January 2011
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The Future of Religious Freedom Sección En Español Vantage Point
A Call to Prayer and Fasting
As we begin a new year and a new decade, I wonder if we could come to an even deeper experience with God than we already enjoy? Is the Lord calling us to end-time commitment that may go beyond what we have experienced in the past? In discussing these questions, the leadership of the Southern Union including the Union Executive Committee, have decided to extend a special invitation to all members in the Southern Union. It’s a simple and very practical invitation, and each one can decide whether or not to participate. The North American Division and the General Conference have designated a worldwide day of prayer and fasting on January 1, 2011. In addition, we are suggest- ing a Southern Union-wide Quarterly Day of Prayer and Fasting on the first Friday of each quarter. For 2011 that would be January 7, April 1, July 1, and October 7. It is recognized that many pray and are in devotional time with Jesus. This is a call to go even deeper, and to join together wherever we are on a certain day each quarter. We are inviting every member to pray for needs in your personal experience, and for needs in your church. Beyond that we are inviting each member to pray for: 1. The baptism of the Holy Spirit. Gordon Retzer 2. Revival, reformation, and transformation. Southern Union 3. Family units — married, singles, children, youth, etc. President 4. Lost people. 5. Two metro areas — Memphis, Tennessee, and Tampa Bay, Florida — our Union-wide focus for metro evangelism for 2011-2015. I’ve learned that fasting tends to focus the mind and heart. There are many ways to fast: from food a half day or full day; from certain foods; from media — TV, Inter- net, newspapers, radio; and from recreation. The Lord will lead you if you ask Him. Recently the General Conference Executive Committee, under the leadership of Elder Ted Wilson, voted to accept an urgent appeal for revival, reformation, dis- cipleship, and evangelism. I quote just a couple sentences: “There is nothing more important than knowing Jesus, studying His Word, and understanding His truth and seeking His promise for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in latter-rain power for the fulfilling of the Gospel commission. God’s last day prophet to the remnant wrote in words too plain to be misunderstood, ‘A revival of true godliness among us is the greatest and most urgent of all our needs. To seek this should be our first work,’” Selected Messages, Book 1, p. 121. See the entire text linked at southernunion.com. Would you be willing to join this Union-wide quarterly day of prayer and fasting, knowing that believers all over the Southern Union are praying and fasting with you? It’s the first Friday of every quarter.
2 T January 2011 SOUTHERN Contents
Volume 105, No. 1, January 2011 EATURES The Southern Tidings is the Official F Publication of the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Current Events Offers Insight into SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE the Future of Religious Freedom PO Box 849, Decatur, Georgia 30031 Telephone (404) 299-1832 www.southernunion.com 4 Staff General Conference President Editor R. STEVEN NORMAN III Editorial Assistant IRISENE DOUCE Inspires Students Circulation BOBBIE MILLBURN Advertising NATHAN ZINNER 6 Production COLLEGE PRESS Layout BRIAN WIEHN Florida Pastor Becomes Contributing Editors 10/40 Missionary Adventist Health System JULIE ZAIBACK Carolina RON QUICK 8 CREATION Health LYNELL LAMOUNTAIN Florida MARTIN BUTLER Reflecting Christ Florida Hospital College LEWIS HENDERSHOT Georgia-Cumberland TAMARA WOLCOTT FISHER for 60 Years Gulf States BECKY GRICE Hispanic MARIEL LOMBARDI 9 Kentucky-Tennessee MARVIN LOWMAN Oakwood University MICHELE SOLOMON South Atlantic JAMES LAMB Prime-Time Living South Central MICHAEL HARPE Southeastern ROBERT HENLEY Southern Adventist University LORI FUTCHER 10 Conference/Institution Directory CAROLINA (704) 596-3200 The Heavenly Carpenter PO Box 560339, Charlotte, NC 28256-0339 FLORIDA (407) 644-5000 PO Box 2626, Winter Park, FL 32790-2626 13 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND (706) 629-7951 PO Box 12000, Calhoun, GA 30703-7001 GULF STATES (334) 272-7493 Evangelism in Argentina PO Box 240249, Montgomery, AL 36117. KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE (615) 859-1391 PO Box 1088, Goodlettsville, TN 37070-1088 14 SOUTH ATLANTIC (404) 792-0535 PO Box 92447, M.B., Sta., Atlanta, GA 30314 SOUTH CENTRAL (615) 226-6500 PO Box 24936, Nashville, TN 37202 SOUTHEASTERN (352) 735-3142 16 Adventist Health System PO Box 1016, Mt. Dora, FL 32756-0056 17 Southern Adventist University ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM (407) 975-1400 S 111 North Orlando Ave., Winter Park, 18 Carolina FL 32789-3675 FLORIDA HOSPITAL COLLEGE OF 20 Florida HEALTH SCIENCES (800) 500-7747 22 Georgia-Cumberland 671 Winyah Drive., Orlando, FL 32803 W OAKWOOD UNIVERSITY (256) 726-7000 24 Gulf States 7000 Adventist Blvd., Huntsville, AL 35896 26 Kentucky-Tennessee
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January 2011 TIDINGS 3 Cover Feature
Current Events Offers Insight into the Future of Religious Freedom BY AMIREH AL-HADDAD
Before I go any further allow me This seems to be the question human nature and societal attitudes to state for the record that I am not I’ve been asked every time my name that affects religious liberty in a very a Muslim who has secretly infiltrated and its origin come up. You would real way. Most of the time we talk the Seventh-day Adventist Church. think I might be tired of talking about about religious liberty as an eloquent Indeed, with a name like Amireh it, but when you are the director of idea that our founding fathers and Al-Haddad, I must have some connec- public affairs and religious liberty, others liked to talk about. Too often tions to the Middle East, and yes, if you develop a higher tolerance for we forget that religious liberty is a gift you have been trying to guess where being asked the same questions over from God, and its protection should this name originates, it is Arabic. and over. Additionally, I always love be treated as such. Since we seem to be dwelling an opportunity to talk about religious Whether or not a New York City for a moment on things that originate liberty! mosque is building its cultural center from the Middle East, let me ask you The New York mosque, also too close to the ground zero site in a question. What do you think about referred to as the Islamic Cultural New York City has been the most hot- the New York mosque issue? Center, is intriguing. It’s a study in ly debated issue since the health care
4 T January 2011 relocate to a site further away from tion, should be very concerned about ground zero. In a poll taken by the the rights and protections afforded to New York Times at the end of August minority religions. 2010, 67 percent of those polled The religious liberty department, thought it would be more considerate from Ellen White’s time through to of the center to move further away our time, has always fought the idea from ground zero. of claiming official “Christian Nation” A lawsuit was filed in August status for the United States. Take care- against the New York mosque. In- ful note of my next sentence. If this credible as it may seem, the suit was becomes a country where only Chris- initiated by the American Center for tian’s are given preferential treatment, Law and Justice (ACLJ). The ACLJ is then how long will it be before only filing suit not on behalf of preserving those Christian’s who hold the cur- religious freedom, but rather to ask rent popular views will be allowed to the court to reconsider the New York freely practice their religious beliefs? Landmarks Preservation Commission’s Issues involving the fear of decision not to make the building on religions we know little about — or the current site a landmark. Grant- know enough about to deem them ing landmark status to the building dangerous, radical, or simply false would have prevented the demoli- — is exactly why it is so important tion of the building, but it would not to have religious liberty and defend prevent the cultural center from using it. For more than 230 years, we have the property. The ACLJ considers the proclaimed this land to be one of reli- proposed mosque and cultural center gious freedom. Did we do that simply to be “inappropriate and inflamma- because we liked the religions that tory.” Would I confuse you to tell you were here and did not really disagree that ACLJ claims to be “dedicated to with any of them? Now it is time to the idea that religious freedom and “walk the talk.” freedom of speech are inalienable, Seventh-day Adventists have a God-given rights for all people”? long and honorable history of defend- Our founding fathers used the ing religious freedom. And perhaps motto, E Plurablis Unum (one from A.T. Jones spoke it most plainly many), to remind us that we are a na- when he testified before the Senate tion built from people of many differ- in 1888. In opposing the proposed ent places, creeds, and religions. How Sunday Laws, Seventh-day Adventists much truer that is today, than during were going against other Christians Religious Liberty the formative years of our nation’s who supported the proposal and government. considered Adventists overly liberal Offering Sabbath It is easy to talk eloquently about in our outspoken opposition to the religious freedom when everyone in bill. Jones went before the Senate January 22, 2011 the country holds to Judeo-Christian and testified to the following: “Call us beliefs. What do we do today with liberals, but we are Christians never- a population and cultural explo- theless.” He went on to add that The sion like never before? We are truly American Sentinel (predecessor to Liberty bill was passed. Many people argue testing the limits of our tolerance for magazine) was happy to identify with that Islam is a religion of hatred, full religious liberty. Jessie Ventura said it Christians “who are liberal enough to of radicals, with a fundamental charge about as plainly as I have heard it. In maintain that all other men inalien- of death to non-believers. By building October on the Joy Behar Show, the ably possess all the rights, human, the mosque so close to ground zero former governor of Minnesota said, civil, and religious, that Christians (two city blocks away), it is a way for “The Constitution says they [Muslims] possess.”1 Muslims to gloat over the destruction can do it, it ends there. You cannot Amireh Al-Haddad is director of of 9/11. Still others believe that it is a subject the Constitution to a popular- public affairs and religious liberty for the cult, that the god of Islam is not the ity poll .... Popular things don’t need Southern Union Conference. same god of Christianity. protecting.” Seventh-day Adventists There are also individuals who who make up only an estimated .4 1. A. T. Jones, “The American Sentinel claim that they believe and defend percent of Protestants in America and the Churches,” American Sentinel Muslim’s rights to worship, but feel today, compared to Muslims who (December 1888), p. 90. that the mosque should voluntarily make up .6 percent of the popula-
January 2011 TIDINGS 5 Gulf States Feature
General Conference President Inspires Students to
Spread the GoodBY JEFFNews MARSHALL
The thank-you note said, “I want to know what you did to my Ethan? He can’t stop talking about the trip. Thank you for making all the effort that you did for him to go. I love seeing him so excited. When we got home, he said, ‘Mom, I don’t want to get out of the van because that means the trip is over.’ What a blessing!” The words came from a mother written to Eric Bates, a pas- tor in Dothan, Alabama, who had chaperoned and encouraged her son to attend the first Bass Memorial Academy Youth Conference (BYC). From September 24-26, young people from Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennes- see gathered on the campus of Bass Ted and Nancy Wilson took time out to visit with academy staff and students: Jeffrey Marshall (left), campus pastor and recruiter; Janelle Shives; Kimberly Barone; Mat- Memorial Academy for what is now thew Lawson; Julian Armstrong; Isabel Rodriguez; and Phil Wilhelm, Bass Memorial being called BYC. Academy principal.
6 T January 2011 Students in the choir and bell choir provided beautiful music.
The event was inspired by the for Bible studies, which will help to BYC in the Sabbath sermon at international annual conference that the joint effort between community the 2010 Annual Council. He said, goes by the name GYC, or Gen- members and Bass students to plant “Two weeks ago, I attended a youth eration of Youth for Christ. Chelsy churches in Oak Grove and Poplar- conference at Bass Memorial Acad- Jourdan, one of the vice presidents ville, towns located near the school. emy in Mississippi, where a revival of GYC, at- Among of primitive godliness is taking place tended BYC those going among the faculty and students.” as one of the door-to-door Vice principal Burney Culpepper featured speak- was Ted Wil- commented, “It’s fantastic affirma- ers, and focused son, the new tion to hear [this comment] from the her talks on the president of GC president and other people who theme for the the General are noticing what we’re doing.” weekend, the Conference In addition to outreach and Greek word of Seventh- worship, attendees at BYC chose `# day Adven- between four different seminars (yoo-ang-ghel’- tists, and on apologetics, health and intel- ee-on).This Nancy, his ligence, personal evangelism, and word is trans- wife. Wil- modern spiritualism. “BYC really lated “good son deliv- helped people with their individual news,” “gospel,” ered stirring relationships with Christ. You could or “evangelism.” sermons for choose to go to seminars that were The spirit of Vespers on meaningful to you. I went to apolo- this theme was Friday night getics and modern spiritualism, and most embraced and Sabbath I learned a lot about God,” reflects when, on Sab- morning — Aleah Garris, sophomore. bath afternoon, calling God’s It was the hope of faculty who more than 90 people to initiated the event to not only pro- attendees went seek revival vide a spiritually enriching confer- door-to-door and reforma- ence, but to also further the efforts seeking Bible tion. He also of the school to grow spiritual study interests. Ted Wilson, General Conference president, took time to leaders. Caleb Daum, a junior who spoke to more than 500 in attendance. “When you go interact with led out in audio and media, says, out there, you’re the youth. “The goal of BYC is to prepare nervous at first, but when you think “You can tell why Elder Wilson people for Jesus’ second coming.” that Christ is with you, you start to was chosen to be our leader. He is Student Association president Isabel get bolder because you’re helping humble, happy, caring, loves youth, Rodriguez echoes his comment: Christ do His work. It’s not about and wants to finish the work,” says “We want to be the generation that you,” says Josh Reeves. The out- Ruth Recinos, a sophomore. finishes the work, so we have a lot reach activity resulted in 59 leads Recently Wilson made reference of work to do!”
