Latest News (Page 28)

Latest News (Page 28)

News from around the Australasian Union Conference. Also visit the Good Tidings News page for downloadable back issues.

Heroes of Faith – Gustav Psyrembel – Executed

The following excerpts are taken from the book, And Follow Their Faith HEROES OF FAITH IN OUR TIME “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. But beware of men: for they will deliver you up to the councils, and they will scourge you in their synagogues; And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the…

Bible Prophecy Update: Pope and Evangelicals meet in Rome

In the March edition of Good Tidings E-News (#28) we reported on a landmark meeting between Pope Francis and Pentecostal Bishop Tony Palmer appealing for unity amongst Christians. At a later meeting of Charismatic Christians in Texas, Tony Palmer went on to proclaim that the Protestant Reformation is over and appealed for Christian’s, both Catholic and Protestant, to unite. We noted in that article that by this appeal for unity in Christendom, recognising all as brothers and sisters under the…

Youth Camp – Coral Bay Western Australia

Enjoying God’s Creation – Coral Bay Camp In this day and age with people living such busy lives, we are thankful to God for giving us such wonderful counsels in the Spirit of Prophecy which we can all benefit from, in our practical lives. “Let families unite together and leave their occupations which have taxed them physically and mentally, and make an excursion out of the cities and villages a few miles into the country, by the side of a…

NSW Conference – 6-9 June 2014

“A Thief in the Night” 6th to 9th June 2014 This year’s NSW Conference at Elim Heights was held during 6-9 June 2014 in conjunction with the graduation of five students from the Elim Missionary College.  The theme was: “A Thief in the Night”.  The conference was based on the Bible verses: “But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the…

Sabbath School Seminar – Perth WA

“The Sabbath school should be one of the greatest instrumentalities, and the most effectual, in bringing souls to Christ.” Counsels on Sabbath Work, pg.  10.2 “I feel a deep interest in our Sabbath schools throughout the land, because I believe them to be instrumentalities of God for the education of our youth in the truths of the Bible. Constant efforts should be made by both parents and teachers to interest the youth in matters of eternal importance. The Sabbath school…

Depression Recovery Program – NSW

This program was run by the Elim Missionary College students and Sydney churches.  Both Wentworthville and Schofields churches held a free information and introduction meeting on Tuesday evening 8th April, then the 8 week program took place at 158 Bridge Road, Wentworthville NSW, from 15April; to 3 June 2014. The program catered not only for people experiencing depression but also for those who would like to support a friend or loved one through hard times; it was also for those…

Follow Their Faith – 100 Years of Witness

“I have just learned that tomorrow, the 30th, at 5:00, I am to be executed.” Bro. Gustav Psyrembel. July 2014 will mark 100 years since the outbreak of World War 1. It was this crisis that led to an open schism within the Seventh-day Adventist ranks throughout Europe, and the consequent formation of the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement. The issue that led to the rift was the European SDA leadership’s decision to commit the SDA Church in Europe to…

Condolences to the family of Brother Junior Letoa – Samoa

The sad news arrived from our brethren in Samoa that Brother Junior Letoa passed away on the 2nd June 2014 at 6:45pm due to health problems. We have the wonderful hope to see our brother again at the coming of Jesus.  Taking strength from God’s Words found in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 “But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.  For if we…

Elim Missionary College Graduation

On Saturday night, June 7, 2014, a Graduation Ceremony was held for the four month missionary training program conducted by Elim Missionary College in Sydney, New South Wales. Students participating in this year’s program were Ryan Belu (USA), David Dumaguit (Australia), Denise Gutierrez (USA), Melissa Mota (Brazil) and Leonardo Rojas (Spain). We wish the best for each of the students and trust that they will be a blessing to the church wherever they go as a result of their experience…

NSW Youth Focus Meeting

Youth Focus Meetings (YFM) are normally held on the first Sabbath evening of each month.  During the month of May, the YFM was held at Brother Matthias and Sister Lizy Thiel’s home.  Thank you for opening your home to us. During this meeting we analysed the experience of Felix, specifically the verse found in Acts 24:25,“And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a…
Dumaguit Family

My Conversion – Mercy Dumaguit

I was raised in a devoted Roman Catholic family.  When I was 8 years old, my mum used to train me to do the holy rosary and some other readings of the lives of the saints every night from seven to eight o’clock and sometimes longer.  One day, I secretly talked to Virgin Mary asking her to give me an easier way of going to heaven, but she didn’t answer me.  Time passed, and I waited for the answer with…

MONEY NEWS – Federal Budget 2014 – How does it affect you?

