en http://www.fullylive.com © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=11 301.739.3144 What an exciting journey the Lord has brought me on! One of the most exciting things is learning to let go and let God take the wheel. I have found that when I remember he is in charge of things, I am able to rest in his love and care, knowing that he will always make a way when there seems to be no way. And I love His sense of humor through all the paths that my life has taken! Our arrival in the Hagerstown area, after spending my whole life in Montgomery County, Maryland, was a miracle itself. With four beautiful daughters almost raised, the Lord decided that it was time to take a big step and move to the country with a leap of faith so that our youngest daughter could attend Highland View Academy. God knew that she loved the country and would enjoy those last few years at home in such a spiritual location. We made the decision to move, found a place to live, and began moving all within about 3 weeks time. We rarely make quick decisions....there have been few in our married life together this quick, and they have always turned out to be blessings from God. How appropriate for us to move near a Boarding Academy? My passion for many years as been the youth, and what a better place than HVA and Highland View Church to put that passion to work for the Lord? My other major desires in life are to see the Body of Christ come together in true Fellowship through prayer, praise and worship as the disciples did in the book of Acts, as well as the way the early founders of the Adventist did. So when the opportunity arose to serve the Lord through the Pastoral Assistant position at the Highland View Church, after much prayer and petition, I found that I could not turn Him down. Here I am today, and my prayer is that I may serve Him and His people in whatever way he leads. Thank you for this privilege! Wed, 9 Apr 2008 09:42:02 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=162 The Alendu Village Mission is part of a larger project that actually involves two villages in Western Kenya, South Nyanza. Alendu, is of course one of those villages and the other is Wimagak. Each village, supporting a population of roughly 2000 people, is experiencing the scourge of HIV/AIDS, leaving their communities devastated socially and economically. Two women, Drs. Martey Ochola and Eucabeth Odhiambo, have both a professional and a personal investment in these two villages. Dr. Ochola is from Wimagak and Dr. Odhiambo is from Alendu. They know first-hand of the ravaged land and people they seek to help. Professionally, these two women were inspired by the spirit of activism within the women's groups at the villages and determined to study how the groups' efforts could be supported. In an effort to conduct primary research for the purpose of soliciting funding, Dr. Ochola and Dr. Odhiambo engaged in a two-month long needs assessment in 2006, sponsored by Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania. The purpose of this assessment was to determine the population of each community, as well as the residents' knowledge of HIV/AIDS. They also sought to conduct an HIV/AIDS impact assessment on various target groups, determine the influence of Non-government Organizations (NGOs) on HIV/AIDS awareness, and the population needs that, if met, will help elicit behavior change. The data gathered indicates that there is serious need for the following: HIV/AIDS educationHIV/AIDS testing and counseling facilitiesVibrant feeding programs for HIV/AIDS orphaned childrenEducational facilities for orphansDevelopmental activities geared toward the youthTwo of the biggest hurdles to leap involve information dissemination and poverty. Primarily, people are not learning about HIV/AIDS and how to prevent it in a way that brings about lifestyle change. Many young people get information about HIV/AIDS from school; however, those people who are not in school are left with little educational options. They may learn something from their church, an NGO or possibly from some government source. Often the information is sterile or incomplete--without explanation of relevancy or how to apply it. Severe poverty has also been shown to correspond with a higher prevalence of HIV/AIDS. For instance, a poverty-stricken household is less likely to purchase food. According to the Kenyan National Guidelines on Nutrition and HIV/AIDS, without nutrient-rich foods, the risk of opportunistic infections increases and the progression of HIV to AIDS is accelerated. (p. vi, Forward by Honourable Charity Ngilu EGH.M.P, Minister for Health). Within these two poverty-stricken villages over 35% of the population has HIV/AIDS and each village studied has over 200 orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) as a result of HIV/AIDS. This percentage of prevalence contrasts sharply with a national average of 7%, according to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS, 2003). The need for HIV/AIDS education and the alleviation of poverty is extreme in these two villages, even when compared to the atrocity of national norms. Drs. Ochola and Odhiambo conclude that HIV/AIDS prevention could be realized through the following three initiatives: Comprehensive HIV/AIDS educationCare for orphans and vulnerable children, including food, shelter and educationEconomically relevant and viable community projects organized to alleviate poverty and provide employment for young people, widows and widowers (including micro-financing) Mon, 24 Mar 2008 08:46:36 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=12 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=12&article_id=82 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 21:15:22 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=153 MINISTRY NEEDS: There are several volunteer positions open at HVC for ministry-minded people. Those positions include: Beginners class teacher, Kindergarten class teacher/assistant, Primary class coordinator and teacher, Social committee coordinator, Head Deaconess, Sabbath School Secretary etc. Contact Pastor Corea at 301.573.0271 if you want to know more about these positions or are interested in filling one of these needs. To view an entire list of our ministry needs log out of our Web site and click on "Ministry Needs" in the main menu of the public side of our site. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:36:18 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=177 To find out how you can become involved in a ministry at Highland View Seventh-day Adventist Church, contact our Ministry Development Director, Vladimir Corea at 301.573.0271, unless otherwise directed in a particular ministry description. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:34:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=181 The Primary Sabbath School Coordinator seeks to provide cohesion and consistency of programming for youngsters aged 7-9 years. The coordinator consults with the teachers to construct a teaching schedule for the entire year. He or she also schedules meetings quarterly where all the teachers can come together to share ideas regarding what's working and what's not, integrating community and/or foreign outreach into their classroom and creative ways to invite new children to their class. The Primary Coordinator also attends and encourages his/her teachers to attend the quarterly meeting held by the Children's Sabbath School Coordinator. Finally, the Primary Sabbath School Coordinator acts as the class substitute teacher when needed. As with all our children's classes through Primary, we use a phenomenal, easy-to-use program from Gracelink. View the Primary student curriculum and teacher's guides at http://www.gracelink.net/article.php?id=4. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:33:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=184 We whole-heartedly value our relationships with each other and enjoy getting together for fun, as well as studying God's Word together and worshipping Him. This is why we're really at a loss without a Social Functions Coordinator! The entire description of this person's job can be summed up my saying, "They make fun happen for church members and friends." Working with a team of approximately five others, the coordinator schedules a planning meeting when the Highland View Academy calendar comes out for the year. The team schedules yearly events such as the New Year's Eve party (January), the Super Bowl party (February), the 4th of July party (uh, July?), and the Big Birthday Bash (October). Then they meet periodically to plan and implement these and/or other yearly events. They organize at least one camping trip a year and other outdoor Sabbath activities, such as hiking on the Appalachian Trail and "Church in the Park." They also add social elements to other events at our church such as the Resurrection Celebration (breakfast, etc after the service), and Vision Cast (breakfast). Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:31:40 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=124 The position of Head Deaconess truly is an exciting role! Our Head Deaconess leads a dedicated group of women to serve our church during times of celebration and sadness. The Head Deaconess facilitates her team in for the following responsibilities:Planning and implementation of baby and wedding showers Caring for the needs of bereaved and hospitalized church members, which may include ordering flowers, organizing the prepartion of food for after-service receptions, follow-up visitation etc. Scheduling people to "meet and greet" at the doors of our churchCoordinating with the pastor to schedule and provide for communion services, which requires the provision of unleavened bread and grape juice to remember Christ's last supper and basins with water and towels (to be laundered after the service) for following Christ's example of humility and service in washing His disciples feet. Assisting in baptisms by preparing robes, assisting with female candidates, and laundering robes and towels after the baptism. The deaconesses are also involved in community outreach through both ReachCaregivers and Acts 9 in downtown Hagerstown. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:29:16 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=8 To preface the Assistant Treasurer's job description, the Head Deacon initiates offering collection which should involve two deacons working together to count the offering when taken and the tithe envelopes (without opening them). The Head Deacon prepares a quick report to be handed over to the assistant treasurer with a copy to the Treasurer. In this way we protect the money and those involved from any accusations regarding wrong doing. The Assistant Treasurer then...Takes the offerings home and count the funds - includes opening the tithe envelopsEnters the counts into the computer (Laptop provided)Prints out the deposit and contribution reportsTurns the print outs over to the TreasurerMakes the church depositThe estimated time commitment for this job is two hours a week. Contact Vladimir Corea at 301.573.0271 or Jim Herd at 410.303.7866. This is a critical ministry for our congregation, so we solicit your prayers concerning this matter. Fri, 7 Mar 2008 07:28:07 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=190 9 cups water 1 large onion, coursely chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 2 celery stalks, coursely chopped 2 cups of squash cubed 1 cauliflower, chopped 4 carrots, cubed 4 zucchini, sliced or cubed 4 golden zucchini cubed 3 potatoes, sliced or cubed 1 head of cabbage, sliced thin 1/2 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp dried summer savory Sea salt to taste Olive oil to taste Dash of cinnamon Dash of nutmeg 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice In large soup kettle, bring water to a boil. Add all ingredients except lemon juice. Return to boil. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently to break up squash. Stir in lemon juice at end of cooking. This soup can be made in large quantities because it is a great leftover.Submitted 2.10.2008. Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:33:35 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=150 2 c brown lentils 5 c water 2 t olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 20 English spinach leaves, stalks removed and leaves finely shredded 1 t ground cumin 1 t finely grated lemon rind 2 c vegetable stock 2 c water 2 T finely chopped fresh coriander Place lentils in a large pan with water. Bring to a boil and then simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Rinse and drain, then set aside. In a separate pan heat the oil; add the onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat until golden. Add the lentils, cumin, lemon rind, stock and water to the pan. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Add the corianer and stir through. Serve immediately. Submitted 9.29.2006 from The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=92 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=71 1 lb great northern beans 6 c water 6 c broth using McKay's Chicken Seasoning 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 4-oz cans diced green chili peppers 1 T dried oregano, crushed 1 T ground cumin 1/2 t ground red pepper 4 c chopped Worthington Fri-chik or other chicken substitute 1/2 c shredded Monterey Jack cheese fresh chili peppers (optional) Rinse beans. Place in a Dutch oven or crock pot and add water. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let soak for 1 hour. (Or cover and soak beans overnight.) Drain off water. In same pot, combine beans broth, onion, garlic, chilies, oregano, cumin, red pepper, 1/2 t salt and 1/2 t pepper. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 1 hour. Stir in Fri-chik. Simmer covered for 1/2 to 1 hour more. Before serving, stir in cheese till just melted. Serve with sliced fresh chili peppers and/or additional cheese. Submitted 5.24.2006 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:29:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=166 NEED AFTER SCHOOL CARE? LouAnn McCain, HVC member and very experienced mom, has three more openings for children who need after school care from Mt. Aetna Adventist Elementary School. Please contact her at 240.217.5249 for more information. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=123 COME PRAY WITH US: We have a prayer group every Sabbath morning during our regular small group Bible study time. Our purpose is to consistently lift up Highland View Academy, our church, and each other. The format is simple, and you are welcome to come every week or just on occasion. We meet from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, please contact Sheri Tydings at 301.573.5255 or Sherry Hostetler at 301.797.3904. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=15 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=16 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:06:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=171 The person filling this position will be thoroughly excited about the prospects of sharing materials and resources with our congregation that are available at the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center (HVA ABC). Working with the HVA ABC manager, our liaison determines specific resources that will be highlighted monthly in our church bulletin, either with a pre-fabricated leaflet provided by the HVA ABC or a written description of the resource by the liason. Other possible publicity strategies include a special display in our church lobby of the featured resources and an occasional and brief "up-front" presentation from the liaison to our congregation. Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:31:59 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=173 The Children's Sabbath School Coordinator works to encourage and equip all the children's Bible class facilitators including Beginners, Kindergarten, Primary and Junior/Earliteen. One of this person's top priorities is regular communication with the class leaders; finding out how things are going, what their needs are, making sure the class leaders understand their budgets and how to document and be reimbursed for expenditures, etc. The Children's Sabbath School Coordinator meets quarterly with the entire group of class facilitators to share ideas regarding what's working and what's not in their classes, integrating community and/or foreign outreach into their class goals, creative ways to invite other children, etc. The Children's Sabbath School Coordinator, in consultation with the pastoral staff, also plans two Sabbaths a year when the children participate considerably in the worship service with memorized scripture readings and/or songs, special music, offertory, skits, prayer, Kids' Korner story etc. In addition to these two special Sabbaths, the coordinator also works with the Children's Ministry Coordinator to facilitate the regular participation of children in the worship service. (Use of the term "regular" is meant to be vague enough for flexibility; however, we'd like to be mentoring children to participate in the service once a month.) Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:11:29 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=186 The person for this job loves all things children! He or she is passionate about assisting in the spiritual growth and development of children. He or she helps and oversees the Children's Church Coordinator, Children's Sabbath School Coordinator and the Kids' Korner Coordinator. This person works to develop our Vacation Bible School program as well as other fun programs for kids such as their very own Resurrection Celebration on Easter morning. This person works to develop and maintain our children's worship service kits, the parents' room and the changing room. Finally, this person makes provisions for child care as needed for various adult functions that occur such as Vision Cast and church business meetings. More details are available upon request. Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:05:40 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=182 Youth Ministries at HVC, led by the dynamic and ever-creative Anthony Hackett, offers many opportunities for people to be involved in this exciting and fun-loving ministry. Mr. Hackett needs a team on which he can call for various activities/events; for instance, Facilitating small groups of youth as a part of Anthony's Sabbath morning Bible classHelping out during Friday night programs at the churchParticipating in game nights with the youthHelping out with community outreach projectsMentoring youth in various areas of church participation and life, in generalThis is great chance to not only share your God-given life experience with young people, but it's also your chance to act like a kid again yet with all the benefits of being an adult too! Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=183 The Young Adult Sabbath School Coordinator works with an assistant(s) to provide a spiritually enriching Bible class for ages 18 to 20-something on Sabbath morning. They also coordinate a simple social get-together once a month for the group...the possibilities for these monthly gatherings are wide open, depending on the interests of the group. We're currently at the ground level of this ministry, so we need someone with a vision and passion for this age group, as well as the willingness to find creative ways to invite attendees to participate in the group. They must be in touch with members of this age group who are "away" at college and know when breaks occur in their scholastic schedules so as to extend special invitations to them to attend the Bible class, etc. Periodic care packages sent to these satellite members would be great, as well. Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=174 The Sabbath School Secretary is responsible for communicating with each of the Sabbath morning Bible class leaders as to their curriculum resource needs; keeping abreast of the number of take-home materials each of the classes need, as well as the needed teacher's guides. This person then orders the materials and distributes the appropriate materials weekly to each of the classrooms. In the case of children's take-home materials this occurs once during the week just before the materials will be needed. In the case of adult materials and teacher's guides this occurs quarterly. This person also collects any offering that is donated during the Bible classes, tallies it with the deacons and sees that the Treasurer gets it. Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=175 The Assistant Sabbath School Secretary works closely with the Sabbath School Secretary, performing his/her duties when scheduled and/or when the Sabbath School Secretary is unable. Those duties are as follows: The Sabbath School Secretary is responsible for communicating with each of the Sabbath morning Bible class leaders as to their curriculum resource needs; keeping abreast of the number of take-home materials each of the classes need, as well as the needed teacher's guides. This person then orders the materials and distributes the appropriate materials weekly to each of the classrooms. In the case of children's take-home materials this occurs once during the week just before the materials will be needed. In the case of adult materials and teacher's guides this occurs quarterly. This person also collects any offering that is donated during the Bible classes, tallies it with the deacons and sees that the Treasurer gets it. Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=93 Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:44:17 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=176 Currently, a Beginners Sabbath School Teacher is responsible for approximately four Sabbath morning Bible classes in a row every third month for our youngest members and guests (ages 0-3). As with all our children's classes through Primary (age 9), we use a phenomenal, easy-to-use program from Gracelink. View the Beginners student curriculum and teacher's guides at http://www.gracelink.net/article.php?id=2 Preparation requirements are very minimal with some minor tweaking to the classroom "set" or "design" which remains constant for the entire lesson (for one month). The teacher simply fills "parent buckets" with the relevant manipulatives for the children and then after each lesson makes sure the buckets are back in order ready for the next week. All the manipulatives, visual aids, craft supplies and items for the room design are conveniently and well-organized in the classroom. Teachers should arrive sufficiently early to greet parents and children at the door. We ask that at least one parent or guardian attend the class with the child, so even though our main ministry is to the children, we also seek to minister to parents before and after the lesson. This can be as simple as finding out how their week was and how we can pray for them. For more information on the actual implementation of the lesson please visit the link provided above. This position requires no more than 1 1/2 hours per week during the months the teacher is scheduled (including teaching time on Sabbath morning) and approximately 2 hours quarterly to meet with the Children's Sabbath School Coordinator and other Bible class facilitators. Tue, 8 Jan 2008 19:33:41 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=153 For the best selection of Christian resources in the area, visit the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center. From inspirational reading and music to children's Bible school teaching materials to a wide variety of vegetarian products, the HVA ABC has everything you're looking for to nurture your relationship with God and encourage your desire for healthy living. Stop by during our regular business hours and find out how the Highland View Academy Adventist Book Center can help you foster a deeper understanding of God's love for you!MONDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.TUESDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.THURSDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.FRIDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.EVERY 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:16:11 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=178 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:12:36 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=163 The Review and Herald Publishing Association, in conjunction with Columbia Union College's School of Graduate and Professional Studies, is exploring the possibilities of offering undergraduate and graduate programs at the Review and Herald. To find out more information, e-mail William Jackson. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:12:30 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=164 The Review and Herald Publishing Association is searching for long-term, dedicated employees for the following areas: PICKER/PACKER: Picking and packing orders from shipping tickets. Up to 50 pounds lifting is required. PROOFREADER/COPY EDITOR: Copy edits and proofreads various periodicals and other materials. WAREHOUSING/INVENTORY CONTROL: Deals with warehousing and keepin gaccurate inventory records. Must be able to use a forklift. All positions are full time and successful applicants must be Seventh-day Adventist church members in good standing. If interested, please email Lori Williams or contact her at 301.393.4025. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:12:30 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=81 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:12:30 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=12 Mt. Aetna Adventist Elementary School is looking for qualified people who are willing to serve as substitute teachers. College degree preferred, but not required. Please contact Kandace Zollman at 301.824.3875. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:12:30 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=172 The Adult Sabbath School Coordinator at our church oversees all our adult Bible classes that occur on Sabbath mornings. This person seeks to encourage and equip the class facilitators, as well as provide a measure of accountability by meeting quarterly with the class facilitators to discuss goals. Such goals include but are not limited to community outreach endeavors, mentoring youth and monthly social activities with their classes outside the regular Sabbath class time. The Adult Sabbath School Coordinator also keeps his/her finger on the pulse of adult Bible class needs. In other words, this person helps class facilitators acquire resources (lobbying the church board for additional funding, if needed), and generally seeks to GROW the ministry of Adult Sabbath morning small group Bible studies. This includes encouraging ALL members to attend a class for their own spiritual growth and enrichment. It also includes seeking out new class facilitators as the need for more classes arise. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 22:07:04 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=35 301.573.4381 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:32:45 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=37 410.952.5027 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:31:31 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=2 Our church is a community of believers with Jesus Christ as its head. We seek to love, respect and care for one another as a demonstration of our love for God and His character. Our purpose is to... Encourage and equip people toExperience and extend Christ andDiscover, develop and direct their God-given talents toward revealing the truth about God. In other words, we want you to experience the exhiliration of living whole-heartedly for one purpose: to know and share the true character of Christ and His Father, God. This is our prayer and striving for each person with whom we come in contact. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:12:12 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=55 301.596.5600 - http://www.columbiaunion.org/article.php?id=21 State or area conferences are made up of 30 to 100 congregations with the purpose of facilitating, strengthening and coordinating the work of the local church. The Chesapeake Conference currently includes 54 congregations in DE, MD, and on the edges of VA and WV. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:49:50 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=168 From June 2006 to June 2007 over $40,000 has been raised by Highland View Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hagerstown, Maryland as a springboard for the community center in Alendu. After purchasing 2 acres of land, the church sent a team of 14 people from June 18 through July 4, 2007 to complete the first phase of community center which consists of the foundation, floor, and walls. As of August 2, 2007 another $7,300 has been made available for the roof and other basic fixtures. Fund raising continues in order to provide windows and doors, tables and chairs, storage shelving, kitchen supplies, office furniture, etc. Also there is a steady need for funds to provide food for the orphans. Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:42:12 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=166 The immediate goals include the following: To become an ongoing resource for the purchase of food for the more than 400 orphans in the villages of Alendu and WimagakTo build a community center in Alendu which will serve as a food distribution hub for the orphans thereTo construct a daycare/nursery school for the orphans in Wimagak to serve as an educational facility, as well as a place where food is available to them Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:41:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=30&article_id=167 Looking to the future, the emphases of these Kenyan projects will include: Expanding the Alendu Village Community Center into an orphanage, as well as a facility providing free health education, counseling and basic care and free vocational skills in agricultureOrganizing community health testing and counseling for both villagesExpanding the Wimagak day care into a free elementary school for orphansFacilitating community development projects for the villages' existing organizations (the women's groups and the Alendu Community Development Group) such as micro-financing, water and agricultural projectsUtilizing Wimagak and Alendu as locations where universities can participate in educational undertakingsCombating the language and cultural barriers to HIV/AIDS education by collaborating with various organizations to provide culturally relevant educational materials such as books, cultural narratives and videos in the native language of Luo and also Kiswahili to broaden the target populations. Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:40:44 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=3 We hold certain basic beliefs to be the teaching of the Holy Scriptures, our only measurement for truth. These beliefs, as set forth here, represent our understanding and expression of the teaching of Scripture. Revision of these statements may occur when the Seventh-day Adventist church is led by the Holy Spirit to a fuller understanding of Bible truth or finds better language in which to express the teachings of God's Holy Word. Click on your topics of interest below or scroll down to read all topics.The Holy Scriptures The Trinity The Father The Son The Holy Spirit Creation The Nature of Man The Great Controversy The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Christ The Experience of Salvation Growing in Christ The Church The Remnant and Its Mission Unity in the Body of Christ Baptism The Lord's Supper Spiritual Gifts and Ministries The Gift of Prophecy The Law of God The Sabbath Stewardship Christian Behavior Marriage and the Family Christ's Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary The Second Coming of Christ Death and Resurrection The Millennium and the End of Sin The New Earth 1. The Holy Scriptures: The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration through holy men of God who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. In this Word, God has committed to man the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scriptures are the infallible revelation of His will. They are the standard of character, the test of experience, the authoritative revealer of doctrines, and the trustworthy record of God's acts in history. (2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Tim. 3:16, 17; Ps. 119:105; Prov. 30:5, 6; Isa. 8:20; John 17:17; 1 Thess. 2:13; Heb. 4:12.) Return to Top 2. The Trinity: There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three co-eternal Persons. God is immortal, all-powerful, all-knowing, above all, and ever present. He is infinite and beyond human comprehension, yet known through His self-revelation. He is forever worthy of worship, adoration, and service by the whole creation. (Deut. 6:4; Matt. 28:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; Eph. 4:4-6; 1 Peter 1:2; 1 Tim. 1:17; Rev. 14:7.) Return to Top 3. The Father: God the eternal Father is the Creator, Source, Sustainer, and Sovereign of all creation. He is just and holy, merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. The qualities and powers exhibited in the Son and the Holy Spirit are also revelations of the Father. (Gen. 1:1; Rev. 4:11; 1 Cor. 15:28; John 3:16; 1 John 4:8; 1 Tim. 1:17; Ex. 34:6, 7; John 14:9.) Return to Top 4. The Son: God the eternal Son became incarnate in Jesus Christ. Through Him all things were created, the character of God is revealed, the salvation of humanity is accomplished, and the world is judged. Forever truly God, He became also truly man, Jesus the Christ. He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He lived and experienced temptation as a human being, but perfectly exemplified the righteousness and love of God. By His miracles He manifested God's power and was attested as God's promised Messiah. He suffered and died voluntarily on the cross for our sins and in our place, was raised from the dead, and ascended to minister in the heavenly sanctuary in our behalf. He will come again in glory for the final deliverance of His people and the restoration of all things. (John 1:1-3, 14; Col. 1:15-19; John 10:30; 14:9; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. 5:17-19; John 5:22; Luke 1:35; Phil. 2:5-11; Heb. 2:9-18; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4; Heb. 8:1, 2; John 14:1-3.) Return to Top 5. The Holy Spirit: God the eternal Spirit was active with the Father and the Son in Creation, incarnation, and redemption. He inspired the writers of Scripture. He filled Christ's life with power. He draws and convicts human beings; and those who respond He renews and transforms into the image of God. Sent by the Father and the Son to be always with His children, He extends spiritual gifts to the church, empowers it to bear witness to Christ, and in harmony with the Scriptures leads it into all truth. (Gen. 1:1, 2; Luke 1:35; 4:18; Acts 10:38; 2 Peter 1:21; 2 Cor. 3:18; Eph. 4:11, 12; Acts 1:8; John 14:16-18, 26; 15:26, 27; 16:7-13.) Return to Top 6. Creation: God is Creator of all things, and has revealed in Scripture the authentic account of His creative activity. In six days the Lord made "the heaven and the earth" and all living things upon the earth, and rested on the seventh day of that first week. Thus He established the Sabbath as a perpetual memorial of His completed creative work. The first man and woman were made in the image of God as the crowning work of Creation, given dominion over the world, and charged with responsibility to care for it. When the world was finished it was very good,'' declaring the glory of God. (Gen. 1; 2; Ex. 20:8-11; Ps. 19:1-6; 33:6, 9; 104; Heb. 11:3.) Return to Top 7. The Nature of Man: Man and woman were made in the image of God with individuality, the power and freedom to think and to do. Though created free beings, each is an indivisible unity of body, mind, and spirit, dependent upon God for life and breath and all else. When our first parents disobeyed God, they denied their dependence upon Him and fell from their high position under God. The image of God in them was marred and they became subject to death. Their descendants share this fallen nature and its