BRITISH ADVENT

Church Paper of the British Union Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists

This issue includes ENCOUNTER Volume Eighty-One Number Seven April 2, 1976

CURRIE CAMPAIGN IN NEWTON'S TOWN

Report by PASTOR R. D. VINE, Editor

in Newton's historic hometown of Gran- exceed that of our own members. tham, SDAs are doing just what that They have enjoyed preliminary ses- celebrated scientist envisaged and de- sions of scenic slides outstanding for clared. They are publicly presenting the their composition and quality (Pastor manifold prophecies of Holy Scriptures Currie courageously dumps 'duds') . as proof, firstly, of the Bible's unique Above all they have thrilled to the ac- inspiration; and secondly, of the Bible's curacy of prophetic truth, so clearly vital relevancy for today. articulated by the preacher, and impres- Since September 22, 1975, New sively illustrated by slides and charts. Zealander Pastor David Currie, British In touring the world, Pastor Currie has Union evangelist, has delivered out- certainly acquired an armoury of bib- standing presentations every Monc14.y lically orientated slides representing a night to capacity congregations in our formidable amount of preliminary home- own SDA church. Non-member attend- work, and which powerfully dispels the ance has never failed substantially to arguments of the critics.

THE TIMES FRIDAY MARCH 12 1976

Pastor David Currie with his camera which he has so effectively put to evangelistic use. Right: The Taylor Quintet as they appeared in 'The Times'. RANTHAM'S most illustrious son, Sir Isaac Newton (1643- G 1727) , has also been acclaimed the world's greatest scientist. His dis- covery of calculus, the binomial theorem, the laws of motion, the laws relating to mechanics, to physical optics, etc., estab- lished him as a scientific and math- ematic titan, and also as the bane (in this writer's days) of non-mathematic- ally-minded schoolboys and even girls. What is not generally known is that Newton was a devout Christian, and a great writer on Bible prophecy—note- worthy is his Observations Upon the Prophecies of Daniel and the Apocalypse of St. John. It was Newton, the Granthamian, who claimed: 'In the time of the end, a body of men will be raised up who will turn their attention to the pro- phecies, and insist upon their literal interpretation' (Quoted in Prophetic Faith of Our Fathers, vol. 3, page 611, by Dr. L. E. Froom). Three hundred years later, with this riven world on the threshold of eternity, The Taylor String Quartet, from Michigan, practising at Wigmore Hall yesterday before their London debut. At the piano is Professor Morris Taylor, father of (from left) Lyndon. Leonard. Lowell and Lucille.

This on-going effort proves the myth of Britain's so-called secularism. Decline OBSERVATIONS in church-going is largely due, not so UPON THE NORTH BRITISH .1-1 much to positive rejection of Christian- CONFERENCE 12 ity, as to failure of Christendom to pre- PROPHECIES sent a credible or relevant message. Pleasing aspect of the Currie cam- 0 F President: K. A. ELIAS paign has been the many expressions of surprise and appreciation by non- D ANIE L, member friends. AND THE 'First-fruits' were harvested on Mon- APOCALYPSE NORTH-EAST day, March 8th, when eight were bap- tized—some from nearby Nottingham. 0 F LINCOLNSHIRE NEWS On that historic night, thirty-two people St. y 0 H N. signed dedication cards signifying desire to be baptized or to enrich their grasp SOME may be wondering how the work of truth by further study. In Two PARTS. of God progresses in this part of the On that happy occasion, as on the country which witnessed some of the By Sir ISAAC NEWTON. previous Saturday night, the Taylor earliest work of our movement. The first Quintet enhanced the pleasure of a Adventist church in England, built in L 0 ND 0 N, 1884 at Ulceby, was full to capacity on packed congregation, with their ex- Printed by I. DA RIR' and T. Hiroo a in BarthalmatClaft. And Sold by J. Roa a it I' a in Waaaritk-lonr, J. Ton ton in the a very happy day last autumn, when two quisite playing of elevating classical Strand, W. IN ors and R. MANNY at the Weft End of Sr. Pool's Cbarth-Tard, J. I:reboil,/ and T. LoNOki A N i Parr- ladies were buried in the waters of bap- music: Dr. Morris Taylor on the piano Neer-Row, J. Noon near Mercer, Chapel in Cbaspfidr, T. HATCnar y at the Rayal Extbaagt, S. HARDING in S4 tism and rose to walk with Jesus in —his pianist wife, too, and the four Mantyls lam, J. STAGG in WtibnivIer-Hall, J. Po as La in Pali-mall, and J. Batirorr r in Neu Band-firer,. newness of life: Sister Eileen Byrne de- children: Leonard (18), first violin; m.occxxxin. Lyndon (14), violin; Lowell (17), cello; cided on this step after coming in touch and Lucille (19), viola. with the Advent message through the Later that week they gave a concert Title page of Sir Isaac Newton's commentary on friendship of Grimsby churchmembers; at London's prestigious Wigmore Hall Daniel and Revelation. (From The Stanborough and Sister Wilkinson who, after the sad (see illustration of cutting from The - Press library.) loss of her husband, began to study the Times). This Adventist family from dith, the lovely singing of its special Bible more deeply and wanted to fol- Michigan, USA, testified that their min- quartet and trio, and others. low her Lord all the way. Both were istry of music is constrained by love of Your prayers are requested for the received into the fellowship of the Grimsby church and are actively seeking Christ and desire to glorify Him. evangelist and his associates, David We should here mention the regular Robertson and Richard Cooper; and for to further the work of the Lord. Pastor ministry of song rendered by Grantham's the many non-SDA friends still attend- J. Freeman had the privilege of bap- own choir under Sister Violette Mere- ing the Grantham church campaign. tizing these new members and our spec- ial visitor for this service was Brother W. J. Griffiths. The first British Adventist printing press was in Grimsby, so it is fitting that the printed page be used much in our newpoo flWJ$IE efforts to finish God's work in this large P area. Our church in Grimsby is one of our smaller groups, but each week many copies of our magazines are placed in TWO GOOD WORKERS homes and then calls are made to see if any interest is shown. In the last GONE WEST three years thousands of homes have THE new cafeteria, the organ platform, been visited and well over a hundred the salesroom, and the principal's office families have been reading our litera- —just some of the parts of Newbold ture regularly. We- hope to see many which Ken Hayes has either built or more finding fellowship with us as a result of this work which Brother D. altered. For the last eight years Ken Ken Hayes says good-bye to fellow maintenance has been on the staff at Newbold build- man David Throssell. Below: Megan Hayes issuing Chapman first envisaged and financed, ing and maintaining the college prop a library book to Lorna Blackburn. and the members have enthusiastically erty. supported by their time and effort. His wife, Megan, has worked in the A happy aspect of our church life is library for four years, been treasurer at the group of children who faithfully the church sdidol for six, catered for attend. Sabbath is an enjoyable day for summer school one year, and as a wed- them, especially in the summer with a ding caterer given more than one young weekly programme of picnics in the couple a well-fed start to married life. lovely Lincolnshire Wolds or sheltered It is obvious then that the March seaside spots. Study of birds, flowers, departure of this widely talented couple and trees on these occasions prepared for Broomhill House to act as warden them for Investiture on January 31st. and hostess leaves a considerable gap in We appreciated having Pastor Stuart Newbold's work force. At Broomhill, Ware and his family with us for this Ken, of course, will be building again service. After he had invested 6 Busy —this time twelve bedrooms and an Bees, 6 Builders, and 1 Friend, Pastor extension to the dining room Ware's message reminded us of the two 'Eventually,' he told me, 'I'll be re- Newbold will certainly miss the Hayes' runners sent to David who waited sponsible for the garden as well.' Megan good humour and good work. We know anxiously for news of his son, we re- will have her work cut out catering for that they have the qualities to build solved to make sure that we in Grimsby the domestic side of conferences at up Broomhill in more ways than one. would 'run' bearing the-Gospel tidings Broomhill. HELEN PEARSON that everybody needs. PR SECRETARY 2 CAMP HILL'S GOOD NEWS YEs—we do not hesitate to call it 'Good Historic Picture Gallery News'. If the joybells ring out in heaven, and the angels sing over one person who gives his or her life to Jesus, then Camp Hill church feel privileged to join them. This we did in a combined baptism held on Sabbath afternoon, January 17th. Pastor L. P. Anderson was joined for the occasion by Pastor Robinson from the Chelmsley Wood and Yardley churches, together with members from both. Nine young people were baptized by Pastor Anderson, and one was added by vote. They were then welcomed into the Camp Hill church. This was the result of joint efforts by ministry, Bible worker (Mrs. 0. McIntyre), members, and especially our 1923 GRADUATES OF STANBOROUGH MISSIONARY COLLEGE (predecessor of Newbold College), Watford. Ladies (from left): Gladys Lister, J. Teaiby, ?, Miss Anderson, Olive Davies (Bible Instructor own young people led by Brother R. for many years), Miss Masender, Miss Basher, Winifred Willis (church school teacher). Men (from Morgan (youth leader). left): George D. King (president, publishing leader, missionary, etc.), *H. K. Munson (minister), *Andrew Barr, *John G. Bevan (minister), Robert S. Joyce (president of North and South England, Pastor Robinson baptized a husband evangelist, president In USA), *Ronald Freeth (minister), *Edwin G. Essery (pastor, doctor, mission- and wife who will be joining the ary). 'Known to be alive. Dr. Essery is still serving as missionary doctor in West Africa. Chelmsley Wood church. Picture supplied by Pastor H. K. Munson At the close of the service an invita- tion was extended to those who wished seriously to consider this step, to come forward and write down their names. Fourteen readily did so. We pray that SOUTH ENGLAND God will bless each one of them as they seek to work and serve Him in the CONFERENCE future days. MRS. DOROTHY CABBIN Assistant Church Clerk President: DONALD LOWE

