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.94 (-111.1 (:) jrj SJ VANTAGE POINT MALCOLM GORDON Southern Union President We Shall Come Rejoicing, Bringing in the Sheaves

In this issue we take a look at the State of the organization which was birthed in the Southern Union 56 Union for the 2002-2003 fiscal year. I am so pleased to years ago. Church Ministries also provides leadership in announce that our growth has been outstanding (be sure the areas of children, youth, adults, community service, to see the cover feature), and our departments continue to disaster response, Pathfinders, Sabbath school, steward- strengthen the Southern Union with their dedicated ser- ship, NSO, and so much more. vice to conferences and constituents. The results of our Evangelism leaders are clearly Treasury reports the blessing of increasing tithe and shown in the membership growth. This figure is assisted mission offerings. Our treasurer, Richard Center, reports by the tremendous growth of our Hispanic membership, that more tithe has been received from the Southern served by the new Hispanic Ministries department. Now Union to bless God's work around the world than from ministering to a long-ignored population group is the any other union in the world field. In fact, more tithe is office of Native American Ministries. Meeting the needs received for God's work in the Southern Union than in of and promoting growth among women is the special any other world division. Our Association Revolving concern of Women's Ministries. Fund notes that church members have so increased their Communication continues to spread the good news investing that we now have more money available to through outstanding publications such as the Southern loan to churches and schools than ever in our history. Tidings, evangelism marketing, and the church and high- Likewise, Planned Giving/Trust Services continues to way sign program. Another behind-the-scenes department offer our membership many excellent ways to invest and is Computer Services, which endeavors to keep us all help Adventist organizations at the same time. working efficiently. One department that you may not be The umbrella of Church Ministries has seen tremen- dous enthusiasm displayed by laymen in ASI, a national please turn to page 7

PAGE 6 • COVER STORY Calendar 30 We're GROWING Again Classified Advertising 26 by Malcolm Gordon NEWS Carolina 4 PAGE 23 • FLORIDA FEATURE Florida 9 Women in Need Georgia-Cumberland 12 by Karen Spruill Gulf States 14 Kentucky-Tennessee 16 PAGE 24 • SOUTHEASTERN FEATURE South Atlantic 18 Dare to Dream South Central 19 by Olson Perry Southern Adventist University 20 Features GAAA's Concert Choir Builds Professional Legacy 3 COVER PHOTO BY RON QUICK Making a Difference 21 SOUTHERN TIDINGS (USPS 507-000) VOLUME 98 NUMBER 6, JUNE 2003. Published monthly by the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. School Opens Doors to Church 31 Free to members. $8 yearly subscription to others. Periodical postage paid at Decatur, GA, and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER send changes of Cover: Each dedicated church member of the Southern Union family is cred- address to SOUTHERN TIDINGS, P.O. Box 849, Decatur, GA 30031. ited for its tremendous growth in tithes, offering, and membership.

2 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 SOUTH ATLANTIC FEATURE BY OLSON PERRY GAAA'S Cattail Choir Builds Professional Legacy Luther Washington playing the Oakwood College church organ.

ixty-five students stood in elegant purple robes, trimmed with eventually injure their vocal cords and voices in general, and dam- white and gold, in the Oakwood College church choir loft age their vocal cords irreparably in the long term," she continued Swaiting for the director, Luther Washington, to cue the open- as she beamed with excitement. "The literature they sing is very ing notes. balanced. It shows their ability to sing all kinds of genres of music As I sat in the congregation of about 2300 worshipers, I an- and do it in a very correct and professional way. They are a credit ticipated the sounds of a typical high school choir—decent, but to the academy, and I'm exceptionally proud of the director, who lacking experience and professionalism. Instead, along with the is a former student." members of the congregation, I was amazed at the sounds which In describing the uniqueness of the choir, Leola Wade, GAAA were released. principal, sums it up as "the genius of Mr. Washington." She says, The Greater Atlanta Adventist Academy Concert choir from "he just knows how to get that sound out of the choir." He has been Atlanta, Georgia, sounded like a professional, well rehearsed choir doing just that for 15 years. familiar with its vast repertoire of classical, contemporary, and "I am proud of the way the students have demonstrated such liturgical manuscripts usually associated with institutions which maturity in their execution of the selections," said Washington. specialize in training musicians. The choir responded to every "The students have sung with such musical accuracy and precision, motion, gesture, and command of the director, echoing his demon- as well as displaying pathos and emotion in their singing," he said. stration of musical techniques that provided color and interpretation Washington reminds us that the typical teenager is shy and laid to familiar works, brought to life by Washington's direction. back in their approach to life, and getting them to be aggressive in "They were absolutely wonderful. Exquisite!" said Eurydice their musical delivery is a feat. "I must admit," he said, "I've had Osterman, PhD., professor of music, Oakwood College. "I was a few high school choirs that failed to project vocally, even though most impressed with the mature sound of these high school students, I insisted. They just couldn't." some of whom have changing voices. Even when they sang the As Mr. Washington lays down his baton at GAAA, he reflects gospel songs, I could hear the implementation of the vocal train- and cherishes the great moments and highlights of his teaching ing. It's not typical of the way gospel singers sing today. Many of career at GAAA. "I trust that the person to follow me will have today's performers are not trained and generally scream. They'll the same commitment to excellence that I've tried to display and execute. What a challenge it's been, but I have no regrets. I praise God for giving me the talent and ability to share with the young people as I have, and that they will remember the lessons of life I've tried to teach them as well," said Washington Recent performances include the California State Legislature; the Elmshaven Estates, Ellen White's last home; Sacramento Adventist Academy; Capitol City church, and Oakland's Immanual Temple church where they were greeted by packed audiences who rewarded with standing ovations. A performance at the Sacramento Central church was recorded for later broadcast throughout the Sacramento area. GAAA's Concert choir and chorale in performance.

JUNE 2003 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • 3 CAROLINA • CONFERENCE BY L.V. STAMP

Captain David Arrendondo is a chaplain for the 503rd Military Po- Four Weeks and Sixteen lice Battalion (airborne), recently deployed to Iraq. Arrendondo began his military career in the U.S. Navy Souls Later... as an enlisted man. It was aboard ship, while studying his Bible, that During the weeks beginning March 8, ters, soloists, and chefs. The pastor he discovered the Sabbath. The 2003, and ending April 5, 2003, seeds of opened each meeting with prayer and was young sailor wanted to follow the spiritual harvest were planted by John available to anyone who needed more in- direction of the Holy Spirit in the Earnhardt accompanied by his wife Crys- formation about the church. Each church matter of Sabbath observance, but tal and the musical ministry of Kevin and member is looking forward to the next he had some difficulty. Karen Pires. time they will be able to sow the seeds of When Arrendondo refused to The result of this evangelistic harvest the gospel in whatever capacity they may pull duty on the Sabbath, he was or- reaped eight new members into the find. dered to clean out some abandoned Fayetteville church through baptism and lockers. It was in those lockers that eight current members who rededicated he found Adventist literature which their lives. Earnhardt, the first cousin of led Arrendondo to the Three Angels Dale Earnhardt, presented a powerful Message and the Adventist Church. seminar on the book of Revelation that After his tour of duty in the Navy, touched the souls of all who sought the Arrendondo studied at Southwest- word of God. ern Adventist University in Texas Kevin and Karen Pires provided their and the Seminary at Andrews Uni- music ministry and blessed the commu- versity. nity through their personal visits to homes We're proud of Captain of the guests attending the meetings. Mrs. Arrendondo as we are with all of Earnhardt's health talks were eye-openers. our servicemen and women. Keep Eating habits of many were modified as a these brave men and women and result of her insight. their families in your prayers as The Fayetteville church family they proudly serve their country strapped on their "let's get busy" belts and John and Crystal Earnhardt (left), during these difficult times. served as greeters, child care providers, along with Karen and Kevin Pires, led parking lot attendants, musicians, choris- out in the meetings.

