July 2015 SOUTHERN

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IT’S NOT ABOUT US

In an enhanced technological era of Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, when the human race takes pride in being progressive, computer literate, and able to get things done quickly and efficiently, it is difficult for many of us to realize that God, whose knowledge exceeds all the world’s megabytes and terabytes of data, is never in a hurry. His goal is for each believer to mature into Christlikeness, but He knows that none of us will succeed completely this side of Heaven. He wants us to be holy and to follow in Christ’s steps, but He knows nobody will ever do that totally. He wants us to put on His full armor so that we can stand against the devil’s schemes, but He realizes we cannot fight life’s battles alone. He wants us to present our bodies to Him as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, but He knows that this presentation will not be consistent or completely unselfish. He wants us to stop sinning and to flee from youthful lusts, but He realizes that we are fooling ourselves if we say we have no sin. So He tells us to confess our sins and to expect forgiveness when we do fall. He sets a high standard for our behavior because He is just and holy, but, since He is loving and merciful, He has provided a Savior to pay for our sins. He has adopted us as His children and requires us to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly. But, He is compassionate, gracious, and abounding in love because He knows that we are nothing but dust as long as we remain in this world. God clearly has high standards. To expect anything less than perfection for His human creatures would be to lower those standards and to make Him less than God. Yet in Ron C. Smith, addition to His holiness, perfection, and greatness, He also emanates the divine attributes D.Min., Ph.D. of love, mercy, and compassion. God is realistic. He knows that we are weak, so He has President of the not left us to stand helplessly alone. Because of His great love, He sent His Son to pay Southern Union for our sins, and His Holy Spirit to live within, where He guides, strengthens, and teaches Conference us. We may think that God is far away at times, but He is always nearby, sticking with us through thick and thin. The goal of the Christian life is to be Christ-like in worship, character, and service. The earthly sanctuary system of worship given by God in the Old Testament showcased the offering of sacrifices to atone for sin. Now that Christ has died for our sins, “once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous,” in a supreme and loving self-sacrifice intended to bring us to God, we are to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This continual commitment of self to God, along with verbal praise and faithful obedi- ence, is how we worship. Throughout the centuries, innumerable volumes have been written to address the struggles of believers, spiritual maturity, and Christian growth. The need for spiritual guidance and help with religious struggles is nothing new. Before the time of Christ, and since, believers have grappled with periods of stagnation, being spiritually dead, and the need for help in growing as Christians. It could be argued that the entire Bible is written for such people, teaching us about God, His attributes, and His power to mold believers into instruments who are useful to Him as the Master. Just in case we feel we don’t have the wherewithal to accomplish all that Christ expects us to do, it’s important for us to note that Christ within us is the hope of glory. My prayer for the constituents of the Southern Union is for us to be poised to effectively do God’s bidding. Never forget that His biddings are our enablings. I am honored to declare it’s not about us.

2 T IDINGS • July 2015 SOUTHERN Contents Volume 109, No. 7, July 2015 The Southern Tidings is the official eatures publication of the Southern Union F Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE 302 Research Drive Norcross, Georgia 30092 • Mail Address P.O. Box 923868, Norcross, Georgia 30010-3868 Telephone (770) 408-1800 Marked for Death www.southernunion.com Staff Editor R. STEVEN NORMAN III 4 Managing Editor IRISENE DOUCE Circulation BOBBIE MILLBURN The Post Ellen G. White Advertising NATHAN ZINNER Production COLLEGE PRESS Influence: MEGAN KELLER Layout 100th Anniversary Contributing Editors Adventist Health System ANTHONY VERA CRUZ of her Death Adventist University of Health Sciences MEGHAN BRESCHER Carolina REBECCA CARPENTER 6 Florida MARTIN BUTLER Georgia-Cumberland TAMARA WOLCOTT FISHER Gulf States NILTON GARCIA Hispanic MARIEL LOMBARDI Kentucky-Tennessee STEVE ROSE Saved in Prison Oakwood University GEORGE JOHNSON JR. South Atlantic JAMES K. LAMB, ED.D. South Central MARVIN ALLISON SR. Southeastern HUBERT MOREL, D.MIN. 8 Southern Adventist University LUCAS PATTERSON Conference/Institution Directory CAROLINA (704) 596-3200 How to Discover P.O. Box 44270, Charlotte, NC 28215 FLORIDA (407) 644-5000 a New Member 351 S. State Road 434, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714-3824 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND (706) 629-7951 P.O. Box 12000, Calhoun, GA 30703-7001 9 GULF STATES (334) 272-7493 P.O. Box 240249, Montgomery, AL 36117 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE (615) 859-1391 P.O. Box 1088, Goodlettsville, TN 37070-1088 10 Adventist Health System SOUTH ATLANTIC (404) 792-0535 P.O. Box 1688, Decatur, GA 30031-1688 12 Carolina SOUTH CENTRAL (615) 226-6500 P.O. Box 24936, Nashville, TN 37202 14 Florida SOUTHEASTERN (352) 735-3142 16 Georgia-Cumberland P.O. Box 1016, Mt. Dora, FL 32756-0056 ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM (407) 357-2083 18 Kentucky-Tennessee 900 Hope Way, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 20 South Atlantic

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July 2015 • T IDINGS 3 Cover Feature

BY OLSON PERRY SR. AND JORGE MAYER

Perhaps the most challenging Since the fall of Adam and Eve, who do not baptize. The conflicts phase of evangelism and soul win- all human beings are born marked include alcoholism, drugs, agnos- ning is the visitor’s commitment for death. In baptism they are ticism, marriage conflict, single and baptism. The visitor may com- reborn to a new life. In Marked motherhood, and a fatherless son mit and accept the new teachings, for Death is a reference to the fact looking for his father. ideas, and doctrines; however, that all are born in sin. Therefore, The film is true to reality in a candidate may be faced that all soul winning with perceived insurmount- experiences may not end able obstacles, entrenched “Since the fall of Adam and in baptism, indicating the guilt over former relation- struggle continues between ships, decisions, and prac- Eve, all human beings are good and evil. However, tices. Other factors which the purpose is to encourage may interfere include self the decision for baptism. intimidation through mind born marked for death.” The movie may be viewed games, authoritative influ- together and discussed ences, personal obstacles, all are marked for death. However, one-on-one, in small and family traditions. through baptism they are saved group settings, or in a large con- Marked for Death, a movie from the grip of death. In this film gregation. A call can then be made which will be released by the there are three stories of families for baptism. It serves as a bridge Southern Union Conference that one day find the Gospel and between the studies which have Hispanic Ministries Department, strive to make the decision for been taking place, and the baptism November 2015, attempts to ad- baptism. They are real-life dramas decision. dress the challenges faced by these that describe the inner conflicts of Executive producer Jorge May- people before they make a deci- people to surrender to Jesus. The er and Alejandro Bullón, former sion for baptism. film breaks the argument of those evangelist and script writer, are an-

4 T IDINGS • July 2015 ticipating this film will be viewed in 2010, explored by candidates and their sponsors the windows of op- as the final stage of the Bible study portunity to shar- experience, right before they are ing the message. It asked for a decision. It removes is oriented toward excuses people use for why not to Church members. It be baptized through stories. is the story of an Ad- ventist couple who Premier Experience in Brasilia wanted to bring their The film has been shown neighbor to Christ. in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and It shares the simplic- Brasilia, Brazil. At the Brasilia ity of using Christ’s movie premier, all three adminis- methods to attract trators and departmental directors people by connecting from the South American Division with their needs and (SAD) were present, along with suffering. staff from the local union and con- El Regreso (The ference. Erton Keller, SAD presi- Return), released in dent, said a few words before the 2012, shared the im- movie. After the film and almost portance of addressing before the final credits, Luis Gon- the message to former calves, SAD evangelist, took the Adventists. It is the microphone and began an appeal. story of a young man “The response was more than im- who becomes an Ad- pressive, much better than expect- ventist as a result of the ed,” reported Bullón. “People rose witnessing of a friend almost spontaneously, accompa- from work who invites nied by the brothers of the church him to church and shows who had invited them. From a him the Plan of Salvation. human perspective, these people Shortly after, his friend would never respond to a spiritual dies in a car accident. call, including the man married to The young man started a an Adventist for decades but who gradual decline from the never decided to join the Church; Church. When he hit bot- however, the Holy Spirit worked tom he wanted to return on them and they responded,” to the path his friend had he said. For many people, it was shown him. This movie an impressive picture, people of also appeals to members in high social class responded, ac- their attitude toward those cording to Bullón. who leave the Church. Production of Marked for Marked for Death is Death has had its own witness- available in English, Span- ing results. Several of the pro- ish, Portuguese, and French fessional actors in the film have through the Hispanic Min- been touched by the content of istries Department at most the script. The non-Adventist conferences in the North production staff’s reaction to American Division, or through Sabbath observance during the the Southern Union Hispanic filming sparked conversations Ministries Department. The about faith, love, and mercy. price is determined by each One staff member said, “I conference. don’t know your faith, but I am touched and impressed by the Holy Spirit.” This is the third movie produced by Southern Union Hispanic Ministries. La Ven- tana (The Window), released

July 2015 • T IDINGS 5 Southern Union Feature

BY ALBERT DITTES

wrote to W.C. me in the hall, telling me that by her (Willie) White own investigation, she had become upon hearing of a Sabbath-keeper. She expects to be Ellen White dying baptized next Sabbath.” on July 16, 1915. Lida Scott eventually devoted “As for my part, her share in a million-dollar estate to I mean, by God’s incorporate the Layman Foundation help, to erect in in January 1924, “for the purpose of my life, by show- furnishing financial assistance to rural ing my apprecia- schools and sanitariums operated by tion of the coun- Seventh-day Adventists.” The founda- sel given to us, a tion is still active with headquarters monument that in Collegedale, Tennessee, holding she would most title to and supporting rural schools in appreciate, a life Tennessee, Arkansas, North Carolina, lived in harmony and West Virginia. Highland and with the Heaven- Georgia-Cumberland academies have sent principles.” passed from Layman Foundation to Lida Funk Conference ownership. Scott, heiress to Scott’s work complimented that the Funk & Wag- of James Edson White, a pioneer nalls fortune, be- Adventist missionary to black people came an Adventist along the lower Mississippi River, at Battle Creek, operating under difficult circum- Michigan, in 1898 stances but with the encouragement through the influ- of his mother. He later founded During the spring of 1915, as ence of John Harvey Kellogg, M.D. what became Southern Publishing Ellen White lay dying in her home at In a letter to Ellen White, Kellogg Association in Nashville, Tennessee, Elmshaven, California, a prominent described Scott’s father, Dr. Funk, as and helped select a school loca- New Jersey woman visited there, being “one of the leading publishers tion for Madison College along the took pictures, and kept a diary of of New York (and) for many years, Cumberland River by transporting what she saw. one of the most prominent clergy- the founders in his boat, The Morn- “My heart aches for all of you, men of the city.” Kellogg added that ing Star. Edson White’s work led for it means so much to you in many he “has become a staunch vegetarian. to starting Oakwood College (now ways, but it means much to us all, His daughter, a cultivated woman, Oakwood University) in Huntsville, and I feel a sense of desolation akin wife of a Presbyterian clergyman and Alabama, a school Ellen White took to the feeling that the disciples must a very devoted woman, came here for a serious interest in as well as that have had when the tangible evidence an operation a few weeks ago. Last of her son. During the 1904 trip of the Lord’s presence left them,” she week, to my surprise, she stopped she took to help find the Madison

6 T IDINGS • July 2015 school site, she also vis- by Seventh-day Adventists,” in a letter ited a successful Adventist written to Ellen White in 1905. school in Graysville, Ten- Tragedy stamped her life with nessee, which later devel- the death of her daughter in July oped into Southern Adven- 1914, something she described as tist University. “a great loss and was seeking for On Sabbath afternoon, something of absorbing interest to July 18, 2015, two days fol- soften and sweeten the sorrow.” lowing the 100th anniversary She chose to recover by visiting of the death of Ellen White, some friends operating Chestnut Hill a Sabbath afternoon sympo- School near Portland, Tennessee. sium and displays in the Col- Their work so impressed her that legedale, Tennessee, Church she went on to a first rural school will honor these four entities convention at Madison. and show how their role These Ellen White followers in following Ellen White’s inspired her to invest in their cause. counsel led to the rise of the “Yes, here the work of the hand Southern Union Conference. is on equal footing with the work Lida Scott started her of the brain. That lion and lamb,

LEILA ASHTON LEILA Adventist life with a daughter capital and labor, are dwelling to- and husband she described gether in peace. Fellowship in labor Lida Funk Scott’s portrait was painted by Leila Ashton as “a man of position and plus Christianity, equals beauty of in oil on linen, 30” x 24”. It was finished just recently. great pride,” but “bitterly character. It is here that I found the opposed to the truth held formula that nations seek.” She devoted the resources of the Layman Foundation to developing Madison and its units, meaning “one that operates a sanitarium, and school of industries, a farm, cafeteria and treatment rooms in the city, with medical extension work or the work of the visiting nurse or doctor, all for the purpose of representing every phase of the message,” according to a 1928 annual report. That meant helping develop the struggling College of Medical Evan- gelists in southern California, due to their need of physicians. The ending of a poem by Grace Noll entitled Red Earth she shared perhaps summed up the devotion of all the Adventist pioneers in the South.

“Always from the North a call, Through the sweet blue distance– Always from my father’s land A definite insistence. But my roots have struck so deep– Deep beyond believing In this red soil of the South, I shall not be leaving.”

The Elmshaven letters and diaries will be shown on Thursday, July 16, the actual 100th anniversary of Ellen G. White's death, in the Heritage House on the Madison Academy Campus, LIDA FUNK SCOTT LIDA 100 Academy Road, Madison, TN, from 3 to 7 p.m. Lida Scott took this photo of Ellen White’s home during the spring of 1915 in Elmshaven, The Layman Foundation will commemorate this California. anniversary with a symposium on July 18, at 3 p.m.

July 2015 • T IDINGS 7 Florida Feature

BY REBECCA KNECHT

I’m a third-generation Adven- happened? I told

tist. I attended 12 grades and some the truth. My LEE BENNETT college in Adventist schools. I sang daughter and son Rebecca Knecht (left) reconnects with pen pal Iralee Medder, who solos and was a choir member. My told the truth. encouraged Rebecca while she was in prison. children were Pathfinders, and I How did a jury was on the staff. You may say, “So not believe us? what? A lot of people have done that. I was sentenced to 8½ years in After I had served my required There’s nothing special here.” prison, plus five years probation, 12-plus months in Gadsden, I re- Life changed the day I found for something I didn’t do. I couldn’t quested a move to Hernando Cor- myself standing in front of a judge, even comprehend the length of my rectional Institution to be closer to hearing the word “Guilty.” What just sentence and had no idea how I family and friends. I wrote to Iralee would get through, but God knew. and asked her to visit. Pen pals didn’t Arriving at Lowell Correctional usually visit the inmates, but the au- Institution in Ocala, Florida, I was thorities made an exception and gave terrified! After settling in, I found a her permission to see me. chapel list on the bulletin board and After Iralee’s visitation was ap- learned that a local Adventist church proved, she came to see me the next came on Friday evenings. I was so Sabbath. It was wonderful to finally excited to attend their service before meet my pen pal! We enjoyed visit- I was transferred to Gadsden Cor- ing while a family member patiently rectional Facility near Tallahassee, waited for her. Florida — five hours from family When I was released in 2008, I and friends. After getting situated, I returned to my home town to start found, to my disappointment, that no probation. After completing less than Adventist church held services there. nine months of a five-year probation, I However, one day I saw a requested a termination of my proba- Florida Conference Prison Minis- tion, and it was granted. My probation tries newsletter, and I was elated. I officer said he had never seen anything opened the pages and saw where I like that in all his time as a deputy and could write to ask for prayer and a a probation officer. I looked at him pen pal. I mailed off my requests. and said, “It’s a God thing.” In 2009, I I started receiving the monthly rededicated my life to God, and Iralee newsletter, and it wasn’t long until I attended my rebaptism. met Iralee Medder through the Prison It was a “God thing,” all right. Ministries pen pal section. Her letters God was with me before I went to were inspirational and uplifting, and prison, He saved me in prison and

LEE BENNETT she often sent stamps. Sometimes, when I was on probation, and He Florida Conference Prison Ministries she sent copies of songs from the has been with me every day since. newsletters were a “God thing” that church hymnal. She also made sure I That’s why I pray, “Thank you, helped Rebecca through a difficult time had the Adult Sabbath School Quar- heavenly Father, for your Son, Jesus; in her life. As a Christian singer, Rebecca regularly visits churches to perform and terly with Ellen G. White Helps. She for Iralee; and for Florida Confer- share her testimony. She can be reached faithfully wrote to me the remainder ence Prison Ministries for helping me at [email protected]. of time I was in prison. through a difficult time.”

8 T IDINGS • July 2015 Kentucky-Tennessee Feature

BY LINDA DICKINSON

Diana Rippee was baptized on April 18, 2015, by Nelson Mercado, pastor.

see, Church Discover Bible School. Illeana continued contact with Diana When Illeana and Linda Dickinson and developed friendships with her. were asked to lead the Discover From time to time, Linda shared Di- Bible School, they had no idea how ana’s journey with the Murfreesboro exciting it would be. After receiv- members, and the first time she ing instructions from Ed and Rosie came to church everyone felt they Cox in March of 2014, they studied already knew her. the instructions and gathered and Next, Diana began listening to organized the materials. It was de- Doug Batchelor and then attended cided to get “Take One” boxes and evangelistic meetings presented by Illeana Dickinson (left), Discover Bible ask members to set them out around Kieth Noll, Conference evangelist, at School coordinator; Diana Rippee; and town. About 20 boxes were distrib- the Murfreesboro Church. On April Linda Dickinson, Discover Bible School uted. One of those boxes was left 18, 2015, Diana was baptized. Praise assistant in the podiatrist office where Diana the Lord, she is on fire for Him! Rippee works. Now Diana is sharing with oth- God is actively working Diana Rippee had been prayers how the Discover Bible lessons through the Murfreesboro, Tennes- ing for God’s leading in her life, changed her life. She joyfully leaves so when she saw the Discover Discover invitations everywhere she invitations, she picked one up and goes, and is quick to share her faith studied it. She put it back, thought in her loving heavenly Father and a moment, and then picked it up His precious plan of salvation. again. She filled it out and sent it There are several other active in, and in July 2014, she began her students returning lessons to the Mur- studies. freesboro Discover Bible School. The Illeana and Linda were so excit- members are praying for each one to ed when Diana’s first lesson arrived! see the wonderful plan of salvation, In October’s lesson, Diana sent her and the truth of the Bible that gives telephone number, and Linda called the peace that passes all understand- her and they had a wonderful Spirit- ing. The Discover Bible School is still led, two-hour phone visit. Linda and winning souls for Jesus!

