July 2007 - Southern Adventist University

Vantage PointThe B-I-B-L-E: Yes,That’s the Book for MeGordon RetzerSouthern UnionPresidentGeorge Washington Carver, the African-American genius of Tuskegee Institute,has been called the world’s greatest biochemist. He is best known for his discoveryof hundreds of valuable uses for the peanut and sweet potato. I read that in 1921, Dr.Carver was invited to testify before the United States Senate Ways and Means Committeeon the possibilities of the peanut. Though initially given 10 minutes to speak, heso captivated the committee that the chairman gave him unlimited time, and Carverspoke for one hour and 45 minutes.At the conclusion of his presentation, he was asked, “Dr. Carver, how did youlearn all these things?”Carver replied, “From an old Book.”“What book?” the Senator continued. The famed scientist replied, “The Bible.”“Does the Bible teach about peanuts?” The surprised Senator inquired. “No, Sir,”Dr. Carver replied, “but it tells about the God Who made the peanut. I asked Him toshow me what to do with the peanut, and He did.”I believe every friend of God should read some portion of Scripture every day.No matter how many times we’ve read the Bible, it is still fresh for each day and stillapplicable for each person and circumstance. We all have different ways of studyingScripture and learning from Scripture.In the past four years, I’ve found it quite revealing to read through the Bible fromGenesis to Revelation several times a year. That means that, in the past four years,I’ve read the Bible 14 times. Please, this isn’t bragging, only testifying that when onereads through the entire Scriptures over and over again, it becomes clear what themain theme is. The theme is repeated in many ways, in many stories, in many forms,but it’s the same theme. It’s the same theme from beginning to end. It’s an inescapablemessage that really only comes through when looking at the whole.You know what the theme is, I’m sure. It’s just that my Bible reading plan hasseared this theme into my mind and heart. At the end of the day, there’s one message:Humans beings are desperately wicked and selfish; God is infinitely good andmerciful. And in Jesus, human beings can become righteous by the grace of God.“But Thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering andplenteous in mercy and truth.” Psalm 86:15Daily Bible reading is still a must for the Seventh-day Adventist Christian. Ifyou’ve become a little lax, I invite you to begin again in the morning. It is the bestpart of the day—the time to listen to God speak. “Thy Word have I hid in mine heart,that I might not sin against Thee.” Psalm 119:112 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

SOUTHERNVolume 101, No. 7, July 2007The Southern Tidings is the OfficialPublication of the Southern UnionConference of Seventh-day AdventistsSOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE3978 Memorial Drive • Mail AddressP.O. Box 849, Decatur, Georgia 30031Telephone (404) 299-1832www.southernunion.comStaffEditor R. Steven Norman, IIIEditorial Assistant IRISENE DOUCECirculation ARDITH BEERSProduction COLLEGE PRESSLayout BRIAN WIEHNContributing EditorsAdventist Health System ANTHONY VERA CRUZCarolina RON QUICKFlorida MARTIN BUTLERFlorida Hospital College DAWN McLENDONGeorgia-Cumberland Tammy FisherGulf States Becky GriceKentucky-Tennessee MARVIN LOWMANOakwood College Michele SolomonSouth Atlantic JAMES LAMBSouth Central Michael HarpeSoutheastern Robert HenleySouthern Adventist University Lori FutcherConference/Institution DirectoryCAROLINA (704) 596-3200P.O. Box 560339, Charlotte, NC 28256-0339FLORIDA (407) 644-5000P.O. Box 2626, Winter Park, FL 32790-2626GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND (706) 629-7951P.O. Box 12000, Calhoun, GA 30703-7001GULF STATES (334) 272-7493P.O. Box 240249, Montgomery, AL 36117.KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE (615) 859-1391P.O. Box 1088, Goodlettsville, TN 37070-1088SOUTH ATLANTIC (404) 792-0535P.O. Box 92447, M.B., Sta., Atlanta, GA 30314SOUTH CENTRAL (615) 226-6500P.O. Box 24936, Nashville, TN 37202SOUTHEASTERN (352) 735-3142P.O. Box 1016, Mt. Dora, FL 32756-0056ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM (407) 975-1400111 North Orlando Ave., Winter Park,FL 32789-3675FLORIDA HOSPITAL (407) 303-6611601 East Rollins St., Orlando, FL 32803FLORIDA HOSPITAL COLLEGE OFHEALTH SCIENCES (800) 500-7747671 Winyah Drive., Orlando, FL 32803OAKWOOD COLLEGE (256) 726-70007000 Adventist Blvd., Huntsville, AL 35896SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY(800) SOUTHERNP.O. Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370SOUTHERN TIDINGS (USPS 507-000) Volume 101 Number7, July 2007. Published monthly by the Southern Union. Free toall members. Periodical postage paid at Decatur, GA, and at additionalmailing offices. POSTMASTER: send changes of addressto Southern Tidings, P.O. Box 849, Decatur, GA 30031Cover Photo: Paul MartinFeaturesNe w s8 Carolina10 Florida12 Georgia-Cumberland14 Gulf States16 Kentucky-Tennessee18 South Atlantic22 South Central25 Southern Adventist University38 Classified Advertising41 CalendarContentsStudents Dream of SuccessRecognizing ExcellenceWelcome Home EviePeruvian BlessingsInto RussiaGod Has Placed aBIG Project on MeSeparation ofChurch and HateA Cruise With a Mission47263233Cover Caption: Julia Tkachuk, a student at Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, is a tutor in theStudent Success Center.62830July 2007 • TIDINGS 3

Cover Story FeatureStudentsDream of SuccessBy Katie ShawStephanie Sanchezis a successstory even thoughshe hasn’t been acceptedyet to thenursing programat Florida HospitalCollege of Health Sciences(FHCHS). But,Stephanie’s dream ofbecoming an RN—athird generationnurse in her family—gets closer every daythanks to the StudentSuccess Center.While a studentat University HighSchool, Stephaniefirst heard aboutFlorida Hospital Collegeat the OrlandoSpanish church, herhome congregation. She made thedecision to attend FHCHS and beganher first experience in an Adventistschool the summer before her freshmanyear. Stephanie signed up forDestination College, a three-weekprogram offered at the College forstudents wanting to prepare themselvesfor the rigors of collegiatelife. Here Stephanie met LenoreBrantley, Ed.D. “Dr. Brantley notonly helped me during DestinationJulia Tkachuk, a second-year Nursing student, tutors Navreet Kaur who hasjust begun the nursing program. Julia remembers how challenging the firstsemester of the program was and wants to help other students understand howto study the difficult concepts.Paul MartinCollege, but she has kept in contactwith me ever since, making sure thatI have the resources I need to besuccessful,” Stephanie commented.Another key to Stephanie’ssuccess is Patty Wooley, tutoringcoordinator. Patty trains tutorsthat support the general educationcourses offered at FHCHS, andalso lends her expertise in math toaid struggling students. Stephaniecredits Patty for helping her understanddifficult mathconcepts. “She hasa way of applyingthe math assignmentsto daily lifeand making it soeasy to understand,”Stephaniestated. “She’s agreat tutor!”Sometimes thestudent becomesthe teacher. JuliaTkachuk’s successstory began a newchapter when shewas accepted inthe nursing programin the fallof 2006. “Before Ibegan the nursingprogram, I was a4.00 student,” Juliarecalled. “But the classes were so differentfrom what I was used to, and Istarted to have trouble academically.”Julia sought help from Susan Wooley,professional program tutor and apracticing nurse. “She was so greatand helped me a lot,” Julia stated appreciatively.Now that Julia is in herthird semester of the nursing program,she gets great satisfaction fromtutoring first-semester students andsharing her experiences with them.4 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

The Student Success team at Florida Hospital College: PattyWooley (left), student worker Alina Oramas, Lenore Brantley,Neal Smith, Karen Tilstra, and Betty Varghese.The Student Success Center iswhere many students’ dreams spark,grow, and become realized. KarenTilstra, director of the Center forStudent Success and Retention, is anessential campus resource. “The creationof the Success Center was deliberateon the part of the administration,”Karen stated. “They realizedthat to produce successful students,we must provide them with thetools that will ensure that success.”During the 2006-2007 school year,peer tutors assisted more than 500students. In addition, supplementalinstruction was provided for certaincore general education courses.After these classes meet, studentsare invited to stay and speak witha tutor to immediately clear up anyconcepts they didn’t understand.Both students and professors arefinding this resource invaluable.True student success doesn’tstop with tutoring. Neal Smith,testing and statistical coordinator,administers the ACT, Nurse EntranceTest (NET), and CLEP test.Students are also given the optionof taking learning-style evaluations,career interest inventories, and astrengths-finder survey. “We reallyfeel strongly that a student can startoff successfully by identifying andfocusing on their strengths insteadof their weaknesses,” Karen commented.“It’s so empowering for astudent to understand their strengthsPaul Martinand to applythose in theiracademic and personallives.”As coordinatorof academicadvising and DestinationCollege,Lenore Brantleyhelps facultyadvisors learn thebest ways to assisttheir advisees.Regularadvisors’meetings,mentoring workshops,andinstruction instrengths-basedadvising make theStudent SuccessCenter a place for faculty success aswell. An electronic tracking systemlinks at-risk students, their professors,and the Center to track students’progress. The system helpsidentify a student that may needextra help in a class based on theirgrade, reports this to their professor,advisor, and the Success Center, andthen alerts the professor and advisoronce the student has received tutoring.“It’s an amazing system that hasworked so well for us,” Karen said.“Each person involved realizesthat they can’t do it alone, butthis system allows all piecesto work together and providesaccountability.”Betty Varghese nurturesstudents with another avenuefor success: an opportunityto sit down and discuss anychallenges in their lives. Bettyis a full-time mental healthcounselor and is committed toproviding confidential supportin private or group settings.Future plans for the SuccessCenter include adding astudent intervention coordinator.This individual will be responsiblefor case-managementof at-risk students, will mentorstudents on academic probation,and will serve as the Collegedisability officer.The Student Success Centeris committed to helping students realizetheir dreams. In fact, DREAMShas become the mantra for thedepartment—Delivering Resourcesthat Empower And Motivate Success.Students who visit the Centerare constantly reminded of theirown value and ability. “Success is adecision,” one framed picture says.Another charges: “Dare to dream.Choice, not chance, determinesdestiny.”“I believe that Florida HospitalCollege is a better place for everyonebecause of the Student SuccessCenter,” stated Steve Roche, vicepresident for student services. “Itis evident that each team memberwants only the best for all of thestudents on campus, whether theyhave visited the Success Center ornot.”Stephanie and Julia are alreadysuccess stories because of theirown talents and strengths, but theStudent Success Center has beena stepping-stone, support group,and cheering section for them. Andsomeday soon, both will have fulfilledtheir dreams and will becomenurses.Katie Shaw is director of recruitingat Florida Hospital College ofHealth Sciences.Stephanie Sanchez (seated) receives support forher dream of becoming a nurse from Betty Varghese,the College’s mental health counselor.Paul MartinJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 5

Kentucky-Tennessee FeatureRecognizing ExcellenceBy Marvin LowmanCarlyle Ingersoll (left), Salli Jenks, Becky Patrick, David Moore, MattHartman, Elise Harboldt, Lauren Day, and Don Mathis, HighlandAcademy principal, attended the awards banquet in Scottsdale,Arizona, to receive their $15,000 grant.Highland Academy and MadisonAcademy have been recognizedfor the high quality of the programthese schools offer. In 2006, HighlandAcademy received the AcademyAward For Excellence from theAlumni Awards Foundation, and in2007, Madison Academy was therecipient of the same award. Theaward is not only recognition of excellencein Adventist education, butcomes with a monetary grant as well.Highland Academy received$15,000 which was used to remodelthe school’s library. “Applying forthe Alumni Awards For Excellenceis a huge undertaking involvingsubmitting a tremendous amount ofinformation to the Alumni AwardsFoundation,” says Don Mathis, principal.“We submitted a three-inchbinder covering everything from ourmission statement to accreditationstatus, and certification of all aspectsof our program.”Over the last three years,Madison Academy has undergonea transformation—spiritually, academically,technologically, and with6 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7respect to ethnic diversity—resultingin an increase in enrollment. “For allthose connected with the transformationof the school, the award validatedall the effort it took to reworkthe school and its program,” saysRob Stevenson, principal. MadisonAcademy received $25,000. Theawards are presented in Scottsdale,Arizona, during an awards presentationbanquet where a delegation ofstudents and staff from each schoolare present.Both academies are accreditedby the North American Division ofSeventh-day Adventists and SACS(Southern Association of Collegesand Schools), a nonAdventist accreditingbody. This is significant becauseit means, among other things,that our academies offer an educationprogram that is academicallysound. In fact, statistically, studentswho attend Adventist academies averagehigher achievement test scorescompared to students in publicschools. They also are more likely togo on to college and have a successfulcollege experience.Rob Stevenson (left), Madison Academy principal; SophiaKim, James Carpenter, Rachel Wilson, and Jimmy Closser,proudly display their $25,000 grant.But, the spiritual factor mustnot be overlooked. Bible classesand other religious activities providestudents the opportunity to knowGod, accept Jesus as their Lord andSavior, and commit their lives toservice. Mission trips at Highlandand Madison create opportunities toknow and understand other culturesand to serve others. Mission trips arelife-changing experiences for bothstudents and staff.“It’s a great honor to have bothof our academies receive the AlumniAwards For Excellence, back to back.This award is given to outstandingacademies in the North American Division,so this is a real honor for us,”says Larry Boughman, superintendentof schools for the Kentucky-TennesseeConference.The Alumni Awards Foundationexists to inspire and reward excellencein Adventist K-12 schools,educators, and alumni. Since 1995,the organization has awarded grantstotaling more than $800,000.

