May 24, 1968 Number 4 Nevada, Iowa Volume 32 G. R. Nash God's ancient UTIOOK "The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me: be- cause He hath annointed Me to preach good tidings . . ." Isaiah 61:1. "Why Do You Gad About So Much?" BY G. R. NASH, Sabbath School Secretary, General Conference God represented Israel of old as being married to Him. He expressed sorrow when they left Him to con- sort with idola- trous nations about them. When they went to see other gods and to see other temples H e � reprovingly asked, "Why do you gad about so much to change your ways?" Jere- miah 2:36. The Amplified Bible. people were very prone to leave their own sacred altars of worship, and turn to the worship of Baal and Ashtaroth. Wayward- ness and wanderings of heart are the failings not only of the Israelites of old, but also of Israel of today. We, too, often forget God, and wan- der hither and thither, rather than abide in close fellowship with Him. There is a growing habit that needs to be brought to the attention of God's people. Many are thought- less in the wrong, others likely are careless. We refer to the increasing practice of leaving our own Sabbath School and church services to just visit in another city or church. When there is a reason for a visit, it is right and proper, but when it is just to "go places," it shows lack of loy- alty to our own Sabbath School and church. It is very pleasant at vaca- tion time, or on business trips, to make visits to other Sabbath Schools and churches, but if we are aim- lessly visiting, does not our text ap- ply—"Why do you gad about so much?" Many are on the road Sabbath morning for a visit to the next city, or a more distant Sabbath School or recreational area. This affects the regular attendance and records of the home Sabbath School. Our Sabbath School and church officers miss the absentees, and their help. Sometimes the example is not what it should be, for others begin the habit. Sabbath School comes only once in seven days, and when sev- eral are now and then away, it makes it difficult to conduct the Sabbath School and other religious services. Is it loyal to gad about when the membership of our Sabbath School is so far from what it ought to be? The Sabbath School needs you, and you need the Sabbath School. "Why do you gad about so much?" Let others wander on the high- ways, in the parks, and on moun- tains, who have no knowledge of God and who are not instructed as to their obligations to help in their home Sabbath School, and be helped by Christian fellowship and Bible study. In Testimonies, volume 3, page 189, we are told that there should be discipline and order in the Sab- bath Schools, and pupils are required to observe these regulations. It is also pointed out that greater care should be taken to learn the Scripture lessons than is taken in the day school. "Parents and children are to work in harmony with the superin- tendent and teachers." How then can we be loyal to our church, our Sabbath School, and to our obliga- tions to our children, and absent ourselves from our own Sabbath School where our names are written down? "Why do you gad about so much" when you are so badly need- ed in your own Sabbath School? Heavenly intelligences are watching the interest that you and I take in these divine services. In Testimonies, volume 6, page 359, the obligations of parents to their children in regard to Sabbath observance is pointed out, and also the danger of traveling unnecessarily on the Sabbath. Without doing vio- lence to our text, may we not expand it thus: Why do you gad about so much on Sabbath mornings when you are needed and wanted in your home Sabbath School and church service? Former students of Southwest- ern Union College or South- western Junior College who have not sent their current ad- dresses and other pertinent in- formation to the president of the college should do so soon. Those whose names and ad- dresses are on file will have opportunity to ballot by mail in the organization of an Alumni Association. t PLAN NOW TO ATTEND THE Northern Union Laymen's Congress! One of the more than 20 guest speakers will be J. E. Edwards, World leader General Conference Lay Activities Department Elder Edwards brings to us years of experience in Lay Activities and thrilling reports from Sev- enth-day Adventist laymen around the world. And much more! MINNEAPOLIS CONVENTION CENTER September 4-5-6-7 J. E. Edwards 2 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK 10:..IMIN•11.1141M.0•0•04M0114•111•11.1M1.004MPO War Clouds Ahead The international situation is de- teriorating. Wars and rumors of war are escalating. Consequently, many young men, Seventh-day Adventists included, will be called into military service. Designed to aid its young men, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has developed a training program that all prospective draftees would do well to consider. During June 4-16 several hundred young men, under the direction of competent and dedicated instructors, will par- ticipate in this training program at Grand Ledge, Michigan. At this camp the prospective draftee discovers the military prob- lems facing him upon induction and the best manner in which he, as a Seventh-day Adventist, can relate himself to such problems. The train- ing is thorough, demanding, and ex- citing. Above all, it pays rich divi- dends to the Adventist soldier when he finds himself far removed from church privileges and those of like faith. At the earliest opportunity each young man should contact his pastor or conference MV secretary for com- plete details and application blank for admittance at Camp Desmond Doss, Grand Ledge, Michigan. THEODORE CARCICH tiSPeo � of Bookt You've gotten accustomed to read- ing about books in our little column every month. So lest you become complacent about the whole thing, we'll shake you up a bit this month and not even mention a single book. Instead, we'd like to call your atten- tion to some of the excellent new records on the market, all produced by Chapel records and available at your Book and Bible House. To put you in the spirit of wor- ship, may we suggest the new al- bum, "The Heavens Are Telling," by the Loma Linda University Choir. This is one of the most atmospheric musical selections we've heard in a long time. One can almost feel the sacredness and spiritual communion of the church sanctuary while lis- tening to such songs as "Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts," "Remain