4 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 CAROLINA • CONFERENCE

Taking Care of the Marines The Jacksonville, NC, church takes an active roll in support of the Marines that are deployed from Camp Lejeune, re- ports Tom Poole, pastor. Pictured are Annette Rogers, Kim Chrispin and Linda Poole. These ladies are putting together "care packages" to be mailed to the de- in War Zone ployed Marines. Annette's husband is one of the Marines deployed to Iraq at the In many ways, Fayetteville church is an isolated case. present time. While the men are away, the in a war zone. They are within minutes of Pastor John Huskins, and his congre- church provides another much-needed Fort Bragg. Half of their members are in gai ion have devised some thoughtful and service. A couple of teens volunteer their some way connected to the military. The helpful ways to minister to these fami- time to babysit so the young mothers can needs are very different from most con- lies. They offer car checks on Sundays have a "ladies-night-out." gregations. Take, for example, Teresa. Her for those needs that most husbands take husband was sent overseas in April, just care of, like checking tires, oil etc. If a three hours after the birth of their twins. washing machine or other appliance She is now left to take care of a four-year breaks, they send someone over to check old, a two-year old and two infants. She is out the problem and either fix it or ad- one of many military wives who are left vise them. Support groups meet regularly behind wondering what will happen to in the church. There are many hands Years their husbands and how will they manage reaching out to comfort, babysit and en- to take care of a family alone. This is not courage. 5 Ima Woodell celebrated her 95th birthday on April 11. She married Claude Woodell, a fellow student at Scouting Out the Radio Station High Point school, and they had a daughter, Jacqueline, born in 1928. They together owned the Dixie The Columbia First church radio sta- tha t WBAJ was the most fun. They had Cookie Co. in Columbia. Ima was tion, WBAJ, was recently visited by a an opportunity to make a commercial very active in the church through the group of local Cub Scouts. The group of while at the station. Radio schedules years. She now lives with her grand- six and seven-year-olds were visiting the were sent home with each young boy, so daughter, Debbie Peeples, and they station to complete their requirements for hopefully their families will be among open their home to a weekly ladies' a media honor badge. They had appar- the listeners in the future. This was yet Bible study. ently been to other locations in their pur- another way for the station to be a com- suit of the honor, but they made it known munity witness.

JUNE 2003 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • 5 STATE OF THE UNION REPORT MALCOLM GORDON Southern Union Leads Southern Union President North American Unions in Membershi We're GROVYING Again

he Southern Union Conference recently achieved a milestone in growth when the Tnumber of baptized members in our eight- state territory reached 209,943. This latest growth means the Southern Union is now the largest union in the entire North American Division. NAD MEMBERSHIP GROWTH BY UNIONS More phenomenal growth has also occured in tithes and offerings. The Southern Union now receives more 1992 - 2002 tithe than any other union—and, in fact, than any other division—in the world. 250,000 We recognize that this growth begins with each dedi- cated Church member. Your faithful membership, per- 200,000 sonal evangelism, and exemplary stewardship leads to healthy churches, strong conferences, and ultimately, a 150,000 growing and flourishing union. The graphs on these two pages represent our annual 100,000 union financial review for the 10-year span of 1992 to 2002. Each union in North America is sharing in the 50,000 work to hasten Christ's soon return. To God be the honor, praise, and thanks! ATL CAN COL LAIC M-A N-P PAC SU SW

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50,000- aware of until you need it, is Public Affairs and Religious Liberty, working through legal chan-

40,000 nels to guard the Sabbath-keeping rights of our membership. 30,000 Education began an exciting new effort called the Adventist EDGE, which will innovate teach- 20,000 ing methods across the Union and engage students in the learning process. Also ministering to youth 10,000 through some of their programs is the Health depai tinent. They share other similar goals with Medical-Dental by providing education and con- ferences for Adventist health professionals. The Ministerial department ministers to the minister, giving support to nearly 700 ministe- NAD TITHE GROWTH BY UNIONS rial families in the Southern Union territory. 1992 - 2002 Ministering to others is also embraced by Special Ministries, including inner city, prison ministry, and disability ministry. And, Publishing ministers $160,000,000 to the surrounding community via the efforts of 5140,000,000 student and adult literature evangelists. $120,000,000 1 Truly, we are blessed, both in membership $100,000,000 and in the dedicated service of our Southern

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COMING TO A CAMPMEETING NEAR YOU... TELLING the STORY of BUS A MISSION ADVENTURE "Telling the Story of Jesus" is an inspiring, up-to-the-minute look at Adventist Mission, demonstrating how the advent message is being proclaimed throughout the world. • Local mission initiatives and their impact • How volunteers are changing the face of mission • Audience interactive quitzes and interviews • Reports from Global Mission, AWR, Ingathering: Hope For Humanity, Loma Linda Universkty, ADRA, and othpr church mislion; 00000ations Special rePitIrtiMissioii- initiatives ,. here in North America Hosted by the Noah American Division staff

Coming to 3S Campmeetings throughout North America this summer. Check your local conference newsletters for dates and times, or visit www.nadadventist.org/ma/cm2003 for more details. 11 ADVENTIST MISSION Seventh-day Adventist Church 12501 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904

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FLORIDA • CONFERENCE 4111g Auk BY CINDY KURTZ HALS A Man for All Time— The Incomparable Christ It Is Written Evangelistic Outreach Impacts the Orlando Community

Orlando residents recently experi- As a direct result of It enced "the incomparable Christ" through Is Written initiatives in the Mark Finley's live series titled, "A Man Orlando area, more than for All Time." The event took place March 150 people have made de- 21-29 at Forest Lake Academy and served cisions for baptism and 80 as the culmination of many Orlando-area have been baptized. Florida outreach events sponsored by It Is Writ- Conference President ten Television, the Florida Conference and Lewis Hendershot enthusi- local pastors. Interest in the event was so astically said of the series, high that churches around the globe tuned "We deeply appreciate the in to watch the series live via Adventist spiritual impact these meet- Communication Network/Adventist Tele- ings have had on our vision Network satellite. churches. This was like a It Is Written Bible instructors and lo- mini camp meeting." cal pastors tirelessly worked in the Or- To watch "A Man for lando area for more than a year to prepare More than 2,300 church members and visitors All Time" online, please residents for the series. In early 2003, It Is packed the Forest Lake Academy auditorium on the visit http://www.iiw.org/ Written employees Ernestine Finley, Rob- first night of the series. ert Costa and Tony Moore each held his own successful evangelistic meetings in an effort to capture the interest of the com- "deeper spiritual life." munity. "The obvious manifesta- John was so committed to telling people about The final major event, "A Man for All tion of the Spirit of God the series that he drove all over Orlando picking Time," focused on the Lord's ability to touched hearts and trans- up those interested in attending. In an e-mail he meet the deepest needs of the human heart. formed lives," said Mark reported, "Tonight I ran out of gas, but my car Thousands around the world and in the au- Finley, speaker/director of It Is kept going. I drove 20 miles—with a car full of dience responded to appeals to live the Written Television. people—on an empty tank. It was a miracle."

More than 700 churches in North Doreen was baptized during Ernestine "It has been so refreshing to work with America downlinked the satellite series. Finley's "Revelation of Hope" series. these pastors and Conference Church volunteers translated meetings She invited her friend Gwen to attend administrators," says Mark Finley. "They into French, Spanish and Portuguese. "A Man for All Time," and now both have a clear sense of mission, along with Here, Robert Costa of It Is Written are members of the Adventist Church. the desire to impact their communities for presents the messages in Spanish. Finley is pictured standing. Christ and His Church!"

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FLORIDA • CONFERENCE ..011N4111k BY LYNN HUFF

Religious Liberty Dept. Helps Tampa Member Keep Job

Pedro Sanabria has twice fought to keep bids with Sabbaths off," explained Al- both his job and Sabbaths off and won, Haddad. "Therefore, Dugan Truck Lines thanks to the help of the Southern Union changed the way they conducted bids, Conference Public Affairs and Religious removing the schedule that would give Liberty department (PARL), Decatur, Ga. Sanabria Sabbath off." Sanabria was Sanabria is a Dugan Truck Lines driver downgraded to a city driver. in Tampa and a member of the Tampa Al-Haddad contacted Dugan headquar- Spanish, Fla. church. He first experienced ters in Wichita, Kansas, and Sanabria ap- a Sabbath accommodation problem in proached the company president. Within 1998 after having worked there for years a week, he was back into a line haul posi- Pedro Sanabria without one. tion with Sabbaths off. However, the num- Amireh Al-Haddad, PARL associate ber two driver then started challenging him director, contacted the company and for- verbally. Sanabria decided to go to the Among its roles, the religious mally requested Sabbaths off in accor- driver to try to work things out in a friendly liberty department monitors state dance with federal guidelines and the manner. At the end of conversation, the legislatures for bills concerning the Equal Employment Opportunity Commis- worker accepted his explanation. Since Church and the way it does sion. Sanabria was accommodated. then, work has returned to normal. business and interacts with public Everything went well for him until "Pedro always maintained his faith in officials. All of this is done with the May, 2002. "While Sanabria was the God," Al-Haddad said. "He may have an- goal of upholding separation of driver with number one seniority in other problem in the future, but we know church and state. Tampa, the number two seniority driver that twice God has worked things out for complained for months about Sanabria's him." Black History Month Observed by Pine Hills Youth BY NIGEL ROBERTS

African-Americans made many signifi- zens without rights. Scott, a Missouri against the less educated or less well-off. cant contributions to this country. Among slave, unsuccessfully sued the widow of "What about those wearing the dreadlock other things, they invented traffic lights, his owner for his freedom. While some hairstyle," she asked, "do we look down lawnmowers, elevators, mailboxes, and prejudice is blatant, as in the Scott case, on them?" eggbeaters. The Pine Hills church youth other attitudes are subtle. In her remarks Black families and youth are in a cri- department, in Orlando, Fla., focused on to the audience, Johnson asked everyone sis. The number of fatherless homes and some of those contributions in a special to search their hearts for hidden prejudices incarceration rates among young black series. males are disproportionately high. Psy- For three Sabbaths in February, the de- Nikki Naar chologist, Tony Shaw, a member at Pine partment presented a variety of programs portrayed the Hills, discussed how families and the to celebrate Black History Month. Youth state attorney church could help its youth cope with so- director Patricia Johnson sought to in- making her cietal challenges. For example, young crease the knowledge and raise the self- closing people can receive support and direction esteem of her audience—while teaching statement to through mentoring programs within the spiritual values. the Supreme church family. As racial minorities, Pine Hills mem- Court in the Johnson received positive feedback bers are concerned about prejudice and 1848 Dred about the programs. "For me," she said, discrimination. Accordingly, the depart- Scott case. The "and probably most adults, the program ment dramatized the 1848 trial of Dred re-enactment on the family was most important. But the Scott—a case in which the Supreme Court took place during Black History Month at Dred Scott program interested the youth. ultimately ruled that blacks were non-citi- the Pine Hills, Fla., church. History came alive for them."

