Indiana — Members, guests, and former attendees of the Greenwood Fellowship Adventist Church, located at 850 N. Bluff Road, Greenwood, Ind., met on Sabbath, May 22, 2004, for a special ceremony to celebrate the dedication of their facility. Guests included representatives from other congregations who also utilize the facility and neighbors who have embraced the church family.

The service began with a reading given in eight of the languages spoken by Greenwood attendees, symbolizing the church’s desire for unity in Christ. In his message, Gary Thurber, Indiana Conference president, commended the church for its four-acre wildflower display which is appreciated and enjoyed by the community. He challenged them to also cultivate the soil within the church family to receive the seeds that God wants to plant in the hearts of those within their reach.

Following a reading of the history of the Greenwood Fellowship by Lonnie Dorgan, special recognition was given to charter members, former and current pastors, and the representatives of other congregations. George Crumley, Indiana Conference treasurer, acknowledged payment of a promissory note in the amount of $201,840.43. Charter member Kathryn Murray received the promissory note from Crumley and ceremoniously placed the note over a lighted candle as attendees praised God for this milestone.

Sergio Gutierrez, current pastor, led the congregation in a reading titled Act of Dedication, and following prayer, everyone enjoyed a joyful reception. The Greenwood Fellowship is thankful for the generosity of its members and friends who helped make this milestone a reality.

Diane Thurber, Indiana Conference communication director