September 2001

Lake Union Herald SEPTEMBER 2001

Campers Meet Jesus

Editorial

Contents 2 Editorial: It’s a Mystery 3

Operation Amigo: Costa Rican Mission

It’s a Mystery

4 New Members

6 Campers Meet Jesus

by Gordon L. Retzer, Lake Union Conference President

10 Restored White Home Dedicated in Battle Creek

12 To Russia with Love 13 Creative Parenting: Heading off to School

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still remember his name. Dr. Horton. He’s the doctor I told about who was on a

drinking binge when Cheryl and I needed him. She was having complications

with our first little baby boy during the fifth month of pregnancy, and when we

went to the emergency room, he was on call but never came because he was

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drunk. Because it was a behavioral pattern, the hospital credentials committee got involved. For us it was a nightmare, and a very painful ordeal. I shared in

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August’s editorial that we lost that first baby. Because Dr. Horton didn’t come,

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my wife suffered for hours, and you can imagine how we felt once we found out

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why he didn’t come.

At the time, I was part-time chaplain of the Punta Gorda, Florida, hospital and pastor of the church. It was a small hospital with an equally small medical staff. The word began to circulate about how the chaplain’s wife had lost

a baby, and that the emergency room doctor couldn’t answer the call because he

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was drunk. Dr. Horton never tried to contact us to apologize.

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the other end of the line said he needed help. He was depressed and wanted to

About a year later, at 2:00 a.m., the phone woke me up. The person on

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die. He said he needed a chaplain, and he knew I could help him. It was Dr.

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More accurately, he was commanding me. “The nerve,” I wanted to tell him, “to

Horton, and he was drunk. He was begging me to come to his house immediately.

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Profiles of Youth

Cover Elijah, Man of God, was the play for the Sabbath evening campfire at Camp Timber Ridge. The camp staff prepared a spectac­ ular special effect so that when "Elijah" prayed, fire would come from "heaven" to con­ sume the sacrifice and the alter. Herald photo.

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call me in the middle of the night and order me over to your house after what you’ve done to my wife!” But I didn’t. I began to experience a mystery. I felt drawn to help him

and immediately got dressed and drove to his house. I was surprised at how I

treated him. He was surrounded by bottles, everything was a mess, and he was

hardly coherent. I told him I came to help him because that’s what Jesus would do. I admitted to him it wasn’t me that was there but Jesus living in me. It is a

mystery, Paul says, the mystery that has been hidden, but now is known, “Christ in you, the hope of glory” Colossians 1:27. It’s a mystery because it’s not natural. For us humans, anyway. And I

praise God that if I ask Him to, He will make me fulfill the mystery of grace in my personal actions toward others. He helps me treat people not as they might

deserve, but as Jesus would treat them. Jesus says to sinners, “Call on me, and I will answer.” I stayed the rest of that night over at Dr. Horton’s house. He began to

sober up, and I spent the next day making arrangements for him to get some help. I never scolded him or told him off about the night he didn’t come to help us. I

did tell him God could change his life.

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Operation

Amigo

Costa Rican Mission by Loren Nelson III he first of two groups from Wisconsin’s Fox Valley district, which also includes the New London Fox Valley, Wisconsin, district members put on the church roof in Orotina, Costa Rica, despite a 30-mile-per-hour wind. Church, embarked on a two-week short-term mission trip on February Sabbath in response to a call for those church was taking shape. 15. After many months of planning who wanted to start Bible studies. Sabbath was spent worshiping in and praying, a 67-member team from The church was completed on the English church at the Universidad several states was on its way to build a Friday, February 23, and the camp was Adventista de Centro America. That church in Orotina, Costa Rica. completed on the following Sunday. night our group boarded two buses On Friday, February 16, a bus took The new church, except for two doors and left for the Adventist youth camp about 30 of the group to the work and electricity, a new first aid clinic, just outside of Orotina. Part of our sight over mountain passes and and freshly-painted cabins were ready mission was to for use. A new podium for the church renovate the camp. and a mural for the camp were also Bright and complete. A few days were spent touring the early we heard country, and “beautiful” would not screams as the begin to describe the time there! The ladies tried to team was sad to leave their new baby take showers church. Future plans are to install with enormous electricity and send material for the toads joining pastor and church for additional them in the Sixty-seven workers from several states participated in the Costa Rican mission trip. construction, and some people are stalls. even planning on returning to build an While the orphanage. construction winding roads complete with cliffs As the group winged their way crew went to the work site, a team and breathtaking scenery. The trip back to the cold north, they all headed by Paul Conner, a dentist from from Alajuela to Orotina took two realized that they had been changed. Shiocton, Wisconsin, and a team hours and then the work started. They had represented Jesus to a small headed by Joseph Weber, a retired Despite temperatures of 110-114 town in Costa Rica. family practice physician from New degrees, the group got busy laying the Do you have compassion for London, Wisconsin, started minister­ first blocks. In just one day most of others? Go on a mission trip and let ing to the local community. the first four courses of block were God use you! Those who came to the clinics were laid with rebar in place. Sunburns, invited to come to the church on tired muscles, and one compressed Loren Nelson III is the Fox Valley dis­ Sabbath. The group was thrilled when vertebra were the casualties on the trict pastor and communication seven people came forward on first day, but hearts sang as the new leader.

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Michigan

New

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Illinois On May 27, David C. Butts and Mary Mitchell-Butts of Sycamore,

Illinois, officially became members of the De Kalb Church by baptism and profession of faith respectively. David, who was baptized by Pastor Tom Whitsett with the assistance of his son Brad, had attempted baptism on three different occasions, but something had interfered each time. Since then he has experienced problems at work relative to having the Sabbath hours free to worship God, but he still holds strong to his faith in spite of verbal warnings. David is an example to his cowork­ ers as he takes a stand for his beliefs. Mary joined the church by profession of faith. She had accepted Christ in another church at the early age of 14 while living in Kentucky. During the years that followed, she had two sons, Gary and Travaress Mitchell. She always believed that everything would work out “through the Lord.” In 1991 David and Mary were married at the De Kalb Church where David’s mother, Lorena, is a member. The young couple read and studied the Bible daily to learn God’s will for their lives. Studying together means everything to them as they compare earlier childhood teachings with their newfound faith. They also dedicated their daughter, Ayana Breanne, to the Lord as they want only the best for her. Their spiritual growth has been enhanced by the support of their family and church family members. Mary Saur, De Kalb Church communication secretary *

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Shirley Peters tells the story of her and her husband Dave’s conver­ sion:

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“My husband, Dave, and I were baptized members of a Christian church in Champaign. Through the years, at times I would question my hometown church pastor about why we didn’t observe Saturday instead of Sunday, and I would always be told it was because when Jesus died, His sacrifice cancelled the law, and Sunday became the day of worship. One day at home I came across the Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN) and started watching. The main message I was hearing was their observance of the seventh-day Sabbath. It made perfect sense to me, and I began to listen to sermons about other Bible teachings and doctrines. I was happy to know more about Jesus. David and Shirley One Peters are now mem­ Sabbath bers of the Cham­ afternoon, paign Church. Michael Alexandrov, a teenager from the Champaign Church came to my door with a flyer about an evangelistic series and invited me to come to one of their evening programs. I accepted the invitation, and when I went to the church, I felt very welcomed by everyone. My husband and I could hardly bear the thought of leaving our friends and the pastor that we had grown to love. It was very hard, but we had to follow Jesus and obey His word. We felt so thoroughly convinced of the truth in the Bible studies given on 3ABN, we gave our lives to Jesus and were re-baptized.” Jean-Claude Nkou, Lake Union Herald communication intern

Adventist more than 30 years ago in Pontiac. However, her recent lifestyle revealed she had drifted far away from her Savior. Her daughter, Rosilee, who had joined the Adventist Church as a small girl, was now living in Gaylord, with her parents. Thelma had become seriously ill, and Rosilee had come to care for her mother’s physical needs as she recovered from a nearly fatal

From left: (front row) Rosilee and Thelma Hopkins; (back row) Terry Nelson, Gaylord Church pastor; his wife, Nancy; and Dan and Kay Collins, a Michigan Conference evangelistic team.

illness. When Thelma recovered, however, both women returned to their former lifestyle of playing the casino slot machines. About that time, Rosilee began attending the Gaylord Church and was convicted that gambling did not have heaven’s approval. The Holy Spirit began convicting Thelma and Rosilee that they needed a change of heart. Suddenly, the lights, the music, the jingle of the coins, the excitement of the casino, lost their glamour as Thelma and Rosilee felt God calling them away from their worldly environ­ ment into a better life. Soon after this, the Hour Times prophecy seminar began at the Gaylord Church. Rosilee never missed a lecture. She rediscovered the joy of the Lord as Jesus was uplifted, and His truth became even clearer to her understanding. Thelma also came to some of the meetings, and as the

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crusade drew to its close, she request­ ed to be anointed for physical healing. As Dan Collins, Hour Times evangel­ ist, and Terry Nelson, Gaylord Church pastor, prepared her for this spiritual experience, they asked her to search her heart to be sure nothing was standing between her and Jesus’ divine intervention in her healing. That spiritual challenge resulted in both Thelma and Rosilee choosing to rededicate their lives to Jesus and His biblical truths. It was a high day on Sabbath, April 7, when Pastor Nelson baptised the two women and prayed that the presence of the Holy Spirit would make them power-filled witnesses. There was great rejoicing in heaven, as well as in the Gaylord Church, for God had, indeed, won two gambling hearts. Kay Collins, Hour Times crusade correspondent * * *

