OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE NORTH AMERIC,AN REGIONAL CONFERENCES OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS

VOLUME 9 FEBRUARY, 1988 NUMBER 12 Jackson candidacy speaks to this point. If Jesse carries 90% of the Black vote to the COVER STORY PUBLISHER'S PAGE Democratic Convention, Blacks will not be ignored in the decision-making process. MRS. SALLIE B. COOPWOOD This principle carries over into the total CELEBRATES 104 YEARS picture. Mother Sallie B. Coopwood was born Black businesses in general have suf- Nov. 19, 1883, in Greenwood, Miss. Her fered because of "superstitions" long held father, Thomas Wamble, was an itinerant concerning them. "Prices are higher," "the Methodist minister. Her mother and sister goods are inferior," and on ad infinitum. died when she was young. Her father, Distrust of one's own is a legacy from the anxious to provide a caring-nurturing en- "previous condition," as also is the idea vironment, placed her in a boarding school that unless a thing is integrated, it is "non- at Philander Smith College in Little Rock, kosher." In Atlanta, Ga., there is a Black- Ark. At this institution she remained through owned and Black-run shopping center school and normal teaching training. that is the pride of the city. It is not inferior At the Philander Smith School, she met a because it is Black-owned and Black-run. fellow student, Thomas Henry Coopwood. Nor is it, somehow, unprincipled. Have you seen White-owned business, Chinese, After completion of their formal education, E. E. Cleveland. he obtained employment as a pullman Vietnamese, Indian and/or Jewish busi- nesses? Who criticizes them because they porter on the railroad and Sallie began THE BLACK BANK teaching school. Shortly thereafter, they are not integrated? We buy from them. both taught school in several small black Enterprising Black businessmen in most That is why they are still in business. WE communities in Oklahoma. They were of the major cities of America have estab- are gradually recovering from the slave married in March 1910 in Fort Smith, Ark. lished a chain of banks across the nation. experience. But there is much yet to be In 1917 the family moved to Colorado From Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, done. Springs, Colo., and it was here that the Calif., and from Chicago, Ill, to Birmingham, Segregation is sin. (James 2:9). De- Coopwood family became Seventh-day Ala., these banks are healthy, thriving .segregation is a basic Christian require- Adventists after receiving Bible studies institutions. Nearly 20 years ago, the ment. This allows a person to worship, from a dearly beloved white couple whose General Conference of Seventh-day Ad- shop, play and live where he or she doctrinal teachings Thomas Coopwood ventists deposited thousands of dollars in pleases. Integration is a dream that we sought to disprove. a Black bank in Washington, D.C. This act shall realize in Heaven. On earth there is In Colorado the Coopwood children of trust on the part of our world leaders no classless, colorless society, nor has expanded from two to nine. Noting un- was an expression of respect for the there ever been. The Jewish minority un- common ability as a speaker, teacher and thousands of Black members who fill our derstands this. That is why they have spiritual leader, the church officials invited pews world-wide. In this we have lent survived. There is a Jewish vote and a Thomas to join the gospel ministry in the encouragement to the Black financial Catholic vote. No one criticizes this. What's SDA denomination. His successful and leaders of America—and paid to them a wrong with the Black vote? productive ministry for the church led him tribute well-deserved. Perhaps, the further we get from slavery, to serve in Colorado, New Mexico, Illinois, But what about Black confidence in the more we will trust ourselves. This, Nebraska, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Black financial institutions? The answer however, does not negate our penetration Oklahoma, Indiana and Michigan. During may surprise you. Black-owned banks of every level of human administration— much of this time, Mrs. Sallie Coopwood and insurance companies are alive today secular, social or religious. For minorities, focused on the rearing of her children, largely because of Black depositors and this involves a quota-system or some form including William Eugene, "number 10," investments. These institutions built this of affirmative action. This does mean the who joined the family in 1930 in Little confidence the old-fashioned way—they allocation and designation of certain jobs Rock, Ark. earned it! They are backed, as are all other to minorities. If we can be denied this For a number of years Mrs. Coopwood banks, by government insurance; and there respectability for 350 years because of worked as a practical nurse after having have been precious few scandals sur- color, minimal justice demands affirmative received her training by correspondence rounding them. Wouldn't it be nice if all action and quotas to adjust the grievance. school and preceptorship in San Antonio, Regional Conference did much, if not all, But this will affect a mere fraction of our Tex. of their major banking with these banks? people. For the rest of us, we need to She lives in Nashville, Tenn. with her son Black Seventh-day Adventists have ex- "Walk together Children—don't you get and his wife, Dr. and Mrs. William Coop- hibited their confidence in Black man- weary—there's a Great Campmeeting in wood. At 104 years of age, she still reflects agement by their liberality in tithe and the Promised Land." E. E. Cleveland on how the Lord has blessed the work of mission giving. The year 1987 saw us pass the $50,000,000 mark in tithe and mission- the church through the years as she served Set your affection on things above, not giving. This is more than similar giving by by her husband's side as a pastor's wife. on things on the earth. For ye are dead, any division in the world of Adventism. To She is alert, interactive socially and still and your life is hid with Christ in God. God be the glory! enjoys playing the piano. She speaks often When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, A minority must pool its resources if it is of her fond hope in the second coming of then shall ye also appear with him in glory. Jesus Christ. to impact on the social scene. The Jesse

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Announcing CONGRESS FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS

Featured speakers include Henry Wright, Ron Halvorsen, Jr., Frank Gonzales and Dr. Samuele Bacchiocchi. There will be seminars, a Bible Bowl, • ;It -•• excellent music, temperance parade, • • basketball tournaments for men and • • women, and a volleyball tournament. Facilitators include Charles Cheatham, Patrick Cote, Clarence Hodges, Tawanna Marshall, Ernie Peckham, Francisco and Paula Ramos, Esther F. R. Rosado, Cheryl and Terry St. Clair, Claude and Jo Thomas, and others. Special music includes the New England Youth Ensemble, Pine Forge Academy Choir, Atlantic a al Union College Choir, Roland Gresham, Guitarist, Walter Arties, Breath of Life, Producer-Soloist, Ritchie Carbajal, Keyboards. Coming May 5 - 8, 1988 Springfield Convention Center Springfield, MA

Sponsored by The Atlantic Union Church Ministries Department LIFE SKETCH OF ELDER NAPOLEON B. SMITH Napoleon B. Smith was born in Mountain Creek, Ala., to Richard and The Editor's Desk Amelia Smith. His father was a Baptist minister. that will be a definite asset to MESSAGE. At the age of 13 years, Napoleon became Pat, a published writer, has served as interested through a friend in attending the editor of an Information Network paper Emanuel Oakwood Training School in and has a strong background in English Huntsville, Ala., now known as Oakwood and writing. She brings a broad and College. His parents consented, and he varied experience base to her position as was sent to Huntsville. assistant editor of MESSAGE. While at Three Angels Broadcasting Network in Southern Illinois, Mrs. Hum- phrey created, hosted and produced a half-hour educational program that con- tinues to air weekly on the network. Pat has also served as a counselor, a student development services administrator and holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Howard University in Washington, D.C. She is married to Art Humphrey, also Patricia Humphrey employed by the Review and Herald in the Harvest Media Department and is the MESSAGE MAGAZINE GETS NEW mother of two children, Candice and ASSISTANT EDITOR Brandon, ages 7 and 4. Pat has a par- On Jan. 4, 1988, Patricia Humphrey ticular interest in the publishing work joined the staff of the MESSAGE and believes that God has led her to Magazine as its new assistant editor. MESSAGE to share her talent through Elder Napoleon B. Smith Mrs. Humphrey has a rich background the written word.

