December 2001

Lake Union Herald DECEMBER 2001

Orion and Beyond

Contents Editorial 2

Editorial: Hope for the Homeland

3

Operation Amigo: Dominican Republic Mission Report

Hope for the Homeland

4 New Members 6 Lake Union Pathfinders: Orion and Beyond

9 Maranatha Convention 10 Teen Mission Reunion 11 Letters from New York 12 Under Arrest 13 Creative Parenting: A Storybook Christmas?

14 Exploring God’s World: The Bearded Dragon

15 Adventist Health System Midwest Region News

16 Andrews University News 17 Education News 18 Local Church News 20 World Church News 23 Mileposts 26 Classified Ads 28 Announcements 30 eXtreme Grace 31 Profiles of Youth Cover

by Gordon L. Retzer, Lake Union Conference President

esus is the only real hope for our homeland. We are all praying for our country

J

and our leaders; yet prophecy predicts that it will ultimately come down to Jesus who assumes responsibility for homeland security. Remember? “They

shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” That’s

why we call Him Savior.

One evening when I picked Cheryl up after her 12-hour day of nursing

ministry, she told me about one of the deliveries she had. It was the first baby for the young couple, and things weren’t going well. In fact she described how the

cord was wrapped around the baby’s neck and it was life and death. The little mother was screaming in fear. The excitement they had felt became a nightmare

in the delivery room. “Was her husband with her,” I asked. “He was in a corner of the room, crying uncontrollably,” she said. “He was helpless,” she added. Unthinkingly and very “male-like” I responded, “It makes one wonder if

in circumstances like that it would be best for the husband and father not to be

present to have to see his wife go through so much pain.” “No, no, no—just the opposite!” I knew I had a revelation coming from my nurse wife. “The Dad needs

to be there to experience what his wife went through. That way, when they’re all delivered from the groaning, the fear, and the pain, they can enjoy the celebration together. That way their love is inseparably intertwined.” Cheryl’s right. The baby was finally born, and the celebration did erupt.

More than 1,700 Pathfinders from the Lake Union and Ohio gathered in Berrien Springs, Michigan, under the theme "Orion and Beyond" for the 2001 union camporee. Background image: the Orion Nebula as seen by the Hubble Space Telescope. Image courtesy of NASA and the Space Telescope Science Institute.

The Lake Union Herald (ISSN 0194908X) is published monthly by the Lake Union Conference, P.O. Box C, Berrien Springs, Ml 49103. Periodicals postage paid at Berrien Springs, Ml, and additional mailing offices. Yearly subscription price $7.50; single copies 50 cents. Vol. 93, No. 12.

POSTMASTER: Send all address changes to: Lake Union Herald, P. O. Box C, Berrien Springs, Ml 49103.

2 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

God with us—the manger story emphasizes. Immanuel. Not just outside the door, not in the waiting room, not at home by the phone. Jesus, God the

Father with us. Paul describes our world as a giant waiting room. In fact he says the whole creation has been groaning until now. In Romans 8:23 he speaks for all of us. We are “waiting for the redemption” that will deliver us. God is still

Immanuel, still with us, still in the delivery room. And we will enjoy celebration

by and by.

I know it’s not necessarily a song for the season, but I feel like singing, “My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.” Is there hope for the homeland? Jesus. And should we not, now more then ever, overflow with hope? People in the Lake Union need to know Jesus. We have a specific and

present truth vision for the months to come. I’ll detail the initiative in January.

We call it Hope for the Homeland. I know you’ll respond.

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Operation

Amigo

Dominican Republic Mission Report by Delmar Austin

had received before we left, we were able to provide gloves to those who were helping. We also were thankful we could share our lunch and supply of cold water with them. Some of our group stayed in the home of a wealthy non-Adventist, whose father passed away while we were there. The next morning we visited in the home and prayed with the grieving family. On the last Sabbath of the trip we had the first baptism inside the new church building. Even though the church was not completed, we brought

Mike Martinez, Milwaukee Central

'he Green Bay and Milwaukee Church pastor, had the privilege of churches joined together baptizing a woman who had been pre­ pared for baptism by the local pastor. February 8-18, for a short-term mission trip to the Dominican community people came over to thank Republic. Twenty-five members from us for what we had done. We talked these churches worked together on a together with them for over an hour new church building for a small while Carmen Ramirez, one of our village near Cotui, in the central part group members from Milwaukee who of the Dominican. Jay Faikel, a speaks Spanish, translated for every­ masonry contractor from Green Bay, one. Even though we had been there supervised work at the construction for only a little over a week, we truly site along with a local felt bonded to these warm church member. The and outgoing people. We appreciated the progress was slowed down work done by Luis by not having a cement Leonor, recently retired mixer or scaffolding, but Lake Union viceall the walls for the president, to coordinate church were completed. our mission trip. Luis Even though our group arranged for excellent couldn’t finish the church, meals, for our sleeping plans were made for arrangements, for our another group to go and transportation, and was a complete the project. A group of 25 members from the Green Bay and Milwaukee great tourist guide on a Along with the churches worked together on a new church building for a couple of excursions to small village near Cotui, in the central part of the Dominican building work that was Santo Domingo and the Republic. accomplished, our group beach at Nagua. had some special opportu­ A short-term nities to witness to the community. On mission trip is an opportunity to serve in a portable tank, filled it with water, the first Sabbath there, we went door the Lord doing good for others, to and proceeded with the service. A to door and handed out free Spanish meet new friends and church family, lady who had been studying with the Bibles and Steps to Christ. Those we to participate in the world mission of pastor and had been attending visited were very friendly and the church, and to have one of the evangelistic meetings was prepared hospitable and gladly accepted the greatest experiences of your life! for baptism. Mike Martinez, gifts we shared. Many community Milwaukee Central Church pastor, had people showed up at the work site Delmar Austin is the Green Bay the privilege of baptizing her. each day to watch the progress and Church pastor During the final Saturday night, even volunteered to help. Due to a while we were packing to leave, a special donation of work gloves we large group of church members and

T

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 3

New

Members

Wisconsin Ron and Julia Hornback were married in Houston, Texas. Since Ron was Roman Catholic and Julia was Methodist, they agreed that they needed to find a church upon which they both could agree. Ron wanted a church that, “preaches and teaches from the Bible.” They responded in 1993 to an Amazing Facts brochure from Brian MacMahon, and Ron was delighted. Julia was not so enthused, but she said, “If you’re going, I’ll go with you.” After a whirlwind, eye-opening Bible study experience, Ron and Julia were baptized. It was some days later

From left: Ron and Julia Hornback with Julia’s dad, Frank Atwater, and Robert Stauffer, Sheboygan Church pastor, who baptized Frank.

that Julia began to think of her Dad, Frank Atwater, back in Milwaukee, and her thoughts were filled with fear. “I was afraid Dad would disown me,” she said. In the next year, Julia and Ron visited her dad back in Wisconsin, and they tried to break it to him gently on Friday that they needed to find where the Adventist Church was located. “The what church?” Mr. Atwater inquired. Julia explained that she and Ron had become Seventh-day Adventists, and to her amazement, Dad simply said, “If that’s what you want to do ... ”

4 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

On that weekend visit in 1993, Frank Atwater told Julia, “When I can’t take care of myself, I want you to come and take care of me.” In June of 1999, that hope became a reality. When Ron and Julia moved back to Wisconsin to take care of Dad, he had relocated near Sheboygan. The Hornback’s would leave for church on Sabbath, and that was okay with Dad. But on Sabbath afternoon, they wanted to watch Ken Cox’s video evangelism and they were astounded when Frank enjoyed the tapes and asked for more. As Frank watched, the Holy Spirit brought spiritual growth into his heart. Frank was in the hospital this past spring with complications from diabetes. Robert Stauffer, Sheboygan Church pastor, had visited him in the home and was with him during the hospital stay. On one of the visits, Frank blurted out, “I want to be baptized, can we do it?” Pastor Stauffer was very happy to oblige. On May 19 Frank was baptized. I asked what his recommendation was for other seniors, even seniors with disabilities. Would you recom­ mend others to be baptized? Frank’s answer was a resounding, “Yes! Follow the Lord and be baptized in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.” James Fox, Wisconsin Conference communication director * * *

When Charisse Kendricks decided to go back to the University of Wisconsin to earn a law degree, the odds were stacked against her: Charisse is a single mom, no longer 18, and a Sabbath-keeping Adventist Christian Charisse tells the story of her friendship with Susan Schuster. “God brings friends into our lives for a reason. Susan was one of those

friends. We met at law school—two single moms with two children. Attempting to get a law degree is what someone in my position should have believed to be impossible. But, with God all things are possible.” “Initially, Susan reached out in friendship to me. I am grateful that she did because I was in need of someone in my peer group who could understand the struggles of single parenting.” Susan Schuster tells the rest of the story. “It was six years ago. We were both struggling law students, single parents, and over 20!! I was way over my head trying to survive law school, manage a home, a part-time business, and raise two young boys. “It was the worst time of the year— exam time. Exam time is a time of extraordinary stress and panic. There was a woman working in the computer lab. She was working seriously, but I could see that she was also stressed. It was Charisse! We found out quickly how much we had in common. “A week later Charisse greeted me again and we started to chat. I invited her to go out for a movie. She refused. Later, I asked her out for a drink. She refused. Instead she invited me to visit her church, and I refused.

Susan Schuster is baptized in Lake Monona, Wisconsin.

“Charisse invited me several more times until I finally gave in. How bad could it be? She seemed very normal. I did visit her church, and when the greeter hugged me at the door, I knew it was a good place to be. I stayed. I attended church on a regular basis for about a year and a half. All the while

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

our friendship grew, and I met many more new friends. “I witnessed a baptism at Lake Monona one cold and rainy day. Before I knew it I was being baptized, in Lake Monona on a cold autumn day. Charisse says, “God brought Susan into my life for a reason. We both needed one another’s friendship at a vital point in our lives—our law school experience. As our friendship grew, she would often say that I was an angel sent from God. Well, both of us know better now. But I thank God that not only will 1 have a friend for a life time, but for all eternity.” Charisse Kendricks and Susan Schuster, Madison Community Church members

then on dad and daughter were the first ones in the auditorium each night, even before mom, two aunts, and one uncle arrived. The truths were presented so clearly that soon the whole family wanted to be baptized. After the meetings ended, Jane, Vic, and Embriette attended a baptismal class taught by Joe Ikner, the Revelation Promises Hope Church pastor. Upon completion of the class, they arranged to be baptized. Embriette said it was awesome to see her dad, who was an atheist, now a believer in Jesus. She says she can’t explain the feeling that surged through her as she watched her dad being

Michigan One day during the summer of 2000, Laurie Le Pond, who lived in the Grand Rapids, area, received a flyer in her mailbox announcing an upcoming series of meetings called the Revelation Promises Hope Bible Prophecy Seminar, to be held at a local high school. Laurie then telephoned her sister, Jane Hyde, told her about the meetings, and asked whether she would like to attend them with her. Jane agreed to go, but she also wanted her husband, Vic, and her 13-year-old daughter, Embriette, to come with her. However, they weren’t very enthusiastic about the idea. Vic was an atheist who believed that all the Christians he knew were hyp­ ocrites, and Embriette thought the meetings would be boring, and that the preacher would be an old, gray­ haired man who talked in a monotone voice. So Jane attended without them. Jane enjoyed the first meeting so much that the next night she was eager for her husband and daughter to go with her. Reluctantly, they finally both agreed to attend. The preacher was David Asscherick from the Black Hills School of Evangelism, who is a 27-year-old, dynamic, enthusiastic speaker. As a result both Embriette and Vic “got hooked” on the seminar and didn’t want to miss a single meeting. From

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

From left: Embriette, Jane, and Vic Hyde have seen wonderful changes in their lives since they joined the Revelation Promises Hope Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

baptized. It was a miracle! She and her mother had been members of a church of another denomination, but Vic had resisted any connection with God. The family members testify that they have seen a lot of wonderful changes in their lives. Now they are all members of the Revelation Promises Hope Church. Bruce Babienco, Michigan Conference communication associate * * * * About a year ago my parents attended a series of evangelistic meetings held by Terry Nelson, Gaylord (Mich) Church pastor. At the end of the series, they made a decision to step forward in faith and be baptized. As time went on, I watched them grow spiritually, and because of their influence, I too decided to start going to church.

I enjoyed attending the Seventh­ day Adventist Church, and I found the biblical teachings to be very interest­ ing. I soon heard about the Magabook program, which is where academyand college-age students earn money during the summer for school tuition by selling Adventist books door-todoor. The program sounded interest­ ing, and so I decided to join. That was when my life became difficult. I was actually living two different lives—one for Magabooks and the other for sports. I loved sports, and I was very active in football and wrestling. I would work selling Magabooks for about two weeks, then I would leave to attend a summer sports camp. Then came wrestling. I had doubts about whether it was right to wrestle on the Sabbath, and so I wasn’t sure whether I should do it or not. But then something happened that made the decision for me. During the first tournament that was held on Sabbath, I injured my back. That put me out of wrestling for most of the season, which ended just as a series of evangelistic meetings began in Gaylord. The meetings were being held by the evangelistic team of Dan and Kay Collins, and I decided to attend.

From left: Jim Coulter stands with Terry Nelson, pastor of the Gaylord, Central Lake, and Boyne City church­ es.