10 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 FLORIDA • CONFERENCE BY SHIRLEY BURTON

Vietnam Veteran Named to Hall of Fame

Colonel Ernest J. Sylvester, Standing in front of the Memorial Wall a member of the Tampa First at Fort Sam Houston, Tex., with Col. church, was inducted into the Sylvester (left), is Charles Kelly, Jr. Army's DUSTOFF Hall of Kelly's father was the Colonel's Fame at Fort Sam Houston, Commander and the first serviceman Texas, February 22, 2003. named to the Hall of Fame. Sylvester DUSTOFFers are medivac pi- picked up his Commander and others lots who answer the call for he- who were shot down while attempting a licopter medical assistance. rescue. One of three in this third through incidents responding to class of inductees, Col. DUSTOFF calls. Once looking upon Sylvester was cited for his first church as a social event, he and Beth, his Vietnam deployment when he wife, were introduced to Jesus through became the first aviator in war hospitality evangelism in Slidell, Louisi- history to fly more than 1,000 ana. support-of-combat hours in less Valor Devices, three Distin- Returning to Southern roots, Ernie than a year. Sylvester was guished Flying Crosses, the and Beth helped build the Adventist guided by his flight motto— Bronze Star with Valor, a Viet- church in Fort Walton Beach where Beth "When I have your wounded..." namese Air Force Honor led her parents, Jack and Ruth Michaely, He is also credited with evacu- Medal, and a Vietnamese to share their enthusiasm for Christ. ating or leading men under him Cross of Gallantry with a Sil- Last Fall, Sylvester was elected a to rescue or recover nearly Ernest and Beth ver Star, and a U.S. Purple Florida district supervisor. And he's been 15,000 casualties during two de- Sylvester Heart. flying again, drafted this time to pilot a ployments to Vietnam and one "I know I was divinely helicopter for a made-for-television docu- each to Laos and Korea. protected for some special service," the mentary called "In the Shadow of the Highly decorated, the 22-year veteran Colonel says today. As a combat soldier Blade," featuring his DUSTOFFers and has more than 47 Air Medals with two he had at least six should-not-have-lived- also honoring all veterans. "Just Do Something" Yo uth Congress BY CINDY KURTZHALS

"When Christ said, 'Verily I say unto ing page 143—`Christ's method alone will desired their good. He showed His sym- you, inasmuch as ye have done it unto one give true success in reaching the peoples. pathy for them, ministered to their needs, of the least of these My brethren, ye have The Saviour mingled with men as one who and won their confidence. Then He bade done it unto Me.' Matthew them, 'Follow Me."' 25:40. We take this text to heart," More than 750 students says Bill Crofton, Florida Con- from Adventist and public ference director of youth/young schools in grades 9-12 partici- adult ministries. pated in this year's event. "This mission-driven text is Next year, the events will be the theme of all our congresses. held in Jacksonville, Tampa, We want kids to tie together this Miami and Orlando. principle, that when they serve people and communities, they are serving God. Probably the Worship and teaching most powerful is that they are spiritual components happen connecting people to God on the Friday and Saturday through their service. nights of the Florida "We also apply the principle g Conference "Just Do in the book, Ministry of Heal- `,I1 Something" youth congresses.

JUNE 2003 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • 11 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND • CONFERENCE BY CHRISTIE CARLSON Gordon Hospital Sponsors Community Prayer Breakfast

"May the words of my mouth and the with God. Having suffered sensorineural meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy hearing loss as a toddler, McCallum re- sight, 0 Lord, my Strength and my Re- cently underwent digital implant surgery deemer." This Bible and has experi- verse, found in Psalm enced a dramatic 19:14, was the theme increase in the verse for the second range of sounds Radio With a Message annual community she can hear. BY JAMIE ARNALL prayer breakfast held Groups of hear- An estimated 40 people gathered at in Gordon County, Ga. ing-impaired the Fannin County, Ga., church's Better Gordon Hospital children from lo- Living Center for the grand opening of the sponsored the event cal schools came new WAQA 94.5 FM radio station in that was held at the to the breakfast Morganton, Ga., on Sunday, April 13, First United Methodist and received 2003. WAQA is Fannin County's only church of Calhoun, Heather's mes- Christian FM radio station. Ga., on the National sage through The idea originated many years ago Day of Prayer, May 1. sign-language in- when 11-year-old Hortense Satterfield More than 350 citizens Heather Whitestone McCallum, former terpretation. dreamed of having a Christian radio sta- attended the free Miss America, taking time out for a "The prayer tion in Fannin County. Two years ago, the breakfast and enjoyed picture with a group of hearing impaired breakfast was project started becoming a reality when special music, prayer children from local schools. such a blessing," Hortense took her idea to Francis Scott, and scripture readings said Carlene pastor of the Fannin County church. Scott by local church leaders and youth. Jamerson, Gordon Hospital president/CEO. soon appointed a radio board to be led by Keynote speaker Heather Whitestone "It is an inspiration to see our entire church member John Bishop. Following McCallum, the first woman with a disabil- community come together, from children months of prayer, sacrifice and diligent ity crowned Miss America in 1995, shared to seniors, people of all denominations, un- hard work, WAQA 94.5 FM officially went her inspiring journey of facing obstacles and der one roof, praising God and praying for on the air on December 4, 2002. overcoming them through her relationship our families, community and nation." While Three Angels Broadcasting Network provides most of WAQA's pro- 4th Annual Hispanic Convocation BY NEFTALY ORTIZ gramming, there are eight hours of local programming heard on the station each Bernardo Rodriguez, youth direc- day. Much of the local programming fea- tor for the Inter-American Division, tures talent from the surrounding commu- was the featured speaker for the fourth nity making it a true community radio sta- annual Hispanic convocation held tion. April 4-5, 2003, at the Atlanta North WAQA's station manager, Carrie church. More than 500 people at- Harral said local programming plans for tended the event. "Let's Walk With the near future include local public service Jesus," was the theme for this year's announcements, a community calendar, convocation. health and nutrition features, stories and In addition to Rodriguez's presen- devotionals from area churches. tations, two concerts were held featur- "We want this radio station to be a ser- ing local talent from metro Atlanta. vice to the community. We want to give "The Lord is blessing the Hispanic out the gospel of Jesus Christ, nurture them work in metro Atlanta," said Neftaly Bernardo Rodriguez, youth director for with Christian music, and help them along Ortiz, assistant ministerial director for the Inter-American Division, was the their spiritual path with Christian preach- Hispanic ministry in the Georgia- featured speaker for the weekend ing," said Scott. Cumberland Conference. convocation.

