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Communication Advisory #461
January 25, 2020
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Special worldwide prayer for appeal for Wuhan, Hubei Province, and China

President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Ted N.C. Wilson appeals for prayer as coronavirus spreads worldwide.
I appeal to you to pray across this globe for the ongoing health challenge primarily in the large city of Wuhan in Hubei Province in China as every attempt is made to contain and eradicate the Coronavirus. Read More

A 'Wray' of Hope: Golden Spring District Builds Home for Fellow Brother

In the third quarter of 2019, we studied some profound lessons in the Sabbath School Quarterly, ‘The Least of These’. In the final lesson, it explored the topic of ‘Grace within the Church’, and a section read, “the values of justice, grace, and love- as demonstrated in God’s justice, grace and love-should govern all that happens within the church... Read More

A Legacy of Love

Some things stand the test of time; love is one such thing. Many persons live past the age of sixty, but far fewer can say they have spent over 233,725 days married to the same person. Such is the proud achievement of Kenneth and Doris Dixon who celebrated 65 years of marriage in December. The couple, who worships at the Everton Park SDA Church, declared that they are still very much in love with each other today. Read More

Church Leaders Transformed to Serve.... "They Will Go."
Members of the Community Services, Publishing and Spirit of Prophecy Department of the SDA church in East Jamaica Conference were affirmed and recognized at a special consecration service held at the Halfway Tree SDA Church on Sabbath, January 25, 2020 under the theme “Transformed to serve… I will go.” Read More

Funeral Announcement

 We regret to advise that  Elder Patrick Barrett  of the Kencot SDA Church , passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 leaving wife Christine, children Kyla-Gaye and Kemar along with siblings, numerous relatives and friends to mourne his loss. He was 62 years of age.

Reflections on his life will be held on

Sabbath, February 15, 2020 at 4.00 p.m. at the Kencot SDA Church. The viewing will be at 11:00 am and Service of Thanksgiving at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16 at the Kencot SDA Church, 10-12 Osbourne Road, Kingston 10

The  Administrators, directors, pastors  and staff of the East Jamaica Conference offer their prayers and deepest sympathies to the immediate relatives and members of the Kencot church family. We invite the  EJC church family to  lift up  the Barrett's family in prayer  during this period of loss. 
 

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Download Full Mission 2020 Letter from EJC President
Family Life, Women, & Children’s Ministries Department
In Gratitude: Hats off to all of your team members who were in attendance at our gathering last Sabbath. The energy and synergy your presence created has heightened the mission call...’I will go’.
 
1. Christian Home and Marriage Week February 8 - 15, 2020. Theme: “Reaching Families for Jesus, Making Disciples”.
b. On Sabbath, February 15, from 9:15 a.m. – 1p.m the family ministries department will host a symposium for all members of the family with special breakout sessions for singles, seniors, couples, divorcees, & teens. Venue Kencot SDA Church. See poster for additional information.
2. EJC Couple’s Ministries invites you to its inaugural couple’s Rap session. Theme “Real People, Real Issues, Real Solutions. Venue EJC Boardroom, 74 Constant Spring Road Kingston 10. Time 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Date February 16. Admission FREE

3. The EJC Music Department invites all Teens including GEMS & BEAMS and Young Adults ages 13 – 25 to be a part of “Melodia” the newest choir. Please see the poster for additional information.
 
Family, Women, Children & Adolescents 2020 Calendar Guide
Download 2020 SERMON: International Women’s Day of Prayer
Read More Family Ministries Announcements
Health & Stewardship Ministries
1. The H.E.A.R.T/N.T.A. Entrepreneurship Training is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at the V. H. Percy Centre, 10 - 12 Osbourne Road, Kingston 10 (on the grounds of the Kencot Seventh-day Adventist Church/Kingsway High and Preparatory Schools). Classes will be conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  Join the trainers for a roll-out of the programme on Sunday, February 2, 2020, at 1:00 pm at Kencot.
2. February 1 – 29, 2020 - CELEBRATIONS – Emphasis: Exercise & Courtesy
 
3. February 1 - 29, 2020 - Cancer Prevention and Reversal Month
 
4. February 1 - 29, 2020 - Stewardship Monthly Sermon Topic: “The generosity of a converted heart.” Readings are available on our website.
 