With Us, 0 Peace of God," and "Brother James Air." The University Choir, directed by Patrick Hicks, is made up of students and faculty of the University, together with mem- bers of the University Church. Do you feel that contemporary music is just for the high school group? Think again. In an album entitled "Joyful," the current folk idiom is effectively combined with standard gospel music by Del Del- ker and the Wedgwood Trio. Both Miss Delker and the trio have achieved worldwide popularity in their musical presentations, and this new blend provides unique enjoy- ment in such selections as "Poor Wayfaring Stranger," and "This World Is Not My Home." Another delightful experience in harmony is provided by the King's Heralds latest release, "Wheel in a Wheel." This is a special collection of spirituals and American folk hymns which will already be famil- iar to many listeners. Songs such as "Standin' in the Need of Prayer," "Fill My Well," and "Ride the Chari- ot" are performed with a real old- time-campmeeting enthusiasm. For those quiet times, when you're in the mood to read, or just to think, you'll enjoy "For All My Sin," played by Norma Pursley Dasher on the vibraharp. Accompanied by Mike Mailey at the organ, Mrs. Dasher lends her talent to such relaxing selections as "Heart to Heart" and "Jesus, Take My Hand." For those of you with stereo tape players in either your car or your NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK Editorial Office 400 North Lilac Drive Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422 L. H. Netteburg � Editor Lorna McConchie �Assistant Editor Volume 32 May 24, 1968 Number Published weekly by the Northern Union Conference of Seventh-day Ad- ventists, 400 North Lilac Drive, Minne- apolis, Minnesota 55422, and printed at the Oak Park Press, Nevada, Iowa 50201, 50 issues a year. Entered as second class matter June 2, 1937, at the post office at Nevada, Iowa, 50201, under the act of March 3, 1879. Make all checks and money orders payable to the Northern Union Outlook. Subscription priee—$1.00 per year. Northern Union Conference Directory Office-400 North Lilac Drive Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422 Telephone-612-545-0471 President � J. L. Dittberner Sec.-Treas., Auditor � L. H. Netteburg Ed., MV.. Temp. Sec. � C. M. Willison H.M., S.S., Radio �P. F. Pedersen Pub. Dept. Sec. � Charles Barnes Transp. Agt. � L. H. Netteburg H.H.E.S. Manager �R. W. Belmont Field Secretary � L. W. Hallsted NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 3 Oak Park Academy Graduation Graduation services will be held on the Oak Park Academy Campus May 24 - 26, 1968. The services and speakers will be as follows: Consecration Service May 24 � 8:00 p.m. W. K. Mansker, Sioux Falls, South Dakota Baccalaureate May 25 11:00 a.m. George P. Stone, Union College Commencement May 26 10:00 a.m. F. E. J. Harder, Andrews University A cordial invitation is extended to you to attend these services. home, we'd like to mention that many of Chapel's excellent albums are also available in the 8-track stereo cartridges. Each cartridge has the equivalent of two regular LP albums, and costs $9.95. And speak- ing of cost, the regular Chapel al- bums are $4.50 for monaural and $5.00 for stereo. For Sabbathtime or anytime, these and many more outstanding albums are available for your musical pleas- ure. Next time you're at your Book and Bible House (to buy a book, of course), add a few of these records to your collection. And be sure to check the campmeeting specials which will be available on both books and records during the next couple of months. PAULA BECKER Assistant Book Editor Southern Publishing Association IOWA Conference of Seventh-day Adventists P. 0. Box 1475 (540 42nd Street) Des Moines, Iowa 50306 K. D. Johnson, President J. 0. McLeod, Secretary Make wills and legacies to Iowa Seventh-day Adventist Association Children's Division Leaders Needed at Camp Meeting Can you tell a story? Do you like to teach children? Do you play the piano? If you do any of the above, your help may be needed at camp meet- ing this year. Please write immediately to your Conference Sabbath School Secretary if you can be of help to the Chil- dren's Division leaders at camp meeting. F. J. KINSEY Hassenpflug at Camp Meeting Ben L. Hassenpflug, evangelist from the Southeastern California Conference, will be the keynote speaker at camp meeting. That's Fri- day, June 7, starting at 7:30 p.m. Elder Hassenpflug has agreed to minister to Iowa campers all the way through the camp meeting se- ries. He'll speak each of the two Sabbaths at 8:00 a.m. and on the other mornings he'll speak at 6:30 a.m. Yes, and he's agreed to speak Friday night, the 14th, and Satur- day night, the 15th. Elder Hassenpflug has conducted successful evangelistic meetings in many parts of the U.S. and he has served as a very successful evange- list in South Africa. Members in Muscatine will remember him, He led out in a series of evangelistic meetings in Muscatine about seven years ago. Pray for the success of the camp meeting. Every day will be packed with interesting features. K. D. JOHNSON Camp Meeting Lunch Counter A great change will greet you at camp meeting this year. The sandwich counter that has been in the Book and Bible House will be in the camp store. This will leave more room for spiritual "mind food" and will place the sandwich counter nearer the oth- er food supplies of the grocery. The store will handle the small cartons of milk and juice, ice cream cones, popsicles, and other taste treats that go well with a sandwich. Plan to eat some of your lunches at the new location. LEE ANDERSON F. J. KINSEY Camp Meeting Workshops Again this year there will be a daily, one-hour workshop for indi- viduals involved in the Children's Divisions of our Sabbath School. If you are a Sabbath School worker, please plan to come to camp meeting and attend every workshop period. There will be demonstrations of a great variety of felt craft, visual aids, and discussions on Christ-cen- tered teaching. Competent leaders will be present to answer any ques- tions that you may have. Come to camp meeting and learn better meth- ods of teaching and modern concepts of leadership. Mrs. Sharon Klatt of Des Moines will MC each workshop period. She will invite others to participate. Come prepared to share. F. J. KINSEY Camp Meeting Reservation Rules The following rules apply to camp meeting reservations: 1. Rooms in the boys dormitory will be available only when rented for the full time. (The demand is greater than the supply. We want as many elderly people to have use of these rooms as possible.) 