Indiana
B.I.K.E. (Bike Indiana Kilometer Excursion): Join this long weekend (June 5–8) of biking 50 to 70 miles a day in Putnam County, Ind. A highlight of this year's tour will be an opportunity to canoe down Sugar Creek. Sabbath is a layover day of rest and fellowship. Bring your own tent, etc., for overnight camping. All meals and a sag wagon (mobile snack shop) will be provided. Go to www.trcamp.org to download registration forms, or call the Indiana Conference youth department at 317-844-6201.
Family Life Seminar in Fort Wayne: Walter Wright, president of the Lake Union Conference, will present a family life seminar entitled "Traits of a Functional Family: Helping Your Family Grow Close" at the Fort Wayne Church, July 25–26. The first seminar is Fri. evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and continues Sabbath afternoon from 2:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m. Wright will also speak for the main worship hour. A fellowship lunch will be available for guests. For more information, call 260-745-1594.
Teen Canoe Trip is July 29 to Aug. 1. Canoe down one of the most scenic waterways in the world on the Current River in south-central Missouri. Activities will include cave explorations in and out of your canoe. All you need is a tent (unless you want to sleep under the stars!), a sleeping bag and a swimsuit. The rest is provided. Only $110 provides transportation from Timber Ridge Camp to the river, your food, canoe rental and camping fees for this very special four-day event. For registration information, call the youth department at the Indiana Conference office at 317-844-6201.
North Vernon Seventh-day Adventist Church Centennial: All former pastors, former members, friends and current members are invited to this 100-Year Centennial to be held Aug. 8–9. The church is located at 3105 N. Hwy. 7. If you have questions, contact Pastor Manuel Ojeda by cell phone: 812-603-8731 or e-mail: manuelojeda25@hotmail.com; or call Mary Ellen Perkins at 812-591-3805.
Lake Union
Offerings
June 7 Local Church Budget
June 14 Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries
June 21 Local Church Budget
June 28 Local Conference Advance
Thirteenth Sabbath Offering
June 28 Inter-American Division
Special Days
June 14 Women's Ministries Emphasis Day
North American Division
Amazing Facts & Weimar Institute Join Ministries. After two years of heartfelt prayer, study, discussion and observing the leading of the Lord, Amazing Facts and Weimar Institute voted on Apr. 6, 2008, to proceed with a bold, new joint venture. Their respective boards approved an agreement whereby the operations of Weimar Institute will be administered by Amazing Facts with a new board of directors providing direction to both ministries. It is our firm conviction that this cooperative venture will ultimately save resources while strengthening the primary ministries of evangelism, education and health. Both organizations are excited about this new synergistic opportunity for Christian mission. The new AF/WI board will soon proceed with selecting new key administration for the Weimar Institute. Many details remain to be worked out which will be announced at a later date. Please join us in prayer that this new association will be blessed of the Lord and be used to expand His kingdom by combining teaching, preaching and healing in accordance with His example."Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people" (Matt. 9:35). Watch for future announcements as plans unfold at www.AmazingFacts.org!
SEEDS 2008—Save the date! June 9–11: Pre-Conference; June 11–14: SEEDS 2008. To be held at the Theological Seminary building at Andrews University. Church Planting ... and more! Join the workforce to reach the 300 million people in the North American Division for God. For church members, pastors, conference church planting directors and coaches. Everyone is welcome! FREE Church Planters' Camp Meeting and Rally on Fri. night and Sabbath, June 13 and 14, will be a high day of inspiration, sharing, worship and praising God for what He is doing through you, with time to seek God's Holy Spirit for fresh power! All church planters and supporters of church planting are welcome! Conference Church Planting Directors and Coaches: nominal materials fee. For more information, call 800-255-7568, or visit www.nadei.org/article.php?id=90. Registration will be held at the Seminary building.
The Hope of Survivors will host a Hope & Healing Conference at the Holiday Inn Select, 3 Appletree Square, Bloomington, Minn., June 27–28. The purpose is to provide information and encouragement to those who have been abused by a pastor or spiritual leader. Advance registration is required. Please register online at www.TheHopeOfSurvivors.com/registration.asp. There will be a $40 per person non-refundable charge for meals (lunch and dinner) served on June 28.
Elder Care Ministry is a NEW program for seniors and caregivers coordinated by the North American Division Department of Adventist Community Services. This new ministry coordinates education and services related to aging, health, finance and social issues for seniors in the church and community. Attend training for this cutting-edge ministry at the Adventist Community Services Convention June 29–July 5, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information and to register, visit www.plusline.org, or call 1-800-732-7587.
