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Editorial 3 ¿Qué Está Pasando? 12 inside4 Helping Communities in Crisis QuoiEPARTMENTS de Neuf? 13 EATURES YouthD Connections 24 F Atlantic Union College 6 Bermuda 11 8 The GreaterEWS New York 14 Future is Ours to See NewN York 18 Northern New England 20 OVER TORY Northeastern 22 C S : Southern New England 23

Bulletin Board 27 16 Christ’s Power… Classifieds 29 Our Hands NFORMATION I December Issue October 14 January Issue November 11 31 The Media is all FebruaryEADLINES Issue December 9 Over us and God is D in the Headlines The GLEANER deadline schedule is available online at www.atlantic-union.org/gleaner4.htm.

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A2 Atlantic Union C GLEANER, October: 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site EDITORIAL

A Gift of Love from God

hen my daughter was born 22 In my travels around the Atlantic Union, years ago, I was determined to I have met other parents who have ques- Wgive her the best of everything. I tioned whether or not they are good par- felt blessed with the privilege of being the ents. I am sure there are parents who, at mother God had chosen to take care of His some point, feel challenged as they are special “gift of love.” Even before she was about to begin their journey of raising born, she was exposed to daily worship, children, and some who are already par- reading, music, a loving home and church ents and wondering “Am I doing it right?” environment, lots of prayer, and a mom who To all of you I say, “Believe in yourself. tried to think positive thoughts. On the days when you feel you can’t do Once she was born, it didn’t take long to it, be determined to win the battle with realize that the things she would be exposed Christ’s help. Trust God and allow Him to to in her early years would greatly impact guide you.” Hopefully, you have great sup- her future. What her father and I did with port systems among your family, friends, her, the type of discipline, rules established, church, and community. people she met, and how we chose to relate “Children are a Parents would agree that it is more chal- to her, all would impact her as she devel- lenging to raise children today than it was oped. It fascinated me to see how quickly gift from God; she learned and to watch her determination. 22 years ago. And, there are many more I recall one day when she was not much sources of information available. On the they are his more than two-years-old. It was time for Internet alone you can find Web sites that her bath and as I was helping her take her will provide resources, training, networking, reward”—Psalms clothes off, she protested. She proceeded to monthly newsletters, counseling, and more. put her clothes back on and exclaimed, “I Take a moment to read the feature story, 127:3 (TLB). can do it myself.” And she did just that— “The Future Is Ours to See,” on page eight took them off by herself. of this issue. Hopefully it will provide you There were times along the way when I with some information and more resources wondered if I was equipped to handle the that may help you significantly. challenge of raising her. I promised myself It is an awesome responsibility to raise as she grew that I would not be surprised by children and I salute all other parents. anything that happened as she developed. Though there is a sense in which we will I prepared myself for the good and the not always be parents, and our children always so good. I wanted to “keep it real” and to children, yet the converse is more a real- stay away from unrealistic expectations. I ity—we must let go gracefully. encouraged her to communicate whether her So we need to ask God for the wisdom to news was good or bad. Now when I reflect give them well anchored roots and strong on the many years of joy and challenges— wings and watch them wing their way she has graduated from college and chosen heavenward. to continue with graduate studies—I thank God for the many times He whispered in Ednor A. P. Davison is editor of the Atlantic my ears, “Keep going, you’re doing all right.” Union GLEANER and assistant communication Am I glad I listened! director for the Atlantic Union Conference.

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 3 Helping Communities in Crisis Adventist Community Services Disaster Response Provides Relief Aid to Those Affected by Hurricane Katrina

By Ednor A. P. Davison

thoughts and prayers of our members in the Atlantic “The Union Conference go out to the many individuals and families who have lost loved ones and continue to suffer the effects of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. These are our fellow humans who are now in need in a special way,” said Donald G. King, president of the Atlantic Union Conference, in a statement issued after the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina which made land fall in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama on August 29. King called on members of the Atlantic Union to join the nation in prayer and, wherever possible, lend their support for individuals in this disaster-stricken area. By the time the release was sent out, the Adventist Community Services (ACS) Disaster Response Network had already been activated to respond to the needs of the victims of this devastating storm. “We are working with the Federal Lenworth Sealey Emergency Management Agency to set up a multi-agency Carolynn Bishop (Brooklyn, N.Y.), a member of the National Association for the Prevention of warehouse near the devastated areas in Louisiana,” said Lavida Starvation (NAPS), serves a meal to a hurricane victim from a street-side kitchen. NAPS is a volunteer relief organization founded in 1978 and registered in the state of Alabama. College Whitson, Adventist Community Services director for Arkansas- students are NAPS’ primary source of volunteers. Louisiana Conference. “The multi-agency warehouse will be managed by ACS Disaster Response and used to supply state communities, within the United States and Bermuda, victimized designated distribution sites. Our warehouse operation is where by natural disasters and unforeseen tragedies. For more than 100 volunteers sort and package donated goods, pull orders and load years, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has provided emer- trucks for delivery to the affected areas,” Whitson continued. gency relief through this service. Whenever and wherever disaster strikes—they are committed to helping communities in crises. What is ACS Disaster Response? ACS Disaster Response is a voluntary service provided by The ACS Disaster Response Network Adventist Community Services to assist individuals, families, and The ACS Disaster Response Network comprises volunteers

President Benjamin Browne, right, prays with Pastor T. Ron Weegar, second from right, and ACS volunteer Violet Mohr of the Crossroads Fellowship church in Joshua, Texas, assists a members of the Maranatha church after the hurricane. The church is nine blocks from the Gulf of Hurricane Katrina evacuee in Houston a few days after the massive storm drove hundreds of Mexico. Several families sought shelter here during the hurricane and were safe. thousands away from their homes. Steve Norman Watts Toby

4 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site Adventists in the Storm’s Path • Many Adventist churches in greater New Orleans/southeast Louisiana area have suffered extensive flooding and wind damage. Some are completely destroyed. • Many church members in the area have suf- fered losses. Some are still searching for family members. Most have lost their homes and jobs, and their situation will not improve for weeks or possibly months. • Some Adventist schools have extensive damage and some were completely submerged in the flood waters. For related sites with more links to detailed infor- mation visit: www.atlantic-union.org/news111.html. Haley Smith Computer classrooms at Bass Memorial Academy in Lumberton, Mississippi, suffered extensive Source: damage as a result of the hurricane. North American Division (www.nadadventist.org) Southwest Adventist Hurricane Center (www.swahc.org) who form local disaster response teams that are organized by state disaster response coordinators. State disaster response coordinators and teams assist regional disaster response coor- How Can You Help dinators to respond to multi-state calamities. The national For information on volunteering, donating items, disaster response coordinator manages the national program. or making financial donations: • Contact Adventist Community Services (ACS): The ACS Disaster Response Partners Visit: www.communityservices.org Working in more than 200 cities across North America, Call: 1-877-ACS-2702 ACS Disaster Response operates in partnership with Mail: NAD ACS Disaster Response the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 12501 Old Columbia Pike the American Red Cross, and is a member of National Silver Spring, MD 20904-6600 Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (NVOAD). • Contact your local church’s ACS director. • Contact your local conference ACS director. What is ADRAs Involvement? The phone numbers for the conferences can be ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency found in the directory on page 31. International) has committed funding to Adventist Bermuda Errol McLean Community Services to provide relief aid to those affected by Hurricane Katrina. ADRA operates emergency management Greater New York William Bremner programs overseas. It provides funding to local organizations, New York Stan Rouse such as ACS, when disaster strikes in the United States. Northeastern W. Fitzgerald Kerr Northern New England Harry Sabnani ACS Responds Southern New England Joe Williams The ACS Disaster Response assistance includes emergency dis- Gary Reardon tribution of relief supplies, donation management, warehouse operations, and crisis response centers. Volunteers are deployed to disaster areas to distribute non-perishable food, clothing, Related Sites bedding, fresh water, toiletries, and other necessary supplies. Adventist Community Services (www.community Members in the local churches are encouraged to keep the services.org) victims who have been displaced in prayer in addition to Adventist Development and Relief Agency those agencies involved in assisting in the recovery, clean-up, International (www.adra.org) and rebuilding efforts in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. For information on how you can help visit www.commu Southwest Adventist Hurricane Center (www.swahc.org) The site serves as a clearinghouse of information nityservices.org, call 1-877-ACS-2702, or write to NAD ACS about the Adventist relief efforts, displaced members, Disaster Response, 12501 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, and the status of affected churches and schools. MD 20904-6600. North American Division (www.nadadventist.org/ article/articleview/622/1/13) Ednor A. P Davison is editor of the Atlantic Union GLEANER. at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 5 You Always Wanted to Play an Instrument—Yet Never Could? Professors from Across New England Give Adults the Chance