consequences. They are born with weaknesses and tendencies to evil. But God in Christ reconciled the world to Himself and by His Spirit restores in penitent mortals the image of their Maker. Created for the glory of God, they are called to love Him and one another, and to care for their environment. (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:7; Ps. 8:4-8; Acts 17:24-28; Gen. 3; Ps. 51:5; Rom. 5:12-17; 2 Cor. 5:19, 20; Ps. 51:10; 1 John 4:7, 8, 11, 20; Gen. 2:15.) Return to Top 8. The Great Controversy: All humanity is now involved in a great controversy between Christ and Satan regarding the character of God, His law, and His sovereignty over the universe. This conflict originated in heaven when a created being, endowed with freedom of choice, in self-exaltation became Satan, God's adversary, and led into rebellion a portion of the angels. He introduced the spirit of rebellion into this world when he led Adam and Eve into sin. This human sin resulted in the distortion of the image of God in humanity, the disordering of the created world, and its eventual devastation at the time of the worldwide flood. Observed by the whole creation, this world became the arena of the universal conflict, out of which the God of love will ultimately be vindicated. To assist His people in this controversy, Christ sends the Holy Spirit and the loyal angels to guide, protect, and sustain them in the way of salvation. (Rev. 12:4-9; Isa. 14:12-14; Eze. 28:12-18; Gen. 3; Rom. 1:19-32; 5:12-21; 8:19-22; Gen. 6-8; 2 Peter 3:6; 1 Cor. 4:9; Heb. 1:14.) Return to Top 9. The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Christ: In Christ's life of perfect obedience to God's will, His suffering, death, and resurrection, God provided the only means of atonement for human sin, so that those who by faith accept this atonement may have eternal life, and the whole creation may better understand the infinite and holy love of the Creator. This perfect atonement vindicates the righteousness of God's law and the graciousness of His character; for it both condemns our sin and provides for our forgiveness. The death of Christ is substitutionary and expiatory, reconciling and transforming. The resurrection of Christ proclaims God's triumph over the forces of evil, and for those who accept the atonement assures their final victory over sin and death. It declares the Lordship of Jesus Christ, before whom every knee in heaven and on earth will bow. (John 3:16; Isa. 53; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; 1 Cor. 15:3, 4, 20-22; 2 Cor. 5:14, 15, 19-21; Rom. 1:4; 3:25; 4:25; 8:3, 4; 1 John 2:2; 4:10; Col. 2:15; Phil. 2:6-11.) Return to Top 10. The Experience of Salvation: In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God. Led by the Holy Spirit we sense our need, acknowledge our sinfulness, repent of our transgressions, and exercise faith in Jesus as Lord and Christ, as Substitute and Example. This faith which receives salvation comes through the divine power of the Word and is the gift of God's grace. Through Christ we are justified, adopted as God's sons and daughters, and delivered from the lordship of sin. Through the Spirit we are born again and sanctified; the Spirit renews our minds, writes God's law of love in our hearts, and we are given the power to live a holy life. Abiding in Him we become partakers of the divine nature and have the assurance of salvation now and in the judgment. (2 Cor. 5:17-21; John 3:16; Gal. 1:4; 4:4-7; Titus 3:3-7; John 16:8; Gal. 3:13, 14; 1 Peter 2:21, 22; Rom. 10:17; Luke 17:5; Mark 9:23, 24; Eph. 2:5-10; Rom. 3:21-26; Col. 1:13, 14; Rom. 8:14-17; Gal. 3:26; John 3:3-8; 1 Peter 1:23; Rom. 12:2; Heb. 8:7-12; Eze. 36:25-27; 2 Peter 1:3, 4; Rom. 8:1-4; 5:6-10.) Return to Top 11. Growing in Christ: By His death on the cross Jesus triumphed over the forces of evil. He who subjugated the demonic spirits during His earthly ministry has broken their power and made certain their ultimate doom. Jesus' victory gives us victory over the evil forces that still seek to control us, as we walk with Him in peace, joy, and assurance of His love. Now the Holy Spirit dwells within us and empowers us. Continually committed to Jesus as our Saviour and Lord, we are set free from the burden of our past deeds. No longer do we live in the darkness, fear of evil powers, ignorance, and meaninglessness of our former way of life. In this new freedom in Jesus, we are called to grow into the likeness of His character, communing with Him daily in prayer, feeding on His Word, meditating on it and on His providence, singing His praises, gathering together for worship, and participating in the mission of the Church. As we give ourselves in loving service to those around us and in witnessing to His salvation, His constant presence with us through the Spirit transforms every moment and every task into a spiritual experience. (Ps 1:1, 2; 23:4; 77:11, 12; Col 1:13, 14; 2:6, 14, 15; Luke 10:17-20; Eph 5:19, 20; 6:12-18; 1 Thess 5:23; 2 Peter 2:9; 3:18; 2 Cor. 3:17, 18; Phil 3:7-14; 1 Thess 5:16-18; Matt 20:25-28; John 20:21; Gal 5:22-25; Rom 8:38, 39; 1 John 4:4; Heb 10:25.) Return to Top 12. The Church: The church is the community of believers who confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. In continuity with the people of God in Old Testament times, we are called out from the world; and we join together for worship, for fellowship, for instruction in the Word, for the celebration of the Lord's Supper, for service to all mankind, and for the worldwide proclamation of the gospel. The church derives its authority from Christ, who is the incarnate Word, and from the Scriptures, which are the written Word. The church is God's family; adopted by Him as children, its members live on the basis of the new covenant. The church is the body of Christ, a community of faith of which Christ Himself is the Head. The church is the bride for whom Christ died that He might sanctify and cleanse her. At His return in triumph, He will present her to Himself a glorious church, the faithful of all the ages, the purchase of His blood, not having spot or wrinkle, but holy and without blemish. (Gen. 12:3; Acts 7:38; Eph. 4:11-15; 3:8-11; Matt. 28:19, 20; 16:13-20; 18:18; Eph. 2:19-22; 1:22, 23; 5:23-27; Col. 1:17, 18.) Return to Top 13. The Remnant and Its Mission: The universal church is composed of all who truly believe in Christ, but in the last days, a time of widespread apostasy, a remnant has been called out to keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. This remnant announces the arrival of the judgment hour, proclaims salvation through Christ, and heralds the approach of His second advent. This proclamation is symbolized by the three angels of Revelation 14; it coincides with the work of judgment in heaven and results in a work of repentance and reform on earth. Every believer is called to have a personal part in this worldwide witness. (Rev. 12:17; 14:6-12; 18:1-4; 2 Cor. 5:10; Jude 3, 14; 1 Peter 1:16-19; 2 Peter 3:10-14; Rev. 21:1-14.) Return to Top 14. Unity in the Body of Christ: The church is one body with many members, called from every nation, kindred, tongue, and people. In Christ we are a new creation; distinctions of race, culture, learning, and nationality, and differences between high and low, rich and poor, male and female, must not be