By the end of the series, I had made my decision to be baptized. I am now living a completely different life, for which I feel very grateful and blessed. Jim Coulter as told to Penny Coulter, Gaylord Church communication leader

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 5

by Reggie Johnson

Dark, heavy clouds came up and clashed against each other. The atmosphere parted and rolled back; then we could look up through the open space in Orion, whence came the voice of God. The Holy City will come down through that open space. Ellen G. White, Early Writings, page 41.

athfinders from around the Lake Union gathered in Berrien Springs, Michigan, to look up and to look forward. They looked up at the wonders of the night sky, specifically focusing on the constellation Orion, and they looked forward to the soon return of Christ. “The beautiful Orion in the night sky includes the Great Nebula, the center star of the sword,” said Terry Dodge, Michigan Conference Pathfinder director and coordinator for the camporee. “Our friend Jesus will come through this Great Nebula with His angels to take those who love Him home to live

P

6 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

with Him. What a space ride we have to look forward to!” More than 1700 participants came from 101 different Pathfinder clubs in the Lake Union and Ohio, and were involved in everything from marching in a parade to exploring the cosmos with guest presenter Jim Burr, an astronomer and telescope-builder from Denver, Colorado. Originally scheduled for September

13-16, the Lake Union Pathfinder Camporee took place a month later, October 18-21, at the Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds. The events of September 11 forced the camporee coordinators to make a quick decision on whether or not to continue with the scheduled event as originally planned. “The conference youth directors, Pathfinder personnel, and conference administration felt that safety, sensitivity to families wanting to be together immediately following the attack, and sensitivity to America and those grieving, provided the rational for postponing a few weeks,’ said Gordon Retzer, Lake Union Conference president. “We’re thankful most clubs were able to make the adjust­ ment.’ “The turnout was less because of the change in schedule,” said

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Dodge. “There were some who were not able to attend, who would have liked to, due to conflicting schedules,” he said. “We lost a number of people because of that.” “They enjoyed the speakers, the activities—they just had a great time!” said Dodge. The theme of the camporee, “Orion and Beyond,” sought to direct the participants’ attention to the return of Jesus. Jennifer Kromrey, a member of the

washing police cars for the local department, raking leaves at individu­ als’ homes, and even helping out with the pets at an area animal shelter. Pedro Perez, Berrien Springs Village Church youth pastor, was the commu­ nity service coordinator for the weekend. “The idea is simply that you give them service to do so that they can make a tangible difference; they can make an impact on people’s lives,” said Perez. “Service is a core of Pathfinder thinking. It’s a part of the pledge.” And the response from the Pathfinders was great. “There was more interest than there were opportunities,” said Perez. Among the attrac­ tions at the camporee was a half-size scale model of the Old Testament sanctuary complete with repre­ sentations of the original artifacts, a priest, and two live goats. The sanctuary was built by Larry Dal son, “Project Word” coordinator and owner of Dalson Enterprises, to be used in Vacation Bible

historians, with thousands of items and lots of information from Adventist youth and Pathfinder history. Participants got a chance to meet renowned artist Nathan Greene, from Eau Claire, Michigan. Greene displayed many of his pictures, varying from paintings of Jesus to illustrations of space shuttles that he has done for NASA. He also signed autographs and met with the Pathfinders during the camporee. James Black, North American Division youth ministry and Pathfinder director, was the opening­ night speaker, while Keith Gray, a seminary student from Andrews University, spoke on Friday night and Sabbath. Greg and Kim Taylor of Fruitport, Michigan, led out in music for the meetings. Seventeen drill teams competed in drill events where they were judged on a percentage basis. To be considered a “Number One” team, a group had to score 90% or better in the contest. The top honors for drill teams went to the Glenwood Survivors (Michigan Conference), Hinsdale Phil-Am Challengers (Illinois Conference), Cleveland Champs (Ohio Conference), New Jerusalem Vanguards (Lake Region Conference), and the Frederic Northern Lights (Wisconsin Conference), all of whom were rated as “Number One” teams. Several clubs attending the Camporee participated in the chal-

David Tasker, a seminary student at Andrews University, Berrien Springs, plays the role of a priest at the half-size scale sanctuary, complete with two live goats.

Dairyland (Wisconsin) Doers said she came to meet new people. “I’m just here to meet friends, hang out, and have a good time,” said Jacob Watson, of the Owosso (Michigan) Satellites. The Pathfinders also got a chance to do some hands-on service. On Friday, several groups went out to do volunteer work, including some landscape work at a nearby park,

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Schools and church settings. There was also a “Pathfinder Museum” courtesy of Arnold and Dixie Plata, North American Division Pathfinder

An adventurer helps prepare the “burnt offering” out front of the model sanctuary

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 7

Arnold Plata, Pathfinder historian, shows some items in the Pathfinder Museum to members of the Niles (Michigan) Rising Stars.

lenge to create campground entryways that reflected the theme, “Orion and Beyond.” “The creativity of our Pathfinder clubs was evident in the many displays,” said Mike Bilbee, Ohio Conference assistant Pathfinder director and judge for the contest. Some of the examples were: a tent with a telescope inside and several

the Pathfinders were greatly appreciated as they added much to focusing on the theme,” said Bilbee. And no one left empty-

A drum corps leads the way with great enthusiasm as the Sunday parade gets underway.

scenes on the walls of the tent, a black-lit display with the stars of Orion, a fishnet with starfish in the shape of Orion suspended overhead, as well as many others. “The efforts of

8 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

“The purpose I see of our camporee is to bring young people together so that they can see the large number of young people other than just their small club, and to help them to focus their attention on Jesus and things above,” said Dodge. And the campo­ ree apparently achieved this goal with over 100 requesting baptism and hundreds more coming forward for rededication. Perhaps Philip Roberts of the Pioneer Memorial Church (Michigan) Evergreens, summed it up best: “Camporees are fun to come to.” “We praise the Lord for the hundreds of young people who made

Pathfinders gathered for field events on Friday, ranging from kicking a football through the uprights to using a three-person slingshot to fire a water balloon at a target 200 feet away. This Pathfinder must depend on others for balance while he “walks” the wooden framework forward.

handed, as each club received a trophy commemorating the camporee and it’s theme of “Orion and Beyond,” and each Pathfinder received a commemo­ rative patch and a pin.

decisions to love Jesus with all their hearts,” said Retzer. Reggie Johnson is a Lake Union Herald communication intern.

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

The Vision Is Undimmed Maranatha convention held in Glorieta

What you are doing is evangelism.” An average of 2,400 new members join the Adventist Church each day, often in areas of the world least able to finance church building projects. Paulsen said, “Failure to provide new believers with a church home leads many to fall away from their faith in the months following an evangelistic outreach program.” Lake Union members of all ages coming from each of our five confer­ ences have gone as short-term missionaries on Maranatha projects around the world. They have built churches and schools, held evangelis­ tic meetings and Vacation Bible Schools, participated in medical and dental clinics, and have given of their time, money, and energy. The message from the convention is that the events of September 11 have not changed the mission of Maranatha. “Maranatha is built around helping volunteers become involved in church and school building projects around the world,” said Maranatha’s president, Don Noble. “The basic core of

have to give them a home. You have to provide them with a place for meeting and worshiping.” ince it was established in 1969, Paulsen continued, “(Maranatha) is by John Freeman, then of an invaluable partner to the church. Berrien Springs, Michigan, You can build schools, you can build Maranatha volunteers have built more places in which people can worship. than 1,600 churches, 150 educational You can build structures that have and evangelistic centers, and has multiple functions and purposes. The mobilized more than 50,000 volun­ Lord needs you to finish the work. teers who have worked in 61 coun­ tries. What is surpris­ ing is that half of those volun­ teers are 20 years of age or young­ er. John Freeman, Mara­ On Sabbath afternoon a special program was Did natha founder, carried broadcast by 3ABN and ACN from Glorieta. The you the flag of the Ba­ program was a fast-paced showcase of proj­ know hamas during the ects and interviews. Dick Duerksen, program that opening ceremonies of host, interviewed Jan Paulsen, General the convention held at Conference president, and Don Noble, when the Glorieta Conven­ Maranatha president. you go tion Center near Santa as a Fe, New Mexico. Mara­ At the close of the Sabbath natha afternoon meeting, groups short-term missionary to build a gathered together to pray for church, what you are actually doing the Lord to continue to bless Maranatha, the volunteers, and is evangelism? It’s true! At least that the projects as together all work is what Jan Paulsen, General to fulfill the commission of tak­ Conference president, thinks. He ing the gospel to all the world. spoke at the recent Maranatha convention in Glorieta, New Maranatha is taking the gospel to the Mexico, saying, “Growth is more Karen Larsen, Maranatha’s vice-pres­ world. ” than just simply running an evangel­ ident of projects, interviewed William For more information about istic campaign, as valuable as that Scipio, a student from Baltimore, Maranatha and how you can become a Maryland, who told of his experi­ is. What do you do when you’ve short-term missionary, visit Maranatha ences as a Maranatha volunteer baptized new believers and you’ve working on building projects in on the web at: www. maranatha.org . brought them into the church? You

BY THE EDITOR

S

Nicaragua and Costa Rica.

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 9

Teen Mission Impact 20-year Reunion Daniel Lewis, M.D., from Berrien Springs, greets David Mayor, M.D., from Hinsdale, Illinois. Both are alum­ ni of Teen Mission Impact.

by Glenn Hill

uring the last two decades of the 20th century, more than 575 Michigan Pathfinder teens and adults have participated in mission outreach trips to the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Nearly 100 of them came to Michigan’s Camp Au Sable, August 16-19, to reminisce and praise the Lord for His accomplishments through them.

D

Leo Ranzolin, General Conference vice president, points to the “points of light” on the Hispaniola map, indicat­ ing where clinics have been held by the Teen Mission Impact groups.

Keynote speaker was Brazilianborn Leo S. Ranzolin, General Conference vice president who was formerly General Conference youth director for ten years. He said that Michigan’s Teen Mission Impact was the only program of its kind in the world. Begun in 1981 by the late M. Y. Fleming, then Michigan Conference

10 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

Pathfinder director, Teen Mission Impact has continued each year to the present. Since 1990 they have been under the direction of Terry Dodge, who replaced Fleming as Pathfinder director after his retirement and organized the 20-year Teen Mission Impact reunion. Most of the trips were to the Dominican Republic, but in 1983 and 1984 the groups went to Haiti instead. Typically the Pathfinders and their leaders were accompanied by health professionals, including doctors, nurses, dentists, optometrists, and opticians. They conducted eight or nine health clinics each year in various parts of the island. At the Camp Au Sable reunion, a large map of Hispaniola was displayed with tiny light bulbs indicating where the clinics were conducted. During the 20 mission trips, it is estimated that more than 60,000 people were helped with glasses, medicines, vitamins, tooth cavities filled, and bad teeth extractions. Under the watchful eyes of the health professionals, many of the Pathfinders gained hands-on experience in checking eyes and selecting corrective glasses for those needing them, assisting with dental patients, and giving out vitamins along with health hints for better living. A recurring theme during the reunion reminiscing was how the care givers gained much more than they gave. For many it was a life-changing experience that has given direction to the rest of their lives. They were impacted by the warm friendliness of the people they came to benefit, who had few material things but enjoyed life’s simple blessings. At the reunion’s final devotional on Sunday morning, Chris Sorensen

shared how his Teen Mission experi­ ence led him to prepare for a lifetime of ministry. Recently graduated with a degree in theology and newly married to Shannon (Caza) Diamantoplos, Chris will soon go to North India accompanied by his bride to begin new work with Adventist Frontier Missions. Others decided to study to become health professionals so they could

All of the Dominican Conference pres­ idents, with Terry Dodge (left) and Luis Leonor (right), sport Teen Mission Impact tee shirts.

combine the physical and spiritual in their ministries. Most Teen Mission Impact participants caught a new vision of how they could live more meaningful and fulfilling lives by constantly reaching out to help others. Heaven with eternal life in God’s presence will be enriched by fellow­ ship with those who are there because teens and adults cared enough to go and share. On December 25 the 2001 Teen Mission Impact group will leave once more for the Dominican Republic. For information, contact Michigan Pathfinder director Terry Dodge. Glenn Hill, now retired, is a former Michigan Conference communication director

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

From: Mark Regazzi Sent: Sunday, November 04, 2001 7:08 AM Subject: We are in New York

Dear Lake Union Family,

One week ago today, Mark and I were walking our legs off in search of an apartment. Our prayer was to find an apartment that day, that it be in an apartment building with a nice entryway and elevators, that the rent would be affordable, and that we could move in immediately. After six miles of walking (Mark was wearing his pedometer), and having seen a dozen different apartments, we narrowed our choice down to two and went back to the hotel to pray about those two places. It quickly became obvious that we really only had one choice, the one in the 12-story building with the doorman and elevators. Most all of the furnished rental apartments on the upper west side are in brownstone buildings. The realtor showed us a couple of apart­ ments that had the look of places you would see in a “Little Women” movie, on nice quiet residen­ tial streets and very near Central Park. And she really questioned our logic in wanting to be in “one of those noisy highrise places.” Our address is 205 W 54th St., Apt. 4D, NY, NY, 10019-5525. The apartment isn’t fancy, but very nice, and we feel comfortable to invite those we are meeting over for a meal. We figure that we can have people over four or five times a week here. So, we are very comfortable carry­ ing out our own “residential friendship ministries.” We have started by telephoning people we know in this city who are or were Adventists. Please pray as we break bread together and talk about the “Bread of Life” in a new way that these people’s hearts will be receptive to Jesus. Mark is also contacting two friends from his high school graduating class.