12 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND • CONFERENCE BY JAMIE ARNALL Cohutta Springs Celebrates Latest Renovation An estimated 150 people were present for the ribbon cutting cer- emony held on April 19 in front of Cohutta Springs' largest motel unit. The ceremony was part of the 19th annual Cohutta Springs Develop- Continuing Education ment Associates Retreat weekend held at Cohutta Springs Conference BY KARI KURTI Center. Local community leaders The Cohutta Springs Conference were also present for the ceremony. Center food service staff received certifi- Wood- cation for proper food handling and safety PHOTOS BY JAMIE ARNALL lands, as it is on April 28, 2003, by the ServSafe Pro- now called, in- gram as part of their continuing education. cludes 36 The two-day program taught guest rooms Jim Frost, Jerry Fore, Larry Payne, proper personal hygiene and food handling with two guest Dave Everts, Dinah Rowe, Winton techniques to operate a safe kitchen and pre- suites over- Preston, Rodney Leonard, and Dave vent the spread of bacteria. looking Cress pause fora picture before the All of the students, including food Cohutta ribbon is cut for the newly renovated service director/head chef Danny Heath and Springs lake. Woodlands motel unit. the new assistant food service director/Sous Approxi- this phase of Cohutta Springs renova- Chef Arturo Sarti, received instruction on mately one tion. proper practices for kitchen safety and were year ago, renovation was completed on "We still have a ways to go," said tested by instructor Glyn Cowden. Timber View, formerly known as Motel Cohutta Springs Development Associates At the end of the program, the Unit #1, and a ribbon cutting ceremony was President, Larry Payne, in his challenge to eight members of the food service staff took held at that time. With two motel units now those gathered for the ribbon cutting cer- an exam to demonstrate what they had renovated and one more to go, there is still emony. "Help us on this last stretch to get learned and were certified by the ServSafe more financial support needed to complete the job done." program. 47 Pathfinder Clubs Attend Annual Camporee BY JAMIE ARNALL

More than 700 Pathfinders representing 47 Pathfinder clubs were present for the annual Pathfinder Camporee held at Cohutta Springs in Crandall, Ga., April 24-27. Pathfinders from LaGrange, Ga., to Kingsport, Tenn., spent the weekend earning Pathfinder honors, marching, worshipping and fellowshipping together. The weekend's featured speakers, Jesus Aquino, Jorge Baez and Cecilio Martinez, came from the Dominican Republic to speak to the audience of ap- proximately 1,100 Pathfinders and adult staff. Their message focused on the camporee theme, "To Be or Not To Be a Christian." In addition to the large number of activities, Pathfinders were able to form new friendships with youth their age from across the Conference "The best part of being a Pathfinder is getting together with friends and making new friends," says Kimberly Walter, a member of the Ooltewah Path- finder club. "Our Conference camporee gives each Pathfinder an opportunity to meet with a large number of young people who are also taking a stand for Jesus," says John Swafford, Pathfinder director for the Georgia-Cumberland Conference.

JUNE 2003 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • 13 GULF STATES • CONFERENCE BY BECKY GRICE/RON HAGEN Hispanic Walter Hartfield, Remembered Youth Meeting On the phisticated man by the world's standard; weekend of he was very unassuming. His formal edu- March 28, cation was limited, but he was wiser than former stu- most with multiple letters after their name. dents from Walter was a direct man, a man who Bass Memo- could fix a problem, a man whose word rial Acad- was his bond, a man comfortable with emy gath- himself. He was a man whom you could ered at the always count on to be there for his family school for and friends. He taught the young people the annual that were fortunate enough to work with him how to live life by this simple creed: On March 28-30, more than alumni be fair and honest, work hard, laugh hard, 400 teens and young adults gathered weekend. don't take yourself too seriously, love your at Oakwood College for a Gulf One of the fellow man, love and serve God, and ev- States Hispanic Youth Federation. highlights was a memorial service to erything else will take care of itself. That The young people represented 11 honor Walter Hartfield, who served at is why everyone who knew him loved him. churches and groups throughout the B.M.A. for more than 20 years. Several There was no pretense to Walter Hartfield, Conference. alumni spoke. Below is part of a tribute "Music and the new Genera- delivered by Ron Hagen, M.D., who was tion," "Subliminal Messages and president of the class of '66. their Effect on Adventist Youth," In June 1961,Walter Hartfield became and a "Christian Philosophy on the farm and dairy manager at the newly Adoration Music," were the topics created Bass Memorial Academy. Dur- covered by Francisco W. Stout, pas- ing the next 20 years, Walter worked tire- tor and guest speaker. lessly for the school in many different ca- On Sabbath afternoon an inspi- pacities. He served as director of mainte- rational music program was per- nance for a time and was also in charge of formed by musicians and singers the pecan industry. Walter developed a from various churches. Lively Sat- nursery industry at the school. urday night social activities, orga- It was at the academy where Walter nized by Beverly Aispuro and demonstrated one of his greatest talents; Roberto Garica, were held in the working with young people. Just as he did with his own children, he showed stu- Oakwood College gym. On Sun- All the farm boys who worked for day morning students enjoyed dents not only the value of hard work, but him wanted to be like Mr. Hartfield. sports events planned by Alexis also how to find joy in their labor. He W.O. Coe (left), Conference Aguilar, Alejandro Jacome and taught hundreds of students practical president; Walter Hartfield; C.L. Juancito de la Cruz. skills, and how to develop a strong work ethic, and a cooperative spirit. He was Jacqua, principal; and Ronald "These meetings equip the Snell, student young people with tools for witness- loved by all the students and the faculty ing, and provide Christian fellow- alike, and through the years of changing what you saw was what you got. He was ship with other Hispanic youth from administrations and faculty, there was one the following: contented but always striv- around the Conference," explains constant at Bass—Walter Hartfield. ing, serious but often smiling, strong but Tui Pitman, Conference Hispanic His son, Floyd, says, "From the time gentle, joking but not foolish, frugal but co-ordinator. the trucks started delivering sand and generous, helpful but not imposing. This was the fourth meeting or- bricks to build B.M.A., Walter was there All of his farm boys and everyone else ganized for the Hispanic youth of and remained a devoted employee and I knew at Bass wanted to be like WWH as the Conference. The current presi- loyal friend to all for more than 20 years. we often referred to him (only when he dent of the Youth Federation is He was part of the foundation that has couldn't hear us). We believed in him, we Alberto Diza. The sponsors are pas- made Bass great." trusted him, and we admired and loved tors Saul Aispuro and Ezequiel What was it about Walter Hartfield him. Thank you, Mr. Hartfield, for show- Osorio. that made him so beloved by those who knew him? He was not a "flashy" or so- ing us the way.

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GULF STATES • CONFERENCE BY LESLIE LOUIS

Students Study in God's Favorite Classroom

planet Earth and headed home to Heaven. "Galactic Art" inspired students to be- come colorfully creative with cans of spray paint as they designed beautiful images of the solar system. In the "Cosmic Mys- tery" class, students used tin cans to nail patterns of the starry night and originate their own miniature planetarium. In craft class, tin art creations taught the students patience as they developed the required skills to complete their project. Each Students from Jackson, evening students enjoyed singing praises Tin art develops Miss., help lead a new song. to their Lord as they were accompanied patience and skill. Hattie enjoys a by Marvin Glass on the violin and Rob moment with a Edwards and Paul LeBlanc on the guitar. moth. Erin Johns closed each evening with an "Showers of Blessing" might have room—His world of nature. object lesson. been a better theme for the 2003 Out- Erin Johns, a graduate student work- One of the highlights of the week was door School than the chosen one "Aim- ing on her Masters Degree in outdoor edu- a field trip to Tuskegee, Ala., where stu- ing for the Stars." Wet and chilly weather cation at Southern Adventist University, dents visited the home of Booker T. Wash- encircled Camp Alamisco, but it did was the featured guest presenter. A num- ington and the museum of George Wash- little to dampen the enthusiasm and en- ber of classes and activities enthralled the ington Carver. ergy of the more than 70 fifth and sixth students as they studied the stars and con- Rain or shine, this year's Outdoor graders who attended from 15 schools stellations. "Starry Stories" gave students School clearly taught the students that in throughout the Conference. This annual the opportunity to work together in cre- God's world they can always enjoy the event provides students with a variety ative writing teams as they imagined their warmth and fellowship of friends and the of experiences in God's favorite class- first trip through the Universe as they left delight of learning. Men Meet At Camp Alamisco

The first Confer- health. Marvin Glass ence-wide men's min- talked about how to istry retreat was held at help your pastor suc- Camp Alamisco the ceed. Scott Hannon weekend of April 4 - 6. presented ideas on The more than 50 men getting closer to who attended left eager Jesus, closer to fam- to share the blessing ily, and closer to they'd received. other men. The Ty Gibson, who is prayer groups were a the co-director/speaker powerful experience for Light Bearers Min- Ty Gibson's talks drew the men closer to Jesus as he spoke about the for many men. istry, was the guest character of God. Space was lim- speaker. "Every topic ited this time because he covered brought us a little bit closer dinators for the weekend. of improvement s being done to the to Jesus Christ, and he really gave us a Other speakers included Phil Collins, Camp Alamisco kitchen, but the hope great picture of the character of GOD," M.D., who gave a perspective on diet and is that more men will be able to attend reports Scott Harmon, one of the coor- how it affects spiritual as well as physical next year.

