The MonthlyNewsletter of theGrand ConcourseSeventh-dayAdventist Temple

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Contents:

A Letter fromPastor Haypage 1

Farewell to theCampbellspage 2

Calendar page 2

Children’sChristmas Programpage 3

FundraisingBanquetpage 3

Absent Saintspage 4

The Grand Concourse Pulse Newsletter Vol. 1 No. 3January 21, 2012

Pastor Hay and Sr. Hay at the December 18, 2012 Banquet

A New Year’s Letter tothe CongregationMy Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

It is with genuine gratitude andChristian delight that I greet you at the startof the New Year. Sister Hay and I continueto feel extremely honored and proud toshare your fellowship as your pastor andsiblings in Christ. As we look back on theyear just ended, we would like to thank youall for the outpouring of love, friendship,cooperation and support that you havegiven to us, thus making our tasks of lead-ership easier and more pleasant.

God was, as usual, exceptionally gen-erous to us as a church family last year andfor that we give Him all the glory and thepraise, and we look to the future more con-fident than ever that we can trust His lead-ership and benevolence as we face theyear ahead.

2012 promises to be a most exciting,even if challenging, year for our countryand our church. Within a few weeks, we willwelcome a replacement for PastorCampbell who, although we still miss, weare overjoyed to see succeeding in her ownpastorate. I am confident that whoever thatreplacement is, he or she will follow thenoble tradition of the fine contingent ofassociates with whom The Concourse hasbeen blessed over the years.

The year will proceed with the usualdepartmental programs and other activitiesthat keep God’s church going year afteryear. If we keep in mind that this is God’schurch, not ours, and use the talents andmeans with which He blesses us to reachout to His “other sheep” and bring Himglory, we can be assured of His presence

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Grand Concourse Seventh-dayAdventist Temple1275 Grand ConcourseBronx, New York 10458Phone: (718) 681-2232Fax: (718) 588-8832Website: www.grandconcourse.org

Senior Pastor - Allan W. HayAssociate Pastor - Bible Worker - Garfield ThomasFirst Elder - Patricia ThiessenChurch Clerk - Ruth SmithSecretary - Prudence Chase

Hours of Service:Saturday: the Sabbath Services9:15am – Sabbath School11:00am – Divine Worship1 hour before sunset – Adventist

Youth

Wednesday Service:12:00pm - Community Services Food

Pantry7:15pm – Prayer Meeting

Friday:9:30pm - 10:00pm - AS & Men’s

Ministries Prayerline

Pastor’s Office Hours:Tuesdays 1:00pm – 7:00pmWednesdays 1:00pm – 7:00pm

Links:

Sabbath School Lesson Onlinehttp://www.ssnet.org/qrtrly/eng.html

The Bible Onlinehttp://www.carm.org/bibleonline.htm

Adventist Reviewhttp://www.adventistreview.org/

General Conference of SDAhttp://www.adventist.org/

Greater New York Conferencehttp://www.gnyc.org/

North American Divisionhttp://northamerica.adventist.org/

Atlantic Union Conferencehttp://www.atlantic-union.org/

Northeastern Conferencehttp://www.northeastern.org/

Andrews Universityhttp://www.andrews.edu/

Oakwood Universityhttp://www.oakwood.edu/

Absent SaintsSis. Iris Anderson (718) 716-2016Sis. Jinette Bell (718) 775-8086Bro. George Bird (718) 681-2932Sis. Sybille Bridgeman Morning Side NursingSis. Kathleen Brown (718) 671-3749 - 3328 Edison Ave.Sis. Margaret N. Brown Bx. Pk. Nursing Home, 3845Bro. Norris Brown (718) 231-7442 – 3523 Willet Ave.Sis. Thelma Body (718) 681-0843Sis. Iris Daley Kings Harbor MulticareSis. Metella Dinnall 1104 Taylor AvenueSis. Verona Henry 280-300 E. 161st StreetSis. Sarah Hutchinson (718) 562-1198Sis. Ruby Mosley (917) 507-0955 Sis. Florence McClune Regeis Nursing HomeSis. Finderlyn McIntosh 16 Locust Ave., New RochelleSis. Leanna Miller At HomeSis. Josephine Mulcare (718) 933-5682Bro. Cecil Newyear Beth Abraham Nursing HomeSis. Ada Pickering Hebrew Home for the Aged,

