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New Hostel Opens in Queensland lmost 300 guests attended the opening of an Adventist retirement village hostel at Caloundra, Qld, Adventist Aon May 26. Official guests included Peter Slipper, the Federal member for Fisher, Dr Percy Harrold, the director of the Adventist Health Department for the South Pacific Division, Pastor Chester Photo Gets Stanley, president of the South Queensland Conference, and Pastor Peter Colquhoun, president from Stamped 12 North New South Wales Conference (recently transferred from South Queensland). "The overall development theme is a 'holiday resort,' rather than a hostel," says the village manager, Barry Hiscox. Baubles, The Caloundra Adventist Retirement Village is sited on eight hectares (20 acres), with unique features being two rainforest areas and a creek passing through the middle. The hostel has 48 rooms. Bangles and By the end of July the village will have 17 independent living units. Pictured (at left) is Peter Slipper and Pastor Stanley during the opening ceremony. Beads-6 To Worship or to Witness?

do, we will not question the significance Could it even become an excuse for he question of worship in the life of the church or, for neglecting, avoiding or downplaying out- Tis impor- that matter, in our own lives. It might reach? Is it possible that our concern with tant, and it will even be said that such worship is itself a what goes on within the church takes our not go away. It persuasive witness to the truth of the attention away from what is happening reflects the inter- gospel. and what is needed outside? est, perhaps even But the fundamental questions remain: Most readers of this editorial will be the tension, that Is witnessing secondary in importance to familiar with Ellen White's book has surfaced in worship? Does the worshipping commu- Evangelism. The challenge and the prin- recent years within the church and within nity of believers take precedence over the ciples set forth between the covers of that other Christian communities. What witnessing community? volume have largely been responsible for should have priority on the church's Some time ago I came across a power- the church's emphasis on faith-sharing agenda? Worship or witness? ful affirmation of evangelism. And let me and evangelistic outreach through the William Abraham, in The Logic of emphasise here that I use the word years. Can we afford to change gears and Evangelism (note the subject), states "evangelism" in its broadest sense. This move into another lane at this time in our quite categorically that "to make evange- statement has stayed with me through the history? To do so surely would be a lism the primary concern of the church is years as a forceful reminder of the recipe for even slower growth than we to give it a misplaced and exaggerated church's primary mission, its mandate to are currently experiencing and a failure position. . . . The first task of the church preach the good news: "Compared with to live in harmony with our Lord's Great is to worship." evangelism, everything else in the church Commission. Most Seventh-day Adventists would is like rearranging the furniture when the None of this is to suggest that worship agree that worship is important. After all, house is on fire." is unimportant. We need to develop more the first of the three angels' messages is It seems to indicate that, in the writer's meaningful, uplifting and inspiring wor- clearly a call to worship. Some have even view, outreach to the lost and hurting ship services—worship experiences that argued that the focus of the great contro- takes precedence over all other activities grip and keep us in a saving relationship versy is the struggle between true wor- in the church, legitimate and necessary as with Christ. Especially is this true for our ship and false worship. Certainly in they may be to the body of Christ. I find young people. recent years we have seen a great empha- myself in agreement. So worship and witness are both sis on worship in seminars, conferences, Another writer, with equal conviction, important. The church cannot be truly articles and videos. reminds us, "The church is in the growth alive without them. But is worship a "task"? And does it business or it will die." Jesus knew that, But there is a bottom line in all this. precede evangelism in priority or in of course. The church's mandate to wit- Let me put it to you in the form of these experience? Personally, I don't like the ness and to evangelise comes directly questions: Where does the worshipping sound of "task." It suggests obligation, from Him. The Great Commission community come from? How does it requirement, perhaps even a burden. True extends to every believer and every come into existence? What happens to Christian worship is much more than believing community until the end of bring people to Christ, and then into fel- that. It is a joyous response to what God time. It is our charter and mandate to wit- lowship with the church so that they can has done for us in Christ through the ness. The Great Commission is not an worship Him? gospel. As someone has so rightly option. It is, quite literally, an imperative: Think about it. It may help to clarify observed, "Worship is the response of the "Go ye and make disciples." the relationship between worship and creature to the Eternal." It is "in the deep- Could it be that our recent preoccupa- witness. Bryan Ball est sense, creative and redemptive." tion with worship has diverted us from President If we agree with that, as I suspect we something even more fundamental? South Pacific Division

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2 RECORD June 29, 1996 LETTERS

Healthy Spirit I'm sure there are many more like me imbalance of chemicals and that it is not out there. Please give us the support and devil possession or parents' poor training Health Week has been and gone, and an encouragement we need. We know our and such (yes, we get branded with this). educated guess is that very few churches weaknesses and shortcomings. Help us Natural health treatment, while good, (aside from cooking classes) spent time on find our strengths. does not cure these problems—only psy- the matter. Other factors affecting the spe- Julie Lindbeck, WA chiatric treatment and medication can cial senses, the avenues to our souls, bare- allow these patients to lead a normal life. ly rate a mention. Therefore there is a great The parable was intended to point out Isn't it better to take a drug from a psychi- need for more space in the Record on a that we are like children on the stage and atrist and stay normal, than be locked regular basis to be devoted to this matter. God is the good parent, caring for us and away forever in an institution out of one's The Greater Sydney Conference quar- accepting us particularly in times of our mind? terly production Health Today is a step in fears and mistakes. We have somehow gotten over the idea the right direction. But it does appear there that psychiatrists are of the devil and we is no provision to provide, on a regular Thank You are sinners and have no faith if we consult basis, thought-provoking material that will How thrilled I was to read Dr Percy with them. We are not living in the 1800s. stimulate thinking, and a right relationship Harrold's article on mental illness ("The Could we ask Dr Harrold to set up a to the care of our special senses through Reality of Mental Illness," Features, May Seventh-day Adventist reference centre so healthy living. 25). that we can get support from one another Lawrence Naughton, Qld At long last this illness, which is fairly instead of battling it alone and hiding? common among church members, The stress that these families and the Good Health magazine, produced by appears to be coming out of the closet. patient go through is unbelievable, but this the Signs Publishing Company, fulfilled There is a huge need for education of our is an illness, not a sin. These illnesses this need. However, it was through lack of people, so that the misunderstanding, stig- sometimes are worse than a death in the support that it was discontinued. ma and judgmental critical attitude will family, especially Seventh-day Adventists. go—replaced by love, concern and I am from one of those families. A Good Parent knowledge. Name Withheld Maybe I wrongly assumed who the There are many Seventh-day good parent was in the editorial of June 8 Adventists hiding behind all kinds of ,co , evprc.. d in I-citer` do not nece,,,,,d) "Tresent (Parable of the Two Parents). I hope I did cover-up so that the "shame" of their fam- those of the editors or the denomination. Letters should not exceed 250 words and should be mailed to Record Editor, because I could be feeling encouraged ily not hit the gossip grapevine. Signs Publishing Company, Warburton Victoria 3799 instead of guilty and depressed. Since the Could Dr Harrold write another article (CompuServe 74617,726; Internet 74617.726@com- puserve.com). Writers must include their name, address and answer was not given, I assumed that the explaining that schizophrenia, bipolar telephone number. Letters received more than three weeks good parent was the parent of Roger. The (manic-depression) etc come from an after the date of the issue carrying the article to which they respond will normally not be printed. All letters will be edited trouble was I could see myself in the par- to meet space and literary requirements. but the author's orig- ent of Stewart. inal meaning will not be changed. Not all letters received will My husband died last year leaving me be published. with a 16-month-old and an unborn baby. cist 6inal#160--- My baby is now one. The last year has owl) MoRNINO been a struggle. I often question whether I am being an adequate parent—let alone a afILDREIV good one. I wonder what hang-ups my ocvo HoRNINa children are going to grow up with as a result of their upbringing. Sometimes the DADPV. responsibility and burden overwhelms me and I feel like giving up. However, I am doing my best in a bad situation. I rely heavily on the support and encouragement of my family, friends and the church. To read an article like that leaves me feeling very discouraged, and I wonder whether life is really worth the struggle. I only hope I picked the wrong parent as the good one. Then maybe there's hope for me and my children yet.