JUNE 2003 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • 15 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE • CONFERENCE BY MARVIN LOWMAN Hohenwald Church Organized

The Hohenwald company was of- rent a church building for only the ficially organized into a church on cost of the utilities. The first of a Sabbath, April 26, under the di- number of miracles. rection of Marvin Lowman, Con- Then the search began for ference executive secretary. property on which to build their Wallace Willoughby, a member of own church. One of the members the congregation from its earliest heard of a lady in the area who had days, gave a brief history of how two acres she said she would give God has led. to anyone who would build a According to Willoughby, "In church on it. The group looked at the fall of 1993, several people were the property and agreed to accept asked if they would be interested The Hohenwald church her offer. Fund raising was accelerated, in joining a group to start a sometimes taking in $5,000 per month. When they had $33,000, church in Hohenwald, Tenn. they asked a local A meeting was scheduled at building supply the home of Jim and Emily company to give Guarnera. Sixteen people, them an estimate on plus David Saguan, pastor of what the basic mate- the Lawrenceburg church, rials would cost. The were there. Fourteen of estimate was lower those present agreed to get than the amount they started." had so they stepped The group's first Sab- out in faith. bath meeting was held in Materials were December of 1993 in the purchased and with home of Roger and Nancy the assistance of vol- Members sign the list indicating their Hays. A leader and treasurer unteer help through decision to be members of the Wallace Willoughby gave the were appointed, and a bank the Helping Hands Hohenwald church. history of the Hohenwald account was opened. "We program of the Con- church. set up a building fund ac- ference, the basic structure was erected. Members worked to- count the first month and gether to finish the building over a period of several months. took in a whopping $70," said Willoughby. The first Sabbath services were held in the new building on July The group met in members' homes until they were able to 4, 1998, and today the church is debt free.

New Pastoral Intern for Louisville First

Erik Carter is the new pastoral intern at the Louisville First church in Louisville, Ky. Originally from Cali-fornia, Erik decided to attend Southern Adventist University where he graduated with a B.A. in theology in 2000. It was at South- ern that Erik met his wife, Harmony, who graduated the same year with an A.S. in nursing. In December 2002, Erik completed an M.A. in religion at Andrews University Theological Seminary. Harmony completed a B.S. in nurs- ing at Andrews. They are thrilled to be finished with their studies and workinhg for God in the Kentucky-Tennessee Conference. Robert Lawson is the senior pastor at Louis- ville First.

16 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE • CONFERENCE BY DENISE POPE Madison Campus Elementary To Expand

On Sunday, April 13, a ment was high. The perim- "stake driving" ceremony eter of the proposed new was held to celebrate the be- building had previously ginning of construction of been marked out with or- a $1.8 million building ange paint. Those present project at the Madison were instructed to line the Campus Elementary perimeter. With stakes in School. The Madison Cam- hand, the crowd spread out pus church is embarking on to encompass the area of the this project which will new building. Lynn house eight classrooms, a Schlisner, pastor, gave the full-size gymnasium, and order for everyone to simul- office space. The current taneously begin driving his school building will be or her stake into the ground. renovated to accommodate The sound of hammers classrooms for kindergar- striking the tops of the ten, art, inclusive education, Tim Prow (left), Powel Building Group; Larry Boughman, Conference stakes rang through the air. and music. There will also superintendent of education; Bob Overstreet, principal; and Lynn Some even shouted with ex- be a rooms for after-school Schlisner, pastor, participated in the ground breaking ceremony. citement as this anticipated care, a computer lab, li- event became a reality. Ev- brary, music practice rooms, and a larger kitchen. eryone is looking forward to even more exciting accomplish- About 400 people attended the ceremony, and the excite- ments as progress is made during the building process. "Why Not Us?" BY JERRY MAHN

Misti Maths, a student at Madison Academy, asked this ques- opening weekend was cancelled due to a seven-inch snowfall in tion "why not us?" after listening to students from other acad- Nashville. Everyone wondered if people would still come out emies share their experiences as they led out in evangelistic se- the following weekend. What a great surprise it was to see the ries in their communities. The setting response a week later as 350 people was the Southern Union Academy Bible attended opening night. Conference at Nosoca Pines Ranch in The students did an outstanding South Carolina, held in September job, as the speakers shared the gospel 2002. Misti, along with other students message each evening. In spite of their from Madison, heard the testimonies nervousness, each one appeared calm and responded by saying they wanted and spoke in the power of the Holy to do the same thing in their school. Spirit. Many of the students com- Richard Stephenson, Madison mented on how God calmed their Academy chaplain, worked with the nerves as soon as they began to speak, students as they prepared for the series. and were thrilled as He used them to A large percentage of the student body share His message with the audience. was involved, whether as speakers, child The students testified that their lives care providers, parking attendants, or Chris Armantrout was one of the speakers or had changed as a result of their involve- technical crew. Throughout the prepa- the series. ment with this project. Chris ration, there was an excitement about Armantrout, a student speaker from the coming event combined with much nervousness. The stu- Ridgetop, Tenn., made the decision to become a minister be- dents realized what a big project this was, and therefore spent cause of the joy he found in sharing what he believes with oth- considerable time in prayer, asking God to lead the efforts from ers. Four individuals made decisions for baptism during the the preparation through the presentations. meetings. The students are looking forward to doing another With anticipation high a few days before the series was set series next school year and are looking into the possibility of to begin on January 17, one can imagine the disappointment as doing a series overseas as well.

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SOUTH ATLANTIC • CONFERENCE BY CHARLOTTE VERRETT 100,000 Newest Company in South Atlantic cholarship BY DAHLIA POTTINGER, PH.D. Conference New members were baptized at the Norman end of the four-week revival, and on Au- Niles a member gust 31, the Praise Tabernacle mission was of Atlanta's formed. Now two months later, Praise New Hope church recently Tabernacle members realized another goal received the as they became officially Praise Taber- 2003 David and nacle company, the newest company in the Lucille Packard South Atlantic Conference. five-year During the service, Erskine Lavender 1 00,000 was ordained as a deacon. This is the first mathematics Charter members of Praise Tabernacle ordination service for this newest com- scholarship to company. pany. Mendinghall led out in this special pursue graduate service. studies up to the doctoral degree, at a col- Praise Tabernacle mission was offi- lege of his choice. Niles plans to attend cially pronounced a company by Vanard the University of Michigan. Mendinghall, president of the South At- The David and Lucile Scholarship is lantic Conference, October 19, 2002. The awarded to a science student who has a members of the new company received GPA of 3.5. Graduate Records Exams encouraging words as well as responded (GRE) score are also considered. A pro- to the litany given by Mendinghall. fessor and the department chair must rec- Under the leadership of Everton ommend each applicant. Niles was rec- Ennis, pastor of the Philadelphia church ommended by his professor, Dr. Brania, in Council, N.C., launched a missionary and by Dr. Sam Bandham, chair of the group to work in the city of Whiteville. mathematics department at Morehouse After Friday night Bible studies, church College. The applicant must also submit services, a parade of Pathfinders, and lay- Erskine Lavender was ordained as a an essay. In July, Niles will meet in persons taking on Whiteville for Christ, deacon during the church service at Monterey, Calif., with previous scholarship the church began an evangelistic series. Praise Tabernacle. recipients. Niles graduated Magna Cum Laude from Morehouse on May 18, 2003. He has a GPA of 3.64 and has completed a major in mathematics and a minor in secondary education. Niles was born in Philadelphia This year's youth week of prayer held the end would be like before taking us to and had won a four-year scholarship to March 2-8, 2003, at Atlanta's Maranatha the beginning. He explained that God not Morehouse to study mathematics. He was church, was a resounding spiritual success. only gives us goals and dreams, but the featured in the August 1999 Ebony Maga- Sixty-eight youth took their stand for re- blueprints necessary to making them a re- zine as one of the most outstanding high dedication and special prayer, while 35 oth- ality. This was true for Joseph, Moses, and school students in the U.S.A. His parents ers decided for baptism. many other Bible characters. Furthermore, are Dr. William and Marcia Niles. His sib- Evangelist and motivational speaker, Thomas emphasized that before our goals lings are Marnel and Dwan Niles. Eric Thomas of Huntsville, Ala., as well as and dreams can be realized, our characters As the 300th member of New Hope, members of his Break the Cycle organiza- must be in alignment, not only with goals Niles has been a Sabbath school teacher tion, challenged the youth and adults night and dreams, but also with God's character. and an assistant youth leader. Norman has after night to "Begin with the End in Mind." This could only happen through a personal been an exemplary leader who possesses Sermons focused on character building, what relationship with Him. an award-winning smile and a warm per- it meant to begin with the end in mind, goal Youth were urged to set and maintain sonality. His spirit of service and setting and goal management using the high goals and standards and were fre- volunteerism is evident as Norman tutors LaDon Quadrant method. quently admonished, "What you are to be, mathematically challenged students in the The story of Joseph, found in Genesis you are now becoming." This, according to New Hope congregation. 37-50, was used as the backdrop for each Thomas, is one of his favorite quotations night's message. Thomas reiterated time taken from a sign in the halls of Oakwood after time that God always shows us what College.

