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CALLED North American Division Ministerial Convention - June 28-July 1
 
The CALLED 2015 North American Division Ministerial Convention in Austin, Texas, begins on June 28 and continues through July 1. Please pray for these meetings and for those traveling to attend the convention. 
Atlantic Union Conference Delegates Prepare to Leave for Texas 
On July 2, the 60th Session of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will begin in San Antonio, Texas, and continue through July 11. Please continue to pray for the these meetings and those traveling to attend the session including the 21 delegates who will represent the Atlantic Union Conference:

Donald King, Atlantic Union
 Daniel L. Honoré, Northeastern
Carlyle Simmons, Atlantic Union Seanna-Kay Denham, Northeastern
Leon Thomassian, Atlantic Union Collete Dieujuste, Northeastern
 Kenneth Manders, Bermuda Carlos Moreta, Northeastern
 Sydney Gibbons, Bermuda Robert (Bob) Cundiff, Northern New England
 G. Earl Knight, Greater New York Ashley Tardiff, Northern New England
 Orley W. Anderson, Greater New York David Dennis, Southern New England
 Ephraim Pena, Greater New York Adilson DePina, Southern New England
Shirley-Ann Thomas-Laurencin, Greater New York
Sonia Valentin, Southern New England   
Elias Zabala, Sr., New York Dedrick Blue,  Delegate-at-large 
Will Comley, New York 
Stay Informed During the 2015 GC Session 
 
If you are unable to attend the 60th Session of the General Conference there are many ways you can still keep abreast of all the happenings in San Antonio.

GC Session programs will be broadcast on Hope Channel Church. You can also download the Hope Channel app for iOS or Android, or CLICK HERE to view Hope Channel Church online.  A daily audio podcast of session news is also available. The podcast will bring you the latest breaking news and behind-the-scenes stories from the AlamoDome. CLICK HERE for the link to the podcast or get it on iTunes.

You can check in throughout the day with the Adventist Review. Daily updates will be on the magazine's website and social media pages.

The GleanerFYI will also keep you informed via the electronic newsletter and also on the Atlantic Union Conference Facebook page.

CLICK HERE for a daily program schedule.
Seventh-day Adventist Representatives Appointed to NYC Clergy Advisory Council    
On June 7, New York City mayor, Bill de Blasio, announced the creation of the Mayor's Clergy Advisory Council. Comprised of local faith leaders from across the five boroughs to open a direct line of communication between religious leaders and City Hall, this initiative will formalize and expand City Hall's relationship with religious communities across the city.

Rohann Wellington, assistant to the president for strategic planning and communication director for the Greater New York Conference (GNYC), as well as James Richmond, GNYC community liaison, were appointed to the Council to represent the Seventh-day Adventist church.
  Rohann Wellington  
        James Richmond
As members of the Mayor's council, they will be able to bring the priorities and concerns of New York's congregants, including Greater New York Conference, to City Hall as well as share information on beneficial city programs and services within their communities.

 

Wellington and Richmond will be deputized to hold local meetings on matters pertaining to city public safety issues, housing, and education, and help identify and organize additional members of the clergy.

"We applaud Mayor Bill de Blasio for his bold initiative to engage spiritual leaders of the community in a collaborative effort to better the lives of every New Yorker and uplift our great city," said Wellington, "We look forward to a dynamic working relationship on this mayoral clergy roundtable."

CLICK HERE to read the complete announcement from Mayor de Blasio's office. 

Source: NYC Mayor's office and GNYC Communication Department   
 
Camp Ranger Position Available at Camp Winneakeag 
Camp Winnekeag, operated by the Southern New England Conference and located in Ashburnham, Massachusetts, has a full-time, year round Camp Ranger position open. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your résumé to Jose Alaron at jalarcon@sneconline.org.

CLICK HERE to see the complete job description.
True, Character-building Stories Wanted      
Guide magazine wants to reach readers ages 10-14 with your true, character-building story.

