SHE WITNESSED ON THE GO
by Lesonie Walker When Myret Howson-Stewart encountered Erwin Rodrigo in the parking lot for just three minutes, she had no idea she was pointing him to Christ. Myret was leaving Miami to start a job in New York. While loading her car, a man from the neighborhood approached and remarked, "I see
MAGABOOK STUDENTS SHINE FOR JESUS
by Les McCoy Florida Conference sponsored two MagaBook programs this winter at Fort Myers and Lady Lake Churches. From mid-December through January, 49 students contacted more than 75,000 people for Christ. They delivered more than 6,000 books, prayed with more than 10,000 people, and received $86,636 in donations with 70% going
DEPARTMENTAL STAFF CHANGES
Murray Cooper Named Associate Superintendent for Administration Murray Cooper was voted Associate Superintendent for Administration in the Office of Education, September 29, 2014, by the Florida Conference Executive Committee. Since his arrival at the beginning of November, he has visited every Conference school and has begun working extensively with teachers and
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FAITHFULNESS TO GOD
by Conrad Duncan Florida Conference General Vice President In spite of the increased ministry activities and the growing challenges of 2014, you joined our pastors and other employees in faithfulness to God. We started the year with much faith and prayer that God would bless His work in Florida Conference, and He answered
A SPECIAL INVITATION TO 2015 FLORIDA CAMP MEETINGS
by Mike Cauley, D.Min. Florida Conference President It's time for Camp Meeting 2015! I believe the Lord has led in the selection of speakers, seminar presenters, and committed, talented musicians. I am convinced that you will find this Camp Meeting to be one of the most inspirational you'll have ever experienced. Please
PORTERS CELEBRATE 65TH ANNIVERSARY
Ernest and Patricia Porter celebrated their 65th anniversary on June 4, 2014. Ernest and the former Patricia Lein were married at Trinity Union Methodist Church in Providence, R.I. Ernest began working with the Highway Department in Rhode Island while serving as a volunteer fireman for 15 years. He was employed as
KOSSICKS CELEBRATE 65TH ANNIVERSARY
John Kossick and Betty Kasper were married April 23, 1950, in Akron First Church, Ohio, after meeting at a bus stop one year earlier to the day. After 65 years, John says, "Betty is the jewel God gave me. Her smile is the best part of the day." John served in
FRIENDS BECOME FAMILY AT FLORIDA LIVING
by Betty Kossick Known as a place where friends become family, Florida Living Retirement Community (FLRC), Apopka, is celebrating 50 years of service. The combined dreams of visionaries Arthur Guenther, D.D.S, and Kenneth Wright of an affordable facility for retired church workers and lay members were realized on September 12, 1965. Early
BÉTHESDA FRENCH LEHIGH CHURCH MEMBERS DEDICATE NEW FACILITY
by Gladys Neigel Béthesda French Lehigh Church building and complex in Lehigh Acres, Fla., was dedicated on December 6, 2014. This congregation of more than 135 members purchased a 19,544-square-foot property that contained a church facility of 12,800 square feet for their worship needs, plus rental property for two businesses, a