therapist. tacks and criticism on the person you prom- 1 Richard Carlson, Ph.D., passed away on December 13, ised to love and cherish. It’s that simple! 2006, with 26 million books published in 35 languages in Sweating the small stuff—Richard more than 130 countries; some were co-authored with his wife Kris, who continues to carry on his legacy. Carlson, author of Don’t Sweat the Small See www.dontsweat.com and richardcarlson.com. Stuff, struck a chord in the lives of those Author’s Note: Some ideas for this article were who read his book. Considered an ex- adapted from www.lifescript.com. pert on happiness and stress reduction, he encouraged readers to live a life de-

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White button mushrooms protect against breast and prostate cancer. Mushrooms boost the immune system. Mushrooms Make

aby Difference Winston J. C r a i g

f you are one of those who enjoy going into the woods to pick your own mushrooms, be careful what you collect as identifying safe mushrooms can be a challenge. While there are more than 14,000 mushroom varieties, only about 3,000 are edible; about 700 have known medicinal properties, and less than one percent are poisonous. IMost mushrooms sold in supermarkets are commercially grown on mushroom farms. Mushrooms can impart their own flavor to food or take purposes. Recently, researchers in Japan have studied the on the flavor of other ingredients. Their flavor normally in- medicinal effects of mushrooms on the immune system, tensifies during cooking. It is popular to add mushrooms to cancer, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. soups, salads, casseroles and sandwiches. Today, mushroom The most commonly consumed mushroom in the extracts are increasingly being added to food supplements is Agaricus bisporus or the white button mush- and sports drinks. room. Two closely related forms are Crimini mushrooms While mushrooms are commonly thought to have little with a more earthy flavor and firmer texture, and Portabella nutritional value, they are actually rich in fiber (eight to mushrooms with a meaty flavor. All three mushrooms pos- ten percent of their dry weight) and are a good source of a sess anti-cancer substances. White button mushrooms were number of B vitamins and minerals, such as copper. recently shown to reduce the risk of breast and prostate Mushrooms are ideal for persons who want cancer. An extract of white button mushrooms to lose weight or lower their blood pres- decreased cell proliferation and tumor size in sure, since they contain about 80 to 90 a dose-dependent manner. percent water, are very low in calories Many health food stores are now sell- and have very little sodium and fat. ing Shiitake, Maitake and Reishi mush- Mushrooms are an excellent source rooms. Shiitake mushrooms have been of potassium, a mineral that helps used for centuries by the Chinese to treat lower elevated blood pressure and re- colds and flu. Lentinan isolated from Shii- duces the risk of stroke. Mushrooms take mushrooms helps fight infections are a rich source of selenium, an an- and demonstrates anti-tumor activity. An tioxidant that protects cells from the extract of Maitake mushrooms boosts the damaging effects of free radicals. Male immune system and activates white blood health professionals who consumed cells and interleukins that inhibit the growth of twice the recommended daily intake of breast and liver tumors, while Reishi mushrooms also im- selenium cut their risk of prostate cancer by 65 percent. prove immune function and suppress the growth of highly Mushrooms have been used by the Chinese for thou- invasive breast and prostate cancer cells. sands of years both as a health food and for medicinal Winston Craig, Ph.D., R.D., is a professor of nutrition at Andrews University.

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uring my freshman year in college, I was a full-time party girl. I was into everything my parents and teach- ers wished I wasn’t, and I was really good at most of it. The guys loved me. The bar-keeps looked the other way. And my roommate was living her own adventure and hardly noticed when I made my bed. DI loved every minute of it! man said something about prayer. I managed to squeak by tests for first term and was high on Then he walked in. The president. Really! Just for my success. My folks bought me the car they had promised “if I little executionary hearing. got at least a B average.” That was just in time for my academy “May I join you?” he asked the chairman. alumni weekend. The old gang got together, stuffed ourselves There was a scooting of chairs, a short prayer, and then the into the VW, and headed off across the state line. This was chairman spoke. the adventure we had looked forward to for a full year. “Cindy, tell us what happened.” Did I mention the vodka in the trunk? Right then I couldn’t remember why I had done it. Everyone was glad to see us—until the dean caught us Couldn’t remember any details of what I’d done. I just knew Saturday night. We hardly knew what was happening. I guess I was crazy wrong and was about to lose everything I had ever vodka does that to you when you’re not used to drinking a lot hoped to have. My answer must have sounded like the blub- of it at one time. berings of a drowning surfer, tears and whines and apologies I thought they would just chase us away, since we were and accurate descriptions of my own stupidity, all muffled by graduates. Instead, the dean called the sheriff and my life the dean’s tissues. crashed into the ditch! I cry today just thinking about it! Mom and Dad had to come get me, and promise the Then I heard the president’s wing tips clicking on the li- sheriff they wouldn’t let me drive for the next 20 years. The noleum, around the metal folding chairs, toward my corner of principal, the dean and at least a dozen other faculty members the room. I didn’t look up. came to see me “off.” What happened next will always be the most amazing mo- Then the “parents” took me back to college. I think they ment of my life. He knelt beside me, put a grandfatherly arm hoped it would all just go away when they drove my car back around my shoulders, and reached for the tissues. The presi- home. dent, my president, was crying as hard or harder than I was! But that’s when it got worse. I don’t know how long we cried, but when I looked up The principal called the chairman of the college judiciary there were only three of us in the judiciary committee meet- committee. Then the sheriff called him. Then a couple of the ing room—the chairman, me and the president. parents of the academy kids we’d gotten into trouble called “Cindy,” the president cleared his throat and tossed a wad also. Everyone wanted blood. My blood. of soggy tissues into a wastebasket. “Discipline’s a lot more The judiciary committee meets in the darkest, dankest, about the future than the past, a lot more about hope than tiniest room on campus. Down underneath stuff where they about pain, and all about you choosing who you’d like to be.” can send the criminals straight out to the chain gangs. I sat there a long, long time, rummaging through my life There were eight members, all old people who probably while the sun set on campus and came up for me. I want to be had never done anything wrong since Kindergarten. I didn’t like that man! notice their eyes, cause mine were busy looking at the toes of Dick Duerksen is the official “storyteller” through words and photos for my shoes that really needed polishing. Maranatha Volunteers International. This story was shared with Dick specifically for publication in theLake Union Herald. Readers may write Dick The girls’ dean handed me a box of tissues, and the chair- at [email protected].

10 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. The ofADVENTISM

Ambassadors of Grace b y C y n t h ia and J.W. Warren

ndrews University and other Seventh-day Adventist learning centers strive to prepare their diverse student populations for “generous service” to humanity—to “go into all the world” as ambassadors of the Kingdom of Grace. AThese ambassadors of grace are encouraged by a col- representatives of the Kingdom of Grace. Following the ex- laborative effort of administration, faculty and staff to em- ample of Jesus, they join Paul who said, “I have become all brace lifestyle practices in harmony with biblical principles things to all men so that by all possible means I might save that use our resources responsibly, bring joy and health, and some” (I Corinthians 9:22 NIV). promote just and civil policies. Ambassadors of grace are wise not to become entangled It is not difficult to distinguish these ambassadors from by political debates, indebtedness and allegiances. They rep- traditional, cultural, historical or nominal Christians. No resent the Kingdom of Grace to the world without form- matter where you place them on the liberal, conservative ing alliances with it. They are informed on world issues and or orthodox scale, they have one thing in common. Revela- events and use their influence as salt and light in the highest tion states, “They were bought from earth, lived without places without becoming dependent on the power of gov- compromise, virgin-fresh before God. Wherever the Lamb ernment to enforce kingdom agendas. They are active in went, they followed. They were bought from humankind, social issues according to God’s mandate in Isaiah 58, and firstfruits of the harvest for God and the Lamb. Not a false are known for their practical works of universal kindness; word in their mouths. A perfect offering (Revelation 14:2– however, their primary mission of love is to call people’s at- 5 MSG). They are, without exception, authentic, faithful, tention back to their Creator and allegiance only to Him as Spirit-led disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. described in the messages of the Three Angels of Revela- The world’s ambassadors understand that their per- tion 14. sonal and professional lives must rightly represent their As these ambassadors of grace depart from the campus home government at all times, without exception. As of- of Andrews University and affiliated campuses, they joy- ficial representatives, their prime directive is to advance fully set forth with Christ’s commission and promise, “God their nation’s global interests. Jesus long ago prayed, “I’m authorized and commanded Me to commission you: Go out not asking You to take them out of the world, but to keep and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of them safe from the evil one. They do not belong to this life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Fa- world any more than I do” (John 17:15, 16 NIV). ther, Son, and Holy Spirit. Then instruct them in the prac- True ambassadors of grace consistently project a “heav- tice of all I have commanded you. I’ll be with you as you do enly citizenship.” Their conversations, relationships, activi- this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age” ties and personal choices reflect their allegiance to the King (Matthew 28:19, 20 MSG). of Heaven. As good guests, they are sensitive to their host Cynthia and J.W. Warren co-founded Spring Hope Ministries to celebrate and culture, without compromising principle or ceasing to be promote the joys and benefits of the Adventist lifestyle. They have three adult children and reside in Berrien Springs, Michigan.

