tag:asi.interamerica.org,2005:/news_entries. News2023-10-16T22:49:00-04:0034872023-10-16T00:00:00-04:002023-10-16T22:49:00-04:00ASI INTER-AMERICA CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY AT CONVENTION IN MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA, AUGUST 16TH -19TH , 2023Rohan Riley
ASI INTER-AMERICA CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY AT CONVENTION IN MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA, AUGUST 16TH -19TH , 2023
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<p>The ASI Inter America Division Convention 2023 will be held at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort in Montego Bay Jamaica from Wednesday August 16, 2023, to Saturday August 19<sup>th</sup>. The theme for the event is “Reigniting the Flame for Missions “and marks the 25<sup>th</sup> anniversary of ASI in the Inter America Division.</p>
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<p>The opening ceremony commences at 6.30 PM on Wednesday August 16<sup>th</sup> at the West Jamaica Conference Center and will include the “Parade of Nations”, and a cultural extravaganza organized by ASI Jamaica. The keynote speaker for the evening will be Dr. Elie Henry, President of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventists. Also present will be Dr. Leonard Johnson, Executive Secretary of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventists, Pastor Phillip Baptiste, Secretary-Treasurer of ASI North America Division, and Pastor Everett Brown, President of the Jamaica Union of Seventh-day Adventists.</p>
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<p>The Jamaican Government will be represented by the Honorable Edmund Bartlett, OD, MP, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica, while The Honorable Farley Chavez Augustin, Chief Secretary and Secretary for Finance, Trade and the Economy for the island of Tobago will bring greetings. Mr. Richard Vernon, Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, will represent the Mayor.</p>
<p>Dr. Marston Thomas, President of ASI Inter America Division and Pastor David Poloche, Executive Secretary, ASi Inter America Division will hosts the event.</p>
<p>The program moves to the Hilton Rose Hall Resort on Thursday for day long activities of devotionals, training seminars and networking. The devotion for the morning will be led by Pastor Phillip Baptiste, Secretary-Treasurer of ASI North America, with a mid-day prayer session led by Pastor Roshe Riley, Evangelist from the Cayman Islands. The seminar presenters for the day will be Dr. Andre Gordon, Group Business Development Manager for the Jamaica Stock Exchange, Mr. Michael Lecky, President of the Small Business Association of Jamaica, Dr. Joel Hazelwood, Associate Treasurer of the Caribbean Union Conference and director of the Caribbean Union Revolving Fund, Dr. Danny Morris, Technician in Economic and Social Development, Costa Rica and Mr. Abel Marquez, Communications Director of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventist. The day’s event will close with our “Marketplace Ministry”, when ASI chapters from Barbados, Bahamas the Cayman Islands as well Spanish Union chapters will highlight the projects and activities which they have been involved in.</p>
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<p>On Friday, the program continues at the Rose Hall Hotel, with Pastor Everett Brown, President of the Jamaica Union of Seventh-day Adventists conducting the devotion and Pastor Roshe Riley leading the mid-day prayer. Our seminar presenters will be Dr. Frank Geneus, Health Ministries Director of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventist, HE Mr. R. Masakui, High Commissioner of India, Dr. Lisabeth Crossman, Regional Psychiatrist, Western Health Authority, and Pastor Phillip Baptiste, Secretary-Treasurer of ASI North America. Thee “Marketplace Ministry” will see reports from the Guyana and Tobago chapters, and the day will close with our vesper service with speaker Dr. Kern Tobias, President of Caribbean Union Conference.</p>
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<p>On Sabbath, August 19<sup>th</sup>, 2023, the full day’s activities will be held at the West Jamaica Conference Center in Montego Bay. The program will include greetings by His Excellency the Governor General of Jamaica, Sir Patrick Allen and Lady Allen. The keynote speaker will be Dr Leonard Johnson, Executive Secretary of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventists. The morning session will receive greetings from Mr. Richard Vernon, Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, several Conference and Union Presidents from around the region, The Honourable Farley Chavez Augustine, Chief Secretary and Secretary for Finance, Trade and the Economy of Tobago, and the Honorable Edmund Bartlett, OD, MP, Minister of Tourism of Jamaica. The morning session will conclude with a grand baptism, celebrating the over fifty evangelistic campaigns held across Jamaica in the Impact Jamaica ASI Series.<br /><br />Dr. Marston Thomas, President of ASI Inter America Division will welcome the delegates and guests, while Pastor David Poloche, Executive Secretary, ASI Inter America Division will chair the program.</p>
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<p>The afternoon will be highlighted with a grand gospel concert, featuring some of the best Adventist singers in Jamaica, with guests from around the region. This will be followed by the Evangelism Impact report hosted by Dr. Adlai Blythe, Executive Secretary of ASI-Jamaica Union, and will celebrate with the evangelist as they recall some of the highlights of their evangelistic series.</p>
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<p>Dr. Marston Thomas, President, ASI Inter America Division will then host the closing exercises followed by a closing charge by Dr. Lincoln Edwards, President of the Northern Caribbean University.</p>
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<p>The convention ends on Saturday night with an elegant banquet and awards ceremony at the Hilton Hotel. Former presidents and secretaries of ASI Inter America will be recognized at the event as well as ASI members in Jamaica who have been recognized as making valued contribution to ASI Jamaica. A candlelight ceremony will close the curtains on ASI IAD Convention 2023. The convention activities will be coordinated by Dr. Marston Thomas, President ASI Inter- America Division and Pastor David Poloche, Executive Secretary, ASI Inter-America Division.</p>
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<div><br /><br /><br /><br /></div>34862023-08-10T00:00:00-04:002023-08-10T10:29:07-04:00Northern Caribbean University Department of Graduate Education & Leadership Hosts ASI Leadership TrainingRohan RileyOn April 30, 2023, between the hours of 8.00 AM to 4.15 PM Northern Caribbean University Department of Graduate Education & Leadership conducted a leadership training workshop on behalf of ASI Inte...<p>On April 30, 2023, between the hours of 8.00 AM to 4.15 PM Northern Caribbean University Department of Graduate Education & Leadership conducted a leadership training workshop on behalf of ASI Inter-America Division English Region. The theme was “Leadership and Effectiveness” and focused on how as leaders we can be more impactful on the organizations and groups that we lead.</p>
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<p>The presenters were;<br />Dr. Nicole Mauzard – Chair, Department of Graduate Education & Leadership</p>
<p>Dr. Vencie Allida - Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Education & Leadership</p>
<p>Dr. Devon Crossfield – Assistant Professor, Department of Graduate Education & Leadership,</p>
<p>Dr. Vivienne Quarrie - Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Education & Leadership</p>
<p>Pastor Michael Henry -Education Director, Jamaica Union of Seventh-day Adventist</p>
<p> Dr. Daniel Allida - Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Education & Leadership</p>
<p>Dr. Vincent Peterkin – Dean Department of Humanities and Behavioral Science</p>
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<p>The presentations were;</p>
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<li>‘’Effectiveness through Humility’’, which was a devotional by Dr. Vincent Peterkin</li>
<li>‘’Leadership & Identity’’, by Dr. Devon Crossfield</li>
<li>“Understanding Yourself as a Leader”, by Dr. Nicole Mauzard</li>
<li>“The Importance of Documenting a Personal Narrative”, by Dr. Vencie Allida</li>
<li>“The Pain of Christian Leadership”, by Pastor Michael Henry</li>
<li>“Becoming a Change Agent”, by Dr. Daniel Allida</li>
<li>“Learning to Lead” by Dr. Vivienne Quarrie</li>
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<p>All the presentations were done in an interactive manner with participants being allowed to ask questions and engage in discussions with the professors. A total of forty-eight persons attended and benefitted from these very relevant topics. Many expressed their delight at what they received and indicated ways in which the principles taught would be incorporated into their organizations and their role as leaders.</p>
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<p>ASI-IAD Vice President Rohan Riley, who facilitated the event, thanked Dr. Mauzard the NCU professors for their willingness to contribute towards the development of the ASI organization in the region.</p>
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<p>The Registered participants received Northern Caribbean University Certificates.</p>34742022-09-23T00:00:00-04:002023-05-22T08:33:22-04:00ASI Convention 2021- TobagoRohan RileyWe are delighted to extend a special invitation to our 2nd virtual Adventist Laypersons Services & Industries - ASI Inter-America English Region convention that will be held from Wednesday, October...We are delighted to extend a special invitation to our 2nd virtual Adventist Laypersons <br />Services & Industries - ASI Inter-America English Region convention that will be held <br />from Wednesday, October 20 to Sunday October 24, 2021, under the theme “Using my <br />Influence... I Will Go”<br /><br />The event will be hosted by the ASI Tobago Chapter in Scarborough, Tobago and <br />promises to deliver informative seminars, and Spirit-filled devotional sessions that will <br />be conducted by several dynamic presenters throughout the five days.<br /><br />We will begin on Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. with Mr. Denzil McNeilus, Chairman and <br />CEO of the Sterling State Bank, and President of ASI Missions, as our opening night <br />speaker. On Thursday October 21 we will hear from Dr. Pardon Mwansa, the Vice <br />Chancellor of the Adventist University in Zambia followed by Dr. Lincoln Edwards, <br />President of NCU who will lead us in our Vesper session on Friday night. <br /><br />On Sabbath, Dr. David McKenzie, the dynamic Youth Director of the Atlantic <br />Conference in the USA will present the sermon for the Divine service.<br /><br />Several professional and informative training seminars, and spirit-filled morning <br />devotions will be hosted by a different country each day. Powerful prayer and praise <br />service at midday, soul-stirring music, chapter reports, cultural presentations, business <br />expositions, along with a virtual international business forum, are among the many <br />features of the Convention.<br /><br />On Sunday night, we will climax the event with a not-to-be missed multi-cultural gospel <br />concert. <br /><br /><br />We invite you to register at www.asi.interamerica.org and share in this exciting event.<br /><br /><br />Yours in Christ<br />Rohan Riley<br />Vice President <br />ASI Inter-America Division34352021-09-23T00:00:00-04:002021-09-23T17:28:03-04:00ASI VIRTUAL CONVENTION 2020Rohan Riley