RECORD June 29, 1996 3 NES Professionals Avondale College, to serve Megalife Bus on the Road Again Sanitarium was a major as director of computer ser- sponsor of the recently held vices, Andrews University, AN& Dietitians Association of USA. Stephen Smith, from VIDEO LOUNGE Australia national confer- manager of information sys- ence held in Perth, WA. tems, South Pacific Division Pictured is the Sanitarium office, to serve as needs trade display and attending analysis manager, Sydney Nutrition Education Service Adventist Hospital. Brendon (NES) team. Sue Radd (far Wilson, from aircraft engi- neer, North New South Wales Conference, to be the aircraft engineer and pilot, Papua New Guinea Union Mission (PNGUM). Royden Howie, student, Sydney, to director of Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA), PNGUM. The revitalised North New South Wales Conference Megalife bus ministry has had a busy first four months of 1996, says Josh Holliday, a team member. The youth left), nutrition spokesperson Busy Care Centre (mainly) volunteer team has travelled to Inverell and for Sanitarium, gave a well- The Sydney Adventist Port Macquarie, Lismore and Fiji (without the bus) as received audiovisual presen- Hospital's (SAH) new emer- well as working in Newcastle. "The team [pictured with tation to the conference. gency-care facilities (see their bus] has had huge amounts of success," he says. Many of the 350 delegates Record, June 1) were used commented favourably of beyond expectations during Sanitarium's community the first 10 days of operation, The assessors represented a communication director for education work through the says Joanne Thomas, SAH range of universities, health- the South Pacific Division, NES and the assistance NES director of marketing. Accord- care institutions and commu- Pastor Ray Coombe. gives to health professionals. ing to Mrs Thomas, the suc- nity nursing agencies. Dr Dianne Butler (far right), cess is due to the close prox- Alan Gibbons, graduate stud- director of NES, said imity of the unit to the hospi- ies coordinator, said the con- WORLD CHURCH Sanitarium's sponsorship of tal's comprehensive diagnos- sultants were impressed with the event was a most "effec- tic and radiological facilities. the program's high stan- IIW Goes Global tive public relations exer- dards, its innovations in cur- The "It Is Written" televi- cise." riculum, student orientation, sion ministry has set itself Tick for Teachers clinical practices and the the goal of broadcasting in Avondale College School high levels of attainment of the 12 major languages of Transfers of Nursing recently passed the students themselves. the world by the year 2000. David Heise from com- an independent in-depth For most of its 40-year histo- puting projects manager, assessment of their program. ry, "It Is Written" has been Hope Gets an Image broadcast in English only. The logo for the 1997 Two local releases in the Did You Hear . . . ? national Reach Out With Central Philippines, and a ... About who's getting the most out of the weekly Hope evangelistic thrust has major satellite transmission sermon? been finalised, reports the over India (reaching 49 According to Believe It or Not, a recently released countries of Asia, the Middle church study in Australia by Philip Hughes, Craig East and Africa) place the Thompson, Rohan Pryor and Gary Bouma for the REACH OUT English-language service on Christian Research Association, it is those "who believe with hope a global scale. God is interested in them personally." Such people expect that whatever the preacher says, and whatever songs are sung etc, will help them to have some personal On-line a Model communication with God. "These people are the least Adventists On-line Forum likely to be bored, and the most likely to find services on CompuServe is being strengthen faith," the researchers found. used as a model for demon- strating the capabilities of

4 RECORD June 29, 1996 CompuServe in the private to a new emphasis on coop- environment. Writing on erative venues for local and Youth on High Seas Voyage of Lifetime behalf of CompuServe, international broadcasting. Richard Wentz, a branch sup- The church owns almost 100 port manager for Compu- local radio stations and Serve, says, "I want to com- utilises 17 transmitters pliment you on the commit- around the globe. ment and dedication of the entire Seventh-day Adventist management team in making AWR MA the Adventists On-line Advent World Radio Forum one of the best among (AWR) is consulting with private CompuServe cus- other religious broadcasting tomers." Adventists On-line groups with the objective of forum averages 54 new creating a new Master of members a week and has Arts (MA) degree for more than 4400 members. Christian broadcasters. The MA would provide aspiring communication scholars and A total of 43 youth from the Greater Sydney and North Going Global professionals with an under- New South Wales Conferences (NNSW) sailed at least one A task force headed by standing of the rapidly leg of a sail-training cruise aboard the schooner South General Conference presi- changing socio-cultural and Passage during late April and early May. The two-week, dent Pastor Robert Folken- biblico-theological perspec- round trip from Brisbane to Sydney and return was sailed in berg has been created to tives necessary in the field. four legs. study electronic media Any prospective students The adventure cruise was organised by the NNSW opportunities worldwide. (graduates or experienced in Conference Youth Department in conjunction with Greater The aim of the group is to the field) are invited to con- Sydney Conference. develop a more global view tact AWR program manager More than a few of the sailors suffered seasickness, but of the church's radio and Allen Steele at Newbold stayed with it, says Pastor Ranald Urquart, NNSW assistant television services. It is College, Binfield, Berks youth director. One person was transferred to a Gold Coast hoped the initiative will lead RG42 4AN, England. hospital by the Gold Coast Air-Sea Rescue Service because of a diabetes-related problem. Welcome Baby Parents Meet at School "I'd do it again tomorrow if I had the chance," says NNSW Youth Department secretary Kate Burns. "It was On April 28, about 100 parents and children who had certainly the most memorable experience in my life." originally been contacted by the Welcome Baby team of the Rockhampton, Qld, church attended a party at the church's Bibles to Lebanon primary school. Hosted by the Welcome Baby convenors, NEWS EXTR A Marie Spyve and Daphne Connor, the party allowed parents Young Targeted An request for prayer, sent the opportunity of visiting the Adventist school. A lolly at the height of the recent Cigarette advertising is Israeli-Hezbollah confronta- three times more likely to tion by the Rev Lucien reach juveniles than adults, Accad, secretary of the Bible says a 14-year-long US mar- Society in Lebanon, con- keting study. The study tained "some good news," "clearly shows that cigarette says Irene Voysey of the advertising for market share is Bible Society in Australia. primarily a battle of brands for Rev Accad reports fund rais-

consumption by the young," ing to help refugees: "the ve says Richard Pollay, professor first of its kind in the coun- Spy M

of marketing at the University try." Copies of the Bible are to: of British Columbia. included in relief packages. Pho man and a clown, Arthur Lawn from Yeppoon church (pic- CHURCH CALENDAR tured with some of the children), entertained the children; gifts were donated by local businesses, and the party fin- July 13 Union Institutions Offering ished with a vegetarian smorgasbord tea. July 20 Adventist Media Day Adventist Media Evangelism Offering