July 2015 • T IDINGS 9 Adventist Health System

33 College Students Accepted into AHS’s Leadership Development Program

They’re young, they’re “Our main focus for selected for summer intern- namic, bright, and energet- smart, and they’re the next having a leadership de- ships will spend 12 weeks ic, and I believe that they generation of leaders in velopment program is to gaining hands-on experi- will be able to make many health care. Thirty-three introduce top talent to the ence in areas such as sup- meaningful contributions to college students and recent organization,” said Nor- ply chain, human resourc- the world of health care in graduates from Andrews man Miles, AHS’s director es, and patient financial the years to come.” University, Oakwood of leadership development. services. Meanwhile, two- Many previous interns University, Pacific Union “We are in the business of year residents will focus on and residents have gone College, Southern Adven- developing and preparing building the leadership and on to assume key leader- tist University, Southwest- servant leaders who will technical skills essential ship positions within the ern Adventist University, model our mission, vision, for managing a team and organization, including Union College, Walla Walla and values.” guiding strategies in their Brian Adams, president/ University, and Washing- More than 100 applica- specialty areas. CEO of Florida Hospital ton Adventist University tions were reviewed during “The Leadership De- Tampa; Jeff Villanueva, were accepted into the the competitive selection velopment Residency and vice president of Florida 2015 Leadership Develop- process that focused on a Internship programs have Hospital Kissimmee; and ment program at Adventist combination of quantitative helped ensure that we have Jillyan Shelton, assistant Health System (AHS). The and qualitative factors such a strong pipeline of emerg- vice president at Florida group attended orienta- as academic performance, ing Christian leaders who Hospital East Orlando, to tion on May 18, 2015, and community service, lead- are able to assume various name a few. will soon begin serving and ership potential, and an roles within the organiza- —BY RAINEY TURLINGTON learning across the organiza- interest in the health care tion,” Miles said. “This tion’s 44 hospital campuses. industry. Those who were year’s group is diverse, dy-

10 T IDINGS • July 2015 Adventist Health System

Murray Medical Center, AHS Enter Long-term Lease Agreement

Adventist Health Sys- Medical Center. Some of Murray Medical Center will patient furniture and other tem (AHS) and the Hos- AHS’s key responsibilities come in phases. The first essential items from anoth- pital Authority of Murray were for administration, significant change will be er AHS facility, and that has County, with the approval patient safety, purchasing, the introduction of a health helped tremendously with from the state of Georgia, and personnel. Now, AHS information management some immediate needs have finalized the long- is fully managing the facil- system to regulate financial stated Coble. term lease agreement to ity and the staff. reporting and management “This is most definitely operate Murray Medical “Adventist Health Sys- systems. an exciting time in Murray Center. The agreement tem is a national leader in “This is crucial to a County,” said Pete Weber, was effective May 1, 2015. quality, safety, and patient hospital’s success in this era CEO of the southeast region The two parties entered satisfaction,” said Hal Coble, of cost containment and of Adventist Health System. into an interim management administrator at Murray electronic medical records,” “We are looking forward agreement last fall while the Medical Center. “We look Coble said. “The implemen- to creating and building a long-term lease was under forward to working with tation of this system will hospital that the community review by the state’s Attor- our exceptional team to improve patient care and will use for generations to ney General’s office. During make positive changes in streamline our processes.” come.” that interim period, AHS the day-to-day operations Murray Medical was —BY KIM BRAZELL began managing the day-to- of Murray Medical Center.” able to secure some new day operations of Murray Coble said changes at medical equipment and

July 2015 • T IDINGS 11 Carolina News

Carolina Conference Holds Third Annual Church Planting/Church Growth Rally tion moves up in status — from idea to group, from group to company, and from company to church — it constitutes as a step. Thus far, the Carolina Con- ference has moved a total of 42 steps — a record — with 22 being brand new

REBECCA CARPENTER REBECCA church plants.

Kevin Pires and Brad Cauley pray with members of a local church plant. The third annual tration. Breakout sessions lotte University Church Carolina Conference Church focused on various practi- pastor; and area Planting Rally was held at cal church growth topics: pastors Kevin Pires, the Spartanburg Church in Christ’s Kingdom in You, Nelson Fernandez, and South Carolina on April 11, The Value of Vision, Church Alicia Johnston. 2015. Though the purpose Health, Coaching, Motiva- At the 2011 Caro-

of annual rallies is to equip tions to Planting, and Steps lina Conference con- CARPENTER REBECCA and inspire members for the to Church Planting. These stituency session, a Roger Hernandez is the evange- expansion of work entrusted were led by Hernandez; faith goal of 50 steps lism and ministerial director at the to Seventh-day Adventists, Glen Altermatt, Carolina was set for the 2011- Southern Union in Norcross, Ga. this rally became a celebra- Conference evangelism coor- 2015 quinquennium. tion of what God has been dinator; Ryan Ashlock, Char- Each time a congrega- “The last message of doing in the area. The loca- mercy is to be given to the tion for the rally was deter- world by the proclama- mined a year and a half ago, tion of Gospel truth. Truth, but it was only in recent Bible truth — this is what months that two new church the people need…asking plants have been launched that we may receive pure, nearby (Simpsonville New unadulterated truth, and that Growth in September 2014 we may realize the necessity and Gaffney in March 2015). of giving this truth to others. The rally featured Roger Then men and women will Hernandez, Southern Union be converted. The hand evangelism and ministe- of God will be recognized rial director, as the primary in the raising up of new speaker, along with Gary churches,” E.G. White, Lift REBECCA CARPENTER REBECCA Moyer, Carolina Conference Him Up, page 123. vice-president for adminis- Brad Cauley interviews members of a local church plant. —BY BRAD CAULEY

12 T IDINGS • July 2015 Carolina News

Conference Holds Two Hispanic Camp Meetings at Nosoca Pines Ranch COURTNEY HEROD COURTNEY

The first of two Hispanic in 1998. His mes- Camp Meetings in 2015 took sage about Jesus’ place the first weekend in second coming May at Nosoca Pines Ranch was powerful. in Liberty Hill, S.C. Near the end “And, behold, I come of the sermon, quickly” was the central Alvarez extended theme. The message was an invitation to a yes, He’s coming very garden of prayer, soon...and you have to be and many came ready. forward. A series COURTNEY HEROD COURTNEY The guest speaker was of prayers were Roger Alvarez, Hispanic offered by sev- coordinator from the South- eral of the pastors, rededi- HEROD COURTNEY west Conference. Alverez cating the members to the Attendees commented at the lake, in addition to was born in Cuba, but im- service and anticipation of that this message of Christ’s finding inspiration at their migrated to the United States Christ’s soon return. soon return is the main ar- meetings. Pastors Nelson tery of the Church’s beliefs, Hernandez and Eli Rojas co- and members have been ordinated their program. On neglecting to proclaim to the Sabbath evening, there were dying world that their Savior games and activites that longs to have them ready lasted far into the night. and waiting for Him. With the imminent return The guest speaker for of our Lord, all should take the young adult meetings this message to heart. There was Nilton García, Gulf are so many left to be reached States Conference Hispanic for Christ. Let no one delay in coordinator and director of the mission for Him. communication. –BY COURTNEY HEROD, The young people REBECCA CARPENTER,

COURTNEY HEROD COURTNEY enjoyed a beautiful weekend AND MARY ROMERO

July 2015 • T IDINGS 13 Florida News

Four Sisters Model Love the Old-fashioned Way If you have forgotten their separate ways, living what old-fashioned ro- as far apart as Thailand, mance looks like, you may Pakistan, Maryland, and want to take a look at the California. In retirement, new movie, Old Fashioned. they found their way back It’s not your typical pulp home to Florida where it fiction fare; it’s romance at all started. its old-fashioned best. As Family is very impor- the movie’s promotional tant to these close-knit tagline states, “Love is sisters. Between them, they patient, love is kind, love is have 14 children, 33 grand- old fashioned.” children, and three great- But, the movie has grandchildren. nothing up on a striking This year, Barbara

example of old-fashioned CHRIS CAREY and Herb Klischies cel- romance exhibited in the ebrate 59 years of mar- The Eldridge sisters and their spouses received congratulations heart of central Florida by from Old Fashioned film producer Nathan Nazario for the family riage; Betty and Richard four sisters who have en- milestone of 217 combined years of marriage. Standing from left: O’Ffill, 55 years; Charlotte joyed 217 combined years Nazario, Herb and Barbara Klischies, Howard and Charlotte and Howard Huenergardt, of married bliss. Huenergardt, and Betty and Richard O’Ffill. Seated: Jack and 53 years; and Carol and The sisters, with their Carol Carey. Jack Carey and Nazario co-teach a Sabbath School Jack Carey, 50 years, for class at Apopka Church. parents Charles and Cassie a grand total of 217 years Eldridge, moved to Or- Apopka. All four were Howard Huenergardt, an of old-fashioned romance lando in 1947. All four girls married at Kress Memorial orthopedic surgeon. Betty and commitment not often graduated from Orlando Church in Winter Park. married Richard O’Ffill, an seen. From all appearances, Junior Academy (then Barbara married Herb ordained minister. Carol the knots that tied these Orlando Church School) Klischies, a commercial married Jack Carey, an sisters to their spouses are and Forest Lake Academy, artist. Charlotte married educator. The couples went not about to unravel. Adventurer/Pathfinder Clubs Team to Help Others For the past three was expanded to include years, North Miami Span- preparing breakfast and ish Church’s Adventurer a music program for the club organized a toy drive children and their families. at Christmas for children at Club members also dis- Ronald McDonald House tributed tracts describing of Miami, but wished they Adventist outreach to the could do more. For Christ- community. mas 2014, both the Adven- Initially, the clubs came turer and Pathfinder clubs together to share their faith teamed with Adventurer with others, but they also and Pathfinder clubs from benefitted by learning how Bradmore Spanish Church to be united in the body of in Miami for the toy drive. Christ. In addition, their outreach —BY KARINA CAMPOS

Children representing North Miami and Bradmore churches’ Pathfinders and Adventurers delivered Christmas gifts to children

KARINA CAMPOS KARINA staying at Ronald McDonald House of Miami.

14 T IDINGS • July 2015 Florida News

Couples Recommit to Christ, Each Other URIAH BENNETT

Recommitment was It was awe-inspiring to the homily, charge, prayer, The reception follow- a family affair at Lauder- witness the grooms line the vows, admonition, encour- ing the Recommitment hill Church as 32 couples, span of the altar to behold agement, counsel, and Ceremony brought Sabbath dressed in formal suits and their brides coming down challenges. Prior to this rejoicing, and caused many flowing gowns, renewed the aisle into the arms of high day, he conducted to say, “This is heavenly.” their vows on a beautiful their beloved, to observe pre-ceremony marital Couples ended a per- Sabbath day. Lovely brides- couples looking into each workshops where he fect day at sunset, sailing maids, charming grooms- other’s eyes while promis- counseled the couples how off into the Intercoastal men, beautiful flower girls, ing, with conviction, to be to stay together in love, Waterway, hand in hand, and rambunctious Bible true, to be faithful, to be and how to show Christ to happily thanking the Lord bearers truly made this a committed to each other, each other in the marriage. for this renewed commit- Recommitment Ceremony and to live a life of dedica- An afterglow workshop ment to be closer to Him with the church family tion to their God. Lester followed to help keep the and to their beloved. serving as witnesses. Elliott, pastor, presented love flame burning. —BY LYDIA MASON Ocala Young People Conduct Worship Service You name it — church Pathfinder Director greeters, elders, deacons, John Bott resurrected the children’s story, prayer, formerly dormant club, special music, the Sabbath commencing with the sermon — and the Ocala, 2014–2015 church officer Fla., Church Pathfinders/ year. With his wife, Laura, Adventurers, ages 6 to 14, and two children, Joshua handled it at a recent wor- and Emily, Bott strongly ship service. believes in the biblical Sermon presenter Ian admonition of Proverbs Robison, 12, challenged 22:6, “Train up a child in youth and members as the way he should go, and soldiers of Christ to arise when he is old he will not just as Samuel and Timothy depart from it.” did in their service for God. “My vision is to give “The Holy Spirit was there,” children the opportunity JOSHUA ASENCIO JOSHUA ASENCIO JOSHUA said member Trudi Sykes, to experience Jesus with Addisen Raices and Rachel Parker served Ian Robison presented “and we all felt the call. It hands on activities,” says as greeters at Ocala, Fla., Church, as- his sermon challeng- sisted by Cherrie Betaudier, North Area ing the audience to was a high Sabbath, and Brenda Parker, Adventurer Zone A Cluster coordinator, who lent her arise and serve as we are still talking about leader. support to Ocala’s special Sabbath. soldiers of Christ. the wonderful experience.” —BY HERB PRITCHARD

July 2015 • T IDINGS 15 Georgia-Cumberland News

Jerry Fore Retires After 44 Years of Denominational Service Jerry Fore is a rare sophomore year in leader in a unique role. college at Andrews He has led a diverse, University, while fast-paced group of game- listening to Week changing church minis- of Prayer with Bill tries staff at the Georgia- Fagel. He went on Cumberland Conference faith, did not have for the past 17 years. He a conference spon- has walked beside these sor until Wisconsin leaders, helped them birth stepped up and new programs, and of- offered. fered them a listening ear “Bottom line, I and much wisdom as they am very blessed,” launched new ministries. says Fore. “I am a When asked the five person given many ways he has been blessed opportunities as a from his career, he was pastor and confer- quick to asnwer: ence worker that 1. Sharing my experi- exceeded any wish BRIAN YOUNG ence and knowledge with or desire from Jerry Fore retired from the Georgia-Cumberland Conference at the end of people. when I started. May after serving 44 years in the Adventist church. He was the general vice president of the Conference, a position he held for 17 years. He is pictured 2. Serving as a sounding The Lord has fed here with his wife, Marilyn. board for ministry leaders — me dessert.” their dreams and ideas. Fore says I have come to value his erator. He and Marilyn enjoy 3. Spending time with that what helped influence wisdom, his godly perspec- playing instruments; she staff at annual planning re- and shape him as a pas- tive, his rich experience, plays autoharp, and he plays treats. Having fun, playing tor was observing others. his empowering leader- harmonica and mountain putt-putt in the rain. He would see who was the ship style, and most of all, dulcimer — only in their 4. Being involved most effective, and ask if his friendship. Thankfully, homes, he is quick to add. with the Cohutta Springs they would teach him. He none of that will change. He intends to volun- staff, foundation, etc. A lot says he also learned a lot But, I will certainly miss teer and just rely on God. has happened, and it is from church members and working with him day to “I am in awe at how rewarding. leaders. day. Thank you, Jerry, for the Spirit works,” says Fore. 5. Camp Meeting, I As a self-proclaimed sharing your strengths with “I am not worried. God has love Camp Meetings. I real- bookworm, Fore says a this Conference. May you led and guided; I could not ly enjoy getting acquainted turning point was attending be richly blessed in this have engineered things if with people in area Camp a workshop by Lori Beth next stage of your life.” I wanted to. I am not in Meetings. Jones, Path of Life. “It shared Fore’s plans after retire- charge.” For the past 44 years, how to understand who ment include spending He advises those start- Fore has served as a pastor you are, and how to use the time with his wife of 49 ing out to be “comfortable and leader in Wisconsin, gifts that God gives you. I years, Marilyn, doing things with the gifts God has given New Jersey, Illinois, Indi- realized my greatest passion they enjoy, like bird watch- you, not uncomfortable with ana, Missouri, and finally was to encourage or support ing, hiking, and spending the ones that you do not Tennessee after he was spiritual leaders.” time with family, children, have. Uniqueness is what hired by the Conference as Ed Wright, Conference and grandchildren. makes them valuable.” the general vice president. president, says, “It has He wants to go golfing —BY TAMARA WOLCOTT He says he knew he been my honor and privi- and work with his hobby of FISHER was going to be a pastor his lege to work with Jerry. amateur radio as a ham op-

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Southern Deaf Fellowship Celebrates 10 Years Congratulations are in order for the Southern Deaf Fellowship (SDF) on their 10th anniversary. The big day was celebrated on May 9, 2015, 10 years after they were officially organized as a church. Sixty-six members and visitors, including Debra

Brill, vice president for the JORDAN JEFFREY SUBMITTED BY North American Division, Stan Patterson (left), associate professor of church leadership at the Adventist Theological Seminary came to the church for this at Andrews University in Berrien Spring, Mich., preaches for the 10th anniversary celebration for special event. Southern Deaf Fellowship. Melissa Jordan translates the sermon into American Sign Language at Stan Patterson, associ- the McDonald Road Church Family Life Center in Tenn. ate professor of church as an official church. at the McDonald Road service is available using leadership for the Seventh- God continues to lead Church Family Life Center. American Sign Language. day Adventist Theological SDF. It all started at their They stream worship ser- They also hold an annual Seminary at Andrews Uni- organization at the Atlanta vices live via the Internet. Camp Meeting. This year versity in Berrien Springs, North Church in Georgia on Deaf from near and it will take place from July Mich., served as the guest April 9, 2005. They began far worship online be- 29 to August 2 at Cohutta speaker. Patterson is also with 34 charter (start-up) cause there is often a lack Springs Conference Center chair of the Christian members. In 10 years, the of interpreters at the local in Crandall, Ga. Ministry Department, and Lord has blessed by dou- church. Deaf and hearing SDF is under the lead- prior to that served as the bling their membership to alike may join SDF. ership of Jeff Jordan, pas- ministerial vice president the current 68. SDF meets for Sabbath tor. More details at www. at the Georgia-Cumberland In 2008, SDF moved School each Saturday at deafchurchonline.org. Conference. He was a key to the Collegedale, Tenn., 10 a.m., and for worship —BY JEFFREY JORDAN person in establishing SDF area, where they still meet service at 11:30 a.m. Each South Georgia Attendees Congregate at Camp Meeting

brought the Good News on Carolyn Lipscomb, Sabbath, March 28, 2015. executive director for Ad- Reid preached a sermon ventist Community Service on the signs of the second in south Georgia, shared coming. He listed seven, in- that in 2014 they delivered cluding false prophets; signs a total of 172,764 pounds of in the prophetic, spiritual food via 16,949 food bags TAMARA WOLCOTT FISHER WOLCOTT TAMARA world; and nature, with the in 15 counties in central and G. Edward Reid, assistant to the president for planned giving at numerous earthquakes, hur- south Georgia, through the Adventist World Radio, was the featured speaker for the South ricanes, and other weather “Food Bags for the Elderly” Georgia Camp Meeting on March 28, 2015. concerns. Financial concerns ministry. More than 1,500 There is nothing like Wimbish Road Church in was another on the list of individuals received free a regional Camp Meet- Macon, Ga., to mingle, hear signs. According to Reid the health screening at various ing, and especially one in great music, and listen to United State’s national debt locations. Their motto is south Georgia, where the preaching. G. Edward Reid, grows by $2.89 billion every “Touching Lives in Central people are welcoming and assistant to the president day. Another sign is moral and South Georgia.” the potluck is delicious. for planned giving at Ad- realm, with corrupt govern- —BY TAMARA WOLCOTT Individuals gathered at ventist World Radio (AWR), ments, and crime. FISHER