LEWISHAM'S CHRISTIAN Sitting (from left): Victor Ducker, Raymond Pierre, HOME COUNCIL Graham Anderson, Beverley Harvey. Standing: Pastors L. P. Anderson, K. A. Elias, and Sister 0. McIntyre. DURING 1975 Lewisham church has con- ERDINGTON'S tinued to hold regular Christian Home Council meetings. These have proved `MOST THRILLING DAY' a great §uccess, the speakers being well Sucx was the lovely autumn day of the versed in their subjects. Autumn visitors included Pastor K. H. Gammon, British NONAGENARIAN ELDER baptismal service, with President K. A. Elias officiating, accompanied by our Union Conference lay activities secre- tary, with his timely subject: Christian BROTHER ARTHUR Moss of the Manches- minister, Pastor L. P. Anderson, who ter church celebrated his 90th anniver- actually baptized. Our pastor expressed Home Budgeting and Finance'. His sary on January 9th. In former years he deep pleasure to the baptismal candi- hearers felt much better informed after served as a Salford city councillor, and dates, and gratitude to Sister 0. Mc- listening to his guidance on a topic so when employed in the city engineer's Intyre who had thoroughly explained relevant in days fraught with economic department he had the distinction of to the candidates the cardinal truths of troubles and hardship. Another popular putting in the first peg marking out the Word of God. speaker was Pastor Ted Pettit, whose what has since become the famous President Elias presented the message, subject was that of Gospel literature. An Wythenshawe estate. retelling the story of Jesus' baptism interesting study gave us considerable Many years of loyal public service en- when His Heavenly Father said to Him: insight on this most important aspect sued, but without doubt his greatest 'This is my beloved Son in whom I am of the work of the Church. It is planned satisfaction was experienced when he well pleased.' Similarly to the faithful to continue the Home Council pro- heard the truths of the Advent message today, God says: 'You are my beloved gramme on varied• topics throughout unfolded by Pastor K. Lacey during his son/daughter in whom I am well this year as they are so beneficial to 1957/58 campaign in the Palace Theatre pleased.' Pastor Elias affirmed: 'We must both young and older members. and the Friend's Meeting House. At one realize that we need the presence of NORMA TURNER of these meetings a certain Miss Shoe- the Holy Spirit in our lives to confirm PR Secretary smith occupied the seat next to him and us as genuine children of God.' He shared her Bible with him. She later concluded: 'The decision to follow Jesus became his wife after they had both will assure an entrance into the King- READING CLINIC accepted the message and been baptized dom of God.' in 1958. The four candidates included Pastor AT 7.30 P.M. on Monday, February 23, Upon the formation of the Manchester Anderson's son, Graham. In extending 1976, in the youth hall at the rear of North church, Brother Moss became one the right hand of fellowship, our elder, the Reading Seventh•day Adventist of the charter members and church Brother B. Thompson, gave the candi- church, Pastor B. Kinman with the as- elder, and is happy in his continued dates a book as a helpful and lasting sistance of Dr. Clemency Mitchell held service in an honorary capacity. memento. a 5-day anti-smoking clinic. PR SECRETARY Miss M. E. LYNCH Six people turned up for the clinic, 3 Left: Sister Maureen Taylor gives a practical demonstration at the Cradle Roll workshop. Centre: Brother Gordon Cl.., church elder from Leeds, explains some of Ms teaching aids. Right: Sherard Wilson (right) head of the Leeds church school, and his wife Shells (third from tight) demonstrates teaching equipment. Photos: Stuart Ware

Sabbath School Seminar Sets Pace for Future

OVER the years Eastwood Grange in preparing material. Some of them were and Earliteen Divisions. These have Derbyshire has been the venue of many able to be present this weekend and now been planned as follows: special weekends organized by our de- participated in some of the sessions, MIDLANDS — (November 14th at the nomination. However, the weekend of especially the Workshops on Sunday. West Bromwich church) February 13-15th is of special signifi- Sherard and Sheila Wilson of Leeds SCOTLAND — (November 21st at the cance in that it marks the beginning of presented their ideas and passed on a Glasgow church) a new era for our Sabbath school work great deal of helpful information to NORTH OF ENGLAND — (December 5th in the North British Conference. What the Primary group. Brother Clee, Leeds at Leeds school). was most encouraging was the spirit in elder, nobly assisted by his wife, demon- 2. To revitalize the adult lesson study which the fifty delegates including S.S strated some of his equipment and gave class and give consideration to moving leaders, teachers, and secretaries en- excellent illustrations of how to reach it from the teacher/class concept to- tered into the discussions and activities juniors. Then there was Sister Maureen wards a leader/discussion concept. It of the weekend. Taylor from Bradford who showed to is hoped that this will encourage The writer greatly appreciates the the Cradle Roll Group how she began greater member participation and a help the visiting speakers gave during to build up her equipment and know- deeper study of the Word on behalf the Seminar. Pastor K. A. Elias, North how from scratch. Brother Bernard of the individual. There will be three British Conference president, led out Thompson, elder from Erdington, ex- meetings early next year in the Mid- in the overall church programme. Pastor plained the importance of the Sabbath lands, North of England, and Scotland Paul Sundquist, Northern Europe-West school secretary/treasurer. to discuss this further. Sabbath school Africa Division Sabbath school director, Both delegates and speakers worked delegates to the next Conference-wide dealt with such subjects as the Sabbath extremely hard throughout the week- seminar (Eastwood Grange, Novem- school organization and evangelism, as end. Everyone went away with their ber 25-27, 1977) will then be able to well as giving us spiritual food for minds crammed with ideas—and it was bring their findings to some con- thought throughout the weekend. Be- noted that a few went away with sore clusion. sides participating in other sessions heads! 3. To improve programmes and teach- Pastor D. C. Uffindell, British Union Now what results from this Seminar ing helps for all divisions geared Sabbath school director, was particu- is that there is a much-needed 'wind of specifically towards this country. larly helpful in discussions regarding change' blowing through our Sabbath aspects of the adult division of the schools in this conference, with a re- 4. In the area of evangelism we have Sabbath school. newed interest in all aspects of this 'set a goal for 1977/78 of a Sabbath What is encouraging to the writer is work. school membership of 5,500, with ten the growing number of laymen who are The practical suggestions, which the new branch Sabbath schools and ten taking a serious interest in Sabbath writer is now working on were: Holiday Bible Schools per year. school work, and who spend much of 1. Specialized Workshops for the Cradle STUART R. WARE their spare time in research and in Roll, Kindergarten, Primary, Junior NBC Sabbath School Director

fifteen other people who said they were CROSCOMBE'S Elias and the Rector of Croscombe, the coming were stricken with flu. Rev. Neville Jacobs, became acquainted, When the course was completed, one BREAKTHROUGH and a rapport was quickly established. of the partakers, a salesman, said that Pastor Elias was moved to invite Mr. he had smoked cigarettes for over forty A RECENT weekend will long be remem- Jacobs to take the pulpit at our church years and at last he had 'kicked the bered by the members of Croscombe in the Sabbath morning preceding the habit'. church, not only as one of unprece- Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Those who completed the course are dented experience in the church's his- and this was gladly accepted. now engaged in a follow-up programme, tory, but of unique privilege and bless- As a prelude to his inspiring address, based on our eating habits, under the ing. Truly God accomplishes His pur- Mr. Jacobs told how this invitation had guidance of Dr. Clemency Mitchell. pose in 'mysterious ways'. enabled him to unburden a troubled The fifteen flu victims have requested For a while the Croscombe Senior conscience of four years' duration. He that when another clinic is held they Citizens' meetings had been held in the had long been under the• conviction, he would like to attend. J. H. HEMMING Advent Youth Hall, and it was at their said, that he should make some ap- PR Secretary Christmas party that Pastor Dalbert proach to us, but did not quite know (to page 5 after Encounter) 4 INCOMITILI

Volume 37 Number 2, 1976

1975 has faded into history. It was to be the year, or so I was told by one, very sincere lady, when a certain momentous event was to occur. I wonder how Peter Knowles, who gave up a sparkling career with Wolverhampton Wanderers in LICE fl order to proclaim this message, is feeling now. Date-setting has not been confined to those outside our own Church. We have the prime example of it in the experience of William Miller and his interpretation of the 2,300-day prophecy. As recently as 1964 the hopes of some were raised by a temptation to 'date set' with the text, 'But as the days of Noe weir, so shall' also THIEF the coming of the Son of Man be.' Noah preached for a hundred and twenty years before the flood came. 1844 -I- 120 = 1964. Therefore . . . We steer away from explicit dates now, but we still sometimes indulge this desire by putting a deadline on the Lord's return. You know the way it goes— 'At the rate we're going, what with the eco-crisis, the population explosion, pol- If1THE itical instability, etc., I wouldn't give this world another ten years to last.' This is the way I thought ten years ago, but we are still here. One danger here is that it could quite easily cause a person who sees the more distressing aspects of life to passively accept and even to gloat over them as signs of the times, instead of throwing himself wholeheartedly into the struggle against them. noT Then we sometimes set up an elaborate timetable for the second coming of Christ and the events preceding it. The timetable gets cluttered because we find so much that has to take place before that event: the outpouring of the latter by John Williams rain, the shaking time, the time of trouble, the time of Jacob's trouble (if they are not the same thing) and still more. The proviso is made that the last move- ments will be rapid ones, but even so, if history has to make room for all this, then it must have a good few years yet to roll, and some of the urgency is lost both from the conduct of our own lives, and from the message that we have for others. Surely, the reason for our existence is the proclamation of a Saviour whose return is imminent. The more elaborate the timetable, the less the element of surprise and un- certainty concerning the time of Jesus' return. Yet in the Gospel this element is strong and inescapable, 'But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no not the angels of heaven, but my Father only." 'Watch therefore, for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.' 'Therefore, be ye also ready, for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.' 'But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night." Since the days of the apostles, many sensitive Christians have expected the return of the Lord within their own lifetimes. History has proved their expec- tations in terms of length of time to have been wrong, but was not their basic attitude right; to live every day firmly believing that it could be the last day of human history? To be waiting on the tiptoe of expectation, not passively or idly. 'Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season? Blessed is that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing." The attitude of the true Christian of today and of past ages is summed up in this parable. May we never be tempted to suggest, 'My lord delayeth his coming?' 1 Matt. 24 :37 ; 2 Matt. 24 :36; 3 Matt. 24:42 ; 4 Matt. 24 :44; 5 2 Peter 3 :10 ; • Matt. 24 :45, 46 ; 7 Matt. 24 :48.

