Historic Adventist Village

In Apr., the Village is open only on Sabbaths from 2:00–4:00 p.m., and for specially scheduled group tours during the week. To schedule a group tour, call (269) 965-3000; or e-mail: adventistvillage@tds.net. Donations help keep the Village open.

Illinois

Academy Days at Broadview Academy begin Fri. afternoon, Apr. 21, and continue through Sun. morning, Apr. 23. Experience something different! Step out of the classroom. Project-based learning. Interdisciplinary study. Applied learning. Find out for yourself. Join us for Academy Days at BVA. For more information, call Brenda Siebold at (630) 232-7441; or e-mail: recruitment@broadviewacademy.org.

Legal Notice: Notice is hereby given that the 30th regular constituency session of the Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held at Broadview Academy, La Fox, Ill., with the first meeting called at 10:00 a.m., Sun., Apr. 30, 2006. This session is for the purpose of receiving reports of the quadrennium which ended Dec. 31, 2005; to elect officers, departmental directors, and an executive committee for the ensuing term; and to transact such other business as may properly come before the constituency, including possible changes in the Constitution and Bylaws. Delegates are those duly elected by the churches of the conference and delegates-at-large as provided in the constitution. Each church is entitled to one delegate for the organization and one additional delegate for each fifty members or fraction thereof, based on actual church membership as of Sept. 30 preceding the session.

Ken Denslow, president

Kyoshin Ahn, secretary

Broadview Academy Alumni Reunion will be held at BVA May 4–6. Honor classes include: 1936, '46, '56, '66, '76, '81, '86, and '96. Special events include: a campus beautification project on the 4th; traditional trip to Chicago on the 5th; vespers by the class of '96; Sabbath school by the class of '81; worship service by the class of '56; fellowship luncheon; class photos; basketball game—students versus staff—and more. For more information, call (630) 232-7441; e-mail: alumni@broadviewacademy.org; or, go online to www.broadviewacademy.org.

EXTREME GRACE!, a Women Of Spiritual Praise Conference, hosted by 3ABN at their Worship Center, June 15–17, offers dynamic seminars as well as world-renowned keynote presenters. Seminars will address personal growth issues and equip attendees to be more effective in ministering to those who hurt. Fri. evening through Sat. evening, a life-changing, inspirational program will feature Spirit-filled speakers, praise and worship music ministry, and several special features. Tasty meals, choice of hotels, and transportation assistance to and from the 3ABN Worship Center makes the event both convenient and affordable. There are special incentives for women's ministries leaders and organizers of large groups. For seminar and speaker information, or online registration, logon to www.womenofspiritualpraise.com. For brochures, fliers, and additional information, call toll free (800) 681-6361.

Indiana

Women's Ministries One-Day Spring Retreat is Sabbath, Apr. 8, at Indiana Academy in Cicero. Guest speaker will be Alice C. Williams, director of university assessment and assistant dean for graduate studies, College of Arts and Sciences, Andrews University. The cost per person covers all meetings plus Sabbath lunch. To register, send your name and the fee to Julie Loucks, Indiana Conference, P.O. Box 1950, Carmel, IN 46082-1950. For more information, call Julie at (317) 844-6201.

Hispanic Marriage Retreat will be Apr. 8–9 at the Best Western Hotel, 4343 State Road 26 East, Lafayette. Guest speakers are Justo and Rosa Morales. Pastor Morales has a master's degree in family counseling. Rosa teaches at Northern Illinois University and works in a parenting education program. For more information and to register, contact your local Hispanic pastor. The fee per couple includes all the meetings, one night at the hotel, Sabbath lunch and dinner, and Sun. breakfast.

Lay Training Seminar for lay leaders of the Ind. churches, equipping them for ministry, will be held Apr. 28–29 at Timber Ridge Camp. For registration information, contact Sheri Dewitt at (317) 844-6201.

Indiana Academy Days: All students in grades 8–11 are invited to Indiana Academy Days, Apr. 30 and May 1. Meet the staff and students, and experience an awesome educational opportunity! For registration information, call Bill Hicks, principal, or Beth Bartlett, registrar, at (317) 984-3575; or e-mail: bbartlett@iasda.org.

Pathfinder Fair is May 5–7 at Timber Ridge Camp. For registration information, call Dean Whitlow at (812) 829-2507 or (812) 821-1581.