18 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 SOUTH CENTRAL • CONFERENCE BY DEREK LANE South Central's Youth Congress is Spiritual Family Fun Time

Dynamic Praise raised the praise during the divine worship service; the New Heights Torchbearers Jacqueline Surrell, Jacqueline Barnes, Sharon Barnes, Erica Watson, Albert Hart, and Barbara Barnes participated in the Pathfinder parade; Evelyn Moody Sampson and her daughters were just one of the Pathfinder families; Baron Savory preached for the divine worship service. Families from all over the South Cen- Marcus Taylor, Sharon Myers, DaiJana and extol the virtues of living a healthy tral Conference packed the Mississippi Ross, and Joyce Johnson. and drug-free life. Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Miss., for the Social activities, including basketball, Other activities included the jingles, 2003 youth congress. They brought more volleyball, table games, skating and bowl- posters, and temperance oratorical con- than 300 delegates representing all fed- ing, were enough to round out a spiritual tests. Finalists from various federations erations. and fun-filled weekend. For the younger shared well-prepared speeches on a vari- The theme for Youth Congress was set (12 and under), Kid's Congress was ety of health topics from marijuana to self- "Order My Steps." Myron Edmonds, pas- set up for arts and crafts and other spiritu- esteem. Later, the drill and drum corps tor of the Franklin-Murfreesboro- ally-nurturing activities. Pathfinder, Ad- competition thrilled the crowds gathered Shelbyville district, and Baron Savory, venturer, and Eager Beaver coordinators to see Pathfinders demonstrate techniques. associate pastor of the Kansas Avenue were on hand to provide opportunities to The festivities closed with a concert church in Riverside, Calif., set the tone earn honors and take classes leading to featuring Dynamic Praise, the Gulfport- for the youth congress. Pathfinder Leadership Awards and the ful- Biloxi mass choir, and the Antioch Mis- Devotion speakers included Marvin filling of requirements toward becoming sionary Baptist church choir, directed by Whiting of the Panama City, Ha., district a Master Guide. minister Keith Brumfield . and Marcus Taylor of Franklin, Tenn. They A lively parade and rally was held The highlight on Sabbath evening shared exciting messages that stirred and Sabbath afternoon in downtown Biloxi. was a special AYS version of the Acad- challenged the youth and young-at-heart. More than 2,000 Pathfinders, Adventur- emy Awards coordinated by Mary Wells Sixty young people came to the altar for ers, and Eager Beavers marched, distrib- of the Gulfport-Maranatha church. Vari- baptism and rededication following the uted leaflets, and shared with the commu- ous churches and individuals received spe- Sabbath morning message by Savory. nity the benefits of being tobacco and cial awards and recognition for their work Adding to the challenge were the drug-free. Carol McDuffy, of the Partner- and tireless effort in support of youth min- workshop facilitators. Many of them were ship for a Healthy Mississippi in Jackson istries. The youth were dressed in tuxedos familiar. Others were new to the "circuit," County, assisted in coordinating the event and evening gowns as they presented to- but all presented exciting and informative and invited other social service organiza- kens of appreciation to nominees and win- seminars on everything from "Sex, Lies, tions and health-related agencies to par- ners. and Videos" by Doris Grider to "Most ticipate and celebrate together the benefits Families returned home excited about Dangerous and Endangered: The Plight of of being drug-free. In spite of the cool the weekend, committed to saving their African-American Boys" by Emerson weather, a warm spirit prevailed and all youth, and looking forward to Youth Con- Miller. Other seminar presenters included were challenged to stay committed to God gress 2004.

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SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY By Heidi Martella

Southern Reserves a Day to Serve the Community

Community Service Day at Southern Adventist Univer- Clockwise from top: sity is an occasion for setting aside classes, going out to help Brittney the community, and then returning to share the experience. McClannahan, On April 17, approximately 600 students, faculty and staff freshman English participated in spreading the light of Jesus by serving 50 agen- major, visits with an cies in the Chattanooga area through spring cleaning, house elderly man at Erlanger. Kristi Weis, painting, land clearing, and window washing. sophomore allied Many clubs and student health major, holds a organizations teamed up to snake at the serve a particular agency. The Chattanooga Zoo. School of Journalism & Com- Albert Handel, junior munication with American theology major, and Humanics painted two Habi- friends clear a path at the Lula Lake tat for Humanity houses. "It Landtrust. felt great giving my time to allow a family to have an op- portunity to own a home," "Community Service Day enriches the academic program said Dane Eric Ewing II, jun- by giving students a little break from the classroom and giv- ior nonprofit major. ing them a chance to give back, to really use what they have The only thing that learned, and share it with those in need," said Tara Ericson, marred the day was a rain- junior biology major and student coordinator of Community storm. In spite of the rain, Service Day. many groups decided to go Nicholas Vence, senior math and physics major, appre- ahead and work outside. ciates Community Service Day because it allows him to meet Other groups were fortunate enough to have their activity new people and get to know other people better. "Commu- moved inside. nity Service Day brings students and the community closer Southern volunteers at together," he said. the Siskin Children's Insti- tute were supposed to help set up an outdoor Easter egg hunt. When the event was Southern Nurses Pass cancelled, the group worked inside doing cleaning jobs. State Boards "While I was disappointed, All of the December associate degree graduates passed I realized that we were there the state board examination on their first attempt. This to help and not there to just yields the fifth class in a row to earn a 100 percent pass play with the children," said rate on the NCLEX-RN. Evan Colom, sophomore al- The NCLEX tests the knowledge, skills and abilities lied health major. of in-coming nurses. Once a nurse successfully completes Community Service the exam they are licensed as a registered nurse. Day allows students to step "We applaud their success and give God the glory for aside from the daily grind of helping the graduates achieve another milestone in their the classroom and step into serving others. "Setting aside a lives," said Phil Hunt, dean of the School of Nursing, day gives everyone an opportunity to serve with no excuses," said Keri Redfern, freshman allied health major.

20 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM FEATURE By Bev Owen Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna Making A Difference A Hospital Stay Couldn't Stop Their Milestone Celebration of a Lifetime of Love

hen Ernest Herren of Smyrna, Within a few days Ernest showed Hospital became a bustle of activity. W Georgia, arrived at Emory- encouraging signs of recovery, and was Good news travels fast. In a short time, Adventist Hospital at Smyrna he had a soon able to converse with the staff. One employees from all over the hospital lot on his mind. After being examined by day Ernest seemed particularly troubled offered their assistance. his family physician, Ernest was told that and anxious, and confided his concern to Someone found an unoccupied patient his condition would require immediate Pam. "I need to get better real soon," he room for the special event. A few other hospitalization. Arrangements were made said. "Our anniversary is Friday." Then employees gathered table linens, flow- exhibiting his play- ers and candles. Soon the sterile hospi- ful and light-hearted tal room rendered an atmosphere ready nature, Ernest grinned for fine dining. The dietary department as he pointed to rushed to create a specially prepared din- Maxine standing some ner, complete with chilled champagne distance away, "I've on ice (non-alcoholic, of course). An been married to that employee was dubbed as the official woman for 50 years," photographer. Invitations were extended he whispered. "We've to the administrative staff of the hospital. never missed celebrat- And now it was time for the guests of ing one of our anni- honor. versaries together. I've It was an emotional moment when got to get out of here." Ernest was wheeled into the room, with Pam's heart sank. Maxine at his side. Their shocked expres- Although his health sions displayed disbelief and gratitude. was improving, it was They held hands, shared a kiss, and apparent that Ernest thanked the employees for making the Emory-Adventist Hospital Executive, Peggy Seckler, helps celebrate would not be home day so memorable. the 50th wedding anniversary of Ernest and Maxine Herren. on Friday. Right then Looking back on that moment, Maxine and there, Pam deter- still gets choked up when she talks about for him to be admitted. Little thought was mined that she would do something for it. "I couldn't believe it," she states. given at the time to the fact that a special the Herrens on their anniversary—a cake, "Who would have ever thought that our day—his 50th wedding anniversary—was some candles, something to make the day 50th would be so special in a hospital, fast approaching. Health and recovery special. at that! It was wonderful. There is no way were foremost on his mind. Friday morning came, and it appeared I could ever thank everyone. I don't even Pam Warren, R.N., and ICU coordina- for awhile that an unexpected event know how many people were involved tor, cared for Ernest, and quickly devel- might put a damper on the plan. Pam behind the scenes," says Maxine, "but oped a bond with him and his lovely wife, was involved in an auto accident and was I do know that this would have never Maxine. She observed the tender ways slightly injured. She would not be making happened at any other hospital. Emory- they interacted with each other. Words it in to work. But that didn't stop her. Still Adventist Hospital is really special." were not necessary. A gentle touch, a on the scene of the accident, Pam made a Employees at Emory-Adventist lingering smile—sometimes that's all quick call on her cell phone to Tim Welch, Hospital at Smyrna are encouraged they could share. But it communicated materials management director, soliciting to practice Christian principles, to get volumes. "Their devotion and love for his help. involved, and to make a difference in each other was very evident," states Pam. Tim comes from a military background the lives of those that they care for. We "It was so touching. It really warmed my and knows how to make things happen. believe we do make a difference. Just ask heart to be in their presence" For the next few hours, Emory-Adventist the Herrens!

