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February 10, 2007
In this issueBroome’s CHIP dragon boat team
NASA targets new students
Adventist World issue
“Circle” tour resources NZ towns
6000 Pathfi nders enter Twelfth Gate
STUARTS POINT, NEW SOUTH WALES
Thirty Pathfi nders were baptised on Sabbath morning and afternoon dur-ing the fi rst ever South Pacifi c Di-vision (SPD) Pathfi nder Camporee.
The remaining 6000 entered through the Twelfth Gate into “heaven” on the fi nal evening—January 13—as part of the six-part drama, Threshold.
The drama, based on an original script written by Pastor Tony Knight, director of youth ministries for the Australian Union Conference, focused on both the heavenly realm as well as the earthly one, where fi ve children meet an angel sent to minister to them at a playground. Pathfi nders who
crossed the threshold on stage through the Twelfth Gate were greeted by “angels.”
Themed “The Twelfth Gate,” elements of the Pathfi nder Camporee was based around heaven. The Pathfi nder Campo-ree is an initiative of the South Pacifi c Di-vision’s Youth Ministries Department and took place from January 9 to 13, 2007, at the Seventh-day Adventist Convention Centre at Stuarts Point, New South Wales.
“I really enjoyed being with friends and meeting new people during the camporee,” says Melissa Alach, a Pathfi nder from New Zealand.
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Some 6000 Pathfi nders participated in the opening ceremony of the South Pacifi c Division Pathfi nder Camporee on January 9.
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Pathfi nders entered “heaven” the minute they entered the gates of the campground on the fi rst day of camporee, welcomed by a group of angels.
“This camporee is about making friends, breaking barriers, establishing communities and creating unity in this diverse world of the South Pacifi c region,” says Pastor Gil-bert Cangy, director of Adventist youth ministries in the SPD. “It has been an un-forgettable experience that will remain in the memory of all the campers for a long time to come.”
Over a period of two days, Pathfi nders participated in a variety of activities on the nearby beach, lake and bush areas. These included obstacle courses and games, con-structed largely onsite by volunteers and youth workers over a gruelling two-week period.
During the camporee, some Pathfi nd-ers also worked toward obtaining a special Twelfth Gate Honour intended to build friendships between Pathfi nders and in-troduce them to staff members. The hon-our involved a number of questions and a Bible study on the camporee theme of gates in the Bible.
A festival on Friday provided Pathfi nders with Harley-riding, jet-skiing, go-carting and mountain-biking experiences. They were also given opportunities to hand-make souvenirs through metal-, wood- and paper-stamping activities. Pathfi nd-ers were introduced to the various Pacifi c nations thanks to a cultural village that showcased most of the 14 nationalities at the camporee.
The 350 staff members at the campo-ree also received special assistance from a group of young people called TeenForce. TeenForce consisted of almost 80 young people just past the Pathfi nder age (16-18-year-olds) showing special leadership qualities and handpicked by their respec-tive conference youth departments.
“Their goal was to make camp a special event for everyone,” says Rose Smith, as-sociate director of TeenForce. “They were chosen from their application details to their conference and based on their dedication to the Pathfi nder ideal.”
The responsibilities of TeenForce mem-bers included helping with the activities and as ushers during the evening programs.
The main speaker for the evenings was Pastor Jose Rojas, director of volunteer ministries in the North American Divi-sion, who—during the closing ceremo-ny—urged Pathfi nders to “testify to eve-ryone what you have learned and seen at this camporee.”
“My favourite part of the camporee was attending the worship at night,” says Fern Napwatt of the Portoroki Pathfi nder Club in Vanuatu. “Pastor Rojas was funny and speaks straight to the point. I have learned more about Jesus and grown closer to Him at this camporee.”
Countries represented at the South Pacifi c Pathfi nder Camporee included Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and even a group
of Pathfi nders from New York, USA.The Pathfi nder Camporee attracted
interest from the media, with the local TV stations, NBN and Prime, featuring a story in their evening news programs.—Melody Tan
More news, photos and video clips from the Path-fi nder camporee may be found at the offi cial website <www.12thgate.org.au>.
Pathfi nders enter 12th Gate
Tim Cahill with one of the Socceroo’s younger fans at the Sydney farewell for the team.
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As a fi nale to the SPD camporee, participating Pathfi nder clubs were called
to enter through the Twelfth Gate.
Pastor Jose Rojas, director of volunteer ministries for the North American Division, was the featured speaker at the camporee.
Camporee participants were challenged by a series of obstacle courses.
