Communication Advisory-125 for June 1-2013

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East Jamaica ConferenceCommunication Department

74 Constant Spring Road P.O. Box 181 Kingston 10 Jamaica W.I.Tel:(876) 924-1061-3, Fax (876) 924-0263. E-Mail: [email protected]

website: http://ejcsda.com

May 30, 2013

To All Pastors, Elders, Leaders and Church Members

Dear Brethren:

Sincere Christian greetings!

Please see important dates and events of the East Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists below.

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Health Ministries Department hosts 5K Health Run/Walk- June 2, 2013

New Haven SDA Church presents Taxi Operators Day- June 1, 2013

EJC Launches Alumni Association-East Jamaica Chapter- June 6, 2013

Notices from the Youth Ministries Department

Notices from the Womens Ministries Department

Notices From the Childrens Ministries Department

Overseas Job Opportunity

Notices from the Sabb. School, Personal Ministries Dept.

Update from Communication Department

Penwood SDA Church presents Dramatic Production

Schedule of Upcoming Conference Dates and Events

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(1) Health Ministries Department hosts 5K Health Run/Walk Event- June 2, 2013

Its that time of year again when the Health Ministries Department of East Jamaica Conference

prepares to stage the largest health event in the constituencyThe EJCs 5K Health Run/ Walk and

Childrens Fun Day Event!! Join us on Sunday June 2, 2013 at the Kencot SDA Church from6:00am as we begin our warm up exercises and then head straight into the walk and run. We will

also be staging Awards ceremony (after the Health Run) and our Childrens Fun Day follows closely

behind at mid-day.

NCU Media will be there to broadcast live from the event!! Registration Cost, Adults- $750,

Children- $250. Take your family and your friends and enjoy getting fit! To register online for the

eventclick here.

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(2) The New Haven SDA Church Presents Taxi Operators' Day - June 1, 2013

The New Haven SDA Church invites members of the church to join them on Sabbath June 1, 2013as they host 'Taxi Operators' Day' a time when taxi operators and drivers will be prayed for andrecognized for their important role in society. Special invited guests to this special day of worshipinclude Hon. Richard Azan, State Minister - Transport, Works and Housing and Pastor JermaineBailey of West Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventist.

The main message for the day will be presented by Pastor Adrian Cotterell, President-EJC. Seeflyer below for additional details.

(3) NCU Launches Alumni Association - East Jamaica Chapter - June 6, 2013

In keeping with the thrust to establish a closer link with our past students through AlumniAssociations, the Office of Alumni Relations, Northern Caribbean University, invites you to thelaunch of the NCU Alumni Association - East Jamaica Chapter to be held at the Knutsford CourtHotel, Chelsea Avenue/Ruthven Road, Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 6:30 PM (see poster).

Alumni and friends throughout East Jamaica are encouraged to join us and hear more about the

advancement of your university. This promises to be very informative and synergistic. We lookforward to your support.

Item submitted by Susan Long Gordon, Director Office of Alumni Relations, Northern Caribbean University, Mandeville, Manchester.

(4) Notices from the Youth Ministries Department

1. The Uniform Handbookfrom IAD is now available at the Conference. Its a must have as

the changes/new format will be mandatory for Pathfinder Festival in November. Cost is $500.00

per copy.

2. Summer Camp: The annual summer camp will be held from August 13-20, 2013 at Robins

Bay. Cost has been reduced to $6, 000 (includes a T-Shirt). Groups of five will enjoy a further

5% discount. Each church is being asked to send a delegate. Youth start planning to be there.

Last year was great but this year promises to be greater, more fun, fellowship and spiritual

nurture. Summer Camp is for everyone not just members. Registration closes on July 26, 2013.

Forms can be accessed from the EJC website. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE FORMS WILL BE

ACCEPTED!!!

4. Bible Boom: Keep promoting the Bible Boom and make plans to conduct your church and district

play offs scheduled for June and July respectively. For further details please see the Bible Boomflyer on the EJC website or contact the Bible Boom Coordinator, Angela Bernard at

[email protected]

(5) Notices from the Women's Ministries Department

1. Come mark the moments with our women as they pause for International Womens EmphasisDay on June 8, 2013 in all churches.

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2. You are invited to the I.M.A.P launch @ 4 p.m. on Sabbath, June 15, 2013 @ the North StreetSDA Church. Our speaker is Dr. Eric Nathan. All males will be treated to a special spousalHappy Hour Treat immediately after the charge. Invite your visitors along. WMDs &Fam/Life Directors are expected to be in attendance or a representative. It is anticipated that thisactivity will be celebrated at least annually in all churches, Kindly note that where Fathers Dayis being celebrated at that time that the WMD should either be in attendance or herrepresentative.

3. Retreat 2013 plans are in full gear. The office is now accepting deposits. Book early and save.Mentors your place is reserved. Fun loving adults who are not mentors, come for a full package

of physical rejuvenation from October 24 -27, 2013, at the Holiday Inn Resort. Invite your non

SDA friends. The office is now accepting payments. Book early and save.