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robably late on the Tuesday afternoon before His crucifixion, Jesus and some of His disciples were spending a little time together on a slope of the Mount of Olives when they asked Him some questions, including, “What shall be the sign of thy coming and of the end of the world?” (Matthew 24:3)

PJesus gave a detailed answer with many components, conference-wide convocation) and perhaps at other times, one of which was, “You will hear of wars and rumors of too. In the past, Vickie has turned to other support groups wars; ... for nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom who have been a “God-send” to her when her son was in against kingdom” (Matthew 24:6, 7). Iraq, “but how much more wonderful it would be to have an Those of us living in the 21st century know all too well Adventist support group to sustain one another by their re- how true Christ’s prediction was. It seems we cannot avoid ligious faith,” she expressed. If you are interested in partici- “wars and rumors of wars.” Whether we are a Democrat or pating, contact Vickie by e-mail at: [email protected]. a Republican or an Independent, or not involved in politics My husband and I are now serving at the Glendale in any way; whether we are “for” the war in Iraq or “against” Church in Indianapolis where Paulette Taylor, women’s it, the political strife and international turmoil of our day ministries leader, has organized an outreach project to en- affects us all. courage the soldiers in Iraq. She has a display table in the Many of us have loved ones serving both God and coun- foyer of the church where members donate items for our try. When my husband was interim pastor at the Anderson troops. One shipment has already been sent, and they are (Indiana) Church last year, we were impressed with church working on a second one. The members prepare hand-writ- members who supported and prayed for the three young ten notes of encouragement and Scripture verses to share men from the congregation who were serving in the mili- the love of Jesus with the troops to be sent along with sun- tary. Their photos were on the bulletin board in the foyer, tan lotion, soap, stick deodorant, cookies, gum, disposable and they were prayed for by name from the pulpit. It truly razors, etc. One church in Mississippi heard what the mem- touched our hearts when they included our own son, who bers at Glendale are doing, and now they are also sending is serving in the Navy, with their loving support. As I write notes and useful items to our troops. this, one of the young men from Anderson has just come Just last Sabbath during the worship service a Glendale home from Iraq, one is preparing to leave for Iraq, another Church elder prayed for our son as he is once again deep is getting ready to return to the battlefield, and our own son b e l o w the ocean waters on patrol. May the is serving on a submarine patrol. day soon dawn when the Prince One of the concerned members at Anderson, Vickie of Peace shall come, when wars Widing, has a vision for pulling together a sup- shall cease and men shall live port group of Adventist families with military together in unity. Until then, ties. She wants to set up an e-mail network for let’s do what we can to support those desiring communication with others en- our troops and to sustain their during the stress of having a loved one in loved ones within our midst. difficult and dangerous circumstances. Vickie Judith Yeoman is the envisions the support group meeting during communication correspondent for the Indiana Conference. camp meeting, Sabbath Celebration (a special

Paulette Taylor, women’s ministries leader at the Glendale Church in Indianapolis, is in the foyer each Sabbath to receive donated items from the members to be sent along with notes of encouragement and Scripture promises to our troops in Iraq.

12 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d CONE IONES Xe n e s p a Ñ O L La vida es para servir p o r C a r m e l o M e r c a d o “No debemos vivir para nosotros mismos. Cristo vino a este mundo para vivir por otros: no para ser servido sino para servir. Si os esforzáis para vivir como él vivió, estaréis diciendo al mundo: “Contemplad al Hombre del Calvario”. Por precepto y por ejemplo estaréis conduciendo a otros en el camino de la rectitud” (En lugares celestiales, p. 233).

i primer encuentro con el pastor Rubén Rivera fue en Indianapolis, Indiana en el mes de diciembre del año 1991. Un sábado él llegó a la iglesia de Chapel West donde yo era pastor y pidió hablar conmigo. En aquel tiempo Rubén estudiaba en la Universidad Andrews y trabajaba en varios lugares en dicha Minstitución para pagar sus estudios y sostener a su familia. Había viajado desde la Universidad Andrews ese día para decirme que su esposa y él sentían el llamado de Dios de abrir obra hispana en la ciudad de Indianapolis. Al decirme esto me tomó de sorpresa, siendo que no hacía mucho que me había establecido en la ciudad, y sí había notado la presencia de muchos hispanos y que no había ninguna iglesia adventista hispana.

Yo había mencionado estos Al repasar con el pastor Rivera detalles a algunos obreros en sus experiencias del pasado, le la asociación, pero en verdad pregunté cuál era su filosofía no hicimos nada. Ahora estaba de la vida. Inmediatamente me viendo y escuchando a alguien respondió: “La vida es para servir”. que había oído el llamado de Dios Como lo conocía, comprendí lo y se había propuesto obedecerle. que me estaba diciendo. Cristo Me pareció increíble que Rubén nos dio el mejor ejemplo de esa y su esposa Areli hubieran hecho filosofía. Cuando el hombre la decisión de mudarse con sus cayó en el pecado, nuestro tres hijos a Indianapolis para Señor decidió inmediatamente hacer la voluntad de Dios sin dar su vida para beneficiar a la pedir el apoyo financiero de la La familia Rivera; De izquierda a derecha: Arisleidy J. Rivera, Rubén humanidad. Cristo vino a nuestro D. Rivera Jr., Jodari A. Rivera Paulsen. Randy Paulsen (yerno) Areli J. asociación. Le di información Rivera. Rubén D. Rivera mundo con pocos recursos de algunos hispanos adventistas humanos e hizo frente a muchos que yo conocía que vivían en la ciudad e inmediatamente él desafíos, pero mantuvo siempre firme su determinación de comenzó a reunirse con ellos y dar estudios bíblicos. Ellos servir a otros y hacer la voluntad de su Padre. tuvieron que hacer frente a muchos desafíos que para mí El pastor Rivera ahora trabaja como pastor y coordinador hubieran sido muy difíciles de superar. Sin embargo, Rubén hispano en la Asociación de Wisconsin. Junto con los y su familia mantuvieron siempre su confianza en Dios. Con pastores hispanos Gerzom Gómez y Edgar Mendoza, está el tiempo la asociación apoyó la iniciativa y Dios bendijo transmitiendo el mismo ejemplo de Jesús, de guiar a los sus esfuerzos. Al final de sus seis años en Indianapolis, hoy hermanos de Wisconsin a poner como prioridad en sus vidas contamos con dos congregaciones hispanas en la ciudad con el cumplir la gran comisión de servir a otros para ganarlos una asistencia promedio de más de 250 personas y una obra para el reino de los cielos. hispana que se ha esparcido a diversos lugares en el estado. Carmelo Mercado es el vicepresidente general de la Unión del Lago.

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Weaving the Fabric of Faith at Andrews University

hat makes up the fabric of your faith? Perhaps a few blue threads of morning devotion, some green strands of Christian fellowship, mixed with purple strings of weekly church attendance? Add to that the yellow threads of blessing you receive from feeding the homeless or helping a child with Wtheir homework and the silver ones from those moments spent in prayer. Put them all together, along with so many other colorful experiences and moments, and you will have a tapestry that tells your individual story of faith.

Andrews University also has a fabric of faith that is morning, in the classroom and the workplace, or in the uniquely woven with the threads of ideas, experiences and students’ “homes away from home,” the dorms and apart- faith-building opportunities brought to campus by each in- ments. dividual who makes this their place of study or work. With students, faculty and staff hailing from almost 100 different Sabbath Morning countries and from across the nation, the result is a colorful Encounter campus culture filled with a myriad of methods and oppor- Three years ago, Jane Thayer, recently retired professor of tunities for crafting rich spiritual moments, memories and religious education, felt a burden for the graduate students experiences. and young adults who lived on campus and the surround- Whether you enjoy in-depth Sabbath morning Bible ing community. At the time there really wasn’t much in the study, are blessed by week-day morning devotions with form of spiritual enrichment that ministered specifically to your colleagues, or are energized by collecting canned the post-college age group. She and her husband Jerome, goods for the hungry, the Andrews campus is a place where professor emeritus of research and statistical methodology, you can find the “threads” to help create your own unique decided to invite a group of 20- and 30-somethings to their fabric of faith. home one Friday night to discuss the idea of starting a new Following are some examples of the “threads” that help . What began as an evening of discussion weave Andrews University’s fabric of faith, on Sabbath has since bloomed into Encounter, an active group of young

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 15 adults passionate about Bible study, community service and university may be on break, Encounter meets for a time of Christian fellowship. worship and Bible study. A variety of teachers with differ- Rosemary Bailey, who teaches at Ruth Murdoch Elemen- ent perspectives lead out every week. Besides just Sabbath tary School, and her husband Karl, assistant professor of morning Bible study, the group regularly meets for potluck psychology, have attended Encounter Sabbath school since lunches, vesper programs or fun group activities. They also it began. firmly believe in putting their faith into action and actively “Encounter has played a very important role in helping seek out community service projects and volunteer activi- me find a community of faith on campus,” Rosemary shared. ties that members can participate in. “For me, having a place where I feel accepted, needed and “Encounter encourages me on my spiritual walk,” Rose- loved is just as important as being able to be surrounded mary continued. “I learn to understand God and my Bible by thoughtful, spiritual people. I have found all this in En- more deeply. I know that there is a community, a family, counter. behind me to help me grow, to support me when I stumble, “When I came here my husband and I couldn’t find a to rejoice with me in times of blessing, and comfort me in place for Sabbath school that really made me want to come times of despair, and I know that they would do the same back week after week, nothing that made us want to get out for any other member.” of bed. Then my husband and I saw the Agenda item for this Seminary Sabbath School new group that was starting called Encounter. We went, Some Sabbath morning traditions stretch deep into the and we are still attending three years later!” tapestry of Andrews’ story of faith. One of those traditions Each Sabbath at 9:45 a.m., even during times when the is the Seminary Sabbath school. Each week Dwain Ford, Brad Austin Brad Graduate students and young adults appreciate the opportunity for study that Encounter offers.