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<p>The organizers of the ASI IAD English speaking Caribbean are pleased to thank you for registering for our 1<sup>st</sup> Virtual Convention under the theme “Helping Each Other Get Better and Grow Stronger” which begins on Thursday, October 22 and continues through to Sunday October 25, 2020. The convention is designed to excite, inform and assist ASIERs to grow stronger as we pivot through this COVID 19 pandemic. We are confident that you will be blessed by the presentations, seminars, devotional exercises, inspirational music and the opportunity to create and expand your network across the ASI Inter America Division.</p>
<p>Here is some of what you can expect from these four Power-Packed days:</p>
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<li>Ø <strong>Spiritual nuggets to start each day</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong>Dynamic Speakers</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong>Informative and practical Business Tips</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong>Interactive Seminars</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong> A Feast of Music</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong>Reports from the ASI Chapters</strong></li>
<li>Ø <strong>Cultural Displays</strong></li>
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<p><em>It is not too late to invite your friends and business associates to register and share in this wonderful experience</em>!!!</p>
<p><strong><em>There is a Place for Every Worker in the Vineyard of the Lord so, Let us continue to Share Christ in the Marketplace.</em></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">ASI INTERAMERICA DIVISION (ENGLISH REGION)</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">PRESENTS</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">ASI VIRTUAL CONVENTION 2020</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">OCTOBER 22-25, 2020</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: large;">“HELPING EACH OTHER TO GET BETTER AND GROW STRONGER”</span></em></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS</span></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Dr. James Daniels – VP Inter-America Division (Sabbath Morning)</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pastor Glen Samuels – President, West Jamaica Conference (Opening Service)</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Evangelist Zuki Mxoli – International Evangelist (Friday Night Service)</span></p>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Relevant Seminars</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Spirit Filled Morning Devotions</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">International Gospel Concert</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Cultural Presentations</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Panel Discussions</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Parade of Nations</span><br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">BAHAMAS -BARBADOS-BELIZE -CAYMAN-DOMINICAN REPUBLIC-COSTA RICA-GRENADA-GUYANA-JAMAICA-TURKS AND CAICOS-PANAMA-ST. LUCIA-TRINIDAD-TOBAGO-HAITI</span></p>34092020-10-21T00:00:00-04:002020-10-24T04:51:58-04:001ST ASI VIRTUAL CONVENTION IN INTERAMERICARohan RileyThe organizers of the ASI IAD English speaking Caribbean are pleased to thank you for registering for our 1st Virtual Convention under the theme “Helping Each Other Get Better and Grow Stronger” wh...<p>The organizers of the ASI IAD English speaking Caribbean are pleased to thank you for registering for our 1<sup>st</sup> Virtual Convention under the theme “Helping Each Other Get Better and Grow Stronger” which begins on Thursday, October 22 and continues through to Sunday October 25, 2020. The convention is designed to excite, inform and assist ASIERs to grow stronger as we pivot through this COVID 19 pandemic. We are confident that you will be blessed by the presentations, seminars, devotional exercises, inspirational music and the opportunity to create and expand your network across the ASI Inter America Division.</p>
<p>Here is some of what you can expect from these four Power-Packed days:</p>
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<li>Ø <b>Spiritual nuggets to start each day</b></li>
<li>Ø <b>Dynamic Speakers</b></li>
<li>Ø <b>Informative and practical Business Tips</b></li>
<li>Ø <b>Interactive Seminars</b></li>
<li>Ø <b> A Feast of Music</b></li>
<li>Ø <b>Reports from the ASI Chapters</b></li>
<li>Ø <b>Cultural Displays</b><b></b></li>
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<p><i>It is not too late to invite your friends and business associates to register and share in this wonderful experience</i>!!!</p>
<p>We will provide the Zoom link and Facebook information that will be sent soon. Please join us via: <a href="http://www.asi.interamerica.org/" target="_blank">www.asi.interamerica.org</a> and at the host church website at <a href="http://www.georgetownadventist.com/" target="_blank">www.georgetownadventist.com</a>.</p>
<p><b><i>There is a Place for Every Worker in the Vineyard of the Lord so, Let us continue to Share Christ in the Marketplace.</i></b></p>34082019-09-24T00:00:00-04:002020-09-24T19:46:21-04:00BAHAMAS TEAM HOSTS AMAZING ASI-IAD CONVENTION 2019Rohan RileyThe annual ASI Interamerica Division Convention 2019 was held at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas form August 21-25, 2019. Under the theme "Reviving the Spirit of Service, ...<span>The annual ASI Interamerica Division Convention 2019 was held at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas form August 21-25, 2019. Under the theme "Reviving the Spirit of Service, members gathered from the varios countries of the Inter America Division for four days of worship, fellowship, networking and training. the president of the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventist Dr. Elie Henry opened the convention ofn Wedneday afternoon with an inspiring message, asking " what shall I render unto the Lord for all his blessings?"</span><br /><br /><br /><span>Special guest at the opening ceremony was the Honorable K. Peter Turnquest, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, who represented the government of the Bahamas and brought greetings and welcomed everyone to the Bahamas.</span><br /><br /><span>A wonderful cultural presentation informed and entertained the audience about the history and culture of the Bahamas. The humorous skit with actors in bright colorful costumes was cherrfully received.</span><br /><br /><span>The main speaker for the four day event was Pastor John Bradshaw of It is Written Television. He presented a series of spirit filled and sometimes animated sermons and devotionals which inspired and motivated the attendees to mirror Christ's Service model in their lives.</span><br /><br /><span>The convention benefitted from a cadre of high level profesional presenters who delivered cutting edge information on health, law, business and leadership. Presenter included; Dr. Leonard Johnson, who spoke on "Your Profession and Your Calling to Serve". Evangelist Zuki Mxoli, who spoke on "Service-A seret to Grow your Enterprise", Dr Phillip Baptiste, who spoke on, "Leading like Jesus", Dr. Andrew Harewood spoke on, "Shaping Your Leadership", Dr. Balvin Braham spoke on, "Leading and Serving", Mr. Jose Romero did a very reviting presentation on "Online Protection", Mr. Cecil Foster on, "Funding Your Business through IPO", Ms Tavia Dunn presented on the Legal Profession, and Mrs Janelle Scantlebury-Smith presented on Adventist Volunteer Service.</span>33762019-09-04T00:00:00-04:002019-09-04T10:13:34-04:00ASI CONVENTION 2018Rohan RileyThe annual ASI-IAD Convention 2018 opened at the Crown Paradise Grand Resort in Cancun Mexico Wednesday, August 8, 2018. The convention marked the 2oth year of existence of ASI Inter-America and th...<p><span>T</span><span>he annual ASI-IAD Convention 2018 opened at the Crown Paradise Grand Resort in Cancun Mexico Wednesday, August 8, 2018. The convention marked the 2oth year of existence of ASI Inter-America and the theme was chosen "Celebrating 20 Years- Transforming Lives in the Marketplace 1998-2018".</span></p>
<p><span>The local</span><span>members from Mexico gave a very colourful and heart-warming welcome to the delegation. Displaying the cultural dresses from the various regions we were introduced to the outstanding industrial and tourism highlights of each region.<br /></span></p>
<p><span>And treated us to various cultural items which were well received. The popular Parade of Nations followed with the ASI delegations parading their nation’s flag and national dress. Each group was enthusiastically welcomed by the large group that gathered at the well laid out convention centre.</span></p>
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<p><span>Elder Rolando Garcia, the outgoing president welcomed the audience to this 20<span>th</span> year of celebration and Dr James Daniels, Executive Secretary, outlined the activities which had been planned for the three days of this convention.</span></p>
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<p><span>The keynote speaker for the evening was international evangelist Zukisani Mxoli. Evangelist Mxoli, popularly as Zuki operates an architectural and development firm in Johannesburg, South Africa. He also operates an evangelistic ministry, Word of Live Ministry, through which he conducts evangelistic campaigns all over the world.</span></p>
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ASI-IAD members continued their 16th Annual Convention at the Riu Hotel in Panama City with the second day being focused on training and prayer.
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<p>ASI-IAD members continued their 16th Annual Convention at the Riu Hotel in Panama City with the second day being focused on training and prayer.</p>
<p>The day started with a Spirit filled devotion lead by Brother Roberto Heilbron from ASI Panama Union followed by a heartfelt prayer session with members joining hands and hearts as they called for God's intervention in their lives and businesses.</p>
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<p>The main focus of the day was the various seminars which were held in the different conference rooms. Some of the seminars presented were:"Embracing technology for business efficiency and success", "The Stock Market and Small Business,"ow to Set Goals and Reach Them", Cultivating Self Esteem without abandoning the Bible", and "A Wholistic Perspective on Emotional and Spiritual Well-Being".</p>
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</div>31702017-08-17T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:05:23-04:00PANAMA WELCOMES ASI CONVENTION 2017Rohan RileyPanama opened its arms in welcome to the annual ASi-IAD Convention 2017 being held at the Riu Hotel in Panama City, August 16-19, 2017. Under the theme "Committed to Wellness and Service", the Conv...<p align="center"><span><br /><br /><br />P</span><span>anama open</span><span>ed its arms in welcome to the annual ASi-IAD Convention 2017 being held at the Riu Hotel in Panama City, August 16-19, 2017. Under the theme "Committed to Wellness and Service", the Convention brings together the business and professional members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the Inter-America Division for four days of training, networking and celebration of their acheivements during the year. The legal and health professionals of the organization also joined with ASI to host this year's convention.<br /><br />The hall of the hotel came alive with color and spark as the various nations of the region paraded their national costumes and flags as they entered the convention center.</span></p>
