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Lake Union Herald MARCH 2001

Andrews students making a difference

Contents

Editorial

2 Editorial: Can You Believe It? 3 Operation Amigo: Christmas in

Can You Believe it?

Costa Rica

4 New Members 5 Adventist Information Ministry

by Gordon L. Retzer, Lake Union Conference President

at Andrews University

7 “Professional” Students 10 Love in Any Language 11 AWR’s 30th Anniversary 12 No Second Chance! 15 Creative Parenting: Talking to Kids about Important Things

16 Exploring God’s World: The Weight of the Wind

17 Adventist Health System Midwest Region News

18 Andrews University News 19 Education News 20 Youth News 20 World Church News 21 Mileposts 24 Classified Ads 26 Announcements 30 eXtreme Grace 31 Profiles of Youth Cover A pleasant greeting, a free book, a listen­ ing ear, a kind word, biblical guidance, and prayer are the methods of ministry at AIM where Brett Poynter works behind the scenes for Adventism’s largest television ministries. Herald photo.

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y first real memory of specific answered prayer is dramatic and impressive. My parents, Fernon and Dorothy Retzer, were missionaries in Inter­ America, serving in the country of Colombia. One day Dad announced that the whole family would be going with him to the island of San Andres where he was to preach a three-week evangelistic series. My younger brother and I were so excited that we slept in our clothes the night before we left. We boarded a 117-ton boat called the Victoria and left the Cartagena port on a clear, calm afternoon. Our family settled into a cabin with four bunk beds and one window. You guessed it! The adventure turned into a nightmare. Once we got out to sea a monster storm moved in from nowhere, throwing us all into a panic. I gripped my bunk in terror as the waves crashed against the one porthole and then broke through, filling my bed and our cabin with cold water. Dad says he can still hear my screaming that night. The storm intensified through the night, and we spent the next day twisting and turning in our little cabin turned roller coaster. We were all praying, of course, but Dad, now regretting he had brought the family on such a life­ threatening journey, begged God for deliverance from the storm and safety so he would be able to preach about Jesus in San Andres. While he was praying, he saw two angels bend over him and heard them say, “It’s going to be alright.” He told mother what he had seen and then the two of us boys. At about 4:00 a.m. the wind subsided and the violent sea became flat as glass. Dad told the captain that the calm was because God had answered our prayers. We spent a month on the island of San Andres, certain that God had sent Dad to preach the three angels’ messages there. About a year later, Dad was in Bogota and met one of the young Adventists who worked on that evangelistic crusade with us. He said, “Elder Retzer, do you remember the morning we walked to the boat to leave the island? (It was a path a mile long through high brush.) Did you feel anything strange as we walked?” Dad said “No,” and the young man continued, “Two people who hated Adventists had conspired to hide in the grass until you came along so they could kill you for your preaching.” Evidently, when we walked by the angels kept them from seeing us, because when the people returned from sending us off, the two would-be killers asked “Where is the preacher who was supposed to be with you?” “They’re on the boat and left the island,” they answered. My memory is filled with answers to prayer. Although many of those answers have been less dramatic than the ones from San Andres, and although many times God’s answer has been different from what I asked or hoped, I am often reminded that every difficulty is an invitation for prayer. More than that, I have learned that talking to God as a friend, whether or not I am in difficulty, is one of my greatest joys.

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felt like giving up,” she admitted. “But every time I went into the showers, I could see the stars, and the sky was so clear, and I thought, ‘Where else would I get this decor?’ I felt like God was right there with me in the cold shower.” The impact of a mission trip on those who participate is immeasura­ ble. “Sometimes I come back from a trip wondering if anyone has been changed,” Yeagley said. “Then I hear from a mother saying that her son or daughter has been transformed or made different in some way.” 9,000 blocks in nine days. I never Krystian Zygoweic, a junior expected to complete that much in that aviation major at Andrews, is a short amount of time.” pastor’s son who says that he has Elizabeth Chung, an Andrews always felt obligated by stereotypes to senior economics, religion, and be the perfect child. His frustration led nutrition him to want to have nothing to do with science church. Krystian says that before this major, trip he lacked a real commitment to plans on God. “Going to Costa Rica, I got an being a understanding that it’s not the flaws of missionary the people that I should be focusing after on, but the commitment to the church graduation. and God,” he explained. “I feel closest The short­ to God when I’m out there helping term, people. They have a fraction of what we have here, and yet they’re so happy, always smiling, always friendly” Neither Elizabeth nor Krystian had planned on going on the trip, but each came back with a feeling of accomplishment and great reward, having done something lasting for the people of Costa From left: students Megan Toth, Lindsay DeLong, Katie Bakker, Faith Anderson, and Anika Lindberg take a Rica. “Not only do I break from their building activities. have a sense of accom­ plishment, but more mission trip was like a test case for than that, I’ve got a different perspec­ her. Elizabeth, who led an English tive on life,” said Elizabeth. This conversational class for 40-50 Costa being her senior year, she feels that Ricans, also felt that this trip had a this trip helped her solidify her goals tremendous impact on her spiritually. for life. “It made me long for heaven The groups started between 4:00 and more deeply than I’ve ever longed 4:30 a.m. in order to get an early start before.” on the building project. “Waking up cold and then having to take cold Gianna Norman is a University showers, those were the times when I Relations student writer

Operation Amigo

Christmas in Costa Rica

Andrews University leads group of more than 50 students to Costa Rica for short-term mission trip by Gianna Norman

ix Andrews University students and two Andrews staffers joined 46 public high school stu­ dents, youth leaders, and commu­ nity mem­ bers in giving Lindsay DeLong and Jeremy the Statler left behind Michigan ultimate winter snows and holiday fes­ gift this tivities to lay brick for the past multi-purpose evangelistic Christ­ center in Guayabo, Costa mas by Rica. building an evangelistic center/ school in Costa Rica. The 80 by 80 foot building will have multiple uses and will help facilitate the needs of communities in Guayabo, Costa Rica. Not only did the volunteers construct this facility, but they also conducted Vacation Bible School and English conversational classes. Arriving in Guayabo on December 25, the group expected to complete only half of the building during their two-week stay, “But as a result of the group’s Herculean effort,” says project coordinator Steve Yeagley, “we laid all

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About halfway through the evangel istic crusade, Ann began to attend the “I’ve just got to send this book to meetings with her mother. Already, Ann!” exclaimed Sandy Ryder as she Ann had begun to experience a read My Son Dan. The Mt. Pleasant transformation in her heart and life. When Dan Collins made an altar appeal, Ann came forward testifying to the joy of being fully surrendered and committed to Jesus. On Sabbath, October 14, 2000, a radiant Ann buried all the past mistakes and failures in baptism and came forth anointed with the power of God’s Holy Spirit. Jesus had, indeed, saved her to serve again. Sandy Ryder (left) rejoices with her daughter, Ann Kay Collins, crusade Chapman, after Ann recommitted her life to Christ in correspondent

Michigan

baptism.

with some friends in the fall of 1997, but they did not find out their friends were Seventh-day Adventists until after studying together for a year. Danny said he felt the influence of the Holy Spirt in his life at the age of 20, but his true walk with the Lord began in his 30s with his recovery from co­ dependency. He went through a 12step program that opened his mind spiritually and created in him a desire to hear more truths from the Word of God. God brought the right people into the lives of Danny and Barbara at just the right time. Danny said, “God answered my prayers before I even prayed them.” As the couple continued to study, they began visiting the Midland (Mich) Church and became impressed by the love and fellowship they experienced there. The desire to be baptized grew in both of them. Barbara said, “As we grow closer to God, our marriage continues to strengthen. We are forever grateful to our friends who guided us down the path of truth. But most of all, I give

(Mich) Church was holding an Hour Times Evangelistic Crusade with Dan Collins, evangelist speaker. The book My Son Dan was the story of his life. Sandy’s daughter, Ann Chapman, had first accepted the three angels’ messages and become a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church when she was living in Florida. As the truths of God’s Word became clear to her, she shared her faith with her mother, who lived in Michigan. Eventually, Sandy became a member of the Mt. Pleasant Church. Later, Ann moved back to Michigan and began drifting away from her relationship with Jesus. Her mother tried to encourage her to renew her spiritual commitment, but it was in vain. But now, as Sandy read Dan’s book, hope sprang up in her heart. If God could turn Dan’s rebellious life around, fill him with peace, and empower him with a ministry for others, then perhaps He could do the same for Ann.

were baptized simultaneously From left: Dale Wolcott, Midland Church pastor; Barbara and Danny while holding Williams; and Richard Schell, head elder, hold the WilHams’ bap­ tismal service in a pond on the couple’s property. hands in a pond on their property. Dale Wolcott, Midland glory to God for His love and mercy.” Church pastor, and head elder Richard Faith Gray, Midland Church Schell performed the baptisms. communication secretary The couple began to study the Bible

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“I knew everything would be all right when I saw and felt the light shine through the water in bright green hues as I surfaced from my baptism,” said Danny.

Danny Williams and his wife,

Barbara,

Adventist information Ministry at Andrews University A ministry of listening and praying by A. Monise Hamilton

'heir ministry spreads across the nation and into Canada and the Virgin Islands, yet they’re not evangelists. They have prayed with thousands of people and have guided hundreds of thousands of souls into a deeper relationship with Christ, yet their ministry is not from a pulpit. They work for some of the biggest names in Adventism, yet you’ve probably never heard of them. Who are they? They are Adventist Information Ministry (AIM), the North American Division’s call center located on the Andrews University campus in Berrien Springs, Michigan. AIM provides 24-hour telephone service and follow-up support for nearly 30 Adventist organizations and radio and television ministries, including It Is Written, Breath of Life, Voice of Prophecy, and Amazing Facts. What makes AIM unique is that its telephone ministry is supported primarily by Andrews University and Andrews Academy students who serve as customer service representatives (CSRs), call operators, and chaplains. The staff of 70 students, five staff members, and 20 community volun­ teers ministers to more than 340,000 callers per year by filling requests for literature, praying with callers, answering theological questions, providing counseling, and referring interested callers to an Adventist church in their area. “The genius of placing AIM at Andrews University has its advan­ tages at so many levels,” explained

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Twyla Wall, operations manager at AIM, in an e-mail interview. “One level is the triple use of church dollars: 1) NAD dollars support AIM for evangelistic follow-up, 2) AIM pays AU students while training them in soul-winning endeavors, and 3) the students spend their pay checks on Christian education at Andrews University. “Another level is the total work experience in a professional and

“Sometimes just listening is a ministry.” —Hetty Simatupang

Hetty Simatupang, a customer service representative (CSR), since last fall. She says that in her native Indonesian culture, where she had built a success­ ful career in business, close family ties protect against feelings of isolation.

Adventist Information Ministries, located on the Andrews University campus,

provides 24-hour telephone

service and follow-up support for nearly 30 Adventist

organizations and radio and

television ministries. Andrews University, Andrews

Academy, and seminary

students serve as customer

service representatives, call operators, and chaplains.

Christian environment. Young people often come to us just needing a job to pay the bills. How I see them grow, becoming bold witnesses with open hearts who have learned communica­ tion and service-oriented skills. I wish I could employ many more.” “Only after I started working at AIM did I realize the reality of loneliness in this country,” explained

“When they call us for prayer, many times it’s because they’re lonely. People are more individualistic in this country. They feel they don’t have anyone else to talk to. I pray that God will send His angels so that they don’t feel so lonely and abandoned,” she said. “It’s obvious sometimes that they haven’t really talked to anyone in days. Sometimes just listening is a ministry.”

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Praying with a stranger over the telephone was awkward, at first, but now Hetty finds it is one of the most

Coming to Andrews from

the secular business world where she often

faced Sabbath conflicts, Hetty Simatupang says, 'It's a gift to work for an

Adventist organization. I don't have to keep

And how does he handle callers who share their problems about personal issues he’s never experi enced—or perhaps never even heard of— in his 17 years? “I tell them that I can pray with them,

Zaria says that prayer is the most important ministry she provides for callers who share concerns of illness. salvation for family and friends, mental and spiritual healing, and the most frequent problem she encoun­ ters, marital infidelity. “Some people call for a free book, and you can hear the hurt in their voices. They usually don’t specifically ask for prayer, but when I ask them, they break down. After I pray, it seems like a total transformation. They have

explaining why I'm not

working on Saturday." A rewarding part of Zaria

rewarding parts of her job. “When you make lonely people happy, it brings you a little bit of happiness, too.”