16 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. Russell sharing slides and testimo- nies about mission trips they had participated in, to special Mother’s Day presentations, to faculty mem- bers sharing something about their research on a religious or social topic. I do miss going because I always took something away from the service that I didn’t know before.” Faculty Lounge Sabbath School Another Andrews Sabbath morn- ing tradition dates back to the early 1970s, when a small group of faculty The Seminary Sabbath school class listens intently as Raoul Dederen teaches. and staff sought a place where they could sit in a circle and discuss the professor emeritus of chemistry, organizes a group to teach week’s Sabbath school lesson. They found that place in a a class at the Seminary. Commonly known as Seminary room not often visited in the Campus Center, the Faculty Sabbath school, this group has been officially meeting since Lounge. Members of what has come to be known as the 1982 when Raoul Dederen organized the group and asked Faculty Lounge Sabbath school have been coming together Dwain to help him teach. ever since. This popular Sabbath school now draws a regular atten- Faculty Lounge Sabbath school is a place where faculty, dance of between 60 and 65 people each week. Those who staff and students comfortably share their thoughts and attend know they will be blessed with an in-depth study questions on the lesson in a free-flowing format, while filled with rich spiritual insights. providing a sense of community for its members. Mem- Dwain no longer teaches the class himself, but organizes bers meet monthly at different homes or on campus for a a group of teachers that include Peter Van Bemmelen, Roy potluck lunch. A group of coordinators take turns finding Gane, Russell Burrill and Larry Schalk. Each teacher brings teachers for each week’s lesson who share their personal a unique perspective and their own method to the class. Dwain particularly notes the unique method of Roy: “Of all of the excellent teachers, Roy Gane has the most unusual method of teach- ing. He usually projects onto the screen the verses in both English and Hebrew. If there is any question regarding the meaning of the passage, he translates it from the Hebrew and shares the various ways that passage could be translated.” Sallie Alger used to attend the Semi- nary Sabbath school regularly before she and her husband became sponsors of Encounter. “I did appreciate the di- versity of presentations—anything from Mosaic is a Friday evening vesper program held in various locations on campus. Students come students and Glenn together to worship the Lord through music, prayer and creative interaction.

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 17 perspective before opening up the floor for group discussion. Many members have faithfully attended for de- cades. Meredith Jones Gray, professor of English, whose parents were charter members, has attend- ed the Faculty Lounge Sabbath school since high school. “My dad was attending there, and I began going with him when I finished academy,” she shares. “I was drawn in by the freedom of discus- sion and the stimulating ideas that I encountered

Students gather under the big tent at the beginning of each year. They kick off the new school year with enthusiastic worship and joyful songs.

together. Each morning before Lithotech’s doors open for business, the employees gather together for a short prayer and devotion. “Years ago, as a student worker at Andrews, I worked in the Grounds Department under the management of Ed Roy,” explains Rod Church, manager. “It was his practice to have worship before we started the day, and when I came back to work here 13 years ago, I decided it was a practice that I would like to continue. You see, after working for Once a month, the Department of Music’s student organization, AUMA, gathers with their instruments to create a melodic atmosphere of praise. other companies I felt it was a true privilege to be able to sit together with my staff on the loading dock (or inside when there. But the group also became a close-knit community cold) and start the day with the ‘right perspective’ and ask that has been part of my life ever since.” for God’s presence.” “This group has provided an important link in the spiri- “It has meant a lot to me,” notes Fred Guerrero, produc- tual life of our campus community, and some who have left tion supervisor. “Some mornings I am struggling with my have fed themselves and others by starting similar groups in spiritual life, and we seem to read just what I need to hear; the areas where they have moved,” notes charter member it seems that it happens more often than not.” Harold James. Eigen* “It’s a place that’s supportive, a place where like minds The Math and Physics Departments’ joint club, Eigen*, appreciate varieties of spiritual quest,” said long-time provides a wonderful opportunity for teachers and stu- member and English Department chair Douglas Jones. dents to integrate their education with their faith. Eigen*, taken from a German word that means “peculiarity,” is a Classroom and Workplace term used in both the fields of physics and mathematics Worship and fellowship isn’t just relegated to Sabbath and is therefore the perfect name for a club consisting of morning services. In many departments and offices across both majors. campus, students and staff alike are finding ways to worship The group is extremely active, meeting every Friday God together as part of their daily routines in the work- afternoon in a colloquium where members hear presen- place or the classroom. tations from their peers, teachers or guest speakers from Lithotech other universities and colleges, such as the University of Lithotech, Andrews’ in-house printing service, is just one Notre Dame and University of Ohio, and companies such example of an office on campus that prays as well as works as Amoco and Logistic Research and Training.

18 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. (Above and below) A revival vespers held in the Science Complex provided an exciting opportunity for small group breakout sessions with in-depth discussion.

Outside of weekly meetings, Eigen* this process and promotes the de- members enjoy activities such as camp- velopment of strong faith coupled ing and other field trips. Three times each with intellectual achievement in my semester, Eigen* holds a vesper program life. Listening to faculty members at the home of a faculty member. This testify how God has showed them provides an opportunity for students to His power through the wonders of worship and fellowship together, while physics or math only increases my enjoying a home-cooked meal, a rare love of learning—both scholasti- commodity for the college dorm stu- cally and spiritually.” dent. Guest speakers often include faculty AUMA members from other disciplines on cam- Andrews University Music Asso- pus, giving students a chance to hear from ciation (AUMA), the Department a variety of voices. of Music’s official student organi- “The combined spiritual and intellec- zation, is a newer club on campus, tual atmosphere at Eigen* vespers encour- only in its second year, with a strong ages me to be a rational, objective thinker emphasis on bettering their mem- about my faith and my beliefs,” says Erin bers’ relationships with God. McLean, a sophomore double major in math and English. “Our main goal for AUMA is to create a family-orien- “Going to Andrews University gives me the unique oppor- tated atmosphere within [the] Department of Music and tunity to allow my love of science to complement my faith to incorporate Christ in all that we do on a daily basis,” ex- instead of working against it, and Eigen* vespers facilitates plains AUMA president Zoviel Bowen.

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 19 Flamekeepers are student-led Bible study groups that meet informally in the residence halls. Through this fellowship, students experience support, develop friendships and share different perspectives with one another.

that is also our goal when we do our outreach activities. ... As the leader of AUMA, it’s a true blessing to be able to get together with my team as we not only plan events for the The group holds a monthly vesper program; the location department, but also try to create a home away from home and theme varies from month to month. Most students bring their musical instruments, and they play together for for our students here at Andrews.” praise and worship, which is followed by a worship thought and time for fellowship. At ‘Home’ AUMA isn’t only focused on fellowshipping with each Lamson and Meier Halls other, but enjoys sharing their love of music and love for Anyone who has ever lived in an academy or residence Christ with others. Last semester, the group joined up with hall in an Adventist college is familiar with the usually re- Outreach, Andrews’ outreach ministry to the residents of quired dorm worships, and knows that making these wor- downtown Benton Harbor. The students took their instru- ship experiences meaningful can often be a challenge. The ments and went door to door playing music and praying deans at Lamson and Meier Halls at Andrews University with the residents. Another time, they visited a local nurs- have taken this challenge to heart and provide faith-build- ing home in Berrien Springs, Michigan, and prayed and ing opportunities for their residents that go beyond the shared their music with the residents. requisite worships. “It’s such a rewarding experience to share Christ with Lamson Hall, the women’s residence, has been very suc- others through music,” says Zoviel. “Music is a very power- cessful in integrating a strong service component into their ful tool that I know God has given us to bless others, and programming. Lamson’s student-run Breakthrough Com-