<p align="center"><span>The meetings started with a well received address from the Panama Director of Regional Tourism Coordination, Lic. Carmen Gonzalez who also introduced a cultural group which delighted the audience with their music and dance.<br /><br />Pastor Israel Leito, President of the Inter-America Division of Seventh-day Adventist was the keynote speaker and he challenged ASi members to "cast their bread upon the water," as they continued to invest in mission and outreach.<br /><br />Dr. David Williams, world renowned social scientist and professor at Harvard University gave a pointed lecture on mental health and the steps we need to take to identify and treat this desease in our community. He provided reviting eveidence on the prevalence and effects of mental health issues in our society but highlighted many available resources which can help to address this problem.<br /><br />The meeting was hosted by Dr. Leon B. Wellington, Executive Secretary of ASI-IAD and Dr. Marston Thomas, Immediate Past President of ASI-IAD.<br /><br />Photo albums at Facebook/ASI Interamerica.<br /><br /><br /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172194-DSC_0892.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502968455" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172193-DSC_0886.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502968386" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172192-DSC_0874.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502968328" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172189-DSC_0806.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502966018" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172204-DSC_0835.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969258" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172203-DSC_0833.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969248" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172202-DSC_0823.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969239" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172200-DSC_0778.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969218" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172199-DSC_0777.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969209" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172198-DSC_0770.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969200" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172197-DSC_0764.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969191" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172196-DSC_0736.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969182" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172195-DSC_0837.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502969173" alt="" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/172191-DSC_0903.JPG?thumbnail=small&1502968272" alt="" /></span></p>31692017-08-17T00:00:00-04:002020-10-24T04:47:50-04:00ASI GROUP TOURS CANAL AND PANAMA CITYRohan Riley<p align="center"><span><span size="4"><strong><span></span><br /><br /></strong></span></span></p>
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Witnessing and Nurturing
Spirituality and Emotional Health: A Biblical Model to Face Anxiety
Seven Lessons That Adventist Need to Learn from Mental Health
Contractual Pitfall...<p><b>SEMINAR TOPICS</b></p>
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<p>Witnessing and Nurturing</p>
<p>Spirituality and Emotional Health: A Biblical Model to Face Anxiety</p>
<p>Seven Lessons That Adventist Need to Learn from Mental Health </p>
<p>Contractual Pitfalls</p>
<p>The Relationship Between Physical Health and Spiritual Health</p>
<p>Love Your Neighbor as Yourself: Cultivating Self-Esteem Without Abandoning the Bible</p>
<p>The Sustainable Development Goals of the Primary Health Care System by 2030</p>
<p>Healthy Living - Is it to Enrich the Doctors or for your Salvation? </p>
<p>Menopause – A Revolutionary Treatment</p>
<p>Embracing Technology for Business Efficiency & Success</p>
<p>Financing Start-Ups</p>
<p>Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Engines of The 21<sup>st</sup>. Century</p>
<p>Conflict Resolution</p>
<p>Your Business & Profession as a Tool for Evangelism</p>
<p>The Stock Market and Small Businesses</p>
<p>The Thirst: A Wholistic Perspective on Emotional and Spiritual Well Being</p>
<p>How to Set Goals and Reach Them</p>
<p>United or Against the System</p>
<p>How Can the Adventist Lawyer Help the Church </p>
<p>The Basis of Business/Corporation Success</p>
<p>Intellectual Property Rights</p>
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<p><b>THEMES DES SEMINAIRES</b></p>
<p>Témoigner Et Enrichir</p>
<p>Santé Spirituelle Et Emotionnelle : Un Modèle Biblique Pour Faire Face A L’anxiété</p>
<p>Sept Leçons de Santé Mentale que les Adventistes Doivent Apprendre</p>
<p>Les Pièges des Contrats</p>
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<p>Rapport Entre la Santé Physique et la Santé Spirituelle</p>
<p>Aimer Son Prochain Comme Soi-Même : Cultiver l’estime de Soi sans Abandonner la Bible</p>
<p>Objectifs de Développement Durable pour le Système de Soins de Santé Primaires pour 2030</p>
<p> Bonne Hygiène de Vie: Est-ce pour Enricher les Médecins ou pour votre Salut ?</p>
<p>La Menopause – Un Traitement Révolutionnaire</p>
<p>Adopter la Technologie pour Réussir et etre Efficace en Affaires</p>
<p>Financer les Start-Ups</p>
<p>Entreprendre et Innover, Moteurs du Xxie Siècle</p>
<p>Esprit D’entreprise</p>
<p>Résolution de Conflits</p>
<p>Votre Affaire et votre Profession en tant Qu’outils d’évangélisation</p>
<p>Le Marché Boursier et les Petites Entreprises</p>
<p>La Soif : Une Perspective Holistique du Mieux-Être Émotionnel et Spirituel<b>.</b></p>
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<p>Comment se Fixer des Objectifs et les Atteindre.</p>
<p>Unis ou Contre le Système</p>
<p>Comment L’avocat Adventiste Peut-Il Aider l’Eglise ?</p>
<p>La Base du Succès dans les Affaires/Sociétés</p>
<p>Droits de Propriété Intellectuelle</p>
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<p><b>TEMAS PARA SEMINARIOS</b></p>
<p>Testificando y Nutriendo</p>
<p>Salud Espiritual y Emocional: Un Modelo Bíblico para Enfrentar la Ansiedad</p>
<p>Siete Lecciones que los Adventistas Necesitan Aprender acerca de la Salud Mental</p>
<p>Escollos Contractuales</p>
<p>Ama a tu Prójimo Como a ti Mismo: Cultivando la Estima Propia Sin Dejar de Lado la Biblia</p>
<p>Las metas para el Desarrollo Sostenible de los Sistemas de Salud Primaria para el 2030</p>
<p>La Relacion entre la Salud Fisica y la Salud Espiritual</p>
<p>Involucrando la Tecnología para Lograr el Éxito y la Eficiencia en los Negocios</p>
<p>Financiando una Nueva Empresa</p>
<p>Emprendimiento e Innovación:Motores del Siglo XXI</p>
<p>Resolviendo Conflictos</p>
<p>Su Negocio y su Profesión como Herramientas para el Evangelismo</p>
<p>El Mercado de Valores y los Negocios Pequeños</p>
<p>La Sed: Una Perspectiva Holistica del Bienestar Spiritual y Emocional</p>
<p>Cómo Fijar Metas y Alcanzarlas</p>
<p>Una Vida Saludable para Enriquecer a los Médicos o para mi Salvación</p>
<p>La Menopausia – Un Tratamiento Revolucionario</p>
<p>Unidos al Sistema o en contra de él</p>
<p>Cómo el Abogado Adventista Puede Ayudar a la Iglesia</p>
<p>Las Bases del Exito de los Negocios y de las Corporaciones</p>
<p>Derechos de Propiedad Intellectual</p>
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<p><b> </b></p>30792017-04-04T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:04:57-04:00STAY AT RIU HOTEL PANAMA WITH ASI FOR USD 55 PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCYRohan Riley
WELCOME TO THE RIU PLAZA PANAMA HOTEL
Located in the heart of the financial district, the Riu Plaza Panama Hotel offers you a unique urban experience so that you can enjoy your vacation or...<p></p>
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<h4><em><span style="font-size: x-large;">WELCOME TO THE RIU PLAZA PANAMA HOTEL</span></em></h4>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><em>Located in the heart of the financial district, the <strong>Riu Plaza Panama Hotel</strong> offers you a unique urban experience so that you can enjoy your vacation or business trip. This <strong>hotel in Panama City</strong> has many amenities, such as a pool, a gym, conference rooms and a spa to ensure you enjoy your stay at <strong>RIU Hotels & Resorts</strong>.<br /><br /></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><em>The <strong>Riu Plaza Panama Hotel</strong> has more than <strong>600 rooms</strong> distributed over 34 floors with all of the services required for maximum comfort. You will have access to free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a mini refrigerator, a lounge area, a coffee machine, as well as other services. In addition, guests who stay in executive rooms and suites will have various free services such as a private check-in and check-out area, a conference room, concierge services and discounts at our <a href="http://www.riu.com/en/Paises/panama/panama-city/hotel-riu-plaza-panama/golf-wellness.jsp" target="_blank" tooltipenable="true" tooltip="Renova Spa at Riu Plaza Panama Hotel">Renova Spa</a>.<br /><br /></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><em>The cutting-edge decoration, quality and variety of the hotel's dining options make them a real attraction. At the Arts and Tastes restaurants, the dishes prepared by our chefs will guarantee you to have an <strong>incredible culinary experience</strong>. Similarly, at the Sushi Lounge Studio 50, our lobby bar, and at the snack bar you can enjoy all types of beverages and appetizers.<br /><br /></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><em>Our hotel in Panama City has <a href="http://www.riu.com/en/Paises/panama/panama-city/hotel-riu-plaza-panama/grupos.jsp" target="_blank" tooltipenable="true" tooltip="Conference rooms">23 conference rooms</a> with a capacity for more than 1,300 people and are equipped with the best audiovisual technology so that your events are a success. If you wish, you can also use the Riu Plaza Panama Hotel's <strong>business center</strong> which has high-speed Wi-Fi, a photocopier, printer, secretary service and multimedia computers, among other conveniences.<br /><br /></em></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><em>In the area surrounding the <strong>Hotel Riu Plaza Panama</strong> you will find the best attractions and malls in the city, such as the well-known <strong>Soho Mall</strong>, located less than a quarter mile from our facilities. In addition, our hotel is just 10 minutes from the Iglesia del Carmen and Via Argentina subway stations, making it easy for you to discover all of Panama City..<br /><br /><br /></em></span></p>
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<p><em><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="text-align: left; color: #222222; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Roboto, arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; background-color: #ffffff; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;"><br /><span class="_ZCm r-iABS_mVy3Uww kno-desc-sh" style="font-size: medium; margin-top: 14px; display: inline-block;" jsl="$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;" data-ved="0ahUKEwjZ_fThpYvTAhVEJCYKHaG0DpIQ200I8wEwGA">Bordering the Obarrio financial district, this ultramodern, high-rise hotel is a 3-minute walk from the World Trade Center Panama and a 10-minute walk from Iglesia del Carmen metro station.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> <br /></span><span class="_dgc kd-hc" style="display: inline;" data-ved="0ahUKEwjZ_fThpYvTAhVEJCYKHaG0DpIQ3E0I9QEwGA"><span class="_I5e"><br />Chic rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, as well as minifridges, coffeemakers and desks. All have sitting areas; upgraded rooms add minibars and city views. Suites feature living rooms; some also have kitchenettes. Room service is provided 24/7.<br /></span><span class="_I5e"><br />In addition to free parking and a breakfast buffet, amenities include 4 eateries (including a sushi bar), and a 24-hour deli. There's also a spa, an outdoor pool and a gym. Meeting/event rooms are available.<br /><br /></span></span></span></span></span></em></p>30782017-04-04T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:05:09-04:00ASI-IAD 2017 CONVENTION TO BE HELD IN PANAMARohan RileyThe 2017 ASI IAD Convention will be held in Panama City August 16th- 19th. This was announced at the first meeting of the new ASI-IAD Board which was held in Miami, Florida on December 1st, 2016.
