Communication Advisory for August 24-2013

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East Jamaica Conference

Communication 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

August 23, 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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Singles Convention to be held Aug 23-25, 2013

Elders and Pastors Family Fun day set forAug 25, 2013

Notices from Religious Liberty DepartmentNotices From the Spirit of Prophecy Department

Notices from the Education Department

Zone One Federation Day Aug 24, 2013

Notices from the Childrens Ministries Department

Notices from Womens Ministries DepartmentNotices from the Sabb. School/Pers. Ministries/Comm. Services Dept.

Schedule of Upcoming Conference Dates and Events

Update From The Communication Department

Schedule of Upcoming Conference Dates and Events

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(1) Singles Convention to begins this evening August 23-25, 2013

The East Jamaica Conference in collaboration with the Jamaica Union Conference of Seventh-

day-Adventists present, Singles Convention 2013 under the theme: Living your Dreams fromAugust 23 to 25. Join them on Friday August 23 at the Kencot Church for the Opening Service,

on Sabbath August 24 at the Karram Speid Auditorium, Merl Grove High School for the Sabbath

Service and on August 25 for a special power brunch at the Knustford Court Hotel. Come and be

inspired by Single Ministries National Director from North America- Andrea Hicks and Youth

Director from the Jamaica Union Conference- Pastor Michael Henry.

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Thats Singles Convention 2013. You cant afford to miss it!

(2) Elders and Pastors Family Fun Day Set forAugust 25, 2013

The East Jamaica Conference Elders' Association invites members of the church to bring their families

and make it a big family fun day on August 25, 2013 when elders, pastors and their families will have

a day of fun and relaxation with the family at the Mico University College Playground, 1a Marescaux

Road Kingston 5. Come join us in a game of cricket, football, netball, table games and ring games as

pastors, elders and church members interact in an atmosphere of love and fellowship. Make it a day

for the family. Assorted food items and snacks will be available on sale.

(3) Notices from the Religious Liberty Department

A Religious Liberty newsletter will be launched in the month of October. The purpose of this organ is

to inform members of what is happening locally and abroad as far as civil and religious rights are

concerned and of course the impact that certain changes may have on the Seventh-day Adventist

Church.

Also, please bear in mind that shortly after the first quarter of 2014, there will be a Jamaica Union

Conference Religious Liberty Day. This religious liberty rally will include all 5 conferences. The

proposed venue is the national arena. We will update you as time goes by.

(4) Notices from the Spirit of Prophecy Department

We continue to encourage each church to read our spirit of prophecy books in a systematic way as we

need to guard well the avenues of the soul against the evils of these last days that we see all aroundus.

On Sabbath October 5 will be Spirit of Prophecy Day. Please make this day a special one. It would be

a fine gesture to have a graduation service or handing out of certificates to recognize all those who are

reading the said book(s).

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(5) Notices from the Education Department

A. The East Jamaica Conference congratulates all our students in the EJC constituency, who

were successful in their recent CSEC Examinations. We are especially proud to highlight the

following top student achievers, who received distinctions, credits and passes in seven or

more subjects. They are: Aneisha Anderson (8), Kimelia Barrett (8), Analee Martin (9),Danielle McPherson (8), Chanecia Allen (8), Albert Walker (8), Abigail Williams (8),

Krishna Laird (7) and Susanna Porter (7). We congratulate you and pray that you will

endeavor to excel in your academic pursuits. Remember the Kings Way is always the best!

B. We continue to remind the public that our schools are now accepting students for the

2013/2014 School Term. For further information you may contact the Education Department

by dialing 924-1061-3. Please be reminded of our five schools: Kingsway High and Prep,

New Hope Prep, Hagley Park Prep, Woodford Prep and Miramar Prep that have each been

strategically placed across our constituency to serve you better. Do make the right choice in

giving your child a Christ centered Education.

C. The Education Department presents a career opportunity for an individual to become a Part

Time Teacher of Physical Education beginning September 2, 2013. Persons applying should

have the following qualifications: Teaching Diploma, preferably from GC Foster College

NCTVET Levels 1 and 2. A knowledge of Microsoft applications and use of multimedia is

an asset. Applications should to: The Principal of the Hagley Park Preparatory School.

