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During the previ-ous year we had, what many consider ‘most important’ issues being discussed and or implemented. Among them: 1) The Work-place Religious Freedom Act, S-677 and HR 1445. 2) California Workplace Re-ligious Freedom Act issues: Both of these Acts, and sim-ilar issues all across the nation are on the table and employers may sometimes even act on them and curtail employment or make things more difficult, just by hearing of it, if made into law or not. 3) The threat against being masters of our own conscience, seems to me one issue, which

we must know about and which I shall pres-ent today, even though it came out a few years back, but because of the European Major religion, influencing

what our leaders are doing is a fact, we must know about it. 4) As to finding work and a future for our young people especial-ly, things get more and more difficult. You may have to study things out and look for alter-natives, develop an in-terest in being self-em-ployed, for instance.

There are publications and books which can provide many ideas but it takes going to the library, finding them, reading them and get-ting an idea what choic-

es you have. One way is to find out what people will purchase for a small sum, that you can make, and sell. By all means learn how to pro-duce computer programs - for as long as the Internet may

still function, there you have the most contact options. You can explore doing mission work, ADRA, Maranatha, building churches around the world, etc. Learn languages - with two of you together try quizzing each other, like

topics in this issue• Celebration of Creation• Religious Liberty• Pastor’s Corner:New Year’s Resolution• Adventist WORLD• Health Message• Friendship Evangelism• Fresh & Nutritious• Animal Encounter• Fun, Family, Faith• Calendar of Events• From the Editor:What are Seventh-Day Adventists Doing?

C e l e -bration of Creation is part of the Advent i s t C h u r c h ’ s r e n e w e d emphas i s on promot-ing biblical

creation. Adventist world church leaders voted to re-affirm the Adventist funda-mental belief in a “literal, re-cent, six-day creation” they say is recorded in the Old Testament book of Genesis. Leaders are also currently in

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n Proverbs 4:7 the bible says, “Wisdom is the principal thing;

therefore get wisdom: and with all thy get-ting get understanding.” Here it is clear that the bibles counsel is that we aught to first and fore-most seek the virtue of WISDOM! Seeking the wisdom of God should be a priority in our lives. Solomon, when placed on the throne to lead Gods people asked God for the wisdom to lead his people with sound judgment and dis-cernment. God was so pleased with Solomon’s appeal that in addition to granting his request he gave him the bonus of wealth and honor. What does the virtue of wisdom do that it would cause God to react in such a positive manner? Wisdom we are told is founded in the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 9:10 reads, “The fear of

the LORD is the begin-ning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” By fearing God we are able to obtain wisdom! The question then becomes; how do I fear God? In case you’re think-ing that this is not of significant importance we need to examine the foundation of our faith. The Seventh-day Ad-ventist Church is found-ed upon the three angels message of Revelation 14. That message de-clares that we are to fear God and give glory to Him. Why, because the hour of His Judgment is come. As Adventists the need to fear (respect, re-vere, reverence) God is framed in the message of God judging the sin-cerity of our hearts. We need to live soberly and righteously in this pres-ent world realizing that we are in the presence of a loving God that de-sires that none of us be

lost but that all would be saved (2 Pet. 3:9). How can we live in such a way that we are gain-ing the benefits of His great love and assurance toward us, apprehend-ing the virtue of wis-dom (the fear of God) so that we can pros-per for His Kingdom cause? The answer is found in Psalms 90:12, “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” David helps us to understand that if we’re going to live up to the virtue of wisdom, we must be inclined to number our days. In other words, we must treat each day as though it were our last. To-morrow is promised to no one. It is of utmost importance that we live out each day with a so-ber mentality, that grace is only promised for today. We cannot store up enough to last us for tomorrow. When we

cherish life to its fullest and live out each day as though there were no tomorrow, how different our lives might be. Per-haps we would tell our spouses and our chil-dren how much we love them, perhaps we would reconcile our strained relationships, perhaps we would return our borrowed treasures, perhaps we would re-hearse our most prized memories, perhaps we would smile a bit deep-er, love a lot harder and give more abundantly … knowing that tomor-row may not come. As we face the new and upcoming years that lie just ahead, may the ap-peal of Psalms 90:12 res-onate in the core of our being, may it reside in the folds of our temper-ament, may its theme be true for each passing day. We are allotted not a year but a day to com-plete our dreams!

