THE LOGOS “Connected:  the  year  of  the  Lord’s  favour”  

 

A Weekly Publication of the South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Editor: Joan Marie Scavella Sunsets: 7:38 p.m. |Volume 19, Number 34 | August 23, 2014

BAHAMAS ACADEMY CELEBRATES EXCELLENCE    

The school year, 2013 - 2014 brought some victorious moments for Bahamas Academy. Among them were the results for the Bahamas Junior Certificate (BJC) and the Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) external examinations. We celebrate our students’ performance in both examinations. The BJC results reflect the following top achievers: Ashton Alcime with 2A’s, 4B’s, and 1C. Noel Mark with 2A’s, 3B’s, and 2C’s; Joel Kemp with 4A’s, and 3C’s; and Breann Rahming with 5A’s. In the BGCSE category are Raven Hanna with 3A’s, 4B’s, and 1C; Catrea Conyers with 2A’s, 4B’s, and 1C; and Jevon Thomas with 2A’s, 2B’s and 3C’s. Many of our students leave Bahamas Academy with passes in eight or more BGCSE’s having had the opportunity to sit them in Grades 11 and 12. Special thanks to our dedicated teachers and parents for the discipline they have instilled in our students. The results were achieved from the long and arduous efforts of the home, school, and church. With the theme, “Reaching New Heights with Christ,” we stand on the threshold of a new school year. Our prayer is that all church members will partner with us in supporting the mission of training head, hands, and heart. There will be new hurdles to cross, but we are confident in the Master Teacher who is able to take us through each challenge and transform them into awesome opportunities for powerful witness.

We thank you for your contributions over the years and request your continued partnership. Pray constantly for the success of our school, because together we can achieve more. As our school reaches new heights with Christ in 2014-2015, you must be a part of the exciting journey. -Office of Education

POSITION AVAILABLE AT BAHAMAS ACADEMY    

Bahamas Academy of Seventh-day Adventists is looking for a hard-working, dedicated leader to serve as principal. Under the direct supervision of the Office of Education of the South Bahamas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, the principal will manage a team of talented teachers, administrators, and other support staff. MINIMUM CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: • Be an active member of the Seventh-day

Adventist Church. • A Master’s degree in educational leadership,

curriculum and instruction, or related fields from an accredited institution.

• A proven track-record of school leadership, having generated exceptional student outcomes, with at least two years of data documenting strong academic, personal, and interpersonal outcomes.

• A minimum of three years’ administrative experience, along with five years’ teaching experience.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Understands and is committed to the distinctive qualities of Seventh-day Adventist education.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the operations support the school’s philosophy and mission.

Bahamas Academy is a K2 - 12 school in its one hundredth and one year. Currently with an enrollment of 875 students, it is accredited by the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities. This is an exciting time for Bahamas Academy and a great opportunity for the right individual to make a difference in this Christian community. It is also an ideal opportunity for an instructional expert and collaborative school leader to lead a Seventh-day Adventist school toward continued excellence and possible expansion. Candidates may download the application form from the conference website at southbahamasconference.org and submit the completed application form along with copies of professional degrees and resume to THE CHAIRMAN, SEARCH COMMITTEE, 135 Tonique Williams-Darling Highway, Nassau, Bahamas or mail the completed application form, copies of professional degrees, and resume to THE CHAIRMAN, SEARCH COMMITTEE, P.O. BOX N-356, Nassau, Bahamas. The committee reserves the right to reject the application of any or all applicants. -Office of Education

PRAY FOR THE

NASSAU EXPERIENCE As we prepare for Mission To The City: The Nassau Experience, every member is encouraged to pray this prayer in the morning, noon, and night:

“Our Father, in the name of Jesus, please enlarge my opportunities and my influence so that I can touch more lives for your glory, in THE NASSAU EXPERIENCE. I am willing Lord to do exactly what you want me to do. In Jesus name, amen.” -Campaign Evangelist

COUNTDOWN TO

THE NASSAU EXPERIENCE

Take careful note of the following events as we countdown to the Nassau Experience: August 24th - Joint Prayer meeting at the Philadelphia Seventh-day Adventist Church (6:00 a.m.) August 27th - Joint Prayer Rally at the Grant’s Town Church (7:15 p.m.) August 30th - Health Expo & Health Challenge September 3rd - Prayer Rally/Dress Rehearsal at campaign site located at the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre (7:15 p.m.) September 5th - Gospel Concert September 6th - Opening Night & Bible School Graduation

Evangelistic meetings will be nightly until October 5th, with Mondays and Thursdays off. -Pastor Kenny Deveaux, Campaign Coordinator

BIBLE LESSONS All persons completing the Bible Lessons should submit them to the conference office by the end of August to have them marked and their certificates prepared. Remember that we are looking for at least 200 persons to graduate from the Bible Lesson Course on the opening night of the Nassau Experience. -Pastor Kenny Deveaux

TEN DAYS OF PRAYER -MISSION TO THE CITY-

The conference will engage in ten days of prayer before Mission to the City Tent Campaign begins. The launch date for our Ten Days of Prayer is August 27, 2014. We will start with a full fast. We will enter into another full fast on September 3, 2014. Kindly take note of the emphases for the ten days of prayer:

DATE PRAYER FOCUS August 27 Consecration of

Prayer Team August 28 Crusade Team,

Members, Finances August 29 Prospects

(visiting friends including those who are doing Bible Study Guides)