Tom and Jeannie Brevig were both baptized, as young people, into the Seventh-day Adventist Church. They married and became quite successful in their chosen careers and as leaders within their local church; however, because of certain events that occurred, they later became disillu­ sioned with the church. As their spiritual foundation began to crumble, their home also fell apart. In God’s providence, Tom and Jeannie, along with Jeannie’s mother, Lucy Irwin, moved to Michigan. Lucy had remained an Adventist through the years and longed to have Tom and Jeannie rededi­ cate their lives to God. When Lucy learned about the upcoming satellite crusade by Evangelist From left: Lucy Kenneth Cox, she Irwin; Jeannie wanted to invite and Tom Brevig. her friends and neighbors to see it, but she had no way to show the series. That was when some church

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members gave her a satellite dish, along with a lifetime membership to 3ABN. As the Midnight Cry prophecy crusade began, Tom and Jeannie found themselves seated in the living room hearing the truths of God’s word preached with power and certainty. Their hearts began to heal. In the spring, the evangelistic team of Dan and Kay Collins began the Hour Times prophecy crusade in the Belleville (Mich.) Church near the Brevig home. Lucy volunteered her services as part-time crusade pianist, and she and Jeannie attended regularly while Tom attended whenever he could. As Jesus and the truths of His word were uplifted, Tom and Jeannie felt the gentle tug of the Holy Spirit. When the call was made for full surrender, they both responded. On Sabbath, May 19, 2001, Byani Pastrana, Belleville Church pastor, baptized Tom and Jeannie. Kay Collins, Hour Times crusade correspondent k

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Brenda Tilton has quite a story to tell. By God’s grace, she is becoming more than a conqueror—although it has not always been so. Many years ago, Brenda attended an evangelistic series presented by Royce Snyman, Michigan Conference personal ministries director. At the end of the series, she was baptized into the Belleville Church. However, she failed to maintain a vital relationship with Jesus and found herself slipping back into her former lifestyle. But God does not give up on His wandering children. Years passed, and Brenda and her husband, Stewart, found themselves living only two doors away from the Belleville Church where Brenda had once been a member. Brenda recalled the peace and joy that had been hers when she had committed her life to Jesus. She began to respond to the voice of Jesus calling her and started attending church again. She soon

requested Bible studies from the church pastor, Bayani Pastrana; but her faith was soon to be challenged. Brenda was diagnosed with cancer. Surgery, chemo-therapy, and radiation followed, but Brenda refused to allow herself to become discour­ aged. From left: Stewart and God Brenda Tilton, newly filled baptized members of Brenda’s the Belleville Church. heart with such strength and courage that she became a marvel to those caring for and counseling with her. She soon returned to work and began to encourage all those she knew to be suffering from cancer. She made each one a subject of prayer and asked the other church members to join her in praying for them. When an Hour Times prophecy crusade began at the church, Brenda never missed a night. She drank in the spiritual truths as Evangelist Dan Collins preached the word with power and conviction. Although she was rejoicing in a new relationship with Jesus, she was praying that her husband, Stewart, would join her. Whenever he attended a meeting, she was filled with joy. When she made her decision to be rebaptized, she asked him if he would come and witness the ceremony. On Sabbath afternoon, May 19, 2001, Stewart felt the conviction of the Holy Spirit as he watched his wife, Brenda, being baptized and confirm­ ing her newly established relationship with her Savior. That night, as Pastor Collins made a call for surrender and commitment to Jesus, Stewart gladly responded. Brenda and Stewart desire to be a team working together for the Lord and are thankful that He can make us more than conquerors. Kay Collins, Hour Times crusade correspondent

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Campers Meet Jesus Summer camping in the Lake Union Conference Solid supports for a climbing tower already exist on the 566 acres of the new camp.

The new Illinois Conference youth camp is located about 15 miles southeast of Galesburg.

Four ponds and this 20-acre lake will provide for a variety of water sports at Camp Akita. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall on the main lodge and two cab­ ins. The lodge, shown below, will contain the dining hall, motel rooms, and storage. Ground-breaking will be held on Sabbath, September 22, during the Central Illinois camp meeting which will feature James Gilley, North American Division vicepresident as the main speaker.

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“ W M atthew was quite a handful,” Mike Edge, Wisconsin f % /1 Conference youth director, relates. “He spent his week at >

▼ Kcamp challenging the counselor in an inquisitive way,

asking whether God existed, and if He existed was He interested in human affairs. Throughout the week, he asked the counselor many thought-provoking questions about the nature of the Godhead, cre­ ation, and evolution. The Friday night play was about the war in heaven, and the campers were asked to make a decision for Jesus. Sabbath morning at breakfast time, the boy’s director asked for volunteers to ask the Lord’s blessing on the food, and Matthew raised his hand. Then again at supper he asked if he could pray. Somehow during the week he had come to the conclusion in his mind that there was a God and that He was listening.”

A baptism is held at the close of every camping week. At Camp Wagoner, before they are baptized, campers take a class called ‘Adventures in God’s Word.”

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boys director, said, “I realize that having a staff position at camp is a high calling from God, because it is here that lives are changed.” Charlie Thompson, Indiana Conference youth director, introduced Melvin Taylor, a Camp Timber Ridge

Camp is a great place for kids to meet Jesus. In each of the five camps in the Lake Union Conference the emphasis is the same. James Micheff, Michigan Conference youth director, said, “There are boats, horses, canoes, crafts, nature study, skiing, wave

The girls of cabin eight at Timber Ridge put their heads together to come up with an idea for the Bible scavenger hunt on Sabbath afternoon.

Ronneio Harewood shows Chris Owolibi, from Chicago, the fine points of archery.

An evening corn roast at camp suited Emily Hannah of Cicero, Indiana, just right. boarding, mountain climbing, go carts, all kinds of activities. These things are tools to bring kids to camp so that they can meet Jesus.” Anthony Kelly, Lake Region youth director, has three rules for camp. “The first is to have fun. The second rule is to have fun, and the third rule is to have more fun. Even though I have those three rules,” he says, “the main thing is that camp is a place where we can get in tune with God.”

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Counselors at camp are mentors who invest time, prayer, and friendship with their campers.

The swimming pool at Camp Wagoner has been enlarged and updated.

How can all these campers get in tune with God? The answer is found in their interaction with the mostly young adult student staff. “The five, six, or more weeks that the staff spends at summer camp provide them an opportunity to become more grounded in their faith and then to share their faith with their campers,” says Larry Schneider, Illinois Conference youth director. Mike McCarty, Camp Wakonda

counselor, who said, “I want to make a difference in kids’ lives. I want to show them that you can have fun and be a Christian at the same time.” Josh Pedroza, another Timber Ridge counselor who had 10 boys in his unit, said, “This week we had a call for kids who wanted to give their lives to Jesus, and all of my campers went up. That touched me, knowing that perhaps I had encouraged them to give their lives to Jesus. That made

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Coleen Birkenhouer and Brook Harris spot a bird during their nature class at Camp Au Sable.

Campers learn the basic moves and patterns of marching during the drum corps week at Camp Wagoner.

The climbing wall is part of the high adventure area of Camp Au Sable.

me feel good about myself and let me know why I am here.” Heidi Whitehead told the story of one of the girls in her cabin at Timber Ridge. “All this girl did was fight and argue with the other girls. Then Friday night after the passion play campfire, she came to me in tears. We went back to the cabin, and I prayed with her. She said that her dad was not a Christian, and she was worried about it. She said, T want to be baptized, and I think that God wants me to lead my dad to Christ.’ This girl went from being rebellious to wanting to be baptized and wanting to lead her dad to Jesus.” Jessica Horricks had nine girls in her unit. She said, “Camp Au Sable is God’s camp. He keeps sending campers Brit Steele, Camp Au Sable waterfront director, gives a spe­ cial campfire worship for a girls unit.

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Meghan Sloan, Tricia Mitacek, and Tina Olakowski agree that camp is a great place to be with your friends.

Trying to stay on the banana and getting spilled is a lot of fun.

The story of “Taps” was told during the evening campfire program at Camp Wakonda.

Peter McLaughin, from Richland Center, gets acquainted with his mount prior to a trail ride. and the right staff here every summer, and great things come out of it. He just keeps blessing it more and more.” If one considers the effort and time given by church volunteers for Sabbath school, for Pathfinders, and the money spent for our schools, it becomes obvious that our young people are important to us. Youth camps in the Seventh-day Adventist Church are a big deal! The goal for each one of the camps is to have our kids become friends with Jesus, and that is why they exist!

The Indian village on the shore of the lake is another spe­ cial campfire location at Camp Wakonda.