We are making the Church of the Advent Hope our local church. The Church of the Advent Hope is a multi-ethnic congregation seeking to meet the needs of the young dedicated professionals in the church and those outside the church whose needs are not being met. Samir Selmanovich, the pastor, is very tuned into the needs of his congregation. So, church begins at 11 o’clock, then there’s a lunch break (soup, crackers, and fruit), followed by Sabbath school, or as we did yesterday, an hour of praying for New York together. The members are still grieving their losses; one has only to look around the congregation during the services and notice those who are quietly crying. We are meeting for lunch with Samir on Tuesday to see how we can best help him and the congregation. Please pray for us that we may have that personal walk with Jesus that will enable us to know what to do and when to do it. Pray also for the people in the other 83 apartments in this building. Unlike Berrien Springs where it is possible to meet people out in their yards or at the local hardware store, here there are no yards. If you are not in the elevator at the same time peo­ ple come and go, you never see them. Pray for us that we will find creative and appropriate ways of meeting the precious souls in our building. God bless, and thank you for your financial and spiritual support. In His Peace and Power,

Mark and Lydie Regazzi

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 11

Under Arrest! Youth in Cuba shared their faith, even while they were under arrest.

by Giovanni Zaldivar

Giovanni is a teenager living in Cuba. He knows what it is like to be put in jail. When he was 11 years old, he was arrested. n anticipation of the upcoming evangelistic meetings, my pastor printed some invitation cards for members to give their friends, family, and neighbors. At that time Cuba’s government was more strict about religion than it is now. People could attend church and worship God, but the government did not want churches trying to convert people to their faith. On Sabbath afternoon while our parents were in choir practice, four girls and I decided to give out invitations to the meetings. We walked a few blocks down a side street, giving invitation cards to the people we passed, those who sat on their porches, and people at a local children’s park.

I

Under Arrest One man sitting on a bench at the park called my friends and me over to where he was sitting. “What are you giving out?” the man asked casually. I gave the man one of the cards and invited him to come to the meetings. The man looked at the card for a minute, then told the youth, “It is against the law to give out religious literature in Cuba. Where are your parents?” “They are in church, a few blocks from here,” I answered.

12 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

“I am going to have to arrest you,” the man said as he stood up. Then I noticed that the man was wearing a military uniform. “You cannot arrest us,” I said, amazed. “President Castro said that we have religious freedom in Cuba.” Nevertheless, the officer took us to the police office, at the edge of the park, where he made a telephone call. “We will wait here for the police to come and take you to jail,” the man told us.

Tell Our Parents Several times we asked the officer to let us tell our parents where we were going, but the officer did not respond. Then I saw a woman from the church walking by. I called to her, and she approached us. I explained that we had been arrested for giving out invitation cards, and asked the woman to tell our parents what had happened. The woman retraced her steps to the church to report our arrest. Soon a police officer arrived and took us to a youth detention center. At the police detention center we were searched, and police took the remaining pamphlets that we carried. We were put into a room with an officer who took our names, address­ es, and the names of the schools we attended. He hinted that our arrest would be reported to our school and could affect our chances to attend college one day. Some of the girls became worried. Would our effort to honor God really mean the end of our education?

Searching for the Youth Meanwhile the woman returned to the church and told the members what had happened. The choir practice immediately became a prayer meeting as the believers sought God’s protec­ tion for us. The pastor and my mother went to the central police station and demanded to know where we were. At first the police said they did not know, but the pastor insisted that the police find us immediately. After a few phone calls, the officer told them where we were.

Inside the room at the juvenile center, some of the girls began to cry. We had been kept locked up for several hours without food or water. It was almost sunset, so we began to sing. Then, from down the hall, I heard my mother’s voice. She was arguing with the officer who had arrested us. After several minutes another police officer came in and told us we were free to go. But when we asked for the invitation cards back, the police refused to give them to us.

Hidden Contraband Relieved, we walked out of the detention center and started toward the church. That’s when I pulled some invitation cards out of my sock. Smiling, I told the others, “When I realized they would search us, I slipped these into my sock. And when the police weren’t looking, I put some into the drawers of the desks at the police station.” On the way back we stopped just long enough to give out the remaining cards, then hurried toward the church, where the members were waiting to learn of our fate. We were surprised at how many members had gathered to pray for us. Everyone listened with rapt attention to our story. Then we prayed once more, thanking God for keeping us safe. We also prayed for the officers who arrested and guarded us, that God would direct them to come to the church and hear His message of freedom in Christ. My friends and I hope that we are never arrested again, but we are willing to face arrest if it is for sharing our faith with others. This quarter, part of the Thirteenth Sabbath Offering will help build a church on the campus of the Adventist seminary in Havana, additional chapels throughout the country, and establish a youth camp in Cuba. Giovanni Zaldivar is a senior in high school. He would like to study engi­ neering and help build churches in Cuba.

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

CREATIVE

PARENTING The Christian perspective for a happier, healthier home life

A Storybook Christinas? by Susan E. Murray

hile this isn’t the easiest time of the year to build your marriage, remember that the first Christmas included a love story of Mary and Joseph and the drama of becoming a family. What an enchanting, true story of God’s creativity. What are your expectations for the holiday season? Are you expecting perfection? If so, you’ll likely be disappointed, for storybook Christmases are reserved for the pages of storybooks! Sadly, too many people have a picture of what the holidays should be like and then experience a great let down when they don’t turn out that way. It’s important to consider if we have a false image of what’s going to happen and to be prepared to have some joy as well as some disappointment. One key to happy and meaningful holidays is to figure out what’s important to you and your family and then see what you can do. Here are some ideas you may want to consider: * First, list your holiday activities, then organize and set priorities. The experts tell us to be more choosy, not to spin our wheels on little things that don’t matter in the long run. Then we can say “Yes” to the important and “No” to other less important activities.

W

Don’t expect a relationship to work in December if it doesn’t work the rest of the year! * Decide with your family which Christmas traditions are most meaningful, and see if there are some things you

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

want to do differently. For example, if you have always traveled hundreds of miles to be with certain family members, do you want to do that this year? While tradi­ tions are very powerful in building meaningful relation­ ships, there are times to step back and reevaluate, to be intentional in how you choose to continue rituals and traditions. For many people, holiday rituals hold both the fondest and most depressing memories of childhood. Can you make adjustments for your children’s changing needs, or your own, or does living up to someone else’s expectations take precedence? Team up with your family. Working together as a family can cement your relationships and help you feel more positive about each other. What you are saying and doing today, and what you have been saying and doing all year long, are important ingredients in having a happy holiday season. Don’t expect a rela­ tionship to work in December if it hasn’t been working the rest of the year. * Most would agree that gifts are great, but more important is the time and energy you spend build­ ing relationships with your family. Today American families spend an estimated 3 to 4 percent of their annu­ al income on Christmas presents. The gift ritual—strate­ gizing, shopping, purchasing, wrapping, and present­ ing—is one of the most nerve-wracking and exhausting aspects of the holidays for many people. Can you list all the things you have received for Christmas, or have given your children, for the last three years? Most likely not. A couple I know asked one of their adult sons to recall for them his favorite Christmas ever. Interestingly, he chose their simplest Christmas. Also interesting was that he couldn’t even remember what his gifts were that year. Right now is a good time to sit down and evaluate your own expectations about the upcoming activities for the holidays. You may not have a storybook Christmas, but with intentional thought, planning and preparation, it can be a most meaningful one!

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 13

The Bearded Dragon And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels fought back. But he was not strong enough and they lost their place in heaven. Revelation 12:7, 8

he Bearded Dragon is a resident of Australia, where it lives in sparse forests, deserts, and along the shores. This two-foot-long lizard has a large head, whiplike tail, and a body covered with spines. It certainly deserves the name “dragon”! The body of the Bearded Dragon is bulkier than that of other lizards, and it can withstand greater temperature extremes. During the cool morning hours, the reptile turns its back to the sun and flattens its body to receive as much of the sun’s warmth as possible. As the day grows warmer, the Bearded Dragon begins to hunt. As the temperature increases, the animal may run along on its hind legs, creating a breeze and exposing less of its body to the heat. Eventually, however, the lizard must find shade in which to spend the hottest hours of the day. Toward the end of the day, when the air begins to cool, the lizard emerges, raises its tail to keep it off the still-hot ground, and moves around on the toes of its forelegs and the heels of its hind legs. It faces the sun to reduce the heat striking its body. In spite of its large size and ferocious appearance, the Bearded Dragon prefers to hide from danger rather than fight. When cornered, it swells its neck pouch, opens its mouth to show the yellow inside, and hisses to scare off predators and rivals. How different this dragon is from the one in our text! The Bearded Dragon is harmless, but Satan is a bold, deadly enemy who continuously tries to bring about our eternal loss. How good it is that Jesus, the “Sun of righteousness” (Malachi 4:2), has made it possible for us to defeat him, too.

T

Exploring God./ World

With James and Priscilla Tucker

Try this In humans, the part of the brain called the hypothal­ amus contains sensors that monitor body temperature. Our bodies sweat to keep cool and shiver to keep warm. Sometimes how we sense hot and cold can be deceiving. To find out how this can happen, get three glasses. Fill one with hot water and another with ice water. Fill the third glass with water that feels only slightly cool, then let it sit for ten minutes to come to room temperature. Place the glasses so that the one with the hot water is on the right, the one with the room-temperature water in the middle, and the one with the ice water on the left. Put the index fingers of both hands into the water in the middle glass. Hold them there for about a minute. Then put the right finger in the glass with hot water and the left one in the glass with ice water. What do you feel? Now put both fingers back into the glass in the middle. What do you feel? Most people are comfortable at about 72° F. But if you walk into an air-conditioned room after being outdoors in 80° heat, you feel chilled. And if you walk into a room heated to only 68° after being outdoors in 35° weather, you feel very warm. After a few minutes, your body temperature stabilizes, and in both cases you feel the real temperature of the room. Just as your experience with the glasses of water, your perception of hot and cold is subjective, or personal, and has nothing to do with the objective (scientifically measured) temperatures involved. So. perception can lead to deception.

From My Father s World: 52 Bible-based Interactive Object Lessons Based on Nature, by James A. and Priscilla Tucker. Ask for it at your local ABC, or order it from I.O.M., Box 670, Niles, MI 49120 for $17.50 plus $4.50 shipping/handling.

14 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

Now YOU CAN SEND NEWS TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

6 Adventist "

Health System

W' Midwest Region

First Sabbath Depicted in GlenOaks Hospital’s “Pinnacle of Peace” The mission of GlenOaks Hospital, a member of the Adventist Health System Midwest Region, is whole person care. GlenOaks CEO Brinsley Lewis feels the staff and Christian atmosphere sets GlenOaks apart from other hospitals. Now the hospital has an original oil painting by world-renowned Christian artist Nathan Greene hanging in its lobby to illustrate Artist Nathan Greene (right) discusses his mural “Pinnacle of Peace” with this message. Adventist Health System Midwest Region leaders (from left) Jonathan Leach, The framed mural, “Pinnacle of Peace,” regional administrative director of ministries and mission; Brinsley Lewis, depicts the first Sabbath. Greene noted, CEO, GlenOaks Hospital; and Ernie Sadau, CEO, AHSMR. “People often say my work is idyllic in nature. When God created the earth it was postpartum experience. “You’ve carried the painting for nine idyllic.” This is one of the few scenes from the Bible the Andrews months, and then you give it up for adoption.” In preparation University alumnus has been commissioned to paint. for the painting, he spent three to four months researching ref­ “Paintings have an opportunity to convey the mission of erences for animals, flora and fauna. He used photos he took the hospital—the belief system of the whole organization— at the San Diego Zoo and Potawatamie Zoo near his home in without saying a word. You’ve heard the saying, ‘A picture is Michigan as models for the animals. The figures of Adam and worth a thousand words.’ I hope this painting will be a sermon Eve and Christ were models he already had selected for a pre­ on the wall that will remind all that walk past it that God has vious work. always been here and always will be. I hope it reminds them First he created a preliminary sketch with all the details he of the importance of the Sabbath. This was a gift to all mankind wanted in the painting. The actual creation on canvass took and always will be,” said Greene. five months to paint. The work has an encompassing sense of The dedication of the painting culminated a Week of harmony and brilliant colors illustrating the beauty of nature, Spiritual Emphasis at GlenOaks Hospital. Jonathan Leach, a lion next to an okapi, and the sense of peace Adam and Eve regional administrative director of ministries and mission, said, had while walking in the Garden of Eden with the Creator— “Peace is something longed for in our country right now and the ultimate Pinnacle of Peace. in our homes.” Lynn Larson, Adventist Health System Midwest Region s The artist explained his emotions at the unveiling as like a Lake Union Herald correspondent

The staff and Christian atmos­ phere set GlenOaks apart from other hospitals.

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

John Rapp, Hinsdale Church senior pas­ tor, and Tom Williams, AHSMR vice pres­ ident (right), view the painting in the lobby of GlenOaks Hospital.

