Visitor COLUMBIA UNION CONFERENCE • NOVEMBER 1, 1986 VISITOR REVISITED Changing Adventist education Thank the Lord for Leslie Adams' courage in writing "Time for Change." If they really want our church to grow, the pathway is through increased funding for superior schools from grades one through 12. Our children have been short-changed for too long, and I firmly believe as the "jewels in our crown," we have to answer to the Lord on our sad neglect of their educa- tional facilities. JEAN KOHLER Timonium, Maryland The schools of the prophets inspired the joy of learning. They aspired to a standard of excellence in a positive way. The love of the Lord sang in each student's heart. These are goals seldom mentioned today. MARJORIE FARVER Easton, Maryland Leslie D. Adams compares our educational system to public education, stating that Adventist education provides a limited pro- gram directed only at the "average" student. He apparently overlooks the fact that educa- tion is more often what a student puts into it, more than how great and elaborate a school might be. JOHN SAGER Collegedale, Tennessee Pinning 30-year teachers Upon reading the September 15 issue of your magazine, I find myself confused and offended. After having been a member in a church which denies membership to those who wear jewelry, I find that on page seven you have awarded service pins to those who have served the "Adventist system" well. STAN KISER Ramsey, West Virginia HADLEY ADVENTIST HOSPITAL— A COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CONFERENCE INSTITUTION When Hadley Memorial Hospital celebrated its grand opening September 28, the Washington Post ran a very complimentary article. The Post lauded Hadley Hospital for running a small, personalized hospital. The Post thought Hadley's location—in "one of the District's most neglected neighborhoods"—was tremendous. It congratulated Hadley for a policy of treating indigent patients. It was quite a piece for the Post, which is hardly noted for complimentary coverage of Adventists. But it's been quite a year for media coverage of a lot of Adventist institutions. Leland Memorial Hospital in River- dale, Maryland, received a lot of coverage in connection with Len Bias' death. Sycamore Hospital in Miamisburg, Ohio, received media attention during the spill of a train tanker filled with hazardous chemicals. Columbia Union College was noted for its efforts helping with last fall's floods in West Virginia. And that's just within the Columbia Union. Loma Linda's infant heart transplant program has thrust that school and hospital into the national spotlight once again. The media has paid a lot of attention to Adventists this past year. But do most people know the news has been about Seventh-day Adventist work? Many people—including many Adventists—didn't know Len Bias was pronounced dead at an Adventist hospital. There's nothing to indicate people treated at Sycamore Hos- pital received help from an Adventist institution. What in the name of most of our schools indicates that they're Sev- enth-day Adventist institutions? Even such outreach programs as Breathe-Free and Revela- tion Seminars don't carry the name Seventh-day Adventist in the title and only rarely do so in any of the advertising. The best example may be the Post's coverage of Hadley's grand opening. It was a very positive piece, but the phrase "Seventh-day Adventist" wasn't mentioned until the fifth par- agraph—and then by identifying the late Dr. Henry Hadley as an Adventist physician. There is no indication that the hospital is an Adventist facility until the ninth paragraph. It's time to recognize that most people don't dislike us— they don't know we exist. And it's time to include the Adventist name in far more of our activities. Hospitals. Schools. Outreach programs. Perhaps even union conferences. KERMIT NETTEBURG Editor COVER: David Gardner of Parkersburg, West Virginia, said he photographed this thistle near Savage Mountain "during an early snow that only comes to the mountains." The photo was shot on a farm near Lonaconing, Maryland, in early October, using a Pentax Spotmatic camera. 2 � VISITOR, November 1, 1986 *lid care with love SHERRY MANISON he Friends-R-Fun Day Care Center opened September 8 in Summers- ville, West Virginia. Preschoolers came to the child care facilities in the Adventist church for a full day of fun and learning experiences. The day-care idea sprouted when church members Wesley and Judy Olson were discussing felt needs in the community. It blossomed as Judy Sherry Manison is the communi- cation secretary for the Summersville church in the Mountain View Conference. Woods took up the idea. She had started a preschool program in the local Episcopal church before she became an Adventist. Encouraged by Pastor Berwyn Shakespeare, the two Judys re- searched laws and regulations, cut through red tape—even traveling throughout their state and parts of Virginia and Tennessee—and ob- served how other day-care centers operated. Problems were overcome as God opened the way and finally, the center was licensed to open. Judy Woods is the director and Judy Ol- son is the assistant director. Fortu- nately, teacher Barbara Trent moved to the Summersville area, bringing her experience with preschoolers. Janice Starcher and Donna Rader are part-time aides. After three weeks of working at the center, Donna Rader expressed her feelings: "At the end of every week I come home, put my feet up and count my blessings. God tells us to store up for ourselves treasures in heaven, and I'm looking forward to reminiscing with Him one day soon about all the 'treasures' He's given me in 10 special children. "They have become part of my family. We've shared together, played and prayed together. I've taken them to the bathroom, helped them brush their teeth and watched them sleep. "The joys of a day-care teacher's aide are many: holding a hand, singing a song of Jesus' love and sharing Bible stories are only a few." Friends-R-Fun is advertised as a non-doctrinal, Christian-based day- care. Children are taught Bible stories and helped to develop posi- tive character traits. The church uses this project as an outreach and service for the com- munity. Women in the church view the day-care as their own Christian ministry. "We work together—all chipping in," explained Donna Rader. "We care about each other as Christian sisters as well as co-workers." But little Natalie, a 3-year-old who wears hearing aids, summed it up one day as she crossed her arms, signing "Love." VISITOR, November 1, 1986 � 3 p robably one of the most impor- tant decisions facing working parents today is that of pre- school child care. The media report incidents in daycare that cause many parents to hesitate in using public day-care services. More and more families look to Christian-based facilities for the care of their children. Seventh-day Adventists are be- coming aware of the day-care needs in their areas and are offering child care not only for financial purposes but also as a means of outreach to their communities. Five successful Adventist day-care facilities in the Potomac Conference are located in Silver Spring, Mary- land, and Richmond, Tappahan- nock, Charlottesville and Petersburg, Virginia. Each center is unique, but they all have at least one thing in common. Those who direct them have a true love for children and a desire to wit- ness to their communities. Robbi Pierson is acting communica- tion director for the Potomac Confer- ence in Staunton, Virginia. adapting. One director reported that some of the children she works with have begun asking for "school food" at home! ach center must be state- certified. State licensure is not required of a facility that is church-affiliated, but Joy Breetzke, director of the Petersburg day-care with 45 children enrolled, suggests that any private day-care center obtain a license. She finds that parents are more comfortable with a licensed center. This limits the number of children per facility, according to space and safety precautions. Regular visits from the Health Department and Fire Marshall are also requirements to maintain state certification. Directors of day-care are required to have at least 72 hours of college education, including child-care classes. Day-care teachers need a high school diploma, plus some courses in child care at a college level; and assistants are required to have a high school diploma, pref- erably with some experience in day-care. Jobs are created for church and community members when a day- care program opens or expands. A few Tappahannock Junior Academy students work in the day-care center after classes to gain experience and spending money. Two of the five day-cares operate independently, although they were started by support and donations es7 Jesus cares, Caring Church, loving care by ROBBI PIERSON �Day-care Story and photos Edwina Neely shows a 3-year-old a star-shaped apple core and helps her prepare apple slices to sun-dry as a method of food preservation. The opportunities to witness become more obvious when one real- izes that in most of the centers, 50 to 95 percent of the children come from non-Adventist homes. In Tappahannock, for in- stance, day-care Admin- istrator Tove Oster reports that only five of 40 children in attendance are from Adventist homes. A problem that some of the cen- ters share is finding Adventist sup- port staff. Each one is directed by a Seventh-day Adventist, but in most cases, while all staff members are Christians, not all are Adventists. Each director makes clear to both parents and personnel the standards of the church, as well as the stan- dards expected to be maintained in the day-care center. All the day-care programs serve vegetarian meals. At first, some children are hesitant to try new foods, but most have no trouble Audrey Mills shows preschoolers a caterpillar at 4 � the Charlottesville day-care center. � VISITOR, November 1, 1986 from the local Adventist church. Two remain church-affiliated, al- though they operate free of any ex- pense to the church. And one is home-operated, also independent. One of the best forms