How can anyone put his faith in Christ if he’s never even heard about Him? How can he hear about Him if no one tells? Romans 10:14

October 2013 Light Of the World

IntraVic Newsletter a publication of VAC

A note from the Editor’s Office IntraVic October 2013

We Just MUST Shine.... In this issue... As Christians, we believe we are God’s light to the world. A paraphrase of Matt 5:16 puts it this way: IntraVic Staff “Let the light of your life shine in such a way that 04 A Message from the Editor: others see your good deeds and bring glory to your President Pastor Graeme Christian Father in heaven.” As Pr Graeme Christian takes over the reins as Assistant Editor: We are to let our lights shine. We are to be obvious President for the Victorian Conference, he brings Sherrie Courtney – in what we say, in how we live. So when people do with him his sincere conviction that our message of a soon-returning and loving Saviour is even more [email protected] notice, they know to Whom the glory belongs. PO Box 215 Nunawading, 3131 relevant today than in years gone by... Phone: 03 9264 7777 What a responsibility! Website: vic.adventist.org.au Kari Jobe has recorded a song about this. In it she 04 05 The year of Evangelism 2014 Copy deadline sings “We are the light of the world, we gotta ... We Last issue IntraVic told you about the plans our 1st of each Month gotta... We gotta let the light shine.” Conference has for 2014. Pr Christian shares this vision and in this article, he encourages you to get There is a sense of urgency to her words. If we are Cover Photo Credit involved, telling some of what will be happening Pr Darren Croft indeed God’s light to the world what choice do we around ... have? We’ve just ‘gotta’ let out lights shine.

In this issue of IntraVic, we again explore some 08 Welcome aspects of Evangelism 2014, to help give more ideas Introducing our Administrative Team for the next of how each one of us can share Christ, so that “We quadrennium, as well as the members of the will lift You high and shine… shine… shine…” to again Executive and Appointments committees borrow words from this song. 08 14 Church News This month IntraVic also brings you a message We have a lovely story of a young man taking a stand from our President, Pr Graeme Christian, and a for God and how a simple thing like a garage sale report from the Constituency Meeting held at the can build bridges with our community. And don’t end of September, introducing the new Admin team, miss the story about the Adopt-a-Clinic finally re- Executive and Appointments committees. floating We also have some interesting church news stories, 18 Kids Spot including the conclusion of a joint project which has involved many churches around Australia, as well as 20 Conference News business sponsorships and input from people who 14 Read about the recent Children’s Ministries event were otherwise unconnected to our church. A project which was a huge success and how our school that has indeed let light shine and will continue to do system was recently featured in a Independent so for many years. Schools of publication As always, it is our prayer that reading this issue will 28 Notices stimulate thought and trigger action in your spiritual journey. Sherrie Courtney Intravic Asisstant Editor

2 | IntraVic IntraVic | 3 The Year of Evangelism 2014 Pr Christian comes to us from the Australian Union Conference, where he served as the Ministerial Secretary. His work there included planning and implementing the Australian Church’s involvement in the General Conference’s Evangelism focus for 2014. Last IntraVic we shared the Victorian Conference plans for next year and in this article Pr Christian tells you some of what is happening around Australia. Momentum is Building... From all reports, momentum is endeavours by sharing with you health programs and Beyond building and that is great. But I what is being done elsewhere. DVD’s, while in have to ask – what more could be 23 city pastors and 15 from the done to prepare for 2014? In NNSW, members will run country are planning to run evangelistic seminars across the programs. By now you’ve heard of the Conference, and planning and A Message GC initiative to reach cities. training is well underway. South With all this preparatory work Additionally, in Australia and Australia has targeted three happening, this is an excellent ...From the President the South Pacific 2014 has key regions, but pastors across opportunity for every church to been designated the Year the state will still be involved become involved – whether in of Evangelism, providing a in evangelistic seminars and a major city, a country town or wonderful opportunity to re-focus Last Empire programs. A major somewhere in between. our churches to the task Jesus program will be run in Canberra, time, we have opportunities like and to sow. Reaping programs are I believe there is something unique has given us. with other churches within One thing is clear – Australia is and special about being a Seventh- never before – even non-believers planned for next year. So now is vastly diverse – there are many the Conference being involved day Adventist. From early days of question how long this old earth the time to find effective ways to Nothing can be achieved without extremes even within each of our in Church Time Evangelism Adventism, we’ve looked for Jesus’ can keep going. make new friends – people we may careful planning and NOW is the cities and towns, and it will take and other initiatives to reach return. Also from those earliest be able to introduce to our best time. The last issue of IntraVic different approaches to reach the Our message of a soon-returning community people, while days, our Church has had a direct friend, Jesus. This is the task Jesus shared with you the concept of different demographic groups. and loving Saviour is even more Grenville Kent will conduct a focus on outreach – taking the gave His church. It has never been a pre-campaign program, the relevant now than in years gone by. program geared toward university Gospel to all the world – our local promised that it would be easy, but campaign and a post campaign To find out more about the The times are for us, and we clearly students. Churches on the Gold ‘worlds’ as well as globally. Today, Jesus did promise He’d be with us. program and I would like to resources available and what need God’s guidance as we partner Coast and across Southern our task remains the same and I I ask that you prayerfully explore endorse that. Each component you and your church can do, with Him in reaching people with are involved in Last am committed to continuing our what can be done where you are, needs to be prayerfully and contact the Victorian Conference the message of a loving Saviour. If Empire programs and will use focus on mission over the ensuing to reach the community with the carefully planned to have the Evangelism Coordinator, Craig ever we needed prayer support, we Beyond DVD’s for follow-up. years. message of Jesus’ soon return. maximum impact. Relationship Gillis, on 03 9267 7777, or call need it now. Workers in Northern Australia With the event of the recent is a vital factor in sharing Christ’s the Australian Union Conference So let me ask you, what would it be As I commence this term of office, Constituency Meeting, I would like love so as many of our church will conduct a simultaneous Resource Centre on 03 9871 7592, like if we trusted God in new ways? I encourage each one of us to pray, to take a moment to recognise members as possible need to be Conference-wide program across email [email protected]. What if we learned to fully rely plan, sow, reap – and let’s see just those who’ve carried the load of involved in as many ways as is the vast territory. And au, or look at what’s available on on Him and Him alone, as never what could be… leadership over the past four years. possible. has more than eight programs line: http://resources.adventist. before? What if we permitted Him They invested much of themselves Pr Graeme Christian planned across the state, with org.au. And if you missed the last do His work, in His way, through in their roles, as they dealt with (Pictured below with wife Marcia) Every Conference across Australia an additional two to run from issue of IntraVic and our plans extremely tough issues, and I for us? has prayerfully developed exciting their local schools. There will for 2014, visit Vic.Adventist.org. one, am incredibly thankful. As we look forward to the Year of plans for 2014, and I would like be a strong emphasis on door au and download the September Evangelism, what could happen to encourage you in your own knocking, community dinners, issue. And now, as those of us who ...continues on page 6 have been appointed for the new if we intentionally and pray-fully quadrennium step up to positions seek to reach community people People don’t light a candle to hide it, but hold it up high or put it on of spiritual leadership, we invite – to invite friends (new and old) to you to partner with us in praying for establish a meaningful relationship a lampstand so everyone in the house can benefit from the light. the Church in Victoria. As we look with Jesus and prepare for His In this same way, let your light shine that others will see the good to the future, we face significant return? challenges, while at the same Now is the time to pray, to plan things you do and praise your Father in heaven Matthew 5:15,16

