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CONFERENCE CRIER
MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 1999
WELCOME TO HOLLAND
On August 1, 1999, 625 Seventh Day Baptists came from all over
the United States and Canada to join together for worship and praise
and business at the lovely Hope College located in Holland Michigan.
President Norma Rudert welcomed the 187th General Conference of Seventh
Day Baptists. We are looking forward to a beautiful and productive week.
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WHY IS HOLINESS SO ELUSIVE?
The first evening of Conference began with a glorious praise time.
As usual, the music of our group is truly inspiring. The walls rang with
our praise as we "Shouted out to our Awesome God." The worship service
was lead by Alvin Bernard of the Miami, FL, SDB church. Special music was
provided by the "Gaslighters", a men's quartet which included Gary Branch,
a childhood member of the White Cloud SDB Church and Gigi Hines, daughter
of our esteemed President, Norma Rudert.
Pastor Andy Samuels, Miami, Florida, brought us a message on the
Elusiveness of Holiness. Pastor Samuels stated that holiness is a mandate
from God. Holiness comes from Jesus Christ and it is a process. There
are five steps that will bring people to holiness.
1. Knowledge -
Am I learning more about the content and meaning of the Bible?
2. Perspective -
Am I seeing more clearly from God's point of view?
3. Conviction -
Am I valuing more what is important to God?
4. Character -
Am I becoming more like Christ?
5. Skills -
Am I doing better what God has made me to do?
Worship service concluded with a hymn " Whiter Than Snow" and an
organ postlude performed by Oscar Burdick.
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Conference Business
The opening business session of conference offered a few surprises.
The General Council gave their report. Their report included the
announcement of a new Executive Secretary. Dr. Lewis H.V. (Pete) May will
begin his service as Executive Secretary on October 1, 1999 with his wife,
Nancy, as his Administrative Assistant.
Other new executives who were introduced at that time were the Rev.
Gabriel Bejjani as Dean and Director of Pastoral Services and the Rev.
Andrew Camenga as Executive Director of the Board of Christian Education.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
*Congratulations to Darwin and Becky VanHorn for 25 years of marriage on
August 3.
*Congratulations also to Don and Norma Rudert for 50 years of marriage on
July 30.
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YO!
LEADERS OF CONFERENCE SABBATH SCHOOL CLASSES:
Meet Tuesday during the dinner hour in the cafeteria by the windows to
choose rooms and promos at 5:30.
At Phelps 203, see
Dave C. Clarke if you
can't meet Tuesday at 5:30.
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PLAN AHEAD
Remember the seminars that are coming up on Tuesday and Thursday
afternoons. Be sure to plan ahead because some of the seminars are only
given one time.
Tuesday, first session:
¥ Presiding Over a Church Business Meeting -- James Skaggs
¥ What Church Treasurers Should Know -- Stephen Pierce
¥ The International Christian Family -- Dr. Dale Thorngate
¥ Becoming Whole and Holy -- Rev. Melicent Vergeer.
Tuesday, Second Session
¥ The International Church Family -- Dr. Dale Thorngate
¥ Foundations for the Dream -- Rev. John Camenga
¥ Special Needs Persons -- Rev. Christian Mattison
¥ The Intersection of Church and State -- Dr. James Dunn
Thursday
¥ Becoming Whole and Holy -- Rev. Meliicent Vergeer - a
continuation of Tuesday
¥ The Fully Gifted Creation Perspective -- Dr. Howard VanTill
¥ Special Needs Persons - Rev. Christian Mattison.
¥ Intersection of Church and State -- Dr. James Dunn
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A Roadmap to Holiness
Dr. Paul Manuel
Dr. Manuel gave a tour of the quest for Holiness. He pointed out
that there are four aspects to holiness that we need to be cogniscient
of. The four aspects are Personal Holiness, Spatial Holiness, Material
Holiness, and Temporal Holiness.
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We wish to express our sympathy to the Family of Loyal Pedersen who
passed away unexpectedly Friday Morning.
CONFERENCE CRIER
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3, 1999
Youth Pre-Con
by: Peter Fox
This is the second year I had the opportunity of going to Youth
Pre-Con. The camp was held at a church camp facility called Camp
Manitou. It is difficult to know where to start. I think I'll start
at the very beginning -- a very good place to start. Leaving from Ohio
at 8:30 Wednesday morning, it took about seven hours to get to Pre-Con,
including stops. When I first arrived, I saw little arched shelters
dotting the field bordering the driveway about three feet high. "I
hope that's not where we're sleeping," I told my grandparents. It turns
out these were pig shelters. Shew!
I was not the first one to arrive at camp Manitou so I had some friends
to catch up with while waiting for things to start.
The director of Youth Pre-con was Pastor Andrew Samuels. Through-out the
week Pastor Andy shared with us his wisdom and knowledge along with a few
jokes. On staff were Pastor Larry Graffius (Marlboro, NJ), Pastor David
Thorngate (Boulder, CO), John Pethel(Salem, WV), and Debbie Moncrief
(Shiloh, NJ). These people are to be commended for their willingness to put
up with us -- or labeled insane.......
Camp Manitou was a near perfect place to hold Pre-con. There was a
rather large lake behind the camp. With the stifling heat and humidity, the
swimming and boat rides were a fun way to cool off. There was even a sand
beach for building sand castles.
The theme for the week was "Choices." We met in small groups throughout
the day and learned more about ourselves and how to make choices that
would be right in God's eyes.
As Sabbath rolled around the youth put together a worship service of
praise songs and personal testimonies. Pastor Andy gave us a lesson on how
to determine our purpose in life. We must look at our SHAPE: Spiritual
gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences. When we look at our
shape, our purpose can be discovered
As everyone packed up to leave for conference on Sunday we reflected
upon the past few days. Despite heat and more than a few bits and stings
from insects, the SDB youth had a wonderful time at Pre-con '99.