of public relations for the centers is word-of- mouth from satisfied parents. Chris- tine Mayers, director at Richmond day-care, affiliated with the Patter- son Avenue Seventh-day Adventist Church, says that several of the 15 children attending their center come from influential families in the area, and this helps make a good impres- sion on others in the community. Some programs take only 2- to 5- year-old children. Others accept children up to 12 years of age on a part-time, after-school basis. E ven a brief visit to these centers shows that offering children a consistent, con- trolled, Christian environment is the highest priority of each Adventist day-care program. Parents are fre- quently invited to see programs put on by their children, to observe the routine, or to talk with the teachers and directors. Most directors sit down with parents before a child is enrolled to discuss the standards and expectations of a Seventh-day Adventist day-care center. Parents are informed that their children will be taught about the love of Jesus and be part of daily worships. While most non-Adventist parents like the spiritual aspects of the programs, a few are indifferent, but there are seldom complaints. Eunice Alexander, director of the Char- lottesville day-care, which serves 64 children, says one mother came to her after her 2-year-old son had At the Charlottesville day-care center, Donna John- son works with 4-year-olds on an art project that includes basic math understanding. attended for only two weeks. The mother said that she had seen posi- tive changes in his behavior, where she previously had more difficulty controlling him. Directors attempt to keep the lines of communication open with each parent and are rewarded for this effort by a show of trust and appre- ciation from the families with which they work. One teaching assistant said she had never before worked with such well-behaved children as she did in the Adventist day-care where she is employed. The children are repeatedly re- warded for positive behavior. They are exposed to nature, pets, sharing and learning. E dwina Neely, a speech pathol- ogist, now runs a day-care from her home in Silver Spring. The six children who spend each weekday with her are all 3- and 4- year-olds. They already are learning to read and do basic math through Are you interested in starting a child- care program? Here are three practical points to help you decide. 1. Check with your state or county Social Services Department. It will give you all the information and steps you will need to take in obtaining certifi- cation (and licensure). 2. If you want to work with a larger- than-at-home program, make it a church project. Be prepared to need at least $20,000 to get things started. Members may want to provide personal donations, or the church may agree to be the un- derwriter. Let your church family pro- vide support and assistance. 3. Recruiting is not a major problem. Once you are certified, your program will go on a list at the Social Services Department for referrals. Also, it takes very little time for word-of-mouth advertising to do its work. If you live near a college campus, on-campus advertisements are also very effective. ril.111111111.111111= games, sharing and nature activities. Mrs. Neely's program reaches into each child's home, and her outreach has already touched the lives of families with whom she works. Every Monday evening she leads a Bible study group in her home that involves interested families. Parents of two of her day-care children are attending Revelation Seminars, and last year the parents of three chil- dren were baptized. There remains an urgent need not only in Potomac, but throughout the union and across the nation, for stable, Christian, child-care facil- ities. What better way to tell your community that you care than to nurture its little ones? A Petersburg child shares a smile at lunch. VISITOR, November 1, 1986 � 5 Before their concert in Innsbruck, Austria, the CUC Brass Choir stops for a group photo in front of the Seventh-day Adventist church. Anya labour � Joel Stoia � Gary Case 1_1 ADVENTIST YOUTH Brass Choir bows to standing ovations in Europe CUC—The Columbia Union College Brass Choir played for enthusiastic audiences in Ad- ventist churches in Germany and Austria during their Euro- pean tour in August. The 15-member brass choir, accompanied by Van Knauss, a CUC music professor who gave organ concerts on the tour, per- formed from a repertoire of 35 works by such composers as Bach, Gabrielli and Wagner. The tour, which began in Frankfurt, Germany, included stops in Heidelberg, Salzburg and Rudesheim, as well as per- formances in Munich, Innsbruck and Nuremberg. According to Robert Tenny- son, the group's director, audi- ences everywhere were very appreciative. In Munich, the group received a standing ova- tion and played three encores. The local Adventist congrega- tions had publicized the con- certs, so their churches were packed. "Audiences applauded until we couldn't play any- more," exclaimed Tennyson. The churc hec insisted on do- Ohio students earn honors OHIO—Three Spring Valley Academy seniors in Centerville have been designated for hon- ors in the 32nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Principal John Wheaton made the announcement in October in Centerville. Anya labour of Dayton scored in the top 15,000 of more than one million students who took the qualifying test in October of 1985, when most of them nating offerings, which totaled over $300. According to Dr. Knauss, the brass choir plans to return to Europe in two or three years, were juniors. As a semifinalist, Anya will continue in the competition for some 6,000 merit scholarships that will be awarded in the spring of 1987. Gary Case of Centerville and Joel Stoia of Bellbrook were designated "commended stu- dents" in recognition of their outstanding academic promise for scoring in the top 50,000. They will receive a letter of and Pro Musica, CUC's 20- member concert choir, plans to tour England next May. RICK MOYERS Journalism Student commendation. The scholarship program is conducted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) of Evanston, Illinois. "The NMSC points out," says Wheaton, "that the high test per- formance of the young people in the Merit Program is indica- tive of exceptional scholastic ability. "Being named a semifinalist or commended student in this keen competition is a credit to these young citizens, as well as our school as it continues to par- ticipate in their development." Spring Valley Academy, es- tablished in 1968 in conjunction with Kettering Memorial Hos- pital, enrolled 396 students for the current year in grades K-12. LYNDA SEIDEL Public Relations Pine Forge visits Wilmington church ALLEGHENY EAST—"Is the young man Absalom safe?" was the key text of Conrad Gill's sermon at the Sharon Temple church in Wilmington, Dela- ware. Gill, principal of Pine Forge Academy, was the guest speaker for Education Sabbath. The importance of Adventist Christian education on the ele- mentary and secondary levels was emphasized in the mes- sage by Gill and other presen- tations throughout the day. Sharon Temple Junior Acad- emy seventh- and eighth-graders served on the platform during the service, while fifth- and sixth-grade students served as deacons. Students in grades one through four were ushers. Home and School leader Fay Clark organized a fellowship dinner for members and guests. Michael Jones, an English in- structor at PFA, coordinated an afternoon Pine Forge Hour. Three musical groups were featured: Joy, The Wheels of Harmony and Joint Effort. Sev- eral in the groups were from the Wilmington area. Joint Effort had also sung during the morn- ing worship service, along with the school choir from STJA. CHARLES D. BATTLES Principal Youth, not-so-young climb mountains MOUNTAIN VIEW—It all started as a junior-primary Sab- bath afternoon hike to the Cas- cades in Pembrooke, Virginia. But when leaders Judy John- son and Judy Smith invited "all those young at heart" to join the trip, hikers from 2- to 62-year- olds clambered the two rocky miles along a tumbling stream between leafy, sun-splashed trees to view the spectacular 50-foot falls, rest and visit. Two downhill miles later, the tired group gathered for refresh- ments before heading home, refreshed with thoughts of na- ture's God. MARGARET KEARNES Communication Secretary 6 � VISITOR, November 1,1986 Hamburg Pathfinders parade for Memorial Day celebrations Pathfinders post the colors at the veteran's memorial in Hamburg, then march in the local parade. ADVENTIST YOUTH Student literature evangelists sow for the harvest MOUNTAIN VIEW—Fourteen college students swarmed over the mountains, "hollers," val- leys and villages of West Vir- ginia and western Maryland this summer, setting sale records and inspiring church members to become involved in outreach. The students came with a dual purpose in mind: to earn scholarships and to be soul- winners. Their summer sales reached nearly $60,000, and on most weekends students were preaching, offering music and assisting in Sabbath schools. They invited church laymen to go with them and visit people interested in the Bible. Timothy Jo and Kent Millard were the student leaders, while coordinator Larry Carter divided his leadership between Ohio and Mountain View. John Ledl, conference pub- lishing director, looked down the banquet table as literature evangelists celebrated God's blessings at the end of the sum- mer. Where there had been only two student workers in 1985, there were now 14. Regular LEs and students brought about a 48 percent gain over last year in literature sales in the conference. Student LEs distributed more than 14,000 pieces of litera- ture, prayed in 2,000 homes, enrolled 1,000 in a Bible course and conducted 42 Bible stud- ies. They also witnessed to nine former Adventists. Perhaps the best barometer of the value of summer canvassing came from the students them- selves. "Being on the cutting edge was a great experience," said Gerd Kuist. Robin McGill was thankful for the personal help of John Ledl and