AGAIN ALL EYES TURNED- One who died for you and who now lives? Who will respond to the call of A Sequel to A Centurion Spoke! Jesus to speak for Him now, and join those three worthies, boldly confessing 'SO YOU'RE 'IN the closing events of the crucifixion your faith in the Son of God? day, fresh evidence was given of the Submitted by C. Blackburn. NOT COMING fulfilment of prophecy, and new wit- ness borne to Christ's divinity. When TO NEWBOLD' the darkness had lifted from the cross, GOD'S EXTRAS and the Saviour's dying cry had been by Shirley Smith uttered, immediately another voice was PAUL WRIGHT'S twenty-year-old student heard, saying, "Truly this was the Son HAD He made the rose for beauty friend does not realize how fortunate alone, it would have been enough— he is to have lived in the atmosphere of God". 'These words were said in no whis- but He added delicate fragrance. If He of Newbold for thirteen years; and had made peaches simply for nourish- when he says that Newbold is not ful- pered tones. All eyes were turned to see whence they came. Who had ment, it would have sufficed—but He filling its obligations in several areas, added exquisite flavour. His gift of a he is criticizing his family and his spoken? It was the centurion, the Roman soldier. The divine patience of child brings untold joy—but He friends, indeed himself, as all are part added the wonder of soft baby skin. of the Adventist community there-- the Saviour, and His sudden death, with the cry of victory upon His lips, had To the tranquillity of a summer night remembering that Newbold is not made He added the sound of crickets; to the up of only the student body. impressed this heathen. . . . He could not refrain from confessing his faith. beauty of new-fallen snow He adds A Christian's life is his witness, any Thus again evidence was given that silence. time, in any place, and since there are our Redeemer was to see of the travail Yet these are but small tokens of hundreds of genuine Christians living of His soul. Upon the very day of His what He has in store. To be with Him temporarily or permanently at Newbold, death, three men, differing widely from throughout eternity would more than there cannot but be a strong witness one another, had declared their faith— fulfil our heart's desire—but He will for Christ around Newbold. he who commanded the Roman guards, add a mansion, a crown, the tree of I remember with great affection he who bore the cross of the Saviour, life, a country estate, lions and lambs student days of a few years ago, and and he who died upon the cross at feeding together, flowers that never if one desired there were ample oppor- His side' (The Desire of Ages, page fade, visits to other worlds, rapturous tunities for specific witness. Sabbath 770). music. . . . afternoon brought missionary activity Will you be a spokesman for the (From the Review and Herald) of one form or another such as door knocking with back numbers of Our Times, VOP leaflet distribution, or Sunshine Bands—singing hymns in Old Folks Homes or Geriatric wards. Each EGGS, WEBS AND material for the ultimate accomplish- Sunday canvassers left Newbold with ment of this important work. The truth-filled literature. Pastor Marter had CHARACTERS facilities, as well as 'Amazing grace' most of his 'Personal Evangelism' class are all 'on tap'. We form the character. giving Bible studies in local homes. I PATENTLY, the hen came first. Not the Jesus does not expect us to spin remember two youths from the nearby egg. Jesus doesn't make eggs. He makes webs or lay eggs. But He does expect Cliffords Dairies joining the Remnant hens. It is the hens that make and lay us to mould and fashion character. Nay, Church as a result of students working the eggs. In fact, in embryo, the we may become just as adept and there to earn their fees. entrails of a well-developed bird can skilful in our sphere as the 'humbler contain hundreds of eggs at any given creation' are in theirs. Then we add a The Christian life was a witness on time in the various stages of develop- little more often that other ingredient campus, too. Often the college year ment. which the lower creation do not concluded with the baptism of a Thus the egg-laying sorority can possess—namely faith. student or two, and a very important make all the eggs required both for And what better time to do it than factor was the strengthening of one's themselves and for the world. now. own faith so better equipping oneself With the same divine skill, Jesus 'Now is the accepted time' (2 Cor. for service. makes spiders. He doesn't make webs. 6:2). W. DowsoN More recently Newbold has branched The spider makes them. As soon as out into street witnessing and 'Gate' the Creator gives him life, he knows programmes, to name only two out- what to do, He makes webs! reach programmes of which I have Possessive of an apparently in- heard. Surely there will always be room exhaustible supply of silk and energy, for change and expansion in this field, the spider seems to say, 'Just leave it but it does not necessarily mean that to me, Lord. With all the skill You Newbold has not been fulfilling its have given me, and energy, I can do obligations. the job just as well!' There are many former students As we all know, this busy little throughout the Northern Europe - insect weaves, and toils and spins, West Africa Division, and further almost incessantly. He can make all afield, who owe much to Newbold, the webs he needs, and a great many and, while admitting that Newbold is more he doesn't need as well. not a perfect institution, I would Whatever men may say to the con- reiterate the words of Paul Wright, trary Jesus once did make two human 'We love our College' and are anxious beings with superior natures. Though to let it be known that we are proud obviously grace, beauty, and skills had of Newbold and the service it has given been bestowed in abundance, the and will continue to give our Church. Creator made no characters. These May God bless Newbold and all it they made themselves. This is as true stands for. CHRISTINE MCGOLDRICK today as it was then. (née Burgess) The Great Designer provides all the

2 STANBOROUGH PARK STREET WITNESSING It's Hap'ning GROUP

ROGER MURPHY and his Young People's CAMP HILL YOUTH SHARE THEIR FAITH Committee with the support of the young people of the church have had FRIDAY night, November 28th, brought members of the church to understand an interesting experience during the to a close several weeks of a 'Voice of them better. We have all been richly past year with a street-witnessing out- Youth' campaign at the Camp Hill blessed and I for one look forward to reach programme. In talking recently to church, Birmingham, mounted by the the next "Voice of Youth" campaign.' Roger and Ann (Johnston) I asked how, young people of the church. Those who —Shirley Nibbs. after the birth of the idea in February, participated look back over months of Basil Mullings said: 'I believe that 1975, the programme had developed. Ann preparatory work involving hours of the Lord blessed the campaign with a told me that John Peacock (one of the study and practice, handbilling in the large measure of success in at least committee) had suggested that a rain, the pre-campaign commitment three different ways. Firstly to fulfil the Sabbath school class be held in the service, and the pre-sermonette 'butter- object of our efforts the attendance of town centre, hopefully to attract the flies' with a keen sense of satisfaction. non-SDAs was high. We were thus interest of any passers-by. One Sabbath It was truly heartwal-ming to see the able to reach many with the Word of afternoon a group of nervous people youngsters who before had sometimes God. Secondly, this programme has led by an equally nervous John, started appeared to the adults as shy and provided a starting point for organized the —programme'—a modification of the reluctant to take part in MV meetings, group-witness by the young members idea—with singing accompanied by put their hearts into the work and give here at Camp Hill. It is often more guitars and tambourine, and inter- of their best. The sermonettes which difficult to start than to keep going. spersed by individuals 'standing on a necessarily sometimes presented Sub- 'Because of the order which prevailed soap box' reading sections from an jects normally considered to be 'heavy' throughout each of the meetings, the article on Jesus from the Wayout and 'doctrinal' were delivered by these youth have also won a measure of magazine. Introductions were handed young people, untrained in theology respect from the church as a whole. It out for the Wayout Bible course, and and the art of public speaking, with con- is in this area of improved under- names and addresses taken of any vincing clarity and power. The styles of standing between the younger and interested people. presentation varied, as one would expect older sections of our company that I After this initial beginning enthusi- with the personalities, but the applica- feel the third measure of success lies.' asm grew, and some weeks later a six- tion with which these 16- to 20-year-olds Joe Brown considered the theme foot image of the king's dream of presented their faith, resulted in 'Christ is the Answer' to be a good one Daniel chapter two was standing on vitality and appeal. for the campaign. He was impressed the pavement; and speakers were telling The 'Sermons in Song' supporting with the wide variety of subjects dealt passers-by of the prophecy. Leaflets the speakers were mainly rendered by with in the five-minute sermonettes, were handed out and individual groups the Youth Choir who came up to the and liked the book selections of were discussing Christianity informally. high standard of performance expected Positive Living and Steps to Christ It was now felt that the group leading of these young people under the able for the promotion gifts. He was looking out would benefit from a mid-week leadership of Sister Brookes. Individual forward to the visiting. In short, it was music practice and Bible study. So this young people and a few adults also obvious that he thoroughly enjoyed the was commenced and at the time of gave contributions in music. The campaign. writing it still continues. The group membership supported with good So just what has this experiment alternates its venue, one Sabbath going attendances at the twice-weekly meet- proved? Pastor L. P. Anderson perhaps to Hemel Hempstead and another ings. Asked for his comments regarding best expressed the sentiments felt by going into Watford. They also go into attendances Brother Morgan, the new many when he said: St. Albans from time to time. The youth minister, said: 'We have reason 'When the young people are chal- young speakers are now gaining in to be very pleased with attendances lenged to work for Christ and respond confidence and the subjects presented generally. Many non-Adventists came to that challenge, then they make an vary week by week. Several new leaf- regularly, indicating a good level of impressive witness for the truth. I lets have been printed (Ann promises interest in the messages presented.' especially appreciate the impact of to send samples to any YP group The young people are now following youth in the presentation of truth in interested) and distributed, and these through the contacts made through the this form of evangelism.' include our address and telephone campaign with visiting and Bible Well done young people! God bless number. Weekly contacts are made. studies. The MV leader, Sister Piper and keep you alll H. R. MITCHELL Regarding results: it would be nice carried a large share of the burden of PR Secretary to be able to count heads, and record organization and promotion and is full (Yes, well done! Let us know of any that X number of people have been of praise for the young people. She interesting follow-up stories—Ed.) saved as a direct outcome of this faith- feels that they are 'among the best ful witness by our young people. But anywhere' and have displayed a deep we know that only eternity will give u' commitment to God and His truth. a true picture of the value of such I asked a few of those who took part work. However, we are glad to say that to comment on their experiences, and two people have attended our church the following are some of the com- because of this witnessing programme. ments: Here Ann went on to say that as a 'Like everyone else I wanted to do result of this involvement, many of our something to help in the campaign. I young people have been led to a deeper know that some people were dubious spiritual experience themselves. of its success, but from the moment I am pleased to report that the the first address was made I felt it to street witnessing programme continues be worth while. As a young person I with great interest. May God bless the feel that this campaign not only helped efforts of those who faithfully witness our friends to understand the truths for Him. SHEILA READ we hold dear, but also helped us as 'We all are God's Hands' PR Secretary for 1975 3 Stevenson came to visit the camp. The bridge was tested by six people including our visitor, but under the strain the rope on one of the anchor- ages frayed and broke, and our newly built bridge was dismantled in a matter of seconds! After lunch and a rest, the group proceeded to strike camp, and at sundown the Pathfinder flag was finally lowered and the unit headed homeward. While learning in the process of enjoying ourselves, we have been able to leave a good impression with the owners of Lees Wood; and we have Club members on the table which they built. Left: A Sabbath afternoon discussion with Sea also, by our behaviour and organiza- Cadets around our tower. tion been able to witness to scouts and other campers. We hope that we will always be able to witness for Jesus in this way. P. HUZAR Deputy Director, 1975 ADVENTURE AS PIONEERS