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Monday Evening Worship
by Mrs. Donna Bond
"The Heart of Holiness is Humility"
One of our favorite annual treats is the evening vespers service when
the Youth Pre-Conners glorify God with their talents. Monday evening in
Holland was no exception!
Led by Christina Thorngate, thirty plus high school age Christians
blessed us with a number of songs, scriptures and dialog. Randy Kirsten
brought a standing ovation for the group when he donned a bright orange
helmet and challenged us to "put on our helmets for Christ -- to stand out
in a crowd."
As a prelude to the worship service, organist Oscar Burdick opened
"Music Appreciation 101" files in our gray matter by explaining, and then
performing, "God of Grace and God of Glory."
David Bell further prepared out hearts as worship leader, and Stephan
Saunders directed the Conference Choir in a beautiful rendition of "The
King of Love My Shepherd Is." Our good ol' SDB congregational singing
raised goose bumps on this writer's arms in spite of our air conditioning
deficit.
With an impressive bibliography of scripture passages, Pastor Bill
Burks shared his ideas on the humility of Christ as the path to holiness.
He first contrasted modern secular Humanism (rejection of absolute truth)
and Hedonism ("if it feels good, do it") with Paul's description of
humility in Philippians 2:1-11.
Pastor Burks then discussed the conditions requiring humility: the
encouragement of unity, the comfort of Christ's love and passionate mercy.
Requirements for humility include to not do works for one's own glory.,
to respect others (yes, even in a church business meeting), to not let
personal interests become back-stabbing power struggles, to be more
concerned about our neighbors salvation tan whether the Packers will win,
and to listen to the mind of Christ already present in us.
The supreme humility of Christ is demonstrated throughout this passage
and elsewhere as we see that Christ did not cling to his equality with
God (i.e. he "backed off' at times). He became a servant on occasion , he
humbled himself as a common man and He was obedient even in suffering on
the cross.
Finally, because Jesus was humble, He became exalted as every knee
shall bow, every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, "and each
confession will bring glory to God.""
In Summary, real Christ-like humility requires that in order to be
exalted, one must first be humbled.
Pastor Burks offered the opportunity to bring our humble needs to Jesus
as the congregation sang "I Surrender All."
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CAN YOU WRITE?
CRIER Writers Needed!!!! Please apply at Conference Office. NO
qualifications required! No Experience Necessary!
!!! ANNOUNCEMENTS !!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Ruthanne Cain
Sweet Sixteen Today, 8/3/99
!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!
Laundry Exchange -- Turn in your linens
Wednesday 9 - 11 a.m.
In your dorm Lobby
Exchange 1 for 1
You are invited to meet with the SDB Missionary Society workers in the
first floor lounge of Cook Hall between 4 & 5 p.m. each day. The
following will give you a suggested schedule of emphasis:
TUESDAY -- National work
WEDNESDAY -- National & International
THURSDAY -- National & international
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CONGRATULATIONS!!
LITTLE ROCK SDB CHURCH
WILL BE CELEBRATING THEIR
40TH ANNIVERSARY
IN OCTOBER
CALVIN BABCOCK -- KEYNOTE SPEAKER
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TOTAL REGISTRATION -- 627
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POTHOLES AND PITFALLS
TUES 8:30 A.M. BIBLE STUDY/
DR. PETE AND NANCY MAY
By Susan Bond
There's been a burden of unholiness on the human race throughout
history, but once in awhile someone comes along whose holy aspirations
make a difference. With this thought in mind, Dr. Pete May introduced
such a one: Phoebe Palmer (AKA Nancy May) from 19th Century New York
where she lived with her doctor husband.
Phoebe told how, in 1830, at the age of 23, she began weekly meetings
for the purpose of seeking holiness which went on for twenty years. In
regard to woman's place in the church and society, she felt strongly that
whatever a woman was called to should be met with dignity, wisdom and
womanly grace.
PITFALL :feeling not good enough
to do a task
or feeling too good about
one's ability
During the course of the ministry begun by Phoebe, 25,000 were led to
Christ, prisoners were visited, homeless were sheltered, and children were
educated.
Phoebe outlined a 3-step process for entire sanctification (the second
distinct work of grace):
1. Consecration
2. Exercise faith
3. Testimony (testify publicly
what God has done in my heart).
Asserting that "God did not ask me to wait to receive the blessing of
holiness but to take possession of it," Mrs. Palmer went on to ask, "Why
don't we?" Answer: "We fall into the PITFALL of ourselves....Give yourself
WHOLLY - not holy - to the Lord."
Phoebe Palmer left us in a holy hush as she recited words from one of
her hymns: "Amazing Grace--Tis heaven below to feel the blood applied..."
Then Dr. Pete ushered us back to the present with the conviction that
one huge pothole on our path to holiness is time wasting or time
stealing. This culprit, having existed through the years, has changed
it's appearance from cars and movies -- when Pete was a teenager -- to
PCs to TVs. Time-stealing has increased exponentially since these news
things are always with us.
A second pothole is society's change in definition of sin. For example,
homosexuality is not longer defined as a psychopathic behavior but as an
alternate life-style.
"Dr. Pete made it clear that he'd rather not talk about the potholes
but the God who lifts us out of them. He then testified how God's timing
worked for his family's benefit and for God's glory as events unfolded,
leading them to live in the only city in the United States that educates
deaf children to speak -- before they even knew their own child was deaf.
(Still facing questions about why some potholes seem to appear on the
path of obedience, Dr. Pete invited his listeners to bring their own
potholed faith-walk experiences to him.)
Edifying us with the following scriptures, Dr. Pete remind us that God
is a Person of justice, might and compassion. If our prayer fits into a
chance for Jesus Christ to bring glory to His Father, it will be answered.
See Romans 12:2, Psalm 121, Isaiah 40, Isaiah 55: 6-10; Matthew 18: 19-20,
and John 14: 12-14.