January 2011 TIDINGS 7 Florida Feature PHOTO: PATTY GONZALEZ PATTY PHOTO:
BY GLADYS NEIGEL WITH DENIS SAND
“Our call [overseas] has been groups to reach their communities, also the Conference’s main speaker and continues to be a miracle,” says especially among indigenous people. for an evangelism congress this past Denis Sand, pastor from Westchester Sand relates that in the past few May. The delegates were excited Spanish Church in Miami, Florida, years, “the Lord has led us at West- about the Growth Groups program “and knowing that, we are moving chester Spanish Church to develop and how it could help reach people forward trusting that the One who a program to train youth as small in the region known as the 10/40 has called us will also equip us for group leaders, and reach their friends Window. this challenge.” for Christ.” The program began with “Stretching from North Africa, Speaking fluent Spanish and one Growth Group in August 2008, through the Middle East, and into English, one would expect Sand to and multiplied into three by Octo- East Asia, the 10/40 Window is home accept a call to a place where these ber. By January 2009, there were six to more than two-thirds of the Earth’s languages are spoken. Instead, he groups, and in September 2009, a population, many of the world’s has started learning Russian even birthday party was celebrated for 12 major religions, the largest and fastest as he awaits departure for Tokmok, groups. “By the grace of God, we growing cities, some of the world’s Kyrgyzstan, in the Euro-Asia Divi- now have 21 groups with each be- poorest people, and the fewest Chris- sion (ESD) where he will direct the ing led by two trained leaders,” says tians.” * School of Pioneers. Sand. Sand will be joined in this new Here, Sand will train tentmak- The training program for group ministry adventure by his wife, ers (self-supporting missionaries) leaders basically covers what they Ingrid, his sons, Adriel, four years who, in turn, will be challenged to need to know, be, and do. Sand also old; Mattias, two; and their newborn plant churches among indigenous covers the practical side as trainees baby, Josiah. The family has made people of five countries: Tajikistan, practice and lead in all parts of regu- a commitment to serve five years in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, lar group life and meetings. Kyrgyzstan, and are awaiting their and Turkmenistan. The school’s goal In 2009 and 2010, Southern departure date from the General is to train 140 tentmakers during the Union Conference of the ESD, in- Conference. next seven years. Sand has also been vited Sand to teach two classes at asked to direct the School of Evan- the School of Pioneers: the first was * “A Dream on the Brink of Coming gelism for Southern Union Confer- Seventh-day True,” www.adventistmissionary.org ence of the ESD where he will train Adventist Church history, and the and inspire pastors to organize small other covered small groups. He was
8 T January 2011 Kentucky-Tennessee Feature
for 60 Years BY BEN PALOS
Tucked away in Madison, Ten- care education institution among the Association of Colleges and Schools nessee, just outside of Nashville, the poor. Four years later, the Madison (SACS), in addition to its professional Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia Sanitarium was established. accreditation through the Council on (MTSA) provides a Seventh-day Adven- MTSA was born as the Madison Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia tist learning environment for registered Hospital School of Anesthesia in 1950, Educational Programs (COA). MTSA nurses seeking a master of science as part of Madison College. Founder met or exceeded every SACS require- degree with a focus in anesthesia. Bernard V. Bowen, CRNA, D.Sc., had a ment, and two years later became the This year, MTSA celebrates 60 vision to be at the forefront of anesthe- first independent, regionally accredited, years of guiding more than 1,200 nurse sia education, and to be a place where anesthesia-specific graduate degree- anesthetists in a shared pursuit: to Seventh-day Adventists could receive granting program in the United States. reflect Christ in the practice of anes- an education without experiencing MTSA remains the only school of its thesia. Sabbath conflicts. kind to have achieved this high status. Upon graduation, MTSA’s diverse In 1964, Madison College closed Today, MTSA alumni embody the and Madison Hospital became school’s mission to “reflect Christ” by responsible for all educational serving throughout the world. MTSA endeavors. This change infused continues to be an active member of new energy, talent, and oppor- Adventist-laymen’s Services & Indus- tunity into the school. The first tries (ASI), as a supporting ministry anesthesiologist hired by Madi- of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. son Hospital (and MTSA’s first MTSA is the last remaining vestige of president), William O.T. Smith, Madison College (the birthplace of M.D., joined Bowen in 1972 to ASI). educate the nurse anesthetists. Most recently, MTSA has under- Two years later, Nevin Downs, gone administrative leadership changes M.D., another anesthesiologist, as a new president has been appoint- joined Smith, and Mary Elizabeth ed. L. Phil Hunt, Ed.D., retired as presi- The MTSA Simulation Skills Center — made “Ikey” DeVasher, CRNA, Ph.D., dent of MTSA, and the school’s board possible in part by a $500,000 grant from The A.P.N., who today continues to of trustees has appointed Kenneth L. Memorial Foundation — is equipped with human serve MTSA as dean/vice presi- Schwab, Ed.D., as the institution’s third patient simulators, and provides a learning en- dent/program director, joined the president. vironment which helps prepare students in basic skills and tasks. staff as a fulltime academic and Currently, the school is driving clinical instructor. Bowen retired toward the future of excellent nurse alumni are among the foremost nurse from MTSA in the 1970’s after anesthesia education by preparing a anesthetists in the profession, within three decades of dedicated service. doctor of nurse anesthesia practice Tennessee, across the country, and In 1980, the school changed its (D.N.A.P.) degree. This next step will throughout the world. name to Middle Tennessee School of further set the stage for graduates to The school has roots from more Anesthesia. distinguish themselves, treating others than a century ago when a group of In 1992, school leadership took as Christ would, and using their anes- Seventh-day Adventists from Michigan the bold step of seeking regional thesia training to fulfill the mission of came south in 1900 to initiate a health accreditation through the Southern serving others.
January 2011 TIDINGS 9 Carolina Feature
Prime-Time Living Senior Life Weekend and Health Fair BY KEN FORD
“Ageing is here .... We need are breaking down,” said Sharon He worked for the restoration of to promote and model purpose- Pittman, Ph.D., C.S.W.M., associate the physical, mental, and spiritual centered living through holistic dean and graduate director of social person, Ministry of Healing, p. 143. paradigms. In several areas, we are work at Southern Adventist Univer- The Mt. Pisgah Academy Church getting as many baptisms through sity. She spoke at a recent Senior congregation, under the leadership wellness health events as through Life Weekend and Health Fair at Mt. of health ministries, community ser- traditional evangelism .... Our social Pisgah Academy Church during the vices, and family life director David system can and should be the con- weekend of November 5-7, 2010. White, answered His call to be the gregational family .... Congregations Pittman capsulized Jesus’ community hub for the healing of are central to healthy communica- holistic perspective and the trajec- the whole person. They followed tion today, as other social networks tory of the Senior Life Weekend. Christ’s lead by mingling with
10 T January 2011 people desiring their good. They his wife during the night. The staff Adventist health message. “Wellness showed sympathy for fellow mem- moved the husband and wife into on Wheels” does 11,000 screen- bers and the community; they min- a private double-bed room and the ings yearly — 67 percent of adults istered to the needs of the whole problem went away. are overweight or obese. The only person, Ministry of Healing, p. 143. People tell stories. We need to Blue Zone in the United States is in Their church grounds were a house listen to their underlying stories, Loma Linda, California, among the of prayer open to all the community most of which are (see Isaiah 56:7). It was a major nonverbal ones. People community networking event. with dementia are los- There were 27-plus health fair ing their ability to com- vendors and 12 break-out presen- municate orally. They tations covering fitness, nutrition, can’t converse, but they personal safety, fraud, volunteering, have lots to say. More gardening, cardiac care, dental care, than 90 percent of our and more. Cholesterol, glucose, communication is non- BMI, fitness, nutrition, bone density, verbal. glaucoma, and dental screenings Some individu- were offered. The county health de- als can march, but not partment had an exhibit and offered walk. Marching utilizes free flu shots. a different part of their Most vendors and lecturers brain. We need to take were not Adventists. Liz Castillo, the time to understand M.D., Ph.D., director of geriatrics one another, build one fellowship program at the Mountain another up as opposed Area Health Education Center, Ashe- to tearing one another ville, N.C., spoke about “Re-Framing down. Alzheimer’s.” People with Alzheim- Amy Lanou, Ph.D., er’s may have lost their “executive associate professor of function” capability. They aren’t health and wellness, necessarily losing their mind. They University of North just can’t organize all aspects of Carolina-Asheville, pre- their life. Social isolation can cause sented “Food for Living dementia. She gave the example of Well: Current Evidence an individual living alone who kept on Eating for Cancer Adventist population. They have purchasing new clothes and sheets. Prevention and Survival.” purpose in life, they experience Their relatives and friends thought Jimm Bunch, CEO of Park Ridge healthy fellowship, and they have the person needed to be placed in Health, Hendersonville, N.C., was good eating and exercise habits. a special home. Castillo discovered a panel member of a discussion However, researchers notice, “You that the individual had just lost the group during Sabbath morning. Adventists eat an awful lot of sugar executive function of doing their He expressed that science is bear- and cheese!” laundry. When someone habitually ing out what we have believed for He went on to say that if we took care of the laundry, the pur- years. This is the golden age for the took God’s health message seri- chasing ceased! ously, we would be Castillo shared that living 20-25 years architecture can lead to longer, not merely the dementia. A husband 10 years longer as in and wife were placed the Loma Linda Blue in a nursing home but Zone study. We will be slept in separate beds. healthier, happier, and The husband wandered have much more joy as around at night and we live the Adventist got in bed with other health message. Males female residents. The can add seven years to staff thought that he their life by drinking had a sexual problem, seven glasses of water but, after counseling, daily. We can add two it was discovered that years to our lives by he was “lost” without eating two ounces of
January 2011 TIDINGS 11 nuts daily. powers of attorney, and health care devastation. He came to the health There were six Sabbath after- directives. He took time to answer fair and enjoyed the noon luncheon noon mini-lectures that dealt with questions. Many people stayed and fellowship. He was befriended the whole person. Ron Karolyi, J.D., after to discuss matters and made by several members and has asked held an estate planning seminar on appointments with trust represen- the associate pastor to visit him in Sunday morning. The weekend was tatives. Several shared how much his home. about caring for the whole person, they appreciated the complete The Oak Hill Methodist Church and he brought it to a close with holistic approach to the weekend in placed the health fair on their end-of-life issues. He gave pivotal caring for the whole person. prayer list. Certainly, the church counsel relating to wills and revo- I heard several deeply mean- grounds had been a hub for healing cable trusts, financial and health ingful human-interest stories about for all peoples. the weekend. A Tom Carter, J.D., Southern member assist- Union planned giving and trust ing those com- services director, was the keynote ing to the fair speaker Sabbath morning. He had saw a gentle- recently heard Bill Cosby tell the man wearing story about the man that prayed to a cowboy hat God: “‘Lord, heal me!’ And the Lord who was look- said to him, ‘Eat less salt and fatty ing around puz- foods!’” zled. She asked Attorney Carter continued that him if she could Jesus came so that we can have help him. He abundant life. He has put in all of replied, “This is us the desire for prime-time living so wonderful, — life at its best. We have wanted and I have to to integrate the spiritual, emotional, thank someone. social, and financial this week- I’m looking for end as a holistic package. Life is someone to more than living long, having great thank for all personal health, and having lots of you’ve done money for ourselves. Jesus whis- to provide this pers to us that even with all these service.” things, if we don’t have a purpose, Another life really doesn’t have a meaning. gentleman, a We need holistic living, prime-time retired Baptist living, now and for eternity! minister who J. Kenneth Ford, D.Min., C.S.P.G., had recently is Carolina Conference director of trust lost his wife services and planned giving, health min- istries, and stewardship. of 57 years to a divorce, was experienc- ing loneliness and feelings of
12 T January 2011 Southern Union Education Feature
THE HEAVENLY CARPENTER BY DEBRA FRYSON As parents, pastors, and teachers, sand it smooth. Then is the carpenter He coats us with His love, coat after we work diligently to instill a deep done? No. The chair still needs many coat, until we are polished and per- love for Jesus in the hearts of our coats of finish. After that the chair fected, reflecting His character within children and young people. Some- is attractive and beautiful, ready for us,” — Sarah, grade 6, KidsView, times we may question if our family use. October 2009, Volume 8, Number 10. worship, youth activity, or Bible class And so our heavenly Carpenter When the home, church, and discussion made a difference. The does with us. He nails us together, school work together we create an following 12-year-old’s reflection may carving and chiseling our lives into a effective partnership that builds a provide an answer. beautiful design. He sands the places rich and growing faith in our chil- “The Heavenly Carpenter. The where we are rough and unfinished, dren and youth.* To foster collabora- way God works in our lives is much making us ready for Heaven. Then tion, each month this column will the same as the way feature practical information our a carpenter makes readers can use to nurture the physi- furniture. Let’s say cal, mental, or spiritual health and the carpenter is going well-being of our young people. As to make a chair. He partners, we will work together to could just nail some help the children we love discover boards together and the purpose God has for each of be done, but then the their lives, realize their God-given chair would not be at- potential, and strive to be like Jesus, tractive! So, he carves living a life of service to others. and chisels, making *For more information on the accu- beautiful designs on mulative power of the home, church, and the chair. But the chair school on growth in faith review Valuegen- is still rough and un- esis findings at www.adventistedge.org. finished. He needs to
January 2011 TIDINGS 13 Southern Union Feature
EVANGELISM: SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE IN ARGENTINA BY MARIEL LOMBARDI