RECORD June 29, 1996 5 Baubles, Bangles and Beads

by John Stehn

their pride by how they acted and dressed. engaging in spiritual fornication with the hat's wrong with wearing He then lists many items of jewellery, kings of the earth, and she suffers a similar Wearrings?" It's a question that including bangles crescent necklaces, ear- fate (Revelation 17:4, 16). more and more Adventist pastors, elders rings, bracelets, and nose rings (Isaiah and parents are being asked. Replies 3:16-23). These verses also talk about 5. Spiritual Qualities such as: "The church doesn't allow it," cloaks, shawls, purses and mirrors. The God neither commands nor condemns or "Mrs White says Adventists shouldn't verses are a condemnation of pride. And the wearing of jewellery. However, with wear jewellery," are, for many, not really that pride found outward expression with its clear association with pride, you do satisfactory.' the wearing of expensive clothes and jew- find more emphasis placed on spiritual What does the Bible say? ellery. beauty (see Proverbs 1:8, 9; 11:22; 20:15; Pride and adornments is an issue Ellen 25:11, 12). Although the writers are famil- The Old Testament White addresses. She speaks about the iar with the jewellery mentioned, they 1. Jewellery As a Gift "idolatry of dress" and asks whether new exalt spiritual qualities in preference. Mesopotamians wore necklaces, ear- converts are "vain in dress" and "cherish rings, amulets and other adornment. Many pride of heart." But she adds, "We should The New Testament were associated with religious beliefs and seek to make the best of our appearance."4 On the prodigal son's return, the forgiv- practices, such as the cult of the Pharaoh ing father has a ring put on his son's hand and the cult of the dead.' 4. A Symbol of God's Riches (Luke 15:22). This is generally thought to But even with its pagan association, The pride of the women of Zion was be a signet ring.5 It indicated his son was God's people wore jewellery. Isaac's gift reflected by the nation. This is seen in the welcomed back into the family with all the to Rebekah of was "a gold nose ring" and allegory of unfaithful Jerusalem. privileges that entailed. "two gold bracelets" (Genesis 24:22). Jerusalem is seen as an unwanted child Rebekah wore the bracelets and, proba- thrown out into the field to die (Ezekiel 1. Jewellery and Favouritism bly, the nose ring (verses 29, 30). At the 16:2, 3). God saves the child and pledges James warns against showing time Egyptians "wore two bracelets on to marry her. When she has reached mar- favouritism to those wearing "a gold ring each arm, one on the wrist and one above riageable age He lavishes all His riches on and fine clothes" (James 2:1, 2). James is the elbow."' There is no indication that the her. But she turns to spiritual prostitution not speaking about the wearing of jew- wearing of jewellery was against any by making alliances with the other ellery, but with the church pandering to command of God. It was given as a pre- nations. God's riches are portrayed as the wealthy at the expense of the poor. sent to Rebekah and accepted by her as expensive jewellery (verses 10-13). such. By contrast, God's judgment would 2. Jewellery and Worship result in Jerusalem being stripped of all Paul counsels women "to dress modest- 2. All Wore Jewellery her ornaments and left naked (verse 39). ly, with decency and propriety, not with The story of the golden calf indicates Later, when God brought them back from braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive that both men and women wore jewellery Babylonian captivity, He again uses jew- clothes, but with good deeds . . ." (1 (Exodus 32:2, 3). When David hears of ellery to picture His "salvation" and "righ- Timothy 2:9, 10, NIV). Saul's death he is shown Saul's "crown" teousness" (Isaiah 61:10, 11). His concern is regarding proper worship and "band" ("bracelet," KJV) that he wore The giving, or removing, of jewellery to (1 Timothy 2:1). His counsel includes men on his arm (2 Samuel 1:10). These pas- picture blessing or judgment is used in as well as women. Men are to pray with sages indicate that God's people in the Old Revelation to describe the contrasting uplifted "holy hands," thus demonstrating Testament, male and female, wore jew- future of New Jerusalem, and Mystery that their worship was clean and pure ellery. Babylon. (compare Isaiah 1:15, 16), and without New Jerusalem is like a "bride" "beauti- any argument or anger (1 Timothy 2:8). 3. Jewellery and Pride fully dressed for her husband" and Men were arguing over doctrinal mat- God's judgment upon Jerusalem and responded as a "very precious jewel." ters. They would come to worship and end Judah came because of the people's By contrast, Mystery Babylon is like up arguing over what false teachers were lifestyle. The women, God says, showed the pre-exilic Jerusalem, full of pride, and saying. These false teachers were able to