2. Tents may not be pitched in the trailer area except upon payment of trailer rates. No water or elec- tricity available in private tent area. Foldaway trailers in tent area will be counted as tents. 3. Beds, etc. for family tents should be ordered in advance to facilitate placing of this equipment while help is available. K.1.1M.041•11.01.04M00.0•0•1101•100.•04=00.111•04.0.0 Telephone The number of the Nevada .1 campground telephone number will be 382-9039, area 'code i 515. Iowa Camp Meeting 4 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK Iowa Camp Meeting Accommodations Order Blank Nevada - June 6-15, 1968 For Name � Address � For Office Use Only Room Number � Tent Number � Receipt Number � Phone no. � Church � Number in Party � Please reserve the following accommodations and equipment for me at the Iowa Camp Meeting. List Cost For Office ORDER HERE � Here Use Only � Tent with floor and electricity � $12.00 � � Cots and pads � 1.50 � � Double Springs and Pads � 2.00 � � Tables � .50 � � Chairs � .25 � � *Room, beds for 2, Boys' Dormitory � 20.00 � � *Room, beds for 2, Girls' Dormitory � 18.00 � � Cot and Pad in Dorm Ward, full time 6.00 � � Cot and Pad in Dorm Ward, per night 1.00 � � Trailer Space � 5.00 � � Electricity for Trailer � 1.00 � � Water for Trailer � 1.00 � � Personal Tent Space � 2.00 � � Space for tape recorder � 2.00 � � TOTAL COST ENCLOSED � * If more than 2 beds are desired in dorm room, order cots extra. NOTE: No linen available for rent. �No PETS on grounds, please. No accommodations available for teenagers unless properly chaperoned. If your first choice should not be available, may we reserve other accom- modations? � Second Choice � Send order with � The Locating Committee your check to: �Iowa Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Box 1475, Des Moines, Iowa 50306 4. All accommodations not reserved and paid for in full will be avail- able on a first-come-first-served basis. 5. Accommodations reserved and paid for in full will be held for the use of the one making the reservation. 6. If for any reason a camper is unable to use his reservation he can receive a full refund if he notifies the locating committee of cancellation by Thursday, June 6. CAMP MEETING LOCATING COMMITTEE Faith for Today Praises Iowa Iowa church members will be in- terested in an excerpt from a letter received at the conference office from Faith for Today business man- ager, William R. Lawson. "Several weeks ago I wrote a gen- eral letter to board members, gen- eral, union and local conference presidents, and radio-TV secretaries, expressing our concern over another loss in our annual offering received during February of this year. . . "Pastor Fagal and the rest of us on the Faith for Today staff want to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the leadership and constituency of your field for the loyal support and the generosity that was exhibited in the 1968 an- nual offering received last February. If every conference had done as well as yours, it would not have been necessary to send out the letter which I did. . . "You probably have heard that we have had some rather serious losses in station outlets, and so our appeal now would not only be for sufficient funds to carry on the evangelistic program assigned to us, but to re- quest an interest in your prayers for an opportunity to release the pro- gram in many areas where it is not available. Our determination and desire is to assist each and every conference in their evangelistic pro- gram and to add our contribution to yours for the finishing of the work. "Thanks so much for the good reports from your field, and we earn- estly pray for the Lord's richest blessing on your soul-winning en- deavors this year." 0a4 Parh —4cadomy DEVELOPMENT NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 5 Nearly 20 students are able to sit at separate study tables in the new addition to the Oak Park Academy library. The counter and source book area behind the stu- dents adds to the convenience of study for our young people. In the remodeled area of the library there are new "stacks" to display source and reference bloks for ready use. The carpeted floor and sound-absorbing ceil- ing tile lend to a quiet atmosphere for study. The regular and faithful support of the Oak Pa rk Academy building fund by churches in Iowa has made many improvements possible in library and class rooms at Oak Park Academy. Are you and your church giving in a systematic way to the Improvement Fund? Let's all join together in bettering the facilities for giving a Christian education to the youth of Iowa. This Is The End In the ten-minute Mission period on June 1, Lay Activities Leaders will say, "This is the End" of the Signs Crusade." "This is the End" is one of the titles in the 1968 "Book of the Year Five Pack." As you know, this book also has been printed in serial form in the Signs. All true-thinking Seventh-day Ad- ventists know Bible prophecy is shouting in clarion tones, "This Is The End!" What should all this emphasis on "the end" mean to us? It may mean that there never will be another Signs Crusade. It could mean that souls will be lost because some church member failed to par- ticipate in the 1968 Crusade. You who are reading this, please consider the time in which you are living, consider the responsibility that has been placed upon you by Christ, and consider the joy that will be yours in having someone say to you in heaven, "I am here be- cause you sent me the Signs." If you have not yet sent in your full quota of subscriptions, Do It now! May 31 is the deadline date for your subscriptions to apply on the award your church may receive. The special price is in effect un- til after camp meeting, but subs re- ceived after May 31 will not apply toward the set of Testimonies which is the church award for 1968. F. J. KINSEY Camp Meeting Store Plans are laid to make the grocery store at camp meeting better than ever. Besides being stocked with a larger variety of food, you will be able to secure any item from the Nevada Super Market at their price, but a 10% profit will go into Dorcas funds. The store will open at noon Thursday, June 6, and is located in the Welfare Depot. Check-out service will be much faster, with two