...<span style="font-size: x-large;"><em>The 2017 ASI IAD Convention will be held in Panama City August 16th- 19th. This was announced at the first meeting of the new ASI-IAD Board which was held in Miami, Florida on December 1st, 2016.<br /><br /></em></span>
<p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><em>Plans are underway to make this a grand and exciting event as both the Adventist Legal Practicioners and Helath Professionals will be joining the ASi members form around the region for this event. One of the main focus of the Convention will be on Health and Wellness, with many events centered around this.<br /><br /></em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-large;"><em>Details of the event will be posted soon on this site and registration will be also open on this site.</em></span></p>29772016-12-13T00:00:00-05:002021-10-02T18:04:28-04:00ASI-IAD 2017 CONVENTION TO BE HELD IN PANAMARohan RileyThe 2017 ASI IAD Convention will be held in Panama City August 16th- 19th. This was announced at the first meeting of the new ASI-IAD Board which was held in Miami, Florida on December 1st, 2016. P...The 2017 ASI IAD Convention will be held in Panama City August 16th- 19th. This was announced at the first meeting of the new ASI-IAD Board which was held in Miami, Florida on December 1st, 2016. <br /><br />Plans are underway to make this a grand and exciting event as both the Adventist Legal Practicioners and Helath Professionals will be joining the ASi members form around the region for this event. One of the main focus of the Convention will be on HHealth and Wellness, with many events centered around this.<br /><br />Details of the event will be posted soon on this site and registration will be also open on this site.29762016-12-12T00:00:00-05:002021-10-02T18:04:01-04:00ASI Convention in Medellin Colombia Rohan RileyInter-America’s 15th Annual Adventist-laymen’s Services and Industries (ASi) Convention opened last night encouraging its Adventist professionals, business owners and today’s generation of creative...<p><span>Inter-America’s 15th Annual Adventist-laymen’s Services and Industries (ASi) Convention opened last night encouraging its Adventist professionals, business owners and today’s generation of creative professionals in the church move forward with the mission of the church.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Hundreds gathered at Colombia’s Adventist University in Medellin, during the opening ceremony, which was streamed live online, and included government officials, church leaders and guest speakers, to set the tone of the four-day event.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>“We want you to be ‘Connected, Empowered and Transformed’ as our theme says so that we can all be able to do greater work for God and those around us,” said Dr. Marston Thomas, president of ASi Inter-America.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Thomas reported that ASi members across the Inter-American Division (IAD) have been busy in their localities engaged in the world church’s Total Member Involvement initiative and IAD’s Lord Transform Me projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>“Many ASi-ers have conducted seminars, evangelistic campaigns and bible studies that have added many to the church,” said Thomas. “We must commend those who have extended help to various communities, health projects and facilities to take care of the sick, feeding thousands and providing homes for the homeless.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Congresswoman from the Antioquía Department Ana Cristina Moreno Palacios welcomed the church and its ASi event to the city of Medellin. Moreno praised the visible work of the church in Medellin with 2.2 million people and included the 6.3 million people in the Antioquía Department.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>“We acknowledge the work that the Adventist Church, its business owners, lawyers, institutions does for society,” said Moreno. “Your institutions to defend liberties, to educate professionals with an emphasis on service, your church’s healthy lifestyle, humanitarian and social work for the less fortunate, your work in strengthening families as the base of society in your communities, is very much appreciated.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Keynote speaker Dr. Conrad Duncan, vice president for administration for the church in the Florida Conference, highlighted the need for Adventist professionals to be connected by the only source of power found in God’s Holy Spirit.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>“We need to all be connected with Jesus Christ, work together connected with the church of God and its mission, and connected with those who are lost,” Duncan said.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>“It is not possible to be connected with God and overlook the church of God,” said Duncan. “God is still leading His church and we should be connected with the church of God to ensure the mission get carried out in reaching the lost and prepare them for the soon coming of Christ.”<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Participants at this year’s convention will get the opportunity to network, sit in on professional development and business management seminars, strengthen on-going projects and new projects to benefit the community.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>The convention will also see Adventist lawyers join the event and take part in a forum to highlight, discuss and formulate solutions to contemporary issues and challenges affecting the Adventist Church today.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span>Dr. Thomas reported that during the convention, a new ASi President would be elected as well as a new board instated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span><br /><o:p></o:p></span></p>29752016-12-12T00:00:00-05:002021-10-02T18:04:16-04:00Rolando Garcia Elected President of ASI Interamerica DivisionRohan RileyThe Guatemalan Entrepreneur Rolando Garcia was elected President of ASI Interamerica Division. This occurred during the business session of the ASi IAD Convention being held in Medellin Colombia, A...<span class="ecxmbtext"><b><span>The Guatemalan Entrepreneur Rolando Garcia was elected President of ASI Interamerica Division. This occurred during the business session of the ASi IAD Convention being held in Medellin Colombia, August 17-20, 2016.</span></b></span><span class="apple-converted-space"><b><span> </span></b></span><b><span><br /> <br /> <span class="ecxmbtext">Mr. Garcia previously served as Vice-President of ASI IAD. The outgoing President is Dr. Marston Thomas who served from 2011 to present, during which time the organization experience tremendous growth and advancement.<br /><br /><strong><span>President Garcia has been very active in ASI for many years and has spear-headed many successful projects over the years. He was greeted and congratulated by the officers and members of ASI and also by Pastor Al Powell, Youth Director for the Inter America Division of Seventh-day Adventist.</span></strong><b><span><br /> <!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br /> <!--[endif]--></span></b></span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /> <br /> <!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br /> <!--[endif]--></span></span></b>28742016-08-19T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:03:49-04:00LIVE STREAMING OF ASI/ IAD CONVENTION 2016Rohan RileyThe ASI Interamerica Division Convention 2016 is being streamed live on the internet by Esperanza Colombia TV. Viewers all over the region can join in the event which is being held in Colombia, Aug...<br /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/166983-download.png?thumbnail=large&1471621135" alt="" /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>The ASI Interamerica Division Convention 2016 is being streamed live on the internet by Esperanza Colombia TV. Viewers all over the region can join in the event which is being held in Colombia, August 17 -20tth by going to the website</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>http://www.esperanzacolombia.tv/</strong></span>28562016-08-04T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:03:34-04:00NOTICE OF BUSINESS SESSIONRohan RileyNotice is hereby given that the Inter-American Division ASI will hold its fifteenth Session, August 17-20 at the Colombia Adventist University. Medellin, Colombia. The first meeting will commence a...<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Notice</span> is hereby given that the Inter-American Division ASI will hold its fifteenth Session, August 17-20 at the Colombia Adventist University. Medellin, Colombia. The first meeting will commence at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.</span></strong></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>The purpose of these meetings is to receive reports, to elect officers for the ensuing term, and to transact any other business that may properly come to the delegates in session.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Dr. Marston Thomas, President</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Por este medio se da aviso que ASI de la División Interamericana tendrá su decimo quinta Sesión del 17 al 20 de agosto en la Universidad Adventista de Colombia, Medellín, Colombia. La primera reunión comenzará a las 5:00 pm el miércoles, 17 de agosto del 2016.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Pastor Leon Wellington, Secretario</strong></span></p>28542016-08-03T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:02:47-04:00NOTICE OF BUSINESS SESSIONRohan Riley NOTICE OF BUSINESS SESSIONNotice is hereby given that the Inter-American Division ASI will hold its fifteenth Session, August 17-20 a...<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">NOTICE OF BUSINESS SESSION</span><br /><br /></span>Notice is hereby given that the Inter-American Division ASI will hold its fifteenth Session, August 17-20 at the Colombia Adventist University. Medellin, Colombia. The first meeting will commence at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 17, 2016.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>The purpose of these meetings is to receive reports, to elect officers for the ensuing term, and to transact any other business that may properly come to the delegates in session.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Dr. Marston Thomas, President</strong></span></p>
<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Pastor Leon Wellington, Secretary</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Por este medio se da aviso que ASI de la División Interamericana tendrá su decimo quinta Sesión del 17 al 20 de agosto en la Universidad Adventista de Colombia, Medellín, Colombia. La primera reunión comenzará a las 5:00 pm el miércoles, 17 de agosto del 2016.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Pastor Leon Wellington, Secretario</strong></span></p>28532016-08-03T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:03:08-04:00DETAILS OF AS/LAWYERS CONVENTION Rohan RileyThe ASI/Lawyers Convention to be held in Medellin, Columbia promises to be an historic event as Adventist Legal Professionals along with Adventist Business and Professional leaders convene jointly....<img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/166866-images_(3).jpg?thumbnail=medium&1470206134" alt /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">The ASI/Lawyers Convention to be held in Medellin, Columbia promises to be an historic event as Adventist Legal Professionals along with Adventist Business and Professional leaders convene jointly.<br /><br /><br /><strong>AIRPORT</strong>: Jose Marie Cordova. (MDE).</span>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>TRAVEL DATES</strong>: The opening ceremony begins at 5:30 pm on Wednesday 17th August and the convention ends on Sabbath 20th at about 6:30pm, so plan travel accordingly.[Board members should plan to arrive on Tuesday 16th for a meeting at 6:00pm]</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>HOTEL</strong>: Hotel Four Point by Sheraton</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Cra 43C #6 Sur 100, Medellín,</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Antioquia, Colombia</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Phone: +57 4 3197400</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Hotel Poblado Plaza.</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Av. El Poblado, Medellín,</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Antioquia, Colombia</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Phone:+57 4 2685555</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>ROOM RATES PER NIGHT (both hotels)</strong>:</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Type of room Per person</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Single US100.00</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Double 75.00</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">These rates include Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport: airport – hotel – airport</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">and transport: hotel -UNAC – hotel (for the 4 days)</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>AGENT</strong>: Our agent in Medellin is Ricardo Iglesias ricardo@gratitour.com</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">He will make bookings for the hotel and transportation. Send him an email with the type of room required and the number of nights. If you book directly with the hotel the rates will not be the same.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>MEALS</strong>: Lunch and dinner will be served at UNAC and the total daily cost is approximately</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">US$ 10.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>REGISTRATION</strong>: The link for registration is: http://semm-iad.adventist.org . Instructions are given in a separate attachment.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>REGISTRATION FEE</strong>: US$100 payable at the convention.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>VISA</strong>: There are a number of countries that require a visa for entry into Colombia.</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Please check your country’s requirements.<br /><br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>PARADE OF NATIONS</strong>: National dress and flags should be brought for the Parade of the Nations at the opening ceremony.<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>SEMINARS include</strong>:</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Adventists in Public Service</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Why should the Church maintain relations with State legislators, the OAS and UN.</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• On being an Adventist lawyer: it’s all about associations</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Dealing with Sabbath Conflicts in the Workplace</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Adventists & Inter-Faith Relations</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Success through Sound Stewardship Practices</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Lord Transform Me</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Same sex Marriage, Transgender Issues & The Church</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• How Can the Adventist Lawyer help the Church</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Your Business - A tool for Evangelism</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• I want to live healthy</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Balancing Life and Business</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Retirement & Succession Planning</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• The Method That God Blesses</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Witnessing at the workplace</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Principles of Business for times of economic hardship</span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">• Total Member Involvement in Church Building </span></p>28522016-08-03T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:03:20-04:00 ASI/Lawyers Convention 17- 20 August 2016, Medellin, ColombiaRohan RileyASI- IAD will convene a special ASI/Lawyers Convention between the 17- 20 August 2016 in Medellin, Colombia. This will be the first of its kind and will bring together lawyers from across the Inte...<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span face="verdana, sans-serif" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><b><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/166865-images_(1).jpg?thumbnail=medium&1470203928" alt="" /><br /><br /><br /></b><span style="font-size: large;">ASI- IAD will convene a special ASI/Lawyers Convention between the 17- 20 August 2016 in Medellin, Colombia. This will be the first of its kind and will bring together lawyers from across the Inter-America Division</span><b><span>.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">Hotel: Hotel Four Point by Sheraton and Hotel Poblado Plaza.</span></b></span></p>
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<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span face="verdana, sans-serif" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><b>Rates per person per night :</b></span></p>
<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span face="verdana, sans-serif" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><b>Single room US$ 100</b></span></p>
<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span face="verdana, sans-serif" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><b>Double room US$ 75</b></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">Registration open. <a href="http://semm-iad.adventist.org/" target="_blank">http://semm-iad.adventist.org</a>. </span></p>
<p class="ecxMsoNormal"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Go to “ASI Summit Medellín Colombia Registration open to General Public."</b></span></p>
<div><b> </b></div>23142014-09-09T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:02:30-04:00Impact Belize- The God Who Walks With Me- July 18-August 24, 2014Rohan RileyThe Inter American Division’s Children Ministries, Adventist MissionDepartments and the IAD’S Adventist Laypersons in Services andIndustries in association with ASI Mission 2000 & Beyond, havejust ...The Inter American Division’s Children Ministries, Adventist Mission<br />Departments and the IAD’S Adventist Laypersons in Services and<br />Industries in association with ASI Mission 2000 & Beyond, have<br />just concluded the second cross-cultural children Mission project<br />in Corozol, Belize. The theme for this year’s impact was “The God<br />who walks with me”. The initial plan was for 10 sites but by the<br />conclusion of the first Sabbath we had eleven (11) sites across the<br />District of Corozol namely: Central ,North Side, Ranchito, Xaibe,<br />Libertad, Calcutta, San Joaquin , San Narciso ,San Pedro ,<br />Concepcion and Santa Clara.