rofessors from The board to perform in PLongy School of local ensembles and Music in Cambridge, other groups. Massachusetts, the New “When I was a kid, I England Conservatory studied music, played in Boston, Boston an instrument, and University, Clark now I’d just like to University, Westminster continue to play for Choir College, Harvard myself, perform in University, and Wheaton a group, or play for College are partnering church.” These are with staff professors comments often heard at Thayer Performing by conservatory direc- Arts Center to make tor Dr. Erick Parris. adults’ long-time musi- Parris, a composer, cal dreams of playing an pianist, and choral

instrument come true. director, is also chair Cindy Kurtzhals Cindy Family or school Peter Sulski, right back, is an adjunct professor of viola at Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, and is of the college’s music responsibilities which one of the professors in the Community Music Program at Thayer Performing Arts Center. He is a member of String department. Quartet X and served as director of the Summer Chamber Institute at Atlantic Union College (pictured). crowded out time to take “I’d like to make music my vocation,” he also hears. “People those trumpet, piano, or violin lessons, or the music apprecia- want to play for their own enjoyment, or want to understand tion classes, or the composing and arranging classes where music a little better—how it is structured. They want to appre- you’ve yearned to express yourself, can now be accomplished. ciate music more so when they go to concerts they will better At Thayer Performing Arts Center, the music conserva- understand what’s going on,” explains Parris. “They want a bet- tory at Atlantic Union College, adults and non-music majors ter appreciation of musical styles: Renaissance, Baroque, classi- OLLEGE can take lessons in brass; woodwinds; strings, including cal, romantic, 20th century, or even church music.” harp and guitar; percussion, including drums; voice; and This opportunity for private lessons and group classes is keyboard, including piano and organ. So, biology majors or available during the school year. Costs vary. For informa- C theology majors can take lessons and enhance their musical tion, call (978) 368-2100 or [email protected]. skills with these expert teachers. The non-credit Community Music Program is also open to youth and children. Cindy Kurtzhals, director of public relations and publications Lessons or previous musical experience can be a spring- Atlantic Union College

NION AUC Board Member Receives Excellence in Teaching Award

U Dr. June Ann Smith, associate professor of education in the department of counseling and development at the Long Island University C.W. Post Campus in New York, was awarded the 2005 David Newton Award for Teaching Excellence in April. Smith specializes in counseling and development and is a nationally certified counselor, licensed clinical social worker, certified family therapist, and certified clinical supervisor. Her private practice in Westbury, Long Island, provides coun- seling to children, adolescents, couples, and families. Smith is a member of the Atlantic Union College Board of Trustees. What this Board Member Says to AUC Students… “Atlantic Union College Board members are committed to excellence and this is TLANTIC exemplified by example. I hereby challenge all students to work to their highest Alanzo Smith potential, and to recognize that whatever they achieve is a gift from God to others.” Dr. June Smith A

6 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site From Communism to Community of God— A at Atlantic Union College TLANTIC

tlantic Union College is the first Christian school Massachusetts, he asked, “Olga, why don’t you think about “AI ever attended,” said Olga Bilan, a senior music studying here in America?” major. She came from the Ukraine, which was part of the “My English is very little and there is [a need for] so communist Soviet Republic ten years earlier. much money,” she replied. Later, driving right by AUC, he “It was an said, “Why don’t you just atheistic country. see what is here?” She To speak pub- auditioned for maestro licly about God, Francisco de Araujo and U or say that you submitted her applica- believed in God, tion. would be consid- Previously applying NION ered like being to other schools and insane,” Bilan not being able to obtain explained. a student visa, she felt “At school, “America is closed to nobody would me.” However, after she talk about God applied to Atlantic Union C in a positive way. College, her papers were It was negative, ready when she went to abusive, and they the embassy—her seventh OLLEGE said God was a try. “With God’s assur- myth people had ance that I am doing the created. Olga Bilan, right, is a music education major right thing, I never regret with emphasis in voice. Adjunct professor Faith “I never felt Esham, left, a world-renowned soprano, says, that I came to AUC.” comfortable at “It’s a pleasure to have Olga as a student. We’re Olga has personally working on the rudiments of technique: her school because breathing exercises, placements of her sounds experienced and enjoys I grew up in a and resonance. She’ll be learning songs in the family atmosphere. Christian home. Latin, English, Russian, and probably her own When her mother language as well.” Bilan also plays the violin My parents and viola. became ill, Olga returned taught me about home to offer care. Upon God. We prayed, read the Bible, and I experi- her mother’s death, Olga enced God in my life from the very beginning.” received “so many cards, Coming to Atlantic Union College was a “very, it was unbelievable! I very important experience for me,” she shares. learned I was part of a Photos: Cindy Kurtzhals “…to be in a Christian school, to have the same small but big family. It faith, to share the faith. What very much was so, so special to me.” impressed me was at my first class the Upon her return to the campus, she won- teacher asked us to bow our heads and he dered if anyone would remember her. Based offered prayer! I’d never seen that before— “I felt on European perceptions of Americans being that somebody would do [that] in school!” shallow, she was surprised. “I was so shocked Bilan also really appreciates the small class the love.” because the students, faculty, staff, and size. “My teachers can spend a lot of time on administration would just stop and welcome me personally, not just on the whole class.” me back. I experienced that warm, family She learned about Atlantic Union College from an feeling and felt the love. I felt so much at home. One of my American pastor, Bill Brace and his family. Brace pastors friends said, ‘Olga, you are home.’ And that is how I feel.” the Braintree and Norwood congregations. They were all working on an evangelistic series in the Ukraine in 1998. Cindy Kurtzhals, director of public relations and publications During a subsequent visit to the Brace home in Norfolk, Atlantic Union College at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 7 COVER STORY By Astrid Thomassian The Future Is Ours to See

hen I was a child the words TThehe MMissionaryissionary VVolunteerolunteer SocietySociety of this popular song were fre- wwasas thethe trainingtraining gground.round. LedLed solelysolely Wquently heard on the radio: byby thethe youthyouth ooff thethe churchchurch tthishis forum prepared young people When I was just a little girl for leadership. Prior to the I asked my mother, What will I be? Sabbath afternoon pro- Will I be pretty, will I be rich? grams our teachers took Here’s what she said to me: us to visit patients in hospitals. They Que Sera, Sera. walked with us Whatever will be, will be. to the home of The future’s not ours, to see. members who Que Sera, Sera. had missed What will be, will be. Sabbath school. They In my childish heart I felt sorry helped us for that little girl. Being a little take the girl myself, I knew what the ADVENTIST future would be. In church I REVIEW, SIGNS, had been taught that Jesus would and other religious read- ing materials to seniors too feeble to attend church. From a child’s per- spective the church needed us to carry out its mission. I credit my career as a life-long worker in the come, we would go to heaven, walk on Seventh-day Adventist Church to streets of gold, play with lions, attend this practical molding. a school where Jesus was the teacher Even though the Seventh-day and receive a crown with many Adventist Church has always stars. Until that day my mission recognized children’s minis- was to tell everyone about Jesus tries as an important branch and His second coming. of ministry it was not officially Children’s ministries, although recognized as a department not identified as such, was active of the General Conference and alive in the Stanmore Avenue until 1995. church in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. The mission of the General Visual aids consisted primarily of Conference Children’s Ministries picture rolls and a few felts. However, Department is to nurture children our teachers used a hands-on approach. into a loving, serving relationship with Pre-teens and teens were included in Jesus. The mission is fulfilled by devel- all aspects of the church program. oping the following:

8 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site COVER STORY

• Grace-oriented ministries, in To learn more about the history, which all children will experience philosophy, and certification process of the unconditional love of Jesus, find the children’s ministries departments assurance of acceptance and forgive- “You can of the General Conference and North ness, and make a commitment to American Division, refer to the fol- Him and develop their faith; lowing Web sites: childrensministries. make a gc.adventist.org and childmin.com/ • Inclusive ministries, in which the About/Mission.html. volunteers who minister and the difference in children to whom they minister will Local churches can ensure children be valued and involved regardless attend church by: of race, color, language, gender, age, the life of a abilitiy, or socioeconomic circum- • Creating a membership list—a stances; child if only database with the names of children who attend every meeting. Ask chil- • Leadership ministries, in which you would dren to suggest names that could volunteers are empowered, trained, be added to the list. Include kids and equipped for effective ministry who are away (boarding academy to children; allow God to students, those who live part of the time with family in another town). • Service-oriented ministries, in use you.” Include phone numbers and e-mail which children are given opportuni- addresses.