“I can’t solve their problems, but I can give them the steps to follow.’ —J. P. Markovic

When other Andrews Academy students are heading home to home­ work or a couple of hours in front of the tube, John Phillip Markovic, better known as “J.P.,” heads to the main campus and his after-school job as a

J.P. Markovic, an Andrews Academy sophomore and one of AIM’s youngest employees, says that working at AIM has polished his communication skills and his ability to effectively listen to people.

CSR. The AA sophomore says that communicating with diverse people is his favorite activity. “Taking orders is great, but when I exchange ideas, listen to them, explain Biblical or theological questions, or share the love of Christ, I love that the most,” he said.

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and then I ask if they’d like to speak with someone with more experience. I can’t solve their problems directly, but the most important thing is to give them the steps to follow.” J.P. says that the ministry he provides through AIM helps him as much as it helps his callers. “Working at AIM has helped me because it makes me more sensitive and compas­ sionate to other people, which can never be bad.”

"I work here seven days a week. To me, it’s a stress reliever.” —Zaria Stewart How do you spell relief? For Zaria Stewart it’s A-I-M. The junior music/elementary education major says that the part-time job she has held since June helps her to put the stresses of the day behind her. “A lot of days my classes, practices, and teachers are weighing down on me. I go there and it’s gone. I work here seven days a week. To me it’s a stress reliever. Helping others helps me,” said Zaria, who works as a CSR, inbound operator, and an operator for the Spanish line.

Stewart’s work as a CSR is viewing tapes of the television ministries AIM

services. Here she

watches Amazing Facts with Doug Batchelor in

between calls.

hope. It’s a wonderful feeling to know that God, working through me, is giving others hope. That is an awe­ some ministry.”

“We won’t see the fruits of our work until we get to heaven.” —Brett Poynter For Brett Poynter, working at AIM is an answer to prayer. The second year master of divinity student had specifically prayed that God would help him to answer Biblical questions and deal with people’s needs more quickly, skills he uses daily as one of eight referral chaplains. “My devotionals are an important part of my preparation,” Brett explained. “Many, many times I’ve had someone call and ask me a question that I had studied about that morning or that I was just studying about in between calls.” Working at AIM has taught the seminary student a significant lesson that will prove indispensable in future

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pastoral work. “I’ve learned that I need to allow the Holy Spirit to change their (the callers) beliefs, and that I don’t need to beat them over the head with certain scriptures. If I focus on Christ and my relationship with Him, everything else will work naturally.” Brett’s responsibilities also include establishing contact between interest­ ed callers and an Adventist church in their area and following up on the 300 interests who have been referred to churches throughout the NAD. “Churches have many responsibili­ ties, and so trying to get updates about how an interest is doing can be difficult. We’re longing for a glimpse of hope that the interest is active, and we want to find out if there’s any additional ways we can help. We won’t see the fruits of our work until we get to heaven.” A. Monise Hamilton is the assistant director of University Relations.

Did you know that AIM ...Mails 25,000 pieces of free literature and Bible courses annually?

“Professional” Students Campus jobs earn Andrews students more than money by A. Monise Hamilton

t’s Sabbath morning at Andrews University, and David Mack is preparing for the 11:20 a.m. service at Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC) on the campus. While the other 1,100 parishioners forage for a vacant seat in the nearly-filled-to-capacity sanctuary, the sophomore student calmly heads to the seat that is reserved for him. David is PMC’s technical director, one of three who oversees video production of the church’s television broadcasts and its only student director. “Video production doesn’t specifi­ cally apply to computer science or mathematics Chis majors). I think of it as part of my general education, an effort to make mj/self into a welli \

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rounded individual,” David explained. “Working as director helps me not only learn the technical side of video production, but also helps me work on interpersonal, leadership, and creativi­ ty skills,” he said. His responsibilities include overseeing a 10-member team, issuing instructions, and deciding camera shots—which ones to use and when. The 1999 Andrews Academy (AA) graduate has spent four years as a broadcast engineer at AU’s WAUS. He began volunteering in 1998 with International Learning Systems (ILS), Andrews’ campus video production studio which coordinates the video production of PMC services, and was promoted to technical director this past fall. David is also a student programmer for AU’s Information

...Shares more than 55,000 prayer concerns?

...Provides more than 17,000 callers with Biblical guid­ ance annually?

...Receives more than 23,000 web page hits per year? ...Provides more than 65,000 hours of student labor per year and more than $315,000 in tuition assis­ tance, making AIM the largest employer on the Andrews campus?

For more information about AIM, visit their web site at www.andrews.edu/AIM or call (800) 253-3002.

As technical director at Pioneer Merrtorial Church, David Mack has learned more than the how-to's of video production and television broadcasting. 7've learned to be more tact­ ful and patient when working in organizations composed of humans, "David says.

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Kirk admitted. “ITS is a learning facility. They are willing to teach you everything they know, as long as you’re willing to learn. That’s why I love the job.” While many students spend their summers slinging burgers or bagging groceries, Kirk spent last summer manning two campus computer labs and installing new computers. This semester he also manages the computers in the School of Business. Kirk says that his professional experience through ITS will give him the edge over other post-college job seekers.

Michelle Spangler Hamel turned he five years of working at ILS into her own video production company, Visionary Multimedia, located in Berrien Springs, Mich. Co­ owner with her husband of six months Matt, a senior digital multi­ media major, the two provide video production, web site authoring, and graphic design services. “I learned almost everything I know about video production there (at ILS),” says Michelle, a 1995 Andrews Academy graduate and 2000 Andrews University graduate with a B.B.A. in business management. “I ran cameras and edited videos on linear and non­

“The ITS people are always there to help, and they don’t look down on you when you mess up. They really embody the character of Editing, designing, and creating are a few of the skills Michelle Spangler Hamel honed while working at ILS. She has parlayed these skills into Christ, and h er own video production company located in Berrien Springs, Mich. they know how to treat people,” he said.' When the occasional linear systems. This work didn’t

Kirk Nugent credits God with providing his many educational work opportunities at Andrews. Above, he is mentored by Tim Trine, ITS PC support manager, whom Kirk describes as 'Very patient. He really understands how to teach us on our level."

Technology Services (ITS), where he puts his computer science studies to work by developing and maintaining computer software for the administra­ tive functions of the university. David says his work for ITS and ILS is more than an enhancement of his studies; its importance is equal to his total educational experience. “They teach me real-world, practical skills and abilities that are difficult to obtain in the classroom. Four or five years of experience will look very good to a future employer. I will be prepared for the realities of a realworld job. That is the most important benefit.”

Another Andrews student who has benefitted beyond monetary gain from campus employment is computer technology engineering major Kirk Nugent. The AU senior has worked for 2 V2 years as an ITS student technician, where he troubleshoots and fixes campus computer problems, including Ruth Murdoch Elementary School and Andrews Academy. “Before I worked at ITS, I didn’t know very much about computers,”

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faculty member' refuses to allow a student to fix h is computer, Kirk says that ITS administrators always defend the capability of their student workers. “It really m^kes you feel that you’re part of the \ea ” “God h as really blessed me with opportun ties in my field, and they’ve all been campus,” said Kirk, who eventually plans to own his own computer business. “I was offered a job inf town, but turned it down. It paid more but it would have been two steps; backwards compared to what I learrj at ITS.”

necessarily pertain to business management, but as I gained experi­ ence in video production and got further along in my degree, I felt confident enough to start a business,’ she said. Michelle’s experience also helped her snag a coveted staff position at the 2000 General Conference in Toronto. She was initially assigned to run a camera for GCTV, but the expertise she gained through years of learning at ILS enabled her to do much more. “I also ended up editing and helping to produce news segments for GCTV Every morning we were given a story to report on. I went out with a

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Two art and architecture tours to Europe plus designing Andrews' new Center for Adventist Research have provided Pete Pokryfke with an incalculable out-of-classroom educa­ tion. He is currently working on phases two and three of the James White Library renovation project.

reporter, shot the video, then came back, edited it, and had it ready for the news show every night.” Michelle and Matt work 9-10 hours per day producing videos for United Way of Southwest Michigan, Lakeland Regional Health System, and Andrews University, among others. The young entrepreneur says she would love to make a documen­ tary or short film and may eventually concentrate on a business manage­ ment career outside of video produc­ tion. For now, however, she will continue to work with Visionary Multimedia. “It has always been my dream to have my own business. So far Visionary Multimedia has exceeded our expectations,” she said.

an architect. “I’ve never had a second thought about this career,” he said. “I love architecture.” Pete’s love for the craft is what helps him endure the intense 15-hour days of classes and studio work. But it is his appreciation for the art that landed him the opportunity to design the James

in my life,” he said. He is working on phases two and three of the library which could include a Barnes and Noble Bookstore-type cafe. Pete says that designing the center was a stepping stone for him. “It’s something that I can put in my portfolio, present to a prospective employer, and say,41 designed that.’ That should be enough to get me into almost any firm.” The 1996 Paw Paw (Michigan) High School graduate admits that he had never heard of Adventists until he came to Andrews, one of only five architecture schools in Michigan. After a May 2002 graduation, he will

White Library’s Center for Adventist Research, which officially opened on August 29. The center Andrews University's new Center for Adventist Research, designed by was his architecture student Pete Pokryfke, officially opened last August. The center houses the Adventist Heritage Center, the E.G. White Estate Branch first office, the Andrews Archives and Records Center, the James White Library profes­ rare materials collection, and the Seventh-day Adventist periodical index. sional project. “I complete his required three-year honestly didn’t think the project would internship at an architectural firm. be built, ” Pete said. “ It was far simpler When Pete Pokryfke ’s sixth­ “Even though I’m leaving Andrews than some of my studio projects, but I grade friends dreamed of becoming soon, my design for the library will had to adjust to working with actual baseball players, he dreamed of being remain for many years to come. It’s a clients on a place I can come back to 20 years professional level. later and say, ‘This was my first-built I guess the hardest project. ’ I am forever grateful to thing about this For more information about any of the Andrews Andrews and the James White Library project was trying programs, degrees, or services in this article, for giving me the opportunity to do to balance it with visit the Andrews web site at www.andrews.edu this project. ” my studio work. It or call (800) 253-2874. really helped me Find out more about Visionary Multimedia by A. Monise Hamilton is Andrews with time manage­ visiting www.visionarymultimedia.com or call­ University Relations assistant ment, as well as ing (616) 471-1018. director. ordering priorities

Love in Any Language Signing from her customary location in Pioneer Memorial Church, Esther Saville interprets the sermon for four hearing impaired members. Esther began providing sign language interpretation at PMC in the fall of 1999.

