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A U G U S T
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Atlantic Union Begins a
New Quinquennium
Tell the World . . . Atlantic Union
Quoi de Neuf?
Youth Connections
¿Qué Está Pasando?
insideAUGUST
2006
FEATURES
MISSION STATEMENT
To faithfully chronicle the work and progress of the
church in the Atlantic Union territory and inform,
instruct, and inspire our church members.
DEPARTMENTS
Editorial
Quoi de Neuf?
¿Qué Está Pasando?
Youth Connections
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Ednor A. P. Davison
NEWS
COVER STORY
ON PAGE
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: Atlantic Union
Begins a New Quinquennium
the World…
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Atlantic Union
10 Ministering to Singles
16 2006 Caring Heart Award Recipients
IN
THIS ISSUE…
In June 2006 more than 400 delegates met in South
Lancaster, Massachusetts to elect officers and conduct
the business of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the
Atlantic Union. A meeting of the Atlantic Union College
constituency was also convened at that time to elect a
new board of trustees and hear reports on the progress
of the college. In this issue, we share a reports from the
constituency meetings. In addition, we share information
on a world church initiative that has been adopted by the
Atlantic Union Conference called “Tell the World.” The cover design is a composite of
images from Studio 5 and stock photos.—Ednor A. P. Davison, GLEANER editor
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E D I T O R I A L
Tell the World
“And He said to them, Follow Me,
and I will make you fishers of
men”—Matthew 4:19 (NASB).
O
ne day I watched an old man fishing for trout and pulling one trout
after another quite briskly. I said
to him, “I wish I could fish like that. In
fact, just today I passed several individuals
around this lake, and many of them don’t
seem to be catching anything.”
The old man paused, rested his rod on
the ground, and said, “Well, you see, there
are three rules for trout fishing and you
shouldn’t even try if you don’t pay attention
to them. The first is, ‘Keep yourself out of
sight.’ The second is, ‘Keep yourself farther
out of sight.’ And the third is, ‘Keep yourself
still farther out of sight.’ Then you’ll be able
to catch trout.”
As I continued my walk around the lake,
I thought to myself, “That’s sound advice for
catching people too!” Is it possible that in
our anxiety to win others for Christ we have
gotten in the way of the Holy Spirit? Before
we can catch someone for Christ, we must
first be caught. The text above declares that
there is something we must first do, “And
He said unto them, Follow Me…”
Today we stand at the beginning of a
new quinquennium in the Atlantic Union
Conference. While we are grateful and
thankful for past achievements (see the May
2006 issue of the GLEANER), there is a tremendous task yet ahead to be accomplished.
I’ve said many times before, our primary
purpose on earth is to help populate heaven
with people from this planet. But we’ve got
to start at the beginning. We must personally
follow Christ. We must focus exclusively on
Him. We must abide with Jesus so that we
might absorb His spirit. We must learn His
method, His ways. By following Jesus, He
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works conviction and conversion in other
people as He has worked it in you. Through
the agency of His Holy Spirit, Christ works
secretly in people’s hearts.
But then, we must also be moved to
action—we must fish for people. Christ
wills it so. By His Spirit, He qualifies us to
win and disciple others for Him. In fact,
witnessing and discipling are two sides
of the same slice of bread. This makes a
people-catcher both a soul winner and soul
nurturer. Whether minister or member, we
most truly follow Christ when we become
actively involved in fishing for people—and
as such, we let Christ witness through us.
So what is all this talk about Tell the World
in the Adventist Church? Tell the World is an
initiative of the Adventist world church and
adopted by the Atlantic Union. Tell the World
is an attempt to let every person know that
Jesus is coming again—very soon! This Tell
the World initiative is not just a program or
project. It is a living, breathing reality in the
heart of every Adventist believer to spread
God’s love to everyone. This Tell the World
“fishing expedition” initiative is the largest evangelistic effort in the history of the
Seventh-day Adventist Church. It will go on
for years. It will last until Jesus comes!
Won’t you join us at the beginning of this
new quinnquennial term to Tell the World
about the… “Old, old story, of unseen things
above, Of Jesus and His glory, Of Jesus and
His love”?
Whatever you do to help populate or
“catch people” for heaven, you will never,
ever regret. In fact, in the process, you personally will be caught for Christ!
“This Tell the
World ‘fishing
expedition’
initiative is the
largest evangelistic
effort in the history
of the Seventh-day
Adventist Church.
It will go on for
years. It will last
until Jesus comes!”
Donald G. King is president of the Atlantic
Union Conference and chairman of the Atlantic
Union College Board of Trustees.
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Dis-le Au Monde!
“Il leur dit: Suivez-moi, et je vous ferai pêcheurs
d’hommes”—Matthieu 14:19 (NASB).
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n jour j’observai un vieil homme faire la pêche et
attraper des truites les unes après les autres. Je
lui adressai la parole en disant: J’aimerais pouvoir
pêcher comme vous. En fait, aujourd’hui j’ai rencontré plu-
Dis-le au monde est comme une
expédition maritime ayant pour
but de pêcher les hommes pour
le royaume de Dieu. C’est le plus
grand effort évangélique jamais
entrepris par l’église Adventiste et qui
culminera jusqu’au retour de Jésus.
sieurs pêcheurs au bord de ce lac et beaucoup d’entre eux
ne semblaient attraper rien du tout.
Posant sa canne à pêche sur, le sol, le vieil homme rétorqua: “Voyez-vous, il existe trois règles régissant la pêche
aux truites et vos efforts seront vains si vous n’en tenez pas
compte. En voici la première: Rendez-vous invisible aux
poissons. La deuxième: Rendez-vous encore plus invisible.
Et la troisième: Rendez-vous toujours plus invisible. C’est
alors que vous serez en mesure d’attraper des truites.
Comme je poursuivais ma randonnée autour du lac, je pensai en moi-même: Ce conseil est très judicieux et applicable
à l’évangélisation qui est une véritable pêche d’hommes. Se
peut-il que dans notre empressement à gagner des âmes pour
Christ nous entravions en quelque sorte l’œuvre du SaintEsprit? Avant de pouvoir conduire des âmes à Christ, nous
devons d’abord être saisis par Lui. Le texte biblique ci-dessus
suggère cette même démarche: “Et Il leur dit: Suivez-moi…”
Aujourd’hui nous sommes à l’aube d’un nouveau quinquénaire dans l’Union de l’Atlantique. Malgré les multiples
bénédictions dont nous avons été les bénéficiaires (voyez le
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numéro de Mai 2006) et pour lesquelles nous glorifions le
Seigneur, il existe encore une œuvre colossale à accomplir.
Comme je l’ai déjà exprimé, notre responsabilité primordiale est de peupler le ciel avec les habitants de notre planète. Mais il nous faut commencer par le commencement.
Nous devons personnellement suivre Christ et lui donner
toute notre attention. Nous devons demeurer en
Jésus et nous laisser imprégner par son Esprit. Nous
devons apprendre ses méthodes et son approche. Tandis
que nous suivons Christ fidèlement nous le verrons accomplir une œuvre de conviction et de conversion dans la vie
des autres. Par le truchement du Saint-Esprit, le Christ
opère imperceptiblement une œuvre de conversion dans
les cœurs.
Le Seigneur désire nous voir aller à la recherche des âmes
perdues. Par son Esprit Il nous rend capables de faire des
disciples pour Lui. Témoigner et faire des disciples sont
deux aspects inséparables de l’évangélisation. Le pêcheur
d’hommes, qu’il soit pasteur ou laïc doit à la fois gagner et
nourrir les âmes.
Et qu’en est-il du programme: Dis-le au monde? C’est une
initiative de l’Eglise Adventiste mondiale qui a été adoptée
par l’Union de l’Atlantique. Dis-le au monde est un effort
visant à avertir tous les hommes du prochain retour de
Jésus. Dis-le au monde n’est pas un projet temporaire mais
une initiative permanente de dissémination de la bonne
nouvelle de l’amour de Dieu pour l’humanité. Dis-le au
monde est comme une expédition maritime ayant pour but
de pêcher les hommes pour le royaume de Dieu. C’est le
plus grand effort évangélique jamais entrepris par l’église
Adventiste et qui culminera jusqu’au retour de Jésus.
Ne voudriez-vous pas vous joindre à nous au début de ce
quinquénaire pour dire et redire au monde la belle histoire
de l’amour de Jésus.
Les efforts que vous déployez pour gagner des âmes pour
le royaume de Dieu ne seront jamais vains. En fait, tandis
que vous travaillez au salut des autres, le Seigneur assurera
votre propre salut.
Pasteur Donald King est le Président de L’Union de L’Atlantique
et le chairman du comité directeur du Collège de cette dite Union.
Traduction: Pastor Pierre Eddy Laguerre
Dile al Mundo
“Y les dijo: – Venid en pos de mí, y os haré pescadores de hombres”–Mateo 4:19 (RV1995)
U
n día vi a un hombre mayor pescando truchas.
Miraba como sacaba trucha tras trucha energéticamente. Le dije, “Me gustaría poder pescar como
usted. De hecho, justamente hoy paseaba por este lago y
vi a muchos pescadores que parecía que no podían pescar
nada.” El hombre hizo una pausa, descanso su caña de
pescar en el suelo, y dijo, “Veras, hay tres reglas para pescar y nadie debería tratar de pescar si no pone atención a
ellas. La primera es, ‘Manténgase fuera de vista.’ La segunda es, ‘Manténgase aún más fuera de vista.’ Y la tercera es,
‘Manténgase lo más fuera de vista posible.’ Entonces usted
podrá pescar la trucha.”