Pastor Tom and Angela Whitsett. Dawn Light called her sum- mer "a real blessing and educa- tion. It made my relationship with Jesus stronger." Barry Hadley summed up the wish of each LE: "May there be a rich harvest for our labors." HERBERT H. BROECKEL President IRS employs CUC students CUC—The Columbia Union College business department has formed an agreement with the Internal Revenue Service that will create more jobs for CUC business majors. The IRS has offered to em- ploy every qualified business student through CUC's coop- erative education program. Students will work in the de- partments of personnel, ac- counting and training/auditing, and will receive salaries, as well as cooperative education credit. They will also get full- time employee benefits, includ- ing life and health insurance, sick leave and vacation time. The agreement was reached by Bob Burnette, CUC business department chairman, and Ella Greenberg, IRS taxpayer ser- vice specialist. "Through this relationship with the IRS, CUC students will gain valuable real-life busi- ness experience," Burnette says. "They will also earn excellent wages to help them finance a Christian education at CUC." BARBARA SUDDARTH Public Relations Virginia rally brings 600 youth ALLEGHENY EAST— More than 600 attended the Virginia Chapter Youth Federation held in Williamsburg, Virginia. Nine churches make up the member- ship of the chapter. Local Pastor Gene Donald- son preached the morning message, "If You Feel Far Removed from God, Guess Who Moved?" Norfolk AY leader Joe Ford directed some 60 youth in pre- senting the afternoon meeting. Lawsey Thomas from Williams- burg helped AY members enroll 55 people in the community in Bible courses. A theme banner was created by the Newport News chapter, and a large poster was printed by 011ison Cheatham for the lobby. A theme song was com- posed by Fernandez Ratliff, and flowers were given by Stephen Boyce, James Clements and St. Clare Phipps. Special guests included Rich- ard Barron, president of the Southwest Region Conference, James Clements, associate director of the Columbia Union church ministries department, PENNSYLVANIA—The Ham- burg Bluemountaineers were a major part of the Memorial Day celebration in Hamburg this year. The Pathfinders started the day bright and early, with a 6 a.m. worship service for club members. After breakfast the 11 club members and their staff planted geraniums on the graves of 55 adopted veterans. Their next job was at 9 a.m.; they had been asked by Ham- burg officials to raise the flag over the city's memorial. Then at 11 a.m. the Pathfind- ers were in formation to begin the 1986 Hamburg Memorial Day Parade. The club is operated jointly by the Hamburg and Blue Moun- tain Academy churches. Doug- las McIntyre is the leader. PETE GIANNOTTI Communication Secretary and Daniel L. Davis, confer- ence youth director. BEA P. BRITO Communication Secretary CUC launches finance newsletter CUC—Columbia Union Col- lege students and their parents are keeping up to date on de- velopments in financial aid by reading Money Clips, the new newsletter produced by CUC's student finance office. Published monthly, Money Clips is designed for traditional students, as well as adult eve- ning and external degree stu- dents. It will provide informa- tion on grants, loans and CUC financial aid programs. "The goal of Money Clips is to help students and parents be- come more comfortable with the policies and procedures of financial aid," says editor Alice Willsey, assistant director of student finance. "With this newsletter, we hope to make the idea of financing a college education more approachable and easier to understand." BARBARA SUDDARTH Public Relations VISITOR, November 1, 1986 � 7 ohn Orville Iversen, former associate speaker for the Voice of Prophecy, presents a copy of his new book, Air to the Kingdom, to Mabel Richards. The book is dedicated to her late husband, H.M.S. Richards. A WIDER VIEW The ministry of Adventist World Radio in Europe contin- ues to grow. The mail count at the Foril, Italy, headquarters of AWR-Europe rose 160 percent during the first six months of 1986. As a result of this sub- stantial jump in listener re- sponses, production of popular broadcasts in Rumanian, English and Polish has been increased, while programs produced in local church FM stations in Sweden began airing on week- days in late September. Meanwhile, record-breaking rains in August delayed con- struction on the church's new short-wave station in Guam. According to General Manager Allen Steele, KSDA is now scheduled to begin broadcast- ing by December 31 of this year, instead of the original projection of early October. "We want to get on the air as soon as possible," Steele said, "but we are comforted by the fact that the delay gives pro- ducers more time to prepare programs." A new broadcasting manual for church and institutional communicators is now avail- able at your local Adventist Book Center. Air to the King- dom was written by Pastor John Orville Iversen, whose 30 years of experience with electronic media includes service at both the union and General Confer- ence levels. The new guidebook began as an updating of Iversen's 1969 volume, So You're Going on Voice of Prophecy broadcasts have been dis- continued on several radio stations in the Columbia Union because of budget cut- backs. Drop- ping the daily VOP program from their schedules are: WZAP (690 AM) in Bristol, Virginia; WSJL (102.3 FM) in Rio Grande (Cape May), New Jersey; WLSD (1220 AM and 93.5 FM) in Big Stone Gap, Virginia; WDCT (1310 AM) in Fairfax, Virginia; and WSVM (1000 AM) in North Royalton, Ohio. Also, the Voice of Prophecy's Sunday broadcast will no longer be heard over: WJAC (850 AM) in Johnstown, Pennsylvania; WWOD (1390 AM) in Lynch- burg, Virginia; and WADC (1050 AM) in Parkersburg, West Virginia. the Air. "As I worked on this," Iversen said, "it became appar- ent so much had changed in the world of electronic media that a new book was needed." Air to the Kingdom discusses how to choose appropriate media, write a script, conduct a broadcast interview and pro- duce a program. Also included are a glossary of media terms, sample scripts and a bibliog- raphy listing more than 300 publications on broadcasting. Guide is getting a new look. Beginning with its first issue of 1987, the weekly magazine for junior-aged youth will have a new format, logo and design throughout. "We're competing with color TV and home videos," said Editor Jeannette John- son. "We've got to make Guide exciting and colorful to our young people." The magazine will also carry several new regular fea- tures, including "Kid's Cafe," a collection of recipes for junior youth, and a column entitled, "You Did It!" which will spot- light the achievements, writ- ing, artwork, awards and good deeds of Guide readers. A third A quarterly "video maga- zine" is being produced by the General Conference Commu- nication Department to help Adventists Know Your Church. The 70-minute first issue is divided into eight segments that deal with such topics as church growth in China and the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) minis- try in Africa. Other features include the beginning of the Church Ministries Department's new six-part video series on the Christian home and a discus- sion of how tithe is distributed and used within the church structure. Know Your Church is not de- signed to be shown all at once during Sabbath worship serv- ices, but instead is intended to be seen in segments by differ- ent groups in the church family or by the same group on several occasions. A trial videocassette may be ordered for $20 (which in- cludes shipping and handling) through the General Confer- ence Department of Communi- cation, 6840 Eastern Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20012. new feature, "The Key in the Lock," will tell the plan of sal- vation in story form over the course of a year. "Bible Sunday" will be ob- served in many churches across the country on November 23, four days before Thanksgiving. Introduced by the American Bible Society, "Bible Sunday" gives churchgoers the chance to help their fellow Christians, mainly in other countries, who are still without their own copies of the Scriptures. This year's theme is "Help Children Grow . . . Plant the Seed of God's Word in Their Lives," and the funds raised through free-will offerings will be used to provide Bibles for children in Brazil, Uganda and Lebanon. 8 � VISITOR, November 1, 1986 Jesus was not involved in government but he was involved in the lived experience of people from every social grouping. His teaching challenged the status quo and articulated a different vision of how society should be ordered. Christian action, then, ". . . looks beyond persons to structures, beyond the rehabilitation of prison inmates to the reform of the prison system, . . . beyond caring for the poor to improving—and when necessary transforming—the economic system (whatever it may be) and the political system (again, whatever it may be) (Stott, p. 32). It is just as Christian, if not more so, to make a traffic crossing safe from accidents as it is to take accident victims to the hospital for treatment. SUPPORT OF AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE INSTITUTE You can support the work of the Institute in several ways: • A donation of $20 per year will make you a member of the Institute. As a member, you will receive our bi-monthly newsletter, be informed of all upcoming events sponsored by the Institute, and receive discounts on all Institute publications. • A donation of $500 per year will make you a donor of the Institute. Donors will receive all member privileges, plus free attendance at all Institute events and free Institute publications. • For a one-time gift of $5,000, you, or you and your spouse, may become patrons of the Institute. Patrons will receive the privileges of a donor for a lifetime. In addition, any direct contributions to the work of the Institute, regardless of the amount, will be tax-deductible and greatly appreciated. Please send all contributions to this address: WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ISSUES Box 1129 College Park, MD 20740 (301) 441-1777 James J. Londls, Ph.D. Director James J. Cox, Ph.D. Executive Director Donna T. Weigle Assistant Director Raymond E. Manuel Secretary-Treasurer P.O. Box 1129 College Park, Maryland 20740 (301) 441-1777 Such social concern inevitably includes the political realm ("political" defined not as the science of government so much as the "life of the cit " or " fis") y � Ix) � • N � W S �T T � R Volume 1, Number 2, November 1, 1986 JOHN STOTT, THE LONDON INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIANITY, AND THE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ISSUES Those acquainted with John Stott's London Institute for Contemporary Christianity might wonder whether the Washington Institute of Contemporary Issues bears only an accidental resemblance to it. The answer is "no." The resemblance is intentional. James Cox, eager to see for himself what John Stott was doing in London, spent three weeks at the Institute. While many of the goals of the London Institute are different from ours, many are similar. For that reason, the time there convinced Cox that an Institute or Center of some kind was just the structure needed to accomplish the dreams we had for the greater Washington D.C. area. Stott has a vision of the Christian's responsibility that goes beyond private religious experience and beyond evangelism as proselytizing. With Stott, we at the Institute are persuaded that an important part of the Christian's life of faith is a social concern that transcends denominationalism or religious affiliation. Historically, there have always been Christians who refused to limit their faith to their private lives. Such Christians inevitably shared some of the social blindspots of their times (how many of us have been sexist and didn't even know it). Nonetheless, believers in the 18th century fought the slave trade. Their religious convictions about creation and redemption led them to a social vision of righteousness and justice for all God's children. Even some missionaries, with all the faults one might find with Christian missions, resisted foot-binding in China and "waged war against widow-burning, infanticide, and temple prostitution in India, and above all broke the social and economic slavery of the caste system for the low and outcast peoples. . ." (John Stott, Involvement, p. 24). W ICI WASHI\GTON INSTITUTE OF ::0\TEN/PORARY ISSUES It is just as Christian, if not more so, to make a traffic crossing safe from accidents as it is to take accident victims to the hospital for treatment. "The gospel which changes people also changes cultures. . . ." Furthermore, there are differing views about what the just society should be or how the weak and oppressed should be treated. Christian theology has a great deal to say about such issues and Seventh-day Adventist theology, with some of its distinctive emphases, may have things to say about some of these issues that no one else is saying, things that ought to be heard by society as a whole. That is one of the goals of the Washington Institute. We hope to speak to some of the issues confronting our world from not only a Christian, but also, where appropriate and justified, an Adventist, perspective. These issues may include the role of religion in public life, the ethics of tobacco advertising/marketing and production, the importance of religious faith for relationships, the relevance of the Bible for confronting the dilemmas of life, and the theological implications of the nuclear threat. We recognize that there is no one "Christian" (or even one "Adventist") view on many of these concerns. Nevertheless, only in openly exploring the issues can any kind of consensus emerge about what is Christian or Adventist. Therefore, we commend to the public what we believe is the Adventist Christian perspective on contemporary issues, not in some dogmatic fashion that assumes we cannot be wrong, but in the spirit of open inquiry. We do this because we believe that there are right and wrong views about these issues. The question, for example, of whether smoking is or is not a moral act needs to be raised in the context of theology. We do this because we believe that if the Biblical principles governing our lives are indeed correct, they fit us, and that fittingness can be empirically tested to some degree. Stott uses the example of living together before marriage to make this point. He claims that recent research supports the opinion that such arrangements do not make for happier and more lasting relationships at all. Quite the contrary. Thus, the sexual ethic of the ten commandments and the Bible as a whole, is at least partially verified in human experience. As Stott has said: "The gospel which changes people also changes cultures. . . ." "From the pulpit (still a much more influential 'platform' than is commonly realised, especially in the shaping of public opinion), through letters to and articles in national and local newspapers, in discussions at home and work, through opportunities on radio and television, by poetry and popular songs, we are called as Christians to witness to God's law and God's gospel without fear or apology" (Stott, p. 105, 108). Adventists come at many of these problems with a unique theological heritage. Our commitment to the Sabbath, the holistic nature of human being, the importance of the sanctified life, the redemptive nature of the work of judgment and the great controversy and eschatology (among others) imposes on us the responsibility to speak loudly and clearly about that which terrifies or seduces the world. It is our aim at the Washington Institute to be one among many such Adventist voices. M. SCOTT PECK SEMINAR "Self-Esteem and Self-Love" and "Togetherness and Separateness in Marriage" are just two of the exciting topics to be discussed by M. Scott Peck, author of The Road Less Traveled, November 10, 1986, at the Departmental Auditorium on Constitution Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets (directly opposite the Museum of History and Technology), Washington, D. C. On the best-seller list for over 100 weeks, Peck's reflections in the book touch the core of our concerns and feelings about maturity, discipline and love in human relationships. The lectures, each followed by a question- Peck's reflections . . . touch the core of our concerns and feelings about maturity, discipline and love in human relationships. An important part of the Christian's life of faith is a social concern that transcends denominationalism or religious affiliation. and-answer period, will begin at 8:45 a.m. and close at 3:30 p.m. Peck will be available for book signing at the conclusion of the seminar. Cost for the seminar is $25 for members of WICI, $35 dollars for non-members who register early and $40 for late registrants. The final registration date is November 7, 1986. Walk in registrations may be possible — as space permits. Registration for the seminar will begin at 8:00. A continental breakfast including fruit and refreshments will be served. To register, send a check to WICI marked "Peck Seminar." Please call (301) 441-1777 if you desire further information. SEMINARS PLANNED FOR THE FUTURE Julius Segal Seminar Dr. Julius Segal, author of the recently published, Winning Life's Toughest Battles, will speak on his experience as a psychologist with Vietnam POW's and the hostages returned from Iran. For years he has studied the qualities that allow some people to recover from crisis in their lives, while others collapse. "The resiliency of the human spirit has always fascinated me," he says. Details about time and place will be announced in the next issue of the newsletter. Harold Kushner Seminar Negotiations are under way for Rabbi Harold Kushner, author of the best-selling When Bad Things Happen to Good People and the just released When All You've Ever Wanted Isn't Enough: The Search for a Life that Matters, to conduct a full-day seminar for us in 1987. More about this event in later issues of the newsletter. Also in the preparation stage are the following: Jack Bynum Seminar; Conference on the Ethics of Organ Transplants ( with Loma Linda University); and a Symposium on the Ethics of Tobacco Advertising/Promotion and Production. VOLUNTEERS On almost any Thursday, if you should visit with us, you would find Mary Simpson entering names and addresses in our computer, addressing and stuffing envelopes, taking phone messages, and copying and mailing important materials. On another occasion, if you should phone us, you might very well hear the pleasant voice of Jean Chappell pinch-hitting for Donna Weigle. Besides golfing at the Paint Branch Golf Course and many other exciting activities, Vera Capman, Delight Clapp, and Helen Thurber assist WICI in a variety of ways. Others have responded, sometimes on very short notice, to help with the pressures that often precede one of our scheduled public events. We owe special thanks to many including Vera Capman, Jean Chappell, Delight Clapp, Gerda Fish, Pamela Gardner, Nellie Richardson, June Roys, Mary Simpson, Helen Thurber, and Crystal Weigle. As our workload increases, it is natural that our need for volunteers also increases. We have scheduled stress-control and stop-smoking clinics, small group discussions, seminars, symposia, and conferences on a variety of contemporary issues. Would you be interested in sharing the challenge of these projects with our enthusiastic group of volunteers? We need people who can work at home taking phone messages, collating materials, addressing envelopes, and the like. We also need people who can {Jesus'} teaching challenged the status quo and articulated a different vision of how society should be ordered. assist at the office covering the phone, xeroxing papers, entering names and addresses in the computer for our mailing lists, et cetera. Occasionly, we are in need of assistance with research projects. Donna Weigle will be delighted to hear from any of you who may be able to help with specific events or with regular office work each week. We promise you will enjoy working for the success of the Institute. PATRONS, DONORS, AND MEMBERS Patrons: Bruce and Betty Branson Commonweal Foundation Cyril and Kitty Hardy Donors: Larry Brundage Gene and Janice Daffem H. 0. Engen Fred Lee Barbara Renschler E. Arthur Robinson Ella and Walter Rydzewski Leonard Soloniuk Ralph & Carolyn Thompson, Jr. Doug and Elizabeth Wear Robert D. Young Members: Vernon L. Alger Alvin L. Anderson Ivan and Chandos Angell Daniel Antonovich Glen and Alta Axford Charmaine Bainum E. 