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The Penrith Story And Finally…

Penrith Church how has a new In the light of the uncertainty of congregation of around 40 new the world we now inhabit, with believers meeting on Sabbath its fast pace of life, abuse of the afternoons. They did an excellent planet’s resources and the many job ‘sowing’ and now they are social and political problems we Constituency ‘reaping’ a harvest of new friends face, surely it is time to become proactive and intentional about Meeting Report sharing a common hope in Christ. sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and His imminent return. How did they do it? They established a prayer team to We know the only Hope that can Let your light shine was the had three new congregations be appointed to the Executive continually seek God’s guidance stand in the face of what the world and blessing, and they planned theme chosen for the Victorian formalised as churches in the last to reflect the growth in church is experiencing. We just HAVE Conference Constitutional specific ways of building four years – Oasis, Cranbourne membership. These will to share it. Actively. In how we Meeting held at the end of and Northpoint - and for varying relationships with community subsequently be selected by the live. In what we do for others. September. reasons, two companies , Glenroy Appointments Committee. people which involved major In seeking out people who are Polish and Seymour, one group, initiatives: questioning. Designed to keep our church Geelong New Life, and one church, Pr Moe Ioane Stiles gave a • A Health program for the administrative processes open Grevillea, closed their doors. farewell presentation as she And we must do this personally, community and accountable to the local was standing down from office at the local church level, at the church membership, these The Church, as a whole, was as VicYouth Director and the Conference level and beyond. We • Literature Evangelist team sessions do, however, have the thanked for its members’ need to work together. The Year Education Department’s Director, distributing Beyond DVD’s potential to become accusatory. faithfulness in their financial Brian Mercer, presented their of Evangelism, 2014 is not just for Difficult questions must be support. Rod Brady, South Pacific report of successes and growth • An Archaeological program our church leaders and ministers. asked and people are put in the Division CFO, who was chairing over the last four years. with Gary Webster It’s our task collectively. It can proverbial hot seat. involve every aspect of the church. the proceedings, added that across the Division, Victoria had The situation at AdventCare was • An It Is Written Dinner with It’s for all church members. The meeting began with a worship then discussed. In the spirit of presenter Gary Kent Flexibility in approach is a key service by Dr Barrie Oliver and seen the biggest increase in tithes feature as we work together. the statement – “Let your light and offerings. accountability, mistakes were • Dinner with Geoff (Youlden) shine before men that they may admitted and the resulting Beyond presenter How can your church reach see your good work and glorify The Nominating Committee that difficult decisions explained. out effectively? Could your God in heaven – that is why we are had been meeting for a number Future directions were then These initiatives provided school host a Dinner with Geoff? here… to ultimately glorify God.” of months prior, presented its respectfully discussed and voted effective opportunities to get to Children’s ministry programs recommendations for the next on. know community people. When such as Kids Clubs can be The overall situation of the four years for the Administrative they invited their new friends to starting points; STORMCo’s and Victorian conference was reported Officers, Executive Committee The day then concluded with a the Last Empire program, they other VicYouth projects could be on. Church membership has and Appointments Committee, prayer for the new leaders of our incorporated in a local church and these recommendations Church and our future direction, came and kept coming! topped 10,000 and there is now strategy… one Adventist for every 500 were accepted, with the inclusion as we work together to further people in Victoria. We have of a further two members to God’s mission for our Church. The list of options goes on and on as we explore how we can all work together in this.

• STORMCo • iDiscover • Sabbath School projects • Church-time evangelistic series • Health Programs • Youth church service evangelism • Secrets of Prophecy • Home Study Goups •

• AYC IMPACT 2014 • Dinners with Gary • Personal Bible Studies • VBS • Cooking Classes • Local church follow-up of LE contacts with Beyond DVD’s • Dinners with Geoff •

• Last Empire • Home of Hope • Glow Tracts • Archaeology lectures • Revelation Seminars • World Changers • Move with the Power • Creation/Evolution discussions •

6 | IntraVic IntraVic | 7 Welcome To the new team

Administration Officers

President - Pr Graeme Christian General Secretary - Pr Darren Croft Chief Financial Officer -Mr Graeme Moffitt Graeme comes to us from the Darren and his family are well Australian Union Conference here known to many within the Victorian Graeme started working for the in , where he served as Conference, and we are happy to Seventh-day Adventist church at Ministerial Association Secretary. welcome him back to this office for the Greater Sydney Conference in He is a pastor at heart and loves the next term. 1984. He has worked in various working with people, nurturing capacities including Accounts meaningful relationships. Before studying at Avondale, he Clerk, Accountant, Assistant worked for the State Bank for a Chief Financial Officer and Chief Graeme describes himself as short time. In his final college Financial Officer at a number of a practical bloke by nature, year he served as the volunteer different institutions and his most who loves his family deeply. Youth Pastor for Avondale recent appointment has been Committed to God and His Memorial Church and has also had as CFO at the Greater Sydney church, he is passionate about experience as a school chaplain. Conference. spirituality and is eager to be Darren worked in the South involved in empowering, equipping Australian and North New South Married, with an adult son who and supporting you as you serve; Wales Conferences before coming has nearly finished his tertiary facilitating effectiveness in your to Victoria in 2002, where he was education, Graeme and his wife, mission. appointed to Bairnsdale and Sale Kim recently celebrated their 25th churches and prior to accepting wedding anniversary. Prior full time pastoral work this role at the last Constituency has led to a range of ministry Meeting in 2009, Darren was the He believes he can make a experiences in Greater Sydney, local pastor for Lilydale Church. significant contribute to the various Fiji and South Conference committees, to help and he has a good idea of what Darren firmly believes that the provide clarity, transparency and is involved in departmental work, health of the local church is critical financial understanding of the having filled the roles of local to the growth of the Church and Conference financial position. church pastor, Sabbath School desires to continue to contribute to Director, Personal Ministries the growth of God’s kingdom. His desire is to work with these Director, Stewardship Director, committees to achieve the vision of Family Ministries Director, the Victorian Conference. Youth Director and Ministerial Association Secretary.