20 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. mittee has planned and executed several very successful projects in the past two years. The committee’s first project was a “Girls Night In” for pre-teen and teen girls at the New Plant Seventh-day Adventist Church in Benton Har- bor, Michigan. The night’s goal was to teach the girls about self-esteem. In conjunction with Meier Hall’s Sigma Phi, the two residences collected a total of 1,086 canned goods in a Thanksgiving food drive. The food collected was then donated to the Niles (Michigan) Salvation Army. Other Black Student Christian Forum (BSCF), a worship option on campus, meets projects have included praying with Andrews’ faculty and weekly in Burman Hall. BSCF desires to present worship programs that staff in their offices, as well as an event appreciating the challenge others to strengthen their relationship with God. work of the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church in Family and Graduate Housing honor of clergy appreciation month. The residence halls aren’t the only “homes away from Throughout the school year, the Breakthrough Commit- home” on campus that are making an effort to reach their tee assists the deans in the worship services, conducts ran- students through fellowship and worship. Andrews is a dom acts of kindness, and leads out in small group worships university with a thriving graduate and Seminary student and Lamson Hall’s book club. population who often live on campus in the university’s “Being a part of the committee has given me a greater apartment complex. Though there are no required wor- sense of purpose and fulfillment,” shares committee mem- ships, Housing Department director Alfredo Ruiz and his ber Cleigha Millin. “I am constantly blessed when we go team have made an effort to build community among the door to door in the residence hall and pray with our sisters. students that call the apartments home. So many people are hurting, and I am blessed by being able At the start of the year, the Housing Department puts on to share Christ with them.” a special Friday evening vespers and supper, which provides In both the men’s and women’s residences, an indepen- an opportunity for the residents to get acquainted with dent, student-led Bible study group has emerged called each other. This past September the university’s president, Flamekeepers. The group originated with freshmen from Neils-Erik Andreasen, shared a devotional and his experi- Great Lakes Adventist Academy who started the original ence living in the apartments when he was a student. Flamekeepers study after a special Week of Prayer in 2004. Throughout the year, those in the Housing Department Currently, two groups of girls meet in Lamson and one pray for the students and their families in the apartments, group of guys meet in Meier, all of whom are freshmen. and e-mails them for prayer requests. Each morning, the “We take prayer requests and pray together. It’s nice to staff meets for worship and prays for these requests. “It has know that I have a support group for spiritual account- been a rewarding experience to be able to pray for the ten- ability and that people are praying for me,” notes Sara Ola- ants,” says Alfredo. “Students have expressed how much they kowski, who started the Andrews branch of Flamekeepers. appreciate knowing that someone is praying for them.” “My favorite thing about Flamekeepers is the relationships Whether it’s a small study group, student-led Sabbath that develop with people and the input that comes from school, faculty devotional or outreach ministry, there’s a sharing different perspectives—it’s something you don’t colorful tapestry of spiritually enriching opportunities at get studying on your own.” Andrews University for students, faculty and staff alike to Meier Hall’s assistant dean of men, Zachary Juniper, is build relationships with each other and with God. impressed with his students’ individual drives to have clos- er walks with God. “One thing that sticks out to me the Beverly Stout, an alum of the English department, served as media relations coordinator at Andrews University for three years. She now works in Central most is the residents who come to me requesting assistance Illinois as an organizational development analyst with State Farm Insurance. in starting a Bible study or small group on their own, not for worship credit, but for their own spiritual benefit.”

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 21 revolves around com- Helping Students passion and healing, and this program fits Help Others perfectly by promot- Adventist Midwest Health ing wellness within the community.” Sponsors CNA Program at For many students, the motivation to enter Some students from Indiana Acad- the program begins as emy have learned firsthand the value purely financial. That of helping others, thanks to a unique quickly turns into an- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) other blessing—keep- program sponsored by Adventist Mid- ing a tender heart Thompson Baylie Justin Thurber receives a congratulatory hug from the CNA instructor Tina west Health. as they help elderly Gillis as he accepts his certificate at the CNA graduation ceremony at Through the program, students can patients with basic Indiana Academy. earn money for tuition and gain valu- health needs. able experience in the medical field by Student Toni Crumley, a junior, helping a man who came to the nursing taking a special course and working as said she was in no hurry to join the home every day to see his elderly wife. a CNA, earning as much as $12.50 an program, but something inside her told “One day he asked me, ‘Are you hour. The result? Some participating her to sign up. “I didn’t think that I from Indiana Academy, and are you an students are able to pay nearly all of was cut out for that kind of work,” she Adventist?’” Kelly said. “I replied, ‘Yes’ their school bill at Indiana Academy. said. “Now I work in a nursing home, to both questions, and he said he could caring for elderly people tell I was an Adventist CNA. ‘I can who depend on me to always tell the Adventist CNAs apart, take care of their most because they’re the ones that care.’” basic needs, such as eat- Making those connections with ing, bathing, toileting and patients trumps any financial gain, dressing.” said student Justin Thurber, a junior. Not only can she pay “I realized what a wonderful witness- a large part of her school ing opportunity this could be,” he said. bill, but she’s learned “That fueled my desire even greater to valuable life lessons, such become a CNA. Without the sup- as time management, port of Adventist Midwest Health, we perseverance and how to probably wouldn’t have been able to work with people of all take the course otherwise.” ages, Crumley said. Gary Thurber, Justin’s father and Samantha Rapp John Rapp, regional vice president, Ministries and Mission at Adventist “Most importantly, I Indiana Conference president, said as Midwest Health, poses with the recent graduates of Indiana Academy’s have a huge opportunity a parent, it’s a thrill to see your son or CNA program. to show the love of Jesus daughter involved in the program. John Rapp, regional vice president, to the residents, some of whom are “It gives them a level of education Ministries and Mission at Adventist lonely, depressed, in pain or confused,” about the world they live in they could Midwest Health, recently spoke at she said. “I know I am doing God’s never receive in books alone,” he said. the graduation ceremony for about work by bringing hope and peace to “Every patient they help provides them 30 students who completed the CNA their lives. ‘The King will reply, “I tell with an opportunity to show compas- training. (Some were not present for you the truth, whatever you did to one sion and care at a level most have never the ceremony because they were work- of the least of these, my brothers and experienced before. It mirrors closely ing as a CNA that evening.) sisters, you did it to Me”’” (see Mat- so much of what our Savior did during “Seeing the energy and commit- thew 25:40). His ministry here on earth.” ment these students have to extending Student Nathan Kelly, a junior, said Julie L. Busch, regional manager, public relations, the healing ministry of Jesus Christ was patients can recognize the difference Adventist Midwest Health inspiring,” Rapp said. “Our mission in their caregivers. He tells the story of

22 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. process of corrective Andrews University historiography to counter Hosts ‘2,000 Years of the centuries of errors, distortions, omissions Christianity in Africa’ and falsehoods attributed On February 7 to 9, scholars from to the continent of Africa various disciplines, universities and re- and its inhabitants,” said ligions converged at Andrews Univer- Andrews University sity to discuss “2,000 Years of Chris- chaplain Timothy Nixon. tianity in Africa and the Diaspora,” “The Africans, the first part of the university’s Black History people of the earth, are Month celebration. the primary characters of Annetta Gibson receives the Bashir Hasso Endowed Chair of Teaching The seminar’s two keynote speak- Scripture. May we never Excellence in Business Ethics. From left: Niels-Erik Andreasen, Andrews ers were Charles Bradford, former again believe or teach the president; Heather Knight, Andrews provost; Annetta Gibson; and Allen North American Division president notion of a heathen or Stembridge, School of Business Administration dean and author of Sabbath Roots: The African Godless Africa.” Connection, and Craig Keener, author tion is profoundly Robert Moncrieff, student news writer, grateful for such of 14 books and professor at Palmer University Relations Theological Seminary. The seminar generosity,” stated also featured lectures by a number of Stembridge. “This religious and historical scholars. Annetta Gibson endowed chair On Friday evening, Keener lectured enables us to attract on “Defending Black Faith,” devot- Receives Bashir and maintain the ing most of his presentation to Paul’s Hasso Endowed Chair highly qualified Ann Gibson treatment of race relations. Keener faculty essential for pointed out repeated calls in the Book At a special luncheon on Mon., future growth.” of Romans for unity in Christ between Feb. 5, Allen Stembridge, dean of the Gibson has been a member of the Jews and Gentiles, saying “Christianity School of Business Administration SBA faculty since 1992, when she is not an exclusively white religion, but (SBA) at Andrews University, an- returned to her alma mater to teach is for all people.” nounced that Annetta Gibson, profes- in the Department of Accounting and On Sabbath morning, Pioneer sor of accounting and former SBA Ethics. Gibson received her MBA Memorial Church was packed for the dean, will receive the Bashir Hasso from Andrews before completing her main service. In his sermon, entitled Endowed Chair of Teaching Excellence Ph.D. at Washington State University. “No Child Left Behind,” Bradford in Business Ethics. She has since served the SBA in many called attention to the explosive This endowed chair was established capacities: as a professor, department growth of Christianity in Africa during by Bashir Hasso, whose philanthropy chair, SBA dean, director of SBA Off- the last two centuries, and particularly has helped various establishments in Campus Programs and director of its the prevalence of Sabbath-keeping in the Middle East and educational insti- internship program. Gibson began her Ethiopia. “There will be an abundant tutions throughout the United States. work in business ethics with beloved entrance into the Kingdom,” said An endowed professorial chair assists Andrews business professor Daniel Bradford. the designated department by sup- Augsburger. She is currently complet- “It is refreshing to see the Sev- porting the recipient’s salary, research ing a textbook on business ethics that enth-day Adventist Church begin the opportunities, administrative services they had initially begun together. and other projects as “I will work hard to keep the Hasso determined in the name in high regard through the busi- endowment agreement. ness ethics we teach our students,” This funding comes commented Gibson. “The Hasso fam- from the annual income ily has been generous with Andrews generated by the princi- University, and we are grateful for their Charles Bradford spoke for the main service at Pioneer Memorial Church. pal gift. support.” In his sermon, entitled “No Child Left Behind,” Bradford called attention to “The School of the explosive growth of Christianity in Africa during the last two centuries. Business Administra- Emily Flottmann, student news writer, University Relations