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INVERCARGILL, NEW ZEALAND
The eight cyclists who will ride the length of New Zealand to address issues of “at-risk” behaviours among young people in small, rural commu-
nities (see “‘Circle of courage’ heads to NZ,” News, January 20) will be leaving behind a range of practical resources that have been produced specially for this “Circle of cour-age” New Zealand cycle tour.
Reading materials, information packs, radio spots and newspaper articles are some of the resources that will be made available to towns visited by the “Circle of courage” cyclists.
The “Circle of courage” cycle tour in New Zealand will kick off from “where the journey begins” in Bluff on the South Island on February 11 and conclude at the lighthouse of Cape Reinga four weeks later. It has been organised by Adventist health in the New Zealand Pacifi c Union Confer-ence (NZPUC).
“We recognise that there are communi-ties who may not have adequate resources to engage young people in their towns,” says Jonathan Duffy, director of Advent-ist health for the South Pacifi c Division. “These resources will equip them to do so and address ‘at-risk’ behaviours among their teenagers.”
Among the resources produced is a set of guidebooks called Quest. A community youth-challenge project, it provides adults in the community an opportunity to engage the young people in a meaningful way and encourage them to realise their potential. Consisting of a mentor’s guide, coordina-tor’s guide, team guide and a journal for the young people involved in the project, it has been written by Lanelle Cobbin, cur-riculum specialist of Adventist education for the NZPUC.
Further resources for mentoring have also been developed by the Adventist Develop-ment and Relief Agency (ADRA) through a series called “B Somebody 2 Someone.” And 52 sixty-second radio spots, newspaper articles and bulletin announcements (one for each week of the year), have also been produced as resources for towns interested in adopting the “Circle of courage” philoso-phy. Written by Christine Miles, a member of the Papatoetoe church, these provide stories and information on how to impact and infl uence young people.
“I would love to see people throughout the community relate to another child out-side of their immediate family on a regular basis,” says Mrs Miles. “I also hope to be able to help adults encourage young peo-ple to actively take part in service, to assist them in seeing what needs to be done in
the community, help them to provide the service and therefore give them a reason for being.”
Towns requiring further assistance can also contact Adventist health in the NZPUC, who will help them with a town-mapping initiative. Communities will learn what aspects of the “Circle of courage” phi-losophy they are strong and weak at, and receive help to roll out projects to develop the four areas.
“We can make the difference in the lives within the local community in New Zea-land,” says Paul Rankin, tour coordinator and director of Adventist health for the NZPUC. “And there are resources available to help towns do so.”—Melody Tan
More @ www.circleofcourage.org.nz
“Circle of courage” resources NZ communities
The Quest guidebooks will help NZ communities follow through on the “Circle of courage” strategy.
Broome, WA, church mem-bers joined in with CHIP (Coro-nary Health Improvement Pro-gram) participants to form a CHIP dragon boat team for the annual Shinju Matsuri Festival in Broome.
◆ Team members ranged in age from 14 years old to mid-60s. —Wendy Cavilla
TV advertising for a free viewing of The Search videos will screen in the following regions: far north Queensland on Channel 7, Febru-ary 10-18; and rural north NSW on Prime, March 10-18.
Dr Limoni Manu was recently awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Religion at the Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies (AIIAS) in the Philippines. The title of his
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dissertation is: “Early Davidian Seventh-day Adventist Apocalyp-tic Eschatology Between 1929-1955: A Comparative, Historical, and Theological Investigation.” Dr Manu has now returned to the Theology Department at Pacifi c Adventist University, PNG.—Glenys Perry
The Newcastle Adventist Stu-dents Association (NASA) is target-ing newcomers to Newcastle Uni this year. NASA provides opportu-nities to strengthen their relation-ship with God and other students and off ers a wide range of services and activities, including fi nding suitable accommodation for new students, spiritual programs, social events and community-service projects.—Neil Redman
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Weddings.
