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Eastern Regional Association
April 2025 Newsletter
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Installation Service for New Superintendent Rev. Tim Soucy
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On April 1 Rev. Tim Soucy began his ministry as the Superintendent of the Eastern Regional Association of Advent Christian Churches. In recognition of the fact, the ERA Board will be conducting a service of installation for Tim on Sunday, May 4 at 3 PM at the South Eliot Advent Christian Church. All of the members and friends of the ERA are invited to this service. South Eliot AC Church 256 Pleasant St. Eliot, ME
The service will also be live streamed on the South Eliot AC Church's Facebook page. Click the link below to be directed to their page.
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This spring, students and staff from the Berkshire Institute for Christian Studies returned from an unforgettable journey through Turkey and Greece as part of the annual Bible Lands Seminar. After months of classroom preparation, students walked the very roads of ancient Ephesus, ascended the acropolis of Pergamum, stood atop the bema in Corinth, and peered into the jail at Philippi. Although current events required a change from the usual Israel itinerary, this year’s trip proved to be rich with biblical insight and spiritual depth. Students gave presentations at key sites, connecting Scripture and archaeology while inviting us to consider the expansion of the gospel in the first century.
A highlight of the journey was the time spent with believers at St. Paul’s Union Church in Antalya, Turkey – an experience that reminded our group of God’s global work and the unity of the body of Christ across cultures.
| | With the semester winding down, the BICS Ministry Team will be traveling throughout New England, serving in several churches and ministering to the residents of Vernon Homes in Vermont. | |
Looking ahead, we are gearing up for our Annual BICS Open Golf Fundraiser on Saturday, May 10 at the beautiful Wyndhurst Club (formerly Cranwell) in Lenox. The proceeds support student scholarships throughout the year, and registration is now open at berkshireinstitute.org/golf.
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Finally, we’ll celebrate the Class of 2025 during Commencement on Saturday, May 17 at 10:00 AM. Join us in rejoicing over what God has done in and through this year’s class.
To learn more, visit berkshireinstitute.org or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/berkshireinstitute.
| | Maranatha Conference Ordains David Young | | |
On Saturday, March 29th, the Maranatha Advent Christian Conference held the ordination service for David Alan Young, Jr. David and his wife Anne, along with their sons Caleb and Colin, reside in North Springfield, VT, and attend Calvary Baptist Church of Springfield, VT, which hosted the service and the reception afterward. Many family and friends of the Youngs were able to attend. Rev. Malcolm Fowler, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, at the outset of the service, stressed that all were present to offer worship to the triune God as David was ordained into the ministry of the New Covenant and the gospel of Jesus Christ.
David was the pastor of the North Springfield Advent Christian Church and faithfully cared for the church body as they wrestled with the decision to close in late 2023. He has pastored two other Advent Christian churches. Presently, he is employed as the Emergency Management Coordinator for two hospitals affiliated with the Dartmouth Health Network. He is also soon to be the chaplain for the Catamount Composite Squadron of the Vermont Civil Air Patrol. David desires to resume pastoral ministry as the Lord opens those doors.
Participating in the service were Rev. Malcolm Fowler, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church; Rev. Frank Jewett, who offered the ordination prayer; and Rev. Clayton Blackstone, who gave the charge to the candidate. Also participating were Rev. Kent Davis, who presented the right hand of fellowship, and Rev. Lou Going, who delivered the ordination sermon.
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May 1 - One Voice Concert at Calvary Bible Church
May 4 - Installation Service of Rev. Tim Soucy
June 3-5 - ERA Leadership Conference
June 22-28 - Sports & Music Camp
October 24-25 - ERA Annual Convention
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As pastors and church leaders, we all need the opportunity to be renewed and encouraged in our hearts and minds so we might be strengthened to serve our local churches with greater joy and energy for the glory of God.
This conference is for pastors, elders, deacons and those who are co-laborers in the Gospel and the ministry of the word, such as small group leaders, those engaged in women’s ministries, those teaching Sunday School or leading discipleship ministries. We want this to be a helpful resource to the churches of the Eastern Region. We look forward to having you join us and would appreciate your prayers for our speakers and those engaged in putting this conference together.
The conference will be held June 3-5, 2025 at Alton Bay Christian Retreat Center in Alton Bay, New Hampshire. The cost for registration is $25. The cost for meals and lodging are covered by our conferences and region. A free will offering will be taken on Wednesday evening of the conference.
Deadline for Registrations is May 25th!
| | Upcoming Events in our Churches | |
Spring Rally - May 15-18
Speaker: Lou Going
Thursday Dinner 5pm-Sunday Lunch. Fellowship, teaching, and youth activities. No fees. No registration required unless staying overnight.