The artist autographs postcards of “Pinnacle of Peace. ”

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 15

Andrews University Campus-wide Open House Sunday, Oct. 14, the Andrews University campus shined its shoes and put on its brightest smiles to welcome the com­ munity and to showcase all the institution has to offer at the first-ever campus open house. The event was in conjunction with the 100-year celebration of Andrews University resid­ ing in Berrien Springs, Mich. Visitors were encouraged to take horse-drawn trolley tours of the campus, browse the WAUS radio station, purchase seasonal produce at the Farmer’s Market, and tour the scholastic side of the uni­ versity at the Academic Fair in conjunction with College Days. One of the highlights of the day was a panel discussion titled, “9-11-01: What Does It Demetra Andreasen poses with the cut-out image of Mean?” Panelists included her husband President Oystein LaBianca, Randall Niels-Erik Andreasen dur­ Younker, Marciana Popescu, ing the campus open Abraham Philip, and house. Melchizadek Ponniah and served to shed light on the cri­ sis in Central Asia. The day was completed at a concert given by Maurita PhillipsThornburgh, soprano, and Peter Cooper, pianist. “This was a wonderful way to get community members here who may have lived near Andrews for years and never been on our campus,” said Tami Martinez, University Relations direc­ tor. “It was our privilege to host them, and we hope they will continue to experience all we have to offer.” Katie Shaw, University Relations

Seminary Ribbon-cutting Ceremony “I’ve been waiting for seven years to welcome you to this program,” said Niels-Erik Andreasen, Andrews University pres­ ident, to a crowd of more than 400 people at the dedication ceremony for the newly-renovated and expanded seminary build­ ing. “When I started my tenure at Andrews, I was informed right off that the seminary building needed to be remodeled, and since then it has been my agenda to accomplish that.” Because renovations continue in the seminary’s chapel, the Oct. 6 dedication ceremony was held in Pioneer Memorial Church, followed by a tour and open house of the seminary

16 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

A group photo was taken of the seminary dedication atten­ dees as they gathered in front of the new building for the ribbon-cutting ceremony

building itself. “It is an honor to see such a large and diverse crowd here to celebrate the dedication of this building to God’s serv­ From left: Gerry Karst, Andrews ice,” said John University board chairman and General McVay, semi­ Conference vice president; Matthew nary dean. Bediako, General Conference secretary; If you’d and Pamela Strachan, seminary student like to keep representative, cut the ribbon during the abreast of hap­ dedication of the new seminary building. penings in the seminary and view pictures of the renovation and expansion project, visit “The Moving Times,” an informal e-letter, at www.andrews.edu/ SEM/news.html. Katie Shaw, University Relations

BSCF Alumni Weekend The Black Students Christian Forum (BSCF) alumni cele­ brated its 31 st year of being a part of the Andrews University experience Oct. 5-7. This marks the 21st annual homecom­ ing weekend on the campus of Andrews University. Weekend highlights included music by T. Marshall Kelly and dynamic speaking by John Nixon, both from Oakwood College. An African diaspora on black education also took place during the weekend. BSCF alumni sent $700 to the Northeastern Conference for the New York City disaster relief fund to aid the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks, $ 100 of which was raised by the student organization on campus. Philip DeLeon

Now YOU CAN SEND NEWS TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Education News

Academy Student Benefits IA Project Indiana — Two thousand dollars is a lot of money for a high school student, and could be spent on any number of things. Jonathan Meharry, a junior at Indiana Academy, has chosen a different sort of investment for the money he has acquired in recent months. Jonathan has been blessed with a wonderful musical talent, which he most often expresses through the piano keyboard with his own arrangements. Jonathan and his parents, Clinton and Joan Meharry, who pastor the Anderson, Ind., district, decided that the experience of planning and producing a CD would be a positive educa­ tional experience, and would encourage Jonathan in his musi­ cal growth. The CD, which is entitled “Our God is an Awesome God,” was produced at Gaither Studios in Alexandria, Ind. Meanwhile, the Indiana Conference launched a capital cam­ paign called “Commitment 2002: The IA Project.” The goal of the project is to raise $2.5 million dollars for improvements to the Indiana Academy campus, culminating at Indiana

Academy’s 100th anniversary celebration in the fall of 2002. As Jonathan and his parents considered oppor­ tunities provided by the “Commitment 2002” venture, they felt Jonathan Meharry was inter­ impressed to donate the viewed by Leslie Stahl for a profit from the sales of CBS News segment entitled Jonathan’s CD toward the “Education First.” project. The CD has been sold at the local Adventist Book Center and through direct mail from Indiana Academy. In addition, several copies were sold and offerings collected at a number of concerts presented by Jonathan throughout Indiana and at locations in California and Wisconsin. The total proceeds from CD sales and offerings to date are $2,000. News of Jonathan’s project has attracted media attention in central Indiana. The Anderson Herald-Bulletin newspaper devot­ ed a full-page article of text and photographs about Jonathan’s unique undertaking in a recent Sunday edition of the news­ paper. In addition, the CBS television affiliate in Indianapolis, WISH TV 8, produced a feature report about Jonathan for their series entitled Education First. The television piece was aired two times on newscasts during a recent weekend. Beth Bartlett, Indiana Academy administrative assistant

Tri-City Junior Academy Academy Chicago Adventist Academy Troy Adventist Elementary Grayling Elementary Chicago Adventist Statement of Compliance — The Seventh-day Adventist Village Adventist Elementary Great Lakes Adventist Church, in all of its church-operated schools, admits stu­ Fairhaven Elementary Elementary Academy dents of any race to all the rights, privileges, programs and Mizpah Elementary Greater Lansing Adventist Warren Junior Academy activities generally accorded or made available to students Waterford Elementary Peterson-Warren Academy School at its schools; and makes no discrimination on the basis of Harbor Lights Elementary Wilson Junior Academy race in administration of educational policies, applications Peterson-Warren Woodland Elementary Hastings Elementary Elementary for admission, scholarship or loan programs, and extracur­ Sharon Junior Academy Holland Elementary ricular programs. Wisconsin Conference South Suburban Elementary Ionia Elementary Bethel Junior Academy Ithaca Elementary Branch Elementary Illinois Conference Indiana Conference Michigan Conference Jackson Elementary Eau Claire Elementary Alpine Christian Elementary Aboite Christian Elementary Adelphian Junior Academy Kalamazoo Junior Academy Fox Valley Elementary Ledges Elementary Alpena Elementary Beverly Hills Elementary Adventist Christian Frederic Elementary Metropolitan Elementary Andrews Academy Academy Broadview Academy Green Bay Junior Academy Mio Elementary Champaign Elementary Adventist Learning Center Ann Arbor Elementary Mount Pleasant Elementary Hillside Christian Battle Creek Academy Downers Grove Elementary Cross Street Christian Elementary Munising Elementary Battle Creek Elementary Elementary Hinsdale Adventist Lakeland Elementary Muskegon Elementary Benedict Memorial Cicero Elementary Academy Madison Elementary Niles Elementary Elementary Hinsdale Adventist Evansville Elementary Northview Adventist School Maranatha Elementary Blue Water Elementary Elementary Indiana Academy Meadow Creek Elementary Oak Hollow Christian Cedar Lake Elementary Joliet-Lockport Elementary Indianapolis Junior Milwaukee Junior Academy School Charlotte Elementary Lake County Elementary Academy Oakwood Junior Academy Petersen Elementary Eau Claire Elementary Marion Elementary Lucille Lutz Elementary Pine View Elementary Onaway Elementary Edenville Elementary Pleasantview Elementary North Aurora Elementary Rhinelander Elementary Edith B. Garrett Elementary Outdoor Education North Shore Junior LaPorte Elementary Richland Center Elementary Owosso Elementary Escanaba Elementary Academy Richmond Elementary Sunnyside Elementary Petoskey Elementary South Bend Junior Academy First Flint Elementary Peoria Elementary Thompson Lake Christian! George Sumner Elementary Pine Mountain Christian Richland Bridge Elementary Terre Haute Elementary Wisconsin Academy School Glenwood Union Sheridan Elementary Woodland Adventist School Lake Region Conference Prattville Elementary Elementary Springfield Elementary Ruth Murdoch Elementary Thompsonville Christian Calvin Center Elementary Gobles Junior Academy Traverse City Elementary Grand Rapids Junior Elementary Capitol City Elementary

Lake Union Seventh-day Adventist Schools

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 17

Local Church News

Together We Did Wisconsin — In September 1998, the Wisconsin constituen­ cy voted to build a new cafeteria for Wisconsin Academy. The cost of this project would approach one million dollars—a stag­ gering task for a conference of 6,400 members. The project was code-named, “Together, We Can.” Don Corkum, Wisconsin Conference president, projected that with God’s blessing, the funds could be in hand by October of2001 and the project completed by the end of that year. At the beginning of October, the project was short by $ 100,000 of being completed, and there was no funding for the “state of the art” computer center to be constructed in the basement of the cafeteria. By Oct. 4, Corkum and Brian Hamilton, Wisconsin Conference executive secretary and treasurer, felt impressed to go forward with finishing the project even though the funds were not in hand. At 8:15 a.m. that morning, Corkum met with me and said, “It is time for us to move forward with this proj­ ect.” By 10:00 a.m., the morning mail was sorted, and an unex­ pected check was placed on Corkum’s desk for $42,000. A faithful business person in the conference had higher than expect­ ed profits and felt impressed by the Lord to help with the Academy cafeteria. $58,000 to go! The following Monday, an individual asked for an inter­ view with Brian Hamilton. When the individual entered his office, a case with $58,000 in cash was presented to Hamilton for “Together, We Can.” It was a lifetime worth of setting aside bills for a “rainy day,” and the Lord had impressed this indi­ vidual to help with the academy cafeteria. Hamilton and Corkum eagerly waited the Executive Committee meeting which was to come that Thursday! They knew that the members of the committee would be thrilled that the Lord had supplied the means through faithful Christian stewards for the building project to be finished on schedule. As they made their presentation and rehearsed God’s prov­ idence, praise to God rang out from a multitude of voices. One member of the committee interrupted the reverie with a direct question, “But what about the computer lab? How much will that cost?” When told that this would cost approximately $30,000, the committee member indicated that the Lord had impressed him, and the money was pledged to finish the lab before year’s end. We were counseled may years ago that, “All of His bid­ dings are enablings.” God has proved this true in Wisconsin. With the Holy Spirit directing us, “Together, We Did!” James Fox, Wisconsin Conference communication director

18 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

Fire trucks and ambulances were parked outside the Lansing Church one Sabbath in October, causing concern in the neighborhood. However, those who asked about them were delighted to learn that the firefighters were there to be honored for the sacrificial services they provide for the community.

Lansing Church Honors Firefighters Michigan—The Lansing Church honored two local fire depart­ ments for their service to the community on Sabbath morn­ ing, Oct. 13. The special worship service was attended by more than 20 firefighters, family members, and office staff from the Delta and Eaton Township fire departments. The service had been planned for several months, but with the events of Sep.l 1, it took on a whole new meaning. We wanted these men and women to know that we appreciate the work they do and will support them with our prayers through the uncertain days ahead.” The service featured a Pathfinder color guard, patriotic music led by the Greater Lansing Adventist School Bell Choir, and a memorial service to remember the rescue workers who lost their lives in the World Trade Center disaster. Students from the church school prepared a PowerPoint presentation, readings, and posters to honor the firefighters. The serv­ ice concluded with the presentation of pins to each of the guests, a stand­ ing ovation by the con­ gregation, and the singing of “God Bless America.” According to Vic Hilbert, Delta Township After the ceremony, firefight­ fire chief, the area fire­ ers were asked for their auto­ fighters have been hit very graphs by some of the hard by the recent events Lansing Church members. in New York City. “We feel honored to be here,” Hilbert said at the close of the serv­ ice. “We want to thank you for your outpouring of love and support during these difficult times.” The Lansing Church is working hard to build a positive rela­ tionship with its surrounding community. This past spring the church also honored its local law enforcement officials. It is our goal to be an active participant in the life of our commu­ nity in order to transform it by God’s grace. David Yeagley, Lansing Church pastor

Now YOU CAN SEND NEWS TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Pastor and Congregation Join Church Illinois—Anew Seventh-day Adventist congregation is being organized in Cairo, Ill., thanks to an African-American pas­ tor who discovered the seventh-day Sabbath in his reading of the Bible, then studied Voice of Prophecy (VOP) lessons on the Internet, and sealed his decision while watching “The Midnight Cry” evangelistic series by satellite last fall. Philip Matthews was raised in a conservative Protestant church and made a decision for Christ in his youth. His inter­ est in personally studying Scripture was rekindled in 1990, and he discovered the continuing importance of the Ten Commandments. When his pastor declared one Sunday that not all the com­ mandments were in force today, Matthews challenged him. After fruitless discussion, Matthews and a small group began meeting each Sunday at his sister’s home. Matthews led out as pastor. He became aware of Adventists, but wasn’t ready to become a member. Late in 1997 while searching the Internet for Bible studies, Matthews found the Voice of Prophecy's Discover Bible guides. He was immediately hooked and completed the 26 lessons in a short time, following them with studies from Amazing Facts. Matthews soon realized that everything he was learning agreed with what he had already read in the Bible. The group meeting at his sister’s home had continued to expand, and in August 2000 he told her that he believed God wanted them to contact an Adventist church. A local elder put them in touch with Wayne Coulter, Illinois Conference pres­ ident. Coulter visited the Cairo group and brought them a set of Discover videos. He also arranged for them to view the VOP’s satellite evangelistic series, “The Midnight Cry,” by Kenneth Cox that was just beginning in Chicago. Matthews and several others made the seven-hour trip from Cairo to Chicago for one weekend of the series, and by the end of the evangelistic meetings, 17 were ready for baptism. A dozen more were baptized during the next few months. The Voice of Prophecy has helped these new members set up a local Discover Bible school, enabling them to reach out to friends and neighbors in the 5,000-person community with the same study materials that helped them. Several people in two other churches in Cairo have begun keeping the Sabbath. The home church can no longer accommodate all who want to attend, so the new Adventist group has purchased proper­ ty. The conference is assisting them in planning a fellowship hall that will serve as a church until they can raise funds for a sanctuary. Eldyn Carr, Voice of Prophecy public relations director

Building Addition at South Haven Michigan — Walt and Betty Schwersinske from Florida spent their summer at South Haven helping church members to com­ plete construction of a new addition to their church. They call it their local Maranatha project because they are volunteering their time and skills. The addition was begun by church mem­ ber Mike Hill’s construction crew of volunteers working each