THIS past autumn, Stanborough Park working on their camp cookery honour. Pathfinder camps revolved around the The hikes included a Bible nature hiking, pioneering, wilderness living, hunt, a prepared trail, and also an and camperaft. honours. September saw overnight exercise in which many the beginning of our new session braved a crossing of a local river on a camps when our first-ever pioneering rope bridge. The weary Pathfinders camp took place. The group was led then slept the remaining hours of the Exchange Programmes by Peter Huzar and included Bruce morning in the adjoining woodland. HIGH WYCOMBE church has been par- Hertogs, Scott Dyason, and Arthur Sunday morning breakfast finished at ticipating in a series of exchange MV Dyason. A thirty-foot tower was dinnertime, and dinner by later after- programmes with the Oxford and designed and built. Wild fruits were noon, after which camp was struck and Reading churches. This began in July, experimented with, and as a result the boys walked back to Stanborough 1975, when the Reading church asked blackberry jam and pies were added Park. the High Wycombe young people to to the menu. November was important because present them with an MV programme. During the same weekend a troop during this month the club took part The Reading young people returned of Sea Cadets camped at the same site in a church service. We conducted the the visit on October 25th. Oxford and, drawn by our construction, came whole Sabbath school programme. visited High Wycombe on October 4th over to talk to us. This led to a full Pastor M. Stevenson, the Division Youth who' returned a programme on Novem- Sabbath afternoon discussion of such director, then preached at the divine ber 8th. Wycombe church has also topics as the existence of God, war, service and stressed the importance of taken up the MV programme of temperance, and other things related young people in the Church and how Watford Town church, and hopes to to what Pathfinders believe. the various departments, including visit Aylesbury and a London church Towards sunset, with the threat of Pathfinders, were important in the in the near future. approaching rain, the discussion ended training of the young people. (A good idea. Let's hear of other with the Pathfinders at worship and Six of the clubmembers took part in youth societies that exchange ideas and the lowering of the flag. For the next a second pioneering weekend camp in programmes.—En.) hour the unit was on the double December at Lees wood. The group collecting ferns which converted their erected a 12-foot table, and began tower into a primitive shelter. However, preparations for a rope bridge before Pathfinder at midnight, after five hours of con- Sabbath. After an early night the Leadership Course tinuous rain, we were forced to seek campers awoke to Sabbath worship and refuge in ,the camp-site building and to explore previously unknown parts A weekly tuition course leading to our car, due to ground flooding—we of the nearby wood by use of ordnance Pathfinder Leadership was conducted later learnt that there was two inches survey maps, following tracks and foot- by Pastor J., Huzzey, the South England of rain in that area during the night. paths which sometimes didn't exist. On youth leader, in High Wycombe church. On Sunday morning the group Sabbath afternoon we returned to The lectures were spread over two managed to start a fire, but the rain 'civilization' to participate in the months, the first being on October 27th. continued and so after a warming regular 'street witnessing' programme They lasted for two hours each. Mem- dinner we dismantled the tower, thus organized by the church. On return to bers of the Oxford and Aylesbury ending the first of four camps. camp, sunset worship and flag cere- churches also attended the lectures. In October a weekend expedition mony, the group sat around the fire ' CAMERON JACK was held covering an 18-mile course. preparing tea as well as discussing the Church Clerk, High Wycombe In November the whole club went activities of past camps. (This is one way to get your Master camping with the aim of completing Rising early Sunday morning the tent Guide Leadership requirement com- the outdoor requirements for the hiking was cleared for inspection, and after pleted. Other churches see if you can honour. The boys completed 36 miles morning worship the rope bridge was persuade your Conference youth direc- and the girls 16 as they were also completed. Just before noon Pastor tors to repeat this.—ED.) 4 INVESTITURE AT CROYDON

THE afternoon of Sabbath, December 20th, was the long awaited day for the Croydon JMV society. It was on this day that 40 juniors were. invested. A full church witnessed this colourful pageantry when 11 Busybees, 7 Sun- beams, 8 Builders, 6 Helping Hands, 4 Friends, 3 Companions, and I Barry Alen (rear), his wife Margaret (right), their two children (right, front), Explorer received their scarves. The and the Cambridge young people who Explorer, Vanessa Barker, made were invested. history as she was the first Explorer to be invested in the Croydon church. We were also happy that on this CAMBRIDGE INVESTITURE wonderful occasion, we had four JMVs BROTHER Barry Alen, youth leader of from the Lewisham church who had the Grantham church, invested eight come to join us for the afternoon. Their Pathfinders in the Cambridge church contribution provided sparkle and on Sabbath afternoon, December 6th, variety. We hope we can from time to the youngest a Sunbeam, and the oldest time make an interchange on a regular —Geraldine Palfrey—a Guide. basis, as it creates a feeling of interest The honours won make a long list— and unity. We would thank all parents trees and shrubs, flowers, missionary and particularly the teachers for their service, music, first aid, handicraft, assistance in making this possible, and sewing, house-keeping, stars, advanced also Pastor James Huzzey, Conference cooking, baking, painting, dressmaking. Youth director, ' for his efficiency in After the investiture Brother Alen making this whole joint project a spoke for a few minutes from Psalm success. R. I. VALENS 19:1. He used a small ball bearing and PR Secretary, Croydon a balloon to illustratd the relative size of the moon and the sun, and various sizes of balls for the earth and other planets in between. He illustrated POLICE AT PATHFINDERS distance by saying that it would take 112,000 years to get to the nearest star travelling at 24,000 miles an hour. His No, the Huddersfield Pathfinders had visit was much appreciated. not got out of control and driven the H. F. KIERSTEAD staff to the desperate measure of PR Secretary calling in the police! The visit of P.C. Wellard from the Dog Section of West Yorkshire Metro- DEPUTY MAYOR VISITS politan Police and his Alsatian dog, Jason, was in connexion with the study YOUTH CLUB of the Dogs of the World honour. P.C. Wellard spent about half an hour FORTY-THREE young people were present at the Tottenham Youth Club at telling the Pathfinders about the train- Lancesterion School on Saturday night, ing of the police dogs, and the work January 10th. they do. We then withdrew to the Councillor Ron Turner, the Deputy grounds of the church where Jason Mayor of the borough of Harringay, demonstrated some of his abilities. visited the club that evening. The We had alerted the local newspaper Councillor's talk was on how young to the fact that we were having a people should use their voting rights. special visitor at Pathfinders that After his talk, many questions were evening, in response to which they sent asked by the young people and every- along a photographer. A report and one showed an interest in the mock photograph appeared , the following ballot that took place. evening in the Huddersfield Examiner. On the club members' behalf, As a Pathfinder leader I have taught Brother C. Pitt who was present, the Dogs of the World honour on a thanked the Councillor for his visit. number of occasions but this is the H. R. COLE first time I have • tried enlisting the PR Secretary help of qualified visitors to talk about the specialized work of dogs. The Tottenham youth club with Councillor R. Police Force are coming back again Turner (centre) and Tottenham minister with a set of slides, and we have had a C. Pitt (to the Councillor's right). very helpful letter from the Guide Dog Association. Soon a blind lady and her guide dog will be visiting our club. Other Pathfinder leaders might like to try a similar approach to broaden the scope of Pathfinders and create * some good publicity. This is where we should have published CYNTHIA G. SOUTHCOTT the news from your society. 5 reached that summit at 3,000 feet. We would have had to dimb Everest to get out of the clouds! Our descent down the north-east side was gradual and pleasant as the clouds were left behind. The sun broke through, casting its long rays over the rolling terrain, as if to apologize for Pastor Derek Beardsell driving home his 'That's another glass you've broken, its absence before retiring for the point with a left hook! Brother Mike!' Washing-up duty at East- night. We reached the cars as the light wood Grange. was fading, footsore and weary. The evening back in Aberdare was a YOUTH LEADERS HEAR SINGING YOUTH DIRECTOR mixture of food, films, and fun. Wilf Glew had a couple of denominational THE North British Conference spon- From the writer's point of view, the films, which were shown after the meal, sored a Youth Leaders' Council at other highlight was the setting up of then some lively games. The strenuous Eastwood Grange (January 9th to 11th). two area Youth Advisory Councils— afternoon caught up with us, and at The seventy delegates were worked one for the Midlands and one for the some unmentionable hour we retired. hard throughout the weekend as item North of England. The purpose of these Sunday morning saw a blue sky and after item was presented to them, and councils is to enable the local youth brilliant sun. But alas! time was too there was a great deal of material leaders to meet at least twice a year short for we only had the morning. for each youth leader to take back to under the chairmanship of the Con- We were to climb Ara Cwmdare. After his home church. The subjects covered ference Youth director, to discuss and a very pleasant amble on the flat, leadership, programmes, evangelism, share plans, ideas, and problems, etc. between streams, lakes and a coal mine, pathfindering, etc., and were presented They will also advise the writer on the we reached the bottom of Ara Cwmdare. by Pastor Mike Stevenson, Northern real needs of our youth, so that the The climb up to 1,560 feet soon showed Europe - West Africa Division Youth Conference will be able to adjust its who were fit and who weren't, but all director; Pastor Derek Beardsell programme to meet these needs. Thus finally made it. British Union Conference Youth direc- the youth will have a greater say in By early afternoon Aberdare was tor; with a little help from the writer, the running of the Conference youth behind us as was the last weekend for who was also the weekend co-ordinator. programme. A Scottish Youth Advisory 1975. ANDREW WEST There were two main highlights. One Council was held during the Youth was the spiritual counsel given by Retreat at Garth Youth Hostel near The 1976 programme for those in- Pastor Mike Stevenson and his singing Aberfeldy in Perthshire, March 5th to terested in joining the Fell Walking as he led the 70-strong Youth Leaders' 7th. Group is as follows: Choral Society. It even -made Mansel If you are interested in Youth March 6 Jones's heart swell with joy as he burst Leadership, Master Guides, Pathfinder- forth with song! It certainly was a March 19-21 — Dartmoor or Exmoor' ing, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, April 4' beautiful sound to hear these Adventist etc., then write to your Conference youth leaders, many of them strangers April 16-19 — Pennine Way Youth directors. They will be pleased May 1 at the beginning of the weekend, blend to be of service to you. harmoniously together under the STUART R. WARE May 16' guidance of Brethren Mike and Mansel. Youth Director May 28-31 — Lakes — Skiddaw North British Conference June 12' July 2-4 — Lakes — Coniston FELL WALKING IN July 24-26 — Mid Wales' ABERDARE late and had to catch up. After a short September 5 ' rest we continued, making good pro- September 11 gress towards Cribin. Dark clouds were September 24-26 — '3 Peaks' Yorks FOR the final weekend excursion of now towering above us, covering the 1975, the Fell Walking Group took up October 15-17 — Aberdare summits we were to climb. The last October 31 the invitation to return to Aberdare. part seemed almost vertical as we Once again they were to roam over November 26-28 — A.G.M. Stanborough reached the summit at 2,500 feet. Our Park the 'Land of my Fathers'. heads were well and truly in the clouds. On the dark cold night of Friday The magnificent view extended a few 'Walking Weekends October 24th, we arrived to be warmly feet from our noses as we tried to greeted by members of the Aberdare 'Watford Area — local Sabbath walks imagine what it might have been. 'The Ridgeway — Sunday walks church, who provided hot soup and a We then headed towards Crigien, tasty snack. except for those who were too lazy and No activities have been planned for On Sabbath morning the small went round the base! The path brought the month of August, but if enough in- church looked as though the Fell us down 500 feet until we were out of terest is shown, a trip to Scotland or the Walking Group had carried out a take- the clouds, only to go up into them Alps will be considered. over, as the congregation had swollen again to the summit of Crigien at For further information please con- enormously. Pastor Wilf Glew, our 2,500 feet. But we were to go even tact the secretary: Dr. D. Barham, 'Spiritual Advisor' took the lesson higher as we had set our sights on 8 Stanbury Avenue, study, and Pastor Stewart Finlay gave Pen-y-fan. By late afternoon we had Watford, Herts. the sermon. After a hurried lunch we set out in convoy for the wide 'grey' Cribin — leaving the sun behind. yonder. We stopped among the Brecon Beacons and set out on a strenuous climb for the sun would not wait. Facing a southerly direction, we started the climb towards Cribin. The path rose slowly, running along a ridge to a plateau, but the pace was unrelent- less, especially for those who started 6 CHILDREN'S CORNER POETS' CORNER