<p>The initial projection was for 120-150 missionaries.</p>
<p>We had 105 missionaries who participated throughout the 3<br />weeks.</p>
<p>Despite the many challenges and set- backs , especially the<br />health challenge and constant battle with dehydration God<br />showed Himself strong in His cause and on behalf of His people.</p>
<p>This was a rescue operation and as soldiers were temporarily<br />incapacitated others volunteered to ensure that every post of<br />duty was manned because 55 precious souls needed to be<br />brought home. To God belongs all the glory for what he<br />continues to do through his children and young people.. We<br />thank Him for the many life lessons that are being learnt by<br />these young people even as they pledge their lives to work<br />for the God who is always triumphant.</p>
<p>There were projects executed at 10 sites which included:<br />Vacation Bible School, the painting of parks and the sea wall,<br />repairs of homes, street clean up, cleaning of community centres<br />and the creation of a 10 commandment mural in San Pedro.</p>
<p>These humanitarian projects were well received and this had a</p>
<p>positive effect on the visitor’s attendance for the nightly<br />evangelistic program. Over 208 visitors were recorded as having<br />attended the series.</p>
<p>There was tremendous excitement about the construction of the<br />Health Clinic at North Side Seventh-day Adventist Church, which</p>
<p>was our major collective undertaking. Since the budget for this<br />project was not realized, we were able to assist in taking the<br />building up to the level of the ring beam of the first floor. We<br />thank the Tobago Chapter of ASI for their specific contribution to<br />the health clinic. Young people from the visiting teams worked on</p>23042014-08-19T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:02:16-04:00ASI-IAD Convention 2014Rohan Riley
By Rohan Riley. Public Relations Officer, ASI- Inter-America Division
The annual ASI Inter-America Division Convention was held in Puebla Mexico, August 13-16, 2014. The Convention was...<p> </p>
<p><i><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">By Rohan Riley. Public Relations Officer, ASI- Inter-America Division</span></i></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">The annual ASI Inter-America Division Convention was held in Puebla Mexico, August 13-16, 2014. The Convention was held under the theme ‘Involved in the Mission’ and opened on Wednesday with a moving address by Pastor Elie Henry, Executive Secretary of the Inter-America Division of Seventh-day Adventist.<br /><br />Over 10 seminars were conducted during this convention, and were equally divided between health and business development. Dr. Elmo Rodriguez did a presentation on how to take care of our health by focusing on the 3 main areas of degeneration as we age. One of the other great seminars focused on how we can use technology <br /> to e<img style="float: left;" src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148883-3.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" />nhance both our business as well as the mission of the Church. This was presented by Abel Marquez, the Associate Communications Director for the Inter-America Division. With lack of funding being identified as one of the causes for some ASI chapters not being successful, Pastor Theodore Jaria conducted a seminar on ‘How to raise Funds for Projects’. He pointed out that one of the ways to gain funding for a project is to get the involvement of outside individuals or agencies. However in order to do this projects must be properly planned and presented, so that donors can have confidence that the project will be executed efficiently and honestly. Dr Manuel Alva made a presentation on ‘Reaching the mind of the Post Modern’ with the Gospel. He traced the history of religious thinking from the pre modern era to the postmodern where almost anything goes and there was no established standard of morality.</span> </p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">One of the best received seminars was one conduct by Dr Roy Adams entitled ‘13 Things I’ve Learned and wish I'd Learnt Earlier’, where he itemized various self-development and self-fulfillment concepts which all of us need to adopt much sooner in our lives. Some of these included being yourself,; developing a sense of self-worth,; recognizing that we can make something of our lives even from humble beginnings; recognizing the importance of setting goals among other things.<br /><br />Tracey Johnson, daughter of Vice president Victor Johnson and a communication expert trained us on how to ensure excellent customer service in our organization and thus exceed our client’s expectations. <br /><br />Two of the seminars focused on very serious medical concerns that were gender specific and so the males and females were divided to hear Dr. Elmo Rodriguez speak on the Prostate while Dr Esther Garcia spoke on breast cancer. The opportunity was provided for the attendees to have their questions answered and this proved very useful to many.<br /><br /><br />One of the highlights of the convention was the Market Place Ministry where the various chapters made presentations on the different projects and programs which they had executed during the year. Each delegation marched up in their national dress, proudly parading their flag as they took to the podium and made their presentation. For this Convention most of the reports were in the form of a video production and Pastor Leon Wellington, Executive Secretary of ASI-IAD commented on the high quality of many of the multi-media work. It was evident form the various reports from all over the region that ASI is making an impact in their communities many engaging in relevant and meaningful projects. It was announced that the ASI initiated project “Good Samaritan Inn”, In Kingston Jamaica had been selected as one of the beneficiaries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s thirteenth Sabbath Offering. Many other projects have caught the attention of their National bodies and are being recognized for their impact in the various countries.<br /><br />O<img style="float: left;" src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148898-6.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" />ne of the initiatives which was started at the Convention was the hosting of four networking sessions, where individuals involved in similar industries or vocations were able to formalize contact with ech other and register for a joint database which will be administered through the website. (www.asi.interamerica.org ).<br /><br /> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">Dr Roy Adam, former Editor of the Review and Herald gave the closing address during which he spoke of his dream for a day when the power of the Holy Spirit would be poured out in such copious measures that the whole world would be riveted to the amazing work which the Lord was doing through His people.</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">The program ended with a rallying charge by Pastor Everett Brown as he challenged us to be bold and passionate and conquer our fears as we cease every opportunity to share Christ with all those people who need to know him. He urged us to grab every opportunity, with every business contact and with every business deal, to let desperate and hopeless sinners know that Jesus saves and He satisfies.</span> </p>
<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;" face="Calibri">For the year 2015 there will be no ASI- IAD Convention as the General Conference Session will be held in San Antonio Texas, July 2-11.<br /><img style="float: right;" src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148878-2.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><br /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/149033-ASI_30.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148621-IMG_7193.JPG?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148963-ASI_14_-_Copy.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148863-12.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148998-ASI_23_-_Copy.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148983-ASI_19_-_Copy.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/149013-ASI_26.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148868-13.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148933-ASI_6_-_Copy.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148858-11.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/149008-ASI_24.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /></span></p>
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<p></p>23012014-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:01:35-04:00Convention Main Speaker Tells of His DreamsRohan RileyThe main speaker for the Sabbath Service at the ASI-IAD Convention being held in Puebla, Mexico was Dr. Roy Adams Retired Associate Editor of the Adventist Review/Adventist World. For forty mesmeri...<img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148626-IMG_0435.JPG?thumbnail=small&1441088987" /><br /><br />The main speaker for the Sabbath Service at the ASI-IAD Convention being held in Puebla, Mexico was Dr. Roy Adams Retired Associate Editor of the Adventist Review/Adventist World. For forty mesmerizing minutes he alowed to dream with him a dream he has harbored for many years. Under the topic- The Magnitude and the Complexity of the Mission he wondered aloud -How would we get this mission accomplished with such a great magnitude and such complexity. The Mission as it stated was given by Jesus Christ Himself in Matthew 28 v 18-19 when he instructed us to and finish the gospel.<br /><br />Dr. Adams spoke of the time he first visited Bomaby India, and saw the great multitude that lived in poverty. Though previously being an ardent anti-poverty advocate he was so overwhelmed by the enormity of the problem as displayed by such a vast population that he lost his activist zeal, being overcome by the magnitude of the task. Another experience which demnstrated the enormity of the challenge we face was when he share a flight with a young man from Saudi Arabia and during thheir conversation was sudenly sruck by the fact of how long it would take to meaningfully introduce Jesus Christ to a person such as this. The gap between his backgrong and christianity wa so huge.<br /><br />In thoughful mood the preacher recalled his awaking to the complexity of our mission when he visited the Worldn Council of Churches<br /> 23002014-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:01:47-04:00Convention Unveils- How to Gain the Health AdvantageRohan RileyThe Lord has an advantage for us so that we can be able to accomplish our endeavors, both in business and other areas of our lives". This was said by Dr. Elmo Rodriquez Sosa, as he spoke at the ann...<br /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148621-IMG_7193.JPG?thumbnail=large&1441088987" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The Lord has an advantage for us so that we can be able to accomplish our endeavors, both in business and other areas of our lives". This was said by Dr. Elmo Rodriquez Sosa, as he spoke at the annual ASi-IAD Convention being held in La Puebla, Mexico. Stating that God's desire is for us to be healthy and prosperous, not only to benefit our business enterprise but because He wants to dwell in us as reference in 1 Corinthians 13 V16-17. Therefore although our bodies tend to degenerate as we age, and aches and pains seem inevitable; this doesn't have to be so, and God has given us a plan to prevent this. It is as we follow that plan that we will gain the advantage in our lives.