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 23 News [ educatio n n ews ] in participating. So the Berean Eagles Pathfinder Club started a drum corps with only six Pathfinders, but they had Bible Camp a problem—no drums. However, this Provides Lasting did not lessen the young people’s desire. They realized that to practice, drums Memories were not required. All they needed Michigan—Camp Au were their hands, mouth, furniture and Sable was the site for Battle floors. Just ask the parents about the Creek Academy’s (BCA) an- condition of the furniture and how nual Bible Camp. More than often they found themselves at work Battle Creek Academy students enjoyed a long weekend at Camp 65 students and chaperons Au Sable in Grayling, Mich., at this year’s Bible Camp. humming rudiments over and over. headed to the camp for a long The club’s focus was for the Path- weekend of activity, rest and worship. Lisha Torres, a senior at BCA, finders to play a bigger part in their William Lee, pastor of the Bethel Sev- said that this year’s Bible Camp was community, so club directors asked the enth-day Adventist Church in Grand amazing. “The speaker really touched Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation if Rapids, Mich., was the guest speaker my life, and the time that I was able to the Pathfinders could participate in and provided the theme “Getting spend with friends was great. Since this their annual Martin Luther King Jr. Closer to God.” will be the last year I will be attending, Walk. When the drum corps learned “While [Lee] discussed several dif- I’m glad I went. I will remember it for they would be included in the Walk, ferent resources to getting closer,” said the rest of my life.” drums were borrowed. The Berean Kevin Kossick, BCA principal, “the Eagles Pathfinder drum corps led the Wendy Keough, co-director of marketing and public one that really caught my attention relations, Battle Creek Academy Martin Luther King Jr. Walk, start- was friends. He used the illustration of ing in January 2000, and have since the paralytic who couldn’t get to Jesus [ pat h fi n de r n ews ] become a staple. Among the many because of the crowd, but his friends walkers was Stephen Luecke (mayor of removed a section of the roof and low- South Bend), U.S. congressmen, city ered him to Jesus for healing.” Pathfinder Drum dignitaries, pastors, church members While Lee kept camp attendees Corps Recognized and friends. All were amazed and in focused “inward and upward,” campers awe of the precision and discipline of also enjoyed various student-led activi- for Community this young drum corps. ties. Bible campers and several Camp Contributions When the drum corps began to Au Sable visitors participated in the receive invitations to play at events Lake Region—Young people can annual “Free-For-All Football” game nearby, the search for lighter-weight make a difference in their church on Friday afternoon. Saturday night drums continued. For almost two years, and community. The Berean Eagles was filled with fun during the Student the drum corps traveled back and forth Pathfinders from South Bend, Ind., did Association class activities. Students to pick up drums from the All Na- played several games and the junior just that. After class was declared the winner at the witnessing a drum end of the night. corps formed at Everyone knows that a weekend at the first drum Camp Au Sable isn’t complete without corps camp insti- kitchen duty. Thanks to Gwen Kossick, tuted by Anthony Micki Porter and others who prepared Kelly, former Lake the meals, everyone had the opportu- Region Con- nity to help clean up afterward. ference youth “Bible Camp was a fun experience, director, under as well as a spiritual one,” says An- the direction of drew Messecar, BCA freshman. “The Ronneil Hare- speaker had a great message to provide wood, a student at to us, and he provided it in a way that Andrews Univer- grabbed your attention and kept it on sity, there were a what he was saying. There were many number of young Berean Eagles Pathfinder Club drum corps pauses for a photo at the Northern activities that were fun and enjoyable.” people interested Indiana Center of History in South Bend, Ind.

24 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. News ticipate in the Walk, the mother had not wanted to. The lady said that as soon as she heard the drums play and saw the young people, she felt a burden had been lifted off her shoulders, and she felt lightness in her heart. She was teary-eyed, and so were we. We thanked her for confirming what the Lord wanted us to do with this club. How this group impacted the com- munity came to light on Mon., Jan. 21, when the drum corps received the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award in recognition of their dedication, discipline, enthusiasm and leadership in the community. Most of these young people in the group are on the honor roll, have leadership positions in their school and play other instruments. The drum Many hours are spent practicing for performances at churches, parades for Memorial Day and the Black Expo corps has become widely known in and American Diabetes Association and Juvenile Diabetes Research foundation Walks. Indiana and Michigan for their drum- ming and beat techniques, and have tions Church. Sometimes they had to the drum corps was when they were been sought after for different events. turn down event invitations because invited to a JDRF banquet. At the However, we give all the glory, praise of schedule conflicts when the drums banquet, the Pathfinders received an and honor to God, for through God’s weren’t available. award and standing ovation for their hands these Pathfinders have touched The Pathfinder drum corps played contribution in the JDRF Walk. As the many lives with this ministry. Pathfind- at many churches, parades for Me- drum corps was leaving, a lady stopped ering is alive and well, and we pray that morial Day and the Black Expo, etc., them to express how grateful she was our club will continue to spread God’s American Diabetes Association and that the young people took the time love through this ministry. Juvenile Diabetes Research Founda- to play for the Walk. Her nine-year- tion (JDRF) Walks, youth federations old daughter had been diagnosed with Herb and Kim Henley, co-directors, and congresses, and Pathfinder fairs diabetes a few months before, and Berean Eagles Pathfinder Club and camporees. A crowning moment though her daughter wanted to par- was when the drum corps was invited to represent the Lake Region Confer- ence on the opening night of the “Faith on Fire” camporee in Osh Kosh, Wis. At the various events, the drum corps informed listeners of their need to purchase drums. Donations came in from a variety of sources, such as the Lake Region Conference youth min- istries, Bayer HealthCare, Black Expo of Fort Wayne, Charles Martin Center, Memorial Day Parade of Mishawaka and Berean Church members. Fund- raisers were also held. Last year, the last drum and cymbal was purchased for the 14-member drum corps. But now the group’s numbers are increasing, so additional drums are needed. The Berean Eagles drum corps is widely known in Indiana and Michigan for their drumming and beat Another memorable moment for techniques; however, they give all the glory, praise and honor to God.

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 25 News [ local c h u r c h n ews ] blessing established those churches and who has also shepherded Laotian believ- Impact of Laotian ers in the U.S., was present. Outreach Continues The program provided for happy reunions, laugh- after Holiday ter, and a spirit of joy and Celebration thanksgiving. Musical num- bers in both the Laotian and Michigan—There are more than 1.5 English languages as well million Laotians living in the United as favorite Laotian foods, States. Most have resettled here as including papaya salad, refugees, fleeing oppression of their bamboo-shoot soup and du- country. There are three Seventh-day rian cake, added to the fes- Michiana Fil-Am Church members hosted an international cooking Adventist Laotian groups within the tivities. Other Laotians in school where guests sampled cuisine from 13 different countries and U.S., one of which has been sponsored the area who do not usually learned ways to live a healthy lifestyle. by the Holland (Mich.) Church since attend church came to enjoy 1995. The result is a growing group the evening of worship and fellowship. Every Sunday evening for seven that now has 16 baptized members and Today the effects continue to be felt weeks, an average of 25 people at- about 40 people in total attendance through the connections made at the tended these sessions in the church’s each Sabbath! Outreach efforts and program and the friendships formed. fellowship hall. Cuisine from 13 dif- evangelistic activities by the group’s The Laotian group of the Holland ferent countries was demonstrated, Lao pastor, Saeng Saengthip, is con- Church hopes to expand its ministry to including dishes from Singapore, tributing to the growth. launch a literature translation project China, Thailand, Argentina, Ecuador, Outreach and evangelism ac- focusing on small Christian books. Venezuela, Colombia, India, Bangla- tivities to reach Laotians include the Please keep the outreach efforts of desh, Russia, the Philippines, Roma- production of a Laotian this small minority group in prayer, nia and the Middle East. Because the television program, Bible asking that the Lord will continue to Michiana Fil-Am Church is situated studies as well as a variety bless their passion and commitment to only a mile from Andrews University, of youth activities. Dur- building Christ’s kingdom. it was easy to invite people from other ing the holidays, Laotian countries to demonstrate foods from Adventists welcomed more than 130 Karen Suvankham, event co-planner, and a former their homeland. people to a special program held at missionary from Southeast Asia The cooking demonstrations the Holland Adventist School. Guests were largely vegan. No eggs or milk from as far as Laos were in attendance. were used, although a small amount A highlight was when guests were hon- International Cooking of butter or cheese was used in a few ored who first learned of the Seventh- School Promotes recipes. Olive oil was used in place of day Adventist church in refugee camps, margarine. The foods were pleasing to prior to resettlement, 20 years ago. Healthy Lifestyle the eye as well as healthy. Items were Judy Aitken, who through the Lord’s Michigan—In keeping with their international character, chopped ahead of time to speed up the the Michiana Fil-Am process. After the demonstration, the (Filipino-American) guests tasted the final product, which Church members held had been prepared ahead of time. Reci- an international cook- pes were provided. ing school last October As well as cooking demonstrations, and November. Carmen there were 20-minute presentations on Barahona, a nurse hailing health principles each evening, given originally from Ecuador, by Rudi Quion, Loida Medina, Arlene is the church’s health Saliba, Raquel Allen and others—all and temperance leader. physicians and nurses who are church She organized the series, members. Evelyn Cole-Kissinger, with the assistance of her a lifestyle consultant and dietitian, Since 1995, the Holland (Mich.) Church has sponsored a ministry to sister, Maruja, and many shared nutrition information. Each the Laotians in their area. During the holidays, more than 130 people evening also included a short talk about attended a special program. Guests came from as far as Laos. others.