5. February 4, 2020 -World Cancer Day

All persons who have received training from the E.J.C Health Ministries and have not collected your certificates (including First Aid/CPR packages) are encouraged to do so before February 14, 2020. Please call us at (876) 619-2855; ext. 269/252)
Read Stewardship Monthly Sermon Topics
Youth Ministries Department
1. Get ready! It's almost time for our annual Global Youth Day!. The East Jamaica Conference will be celebrating Global Youth Day on Sabbath March 14, 2020. This year's focus is "I Care" which encourages us to care especially for strangers, the homeless and refugees. Stay Tuned for more details. 
2. Please note that the 2020 Youth Morning Watch Calendars are now available at the Resource Centre for $350.00. Get yours today!

3. It's that time again, Our 2020 Hike to Holywell will be on February 25-26, 2020 (Ash Wednesday). Cost: $1500, Meeting Place: Gordon Town square at 7 p.m. Save the Date!
 
Music Ministries Department
 
The Music Department of the East Jamaica Conference (EJC) has a passion for seeing lives transformed for Christ; hence, we invite you to partner with us by donating one or more musical instrument(s) of your choice toward the Instruments 4 Change Donation Drive. Learn More
Download Letter: Instruments 4 Change Donation Drive
2020 Choir Season Begins: Inviting All New & Returning Members
Rehearsals for the EJC Mass Choir, Children's Mass Choir, and Melodia, the newest choir on the block begins in February as part of Operation 2020 "Reclaim". All teens including GEMS & BEAMS and Young Adults ages 13 - 25 are invited to be a part of Melodia. See flyers below for rehearsal dates for each choir. 
Venue for All Choirs: East Jamaica Conference Office 
Ministerial Department

All Deacons and Deaconesses are invited to a Summit on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at the EJC Boardroom. Theme: "Mission 2020, I Will Go!" Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Education Department
  1. February 11 – 15, 2020 - Friendship Week in Schools
  2. February 17, 2020 - Education Sponsors’ Consultation Meeting (Zone 4) (venue to be announced)
  3. February 23, 2020 - Education Sponsors’ Consultation Meeting (Zones 1, 2 & 3 EJC Boardroom)
Thoughts: “The talents that Christ entrusts to His church represent especially the gifts and blessings imparted by the Holy Spirit.”  - Ellen G. White, Christ's Object Lesson, p. 327
Communication Department
We look forward to hearing from you. Send us your stories, photos, and videos of activities happening in your local church and ministries. Email us at ejccommunications@gmail.com.
Download Letter: Music & Communication Training 2020 Workshops
Download 2020 Calendar of Events
Watch this week's Adventist News Recap - January 31, 2020
IADPA Bookstore
The IADPA Bookstore and Deli located at 74 Constant Spring Road, is now offering healthy scrumptious vegetarian food including patties, sandwiches, pizza, and wraps as well as smoothies and shakes.  
Also, 2020 Devotionals are now available for the family, women, youth, and children. Don't miss out! Get your devotional today!
Treasury Department
You can now download Forms for the CUNA/(Family Indemnity Plan) online. The link below will take you to the Treasury Department on our website, go to the documents section to see the files. 
CUNA Insurance Documents
Feb 1 ASI East Chapter Members Meeting Police Officers Club
Feb 4 Zone 1 Community Expo & Health & Wellness Fair Playfield @ Deanery Road
Feb 8-15 Christian Home and Marriage Week All Churches
Feb 9 Deacons & Deaconesses Summit EJC Boardroom
Feb 11-15 Friendship Week in Schools  
Feb 15 Family Ministries Symposium Kencot SDA Church
Feb 16 EJC Couple’s Rap Session EJC Boardroom
3-5 p.m.
Feb 17 Zone 4 Education Sponsors’ Consultation Meeting  
Feb 23 Music & Communication Training Workshop V.H. Percy Centre
Feb 23 Zones 1-3 Education Sponsors’ Consultation Meeting EJC Boardroom
Feb 25 – 26
(Ash Wednesday)
Annual Youth Hike Holywell
Mar 7 International Women’s Day of Prayer New Haven SDA Church
EJC Celebration: Mar 14 Global Youth Day  
Mar 14-21 Youth Week of Prayer All Churches
Mar 21 – Apr 4 EJC Mission 2020 MEGA Evangelistic Series  
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