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White Horne

Dedicated in Battle Creek By Reggie Johnson

was present and delivered a message to the hundreds in attendance. “On behalf of the n 1856 James and Ellen city of Battle Creek we would White moved into the like to say thank you,” he said. first house they ever “You have done so much for owned, and the only home our community that there’s no that the whole family lived way that we can ever pay you in. On June 30, 2001, 145 back. We’ve enjoyed the years later, this same relationship, and this house was dedicated, after relationship is just starting to three years of authentic grow.” restoration, at the Historic The ribbon-cutting Adventist Village (HAV) ceremony took place with in Battle Creek, Michigan. The authentically restored home of the Ellen G. and James representatives from the “It’s not the beautiful White family in Battle Creek, Michigan, was officially dedi­ White family (Jacob paintjob that’s important cated on June 30, 2001. Boring, sixth generation to me as I reflect on this grandson of Ellen White), house,” said James Nix, Adventist Heritage added. “It’s because of what happened Ellen G. White Estate director and Ministry (Alice Voorheis, president), here.” Adventist Heritage Ministry (AHM) financial contributor Versacare Inc. Nix pointed out that it was in this board chair. “Nor is it the historical (Robert E. Coy, president), the Battle house that Ellen White first expressed ‘accuracy’ and the ‘antiques,’” he in writing the message from her famous Time-line “great contro­ versy” vision. 1856 - James and Ellen White purchase a lot on “I think this is Wood Street in Battle Creek, and build and why this house move into the house. means so much 1858 - Ellen White writes first edition of The Great to me now Controversy called Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 1 one today: I have page at a time to begin with, in upper come to realize bedroom of the house. that the 1861 -James and Ellen remodel house (this is the understanding look that was recreated). of the great 1965 - Battle Creek Tabernacle congregation Ralph Benedict (right), AHM Battle controversy purchases the White house. Creek community relations consult­ struggle that is 1982 - House title transfers to Adventist Heritage ant, shows the newly restored house going on ... Ministry and becomes focal point of the to Mark Behnke (center), Battle Creek impacts developing Historic Adventist Village con­ mayor, and Velma Clay (left), Fed­ everything that cept. eral Center Equal Employment I believe and do Opportunity director. 1998 - House restoration begins. as a Seventh­ 2000 -Historic Adventist Village opens and is day Adventist.” dedicated. Creek Tabernacle (Hilda Crandall, Mark 2001 - Restored home of James and Ellen White is member), the city of Battle Creek Behnke, Battle dedicated and formally reopened. (Mark Behnke, mayor), and the Creek mayor, Washington Heights neighborhood

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Also helping to make this dream a through Sister White, is an invaluable reality were many volunteers, among gift,” he wrote. whom were two students from Former GC president Neil Wilson, Bogenhofen, Austria, who sacrificed who was also unable to attend, sent an exhortation asking people to remember their three weeks of vacation to help. what this house means. “It would be easy to forget that in this house lived the messenger of the Lord. In this house angels of God visited with Ellen White,” he wrote. “It was from this house that refreshing spiritual water of life flowed to a thirsty world.” The house was deeded to AHM in 1982, by the members of the Battle Creek Tabernacle, with plans for it to become the focal point of a historic village, which Marian Hart, a Battle Creek Tabernacle mem­ became a reality in ber, greets visitors from a rocking chair in 2000. “This is the the newly restored White home. centerpiece of our village,” said Stanley Cottrell, AHM director for the “We went to America to learn and improve our English,” said Benjamin HAV Rohde, from northern Germany. “Every exhibit we have here focuses its story Rohde, along with Agris Berzins, a on Jesus,” Cottrell added. native of Latvia, were at the Battle Gesturing toward the newly Creek Tabernacle the previous Sabbath when the pastor asked for renovated Ellen White house, he said,“When we volunteers to help with the finishing Ellen White's great-great grandson Don work on the Ellen White house. Rohde talk about the great contro­ Robinson shares a moment with Jacob Boring admitted that it was a big sacrifice to versy story in here, it’s a (sixth generation grandson of Ellen White) as give up their vacation time, but “It’s gospel presentation.” Kenneth Wood, White Estate president, pre­ worth it,” he said. “It’s a good work.” “To impact lives, to pares to give the dedicatory prayer. reestablish faith, and to bring Berzins added, “We thought we could find a place where we could to reality the historical roots help out our Adventist brothers and of the church is our pur­ and we will use them,” said Behnke. pose,” said Don Robinson, greatsisters, and we were happy to have Jan Paulsen, General Conference great-grandson of Ellen White and that opportunity here.” (GC) president, wasn’t able to attend Adventist Heritage Ministry treasurer. “It’s the redevelopment of our but sent written greetings. “May the community that we are constantly “This is the culmination of a lot of dedication and presentation of this moving upon,” said Mayor Behnke. work, a lot of effort, and some major home be instrumental in reminding all financing.” “And I’ve gone on record for saying who attend this dedication today and The major funding for the restora­ that no one would have contributed as visit this site in the future that the gift tion project came through large grants much investment in our community as of prophecy, as given to the church the Adventists have here in the from Versacare Inc., a small Adventist Adventist village. I thank them, the charitable foundation of Corona, people of Battle Creek thank them.” California. The restoration work has If you are interested in helping been led by Buddy Oliver, a profes­ Reggie Johnson is a Lake Union sional contractor from Grand Rapids, at Historic Adventist Village, call Herald communication intern. (423) 396-4007 or visit Michigan, and Carl D. Stearns, a well-

(Velma Laws Clay, Federal Center Equal Employment Opportunity director). “I just want to add my thanks and congratulations to everyone who’s made this possible,” said state Representative Mark Schauer, who was also in attendance. “This really has been a community effort—a community of God, ministry in action—and I would like to thank you all for traveling from near and far to be here to celebrate this part of our joint history together.” Alice Voorheis, AHM president, presented Mayor Behnke with a copy of Spiritual Gifts Vols. 7^/, by Ellen White. “These will be in the library at our house,

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To Russia with Love Zaoksky Seminary in Russia to receive 13th Sabbath offering in September by Barbara Huff he miraculous story of the building of an Adventist seminary in Russia has been told and retold to the church family for more than a decade. The fact that the atheistic Russian government, even before the fall of communism, gave the Adventists a site to build a school to train pastors is still hard to believe. Zaoksky Theological Seminary (ZTS) is truly a miracle school. Just a couple of years ago, the local authorities gave the school permission to dig its own well. Now the days of an intermittent water supply are history. Miracles continue there on a daily basis.

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Thanks to the 13th Sabbath offering this quarter, Zaoksky Theological Seminary has a new gymnasium that seats about 2,000 people.

Several years ago, because of the extreme need for a gymnasium, Maranatha workers erected a metal building on campus. There was no place on campus to seat large audi­ ences, such as those attending concerts and graduation services. The largest meeting hall on campus was

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the chapel in the administration building that seats about 400. There was no place for the students to get physical exercise during the long Russian winters. The school’s accredi­ tation was in jeopardy. Tragically, because of a serious engineering error, the uncompleted building collapsed under the weight of three feet of snow. During the past year, with funds from the settlement of the resulting lawsuit and money borrowed from division operating capital, a multi-purpose building was erected on the founda­ tion of the original building. This project was chosen as a 13th Sabbath offering project because it seemed to be the most urgent need in the Euro-Asia Division (ESD). It was also a building in which the entire division could directly and indirectly benefit. Because the amount borrowed equaled the usual amount received in a 13th Sabbath offering, the General Conference approved constructing the multi-purpose building with borrowed funds. The offering at the end of September will repay that loan. The building was dedicated on graduation weekend in June of this year. For the first time in years, all friends and relatives of the graduates, about 2000 people, could attend this important function. Robert Rawson, General Conference treasurer, was the guest speaker for the event. The curriculum at ZTS is designed to encourage witnessing and mission­ ary work. The seminary president and teachers work side by side with the students in various ministries. This summer a new intensive training program was initiated at ZTS for 325

The class of 2001 was able to hold graduation exercises in the new gym­ nasium in June. Your support of the 13th Sabbath offering will help repay the loan that made this possible.

beginning pastors. At the end of the summer, these men will scatter to the twelve countries that comprise the ESD. Working under the supervision of experienced pastors, they will raise up new churches in unentered areas. The core of these new churches will be a few members from near-by churches who are also dedicated to evangelism. In two years, ESD plans on having 300 new congregations and 300 new church buildings. Please give generously on September 29 to help with the cost of this new building on the campus of ZTS. The new building will not only greatly aid the education of students, but will aid in the outreach of the Euro-Asia Division. Barbara Huff is the U.S. director of development for the Euro-Asia Division.

This new multi-purpose building will not only greatly aid the education of the seminary students, but will aid the outreach of the Euro-Asia Division for years to come.

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PARENTING The Christian perspective for a happier, healthier home life

Heading off to School by Susan E. Murray o your teenager or college-aged child is heading off to school this fall! I’d like to share some ideas you may want to consider: ^Before leaving home, cele­ brate your child’s importance to your family by planning an event before he or she leaves. This can be breakfast out togeth­ er, going out for ice cream in the evening, or even a meal with extended family over a weekend. Make an effort to verbally and specifically affirm the importance of your child in your family and let him know you will miss him. Avoid the humor that can be hurt­ ful. Statements like, “Now the gro­ cery bill won’t be so high,” or “Whew, now I’ll have a break from so much laundry,” are statements that carry a sting. Set up some guidelines as to how often, and how, you will be in touch during the school year. Some par­ ents give their children phone calling cards just for calling home. (This also helps them with time and money management.) I know a parent who emailed his son every day while his son was away for his first year of college. He saved all of his own messages and his son’s responses and made a journal that has become a special part of their family history. Don’t assume your college-aged children don’t need or want you to come to the campus with them. Often they don’t ask parents to help them in this way, but most say they would like their parents to come and be with them.

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When on campus, make an effort to speak to staff who are available to you. For boarding high school this would likely be the principal or vice principal, residence hall dean, counselor, work supervisor and perhaps some of your child’s teachers. For college students, this would likely be your child’s academic advisor, the residence hall dean, the dean “There are two lasting of stu­ dents, or bequests we can give our the vice children. One is roots. The president other is wings.” for stu­ dent serv­ ices, and perhaps some of your child’s professors. This way, if you need to contact someone on campus later in the school year, the connection will have been made. Don’t do all the talking. Let your child take the lead in making arrangements with various people and in asking questions. Then be supportive of them in the conversations ^Find out the dates of major cam­ pus events. Make plans to attend concerts, parent activities, etc. Just because your child doesn’t invite you doesn’t mean he or she wouldn’t enjoy your being there. ^Introduce yourselves to your child’s friends and other school mates. Make an effort to remember your child’s friends and their inter­ ests. SHf you are able to accompany your child to campus, before leaving have a prayer together asking God to bless your child, her room, and what transpires there during the school year. ^Hug and kiss your child before you leave. Tears are okay! When you visit campus after school begins, see if one or more of your child’s friends would like to do something with you off campus. Make the appropriate arrangements with the school administration. Next month we’ll focus on ideas for when your child comes home from school during the school year.