July 2015 • T IDINGS 17 Kentucky-Tennessee News

Hendersonville Church Hosts Red Cross Blood Drive In an effort to involve snacks were distributed. The neighbors and the commu- snack table was used to dis- nity at the Hendersonville, play free health pamphlets Tenn., Church, the members and additional informa- decided to have a Red Cross tion about Hendersonville Blood Drive. The first blood Church and its ministries. drive took place last fall. A There were 46 units of church yard sale was held blood donated. at the same time, with other The next Red Cross attractions such as a bounce Blood Drive is scheduled for Tom Tomerlin gives blood. house for the children, a fire Judy Rimer (left) and Thelma Sunday, August 23. This is a Caldwell stand with Hender- engine from the fire depart- was held March 29, 2015, sonville, Tenn., firefighters. great way to get the commu- ment, and a 1929 model A with different attractions. nity involved, and for them Ford. All this drew attention This time there were free eight units of blood were to get to know the members to the church, and the com- neck and back massages for donated that day. of your church. munity responded. Thirty- participants, and juice and Another blood drive —BY THELMA CALDWELL New Bible Study “Thunder” is Expanding It is very likely that you QLP has been To accomplish what God is have already heard of the approached calling them to do, they will powerful video Bible study by individu- need land relatively near Thunder in the Holy Land Thunder in the Holy Land filmstrip scenes als desiring to a major airport, and they (Thunder). But, the reach have Thunder will need to build a studio of this ministry has now but that is not the case. QLP is in other languages: Chi- to accommodate the many extended far beyond the trying to change the paradigm nese, several Indian dialects, pastors who are coming to constituents of the Kentucky- of the whole North American Latvian, Moldovan, Spanish, be inserted into Thunder, as Tennessee Conference. Division. Why? Because the Arabic, and Hebrew; and also well as producing the new To date, 51 pastors pen of inspiration says, “Every to provide English subtitling series in English, and then and laymen have been soul should take an active for the hearing impaired. in many included in Thunder, the part in advancing the cause These requests are now other lan- latest of which was Kieth of God… We are to be mis- being seen as God’s calling. guages. Noll, Conference evangelist. sionaries, having for our chief Hearing that call, the QLP Please At this time, there are more aim the winning of souls to board of directors met on join Byrd than 1,500 personalized Christ,” Testimony Treasurers, March 18, 2015, and voted and the video sets in circulation in vol. 3, page 60.3. that QLP move forward as QLP board seven conferences, not to Every soul? An active God opens the doors. This of direc- mention the approximately part? Indeed! “The saving of new Bible study series will tors in 1,500 sets with Charles human souls is an interest be created from the ground praying Byrd, QuestLine Productions infinitely above any other up to be an international that God Kieth Noll dis- (QLP) president, as the host. line of work in our world. series divided into four mini will do plays one of his And, more hosts are coming. Whoever is brought under Bible studies, each with 13 greater Thunder in the During the next two months, the influences of the truth, episodes or 52 videos total. things to Holy Land DVDs. pastors from South Carolina and through faith is made The Kentucky-Tennes- further and Kansas will be going partaker of Christ’s love, is see Conference is proud to equip the to the studio to be video- by that very fact appointed have supported in a tangible Church family. captured for inclusion in the of God to save others. He way the launching of QLP, Keep up with this min- series. has a mission in the world,” and their new and powerful- istry at www.QLP.tv and at It would be easy to think Testimonies to Ministers and ly innovative outreach. But, the QuestLine Productions QLP is in the business of pro- Gospel Workers, page 293.1. it is clear that QLP is out- Facebook page. moting video Bible studies, And, the world is calling. growing the donated space. —BY CHARLES BYRD

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Mission & Awards Gala Recognizes Honorees 1. Mike Morel, CRNA, MS, news anchor with ABC local 1950. It provides a Christian, APN, received the Mary Eliza- affiliate station WKRN-TV Seventh-day Adventist learning beth DeVasher Distinguished Channel 2, served as emcee. environment that fosters the Alumni Service Award. Another highlight of the eve- pursuit of truth, excellence in 2. Molly Gregory Wright, ning was that Sharon Pearce, anesthesia practice, and a life CRNA, DNP, APN, received American Association of of service, supplying needed MARK DENMAN Steve Haley (left), president of the Nevin Downs, M.D., Lead- Nurse Anesthetist president, anesthesia providers in Nash- the Kentucky-Tennessee Confer- ership Award. attended and presented the ville, middle Tennessee, the ence; Adam MacDonald, CRNA, 3. Mark Spencer, CRNA, Clinical Excellence Award. central South, and nationally. MS, APN, Mission & Heritage APN, received the Clinical Proceeds from the Gala In middle Tennessee, more Award recipient; and Ken Excellence Award. will be used for Schwab, Ed.D., MTSA president 4. Duane and Mary capital improve- More than 250 guests Brown received the Philan- ments and gathered to celebrate the thropy Award. program devel- Middle Tennessee School of 5. Adam MacDonald, opment needs Anesthesia’s (MTSA) second

CRNA, MS, APN, received the specific to MTSA’s MARK DENMAN annual Mission & Awards Mission & Heritage Award. doctor of nurse Recognized for their contribution to nurse Gala — an evening of dining, In addition to the awards anesthesia practice anesthesia education, leadership, philan- recognition, and celebration presented, Larry Stewart, lead (DNAP) degree. thropy, and mission and heritage are honorees on May 7, 2015. This black-tie singer for the group Restless MTSA began the Duane and Mary Brown, CPAs; Molly Gregory optional event held at Nash- Wright, CRNA, DNP, APN; Mike Morel, CRNA, MS, Heart, entertained the guests DNAP program APN; and Adam MacDonald, CRNA, MS, APN. ville’s Country Music Hall of when he made a surprise ap- in September Fame and Museum celebrated pearance. All guests had an 2013, and unlike other doctor than 65 percent of nurse anes- MTSA’s heritage and mission, opportunity to enjoy private of nursing practice degrees, thetists are MTSA alumni, and while recognizing outstanding access to the Country Music MTSA’s DNAP program is 45 percent of all nurse anesthe- anesthesia providers, clinical Hall of Fame & Museum prior unique due to its focus in tists in the state graduated from leaders, and community friends. to the event reception, dinner, anesthesia. the school. For more informa- Awards presented include presentation of awards, and Middle Tennessee School tion, visit www.mtsa.edu. the following: entertainment. Bob Mueller, of Anesthesia was founded in —BY JIM CLOSSER Conference Hispanic Churches Involved in Distributing El Centinela Magazines Twelve American Division on Sab- to get my kids in your club?” percent of Kentucky- bath, May 2, 2015. She was told all she had to do their church Tennessee Armando De Leon, Con- was bring them to the church, participated Conference ference Hispanic coordina- and was given the church’s by distrib- Hispanic tor, reports that the members name and address, and the uting 800 churches par- who participated in this event day and time of the meetings. magazines. ticipated in are excited about the results, Another family said, “I Everyone an initiative and are making plans to be- would like to have my chil- The Perez fam- returned Pathfinder created by gin distributing the maga- dren be a part of the choir. ily gets ready very excited Abner the Hispanic zines on a regular basis. Can you tell me more about to distribute and moti- Fernandez Department The Pathfinders partici- it?” She was given information the Centinela vated by the participates in magazine. the distribution of Pacific pated, which prompted one about the choir and asked to experience. of the Centine- Press to person to ask a parent, “Are come. The choir director has The majority of the members la magazine. distribute these kids Boy Scouts?” When already called her. had never had this type of one million she received an explanation Neftaly Ortiz, elder experience, and were happy copies of the magazine about the Pathfinder Club, of the Lexington Hispanic with the results. El Centinela in the North she asked, “What can I do Church, said about 80 —BY ARMANDO DE LEON

July 2015 • T IDINGS 19 South Atlantic News

New Hope Members Hold “Friend-Raising” Car Wash BEVERLY SARGENT BEVERLY

Volunteer members of New Hope Church show their signs used to attract neighbors to the car wash.

Despite the somewhat early retreat of “the yellow curse” (pine pollen) this April, a car wash is always welcome at spring time in Georgia, and even more so, a free one. On Sunday, April 26, 2015, a car wash, free of charge, was care- fully planned and held on the grounds of New Hope Church in Ellenwood, Ga. This was a collabora- tive effort among several departments spearheaded by the deacon’s and the personal ministries depart-

ments, working with the SARGENT BEVERLY hospitality team and the New Hope youth, parents, and department leaders unite to wash vehicles for community neighbors New Hope Panther’s Cubs free of charge.

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Adventurers group. perience for both patrons also invited to visit the fundraising activity, but In the weeks preced- and volunteers. literature tent that was this one was planned as ing the event, car wash During the three set up on site with vari- a “friend-raising” effort. advertising signs were hours of operation, ous health and spiritual New Hope members are crafted and posted at the volunteers worked as- brochures, magazines and always looking for ways entrance of the church siduously to wash the 19 books, and engaged in and opportunities to as well as the neighbor- vehicles that rolled into friendly conversation. All increase awareness of the ing communities. Con- their charge. Most of the of the participating neigh- church in the community, sumables, supplies, and love and attention, of bors were pleased at the and to meet and draw the equipment were acquired, course, was lavished on outcome of their washed neighbors to the kingdom and the layout of the dif- the patrons themselves vehicles and the total ex- of God. A free car wash ferent workstations was who were warmly greeted perience. was surely an effective calculated to execute a and offered refreshments A car wash is fre- way to do it. smooth and efficient ex- as they waited. They were quently planned as a —BY ROCHELLE C. DOWDIE BEVERLY SARGENT BEVERLY

July 2015 • T IDINGS 21 Oakwood University

Health and Wellness Center to Play Significant Role in Healthy Campus 2020 new technolo- ness Center tie in to the gies to convert CREATION Health Model? it, perhaps, to a LP: The plan began salt water pool. as a quasi-experimental Many pools study, which means we’re today are salt doing pre-testing, interven- water. The old tion, and then post-testing. freshwater-with- Now, that’s a very gross chlorine model design, but we’re actually can destroy on the study side of this, Artist rendering of the Oakwood University Health and Wellness Center buildings and is doing pre-testing, which not necessarily means we’re base lining a Michele Solomon, has multiple functions. The the most current type, al- student’s numbers. Every customer care coordinator idea is to satisfy both the though many people still use student will end up on the for the Office of Integrated curricular and co-curricular chlorine. But, when you’ve other side of this with a Marketing and Public Rela- needs of the institution by got it in an enclosed facility, health transcript. So, we’re tions at Oakwood Univer- bringing the two together then the chlorine contributes base lining their numbers, sity in Huntsville, Ala., in- in one space in which both to the corrosion of pipes and then we are using the eight terviewed Leslie N. Pollard, can occur. that sort of thing. CREATION Health princi- Ph.D., D.Min., president ples — in partnership with of Oakwood University, MS: What is the pro- MS: What part will the Florida Hospital — which regarding proposed plans posed site for the Center, Center play in the Healthy call for Choice, Rest, En- for the long-anticipated and will it be accessible to Campus 2020 initiative? vironment, Activity, Trust, Health and Wellness Center the Huntsville community? LP: The Center will Interpersonal, Outlook, that is to become a part of LP: God willing, it’s play a significant role in Nutrition — and then we the Oakwood University going to be quite a big the Healthy Campus 2020 post-test, and we track this landscape in the very near footprint, incorporating the initiative because it will be every year to see if through future. Here are some of Market Square, Ashby Audi- the place where a lot of the exercise, and through the exciting updates shared torium, the Beach Natatori- the lifestyle education takes the commitment to CRE- in the recent interview. um, the Millet Activity Center place. So, we’re going to ATION Health principles, — and extending across the have it in the classroom, there is a measureable ben- MS: What is the main track and tennis courts — because we’re going to re- efit to the health outcomes focus of the Health and yet there will be elements work OU 101, the freshman of the students that we’re Wellness Center, and whom of it that will be completely seminar class, and take the tracking. So, that’s what is it designed to serve? new. For instance, the Ashby Healthy Campus principles we’re trying to do with LP: The main focus side is going to be a com- and embed them in OU 101. Healthy Campus 2020 — to of the Health and Well- pletely new facility, whereas That’s on the curricular side. track students — and CRE- ness Center is to provide with the natatorium, the ar- The extra-curricular side is ATION Health serves as the the kind of facility needed chitects have told us that we where a lot of the actual key intervention. for the faculty, staff, and just need to tear down the physical activity will take students to experience walls and rebuild the locker place. There needs to be a MS: This is going to wholeness of life and life- rooms. The actual hole in space that’s dedicated to that span an average of four style. The primary focus, the ground for the pool is — operationalizing Healthy years for each student, of course, is always the very serviceable and quite Campus 2020 — and that’s correct? students. Its intention is to current. Not many institu- what the Health and Well- LP: Yes, every year serve both the academic tions have a full, Olympic- ness Center will satisfy. that they’re here. The actual and the non-academic pro- sized swimming pool as program begins in August grams of the University, so Oakwood does. We are MS: How does the of 2015 — but it has already it has to be a complex that talking about some of the plan for a Health and Well- started. The lead-up to the

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actual launch started July 22, to get their vision, their see one floor now, with one jected cost for this facility? 2014, when we made the interests, and what would full-length court, we plan to LP: The projected cost initial presentation to our make the Center relevant to expand that to three. That is $19,030,000, which is colleagues at Florida Hospi- them. Then, from Septem- will give us a lot of seating, part of the big reason that tal. Then, it will run for the ber to October 2015, the an overall seating of 5,000. we’re building it where we next four years. schematic design will be are. There was an original worked out. From Novem- MS: Will the Center proposal for a Health and MS: What about the ac- ber 2015 to February 2016, offer a multipurpose type Wellness Center out on the cessibility of this facility to design and development of space? Adventist Boulevard area, the Huntsville community? will take place. Construc- LP: Yes, it will. In the right across from the main LP: Because it will be tion documents are to be gymnasium, we plan on security booth, but the think- on the interior of Oakwood’s secured sometime between using a lot of digital and ing was — when we talked campus, the same security March and November of HD-equipment so that with the architects — that measures will apply. Hunts- 2016 — we’ll be working we can facilitate viewing if we built a stand-alone ville community members on that consistently — and events, like movies, plays facility without capitalizing who wish to belong to the then construction would and entertainment media. on the existing space, the Center will have to access be intended to begin in price of the building would the facility through the secu- December of 2016 and MS: Can the Center be double, from $19M to $38M. rity gate, as they do now for completed June of 2018. considered part of Oak- That’s because everything any campus event. This will So, it will take about 18 wood’s revenue-generating — all of the infrastructure help us maintain a secured months to construct it. industries, and if so, what — would need to be put potential do you think this in place at the front of the project has for producing campus because it’s just additional revenue for the currently not there. That’s a institution? beautiful field, but that’s all it LP: I think it can be, but is — a field. I think it will have limited revenue-generating power. MS: I’m sure that you’ve Now, we can always rent out already identified some ma- certain spaces for particular jor donors for this project. events, and that will be a form LP: Yes. The first major of revenue generation, but for donor gift we’ve already campus. Although the plan the most part, we see this as a received is $2M from is to offer memberships, the MS: What are some of service center to the curricular Adventist Health Systems. principle use will be for the the unique features of the and co-curricular needs of This project represents the curricular and co-curricular proposed Center? the institution. We have other largest construction project needs of the institution. LP: Some of the unique things on and off campus in the history of Oakwood features will be offices for that are revenue generators University. It represents 25 MS: What is the con- the United Student Move- for us. There might be some years of conversation about struction model and time- ment. In addition, we’ll possibility of some rev- the needs of our campus line for the Center? house the Office of Spiritual enue generation by selling in the wellness area. At the LP: We began with a Life there. There’s conversa- memberships to the club, April 20, 2015, Board ses- notice to proceed, which tion about a rehabilitation but we’re not competing sion, the Board of Trustees, was voted by our Board lab that satisfies the physi- with the people in Hunts- under the direction of Elder of Trustees on May 1, cal therapy curriculum. We ville who do that every day Dan Jackson, president of 2015, and then we’ll do foresee seating for about for their living. Again, our the North American Divi- the programming phase 3,500 on the bleachers, focus is on advancing the sion, determined that it was from May through August with another 1,500 on the spiritual and academic mis- really time to move on a 2015 — which means this floors. We intend to expand sion of the institution. project like this. summer, we’ll be meeting the gym to three times its with people on campus, current size. So, where you MS: What is the pro-

July 2015 • T IDINGS 23 Adventist University of Health Sciences

Adventist University Celebrates Nursing Students Occasionally time shared a story of legendary become a nurse. She is now to help faculty fund their can get away from us. We NFL coach,Vince Lombardi not only a full-time nurse research and doctoral stud- can easily forget who we sitting down his players after but an author of two books ies. The six faculty recipients were when we first started a loss and asking them what specifically on nursing, and were Nel Thomas, Leesuk he was holding in his a writer for The New York Ferencsik, Janice Lowden- hands. Preston went on Times. Stokely, Daisy Dalegowski, to explain that what he Brown opened up her Lynelle F. Callender, Sydney had in his hands was a speech on what she calls L. Moran, and Patricia Ratliff. football, that he needed her “lessons of faith.” She Second, faculty and to go back to the basics explained that in order to students celebrated the con- to get his players back succeed one must keep faith tributions of Jan Preston, as on track. That is ex- in their job and keep faith she plans to retire at the end actly what the Celebrate with oneself. of this year. Nurses event strives to “It may sound simple, A faculty member said do. but work can get hectic of Preston, “Our life is like Theresa Brown, Ph.D., inspired Preston said, “The and you can easily lose a race God has set before students by sharing her “lessons of goal of today is to bring faith. You must remember us. We have to train for the faith” for new nurses. all of you together so the person you were when life God has given us and you don’t become too you first chose to become a pass our knowledge to our something new, like nursing absorbed by your work nurse, because that person school, and lose that spark that you forget about your is the best version of your of excitement that led us purpose. It is our prayer nurse self, someone full of down a specific road. For that you will be blessed and dedication and excitement.” that reason and more, Ad- recommitted to living ADU’s Brown summed it up ventist University of Health mission of practicing health- perfectly for students when Sciences (ADU) Department care as ministry.” she said, “As a nurse you of Nursing in Orlando, Fla., Following Preston’s show up whatever the situ- holds an annual Celebrate address, two recent ADU ation, you do your job, you Nursing event where nursing graduates offered get it done, and you get to students are re-inspired to advice to current students. feel proud of yourself in the continue on their journey of Mark Crofton described his end.” becoming a nurse. time as a student, the tough As a symbolic represen- ADU nursing students partici- The event took place times and the good times, tation of the selfless service pated in a hand-washing cer- inside Florida Hospital’s and had the crowd laughing these nursing students are emony as a symbolic reminder Church, where nearly every out loud. He finished with a giving by dedicating their life of the selfless service they are seat was taken by either a helpful tip: “The best advice to God and their occupation, giving by becoming a nurse. wide-eyed nursing student I can give you is to have the department conducted or a faculty member eager faith in God, yourself, and its traditional hand-washing students so they can become to see them succeed. Jan faculty, and you too will be ceremony in which every champions for God, and Preston, Ph.D., chair of the a BSN, RN.” Pamela Ken- student participated as a that is what she has done so Department of Nursing, ad- ney spoke next and asked dedication of themselves to well.” dressed the crowd, remind- students to cultivate an God and to His service. The event ended in ing them that nursing is not atmosphere of encourage- The event came to its tears, laughter, and hugs, just an occupation, it is a ment for one another, as this conclusion with two special and everyone came together calling. is what her cohort did to be honors. First, donors Jean as one. Students and faculty “We all have one com- successful. and Norman Gould, who were left inspired and rein- mon purpose: to extend the The highlight of the established an endowment vigorated to stay on track healing ministry of Christ. event was guest speaker for nursing faculty members, and follow the course God That is why God chose you Theresa Brown, Ph.D., who met their first recipients of has set before them. to be in this profession,” decided to leave her job as a awards from the fund. This —BY MEGHAN BRESCHER explained Preston. She college English professor to scholarship was developed