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life - Jesus

8 | IntraVic Photo Credit: iStockphoto/ssuaphoto IntraVic | 9 His administrative experience now a new member of Victoria’s Miroslav includes serving as the Education Literature Ministry team. Sandy Doncevic Director for North New South appreciates the loving support Wales Conference and the South Northpoint of her husband Haydn, and is a Pacific Division. step-mum to two great young Church adults, Stephanie and Matthew. Miroslav is married and has four At not-quite-50, she is happy to adult children and a grandson. Brian Lawty be of service to the wider church He grew up in Cooranbong NSW community in Victorian. Pastor Executive Committee Appointments and attended Avondale Memorial Church. Brian has worked a warehouse and distribution Victoria. He attends Benalla in the Victorian Kevin Wood He has served in many roles Helen Jakupec manager, before entering ministry. Church and holds a number of Conference for 20 of his 28 years including as a local church elder. Ballarat Church positions. His roles include: in ministry. He is currently Pastor Teacher He currently attends Northpoint Currently serving the Mildura Leading Elder, Sabbath School of Nunawading Church, enjoys Kelvin is 54, Helen is grateful Church. and Dareton Churches, David has Leader and Assistant Treasurer. assisting his children with their married, with five for the gift been on the Executive for one house renovations and is a keen He is the founder and Director sons, six grandsons and a seventh of family and term already and will bring a level Over the years he has served on a supporter of the Geelong Cats and of Digital Graphics Systems and on the way. treasures each member. As a of continuity to the committee number of Conference committees V8 Supercars. Digital Medical Systems which family they love bushwalking, as well as an understanding of so has a good understanding of He grew up in an Adventist family camping, touring and travelling (since 1988) provide IT systems and management issues and needs how our church operates. He has His knowledge of the Victorian in Ballarat. In 1992 Kelvin was our amazing country together. She technical services to clients across from previous work history, and an served one term on the Executive Conference, his role as baptised in the Ballarat Church and is an active supporter of Plenty Australia. understanding of church life and Committee. pastoral district leader and his has been involved in ministry ever Valley Church and considers it the role of a minister within the organisational abilities will enable He enjoys reading, with a keen since. a privilege to sing, teach across Conference. Retired after a 46 year career in him to contribute well. interest in studying Christian all departments and deliver an education, Rod’s interests include apologetics, science and history, He enjoys badminton, golf, reading occasional sermon. music, travel, gardening and and enjoys white water kayaking. and spending time with the Lorraine Information Technology. He enjoys Sandy Wallace grandchildren and family. With 26 years’ experience in both an active retirement running a primary and secondary, private Ngwenya Miroslav would seek to draw Preston Church small business, making a positive Kelvin is a professional accountant and state education, Helen has potswood upon his business experience and S contribution to his church and currently employed as an found her work rewarding and interest in evangelism to contribute Originally from the Church working to share his faith with the Office/Finance Manager at an fulfilling. This year she has to the work of the Committee. North New South Benalla community. independent Christian School in been part of the leadership team 23 years old, Lorraine is doing her Wales Conference, Sandy has Ballarat. as Head of Campus at Gilson final year at La Trobe University, attended Preston Church since College Mernda. Prior roles studying Public Health. She is 2004. She is active in church life, Malcolm He serves as an Elder, Treasurer, have included Head of English, active at her local church as Youth Stephan Herzog serving in varying capacities as Coulson and member of the Building Curriculum Leader and member of Leader, and loves working with Gilson Community elder, Sabbath School super, Teen Committee, is a member of the School Administrative team at young people. In her spare time, Teacher Sabbath Schools, CHIP facilitator, Church Fernleigh Flats Committee, Nunawading Christian College. she volunteers for ADRA as a and other ministry roles. She is region representative and enjoys Stephan was raised Dr Malcolm now supporting new church growth Sabbath School Leader, Audio singing and spending time with in Switzerland, with a Methodist Coulson is currently the Principal at the church plant in Mernda Visual Team and Social Team people. of Lilydale Adventist Academy and (Gilson College). Member. He has also served as David Butcher background. He moved to Australia in 1983, becoming an has previously served as a teacher, a Deacon and Head Deacon and Pastor Lorraine hopes to bring a young Adventist 16 years later. He has principal and lecturer at Avondale After 15 years Sandy recently has been involved in Adventurers, David has been perspective and voice to the served as the Council Chair for College. farewelled her career and is Pathfinders and Youth. in the Victorian committee. Gilson College, Adventist Schools Conference Victoria Board member and has for over ten years and enjoys also had one term on the Executive gardening, travelling, swimming, Roderick Committee. For where two or three gather in my church history and spending time Ferris with family. Stephan is a Management Benalla Church name, there am I with them. Consultant on a contract with He also has ten years’ experience Rod is a fourth Sanitarium. He brings skills in Matthew 18:20 in the clothing and footwear generation the area of leadership, commerce, industry as both a buyer and Adventist living in North East finance, sales, and operations.

10 | IntraVic IntraVic | 11 Committee of the Doreen and Phyona is an Elder and board He brings a broad church Mernda Community Bank and member at North Fitzroy experience and inside knowledge a member of the Emergency Church. She works part time as a of how the church works to the Relief Committee with Whittlesea Consulting Landscape Architect, committee. Community Connections. and is married with two school age Previously he was a member children. She has been a member of Ironbark School Board and of the Women’s Ministry Advisory Andrew Wilson has retained a keen interest in Committee for eight years and Mildura Church ppointments ommittee A C Adventist Education. is a member of the NCC School Andrew has been Council. She is also involved in Jack has a desire to raise the married for 30 Prayer Ministry (weekly meeting helping many poor children gain many years. profile of the Adventist church in yrs and has three adult children Lorraine an education in Myanmar. Denise with prayer team at Nunawading the Doreen/Mernda communities and is a devoted “Pa” to two enjoys potting plants to sell at the She has been part of the Victorian Anthony Christian College) and enjoys using grandchildren. op-shop, travel, bike riding and Conference Office Staff for nearly via working and associating with Wantirna creative arts to help children and bush walking. She loves to work 20 years. Her roles have included other denominations. hurch C with God on any project He asks most of the departments and adults learn about scripture and Andrew has attended the Mildura Lorraine is and is excited to see God’s leading. currently she is assistant to the God’s plan of salvation. Church all his life apart from taking current HR Manager for Adventist President and Events Co-ordinator. Robert Eales two years to travel in 1983-84. Schools Victoria. Her background Preston She is currently studying the topic He runs his own business in the is as a HR professional with global Cveta is committed to God and Mark Vodell of the Israelite Sanctuary and has building and machinery industry His church, is passionate about Bob is a retired experience across many industries Teacher an interest in Adventist Heritage, including healthcare, IT, Marketing spirituality and the spreading of State Public and enjoys donating his time Mark is a proud particularly in connection with the and Engineering. Her interests the gospel. She enjoys travel, Servant. An Adventist since the towards community events. In include travel, culture, and food. father of two shopping, reading, dining out and establishment of the church in recent years he has operated the boys and happy age of ten, he has attended Stawell, Lorraine will be able to contribute all good things! Melbourne. Paddleboat, Coonawarra, and has husband of one wife. He can Coburg and Preston Churches. He through her solid recruitment and been involved in the development selection experience. juggle and ride a unicycle – but not As a Nunawading Church member has served as an elder and treasurer at the same time! she has been teaching Sabbath for 30 years. of the North West Bush Camp. He Over the last eight years she has School classes for most of her Bruce also helps out with the Elmore been playgroup leader, small group He has graduated from his Masters Adventist life, is an Elder and has His interests are largely church Manners and South Australian annual with Honours as well as being leader, children’s Sabbath School been on the lay-preaching circuit associated activities, with a camp setup. He is currently appointed as a Justice of the Church Pastor class teacher, Social Club leader, all over Victoria. genuine interest in the Lord’s work chairperson of the Mildura church and Elder. Peace. He has been Principal of Bruce has been Gilson College since 1996 which and the running of this Conference. administration committee. She brings a healthy in ministry for many years, also has grown under his leadership understanding of how the Adventist from 115 students to over 900 Bob has been chair or board serving as Editor at the Signs Denise Twining Church operates at state, national students and is able to produce and international level. member of three school boards, Publishing Company for fifteen Teacher David Riley academic results among the a Camp Howqua Management years. He has served on the SPD highest in the region. He also Church Pastor A semi-retired Committee member for 20 years, Executive for twelve years. served on the State Government’s has served in previous terms on the Pr David Riley has teacher and mother of four, Melbourne 2030 planning Jack Spencer Conference Nominating Committee He started his internship a wife and three Denise is married to Rod. She committee. Plenty Valley at Ballarat church and has was raised an Adventist and and Pastoral Staffing Committee. children. He came to Victoria five committed her life to God at 21. Church pastored many churches in other years ago and has served as Pastor Bob brings a good knowledge of Cveta Bakof Jack is Conferences. In Victoria he has at Casey and Cranbourne Churches She has served as Sabbath School currently a serving Elder at Conference personnel and sound previously pastored Warragul, and now Wantirna. leader, Elder, Senior Elder and Nunawading Plenty Valley Adventist Church. knowledge of Conference procedures. head of the catering committee, to Longwarry and Wantirna Churches. Church Before retirement he was Sales mention a few of many positions He is now the Senior pastor of He has also served on the Pastoral Cveta has worked and Marketing manager for a over the years. Lilydale church. Staffing Committee and is working as assistant to the CEO of the manufacturing company supplying Phyona with the Personal Ministries Denise has a passion for working Chamber of Mines in Victoria and the automotive and bio–medical Pastoral ministry, research, with the poor. She is one of the as assistant to Managers in the industries. He now works as McMahon department to produce an outreach founders of Gems and Jams Insurance Industry, as well as a part time consultant. He is North Fitzroy writing, and walking are among the and revival resource based on the opportunity shop and GEMS for life, working in the fashion industry for also a member of the Steering things Bruce enjoys. book of Revelation.

