CAMP MEETING 2017 June 22 - July 2 P June 22, 2017

romises CAMP MEETING 2017 June 22 - July 2 P June 22, 2017

To my Allegheny East Conference Family and Friends the World Over,

What a great joy it is to welcome you to our 50th Anniversary as a conference, birthed by the great Allegheny Conference in 1967, along with our twin sister, the Allegheny West Confer- ence. The growth and influence of this conference has been phenomenal. Fifty years ago, after overcoming the venerable "Three Sisters" of Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda, we stepped out on the promise made by God, that He would be with us and moved forward year after year, under the banner of the Holy Spirit and the successive administrative leadership of William A. Thompson, Edward Dorsey, Luther R. Palmer, Jr., Meade C. Van Putten, Sr., Alvin Kibble, and Charles L. Cheatham, to arrive at where we are today, 170 churches and companies and nearly 40,000 members. As you walk these hallowed grounds, remember the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob promised to give their inheritance a land wherein they could dwell, and, promised to bless them. Today, as you stroll these grounds and enjoy the aura of God's presence, you must realize that we, today, are standing on the same promises that God gave His children years ago. This is His land, given to us to use until He comes. Therefore, we have chosen as our theme, and may I say, our creed, for this encampment, "Standing on the Promises!" Were it not for God, where would we be, what would we have accomplished? We held on to the promises and we hold on to the promises, because soon and very soon, He, who made the promise to come again, will come and will not tarry. My prayer is that each of us will hold on to Him until that day. God bless you and keep you!

Yours, in His Service

Henry J. Fordham, III President

physical 767 Douglass Drive | Boyertown, Pennsylvania 19512 mailing Post Office Box 266 | Pine Forge, Pennsylvania 19548 telephone 610 326 4610 facsimile 610 326 3946 website visitaec.com Camp2 0 1 M 7 eeting TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome letter inside front cover

President’ of AEC 2 Congratulatory Letters 3-6

Camp Meeting Theme Song 7

CBL Resource Center Store / Convenience Store 8 HENRY J. FORDHAM, lll President Campus Map 9

Regulations & Services 10-11 Daily Adult Schedule 12-13 Teen Schedule 14-15 Youth Tent Schedule/Bible Bowl 16 DR. MARCELLUS T. ROBINSON Vice-president for Administration Children’s Camp 17

Office of Education 18

First Sabbath Events th Sabbath Speaker June 24 Biographical Sketch 19

Sabbath School 20 Divine Worship 21 LAWRANCE E. MARTIN Vice-president for Finance Prayer Garden Ministry 22

Ordination Program 23 Ordination Speaker 24 Biographical Sketches 25-28 Second Sabbath Events Sabbath Speaker July 1st Biographical Sketch 29 Sabbath School 30 Divine Worship 31 African Sabbath Events Sabbath Speaker June 24th Biographical Sketch 32 Divine Worship 33 Sabbath Speaker July 1st Biographical Sketch 34 African Service 35

Seminars & Events 36-40

Presidents of Allegheny East Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

Elder William A. Thompson 1967-1970 “The Joshua of His People”

Elder Edward Dorsey Elder Alvin Kibble 1970-1975 1988-2000 “The Samuel of His People” “The Jethro of His People”

Elder Luther R. Palmer, Jr. Elder Charles L. Cheatham 1975-1981 2000-2012 “The David of His People” “The Joseph of His People”

Elder Meade C. VanPutten Elder Henry J. Fordham, III 1981-1988 2012-present “The Nehemiah of His People” “The Gideon of His People”

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

It is my joy and privilege to greet you by way of this letter as you celebrate 50 years of God's faithful leading in your significant territory. We congratulate you for all you have accomplished by God's grace. The work that has been entrusted to you is of the utmost importance: "...to cooperate with God and Christ for the saving of souls, " (CS p. 85) show- ing the world the great interest God has for mankind. Continue with the beautiful mission- driven focus you have as you build on your relationship with Christ, study the precious Word of God, and contemplate His messages through the Spirit of Prophecy. We must never neglect the sacred duties of bringing to mind the Lord's leadings in the past and of sharing the Advent message in our homes, communities, towns, and territory. Confidence in God's past leadings will keep us in His will, taking us safely into the future.

All heaven rejoices with you for persevering on your journey to this point and for celebrating Christ's salvific love. "One soul saved from error, and brought under the banner of Christ, will cause joy in heaven ...A soul saved will, through his godly influence, bring other souls to a knowledge of salvation, and thus the work will multiply, and only the revealings of the day of judgment will make manifest the extent of the work." (CChp. 189)

Our generation has the great privilege of serving the Lord at this crucial time in earth's history. We are witnesses to the unfolding of the Great Controversy theme as it comes to a climax. God will continue to bless the many congregations represented in your conference as you continue to know God and His tremendous love more deeply. Let us humbly submit ourselves to Christ and prayerfully plead for the Holy Spirit's influence so that we may prepare a people for the Lord's soon return.

God will never leave us and will guide us unfailingly. His promise in Matthew 28:20 "...surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age" is sure and we can depend on Him.

During your 50th Anniversary celebrations, you will be looking back to acknowledge the marvelous way the Lord has led His Church, and you will also be looking forward to God's proclamations of hope and promise. God has blessed the success of your programs, and the world church is grateful for the members, churches, institutions, workers, and leaders of the Allegheny East Conference and all that each one of you has done to advance God's work. We praise God for what He is doing for you and through you!

May God continue to bless your powerful Conference as together we look forward to Christ's soon return.

President

WORLD HEADQUATERS

12501 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904-6600 USA

3 4 5

OAKWOOD UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT SDA Hymnal #518

May 30, 2017

Allegheny East Conference of Seventh-day Adventists 767 Douglass Drive Douglassville, PA 19518

To Elder Henry Fordham and the Allegheny East Conference Family:

On behalf of the Oakwood University Board of Trustees, faculty, and staff we rejoice with you in the cele- bration of fifty years of the Lord's goodness and blessing to you as a conference. Congratulations on reaching this exciting milestone! For 50 years the Allegheny East Conference has partnered with Oakwood University to create powerful witnesses to the ministry of the final movement of the gospel.

Oakwood University applauds the Allegheny East Conference for its many years of ministry, leadership, and fellowship. Your administrators, pastors, and members have been a shining example in the field of spiritual outreach in the community, Christian education, evangelism, healthcare, law, government service, and hun- dreds of other career pathways.

May God richly bless the Allegheny East Conference as you continue your legacy in service and ministry.

Sincerely,

Leslie N. Pollard, Ph.D., D.Min., MBA Oakwood University President

God First! 7000AD VENTIST BOULEVARD NW • HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA 35896 (256) 726-7334 • FAX (256) 726-8334 •[email protected] 6 Theme Song Standing on the Promises SDA Hymnal #518

1 Standing on the promises of Christ my King, Thru eternal ages let His praises ring; Glory in the highest I will shout and sing, Standing on the promises of God.

Refrain Standing, standing, Standing on the promises of God my Savior; Standing, standing, I’m standing on the promises of God.

2 Standing on the promises that cannot fail, When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living word of God I shall prevail, Standing on the promises of God.

3 Standing on the promises of Christ the Lord, Bound to Him eternally by love’s strong cord, Overcoming daily with the Spirit’s sword, Standing on the promises of God.