Upon arrival, Napoleon and his friend went to the wrong school. Fortunately, Napoleon's mother had placed a note in his pocket addressed to the "Officials of SUNSET CALENDAR Oakwood Training School." After seeing it, the school officials immediately put the Feb. 26 Mar. 4 11 18 boys on the path to their correct destination. Boston, Mass. 5:30 5:38 5:46 5:54 Consequent to arriving on Oakwood's New York City 5:41 5:48 5:56 6:04 campus, Napoleon was told by the registrar Buffalo, N.Y. 6:00 6:08 6:16 6:25 he was too young to attend. Napoleon Atlanta, Ga. 6:32 6:37 6:42 6:48 implored school officials to allow him to Miami, Fla. 6:21 6:24 6:28 6:31 prove himself scholastically and as a stu- Charlotte, N.C. 6:16 6:22 6:28 6:34 dent worker. To their amazement, he did Birmingham, Ala. 5:41 5:46 5:52 5:57 just that. Napoleon was found to be a Jackson, Miss. 5:56 6:01 6:06 6:11 conscientious, trustworthy student and Memphis, Tenn. 5:53 5:58 6:04 6:10 worker. Being still quite young, he was a Louisville, Ky. 6:33 6:39 6:46 6:53 little mischievous, but the association with Detroit, Mich. 6:19 6:27 6:35 6:43 other students, along with the doctrines of Chicago, Ill. 5:37 5:44 5:52 6:00 the SDA Church made a marked impres- South Bend, Indiana 6:32 6:39 6:47 6:55 sion on Napoleon. Minneapolis, Minn. 5:56 6:04 6:14 6:23 After graduating from Oakwood in 1916, St. Louis, Mo. 5:50 5:57 6:04 6:11 Elder Smith worked as a helper in a Kansas City, Mo. 6:07 6:14 6:21 6:28 Columbia, S.C., tent effort with Elder Denver, Co. 5:48 5:55 6:02 6:10 Strother. His actual ministry began in Little Rock, Ark. 6:02 6:07 6:13 6:19 January of 1917 in Camden, S.C. Shortly Dallas, Texas 6:22 6:27 6:32 6:37 thereafter he was called to serve in the New Orleans, La. 5:51 6:01 6:06 6:10 U.S. Armed Forces, which he did for 13 Albuquerque, N.M. 5:59 6:04 6:10 6:16 months. Oklahoma City, Okla. 6:23 6:28 6:34 6:40 Because of his religious beliefs, Napoleon was sorely tested while in the Add one minute for each 13 miles west; subtract one minute for each 13 miles east. service. He was imprisoned many times

Page 4 Publisher's Page February 1988/North American Regional Voice for failing to work on Sabbath and not "If only we had a church here in New- After a hearty luncheon and a beautiful bearing arms. burgh, we would have a much better time of fellowship, the afternoon program When discharged, Smith resumed his chance of getting people to attend church." began with a period of adoration and duties as minister in the Carolina Con- With that lament, the dream was conceived. praise through scripture, instrumental and ference, pastoring many of the churches If we could not contribute to doubling our vocal selections and congregational sing- throughout the states several times. Elder church attendance—perhaps we could ing, accompanied by brass. Smith met and married Elizabeth Barnes double the churches to attend in our President Luther Palmer challenged the while pastoring in Wilson, N.C. district. "Let's start a church right here in group to live by I Cor. 16:13, which exhorts Many were baptized as a result of Elder Newburgh!" Newspaper survey statistics us to "be on our guard, stand firm in the Napoleon Smith's ministry. While pastoring stated that 60% of the people in Newburgh faith, be men of courage, be strong." As the Greensboro, N.C., church, he had the were unchurched. trained and disciplined soldiers, we must pleasure of baptizing young Charles After receiving the proper permissions watch our position, because the enemy is Brooks, now of Breath of Life Ministries, and authority, the 19-member nucleus always in pursuit, and so live that God can and his family into the SDA Church. During began organizing and planning. It was have confidence in us. his 66 years of ministry, Elder Smith was decided to meet the first quarter in the When members rose to accept the chal- blessed to build and organize many great room of the Richard Helzerman lenge, Elder Palmer lit the candle symbol- churches throughout the southland. home to firm up the group, polish up the izing the light of Jesus Christ brought to Elder Smith leaves to mourn his passing, program, save some money with which to Warrick County and pronounced the SDA Elizabeth Smith, devoted wife; four chil- rent a church and then take the gospel to Church of Newburgh officially opened. dren, Louis N. Smith of Los Angeles, Calif., the public. As Secretary Brown called the roll of Doris Jackson Thompson and husband Opening Sabbath, July 4, 1986, saw the charter families, each new member signed John of Detroit, Mich., Milton E. Smith and little group swell to 41 with 14 non-Ad- the permanent registry and lit a candle wife Bettye of Greensboro, N.C., and ventists in attendance. The dream was signifying the light of their personal witness Reginald Smith of Detroit, Mich.; five born! Within four months the attendance for Jesus. grandchildren, La Verne Hall of Detroit, reached 59, including 23 non-Adventists Elder Palmer established Richard Hel- Mich., Yvette Clanton of San Francisco, and the group earnestly labored to claim zerman as the pastor of the new church Calif., Karen David of Houston, Tex., the county for the Lord and to harvest and invited Pastor Helzerman to participate Heather and Michael Smith of Greensboro, souls for Him. in the ordination of his son, Randall, as an N.C.; great-grandchildren, Traci Hall, On Sabbath, Jan. 2, 1988, dream and elder by choice of the group. Andre' Brown, Tiffini Hall, Freddie Clanton reality wed as the Newburgh group be- Elder Brown pronounced a blessing and Courtney David; brothers and sisters- came the SDA Church of Newburgh. This upon the group and consecrated them to in-law, Edward and Odell Barnes, Alma new church with 29 charter members is the work of spreading the gospel. Lewis Hattye and Joe Wilkins; a host of now a part of the sisterhood of churches in A few moments were taken to acknowl- nieces and nephews. the Lake Region Conference. edge those who helped the group arrive at the realization of their dream. "Words fitly Elizabeth Smith The Organizational Program was a true high point in the Newburgh journey from spoken are like apples of gold." Prov. 25:11. dream to reality. With 135 in attendance, A golden brass apple, engraved with the representing four states, it was a lovely text, church name and date was presented "THIS GOSPEL SHALL BE way to spend the first Sabbath of the new to friends who spoke words of encour- PREACHED" agement and support for the work. Church Organizational theme for year. Newburgh, Indiana Sabbath School superintendent, Ruth Newburgh church members rent the Mt. Helzerman, warned that active Christians Olives General Baptist Church, and its may incur many battle scars in service for pastor, William Bullock, accepted on be- "You can do nothing except first you have the Master. But in enduring to the end, the half of his group a five-foot blue spruce a dream"...Elder Luther Palmer heavenly reward will be the exchange of tree, planted and marked with a plaque, The dream started as a response to "scars for stars" in their crowns. An inter- declaring "a living tribute of friendship" leadership's call for Harvest 90 and the view followed with members of the Hunt- between the two groups. doubling of church attendance within five ingburg, Indiana Church, which was Pastor Greene was given an engraved years. started by "dark county missionaries" also. brass door knocker for helping the group The best convert prospects are within These stars for Jesus gave inspiring testi- "knock on the door of the Lake Region." your immediate circle of personal influ- monies of their conversion to the Advent Layman Phillip Prime was presented with ence—family, neighbors, friends and work message and of the change and blessing a welcome door mat for helping to ensure associates. The 19 members of six spirit- brought to their lives by lay people willing a "warm welcome" inside the Lake Region ually alive families living in the unevangel- to evangelize an unworked area. and Pastor Bernard was awarded a reflect- ized county of Warrick, Ind., were all too Officials participating in the church ser- ing candle for "mirroring Jesus' love" to aware of the limitations upon their in- vice were Elder Luther Palmer, President, the group once inside the Lake Region. volvement in the programs of their church, and featured speaker; Elder R. C. Brown Elder Brown and Elder Palmer were because it was a 40-minute drive away. Sr., Conference Executive Secretary; Elder presented with marble-mounted brass Seasoned Adventists are programmed to Bastian P. Bernard, pastor of Evansville sailing ships for giving the Newburgh drive as far as necessary to attend church Metropolitan, and Elder Alfonse Greene, church "safe harbor" and for being cap- —visitors are not! former area pastor. tains of the ship they set sail that very day.