12 | IntraVic IntraVic | 13 were going to PNG to try to get to Finally Afloat Ambunti. If they couldn’t make it there, they would have a holiday Burwood Church anyway! In desperation Graham gave Peter a call, and he ‘just In September, the Record shared the news that the medical clinic houseboat, the Pathfinder II had finally been Church News happened’ to be free to travel with repaired after being inoperable since 2003, and would recommence its vital service to villages along the Sepik them. River in PNG. God had answered – with not one Church members Rene and raiser, gathering support from incredibly busy, and finding an man, but three. Peter knew about Graham Fraser, had heard of the around Australia. Burwood and opportunity to go to PNG that boats, John knew about PNG, and plight of the Pathfinder a number Shepparton churches were among would suit everyone was nearly Graham himself had worked as a of years ago from a personal friend those which joined in. impossible. Information continued volunteer in Fiji and Vanuatu. Oh, of theirs, Lyn Anderson, who had Money however, was not the only to be gathered. David Lundstrom, studied nursing and graduated problem God solved. who originally built the boat, with Rene. Lyn, now living in provided valuable documentation Please pray that Cooranbong, had spent a number A report done a few years and construction advice. Clearly of years working on the original previously, had insufficient the boat had been solidly built, but this very special Pathfinder. When she heard it had information for a proper repair, without the right man for the job, ceased operation, she understood but indicated a visit by an expert how could the project proceed? boat will not At Burwood Church on September 19 Kevin Price and Chester Kuma from Adventist the plight facing the villagers was essential. A church member, During a sermon at Burwood Health at the SPD presented Graham and Lyn with Adopt-a-Clinic certificates in only help the appreciation for the work they have done to achieve this remarkable re-launch without the medical help they Miroslav, suggested to Graham that about this time, the congregation needed. So Rene and Lyn caught since the Pathfinder was similar was invited to write a private people with their up at a café and talked about the to a houseboat, why not check out prayer. Graham asked for a project physical needs, Pathfinder Clinic and what could be Eildon, the home of houseboats, manager - someone who had done. From there the project grew for an expert. So a drive to Eildon, worked in PNG and knew about but their spiritual – both in its enormity, and in the taking note of repair companies boats and working with volunteers. needs as well. Lord’s blessings. there, resulted in a number of Late 2011, John Murray, a Re-floating the Pathfinder was phone calls in ensuing months. mechanic and farmer born and - Lyn Anderson actually an SPD Adopt-a-Clinic Eventually, the boss of Anchorage raised in PNG, contacted Graham, project and with God’s guidance Houseboats, Peter McKernan, expressing interest. But he wasn’t became an enthusiastic volunteer. and Rene’s encouragement, a boat expert. Early 2012 he The Pathfinder II under going Lyn became the main fund- But progress stalled. Peter was called again – he and his son Luke and a bonus that Graham had not repairs asked for – Luke was a builder! The trip was successful – the project was achievable and plans were once again underway. Items were purchased and assembled for the repair, with many discounts and donations of goods from corporate supporters. Peter recruited family members, mostly tradesmen, and an outboard motor expert. Then, in July, with Lyn as cook, they were on their way. With help from the local Ambunti people, the Pathfinder was restored in three weeks. God’s blessings will continue to be felt as this much Launched and ready to needed clinic tends to the needs of the many isolated villagers living along the Sepik River. More about this God-led journey is available on facebook at Pathfinder 2 Restoration. The houseboat being launched Image Caption now that it’s back in working order IntraVic with Graham Fraser 14 | IntraVic IntraVic | 15 Kicking Goals Garage Sale Outreach For God Bendigo Church Glen Huntly Church Twice per year, church members hold a Garage Sale and September 8 was their ninth one since they started. When fourteen year old Michael Karaoglanis turned up to play Since we started the Garage sale people in the community have become “invitation only” footy in front of more aware of our church here in Bendigo and we have opportunity to Eastern Ranges Football League hand out literature and Signs magazines to people who come. talent scouts, he already knew what he would say if selected to To date, the church has raised over $15,000. At this most recent sale, we take the next step towards an elite made $3234.20 (which included a $1000 to ADRA), giving us a financial AFL career. base to run projects at the Michael lives for football, but it will always church and in the community. Nunawading Adventurers learning about whales From the time he was born, take second place to his love for God and earning their patches Peter Ashworth Michael was destined to run fast and from a young age, all he ever wanted to do was play Aussie Rules Football. With three premierships Coach said under his belt – Under 9’s, Under – “we’re not 11’s and Under 14’s - he is A WHALE of a time somewhat a veteran of the game. finished with you Nunawading Church yet” but Michael, The talent scouts were aware that Regular garage sales are a great way At Nunawading Adventurers club we have been exploring he would not play on Saturdays, nor has God to meet people, as well as raise much BIBLE HEROES for most of the year during our worship however he was still selected to needed funds for various projects segments. Recently, we were very privileged to have hosted join the squad. I asked Michael if this was a hard Jonah, aka Andrew Wegner from Wildlife Lectures where we decision to make and did it involve learned all about the amazing WHALES! Michael knocked back the offer, hours of agonising, lots of prayer doing so in order to honour God and seeking wise counsel. His The display Andrew brought along was awesome with all sorts and respect His Sabbath, even reply was simple: “NO!” of sea life. Dressed in period attire, Jonah was a little reluctant though the offer stood should he to enter – after all he was escaping from having to go to only attended training sessions. It Because to him, dishonouring God Nineveh at the time – but he was put at ease when he saw the was win/win but he knew that by and selfish grabbing behaviour was whole adventurer club eagerly waiting to hear his presentation. taking this spot offered only for not an option. This young man is to After telling us his story, we had no shortage of volunteers to training purposes another potential be commended – and is an example player missed out. lift a huge whale rib, compare vertebra sizes with their own, to others; and I don’t just mean the feel the whale skin, and measure out the actual length of a young people! whale with a rope! Michael with proud father, Peter And I do know this, having been Stop Press... Everyone was enthusiastic to work on the Whales award, so the around the Karaoglanis family all Michael’s life, the prayer and wise Spanish Congregation scene was appropriately set with a whale sound CD and was counsel that he has received along very interactive and tactile. Andrew had heaps of information Miguel Flamenco reports on news just in – “It has been with great life’s journey helped to make this and answered questions from the kids with lots of fun and joy that we have received information from Channel 31 regarding seemingly hard choice so easy. laughs! the Spanish program - “La Voz del Consolador” with Pr Andres Portes, which we have had airing since September. So…watch this space as God’s plan We concluded by asking the children to use their creative for Michael’s life unfolds before our In the first month 12,000 people have been watching the program - talents and sculpture the whale and Jonah with play dough. eyes. an average of 3000 people per program every Sunday… at 6.30 am. This was a great award to do as a group, really enjoyable for Deb O’Mahony both Adventurers and their parents! People from channel 31 are happy for this and of course, we are too! Carolin Schmitz Praise God.”