University, serves as one of those interpreters. Esther dedicates time every weekend to help deaf parish­ hen churches renovate their ioners at Pioneer Memorial Church on facilities to provide better the campus understand the word of access for members with God by interpreting the worship special needs, they often build service through sign language. She wheelchair ramps, bigger restroom began studying sign language while stalls, changing tables, and mothers’ she was a senior psychology major at rooms in the back of the sanctuary. Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska, While these additions encourage more when she chose sign language as an participation from certain members, elective course. churches may be overlooking the “I learned to love deaf people and needs of another group of members: deaf culture and made some really the hearing impaired. A lack of close deaf friends in Lincoln,” she knowledge about deaf culture and said. “ As a result, my husband and I habits has sometimes led churches to became very experienced in the unwittingly exclude a significant language. I feel that God has given me population who might be reached for a gift. Interpreting is a way that I can Christ. help others and give back to God.” Just like people visiting a church in As an individual who once was a foreign country require an inter­ herself unaware of the needs of the preter to understand the message, the deaf population, Esther noted, “Most hearing impaired, estimated by the people don’t know that deaf people National Center for Health Statistics have a culture of their own. The deaf to comprise approximately nine even have their own campmeetings.” percent of the total U.S. population, She said that she would encourage require the aid of an interpreter or an churches to ascertain if there is a need interpreting device to fully take part in the service. in their community and find out if the Esther Saville, a graduate student in deaf in the area would be interested in the School of Education at Andrews coming to church. by Laura Beaumont

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For churches interested in expand­ ing their services to better meet the needs of the hearing impaired, Esther recommended contacting Adventist Deaf Ministries (ADM) in Lincoln, Nebraska. ADM’s roster includes several deaf pastors who do extensive traveling, and churches may sponsor a visit to their area. The Internet also hosts a myriad of deaf ministry web sites and resources, including Silent Word Ministries at http://www .skyfamily.com/silentword/, that offer a number of helpful programs to start or strengthen churches’ deaf ministry. Other ways to make church services accessible to the hearing impaired include installing hearing systems in the church. Some systems work like radios and amplify the sound through a hearing aid. “A lot of times the deaf want to come to church, but there is no church around that offers interpretation,” explained Esther. “I think the best approach is letting them know that we do have the services available.” Laura Beaumont is an Andrews University Relations student writer

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It is estimated that at least 20 million people listen to AWR programming. Every year, AWR receives more than 100,000 letters from listeners.

ne-half of the world’s population lives in countries where it is either restricted or forbidden to tell the story of Jesus. A billion people live where it is against the law to preach publicly about Christianity. And yet, in the great commission Jesus tells us we must go “into all the world” and “make disciples of all nations.” God has a way. For the first time in history, our generation is able to tell the story of Jesus in places that have long forbidden Christian mission. Radio makes it happen! For the past 30 years, Adventist World Radio (AWR) has been a part of this miracle. In 1971, the first AWR voice reached out from Sines, Portugal. Since then AWR has grown, until it now speaks to 70% of the world’s population, starting with those areas most difficult to evangelize. For 1,200 hours each week, in about 55 languages, messages are broadcast about Jesus and His plan of salvation. In most cases these programs are created by speakers who know well the people to whom they are telling the good news. In more than 50 studios around the world, programs are created that address the daily needs of the people they are reaching, helping them with health, family, and other everyday concerns and always

pointing them to Jesus as the hope, the joy, and the salvation of their lives. Shortwave is still the mass communication medium most used around the world, so AWR uses it more than any other format. In areas where other For 1,200 hours each week, in about 55 languages, signals cannot reach, messages are broadcast about Jesus to people all around AWR uses shortwave the world. to leap over walls to carry the good news of gospel through AWR. But we are not salvation. satisfied. Some of our goals for the Where it’s possible to use FM, AM, future include adding 70 new lan­ or national radio, AWR is there. For guages, partnering with hundreds those who browse the web, AWR is more local Christian FM stations, and there. Satellites transmit signals from talking to people-groups where the orbits high above the earth; AWR is gospel is not now available. The there. Wherever people turn for Christian church was launched when information, AWR is there! In travelers from many countries were languages you and I can’t speak or amazed and said, “We hear ... the even spell? AWR is there. wonders of God in our own tongues!” Every year, AWR receives more The goal of Adventist World Radio than 100,000 letters from listeners. is to enable people today in every One listener said that he saved for 3 country and every language to make months to have enough money to buy the same statement. We believe that all postage so he could write to us. human beings deserve to hear the Thousands of other listeners write, but words of Jesus spoken to them in their their letters are censored or destroyed. own language. Join us in praying for Based upon the responses received, that vision to be fulfilled soon. world-renowned BBC researchers say that AWR has an audience of at least Philip Follett, special assistant to the 20 million people. president ofAdventist World Radio, wrote this story just for the Lake Truly, the world is listening to the Union Herald.

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by Philip Follett

No Second Ch since! What Left Behind left behind The editor interviews Dwight K. Nelson eft Behind, a series of end-time novels, has taken America by storm! Number one on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today best-seller lists, this series, co-authored by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins, has become the best-selling series in history. Barnes and Noble rank Left Behind as one of the top ten best-sellers in the twentieth century. On February 2, the movie, “Left Behind,” was released to what the producers hoped would be 57 million American viewers. The plot of both the movie and the novels is a depiction of what transpires on earth after what many Christians call the “rapture ” takes place. Dwight Nelson, senior pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus ofAndrews University, during a recent pulpit series, examined the message these books have spread around the world.

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gate what in fact the Bible does teach about Jesus’ soon return. No question, all of us are going to get asked by friends, neighbors, and family, “Is Left Behind really the way the Bible teaches Christ will come?” Of all people, Adventists ought to know! God is pitching the Adventist Church a home run ball, in effect saying, “I’m going to put what you’re all about on the front page of social consciousness. Now, hit the ball!” I would like for our members to be ready to tell the truth about Jesus’ coming.

What is the rapture? In a nutshell, it is the teaching that Christ returns to earth secretly near the end of time to “rapture” His faithful followers off the earth to heaven. The books graphically and compellingly describe what happens on this planet to those who are “left behind.” This theory of the Secret Rapture actually is a very wellarticulated system of theological interpretation called dispensationalism.

Why did you decide to preach a series called, “What Left Behind Left Behind?” Because of the success of the books and now the movie, America is having to confront—through the entertain­ ment industry, no less—the soon return of Christ. I Peter 3:15 declares, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give a reason for the hope that you have” (NIV). By examining the topics of the rapture, the seven years of tribulation, and the role of Israel during the end­ time events, I want to give our members the opportunity to investi­

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forms of interpretation teach that the vast majority of Revelation takes place at the very end of time, when the Antichrist (an evil man) will appear and rule the world. The Left Behind series is based on this dispensationalist teaching. After the secret coming of Christ, earth inhabitants are left behind to endure seven years of

What is dispensationalism? Dispensationalism is a Protestant form of futurism (two words I realize are hardly used in our everyday conversations), a Roman Catholic system of prophetic interpretation formally introduced in 1590. Both

great tribulation, which begin when the Antichrist, as a new world leader, signs a covenant with Israel. The Jerusalem temple is rebuilt, the sacrificial system re-established. Three and a half years into this seven­ year tribulation, the Antichrist turns on Israel and halts its sacrifices. The three and a half years that follow are utter chaos for the planet. Christ then returns with the church to destroy the anti-Christ and sets up His millennial kingdom on earth. That’s a thumbnail sketch of dispensationalism. Incidently, those who are familiar with Daniel 9:27 will recognize some of those words: “ ... and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifices and the oblation to cease, ...” Many sincere and devout evangel­ ical Christians (as I’m sure the Left Behind authors are) interpret the “he” to be the Antichrist (instead of the Messiah, as we do). They then cut off the seventieth week of Daniel 9’s

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seventy-week prophecy and push it all the way down to the end of time, with the Antichrist causing Jewish sacri­ fices to cease half way through the great seven-year tribulation; whereas we believe this is a breath-taking prophecy with stunning precision predicting that three and a half years after His anointing in baptism, Jesus the Messiah would be “cut off” (v. 26) at Calvary and forever end the sacrificial system of Israel—which is why the temple veil was ripped from top to bottom at Christ’s death (Matthew 27:50,51).

detail the angelic host of heaven that sets the sky ablaze (v. 31). I am reminded of the effect of just a single angel at the resurrection of Jesus—the guards fell as dead men! Imagine the sky jammed with them! Hardly a secret coming! Moreover, just to make sure we didn’t miss it, Jesus declares in verse 30 that all the tribes of earth

But doesn’t Matthew 24:40-41 teach the secret coming or rapture of Christ by describing how one will be taken, the other left? How does this fit? By the way, Luke 17:34 adds that two will be in bed, one will be taken, one will be left. Those verses have been traditionally used by those who espouse the secret appearing of Christ to snatch His church away as key biblical evidence. However, a careful examination of Matthew 24 clearly

reveals three strong reasons why it cannot be supportive of the Secret Rapture. The first reason is that earlier in Matthew 24:23-26 Jesus clearly warns His followers that He would not come in secret. And don’t believe anybody who says that is so. Twice He declares, “Do not believe it.” Twice! And that’s strong language! Number two, right on the heels of that warning, He gives this horizon­ splitting description of His return as the lightening which shines from the East to the West (v. 27). He goes on to

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[NIV “nations”] will see Him come. Revelation 1:7, of course, corrobo­ rates Christ’s declaration: “Every eye shall see Him.” So, Jesus is clear— every inhabitant of earth will witness this spectacular event. But the third reason that Matthew 24 is clearly not describing a secret coming of Christ is that Jesus describes the fate of those who are left behind after His second coming. “Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left” (v. 40). And what is the fate of those “left behind”? Notice the immediate context for Jesus’ words. He says, “But as the days of Noah were, so shall also the coming of the Son of Man be” (v. 37). Even as the people before the flood were eating and drinking and getting married (nothing wrong with such normal human activity—Jesus is describing life as usual), and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away (v. 39), even so will it be for those who are left behind at the second coming. Jesus is emphatically clear here that those who are taken (This is the same word He uses in John 14:3— “I will come again and receive you to myself... ”) are taken to safety as Noah was, and those who are left behind are swept away in

destruction (kataklusmos is the Greek word for flood from which “cata­ clysm” comes.). That’s a critical point. When you are left behind, you are not left alive. Jesus is clear!

The theory of the rapture seems to indicate that those who are left behind after the rapture have a second chance at salvation. Frankly that is the greatest danger of this post-biblical teaching embraced by so many today! The secret “second” coming of Jesus would suggest that if you missed the secret one, you have seven years to get ready for the “third” coming, what Left Behind, calls the “Glorious Appearing.” The danger of the dispensationalist teaching is that you have a second chance. The books repeat that “second chance” opportu­ nity over and over again. But it is wrong! Hebrews 9:28 declares that “Christ will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for Him.” There will be no further dealing with sin after the second coming of Christ! The “second chance” teaching appeals to our human nature: “Look, I may not be ready right now, but, whew! I don’t have to be—I’ll get a second chance seven years later.” But what if I walk out this door and am run over by a Mack truck. Guess what, it essentially becomes the second coming for me. And all my waiting until the secret rapture to start getting ready will have been in vain. There is no second chance! Which is why the Bible is so passionate: “ ... behold now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation” (II Corinthians 6:2), and, “ ... Today if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts ... ” (Hebrews 3:15). God cries out, “Now! Now! Today! Don’t ever put it off!” That’s good counsel, by the way, for all of us as Adventists who believe passionately that Jesus is coming soon. Because even as Adventists we sometimes say, “Well, you know, as soon as I see a Sunday law then I’ll get my act together and really get

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serious with Jesus.” What a tragic mistake that would be. Subscribe to that mentality, and we’ll be the ones “left behind”!

What about Israel in prophecy? Dispensationalists teach Old Testament prophecies about Israel will receive a literal fulfillment at the end of time. For that reason, Israel plays such a crucial role in the Left Behind series. But sadly, that teaching is based on a significant misunderstand­ ing of conditional prophecy. God’s promises and prophecies alike are conditional. I.e., “Trust Me, and I will lead you to the Promised Land; don’t trust, and I must allow you to reap the consequences of going it alone.” We see God’s respect for our individual

foremost a church of Jewish Christians. Paul defends his people— fallen as they are—as the people of God (Romans 11:1). And devout Jews today continue to uphold the sanctity of God’s law (Torah), as they have for the past two millennia. But the New Testament is clear: faith in Jesus as the Messiah (Romans 10:9) is the basis of salvation. Which is why Israel as a theocratic, national entity can no longer be an instrument in God’s apocalyptic strategy. Of course God will save Jews the world over through Christ. And in that sense, all believers are the true Israel—as it has always been—but not the political nation. Because they do not under­ stand that, our evangelical friends make the mistake of trying to fit every Old Testament prophecy into a literal Israel fulfillment at the end of time.