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Publisher's Page Page 5 Newburgh members appreciate leaders Rhoenna's community service is vast. "anchored in Christ Jesus." She is certified with the county and city to A beautiful, white alter Bible was pre- do earthquake preparedness workshops. sented to the new church by Elder Brown In addition, Miss Armster serves on Con- on behalf of the Conference, giving us a gressman Jim Bates' Substance Abuse reference for the "Gospel that Shall Be Task Force, is a member of the San Diego Preached." Urban League, Education Services Div- Dr. Carl Barniak was given a soaring ision, and a member of Lead San Diego, eagle as a special acknowledgement for Inc. his uplifting Personal Ministries leadership Miss Armster holds a B.S. degree in and in recognition of having brought 133 business education from Loma Linda visitors to church in the past 17 months. University, an M.A. degree in business Newburgh members asked their hon- education from the University of ored guests to accept attendance keep- Northern Colorado, and M.B.A. with an sakes to remember this historic occasion. emphasis in financial management from They were given a brass globe to remind National University. She continues to be them of their gospel mission, a religious self-actualized by taking post-graduate bookmark to mark their progress and a courses at United State International yardstick with which to measure their University in San Diego. success. The globe was also a pencil A district selection committee comprised sharpener and the yardstick bore the of two parents, three former teachers-of- Rhoenna P Armster group's name and address, plus their the-year, two administrators and a student advertising slogan: "The church with a and students alike as an exemplary edu- reviewed all nominees' applications from Bible teaching, Jesus preaching, Sabbath cator, dedicated to a standard of excel- various sites in the school district and keeping ministry." lence which is expected of each of her submitted Miss Armster's name for the The audience departed with Guardian students," says Robert Grossmann, Mentor coveted award. Angels called to safely watch over them by Teacher Program Coordinator for the city As the representative of 6,000 teachers Pastor Helzerman. schools. and more than 116,000 students in San The members continue to dream. They Miss Armster's personal zest and love Diego, Miss Armster is planning an exten- have contracted for over 500 radio com- for teaching have been demonstrated over sive agenda for 1988 which includes mercials and 75 television commercials to the past two decades as she has taught at speaking engagements, doing public serv- be beamed within a 150 mile diameter of Newbury Park Adventist Academy, San ice announcements and writing newspaper the church. Regular monthly mass mailings Diego Academy, several high schools in articles on the theme "Excellence in will reach each home in Newburgh. As the San Diego, Point Loma Nazarene College, Education." She plans to "make a differ- church grows, it dreams of planting a total as well as other colleges and universities ence" by taking her message around the of 7 churches in the cities and towns of the in the San Diego area. city, the county, the state, and even the greater Evansville District of which it is a She believes that teaching is an "in- nation. part. strumental art." She says, "Good teachers It is our dream to help finish the work will find a way to allow each student to and see Jesus come. participate in the band, orchestra or choir HELPFUL MESSAGE Ruth A. Helzerman of learning, to gain full expression and INFORMATION Communication Secretary satisfaction with his/her musical tune or 1. Campaign begins—April 1: Cam- instrument. It is up to the teacher to help paign ends—June 30. ARMSTER NAMED SAN DIEGO fine-tune each instrument, to help each 2. September/October is first issue CITY SCHOOLS' "TEACHER OF student excel, to motivate each student to to be mailed of subscription year. THE YEAR" reach his/her fullest potential." 3. Contact your local conference Per- During a recent board meeting, Rhoenna "Teaching is an art form where each sonal Ministries Director for campaign Armster, a graduate of Loma Linda Uni- student can achieve in his/her own way. supplies, if you don't already have them. versity and a member of the 31st Street Most of all, teachers have an obligation to 4. If you are experiencing subscrip- SDA Church, received the prestigious make that thing called 'success': happen tion problems, write or call MESSAGE award as San Diego City School District's with every student they teach," she adds. Subscription Services, Box 1119, "Teacher of the Year" for 1988. In addition to being the business de- Hagerstown, MD 21740 or call In addition, Miss Armster received a partment chairperson at Compers Second- 301-791-7000. proclamation from the County Board of ary School and a district mentor teacher, 5. Keep MESSAGE and its staff in Supervisors which declared Tuesday, Nov. Miss Armster has served on the Teacher your prayers and contact the editorial 24, 1987, "Rhoenna Pamela Armster Day" Education and Computer Center (TECC) office at the above address, if you have throughout the county of San Diego in Policy Board and represented the TECC questions or comments. recognition of her "outstanding contribu- on the California Council on the Education tion to the students of the county." of Teachers. She has done course piloting, A veteran teacher of 21 years and a curriculum writing, grant writing, demon- Rejoice in the Lord aiway: and again I product of Christian education, "Miss stration lessons, and staff development/ say, Rejoice. Philippians 4:4 Armster is characterized by staff, parents technology workshops.

Page 6 Publisher's Page February 1988/North American Regional Voice As presidents, Dr. Diana Broomfield and Dr. Dawn Allicock directed and produced ALLEGHENY EAST the university's first yearbook, "The Physician" which was also the first printing of a full-color yearbook on the island of the Dominican Republic. Dr. Broomfield is married to James Cromwell Rodriguez, who is also pursuing a career in medicine. The couple resides on Long Island, N.Y., where Diana is pre- paring for the FMGEMS (Medical Boards for Foreign Graduates). Upon the success- ful completion of these exams, it is Dr. Broomfield's earnest desire to enter a residency program in obstetrics and gynecology. In the words of her professors and the director of the School of Medicine, "Dr. Broomfield has proven to be an outstand- ing leader and physician of great distinc- tion, displaying exceptional qualities of diligence, empathetic spirit and emotional stability. Thus, Diana Broomfield, M.D., has proven and will continue to prove to be a West Philadelphia Pathfinders stand at attention during investure service. great asset to the medical profession." HADLEY HOSPITAL AND XEROX WEST INVESTS TWELVE sophomore years. Dr. Broomfield spent CORP. REACH OUT TO PATHFINDERS her junior year at California State Uni- versity-Los Angeles where she was COMMUNITY DURING HOLIDAYS The Sequoias, West Philadelphia SDA awarded a fellowship to participate on a Hadley Memorial Hospital reached out Church's Pathfinder Club, invested 12 in- bio-medical research team, a program to the surrounding community with two dividuals during the celebration of Path- sponsored by the National Institute of projects during the recent holiday season finder Day, Nov. 21. With the pagentry of Health. As research assistant to Dr. Joseph and was assisted in each by donations their color guard and at the command, Sacher, their bio-medical research was and employees of the Xerox Corporation. "Take the platform," they did just that and subsequently published in PLANTA mag- Thanksgiving food baskets were distri- sat under a banner that declared, "We are azine. Broomfield then returned to Loma buted to 60 families, the majority of them willing, Lord." Linda University her senior year and grad- patients of the hospital and the full-service Elder C. Arrington from the Willow Grove, uated with a B.S. in biology. Later, she clinic. The Social Services and Family Penn., Church was speaker for the oc- worked in the clinical laboratory of Loma Health Service departments provided the casion and declared that all should send Linda University Medical Center, where names of area families in need, and two their children to schools of the prophets, she served as a phlebotomist and week- other organizations joined with Hadley to dedicating them to the Lord as Hannah end supervisor of the venipuncture staff. provide the food. did. He emphasized, "Pathfindering is With the cherished dream to serve The baskets, distributed Monday and where your child ought to be, if you want humanity as an obstetrician-gynecologist, Tuesday before the holiday, were donated him to learn of the truth." Diana entered medical school. An ambi- by United Planning Organization's Project The service concluded with seven tious, dedicated medical student, her col- Harvest and from an employee group of Friends, three Companions, and one leagues at the non-Adventist medical the Xerox Corporation's Rosslyn office, Ranger being invested. The big surprise school she was attending were impressed says Paul Williams, social worker for the was when Mrs. Vera Braxton was invested to know that she ceased from her studies Family Health Service. The Xerox employ- as a Master Guide. during the Sabbath hours and still con- ees came to the hospital to personally With a corp of six on staff, West is sistently ranked as the number-one stu- deliver the baskets to their families. Other working to lead more youth to a Christian dent each semester. families on the list were suggested through life. On May 22 the degree of Doctor of the Hadley SDA Community Church, which Mark F. Harris Medicine (M.D.) was conferred upon Diana is based at the hospital. Communication Secretary Broomfield from Eugenia Maria De Hostos For the Christmas season, a $1000 gift University School of Medicine, Dominican from the Xerox Corporation provided a DIANA BROOMFIELD RECEIVES Republic. As class president, earning the health fair for kids, combined with gifts for MEDICAL DEGREE great distinction of graduating with highest each child in attendance. The fair, held a Diana Pastora Broomfield, M.D., born to honors, Summa Cum Laude, and as vale- week before Christmas, attracted nearly Elder and Mrs. Joshua Broomfield of the dictorian, Dr. Broomfield delivered a most 40 youngsters, who received free evalu- Allegheny East SDA Conference, attended inspirational commencement address on ations for eyes, ears, blood pressure and Loma Linda University her freshman and behalf of her colleagues. hemoglobin.