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Fill in the blanks using vowels (a,e,i,o,u) to discover the Adventurer Pledge X XXXX B_c__s_ J_s_sB_c__s_ B_c__s_ l_v_s J_s_s m_J_s_s l_v_s _ l_v_s m_c_n m_ _ _ c_n _ c_n_ _ science XX A XXlub XX C B_c__s_ J_s_sThis month’s l_v_s m_lw_ys _ d_ c_n lw_ys _ lw_ys d_m_ b_st d_ m_ b_st m_ b_st X rs Hi there kids! Do you love exploring and re activity tu going on adventures?lw_ys Do you enjoy learningd_ m_ b_st n new things and spending time with your friends? I bet you ve W d do and so do boys and girls in Adventurer Clubs all around the world! competition h WORD A y e Adventurers is a special club for boys and girls 4 to 9 years old and they have d h lots of fun together earning badges and learning more about Jesus and the amazing o T w SEARCH world He has created for us. Maybe you are an Adventurer or have moved on to Pathfinders e h already. Maybe you don’t know much about it and would like to know more. Either way we hope XXXXXXXXXXXXXXCan you design a new a you have fun doing these puzzles and if you want to know more about Adventurers then ask your mum ve MAZE or dad email [email protected] A XXXXXXXXXXXXXXAdventurer Award? Draw a d v e pictureXXXXXXXX. of it below, give it a n other tu Then God saw everything that He had made, and indeed name & get your grownup to There is a special reason r e it was very good! Genesis 1:31a rs activity mail it to us (address below) by that Adventurers was started. ? next Sabbath and you could be Look up Proverbs 22:6 and write WORD SEARCH SEARCH this month’s winner! down what you think that reason is. ADVENTURERS LAW WHALE

R Y F A Z H H O Y R T I ...... B W M T E E X L E D N U award ...... O M W I L L K S N N E I 1. Pick one whale to study...... E R U P X D P K U I I R 2. Is a whale a mammal or fif ish? ...... M V F K Q E H M C K D E ...... T U I L C X Q Y Q F E V 3. What is the size of the whale when THE ...... fully grown? L U F T H G U O H T B E LAST WORD E H F T N I Y V Z F O R 4. Draw full size whale on the ground To learn more about Adventurers email W U C H E E R F U L R E with chalk. [email protected] L V R V C Z T D K T A N 5. Learn five facts about your whale. If you love going on holidays with your family then make J A O T B C S T B C L T sure they know about the next ADVENTURER CAMPOREE. 6. In damp sand or playdough sculpt Even if you are not an Adventurer your family can come G S I J Z N J F A S R C your whale. along and find out for yourself how much fun Adventurers Be: can be. Find the ad in this magazine for more details. Victorian Children’s M Victorian Children inistries ATTENTIVE ;CHEERFUL; HELPFUL; KIND; OBEDIENT; ’s Minis 7. Read or listen to the story tries PURE; RESPECTFUL; REVERENT; THOUGHTFUL; TRUE

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We had painting, marshmallow Shine - the Conference constructions, wheat bag making, ConferenceChildren’s Ministries News hand clapping, story props, resources galore and above all It’s been said; the first step on a journey is the hardest to a passion from each and every presenter to use their gifts in take. Almost a year ago, the Children’s Ministries Department sharing the love of Jesus. stepped out in faith and decided to embark on a new journey - to hold a state wide Children’s Ministries Training Day. The last one was over a decade ago SHINE: Pr Daron Pratt - keynote speaker at the conference After much planning and a huge equipping parents for this vital role. Serve Him IN amount of prayer, on September Pr. Daron also called on a number Everything! 14th we opened the doors of the of biblical directives that command Lilydale Adventist Academy Chapel us to reach out and minister to to 110 people who were all there children. for the same reason: to ‘SHINE’ for After a scrumptious lunch, Jesus in their homes, churches, Pr. Daron also shared some prepared by Donny and her schools and communities. We had of the fantastic new resources amazing team, we headed back for mums and dads, grandmas and available to families, schools and a memorable afternoon where we grandpas, teachers, Children’s churches including the SHINE were joined by author and group Ministry leaders, pastors, Sabbath Club, Bible Adventures studies facilitator Mark Collard. There was Fun at the workshops with Sherrell Pratt (above) no chance for any ‘afternoon shut and Pr Dave Edgren (pictured below School leaders, VBS coordinators and Daily Bites study guides along and more, eager to participate and with an old favourite – Table Talk. eye’ as Mark had us up and moving learn. These resources and others were from beginning to end. We met available for people to take away new people, realised how much The morning began with worship with them on the day. we had in common with others thanks to the musical talents of and laughed until our jaws hurt. Hayden and Melby Peterson and After the inspiration from Pr. Mark’s focus was to encourage and their three beautiful children. Daron’s message it was time to equip our attendees with practical Hayden introduced us to the DAG head off to workshops! On offer ideas that could be incorporated Medley, a large variety of children’s were engaging and interactive into a variety of programs enabling songs that use the chords D, A & sessions from: ‘creative’ grouping ideas and G, and put forward the challenge allowing children to interact to those ‘budding’ guitar players Pr. Daron Pratt – The 4-14 Window positively with others and step in the congregation to strum along outside of their comfort zones. Pr. David Edgren – Shaping during their own worship times. There will be no more ‘1,2,3,1,2,3’ Children with Stories grouping by any of our attendees Our keynote speaker for the day Sue Mercer – The ‘How To’ of Safe again! was Pr. Daron Pratt, Director of Places Children’s Ministries for NNSW From the moment we were first Carolin Schmitz – Creativity in Conference. He shared with us his given the idea of holding this Action (including Happy Hands) passion for ministry to children and event, until long after we had all the importance of resourcing and Sherrell Pratt – Messy Church packed up and gone home, God has been an ever-present help. We Caroline Schmitz - Happy Hands Co-ordinator praise Him for His provision and faithfulness and trust that the day was a blessing to every person who was there. It is our prayer that every attendee has gone back to their home, school or church with a renewed energy to SHINE for God’s precious children.

