In Touch May 12, 15.indd - Southern California Conference

CO MI N G E V E N T S
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Now - May 23 − Prophecy Seminar. Powerful preaching
and study of God’s word. Presenter, Evangelist Howard
Small. 7:00 p.m. (Sat., Sun. Mon., Wed. & Fri. nights)
Everyone is invited. Fi y-Fourth Street church. Info:
323-292-2762.
May 15 – Stroke, Vascular Disease & Heart Rhythm and
Osteoporosis Screening conducted by Cardiovascular
Consultants Medical Group. Northridge church. To
register for your appointment and to receive a special
$10 discount, please call 888-653-6450 or visit www.
lifelinescreening.com/community-partners
May 16 – Free concert featuring Shelton E. Kilby III, visi ng
professor and lecturer on religion and the arts. His concert
is en tled EIDOS — The disƟncƟve expression of a culture,
a mul -media concert and lecture focusing on expressing
experiences of divine encounter, the power of transforma on
of lives in musical expression and experiencing God in the
sacred and the secular with musical instrumenta on of
acous c piano, pipe organ, acous c bass with voices and
ethnic percussion. Encounter musical rela onships of
Jewish & Plain Chants, Negro Chants and Blues and Jazz,
with the masterful piano of Shelton E. Kilby III. 7:30 p.m.
in the new Troesh Conven on Center in the Zapara School
of Business. A free-will offering will be received in support
of Religion and the Arts at La Sierra University. Spaces
limited, so come early!
May 16 – A Look at Our Gospel Reach. Speaker, J. Alfred
Johnson II, director, NAD Adult Ministries. 11:00 a.m.
service and Q&A a er lunch: Where the church should
be at this point? How far has this gospel reached? Has
it reached the en re world? If not, how many countries
s ll have not heard this message? Malibu Adven st
Fellowship, 3602 Winter Canyon Rd, Malibu 90265. Info:
818-458-8884.
May 16 − Youth Meet & Greet. Free! All are welcome!
Food, Movie, Discussion. 7:00. p.m. School of Evangelism
& Resource center, 1501 East Chevy Chase Dr., Glendale
91206. Info: 818-549-4147; www.end meslikethese.org
May 16 − Three 4 One, An evening of musical reflec on and
tes mony. Featuring Chester Hickman, Cesar Cerna &
Donnie Shelton. Please join us a erward for refreshments
and fellowship. 6:00 p.m. West Covina Hills church. Info:
626-915-7819.
May 17 – Parking Lot Car Trunk Sale, a Health Ministries
Dept. fundraiser. Vintage hats, shoes, clothes, hat boxes
and more. Vendor’s fee, $25 or 20% of profit, whichever
is larger. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 54th St. church. Info:
323-292-2762.
May 17 - Religion, Music and Worship Workshop for
musicians, pastors, laypersons, music leaders, praise
leaders in religion and music. Presenters: Shelton Kilby III,
Elvin Rodriguez, Timothy Gillespie, Bailey Gillespie, Monty
Jackson. Price: $30.00 (cer ficate fee and lunch) at La
Sierra University, La Sierra Hall at the HMS Richards
Divinity School., 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Spaces limited
so RSVP as soon as possible. Workshop par cipants will
receive free VIP sea ng for the concert on May 16. Info/
Reserva ons: divinity@lasierra.edu to reserve your
place, or phone 951-785-2041.
May 17 − The 64th Cons tuency Session of the Southern
California Conference will be held at the White Memorial
church, beginning at 7:55 a.m. We invite you to join us in
praying for God's blessing as the delegates do their work
on that day. It is our desire to know and follow God’s will
for the leadership of Southern California Conference as
we move into the next four years. Info: 818-546-8403;
h p://2015sccsession.org/
May 22-25 – “Can U Hear Me Now?” Youth Conference,
Removing Barriers that We May Hear Him.” Speakers:
Michael Johnson, David Steward, Peter Gregory, Gerzon
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1535 E. Chevy Chase Drive
Glendale CA 91206
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Next In Touch Deadline: May 21, 2015
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Gomez, David Fernandez, Sussanie Da Costa, Thom Mayer,
Alvin Maragh, Sco Mayer. Camp Cedar Falls. Info:
818-549- 4147, CanUHearMeNowConference.org
May 23 – Evensong Medita on featuring a quartet of
players under the leadership of Nick Akdag on bassoon,
in a suite from Telemann's Tafelmusik collec on (lit., table
music); and Mozart's youthful Mass in C Major. This work
was sub tled the "Credo Mass" (Lat., "I believe”) because
of Mozart's insistence on repea ng that word throughout
the middle movement and highlights the 20-year-old
composer's facility with brilliant instrumenta on and
compellingly beau ful vocal wri ng. Patricia LathropMcPherson, soprano soloist. Admission is always free.