Remember, September 9-15 is Family Togetherness Week!

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A Snail’s Pace Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. James 1:19 ne creature that has always been known for taking its time is the snail. It is no honor to be told that you are as sluggish as a snail, but what if we see the snail not as slow, but as deliberate about what it does? It’s in no hurry. In fact, what would it gain if it raced through life? Sometimes it stays in its shell for a long time. No one knows why it does this, but evidently the creature doesn’t come out unless it has to. Here’s a story that takes that easy­ going attitude toward life to the extreme. Explorers found what appeared to be a dead snail in Egypt. The shell was glued to a card, labeled, and displayed in the British Museum. Several years later, the snail emerged, much to everyone’s sur­ prise and amazement. That snail cer­ tainly was in no hurry! When it does feel inclined to move, the snail lays down a carpet of slime. The slime makes traveling smoother and forms a barrier between the snail and sharp objects along the way. On its slimy path, the snail can move safely even down the edge of a razor blade. But it takes time to produce the snail trail, and the creature takes all the time it needs. One of the surest signs of wisdom is the delibera­ tion with which a person responds to a ticklish

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question. For With James and Priscilla Tucker some reason, we seem to honor the fast answer. We play games to see who can get the answer to a question first, to see who can identify a bird, tree, or flower before anyone else. Maybe that practice has made us too quick to speak when we should take more time to listen or think before we say anything. Maybe we should move more slowly. Wouldn’t you rather be known for your wisdom than for your quick tongue? Take time to think before answering that question. Consider the snail, and pace yourself accordingly.

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Have a snail race—on a bike! Draw a starting line and a finish line. When given the signal to go, rid­ ers must travel as slowly as possible while pedal­ ing their bikes. Anyone who loses balance and puts even one foot on the ground is eliminated. The last rider to cross the finish line wins. Note: This is a lot harder than it sounds!

From In Touch with God: 52 Bible-based Interactive Object Lessons Based on Nature, by James A. and Priscilla Tucker. Ask for it at your local ABC, or order it from Institute of Outdoor Ministry, Box 670, Niles, MI 49120 for $17.50 plus $4.50 shipping/handling.

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as informational talks on men’s health issues by a urologist, cardiologist, and registered dietitian. GlenOaks Hospital offered a men’s health fair in conjunc­ tion with the Glendale Heights Police Department this sum­ mer. More than 50 men received testing for PSAs, blood pres­ sure, cholesterol/glucose, and body fat. Midwest Region A Carol Stream, Ill., participant noted, “My dad died of a heart Tune Up for Life attack in his late 50s, so I know Through its community outreach programs, Adventist how important it Health System Midwest Region promotes healthy living, is to take care of teaches and makes a difference in the lives of com­ myself.” munity members. In addition to Robert Cortez of Romeoville, Ill., is thinking about the the two opportuni­ future these days thanks to a community health program ties for men to that he says changed his lifestyle. learn improved Cortez, 45, described himself as “overweight and one health habits, La who ate too much of the food I shouldn’t eat,” before he Grange Memorial participated in the Tune Up for Life screening at Hinsdale Hospital spon­ Hospital at the encouragement of his son Bob who also sored several attended. Cortez’s cholesterol test results confirmed his screenings,spe­ suspicions that cifically for senhe was not as Adventist Health System Midwest Region ior citizens. healthy as he is helping people monitor their health, Thirty-four of the could be. He improve eating habits, and learn about 75 participants of said the screen­ important health issues. AHSMR serves the Senior Health ings served as a more than 40,000 residents per year Fair held at La wake-up call for through wellness screenings that include Grange Memor­ him. blood pressure checks (left), cholesial Hospital reg­ “I said, ‘No terollglucose blood tests (top), and PSA blood draws (below). istered abnormal­ more excuses.’ I ly high measure­ started power ments and were walking. I referred to physicians stopped eating for further treatment. junk food. I cut “This is one of the down on greasy side benefits to what food and now we do —helping others broil meats. I’ve stay well without lay­ lost 5 pounds ing a financial burden already. I have energy to cut my lawn myself and clean on them, ” said Frieda my car. If I keep this up, I’ll be here to enjoy my grand­ Bertello, AHSMR children someday.” mature markets rep­ Keeping informed on health issues is wise at any age, resentative. AHSMR and the hospitals of Adventist Health System Midwest also collaborated with the Chinese Mutual Aid Society in Region (AHSMR) regularly host health fairs and screenings Westmont, Ill., to offer cholesterol and glucose tests to 30 Chinese to help the community members stay well and well informed. participants through the help of an interpreter. This was the Recently, these outreaches were expanded to focus on men’s second screening offered through this group this year. health issues. As participants weigh their results with increased aware­ According to Ronda Klocko, marketing specialist, the men ness of health issues, behaviors are changing, and AHSMR is ranged in age from 30 to 80. For some, it was the first time facilitating some of that change. they ever had their cholesterol level checked. Lynn Larson, Adventist Health System Midwest Region s The men’s program offered screenings for cholesterol, blood Lake Union Herald correspondent pressure, body fat, and PSA (prostate-specific antigen) as well

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trip to attend an evening vespers program. “All of our concerts were packed, and it was thrilling to University Singers on a Mission in perform for these audiences!” Zork Zimbabwe exclaimed. The University Singers, Andrews University’s select singing During their group, has always included world travel as part of their concert tour, they were schedule, often traveling shortly after the end of each school year. hosted by the This school year was no Seventh-day exception. During their May Games and entertainment comprised Adventist, 7-23 trip to Zimbabwe, the part of the time spent in Zimbabwe. Anglican, and Singers performed sacred con­ Here, freshman elementary education Methodist certs in 14 different locations major Sarah Woolf, plays with a group churches of and were astounded by the of kids. Zimbabwe. They exotic beauty of the country, visited Solusi which included visits to College and gave concerts in three of the largest Adventist Victoria Falls and the Great churches in Harare. Zimbabwe Ruins. This trip As a testimony to the mission emphasis of the trip, Zork ended up being much more shared the joy of meeting with fellow Christians and the incred­ about singing, witnessing, and ible generosity of the students toward the Zimbabweans. Since traveling. This year included one US dollar was worth about 50 Zimbabwe dollars, bills a powerful sense of God’s handed out to children or their mothers would mean they could mission as the group took eat for days. Several students befriended a group of homeless time to reach out to and share men living near one of their hotels and took them sandwich­ Vasiliy Misura poses with a with the many children living es each evening while they talked, prayed, and read the Bible young fan after a concert. as orphans in this AIDS-ravtogether. “This nightly Bible study and prayer with the street aged country. venders would move you to tears,” Zork shared. “I was “We took 2,000 pounds of clothing and toys with us, which impressed by how much the students left in Zimbabwe. They we distributed between four orphanages,” said Stephen Zork, bought things simply to give them away to someone else.” University Singers director. Since their return, the underlying political unrest within the Richard Parke, sophomore computer information systems country has taken a turn for the worse. As a result, the ministry, major and Singers member, recalls the amazement of minis­ hospitality, and travel the Singers enjoyed while in the country tering to the children and seeing their perpetual smiles, regard­ is now an impossibility in Zimbabwe. The University Singers less of the surrounding circumstances. “Whether they were are grateful they had—through God’s providence—a window being taken care of in an orphanage or fending for themselves of opportunity to enter this beautiful country and share their on the streets with thou­ love and enthusiasm for Christ. Even sands of other homeless peo­ though the Singers have returned to ple, they would smile.” North America, the promise of the Their concert circuit and children from the orphanages still rings mission were enhanced by in their ears: “See you in heaven.” an appearance on national Currently, the Singers are in the television. Once they arrived process of putting together a video in Harare, Zimbabwe’s cap­ featuring the highlights of their tour. ital, they appeared on “A.M. Starting in October, the Singers will Zimbabwe,” the equivalent be performing in various locations of NBC’s “Today Show.” throughout the Lake Union. Each of Because of their perform­ these performances will include a ance on television, people all highlight of their experiences in over the country recognized Zimbabwe. For more information, them and swarmed to attend contact Yolanda Leffler at the Mirka Ubesax, a freshman music major, cuddles with their concerts—some even a little orphan girl at the Queen Elizabeth Orphanage Department of Music at (616) 471 walking a four-hour round in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. 6341.