Keath—Ishida. Brenton John Keath, son of Rodney and Lynette Keath (Alexan-dra, Vic), and Michiko Ishida, daughter of Teruo and Eiko Hanekawa (Japan), were married on 10.12.06 at Observatory Hill, Sydney, NSW. Garth Bainbridge
Landall—Chandler. Scott Leonard Lan-dall, son of Carl and Rosemary Landall (Nelson, NZ), and Kylie Louise Chandler, daughter of Glenda (NSW) and the late Greg Chandler, were married on 1.10.06 at Lovedale Chapel, Lovedale. Roger Henley
Mawer—Webster. Trevor Mawer, son of Keith Mawer and Carol Harvey (Devon-port, Tas), and Sharlene Webster, daugh-ter of David and Ruth Webster (Cooran-bong, NSW), were married on 28.12.06 at Avondale College, Cooranbong. Michael Robinson
McMurtry—Weekes. John Laurence Mc-Murtry, son of Pastor Laurie and Beth McMurtry (Alstonville, NSW), and Jes-sica Brooke Weekes, daughter of Brian and Annette Weekes (“Maidenvale,” Tinonee), were married on 28.12.06 in the Wingham Adventist church. Laurie McMurtry, Garth Bainbridge
ObituariesAikenhead, Robert Young, born 28.8.1912 at New Brunswick, Canada, of British parents; died 8.10.06 at Gayndah, Qld. On 2.9.32 he married Elsie Russell, who pre-deceased him in 1988. He was also prede-ceased by his daughter, Anita Aikenhead, in 1967; and his grandson, Calvin Lang, in 1980. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Ruth and Dave Stevenson (Brisbane), Alan and Cynthia (Gayndah), Marion and Doug Strathan (Brisbane), Barbara and John Lang (Cooranbong, NSW), Paul and Margaret (Gayndah,
Qld), and Rachel Sargent (Brisbane); his 15 grandchildren; his 23 great-grandchil-dren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Bob was very well known for his fine building skills and his dedication to his church. He was a man of honour who looked wistfully to heaven for that great Resurrection morning. John Lang
Burlace, Myra (nee Powell, nurtured by the Johansen family), born 22.2.1921 in Palmerston North, NZ; died suddenly 30.9.06 at home in Tauranga. She was predeceased by her husband, Les, in 2005. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Brian and Jackie, Kevin, Sharon and Clive Spencer; her six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was loving, kind and gentle, with a cheerful personality. She loved and lived for her Saviour. Kayle de Waal
Hayes, William Thomas (Billo), born 7.12.1916 in Wallsend, NSW; died 21.8.06 in Charles Harrison Memorial Home, Co-oranbong (formerly of Port Macquarie). He was predeceased by his newborn daughter in 1967; also his son, Lauri, in 1976. He is survived by his wife, Lola; his children and their spouses, Sandra and Andy Coburn, Bill and Kathleen, Vicki and Bob Maggs, David and Margaret, Stephen, Liz and Brian Phillips, Glenn, Shellee and Clau-dio Carrasco, and Chontelle; his 24 grand-children; and 18 great-grandchildren. Bill loved his God supremely and looked for-ward with excitement to the Resurrection morning. He was a treasured grandfather and a wonderful friend to many, but now the “Pacifi c Highway angel” sleeps until the call of his Saviour and Friend. He is sadly missed by his large family and all who knew him. Mark Roberts
AdvertisementsNote: Neither the editor, Signs Publishing Company, nor the Seventh-day Adventist Church is responsible for the quality of goods or services advertised. Publication does not indicate endorsement of a product or service. Advertisements approved by the editor will be inserted at the following rates: fi rst 30 words or less, $A49.50; each ad-ditional word, $A2.20. For your advertise-ment to appear, payment must be enclosed. Classified advertisements in Record are available to Seventh-day Adventist mem-bers, churches and institutions only. See masthead (page 2) for contact details.
20th anniversary celebration—Camden Haven church, NSW—February 24, 2007. All past ministers, church members and friends are invited to come along and spend this very special day with us. Lunch will be provided. Sabbath school 9.30 am; main service 11 am. Lunch will follow. For further information phone Christine 02) 6559 5654. Church address: 288 Ocean Drive, Laurieton (opposite the Christmas Cove Caravan Park).
Gosford church 10th anniversary celebra-tion day—February 24, 2007. All former members and ministers are warmly invited. Sabbath school 10.00 am; praise service 11.00 am, with fellowship lunch to follow.
Back to Penguin, Tas. Calling all ex-stu-dents and teachers of Penguin Advent-ist School (now North West Christian School). You are invited to our Reunion Day—July 7, 2007. Please register for our special event. Phone (03) 6437 2705; or email us at <[email protected]>.
James Morrison and Emma Pask will be performing on the CCAS grounds in Erina, NSW, on March 24, 2007. Tickets can be purchased from the CCAS on (02) 4367 7239 or Avondale Music on (02) 4977 1398.
Endless Praise seeking auditions for 2007! EP is now searching for talented young singers and musicians for 2007. The full-time interdenominational faith music ministry group, based out of Sydney, is now holding auditions. If you are passion-ate about mixing music and ministry for one or more years on a full-time basis, this may be what you are looking for. Contact Sandra at the EP offi ce on (02) 8783 7000; or email <[email protected]>.