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Renewable Scholarships Available for Service-Minded High School Students earning a either the homes of older on families, schools, and maximum adults or in a nearby care communities all around the of $1,000 facility. Once assigned, stu- North American Division.” which can dents perform a combina- More than 70 educa- be renewed tion of chore and compan- tors visited Southern April for four ionship activities that range 16-17, during the annual years. from light housecleaning spring conference for AS- ASSIST and yard work, to playing SIST and Partnering for is a schol- games or simply visiting. Eternity (PFE). PFE, like arship grant Though ASSIST has ex- ASSIST, was designed to program isted since 2006, program connect students with the managed manager Amanda Tortal, elderly, but PFE caters to by South- MSW, hopes this new K-8 students and is more ern that scholarship will further focused on companionship. Beginning in the fall encourages students from ignite a desire for service. Any Adventist school 2015 semester, Southern Seventh-day Adventist high “We want students and across the country can par- students who participated schools across the country their families to know that ticipate in either the ASSIST in the ASSIST program dur- to serve and form relation- Southern values service or PFE programs. For more ing high school are eligible ships with elderly adults. enough to award them for information about getting for University scholarships. Students are employed the work they did in high your school involved, call Students receive $250 through their academy’s school,” Tortal said. “It has 423-236-2561 or visit south- for each semester they ASSIST-funded program, been incredible to see the ern.edu/assist. took part in the program, and assigned to work in impact this program has —BY MYRON MADDEN Healthcare Administration Program Ranked Among Best in the Nation Southern’s healthcare the School of Business and tague, Ph.D., professor. administration program was Management. “That is why someone recognized as one of the Southern provides un- would choose this program best in the nation by Public dergraduate and graduate instead of studying else- Health Online, an organiza- degrees for students inter- where.” tion that provides college ested in becoming health- Montague believes students with expert-driven care administrators. The growth potential makes information about public program also offers a dual healthcare administration an health. The University was degree with the School of excellent field to consider. listed as a Top 50 Best Nursing, allowing students Several graduates from the Health Administration to have a well-rounded program are now in highly Program for 2015 based on grasp of the field. Though placed executive positions its student-to-faculty ratio, many of the universities on within Adventist Health Sys- job placement rate, num- the Top 50 list have excel- tem and local hospitals, and Professor Robert Montague, Ph.D. ber of concentrations, and lent programs, Southern is the possibilities for employ- are jobs, and those jobs availability of financial aid, unique in its integration of ment are still wide open. are very well paid. This among other factors. faith and learning. “The job market has is a terrific field; even in “This recognition is a “The premier feature turned toward healthcare,” a down economy, people validation of our commit- in our curriculum is the Montague said. “More and still like to get fixed when ment to excellence,” said Christian values compo- more dollars are going they’re broken.” Mark Hyder, J.D., dean for nent,” said Robert Mon- into healthcare, so there —BY MYRON MADDEN

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Carolina Noticias

Primeros Frutos de la Campaña Compartiendo Esperanza

Desde el 18 La directora al 25 de abril, la misionera continúa iglesia de St. Pauls monitoreando el en Carolina del “Programa de Oración Norte llevó a cabo la Compartiendo campaña de cosecha Esperanza” en “Compartiendo los 10 minutos Esperanza.” misioneros. Allí se El evento fue elevan oraciones organizado por en conjunto por los el departamento 200 interesados, y de obra misionera los 40 laicos que dirigido por les están dando los Silvia Chilel, en estudios bíblicos. coordinación con los Se presentan estos diversos ministerios nombres frente tromo de la iglesia. El de gracia para que el evangelista invitado Espíritu Santo obre en fue el pastor Samuel ellos para salvación. Hernandez, de Con la ayuda y México, y presentó bendición de Dios mensajes Cristo- se espera que muy céntricos que pronto ellos formen tocaron los corazones todas las mañanas. Muchos llamado de entregar sus parte de la grey. de visitas y miembros asistieron a estos encuentros vidas a Cristo y demostrarlo ELÍAS SANDOVAL, PASOR presentes., guiándolos a fin de ser refrigerados por a través del bautismo. El DEL DISTRITO a tomar decisiones en la Palabra de Dios. sábado 25 por la mañana, favor de Jesús. Hernández El viernes 24 por la 2 almas más se añadieron al estuvo a cargo de los cultos noche la iglesia se regocijó grupo. Previo a la campaña, devocionales “A Solas con al presenciar los primeros hubo un bautismo de 2 Jesús” que se llevaron a frutos de la campaña. Cinco personas representando las cabo a partir de las 5:00 personas respondieron al primicias de lo que vendría.

Florida Noticias Bautismo en Melbourne

El sábado 23 de mayo el corolario de una semana Bogotá, Colombia. Los seguir adelante la obra del siete personas entregaron de evangelismo a cargo miembros de la iglesia Señor. sus vidas a Jesús y fueron del pastor Henry Beltrán fueron también bendecidos JORGE ROJAS, PASTOR DEL bautizadas en Melbourne, presidente de la asociación con las predicaciones y DISTRITO Florida. La ceremonia fue del Alto Magdalena en quedaron motivados a

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Florida Noticias

Espíritu de Solidaridad las lecciones de escuela sabática al Nepalí, está altamente comprometido en la tarea de ayuda a quienes han sufrido pérdidas, y agradeció el gesto en nombre de la iglesia Adventista en Nepal. AZAEL PITTÍ, PASTOR DEL DISTRITO

Estudiante de Teología que quedó viuda, parada frente a su hogar destruido.

El gran terremoto que los que sufren, las sacudió Nepal el 25 de iglesias de Spring abril, con una magnitud Hill y Clearwater de 7.9 ha dejado una se unieron en profunda cicatriz en la una colecta y sociedad, que hasta el enviaron fondos momento vivía una vida que fueron usados tranquila. Miles de personas para adquirir perdieron sus vidas y otras artículos de tantas quedaron sin techo. primera necesidad. Movidos por el Espíritu de Bhaju, miembro Cristo, que siempre está de iglesia que se Caverna que ha sido adaptada para albergar damnificados atento a las necesidades de encarga de traducir Instituto Fiel

y en Fort Myers. En este Abdiel del Toro, director aprendizaje tendrá una último lugar, después del área, dirigió el culto orientación práctica. del mensaje de apertura devocional. El director de También se participará de presentado por el pastor FIEL Rolando de los Ríos una investigación sobre Dr. Henry Barrios presentando anfitrión y director del área presentó la primera clase, textos que resultan menos la clase de Hermenéutica Jaziel Muñoz, los pastores seguido por el doctor sencillos de comprender, Daniel Amich y Luis prieto Henry Barrios quien tuvo a y basados en la Biblia se Con las clases fueron los encargados de su cargo la enseñanza de aprenderán formas simples presentadas el domingo la enseñanza planificada Hermenéutica. de explicarlos. 2 de mayo se dio por para ese día. El programa de este TOMADO DEL BOLETÍN concluido el ciclo del En la iglesia de West trimestre ha creado las INFORMATIVO DEL INSTITUTO segundo trimestre de este Palm Beach sucedió bases para el siguiente F.I.E.L año en West Palm Beach algo similar. El pastor período, en el que el

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Georgia-Cumberland Noticias

Sueño Realizado

El sábado 4 de abril la til. Todo el terreno está espaciosas oficinas. gratitud por esta ben- iglesia hispana de Marietta rodeado por un pintoresco “Elevamos votos de dición recibida. Somos vio materializado un sueño bosque de conscientes de que la acariciado por más de 15 pinos. El edifi- razón por la que tenemos años, al realizar su primer cio consta de templos es para llenarlos servicio de adoración en 13.500 pies de almas. Dios está feliz su propio templo. Ubicada cuadrados y de que le adoremos con en la ciudad de Mableton, posee ocho comodidad, pero su prin- GA, esta linda propiedad salones de cipal deseo es que con- adquirida con el esfuerzo reunión, una quistemos el área que nos y compromiso de la her- cocina indus- rodea en cumplimiento mandad, consta de siete trial, un come- de la misión.” acres de terreno con esta- dor espacioso, RICHARD URDANETA, cionamiento, áreas verdes, un hermoso PASTOR DEL DISTRITO canchas y parque infan- santuario y

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Kentucky-Tennessee Noticias

La Ciudad Cubierta de Centinelas consecuencias de salvación. o cantar en el coro infantil. Luego de organizarse, se El pastor Neftalí Ortiz hizo dividieron y salieron por lo propio en Lexington, la ciudad de Memphis, Kentucky. Los participantes Tennessee, a distribuir regresaron compartiendo revistas El Centinela. experiencias que incentivan Tuvieron una buena a la iglesia en el trabajo por reacción de parte del las almas. público. Algunas personas, ARMANDO DE LEÓN, viendo a tantos jovencitos DIRECTOR DEL Jovencitos preparándose para salir envueltos en tan noble DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO actividad, preguntaron si Miembros de doce unieron en una actividad podían traer a sus hijos congregaciones se que seguramente traerá para participar en el club,

Grupo completo

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Kentucky-Tennessee Noticias

¡Viva Jesús, Viva Mejor! de seminarios-talleres de cocina saludable, por Yosca Monterroso, mantenimiento del automóvil, presentado por un mecánico profesional, cuidados de la salud, por el doctor Ángel Mendoza, salud emocional a cargo del Capellán pastor Luis Ruiz, mantenimiento profesional de pisos y alfombras, por el hermano Gabriel Ruiz, etc. La asistencia fue muy buena, y 21 personas están relacionándose con La primera campaña Jesús, Viva Mejor! Evangelios, estuvo a cargo la iglesia y estudiando la de evangelismo del 2015 El evento fue del pastor del distrito. Biblia como resultado. en el distrito Metropolitano coordinado por Neftalí Cada noche, la primera ARMANDO DE LEÓN, de Louisville, KY, se llevó Pérez, y la predicación, parte del programa estuvo DIRECTOR DEL a cabo bajo el lema ¡Viva basada en los cuatro dedicada a la presentación DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO

South Atlantic Noticias Bautismos de Semana Santa en el Distrito Warsaw

Clinton, pareja de jóvenes contrayentes, candidatos de bautismo Candidatos de Goldsboro, y bautismo de Clinton Warsaw presencia del Espíritu Santo misionero de los clubes y 3 personas bajaron a El sábado 4 de abril se sintió poderosamente. La del liderazgo juvenil de la las aguas del bautismo. se celebró un bautismo iglesia continúa trabajando congregación, 2 personas Dos de ellas se casaron en la Iglesia de Warsaw al para traer almas al redil, y se bautizaron el sábado el día anterior, y juntos finalizar el encuentro de planean comprar un templo 4 de Abril para honra y comenzaron una nueva Semana Santa. El pastor del en un futuro cercano. gloria de Dios. vida en Jesús. distrito Ismael Uribe, ofició Goldsboro Clinton ISMAEL URIBE, PASTOR DEL esta ceremonia en la que la Gracias al trabajo El sábado 11 de abril, DISTRITO

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South Atlantic Noticias

Bautismo de Semana Santa en Raleigh Al finalizar la serie de los viernes de noche en sario con el fin de llevar EFRAÍN POLOCHE, DIRECTOR evangelismo de Semana la casa de una familia no el mensaje de salvación a DEL DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO Santa el sábado 4 de abril, adventista. David Ubiera, otros. 21 personas bajaron a las Ramón Garay y otros aguas del bautismo en Ra- laicos, colaboraron cada leigh, Carolina del Norte. semana y demostraron la El Pastor Osmin eficacia de este método de Hernández de la Aso- evangelismo. ciación Regional del Lago Esta campaña fue pa- fue el evangelista invitado, trocinada en términos de y junto a su esposa dedicó finanzas por los miembros toda la semana a presentar de la iglesia, quienes no la Palabra de Dios. acudieron a la asociación La iglesia Gethsemani con un pedido de fondos. de Raleigh, había iniciado Ellos están altamente com- la preparación del terreno prometidos en la tarea de en diciembre con un gru- ganar almas, y dispuestos po pequeño que se reunía a hacer lo que sea nece-

Southeastern Noticias Orando por la Comunidad

El martes 5 de mayo, tener un encuentro con el ciudad, los proyectos, y Biblia al Alcalde. un grupo de líderes se Alcalde y algunos de sus líderes de la comunidad. ROGER ÁLVAREZ, DIRECTOR llegaron al City Hall de colaboradores. El objetivo Antes de terminar la DEL DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO la ciudad de Miami para del mismo fue orar por la reunión, se entregó una

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Southeastern Noticias

Princesas en Entrenamiento El ministerio de la mujer ha creado una división a la que ha denominado Princesas en Entrenamiento. La misma recluta jovencitas de 13 años en adelante, que entre otras cosas se dedican a orientar a otras muchachas en el tema del aborto. Uno de los lugares en los que se trabajó es un centro en el que años atrás se realizaban estas operaciones y en la actualidad se dedica a ayudar y educar a las mujeres en contra de esta práctica. Se se repartieron ejemplares este ministerio en la iglesia Carrasquillo. llevó ropa y diferentes del libro “ El Camino a de los Peregrinos son ARNALDO CRUZ, PASTOR DEL artículos para bebés, y Cristo”. Las directoras de Rachel Cobas y Christie DISTRITO Prevención de Crímenes y Abusos en Contra de la Mujer

El ministerio femenino organizó un seminario sobre prevención de crímenes y abusos en contra de la mujer, que tuvo una buena asistencia. El sargento Carl Zogby de la policía de la ciudad fue el encargado de la presentación. Este ministerio está trabajando arduamente en favor de una mejor calidad de vida para la comunidad, como Jesús lo hacía cuando estuvo en esta tierra. ROGER ALVAREZ, DIREC- TOR DEL DEPARTAMENTO HISPANO

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Southern Adventist University Noticias

Becas Orientadas a Motivar el Servicio programas financiados increíble ver el impacto por ASSIST, y asignados que tiene este programa a trabajar en las casas en las familias, escuelas, de estos adultos, o en y comunidades en la algún edificio cercano. División Norteamericana.” Allí brindan compañía, Más de 70 educadores juegan con ellos, les leen, vinieron a Southern entre y ayudan en las tareas del abril 16 y 17 durante la hogar. conferencia anual de ASSIST fue creado primavera de ASSIST, en el 2006, y la directora y la Asociación Para la del programa, Amanda Eternidad (PFE). PFE Tortal, MSW, espera que promueve este programa esta nueva beca sea un entre los estudiantes El próximo podrán recibir hasta un incentivo más para crear de kínder hasta octavo semestre de otoño, los máximo de 1.000 dólares hábitos y deseos de grado y su enfoque estudiantes de Southern por los cuatro años. servicio entre los jóvenes. es el compañerismo. que participaron en el ASSIST es un programa “Queremos que los Ambos programas están programa ASSIST mientras de becas administrado estudiantes y sus familias disponibles para cualquier estaban en bachillerato por Southern para motivar sepan cuánto valora escuela adventista del recibirán una beca a los estudiantes de las Southern el servicio, y país. Para más información renovable de cuatro años. escuelas adventistas del lo vean demostrado por llame al (423) 236- La misma consta de 250 país, a crear amistades y medio de los premios 2561 o envíe un correo dólares por cada semestre ayudar a adultos de edad otorgados por el trabajo electrónico a tortala@ de bachillerato en el avanzada. Los estudiantes que hicieron mientras southern.edu. que participaron en este son empleados por sus estaban en la escuela MYRON MADDEN, EDITOR SAU programa. Al renovarla academias a través de los secundaria,” dijo. “Ha sido Nuevas Carreras en Tecnología Incluyen un Énfasis en la Administración de Empresas

El departamento de el trabajo,” dijo Mark que los graduados puedan generación.” Tecnología está añadiendo Hyder, JD, decano de la mantener sus negocios La tecnología dos carreras completas de Escuela de Negocios y como empresarios. Los automotriz está creciendo cuatro años a su catálogo: Administración. “Estos profesores de Southern también, con una demanda Licenciatura de Tecnología programas expandidos le creen que los adventistas mayor de trabajo. “Podemos en Administración de proveen a los estudiantes que se gradúan de conseguirle empleo a cada Servicios de Construcción, y un paquete completo en estos oficios, hacen una estudiante que se gradúa de Licenciatura de Tecnología materia de formación.” inversión de alcances este programa,” dijo Dale en Administración de Según la Oficina de eternos. “Necesitamos más Walters, profesor asociado Servicio Automotriz. Trabajo y Estadística de iglesias y escuelas,” dijo del Departamento de Ambas ofrecen un nivel EE.UU, las carreras en John Youngberg, profesor Tecnología. de asociado, que se puede Administración de los asociado del Departamento Los futuros estudiantes continuar con dos años Servicios de Construcción de Tecnología. “Una de y negocios que quieran adicionales enfocados en están en aumento. mis misiones es construir trabajar en conjunto con la Administración y Mercadeo. Además de incrementar las una fuente de trabajo que universidad, pueden visitar “El oficio de manejar posibilidades de obtener mantenga el crecimiento southern.edu/technology una empresa va más allá un trabajo y estabilidad en y buen estado de la para más información. que hacer simplemente una carrera, se apunta a iglesia para la próxima JULIA BONNEY, EDITORA

July 2015 • T IDINGS 33 Obituaries

BOWER, William M., Sr., 88, born Sept. 6, 1926 in Coral Gables, FL, died April 17, 2015 at home in Eustis, FL, with his loving wife, Geri, by his side. He along with Pastor Obed Graham started the Umatilla, FL, Church where he was a member for the past 12 years. He spent his youth in Ft. Washington, MD. While serving in the Navy during WWII aboard the USS Solar, he survived an explosion while unloading ammunition at the Navy pier in NJ. He married Betty Lee Thorne, the mother of his three children in 1946. The family moved to Florida and became involved in helping to build For- est Lake Church in Apopka. In 1957, they moved back to Maryland for the next 10 years to own and operate the Regency Nursing Home left to him by his brother. His greatest achievement in life was working for the Lord. In 1974, he moved back to Florida with the thoughts of retiring, but the Lord had other plans. He became involved with the United Prison Ministries where he served as national director; ASI president of the Southern Union Chapter; head elder at several churches; a lay pastor; and was instrumental in building many churches including Mt. Dora, Lady Lake, and the aforementioned Forest Lake and Umatilla churches; and was involved in many Maranatha projects. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Geri; two sons: Bill Jr. (Peggy), and John (Debbie); one daughter, Judy (Doug) Remington; one step-son, Donald Galbraith; one step-daughter, Dona (Mike) Spaventa; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and six step great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Betty Lee Bower; one brother, Donald; and one sister, Ruth.