Katherine Darroch, Children’s Ministries Coordinator

20 | IntraVic IntraVic | 21 Training Course Available Chaplaincy Health Ministries AdventCare (22144VIC Certificate IV in Presenting Community Health Education Programs) Chaplain’s department is not This training course is designed for ‘Effective Communication’, ‘Food a requirement in an aged care our church members, and others, Demonstrating’, and ‘Food Safety institution and many facilities do who are interested in following Principles’. not have one. Pastoral care is left and presenting a Christian to occasional visits by clergy from Goodbye and whole-person ministry to their In Melbourne the next training the Residents’ own churches. So unique faith and belief (religious then it is a great joy to see “non communities and church members course will start on Sunday 16th of why does AdventCare Whitehorse or non-religious) and seek to believers” take the all-important Thankyou in a relevant, credible manner. February 2014. (“Coronella”) go to the expense of employing a full-time Chaplain? offer assistance in their search step of committing their lives to the AdventCare for meaning and fulfilment. At Development of the training course If we get enough interest, we are Lord Jesus Christ. Coronella the chaplains conduct is ongoing, and in its present form also able to conduct this training All life is a series of transitions Pastor Tony Campbell has been a weekly Bible study groups, a has received an excellent response course in Warrnambool, starting – from childhood to youth, to Chaplains find it a challenge, and Chaplain at AdventCare for the past number of morning worship from participants, from Health February 1 & 2. adulthood, marriage, family, to the a privilege, to journey with a dying four (4) years, and we would like to Directors in local Conferences, the “empty nest”, to old age and finally periods as well as the regular resident, helping them to prepare congratulate him on his retirement Division, and General Conference. If you are interested in joining, to death. On this great journey we Sabbath services. Volunteers for that eventuality and giving on the 2nd October 2013. There is a firm commitment please email, or ring for an all learn to adjust to the various from our metropolitan churches support to their families as they The management, staff, residents to keep this training course information pack which contains stages in our lives but sometimes assist in these endeavours and come to terms with what is taking and families at AdventCare farewell constantly updated, not only with course details, a registration form, the transitions from one phase to their ministry is highly valued place in their loved one’s life. Tony and wish him a happy and the latest documented nutrition and two pre-course study units another are made easier when we and appreciated. The chaplains Sometimes chaplains are called long retirement. information, but also the best (see contact details below). have others to help us. also try to visit personally every upon to conduct the funeral service teaching methods. resident each week. With some and to continue providing support Tony will be remembered for his A large part of the course is by No-one really wants to spend the who request it personal devotional to families until they are able to gentle nature and the wonderful This training course is accredited last years of life in a care institution time is given. The visually impaired correspondence, with question embrace their journey through things that he did at AdventCare. in three countries; Australia, but it happens for most of us. love to have someone read to them sheets, assays and reading grief. We thank Tony for four wonderful England and the United States. assignments that accompany Residents in aged care facilities from the Bible, the Record, the are given a place (a room) to call years of friendship, hard work and the study units which are to newspaper etc. The course is divided into 21 their own, they are fed, they are From time to time staff members dedication. be completed and returned for study units, which cover subjects cared for physically and medically seek counsel and comfort as they marking. There is a 50 hour Many, many times residents from such as the ‘Adventist Health as needed. They are entertained experience the tough times of life It is true that you can be taken out ‘face to face’ component that other Christian traditions have of the workforce, but the work can Philosophy’, ‘Basic Nutrition’, and encouraged to participate – marriage problems, sick children is conducted on 8 Sundays in commented on the peaceful, never be taken out of you. I am ‘Advantages of a Vegetarian Diet’, in various activities. However, and so on. Melbourne, and 4 weekends in spiritual atmosphere at Coronella confident you’ll never stop working ‘The Lifestyle Connection in as Christians, we recognize that country areas of Victoria, where and stated that it is for this reason on things you love to do. Reducing the Risk of Disease’, ‘The there is another, vitally important, It is an honour and a privilege to the practical subjects are taught, that they specifically chose to come Importance of Being Active’, ‘How dimension to life and that is the pray with residents, families, and plus a review of home study units. here. As well as the spiritual We wish Tony all the best in his to Plan and Conduct a Successful spiritual. Without providing for staff in their times of specific need. atmosphere the general care is future endeavours. Health Out-reach Program’, Sibilla Johnson the spiritual dimension we do not given in a loving way. Now and Pr Tony Campbell ‘Marketing and Advertising’, National Trainer provide care for the whole person. Helen Psomiadis So it is that we, as Seventh-day Facilities Coordination Manager Adventist Christians, seek to AdventCare Whitehorse Course details minister to the whole being and Congratulations Sunday 16 February 2014, 9.30 am - 3.30 pm. Classes limited to 15 people. so chaplains are employed in our Baby Arrival institutions. Pr Tony Campbell Fees: $450. All Inclusive of: Congratulations to Beata and Jaris Kania, on the • Training manual: Approximately 400 pages. Chaplains are concerned with the safe arrival of Joshua Benjamin on August 12. • Text book: Nutrition and Wellness, Dr Winston Craig, 2011. emotional and spiritual wellbeing To big brother, Adrian and sister, Jessica too. • Text book: Food and Nutrition, Dr Mark Wahlqvist, 2011. of all residents, and their families • CD with 60 power point presentations suitable for Health Education as well as of the staff. The care Beata has been working in the Treasury Department for a number of years as Accounts Programs. given includes specific religious services as well as general Clerk and is a valued member of our staff. • Plus a lunch meal on the training days support in times of transition Beata, we wish you and your family all the best, Please contact: Tanya Karaoglanis ([email protected] 09 and adjustment. Chaplains and may the Lord bless you and keep you as you 8264 7777) if you are interested in joining the Health Ministry Team and respect every person’s dignity, care for this precious child. taking part in this training course. 22 | IntraVic IntraVic | 23 ASV Schools featured in the Independent Schools Victoria publication... Les Miserables It was a big night out for family and friends of Nunawading Christian College on Tuesday, 10 September. ‘Journeys’ The school family came together to watch their students put on one of the most challenging of musicals – Les Miserables. The production, directed by Ms Jenny Kavur, included “You don’t have to look students building a large vegetable 120 of the 165 students as well overseas to see best garden, making connections with as many parent volunteers. The practice in education”, their community through the enthusiastic audience number 400+. Our Values sale and donate of produce and said Independent Schools cooking up a storm and inviting Prior to the production students Our values are encompassed between Three of our schools have been Victoria SSNP Advisor Max the community to eat with them. were featured in the local paper on the pillars of Love and Service. part of the Smarter Schools Caruso. “A visit to Gilson The program continues to expand 4 September. This provided a boost God’s love for us and our love National Partnerships (SSNP) College will demonstrate through sharing their experience in energy and enthusiasm to the students and staff in the practices response to Him through service to program, which was designed to best practice in action.” with another local state school and Him and others, is expressed through improve the quality of Australian plans to link with the local TAFE. leading up to the main event. As our Christian values. schooling and student outcomes. As quoted in ‘Journeys’, Mark quoted by Ms Kavur on page 25 of the “The students love the paper, “It has been a transformation, We live our Christianity through: These schools are Gilson College, Vodell, Gilson College Principal, said, “The impact of the National Kitchen Garden Program. a revolution of the heart” Excellence Henderson College and Heritage Partnerships programs throughout Using God’s gifts to do our best College. Case studies from They don’t mind getting Gilson College and Henderson out school is having a substantially Compassion their hands dirty. Even at College were featured in the new positive effect on the education Showing kindness and empathy to all lunchtime some students will Students & Staff on and achievement of our young publication released in September be out in the garden, working Humility this year entitled ‘Journeys’. people from the western suburbs Overseas Service Trips (SOST) Accepting our achievements without of Melbourne”. and some are now building boasting As Michelle Green, Chief their own kitchen gardens The values that motivate ASV and its member schools are Henderson College’s challenge Respect Executive of ISV explains in the at home, and also cooking encompassed in Love & Service. The Love of God and Service to Thinking and behaving well towards Introduction, “The publication is was to strengthen the school’s Others. This is demonstrated through the community service projects others an uplifting collection of articles connection with the broader meals at home”. and overseas mission projects that our schools are involved in Integrity from Independent Schools community. This was achieved Ms Cherie Reid, Head of Primary and Kitchen throughout the year. Living at peace with ourselves across Victoria… with many by receiving the first ‘Stephanie Garden Program Coordinator in 2012. This year we have had students, parents and teachers attend the Justice positive lessons learnt. One Alexander Kitchen Garden’ grant to following service trips. Seeking what is right of the most important is that an in Victoria Craig Dunstan, an Independent which resulted in Primary school Schools Victoria SSNP Advisor Discernment teaching experience, imagination, • Henderson College – Year 10 trip to Vietnam Making wise choices collaboration, goodwill – and hard to Henderson College explains in ‘Journeys’, ‘The Garden at • Gilson College – Myanmar Responsibility work – can overcome Henderson College provides • Lilydale Adventist Academy – Vanuatu Owning our actions many education challenges”. opportunities for the school and • Nunawading Christian College – Vanuatu Hope Gilson College was featured their families to share experiences • Heritage College – a double trip to Nepal in 2014 Living with joy because for taking on the challenge of and be part of a community.’ our future is certain implementing the Australian Even though our Primary students do not travel on these To read the full articles featured, For a list of Adventist Schools Curriculum in 2013 by trips, they take part in community service by raising vital in Victoria, visit our website introducing the Agile process head to www.asv.adventist.edu.au funds for these trips and other community initiatives of project management. The asv.adventist.edu.au The Smarter Schools National as well as actively participating in Alphabet Ark results included leadership Partnership program is a joint initiative of the Australian Government and Happy Hands programs. capacity spreading throughout and Independent Schools Victoria. the school.