Mientras continuaba mi caminata alrededor del lago,
pensé en lo que me había dicho el hombre, “¡Ese es un
buen consejo para pescar personas también!” ¿No será
que en nuestro anhelo de ganar almas para Cristo estamos
interrumpiendo la obra del Espíritu Santo? Antes de que
podamos ganar a alguien para Cristo, debemos nosotros ser
ganados primero. El versículo al principio declara que hay
algo que debemos de hacer primero, “Venid en pos de mí…”
Hoy comenzamos un nuevo quinquenio en la Unión del
Atlántico. Aunque estamos agradecidos por los logros alcanzados (ver la edición de Mayo del 2006 del GLEANER), todavía
tenemos una tremenda tarea frente a nosotros que completar.
Como he dicho en varias ocasiones, nuestro propósito
principal en esta tierra es ayudar a habitar el cielo con personas de este planeta. Pero debemos comenzar en el principio. Debemos personalmente seguir a Cristo. Debemos mantener nuestro énfasis exclusivamente en El. Debemos mantenernos con Jesús para que podamos absorber su Espíritu.
Debemos aprender sus métodos, su manera de trabajar con
las personas. Siguiendo el ejemplo de Jesús, su convicción y
conversión de las personas y aún de como lo ha hecho con
usted. Por medio del Espíritu Santo, Cristo trabaja secretamente en los corazones de los seres humanos.
Pero después, debemos ser movidos a la acción–debemos
ser pescadores de hombres. Cristo lo desea. Por medio de
su Espíritu, El nos califica para ganar y hacer discípulos a
otros para El. De hecho, testificar y hacer discípulos son dos
lados del mismo pedazo de pan. Esto hace del pescador,
un ganador de almas y un alimentador de almas. Ya sea un
ministro o miembro de iglesia, debemos verdaderamente
seguir a Cristo estando activamente envueltos en la pesca de
personas–de esta manera dejamos que Cristo testifique por
medio de nosotros.
¿Qué quiere decir todo esto acerca de Dile al Mundo en
la iglesia adventista? Dile al Mundo es una iniciativa de la
“ Esta “expedición de pesca” Dile al
Mundo es el esfuerzo evangélistico
más grande en la historia de la
Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo día.
Continuará por años. ¡Continuará
hasta que Jesús vuelva!”
iglesia adventista mundial y adoptada por la Unión del
Atlántico. Dile al Mundo es un intento de dejarle saber a toda
persona que Jesús viene pronto – muy pronto. Esta iniciativa
de Dile al Mundo no es solo un programa o proyecto. Es una
realidad viviente en el corazón de cada creyente adventista
para proclamar el amor de Dios a todos. Esta “expedición de
pesca” Dile al Mundo es el esfuerzo evangélistico más grande
en la historia de la Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo día.
Continuará por años. ¡Continuará hasta que Jesús vuelva!
¿Por qué no se une a nosotros en el principio de este
nuevo quinquenio a Decirle al Mundo acerca de… “La
antigua historia, del celestial favor, de Cristo y de su
Gloria, de Cristo y de su amor”? Cualquier cosa que usted
pueda hacer para ayudar a habitar o a “pescar personas”
para el cielo, nunca, nunca se arrepentirá. De hecho, en el
proceso, usted personalmente será ganado para Cristo.
Donald G. King es el presidente de la Unión del Atlántico y director
del Consejo de Administración del Colegio de la Unión del Atlántico.
Traducción: Johanna Viteri
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Tell the World…
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By Ednor A. P. Davison
Atlantic Union
In
2005 the Seventh-day Adventist Church
embarked on a strategic plan that is directly
centered on mission. “Tell the World is a vision
for how the gospel will be shared from 2005-2010. It
focuses the church on its identity as a called out community and its end-time mission of proclaiming the gospel to
‘every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people’ (see
Revelation 14:6). The vision is clear: to invite every person
in the world to respond to the good news about Jesus and
His soon coming.”1
The Atlantic Union has adopted the Tell the World initiative
as it begins the 2006-2010 quinquennium. A task force is
reviewing the initiative to determine what role Atlantic Union
constituents can play in reaching the world with God’s love.
Following are some goals that have been established:
4.
Identify and equip members according to spiritual
gifts. Church members in the Atlantic Union are
blessed with many gifts. They will be given the opportunity
to exercise their gifts through a process that will help to
identify and equip them according to their gifts.
5.
Engage the youth and educational system in supportive roles and leadership. Youth at every level will be
engaged in evangelism, outreach, and community service.
Our educational institutions will also be involved in the
efforts and plans for evangelism.
6.
Prayer Ministries blended into evangelism. Prayer is
an important component and emphasis will be given
to blending Prayer Ministries into the evangelistic process.
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Each conference in the Atlantic Union has been
involved in reviewing the initiative and is encouraged
to take ownership of the Tell the World vision for its constituency. They will establish methods of evangelistic outreach
that will produce positive results in their field.
1.
Nurturing church members. Nurturing plans will be
established and more attention will be given to nurturing church members. Some areas of focus will include
small groups, prayer groups, Bible study groups, and witnessing teams.
2.
The union, conferences, and churches will have a good idea
of the impact of these efforts through the following indicators
of success: baptisms, church plants, increase in the number
of working disciples, reclamation of members, and financial
growth, specifically as it relates to tithe and mission offering.
“Members of the taskforce are excited about the impact
of the Tell the World initiative,” says its chairman Donald G.
King, president of the Atlantic Union. “It is in keeping with
the commission of Jesus and the mission of the Seventh-day
Adventist Church in the Atlantic Union Conference territory,
‘to lead all people, through the power of the everlasting gospel, into a growing, balanced, mature Christian experience; to
develop the church family; to serve the local community; and
to prepare every person for the soon coming of Jesus Christ.’”
Information on the Tell the World initiative will be provided on a regular basis to keep members informed about
plans as they are developed and how they can be involved
in this worldwide initiative.
The month of October each year, beginning in 2006,
has been designated as reaping month in the Atlantic
Union. A specific time period will be established during
the month of October in which workers around the Atlantic
Union (from the union, conferences, schools, and other
institutions) will be simultaneously involved in some form
of evangelistic outreach. It will be a time of reporting, celebrating, and sharing stories of the way the Lord has blessed
in the Atlantic Union throughout the year.
3.
Each One Win One. A union baptismal goal of 5,000
persons has been established for 2006. This can be
realized following the “Each One Win One” initiative in
which every church member brings one person into fellowship with God’s family. The conferences have been assigned
goals based on their membership percentage in the union.
Conference
Bermuda
Greater New York
New York
Northeastern
Northern New England
Southern New England
Percentage
4%
24%
5%
47%
5%
15%
# Baptisms
200
1,200
250
2,350
250
750
Ednor A. P. Davison is editor of the Atlantic Union GLEANER and
assistant communication director for the Atlantic Union Conference.
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The Tell the World Web site gives information on the initiative: http://adventistmission.org/article.php?id=186.
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COVER STORY
By Ednor A. P. Davison
Atlantic Union Begins
a New Quinquennium
Astrid Thomassian, education director
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Ednor A. P. Davison
T
he 28th Atlantic
Union Conference
Constituency Session is
now history. Under the
theme “Preserving Our
Hope in Christ,” more than
400 delegates from the six
conferences gathered at
Machlan Auditorium on the
campus of Atlantic Union
College in South Lancaster,
Massachusetts, on June 4 to
elect officers, new committee members, and receive
reports on the work of
the church in the Atlantic
Union territory.
The administrators elected to serve for the 2006-2010 quinquennial term seen here with their wives are, from left to
right, Hispanic Ministries vice-president elect Dionisio Olivo and Maria, treasurer Leon Thomassian and Astrid, president
Donald King and Lois, executive secretary Carlyle Simmons and Marilyn, and Haitian Ministries vice president elect
Louis Metellus and Del.
Rosa T. Banks, a General Conference
associate secretary, presented the devotional message to the delegates at the
beginning of the session. Building her
thoughts around 1 Samuel 7:12, she
reminded the delegates that God has
preserved the Atlantic Union since
Jerrell Gilkeson, education associate director
1901. She encouraged them to focus
on what lies ahead, with the assurance
that God will lead because He is the
Rock of our salvation.
Reelected to serve the Atlantic Union
for the next quinquennium were
Donald G. King as president, Carlyle
Trevor Forbes, associate treasurer
Bill Wood, youth ministries director
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Simmons as executive secretary; and
Leon Thomassian as treasurer.
When presented to the delegates by
Don Schneider, president of the North
American Division (NAD) who chaired
the nominating committee, King
expressed his desire to continue to
lead the Atlantic Union with honesty
and integrity. “In the process of serving God we will also serve our fellow
man,” said King. With his wife, Lois,
by his side, he solicited the prayers of
the constituents for the next quinquennium as the leaders in the Atlantic
Union work to spread the news of
Jesus’ soon return through a major
evangelistic emphasis.
Through their votes, the delegates
expressed their desire to have new
leadership at the vice president levels and new officers were chosen.
Elected to lead Haitian Ministries was
Louis B. Metellus who serves as the
Haitian coordinator in the Greater
New York Conference. Elected to lead
Hispanic Ministries was Dionisio
Olivo who serves as the Greater New
York Conference president. Schneider
asked them to carefully and prayerfully
consider the call and communicate
their decision to the administrators of
the union.
The delegates voted to reelect the
following departmental directors and
associates for the next quinquennium:
Astrid Thomassian as director for the
Atlantic Union Office of Education, Bill
Wood as the Youth Ministries director,
Jerrell Gilkerson as associate director for
the Atlantic Union Office of Education,
and Trevor Forbes as associate treasurer.
The delegates ratified a recommendation from the nominating committee
to have the Atlantic Union Conference
Executive Committee fill all other posi-
Work of Dedicated Leaders Highlighted
Atlantic Union president Donald G. King took time at the Constituency Session to reflect on the ministries of the outgoing
incumbents Luc F. Homicile and Roberto D. Reyna and expressed his thanks and appreciation to them for their years of dedicated service to the Atlantic Union constituents. He highlighted the outstanding leadership they have given to the church over
the years and the union constituents specifically.