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Completed Michigan — Thirteen Traverse City Elementary School stu­ dents and their teacher, Yolanda Schacht, began classes in the education wing of the new church and school facility on Apr. 10. The dream for a new building began many years ago. Property was pur­ chased in 1995, and the long and com­ plicated process began. The congre­ gation faced numer­ Thirteen Traverse City Elementary ous challenges, but School students and their teacher, one by one the Yolanda Schacht, began classes in obstacles were the education wing of their new church and school facility overcome, and it became clear to all that God was in control. Construction of this new joint facility began in Apr. 2000. As this work was nearing completion in Oct., members of the congregation began the ambitious task of completing the inte­ rior of the school wing. Having the help of many church mem­ bers who are employed in construction trades made this pos­ sible. Several former church members from the community contributed significant effort on this project. Throughout the summer, work was done on the siding and landscaping. Work will commence in the fall to complete the narthex (foyer), and as funds become available, the sanctuary and fellowship hall will be completed. On Apr. 21, the first Sabbath morning worship service was conducted in the new school wing. On the following Sabbath, a consecration service was held, which was attended by mem­ bers and many visitors. Attendees were given pieces of wood trim with the text “Let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them” (Exod. 25:8), and the students’ signatures written on them, representing the first classes to be taught in the new school. Karen and Chris Gluck, Traverse City Elementary School treasurer and school board chair, respectively

Growing Student Evangelism Movement at Northview Michigan — We have been blessed this year with several stu­ dents from Northview School in Cadillac who have given, or

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will give, sermons in the local area churches. So far, students Scott Snyder, Jonathan Carlson, Mike Shaw, and Jonathan Fenner have presented sermons. Additionally, Keith Patrick, Cassie Richards, and Chris Richards have given or will present ser­ mons in the near future. Scott and Jon C. said that the reason why they delivered sermons was because they felt the Holy Spirit leading them to witness to others in this way. Jonathan F. said that he felt the Holy Spirit telling him it was the right thing to do. He said that for his first sermon Craig Harris, Cadillac Church assis­ tant pastor, gave him a text, and he built on it by knowing what he wanted to say, reworking it to make it more complete. The reason why Chris is going to share his message is because he saw the impact it had on his friends when they did it. The Lord is using the students at Northview School to wit­ ness to others. Chris Richards, Northview School ninth-grade student

BCA Fundraiser Also Raises Principals

for a Day Michigan —A popular magazine fund-raiser won 13 students the honor to be “principals for a day” at Battle Creek Academy (BCA). Kevin Kossick, BCA principal, relates that the stu­ dents who served as principal “did whatever the principal would do, such as attending meetings, checking on classrooms, etc. It was successful. They all did a good job.” Kossick says that three of the “guest prin­ cipals’ chose unique aspects of the principal’s duties to participate in. Andrew Ashton issued a fire By participating in Battle Creek Academy’s drill and “principal for a day” program, these stu­ David dents learned firsthand what their princi­ A h 1 b e rg pal does everyday. attended a Battle Creek Community Foundation assembly with Kossick. “He was the only elementary student present at that meeting,” Kossick point­ ed out. Jessica Eberhard suggested that a teacher have a day, so Kossick acted as the substitute teacher for that class, with Eberhard’s assistance. In order to establish closer relationships with parents and other adults who support the school, Kossick says that he would like to offer the “principal for a day” experience again in the future. “It would be the students’ opportunity to see what the principal’s job is like,” said Kossick. Betty Kossick, BCA volunteer communication consultant

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Local Church News A Living Ordinance—With Deep Respect, Love, Awe, and Esteem Michigan — As we walked into the upper room, we looked upon the faces ofthe disciples and realized how fortu­ nate we were to be at this special event. Let me explain: On March 16, the Jackson (Mich.) Church presented a very special commun­ ion service that made us feel as though we were present in the upper room, listening to the Lord’s words, look­ ing on as the Lord washed the feet ofhis dis­ ciples and spoke with The only words spoken during them of the events that the re-enactment were those read would soon take place. directly out of the Bible by Pat We couldn’t help but feel Milligan, pastor of the Jackson the solemn atmosphere Church at that time. that filled the room as each ofthe disciples had their feet washed and then proceeded into the congregation to serve others. The atmosphere was set from the moment we walked through the “city gates” and into the candle-lit room where we were ush­ ered to our seats by a deaconess. The elders and deacons por­ trayed the disciples for this great event, while the role of Jesus was portrayed by Joe Badgley, head elder. The bread and wine were served by deaconesses located at each of twelve tables. All those involved with the presentation were dressed in clothing resembling that worn in Jesus’ time

on earth, helping to convey the feeling of realism. This re-enactment differed greatly from a play, in that the only words that were spoken were those read directly out of the Bible by Pat Milligan, Jackson Church pastor at that time. The format was decided on after review by the church board. The board didn’t want the event to be viewed as just another play, taking away from the solemnity and reverence of the commun­ ion service. The concept as well as most of the attire and props for the event were created by Carol Craig, whose artistic talents helped make the service a success. The event gave a brief insight as to what the Lord and His disciples might have felt at the time of the Last Supper, and gave a renewed sense of reverence and respect to the com­ munion service. Vince Wilson and Don Harris, Jackson Church youth and communication leaders, respectively

World Church News Arties Appointed Evangelism Director

Walter Arties has joined the Voice of Prophecy (VOP) as evangelism director. His duties include organizing the ministry’s new “Voice to the World” project that will include at least two major evangelistic series by Lonnie Melashenko each year. “We’re pleased to welcome Pastor Arties to our team, “says Melashenko.” He will contribute greatly to our new vision for reaching the world for Christ.” The new global evangelistic thrust, “The Voice to the World,” includes three parts: l.)Plant the Word, setting up Bible schools in countries where there are none; 2.)Preach the Word, conducting evangelistic meetings around the world each year; and 3.)Preserve the Word, following up persons who make deci­ sions through radio broadcasts and Bible study materials. The Voice of Prophecy will involve church leaders, pastors, and laity in this project. Persons from youth to retirees are invited to participate. Each spring and fall, Lonnie Melashenko and other VOP staff will be joined by additional teams to conduct simulta­ neous evangelistic series in the same country or metro area. Besides a speaker, each team will often include a health pro­ fessional, a Bible worker, and someone to lead out in chil­ dren’s meetings. Previously the director of human resources for the Adventist Media Center, Arties is best known for his con­ certs and his seven recorded albums. He has wide experience in music for evangelistic meetings, including many appear­ ances with Charles D. Brooks, Billy Graham, and Graham’s associate, Ralph Bell. While director of public affairs at KHOF in Glendale, Calif, in 1973, Arties was inspired to develop the Breath of Life telecast. Under the leadership of Charles D. Brooks, thousands were baptized through Breath of Life evangelistic series, resulting in the organization of 13 Breath of Life churches. Walter L. Pearson Jr. is the current director/speaker for Breath of Life, which is now viewed world­ The Jackson (Mich.) Church presented a very special communion wide by satellite. service that made those who attended feel as though they were Eldyn Karr, Voice of Prophecy public relations director present in the upper room.

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ACS Volunteers Assist in Flood Relief

Efforts in Houston, Baton Rouge, and Philadelphia In mid-June, Tropical Storm Allison made her way across the US causing millions of dollars in damage. After flooding Houston for several days, the storm slowly moved over southern Louisiana, through Georgia and northern Florida, and up the East Coast to Pennsylvania. In each area that was hit by the storm, Adventist Community Services (ACS) volunteers pitched in to provide coordinated disaster response efforts. They collected donated goods, opened warehouses for dis­ tribution, went door-to-door giving out supplies, and fed the hungry. Following is a summary, as told to us by local directors: Houston — More than 35,000 homes were affected by flood­ ing, including that of an ACS volunteer. The Houston North Church was flooded as was one pastor’s car. During the week-long cleanup, ACS volunteers from the Texas and Southwest Region Conferences, working from mobile units and on foot, combed the hardest hit areas and distributed comfort packets to those in need. Comfort kits contain pants, shirts, under­ clothes, socks, blankets, towels and washcloths, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and soap. In addition, Carol and Hurt Porter of KidCare, the non-profit feeding program in Houston, assisted the effort by providing meals for families displaced by the flooding. In total, nearly 2,500 people were given supplies valued at more than $50,000. Joe Watts, reporting Baton Rouge — Twenty-two parishes were declared disaster areas by President Bush. ACS worked in concert with the Louisiana State Office of Emergency Preparedness and set up three distri­ bution centers, aiding more than 5,000 residents. No Adventist church was affected, but two Adventist families sustained damage to their homes. Verdie Culpepper, reporting Philadelphia — About 300 homes were damaged, 60 totally destroyed by flooding, and six lives claimed in an apartment build­ ing explosion. The natural gas explosion was related to flooding com­ plications and caused the building to collapse. In response, Pennsylvania and Allegheny East Conference ACS volunteers set up a distribution center at the Bucks County Seventh­ day Adventist Church and provided 25 families with food, cleaning supplies, bedding, and kitchen supplies. They also visited flooded areas in a trailer to seek out those in need. Bruce Atchison, reporting Bethany Martin and Celeste Ryan, NAD Media Relations

the committee had grappled with a key question: “How does the church facilitate the energies of its membership and its infrastruc­ ture to accomplish mission, while at the same time maintaining a comprehensive approach?”

Entitled “Code of Best Practice and Standard Operating Procedures for Short-term International Services, Projects, or Ministries,” the document is a response, in part, to the recent growth in the number of church-based and lay-driven short-term mission projects taking place around the world. It affirms the ben­ efits of having church members who are inspired by a personal experience with international mission service, but also recognizes that such initiatives will be most effective if they are planned and implemented in a strategic manner. “The code of best practice recognizes that there is a wide array of opportunities for lay-driven and local church-based initiatives in international service,” says Cooper. “But it also alerts us to the disarray that results if everyone does as he or she pleases, anywhere, at any time. The intent is not to stifle initiative, but to place it in a context that advances the work of the church.” Cooper points to three broad areas in which short-term inter­ national mission initiatives may falter. First, cultural differences and values may not be understood. Second, people may travel to a remote region of the world without adequate planning for how

Code of Best Practice Nine basic principles that should guide all aspects of short-term mission projects • Respect for culture • Recognition of denominational authority, identity, and structure • Local “ownership” of mission projects • Ethical conduct • Consideration of long-term impact • Communication and collaboration with denomina­ tional structure • Appropriate planning to ensure minimal risk to participants • Financial accountability • Post-event evaluation and follow-up

New Guidelines Focus on Short-term,

International Mission Initiatives Silver Spring, Md. [Adventist News Network] —Church leaders have voted a set of guidelines aimed at increasing the effective­ ness of short-term, international mission initiatives by both church and lay entities. The guidelines articulate core principles that “will serve to guide groups and individuals in how to dimin­ ish risks and to ensure long-term positive results,” says Lowell Cooper, a general vice president of the General Conference (GC) and chair of the committee that developed the guidelines. “That which is done internationally in the name of the church, must be known by the church,” said Cooper, introducing the doc­ ument to members of the GC executive committee at its spring meeting, Apr. 18. He explained that, in drafting the guidelines,

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to deal with health-care issues, accidents, or political unrest in a country. Finally, local church leaders may not find out until it is too late that the people who have come to their territory advocate extreme doctrinal views, or do not support the church.