• Giving personal invitations. Let ties for hands-on service to people the children know you want them to in their neighborhood or city, with attend your meetings. Ask them to the goal of establishing a pattern attend. Encourage kids to invite other of outreach to others that may well kids. continue throughout life; • Planning fun events. Plan events • Cooperative ministries, which children will really enjoy: pizza involves working in partnership with feeds, game nights, one-day service other ministries, such as family min- projects, etc. The more you build istries, Sabbath school, and steward- the youth community, the easier the ship, to support and help parents attendance challenge becomes. develop the faith of their children; • Greeting children warmly. When • Safe ministries, whereby our children arrive, be sure to greet them churches adopt safeguards to protect warmly. Call them by name. They’ve children from physical, emotional, accepted your invitation (as opposed and spiritual abuse; to choose to being forced to show up). Show volunteers with high spiritual and how delighted you are to see them. moral backgrounds; and to mini- mize the church’s liability; and, • Rewarding those who come early. If your attendance problem is tardiness, • Evangelistic ministries, in which begin to build some early bonuses children who are not enfolded in the into your program. For example, serve church family will be introduced to hot/cold drinks and whole grain buns the love of Jesus through outreach fifteen minutes before your program programs, such as Vacation Bible begins. Or plan a bring-your-favorite- Schools, children’s branch Sabbath song time before the program. Play schools, Neighborhood Bible Clubs, the songs and find out why each song and Story Hours. is a favorite.

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• Encouraging deeper involvement. • Following up. After the program, • Having special features in evangelis- Poor attendance sometimes indicates write short notes to the children who tic meetings—children can tell about you’re doing too much of the work attended telling them how thankful a particular song and lead the con- yourself. Involve the students in all you are for them and for their inter- gregation in singing. aspects of the program. Let the min- est. Keep the notes short and to the istry become theirs, not just yours. point. Hopefully you’ll have lots of Remember, God can use you to mold notes to write! the future of His children. You can make a difference in the life of a child if only Train children to be strong spiritually by: you would allow God to use you. Ellen G. White tells us that “we have an army • Reading a passage of Scripture of youth who can do much if they are together, then discussing its meaning properly directed and encouraged”— and application. GENERAL CONFERENCE BULLETIN, vol. 5, no. 2, p. 24, Jan. 29, 30, 1893. “With • Having students analyze the doc- such an army of workers as our youth, trines of the Seventh-day Adventist rightly trained, might furnish, how soon Church. the message of a crucified, risen, and soon-coming Saviour might be carried to • Holding debates so children will the whole world!”—EDUCATION, p. 271. have to defend their beliefs. May the children attending our churches have a future they can see, a future that • Allowing children to teach the doc- is Christ-centered. trines. Brain research shows that we learn what we teach. Astrid Thomassian is director of children’s minis- • Participating in evangelistic programs tries and education for the by singing Scripture songs. Atlantic Union Conference.

Children’sChildren’s MinistriesMinistries ResourcesResources Adventist Children’s Ministries Adventurer Club: A Web site for Adventist educators. Web site: North American Division Association (ACMA): Provides Adventurer leaders and parents. http://circle.adventist.org. Children’s Mnistries: Provides professional resources for chil- Web site: www.adventurer-club.org. resources and tools for those at dren’s ministries leaders. Web site: General Conference Children’s AdventSource: A Web site to help Ministries: Provides resources every level who engage in min- www.acma-online.org. you find materials to lead out in and tools for those who help to istry to children. Web site: www. Adventist Home Educator: your chosen ministry. Web site: nurture children. Web site: child childmin.com. Provides Adventist parents with www.adventsource.org. rensministries.gc.adventist.org North American Division information, resources, and sup- Atlantic Union Conference GraceLink Curriculum: A Sabbath Children’s Ministries Link to port for educating their children Children’s Ministries: Provides school curriculum for children Children’s Ministry Resource at home, birth through college. information and links to other ages birth thru 8th grade. Web site: Sites: A list of links to other Web Web site: www.AdventistHom resources for individuals working gracelink.net. sites which may provide addi- Educator.org. with children. Web site: www. tional helpful materials. The North GUIDE Magazine: This Web site is Adventist Parenting: An electron- atlantic-union.org/childrens.htm. American Division does not neces- an extension of GUIDE magazine ic newsletter for Adventist parents. Children’s Leaders: A newslet- that is geared toward 10- to 14- sarily endorse or support these The newsletter addresses issues ter for those who lead children in year-old readers. Web site: www. organizations. Web site: childmin. of family faith and offers practical the congregation. Web site: www. guidemagazine.org. com/Links/links_resources.htm. advice by age category to help you childmin.com/News. raise confident, God-centered kids. INSIGHT Magazine Online: An Pathfinder Web site: Provides Web site to subscribe: http://mail CIRCLE: A clearinghouse for extension of INSIGHT magazine for information and resources for list.pacificpress.com/parenting/ curriculum and other instruc- and about teens. Web site: www. Pathfinders, leaders, and parents. emailservice/parentsub.php. tion resources for Seventh-day insightmagazine.org. Web site: pathfindersonline.org.

10 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site A New Ministry Is Born B

A little more than a year ago a group children are also ERMUDA of young Seventh-day Adventists conducted dur- ranging in age from 25 to 45, with ing this time. The membership in local and overseas study period is churches, shared a vision to begin followed by lunch a ministry that would be intention- and fellowship at ally focused on reclaiming former noon. believers. The group began meeting to This ministry formulate their mission and the direc- is experiencing tion the ministry would take utilizing success and lost the Bible and THE PURPOSE DRIVEN relationships are CHURCH. Approximately 20 individuals being rekindled. attended the first meeting. A couple Having a time for of months later, meetings were held food and fellow- with Samuel Bulgin (former president ship before the of the Bermuda Conference), verbal worship service More than 40 individuals were present at the launching of Restoration Ministries. permission was given for the group to has helped to break down barriers. has increased on a regular basis. organize, and they were given general Usually about 200 persons are pres- Many are benefitting spiritually from directions on how to proceed. ent for lunch. The praise and worship this new ministry. Because there is no Organizational meetings contin- service, which begins at 2:00 p.m., has regularly assigned pastor, for the min- ued and October 23, 2004, marked about 140 in attendance. Many of the istry the members are committed to the official start date for Restoration members have adopted a less formal carrying out all facets of the ministry. Ministries, the name chosen after dress which helps those who attend This process has also encouraged inac- much prayer and discussion. Dwayne feel more at ease. Holding services in tive members who were in the larger Wilson, pastor of the Somerset the afternoon also provides a more churches to take an active role. Seventh-day Adventist Church, relaxed atmosphere. We thank God for placing the focused his message that first Sabbath Recently the executive committee fervent desire in the hearts of these on Psalm 23. Restoration begins their of the Bermuda Conference voted to members to work for those who once weekly Bibly study and discussion make Restoration Ministries an official walked closely with the Lord. (Sabbath school) at 10:00 a.m. on company. Since that time attendance Sheila Holder, communication director Sabbath mornings. Services geared for from the members of sister churches Bermuda Conference

Devonshire Church Hosts Youth Week of Prayer

Jason McCracken, MESSAGE focused on video production and cell magazine marketing director, phone witnessing. During “Café Night” inspired Bermuda’s youth dur- McCracken addressed clubbing and ing the youth Week of Prayer, “sessions”; “Sports Night” featured a August 6-13. McCracken began Christian league basketball team exhibi- the Week of Prayer at the tion; and “Beach Vespers” included sup- Devonshire church with the per and worship at Astwood Cove Park. message “Stand On Your Own Prizes and other items were given Ground.” He highlighted the away during the week. The Week of Attendees at the youth Week of Prayer sing praises to God. need for youth to stand firm Prayer concluded on Sabbath with knowing that Jesus “has their breakfast, an open youth Sabbath back.” school discussion, worship, lunch, Throughout the week several a “no-parents-allowed” session, AY, themes were presented “Too and a social. Bermuda residents were much Drama” included a drama blessed, many made decisions to follow presentation; “Life After Hip Jesus Christ, and others renewed their Hop” featured a mini concert commitment to Him. by “Septimus,” a Christian reg- The youth Week of Prayer included supper and vespers in Cheryl Kerr, administrative assistant and youth leader gae artist; and “Tech Night” the park. Devonshire church

at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 11 EN LA IGLESIA MUNDIAL 12 comoinstructor auxiliar. El estudiante tam títulocualifica al individuo para trabajar Asociadode Ciencias en Educación. Este Atlántico,los estudiantes podrán recibir un Educación. de Departamento del administrativa junta la de presidente Booth Bradley Dr. el agradece ditativa” daron a recibir esta nueva posición acre posición nueva esta recibir a daron de Massachussets, David Driscoll, anun Driscoll, David Massachussets, de estado del Educación de comisionado El secundaria. historia,Inglés y música a nivel de educación licenciapara impartir clasesde biología, elemental.También pueden obtener una conniños de temprana edad o educación biénpuede obtener una licencia para trabajar completa aprobación, válida por los próxi los por válida aprobación, completa recibió Atlántico del Unión la de Colegio del Educación de Programa el que ció estado, gracias a todos quienes nos ayu nos quienes todos a gracias estado, del aprobación la recibir para esfuerzos arduos sus por psicología y educación de departamento del personal al “Felicitamos años. cinco mos Al asistirAl al Colegio de la Unión del “Todos estos programas más una licen una más programas “Todos estos El Departamento de Educación Recibe Aprobación Recibe Educación de Departamento El preparación por la facul la por preparación de verano un por seguido fue Esto 2004. del Enero de 26 el IL Chicago, en (NLNAC) Enfermería en Acreditación de Nacional Comisión y Liga la de investigación de junta la ante presentó se mería en enfermería. El docu El enfermería. en bachillerato de programa el describiendo estudio auto un escribieron quienes tad, del departamento de enfer de departamento del directiva junta la de dente Enfermería del Colegio de la Unión del Atlántico. La noti La Atlántico. del Unión la de Colegio del en Enfermería bachillerato de programa al años ocho por próximos los acreditación la otorgó Comission) Nursing Accreditation for League Nacional (NLNAC en Enfermería Acreditación de Nacional Liga y Comisión La Febrero 24, 2004. 24, Febrero en NLNAC de revisión última la durante llegó cia Kristal Imperio, presi Imperio, Kristal ElPrograma de Bachillerato en Enfermería recibe Atlantic Union Atlantic Acreditaciónpor los Próximos Ocho Años. G