Florida FeatureBY DEREK MORRISSabbath, May 12, 2007, was aday of rejoicing at the Forest Lakechurch in Apopka, Florida. Evie Salzmanncame home!Evie was born in Haiti in 1941.Her parents were holocaust survivorswho had fled from Vienna, Austria,in 1938. Evie’s father was Jewish, andher mother was Roman Catholic. Herfather allowed her to be christenedas a baby in the Roman Catholicchurch in an attempt to protect herfrom Hitler’s persecution of the Jews,but Evie grew up in a home thatpracticed the Jewish faith.Thanks to the witness of Victorand Catherine Lebedoff, Seventh-dayAdventist missionaries in Haiti, Evie’sparents gave their permission for herto attend Forest Lake Academy (FLA)in Apopka, Florida, for the last threeyears of high school.“I am thoroughly enjoying your Ten Commandments series,” Evie Salzmann wrotewhile watching the web site video stream of Derek Morris, D.Min., Forest Lake church’ssenior pastor, at forestlakechurch.org. “We are so happy that you are part of our extendedfamily,” he responded. Evie joined the Forest Lake church by profession of faithon May 12, 2007, and Morris presented a quilt to her with the embroidered words,“Welcome home, Evie!”While a student at FLA, Evielearned more about Jesus, her Messiah.In her senior year, she confessedher love for Jesus through baptism.When her father heard abouther decision, he strongly opposedher commitment to follow Jesus.He forbade any further contact withSeventh-day Adventist Christians.Evie had hoped to attend SouthernMissionary College, but, due to herfather’s opposition, she ended up ata secular institution. She later marrieda Jewish man and has practiced theJewish faith for most of her life. But,Evie always knew, deep in her heart,that Jesus was her Messiah.Some months ago, Evie beganattending Forest Lake churchonline via its web church atforestlakechurch.org. Services arestreamed live every Sabbath from8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Evie watcheda series of messages entitled “Wordsof Blessing—A Fresh Look at the TenCommandments.” While watching asermon on the eighth commandment,Evie came under a strong convictionthat she needed to honor God withher finances. She e-mailed me at ForestLake church and asked for sometithe envelopes because she wantedto “stop stealing from God.” Evielater shared with me that she had tomake some major adjustments in hershopping habits in order to honorGod with her finances.Evie now attends church regularlyonline every Sabbath as partof the Forest Lake web church. OnSabbath, May 12, 2007, 48 years afterher baptism, Evie asked to become amember of the Forest Lake church byprofession of faith. She traveled morethan three hours from south Floridato testify to her new church familythat she has always believed thatJesus is her Messiah, and that it wastime to come home.The Prayers and Squares quiltingministry of the Forest Lake church,under the leadership of JoAnn Roth,presented Evie with a beautiful quiltto commemorate this joyful occasion.Embroidered on the quilt were thesewords: Welcome home, Evie!July 2007 • TIDINGS 7

Carolina NewsEddlemonAnnual GolfTournamentSunday, May 6,dawned cold, windy,and with overcast cloudedskies. This did notdampen the enthusiasmof more than 60 eagergolfers gathered at thelinks of Tryon CountryClub for the second annualEddlemon AdventistSchool Golf ClassicTournament.There were 15teams who teed off forthe 18-hole game. Fourholes offered prizes fora hole-in-one. Hole #4had a prize of $15,000if anyone were to beso lucky. Other holesoffered a chance to wina television, an airlineticket, and a set of golfclubs. Sad to report,these were not won byanyone this year.In addition to theplayers, 25 sponsorscontributed to the tournamentby sponsoringa hole, providing meals,or in other unique ways.Golfers came fromall around the Carolinasand from as far awayas Greeneville, Tenn.,to enjoy the challenge,the fun, and the fellowship.Approximately$4,500 was raised forthe benefit of EddlemonAdventist School.–BY KENNETH ANDDEBBIE WYNNMorganton Church Grand OpeningTim and Brenda Sheridan (seated left), present pastor; Tony and Mary Ann Cirigliano (standingleft),1991-1998; Jim and Bonnie Davidson, Conference president and morning speaker; Jamesand Doris Wolter, 1954-1957; Leslie and Connie Smart, 1987-1991; Edward and Mary Lee Herzel,1978-1982; and Archer and Anne Livengood, 1952-1954 and 1957-1960The Morganton, N.C.,church recently invitedformer pastors and gueststo the grand opening of itsnew church and school onMay 12, which is locatedjust off Interstate 40 nearthe city of Morganton.The old brick schoolbuilding, which broughtAdventist education to thearea for so many years,was demolished, makingway for construction of thenew Silver Creek AdventistSchool. The school wasbuilt first, a state-of-the-artstructure which includesthree classrooms, a sciencelab, media center, office,kitchen, and gymnasium.The school is equippedwith high-speed wirelessaccess where computersintegrate technology in theclassrooms.When the RockyfordStreet church was soldin May of 2004, the congregationshared the gymand classrooms with theschool. Three months laterthe church launched theWHGW (We Honor God’sWord) radio station. Theradio station broadcasts onfrequency 100.3 on the FMdial.In the fall of 1939evangelist Harry Taylorconducted meetings in aportable structure, “TheRainbow Tabernacle.”Thirty new membersjoined the church throughbaptism. As a result ofthis event, the Morgantonchurch was established onMay 15, 1940, with ElderB.F. Kneeland serving asthe pastor. It was aboutthis time that remainingmembers of the Glen Alpinechurch on JamestownRoad transferred to eitherthe Table Rock, Laurel, orMorganton churches. It wasthese three churches thatmade up the district at thattime.This is the same propertywhere back in the1920s an Adventist schooland health institute operated.The institute waslocated on 186 acres, onboth sides of Jamestownroad. Today, Interstate40 has taken much of theproperty. After all theseyears the Adventist work inMorganton has come fullcircle.—BY RON QUICKRon QuickRon Quick8 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Carolina NewsLandmark Obtained for Half PriceMembers of the Clemsonchurch are rejoicing,having acquired thelandmark Wesleyan churchand parsonage located ahalf-mile from the campusof Clemson University. Itseemed impossible, butafter much prayer the Wesleyan’saccepted an offerfor half the asking price.The small Clemsongroup has been busyreaching out to Universitystudents by holding a Biblestudy group in the studentcenter on Tuesdaynights. Along withthis they conducteda health expo onthe University campus.In additionto their outreach inClemson, they haveaccepted a graciousgift of an historichome located nearthe poorest neighborhoodsof nearbySeneca, S.C., wherethey are planningoutreach ministries.This focused groupof 70 faithful believers aregrateful for how God hasblessed their efforts.—BY LEWIS STUBBSCar Show Reaches CommunityA crisp Sunday morningin March with vintagecars, classy motorcycles,and Micro-Midget Racers—what’s not to like?That was the idea thatcrossed the mind of JohnEarnhardt, pastor of theColumbia, S.C., First church.With his family’s roots inracing and access to theMicro-Midget Racers, it wasa sure winner for evangelisticoutreach.His idea came to fruitionon Sunday, March 4,2007, as the church groundsbecame a showground formotorcycles, “trikes,” andwell-maintained cars andtrucks. More than 100 enthusiaststurned out for theevent, with local coveragefrom the newspaper and localtelevision stations.The location of the “Carand Motor Show” allowedpeople to mingle freely andask questions about thechurch and the ChristianTalk Radio station, WBAJ,which has its studio onthe property adjoining thechurch building.Seems like an unusualway to win souls, but it’spart of a larger plan to meetpeople fromthe community,makefriends, andhopefully,invite themback to visitagain. Wherea person maynot be readyfor an invitationto attend church serviceor other spiritual event, theyare most likely receptive tosomething like a cookingschool, health seminar, or,yes, even a car show.This is only the beginningof a concentratedevangelistic outreach. Nowthat they’ve been to thechurch, it’s easier for themto come back.—REPORTED BY CHARLIESecond Placein a HalfMillion VotesWhenChristianradio stationWMITfromBlackMountain,N.C., helda contest for singers toperform with the populargroup, Avalon, NatashaHildebran Perez was oneof the 286 entries. Afterone week, more than ahalf million votes werecast. Natasha, a Hickorynative, was in the topthree.When the judges’ voteswere tallied, Natasha camein second and she wasvoted the favorite by theaudience. Since that night,Natasha has been invitedto perform at various functionsand churches.Natasha’s singingcareer began while shewas attending Mt. PisgahAcademy and happened tobe singing in the shower.One of the students heardher and encouraged her tosing for Vespers. From thatpoint on she realized shehad a talent that could beused to glorify God.“I said Lord, I knowyou have a plan for mylife. Just show me whatyou want me to do,”stated Natasha.Natasha is married toCarlos Perez, who currentlyserves in the ArmedForces. The couple has a13-month-old son.—BY SUSAN SMITHCarolyn CobbJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 9

Florida NewsPrayer Summit Provides Encounter With GodKnow Him—LoveHim—Share Him was thetheme of the 2007 PrayerSummit held at CampKulaqua, High Springs,Fla., in a 3-in-1 EncounterWith God that provided forEnglish-speaking, Spanish-speaking,and youthgroups. More than 400participants came “expectingGod to do miracles,”said Michael Coe, a seminarpresenter and Mt. Dora,Fla., church pastor.The main speaker,Michelle Siebel, prayercoordinator from HawaiiConference, used John 17as the basis for her message.Siebel related howGod impresses her to makecontact with people whomshe has never met.Highlights of theprogram were:• Seminars—Fivepresenters: JuanitaKretschmar, AlexSchlussler, Joel Honoré,Virginia Collins,and Michael Coe, modeledhow they pray forRosalie Flores from Southeastern California Conference praysfor pastors Cecilio Pérez (left) and Fernando Paulín, who wereamong the 150 attendees in the Spanish-language track.people and allow forhands-on experiences.“The seminars were aneye-opener for me,”says Kevin Manestar,Sarasota churchmember. “My prayerwalk will never be thesame.”• Hour of Prayer—Peopletook turns prayingfor each other on Sabbathmorning, directedby Joel Honoré, Conferenceministerialfield secretary.• Anointing Service—Haskell Williams,Apopka church pastor,and a team of eldersled the Sunday morninganointing service.• Spanish LanguageGroup—Ofelia Reyes, apast prayer coordinatorfrom Southeastern CaliforniaConference, andRosalie Flores, whoinitiated the prayerministry in that Conference,presented theguidelines for starting aprayer ministry and forkeeping it alive. Presentationswere basedon II Chronicles 7:14,“If my people…pray.”• Youth Group—NickiCarleton shared withthe young peoplehow to set up and usea prayer room. Theparticipants learned tojournal and becomeinvolved in the manyfacets of prayer.“The weekend presenterstaught us how to prayusing the scriptures andsongs to make prayer meetingsmore meaningful andparticipative,” said JorgeRojas, Carol City Spanish/Miami Beach First Spanishdistrict pastor.Plans are being madefor the next Prayer Summi—January11-13, 2008,with the theme, “Empoweredin 2008.” The featuredspeaker will be RoscoeHoward, III, General Conferenceexecutive secretary.—by Steve AdessaLay Pastors Receive Credentials to ServeMore than 75 lay pastorsand spouses gatheredMay 11 and 12 at Pine LakeRetreat, Groveland, Fla., fortraining events. A weekendhighlight was the sharedstories of God’s recentblessings in their churches.Sessions were conductedby Abel Paulín, Conferenceevangelism coordinator;Joel Honoré, ministerialfield secretary; Tim Nichols,ministerial field secretary;Ken Norton, churchplanting coordinator; andBob Boggess, lay pastoralministries coordinator. KenBurrill, Conference vicepresident for administrationand ministerial, directedthe retreat.Lay pastors provideprimary pastoral care tomore than 50 local congregationsin Florida. Manymore lay pastors assist withpastoral care of congregationsthroughout the state.—by Bob BoggessJorge RojasEight participants received lay pastor credentials from BobBoggess (second from left), Conference lay pastoral ministriescoordinator, and Ken Burrill (right), Conference vice presidentfor ministerial.Ricardo Vaquerano10 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Florida NewsPeru Mission Project Results In 1,021 BaptismsDuring week-longevangelistic meetings heldat 30 sites in Arequipa,Peru, 1,021 new believerswere baptized.Seventy lay leadersand pastors from Floridaconducted the campaignsalong with Conferenceadministrators Mike Cauley,president; Carmen Rodriguez,executive secretary;Ken Burrill, vice presidentfor administration and ministerial;and Abel Paulín,vice president for Spanishlanguageministries andevangelism coordinator.Free daily medical clinicstreated more than 600patients under the directionof Julius Garner, M.D., andchildren’s ministries workshopswere conducted byRhoda Burrill, children’sministries director. In additionto providing theseservices, the underlyingThe 2007 camp meetingseason witnessed theintroduction of new servicesfor its Haitian constituentsin their native Creolelanguage. Six hundred andfifty people attended themeetings held at BethelL’Eglise Haitenne Des Adventistesin Orlando.Conference pastors coordinatedthe services andprovided the preaching forthe Friday night and Sabbathservices. Mike Cauley,Conference president, lenthis support and presencein an afternoon forum withchurch members.The Sabbath eveningpurpose forthe trip was toobserve firsthandthe successfulsmallgroup evangelisticministriesnow explodinginto rapidchurch growthin the PeruUnion Mission.The participantstriedto discoverworking principlesthat caneffectively betransplantedinto evangelisticministriesin the FloridaConference.The PeruMission Project was coordinatedby Bob Boggess, laypastoral ministries coordinator;Abel Paulín; andHaitians Gather at First Camp MeetingEnthusiasm among the 650 attendees at the Haitian camp meetingswelled with every service. Prayer and praise highlighted thepowerful Spirit-filled weekend where the capacity crowd promptedevent planners to talk of a larger gathering site in 2008.service began with a youthconcert. The program alsofeatured testimonies ofpraise and concluded witha prayer and anointingservice. The most powerfulMike Cauley (top), Conferencepresident, assisted localpastor Jairo Garcia Vasquezwith baptisms at the Parrachurch in the picturesque city of Arequipa, Peru (right)—the site of 30 evangelisticseries of meetings conducted from late April to early May.the Conference evangelismdepartment staff. The tripalso included a visit to LakeTiticaca, the region of earlymoments of the weekendwere experienced as God’speople sought His presencethrough prayer andanointing.“The beautiful musicJoe EscobarAdventist mission workunder the leadership ofFernando Stahl.—by Bob Boggessled by the young membersof the congregationenriched my worshipingexperience that day,” saidCarmen Rodriguez, Conferenceexecutive secretary.Three full-timepastors—Billy Léveillé,Luc Pierre, and MichelPorcena—along with 10lay pastors serve 2,000members who worship inthe Conference’s Haitiancongregations. Additionally,many Haitian members areactive in English- and Spanish-speakingchurches.—by CARMEN RODRIGUEZPhotos: Bob BoggessJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 11

