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| VOL 1 16th May 2020
Mango Avenue CHURCH ADMINISTRATION TEAM
Senior Church Pastor
Pr. Gideon Aguzi 71442819
Church Pastor
Min. Rueben Sanai 73756939
Senior Elder
Eld. Ralph Wambu 70427748
Assistant Senior Elder
Eld. Begana Leonard 72119061
Clerk Nancy Iyape 71327314
Treasurer
Eld. Paul Simbawa 70734300
CHURCH NEWS TEAM Editor
McValen Kaminiel 72642347
Executive Producer
Iso Lakosa 73860900
Assistant Executive Producer
Josiah Sowut 73008745
Photos
Begana Leonard Joyleen Begana
Constantine Mujima Bonniepass Simbawa
A very big thank you to our publishers who printed this material.
Mango Avenue SDA Church
P.O. Box 5494 BOROKO
National Capital District
Find us also on Facebook under our church name.
Mango Avenue SDA Church members listening to instructions given by church pastor, Min. Reuben Sanai, before disbursing to various sections of the Boroko Suburb to do their part of the TMI mess-clean-athon. Picture courtesy of Constantine Mujima.
ADVENTIST COMMUNITY SERVICE February 16, 2020 was assigned by the Central Papua Conference as a day
every church member CPC wide will be involved to serve their
communities in a mess clean-athon. That was exactly what Mango Avenue
SDA Church did. Just as the sun was peeking over the horizon on Sunday
morning of February 16, the communities around the Boroko suburb of
Port Moresby city were treated to an early morning surprise when young
and old church folks donned in Adventist colors flooded their streets, not
to pile debris, but rather, to remove rubbish.
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EDITOR’S PEN LOCAL CHURCH NEWS
Amazing Revelation of Jesus Christ
In the book of Genesis Part 1 [a]
developed my life-time hobby of arts when I was 4. I was lucky though.
Both my parents were artists and that made it easy for me.
Being an art student, I learned that whatever you put on the canvass is
the visible product of your invisible factory, the mental faculty of creativity. Moreover,
the visible product on the canvass is a “reproduction” of the “original design.” The
latter is the original master plan, invisible, safely stored and growing inside our brain
cells or neurons.
Original design is where everything is conceived and put in its rightful place.
When I say everything, I mean every single thing that is either necessary nor
unnecessary that could contribute to the best comfort, pleasure, wellbeing and
contentment of the beholder, user and the benefactor.
When God created this world, He was simply creating the visible 3D
reproductions of what was already conceived in His original design.
I was astounded to realize that Genesis chapter 1 gives only the narrative
accounts of the reproductions. The original design is not mention. And that missing
account is the most thrilling mystery of all time. We just have to prayerfully look
deeper into His words. “Search the scriptures,” with a sincere spirit and we shall find
Jesus, the source of “eternal life” and He will guide us into all truth.
The story of creation is always told through the eyes of men. But if God’s
lens (original design) is employed for sinners to view the creation story, every human
sense will be thrilled, and we would fully appreciate God’s magnificent creation of
living arts.
I will discuss the original design and how God created this world as per the
biblical evidences on our next edition, the amazing revelation of Jesus Christ in the
book of Genesis.
McValen Kaminiel
Editor
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More than 150 rejuvenated members and friends, equipped with rakes, hand gloves
and bags, were divided into groups and assigned to various sections of the Boroko
suburb.
Starting at Tabari bus stop, the groups spread out and worked their way
toward Jack Pidik Park, Boroko Market, Coronation Primary School and the vicinity
areas leaving a gleaming trail of clean paths behind. Some members of the public
have shown their gratitude by donating money to the members for the purchase of
cold water.
This clean-athon was part of the Total Membership Involvement (TMI)
project organized by CPC and undertaken by churches under its Adventist
Community Service (ACS) Department to get every church member involved in the
mission to serve the communities.
Senior church pastor, Pr. Gideon Aguzi and his associate church pastor, Min.
Reuben Sanai along with their respective families and leaders of the church were
among the members that participated in this TMI activity. Also, on audiovisual
format.
COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
Welcome. This is volume 1 of Church News,
the first publication. There has been a
growing number of interests from
individuals who suggested that we should
publish stories of church activities in a form
of church newsletter or news bulletin. Let
me acknowledge here that your
suggestions are heard. We hereby present
to you the Church News.
In this first edition we have tried
to include stories of various church
activities and other information we believe
are worth sharing with the church
community.
The Communication team would
like to thank every single one of you for
your tremendous contribution in the
church that create the stories that are
featured here.
First of all, this newsletter is
supposed to be distributed on March 28.
However, due to lock-down caused by the
scare of coronavirus pandemic, we’ve
delayed distribution until today.
From the Communication desk
we would like to acknowledge the
following things.
We have noted that the current
visual system or video projector could not
deliver a very distinct or clear visual
presentations. This is because of the sun
light and the glossy surface of the white
board. Also, we understand that those
sitting further back and the ones sitting on
the left pew would experience difficulty
viewing the visual presentations. This is
due to four factors; light, distance, angle
and the tall people in front. We are
deliberating on lessening these issues as
we go forward.
The other shortcoming is the
handling of the sound system. There has
been a recurring of high pitch feedbacks
that causes annoyance among the
audience. We apologies for the
inconveniences caused and would try our
best to redress this issue.
Finally, we acknowledge that not
all church stories are included here. There
are countless stories of missionary work
untold. Nevertheless, your deeds will be
rewarded accordingly when Jesus returns
in the clouds of glory. Happy reading.
Mango Avenue SDA Church is located along Legi Crescent. This street connects Wards Road and Waigani
Drive. The street runs through Murray Barracks and Works Compound.
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LOCAL CHURCH NEWS
STEWARDSHIP DEPARTMENT
Mango Avenue Seventh-day Adventist Church held its first
Stewardship meeting of the year 2020 from February 9 – 15.
The theme of the one-week program was “Jesus is on our side”
with Senior church pastor, Pr. Gideon Aguzi, as the speaker.
The stewardship meeting was running concurrently with the
church leadership training.
Faithfull church members and church officers who
attended the meeting were given basic information on their
church roles and responsibilities at the beginning of every night
before ensuing on to the stewardship segment. Topics such as
“the body temple”, “talent”, “time”, “tithes and offerings”,
“sacrifice”, and “covenant” were presented with biblical
authorities to enlightened members and show them the right
way to be as faithful stewards for the Lord. The meeting was
concluded on Sabbath during the Divine Service.
Stewardship Director of the Central Papua Conference
(CPC) Pr. Wali Kapi was on hand to present the stewardship
certificates to the 124 faithful attendees during the Sabbath
closing in the afternoon. He encouraged the recipients and the
members to use the knowledge they attained from the
stewardship meeting for the Lord’s service.
A visiting retired pastor, Pr. Uau Gonugae was
delighted to be part of the certificate recipients and was thankful
for the opportunity.
Pr. Aguzi also conducted the same stewardship topics
at Hale Japu SDA Church, the branch church of Mango Avenue,
from 23 – 29 February 2020. Over 30 members attended the
meeting every night. Mango Avenue assistant senior elder, Eld.
Begana Leonard did the honors of presenting the stewardship
certificates to the faithful church members at the end of the
program on Sabbath. Also, on audiovisual format.
Church members posing for a group photo after receiving their stewardship certificates from the CPC Stewardship Director, Pr. Wali Kapi (standing center with orange shirt and grey tie) at Mango Avenue SDA Church on Sabbath afternoon, February 15. Picture courtesy of Begana Leonard.
STEWARDSHIP DEPARTMENT
The collection of offerings during Wednesday night, Friday
night, Sabbath School and closing Sabbath services will no
longer be practiced. Members and visitors will now only give
their tithes and offerings in a one-combine-offering collection
during the Divine Service on Sabbath. This was the awareness
message from Pr. Wali Kapi, the Stewardship Director of CPC.
He explained that members and visitors should put all
their tithes and offerings inside a new tithe and offering
envelope endorsed by the CPC, write the tithe and offering
break-ups on the column provided on the envelope and drop
them inside the offering bags.