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LEANER Q N ? G Sandra Boucher dit: a “ADP éveillé Le programme admet des étudiants Atlantic Union est College situé à site dans 5 GCE) et en mesure de pas té supérieure. Ils m’ont aidé à atteindre à atteindre aidé Ils m’ont supérieure. té Cela a la valu peine.” but. mon ma curiosité, stimulé mon désir d’apprendre et propulsém’a dans un monde de connaissance que je n’ai jamais rêvé possible. A cela il faut uneajouter licence et des amis pré rais contre quoi que ce soit.” de 25 ans ou plus ayant un diplôme d’études secondaires ou un équivalant (y compris le GED avec une note de 50 ou plus dans chaque matière, ou réus cieux pour la vie; j’ai fait une expé rience phénoménale que je n’échange ser 20 heures par semaine à étudier. 338 Main Street, South Lancaster, Massachusetts, une courte distance de n’importe quel point de Massachusetts. obtenir Pour un catalogue ou pour toute information, appelez au 978.368.2300 ou 1.800.282.2030, ou [email protected]. qui a été diplômé en Juillet 2004. Cindy Cindy 2004. en Juillet diplômé qui a été “j’aiconfie: nous côté Wing son de terminer de mes rêvé études. toujours jamais même paruCela m’a ne possible, du cours suivi plusieurs avoir après Le Degree Program Adult a soir. été l’idéal. qualide Lesétaient professeurs - - - - Atlantic Union

adventistes est, en gros, 3,5 fois plus rapide que celle de l’Église mormone, selon qui Salt Lake City est son foyer. University (NCU) vient de franchir un cap important, signale le Jamaica Observer. Cette institution d’éducation supérieure, qui a obtenu il y a six ans le statut d’université, a décerné cette année ses deux premiers doctorats, tous deux en éducation. Ils ont été obtenus (et remis leaoût 14 dernier) à Daniel Fider, vice-président de la NCU chargé des admissions, et à George Dawkins, mathématicien. Traduction: Claude Fivel-Démoret Traduction: 16 August 2005 Compiled by the Adventist New Network Staff • À Mandeville, en • Jamaïque, la Northern Caribbean - - Autres Autres nouvelles rence avec mon horaire de travail, nous travail, de nous horaire mon avec rence Detsikas dit Chritopher Lancasterde tion en moins de temps et sanset temps en moins de interfé tion gramme d’études. Témoignages: en administra diplôme mon obtenu J’ai mentaire, secondaire, ou une maîtrise, options administration scolaire ou pro la pédagogie, options préscolaire, élé ------Silver Spring, Maryland, États-Unis Maryland, Spring, Silver -

en chef du projet de sécurité alimentaire de l’Agence adven suniens, le Tribune a noté que la croissance numérique des 900,000 membres durant chacune des cinq dernières années est une des confessions connaissant la croissance la plus rapide, si l’on en croit le Salt Lake Tribune, journal de Salt Lake City, capitale de l’Utah (Etats-Unis). Dans son rapport, repris par plusieurs organes d’information état tiste d’aide et de développement, (ADRA) à Madagascar, a été tué le août 10 dernier lors de la collision de sa moto avec un camion garé sans feux de position. Le personnel d’ADRA Madagascar est en deuil. Il laisse son père, son épouse et deux enfants âgés de quatre et sept ans. Le Programme “Adult Degree” Commence LeCommence Et 2 Prend Fin LeDegree” Janvier 12 “Adult Le Programme • Fanja Michel Rakotomanana,• 40 ans, conseiller technique

• L’Église adventiste du septième• quijour, s’est accrue de Il N’est Jamais Trop Tard Pour Obtenir Votre Diplôme Votre Obtenir Pour Tard Trop Jamais N’est Il La flexibilité du programme permet Vous pouvez Vous obtenir une licence Deux séminaires annuels permet at www.atlantic-union.org at www.atlantic-union.org mettre aux étudiants de garder leur emploi à plein temps tout en poursui également aux étudiants de bâtir leur programme d’étude à partir de leurs intérêts personnels. Les expériences acquises peuvent tenir lieu de prépa vant leur objectif éducationnel. Vous Vous pensez que vous êtes trop vieux ou trop occupé pour terminer vos études ou les commencer? Atlantic Union College vous fait savoir que vous pouvez obtenir le diplôme dont vous avez toujours rêvé sans laisser votre emploi ou vos occupations per dans plusieurs disciplines y compris ce et la rencontre face à face avec des professeurs. Des étudiants viennent de partout et passent deux semaines sur le campus en Janvier et en Juillet. La prochaine session est fixée du 2 au 12 Janvier 2006. sonnelles. Le Adult Degree Program est en train d’accepter des étudiants pour la session semi annuelle du 2 au 12 Janvier 2006. Ce programme flexi ration académique et ainsi accélérer le programme. tent la combinaison d’études à distan ble a été structuré de façon de per Korean Church Vacation Bible School 2005 the Most Successful One Yet The Queens Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church held Vacation Bible School (VBS) based on the theme The Friends of Jesus from June 27- July 1. With the help of three devoted teachers, Jung-Ok Rim, director, Sam Yong Lee, and Lois Soh, the event was a success. Twenty-three children attended, including three non-Adventists. The church deaconesses and mothers prepared lunches. On the last day, the children stayed in church all day, practic- ing for a skit on the story of Joseph. Their performance was followed by applause for their skillful work. Each class was awarded gifts and diplomas by the director Jung-Ok Rim. This year’s VBS proved to be the most successful one yet. Twenty-three children attended the Queens Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church Vacation Bible School program which was a tremendous success. Robert Cha, communication director Queens Korean church

Twelve young people were baptized at the Queens Korean church. Youth pastor Howard Martin was instrumental in providing leadership and nurturing them. THE GREATER NEW YORK CONFERENCE Family Ministries Department

ORK Presents the 5th Annual Family Retreat For Singles, Single Families, Couples and Children Y November 4-6, 2005 Twelve Young People Baptized Hudson Valley Resort & Spa at Queens Korean Church 400 Granite Rd.

EW Church members were filled with joy when on April 23 Kerhonkson, New York nine young church members were baptized by Pastor Keynote Speaker Benjamin Soh and three others were baptized by their Willie Oliver grandfather, retired pastor Woo Kyun Shin. N Family Ministries Director Those baptized were Dong Jin (Haru) Lee, Rebecca North American Division Song, Michael Song, Sandy Kang, Pamela Kim, Deborah Kim, Charles Shim, Heather Kim, Joseph Kim, David Kim, For more information or to register Meredith Cha and Channel An. Pastor Dennis Balyaev, for- call: (516) 627-9350 mer youth pastor of Queens Korean church, who is study- Call for special children’s packages ing at Andrews University Theological Seminary, came to congratulate the newly baptized members. Youth pastor Alanzo H. Smith Family Ministries Director Howard Martin was instrumental in providing spiritual leadership and nurturing the young people. Thanks to the Liza González efforts of pastors Balyaev and Martin, the Queens Korean REATER Administrative Assistant church has twelve new, young disciples. Benjamin Soh, pastor

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14 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site Many Benefit from Health Ministries Day G at Crossroads Church REATER The Crossroads Seventh-day attention to diet and exercise to Adventist Church featured Dr. maintain good health. Health Milton Haynes as the guest information provided to the speaker for Health Ministries Adventist Church by Ellen G. Day. Haynes’ topic “Beyond White as early as 1870 is now Belief,” with the Scripture read- being accepted and advocated ing from Ezekiel 37:1-10, empha- by the scientific community. sized three points: “We have an enduring faith and belief that goes beyond human

1. We have to face it to fix it. understanding and we know that N This principle is applicable the God we serve will answer us to all aspects of our lives and when we call and that one day we particularly as it relates to Some of the member of Majestic Praise from Hanson Place church seen here will spend eternity with our lov- EW health. It is also relevant to singing for the Health Ministries Day event. ing and compassionate Father.” our spiritual life and health. The afternoon session included seminars on women’s health issues 2. We have to catch the vision, during the “change of life,” symptoms be focused, and have clearly and treatment options for menopause, Y defined goals if we are to be osteoporosis, hip fractures, and the successful in life. psychological and emotional impact of menopause on the family, friends, and ORK 3. Always call on God. He will co-workers. Also included were semi- answer your prayers and things nars for men on such topics as sexual great and mighty, things beyond dysfunction and treatment options. belief, will happen to you. Majestic Praise from the Hanson Place Seventh-day Adventist Church

Haynes emphasized the importance Photos: Esther C. Brenner in Brooklyn provided special music. Dr. Milton Haynes was the guest speaker at the of having regular check-ups and Esther C. Brenner, assistant communication director Crossroads Seventh-day Adventist Church Health screenings, as well as giving proper Crossroads church Ministries Day. His topic was entitled “Beyond Belief.”