24 | IntraVic IntraVic | 25 Visiting Echuca Literature Evangelists The team visited Echuca on September 25-27 and during that time they visited over 1000 homes. Training Others Sandy Wallis was invited into the the Philippines. After discussions, We thank the Echuca church for Safe Places Services home of a beautiful Catholic family. Clark and Marissa, along with their tremendous support and Our Church is affiliated with the They had arrived here from the Rafael, chose My Bible Friends and we pray for them as they visit and National Council of Churches “GRAND FINAL” Philippines earlier this year with have indicated that they would like establish friendships with those Australia, and participates in I am sure you heard about it – was pretty hard to miss, in fact – Permanent Residency. Marissa The Bible Story books at a later that we contacted. collaboratively providing training through the associated Save that footy game played somewhere in Melbourne last month… works in disability services with date. Church Training Agreement. Highlight at end somehow - If you children, and Clark trained as a This in essence means that all Hawks versus Dockers - people passionately displaying their Before leaving Rutchel warmly would like to find out more about associated churches are trained to teacher but has not as yet obtained colours, animatedly contending over who would win. invited them to come along to the LE team and what they do, visit the same standards of Child Save work. practices. church with us and they accepted. their new website... In amongst all of that fuss generated over a simple football Marissa and Clark purchased Having this beautiful family worship As a result of this collaboration match, it’s important to remind ourselves that it was… that it the Sammy series of books and with us and staying for lunch MoveMeLord.com the churches here in Victoria have agreed to open up their is “just a game”. Compared to many of the issues facing the upon leaving Sandy arranged afterwards, made our Sabbath Joe Paola training programs to other faith world today, winning a football match doesn’t really seem to to see them again the following extra special. organisations. This is intended to matter all that much. evening. The next evening Sandy be provided at a minimal cost of $20 so everyone who is able, can was accompanied by Rutchel, our Our team of Literature Evangelists, attend. By the way, if you haven’t heard yet, there’s a much more Filipina Literature Evangelist, who Peter Smith, John Sheermeijer, important battle being played out in the universe…. quickly established a rapport with Sandy Wallis, Rutchel Marquez, It is intended that ALL pastors, Rosie Ansell, Geoff Wall and Joe local church Safe Place The Bible talks about a conflict between good and evil - God the family. Coordinators as well as elders, Paola visited over 1100 homes, deacons and deaconesses, Sabbath versus the Devil - and Revelation says there’s a lot of history On displaying The Bible Story and distributed nearly 900 pieces of School and other leaders in the between these two sides. This spiritual “grand final” is between My Bible Friends volumes, Clark literature, prayed in 41 homes and church be provided with ongoing the followers of Christ and the agents of Satan, and the match training and support. and Marissa both stood looking had 34 homes accept to watch our Sandy Wallis and Rutchel Marquez with one of the isn’t in the MCG but in our hearts. in wonder, and were certain they Beyond DVDs. families they visited in September If you are interested in attending had seen these sets as children in one of the upcoming workshops Whose side are you on - Saints or Demons? and would like more information, please contact Kylie Kendall on is Of course there’s not nearly as much fuss on the news about The LE team and church members (03) 9880 6111. this spiritual struggle, but it is important to remind ourselves

November 9 in Mooroolbark that the Winner of this match is the ONLY One that matters. November 23 in Lilydale December 7 in Templestowe Oh, and play well in this battle and you won’t be lifting a cup to commemorate your victory, but lifting Christ to celebrate His! (Ephesians 6:12).