Georgia-Cumberland NewsDoss Statue Dedicated at Veterans Memorial ParkIt was a dream cometrue for Phil Garver, presidentof the Veterans MemorialPark in Collegedale,Tenn. A life-size statue ofthe late Corporal DesmondT. Doss was unveiled anddedicated on May 1, preservingDoss’s salute andsmile in bronze.“He loved Collegedale,he loved the community,he loved the Pathfinders,he loved our Church, andfor us to honor him here, tome, is the ultimate positivething we could do,” saidGarver, who took the initiativeto build a VeteransMemorial Park in the Collegedalearea seven yearsago.“He is a great Americanhero,” said GregoryJohnson, the artist whosculpted the Medic Memorialstatue in the Park. “Thiswas a man with a missionwho saved 75 soldiers—anincredible story of braveryunder fire, being woundedand continuing. I know hewas a man in God’s pocketand protected.” Gregory didthe sculpting in 240 hoursand the foundry spent sixmonths putting it in bronze.Hamilton County,Tenn., Mayor ClaudeRamsey said, “He was agentle person who servedhis country in a unique sortof way. He distinguishedhimself to win the CongressionalMedal of Honor, andin so doing, Harry Trumanis quoted as saying whenhe presented the Medal toCorporal Desmond Doss,‘It is a greater honor topresent this medal than itis to be the President ofthe United States.’ I don’tknow that I could say it inany better way, and to havethis tribute for him today isoutstanding.”“It was 62 years agothis week that DesmondDoss answered the call tobear the burden of caringfor his entire company ofmen, 155 soldiers strugglingto survive on the 450-footMaeda Escarpment, knownas ‘hacksaw-ridge,’ and themagnificent accomplishmenthow he saved 75 mensingle-handedly,” said TerryBenedict, director/producerof the award winning documentaryfilm, The ConscientiousObjector, in his presentationduring the event.The last line of his Medalof Honor citation says itall, “His name became asymbol throughout the 77thdivision for outstandinggallantry far and above andbeyond the call of duty,”according to Benedict.“I’m just overwhelmed,”said Frances Doss, Desmond’swidow. “It’s reallybeautiful! The things theyhave on the sides and thestatue itself, I just can’t getover it.”Phil Garver, who is aVietnam war combat medicveteran himself, says, “Ireally hope that parentsand grandparents will actuallyuse the opportunityand seize the moments asthey walk the Greenwayto make comments aboutthe sacrifices of people andDesmond. This will increasethe opportunities a hundredfold, but they will have totake advantage of these opportunities.”The statue was madepossible and totally financedby a donationfrom Elsworth and SharonMcKee.—BY MARTIN KNOPPERThe statue of Medal of Honor recipient Desmond T. Doss standssaluting the American flag in Veterans Memorial Park.Martin KnopperGeorgia-Cumberland on the WebWith more than 4,000 pages of news, videos, and ministry resources, www.gccsda.com is the place to go for the latest information about Georgia-CumberlandConference. While you’re there, take a moment to fill out a short web site surveyabout www.gccsda.com. Your input will help us improve the site to better serveyou.12 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Georgia-Cumberland News“I enjoy fellowship andthe sermons, but I thinkmost of all it’s interactingwith others and seeinghow the Lord is workingin other people’s lives. It’ssomething we look forwardto every year.” said VincentBanks, a member of theAdairsville, Ga., church.He was speaking about theannual camp meeting onthe campus of SouthernAdventist University in Collegedale,Tenn.Camp meeting includedevening meetings, May30-June 2, with seminarsalso available on May 31and June 1. The highlightof camp meeting was Sabbathmorning, when IlesAuditorium was filled fortwo church services andTed Struntz had notalways planned to becomea minister. He originallyaspired to be a medicaldoctor, then accepted God’scall to pastoral ministry“Harvest Time” at Camp Meeting 2007Struntz Ordained into Gospel MinistryTed and Lynette Struntz stand with their daughterafter the ordination service.Sabbath school as SeventhdayAdventists gathered toworship.On Friday evening andSabbath morning, DerekMorris, D.Min., shared athree-part series, “Prayingthe Radical Prayer,” whichfocused on the text foundin Luke 10:2, “Thereforesaid he unto them, theharvest truly is great, butthe laborers are few: prayye therefore the Lord ofthe harvest, that he wouldsend forth laborers into hisharvest.”With the theme “HarvestTime” for CampMeeting 2007, the focustruly was evangelism andpersonal willingness to minister.Ed Wright, Conferencepresident, shared, “Let uswhile leading a spiritual retreatduring his senior yearat Laurelbrook Academy.On May 12, Struntz wasordained as a Seventh-dayAdventist minister. The ceremonytookplace at theKnoxville,Tenn., FirstchurchwhereStruntzserves asassociatepastor.One ofthe highlightsof hisministry, asStruntz describedit,was leadingFeatured speaker Derek Morris, D.Min., leads the congregation ina song with the words from Luke 10:2, the Bible verse his sermonswere centered around.pray that we will see withnew eyes the ripening harvestthat surrounds us. Let’scovenant to bring a newChristian with us to campmeeting next year—not theresult of our pressure ormanipulation, but the resulta group of lay-evangelists toIndia where they conductedevangelistic meetings resultingin more than 1,400baptisms.At the ordination service,the Conference wasrepresented by Ed Wright,president; Steve Haley, vicepresident for administration/secretariat; Stan Patterson,vice president for pastoralministries; and Rick Greve,evangelism and ministerialdirector for the northernregion.The ordination messagewas given by WaltWilliams, associate professorof Christian ministriesand director of InMinistryat Andrews TheologicalSeminary in Berrien Springs,of God’s Spirit ripening theharvest, and our decision tobe faithful to His call.”To hear sermons andsee pictures from CampMeeting 2007, visit www.gccsda.com.—BY REBECCA BROOKSMich. Williams drew attentionto 1 Samuel, chapters1-4, applying it to Struntz,quoting, “I will raise Me upa faithful priest, that shalldo according to that whichis in Mine heart and in Minemind; and I will build hima sure house; and he shallwalk before Mine anointedforever.” (1 Samuel 2:35)The ordination prayerwas given by Steve Haleyand Allan Williamson, directorof church ministries forthe Southern Union. Thebenediction was presentedby Struntz’s father-in-law,Rus J. Aldridge, pastor inUmatilla, Fla.—BY MARTIN KNOPPERRebecca BrooksJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 13

Gulf States NewsTeam Completes Sixth Mission to IndiaAs a result of the team’s ministry, 22 new churches in southernIndia have been established. Elbert James (left) stands in frontof one of the churches started by the group. The plaque honorsJames and his team.A team of six lay peoplefrom the Gulf States andWashington conferenceshave completed their sixthmission trip to southernIndia. The team is led byElbert James, a member ofthe Crestview, Fla., church.Since 2000, the teamhas been responsible forestablishing 22 churches,a shelter for the blind, andhelped in the education ofmany children and collegestudents.Other members of theteam include James Rosier,Mary Love Shaver, MartinGreenlaw, and PamelaWilson.Each member is a vitalpart of the overall program.Shaver, and her 12-year-oldgranddaughter, Makariah,took care of the children’sprogram. Wilson presenteda health talk eachnight. Greenlaw preachedthe first of three meetings.Rosier preached at the nextmeeting, and James finishedwith the third meeting andclosed out with a street concert,where many peoplegave their hearts to God.The focus of the meetingsthis year was to nurturethe people who have joinedthe church since the teambegan their ministry toIndia. “Over the years themission of reaching soulsfor Christ has not beeneasy, but I wouldn’t tradethis experience for anything,it has increased myspiritual growth and hasgiven me a closer relationshipwith Christ,” explainsJames. “I remember readingthe prayer of Jabez,and praying thatprayer for my life.”God didn’ttake long to answerJames’ prayer. Thenext day he wasinvited to go on amission trip to thePhilippines to singfor the evangelisticmeetings. Thetrip created a new visionfor him, and when he wasasked if he would like tohelp with a mission outreachin India, he acceptedthe challenge.The people of Indiapossess a caring nature, andthey are very receptive tothe Adventist message. Theteam has been welcomedwith open arms, and Jamesbelieves it’s because theyfollow Jesus’ example ofmingling with the people,desiring their good, gainingtheir trust, meeting theirneeds, and bidding them tofollow Christ.This mission to Indiahas been made possiblethrough contributions. “Weare thankful for all the support,and for the churcheswho have allowed me toput on programs in theirplace of worship,” saysJames. “It is not over untilall people, nations, kindred,and tongues have had theGospel preached to them,”he adds.For more informationplease contact AccessUnlimited Ministries, 137 W.Walnut Avenue, Crestview,FL 32536, or 850-682-4478.—BY REBECCA GRICEMany have been baptized because of theteam’s ministry.DesmondDossMemorialPatty Parks, director of theNational Medal of HonorMuseum, was the guestspeaker.On March 31, 2007,a large crowd gatheredat the Piedmont, Ala.,church for a memorialand dedication service tohonor the late DesmondT. Doss, who was amember at Piedmont.A monument andflagpole were dedicatedin remembrance of Dossfor his heroic role insaving the lives of morethan 75 men duringWorld War II. He wasthe only conscientiousobjector to receive theCongressional Medalof Honor. “God did amighty work throughDesmond Doss, and wewant to keep this storyalive,” explains RickyBlythe, Piedmont pastor.Charlie Fagan,Peidmont mayor, commented,“It was a greatday for a great man.”14 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Gulf States NewsPathfinders Parade at Camp MeetingDrums beat, wagonsrolled, flags flew, andPathfinders marched atthe annual Pathfinder fairparade which was held onthe first weekend of campmeeting. Seventeen clubsthroughout the Conferenceattended the fair. Paradefloats depicted the Pathfindertheme for the year,which is “Pioneering forChrist.”Saturday night and earlySunday morning, boothswith impressive displaysshowcasing individual andclub accomplishments,were set up in the gym.In the afternoon, clubsparticipated in field events,including an egg toss, slowbicycle race, and a relayrace, which entailed fillinga bucket with one cup ofwater at a time (no spillsallowed!).At the end of thefield events, a plane flewover the field and dropedpackages of M & M candy.Among the dropped candywas specially marked packageswith certificates for afree week of summer campat Camp Alamisco, and giftcertificates for purchases atthe Camp store.After the award ribbonswere presented byBob Kimbro, Pathfindercouncil chairperson; JeffWood, Conference youthdirector; and other councilmembers, groups of tired,but happy, Pathfindersand staff, headed for theirvehicles for long driveshome.The fair was plannedby the Pathfinder counciland the Conference youthdepartment.—BY REBECCA GRICEDeb Gorecki Receives John Hancock AwardThe John HancockAward is an award uniqueto the Conference, andis given each year torecognize outstandingleadership of a Pathfinderleader. The leader must bea Master Guide, and theymust attend three out ofthe four major yearly ConferencePathfinder eventswith their club or attendthe event as a supportperson. The recipient isgiven a plaque and $300.This year, the JohnBob Kimbro, Pathfinder council chairperson,presented the John Hancock Award to Deb Gorecki,recognizing her for outstanding leadership toPathfinders.HancockAward of Excellencewaspresented toDeb Gorecki,Birmingham,Ala., Pathfinderleader.More than15 years ago,Deb and herhusband,John, beganthe Adventurerclub at theBirminghamFirst church. When theirdaughters joined Pathfinders,they became Pathfinderleaders and still continue tolead youth to Heaven.Deb served as thegirls’ director on a Conferenceteen mission trip, as amember on the ConferencePathfinder council, and shecurrently assists with thecentral Alabama Pathfinderdistrict.July 2007 • TIDINGS 15