Since 1998, Hispanic pas- nos Aires, Argentina. Granix is the are blessed — Granix and every tors from each conference in the second most profitable company participant are highly benefited as Southern Union territory have par- in the country in terms of break- well. The prevailing sense of mis- ticipated in mission trips to Latin fast foods, and the first one in the sion in these institutions was an American countries. Jorge Mayer, area of natural snacks like crack- inspiration for the Southern Union Southern Union Hispanic ministries ers and cookies. Granix has been group. director, organizes these trips. This a manufacturer for 70 years, and In this opportunity, the 14 year, they went to Argentina. the quality of its products is highly pastors from this territory con- The purpose of this activity regarded by the local and interna- centrated their evangelistic efforts is to conduct evangelistic cru- tional market. They export to 14 toward seven districts of Misiones, sades to help other areas in the different countries. In appreciation a northeastern province of Argen- fulfillment of the mission, instill for these blessings, Granix tithes tina, located at the Brazilian bor- passion for evangelism in those from its profits, and has designated der. There were two crusades per who participate, get to know the a high percentage of its earnings district. The events took place in different cultures to which they medical centers, tents, convention minister at the Hispanic churches centers, and even at a bus termi- in the United States, and ex- nal where there is no activity in change evangelistic methods. It is the evening. Every day, after the commonly believed that Latinos last bus departed, the place was group together because they have adapted for the meeting. the same culture, but in reality, The work was not only fo- beyond some similarities, what cused on preaching, but visitation actually unites them is language. was a big part of it as well. The Therefore, leading churches with pastors started early in the morn- people coming from such a wide ings visiting people before they variety of cultures is a very inter- went to work, and they contin- esting experience, and many times ued late in the evenings after the a challenge. to evangelism and community/ meetings. Before the evangelistic experi- institutional support. Every year, The South American Divi- ence, the Southern Union group several tons of food are donated to sion has agreed to baptize people visited some Adventist institutions different institutions and organiza- only after they have completed a in the South American Division, in- tions, and many employees partici- series of Bible studies, are attend- cluding the biggest Adventist pub- pate directly in evangelistic proj- ing church on a regular basis, and lishing house in the world, located ects. Consequently, not only the returning tithes as required by in Sao Paolo, Brazil, and Alimentos ones who receive the donations or God in the Scriptures. Therefore, Granix, the food factory in Bue- attend the evangelistic meetings baptisms are not the direct result
14 T JanuaryJanuary 2011 of crusades, but the the services at these two congrega- post-work of pastors tions. Each service is led by one and church members. of the prisoners, who is in charge This evangelistic effort of the organization of the church yielded 203 baptisms. service every Sabbath. The rest of As a direct result of the congregation work with other this effort, nearly 600 prisoners, giving Bible studies and individuals expressed helping them in anyway they can. an interest to study the As a result, Cavigliano had the Bible for future baptism. privilege of baptizing seven people Dario M. Caviglione, on Sabbath, September 18, 2010. president of the North When Jorge Mayer asked one of Argentine Conference, the leaders, who has been there Corrientes, Argentina, waiting for his case to go to court expressed his joy by for more time than the maximum saying that usually time permitted by the law, how baptisms during the he feels about human injustice, last quarter of the year he responded: “Human injustice represent 50 percent of allowed me to know the Truth that the total. This time, with made me free.” the interest shown at On their last Sabbath in Argen- the end of the meetings, tina, the pastors attended different they hope to exceed the meetings that took place in various expectation with figures locations of the Misiones’ seven never reached before. districts. In the meeting in Jardín The pastors also América, 50 individuals were bap- witnessed other forms tized. of evangelistic work that The commitment shown by the church members do in Northeastern Conference was re- this southern country. markable. Pastors did not just wait There is a jail where for the group to do the work — prisoners wait until they joined efforts. The president their cases get to court. went with Mayer to the meetings Justice in Argentina is every night. This cooperation was not among the most ex- also seen in church members, who peditious, which means received the spirit of commitment that prisoners could from their leaders, and were of have up to a five-year great help during the time of the waiting period, but not meetings. more than that, accord- The whole experience was a ing to the law. This blessing for the Misiones territory, is the place that one and for the pastors who traveled Adventist family chose from the United States. Regardless to do their work for of the culture, God draws His chil- others. They have been dren “with gentle cords and bands visiting this jail every of love,” Hosea 11:4. He wants us Sabbath at 2:00 pm for to be home with Him soon, no five years. Thanks to matter where we live in this world. their patient work and the work of the Holy Spirit, two churches have been organized: one in each pavilion of the jail. This family has given up their relax- ing Sabbath lunch and fellowship activities, to actively participate in
January 2011 TIDINGS 15 Adventist Health System
Florida Hospital for Children Unveils New Pediatric Ambulance
Each year nearly 1,500 means premature babies to provide the best care to breathe,” said father Drew children in emergency can safely be transported our patients,” said Marla Brannon. “Time really was situations need life-saving in their incubators. Top-of- Silliman, administrator at of the essence to save transportation to high- the-line control pads pro- Florida Hospital for Chil- Dylan, but the nurses and level, health care facili- vide on-board nurses and dren. “This new ambulance the transport team were ties. In times like this, no respiratory therapists ac- is designed to specifically so quick that he was able ordinary ambulance will cess to everything at their address the health care to get the care he needed. do since children often fingertips. This includes needs of our littlest pa- Today, Dylan is a healthy require pediatric specific dimming the overhead tients while also providing 14-month-old baby. It is equipment and technol- lights to avoid exposing the nurses and respiratory wonderful that this new ogy. Florida Hospital for infants’ sensitive eyes to therapists with the best ambulance will be able to Children, Orlando, Fla., has bright lights to monitor- technology available to do help pediatric patients. We recently unveiled a brand ing a patient’s vitals during their jobs.” are so grateful to the com- new pediatric ambulance transport. “When our son, Dylan, munity and everyone who designed specifically to The ambulance also was born, he needed life- helped make this ambu- care for pediatric and neo- incorporates a kid-friendly saving transport to the lance possible.” natal patients. design to provide a more neonatal intensive care unit The new ambulance is relaxed setting during at Florida fully equipped with pedi- transport. The inside of Hospital for atric specific technology. the ambulance includes Children. He This includes an oxygen a bright white interior, a had inhaled blender, which provides 17-inch monitor, and a fluid dur- oxygen at a safer level to DVD player so patients can ing birth infants who cannot yet watch their favorite movies that was breathe 100 percent oxy- while on-board. coating his gen. The ambulance is also “Our goal is to make it lungs, and isolette compatible, which as easy as possible for us he couldn’t “Oncology on Canvas” at Florida Hospital Waterman Florida Hospital Wa- cology On Canvas competi- type of cancer — as well perseverance of those who terman Cancer Institute, tion. as their families, friends, survive. Tavares, Fla., hosted the The biennial art com- caregivers, and health care Oncology On Canvas is Lilly Oncology On Canvas, petition invites people from providers — to express presented by Lilly Oncol- an art exhibition honoring the United States and Puer- through art and narrative ogy, dedicated to deliver- the journeys people face to Rico diagnosed with any the life-affirming changes ing innovative solutions when confronted by that give their can- that improve the care of a cancer diagnosis. cer journeys mean- people living with cancer, This free public ing. The themes in partnership with the Na- exhibit, which is explored in the tional Coalition for Cancer touring hospitals, nearly 600 entries Survivorship (NCCS), which cancer centers, ranged from hope, advocates for quality can- patient advocacy to fear, to the loss cer care for all Americans, group events, and of individualism, and provides tools that other venues nation- to the support of empower people affected wide, showcased family and friends, by cancer to advocate for select pieces of art to the memory of themselves. —BY BONNIE ZIMMERMAN from the 2008 On- ON CANVAS ONCOLOGY SOURCE: LILLY those lost, to the
16 T January 2011 Southern Adventist University
Southern Student Places Third in Jeopardy! Tournament By the age of 7, Hans had been selected as a bowl competition played von Walter, a junior bio- Jeopardy! contestant. I an important role in his chemistry major, decided he was in complete and utter journey to the Jeopardy! wanted to be a contestant shock.” stage. His team won the on Jeopardy!, the number He is the first student college bowl competition one rated quiz show in to represent the University his freshman year and syndication. On Septem- on the popular game came in second his ber 23, 2010, during von show. sophomore year. Walter’s biochemistry lab, In preparation for the “I really appreciate he was informed that his competition, von Walter that Southern provides dream would now become watched Jeopardy! every the college bowl PHOTO COURTESY OF JEOPARDY PRODUCTIONS, INC. OF JEOPARDY COURTESY PHOTO a reality. evening while running competitions,” says von “When my phone in the Hulsey Wellness Alex Trebek and Hans von Walter on Walter. “The competitions the set of Jeopardy. lit up during lab, I knew Center. He also took have been the major the number was from online Jeopardy! quizzes friends. factor in keeping my California,” says von Walter. and replied to random His involvement in interest in trivia alive.” “I was 99 percent sure I trivia text messages sent by Southern’s annual college —BY JOHN SHOEMAKER New Biology Lab Used for Research The Biology primarily spruce trees. been dated, according to Department has a Research will begin secular sources, as old as 17 new DNA lab where on ancient specimens million years and magnifying students and professors similar to the conifers. them for analysis. If DNA are working together to Lauren Sigsworth, is found, the results would look for ancient DNA in junior biology show plants to be younger frozen specimens. biomedical major, was than dated. Findings would Brand new trained to continue then be prepared and sent to equipment in the research in the lab. a scholarly journal. lab includes a gel Sigsworth is “When getting our electrophoresis Students practice extracting DNA. working on the project research out there,” says Rick apparatus used for with biology professors Norskov, M.D., professor the separation of of various sizes. Lee Spencer, Ph.D., of biology, “we have to be DNA, mortar, and pestle The DNA lab was first and Joyce Azevedo, Ph.D. objective and just let others used to crush and mix solid used this past summer to The research project consists decide.” substances, and micropipettes test the DNA in conifers, of taking samples that have —BY INGRID HERNANDEZ Former Classmates Serve Together in Malawi When Randle Brown, Hospital in Makwasa, hospital?’” says Elisa. also equipped them for a Elisa Brown, and Cristy Malawi. “Neither one of us thought life of service. Shank, M.D., graduated “[Cristy and I] had it would happen because “Southern plays a from Southern Adventist several conversations we figured marriage, kids, pivotal role, says Elisa, “in University in 2000, they during college along the or other things would take instilling young people wouldn’t have guessed lines of, ‘wouldn’t it be us different directions.” with a desire and interest they’d end up working fun if it worked out that The three agree in service on a personal together in Africa. when you are a doctor that their time spent level.” Today, the three are and I have finished at Southern not only —BY INGRID HERNANDEZ part of a 200-employee grad school we could prepared them for their team running Malamulo go to Africa and run a professional careers, but
January 2011 TIDINGS 17 Carolina News
Eastern Carolina Has Two Camp Meetings ELIAS SANDOVAL JR. ELIAS SANDOVAL Eastern Carolina Camp it was truly a spiritual feast. He shared the words of long event was the musical Meeting was a little different His sermons were centered Jesus in a dramatic style that offering of the Blessing Trio, this year than it has been in around love — for each oth- made it come alive for those who shared their talents in years past. There were two! er, for Christ, and especially listening, almost as though an afternoon concert. And Yes, two mirrored one-day the love He has for people. they were hearing it from they lived up to their name, camp meetings were held A highlight this year was the lips of Jesus Himself, as it was a blessing to hear in the month of October, the portrayal of the Sermon more than 2,000 years ago. their praise through music. one at the Greenville, N.C., on the Mount by Matthew. Rounding out the day- The theme this year Church and one in South was “Reflecting God’s Love,” Carolina at the Summerville bringing to mind that it is Church. Nearly 1,000 people ever more important in these attended one or both Sab- last days to reflect God’s baths, nearly overflowing love to each person that the churches’ capacity. everyone meets. For those in And who could blame attendance, it was wonderful them? With Ty Gibson, as- to be together and fellow- sociate director/speaker for ship with one another at Light Bearers Ministry in the Eastern Carolina Camp northeastern Washington Meeting. RICK GARCIA state, as the main presenter, RICK GARCIA —BY BECKY CARPENTER ASI Southern Union Convenes in Fletcher The theme for this as well as Carolina’s own Services and Industries event was “Hopeful to the Celestial Praise Chorale. (ASI) is an organization End.” James Rafferty (left), This event benefitted of Seventh-day Adventist co-director for Light Bear- the following projects: Church members who ers Ministry; Steven Gra- * Living Springs work in the private sector biner (right), vice presi- * Laurelbrook in business and profes- dent for Outpost Centers Academy sional vocations. International; and Michael * Wildwood Lifestyle —BY BECKY CARPENTER Stevens (not pictured), Center & Hospital owner of a service busi- * Heritage Academy NATHAN ZINNER NATHAN ness specializing in win- * Cross to Crown ASI members and dow cleaning and property International non-members attended the management, were the * Happy Family Bible annual 2010 fall confer- featured speakers. Seminars ence at the Lelia Patterson Music was provided * Harbert Hills Center at Fletcher Acad- by Kelly Mowrer, host Academy emy in Fletcher, N.C., on of two programs on the * Healthy Life Corps
November 5-7. Hope Channel and 3ABN, Adventist-laymen’s ZINNER NATHAN
18 T October 2010 Carolina News