A Picture for You to Colour Vision

Good Lord,

I didn't realize what You went through.

I've seen You on the crucifix: Carved out of fine white ivory; Smears of bright red paint Smudged around hand-made thorns; A few drops more, Dripping brightly but never falling From the five wounds.

I've admired You, Impaled With faultless symmetry On smooth black-ebony cross. And I've bowed, Heart stirred by beauty of the craftsman's skill.

But now, Lord, I startle to my feet To storm against Thy foes With voice and hand and prayer and treasure. For now I know What Thou didst bear, dost yet— Christian slaying Christian; Bride-to-be shorn, and tarred, and feathered, In a Christian street; Children weeping motherless amid banks of funeral flowers.

And everywhere Maimed, and starved, and Christless, Crying aloud for hope. —A. J. Woodfield MATTHEW 19. 26.

Do you know the answers to these questions? 1. Who wrote Revelation? 2. What is the last book of the Old Testament? 3. What book tells about the creation of the world? 4. How many books are in the Old Testament? 5. Name the four divisions of the Old Testament. 6. What book tells about the beginning of the Church? 7. Who wrote the book of Acts? 8. What book tells about the appearance of the angels to the shepherds? 9. How many books are in the New Testament? 10. Name the divisions of the New Testa- ment. Answe's overleaf col. 1

PATHFINDER BOOK CIUB

THE Book Club books have now been delivered to the local Conference Youth director's offices. The set costs £5 plus postage. '76 Pathfinder Please order your books for the MOTOR CAMP Primary, Junior, and Earliteen Clubs Ca mporee from the Conference offices. If you calling require any from the Senior list con- A Union-wide Pathfinder Camporee—the tact your local Book and Bible house The 11th British Union first ever (according to available sources). or your local Bookshop as some of the Youth Department speciality This is a must for all true-hearted Path- finders. books are from non-Adventist pub- lishers. (If they do not have the books A combination of travel, camping in- spiration and fun lasting a full two Friday, May 28th (try to arrive in stock, the Book and Bible house Date: weeks—and this year possibly 15 days. early in the afternoon) to Monday, May will be able to order the books for 31st (departure will be around 4 p.m.) you.) Youth Societies in Wales and Scot- We invite you to come with us— Place: Brecon Beacons (this could be land should order their book club JULY 20 — AUGUST 3 or 4 changed — watch for further announce- books from the North British Con- ments). (plan for the 4th), to visit GENEVA, the horn. ference. Societies in the Irish Mission of the Reformation, the LAKES of SOUTHERN should get theirs from Pastor Andrew SWITZERLAND and NORTHERN ITALY, PISA, Costs: 50p per camper — for registration and FLORENCE, the beaches of the MEDITER- and camping fee only. Gebbie. RANEAN and the ADRIATIC. See for yourself For reference the book list was the home of the Renaissance. NOTE WELL: Only club participation. published in your last ENCOUNTER. MOTOR CAMP gives you a spiritual uplift, Clubs may send as many units as they new friends, new never-to-be-forgotten ex- can afford. Units should have 6 or 8 periences and memories, good food and a Pathfinders each. We will accept 4 from beautiful suntan! a small club. Isolated Pathfinders should contact their Conference or Mission COST: £90 for 15 days—at present costs—no guarantee. The cost is based on 10 campers Youth directors immediately if they wish per bus, so first come first served as we shall to join a unit. take only full buses. We need at least 20 Bring all your own equipment and fit campers, but 30 would be betterl To come, all you have to do is write to: supplies — tents, bedding, camp furni- AidEIHNI11011 ture, cooking, and eating equipment, and THE YOUTH DIRECTOR food milk and fresh bread will be BRITISH UNION CONFERENCE available. STANBOROUGH PARK k WATFORD, HERTS. WD2 6JP Full details are being sent to Path- \WFI Al 11# Al// finder club directors. Clubs must inform and enclose £10 deposit. (£2 is non-returnable) their local Conference or Mission Youth director as soon as possible if they plan AS SOON AS POSSIBLE PLEASE I to attend, as we need to know how many clubs to plan on. Unit and member's de- PRAYER FELLOWSHIP tails later. FOR 1976

Dear Reader, 0 There's a lot to be said for the fellow April 7—Central Union, Union College (North American Division) Thank you for your support of who doesn't say it himself. Maurice Switzer 14—Tanzania Union (Afro-Mideast ENCOUNTER. There are two areas in i=1 You may be deceived if you trust too Division) which we need your help. We can turn much, but you will live in torment if you 21—Czechoslovakian Union (Euro- Africa Division) to other reputable magazines and don't trust enough. Frank Crane 28—World SDA secondary schools 'borrow' material, but we would much ❑ Lose an hour in the morning, and you prefer our own original British made will spend all day looking for it. May 5—Columbia Union, Columbia Union work. Richard Whately College, Kettering College (North We need original songs for our Song Taken from INSIGHT, March 2. 1976 ed. American Division) 12—Western Pacific Union Mission, Corner. We haven't published one for Sonoma Adventist College a long time. We also need children's (Australasian Division) stories and other ideas for children— •Aoet4d 19—Equatorial African Union Mission, -old '9115tc13 Jo SJBU91 'siedso9 Cameroun Junior College (Euro- from children or from grown-ups. Africa Division). Looking forward to hearing from 'Of L.Z '6 :9)1n1 '8 •L sloN1 '9 26—Union of SDA, German Democratic :Aoeudo.id •A.nood .9 :6C '4 you. EDITOR Republic (Euro-Africa Division) fs!seue9 •C e e LAI •z :uuor •1, :siamsuv