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(and corporate) freedom, in the story of the forty years of wandering in the wilderness. Those who didn’t trust Him were allowed to reap the results of going it alone. Throughout the Old Testament, God’s unconditional love necessitates His conditional promises and predictions, for it all will depend on how His children and friends choose to respond. That being said, the story of Jesus in the New Testament is one where the multitudes and masses flocked to Him, but the rulers rejected Him. Calvary was not the rejection of Christ by Jews; it was the rejection of Jesus by the ecclesiastical and political leaders of the land. Nevertheless, God continued to woo the hearts of His “chosen” nation. While its leadership ever rejected His appeals (although Acts rejoices with the number of priests who became Christ’s followers, see Acts 6:7), the first-century church was first and

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The Left Behind series espouses two serious errors—a second chance theology and a personal Antichrist only at the end of time. Along with Martin Luther, John Wycliffe, John Huss, and a host of other reformers throughout the history of Christianity, we believe that the Antichrist is not a person, but rather a geo-religiopolitical power (Daniel 7 and Revelation 13) that has already ruled Christianity during the Dark Ages and will make a “miraculous” resurgence at the end of time, swaying the world to follow it. The danger of the Left Behind series is that, by ignoring the Antichrist power which the reformers identified through careful Bible study, masses will be distracted and caught off guard when the actual Antichrist of scripture asserts itself globally and finally.

So where do we go from here? It’s high time we as a people went to the Word as never before—the Word made flesh and the Word made writing. Now more than ever we need to become the Jesus people of the Book. “We have not followed cun­ ningly devised fables” (II Peter 1:16). We have every reason to be confident

in Christ, who is our hope and our blessed assurance. We’ve left our Bibles on the shelves long enough. Jesus is coming soon! “Now” and “today” are the times God has in mind for us to live out our passion for Christ. Dwight K. Nelson, senior pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus ofAndrews University, is the host of an upcoming series now in production at Faith For Today titled The Evidence.

Resource guide Prophecy in the New Millennium, a special 48-page issue of the Adventist Review. Order extra copies through your Adventist Book Center, call (800) 7656955. The Rapture, A Second Look, a spe­ cial supplement of Signs of the Times, is a 32- page booklet available through your Adventist Book Center, call (800) 765-6955. The Left Behind Deception by Steve Wohlberg. Visit: www. t r u t h Ieft

behind.com Israel in Prophecy — An Adventist Communication Network Satellite series, February 21—April 25, 7:30-8:00 p.m. ET. This special satellite prayer meeting series, “Israel in Prophecy,” will be presented by Steve Wohlberg, associate pastor of the Fort Worth First Church. The series will expose popular teachings about the rapture, Israel, a rebuilt temple, and Armageddon. Visit: www.acnsat.org

www.nadadventist.org/ leftbehind — Visit the official web site of the North American Division for more information.

pmchurch.org — The local church information web site of the Pioneer Memorial Church, with audio stream­ ing of Pastor Dwight Nelson’s Sabbath sermons including his latest series, “What Left Behind Left Behind. rusearching.com — The evangelistic web site of the Pioneer Memorial Church, focusing on Pastor Dwight Nelson’s NET ’98 evangelistic presen­ tations, including audio and video streaming, and also including his Left Behind presentations.

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or to deal with a major crises or big family change, but here are two guidelines to help you: • Using age-appropriate language and information, always be honest. • Let your children know that they can ask you anything. Be an askable parent!

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PARENTING The Christian perspective for a happier, healthier home life

Talking to Kids about Important Things by Susan E. Murray he old saying, “What you don’t know can’t hurt you,’ is just that, an old saying. It is a myth. The truth is, what our children don’t know can hurt them! Children are naturally curious about birth, death, and everything in between. They will eventually find answers for themselves. But from whom? If we want our children to tell us their fears and trust us with their difficult questions, they need us to talk often and openly about any subject in the world! We like to think of childhood as happy and carefree; but in reality, no stage of life is completely free from stress. Children’s worries and fears are more deeply felt and less readily forgotten than those of adults. We have generally developed greater coping skills, more social support, and have a broader perspec­ tive on life because of our lifetime experi­ ences. Children often have lots of questions, but they are hesitant to ask for answers. Sometimes they assume they should know already, or that they will appear ungrateful if they raise an issue. They may sense their parent’s own anxiety about a subject. Sometimes a child will assume that if she is supposed to know about something, you’ll tell her. Children are also excellent “recorders” but often poor “interpreters.” We need to check out their perceptions in order to understand what questions they may have already answered for themselves. I suggest that children need their parents to create opportunities for talking. There’s no way you can be completely prepared for all the questions a child may have,

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Some difficult things to talk about include: abuse, adoption, alcoholism and drug abuse in the family, HIV/AIDS, death, family secrets that have come into the open, terminal or chronic illnesses, separation, divorce, remarriage and blending a family, prejudice, puberty, sex and reproduction, and even sibling rivalry. There are other difficult issues that come to us through the news media. Over and over children see the results and reports of natural disasters, war, famine, racial prejudice, homelessness and poverty. They need to talk to an older, trusted adult about these scary issues! Then there are the things we don’t see as so difficult, but for children they can be troubling. For example: the first day of school, visiting the doctor or dentist, an upcoming hospital stay, a new baby, moving to a new home, going away to summer camp, money, and Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny. We sometimes assume our children understand more about our faith and denominational practices than they do.

So how do I become an askable parent? First of all, claim the honor and privilege of being your child’s parent, of being the most important person and teacher in his life. Trust in the Lord that he can give you the courage to deal with difficult issues yourself, so that you can be open and honest with your children. Practice what you want your child to hear you say (The bathroom mirror is a good listener). Utilize the vast resources of balanced books that can assist you in preparing to talk about important things. If you need some resources, feel free to contact me through the Lake Union Herald.

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Exploring

The Weight of the Wind For he [God] looketh to the ends of the earth ...to make the weight for the winds. Job 28:24, 25

World With James and Priscilla Tucker

arth weighs more than six septillion tons— or six million million trillion tons. If you want to write down that number, write one six with 24 zeroes after it. The rate at which Earth spins varies from place to place. At the equator, our planet rotates, or spins, at a speed of 1,000 miles per hour. Why don’t we get flung into space if the earth under our feet is whirling so fast? One reason, of course, is gravity. The more a planet weighs, the more gravity it has. But

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something else helps to keep our feet firmly planted: the air. The air that covers Earth weighs more than five quintil­ lion tons. That immense weight translates into a pressure of more than 14 pounds per square inch. And gravity holds that air down, too. For thousands of years scientists didn’t believe that air has weight. Then in 1643 an Italian physicist named Evangelista Torricelli balanced a column of mercury with a column of air to prove not only that air has weight, but

also that the weight changes from day to day. Meteorologists call the weight of air barometric pressure. Barometric pressure is usually lower on stormy days than on clear, dry days. A drop of one tenth of an inch or more in six hours indi­ cates that the weather will change quickly. Our lives would be very different if God hadn’t designed a world filled with air. Changes in barometric pressure seem to affect people’s moods and energy levels. Can you imagine living in a vacuum? Would you always be energetic and happy? Or would you be lethargic and melancholy?

Try this: Make a two-column chart. Label the left-hand column “Barometric Pressure” and the right­ hand one “Weather.” Then every day for a month, read a barometer (the pressure will be measured in millibars) and note the weather. Chart the information. Do you see a pattern?

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Adventist Health System

Midwest Region

GlenOaks Therapeutic Day Schools Help Emotionally-troubled Youth Find Their Way GlenOaks Hospital, a member of the Adventist Health System Midwest Region, offers a unique program in behavioral ther­ apy—two alternative day schools—for students who exhibit a variety of emotional problems in school, at home, and with­ in the community. The only schools of their kind in the area, the schools are a branch of GlenOaks’ Behavioral Health System. The high school opened in 1995, and the lower-grade day school started in 1999. According to Lisa Grigsby, principal, the therapeutic day schools were created as a result of numer­ ous requests from special education directors in the area. “There was a lack of a quality program for these students,” Grigsby said. “The programs that were offered put emotionally-fragile kids into aggressive programs that were geared more for kids with conduct disorders. The result was that the stu­ dents with emotional disorders didn’t function well in those settings. “We do not accept students who have conduct disorders. Also, to be a candidate for our schools, the student must be willing to accept therapy as well as the academic demands,” she added. The schools’ goals are to enable students to master their academic course work or earn their normal academic credits while addressing their therapeutic issues. The ultimate goal is to assist students in their development of self-awareness, confidence, and problem-solving strategies so they can return to their community schools. Grigsby said that what sets the schools apart from other alternative schools is the unique approach of combining var­ ious therapies with an enriched curriculum. Therapies include individual and group therapy, recreational therapy, art and music therapy, and pet therapy. The student to teacher ratio is approx­ imately 5:1. “It’s unusual for a school like ours to offer so many forms of therapy. But we find that after experiencing them all, most students click with a few of them,” Grigsby said. Students who benefit from the schools exhibit one or more of the following behaviors: chronic withdrawal, extreme mood swings, self-esteem issues, depression, feelings of inferiority, confused gender identity, physical symptoms stemming from emotional problems, history of psychiatric hospitalization, or current or previous psychiatric diagnosis.

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“Other alternative schools concentrate more on behavioral therapy and may not always offer challenging curriculum,” she said. “We offer academically-challenging classes, and we put a great amount of emphasis on preparing the students for the next level, whether that be college, a vocational school, or a job they’re interested in. The needs of each of our students is unique, and we take an individualized approach to every case.” The GlenOaks Therapeutic Day School Lower Grade Center, for grades three through eight, and the GlenOaks Therapeutic Day School, for grades six through 12, are accred­ ited by the Illinois State Board of Education, North Central Accreditation, and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Instructor Kevin Diehl supervises the lab work of two students in the alternative school program of GlenOaks Hospital. GlenOaks Hospital, a member of the Adventist Health System Midwest Region, offers a unique program in behavioral therapy—two alter­ native day schools—for students who exhibit a variety of emotional problems in school, at home and within the community. The only schools of their kind in the area, the schools are a branch of GlenOaks' Behavioral Health System.

GlenOaks Therapeutic Day Schools are part of the Chicago Area Alternative Education League, which is designed to give alternative school students the same opportunities in athletics and extra-curricular activities as regular education students. “The league emphasizes sportsmanship and teamwork and gives these kids a taste of competition,” Grigsby said. “It helps students gain self-esteem, and in some cases, gives them the confidence to try out for a team after they return to their reg­ ular school.” Grigsby feels that if more therapeutic day schools were offered, some of the violence in public schools could be curbed. Lynn Larson, Adventist Health System Midwest Region correspondent

Keeping you well. And well informed.

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Andrews & University Professional Students From conducting interviews and writing press releases to fulfilling the photographic needs of the entire campus, stu­ dent workers in the office of University Relations are an invalu­ able resource. University Relations (UR), the public relations arm of the university, is responsible for the monthly news sto­ ries on the Andrews University page of the Lake Union Herald

Photography, journalism, English, public relations, and elemen­ tary education majors all intersect in the office of University Relations, where student workers put their classroom knowledge to the real-world test. From left, front: Laura Beaumont (writer), Gianna Norman (writer), Monise Hamilton (assistant director), and Amber Burgess (personal assistant). Back row: photographers Clay Schwarch and Jeremy Russell.

and several of this month’s feature articles. The office employs six student workers in its news and photography division, all of whom assisted in preparing for this edition of the Herald. “We couldn’t get along without them,” says A. Monise Hamilton, assistant director of UR. “They help us immense­ ly with our tremendous work loads, and at the same time they’re enhancing their skills and gaining valuable experience in their areas of study. What more could you ask for?” Gianna Norman, junior photographic imaging and journalism major, has worked in the UR office since transferring from Oakwood College this past fall. One of Gianna’s stories, “Operation Amigo” appears in this publication. “My experience working in UR is so valuable. It teaches me writing skills, photography, crisis management, PR, net­ working, and people skills. Because the office has so much contact with the outside world, it gives me experience that I wouldn’t find anywhere else,” she says. “This is beneficial because I will already have experience working in my field. That is the most important factor when looking for a job fresh out of college.”