<p>Dr. Rodriquez was talking under the topic' How To Take Care of Your Health', and postulated that the degenerative process occurs in all three major areas of our health and therefore we should pay attention to each of these. Our bone system suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and arthritis in the spine. This leads to pain and suffering in our bodies extending from our shoulders, fingers, hips, knees and joints all over. However this problem is primarily caused by us introducing things into our bodies that stimulate inflammation, and that impedes proper blood circulation. Therefore by avoiding fatty acids, high cholesterol foods, and living an active lifestyle we can restrain this process. This is part of the better plan that God has for us.</p>
<p>Osteoporosis, where our bones loose density and its ability to maintain our frame is also one of the common problems in this area.This is due to calcium loss in our bones and is contributed to largely by things we put in our bodies which stimulate calcium loss, such as sodas which contain phosphoric acid along with coffee and caffeine beverages. Lack of vitamin D is another contributing factor, and over 80% of us are said to have less than the minimum recommended levels, while this is readily available by exposing our self to adequate sunlight each day. Another major cause of this disease is the eating of excess protein, which our body combats by releasing calcium from our bones. So by eating less meat, cheese and butter we can greatly increase our chances of avoiding this problem, and especially if we sit for most of the day we should limit our daily protein intake to 50g.</p>
<p>The second area that we need to pay attention to , according to our presenter, was our mental health and nervous system. we should keep an eye on our level of stress as while the production of cortisone and adrenalin helps us with alertness, any excess starts to "eat away" at our brains. We need to plan our daily activities so that we can better manage our obligations and reserve time to meditate and accept God's promise in Isiah 25 v 3 that "our minds will be kept in perfect peace if we focus on Christ". We can preserve our mental health and nervous system by learning to break our routine and relaxing sometime, by being creative and doing things in a different way, and by challenging our brain each day. Another secret for a better brain is to read the Bible, and it has been shown that this along with worship and thanksgiving causes a mental boost and increases our mental capacity.</p>
<p>Roman 12 v 2 tells us that we can be transformed by the renewing of our minds, and there is guidance in the scripture of how we can develop the kind of brain that is healthy and active by following God's plan. He wants us to spend more time in nature and less before the computer, not to be enclosed in 4 walls of voluntary confinement. He wants us to befriend people with warm and tender hearts who show love and empathy to others. He wants us to meditate, relax and reflect, taking time to incorporate His word into our lives as we meditate o the scriptures.</p>
<p>From 2004 until present Dr. Rodriquez has been the guest doctor on the radio program Clinica Abierta which is produced by WZOL FM station San Juan, Puerto Rico. For 28 years he has integrated his knowledge of medicine, nutrition, botany, hydrotherapy and lifestyle to develop an alternative practice of medicine. He shared with us 7 secrets to improving our brain. These include learning to face negative emotions, engaging in satisfying activities, learning to forgive ourselves, avoid loosing focus on our objective by looking away too much ,sticking to a cause greater than our self to take selfishness from our hearts, love and let our self be loved. Quoting from the apostle Paul who said " now abides hope, faith and love. but the greatest of these is love.The doctor advised us to love with no strings attached.</p>
<p>The last area of emphasis in this discussion on how to take care of our health and gain the health advantage focused on the cardiovascular system. Dr. Rodriquez emphasized that inactivity damages circulation, which is essential for carrying oxygen and nutrients throughout our bodies, but also allows excess waste to exit our bodies, which if remaining will cause the degenerative process to accelerate. And so to foster good blood circulation we need to move our bodies and avoid inactivity.</p>
<p>Smoking and caffeine beverages also damages our circulatory system by closing our arteries, increasing our blood pressure and accelerating our heart rhythm, similar to what occurs when we are under stress.</p>
<p>We should pay close attention to our lipid profile, which shows the levels of lipo protein or fat carrying enzymes in our blood. Brain scans of those over 60 yr old shows the degenerative process on the small blood vessels and tissues which contain our memories and our spirituality. We need to protect these. We also need to check our blood pressure as built up pressure in our major blood vessels will start to damage our kidneys, brains and heart. If a blockage occurs in these we will have a heart attack and if in our small vessels in the brain we will have a stroke. We must also watch our body weight , and not just by looking in the mirror, but by knowing our body mass index to see if we are normal, overweight or obese.</p>
<p>Ending on the note that God crated our body and its organs to function harmoniously, he implored us to learn God's plan and follow it, so as to live long, healthy and productive lives. As the scripture says, "Teach us to count our days.".</p>22992014-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:02:03-04:00La Puebla Welcomes ASI ConventionRohan Riley The Annual Convention of the Inter-America Division Adventist-Laymen Service and Industry (ASI) commenced at the Holiday Inn Finsa in Puebla, Mexico on Wednesday August 13th,2014. The program comm...<br /><br /><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> <img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/148601-20140813_185009.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088987" /></span>The Annual Convention of the Inter-America Division Adventist-Laymen Service and Industry (ASI) commenced at the Holiday Inn Finsa in Puebla, Mexico on Wednesday August 13th,2014. The program commenced with a cultural presentation by the local chapter, which was followed by the parade of nations where the various countries which were being represented at the session appeared in their national dress and bearing their nation's flag. After the opening preliminaries were concluded the meeting was addressed by Pastor Abraham Sandoval, Union Secretary for the Inter-Oceanic Mexican Union, who welcomed us to his Union and wished for us a very enjoyable convention. The local ASI Chapter President also gave greetings after which Dr. Marston Thomas, President of ASI-IAD expressed how delighted the organization was for the warm and hospitable welcome which it had received by the local ASI members and the city of La Puebla in general. He promised four wonderful days of power packed actvities in seminars, bible studies, testimonies, prayer and praise and networking.<br /><br />ASI has always received cordiality from the local civic leaders during its conventions in various cities around the region, and this year was no exception as special greetings and welcome were given by Mr. Jose A. Fayad, President of the Municipality. He extended the hand of friendship and warm Mexican welcome to the gathering and wished for us a memorable stay in La Puebla. Pastor Leon Wellington, Vice-President of the Inter-America Division and Executive Secretary of ASI-IAD then presented the program overview for the convention. and introduced the guest speaker for the evening, Pastor Eliie Henry.<br /><br />Pastor Henry is the Executive Secretary of Inter-America Division head-quartered in Miami, Florida. He was previously the Vice President of the Division and Chairman of the Boards of Education, the Biblical Research Committee and Director of Human Resources. Prior to joining the Division he was Secretary , then President of the Haitain Union, before which he was Professor and Dean of the School of Theology at the Haitian University. Dr. Henry holds a degree from the Universidad Adventista del Plata in Argentina, and Masters and PhD degrees from the Universite de Strasbourg in France. He also studied at the presitigious Ecole Biblique et Archeologique Francaise de Jerusalem, Israel, under a scholarship from the Louvre Museum. Dr. Henry delivered a moving and passionate sermon during which he challenged ASI to live out its motto and be an integral part of the closing work of the gospel.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />21702014-03-27T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:01:20-04:00ASI IAD President Conducts Revelation Seminar Rohan Riley
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">Along with other Seventh Day Adventist churches in Kingston, the Washington Gardens church, situated at 41 Headley Avenue in Kingston 20, embarked on a mission to continue its positive impact on its immediate environs. The objective was met as ‘The “Star” of the Drama of Revelation’ and other topics were presented in an interactive format.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">Six lessons were presented each week over the four week period. At each session, the host, Janeine Laing anchored the activities by recapping details of the previous lesson, engaging the audience through question and answer sessions and introducing special features. The features include presentations on Community Building, Health and Family Issues, Youth issues and a Prayer Tower. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">The Washington Gardens church is known for its rich musical offerings. This tradition was maintained as at each session rich music was used to set the tone for the dynamic presentations by Dr Thomas. Frequently heard and little understood topics like “The Mark of the Beast” were explained. As the seminars progressed the truths of Revelation, which to some participants were considered difficult, </span><span style="font-size: small;">were made plain.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"> With clearer understanding of the end time prophecies and a sense of urgency, commitments were made by church members and visitors to live in such a way as to avoid “The Mark of the Beast” and accept “Righteousness by Faith”. By the end of the Seminars, there were three baptismal services with a total of seventeen souls added to the kingdom of God. Other prospects are being followed by the presenter and team. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;">One of the regular attendees stated that the seminar could not have come at a better time as everyone needs to have some basis for hope.</span></p>
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<p> <span style="font-size: small;">Seminar Coordinator, Dale Flynn and the leadership team of the church gave oversight to the program. The well executed seminar ended with the graduation of 25 participants, changed lives and empowered individuals thus fulfilling the mission of Metro Mission 2014.</span></p>
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<p>Submitted by Communication Department Washington Gardens SDA Church</p>21692014-03-25T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:01:01-04:00ASI Guadeloupe holds Convention Rohan Riley
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<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">1. How to earn your living without losing your health. Didier Desplan</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">2. Entrepreneurs and their vision for the youth. Roseline Quemin</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">3. How does the entrepreneur deal with the various demands of a humanistic society. Lionel Delasse</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">4. The businessman and the practice of his faith in everyday life. Claudy Retel</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">5. The Business and its Management structure: Berté Bonnaire </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">6. How to make a good living without losing your soul? Matison Preville</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">7. Practical ways of relaxing while a work. Marie-Laure Guiollet</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">DURING this convention the members of ASI gave 3500 Euros for the air conditioning of a primary school in Marie Galante. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">"I want to personally thank the ASI president and his team for this wonderful and enriching weekend. Congratulations. May God bless and strengthen the commitment and effort of everyone.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;" size="3">I pray that God will help me, according to His will, to enhance my professional and other projects and to be even more effective for Him".</span></p>
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<p>The Food Drive and Fundraiser, branded “Connecting and Sharing” was the second Annual Food Drive held by ASi to provide food baskets for the less fortunate members of the society. Food solicited at supermarkets from generous shoppers was handed over to the Community Services Director, Pastor Wesley Nyack, who, together with his team of Community Services Leaders, started distributing baskets on Sunday, December 15, 2013, says ASi President, Annie K. Price.</p>
<p>The Food Drive, held November 23<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;" size="2">rd</span></sup> to December 7th at all Fosters Food Fair Stores with additional days at Hurley’s Supermarket, has been a most rewarding experience with an overwhelming response from the public, says Ms Price. Shoppers maybe on a tight budget, but they gave nevertheless, knowing that their generosity will reap bountiful blessings. Amongst coins collected was found a silver pendant with a cross in the center and the word “Blessings” written on it. God has truly blessed the people of the Cayman Islands who in turn continue to given willingly to those in need. ASi volunteers were commended by members of the public for giving their time and efforts to such a worthy cause and those who were not in a position to offer food items made donations.</p>
