FLORIDA PATHFINDERS ARE FOREVER FAITHFUL
StatisticsWhat 2014 International Pathfinder Camporee---the largest Adventist youth event in the world. When August 11-16, 2014. Where 704 acres on the grounds of the Experimental Aircraft Association in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Theme Forever Faithful. Purpose To claim, reclaim, and retain youth for Christ and His Church. Numbers 47,000 Pathfinders from more than 50 countries. Quotes"I come to Camporees to meet new people, get
WILL I LEAVE A LEGACY?
by Phil Bond, director of Florida Conference Development and Planned Giving Christian Estate Planning is the act of arranging your assets in a way that provides for yourself, your family, and the Lord's work---while you are alive and when you are gone. It is good stewardship. "But if any provide not for his
UMATILLA CHURCH EXPANDS SPACE FOR MINISTRIES
by Geri Bower, Julien Joachim, Heather Markham, Becky Russell On September 21, 2014, Umatilla, Fla., Church members dedicated the newly purchased Hill Top Plaza adjoining the church property. Interim Pastor Albert Ellis led the dedication with Florida Conference Vice President Conrad Duncan offering words of encouragement. One week later, the Community Service Food
FLORIDA LIVING ARTISANS EXHIBIT WORK
by Betty Kossick Residents and friends of Florida Living Retirement Community (FLRC) in Apopka, Fla., recently held a two-day fine arts, crafts, and hobbies show highlighting their talents in recent and past accomplishments. While browsing through 23 exhibits, attendees gained new perspectives about the talented artisans. "I'm excited about the variety of arts
MARGATE CHURCH HOLDS WOMEN'S MINISTRIES DAY
by Julia Tedim "Whatever we are going through, it is important to remember that Jesus paid the price," said Sharon Roberts during a sermon for Women's Ministries Day at Margate, Fla., Church on September 20. "We are too blessed to be stressed." The acronym of GRACE (God's Riches At Christ's Expense)
PORT CHARLOTTE VBS HIGHLIGHTS FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT
by Lynn Price Children at the Fruits of the Spirit Vacation Bible School (VBS) in Port Charlotte, Fla., planted corn and learned how to garden by providing water, light, and soil. "This process is just how Jesus plants His seed of love in the children's hearts so they can grow to
DONNA G. BURSKE COMMISSIONED
Donna G. Burske, Winter Park Memorial Hospital Senior Chaplain, was commissioned on January 23, 2015 As a child of missionaries, Donna grew up in Vietnam and the Philippines. A call to ministry during academy was renewed years later. For eight years, she has served as senior chaplain at Winter Park Memorial
BAGS OF LOVE COMFORT KIDS IN CRISIS
by Betty Kossick "Kids really love the bags. They get so excited," said Christina Gosch, an aide with Seminole County Child Protective Services, as she collected 20 Bags of Love in Apopka. Bags of Love are lovingly created by Florida Living Retirement Community residents and Florida Living Church members with assistance from
LAUDERHILL ADVENTURERS WALK FOR DOWN SYNDROME
by Dave Adden The Lauderhill, Fla., Church Pioneer Adventurer Club, led by Director Jacqueline Richards, participated for the second consecutive year in the Buddy Walk and 5K Run. The event, held October 19, 2014, supports those born with Down syndrome. Two Adventurers, Timothy Richards and Kyle Wilson, reached the finish line. Event