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Kemper Elton and Marga Kerr Chris Keslake Joan Beth King Landon Kite, Jr. Carrol and Barbara Knauss Albert C. Koppel Karen Kotoske Jean and Larry LaClair David Larson Yung and Camen Lau Anna K. Law Noel Lawrence Reginald 0. Lawson Mamie H. Lindo Marcus Lindo Marvin E. Loewen Norma Williams Martin David Mee-Lee Denis and Valerie Mee-Lee Vincent Melashenko John Melnick Henry C. Miller Nassry Mizher Promise J. Moffett Judy Montfort Fred B. Moor, Jr. Paul W. Nelson W. G. Nelson Don Noble K. Campbell Norskov G. L. O'Toole Norval F. Pease William A. Ponder L. Frances Pride Bernard Putney Edwin Racine Astrid F. Ramsey Charles M. Randall Robert 0. Rausch G. Samuel Remick E. E. Richards Daniel Roberts R .8. Rodgers Daniel and Kellie Rodman Ben and Janet Roy R. M. Ruf Glenn Sackett Chuck and Marianne Scriven Marcius Sequeira Herb Silver Hans and Donna Sjoren L.A. Smart Eugene and Patricia Sorensen Kathleen Srour J. H. Steinecke Erin G. Stone David and Evelyn Strahle Glenis Tronic George C. Valentine Carmen Vazquez Louis and Margie Venden Ron William Walden Kit Watts Raymond 0. West S. E. White James E. Whitman, Jr. R. A. Wolcott Joel and Yolanda Wolensky William and Armina Wolf W. H. Wood Norman & Kathy Jo Yergen B. R. Youlden Lottie Ziprick Thomas I. Zirkle M. L. Zolber W H 1 Give em a White Robe Christmas 1986 Pacific Press Publishing Association THE CARING CHRISTIAN Mount Carmel celebrates Community Services Day ALLEGHENY EAST—"Tell the World About Jesus" was the theme of Community Services Day at the Adventist church in Milford, Delaware. The theme emphasized the call commis- sioned by Christ to help those in need of physical and emo- tional assistance, and to min- ister as part of the church's welfare work. After the welcoming speech by Oclivery Jones, Sabbath school superintendent, Commu- nity Services Secretary Marie Benson Rosman gave a re- port on church progress and improvement. The assistant Community Services leader, Mildred Mur- ray, told of the church's activi- ties, including a plan to host a Spanish class taught by La- voney Collick, church clerk, every Monday evening. Her husband, Tyrone, started free exercise classes in early May. Mildred Polk will continue teaching her eight students in the Monday night reading and writing classes. She was given a desk plaque for her dedication to teaching. Assistant Mildred Murray was awarded a certifi- cate of appreciation. The guest speaker, Pastor William Ervin, gave a recipe for a Christlike life. Commu- nity Services leaders and Feder- ation officers from neighboring churches were present, and some were participants in serv- ices of the day. Special recog- nition goes to Eran Murray, Mary Parker and Margie Con- quest for the dinner which followed. Outstanding music was pro- vided by the Echoes of Praise, the Inspirationals, the Sermon- ettes of Harrington, Michelle Dowling and Willie DuPont of Bridgeville, and Mount Car- mel's mass choir. MARY R. POLK Communication Secretary 271 boxes, generator are sent to Africa PENNSYLVANIA—Two weeks were given to the Pottstown church by Robert Taylor, president of the Tanzanian Union in East Africa, in an appeal for clothing. "Could you please help my ministers?" he asked. "They are standing in their pulpits with torn sneakers and clothing." Mrs. Taylor pleaded that the children must not be forgotten. "They have very little clothing and no shoes," she said. Pauline and Ralph Weitz had not forgotten the ministry of the Taylor family in Pennsylvania. Pauline organized the collec- tion, packing and transporta- tion of clothing to be shipped from the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) ware- house in Eldridge, Maryland. Nine other Adventist con- gregations from Mifflintown to Philadelphia responded to the � 11\ appeal. Many of the boxes were packed at the Saint Luke's Lutheran Church in Gilberts- ville. On September 8, 171 boxes of clothing were picked up at the Pottstown church and another 100 at the Fairview Vil- lage church. Ralph Laubach of Mifflintown sent along a new diesel generator to complete the shipment. CIA Nhite PAT White Robe is a contemporary album with a twist. Its uplifting lyrics are combined with a contemporary sound. If you are tired of noisy, harsh-sounding contemporary Christian music, but still like a contemporary sound, White Robe is for you. Vocalist/composer Patricia White sings seven of her min songs. A lyric sheet is included with each record. White Robe makes a perfect gift. Young people and adults enjoy its fine sound. White Robe is so well received that many people are telling us they play it all the time. The Voice of Prophecy is also using some of Patricia's music on their broadcast. VOP program producer Bob Edwards says, "Patricia White songs are fresh and alive." White Robe—the album parents and teens can enjoy together. Records and cassettes are just CIS $8.98/Cdn 511.98. To get your albums today, see your ABC. You can also order toll free by using your MasterCard/ Visa and calling 1-800-253-3000 (in Alaska and Hawaii call 1-800-253-3002). White Robe is distributed by Chapel/Bridge Records—a Pacific Press subsidiary. VISITOR, November 1, 1986 9 September Pastoral Growth participants include: (front row, left to right) John Freedman, Norman Zimmerman and David Freedman; (back row, left to right) James Stevens, Bill Davis, Frank Kean and David Newman. CUC enrollment update Final figures for Columbia Union College fall enroll- ment total a head-count of 1,050 students. Information now available reveals that the adult evening program, with 228 students, made a 221 percent gain. This is the largest single jump in traditional and non-traditional programs. —WAYNE JUDD, vice president THE LEARNING CHRISTIAN Seminar focuses on pastoral growth NEW JERSEY—Elder David Newman, executive editor of Ministry magazine, spoke at the New Jersey Pastoral Growth Seminar held in September. His topics were "The Pastor's Personal Study Time" and "The Pastor as Shepherd of the Flock." The Pastoral Growth Seminar was originated in New Jersey by conference President Robert W. Boggess in 1978, while he was ministerial director. This program is designed to provide monthly meetings for newly-or- dained and unordained pastors that focus on key aspects of ef- fective ministry. When James . Stevens assumed leadership of the seminars in 1985, he began focusing on evangelistic work and in the last year the New Jer- sey pastoral group has baptized more than 120 people. These seminars concentrate on nurture, church administra- tion and evangelism, allowing pastors to have the full range of instruction in ministerial duties and activities. The majority of instruction is carried on by Elder Stevens, and from time to time guest speakers are invited to talk on their particular areas of expertise. The pastors also have the chance to ask questions, reflect on what is happening in their churches, and get feedback from conference leadership on solu- tions to specific problems they face. Pastor David Freedman states, "The Pastoral Growth class has been a tremendous blessing to my ministry. I wish every young pastor would have the opportunity to participate in something like this." JAMES L. STEVENS Ministerial Director Workers' retreat focuses on spiritual development NEW JERSEY—The spiritual development of the pastor was the topic when ministers and staff members of the New Jersey Conference met in August for the annual workers' retreat at Garden State Academy. Featured speakers for the re- treat were Jack Blanco, profes- sor of religion at Southern College, and Bill Liversidge, church growth director for the Columbia Union. Pastor Bill Liversidge conducts morning classroom instruction. Dr. Jack Blanco addresses workers dur- ing an evening session. Dr. Blanco conducted devo- tionals and evening meetings, during which he focused on the spiritual, physical and social aspects of ministry in the Ad- ventist Church today. After pointing out that it is a greater challenge to be a pas- tor now than it has ever been, Blanco encouraged the minis- ters to be sure of their calling, spend time with the Lord in study and prayer, and work with zeal and enthusiasm in their evan- gelistic efforts. Bill Liversidge spent the morning instructional sessions dealing with how to organize small group ministries in a local church setting. A report given during the ses- sion indicated that, by the end of July, 375 people have already been baptized in New Jersey. Conference President Robert Boggess then challenged the workers to keep the fire of evan- gelism burning through prayer and daily study of the Word. JAMES L. STEVENS Ministerial Director Delaware church hosts workshop on natural remedies OHIO—A program leading to a church-sponsored certifi- cate in health care on preventive and natural remedies was be- gun on the weekend of August 15 in the Delaware Adventist Church. This six-hour introductory workshop was the first step toward helping church mem- bers develop training centers for healthful living in their own areas. Carl Carnes, a research chemist from Columbus, coor- dinated the seminar. Pastor Dave Hutman's talk on Friday evening was entitled, "Saved by How We Eat?" and dealt with the relationship of health to spiritual well-being. Carnes presented "Our Sacred Trust," a lecture on the concept that "Our health should be guarded as carefully as our character," and a discussion on the many uses for charcoal in healing the body. Lab times centered on "prac- ticing what we know" and gave participants the opportunity to use a variety of simple but ef- fective remedies