Articles for the next issue of ENCOUNTER due out on May 21 should be at the British Union Conference by April 21. EDITOR: DEREK C. BEARDSELL OFFICE EDITOR: JOY BEARDSELL CONTRIBUTING EDITORS: J. HUZZEY STUART WARE LIMOIPhITER PUBLISHED BY THE YOUTH DEPARTMENT OF THE BRITISH UNION CONFERENCE AND PRINTED BY THE STANBOROUGH PRESS LTD., ALMA PARK, GRANTHAM, LINCS. NG31 9SL VOLUME 37 NUMBER 2 1976 how and had consequently lacked the courage. He spoke of his first researches ANNUAL into Adventism and quoted one un- CARAVANSERAI complimentary reference from a preju- WEEKEND LEGAL MEETING diced source which he already knew to The Annual Post-Ingathering Caravanserai will be ludicrously untrue. While serving IRISH GOOD HEALTH AssocraTioN—Notice is be held at the Scot-gate Caravan Site, Braith- hereby given that the Annual General Meeting waite, Cumbria, during the weekend of: within the United Church of South of the Irish Good Health Association, will be held in the Dublin SDA church, 47a Ranelagh APRIL 30 — MAY 2 India he had encountered our medical Road, Dublin 6, Eire, on Sunday, May '16, 1976. work and he related a most touching at '11.30 am. A. DEBBIE Twenty caravans have been booked In antici- Secretary pation of a weekend of genuine spiritual uplift story of a young Indian boy suffering and Inspiration. If you are interested In joining with the dreaded tetanus, saved from In this special programme, please write Im- RHYL CHURCH mediately to: Pastor M. L. Anthony, the jaws of death by the earnest prayers Change of Services — Will all visitors to North British Conference, and devoted nursing and skill of out North Wales please note that the services in 22 Zulla Road, the Rhyl Seventh-day Adventist church, Albert Mapperley Park, Adventist Nuzvid Hospital staff. Street, will be as follows: Sabbath school NOTTINGHAM. Mr. Jacobs obviously felt very much 10.15 am, Divine service 11.30 am, as from NG3 5BZ and Including Sabbath, April 3, 1976. A very Tel: Nottingham 606312. Full details of pro- at home, and the congregation composed warm welcome awaits all. gramme, coats etc. will be sent on application. of members of both communions was Also please note that there wit be no stimulated by the warmth and convic- services ;In Colwyn Bay this summer and until further notice.—Pastor A. Cooper. tion of his fine message based upon the PATHFINDER EXHIBITION text for the week from 1 John 3:2. RAISE FUNDS quickly, easily. Superb ball-pens. combs, diaries, etc. Gold•stamped to your re- showing most aspects of a Pathfinder club. Also An invitation was extended to our quirements. Details : Northern Novelties, Spencer including handicrafts made, and equipment used House, Spring Gardens, Bradford. BD.1 by, and photographs of Bristol Central Path- Adventist members to join with their finder club. The Exhibition is open on April 5th, fellow Christians at the evening com- SWISS young man, 20, would like to spend 6th and 7th at 6 pm till 9 pm at Bristol munion service in the Parish church the from six months to a year with an Adventist Central church hall, Ashley Road. Advice given family in order to study English. Would be willing on starting or improving your own church Path- following day, and some felt constrained to look after children and do jobs around the finder club. Admission free. to accept. As on the previous day, one house. Write: Mt. Marc Beeler, Rue Vautier 20. felt the presence of God's Spirit. Pastor 1227 Laronge, Geneve, Suisse. Elias had agreed to offer the special SON of German Adventist minister, '17. would like to spend a few weeks from April 5 to April NEWBOLD'S prayers for the day, but just prior to 24 or from June 28 to August 7, .1976, with an the service he was invited to share in Adventist family in order to improve his English; SUMMER PROGRAMME preferably with an Adventist minister's family administering the Communion. The oc- which has a boy or girl of similar age. Reciprocal ANDREWS UNIVERSITY SUMMER casion called for quick decisions and arrangements can be made. Write : Elder Martin adjustments. Under God's blessing our Gloeckner, 6000 Frankfurt/Main, Eschenheimer SCHOOL—June 14 to July 22 Anlage 32, W. Germany. Courses primarily for ministers in the Theology brother proved equal to both. It was of the New Testament and Biblical Preaching noticeable that the other leader had YOUNG Dutch Adventist family with two child- Lecturers: Roy E. Graham (Newbold), Walter ren would like a holiday bungalow near the F. Specht (Andrews) carefully omitted from the order of ser- coast for two weeks between July .1:1 and August 14, 1976. Please send statement of cost to : Mr. CHORAL WEEKEND—June 25 to 27 vice any points which might conflict J. Lemeijer, A. Kuypersingel g, Hoogezand 8300, Holland. A weekend of musical enrichment designed by with Adventist views or principles, Newbold's music department for Seventh-day though these were few. FOR SALE: Plymouth Stoke, eight-roomed ter- Adventists in Britain who enjoy choral singing We praise the Lord for having privi- raced house, leasehold, vacant possession, £6,000 and want to know more about it. Opportunities leged us to participate thus; for we or offer, suitable for two flats. Phone : 01.656 9615. for practice and performance. firmly believe that it can accomplish MUSICAL WORKSHOP—July 4 to 18 A two-week course for musicians of all kinds nothing but good and promote a SABBATH LISTENING: An LP mono record with a dozen selected sacred songs is in Northern Europe-West Africa Division; with brotherhood in Christ Jesus which in now on sale, and contains favourites such as lectures, master-classes and visits to recitals. turn will surely prepare the way for 'Thanks Be to God', 'Whispering Hope', Opportunities for practice and performance. 'Crimond', performed by Pastor and Mrs. K. H. DENOMINATIONAL TEACHERS' COURSE the greater illumination of God's light- Clothier and Mr. Leslie 'Riskowitz. Price £2.40 giving Word. A. W. HOWARD Including postage and picking. Please send July 6 to 27 postal order or cheque to: K. H. Clothier, 47 NEWAD Education Department's three-week Park Road, Duffield, Derby. DE6 43R summer course for Adventist teachers.

