What's happening in the Wisconsin Conference
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Being Kind
My mother had a total knee replacement four days ago and I’ve had the privilege of being with her during surgery and the week following. She is doing well, but it has...
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Juanita Edge
Communication Director
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Only Two Rules
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch writes; ”I tell my law clerks I have two rules - only two rules - if you follow them, you’re going to be just fine. Rule number one: Don’t make it up...
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Michael G. Edge
President
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Update on Our Schools
Along with the beautiful fall and harvest season our schools are fully in session as well. We have a total of 384 students enrolled in our K-12 schools this year
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F. Brian Stephan
Executive Secretary/Treasurer
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Camp Wakonda: Vehicles Needed
The book of James tells us that we do not have things because we do not ask, and if there is one thing I have learned, it is that the Bible is right. We serve a God who
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Eric Chavez
Youth Director
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On the Road Again
Pastor Bill will be on the road again, speaking in the following churches during October. If you would like to discuss creating or updating your Will, or anything related to financial planning...
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Bill Ochs
Planned Giving/
Trust Services Director
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Skip Johnson: New Durand Pastor and Chaplain
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Pastor Neal (Skip) Johnson is the new pastor for the Durand Seventh-day Adventist Church and Chaplain for the local Adventist hospital, AdventHealth Durand. Pastor Skip Johnson was born at St. Helena Sanitarium in Deer Park, California just up the hill from Elmshaven, Ellen White’s final home, on May 3, 1957. His home town is Centralia, Washington. He attended Auburn Adventist Academy where...
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Women's Retreat: Yes, You Can Still Attend!
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Even if you have not registered, you can still attend the annual Women's Retreat at Camp Wakonda! Click below for more details.
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Annual Northern District Meeting
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The annual Northern District Meeting took place September 28, 2019, at the gymnasium located on the Rice Lake church grounds. This yearly gathering brings together Adventists from the Rice Lake, Superior...
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Join the Volunteer List for Free Adventist Community Health Clinics in Wisconsin
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If you are interested in being notified when and where Free Adventist Community Health Clinics are being held in Wisconsin, please
register
here
and join our volunteer list. Holding a professional health care...
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5K Fun Run Raises Money for Kosrae
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Nearly 150 students, church members, and friends from the community participated in the Wisconsin Academy’s “Run for Kosrae” 5k Fun Run on Sunday, September 15, raising $4,890.00
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Green Bay Students: Blessing at Paul's Pantry
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One of the things that sets Adventist schools apart is being active in the community and following in Jesus’ footsteps by helping the less fortunate. It’s important to get our young people out in the community...
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Wisconsin Academy Students Attend SciFEST at Andrews University
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This weekend (September 20), five students are attending Andrews University’s annual SciFEST, a STEM weekend offering high school students a unique college experience on the university’s main campus in
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Petersen Elementary to Host Craft Fair/Festival
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oin Petersen Elementary for their 3rd annual Fall Craft Fair and Festival! Stop in and check out all the craft and vendor booths, grab a hot dog to roast on the fire, or join the group for a hayride. Shop for fall mums and...
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Seminario Adventista Laico (SAL) 2019-2020
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The Lay Adventist Seminary is still active at the Wisconsin Conference. This year Hispanic pastors have chosen the “Leadership and Church Administration” class. On Sunday, we will have the class with Pr. Roger...
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Cross-Connect Video: Third Conference Initiative
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The Mission of the Wisconsin Conference is to grow passionate disciples of Jesus prepared for Christ’s soon coming. This mission includes four Initiatives: Church Connect, Education Connect...
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Seven Benefits of Outdoor Education Program
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The Wisconsin Education Department held an Outdoor Education program September 3-5 for 53 fifth and sixth grade children at Camp Wakonda called Courage to Change. Wisconsin Conference Superintendent of...
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Testimony: Karina Martinez
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On the night of October 31, the United States celebrates a holiday in honor of the departed, mainly known as Halloween. During this feast, children visit houses shouting, “Trick or Treat” with the hope of receiving...
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Pathfinder and Children's Leadership Training: October 11-12 at Andrews University
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The annual Children’s Leadership Conference (October 12) and Pathfinder Leadership Training (October 11-12) sponsored by the Center for Youth Evangelism, Lake Union, and NAD Children’s...
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Tawny Sportsman will be speaking on the topic of the Sanctuary at the upcoming Women’s Retreat.
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On Tuesday, October 8, from 1:00pm – 6:00 pm, Wisconsin Academy will host its fall Red Cross blood drive.
Make an appointment online at
redcross.org/blood
or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Walk-ins are also welcome!
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You are invited to participate in a free dental and vision event coming to Marshfield, WI, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 from 9am – 5pm at the Marshfield High School Gym (1401 E. Becker Rd.). The event is being sponsored by the Wisconsin Seventh-day Adventist Churches.
The Lake Union is also coordinating a free Pathway to Heath event. For more information on how you can participate click the link below.
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The Volunteer Lay Pastor Training Program of the Wisconsin Conference is held three times per year to train and equip recommended persons to potentially serve as a volunteer pastor where and when needed in our Conference.
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To see the Wisconsin Conference calendar of upcoming events, click the link below.
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Did You Miss an Issue of the Lamp Letter?
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The Wisconsin Lamp Letter Archive is available on our website. If you've missed an issue or want to look up something from the past, check out our online archive.
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and we will publish them in the eNewsletter.
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