The Code of Best Practice, which was approved by the CG executive committee, lists nine basic principles that should guide all aspects of short-term mission projects (see sidebar). The document also outlines standard operating procedures for organizations involved in short-term international services. The procedures are aimed at building a clear understanding between mission agencies and church leaders in regions where the agencies plan to operate.

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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.

Anniversaries Wilbur and Iva Hainey cel­ ebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 9, at a fam­ ily gathering in Gresham, Ore. They have been members of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, Mich.for 50 years.

of Brainerd, Minn.; and Wanda and Mike Agee of Caldwell, Idaho; 3 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchi Idren.

Gordon and Bethany Scribner celebrated their 60th

Wilbur Hainey and Iva Churchill were married June 10, 1951, in Lapeer, Mich., by M.E. Munger. Wilbur was a printer at University Printers for 38 years. Iva was a food service worker. The Hainey family includes Dale of Keene, Texas; Janet of Berrien Springs, Mich.; Evelyn

wedding anniversary on June 15, 2001, with an open house at their home in Niles, Mich. They have been members of the Berrien Springs (Mich.) Village Church for 10 years. Gordon Scribner and Bethany Hutchings were married June 15, 1941, in Berrien Center, Mich., by Elder R. U. Garrett. Gordon has been a mason and concrete con­ tractor. Bethany has been a home­ maker, bookkeeper for her hus-

Lake Union Pathfinder Camporee September 13-16 Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds Berrien Springs, Michigan Plan with your Pathfinder club NOW to be prepared for

Orion and Beyond with James Biack, NAD Pathfinder director. Pastor Keith Gray—Friday night, Sabbath speaker Artist Nathan Green—shows his NASA paintings Jim Burr—presents the universe Arnold and Dixie Plata—Pathfinder History Museum. Don’t miss it!

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Do You Need More Exposure for Your ministry? What is the best way to get exposure for your min­ istry? Giraffe University!!! Meet pastors, youth leaders, Sabbath school leaders, children’s ministry leaders, Pathfinder leaders, Master Guide leaders and more. They are all coming to Chan Shun Hall on the campus of Andrews University, Oct. 26-28 for the Revolution 2001 Youth Leadership Training Conference'. Why not cre­ ate an attractive booth that will showcase your ministry to hundreds of youth ministry specialists and others all across the Lake Union? For more information, call Wally or Ken at (800) 968-8428 (Berrien Springs area 4719881) or email lyder@andrews .edu. Application deadline is Oct.1.

band’s business, laundry director at Broadview Academy and Andrews University Meier Hall. The Scribner family includes James and Jean Scribner of Dowagiac, Mich.; Janet and Fred Horn ofYacaipa, Calif.; Kenneth and Kathryn Scribner of Berrien Springs, Mich.; and Charles and Nanette Scribner of Scotville, Mich.; 8 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.

The Bakers are making their home in Berrien Springs.

Obituaries ANDERSON, James C., age 46; born Apr. 5,1954, in Chicago Heights, Ill.; died Dec. 5,2000, in Ithaca, Mich. He was a member of the Ithaca Church. Survivors include his wife, Linda M. (Lohr); daughters, Melanie Ann and Julia Christine; father, James L.; mother, Patricia (Lafferty); and sister, Penny Smikle. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Rodney Davis, and interment was in Ithaca Cemetery.

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age 92; born Apr. 13, 1909, in Suttons Bay, Mich.; died May 13, 2001, in Royal Oak, Mich. She was a member of the Detroit (Mich.) Northwest Church. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Bob Stewart, and interment was in Oakview Cemetery, Troy, Mich. GILLEN, Mabyn L. (Heslip),

age 82; born May 16, 1918, in Rhinelander, Wis.; died Apr. 27, 2001, in Marquette, Mich. She was a member of the Escanaba (Mich.) Church. Survivors include her daugh­ ter, Glenda Mock; sister, Gladys Sheeran; 2 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Michael Wise and Elder David Jorgensen, and interment was in Fernwood Cemetery, Gladstone, Mich. GILLILAND, Farrell L. Sr.,

Wencke A. Maier and Andrew T. Baker were married

age 83; born Nov. 9, 1917, in Haswell, Colo.; died May 21, 2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. He was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs. Survivors include his wife, Maxine Bell; son, Farrell L. II; daugther, Anne Kantor; brother, Melvin; sisters, Ellen Hold, Ethel Funk, Opal Knowles, Odessa Baldwin, and Violet Smith; and 3 grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Dwight K. Nelson, and interment was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs.

June 3,2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. The ceremony was per­ formed by Pastor Rudolf Maier. Wencke is the daughter of Rudolf and Hildegard Maier of Berrien Springs, and Andrew is the son of Thomas and the late Joyce Baker of Eau Claire, Mich.

age 82; born Nov. 17, 1918, in Hartford, Conn.; died May 17, 2001, in Niles, Mich. She was a member of the Niles (Mich.) Westside Church. Survivors include her husband,

Weddings Kimberly H. Fortin and Andrew R. Fish were married

May 20,2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. The ceremony was per­ formed by Pastors Denis Fortin and Howard Fish. Kimberly is the daughter of Denis Fortin and Kris Knutson of Berrien Springs, and Andrew is the son of Howard and Roberta Fish of Lake Mary, Fla. The Fishes are making their home in Berrien Springs.

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Harry D.; sons, Delbert L. and Ronald D.; brother, Reed Kinney; sister, Lorraine Hudgins; 8 grand­ children; and 2 great-grandchil­ dren. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastor John Abbott, and inurnment was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs, Mich. KEYES, Joseph B., age 87; born Aug. 14, 1913, in Dana, Mich.; died May 11, 2001, in Detroit, Mich. He was a member of the Niles (Mich.) Westside Church. Survivors include his son, David L.; daughter, Melody K.; brothers, Robert S. and Andrew W.; sisters, Anna L., Audrey V, Mary E., Margarete A., Teresa C., and Geradine L.; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastor Isais Santos, and interment was in Mission Hills Cemetery, Cass County, Mich. ROOS, Marie E., age 20;

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born Oct. 28, 1980, in Owosso, Mich.; died May 30, 2001, in Traverse City, Mich. She was a member of the Traverse City Church. Survivors include her father, Jim; mother, Libby (Gardner); brother, Matt; and sister, Catharine. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Elders David Yeagley, Arthur Coven, and Paul Kulakov, and inurnment was in Traverse City Mausoleum. ROTH, Robert, age 91; born Oct. 25,1909, in Drums, Pa.; died May 16,2001, in Clear Lake, Wis. He was a member of the Clear Lake Church.

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

Survivors include his wife, Helen I. (Pederson); sons, Delford, Daniel, and Wilson; daughters, Bernice Nelson, Sarah Maloney, Becky Case, Twila Rogers, Sharon Heling, and Audrey Hilden; 33 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastor Wendell Springer, and inurnment was in Clear Lake Cemetery. SELIG, Alice E. (Balcom),

age 79; born Nov. 26, 1921, in International Falls, Minn.; died May 16, 2001, in Shelby, Mich. She was a member of the Shelby Church. Survivors include her husband, Robert L.; sons, Gary, Ray, and Kirk; brother, Wayne Balcom; and 7 grandchildren. A memorial service was con­ ducted by Pastors Doug Carlson and Bill Edsell, with private inurnment. SHELTON, Benjamin R.,

age 18; born Nov. 18, 1982, in Quincy, Ill.; died Mar. 20, 2001, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. He was a member of the Quincy Church. Survivors include his father, Dennis L.; mother, Pam (Priebe); brother, Joshua; and sisters, Ashley and Victoria. Funeral and memorial servic­ es were conducted by Pastor Mike Lambert and Elder Fred Riffel, and interment was in Grandview Cemetery, Bonners Ferry, Idaho. SHUMAKER, Geraldine (McAra), age 84; born Dec. 29,

1916, in Flint, Mich.; died May 23, 2001, in Flint. She was a member of the First Flint Church. Survivors include her husband, Carl; sons, Fredrick J., Roderick J., and Thomas J.; sister, Janet Lutz; 20 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Joel Nephew, and interment was in Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. THOMPSON, Edna (Michel),

age 88; born Sept. 25, 1912, in Paris, Idaho; died May 30, 2001, in Berrien Springs, Mich. She was a member of the Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs. Survivors include her son, Lee R.; daughter, Ann Fisher; broth­ er, Wilford Michel; sister, Lillian Carlson; 7 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were con­ ducted by Pastor Skip MacCarty and Elder Jon Dybdahl, and inter­ ment was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Berrien Springs.