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Andrews’ administration recently took action to discontin­ ue accepting cash in the Terrace Cafe (cafeteria) during Sabbath hours. “The decision ... is a visible way for the university to say that we recognize that the Sabbath is God’s holy day,” explained Dianne Wilson, office manager and catering director for Andrews’ food service department. Prepaid cards may be purchased from the food service office in advance of Sabbath hours. The cards, available in any denom­ ination from $ 10 and up, may also be purchased by phone via credit card. In addition, all major credit cards are accepted. “Using a credit card is conducting business, and it may be a double standard, but university administration felt more com­ fortable providing this option to make it less necessary to have to follow up on so many cash-paying customers who had either not known or were not able to pre-pay,” Wilson explained. “No one will be turned away hungry. Individuals who have neither pre-paid nor credit cards may arrange to pay at a later time.” For more information about the policy change or other serv­ ices provided by food service, including catering, call (616) 471-3161, visit the food service website at www.andrews.edu/FS, or e-mail Dianne Wilson at dianne@andrews.edu. A. Monise Hamilton, Andrews University correspondent

WAUS Receives Grant WAUS 90.7 FM received a $7,500 grant from the Frederick S. Upton Foundation in St. Joseph, Mich. The grant will improve the training of recording engineering majors as well as the integrity of mobile recording equipment. These developments will be used for the purpose of recording live classical and acoustic performances for broadcast, CD production, archiv­ ing, and other remote recording needs. “With such musi­ cally talented faculty as Stephen Zork, Peter Cooper, Carla Trynchuk, and Julia Lindsay on the Andrews campus, not to mention other area musicians and visit­ ing artists, we have a real opportunity to Paul Vetne, WAUS music director, record their perform­ works at the station located on the Andrews campus. ances for wider distri­ bution and to archive them for future enjoyment and education,” WAUS general man­ ager Sharon Dudgeon said. Broadcasting from the Andrews campus, WAUS 90.7 FM has served the local area with classical music since 1971. For more information, call (800) 553-9287 orvisitwww.waus.org. Grace Gravestock, JU4US marketing director

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Education News Village Elementary Teacher Wins Local Award Michigan — Chris Davisson, seventh-grade teacher at the Village Elementary School in Berrien Springs, was recently awarded the Golden Acorn Award for excellence in teaching. This prestigious award is given annually to a few selected teach­ ers from public and private schools in Berrien County. Davisson has been teaching at the Village Elementary School for the past eight years. His philoso­ phy that God placed him there to make a difference in the lives of his students has led him to do some things outside the typical classroom instruction. He has conducted Bible studies with his students, led them in a 24-hour hunger fast, and camped overnight using cardboard boxes as shelters. According to Davisson, “The most important Chris Davisson received thing I do is to help kids to better the Golden Acorn Award themselves, to build character.” His for making a difference innovative teaching methods cou­ in the lives of the stu­ pled with his care and concern for dents he teaches at the Village Elementary his students led to his nomination School in Berrien for the award by one of the par­ Springs, Mich. ents. A business, community, and educational partnership estab­ lished the Golden Acorn Awards program to recognize qual­ ity in education. In addition to the prestige of acknowledg­ ment at a special dinner with educators from throughout the entire county, the Golden Acorn carries with it a cash award for the individual and the school. We have many excellent teachers in our Adventist schools across the Lake Union Conference. It is gratifying to see that fellow educators outside our denomination also recognize the quality job that our teachers are doing. Bill Reinke, Michigan Conference associate educational superintendent

Pediatrician Shares Pottery Skills with Young Students Michigan — Erik Vetne obviously loves children, for he has

spent two separate careers devoted to them. First he worked in the educational field as a teacher and principal, then he returned to school to become a pediatrician. Fortunately for the second graders at Battle Creek Academy, Vetne believes in teaching his art skills to students. He works a volunteer role into his professional schedule on an intermittent

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basis and opens young minds to the how-to of creating beau­ ty from a blob of clay. Any child will tell you the fun he or she can have with a can of Play Doh, but not too many know the fascina­ tion that comes from making pot­ tery. Vetne quickly asserts that Erik Vetne, a former teacher turned pediatrician, what he explains to the second-grade class at Battle teaches the Creek Academy how to mold clay into a per­ children is a sonal work of art. simplistic art form, but as Phyllis Essex, the children’s classroom teacher, says, “It’s amazing how beautiful their work is.” The project Vetne teaches is making a “weed holder”—a wall-hanging piece of pottery in which dried flowers are placed. The wall vase is a piece of raw clay folded over and shaped in a wooden form (later removed), with a design pressed into the clay. Vetne said, “Within the environment, they are free to do what they want. It’s a fairly quick project, but it capsulizes a creative moment that they enjoy.” The children work with a glaze of powdered glass and other chemicals in powdered form to paint the clay. Vetne, who has his own studio and kiln, does both firings needed for the pot­ tery. He explained that the first firing requires heat of 1,700 to 1,800 degrees, and the second firing requires about 2,300 degrees. During the second firing, the paint fuses with the clay to perfect the finished pottery. Vetne says that volunteering to work with the students takes him back to his teaching roots. “Anything children can cre­ ate, they love doing. I enjoy it too.” Betty Kossick, BCA communication consultant

BCA Honors Myrtle Simpson Michigan — Battle Creek Academy (BCA) recently honored

Myrtle Simpson as board member emeritus. The current board conferred the honor on Simpson due to constituent apprecia­ tion of her dedication and faithfulness to a life span of duty. At the time she began her school board service, Simpson’s son, David, was a student at BCA. He was responsible for his parent’s devoted involvement with the school. “Our son always volunteered us,” Simpson laughed. Though she’s an octogenarian and somewhat inhibited due to a recent stroke, Fred Chandler, a fellow board member, described her mind as “razor sharp!” She continues serving in officer capacity with the Berean Church. Larry Blackmer, Michigan Conference associate superin­ tendent of education, recognized Simpson with the emeritus status by presenting her with a plaque. Betty Kossick, BCA communication consultant

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Youth News Holt Youth Used by God Michigan — Bob Wilson, Bible worker in the Lansing area, has had the privilege of working with the Holt Fellowship youth for several years. He knows that God chose young people in Bible times and in the beginning of our church’s development to spread His message to those around them; and even today God is call ing for young people to make a commitment to Jesus and to lead others to Him. In the Holt Fellowship it is evident that God is using the young people to witness for Him, and the following are examples of this commitment: Anna Rodriguez has a love for Jesus and for others that comes shining through as she shares hugs with everyone in her church. She wanted to study the Bible, and even though she attends a Christian school, she knew she needed to know more of the truth that is found in the Bible. As she planned for her baptism, her grandmother, Fran Bender, invited family mem­ bers to come and witness this special event. Among those attend­ ing was Fran’s grandson, whose heart was touched by the Holy Spirit when he watched Anna being baptized. That very day he asked Bob to give him Bible studies. For several years now, 1 O-year-old Zack Nelson has had a burden to become a preacher. Zack has often been seen sit­ ting on the front row at the Holt Fellowship during church serv­ ices and evangelistic meetings, following along in his Bible as the minister reads the Bible texts. Zack’s sister, Katie, loves Jesus too, and she joined her brother in studying the Bible with Bob. The children’s mother, Pam Corbeil, was also listening to the Bible studies Bob was conducting with her children. Janet Walker, a member of Holt Fellowship, invited Pam to Festival ofFaith, a spiritual weekend retreat held at Camp Au Sable in Grayling, Mich., where Pam took her stand to com­ mit her life fully to Jesus and join His remnant church once again. Because of the commitments these young people made for Jesus and their witness to others, on Dec. 9, 2000, five peo­ ple were baptized as members of Holt Fellowship. What an encouragement it is to the members of Holt Fellowship as they see how God is using the young and the young at heart to reach others for Him! Cheryl Wilson, Holt Fellowship personal ministries leader

From left: Anna Rodriguez, Katie Nelson, Pam Corbeil, and Zack Nelson stand with Bob Wilson who gave all of them Bible studies.

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World

Church News

Earthquake Survivors Begin Rebuilding in El Salvador San Salvador, El Salvador [Adventist News Network] —

Rebuilding efforts have begun in El Salvador in the wake of a devastating earthquake which hit on Jan. 13. The death toll has exceeded 725, with 4,400 injured, hundreds missing, and 1.1 million homeless. About 196,553 homes have been either partially or fully destroyed. Otoniel Zelaya, president of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in El Salvador, says the Adventist Church was able to respond to the emergency immediately. “The Adventist Church is tak­ ing a leading role in terms of local response. We are provid­ ing food, fuel, transportation, and shelter to assist the emer­ gency efforts.” Adventist medical teams who are assisting in disaster response efforts have been allocated helicopters by the government. Church members have coordinated their resources and are open­ ing churches and schools as shelters to aid those who have lost their homes. Of the casualties from the earthquake, five people were Adventist Church members. Many members watched as their homes were destroyed or heavily damaged. Zelaya says pre­ liminary reports indicate that 17 Adventist churches were com­ pletely destroyed and 55 incurred significant damage. While the Adventist Church in El Salvador has joined the disaster response effort and provided as much assistance as possible, church members “will have difficulty rebuilding their homes, and we will need help to repair and rebuild churches,” says Zelaya. Zelaya has presented a request for help to Maranatha Volunteers International, a lay Adventist organi­ zation that builds urgently-needed schools, churches, and com­ munity buildings around the world. Kyle Fiess

ADRA Moves Quickly in India Gujarat, India [ANN] —The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is participating in the international effort to provide survivors of India’s earthquake disaster with the basic necessities of life. ADRA is supplying emergency food and shelter and has been assigned a territory for long-term recon­ struction. ADRA officials say that, due to the third consecu­ tive year of drought in the region, the food supply in Gujarat was short before the earthquake. The earthquake is the worst to hit India since August 15, 1950, when one of 8.5 magnitude killed 1,538 people in northeastern Assam state. Donations to assist ADRA’s efforts in India can be made by calling (in the United States) 1 -800-424-ADRA (2372), or visit their web site at www.adra.org. Norma Sahlin/ANN Staff

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

BREITHAUPT, Beverly “Bee” (Teachout), age 75; bom

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.

Birthdays Grace (O’Brien) Burgess

celebrated her 100th birthday on Sabbath, Aug. 5,2000, at a recep­ tion hosted by the Mio Church and Eva Boothe at the Au Sable Home, Fairview, Mich. She has been a member of the Onaway (Mich.) Church, for many years. Grace was married to the late Guy Burgess. She has been a nurse and homemaker, and has held various offices in the Battle Creek and Onaway Churches. Grace’s family includes: Jeane and Roland Ewald of Onaway; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Weddings Kathryn A. Elliott and Kenneth L. Scribner were

married Jan. 1,2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Michael Lay. Kathryn is the daughter of John and Alice Peterson of Telico Plains, Tenn., and Kenneth is the son of Gordon and Bethany Scribner of Niles, Mich. The Scribners are making their home in Berrien Springs. Kathryn L. Gillett and Stanley D. Hickerson were

married July 16,2000, in Battle Creek, Mich. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Larry Yeagley.

Kathryn is the daughter of Charles and Dorothy (Hubbard) Wilson of East Leroy, Mich., and Stanley is the son of Bryce and Jean Hickerson of Carmichael, Calif. The Hickersons are making their home in Battle Creek. Asa Jones and Clive Malata were married Dec. 24,

2000, in Berrien Springs, Mich. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Walter Douglas. Asa is the daughter of Rick and Anita Jones of Berrien Center, Mich., and Clive is the son of Benson and Edith Malata of Lusaka, Zambia. The Malatas are making their home in St. Joseph, Mich. Beth Lyberg Mercer and Richard La Joie were married

Oct. 22,2000, in Rockland, Wis. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Wendell Springer. Beth is the daughter of O.A. and Jennie Lyberg (both deceased), and Richard is the son of Wilbroad and Alice La Joie (both deceased). The La Joies are making their home in Newbury Park, Calif.

