MESSENGER
CHURCH PAPER FOR SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS IN THE BRITISH ISLES Volume 90 Number 25/26 6 December 1985
SDA CHURCH TOP OF AGENDA AT WINDSOR CASTLE MEETING by Borge Schantz, NEWBOLD COLLEGE
`Because of their unique self- direction of Dr. Beach, that he Adventist presence. The Div- men and women of the various understanding, Seventh-day was pleased that there were not ision's Dr. Jan Paulsen and the Churches and denominations Adventists have not . . . joined only Adventists in the Lam- BUC's H. L. Calkins and W. J. who had members in many the ecumenical movement' beth Palace on this occasion. In Arthur were part of this pres- parts of the world was friendly, were the words of William G. addition to Dr. Johnsson and ence. frank, challenging but uncom- Johnsson, editor of Adventist Dr. Beach, there was a strong The dialogue between these mitting. Review as he addressed thirty The 1985 Conference had select Church leaders rep- the profile of the SDA Church resenting more than 800 as the main point on the million Christians world-wide. agenda. William Johnsson in He continued: 'While they (the his keynote address touched on SDAs) desire and seek fellow- the uniqueness of Adventism ship and co-operation with dealing with both distinctive other men of faith, they do not teachings as well as the wish to be restricted in doc- Church's involvement in social trine, but especially in mission.' concern world-wide. The lec- The occasion was the 1985 ture was well received, evident Conference of Secretaries of from the many questions and Christian World Communions positive comments from many held on 21-24 October within of the outstanding Church the precincts of Windsor leaders. Castle. This conference works independently of the World Council of Churches. Dr. B. B. Beach, director of the Public \141WimPumftiow Affairs and Religious Liberty Department at the GC, serves as Secretary to this auspicious Conference. His appointment is interesting in that SDAs are not members of the WCC, although they have observer status. They have seen Dr. Beach's appointment as an opportunity not only to listen, but also bear witness to the SDA uniqueness. The Conference commenced with a reception in Lambeth Palace, hosted by the Arch- bishop of Canterbury, Dr. Robert Runcie (a personal friend of Dr. Beach). In his opening address to the thirty secretaries from many lands and Christian traditions, the Archbishop remarked— humorously — looking in the Home Study International All youth are invited to the North British Conference Stephanie Barr is one of our youngest stu- dents. With her mummy's help she is working GRAND CAMP REUNION through the PRE-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES 1 course and thoroughly enjoying it, so her 24-26 January 1986 parents told me enthusiastically. at EASTWOOD GRANGE CENTRE, DERBYSHIRE Why don't you give your pre-school children the same opportunity? Write for details to' This year there will be ONE GRAND CAMP REUNION for Home Study International, all the Aberdaron camps. However, young people who did Newbold College, not go to camp are also invited, especially those who are Bracknell, away from home doing further study. Berks., RG12 5AN Secretary's note: At the other end of the age-scale is a lady of 81 who The reunion will be held in the Eastwood Grange Con- has recently booked up for our INTERMEDIATE GREEK course. How ference Centre, set in the lovely Derbyshire countryside. about that?! This was by far the most popular vote of all those asked, because it is central, warm, and provides good food in a relaxed atmosphere. The exciting programme will include spiritual uplift and challenge, a film and social, games and walks, and hope- GIVING: fully a visit to a local leisure centre. SYSTEMATIC, SPONTANEOUS—OR BOTH? Guest speakers: Pastor D. Elias, Padre at Senior Special Budgeting is essential in every aspect of our financial dealings, es- Pursuits Camp and formerly the Irish Youth leader. pecially when setting aside offerings. Dr. M. Pearson, Newbold College, who really challenges a The work of the Lord on earth is too great and too serious to be upheld young person's thinking. by random, loose change benevolence. We need to plan what percent- Pastor A. R. Rodd, North British Conference Youth director. age of income we can give for offerings, home and overseas (Sabbath school). The cost is £25 for the weekend, but there is a SUBSIDY God never ceases to surprise us by His goodness, and the surprise is of £8, making the total cost just El 7 . This is a bargain even greater if we have faith in His promises to provide. Birthday weekend. Please apply at once for the application form as offerings are yearly opportunities to say Thank You to God for another places may be limited. year of life. As God blesses, we can express our gratitude with a thank offering. The Investment offering is a way of raising money for the work of God without straining our own resources. There are dozens of ways in which CAMP REUNION APPLICATION investing can work if we will dedicate some time. Will you share with Please send me an application form for the Camp Reunion, 24-26 MESSENGER readers some of your Investment success stories? January 1986. Giving to God is something like giving to the family. Systematic, yes, but with the spontaneity and the loving surprises that are part of being in Name Age a happy relationship. God will never be a debtor. H. I. DUNTON, MA., PhD., BUC Sabbath school director Address