Community Fair Brings Church Together The Hilton Head that end, a moon that ye walk Island Church held its bounce, piñatas, worthy of the first Community Fair on face-painting, a fire vocation where- September 26, 2010. The engine, bean bag with you are fair was intended to serve tosses, and more called, ... There several purposes. The first was provided. is one body and was to provide free social Gift cards one spirit even services that point people and baskets were as you are called in the direction of medi- donated from local in one hope of cal care, food, shelter, and restaurants and your calling; One an opportunity to learn to shops to use as Lord, one faith, speak English. Free medi- door prizes. Several one baptism, one cal screenings were given vendors also pro- God and Father of by volunteers in medicine. vided free, or at a efits of a vegetarian diet. all, who is above The Deep Well Project, great discount, all of the There were between all and through all and in an organization whose food and beverages. 250 and 300 people at you all.” purpose is to help those The third purpose, and the event. As a result, The group in Hilton in need of food or shelter, the ultimate one, was to hundreds of people now Head feel that until you and Low Country Literacy represent Jesus. An Amaz- know who the Adventists work with an entire con- also participated. ing Facts brochure was are. Hilton Head Church gregation on a project, you The second purpose placed in the welcome will never know, this side don’t know what family was to provide a fun, free, bags. There was a table of Heaven, exactly what is. Every member in the family-oriented afternoon full of literature. Another impact it may have had. congregation gave some- for the community. To display discussed the ben- But even beyond thing of themselves to this that, is the impact this ef- event. fort had on Hilton Head And even with all of Church members. God is that, no one can out-give never about accomplishing God. The intention was just one thing at a time — to be a blessing to the and this community fair community — to let them was no exception. With all know that Seventh-day Ad- of the members focused ventists care about people. on being a blessing to the And, in the midst of it community, something all, He brought an entire magical happened within church together: one mind, their own numbers. one body, one spirit, one Ephesians 4:1-6 says, faith, one God. “I therefore, the prisoner —BY ANNAMARIE KEEN of the Lord, beseech you
October 2010 TIDINGS 19 Florida News
Frostproof Company Dedicates Church The much-anticipated dedication of the Frost- proof, Fla., Company church building was held with Paul Boling, Avon Park Church pastor, and George Brown, Avon Park elder and retired Inter- American Division presi-
dent, officiating. Located WATKINS BRENT on four acres, the church property includes a large, that will be used for office a church 10 miles north of service organization. remodeled, three-bedroom space, as well as sound their community. Today, $ house that has been and projection. there is a congregation of student missionary to renovated into a place The plan is to complete 50-plus members actively Denmark for a year. of worship with a capac- construction of the church involved in outreach: # ity of 80. The facility also building in three stages as that meets in the accommodates children’s funds become available. served to homes every sanctuary every Sab- Sabbath School classrooms The members continue second Sunday with bath afternoon and and space to hold Sabbath to build on a voluntary Bible studies being also on Thursdays in luncheons. cash intake basis with an given to three adults. the community. An outbuilding on the objective of completing property is a two-year-old the church building project correspondence Frostproof Company 50' x 80' building, 16' high, debt free under the direc- courses with one members solicit consistent being renovated for future tion of Rupert Preddie, lay person baptized and and fervent prayers to church services. The inside pastor. another currently make their new church a is completely framed with Frostproof Company taking the course. lighthouse for the Lord. areas for children’s Sabbath was started approximately " # $ —BY MONICA PREDDIE School rooms, a mother’s three years ago with 14 in cooperation with room, bathroom facilities, Avon Park Church mem- Frostproof Care Center, storage, and a balcony area bers who wanted to plant a local community Gainesville Spanish Church Dedicated PHOTOS: HECTOR CARVAJAL HECTOR PHOTOS: Gainesville, Fla., Spanish Church held a ribbon-cutting cer- The building to the left of the new church formerly housed the emony October 9, 2010, at the dedication of their new church congregation in two Sabbath morning services. It is presently building. Participants were Polo Torres, head elder (front row, used for children and youth Sabbath School classes. Worship left); Mike Cauley, Florida Conference president; Dottie Cau- services, as well as adult and cradle roll Sabbath Schools, are ley; Byron Rivera, Gainesville pastor; and Victor Arce, elder. held in the new church building which is almost full every Cauley presented the dedication address. week with visitors and the 150-member congregation.
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Forest Lake Academy Goes Underground Forest Lake Academy’s ence, in a fun way, what be like to, one day, face for a Jesus Freak ceremony. campus was extremely it might be like to wake persecution. After praying in groups, quiet one Sabbath morning up one morning and not “I wanted to draw the students signed Jesus Freak this past September. In fact, be able to attend church. students’ attention to what contracts (see sidebar, most dormitory and village While we only had the it means to stand for their below), and each departed students were still in their threat of squirt guns, some faith,” says Johnson. “I carrying a prayer candle. beds with no intention of people around the world wanted them to ask them- “The skit was fun; yet, waking up. have the real threat.” selves, ‘What would I stand an eye-opener,” reflects Anyone who saw the To start the event, stu- for?’ We all need to know senior Ryan Becker, one of previous week’s sched- dents who dragged them- where the line is which we the cast members. “It really ule might have suspected selves out of bed and those would never cross.” brought home the reality the students were simply who never slept at all met The thematic skit of what we very well may exhausted after attending in the Campus Chapel for placed perspective on the face in the future.” beach vespers the night instructions, group place- service and paved the way —BY ASHLEY GOMEZ before. In the serenity ment, colored wristbands, surrounding the normal and directions that would Sabbath School start time, it ultimately lead them to the seemed unimaginable that final destination. Underground Church — Jesus Freak Contract a few hours earlier — at Once they found Un- 2 a.m. to be exact — the derground Church (in the From this day forward… campus was bustling with bus barn), the service be- I will make a difference. students trying to find the gan. Praise music was sung Jesus, I thank You that You suffered and died for hidden location of Under- a capella, guest speaker me on the cross to pay for my sins. Father, I ground Church. Zach McDonald presented thank You that You raised Jesus from the dead Pleased to see young his closing week of prayer to be my living Lord and Savior. Holy Spirit, I people darting to and fro sermon, and select stu- thank You that You will lead me to do the right while trying to avoid get- dents gave their testimonies thing and change the world. ting shot by squirt guns, through the eyes of Chris- Today, Lord, I want to make You a promise. I will Stephanie Johnson, cam- tian martyrs. A riveting skit not be ashamed of Your name or Your Gospel. pus chaplain, explained, “I triggered the students to I will do what I can for those who are persecuted wanted the kids to experi- contemplate what it might and pray for them. I will look enemies in the eye and love them with Your love. I will pray for them and love them — no matter what the consequences. I will follow Your voice wherever You lead me, unafraid, for I know You will be with me. If I should stumble, if I fall, if I should deny Your name, if I should feel guilty that I did not pray or forgot to do something You’ve asked me to do, I will not quit. I will not wallow in guilt. I will turn back to You, confess my sin, and do what You called me to do, because that is why You died for me. I will stand with You and my brothers and sisters around the world, because no matter what hap- pens, no matter what I face or how it looks, in the end, we will be victorious — we will inherit eternity and heaven with You. I can do nothing
JEANNIE HINRICHS else, because, Ryan Becker, in character in the persecution skit, addressed …I am a Jesus Freak. students at Forest Lake Academy’s Underground Church.
January 2011 TIDINGS 21 Georgia-Cumberland News
Duluth Pioneer Craft House Dedicated ents, Pathfinders, that they both have made and staff, along to the growth and develop- with church mem- ment of young people at bers, gathered on the Duluth Church. the field near the Beneath the rays of the Craft House to wit- evening sun, the American ness the dedica- flag raising ceremony was tion ceremony. executed by eight Pathfind- Invitees included ers. This was followed by Lawsey Thomas, the Pledge of Allegiance. Lyle Petry (both After the litany of dedica- Pathfinder area tion and responses from coordinators from Pathfinders, Dan Hall, Du- Georgia-Cumber- luth pastor, gave the prayer land Conference), of dedication. There was and their spouses. a buzz of surprise when All guests, parents, the guests were informed SUBMITTED BY JOEL HYPOLITE JOEL SUBMITTED BY and friends were that they would be given a Pathfinders, Adventurers, church members, and friends gather to dedicate thrilled as Carlton guided tour of the cabin. the Duluth Pioneer Craft House on October 30, 2010. Guests were surprised with a guided tour after the service. Martin recounted Everyone in attendance the historical facts participated in the guided Until October 30, 2010, and some of the history of surrounding the tours led by members of no one really knew that the Pioneer Craft House, the Civil War era log cabin and the Pathfinder staff. Hors a Civil War era log cabin Pathfinder Club sought the the role that he played in d’oeuvres and fruit cocktails — one of the relics on the permission of the church the building. In honor of his were served after the tours. compound of the Duluth, board to reclaim the cabin hard work and influence as The Pathfinders con- Ga., Church — could be and renovate it. A couple a former Pathfinder leader, tinued the celebration with more than 200 years old. weeks after the board gave the first floor of the cabin a sleep over at the Craft Several years ago the its approval, work started in has been named ‘Carlton House. They are looking Pioneer Craft House was earnest. It was quite evident Martin Hall’ while the up- forward to spending much used as a meeting place by the existing conditions per floor is named ‘Ollie more time together as they for the Pathfinders of the that this was a colossal task. Stephens Hall’ (Pathfinder lay claim on the historic Duluth Church, and it was Approximately one year director 2006-2007), to Pioneer Craft House. also used for some of their ago, the project to restore remember the contributions —BY JOEL HYPOLITE regular camp outs. and renovate the Duluth Then for many years, Pioneer Craft House got the Pioneer Craft house was into full gear with the help underutilized and neglected. of some conscientious staff It had become a sort of members, Pathfinders, and storage location and, as a friends from the Brazilian result, it became termite Church. The goal was to infested while encouraging have the project completed rodents. One of the main by the end of June 2010. artifacts that was lodged in Much more work needed to the back porch of the Craft be done than originally an- House was an old grist mill, ticipated, so the dedication which was used to grind ceremony was postponed. HYPOLITE JOEL SUBMITTED BY corn into meal. After a joint induction The original structure was brought to its present location in parts from In October 2009, after service on the afternoon of between Snellville and Grayson, and had to be reassembled. After the building was erected, Carlton Martin personally built the fireplace. He a bit of investigation and Sabbath, October 30, invited is talking with the landmarks authority of Gwinnett County to have armed with the knowledge guests, Adventurers, par- the Pioneer Craft House designated as an historic site.
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ACS Serves Others in South Georgia Shoot Day, Plains Peanut program costs ACS/SGA Festival, and Andersonville an average of $1,200 each Historic Festival. In the month. And, the health spring, the Valdosta, Ga., screening costs ACS/ Church participated in the SGA $7 for every person Azalea Festival, provid- screened. The churches ing the health screening. of the southern region When E.W. Dempsey does help support the ministry, a health screening in his Pi- but they are mostly small oneer Outreach program in churches with many indi- the Southern Region, ACS/ viduals on limited income. SUBMITTED BY CAROLYN LIPSCOMB CAROLYN SUBMITTED BY SGA is there to provide the Every month I leave it in These bags are filled with food and loaded into the back of the resources. This was done the Lord’s hands to have ACS truck, ready to be distributed. About 12,000 pounds of food in Vidalia during the heat enough funding to cover is given out each month. of the summer. The Sunbelt expenses. He hasn’t let “Thank you so much here), a distribution site for Agricultural Expo is always me down yet. Sometimes for the bag of groceries. It ACS/SGA.” That way the a big event in the Moultrie, people ask why we do this helps me get through the recipients know exactly Ga., area. For 13 years, and if it is really worth the month much easier.” who is providing the food ACS/SGA has provided a cost. But when someone “Getting the bag of bag. Currently, the counties free health screening at comes back to us and tells groceries each month really being served through the this event, using volunteers us ‘you saved my life by brightens my day.” local churches are Spauld- from throughout the region being here,’ it makes it all This is just a sam- ing, Upson, Houston, Ma- — 292 individuals were worth while!” pling of the notes that are con, Sumter, Crisp, Dooly, screened this year in the If there is anyone who received in the mail from Wilcox, Irwin, Coffee, three-day Expo. would like to help support recipients of the monthly Thomas, Colquitt, and Lee. The director of Adven- the ministry of ACS/SGA, “Food Bag for the Elderly” Another ministry of tist Community Services, your contribution can be program sponsored by ACS/SGA is health screen- Carolyn Lipscomb, says, made through the Confer- Adventist Community Ser- ing. Approximately 1,500 “the biggest challenge is to ence and would be greatly vices/South Georgia (ACS/ individuals receive benefits financially support these appreciated. SGA). Working closely with of this program each year. ministries. The Food Bag —BY CAROLYN LIPSCOMB Area Agencies on Aging The health screening is and Senior Centers, ACS/ provided in any area where SGA is currently providing a local church is willing to food bags for 854 elderly get involved. The church households. An average provides the “people of 12,000 pounds of food power,” and ACS/SGA is distributed each month. provides the resources. The There are 26 churches in health screening includes the service area of ACS/ blood pressure, blood sug- SGA, and the “Food Bag ars and cholesterol, percent for the Elderly” program is of body fat and BMI, bone just one of the many ways density, computer analysis that these churches can get of health age, stress profile, involved in an outreach and cardiac risk profile. program. Each bag contains Members of the Ogletho- a half sheet of paper say- rpe, Ga., Church get in- ing, “Sharing God’s love in volved in several events to a practical way, this food provide the health screen- bag is provided by (each ing: Deer Days, Beaver LIPSCOMB CAROLYN SUBMITTED BY church inserts it’s name Creek Festival, Wild Turkey ACS/SCA helps about 1,500 with health screenings each year.
