Agenda :: Andrews University

Gloriana: Five Centuries of English Choral and Organ Music

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71971_tcocs_poster_021212.pdf

Healing Hurts of the Heart Seminar

There will be a Healing Hurts of the Heart Seminar on the weekend of February 17–18 at the Eau Claire SDA Church (6562 Naomi Road in Eau Claire). This seminar helps us deal with wounds of the past that continue to affect our lives today. The seminar deals with relationships with spouses, children, church family and friends. It is designed to give practical tools from a biblical perspective to bring healing to relationships. The cost is $12.50 per person. It will be presented by Dr. David and Beverly Sedlacek, who are professors at Andrews University and in charge of Into HIS Rest Ministries. For more information and to register, please call 269-409-1880 or email seminar@eauclairesda.com.

Friday, Feb. 17
6 p.m. – Potluck Dinner
7 p.m. – Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart

Saturday, Feb. 18
10 a.m. – The Cycle of Dysfunction and Sin
11 a.m. – Healing Broken Hearts and Wounded Spirits
12 p.m. – Fellowship Meal
1:30 p.m. – The Laws of the Mind
3 p.m. – Forgiveness
4:45 p.m. – Freedom through Dying to Self

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Filling Tax for FREE

Dates: February 8 and 16

March 1 and 7

April 5 and 11

Call 269-471-3632 to make an appointment

Attachments

2012_vita_poster.pdf

GYC: Great Lakes Conference

February 17–19, 2012
Andrews University Campus

Join Great Lakes for an inspiring youth conference here at Andrews University campus. GYC has been making headlines across the world with attendees from over 66 countries and all 50 US states. At GYC-GL, the need for revival on campus is sensed, while also seeking to provide students with the necessary training and equipping to make an impact in their world in this generation. Choose from 3 practical streams to receive hands-on training. Seminar topics include "Health Evangelism" and "Spirit-led Canvassing."

Theme: Rain Down – Joel 2:23

Speakers: Ty Gibson, Light Bearers Ministries; Nyse Collins, NyseLife Consultants Inc.; Kamil Metz, Director of Canvassing, Michigan Conference.

Schedule:

Friday, 7:30–9 p.m. (PMC Youth Chapel) – Ty Gibson

Sabbath School Panel, 9:30–10:50 a.m. (Meier Chapel) – GYC-GL Team
Sabbath Worship, 11 a.m. (Meier Chapel) – Ty Gibson
Lunch, 12:30–3 p.m.
Seminar 1, 3–3:50 p.m. (Buller Hall)
Seminar 2, 4–4:40 p.m. (Buller Hall)
Sabbath Evening, 5:30–7 p.m. (PMC Sanctuary) – Ty Gibson
Social, 7:15–10 p.m. (PMC Commons) – Nyse Collins

Sunday Prayer Meeting 8:30–9:30 a.m. (Newbold Auditorium, Buller Hall) – GYC-GL Team
Sunday Commitment Service, 10–11:30 a.m. (Newbold Auditorium, Buller Hall) – Ty Gibson

R.E.A.L. Radio is Unrolling!

Call into R.E.A.L. Radio with your praise, testimony, favorite scripture and/or conversion stories! This new internet radio program is dedication its first live episode on February 6 to your praise and thanksgiving to God. To pre-record your succinct testimonies, conversion stories or favorite texts, call 216-539-7325 to schedule a recording. Actual airdates may vary.

R.E.A.L. Radio's live call-in or listen-in number is 646-478-3298. Upcoming episode schedules are also at this number. Visit www.RelatingTools.com (click on "Radio") for livestreaming.

Koinonia Race Symposium

Black History Month Event!

Does race still matter in the era of an Obama presidency? What does it mean to be a Person of Color or White in the U.S? What is White Privilege? The Race Card? Is 11 O'clock during worship hour still the most segregated hour in America? Should African Americans forget about the past and move on?

Join us us for an interactive panel discussion about these topics and more.

Free and open to the public
Free children's program from 4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Saturday February 25th, 2012 3:30 - 6:00 P.M.