5:00 p.m. Ventura church. Info: Helen, 805-641-9646.
May 24 – Free Community Health Fair and Carnival.
Eng./Span. Health screenings (Diabetes, Cholesterol,
Obesity, Body Mass Index & Dental). Free food, games,
rides, jumper. medical lectures and/or consulta ons.
L. A. Fire Dept. Safety presenta on. Alterna ve medical
treatment. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fi y-Fourth St. church.
Info: 323-292-2762.
May 29-30 − Can U Hear Me Now Mini Youth Camp
Mee ng. Presenter: Thom Mayer, Li le Light Ministries.
Free! All are welcome! Fri., 7:00 p.m.; Sat., 7:00 p.m.
School of Evangelism & Resource center, 1501 East
Chevy Chase Dr., Glendale 91206. Info: 818-549-4147;
www.end meslikethese.org
May 30 – L. A. Adven st Forum. Speaker, Chris Blake, PhD,
Assoc. Prof., English, Union College. Topic, “Why A New
Earth Perspec ve Ma ers.” 3:00 p.m. Chapel of the Good
Shepherd, Glendale City church. Info: 818-244-7241.
May 30 – 50th Anniversary Celebra on. Russian-American
church (1809 Gardena Ave., Glendale 91204). 11:00 a.m.
speaker, Artur Stele, GC general vice president; lunch,
a ernoon seminar by Elder Stele, and music. Info:
818-662-9044
June 5 − Glendale Adven st Academy Consecra on
Service. 7:00 p.m. Vallejo Drive church. Info: 818-244-8671.
June 6 – “My Brother’s Keeper,” a Discussion on Men’s
Health. Come because you care about your health or the
health of a man in your life. Stay because we care about
your well-being. Featured speakers: Freddie Muse (CEO,
Men’s Health & Cancer Network); Nina Harawa, PhD, MPH
(UCLA-Drew); Lynn Goodloe, MD (Kaiser); Stan Frencher,
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MD, MPH (MLKCH-UCLA); The Drs. Pascal; and A y. Damon
Brown. Topics will include prostate cancer, general health
and wellness and workplace health. 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Breath of Life Worship Center. Info: Ron Brathwaite, MD,
909-528-0868.
June 7 − Glendale Adven st Academy Gradua on.
10:00 a.m. Hall of Liberty, Hollywood Hills Forest Lawn,
6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles 90068. Info:
818-244-8671.
June 13 − Second Saturday Concert Series. Featuring the
Sunset Chamber Ensemble, led by cellist Michael Kaufman
and clarine st Ran Kampel. A recep on will be held
following the concert to allow an opportunity to meet
the ar sts. Freewill dona ons are received at the door.
4:00 p.m. Glendale City church. Info: 818-244-7241.
June 20 – The Young Ambassadors Chorale in Concert,
featuring ar sts of Pasay City Academy of the Philippines.
$10, General Sea ng; $5, Children (3-12); $25, VIP Reserved
Sea ng. Sponsored by the San Fernando Valley Filipino
church in celebra on of its seventh anniversary. Loca on,
San Fernando Valley Academy Gymnasium, 17601 Lassen
St., Northridge 91325. Info: 626-487-3633; websiste,
sanfernandovalley22.adven stchurchconnect.org
June 21 – “Oh My Son,” an opera that tells the story of
Jesus of Nazareth through a series of short tableaux,
emphasizing the humanity and emo ons of each character
and reminding us that all of the individuals in the tableaux
are facing deeply human struggles. Though Jesus resigns
himself to God’s will in being crucified, He is overwhelmed
in the face of His Father’s seeming abandonment. Mary,
when tested with the death of her son on the cross, suffers
in agony before coming to acceptance. At the foot of the
cross is a grief-stricken sinner, who cries out in despera on
that she cannot help the man who once saved her from a
life of sin. Even Pilate, before he hands Jesus over to the
priests to be crucified, struggles between uncertainty and
belief. “Oh My Son” is the story of a selfless and worldchanging act of love. 7:30 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall,
111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 90012. Tickets
are now on sale for $15, 25, 35, 75, 100 and group rates,
from lasierra.edu/music or the Walt Disney Concert Hall
box office, 1-800-628-1403. Info: h ps://scenealive-1.