Kentucky-Tennessee NewsErik Carter was ordainedto the Gospel ministryon May 5, in his homechurch of Middletown, Ky.Erik Carter was bornin Loma Linda, Calif. Hespent a good part of hisearly childhood in Ohioand Indiana before movingback to California,where he graduated fromNewbury Park AdventistAcademy.Carter spent two yearsin Norway, the home countryof his mother, Birgitt,studying youth evangelismat Matteson-skolenin Mysen, and Norwegianculture and language inOslo. The following yearhe enrolled in theologicalMable Mooreand Mabel Samsare using theirskills to blesschildren in needof love. A yearand-a-halfago,the Portland,Tenn., churchstarted the “Bagsof Love” programwhich providesa duffle bag containinga blanket,toys, games, andpersonal careitems for childrenremoved from homes whenparents are arrested for druguse.Mable Moore is 95years old. She has knitmany blankets and small afghansto put in the bags forthe children. Mabel Sams,also 95, has sewn duffleErik Carter Ordained to MinistryHarmony and Erik Carterbags and has tied manyfleece throws for the children.The idea of the “Bagsof Love” program is to letthe children know thatsomeone cares about themwhen they are taken fromtheir homes and placed in astrange environment.The Portland “Bags ofstudies at Newbold Collegein England.Returning to the UnitedStates, Carter continuedstudying at Southern AdventistUniversity,graduating in 2000with a bachelor ofarts degree in theology.Two years later,he graduated witha master of arts inreligion from AndrewsUniversity TheologicalSeminary. Currently,he is pursuing graduatestudies in pastoralcare and counseling.Carter marriedHarmony Kubik inBentonsport, Iowa,on May 20, 2001. Sheis studying medicineat the University of LouisvilleSchool of Medicine inKentucky.In January, 2003, Carterbegan an internship at theLouisville First church. InMay, 2004, he receivedhis first district assignmentin the Paducah-Mayfield-Murray district in Kentucky.He is presently serving theMiddletown-Lawrenceburgdistrict in Kentucky.On hand to officiatein Carter’s ordination wereJud Lake, professor of religionat Southern AdventistUniversity; Richard Hallock,Conference president;Douglas Hilliard, Conferencetreasurer; John vanZyl, Conference ministerialdirector; and Robert Lawson,former Louisville Firstpastor.Women Prove “You’re Never Too Old”Mable Moore works on an afghan, which will go into one ofthe “Bags of Love.”Love” programservesthe SumnerCountyChild ProtectiveServicesand, withthe help of the nearbyHighland church, the ChildProtective Services in ad-Mabel Sams displays some of her work, whichwill bless the children who receive a “Bag ofLove.”jacent Simpson County inKentucky.–BY JEAN MILLER16 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Kentucky-Tennessee NewsHarold and Retha Royrecently celebrated their60th wedding anniversary.Roy served in the U.S.Navy during World War II,and saw combat in boththe European-African andthe Asiatic Pacific theaters.He was awarded six battlestars, seven U.S. medalsand decorations, andseveral medals by foreigncountries. Roy participatedin the capture of the Germansub marine U-505, nowon permanent display as awar memorial in the ChicagoMuseum of Scienceand Industry. He was inTokyo Bay on SeptemberWith the encouragementof Tim Madding, pastor,the Louisville, Ky., Firstchurch experienced servantevangelism using popcorn.The idea is simple: Do anBikers and skaters receivedmore than just popcorn andlemonade.act of kindness to meetpeople where they are. Theidea of passing out bags offree popcorn and cold lemonadeat Louisville’s skatepark was certainly differentfrom passing out DiscoveryRoys Celebrate 60 Years of MarriageRetha and Harold Roy2, 1945, for the SurrenderCeremonies aboard the USSMissouri, ending WorldWar II.Retha and Haroldbegan dating when hereturned home to RussellSprings, Ky., from theNavy, and they were marrieda few months later.They were baptizedinto the Seventh-day AdventistChurch in Cincinnati,Ohio, April 17, 1949,as a result of the faithfulwit nessing of an Adventistneighbor.Harold earned abachelor of arts degree intheology at Southern MissionaryCollege. Later hecompleted graduate workat Spalding University andPacific Western University.Retha attended ClarkLouisville Uses Popcorn EvangelismBible Lesson cards.Six adults and a fewchildren met after church tomake a huge bag of popcorn.Small bags of popcornwere filled at the park.On each small bag wasa business card that said,“This is our simple way…ofsaying that God loves you.”And, in small print, “Let usknow if we can be of moreassistance.” On the backof the card was a map andinformation about weeklyservices, the church’s website,and the phone number.Before the “popcornstand” could be set up, skaters,boarders, and cycler’sgathered around asking,“Are you really givingaway free popcorn anddrink?” Assuring them thatit was free, an interest wasinstantly generated. Just asMadding predicted, opportunitiesto share Christ’slove developed. At leastone Bible study resultedTechnical College and theUniversity of Ken tucky.The Roys served indenominational work formore than 35 years in theOhio, Pennsylvania, GulfStates, and Kentucky-Tennesseeconferences.Since retiring, Haroldhas served as a chaplainand has con tinued writing.Retha enjoys ornithology,sewing, and growing flowers.The Roys have twosons, two grandchildren,and two great-grandchildren.Harold and Rethaare members of the PeweeValley, Ky., church.65th WeddingAnniversaryThe 65th wedding anniversary of Jack and MargaretInch was celebrated by the Gallatin church onMarch 24, 2007. Jackand Margaret weremarried on March 23,1942, in Ohio. Theyare charter membersof the Gallatin church.Jack has been thetreasurer and elderfor many years. Hehas also served on theKentucky-Tennesseefrom the team’s efforts.–BY CLIFTON KELLERJack and Margaret InchConference executive committee. Margaret hasserved as deaconess, greeter, Sabbath school superintendent,and Sabbath school investment leader.The Inches have one daughter, three grandchildren,and two great-grandchildren.–BY JUDY SYFERTJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 17

South Atlantic NewsSouth Atlantic Remembers a Gospel SoldierPastor Gary JamesJouett was born October1, 1952, in Covington, Ky.,the tenth of 11 children.He was baptized into theAdventist faith at the age of19 at Ethan Temple churchby Walter Pearson, Jr., inDayton, Oh. He sensed thecall of God to enter theministry at an early age.He graduated fromJefferson High School inDayton, Oh., in 1972, andthen attended OakwoodCollege in Huntsville, Ala.,to pursue a bachelor’s degreein theology.While attending Oakwood,he left for two yearsto work for the ChristianRecord Braille Foundation.He then returned to Oakwoodin 1982 to completehis studies.In 1984, he joined theSouth Atlantic Conferenceteam as an assistant pastorat West Broad church inPictured are Kathy Cox (left), GeorgiaState superintendent of schools; FranchisCook, school counselor; and WilliamBradley Bryant, Georgia State boardmember from the fourth congressionaldistrictSavannah, Ga., from 1984-1986. From there, he servedas the assistant pastor atBerean church in Atlanta,Ga., from 1986-1989. Itwas a joy for him to serveat Berean with WalterPearson, the senior pastorwho baptized him. Afterhe was ordained into theGospel ministry in 1988, hepastored Bethel church inClinton, N.C., and Bereanchurch in Lillington, N.C.,from 1989-1994. He wenton to pastor Mt. Hebronchurch in Wilson, N.C.; theSmithfield, N.C., church;Gethsemane church inRaleigh, N.C.; and Shilohchurch in Charleston, S.C.In 2003, he became thepastor of Ebenezer churchin Augusta, Ga., where heserved until the time of hisdeath.Pastor Jouett possessedso many admirable qualitiesand traits. He was sucha friendly, congenial, andhappy person. He lovedhis wife, Vanessa, and theirthree children, beyond theability to express verbally.After returning from arecent trip to Paris, France,he said the most beautifulsight he saw there was hiswife. He was very proudof his children and theiraccomplishments. He andDecatur Member ReceivesNational Leadership AwardThe DeKalbCounty’s Guidanceand CounselingDepartmentrecognized FranchisCook as a masterschool counselorduring the firstcounty, state, andsouthern regionMaster CounselorInduction Program.Cook has beenemployed withDeKalb CountySchools since August,1999, and has workedthe last four years at SnapfingerElementary School.Snapfinger is one of 15schools in the nation, andthe first in the state of Georgia,to achieve a recognizednational model programsince the program’s inceptionin 2004. This modelensures all students attendingSnapfinger are beingserved by a comprehensive,data-driven school counselingprogram, which showshow students are differenthis wife taught them thatthe power of education wasimmeasurable, and it was alesson they took to heart.Their oldest daughter,Adoraeu, recently completedlaw school; Brandi, themiddle daughter, graduatedfrom medical school in May;and their son, Gary, II, isa professor in the businessdepartment at OakwoodCollege.The South AtlanticConference and the Augustachurch family mourn thelost of this vibrant, energeticpastor, and his infectioussmile. His untimely deathon May 16, 2007, at theage of 54, is a reminder forthose who loved him andwho knew of his passionfor God’s people, to fullyembrace the message of1888, of Righteousness byFaith.—BY JAMES K. LAMBas a result of what schoolcounselors do.Cook has been a memberof the Decatur, Ga.,church since 1986. In herquest for continued professionaldevelopment, she hasbecome a national certifiedcounselor, a nationally certifiedschool counselor, anda licensed professional counselor.She not only worksin the public sector, but alsooperates a private practiceas well.—BY JAMES K. LAMB18 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

South Atlantic NewsBethany Students Win Big in Spelling BeeSix Bethany students were winners of theSpelling Bee.The students of BethanyChristian Academy tookcommand of the Central andSouth Georgia Annual SpellingBee held at WimbishAdventist Academy in Macon,Ga., on March 28, 2007.The Bee included schoolsin the Georgia-CumberlandConference: Columbus,James Simmons, amember of McClellanville,S.C., church, recently receivedthe Jefferson Award,honoring him for communityservice.The community knowshim affectionately as “thegarbage man,” but Simmonsis always collecting newtitles because he never saysno to someone in need. HeMacon, Oglethorpe,Lakeland,LaGrange,and Savannah.The SouthAtlantic schoolswere Albanyand Macon.In an effort toencourage selfconfidenceandto foster camaraderieamong theschools, every student fromevery school participated.There were threespelling divisions: DivisionI—grades one andtwo; Division II—gradesthree to five; and DivisionIII—grades six to eight.Each division had threewinners: first, second, andthird place, with nine totalwinners. Bethany ChristianAcademy garnered six ofthe nine winning positions.In Division I the word listwas exhausted, and the remainingspellers were askedto spell challenge words,words they had not studied.In addition to learningto spell the words onthe word list, the studentsworked on word endings,etymologies, alternate pronunciations,and sentenceusage of the words.Bethany congratulatesCaleb Lewis, Division I, firstplace; DeAisha Watson,Division I, second place;Maria Randall, Division II,is also the “taxi man,” the“fix-it man,” the “groceryman,” the “preacher man,”and the “mentoring man.”The women who enjoyquilting at the Santee Seniorand Community Center say,“He walks in the footstepsof Jesus.” The men say,“You can call on him day ornight.”The director of the centerrecounted, “This is hisministry. Many of the peoplehe helps don’t have carsand live alone. We can’t dowithout him.” His ministryblossomed when he startedgiving Bible studies at thecenter six years ago. Simmonswill tell you he helpspeople because that’s theway his family got by whenhe was a young boy.first place; Precious Walker,Division II, second place;Joycelyn Warren, DivisionIII, second place; and RaymondWell, Jr., Division III,third place.Language arts is a majorpart of the curriculum atBethany. Students in gradesone to three have successfullywritten their first book.Each of the members ofthe “Young Authors Club”wrote a 15-page book onthe subject of their choicewhich was complete withillustrations. The influenceand the creativity of theirteacher, Janice Stevenson,has led to their success asyoung writers.—BY SHERIDAN ALBERTMcClellanville Member Receives the Jefferson AwardThe Jefferson Award isgiven to individuals in fivecategories, one of which isrendering public service.Out of 40 individuals in thegroup, Simmons was amongthe six finalists. From thatgroup one will go to Washington,D.C., for nationalrecognition.—BY WILLIE DUPREEPASTORS IN TRANSITIONPASTOR FROM TOMark Golson Savannah, Ga.-West Broad Wilmington/Reiglewood, N.C.Nathaniel Good High Point/Lexington, N.C. Spartanburg, S.C./Shelby, N.C.Crawford Humphrey Lillington/Sanford, N.C. Fayetteville/Clinton, N.C.Michael Miller Fayetteville/Clinton, N.C. Charlotte-Trinity/Salisbury, N.C.Carl McRoy Spartanburg, S.C./Shelby, N.C. Conference Publishing DirectorDavid Smith Wilmington/Reiglewood, N.C. Savannah, Ga.-West BroadAlex Todd Orangeburg/Denmark, S.C. High Point/Lexington, N.C.Keith Woodard ---------------------------- Burlington/Reidsville, N.C.July 2007 • TIDINGS 19