During the last couple of weeks in Australia, we have heard much about the new budget which was delivered by the current Treasurer.  Everyone is interested in how this will affect their life, their children’s lives and so on, generating much talk about the pros and cons of the financial plans made for the future. Whenever the subject of money is brought up, it seems to get the attention of people from all walks of life, some in a positive…

Optimal Health Outreach

It was a good turnout for the Optimal Health Seminar and workshop held at Schofields Church Sunday 18th May 2014, with about 50 people attending. Brother Alasdair Pow gave the first presentation on “Optimal Nutrition” inspiring us to eat well of the healthier foods and avoid the harmful foods that add centimetres to our waistlines.  This was followed by a presentation by Amos Thiel on “Optimal Detoxing”.   He showed us all the organs of the body that help us eliminate…

Cooking Demonstration – Schofields NSW

 “The Vegetarian Way” “The Vegetarian Way” health outreach is a program run by the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement. During the first three Monday evenings of May 2014, the Schofields Church ran this program catering for the local community.  These health lectures and cooking demonstrations were geared to educate and encourage the community to pursue a healthier lifestyle and also to bring an awareness that true happiness only comes from our wonderful, loving God. For the first night an eager…

Baptism of Astina Borovnica

On Sabbath the 26th of April, the churches of Melbourne gathered in Sunbury for a combined Sabbath meeting and the baptism of Astina Borovnica. Although it had been rainy and overcast through the day, the clouds parted in time for the sun to shine as Astina entered the chilly water to publicly affirm her commitment to her Lord Jesus Christ. After the service of baptism, we all gathered back at the hall for the fellowshipment into the church. The members…

Neville Stuart Brittain – Eulogy compiled by Cathy Hall

Neville Stuart Brittain was born on the 26th of May 1928. His parents lived in one of the shops, just below the railway line in Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick, Victoria. There was some doubt about his birth date as the birth certificate showed the 28th May. When a copy was shown to his Mum, she looked at it and shook her head. After a moment she said, “Yes it says 28th, but it was definitely 26th and I ought to know…

Queensland Youth Camp – Boreen Point – May 2014

“Are You Connected” On Thursday, 24 April, many of those attending the Camp, “Are You Connected?” travelled from all parts of Queensland to the lovely setting in God’s creation at Boreen Point, QLD. The campground was set amongst trees next to a large, shallow inland lake. Some of the more adventurous boys “walked” across the entire lake which was 3.8km and canoed back as some towed a canoe across. The weather forecast was for storms, but we were grateful that…

Coleambally Baptism

We thank God for giving us the opportunity to share in a very memorable day as Nathan Wiseman, Jane Wiseman and Hannah Pow committed their lives to God. The day was cool, but the sun shone warm and our hearts rejoiced. On Sabbath afternoon we had the Profession of Faith where Br Alasdair spoke to the youth about their decision to join the army of God. “In God, we can turn our weakness into strength.” As they meet temptation in…

Jervis Bay NSW Youth Camp – 4-6 April 2014

By Lidia Voncina Bristol Point is one of the campgrounds by a beautiful coastal cove situated in Jervis Bay NSW, approximately three hours’ drive south of Sydney.  Catering especially for groups, Bristol Point is a very clean and well-kept camp, offering hot showers, BBQ areas and even an outdoor amphitheater which could be used for meetings. For weeks many were preparing and looking forward to this event.  As we were driving on the motorway Friday afternoon, the rain was bucketing…

VIC Camp 2014 – Light Your World

Camp Waratah Bay was chosen for the Victoria/Tasmania Conference Camp this year, which was held from the 17th to the 21st of April 2014. “Light Your World” was the theme discussed. A small number gathered together on Thursday evening, 17 April 2014, for the start of the camp. The Elim Missionary College students were able to share the message of lighting the world before Christs Second Coming. David Dumaguit opened the camp with a study outlining “The Great Commission”. Friday the 18th April, numbers…