6 RECORD June 29, 1996 FEATURES

"worm their way into homes and gain con- trol over weak-willed women, who are loaded down with sins and are swayed by In Proper Perspective all kinds of evil desires, always learning by Karl Haffner but never able to acknowledge the truth" (2 Timothy 3:6, 7, NIV). oesn't it seem strange that we discuss jewellery while researchers project that 3. Jewellery and Modesty D120 million people will be infected with the AIDS virus by the year 2000? The false teachers were obviously find- Does it seem odd that we argue about whether or not "Mary" can work with our ing some of the women more easy than church children, while one of every three foetuses are aborted (in the US)? the men to convince. These women, Paul Why do we spend $5 on church-related buildings for every dollar we spend on says, were "weak-willed" and thus an evangelism? Does this honour the One who told us He doesn't "live in houses made open target for the false teachers. The by men"? What if we spent that money on AIDS hospices or food for the poor? women were targeted by their appearance. Maybe you can understand my sympathy for unchurched friends who scratch These women dressed up for the purpose their heads when Christians huddle to talk about being the light of the world. of public display, especially so at the wor- When "Theodore Theologian" rambles about glorification, justification and sanc- ship services. tification. When his counterpart, "Reverend Pat Popcorn," howls his holy hype: Paul says Christian women are to dress "Praise Gawd! Jump for joy! Etc, etc, etc!" modestly, with decency and use good Christian words without action are as valuable as manure. In a big pile it steams sense in what they wear—clothing them- and stinks and serves no good. But spread out it's a potent fertiliser. The gospel selves with better things, these being according to manure is simple: It's valuable when spread out. "good deeds." His mention of Eve and Karl Haffner is the pastor of the Tacoma, Washington, USA, church. Adapted from "The Gospel and deception is clearly directed to false teach- Manure," Divine Appointments, Vol 2, No 6. ers and their influence.' Paul was not saying all women should remain quiet and be taught by their hus- will eventually seek liberty. In the culture estly, not seductively. bands (see Romans 16:1-3 and Philippians of the time this would be futile and coun- 6. People do judge who you are by your 4:2, 3). He stresses the inward is often terproductive.' outward appearance. seen in the outward. Their appearance and This is the context within which Peter The stand the church has taken on jew- conduct was a sure give-away of their rela- speaks of a woman's submission to her ellery can be supported from Scripture. tionship with God. unbelieving husband. She is to seek to win That stand? "While recognising cultural him not by outward beauty, but by the differences, our dress is to be simple, 4. Jewellery, Submission, Salvation beauty of a "gentle and quiet spirit." Her modest, and neat, befitting those whose and Seduction "submission" has the salvation of her true beauty does not consist of outward Peter speaks about wives being "sub- unbelieving husband as its goal. adornment but in the imperishable orna- missive" to their husbands so that they It seems some Christian women were ment of a gentle and quiet spirit?" may win them to the Lord, not by what using a form of deception on their non- That may not be as black and white as they say, but by what they do (1 Peter 3:1). Christian husbands—gaining their hus- some would like, but the basic biblical He says their husbands should see band's approval through appearance. Peter principles are there. ❑ their beauty not in "outward adornment, says this is not the way Christians should such as braided hair and the wearing of conduct their lives.' 1. Martin Weber, Adventist Hot Potatoes, Pacific Neither Paul nor Peter condemn jew- Press, Boise, Idaho, 1991, page 44. gold jewellery and fine clothes . . ." but 2. Encyclopaedia Britannica Macropaedia, 15 ed, in the "inner self, the unfading beauty of ellery as such. Spiritual beauty is much vol 10, William Benton, Chicago, 1973, page 167. a gentle and quiet spirit . . ." (verses 2, 3, more important than outward adornment. 3. Funk & Wagnalls Infopedia, Future Vision, NIV). Peter, like Paul, has to be taken in That's their point. Spring Valley, NY, 1993, article "Jewelry" From the biblical evidence, several con- 4. Ellen G White, Testimonies for the Church, Vol context. 6, Pacific Press, Mountain View, California, 1948, Peter has just finished speaking about clusions can be drawn: page 96. Christians being in submission to "every 1. It has to be said that the Bible does 5. Francis D Nichol, Seventh-day Adventist Bible authority instituted among men . . ." (1 not condemn the wearing of jewellery as Commentary, Review & Herald, Washington, DC, Peter 2:13, NIV). Christian slaves are such. 1956, vol 5, page 821. 6. Walter A Elwell, ed, Evangelical Commentary instructed to also "submit" to their "mas- 2. Scripture places more emphasis on on the Bible, Baker Book House, Grand Rapids, ters with all respect" (verse 18, NIV). spiritual beauty than outward adornment. Michigan, 1989, page 1104. Sadly, this text has been used to justify 3. Pride is usually seen in outward dis- 7. Gilbert Bilezikian, Beyond Sex Roles, Baker Book House, Grand Rapids, Michigan, page 189. slavery. plays of adornment. 8. Ibid, page 190. Peter says the supreme example of sub- 4. Jewellery is used figuratively to 9. Fundamental Beliefs of Seventh-day Adventists, mission is the Lord Jesus Christ (verse describe God's blessing or, conversely, His "Christian Behaviour." 21). The point is this: any nation, or per- judgment. son, who is put down for long enough 5. Christian women should dress mod- John Stehn writes from Gladstone, Qld.

RECORD June 29, 1996 7 Having Made the Team by Gary Krause

Let's have a look at that motives and reasons for it. swim in April, he guaranteed himself a verse again. That may be In his second letter, the apostle Peter ticket to Atlanta. gives a long list of behaviour Christians what some people teach, Does that mean that Kieren can now should be aiming to achieve. He writes, just relax and do whatever he wants? but it isn't what my Bible "Make every effort to add to your faith Technically he could go off his strict diet says. goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and stop all exercise. But if he did, he'd and to knowledge, self-control; and to be a fool. He would be "ineffective and self-control, perseverance; and to perse- unproductive" in his knowledge of being verance, godliness; and to godliness, accepted to race for Australia. n the 1970s and early 1980s many brotherly kindness; and to brotherly Kieren isn't spending the lead-up to ISeventh-day Adventists discovered kindness, love" (2 Peter 1:5-7, NW). the Olympics just sitting around thinking what we call the doctrine of righteous- Then he gives the reason we should about how he was chosen. He's swim- ness by faith. They were overjoyed to "make every effort" to have these quali- ming. He's almost living in the pool. discover for the first time what the good ties. Verse eight says, "For if you possess He's not swimming to be chosen. He news really meant. They felt like they these can't help swimming because he has were walking from darkness into light. been chosen. An unfortunate by-product of The apostle Peter implies that this time was that good works Christians who ignore began to receive bad behaviour are "ineffec- press. People contrasted tive and unproduc- God's love and won- tive." They're con- derful grace with our tent with only a pitiful efforts as use- "head knowledge." less, sinful creatures. They don't experi- It became almost ence the joy of politically incorrect having God's love to talk about Christian —, change their lives. behaviour or standards. They don't have the To some extent that legacy joy of being effective and remains. productive in their knowl- Part of the problem is that good edge of Jesus. They don't have works have often been presented in the the joy that comes from living the way context of legalism—the view that we quali- God designed them to live. must perform to a certain standard ties in increasing measure, you will be This is the key. We don't obey God so before God will save us. Let's not mince guaranteed that God will accept you and that He will love us, accept us, or give us words here. Legalism is total heresy. The give you a place in heaven." a Gold Pass to heaven. He has done that. gospel completely and comprehensively Hang on. Let's have a look at that We obey God because His powerful love, opposes it. We're saved through the verse again. That may be what some with no strings attached, leads us to good grace and love of God alone—plus noth- people teach, but it isn't what my Bible works. We obey Him because His love ing. Our part is to accept the gift. says. My Bible says, "For if you possess "compels" us (see 2 Corinthians 5:14, Despite this, behaviour is vital. The these qualities in increasing measure, NIV). Bible keeps coming back to this subject. they will keep you from being ineffective An obedient Christian is effective and God's Word isn't particularly interested and unproductive in your knowledge of productive and leads others to Him. As in abstract theories and isolated doc- our Lord Jesus Christ" (2 Peter 1:8 NW, Jesus said, "Let your light so shine trines. Salvation is vital, but the Bible is italics added). before men, that they may see your good essentially a practical guide on how When Australian swimming champion works and glorify your Father in heav- human beings should live. Notice, for Kieren Perkins finally qualified for en." (Matthew 5:16, NKJV, italics instance, how much Jesus said about Olympic selection, millions of added). ❑ behaviour. Australians were greatly relieved. The key to understanding the impor- There's no question he was selected. By Gary Krause is the creative director of the Adventist Media Centre. tance of Christian behaviour lies in the coming second in the 1500-metre trial