for colds, the flu and other inflammations. Two registered nurses gave presentations at the workshop. Nancy Hutman's subject was "Foods in Focus," while Jean Ashton demonstrated applica- tions of water therapy. Forty-five people received certificates upon completion of the seminar. Follow-up meet- ings will continue for any churches requesting them. 10 � VISITOR, November 1, 1986 AT&T PC-6300 PHYSICAL THERAPY DIRECTOR— Well-organized department needs successor to director, who has been promoted. This top-run department needs a proven manager to continue our quality program. The direc- tor is responsible for a staff of 25 and reports directly to the hospital president. Applicants must have B.S. degree in Physical Therapy, a minimum of three years' supervisory experience, and demonstrated ability leading people to ini- tiate and accept change. Reading Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Adventist Health System/US, has 88 inpatient beds, a growing outpatient department, and is currently ex- panding in other rehabilitation ventures. Located 50 miles west of Philadelphia on a beautiful 260-acre estate, the hospital offers modern facilities and equipment, and excel- lent working conditions. Send resume with salary history to Bill McGregor, Vice President, Reading Rehabilitation Hospital, R.D. #1 Box 25(1, Reading, PA 19607; Call (215) 775-8203. READInG REHABILITATIOn HOSPITAL LEADING EDGE PERSONAL COMPUTER PERSONAL COMPUTER • IBM'I Compatible • 256K RAM (640K optional) • High Resolution Monitor • 7 Expansion Slots • Serial and Parallel Ports • Hercules Graphic Emulation • IBMN compatible • 768K of RAM • High Resolution Monitor • 4 expansion slots • Serial and Parallel Ports • Word Processing Software $1595 CAPITAL MICRO Columbia Union College Takoma Park, Maryland 20912 (800) 544-4442 � (301) 565-3595 IN MARYLAND $1195 CAPITAL MICRO Columbia Union College Takoma Park. Maryland 20912 (800) 544-4442 (301) 565-3595 IN MARYLAND ame,tang. THE LEARNING CHRISTIAN Alumni Phonathon raises $66,000 CUC—Columbia Union Col- lege graduates and supporters pledged over $66,000 in the second annual alumni phona- thon, September 15-25. For eight evenings and one afternoon, 74 alumni, students and faculty and staff members phoned CUC graduates across the country to raise money for the scholarship endowment fund and alumni-sponsored campus improvement projects. Nearly $18,000 of the money pledged has already been mailed in. "This year's pledge total ex- ceeded last year's by over $26,000," said Esther Burrow, director of alumni affairs. "Our graduates have responded en- thusiastically to the phona- thon, and we are very grateful for their support." BARBARA SUDDARTH Public Relations Sabbath school workshop for the Virginias draws 100 ALLEGHENY WEST—A two- day workshop conducted at the Smyrna church in Lynchburg, Virginia, was attended by ap- proximately 100 Sabbath school officers from congregations in Virginia and West Virginia. Pastor John S. Smith, Sabbath school director for the Alle- gheny West Conference, and Charles L. Brooks of the Gen- eral Conference Sabbath school department directed the work- shop, which was videotaped SKI VISITOR ADVERTISING— as simple as a phone call! To place your ad, or for rates or information call toll free in Columbia Union (a local call from D.C.area) In Maryland call (800) 438-9600. (301) 596-0800 for viewing at future Sabbath school leadership meetings. The workshop was planned by the Ministerial Alliance for the Virginias. Seymour G. Cole, who pastors the Lynchburg church, is district leader and chairman of the Alliance. GARY STEWART Communication Secretary Non-Seventh-day Adventist ministers fellowship with Adventist ministers at a meet- ing hosted by Potomac ABC, where they each received the New King lames Bible from the Nelson Bible Company and listened to United States Senate Chaplain Richard Halverson. Teachers applauded by conference staff The Potomac Conference hon- ored its dedicated Christian teachers this fall with a series of appreciation dinners. Early in the fall semester, evening dinners were hosted by conference officers for the fac- ulty of each Potomac elemen- tary school. The purpose of the dinners was to show appreciation for the commitment the teachers demonstrate and to enhance ac- quaintances, communication and working relations between conference resource staff and field personnel. SPOTLIGHT ON POTOMAC Executive Editor David Newman (left), Ministry magazine, and associate Pastor Hans Varmer, Spencerville church, learn that it took 130 scholars seven years to update the 400-year-old King lames Bible, maintain its beauty and integrity, and still improve its readability. ABC hosts ministers, introduces new Bible T he Potomac Adventist Book Center found a unique way to let its in- stitutional witness be part of Harvest 90. It held a ministerial meeting in Takoma Park last month that was attended by almost 100 non-Adventist clergymen, as well as about 100 Seventh-day Adventist pastors. Each minister received a free copy of the New King lames Bible from the Thomas Nelson Bible Company, which co-spon- sored the meeting. The Nelson Company also helped plan the event by arranging for Dr. Rich- Robbi Pierson, acting commu- nication director for Potomac, wrote the stories and took the pictures for Spotlight unless designated with a byline. good sermon. Halverson also said that many evangelicals were not using God's ways when they thrust themselves into contemporary issues. "The primary problem with evangelicalism today is its pre- occupation with trying to be relevant to the world when it should be relevant to Jesus Christ." Nelson has co-sponsored sev- eral of these meetings in the past two years. Paul Glenn, manager of the ABC's book de- partment, said that the atten- dance was one of the largest of any Nelson-sponsored minis- terial meeting. Glenn said that both the Nel- son Company and the ABC hoped to make pastors aware of their services. "It was good public relations for the ABC and the church. "We want to do something like this at least once a year, with other publishers," Glenn sa id .—KN Potomac enrolls 662 students in its two academies The two conference acade- mies are back in the flow of yet another school year. Shenan- doah Valley Academy opened its doors for registration on August 16. Orientation day was August 17, and classes began on the 18th. Takoma Academy students registered on August 25 and began classes the fol- lowing day. This year's enrollment at SVA totals 297 students. Fifty-three are freshmen, 68 sophomores, 99 juniors and 77 are in the class of '87. SVA already has an active agenda. They started the year off with a handshake social and a senior class benefit night. Two art courses have been added to this year's class sched- ule, as well as a string ensem- ble directed by Steve Zork. SVA Registrar Richard Ste- venson reports a slight drop from last year's enrollment. He says that the drop reflects a "nationwide drought of high- school-aged students," the post- "baby-boom" generation. Stevenson adds that the drop also indicates the financial challenge families must face to provide a private education for their high-school-age children. TA welcomed 365 students this year, a match to last year's enrollment, according to Prin- cipal Richard Osborn. He says the academy had a projected drop of 15 students, which hap- pily was not realized. Additions to the faculty and staff are Dunbar Henri to the religion department, Suzanne Shakes teaching math and com- puter classes, Nadeen Hen- dricks in accounting and Sue Endres as secretary. Academic changes include the addition of a third year of French, a course in basic algebra and additions to the physical education curriculum. and Halverson, chaplain of the United States Senate, to speak. Halverson quoted from Isaiah 55, where the prophet says, "My thoughts are not your thoughts." Halverson said the verse gave him pause each time he thought he had prepared a VISITOR, November 1, 1986 12 Guests at the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the new Appomattox Community Services headquarteri were (from left): Marie Watt, honorary director; I.B. Cooper, head elder; Ann Cooper, associate director; Gerald Wilburn, local businessman; W.M. Abbitt, representative from the House of Delegates; Virginia Babcock, Appo- mattox County Social Services director; Lola Moore, director; Milo C. Sawvel, Appomatox church pastor; Frances Stevens, associate director; and Alice Young, associate director. Colon meetings draw busy people to Arlington church Eleven people were baptized following the Revelation Now seminar conducted by confer- ence Evangelist Jac Colon and wife 'dena in Arlington. Arlington, a city of some 150,000, is known as a "bed- room" community—residents go their separate ways to work in northern Virginia or down- town Washington, D.C. With this in mind, the 104-member church prayed fervently that neighbors would read the ads and attend the meetings to be held for two weeks in a high school auditorium. Church members were excited watching the people listen to Scripture from Revelation pre- sented by Colon. Many were underlining each text as they found it in their Bibles. After the first two weeks, the meetings were held in the Ar- lington church. Pastor Jim Frost could not hide his joy as he watched his church fill to capacity. Even long-time church members found it difficult to miss any evening meeting dur- ing the five-week crusade. They didn't want to miss the studies or the thrill of watching people coming forward to express their decision to be baptized. Many people who heard the message of Revelation have not yet been baptized. Members are anxious be used by the Holy Spirit as He guides them and are praying for and keep- ing in touch with many who attended the seminar. EVELYN SHANKO ROBINSON Communication Secretary SPOTLIGHT ON POTOMAC School board officers attend "how-to" workshops More than 60 members of school boards in the Potomac Conference attended leader- ship meetings in Staunton on October 5. School board chairmen, pastors, principals and school treasurers listened