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call for free publishing and mar­ keting guide. We publish and dis­ tribute to Adventist Book Centers, health food stores, and Christian booksellers worldwide. Call (800) 367-1844, Eastern time. —62552001,11 SINGLES: Meet and date other Adventists throughout the US. Discreet, confidential, exclusively for Adventists since 1987. Magazine format with enlight­ ening, profitable articles, mem­ ber ads, and more. If you desire friendship, fellowship, and more information, mail a long (#10), stamped, self-addressed, enve­ lope to DISCOVER, PMB #150 Dept. H, 14536 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE 68144. -62362001,10 ASSISTED LIVING AND ADULT CARE: Adventist-

owned Laura Margaret Homes offer reasonable rates, companion rooms, and private suites. For more information, contact Pat Pietri, administrator, 5905-5917 Edson, Haslett, MI 48840; (517) 339-9149. —6376-2001,10 MOVING? Let Church Trucking, nationwide Adventist movers, lavish you with person­ alized attention. You will be treat­ ed like family with quality pro­ fessional service and exception­ ally low prices. For more infor­ mation and FREE estimates, call

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Vacation Opportunities MAUI-OCEANFRONT 10th floor condo for rent on beautiful sandy beach in Kahana. Sleeps four. Well-equipped kitchen, attractively decorated, exception­ al views directly across from Molokai island. Excellent whale watching December through April. Scuba, snorkel, swim, sightsee, relax. $99.00 per night. Marge McNeilus, phone (507) 374-6747, email: denmarge@ clear.lakes.com www.sdamall .com to view property. —63732001,09

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Uncle Dan and Aunt Sue tapes, and old catalogs of Adventist books for sale. Want to buy hardback Mary Martha’s Really Truly Stories. Please contact John at (616) 781-6379. -6304- 2001,11 OAKWOOD COLLEGE seeks applicants for the position of vice president for financial affairs.

Master’s degree in business and ten years experience in financial management required. Please see full job announcement at http://www.oakwood.edu.hr. Contact the Office of Human Resources, Oakwood College, 7000 Adventist Blvd. NW, Huntsville, AL 35896; (256) 7267274. -6391-2001,09 CAMP RANGER: Seeking

camp ranger to manage opera­ tions at retreat center. Require strong skills in construction, man­ agement, and the ability to com­ municate well with people. Spouse to cook for camp events, helpful. Position available Apr. 1, 2002. Send resume to Youth Department, Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, 619 Plainfield Rd., Willowbrook, IL 60521.-6393-2001,09 MASSAGE/HYDRO-THERAPIST: Lifestyle Center of

America—an Adventist-owned, physician-supervised, lifestyle medicine center—has immediate openings for full-time female and male massage-hydro-therapists. Must have credentials for nation­ al certification. Good compensa­ tion and benefits package. For more information call (800) 5965480; www.lifestylecenter.org -6398-2001,09 COUNSELOR/CHAPLAIN:

Lifestyle Center of America—an Adventist-owned, physiciansupervised, lifestyle medicine center—has an immediate open­ ing for a licensed psychologist. Good compensation and benefits package. For more information call (800) 596-5480; www. lifestylecenter.org —63992001,09

tion and benefits package. For more information call (800) 5965480; www.lifestylecenter.org -6400-2001,09 UKIAH VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER, a member of

Adventist Health, is a 78-bed rural hospital in Mendocino County, Calif. Competitive salaries plus excellent benefit package, hire-on bonus and moving allowance available. Openings in nursing, pharmacy, and medical imag­ ing. Contact Brenda Hoek at (707) 463-7360; e-mail: hoekbz @uvpo.ah.org. —6401- 2001,09 MAINTENANCE SUPERVI­ SOR NEEDED at Country Life

Natural Foods/Oak Haven. Should have experience in all basic areas of electrical, plumbing, con­ struction, trouble-shooting, and repair. Reasonable salary and ben­ efits, and possible housing avail­ able. Call Mark LaVanture at (800) 456-7694 ext. 351. Other positions available at this growing ASI ministry. -6404-2001,09

Real Estate MOVING TO ANDREWS UNIVERSITY AREA? Call an

experienced, reliable, Adventist realtor, Rosie Nash, who is ready to help you make a smooth transition. Home and land choic­ es available through area Multiple Listing System. Please contact me through the web at: www.real tor.com/SouthwestemMI/RosieN ash; (616) 471-4285; or e-mail: rosie@andrews.edu. —63232002,04 ORLANDO SPACIOUS EFFI­ CIENCY APARTMENT close

to attractions; kitchen, cable, sleeps 4 people. Secured and very nice apartment building near shops, restaurants, and interstate to attractions. Three night mini­ mum; $55/night, $375/week, $l,100/month. Call (407) 8943031 and ask for Patty, Joy, or Natalie.—6384-2001,10 FOR SALE: Recently remod­

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOP­ MENT: Lifestyle Center of

America—an Adventist-owned, physician-supervised, lifestyle medicine center—has an imme­ diate opening for a director of development. Good compensa­

eled Sand Lake Resort cottage, detached garage, east of Tawas City, Mich. $69,900. Two build­ able lots 80' x 125', pine trees, paved roads, near 1-75, North Port, Port Charlotte, Fla. $2,500 each. Call Chuck Simpson,

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Michigan Conference trust serv­ ices. (517) 485-2226. -63942001,10

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

AVON PARK, FLORIDA. Two bedrooms, two baths, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, screen room. All appli­ ances, lawn sprinkling system, citrus trees, excellent condition, immediate occupancy. Church, academy in community. Florida Hospital/Highlands 10-minute drive. (863) 452-5554; <lroger@ strato.net>. —6397-2001,10 WINTER IN THE SUN, or retire in Eden Gardens, Inverness, Fla. Lovely 3-bedroom, 2-bath home completely furnished: TV’s, dishes, beautiful furniture, white wicker in Florida room, pictures, paintings, etc. 1/3 acre lot, shrubs, trees, outbuilding, 80 min. to Disney, Adventist church across street. $59,500 or offer. (828) 8914063. Ted Metcalf. -63852001,09

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nearby. Borders national forest on three sides. Four-bedroom, two-bath, root cellar off kitchen. Gravity spring and well, three out­ building. (800) 453-8732; or call Vicki at (517) 485-2226. -6402-2001,09

MOUNTAIN PARADISE—

2,200 sq. ft. home on 16 acres, Spring Creek, N.C. Spectacular views. Fruit trees and berry bush­ es. Adventist churches/schools

SouthwestMichigan Institute of Lay Evangelism (S.M.I.L.E.) and Country Life Natural Foods Present

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Learn to Conduct Cooking Schools From Start to Finish Practical Instruction in Using Health Evangelism & Nutrition as the Right Arm cd the Gospel. Learn to Organize and Manage a Food Co-op Learn About Available Natural Food Products & How to Cook With Them

October 22-28, 2001 Be our guest on our beautiful campus surrounded by tranquil Northern vroods during the peak of Faf coJbrs; where you will find comfortable accommodations, joyful Christian fellowship and delicious, vegan meals!

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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 Andrews Academy will host the fourth annual benefit brunch and auction, Esprit 2001, on Sunday, Oct. 21, beginning at 11:00 a.m. This festive event will feature a gourmet brunch, silent and live auctions. Proceeds from the auction will be used to upgrade equipment and fund scholarships at Andrews Academy. You can be part of the excite­ ment whether you will be in Berrien Springs in October or not. Categories of participation are: Donor (item or service to be auc­ tioned), Table Sponsor (purchas­ es eight tickets), Underwriter (underwrites a portion of the evening’s expenses), Advertiser (three ad sizes in the catalog) and Volunteer (lots of hands make the work easier). What a fun way to

impact students’ lives! On the auction block will be: weeks at summer camps, dining certificates, handcrafted items, symphony tickets, golf passes, and many other things. The tick­ et price includes brunch and a bidding number for the auctions. To find out more or to reserve your tickets for Esprit 2001, con­ tact Rebecca Becker, at 616-471 6140 or acadalum@andrews.edu.

Great Lakes Adventist Academy. The honor classes are ’51, ’61, ’76 and ’91. This year’s theme, “Education—the Ripple Effect,” will celebrate Adventist Christian education passed down from gen­ eration to generation. The annu­ al golf tournament will be held on Sunday morning and is open to everyone. For more information, contact Skip Hann, alumni direc­ tor, at (989) 427-5181 or email to: jhann@ingham.kl2.mi .us. Andrews Academy Alumni Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 19-20. Plan now to join us for

special services on Friday evening and all day Sabbath. Honor class­ es are’32, ’42,’52,’62,’72,’77, ’82, ’92, ’00. For details, contact Becky Becker at (616) 471 -6140; FAX 616-471-6368; or e-mail: acadalum@andrews.edu.

Lake Union

Michigan

Looking Ahead . . .The November issue of the Lake

The Michigan Boarding Academies Alumni Association

Union Herald will be devoted to giving thanks, and you can have a part in it. Is there someone in your church, or in your past who has made a significant impact in your life? Perhaps he was instru­ mental in changing your life’s direction. Did her encouragement help you make it through a tough time? Maybe there’s someone

invites all graduates/attendees and former staff of Adelphian Academy, Cedar Lake Academy, Grand Ledge Academy, and Great Lakes Adventist Academy to the 2001 alumni weekend to be held Oct. 12-13 on the campus of

right now who is doing a terrific job in your church whom you would like to affirm. Here’s your opportunity to thank that person publicly. There will also be a sec­ tion for thanking a young person for his/her contribution to the life of your church or to your own life. Write a brief (50 words or less) thank you, and send it to Thank You, Lake Union Herald, Box C, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. Your submission must be postmarked no later than Sept. 18 to be con­ sidered for publication. You may include a photo of yourself or of the person you’re thanking. Photos will not be returned, and may or may not be published, depending on space. The editors reserve the right to edit entries for length, so we can fit in as many as possible. If you want to submit your entry by e-mail, send it to dower@andrews.edu. Closely cropped (head and shoulders) photos should be scanned to a one-inch-wide image at 300 d.p.i. and saved to a TIF file so that any needed adjustments can be made, and saved again. Then the final RGB image should be saved to a highest-res JPG file only one time and sent as a separate file attachment along with your thankyou message.