RiverdaleSis. Delores Porter At HomeSis. Gloria Rawlins Green Pk, Rehab, Rm. 923 –

BrooklynBro. Sylvester Roberts (646) 938-2838Sis. Anita Samuel (718) 293-2018 – 900 Grand

ConcourseSis. Minnie Scott (718) 601-0851Sis. Winifred Smith Kings Harbor MulticareSis. Linda Vassell (718) 538-9562Elder Joyce Wilks (914) 664-2527

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"I Was Hungry and You Fed Me!”On behalf of The Pastor and the entire church family, we say thanks

to Sisters Bowles and Garrick and the entire Catering Team for theirtremendous commitment to serving the church last year. Many were therequests that came to you and you met each one with grace and dignity.We thank you for your sacrificial service, and be assured that heaven hasrecorded every effort and will bless you. Accept our sincerest Thank You.

Submitted by Eld. B. Mitchell

ClueLast week, the texts below the window on the bulletin cover were

changed, and you were asked to follow the scriptural clues and identifythe window pane. Each text is a clue, but all focus on only one pane. Theadditional clue is the heading above the Numbers text, “The PriestlyBlessing”, found in most Bibles.

R. Slaughter

In Addition...

The children of Grand Concourse pre-sented their annual Christmas program,entitled “Three Wise Men and a Baby,”Sabbath afternoon, December 17.Parents, grandparents, siblings and otherchurch family and visitors listened intently,some with cameras and camera phones inhand, delighted to watch their own takingpart in the time-honored biblical story of thewise men’s search for the Christ Child.

Four stars narrated the story of thewise men, with a sprinkling of humor. Thestar who had guided the wise men, appro-priately named Star, was played by MikaylaMalcolm. Sparklet, a young star with aFrench accent, was played by VenusHilton, Glow by Malachi Mitchell and Twinkby John Diaz. The three camel-riding wisemen, Jayden Malcolm, Garfield Porter andTravaughn Rumble, made it clear theywould not be obeying the dictates of KingHerod, played by Demetri Smith. All wereclearly well prepared and excited about theprogram, including the other children whotook the parts of townspeople and shep-herds.

Sis. Ella Harriott, and assistantsWendy Smith, Letia Burton, Katrina Garciaand Jason Gooden, started rehearsals withthe children at the end of September, andvolunteers pitched in from time to time,including Danielle and Prudence Chase,who helped with decorations.

Congratulations, leaders and children!Your Christmas program is quickly becom-ing a can’t-miss annual event.Submitted by Sis. A. Slaughter

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Children’s ChristmasProgram

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Grand ConcoursePulse CalendarBe sure to keep your Pulse Calendarhandy for future reference.

January 201220 “Revelation Today” (through Feb. 18,

Tues. Wed. and Fri. evenings at 7 pmEST - HOPE Channel), John Bradshaw, It is Written

25 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer27-February 5, 2012 NAD Health

Summit in Orlando, Florida.See the Bulletin Board or Pastor Hay for further information.

February 2012(See January for NAD Health Summit)1 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer4 Elder’s Meeting8 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer10-12 Marriage Retreat; GNY

Conference (see www.gnyc.org ; 516-627-9350)

11 Church Board Meeting15 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer22 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer29 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer

March 20123 Elder’s Meeting7 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer10 Church Board Meeting

Hat Show14 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer21 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer28 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer31 Pathfinder Bible Achievement Bowl,

Andrews University

April 20124 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer7 Elder’s Meeting11 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer14 Church Board Meeting18 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer25 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer

Annual Women’s Prayer RetreatWeekend Cruise

May 20122 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer9 Prayer Meeting; 40 Days of Prayer

Sabbath, January 7, marked the long-postponed official farewell to our belovedAssociate Pastor Julian-Jones Campbelland Pastor Patrick Campbell. It was worththe wait. The weather cooperated beauti-fully, and many members were able to stayfor the 5:00 p.m. ceremony.