At the Bible Study's close, Amanda Snyder testified to the wonder of
God's perfect timing as she sang Psalm 121. (Neither she and her
accompanist Peggy Chroniger nor Dr. Pete knew that the three in concert
would be proclaiming this Psalm. Glory to God!)
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Monday Youth Activity
by Kristina Watt
Last night, August 2, 1999, the youth met in the Kletz to gather for
the youth activity. When we were all there we walked together to the
Heath Building where the pool and the gym are located.
Some swam and others played in the gym. A few tried to go upstairs
and ride the exercise bikes, however, they got yelled at and got so
scared they left.
In the pool an amazing thing happened. While people were enjoying
mingling with friends, Christopher VanHorn was dared to go off the high
dive. It seemed as if her was scared of heights, or maybe he was scared
he'd mess up, either way, he got up there and climbed back down. Everyone
was disappointed. However, he didn't let us down. A few minutes later he
got back up there and thought for a while. After a few seconds he did the
best dive I saw all night on either of the boards. As the night went on,
he continued to do five more beautiful dives. A congratulations must go
out to him on overcoming whatever was wrong in the beginning.
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!!! CONGRATULATIONS !!!
Pastor Harold and Kathy King
August 3, 1968
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Pastor Bernie
Hits the Air Waves
At ten this Morning Pastor Bernie Wethington of the White Cloud
Seventh Day Baptist Church was interviewed on Holland's West Michigan
CBS affiliate. He shared the gift of the Sabbath with those who were
listening.
Pastor Bernie reports that his broadcast was well received and that
there were several individuals who called in with questions concerning
such things as the difference between SDB and SDA conferences. Others
asked about the foundation of our belief and practice, and other
important issues.
Pastor Bernie invited the community to share with us in our seminars
and worship services. We wish to thank Pastor Bernie for his fine
representation of the interests of the denomination.
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Did you attend a Seminar today?
They are planned to help enlighten you!
Jim Skaggs presented a seminar on how to run a church business
meeting. Jim pointed out the need to be fair in the meetings and not
appear as though, as the one presiding over the meeting, you favor one
side or another. He also pointed out that in being fair, it is unwise
to invoke God's favor on one side or another in the prayers before or
after the meeting.
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WHAT / WHERE is John Vergeer's Hometown?
What was John's favorite pastime in his hometown?
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A special note of Thanks goes out to Brett Greene for his excellent
contribution to last night's worship Service. Brett shared his talent
on the organ accompanying Charlotte Chroniger on the Organ.
CONFERENCE CRIER
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 1999
Seminar on The Intentional Christian Family
By Mrs. Donna Bond
Tuesday afternoon's seminar, "The Intentional Christian Family," was a
mini-condensation of Dr. Dale Thorngate's Marriage and Family course at
-Teikyo University. Sociological developments have impacted, for better or
worse, the very nature of the family as we have left the family farm, had
fewer children and led longer livers.
Very often our young adults have had to leave their extended families to
find employment; in these cases, churches have had a tremendous opportunity
and responsibility to become the extended family. (It was pointed out in
discussion that the Bible's use of the word "family" nearly always refers
to the extended family.) Increased longevity has given additional
responsibility to adult "children" caring for aging parents along with
their own offspring. The Marriage vow, "until death do us part" may mean
a fifty year commitment rather than the twenty years afforded to our
ancestors. This phenomenon is particularly significant when children leave
home and middle aged parents become re-acquainted in an empty, lonely
house.
Since Dr. Thorngate's course is primarily directed at college students,
his challenge is to "think about what it means to be married" and to
intentionally become a family. The very basic unit of society is the
family wherein differing needs are met and leadership is developed.
Dr. Thorngate listed on the board fourteen characteristics of an
intentional Christian family, giving a brief verbal explanation of each.
He stressed that this was not a prioritized list but that all qualities
are necessary and are inter-related. These are:
a) Interdependence with just enough
independence to prevent co-depen-
dence.
b) Clear, sensitive communication con-
sisting of talking and listening as
"God gave us each one mouth and
two ears."
c) Intimacy which shares hopes,
dreams, and feelings as well as ex-
pressions of passion.
d) Intentional commitment to fully
participate in this relationship.
e) Fidelity to keep intimacy within the
family boundaries
f) Trust that each family member will be
accountable for living within the
boundaries.
g) Risk of loss of partner or that a family
member will make a mistake.
h) Forgiveness even when offenses are
remembered as lessons learned to
prevent further injury.
i) Reconciliation after an offense has
been forgiven.
J) Love as an act of the will.
k) Respect for oneself, the partner, and
the relationship itself.
l) Compromise in appreciating one
another's point of view.
m) Nurturance providing for understanding,
growth, and maturity.
n) A religious foundation to provide for
moral principles and a world view.
Dr. Thorngate concluded by stating that every individual needs a
spiritual base to provide a personal sense of security and purpose in the
larger community. If our faith is strong, our family will be strong; if
our family is strong, our faith will influence the community in which we
live.
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Message from John Conrod
It was a joy to log in today and find the Crier waiting for me. I
remember visiting Holland when Conference met at Calvin College. I also
want to wish the best to Pete and Nancy May. I believe they will do a
great work for the Lord and for Seventh Day Baptists.
THE FISHERMAN'S NET LIBRARY had an announcement to make as well. We
have added a link to a Christian Music Radio Station broadcasting on the
Internet. Please check it out when you get a chance at --
Agape,
John Conrod
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The Obligation of Holiness
is Obedience
We were treated to another lovely Conference Chapel Service as Pastor
Steven James developed the topic of "Extreme Obedience."
The worship service began with a reading of the Scientist's Psalm
which looked at praise to the Creator through the eyes of a scientist.
After prayer the choir presented "By One Sprit." An adaptation of Romans
12 was orally interpreted by Andrew Camenga (worship leader), John Pethel,
and John Mark Camenga.