CARITHERS-HUDSON, Juanita Jo, 91, born Aug. 28, 1923 in Bristow, OK, died May 4, 2015 in Naples, FL. She graduated from Forest Lake Academy and Southern Missionary College (now Southern Adventist University) in 1943. She lived in Miami, FL, taught school at Greater Miami Academy, and attended Miami Temple and Miami Springs churches. She retired after 40 years as office manager for an oral surgeon, and moved to North Fort My- ers, FL, and joined the Fort Myers Church. During all the years with the Church, she was active in all divisions and was especially devoted to the youth. In her later years, she married Ray Hudson who predeceased her on Dec. 15, 2013. They were both active members of the Hendersonville, NC, Church. She is survived by one brother, Herbert Paul Carithers; one sister, Patricia Wilkison; many nieces; and nephews. The graveside service was conducted by Pastor Luis Badillo, retired pastor of Miami Temple Church. Interment was at Flagler Memorial Park in Miami.

CARSON, Ruthele W., 90, born Aug. 25, 1924 in Candler, NC, died March 28, 2015 in Jupiter, FL. She was a member of the Forest Lake Church for 24 years. After graduating from Washington Missionary College (now Washington Adventist University) in 1943, she married Sam Carson in Pastor Glenn Coon’s front yard. She was an employee of Florida Hospital from 1978 to 1998, first as a clerical assistant and then as an administrative assistant and executive secretary. She was a girl Friday that could fit into any position. In retirement, she worked on many projects for the Florida Conference Communication Department. She was cut out of a different cloth and made out of a different mold. She left a message for all her friends to meet her under the olive tree next to the crystal river in Heaven. She is survived by one son, Barry (Lynne) Carson of Jupiter, FL; one daughter, Kay (George) Webb of Mc- Cormick, GA; six grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Sam Carson; and one son, Michael, who died at 17 years of age in 1969. The memorial service was conducted by Pat Shanko at the Florida Living Retirement Center in Apopka, FL.

HALLMAN, David Allen, 63, born June 2, 1951 in Takoma Park, MD, died Nov. 29, 2014. He was the third of four children born to Ralph and Hazel Hallman. After battling cancer for several years, he went to sleep in Jesus surrounded by family members at his home. Beginning with a career in carpentry then moving into church ministry, he spent 30 years working at five different conference-owned youth camps—Camp Berkshire, Camp Kulaqua, Laurel Lake Camp, Camp Mohave, and Cohutta Springs Conference Center—and one boarding academy, Blue Mountain Academy. Many of his projects will live on in his memory. In his spare time, he loved playing and watching sports, vacationing, camping, and looking for lighthouses. But his love for his children and grandchildren far extended any of the above. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Dunn Hallman; his mother, Hazel Miller Hallman; two children: Russell (Kristen) Hallman of Brainerd, MN, and Christina Rachelle Hallman of Cleveland, TN; two grandchildren: Sean Hallman and Haley Bird; two sisters: Judee (Dave) Spicer, and Karen (Cliff) Ingersoll; one brother, Wesley (Joyce) Hallman; one aunt, Ruth Hallman Heller; numerous cousins; nieces; and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph. A burial service was held on Dec. 4, 2014 in Star, MS.

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HEDRICK, Mary Belle Mahn, 94, born May 30, 1920 in Rocky Point, NC, died Jan. 15, 2015 in Calhoun, GA. She was a member of the Calhoun Church. She was a teacher in the Carolina Conference for more than 25 years, many of which were at the Wilmington, NC, Adventist Church School. She and her husband spent one year in Thailand, and one year in Singapore as missionaries. She is survived by one brother, Louis (Delores) Mahn, of Portland, OR; one daughter, Dottie (Wilfred) Starr of Calhoun, GA; one son-in-law, John (Janis) Swafford of Calhoun, GA; two granddaughters: Lynnette (Troy) Hollenbeck, of Knoxville, TN, and Lisa Swafford of Calhoun, GA; and two great-grandchildren: Ashley and Jason Hollenbeck. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Hedrick; her parents, Willie and Clara Belle Mahn; three brothers: Morris Mahn, Richard Mahn Sr., and Leonard Mahn; two sisters: Vivian Mahn and Sara Mahn; and one daughter, Evelyn Swafford. A celebration of life was held at Calhoun Church on Feb. 14, 2015, and the graveside service on Feb. 15, in Collegedale, TN.

HEFFERLIN, Ray, 86, born in 1929 in Paris, France, died March 7, 2015. He was a globally-renowned physicist, Southern Adventist University professor, and beloved husband and father. Though his research and professional curiosity would take him all over the world, he loved the Chattanooga area, and spent the last 60 years calling Collegedale home. He moved to California with his father at the age of seven. He received his bachelor’s degree from Pacific Union College in 1951, and later a doctorate from California Institute of Technology. He married Inelda Phillips in 1954, and shortly thereafter accepted a position as professor at Southern in 1955. His passion for physics was evidenced early on as a young professional. He spent the summers of 1957 and 1958 in California at the National Radiation Defense Lab, and even witnessed two atomic blasts. His research there, combined with his job at Southern, led to consulting positions with Oak Ridge National Laboratory near Knoxville, TN. During the 1960s he received his first research grant and focused on experimental spectroscopy, studying the interaction between matter and radiated energy. By the 1970s, he switched to more theoretical work and, along with Southern students and a colleague in New York City, began creating a chart (similar to the periodic table of elements) that organized diatomic molecules in a way that highlighted their similar properties. Always in pursuit of better data, he led his team in refining this chart through the years. The result was a definitive work that is being used today by students and scientists internationally. Despite these and other successes—he published more than 80 peer-reviewed articles on a variety of topics, and met or corresponded with nearly a dozen Nobel Prize winners—he mentored Southern students with humble and heartfelt enthusiasm. Countless projects moved forward under his watch, and graduates who studied with him have worked in such notable fields as Higgs boson research and human genome sequenc- ing. Age had little impact on his professional vigor and willingness to support students with similar intellectual interests. Last year he traveled to Turkey with Southern senior Josh Barrow to attend the International Advances in Applied Physics and Materials Science Congress. During a recent interview with Southern’s campus magazine, he described what motivated him and others, to live a life consumed by this level of drive for new understandings. “For many students, research is the holy grail that their individual make-up has been harboring unknown for years. For some, it’s music or art. But for those in physics and engineering, it’s finding what God has put into nature for them to discover.” He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Inelda; four daughters: Lorelei Hefferlin (Steve) Powers, Jennifer Hefferlin (David) Harrell, Heidi Hefferlin (Craig) Kro- nenberg, and Melissa Hefferlin (Daud) Akhriev; seven grandsons; one granddaughter; and two great-grandchildren. His memorial service was held at the Collegedale, TN, Church on March 25, 2015. Don Hall, a 1960 Southern graduate and among the first students Ray mentored on a research project, offered one of the eulogies.

HENDERSON, O.R. “Rogers,” 94, died March 28, 2015 in Avon Park, FL. He was a native of Orlando, FL. He completed a ministerial degree in 1947, and was among the second graduating class of the then newly established Southern Missionary College (now Southern Adventist University) in Collegedale, TN. It was there he met his future wife, Mary Riley. After college graduation, Rogers and Mary spent a year in Madison, TN, studying to become licensed practical nurses. They believed that the message of Christ encompassed both spiritual and physical healing, and were preparing to carry the Gospel light around the world. They were not called, however, to some foreign mission field but to the foothills of Kentucky’s Appalachian Mountains, which was just as challenging in its own way. The people of these ridges and valleys were wary of outsiders and suspicious that Mary and Rogers just might be the worst kind of government spies—revenuers! No one even wanted to rent them a place to live until finally an old man felt pity and offered up an abandoned ramshackle house. But the Hendersons were determined to live like the locals and win their trust. They chased out the roosting chickens, hauled their water from a creek, and lit oil lamps at dusk. One Sabbath afternoon, Rogers and Mary invited several young girls on a picnicking and birdwatching adventure. As they hiked and scanned the trees with their binoculars, the girls suddenly disappeared into the woods. Only much later were they told of the silent men standing guard over their liquor stills, shotguns aimed and ready. Months passed as the Hendersons taught of Jesus’ love, and nursed the sick until finally Rogers was accepted as “the little preacher.” A number of souls were baptized and Rogers planned and built the first Seventh-day Adventist church in the area, doing much of the work himself. His ministry eventually took him to other parts of Kentucky, Florida, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. He retired from the Rocky Mountain Conference at the end of 1980. He was a member of the Adventist Theological Society, Southern Adventist University Alumni, American Birding Association, and the Nature Conservancy. His hobbies included birding, wildflowers, nature study in general, photography, scientific creation research, and carpentry. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary Riley Henderson; one son, Michel, and his wife, Jill; his sister, Dottie Henderson Scogin; nieces; one nephew; and cousins.

July 2015 • T IDINGS 35 Obituaries TAYLOR, June Laura, 92, born on Nov. 3, 1922 in Fresno, CA, died March 15, 2015 at Country Haven Retire- ment Center in Ringgold, GA. She was married to Charles Richard Taylor for 72 years until he died Feb. 18, 2014. She spent her childhood and youth in the San Francisco Bay area, living in Albany and Berkeley, and attending Golden Gate Academy. She went to college at Pacific Union College near St. Helena, CA, where she met Charles Taylor, who was training her to replace him as the Spanish teacher’s assistant because she received such good grades in Spanish. They fell in love and married on Aug. 20, 1942. Charles became a Seventh-day Adventist minister, and June had many adventures in Cuba and Mexico, where Charles was a teacher, youth leader, and college president. She became a librarian and teacher, and was always the gracious minister’s wife. From 1967 to 1975, June and Charles lived in Miami, FL, where Charles was head of education for the Inter-American Division, and June worked as an administrative assistant and later editor of the Division’s paper, The Messenger. In 1975, they moved to the Washington, DC, area, where Charles eventually became leader of the Education Department for the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. June worked as an administrative assistant for then-vice president, Alf Lohne, and when he retired, performed other duties in the presidential division. She was a great hostess and always opened her home to her children’s friends, her husband’s colleagues, her neighbors, and anyone who needed a listening ear or a good meal. June and Charles officially retired in 1988, even though they continued to do some part-time work for a time, and were very active in their church. Their family has many fond memories of visiting in their home on Pitcairn Place in Burtonsville, MD. June and Charles moved to Ooltewah, TN, in 2006, where their family enjoyed spending many special times together at Collier Place. In July 2013, due to June’s stroke, she moved to Country Haven Retirement Center where she was lovingly cared for by Jonathan and Rosalie Stockil and their family and staff. June was a sweet, gentle, and gracious lady, and will be very much missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. She is survived by her son, David Taylor and his wife, Ann; two daughters: Donna Evans and Myrna Taylor; her grandson, David Taylor Jr., and his wife, Bobbi, and their son, Bradley; her granddaughter, Laura Evans Ngo, and her husband, Ehren Ngo, and their son, Ethan; her dear friends, Elvira Bressanin and Hans and Trudy Schaer, who became part of the family. June’s memorial service was held on March 29, 2015 in the Valley View Chapel with Pastor David Smith officiating. Interment followed in the Collegedale Memorial Park.

THORESEN, Laurel Erica Dulcie (Palmer), 90, born on Nov. 11, 1924 in Suva, Fiji, died Jan. 20, 2015. She was the daughter of missionaries and the little sister of two brothers, Nelson and Calvin. She attended Longburn Adventist College in New Zealand, where she obtained a degree in elementary education and where she agreed to go on a date with an awkward, shy young man who later got over his shyness long enough to ask for her hand in marriage. As her mother had before her, she faithfully followed her husband to the mission field and served by his side in Vietnam, Hong Kong, and the Middle East. She taught elementary school both abroad and in Fletcher, NC. She was an accomplished pianist and teacher of music who gave the gift of music to many future musicians. Her husband, Dr. Francis Douglas Thoresen, preceded her in death Sept. 11, 2014. She is survived by three children: Garth, Nelson, and Rozanne (Muller); six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Jan. 25, 2015 in the Gospel Chapel at Collegedale, TN, Church.

ATKINS, Edna, 72, born Sept. 19, 1942 in Tru- BIDWELL, Harriet Jean, 89, born Nov. 18, a leader and teacher. She is survived by two sons: mann, AR, died April 28, 2015 in Portland, TN. She 1925 Stutsman Co., ND, died March 7, 2015 in Frederick of Brooklyn, NY, and Rutherford (Vera) was a member of the Highland Church in Portland, Nashville, TN. She was a long-time member of of Irvington, NJ; several grandchildren; and several TN. She is survived by her husband, Wayne; two the Madison Campus Church in Madison, TN, great-grandchildren. The service was conducted daughters: Kristi (Ricky) Wade and Jana Atkins; and worked for many years as a bookkeeper for by Pastor Matthew Christo at the Roberts Bruce two grandchildren: Jacquelyne and Jake Wade; and the Adventist Book Center. She is survived by Chapel East in Ocala. Interment was in the Good four siblings: Jack Bryant, Susie Carroll, Danny three children: James Bidwell, Ted Bidwell, and Shepherd Memorial Gardens in Ocala. Bryant, and Janey McElroy. Allenette Douglas; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. CHAIJ, Vivian Noemi, 56, died Feb. 28, 2015. She BAUMGARTNER, Alberta Theresa Meither, was a member of the Collegedale, TN, Church. She 89, died April 26, 2015. She was a member of the BUSCH, Marilyn Hancock, 68, died Jan. 27, is survived by her husband, Laurence Daniel Chaij; Taylor Mill, KY, Church. She is survived by seven 2015. She was a member of the Boulevard Church two children: Lauren Elise Chaij and Jonathan children: Dora Fry, David Baumgartner, Sandra in Madison, TN. She is survived by her husband of Brandon Chaij; and one brother, Richard Reyes. A Arnold, Mark Baumgartner, Deborah Oldiges, 47 years, Ronald D.; one son, R. Frederec; three memorial service was held March 22, 2015 at Col- Pamela Schilling, and Charles Baumgartner; one brothers: Joe Hancock, David (Ada) Hancock, legedale Church with Victor Czerkasij officiating. brother, Ralph Meither; 12 grandchildren; and and Danny Busch; and one sister-in-law, Barbara Interment followed in Collegedale Memorial Park. nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by (Joe) Schnell. her husband, Harold; and one sister, Anita Tomlin. CHASE, Lucille Huntley, 91, born June 27, 1923 CAMPBELL, Kathleen A., 95, born May 5, 1919 in Belle Garden, Tobago, died Feb. 17, 2015 in BEAUGE, Simone, 68, born Dec. 26, 1946 in Haiti, in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies, died Dec. 14, Ocala, FL. She was a member of the Silver Springs died April 1, 2015 in Gainesville, FL. She was a 2014 in Ocala, FL. She was a member of the Silver Shores Church in Ocala for 29 years. She served member of the Gainesville Church. She is survived Springs Shores Church in Ocala for 29 years, and as a Pathfinder volunteer, choir member, and com- by her four sons: Pascal Maxis, Phillip Maxis, Alex she was one of the pioneers. She was a registered munity services member. She is survived by one Maxis, and Ralph Monestene; three daughters: Muriel nurse with a B.S. degree in health administration, daughter, Jean Huntley of Ocala; two brothers: Mi- Maxis, Anne-Lise Beauge, and Sophie Maxis; and and an M.S. degree in health science. She used these chael and Lawrence; three sisters: Betty, Veronica, four grandchildren. The service was conducted by skills in the church in the health and temperance and Mavis; and four granddaughters. The service Pastor Daniel Graham at Gainesville Church. services. She was very active in Sabbath School as was conducted by Pastor Matthew Christo at the