check-out counters provided and friendly, helpful check- ers there to serve you. If the item you want is not in the camp store, just leave your order for one-day service. The special convenience of ice and cold milk will again be provid- ed. Please show your appreciation for this service by making all your grocery purchases at the camp store. It will save you loading down your car with canned food when you come to camp meeting and, remem- ber, 10% of all you spend will be given to the State Health and Wel- fare Federation. MRS. DEETTA MATTHEIS State Federation President Earlham, Iowa, 50072 Michael Collins Award The following statement concern- ing Michael Collins of Nevada was issued when he was awarded the Bronze Star March 3, 1968, for serv- ice in Vietnam: "For heroism in connection with military operations against a hostile force: On this date, Specialist Col- Michael Collins 6 NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK lins was serving at the medical aid station at the Lai Khe base camp. At approximately 2255 hours, the camp was subjected to an intensive hostile mortar and rocket attack. During the attack, the 1st Infantry Division Officer's Club• received sev- eral direct hits causing the building to collapse, trapping many people in the rubble. After being alerted, Spe- cialist Collins immediately procured the necessary emergency medical supplies and proceeded to the site of the disaster. Disregarding the dan- ger of hostile rounds and the further collapse of the building, he unhesi- tatingly began clearing away rubble with his bare hands to free the trapped personnel. Working feverish- ly throughout the night, he admin- istered first aid in a professional manner and insured the prompt evacuation of the casualties. His courageous efforts contributed sig- nificantly to the saving of 17 friend- ly lives. Specialist Four Collins' out- standing display of aggressiveness, devotion to duty, and personal brav- ery is in keeping with the finest tra- ditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army." Pray for the young people who are serving in the military. Pray that they will be true to God and coun- try. "Mike" attended Oak Park Acad- emy. F. J. Kinsey should remember him very well. He taught him first aid. It looks as if first aid training might have been helpful. Waterloo Men's Club The Adventist Men's Club of the Waterloo church was officially or- ganized on April 6 with the pastor and Del Leavitt chosen as leader and secretary, respectively. Since that time several projects have been started and others are being planned by the men of the church. A jail band has been or- ganized under the direction of Ted Butler and Ray Hoover. These men are using the Gift Bible Plan with success in working with the inmates of the Blackhawk County Jail. Al- ready they have the names and ad- dresses of several men who want to continue on the gift-Bible program after their release from jail. Mrs. Thelma Branan, the Dorcas leader, was attacked by rocks thrown on her car as she drove under a viaduct in Waterloo. The young men who were apprehended by police for this crime are now enrolled in the Bible program by the jail band. Sis- ter Branan has forgiven the offend- ers and is now praying that they will come to know Jesus as their Saviour. The Adventist men are also tak- ing a Red Cross First Aid course taught by Mrs. Marilyn Butler. The men plan to form a disaster team and work with the Red Cross in case of disaster in the local area. Red Cross officials have indicated a de- sire to have just such a disaster team. MINNESOTA Conference of Seventh-day Adventists 1100 Ford Road at Highway 12 Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343 Arthur Kiesz, President H. W. Pritchard, Secretary Make wills and legacies to Minnesota Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists Will You Be There! R. R. Hegstad, editor of Liberty magazine, will be a guest at our camp meeting the first week end, June 21 to 23. His work takes him before state and C ongressional committees deal- ing with questions of religion and public schools, church taxation, and federal aid to church - sponsored schools. Recent Roland R. Hegstad travels took him from London to Moscow and from Spain to Scandinavia. He has inter- viewed some of the great leaders of churches in all parts of the world. His visit will be a highlight of our camp meeting. His messages of in- formation gathered on his most re- cent trips will keep you spellbound. Those who have heard him speak will make every effort to be on hand, I am confident. Won't you please plan to spend the eight days at camp meeting June 21 to 29! There are blessings in store for you! ARTHUR KIESZ, President Recent Conference Session Several weeks have passed since our Conference Session was held at Hutchinson. Inasmuch as most of our members could not attend, I shall present a brief report of the recommendations and actions taken. The major project for this year is the construction of a boys' dormitory. Help � Please WORK BEE North Star Camp June 2, 10:00 a.m. Dinner Will Be Furnished NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 7 The plans and specifications are now being drawn up and soon will be let out for bids on construction. Anyone qualified to build this type of structure is encouraged to place his bid. The building will be almost identical to the girls' dormitory. Money for construction must largely come from our field. The Stewardship Development Program should bring in a goodly amount each year. Tithe-extension funds as well as money received from estates will also be used. Our gratitude goes to the Northern Union Conference for their contribution of $40,000 to- wards this undertaking. However, it will still be necessary to borrow sev- eral hundred thousand dollars in or- der to pay for this project. At the present extensive repairs are being made on the old adminis- tration building. Parts of the front brick wall keep falling away. Last year a section had to be replaced. Now a large portion over the front entrance has fallen away and had to be rebuilt. The building is so old that the masonry walls are crum- bling, therefore it is almost impossi• ble to stabalize them. It has served its purpose and needs to be replaced. It appears that the constituents must also address themselves to the erec- tion of an administration building within the next few years. No doubt this must be the next major project after the