Southern Union ConferenceHealth Professionals’ RetreatCONTINUING EDUCATIONOctober 11-14, 2007■ Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistsTopics: Advanced Cardic Life Support (ACLS) and Basic LifeSupport (CPR) Renewal CoursesAccreditation: 7 hours of continuing education are beingapplied for and are pending approval from theAmerican Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).Schedule: Thursday - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Instructors: Faculty from Florida Hospital AHA TrainingCenterEvelyn Courson, RN, BS, CCRNJean Turcotte, RN, MA, CCRNSusan Whitney RN, MS, PCCNJanet Celli, RN, BSN, PCCNDoug Crookston, CCEMT-P■ Nurse/Nurse PractitionerTopics: HPV and Gardasil: The Whole TruthBreakfast: Gateway to Lifestyle ChangeDiabetes: Discoveries and DilemmasAsperger’s Syndrome: The Geek SyndromeOsteoporosisLaw and Order for NursesAccreditation: Southern Adventist University (SAU), accreditedby the Southern Association of Colleges andSchools, and the National League of Nurses,authorizes up to 7 hours of continuing education.Instructors: Southern Adventist University School of NursingBarbara James, DSN, RN, CNE, Professor and DeanSylvia Mayer, RN, MS, Associate ProfessorHolly Gadd, Ph.D., APRN, BC, FNP, Professor,Graduate Program CoordinatorBonnie Freeland, MSN, FNP-BC, Associate ProfessorShirley Spears, MS, RNCS, ANP, Associate ProfessorPamela Ahlfeld, MS, RN, Associate Professor,Undergraduate Program Coordinator■ Physical TherapyTopic: Therapeutic Exercise for Special PopulationsAccreditation: 7 credit hours of continuing education arebeing applied for and are pending approval from thestates of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,Mississippi,and Tennessee. North and South Carolinado not preapprove.Instructor: John Carlos, Jr., P.T., Ph.D., Professor of PhysicalTherapy, Andrews University■ Respiratory TherapyTopics: Medication Errors/Patient Safety (2 hours)Chest Film Assessment (2 hours)Perfecting Precepting Skills (1 hour)Promoting Professional Practice/Team Building (1 hour)Internet Resources for the Respiratory Therapist (1 hour)Accreditation: 7 hours of continuing education are beingapplied for and are pending approval from theAmerican Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).Instructors: Florida Hospital Medical Center, Orlando, FloridaRichard A. Hicks, BS, RRT, Director, Osceola Division,Department of Respiratory CareSusan K. Warren, BS, RRT, Staff DevelopmentCoordinator, Department of Respiratory Care■ Health MinistriesTopics: The Feeling Good Seeker – Personal GuidelinesThe Empty Sky Searcher – Guidelines for the Bible andSpirit of ProphecyThe Head of Our Time Seer – Scientific GuidelinesThe Silver Bullet of HealthPhysical Activity, Obesity, and DiabetesPhysical Activity and the Older AdultAccreditation: North American Division Health CertificationInstructors: Don Morgan, Ph.D., Professor, Department ofHealth and Human Performance, Middle TennesseeState University, Murfreesboro, TNStoy Proctor, M.Div., MPH, Associate Director of HealthMinistries, General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists20 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Weekend SpeakerDick DuerksenAssistant to the President of Maranatha Volunteers InternationalFriday night: “Peter as Healer”Sabbath School: “Soy Milk, American Flags, and Drill Bits”Worship Hour: “Why God Made Chairs”Sabbath Vespers: “The Anatomy of Love”Southern Union ConferenceHealth Professionals’ RetreatOctober 11-14, 2007Registration FormRegistration Fee: $50.00 (non-refundable)I would like to register for the following CE class:_____CRNA ACLS (Renewal Course)_____CRNA BLS (Renewal Course)_____Health Ministries_____Nurse/Nurse Practitioner_____Physical Therapy_____Respiratory TherapyName ____________________________________________________Spouse/Guest Name _______________________________________Address ___________________________________________________City ______________________________________________________State __________________________Zip ________________________Phone ____________________________________________________E-mail ____________________________________________________Conference _______________________________________________Child care will be provided Friday evening for ages 1-6.Sabbath school and church will be provided for all age groups.Ages of children under 18 attending Sabbath school:__________, __________, ___________Mail this completed registration form to:Southern Union ConferenceHealth Professionals’ RetreatPO Box 849Decatur, GA 30031Phone: 404-299-1832 ext. 442 • Fax: 404-299-9726Conference InformationPark Vista Hotel705 Cherokee Orchard RoadGatlinburg, TN 37738Reservations: Call the hotel direct at 1-800-421-7275Room registration deadline: September 10, 2007MealsYou are responsible for your own meals. Arrange forSabbath noon meal with the hotel restaurant onFriday.Conference RegistrationLower Level Lobby (bottom of stairs)Thursday, October 11, 2007 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.mFriday, October 12, 2007 7:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.RecreationBent Creek Golf Club 865-436-2875Gatlinburg Golf Club 865-453-3912City Park Tennis Courts 865-436-3389Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies 865-430-8808Schedule for all seminar classesThursday, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Schedule for CRNA classThursday, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Sabbath ServicesFriday Evening VespersSabbath School and Worship HourSabbath VespersJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 21

South Central NewsCollege Hill Church Ministers to Knoxville CollegeGeorgia Shingles (left), and Marshall Henley, College Hill elders;Robert Harvey, interim president at Knoxville College; AlexanderLampkin, pastor; Anthony Allen, Adventist Disaster Response leader;and Cordell Sherman are pictured at the check presentation.College Hill church’sAdventist Disaster Response(ADR) leader,Anthony Allen, discoveredon Tuesday, February19, 2007, that KnoxvilleCollege, an historic Blackcollege and university twoblocks north of the church,had suffered a fire in themen’s dormitory. Unfortunately,the college was ina rebuilding phase; therefore,this disaster not onlycrippled the school, butalso impacted the Knoxvillecommunity.Following protocolfrom years of disastertraining, Allen contactedDave Shingles, AdventistCommunity Services (ACS)leader, and the newly appointedpastor, AlexanderLampkin. Lampkin askedAllen to contact KnoxvilleCollege for both damageand needs assessment.By the next day, Allenmade contact with RaleighWynn, dean of students,who reported approximately85 male studentswere evacuated from thedormitory. Some werescattered throughout thecommunity with relatives,some were on the reservedthird floor of the femaledormitory, but the majoritywere sleeping on the floorof the gymnasium. “Amongthe 85 students, fivestudents lost everything,”reportedWynn.“We want todo something,”declared Allen. Allenmet with theACS team, and theymade a commitmentto help. The departmentprovided somefunds to assist theschool and studentsaffected by the fire.Lampkin contactedErica JohnsonRobert Harvey, interimpresident of KnoxvilleCollege, and JohnnyCannon, vice president,and offered to help inany way. Together theyagreed to have CollegeHill church youthpresent a 30-minuteprogram to the studentbody on a Sabbathafternoon.Sabbath morning,Allen and Lampkinexplained to thecongregation the ACSdepartment’s plan toassist Knoxville Collegeand its students. “Weneed to do this. We arecommunity services,”said Allen, suggestingthat everyone shouldparticipate. “Every membershould plan to participatein this great opportunity towitness to our neighbors,”announced Lampkin.After the divine worshipservice, almost allof the members traveledtwo blocks to KnoxvilleCollege for the afternoonprogram. The standingroom-onlycrowd assembledin the studentcenter. Marshall Henley,elder, gave the invocationand introduced Betty Byrd,Zella Venable, and KermitFaulkner, who led thechildren’s choir in musicalselections. Tanya Page directed“Drama Troupe” asthe youth presented blackhistory skits and poems.Allen presented $50 Wal-Mart gift cards to the fivestudents who lost everything.Tammy Richmondprepared and distributedsack lunches to the 85students evacuated fromthe dormitory. Lampkinpresented a $1,000 checkto Robert Harvey. Harveyand the student presidentexpressed appreciation onbehalf of the students andschool. Marshall Henleyand Georgia Shingles bothalumni of the College,gave closing remarks andbenediction. College Hillhopes to spark 100 churchesto donate a $1,000 toKnoxville College.—By Anthony AllenBetty Byrd directs College Hill’s Children’s Community Choir.Erica Johnson22 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

South Central NewsAnna Knight Honored by Dedication in IndiaThe legacy and thehard work of a youngMississippi girl who taughtherself to read and write isstill providing life-changingexperiences aroundthe world.In May, 1901, Dr.Harvey Kellogg sent forAnna Knight to attend theGeneral Conference atBattle Creek as a delegateto help represent themedical missionary andself-supporting work ofthe Battle Creek graduateswho were sent out intovarious places. During herattendance at the GeneralConference session, sheheard about the need fortwo trained nurses to go toIndia. From years past, herdesire was to go to Indiato help the women there.On May 26, 1901, Annaand her classmate DonnaHumphrey sailed to thisunknown mission field andlanded in Calcutta, India,in June. She spent six-anda-halfyears fulfilling herdream serving as a nurseand teacher. Knight traveledall over India sellingliterature and conductingBible studies.More than 100 yearslater, this Mississippi girl’swork was not forgotten.Harold Lee, former presidentof Columbia UnionConference, sponsoredand endorsed a MissionsAbroad initiative during2001-2006. This was aprogram designed to assistthe Seventh-day AdventistChurch in developing variousmission programs inthe world as they engagedin sharing God’s love. Asa result of the generosityof the Columbia UnionConference, KetteringAdventist Healthcare, andAdventist Healthcare, anurses’ dorm was built atGifford Memorial Hospital,Nuzvid, India. The firstAdventist hospital openedin 1925.Two grandnieces ofAnna Knight, DorothyKnight Marsh and FlorenceKnight Blaylock, traveledto Nuzvid, India for dedicationof the Anna KnightMemorial Nurses’ Hostel,November 21, 2005. Thisbeautiful hostel was builtto house 100 nursingstudents and is completelyfilled with students fromFlorence Knight Blaylock (left)and Dorothy Knight Marsh,grandnieces of Anna Knight,are welcomed to India by GiffordMemorial Hospital staff andstudents.all over India. To furtherencourage the annual 100percent pass rate for nurses,$5,000 in scholarshipswere given, along with adonation of computers forthe students.The dedication ceremonywas very wellattended by officials fromthe Southern Asia Divisionincluding D. R. Watts,president; Don Bankhead,chairman, AdventistHealth International(AHI), India; and RichardHart, vice chancellor,Loma Linda University,president of AHI.The dedication addresswas given by CharlesCheatham, president ofAllegheny East Conference;and the scholarshipswere announcedby Henry Fordham, III,executive secretary. Thefaculty and staff of thenursing education programwere overwhelmedwith the needed hostel.The Knight family isvery appreciative to HaroldLee and the Adventisthealthcare network forsponsoring such a gloriousproject.Today the legacyof the mission field andlove for India is still aliveand continues throughAnna Knight’s family. Hergrandnieces, Dorothy andFlorence, have continuedto support the hospital byadopting the children’swing of Gifford MemorialHospital.—By Florence BlaylockThe Anna Knight Memorial Nurses’ Hostel at Gifford MemorialHospital in Nuzvid, India, houses 100 nursing students.Plaques share details of the event: The cornerstone of the buildingwas laid on December 8, 2003, and the building was dedicatedon November 21, 2005.July 2007 • TIDINGS 23