Keep cool this summer— phone Denham de Silva and ask for an obligation free quote for your split system air-condition-ing needs. Competitive prices. Phone now and secure an installation date that suits you! 0402 156 858. R.E.C. 12454.
Small group to Africa—August 2007. Visiting game parks and hoping to see the Big Five up close, plus the Gorillas. Phone Ann at Timeout Tours, 1300 854 242; 0402 770 299; or email <[email protected]>.
Receive the Hope Channel and 3ABN. Com-plete satellite kit $265 + freight. Full instruc-tions for DIY installation. Installers avail-able. Australia only. Rural Electronics (02) 6361 3636; or <[email protected]>.
Endless Praise offi ce secretary. A position is available for a qualifi ed secretary aged between 25 and 35, from Mon–Fri, to look after the running and demands of our book-ings offi ce at Hoxton Park, Sydney, NSW. Computer knowledge and driver’s licence required. Please contact Sandra on (02) 8783 7000; or email <[email protected]>.
Data projectors, screens, DVDs VCRs, PA systems etc. Lower prices for SDA churches, schools etc. Australia only. Rural Electronics (02) 6361 3636; or <greenfi [email protected]>.
An invitation is extended to all interested persons to the 40th anniversary celebrations of the Malanda SDA church in Malanda, FNQ, to be held on March 31, 2007. Con-tact Nola (07) 4095 4384.
Electrician 4U— for all your electrical needs contact Bruce Petrie on 0418 333 175. Serv-icing Melbourne Eastern, South-Eastern, Outer Eastern and Yarra Valley areas.
FinallyGod often digs wells of joy
with spades of sorrow.
Positions vacantAssistant Academic Registrar—Avondale College (Cooranbong, NSW) is seeking an
Assistant Academic Registrar, commencing March 2007. The successful applicant will assist in the implementation and management of a new student management system, the administration of academic administration processes associated with the life of a student; and assist in the supervision of Academic Offi ce staff. For selection criteria and job description please visit <www.avondale.edu.au>. For further information contact Paul de Ville <[email protected]>; phone (02) 4980 2125. Applica-tions, addressing the selection criteria (including three referees) should be forwarded to Sonya Muhl at <[email protected]>; or Human Resources, Avondale College, PO Box 19, Cooranbong NSW 2265; by February 16, 2007.
Caretaker—Manly Holiday Flats (Manly, NSW). A vacancy exists for a short-term, live-in caretaker position commencing mid-February at the Woodburn Flats in Manly. This position with paid hours of work would suit an energetic retired cou-ple. For further information please contact Allan Butler on (02) 9847 3258; or email <[email protected]>. Applications in writing should be forwarded to Allan Butler, Property Manager, Seventh-day Adventist Church (SPD) Limited, Locked Bag 2014, Wahroonga NSW 2076. Applications close February 26, 2007.
Marketing and Public Relations Assistant—ADRA–Australia (Wahroonga, NSW). Key responsibilities of this full-time position include advertising, kids/youth re-source development, print production, website maintenance, special events, market research, creative and corporate writing and some travel. The successful applicant will have relevant academic qualifi cation in marketing, PR or communications, strong written and verbal communication competency and profi cient computer skills. Applications in writing (including résumé) should be forwarded to Cindy Cox, Human Resource Manager, ADRA–Australia, PO Box 129, Wahroonga NSW 2076; or email <[email protected]>, no later than February 18, 2007.
Secretary-Treasurer—Northern Australian Conference (Townsville, Qld) is inviting applications from suitably qualifi ed persons who refl ect the mission and philosophy of the Seventh-day Adventist Church to fi ll the position of Confer-ence Secretary-Treasurer. For further information email or phone (07) 4779 3988. Applications in writing should be forwarded to Pastor Dean Jackson, President, Northern Australian Conference, PO Box 51, Aitkenvale Qld 4814; email <[email protected]>, no later than February 28, 2007.
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Volunteers!Nurses, doctors, dentists, dental assist-ants, cooks, team leaders and health educators—Vanuatu. Pacific Yacht Ministries is now recruiting for 2007. Term: 2 weeks. Dates: July 6–20, Au-gust 3–17, September 7–21, October 5–19.
Seamstresses (2)—Cambodia for South-east Asia Union Mission— to teach sew-ing to women. Term: 3 weeks. Dates: Negotiable. Contact <[email protected]>. For more details: <www.onemission.org.au>.
Email:
<[email protected]> For more positions, check the web on
<www.adventistvolunteers.org>
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