Two special musical numbers punctu-ated the long list of departmental tributes:a mixed quartet (Bros. Lloyd Mitchell,Neville Campbell and Cordell Anthony, andSis. Barbara Mitchell), and a solo by Bro.Trevor Bonney. Other contributions includ-ed a charming “Farewell and Goodbye”song from a young Junior A.Y. representa-tive, heartfelt and humorous goodbye com-ments by Pastor Hay, and welcome com-ments as to Pastors Campbell’s receptionin their new district, by Elder Alonzo Smith,who was a surprise visitor, along with wifeDr. June Smith. Afterward, fellowship con-tinued in the fellowship hall, with food andpersonal tributes, Pastor Daughma,English Ministries Director, also joining thefestivities.

The Campbells both spoke with affec-tion of their time at Grand Concourse, andassured the congregation that it will alwayshave a special place in their hearts. “Wewant to say a big thank you to our GrandConcourse family for their kindness andgenerosity,” they said. It is fitting that,through our shared laughter and tears, wewere all finally able to say a more properfarewell. Submitted bySis. Ann Slaughter

Farewell to theCampbells

Letter continued. church levels, and, as usual on this level,God will be calling out to many of you touse the talents He has given you in contin-uing and even finishing His work. As iscommon each election cycle, some leaderswill be asked to continue serving while oth-ers, for varied reasons, will move on, and Iassure you that 2012 will be no different.One thing is sure, that regardless of wholeads here on earth, God will still be on thethrone of the universe. So, let’s go forwardin faith, anticipating many blessings in theyear ahead. As I implore you each week,enjoy them and please, pass them on.

A Very Happy and Prosperous NewYear to All!

Pastor Hay

Some of the many who attended the Fundraising Banquet in the beautifully decoratedFellowship Hall on December 18th.

Pastors Patrick and Julian Jones-Campbell will be missed by our congrega-tion.

Some of the Angels, Wise Men, and Shepherds at the Grand Concourse production of“Three Wise Men and a Baby”.

age from 5 to 50+, stepped in style as theyshowcased their outfits.

Delicious food was provided by TheDoor Restaurant and the Grand ConcourseCatering Committee, and the hosts andhostesses served everyone with grace.

Thanks to Sister Tingling and theCommittee for a job well done, remindingus once again that the best Christmas isalways Christmas at home, or “With aTouch of Home.”

among us and His blessings on our efforts.In that regard, as we do each year, we willhave what, with your cooperation and Hisblessings, I anticipate will be our most suc-cessful evangelistic series ever, in latesummer.

Before then, however, it is our hope tosee the restoration of our annex, the reno-vation and rededication of our sanctuaryand the celebration of our FortiethAnniversary, even as we join with theJamaican and Trinidadian Diasporas in cel-ebrating their nations’ Fiftieth Anniversaryof Independence.

Of course, we cannot forget that this isa year of elections on both the national and

On the afternoon of December 18,2011, the air was alive with fun and laugh-ter as holiday greetings were shared byattendees at the Christmas banquet spon-sored by the Fund Raising Department ofthe church. Over 200 persons arrived atthe highly decorated banquet hall to enjoythe program, “Christmas With a Touch ofHome.” The ladies, as well as the men,were all elegantly dressed, which wasbreathtakingly apparent when coats weresurrendered for coat check.

Master of Ceremonies, Bro. MaxMitchell, kept the program lively, flowing,and special with appropriate jokes and sto-ries. The entire occasion was interspersedwith good music, with Bro. Isaiah Welsh atthe sound system, and vocals by Bro.Brady and others. Culturally themed poetryand songs highlighted the event.

One of the banquet’s highlights was afashion show. The models, who ranged in

FundraisingBanquet

Financial ReportBudget for 2012 $253,800Church Finance Update from the Finance CommitteeThe budget was passed for the new year of 2012, in the church’s members meeting thispast Saturday evening after sundown. We will be able to support this new budget if we alldo our part. Remember that our Tithes (10%) are a matter of honesty and our Offerings area matter of gratitude or generosity. It was suggested that if we supported our church throughthe Combined Budget at the 5% level (see below), there would be no need for any fundrais-ing from church leadership. Put God first and trust him.Example:Income Tithe (10%) Combined Budget (5%)$1000 $100 $50$2000 $200 $100

This was last month’s pane. It is the Menorah/Candlestick that was in the earthlysanctuary. (Exodus 25:31...) Jesus declares Himself to be the Light of the world(John 8:12) and we are to be lights reflecting His light (Rev. 1:12...) In the heavenlySanctuary, the Son and the Father are the Light. (Rev. 22:22,23).

www.gnyc.org