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Sunday, but Walt and Betty worked at the building site sev­ eral days a week. Walt is a retired industrial arts teacher from Western Michigan University who has had experience with house build­ ing crews in the past. The couple lives in Florida during the winter, so they are hoping that the building will be complet­ ed before they return home. To help make this happen, they even enlisted the help of a Christian friend who is not a mem­ ber of the Adventist Church to assist in working on the addi­ tion for one week. The South Haven members feel they have been truly blessed with the extra hands and hearts of Walt and Betty, since the project has taken longer to complete than Betty and Walt Schwersinski from Florida volunteer their time to help they had expected. put up siding on the new addition to They would also the South Haven Church . welcome anybody who desires to volunteer their building skills and assist in the project. The church will provide overnight lodging, a place to camp if that is preferred, and meals. You can make arrangements by call­ ing David Reed, head elder, at (616) 637-8617. June Mitchell, South Haven Church communication leader

Mission Institute Prepares John Kim for Mission Service Berrien Springs, Mich. — The Institute of World Mission has been operated by the General Conference on the campus of Andrews University for the past 30 years. Training pro­ grams are conducted there twice a year. Other training pro­ grams are held annually at Loma Linda University, in Europe and Australia, and every other year in Africa and Asia. The institute not only trains missionaries, but assists the various departments of the church with training in cultural diversity and understanding. John Kim of Berrien Springs, Mich., recently completed the intensive missions preparation training program offered by the Institute of World Mission at Andrews University. For two and a half weeks, John prayed, studied, discussed, and experienced cross-cultural missions together with other missionaries-in-training. He explored the spirituality of missions, cultural anthropology, cross-cultural living, cross-cultural witnessing, and conducted a serious study of Tamuning, Guam, in preparation for his service there. The program pre­ pared not only the adults but also the children who will be serving as missionaries. Pray for John, as he serves Jesus as an ophthalmologist at the Guam Adventist Clinic in Tamuning. Institute of World Mission

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 19

Detroit Koreans Hold Yard Sale to Raise Funds Michigan —The Community Service department of the Detroit Korean Church sponsored a series of yard sales held on two Sundays in June and reached its ambitious target of raising more than $2,000 for their chosen mission projects. Though rain had threatened the first week, the second week dawned clear and cool, and tons of customers poured onto the front yard of our church where all kinds of household items, clothing, furniture, books, shoes, toys, and electronics were displayed. Health bread, egg rolls, and other Korean foods were also avail­ able for purchase. With God’s help, we easily sur­ passed our target of $2,000. The Commu­ nity Service members had organized this fund-raising Detroit Korean Church members held a big sale in front of their church to activity to help raise funds for two special projects. these two proj­ ects: The Korean Adventist Youth Abroad Missionary Movement (KAYAMM)

Almost every year, the Detroit Korean Church has been send­ ing young student missionaries abroad through the KAYAM M project, and this year we are sponsoring three college students— Hau-Jung Pak, Kelly Baek, and Judy Namm—as missionar­ ies. The University of Michigan Campus Ministry program

In January the Michigan Conference established a ministry on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor with Samuel Koranteng-Pipim as its first director. It is esti­ mated that there are more than 200 Adventist-related students and professors on the campus. In order to minister to them and to expand the mission field, the first secular campus church was established. The Korean young people from our church are an essential part of this cause. Julie Namm, one of our college-age church members, is working closely with Pipim and his team as pres­ ident of the Campus Adventist Student Body to spread the Adventist message on the university campus. We firmly believe that this ministry is very important to keeping our brightminded young people in God’s hand. We hope our small con­ tribution will help the campus ministry program grow quick­ ly and win many young people to fill the ranks of the future Adventist workforce. We strongly encourage other churches to consider what part they too can play in supporting these important mission endeavors. Myung Namm, Detroit Korean Church communication leader

20 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

WorldChurchNews

ADRA Continues Assistance to Refugees Pakistan [Adventist News Network} — Thousands of Afghan refugees, crowding in camps along the Afghan border west ofPeshawar, Pakistan, are receiving water, blankets, and tents from the Adventist Development and Relief Agency International (ADRA). “ADRA’s goal is to provide immediate shelter and blan­ kets and to supply water to the Afghan refugees before the winter season begins in this part of Pakistan,” says Frank Teeuwen, ADRA International bureau chief for disaster pre­ paredness and response. The onset of colder weather is rap­ idly approaching, when temperatures can drop to 50 degrees below zero Fahrenheit. Two and a half million Afghan refugees have already fled to an area near the border town ofPeshawar. As conflict con­ tinues, this number is increasing. Local authorities anticipate they will need to establish another 100 refugee camps. With the failure of crops in the countryside, the population of Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, has risen dramatically from 750,000 to 2 million over the past year. It is estimated that children make up about half of the total population in Kabul. For more information about ADRA, visit www.adra.org. Norma Sahlin

Youth to Make Mark in New York City Nov. 5, Silver Spring, Md. |>47V7V]— James Black, North America youth ministries director, says he is excited about the response of youth wanting to help out in New York. Already 700 youth have registered for a week-long program to help with the church’s coordinated relief effort. Hundreds of Seventh-day Adventist youth have registered to spend a week in New York City helping in the church’s coordinated relief effort in the wake of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The youth-led project “We Care-NYC” starts this week and continues through May 5, 2002. Youth leaders want to both step up the Adventist presence in the city and highlight the overall “We Care” theme of the project. Students 18 and older will be working with the Red Cross. Others will be talking with people on the street, clean­ ing parks and apartments—“whatever needs to be done,” say organizers. The project is a joint venture of the North American church’s youth department, the Center for Youth Evangelism, and the Adventist Church in the Greater New York and Northeastern regions. Participants in “We Care-NYC” will stay in apartments, schools and gyms. They will pay their own way—$275—to come to New York for one week to help out in the relief effort. Ansel Oliver

Now YOU CAN SEND NEWS TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Adventists Produce NBC Christmas Show

Adventist Media Productions from the Adventist Media Center in Simi Valley, Calif., will manage all aspects of video­ taping the program. Kevin Emmerson of Adventist Media Productions helped arrange for Sandi Patty, for example, and we’re finding that she is a big draw for the program. C.A. Murray, Northeastern Conference commu­ nication director, is planning the pro-

Silver Spring, Md. — For the second time in seven years, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has been asked to produce a Christmas worship program for a major network in the United States. In 2001, the Adventist Church will produce “The Greatest Gift” for NBC. In 1994, the Adventist Church produced “A New Noel” for ABC. This year’s 60-minute program will feature music by the Harlem Boys Choir, Sandi Patty, Wintley Phipps, and the Brockton Advent Children’s Choir from Brockton, Mass. The featured speaker will be Rear Admiral Barry Black, an Adventist who is chief of chaplains for the U.S. Navy. The program will be taped at the Ephesus Church on Manhattan in New York City on Nov. 25. Another highlight of the program will be a reading of the Christmas story by people Sandy Patti intimately involved in the Sept. 11 attacks TtlE GREATEST GIFT on America. Three fire fighters, apolice offi­ cer, an emergency room physician, and fam­ 2001 NCC CHRISTMAS SPECIAL gram with Ray Tetz of Mind Over Produced by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Morth America for the national Council of Churches ily members of those who died will share Media. Sherwyn Jack, Ephesus Church the story of Jesus’ birth—and of His tri­ pastor, will host the event and the pro­ Featuring Holiday Music by umphant return. The final passage of the Sandi Patty gram. Murray and Jack had contacts Grammy Award Winning Recording Artist Christmas reading will be Revelation 21, the with the Harlem Boys Choir, because Wintley Phipps World-renowned vocal artist story of the Holy City’s return to the New several of the key leadership people Founder and President of the U.S. Dream Academy Earth. It will be a very moving part of the are members of the Ephesus Church. The Harlem Boys’ Choir Christmas program. Seven years ago, the Adventist The Brocton Advent Children's Choir That’s the story everybody will hear about. Church produced “A New Noel,” the Christmas Reflections by Let me fill you in on some of the behind1994 Christmas program on ABC. That Rear Admiral Barry C. Black Chief of Havy Chaplains, Chaplain Corps United States Navy the-scenes details. We got this opportunity program was taped at Andrews With a special retelling of the Christmas Story by individuals affected by the 9-11 tragedies when we were asked by the National Council University and featured Dwight Nelson ofChurches of preach­ NBC affiliate stations don’t have to Christ if we ing; it carry everything that the network would be will­ had an produces, so the Adventist Church ing to pro­ au d ihas had to contact every station— duce another ence of most of them several times—to Christmas h u n encourage the stations to carry the show. As if dreds of program. TRANSDA, the Adventist there might be thouChurch’s media time buying serv­ some doubt! I ice and a part of the Adventist sands of said, “Of Media Center in Simi Valley, Calif., people. coordinated the placement of the course.” Owen program on NBC stations. This is The Adven­ Troy the flyer that they sent to stations. tist Church was the Rear Adm. Barry C. Black Wintley Phipps isn’t a memexecu­ ber of the National Council, but tive producer, and Adventist the church participates in the communication commission of Media Productions coordinated the videotaping then as well. the National Council. These opportunities to show our church “The Greatest Gift” will air on both Christmas Eve and and present our message on one of the major American net­ Christmas morning. NBC affiliates are likely to broadcast only works is a wonderful benefit of our participation with NCC. one of the two airings, so people will have to check local list­ Several communicators in the NCC Communication Council ings for the exact time and station. wondered how we could pull this off without a year or more Kermit Netteburg, NAD assistant to the president of preparation. It’s because we are ready with a talented group for communication of professionals in television work.

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 21

China—no longer a sleeping giant— is responding to the Adventist message!

In 1951, when the Adventist Church was expelled as part of the Cultural Revolution, there were some 23,000 members in the church in China.

For many years little or no information was known about the state of the church in China—until 1986, when research revealed that the number of Adventists had climbed to nearly 70,000. These members worship under strict surveillance, and the work of the church is closely monitored and watched. But God has blessed His church abundantly, and in China today, in spite of hardships and difficult circumstances, there are approximately 300,000 Seventh-day Adventists! The Adventist congregations in China are large and small, rural and urban. Many of the members, particularly in urban areas, are young people.

Every Adventist believer is a part of the community of believers in China. Your prayers help sustain them. Your offerings to World Budget and Sabbath School help support them and the mission work of the church around the world through many church outreach ministries. Your generous gift will make a world of difference. You can give to the World Budget on the second Sabbath of each month, or place an offering for World Budget in an offering envelope on any Sabbath.

ADVENTIST MISSION Seventh-day Adventist Church 12501 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, Maryland 20904 USA

Making a world of difference

Miamisburg, Ohio. The Carters are making their home in Winstem-Salem, N.C.

Mileposts Within the Lake Union the officiating pastor or church communica­ tion leader is responsible for submission of information to this column. Former members who now live outside the Lake Union may contact the conference communication director where their membership was held when they lived in the Lake Union to obtain the forms for submission. Milepost forms are also available at luc .adventist.org/herald/herald-submit.html. Conference addresses and phone numbers are in the masthead on page 31.

Weddings Amy G. Burkett and Robert J. Allen were married June 3,

2001, in Arpin, Wis. The cere­ mony was performed by Pastor Robert Stauffer. Amy is the daughter of Sara and Bill Burkett of Tucson, Ariz., and Robert is the son of Jack and Gracie Allen of Arpin, Wis. The Allens are making their home in Keene, Texas. Heather S. Draves and Paul K. Bergmann were married Aug.

26, 2001, in Kalamazoo, Mich. The ceremony was performed by Pastor James E. Micheff Sr.

Heather is the daughter of Loren Draves of Merrill, Mich., and Susan and Gene Fass of Bellaire, Mich., and Paul is the son of Paul and Edeltraud Bergmann of Berrien Springs, Mich. The Bergmanns are making their home in Berrien Springs. Carolyn S. Hall and James C. Carter Jr., were married June

24, 2001, in Centerville, Ohio. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Dan Hall. Carolyn is the daughter of Dan and Susan Hall of Ann Arbor, Mich., and James is the son of James and Denise Carter Sr., of

Obituaries BAKER, Lyle H., age 82; born Feb. 22, 1919, in Lowell, Mich.; died Aug. 28, 2001, in Grand Rapids, Mich. He was a member of the Ionia (Mich.) Church. Survivors include his sons, Richard L., Samuel C., and Marvin J.; daughter, Susan Sutherland; brother, Keith; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great­ grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by Pastor Karl Tsatalbasidis and Elder Robert Joseph, and interment was in Easton (Mich.) Cemetery.

BOETTCHER, Paul L., age

43; born July 15,1957, in Benton Harbor, Mich.; died June 18, 2001, in Niles, Mich. He was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, Mich. Survivors include his wife, Maria (Price); son, Joshua; daugh­ ter, Jessica; parents, Louis and Ella; brothers, Kurt and Mark;

We need you to share your spiritual passion and gifts with us as we reach out to Chicago’s western suburbs. The Glen Ellyn Seventh­ day Adventist Church is com­ mitted to growing a dynamic Christian fellowship in our part of the vineyard. Our worship style is contemporary. Our mes­ sage is the everlasting gospel. Contact Pastor Phil Johnson for information on worship times and service opportunities at (630) 894-0882;e-mail brephil@ juno.com.

and sisters, Jeanine Sillaway, Nanette Black, and Barbara Treas. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastor David Mitchell, with private inurnment. CANADA, Vernon B., age 49; born Aug. 24, 1951, in Fremont, Ohio; died June 25, 2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. He was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl (Claussen); sons, Bruce and David; daughter, Angela Hopkins; mother, Alma

“Many feel that it would be a great privilege to

visit th$ scenes of Christ’s life on earth, to walk where He trod, to look upon the lake beside which He loved to teach, and the hills and valleys on which His eyes so often rested. But we need not go

to Nazareth, to Capernaum, or to Bethany, in order

to walk in the steps of Jesus. We shall find His footprints beside the sickbed, in the hovels of

poverty, in the crowded alleys of the great city, and in every place where there are human hearts in need of consolation. In doing as Jesus

did when on earth, we shall walk in His steps.”