The Stewardship Director further illustrated while
answering questions during his awareness at Mango Avenue
SDA Church that offerings such as birthday thanks and Sabbath
School expenses must all be collected in the one-combine-
offering collection.
Mango Avenue SDA Church conducted its first one-
combine-offering collection during the Divine Service on lesson
8 Sabbath, February 22, and will continue going forward.
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LOCAL CHURCH NEWS
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
ACS DEPARTMENT
Mango Avenue Seventh-day Adventist Church ACS
Department opens its church activities for the year 2020 on
February 29, 7 days after the AYM induction.
The theme of the opening ceremony was “Shine for
Jesus”. Guest Speaker representing the district to oversee the
program was Mrs. Joyleen Begana. The ceremony included
Women’s Ministries and the Good Samaritans.
Almost 30 men and women donned in ACS and
women’s ministries uniforms revamp the spirit of Adventist
that Sabbath day.
ACS DEPARTMENT
The ACS department of Mango Avenue SDA Church waste no
time to witness for Jesus as they took to the streets of Boroko
to distribute foods for the homeless on the night of March 14,
2020.
Supporting the ACS department were the youths
who help in food preparation and distribution. More the 100
lunch packs were given to the homeless along the 4
Mile/Boroko area. Many of the people administered to were
appreciative of what the members have done.
AYM
Mango Avenue Adventist Youth Ministries were privileged to
have a leadership training on the Sabbath afternoon of 7th
March 2020. Three representatives from the district were
present to share valuable lessons regarding AYM leadership
skills and operations in the church.
The subjects covered were Christ Method and Church
Approach, 4 Major Types of Leaders, Ambassador’s modules
and Youth’s Job Description. However, due to time factor,
many subjects were not covered.
More than 30 AYM members (Adventurers,
Ambassadors and Youths) and their respective leaders were
present during the training.
LORD’S SUPPER – 1st QUARTER
Due to the State of Emergency lockdown, 1st quarter Lord’s
Supper program could not eventuate as planned.
Nonetheless, 8 locations have carried out the Lord’s Supper on
lesson 4 and 5 Sabbaths of the 2nd quarter respectively. These
locations were Waigani Fire Station, Burns Peak, Tuna Bay,
Yellow Haus, Church Area, Kopiago, Garden Hill and Manu.
These seven were among others approved by the church as
places of fellowship during the lockdown.
Seen here taking part in the Lord’s Supper program at the
Yellow Haus is Bob Enoch and wife Dorris. Photo courtesy of
Bonniepass Simbawa.
NCDC & CHURCH
The National Capital District Commission have recognized
Mango Avenue SDA Church as one of the churches engaged
to distribute food to the people during the COVID-19 State of
Emergency lockdown.
The food allocated to the church comprised of 14
bale rice of 500g rice, 14 cartons of noodles, 8 cartons of snax
biscuits, 5 50kg bags of garden produce and others.
The food was then distributed to 14 communities
identified by the church. The communities then share their
portions with individual people within their area.
Community leaders are now responsible to file a
report accounting the food distribution back to NCDC so that
the next batch of food will be given.
QUOTE OF THE DAY
Chinese Proverb
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LOCAL CHURCH NEWS
ADVENTIST YOUTH MINISTRIES
“Make me a servant” was the theme of this year’s Adventist Youth
Ministry (AYM) induction ceremony at Mango Avenue SDA Church.
More than 50 adventurers, pathfinders, ambassadors and youths
were inducted on Sabbath, 22nd February, to open the church AYM
activities of the year 2020 as well as the hand over take-over of old
and new AYM leaders.
Guest speaker, Mrs. Jennie Rose Luke, the Moresby North
East AYM Advisor, challenged the young people to be faithful and
active in the church saying that the young people must accept any
church responsibilities given to them. She also advised the young
people to be servants for the Lord.
Church pastor, Min. Reuben Sanai emphasized the theme
by sharing the stories of the little maid and captain Naaman in the
bible and the inspirational story of little boy Frank who sang to revive his baby brother placed inside an incubator back to health. Everyone
must be God’s servant in wherever they are or whatever they do to bring one soul to Jesus.