<p>Rohan Riley, past ASi President and current distributor of LASCO products in the Cayman Islands, swelled the baskets with a very generous donation of food items.</p>
<p>At distribution, recipients expressed their gratitude and before parting prayers were offered for the donors, the participants and the beneficiaries. “Keys To Happiness” a booklet containing the main ingredients for a happy life was added to the food basket.</p>
<p>ASi and the Community Services Department of the Cayman Islands Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Church expresses thanks to all donors, supporters and promoters. Because of their kindness, many will be blessed during the seasonal celebrations. God Bless all who participated in this great effort and those who kindly gave to help others in need.</p>
<div> </div>21072014-01-21T00:00:00-05:002021-10-02T18:00:35-04:00New St. Vincent and the Grenadine (SVG) Chapter FormedRohan RileySabbath January 18 witnessed the formation of a new SVG ASI chapter. The event came about as a result of talks between Pastor Leon Wellington Division ASI coordinator and Pastor Dermoth Baptist Pre...<p style="text-align: left;"><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/140235-photo_1_.jpg?thumbnail=small&1441088971" border="0" />Sabbath January 18 witnessed the formation of a new SVG ASI chapter. The event came about as a result of talks between Pastor Leon Wellington Division ASI coordinator and Pastor Dermoth Baptist President of the recently formed SVG Mission. The Caribbean Union ASI coordinator, Pastor Theodore Jaria was on hand to participate in the exercise which convened Friday 17 and Sabbath 18 2014. The event seemed to have been well promoted with business and professionals from every district descended on Kingston SDA church on Friday and The Methodist church Hall on Sabbath. There was an average of 150 persons at both venues.<br /> <br /><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/140230-photo.jpg?thumbnail=small&1441088971" border="0" />The officers are from left to right, Minerva Glasgow, VP, Ronnie Jack, President, Anthony Peterson, PRO, Westwick Williams, floor member, Roxanne John, Treasurer, Gary Matthews, VP, Dave Baptist VP (slightly obscured by Ps Wellington) and Igal Adams, Evangelism Coordinator.<br /> <br />We wish the new team much success as they make their presence felt in the new Mission.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;">Report Submitted By ; Pastor Theodore Jaria<br /> <br /><br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /><br /></p>20132013-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:59:16-04:00Division President Applauds Industry and Commerce.Rohan RileyElder Israel Leito, President Inter-America Division, applauded the delegates of the 13th Annual ASI Convention being held in San Jose, Costa Rica, for their industrial and commercial abilities. Co...<p><strong><em>Elder Israel Leito, President Inter-America Division, applauded the delegates of the 13<sup>th</sup> Annual ASI Convention being held in San Jose, Costa Rica, for their industrial and commercial abilities. Confessing that he more trust the businessmen of the church with commercial endeavors than other persons , he focused on Jesus' admonition to “occupy till I come”. The much repeated tale that the believers in 1844 sold everything and stopped working is really a myth, as the church kept on working even as they waited on the return of Jesus.</em></strong></p>
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<p><strong><em>Using the story of the talents, he asked us to consider what were the things that could lead us to suffer the fate of the man with one talent, who proved unfaithful. The first thing identified by our speaker was our belief that our success is due entirely to our ability and our skills without recognizing that it is God who gave the reward. This is what often leads the rich to experience so much difficulty in returning the tithe, as while a few pennies may be easy to part with when the income approaches or surpasses millions of dollars; most people are challenged to remain faithful. However we should always remember that the Lord admonishes us to “occupy till I come”, giving us the assurance that he is indeed coming back for his faithful people.</em></strong></p>
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<p><strong><em>Pastor Leito bemoaned what he saw as the second problem faced by those involved in industry and commerce, and that is being carried away or caught up in the practices of the business or industry. Sometimes the Christian businessman gets caught up in the environment that he operates in where everyone may be involved in some corrupt practice. However he must remember at all times that he is not like the others, but is a child of God “occupying till Jesus comes”.</em></strong></p>
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<p><strong><em>The Christian businessman must continue to love his brethren, to take care of his church and do all that he can to advance the cause of Christ. Business and Industry will be part of what is happening until Jesus comes; we should carry on with these activities, keep being productive and diligent, but at all times fully aware that at any moment Jesus will come. We can be successful in business and not lose our faith; the Christian businessman can continue advancing his business and keep his heart focused on his Lord, looking for His return.</em></strong></p>20122013-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:59:30-04:00Spirit-Filled Prayer Sessions at ASI ConventionRohan RileyOne of the special features of the 13th Annual ASI Convention being held in San Jose, Costa Rica, was the daily hosting of a testimony and prayer session. This was hosted by Pastor Telemaque, Dire...<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/131202-9524250547_b01e0a6e8e_oweb.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088956" border="0" style="border: 0; float: left; margin: 2px;" />One of the special features of the 13<sup>th</sup> Annual ASI Convention being held in San Jose, Costa Rica, was the daily hosting of a testimony and prayer session. This was hosted by Pastor Telemaque, Director of Adventist Mission and the Inter-America Division’s Sabbath School Director. He used each meeting to focus the delegates on building up their faith in God and to “give their business back to Him, so that He can direct them and bless them with success. Using 1 Samuel 1: 27 -28, and 1 Corinthian 1:29 he counseled the business people to give their businesses back to God, just as Samuel had been given back to Him. Whe need to relieve ourselves of the stress of trying to run our businesses all by ourselves, doing it our way, and trying our methods to gain success. When we give the business to God, He will show us what He wants us to do with it and what decisions He wants us to make. With God in controll and we following His lead, then success is guaranteed.</p>
<p>Each day many persons came forward to tell of how God had lead them through various challenges and brought them to a successful outcome. Sis Zoila Aquino from the Dominican Republic, testified of God’s goodness to her after the death of her husband. The Lord guided her through the trials of being a single mother and helped her to develop the medical center that her husband had left behind. Though times were tough and she suffered deprivation and want, she chose to remain faithful and the Lord has seen her through.</p>
<p>Another powerful testimony was that of Sister Claudette Paul-Pearsell who experienced many years of abuse, but made the decision not to retaliate, assuring herself that nothing could happen to her without God’s permission. Her abuse extended to the point of her even being denied the means of her daily sustenance. However she persevered and without having any capital she stepped forward in faith and started a small business. Now the Lord has blessed her effort and her faith and she has a successful business in the center of the city.</p>
<p>Brother Dave Williams, chapter president from Bahamas, spoke of how the Lord directed him and his wife to also start a restaurant business, even though they were looking in other directions. After much effort at securing a job for his wife, he was lead to opportunity of opening up the restaurant which has now grown to be very successful.</p>
<p>Each day delegates knelt before God and outpoured their heart to Him. Some were brought to tears, others were openly overcome by the Spirit of God and we prayed and sang to God’s honor and glory. While we gathered to learn skills and make plans, felt that they will remember this convention more so for these special moments when business and professional persons from all over the Inter-America Division took time out to meet with Jesus.</p>20112013-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:59:51-04:00President Dr. Marston Thomas Returns as New Board is Elected.Rohan RileyThe nominating committee of the 13th Annual ASI Convention elected it’s new Board of Directors to lead the organization for the next two years was returned as president to continue the programs and...<p><img style="border: 1px solid black; float: left; margin: 2px;" alt src="https://asi.interamerica.org//uploaded_assets/130996-DSC_0061.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088956" border="0" />The nominating committee of the 13<sup>th</sup> Annual ASI Convention elected it’s new Board of Directors to lead the organization for the next two years was returned as president to continue the programs and projects which were initiated during his first term. Pastor Leon Wellington was also returned as the Secretary and Sis. Ivelisse Herera as Treasurer. Four Vice-Presidents were elected from the various regions, namely Victor Johnson (English), Jonatan Camargo (Spanish), Rolando Garcia(Spanish-2), and Jean Holder(French).</p>
<p>Lyndon Antoine continues as the Projects and Evangelism co-ordinator, and Rohan Riley as the Public Relations Officer. The Board is completed with the ASI Union Chapter presidents and Union Secretary/Treasurers, along with two floor members, as listed below.</p>
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<li><strong>Caribbean Union:</strong> Gem Rholier</li>
<li><strong>Dominican Union:</strong> Miguel Angel de la Rosa</li>
<li><strong>Inter Oceanic Mex. Union:</strong> Francisco Penada</li>
<li><strong>Jamaica Union:</strong> Judy Morgan</li>
<li><strong>Venezuela:</strong> Manuel Mujica</li>
<li><strong>South. Central American Union:</strong></li>
<li><strong>Fr. Antilles Guyana Union:</strong></li>
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<li><strong>Atlantic Caribbean:</strong> Roderick Sands</li>
<li><strong>Caribbean Union:</strong> Theodore Jaria</li>
<li><strong>Dominican Union:</strong> Moises Javier</li>
<li><strong>Inter Oceanic Union:</strong> Abraham Sandoval</li>
<li><strong>Jamaica Union:</strong> Princess Lawes</li>
<li><strong>South. Central America U:</strong> Silas Martinez</li>
<li><strong>Venezuela Union:</strong> Fernando Toala</li>
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<h3>Floor Members/Vocales: </h3>
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<li>Jorge Irias</li>
<li>Margarita Aponte</li>
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<p> </p>20102013-08-16T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T18:00:07-04:00Impact 2000 Youth Group Electrifies ASI Convention Rohan RileyThe hall of the Barcelo Hotel came alive with the high energy that only a group of over 50 young people could bring. This was the group Impact 2000, that came to the 13th ASI Convention and thrille...<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/130970-DSC_0050-_2_.jpg?thumbnail=large&1441088956" border="0" style="border: 1px solid black; float: left; margin: 2px;" />The hall of the Barcelo Hotel came alive with the high energy that only a group of over 50 young people could bring. This was the group Impact 2000, that came to the 13<sup>th</sup> ASI Convention and thrilled and inspired us with singing and preaching and raising the roof with their high impact, impassioned praises to God.</p>
<p>The ASI chapter delegates could not contain themselves as the group belted out “John Saw Jerusalem, the City of God”. Shouts of joy, clapping, and shouting took over the convention program as everyone laid aside their inhibitions and joined the young people in their openly joyful praise. It was undoubtedly one of the high points of the evening.</p>
<p>Impact 2000, is a group of young people from various Caribbean countries who journey over the Division each year sharing the gospel message through the voices of youth and children. Numerous simultaneous campaigns are conducted, and the young people also engage in community outreach activities in the regions where they minister.</p>
<p>Sis Marvelee Franklin , the group leader was called to the stage by Pastor Telemaque and presented with an award in Inter-America Division for her work with these young missionaries, Vice-President, of the Division. This was handed over by Pastor Wellington. In an interesting twist, the son of Sis Franklin was also similarly awarded by the Inter-America Division. He was cited as being one of the most outstanding youth mission leaders in the division, and had the distinction of raising up the first Spanish speaking church in the Bahamas. It was therefore only fitting that Pastor Leonard Johnson President of Atlantic Caribbean Union Mission made the presentation.</p>
<p>The group continues its current mission in Limon, Costa Rica where preachers as young as 6 years old are sharing the word of God, and impacting the local community. There month long mission will conclude on August 26<sup>th</sup>, and they will return for the final convention day on Sabbath, August 17<sup>th</sup>.</p>
<p>In an interview following their performance, Sis Franklin revealed that she assisted in starting this program in response to seeing young people losing interest in the Church and leaving in great numbers. The Lord impressed her and the other initiators that a program of involvement and witnessing was the answer to this problem. This program thus started and through it her 4 children have also developed into outstanding missionaries and are active members of this team.</p>