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Allegheny East Page 7 HADLEY RECEIVES THREE-YEAR Mr. Olivet's Male Choir of Neptune, N.J., elected its first president and Aaron N. ACCREDITATION FROM JCAH literally moved the congregation. From the Brogden, secretary-treasurer. Other per- pulpit down throughout the church, heads sonnel included: Henry Freeman, publish- Hadley Memorial Hospital recently re- could be seen moving to the tunes of ing; N. K. Jenkins, associate publishing; ceived renewed accreditation with the "There's a bright sign somewhere" and "I Donald B. Simons, lay activities and Sab- Joint Commission on Accreditation of just want to see my Savior and hear well bath School, and Adrian T. Westney, Hospitals for the maximum three-year time done." education and MV. period, reports hospital president, Albert L. The executive committee consisted of: Dudley. Mark F. Harris Walter, M. Starks, Aaron N. Brogden, Henry The nationally-recognized accreditation Communication Secretary Shelton, Burrell Scott, Elmer Mitchell, reflects the hospital's ability to provide Jethro H. Lester, Nelson A. Bliss, James A. quality health care on a level matching or Washington, Alfred L. Jones, Donald B. surpassing standards set for over 80 per ALLEGHENY WEST Simons and Charles Anderson. cent of the nation's hospitals. The achieve- Membership at the time of organization ment positively affects the hospital's re- ALLEGHENY WEST CONFERENCE was 4,299, contained in 30 churches. The lationship with third-party payor com- HISTORY territory, then and now, covers the states panies, physicians and the community it When the original Allegheny Conference of Ohio, West Virginia, western Pennsyl- serves. Dudley states that the 35-year-old was divided in 1966, much of the inland vania, western Virginia and the western hospital has been continually accredited portion was called Allegheny West. The portion of Maryland. since its early years in the 1950's. unprecedented growth of old Allegheny Officers who have since served the Voluntary accreditation is one way a was so outstanding that it was felt the conference: D. B. Simons, President, hospital can assure the community of its constituency could be better served by its (completed term of W. M. Starks, who was quality service. At the request of the division into two conferences. Hence, after elected head of newly organized General hospital, as JCAH survey team, consisting a feasibility study, conducted by the Conference stewardship department); H. of a physician, nurse, administrator and Columbia Union Conference, plans were L. Cleveland, who served as president for medical technologist, visits the facility for laid for this reorganization. 11 years; Henry M. Wright and Willie J. one or two days. They provide a preliminary Allegheny West Conference was offi- Lewis, current president. Secretary-treas- report to the hospital staff as to their cially established by a vote of western- urers have been A. N. Brogden and J. A. findings. Following their completed report, section constituents of the old Allegheny Washington. Treasurers have been: J. A. the JCAH sends its decision from the Conference in a meeting held in Columbus, Washington, William McDonald, Johnnie national headquarters in Chicago. Ohio, Nov. 13, 1966. Walter M. Starks, Mack, Willie J. Lewis and, currently, Carl This peer review system, based on stewardship secretary of Allegheny, was Rogers. standards regularly updated for today's technology, helps assure the citizens of southwest and southeast Washington that Hadley Hospital is providing effective, up- to-date health care at a high level of quality.

BRADFORD EXHORTS WEST PHILADELPHIA MEN "A Real Man" was the focus of Men's Day 1987, held Nov. 28 at the West Phila- delphia SDA Church in Philadelphia, Penn. After prayer by Elder Van Putten, Allegheny East Conference President, Elder C. E. Bradford, North American Divi- sion President, brought the morning mes- sage to a packed church. He explained that what counts is not the Ten Com- mandments in the ark, but the "Ten Commandments in our hearts." He stated further that the devil knows you like a pitcher knows a baseball player; from long study he knows just what kind of pitch will tempt you to strike out and sin. John Lester, Men's Day coordinator, stepped out on faith and stated that he expected to see $500 in each man's offer- Allegheny West ing envelope. He was later rewarded with Conference a total of almost $4000 to pay for church President, W. J. Mays. improvements.

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INDUCTION CEREMONY AT COMMUNITY The Community SDA Pathfinder Club in Denver, Colo., held their annual induction ceremonies in which five new pathfinders were welcomed. Along with the services, ribbons for first- second- and third-place winners were awarded to groups for activities partici- pated in at the Central States Pathfinders Camporee in Kansas City, Mo. Norval Stovall, Pathfinder leader, gave an inspirational speech on the true mean- The Searchers Pathfinder Club of Community SDA Church, Denver, Colo. ing of the pathfinder in today's church and world. Etta Collins communication Secretary A WEDDING IN DENVER The Sabbath and marriage are two in- stitutions God blessed during creation week. They symbolize the close relation- ship the God-head longs to share with the church. On Nov. 22,1987, Pastor Reuben Round- tree of the Palace of Peace and Claremont SDA Churches in Colorado, presided over the marriage of Piciola Humphrey and Gilbert Randle at the home of the bride's granddaughter Tanya Marshall in Denver, Colo. Tanya is a member of the Community SDA Church, Denver, Colo. What made this event so special was the fact that both the bride and groom are in Newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Gilhert Randle. their eighties. The Randles have been faithful members of the Philadelphia SDA Church in Des Moines, Iowa, for the past 40 years where they serve as head deacon and deaconess. Etta Collins Communication Secretary

PATTERSON SPEAKS FOR BETHESDA'S WEEK OF PRAYER The Holy Spirit was vividly evident to the Bethesda SDA Church congregation in Omaha, Neb., as Pastor Steve Patterson conducted a week of prayer. Evangelist Patterson told of exploits that the Lord worked through him while in Africa. Work- ing with the Muslims of Africa, 76 persons decided to be baptized into the Adventist faith. Each meeting was videotaped so that memories could be retained. The last Sabbath was climactic as Evangelist Patterson told of how one could enjoy (Left to Right) Pastor and Mrs. Rodney Draggon and daughter Alicia stand with Evangelist Steve Patterson. their Christian experience.

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Central States Page 9 Ping Tung and Tai Tung, Taiwan, as well and Mr. Bertram Simmonds. Mrs. Daley's and plans to resume her studies at Oak- outfit represented heirlooms from past wood College in the fall of 1988. generations. Mr. Bertram Simmonds from Gordon Sims the Better Living Mission wore articles of Communication Secretary clothing that belonged to his grandfather. The afternoon program was quite unique in that it had a flavor of the Caribbean, including folk songs by the Huie Family and Jamaican dialect by Ruby Sutherland and Myrtle Pickett. A reading was also presented by Mrs. Classidel Nelson. Special guest musicians included the New York Express and soloists Willie Bethea and Raymond McKinnon. Deaconess Constance Tyson, who has served in this position for almost 20 years, Traci L. Sims received an award for length of service and her dedication to the role of the deaconess. Deacon Aston Warner also JOHNSON, EMPLOYEE OF THE received an award for his devotion and MONTH dedication to the role of the deacon. Mr. Edward Johnson of Bethesda Church Head deacon Gayle and head deaconess in Omaha, Neb., was voted "Employee of Darthard also received special awards the Month" by the University Medical from the Deacon and Deaconess Board Center for the month of October. The for outstanding leadership over the years. medical center is the largest and most Deacon Gayle has decided to take a Mr. Edward Johnson distinguished medical center in Nebraska leave from active service on the Deacon and Midwest America. Board for the upcoming year. Gayle's easy-going manner and his ability to get Here is how it happened. A hospital the job done are enviable attributes. He employee developed a fieart attack about NORTHEASTERN will be remembered and missed by the 7:00 on morning. Edward was on his way church members. to work when he noticed the employee, a doctor. Edward called a respiratory ther- SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING Myrtle Pickett apist, and they proceeded to administer NEW Communication Secretary CPR and paged for medical assistance at On Sunday afternoon, Nov. 1, 1987, 300 the same time. While the medical staff and members and friends of the Bronx SDA an ambulance were on their way, Johnson CAN ANY GOOD THING COME OUT Church, Bronx, N.Y., were dressed in their OF NAZARETH? worked on the doctor for about half an finest to attend the second annual gala hour. Upon arrival of the ambulance, Mr. banquet presented by the deacons and Jamestown, N.Y., could be compared to Johnson accompanied the patient before deaconesses of the church. the Nazareth of Jesus' day. Jesus would going to his own job. It took many months of planning by head preach, teach, perform miracles, comfort deacon, Roy Gayle, head deaconess, the sick and bereaved, give food to the SHARON'S OWN STUDENT Nanette Darthard, and their committees to hungry and clothes to the naked, visit the MISSIONARY make this banquet a success. sick and those in trouble and in prison. He The theme was "Something Old, Some- did quite a few things during His ministry— Traci L. Sims, 1985 graduate of Omaha thing New," and was portrayed by the some for which He received earthly reward, Central High School, Omaha, Neb., is a many guests dressed in costumes which most for which He received no reward at student at Oakwood College in Huntsville, either depicted specific eras or were "old" all, not even by those close to Him. He Ala. She is the daughter of Gordon and in terms of years of ownership. Other fulfilled this mission, knowing that several Fayetta Sims and a member of the persons brought articles which dated as years down the line, Pastor Sherwin Call- Sharon SDA Church, Omaha, Neb., far back as the 1930's. Elder Earl Pickett wood would follow in the same footsteps. where Elder Emmit Slocumb Jr. is the had in his possession a daily newspaper Therefore, Christ needed to show what pastor. clipping, dating back to 1935. could be done, regardless of what others Traci's dream to serve God by serving Representing the 1800's and receiving said, thought or did. humanity was realized when in her junior first prize was a couple who wore cos- Doing some of the same things his year at Oakwood College she was selected tumes depicting the plantation owner and Master did, Pastor Callwood worked un- to serve as a student missionary in Taiwan. his wife during the days of slavery. Ms. tiringly in surroundings filled with poverty She is presently serving in Taipei, Taiwan, Primrose Scott was dressed in a costume and spiritualism. There were critics that Republic of China, where she teaches representing the "Roaring Twenties." told Jesus what He was doing would not Bible and English classes at the language Costumes representing years of owner- make a difference and was useless—so institute. She has served in the cities of ship were worn by Mrs. Sherolin Daley were some of the same cries heard by