boys' dormitory is complet- ed. It was requested that study be given to reducing the size of some districts. However, it was also point- ed out that if the districts are re- duced and more ministers are called, it will lessen our funds to do con- struction. The Conference Committee has studied this need and has voted that the following changes be made this summer. Maryland Avenue and Red Wing will comprise one district; Anoka, Stillwater, and Stacy anoth- er, and a new district will be made of the Cambridge, Princeton, Mora, and Rock Creek churches. Thus the Hinckley district will have only three churches instead of five. It was also recommended that the laity use every method of evange- lism useable in their areas, and that the Conference Committee give study to implementing telephone evangelism. The Committee has vot- ed to purchase two machines, one for city areas and one for rural areas. These will be rented to the churches for a small fee. The churches are to sponsor their own program. The constituency voted to recom- mend that young and old alike be encouraged to study the Spirit of Prophecy writings, giving special at- tention to the Conflict of the Ages series which now are available at the special price of $13.95. Reclaiming missing members is another project for 1968. Our Sab- bath Schools are to be organized to bring back every missing Sabbath School member. Many have already been reclaimed. If your church has not yet succeeded in this endeavor, please continue working until every missing member has been accounted for. Every church is to set as an ob- jective the recruitment of at least one literature evangelist. Many in our churches should engage in this type of evangelism. These resolutions will mean noth- ing unless carried out. Someone has said, "Resolutions are like crying ba- bies in church—they are no good unless they are carried out." The Conference Committee has addressed itself to the objectives rec- ommended and has taken appropri- ate action. Now we sincerely trust that our lay members will respond likewise. Please pray for the success of the program of the conference. ARTHUR RIESZ, President Elk River Campaign A series of fifteen evangelistic meetings was conducted at Elk River during the month of April. G. D. O'Brien, pastor of the Stevens Ave- nue Church of Minneapolis, was the speaker, assisted by Vernon W. Em- merson, pastor of the Anoka District. The average attendance was about fifty. Of this number, about ten were not of our faith. Three expressed a desire to be baptized and several are taking Bible studies. Laymen from the Anoka and Stev- ens Avenue Churches gave their loy- al support and many expressed their appreciation for the spiritual bless- ings received. We trust that the in- fluence of this series of meetings will still bear much fruit. VERNON W. EMMERSON Pastor Anoka District Progress at Fairmont For several years there has been a small company of believers at Fair- mont. Two years ago this group, which then numbered only four, felt that plans should be made to con- struct a church building. Up to this time the Sabbath meetings had been held in homes of the members. Plans for a new church were laid and submitted to the Conference Committee. They looked with favor on the plans. The generous assist- ance of the Minnesota Conference as well as the General Conference has made it possible to construct a representative building. It was felt that providing a suit- able place of worship would greatly strengthen the work at Fairmont. This has now proven true. Since the completion of the building the at- tendance has quadrupled. On Sab- bath, May 4, a record attendance was set, with 15 Sabbath School members present plus five visitors, despite the fact that three members who regularly attend were absent. The members of the Fairmont company thank God for His gener- ous blessings being poured out upon them, and solicit the prayers of our people throughout the conference for the work there. LARUE CARLSON Fairmont Company Leader Maplewood Happenings Edward Kelly, Hutchinson, senior at Maplewood Academy, took first place at the Union College Science (Continued on page 10) Edward Kelly, senior at Maplewood Academy, with his science project. 8 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND THE 1968 IOWA CAMP MEETING June 7-15, 1968 OAK PARK ACADEMY, NEVADA, IOWA J. L. Dittberner P. F. Pedersen L. H. Netteburg C. M. Willison C. M. Barnes L. W. Hallsted NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 9 W. R. Beach Secretary, General Conference H. M. S. Richards Voice of Prophecy Speaker Voice of Prophecy Quartet Lai W. M. Starks � E. W. Tarr � P. William Dysinger, M.D. Stewardship and � Secretary � Assistant to the Dean Development Secretary � Public Relations Bureau � Loma Linda School General Conference � General Conference � of Public Health CHRIST-CENTERED PREACHING! THRILLING MUSIC! ENJOYABLE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP! "Go to the camp meeting, even though you have to make a sacrifice to do so. . . . Angels who are commissioned to minister to those who are heirs of salvation will accompany you. God will do great things for His people." � Testimonies, Vol. 6, p. 40 "It is required that we meet together and bear testimony to the truth. . . . It will pay, then, to improve the privileges within our reach, and. . .to assemble with those who fear God and speak for Him. . . . God will remember those who have met together and thought upon His name. . ." � Testimonies, Vol. 4, p. 107 10 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK Maplewood Academy Choraliers under the direction of Klaus Leukert. MAPLEWOOD HAPPENINGS (Continued from page 7) Fair on April 27. His project is the millikan oil drop experiment. Second place was given to Marcia Franklin, Northome, also a senior. Her project was the effects of x-ray on germi- nating radish seeds. Mark Johnson, Hutchinson junior, took third place. His project dealt with the effects of artificial sweetenings on white mice. Thus Union College gave Maplewood Academy the honors for first, sec- ond, and third place in their proj- ects. Maplewood has a strong depart- ment in physics, chemistry, and biol- ogy. This year's teachers were Oli Markusson, chairman of the Physics Department, Evan Swanson, Chem- istry, and Charles Turner, Biology. The Alumni and Maplewood Acad- emy students viewed the displays in main hall after the Saturday night program Alumni week