Pastor James made seven points as he 1) examined the definition of
obedience; recognizing that true obedience can only come for a humble
heart. He reiterated that obedience is best. 2) Exemplified by the
sacrifice of Jesus Christ as he gave up his position to be obedient even
unto death on the cross. Obedience is 3)expected of us by God. We can
point to 4)numerous excuses for our lack of total obedience, but it does
not absolve us of our responsibility to meet God's expecta-tion of total
obedience. The family of Jonadab was 5)extolled by God through Jeremiah
for their demonstration of obedience over three hundred years. Peter
6)exhorted the early church to greater obedience. Finally, we were
challenged to 7)explore our own life experience with obedience and
specifically to look at our Sabbath observance and bring it in line with
our obedience to the other commandments.
Our closing challenge was a solo performance by John Mark Camenga,
"What Can I Do?" It was a thoughtful take home message that summarized
the obligation of holiness.
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Separation of Church and Government
Phil Hazen
Dr. James Dunn, Baptist Joint Committee, Washington, DC spoke at the
2:30 workshop. He gave strong defense of the BJC work on separation of
church and government. Historically, Baptists believe that no taxes
should be used to support any religion including religious schools. Any
government regulation should be the minimum, e.g. common fire and health
regulations.
He discussed the controversial stand of the BJC against school
vouchers. He implied that school vouchers were a form of government
subsidy to private and religious schools and not a return of taxes.
With government subsidy would come government control. However, Dr.
Dunn left little time for opposing views and concerns. Some of which
are that public schools are allowed to teach homosexuality as an
appropriate alternative life style, relaxed discipline and that they
receive 50% of local property tax revenues.
Dr. Dunn proposed stronger citizen participation by Christians to
address the concerns.
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WATER SPORTS ARE FUN
but not in the dorms!
Water guns & water balloons are awesome but..............
they must be played with outside
THE OUTDOOR WATER GAMES MUST END BY
THE MIDNIGHT CURFEW
PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL
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RON AND CHRISTINE DAVIS
will be celebrating their
25th Anniversary
Sabbath, Aug. 14th @ 2:00 pm
Indianapolis, IN
If you will be in the area, please come and help us celebrate!
*Please contact their children, Emily, Nathan or Holly for more
information
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Attendance
Associated Conference - 80
Pastors-60
Total - 627
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Foundations For the Dream
Rev. John Camenga, who was instrumental in the Daytona Beach church's
recent expansion, conducted a workshop for churches thinking about
changing facilities. He discussed the 20/20 rule. A church is too empty
if it is only 20% full, and suffers "facility strangulation" if less than
20% is empty. Any church considering a facilities change needs to start
each step with prayer. The first step is the Dream--a brainstorming of
ideas for ministry. Second, the church must Discover it's neighborhood
and community. Third, they should Define their goals and develop floor
plans before hiring an architect. Fourth is the Design session. An
architect is necessary to insure the roof works, to pay attention to
appearance and aesthetics, and to insure local codes are followed. During
the Development stage, one person should be designated to deal with
contractors, and the church must consider the pros and cons of volunteer
labor.
Pastor John has a wealth of material , ideas and suggestions for
anyone considering making a change in facilities.
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HEY! Who was that Medical Doctor out throwing rocks at the window after
curfew?
Who is going to look out for him to make sure he is in by curfew?
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Highlights of Wednesday Morning
Business Meeting
¥SDB Tracts are being revised.
¥Leadline is on-line.
¥Individuals are encouraged to give to the SDB United Relief Fund.
¥Rev. Andrew Camenga will be the Executive Director of the Board of
Christian Education.
¥Aubrey Appel is re-appointed as editor of the Beacon with great
appreciation.
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John Vergeer's hometown is Holland.
His pastime is watching the TRAINS.
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study
By Lori Bird
"Service Stations" was the topic of
Pastor Robert VanHorn's Bible Study. A very entertaining, but
appropriate skit was used to demonstrate how full service gas stations
operate.
Since the church is people, we need to be responsible service stations
taking care of the needs of all peoples. What can we do for service as
individual in our own communities? That question must be answered to
take care of God's people wherever they are not matter how unlovely,
repelling or whatever the case may be. We must be obedient to God's
authority. How can the church family be involved? You must meet the
people and then share Christ's message.
Be a "full" service station. Check under the hood, see what the
problem is, fix the radiator leak, use the proper oil and keep the
windshield clean to be able to see where you are going.
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"Friggin', Let's Rock the House"
Johnmark Camenga
The theme for Young Adult Pre-Con this year was "Let's Rock the House."
This phrase may confuse you if you were not there. The idea underlying
the theme is this: we must build our lives (the house) on Jesus Christ
(the Rock).
As I've had occasion to sit or stand and think about all that happened
at Pre-Con, I haven't been able not to thank God. There were amazing
individual and collective triumphs. To mention any of these would be
neglectful and to mention all of these would be impossible. I encourage
you all to flag down a Pre-Conner and ask any questions you might have.
Pre-Con was full of people on fire for and in search of God. Miraculous,
life changing events have given us all a lot to share.
The Lord chose YA Pre-Con as the medium through which He would reach
many. As we learned to Rock the house, we discovered that, all too often,
the house must be broken down so that the foundation may be exposed and
kept or exposed and replaced.
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Some Thoughts on the Beginning and Ending of the Millenniums
Ron Ellis
The beginning and ending of number sequences seem to have been
abandoned as we approach the end of the 20th Century.
Follow with me, if you will. When we count a decade of numbers, we
count 1 - 10, 11 - 20 etc., the 10, the 20, are the last number in the
decade. Now count a century. 1 - 100. Now let's do a millennium. 1 -
1000, the last number is 1000. Therefore our current millennium is
counted 1901 - 2000, the last year of the millennium being 2000. That
makes the year 2001 the beginning of the new millennium, NOT 2000. We
count our years by the year in which we are in, i.e.: we are now in the
year 1999, not in the year following it. We call the current century
the 20th Century, the century we are in, though the numbers of the
century are the 19xx sequence of numbers. Therefore we will be in the
least year of the millennium during the year 2000, not 1999.