HAVE YOU met Ron Hartsen-Luke? `HELLO' Ron an Adventist, is one of our top men. We attribute his success to his quiet, patient and Holiday Accommodation ADVENTIST NURSES very sincere manner. What's more, he is con- It Is understood that advertisers of holiday scientious and his clients are confident in his accommodation In this Journal are prepared to ability to recommend exactly the right programme Your organization BANA (British Advent- for them whether it be family salary continuation. make bookings that will not Involve travel on ist Nurses' Association) is planning an- savings, retirement nest-eggs, accident protection, Sabbath (Saturday). etc. Call him today . listen to him . . . he HOLIDAY flat to let, comfortably and fully fur- other get-together. You may have heard can help. American Life Insurance Co.. Station from your friends just how stimulating House, Harrow Road, Wembley, diddlesex. nished, North London, easy access to central Office : 01-903 3904 Home: Flitwick 4631 London. Apply : Le Vierge, 114 Palace Gates and helpful these meetings are. Road, N22 4BL. 'Phone 01-888 3297. There are guest speakers — lots of in- FOUR-BERTH caravan to let. Clifftop site be- teraction — devotionals and of course, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS tween Folkestone and Dover. Mrs. V. J. Munson, fun. Incidentally, the food is good, too. 3 Hasborough Road, Folkestone, Kent. The Treasurer of the British Union Conference Where and when is the next meeting acknowledges with thanks receipt of £20 Guate- SPRING at Sunny Sandown, Isle of Wiqt:. to be held — no less than BROOMHILL mala Earthquake Fund from Anon.; £5 Crieff Popular 6-person chalets, own bathroom, fri Health Centre from Anon. (Lana). Sre, car bay, and colour TV. Bookings Sun y HOUSE, that lovely conference centre of and Friday. Special reductions 20 per cent April the South England Conference and the The Treasurer of the British Union Conference to May. D. SDA, Downsview Chalet Site c/o acknowledges with thanks receipt of £100 Guate- Sandown,' Caravan Park Office. Avenue Road, date is October 15-17, 1976. Ah yes, mala Earthquake Fund from Anon.• f5 Guatemala Sandown,. Isle of Wight, P036 9AL. costs! Well, it will cost a little — £6 all Earthquake Fund from Anon. (Watford); £5 Guatemala Earthquake Fund from L.D. CARAVAN holidays at Bude (Cornwall). A inclusive for non-BANA members and The Treasurer of the North British Conference comfortable and well-equipped six-berth caravan £5.50 for members. acknowledges with thanks receipt of £142 offerings is available on a small attractive farm site with from E.W. showers and flush sanitation, and near shops If you would care to join us for this and several good beaches. For details and hire great weekend right there at Christow on charges please contact Mason, 'Pippin?, Meggs Lane. Chipperfield, Herts. the edge of the Dartmoor National Park then contact Miss E. Beechey, 11 Elm Prayer Fellowship HOLIDAY of a lifetime. Spend five glorious weeks in Jamaica. Leaving September 11, 1976. Only Grove, Exeter, Devon. She would be PLEASE pray for my husband that he will accept £149 return including insurance. Hurry! First happy to receive your £2 non-returnable Jesus as his personal Saviour, and also pray for come, first served. Contact : J. D. Ahwan, 67 me that I may receive courage and strength.— Cambridge Grove Road, IGngston-on-Thames, deposit. Do come) M.E.G ., Hackney. Surrey. Telephone: 01.549 1754. 5 Research Committee of the General Conference, 1952-58; and in his counsels and contributions to men and commit- tees all through the General Conference 'A VERY in the years since his official retirement. BRITISH One of the most recent moments in which we could see almost a resur- GENTLEMAN' rection of the dignified and competent man we had known for fifty years came Funeral address by Pastor Gordon M. during the Spring Council of 1974. We Hyde, Ph.D., Biblical Research let him know that a book for the North Committee director American Bible Conferences had been dedicated to him and that we wished to make a presentation of it at that PASTOR Walter Fdwin Read, a very time. He accepted graciously and asked British gentleman, minister, scholar, and for an opportunity to speak to the Church administrator, and a prince in Council. When he appeared he was s Israel, fell asleep in Jesus in his 93rd well-groomed that it seemed that 20 or year. Born November 17, 1883, in South- more years had rolled away from hip, ampton, he died in Washington Advent- and he made a masterly presentation ist Hospital on Friday, February 27, and appeal. For any man it would have 1976. been good. For one over ninety years This service today (March 4th, in Pastor Walter Edwin Read of age, almost incredible. the Takoma' Park church, USA) is on One of Pastor Read's great concerns the anniversary of his marriage to Emily AT 1 pm on Thursday, March 4, 1976, in the was for the carrying of the Advent Mary Powell in Newport, Wales, March beautiful Takoma Park church of which he had long been a member, there was held a simple Message to the Jewish people—a task 4, 1909. His wife, born in Manchester, but dignified funeral service for our beloved of which he spoke repeatedly in recent September 24, 1880, died in the Wash- Pastor Walter E. Read, who passed away on Friday, February 27, 1976, aged 92. Many mem- months. He was well-read in Jewish ington area in 1972. Coming from a bers of the large General Conference staff at- tradition and spent much time in their family of shoemakers that moved from tended to bid their brother good-bye, to express their deep respect, and to share their sympathy libraries and was well known to several Southampton to Wales, he became man- with the four members of the family who oc- of their leading scholars. He served also ager of a 'Home and Colonial' grocer cupied the front central pew. Pastor Read's daughter, Eileene, so well as editor of The Israelite. He loved the shop by age 19. Both he and his wife known to so many of us, had come from Watford, Hebrew benediction of double emphasis were students of Duncombe Hall, Lon- escorted by her fourth son, Graham, who had travelled from Johannesburg to be with her. Two —Shalom, Shalom—and used it with don, about 1904 in the days of Professor other sons had also flown many, many miles to telling effect in his contacts with Hebrew Homer R. Salisbury. Before he became stand beside their mother—Nigel from Oakwood College, Alabama, end Mervyn from La Sierra, scholars. A compatriot who visited him a Seventh-day Adventist, Pastor Read California—and they formed a loving stalwart in the hospital shortly before he died had taken two years' work in prepara trio as they supported her, and as they served as pall-bearers. wrote on a slip of paper the Hebrew tion for the Baptist ministry. The service though conducted In America, greeting: Shalom—Peace. Pastor Read's He started his many years of service held an English flavour. The three ministerial participants hailed from England: G. Arthur eyes brightened with the glow of heal as a literature-evangelist, including his Keough (Theology teacher, Columbia Union en as he responded in the intensified years at college, and • by 1905 became College) offered a thoughtfully-prepared prayer that expressed so much of what we all wished form—Shalom, Shalom. a minister-evangelist. He served as secre- to say; Gordon M. Hyde (director, Biblical Re- tary-treasurer of the Welsh Mission, and search Institute), in delivering the obituary, He leaves with treasured memories, presented the salient features of an extremely his only child and beloved daughter, in the years 1911-15 in the Irish Mission, varied life of responsible service; and Bernard when he was ordained in the city of E. Seton (associate secretary, General Con- Eileene May Barham, who, with her ference) brought spiritual comfort to the family, husband Herbert, has recently returned Belfast, March 21, 1914. with a personal tribute to father and daughter By 1916 Pastor Read was secretary of based on half a century of acquaintance and to England from their five years of friendship. The moving but strangely glad oc- effective management of the National the British Union Conference and, with casion, set in an organ accompaniment pro- some overlapping, manager of our vided by James Gallagher, began with the True Foods Plant in Johannesburg, corwregational singing of one of W.E.R.'s best- South Africa; their five children, ol British publishing house, 'The Stan- loved hymns, 'Jesu, the very thought of Thee', borough Press Ltd. When he became and concluded with a beautifully rendered and whom he was so deeply proud and president of the South England Con- solace-filled solo, 'Green Pastures', sung by Ben three of whom are here today: Derald, Anderson, associate pastor of the host church. a medical doctor near London; Mervyn, ference in 1921, he began 36 years of We believe that the unnumbered British administrative leadership in the Church friends of our dear Pastor Read would have head of science department at a school been well pleased with the reverent, warm- in Riverside, California; Nigel, a teacher to which he gave his life. He filled ap- hearted tribute to their own unique, widely- pointments as foreign missions secretary known, much-loved, and honoured leader. of history at Oakwood College at Hunts- Pastor Dr. Bernard E. Seton ville, Alabama; Graham, an accountant of the European Division, as secretary c Secretary, General Conference the Northern European Division, as in South Africa (and who accompanied president of the British Union Con- his mother here from London); and ference, aspresident of the Northern you still able to labour in denomination- Angela, a married daughter in England: European Division in the difficult year., al work? Answer: Just as much as the eight great-grandchildren; and a host of 1936-41, and as a general field secretary brethren care to give me. fellow-workers and friends who will of the General Conference with an in- Pastor Read's devotion to study and rise up, especially in Britain, but also terval of three or four years as president research is reflected in the programme all over this world, when they hear of of the Caribbean Union. of education upon which he embarked his death, and will bless his memory. A- little study of Pastor Read's appli- early in his ministry and in turn is And may I, for the family, pay a cation for sustentation says much about reflected in his competence as a leader very special tribute to three gracious the indomitable spirit of this impeccable and counsellor. By correspondence he ladies who, in Eileene's atpence over- gentleman. He was some 74 years of took courses in German, French, Heb- seas, have been substitute daughters to age at the time, having served his God rew, Greek, Accounting, Costing, Mnem- the Pastor in his most recent days— and Church for 56 years. Where the onics and Theology. This same devo- Marjorie Seton, June Vogt and Yvonne form asked: Has active work ceased? tion to research is reflected in the scores Olsen. Answer: No. Is cessation from active of articles from his pen which have Pastor Read's life has been and will service due to age or impaired health? graced denominational periodicals; in remain a challenge and inspiration t' Answer: Neither. To what extent are his years as chairman of the Biblical us all. 8 call of Jesus on the resurrection (say. to all the members of his family we convey our sympathy TILL THE DAY DAWN and especially to William and Connie, son and NEWBOLD COLLEGE daughter-in-law, head deacon and deaconess of the Cardiff church, and his daughter Marion Birchby, also a fine worker in the church who has cared for him in his declining years. 75th PICKERING—On January 20, 1976, Mrs. Rebecca B. NEWELL Pickering, a long-standing member of the Croydon Church Clerk church, fell asleep in Jesus at the Warlingham Park Hospital. Born on December 26, 1890 at KNIGHT—With sadness we record the premature ANNIVERSARY Derby but domiciled in Croydon since .1908, she death on Sabbath, February 21. 1976, of Dr. was one of the first and oldest members who Constance E. Knight, daughter of the late Pastor GRADUATION attended the first organized Adventist church at B. Belton, and wife of Terence Knight, son of Bensham Hall, Bensham Manor Road, Thornton one-time Secretary-Treasurer o0 the British Union Heath. Sister Pickering was baptized in 1937. Conference, N. H. Knight. Connie was 52. She MAY 7-9 During those early years, sh-e served faithfully was cremated in Torquay, February 26th. Assured and well in the capacity of Sabbath school super- of our sympathy and prayers are her husband. A special welcome is extended to all intendent and deaconess. On January 28th Pastor her daughter Natalie, her mother Sister Elizabeth John West, our minister, conducted the funeral Belton of -Newton Abbot, and her sister Beryl former students and graduates service at Croydon Cemetery in the presence of Belton of Bristol. 'Weeping may endure for a relatives, churchmembers and friends. She leaves night, but joy cometh in the morning' (Ps. to mourn two married daughters : Gladys and 30:'5). RAY D, VINE Admission to the Graduation Service on her son-in-law Jim Blackburn, who are regular Editor Sunday, May 9 will be by ticket only. members of our church, and Mrs. Phyllis Quilter n Pittsbury, Pennsylvania. We offer our con- WE thank our many friends for their reassuring dolences, and share the reassuring belief that our messages and tokens of sympathy.—ma. TERENCE Send your requests for tickets naming beloved Sister Pickering is simply awaiting her KNIGHT. MRS. ELIZABETH BELTON. Saviour's voice on the resurrecton day. those for whom you are applying to: R. I. VALENS CHAPMAN—It is with regret that we note the THE PRINCIPAL, NEWBOLD 'COLLEGE PR Secretary passing of Mrs. Mabel Finlay Chapman on March 3, 1976. She was a member of the little group of BRACKNELL, BERKS. STENDALL—It is with regret that we record the Adventists in Londonderry—and will be greatly death of Brother Tom Stendall at the 'Dell' Rest missed. She became a -member in 1970, during the RG12 5AN Home on January 13, 1976, age 87. Brother Sten- ministry of Pastor Paul Smith. Sister Chapman Please enclose a stamped-addressed dall came to the Home in 1974, after spending -had suffered with - a serious heart complaint for many years in active church work. He was bap- twenty years, and during the -last few years, this envelope tized in June '1921 by the late Brother F. W. had increasingly confined her to her home. The Coppock and became a member of the Mansfield local Presbyterian minister, Rev. W. P. Addley, and Sutton. church, holding several offices includ- conducted the funeral service, assisted by the ing the eldership. After a service conducted by writer. We extend our deepest sympathy to the Come to Halifax to Sing and Play Pastor W. J. Newman at the Oulton Broad children who survive her—knowing that the second Study and Pray and to Witness church, he was buried at the Kirkley Cemetery coming of Jesus alone is able to make good the where he now rests until the day our Lord loss they have sustained. MICHAEL K. TAYLOR GOSPEL MUSIC WEEKEND calls. B. J. ELLIS Minister, Londonderry Church Clerk Halifax Church — April 30th to May 2nd AV-ENT—It is with sorrow that the Weston-super- ROGERS—It is with sadness that we record the Mare church records the death of our dear Sister Special visitor: PASTOR R. ZAMORA death on Thursday, February 5, :1976, in the Katherine Avent who passed peacefully away in NewbOld College Royal 'Gwent Hospital, Newport, of one of our -hospital, aged 90. She was brought into the stalwart members, Brother Alfred John Rogers, Advent faith by -Pastor A. H. Cowley in 1962. Of interest to those involved -in all aspects o aged 93. Born in Bristol he was introduced to Until a few months ago she attended the church Gospel music (Group singing, Guitar, Piano, this Advent hope through the paper, Present regularly and was loved by all The funeral String, Bass, etc.) — in Witnessing Truth, 68 years ago, and baptized by Pastor D. service was held at the Weston Crematorium in through Music. Morrison in Cardiff. Working as a miner, however, the presence of many relatives and churchmembers. Sponsored by the Youth Department, Nortt he began to wander from the Lord in breaking H. REECE British Conference. the Sabbath. But the Lord gave him a dream, Church Clerk when seriously ill, in which he saw a ladder up COST: £4 for the weekend (food & accom.) to heaven, but he felt the gates of the Holy City were closed to him. So he came back to the PASTOR J. M. HOWARD thanks all relatives Applications to: Lord .and began keeping Sabbath faithfully. He and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy. PASTOR STUART R. WARE NORTH BRITISH CONFERENCE, was always an enthusiastic missionary, building 22 ZULLA ROAD, MAPPERLEY PARK, Present a round of 300 regular readers of the NOTTINGHAM. NG3 5BZ Truth and winning Sister Duaster of Tondu, who is still a faithful churchmember today. Until (to be sent by April 23rd) 1964 he was a willing Ingatherer. He brought `YOU TOO CAN BE . . — SEE YOU IN HALIFAX — up his children through hard times as a decorator, and even painted the Newport church when first opened in 1926. His wife died in the Advent hope 'They laughed when I sat down at the in 1962, and he now awaits with her the resur- piano.' I cannot remember how the ad- rection call of Jesus. Our special sympathy is \‘14////// given to his son, Ron, and daughters, Phyllis vertisement continued or what was the and Doris and their families. The funeral service name of the correspondence school. The conducted by the writer, was on February 11th, point was that the laughter soon turned and he was tenderly laid to rest in the St. Woolos Cemetery, Newport. The grave was marked by to wonder as the student, now virtuoso, London and Edinburgh times reproduced frog holy angels ready for the day of laurels and began to play. The advertisement'was all the Nautical Almanac by permission of the Con victory. PASTOR RICHARD L. VINE troller of H.M. Stationery Office. Other time right for a laugh, but perhaps people did have been calculated. British Sum-mer Time. YESSAYAN—We extend our deep sympathy to learn to play through taking that course. London Publishing director Moses Elmadjian, Lon'n Car'f Not'm Edin. Bel't whose brother-in-law, Brother Krikor Yessayan What is certain is that there is a April 9th 7.47 7.59 7.53 8.07 8.16 was killed as a result of the recent warfare in Seventh-day Adventist correspondence April 16th Beirut, Lebanon. Krikor was a faithful member, 7.59 8.11 8.06 8.22 8,29 and worker at the Adventist Middle East Press. school of international rating called the April 23rd 8:11 8.22 8:18 8.36 8.42 Beirut. His loss is keenly felt by his fellow HOME STUDY INSTITUTE. If you are a workers. Krikor's tragic death was referred to in Sabbath school teacher, a church elder, a recently published MESSENGER report of the BlirTISH ADVENT Beirut situation, from -Pastor Jack Mahon. We are a salesman, or even the local pastor, asked to pray for -Krikor's wife and four smale- children—two of whom were injured by shooting, there are courses designed especially for who face a financially precarious future. Yet we you. Would you like to learn how to give are assured that the Lord will -provide for His faithful ones, in Lebanon as in any place on earth. Bible studies? There is a course on that R. D. VINE subject. The British Union is interested Editor Published fortnightly on Fridays for the Britisl enough to give financial assistance for Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists by MARTIN—The Cardiff church records with sorrow those taking some of these courses. The Stanborough Press Limited, Alma Park the death on February 9, .1976, of Brother George Grantham, Lincs. NG31 9SL William Blissett Martin in his 90th year. It was If you want to stretch your wings a a happy day for the church when Brother Martin little more, there is a whole BA pro- Editor R. D. Vine was baptized in 1955 by -Pastor George Bell, for Assistant Editor Edward P. Pettit at that time his son, William, and grand- gramme awaiting your attention. daughter Angela, now Mrs. Reidar Larsen, were Find out more from: Contributing Editors: also baptized. Owing to advancing age, our brother The Secretary/Registrar, Ernest Logan Kenneth •A. Elias Edwin F was not able to attend church often in recent Foster Donald Lowe Peter H. Stearman years, but we remember with gratitude his former Home Study Institute, faithful service as a deacon. The funeral service was conducted in the Cardiff SDA church on c/o Newbold College, February 12th by -Pastor F. Stearman, assisted by BRACKNELL, Vol. 81 No. 7 April 2, 1976 Brother Malcolm Stone. Our brother was after- Berkshire RG12 5AN wards laid to rest in St. 'Mellons churchyard to Copy for Number Nine — April 13th await, with his wife who died ten years ago, the 7 his pastoral and departmental ministry in the British Union Conference and wish him continued blessings and satis- news notes through the Union President's Office faction in his new location.