wis a.com/medias/480xtecnfm
June 27 – Los Angeles Adven st Forum. Presenter, Calvin
Thomsen, PhD, DMin., Assoc. Prof., School of Religion,
Loma Linda University. 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel at
Glendale City church. Info: 818-244-7241.
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June 28 - Aug. 9 Summer Camp at Camp Cedar Falls, for
Adventurers, Juniors, Tweens and Families. A range of
ac vi es including Beginners Backpacking, Balloon Art,
Guitar lessons, Teen Leadership Training, Ceramics,
Horsemanship Class, Sports Camp, Water Skiing or Wake
Boarding, Op cal Illusion and much more to choose from.
Adventurer (ages 6-9) June 28-July 5; Junior 1 (ages 8-12)
July 5-12; Junior 2 (ages 10-12) July 12-19; Junior 3 (ages
10-12) July 19-26; Junior 4 (ages 10-12) July 26-Aug. 2;
Tween (ages 12-16) Aug. 2-9; Family Camp. Basic camp fee:
$250. Specialty Class Pre-Registra on, varies. Download
the detailed brochure from www.campcedarfalls.net or
call 818-546-8439. A er June 18, call the camp directly,
909-794-2911.
July 2-11 − The 60th General Conference Session.
San Antonio, Texas. The theme is Arise! Shine! Jesus
Is Coming! 60,000 people are expected to a end the
opening and closing Sabbath services and the an cipated
Parade of Na ons on July 11. Simultaneous transla on
into several languages. For more informa on or to obtain
a brochure, visit 2015.gcsession.org
July 9-13 − General Conference Session Travel Op on. A
bus tour to San Antonio for the closing weekend of the
GC Session is being sponsored by Adven st-owned Taylor's
Tours. Hotel is an all-suite hotel 15 minutes’ drive from
the Alamo Dome and Riverwalk, Non-smoking with an
Indoor pool/hot breakfast. Different packages based on
the number of people in a room. Only married couples
will be allowed two to a room unless full cost is paid for
the room based on package prices per person. Travel
Insurance available. No refunds or transfers granted.
Rooms, seats limited. Pick Up Stops: Breath of Life Worship
Center, Inglewood (Please note, since the bus leaves at
midnight, the church will be closed during the pickup
and departure mes. Gates to the parking lot will be
locked. No deacon/a endant will be present. People are
discouraged from leaving cars in the neighborhood.) La
Sierra University/ Southeastern Calif. Conference Office,
and LLU Drayson Center. Reserva on Deadline: June 20.
Info: Moira Taylor, Taylor’s Tours, 562-217-2979.
July 26 – “Preserving Your Assets: When Medi-Cal Comes
Knocking.” Presenter, Jonathan Cherne, Esq., CPA. A y.
Free brunch. For reserved sea ng, call 818-546-8421; email
gpark@sccsda.org. Walk-ins welcome! 9:00 a.m. Scholl
Canyon Estates, 1551 E. Chevy Chase Dr., Glendale 91206.
July 27-31 – Emerging Tools for Innova ve Providers 2015:
Spiritual Transforma on Impact & Outcomes. Conference
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speakers: Harold G. Koenig, MD, MHSc, Prof., Psychiatry
& Behavioral Sci; dir, Center for Spirituality & Health,
Duke University School of Medicine; Stephen G. Post,
PhD, dir., Center for Medical Humani es, Compassionate
Care & Bioethics, Stony Brook Univ.; Steven W. Cole, PhD,
prof of Medicine, UCLA Schl of Med.; Robert A. Emmons,
PhD, Prof. of Psychology, UCal, Davis; Peter C. Hill, PhD,
prof of Psychology, Biola University, Rosemead Schl of
Psychology. Other speakers include: Lee S. Berk, DrPH,
LLU; Douglas C. Nies, PhD; Bruce Nelson, MA, GAMC.