Pastor’s CornerNew Year’s Resolution

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A new Seventh-day Adventist school of medicine in Nigeria is the denomination’s first in Africa. The Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., School of Medicine and Babcock University Teaching Hospital was inaugurated in June 2012 during commencement services at church-owned Babcock University (BU) in Lagos, Nigeria. The launch of a medical school in Nigeria, while not an immediate fix, is “a clear start” toward a “health-care delivery system yet unrivaled in Africa,” said BU president James Ma-kinde. The School of Medicine operates out of Babcock University College of Health and Medical Sciences, which also includes Schools of Nursing and Public Health. Administrators say Schools of Pharmacy and Dentistry are on the horizon. The school is ac-credited to grant a Bachelor of Medi-cine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) degree, the first professional degree a medical student can earn studying at a university that follows the British model of post-secondary education. The 37 students currently enrolled in the M.B.B.S. program have been studying since January, when Bab-

cock University administrators first requested a public inauguration for the fledgling medical school. But at the time, the official launch was pre-vented by yet unmet accreditation re-quirements and unrest after the Nige-rian government lifted a gas subsidy, said Lisa Beardsley-Hardy, Education Department director for the Adventist world church. “We needed to verify that [accred-iting] conditions had been met. They have now been substantially met,” Beardsley-Hardy said. The infrastruc-ture for the medical school is now nearly complete, she added. Education Department officials worked closely with the world church’s Health Ministries Department to set benchmarks for the medical school. Health Ministries Department director Allan Handysides, who has supported medical mission work in

Africa for decades, echoed Beards-ley-Hardy’s endorsement. “I have seldom seen such remark-able progress in such short time at any of our other institutions. The team at Babcock has taken the suggestions and guidance given seriously, and the result is outstanding,” Handysides said. Chairing the proceedings was Iheanyichukwu Okoro, BU senior vice president and provost of the College of Health and Medical Sciences, where the School of Medicine resides. Conspicuous among the assembled guests, and honoring the assembly with words of commendation and a commitment to continued partnership, was Kabiyesi Oba Michael Olufemi Mojeed Sonuga, king of Ilishan, the one who donated the land on which

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o the bleak winter months get you down more than you think they should? Maybe you have season-al depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder

or SAD. Seasonal depression is a mood disorder that happens every year at the same time. A rare form of seasonal depression, known as “summer depression,” begins in late spring or early summer and ends in fall. But in general, seasonal affective disorder starts in fall or winter and ends in spring or early summer. What Causes Seasonal Affective Disorder? There are two seasonal patterns with SAD. One starts in the fall and continues through the winter, and the other starts in late spring or early summer. The fall-onset type of SAD, often referred to as “winter de-pression,” is better known and easier to recognize -- and we know more about it than we know about its counterpart. Hormones manufactured deep in the brain auto-matically trigger attitudinal changes at certain times of year. Experts believe that SAD is related to these hor-monal changes. One theory is that reduced sunlight during fall and winter leads to reduced production of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that has a soothing, calming effect. The result of there not being enough serotonin are feelings of depression along with symptoms of fatigue, carbohydrate craving, and weight gain. Because foods high in carbohydrates (chips, pret-

zels, cookies) boost serotonin, it is thought that they have a calming, soothing affect on the body and mind. SAD usually starts in young adulthood and is more common in females than in males. Some people with SAD experience very mild symptoms and feel out of sorts or irritable. Others have debilitating symptoms that interfere with relationships and productivity. Because the lack of enough daylight during winter-time is related to SAD, it is seldom found in countries within 30 degrees of the equator, where there is plenty of sunshine year round. What Are the Symptoms of SAD During Winter? People with SAD have many of the normal signs of depression, including: · Decreased levels of energy · Difficulty concen-trating · Fatigue · Increase in appe-tite · Increased desire to be alone · Increased need for sleep · Weight gain Solution · Get out into the daylight as much as you can. · Or use Light Ther-apy upon awakening in the morning. · Eat a healthy diet, raw fruits and veggies · Exercise · Plenty of water

Seasonal Depression

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friendship evangelism In 1937 the book “How to Win Friends and In-fluence People” written by Dale Carnegie be-came an overnight suc-cess. Eventually selling 15 mil-lion copies this book became the grandfather of all people-skills publications. What made this book so successful? The basic fundamental need of the human heart is to feel a sense of belong-ing. We define ourselves by our relationship with others. Without love we lack a sense of person-al identity. It is through the gift of friendship that we are able to achieve this very innate need for fellowship through relationships. Friendship Evangelism is the theme of this month’s news-letter. Friendship Evangelism is evangelism that seeks to establish friendships with non-believers as a basis for sharing the gospel. As a

church we ought to become ef-fective at friendship evangelism. Any given Sabbath Southgate Church may have various num-bers of guests that choose to visit our church for their worship ex-perience. Many of our guests may be searching to find God seeking to make a full commitment in following the Lord. What better place to practice Friendship Evan-

gelism than in the safe, warm, friendly confines of our own church envi-ronment.