January 2011 TIDINGS 23 Gulf States News
Evangelism — A Testimony of God’s Leading The administration of president, and Leslie D. the Pensacola and Milton faithful visitors who came the Gulf States Conference Louis, Gulf States execu- communities of northwest to the 24 nightly meetings believes that the primary tive secretary, held their Florida. On the final Sab- in Milton, Fla. reason for which we exist second series of evange- bath evening of the series, —BY LESLIE D. LOUIS is clearly reflected in the listic meetings for 2010 in the group included 15 Conference mis- sion statement: Touching Lives for Jesus. This mission was established nine years ago as a response to the Gospel com- mission of Jesus found in Matthew 28:19-20. Continuing the 2009 theme of “The Year of Pas- toral & Lay Evan- gelism,” Melvin Eisele, Gulf States John Riggs (sixth from left), Panama City, Fla., Church pastor, is surrounded by the newly baptized members.
Man Discovers Church Through Fall Festival Booth
The Gilbertown, Ala., had a new neigh- said, “Yes, I’ve heard Church recently partici- bor and the neigh- of you; my son pated in a Community Fall bor was asking if thinks a lot of you.” Festival held in the nearby there was an Ad- Hutchinson had town of Butler, Ala. A ventist church in also loaned a CD of booth was set up with a the area. He told Charles Brooks to large banner displaying the the neighbor that Land’s son, which church’s name and logo, he was not aware in turn he got to see and chairs were available of one. Land and mentioned how for the people to visit stayed for at least blessed he was by and find out more about an hour asking watching it. the church. Bible studies about the church’s The next Sab- and other literature were beliefs and taking bath, Land and his offered along with free literature. While new neighbor, James water. Land visited with (who was looking One man by the name the people at the for an Adventist of Chuck Land drove by church booth, he church), and James’ the booth, saw the ban- mentioned that his wife, Jennifer, all ner displaying the church’s son was incarcer- Mike Hutchinson (right) talks with visitor came to church and Chuck Land. name, backed up, and ated at the local are looking forward asked, “Is there a Seventh- jail. Then he was to coming again. Church’s prison ministries, day Advent Church in told that one of their mem- —BY REBECCA GRICE and visits the jail weekly. this area?” “Yes,” was the bers, Mike Hutchinson, When Land found out friendly reply. He said he heads up the Gilbertown who Hutchinson was, he
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An Unusual Anniversary Sabbath School the stairs, and into Andalusia Church mem- for the Andalusia, District Courtroom bers celebrated their 83rd Ala., Church be- 1 where they took anniversary by having gan as usual as the their seats. They their church service in the members met in waited for what building they had their the beautiful little seemed like forever, very first church service, sanctuary to go over but in actuality, it the county courthouse. the week’s lesson. was only 20 min- With the work of The children met utes. Three gentle- Carolyn McCollough, the in their classroom, men entered from members were able to and it was quite a the left door and have their service in the high Sabbath for all. took their places. courthouse. Special music Even the weather One got up and was provided by a lawyer, was clear and pris- went to the podium. Corey Bryan, Esq. It was tine to match this Court was now in an unusual way to spend The Andalusia congregration gathered in the wonderful day the courtroom on Sabbath, October 3, 2010, to session. an anniversary, and all Lord had made. celebrate their 83rd anniversary. You may be were blessed during this After Sabbath wondering why special Sabbath day. School, however, mile trek to downtown. this was happen- —BY BRIAN HALLEY everyone had to get into Arriving at the courthouse, ing. Why did the church vehicles and make a three- everyone went inside, up members go to court? The
Microsoft IT Academy Opens at Bass Academy
This new program that will increase the types the students will have the will give the students of employment they can skills to manage, maintain, a jump start when obtain, and with several troubleshoot, install, and they graduate by hav- of the Microsoft certifica- configure basic network ing received training tions they will already infrastructure. And Mi- and certification in Mi- have college credit hours, crosoft certification will crosoft technologies. an all-around plus for the include the latest technolo- This training includes students. gies that are needed to certification in com- In the A+ certification, gain employment in the IT puter and network the students will receive industry. installation and repair, training in —BY BRIAN HALLEY known as A+ and Net- installing, re- work+ certification. pairing, trou- When students leave bleshooting, high school they are maintaining, usually limited in the customizing, employment they can and operat- obtain while pursuing ing personal higher education. Not computers. Students are excited about receiving so for the students at This will in- Microsoft training, a new opportu- Bass. clude exten- nity offered at Bass. When Bass stu- sive hands-on Bass students receive Microsoft training that Microsoft IT Academy dents graduate, they training. With will help them gain employment in the IT started at Bass Memorial will have the opportunity Network+ industry while they work on furthering their Academy on January 3. to leave with certifications certification, education.
January 2011 TIDINGS 25 Kentucky-Tennessee News
Baptism at Bordeaux In October 2009, questions remained Stevens became convicted Marie Stevens attended unanswered, and that she needed to be re- a series of evange- personal issues baptized, and make a new listic meetings held needed to be re- commitment to God and in Bordeaux, Tenn. solved. His truth. Encouraged by (near Nashville), by Since Stevens her friends at the Bordeaux Brian Hadley, pastor, had been baptized Church and family — espe- and Marvin Lowman, before, she thought cially her daughter, Debra Kentucky-Tennessee at first she would — Stevens was baptized on Conference executive join the church by Sabbath, October 13, 2010, secretary. At that time, profession of faith. almost a year to the day Stevens indicated her After months of vis- after her decision to join desire to unite with the Brian Hadley, pastor, with Marie Stevens its from Hadley and the Adventist Church. church. However, some following her baptism. study of the Bible, —BY MARVIN LOWMAN Roy Andrew Wolcott, 1921-2010
Roy Andrew Wolcott to enter pastoral ministry nessee to be near their was born March 11, 1921, in Detroit. son, Alvin. Andy was asked in Bryan, Ohio. He passed In 1950, Andy and to pastor in the Kentucky- to his rest on October 19, Louise accepted a mission Tennessee Conference, first 2010, at his home in Lyles, call to teach at the Ad- in Kingfield, Tenn., and Tenn. ventist Seminary in Seoul, then for nearly 10 years in Adventist education Korea. He was ordained Columbia, Tenn. was always a high prior- to the Gospel ministry just Family and friends will ity for the Wolcott family. before leaving for Asia. remember him not only for Andy, with all his siblings, The Korean War erupted his spiritual vision and en- attended Seventh-day while they were en route ergetic leadership, but also Adventist schools, work- to Korea, so Andy pastored for his optimism, sense ing for most of their high a Korean congregation in of humor, love of poetry, school and college tuition Osaka, Japan, for nearly University, located at that and his enthusiastic enjoy- costs. two years while study- time in Takoma Park, Md. ment of music. He leaves a In 1939, Andy gradu- ing the Korean language. He taught Bible and legacy of spiritual trans- ated from Mt. Vernon Eventually, Andy was reas- other subjects at Golden formation in many lives Academy in Ohio, and in signed to the British crown Gate Academy in Oakland, wherever he has served. 1945 received his bachelor colony of Singapore, where Calif., 1960-1963, then Andy is survived by his of art degree from Em- he taught at the Malayan returned to pastoral work wife of 65 years, Louise; manuel Missionary College Union Seminary and pas- and spent the remainder his three sons and their (now Andrews University) tored the campus church of his ministry as a pastor- spouses: Dale and Nancy in Berrien Springs, Mich., for the remainder of the evangelist in the North- Wolcott of Palm Coast, with a major in religion five-year mission term. ern California, Central Fla., Alvin and Linda and minors in education After returning from California, and Washington Wolcott of Lyles, Tenn., and English. the mission field in 1955, conferences. In teamwork and Glenn and Roberta He married Nancy Lou- he pastored in Regina, Sas- with Louise, he became Wolcott of Rockville, Md.; ise Bartlett on August 12, katchewan, for three years, a personal evangelist par his youngest sister, Merita 1945, and they began their then returned to classroom excellence and a master at Gavin of Ft. Myers, Fla.; life together teaching at the teaching at Mt. Aetna Acad- pastoral nurturing. 14 grandchildren; and 17 Adventist church school in emy in Maryland while Following his official great-grandchildren. Grand Rapids, Mich. After earning his master’s degree retirement in 1986, Andy two years, Andy was asked in education at Potomac and Louise moved to Ten-
26 T October 2010 Kentucky-Tennessee News
Winchester Members Reach Out to Community more than 1,000 bags dur- ing the three-day event. In addition, more than 50 people signed up to win an eight-volume ASI set of books by Ellen G. White. The people who signed up, but didn’t win, will receive a visit from a church member and a choice of one of the titles for free. Each year, the festival features fireworks, a 5k run/walk with friends, tal- Spreading the Word chester’s annual Daniel thru bags with two health ent contest, street dance, of God to people in the Boone Pioneer Festival, booklets, two end-time country music, arts and community is a very real where the church rented booklets, and a Bible crafts displays, and food objective of the Win- a booth. school enrollment card booths. The event is held chester, Ky., Church. Op- William Little, pastor, with a GO tract. Mem- on Labor Day weekend. portunity to do just that and several members of bers and friends staffed —BY NANCY ROBINSON presented itself at Win- Winchester stuffed see- the booth and distributed
The packet handed out to visitors to the booth The Winchester Church’s booth at the Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival
New Sign for Conference Headquarters Thanks to a gener- visible to all passersby, ous gift from church day or night. The sign was members, a new sign has designed and manufac- been installed in front of tured by the J. M. Stewart the Kentucky-Tennessee Company. Conference headquarters — BY MARVIN LOWMAN on Conference Drive in Goodlettsville, Tenn. The sign is lighted from dusk to dawn, making it clearly
October 2010 TIDINGS 27 South Atlantic News
Atlanta Maranatha Church Conducts Safety Seminar The disabilities and se- ministries coordinator, to and tips that help reduce tors, making sure there is nior ministries of the Atlanta show how preventive power the chances of becoming a a safe fire escape plan in Maranatha Church, Atlanta, gives a sense of indepen- crime victim. place, and keeping emer- Ga., conducted a safety dence and confidence. Sidney Jackson, Anth- gency numbers near the seminar for its members. Redmond Keeney, wan Marbley, and Brenton telephone. The “Get Safe” seminar was Cathy Taylor, and David Small from the Atlanta Fire The seminar provided a planned by Thelma Made- Somers from the Atlanta Po- Department, discussed the wealth of information, and am, disabilities coordinator, lice Department talked about importance of installing and many questions were ad- and Myrtice Lawson, senior common-sense measures maintaining smoke detec- dressed about safety. Atlanta-Berean School Hosts “The Power of One” Seminar Helping students to grades power to school environment a know Christ, and to make 4-8. The take action safer, better place. appropriate choices in shows were when they At the conclusion of everyday situations, is a intended to see bully- the program, the students critical element in the ed- help stu- ing, either all heartily agreed to take ucation process at Berean dents better by refusing The Power of One Oath, Christian Junior Academy, understand to encour- which was a pledge to Atlanta, Ga. In keeping and identify The captivated students and age it or not bully others, not to with this aim, “The Power bullying, teachers not only observed but reporting it stand by while others of One,” a traveling, anti- and to learn also interacted in a series of skits to a re- are bullied, and to report bullying team was invited how to deal presented by two actors who used sponsible bullying whenever they colors, boxes, and masks to vividly to perform for the entire with it. portray scenes of bullying, and the supervisor. witnessed it. school body. The possible effects on the victim. Emphasis —BY SHIRLEY A. JOHNSON Two presentations students was placed were given, one for were taught that each has on the need for individual grades K-3, and one for the power of one — the action to help make the Wrens Church Conducts Ordination Service Jay Maurice James was the “Joshua and Caleb” of ordained as a local elder Wrens Church. During this at the Wrens, Ga., Church, time, James proved to be on Sabbath, October 2, a willing servant in vari- 2010. This is the first local ous capacities. elder ordination for the Surrounded by family Wrens congregation in and friends, James ac- more than 20 years. cepted the consecration James will serve with and anointing service with the head local elder, humility. He is married Henry Lewis Jr., who to Betty James, and they recommended James for have twin seven-year-old ordination. Lewis has sons, Bryce and Jayden. served as a mentor for the The service was officiated prospective elder for the by district pastor Ronald J. past three years. The two Wright Sr. Church members form a circle of consecration as the pastor, Ron- ald J. Wright Sr., offers the consecration prayer for the ordination have often been called service.