to Tim Mc- Donald, Columbia Union di- rector of education, discuss techniques for conducting board meetings and how to involve all board members in arriving at decisions and dealing with board problems. Employment policies of the Columbia Union were outlined with discussions on certification. Art Lessner, assistant trea- surer for the conference, con- ducted a short workshop for school treasurers. Judi Christensen of Staunton and Linda Usher from Portland, Oregon, conducted a workshop for Home and School leaders. Many ideas were shared on how to organize Home and School as an effective support for the school program. The workshops were spon- sored by the conference edu- cation department and were coordinated by Harry Mayden, superintendent of education. New Market pastor retires after 38 years of service Richard E. Harris Sr., asso- ciate pastor of the New Market church, was honored for 38 years of denominational work during Potomac campmeeting. Harris and his wife, Eliza- beth, have spent 26 years serv- ing the Potomac Conference. Harris taught religion at Shen- andoah Valley Academy for 10 years. He helped edit and revise the Breakthrough Teen series of T he Appomattox church held ribbon-cutting cer- emonies for its new Community Services Center headquarters on September 30. Located in the renovated basement of the Appomattox Seventh-day Adventist Church, the center will serve the com- munity four days a week, under the direction of Lola Moore. Present for the ribbon-cutting ceremony were Representative W.M. Abbitt from the Virginia House of Delegates, Virginia M. Babcock, director of the Ap- pomattox County Department of Social Services, church Pas- tor Milo C. Sawvel and mem- bers of the congregation who will work with the center. Marie Watt, with over 40 years of Community Services experience, has been named honorary director. Mrs. Watt has been a member of the Ap- pomattox church since it was religion textbooks for grades nine through 12. Harris served as associate pastor for family ministries at the Pioneer Memorial church in Berrien Springs, Michigan, from 1977 to 1980. The couple returned to Virginia, anticipat- ing retirement in a few years. Harris pastored the Yale church for three years, then moved to New Market, where he has served for three years, and now plans to retire. As for post-retirement plans, Harris says he is waiting for the Lord to tell him what is next. He has considered writing books on his special areas of interest, prophecy and church history. He says he would like to see a greater appreciation by the younger people of the church for the sacrifices that were made by church fathers, and he hopes there will be a willing- Appomattox Community Services Center cuts ribbon founded in 1947. The Community Services de- partment of the Appomattox church has been active. Besides distributing food, clothing and literature, they have conducted Breathe Free clinics and antici- pate offering classes in health- ful cooking to the people in the community. ness on the part of the youth to make equal sacrifices to carry the church to the end. The Harrises say they have been very happy in the min- istry. Their work has in- cluded evangelism, education and church/family pastoring, and they have enjoyed the vari- ety of their service. VISITOR, November 1, 1986 AN HOUR OF SABBATH is a terrible thing to waste! Announcing: Training seminars for Sabbath school teachers and leaders from cradle roll through adult Wytheville � Nov. 22 3 p.m.-6 p.m. New Market Nov. 23 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. silgo � Dec. 6 Forest Hill � Dec. 7 Norfolk � Dec. 8 3 p.m.-6 p.m. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Presented by Potomac Conference Church Ministries Phone: (703) 886-0771 ANNOUNCEMENTS Requests for placing announcements and/or advertisements should be in the Visitor office four 14) weeks before the date of issue. Loma Linda University offers M.P.H. tuition credit for prospective student The Loma Linda University School of Health off-campus degree program in public health is offering a certificate for one hour of free tuition to any current student who brings a qualified prospec- tive student. The prospective student can take that first class free, also. "Public Health Nutrition" will he offered Novem- ber 9-11. Contact the Church Ministries Department of the Columbia Union at (301) 997-3414 for further details. Help us find the young adults Do you know a newly-relocated or in- active Adventist young adult (approxi- mate age 21-30) living in the Washing- ton, D.C., metropolitan area who would benefit from or would like a personal invitation to Sabbath school and church? Members of the Sligo young adult Sab- bath school class will call or visit them, plus put their name on our activity mail- ing list. Just send that person's name, address, home and work phone numbers, and any other information you think might be helpful for us to know to: Young Adult Class, Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church, 7710 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912. Evangelistic series is planned for Reading, Pennsylvania From April 4-May 9, Elder I. David Newman, executive editor of Ministry magazine, will conduct a series of evan- gelistic meetings at the Reading Hamp- den Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2706 Pricetown Rd., Temple, PA 19560. During this crusade, "Coping with Life," Elder Newman will spend the first week's lectures preaching on Righ- teousness by Faith, and then place all remaining doctrinal lectures in the con- text of Righteousness by Faith. The series will also include special family features and musical specialties. Please send the addresses and names of relatives or friends you wish contacted to the church for an invitation to these meetings or Bible studies. Please limit to within 20 miles of Reading. Your suggested con- tacts will be treated with kindness and integrity under the supervision of Don C. Shaw, pastor, and Carol Zarska, Bible instructor. Please include any helpful background and information. Thank you. (1115) Pianist Sontraud Speidel returns to Sligo On November 15 at 3:30 p.m., Son- traud Speidel will return to the Sligo Series to present a program of Classical and Romantic music. After winning a number of national competitions in Ger- many, she is recognized as a leading performer and recording artist both in Europe and the United States. OBITUARIES ANDERSON, Bernhard T., born March 4, 1898. Omaha, NE; died August 9, 1986, Takoma Park, MD. Survivors: wife Margaret; daughter Verna Altman; sister Ruth Engelbert; step-daughters Doris Williams and Betty Walker; six grand- children and nine great-grandchildren. BUCK, Clara M., born August 14, 1893, Zanesville, OH; died September 8, 1986. She was a member of the Zanes- ville church. Survivors: brother John and niece Rose Marie Alton. FISHEL, Pearl A., born March 8, 1909, Mantua, OH; died September 17, 1986, Alliance, OH. She was a member of the Akron First church since her baptism in 1984. Survivor: daughter Loreen Hyer. GALAMBOS, Joseph T., born August 29, 1917, Phoenixville, PA; died September 4, 1986, Philadelphia, PA. He was a member of the Lansdale church, serving as an elder for 40 years. Survivors: wife Trudy; daughter Joni Carlson; son Barry; sisters Julia Nash and Mary Messmer; brothers Albert, Coleton, Les, Alex, Frank and George; sister-in-law Mary Galambos and four grandchildren. GANK, Edyth, born May 24, 1913, Thomas, WV; died August 8, 1986, Mor- gantown, WV. She was a charter mem- ber of the Grafton church for 34 years. Survivors: husband Walter; son John and two grandchildren. IDE, Dorothy E., born September 30, 1905, Berwick, PA; died September 15, 1986, Nevada, MO. Prior to moving to Missouri a year ago, she was a member of the Pottstown Charlotte Street church. Survivors: daughter Alva Lucy Hinkley; foster son Charles Blanchard; sisters Mildred Dietrich, Verna Kachel and Phyllis Moyer; brothers Rollin Eddinger and Gerald Eddinger; four grandchil- dren and one great-grandson. PURVIS, Cecilia E., born February 22, 1898, Mulberry, OH; died August 11, 1986, Cincinnati, OH. She was a mem- ber of the Cincinnati First church. Sur- vivors: husband Robert; son Elmer; daughters Doris Grimes and Thelma Martin; 11 grandchildren and 17 great- grandchildren. WILLIAMS, Donna L., born January 25, 1909, Lima, OH; died August 20, 1986, Napa, CA. She was a faithful, active, life- long member of the Toledo First church. Survivors: husband Charles; daughter Barbara Herr; sons Richard and Robert; brothers Robert Geach and Thomas Geach; sisters Elva Jane Steen, June I3ensen and Miriam Scholley; seven grandchildren hiirn. � and two great-grand- cde ADVERTISEMENTS ADVERTISING RATES Minimum charge, $11 per insertion (or 50 words or less (or ads originating within the Columbia Union, and $15 per insertion for all others. Additional words, 25 cents each in union, 30 cents each out of union. Ads may be placed directly with the Visitor office by mail or telephone. Ads placed via telephone may be paid by check or money order before publica- tion. From Maryland and Washington, D.C., area call 13011596-0800 Ia local call from D.C. area). From elsewhere in Columbia Union call ,8001438-9600. Make checks or money orders payable to Columbia Union Visitor, 5427 Twin Knolls Road., Columbia MD 21045. A copy of the advertising policy is available upon request. FOR SALE: 1983 Correct Craft, Ski Nau- tique 2001, 19-ft. competition ski boat, 351 H. P. Call or write Camp Blue Ridge, P.O. Box 1208, Staunton, VA 24401; 170.3) 886-0771. (111) Public Evangelism: The Caring Church Reaps the Harvest Evangelists, evangelism coordinators ,ind soul-winning leaders will meet De c ember 14-18 in Daytona Beach for a great North American Division Evangelism Council devoted to the role of public evangelism in reaping the harvest pro lucid by the Caring Church emphasis across our division. SEMINARS FOR EVANGELISTS Training Laity to Minister in Preparation for Public Meetings: Don Gray, Marge Gray Marketing Public Evangelism to the Sec- ular Mind: la( Colon How Demographics and