8 RECORD June 29, 1996 You Oughta Know by Richard Duerksen

Alanis Morissette is suc- lions of other hopeless humans. In it cessful and should be she calls out for someone to give her happy, unless you believe patience, to calm the angry voices that Just One her songs. punch hatred into her heart. The relentless beat of her music pounds home her message of despera- Sinner tion, a message that cries for deliver- Tanis Morissette won four ance from a world of hopeless empti- by Ruth Rawson pGrammys this year for her ness. vocal recordings: Album of the Year, The grating voice of Alanis Rock Album of the Year, Rock Song of Morissette is not just another unintelli- For God so loved . . . the Year, Rock Song by a Female gible scream from MTV. Hers is the That He gave Vocalist. Her album Jagged Little Pill voice of many teenagers—secular, reli- His heart has sold more than six million copies, gious, Christian and Adventist. His soul and her Grammy-winning song about It also describes the shredded hearts His love. fairness and love, "You Oughta Know," of many pew-filling adults. Morissette is being played thousands of times each screams for acceptance, for forgiveness, day on stations around the world. for hope and for peace. It is a painful For God so loved . Alanis Morissette is successful and scream that should serve as a wake-up That He gave should be happy, unless you believe her call for Christians everywhere. up His throne songs. Morissette cries loudly, as if hoping in heaven The first song on the album, "All I the song of her need will reach through above. Really Want," is a cry from a well of the busyness of our churches into the emptiness, a cry that resonates purpose of our hope. It is as if she real- with that of mil- ly believes that somewhere, someone For God so loved . . . can actually deliver on her demands. That He gave She waits for some peace, His Son some justice, a to recreate place of com- humankind. mon understand- ing, a way to get untied from the For God so loved .. . "ties that bind." That He gave Patience. up everything Soulmates. He could, Deliverance. just to find .. . Kindreds. Peace. Comfort. Calm. Justice. That's all One sinner she wants. And it's who was lost. exactly what we can He gave up offer. His Son Maybe it's time we for me . . deliver. ❑

Richard Duerksen is the vice- on the cross. president for creative min- istries, Columbia Union Conference, USA. Reprinted, Ruth Rawson writes from Thurgoona, NSW. with permission, from Adventist Review.

RECORD June 29, 1996 9 Commitments During Tour CHURCH NEWS

hirty-one people in Parramatta people, reports Fiona George, Youth Toronto (NNSW): On May 4 the T(NSW) and 66 from the Palmerston Department secretary for the North New Toronto church celebrated the silver North and Auckland (NZ) area, made a Zealand Conference. The series conclud- anniversary of its present church build- spiritual commitment during a May tour ed with another 1000-strong youth rally ing with a reunion Sabbath day. Pastor of Australia and New Zealand by Pastor in the packed Papatoetoe church. Ron Craig, who helped establish the Richard Barron, General Conference church, preached the sermon. Memora- Youth Department associate director. bilia was displayed in the church foyer, The commitments were made during and students from Avondale College pre- evangelistic campaigns held in the sented music for the occasion. Pictured is Parramatta and Papatoetoe churches, and Longburn College. "Pastor Barron's gentle and endearing sense of humour, coupled with a succinct yet loving rebuke to those who attempt to slow the work of God, proved a win- ning formula," says Parramatta church

member Zen Wijeyesinghe. "One could rs feel that the Holy Spirit was working

through Pastor Barron." M Mea In Palmerston North, Pastor Barron to: also spoke at a youth rally attended by Pho approximately 1000 young people. Sandra Johns, bridesmaid to Denise Pastor Barron's "Cosmic Conflict" Readford when she married John evangelistic series, conducted in the Collett—the first couple to be married Papatoetoe church in Auckland, had a Pastor Richard Barron, General Conference in the building after its opening 25 years nightly attendance of some 200 young Youth Department associate director. ago.—Marjorie Mears

Wahroonga (GS): In a special service New Refuge Helps Women on May 11 the Wahroonga church hon- oured its young mothers. Dr Gerhard refuge for women and children with these groups, sharing their time Pfandl presented the unique role in the Avictims of abuse—has been estab- and expertise, making friends and family of the mother in the worship ser- lished in the Morisset, NSW, area as a strengthening bonds." vice entitled "The Queen Bee." Following result of a $A100,000 gift that enabled The shelter is staffed by trained vol- the service, parents associated with the the purchase of a residential property. unteer carers 24 hours a day. Before children's Sabbath school divisions were Called "Ronita Cottage," the facili- becoming co-directors for Ronita invited to a luncheon. "We aimed to make ty—a South Pacific Division AdCare Cottage, the Ellisons were co-directors this a special Sabbath for young mums, project—is managed by Dr Rod and of the Safecare Counselling Service in away from the responsibility of food Nita Ellison. It is independent of gov- the Western Australian and Greater preparation and caring for their little ernment support, but is supported by Sydney Conferences. nearby Adventist churches, and oper- The shelter also provides a chil- ates on donations and residence dren's play group: "It's socially a suc- charges. cess, with several young mums bring- The cottage has also received assis- ing their children and making friends tance from prominent NSW personali- with the residents," says Mrs Ellison.

ties, including the Hon Elisabeth Kirkby, The refuge has provided a home for d leader of the NSW Democrats, and other abused and homeless women for some people in the media. Community organi- seven months. In addition, it assists sations such as Rotary and the Lioness them by providing access to the legal M Townen Club, among others, have also helped system, medical care, real-estate to: Pho with fundraising. agents and regular shopping. Many "We've received strong support from who come are stressed, feeling help- ones," reports Pastor Max Townend. The church members and the local commu- less and unable to cope, says Mrs day concluded after an afternoon program nity," says Mrs Ellison. "Our own Ellison. "Our skills are tested to the (pictured) that included puppets and Bible church men and women have joined limit." stories.

