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Different speakers were invited to speak throughtout the series and on the final weekend, Pr Ramese Tupe concluded the program with the baptism of six new members into the Church on the Sabbath. We pray God's love and blessings on these you people as the journey with Him.
02. DAILY DEVOTIONALS BY PR GARTH BAINBRIDGE My latest book has just been delivered--a daily devotional book on the Psalms for the entire year. It is a product of 10 years of study and writing. Many of the psalms were written in the grip of despair; others are full of awe at God's amazing acts of Creation and Redemption. Most of them find multiple ways of praising Him, while others are an urgent cry for help. Emotions flow from depression to ecstasy, from frustration and anger to joy and gratitude,
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01. YOUTH FOR JESUS AT ST MARY'S SAMOAN CHURCH Six young people were baptised at the St Marys Samoan Church in September. The youth came to their individual decisions at the conclusion of a 7-week program by the Youth Ministry team themed “7 Reasons We Believe in ….”. Held over a seven consecutive Friday nights, the program focused on Adventist doctrines and what make the doctrines so distinct. It's a topic many young Adventists struggle with today and truly want to understand.
of the human psyche. This devotional book is now available to the public. To order a copy ($20 AUD), send a message to garthbainbridge@adventist.org.au.
03. EVANGELISTIC PROGRAM AT MINTO SAMOAN CHURCH The Minto Samoan Church held an Evangelistic Program, titled “Create”, over three Weekends in September and October. The program was, run by church Pastor Ramese Tupe, looked back at the events of Creation and its significance in our Salvation. The program concluded at the church’s annual Camp Meeting where seven new members were baptised into the