Pr David Riley

26 | IntraVic IntraVic | 27 2014 Middle East Tour Building on the background of many successful tours, Pastor Harold RTB SETS WORN AND DAMAGED BY STORMS! Harker will lead another fantastic Middle East Tour in 2014. The Best of 34-day tour will explore Jordan, Israel, Turkey and Greece. URGENTLY NEEDED: baskets big & small • artificial fruit & vegetables • pottery from tiny to huge – pots, vases, bowls • dried grasses & You will be able to enjoy a Sabbath on Patmos, which many consider the highlight of the tour. You’ll also visit Gallipoli, and six of the flowers • mats, carpets, curtains & pieces of material of all sizes seven church sites of Revelation. • anything else that you think may be useful on any of the RTB sets... Europe Tour Follow in the steps of Paul as he travelled Greece, and see where Think rusty farm implements, old animal cages, lanterns, luxurious Jesus was baptised, the site of Sodom, Mt Nebo and Petra in Jordan. items for Herod’s palace scene etc. Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, walk in Jerusalem just as Jesus did, visit the Dead Sea and explore so many other places in Please contact Kim de Waal on 0409 425 904 to arrange collection. Israel. At the end of the trip in Athens, you can either travel home or May 2014 explore other locations in Europe.

The best of Europe Tour 2013 was an outstanding success, with everyone March 7-10 delighted with the highlights of Switzerland, For more information, please Adventurer contact Pastor Harold Harker on Austria and Italy. (02) 4385 8282 or via [email protected] The 2014 Tyour is going to Family be even better. Plan fora

Happy Hands is a community 2014 Camporee holiday you’ll never forget program designed to involve and enjoy a seven-day Greek Island cruise as part children in exploring their creativity with Daron Pratt & Graeme Frauenfelder - as God intended. of this fantastic trip of a lifetime! There are countless ways you can support the program. Dr Paul Boeru For more information, Call Dianne Cotter on 03 9264 7730 or email [email protected] to find out how you can help. contact Pastor Harold Nunawading Christian College Harker on (02) 4385 8282 or Having worked as a pastor for 23 years, Dr Paul Boeru has Tuesdays 10:00 – 11:30am extensive experience with families and relationships. [email protected] Gilson College Mernda Mondays 1:00pm – 2:30pm Paul has completed studies at PhD level and is accredited as a Family Resolution Practitioner by the Attorney General Department and registered as a Counsellor with the Australia Counselling Association.

Paul aims to provide a Christian perspective on relationships and reconciliation.

For more info about happy hands art time, visit Paul Boeru 0431 079 972 [email protected] 28 | IntraVic www.happyhandsart.com IntraVic | 29 Notices How to Live a Know Your Enemy Victorious Life If knowing more about Diabetes and Obesity and how to stop them in their tracks interests you… VAAS Weekend in Marysville SUNSET (Victorian Adventist Adult Singles subsidised activity) Dr Comstock is visiting from the US and will be TIMES: presenting a series on how simple lifestyle changes Guest Speaker: Pr. Geoff Youlden can combat these enemies of modern day living. NOVEMBER Date: 15-17th November Throughout late October and November, Dr Comstock TRUST will be presenting at our Hughesdale, Geelong, Clayton Cook Is and Registration: 5:30pm on the 15th and concluding Sabbath opening closing Oakleigh Polish churches, on Friday evenings and Sabbath afternoons, 2pm on the 17th SERVICES and in Caulfield one Sunday. Nov 1,2 7.55 7.56 Venue: Elkhana Guest House Visit Intravic.adventistconnect.org for more information on times and 975 Buxton-Marysville Rd, Marysville Nov 8,9 8.02 8.03 locations or contact Tamara Auora-McCulloch Cost: $145 Shared acommodation Mobile: 0431173100 Nov 15,16 8.10 8.11 TRUST SERVICES (inc. 6 meals + 2 nights accommodation) Email: [email protected] Ensuring that we effectively Payment: BSB: 063 535 Nov 22,23 8.17 8.18 manage the resources God A/C: 1048 0183 Nov 29,20 8.25 8.26 entrusts to us all. Book Sale RSVP: 27th October (Booking & Payment Essential) Bairnsdale time is 10 minutes EARLIER A complimentary service to church members At Nunawading Church Hall! Ph.: Judy - 0407 510 545 of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, their & at Hamilton the time is 12 minutes families and their friends. Sunday, November 10, 11am - 3 pm Cherryl - 0411 481 930 Later. 6000 quality used books -with an This series is an attempt to explain in detail what average price of just $4! To have a new Will prepared some feel is a major breakthrough in the for you, please arrange for an Including: religion/EGW/Bibles/ victorious Christian life. OFFERING appointment by contacting christian novels/childrens/music... Trust Services at the Victorian A weekend of fellowship, group discussions, SCHEDULE: Conference. All proceeds go towards the church exploring Marysville’s beauty and nature. building fund of Nunawading Church - Hope to see you there!! Phone: 03 9264 7725 NOVEMBER Mobile: 0423 784 000 located on Central Road, Nunawading. Email: [email protected] Adventist Motorcycle Ministry Wanted: People who love the Lord & enjoy their riding their Motorbike… Nov 2 Local Church Budget Interested in joining a new ministry called the Adventist Motorcycle Nov 9 World Mission Budget Ministry? Interested people please come to the Lilydale SDA Church (680 Hull Road Lilydale) 7:00pm on the 30th Benalla Seventh-day Adventist Church (Global Mission) October 2013. invites you to share in our... Contact John Brereton at Nov 16 Education/Camping Ministry [email protected] or 0418 722831 for more details. th Nov 23 Local Church Budget Nov 30 Local Church Budget

Good News for all lovers of Marmite – it is back and available at the ABC – at the same 1963 - 2013 selling price - $2.50 30th November 2013 at 10am A Celebration Reunion is planned for all present Adventist Book Centre 44 Smythe Street, Benalla and former members, please join us for our Located at the Victorian Conference Office, Central Rd, Nunawading, the Book Centre is open RSVP: By 15th Nov 2013 Special Service, a meal and Reminiscing. from 9-5 Monday to Thursday and until midday Friday. Call 03 9264 7760/61 or visit vic.adventist. 0417 218 161 or org.au and follow menu links to the Book Centre website. Looking back, but going Forward in Faith [email protected] IntraVic | 31 30 | IntraVic KeKy eKTyoeTypoicTp: oicp: ic: “Wh“aWt dho“aWets dh Goaeot sdd Goweoasdn G tw ofaodnr wt faonrt for You”Y -o bur”Yo -ou ubg”rh o-tu btgorho utu stg obh yut st ob yu s by specsiaple gcsuiapeles gct iusaepls egtau skepeserta Dskpere ra Dker r Dr LowLelol wCLeolol wpCeorlol pCeoroper InvIintveIindtveidStepdSeapkSeeaprke:ea rk:e r: CanaCdainaanCd-abinaoanrd-nbi,a oLnro-nbw, oLerlonl w, Lelol well CoopCeoro ipCse oaro gipsee nare girsea nal evgriecanel evricael vice prespidrenspitd roefns titdh oefn Gtth eoenf eGtrheaenl eGreanl eral ConfCeorennfCecoreen onfefc rSee eonvfce eSn eotvhfe -Snetvhe-nth- day Adadyv eAdnadtyvi seAtnsdt.v iAset nspt.o iAsti stpi.o Asni ptiosni tion heldh seinldch ese i1lnd9c 9es8 i1n.9c9e8 1.998.

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