divisive among us. We are all equal in Christ, who by one Spirit has bonded us into one fellowship with Him and with one another; we are to serve and be served without partiality or reservation. Through the revelation of Jesus Christ in the Scriptures we share the same faith and hope, and reach out in one witness to all. This unity has its source in the oneness of the triune God, who has adopted us as His children. (Rom. 12:4, 5; 1 Cor. 12:12-14; Matt. 28:19, 20; Ps. 133:1; 2 Cor. 5:16, 17; Acts 17:26, 27; Gal. 3:27, 29; Col. 3:10-15; Eph. 4:14-16; 4:1-6; John 17:20-23.) Return to Top 15. Baptism: By baptism we confess our faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and testify of our death to sin and of our purpose to walk in newness of life. Thus we acknowledge Christ as Lord and Saviour, become His people, and are received as members by His church. Baptism is a symbol of our union with Christ, the forgiveness of our sins, and our reception of the Holy Spirit. It is by immersion in water and is contingent on an affirmation of faith in Jesus and evidence of repentance of sin. It follows instruction in the Holy Scriptures and acceptance of their teachings. (Rom. 6:1-6; Col. 2:12, 13; Acts 16:30-33; 22:16; 2:38; Matt. 28:19, 20.) Return to Top 16. The Lord's Supper: The Lord's Supper is a participation in the emblems of the body and blood of Jesus as an expression of faith in Him, our Lord and Saviour. In this experience of communion Christ is present to meet and strengthen His people. As we partake, we joyfully proclaim the Lord's death until He comes again. Preparation for the Supper includes self-examination, repentance, and confession. The Master ordained the service of foot washing to signify renewed cleansing, to express a willingness to serve one another in Christlike humility, and to unite our hearts in love. The communion service is open to all believing Christians. (1 Cor. 10:16, 17; 11:23-30; Matt. 26:17-30; Rev. 3:20; John 6:48-63; 13:1-17.) Return to Top 17. Spiritual Gifts and Ministries: God bestows upon all members of His church in every age spiritual gifts which each member is to employ in loving ministry for the common good of the church and of humanity. Given by the agency of the Holy Spirit, who apportions to each member as He wills, the gifts provide all abilities and ministries needed by the church to fulfill its divinely ordained functions. According to the Scriptures, these gifts include such ministries as faith, healing, prophecy, proclamation, teaching, administration, reconciliation, compassion, and self-sacrificing service and charity for the help and encouragement of people. Some members are called of God and endowed by the Spirit for functions recognized by the church in pastoral, evangelistic, apostolic, and teaching ministries particularly needed to equip the members for service, to build up the church to spiritual maturity, and to foster unity of the faith and knowledge of God. When members employ these spiritual gifts as faithful stewards of God's varied grace, the church is protected from the destructive influence of false doctrine, grows with a growth that is from God, and is built up in faith and love. (Rom. 12:4-8; 1 Cor. 12:9-11, 27, 28; Eph. 4:8, 11-16; Acts 6:1-7; 1 Tim. 3:1-13; 1 Peter 4:10, 11.) Return to Top 18. The Gift of Prophecy: One of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is prophecy. This gift is an identifying mark of the remnant church and was manifested in the ministry of Ellen. G. White . As the Lord's messenger, her writings are a continuing and authoritative source of truth which provide for the church comfort, guidance, instruction, and correction. They also make clear that the Bible is the standard by which all teaching and experience must be tested. (Joel 2:28, 29; Acts 2:14-21; Heb. 1:1-3; Rev. 12:17; 19:10.) Return to Top 19. The Law of God: The great principles of God's law are embodied in the Ten Commandments and exemplified in the life of Christ. They express God's love, will, and purposes concerning human conduct and relationships and are binding upon all people in every age. These precepts are the basis of God's covenant with His people and the standard in God's judgment. Through the agency of the Holy Spirit they point out sin and awaken a sense of need for a Saviour. Salvation is all of grace and not of works, but its fruitage is obedience to the Commandments. This obedience develops Christian character and results in a sense of well-being. It is an evidence of our love for the Lord and our concern for our fellow men. The obedience of faith demonstrates the power of Christ to transform lives, and therefore strengthens Christian witness. (Ex. 20:1-17; Ps. 40:7, 8; Matt. 22:36-40; Deut. 28:1-14; Matt. 5:17-20; Heb. 8:8-10; John 15:7-10; Eph. 2:8-10; 1 John 5:3; Rom. 8:3, 4; Ps. 19:7-14.) Return to Top 20. The Sabbath: The beneficent Creator, after the six days of Creation, rested on the seventh day and instituted the Sabbath for all people as a memorial of Creation. The fourth commandment of God's unchangeable law requires the observance of this seventh-day Sabbath as the day of rest, worship, and ministry in harmony with the teaching and practice of Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a day of delightful communion with God and one another. It is a symbol of our redemption in Christ, a sign of our sanctification, a token of our allegiance, and a foretaste of our eternal future in God's kingdom. The Sabbath is God's perpetual sign of His eternal covenant between Him and His people. Joyful observance of this holy time from evening to evening, sunset to sunset, is a celebration of God's creative and redemptive acts. (Gen. 2:1-3; Ex. 20:8-11; Luke 4:16; Isa. 56:5, 6; 58:13, 14; Matt. 12:1-12; Ex. 31:13-17; Eze. 20:12, 20; Deut. 5:12-15; Heb. 4:1-11; Lev. 23:32; Mark 1:32.) Return to Top 21. Stewardship: We are God's stewards, entrusted by Him with time and opportunities, abilities and possessions, and the blessings of the earth and its resources. We are responsible to Him for their proper use. We acknowledge God's ownership by faithful service to Him and our fellow men, and by returning tithes and giving offerings for the proclamation of His gospel and the support and growth of His church. Stewardship is a privilege given to us by God for nurture in love and the victory over selfishness and covetousness. The steward rejoices in the blessings that come to others as a result of his faithfulness. (Gen. 1:26-28; 2:15; 1 Chron. 