Point of View
Camp Meeting: A Holy Convocation
I can still recall my first camp meeting experience after becoming a Seventh-day Adventist. It was in Keene, in the newly-constructed Leiske-Pultar pavilion. I remember that the building leaked, and …
CREATION Health
Tips From Paradise For A Happier Life
Take a moment to reflect about your personal environments both at home and in your workplace, and then ask yourself: Are my surroundings cheerful and healthy? Do they nurture my …
Lead Your World
The Forgotten Word...
The Great Wall of China was built so high that no one could get over it, so thick that no one could tunnel through it, and so wide that no …
MyFaith
Camp Ministry: Helping Kids See God in a New Way
Every year since I was eight years old, my cousin, Brooke, and I have attended Wewoka Woods Adventist Camp. I remember the anticipation I felt each time summer arrived, and …
Pass it On
Great Controversy Project Connects Richardson Church Family
Here’s a quick quiz: Which of her books did Ellen White say needed to be more widely circulated than any other she had written? Which book by Ellen White radically …
Visión Hispana
Bendiciones del Campamento Hispano
Desde el comienzo de la Obra Hispana en los Estados Unidos, estos campamentos han sido de gran bendición para todos los presentes. La reunión es un factor de unidad y …
Feature
2012 Camp Meeting Schedules
Download the 2012 Camp Meeting Schedules at http://www.swurecord.org/assets/215479 South Louisiana Camp Meeting When: April 20-21 Where: South Louisiana Convention Center, 44364 S. Coburn Rd., Hammond, LA Main Speaker: Richard O’Ffill …
Summer Camp Equals Summer Fun!
Download the 2012 Summer Camp Schedules at www.swurecord.org/assets/215480 Does your child have NDD (nature deficit disorder)? According to recent studies, the absence of outdoor activities is becoming a real problem …
Nature Nugget: Turtles
The humble turtle—what an amazing creature! This “moving rock” can be found all over the world, and many of them can be found in our own backyards. Of the approximately …
Win a FREE Week at Summer Camp!
Don't be a slow poke! One boy and one girl from each conference (Arkansas-Louisiana, Oklahoma, Southwest Region, Texas, and Texico) will win a free week at camp. It could be …
Arkansas-Louisiana Conference
Little Rock Church Hosts Messiah’s Mansion
Little Rock, Ark. » The full-scale model of the Hebrew tabernacle, called Messiah’s Mansion, drew a steady stream of people for nine consecutive days this past October. Situated on the …
Slidell Youth Group Fellowship Together
Slidell, La. » God has tremendously blessed the Slidell church youth during the past year. The number of youth has grown, and they are learning to share their journey with …
Springdale Adventist Fellowship Great Giveaway!
Springdale, Ark. » Four times a year, the Springdale church gathers toys, clothes, and other items from their members, local stores, and anyone else who wants to get rid of …
Ecuador for Christ!
Rogers, Ark. » Ecuador is approximately 95 percent Roman Catholic, and wide open for Bible truths! Months ago, God put on the heart of Suzanne Boaz, of the Rogers church, …
Investing in Camp Yorktown Bay
Several times, and in so many words, I’ve been asked the question, “Why does the conference spend so much money on Camp Yorktown Bay?” The fact of the matter is …
Oklahoma Conference
Hosting Gatherings to Spread the Gospel
Shattuck » The Shattuck district Spanish youth group, led by Alejandro and Miriam Rodriguez, has begun gathering each Saturday night for devotionals and fellowship at their church. Alejandro Rodriguez believes …
A Surprise Gift for Tulsa Adventist Academy
Tulsa » Sometimes in life events come along that change us forever. Sometimes, these events are unplanned accidents or seemingly random happenstance. Sometimes, however, events happen that are the result …
Wewoka Woods Summer Camp: In the Business of Changing Lives!
We are in the business of changing lives for the kingdom! Everyone has a deep desire within himself or herself to find God and have a lasting relationship with Him. …
Chili Cook-off Raises Funds for Pathfinders
Broken Arrow » The Broken Arrow church held its third annual chili cook-off on a recent Saturday night as a Pathfinder fundraiser. In addition to selling the chili, it was …
Southwest Region Conference
A Camp Experience!
Each year, many youth get the opportunity to attend camp for a week or two. They enjoy many new experiences, learn new skills, and meet new friends. Their lives are …
Christmas in January
Baton Rouge, La. » When I initially called a shelter director in our local community area this past December, she could hardly find a time slot for our church to …
Happy Birthday to You!