Applications may also be sent [email protected].

(6) Notices from the Youth Ministries Department

Federation Day for Zone One (August 24, 2013)

1. The Youth Ministries Department of East Jamaica Conference presents Federation Day for ZoneOne which will be held on August 24, 2013 at the Arnold Road SDA Church. The speciallyinvited Guest Speaker will be Darren M urphy, Ministerial Graduate of Northern CaribbeanUniversity.

2. Please note that certificates will be issued to club members who completed the Tie & Dye and/orGlass Painting Honours at any of the Honours Days. This certificate and all honour

booklets must be included in notebooks (to be glued or stapled securely) when the notebooks aresubmitted for marking on Exam Day (in October). This will speed up the process as we will beable to quickly identify those who have already completed relevant honours as per the classrequirements.

3. Pathfinder and Adventurer Honours booklets are due on August 25, 2013. They will be collectedat Kencot Church between 12 noon and 3 pm. Please be reminded that club members will not beinvested unless they have satisfactorily completed class requirements which includehonours. Failure to submit honours booklets by the deadline is an indication that the club memberwill not be writing the class exam.

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(7) Notices from the Children's Ministries Department

1. VBS material is still available. Please collect same at the office. Certificates need to beordered in advance.

2. All CMDs whose children were not engaged in the Discipleship Training are asked to

conduct this in your churches. Your Pastors and Elders will assist you in the training. Kindlyask your Pastors to pick up your packages.3. Levels 2 & 3 Leaders Certification course will be done via Distance Training. All CMDs are

asked to pick up the package or access this on line. The final sessions will be held at GoldenAcres /EJC Board Room in November 2013.

4. CMDs, you are asked to encourage parents to a make use of the special KIDS in theKitchen forum to be held October 24-27, 2013 @ Holiday Inn Resort, Montego Bay. The

total contribution is $6,000. This includes return fare, seminar and presenters tokens. Lastdate for registration September 30, 2013.

5. International Childrens Week of Prayer- October 13-19, 2013. Please contact the office fordetails.

6. Adventist Childrens Day October 19, 20137. Coming soon!!

a. Jewels Botanical RetreatNovember

(8) Notices from the Women's Ministries Department

1. Counting Down! WMDs, do all you can to have at least one GEM representing your churchat the 4 day seminar October 24 -27, 2013. Call immediately and book their place.Adults/Mentors come for your Rest & Relaxation. Bring your friends and coworkers.

2. Levels 2 & 3 Leaders Certification course will be done via Distance Training. All WMDsare asked to pick up the package or access this on line. Then go through the material withyour team members. The final sessions will be held at Golden Acres /EJC Board Room inNovember.

3. Abuse Prevention Day in all churches Sabbath, August 31, 2013. You are asked to remind

the congregants of the reasons to ENDITNOW. A short one minute statement can be read

by the church clerk or a statement put in the bulletin.

4. Come rest awhile all hard working adults, male and female. Book now for a full package ofphysical rejuvenation from October 24 -27, 2013, at the Holiday Inn Resort. Credit cardpayments are accepted.

5. The report for January to June, as well as the activity sheet for July to December is beingsent via your Pastors. Note that activities like Moms in Touch, IMAP and GEMS areongoing. Kindly give it your attention. In addition you are asked to send your reports to theoffice.

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Parenting Tip-

( Tip #7: August 24, 2013)

Parents and adults, we beg you to listento us. Help us express our grouses. Thiswill help to nurture self-esteem and self-confidence in us. Remember, we loveyou.

(9) Notices from the Sabbath School / Personal Ministries / Community Services Department

Please be reminded/take note of the following:

1. East Jamaica Conference School of Evangelism:

A) Owing to some developments beyond our control, including the funeral service of a former

outstanding elder and lay preacher, Evangelist Errol Long, the EJC School of Evangelism

general class meeting scheduled for last Sunday, August 18 was postponed. The new date is

September 15 which will be The Big City Evangelism Summit in the EJC boardroom, 9am12:30 p.m. The main purpose is to intensify field preparation for campaign in the Big CityMission. Personal Ministries leaders, assistants & secretaries, lay preachers, Community

Services leaders, all students of the SOE and all other interests are especially invited.