Harbor of Hope SDA Church, Benton Harbor (Corner of pipestone and Broadway - meeting at first Congregational Assembly church). harborofhope@gmail.com 269 849 9089

Spirit of Adoption Summit

Feb. 10-11
Featuring Keynote Speaker, Randy Bohlender
Grand Horizon Center, 1610 South Nappanee Street Elkhart, IN 46516

Through the process of their own family’s adoptions, Randy and his wife, Kelsey, learned about the joys and pitfalls of the adoption process. Desiring to make an impact and further the cause of adoption, the Bohlenders launched The Zoe Foundation and Hannah’s Dream Adoptions to help fund the cost of adoption, provide quality care for mothers who choose to offer their babies for adoption, and educate the church about the redemptive power of adoption. The Spirit of Adoption Summit is for those with a passion to understand and further the movement of adoption. Randy will share on the message of adoption ranging from the vision of why adoption is at the core of the Christian faith to the practical steps of how to adopt. Find more information and seminar registration at http://thezoefoundation.com. Click on EVENTS.

BSOTPD Citizen Police Academy

The Berrien Springs-Oronoko Twp. Police Department Citizen Police Academy has been established to continue to increase the positive relationships between our citizens and the department. The goal is to develop and enhance citizen awareness and understanding of the police role in our community. The Academy is primarily informational, some hands on activities will take place, but no testing will take place. Topics will cover some of what recruits get in the academy as well as what we do here to help protect and educate our community.

Who: The Academy is open for anyone living within Oronoko Township or the Village of Berrien Springs. You must be 21 or older and pass a routine background check and sign a waiver of liability. The Citizen Academy will need a minimum of twelve and maximum of 20 people to operate.
When: The Academy will run for seven Thursday nights from 6:30-8:30 starting March 8 and ending April 26 (no class on April 5).
Cost: FREE, just the investment of your time each week.
Where: The Oronoko Twp. Public Safety Bldg., 4411 E. Snow Rd
Topics: Dept. History and Organization, Volunteer Opportunities, Patrol Operations, Det. Bureau and Crime Scene Operations, Traffic accident investigations, OWI investigations, Traffic Enforcement, Use of Force, Domestic Violence investigations, Fire-arms use, Legal Issues and arrest procedures.

For more information, contact Deputy Chief Rick Smiedendorf at 269-471-2813 or at smiedendorf@bsopd.org.

Attachments

bsotpd_citizen_police_academy.docx

Adventist Retirees Potluck Dinner

Sunday, Feb. 12
1 p.m., Village Church Family Center

Adventist Retirees of Michiana invites every senior to hear Evelyn Cole Kissinger share how to feel younger with CHIP. Come to the potluck dinner at the Village Church Family Center at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12.

Dog & Cat Rabies Shot Clinic

There will be three clinic opportunities for dog or cat rabies shots:

Sunday, Feb. 12 from 1–3 p.m.
Watervliet Fire Department
217 North Pleasant St.
Watervliet, MI 49098
Doctor: Dr. Anderson

Sunday, Feb. 26 from 1–3 p.m.Lincoln Charter Township Fire Dept.
2130 West John Beers Rd.
Stevensville, MI 49127
Doctor: Dr. Anderson

Sunday, Feb. 26 from 1–3 p.m.
Berrien County Animal Control
9204 Huckleberry Rd.
Berrien Center, MI 49102
Doctor: Dr. Richards

Please pre-register by visiting www.berriencounty.org/AnimalControl/rabiesclinic. If you cannot register online, please call 269-471-7531. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Also, if you are willing to volunteer at a clinic, please call Sara Orpurt at 269-635-0618. At least 3 volunteers per clinic are needed for the staff.

Sign-up for the 2012 China Tour

There will be a China Tour during the summer from May 7 to May 24, 2012. The tour includes visiting Beijing, Xian, Tibet, Kunming, Guilin, Hangzhou, Huangshan and Shanghai. Contact Xiaoming Xu at xu.5253@hotmail.com or 269-471-3858 for more information.

Scrapbooking Together

Sunday, Feb. 19
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Pioneer Memorial Church

Pioneer Memorial Church Women's Ministry invites scrapbookers/cardmakers for an “all day” crop on Sunday, February 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gather your materials and come for the whole day or for a few hours. You provide your lunch, we will provide snacks and prizes. Because of the length of the crop, child care will not be provided. Reserve your place by emailing davis@pmchurch.org or calling 471.3134 and let us know you are coming.

National Marriage Week: February 7-14

For many people, a new year brings resolutions to improve different aspects of their lives. Striving to maintain better physical or financial health is a worthy goal, but what about improving the health of relationships? National Marriage Week is February 7–14, 2012.

There are two things you can do now to strengthen your relationship:

Attend the PMC Couples Agape Celebration at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012. Registration deadline is February 8, and you can register by calling Sherrie Davis at 269-471-3134. This event is for married couples of all ages and costs $20 per couple. It will be sponsored by the Family Life Committee.
During the week of February 7–14, couples can go to www.CoupleCheckup.com and take the Checkup for the discounted price of $19.95 (regularly $29.95).