10 RECORD June 29, 1996 Vanuatu Mission Assets Under Attack

group of Pango church members (Port vented Pastor Wright's reentry into appeared that AVila, Vanuatu), in the Western Pacific Vanuatu when he returned from Honiara, the Chief Union Mission (WPUM), have conspired Solomon Islands, but Pastor Wright Justice appre- to take control of the assets of the Vanuatu entered the country without difficulty ciated the Mission, declaring themselves to be "The (even though two officers were sent to insights into Seventh-day Adventist Church in the carry out the order). the history, the Republic of Vanuatu," reports the WPUM "It seems clear that a group of people structure, the president, Pastor Calvyn Townend. used their influence to have Pastor Wright functions, the "The constitution of the alternate deported from Vanuatu before the case teachings and [Pango] group made it clear that they wish was heard by the Supreme Court on June the name of to take over the entire Vanuatu Mission," 7," said Pastor Townend. the Seventh- says Pastor Townend. Bislama- and English-language news day Adventist Article 14 of "The Constitution of the bulletins broadcast by Radio Vanuatu on Church." Seventh-day Adventist Church of the June 7 (and prior to the sitting of the During the Republic of Vanuatu" says, "All title deeds Supreme Court) told of the action taken lunchtime held in trust overseas be returned immedi- by the acting Minister of Immigration in break, amid ately to the rightful owners—the Seventh- declaring Pastor Wright an undesirable rumours that day Adventist Church of the Republic of immigrant. Pastor Wright Vanuatu." Pastor Townend and Pastor Wright, was to be At present all title deeds for church with legal representation (including deported the Pastor Errol Wright, Vanuatu properties in Vanuatu are held at the South Melbourne solicitor Lloyd McMahon), next day, it was Mission president and the focus discovered that of a political attack on the church. Pacific Division office in Sydney. attended the small and crowded Supreme The Vanuatu Mission has almost Court for the June 7 hearing. Pastor a seat had been reserved in his name on a 12,000 adult members. The assets at stake Townend said the Chief Justice was not flight out the next morning. When the are the church buildings of 135 congrega- inclined to hear the case or offer a judg- church's barrister brought this to the tions, 12 mission primary schools (with ment because he felt it was a matter for attention of the Chief Justice, he brought 804 students), 11 church schools (a further the church to resolve. He did not wish to down an injunction on Pastor Wright, for- 315 students), and Aore Adventist set a precedent that could be construed to bidding him to leave Vanuatu until the Academy (290 students). The mission prevent people worshipping in a church case was settled. runs four health clinics. of their choice. He adjourned proceedings Pastor Townend continued giving evi- Problems arose when the Vanuatu to June 11. dence after lunch, including cross-exami- Mission tried to register the church name The executive committee of the nation. Pastor Wright was called to give in Vanuatu. The constitution of the Pango Vanuatu Mission met on June 8 and evidence and described the tensions church group (the Pango church is given drafted a strong letter to the prime minis- between the mission and the Pango as the registered office for "The Seventh- ter, members of parliament and other group. He was cross-examined briefly. day Adventist Church in the Republic of influential people in Vanuatu expressing When the Chief Justice invited the Vanuatu") was already processing their the church's disappointment with the Pango group barrister to present their case constitution, which included protection of Minister of Immigration for his failure to and call witnesses, she said they had the "Seventh-day Adventist Church" name present reasons for the order and for his nothing more to say. from use by anyone else, including the lack of consultation with the mission The Chief Justice had a brief discus- Vanuatu Mission of the Seventh-day before declaring Pastor Wright an "unde- sion with the barristers and agreed to give Adventist Church. sirable immigrant." both sides four days to present written The mission was told that a decision "We request that the government with- submissions, including any cases in would have to be made by the Vanuatu draw the order against Pastor Wright and Vanuatu or other jurisdictions that would Supreme Court. This was set down for that the Minister of Immigration offer a give information on the issues being June 7. public apology to Pastor Wright and the addressed. According to Pastor Townend, political Seventh-day Adventist Church," said the He said he would hand down his judg- influence was used to block the return to letter. ment on or before June 17. the country of Vanuatu Mission president The media was present for the June 11 In his closing remarks, the Chief Pastor Errol Wright. On June 3 the Pango hearing. The Chief Justice was now will- Justice expressed concern that the acting group succeeded in persuading the ing to hear evidence, and Pastor Townend Minister of Immigration, who was one of Minister of Immigration to have Pastor was in the witness box for the morning. the signatories to the Pango constitution, Wright declared an "undesirable immi- "The Chief Justice took extensive was alleged to have signed the order grant." notes," he reported. "I believe the Holy against Pastor Wright.—Lee Dunstan, This order would normally have pre- Spirit directed my presentation and it Bruce Manners

RECORD June 29, 1996 11 Teachers Learn About Outdoor Ed (KLAs) workshop. The key learning areas were applied to outdoor education primary teachers from the North in order to produce strategies for teach- and South New South Wales ing the subject in schools. Other experi- Conferences were taught the fun- ences included workshops on coopera- damentals of outdoor education— tive learning by Lyn Keating and Shireen and how to teach it—in interactive Aveling. curriculum meetings held at the Dr Roy said a highlight of the meetings Yarrahapinni, NSW, camp facility was an agape supper on the Friday recently. The Curriculum for evening and the associated Sabbath pro- Adventist Primary Educators gram that followed: "The spirit of (CAPE) meetings were held at the Christian love and fellowship growing church's Yarrahapinni Outdoor from these worship events led a number of Education Centre on the Mid- the teachers to remark that this was the North Coast of NSW. best CAPE programs yet." The four-day-long, "hands-on" Mr Dean said that in this the teachers education program allowed teach- "shared their memories of Jesus and how ers to experience some of the con- He is a special partner both in and out- fidence-building activities they side the classroom." might expose students to in physi- cal-education training courses. Historic Church's The activities included abseiling and tackling a rope-bridge cross- 100th Birthday ing, which, according to Barry Dean, principal of Wagga Wagga (3' Adventist Primary School, "some cc 0 teachers actually enjoyed." Dr Don Roy, associate educa- tion director for the South Pacific Primary teacher Sharon Miller prepares to abseil at Division and a curriculum expert, a recent CAPE meeting held at Yarrahapinni, NSW. conducted a key learning areas Adventist Photo

Gets Stamp of "The historic North Fitzroy (Vic) church (pictured above), where Adventism in Approval Australia first put down its roots, will cele- brate its centenary on September 14. The new 10 cent stamp and an church is just a few hundred metres from AAustralia Post $1 postcard the original Echo Publishing Company both feature a photo of the building in North Fitzroy, where the first Powerful Owl taken by Pastor Bible Echo and Signs of the Times was Lyndon Schick, the health and published in the 1880s. communication director for the The centenary committee plan a "low Greater Sydney Conference. key" event with few visiting dignitaries, Pastor Schick recognised the says Mr Winston Kent, the communica- bird as a rarity when it perched tions secretary. They plan an 11 am wor- in a tree outside a window of ship service by their present church pastor, the Greater Sydney Conference Pastor Mery Sparrowhawk, and a Sabbath offices, in Strathfield. school lesson study by Dr Geoff Madigan, He sent the photograph to the principal of Avondale College, whose Australian Museum's Nature grandparents and other relatives were Focus where the designers of members of the church in its early years. the "Nature of Australia" series The refurbished rear hall at the church, of stamps found it. The stamp damaged by fire last year, was rededicat- series was released on May 9. The Australia Post postcard version of Pastor ed in June, and will be available for the Schick's classic nature photograph. expected centenary visitors.