4. Entry fees for the June 23, 2013, midyear retreat to Mahogany Beach Parkshould reach theoffice by June 10, 2013. This is to make proper arrangement for transportation.

Tip for Parents

Parents, Aunties and Uncles we love when you give us extra hugs andkisses and when you teach us Bible passages. One of them is My son if

sinners entice thee consent tho not. Remember, If we live with Christ

and His word, we will learn the value of abundant living and eternal life.

(6) Notices from the Children's Ministries Department

1. CMDswe implore you to bring the children out for 5K Childrens Walk and Childrens fun day. It isa big affair that no one should miss. This will be held June 2, 2013. Come join in the fun. A sumptuousbreakfast is provided. See application form and flyer for details.

2. All CMDs kindly note your duty to encourage all female spouses to be in attendance at the I.M.A.Plaunch @ 4 p.m. on Sabbath June 15, 2013 @ the North Street SDA Church. Our speaker is Dr. EricNathan. All male spouses in attendance at the launch will be treated to a special Happy Hourimmediately after Vesper with humorist Gerry. I.M.A.P is an initiative geared at women supportingeach other in heightening and enriching their spousal relationship. Kindly collect invitations forspecial seating. Bring your non SDA friends along.

3. All childrens ministries team members are invited to a day of relaxation on Sunday June 23, 2013 @the Mahogany Beach Park, Ocho Rios, St. Ann. Total cost Transportation $850.00 + Entry Fee$300.00. First 50 persons to book contribute entry fee only. Please take along your picnic baskets.

4. Kingston & St. Andrew, Child Preachers Training will be held on Sunday, June 30, 2013, from 9

a.m.12 noonat the EJC Board Room. The course outline is available at the office. Graduation will

be September 29, 2013.

5. St. Thomas, note that we now have four churches, Albion, Yallahs, Morant Bay and Prospect that have

submitted names for Child Preachers Training. If you are conducting training at your church, kindly

inform the office. Graduation is scheduled for September. Training for these churches will begin in

July 2013.

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6. CMDs you are invited to the I.M.A.P. launch @ 4 p.m. on Sabbath, June 15, 2013 @ the North StreetSDA Church. Our speaker is Dr. Eric Nathan. All males will be treated to a special spousal HappyHour Treat immediately after the charge. Invite your visitors along. All CMDs are expected to be inattendance or a representative. It is anticipated that this activity will be celebrated at least annually inall churches.

7. Entry fees for the June 23, 2013, midyear retreat to Mahogany Beach Parkshould reach the office by

June 10, 2013. This is to make arrangement for transportation.

(7) Overseas Job Opportunity- Adventist University Seeks Media Technology Specialist

Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU) is a Seventh-day Adventist institution located in

Orlando, FL offering more than 14 undergraduate and graduate degrees. ADU has 72 full time faculty,

142 staff members and 2,400 students. ADU is seeking to fill the position of Media Technology

Specialist. For more information about ADU visit: www.adu.edu.

Candidates are invited to apply who

1) Hold a Bachelor's Degree (preferred) in an Educational Technology related field with emphasis in

audio/visual equipment and possessing a Certified Technology Specialist or other A/V Industry

recognized certification and demonstrate work experience in higher education, specifically with

CODEC based Video Conferencing Systems; or

2) Hold a Associate's Degree or two years of completed college coursework in a related field or four

years work experience in audio visual and/or video conferencing field and

3) Are a U.S. citizen or hold a valid U.S. work permit.

*The candidate should be available to begin work Summer, 2013.

For additional information, contact Dan Lim, VP Educational Technology and Distance Learning,Adventist University of Health Sciences, 671 Winyah Drive, Orlando, FL 32803; [email protected];407-303-9473.

(8) Notices from the Sabb. School, Personal Ministries and Comm. Services Dept.

Please be reminded/take note of the following:

1. EJC School of Evangelism (EJC SOE) 2013 YearIII has been launched. See training sites below.

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Zone 1Kings SDA Church

North Street SDA ChurchKencot SDA Church

Stadium Community SDA Church

Harbour View SDA Church

Zone 2Hagley Park SDA Church

Washington Gardens SDA ChurchHalf Way Tree SDA Church

Sandy Park SDA ChurchAndrews SDA Church

Gordon Town SDA Church
http://www.adu.edu/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.adu.edu/


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The courses being offered are:

1. Certificate in Adventist Community Services(ACS390)2. Certificate in Bible School Evangelism (BSE 240)3. Diploma in Personal Bible Ministry & Discipleship (PBMB480)4. Certificate in Lay Evangelistic Preaching (LEP401)5. Certificate in Sabbath School Leadership (SSL350)6. Certificate in Small Group Evangelism (SGE400)

Principle of Evangelism and Principle of Discipleship & Membership Retention are mandatory for studentsto be eligible for graduation. Registration fee is eight hundred dollars ($800.00). Registration form isavailable on line.