Obituaries BLOCK, Norma M. (Cross),

age 74, born May 16, 1926, in Grand Rapids, Mich., died Dec. 22,2000, in Walker, Mich. She was a member of the Grand Rapids Central Church. Survivors include her hus­ band, Merle; son, Daniel; and daughter, Cathy Vredevoogd. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Don Williams, and interment was in Rosedale Memorial Park, Tallmadge Twp., Mich.

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Apr. 22, 1925, in Comstock, Mich.; died Sept. 17, 2000, in Dunnellon, Fla. She was a mem­ ber of the Kalamazoo (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her daugh­ ters, Marilyn Ray, Susan Breithaupt, and Kathy Taylor; brothers, Bob and Dick Teachout; sisters, Ginger Diamon, Joyce Van Bruggen, Nancy Purk, and Kay Longenecker; and 3 grandchil­ dren. Memorial services were con­ ducted by Pastor Michael Nickless, with private inter­ ment. CAMPBELL, Pauline S. (Robinson), age 78; born Dec.

23, 1921, in Hall County, Ga.; died Dec. 15,2000, in Chicago, Ill. She was a member of the Shiloh Church, Chicago. She is survived by her sister, Claudine Ansley. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Philip C. Willis Sr., and interment was in Westview Cemetery, Atlanta, Ga.

Position available

Social Services Director Director needed to provide leadership of the social services staff and programs. Responsible for planning, developing, oiganizing, implementing, and evaluat­ ing the comprehensive social work pro­ grams that arc consistent with LLUMC/ LLUCH mission.

Requires no less than 10 years experience in a large health-care facility functioning within a social work environment, mas­ ter’s degree from an accredited school of social work, and must have current clini­ cal social work license (LCSW) issued by the state of California.

If interested, send/fax resume to:

Ixxna Linda University Medical Center HRM Department (T5081) P.O. Box 2(XX) Loma Linda CA 92354 Fax (909) 558-4058 Loma Linda University Medical Center is an equal oppor­ tunity, affirmative action employer.

CHRISTENSEN, Bjarne,

age 51; born Feb. 17, 1949, in Aarhus, Denmark; died Sept. 3, 2000, in Germantown, Md. He was a former president of the Illinois Conference. Survivors include his wife, Judi (Perkins); daughter, Heidi Hickok; parents, Viktor and Vera Christensen; sister, Berit von Pohle. Memorial services were conducted at the General Conference office and in Portland, Ore., with private interment. FORD-TROYER, Ernesteen, age 65; born May

27, 1935, in Madison County, Ala.; died Dec. 22, 2000, in Flint, Mich. She was a member of the First Flint Church. Survivors include her hus­ band, Dean Troyer; son, Russell Bradford Jr.; stepson, Robin Troyer; daughter, Cheryl Humphrey; and sisters, Lillian Ford and Annie Bell Davis. Funeral services were con­ ducted and interment was in Union Cemetery, Gurley, Ala.

Missionaries Needed in Korea Adventist native English speak­ ing volunteers; singles or couples (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

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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 informa­ tion 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. A special offering to build churches in China recognizes the unprecedented opportunity we have to assist our fellow believers in China, and it will help establish strong congregations in several important locations.

As the church grows in China, so do the opportunities for an even greater outpouring of God’s grace. Make your gift a part of the blessing. Support the Spring Mission Appeal through your prayers and offerings.

Spring Mission Appeal:

Building Churches in China March 31,2001

ADVENTIST MISSION Making a world of difference.

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LANGS, Truman, age 90; born May 2, 1910, in Bedford Township, Mich.; died Dec. 20, 2000, in Battle Creek, Mich. He was a member of the Urbandale Church, Battle Creek. Survivors include his wife, Aileen I. (Davis); sons, Charles, Richard, and Truman Jr.; daugh­ ter, Lois Hulsey; 14 grandchil­ dren; and 21 great-grandchil­ dren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder James Grove, and interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek.

McCLELLAN, June R. (Jacobs), age 83; born June 24,

1917, in Hart, Mich.; died Dec. 26, 2000, in Big Rapids, Mich. She was a member of the Edmore (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her sons, Dan and Harry Jr.; daughter, Beverly Bajena; 12 grandchil­ dren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder C. Jim Danforth, and interment was in Richland Cemetery, Vestaburg, Mich. NELSON, A. Mildred (Dessain) Wade, age 93; born

Sept. 23, 1906, in Ft. Atkinson, Wis.; died Sept. 19, 2000, in Hendersonville, N.C. She was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, Mich. Survivors include her hus­ band, W.A. Nelson; and step­ daughter, Sharlene Tessier. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Elder Art Carlson, and interment was in Shepherd Cemetery, Hendersonville, N.C. OARD, J. Russell, age 93;

born Sept. 4, 1907, in Muncie, Ind.; died Dec. 14, 2000, in Grand Rapids, Mich. He was a member of the Wyoming (Mich.) Church. Survivors include his son, Kenneth O.; 2 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Philip Colburn,

and interment was in Elmwood Cemetery, Wayland, Mich. PUCCIO, James J., age 83; born Apr. 7, 1916, in Chicago; died Dec. 17, 1999, in Elk Grove, Ill. He was a member of the Elmhurst (Ill.) Church. Survivors include his wife, Mary M. (Messina); sons, James and Mark; daughter, Geraldine Herlein; sister, Mary Feeney; and 4 grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastors Frank Kean, Jerry White, Bill Pruett, and John Pinner, and interment was in Chapel Hill Mausoleum, Elmhurst.

TREIB, Georgina C. (Ronald), age 80; bom Apr. 22,

1920, in Detroit, Mich.; died Dec. 27, 2000, in Saginaw, Mich. She was a member of the Saginaw Church. Survivors include her daugh­ ters, Janet Frost and Marlene Minnick; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Bob Stewert, and interment was in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Saginaw. WACHTER, Crystal O. (Butterfield), age 95; bom Dec.

19, 1904, in Ontario, Wis.; died Dec. 9,2000, in Pendleton, Ore. She was a member of the Wilson (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her son, Delbert; daughters, Ellenor Watkins, Lois Kind, Arda Blevins, Maureen Zimmerman, and Sharon Ervin; 33 grand­ children; 72 great-grandchil­ dren; and 2 great-great-grand­ children. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Robert C. Quill in, and interment was in Nadeau Township (Mich.) Cemetery. WALKER, Laddie B. (Perkins) Bethany, age 73; bom

Aug. 27, 1927, in Inverness, Miss.; died Aug. 23, 2000, in Chicago, Ill. She was a member of the Hyde Park (Ill.) Church. Survivors include her hus­ band, Nathan Walker; son,

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Danny Wilson; daughters, Beatrice Williams, Gwendolyn Winfield, Lorri Ann Brooks, Nadine Bethany, Diane Bethany, and Pamela Bethany; brothers, Ernest and Charles Perkins; and sisters, Emma Howard, Azie Butler, and Sallie A. Haynes. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Norman K. Miles Sr., and interment was in Mt. Greenwood South Cemetery. WINSLOW, Edwin C., age

87; born Nov. 26, 1913, in Lakeview, Mich.; died Dec. 2, 2000, in Plainwell, Mich. He was a member of the Otsego (Mich.) Church. Survivors include his wife, Pauline; daughter, Julie Smith; 5 grandchildren; and 1 great­ grandchild. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Ted Toms, and interment was in River Ridge Cemetery, Belding, Mich.

Position available

Press Operator Loma Linda University Loma Linda University Printing Services requires a press operator. Will work in off­ set press department. Responsible for full operation of presses to complete job orders. Preferably with AA degree or equivalent technical school experience, or five-plus years related printing technology experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Interested candidates should download application from web page <www.llu.edu> or call (909) 558-4330, extension 45239.

Loma Linda University Human Resource Management P.O. Box 2000 Loma Linda, CA 92354 Loma Linda University is an equal opportunity, affirma­ tiveaction employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University does reserve the constitutional and statutory rights as a reli­ gious institution and employer to give preferences to Seventh-day Adventists.

Director of Industrial Sales & Marketing American Wood Fibers, an established specialty forest prod­ ucts manufacturer serving the plastics industry, is now accepting resumes for this immediate opening for our Central Division located in Schofield, Wisconsin.

Qualifications/Experience: • Bachelor of Science in Materials or Chemical Engineering degree • Sales and marketing experience with ability to develop and use marketing data information to direct the sales force • Experienced sales manager with superb management techniques • Natural fiber fillers experience and polymer knowledge will be considered a definite plus • Solid understanding of thermoplastics, thermoplastic fillers and plastics processing to include extrusion and compounded products • Comfortable with the selection and utilization of software for contact management and sales forecasting techniques

Key Responsibilities: • Increase industrial sales • Plans, directs, and coordinates the efforts of the Industrial Sales group • Recommends market opportunities derived from trend analy­ sis, marketplace observation, and competitive analysis • Coordinates specific sales, trade shows, promotion, and adver­ tising plans

Travel required. We offer a completely smoke-free environment, stability, competitive compensation and benefits including health, den­ tal, life, monthly paid profit bonus, matching 401 (k), and relocation assistance. Interested applicants please mail, fax, or e-mail resume and salary requirements to: Human Resource Manager, American Wood Fibers, Inc. 9841 Broken Land Parkway, Suite 302, Columbia, MD 20146 Fax: 410-290-6660, E-mail: resumes@awf.com; Web: www.awf.com

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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.

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good news reports on video created exclusively for the Lake Union churches. First quarter of 2001 features a new look, a new sound, and a new host

Gordon Retzer. new Lake Union Conference president. If your church is not seeing it, your personal ministries leader should order it from your conference personal ministries department.

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FREE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS: 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/fundcollege. -6287-2001,04 MAILBOX MISSIONARIES:

PROJECT: Steps to Christ can mail Steps to Christ or The Great Controversy (abridged) to EVERY home in your city or ZIP code for only $39.95 per 100 homes. Mailing includes many additional FREE offers for books and Bible studies. Call (800) 7286872. -6225-2001,03 SINGLE AND OVER 50? The only group exclusively for all sin­ gles over 50. Stay home and meet new friends in USA only, with a pen pal monthly newsletter of new members and an album. For information, send self-addressed, stamped envelope to Adventist Singles over 50, P.O. Box 527, Canyonville, OR 97417. -6294-2001,03

Vacation Opportunities VACATION IN SCENIC DOOR COUNTY, WIS. Enjoy

Florida Conference. (800) 7298017; www.sdamall.com; shaschlipp@aol.com. —62672001,03 TRAVEL WITH ADVENTIST FRIENDS: 12-day Scandinavian

Baltic Capitals cruise, sailing 617-01, host Pastor Morris Venden; 14-day Alaska educational, cul­ tural, and musical cruise, sailing 7-31-01, host Dr. Melvin West. 18-day Central America and Panama Canal cruise, sailing 1230-01, host Dan Matthews. Mert Allen, Mt. Tabor Cruise, (800) 950-9234; (503) 256-7919; mallen@renpdx.com. —62862001,03

Urgently Needed BOOKS WANTED: We pay cash for SDA books, hymnals, chil­ dren’s religious books (non- fic­ tion), readers, recordings, church directories, and more. Call (800) 732-2664 for information, or visit our Internet site at WWW.LNFBOOKS.COM. -6273-2002,01

ADVENTIST HEALTH over­

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.adventisthealth.org. -6297-2001,12 ADVENTIST HEALTH over­

miles of shoreline, gift/antique shops, lighthouses, theme/state parks. Efficiency apartment $250/week. TY full kitchen with microwave, bedroom and bath. Additional bedrooms available $50/week. For reservations, con­ tact Mrs. Don Mann, 6099 Gordon Rd., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235; (920) 743-3619. -62922001,07

sees operations of 20 hospitals in Calif., Hawaii, Ore., and Wash. AH is seeking experienced pharmacists for immediate placement in several hospitals. Please contact Leonard Yost at (916) 774-3355; e-mail: yostjl@rsvl.ah.org; web site: www.adventisthealth.org. -6298-2001,12

