May - June 2000 The Sabbath Sentinel

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The Sabbath Mission of the Beulah Church of God, 7th Day
Bronx, New York

by Dr. Sidney Davis, Jr.

On December 18, 1999, I was privileged to represent the Bible Sabbath Association as a guest speaker at the Beulah Church of God, 7th Day; Reuben Johnson pastors this church, which is in the Bronx, New York. I presented the work, mission, aims and goals, as well as discussing the resources and current activities of BSA. The presentation resulted in a few individuals subscribing to The Sabbath Sentinel and becoming members of the BSA.

Dr. Davis and Mother Aldith Reid

It was also a special blessing to meet with Evangelist Aldith Reid-a Sabbatarian missionary to Haiti. The church here affectionately refers to her as "Mother Reid." She and Sister Hamilton have a work in Haiti which has resulted in 20 churches (along with their pastors) accepting the Sabbath truth, hundreds of baptisms, and an orphanage sponsored and supported by Beulah COG7D. "Mother Reid" is an extraordinary lady. I had the privilege of interviewing her-to ask how she was able to effect such a great work in an Island nation that is predominantly followers of Catholicism and Voodoo. The story she shared with me is an amazing example of providential coincidences and circumstances-which give a clear indication of the moving of the Holy Spirit.

I asked "Mother Reid" how she was inspired with the vision to start a work of proclaiming the Sabbath truth in Haiti. She told me a story that began with a simple act of charity to a wayward and lost brother. It was at the Port Authority in Scranton, Pennsylvania where some unattended luggage caught her eye; this luggage belonged to a Haitian gentleman-who was unfamiliar with the surroundings, and did not understand the risk of leaving his baggage unattended. This man was on his way back to Haiti. They spoke and exchanged addresses. He wrote her and she responded. On the back of her letter she put a "Sabbath stamp" which read, "THE SABBATH IS A CHAIN BETWEEN GOD AND MAN-DO NOT BREAK THE LINK." However, it was four years before she heard from him again.... After those four years of silence, the brother wrote back, "I won't break the link."

Ministers in Haiti who have accepted God's Sabbaths.

Mother Aldith Reid & Pastor Reuben Johnson

Sister Reid with Sister Hamilton soon traveled to Haiti. This trip resulted in the founding of the Children's Foundation of Haiti; and, a tremendous ministry began under the leadership of Pastor Reuben Johnson. I submit the testimony and the Report of Children's Foundation Haiti, which along with the photos of the Haitian work, speak eloquently of what true Sabbath keeping is all about. This report and testimony from Evangelist "Mother" Aldith Reid is about such TRUE SABBATH OBSERVANCE as is described in Isaiah 58.

First baptism performed by Pastor Reuben Johnson in Hinche.

Children's Foundation Of Haiti

The Children's Foundation of Haiti is a child support ministry that is sponsored by the brethren of the States through the Beulah Church of God 7th Day. During their first trip to Haiti, the benefactors (Mrs. Aldith Reid, Mrs. Carol Hammond, later Pastor Reuben Johnson, and Mrs. Diana Gibson) came to understand that when a natural disaster and political events strike, the children are usually the most pitiful casualties. Destroyed homes/rooms leave children homeless, and the death of parents produce orphans.

Regardless of how children become homeless, these benefactors thought that the orphaned children needed loving care. That is the reason why, years ago, in a perfect fellowship with Mr. Joseph Marcel, Beulah Church of God 7th Day accepted children strictly upon the basis of age and need, regardless of religion and social background. To start this work, Mr. Joseph Marcel was directed to a drastically poor area.

It became clear that malnutrition; poverty, illness and illiteracy severely hindered the growth of many. The Beulah Church of God 7th Day does what it can, day by day, to provide lodging, food three times a day, finances for schooling, as well as clothing and medical care. Today the need is still tremendous and immediate.

You have an opportunity to provide sustaining care for needy little ones, or to proclaim the Heavenly Father's love by sponsoring them. Without support the children cannot receive needed schooling, medical care, clothing and food. That is the reason why The Children's Foundation of Haiti solicits your investment in this ministry. Contributions in this commitment are needed and welcomed. The addresses for this group are as follows:

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May - June 2000 The Sabbath Sentinel