South Central NewsJosette Paschal AcceptsAntiterrorism Program AwardJosette Pashal (third from left); General Griffin (fourth from left), awards presenter; with the aviation and missile command teamaward recipients at the Annual Force Protection WorkshopMissile Life Cycle ManagementCommand (AM-COM), Redstone Arsenal,was presented the ArmyMaterial Command (AMC)2006 Force Protection/Antiterrorism(FP/AT) Awardfor having the best operationalantiterrorism programamong all other majorsubordinate commandswithin AMC. General BenjaminGriffin, AMC 4-starcommanding general, presentedthe award on March20, 2007, at the AnnualForce Protection Workshopheld in Little Rock, Ark.Josette Holder Paschal,AMCOM’s force protection/antiterrorism security programmanager, acceptedthe award on behalf ofMajor General Pillsbury,senior mission commander,and the AMCOM workforceat Redstone Arsenalin Huntsville,Ala., whosediligence andattention tosecurity issuescontributedto the overallachievementof this recognition.Paschalis an alumnaof OakwoodCollege, classof 1983. Sheis married toBryan Paschal,and theyhave two sons:Bryan andAntonio, whoare currentlystudents atOakwood College. Sheis a member of the Mt.Four-Star General Benjamin Griffin, ArmyMaterial Command (AMC) Commander,presents the “2006 Force Protection/Antiterrorism(FP/AT) Award” to Josette Paschal,who accepts the award on behalf of MajorGeneral Pillsbury and the AMCOM workforceat Redstone Arsenal.Calvary church in Huntsville.Mt. Calvary churchis proud of Paschal andher accomplishment withthe government. Paschalcredits her success to God,her husband Bryan, andher sons for their support;as well as her mother, AltaHolder, for inspiring her tostrive for excellence. Shewants to continue to be agreat witness for the Lordin her work place.—By Josette H. Paschal24 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Southern Adventist UniversityNew Campus Safety Director Comes to SouthernThis summer, KevinPenrod will transfer fromAndrews University toSouthern Adventist University,where he will becomeSouthern’s new campussafety director.Penrod has been atAndrews University’s departmentof public safety since1990, and has served as thedepartment’s chief for thelast 10 years. Prior to that,he worked for the IllinoisSheriff’s Department, wherehe spent some time on anentry team that served highriskwarrants. This experience,he says, gives himan edge when faced withan emergency situation. “Iunderstand what extremepressure is, and I’ve had tomake high-risk decisionsin a team environment,” hesays. “When you’ve had thatopportunity, you bring moreto the table.”Penrod places a highpriority on building relationshipswith individuals he’scalled to protect, which hedoes by having one-on-oneSecret of the Cave to be Distributedand small group conversationswith individuals acrosscampus. “It’s important toearn trust,” he says, “and tocontinue to allow studentsand parents to realize thatI take my job seriously andam continuously searchingfor better ways to beprepared.”—BY Lori FutcherSouthern’s Schoolof Visual Art and Designfaculty and students haveachieved yet another success.A distribution dealfor the school’s film, Secretof the Cave, has beensigned with First Look Studiosin conjunction withCarmel Entertainment.“The plan is to sellthe DVD at Wal-Mart andTarget in the fall,” saysMark Thomas, professorin the School of Visual Artand Design and one of thefilm’s producers.The DVD will also beavailable to churches andschools to show to congregationsand students;then the organizations canbuy multiple DVDs at adiscounted price to sell asfundraisers.—BY Katie MinnerSecret of the Cave is the story of a young boy who solves the mysteryof puzzling events in an Irish fishing village.Southern Evangelism Experiences Rapid GrowthIn its first year of operation,Southern’s EvangelisticResource Center(ERC) sent 53 students intothe mission field in theUnited States and abroad.This summer, in its secondyear, the Center is sendingmore than 80 students topreach the Gospel in locationssuch as the DominicanRepublic, Honduras,India, and Nicaragua, aswell as places closer tohome, Arizona and Texas.“It’s been such a blessingto watch the increasingnumber of peoplePictured are students who participated in the Dominican Republicmeetings last year. They returned to Southern with manystories about their experiences, which helped fuel interest for thisyear’s student evangelists.that God has called,” saysStephanie Sheehan, coordinatorof the ERC.The ERC, throughSouthern’s Pierson Instituteof Evangelism and WorldMissions and a partnershipwith The Quiet Hourand ShareHim, focuses onencouraging, supporting,and funding non-theologystudents in their spiritualgrowth through participationin evangelism; discouragingthe idea thatoutreach and evangelism isonly for pastors.—BY Katie MinnerJuly 2007 • TIDINGS 25

Southern Union FeaturePeruvian BlessingsBy Paul OppOne thing that I never wantedto be when I grew up was a missionary.I couldn’t understand whysomeone would give up the comfortsand security of this country and goto a place where everything is moredifficult, where creature comforts aregone, where great distance separatesthem from their loved ones, andwhere at every turn you are overwhelmedwith need.be more than just a glorified vacation).And, send someone to mentorthat individual so they won’t fallthrough the cracks.God answered all three requestsas an entire family heard the Gospelfor the very first time. With thisamazing outcome I promised to comeback, and one year later I returned toIquitos alone.My new Peruvian friends andGod gives you a love for a specificwork, many of life’s other prioritiesget rearranged, and our family’s focusturned toward full time ministry inPeru...but how? We owned a smalllogging company in eastern Washingtonand all the financial burdens thatgo along with it. We had two daughtersin academy and no obvious wayto transition into the ministry that wefelt God was calling us to. Then cameCandy and Martha were hanging outin the streets the night Paul Opp foundthem.In 2000, I went on an UpperColumbia Academy mission trip withmy daughter, Risha. We were supportstaff to Dwayne McKee, who dida series of meetings in Iquitos, Peru.I thought this would be a great timeto do some father-daughter bondingwhile being involved in some meaningfulministry work. Little did I know!Before we left for Peru I askedGod for three simple things: I wanta God-given love for the people inPeru. I knew that my ability to lovepeople unconditionally was limited.Let me be instrumental in bringingone person to Jesus (this needed to26 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7Paul and Sandi Opp stand with their daughters,Risha and Kristen, and their adopted Peruviandaughters, Candy and Martha.I found 150 people that neededmedical attention, whole villages thatneeded food and parasite medicine,and countless opportunities to preachand teach in the poor communities.All of these efforts were supported bypeople back home who got excitedabout saving lives as we took peopleto the Ana Stahl hospital, paid fortheir exams, lab work, medicines,and surgeries. God used our effortson that trip to literally save the livesof some dying people, and to bringthe Gospel to those who had neverheard.I became a man possessed! WhenThirteen-year-old Steffenie was the firstgirl in the crisis center long before it wasready. Paul Opp holds her one-year-oldbaby, Nicole. You can read her storyon the web site story section; it’s titled,“Come to My Father’s House.”the third trip.Late one night after feeding streetchildren on the plaza, I met two littlegirls that changed my life. Martha andCandy were eight and 10 years oldand had been living on the streetsalone for two years, since the deathof their mother. They were filthy dirty,hungry, filled with parasites, andcovered with lice. As I knelt on thesidewalk and listened to their story,something happened in my heart thatI still can’t explain.

People in a village outside Iquitos line up for free medicalservices in the local Adventist church.At that moment I knew that Sandiand I would spend the rest of ourlives rescuing children in crisis, and Iknew that Martha and Candy wouldbe our daughters. This process isamazing. When you fall in love withsomeone, everything that stands inyour way becomes less significant.We bought a small house in Iquitoson that trip and moved a Peruvianfamily into the home to care for thegirls. Since that time, our energy wenttoward redirecting our lives into fulltime service in Peru. Three-and-a-halfyears ago we closed our business andmade the transition.People of Peru Project is the resultof our full time ministry. God hasused a variety of organizations andindividuals to support the work wedo in Iquitos. Little Debbie purchasedthe headquarters facility three yearsago, and ASI provided the funds torenovate it so that we now have housingfacilities for volunteer groups whowant to serve in the Amazon jungle.Community Development Inc., inCaldwell, Idaho, has given a sponsorshipfor administrative costs here inthe United States. This has allowed usto channel all other support directlyto Peru.Pacific Press Publishing Associationpurchased the land for the CrisisFoster Care Facility for teen girlsand babies who have been abusedor abandoned. Families from WallaWalla came last December to startthe construction for a dormitory withgrant money from the northwest ASIChapter.More than 25 groups have joinedCamila, the full time nurse, and her children, watch as her husbandis baptized. This is the family the Lord led Paul Opp to during hisfirst trip to Peru.Peruvian girls and babies from the CrisisCenter are thankful for the services availableto them.The top three rooms of the Crisis CenterDormitory are almost finished, and thebottom floor is well under way. Twelvemore rooms are in the plans for thiscomplex.the project in the last two years,including Kettering Hospital whoperformed 65 plastic surgeries, emergencyroom doctors from Loma LindaUniversity, and Libby Dental groupfrom Anchorage. We host WashingtonState University School of Nursingas part of its International StudiesProgram, and have given free medicalattention totaled to more than 10,000people.Many academy groups have cometo conduct medical and dental clinics,vacation Bible schools, constructionprojects, crisis intervention, and evangelisticseries. Last month, Christianathletes volunteered to help with thefirst sports camp. Various groups alsovisit our jungle facility up the AmazonRiver to give support to the agriculturalengineer. In this primitive villagehe teaches the children, instructs theadults in agriculture, and studies theBible with families. These humblepeople are meeting Jesus for the firsttime.God has used hundreds of ordinarypeople to impact thousands oflives. I am so humbled to be a part ofthis work. God gave us the commissionto feed, heal, teach, and love sothat we’ll have absolute assurance thatthis is His work, and He will supplythe passion and the resources neededto get it done.When I was a child I neverwanted to be a missionary. Now?How could I do anything else?When we blend our lives withthose in need, a tapestry is wovenfrom threads beyond this world. Apattern rich and vibrant eclipses everypossible combination that we alonepossess.Visit www.PeopleofPeru.org andread the whole story; also, you mayrequest a free DVD.July 2007 • TIDINGS 27

Southern Union FeatureInto RussiaBy Sheila ElwinDespite the fall of communism,evangelism in Russia is still largelyuncharted territory. The power ofthe Orthodox Church, along withpressure against the Seventh-dayAdventist Church because of itsAmerican ties, has added to theproblem. And, a law passed againstthe presence of any foreigners atAdventist meetings has effectivelyprevented the large-scale sharing oftruth in this country–until now.Peter Kulakov yearned to bringthe story of Salvation to the landof his birth. Currently pastor of theLakeview church in Georgia, anddirector/speaker of Light of HopeTV broadcast (www.lohtv.com), heteamed with Church leadership toreach out to Russia. Together theywould conceptualize a massive outreach,one that would pour acrossthe entire Euro-Asia Division andinvolve nearly every church in itsterritory.Supported financially andprayerfully by the Southern Union,Georgia-Cumberland Conference,Light of Hope TV and its viewers,and Kulakov’s own Lakeviewchurch; the project took shape inthe form of satellite meetings. Russianchurch members would presentevangelistic meetings in the Russianlanguage to their own people.Hope Channel - Europe agreed tocarry the programs, which would bebroadcast from the Adventist churchin Kiev, and the pastors of Kiev Missionlent their total support.Months of preparation began.Fifty days of prayer and fasting, 24hours a day, nonstop, began acrossthe Euro-Asia Division in the Adventistchurches and administrativeoffices. As one group ended their24-hour fast, another group wouldbegin, and prayers were offered“without ceasing” for the success ofthe venture to be held in March.Even before the meetingsbegan, the Lord blessed. Morethan 4,000 locations across 15 timezones signed up for satellite broadcasts.They would broadcast fromchurches, rented movie theaters, andpublic halls. Advertisements weredisplayed in downtown areas acrossthe Division.As the meetings kicked off withtwo broadcasts a day from Kiev, amajor Christian–but not Adventist–broadcast company also agreed tocarry the meetings. “What a greatblessing this was,” notes Kulakov,“which brought a huge responsefrom the watching public.”Health and medical presentations,active youth participation, andchoirs and musicians featuring talentfrom many countries supplementedthe sermons.“The spirit of prayer was amazing,”says Kulakov. “Every day wewere hearing great reports about answeredprayers.” And, those reportswere coming in at a furious rate. Sixphone lines in Kiev rang non-stop,24 hours a day. More than 1,000email requests were received eachday. The website to which all audioand video was uploaded daily registered4.5 million visits, and listenersasked for Bibles and lessons, anddownloaded the presentations.The last day of the meetingswitnessed 3,084 baptisms, with morethan 300 others waiting to be baptized.Recognizes Kulakov, “It wasall possible because of prayer.”Sheila Elwin is proofreader forthe Southern Tidings, and a freelancewriter/editor in Atlanta.28 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Physician OpportunitiesLoma Linda University’s Faculty Practice Plan has immediateopenings for physicians who are desirous of participating as changeagents and moving the Loma Linda University School of Medicineinto a position of practicing the mission of serving our local andinternational communities by:• Continuing the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by doing whatHe did regardless of who He sends into our path in need.• Having a key role in educating the next generation ofmission-centered physicians.• Communicating our faculty practice as value-based and value-driven.• Being a part of a radical transformation of letting God choose theform and method of the success He longs for us to have and besurprised by what He will do.If you are interested in being a part of this experience, please contactBarbara J. Sharp at 1-800-328-1163 or email recruitmd@llu.edu.To view a list of current opportunities, visit www.lludoctorjobs.com.July 2007 • TIDINGS 29