36 T IDINGS • July 2015 Obituaries Silver Springs Shores Church in Ocala. Interment grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She FL, during a time when children were expected to was at the Forest Lawn Funeral Home in Ocala. was predeceased by her husband, Herbert W. Davis pick cotton full time once they reached a certain Jr. The service was conducted by Pastor Jim Appel age. When Mrs. Martin was pressured to take Helen CLEMENT, Mary Elizabeth “Betty,” born Dec. at the Woodlawn Memorial Park. Interment was at out of school and send her to the cotton fields, 1, 1922 in Bartow, FL, died Oct. 25, 2014. She was the Woodlawn Memorial Park. Mrs. Martin with all of the courage she could call the seventh child of Willie and Mabel Clement, and upon, informed them that Helen was not going to twin sister of William Andrew “Bill” Clement. As DRAFTS, Eugene C., 75, born Aug. 5, 1939 in pick cotton, but would be attending school. That a child, the family relocated to Arcadia, FL, where Lexington County, SC, died April 25, 2015. He decision of her grandmother provided the path she was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist was the son of the late Cecil Eugene and Ella for Helen to satisfy her thirst for learning, and to Church. She married Navy pilot Paull E. Dixon Mae Corley Drafts. He was a proud veteran of the pursue educational goals that propelled her to un- Jr., and five children were born to their union. The United Stated Air Force, having served during the chartered achievements. Her desire for knowledge family eventually moved to Lima, Peru. While in Berlin Crisis. He grew up with his parents on the and learning continue throughout the remainder Peru, Betty suffered the death of her husband in a farm outside of Batesburg-Leesville, SC. He was of her life. Helen was first person in her family plane accident. The family then relocated to Tampa, a rambunctious chap full of life. As the eldest son, since slavery to finish the sixth grade but went on FL. Several years later she met and married retired most days he returned promptly after school to to complete the ninth grade. Helen often told the Air Force Lt. Col. Henry M. “Hank” Kundig, and work on the farm picking cotton and plowing with story of an 8th grade field trip to Tuskegee Institute they had one daughter. Betty was an active member a mule; however, he found time to enjoy fishing and (now University), where she was able to observe of the Southside Church in Tampa, and then the rabbit hunting with his brothers. In July 1955, at the George Washington Carver, wearing a white apron Brandon, FL, Church serving throughout the years age of 16, he joined the Air National Guard so that while working in his laboratory. During that time as the Children’s Sabbath School teacher, deacon- he could earn enough money to purchase a brand blacks could only be educated up to the 9th grade ess, greeter, and on the social committee. She lived new 1959 black Ford. He met the sweetheart of his in Madison County. Her grandmother determined in her south Tampa home until her move to Dalton, life, Retha, at age 20. They were married Dec. 16, that Helen would finish the 12th grade, arranged GA, in 2007. She was a member of the Calhoun, 1960, and shortly after that he was drafted into the for Helen to live with family members while she GA, Church. She resided in Georgia and then Texas Air Force and served his country during the Berlin continued her education in south Florida and later before her death. She is survived by her six children Crisis in Spain. His daughter Debra Roxanne was West Palm Beach, FL, where she completed the and their spouses: Sandra Dixon Sierra of Virginia, born while he was overseas leaving her and Retha 12th grade. Helen eventually identified her desire Paull E. (Sarah) Dixon III of Tennessee, Kenneth to live with his parents. Upon his return in 1962, to make a difference in the lives of disadvantaged (Fran Fernandez) Dixon of Tampa, FL, Terry Dixon he went to work at Shakespeare making fishing small black farmers. With the help and encourage- of North Carolina, Patti (Paul) Dixon Hoover rods. He invented a method of making rod handles ment of her grandmother who picked cotton, and of Washington, Ginger (Mike) Kundig Davis of that doubled the production. Management imple- Helen sold newspapers and life insurance, was able Texas, and one step-daughter, Sally Kundig Carter mented his idea to increase production thereby to earn enough money to enter college. She attended of Orlando, FL. She was a devoted grandmother to increasing revenue. In 1965, He joined the Life Florida A&M College (FAMC) where she earned 18 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She Insurance Company of Georgia as an agent, and a B.A. degree. During her years at Florida A&M, was greatly loved and will be sorely missed. Her immediately set his goals. In June 1966, Gene and she met and married Richard DuBose, and to their kindness, gracious hospitality, and faith in God are Retha were proud parents of their first son, Curtis union three children were born: Janice, Xandra, and legacies she leaves behind to her family and friends. Bryan, who was later laid to rest in 1992. Gene Shelley. She continued her educational pursuits by continued growing in the insurance field and later attending Tuskegee Institute earning a M.A. degree COUCH, Helen M., 64, born Dec. 14, 1950, died became sales manager, and qualified nine times for in agricultural economics. This field of study, being March 10, 2015. She was a member of the Pewee the company’s top sales and service organizations. a traditional male profession, resulted in her being Valley Church, Pewee Valley, KY, where she was And then in 1979, God surprised Gene and Retha the first black woman in the United States to earn active in women’s ministries. She was a dedicated, with another son, Jason Lorne. A true blessing a degree in agricultural economics. After receiving certified nurse assistant at Friendship Manor for 40 from God! Gene was also promoted to Columbia her degree, she worked as head of the Department years. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, district manager of LOG in 1979, overseeing the of Agriculture at Alcorn College in Mississippi. Elisha; two sons: Eddie (Michelle) Couch and Eric sales and service activities of 27 agents and five She went on to teach and conduct research at Ten- Couch; one daughter, Elizabeth (Leroy) Smith; sales managers in the Columbia area. In 1989, he nessee State University. She earned a second M.A. three grandchildren; a host of family; and friends. continued his LOG career serving the last of his degree from San Diego State University in the field total 40½ years as the district manager in the Or- of social work. For several years, she worked as a CROWDER, Henderson, 93, born Aug. 13, 1921 angeburg, SC, office. He retired in 2005, and said social worker for the National Urban League in in Tellico Plains, TN, died Dec. 28, 2014 in Good- he worked harder when retired than when working. Milwaukee, WI. She eventually moved to Georgia lettsville, TN. He was a member of the Madison He loved fishing, gardening, his family, and most where she lived out her final years, growing and Campus Church in Madison, TN. He is survived importantly his God. He served as head deacon in selling a variety of vegetables, as well as manag- by three daughters: Barbara Doolittle, Karen Baker, the Orangeburg Seventh-day Adventist Church, ing and marketing her blackberries and blueberries and Lind Crawford. He was preceded in death by and will be greatly missed by all. Only one thing crop from her “Healing Acres” produce farm. She his wife, Ellen; and one son, John. he regretted in his life was that he did not join the enjoyed writing and reciting poetry for many dif- family of God sooner. He was a hard worker with ferent occasions. She was a member of the African DAVIS, Mattie (Pat), 90, born Dec. 9, 1924 in a few favorite sayings, “Say what you mean, and American Family Farmer Inc., and the Federation Bartow, FL, died Jan. 30, 2015 in Orlando, FL. mean what you say” and “Live life to the fullest of Southern Cooperatives. She is survived by two She was a member of the Kress Memorial Church each day, for tomorrow may never come.” He is daughters: Janice Yamini and Shelley (Wendell) in Winter Park, FL, for five years. She was em- survived by his wife of 54 years, Retha Clamp; one Cheatham; seven grandchildren: Adam (Mary- ployed by Adventist Health System for more than daughter, Debra D. (Steven) Pfaff; one son, Jason Beth), Mikal (Keola), Joseph (Lorice), Jonathan 40 years, serving at Florida Hospital Orlando and (Elizabeth) Drafts; one brother, Ben Drafts; and (Tinisha), Katrina, Najah, and Naazir (Brooke), 14 Manchester Memorial Hospital in Kentucky. She three sisters: Patty Love, Ruth Frick, and Barbara great-grandchildren; other relatives; and friends. and her husband were the driving force behind the Long. He was predeceased by his son, Curtis Drafts; She was preceded in death by her parents; grand- building of the Manchester Memorial Hospital with and two brothers: Morris and Carroll Drafts. mother, Shellie Martin; and her daughter, Xandra the desire to serve the medical needs of the area. Ever DuBose. She loved to read, keep up with the news, watch DUBOSE, Helen J., 95, born to the late John Ellis her 3ABN programs, visit with family and friends, and Idella McGee on March 23, 1919 in Madison, FLAQUEL, Eliane, 95, born June 8 1919 in and enjoy the company of her precious dog, Roxie. FL, died Jan. 23, 2015. Her early years of develop- Haiti, died Nov. 12, 2014 in Roslyn, NY. She was She is survived by one son, Buddy, with whom ment were overseen by her maternal grandmother, a member of the Avon Park, FL, Church. She is she resided in Orlando; three daughters: Debbie Shellie Martin, who was born Dec. 12, 1877. She survived by three sons: Roger of Avon Park, Ronald (Craig) Smith of Manchester, KY, Donna Rupe of provided the foundational principles that guided the of Michigan, and Moses of Miami; one daughter, Orlando, and Phyllis Schwartz of Orlando; four remainder of Helen’s life. She lived in Madison, Gilda Blaise of Coram, NY; and eight grandchil-

July 2015 • T IDINGS 37 Obituaries dren. The service was conducted by Pastor Frank education to all her children. She also enjoyed a loving (Lynn) Hughes of Candler, NC; five grandchildren; Gonzalez at the Avon Park Church. relationship with her three grandchildren: Raymond, and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded Shawaan, and Jazmine. Laura was a lifelong member in death by her dear husband, Ross, 14 months GALLUP, Leigh, 57, born June 26, 2917 in of Berean Church in Atlanta, GA, where she faithfully earlier; her daughter, Juanita (Bo) Carwile; and Nashville, TN, died Jan. 30, 2015 in Ashland City, served and attended until her health began to decline. grandson, Rick (Irma) Seidel in 2011 and 2010. TN. She was a member of the Bordeaux Church in She loved Sabbath School and attended every Sab- She was the daughter of the late Elder Melvin D. Nashville, and held the positions of clerk, librar- bath, and was a Sabbath School teacher. Her real joy, and Pearl Howard. ian, greeter, and children’s assistant leader. She is however, was working with the Community Service survived by her husband, Danial; one son, Michael; Department, giving her time and efforts to serve JOHNSON, Ellen, 82, born Jan. 6, 1933 in Na- one daughter, Shanah (John) Denson-Young; one the hungry and those in need. Her career included poleon, ND, died Jan. 8, 2015 in Sebring, FL. She brother, Lesley Best; one sister, Deborah (David) employment with the Atlanta Housing Authority, was a member of the Avon Park, FL, Church. She Gibson; and one granddaughter, Julianne Denson. the Atlanta Public School System, and for several is survived by her husband, Clifford; two sons: She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert years with the South Atlantic Conference and the Terry of Avon Park, and Gery of Annandale, MN; and Frances Reed; and one sister, Rosemary Best. Southern Union Conference. She served dutifully five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. in various departments with both, including Sabbath The service was conducted by Pastor Orlando GARCIA, Humberto R., 95, born June 26, 1919 School, Missionary Volunteer (MV) Department Hernandez at the Memorial Gardens in Avon Park, in Havana, Cuba, died May 8, 2015 in Orlando, (now called Adventist Youth Society/AYS), and the and interment was at Memorial Gardens. FL. He was a member of the Forest Lake Church Office of Education to name a few. Her career and in Apopka, FL, for 18 years. He is survived by two accomplishments were celebrated when she retired JONES, Haskell, 85, born March 16, 1929 in Hill sons: Ray of Casselberry, FL, and Walter (Esther) of from the Southern Union after a number of years Top, KY, died Dec. 23, 2014 in Sebring, FL. He Miami Springs; two daughters: Margarita Garcia of working with the Church. She will be sorely missed, was a member of the Avon Park, FL, Church. He Casselberry, and Elina (Jose) Molero of Ave Maria, but her life and memories will be cherished by her is survived by his wife, Georgia; one daughter, FL; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. four daughters: Carole Merideth McClelland, Neva Karla Zaborowski of Hendersonville, NC; two The service was conducted by Pastor Emilio Ruiz Merideth (Joe) Armstrong, Twyla Laurette Hall, and grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. The at the Highland Memory Gardens in Apopka. Inter- Jennifer Hall Buckner; one grandson, Raymond Me- service was conducted by Pastor George Brown at ment was at Highland Memory Gardens. rideth; two granddaughters: Shawaan Merideth and Avon Park Church. Jazmine Beale; one sister, Pattie Odessa Lockley of GOGGANS, Harry Noel, 86, born March 24, Jacksonville, FL; sister/friend, Annie Bell Evans and KASINGER, Delmer, 88, born Oct. 17, 1926 in 1929, died May 9, 2015. He was a member of the daughter Martha Ann Carter; a special friend, Ray- Butler County, KY, died Jan. 25, 2015 in Owens- Hattiesburg, MS, Church. He is survived by his mond Hall Jr.; a host of other relatives; and friends. boro, KY. He was a member of the Ohio Co. Church wife, Bernita Weeks Goggans; two sons: Gary in Beaver Dam, KY. He is survived by his wife, Goggans and Timothy Goggans; two daughters: HOLLAND, Helen Burkett, 87, born March Nanaetta Lou; five daughters: Sandra Coppage, Tamara Goggans and Andrea Cannon; one sister, 31, 1927 in Mobile, AL, died Nov. 14, 2014 in Nora Frank, Lisa (Tim) Speaks, Melinda (Jim) Joyce Ford; seven grandchildren; and one great- Pensacola, FL, after an extended illness stole her Lane, and Loretta (Ben) Hendrix; 14 grandchildren; grandchild. The funeral service was held at Hulett- quality of life. A Seventh-day Adventist for more 23 great-grandchildren; and four great-great- Winstead Chapel on May 12, 2015. Interment is at than 70 years and a member of the University grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his Richburg Cemetery. Parkway Church, she held numerous church posi- parents, Marshall and Mattie Kasinger; one son, tions through the years, including leader of adult James Paul; one daughter, Tammy Royal; and his GUILL, Kenneth C., 74, born Nov. 14, 1939 in and children’s Sabbath School programs, youth twin brother, Elmer. Craig, NE, died Nov. 8, 2014 in Orlando, FL. He was organizations, church pianist and organist, and a member of the Kress Memorial Church in Winter church treasurer. She and her late husband, Sher- LADD, Cleo Lorene, 96, born Aug. 19, 1918 in Park for 25 years. He was the president and founder man Holland, whom she met at Southern Mission- Delaware County, OK, died Feb. 19, 2015 in White of Missions Made Possible, an emergency relief ary College (now Southern Adventist University) House, TN. She was a member of the Highland, TN flight organization that flew more than 95 missions of dedicated their lives to sharing their faith. In addi- Church. She is survived by one son, John Ladd; and mercy. His story is told in more detail in the July 2013 tion to her many church activities, she worked in one daughter, Carolyn Wheeler. Southern Tidings. He is survived by his wife, Diane; her husband’s business as an excellent bookkeeper one son, David Donham of Orlando; one daughter, and secretary. Also, her expertise in sewing and LAND, Robbie Lee Davis, 87, born May 30, 1927 Crystal Guill of Orlando; one brother, Russell Guill handwork caught the attention of family, friends, in Albany, GA, died March 4, 2015. She was the of Missouri; one sister, Susan Scott of Missouri; three and the public. From posters to dressmaking, youngest of seven children born to Eddie and Bertha grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The me- she always had an eye for design. In mid-life Davis. She grew up in Albany and Atlanta, and at- morial service was conducted by Pastor Eric Doran at she took up oil painting, which she loved. She is tended church school in Atlanta, graduating at age Kress Memorial Church in Winter Park. survived by her daughter, Linda (Eldon) Roberts; 17. She married James Donald Land Sr. in 1946 at three grandchildren: Damien Roberts, Charisse the age of 19 in Atlanta. They had four sons, James HALL, Laura Savage Merideth, 86, born to the (Jefferson) De Lima, and Jonathon Roberts; and Donald (Don) Jr., Charles Allen, Robert Conner, late Eli and Jennie Gorham Savage on Sept. 1, one great-grandson, Gavin Robert-De Lima. She and Frederick Michael. James Sr., started his own 1928 in Greenville, NC, died Feb. 27, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Guy accounting firm in 1971, and while raising four sons was the seventh of eight children. A bright, smart, Sherman Holland; her parents, James E. and Rabon as a full-time mom, she began working with James and talented student, Laura received her elementary Burkett; and her brother, Harry Burkett. in the firm as it grew. She continued to do so until the education in the public schools of Pitt County, NC. beginning of 2015. Her great passions in life were After graduating from high school, she left home to HUGHES, Betty Jeanne Howard, 91, born Feb. Jesus, family, her church, and her home. Always ac- attend Oakwood College (now Oakwood University) 17, 1924 in Haiti and grew up in Trinidad, the tive in the church, she was known to rarely miss even in Huntsville, AL, where she graduated with two daughter of missionaries; died April 4, 2015 in a prayer meeting service, and hardly ever missed a degrees, one in secretarial science and the other in Hendersonville, NC. She was a member of the single evangelistic meeting that came to town. She theology. Receiving two degrees, especially one in Mills River, NC, Church. She was very active in and James were founding members of the Conyers, theology for a female student, was an amazing ac- the church through the years as a Cradle Roll leader GA, Church, and watched it grow from nothing to a complishment during that era. While at Oakwood, she for more than 20 years, and church treasurer for membership of more than 600. Until her accidental realized the need to help her parents with her tuition, more than 20 years, taking two churches, at differ- fall on Jan. 11, 2015, she was still an active church so she secured employment working as a student ent times, through building programs. She was a greeter. The love of Jesus flowed so freely through her assistant to the late Elder Calvin E. Mosley. Laura hostess who served many delicious meals to guests that many considered her their own mama regardless was mother to four daughters: Carole, Neva, Twyla, in her home. She is survived by her children: Shar- of race or social status, both within the church and and Jennifer. She was an avid supporter of Seventh- ryn (Barry) Mahorney of Morganton, NC, Lynda wherever the regular path of James and Robbie Lee day Adventist Christian education and provided this (Dave) Seidel of Waynesville, Ohio, and Glen would take them. Hundreds took their prayer requests

38 T IDINGS • July 2015 Obituaries to her, knowing that she would faithfully record them GA, she was employed for a while at the Georgia- numerous friends and family, but long remembered and lay the requests at the feet of Jesus, trusting Him Cumberland Conference office. In 1970, she moved for her devotion to helping others. She is survived by with the response. The void she leaves cannot be filled to Loma Linda, CA, and became director of volunteers her husband, Frank Raymond; five daughters: Karen because of the unique way she let Jesus completely at the Loma Linda University Medical Center. On Heuss, Dawn Keith, April Cook, Lorri Raymond, and fill her with His sweet presence and love every day. Dec. 18, 1971, she married Dr. George J. Nelson, a Ashleigh Raymond; seven grandchildren; and five Yet, those who were close to her know that we will chemistry professor. They were happily married for great-grandchildren. see her soon, that same sweet spirit in a forever young 22 years. Until she was in her mid-70s, Esther sang and holy body, when Jesus wakes her up to watch Him in the John T. Hamilton Chorale that toured England ROSE, Pauline A., 99, born Aug. 12, 1915 in return for her and family in that grand and glorious and Hong Kong. She loved people and life, and her Jamaica, W.I., died May 7, 2015 in Palm Harbor, Second Coming. home was a welcoming meeting place where friends FL. She was a member of the New Port Richey and acquaintances could enjoy good food and fun. Church for 22 years. She is survived by one son, MARTZ, Joshua “Josh” Kurtiss, 21, of Ooltewah, She had a very close circle of young women friends Trevor Rose of Palm Harbor; two daughters: Sonia TN, died Feb. 22, 2015. A memorial service was who she loved and who all called her “Aunt Esther.” Rose of Palm Harbor, and Aldyth Marshall of Palm held Feb. 27 at the Collegedale Church with Pastor A memorial service was held March 8, 2015 at the Harbor; and three grandchildren. The service was David Smith officiating. Azure Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church in Grand conducted by Pastor Glenn Aguirre in Clearwater, Terrace, CA. FL. The interment was in Clearwater. McINTOSH, Glenda June, 77, born Feb. 13, 1937 in Murray, KY, died Sept. 15, 2014 in Paducah, KY. PAYNE, Roberta, 92, born July 5, 1922 in China, SKAGGS, Carol Denise Teal, 52, born July 24, She was a member of the Paducah, KY, Church. died Feb. 13, 2015 in Portland, TN. She was a 1962, died Jan. 30, 2015. She was a member of She is survived by one daughter, Kay (Chuck member of the Highland Church in Portland, TN. the Dickson, TN, Church. She is survived by her Young) Sweatt; one son, Mark (Wanda) McIntosh; She is survived by her husband, Roger Payne; one husband, Gary Skaggs; her father, Billy Teal; two five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. daughter, Lori Heath; three grandchildren; and sons: Joe Teal and Chance Skaggs; one daughter, seven great-grandchildren. Callie (Michael) Johnson; three step-children: MCKINNEY, John H., 82, born Aug. 18, 1932 Dru Skaggs, Justin Skaggs, and Misty Wheeler; in Sampson City, FL, died March 29, 2015 in PITTS, Virginia, 79, of Chattanooga, TN, died two sisters: Donna Thompson and Vicky Teal; 11 Gainesville, FL. He was a member of the Gaines- March 1, 2015 at her home with her loving family grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was ville Church. He is survived by his wife, Thelma by her side. She is survived by her husband, Harley predeceased by her mother, Iva Allison. Ruth; three sons: John Jr., Bill, and Darryl; one Pitts; and one daughter, Cheri Roberts. daughter, Rebecca; nine grandchildren; and one SMITH, Alice Lorine, 83, died April 12, 2015. She great-grandchild. The service was conducted at PRICE, Lillian Mae Beattie, 88, born July was a member of Boulevard Church in Madison, Gainesville Church by Pastor Daniel Graham. 15, 1926 in Dalton, GA, died April 13, 2015 in TN. She is survived by three children: Rita (Russ) Interment was at the Crosby Lake Cemetery in Morganton, NC. She was an active member of the Robinette, Steven (Cherrie) Smith, and Tina (James) Starke, FL. Morganton Church, and loved to work with the Moore; four grandchildren; and nine great-grandchil- children of through the years. She is survived by dren. She was predeceased by her husband, William MURRAY, Sarah, 90, born May 12, 1924, died her children: Wanda (Tom) Bunting of Wilson, NC, H. Smith, who worked for Southern Publishing in March 1, 2015. She was the mother of Geneva Nicky (Phyllis) Price of Morganton, and Ruth Ann Nashville, TN, for more than 23 years. (John) Spence, and grandmother of Gianna Spence. (Roger) Brisson of Morganton; grandchildren; and Services were held in Philadelphia, PA. great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by SMITH, Irving, died March 31, 2015. He was the her husband, Norris Price; and her parents, James father of Ginny (Craig) Ziesmer. A private family MUSGRAVE, Betty Doris, 93, born July 12, 1920 and Daisy Beattie. service was held. in Gillingham, Kent, England, died June 21, 2014 in Stockbridge, GA. She graduated as a Bible instructor PUGH, Teddy Lee, 55, born Jan. 8, 1960, died SMITH, Richard J., 80, born Aug. 10, 1934 in Mas- from Newbold College and worked as a Bible instruc- March 6, 2015. He was a member of the Richmond, sachusetts, died Jan. 30, 2015 in Hendersonville, NC. tor in Glasglow, Edinborough, and Dundee, Scotland KY, Church. He is survived by his wife, Patsy Pugh; He was the son of the late Phillip and Lolita Smith. for several years. She and her family spent six years in two sons: Daniel Lee (Heather) Pugh, and Emanuel His wife, Shirley E. Smith, preceded him in death. Sarawak, Borneo, as missionaries. In 1968, she com- Paul Pugh; one daughter, Rachel Natasha Pugh; He attended Greater Boston Academy and Atlantic pleted the nursing program at Atlantic Union College three sisters; five brothers; four grandchildren; a Union College, where he met his future wife Shirley. in South Lancaster, MA. She worked as a registered host of nieces; nephews; family; and friends. While in the service, he became part of the White nurse at New England Memorial Hospital until she Coat Program. After being discharged, he and Shirley was called to work as director of nursing at Louis RATLIFF, Willard, 86, born Feb. 17, 1928, died were married and moved to California. He eventually Smith Memorial Hospital in Lakeland, GA, in 1972. Jan. 9, 2014. He was a member of the Pewee Valley, earned a law degree. He then supervised the activities Following retirement, she and her husband moved to KY, Church. He is survived by one son, Tom (Paula) of juveniles and adults on probation. It was his goal to Canton, GA, to spend time with their daughters and Ratliff; one daughter-in-law, Carolyn Ratliff; four make a difference in the men’s lives. The couple, with grandson. She was one of the founding members and grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. He was their son, moved to Fletcher, NC. They both worked at held many offices at Cherokee Church in Woodstock, preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ratliff; one Fletcher Hospital. In 1981, they relocated to Kentucky GA. She is survived by her husband, Andrew Roy son, Kenny Ratliff; one grandson, Micah Ratliff; to work at Manchester Memorial Hospital; Richard Musgrave; two daughters: Linda Musgrave and San- and one granddaughter-in-law, Melissa Ratliff. worked as human resource director. In 1996, the pair dra (Gene) Babin; and one grandson, Nicolas Babin. retired and returned to the Fletcher-Hendersonville RAYMOND, Nancy Anne, 77, born Jan 16, 1938 in area. Richard and Shirley became working mem- NELSON, Esther Maas, 101, born June 9, 1913 in Baltimore, MD, died Feb. 24, 2015 in Clifton, TN. She bers at Mills River Church, where he served as an Saskatchewan, Canada, died at her home in Loma was a member of the Lawrenceburg, TN, Church. She elder. He is survived by one son, Richard B. (Lori) Linda, CA, on Feb. 4, 2015. She was born on a large worked for many years with the Red Cross teaching Smith of Pisgah Forest, NC; and one granddaughter, wheat farm as the next to the youngest of five children. CPR, First Aid, and handicapped swimming. In 1986, Christina Smith. She is survived by one son, Rollin (Karen Fleming) she founded and directed, for more than 30 years, Mallernee II; the children of her second family: “Special Friends of Portland,” a summer camp for SPYKE, Carron Ada, 91, born Nov. 14, 1923 in Myrna Nelson (John) Odom, and Steve Nelson; six the handicapped. For the past 15 years, she has been St. Ann Parish, Jamaica, West Indies, died Feb. grandchildren; many nieces; nephews; and six great- actively involved with Pathfinders. She started and 15, 2015 in Port Charlotte, FL. She was a member grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, directed Pathfinders clubs—Waynesboro Survivors of the Port Charlotte Church for 15 years. She is George J. Nelson; one son, John W. Mallernee; one and Parsons Peacemakers. She also started a group survived by three sons: Ronald (Ann Marie) White step-daughter, Maryan Nelson Jessen; and four in Florence, AL. She had a passion for Pathfinders of Atlanta, GA, Winston Dillon of Port Charlotte, siblings: Ellis Maas, Carl Maas, Noema Knopf, and and showing the youth the importance of helping and Keith Davis of Port Charlotte; one daughter, Arthur Maas. During the time she lived in Atlanta, others in God’s love. She will be greatly missed by Pauline Davis; 25 grandchildren; 50 great-grand-