The latest buzzword in Southgate is

M.O.G.A.M.A.F. Mogamaf is an

acronym for Meet Our Guest and Make a Friend. In Proverbs 18:24 the Bible says, “A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” Jesus was the master of Friendship Evangelism. Ministry of Healing p.143 says, “Christ method alone will bring true suc-cess. The Savior mingled with men as one who desired their good, He showed sympathy, ministered to their needs, won their confidence and bid them to follow Him.” If Jesus was a member of Southgate church He would undoubtedly MOGAMAF every week. Won’t you join the campaign and walk in the shadows of our Savior; the ultimate MOGAMAFFER!

Ingredients:1 cup kale1 large Gala apple (or other sweet apple), roughly chopped1 English cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped1 tbsp fresh lemon juice1 tsp fresh grated ginger

1/2 tbsp coconut oilMaple syrup, to taste (I used 1/2 tbsp or so)4-5 Ice cubesProtein powder, water (plain or coconut) optional

1. Place all ingredients except maple syrup and ice

into a high-speed blender and blend on high until very smooth. Blend in ice and maple syrup to taste.2. Guzzle.3. Feel amazing.

recipe taken fromwww.ohsheglows.com

Back on Track Green Monster (Banana Free) Yield: 3 cups

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the medical school now stands. Presenting the full endorsement of Nige-ria’s National Univer-sities Commission for BU’s new undertaking was Julius Okojie, ex-ecutive secretary of the commission. His affir-mation was illustrative of BU’s excellent relation-ship and close coopera-tion with its various pub-

lics, further indicated by greetings received from the chair of county local government Femi Ad-eniyi, the presence of the permanent secretary for the minister of labor and productivity Chief Wogu, as well as repre-sentatives of other state and private universities from around the Federal Republic of Nigeria and all across the African continent.

Chinese, read, write, and translate, and you can sell things to them, even better, you can present the gospel to them, like pastor Batchelor does.Learn to write good books and how you can produce them yourself. Learn how to plant a sustainable vegetable garden, so you can feed yourself and others. There is much pub-lished information on this topic of food. It is important today, and will be imperative in the near future, and for as long as we are free to live in our homes. Keep yourself in-formed on New World Order (NWO) issues be-cause that is where the rubber meets the road on numerous issues. Religious Liberty issues are a matter of prayer for you and all members, for we know that the Lord wants us to be one with Him in our individual lives and plead for His mercy and guidance among all these events we observe around the world today. Individual members are welcome to contact us if they have a matter of concern on this subject.

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Green Basilisk Lizard,By Evian Byrd

Green Basilisk Lizard,By Evian Byrd

The Green Basilisk Lizard lives in the tropical rain forests of Central America where they spend most of there time in the trees. But when danger is lurking

they have a special trick they use which is walking on water. Some people actually call these lizards the Jesus Christ

Lizard. Every time I think about this lizard it makes me think about how Jesus walked on water. And that’s why I like this lizard.

AT DEDICATION CEREMONY—Dr. Ben Carson, left, and his wife, Candy, at dedication cere-monies for The Benjamin S. Carson School of Medicine and Babcock University Teaching Hospital outside of Lagos, Nigeria.

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This year the Adventist Church will promote the biblical account of creation; how it impacts our world view and how it makes us distinctly Adventist. One of the many outcomes of this campaign is the exciting, new, and upcoming television and web series, “Animal Encounters”. With the great popularity of animal and nature programs, Adventists have recognized the lack of one important element ... a Creator God. “Animal Encounters” is about to change all of that by putting God back in creation in this wonderful new production series. In support of this movement, The Southgate Gospel will highlight a monthly animal encounter of its own. This year our animal “expert” is one of the younger members of our church, Evian Byrd. His enthusiasm for animals is elephantine! And his articles are sure to be informative. Enjoy!

This year the Adventist Church will promote the biblical account of creation; how it impacts our world view and how it makes us distinctly Adventist. One of the many outcomes of this campaign is the exciting, new, and upcoming television and web series, “Animal Encounters”. With the great popularity of animal and nature programs, Adventists have recognized the lack of one important element ... a Creator God. “Animal Encounters” is about to change all of that by putting God back in creation in this wonderful new production series. In support of this movement, The Southgate Gospel will highlight a monthly animal encounter of its own. This year our animal “expert” is one of the younger members of our church, Evian Byrd. His enthusiasm for animals is elephantine! And his articles are sure to be informative. Enjoy!