VACATIONERS! Motel room at

WANTED TO BUY/FOR SALE:

Florida Living Retirement (an active senior community) avail­ able for $35 per night. Comfortable room, twin beds, linens provided. Vegetarian meals available at discounted price. SDA church, heated pool, coin Laundromat. Close to camp meet­ ing, malls, 20 minutes from Orlando. Owned and operated by

1-10,000 used SDA books, pam­ phlets, songbooks, Uncle Dan and Aunt Sue tapes, and old catalogs of SDA books for sale. Want to buy hardback Mary Martha’s Really Truly Stories. Please contact John at (616) 781-6379. -63042001,11 HEALTH CARE AT HOME

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NEEDS YOU to assist seniors in

our community. Located in Stevensville, Mich., and a mem­ ber of the Adventist Health System, we offer flexible hours and competitive wages. A perfect opportunity for college students. Paid training provided. Call Pat, (616) 429-3290 or (800) 6904224. EOE -6109-2001,03 BUSY TWO-PHYSICIAN FAMILY PRACTICE seeks

third partner with interest in obstetrics. Practice is financially rewarding with above average income. Conveniently located in Sedalia, Mo., midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, only 30 miles from the Lake of the Ozarks. Contact us at 700 South Limit, Sedalia, MO 65301; (660) 826-7300. -6271-2001,03

years of experience in coordinat­ ing med/surg standards of care required. Experience working with staff and educators in med/surg setting preferred. BSN required. Fax resume to Judy Bond at (407) 303-9486; or call (800)327-1914. -6303-2001,03 WALLA WALLA COLLEGE

seeks applicants for tenure-track position in graphic communi­ cations beginning Sept. 2001. Professional experience and earned degree required. Teaching experience preferred. Full description at http://www.wwc .edu. Those committed to SDA Christian education, contact Chet Blake, Technology Dept., Walla Walla College, 204 S. College Ave., College Place, WA 99324; (509) 527-2713; e-mail: blakch@ wwc.edu. —6305-2001,03

HEALTH CARE AT HOME

seeking RN’s and CENA’s for PRN positions for Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties in Mich. Candidates must have a Mich, license and one year of experi­ ence. Submit resume by fax (616) 429-8525, or mail to Health Care At Home, 5709 St. Joseph Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127. EOE -6289-2001,03 A BETTER WAY OF LIFE, an

Adventist fitness center in the southern part of Mich., seeks applications for an experienced manager. Must be self-motivat­ ed and enjoy working with people. Please send resume to A Better Way of Life, P.O. Box 426, Coldwater, MI 49036; (517) 27811822. -6301-2001,03 HEALTH CARE AT HOME seeking medical social worker

with master’s degree, Mich, social workers’ license, and at least one year experience. Also, LPN needed immediately in Berrien Springs, 5 days per week, 11:00 p.m - 7:00 a.m.. Must have Mich. LPN license and one year expe­ rience. Submit resume by fax (616) 429-8525, or mail to Health Care At Home, 5709 St. Joseph Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127. EOE -6302-2001,03 FLORIDA HOSPITAL, in Orlando, Fla., is seeking an assis­ tant vice president. Minimum 5

Real Estate FOR SALE: 77.8 acres in

Lenawee County, Mich. Approximately 1/2 mile of frontage. Acres consist of woods, meadow, and large flowing creek. Great building sites. In renew­ able CRP program. Pays $4,576 per year. Also 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo for sale in Hendersonville, N.C. Call (828) 698-1156 for details. -6288-2001,05 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/SouthwesternMI /RosieNash; (616) 471-4285; or email: rosie@andrews.edu. -6135-2001,04 INDEPENDENT RETIRE­ MENT LIVING in magnificent

mountains of N.C. at Fletcher Park Inn. Accepting priority deposits NOW for current and future openings. Delicious vege­ tarian meals. Adjacent to Adventist church, academy, nat­ ural foods store, hospital, living center and medical offices. Linda McIntyre, 150 Tulip Trail,

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Hendersonville, NC 28792; (800) 249-2882; or e-mail fpiret@ juno.com. -6295-2001,04 LEASE TO OWN: Bryson City, N.C., in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. 4-bedroom/3-bath executive home on approximate­ ly one acre. 3,600 square feet, 3car garage, inground pool, jacuzzi, custom landscaping. $1,100 per month. Other WNC homes available. Call (828) 2725900 or (877) 763-1791. -62992001,04

RETIREMENT AGE? Enjoy

Florida’s wonderful weather! Just $835 for a private rental room, including vegetarian meals, util­ ities, cable w/3 ABN, maintenance and grounds care. 13.5 acres of beautiful grounds and trees, SDA church, heated pool, activities. Maid service and transportation available. Conference owned and operated. Call Sharon (800) 7298017; www.sdamall.com; shaschlipp@aol.com. —62642001,03

FOR SALE: Double-wide, 3bedroom, 2-bath mobile home with enclosed proches both sides, 1,537 sq. ft., on two lots, 3 1/3 wooded acres, nearly 1,000 ft. of frontage on 14-acre lake. Separate garage apartment. Excellent lake­ front building site on second lot. Asking $79,500 or best offer. Quick sale urgent. (931) 692-3531 or 3366. -6291-2001,03 FOR SALE: 1,700 square foot home one mile from Wisconsin Academy; 25 miles from Madison. Charming 3-bedroom home has skylights in living room and open, airy kitchen/dining room area. Den and laundry room downstairs. Includes assisted liv­ ing apartment with one bedroom, full kitchen, living room and bath. Call (920) 484-6182. -62932001,03

PROPERTY FOR SALE: 16 acres, 50 minutes from Collegedale/Chattanooga, 1.75 hours from Atlanta. Electricity, water, sewage, and one-bedroom trailer as bonus. Property sur­

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rounds a hill, overlooking Lookout Mountains, and a creek runs through it. Beautiful build­ ing site in affluent area. Asking $48,000, much less than current acreage value. Contact Lawrence at (616) 473-2784; 471-7437; kamva@andrews .edu. —62962001,03 THREE-YEAR-OLD HOME,

private, out in the country, in Upper Peninsula, Mich., one mile from Adventist church and school. Detached 2-car garage, 3-bed­ room, 2-bath, full walk-out base­ ment, cathedral ceiling, gas rock fireplace, loft, wide doorways, large porch, big windows, gor­ geous view, located on 7.5 acres. Call (906) 639-2917. -6300-2001,03 For Sale

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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.

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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 Calendar: Mar. 23-24 — Sixth Annual Swallen Mission Lectureship (see announce­ ment below); 24—Faculty recital, 8:00 p.m., Pioneer

Memorial Church (PMC), Castelbuono Youth Chapel. Performing will be Carla Trynchuk, violin, and Peter Cooper, piano; 24—Gymnics Home Show, 8:00 p.m., Johnson Gymnasium. For more information call 616-471 -3253. 30—SM/Taskforce Lamp­ lighter Service, 7:30 p.m., PMC. 31—Steve Green Concert, 7:30 p.m., Johnson

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Mar. 23-24—Sixth Annual Swallen Mission Lectureship,

PMC, Castelbuono Memorial Chapel. The Department of World Mission presents, “The Christian Church in a Pluralist Society: A Theology of Religious Encounter, with speaker Charles E. Van Engen, professor, Fuller Theological Seminary, School of World Mission. For more informa­ tion, contact the Department of World Mission, (616) 471 -6505 or mssn@andrews .edu. Apr. 4-7—Ethics Weekend,

Garber Auditorium, Chan Shun Hall. Theme: Hate and the Limits of Tolerance. Featured speaker is Floyd Cochran, the former national press secretary and chief spokesperson for the Idaho-based Aryan Nations. Cochran is currently one of the most recognized and respected figures on the anti-hate, anti­ violence speakers circuit. Interviewed as an expert on

hate groups, he has appeared on numerous national television and radio programs, including ABC’s “Nightline,” CNN’s “Talkback Live,” and Fox News. For more information, call (616) 471-3444, or check on-line at www.andrews .edu/news. Apr. 12-15—Adventist Historians. The Association of

Seventh-day Adventist Historians will meet at Andrews University. Teachers may receive continuing education (CEU) credit for attending or presenting papers on historical subjects or pedagogical issues. For further information, con­ tact Gary Land, Department of History and Political Science, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 49104; e-mail land@andrews. edu. Apr. 26-29—Andrews University Alumni Homecoming 2001: Deep Roots. This

year’s annual celebration is the kick-off event for commemo­ rating 100 years since the cam­ pus moved from Battle Creek to Berrien Springs. The weekend will be a chronological pro­ gression from 1901 to the future. “Deep Roots, the Future Unfolds” is the theme. The Sabbath speaker will be Dwight K. Nelson, M.Div. 1976, D.Min. ’86. Special reunions are planned for the classes of: 1931, ’41, ’51,’61,’71,’81, and’91. Dust off your yearbooks and plan to attend. For more information, please contact the Alumni House, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI 491040950; (616) 471-3591; e-mail alumni@andrews.edu. For more information, including local

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accommodations, visit our web site: www.andrews.edu/ alumni. The 50th class reunion of

Emanuel Missionary College (EMC), now Andrews University, class of 1951 will be held at Andrews University Apr. 26-29. Plans are being made for a fun weekend for everyone. Please plan to attend this very special reunion. For more information on weekend activities, contact the alumni office at (616) 471-3591.

Lake Union Offerings:

Mar.

10—

Adventist World Radio; 17— Church Budget; 24—Local Conference Advance; 31— Spring Mission Appeal (see ad on page 23); 31 — 13th Sabbath Offering: Unusual Opportunities and Attached Union (see following announce­ ment); Apr. 7—Church Budget.

Special Days: Mar. 11-17—

Adventist Youth Week of Prayer; 24—Disabilities Awareness Sabbath. First Quarter 2001, 13th Sabbath Offering is divided

between two projects. Sixty per­ cent of the offering will be used to build 50 chapels in the Southern Africa Union. Forty percent of the offering will be used for unusual opportunities to be determined as needs arise. Legal Notice: The 19th busi­ ness session of the Lake Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held in the Pioneer Memorial Church at Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan, on May 22, 2001. The first meeting of the session will convene at 8:30 a.m. on May 22. This session is being held for the purpose of receiving reports for the fiveyear period ending December 31, 2000, the election of offi­ cers, assistant treasurers, depart­ mental directors and associate directors, an executive com­

mittee for the ensuing five years, and to consider proposed con­ stitutional changes and the transaction of such other busi­ ness as may properly come before the delegates. Gordon L. Retzer, president Walter L. Wright, secretary Legal Notice: Notice is here­

by given that a meeting of the Lake Union Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists will be held in the Pioneer Memorial Church at Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan, on May 22, 2001, at 8:30 a.m. Agenda items will include election of trustees for the ensuing term of five years, consideration of pro­ posed changes in the constitu­ tion and bylaws, and the trans­ action of such other business as may properly come before this meeting. The delegates to the 19th business session of the Lake Union Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventist are delegates to this meeting.

Gordon L. Retzer, president Walter L. Wright, secretary

Illinois Broadview Academy 2001 homecoming weekend, May 3-5! Welcome to all former

grads, students, teachers, and friends. We’ve planned a great weekend, including a Chicago River trip, golf, walks, and other events. Come on Thursday with your special skills to help BVA. Jerry Holdridge will be the fea­ tured Sabbath speaker. Mrs. Ginny Olson will direct the Symphonettes in “Green Cathedral.” All former Symphonette members are invited to come and sing. Honored class­ es are: 1941,’51,’61,’71,’81, and ’91. Contact Marty Anderson for details at (847) 498-0572; martyanderson@ ameritech.net; or the alumni office at (630) 232-7441. We’re looking forward to seeing you.