July 2015 • T IDINGS 39 Obituaries children; and one great-great-grandchild. Three Parks Thurmon; his parents, Roy B. and Venice sister, Eleanor Zumbiel. She is survived by two children predeceased her. The service was held in Thurmon; one sister, Camille (Jim) Gilley; many sons: Michael (Cindy) Wainscott, and Robert Port Charlotte by Pastor C. Lee Huff. nieces; nephews; and cousins. (Joyce) Wainscott; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. STEWART, Ester Stratton, 99, born May 30, THURMON, Venice Catherine Sweet, 98, born 1915 in Osceola County, FL, died Dec. 25, 2014 in Jan. 9, 1916, died Nov. 23, 2014 one day after she WILSON, Loretta Mae Greemore, 91, born Oct. Apopka, FL. She was baptized by Elder Carruba at the and her husband celebrated their 78th wedding 22, 1923 to the late George and Vesta Greemore in Okeechobee Church in 1934. The Lord Jesus Christ anniversary. She was a member of the Dyersburg, Orlando, FL, died peacefully on March 8, 2015 at was #1 in her life. She so wanted to see her Beloved TN, Church. She is survived by her husband, Roy Country Haven Retirement Center in Ringgold, Savior come in the clouds of glory. She loved to sing B. Thurmon; one daughter, Camille (Jim) Gilley; GA. She was married to Warren Wilson on Oct. the song, “Are You Ready for Jesus to Come?” She one daughter-in-law, Judy Thurmon; eight grand- 22, 1942, and they were blessed with one daughter, was a member of the Forest Lake Church in Apopka children: James Gilley Jr., Mary Ann Krueger, John Rebecca Ann, on June 13, 1945. She lived most of since 1958. She treasured her community service T. Gilley, Amy Bearman, Lara Thurmon, Stephen her life at or near Wildwood, GA. She is survived volunteer work there until she retired at the age of Thurmon, Amber Carlson, and Jonathan Thurmon; by her daughter, Rebecca (Becky) Holland; two 87. She is survived by her two daughters: JoAnn 14 great-grandchildren; and four nephews. She was granddaughters: Kerry Sue Evens and Kimbra (Harold) Glisson of Bradford County, and Judy (Fred) predeceased by one son, James Thurmon. Leigh Cardwell; and two great-grandchildren: Kol- Kroker of Longwood; six grandchildren; five great- lin Bryce Evens and Katherine Elizabeth Cardwell. grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchild. She was TITUS, Lillian, 92, born May 8, 1922, died Jan. predeceased by her husband, Lester. 16, 2015. She was a member of the Hendersonville, YOUNG, Polly, 91, born Sept. 6, 1923 in TN, Church. She was a woman of faith and enjoyed Shelbyville, TN, died May 5, 2015 in Goodletts- STOUT, Betty, 84, born July 1, 1930 in Martins- reading her Bible, playing the piano, planting flow- ville, TN. On Oct. 28, 2011, at the age of 88, she burg, WV, died Jan. 21, 2015. She is survived by ers, and working in her garden. She is survived by was baptized and became a member of the Madison her husband, Lewis A. Stout; two children: Dr. Alan one daughter, Sharon (Mike) Harrell; two grand- Campus Church in Madison, TN. She is survived Stout of Valdosta, GA, and Sandra Stout Wang of children; and four great-grandchildren. She was by two children: Paula (Hap) Minhinnett, and Redlands, CA; four grandchildren: Jenifer Smith, predeceased by her husband of 63 years, John Titus. Chuck (Robin) Young; three grandchildren; and Trevor Stout, James Stout, and Michael Stout; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two great-grandchildren: Caffrey and Canaan Smith. TOZER, Kenneth, 92, born April 17, 1922, died her husband, Charles Young Sr. A funeral service was held on Feb. 13, 2015 in the Feb. 12, 2015. He was a member of the Jackson, TN, Fannin County Church in Morganton, GA, with Pas- Church. He formerly served as an elder, deacon, and YOUNGS, Naomi (Van) Vanessa, 87, born Feb. tors Valentin Stout and Robert Fancher officiating. youth leader. He was a veteran of WWII serving his 24, 1928 in Kalamazoo, MI, died April 26, 2015 country in the United States Navy. He is survived by in Altamonte Springs, FL. She was a member of SYVERTSON, Calvin Jorris, 89, of Pikeville, his wife, Vivian Tozer; one son, Kenneth (Cynthia) the Forest Lake Church in Apopka, FL, for more TN, formerly of Melrose, WI, died on Jan. 18, 2015. Tozer II; two daughters: Gail (Mike) McKenzie, than 50 years. She had two very successful careers: He was a second-generation dairy farmer prior to and Julie Aldrich; one brother, Jack Tozer; nine The first at Florida Hospital in the Public Relations retiring and moving to Pikeville. Calvin is survived grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was Department where she planned major events which by his wife, Virginia; two sons; one daughter; a predeceased by one sister, Dorothy Shikoski. earned her much acclaim. Her second career was with brother; and six grandchildren. He was a member Coffee Communications as the director of sales in the of the Pikeville Church. TSURUKO Sameshima Miyagi (Allyce), 93, southeastern region of the country. The job allowed of East Ridge, TN, died March 20, 2015. She is her to pursue her great love of travel. She retired after THURMON, James Earl, 71, born Aug. 25, 1943, survived by one son, Al Miyagi; and one daughter, a major heart attack in 1993. After reevaluating her died Sept. 1, 2014. He was a member of the Dyers- Janie MacLean. life, she chose to spend her time enjoying family, burg, TN, Church. He was a Seventh-day Adventist friends, and traveling the world. She is survived by minister for 36 years, and was very involved in mis- WAINSCOTT, Anne B. (Viox), 91, died March two daughters: Brenda (Brent) Parker of Sarasota, FL, sion work and youth ministries. He is survived by 6, 2015 at Villaspring of Erlanger. She was a and Linda (Allen) Tuttle of Altamonte Springs; and his wife of 48 years, Judy Thurmon; four children: member of the Taylor Mill, KY, Church. She one grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband Lara Thurmon, Stephen (Jen) Thurmon, Amber was preceded in death by her husband, Harold of 33 years, Frederick Youngs Jr. (Chris) Carlson, and Jonathan (Angela) Thurmon; Wainscott; parents, James Viox Sr. and Nell three grandchildren: Trista and Sadie Carlson, and (Lovely) Viox; one brother, James Viox II; one

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42 T IDINGS • July 2015 ANNOUNCEMENTS White and the South at the Collegedale morning at 9 a.m., Sabbath School at 10 Church – July 18 at 4 p.m. a.m., Divine Worship at 11:15 a.m., Sabbath MADISON COLLEGE ALUMNI lunch, and an afternoon program. Details: OAK PARK ACADEMY ALUMNI 404-299-1359. ASSOCIATION wants to include any WEEKEND – Sept. 18, 19. SHEYENNE RIVER ACADEMY/ graduates, attendees, or friends who All alumni and former faculty and staff are invited DAKOTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY may not already be on its mailing list to ALUMNI WEEKEND – Oct. 2, 3. receive the quarterly newsletter and any to this special reunion weekend. 2015 Dakota other communications. Please write to: Honor Classes: 1940, ’45, ’50, ’55, ’60, Adventist Academy, 15905 Sheyenne P.O. Box 1735, Madison, TN 37116, or ’65, ’70, ’75, ’80. Details: 402-312-7368 or Circle, Bismarck, ND. Come renew your send your contact information by email to: [email protected]. friendships. Honor classes: ‘41, ‘46, ‘51, [email protected]. ‘56, ‘61, ‘66, ‘76, ‘86, ‘91, ‘96, ’01, ‘06, ‘11. MINOT, N.D. CHURCH 100th Details: 701-258-9000, x236. ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION – Sept. ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY IN FRANCE 19. GREATER NEW YORK ACADEMY (Campus Adventiste du Salève). Collonges Address: 17th Avenue SW, Minot, N.D., starting at 9:30 a.m. There will be special 95th ANNIVERSARY REUNION – Oct. alumni and friends, will you be in San 9-11. Antonio, TX, during the GC session in July speakers, and a concert at 3:30 p.m. Lunch Honoring classes ending in 0 and 5. 2015? The “Campus adventiste du Salève” and supper will be provided. Details: Lenore Friday night: Vespers and Welcome Table. delegates invite you to an alumni dinner Scheresky at 701-839-7701 or 701-340-3291. Sabbath: Worship service, lunch, and “Music meeting on Friday, July 10, from 4 to 7 p.m. and Memories.” Sunday: Breakfast and at the HILTON - Palacio del rio, next to the GRAND LEDGE ACADEMY REUNION – basketball. Send your name and contact Convention Center, to reunite old friends Sept. 24-27. We are looking for all charter info to [email protected], or friend and reminisce about “the good old times!” in students, faculty, and alumni from 1959 to us at Greater Nya (group page Greater NY Collonges. It will be great to have you there. 1964 of Grand Ledge Academy, Grand Ledge, Academy Official Alumni), or write to GNY Tell your friends! A bientôt! MI, to join us at the Adventist Frontier Missions Academy 41-32 58th Street, Woodside, NY Training Center near Berrien Springs, MI. To 11377. 718-639-1752. HERITAGE HOUSE OPEN HOUSE – July be kept informed of plans as they develop 16 send an email to claudiabahnmiller@gmail. SOCIETY OF ADVENTIST (100 years after the day Ellen White COMMUNICATORS 2015 Annual died). 100 Academy Road, Madison, TN. com with contact information or call Claudia at 360-793-1883. Join the Facebook group Convention – Oct. 15-17. Washington, Diaries of a visit the late Lida Funk Scott D.C. SAVE THE DATE! made to Elmshaven shortly before Mrs. “Grand Ledge Academy – First Years,” and Join Seventh-day White died, and letters between her and pass the word along. Adventist communication professionals W.C. (Willie) White regarding the death, will and university students from all around for be on display from 3 to 7 p.m. ATLANTA BELVEDERE 50th training, networking, and spiritual renewal ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION – Oct. 2, opportunities. Additional details: www. 3. Decatur, GA. SAVE THE DATE! adventistcommunicator.org. THE LAYMAN FOUNDATION, founded by All are the late Lida Funk Scott, will commemorate invited to the special communion program this anniversary with a symposium on Ellen on Friday at 7 p.m., First Service on Sabbath

Doing the Most Good

orn in Battle Creek, Michigan, one of June Williams Zumstein’s Bearliest memories is going with her mother to give Bible studies to neighbors. Her involvement in soul-winning would expand through her marriage of 66 years to the late Louis Zumstein.

June recently updated her Last Will and Testament through the Georgia-Cumberland Conference. Besides benefitting family, June has left a significant portion of her modest estate to God’s work. “I want to return to the Lord what He has loaned to me. I want my gift to go where it will do the most good. I have great relief knowing that I have my estate plan in place.”

To learn how you can get your estate plan together, contact your local conference or university Planned Carolina Giving and Trust Services professional. Rick Hutchinson (704) 596-3200 Florida Kentucky-Tennessee Phil Bond (407) 644-5000 Silke Hubbard (615) 859-1391 Georgia-Cumberland Oakwood University South Central Mitch Hazekamp (706) 629-7951 Lewis Jones (256) 726-7000 Michael Harpe (615) 226-6500 Gulf States South Atlantic Southeastern Southern Adventist University Brian Danese (334) 272-7493 Lawrence Hamilton (404)792-0535 (352) 735-3142 Carolyn Liers (423) 236-2818 SUSDAGift.org