World Church Society of Adventist Com­ municators annual convention,

is October 5-7 in Chicago. Information and registration at plusline.org.

Adventist Communication Network Schedule Sept. 1, 11:00-12:00 p.m. ET —Adventist Worship Hour'. Dave Thomas, College Place, (Wash.) Village Church. Sept. 5,7:30-8:30 p.m. ET— First Wednesday. Sept. 8, 15, 22, 11:00-12:00 p.m. ET—Adventist Worship Hour. Greg Nelson, College View Church, Lincoln, Neb. (three-part series). Sept. 14,7:00-9:00 p.m. ET— Southern Union Centennial. Sept. 15, 9:00-12:30, 1:306:00 p.m. ET—Southern Union Centennial (times not confirmed). Sept. 29, 11:00-12:00 p.m. ET—Adventist Worship Hour.

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Adventist Media Center Schedule Week of September 2

Breath of Life: “A Woman Named Somebody,” Part A. Faith For Today's Lifestyle Magazine: “Overcoming Addictions.” Sept. 6, 10 onTBN: “Eating Disorders.” It Is Written: “The Spiritual Workout.” a Voz de la Esperanza: “Do Saints Exist?” (^Existen los Santos?) (CD #S0135) Voice of Prophecy, Sun: “Into All the World” (CD #1H); Mon.Fri.: Saints to My Right, Sinners to My Left (CD #G64). Week of September 9

Breath of Life: “Authorized Break-in,” Part A. Faith For Today's Lifestyle Magazine: “Drug Free Kids” Sept. 13, 17 on TBN: “Kids’ Nutrition.” It Is Written: SOUL CARE [SO]. In this series Pastor Finley deals with the care and feeding of the soul. “Finding a Good

Shepherd” [SO #1]. La Voz de la Esperanza: “If You Don’t Want a Divorce. . (Si no Quieren un Divorcio. . .) (CD #S0136) Voice of Prophecy, Sun.: “Numbers: Marching to Zion” (CD #G63); Mon.-Fri.: “The Cost of Saving Private Ryan” (CD #G66).

ing Your Medicine Cabinet.” It Is Written: “Seeing Through God’s Eyes” [SO #4]. La Voz de la Esperanza: “Is There a Place for me?” (^Hay Lugar Para mi?) (CD#S0138). Voice of Prophecy, Sun.: “Deuteronomy: Divine Remind­ ers” (CD #G67); Mon.-Fri.: “The Hotline to Hell” (CD #G70).

La Voz de la Esperanza radio —www.lavoz.org Voice of Prophecy radio— www.vop.com The Quiet Hour ministries— www.quiethour.org Amazing Facts radio and tel­ evision—www.amazingfacts.org

Week of September 16

Week of September 30

3ABN

Breath of Life: “Standing in the Storm,” Part B. Faith For Today's Lifestyle Magazine: “Old Wives’ Tales.” Sept. 20,24 on TBN: “Common Ground.” It Is Written: “Feeding the Soul” [SO #3]. La Voz de la Esperanza: “Where Is the Lamb?” (^Donde Esta El Cordero?) (CD #S0137). Voice ofProphecy, Sun.: “The Forever Savior” (CD #G67); Mon.-Fri.: Winning a Million Bucks, Tipping the Valet a Quarter (CD #G68).

Breath of Life: “Everybody Cried,” Part B. Faith For Today's Lifestyle Magazine: “Vote for Me for Surgeon General.” Oct. 4 & 8 on TBN: “Diet and Cancer.” It Is Written: “Body and Soul” [SO #5]. La Voz de la Esperanza: “Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord?” QHay Algo Dificil Para Dios?) (CD# SO 139). Voice of Prophecy Sun. : “Prelude to Power” (CD #G71); Mon.-Fri.: October 1-5: “A God Who Can’t Be Beat” (CD #G72).

Week of September 23

For additional information check each ministry’s web site: Faith For Today television— www.lifestyle.org It Is Written television— www.iiw.org

Breath ofLife: “Medicine and Magnetism.” Faith For Today's Lifestyle Magazine: “Eldercare Rage.” Sept. 27, Oct. 1 onTBN: “Stock­

Schedule

“3ABN Live” airs Thursdays from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. CT: Sept. 6—to be announced. Sept. 13—“Behind the Scenes at 3 ABN.” Sept. 20—“Stress” with Pastor Skip McCarty. Sept. 27—“Women’s Health Issues” with Don Mackintosh and Dr. Eric Shadle. 3 ABN broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call for a monthly program guide: (800) 752-3226 ext. 3026. Help us get 3 ABN on your local cable: exten­ sion 3116. Visit our web site and view 3 ABN on the Internet at 3abn.org

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smoothie of desire, anger, and hope. “It was good— but."

AUSTIN Makes Me Cry It's just a country music ballad, a tale of telephone answering messages that communicate the activities of daily life, and eternal love. Singer Blake Shelton, whose voice provides a new sound on country stations, sings with an honesty that makes you wish your name was Austin. Others must be crying too, because AUSTIN has soared to #1 on the country music charts.

AUSTIN is a tale of irresistible love, a love abnormal in our world of expectations, demands, trade­ offs and one-night stands. The unnamed man still loves AUSTIN. Call his phone and you’ll learn he’s off bowling for the evening or bass fishing with his buddies. If you’re a telemarketer, you’ll learn he isn’t interested in buying. If you want to leave a message, he’ll remind you that “you know what to do.” Then comes the RS. “If this is AUSTIN, I still love you.” Imagine abandoning a rela­ tionship, but still thinking often about the one who shared your love. You remember the good times, and the bad. You replay your last moments together and wonder if maybe, just maybe, you ought to return. Emotions and logic get all mixed up into a

Then, in a moment of eager weak­ ness, you call the old number. Fingers fly across the touch pad, remember­ ing love along with the number. The ring shocks you, and some­ thing deep inside shouts for you to hang up. But you hold on, cap­ tured by memories and the unspoken possibilities of renewed love.

You almost hang up when the message ends, but, while waiting for the inevitable beep to com­ mand disconnect, you suddenly hear the familiar voice offer love—no strings, no commands, no limits, nothing but open heart­ ed adoration, free. His love. Personally. For you. You hang up clumsily, emo­ tions thrashing between eagerness and fear. Then you call again, just to be sure, and to hear the offer again. And again. “I still love you.”

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Finally, drawn by the irre­ sistible offer, you listen for the beep and whisper your number, assuming the return call will never really come. “No one can love that much! Especially after this long!” But you do not stray far from the phone, just in case, just in awe and wonder at the possibility of such love.

The first time I heard the song, I followed the story line and smiled. It was good, singable and attractive. The second time, I was matching speed with a patrolman on our local interstate. I backed off, pulled into the right lane and listened. And wept. I know, Blake Shelton is probably not singing about my personal relationship with God, but that is the message I heard on 97.5 Country. I listened as God’s answering machine told me how He is going on about the business of spinning worlds, slowing down hurricanes, and doing fruit tests under the Tree of Life with Elijah, Enoch, and Moses. I heard Him invite me to leave a message, “You know what to do,” He said, and I grimaced at the poverty of my response to His multiple invitations. Then came the RS. “If this is Dick, I still love you.” He didn’t condemn me for neglecting Him, for substituting stuff for Him, for ignoring His calls, for forgetting Him. He just said, “If this is Dick, I love you.”

I pulled off onto the I-4 gravel and called Home.

God makes me cry. Tears of confession, anticipation, joyful tears of transforming love. Dick Duerksen

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

September 2001

Vol. 93, No. 9

The Lake Union Herald Staff

Justin Mac Weaver is a senior at Great Lakes Adventist Academy (GLAA). He was bom in Southfield, Mich., to Robert and Jeannie Weaver and now lives in South Lyon, Mich. Justin is Student Association (SA) president, and enjoys being on the Aerokhanas gymnastics team and playing basketball. His hobbies include snowboarding, wake-boarding, and golf. Justin went on a mission trip, The Ultimate Workout, for the third time this sum­ mer—this time as head mason in Costa Rica. Justin’s favorite classes have been advanced math and Justin Weaver chemistry. Cindy Hall, teacher and SA sponsor at GLAA, says Justin is “thoughtful, goes outside of the circle of friends to reach others, and truly respects people just because they are.” Jeremy Hall, GLAA boy’s dean, says “Justin is sensitive to others. He’s obser­ vant of other people’s needs, and a good spiritual leader, too.” As a junior, Justin was honored with the Caring Heart Award, an award that is usually reserved for sen­ iors. These qualities will aid Justin greatly as he goes on to take pre-med.

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Stacy Kay Whitehead, senior, was bom to Ron and Betty Whitehead in N.C., and now lives in Berrien Springs, Mich. With her ever-present smile, Stacy is a joy to be around. Her even-tem­ pered personality is a blessing to her fellow students and the staff at GLAA. Stacy is currently serving as SA secretary. LaQuita Powers, assistant business manager, says “Stacy is a real blessing in our office. She’s consistent, reliable, and has a keen ability for problem-solving.” Melissa Norton, assistant girl’s dean, describes Stacy as a spiritual leader who is very kind and thoughtful, and who has a strong, yet gentle, spirit. Stacy Whitehead Stacy’s Christian attitude was displayed beautifully this past summer as she worked at a youth camp, where a horse she was on reared up, caus­ ing her to slide off, and then fell on her. With her back broken in four places, Stacy’s faith in God was still strong, and she believes that God protected her and has a plan for her life. She exemplified true Christian cheerfulness and patience throughout the healing process. Stacy’s hobbies includes playing the piano and clarinet, drawing, and yes—she still enjoys horses.

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