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22 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 FLORIDA FEATURE BY KAREN SPRUILL Women in Need of God and Domestic Safety ike many women, Sandy Giorella's cell phone is her con- some stll live with an abuser; some are in the process of divorce, stant companion. Whether the phone rings late at night and some are remarried. But they all start to understand similar Lor during the middle of the day, she knows that the call patterns in relationships and how much they have in common. may be from a woman taking her first steps toward recovery Sisterhood replaces the isolation of abuse. from domestic violence. Often the callers describe homes filled "I don't know what I would have done without WINGS," with emotional and physical pain. They ask, "Tell me if I should says Angie, who has been coming for several months during her leave?" Sandy knows divorce from an abu- that is not an easy sive husband. "I question to answer. wish that many years They want to tell ago I would have their stories and cry. known about some Sandy encourages of the things I have them to come to the learned." weekly support "We cannot pro- group sponsored by vide shelter, nor are her church. we meant to replace Sandy's phone crisis counseling. has been dedicated to But someday, per- calls for the WINGS haps WINGS will support group since grow and provide September 2002. groups for men who And the women call want to stop batter- every week—Sev- ing, children who enth-day Adventist need support, or women, Christian family members women, and commu- who just want to un- nity women. derstand domestic Domestic vio- violence," says lence and abuse cuts Sandy. As group across all cultures, leaders, Sandy and ages, and denomina- Sandy Giorella (left), a Florida Hospital Church member and domestic Karen network with tions. It is the leading violence survivor, co-facilitates the WINGS support group with Karen Spruill, other providers, and cause of injury to (not pictured). WINGS is a confidential weekly support group for adult female referrals are made women. survivors of domestic violence and abuse. Christian women from central to community re- Sandy can relate Florida attend the weekly meetings where they are free to pray while sources. to the heart cry of recovering from their emotional and physical pain. Recently they those who call for answered a phone help since she was a victim of domestic violence for about 19 call from an Adventist woman in Ft. Lauderdale. "Do you know years of her life. When she sensed God's call to form a new min- of anyAdventist support groups in my area?" she asked. Sadly, istry at the Florida Hospital Church in Orlando, she approached for the women of Florida, WINGS may be the onlyAdventist Andy McDonald, pastor, and Karen Spruill, her church's small domestic violence support group. They are praying that soon groups coordinator. Since Karen had previously worked with abuse there will be many more groups available. victims, she didn't need much convincing about the need for this If you would like to hear "Sandy's Story" or help teach your ministry. Sandy and Karen were soon eager to facilitate a new church more about the Christian's response to domestic violence, group, Women in Need of God and Safety, or WINGS. please call the WINGS support group at (407) 383-1970. Please Support group members meet to share their journeys of learn- save these domestic violence hotline numbers: in the US, ing and healing, to encourage each other, and pray together. Shar- (800) 799-7233; in Florida, (800) 500-1119. ing their spiritual lives is one of the ways that the group is dis- For resources: AdventSource, www.adventsource.org (search tinguished from shelter-sponsored or community support groups. for keyword 'abuse') or the Center for the Prevention of Sexual Women come from all stages and ages—some are not married; and Domestic Violence, www.cpsdv.org

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learning classroom, a kitchenette, and an executive board room. The one-story building has limited departmental offices, an Adventist Book Center, a kitchen, a The 23,000 square feet complex features two attached buildings. mail room, a lounge, a worship room, and 3,500 square feet for the developing Media Center. The $1.1 million dollar t the sound of the drums, the Pathfinder color guard complex previously housed a televangelist ministry and later a marched into position. Despite the angry, gray clouds television production studio. The newly renovated complex is and the rainy skies which forced the dedication poised to birth only the second church in Lake County in the service indoors, the spirits and anticipation of the more than history of the Southeastern Conference. The first church is in 1,200 visitors who attended grand opening services of the new Leesburg. Southeastern Conference Office Complex were high. In his address during the dedication ceremony, President Some had thought it couldn't Taylor shared his dream that be done; at least not now. Others ministry and members should thought they should wait a few join together in the finishing of more years. Yet still, a small few the work. The building, he thought the time was now. They said, epitomized that very followed the philosophy "Never put counsel from Ellen White. On off for tomorrow what you can do one side of the building, the today!" With that mental command Conference will do its work. in mind, Willie Taylor, president of On the other side, skilled lay Southeastern Conference, plowed members can function with ahead with the dream of an office associated complementary complex capable of housing the ministries all doing their part growing staff and its needs and to finish the work. which would headquarter associated ministries for the 30,000 members of the Conference. The 23,000 square-foot, brick Each office is well-appointed and tastefully furnished. and stucco complex is located on Robie Avenue just off U.S. High- way 441 in beautiful and quaint Mt. Dora, whose motto is "Florida's Best Kept Secret." A rapidly growing area, the 2000 U.S. census stated that growth is moving from Orlando in the direction of Mt. Dora. A February 2001 article in the Orlando Sun Sentinel stated that for the first time in history, a higher percentage of black professionals had moved into metropolitan Orlando than had moved into metropolitan Charles E. Bradford, pastor Atlanta. Also contributing to area development, the new and former president of the Florida Hospital Waterman, near the Mt. Dora office, North American Division, will open its doors this summer. brought the challenge to The complex, which sits on 8 acres, consists of two the officers, staff, and buildings. The two-story building accommodates administra- members of the tive and departmental offices, a multipurpose room, a distance Conference.

24 • SOUTHERN TIDINGS • JUNE 2003 SOUTHEASTERN FEATURE BY OLSON PERRY Dream 's New Conference Office Complex

Southeastern Conference Presidents (left to right) Willie L. The 540 square feet showroom in the new Adventist Taylor (1999-present), James A. Edgecombe (1981-1988), Christian Book Center will feature a variety of products. Roy R. Brown (1994-1999). Unable to attend, Jackson Doggette (1988-1994). The first headquarters Today, the Confer- for Southeastern Confer- ence boasts 83 English ence was a rented facility churches, 31 Haitian at 801 W. Highway 436. churches, 14 Hispanic In 1986 the office at 180 churches, three N. Westmonte Drive in companies, 70 or- Altamonte Springs, dained ministers, 16 Florida, was purchased licensed ministers, 12 while membership was at schools, 60 teachers, 13,000. On February 13, one Bible worker with 2003, Southeastern moved two associates, 48 to its present location: literature evangelists, 1701 Robie Avenue, Mt. two publishing associ- Dora, Florida. ates, and a membership Southeastern, still the of nearly 30,000, who youngest conference in the reported through North American Division, December 31, 2003 a was organized on January conference record total 1, 1981, with 8511 Union, Conference, and local officials participated in the ribbon tithe of members and a tithe of cutting ceremony. $14,800,691.00. $2,237,284.28. It had 51 churches, 20 pastors, five church schools with 24 teachers, 12 Literature Evangelists, two associate publishing secretaries, and one Bible worker.