August 30 Evangelist Peter Joseph

August 31 The community around the tent

September 1 Favourable weather before and after the campaign

September 2 Transportation & Safety

September 3 Outpouring of the Holy Spirit

September 4 Unity of the believers

September 5 Unsaved family members

On September 6, we will have a great turn out of members and visitors. -Pastor Leonardo Rahming, Prayer Coordinator for The Nassau Experience Campaign CHOIR FOR THE NASSAU EXPERIENCE Calling all singing soldiers to join The Nassau Experience choir. Our first rehearsal begins on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at the Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church on Wellington Street. Everyone is invited to be a part of the dynamic 300-voice choir. -Mr. Nelson Bain, Choir Director

SABBATH SCHOOL NON-FORMAL EDUCATION TRAINING

Sabbath School Training classes continue this Sunday at 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Global Mission Centre of Influence (GMCI), former site of Bahamas Academy. All students with outstanding assignments must bring them up to date. Outstanding balances should be paid by the end of August 2014 so that the candidates for graduation can be confirmed. -Dr. Wilfred Adderley, SS&PM Director

GRAND WORK DAY AT BAHAMAS ACADEMY

We are appealing to all our church members to come out in large numbers on Sunday, August 24 to assist us in getting our school ready for the new school year. Teachers and staff have returned to work, but we need added support. Come prepared with your paintbrushes, rollers, lawn mowers, machetes, etc. because many hands make work light. We are counting on you! School reopens on Monday, September 1, 2014. -Office of Education

MEETING FOR ALL COMMUNITY

SERVICES LEADERS In preparation for Community Services exhibition and other matters, there will be an important meeting at the Old Bahamas Academy on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Please be on time. -Pastor Kent Price, Community Services Coordinator

SBC RETIREES' RETREAT All retirees who are members of the Adventist church are invited to attend a retreat that will be held in South Andros, October 10 - 12, 2014. The purpose of the retreat is to provide an opportunity for retirees to fellowship, relax, and be spiritually renewed in an accommodating environment. Interested retirees should contact one of the following persons for more details regarding the retreat: Pastors John Carey (324-0470), Neville Scavella (364-1460), Jeremiah Duncombe (369-1010). The deadline for retirees to confirm their decision to attend the retreat has been extended to August 30, 2014. - Dr. John Carey, President of SoBCRA.

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SERIES Is there a challenge with diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, cancer, or other issues? Then join the Healthy Lifestyle team at the New Providence Seventh-day Adventist Church on Soldier Road every Wednesday in August from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Bring a friend and learn how to reverse that health challenge. -Dr. Alvira Higgs, Health Ministries Leader.

ADVENTIST BOOK CENTRE The Adventist Book Centre (ABC) will be hosting a back to school sale on the 28th and 29th of August 2014. Also the ABC has a surplus of Sabbath School supplies. Churches are encouraged to contact us while supplies last. -Mrs. Cherry Blackmore, Manager

LIVING FAITH TEA PARTY The Living Faith Seventh-day Adventist Church will host a Tea Party on Sunday, August 31 at 3:30 p.m. in the church's fellowship hall. Contact Sister Vesta Williams or Sister Edna Ijeoma for details. -Sister Vesta Williams, Women’s Ministries Leader

ATCU PRAYER INITIATIVE (PUSH) The prayer focus of our union for August 10 - 16 is on love manifested toward neighbour. Love your neighbor as yourself. -Pastor Peter Joseph, Prayer Coordinator

NOTE OF THANKS Special thanks to the Atlantic Caribbean Union, the South Bahamas Conference, pastors, and the entire Adventist community for your

outpouring of prayers, love and contributions. Words cannot express how grateful I am for your kindness. May God bless you. Continue to pray for me during my illness. -Vernita Kelly HEALTH WEEKEND AT MARANATHA

A special invitation is extended to all members and former members to attend a special Health Ministries weekend at the Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Church. Topics to be presented are: Anger Management on Friday evening, August 29; How to Handle Bitterness on Sabbath morning, August 30 with Pastor Leonardo Rahming; and A Time for Healing on Saturday evening, August 30: A special singing guest will be a part of the weekend’s activities. -Pastor Leonardo Rahming, Maranatha

OFFICE OF EDUCATION NON-FORMAL EDUCATION COURSE

All outstanding worksheets should be submitted to the Director of Education by September 1. Graduation will be in October. Details will be sent to you soon. Your grades will be sent to you by September 5. No assignments will be collected after September 1, 2014. Do not allow an incomplete assignment to jeopardize your graduation. -Office of Education

YOUTH TIDBITS Note of Thanks

*The Youth Department is thankful to all churches and their leaders for participation in the summer programs of the Youth Department. *Camp Connected at BAMIVOCA City was a success. We also extend special thanks to all who assisted, the campers and their parents.

Winners! The Pathfinder BIBLE BOOM winners are Victoria Jean Jacques and Stefan Edwards of the Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church.

AYS Council Meeting AYS council will meet at the Hillview Seventh-day Adventist Church on Monday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m.

The Youth Calendar September 2014 - Pathfinder Band and Pathfinders preparation for Youth March Sept. 19-21 - World Pathfinder Weekend Sept. 20 - World Pathfinder Day Sept. 20 (p.m.) - Pathfinder Speech Contest Sept 21 - Master Guide Exhibition at Ft. Charlotte October 2014 - National Youth Month (March) -Pastor Kent Price, Youth Director

SUN SETS NEXT SABBATH AUGUST 30, 2014 AT 7:31 P.M.

Website: http://southbahamasconference.org

Have a Blessed and Wonderful Sabbath!