28 T January 2011 South Atlantic News
Hope Tabernacle Breaks Ground for New Church With joy and thanks- will serve the giving, the congregation members and of Hope Tabernacle surrounding Church, Snellville, Ga., community. held a groundbreaking One mem- ceremony on Sunday, ber shared, October 17, 2010, for “This project the construction of their will be used to new church. Almost further the work the entire congrega- of the ministry tion participated in the of the Kingdom ceremony. of God. We are The one-million-dol- building for lar project will include ministry en- a 300-seat sanctuary, a hancement, out- 200-seat fellowship hall, Included in the picture are John Doe, architect from Snellville, Ga.; Andy reach ministries, and various rooms for Morgan, contractor; William Felder, pastor of Emmanuel Church, Lithonia, and to expand the children’s Sabbath Ga.; Neil Reid, pastor of Stone Mountain, Ga., Church; Casey Ricks, pastor of our growth. It Hope Tabernacle Church; John James, of Lithonia, Ga., Church; Melvin Pres- School division. The ton, chairman of the building committee and South Atlantic family ministries has long been new 10,000-square- director; Rick Taylor, deacon; and members who attended the groundbreak- our dream to do foot church complex ing ceremony for their long-awaited church. that.”
Orangeburg Church Supports Steel Pan Ministry The steel pan is the local churches, schools, only instrument to be in- South Carolina State vented in the 20th century University, Youth Fed- on the island of Trinidad, eration, the Orangeburg and is that nation’s nation- County Fair, and Whitten al instrument. In the West Inn in Santee, S.C.; and Indies, the steel pan is of- in support of a fundraiser ten heard at festive events, for Vanard J. Mendinghall but at Orangeburg Church, Junior Academy (CITA’s the steel pans are used to church school). glorify God in hymns, con- Currently, the group temporary Christian songs, has six steel pans, and is and gospel music. presently soliciting the God has blessed the help of members, friends, ministry of this small en- and sponsors to obtain semble. The CITA’s Steel more instruments to im- Pan Music Ensemble was prove its music ministry. The ensemble is made up of 12 enthusiastic youth ranging in age from 6 to 15 years old. recently featured in the With the support of CITA’s Times and Democrat newspa- pastor, Harold Thomas, At Christ is the Answer ago, Sharon Pierre-Luke, per in Orangeburg. They the ensemble hopes to Church (CITA) in Orange- a native of Trinidad and have also performed on continue to grow and be a burg, S.C., the music of Tobago and the director of WIS-TV, Columbia, S.C.; light to others wherever its the steel pan can often the ensemble, introduced during the “Sounds of the ministry takes them. be heard during worship the children to the steel Season” Christmas pro- services. Almost two years pan. gram; at nursing homes,
January 2011 TIDINGS 29 South Central News
Youth Congress Attendees Work, Witness, Baptize During Bahamas 2010 Mission Cruise
George Pelote (left); Dana Edmond, South Central president; Reba Clisby; E. Bryan Tinker, North Bahamas Mission Conference presi- dent; and Vandeon Griffin, South Central youth director
More than 250 South City officials were present, Central youth hit the and they were impressed streets of Freeport, Ba- by the youth coming from hamas, to do mission America to their city to work in the community. serve in that capacity. The The youth were divided local news media was into two teams to assist there to capture highlights. in the clean-up effort of The next day the two community parks. group went to Nassau, After that a rally was held Bahamas, and had a pow- highlighting the theme, erful worship experience “Wii Serve” (Willing Instru- by the tag team preaching ments Inspired to Serve). of Seth Yelorda, pastor of The rally was held at a community park.
More than 250 delegates participated in the mission cruise. The “Wii Serve” team painted and cleaned.
30 T January 2011 South Central News
Dana Edmond, South Central president, opened the baptismal service Seth Yelorda, pastor of the Orchard Park Church, Chattanooga, on the pool deck with prayer. Tenn., and Java Mattison, South Central publishing director, baptized in the pool deck. the Orchard Park Church, Chattanooga, Tenn., and MyRon Edmond, pastor of the Glenville Church, Cleveland, Ohio. With their unique approach, many youth and adults were blessed and ener- gized by the Holy Spirit’s use of these men of God. That afternoon many par- ticipated in a Pathfinder parade, which started from one of the local Adven- tist churches through the downtown streets of Nas- sau. An AYS service was held outside that afternoon in the square. The weather was gorgeous, the youth set the tone, and Jesus was felt. Vandeon Griffin, South Central youth director, and MyRon Edmond, pastor of Glenville Church in Java Mattison, South Cleveland, Ohio, baptized candidates in the pool deck. Central publishing direc- tor, concluded the ministry asked what these words and former associate, and a baptism was held on event with a challenging meant. This served as a Roy Parham, former South the pool deck where 11 Vesper message. On the constant witness to every- Central associate youth individuals were baptized. cruise ship everyone who one encountered, and this director, for moving out Many stopped to see what wore a green shirt with the afforded the opportunity in faith with this mission. was going on — another words, “Wii Serve,” would to uplift Christ. Kudos to At the conclusion of the opportunity to witness. be stopped by cruisers and Vandeon Griffin, director cruise, during the finale,
January 2011 TIDINGS 31 Southeastern News
Conference Holds Annual Pathfinder Federation More than 400 directors, and staff Church, Tampa, FLa. ; and Pathfinders attended for a job well done,” First Church, Thomasville, Southeastern’s Annual said Caesar Robinson, Ga. For a complete listing Pathfinder Federation Southeastern Confer- of the top 10 clubs, visit Weekend on Novem- ence youth director. http://www.secsda.org. ber 11-14, 2010, at “Pathfinder Federa- Individual awards Camp Kalaqaua, High tion Weekend signals included Pathfinder of the Springs, Fla. the end of the official Year — Ronald Hayward,
This year’s federa- HENLEY ROBERT Pathfinder year, but First Church, Thomasville, tion started a day early, During the weekend, Pathfinders had with an event like this, Ga.; Counselor of the allowing more time for a chance to earn 26 honors. Pictured it sets the tone for the Year — Theresa Sims, fun and fellowship. are Pathfinders earning a woodworking new year to come.” Westside Church, Tampa, honor. Pathfinders got a Sunday morning’s Fla.; Director of the Year chance to earn 26 hon- Friend to Master Guide. award ceremony high- — Juanita Williams, First ors, which included wood The young people partici- lighted the top 10 clubs of Church; and Coordinator carving, electricity, model pated in all aspects of the the Conference, and sev- of the Year — Jeanette rocketry, glass craft, cultur- event, from the nightly ser- eral individuals who had Thompson. al diversity, photography, vices to the drum exhibi- exemplary performances More pictures of this and stamp collecting. tion on Saturday night. throughout the year. event can be viewed at During the Investiture “It is quite fitting to The top three clubs http://www.flickr.com/ ceremony, several young end the Pathfinder year were Ephesus French secsda. people were invested in with a celebration like this, Church, Delray Beach, —BY SHERRIE BARTON-SMITH categories ranging from honoring our Pathfinders, Fla.; Westside Community Fall Food Drive Yields Bountiful Harvest
The Thonotosassa October 30, the Church, located in the un- clubs returned incorporated town of Sef- to collect the fner, Fla., passed out 150 canned goods Thanksgiving food baskets and say thanks to needy families in the to the neighbor- Tampa, Fla., metropolitan hood. area during Thanksgiving Simultane- week. ously, Mentor Jackie Mentor, Evelyn Allen, Marilyn Terrelonge, and C. Anslem Paul, pastor Jackie Mentor, who and Marilyn of Thonotosassa Church, say thank you to their partners from the Hillsborough leads Thonotosassa’s Terrelonge, County School District. Pathfinder and community both social service programs, orches- workers in the 4, as a part of its Com- of being in the business of trated this year’s success- Hillsborough County Pub- munity Guest (Friendship) teaching youth is teaching ful efforts on October lic School System, reached Day, the Thonotosassa them the importance of 23, 2010. The church’s out to colleagues and members recognized the giving back. Pathfinder and Adventur- friends in the school dis- contributions of its part- —BY PAMELA GATES ers clubs went out into trict to donate additional ners from the Hillsborough the community, and hung non-perishables. County Public School recycled, plastic grocery During the week of System. bags with flyers, asking Thanksgiving, the baskets Thonotosassa hopes that the bags be filled with were assembled and dis- to feed even more needy non-perishable items. tributed. families in the area be- One week later, on On Sabbath, December cause, as they stated, part
32 T January 2011 Southeastern News
Parade Emphasizes Tabernacle Church Ministries, Services The members of realizes how much we Dominique Diambois. Tabernacle Church, Miami, can help them.’ The parade coin- Fla., under the leadership So an idea was cided with a renewed of Olinto L. Groce, have launched — how about commitment by the beefed up their Internet a community parade members. ministries to reach people to let the residents in The parade cul- throughout the world. Little River, Little Haiti, minated festivities for During the brain- and El Portal areas homecoming weekend. Members of Tabernacle Church marched storming session, commu- know who Tabernacle through the communities surrounding the Tabernacle, which cele- nity services director Deroy is and what programs church on November 14, 2010, with the brated its 33rd anniver- Moncrieffe posed a different are available? purpose of sharing the services that are sary, focused on going question. What about the On November available to them. back to its roots. surrounding Little River, 14, 2010, hundreds It is fitting that Little Haiti, and El Portal of members, friends, group provided. For ex- Tabernacle renewed its neighborhoods? and visitors of Tabernacle ample, community services commitment to the outlying “We have been in this marched through the streets distributes food every third communities as it starts a area for 30 years, and some of Little River and Little Sunday of each month, and new year of service. people still don’t realize Haiti to show the locals free health screenings are More pictures of this who we are and what goes what they were missing. available for the residents. event can be viewed at on in our church week after More than 15 depart- “The community is ripe http://www.flickr.com/ week,’’ Moncrieffe told the ments were in attendance for evangelism, and Taber- secsda. members. with banners held high, nacle is overdue for getting —BY JOHN DEVINE “There are so many ser- while a loudspeaker an- out in the community,’’ said vices we offer, and no one nounced the services each women’s ministries leader Perrine Church Celebrates Community Guest Day The Perrine Church in information on healthy re- tional cycles of dependen- the population she serves, Perrine, Fla., recently cel- lationships and marriage. cy which have crippled so and hopes to make a differ- ebrated Community Guest As a certified marriage many families. ence in her minority patient Day. The annual event is a counselor, Del Rosario The second recipient population. special day when Perrine has developed cutting was Chung James, M.D., James has been practic- pays tribute to people in edge tools to help couples a board certified family ing in the Perrine area for the community who have resolve their problems. Her physician. She is dedicated more than 20 years. She is made significant contribu- vision is to break genera- to improving the health of very involved in the com- tions to mankind. munity, and is a long-time The first recipient was contributor to many chari- Jacqueline Del Rosario, table organizations and Ph.D. As editorial director fundraising efforts. of Teen Vision magazine, Antwoyn Mells, pastor Del Rosario reaches tens of of Perrine, delivered the thousands of youth daily, sermon. He explained that helping them find solutions Jesus showed a caring na- to the tough issues they ture to all people. face. —BY MILLICENT TAYLOR She also spearheads Jacqueline Del Rosario (above left), Ph.D., and Chung James the Minutes campaign, a (above right), M.D., receive plaques from Antwoyn Mells, pastor video series that provides of Perrine Church.