Page 10 Northeastern February 1988/North American Regional Voice Pastor Callwood about New Hope SDA presence was not previously disclosed to Mission, Jamestown, N.Y. them. However, the designated degree of On Dec. 12, 1987, there was great rejo- tension was apparently reached when Mr. icing, not only in heaven, but in the New Scarlett made the eventful announcement: Hope Mission. Callwood set out, with the "We are here this evening to recognize help of God, to speak the words boldly those who stand behind our children's through the means of a Revelation Seminar high achievements and to say thanks for a for eight weeks. Two individuals, Margaret job well done." Anderson and Carolyn Capron made their The evening progressed with heart- decision to follow the Lord in baptism touching music from the Northeastern along with a host of other members. Many Academy Choir, the Christian Fellowship family members were on hand to watch Youth Choir and the Fine Arts Chorale. An their loved ones and help make things array of poetic compliments was expressed comfortable for the new believers. The deaconesses, Ms. McGaughy, and Ms. by special students as their favorite teach- Hall performed their duties with great care. ers received meritorious longevity awards; After the baptismal service, the church but the highest point of the evening was Maurice Scarlett, chairman of the took part in a potluck dinner. Members touched when Pastor H. L. Ashmeade delivered his address. Christian Fellowship Education Home and became acquainted with the new believers School Committee. and endeavored to help in their new life as Pastor Ashmeade commenced with Christians. notable wonderment as to his viability to Pamela R. Callwood address the group. This, he noted, was not Correspondent only because of the fact that one of his former teachers was sitting among the honorees, but because, considering their sacrificial devotion, he views teachers as the most important people of our human world. He further stated that God's admir- ation for teachers, based on the task they perform, is likened unto the stars that canopy the heavens, and he supported this statement with scripture. Then he concluded emphatically suggesting that the entire SDA organization follow the lead of the Christian Fellowship Church and set aside one day to annually honor the nur- turers of the world. Maurice Scarlett presents plaque to Mrs Doris T. Williams. Recipients of awards included: Thelma Bernard (Hanson Place); Joyce Blackman PASTOR GILBERT J. FOSTER (Flatbush); Edna Florence (Brooklyn Tem- RETIRES ple); Marjorie Hill (Northeastern Academy); It was with mixed emotions that Pastor Mrs. Gloria Nelson receives plaque from Louis Matthews (Brooklyn Temple); Merille Gilbert J. Foster preacned his farewell Mr. Maurice Scarlett. Matthews (Northeastern Academy); Flor- sermon Dec. 12 at the Brooklyn Temple ette Miller (SDA Bilingual Union); Gloria SDA Church, Brooklyn, N.Y. TRIBUTE TO THE NURTURERS OF Newson (Hanson Place); Lera Ramkissoon A lovely farewell program entitled, "This THE WORLD (Hanson Place); Joyce Scarlett (Flatbush); is Your Life" and banquet were held the A gesture by the Education Home and Lester Valentine (Northeastern Academy), following Sunday afternoon at I.S. 390 School Committee of the Christian Fel- and Doris T. Williams (Hanson Place). public school auditorium and cafeteria lowship SDA Church, Brooklyn, N.Y. to Headed by Maurice Scarlett, the Educa- and was catered by the men of the church. honor the entire host of teachers of the tion Home and School Committee includes: Pastor Foster served on various com- Northeastern Conference was not only a Claude Celestine, Hazel Golden, Etta mittees during his ministry in the North- feat depicting spiritual maturity and sound Liddell, Lyn Parris and Julie Williams. eastern Conference. He was a member of humanitarian judgment, but it also proved A random interview of the teachers the conference committee for over 20 to be an historic event. revealed that the joy of seeing a well- years, on the board of directors of Victory Before Mr. Maurice Scarlett, master of rounded individual as a result of their Lake Nursing Center from its inception 18 ceremonies, as well as coordinator of the efforts is enough to propel them in per- years ago, and was a member of the program, announced the stimulus for the petuity, but also indicated that an occa- Atlantic Union Committee. occasion's grandeur, an expression of sional acknowledgment from the brethren The Fosters have built their retirement intense anticipation was vividly evidenced can refresh and enrich the spirit. home in Huntsville, Ala., where the sun is a on the faces of most of the teachers. This Austin H. Tuitt bit warmer and the weather milder. Mrs. was because the specific need for their Correspondent. Ruby Foster will continue her career with

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Northeastern Page 11 the Unisys Corporation which was able to give a position in the Huntsville area. God has richly blessed their 30 years of service to the Northeastern Conference. While pastoring three churches in the Hudson Valley, he was also the camp superintendent of the Victory Lake Camp for 17 years. During this time, he remodeled cabins, built two field kitchens, converted a cabin into a snack bar, built the Irons Motel, built three homes, measured off the property for the construction of the Victory Lake Nursing Center and later became chaplain of the Nursing Center. Pastor Foster gave of his time and talents freely. He always felt the need to comfortably house the members of churches he pastored before leaving them. Under God, each church has either pur- chased a building and remodeled it, or if they remained in their churches, Pastor Foster remodeled them throughout, includ- ing the church schools. Mrs. Foster played a major part in his Pastor and Mrs. Gilbert Foster during farewell celebration. ministry in the field of music. She played for the services and also directed the choirs. Brooklyn Temple bids the Fosters a fond farewell and prays that no matter where they call home, they will continue to be tools in the hands of the Master Builder. Elena M. Sterrett Communication Secretary MT. OF OLIVES HOLDS HEALTH FAIR The Medical Department of Mt. of Olives Church, Brooklyn, N.Y., recently held their annual Health Fair. Many individuals in the neighborhood availed themselves of the services offered. Community volunteers as well as those from the Mt. of Olives Medical Department participated. They included representatives from Woodland Medical Center; New York City Department of Health; Dr. Roger K. Boyce; Dr. Gloria Campbell, and Dr. Westley Campbell. Community Service workers display clothing during Mt. of Olives Health Fair. The church's Community Services De partment, under the direction of Emma sing her jingle entitled, "Drugs Can Kill Best, along with co-workers Fay Baily and You, This I Know." Laureen Carrington, distributed over 100 Glenn Hancock, an eighth-grade stu- pieces of clothing. SOUTH CENTRAL dent and second-place winner of the jingle A hot lunch was served to all persons contest, performed his jingle entitled, attending the fair. ALCY STUDENTS WINNERS! "Don't Use Bad Drugs," in the form of a rap. David Henry Three Honor Roll students from Alcy Michael Ray Tomkins Jr., a fourth-grade Communication Secretary SDA Jr. Academy were winners recently at student, was the first-place winner of the the Mississippi-Tennessee Federation held Temperance Poster Contest. His poster Let us therefore come boldly unto the in Greenville, Miss. was entitled, "Sugar is Bad for Your Health." throne of grace, that we may obtain Charla Folsom, an eighth-grade student Congratulations Alcy students! mercy, and find grace to help in time of and the first- place winner of the Tem- Michael R. Tompkins Sr. need. Hebrews 4:16 perance Jingle Contest, used puppets to Instructor

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poems. Afterwards students intermingled with the senior citizens in a game of balloon volleyball. Many of the residents were known by students who had visited Hillcrest pre- viously. Seventh-grader India Rayborn was particularly elated at having been selected to participate in this outing, because her great-grandmother is a resident of the nursing home. The students returned to school bubbling over with positive feelings from the morning's experience. Even though the Hillcrest staff demon- strated their appreciation of the visit by presenting the students with goodies, minds were drawn to the future when the children would hear, "Well done—I was lonely in a nursing home, and you came and made me smile." E. L. Minnis Jr. Academy plans to con- tinue this type of outreach. (Left to Right) A LCY students, Glenn Hancock, Michael Tompkins and Charla Folson. Jackie Ford Cot-respondent PASTOR CHACHA BECOMES await an experience to take place. A week TREASURER IN TANZANIA of enjoyment in the Adventist Book Center enhanced a prior knowledge in this area of The South Central Conference is proud work for Chacha. As a former A.B.C. of Pastor Chacha who is to be treasurer manager in Tanzania, the realization of the in the Mara Kagera Conference in Tan- scope in operation was slightly different, zania, Africa. South Central Conference but the opportunity to witness was the has trained him to be a successful trea- same. surer. Mr. Chacha left the United States in It has indeed been a blessing to share December of 1987, headed for Tanzania. work experiences and the faith of our It is hoped that his being with South Cen- blessed Redeemer Jesus Christ with Mr. tral Conference has been a great influ- ence on him as a church leader. Lameck Chacha at South Central Confer- ence. Chacha explained his prayer is that Madge Haines, an author, expresses a there will always be a continual friendship point that is quite revelant to his experience between Tanzania Union and South Cen- at the South Central Conference of Elder Xavier Butler—save the children and tral Conference. the family. Seventh-day Adventists. She stated, "A man is measured not by what happens to him, but by how he reacts to what happens. CHILD EVANGELISM IN ACTION XAVIER BUTLER TO SERVE IN A ship breaks up in a storm. One man A group of students eagerly loaded into FAMILY COUNSELLING POST starts to swim, fighting for his life; another the school bus for an extraordinary field The Executive Committee of the South holds fast to a buoy, waiting for a lifeboat. trip. Even though it was the eve of Hallo- Central Conference has taken an action to The swimmer arrives at shore. The other ween, their faces were unmasked, un- invite Elder Xavier Butler, pastor of the does not. painted and reflected the warm sunshine Riverside Chapel in Nashville, to also "It has been my privilege to work with of the Indian summer day. This trip was to serve as the Family Counselor Director for the folk in the treasury department of launch the child evangelism program of the conference. Butler is one of the most South Central Conference. I thereby gained the Emma L. Minnis Jr. Academy, Louisville, outstanding family counselors that the a knowledge of their accounting system Ky. Seventeen students, accompanied by church has produced. His ministry is prov- that enables the reasonable officers to Principal Carney Bradford, visited the Hill- ing to be quite a blessing to the Nashville obtain pertinent accounting and fiscal facts crest Nursing Home in nearby Jefferson- community and throughout the conference. which allows for sound administrative ville, Ind. His additional duties will be to help to decision-making. Such an experience The students aided employees in wheel- bring Christian direction and guidance in brings into focus the changing financial ing approximately 50 residents into the helping families to resolve their difference and economic conditions throughout the dining area for the program performed by that arise from time to time and to develop world. It is therefore a great concern for grades K-8. Memory gems were enthus- stronger family ties and happiness in these our people to make liberal gifts when iastically recited, and the students sang challenging times. considering the shortness of time." selections such as, "I've Been Redeemed," Drs. W. E. Coopwood and L. R. Brooms Like the man that swam to shore, he was and "I am a C-H-R-I-S-T-1-A-N." The have also been asked to help with this new not satisfied to just let things happen or program also included the recitation of venture in the South Central Conference.

