noticeboard 2008. She is survived by her sons Peter (Murwillumbah, NSW), Kevin (Kingscliff) and grandchildren. Maria loved her church and had a strong faith in Jesus and His second coming. Her lifelong desire was to go to the “new Jerusalem”. David Haupt, Gordon Gosset MALDON, Beverley (nee Hockey), born 26.9.1935 in Homebush, NSW; died 29.8.17 in Camperdown. In February 1966 she married Michael. She is survived by her husband; children James and Jennifer, Sarah and Petro, Matthew and Jan; and grandchildren. Beverley attended Ashfield church for many years. She loved her Saviour and was a great witness for her beliefs. David Cherry, Geoff Youlden MITCHELL, Maxwell Ernest, born 6.7.1932 in Tarnagulla, Vic; died 8.7.17 in Cooranbong, NSW. He is survived by his wife Jean Mack (Bonnells Bay); children Alan (Coolamon), Joanne (Thornleigh) and Susan and Allan Stimson (Coolamon); his brother Graham and wife Joy, and sister Ann and husband Howard Merritt. After two years at Avondale College training as an accountant, Max spent most of his career in church employment, working at the Sanitarium factory in Warburton (Vic), Sydney Adventist Hospital as well as overseeing the building of Auckland Adventist Hospital (NZ). His final employment before retirement was head of the Auditors’ Department of the South Pacific Division. He continued to use his accounting skills by volunteering at the Cooranbong Community Centre, Avondale Cemetery Trust and the North New South Wales Conference. He will be remembered for his strong belief in his Lord and Saviour as well as his sense of humour and his cheeky smile. Ray Eaton, Steve Magaitis, Nimrod Maua 29.9.1926 2229.9.19 ADVERTISING GIANT BOOKSALE. It’s here again. Opening special: all books $2 each. 2000 books (cash only). A must for lay preachers, SS teachers, librarians, all readers. Religion, commentaries, E G White, Bibles, Christian novels, cooking and more. Make a calendar note now. Tuesday, November 7, 11am-3pm, Nunawading church, Central Rd, Nunawading, (Vic). For the benefit of the church building fund. Dareton 80th Anniversary, November 18-19, 2017. All former members, families and friends invited. Lunch provided after Sabbath service. Sunday community event includes live music, afternoon tea and kids’ activities. For more info or to RSVP by November 8, contact Connie on or 0439 042 082. Any memorabilia including photos would be appreciated for displaying. ALLROUND TRAVEL CENTRE: We specialise in group and individual travel to all parts of the world. Fully escorted tours for 2018. Jan 2018: Israel and Jordan “In His Footsteps Worship Tour” with Colville and Lea-Anne Smith Faith Tours. May 2018: Mini Reformation/Europe with Pastor Peter Roennfeldt. June 2018: Best of Ireland and Britain with seven night Fiord cruise with Pastor Harold Harker. July 2018: Patmos, Greece and Italy with Pastor James Toogood. October 2018: Bible lands and Jordan and Israel “Following Jesus’ Steps” with Pastor Peter Roennfeldt. Contact our friendly team Anita or Peter. We welcome your enquiry: or phone 07 5530 3555. Absolute Care Funerals. The Adventist family owned and operated business, caring for you from Sydney to Newcastle to Wollongong. Contact Arne Neirinckx, who understands our Adventist philosophy, on 1300 982 803 or mobile 0408 458 452. Call us even if you have already prepaid your funeral: . Back to Geelong, celebrating 120 years: Sabbath, November 4, 2017 @ Geelong church, 6-10 Little Myers St, from 9:30am. Worship, reminisce, reconnect, lunch provided. RSVP Marion 0409 527 540 or via Facebook. PONSONBY CHURCH (NZ)130th ANNIVERSARY Ponsonby church, 66 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland, was the first Adventist church in the southern hemisphere. It will celebrate its 130th birthday on October 27-29, 2017. Friday, October 27 at 6:30pm: rededication of the renovated original building. 7:30pm vespers. Sabbath services: 9:30am Sabbath School, 11am worship, 12:30pm fellowship lunch and 3pm praise service. On Sunday there is a community brunch at 10am and a celebration dinner at 6pm (adults $20, children $10). If you are planning to attend please let us know via our Facebook page , email or call our church clerk Louise North +64 27 5345534. Projectors, screens, wireless microphones, amplifiers,speakers etc. Lower prices for Adventist churches etc. Australia only. Email or (02) 6361 3636. BACK TO DARWIN. Celebrating 50 years on Sabbath, July 21, 2018. All former ministers, past members, friends and family are welcome. Anyone with memorabilia and memories to share please contact Gordon Fietz on (08) 8927 3311, 0417 276 115 or email . High quality satellite kits for Adventist television and radio. Full instructions for easy DIY installation; technical support available. $275 plus freight. 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