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'90s Women Get Together on NSW North Coast conference for NSW Mid-North ACoast church women's ministries leaders, entitled "How to Be Feminine and Christian in the '90s," was held at the Stuarts Point Convention Centre recently. The meeting was attended by Carole Ferch-Johnson, the South Pacific Division Women's Ministries Depart- ment director. Mrs Ferch-Johnson presented meet- ings that dealt with God's acceptance of a variety of women in the Bible and showed how their experiences relate to contemporary women. She also out- lined the aim and role of women's ministries within the church. Those who attended—including several women who are not church 0 members—"felt their relationship with

(.0 God was enhanced by learning more 0 about themselves," says Alison Buckley, the secretary of the Mid- The charter members of the Mid-North Coast Chapter of Women's Ministries pictured at their North Coast Chapter of Women's inaugural meeting: A better understanding of the role of women in the church. Ministries.

Send Us Your Drawing e know there are chil- AP. Wdren out there who really enjoy drawing and painting. You can colour in this picture. When you have done that, we would love to have you send in a picture that you have drawn or painted, and we will share it in the Record for others to see. It doesn't matter what size the picture is, or what colours you use (although it is better to use strong colours). The pictures can be about a Bible story, a scene from the life of Christ, or even of heaven and how you imagine it to be. Perhaps there's even a pic- ture already stuck on your fridge at home that you would like to share!

RECORD June 29, 1996 13 Lipman—Johnston. Damion Joshua Hospital. Married Jim Howlett on 3.12.36 at Volunteer Position Available for a Appreciation Lipman, son of Greigory and Anne Lipman Lithgow. Predeceased by her husband. She is couple to serve as custodians of Mrs E G (Loganlea, Brisbane. Old), and Sharon survived by her sister, Francis (Albion Park, White's home at Cooranbong, NSW, affec- Dawson, Harold Nicholas, born 11.11.33 at Leanne Johnston, daughter of Robert and NSW); and brothers, Stan and Reg. tionately known as "Sunnyside." Suitable Bathurst, NSW; died accidentally at his home Dianne Johnston (Arana Hills), wee married Ray Jackson applicants would be required to live on the at Beecroft on 24.3.96. We wish to extend on 9.6.96 at Springwood SDA church. premises in the free accommodation provided grateful thanks for the prayers, love, affec- Malcolm Potts McIntyre, Shirley May, born 9.8.29 in on the top floor. Electricity and telephone tion, cards and floral tributes extended to the Melbourne. Vic; died 17.5.96 in Melbourne. (except STD/IDD calls) is provided. family by so many at this sad time. His wife, Martin—Wright. Scott Robert Martin, son Married Alex McIntyre in 1961 in Applicants should be missionary-minded Thelma (Beecroft), 97-year-old mother, Myra of Robert Martin (Christchurch, New Melbourne. Shirl was baptised in Sydney in Seventh-day Adventists who have the ability Dawson (Nerang, QId), sisters, Enid Lett Zealand) and Robyn Webb (Old), and Lee- 1989. Predeceased by her husband, she is sur- to represent the Church to the hundreds of (Canberra, ACT) and Val Hogan (Coffs Ann Wright, daughter of John and Frances vived by her children, Catherine Young and people who visit each year. Responsibilities Harbour. NSW), and brother Ira (Benowa, Wright (Wauchope, NSW), were married on Peter (both of Melbourne). Having been will include, supervising a team of volun- Qld). 28.4.96 at "Evermore," Barrington. involved with RSL and War Widows activi- teers, promoting/liaising with local tourism Peter Saunders ties, both organisations were represented and associations and authorities, caring for the Evans. Ken and Robyn Bush, Phillip and involved in her funeral service. displays in the house and museum, as well as Jeanette Evans and Graham and Sylvia Simonsen—Giles. Andrew Scott Mery Sparrowhawk maintaining the home and grounds. Evans, wish to thank the church family for Simonsen, son of Ian and Betty Simonsen Applicants should write, enclosing refer- their prayers, cards, telephone calls and visits (North Rocks, Sydney, NSW), and Patti Kay Tyrrell, Elizabeth (Betty) Mary, born ences, to Pastor V B Parmenter, Associate during the illness and passing of our father, Giles, daughter of Stanley and Lyn Giles 24.3.26 at Tauranga, New Zealand; died Secretary, South Pacific Division. 148 Fox Bill, and the sudden passing of our mother, (Whangarei, New Zealand), were married on 16.5.96 at Redlands Hospital, Redland Bay, Valley Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076, or Nora. Many thanks to the staff at Sydney 2.6.96 at Thornleigh SDA church, Sydney, Old. A memorial service was held in the phone Mrs Janene McCathie on (02) 489 Adventist Hospital and to Pastors Adrian NSW. Adventist Retirement Village chapel on 7122 to arrange for an interview. Hemming, Peter Fowler and Ross Goldstone R E Possingham 20.5.96. Betty married Wallace William for their continued ministry at this most dis- Tyrell in 1946. He predeceased her on Wanted: Family Doctors. •Small tressing time. Spence—Winter. Scott Joseph Laurence 11.6.73. She is survived by her sons, Christian hospital, •High-tech, •Walk to Spence, son of Colleen Spence (Perth, WA) Geoffrey (Townsville), Simon (Sydney, work, •Fee for service, •Multiculmml. and the late Gary Spence, and Sherry Lee NSW) and Adrian (Brisbane, QId). Wanted: Nurses. •General Duty, Anniversaries Winter, daughter of Gerhardt and Cheryl R Lee, S A Bartlett • ICU/CCU, •Midwifery, •Small Christian Winter (Perth), were married on 3.12.95 at hospital, •Multicultural. Hill, Bob and Elsie celebrated their 50th Fremantle SDA church. For more information, write to Vice-President wedding anniversary on 27.4.96. Married on Milton Gray Advertisements for Nursing, Hong Kong Adventist Hospital, 27.4.46 at St Andrews Presbyterian church, 40 Stubbs Road. Hong Kong, or fax 852 2572 Auckland, New Zealand, Bob and Elsie lived Wilson—Roenfeldt. Darren Wilson, son Please Note: Neither the editor, Signs 9813. first in Ponsonby, then for the the last 42 of Ron and Jenny Wilson (Frankston, Vic), Publishing Company, nor the Seventh-day years in Panmure. Elsie became an Adventist and Dianne Heinicke Roenfeldt (Mildura). Adventist Church is responsible for the quali- Sydney Adventist Hospital in 1962 and Bob in 1964, as a result of a Billy were married on 24.5.96 at Mildura. ty of goods or services advertised. Graduates Association invites former Graham rally, then attending an evangelistic Ross Chadwick Publication does not indicate endorsement of School of Nursing graduates to our annual campaign conducted by Pastor A V Bambury. a product or service. dinner to be held in the hospital cafeteria, Several years earlier they had purchased Sunday, July 14, 1996. Special classes being books from Henry Thompson, a literature Obituaries evangelist. Bob and Elsie are members of the Glen Inns church. They have two sons, three Burge, John Alfred Lindsay, born 19.12.20 daughters and 13 grandchildren. "The secret at Redbank,Vic; died 30.5.96 at Boolarra. His NATIONAL CHRISTIAN FAMILY LIFE CONFERENCE to a happy marriage is plenty of love and a daughter, Wilma, predeceased him in 1949, firm belief in God," said Elsie. and his first wife, Evelyn (Maple), in 1958. Christina Willcocks He married Kathleen on 24.4.94. He is sur- vived by his wife (Boolarra); sons, Gary and Lester (both of Vic); and daughters, Nadine Weddings Butterworth (NT) and Valda Evans (Vic). Malcolm Reid Butler-White—Herbert. David Butler- White, son of John and Hazel Butler-White Holley, Agnes Emily (Ness), born 17.7.05 (Perth, WA), and Heather Gay Herbert, at Otago, South New Zealand; died 25.5.96 in daughter of Thomas and Madge Haworth Christchurch. Married Arthur Frederick (Perth), were married on 25.11.95 at the Holley in 1929 in Auckland. He predeceased Botanic Gardens, Wanneroo. her in 1935. They had studies with Pastor F L Milton Gray Sharp and with their son, Owen, attended Ponsonby church. Later Ness and Owen Coffin—Chandler. Mark Duane Coffin, attended Balmoral, then Dunedin and for 48 son of Arthur Coffin (Brisbane, QId) and years Papanui church. Ness is survived by her Michelle Saintclaire (Fennell Bay, NSW), son and daughter-in-law, Owen and Winsome RAISING SONS and Debbie Chandler, daughter of Alvin and (nee Chinn); three grandchildren, Kevin, Fay Chandler (Palmers Channel), were mar- Geoffry and Jillayne Ennor; and nine great- RAISING DAUGHTERS ried on 19.5.96 in the chapel at Yarrahapinni grandchildren. developing masculine and feminine qualities in our children