Luc F. Homicile served the
Atlantic Union constituents
for 10 years. He was the firstever elected vice president to
serve in this capacity when, at
the 26th Regular Constituency
Session of the Atlantic Union
Conference held November
17-18, 1996, the delegates
voted to elect a vice president
to coordinate the FrancoHaitian work throughout
the Atlantic Union territory.
Luc F. Homicile
In addition, Homicile had
additional responsibilities over the ten-year period that
included leadership in the Adventist Community Services,
Children’s Ministries, Ministerial, Personal Ministries, Prison
Ministries, and Sabbath School departments.
Roberto D. Reyna began his
ministry in September 2000
at the invitation of the Atlantic
Union Conference Executive
Committee. He was the second individual to serve as
vice president for Hispanic
Ministries, coordinating the
Hispanic work in the Atlantic
Union. This position was initially voted by the delegates at
the 26th Regular Constituency
Session held November 17–18,
Roberto D. Reyna
1996. In addition to serving
the Hispanic constituents, he also had additional responsibilities giving leadership in the Human Relations, Family
Ministries, and Ministerial departments.
The departmental directors and staff of the Atlantic Union have also been blessed over the years by their presence in the
office, their insightful and inspiring contributions at worship, and the kindness and appreciation shown to their colleagues
and the staff, which was expressed in various ways. They will be missed!
Addressing the delegates at the session, King personally expressed how much he appreciated Homicile and Reyna as they
“rubbed shoulders together” as administrators in the Atlantic Union. He solicited the prayers of the delegates for them as they
“continue to give their lives in service to the Lord and look to the future.”
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North American Division president Don Schneider, at the
podium, addresses the delegates as his colleagues treasurer
Juan Prestol, left, and secretary Roscoe Howard look on.
Atlantic Union Conference departmental directors answered the delegates questions about their work over the past five years. From
left to right are: Bill Wood, Leon Thomassian, Alvin Kibble, chairman; Carlyle Simmons, Charlotte Thoms, Astrid Thomassian, and
Jerrell Gilkeson.
tions in the Atlantic Union. They also
voted the new members of the executive
committee, constitution and bylaws committee, and the association board that
will serve for the next quinquennium.
Schneider and his fellow NAD
officers, executive secretary Roscoe
Howard and treasurer Juan Prestol, presented a check for $198,000.00 to King
and the other officers to be used for
evangelism purposes. The administra-
tors of the six conferences were invited
to the platform and presented with
checks for their portion of the funds.
The three NAD officers offered prayer
for the administrators and departmental
directors serving for the next quinquennium. At the close of the session, King
thanked the North American Division
representatives, that included Alvin
Kibble, a North American Division vice
president, who served as chairman for
portions of the meeting, and all the
delegates who were present. He encouraged them as they return to their fields
to remember there is much work to be
done in the Atlantic Union to tell the
world that Jesus is coming soon.
Ednor A. P. Davison is editor of the
Atlantic Union GLEANER and assistant
communication director for the Atlantic
Union Conference.
Atlantic Union Conference Committee Members for 2006–2010
Executive Commitee
Donald G. King, Chairman
Carlyle C. Simmons, Secretary
George P. Babcock
Larry Bailey
Trevor Baker
Juan Borges
Jeffrey Brown
Cecilia Byron
Steven Cassimy
Earnest Flowers, III
Derek Furbert
Glendine Henry
Timothy Hullquist
Emmanuel Joseph
G. Earl Knight
Merlin Knowles
Lorinda Knowlton
Kay Koo
Eddie LaGuerre
Jean Lapierre
Jackie Mack
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Santiago Mejia
Marcia Moore
Nahor Muchiutti
Lola Nathan
Dionisio Olivo
Mike Ortel
Bernard Penn
Andrew Philbert
Vice President – Haitian
Vice President – Hispanic
Shirlene Ratteray
Fitzgerald Reid
Angel Rodriguez
Marlene Romeo
Stan Rouse
Winston Stephenson
Ventryce Thomas
Leon D. Thomassian
Frank Tochterman
John Valentine
Lionel Williams
Association Board
Donald King, Chairman
Carlyle Simmons, Secretary
Doug Falle
Trevor Forbes
Derek Furbert
Earl Kirchberg
Richard Marker
Claude Morgan
Erica Phipps
Robert Sundin
Leon D. Thomassian
NEC Treasurer
SNEC Treasurer
Constitution and Bylaws
Committee
Carlyle Simmons, Chairman
Don Bozarth
Jean Brodis
Richard Brown
Viola Chapman
Charles Eusey
Brian Holdipp
Merlin Knowles
Kenneth Manders
Easton Marks
Pam McKinney
Claude Morgan
Aubrey Tompkins
Sharon Wilson
Ministering to the Singles
“Young Adventist singles want to be part of the
church, not set apart.” Single adults want to be
integrated into the life of the church in all areas. Use
them; they have a lot to offer.
“Young Adventist singles want opportunities to
meet other young singles.” This can be accomplished through various church social activities. Youth
leaders should partner with other youth leaders in the
federations or other areas and plan joint activities
for singles. Conferences should study ways to reach
out to the singles in the local conference. The union
could give thought to planning an event for singles.
“Young Adventist singles do not want to be pressured into relationships or by others’ expectations.” In other words, don’t try to be a matchmaker!
Don’t try to pigeonhole singles by asking them to do
a job that only “someone single like you can do,” suggesting that “After all you have the time” or “You
don’t have the responsibility of caring for a family.”
What are some simple solutions? Hayden suggests
these simple steps.
☛ Build an atmosphere of acceptance and trust.
This means involving them in all phases of church life.
☛ Develop a small group ministry for singles.
But, before you do this, make sure your singles are
open to this idea. If not, try something else.
☛ Involve other singles in church activities
include them in the church family. Integrate
them into the life of the church.
☛ Include young single parents in all programs
of the church. Reach out to the single parents by
helping to provide babysitting, home maintenance,
car repair, etc. Reaching out to this group could be
a great ministry for the youth of the church.
Remember, singles have needs as do all of us. As
youth leaders we can reach out to this group, making them feel that they are an important part of the
church. Have fun with your singles!
Bill Wood is the Atlantic Union
Conference Youth, Pathfinder, and
Family Ministries director.
Send questions you would like answered about
Adventurer, Pathfinder, Youth, or Young Adult
Ministries to the Atlantic Union Conference Youth
Ministries Department.
YouthConnections
YouthConnections
A
few years ago I was visiting with a friend who
had recently gone through a divorce. Her
husband, a former pastor, decided he didn’t
want to be married to her anymore. After many
years of reaching out to church members in many
circumstances she now found herself needing to be
ministered to. She was single! In her frustration she
blurted out, “The church doesn’t know what to do
with us singles!” I have observed this as I have visited scores of churches in many parts of the country;
singles are one of the most neglected groups in the
church today.
In most churches there will be singles. There will
be those who have delayed marriage for one reason
or another. There will be those young adults who are
still in school and would rather wait until their education is completed to marry. There are those who
have gone through a divorce such as my friend. Then,
there are those who have lost their spouse. In many
areas, those who work with young people are the ones
who have reached out to the singles of the church
because many singles are still in the youth and young
adult category. What are you doing to reach out to
the singles in your church?
In the new youth leaders’ resource book, GETTING
IT RIGHT, there is a chapter entitled “Ministering to
Young Singles,” by Regina Reaves Hayden. She points
out these facts about singles.
Atlantic Union Conference
Youth Ministries Department
PO Box 1189
So. Lancaster, MA 01561
Phone: (978) 368-8333
Fax: (978) 368-7948
E-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.atlantic-union.org/youth.htm
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NEWS
AUC Holds Quinquennium Meeting
Photos: Cindy Kurtzhals
Babcock Affirmed President by New Board
T
ATLANTIC UNION COLLEGE
he Atlantic Union
College Quinquennial
Constituency Meeting was
held June 5 in Machlan
Auditorium on the college
campus. Delegates to this
once-every-five-years meeting
conduct official business of
the college. The main purpose
is to hear reports, appoint a
nominating committee who
recommends names for the
board of trustees for the next
quinquennium, and consider
any changes to the constitution and bylaws.
“It was a success,” says
President George Babcock.
“Out-going board member
positions were filled, language changes were made
in the constitution and
bylaws, and vice presidents
gave reports.”
Quinquennial Report from the President…
During this quinquennium, the Lord has enabled us to successfully:
• Create a board of trustees enhanced with professional individuals.
• Receive federal student Title IV loan funds and federal grant dollars immediately upon electronic request.
• Establish the Center for Discipleship and Evangelism with discipleship classes and first-hand, practical experiences.
• Implement Jenzabar, a comprehensive, integrated technology to
manage and monitor software and services to improve education
and operations.
• Generate an emerging vision for a campus master plan.
• Develop a vegan/vegetarian culinary arts program.
• Enhance communications with alumni and friends, resulting in
the largest number of gifts in the history of the college.
• Regain our accreditation without reservation on November 3, 2005.
• Renovate buildings.
A printed CONSTITUENCY
SESSION R EPORT was mailed
to constituent delegates,
board members, alumni,
and friends prior to the
June 5 meeting and is
available online at www.
atlanticuc.edu.