Guide publishes nonfiction stories that show children ages 10-14 how to walk with God now and forever. Each week the 32-page, full-color magazine features true stories that illustrate Bible principles and show how following Jesus makes a positive difference in kids' lives.

CLICK HERE for more information.


AUC Registration Begins August 10     
Starting the fall 2015 semester, Atlantic Union College will offer degree programs for a B.A in Theology/ Religion; and a B.S. in Health Sciences/Biology.

 

Classes begin on August 24, 2015. Registration will take place August 10-21, 2015.

   

For more information, contact the enrollment office at (978) 368-2251, e-mail: enroll@auc.edu, or visit the Web site at www.auc.edu.

Registration Open for NETS Evangelism Center Fall 2015 Semester   
Classes for the next four-month session begin on August 20. Applications are now being accepted for the fall semester. 
Upcoming Events

UNION SPRINGS ACADEMY 9th Annual Skills Week, July 19-26. A great opportunity for teens ages 12-17 to try out dorm life while engaging in hands-on STEM workshops, outdoor activities, and much more. Registration fee: $125. CLICK HERE for more information and registration.

CLIFF ISLAND SABBATH Saturday, July 25. 
Speaker: Bob Cundiff, Northern New England Conference president. Ferry leaves Casco Bay, Portland, Maine at 10:00 a.m. Lunch is eaten upon arrival to Cliff Island and services begin at 1:00 p.m.
CLICK HERE for information about the ferry.

ANNUAL WILLIAM MILLER DAY - July 25 at 1614 County Route 11, Whitehall, NY. Featured speaker: Barry Taylor, Montana Conference ministerial director/pastor. Call (518) 282-9617 or e-mail: williammillerfarm@gmail.com.

NORTHEASTERN CONFERENCE (NEC) 70TH ANNIVERSARY - August 1 at the Webster Bank Arena, Bridgeport, Conn.
Worship service guest speaker: Barry Black, United States Senate chaplain. This is a free ticketed event. Tickets can be obtained by contacting a local NEC church, pastor, or by contacting the conference office at (718) 291-8006.  

PINE TREE ACADEMY 2015  ALUMNI WEEKEND - September 18-20.
Call (207) 865-4747 or CLICK HERE for more information.

GREATER NEW YORK ACADEMY 95th Anniversary October 9-11.
Honor classes ending in 0 and 5. Send your name and contact information to alumni@gnyacademy.org, or friend them on Facebook at "Greater nya," or write to Greater New York Academy, 41-32 58th St., Woodside, NY 11377.

SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY ALUMNI WEEKEND - October 9-11. Honor classes ending in 0 or 5. Registration begins at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9. For more information or questions, contact the alumni office at contact-us@slaalumni.org. CLICK HERE for Sabbath meal reservations and tickets. 
Atlantic Union Conference Wednesday Morning Prayer 

Join the Atlantic Union Conference Prayer Ministries Department every Wednesday morning from 6:30-7:30 a.m. for early morning prayer. Call (712) 432-0232. Code: 310654#.     

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In This Issue
What's Ahead
 
2015
 Mar 25-Jul. 11 - 100 Days of Prayer 

June
19-27:  NYC CM*
25-27:  Bermuda CM*
28-Jul. 1 CALLED Ministerial Convention

July
2-11:    GC Session
14-19
GNYC Ghanaian CM*
18-25:  SNEC Hispanic CM*
19-26:  GNYC Haitian CM*
19-26:  USA Skills Week
25:       NYC Annual William Miller Day
31-Aug. 2: Riverview Memorial School
                   100th Anniversary 
  
August
1:         GNYC English CM*
1:         NEC 70th Anniversary
2-8:      GNYC Korean CM*
7-15:    NNEC English CM*
8-15:    NNEC Hispanic CM*
8:15:    NNEC Indonesian CM*
8-15:    GNYC Hispanic CM*
14-15:  NYC North Adirondack CM* 
29:       AUAM Offering Sabbath

*CM - Camp Meeting 



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