The Desire of Ages, p. 640.

INNER

Inner City Offering December 8, 2001 For a written report of Inner City work in North America, call (301)680-6437 or visit www.adventist.communityservices.org.

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

CITY

.inner

hope Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 23

Missionaries Needed in Korea Adventist native English speak­ ing volunteers; singles or cou­ ples (without children) who are college graduates with bachelor's degrees or higher to teach con­ versational English and Bible for one year or more at the SDA Language Institutes of Korea (teaching experience not neces­ sary—we train you). Volunteer missionaries are approved by the General Conference. Benefits include round-trip ticket, hous­ ing, utilities, insurance, and stipend. For more information contact Ray James, 40 Pleas­ ant Dr., Sutter Creek,CA 95685; e-mail jamegr@depot.net

(Harman); brother, Barney; and sister, Norma Putnam. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastor Dwight K. Nelson, with private inurnment. FELLOWES, George, age 66; bom Sept. 7,1934, in County Borough, Newport, Wales; died Aug. 8, 2001, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. He was a member of the Wisconsin Rapids Church. Survivors include his wife, Arleva (Reese); sons, George and Llewellyn; daughter, Cynthia Lecher; 5 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Charles Kohley and Elder Robert Burger, and interment was in Pioneer Cemetery, Saratoga, Wis. FISCHER, Robert E., age

76; born Jan. 27, 1925, in Eau Claire, Wis.; died July 13, 2001, in Eau Claire. He was a member of the Eau Claire Church, Altoona, Wis.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy (Powers); sons, Robert Jr., John, and James; daughters, Donna Burgess and Diana Bauer; brothers, Don and David; sister, RuthTaggatz; 10 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Arthur Miller, and interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Eau Claire, Wis.

Survivors include his wife, Thelma I.; sons, Wayne, Calvin, and Josh; daughters, Shelyn Minges and Dawn Hoffert; 15 grandchildren; and 2 great-grand­ children. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Philip R. Colburn, and interment was in Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek, Mich.

FREMD, Lorraine E. (Schneider), age 77; born July

INGERSOLL, Myrtle A. (Miller), age 89; born Jan. 5,

13, 1924, in Whitehall, Mich.; died Sept. 7, 2001, in Whitehall. She was a member of the Shelby (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her husband, Lawrence; sons, Harold and Donald; brothers, Owen and Harold Schneider; sisters, Arlene Stowe, Esther Peterson, Beverly Grumm, and Lvella Fetters; 6 grandchildren; and 13 great­ grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder Don Williams, and interment was in Oakhurst Cemetery, Whitehall. HIRSCH, Theodore, age 77; born June 24, 1924, in Brooklyn, N.Y; died Aug. 18,2001, in South Bend, Ind. He was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, Mich. Survivors include his wife, Lynda (Folsom); son, Ted W.; daughter, Karen L. Phelps; broth­ er, Charles B.; and 3 grandchil­ dren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Dwight K. Nelson, and interment was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs.

HOFFERT, George D., age 75; bom June 6,1926, in Carleton, Neb.; died Aug. 30, 2001, in Grand Rapids, Mich. He was a member of the Wyoming (Mich.) Church.

1912, in Spencer, Wis.; died July 21,2001, in Redlands, Calif. She was a member of the Eau Claire Church, Altoona, Wis. Survivors include her son, Lee; daughters, Naomi Ingersoll and Ruth Kretschmer; sister, Verna Bluedom; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Arthur Miller, and interment was in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire, Wis. PECK, G. Richard, age 83; bom Dec. 22,1917, in Buena Visa County, Iowa; died July 4, 2001, in Chippewa Falls, Wis. He was a member of the Eau Claire Church, Altoona, Wis. Survivors include his wife, Helen M. (Aebly); sons, David and Ozro; daughters, Diane Lentini and Avis Johnson; broth­ ers, Howard, Leonard, Willard, and Allard; sister, Joyce Soholt; and 9 grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Arthur Miller, and interment was in Prairie View Cemetery, Eau Claire, Wis. PLAPP, Jessie Mae (Brown)Taylor, age 86; born

Sept. 26,1914, in Noble, Ill.; died June 21, 2001, in Rochelle, Ill. She was a member of the Rock Falls (Ill.) Church. Survivors include her husband, Vance; stepson, Niles Plapp; daughters, Margie Phillips and

Janet Doseff; stepdaughter, Kay Shurson; sister, Margaret Wyatt; 8 grandchildren; 18 great-grand­ children; 10 step-grandchildren and 1 step-great-grandchild. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder John Jelen, and interment was in Prairie Cemetery, Noble, Ill. SHERMAN, Lucy L., age 86; bom Jan. 13, 1915, in Onaway, Mich.; died Apr. 3,2001, in Roger City, Mich. She was a member of the Onaway (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her sister, Enid Kaufmann. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Kevin Miller and Hubert Moog, and interment was in South Alice Cemetery, Onaway. YANCER, George A. Jr., age 46; born Nov. 16, 1954, in Saginaw, Mich.; died May 27, 2001, in Goodlettsville, Ind. He was a member of the Holland (Mich.) Church. Survivors include his wife, Deborah A. (Casey); sons, Matthew A. and Benjamin A.; daughter, Emily S.; parents, George A. Sr., and Janet F. (Weir); sisters, Ruth Ann Snow and Susan K. Yancer-Hatcher. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder Mike McKenzie, and interment was in Spring Hill Cemetery, Madison, Ind. ZEISMER, Martha R. (Bauer), age 101; born June 14,

1900, in Lincoln, Neb.; died July 29, 2001, in Lapeer, Mich. She was a member of the Lapeer Church. Survivors include 4 grand­ children and 7 great-grandchil­ dren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder Earl J. Zager, and interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lapeer.

LOCATED NEAR YOU Berrien Springs, Kalamazoo Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, Holland MI and Westmont IL

The Holidays are almost here and we're ready to help you with all your gift giving needs. Come visit our new web sight or give us a call on our toll free line. Watch for the opening of our new Cate

Dedicated to your healthy living (or over 25 years

24 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

1-800-BERRIEN AVNF.com

Now YOU CAN SUBMIT INFORMATION TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Our Portion oi the

GENERAL SESSION SPEAKERS

Don Schneider

Mark Finley

EQUIPPED TO FINISH THE WORK

Abraham Jules

Jose Rojas

Adly Campos

Ron Halvorsen

Walter Pearson

Jan Paulsen £

IT'S COMING! THE FESTIVAL OF THE LAITY

Our Portion of the

POWER EQUIPPED TO FINISH IW WORK

• • • • •

Motivation, Instruction, and Inspiration for Soul Winners Sponsored by the North American Division April 24-27,2002 Orange County Convention Center Orlando, Florida

OVER 100 SEMINAR CHOICES CELEBRATION OF SOUL WINNER TROPHIES NETWORKING AND FELLOWSHIP MARVELOUS MUSIC EXCITING EXHIBITS

The Exciting Details: $99 Registration includes all activities and meals $33 Daily Registration - no meals Convention and Hotel Registration available online at www.festivalofthelaity.com Hotel Registration by phone toll free 1-888-465-9815

For Convention Registration by mail: Tear off and send in the completed form below to:

Adventist Plusline P.O. Box 5005 Westlake Village, CA 91359-5005

Money orders, credit cards, and certified checks are welcome. No per­ sonal checks, please. Make check payable to the Festival Of The Laity. Please print your name (as it will appear on your name badge)

Address___________________________________________________________

City__________________________ State/Province______ Zip/Postal

Payment Method

□ Money Order □ Certified Check □ Visa

Card No.Exp. Date_____________

Billing address & card holder’s name (if different than above address)

Address___________________________________________________________ City

State/Province______ Zip/Postal

Authorized Signature:________________________________________________

ent-rich pulp. So easy! (800) 3488694; (573) 687-3014. -64412001,12

Classified Ads All ads must be sent to your local conference for approval. No phoned ads will be accepted. Allow at least eight weeks for publica­ tion. Fifty words maximum. No limit of insertions. Rates: $20 per inser­ tion for Lake Union church members; $30 per insertion for all others. A form is available on luc.adventist.org/herald/herald-submit.html for printing out and filling in your ad. Ads must be prepaid. Make money order/check payable to the Lake Union Conference. There will be no refunds for cancellations. The Lake Union Herald cannot be responsi­ ble for advertisements appearing in its columns, and reserves the right to edit ads in accordance with editorial policies. The Lake Union Herald does not accept responsibility for typographical errors.

Real Estate MOVING TO ANDREWS UNIVERSITY AREA? Call an

experienced, reliable, Adventist realtor, Rosie Nash, who is ready to help you make a smooth tran­ sition. Home and land choices available through area Multiple Listing System. Please contact me through the web at: www.realtor.com/SouthwestemMI/ Rosie Nash; (616) 471-4285; or e-mail: rosie@ andrews.edu. -6323-2002,04 COUNTRY LIVING near

Columbia, S.C. Woodland acreage that boarders the Adventist church, priced from $2,975 per acre. Contact Elder Peter Christako at (803) 7543847. -6434-2001,12 FOR SALE: Avon Park, Fla., Orangewood Acres, spacious liv­ ing. Dining, kitchen area, vault­ ed ceilings, sunroom, large mas­ ter bedroom, bath, walk-in show­ er, guest bedroom, bath, 2-car garage, attic. Polysteel con­ structed duplex. Amenities: sprin­ klers, mowing, club house, pool, shuffleboard, etc. Walker Memorial Church, K-12 acade­ my, Florida Highlands Hospital,

shopping, golf nearby. (863) 4535515. -6446-2001,12

For Sale RVs!! Adventist owned and oper­

ated RV dealership has been sav­ ing Adventists money for over 25 years. $8 million inventory—over 30 brands in stock. Courtesy air­ port pickup and on-site hookups. Satisfied Adventist customer list. Call toll-free (888) 933-9300. Refer to this ad for discount pric­ ing. Lee’s RV City, Oklahoma City. E-mail: LeesRVs@aol.com. -6306-2002,02 CHRISTMAS GIFTS: Did you

know that your gift-buying deci­ sions for the holidays just got eas­ ier? Go to www.adventistwitness wear.com for many different Adventist logo gift ideas. If you have questions, call (941) 2350271. -6426-2001,12 MAKE YOUR OWN MILK:

Make two quarts of delicious FRESH milk from almonds, cashews, coconut, rice, or soy­ beans (plus tofu) in minutes at a fraction of store prices. Instruction booklet includes additional recipes for waffles, burgers, and entrees from the fiber and nutri-

Fresh ideas for ministers and elders

At Your Service ARE YOU MOVING SOON?

Before you rent a U-Haul and do it yourself, check our price and save yourself the hassle. Plan ahead now and reserve a time slot. Fast, direct, and economi­ cal. Contact Gary Erhard, Erhard Furniture, 6681 U.S. 31, Berrien Springs, MI; (616) 471-7366 evenings 8-11 p.m. E.T. —63742003,02 SINGLES SERVICE: Pairing Adventists discreetly and confi­ dentially since 1987. We have a magazine format with personal ads plus enlightening and uplift­ ing articles. If you desire infor­ mation on abtaining friendship, fellowship, or companionship, mail a long (#10), self-addressed, stamped envelope to DISCOV­ ER, PMB #150-H, 14536 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE 68144. -6430-2002,10

EVERYONE CAN BE A WIN­ NER: PROJECT: Steps to

Christ offers a simple, effec­ tive, and affordable way for you to reach every home in your community through the bulk­ saturation mailing of Steps to Christ or The Great Controversy (abridged). For information, call (800) 728-6872. -64242002,03

study certificates in natural, nutritional, and herbal health. Learn how to live happily and healthfully, for career or self­ improvement. Free brochure: toll-free (888) 603-6383; e-mail: health@stepschool.com; web site: www.stepschool.com. -6442-2002,02 ASSISTED LIVING ADULT CARE HOME in Cadillac,

HARBOR PLACE RESORT

26 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

FREE COLLEGE SCHOL­ ARSHIPS: Private-sector funds

for undergraduate/graduate stu­ dents at accredited colleges/universities in USA regardless of GPA, finances, citizenship, or age. 300,000+ scholarships. No repayment. Apply early. Send $5 money order for application to Scholarship Service, 29435 Dorsey St., Sun City, CA 92586; www. sdamall. com/fundcol lege. -6419-2001,12 MOVING? Let Church Trucking, nationwide Adventist movers, lavish you with per­ sonalized attention. You will be treated like family with quality professional service and excep­ tionally low prices. For more information and FREE esti­ mates, call toll free: (866) 683MOVE (6683) or fax (530) 8870276. -6440-2002,01 HEALTH INSURANCE: Are you a Christian who’s being priced out of health insurance? Cut your healthcare expenses in half. Join 40,000+ Christians who share one another’s medical bills. Choose any doctor or hospital anywhere in the world. Check out non-profit Christian Care MediShare. For a free Guidelines book­ let, call toll free (888) 346-7895. —6445-2001,12

Vacation Opportunities STEPS TO HEALTH INSTI­ TUTE offers Christian home­

Mich., offers heart-smart and diabetic diets, spacious private rooms, and Christian staff, spe­ cializing in elder care. Please call (231) 829-3749 for bro­ chure. -6444-2002,02

www.ministerialassociation.<om

America family and opened in June of2001this year. Call (877) 582-4330 today! -—63952002,01

retirement and assisted living community in beautiful Port St. Lucie, Fla. Harbor Place is a part of the Life Care Centers of