Oakwood College Feature‘God Has Placed aBIG Project on Me’Student from Sudan Painstakingly Translates the Bible into Native TongueBy Michele SolomonSorting through the stack ofnewspapers on my desk after returningfrom a Hope for Humanity tripto India, I opened the local newspaperto see the familiar face of oneof our graduating seniors staringback at me. As I read the article, Iknew I was about to be blessed bythe commitment of a young manwho has certainlybeen spotlighted inthe news before, butwhose unique storykeeps everyone curiousfor an update.The March 9,2007, article featuredthe dedication ofone of OakwoodCollege’s 300-plusgraduation candidateswho crossed the platformthis past Mayto receive a diploma,but what makes thistheology major soextraordinary is theincredible journeyhe has made physically,academically,and spiritually as oneof the “Lost Boys ofthe Sudan.” Whatfollows is his fascinatingstory of commitmentto a project hestrongly believes God has laid onhis shoulders, as told by “Faith andValues” editor, Kay Campbell, of TheHuntsville Times.By Kay CampbellIn the beginning, according toDinka Rek legends, was the Heaven,connected to the Earth by a rope.Then a small bird pecked at therope, which snapped, and the skyhurled upward, away from the wide,high plains where the Dinka livein southern Sudan along the upperNile Rivers.Wol receives his bachelor of arts in theology from Delbert Baker, president, duringOakwood College’s 2007 spring commencement.A project woven of words isseeking to reconnect Heaven andEarth by way of a Bible translatedinto the Dinka Rek language. DinkaRek is a member of the Nilo-Saharanlanguage group and so little-knownoutside of Sudan that linguists, accordingto some references, haven’treally classified it.But Wol Bol Wol, 27, grew upspeaking the language and is determinedto open the words of theBible to the people of his homeland.Dinka Rek carries in its syllablesthe soft musicalityof Arabic andFrench, punctuatedhere and there bya harder percussiveconsonant. Englishmissionaries developedthe systemused today to writeDinka: the Latin alphabetused in Englishbut augmentedby the diacritical lettersused in Englishdictionaries to conveypronunciationof sounds not muchheard in English.Wol is one ofthe first of the “LostBoys of the Sudan”to be brought tothe United Statesin 2001 from thechaotic country. Asa boy, he survivedrapacious soldiers,near starvation, crocodiles, and lionsto escape from Sudan to a refugeecamp in Kenya. He lived at thecamp for nearly 10 years, sometimes30 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

trading part of his meager foodrations for school supplies; sohungry was he for education.Wol, majored in theology atOakwood College, and becameversed in biblical Hebrew andGreek. He knows enough aboutthe difficulties of accurate translationto realize that he undertookwork that will take years.“God has placed a big projecton me,” Wol said, explaininghis translation work as otheryoung men drained out of hisdormitory to head out for springbreak.‘The brain is working’Wol will stay at the Collegefor the break. He’s hoping tocatch up on sleep and concentrateon the Bible translation hebegan three years ago.Wol works on the translationwith Angelo Amos Achuil,a Sudanese student who is studyingtheology at Andrews University,Oakwood’s sister college in BerrienSprings, Michigan. Achuil and Wolmet in the refugee camp in Kenya.Wol has translated 17 of theBible’s 66 books, and is at work onthe Psalms; Achuil has completedthe five books of Moses. ThoughWol speaks Dinka, Nuer, Arabic,English, and Swahili, the work taxeshis language abilities.“Some words, through prayerand fasting, the Lord will bring tomy mind,” Wol said, explaining hedevotes 10 to 12 hours each weekon the translation work.“It’s really good—because it’sexpanding. The brain is workinghard.”Some words, such as “chariot,”lie so far outside of Dinka experiencethat Wol is still trying to figureout what to call it.“We don’t use a chariot; we’venever seen a chariot,” Wol said,studying the screen on his laptopthat showed the translation he’swritten so far.He explains that traditionally,the Dinka were semi-nomadic, followingtheir herds with the changingwater levels along the upper Nile.Wol Bol Wol holds up the Dinka Rek translation of thewords “Holy Bible” during a recent interview.While the northwestern Darfurregion of Sudan remains in violentchaos, the southern portion, wherethe Dinka live, has returned to relativelypeaceful rebuilding after the20-year war that raged through thearea, Wol said.The Dinka are generally creditedwith introducing domesticated cattleto Africa. Neither during herdingdays or the more modern times, thathave come lately, have they comeacross chariots.“I’m still working on it,” Wolsaid.Heaven to the heartWol delights in the instanceswhere a Dinka idiom matches theoriginal Hebrew more closely thando English expressions. The texts inPsalms that refer to the “ends of theEarth,” for instance, Wol has translatedinto a Dinka expression, “tothe foot of the Earth.”The Hebrew word translated“ends” also means “extremities,” Wolsaid. “Like Dinka.”Beginning with the originalHebrew and Greek, Wol and Achuilconsult English translations and biblicaldictionaries to discover wordhistories and connotations. Theyhave long phone conversationsdebating the propertranslation of more obscurepassages. The study of Biblepassages has deepened forboth of them their understandingof the Bible—andtheir appreciation for thework of translators beforethem.“Many people don’t thinkof all the hardship translatorsexperience through putting ittogether,” Achuil wrote in ane-mail discussing their project.“It is a lot, a lot of work thatrequires a great deal of willpowerto keep going. It cantest your work ethics to thedeepest core of your being.”Neither Wol nor Achuilknows of a Bible translatedinto their own Dinka Rek,one of five Dinka languagesspoken by two millionpeople in Sudan. While some of theDinka languages do have a NewTestament translation, none has acomplete Bible. Dinka Rek, accordingto WorldScriptures.org, hasneither Old nor New Testamentstranslated.But the work is worth it, Achuilsaid.“There is nothing so profoundthan reading the sacred text in one’sown vernacular,” Achuil wrote.They expect that completingthe translation will take a few moreyears; they both dream of returningto their country to teach and preachthe Christian message out of a Biblewritten in their first language.“When you read your Bible, itbrings Heaven down to your ownheart,” Achuil wrote. “This is what Iwant for my people.”Bible in DinkaA website charting the progressof the translation of the Bibleinto Dinka Rek, a Nilotic-Saharanlanguage of Sudan, is http://drbt.seedoftruth.net/. Wol and Achuilwelcome sponsors for the project.July 2007 • TIDINGS 31

Southern Union FeatureSeparation of Church and HateBy Leslie D. LouisA Report from the Sixth World Congress of the International Religious AssociationEnclosed against the backdropof Table Mountain and the crashingwaves of the Atlantic Ocean, CapeTown is truly the most celebratedcity of beauty and vibrance in theAfrican continent. It was to this citythat more than 600 delegates from30 countries convened from February27 to March 1, 2007, for the SixthWorld Congress of the InternationalReligious Liberty Association (IRLA),themed, “Combating religious hatredthrough freedom to believe.”John Gratz, secretary general forthe IRLA, best expressed the value ofthis congress in his words of welcome:“Religious freedom is the bestanswer to religious hatred. Hatredcannot push away hatred. Thereare people from all over the world,people from different faiths andtraditions, who want to demonstratethat there is another way to deal withdifferences. There are people whohave chosen to come to this Congressin Cape Town because they aredetermined to promote peace andjustice through religious freedom forall people everywhere.”During this Congress our dayswere packed from morning untilevening with meetings hosted by 30distinguished speakersand 15 informativeworkshops. Eachof these presenters,both from theSeventh-day AdventistChurch and thecommunity of otherdenominations andfaiths, presented animpressive array ofdistinction and expertiseon the subjectof global freedom tobelieve.Because of our32 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7Carole and Leslie Louis attended theSixth World Congress of the InternationalReligious Liberty Association(IRLA) in Cape Town, South Africa.More than 2,000 Adventists gathered in Cape Town to celebratefreedom from hate.mutual admirationof MahatmaGhandi, my wife,Carole, and I wereespecially movedto meet and hearthe message of hisgranddaughter,Ela Ghandi, currentlythe nationalvice president ofthe World Conferenceon Religionand Peace (WCRP),and an honorarypresident of WCRPInternational. Her challenge tous: “This congress must not simplygenerate a respect for other religions,but also must go beyond to explorethe responsibility of all religions.”Phenomenal presentations fromthe various world divisions of theSeventh-day Adventist Church aboutthe trials and triumphs of religiousfreedom, along with a message ofhope from Lincoln Steed, editor ofLiberty magazine, highlighted thecommitment of the Church to combatreligious hatred.A celebration of freedom washighlighted in an evening banquetoverlooking thenight skylineof Cape Town.African choralmusic and tribaldances providedus with a flavorof a uniqueculture thathad graciouslywelcomed usto its homelandas guestsfrom aroundthe globe. Thekeynote speaker,Ambassador Robert Seiple, accentuatedthe truth that we are all createdin the image of God. He asked us toseek a common ground of mutualrespect for each other’s faith. Why?Because he stated that, “Toleration isof the head; respect is of the heart.”A festival of freedom was hostedas a high Sabbath in Cape Town topraise God for the religious freedomtreasured by many nations ofthe world, and to uplift in prayerthe plight of more than 300-millionpeople who subsist without suchprivileges. Five of the world divisionpresidents for the Adventist Churchwere present to mark this specialworship service. With a picturesquearray of flags from many nations,the voices of a choral throng, and agathering of more than 2,000 members,our festival of freedom wasa small foretaste of our hope forHeaven, where we will rejoice in thefulfillment of Jesus’ promise, “Andother sheep I have which are notof this fold; them also I must bring,and there will be one flock and oneshepherd.” John 10:16 NKJVLeslie D. Louis is the executivesecretary and PARL director for theGulf States Conference.

Southern Union FeatureA Cruise With a MissionBy Raewyn HankinsThere is a disturbing trend inthe Seventh-day Adventist Church.Today, 61 percent of American youngadults, active in church as teens, arenow disengaged. Each year youngfaces disappear, taking with themtheir joy, energy, and talents. Thereality is that many of these youngpeople do not find their home inother churches. They are facing theworld alone spiritually—with tragicconsequences. This painful reality iscompelling a diverse team of youngadults from across the country todevote their energy and resources toengage this missing generation.These young adults are spearheadingan exciting new initiativecalled Cruise with a Mission (CWM).CWM is an innovative project by andfor young adults, ages 18 to 35, whichcombines a vacation and spiritual retreatwith active and meaningful missionprojects. CWM found reality withAndrews University’s Center for YouthEvangelism. “God is totally moving,”shares Genevieve Koh, a young adultpastor in Southern California. “Thismission will accomplish far more thanwe can imagine.”Cruising December 16-23, 2007,from Tampa, Florida, to Belize,Guatemala, and Mexico, 500 youngadults from all over the world willcollectively spend 7,500 hours engagingin construction, medical work,children’s ministry, and simple actsof kindness. Wheremost of the worldsees a tropical touristrealm, Caleb Vin-Cross, CWM graphicand web designer,sees real needs: “Weare turning the tableson our self-centeredtourist culture and usingit instead to touchthe people living inits shadows with thelove of God...it reallyis exciting!”In addition toserving people in theports, Steve Hemenwayis excited thatCWM is “a fresh, fun and exciting opportunityfor young adult Christians togrow in their spiritual walk” throughworkshops, dynamic worship, andsmall groups. Rochelle Webster comments,“Many Adventist young adultsfeel there are few places where theycan discuss their questions, struggles,ideas, and hopes with other youngadults. It is our hope that Cruise Witha Mission will be such a place.”“CWM is intentionally holistic: aspiritual retreat, a social network, anda mission trip all in one place,” saysRenee Stepp, the on-ship programmingdirector from Berrien Springs,Michigan. Tara VinCross, CWM director,shares her vision for her youngChildren’s ministries will be animportant part of the outreach.adult peers to makea difference in theworld. “We see CWMas a catalyst forlife-transformation,resulting in a wayof life consumed byGod.”Please pray forCWM and any youngadults you knowwhom you can invite.“We have a visionfor the future of theAdventist Church,”encourages NissaAnderson, a youngadult volunteer, “andwe challenge eachother as emerging leaders to create aspiritual unity of young adult believersliving love through servanthood. Weneed everyone, young adult or not, topray for CWM.”If you are a young adult, or knowa young adult, tell them about CWM.We ask for your support, throughprayer, encouraging a young adult tofind out more about CWM or by contributingfinancially to help provide away for a young adult to participatein this amazing opportunity. To getinvolved, or make a donation, pleasevisit www.cruisewithamission.org.Raewyn Hankins is the co-marketingdirector for Cruise With a Mission in BerrienSprings, Michigan.The team prays before boarding the MS Veendam.Towns in Guatemala and Belize are mission destinations.July 2007 • TIDINGS 33