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S M T W T F S LEGAL NOTICES July 20. Jensen Beach, Ft. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Pierce, Cocoa, Titusville. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 LEGAL NOTICE FOR FLORIDA CONFERENCE CONSTITUENCY MEETING (Southeastern Conference: 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 September 28, 2003 Port St. Lucie, Palm Bay.) 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Notice is hereby given that the 67th regular Constituency Meeting of the Florida Conference of Seventh- Evangelistic Series-July 1-Aug. 29 30 day Adventists will be held on September 28, 2003, Sunday, at 10:00 am. in the Forest Lake Academy main 31. Poinciana Spanish. Henna auditorium, Apopka, Florida. This Constituency Meeting is called for the purpose of electing officers and Serpa. Executive Committee members for the ensuing term and the transaction of such business as may properly come July 19-Aug. 16. Tallahassee June 21. Augusta. before the meeting. Each church in the Conference is entitled to one delegate, plus one additional delegate for June 22. Macon. each 75 members or major fraction thereof. Spanish. Rolando and Rebeca Delegates chosen to the Organizing Committee shall meet at the Regional Orientation/ Organization de los Rios. June 22. Pine Mt. Valley. meetings listed below. One Organizing Committee delegate from each church, plus one additional delegate Estate Services Clinics-July 5, June 22. Douglasville. shall be chosen for each full 500 members. 6. Maranatha in Miami. June 26. Marietta. All delegates are to attend their Regional meeting as well as the Constituency Meeting. The Regional June 28. Greeneville. Orientation/Organization meetings are an official part of the triennial process and will be held as follows: July 13. Forest City Spanish. June 29. Greeneville. Regional Orientation/Organization Meetings for 2003 Triennial Constituency Meeting July 20. Miami Central Spanish. Triennial Session Regional June 29. Johnson City. REGION LOCATION TIME/DATE Planning and Organization June 29. Bristol. Lower Gold Miami Temple church August 11, 2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Meetings.-7 p.m. June 29. Knoxville. Upper Gold West Palm Beach First church August 12, 2003 Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Aug. 11. Miami Temple church. Ridge Port Charlotte church Kentucky-Tennessee August 14, 2003 Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Aug. 12. West Palm Beach First West Central Forest Lake church August 18,2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Conference Association Board- church. East Central Florida Hospital church August 19, 2003 Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. July 22. Sept. 16. Nov. 11. Aug. 14. Port Charlotte church. North Florida Gainesville church August 21, 2003 Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Conference Executive Commit- Aug. 18. Forest Lake church in Gulf Tampa First church August 25, 2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. tee-July 22. Sept. 16. Nov. 11. Apopka. Lewis Hendershot, President Conference Finance Commit- Evan Valencia, Secretary Aug. 19. Florida Hospital tee-June 26. Sept. 25. Dec. 11. church in Orlando. LEGAL NOTICE FOR ASSOCIATION CONSTITUENCY MEETING Aug. 21. Gainesville church. September 28, 2003 Aug. 25. Tampa First church. North American-Wide Religious The triennial meeting of the members of the Florida Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists, a Camp Kulaqua 50th Anniver- Liberty Conference Florida corporation, will be held on September 28, 2003, Sunday, at 10:00 a.m. in the Forest Lake Academy sary Celebration-Aug. 22-24. A major religious liberty training seminar, sponsored by the North main auditorium, Apopka, Florida, for the purpose of electing the Association officers and Board of Trustees Camp Kulaqua, High Springs. American Division, is being planned for the ensuing triennium and for consideration of such other matters as may properly come before the Details: (386) 454-1351 or for August 25-28, 2003, in meeting. The members of this corporation are the members in regular standing of any church of the Florida http://www.campkulaqua.corn/ Williamsburg, Virginia. Pastors, Conference of Seventh-clay Adventists, and all active members of the Florida Conference Board of Trustees Georgia-Cumberland attorneys, business persons, religious and Southern Union Conference Executive Committee. Only those members present who are duly elected and liberty leaders, and lay persons accredited delegates of the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists shall be entitled to vote at their Southwest Georgia Hispanic interested in religious liberty and last Regional meeting and at the Constituency Meeting. The Regional Orientation/Organization meetings are an Convocation-June 27-29. day events should plan to attend for official part of the triennial process and will be held as follows: Literature Evangelist Sum- the entire period. Information on mer-June 27-July 1. Cohutta current events, homeland security, REGION LOCATION TIME/DATE terrorism, religious fanaticism, Lower Gold Springs. Miami Temple church August 11, 2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Sunday worship, court decisions, Upper Gold West Palm Beach First church August 12, 2003 Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Summer Ministers' Retreat- congressional issues, and many more Ridge Port Charlotte church August 14, 2003 Thursday, 7:00 p.m. July 27-30. Cohutta Springs. topics will be discussed. Hotel rooms West Central Forest Lake church August 18, 2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. Bookmobile Schedule-June 6. at the historic Hospitality House are East Central Florida Hospital church August 19, 2003 Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. Deer Lodge. only $99.00 per night. Call 757 299- North Florida Gainesville church August 21, 2003 Thursday, 7:00 p.m. June 7. Deer Lodge. 4020 for reservations. For seminar Gulf Tampa First church August 25, 2003 Monday, 7:00 p.m. June 14. Savannah. registration, call 1 800 732-7587. August 26, 2003 Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. The fee is $125.00 before June 13; Lewis Hendershot, President June 15. Waycross. $150.00 after that date. The Norfolk Evan Valencia, Secretary June 15. Lakeland. International Airport serves the June 15. Thomasville. Williamsburg area. June 15. Albany. Florida July 19. Kress Memorial. Complete calendar online: http:// July 26. Seminole Meadows. SUNSET www.adventist-fl.corn/ Florida Adventist Bookmobile calendarhtml Schedule-June 28. North June 6 June 13 June 20 June 27 July 4 July 11 Florida Pathfinder Events- Miami. Atlanta, GA 8:46 8:49 8:51 8:52 8:52 8:51 httpilwwwflaridapathfinders.com/ June 29. Ft. Lauderdale, Charleston, SC 8:25 8:28 8:31 8:32 8:32 8:30 or call (407) 644-5000 x127. Lauderhill, Pompano Beach, Charlotte, NC 8:35 8:38 8:41 8:42 8:42 8:40 Additional Singles' Ministries Boynton Beach. (Southeast- Collegedale, TN 8:52 8:55 8:57 8:59 8:59 8:57 Events not in this calendar or ern Conference: Daughter of Huntsville, AL 7:57 8:00 8:02 8:03 8:03 8:02 to join mailing list-(407) 869- Zion.) Jackson, MS 8:05 8:08 8:10 8:12 8:11 8:10 0275, or [email protected] July 12. St. Petersburg. Louisville, KY 9:03 9:07 9:09 9:10 9:10 9:08 Singles' Ministries Fellowship July 13. Clearwater, New Port Memphis, TN 8:11 8:15 8:17 8:18 8:18 8:16 Richey, Spring Hill, Miami, FL 8:10 8:13 8:15 8:16 8:16 8:16 Dinners-June 28. Seminole Montgomery, AL 7:50 7:53 7:55 7:56 7:56 7:55 Meadows. Brooksville, East Pasco in Nashville, TN 8:01 8:05 8:07 8:08 8:08 8:06 July 5. Florida Hospital. Zephyrhills, Plant City. Orlando, FL 8:21 8:24 8:26 8:27 8:27 8:26 July 12. Forest Lake. July 19. West Palm Beach. Wilmington, NC 8:21 8:24 8:26 8:27 8:27 8:26

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When Brandon Raines was old enough for kindergarten his not only in the Bowman Hills church but in the churches of com- parents, Scott Alfie and Denise, began looking for a good school. munity students as well. The pastor of their Baptist church recommended the Bowman Hills During the Christmas season the school sends a letter and the Seventh-day Adventist school in Cleveland, Tennessee. They en- gift of a MagaBook to rolled Brandon and were happy with his education. They later the family of each com- enrolled their younger boys, Ashton and Ryan and chose to have munity student. The let- Brandon continue in Adventist education at Collegedale Academy. ter thanks them for the Last fall Denise began volunteering at the school. She made privilege of teaching friends with other parents who invited her to church. She began their children. urging Scott to go with her. "I didn't want to go to church with a "One of the real bunch of kooks," he laughs, but did go, and found the church people benefits of having com- friendly and the pastors genuine and caring. munity iludents in our The family enjoyed school is that church Bible studies in their home. members' children On January 18, 2003, the don't have to wait until entire family was baptized. Bowman Hills elementary teacher they are adults to share Tammy Raines reads from the Bible to "We've wandered for years, their faith," notes Ryan Raines and his classmates. but we finally feel we've LaRayne. "They can found our place. It feels like share their love of the Lord with students who've never accepted home," says Scott. Christ and develop respect for community students who have ac- "Our school has cepted Christ but attend other churches." caught a vision of what it For twelve-year-old Ashton Raines the school played an im- means to reach out to the portant role is his decision for Christ. He says he learned a lot community," says Bowman about the Bible in class and his friends shared their faith with him. Hills Principal LaRayne Most importantly, says Ashton, "They invited me to their church." Hall. "The church and the "...the work of education and the work of redemption are school are a team for Christ. one, for in education, as in redemption, 'other foundation can no Ashton, Denise Scott, Brandon The school is front-line man lay than that is laid, which and Ryan (front), were all evangelism in a quiet, is Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians baptized last January. friendly way." 3:11"' (Education p. 30). When Standards at Bowman Christ is the foundation, the Hills school are high. "This reputation for excellence brings stu- church and the school can work dents to the school from the community," says LaRayne. "Parents together to reach people the way who are eager to enroll their children in the school are more likely Christ did, by genuinely caring to ask questions and be receptive to our faith." and by inviting them to come. About 20 percent of the students at Bowman Hills come from the community and are not members of the church. The school welcomes these students and their families and seeks to involve them in school and church activities. "We're constantly working to share the Lord and our faith," says LaRayne. Students from the school recently provided the adult Sabbath school program at Bowman Hills church. The mother of a com- munity student commented, "We haven't been to church in a long Top: Arnold Schnell, time, but we had such a good morning that we'd like to come Bowman Hills senior again." pastor baptizes Brandon Community students are invited by their classmates to come Raines. Left: Jeremy to Sabbath school. Teachers invite families to their homes. Com- Arnall, Bowman Hills munity students in the band are frequently asked to provide solos associate pastor baptizes for Bowman Hills church services. In return the band performs Denise Raines.

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