Greater New York Conference Elects New Publishing Director Juan Suarez has been elected the new is his immediate plan. For example, Brooklyn. publishing director for the Greater last year’s total sales amounted to His daughter, New York Conference. Former direc- $1,850,000 and of that amount, only Rebeca, is tor Michael Guerrero has returned to $50,000 came from the English sec- a teacher in pastoral duties. tor. He wants to recruit more English the Illinois Pastor Suarez joined the conference in workers as well as workers from the Conference. 1982 as an assistant publishing director. other language groups. He also has a His sons, He served in that capacity for four years desire to see a strong student literature Juan Suarez, Juan Suarez, newly elected publish- and was then asked to pastor a Spanish evangelist program in the conference. Jr., is a youth ing director for the Greater New York congregation in Queens. Since that time Suarez is from a rich family back- pastor in the Conference, has several goals for he has worked as a pastor in Bronx, ground of Seventh-day Adventists. His New Jersey the publishing work that will involve Manhattan, Brooklyn, and upstate New parents became Seventh-day Adventists Conference, many language groups. York. He has accepted his new assign- when a literature evangelist visited and Joshua, the youngest, is completing ment with joy and an understanding their home and not only sold books, his master’s degree in the Philippines. of the challenges that await him. He but arranged for them to have Bible Suarez’s breath of knowledge in the has pledged to put his hands in God’s studies. Prior to this, they were strong area of literature evangelism makes him hands and let Him lead as he follows. Catholics. Today his father is still a pas- an excellent choice for the position. We He has several goals for the pub- tor and his mother a faithful member. wish him God’s greatest blessings as he lishing work, but involving English, The Suarez’s have three adult chil- continues his work for the Master. French, and Brazilian members more dren. His wife, Elizabeth, is an elemen- Alanzo Smith, communication director extensively in the publishing ministry tary school teacher at Spanish Central Greater New York Conference at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 15 By Alicia J. Adams Christ’s Power…Our Hands ASI’s Week in Sacramento

members and curious spectators—as many as 3,300 Inspiration and Training ASI of them—gathered at the Sacramento Convention “I’d like to join ASI because two of the speakers explained Center, August 3 to 6 for the organization’s annual internation- our responsibilities,” said Charles Downing of Portland, al convention, themed “Christ’s Power…Our Hands.” Oregon. “I contact many new customers. I have opportunities Adventist-laymen’s Services and Industries, known by to witness beyond just being friendly. It’s nice to network to most as ASI, is an organization growing in popularity among find how I can share Christ’s message with unbelievers. This Adventist business people and individuals alike. “The aver- convention is first class, very professional.” ASI is an eye-opener to many. People attend the con- vention, listen to the testimonies, visit exhibits (295 of them this year), and they think, “I bet I could do that, The ASI Earliteens held a car wash to raise funds for meals for homeless people in Sacramento, California. Community service and outreach were too!” They go home and give it a try. The Member in a large part of the Earliteen’s activites at the 2005 ASI Convention. Action segments where stories are shared is one of the most popular parts of the convention programming. Five years ago, Harold and Helen Clark of Tempe, Arizona, were church planting, and their efforts have resulted in a thriving group of 80. This year, the Clarks came to ASI for renewal, inspiration, and ideas for future projects. “It’s neat to see God’s work getting done,” said Harold. “I came to ASI to see what new products are out, to fellowship and to meet people,” said Serita Katz, a Sacramento resident. Katz is preparing to open a child care center, so she and husband Andre strolled

Richard Dower the exhibit hall, looking for children’s materials. “This is my chance to influence children positively, age church member usually discovers that they, too, can become actively involved in witness- ing once they hear the testimonies of others,” says Sharon Robberson, convention coordinator. “Hearing all the diverse ways God is working through ordinary business people—well-diggers, artists, bankers, homemakers, educators, health professionals, car dealers, construction builders, media people—is truly inspirational.” ASI has approximately 1,000 members, but many Adventists are not familiar with the nearly 60-year-old organization. ASI’s mission is to inspire and train professionals and private sector From left: Kyle Tumberg and Jay Rosario, of Radiant Living Center, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, business people to integrate their vocations with were members of the ASI Youth for Jesus team that did evangelism work in Sacramento, California for the gospel commission and ministry. Thus, its several weeks before the 2005 ASI Convention. On Friday night of the convention they related exciting witnessing experiences. motto: “Sharing Christ in the Marketplace.” Gerry Chudleigh

16 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 V isit the Atlantic Union Web site and I’d love to join ASI after I start the business.” “Seeing what progress has been made through the year and hearing about all the new members and what they’re doing is fantastic,” says exhibitor Susan Kochenower of Gaffney, South Carolina. “We came with ShareHim, to recruit people for evangelism and to encourage people to get involved.” Young people also embrace the vision of integrating ministry and daily life. Convention programming includes sessions for children ages birth to 18. In addition, the ASI youth evangelism program, “Youth for Jesus,” mobilizes high school and college aged students during the month Gerry Chudleigh before the convention. There were 40 youth this year who went door to door, giving Bible studies and inviting people Chip Doss of Edgemont Video, Inc., ASI vice president for communication, interviews Atlantic to evening evangelistic meetings. The program culminated Union ASI Chapter president Elizabeth Gonsalves-Remington of Jos-el Care Agency, Valley Stream, New York, during a Members in Action segment at the 2005 ASI Convention in just prior to the convention and attendees heard stories Sacramento, California. from the youth on Friday night. This year there were 30 baptisms with more than 50 continuing to study. “Stories about witnessing are the best part of ASI,” says “The young people witnessing inspire me a lot with what Ivan Kacarevic of Sacramento. “And at church, all the they’re doing,” said Paul Olm of Sacramento. “When I was money that was raised—amazing!” growing up [in Brazil], children were seen and not heard. Ivan and Radmilla, his wife, were ASI first-timers. “I have Things have changed!” cried many times from happiness,” Radmilla says. “If you’re serious about your relationship with Christ and want to give life to the gospel commission, then connect with others that are living that passion, shar- ing Christ in their marketplace,” suggested ASI President Debbie Young. “Seeing the excitement people have about Gerry Chudleigh sharing Christ with others is my favorite part of the annu- al convention.” Read about ASI-funded projects and get information on membership, chapter meetings and future conventions by visiting www.asiministries.org.

Alicia J. Adams is the editor of the Pacific Union RECORDER.

Newly elected ASI officers, from left: (front row) Viorel Catarama, vice president for evangelism; Kindergarten age children had their own activities at the 2005 ASI Convention. Leasa Hodges, vice president for youth evangelism; Chester Clark III, general vice president; Debbie Young, president; Barbara Taylor, vice president for finance; Doreen Schmidt, vice presi- dent for membership and recruitment; (back row) Harold Lance, Missions Inc. president; Chip F inancial Support Doss, vice president for communication; Ron Christman, secretary-treasurer. ASI also supports minis try proje c ts of all kinds, all over th e world. Th e Sabb ath mornin g proje c t offerin g w as c ol - le c t e d to h e lp financ e spe cific proje c ts du rin g th e n ext year. Totalin g more than $2.3 million , it will be divide d among th e 40 diverse proje c ts : Calexico Mission Scho ol on th e b or - der of M exico will r e c e ive $25,000 to fund n e w c lass ro oms and a n e w kitch e n ; th e gran t of $10,000 to th e Ce n tral Ny anza fie ld in Africa will provide p ortable fue l gen erators, public addr ess sys t e ms, and proje c tors for r e mot e ar eas ; Go spe l Outr ea ch will sus tain t e n e v an gelis ts for thr e e years in th e Sunder b an Islands off th e c o as t of India with a gran t of $2 3,000. And th e lis t goes on . Th e overflow offerin g will fully fund It Is Writ t e n and

Maranatha Volun t e ers In t ernational’s join t proje c t , Imp a c t Richard Dower India 2006, at more than $700,000. at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 17 Dexterville Church Hosts a Mountain Adventure patches by join- ing the Dexterville Adventurer and Pathfinder clubs. Participants also built a wooden bird feeder, completed an obstacle course with a rock-climbing wall and zip line, munched on trail mix, listened to exciting stories, and shopped in the Vacation Bible School Pastor Hess spends time teaching the children at Vacation Bible School this past summer. store with VBS The Dexterville church hosted a “points.” Children were able to earn “Mountain Adventure” Vacation Bible points in three ways: by attending, School July 24 to 28, for children four bringing friends to VBS, and partici- to 12 years old. Forty-four children pating in activities. from non-Adventist homes attended, Thursday night was “Family Night” with a total attendance of 59. and each family was invited to attend Brandon Visser takes his turn on the zip-line. The children hiked through and enjoy a show of wild animals campsites at the church in which from the Rosamond Gifford’s “Zoo- This years VBS was a memorable they experienced Bible stories and to-You” program. The children also adventure where children learned nature lessons, crafts, refreshments, enjoyed showing their family around about God’s love for man and nature, music, and recreation. Children had the campsites to see what they had and experienced the Bible, God’s first the opportunity to complete all the learned and accomplished all week. book, and nature, God’s second book, requirements necessary to receive Each child received a DVD of the in a fun and exciting way. their honor award patches for trees, Vacation Bible School, which was pro- Cecelia Hess, communication director birds, fish, and flowers. The children duced by Jim and Lisa Bailey, mem- New York Conference were invited to continue earning bers of the church.