It seems the media, even our government has been swept up in a hype
that is founded on false assumptions. The false assumption, probably,
(at least in my thinking) has developed out of the concerns for impending
computer problems when computer clocks roll to the year 99, the much
addressed Y2K problem. Sorry, Y2K and the New millennium are NOT
synonymous.
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The Women's Craft Table for SCSC has made
$510 as of Wednesday morning.
My thanks to Butch Hibbard who scanned Thursday's and Friday's Criers and
sent them to me. Enjoy. -David Taylor
CONFERENCE CRIER
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5, 1999
A Start on the Right Foot
by Christine Lindo
This Is the first year I have attended Conference for Its duration. I am
very happy I was able to do so.
To get here, we left Toronto very early. We had no difficulties on the
way, and got here without any mishap. Our vehicles were in proper
condition and ate up the miles to convey us to our destination, Holland,
Michigan. I guess you could say we started on the right foot., with the
right guide (our Lord and Father).
We got registered and settled in ready to begin another journey, a week
at conference. Would my expectations be fulflUed? Would my joy overflow?
Would I still be happy that I came? But, of course!
Conference started on the right foot. Sunday night started with a
rousing time of praise and worship. This was followed by a powerful
message delivered by God's instrument, Pastor Andrew Samuels.
Focusing on the Conference theme, Pastor Samuels gave a five step
process to holiness --knowledge; perspective; conviction; character; and
skills. He said we should:
know the Word of God
have the mind of God
have the heart of God
have the character of Christ and become Christlike.
do all to the Glory of God.
Wow!! Conference was hopping all right. Man!! I was energii:ed. I went
to get on the Crest of the wave.
But Wait! Next morning what a slamdunk! "Roadmap to Holiness," awesome!
We got some good stuff to help us walk the path to holiness and also to
keep holy.
My eyes popped wide open as Dr. Paul Manual said, "holiness is not an
option." Yea, that's true. When God says "Do A," we must not, should not
do B. I know that I should do A but God understands.
Wake up! Not an Option! It is mandatory to do as He, God, commands. It
is imperative to be Holy.
Oh yes. We started on the right foot. I pray when we leave here we keep
on the right foot; don't forget what we have learned.
"Be Ye Holy for I am Holy."
The light of Holiness Is...
by Kathy King
The Wednesday evening worship service taught us that the light of
Holinyss is LOVE. It was an exciting evening with the congregation
singing a rousing rendition of "Wonderful Grace of Jesus" and the Choir
performing "Reach Out and Touch," an arrangement by Amanda Snyder. We
were also treated with some wonderful music ky "Spiritual Harmony," a
group from Torontb comprised of Jeff Sinclair, Omari Rhoden, Jamaal
Fyffe, and Keith Ashley.
Pastor David Taylor's excellent message pointed out how we often
struggle with this thing called love. He pointed out that all through
the Bible Jesus had to keep reminding people to love one another. The
greatest thing we are to do in our lives is also the hardest
love one another. Love is not something you feel, just an emotion, but
rather it is a discipline. Pastor Taylor said that love is an act of
will and that when we make vows they are promises for when the ecstasy
of "feeling in love" is not present.
Bold love requfres sacrifice, takes courage, offers forgiveness and
reconciliation for today; it means commitment without conditions. Pastor
Taylor told us that there were at least three things that we needed if
we are to truly love. We need to live lives of bold love. Before we can
love others we need to love God. We must not quit even when our attempts
at love seem to fail.
He explained that It Is difficult for others to believe in Jesus if they
do not see us living the same love as Jesus modeled. Truly the light of
Holiness is love.
KIDS KAMPFIRE
Every night this week, the four to twelve year olds have been
entertained during the evening worship service by volunteers coordinated
by Christine Davis. This Is a super service, both for the children and
the parents. Spec ial thanks go to the volunteers: Ben C., Cathy P.,
Jenni 0., Joanna H., Nathaniel L., Dave S., Holly D., Fiona G.,
Christina S., Mindy B., Peter 0., Sharai F., and Omari R~
Young Adult Vesper ~ogram
On Wednesday evening, approximately fifty SDB Young Adults led the
Conference in thirty minutes of energetic praise. Songs were
accompanied by guitars, drums, piano, and various rhythm
instruments. The congregation was blessed by joining In the singing,
and the young adults "rocked the house."
Choir Makes a Joyflil Noise
by Amanda Snyder
God has blessed SDBs with many gifts. One of these gifts is music. Psalm
150 encourages Believers of God and His Son, Jesus Christ to "Praise God
in his sanctuary.. .with trumpet, psaltery, harp, timbrel, dance,
stringed instruments, organs, loud cymbals, everything that hath breath,
praise the Lord."
I have been blessed this week to be the Conference Choir director. It is
so exciting to hear notes and words come together to bring all of us
God's message.
I thank all the choir members for giving time during this busy week for
coming to rehearsals and singing at worship.
Thank you Jayne Lubke for being the choir accompanist. Thank you Oscar
Burdick for being flexible with your abilities to help the choir. Thank
you Doug Mackintosh for all your work with the sound system and
coordinator of rehearsal times. Thank you, Kory Geske and Greg Fick for
helping with set-up. Thank you instrumentalists Ben Calhoun, Steve
Graffius and Doug Lubke with your talents for Sabbath Worship. Thank you
Steve Saunders for leading the choir Monday evening. This allowed me to
sing with Paul and Denise Green, my second Pastor and his wife. Thank
you for your help on Sabbath Day.
Special thanks go to my husband, Nelson, who has been so faithful with
his support, not only this week, but always.
If you are asked to be a Conference Choir Director, please prayerfully
consider this. When God says, "Yes," know that you will be blessed.
Women's Banquet
Luan Ellis
Wednesday evening, the women were treated to a delicious served banquet
and wonderful entertainment. Thanks to the Battle Creek and Daytona
Beach ladies for the table favors and lots of thanks to Calvin Babcock
and his bees for the wonderful honey.