January 2011 TIDINGS 33 Carolina Noticias
Milagros en North Charleston La iglesia hispana un grupo de jóvenes del a la clara dirección divina, un incentivo para seguir de North Charleston, SC, club de conquistadores de al trabajo en grupo y al trabajando en la misión llevó a cabo una campaña la iglesia. Este esfuerzo espíritu misionero de una encomendada. evangélica de cosecha fue el resultado de tres pujante iglesia enfocada —FREDY VILLAMIL, entre el 30 de octubre y el campañas presentadas en su misión: compartir PASTOR DEL DISTRITO 6 de noviembre, a cargo previamente por los laicos a Cristo. Se presenció del pastor Wilson Roberts. de la iglesia y realizadas una boda de tres El lema fue: “Muerte a las en carpas ubicadas en parejas. El pastor Bestias y Vida al Cordero” diferentes vecindarios de Roberts tuvo y gracias al poder del la ciudad. La asistencia el privilegio de Espíritu Santo el último fue siempre de cerca de casarlos previo a sábado once personas 200 personas a pesar de su bautismo. El se unieron a la iglesia, y los retenes que se estaban Señor se manifestó diez lo harán en un futuro llevando a cabo en varias de una manera inmediato; entre ellos áreas. Todo esto se debió notable, y esto fue Retiro de Caballeros En el mes de y bajo el lema “Fuerza y hogares se les instó a guiar noche se disfrutó de septiembre, Nosoca Pines Honor”, se reunieron para a sus familias en forma películas inspiradoras, y Ranch recibió a 200 participar de un retiro amorosa por medio del varios deportes. Muchos hermanos de las iglesias de caballeros. El orador ejemplo. hermanos expresaron un de la asociación quienes central fue el pastor Jorge Durante todo el fin renovado interés espiritual durante un fin de semana Mayer, y los pastores de semana se llevaron a y el deseo de participar Romero, Sequera y cabo sesiones de oración de este evento el próximo Labrador, también intercesora a favor de las septiembre. presentaron temas esposas, familias e iglesias —MINNER LABRADOR, enfocados en llamar a allí representadas. Los DISTRITO DE CHARLOTTE, NC, los asistentes a volver a asistentes solteros también DIRECTOR DE MINISTERIO las bases, e invitarlos a intercedieron por sus DE CABALLEROS DE LA una constante caminata amados e hicieron pactos ASOCIACIÓN Y COORDINADOR DEL MISMO MINISTERIO EN LA con Dios. Como de entrega diaria a Dios. DIVISIÓN NORTEAMERICANA sacerdotes de sus El sábado por la Siguiendo las Huellas de Jesús “Siguiendo las Huellas un alto compromiso, y fue que ayudaron a marcar el que estuvo presentado por de Jesús” fue el título de reconfortante ver cómo el sendero de la salvación. Jorge Cabrera. Adán López la campaña organizada en Espíritu de Dios atraía a En preparación demostró un gran interés la iglesia de Dudley, NC, tantas visitas cada noche, para este esfuerzo, los en el mismo, y se hizo que tuvo lugar desde el para escuchar mensajes hermanos repartieron acreedor de un juego de 5 de septiembre al 2 de volantes de “Las Bellas Historias de la octubre, y estuvo a cargo invitación y un Biblia.” del pastor Elías Sandoval. CD titulado el Como fruto de este La misma representó “El Poder de la esfuerzo, ocho personas un desafío por su Oración” para entregaron sus vidas a duración de treinta noches ser entregado Jesús y otros se preparan consecutivas. Tanto el a familiares para hacerlo en los director misionero Juan y amigos. Se próximos bautismos. Carlos Chay, como el resto completó el curso —ELÍAS SANDOVAL, PASTOR de los miembros mostraron “La Fe de Jesús”, DEL DISTRITO
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Evangelista Laico en Deltona En preparación para la experiencias inspiradoras: por el llamado de Dios por este medio, no sólo en campaña de evangelismo Una familia completa y actualmente recibe los Venezuela, sino también en que se llevaría a cabo en tomó la decisión de seguir estudios para pronto unirse Ecuador, Australia, Carolina el mes de julio, los dos a Cristo, y los padres fueron a la familia de Jesús. María del Sur, Houston, y Dallas. meses previos al evento, bautizados junto a su hijo y Luz Marina, madre e hija, Ignoramos si habrá personas el evangelista laico de la de 15 años. María Feliciano, también tomaron la decisión en otros lugares que también asociación Jesús Tirado, quien durante cincuenta y fueron bautizadas. Ellas se unen en adoración, pero inició un trabajo de años había padecido de tuvieron que regresar no dudamos que el alcance visitación y estudios bíblicos. adicción al cigarrillo, aceptó a Venezuela, su país de del mensaje es eterno. Dios Durante el mes de junio, tomar estudios Bíblicos, origen. Allí descubrieron está preparando un pueblo llevó a cabo una semana luego siguió el plan de cinco que no hay una iglesia para su reino de oración que preparó el días para dejar de fumar, y adventista en el lugar en —OLIVER MASTRAPA, espíritu de la hermandad Dios le dio la victoria sobre el que viven. No obstante, PASTOR DE LA IGLESIA DE para el evento. su hábito tan arraigado. siguen la programación de DELTONA. FL La campaña fue Para Él no existe la palabra la iglesia de Deltona semana muy bendecida. Catorce imposible cuando se le tras semana por medio de almas bajaron a las aguas entrega la voluntad. Su hija, Internet, e invitan a sus bautismales y otros quien asistió a la iglesia vecinos para disfrutar con quedaron estudiando la adventista por primera ellas el servicio del sábado. Biblia con el propósito de vez para presenciar el El programa de Deltona unirse a la iglesia. Se vivió bautismo, quedó impactada está siendo visto en vivo Caravana de la Victoria Desde el viernes 3 de congregaciones con un público de más de por el uso de drogas y septiembre, las iglesias de constituyeron el circuito por 700 personas. Se presentó su asociación a pandillas. Kissimmee y Orlando y sus donde el pastor Rolando de un programa de tiempo Luego de su tercer intento congregaciones celulares, los Ríos presentó mensajes completo para los niños. de suicidio, estando en el comenzaron un evento de fe y esperanza durante El evento culminó en hospital fue visitado por especial: La Caravana de la tres fines de semana. la tarde con el bautismo María Teresa López, quien Victoria. Le acompañó el grupo de veinticinco personas le presentó a Jesús como la En estos últimos años, de alabanza “Fortaleza” que se unirán a M.A.S.O. forma de encontrar paz. El los pastores Douglas J. apoyando con sus música. en su misión a favor de hogar de Carlos está hoy en Osorio y Hermes Tavera, Muchos personas fueron la creciente comunidad vías de rehabilitación y él se bajo la dirección del pastor tocadas por los llamados hispana de esta localidad. encuentra gozoso de poder Abel Paulín, dieron origen a realizados luego de los Ellos presentaron ayudar a otros que como M.A.S.O. (Misión Apostólica bautismos cada fin de testimonios inspiradores. Un él, necesitaban encontrar del Sur de Orlando). semana. ejemplo de estos testimonios la calma que Jesús trae al Este proyecto ha dado Finalmente todas las fue el de Carlos López, un corazón. como resultado no sólo el congregaciones se unieron joven que padeció de una Como trabajo posterior desarrollo de los grupos para el cierre de la caravana profunda depresión causada de seguimiento, seis celulares, sino también el de en la iglesia de evangelistas mayormente las congregaciones celulares, Kissimmee, desde el laicos continuarán la ronda formadas por la unión de miércoles 20 hasta el de la caravana durante varios grupos. Wilfredo sábado 23 de octubre. varias semanas, presentando Rivera, director del proyecto, Debido a la cantidad mensajes de confirmación junto a su esposa Miriam de asistentes, el último de fe. aseguran que este es un sábado de mañana —ROLANDO DE LOS plan misionero de expansión la reunión tuvo por RÍOS, EVANGELISTA DE LA sin precedentes. sede el auditorio de ASOCIACIÓN Ocho de estas Osceola Heritage Park,
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Quinta Feria Informativa de Salud en West Palm Beach El 3 de Octubre se En varios casos aliviar el dolor y llevó a cabo la quinta los exámenes sufrimiento de las Feria Informativa de Salud, médicos familias azotadas organizada por la Iglesia detectaron por una economía de West Palm Beach. Más condiciones de tambaleante, y que de 500 personas acudieron salud riesgosas, no tienen recursos en busca de atención que podrían haber suficientes ni médica, información sobre puesto en peligro acceso a servicios seguro social, y educación la vida de quienes médicos. H.A.C.E.R para adultos y niños. Cien las padecen. los ayuda, y si la voluntarios dirigidos por Las necesidad excede las Beatriz Molina, hicieron un organizaciones posibilidades de la extraordinario trabajo para participantes Babies, Hospice of organización, desde alcanzar el objetivo de más como Caridad Center, Palm Beach, Family el departamento MI CASA, allá de presentar atención Mission Clinic, American Central, C.A.P., Palm vincula a las personas con e información, transmitir Red Cross, Community Beach County Health los recursos existentes en el amor de Dios a cada Blood Center, Healthy Department, y negocios las diferentes agencias. uno de los asistentes. Mothers and Healthy locales, expresaron su No obstante, el agradecimiento a la iglesia objetivo final y más por haberles hecho parte importante, es ofrecer a de esta labor de servicio a estas familias la esperanza la comunidad. de vida eterna, cuando El ministerio local las tribulaciones pasajeras H.A.C.E.R. Ministry, Corp. representarán un pasado (Hispanos en Acción insignificante comparadas Comunitaria Educando y con las bendiciones que Redimiendo) aprovechó Dios ha preparado para los la oportunidad para que creen en Él. presentarse oficialmente a —ELIEZER VALLEJO, la comunidad como una PRESIDENTE DE H.A.C.E.R MINISTRY CORP. organización sin fines de lucro, que trabaja para Nuevo Templo en Gainsville
Luego de soñar por del departamento de anteriores de adquisición poco a poco, luego de un casi dos décadas con Propiedades y Desarrollo. o construcción de templo reavivamiento misionero un lugar de reunión Todos los intentos habían sido fallidos, pero experimentado por la propio, el 9 de octubre hermandad, comenzaron a la iglesia hispana de abrirse los caminos, y hoy Gainesville inauguró toda la iglesia alaba a Dios su nuevo templo. Para por esta bendición. este evento estuvieron —BYRON RIVERA, presentes el presidente PASTOR DEL DISTRITO de la asociación, pastor DE GAINESVILLE Y Michael Cauley; Carmen MARION OAKS, FL Rodríguez, secretaria ejecutiva, y Deann Hawley, representante
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Retiro Hispano de Caballeros Ochenta y cinco las actividades realizadas “Cómo Resolver Conflictos y esto fue revelado en la hermanos hispanos de la desde el viernes 3 al Familiares”, por Edison evaluación llevada a cabo asociación asistieron al domingo 5 de septiembre. González. El pastor José al final del evento. retiro anual de caballeros Un eficiente equipo de Escobar tuvo a su cargo Al regresar a los en Cohutta Springs. El pastores hispanos tuvo a el estudio de la Biblia y lo respectivos hogares e lema fue “Dios llama a cargo las presentaciones. hizo por medio de la serie iglesias, se observó que un hombre.” La amistad, Se presentaron diversos “Varones de Dios”. no sólo los hermanos el espíritu de adoración seminarios sobre El sábado de tarde se beneficiaron con esta y el deseo de aprender “Liderazgo del Hombre se realizó la habitual actividad, sino también caracterizaron cada una de en el Hogar”, por Neftaly caminata, actividad sus familias. La esposa de Ortiz, apreciada por muchos uno de los asistentes hizo “La vida de los asistentes por la el comentario: “no sé qué Espiritual del oportunidad de contemplar le hicieron a mi esposo Hombre”, el hermoso paisaje del en el retiro. Regresó muy por Julio lugar y reflexionar sobre cariñoso y me llevó a de la Rosa, la naturaleza, segundo comer afuera”. “Cambio libro de la Revelación —DANILO CORNEJO, de Hábitos” de Dios. Los alimentos CONSULTOR DEL MINISTERIO por Orlando que se ofrecieron fueron DE CABALLEROS HISPANOS González y abundantes y saludables DE LA ASOCIACIÓN.