Summer Alumni Bonanza a Success Call it a dream, a vision, or a crazy The weekend became the Bonanza Holiday Inn Saturday night revived old idea, but it happened the weekend of Alumni Weekend. More than one memories and paths traveled. August 5-7 on the campus of Union hundred alumni from these five years The weekend was filled with emotion Springs Academy. attended a weekend of reminiscing and and it was evident that the years spent Fourteen months ago Linda (Nord) reacquainting with friends many had in Adventist education had paid off. It Ulrich had the idea of finding each not seen in 30 years. There was much was a life-changing event for everyone. of her classmates from the class of laughter and stories were told and retold That is what you can still find at 1975. The search broadened from at the roasted corn feed. Friday evening Union Springs Academy—a small 1972 to 1976 and grew to be a featured an old-time Friday Vespers. school, but a big family. reunion where all would be invited to Amens and tears were shared during John Baker, principal the Union Springs Academy campus the music and testimonies on Sabbath Union Springs Academy for a weekend. morning. The grand gathering at the ORK Food Pantry Ministry Is about People Helping People The Utica Food Pantry is all about people helping people. expected to double by the end of the year. Y Located at the Utica Seventh-day Adventist Church in The pantry also assists with basic needs for individu- Oneida County, the pantry opened in December 2004 als who are economically disadvantaged, providing serving 290 meals the first month. The pantry has hygienic supplies, nutritious meals, and clothing. become more and more in demand serving almost 10,000

EW Cecelia Hess, communication director meals in March 2005. Currently, the pantry is purchasing New York Conference an average of 5,000 pounds of food per month, which is N

18 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 Visit the Atlantic Union Web site Camp Meeting Inspiration N As you read this, summer camp meet- God owns everything. If He asks us to ing sessions are becoming a distant move forward, He has the resources to EW memory. New York Conference Camp carry out His mission to make disciples Meeting whose theme was “Do it of all nations—of all New Yorkers. Again, Lord,” focused on preparing These resources have been placed in for Christ’s soon coming. the hands of humans, and how we use Y Dr. Merlin Burt shared stories of these resources determines whether Adventist pioneers, Artemas Julien God’s wishes are carried out or we self- encouraged listeners to center their ishly guard them for ourselves. ORK missionary efforts on the Seventh-day Gates took up a second offering at Adventist message, Ty Gibson spoke the close of the final meeting asking about the intense love God has for all to give according to their beliefs His children. in the principles of life he had shared David Gates, who spoke during the with them. The offering amounted first weekend, talked about how we to more than $7,000, ten times the often allow our budgets and limited amount received in the earlier offering. Stan Rouse thinking to dictate the magnitude, Last year the offering taken dur- on a course that we’ve not seen in a scope, and success of our mission. ing camp meeting amounted to about long time! Where we go from here is Gates reminded listeners that it’s not $5,000 over the entire nine days. up to us—the constituents and leader- about money, it’s about spiritual renew- This year, not counting the $7,000 ship of this conference. We must base al. He said there are two variables and special offering, the offering for the our conference decisions not so much one constant in the work of the Lord. entire camp meeting totaled over on the amount of money we have The two variables are people (we decide $9,000. Last year our special evange- received in the past, but on whether we our level of commitment) and oppor- lism offering and pledges amounted recognize God’s leading. Then in an tunity (God provides the opportunities to about $18,000. This year it totaled even greater way He will “Do It Again!” and success depends on what we do about $35,000! Stan Rouse, president with them), but the constant is money. This year’s camp meeting has set us New York Conference

Members Share the Good News at Oswego County Fair

For the past three years Oswego County churches, Dexterville, Roosevelt, Pulaski, and Ellisburg, have spon- sored a booth at the Oswego County Fair. The churches share in the expenses and also in operating the booth. Booth visitors have the opportunity to register for a daily drawing of a Bible. The Bible prizes are delivered and Bible study interests are followed-up by the members. This year’s fair was once again a success and plans for next year’s county fair are already in the making, which will include health-related programs. The members are praying that next year’s county fair will be even more suc- cessful in sharing the good news and that others will see Jesus in them. Melody Chase, member Roosevelt church

Visitors to Camp Meeting Take the Fifth Annual Heritage Tour Thirty-five people boarded a bus from The group visited the gravesites ended at the Hiram Edson barn in Port Union Springs Academy, the site of the of Anna and Nathaniel White, the Gibson, New York, where the group 2005 annual camp meeting, to take younger brother and sister of James enjoyed watermelon, apples, singing, the fifth annual Rochester and Hiram White who lived with James and Ellen. and a talk on the historical signifi- Edson Barn Heritage Tour on June 23. The group traveled on to the Victor cance of the barn by tour guide leaders With weather in the mid 70s and plenty Methodist Church, which was origi- Howard Krug and Robert H. Allen. of singing and storytelling, the 50-mile nally built by the father and grandfa- Howard Krug, communication leader ride to Rochester seemed not so long. ther of J.N. Loughborough. The tour Rochester Bay Knoll church at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 19 Clara Jobes Enriches Lives “Why do you do all this?” I asked Clara Jobes, a mem- Conference that Clara has not either attended or noti- ber of the Randolph Seventh-day Adventist Church fied the chair of her reason for not attending. in Vermont. “I just love people and love working for During our Fall Retreat 2004, Clara asked me what them,” she responded. the theme would be for 2005. We hadn’t quite complet- Clara Jobes has no idle moments. She stays busy ed that weekend when this energetic “half- volunteering in her community, pint” had already begun planning for conference, and church. As I next year. I looked at this soft-skinned, read the newspaper article (THE sparkly eyed, selfless little lady and won- HERALD, June 9, 2005) with a huge dered what keeps her going. Sometimes photo of Clara, I learned some it’s a challenge for me to think a year in facts she had never shared with advance, yet here was 81-year-old Clara me. She volunteers for more than Jobes thinking about an appropriate 18 organizations. She just doesn’t sit craft for 150 women for the following on committees, she actively becomes year! A great planner, Clara arrives involved with service, such as blood a day earlier than anyone else so drives, food banks, and housing assis- she can be ready and rested for the tance. She serves as president of the weekend program. Vermont Chapter of VOAD (Volunteer At camp meeting 2005, Clara was Organizations Active in Disaster). recognized and congratulated for

During one phone call, Clara shared her Christian commitment. She

that she had been recognized by U.S. loves her Savior. Clara shared that Congressman Bernie Sanders. After my Isaiah 58:6-8 is her life-long and congratulations, she added that in a few constant mission statement. days she would be honored at the state Spend a little time with Clara and your life will be office building by the Vermont governor, Jim Douglas, enriched. Who knows, she may even convince you to for her volunteerism record. get involved with some volunteer work. Maybe, like Not neglecting her local town, she took a piece of me, you’ll decide to give blood. That was a first for me. forgotten land at an intersection and has planted flow- Could it be that Clara’s “merry heart” is health and ers there since she moved to that town about 15 years happiness to her body, mind, and spirit” Her service ago. Involved with her local church, she serves as motto is to receive, then to share peace and content-

NGLAND pianist, Adventist Community Services, communica- ment from her best friend, Jesus Christ. tion and women’s ministry leader. There has not been Lynn Ortel, communication director

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EW At this wonderful time of year when Sean’s growing up years were man. He Sean has matured into quite a fun-lov- all of nature is breaking through in active. He played little league base- works part- ing young man. He graduated from Oxford Hills Comprehensive High bloom we would like to share with you ball, youth town soccer, and during time at School in June 2003.