7 CAMP MEETING STORE Cummings Beasley LaGrone (CBL) Resource Center

STORE HOURS

Day/Date Morning Evening Thurs, June 22 12:00pm - 4:00pm - 10:30pm Fri, June 23 8:00am - Closing at 8:00pm Sat, June 24 closed 8:45pm - 10:30pm Sun, June 25 8:00am - 7:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm Mon, June 26 8:00am - 7:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm Tues, June 27 8:00am - 7:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm Wed, June 28 8:00am - 7:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm Thurs, June 29 8:00am - 7:00pm 9:00pm - 10:30pm Fri, June 30 8:00am - 7:00pm closed Sat, July 1 closed 8:45pm - 11:00pm Sun, July 2 8:00am - 2:00pm closed

8 Event Location Map CAMP MEETING STORE Campus Locations Cummings Beasley LaGrone (CBL) Resource Center

9 Regulations & Services Camp Meeting

The grounds of Allegheny East Conference and the campus of Pine Forge Academy are private grounds. As such, certain regulations regarding housing have been established which may reach beyond the requirements of federal law. These regulations will be enforced in order to maintain the level of safety necessary for the spiritual atmosphere intend- ed by the Allegheny East Conference . All persons intending to become residents of the camp facilities must abide by the regulations. There will be no exceptions! Housing emergencies will be handled at 610-718-1387.

 EMERGENCY Speed Limit First Aid The speed limit on the campgrounds is 5 miles per hour. Medical emergency care facilities are located behind the Luther Palmer, Jr. Pavilion in the “First Aid” log cabin. Nurses and staff UTILITIES are available. Look for “” symbol to find location on map. Trash Dial 610-718-1384. Please place your trash in plastic trash bags and leave outside your room, cabin or tent for collection. Everyone must Housing keep his or her tent or trailer area clean. Absolutely no waste All lodging assignments, including tents, tent spaces, RV’s, trail- should be dumped on the camp-ground. ers, dormitory rooms, or cabins, must be assigned by Guest

Services located in the Welcome Center. No individual is permitted to move into any room or onto any living space without FOOD SERVICE the proper consent of the Guest Services. All individuals less than Cafeteria 21 years of age must be registered under the direct guardianship Meals are provided at reasonable rates and served as scheduled of someone 21 years or older for the duration of the camp or for the below: specified housing tenure of the guardian. Guardians must be Breakfast 7:30am to 9:00am registered campers and will be held responsible for those individuals under their care. Parents leaving children less than 21 years of Dinner 12:00pm to 1:30pm age must fill out the required documents authorizing the guardi- Supper 5:00pm to 6:00pm an to assume responsibility for the child or children left in his/her

charge. Meal tickets may be purchased in the cafeteria Dial 610-718-1387. during the week for Sabbath meals. The Cafeteria

is located in Conference Center 1. See map for Security location (Building #12). Meals are provided at rea- Contact them as necessary at any hour day or night. In cases of a sonable rates. non-medical emergency call Security. Our officers are on duty 24

hours each day. They are here for your protection. All campers are Cooking expected to respect and cooperate with security patrol. Cooking is not permitted in any living space throughout the Campus. Dial 610-718-1385.

Snack Bar  AUTOMOTIVE Refreshments and meals may be purchased daily at the Snack Designated Parking Bar from 10:30am to 7:30pm and from 9:00 - 10:30pm. It will be All automobiles should be parked in designated parking areas closed during evenings meetings. The Snack Bar will also re- immediately after unloading. Designated parking areas will be main closed from one hour before sunset on Friday night until assigned upon registration. Please lock your vehicle. one hour after sunset on Saturday night. This is your responsibility and the Allegheny East Dial 610-718-1386. Conference Corporation is not liable for any lost or stolen items. WEATHER EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENTS Immediate releases are prepared and issued for severe weather Licensed Drivers conditions. The conference remains attuned to weather alert Motor vehicles and golf carts may only be driven by licensed driv- radios and/or local TV (ABC Action News 6, NBC News 10, WFMZ ers,18 years and older and are subject to all conditions of such li- 69 News, ACCU Weather Channel, and Weather Channel). Weath- cense. er announcements will be issued for the following conditions:

10 Weather Watch – issued to alert people that conditions exist Attire that might cause some type of severe weather. Used for planning No immodest dress will be permitted on the campgrounds either and preparedness, not to be confused with a weather warning. by campers or guests. Allegheny East Conference reserves the right to have removed from its campgrounds any person it deems Weather Warning – issued whenever severe weather is imminent immodest. or is occurring. Immediate steps should be taken to preserve the safety of all campers, guests, staff, and employees. Furnishings No furnishings are to be removed from another tent, cabin or Thunderstorm Preparedness dormitory room. Additional beds may be requested and purchased at Thunderstorms and their effects can be predicted with great accuracy. Guest Services. When a notification of severe thunderstorm warnings are received, tornado procedures will be followed. An announcement over the Pets public address system will indicate an immediate weather condition. No pets are permitted on the campgrounds.

Tornado Preparedness Selling A public address announcement of a tornado watch merely indicates No unauthorized selling is permitted on the campgrounds. Vend- tornadoes are expected to develop in the area. Campers, guests, staff, ers must first apply for a Campground Vendor Permit to and employees are required to move indoors. sell on campgrounds and must display or present such permit. The office of Vice-President for Finance is the sole issuer of If there is a tornado warning, campers, guests, staff, and employ- authorized vendor permits. ees are required to do the following move to your designated shelter area away from any window and remaining there until an Tobacco, Alcohol, Other Controlled Substances, and all clear announcement is made. Emergency Stations are labeled Firearms The use of tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and other within each designated camp ground zone with the symbol “[I]” on controlled substances are not permitted throughout the the Location Map. campgrounds or in your living quarters. All firearms are prohibited.

Δ OTHER Curfew Mail There is a 10:30pm curfew on weekdays and a midnight curfew Mail arrives at the Guest Services Welcome Center. on weekends. Curfew will be strictly enforced. All nonresident campers are required to leave the grounds at the designated time. Children Parents are requested to give close attention to where their children Wireless Internet Service are at all times. Children are not permitted on the campgrounds Wireless Internet Service is available. without a parent or guardian of a minimum 21 years of age.

Support Appointments may be made at the Prayer Garden.

CAMP MEETING DORMITORY REGULATIONS

We welcome you as a guest in the dormitory during Camp Meeting. For the benefit of our guests and the Academy, we ask that all previously stated Camp Meeting regulations be followed. In addition dormitory guests are required to comply with the following specified regulations:

 Only persons assigned to the rooms by Guest Services shall occupy the dormitory rooms.  All guests must cooperate with dormitory authorities and comply with their lawful request.  Children are restricted to play outdoors and are prohibited from playing in the dormitory rooms and hallways.  No nails, screws, fasteners or mounting implements are to be installed or affixed to the walls, doors or woodwork of dormitory rooms.  Dormitory guest must provide compensation for any damage inflicted to their assigned room or for any damage to school property for which they are deemed culpable.