Advertising Can Help Target the Audience: Kermit Netteburg, Bennie Moore Pox (aiming the Rise of the Remnant Church in Eschatology: Gerard Damsteegt Presenting the Law and the Gospel in Public Evangelism: Ivan Blazen Preparing Candidates for Baptism and Active Church Membership: lay Ga Himont Meeting the Dispensational Mind in Pre ,tinting Biblical Prophecies: S. Bacchi oc chi Making Effective Calls that Motivate People toward Decision: K.S. Wiggins SEMINARS FOR EVANGELISTS' SPOUSES Developing a Support System for Bin 'rant Families: Marie Spangler Meeting the Special Needs of Children who Travel. Darla Struntz. Ted Strunlz Equipping Laity as Support Staff for Public Meetings: Patrick Vincent Coordinating a Child Evangelism Minis try with Public Meetings: Ida Faber The Evangelist's Spouse as a Role Model for New Members: Lois Scales Using Personal Soul-winning Skills in Public Evangelism: Rosalie H. Lett Integrating Health Evangelism into Pub lic Evangelism: Gwen Foster Developing a Musical Program to Sup- port Public Preaching: Bernie Paulson ( mole Paulson SEMINARS FOR ADMINISTRATORS Developing I city Support for Public vangelism in the Conference: Cyril Miller Improving Working Relationships be ',wen Pastors and Evangelists: lohe Rhodes Impact Evangelism as an Alternative Ii hurch Growth Evangelism: Ken Cox Meeting the Unique Scheduling and Financial Needs of Evangelists: Lee Allen Developing and Training Future Public Evangelists: lint Cress Capitalizing on our Greatest Opportu• pity-Developing Outreach Ministries to iispanir s: Manuel Vasquez Encouraging Pastors to Lead their Mini hers in Evangelism: T.A. McNealey Church Growth and Evangelism: A Mar- riage to Support our Mission: Don lacobsen Interested lay members may also attend Ihe Council. Additional information con erning the Evangelism Council can be obtained by writing your conference min. tsterial secretary or: Evangelism Council. P .1 Box b1.'- I mcoln, NE 6850b. ABC BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Potomac Conference Nov. 9: Warrenton-A&P mall entrance, 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m.; Culpeper-lot behind 702 S. Main, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Orange, 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.; Char- lottesville, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; Nov. 10: Lynchburg, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Danville, 5 p.m.-8 p.m.; Nov. 11: South Boston, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Farmville, 5 p.m.- p.m.; Nov. 16: Buena Vista, noon-2 p.m.; Roanoke, 5 p.m.-8 p.m.; Nov. 17: Galax, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Richlands, 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.; Tazewell, 7:30 mm.-8:30 p.m.; Nov. 18: Wytheville, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 14 � VISITOR, November 1,1986 EVERGREEN FORESTRY needs Christian tree planters starting from November on in southeast United States; Lake states, Idaho, April on. Travel and mobile living required. Must be in excellent shape. Hard work with good pay. 4850 Wood- land Drive, Sandpoint, ID 38364. (1215) HEAD NURSE: Kettering Medical Cen- ter's Sycamore site is currently seeking an individual with a bachelor's degree plus two or more years' critical care experience (preferably emergency room). Previous charge background. ACLS cer- tification preferred. Please call collect or forward resume to Gloria Hovanic, Kettering Medical Center, Kettering, OH 45429; (513) 296-7863. (111) PRINTING PROFESSIONALS needed at a growing printing company in Berrien Springs, Michigan. For more details, call toll-free 800-BERRIEN (outside Michi- gan); (800) 446-5858 (in Michigan). (111) ALTERNATIVE nursing home in Manas- sas, VA. Live with Adventist family in lovely home. Home-cooked meals influ- enced by health message. Husband RN. Personal attention, care and assistance as needed. Accepting three reservations now. Available starting in December. Write or call Patricia Whitman, 9552 Birmingham Dr., Manassas, VA 22111; (703) 361-6206. (1115) A DELICIOUS WAY to support a child's education . . . healthful, natural dried fruits and nut packs. Help us become self-supporting while you help yourself to beautiful holiday gift-paks. For price list, write: Los Banos Seventh-day Ad- ventist Elementary School, 404 Over- land, Los Banos, CA 93635. (11) COUPLES OR SINGLES: If you have no other family to care for you but don't need a nursing home. An alternative to a nursing home, be part of our Christian family and enjoy country living. For further information, contact Fred Lowry, 4811 Leonardsburg Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; (614) 524-1691. 1111) UNIQUE LOG HOME FOR SALE on 1.2 acres in Roanoke, Virginia, valley. (Barn and more land available.) Beautiful, cozy, one level, three or four bedrooms; two baths; large living room; stone fire- place; country kitchen; family room; dining room; utility room. Screened porch, breath-taking view. Central heat. Beautifully landscaped flowers, fruit and shade trees, creek and small fishing lake. Country setting, just minutes to churches, schools, shopping, hospitals. Quiet and peaceful. $69,950. (703) 384-6092. (111) AGAPE MISSION LIBRARY is being in- undated with overseas requests for Bibles and all Adventist literature, and in par- ticular there is a great need for large-print Bibles. Please mail these materials to: Gus Foster, Agape Mission Library, 455 Orlando Ave., Akron, OH 44320. (1111 X-RAY TECH AND RNS: Memorial Hos- pital has openings for a radiological technologist and RNs. We are in a rural area with an eight-grade school and church adjacent to the hospital. Think of the possibilities! Please write or call Richard Smith, Personnel, Memorial Hospital, Manchester, KY 40962; (606) 598-5104.(111) SECRETARY: Wanted by Association of Adventist Forums. General office and computer work, self-motivated with good communication skills. Hours could be adjusted to fit child's school schedule. Located in Sligo church offices. Call (301) 270-0423 and leave name and telephone number. 0 11) ALGO DECORATORS: The quality build- ing improvement people. Dry-wall instal- lation and repairs. Painting specialists, interior and exterior. Plastering and wall- papering. Owned and operated by Ad- ventist member, licensed, bonded and insured. 905 Huston Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912; (301) 589-7128. (121) RECORD PRODUCER who sang with the Heritage Singers for nine years and has produced six award-winning albums in gospel music is looking for 10 Ad- ventist singers to put a variety record together to sell nationwide on a gospel label. If you can sing, don't miss this opportunity. Call Jim McDonald, J.D. Productions, (714) 794-6508. (1115) WANTED: Responsible, mature woman, able to assume full-time domestic work for large family with small children. Job description: Assuming all home clean- ing including washing, assisting with children in their care and watch, and occasional assistance or total prepara- tion of meals. Possibility of live-in situ- ation. Submit references to P.O. Box 5827, Derwood, MD 20855. Attention: Mrs. Andrawos; (301) 670-0409. Re- quest only serious and dedicated to respond. (1115) HOUSES, lots, acreage, business and recreation properties for sale in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Just two hours from Washington, D.C. Near Adventist churches, schools and academy. For information, call Jerry or Doris Swanson, ERA New Market Realty, collect at (703) 740-8686. (121) NURSES NEEDED in critical care, medi- cal, surgical, ortho and other specialties to staff 1,071-bed Florida Hospital in Orlando. Phone Judy Bond, Employ- ment, at (800) 327-1914 outside of Flor- ida or (305) 897-1998 collect for Florida residents. (115) IF YOU WANT THE FINEST QUALITY nuts, dried fruits and grains available, ours are natural and unsulphured. Other fine vegetarian products and formulas available. Adventist owned. Write or phone for more information. Royal Laboratories, Inc., 465 Production St., San Marcos, CA 92069. Toll free in California (800) 742-7040; nationwide (800) 824-4160. (121) NEW FORDS-CARS & TRUCKS: All series-buy at greatly reduced prices. Cars and light-duty trucks (up to 11,000 GVW). Call Connie Sefchek, repre- senting one of the largest Ford dealers, (301) 285-0200. (411 NATIVITY VIDEO: The National Nativ- ity Drama performed live worldwide is now a professional video. This epic production glues children to the tube with something worth watching-the pageantry of kings. The sweetness of the Christ child. The splendor of angels visit- ing night shepherds. Live horses, camels and sheep. It's all available now on this money-back guarantee video-the Na- tional Nativity Drama. Send check for $29.95 plus $3.00 shipping and handling to David Brillhart Productions, 13119 Musicmaster Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20904. Or call (3011 890-7955. Group discounts available. Please specify for- mat. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivers I .' I COMPUTER COMPATIBLE 1_ - TRON IC TYPEWRITERS: Authorized Swintec dealer offers special discount to churches, schools and Visitor readers on Swintec high-performance, office- quality, computer-compatible electronic typewriters, daisy wheel printers, calcu- lators and supplies. Phone or write for product information and prices. Hissong Consultants, Box 527, Mount Vernon, OH 43050; (614) 397-7710. Visa/Mas- terCard. (121) REAL ESTATE NEEDS: Close to General Conference in Montgomery and Prince George's counties, Maryland. Will as- sist you to buy or sell your property and provide comprehensive real estate needs (market research, finance options, SDA schools, etc.). Call Sue Ranasinghe, Shannon & Luchs Realty, (301)681-8300 or residence (301) 384-9534. (121) HIGHEST PAY AVAILABLE for tree plant- ers! We are looking for a few exceptional workers to plant pine seedlings. Call us and compare! Carolina Forestry Corpo- ration, Box 29-D2, Yonges Island, SC 29494; (803) 889-6807. 1111) SUNSET CALENDAR Eastern Standard Time Nov. Nov. 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