Animal Encounters! By Regina Davis-West

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fun, family, faith!

Using the word list below, fill in the blanks to complete the verses.

“_ _ _ _ _ _ _ is the man that walketh _ _ _ in

the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ , nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

But his _ _ _ _ _ _ _ is in the law of the _ _ _ _ ;

and in his law doth he meditate _ _ _ and _ _ _ _ _.” -Psalm 1:1-2

word list:not night blessed delight day sinners Lord

1. Who said, “I AM THAT I AM”? _________________ Exodus 3:14

2. What did God create on the first day? _________________ Genesis 1:3-5

3. Who built the ark? _________________ Genesis 6:13-14

4. How many sons did Noah have? _________________ Genesis 6:10

5. What were the names of Noah’s sons? _______________ _______________ _______________ Genesis 6:10

6. Who said, “... Am I my brothers keeper?” _________________ Genesis 4:9

lightShemMoses

sixGodthree

HamJosephNoah

JaphethCainSea

How much of the Bible do you know? Match the answers to the questions below.

word list:

Who are the people in the drawing?

_______________________ and ________________________.

Have fun and color in the picture!

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There is so much happening in the world of Adventism today. And to think ... four years ago I didn’t even know this church existed. But now that I have been enlightened, and with the use of computers, tablets, smart phones, and good old-fashioned books, I can’t get away from it. The amount of Adventist information is overflowing! So, with all of this powerful information, do we hear a personal call to action? Are we moved to preach a daily sermon as did Noah with the arc? Do we meditate and commune daily with

God for the purpose of reaching out to His people like Enoch? Do we believe the statement of Romans 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ...”? Do these actions describe you or someone you know? Or maybe you’re still wondering how could God possibly use you? In the coming months, we will discuss these thoughts and share inspiring testimonies as we actively pursue God’s call on our lives. Over the years, I have heard many stories of those who have answered the call. In 2010 I learned about N.A.P.S., founded by Dr. Anthony D. Paul. I also discovered Dr. Ben Carson, and am still inspired by these two

gentlemen today. In 2011 I learned about Maranatha and Sonlight Education. In 2012 I watched C.F.O. develop, and learned about A.M.E.N., the Loma Linda Street Medicine Outreach, Life+Health, dress reform, self-supported ministry, colporteuring, Amazing Discoveries, Vegan Paradice (an Adventist restaurant) and so much more! How exciting to see God’s people go to work! And when you investigate the humble beginnings of many of these ministries, they started with simple people, like you and me. This year we will be taking a closer look at some of these ministries. Hopefully they will inspire and motivate each and

every one of us to take up employment under the leadership of our King of Kings, and Lord of Lords. Even if it’s something simple like this month’s theme: Friendship Evangelism. What are Seventh-Day Adventists doing? From my perspective, we are doing a whole lot. The work both abroad and local is heart-warming. Young, old, rich, poor and of the various colors of the rainbow, Seventh-Day Adventists are doing amazing things; including the exceptional individuals of Southgate Church. I am so proud to be amongst this remnant people. Keep up the great work!

the process of clarifying the church’s doctrinal statement on creation. But beyond doctrine, church leaders say the study of origins reso-nates with the human need for belonging. “All of us need to know where we came from,” said Williams Costa Jr., Communica-tion director for the Ad-ventist world church. “God created us; we belong to Him.” More details on this exciting topic will be shared in future issues.

SouthgateJanuary Sabbath Service, Potluck, AY Convalescent Home Ministry: (All are welcome every 3rd Sabbath) St. Claire’s Nursing Center @ 3:30p 6248 66th Avenue and Saint Francis Senior Residence @ 4p 6254 66th Avenue. Prayer Meeting @ 7p Bible Study @ 7:30p (Branner Home) Sabbath Service, Potluck, AY Prayer Meeting @ 7pFebruary Bible Study @ 7:30p (Branner Home) Sabbath Service, Potluck, AY

Pathfinders: Organizational Meeting @ 10a NeighborhoodFoodbankMinistry @ 9a-11:30a (Donate or Volunteer) Prayer Meeting @ 7p Bible Study @ 7:30p (Branner Home) Sabbath Service, Potluck, AY Snow Trip (Pre-Registration Required) Prayer Meeting @ 7p Bible Study @ 7:30p (Branner Home) Sabbath Service, Potluck, AY Convalescent Home Ministry NeighborhoodFoodbankMinistry Prayer Meeting @ 7p

What are Seventh-Day Adventists Doing?source: news.adventist.org

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