PLEASE TAKE YOUR REFRESHMENT. The next general class meeting will be September

22, 2013.

2. Zones 1, 2 & 3 (Kingston & St. Andrew) Fun Brunch scheduled for August 11 on the EJC

Grounds has been rescheduled for Sunday, September 1, 2013 -tickets are available from yourCommunity Services leader. The final meeting for preparation is Tuesday, August 27 @ 5:30

p.m. All Community Services leaders are urged to attend and turn in the proceeds from ticket

sales, along with the names of two (2) needy children/students for back-to-school assistance.

State the nature of help needed. (PARTICIPATING CHURCHES ONLY)

3. Monthly Fasting & Prayer will still be convened @ Hope Gardens September 8, 2013, 6:30a.m - 9:30 a.m.

4. Sabbath, August 24, 2013, Operation Reclamationreclaiming our former members

5. The Ambassador 2013-2014 Sashing - Police Officers Club, September 8, 2013 @ 4:00 p.m-5-


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6. School of Evangelism ExaminationOctober 20, 20137. 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 preparationnow.

8. Grand Festival of the LaityHagley Park SDA Church, November 16 & 17, 2013 plan to bein attendance!

9. Belated birthday greetings to our seniors, born January to July, & happy birthday to our Augustcelebrants; wishing you good health and long life.

10. Hello Sabbath School friends!

Please be reminded that as at January 5, 2013, and by now all our Sabbath Schools should be on

the new or renewed programme:

6-8 members in each class

Interactive reading/learning strategy for the bible study/review

Vertical meditation for each unit member

Horizontal sharing of thoughts, etc.

EJC School of Evangelism (EJC SOE) 2013 Year III training sites are as follows:

Principle of Evangelism and Principle of Discipleship & Membership Retention are mandatory forstudents to be eligible for graduation. Registration fee is eight hundred dollars ($800.00). Registrationform is available on line.

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)

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Zone 1

Kings SDA ChurchNorth Street SDA ChurchKencot SDA ChurchStadium Community SDA Church

Harbour View SDA Church

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Hagley Park SDA ChurchWashington Gardens SDA ChurchHalf Way Tree SDA ChurchSandy Park SDA ChurchAndrews SDA ChurchGordon Town SDA Church

Zone 3

New Haven SDA ChurchConstant Spring SDA ChurchShortwood SDA ChurchMeadowvale SDA ChurchWoodford SDA Church

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Seaforth SDA Church Morant Bay SDA ChurchYallahs SDA ChurchPort Morant SDA Churches


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N.B. Sabbath School superintendents and Personal Ministriesleaders are reminded of the end of

quarter report which is due on the 10th of each month following the end of the quarter, (report

form & explanation sheets are available on line). Also, please be reminded of the weekly

evangelistic reports from your churches. (We are requesting your Small Groups updates).

(10) Special Events Happening in some of our Churches

A. True Purpose Ministries Heads to Regent Street SDA Church Sabbath August 24, 2013 forAY:

True Purpose Ministries is comprised of a group of dynamic young people, all passionate about helping

others to discover their divinely orchestrated purpose in life. Their message of Purpose is inspired from

Jeremiah 29:11-13, Proverbs 19:21, & Jeremiah 1:5 and seeks to promote the importance of each of us

seeking after God to find His specific plans and purposes for our respective lives.

This programme encourages youth and mature members of congregation to prayerfully ask God to show

us His Gifts and Talents so that we may use them to be a blessing and inspiration to others.

The programme format is musical in nature and usually features informative presentations from Pierre

Wright(founder),Denise Antoinette Simpson (co-founder). This week they will be journeying to the

Regent Street SDA Church and they invite you to journey with them as they seek to take you on a

spiritualjourney. Thats True Purpose Ministries at the Regent Street SDA Church on Sabbath afternoonat 4:30pm. You cant afford to miss it!