February 1988/North American Regional Voice South Central Page 13 CHARLES E. DUDLEY II RETURNS something that was meaningful. In just a FROM OVERSEAS DUTY few months, Dr. King, too, would be used to deal in "mass hypnosis" and stir a world's Charles E. Dudley II, the oldest son of Dr. conscience in coming to grips with the C. E. Dudley, serves as an electrical rights of mankind. engineer with the Westinghouse Corpora- Little did we realize then that this soldier tion in the Baltimore area. Recently, Dudley of the cross would be used of God to turn has returned from a tour of duty to the not only a nation around, but to change the countries of Venezuela, S.A., Yugoslavia course of action in a goodly number of and Arabia, where he was working with a nations around the world. His was a spirit special team from the company. of love! His was a spirit of non-violence! He spoke of the friendliness of the His was a spirit of fairness for all people! people that he met in the various countries. His was a spirit of great determination! His Their warmth and lifestyles bring fond was a spirit of conviction! His was a spirit memories to mind as he reflects on his of: "If a thing is not worth dying for, then it is experiences. not worth living for!" He gave his life for what he believed! All of mankind owes a debt of gratitude to him for the supreme E. E. Cleveland and J. Rodriguez discuss sacrifice that he made. soulwinning challenges and methods. It is right that this nation should establish a day each year in which to honor this ence Worker's Meetings in Nashville, valiant soldier of the cross who did so Tenn., after the workers had reported 1,140 much for so many. We still envision the baptisms for 1987, Dr. E. E. Cleveland dream of which he spoke—brotherhood of challenged them that evangelism is still all mankind. alive and well. Evangelism is our mission When the Poor Peoples' March was and was given by the Lord Himself before held in Washington, D.C. as well as the returning to glory. He is depending upon Freedom March, E. W. Moore organized each of us to get onward with the job! his forces and gave medical services for J. Rodriguez, evangelist of the South the thousands who gathered before the Atlantic Conference, told of the new ap- Washington and Lincoln monuments. E. proaches to soul-winning in new areas W. Moore of the South Central Conference, Charles E. Dudley 11 returns from overseas where the message has never been heard was the father of the Inner City Ministries duty. and souls are joining the church. New programs of the SDA denomination. It was congregations of from 80 to 200 or more a tool to be used in the struggle for human PASSING THE TORCH!!! are being raised up by the Rodriguez rights as led by Dr. Martin Luther King. Evangelism in the Seventh-day Advent- ministries. The torch is being passed, and People from all walks of life joined into ist denomination has passed through a God's truth still marches onward! celebrate the birthday of this great leader! number of eras. When the early pioneers first began their witness, the numbers THE NATION CELEBRATES KING'S were small, and many predicted the demise BIRTHDAY of the movement in just a few months. But When I first met Dr. Martin Luther King, the truth still marches onward. From the he was standing outside of a tent that had days of William Foye to the present, the been pitched by Dr. E. E. Cleveland in Lord has blessed the efforts of those who Montgomery, Ala., in 1954. Thousands have sought to surrender themselves to be were flocking to the tent meeting each used by Him. night to listen to the word of God as it fell Some of the early pioneers in the Black from Cleveland's lips. The preaching was work of the church were: Thomas A. spirit-filled, the music was moving. The Allison, J. H. Laurence, J. G. Dasent, M. G. workers were a friendly group, and the Nunez, G. E. Peters, F. S. Keith. From the Lord had Cleveland at his very best every days of these pioneers came H. R. Murphy, night. Along with the spoken word, Dr. W. W. Ford ham, W. S. Lee, W. H. Kibble, J. Cleveland used pictures on a silver screen G. Thomas, J. H Wagner. Then there was to illustrate the messages from night to the era of E. E. Cleveland and J. E. Cox. night. A goodly number of these soul-winners When he saw the pictures, as he and Dr. have laid down the sword and are now Ralph D. Abernathy stood and watched, sleeping, awaiting the call of the life-giver, King spoke out, "Why this is mass hypno- King Jesus. But some few are still telling sis!" It was not mass hypnosis, but the the story, and new ones are coming to the leading of the Spirit of the Lord and the fore. demeanor of the Black people of the city of "I HAVE A DREAM. " — Martin L. King Jr. At the time of the South Central Confer- Montgomery, who were eager to rally to

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YESTERDAY, TODAY AND TOMORROW Yesterday we were considered the part (Left to Right) 0. H. Paul, Superindendent of the South Atlantic Conference that was (#. Education; R. R. Brown, Secretary, given new leadership. Yesterday it was (Ldi to Right) Elders Gerard Nozea, Amos reading citation; J. A. Edgecombe, President; and Elder and Mrs. Edward 8,511 members in 51 churches. Start-up Bou.vsous, Jean-Claude Alius and Nathaniel Myrtle. Dorsey, who retired after 37.5 years of funds amounted to $365,000. Tithe at the service. outset was a generous giving by God's see God's hand among His people and people of $2,237,286, and we said, "To executing His will through these delegated God be the glory." The campgrounds with the responsibility of shepherding the showed the wear and use of years, and flock? Today there are 13,667 members in there was a debt of $400,000-plus, and the 78 churches, with 39 watchmen on Zion's Conference Wide Development Offering walls! Of the 39, five French pastors lead of $70,000. Joint campmeetings tested the seven churches. Today's tithe is $4,608,181 ability of the South Atlantic and South- —the highest gain in the Southern Union eastern brethren to dwell together in Conference, more than double 1981's and (Left to Right) J. E. Harris, C. L. Wright, unity—yesterday. almost $50,000 more than our sister con- C. Matthews and W. L. Taylor, members Yesterday 24 pastors, baptizing 37 per ference South Atlantic and $20,000 less of the Southeastern Conference Quartet, pastor, and a few Literature Evangelists than South Central. The campground's provide music. who delivered $121,000's worth of material, $400,000 debt has been met. Camp facil- made up the total working force. Five ities are still inadequate to meet the needs schools, with 630 pupils and 34 teachers, of our believers, but plans are afoot for and 76 students at Oakwood College re- improvement. Today the Publishing De- flected the Christian Education thrust. The partment boasts of deliveries through publishing and Adventist Book Center ac- Associates, Hugh Lee, Welton Jones, and tivities originated from Atlanta, Ga. Yester- Jon Wells, now Publishing Director and day we were in rented quarters, subjected Adventist Book Center manager. Now we to conditions that were every bit temporary. have seven schools, with 601 students and 37 teachers, and the second highest Trevor Fraser, Recruitment Officer, number of students at Oakwood College, Oakwood College, lectured at Workers' excluding South Central. Our permanent Meeting and was keynote speaker at the address is 180 Westmonte Drive, Altamonte awards banquet. Springs, Fla. Today there is J. A. Edge- Sketches to supplement the Southern combe, President; R. R. Brown, Secretary/ Tidings and the Regional Voice, our news Communications; D. A. Walker, Treasurer; media. Today we still do evangelism the Pat Allen, E. Mason, Assistant Treasurers; old-fashioned way, we still have workers' K. A. Dennis, Youth Ministries; I. L. Harrell, meeting, church officers' meeting, laymen's Sabbath School/Personal Ministries; 0. rally, Education Weekend for graduating (Left to Right) Robert T. Smith, H. Paul, Superintendent of Education, and Publishing Director for 7 rears in seniors, Youth Federations and Investitures John Wells, Publishing/ABC Manager. Southeastern, responds to citation, and and much, much more. That's today's newly elected Publishing Director and Southeastern Conference. ABC Manager John Wells looks on. But what of tomorrow? Across the seas Yesterday we were the baby with the yet uncharted, lies an ocean of possibili- golden tooth. Yesterday it was J. A. ties, successes and adventures known Edgecombe, President; D. A. Walker, only to Him who has the chart and com- Secretary/Treasurer; K. A. Dennis, Youth pass and has been the Pilot lo these seven Ministries; R. T. Smith, Publishing; I. L. years. Tomorrow belongs to Him. We know Harrell, Sabbath School/Personal Minis- Him and His promise is a future crammed tries, and Eugene Mason, Auditor. One with blessings which mortals should not French pastor, Gerard Nozea, cared for R. W. Bates gives devotional message at dare speculate regarding. So with the joy Workers' Meeting. the French believers, and one Spanish of knowing that "We have nothing to fear pastor, Julio Astacio, was responsible for Today Ingathering soars to $103,772, for the future except as we forget how the the entire Spanish work. And that repre- and Message Magazine gave us a trophy, Lord has led us in the past," we move into sented our total foreign language involve- Message Cup of Excellence, indicating tomorrow with bright hopes and say, "Be ment—yesterday. our leadership in the North American Divi- with us Lord, lest we forget." Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. That was yesterday. Today, seven years sion for the highest number of subscrip- R. R. Brown later, it's not jubilee, but can anyone fail to tions. Today we publish Southeastern Correspondent