Distrito De Knoxville
Investidura de “Los distrito. Durante ese fin el compromiso, hicieron en su vida de testificación Valientes de Jehová” de semana, los asistentes entrega de los pañuelos y en los grupos pequeños. El distrito hispano de se comprometieron “Valientes de Jehová”. En el período del 2 al Knoxville organizó una a asumir el cuidado, Evangelismo de Otoño. 23, las congregaciones semana de entrenamiento desarrollo y misión de Durante el mes de octubre predicaron la Palabra a y reavivamiento misionero los grupos. Veinticinco el distrito de Knoxville un buen grupo de visitas, del 5 al 12 de setiembre. líderes fueron investidos y se embarcó en un que en su mayoría eran Los temas se enfocaron ordenados en una solemne proyecto de evangelismo llevadas por los hermanos en la concientización ceremonia en la que las público para cosechar de los grupos pequeños. de la necesidad de una esposas, como símbolo los resultados del trabajo Como resultado de este reforma y reavivamiento de su participación en misionero de los hermanos trabajo conjunto de líderes, espirituales por medio de miembros y predicadores, una relación estrecha con el nombre de Dios fue Dios. Se enfatizó el hecho glorificado con diecinueve de que este reavivamiento almas que se entregaron llevaría a una mayor a Cristo por medio del preocupación por los bautismo. semejantes, que se vería El evangelismo y la reflejada en el deseo de testificación nunca serán alcanzar a aquellas almas un fracaso; “Echa tu pan que no conocen del amor sobre las aguas; porque de Dios y de su voluntad. después de muchos días lo La semana culminó hallarás” (Eclesiastés 11:1) con el retiro de líderes y —RICHARD URDANETA, asociados de los 40 grupos PASTOR DEL DISTRITO pequeños que tiene el
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Retiro de Damas “Identifícate en las Cien hermanas y las asistentes pudieron Huellas de Jesús” fue el seis visitas tuvieron identificarse con Jesús tema central del retiro de la oportunidad de desde su lugar como damas de la asociación. identificarse en las huellas madres, esposas, y amigas. Marline Del Valle y Erika de Jesús. La oradora —IVETTE FIGUEROA, Domínguez hicieron un central fue Milagros SECRETARIA DE LA OFICINA excelente trabajo en la Tomei, y Xiomara Mercado DE MINISTERIOS HISPANOS dirección del evento, con presentó varios seminarios. DE LA UNIÓN la colaboración de Gail Kenia Sears tuvo a su Fue un fin de semana McKenzie. cargo la música. bendecido en el que
South Atlantic Noticias Actividades en Newbern Programa Radial: El conocerán el amor de Dios. invitados tuviese una razón celebración de Halloween, programa de radio Pronto Bautismo: El pasado para no asistir, se instaló un los jóvenes de la iglesia Vendrá (1030 AM), que 24 de julio la iglesia televisor, y todos miraron repartieron escritos en la desde hace tres años sale al de Newbern presenció con entusiasmo el evento comunidad, en los que se aire en el área de Charlotte, una hermosa ceremonia deportivo. Al finalizar esta explicaba la decisión de no NC, con las voces de bautismal. Dos personas actividad se recibieron celebrar el día de Halloween. Gerson Granoble y John entregaron sus vidas a Dios, testimonios muy positivos En su lugar, han decidido Newlove, ha extendido su y hoy participan activamente de parte de las visitas, por convertir ese día en día de alcance; ahora es escuchado de las actividades de la haber tenido la oportunidad alabanza y adoración a Dios. en diferentes lugares del iglesia. de participar de un momento El 31 de octubre se preparó mundo a través de Internet Día de la Hermandad: de esparcimiento sano. un programa musical con en www.wnow-am.com. Todos los trimestres se “Ustedes son diferentes” una dramatización, por Muchas personas han separa un domingo para dijeron muchos. La iglesia medio de los cuales se expresado testimonio de esparcimiento de las familias quedó feliz de haber podido transmitió el mensaje de lo que Dios ha hecho en de la iglesia y amigos. Ese testificar del amor de Dios. salvación y se mostraron las sus vidas por medio de día se hace especial énfasis No a Halloween: facetas del gran conflicto los mensajes escuchados en la salud espiritual, moral Durante el mes previo a la cósmico que culminará con en este programa. A pesar y física. El último domingo la venida de Jesús. de su cambio de horario, en el que se llevó a cabo —JOHN NEWLOVE, PASTOR (domingos a las 12:00 pm), esta actividad, coincidió DE LAS IGLESIAS DEMONROE, estamos seguros de que con un partido de fútbol MARSHVILLE Y PAGELAND, NC la audiencia continuará de la selección mejicana. creciendo, y muchos más Para que ninguno de los Bautismo en la Iglesia Central de Atlanta Después de una La ceremonia, oficiada por de que todos sus hijos se semana de evangelismo, el pastor Poloche, fue de encuentran gozosos en la Sandra Silva, hija de uno gozo para los padres de familia de Dios. de los fieles miembros de esta familia baluarte de —EFRAÍN POLOCHE, COORDI- la iglesia Central de Atlanta esta congregación. Ellos NADOR DEL DEPARTAMENTO dio su paso de bautismo. tienen paz en la seguridad HISPANO DE LA ASOCIACIÓN
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Semana de Evangelismo en Raleigh, NC El día 18 de setiembre asistencia de treinta esta congregación, líder está organizando, terminó una semana de personas, y la alegría de ha representado un ha contagiado a la evangelismo con una ver diez nuevas vidas incentivo misionero para hermandad, y la iglesia ha entregadas públicamente todos sus miembros. vuelto a la vida. a Dios por medio del Por algún tiempo esta —EFRAÍN POLOCHE, bautismo. El orador fue iglesia se encontraba COORDINADOR DEL Mauricio Velazquez, inactiva, y con una DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO DE laico a cargo de la membresía descendente. LA ASOCIACIÓN iglesia. Esta experiencia El trabajo a favor de sin precedentes en otros que su nuevo Bautismo en Gainsville Retiro de Ancianos El 11 de septiembre —EFRAÍN POLOCHE, Durante el fin de el importante ministerio en la naciente congregación COORDINADOR DEL semana del 24 al 26 el que sirven. de Gainesville celebró DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO DE de setiembre, se llevó a —EFRAÍN POLOCHE, LA ASOCIACIÓN un bautismo. Al finalizar cabo el entrenamiento y COORDINADOR DEL el programa, el pastor encuentro de ancianos de la DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO DE Carlos Henriquez, quien asociación, en River Oaks, LA ASOCIACIÓN ofició la ceremonia, hizo South Carolina. un llamado al que varias La asistencia fue personas respondieron, y de cuarenta y ocho están ahora estudiando la personas que participaron Biblia preparándose para intensamente en seminarios un próximo bautismo. y clases de capacitación para
South Central Noticias Cinco Meses de Fuego El distrito latino de privilegio ser instrumentos El orador principal fue el seminarios de evange- Kentucky recibió con en las manos de Dios para pastor Edgardo J. Herrera, lismo. alegría a treinta y dos proclamar el mensaje de coordinador hispano de la La iglesia inmediata- nuevos miembros que se salvación. asociación. El pastor Omar mente comenzó a pre- bautizaron luego de la El día de cierre del Lebreault, de la asociación pararse para la campaña campaña titulada “Cinco proyecto fue el 18 de Puertorriqueña del Oeste, femenina, que tuvo lugar Meses de Fuego” que co- setiembre, cuando se fue el encargado de los durante el mes de noviem- menzó en el mes de mayo celebraron el “Día de la bre, y los grupos peque- y terminó en setiembre. Hermandad” y el “Día del ños continuaron trabajan- Junto al pastor, líderes y Anciano Adventista” en do para traer más personas miembros de iglesia esta- el distrito. Durante este a los pies del Señor. ban activamente involucra- evento se dictaron semi- —SAMUEL PEGUERO, dos en evangelismo. Al ver narios, se disfrutó de la PASTOR DEL DISTRITO LATINO el Espíritu Santo traba- ceremonia bautismal, hubo DE KENTUCKY jando en las personas, la predicaciones y se presen- hermandad consideró un taron los reportes anuales.
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Evangelismo: Southern Union Conference en Argentina Desde 1998, cada en San Pablo, Brasil, y la país en la frontera con coordinador hispano de las fábrica de alimentos Granix Brasil. Se organizaron asociaciones del territorio en Buenos Aires, Argentina. dos campañas por de la Unión del Sur elige Esta última, ocupa el distrito. Los eventos pastores que organizados segundo lugar en ventas se llevaron a cabo por el pastor Jorge Mayer, en el país en el ramo de en carpas, centros líder de dicho ministerio alimentos para el desayuno, médicos, centros de en la unión, realizan un y el primer lugar en el ramo convenciones y hasta viaje misionero a países de galletas dulces y saladas en una terminal de encuentren asistiendo a la latinoamericanos. Este año, naturales. Granix tiene 70 autobuses, que de noche iglesia y devolviendo sus el destino fue la Argentina. años de existencia, y la no tiene movimiento. Se la diezmos como lo indica El propósito es conducir calidad de sus productos acondicionaba cada día al la Palabra de Dios. Por lo campañas evangélicas para es altamente apreciada por partir su último transporte, tanto, los bautismos no son el mercado local y de noche funcionaba resultado de las campañas, e internacional. como centro de reuniones. sino del esfuerzo y trabajo Exporta a 14 El trabajo no se concentró previos de los pastores y países. Agradecida solamente en la predicación, miembros de iglesia. Al por el éxito con sino también en la finalizar estas campañas 203 el que Dios ha personas dieron el paso bendecido el logro del bautismo. No obstante, de sus objetivos, como resultado directo de da diezmo de sus las mismas, cerca de 600 ganancias, y tiene quedaron interesadas en el ayudar en el cumplimento un alto porcentaje estudio de la Biblia para un de la misión en otras de sus entradas dedicado a futuro bautismo. El pastor áreas, infundir en los proyectos de evangelismo, Caviglione, presidente de participantes la pasión por ayuda comunitaria e visitación. Nuestros pastores la asociación del norte, el evangelismo, conocer las institucional. Anualmente se comenzaban temprano en expresó su alegría cuando diferentes culturas a las que realizan grandes donaciones la mañana, yendo a casa comentaba que por lo se ministra en las iglesias de alimentos, cuyo peso de los asistentes antes de general, los bautismos del hispanas en los Estados puede medirse en decenas su horario de trabajo, y último trimestre, todavía por Unidos, e intercambiar de toneladas. Muchos de de noche, luego de las llevarse a cabo, representan métodos de evangelismo. sus empleados participan reuniones. el 50% del total del año, Popularmente se asume que directamente en proyectos La División pero con el alto interés los latinos se congregan evangélicos. Todo esto Sudamericana, ha acordado despertado en la gente en porque tienen una misma redunda en bendición para no bautizar interesados a estos eventos, se espera cultura o idiosincrasia, quien recibe y quien da. La menos que estos hayan sobrepasar estos blancos cuando mas allá de algunas visita a estas instituciones fue concluido la serie de en números no alcanzados similitudes, lo que realmente de incentivo para el grupo estudios bíblicos, se anteriormente. los une es el idioma. Es por de la Unión del Sur, ya que Nuestros lo tanto una experiencia se pudo ver claramente pastores pudieron interesante, y muchas veces el sentido de misión que también ver algunas un desafío liderar iglesias prevalece en ellas. formas de trabajo con miembros provenientes En esta oportunidad, los misionero de los de culturas tan diversas. catorce pastores de nuestro miembros en este Se visitaron algunas territorio concentraron sus país austral. Se instituciones incluyendo la esfuerzos evangélicos en visitó por ejemplo casa publicadora adventista siete distritos de la provincia una cárcel, en la más grande del mundo de Misiones, al noreste del que los presos
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al relajante siente respecto almuerzo luego a la injusticia del culto, o las humana, él dijo: actividades de “la injusticia camaradería, para humana me participar de los permitió servicios de estas conocer Aquello congregaciones. que me hizo Cada una está libre.” liderada por un El último esperan que sus casos preso, quien sábado de tarde, los recorridos por los lugares lleguen a corte. La justicia sábado tras sábado se pastores asistieron a distintas de predicación. Esta actitud en la Argentina no es de las encarga de la organización concentraciones llevadas a se vio reflejada en los más expeditivas lo cual hace del servicio. Sus miembros cabo en varias localidades miembros de iglesia, quienes que por ley, estas personas trabajan por otros presos, de Misiones. En la que tuvo contagiados por sus líderes, puedan estar en espera hasta dando estudios bíblicos y lugar en Jardín América, fueron de gran ayuda en los un máximo de cinco años. ayudándolos en la forma por ejemplo, 50 personas eventos. Una familia adventista, eligió que esté a su alcance. Como recibieron bautismo. La experiencia fue de este lugar para su trabajo resultado de este trabajo, el Fue notable el bendición para el territorio misionero. Durante cinco 18 de septiembre pasado compromiso que mostró de Misiones, y para los años, ha estado atendiendo el pastor Caviglione tuvo la asociación del norte obreros que viajaron desde a los presos. Este lugar se el gozo de bautizar a 7 argentino. Los pastores no los Estados Unidos. No divide en dos pabellones, y presos. Cuando el pastor esperaron sencillamente importa a qué cultura se gracias al paciente trabajo Mayer preguntó a uno de a que el grupo de nuestra pertenezca, Dios atrae a sus y la obra del Espíritu los líderes, quien ya ha unión hiciera su trabajo, hijos con cuerdas de amor Santo, se han formado dos estado más tiempo que el sino que por el contrario, para que pronto estemos iglesias; una por pabellón. máximo permitido por la se unieron al mismo en con Él en casa. Esta familia, parte todos ley para llevar un caso a sus esfuerzos. El presidente —MARIEL LOMBARDI los sábados a las 2:00 juicio y está acusado de de campo acompañó al de la tarde, renunciando asalto y asesinato, cómo se pastor Mayer en todos sus
Retiro de Ancianos y Pastores del Área de Miami
El fin de semana del también las cualidades de relación con Dios. tangibles de la presencia 29 y 30 de octubre fue los ancianos de acuerdo La camaradería que de Dios en el lugar. Las intensamente bendecido. con los parámetros esta- reinó en el evento fue dos asociaciones para las Seiscientas personas blecidos en la Biblia. El una de las muestras más que la unión organizó este asistieron al retiro espe- anciano ejerce evento, com- cialmente preparado para una poderosa parten el mismo pastores y ancianos del influencia territorio, y pudo área de Miami de las aso- sobre la gente; verse claramente ciaciones Southeastern y el suyo es un como más allá Florida, y sus respectivas ministerio que de las diferentes esposas. no debe ser to- administracio- El pastor Alejandro mado en forma nes, tienen el Bullón tuvo a cargo los liviana, y por lo mismo objetivo, y temas centrales del evento. tanto más allá trabajan en mutua Subrayó la importancia de de una con- cooperación para la relación estrecha que ducta, se realzó lograrlo. debe existir entre el an- la importancia —MARIEL LOMBARDI ciano y el pastor. Destacó de una estrecha
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Bob Hill, Jan. 21 -23. University Florida Pathfinder events – March 12. Port Charlotte. Conference Education Fair Choir: American Spiritual ** * – Jan. 21 – 24, Bass Memorial Ensemble – Jan. 18. youth/ or call 407-644-5000 x127. March 13. North Port, Venice Nokomis, Sarasota, West Coast Academy. Chamber Music Recital: Mark Singles’ Ministries events Christian Academy in Bradenton, Conference Executive Reneau, Stephen Framil, Peter and mailing list information. Brandon, Tampa First. Committee – Feb. 1. Cooper – Jan. 19. Spiritual study groups, fellowship PreviewSouthern – Jan. 20, 21. dinners, outings, and more. http:// March 19. Maranatha in Miami Symphony Concerto Concert * Gardens, Fort Lauderdale, Kentucky- – Jan. 30. childrenandfamily/, djmiller4000@ Lauderhill, Pompano Beach, Tennnessee gmail.com, or 407-703-3050. West Palm Beach Spanish, Conference Association Board Jupiter-Tequesta. Florida Hospital DeLand Jan. 25. March 16. May10. Support Groups – Florida March 26. 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