B. Andrews Memorial SDA Church to host its Annual Health & Wellness Series September 1 to

October 6, 2013:

The Andrews Memorial SDA Church will be hosting its annual Health & Wellness Series duringthe month of September. The series kicks off with the Good Samaritan Health Run on September1, 2013. Health presentations begin on September 8 and continue through to October 6, 2013. AHealth Fair will also take place on Sunday October 6, the final day of the series.

The Health Presentations in the series will be complemented by a charge by the Senior Pastor-Samuel Lewis. Presentations will be held on Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night at7:00p.m. Sabbath presentations are at 8:00a.m., 11:15a.m. and 5:00pm. Thats the AndrewsMemorial SDA Churchs annual Health &Wellness Series beginning on September 1. Youre ofcourse invited to attend. Plan and make it a date!

C. Stadium Community SDA Church Presents Communication Day 2013:

The Stadium Community SDA Church presents their Communication Day on Sabbath August 31,2013 beginning at 9:15am. Join them for a spirit-filled day of worship. Specially invited guestspeaker for the day is Brother Leon Ffrench- Information System Manager for the East JamaicaConference of Seventh-day Adventists. It will be a day of singing, fellowship and worship.

We urge you to invite your friends. A blessing awaits you!

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(11) Update from the Communication Department

Latest Pictures Uploaded to the EJC Website

The Communication Department invites you to view the recent pictorial of the Elder Errol Longs Thanksgiving

Service, New Haven SDAs Gospel Campaign and the Ambassadors Courtesy Call to the Ministry of Education.

To view pictures of the visitclick here.

(12) Schedule of Upcoming Conference Dates and Events

Dates -2013 Event Location

Aug 23-25 Singles ConventionKencot SDA Church (F), Karam

(Sa) Speid, Kuntsford Court (Su)

Aug 24 Zone One Youth Federation Day Arnold Road SDA Church Aug 25 Elders Association Fun day Mico University Aug 31 District Dialogue -Yallahs & Seaforth Sep 1 EJC Ambassadors' Sashing Sep 28 Vision One Million Baptism Day Everywhere Sep 29 Senior Citizen's Banquet Oct 1 - Nov 9 Forty Days of Prayer Begins For Success of Big City Campaign Oct 1 - 31 Ingathering Emphasis Month Nov 13 - 15 EJC School of Evangelism Institute 2013

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Adiese A. Jonas

Assist Director,

Communication

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East Jamaica ConferenceOf Seventh-day Adventists

74 Constant Spring Road P.O. Box 181 Kingston 10 Jamaica W.I.

Tel:(876) 924-1061-5, Fax: (876) 924-0263, E-Mail: [email protected]

Website: ejcsda.com

August 24, 2013

Publishing Department

To pastors, elders, publishing coordinators and members

Christian greetings!

Let me use this opportunity to join the family life, and youth departments in congratulating our youth

who have done well at the recently held CSEC and CAPE examinations.

Also, for those who did not do so well, please do not give up, but continue to try!

Let me also wish all of our students who are returning to school in September, academic success and

Gods richest blessings.

During this summer some our students who are studying at the University of the West Indies and

Northern Caribbean University are currently involved in the Summer Literature Evangelist (Student

Colporteur) Program.

They will be conducting a grand book display at the Singles Convention which will be held at the Karram

Speid Auditorium at Merle Grove on Saturday August 24 at 6: 45 p.m.

Please ensure that you procure that special book that you need for your home library. You will also be

assisting the students in raising their tuition for school in September.

There are other upcoming displays scheduled for Saturday nights and I am kindly asking for the support

of the members to patronize them as they visit your church to do so.

Currently, Pastor Dudley Hosin, Jamaica Union Conference Publishing Director, is attending a crucial

meeting in Miami. The purpose of this meeting is to re-organize the Publishing Work and to bring itback to its former glory. He is soliciting your prayers that God will intervene for the betterment of thePublishing Work in this region.

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Yours in Christ,

Pastor Owen ThomasDirector,Publishing Ministries, Religious Liberty and Spirit of Prophecy DepartmentsEast Jamaica Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

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