Atlantic Union College Board of
Trustees voted, pending acceptances:
Alex Espana
Allyson Cram
Anthony DeFranco
Ariel Schmidt
Astrid Thomassian
Carlyle Simmons
Charles Eusey
David Cadavero
David Williams
Dennis Langley
Dionisio Olivo
Donald King
Duane Cady
Ed Collins
Edwin Krick
Frank Tochterman
George Babcock
Gerald Kovalski
Jeffrey Brown
Judith Kendall-Pires
Larita Alford
Leon Thomassian
LeRoy Reese
Lilya Wagner
Lois Peters
Melvin Ming
Mike Ortel
Serge Cadet
Sylvia Adams
Tim Bailey
Trevor Baker
Babcock Affirmed as President
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Dave Sherwin
“T
he newly constituted Atlantic Union College Board of Trustees met June 18 and
affirmed the continual appointment of George P. Babcock as president of Atlantic
Union College,” reported Donald G. King, chairman of the Atlantic Union College Board of
Trustees and president of the Atlantic Union Conference.
“We were very pleased to do so because of his truly outstanding leadership given to the
institution over the past three years,” said King. “Several accomplishments have been realized, of course the NEASC accreditation being one of the most important, as well as the
fund-raising opportunities which have helped the college tremendously.
“Dr. Babcock and his administrative team, who were also affirmed for their continuing
appointments, have given excellent service and we’re very pleased,” says King. “The board
of trustees looks forward to working with them in the future.”
We Have Graduations All Year Long
NEWS
Enroll Today to Earn Your Degree!
S
ixty students graduated from Atlantic Union College
on May 14 with the following degrees: Master of
Education, 1; Bachelor of Science, 23; Bachelor of Arts, 13;
Bachelor of Music, 1; Associate Degree, 26. Some students
received two degrees.
Graduating with the highest honors were: summa cum
laude, Artur Virginas, a computer science major from
Romania; magna cum laude: Olga Bilan, a music education
major from the Ukraine and Sunil Woods, a computer science major from St. Vincent; and cum laude, Alisha Hodge,
a psychology major from Bermuda.
Graduations are held in January, May, and July.
Shorni-Gay Mitchell graduated May 14, 2006,
with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology
and earned departmental honors. As a pre-med
student, she plans to become a surgeon. Her life
goal is to establish medical clinics and a college
in Aruba where she grew up, and humanitarian
aid centers in Jamaica, where she was born.
Mathematics and computer science professor Ulises Poyser, left, celebrates with Hermogenes DePina at the January 8, 2006, graduation. DePina
graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science. Poyser graduated from Atlantic Union College in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree in
mathematics. His father, Paul Poyser, Sr., graduated from AUC in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in theology.
Excerpts of Howard Ebbin’s creative prayer for the day:
Photos: Cindy Kurtzhals
Howard Ebbin, right, received
his diploma from President
George Babcock during the
January 8 graduation. Ebbin
earned two Bachelor of Arts
degrees in theology and religion.
He’s been serving as associate
pastor of the Southampton and
Restoration Ministries churches in
Bermuda, and was a co-evangelist
for Pastor Dwayne Wilson in
May. He plans to attend Andrews
University in the fall to earn his
Master of Divinity degree.
…“B
ecause of you God,
we thank you for
faithful parents, grandparents,
and friends; for sleepless nights
and midterm exams; for understanding professors and financial
clearances; and for those encouraging administrators, faculty, and
staff of Atlantic Union College.
“We thank you for polishing
us into academic jewels that we
may excel to our fullest poten-
tial in the professions we have
chosen… In the words of Helen
Steiner Rice, ‘Show us the way,
not to fortune and fame, not
how to win laurels or praise for
my name, but show us the way
to spread the Great Story, that
Thine is the kingdom and the
power and the glory.’”
Cindy Kurtzhals, director of public
relations and publications
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NEWS
Rege Caraig
Six Students Baptized
Pastor Kevin Dunn stands in front of the Southern Tier Adventist school with newly baptized candidates Taylor Clayburn, MacKenzie Dunn, Kalila Pyfrom, Amber Preston, Missy
Rockwell, and Max Main.
Four Young People Join the
Batavia Church
Four young people from the Batavia church joined the family
of God by baptism. Two of the young people, Eric and Allison
Strong, are sixth-generation Adventists. Francis and Eugene
Kelly were also baptized. What special joy for both families.
The event was also memorable because this was the first
baptism performed by the Batavia church’s new pastor,
Miquel Crespo.
NEW YORK
Nancy Warner, communication secretary
Batavia church
Weezie Lyons, school board chairperson
Southern Tier Seventh-day Adventist School
New York Conference Women’s Retreat
November 3–5, 2006
Watson Homestead Center
Painted Post, New York
Asking God for a Miracle
Keynote Speaker:
Ginger Church
Speaker, Author
Editor of KIDS’ MINISTRY IDEAS
Seminar Presenter:
Charlotte Thoms
Women’s Ministries Director
Weekend accommodations: $145–$200
Early Bird Discount:
Pay in full by August 15 and deduct $25
For registration forms or more information call
Lynee Hamm at (315) 469-6921
e-mail: [email protected]
Standing with Pastor Miquel Crespo in the front row are Allison Strong, Eugene Kellly and Francis
Kelly. In the back row are June Strong, Eric Strong, and Mitch Strong.
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Pastor Kevin Dunn has faithfully conducted worship
with the students at the Southern Tier Seventh-day
Adventist School in Vestal, New York, since it opened
five years ago. This past school year, Pastor Dunn
began a baptismal class when six of the nine students
indicated their desire to be baptized. At the end of
each baptismal class Dunn would ask, “Do you really
want to be baptized?” A heartfelt “Yes!” was always the
response.
On April 15 Missy Rockwell, Max Main, Amber
Preston, Kalila Pyfrom, MacKenzie Dunn, and Taylor
Clayburn were baptized. Family and friends witnessed as these young people were baptized into a
loving, saving relationship with Jesus.
The baptism of these young people is a testament
to the influence and prayers of family, to teachers
who live their faith and are dedicated to the mission
of their school, and to the witness and shepherding
of a faithful pastor.
No refunds or cancellations after September 15
NEWS
Elementary students
from across the New York
Conference converged on
Union Springs Academy
on May 22 for the annual
Education Fair and Spelling
Bee. Among the exhibits
were a variety of science
and social studies projects,
a display about the life of
Daniel and the prophecies
in his book, PowerPoint presentations on gymnastics,
dog grooming, a horse show
and endangered animals.
A guest presenter from the
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
brought live animals and
taught about survival strategies unique to each creature.
Students enjoyed the educational opportunities as well
as the fellowship of friends
from across the state.
Kim Kaiser, associate superintendent
of schools
New York Conference
The winners of the Grades 1-2 Spelling Bee are Marco Alvarez,
Parkview school, first place winner, and Moshe Zechariah, Sandy
Creek school, second place winner.
Grades 3-4 Spelling Bee winners, Carrie Baker, Frontenac school, first
place winner, and Kathe Burghardt, Parkview school, second place winner.
Grades 5-6 Spelling Bee winners, Stephani Jopitre, Buffalo school, first
place winner, and Amanda Whitlow, Parkview school, second place winner.
Grades 7-8 Spelling Bee winners, Briana Clark, right, Parkview school,
first place, and Gilbert Hernandez, left, Buffalo school, second place.
Prayers That Avail Much
…A Prayer Retreat
September 22-24, 2006
Camp Cherokee
Saranac Lake, New York
If…you thirst for a closer walk with God
If…you want to learn more about the power of prayer
If…you long for revival in your own life
and the lives of others
Then…this Prayer Retreat is for you!
Speaker
Karen Martel
Prayer Coordinator
Southeast California Conference
Cost: $60
To Register Contact
Donna Rouse: [email protected] or
Priscilla English: [email protected]
New York Conference (315) 469-6921
NEW YORK
New York Conference Students Attend Education Fair
Women Gather for Praise,
Prayer, and Fellowship
Fifty-six women
recently gathered at the
Westvale Seventh-day
Adventist Church for
praise, prayer, and fellowship. The women
enjoyed a delicious
light supper followed
by a very moving testimony given by Donna
Rouse, wife of the
New York Conference
president, about how
the Lord brought
Donna Rouse, wife of the New York
her and her husband
together. A short video Conference president Stan Rouse, shared a
moving testimony.
was shown about how
prayer changed lives in Guatemala.
The event was planned by Marion Lake and Lynee
Hamm, members of the Westvale church.
Joan Payne, communication secretary
Westvale church
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2006
Peter-Paul Taylor
Seth Sweet
Julie Rittenhouse
Isabella Reis
Caring
Heart Award
Recipients
Peter-Paul Taylor, a student at
Bermuda Institute since kindergarten,
has gained the respect of his peers and
teachers because of his genuine caring
and helpful nature.
Whenever a student is needed
to assist with any duty, Peter-Paul
is always ready and willing. In
October 2005 he volunteered to
go to Mississippi to assist with the
Hurricane Katrina cleanup.
An aspiring pastor, Peter-Paul
has also been active in his community. He volunteers with Operation
ReachBack—an organization that
provides aid to African countries.
Most recently, he gave up his evenings
to assist with a community health
symposium.
Peter-Paul is a young man who has
recognized God’s call on his life and
has responded accordingly. He has
developed into a spiritually mature
young man who is well deserving of
the Caring Heart Award.
Seth Sweet, an eighteen-year-old
senior at Central Vermont Academy,
has attended for 4 years. He lives in
Bennington, Vermont, with his mother, father, sister, and an older brother.
He is a student with good work ethics
and has received good grades for this
effort. He has been involved in all of
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our mission/outreach activities at the
school and does so with a great willingness and cheerful heart. He enjoys
doing for others, whether it’s on a mission project or at school.
Julie Rittenhouse, an avid reader and
a gifted cellist (she has toured the
world with a number of orchestras
and currently plays in four, including
the New England Youth Ensemble),
is an excellent student (in the top
two or three of her class for thirteen
years). She is creative, artistic, and
computer literate. As yearbook editor
at Greater Boston Academy the past
two years, she generated the entire
book on the computer for the first
time. Julie has been a class officer
since seventh grade—serving several
times as president or vice-president.