Chocolate Extravaganza & Auction at Niles Adventist School

Sunday, Feb. 12
6:30, Niles Adventist School Gym

Niles Adventist School's "How Sweet It Is" Chocolate Extravaganza & 7th Annual Silent Auction will be on Sunday, Feb. 12 from 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. in the school gym (110 N. Fairview Ave. Niles, MI). This event will raise funds for school renovations. Come sample a variety of chocolates, enjoy the music and bid on your favorite items from businesses in the area. Popular items include memberships to local parks, pools and museums; oil changes; restaurant certificates; as well as some larger items.

Tickets will be $6 in advance or $8 at the door. Contact the school at 269-683-5444, or use the online order form at www.NilesAdventistSchool.org to reserve tickets.

Childcare for children up to grade 5 will be provided.

Holistic Stewardship Seminar

A Holistic Stewardship Seminar will be presented at the Buchanan SDA Church (3115 Niles-Buchanan Rd. Buchanan, MI) in four parts as follows:

January 28, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
February 4, 1:30–6 p.m.
February 5, 1:30–6 p.m.
February 11, 1:30 –6 p.m.

With the theme of "Beyond Budgeting–Reconnected and Restored in His Image", Richard M. White, CPA, will be presenting biblical financial principles, values, management skills, life skills and economic knowledge necessary to make effective financial decisions and plan for a prosperous financial future. The seminar series is free; however, advance registration is required. Call 269-471-7795 to register.

Hartford SDA Singles Valentine's Dinner

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012
6:30 p.m, The Asian Grille Buffet, 1650 Mall Drive, Benton Harbor

Pay only a $5.50 fee to get in, plus you pay for your meal and beverage to the restaurant itself. (will be about $10.00 for the buffet and beverage) $5.50 fee is due to P.O. Box 415 by February 10 or you can pay online at www.hartfordsda.org.

MUST RSVP to:
hartfordsdasingles@gmail.com
(with name and phone number)
Hartford SDA Church
Attn. Singles Ministry
P.O. Box 415
Hartford, MI 49057

Attachments

valentines_invitation2.pdf

Free Counseling Services

The Andrews Community Counseling Center (ACCC) has openings for a number of new clients. Graduate interns and practicum students provide FREE services and have training in counseling adults, adolescents and children.

Each counselor is supervised by a licensed, doctoral-level psychologist.

Types of referral issues accepted include (among others):

academic problems
behavioral problems
social skills problems
bullying problems (victims and perpetrators)
depression
anxiety
parent-child conflict
many others

Counselors work with children, teens, or adults; with individuals, couples or families. We even have a play therapy room to accommodate young clients. Therapy sessions are completely confidential.

To make an appointment or if you have any questions, please contact the ACCC at 269-471-6238. If the ACCC is closed, please leave a message (which is kept confidential) and someone will return your call as soon as possible.

Summer 2012 Great Controversy Tour

There will be a Summer Great Controversy Tour from June 22–July 5, 2012. Retrace the Adventist heritage in Europe from its roots in early Christianity, through the Dark Ages to the Reformation. For more information, contact GC Tours at 269-471-5172 or gctours@mac.com.

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2012gct.pdf

2012 Great Controversy Tour Open for Reservations

March 30–April 12

Dr. Gerard Damsteegt of Andrews University invites you along to see prophecies of Daniel and Revelation come alive! Visit Rome, Italy and Reformation sites in the Waldensian Valleys, Switzerland, Germany, France. It's a most exciting experience!

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2012gct.pdf

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Gloriana: Five Centuries of English Choral and Organ Music

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Healing Hurts of the Heart Seminar

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

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GYC: Great Lakes Conference

R.E.A.L. Radio is Unrolling!

Koinonia Race Symposium

Spirit of Adoption Summit

BSOTPD Citizen Police Academy

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Adventist Retirees Potluck Dinner

Dog & Cat Rabies Shot Clinic

Sign-up for the 2012 China Tour

Scrapbooking Together

National Marriage Week: February 7-14

Chocolate Extravaganza & Auction at Niles Adventist School

Holistic Stewardship Seminar

Hartford SDA Singles Valentine's Dinner

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Free Counseling Services

Summer 2012 Great Controversy Tour

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2012 Great Controversy Tour Open for Reservations

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