Andrews University
Homecoming 2006: Andrews University invites you to Homecoming 2006 which will be held
Sept. 28–Oct. 1. Classes to be honored this year: 1936, '46, '56, '66, '76, '81, '86, and '96. For more details, visit
www.andrews.edu/alumni.
Illinois
SERENDIPITY—Interfaith Women's Retreat, Oct. 6–8, at the Hilton Hotel, Lisle, Ill. Keynote speaker: Kay Kuzma. Seminars include, "Losing the Clutter," "The Mundane," "The Debt," and "Losing Ourselves Through Our Time with God." Special teen track for young women ages 13–18. Registration brochure is available on Women's Ministries link at www.illinoisadventist.org, or by e-mailing
wm@illinoisadventist.org.
Indiana
Boot Camp Training for lay evangelism is Sept. 15–16 at Timber Ridge Camp. Special speaker/trainer will be Robert Folkenberg Sr. Boot Camp Training will also be held Sept. 29–30 at the Glendale Church with speaker/trainer Ben Kochenower. To register for either of these special sessions, call Sheri DeWitt at the Indiana Conference office at 317-844-6201.
Indiana Women's Ministries Weekend Retreat is
Sept. 29–Oct. 1 at the beautiful Oakwood Inn in Syracuse. Ginny Allen is this year's guest speaker. To register, contact Shari Blackburn at
smblackburn@juno.com, or phone 260-622-4749.
Teen Backpack Trip hiking the legendary Knobstone Trail is Sept. 29–Oct. 1. For applications, contact Trish Thompson at the Indiana Conference youth department at 317-844-6201, or e-mail youth@indianaadventist.org.
The Indiana Academy Alumni Association welcomes all graduates/attendees to the IA campus for Alumni Homecoming,
Oct. 13–14. Honor classes are 1956, '81, and '96. In addition, other recognized classes are 1966, '76, and '86. For more information, contact Bonnie Meyer, alumni president, at 574-586-3466, or e-mail n9qen@prodigy.net; or you may contact Bill Hicks, IA development director, at 317-984-3575, ext. 228, or e-mail bhicks@iasda.org. Also the 16th Annual IA Alumni Golf Classic and Auction will be held Fri., Oct. 13. For more information regarding the golf/auction event, contact Lawrence Johnson at 765-649-7256, or e-mail
ljohnson@mustinbuilders.com.
Marriage Maintenance Seminar with Walter and Jackie Wright is Nov. 17–18 at the Cicero Church. This special event is sponsored by the Indiana Conference family life department. To register, contact Ron or Collene Kelly at 317-984-4376, or e-mail pastkelly@aol.com.
Lake Region
Listen to Pathway to Peace Radio Bible Class with Cary and Elene Rodgers, Sun., 8:30–9:00 a.m., on WGPR 107.5 FM (Detroit). Uplifting Jesus Christ from Genesis to Revelation! It is a 30-minute radio broadcast with interactive Bible study, powerful testimonies, and inspirational thoughts. The speakers have the urgency and fervency to give the good news of Jesus Christ and His Three Angels Message to the world through media. Pathway to Peace Radio Bible Class is designed for a diverse radio audience and is currently airing on more than 20 full-power stations in the U.S. and Central America. For more information, go online to www.PathwaytoPeace.net.
Save the Date! The Lake Region Conference Women's Retreat will be held Oct. 6–8 in the luxurious The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Dearborn, Mich. For more information, contact the Lake Region Conference Women's Ministries Department, 8517 South State St., Chicago, IL 60619; or call 773-846-2664.
Lake Union
Offerings:
Sept 2 Local Church Budget
Sept 9 Fall Mission Appeal
Sept 16 Local Church Budget
Sept 23 Local Conference Advance
Sept 30 Union Conference Designated
Thirteenth Sabbath:
Sept 23 South Pacific Division
Special Days:
Sept 2 Men’s Day of Prayer
Sept 3–9 Nurture Periodicals (Adventist Review, Insight, Guide, Primary Treasure, Little Friend)
Sept 10–16 Family Togetherness Week
Sept 17–23 Hispanic Heritage Week
Michigan
University Seventh-day Adventist Church members in East Lansing, Mich., celebrate their 50th year anniversary
Sept. 15–16. Speaker for the worship service will be Roger Coon, pastor in 1967. The church is located at 504 Ann St. in East Lansing. For more information, visit the church website at www.universitysda.com. If you plan to attend, e-mail
Joan48840@earthlink.net.