Youth and Ecology Centre. James Fletcher TOPICS INCLUDE: Wayne French "The Wounded Male" "Raising Sons, Raising Fathers" "You Are Your Father's Daughter" "Chuing the Fantasy of Femininity" Howard, Donald Ralph, born 28.3.63; died "The Angry Male" "Ways Mothers Influence Gender Identity in Daughters" Jones—Blencowe. Nicholas David 1.6.96 at his home at Crookwell. The service WORKSHOPS INCLUDE: Jones, son of Kathleen Jones (Bridgetown, was conducted in the Uniting church as mem- "Fathers - Breaking the bonds of Shame" "Exploring Male/Female Differences in Martinge" WA) and the late Hector Jones, and Sandra bers of the Howard family have lived in "Healing the Father-Daughter Bond" Joyce Blencowe, daughter of Jack and Crookwell for 140 years. Many folk came to "The Gender Dilemma In the Church as 'Family." Margery Hewitt (Perth), were married on pay their last respects to Don, who had SPECIAL GUESTS: Dr Earl Henslin Clinical Psychologist, California, USA 21.4.96 at Fremantle. endeared himself to those in the town and dis- Valerie Cox-May Marriage Counsellor, UfeCare, Sydney Milton Gray trict. He is survived by his wife, Linda (nee Dr Carolyn Quadri° Psychiatrist, NSW University, Sydney Geriinda gr Ian Spencer Marriage Counsellors, Sydney Jones); parents, Colin and Valerie Howard; Liggett—Robinson. Gavin Martin brothers, Bruce and Glen; and sister, Carol; TOTAL CONFERENCE COST $130 Liggett, son of Keith and Fay Liggett as well as other family members and a host of JULY 29, 30 1996 (Dargaville, New Zealand), and Addle friends. WAHROONGA, SYDNEY Lynley Robinson, daughter of John and Tom T Turner, Bruce Price, Rev A Swain APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FROM THE CONVENOR: Glenys Robinson (Mangere), were married on Bryan Craig, 148 Fox Valley Rd., Wahroonga, NSW 2076 Phone: 02 847 3224 2.6.96 at Papatoetoe SDA church. Howlett, Alma Ivy, born 24.3.12 at Yurong John M Denne Creek, NSW; died 30.5.96 at Lithgow

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Accommodation and insur- one-bedroom resident-funded units now avail- Hendersons Solicitors has acquired the legal Advertisers Please Note: All advertise- ance provided. Volunteer pays own air- able. Prices range from $75,300 to $89,000. practice of Long & Company formerly con- ments should be sent to Record Editor, Signs fares to Bangkok return. The units are suitable for single persons or ducted by Ken Long. All files and other securi- Publishing Company, Warburton Vic 3799. married couples. Azalea Court is handy to ty documents are now held by this firm. Advertisements approved by the editor will be Volunteer Midwife to serve in the local shops and rail. The price will largely be Inquiries should be directed to Anne Bindley inserted at the following rates: first 30 words, Sopas Adventist Hospital, Papua New refunded when you leave and a new occupant or Ken Henderson by phone (02) 252 4799, by $A30; each additional word, $A1.50. For your Guinea, for 12 months. Commencement is found. Fortnightly payment of about $50 is advertisement to appear, payment must be date—negotiable. Contact Pastor Eric also payable. Contact AIf Miller on (02) 476 Apprentice Cook Wanted. enclosed. Classified advertisements in the White, Coordinator Volunteer Services, 6063 or Eris Gillis on (02) 9987 4862 for fur- Warburton Hospital requires an Record are available to Seventh-day Adventist South Pacific Division, 148 Fox Valley ther details. A project of Association of apprentice cook for its busy vege- members, churches and institutions only. Road, Wahroonga NSW 2076. Phone Business and Professional Members (02) 847 3333 or fax direct (02) 847 Limited. tarian restaurant and hospital. 3369. Some evening arid weekend work Remember India! Winter Tour 17.12.96 - 21.1.97 and is required. The successful appli- Where You're . . . Headed? 21.1.97 - 25.2.97. Reserve your place now. cant must be self-motivated, will- Cooranbong Florist. Flowers for al Please phone (08) 8945 2485 Mon-Fri, 10 ant - ing to work hard and show a keen Get the Signs occasions. Also a member of "Petals" net 4 pm, or write to Personal Guide Services— interest in vegetarian cuisine. work, sending flowers worldwide. Phone Jean India, Box 42066, Casuarina NT 0811. Applications to Food Services Williamson on (049) 77 2547, mobile 019 314 Manager, PO Box 300, 714, or contact 5 Alton Road, Cooranbong Tasmanian Luxury Beach Holiday Finally: The tragedy of NSW 2265. House. Centrally situated at Swansea, east Warburton, Vic 3799. Inquiries our day is not unanswered coast. Fantastic view of Freycinet. Pets wel- phone (059) 66 4409. RSVP Save $$$ off Your Phone Bill—Save come. VCR, books. From $300 weekly. August 9, 1996. prayer, but unoffered up to 60% off your international telephone Phone/fax (003) 44 5507. Cheaper unit avail- prayer.

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