ADVENTIST GROUP TRAVEL: 18-day holiday Panama

Canal cruise, sailing Dec. 12, Victor Fitch, host; 7-day Alaska cruise Aug. 2002, Morris Venden, host; Tahiti cruise spring 2003, Joe Melashenko, host; Australia/ New Zealand, including Avondale and Sunnyside, autumn 2003, Charles White, host. Mt. Tabor Cruise; (800) 950-9234; (503) 256-7919; mallen@renpdx.com. -6435-2001,12 BLUE DANUBE CRUISE from Budapest to Nuremburg, includ­ ing Vienna, Melk, Passau, and Regensburg plus land tours in Budapest and Prague; June 25-July 10, 2002. Price includes airfare from New York, full cruise, all sightseeing, land hotels, meals. Contact Dr. Merlene Ogden, (616) 471-3781 or (616) 471-3338; email: ogden@andrews.edu. -6436-2001,12

NOW YOU CAN SUBMIT INFORMATION TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Urgently Needed WANTED TO BUY/FOR SALE: 1 -10,000 used Adventist

books, pamphlets, songbooks, Uncle Dan and Aunt Sue tapes, and old catalogs of Adventist books for sale. For sale: new hard­ back, 10-volume sets of Uncle Arthur’s The Bible Story, $125 each. Please contact John at (616) 781-6379. -6448-2002,06 BOOKS WANTED: We pay

cash for Adventist books, hym­ nals, children’s religious books (non-fiction), readers, recordings, church directories, and more. Call (800) 732-2664 for information, or visit our Internet site at WWW.LNFBOOKS .COM. -6273-2002,01 SOUTHWESTERN ADVEN­ TIST UNIVERSITY seeks

dynamic, Seventh-day Adventist professors committed to teach­ ing. For a list of current open­ ings, please consult the NAD web site at www.nadeducation.adventist.org and access employment opportunities, higher education. -6437-2002,01

books (they do not have to be Adventist) in good or better con­ dition for a new student industry. Receive a tax-deduction and help a school industry at the same time. For information call (989) 4273518. -6379-2001,12 CHRISTIAN RECORD SER­ VICES seeks mission-minded

representatives to visit blind and raise funds in Dakotas, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Denominational benefits avail­ able. For information, contact Jay Hayek, 40696 190th Ave. N.W, Strandquist, MN 56758; (218) 689-7555. -6431-2001,12 ASSOCIATE DENTIST: Multi­

"If you desire to know God but have felt intimidated or turned off by much of the stuff that is out there, this is the book you must have." Dr. CHARLES E. BRADFORD, Retired President, North American Division of SDA s "An excellent masterpiece, a must read for every age group" Dr. L. ROO MCKENZIE, SDA Academy Principal "A tremendous blessing, this poignant book reaches the human spirit and answers many questions about God." Pastor HORACE BARKER, retired Minister

UNION COLLEGE SEEKS PLANT SERVICES DIREC­ TOR beginning Jan. 1, 2002.

AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL ABO or call 800 765 6955 imff.advejntistbPOktenter.tQm Also available at amazon.com

A.F.C. home in Cadillac, Mich., catering to the elderly, needs experienced person or couple to staff and assist manage. Apartment provided. Several churches and ten-grade school nearby. Beautiful country setting. Please call (231) 829-3749. -6443-2002,01 ADVENTIST HEALTH over­

UNION COLLEGE Plant

sees operations of 20 hospitals in Calif., Hawaii, Ore., and Wash. AH is seeking experienced RNs and new graduates for immedi­ ate placement in several hospi­ tals. Please contact Leonard Yost at (916) 774-3355; e-mail: yostjl@rsvl.ah.org; web site: www. adventi sthealth. org. -6297-2001,12

Services has employment oppor­ tunities for an electrician and a general maintenance/carpentry worker. Adventist applicants con­ tact Gary Bollinger, VP for Finance, 3800 S. 48th, Lincoln, NE 68506; call (402) 486-2502. E-mail inquiries to gabollin@ ucollege.edu. —6439-2001,12

ADVENTIST HEALTH is seek­ ing pharmacists and technicians

FLORIDA HOSPITAL COL­ LEGE seeks a chair for the

for immediate placement in sev­ eral hospitals. AH oversees oper­ ations of 20 hospitals in Calif., Hawaii, Ore., and Wash. Please contact Leonard Yost for more information at (916) 774-3355; or e-mail: yostjl@rsvl.ah.org. -6298-2001,12 USED BOOKS WANTED:

Great Lakes Adventist Academy is collecting used nonfiction

—A book about God’s love you will find hard to put down —A spellbinding, unique, provocative, inspirational journey —An ideal witnessing gift for family, friends, your doctor, hairdresser, mechanic, or that loved one you are praying for

office family practice in Oregon has immediate position available. Excellent salary, benefits and bonus for full-time dentist. Please contact Dr. Cedric Hayden, DMD, MPH, at (541) 736-3178, or email to CedricLeeHayden@ hfdg.com. —6432-2001,12

Experienced facilities manage­ ment and/or construction trades person preferred. Live in Lincoln Neb., a family-oriented city. Excellent Adventist educational facilities. Adventist applicants contact Gary Bollinger, VP for Finance, 3800 S. 48th, Lincoln, NE 68506; call (402) 486-2502; or e-mail gabollin@ucollege.edu. -6438-2001,12

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Small

MUST BE CRA < H. Schubert Palmer

Occupational Therapy Assistant Department. Requirements: mas­ ter’s degree, eligible for Florida licensure, and minimum of five years professional experience. Send letter and vitae (including three professional references) to Dr. Don Williams, Florida Hospital College, 800 Lake Estelle Dr., Orlando, FL 32803; email: don_williams@fhchs.edu. —6447-2001,12

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

bn.com. and godmnstbecrazy.comffor volume discount offer).

On September 11 we heard....

Morning’s Trumpet A brand-new book by

Lewis R. Walton Foreword by Pentagon Eyewitness Richard Walton

We always wondered what the world would look like before the Advent. Now we know.

At your ABC.

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 27

Announcements Churches, schools, conferences, institutions, and organizations may submit announcements to the Lake Union Herald through their local conference communication directors. An easy way to do this is to go to luc.adventist.org/herald/herald-submit.html and submit the announcement online. Readers may verify dates and times of programs with the respective sources, as these events are subject to change.

Andrews University www. andrews. edu Dec. 7—Welcome Christmas with the Andrews University choirs and symphony orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC). Together, these two popular Andrews groups will present the powerful and capti­ vating Puccini “Gloria.” Other works include the Parker and Shaw arrangement “Carol of the Birds,” Tschesnokoff’s “Salvation is Created,” Paul Stooky’s “Christmas Dinner,” Jackson Berkey’s “Gloria in Excelsis Deo,” and John Leavitt’s “Sanctus.” Works featuring the symphony orchestra will include Scarlotti’s Christmas Cantata with soprano soloist Julia Lindsay, Andrews University faculty and coordinator of vocal studies, and

Daniel Rodriguez, master of music student conductor. Also they will perform Vivaldi’s “Winter” from Four Seasons with violin soloist Mayra Urdaz, Andrews University master of music in violin performance stu­ dent, and Marcelo Caceres, mas­ ter of music student conductor. 8—Festive Evensong: Second Saturday Series, 8:00

p.m., PMC. Radiant music, vibrant word, and community fel­ lowship at this annual Christmas celebration you don’t want to miss! 8—Wind Symphony Christ­ mas concert, 8:00 p.m., Johnson

Gymnasium Auditorium. Works will include Curnow: “Centennial Spirit;” Sousa/ Bullock: “Nobles of the Mystic Shrine;” Holst/ Smith: “On This Day the Earth Shall Reign;” Ticheli: “Postcard;”

and Anderson: “Sleigh Ride” and “Buglers Holiday.”

r* Successful Computer Dating | exclusively for SDA$ since 1974

9—Andrews University Brass Quintet and Trombone Ensemble will hold a recital at

ADVENTIST CONTACT

5:00 p.m. in the 1839 Courthouse Museum located at 313 N. Cass Street, Berrien Springs, Mich. 14—Feast of Lights, 7:00 p.m., PMC. This year’s muchanticipated holiday event will fea­ ture all of Andrews Academy’s choral groups (Silhouettes, men’s and women’s choruses, and the Chorale) and the AA instrumen­ tal groups such as the handbells, orchestra, and concert band. This year’s guest soloist is Jennifer LaMountain, singer for the “It is Written” television broadcast. For more information, contact Mark Becker at (616) 471-6232 or beckerm@andrews. edu. 16—Christmas program for the community, 7:00 p.m.,

Johnson Gymnasium Auditorium. A light-hearted holiday program of your Christmas favorites.

Lake Union Offerings: Dec. 1—Out-

reach/Church Budget 8—NAD Inner City; 15—Church Budget; 22—Local Conference Advance; 29—Church Budget; 29—13th Sabbath: Inter-American Divi-

O P.O. Box 5419 Takoma Park, MD 20913-0419 USA Phone: (301) 589-4440

sion; Jan. 5—Outreach/Church Budget; 12—Local Conference Advance. Special Days: Jan. 5—Day

of Prayer.

Michigan 3ABN’s Kids Time Show is coming to Battle Creek, Mich., to tape a Christmas special fea­ turing a live nativity scene. Join your Kids Time friends, including host Brenda Walsh, Ranger Jim, and Buddy Houghtaling for a night to remember! Bring your mom and dad to the Urbandale Church, 20440 North Bedford Rd., Dec. 14, at 7:00 p.m. Call Ranger Jim for more information at (616) 721-3795. It’s great fam­ ily fun!

Wanted: Glenwood Church, Dowagiac, Mich., is looking for

memorabilia and pictures, includ­ ing composite pictures (please send copies) for the church and church school for an upcoming centennial program being planned for Aug. 2 and 3, 2002. You may contact the church school (616) 782-2879, William Crawford or Doris Manley at (616) 782-3519, or mail to the Centennial Committee at 51355 Glenwood Rd., Dowagiac, MI 49047. E-mail addresses are: geoigehaley@juno .com or hpspon@locallink.net.

World Church The Ellen G. White Estate at the General Conference (GC) is co-sponsoring a world-wide art contest with Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) to promote the writings of the Spirit of Prophecy and encourage youth to read and practice its principles. Nearly $5,000 will be awarded in three age categories (18-30, 13-17, 4-12) following the Mar. 28,2002, judging. Exhibits will be at SWAU and at the GC head­ quarters. All entries must be received by Mar. 11,2002. For more information, e-mail egwhite@swau.edu or contact Cindy Tutsch, Ellen G. White

28 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

NOW YOU CAN SUBMIT INFORMATION TO THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Estate, 12501 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. Loma Linda University’s School of Public Health will host

the 4th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, Apr. 8-11, 2002. This event will be held on the Loma Linda campus in California. Held each five years, these congresses provide an in­ depth review of the current research into vegetarian nutrition and a forum for discussing the issues. “Professional interest in vegetarian eating has reached unprecedented heights, and speak­ ers are coming from all around the world,” says Dr Joan Sabate, con­ gress chair. “This congress offers an outstanding opportunity for researchers and health profes­ sionals, educators, students, and lay people to learn from each other in plenary sessions, work­ shops, poster sessions, and social gatherings,” says Dr Sabate. Major topics include vegetar­ ian eating and longevity/mortality; bone health; issues sur­ rounding high soy consumption and the benefit to the environ­ ment of more people choosing to be vegetarian. The last day of the congress will focus on the practical application of vegetari­ an nutrition and how we can eat more healthfully. For more information and to register, please contact our web site www.vegetariannutrition.org or write to us at: 4th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, School of Public Health, Nichol Hall Rm. 1115, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda CA 92350. Phone: (909) 558-7169; Fax: (909) 558-4095.

Adventist Communication Network Schedule www.acnsat.org Dec. 5—First Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. ET; 8—Adventist

Worship Hour (AWH), Harold Zapata, Albuquerque (N.M.) Central Church, “And You Shall Call His Name Jesus,” 11:00 a.m.-I2:00 p.m. ET; 15—AWH, Grants Pass (Ore.) Church Christmas Program “Unto Us a Child Is Born,” 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET; 22—AWH, Sherwin Jack, Ephesus Church, NYC, “God Is Able,” 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET; 29—AWH, Doug Batchelor, Sacramento (Calif.) Central Church, “Walking the

Walk”; Jan. 2—First Wednesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m. ET; 5—AWH, David Thomas, College Place (Wash.) Village Church. Special Christmas pro­ grams: Dec. 8—Pro Arts

International and La Camerata Nuove present “Gloria in Excelsis,” 4:30-5:30 p.m. ET; 21—Canadian University College Choir and Orchestra pres­ ent “Christmas Rose” (which can be used Christmas Eve or when­ ever desired) 4:30 p.m. ET; 29—NBC Christmas special filmed at Ephesus Church, NYC, 4:30-5:30 p.m. ET.

Enjoy the music of Ponder, Harp, and Jennings again and again.

Best of Ponder, Harp, and Jennings

"People Need the Lord/ "Sweeter as the Days Go By," and more. CD: 43330-02581

Unmerited Favor

"It's Beginning to Rain," "Saved, Delivered and Healed," and others.

Amazing Facts

CD: 43330-02583

www. amazingfacts. org

Steps

Week of Dec. 9—“The Rebellious Prince,” Part 3; 16— “The Supreme Sacrifice,” Part 1; 23—“The Supreme Sacrifice,” Part 2; 30—“The Supreme Sacrifice,” Part 3; Jan. 6—“The Law of the King,” Part 1.

Marvin Ponder "Ordinary People," "He's Alive," and more.

Breath of Life

CD: 43330-01233; CS: 43330-00854 All Chapel CDs are US$15.98, Cdn$ 23.99; Cassettes are US$10.98, Cdn$l 6.49.