11 Adult Event Schedule June 22 through July 2, 2017

Time June 22, 2017 June 23, 2017 June 24, 2017 June 25, 2017 June 26, 2017 THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 6:00 - 6:45AM Exercise Exercise Exercise Morning Boost Morning Boost Morning Boost

6:15 - 6:30AM Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony

6:45 - 8:00AM Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Carlos McConnico Alex Royes Melvyn Hayden, II Marleena DeBrough

8:00 - 9:30AM Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Women’s Prayer Breakfast

9:00 - 10:00AM Workers’ Meeting Workers’ Meeting SABBATH SCHOOL Keith Wilkerson 9:45 - 10:45AM SEMINARS See Listing

10:00 - 12:00AM Ministerial Spouses Association

10:30 - 11:00AM

11:00 - 12:00PM SEMINARS WORSHIP SERVICE See Listing Barry Black 12:00 - 1:30PM Lunch Lunch Lunch

1:30 - 2:30PM Registration SEMINARS See Listing Guest Services Community Kids 2:00 - 4:00PM Office Adventist Recovery Adventist Recovery Health Fair Service Projects Ministries 1-5pm Ministries 1-5pm

4:00 - 5:00PM SEMINARS See Listing

5:00 - 6:30PM SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER

7:00PM Camper Orientation Education Program Choir Concert Evening Service Evening Service Richard Martin 6:00 - 8:00 PM Gene Donaldson Clifton Davis

8:30PM Drum Corp Competition

10:30PM Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew

12 Adult Event Schedule June 22 through July 2, 2017

June 27, 2017 June 28, 2017 June 29, 2017 June 30, 2017 July 1, 2017 July 2, 2017 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Exercise Morning Boost Morning Boost Morning Boost Morning Boost Morning Boost

Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony Prayer & Testimony

Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Power Hour Pierre Quinn Robert Kennedy Ronald Williams Colby Matlock Marcellus Robinson Henry Fordham lll

Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Brunch

Workers’ Meeting Workers’ Meeting Workers’ Meeting Workers’ Meeting SABBATH SCHOOL Colin Brathwaite SEMINARS SEMINARS See Listing See Listing

Ministerial Spouses Ministerial Spouses Ministerial Spouses Check-out by Association Association Association 11:00AM

Parade of Nations 2nd SABBATH

SEMINARS SEMINARS SEMINARS See Listing See Listing See Listing WORSHIP SERVICE Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Wintley Phipps

SEMINARS SEMINARS See Listing See Listing 50 Plus Meeting Service Projects Service Projects Friends & Family Adventist Recovery Adventist Recovery Fun Day Ministries 1-5pm Ministries 1-5pm

SEMINARS SEMINARS See Listing See Listing

SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER Vespers Mark McCleary

Evening Service Evening Service Evening Service Ordination Service Concert William Taliaferro William Cox Emil Peeler Alvin Kibble Wintley Phipps 6:00 PM

Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew

13 Teen Tent Schedule June 22 through July 2, 2017 Ages 13 - 17

Time June 22, 2017 June 23, 2017 June 24, 2017 June 25, 2017 June 26, 2017 THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY

8:00 AM Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast

9:00 AM Sabbath Group Activities

School

10:00 AM Divine 10 -12 Seminars

Service Girls - V. Stoddart

John Hall Jr. Boys - J. Rolle

12:00 - 1:30PM Lunch Lunch Lunch

1:30 - 2:30PM SEMINARS

Adventist Recovery 2017 AEC Teen Ministries 1-5pm Olympics 3 - 5pm

5:30PM SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER

7:30PM Vespers Evening Service Evening Service Jonathan Rolle Jonathan Rolle Jonathan Rolle

10:30PM Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew

14 Teen Tent Schedule June 22 through July 2, 2017 Ages 13 - 17

June 27, 2017 June 28, 2017 June 29, 2017 June 30, 2017 July 1, 2017 July 2, 2017 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Brunch

Group Activities Group Activities Group Activities Group Activities Sabbath

School

10 -12 Seminars 10 -12 Seminars 10 -12 Seminars Divine

Friends & Family Teen Community Girls - V. Stoddart Service Girls - V. Stoddart Fun Day Service Day SEMINARS SEMINARS Friends & Family Teen Community Vincent Dehm See Listing See Listing Fun Day Service Day

Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

Friends & Family Teen Community SEMINARS SEMINARS Fun Day Service Day

2017 AEC Teen 2017 AEC Teen Friends & Family Teen Community Aquarium Olympics 3 - 5pm Olympics 3 - 5pm Fun Day Service Day Outing

SEMINARS SEMINARS Friends & Family Teen Community See Listing See Listing Fun Day Service Day

SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER SUPPER

Evening Service Evening Service AEC Teen Talent Jonathan Rolle John Hall, lII Show/Banquet

Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew Curfew

15 Youth Tent (18 & above) June 24 through July 2, 2017 Sabbath, June 24 , 11:00 a.m. Morning Service Speaker: Michael Polite, Associate Chaplain, Andrews University

Sabbath, June 24 Evening Service: 6:00 p.m. DMV Youth Choir w/Sherice Tomlin

Sabbath, July 2, 11:00 a.m. Morning Service Speaker: Dewaine Frazer, of the Dupont Park SDA Church

Sabbath, July 2 Evening Service: 6:00 p.m. Jermaine Dolly Concert

Weekday Morning Speakers Sunday, Keenan Tyler — Monday, Moses Eli —Tuesday, Novella Smith Wednesday, Richard Martin — Thursday, Carl Brewer — Friday, Donald McKinnie

Every Evening (except Friday) 7:00 p.m. Patrick Graham Promises in the Sanctuary

Bible Bowl Run-Offs Saturday, June 24 and Saturday, July 1 at 3:00 p.m. In the Pine Forge SDA Church

16 Children’s Camp (ages 2 - 12) June 24 through July 1, 2017

Saturday, June 24 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 25 2:00p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Open Registration

Monday, June 26 Registration 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Morning First Session 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Afternoon Session 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Evening Session ages 10 - 12, 7 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 Morning First Session 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Afternoon Second Session 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Evening Session ages 10 - 12, 7 - 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 28 Morning First Session 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Afternoon Session 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Evening Session ages 10 - 12, 7 - 8 p.m. Friday, June 30 Morning First Session 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Afternoon Session 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Evening Session ages 10 - 12, 7 - 8 p.m. Saturday, July 1 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Pavilion Presentation

17 Office of Education June 23, 2017 at 7:30 PM

Special Music Presentation The Holmes Sisters, The Iheme Sisters & Mr. Oakwood University

Camp Theme Song Praise Team

Opening Prayer Pastor Robert Smith First SDA Church, Teaneck, NJ

Welcome Terry Griffin, Gloria Perry & Cynthia Poole

“Standing on the Promises” Judy B. Chiles-Dent

Presentation Psalms 3, Atlanta, GA

Offering David Turner, Principal, Baltimore Junior Academy

Special Music Selection Lyndon Carriger Huntsville, AL

Introduction of Speaker Pastor Anthony Medley, Emmanuel Brinklow SDA Church, Ashton, MD

Presentation Psalms 3, Atlanta, GA

Speaker Pastor Richard Martin, New Life SDA Church, Hampton, VA

Appeal Song Lyndon Carriger, Huntsville, AL

Closing Remarks and Prayer Pastor Lisa Smith, Reid First SDA Church, Washington, DC

18 Biographical Sketch Sabbath Speaker, June 24th

Rear Admiral Barry C. Black, USN (Ret.) is the 62nd Chaplain of the United States Senate. He was elected to this position on June 27, 2003, becoming the first African American and the first Seventh-day Adventist to hold this office. The Senate elected its first chaplain in 1789.

He served for over 27 years as a chaplain in the United States Navy, rising to the rank of rear admiral and ending his career as the Chief of Chaplains of the United States Navy, the senior chaplain of the United States Navy Chaplain Corps. He officially retired from the Navy on August 15, 2003.