The induction ceremony began in the morning with the adventurer club during Sabbath School and the pathfinders during the
Divine Service. The ambassadors and the youths concluded the day with their ceremony in the afternoon.
Registration of AYM members was conducted on Sunday morning, February 23, at the church ground. Also, on
audiovisual format.
Adventurer Leader Pathfinder Director Ambassador Leader Youth Leader
Brenda Mespok Eld. Richard Arko Eld. Nathan Peter Rose Hagayo
Assistant Leader Assistant Leader Assistant Leader Assistant Leader
Judy Ogla Michelle Pahun Stoney Roney Eld. Gegana Leonard
Secretary Secretary Secretary Secretary
Franko Bandi Raggie Hagayo Grace Petrus Faith Petru
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Mango Avenue SDA Church has now created a new department
in the church to cater for its growing number of students.
Education department is the new ministry in the church which
will help the students with their mental and spiritual
development in the church and the community.
Majority of the students attend primary education
while secondary students make up the second highest. Tertiary
students complete the top of the education pyramid with only a
few under graduate and post graduate students.
The new department will be headed by Mr. Vise Iyape
as its leader and Mobie Ken as the assistant leader. The secretary
is Susan Sauka.
COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
The Communication team has constructed the local church
website using the existing South Pacific Division (SPD) web
templates and domain called Adventist Place.
However, Adventist Place is in-active at the moment
thus delaying the team’s progress. The church will be made
aware once the site is fully active.
COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT
This first edition of Church News is a multimedia production.
This means you can view Church News in 3 media formats:
publication, audio and video. Visit the official Facebook page of
Mango Avenue SDA church for viewing.
The first ever meeting of the General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist
Church was held in May 21, 1863.
Ambassadors and youths getting ready to march in for their induction ceremony during the Sabbath afternoon of February 22. Picture courtesy of Begana and Joyleen Leonard.
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BOOK OF THE MONTH
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HEALTH NEWS EXTRAS
THE CHURCH BOARD
The Church Board of Mango Avenue SDA Church has informed the church members on Sabbath afternoon of March 21 to take serious
precautions toward the world pandemic coronavirus. Senior elder, Eld. Ralph Wambu addressed the congregation on circulars from
the Central Papua Conference (CPC) and the District headquarters advising the churches all over NCD to halt any church gatherings
from that date forward until further notice.
The Church Board have deliberated that since the church gatherings will be on halt it informed the members to meet at
the designated places close to their homes for Wednesday Night, Friday Night and Sabbath fellowships. The church elders will be
appointed to visit families and members at those places during these fellowship times. These designated places have been appointed
and approved by the Board as follows: Works Compound, Copiago, Garden Hills, Garden Hills Mountain, Daunwaiya, Yellow Haus,
Church Area, Works Headquarters, Works Apprentice, Murray Barracks, Mahuru, Manu, Waigani Fire Station, ATS, Tokorara, Burns
Peak, Morata One, 8 Mile, Dogura and Vadavada.
The Board also emphasizes on the importance of disseminating true information on the current situation. It appoints only
one source of communication of which the church will disseminate further information regarding the situation. This source is Eld.
Begana Leonard. He will be the only channel to pass information from CPC and district to the local church. Information from other
sources will not be entertained.
The Board have also appointed prayer times for members to pray for the current situation caused by the spread of
coronavirus. It asks its members to pray every 10 pm and 4 am. The prayer request are as follows: Baptism of the Holy Spirit, family
protection from coronavirus, spiritual growth for each family, major evangelism in May 16, forgiveness and pray for the designated
locations appointed by the Board. Individual prayer requests were also given such as from the church chorister leader Mrs. Matthew
and ACS leader Evelyn Yapu regarding their respective families.
PERSPECTIVE
Message: Read Matthew 4:5-7 and compare with Psalm chapter 91. How will we reconcile these
two bible passages?
Disclaimer:
Church News is the production of the Communication Department of the Mango Avenue Seventh-day Adventist Church. The above is not liable for any damages accrued from this material including
its audiovisual format. The contents presented are intended for informational purposes only. Audience’s discretion is advised.