26 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. News God’s love and the peace we can have because of our trust in Him. In order to build interest in this program while reaching out to the local community, Barahona and others offered free blood pressure checks in two local grocery stores one day a week for several months before the cooking school. About 100 people had their blood pressures checked. This effort yielded several attendees at the cooking school. The health and temperance com- mittee also sponsored a poster contest for the young people in the church. White in Lovett’s Grove, Ohio, on will meet in The posters were displayed in the Mar. 14, 1858. The celebration will take the Ketter- lobby of the church, and many people place behind the Kettering Seventh- ing Church commented on the talent of the youth day Adventist Church and across the auditorium. of the church. Winners were chosen street from Kettering Medical Center. Speakers and gifts presented in church. James R. Nix, director of The El- include The cooking school culminated len G. White Estate, Inc., will pres- Michael with a very nice Thanksgiving meal on ent “A Vision of Hope,” outlining Knecht, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Table the historical sketch during Sabbath pastor of the decorations contributed to the festive school, followed by , dean CrossWalk mood, and food was passed around the of the School of Religion, Loma Linda Church in tables just like Thanksgiving dinner at University. Paulien will speak on “Paul, Redlands, Calif.; Karl Haffner, senior home. the Remnant, and the Great Con- pastor of the Kettering Adventist Michiana Fil-Am Church members troversy.” He will share a Bible study Church; Clarissa Worley Sproul, musi- believe that because the health mes- on the identity of the remnant and cian and speaker from Salem, Ore.; and sage is the right arm of the Gospel, the the church’s special connection to the Jose Rojas, director of Office of Vol- Seventh-day Adventist Church should Christianity, Judaism and Islam faiths. unteer Ministries for the Seventh-day lead the way in living a healthy lifestyle. , president of the Adventist Church in North America. Guests saw this demonstrated won- Seventh-day church, Music will be provided by Kettering derfully at the international cooking is the featured speaker for the eleven College of Medical Arts, Spring Valley school. o’clock hour. In his keynote address, Academy, and “Love of the Ages,” Paulsen will share Indiana Academy. Vicki Wiley, communication secretary, his passion for the greatest gift ever Free lunch meal tickets are avail- Michiana Fil-Am Church given to the world, Jesus Christ our able. The first 3,000 ticket orders will Savior. be honored. There is no limit to the In the afternoon Smuts van number of tickets for a family or group. Historic Anniversary Rooyen, pastor of the Vallejo Drive E-mail your order to information@ Celebration Seventh-day Adventist Church in ohioadventist.org (preferred method). Glendale, Calif., will present “Central Or phone your order to 1-740-397- Commemorates Issues of the Great Controversy.” To 4665, ext. 165. The ticket order dead- ‘The Great close out the day, Charles D. Bradford, line is Friday, May 2, at noon, provided retired president of the Seventh-day tickets are still available. Controversy Vision’ Adventist Church in North America, This event is co-sponsored by Ket- Make plans to come to a once-in- will present “Sabbath: God’s Sign of tering Medical Center, Columbia Union a-life-time celebration. On May 10, Freedom.” Conference, Ohio Conference and Able a historical anniversary celebration Concerts throughout the day will Rental Co. For a schedule and more will take place in Kettering, Ohio, to be provided by Heritage Singers; Ponder, information visit ohioadventist.org. commemorate what Seventh-day Ad- Harp, and Jennings; and ten-time Gram- Hubert Cisneros, executive secretary, Ohio ventists have come to call “The Great my winners, Take 6. Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Controversy Vision,” received by Ellen The youth/young adult division

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 27 MilePOSTS Within the Lake Union, the officiating pastor or church communication leader MCCLURE, Worth E., age 94; born May SALTS, Shirley J. (Granville), age 79; born is responsible for submission of information to this column. Forms are available 14, 1913, in Sand Lake, Mich.; died Oct. July 16, 1927, in Madison, Wis.; died in print format, or they can be filled out and submitted directly online. Mile- 21, 2007, in Winter Springs, Fla. He was a Apr. 8, 2007, in Kirkland, Wash. She was post forms are available at www.lakeunionherald.org. Conference addresses and member of the Adrian (Mich.) Church. a member of the Spooner-Trego Church, phone numbers are in the masthead on page 39. Survivors include his wife, Louise Trego, Wis. (Kempf); daughters, Carolyn Wilson, Mari- Survivors include her son, Tom; daugh- Anniversaries tor George Dronen, and interment was in lyn Rudolph, Joyce Marshall and Patricia ters, Marilyn Vrniak, Patty Farb, Nancy Salts Maple Hill Cemetery, Clarion, Mich. Douglas; 11 grandchildren; 15 great- and Sherry Dysort; and 20 grandchildren. grandchildren; and two great-great-grand- Funeral services were conducted by FOLDEN, Velma A. (Jenkins), age 83; born children. Pastor Mihail Baciu, and interment was in May 22, 1924, in Milwaukee, Wis.; died Memorial services were conducted by Spooner (Wis.) Cemetery. Jan. 30, 2008, in Milwaukee. She was a Pastor Jim Coffin, and inurnment was in member of the Sharon Church, Milwaukee. SAUNDERS, James W., age 59; born June Brookside Cemetery, Tecumseh, Mich. 7, 1948, in Hinsdale, Ill.; died Dec. 28, George and Sonja Grosboll celebrated Survivors include her daughter, Karyn 2007, in Green Bay, Wis. He was a member their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 8, Folden; brothers, Shellie A., Sammuel J., NICKEL, Eldora B. (Olson), age 92; born of the Green Bay Church. 2007, by a mini get-away at Lincolnshire, Nathaniel A., Phillip W. and James R. Jen- July 28, 1915, in Gladwin Cty., Mich.; died Survivors include his wife, Eunice Ill., and on Dec. 30, 2007, by a cruise with kins; and sisters, Yvonne M. Jenkins, Ellen E. Oct. 31, 2007, in Fenton, Mich. She was a (Hagenberg); son, Jared; daughter, Jennifer their daughters and family on the Western Tolson, Mable J. Talbert and Gloria M. Dean. member of the Fenton Church. Saunders; brothers, Joseph Saunders and Funeral services were conducted by Survivors include her sons, Theodore Caribbean, with Norwegian Cruise Line. David Rose; and sister, Mary Intrieri. Pastor Robert Tolson, and interment was in and Edwin; daughters, Bernita Cheeseman, They have been members of the La Grange Memorial services were conducted by Pas- Graceland Cemetery, Milwaukee. Jeanne Lance and Bonita Huddleston; sis- (Ill.) Church for 50 years. tor Delmar Austin, with private inurnment. George Grosboll and Sonja Smith were ter, Elsie Melms; 21 grandchildren; many GRAHN, Doris I. (Beebe), age 91; born May married Dec. 8, 1957, in Hinsdale (Ill.) great-grandchildren; and five great-great- SUMMERTON, Ethel V. (Stamper), age 89; 8, 1916, in Blue River, Wis.; died Dec. 31, Community House, by Elder T.G. Herr. grandchildrn. born June 30, 1918, in Clearwater Lake, 2007, in DeForest, Wis. She was a member George has been a painting contractor for Funeral services were conducted by Wis.; died Jan. 8, 2008, in Bowling Green, of the Madison (Wis.) East Church. 50+ years. Sonja has been a homemaker, Pastor Robert Benson, and interment was Ky. She was a member of the Oxford (Wis.) Survivors include her sons, Larry and receptionist for Dr. Buke, and worked at in Crestwood Memorial Cemetery, Grand Church. Herbert; daughters, Loyala Grahn, Rosann Survivors include her husband, Milton Salt Creek Credit Union for 20 years. Blanc, Mich. Knopp, Charie Hall and Janie Pauls; 16 J.; daughter, Anne E. Afton; and two grand- The Grosboll family includes Tammy and grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and POTTINGER IV, George “Dickie” D., age children. Steve Norton of Camas, Wash.; Debbie and four great-great-grandchildren. 48; born June 22, 1959, in Milwaukee, Memorial services were conducted in Charles Shadel of Willowbrook, Ill.; three Funeral services were conducted by Pas- Wis.; died Dec. 17, 2007, in Milwaukee. Bowling Green by Pastor Terry Carmichael grandchildren; and one step-grandchild. tor William Ochs, and interment was in Sand He was a member of the Sharon Church, (A second memorial service will be held in Weddings Prairie Cemetery, Richland Center, Wis. Milwaukee. the Oxford Church on June 29.), and inurn- Survivors include his wife, Anita (Tay- ment was in Oxford Cemetery. Chandra J.N. Hall and Michael R. Weber KINDER, Cecil O., age 93; born June 5, lor); sons, Thomas, Jemaine, Dwight and SZMANDA, Charles A., age 82; born May were married May 20, 2007, in Plymouth, 1914, in Hastings, Okla.; died Dec. 31, George V; daughter, Rochelle Pottinger; fa- 18, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wis.; died Oct. 27, Mich. The ceremony was performed by Pas- 2007, in Marshall, Texas. He has been a ther, Dallas; mother, Dorothy J.Que (Hicks) 2007, in Greeneville, Tenn. He was a mem- tor Gene Hall. member of the Lafayette, Ft. Wayne and Laurence; brothers, Darius, Derwin, Pierre ber of the Stevens Point (Wis.) Church. Chandra is the daughter of Gene and Hammond (Ind.) Churches. and Franchot; half brother, Dion Laurence; Survivors include his wife, Florence Cindy Hall of Jackson, Mich., and Michael Survivors include his daughter, Cecilia sisters, Debra, Donna, Terri, Lori and Denise (Kaczmarski); daughters, Kathy Frost and Kinder-Plata; and two grandchildren. Pottinger; and ten grandchildren. is the son of Bruce and Gale Weber of Karen Houghton; brother, Ray; sister, Ruth Memorial services were conducted by Funeral services were conducted by El- South Lyon, Mich. Cinquemani; four grandchildren; and one Elder J. Clyde Kinder, and inurnment was in der Eric Bell, and interment was in Grace- The Webers are making their home in great-grandchild. Berea Cemetery, Jefferson, Texas. land Cemetery, Milwaukee. Holt, Mich. Funeral services were conducted by Pas- tor Steve Poenitz, and entombment was in Obituaries LAURENCE, Qudeleous, age 76; born May RICHARDSON, Marguerite “Mickey” H. 1, 1931, in South Bend, Ind.; died Jan. 19, (Preston), age 80; born Mar. 10, 1927, in Greene Lawn Mausoleum, Greeneville. ALFORD, Anna J. (Tillapaugh), age 100; 2008, in Milwaukee, Wis. He was a mem- Minneapolis, Minn.; died Jan. 1, 2008, in WHEATLEY, Boyd L., age 88; born July 10, born Mar. 15, 1907, in Walloon Lake, ber of the Sharon Church, Milwaukee. Macomb, Mich. She was a member of the 1919, in Atlantic, Iowa; died Dec. 7, 2007, Mich.; died May 8, 2007, in Midland, Survivors include his wife, Dorothy “Kit- Blue Water Church, Marysville, Mich. in Rock Island, Ill. He was a member of the Mich. She was a member of the Midland ten” (Hicks) Laurence; sons, Pierre, Jaques, Survivors include her husband, Donald Moline (Ill.) Church. Church. Derwin, Darius and Franchot Pottinger, and G.; sons, Gary P. and Dana G.; daughters, Survivors include his wife, Martha (Mc- Survivors include her sons, James Al- Dion Laurence; daughters, Denise, Debra, Lorraine M. Ziemba, Janice E. Sutton, Leigh Cormick); sons, Miles and David; daughter, fred and William Alford; daughter, Ruthella Donna and Sabrina Pottinger; brothers, E. Dimond and Marjorie L. Donnelly; 11 Karen Hirsch; 15 grandchildren; and 29 McDonald; seven grandchildren; 13 great- Parker and Floyd; and 34 grandchildren. grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. great-grandchildren. grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grand- Funeral services were conducted by Funeral services were conducted by Funeral services were conducted by children. Pastor Eric Bell, and interment was in Pastor Chris Ames, and inurnment was in Pastor Tony Hunter, and interment was in Funeral services were conducted by Pas- Graceland Cemetery, Milwaukee. Oaklawn Cemetery, Algonac, Mich. Rosedale Cemetery, Cambridge, Ill.