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<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/130981-DSC_0033.jpg?thumbnail=original&1441088956" border="0" width="940" height="624" style="border: 1px solid black;" /></p>20052013-08-15T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:58:47-04:00Convention Speaker Focuses on LoveRohan RileyPastor Ramos De Jesus Canals , Vice-President , North Pacific Union, was the guest speaker for the opening ceremony of the 13th International ASI-IAD Convention held on Wednesday August 14, 2013 at...<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/130903-447A4626.jpg?thumbnail=large&1441088956" border="0" style="border: 1px solid black; float: left; margin: 2px;" />Pastor Ramos De Jesus Canals , Vice-President , North Pacific Union, was the guest speaker for the opening ceremony of the 13<sup>th</sup> International ASI-IAD Convention held on Wednesday August 14, 2013 at the Barcelo, San Jose Palacio Hotel, in San Jose Costa Rica. Pastor Canals is a passionate preacher who has brought hope and comfort to thousands through his ministry.</p>
<p>He related to the audience an occasion when he received a letter that had just one line which said, “ My life is not worth living, I want to die.”. There was no name attached , and no way for him to know who the person was. It broke his heart, but he did all that he could do, that is he prayed for this individual who had obviously lost hope.</p>
<p>Many persons are committing suicide more and more each day, bemoaned the compassioned preacher, as he revealed that over 30,000 persons kill themselves in the USA each year, while over 750,000 make an attempt to do so. He told the story of a businessman whom he knew, whose business was failing, and one Sabbath while his family was in church he took a gun and shot himself. Against this back-drop he encouraged us to have hope and trust in God.</p>
<p>With his heart overflowing with pain, he offered to share with us 13 verses which he thought could change our lives. Citing support from the writings of Ellen G. White, he quoted, “these words should be written in every heart”. Pastor Canals by now had fully opened himself to the control of the Holy Spirit, as he repeated with passion and conviction the verses of 1 Cor.vs 1-13. “The best way is love”, came his appeal, knowing the prophecies is important, doctrines are important, but best thing is love,; love for God and love for our neighbors is what will get us into Heaven.</p>
<p>By following the principles of this great chapter we will learn how to order our lives, how to order our relationships and how to live for God. We need to be careful that love is the motivation for all our actions. These words teach us how to persevere, how to have patience with our wives and our children and our associates.</p>
<p>Now abideth Faith, Hope and Love; these three, but the greatest of these is Love.</p>
<p> </p>20042013-08-15T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:59:02-04:00Impressive Ceremony to Launch Esperanza TV, Costa RicaGreg JamesEsperanza TV, the Spanish speaking version of the international Hope Channel, was launched in Costa Rica, during the opening ceremony of the 13th Annual ASI-IAD Convention. This was held on Wednesd...<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/130870-447A4620.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088956" border="0" style="border: 1px solid black; float: left; margin: 2px;" />Esperanza TV, the Spanish speaking version of the international Hope Channel, was launched in Costa Rica, during the opening ceremony of the 13th Annual ASI-IAD Convention. This was held on Wednesday August 14, 2013 at the Barcelo, San Jose Palacio Hotel, in San Jose Costa Rica. The Board of Directors and the executives took the stage to share their joy at having this dream realize.</p>
<p>Chairman, Pastor Ernal Scott emotionally spoke of how this marked an important milestone in the Seventh-day Adventist evangelistic efforts in the country. Eduardo Viales the coordinator of the program who is also the Treasurer and Communication Director of the Central/South Costa Rica Conference thanked all the persons who were involved in this project. He highlighted that of the twenty-two persons who are working on the project over ninety percent are volunteers. Even more astounding was the revelation that some of them were not even Seventh-day Adventist, but were no the less, passionate about the mission.</p>
<p>This television network, which will be broadcast on channel 38 in the cities and channel 47 in the rural areas, is estimated to have a potential listening audience of over two million persons. Live streaming will also be available as well as on Cable Company. Many persons have been calling in to seek additional information. He thanked 3ABN for its help during the initial stages and also Pastor Wellington, who was always interested in helping them to move forward. Abel Marquez, Associate Communication Director, Inter-American Division, spoke of how this dream started during a communication summit some years ago, and how the idea grew to its realization today.</p>
<p>Since its brief initial introduction, testimonies have already come in of how lives are being affected by the sharing of the Gospel. A video presentation was shown of a man who was about to take his life when he turned to channel 38 and heard the Word of God. He called the station and the lady who answered prayed with him, and encouraged him not to kill himself. He subsequently kept in touch with her and attended some meetings that she invited him to. He turned his life around through the grace of God and now even his health has improved and he has started to share with his associates how his life was changed.</p>
<p>Pastor Dennis Krause, Vice President of Hope Channel, who was a special guest at the Convention congratulated the team and welcomed them to the family of channels. He also presented the chairman with a beautiful plaque to commemorate the event.</p>20032013-08-14T00:00:00-04:002021-10-02T17:58:03-04:00ASI-IAD 13th Annual International Convention Opens in Costa RicaGreg JamesThe 13th Annual ASI-IAD Convention started on Wednesday August 14, 2013 with a lively and colorful opening ceremony in the hall of the Barcelo, La Palacio Hotel, in San Jose Costa Rica. Traditional...<p><img style="border: 1px solid black; float: left; margin-left: 2px; margin-right: 2px;" src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/130865-ASI-IAD-13th-Convention-Opens-in-Costa-Rica.jpg?thumbnail=large&1441088956" border="0" />The 13th Annual ASI-IAD Convention started on Wednesday August 14, 2013 with a lively and colorful opening ceremony in the hall of the Barcelo, La Palacio Hotel, in San Jose Costa Rica. Traditional dancers choreographed a delightful series of presentations in their cultural costumes, including men sporting straw hats and the ladies in long flowing gowns.</p>
<p>Special tokens were presented to all the chapter presidents by the Costa Rican delegation, and national memorabilia was handed out to the entire audience. The group then returned with costumes replicating beautiful birds. As the smiling young ladies floated across the stage with their long train swooshing through the air it closely resembled birds in flight. The intermittent shriek of the high soprano voice leant even more to the imagery.</p>
<p>Sister Princess Lawes, Director of ASI-IAD then introduced the various delegations as they paraded forward in their resplendent national costumes, and proudly displaying their national flags. Many groups brought national memorabilia which they distributed to the appreciative audience. Almost everyone tried to capture this vibrantly colorful spectacle on cameras, smart phones and other digital media.</p>
<p>The general welcome was given by Pastor Jose Vallejos, President of the Costa Rican Conference while greetings were brought by Pastor Wilfredo Ruiz, Union President, Dr. Xinia Lizano, ASI Chapter President and Dr. Marston Thomas, President ASI-IAD.</p>
<p><img style="border: 1px solid black; float: right; margin: 2px;" src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/131101-447A4557.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088956" alt="The Tucker Sisters" border="0" />A local singing group, the Tucker Sisters, then thrilled us with their angelic voices, as they sang of how Christ has shed his blood for us so that we don’t have to pay for our salvation. The audience sat mesmerized as they filled the hall with their conviction of how “Christ did it all”.</p>
<p>The program was hosted by Pastor Leon Wellington, Executive Secretary of ASI_IAD, who welcomed everyone and gave the outline of the week’s program. He also made a presentation on how to establish and maintain a vibrant ASI chapter.</p>
<p>A special feature of this Convention was the launch of Esperanza TV Costa Rica. This marks an important milestone in the Seventh-day Adventist evangelistic efforts in this country and the Board of Directors and Executive members conducted an impressive ceremony to mark the occasion.</p>
<p>It was then time for the guest speaker, and he was introduced by Dr. Marston Thomas, President, ASI-IAD. The special guest speaker was Dr. Ramon de Jesus Canals. He is the Vice-President of the North Pacific Union and conducts inspiring evangelistic campaigns each year.</p>
<p>Speaking mostly without notes and quoting a whole chapter of the scriptures from memory, Pastor Canals delivered an awe inspiring message on the centrality of love in leading us into the kingdom of God.</p>
<p>Everyone left the hall feeling satisfied that Convention 2013 was off to a good start.</p>
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<p><img src="https://asi.interamerica.org/uploaded_assets/131006-447A4477.jpg?thumbnail=medium&1441088956" border="0" /></p>17382012-09-11T00:00:00-04:002022-04-09T16:59:44-04:00Dr. Folkenberg Inspires Convention 2012Rohan RileyDr. Robert Folkenberg, former President of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventist was the special guest speaker at the 12th Annual ASi-IAD Convention held in Antigua, Guatemala, August 12t...<p>Dr. Robert Folkenberg, former President of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventist was the special guest speaker at the 12<sup>th</sup> Annual ASi-IAD Convention held in Antigua, Guatemala, August 12<sup>th</sup> -18<sup>th</sup>, 2012. He delivered the main address of the meeting on Sabbath Morning, August 18<sup>th</sup>, 2012, and provided a prelude to his address with a beautiful musical rendition. His melodious tenor voice rang out in the convention hall as the audience exclaimed its pleasant surprise and erupted in approval as he concluded a well delivered piece. Earlier, Pastor Leon Wellington, Executive Secretary of ASi-IAD and host of the program, indicated that Dr. Folkenberg had been a member of a quartet during his young days. He also revealed that Pastor Israel Leito, IAD President had reportedly also been a member of that group.</p>
<p>Dr. Folkenberg, subsequent to his demitting office, has developed the international evangelistic organization ‘Share Him’, which has taken over eleven thousand lay people on mission trips around the world. Leading off from this platform, he challenged the congregation to carefully consider the fact that the prescription that the Bible gives for our salvation included both believing on Jesus Christ and also confessing Him before men. (Romans 10 v 9). If we don’t embrace a life of confessing our faith and sharing what we believe to the world, then we will not be saved.</p>
<p>In a presentation with spell-binding depth and intrigue, Pastor Folkenberg, asked the question, “What do we confess to men?” Can we answer that most basic of religious question, How does one receive salvation? He then contrasted the concept of being saved only by Grace, with the many repeated scriptural admonition that those who are saved are the ones who are obedient to the word of God. Romans 3 v 20, 24, 28 states that we are justified by Grace, and not the deeds of the Law, while Mat 16 v 27 says that we will be rewarded according to our works. Jesus Himself clearly stated in Mathew 19 v 17 that” if thou will enter into life, keep the commandments.” (also James 2 v 24).</p>
<p>So if the Bible states that we need to be obedient to the commands of God and that we are saved by Grace through the shed blood of Jesus, and not by what we do, then is not this contradictory. As Seventh-day Adventist we admonish our friends and associates to accept Christ and obey His Law, while many other denominations counter that it is not a requirement for salvation that we obey, but just accept Jesus sacrifice by faith.</p>
<p>Pastor Folkenberg confessed that this issue bothered his mind for many years and he devoted time to pray and study this topic. It became clear that many persons in the audience shared a captivating interest in resolving this also. The speaker explained that after five years of studious contemplation he concluded that the purpose of our obedience is not to gain our salvation, nor even to demonstrate to the world that we are saved, but it is for us, ourselves to know. Quoting from the I John 2 verse 3, “Hereby we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments”.</p>
<p>Eve sinned not when she ate the fruit, but when she decided not to depend on God, but on her self, her own thoughts and her own idea in deciding what to do without taking into account what God wanted her to do. The sin was her rebellion. When she disobeyed and took the fruit, she then knew that she had sinned. God provides the commandments for us to know whether we know Him, whether we love Him, whether we have truly accepted His grace, whether we have salvation. It makes our rebellion visible, it provides the reality that sin would leave some mark. The prohibited conduct is not the sin; it is the evidence of our rebellion.</p>
<p>As the large audience left the convention hall, many clamored to greet the speaker and express their joy and appreciation for such an inspiring presentation</p>