Commissioned as a Navy chaplain in 1976, Black’s first duty station was the Fleet Religious Support Activity in Norfolk, Virginia. Subsequent assignments included Naval Support Activity, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; U.S. Naval Academy, Annapo- lis, Maryland; First Marine Aircraft Wing, Okinawa, Japan; Naval Training Center, San Diego, California; USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3), Long Beach, California; Naval Chaplains School Advanced Course, Newport, Rhode Island; Marine Aircraft Group Thirty-One, Beaufort, South Carolina; assistant staff chaplain, Chief of Naval Education and Training, Pensacola, Florida; and fleet chaplain, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, Norfolk, Virginia.

Black has an extensive educational background. He is an alumnus of Oakwood University, Andrews University, North Carolina Central University, Eastern Baptist Seminary, now known as Palmer Theological Seminary, Salve Regina Uni- versity and the United States International University, now known as Alliant International University.

In addition to earning three separate Master of Arts degrees in: divinity, counseling, and management; he also holds two earned doctorates: a Doctorate of Ministry and a Ph.D. in psychology.

His autobiography, entitled "From the Hood to the Hill," was published in 2006. Black is a native of Baltimore, Maryland. His mother was a domestic and his father was a long distance truck driver and something of a “nomad." He is one of eight children.

He is married to Brenda Black, née Pearsall, of St. Petersburg, Florida. They have three sons: Barry II, Brendan, and Bradford.

19 Sabbath School June 24, 2017, 9:15 AM

Praise Team Song Service Praise Team Opening Prayer Gwendolyn Norwood AEC Administrative Assistant Remarks and Welcome Colin W. Brathwaite, Jr. AEC Ministries Development Coordinator Musical Presentation Marquita Richardson Dupont Park, Washington, DC Offering Parris Mitchell First Elder, United in Christ Musical Presentation Brenda Mapp Sharon Temple, Wilmington, DE Church at Study Keith Wilkerson Sharon Temple, Wilmington, DE Relationship Ministries Spotlight Sheryl G. Reeves Relationship Project Facilitator Pathfinder Investiture Spotlight Patrick Graham Director of Youth Ministries Closing Prayer Edward G. Bryant Head Elder / Men’s Ministries Leader, Pine Forge Church, PA

Lesson 13

Major Themes in 1 and 2 Peter Sabbath Afternoon

Read for This Week’s Study: Isa. 53:5, 6, 9; Lev. 16:16-19; Lev. 11:44; Rom. 13:1-7; 1 Cor. 14:40; 2 Tim. 3:16. Memory Text: “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, (1 Peter 3:18).

First and Second Peter were written for practical purposes. In 1 Peter, the big issue Peter confronted was the persecution that Christians were facing. In 2 Peter, the great issue was false teachers. Peter wrote forcefully and authorita- tively as he sought to encourage his readers as well as warn them in regard to the challenges before them. What is significant is that Peter responds to both issues in theological terms. The sufferings caused by persecution led Peter to meditate on the sufferings and death of Jesus, which had resulted in our salvation. The false teachers are going to face the judgment. This judgment will take place after Jesus returns to this earth with the saved after the thousand years in heaven have ended. These are some of the themes that Peter deals with in his two letters. This final week’s lesson will look in more detail at five of the themes Peter wrote about: the suffering of Jesus that led to our salvation; our practical response to the knowledge that God will judge our actions at the last judgment; the hope we have in the soon return of Jesus; order in society and in the church; and the role Scripture has in providing guidance in our lives. Study this week’s lesson to prepare for Sabbath, June 24.

20 Divine Worship June 24, 2017, 11:00 AM THE PEPARATION Spotlight Church & Pastor Recognition Announcements Pastor Errol T. Stoddart SDA Church of the Oranges - Orange, NJ Prelude/Music in Preparation Musicians Praise & Worship AEC Praise Team/Congregation THE MEDITATION: AEC Praise Team/Congregation “Come Let Us Worship the Lord”

Call to Worship: “Holy, Holy, Holy” Elder Henry J. Fordham, III President, Allegheny East Conference *Invocation Elder William Hall Delaware Valley Area Leader/Willow Grove SDA Church THE SALUTATION *Music in Fellowship Musicians Greetings & Remarks Elder & Mrs. Henry J. Fordham, III Recognition of Guests and Churches Elder Stephen A. L. Richardson Ministerial Director, Allegheny East Conference THE ADORATION Hymn of Praise (SDA Church Hymnal #213): “Jesus Is Coming Again” Congregation Intercessory Prayer Elder Gene Donaldson VA Area Leader/Ephesus Church, Richmond, VA *Music Response AEC Praise Team/Congregation Ministry of Gratitude : Instrumental Ensemble Elder Lawrance E. Martin arr. by Evelyn Simpson–Curenton Vice President for Finance, Allegheny East Conference *Music in Worship Guest Choir THE PROCLAMATION Scripture Lesson Elder Maurice Taylor Baltimore Extended Area Leader/Berea Temple SDA Church - Baltimore, MD Introduction of Speaker Elder Marcellus Robinson Vice President for Administration, Allegheny East Conference Sermonic Meditation: “I Told Jesus It Would Be Alright” Monique Griffiths arr. by Shelton Kilby, III Sermon Chaplain Barry Black United States Senate Invitation Musical Appeal: “Surely He Hath Born Our Griefs” The Three Tenors Auldwin Johnson, Pastor Ramone Griffiths, Sean Tillery THE DEDICATION

Hymn of Consolation ( SDA Church Hymnal # 633): “When We All Get to Heaven” Congregation

Benediction Oral John Executive Committee Member, Allegheny East Conference Postlude Evelyn Simpson-Curenton Organist

21 Prayer Garden Ministry

God’s Rainbow of Prayer Promises

“ The Lord is not slack concerning His Promises, as some men count slackness’ (2 Peter 3;9)

Sunday, June 25, 2017 (7 a.m. - 9 a.m.) (7 a.m. - 9 a.m.) Prayer Walking, Pottstown, PA (Praying On- Site with Insight) Taking our prayers beyond the walls of our Churches and into our Communities.

Sunday, June 25, 2017 ( 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.) ( 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.) Community Fair Prayer Tent and Literature - 138 East High Street, Pottstown, PA WEEKLY PRAYER TOPICS AND SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, June 26 to June 30, 2017

7:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m. Prayer walking on the camp grounds, To walk and stand on His Promise’s by faith. Chaplain Saundra Austin

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. God Promises to Our Families (How to Prepare a Family Altar”) / Prayer visit

Pastor and Mrs. Melvyn Hayden, II 12:30 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. Silent Prayer Time - Reading of Ellen G. White

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. God Promises of Healing Pastor George Williams

3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. The Savior Will Return as Promised

Pastor Orlando Moncrieffe

PRAYER COUNSELING (call to Schedule 30 - minute session only) Pastor Lisa Smith Reid: 443.822.1467- Hours 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Pastor Lee Kimani: 707.318.1111 - Hours 2 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Leave your name, preferred time and cell number. You can use the sign-up book in the Prayer Garden for appointments.