1. Branch/Site coordinators and facilitators are urged to register all students no laterthan May 29, 2013 and to inform the office of your starting date for classes .

2. Next Sabbath School superintendents meeting (Zones 1 & 2), Sunday, June16, 2013 at theHeroes Circle SDA Church (tentatively)

3. All coaches for applicants to the Ambassador Programme 2013-2014 are encouraged to prepare theambassadors for the semi-final on June 30, 2013.

4. Big Family Fun Days - July 28, Morant Bay, St. Thomas & August 4, 2013, Kingston & St. Andrew5. SOE & Lay Workers Institute 2013, November 13-15, 2013 @ Golden Acresstudents of the

School of Evangelism (SOE) and delegates chosen for your churches should begin preparation now.

6. Grand Festival of the LaityHagley Park SDA Church, November 16 & 17, 2013plan to be inattendance! Please contact the office at 924-1061-5 for further details.

N.B. Sabbath School superintendents and Personal Ministries leaders are reminded of the end of quarterreport which is due on the 10th of each month following the end of the quarter, (report form & explanationsheets are available on line). Also, please be reminded of the weekly evangelistic reports from yourchurches. (We are requesting yourSmall Groups updates).

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Zone 3

New Haven SDA ChurchConstant Spring SDA Church

Shortwood SDA ChurchMeadow Vale SDA Church

Woodford SDA Church

Zone 4

Seaforth SDA ChurchMorant Bay SDA Church

Yallahs SDA ChurchPort Morant SDA Churches


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(9) Update from the Communication Department

NB. Please read in this week's Announcement in your church since we are receiving feedbackwhich suggests that many persons in our congregation are NOT AWARE of the Conferencewebsite.

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"The East Jamaica Conference Communication Department invites members of the church to visit

the Conference website at 'ejcsda.com' to receive the latest news, announcements and theweekly advisory from the Conference.

The website is kept up to date with important events and happenings in the Conference. We inviteyou to visit the site at least once per week to be kept abreast with the activities of the church.

That is the EJC website at ' ejcsda.com 'a place to visit, read and share. "

(10) Penwood Church presents Dramatic Production- June 1, 2013

The AY and Publishing Departments of the Penwood SDA Church presents the Dramatic Production, TrueLove Never Dies- Ackee and Saltfish Style on Saturday Night June 1, 2013 beginning at 7:30pm sharp atthe Penwood SDA Church. All are invited- proceeds in aid of the church library and their annual YouthRetreat. Contribution- Adults- $200, Children- $50. Take your friends and enjoy an evening of fellowship.

(11) Schedule of Upcoming Conference Dates and Events

Dates -2013 Event

LocationJune 2 5 K Health Run / Walk Kencot SDA Church

June 8 Women's Ministry Emphasis Day All Churches

June 15 Launch of I.M.A.P. North Street SDA Church

June 13 -16 Healthy Lifestyle Retreat Golden Acres, Golden Spring

June 22 District Dialogue Kencot

June 29 Vision One Million Baptismal Day All Churches

July 6 Day of Prayer and Fasting All Churches

July 27 District Dialogue -Golden Spring/Florence Hill

Aug 13 - 20 Summer Camp Robins Bay

5K Health Run/Walk

Womens Ministries Emphasis DayLaunch of I.M.A.PHealthy Lifestyle RetreatDistrict DialogueVision One MillionDay of Prayer and FastingDistrict Dialogue, Golden Spring/ Florence HillSummer Camp

Kencot SDA Church

All Churches

North Street S.D.A

Golden Acres

All Churches

All Churches

Robins Bay, St. Mary

Adiese A. JonasAssistant DirectorCommunication

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East Jamaica ConferenceOf Seventh-day Adventists74 Constant Spring Road P.O. Box 181 Kingston 10 Jamaica W.I.

Tel:(876) 924-1061-3, Fax: (876) 924-0263. E-Mail:[email protected]

Website: ejcsda.com

May 20, 2013

To: All Childrens Ministries Team Members

Re: Affirmation of Support for Convention 2013

Directors and team members, on behalf of President Adrian Cottterell, Pastor Devon Osbourne,Elder Waldon Wright and the EJC staff, I laud you all for the overwhelming support that you gaveto Convention 2013 that was held at the Hampton and Stadium Community Churches.

From the level of team work that you exhibited, we can conclude that your hearts must have beenthrilled as you witnessed the enthusiasm of the children as they rendered their items.

There is much to gain when we coalesce together. The bond of fellowship, mutual support,sacrificial contribution and creative exchange of ideas is priceless. It is going home time. Let us useevery hurdle we face to strengthen each other along the journey.

Again thanks for your contribution. We look forward to greater times ahead as we allow God tospeak to each of us individually.

Yours for Service,

Claudette Genas
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Communication Advisory-125 for June 1-2013