29:14; Haggai 1:3-11; Mal. 3:8-12; 1 Cor. 9:9-14; Matt. 23:23; 2 Cor. 8:1-15; Rom. 15:26, 27.) Return to Top 22. Christian Behavior: We are called to be a godly people who think, feel, and act in harmony with the principles of heaven. For the Spirit to recreate in us the character of our Lord we involve ourselves only in those things which will produce Christlike purity, health, and joy in our lives. This means that our amusement and entertainment should meet the highest standards of Christian taste and beauty. While recognizing cultural differences, our dress is to be simple, modest, and neat, befitting those whose true beauty does not consist of outward adornment but in the imperishable ornament of a gentle and quiet spirit. It also means that because our bodies are the temples of the Holy Spirit, we are to care for them intelligently. Along with adequate exercise and rest, we are to adopt the most healthful diet possible and abstain from the unclean foods identified in the Scriptures. Since alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and the irresponsible use of drugs and narcotics are harmful to our bodies, we are to abstain from them as well. Instead, we are to engage in whatever brings our thoughts and bodies into the discipline of Christ, who desires our wholesomeness, joy, and goodness. (Rom. 12:1, 2; 1 John 2:6; Eph. 5:1-21; Phil. 4:8; 2 Cor. 10:5; 6:14-7:1; 1 Peter 3:1-4; 1 Cor. 6:19, 20; 10:31; Lev. 11:1-47; 3 John 2.) Return to Top 23. Marriage and the Family: Marriage was divinely established in Eden and affirmed by Jesus to be a lifelong union between a man and a woman in loving companionship. For the Christian a marriage commitment is to God as well as to the spouse, and should be entered into only between partners who share a common faith. Mutual love, honor, respect, and responsibility are the fabric of this relationship, which is to reflect the love, sanctity, closeness, and permanence of the relationship between Christ and His church. Regarding divorce, Jesus taught that the person who divorces a spouse, except for fornication, and marries another, commits adultery. Although some family relationships may fall short of the ideal, marriage partners who fully commit themselves to each other in Christ may achieve loving unity through the guidance of the Spirit and the nurture of the church. God blesses the family and intends that its members shall assist each other toward complete maturity. Parents are to bring up their children to love and obey the Lord. By their example and their words they are to teach them that Christ is a loving disciplinarian, ever tender and caring, who wants them to become members of His body, the family of God. Increasing family closeness is one of the earmarks of the final gospel message. (Gen. 2:18-25; Matt. 19:3-9; John 2:1-11; 2 Cor. 6:14; Eph. 5:21-33; Matt. 5:31, 32; Mark 10:11, 12; Luke 16:18; 1 Cor. 7:10, 11; Ex. 20:12; Eph. 6:1-4; Deut. 6:5-9; Prov. 22:6; Mal. 4:5, 6.) Return to Top 24. Christ's Ministry in the Heavenly Sanctuary: There is a sanctuary in heaven, the true tabernacle which the Lord set up and not man. In it Christ ministers on our behalf, making available to believers the benefits of His atoning sacrifice offered once for all on the cross. He was inaugurated as our great High Priest and began His intercessory ministry at the time of His ascension. In 1844, at the end of the prophetic period of 2300 days, He entered the second and last phase of His atoning ministry. It is a work of investigative judgment which is part of the ultimate disposition of all sin, typified by the cleansing of the ancient Hebrew sanctuary on the Day of Atonement. In that typical service the sanctuary was cleansed with the blood of animal sacrifices, but the heavenly things are purified with the perfect sacrifice of the blood of Jesus. The investigative judgment reveals to heavenly intelligences who among the dead are asleep in Christ and therefore, in Him, are deemed worthy to have part in the first resurrection. It also makes manifest who among the living are abiding in Christ, keeping the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus, and in Him, therefore, are ready for translation into His everlasting kingdom. This judgment vindicates the justice of God in saving those who believe in Jesus. It declares that those who have remained loyal to God shall receive the kingdom. The completion of this ministry of Christ will mark the close of human probation before the Second Advent. (Heb. 8:1-5; 4:14-16; 9:11-28; 10:19-22; 1:3; 2:16, 17; Dan. 7:9-27; 8:13, 14; 9:24-27; Num. 14:34; Eze. 4:6; Lev. 16; Rev. 14:6, 7; 20:12; 14:12; 22:12.) Return to Top 25. The Second Coming of Christ: The second coming of Christ is the blessed hope of the church, the grand climax of the gospel. The Saviour's coming will be literal, personal, visible, and worldwide. When He returns, the righteous dead will be resurrected, and together with the righteous living will be glorified and taken to heaven, but the unrighteous will die. The almost complete fulfillment of most lines of prophecy, together with the present condition of the world, indicates that Christ's coming is imminent. The time of that event has not been revealed, and we are therefore exhorted to be ready at all times. (Titus 2:13; Heb. 9:28; John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11; Matt. 24:14; Rev. 1:7; Matt. 24:43, 44; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; 1 Cor. 15:51-54; 2 Thess. 1:7-10; 2:8; Rev. 14:14-20; 19:11-21; Matt. 24; Mark 13; Luke 21; 2 Tim. 3:1-5; 1 Thess. 5:1-6.) Return to Top 26. Death and Resurrection: The wages of sin is death. But God, who alone is immortal, will grant eternal life to His redeemed. Until that day death is an unconscious state for all people. When Christ, who is our life, appears, the resurrected righteous and the living righteous will be glorified and caught up to meet their Lord. The second resurrection, the resurrection of the unrighteous, will take place a thousand years later. (Rom. 6:23; 1 Tim. 6:15, 16; Eccl. 9:5, 6; Ps. 146:3, 4; John 11:11-14; Col. 3:4; 1 Cor. 15:51-54; 1 Thess. 4:13-17; John 5:28, 29; Rev. 20:1-10.) Return to Top 27. The Millennium and the End of Sin: The millennium is the thousand-year reign of Christ with His saints in heaven between the first and second resurrections. During this time the wicked dead will be judged; the earth will be utterly desolate, without living human inhabitants, but occupied by Satan and his angels. At its close Christ with His saints and the Holy City will descend from heaven to earth. The unrighteous dead will then be resurrected, and with Satan and his angels will surround the city; but fire from God will consume them and cleanse the earth. The universe will thus be freed of sin and sinners forever. (Rev. 20; 1 Cor. 6:2, 3; Jer. 4:23-26; Rev. 21:1-5; Mal. 4:1; Eze. 28:18, 19.) Return to Top 28. The New Earth: On the new earth, in which righteousness dwells, God will provide an eternal home for the redeemed and a perfect environment for everlasting life, love, joy, and learning in His presence. For here God Himself will dwell with His people, and suffering and death will have passed away. The great controversy will be ended, and sin will be no more. All things, animate and inanimate, will declare that God is love; and He shall reign forever. Amen. (2 Peter 3:13; Isa. 35; 65:17-25; Matt. 5:5; Rev. 21:1-7; 22:1-5; 11:15.) Return to Top Thu, 2 Aug 2007 21:50:39 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=121 Highland View Academy is a coeducational secondary school for the purpose of providing quality Christian-centered education. The primary objective of this school is to help each student personally experience the unconditional love of God through the redemption in His Son, and the restoration of His image. Also, don't miss out on the latest HVA campus minstries. Fri, 22 Jun 2007 03:03:24 MST http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fullylive.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=75 Click here to search the Bible in any version for specific passages or topics. 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