SPECIAL PRAYER SERVICE: Anointing, Healing and Burning Altar of Prayer: When: Friday, June 30th I 6:15 p.m. Where: Outside the Prayer Garden Notes: Bring your prayer of consecration cards

For info call: Chaplain Saundra Austin, AEC Payer Coordinator at 301.793.1554

22 Ordination Service Friday, June 30, 2017 Processional Ministers & Ordinands Congregational Hymn “Lift Him Up” Elder Errol T. Stoddart SDA Church of the Oranges, Orange, NJ

Lift Him up by living as a Christian ought, How to reach the masses, men of ev’ry birth? Let the world in you the Saviour see, For an answer Jesus gave the key, Then men will gladly follow Him who once taught, “And I, if I be lifted up from the earth “I’ll draw all men unto Me.” Will draw all men unto Me.” Refrain: O the world is hungry for the Living Bread Lift Him up, Lift Him up, Lift the Saviour up for them to see, Still He speaks from eternity, Trust Him, and do not doubt the words that He said, “And I, if I be lifted up from the earth “I’ll draw all men unto Me.” Will draw all men unto Me.”

Invocation Elder Gene M.Donaldson Virginia Area Leader/Ephesus Church, Richmond, VA Scripture Lesson (French-Korean-English) Elder Yveniel St. Luc Lamentation 1:12 Haitian Ministerium Leader/Horeb Haitian SDA Church, Adelphi, MD Bethany Haitian SDA Church, Columbia, MD Elder Won Hoi Koo Korean Ministerium Leader/Nothern Virginia SDA Church Elder William Hall Delaware Valley Area Leader/Willow Grove SDA Church, Willow Grove PA Introduction of Speaker Elder Henry J. Fordham, III President, Allegheny East Conference Musical Selection Sermon “An Imperative Question” Elder Alvin M. Kibble Vice-President, North American Division of SDA Musical Praise AEC Shepherdess Chorus Presentation of Candidates Elder Stephen A. L. Richardson Ministerial Director, Allegheny East Conference Ordination Prayer Elder Norman K. Miles Northern Jersey Area Leader/Trinity Temple SDA Church, Newark, NJ Ordination Charge Elder Marcus E. Harris Washington Metro Area Leader/Dupont Park SDA Church, Wash., DC Ministerial Pledge Ordinands Welcome to Ordained Ministry Elder Maurice N. Taylor Baltimore Extended Area Leader/Berea Temple SDA Church, Balt., MD Welcome to Shepherdess Mrs. Dena Y. Reeves President, AEC Ministerial Spouses Association Presentation of Certificates and Credentials Elder Henry J. Fordham, III Elder Marcellus T. Robinson Vice President for Admin., Allegheny East Conference Musical Thanksgiving Benediction Elder Colby A. Matlock, Sr. Bay Area Leader/Mt. Olivet SDA Church, Camden, NJ 23 Biographical Sketch ORDINATION SPEAKER, June 30th

Elder Alvin Maurice Kibble is a native of Chicago, Illinois, and a third generation Seventh-day Adventist minister.

Celebrating his 47 years in ministry, he currently serves as a Vice Presi- dent of the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventist Churches.

Elder Kibble is a past president of the Allegheny East Conference of Sev- enth-day Adventist Churches and the NAD Regional Presidents Council.

His ministry oversight at the North American Division includes the following responsibilities:  Vice President for Executive Training, Coaching, and Development  Vice President for Public Affairs and Religious Liberty  Vice President for Big Data Analytics and Social Media  Vice President for Publishing Ministries  Represents NAD Administration at Union Conference Committees & Local Conference Constituency Sessions  Represents the interests of the Regional Conferences and Regional Ministries within the NAD  Chair of the Breath of Life Television Ministry Executive Committee  Chair of the Adventist Information Ministries (AIM) Board  Chair of the Regional Scholarship Committee  Serves as Vice Chair of the Regional Presidents Council  Serves as member of the Oakwood University Board of Trustees  Serves as member of the Pacific Press Publishing Association Board  Serves on NADCOM, NADOUP, NADCOA, and other committees/councils as may be assigned by the NAD President or NADCOM

Elder Kibble was awarded the 1981 Newark, New Jersey Human Brotherhood Award, the 1998 Atlantic Union College Alumnus of the Year Award, and in 1999 he was inducted into the prestigious Morehouse College Mar- tin Luther King Jr. Collegium of Preachers, Ministers, and Scholars.

He has conducted evangelistic campaigns and revivals throughout the United States, and in Bermuda, England, Jamaica, and Africa.

Elder Kibble is married to the former Jewel Peck of Cleveland, Ohio. Raised in Mount Vernon, New York and a graduate of Hampton University, Mrs. Kibble is a registered nurse and a musician.

Elder and Mrs. Kibble have two adult sons, one daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren.

His personal mission statement is "Cooperating with God in the work of salvation. To live a full, rich, well- balanced, Christ-centered life of disinterested benevolence with eternity in view."

24 Biographical Sketch ORDINAND

DWAIN NEILSON ESMOND Dwain Neilson Esmond is an author, editor, and speaker. A graduate of Oakwood and Pittsburg State Universities, Elder Esmond felt called to the work of publishing ministry and through the years he has dedicated his life to God through the preparation and publication of Christ-centered literature.

After completing his baccalaureate studies, Elder Esmond accepted that summer internship with Message Magazine and joined the Review and Her- ald Publishing Association. Following his internship, Elder Esmond left for Pittsburg State University to pursue graduate studies in English and was soon after joined by Kemba Malené Bell, a lovely young woman with whom he had fallen in love during his freshman year at Oakwood. Dwain graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Eng- lish literature while Kemba completed her M.B.A. and received her C.P.A.

After graduation, Elder Esmond returned to the Review and Herald, but this time he was joined by his bride of two weeks who was hired by the Finance Division. Dwain worked for several Review and Herald publications, serving for more than ten years as Editor of Insight magazine, the first African-American to hold this post for the Church’s youth journal in North America. Elder Esmond was later promoted to Vice-President of Editorial, overseeing the development of all content for the publishing house.

In 2014, Dwain Esmond completed more than 20 years of service to God’s church in the field of publishing ministry. During this time he written and published feature articles in such journals as Adventist Review, Ministry Maga- zine, Cornerstone Connections, Collegiate Quarterly, Adult Bible Study Guide, Vibrant Life, Guide, and many oth- ers. He has also traveled the world leading many to Christ through his powerful preaching and writing, and contin- ues to do so today. Elder Esmond has “pastored through the pen,” having published more than 400 feature articles, editorials, and Sabbath School-related lessons during his 23-year tenure in ministry.

The summer of 2015 brought a new place of ministry. Elder Esmond accepted a call to become an associate director of the Ellen G. White Estate at the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Since joining the Estate, El- der Esmond has led a landmark strategic planning initiative to help position the organization for the significant challenges it faces in the 21st Century, among other responsibilities as Editor for White Estate. Elder Esmond also serves as Relational Ministries Pastor for the Emmanuel Brinklow S.D.A. Church in Ashton, MD, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Anthony Medley.

Elder Dwain Esmond is the author of three best-selling young adult devotionals: Beyond the In-a-Pinch God, Can You Hear Me Now?, and 24/7/365: One Year in the Word, the Church’s teen devotional for 2009. He is also general editor of As I Follow Christ, a compendium on Christian leadership, and co-editor of The Gift of Prophecy in Scripture and History, published by Review and Herald Publishing Association in 2015.

As mentioned earlier, Dwain met the love of his life during their freshman year at Oakwood College. This year they will celebrate 22 years of marriage through the grace of God. The Esmond family believes that it is “God who works in you [us] to will and to do of His good pleasure” (Phil. 2:13). They give Him all the praise, for this ordination is a testament to His unfailing grace in their lives.