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Indiana Legal Notice: Notice is here­ by given that the 37th triennial session of the Indiana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held in the Chapel Building at Indiana Academy, Route 19, Cicero, Indiana, on Sunday, Apr. 22, 2001, at 10:00 a.m. Dulyaccredited delegates and delegates-at-large will be author­ ized to receive reports, elect a conference president, secretary, treasurer, departmental direc­ tors, a Conference Executive Com-mittee, a K-12 Board of Education, a Standing Nomi­ nating Committee, and a Standing Constitution and Bylaws Committee, and to issue credentials and licenses for the ensuing three years. Delegates will transact such other busi­ ness as may properly come before the delegation. Each church will be entitled to one delegate for the church organi­ zation and one additional dele­ gate for each 25 members or major fraction thereof. The organizing committee will meet the same day, Sunday, Apr. 22, 2001, at 9:00 a.m. at Indiana Academy. Clayton R. Farwell, president Archie Moore, secretary

Legal Notice: Notice is here­ by given that a regular trienni­ al session of the members of the Indiana Association of Seventh-day Adventists, Inc., a corporation, will be held in con­ nection with the 37th triennial session of the Indiana Confer­ ence of Seventh-day Adventists at Indiana Academy, Route 19, Cicero, Indiana, on Sunday, Apr. 22, 2001. The first meet­ ing of the Association will be called to order at approximate­ ly 1:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect a board of directors for the ensuing trien­ nial term, to restate and amend the articles of incorporation and bylaws, and to transact such other business as may properly come before the delegates. Delegates of the 37th triennial session of the Indiana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists are likewise dele­ gates to the Association meet­ ing. Clayton R. Farwell, president Albert D. Inglish, secretary

Lake Region Legal Notice: Notice is here­ by given that the regular trienni­ al session of the Lake Region Conference of Seventh-day

Adventists will be held at the City Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church, 8816 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, Sunday, May 6,2001, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The purpose of the session is to elect officers and departmental directors for the ensuing term, and for the trans­ action of such other business as may properly come before the delegates. Delegates to this ses­ sion are duly appointed repre­ sentatives of the various church­ es of the conference. Each church is entitled to one delegate for each 35 members or major fraction thereof. The organizing commit­ tee, made up of duly appointed members from the churches, will meet on Saturday night, May 5, 2001, at 7:30 p.m. at the City Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church. Norman K. Miles, president George C. Bryant, secretary Legal Notice: Notice is here­ by given that the regular trienni­ al session of the members of the Lake Region Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists, Inc., a corporation, will be held in connection with the 23rd session of the Lake Region Conference of Seventh-day Adventists at the City Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church,

8816 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, Sunday, May 6, 2001. The first meeting of the Association will be called to order at approximately 2:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to restate and amend the articles of incorporation and bylaws, to elect trustees for the ensuing term, and to transact such other business as may properly come before the delegates. Delegates from the churches in attendance at the 23rd triennial session of the Lake Region Conference comprise the constituency of the Association. Norman K. Miles, president George C. Bryant, secretary

Michigan Correction notice: In the “New Members” section of the January issue of the Lake Union Herald, on page 5, the name Norma Pittsley that appears in the third column and in the photo caption is incorrect. The correct name is Dorothy Pittsley. Ellen White for the 21st Century: How Relevant Is She?

An interest-packed weekend begins Friday evening Apr. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in PMC and continu­ ing in University Towers Auditorium on Sabbath. Speakers include Cindy Tutsch, Craig Newborn, Roger Coon, James Nix, and William Fagal. They will present a candid look at Ellen White and her ministry. Others will share their experi­ ences with her writings. A panel will answer questions from the audience Saturday evening. Come and join the action. Sponsored by the Adventist Theological Society, Midwest Chapter. For more information, contact Bill Fagal (616) 4711118 or fagalw@aubranch .egwestate.andrews.edu; or Ted Wade at 471-4717 or (800) 6505076. Faith for Today Family Ministries Seminar: Binding

the Wounds with Drs. Ron and Nancy Rockey is coming to the Jackson, Mich., area Apr. 27-29. Topics include: Impact of Unmet Needs, Satan’s Agenda, Rejection’s Causes and Results, Prescription for Character Restoration, The Hope-filled Future. For more information, call (877) 7836066.

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Attention Spring Valley

Academy in Bismarck, N.D.

Academy alumni. Homecom­

Honor classes are those who

Valley Grande Academy

ing weekend will be Apr.

graduated (or attended) the

announces it’s annual homecoming weekend to be held Mar. 23-24. All alumni and friends of the academy are invit­ ed to come. Honor classes are 1941, ’51, ’61, ’71, ’76, ’81, ’91, and ’96. The Sabbath serv­ ice speaker will be Sam Thomas (’81). On Friday night, Doris (Mama) Overton, faculty mem­ ber from ’72-’91, and Pascual Pena (’54) will be inducted into the VGA Hall of Fame. For more information, call Rick Lofton at (956) 968-0573; or Nancy Hackett at (956) 5655626. Hope to see you there.

20-22. The theme is “The

World Church

Jefferson Adventist Academy alumni will host their homecoming weekend Apr. 20-22. For more information,

contact Gloria Rose Harper, P.O. Box 187, Jefferson, TX 75657; or e-mail: morninglori_a @hotmail.com.

World Our Mission” with speaker Steve Sherman (’81). Honor classes are ’71, ’76, ’ 81, ’86, ’91, and ’96. For more information, call (937) 4331790; or e-mail sthall@sva .pvt.kl2.oh.us. Your friends will be here, you should be here too! Glendale Adventist Academy classes of 1969, ’70,

and ’71 will be having a com­ bined reunion get-together Sabbath, May 5 and Sunday, May 6. For more information, contact Carole Derry-Bretsch at (909) 797-8659; or e-mail Carole at carole@cybetime.net. Plainview Academy, for­ merly of Redfield, S.D., has set the weekend of June 22-24 as the date for this year’s alumni reunion. It will be held on the campus of Dakota Adventist

classes ending in 1 or 6. A spe­ cial invitation is extended to all

former PVA students, faculty,

staff, parents, and friends. Come

join the fun! For information, contact PVA alumni secretary

Charlene (Scholl) Binder at

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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 committed to growing a dynamic Christian fellowship in our part of the vineyard. Our worship style is contemporary. Our message 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.

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administration, worrying over how quickly the presi­ dent will try to “bring the country together” and enact a Sunday law. Other authors praise the president for “putting God back into government” and predict a great four years for the church. Last week I listened as a pastor warned about the growing power of the Christian Coalition. “These events prove,” he conclud­ ed, “that we are living in the last days of Earth.”

Delivered! Fear sells. When I was in academy, our youth pastor wrote books about the “last days,” the “time of trouble” and the “second coming.” They included charts and dia­ grams which explained exactly when all of the different times of trouble would occur, when to flee to the mountains, and when to be most afraid. The pages were printed in several colors, with the most important paragraphs in bright red. The books sold well, and I still have my dog-eared copies around here somewhere.

I do not like “last day” books. Each one seems to be written to scare me into making a decision for God. Instead, they make me worry so much about tribulation, the antichrist, and assassins that I have little time to even think about God. Fear of the enemy over­ whelms love of the Creator. People of all ages and per­ suasions have a fascination with final events. Like Christ’s disci­ ples, we want to know what will happen and when it will happen. We’d love to have a special Palm Pilot software program, showing exactly when to flee from the cities and how much dried fruit to take along. We’d like to know who to fear and when we should fear them.

Several recent magazine articles have analyzed the new US

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We are not living in the last days of Earth. These may be the last days of Satan’s power on Earth, but this planet is God’s special jewel, and it will be here throughout eternity. I, for one, plan to live here for squillions and squil­ lions of years. In the meantime, God promises “a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations.” (Daniel 12:1)

During the year of Rwanda’s genocide, I asked an African friend if this was the promised “time of trouble.” “It is for them,” he replied.

Last year I asked similar questions of friends from Columbia, East Timor, Kosovo and Bosnia. All gave similar answers. We live in a time when many are buried in deep distress and trouble. Millions live in terror of today’s traumas! But not Christians. If you have invited Christ to take control of your life, if you have asked that your name be written in God’s Book of Life, there is no reason for you to be afraid. You already know the outcome for you and for the world. Two verses explain it clearly. Matthew 24:22 reads: “If those days had not been cut short, no one would survive, but for the sake of the elect those days will be shortened.” Daniel 12:1 says: “At that time, Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise and everyone whose name is found written in the book will be

delivered. ”

The italics are mine. I put them there to remind me that fear of death, destruction, antichrists, or assassins doesn’t fit into the peace of a Christian’s mind. Although the Devil will throw his best (and worst) at us, we have nothing to fear. Our PRINCE, the one who PROTECTS His people, is breaking into the flow of history to DELIVER us. Yes, we may face dishonest judges. So did Jeremiah.

Yes, we may run for our lives. So did Mary, Joseph, and Jesus. Yes, we may lose everything to unjust laws. So did Anne Frank. Yes, we may hide, half-starving, in the wilderness. So did Elijah.

Yes, we may be persecuted and killed. So was Christ.

But afraid? Not for those who are concentrating on the big picture of God’s promised deliverance. My academy youth pastor and I worshiped at the same church recently. After the service he asked me if I still had his books. “Yes,” I said. “Somewhere.”

“Throw them away,” he said. “I spent far too much time being afraid of what was coming. Instead, I wish I had just written a book on trusting the Savior.” Fear sells. Hope saves.

Dick Duerksen

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Lake Union Herald Profiles ofYouth

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

Vol. 93, No. 3

March 2001

The Lake Union Herald Staff

Sarah Woolf, a 2000 graduate from Andrews Academy, is currently a freshmen at Andrews University where she is pursuing a degree in elementary education. Sarah is involved all over campus, but especially in music as a member of the University Singers, Chorale, Women’s Chorus, Wind Symphony, Bell Choir, and Orchestra. As part of her job at Student Activities, Sarah planned the SA-sponsored Chocolate Night, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, and is Sarah Woolf involved with the planning of other campus events. “Sarah is a pleasant addition to the SA staff. She’s friendly, outgoing, and organized,” says Jonathan Shell, director of Student Activities. The 19-year-old also has a passion for service, having been on two mission trips. She also ran a homeless ministry for two years in downtown Detroit. Sarah is the daughter of Dan and Julie Woolf, members of the Oakwood Church, Taylor, Mich. A graduate from Broadview Academy in 1997, Jeff Fish is currently a junior at Andrews University. Jeff plans to grad­ uate in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in family stud­ ies, after which he plans to pursue a master’s degree in school counseling. Besides his studies, being head resident assistant (R.A.) of Burman Men’s Residence Hall, and working as a research assistant for the School of Education’s Project TAB, Jeff still finds time to be a member of University Singers. JeffFish “Jeff is an excellent young man with high energy, consisten­ cy, and a good spiritual commitment,” says Jack Mentges, dean of men at Andrews University. The 22-year-old says he has “been blessed” to have spent the last four summers working at Camp Au Sable in Grayling, Michigan. Last spring as Jeff was driving up to visit friends at camp, he and his girlfriend were in an accident where his car was totaled, but both walked away unharmed. “God saved our lives that day and con­ vinced me that He had a plan for my life,” says Jeff. Jeff is the son of Milton and Ruth Fish. He is a member of the Waukegan (Illinois) Church where his father is the pastor.

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Contributing Editors Adventist Health System, Midwest Region .......... Judy L. Leach J udyLeach@ahss.org Andrews University............................................................................. Illinois................ Richard Carey 74617.1243@compuserve.com Indiana..................... Clay Farwell 74617.771@compuserve.com Lake Region.......................................................................................... Michigan......Sandra Blackmer 110175.1313@compuserve.com Wisconsin ...........................................James Fox jfox@chorus.net

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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. Indiana: Clay Farwell, president; Archie Moore, secretary, George Crumley, treasurer; street address: 15250N. 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; Michael Jamieson, 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 correspon­ dent. Stories submitted online at luc.adventist.org are automati­ cally e-mailed to the local conference communication director. When submitting stories by direct e-mail, copy your local con­ ference 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.

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