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Illinois information welcome. For communi- cation purposes, we need your e-mail God’s Healing Love Seminar, sponsored addresses. Send them to scross@ by Downers Grove Seventh-day Adven- broadviewacademy.org, or call Shona tist Church, will be held Apr. 5. Feelings Cross at 630-677-4387. of worthlessness, illegitimate guilt, the inability to forgive, bitterness, resent- Indiana ment, dependency—these battles rage God’s Blueprint Seminar, presented by within our minds. We may think these Carmelo Mercado, vice president of are private battles, but they are part the Lake Union Conference, is Apr. of a much larger picture. Find out how 4–5 at the Spencer Church, 1770 God has provided healing for our frac- State Road 43 South. This seminar is tured lives. Our speaker for this FREE based on Mercado’s personal journey all-day seminar is Dr. Timothy Jennings, of pastoring for more than 20 years a board certified Christian psychiatrist. and what he gradually discovered to Topics include: “The Mind—God’s De- be God’s blueprint on how to fulfill the sign”; “Law of Love and Liberty”; “A Great Commission as given in Matt. Fix for Failing Families”; “Demolish- 28, and how this blueprint was ap- ing Satan’s Strongholds”; “Depres- plied in early Adventist history, and sion”; “Forgiveness”; and “The Mind what we can do to reintegrate that Restored.” For more information or to blueprint in a local church in the 21st register, call 630-910-0579 or visit century. He will speak at 7:00 p.m. made for church revitalization will be unitedagy.com. You may go directly www.dgsda.org. Fri., 11:00 a.m. Sabbath and at 2:00 shared. Make your reservation by call- to the registration forms at https:// ing Sheri DeWitt at 317-844-6201 Attention all high school students in the p.m. Sabbath afternoon. Bring food indc.netadventist.org/local/editor/ for a potluck lunch. For additional or e-mail [email protected]. There Chicagoland Area! Hinsdale Adventist IJAgolf08.pdf. information, contact Dean Whitlow, is also an online reservation form at Academy is hosting a 30 hour famine Legal Notice: Notice is hereby given pastor of the Spencer Church, at 812- www.indysda.org. for World Vision’s fight against hunger. 829-2507 or by e-mail at dwhitlow@ that a regular Quadrennial Session The event will be held at Hinsdale Indiana Academy Days: All students in hughes.net. of the Indiana Conference of Sev- Adventist Academy and will begin at grades 8–11 are invited to Indiana enth-day Adventists will be held in the 3:00 p.m. on Apr. 25 and go until 9:00 Women’s Ministries One-day Spring Re- Academy Days, Apr. 20–21, to meet Chapel building at Indiana Academy, p.m. on the 26th. For information treat is Apr. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3:00 staff and students, and experience an Route 19, Cicero, Ind., on Sun., May packet or to make a reservation, call p.m. Featured speakers are Rosa awesome educational opportunity! 18, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Duly accred- Pastor Frederick at 630-323-9211. Morales who works with her husband For registration information, call Bill ited delegates and delegates-at-large Justo as Illinois Conference Hispanic Hicks, vice principal and development Broadview Academy Alumni Association is will be authorized to receive reports; coordinators, and Terri Fivash, author director, at 317-984-3575, or Beth alive and well! Our school still binds us elect a conference president, secre- of Joseph and Ruth & Boaz. The fee Bartlett, registrar, at 317-984-3575, together! Broadview Academy Alumni tary-treasurer, departmental directors, per person covers all program supply or e-mail [email protected]. Weekend is the first weekend of May. It a Conference Executive Committee, a expenses, registration and Sabbath is going to be held at the North Aurora Golf Fundraiser: The fourth annual Indi- K-12 Board of Education, a Standing lunch. For registration information, Church school gymnasium, located at anapolis Junior Academy and Cicero Nominating Committee, and a Stand- call Julie Loucks at the Indiana Con- the corner of Mooseheart and Randall Elementary School golf outing is May ing Constitution and Bylaws Commit- ference at 317-844-6201. Roads in North Aurora. All alumni are 21 at Bear Slide Golf Club in Cicero. tee; to enact, amend, or repeal Bylaws encouraged to attend. Mark your cal- Lay Training Seminar is Apr. 18–19 at Tim- The format will be a four-man best and vote recommended changes to endars. Call your classmates and start ber Ridge Camp where the sound of ball tournament. Proceeds will ben- the constitution for the Indiana Con- planning for this weekend now. Honor evangelism and growth will resonate efit the two schools. You can support ference and Indiana Academy; and classes: 1948, ‘58, ‘68, ‘78, ‘83, ‘88 throughout the entire session. Various this event in many ways even if you do to issue credentials and licenses for and ‘98. Friday night Vespers, Sab- initiatives will be laid out and areas not play golf. Sign up before May 1 the ensuing four years. Delegates will bath school and Church. All ideas and where significant effort needs to be by e-mailing Mark Fogg at mark.fogg@ transact such other business as may