VOP AND RADIO.—With the departure ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS.—On Wed- The Stanborough Press Ltd.—'Ex- of Pastor Uffindell shortly the Union nesday, March 17th, the Annual General uberance' is probably an appropriate Executive have made pro-tem arrange- Meetings of the Limited Companies word to use in describing the atmos- ments for the care of these departments were held. Although these meetings have phere at this meeting. It was a story of until the Session in July. to be held to comply with the law yet 'continued sales growth and trading Brother Fretson Taylor who has in spite of their formality there are in- profit during 1975'. BothManager Dennis served so acceptably on the staff of the terest points to be gleaned which we Archer and Treasurer Tony Crouch Voice of Prophecy is being asked to pass on to the constituency: (recently promoted from 'acting' to full manage the Bible Correspondence British Advent Missions Ltd.—This treasurer by Review and Herald board School temporarily, and Pastor K. H. will be no doubt the last general meet- action) had an encouraging report to Gammon has agreed to oversee the ing under this title. As soon as the de- give. Specific reference was made to Radio department for the time Iteing. tails of change have been effected then Divine blessing in the acquisition of British Advent Missions will become much-needed equipment at a most ac- CRIEFF NEWS.—After diligent search for Seventh-day Adventist Association. As ceptable cost, and commendation was a suitable name for the new institution the legal corporation of the Church, expressed to the staff for their expertise it has been decided that it should be British Advent Missions showed satis- in installing the complicated machinery. known as Crieff Sanitarium. factory financial results in spite of cur- Among those who attended the meet- Brother L. Acton-Hubbard who for rent economic conditions. Two hundred ing were three foremen, Brethren the past seven years .has served out- and seventy-one new donors have signed Glynne Meredith, Paul Hammond, and standingly as Health Educator in the Deeds of Covenant in our favour dur- Barry Mallinson, as representatives of British Union Conference has accepted ing 1975. Over £136,000 was spent on the whole corps of factory operatives. a call to be Health Educator at Crieff. the purchase and construction of new It was also a great pleasure to welcome Mrs. Hubbard has been invited to ac- churches. Pastor W. L. Emmerson former chief cept the appointment as Matron of the Crieff Nursing Home and Health editor. Pastor R. D. Vine, with character- Sanitarium, and Mrs. Joan Shone has Institute Ltd.—The problem of a deficit istic conviction, presented a brief re- been asked to accept the provisional on the capitalization of the rebuilding port from the editor's point of view. appointment of hostess/dietician/house- programme should not blind us to the ABC [Adventist Book Centres] South successful operation during the past and North also held their brief meet- keeper. year. There was an 88 per cent bed oc- ings under the chairmanship of their cupancy as compared with 70 per cent respective conference • presidents, with STANBOROUGH PARK CHURCH.—Congratu- in 1974. Brother Colin Wilson, Crieff's the blood brothers Ed and Dennis lations to Brother and Sister Chappel general manager, commended the staff Johnson as secretaries. Just one sig- who celebrated their Diamond Wedding with these words: 'One of the delights nificant point from each of these re- on March 16th. The event was marked of management of the Home is to re- ports: The South rejoiced in a profit- with a party at the church. Recently the first-ever anti-smoking ceive the numerous commendations of able financial operation during 1975 the staff from patients, relatives, and and the North (with just a temporary clinic to be held in Stanborough Park friends. We have a happy, compassion- financial setback due to reorganization) church was successfully operated. Among ate, and hard-working staff which has rejoiced our hearts with the news that the participants was the prospective contributed /substantially to the good a family of four had been baptized local Conservative MP. In conversation reputation of the Nursing Home.' i Grantham whose contact with the with the pastor he expressed pleasure The two Rest Homes at Lowestoft and (Burch and interest in the message was that the Adventists were being repre- Lundin Links are operated by this com- through ABC North. sented in civic affairs. pany. Both have had full complements World-Wide Advent Missions (British 'PR has come to life' was the com- of residents. Mrs. E. Roderick, SRN, of Section).—Pastor K. H. Gammon em- ment of Pastor R. H. Surridge when re- the Nursing Home has accepted a trans- phasized the fact that the curtailing of ferring to the splendid successes of fer to the Dell as matron. We believe time had had very little adverse effect Brother Frank Blewitt in keeping church she will render outstanding service in on the total achieved. news in word and picture before the that capacity. Gratitude was expressed The 1946 list of Charities granted community through the medium of the for the services of Mrs. R. Barker who Home Office Exemption Orders had well-circulated local press. has acted as matron in the interim been revised and World-Wide Advent Another very encouraging news item period. Missions were retained on that list. is the lay activities programme enthusi- Granose Foods Ltd.—This meeting We were able to economize by £1,000 astically, efficiently, and effectively di- marked the end of one era and the be- in our collection expenses in 1975. Our rected by Roger Murphy. (The words ginning of another, as Allan Evans com- reputation for using a very low percent- are chosen precisely.) Every member is mented in his last report as general age of the collection for expense is becoming involved in some aspect of manager. He was pleased to report that further enhanced witness and soul-saving. The survey pro- in spite of the extremely difficult elo- gramme is particularly effective. One nomic climate that has prevailed during FAREWELLS.—A presentation was made participant commented that in visiting 1975, in which many established com- on behalf of the Union Committee to 100 homes, introducing himself as panies reported unprecedented losses, Brother A. H. Evans in recognition of Seventh-day Adventist he had not had Granose Foods Ltd., had returned a his seven years service as a member of one negative response. modest profit on the year's trading. 'The the Executive. Company's greatest asset—people' were On the same day at the South England NEW WoRxots.—Brother Frank Cantrill commended by the general manager, and Conference office the staff bade farewell and Brother Alan Boag, from Australia, three were mentioned by name: Brother to Brother Marcus Dove as he leaves have been given ministerial appoint- Ken Barradine who retired after 32 years for his secretary/treasurer appointment ments in the North British Conference of service to Granose; the late Brother in Sierra Leone. God bless him and his and the South England Conference re- E. Merchant, who for nine years had family. spectively. We wish these young men served the Company as a director; and Pastor D. C. Uffindell is accepting and their families a successful term of the assistant general manager and treas- an appointment with the Canadian fruitful service. urer, Brother Peter Hinks, for his val- Union. We are sorry to see him leave E. H. FOSTER, President iant service. and assure him of our appreciation of British Union Conference