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Southeastern Page 15. OBITUARY Benson, Ivan Bradley, born Jan. 11, 1918, in Bocas del Toro, Republic of Panama, died on Jan. 16, 1988 in Altamonte Springs, Fla. With his wife, Edna Mae, who preceded him in death, he served in the Adventist church for a number of years in the Inter-American Division. He was Pub- (Far left) Ida Scott, A YS leader and (far lishing Secretary in the East Jamaica Con- right) Constance Marsh, program coordinator and Daisy 0. Brown, speaker ference; First principal of Harrison Mem- for Children's Day. orial High School; Dean of Men at West Indies College, Publishing Director, West but effective visual aids to reinforce her Indies Union, and Publishing Director and message, she adopted the method of Religious Liberty Director in the Inter- Jesus, who employed object lessons to American Division. Walter Pearson, pastor, Berean Church, explain the truths of the Kingdom. Her He is survived by: children, Carol Benson, Atlanta, Ga., delivers message at Youth counsel to the children was that they were Holness Brian Benson, Dr. Delores Gayle, Federation, Tampa, Fla. special in God's sight and that they should Kathleen Green; one sister, Euphemia act accordingly. worship in another form was center stage. Gray; two brothers, Oscar and Joseph The children and their coordinators, Elder Walter Pearson, pastor of Berean Benson; nieces, Lillith Tomlinson, Carol Constance March, lower division Sabbath Church, Atlanta, Ga., took over 4,000 Brady, Jennifer McKnight; nephews, School leader, Ida Scott, Adventist Youth Southeastern Conference Federation at- Kenworth and Leonard Gray; several grand Society leader, First Elder Elbert Tolbert tendees from one mountain peak to the nieces and nephews and a host of friends. and Pastor Calvin Robinson used the next. The message was clear, enriching, Interment was at the Woodlawn Mem- occasion to launch a church mortgage ennobling, elevating and spiritual. Entitled orial Park, Orland, Fla., Jan. 22, 1988. liquidation drive. "The Glory Almost Missed," it was a mes- A total of $3,000 resulted from their sage no one missed. FORMER PRESIDENT JOINS endeavors. Youth Ministries Director, Keith Dennis SOUTHEASTERN The success of this first Children's Day and Federation President Denton Hamilton has created plans for future such days. Elder Oliver Mastrapa recently joined provided a weekend of activities that Elizabeth Hamilton the Southeastern Conference family. showed purpose, planning and design. Mastrapa worked in Cuba as a pastor and The Pine Forge Academy, Conrad Gill, DUCKLINGS FOR INVESTMENT president for 27 years before joining the principal, Gwen Foster, directress in con- Some individuals might think that Invest- Illinois Conference where he spent the cert and "The Bible Tells Me So" show, ment is old-fashioned, and others might past seven years. produced and played by members from even wonder where the money goes, not He will serve as a pastor-evangelist in Bethany Church, Miami, Fla., could easily knowing it supports the mission field. the Orlando, Fla., area. His wife Judith, be considered the real highlights of the When Maria Luisa Caveda was invited children Edwin, Eileen and Evelyn are a evening's program. to promote the Investment Fund at the part of this new team. Each year the Federation takes on a Miami Beach Spanish Church, she decided new and better phase. It reflects the count- to lead by word and deed. She began less hours of pastors and members of the knitting little ducks, designed as orna- Federations whose interest are centered ments. With the help of several members in the youth. The officers and staff of the she was able to sell many of them and to conference share the dream of young inspire others to start their own Investment people prepared to live in these changing project. Last July one person reported $60 times, and congratulate those who work from the sale of ducklings. The total In- so untiringly that the glory will not be vestment offering for 1986 was $384.60. missed. The goal for 1987 was $1000. The mem- R.R. Brown bers prayed and worked. With vision and Elder and Mrs. Oliver Mastrapa God's help they reached and exceeded FIRST CHILDRENS' DAY IN OCALA the goal. "With God as a partner, life's Shiloh Church in Ocala, Fla., celebrated projects will always succeed," says Maria YOUTH FEDERATION IN TAMPA, its first Children /s Day. The occasion was Caveda. David Caveda FLORIDA grand and solemn. The children were the The preliminaries were over. The bou- focal point in all of the church services. As quets were given; the awards presented. they marched through the sanctuary, took The Honorable Reuben Padgett, Florida's their seats on the front pews, choir loft and Hillsborough County Commissioner, was on the rostrum, a sense of pride and recognized and the introductions made. destiny flooded their parents' hearts. The Pine Forge Academy Choir, under the Daisy 0. Brown, wife of the Southeastern skillful and competent direction of Gwen Conference Secretary, delivered the ser- Duck lings fur Invesimeni Foster, had sung the meditation song, and mon for the worship service. Using simple Page 16 Southeastern February 1988/North American Regional Voice for six years. During her service in this there are large territories that have never region, she collected many ancient arti- heard a Christian preacher. OAKWOOD COLLEGE facts and maintained a private museum. Restrictions in many countries make it After the return from the Middle East, the nearly impossible to share the "good news" family moved to Oakwood Collge in within their borders. And many of these OAKWOOD COLLEGE Huntsville, Ala. Here Mrs. Hamer taught countries are located in the eastern hemi- INTRODUCES NEW more courses in the business department, sphere. But the Lord has inspired our VISA/MASTERCARD worked as a secretary in the chemistry leaders to meet the challenge by con- Oakwood College is pleased to present department with her husband, and served structing radio stations and by developing its own specially designed VISA/Master- on many social planning committees. She programming for existing, long-range card. The new card program provides always sought to make students, friends stations. alternative financing for Christian educa- and travelers welcome in her home. The year before the 1985 General Con- tion. Recognition for this innovation goes Evelyn Hamer passed away March, 1986. ference Session the church was chal- to Florida Hospital which conceived the Her Christian devotion and support at the lenged to raise enough money to construct idea and made the necessary arrange- Oakwood College Church is sorely missed. another Adventist World Radio (AWR) ments with Sun Bank, a subsidiary of Sun She is survived by her husband Justin station that could send a signal that would Trust Bank, Inc. Hamer; daughters, Judy and Joyce Eva; cover one-half of the world's population. Kent Seltman, assistant Vice President sons, Jon and Bill; sisters, Eva Rockwell, In one of the church's greatest demon- for Public Relations at Florida Hospital, Joyce Priebe, and Naomi LaGrange; and strations of concern, enough money was reveals the following about the new many friends. raised to establish such a station. After program: considerable investigation, it was decided BENEFITS TO THE COLLEGE to construct the Adventist World Radio- (a) Each time the card is used the CLASSIFIED AD Asia station on the Island of Guam in the College will receive 10 cents. South Pacific. The Northeastern Conference Adventist Although delayed by unusually heavy (b) Of the $21.00 annual fee, the college Book Center, located at 115-50 Merrick is entitled to $7.00. Based on Seltman's study, Boulevard, St. Albans, New York, an- rains, the building was constructed, the 10,000 O.C. cards could yield up to nounces new longer store hours: transmitter installed, the first antenna $130,000.00 annually. Sunday 10:00-2:00, Monday and Tues- erected and the first signal emanated from day 9:00-6:30, Wednesday 9:00-5:30, Station KSDA on March 5, 1987. Today BENEFITS TO STUDENTS Thursday 9:00-8:00 and Frioday 10:00- According to President Reaves, funds 2:00. For further information call signals from two transmitters and two collected in this manner will be used for 1-800-843-8035. directional antennas cover Asia and reach scholarships at Oakwood College. into Africa, Europe, the South Pacific and BENEFITS TO CARD HOLDERS North America. Discounts on products and services by CLASSIFIED AD AWR-Africa broadcasts programs in many national, regional and local vendors. French and English from the powerful ATTENTION!! ATTENTION!! Radio Africa One located in Gabon, Africa. HOW TO OBTAIN THE O.C. VISA/ Northeastern Academy Class of 1963 The signal from this station covers 15 MASTERCARD will celebrate their 25th anniversary French-speaking countries and five Eng- 1.Complete an application form. this year. If you are a member of this class and want to be included in the lish-speaking countrie.s with a combined 2.Sun Bank decides if applicant is quali- festivities, contact Mrs. Virginia Norman population of nearly 200 million people. fied and issues card. at: Denominationally-owned stations in Church members are encouraged to 1818 Andrews Avenue Costa Rica and Italy proclaim the gospel consider this option in financing Christian Bronx, New York 10453 message to large areas of Latin America education at Oakwood College. and Europe. In order to keep the signals on the air 24 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: hours a day, every day around the world, a Contact: Dr. Rosa Taylor Banks Let no man despise thy youth; but be large amount of money is needed. People Oakwood College thou an example of the believers, in word, who are hearing the message for the first Huntsville, AL 35896 in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in time must not hear just part of the message. —Roy E. Malcolm faith, in purity. I Timothy 4:12 The stations and programs must continue College Relations to send out the "good news." Your help is needed, so please contribute liberally to TRIBUTE TO EVELYN L. HAMER the Adventist World Radio Offering March Evelyn Lorintz Hamer was born Oct. 1, IN THE NEWS 12, 1988. 1918 in Montrose, Minn. Her life of faithful service included work as a missionary and SPECIAL NOTICE teacher. While working at the Seventh-day ADVENTIST WORLD RADIO Shiloh Academy will celebrate its 75th Adventist College in Costa Rica, Central OFFERING anniversary April 22-24, 1988 at 7000-08 America she taught business courses and For many years members of the church Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Ill. Plan to served as matron for one year. She also have wondered how it would be possible attend the Friday night musical, featuring taught in Cuba, and several years later, to spread the gospel message to all the the Philharmonic Choir, Renewed Spirit, served with her family in Beruit, Lebanon world. While the message is advancing, The McKenzie Chorale and others. The