the joy of raising a special needs child his high school years, JV soccer. He Pizza Hut N and perhaps encourage others. continues to participate in Special in Oxford Sean was born with Down’s Olympics winter and summer games. and loves Syndrome on April 16, 1983, join- During the winter games he cross- his job. We ing an older brother and two sisters. country skies, and in the summer he are thank- Saddened, but remembering that participates in the 100 meter dash, ful for all “Every good and perfect gift is from running long jump, and shot-put the friends God,” we sought out resources in our events. Sean was also a Pathfinder. we have community, such as infant stimula- Sean loves music and something of met as we Sean has matured into quite a fun- tion, pre-school programs, and special real interest to us is his keen awareness raised Sean loving young man. education programs at our grammar of nature—the stars, moon, sunrises, that we might never have known. Every school in Oxford, Maine. In June sunsets, and beautiful mountains. morning when Sean greets us with his 2003 Sean graduated from Oxford Speech is a weak area, but we continue cheerful “hi” and good morning hug and ORTHERN Hills Comprehensive High School and to develop this along with reading. smile, we remember how blessed we are. was included in all the special senior With a loving family and friends, Sean Barbara and Walt Mosher, Sean’s parents

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20 Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 V isit the Atlantic Union Web site Three Seniors First to Receive Diplomas from Central N Vermont as Fully Accredited Academy ORTHERN Graduations are always special, but the occasion. Students paid tribute to 2005 graduations at Central Vermont parents and others who had been spe- Academy were extra special. The three cial in their lives. twelfth-grade graduates are the first to Academy graduation services were receive diplomas from CVA as a fully held the weekend of July 3-5 with a accredited academy, the first newly consecration service Friday evening established academy in the Atlantic followed by baccalaureate Sabbath Union in 43 years. Although this is the morning, and commencement exer- third class to complete twelfth grade cises Sunday afternoon. A vesper pro- at CVA, preceding classes have gradu- gram closed the Sabbath and was fol- ated by arrangements with Griggs lowed by class night activities. Other

University through Home Study speakers for the weekend included N International. Nathan Knowles, physical and outdoor The three seniors (center in robes), Alexis Banks, Ben English, This year’s eighth grade class of ten education teacher at CVA, and Don and Jennifer Pecue, were the first to receive diplomas from Central Vermont Academy as a fully accredited academy. is the largest ever to finish at CVA. LeBlanc, “dorm dad” for boys coming Graduation exercises for the eighth to CVA from other areas. Diplomas for both graduations EW grade were held Tuesday evening, June The three seniors, Alexis Banks, Ben were presented by Sherrie Wall, CVA 7 at the Barre-Montpelier Seventh-day English, and Jennifer Pecue, received principal, and Lori Knowlton, school Adventist Church with a reception awards and scholarships and all three board chair. following in the school gymnasium. plan to continue their education at one Jackie Ladd, correspondent E The class chose David Zabaleta, CVA of our Seventh-day Adventist schools Central Vermont Academy mathematics teacher, as speaker for or a community college. NGLAND Northern New England Conference Fall Prayer Retreat Lauren Souza, left, Janelle Sundin, center, and Sarah Kohls, right, performed at the Maine State Capitol “Viory in Jus” with the Pine Tree Academy Bell Ringers. Oct. 14-16, 2005 Guest Speaker: Pastor Dennis Smith, author of THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Pine Tree Academy A special time of Bible study, prayer, powerful messages, reflection Bell Ringers Perform in & fellowship in the beautiful setting of Camp Lawroweld, Maine. Maine State Capitol Ages: 13-113 are welcome! The Pine Tree Academy Bell Ringers, under the direc- Cost: $50.00 Adults, Teens $25.00 tion of Doris Krueger, presented a 45-minute concert More info contact Kelly at: in the fourth floor gallery of the Maine State Capitol [email protected] or (207) 314-7546 on May 18. The ensemble, which was invited by Representative David Brewster, was well received. Following the performance, senior Andrew Harlow Radio Station Dedication sang the National Anthem to open the day’s session in WJPL – LP at 92.l FM the House of Representatives. Brewster took time from his busy schedule to give the group a mini-tour and October 22, 2005 explain the procedures and business of government. Barre Adventist Church The 11 bell ringers (students in grades 8-12), Barre, Vermont Doris Krueger, and Bible teacher, Jamie Trott, then spent a few days visiting seven schools and church- Guest Speaker es. The group enjoyed meeting students, teachers, Ben Schoun and other concert attendees throughout Maine, New President Hampshire, and Vermont. Adventist World Radio Doris Krueger, director For more information contact the church Pine Tree Center for the Arts at (802) 476-8008 at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 21 El Faro Church Holds Youth Sabbath Young people from El Faro Hispanic Hispanic, Cornerstone Hispanic, church in Brooklyn, N.Y., celebrated Westbury Hispanic and Steinway Sábado Jóven (Youth Sabbath) on July Hispanic churches, with their accom- 23. It was a day fully dedicated to panying drum corps. Approximately involving and inspiring the youth to 150 youth marched against self- positive Christian living and witnessing. destructive living such as the use of Young people from churches in the drugs and alcohol. Many carried ban- Northeastern and Greater New York ners while others distributed literature. conferences were invited to share in Leading the marchers in the parade Several individuals responded to Pastor Warner Richards’ the experience, and several guests were Trevor Baker, president of the invitation to commit their lives to Jesus Christ. were present for the day. Warner Northeastern Conference and his wife, Richards, pastor of the Corona church Eunice; Pastor Richards and his wife, in Corona, N.Y, presented a powerful Norka; Pastor Medina’s wife, Amelia; sermon for the Sabbath morning wor- and other youth and Pathfinder offi- ship. Several of the worshipers made cers. The rally in the park was marked commitments to Christ and others with music and speeches challenging rededicated their lives to Christ. the youth and the community to live The highlight of the afternoon was full, free, and healthful lives. a parade and rally around the neigh- The activity-filled day ended at the borhood of the El Faro church. Local El Faro church with a concert. The day police officers helped to block the will long be remembered by those who streets to allow the parade to pro- shared in the experience. Approximately 150 marched in the neighborhoods around El ceed. The parade included uniformed Manuel Medina, pastor Faro church against self-destructive living such as the use of Pathfinder and Adventurer club El Faro church drugs and alcohol. members from the El Faro, Jamaica

Two Northeastern Academy Seniors Receive the Delisa Gonzales-Knight Esquire Academic Achievement Award Two Northeastern Academy students were awarded the on hand for the presentations along with Barry C. Thomas, Delisa Gonzales-Knight Esquire Academic Achievement president of the alumni association, and Leacroft Green, the Award by the Northeastern Academy Alumni Association, association’s ministerial liaison. In addition to the award, Inc. Davina Bryant and Carla Ephraim received the award on both students received checks in the amount of $800 and June 11 at Ephesus church in Harlem, N.Y., during the bac- $600 dollars respectively. Funds for these awards were calaureate service for the academy’s 59th graduation exercises. donated by Delisa’s mother who gave a moving tribute to The award, formerly called the Academic Achievement her daughter, whose selfless acts always benefitted others. Award, was renamed in honor of Delisa She shared a personal testimony of Gonzales-Knight, a 1989 graduate how Delisa, the oldest of three chil- of Northeastern Academy. Following dren, made many sacrifices during her her graduation from Northeastern teenage years to help hold their family Academy, Delisa attended Oakwood together so that her mother could go to College where she completed a medical school full-time. Delisa did this Bachelor of Arts degree in English in while attending Northeastern Academy 1993. She went on to the University of and maintaining a G.P.A of 3.5. Wisconsin at Madison where she grad- Davina, who graduated with a G.P.A. uated in 1997 as a doctor of jurispru- of 3.76, will be attending Atlantic dence. She passed the bar exams for Davina Bryant, left, and Carla Ephraim, second from right, Union College and majoring in nurs- the states of New York and Texas and were the recipients of the Delisa Gonzales-Knight Esquire ing, while Carla, whose G.P.A. was eventually relocated to Texas. Realizing Academic Achievement Award. Delisa’s mother, Sylvia 3.75, will attend Oakwood College as Gonzales, second from left, was on hand to present the award her true calling to be an educator, along with Barry Thomas, right, Northeastern Academy Alumni an education major. Delisa began to pursue that course Association president. For more information about this of study at the University of Texas in award or the Northeastern Academy Houston. Unfortunately this was not to be. In September Alumni Association, contact the association president Barry ORTHEASTERN 2004 Delisa succumbed to melanoma, a rare form of can- Thomas at (646) 287-9668 or e-mail: [email protected]. cer, after being diagnosed with the disease one year earlier. Barry Thomas, alumni association president

N Delisa’s mother, Sylvia Gonzales, a medical doctor, was Northeastern Academy

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Connecticut Federation Hosts Youth Rally at OUTHERN Danbury-Bethel Church The Connecticut Federation held a youth rally on June 4 hosted by the youth department of the Danbury-Bethel Seventh-day Adventist Church. Approximately 200 people attended, with representation from various youth groups throughout the Southern New England area. The afternoon began with games and a Bible scav- enger hunt followed by musical selections by various youth groups. Pastor Anthony Romeo from the Greater New York Conference, spoke to us on the theme of “Choices.” The rally came to a close with an outdoor musical concert on the church’s front lawn, which was N open to the community. D.R. Ministries gave the open- Christian singing artist Michelle Tumes was the featured performer at the Connecticut ing performance followed by Christian singing artist Federation’s outdoor concert at the Danbury-Bethel church.