Lake Region

Peterson-Warren Academy will host its annual Alumni Weekend, Sept. 15–17; plan to attend. Special guest speaker will be C.D. Brooks, speaker/host of Breath of Life television show. We will honor the following classes: 1966, '71, '76, and '81 (classes commemorating 30-, 25-, 20-, and 15-year anniversaries). If you are a former student and have not received a news bulletin regarding 2006, then the alumni must not have your address. Contact the school at (313) 565-5808; or e-mail Melanie Maycock-Abrahams, Peterson-Warren Alumni Association event coordinator: mmaycock@mindspring.com.

Lake Union

Offerings:

Apr 1 Local Church Budget

Apr 8 Christian Record Services

Apr 15 Local Church Budget

Apr 22 Local Conference Advance

Apr 29 Spring Mission Appeal

Special Days:

Apr 1 Missionary Magazines (Signs, Message, El Centinela, La Sentinelle)

Apr 8 Stewardship Sabbath

Apr 15 Literature Evangelism Sabbath

Apr 22 Education Sabbath

Michigan

Benton Harbor Church Celebrates 50 Years: On Sabbath, Apr. 15, the Benton Harbor Fairplain Church will commemorate the 50th anniversary of building their church. James Hoffer, former Fairplain pastor, will speak during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Sabbath school is at 9:30 a.m. A fellowship dinner will be held after the service. All former members and friends of the church are invited.

Are you an alumni of Battle Creek Academy? Plan now to attend the 2006 alumni weekend, Fri., Apr. 28, to Sat., Apr. 29. Honor classes are: 1926, '36, '46, '56, '66, '76, '81, '86, and '96. The annual golf outing is Fri. morning (e-mail us for additional information). Vespers begins at 8:00 p.m., Fri. evening, at the Battle Creek Tabernacle. The classes of '56, '81, and others, will be featured during the Sabbath programs at the church. Sabbath school begins on Apr. 29 at 9:30 a.m. For more information about the weekend, e-mail: BCAAlumni@aol.com; or call: (269) 965-1278, ext. 1101.

"Ye Olde CLA Alumni Reunion," June 8–11, will be held for Cedar Lake Academy alumni and warmly welcomed schoolmates of 1956 and earlier, on the campus of Great Lakes Adventist Academy (formerly CLA). Honor classes: 1936, '46, and '56. Guest performance by recording artists Buddy Houghtaling & Friends, Fri. at 7:00 p.m. For information, call the GLAA Alumni office at (989) 427-5181; or visit GLAA's website: www.GLAA.net. Please pass the good word.

North American Division

Southwestern Adventist University alumni and friends are invited to the Annual Homecoming 2006, "Bluebonnets and Barbecue," Apr. 6–9. Registration is Thurs., Apr. 6. For more information, call (817) 202-6232; e-mail: bevm@swau.edu; or visit website: www.swau.edu/alumni.

Exclusively for Home Schoolers: You are personally invited to preview Union College in Lincoln, Neb., at the first annual Home School Preview Days, Apr. 27–30. It's a FREE way for you to experience Union's unique spirit. For more details, call (800) 228-4600; or e-mail: gofar@ucollege.edu.

Seventh-day Adventist Korean Language Institute alumni missionaries, where are you? If you served in South Korea during the past 20 years, please send us your contact information in preparation for a Summer/Fall 2006 reunion. E-mail: marilynlazarus@hotmail.com or sali@puconline.org.

Wisconsin

Wisconsin Academy (WA) Alumni Weekend will be held Apr. 21–22. The theme for this year's alumni weekend is "Home with Jesus." Honor classes are 1936, '46, '56, '66, '76, '81, '86, and '96. Come back to WA for fellowship and fun with former classmates. If you would like more information about the weekend, or to reserve a room, contact Marcia Sigler at (920) 623-3300 ext. 12; or e-mail: library@wisacad.org. Make sure to stop by our website and update your profile: www.wisacadalumni.org.

The Second Annual Wisconsin Academy (WA) Golf Classic will be held Apr. 23 at the Kestrel Ridge Golf Course in Columbus. Last year 17 teams came out to play; let's double it this year! Bring your clubs and come join us for an exciting weekend at the academy! All monies raised will go toward the WA worthy student fund. If you have questions, or are interested in being a sponsor, contact Michelle Shufelt at (920) 623-3300 ext. 18; or e-mail: development@wisacad.org.