Baton Rouge, La. » For years she had joined in singing "Happy Birthday" to others. However, on this Sabbath, it was her turn to be seranaded. With her pastor, Robert …
Building Bridges
Alexandria, La. » “Building Bridges, Not Walls” was the theme of the singles’ enrichment weekend, when singles from throughout Southwest Region Conference convened in Alexandria, La. According to North Louisiana …
105 Years of Being a Blessing
Monroe, LA. » Izola M. Bell Jordan, a charter member of the Macedonia church, celebrated her 105th birthday on Sabbath, February 18, 2012. Jordan is present at church for Wednesday …
Texas Conference
An Opportunity to Witness
Commerce » As a social work student at Texas A&M-Commerce, I frequently wonder how I can be a witness to my fellow classmates. In a recent class, students were given …
Victoria Church Grand Opening
Victoria » This past November, the Victoria church celebrated the grand opening of their brand new church building. They gathered together to commemorate the guidance of God in Victoria—to stand …
Cleburne First's New Year's Resolution
Cleburne » At Cleburne First, we resolve to put God first for all to see. For this purpose, we opened the new year in fellowship and commitment to Jesus Christ. We ratified our commitment to Him together and …
Seminar Helps Change Perception of God
Houston » In mid-January, the Gulfhaven church hosted a seminar, The Names of God, which was conducted by Rob Sheppard and Ernie Pyle of Knowing God Ministries. During each of …
Summer Camp: A Place Where Grace is Taught
I can remember the incident as if it happened yesterday. It was a warm, June Sabbath afternoon at Nameless Valley Ranch in the heartland of Texas. Two of the boys’ …
Richardson Church Shares Message of Health
Richardson » Evangelism comes in many forms. Recently, Shanaz Cooper, Charissa Arinyedokiari, and Danny Salcedo had the opportunity to present a healthy living seminar to at-risk fifth- through eighth-grade students …
Texico Conference
Everything Has Changed!
Albuquerque, N. Mex. » As our family was preparing to move from Phoenix back to Albuquerque, I told them, “It’s time for us to find a church. We want to …
I hate camping! I love camp meeting!
If you’re reading this, my title may have piqued your attention. This will be the 40th year my wife and I have attended camp meeting. During some years, we have …
Satellite Ministry Continues to Bless
Clovis, N.M. » In 1998, Harry and Mary Stone of the Clovis church, motivated by their passion to share the gospel, started a 3ABN satellite ministry. By July of that …
The Journey to Truth
Abilene, Tex. » After the failure of my marriage and my subsequent divorce, I believed the teachings of my upbringing from another Christian faith, which said that God could not …
Southwestern Adventist University
Embracing Spiritual Freedom
Raisa Bryan is a self-described country girl from a Christian home in small-town Texas. On her way to a state college with her high school friends, Bryan’s plans took a …
Southwestern Union
53 Baptized During Ozark Adventist Academy's Mission Trip to Belize
Waking up in Belize is an amazing thing. Whether you are hearing an exotic bird that you’ve never heard before, traffic on the street below, or a gentle rain that …
Welcome to the Southwestern Union!
You may have noticed a new name on the Record masthead—Jessica Lozano—or seen her articles in the Record, and we want to take this opportunity to introduce her. On January …
ASI Chapter Meetings Draw Large Attendance
Joshua, Tex. » On the first weekend in March, the Southwestern Union chapter of Adventist-laymen’s Services and Industries (ASI) held its annual convention at the Joshua church in Joshua, Tex. …
North American Division News
North American Division Shares “The Great Hope”
An interview with J. Alfred Johnson, director of Adult Ministries and coordinator of the NAD Great Hope project Q: Pastor Johnson, could you tell readers about the NAD initiative to …
Classified Ads
April 2012 Classified Ads
Real Estate/Housing Private Hawaiian Retreat for SDA members at Kahili Mountain Park on Kauai. Free wi-fi throughout the park, new comfortable pillow-top beds in Aloha Cabins, and gel-memory foam toppers …
Announcements
April 2012 Announcements
Ozark Adventist Academy invites all former faculty, staff, and students to attend Homecoming Weekend, June 8-10, 2012. Plan to sing with the alumni choir, visit with classmates and friends, and …
Obituaries
April 2012 Obituaries
Blount, Diane Marie, died January 26, 2012 in Pineville, La. She was a member of the Gonzales church. Marie enjoyed gardening and notary work in her spare time. Survivors: husband, …
On the Record
Refresh, Renew, Revive
What do you think about when you hear the words camp meeting? Let me share with you some of the visual images that immediately come to mind when I think …