The Love Gift offering was taken and $3,920.05 was received. The Gift
will be distributed as follows:
$200 for keyboard request from Myanmar
$200 for one bicycle for Zambia Women's Board
$100 for books/uniforms for orphans in India
$100 for medical supplies for Philippines Women's Board
$100 for medicine/clothing/food for refugees In Rwanda
$100 for Bibles to Ghana Women's Board
$100 for Bible to Gambia Women's Board
$ 100 for Bibles to Cameron Women's Board
$100 for Bibles to Malawai Women's Board
50% of balance to SCSC
25% of balance to Maiden Hall Jamaica Conference/Learning Center
15% of balance to Guyana construction
5% of balance to Codi VanDalen medical expenses
5% of balance to Pastor Keith (Darcy) Julson family.
Patti Wethington gave her testimony of how she and Bernie ended up in
White Cloud, Michigan and told the history of the establishment of the
Teen Center there. The SCSC Team from 1998 shared their experiences of
working at the Center last summer. The Team members were Melissa
Winkleblack and JohnMark Camenga. Comedian JohnMark sang a song he had
written about the Center, interspersed with side comments. "The Center
has a john that has a can." He also noted that Pastor Bernie is not a
good loser at foosball.
Nicole Gilmore, Omari Rhoden and Justin Hibbard were the SCSC Team that
worked in the center this summer. They each shared their experiences
working with the Youth. Christine Shearer of White Cloud shared how she
came to Christ and became a member of the White Cloud Church through the
Teen Center.
Patti closed the program with a picture presentation of the Teen Center
showing the building and some of the teens who attend. It was also
interesting to see pictures of pool sharks Norma Rudert and Calvin
Babcock and also to see the General Council members "suffering for
Jesus." Thanks to all who made the banquet a memorable time.
On The Road to Holiness
with Dr. Victor Burdick
by Jane Lewis
The metaphorical journey to spiritual maturity was led with wit and
humor by veteran teacher and healer Victor Burdick in the Thursday
morning Bible study. As examples of Sanctification through Suffering,
we considered the trials and suffering of Bible patriarchs such as Job,
Joseph, David, and Paul. Modern day heroes such as Mother Teresa, Chuck
Colson, Joni Eareckson Tada, and John Conrod were also discussed for our
personal comparison. Dr. Burdick asserts that if we want a Godly life,
we must expect suffering. Following is the heart of the tesson:
'Each person discussed here today, In retrospect, would not consider
themselves to have suffered much especially compared to what Jesus
suffered for us all not to have attained to any significant degree of
sanctification throught their suffering especially compared to the glory
that now belongs to Christ.
However, as WE observe their lives, we admire the manner in which they
have endured suffering for Christ's sake or as part of his plan for
their lives, and can clearly see that they have attained to a measure of
spiritual growth that would not have been possible without their
suffering. We can see the marks of holiness in their lives.
Each one becomes a model for us -whether the suffering is a result of
accident, disease, personal misdeeds, voluntary choices, or Satanic
attacks permitted by God - so that we might be encouraged and comforted
in our times of suffering. These times of testing and trial are the
means by which we may grow spiritually; that is, that we may continue in
the process of sanctification. The blessings of suffering include:
greater spiritual growth
deeper commitment to Christ
stronger witness of His love
greater service to the King
manifesting greater love for others
bearing more fruit for the Lord
focus upon Eternal rewards
Announcements
Birthdays:
Scott Hausrath
Sean Wethington
Brian Nienhuis
Wedding Anniversaries:
LB. And Angie Lee
Dr. Paul and Duska Davis
Don and Norma Rudert
Pastor Rex and Joyce Burdick
Hmmm. . .Interesting
There are 216 registered participants under the age of 19 at conference
this year. That is 34%. That's a pretty exciting percentage. There are
75 children ages 0 - 11 and 139 children that are from 12 to 18. Wow?
What a job for the folks in charge of youth activities. Thanks!
Thank you for terminating all water gun and balloon games! hint:
Nadamas!
CONFERENCE CRIER
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6, 1999
Sabbath School Classes
by David S. Clarke, SS Coordinator
Conference Sabbath School Classes are scheduled for 9:15 - 10:15 am.
in locations listed. Signs will be posted at the entry to eacb
classroom. Leaders in e~h unit are also listed.
PRIMARY - Dimnent Basement -
children having completed grades K-2. Dianne Hibbard
JUNIOR - Dimnent Basement - grades 3-5. Helen and Jim Goodrich
JUNIOR HIGH - Dimnent Basement -
grades 6-8. Paul & Dusty Davis
SENIOR HIGH - Dewitt Lobby (above Kletz). grades 9-12. 2 classes
Eric Davis or Andrew Camenga
YOUNG ADULT - 18 to 35 (+/-)
Nykerk Hall in Wicker Aud.
Andy Samuels
ADULTS - 3 classes
Lubber Hall 101- Ken Chroniger
Maas Auditorium - Tom Rhoden
Maas Conference - Dale Rood
FAMILY CLASS-ALL AGES TOGETHER
Lubber 111. Dave Clarke
Thursday Worship Service
The yoke of holiness is yieldedness by Jane Lewis
Dramatic, Improvisational, risk-taking, Justin Camenga's Thursday
evening sermon provided a high point in this week of wonderful messages.
While Gary Hemminger measured and sanded Justin's yoke to make It as
comfortable as possible, Justin asked for definitions of the term yield
from the audience until a definition finally emerged to inspire the
direction of the message. Yieldedness is the quality of holiness that
makes obedience automatic. Light burdens are those encountered when
we follow the rules that are laid down by our Lord. It's not enough to
work gradually to overcome our flaws. We fight against obedience because
our will is not aligned with the will of the One who asks us to obey.