end. * * * * * Maplewood Academy Choraliers under the direction of Klaus Leukert just returned from their last concert trip to the northern part of Minne- sota. They have traveled South Da kota, northern, northeastern, south- western, and the Twin City areas of Minnesota. Their messages of song in the various churches have been greatly appreciated. Under the able leadership of Mr. Leukert, I am con- fident we can look forward to an- other strong year in the music de- partment of Maplewood Academy. LYLE C. ANDERSON Principal Arrowhead Federation Meets The Health and Welfare Societies of the Arrowhead Federation met at Duluth on April 7 with President Beverly Wiedemann presiding. The Federation is comprised of societies from Blackberry, Duluth, Hibbing, Hinckley, International Falls, Isle, Mora, Moose Lake, and Virginia. Al- though no representatives attended from International Falls, a letter from their group was read by the Federation secretary, Mrs. Roberts, which contained a newspaper report of their welfare activities. It was an excellent report of the many projects undertaken by this small group of workers. It is inspiring to see what can be accomplished by a group of dedicated workers. A film entitled Half a Block Away was shown in which was depicted the various ways in which the church can help others through un- selfish interest and love, such as, personal visitation and assisting the elderly in their needs, visiting the lonely and the bereaved, and provid- ing certain needs of individuals and later assisting them with their spir- itual needs. This has proven an ef- fective method of evangelism. R. L. Kretz, Minnesota Conference Welfare director, informed the Fed- eration members on the subsidy on uniforms provided by the confer- ence. He encouraged them to take advantage of this subsidy by Sep- tember 4 as that is the last day of the offer. Mrs. Wiedemann presented each member with the booklet, Give Me A Vision. This booklet explains how one should focus on the individual by personal contact as did Jesus. This work can be begun in the Fed- eration Centers or in the homes of the people. If we are to see conver- sions, we should humble ourselves before God and be kind, courteous, tenderhearted and pitiful. Ruby Christensen, Conference Fed- eration President, presented an in- teresting parable. It revealed the general attitude that the majority of people have towards soul-winning work. Many excuses are given such as, "We don't have time," "We have Mr. and Mrs. John W. Jones NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 11 families and homes to take care of," or "It's the pastor's work." Making excuses for neglecting the Lord's work may help to excuse one from heaven. The harvest is plenteous, but the laborers are few. In his talk Elder Kretz mentioned the reasons why laymen hesitate to do personal missionary work. Many feel they are not qualified and are afraid they might not do it right. However, the Lord will help to over- come these fears. The greatest thrill comes by seeing souls yielding their hearts to Christ. Serious thought should be given to winning souls through the health and welfare work. It was encouraging to see ev- eryone present respond to Elder Kretz's appeal to work for more souls between this meeting and the next. The Virginia Society offered to be hostess for the fall meeting. MRS. LAVERN HOGLUND PR Secretary Arrowhead Federation We are happy to welcome these fine young folk to our field. I know they will be a real asset to our work- ing force as they have totally dedi- cated themselves to the Cause of God and to the finishing of the work. I ask our people to remember these folk in your prayers as they begin their important work of bringing our literature to the people. BEN TROUT, President Satisfaction in Stewardship We Seventh-day Adventists are well known as people who are gen- erous in our donations, and faithful in our tithes and other obligations to the church. We have long felt the need of giving to God—all we have is really His, only lent to us to use—and thereby increasing our world-wide denominational work. Paramount in importance is the fact that souls are perishing with- out knowing Christ. How empty are the riches of the world in compari- son with wealth stored in the Bank of Heaven! Some of our number are tempted to complain at the many calls for funds. They feel weighted down with North Dakota Camp Meeting Accommodations Order Blank June 14-22, 1968 Sheyenne River Academy Harvey, North Dakota NORTH DAKOTA Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Box 1491 Jamestown, North Dakota 58401 Ben Trout, President Reuben Beck, Secretary Make wills and legacies to North Dakota Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists Welcome We are happy to welcome to our field Mr. and Mrs. John W. Jones. They will be doing colporteur-pastor work in the Grand Forks area. Broth- er Jones is a graduate of Andrews University with a degree in Theology. He has spent three years in the col- porteur work and is looking forward to the time when he can give his full time to the ministry. Mrs. Jones is a graduate of Cedar Lake Academy and has attended Andrews University also. Name � Address � Kindly reserve the following accommodations for me at camp meeting: ( ) New Tent � ( ) Old Tent A bed without a mattress goes with each tent. No other equipment is furnished. Room as follows: With two twin beds � One twin bed � A double bunk bed � One double bed � Kindly Note: * We cannot guarantee to meet the exact specifications in each case, but will try as far as possible to give you what you desire. Prefer- ence will be given to orders received first. * Fire regulations prohibit cooking in the dormitories. * Rooms will not be rented to teenagers unaccompanied by parents. RATES: Rooms—$18.00 per room for the entire time $2.50 for an extra cot $2.50 per night — when available Tents—$10.00 new tent with bed, without mattress $ 7.50 old tent with bed, without mattress $ 1.50 per night for part-time $ 1.00 for a single mattress Trailers—For entire time—$6.00 with lights $4.00 without lights Part-time - � $1.00 per night An advance deposit of $5.00 should accompany your request for reserva- tions. Send ROOM reservations to: � Send TENT reservations to: C. W. Edwards � Reuben Beck Sheyenne River Academy �Box 1491 Harvey, North Dakota 58341 � Jamestown, North Dakota 58401 NORTH DAKOTA YOUTH IN ACTION The Jamestown MV Society is shown preparing packages for their "Oper- ation Cookie" project for young men serving their country overseas. M. D. Gordon, MV Secretary 12 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK the great demands of the work and the pledges they have made—and even complain of the "pressures" that caused them to empty their pockets. God is displeased with such an attitude. It is His pleasure to have us give cheerfully, not grudg- ingly or even of necessity. 