She has been active in community
service for the past several years as
well. Not only does she help out at
school and church on a regular basis,
she and her classmates went to Peru
in December 2005 to build a church
with Maranatha International, and
she went to South Africa with the
New England Youth Ensemble to raise
money for AIDS orphans in the summer of 2005.
Julie plans to major in music and
pre-med. Her dream is to continue her
extensive travel and one day serve as a
missionary doctor.
Isabella Reis, a senior at Greater New
York Academy (GNYA), migrated to
the United States in September 2004
from Belo Horizonte, Brazil. She is a
very pleasant young lady with impeccable character.
Isabella gives of herself by volunteering in various church activities and at
GNYA. She serves as a deaconess in the
Luzo Brazilian church and takes pride
in carrying out her duties and responsibilities. She enjoys working with the
children in her church and community.
Isabella states that she is very happy
serving God and the community.
Gendrick M. Grant, a senior in the
2006 graduating class at Northeastern
Academy, was born in Costa Rica,
but has lived in the U.S. most of his
life. Throughout his youth, he was
involved in many community service activities. He worked in soup
kitchens, visited nursing homes, and
assisted in his school.
Gendrick shares an experience that
took place on a missionary trip to
Haiti. “A young woman who was pregnant and overdue by a few days did
not have money to seek medical attention. However, our group, now called
Gendrick M. Grant
Mary Holway
Katherine Kilbourn
Megan Wilkenson
T
he Caring Heart Award for Christian service recognizes students attending
Adventist academies who are actively involved in service and witnessing. The
award is presented during graduation weekend at the school. It consists of a
special scholarship award of $500 and an award plaque.
“Voices for Haiti,” gathered up some
money to see if we could help. We
did our best to get her to a hospital as
soon as we could, but the baby did not
survive the birth.
“We were saddened, yet happy to
help and stretch out our hands to
someone in need. God allowed us to
be there to lend our hearts and hands
to this woman. The results were not
what we wanted, but God worked it
out for the mother to survive and the
newborn not to suffer. It gives me
great satisfaction to know I helped and
I did it along with a group.”
Gendrick is involved with many
community service activities, such as
the March of Dimes where he walked
30 kilometers to help prevent diseases.
For Gendrick there is no greater joy
than knowing he has helped individuals who could not help themselves.
Mary Holway went on her first mission trip at the age of 5 months with
her parents to North Carolina after
Hurricane Hugo struck. She entertained ADRA workers, as well as some
of the victims, for two weeks while
her family helped with relief efforts.
Mary has been mission-minded ever
since. As a little girl, she saved money
to send to ADRA from her allowance
and earnings. She also asked others
to help by collecting quarters from
them, sending their money in with
her own. Mary continued to serve by
going to nursing homes every month,
in her home area of Harrisville, New
Hampshire, visiting the residents and
singing with her mother. She also
participated with her local church in
Ingathering activities.
In the eighth grade, she continued
to serve by starting a Bible club for
grades 5–8. As a sophomore, in 2005,
she went on a mission trip for three
weeks to India with a group from the
Northern New England Conference.
This year, she went to the Phillipines
where she held her own evangelistic
meetings. She presented 18 sermons
and made many visits to people in
their homes. The average attendance
at the meetings was around 90 people.
By the end of the series, more than
30 gave their lives to Christ and were
baptized. This summer, Mary is looking forward to participating in the
NNEC Literature Evangelism program.
She hopes someday to work for ADRA.
She continues to study and have devotion time, and attends as many teen
prayer conferences as she can. Mary is
a great example of our mission-minded youth. Her positive attitude comes
from her relationship with God, and
from her nurturing family.
Katherine “Kate” Kilbourn, from
Lunenburg, Massachusetts, is a senior
at South Lancaster Academy. Kate is
the kind of young lady who always
greets you with a smile and a happy
greeting. She has been instrumental
in helping both on and off campus in
various service projects. She has led
out in chapels and worship activities
at the school and in the surrounding
community. This year she has taken a
lead role in assisting an individual in
the community who is unable to take
care of all of her household needs. In
addition, Kate has solicited and organized other students to help meet the
needs of this community member.
Megan Wilkenson is a junior at Union
Springs Academy. She was chosen
as the recipient of the Caring Heart
Award because of her participation
in community service and her cheerful and supportive spirit in the girls’
dorm. She also demonstrates a commitment to Christian service for
others. Whenever there is a need on
campus she is often there to lend her
helping hand.
Information for the article was provided
by the academies.
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NEWS
Seventh-day Adventists Attend Special White House Event
Approximately one hundred guests from the Haitian
sented four songs in majestic fashion and received a
community were at the White House in Washington
standing ovation. The well-known civic and spiritual
D. C., on May 18 to commemorate the second annual
leader Ronald Jean-Baptiste brought this group along
Haitian Flag Day and Haitian Heritage month. Thirtywith him to the White House.
five Adventists were among the
The group interacted with Carl
group. The invitation came directly
Rove, President Bush’s special
from the president through the
adviser; Tom Shannon, assistantWhite House Cultural Affairs
secretary of state to Condolezza
Department.
Rice; Carlos Alphonso, “Charge
After a little delay caused by
d’Affaires” for the Caribbean Basin,
security reasons, the festivities
and Raymond Joseph, the Haitian
began as scheduled. A grand style
ambassador to the U.S.
dinner was held in the prestigious
The debate revolved around
and historic Eisenhower room. The
the new immigration laws, the
delegation was then led to the audi- Among the guests at the White House, from left to right, were security issue for the people of
Daniel Beauzil, Antoine Achille, and Antoine Vaval.
Haiti, and the relationship with
torium for the three-hour ceremony
the newly elected president, Mr. Rene Preval. The
and a tour of the White House.
Seventh-day Adventist delegation felt they accomThe event began with prayer. Wilfred Thelusma, a
church leader, and GOP strategist in the New Jersey
plished a very important mission for God’s people at
area, facilitated up to 35 percent of the invitations
the White House.
to concerned leaders from our local churches. The
Daniel Beauzil, communication director
Supreme a cappella group from Orlando, Florida, preGethsemane French church
GREATER NEW YORK
Washington Heights Youth… Simply Amazing
Julissa Polo was baptized by Pastor Bill Jamel
as her sister Rosemarie Polo looked on.
Five young people gave their
lives to God as result of a
three-week Bible seminar
conducted by the youth of
the Washington Heights
Seventh-day Adventist
Church in Manhattan. Four
made a public declaration
through baptism and one by
profession of faith.
The Washington Heights
youth, under the guidance
of the Holy Spirit, preached
Participants from left to right: Natalie Sheilds, Jathena Torres, Cynthia González, Antonie Smith,
Andrew Jamel, Osiris Shaw and Wayne Jamel.
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the Word and God gave the
increase. We gladly accept
the new members to our
family of worshipers, and
pray for their continued
strength to put God first.
Helen Clyne, communication director
Washington Heights church
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Greater New York Corporation
of Seventh-day Adventists
Notice is hereby given that the FiftyThird Triennial Session of the Greater New
York Corporation of Seventh-day Adventists
will be held in connection with the Triennial
Session of the Greater New York Conference
of Seventh-day Adventists, convening at
9:00 a.m. (registration will begin at 8:00
a.m.), Sunday, September 17, 2006, at
Camp Berkshire, Wingdale, New York
12594. The delegates to the Conference
Session are also delegates to the Corporation
Triennial Session.
The purpose of the meeting is to elect a
Board of Trustees for the coming triennial
period, to receive reports, and to transact
such other business as may properly come
before the delegates.
Dionisio Olivo, President
G. Earl Knight, Secretary
OFFICIAL NOTICE
Greater New York Conference
Notice is hereby given that the FiftyThird Triennial Session of the Greater
New York Conference of Seventh-day
Adventists will convene at 9:00 a.m.
(registration will begin at 8:00 a.m.)
on Sunday, September 17, 2006, at
Camp Berkshire, Wingdale, New
York, 12594.
The purpose of this meeting is
to elect officers and departmental
directors and to transact such other
business as may properly come before
the delegates.
Each church is entitled to one
delegate for the organization, and
one for every 40 members. Each
church is entitled to elect alternate
delegates who may be seated at the
Conference Session in place of any
regular delegate not present.
Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Organizing Committee
is being called for Saturday night,
September 16, 2006, at 7:00 p.m.
at Camp Berkshire, Wingdale, New
York, 12594. All members of the
Organizing Committee should plan
to be present.
Dionisio Olivo, President
G. Earl Knight, Secretary
Some of the individuals from the Brooklyn for Jesus team are seen here with some of the newly baptized individuals.
The theme was “Brooklyn
For Jesus” and the theme
song, “Hark the Herald
Angels Sing Jesus the Light
of the World.” The meetings started in weakness,
but we heard the Lord say,
“My grace is sufficient for
you,” and that made all the
difference.
We had many challenges
early on in the meetings,
but we learned to depend
on Jesus. One week before
the meetings, I was involved
in a serious accident, my
car was totaled, and my
arm was still hurting during the crusade, but His
strength was made perfect
in weakness, therefore, I
claimed with Paul, “When I
am weak, then am I strong.”
There were challenges with
the budget and the location committee—no matter
what they did, they could
not secure a place for us to
pitch a tent for the meetings—and, here too, His
NORTHEASTERN
New Dimension and Canarsie Churches on the
Offensive for Jesus
NEWS
strength was made perfect
in weakness.
Well, weeping endured
for the night before the
meetings, but thank God,
joy came in the morning
at the end of the series.