Speaking both from the podium, as our pastor, as well as from a position
away from the pulpit to express personal ideas, Justin
challenged his listeners to pray not only to overcome those unyielded
sins, but also the undiscovered ones. Daughter, Kerith Camenga, sang a
brilliant solo Come Unto Me from Handel's Messiah. Then Kecia
Thompsongordon sang and played a beautiful original piece. An
after-service of prayer allowed worshippers to open their private
thoughts to self-examination In the light of God's Holy Spirit.
Friday Morning Bible Study
Refreshments for the Road
by Pastor Scott Hausrath
Pastor Hausrath set a purpose for his Bible study to prepare us for
going to the Sabbath Refreshment stand. This refreshment stand is
represented by the Sabbath Eve worship service.
Pastor Hausrath said that there are many kinds of refreshment and he
used a myraid of scriptures to define these areas: worship, scripture,
prayer, meditation, communion and Sabbath.
Praise God for the use of His refreshing scripture in this way of
preparing us to be refreshed for the Sabbath day.
Tract and Communication Council Report
The Annual Report of the Tract and Communication Council amused
everyone, as usual. This year It was titled "Conference Update". Kevin
Butler, as "Kevy Chase" slipped in many one-liners as he introduced
projects of the Tract and Communication Council. The themes of the
Sabbath Recorder since last year were discussed by David and Doreen
Davis. Special recognition was given to Aubrey Appel for Guest Editing
the youth issue of the Sabbath Recorder.
The new tract "Seventh Day Baptists and Seventh Day Adventists Compared"
was discussed. It has been updated. Also "A Thumbnail Sketch of SDBs"
was reprinted sponsored by the Historical Society.
A modest book report was given by Larry Graffius. He also advertised
T-shirts, letter openers and key-bobs. After a short "break", Jim
Skaggs conducted a press conference in which he discussed the change of
printers to be used for the Sabbath Recorder. The new company Is located
In Canada. It is expected to reduce the cost of printing the Sabbath
Recorder by one-third.
The GREAT SCSC Presentation
by Cheri Appel
We were ushered into Maas Auditorium with rousing songs accompanied by
various instruments for the Summer Christian Service Corps presentation
Thursday at 1:00 p.m. On stage were the 25 dedicated workers ready to
tell of their mission work for the past summer.
~<>Each team stepped forward in turn to introduce themselves, and tell
us information about their team. The group included: Marcy Payne, Jeff
Sinclair, Joanna Halter, Nathanael Lawton, Keith Ashley, Patrick
London, John Mark Camenga, Cathy Rogers, Karen McPherson, Christina
Shearer, Steve Graffius, Ben Calhoun, Nathan Davis, Jennifer Qsborn,
Debbie, Moncrief, Sharai Fyffe, Angi Neher, Paula Reynolds, Nathan
Walker, Jamaal Fyffe, Marissa Van Horn, Steven Pimple, Mallison Petrie,
Omari Rhoden, and Justin Hibbard.
><>Next, we were treated to a fun narration and enjoyable dramatizations
of some of the situations these workers found themselves in over the
course of the summer. We learned of shared saliva through strawberries,
a nigh fearsome cougar tracks, the talent of being able to sleep most
anywhere, missing a plane and ending up on a bus, becoming ill when
changing a dirty diaper, ending up giving too many piggy back rides,
vomit, slave driving partners, and other laughable events. (If you need
some of these explained, please see one of the above named persons.)
~Jeanne Dickinson stepped forward representing the SCSC Committee. She
recognized and thanked the 12 Project Directors, Training Staff, SCSC
Committee and Prayer Partners all of which are an integral part of this
successful program. Awards and certificates were given to the SCSC
workers in the order of the number of years they had served. Jeanne
noted that 8 of our workers came from Toronto, Canada this year and were
a welcome addition.
><>Keith_Ashley read a poem he had written entitled the SCSC Adventure.
(Alert readers can find Keith's poem elsewhere in this or a following
Crier.) It speaks of both life and a summer of SCSC being a great
adventure with surprises around the corner, beautiful sights to enjoy
and places to explore. This was followed by Nathanael Lawton's salvation
testimony in which he spoke of accepting Christ into his heart before he
was five. He has rededicated and recommitted his life to God as his
understand grew. He told us that he often compares life to running at a
track meet with all the discipline and mental focus it requires.
~The program was completed with the singing of "Rain" and "I Will Never
Be" (the same again). Which clearly underlined the spiritual gains of
the participants. The Great Commission was read in closing to remind us
that we all must continue the dedicated work of reaching others for
Christ.
The SCSC Adventure
by Keith Ashley
Life is a great adventure
Each day a new surprise
So sweep the cobwebs from your heart
And open up your eyes
Sorrow flees the sunlight
So throw the windows wide
And watch the brightness flooding in
Warm everything inside
SCSC life is a great adventure
For those who would explore
The road winds upward and the wind
Taps lightly a the door
And should the day be cloudy
No reason to complain
When trees along the avenue
Are singing in the rain
SCSC adventure is a great adventure
Each day that passes by
A dazzling panorama, as broad as it is high
Beyond all comprehension
The wonder of the spheres
When one by one the hours make
A ladder of the years become
Great steps of being near to Jesus
High School Juniors and Seniors
The First SDB Church of Columbus, Ohio wants you to consider the
Colleges, Universities, and Trade Schools in our area: OSU, Capitol
University, Otterbein College, Nazarene College in Mount Vernon, Weslyan
University in Delaware, Franklin University, and many more.
If interested, call Pastor Robert VanHorn (614) 861-3732, or write him
at 7711 Burkey Avenue, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068. The Columbus, Ohio
congregation will provide you an SDB Church to worship with while you
are there.
Thank You
The Cner staff would like to thank all the people who were kind enough
to write articles and give ideas for the Crier this year. We would also
like to thank the following people for stapling and collating: Harold
and Kathy King (they even stapled on their anniversaiy), Lorrie Bird,
Judy Parrish, Anna Cruzan, and Greg Fick.