July 2015 • T IDINGS 43 Advertisements How to Submit Your Advertising qualified buyers). Call Herby at Dixon Team Keller 65 ACRES – Beautiful wooded flat property, Williams. 423-602-7653. www.DixonTeam.com [7] (1) Have your pastor or a local church elder peaceful and secluded. Located in Wagener, S.C near Aiken and Lexington. Call 803-413-2858. [7-10] write “Approved” and his signature on the sheet ADVENT HOME CAMPUS FOR SALE of paper containing the advertisement, (2) write – your name and address on the same sheet, (3) $3,900,000. Featuring 225 acres of land with 1 FOR RENT to Adventist woman house guest: 2nd specify how many times the ad is to run, (4) mile of river frontage on the Hiawassee River. 7 floor room with a porch on beautiful Choctawhatchee send the approved ad to your conference office staff homes, 4 townhomes, 12,000 square foot 6 weeks in advance of the publication date and Bay in NW Florida. View of Destin across the bay classroom building, 2 dormitories, 5 greenhouses, and 15 minutes to the Emerald Coast beaches. (5) don’t forget to enclose payment in full for each 4 townhomes, staff trailers, organic gardens, 4 month the ad is to run. Make checks payable to $600/month for the bedroom. Call 423-883-7662. [7] SOUTHERN UNION. miles of walking trails, fenced pastureland and so RATES: Southern Union: $40 for 20 words or much more! Take advantage of this amazing price SALE: less, including address. $45 for anything longer and its amazing offerings! Would make a great Large 193 acre campus. Offices, than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.30 per word church resort, corporate retreat or school campus. classrooms, cafeteria, chapel, gym. Dormitories beyond 45. Out of Union: $50 for 20 words or Visit www.DixonTeam.com or call Wendy Dixon heated with free gas. 4-bay shop, homes, garden less, including address. $55 for anything longer at 423-602-7653. Dixon Team Keller Williams. [7] grounds, greenhouse. Well water system, sewage than 20 words up to 45 words. $1.50 per word plant. Private, 20 acres flat land, surrounded by beyond 45. Accepted as space is available. Ads HOMES FOR SALE IN THE COLLEGEDALE beautiful wooded hills. Nearby great shopping. may run in successive months as space permits. AREA: $885,000. 304-782-3628/3630. Salem,WV. [7, 8] SOUTHERN TIDINGS makes every reason- New Listing, home with 5 acres of land able effort to screen all advertising, but in no near Collegedale for $229,500! Check out case can the periodical assume responsiblity for www.2909ringgold.com. Also, 8.5 acre property with NORTH CENTRAL ARIZONA – 3 bed, 2 bath, advertisements appearing in its columns, or for pond and 3,000 square foot home in Collegedale off cathedral ceilings, new metal roof, large master suite. typographical errors. Mcdonald Road (3 miles to SAU) with over $60,000 Gravity spring water, creek, waterfalls, cave. Mountain in new remodeling, $399,500! Also, beautiful 2,240 views, 40 acres hardwoods, organic garden. fruit/ PROPERTY AVAILABLE square foot home with basement on 1.2 acres of nut trees, vineyard, solar greenhouse, workshop. SUMMIT RIDGE RETIREMENT VILLAGE is a place land, only 2 miles to the Harrison Bay boat launch Woodstove, 2-car carport, wildlife, church nearby. where you can live independently in your own home. area, for $189,500, check out www.PossumTrail. Call Philip Patrick, 870-504-1762, 870-447-6142. [7] Lawn mowing and maintenance provided. Church com. Jon D’Avanzo, Davanzo Real Estate. and nursing home on grounds. Make friends with 423-834-4545 or [email protected]. [7] POSITIONS AVAILABLE Adventist neighbors, and enjoy the low cost of living SOUTHWESTERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY has in the Oklahoma countryside. Call Bill Norman, 405- COLLEGEDALE: Very nice 6000+ square foot all an immediate opening for a full-time nurse educator 454-6538. Website: www.summit-ridge-village.org.© brick home. 6+ bed, 4.5 bath, 21+ acres, detached to serve as Chair for Nursing Department. 2 bedroom caretakers quarters. $750,000 accepting Doctoral degree required with three years of FLORIDA LIVING RETIREMENT COMMUNITY offers. Also 177 acre farm, 3000+ square foot university/college teaching experience. Must – 13.5 acres near Orlando, Florida set aside for home with pool. Creek, pasture, hay fields, woods. have an unencumbered Texas nursing license. the Conference owned retirement community. $1.2 mil. 150 acres, 80 acres and 30 acres for Send cover letter and current CV to Dr. Amy Independent living! Apartments and rooms available. development. Exclusive large lot subdivision lots. Rosenthal at [email protected]. [7, 8] SDA church on the premises. Programs, activities, Lots and land to build your own. All within 15 minutes van for transport and guest accommodations. 1-800- of Southern. Contact Lyle Spiva, Davanzo Real THE ADVANCEMENT OFFICE at Southwestern 729-8017 or www.floridalivingretirement.com. [7] Estate. 423-421-3456. [email protected] [7] Adventist University seeks full time Director of Alumni Relations. Focus areas include alumni QUIET OAKS VENTILATOR CARE HOME – Our APISON HOUSE FOR SALE events, engagement strategy, volunteer coordination licensed home provides long term nursing care for about 5 miles to SAU. and fundraising, includes some travel. Bachelor’s ventilator dependent persons. Medicaid certified. 2 years new, craftsman style home with 4 bed, 2 degree and two years relevant experience required. 24 hr RN/RRT on staff. Contact RN Administrator baths & tons of upgrades. $284,900. Chattanooga all Submit cover letter and current CV/resume to Laura Morrison at 423-775-7658, e-mail brick duplex about 6 miles to SAU. Both sides have 2 Human Resources at [email protected]. [7] [email protected]. www.quietoak.com [7] bed, 1 bath, it was totally renovated in 2011 including new kitchens with maple cabinets, all new windows and tons more! $99,900. Both are tenant occupied. SOUTHWESTERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY ENJOY WORRY-FREE RETIREMENT at Great investment property. Call Sue Vosen-Realty Advancement office seeks full-timeVice President. Fletcher Park Inn on the Fletcher Academy Specialists 423-238-7325 or cell 423-774-1029. [7] Responsibilities center primarily in development campus near Hendersonville, NC. Spacious in addition to PR/Marketing & Alumni. Minimum villa homes and limited rental apartments COLLEGEDALE MINI-ESTATE – 6600+ bachelor’s degree and 2 years advancement available now. Enjoy a complimentary lunch sqft, gated, 5BR, 5.5BA, $545,000. Quality experience required, master’s degree preferred. at our vegetarian buffet on the day of your no- construction, amenities, well-maintained, efficient Submit cover letter and CV/resume to Human obligation tour. Call Loretta for details. 1-800-249- Mitsubishi ductless HVAC. Pre-qualified buyers Resources at [email protected]. [7, 8] 2882 and visit: www.fletcherparkinn.com [7-9] text “7491350” to 79564. Harrison: Island Point Estates, 2800+ sqft, 4BR 2.5BA, boat SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY’S IN THE PICTURESQUE CHEROKEE VALLEY launch 1.8 miles, $279,000. Collegedale: small School of Social Work seeks professor to – just 15 minutes from Southern Adventist rental, $108,000. Contact Eppy, 423-432-3195. teach undergraduate/graduate courses focusing University – Country Haven Retirement Center Crye-Leike Realtors, 423-238-5440. [7-9] on generalist social work practice. Qualifications: offers professional, loving care to a small Earned doctorate in social work or related number of persons. Owned and operated by ARE YOU LOOKING for that perfect place in the field; master’s in social work with two years’ an Adventist family. Contact Jonathan Stockil country? Look no more. Beautiful building lots on the minimum post-masters practice; experience with/ at 304-888-3691 or [email protected]. [7] Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. Views, water, commitment to e-learning and integration of faith/ COLLEGEDALE AREA HOMES AND LAND FOR hardwoods, pond and end of the road privacy. Go social work practice; Adventist in regular standing. SALE: to www.kismetkennel.com/countryland for pictures, Submit cover letter, CV, statement of teaching Homesite on 12 acres close SAU with 3 miles plat, and prices, or call Jeff at 301-992-7472. [7-12] philosophy, and three references to Kristie Wilder: of horse riding trails within the subdivision, listed for [email protected], 423-236-2206. [7-9] $350,000. Ooltewah split level home, 2174 square SALE – 16’x80’ mobile home, excellent condition! feet for $189,900 and Collegedale home $155,000 10 minutes from Wildwood Lifestyle Center SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY’S School for 4 bedroom home (100% financing available for and Clinic. Call Dorothy at 706-820-1807. [7] of Visual Art and Design seeks professor to

44 T IDINGS • July 2015 Advertisements teach foundation drawing, painting, color theory, and instruction courses and supervise elementary a thorough knowledge of the English language, and foundation design. MFA in painting preferred. student teachers. Ten years elementary teaching punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Prior experience Requirements: experience in/with teaching, experience and multi-grade teaching experience in copy preparation is desirable. A working knowledge advising, curriculum development, strategic are essential. Doctorate strongly preferred. of Microsoft Word. To apply, contact Alix Mansker, planning; advanced technical skill; exemplary Email letter of interest and CV to Dr. Denise HR Director, [email protected]. [7] exhibition record; Adventist in regular standing. Send White, Chair of Human Development, dewhite@ letter, CV/teaching philosophy, portfolio samples, ucollege.edu. Effective summer 2016. [7, 8] MISCELLANEOUS three references to Randy Craven, School of Visual AdventistSingles.org FREE 14-DAY TRIAL! Art and Design, Southern Adventist University, OAKWOOD UNIVERSITY (OU) is seeking a full- Join thousands of Adventist singles online. Free PO Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370. [7-9] time faculty in the Allied Health Department who chat, search, profiles, match notifications! Adventist holds a DPD in physical therapy and current or owners since 1993. Visit www.elliotdylan.com for the SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks eligible for PT Licensure in Alabama. Interested Undercover Angels series of novels for Christian Associate Director of Online Learning & persons must submit application, resume, cover teens that build on Biblical principles and encourage Academic Technology. Responsibilities: letter, teaching philosophy, statement of research integrity. Great Sabbath reading and gifts! [7] collaborate with director to produce course materials, interest, three recommendation letters and copy of conduct faculty training; coordinate with other degree(s)/transcript(s) to HR. For more information RELOCATING? Apex Moving & Storage has departments in the design, implementation, visit http://www.oakwood.edu/campus-services/ a national account contract with the General infrastructure and resources for online courses/ human-resources or call 256-726-7274. [7-9] Conference for your moving needs. Take advantage of programs; ensure accreditation polices followed. a volume rated discount. Be assured you are moving Requirements: master’s in related field (doctorate with the BEST! Call Marcy Dante’ at 800-766-1902; RECRUITING MIDLEVEL PROVIDERS (NP/PA) preferred). Experience: distance education, or visit us at: www.apexmoving.com/adventist [7-12] for a new Rural Health Clinic/Urgent Care in Weimar, curriculum development/mapping, project CA. Opportunities are available to specialize in a management. Technology team management in RELOCATING FROM ONE STATE TO number of medical fields. Our urgent needs are higher education desired. Send letter, CV and three+ ANOTHER? Mental Health, Pain Management, Outpatient The move counselors at Stevens references to [email protected]. [7-9] Survery and Emergency Medicine. Contact Van Lines can help! With special pricing for all Randy at 530-296-4417 or [email protected]. [7] Adventist families, and recommended by the SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks General Conference for over 15 years, quality is professor in Counseling Education to teach inherent. Call the Clergy Move Center direct for a PRO HEALTH is looking for a female Licensed graduate/undergraduate courses, provide no cost or obligation estimate at 800-248-8313 or Massage Therapist/Chiropractor at the Hulsey advisement/clinical supervision. Requirements: contact us at www.stevensworldwide.com/sda [7, 8] Wellness Center at Southern Adventist University in doctoral degree in counselor education and Collegedale, TN and in Calhoun, GA. Working in an BUTLER CREEK HEALTH EDUCATION supervision from a CACREP accredited program or excellent environment, flexible schedule, and a good CENTER: doctorate in clinical/counseling psychology from an Prevention and recovery from lifestyle salary. Please call Diego at 706-844-2142. [7-9] APA-accredited program and have work as full-time disease amidst the beauty of nature. Diabetes faculty in a counselor education program for one year reversal, permanent weight loss, overcoming DENTAL OFFICE before July 1, 2013. Licensed/eligible for licensure is seeking highly motivated depression. Upcoming programs: August 2-14 & in Tennessee and two years’ practicing clinical dentist for established practice in Lawrenceburg, September 6-18, 2015. Cost: $1250. Register online mental health or PK-12 school counseling. Send TN. Proficiency in all areas of general dentistry or call: 931-213-1329. www.butlercreekhealth.org [7] cover letter and CV (include teaching philosophy, necessary. SDA church and elementary THE WILDWOOD LIFESTYLE CENTER research interest, unofficial university transcripts, school in city. Contact Dr. Sheldon Blood at can three reference letters) to Dr. Ileanna Freeman: 931-244-6510 for more information. [7-9] help you naturally treat and reverse diseases such [email protected]; 423.236.2960. [7-9] as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, obesity, ADVENTIST PODIATRIC SURGEON NEEDED IN arthritis, fibromyalgia, lupus, multiple sclerosis, MARYLAND SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY seeks , near Adventist world headquarters, chronic fatigue, cancer, depression, and many more. resumes for Vice President for Advancement. rural areas and the Chesapeake Bay. Great area Invest in your health, call 1-800-634-9355 for more This position provides leadership for all fundraising for families, excellent Adventist schools. Foot and information or visit www.wildwoodhealth.com [7-5] endeavors, seeks to enhance the university’s ankle surgery performed at outstanding hospitals fundraising programs, and strives to strengthen and surgery center. Immediate partnership leading PLANNING AN EVANGELISTIC SERIES OR relationships with those who can have the greatest to purchase of established practice within five HEALTH SEMINAR? Have questions? Need philanthropic impact. This individual is a key years. Email CV to [email protected]. [7, 8] affordable, professionally prepared handbills, administrative leader who will work closely with all brochures, signs, banners and mailing services? PACIFIC PRESS seeks Human Resource the officers of the university, and has a particular Call free, 800-274-0016 and ask for HOPE Director to direct all activities of the HR department responsibility to coordinate his/her efforts with those Customer Service or visit www.hopesource.com. which includes safety, training and payroll/benefits. of the President and Southern’s strategic goals. You deserve the best with confidence and peace Duties include maintenance of personnel files Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree in a related of mind. Hamblin’s HOPE delivers on time! [7-12] and employee service records, assisting in hiring, field. Advanced degree preferred. Must have proven compensation, policy formation, job descriptions, experience in fundraising and in administering AUTHORS and performance appraisals. Supervise staff of cookbooks, health books, children’s a multifaceted fund raising program including of three. BA degree or equivalent degree with chapter and picture books, Call 800-367-1844 capital campaigns. Must be able to communicate related on-the-job experience, SHRM certification for your free evaluation. We publish all book effectively both verbally and in writing and be able preferred. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR formats, distribute to over 39,000 bookstores to read, write and speak English fluently. Must have administration or equivalent administrative leadership in 220 countries. Find our new titles at your a strongly expressed commitment to Jesus Christ, experience. To apply, contact Alix Mansker, HR local ABC or www.TeachServices.com, used the teachings and mission of the Seventh-day Director, [email protected]. [7] SDA books at www.LNFBooks.com [7-4] Adventist Church, an SDA church member in regular standing. Please send a cover letter and resume to: GUIDE MAGAZINE wants to reach readers ages [email protected] or Southern Adventist University, PACIFIC PRESS seeks Copy Editor/Proofreader 10-14 with your true, character-building story. PO Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315. [7-9] who copy edits and proofreads all copy as assigned checking for consistency of style, accuracy of Visit guidemagazine.org/writersguidelines to learn UNION COLLEGE seeks Seventh-day Adventist grammar, spelling, and content. A BA degree in more. Call 1-800-447-7377 to subscribe. [7, 8] experienced in K-12 education and eligible for English, Communications, or a related field – or Nebraska teaching certification to teachcurriculum the equivalent in work experience is required and Classifieds Continue on page 40...

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Carolina Bay, Port St. Lucie First.) Calhoun, GA. New students at Southern can Aug. 2. Palm Coast, Palatka, First Day of School – Aug. 12. earn 3 credit hours for free Carolina Teachers’ St. Augustine, Orange Cove, Pathfinder Leadership during the summer (a savings Jacksonville First, Jacksonville Convention of nearly $2,000), and choose Convention – July 31-Aug. 6. – Aug. 14-16. Southpoint. (Southeastern Cohutta Springs, Crandall, GA. from a variety of courses. To MPA. learn more, visit southern.edu/ Young Adults ROCK Conference: Jacksonville Prison Ministries Appreciation – Aug. Ephesus.) smartstart. 7-9. Raleigh Church. – Aug. 16. Conference Office, Aug. 7-9. Ministerial Leadership Calhoun, GA. Welcome to the Family – Aug Southern Union Summit at Bonaventure Resort Most events require pre- 14-16. NPR. & Spa in Weston. Adventurer and Pathfinder registration at registration. SONscreen | Ignite—Film gccsda.com. Southern Union Campus Leadership Convention – Aug Workshop – Aug. 1-2. Florida Catalyst Training – Aug. 21-23. 21-23. NPR. Conference of Seventh-day Hispanic Camp Meeting Kentucky-Tennessee Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. – Adventists, 351 S. State Crandall, GA. Sept. 4-6. NPR. Road 434, Altamonte Springs. Conference Executive Sabbath School Workshops – This weekend workshop is Committee Sept. 4-6 NPR. a networking and learning – July 21. Sept. 15. Carolina Youth Rally – Sept. opportunity for Christian Conference Office. 18, 19. MPA. filmmakers who desire to use Ministers’ Meeting – July 26- Men’s Ministries Retreat – film for ministry. Presenters 29. Indian Creek Camp. Sept. 25-27. NPR. include Old Fashioned producer Hispanic Youth Retreat – July Nathan Nazario and writer/ 30-Aug. 2. Indian Creek Camp. Florida director Rik Swartzwelder, True 50+ Camp – Aug. 4-9. Indian Health TV lead editor Stephen Creek Camp. Majors, The Prodigal producer Leadership Convention – Aug. Complete calendar online – Jeremy Rowland, Florida 28-30. Indian Creek Camp. http://www.floridaconference. Hospital Church worship director Highland Academy Board com/calendar/ – Tami Cinquemani, and freelance Sept. 3. Highland Academy. Youth/Pathfinder/Adventurer filmmaker Stanley Pomianowski. Young Women’s Retreat – Events – Visit us online or call Cost: $35. Details: http:// 407-644-5000 x2421. Sept. 11-13. Indian Creek Camp. www.floridaconference.com/ Women’s Retreat I http://www.floridaconference. sonscreenignite/ – Sept.25- com/iym/youth/ 27. Indian Creek Camp. Board of Education http://www.floridaconference. Georgia-Cumberland – Oct. 1. com/iym/pathfinders/events/ Conference Office. Women’s Retreat II http://www.floridaconference. Cohutta Springs Youth – Oct. 2-4. com/iym/adventurers/events/ Camps, Crandall, GA Indian Creek Camp. Singles’ Ministries events Hispanic Women’s Retreat – July 12-19. Teen II; Rock Solid and mailing list information. Oct. 9-11. Indian Creek Camp. II; Golf Camp II; Soccer Camp; Conference Pathfinder Spiritual study groups, fellowship and Wakeboard Camp II. dinners, outings, and more. Camporee – Oct. 14-17. Salt July 19-26. Surf Camp, ages Lick Campgrounds. http://www.floridaconference. 13-17. com/iym/childrenandfamily/ Men’s Ministries Conference – July 21-26. Family Camp, all events/, [email protected], Oct. 23-25. Indian Creek Camp. ages. 407-521-4751, or 407-721-3036. 3 Point Play Ministry Planned Giving and Trust Southern Adventist Services Clinics July 13-16. Greeneville Church, TN. University July 25. Fort Myers Spanish. July 20-23. Douglas Church, Aug. 22. Fort Lauderdale GA. SmartStart Begins Spanish. – July 27. July 27-30. Crossville, TN. Aug. 29. Margate. Southern Deaf Camp Sept. 12. Cooper City. Meeting – July 29-Aug. Sunset Nov. 7. Avon Park. 2. “Hope for a Broken A Better Choice / Florida World” with speaker Larry July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24 July31 Aug. 10 Adventist Book Center – Evans. Cohutta Springs Atlanta, GA 8:52 8:51 8:48 8:44 8:39 8:33 Altamonte Springs: national Conference Center. Charleston, SC 8:32 8:31 8:28 8:24 8:19 8:13 toll-free number, 877-55-FLABC Register www.registration. Charlotte, NC 8:42 8:40 8:37 8:33 8:28 8:21 (877-553-5222). Miami: 305- gccsda.com. Collegedale, TN 8:59 8:57 8:55 8:50 8:45 8:38 805-9900. High Springs: 386- Makeover: Hispanic Huntsville, AL 8:03 8:02 7:59 7:55 7:50 7:43 454-7956. Shop online: http:// Youth Retreat – Aug. 7-9. Jackson, MS 8:12 8:10 8:08 8:04 7:59 7:53 www.floridaconference.com/abc/ Cohutta Springs, Crandall, Louisville, KY 9:10 9:08 9:05 9:00 8:54 8:47 or order by e-mail: FloridaABC@ GA. Memphis, TN 8:11 8:15 8:17 8:18 8:18 8:16 floridaconference.com Health Rally Florida Adventist Bookmobile – Aug. 8. Miami, FL 8:18 8:16 8:14 8:09 8:04 7:57 Schedule Atlanta Nigerian Church, Montgomery, AL 7:56 7:55 7:53 7:49 7:44 7:38 GA. Nashville, TN 8:08 8:06 8:03 7:59 7:53 7:46 July 26. Cocoa, Fort Pierce, Association Board Orlando, FL 8:27 8:26 8:24 8:21 8:17 8:12 Midport, West Palm Beach First. Meeting – Aug. 12. Wilmington, NC 8:28 8:26 8:23 8:19 8:14 8:08 (Southeastern Conference: Palm Conference Office,

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