2 Corin- thians 9:7. The law of heaven is one of un- selfish service for others, but Satan's kingdom is based on pride and self- serving. It is so easy to satisfy our supposed needs first, and then give what remains (if there happens to be anything) to God. Divine instruc- tion for us is to systematically set aside God's portion first. As we give a larger amount, we are entrusted with more benefits from His store- house. Our Christian growth can then tangibly be measured by faith- fulness in Stewardship. Much worry can be eliminated by trusting God daily for the necessi- ties of life. If we love and obey Him, being honest with Him, and using the abilities He has given us; He has promised to supply every need. Wor- ry causes much of the sickness prev- alent in the world, and this we can escape by trust in God. There is true satisfaction in partnership with God. . .every gift to supply the necessi- ties of our fellow beings, given or done with an eye to God's glory, will result in blessings to the giver. Those who are thus working are obeying a law of Heaven, and will receive the approval of God. The pleasure of doing good to others imparts a glow to the feelings which flashes through the nerves, quickens the circulation of the blood, and in- duces mental and physical health." Counsels on Stewardship, page 345. Yes, we Seventh-day Adventists have great responsibilities in fulfill- ing our Stewardship obligations; but we also are promised the blessing, and tremendous joy in feeling a part of God's great plan. The Spirit of love and gratitude to Jesus for His great gift to this world will prompt ever more generous giving, because our "channels" are wide open. I can picture our kind Saviour smiling with satisfaction as He sees us real- Governor Awards Adventist Layman for Meritorious Service A "Citation for Meritorious Serv- ice" Award was presented to Mrs. Erma Hanson Overby, prominent Seventh-day Adventist layman, by Governor William Guy of North Da- kota. The award was presented at the annual Banquet of the Gover- nor's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped held in Fargo, April 1. Mrs. Overby, member of the local Valley City, North Dakota, Church, is Sabbath school superintendent, church clerk and pianist, as well as busy homemaker for her family con- sisting of a school-teacher husband, and three adopted children. She is a former Union College student, a graduate of the Hinsdale School of Nursing, and received her B. S. De- gree from the University of Minne- sota. The award was based on her com- munity services as a volunteer, and in the nomination speech the follow- ing items were mentioned: 1. Active in establishing the Barnes County Association for Retarded Children, and instrumental in es- tablishing the Sheyenne Valley Handicapped Club in Valley City. 2. Stimulation, development, a n d complete support of the Mental Health program in Valley City and Barnes County. 3. Chairman of the Regional State- wide Planning Survey for Mental Health and Retardation in 1964. Erma relaxing at her piano in the liv frig room of her lovely home. ly grasping the divine spirit of giv- ing all to help speed His return. LEONARD S. HARBESON, Pastor Bismarck District Mrs. Overby, Public Health Nurse of Valley City, shows mixed emytions as she accepts the Certificate of Merit Award presented to her by Governor William Guy of North Dakota. NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK � 13 4. Served many yeaans as volunteer nurse at a summer camp near Val- ley City for about 80 mentally- retarded children and adults. 5. Active in counseling parents of the handicapped and working with the local U. S. Employment Serv- ice in order to prepare these youngsters for future employment. 6. Active in procuring and distribut- ing measles vaccine in coopera- tion with city health officers. 7. Initiated and promoted a group therapy unit to help rehabilitate patients discharged from the State Hospital in her community. 8. Participated in the establishment of a number of health-related in- structional units for the various volunteer departments in the city such as: Medical self-help train- ing course for the Fire Depart- ment; first-aid courses to Fire De- partment, Police Department and Civil Defense or related units. 9. Loyal to her church and gives generously of •her time to church work, even to working with her husband's help in the up-keep of the parish property. 10. Active in the promotion and edu- cation of county constituents to the importance of a mill levy for special education. Barnes County thus became the fourth county in the state to have a mill levy for special education. Just prior to the presentation of the award to Mrs. Overby, three tele- grams were read to the people in attendance, all congratulating a "truly outstanding person." These telegrams were from Vice President Hubert Humphrey, Senator Quentin Burdick, and Congressman Mark An- drews. Mrs. Overby is listed profession- ally in the Third Edition of the 1964- 65 publication of WHO'S WHO IN AMERICAN WOMEN. She is presi- dent of the Sheyenne Valley District of the North Dakota Nurses Asso- ciation, and has served as chairman of the Public Health Section of that group and serves as advisor to the Student Nurses Association of North Dakota. She served with the Nurses Corp Army Reserves from 1957 to 1962 and attained the rank of Cap- tain. She is Chairman of the Valley City Mayor's Committee on Employ- ment of the Handicapped, and has served on the Governor's Committee on Employment of the Handicapped for three years. Erma, as she is affectionately called by everyone, is respected and loved by the members of her com- munity. As a Seventh-day Adventist she exemplifies the spirit of Christ as she serves the needy and handi- capped. D. G. ALBERTSEN, Secretary Public Relations Department SOUTH DAKOTA Conference of Seventh-day Adventists 217 North Grand Pierre, South Dakota 57501 F. W. Bieber, President M. L. Hale, Secretary Make wills and legacies to South Dakota Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists Newsnotes * Paul Kemper reports good at- tendance at the evangelistic services he is holding in Lemmon with E. L. Calkins. Nineteen non-SDA's were in attendance at a recent service. * Radio station KISD, Sioux Falls, named Tom Robinson the pastor of the week for May 5. Approximately a month ago W. K. Mansker was given the same honor. On both oc- casions flowers were sent to the church by the radio station. * A note from C. A. Lindquist, at the VA Hospital in Hot Springs, in- forms us that he is progressing nice- ly. He mentioned the Signs Of The Times and said, "The people are ex- pressing appreciation for its con- tents here at the hospital." * The South Dakota Conference Committee met in the Pierre office on May 9. James Parmele, Aberdeen district pastor, and Milton Hagele, member of the Bowdle Church, were welcomed as new members of the committee. * Elder and Mrs. Harry Gray, par- ents of James Gray, have been visit- ing in Pierre. They are on their way to Tehran, Iran, Where they will visit their son, Harold Gray, Iran Mission President. Pierre Sends Old Glasses To Help Haitians See The Pierre Church has sent about 400 pair of used glasses to Dr. Rey- nold F. Swanson, originator of the "Glasses for Haiti Project," accord- ing to Mrs. F. W. Bieber, PR secre- tary. Mrs. Irma Mowry checking over old glasses to be sent to Haiti. P SOUTH DAKOTA CAMP MEETING ACCOMMODATIONS 1968 RESERVATION ORDER BLANK Name � Address � Date reservation is sent in � Kindly reserve the following for me: A room in the 4H building (rooms contain double bunks and can sleep from 20 to 28 people) 0 We are planning to share a room with Space in the 4H Dormitory (There will be large spaces in the dor- mitory that will be divided off by curtains similar to what has been done preidously in the Antique Car Building and Agriculture Build- ing.) Indicate space preference according to last year's chart) 0 Space in the Police Building 0 (Indicate space number preference according to last year's chart � Space wherever available 0 Tent space 0 Trailer 0 � (All trailers are to be parked in the spaces provided west of the Lutheran dining hall. This request is made by the Fair Grounds Management.) Indicate which of the following and the number of each you wish in your room: (All beds will be single beds. Please bring your bedding ac- cordingly.) Number of cots needed � Number of tables � Number of chairs Please reserve the above for me for the following dates• � (Give the date you expect to arrive and the date you will depart) Note: Due to the change of buildings and partitions over which we have no control, we cannot guarantee the exact location, space, or equipment you may desire, but we will make every effort to meet your wishes. Preference will be given in the order that reservation requests are received. Reservations will be held only until 7:00 p.m. on the day the reservation is to begin, unless we have been notified otherwise. Rates: Police Building space and 4H Dormitory space curtained off— $15.00 entire time or $2.00 a night. 4H Building room space— $20.00 entire time or $2.75 a night (cots included); table $1.00. Trailer space—$.75 a day. Tent space $.50 a day. (No deposits are necessary, but it is so much appreciated if you will let us know if for some reason you cannot take the space you have asked for and is being held for you.) Please send reservation blanks to: Elder M. L. Hale Box 520 Pierre, South Dakota 57501 KE A . . VLOICE L SUNDAY Invite Others to Listen 14 � NORTHERN UNION OUTLOOK The lenses will be measured and classified and the frames will be re- paired so they may be used by the doctor and his colleagues on their next visit to the island. To the peo- ple of Haiti, these glasses will mean clearer vision, and in some instanc- es, the ability to actually see once again, reported Mrs. Bieber. This PR project is highly recom- mended by Mrs. Bieber. She said that three stories have been used in the local Pierre newspaper and the two radio stations have given num- erous spot announcements. J. B. 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C. 20012 Northern Union Ministerial Interns Study at Andrews University BY J. L. DITTBERNER, President, Northern Union Conference During the past several years there has been a growing feeling that young men preparing for the ministry should have more formal training beyond the college level. Accordingly, Andrews University has expanded the offerings of the Theo- logical Seminary to offer the Bach- elor of Divinity degree to ministerial students. This requires two full years of class work beyond the regular col- lege degree. There are some who take only one year but most of the young men take the full two. This additional training gives op- portunity for more study in the var- ious fields directly related to the work of the minister. The practical side of the pastor's work in conduct- ing the activities of the church as well as the study of theological themes is part of the curriculum. There is also opportunity for actual field experience as the students are given leadership responsibilities in churches around the Berrien Springs area. During the summers, field schools of evangelism are conducted where the students are associated with an evangelist in public meet- ings. Another portion of the ministerial intern's training is his first year in the local conference during which he should be under the supervision of a pastor of experience to acquaint him still more with the responsibili- ties and opportunities of his high calling. Through the college, Theo- logical Seminary, and internship program, the church has provided excellent training for its ministry. Even with this good program these young ministers need very much the prayers, cooperation, patience, and help of every church member in making their work for the church meaningful and fruitful. Recently Elder Dittberner and two conference presidents visited the young ministerial students in the Theological Seminary, at Andrews University, who will soon be taking up their work in the Northern Union. Those in the picture are: Left to right, standing—Elder J. L. Dittberner, Myron Johnson, Elder Arthur Kiesz, Elder K D. Johnson, Del Andrus, Richard Ha- benicht, Mr. and Mrs. David Young; seated—Mrs. Myron Johnson and children, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Zollbrecht, Mr, and Mrs. Mike Deming, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Leach.