Visit www.LakeUnionHerald.org Lake Union Hera l d • April 2008 | 35 Announcements properly come before the delegation. Special Days program at the academy following Shenandoah Valley Academy invites you Each church will be entitled to one Apr 5 Missionary Magazines vespers. (Food will be sold.) Honor to join in celebrating 100 years of delegate for the church organization (Signs, Message, El classes this year are: 1928, ‘38, ‘48, history Apr. 18–20. Centennial Cel- Centinela, La Sentinelle) and one additional delegate for each ‘58, ‘68, ‘78, ‘83, ‘88 and ‘98. ebration events include a golf tourna- 25 members or major fraction thereof. Apr 12 Stewardship Sabbath ment; George Akers as the Fri. vespers The Organizing Committee will meet Apr 19 Literature Evangelism Sabbath “Ye Olde” Cedar Lake Academy Alumni speaker; Karl Haffner speaking for the the same day, Sun., May 18, 2008, at Apr 26 Education Sabbath Reunion will take place June 12–15 for 9:00 a.m., at Indiana Academy. alumni and warmly welcomed school- worship service; an alumni choir re- Professional Training for Local Church Gary Thurber, president mates of 1958 and earlier on the cam- union concert with Waldemar Wensell Elders to be held Sabbath, Apr. 5, George Crumley, secretary-treasurer pus of Great Lakes Adventist Academy as director; a Christian music festival 3:30–7:00 p.m., at Pioneer Memorial (formerly CLA). Honor classes: 1928, featuring various groups; Mike Mes- Legal Notice: Notice is hereby given Church on the campus of Andrews ‘38, ‘48 and ‘58. Worship hour speak- nard presenting a children’s concert; that a regular Quadrennial Session of University, 400 University Blvd., Ber- er: Fritz Guy (‘48). For further informa- alumni basketball; a benefit brunch the members of the Indiana Associa- rien Springs, Mich. All local church tion, call the GLAA Alumni office at on Sun. and an alumni soccer game. tion of Seventh-day Adventists, Inc., a elders and spouses, plus laity leaders 989-427-5181, or visit www.GLAA.net. For more information, call SVA at corporation, will be held in connection are invited to participate in a dynamic Please do pass the good word. with the Quadrennial Session of the training event hosted by the General 540-740-2202, or visit website www. Indiana Conference of Seventh-day Conference Ministerial Association to North American Division shenandoahvalleyacademy.org. Adventists at Indiana Academy, Route enhance the effectiveness of church Exclusively for Home Schoolers: You are 19, Cicero, Ind., on Sun., May 18, 2008. leaders. This event is free of charge. The Madison (Tenn.) Academy Class of personally invited to preview Union The first meeting of the Association will For more information, contact Ricar- 1958 would like to invite all class- College in Lincoln, Neb., during Home be called to order at approximately do Bacchus at 301-680-6514 or by mates, family, friends and faculty School Sneak Peek, Apr. 17–20. It’s 1:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting e-mail at [email protected]. to a reunion at Indian Creek Camp FREE (call for details). Experience is to elect a board of directors for the Union’s unique spirit. Reserve your in Tenn., Apr. 24–28. For more infor- ensuing quadrennial term, to restate Michigan place today. Call 800-228-4600, e- mation, contact Myrna Ferguson at and amend the Articles of Incorpora- Michigan Youth Rally 2008: The annual mail [email protected], or visit 208-939-6568 or e-mail myfer40@ tion and Bylaws, and to transact such West Michigan Youth Rally will be www.ucollege.edu/sneakpeek. msn.com. other business as may properly come held in Grand Rapids the weekend before the delegates. Delegates of the of Apr. 18–19. Join us for a weekend Quadrennial Session of the Indiana of revival and spiritual advancement. Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Our speakers include Pastor Keith are likewise delegates to the Associa- Gray, Alden Ho, Pastor Jason North, tion meeting. Pastor Willie Iwankiw, Elder Dane Gary Thurber, president Griffin and musical guest Jeremy Hall. Gary Case, secretary Free lunch will be provided to all reg- Lake Region istrants; free rally T-shirts for the first 100 registrants. Visit our website at Fourth Annual Swordbearer Path- www.westmichiganyouthrally.com to finder Honor’s Retreat will be held at register and for more information. Camp Wagner, Cassopolis, Mich., May 2–4. All pathfinder clubs are invited to Battle Creek Academy’s Alumni Reunion is participate in a weekend full of honor scheduled for Apr. 25–27. The weekend instruction, worship services, Chris- will include: golf outing on Fri. morn- tian drama and other fun-filled activi- ing at 10:00 a.m. at the Yarros Golf ties! Registration is limited so please Club; musical Fri. night vespers at register by Apr. 1. For more informa- 8:00 p.m.; Sabbath church service tion, call Angie at 313-915-8758, or with Lake Union Conference presi- Teresa at 313-283-7775. dent, Walter Wright; potluck lunch in the BCA gym at approximately 1:00 Lake Union p.m. (If you have a dish to share, drop Offerings it off at the cafeteria before church.); Apr 5 Local Church Budget Sabbath evening vespers by alumnus Apr 12 Christian Record Services Buddy Houghtaling (‘77) & Friends Apr 19 Local Church Budget at 7:00 p.m. in the BCA Tabernacle; Apr 26 Local Conference Advance and our Picnic-n-Pops academy band

36 | April 2008 • Lake Union Hera l d The Lake Union Herald is available online. Announcements La Sierra Academy ‘08 Alumni Weekend [email protected] (pre- will be held Apr. 26–27 on LSA cam- ferred method). Or phone your order pus. Speakers: Steve Blue and Jack- to 1-740-397-4665, ext. 165. The son Gingles. Honor Class reunions. ticket order deadline is Fri., May 2, Golf Tournament on Sun. For more at noon, provided tickets are still details, call 951-351-1445 ext. 210, available. or check website www.lsak12.com. Oakwood Aeolians Alumni Reunion: 150-Year Anniversary Celebration of Ellen Cruise with the Aeolians with Alma White’s “The Great Controversy Vision”: Blackmon to Cozumel, Mexico, June Make plans to come to Dayton, Ohio, 19–23. For more information, see our for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration on website at www.aeolianalumni.org, or May 10. This historical anniversary cel- contact Tanja Spohn at Tanja@Classic ebration will take place in Kettering, WorldTravel.com, or call her at 800- Ohio, on the lawn behind the Ketter- 777-9529 (Eastern Time). Prices are subject to change. ing Adventist Church. The youth/young adult division will meet in the Ketter- Eagle (Idaho) Seventh-day Adventist ing Church auditorium. For more in- Church invites all members (past and formation, visit www.ohioadventist. present), family and friends to the org/article/php?id=134. Lunch will 100th Anniversary of its organization, be provided. Free lunch meal tickets Fri. and Sabbath, July 25 and 26, 538 are available. The first 3,000 ticket West State St., Eagle. For more infor- orders will be honored. There is no mation, contact Myrna Ferguson at limit to the number of tickets for a 208-939-6568 or e-mail myfer40@ family or group. E-mail your order to msn.com.

PARTNERSHIP ecently, I’ve had the opportunity to in our relationship. I had never been as chal- Rmentor a few students on the cam- lenged, encouraged or frustrated by anyone. pus of Andrews University. What a privilege and He seemed to be able to look inside and draw with GOD awesome responsibility. For me, the classroom out talent and potential that I didn’t even provides an opportunity to peer into the world know existed. …to Mentor of youth culture. That and being a volunteer Jon gave me a rather unusual and priceless by Gary Burns coach and bus driver have allowed me to be gift—one that has had a profound impact on an “unnoticed” observer—kind of like sitting in my life. After happily meeting all the criteria a duck blind. Every once in a while, a student necessary to get a perfect “A” and more, he comes within mentor range. gave me a “B.” Of course I asked him why. He I’m not sure what precipitates this relation- responded matter-of-factly, “You held back. ship or if there is really any criteria or formula. You did not reach your full potential. I graded I suppose it may be the result of providence. you against yourself.” He was right. Something moves me and/or them to initiate I thank God that Jon was moved to take a bond of nurture. me on—to mentor me in partnership with my I owe my present media ministry to an in- Creator. We can all thank Jon, for in many ways credible mentor. We all liked Jon Albee—this the Lake Union Herald is a reflection of his committed, young, creative, out-of-the-box dedication and creativity, and his willingness teacher of writing, drama and television pro- to mentor me. duction. But something exceptional formed Gary Burns is the communication director of the Lake Union Conference.

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am a deciduous tree, and my educational experience is in the winter season. My leaves are gone—thus, I feel naked and exposed to the elements of uncertainty. I feel more vulnerable toward my uninhabited and currently vague future than in the past. Initially, my fresh, green leaves of certainty budded as a result of the sunshine of enlight- Ienment that God provided when He revealed the primary purpose of my life—spring had then arrived. The confirmation that I was in the right place as a communication and religion major strengthened as I sat through each class and was able to visualize and connect the essence of each course with my soon-coming future as a pastor—this was the summer season.

Then my leaves of certainty started to change color. pastoral ministry is beyond preaching and exegetical study, In the clear-cut path to my future mission and career that but includes counseling, teaching, facilitating, guiding, re- I believe God paved loomed obstacles that blocked the proving and loving a group of people, and then teaching transparency of my journey. I originally thought being a them to do the same—this can only be done effectively as a communication major merely functioned as a tool to en- competent communicator. hance my potential as a future pastor, but the more classes I can truly say this has positively influenced my role as I took the more complicated the purpose and function for religious vice president of the Andrews University Student my communication major became. Association (AUSA). It is the communication side of my My communication education has allowed me to realize academic program that has afforded me the creativity to that there is so much more that I need to learn about connect with our students in a unique manner through myself and others, and how they are the gateway our AUSA Friday evening vespers and annual Stu- for true reflection of who I really am and what dent Week of Spiritual Emphasis, and this year I can decide to be—God being the ultimate we historically invited other religious vice presi- Other. Since I am also a religion major (I re- dents from our sister schools to participate in fuse to limit God to just a church or chaplain- this Spirit-filled week that prompted our stu- cy), one would expect me to write more on dents to reflect and react to the theme, “What’s this “theological” portion of my academic in Your Hand?” God has provided me with His program. However, it’s ironic that it Spirit, creativity and interpersonal skill. is my communication major He has given me a burden for the sal- that has thus far tested and vation of our students and passion challenged the valid- to reach them where they are. I ity of my divine calling can feel those leaves of certainty and the sincerity that I returning. Springtime is around have put forth toward the corner. this consecrated goal. Christopher Bartley is a communication Then again, it is not major at Andrews University and religious vice president of the Student as ironic as it seems, for Association.

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James Fox [email protected] ment, not a substitution for each student’s individual time with God.” CORRESPONDENTS Adventist Midwest Health...... Julie Busch [email protected] Andrews University...... Keri Suarez [email protected] Miriam Sanchez, 23, is the daughter of Ernesto and Rosa San- Illinois...... Ken Denslow [email protected] Indiana...... Judith Yeoman [email protected] chez of Chicago, Ill. Her family moved to the United States from Lake Region ...... Ray Young [email protected] the Dominican Republic in 1995. Miriam remembers that her Lake Union...... Bruce Babienco [email protected] Michigan...... Jody Murphy [email protected] father said, “If you forget where you came from, we will return to Wisconsin...... Kitty Crary [email protected] Santo Domingo!” LAKE UNION CONFERENCE DEPARTMENTS Miriam is a junior nursing major at Andrews University. “What Box C, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 | (269) 473-8200 Miriam Sanchez President...... 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