25 Biographical Sketch ORDINAND

PASTOR BONG HUN (CHARLES) HONG

Pastor Bong Hun “Charles” Hong was born in Seoul, Korea and was raised in an Adventist Christian home. He was particularly influ- enced by his godly mother. Before Charles was born, his mother dedicated her son to God for ministry much like the biblical Hanna. Hence, the etymological meaning of his Korean name, Bong-Hun ("Dedicated to God").

Charles was trained and educated in Korea by Adventist teachers through his college years. He served as a Bible Worker for about a year in Guam and Saipan while attending college and also partici- pated in a mission trip to China.

While Charles was in Guam, his supervisor Pastor John Kyron encouraged him to apply to the Adventist seminary at Andrews University. Charles arrived in the United States in 2006 to become better equipped as a pastor while pursuing higher education.

In 2010, Charles completed requirements for a Master of Divinity degree from Andrews University. He then trained as a chaplain intern/resident at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. In his chaplaincy training, Charles learned effective ministry of healing through the ministry of presence: how to listen from the heart. He completed four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) and earned board certification as a chaplain and pastoral counselor via the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy Organization. While serving as a chaplain, Charles was actively involved in youth ministry at the Dayton Korean Adventist Church.

Pastor Hong officially began his ministry in October 2012 assigned as assistant pastor of the Virginia Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church in Manassas, Virginia. The current Senior Pastor is Giwoong Kim. Pastor Hong serves as youth pastor to the English speaking youth while simultaneously serving the Korean speaking adults as an assistant pastor. Through Pastor Hong’s efforts, 30-40 members participate in Small Group Ministry and serve as great assets for the church.

Pastor Hong’s long-range life goals include his becoming equipped as a missionary-pastor to serve wherever God leads him. He is joined in marriage and ministry with his lovely wife Jee Sook.

26 Biographical Sketch ORDINAND

PASTOR PIERRE QUINN Pierre Quinn currently serves as the senior pastor of the Breath of Life Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fort Wash- ington, Maryland.

A product of Christian education, Pastor Quinn completed high school at Great Lakes Adventist Academy in Michigan. After high school Pastor Quinn attended Andrews University where he received undergraduate and graduate degrees in communication with an emphasis in Public Relations and Higher Education Administration.

After spending time as a communication lecturer and development officer at Andrews University, Pastor Quinn served at the General Conference Headquarters as a development and communications officer for ADRA International. He later returned to Andrews University to complete his Master of Divinity degree. During his MDIV program Pastor Quinn served as student chaplain for outreach at Andrews and youth pastor at the Highland Avenue SDA Church in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He also returned to the classroom as an adjunct faculty member at both Andrews University and Indiana University South Bend.

Upon graduation from the seminary Pastor Quinn was issued a call by the South Central Conference and faithfully served congregations in Bowling Green, Hopkinsville, Owensboro, and Paducah, Kentucky. In 2015, he was honored as a Martin Luther King Jr Community Leader in the city of Bowling Green, Kentucky where he also served as the chaplain for the Western Kentucky University (WKU) Gospel Choir, The Amazing Tones of Joy. In addition, Pastor Quinn taught courses in business communication at WKU.

Pastor Quinn married his college sweetheart the former Coleen Alexander and they have two daughters, Bri- ana & Ella. Pastor Quinn is the author of two books Leading While Green: How Emerging Leaders Can Ripen Into Effective Leaders and Re:Vision, Embracing What’s Next.

Presently, he is pursuing a doctoral degree in organizational leadership from Regent University.

Pastor Quinn seeks to live life by rising to the challenge described by Jesus in Luke 12:48 "To whom much is given, much is required".

27 Biographical Sketch ORDINAND

PASTOR WILFRID LOUIS JEAN Wilfrid Louis Jean was born on May 7, 1966 on the lovely island of Haiti to Anatalie Joseph and Philippe Louis Jean. He has four brothers and one sister. Married to the beautiful Rosalie Buteau, they are blessed with four children - Maelle, Darren, Abigaelle, and Elijah.

Pastor Wilfrid accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith at a very young age. As a result, he is a product of Ad- ventist education. He completed his Bachelor of Educa- tion degree at the Seventh-day Adventist University of Haiti with a major in mathematics and a minor in physics. Subsequently, he was hired as a high school instructor to teach math and physics. He soon gained a repu- tation as one of the best high school math and physics teachers at the SDA College.

In 1993, Pastor Wilfrid co-founded the Adventist School of Morija, a church school affiliated with his home church. In January 2003, he went to Andrews University to earn a master’s degree in secondary education. While attending Andrews, he felt called by the Lord to become an evangelist. As a result, he enrolled in the Master of Divinity program at the Seminary and graduated in August 2006. He gained experience as an assistant pastor at the Maranahim SDA French Church in Detroit and the Shekinah SDA French Church in Chi- cago.

The Allegheny East Conference called Wilfrid in June of 2010 to pastor the district of Bethlehem and Sheki- nah French SDA Churches in Reading and Allentown, Pennsylvania. He was reassigned in July 2015 to the Capernaum, Bethel and Bethany French Church District in New Jersey.

Pastor Wilfrid is a certified Natural Church Development coach and has great interest in evangelism. He graduated in June 2015 as a chaplain at the Reading Health Sciences School in Reading PA. He is a sea- soned leader with extensive experience in church leadership and a variety of church ministries. His goal is to fulfill Christ’s commission by effectively equipping the laity in order to reach and disciple the hurting and lost.

28 Biographical Sketch Sabbath Speaker July 1st

Wintley Augustus Phipps was born in Trinidad, West Indies and raised in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He attended Kingsway Col- lege, a Christian Academy; Oakwood University in Huntsville, Ala- bama where he received a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Theology; and earned a Masters of Divinity Degree from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. He also holds an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Waynesburg University and Mid- America Nazarene University; an honorary degree of Doctor of Edu- cation from Wheelock College; and an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Oakwood University. Mr. Phipps is married to the lovely Linda Diane Galloway Phipps (an RN) and they have been blessed with three fine sons: Wintley Augustus, II, Winston Adriel, and Wade Alexander.

Wintley Phipps is a pastor, world-renowned vocal artist, motiva- tional speaker, and education activist. He is the founder, president and chief executive officer of the U.S. Dream Academy, Inc., a national after-school program that aims to break the cycle of inter- generational incarceration by giving children the skills and vision necessary to lead productive and fulfilling lives. The Dream Academy program offers skill-building, character-building and dream- building activities in a safe after-school environment utilizing both one-to-one mentoring as well as state of the art technology to deliver on-line academic enrichment to children of incarcerated parents and those falling behind in school.

Wintley Phipps served as senior pastor to several churches in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. He currently serves as the senior pastor of the Palm Bay Seventh-day Adventist Church in Florida. Mr. Phipps has performed on Saturday Night Live as well as Sunday Live and has been the special guest on the Emmy award-winning series Super Soul Sunday on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Mr. Phipps was nominated for Grammy Awards in 1988 and 1989. He is the author of The Power of A Dream (1996), My Greatest Romance (Love Notes to God) Volume I (2011), Your Best Destiny (2015), and founder of Songs of Freedom Publishing Company and Coral Records Recording Com- pany. Phipps has attracted an entire new generation of fans as his performance of Amazing Grace has received over 16 million viewers making him one of the most watched Gospel Music artists on YouTube.