February 1988/North American Regional Voice Oakwood Page 17 guest speakers for the weekend include Paraplegia Society; American Public and his wife heard and undertook the Elder Samuel Meyers and Elder William Health Association; New York Academy of challenge of the literature ministry as a Byrd, former students of Shiloh. Carolyn Medicine, and the Physicians' Forum. husband and wife team. Impelled by an Palmer, principal, invites all alumni, former At the age of 12 Courtney was baptized intense desire to lead others to God, he faculty and friends to attend. Banquet into the SDA Church and remained a embarked upon a 44-year career of serv- ticket information is available at constant and faithful member throughout ice to his church as a Literature Evangelist, 312-873-3005. his lifetime. Because of his love of music, serving in the Illinois, Northeastern, Alle- Courtney became a member of the Mello- gheny and Lake Region Conferences. DR. COURTNEY B. WOOD DIES tones singing group and other church As a truly professional Literature Evan- Dr. Courtney B. Wood was born in New choirs. gelist, he exhibited the dynamic drive, York City, January 26, 1929, to Margaret His devotion to God led him to accept salesmanship, business acumen, leader- and the late Edwin J. Wood. When he was various positions in the church. These ship and management skills that enabled three years old, his parents returned to included: local elder, Sabbath School him to contribute to and impact upon the Jamaica, West Indies, where he received superintendent; senior and youth Sabbath continued growth, development and ele- his early education. While there, he at- School teacher, church board member vation of the literature ministry within the tended the West Indies Training College in and advisor to medical departments. At his regional conferences and at the national Mandeville and upon returning to New passing he was a member of the Board of level as well. His ability to "see the broad York, he completed his high school edu- Directors of the Victory Lake Nursing picture" and plan for the future, coupled cation at George Washington High School. Home, Hyde Park, N.Y. with a characteristic desire to find a better He graduated from The City College of By words and deeds, Dr. Courtney B. way to achieve a goal, enabled his efforts New York with a Bachelor of Science Wood continually served as a positive role to be blessed with success in the following Degree and received his Medical Degree model, inspiring youth to achieve their positions: Literature Evangelist, Illinois from Howard University School of Medi- goals. Conference; Literature Evangelist, Lake cine. He later received a Masters in Public On Aug. 29, 1987, Courtney's life ended Region Conference; Literature Evangelist, Health and Preventive Medicine from after a brief illness. He is survived by his Northeastern Conference; Assistant Pub- Columbia University School of Public loving wife, Clarie; devoted daughter, lishing Secretary, Allegheny Conference/ Health. He served as a naval Medical Candace; mother, Margaret Wood-Clough; Allegheny East; Publishing Secretary, Officer from 1957-1959 at the Marine his parents-in-law, Otis and Aleathia Allegheny East Conference, and Publish- Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif. Dr. Searcy Sr., and a host of relatives and ing Director, Lake Region Conference, Wood also held the rank of Lt. Colonel in friends. 1968-1987. the Army Reserves. A true entrepreneur, he realized profes- Courtney married the former Claire sional fulfillment and satisfaction in his Marie Searcy at Ephesus SDA Church, development and introduction of the New York City, on April 19, 1957. To this nationally utilized sales system known as union one daughter was born in 1964: the "Family Health & Education Service." Candace Alma. Always concerned for his people, their His accomplishments in the medical progress and welfare, he conducted more field have ben many. He served as Director that 30 summer student scholarship pro- of Ambulatory Care at Montefiore-Morris- grams to enable students to earn funds ania Affiliation: Consultant for the Depart- needed to help them obtain a Christian ment of HEW; Medical Director of Phoenix education. House Drug Rehabilitation Program; Re- As a result of his success in reaching gional Medical Officer with the Department people through the literature ministry, he of HEW; lecturer to various schools on was blessed to be a co-founder of the Chicago Heights SDA Church in mid- health-related topics; member of the Ad- T Samuel Barber missions Committee at Mount Sinai School 1940. During succeeding years, he and his of Medicine; Associate Chief of Staff for dear wife experienced real joy in being ELDER T. SAMUEL BARBER DIES Education and Acting Chief of Staff at the blessed to be instrumental in establishing Bronx V.A. Medical Center. During his T. Samuel Barber was born to William the Red Hook (now E. Flatbush) Church in tenure at Montefiore-Morrisania Affiliation, and Elizabeth Barber on Feb. 3. One of Brooklyn, N.Y., and the Champaign SDA Dr. Wood was responsible for the institution nine children of devout Methodist parents, Church in Champaign, Ill. of a 14-hour health care service for chil- he began a lifetime of learning and grew to The crowning point in his career was his dren of working mothers. manhood in the delta area of Greenville, ordination to the ministry of the SDA At the time of his death Dr. Wood was Miss. It was there that he developed the Church in the spring of 1963. For him this chief of Spinal Cord Injury Service at the strong work ethic and sense of respons- was yet another step in the fulfillment of his Bronx V.A. Medical Center and Associate ibility that remained with him during his life determination for the Lord to have all of Professor of Community Medicine at the of achievement. him and his very best efforts. Mount Sinai School of Medicine. In 1943 he and his loving wife, the Among his final achievements were the Dr. Wood was a Fellow of the American former Mabel Louise Buckner, accepted construction of a modern, handsomely Board of Preventive Medicine and held the Third Angel's Message and became appointed operational complex for the membership in several professional soci- members of the Shiloh SDA Church in Lake Region Conference Publishing De- eties. Some of these included: American Chicago, Ill. While still new members, he partment and the successful expansion

Page 18 In The News February 1988/North American Regional Voice and revitalization of the Lake Region Con- witnessing to those you care about. Twelve THE NORTH AMERICAN ference Health Food Store. months, 365 days, 8,760 hours a year REGIONAL VOICE His love for people was evident to all. He MESSAGE will do a work that will extend was known for the ready wit and comical into eternity—thanks to you! NORTH AMERICAN REGIONAL VOICE stories with which he brightened the day Time tested and proven to work, The official organ of the North of the many people with whom he made MESSAGE is constantly on the job to win American Regional Conferences contact. He was people-oriented and people to Christ. Irrespective of color, age R. C. BROWN, Sr., Managing Editor always had his hand out to help someone or sex, MESSAGE will be there to provide L. A. PASCHAL, Editor else. His enthusiasm and devotion to his help, insight, encouragement and most of Editorial Committee: R. C. 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