Michelle Tumes. The community responded positively would also like to extend special thanks to Pastor Bob EW to the invitation. Saunders for his continued support of youth minis- The Adventist youth from Danbury-Bethel church tries. would like to thank all who took part in the rally. Abby O. Perrone, youth leader

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None of the group had ever heard the tree frogs chirping and NGLAND Sixth-Generation Adventist singing so happily as they did that evening. Kelvin is now a Baptized member of the Athol Seventh-day Adventist Church in Athol, Massachusetts. Pastor Warren Ruf baptized him. Jesus heard the prayer for a break in the rain between 7:00 Violet Bidwell, clerk and 8:00 p.m., on Friday night, July 1 so that 15-fifteen- Athol church year-old Kelvin Bidwell could be baptized. Kelvin, the son of Deane and Violet Bidwell, is proud to be a sixth-generation Adventist. His Adventist heritage can be traced Southern New England Conference back through several generations on his father’s side: Deane is Fall Women’s Retreat the son of Dewey and June Bidwell; Dewey is the son of Katie (and Ernest) Bidwell; Katie was the daughter of James and Betsey “Patchwork of Faith” Loveland; James was the son of Reuben and Belinda Loveland. October 21-23, 2005 Diaries and information passed down through the generations Snowy Owl Inn tell us that Ellen G. White visited the Loveland home in Johnson, Waterville Valley, New Hampshire Vermont, and even had seven visions in their home. About 30 members, relatives, and friends gathered around Guest Speaker the swimming pool of Joseph and Kristine Goody in Orange, Ardis Stenbakken Retired General Conference Women’s Ministries Director Massachusetts, for Kelvin’s baptism. All nature seemed to rejoice along with the congregational singing as Kelvin was baptized. The Southern New England Conference Women’s Ministries Department invites you to come and learn with us the joys God can bring to our lives. Seminars include: Enriching the Lives of the Christian Woman, Being Single in a Couples World, and What Happens When Women Pray. Sabbath Vespers will be an Old Fashioned Singspiration. Ages 16-110 are welcome! Cost: $180 per person after 9/19/05 For more information contact: Lisa Paden, Women’s Ministries Director: [email protected] or (978)534-9852 To register contact: Linda Tooley: [email protected] Southern New England Conference (978) 365-4551 ext. 21 Kelvin Bidwell (second from right) a sixth-generation Adventist, is seen here before his baptism with his father and mother, Deane and Violet, and his brother, Kendall. at www.atlantic-union.org Atlantic Union GLEANER, October 2005 23 24 YouthConnections Atlantic Union Atlantic designed to meet the needs of our young people in in mission”— and people worship, nurture, young fellowship, our of needs the meet to designed is school Sabbath youth The service…. and salvation of ministry two-pronged the through forward carried be to is objective This Christ. Jesus Lord our of vice ser- the for youth our train and hold, win, to is school Sabbath youth the of objetive “The school? Sabbath of purpose the is What morning. Sabbath on be to want will people young the where place a school Sabbath make to one each lenge Connections Sabbathschools. greatly youth our of quality would the to add used, if that, resource wonderful this utilizing out, though. I don’t see many leaders stands thing One union. diverse very this throughout schools Sabbath of styles ied var- and many the see to ing interest- always is It guitar. my with time praise a leading by music providing sometimes can, I when programs school Sabbath the in part take to like I fact, In classes. school the junior and youth Sabbath into go and little a around “snoop” to like I churches in leaders ministry? their school Sabbath youth and youth assist to geared especially journal wonderful this to scribe churchsub- Doesyour leaders? Sabbathschool youth and youth for ideas ministry creative many supplies R H magazine called called magazine to get the most of this resource ( resource this of most the get to follow you recommends she what is Here journal. fine happening! is good people will come and be on time if they know something Young meetings. youth and classes school Sabbath empty almost or empty to leads This leaders. our by preparationof lack a be to seems what and quality of lack the about saddened am I because leaders school Sabbath and youth our of attention the to this bring sug- many programs.AY youth for other gestions and I meetings offers also it school, Sabbath for ideas IGHT My emphasis with this this with emphasis My As I travel around the Atlantic Union visiting various Pat Humphrey is the very capable editor of this this of editor capable very the is Humphrey Pat programming provide resource this does only Not Y ave you received a recent copy of of copy recent a received you ave , p.138. , OUTH R G ESOURCE LEANER ril i t chal- to is article YouthMakeover School Sabbath C ORNERSTONE , magazine? Did you know about the 20 2005 October Youth Y OUTH C R ORNERSTONE ESOURCE C ORNERSTONE G ETTING , which which , Y OUTH I T

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ebrating 100th anniversary, July 28-29, “Single, But Not Alone,” on November 4-5, Eastern 2006. Yakima Valley Academy and 2005. This event will be held at the Sunset Table Standard Time Granger Jr. Academy reunion held Gladstone Holden Conference Center, November 2005 4 11 18 25 in conjunction. For information: 19800 Oatfield Road, Gladstone, Bangor, ME 4:18 4:09 4:02 3:57 Portland, ME 4:26 4:18 4:12 4:07 Wed: www.grangersda.com; e-mail: Oregon. Friday registration is from Boston, MA 4:32 4:25 4:19 4:14 [email protected]. Address: Granger 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Please pre-register South Lancaster, MA 4:34 4:27 4:21 4:16 Seventh-day Adventist Church, PO at www.plusline.org or call 1-800-732- Pittsfield, MA 4:41 4:33 4:27 4:23 Box 460, Granger, WA 98932; Phone: 7587 before Oct. 20 to receive the Hartford, CT 4:40 4:32 4:26 4:22 (509) 854-1132 or (509) 837-4092. discounted price. For more informa- New York, NY 4:47 4:40 4:34 4:30 tion call Oregon Conference Family Albany, NY 4:41 4:33 4:27 4:22 Northwest Men’s Conference—Men and Ministries at (503) 654-6054. Utica, NY 4:47 4:39 4:33 4:29 their sons are invited to our 2005 NW Syracuse, NY 4:51 4:43 4:37 4:32 Men’s Conference, “It’s All About Him,” Society of Adventist Communicators (SAC) Rochester, NY 4:56 4:49 4:42 4:38 on October 14-15, 2005. This event Convention will be held at the Gladstone Buffalo, NY 5:02 4:54 4:48 4:44 will be held at the Gladstone Holden Park Conference Center, 19800 Hamilton, Bda 5:24 5:19 5:15 5:13 Conference Center, 19800 Oatfield Oatfield Rd., Gladstone, OR 97027. Road, Gladstone, Oregon. Friday Join Seventh-day Adventist commu- registration is from 4:15 – 6:15 p.m. nicators from around the country on ATLANTIC UNION $25.00 deposit due with registration, Please pre-register at www.plusline. October 20-23, 2005, for network- balance due on arrival. More informa- org or call 1-800-732-7587 before ing opportunities, professional growth seminars and spiritual renewal. The tion contact Kelly at: kellyv2@midmaine. Oct. 4 to receive the discounted price. NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND For more information call Oregon Society of Adventist Communicators com or (207) 314-7546. “Victory in Jesus” Fall Prayer Retreat— Conference Family Ministries at (503) is all about networking Seventh-day October 14-16 at Camp Lawroweld 654-6054. Adventist communication profession- Maine. Guest speaker, Pastor Dennis OUT-OF-UNION als and students. For more informa- Smith, author of The Baptism of the Northwest Single-Adult-Ministries tion and to register online through Holy Spirit. Ages 13-113 are welcome. Conference—All singles are invited PlusLine: http://www.plusline.org/ Cost: $50.00 adults, $25.00 teens. Granger, Wash., Adventist Church cel- to our 2005 NW Singles Conference, eventdetail.php?id=118.

ATLANTIC UNION CONFERENCE PRAYER MINISTRIES END TIME EVENTS presents a October 14 & 15, 2005 Prayer Institute and Prayer Conference November 11-13, 2005 at Machlan Auditorium Atlantic Union College Campus Guest Speaker G. Edward Reid Special Presenter: The series begins on Friday, 7:00 p.m., and continues Pastor Samuel Telemaque Saturday, 11:00 a.m, and Sabbath afternoon. Our Goals: A fellowship dinner is planned. • Building Prayer Warriors Connecticut Valley Adventist Church • Developing Intercessory Prayer Skills 354 Foster Road • Prayer-Walking South Windsor, CT 06074 • Exploring New Initiatives with Prayer & Evangelism (860) 644-6119 with Greater Results & Baptisms For directions and latest info: For further information and registration: www.connecticut-adventist.org Call (978) 368-8333 (ask for Violet) Contact: or Einar Rom, Pastor Contact your local conference prayer coordinator Cell: (860) 306-0041

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