God changed our weakness into strength, mourning into dancing, and pain
into opportunity. After five
weeks of prayers and hard
work for the Master, 77
people were baptized in the
Brooklyn for Jesus meetings
and by the end of 2005,
both the New Dimension
and Canarsie churches had
baptized 92 individuals.
We have been on the offensive for Jesus again in 2006.
Brooklyn for Jesus presents,
“Decoding The Revelation
Seminar Series.” The seminars began on July 29 and
will run though August 26.
We solicit your prayers for
Jesus to perform even greater
miracles for His glory.
Sednak Kojo Duffu Yankson, evangelist
Northeastern Conference Youth Assist with the Services
Under the Teen Tent at Camp Meeting
In 2003 the Northeastern
Conference Youth Department had
a vision for a Teen Tent, a new concept for ministry at Camp Victory
Lake. The purpose of Teen Tent was
to reach the teenagers with a program at their level. It is a ministry
that aims to minimize action outside the tents during services.
Youth director Newton Cleghorne
commissioned me to coordinate
this year’s event on July 1. The
Youth Preacher’s Core (YPC) joined
the team to assist in organizing
speakers and participants. Adanna
Maynard, a member of YPC relates
her experience in organizing a
youth event. She says, “At first you
are worried about who will show
up and what will happen, but then
the Holy Spirit shows up and you
see how He works. It causes me to
realize that no matter how much
you plan, you still have to totally
depend on Christ.”
A praise team comprised of
Full Circle Ministries, coupled
with a musical band, led by Von
Edmeade, ignited praise and
worship. New Beginnings from
Brooklyn, New York, presented
the music for the morning worship. According to speaker Damion
Bascombe, “The teen tent was
a wonderful experience where
people allowed themselves to be
used by the Holy Spirit. The atmosphere was great and the praise
and worship allowed young people
to express themselves.”
Richard Means and Damion V.
Bascombe presented together “Oh,
I Think They Like Me,” a message
from Hosea encouraging young
people to love God rather than just
liking Him. “It was spirit-filled, and
the number of people under the
tent was amazing” said Cassandre
Nonon. The young people were
attentive and many boldly stood
up and made decisions for Christ.”
Richard Means, who also presented
a message, said, “We thank Pastor
Wesley and the Northeastern
Conference Youth Department
for allowing the Youth Preacher’s
Core to be a part of another soulwinning, youth-reviving event.”
Philip M. Wesley II, pastor
Friendship church
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NEWS
Northern New England Conference Hosts
Seventh Biannual Prayer Retreat
Members from the Northern New England Conference attended the seventh biannual prayer
retreat at Camp Lawroweld in Weld, Maine.
NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND
May 5-7 marked the seventh
biannual prayer retreat hosted
at Camp Lawroweld and the
theme, “Devotion Explosion”
focused on the importance
of daily devotions. Speakers
ranging from high-school
students to pastors covered
the vast subject of devotions
and even spoke candidly
about their own devotional
experiences. The atmosphere
at Camp Lawroweld was
marked by God’s presence.
Kelly Veilleux, Northern
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New England Conference’s
(NNEC) Prayer Ministries
director, comments, “When
we get on our faces before
God and beg Him to reveal
Himself to us, how can He
resist a prayer like that?
When He shows up we
shouldn’t act surprised!”
A special highlight of the
weekend was the Prayer
Coordinator Training that
was conducted simultaneously with the prayer retreat.
Participants who attended
Farmingdale Church Head
Deaconess Honored for 25
Years of Service
Deaconesses from the Farmingdale Seventh-day
Adventist gathered to honor Beverly Trip for her many
years of service to the church as head deaconess. She
retired after 25 years of service. Tripp was presented
with a quilt with squares made by each of the deaconesses who served during her tenure.
A special vesper service was held in which her favorite Bible texts were read and her favorite songs were
sung. A light dinner culminated the event.
Our sincere thanks goes to Beverly for her many
years of service to the Lord, not only as head deaconess, but also for her leadership and example of
Christian love.
Edye Cronk, communication correspondent
Farmingdale church
the training were able to
attend the majority of the
prayer retreat’s meetings
and prayer times, but also
benefitted from the intensive
training offered. Topics covered in the training included,
What Is the Job Description
of a Prayer Coordinator?
How Do I Motivate My
Entire Church to Pray?, and
Leading Effective Corporate
Prayer Meetings. Kelly
Veilleux, who conducted the
training along with Alyssa
Foll, reported that 22 men
and women from Maine,
New Hampshire, Vermont,
and Connecticut attended
the training and are now
equipped to serve as effective
prayer coordinators in their
local churches.
As is the custom for a
prayer retreat, the weekend
was packed with individual,
small-group, worship-based,
special interest, and corporate
prayer times. The Extreme
Teens, NNEC’s youth prayer
team, led the “On Holy
Ground” prayer gathering
each evening. Through the
course of the weekend these
young people witnessed a
young person’s salvation,
adults being set free from
addictions, and marriages
being strengthened.
Perhaps one of the greatest rewards of the prayer
retreat surfaced in a participant’s comment to a NNEC
prayer team member: “I
learned this weekend that
devotions are not just something you do; devotions are
a lifestyle.” Therein is what
lies at the heart of prayer
ministries in the NNEC:
Prayer is a way of life.
Alyssa Foll, alumni member
Extreme Teens
“An
Indescribable
Gift”
Northern New England Conference
invites you to the
Women’s Ministries
Fall Retreat
Presenter
Beth Grissom
September 8–10, 2006
Camp Lawroweld
Weld, Maine
Cost:
$55.00 if paid by August 14
$75.00 after August 14
Guest $25.00
For more information:
Call: (207) 797-3760
Visit: http://women.nnec.org/retreats2006.html
NEWS
“Back to the Roots of S.D.A. Education
In the Heart of the Green Mountains”
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Unique Experiential/Career Education
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*** Accepting Applications Now for Next Year ***
Central Vermont Academy
317 Vine Street–Berlin • Barre, VT 05641
Sherrie Wall, Principal
Phone: (802) 479-0868
For more information call or visit our website:
www.centralvermontacademy.org
Pine Tree Academy Alumni Weekend
October 27 & 28, 2006
Featured Speaker
Andy Cheney ’81
Friday Vespers & Sabbath Service
October 27
Vespers
Sabbath School
Church
Vespers
October 28
NOTICE is hereby given that the third quadrennial session of the Northern New
England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held at Pine Tree Academy,
Freeport, Maine, on Sunday, October 1, 2006. The first meeting of the session is
called for 10:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting is to elect officers, an executive
committee, and the departmental directors for the ensuing quadrennial term; to
receive reports; to review proposed changes to the constitution and bylaws; and to
transact such other business as may properly come before the session. Each church
is entitled to one delegate for the organization and one additional delegate for each
fifteen members. The Large Committee shall meet on Sunday, August 20, 2006, at
10:00 a.m. at the Portland Seventh-day Adventist Church (White Memorial). The
purpose of this meeting is to select the nominating committee to serve the constituency,
constitution and bylaws committee, and any other committees as may be necessary.
The Nominating Committee shall meet on Sunday, September 10, 2006, at 10:00
a.m. at the Northern New England Conference office headquarters.
Michael F. Ortel, President
Merlin L. Knowles, Secretary
LEGAL NOTICE
Northern New England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Inc.
and Maine Conference Association
NOTICE is hereby given that the third quadrennial session of the Northern New
England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Inc. and Maine Conference Association
will be held at Pine Tree Academy, Freeport, Maine, on Sunday, October 1, 2006.
The first meeting of the session is called for 11:00 a.m. The purpose of this meeting
is to receive reports; to review proposed changes to the constitution and bylaws;
and transact such other business as may properly come before this session. The
delegates chosen for the regular session of the Northern New England Conference
shall serve as delegates to the corporation session.
Michael F. Ortel, President
Merlin L. Knowles, Secretary
142nd Bordoville
Anniversary Homecoming
September 16, 2006
10:00 am.
7:00 p.m.
Speaker
Pastor Robert Rice
9:15 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
Musician
Ron Kowalkowski
Alumni Business Meeting
Following Sabbath Vespers
Book Signing
Diane Odell Lebrun ’81
After the Business Meeting
Honor Classes
1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001
Alumni vs. PTA Students – Basketball Games
(Women’s then the Men’s teams)
For more information visit: www.pinetreeacademy.com
LEGAL NOTICE
Northern New England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND
Central Vermont Academy
Directions
Location is in West Enosburg, Vermont on
Chester A Arthur Road off of Route 108.
Don’t take the Bordoville Road as it gets
impassable in the middle of the Road.
All are invited to come and join us as we celebrate
the founding of the 1st Seventh-day Adventist
church (1864). We will also enjoy a great fellowship lunch. Bring a dish to add to the feast.
Hope to see you there!
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NEWS
SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND
Charles Holmes Retires after 41 Years in Adventist Education
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There is a man who has sacrificed
his time and energy for the benefit
of others. A teacher who wants
nothing more than to see his students succeed. A friend who wants
to see all of us again in heaven.
That man is Mr. Charles Holmes.
Mr. Holmes retired at the end of
the 2005-2006 school year from
Greater Boston Academy. He has
been teaching for 41 years, 32 of
them at GBA. His dedication to
Christian education is an inspiration to students and teachers alike.
He believes in encouraging a closer
relationship with Christ above anything else and enjoys adding the
dimension of public prayer, worship, and the freedom to practice
Christianity in Christian schools
that public schools cannot offer.
Holmes grew up in the small
town of Lubec, Maine, and received
his teaching degree from Atlantic
Union College. However, he did
not enter college knowing what he
wanted to do. In fact, it was not
until his junior year in college that
Mr. Charles Holmes, sitting in the engraved rocker that
was presented to him by Greater Boston Academy in
appreciation of his 41 years of service to Christian education, 32 of them at Edgewood/Greater Boston Academy.