The Michigan Boarding Academies Alumni Association invites all its alumni from Adelphian, Cedar Lake, Grand Ledge, and Great Lakes Academies for a memorable weekend
Oct. 13–14. Honor classes this year are 1956, '66, '76, '81, '86, and '96. For more information, visit the Alumni section of our website at
www.glaa.net. Come join us!
Ionia (Mich.) Elementary Church School Reunion: Join us on
Oct. 15 from 1:00–5:00 p.m. at the school, 721 Elmwood. Even if you can't attend, we need the following from you:
copies only of school pictures and current picture of yourself; current home address, phone number, and e-mail address; and donations to Ionia Church School. R.S.V.P. by Sept. 22 to Gerry Baker, Beecher Manor, Inc., 11394 N. Linden Rd., Ste. F, Clio, MI 48420; phone 810-687-4330; fax 810-687-4332; or e-mail
gerry@usol.com.
Mich. Singles Retreat: Mark your calendar and join fellow adult singles (over 21) for a relaxing retreat at Mich.'s beautiful Camp Au Sable Oct. 27–29. Jim Micheff and staff have planned a Christ-centered, uplifting program. Registration forms will be available in mid-Sept. at www.misda.org. For more information and prices, contact Lyn White at 517-316-1570, or via e-mail at lwhite@misda.org.
North American Division
La Sierra School of Business Students Start Music Venture: LSU and SDAudio have joined together to give Adventist youth a chance to have their talents heard! This CD is focused on showcasing the musician. Interested in being on a collaborative CD? Here's how. If you are a member of the Adventist church and have pre-recorded a song, please send us a copy of your original music. Send us a CD or mp3 version of your song(s) including the check list available on our website, www.sdaudiosite.com, to the following address: SDAudio, La Sierra University, School of Business, 4500 Riverwalk Pkwy., Riverside, CA 92515.
The Greater Boston Academy Alumni Association will hold its annual reunion on Sept. 29–30 at the academy located at 108 Pond St., Stoneham, Mass. Honor classes are those ending in one or six. For further information, contact Alumni president, Arthur Barnaby, at 951-359-4344, or e-mail afbarnaby@juno.com. See also the Alumni website at http://gba.myfamily.com.
Maranatha Volunteers International's 2006 Convention will be held Sept. 29–30, in the Portland, Ore., area. All are invited to attend this inspirational weekend. Featured speakers are Mark Finley, general vice president of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; Ron Watts, president of Southern Asia Division; Paul Ratsara, president of Southern Africa-Indian Ocean Division; and Leonel Lozano, president of Ecuador Union Mission. For more information, contact Maranatha Volunteers International at 916-920-1900, or visit www.maranatha.org.
Sunnydale Adventist Academy (Mo.) Alumni Weekend will be
Oct. 5–8. Honor classes are: 1956, '66, '71, '81, '86, '91, '96. Activities start with the Silver Showcase, Thurs. evening, Oct. 5. For additional information, call 573-682-2164, or visit website
www.sunnydale.org.
Dakota Adventist Academy, Bismarck, N.D.: Come and reminisce with old school friends from DAA/PVA/SRA at the alumni gathering, Oct. 6–8. Honor classes are 2002, 1997, '87, '82, '77, '67, '57, '52, and '47. If you have any questions, contact Judy Liebelt, Alumni president, at 701-428-3382.
Society of Adventist Communicators Annual Convention, "The Heart & Soul of Communication," will be held in Baltimore, Md., Oct. 12–15. For additional information, visit www.adventistcommunicator.org. Register before Sept. 8 for an early bird discount for attendee and/or spouse. Student rates available. Special lodging rates are available at the Radisson Lord Baltimore.