Available at your local ABC, 1-800-765-6955, or online: www.adventistbookcenter.com Chapel® is a division of Pacific Press Publishing Association. © 2001 * Prices subject to change. 447/15590

Week of Dec. 9—“When

God Steps In,” Part B (telecast #9817); 16—“Overnight—If God Be for You,” Part D (#9818); 23—“When God Steps In,” Part C (#9819); 30—“If God Be for You,” Part E (#9820).

Faith For Today www. lifestyle, org

Lifestyle Magazine, Week of Dec. 9—“Gender Depression”; 10, 13 on TBN—“Dealing with Loss”; 16—“Mothers and Daughters”; 17, 21 on TBN— Holiday Special; 23—“Art of Stillness”; 24, 27 on TBN— Holiday Special; 30—

“Transitions.”

The Evidence, Week of Dec. 8—“The Darwin Dilemma”; 15—“Matter of Faith”; 22— “Both Sides of the Gun”; 29—

Forgiving the Dead Man Walking”; Jan. 5—“God, the Universe, and Everything.”

It Is Written www.iiw.org Week of Dec. 9—“Your Name on It”; 16—“The Gospel to the Global Village”; 23— Christmas Special; 30—God’s

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Little Advice Book [GL] 5-part series begins: “Wisdom Is a Choice [GL #1].

La Voz de la Esperanza www.lavoz.org Week of Dec. 9—“When Christ Throws the Party” (La Fiesta Mas Esplendida) (CD #S0149); 16—“When God Does the Make-over” (Una Transfor­ mation Incredible) (CD #0150); 23—“The Very First Christmas” (La Primera Navidad) (CD #S015); 30—“Is There a Future for Optimism?” (El Futuro del Optimismo) (CD #S0152).

The Quiet Hour www. thequiethour. com

Windows ofHope, Dec. 10— “The Storm of a Broken Marriage”; 17—“The Storm of Divorce”; 24—“Guidance for Young People”; 31—“Prayers of Petition”; Jan. 7—“The Gift of Abundant Life.”

Voice of Prophecy www.vop.org Week of Dec. 9—Sun:. “Why

Shepherds?” (CD #G91), Mon.-Fri:. “The 24-day Miracle” (CD #92); 16—Sun:. “Out of Egypt” (CD #G91), Mon.-Fri: “Jesus: The True Lord of the Rings” (CD #94); 23—Sun:. “The Carpenter and the King” (CD #95), Mon.-Fri: “Hark!— and Then What Message?”; 30— Sun: “Happy New You!” (CD #G95).

Three Angels Broadcasting Network www.3abn.org

Thursday LIVE, 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET, Dec. 6 -Doug Batchelor; 13—“Behind the Scenes at 3ABN”; 20—Special Holiday Music; 27—Ken Cox; Jan. 3—Ty Gibson and James Rafferty; 10—Dr. Sang Lee. 3 ABN broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call for monthly program guide: (800) 752-3226, ext. 3116. Please help us get 3ABN on cable in your area, ext. 3116.

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 29

Fit for a King I like presents, especially at Christmas. I am also a list maker. When I was a boy, long before December 25, I began my lists— things I was going to give to others, things I hoped to receive. As it was easier for me to dream about my desires, the receive list always grew longer than the give list. The receive list has always included “toys.” You know, elec­ tronic calculators, Tonka trucks, Legos, VW Bugs, TREK bicycles, X-Boxes, Corvette Coupes. Simple toys that fit well into my dreams, but poorly into my wallet. The receive list seldom included anything from the “need” category. Ties, socks, shirts, slacks, textbooks (Imagine the emptiness of tearing open a Christmas present and discovering an algebra textbook!) didn’t make the cut. My dreams were filled with glittery, impossible, wonderful, energizing, ego-fulfilling STUFF. From December 26 through the next December 24, my mind skipped around in a wonderland of hopes. The “giving” list? Usually forgotten till sometime in mid­ December. Then girlfriends, school buddies, parents, my brother Jack, and distant relatives who might give me something

30 • Lake Union Herald, December 2001

better in return all made the list, somewhat in that order. I wrote practical things there. A tire tube for Jack’s bike. Flowers for the girls. Candy for Mom (We all liked it!) Pretty pictures and posters for the relatives. Then we moved to Puerto Rico, and Christmas lost its Colorado snow. Instead, I got hibiscus, poinsettias, mangos, and Los Tres Reyes. In Puerto Rico, Christmas is little more than a marketing prelude to the real thing. December 25 flits by like a starving butterfly chasing after January 6. January 6 is THE BIG DAY. January 6, according to ancient legends brought to the New World by Christopher Columbus and his fellow merchants, is the day the Three Kings arrived in Bethlehem searching for the King. They found Him, bowed before Him, and spread their best gifts beneath His crib. This is not a time of receiving, but a time of GIVING! Gifts fit for a King!

In Puerto Rico I learned the value of being a gift giver. The entire year seemed to hold its breath in anticipation of giving away the best on January 6, el dia de Los Tres Reyes.

I began my lists in early

November. Mom, Dad, Jack, school teacher, piano teacher, neighbors, friends down the hill, fellow butterfly chasers. You get the idea? Focusing on finding “best gifts” to give on January 6 turned my mind from my fantasy dream list to a new “make-um happy” list. Dad got a good-looking pen and pencil set. Mom, a pretty case for her favorite shells. And every­ one else also got special stuff, designed to match their interests and needs. I earned money by grubbing weeds, feeding neighbor pets, delivering packages, and selling sea shells. Each dollar added to my ability to “give good gifts” on January 6. Like the Three Kings (Los Tres Reyes) I wanted to give my best, to make others happy on God’s special day.

We left Puerto Rico many Christmases ago, but the lessons of January 6 have stayed with me. Yes, I’d still like a 2002 Corvette Coupe, but the intensity of that dream has been replaced by great imaginings and devious planning to make it possible for me to give very special gifts to the very special people in my life. Christmas has a deep January 6 energy in it. Gifts fit for the King! So, what am I giving this Christmas? Hardly anything. But on January 6 ... ! By the way, I happened to notice that Brenda brought a special box home. I think it’s a scale model Corvette Coupe. Yes! Dick Duerksen

Now YOU CAN READ THE LAKE UNION HERALD ONLINE.

Lake Union Herald ProfilesofYouth

Official Publication of the Lake Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

December 2001

Vol. 93, No. 12

The Lake Union Herald Staff

Erik Christian Brown, a member of Wisconsin Academy’s

class of 2002, was born 18 years ago in Indianapolis, Ind., to Steve and Debbie Brown of Columbus, Wis. A creative writer and photographer, the National Honor student was chosen to be this year’s editor of the “Badger” yearbook. Erik was also cho­ sen to receive the Principal’s Leadership Award for his many positive contributions during his four years at Wisconsin Academy. English teacher Vonda Seals calls Erik a very insightful per­ Erik Brown son. “He looks beyond the surface and sees the real issues in life.” says Seals. Lesa Budd, accounting clerk, often prays with Erik. “Erik prays for specific things for people,” says Budd. “Then he watches how God answers these prayers. He often shares with me how God has allowed him to see little ways in which He is working in that person’s life.” Students and staff alike appreciate Erik’s sense of humor and Christian attitude. “Erik is a friendly, likable young man who seems to get along with everyone.” comments his Bible teacher, Cherry Habenicht. Erik plans to attend an Adventist college next year. As far as a career, Erik says he does not have a specific one in mind yet, but he is “open to following God’s leading.” LeeAnn Marie Paulsen is a 17-year-old junior at Wisconsin Academy. The daughter of Sandra and Harold Paulsen of Appleton, Wis., this enthusiastic student leader has been a recruiter for Christian education. “Three students enrolled here this year who were encouraged to come by LeeAnn,” says Sue Rappette, WA registrar. As president of her junior class, LeeAnn has made it a prior­ ity to be a prayer warrior for her class. She is one of the students who gathers around the flagpole in the morning to ask God’s bless­ ing on the school. “LeeAnn always has a smile for you,” says Yvonne Thomas, assistant girls’ dean. “She’s a dedicated Christian young lady.” This National Honor student’s interests include photography, decorating, and play­ ing the piano. She has a special passion for Pathfinders and youth ministry. “I hope to be a Pathfinder leader when I am an adult,” says LeeAnn. LeeAnn hopes to attend Southern Adventist University after high school and pursue a career in interior design.

Address Correction Use this form to change your mailing label or change it online at luc.adventist.org/herald . Numbers that appear above name on address label:

Name as printed on label (please print)_________________________________________________ Address____________ ____________________________________________________________

City

State

I am a member of the

Zip-

Church in the(local) Conference.

□

Please change my address as indicated above.

□

I am not a Lake Union church member, but I would like to subscribe to the Lake Union Herald. Enclosed is $7.50 for one year’s subscription.

NOTE: If you are a member of a church in the Lake Union but are not receiving the Lake Union Herald, please request it through your church clerk or your local conference secretary. Send this form to: Lake Union Herald, Address Correction, P.O. Box C, Berrien Springs, Ml 49103. Plan six to twelve weeks for new address to become effective.

Visit our web site at luc.adventist.org

Box C, Berrien Springs, Ml 49103; (616) 473-8242 Editor ................. Richard Dower 74617.565@compuserve.com Managing Editor/Display Ad Manager ................. Nadine Dower dower@andrews.edu Copy Editor/Circulation, Classified Ad Manager......Ann Fisher AnnFisher2@compuserve.com Editorial Assistant ....Reginald Johnson reginald@andrews.edu

Contributing Editors Adventist Health System, Midwest Region .......... Judy L. Leach JudyLeach@ahss.org Andrews University ....Tami Martinez tamimart@andrews.edu Illinois.................Richard Carey 74617.1243@compuserve.com Indiana...................... Clay Farwell 74617.771@compuserve.com Lake Region ...............Ray Young LakeRegionComm@cs.com Michigan......Sandra Blackmer 110175.1313@compuserve.com Wisconsin ......................................... James Fox jfox@chorus.net

Correspondents Adventist Health System, Midwest Region...............Lynn Larson llarson@ahss.org Andrews University....Monise Hamilton monise@andrews.edu Illinois............................ Sharon Coulter sharoncoulterl@cs.com Indiana................... Sheri DeWitt 74617.771@compuserve.com Lake Region................................................................ Eloise Wagner Michigan.......... Bruce Babienco 74532.1235@compuserve.com Wisconsin ..................................... Kitty Crary kcrary@chorus.net

Lake Union Conference Departments Box C, Berrien Springs, Ml 49103 (616) 473-8200 President.................................................................. Gordon L. Retzer Secretary...................................................................Walter L. Wright Treasurer................................................................ Norman W. Klam Vice President ...................................................................................... Associate Treasurer.............................................. Douglas L. Gregg Associate Treasurer...................................................Glynn C. Scott ASI.......................................................................................................... Communication.....................................................Richard C. Dower Education ............................................................. Gary E. Randolph Education Associate..................................................... Garry Sudds Information Services ........................................... Harvey P. Kilsby Ministerial ............................................................. Walter L. Wright Publishing/ABC.......................................................................... AllenDybdahl Religious Liberty ................................................... Vernon L. Alger Trust Services ......................................................... Vernon L. Alger Women’s Ministries..................................................... Myrna Earles

Local Conferences and Institutions Adventist Health System, Midwest Region: Ernie W. Sadau,

president, 120 N. Oak St., Hinsdale, IL 60521; (630) 856-2010. Andrews University: Niels-Erik Andreasen, president, Berrien

Springs, MI 49104-0670; (616) 471-7771. Illinois: J. Wayne Coulter, president; Ken Denslow, secretary;

David Freedman, treasurer; street address: 619 Plainfield Rd., 2nd floor, Willowbrook, IL 60521; mailing address: P.O. Box 1110, Westmont, IL 60559-1110; (630) 734-0920. I ndiana: Clay Farwell, president; Archie Moore, secretary, George Crumley, treasurer; street address: 15250 N. Meridian St., Carmel, IN 46032; mailing address: P.O. Box 1950, Carmel, IN 46082-1950; (317) 844-6201. Lake Region: Norman K. Miles, president; George Bryant, secretary; Gregory Baker, treasurer; 8517 S. State St., Chicago, IL 60619; (773) 846-2661. Michigan: Jay Gallimore, president; Fred Earles, secretary; Leroy Bruch, treasurer; street address: 320 W. St. Joseph St., Lansing, MI 48933; mailing address: P.O. Box 19009, Lansing, MI 48901; (517) 485-2226. Wisconsin: Donald Corkum, president; Brian Hamilton, secretary/treasurer; street address: 3505 Highway 151 North, Sun Prairie, WI 53590; mailing address: P.O. Box 7310, Madison, WI 53707-7310; (608) 241-5235. Contributors: All submitted copy must be channeled through your local conference or institution’s Herald correspondent. Stories submitted online at luc.adventist.org are automatically e-mailed to the local conference communication director. When submitting stories by direct e-mail, copy your local conference correspondent into the address. Writers’ Guidelines are available from conference correspondents and online. New Subscriptions: Requests should be addressed to the secretary of the local conference where membership is held.

Member, Associated Church Press Indexed in the Seventh-day Adventist Periodical Index

Lake Union Herald, December 2001 • 31

Jesus is Coming Again! Get the message out in your community! Let us help you get 3ABN on cable in your area.

Call 618-627-4651 E-mail marketing@3abn.org

Danny and Linda Shelton, President and Vice President of 3ABN

A gift that lasts 3ABN Television and Radio Purchase a complete digital dish system for only $350.00. No monthly fees. Call 618-627-4651.

Post Office Returns to: Lake Union Herald

Box C Berrien Springs, Ml 49103