Raakeli and Larry Watt, editors
Associated Conference
Every morning, between 8:30 and 11:30, all the children, 8th grade and
under, have conference meetings all their own. What a blessing for both
the children and their parents. This program, under the direction of the
Board of Christian Education is planned and organized by DeDe
Mackintosh. Special thanks go to all the volunteer teachers who work
with this morning program, and also with the afternoon recreation
program.
Youth Talent Show
Thanks to everyone who participated in Wednesday night's talent show.
This includes such acts as "N-sick," "Reese Takes Drugs," a solo of "As
the Deer," a trio singing. "Shine, Jesus Shine." the dance "There was an
Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly." the news broadcast "It's a Conspiracy,"
"Cup '0 Joe," and many others. Thanks to everyone who joined in this
fun.
With all these acts, the most memorable would have to be the accidental
act. ? ? ? Whoever that was.
Youth Banquet
by Kristina Watt
Wednesday, the youth met at the "Kletz" for the annual Youth Banquet.
Mter a small delay for the food to finish, most of the youth were
seated. Few were "fashionably late". They had to repair some pants that
tore right at the door of the Klutz. However, they didn't miss anything.
When dinner was over, a guest speaker, Scott Hausrath explained that our
lives could only stand firmly with the Lord. He used a plate filled with
things in our lives. Some of these things were: popularity -represented
by lipstick: food represented by twinkies; work or school - represented
by pens; and money - represented by rolls of quarters. One by one, he
tried to balance the plate on these things. Each time the plate would
eventually fall and we got to see that only the Lord could be a firm
foundation for our lives. His verse to illustrate this point is Matthew
7:24. "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and acts upon
them may be compared to a wise man who built his house upon a rock."
This verse challenged the youth to listen to the word of the Lord and
not only to hear it, but to act on it, which is to have the Lord as our
foundation.
Babes in Toy Land
by Marian Fick, Nursery Coordinator
The nursery, located in Phelp's Hall basement, Just off the elevator,
has been an exciting experience for toddlers and helpers. We have built
a tower, taken train, bus and airplane rides. Grandpa Jim has given
horsey and camel rides. We've even had track races down the hallway. Our
average attendance per session from Monday through Thursday was 4.89
with an average stalling per session of 2.98 volunteers. Anyone wishing
to help on Sabbath morning or evening, please sign up in the nursery.
Thanks to all the nursery helpers. What a job?
A Promising Future Generation
According to the registration numbers, there are 73 people in attendance
between the ages of 19 and 29. Praise the Lord!
Announcements
LOST: two galaxy audio hot spot speakers from Maas Auditorium. Please
contact Greg Fick.
Check out procedure: If you leave before 7 AM Sunday morning, please
check out and return your room key and meal card to the registration
desk in Phelps Hall.
Breakfast will be served Sunday morning from 7:00 to 8:30.
Leave a good impression at Hope College. Please remove any signs that
have been taped to walls and doors.
Future Conference Plans
Next year, at Buckhannon, we will meet for the third time at West
Virginia Wesleyan University. Pastor John Camenga, of Daytona Beach,
will serve as President. The Lost Creek church will chair the host
cominittee.
The following year, 2001, General Conference returns to Redlands
University. Norman and Vickie Burdick of the Riverside, California
church will chair the host committee, and Clayton Pinder of Lost Creek,
WV and Daytona Beach, FL will serve as Conference President.
General Services Administrator, Calvin Babcock can answer questions in
the interim. He can be reached at sdbmf@inwave.com or by calling (608)
752-5055.
Report of the Committee on Nominations
1999 Seventh Day Baptist General Conference--Hope College, Holland, MI
The Nominating Committee presents the following nominations for
consideration by the General Conference:
President, 1999-2000 (elected 1998) John Camenga
President-elect (1)resident, 2000-2001) Clayton Pinder
Second Vice President Dean Fox
Third Vice President Michael Speari
Recording Secretary (Business) Raakeli Watt
Recording Secretary (Program) Janet Buder
Denominational Treasurer Calvin Babcock
Assistant Denominational Treasurer Ron Ochs
Coordinator of Obituaries Jean Jorgensen
General Council (terms ending 2002) Jeanne Yurke
Clayton Pinder
Council on Ministry (terms ending 2002) Steve Crouch
Karen Payne
Committee on Faith and ()~der (terms ending 2002) John Peil
George Stiliman
Committee on Support and Retirement (terms ending 2002) Ralph Weber
Eric Rudert, Chairman
Christian Social Action Committee (terms ending 2002) David Clarke
Duska Davis
K.D. Hurley
Laura Sutton
Tract and Communication Council (terms ending 2002) Ralph Hays, Jr.
Jeanne Yurke
Trustees of the SDB Memorial Fund (terms ending 2002) George Cruzan
Doug Mackintosh
John Cruzan
Officers and Board of the 5DB Women's Society
President Ruth Probasco
Vice President Charlotte Chroniger
Recording Secretary Tanya Morgan
Treasurer Marie Davis
SR Women's Page Editor Donna Bond
Newsle:i er Editor Patricia Cruzan
SCSC Committee Jan Bond
Charlotte Chroniger
Jeane Dickinson
Cindy DuBois
Sandy Layton
Dodi Moncrief
Robe of Achievement Committee Elizabeth Bidwell, Chairman
Yvonne Stephan
EIsa Scull
Women's Society Scrapbook Yvonne Stephan
Thiflon Fund Comnuttee Marie Davis, Chairman
Sharon Davis
SCSC Historian Marietta Sutton
Respectfiilly submitted,
James Skaggs, Chairman
Paul Manuel, Secretary
Committee Members:
Rob Appel Alireda Hull
Arlene Bee Angie Lee
Leland Bond Dorothy Jane Lewis
Bill Burks Aithea Rood
C. Justin Camenga Marian Soper
Peggy Chroniger Dale Thorng ate
Chuck Graffius David Thorngate
Jan Graffius
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