29 Sabbath School July 1, 2017, 9:15 AM

Praise Team Song Service Praise Team Opening Prayer Helen Peace Elder of Shiloh Church, Petersburg, PA Remarks and Welcome Sheryl G. Reeves AEC Administrative Assistant Offering Robert Moses AEC Associate Publishing Director Musical Selection Vanessa Wise Calvary Newport News, VA Church at Study Colin W. Brathwaite, Jr. AEC Ministries Development Director Children Spotlight AEC Youth Department Closing Prayer Sheryl G. Reeves AEC Administrative Assistant

Lesson 1

Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Sabbath Afternoon

Read for This Week’s Study: Acts 6:9–15, 9:1–9, 1 Sam. 16:7, Matt. 7:1, Acts 11:19–21, 15:1–5.

Memory Text: “When they heard these things they became silent; and they glorified God, saying, ‘Then God has also granted to the Gentiles repentance to life’” (Acts 11:18, NKJV).

I t’s not that hard to understand Saul of Tarsus (also known as the apostle Paul after his conversion) and why he did what he did. As a devout Jew who was taught all his life about the importance of the law and about the soon-coming political redemption of Israel, the idea of the long-awaited Messiah being ignominiously executed like the worst of criminals was just too much for him to tolerate. No wonder, then, he was convinced that the followers of Jesus were being disloyal to the torah and, thus, hindering God’s plan for Israel. Their claims that the crucified Jesus was the Messiah and that He had risen from the dead were, he believed, rank apostasy. There could be no tolerance for such nonsense or for anyone who refused to give up those notions. Saul was determined to be God’s agent in ridding Isra- el of these beliefs. Hence, he first appears in the pages of Scripture as a violent persecutor of his fellow Jews, those who believed that Jesus was the Messiah. God, however, had far different plans for Saul, plans that he never could have anticipated for himself: not only was this Jew going to preach Jesus as the Messiah, he was going to do it among the Gentiles! * Study this week’s lesson to prepare for Sabbath, July 1.

30 Divine Worship July 1, 2017, 11:00 AM THE PREPARATION Spotlight Church & Pastor Recognition Announcements Pastor Errol T. Stoddart SDA Church of the Oranges - Orange, NJ Prelude/Music in Preparation Musicians Introit Praise & Worship: Theme Song AEC Praise Team/Congregation THE MEDITATION: “Come Let Us Worship the Lord” AEC Praise Team/Congregation Call to Worship: “Holy, Holy, Holy” Elder Henry J. Fordham, III President, Allegheny East Conference *Invocation Elder Norman Miles North Jersey Area Leader and Pastor, Trinity Temple SDA Church, Newark, NJ THE SALUTATION *Music in Fellowship Musicians Greetings & Remarks Elder and Mrs. Marcellus Robinson Vice President for Administration, Allegheny East Conference Recognition of Guests and Churches Elder Stephen A. L. Richardson Ministerial Director, Allegheny East Conference THE ADORATION Hymn of Praise (SDA Church Hymnal # 214): “We Have This Hope” Congregation Intercessory Prayer Elder Marcus Harris Greater Washington Area Leader/Pastor Dupont Park SDA Church, Wash., DC *Music Response AEC Praise Team/Congregation Ministry of Gratitude: Instrumental Ensemble Elder Lawrance E. Martin Vice President for Finance, Allegheny East Conference *Music in Worship Tré Vocé - Anika Anderson, Kali Blue & Brandie Sutton THE PROCLAMATION Scripture Lesson Elder Colby Matlock Bay Area Leader Pastor, Mt. Olivet SDA Church, Camden, NJ Introduction of Speaker Elder Henry J. Fordham, III Sermonic Meditation Tré Vocé Sermon Elder Wintley Phipps US Dream Academy Founder - Senior Pastor Palm Bay SDA Church, Palm Bay, Fl.. Invitation Musical Appeal AEC Praise Team THE DEDICATION

Hymn of Consolation ( SDA Church Hymnal # 518):“Standing on the Promises” Congregation

Benediction Mark Brown Executive Committee Member, Allegheny East Conference Postlude Patrick Alston Organist

31 Biographical Sketch Sabbath Speaker June 24th African Tent

Pastor Pako Mokgwane is the first-born child of Thulaganyo and Masego Mokgwane and has two siblings, Boikgapo and Ogaufi. His wife, Ayakha Pako is a pastor's kid. He is inspired by the lyrics of the hymn "We Speak of the Realms." It awakens the reality of the Maranatha motif—Jesus is coming again!

Pako draws strength from 1 Timothy 4:12, "Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity." Pako is passionate about Youth Evangelism through the various forms of media. Media and physical opportunities prompt each young person do their part to expedite the coming of the Lord, contributing to Total YOUTH Involvement (TYI). He is very sociable and outgoing.

Pako is a product of Adventist Education, from Primary School to Graduate School. He completed both of his Bachelor's Degrees (Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, USA) and his Master's De- gree (Adventist University of Africa, Kenya) in Theology. He most recently served as the Youth, Stew- ardship, and Communications Director for the Botswana Union Conference after first serving in both North Botswana and South Botswana Conferences as a frontline pastor. Currently Pastor Mokgwane serves as the Associate Youth Director at the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in Silver Springs, Maryland.

32 African Service June 24, 2017, 11:00 AM THE PREPARATION Spotlight Church & Pastor Recognition Announcements Pastor Lee Kimani Angaza Sharon SDA Church, Newark, DE Prelude/Music in Preparation Tri State Praise Team THE MEDITATION Call to Worship Paul Nketia Philadelphia Ghana SDA Church, Philadelphia, PA *Invocation Opuku Donkor New Life Ghana SDA Church,Perth Amboy, NJ THE SALUTATION *Music in Fellowship New Maranatha Karibu SDA Choir Jersey City, NJ Greetings & Remarks Pastor Amofah Asamoah Recognition of Guests and Churches Ebenezer Ghana SDA Church, Newark, NJ

THE ADORATION Music In Fellowship Living Springs Church Choir Glen Burnie, MD Intercessory Prayer Sospeter Makworo Angaza Sharon SDA Church, Newark, NJ *Choral Response Ministry of Gratitude Edwin Otondo, New Maranatha Karibu SDA Choir Jersey City, NJ Offertory *Music in Worship Ebenezer Ghana SDA Church Choir Newark, NJ THE PROCLAMATION Scripture Lesson Chisa Egbelu Living Faith SDA Church, West Orange, NJ Introduction of Speaker Michael Atolabe Maranatha Adventist Fellowship, Bowie, MD Sermonic Meditation His Majesty Choir Angaza Sharon SDA Church, Newark, NJ Sermon Pastor Pako Mokgwane Associate Director Youth Department, General Conference THE DEDICATION

Song of Reflection East Africa Mass Choir

Benediction Marion Nyakundi Mt. Pocono Temple of SDA, Mt. Pocono, PA Postlude

33 Biographical Sketch Sabbath Speaker July 1st African Tent

Baraka Muanda holds a doctorate in education, an M.A. in reli- gion, a B.A. in theology, and has extensive professional experience. His work in administration began immediately after gradu- ating from college. A graduate of Solusi College and Andrews University, Muganda knows the importance of a well-grounded, Christian education. For this reason, he knew Washington Ad- ventist University would be a good fit for him.