Holmes knew he wanted to be a
teacher. His change forever changed
the lives of countless young people.
Mr. Holmes’ contribution to
Greater Boston Academy and
Christian education as a whole has
been invaluable. His love for his
October 6
Registration – 4:00 p.m.
Fund-raiser Car Wash & Supper – 4:00 p.m.
South Lancaster Academy
Vespers 7:30 p.m.
College Church
South Lancaster
Academy
Alumni Reunion
October 6-7, 2006
Honor classes ending
in 1’s and 6’s
October 7
Sabbath School – 9:30 a.m.
Church Service – 11:00 a.m.
College Church
Annual Luncheon
Chan Shun Dining Commons
(Tickets $10)
Class Meetings – Afternoon
South Lancaster Academy
students is surpassed only by his
love for God. He loves watching
his students grow a strong relationship with God more than anything.
Some of his fondest moments are
not of seeing students graduate but
watching them dedicate their lives
to Christ through baptism.
Even though he will be missed,
his students and colleagues will
not forget the sacrifices he made
for others nor let them go to waste.
They will continue his dream of
Christian education by staying true
to the legacy he leaves behind. Even
though he is leaving GBA and moving on to the next step in his life,
Mr. Holmes wants nothing more
than to see GBA get a new building,
and to see all of his young friends
together again in heaven. Charles
Holmes is a man who accomplished
great things because he put God
first. He leaves behind an inspiring
example to do the same.
Robert Slocum, senior and PANTHER PAUSE editor
Greater Boston Academy
Sabbath Vespers – 5:30 p.m.
Village Church
Business Meeting and Supper
Following Vespers
Alumni vs. SLA Students
Basketball Games
South Lancaster Academy Gym
Lecture on Paper Collectibles
Bring your old books, stamps, baseball
cards, newspapers, and that letter signed
by Benjamin Franklin to be appraised in
a live “road show.” Small item fee covers
the lecturer’s expenses.
Village Church Fellowship Hall
NEWS
When Greater Boston
Academy’s seniors graduated on June 11, fully one
half of them graduated with
honors or better. One quarter of the class graduated
with highest honors and an
honors diploma. Two others
graduated with high honors
and two more with honors.
Four of them were members of the National Honor
Society, and two were winners of the Caring Heart
Award for service. Atlantic
Union College presented
the class with more than
$68,000 worth of scholarships. Four had attended
the school since kindergarten, with another joining in
first grade and another in
second. All but three graduated from Edgewood, GBA’s
elementary counterpart,
and all plan to go to college in the fall—at least half
of them to Atlantic Union
College, and all but one to
Adventist colleges (the other
has a rather large scholarship to Boston University,
having scored in the top
5% of the nation’s AfricanAmericans taking the SAT
last spring).
It has been awhile since
such an accomplished class
has completed its academy
years at GBA, and it may be
awhile before another such
class comes along. The three
who graduated with highest
honors are those who completed an Honors diploma
and who have attended
The GBA seniors joined the choir on Sunday
singing, I’ll Walk with God as a response to
the commencement address.
EW/GBA since kindergarten. Richardson Bosquet,
Brian Lawrence, and Julie
Rittenhouse not only took
all the required classes for
a college prep diploma, but
they also took two additional math classes (pre-calculus
and statistics), an additional
science class (physics),
Honors American History,
Honors Composition, and
Honors Literature.
The three were also
required to do an Honors
project of an additional 60
hours (minimum) work.
Richardson—who will
attend Boston University to
major in business—completely rewrote the student
association’s constitution,
putting it through ten revisions before it accurately
reflected the current goals
and practices of the organization. Brian, who plans
to major in engineering at
Walla Walla, designed and
built two windmills that
actually generated electricity. Julie Rittenhouse—who
plans to major in cello performance, music education,
and pre-med at Southern—
performed a one-hour
recital of cello works by
Bach, Rachmaninoff,
Shostakovich, and others.
Speakers for the weekend
were GBA chaplain Mark
Ishikawa (consecration),
Atlantic Union College
Chaplain Luis Gracia (baccalaureate), and GBA principal and the class’s sponsor
Rondi Aastrup (comencement). All three speakers
challenged the class on a
deeply personal level as the
two chaplains have known
the students for two years,
and the principal for as
many as 13.
Music was a major
ingredient in the weekend
The 2006 graduating seniors from Greater Boston Academy all plan to go to college in the fall.
services as well, with the
senior girls quartet singing
twice, Rachel Pamphile and
Jessica Teixeira each singing solos, Julie Rittenhouse
playing the cello twice, and
the EW/GBA choir singing
GBA Graduates an Accomplished Dozen
twice. All the seniors joined
the choir on Sunday singing I’ll Walk with God as a
response to the commencement address.
Rondi Aastrup, principal
Alumni Association
Annual Reunion
September 29 & 30, 2006
108 Pond St.
Stoneham, MA 02180.
Honor classes are those ending in “1” or “6”
For further information contact alumni president,
Arthur Barnaby, at (951) 359-4344 or e-mail
[email protected]
Visit the alumni Web site at gba.myfamily.com
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NEWS
Celebrating Twelve Years of Live Christian Radio
Adventist in Focus (AIF),
the local live radio program of the Seventh-day
Adventist Church in
Bermuda, celebrated its
twelfth year of weekly live
radio on ZFB Bermuda
Spirit AM 1230 radio on
Sabbath, May 20. The hosts
for the day included volunteers Bianca Williams,
Kevin Santucci, and Pastor
D. Randolph Wilson.
For this special occasion,
Dwayne Caines, the first
host of AIF was invited to
be a guest on the program.
He, along with his sister
Shureen Caines, began
the live show on the third
Sabbath in May, 1994.
Mr. Caines recommended
to Carlyle Simmons, then
president of the Bermuda
Conference, to give consideration to producing a weekly
four-hour program that
would highlight the Adventist
church. This program would
air from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00
p.m. each Sabbath with two
hours of live programming
and about 1¾ hours of a
live church service from the
Southampton church or the
Hamilton church.
Over the years others
have served as hosts of
Adventist in Focus. Fondly
remembered were husband
and wife team Oliver and
Andrea Trott, and Pastor
Mike Faison, who, by far,
was the longest host of AIF
(more than 10 years).
Today, AIF is hosted by
five individuals: Udora Ford,
Wycliffe Williams, Bianca
Williams (host and part-time
technician), Kevin Santucci
(engineer and host), and me.
I joined the team in January
2006 while the other members joined in July 2005 at
the end of Pastor Faison’s
term of service. Today the
show caters to seniors, chil-
dren, and youth. We have a
weekly interview featuring
local or international guests,
and listen to Adventist
favorites such as The Voice
of Prophecy, It is Written, and
Faith for Today. Other homegrown segments include
Prayer for the Nation and
You and the Word. These are
interspersed with local and
international musical artists.
We thank the Lord for what
He has done and what He
continues to do in the lives
of our listeners.
Pastor D. Randolph Wilson, media
relations
Bermuda Conference
BERMUDA
And the Angels in Heaven Rejoiced…
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Sabbath June 3rd was the last day
Smith presented a powerful, movThe month of May was a tremendous time for the Devonshire
of the series. Members, baptismal
ing sermon on the end time, calling
Seventh-day Adventist Church.
candidates, families, and friends
for us to yield to the call, not tomorOn May 5 we began the WWJD
filled the church. Smith was to
row, but today. He spoke about
(What Would Jesus Do) End-time
present his final sermon entitled
denying God, and not yielding to
Series. Dr. Jeffery Thompson,
“Give Me a Break.” The church was
the Holy Spirit, or turning one’s
president of the Cayman Islands
serenaded by the melodious voices
back on God, and totally denying
Conference, presented four
the Spirit (Matthew 5:16, 17).
powerful sermons over
By the end of his sermon,
the weekend of May 5-7.
young people were so moved,
Evangelist Kenneth Manders
that many came forward to
of the Bermuda Conference
commit their lives to the Lord
followed him with four more
and several were baptized. By
powerful sermons on the
the end of the day, 16 people
weekend of May 12-14. The
had chosen to follow Christ.
third speaker, Dr. Abraham
Many tears were shed, but
Jules of the Northeastern
they were all tears of joy. We
Conference, followed with
know that the angels were
Holy Ghost inspired sermons
rejoicing in heaven because
over the following weekend.
several persons chose to be
The climax of the series took Several individuals made their commitment to Christ through baptism as
baptized during the altar call.
a result of a series of meetings held at the Devonshire church during the
place over the final week
Many more stood and commonth of May.
of May and was led by Dr
mitted their lives to Christ,
Alanzo Smith of the Greater New
of New Generation, a group of chobut chose to study in preparation for
York Conference. This was indeed a risters comprised of members of the baptism. It was evident that on June
Spirit-filled and Spirit-led week as
St. George’s and Devonshire church- 3, 2006, in the house of the Lord,
people began making decisions to
many had chosen Christ to be the
es. As the speaker began to present
follow Christ. They responded to
victor over their lives.
his final words for this crusade, no
the theme song “Yes, Lord, yes, to
one knew the impact that this serLaureen C. Bassett, member
Your will and to Your way.”
mon would have on their lives.
Devonshire church
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ATLANTIC UNION
Degree in Chaplaincy—If you are a working adult who wants to specialize in
chaplaincy ministries, a new master’s
degree in education with a concentration in clinical ministry (chaplaincy)
is now being offered. There are twice
yearly intensives—two weeks each on
campus—January and May. A 3-year
completion is possible and financial
aid is available.