Conference loca on: Fuller Theological Seminary, Grad
Schl of Psychology, Pasadena. Ask about discounts/
scholarships for Adven st pastors, professionals, and daily
rates are available. Info/Registra on – www.Emerging
ToolsForInnova veProviders.com, 818-409-8543, email:
info@EmergingToolsForInnova veProvider.com
Sept. 30 - Oct. 3 – “God Restores,” 9th Annual West
Coast Music & Worship Conference. Presenters: Elder
Bobby Mitchell, Sr., African-American Ministries (“Christ
in the Crisis”); Pastor Gregory Nelson (“Praise & Worship”);
Gerard Kiemeney, DMin (SHIFT—a Change in the Way We
Do Ministry”); Lloyd Mallory, Jr., DMA (Voice Master
Class); Javier Gonzalez (“The Vocal Experience”); Franklin
Purnell (“Sound & Media”); Kim Logan-Nowlin, PhD
(“Silent Expressions in a Hearing World”); Shervonne Wells
(“Voice Master Class”); Soon Ja Lee, PhD (“Compassion—
The Heart of Jesus”); Pedrito Maynard-Reid, ThD (“Diversity
in Worship”); W. Patrick Alston (“worship Music from
the Keys That Is Limitless”); Alan Woodson, DDS (“Voice
Master Class”). Schedule: 7:00 p.m. Wed., Consecra on
Service; Thurs. & Fri., morning workshops, doors open
at 9:00 a.m.; Thurs. & Fri. evening workshops, doors
open at 5:00 p.m. Sat., Concert. 6:00 p.m. at the White
Memorial church. Info/Registra on/Fees: 909-580-0403,
626-239-6542; email, westcoastmwc@hotmail.com;
website, www.wcgms,com
BULLETIN BOARD
The Masters of Science in Community and InternaƟonal
Development (MSCID) is a new program offered by
Andrews University. It will give you the edge and the
educa on you need to make significant posi ve changes
in your community. An MSCID will equip you for leadership,
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Gain competencies in development, needs assessment,
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communica on, development educa on, emergency
preparedness and management, gender and development,
global health, NGO development and opera ons; youth
and sustainable development. Includes field experience
with interna onal study tour and internships. To help
finance your educa on, all students accepted into the
MSCID program for 2015-2016 receive a scholarship
amoun ng to a 45% reduc on in tui on. Info:
www.andrews.edu/cidp; 269-471-6538; email
cidp@andrews.edu
Teachers Wanted in Korea – Korea Language Ins tutes
is seeking teachers of conversa onal English and Bible
classes. These are salaried posi ons and approved by
the General Conference and North American Division.
Bachelor’s degree required, but not a teaching degree.
Info: Oklahoma Conference/SDA Language School of
Korea; contact Norma Shepherd, 405-761-0655; email,
koreanmission.ok@gmail.com
Volunteers Needed – 1. Blacklight Chalk Ar st and
2. someone with an Adven st satellite system to
record programs to share with hospice programs. Email
CAHospiceJobs@gmail.com or call Elder (Chaplain) Roger
Rustad, 949-295-9671.
Current Hospice Staff needed – Ontario (Dir of Pa ent
Care Services: can start immediately. Must be experienced
and clinical. Star ng salary $125,000-140,000 plus benefits
and extras. Posi on to be filled by 5/1/15; full and part/
me RN’s and LVN’s, hospice chaplain, bereavement coord.,
CHHA’s, social workers as well as a medical director)
Oxnard (hiring a full hospice team – RN’s, LVN’s, chaplain,
bereavement coord., social worker, CHHA’s.) Loma Linda
hospice team (Per diem RN’s, LVN’s, MSW, Adven st
chaplain and bereavement coord., CHHA) Orange County
and Long Beach (Per diem RN’s, LVN’s, CHHA’s and MSW’s.)
San Bernardino & Riverside coun es (Several RN, CHHA,
LVN and MS posi ons per diem. Can work into a full- me
posi on.) Email your resume to CAHospiceJobs@gmail.com;
or call Elder Roger Rustad, 949-295-9671.
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