Over the years he has proven that his heart and passion is in serving the youth. Prior to joining the Washington Adventist Uni- versity community, Muganda served as the World Youth Director of the Seventh-day Adventist church from June 1995 to June 2010. His role offered him a wealth of multicultural and multinational experience.

In addition to his many responsibilities, he also lectures on youth ministry leadership at the Ad- ventist University of Africa and is an advisor in the doctoral program at the Andrews Seminary in Michigan. He also served as the president of the Tanzania Adventist College in 1984. Over the years he has held several positions in the Seventh-day Adventist organization.

Muganda enjoys spending time with his wife, Anne, their three daughters, Anita, Tanya, and Di- ana, his son-in-law Lassana Perry, and his three granddaughters Diana Anne, Angelina and Baraka.

A life-long learner and a lover of higher education, Muganda is happy to be investing time at Washington Adventist University, where he can continue impacting the lives of young adults. To summarize his excitement for the youth of this church in one sentence, Muganda says, “I love the youth of this church and have a burden to see all of them saved in God’s Kingdom.”

34 African Service July 1, 2017, 11:00 AM

THE PREPARATION Spotlight Church & Pastor Recognition Announcements Pastor Lee Kimani Angaza Sharon SDA Church, Newark, DE Prelude Music in Preparation Tri State Praise Team THE MEDITATION Call to Worship Peter Aganyo New Maranatha Karibu SDA Church, Jersey City, NJ *Invocation Emanuel Boateng Ebenezer Ghana SDA Church, Newark, NJ THE SALUTATION *Music in Fellowship New Maranatha Karibu SDA Choir Jersey City, NJ Philadelphia Ghana SDA Choir Philadelphia, PA Greetings & Remarks Pastor Amofah Asamoah Ebenezer Ghana SDA Church, Newark, NJ Recognition of Guests and Churches THE ADORATION Music in Fellowship Living Faith SDA Church Choir West Orange,NJ Maranatha Adventist Fellowship Bowie, MD Intercessory Prayer Hellen Ongosi Angaza Sharon SDA Church, Newark, DE *Choral Response Congregation Ministry of Gratitude William Charles Living Faith SDA Church, West Orange, NJ Offertory *Music in Worship Ebenezer Ghana Choir, Muungana Church Choir & Living Springs Choir THE PROCLAMATION Scripture Lesson Ellen Gambrah Philadelphia Ghana SDA Church, Philadelphia, PA Introduction of Speaker Pastor Amofah Asamoah Sermonic Meditation: His Majesty Choir Sermon Dr. Baraka Muganda VP Ministry, Washington Adventist University, MD THE DEDICATION Song of Reflection East Africa Mass Choir

Benediction Malack Amenya Mt. Pocono Temple of SDA, Mt. Pocono, PA 35 Seminars & Events Check website for more details - visitaec.org/seminars

MINISTERS SPOUSES SEMINAR When: Monday - Friday , June 26 - 30th 10:00 - 12:00 PM

Where: AEC Conference Office Lunchroom

Join other ministers spouses for fun, fellowship, and enrichment

50+ BANQUET When: Wednesday, June 28th | 2:00 - 4:00 PM

Where: 4H Center, 1238 County Welfare Rd. #110, Leesport, PA 19533

Tickets are necessary. Deadline is June 15th. Please contact Gwen Norwood at [email protected] or 610.326.4610, ext. 314.

GOLF OUTING When: Thursday, June 29th: 9:00 AM

Where: 1539 Weavertown Road Douglassville, PA 19518

Fore!! Enjoy some time on the green! Transportation is not provided. Please sign up.

36 Seminars & Events Check website for more details - visitaec.org/seminars

BLOOD DRIVE When: Thursday, June 29th at 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Where: Parking lot of Pine Forge Academy Church

“Give Blood and help Pine Forge Academy students earn money towards tuition. We just need 34 successful participants to receive the scholarship funds. Save a life and invest in Adventist Christian Education.”

FRIENDS AND FAMILY FUN DAY When: Thursday, June 30 | 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Where: Outside PFA Gymnasium

Join us for some fun with your family. A little something for everyone is in store. Come ready to enjoy yourself

GOLF OUTING SHOPPING TRIP When: Thursday, June 29th: 9:00 AM When: Thursday, June 29 | 1-4 PM

Where: 1539 Weavertown Road Where: Philadelphia Premium Outlets, Douglassville, PA 19518 18 West Lightcap Road, Pottstown, PA 19464 Fore!! Enjoy some time on the green! Meet us in the parking lot of the pavilion to join us Transportation is not provided. Please sign up. for a trip to a 553,000-square-foot open-air outlet mall.

37 Seminars & Events Check website for more details - visitaec.org/seminars

PARADE OF NATIONS When: Saturday, July 1st | 10:45 AM

Where: Pavilion

We want every nation, language and culture represented. We need you bring your national flag and wear national costumes or dress.

CONCERT When: Saturday, July 1st | 6:00 PM

Where: Pavilion

JEWISH ADV. SERVICE/SEMINAR When: Friday, June 23rd | 6:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday, June 24th | 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM Where: Prayer Garden

Mon - Wed, June 26-28 I 1:30 - 2:30PM AEC Conference Office Great Room

38 Seminars & Events Check website for more details - visitaec.org/seminars

WOMEN'S MINISTIES SEMINARS

PRAYER BREAKFAST

Debra Anderson When: Sunday, June 25, 8:00 AM

Where: Jessie R. Wagner Elementary School

SEMINAR

Nadine Collins "Where are the Women Leaders?"

When: Monday, June 26, 9:45-10:45 AM

Where: Conference Office Great Office

SEMINAR

Sharon Pruitt "Women and Finances"

When: Tuesday, June 27, 9:45-10:45 AM

Where: Conference Office Great Office

SEMINAR Penny Rodgers

"Standing on the Promises of Prayer"

When: Wednesday, June 28, 9:45-10:45 AM

Where: Conference Office Great Office

39 Seminars & Events Check website for more details - visitaec.org/seminars

End-Time Evangelism Seminar Series How to reach people in the last days Robert Moses & Jean Good

When: Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27 I 10:00 - 12:00 PM; Wednesday, June 28  Monday: The Resume of A Soul Winner: (Are you qualified?)  Tuesday: How To Approach People With Confi- dence/Q&A  Wednesday: Off Your Seat and Into The Streets

Religious Liberty Seminars Jackson Doggette (M-W) & Orlan Johnson (Th, F) When: Monday - Friday, June 26-30th, 11:00-12:00 PM Where: Luther R. Palmer Conference Room  Monday - The Separation of Church and State  Tuesday - Seventh-day Adventists in the Civil Rights Movement  Wednesday - Trump and Religious Liberty  Thursday -  Friday -

Health Ministries Activities/Seminars NYSE COLLINS, SANARE LIFE When: : Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27 | 4:00- 5:00 PM - Where: Pine Forge Cafeteria

Dr. Jonathan Mays When: : Wednesday, June 28 | 4:00-5:30 PM Where: Jessie R. Wagner School Cafetorium ARMIN: ADVENTIST RECOVERY MINISTRIES James Jackson When: Fridays, June 23rd and 30th, Saturdays, June 24th and 30th: | 1:00-5:00 PM Where: Girls' Dorm: Kimbrough Hall

40 physical 767 Douglass Drive | Boyertown, Pennsylvania 19512 mailing Post Office Box 266 | Pine Forge, Pennsylvania 19548 telephone 610 326 4610 facsimile 610 326 3946 website visitaec.com