Want to become a registered nurse? Been
told there is a 2–5 year wait to get
in? Right now there is NO WAITING
LIST for a limited number of qualified
applicants in the Associate of Science
in Nursing and RN to BS Completion
Programs. You may enroll as a parttime or full-time student in our
Web-enhanced RN to BS Completion
Program which is offered after 4:00
p.m., Monday-Thursday. Fall semester
starts August 29. Call (978) 368-2235
to begin the application process.
South Lancaster Academy Alumni Cruise
to Alaska, July 9-20, 2007. This time
we are heading for Alaska. 2 options
are being offered. A 7 day cruise only
from Vancouver, BC to Anchorage
(Whittier) or a 12 day Sea and Land
tour which continues on to Denali
via glass domed train where we
spend 2 nights, then to Fairbanks
for 2 additional nights. For more
information contact our travel agent:
Kathy Rice at (215) 412-8367, e-mail:
[email protected]. Also contact June Harris, at (978)368-1667,
e-mail: [email protected].
Space is limited, please call soon.
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OUT-OF-UNION
Come and reminisce with old school
friends from DAA/PVA/SRA at the alumni
gathering at Dakota Adventist Academy,
Bismarck, N. Dak., Oct. 6-8. Honor
classes: ’02, ’97, ’87, ’82, ’77, ’67, ’57,
’52, ’47. Contact Judy Liebelt, alumni
president, at (701) 428-3382, if you
have any questions.
University Adventist church in East
Lansing, Mich., 50th year celebration.
Sept. 15-16. Roger Coon, pastor in
1967, will be the speaker for the
worship service. Church Web site for
more information: www.universitysda.
com. If you plan to attend, e-mail:
[email protected].
George P. Stone Elementary School will
celebrate its 30th year of providing
multi-grade experience for elementary teachers under the direction of
the education department at Union
College. Special events marking the
occasion will be held Aug. 27-31 in
Lincoln, Neb. Former students, staff,
and student teachers are encouraged
to send stories and pictures of their
time at the school. Information can
be sent to the Division of Human
Development at Union College or
e-mail: [email protected],
attention: Dr. Joseph R. Allison,
principal.
Sunnydale Adventist Academy Alumni
Weekend—October 5-8. Honor
classes are: ’56, ’66, ’71, ’81, ’86,
’91, ’96. Activities start with the
Silver Showcase, Thursday evening,
Oct. 5. For additional information
call (573) 682-2164 or visit Web site:
www.sunnydale.org.
Have you considered moving to the country?
We are inviting families, workers, and professionals to join us in the
beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont, home of the Barre Seventh-day
Adventist Church and Central Vermont Academy. We will assist you in
your search for housing and for local jobs available with SDA employers.
We have a growing, active church district with Pastor Bob Rice and an
on-site radio station (WJLP-LP) broadcasting 3ABN 24-7.
For information and assistance contact Ron Kowalkowski at
[email protected] or call 802-318-8359.
ADVENTIST SINGLES
MINISTRIES RETREAT
Camp Cherokee
August 23–27, 2006
Activities Include: boating, canoeing, surfing, sailing,
tennis, hiking, swimnming, horsebackriding, basketball,
and more.
Guest Speakers include: G Edward Reid from the
NAD Stewardship department, lecturer and author of
books such as READY OR NOT, and IT’S MY MONEY, ISN’T IT?
A health seminar is also being offered by Peter Carstens.
This seminar can include a 2-day juice cleansing treatment for an additional fee. For more information on this
seminar call Carmen Gonzalez at (315) 468-6915.
Musicians: The Lopez Sisters from Albany, New York
Fees: August 23–27: $140
August 25–27: $70
Don’t miss out on a great time! Registar now. (Deadline: Aug. 3)
Name: _________________________________
Address: _______________________________
_______________________________
Phone No: ______________________________
Mail Registration to:
Singles Ministries, New York Conference, 4930 W Seneca
Tpk., Syracuse, NY 13215. Make checks payable to New
York Conference – Singles Ministries.
Adventist Singles Ministries is active in New York!
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ATLANTIC UNION ADVENTIST MEDIA PRODUCTION TRUCK
Annual Offering
August 12, 2006
A special offering will be taken in all churches in the
Atlantic Union for the Atlantic Union Adventist Media
(AUAM) production truck on August 12, 2006.
Thank you for joining members around the Atlantic
Union in support of this media ministry.
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October 19–22, 2006
Delegates: All current Master Guides or
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Convention highlights – relevant seminars •
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Clifford R. Goldstein
Editor
Adult Sabbath School
Bible Study Guide
Joseph K. Grieboski
President
Institute on Religion
and Public Policy
Bob Kyte
General Counsel
Office of the
General Conference
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There is no registration cost to attend the meeting.
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Public Affairs and Religious
Liberty Department (PARL)
www.atlantic-union.org/attorneys2006.htm
Correspondents
Bermuda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sheila Holder, [email protected]
Greater New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Alanzo Smith, [email protected]
New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kim Kaiser, [email protected]
Northeastern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trevor Baker, [email protected]
Northern New England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lynn Ortel, [email protected]
Southern New England . . . . . Frank Tochterman, [email protected]
Atlantic Union College . . . . . . . . . Cindy Kurtzhals, [email protected]
Parkview Adventist Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public Relations
Atlantic Union Conference Departments
President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donald G. King
Vice President, Haitian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vice President, Hispanic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leon D. Thomassian
Treasurer, Associate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trevor S. Forbes
ASI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astrid Thomassian
Children’s Ministries, Associate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jerrell Gilkeson
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Communication, Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ednor A. P. Davison
Community Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disabilities Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charlotte L. V. Thoms
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astrid A. Thomassian
Education, Associate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jerrell Gilkeson
Family Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William L. Wood
Health Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Human Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Russell E. Wecker
Ministerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Donald G. King
Ministerial, Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ministerial, Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Personal Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trevor S. Forbes
Plant Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manfred H. Suckert
Prayer Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Prison Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Public Affairs/Religious Liberty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Charles Eusey
Revolving Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clifford O. Pope
Sabbath School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leon D. Thomassian
Sabbath School, Associate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carlyle C. Simmons
Stewardship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leon D. Thomassian
Trust Services/Inner City/Loss Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leon D. Thomassian
Women’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charlotte L. V. Thoms
Youth Ministries/Pathfinder/Adventurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William Wood
Local Conferences and Institutions
Bermuda: Jeffrey Brown, President; Kenneth Manders, Secretary; Derek R.
Furbert, Treasurer. Office Address: Box 1170, Hamilton, Bermuda. (441) 2924110. Web site: www.tagnet.org/bdaconf
Greater New York: Dionisio Olivo, President; G. Earl Knight Secretary; Richard
Marker, Treasurer. Office Address: 7 Shelter Rock Rd., Manhasset, NY 11030.
(516) 627-9350. Web site: www.greaternewyork.org
New York: Stan Rouse, President; Angel Rodríguez, Secretary; Doug Falle,
Treasurer. Office Address: 4930 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215.
(315) 469-6921. Web site: www.nyconf.com
Northeastern: Trevor H. C. Baker, President; Larry Bailey, Secretary; Ebenezer
Agboka, Treasurer. Office Address: 115-50 Merrick Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11434.
(718) 291-8006. Web site: www.northeastern.org
Northern New England: Mike Ortel, President; Merlin Knowles, Secretary;
Robert Sundin, Treasurer. Office Address: 91 Allen Ave., Portland, ME 04103.
(207) 797-3760. Web site: www.nnec.org
Southern New England: Frank Tochterman, President; Whitford Shaw, Interim
Secretary; Merle Greenway, Treasurer. Office Address: 34 Sawyer St., South
Lancaster, MA 01561. (978) 365-4551. Web site: www.sneconline.org
Atlantic Union College: George P. Babcock, President; 338 Main Street, South
Lancaster, MA 01561; (978) 368-2000. Web site: www.atlanticuc.edu
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ATLANTIC UNION GLEANER
55 WEST OAK RIDGE DRIVE
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740
CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
“As long as time shall last, we
shall have need of schools”
FUNDAMENTALS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, p. 359.
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND ACADEMIES
(HIGH SCHOOLS) IN THE ATLANTIC UNION CONFERENCE
BERMUDA
Bermuda Institute (K-12)
South Lancaster Academy*
South Shore
Springfield
CONNECTICUT
Wachusett Hills Christian
Central Conn. Adventist Virtual Warren
Fairfield County
Worcester
Hartford Area
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Laurel Oaks
Amesbury
Maranatha Regional
Cady Memorial
MAINE
Estabrook
Forestdale
Kellogg
North Star Christian
Pioneer Junior Academy
Pine Tree Academy (K-12)
NEW YORK
Riverview Memorial
Bronx
MASSACHUSETTS
Bronx-Manhattan
Bayberry
R. T. Hudson
Berea
Brooklyn
Berkshire Hills
Bethel
Brockton Area Academy
Brooklyn
Browning
Brooklyn Temple
Cedar Brook
Central Brooklyn
Edgewood
Excelsior
Greater Boston Academy*
Flatbush
Hanson Place
Hebron Bilingual
Long Island
Bethesda
South Bay Junior Academy
Whispering Pines
New York City
Northeastern Academy*
Queens
Greater New York Academy*
Jackson Heights
Jamaica
Linden
Eastern
Kingsbury
Livingston
Middletown
Pearl River
Poughkeepsie
Westchester
Oakview Preparatory
Westchester Area
Western
Arthur S. Maxwell
Bay Knoll
Buffalo Suburban
Dexterville
Frontenac
Jamestown
Mohawk Valley
Parkview Junior Academy
Rochester Junior Academy
Union Springs Academy*
Southern Tier
RHODE ISLAND
Lincoln
VERMONT
Brownell Mountain
Central Vermont Academy (1-12)
Green Mountain
St. Johnsbury
* Grades 9-12 Schools
For more information visit our Web site at www.atlantic-union.org/education.htm

Aug06 Gleaner.indd - Atlantic Union Conference

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