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(7,8)Southern Union ConferenceSUMMER EVANGELISMfor the Southeastern ConferenceABUNDANT LIVING TODAYCRUSADE TEAMwill conduct an Evangelistic Crusade inMIAMI, FLORIDAJuly 7 – August 4, 2007The Citywide Outreach will be conductedat the Edison Middle School6101 NW 2nd AvenueMiami, Florida 33127Elder Dennis Ross, Jr., Speaker/DirectorWorld Church:New Site for Adventist Lawyers …The Office of General Counsel (OGC) at theSeventh-day Adventist Church’s headquarters haslaunched a Web site to connect Adventist lawyers.The new site, www.adventistlawyer.org, will make iteasier for church members to find Adventist lawyersin different parts of the world and allow the Churchto easily share pertinent legal updates with theAdventist legal community, says OGC GeneralCounsel Bob Kyte. The OGC used to list the namesof all the Adventist lawyers in a book, but Kyte says“the day it was printed it was out of date.”The site now has the names and areas ofpractice for about 1,000 Adventist lawyers all overthe world, but Kyte anticipates much more to comebecause lawyers can now submit their informationanytime. The Web site will also have articles, newsreleases, case updates, and a roster for law studentsto register included on the site. [ANN Staff]40 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7

Events CalendarFloridaComplete calendar online—http://www.floridaconference.com/calendar.htmlFlorida Adventist BookmobileScheduleJuly 28. West Palm Beach.July 29. Jupiter, Fort Pierce,Cocoa, Titusville. (SoutheasternConference: Port St. Lucie, PalmBay.)Aug. 11. Jacksonville Southpoint.Aug. 12. Jacksonville First,Orange Cove, St. Augustine,Palatka, Palm Coast.Aug. 25. Maranatha in Miami.Aug. 26. Fort Lauderdale,Lauderhill, Pompano Beach.Evangelism SeriesAug. 25-Sept. 1. ClearwaterSpanish. Rolando de los Ríos.Sept. 15-22. KissimmeeSpanish. Rolando de los Ríos.Oct. 27-Nov. 3. Marion OaksSpanish. Rolando de los Ríos.North Florida Back to SchoolRally—Aug 11. CrossroadsChurch, 155 SW 87 th Place,Ocala. Details: 850-584-9508.Spanish-language FamilyRetreat—Aug 16-19. CampKulaqua. Theme: Aquí estoySeñor, ¡tómame! Details: 407-644-5000 x138 or 321-439-1321.Liberacion Junenil (HispanicYouth Rally)—Aug 17-18.Tampa Bay Area. Details: 305-888-3907.Planned Giving Clinic—Aug.26. Northwest Dade Church.English-language FamilyRetreat—Aug. 31-Sept. 3. CampKulaqua. Details: http://www.campkulaqua.com/ or 386-454-1351.Children’s Ministries FallConvention—Sept. 14-16.Pine Lake Retreat, Groveland.Theme: Preparing Our ChildrenFor Heaven. Presenters: JerryThomas, Elaine Kennedy, Ozand Wilde children’s ministriescomedy duo. Details: rhoda.burrill@floridaconference.com or407-644-5000 x136, or 321-303-7699.Spanish-language CouplesRetreat—Oct. 5-7. HamptonInn, Cocoa Beach. Theme:Renovación. Speakers: PedroMartínez and Marissa Capote-Martínez. Details: rebeca.delosrios@floridaconference.com, 407-644-5000 x138, or321-439-1321.Georgia-CumberlandComplete calendar online—www.gccsda.comGCC Uganda ShareHimCampaign – July 13-28.Uganda, Africa.Women’s Ministries Level IILeadership Certification – July20-22. Cohutta Springs.Cohutta Springs Family Camp– July 24-29. Cohutta Springs.CHIP Leadership TrainingWorkshop – July 26-29.Collegedale, TN.ASI National Convention –Aug. 1-4. Louisville, KY. Details:www.asiministries.orgPathfinder Drill InstructorCertification Boot Camp – Aug.3-5.Personal Ministries Rally –Aug 4. Valdosta, GA.New Teacher Orientation –Aug. 5. Cohutta Springs.Health Fair – Aug. 5. HamiltonCommunity Church.Teacher’s Convention – Aug.6-8. Cohutta Springs.Homeland Lay EvangelismTraining – Aug. 10-12. Duluth,GA. Register by July 25.First Day of School – Aug. 15.Conference-wide.Living Free Training (Health)with Vicki Griffin – Aug. 17-19.Ooltewah. Register by July 30.Pathfinder LeadershipConvention – Aug. 17-19.Hope for Hurting Hearts II –Aug. 17-19. Chattanooga, TN.Register by Aug. 3.Church Ministries PlanningRetreat – Aug. 22-24.Gulf StatesTeen Mission Outreach – July5-24.Hispanic Youth FederationMeeting – July 20-22. CampAlamisco.Ministers’ and Educators’Retreat – Aug. 5-8. BassMemorial Academy.Literature Evangelists’ Retreat– Aug. 9-12. Camp Alamisco.Youth Leadership Weekend –Aug. 17-19. Camp Alamisco.Executive Committee – Aug.28. Conference Office.Kentucky-TennnesseeConference Association BoardSept. 18. Nov. 27.Conference ExecutiveCommitteeSept. 18. Nov. 27.Fifty-Plus Camp – July 31-Aug.5. Indian Creek Camp.Women’s Ministries ExecutiveCommittee – Aug.12.Young Women’s Retreat –Sept. 21-23. Indian CreekCamp.Women’s Fall Retreat I – Sept.28-30. Indian Creek Camp.Women’s Fall Retreat II – Oct.5-7. Indian Creek Camp.Re:Frame Seminar –Understanding the SecularPost-Modern World – Oct.26-28.Women’s Ministries ExecutiveCommittee – Nov. 4.Southern AdventistUniversitySummer Commencement—July 26.We-Haul—July 29.Parents’ Orientation—July 29.SmartStart Begins—July 30.Third Summer SessionBegins—July 30.Diversions—Aug. 4.AnnouncementsTell the World. Tell ThemNow! Experience the 60 thAnniversary Celebration ofAdventist-laymen’s Servicesand Industries – Annual ASIInternational Convention, Aug.1-4, Louisville InternationalConvention Center, Louisville,KY. Dynamic speakers, membertestimonies, music, seminars,exhibits, fellowship, and youthprograms for all ages. Details:www.asiministries.orgMaranatha VolunteersInternational 2007 Convention– Sept. 21-22. Rolling HillsCommunity Church in Tualatin,OR (a suburb of Portland).All are invited to attendthis inspirational weekend.Speakers will come from India,Mozambique, Ecuador, andChile. Come and see how Godis moving in different parts ofthe world and how you can beinvolved. Details: 916-920-1900or www.maranatha.orgSunnydale Adventist AcademyAlumni Weekend – Oct. 4-7.Honor classes: ’47, ’52, ’57,’62, ’67, ’72, ’77, ’82, ’87, ’92,’97, ’02. Silver ShowcaseBanquet on Thursday, Oct. 4.Details: 573-682-2164; alumni@sunnydale.org; www.sunnydale.org.Dakota Adventist AcademyAlumni Weekend – Oct. 5-7.Bismarck, ND. Come andreminisce with old school friendsfrom DAA/PVA/SRA. Honorclasses: ’03, ’98, ’88, ’83, ’78,’68, ’58, ’53, ’48. Details: 701-962-3799; rweisz@state.nd.usOak Park Alumni Reunion –Oct. 5, 6. Gates Hall, Nevada,IA. Details: opainiowa.com.College View Academy AlumniWeekend – Oct. 12-14. Honorclasses ’47, ’57, ’67, ’77, ’82,’87 and ’97. Special featureSaturday, Oct. 13, 11 a.m.: ByardParks, class of ’87. All formerstudents welcome. Come enjoya great weekend. Details: www.sdasl.orgSunsetJuly 6 July 13 July 20 July 27 Aug. 3 Aug. 10Atlanta, GA 8:52 8:51 8:48 8:44 8:38 8:32Charleston, SC 8:32 8:30 8:28 8:24 8:19 8:13Charlotte, NC 8:42 8:40 8:37 8:33 8:27 8:20Collegedale, TN 8:59 8:57 8:54 8:50 8:45 8:37Huntsville, AL 8:03 8:02 7:59 7:55 7:49 7:42Jackson, MS 8:11 8:10 8:08 8:04 7:59 7:53Louisville, KY 9:10 9:08 9:04 8:59 8:53 8:46Memphis, TN 8:18 8:16 8:13 8:09 8:03 7:57Miami, FL 8:16 8:16 8:14 8:11 8:07 8:02Montgomery, AL 7:56 7:55 7:52 7:48 7:43 7:37Nashville, TN 8:08 8:06 8:03 7:59 7:53 7:46Orlando, FL 8:27 8:26 8:24 8:21 8:17 8:11Wilmington, NC 8:27 8:26 8:23 8:19 8:13 8:07July 2007 • TIDINGS 41

SouthernUnionRevolvingFund...Your investment in the Adventist familyGood news!SURF is now opento all investors.The Southern UnionRevolving Fund Board voted toopen SURF to all members ofthe Southern Union constituencyresiding in the SouthernUnion territory.This now provides awonderful mission opportunityfor members to invest in theirlocal conference and schools.The interest rates as of May,2007, are 4½% for investorsand 6½% for loans to churchesand institutions. These rates arevery attractive to churches andinstitutions who need to borrowfunds, and to investors whohave as their main goal themission of church growth in theSouthern Union.SURF is now taking demandnote applications and willcontinue to offer investmentopportunities until we reach our$40-million goal of growth.The purpose of the SURFhas always been to provide lowcostloans to churches andinstitutions in the SouthernUnion, as well as to provide areasonable rate of return toinvestors who are willingto invest long-term tofund church growthin the SouthernUnion.42 T IDINGS • J u l y 2 0 0 7A Mission for Us and for YouWe provide a trustworthy investment opportunity to Southern Unionchurch members, growing your money at a good interest rate, whilefinancing the building of churches and schools around the Union.We know we could earn ahigher rate of interestelsewhere, but for us,investing in SURFduring the last 10 years notonly gave us a secure andfair rate of return on ourinvestment, it providedanother way for us tosupport Adventist educationand help build the kingdomof God here on earth.Don and Sandy TuckerChurch MembersHow do we participate? You may purchase notes directly from theRevolving Fund through your localconference, or by establishing a revocabletrust through your local conference. A $1,000 minimum check can open youraccount. If you enter a revocable trust agreementwith your conference, just request that theyinvest your money in a Revolving Fundnote. If you enter a self-administered revocableliving trust, you may also choose to investyour money in SURF.SURF was there for us when we neededcash. SURF made it possible for us tocontinue building while we were workingout our insurance claim. They were easyto work with and responded quickly toour requests.Jeff Twomley, TreasurerBass Memorial AcademyLumberton, MississippiCall your local conference, or visit www.southernunion.com/assoc.htmfor more detailed information on how to invest.Funds in the Southern Union Revolving Fund and the rate of interest paid on SURF notes may be lessthan could be obtained by other investments. No interest will be earned on funds until they are received bySURF. These are unsecured notes. A prospectus may be requested from your local conference.

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NOctober 11-14, 2007TennesseeAshvillePhoto Credit: Gary LaydaChe author JohnTPowell once said,“Communication worksfor those who workat it.” As an Adventistcommunicationprofessional, you haveprobably realized howtrue these words are.With the constantadvancing of technologyand the ever-changingstandards of ourprofession, it is obvious that communicatorsneed to continually sharpen their skills.The Society of AdventistCommunicators was created to helpcommunicators in our denominationstay up-to-date in our field. With classes on the most recenttechnological tools available, seminars dealing with the latesttrends in theommunication:eThe Notes to Perfect Harmonycommunicationprofession,and time tonetwork withother Adventist communicators, this convention is a valuableexperience.This year’s convention will be held at the SheratonMusic City Hotel in Nashville, Tenn., on Oct. 11-14. With anod to this city, rich in music history, the theme this year is“Communication: The Notes to Perfect Harmony.” In additionto the classes, breakout sessions, and SONscreen filmscreenings, Nashville also has many attractions to visit duringyour down time.YOU DON’T HAVE TO WORK FOR ANADVENTIST INSTITUTION TO JOIN SAC,AND MEMBERSHIP IS FREE. JUST VISITWWW.ADVENTISTCOMMUNICATOR.ORGFOR MORE INFORMATION.So don’t miss thisevent to meet Seventh-Almost 200 Adventist communicators attended 2006’sconvention in Baltimore, Maryland.day Adventist communication professionals from around thecountry for training, networking and spiritual renewal. It’s aunique opportunity to network and learn from people whoshare a passion for all areas of communication. Joining theSociety of Adventist Communicators is free and availableto all Adventists currently working in the communication field.Visit www.adventistcommunicator.org for more information.To RegisterYou may register via a secure server atPlusLine.org or by calling 1-800-732-7587.• Early bird registration - $199.00 (until September 11)• Regular registration - $249.00(after September 11)• Student registration - $99.00(until October 4)• Sabbath only registration - $75(until October 4)To guarantee your place, pleaseregister as soon as possible. Registeronline or call PlusLine at 1-800-732-7587. PlusLine will processregistrations for this event throughOctober 4, 2007. All major creditcards accepted. Checks and MoneyOrders should be made payable toAdventSource and mailed to:AdventSource/PlusLine5040 Prescott AvenueLincoln, NE 68506-5431www.adventistcommunicator.orgSOUTHERNSouthern Union ConferenceP.O. Box 849Decatur, GA 30031Address Services Requested