378 Mountain Rd, Dalton NH
harbingerbibleconference@gmail.com
(603) 809-1954
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The Attleboro Advent Christian Church invites you to join them on a three day, two night, chartered bus journey, to Lancaster, PA. Sight and Sound Theater August 13-15, 2025.
This years production is "Noah"
Cost is $425.00 per person which covers all expenses except lunches, snacks, and souvenir's
Contact Pastor Paul Carter at 508-222-8407 or PM them for more information and registration forms.
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Attleboro AC Church
4th Annual Craft Show
June 7, 2025 Time: 9 – 2
Location: Outside on the corner of Lindsey St. & Douglas Ave.
In Attleboro, MA. (Rain or Shine)
10” x 10” space at $35.00 per space
Crafts must be 60% + hand crafted
We are looking for one more food vendor as well as additional craft vendors and artisans in the following categories; Wood Crafts, Jewelry, Resin, Candles, Pottery, Soaps, Bakery, Farm products, art, etc…
For more information and registration form.
Message, email (carterscraftsme@yahoo.com) or call, Pastor Paul Carter (The only contact person) at 508-222-8407
| | | ACGC International Missions Update | |
Papa Sees Me
Kristi Libby
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Recently, we had the opportunity to travel to La Paz (“The Peace”) in Baja California South, Mexico. While we were there, we were able to visit both of our Mexico Conference churches in La Paz. It was such a great visit on many fronts! The churches are alive and well — small but mighty as they reach beyond themselves to serve others who need to know Jesus. (read more)
| | May is Prayer Emphasis Month | | |
This May, churches across our denomination are invited to participate in Prayer Emphasis, a four-week program designed to encourage and strengthen our churches through focused prayer.
ACGC is providing devotional material titled “A Prayer for the Church” and it explores Solomon’s prayer at the dedication of the Temple (1 Kings 8:54-61). Solomon’s prayer is a powerful model for us as we seek the Lord’s promises, presence, patience and purpose for our churches.
To learn more please go to the ACGC website linked here.
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What does it mean to be truly free? This summer, we’re diving into the powerful story of the Exodus and how it reveals the freedom that God offers. From the Israelites' journey to the ultimate freedom found in Jesus, we’ll discover what it truly means to be set free.
Join us at Sports and Music Camp 2025, June 22-28 in Alton Bay, NH, and experience the incredible story of how God sets His people free.
Registration is NOW LIVE! Spaces are limited, so sign up today to reserve your spot!
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The 73rd Eastern Regional Convention will be held on October 24-25 at Alton Bay Christian Retreat Center in Alton Bay, NH.
The following speakers have been confirmed for the convention: Adrian Dixon, ACGC Church Planting Coordinator, Tim Soucy, ERA Superintendent, Erik Reynolds, Pastor, Oak Hill Bible Church; Doug Foss, Pastor, Hope Church; Daniel Karl, Planter & Pastor, Redemption Community Church. The convention will be a time of challenge, inspiration and fellowship.
Accommodations will be available at the Retreat Center. These will include a limited number of individual rooms as well as spaces in which to room with others. More details concerning lodging will become available soon. The rate for Friday night guests will be $80 which includes 1 night lodging, Friday lunch, banquet, and Saturday breakfast. The rate for Thursday and Friday night guests will be $126 which includes 2 nights lodging, Friday breakfast, lunch, banquet, and Saturday breakfast. We will also have a block of hotel rooms available to reserve at a local hotel. More information and registration links will be sent out in the coming months. Please add the convention to your calendar. We look forward to seeing you all!
| | ANTIOCH BASED LEADERSHIP TRAINING FUNDS AVAILABLE | | The ERA has available funds to aid our churches in their Antioch Based Leadership Training. These funds are available for attending the BILD International in Ames, Iowa, purchase BILD curriculum, and First Principles. If these funds can be of help to your church please send a request for funds to the ERA Treasurer, John Jones. His email address is: pastorjoj@gmail.com. | | Scholarship Opportunities | | Previous copies of the monthly newsletter are on our website. | | Online Prayer Meeting Tuesdays from 9-10 AM | |
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ERA Board of Directors
Rev. George Karl, President - sumkarl@yahoo.com
Rev. Erik Reynolds, Vice President - ebreynolds87@gmail.com
Pastor Jonathan Price, Clerk - jonathan@faithchurchac.org
Rev. John Jones, Treasurer - pastorjoj@gmail.com
Rev. Bill Krulish, Heritage Conf. President - wakrulish@gmail.com
Rev. Darrell Young, Maine Conf. President - VYOUNG4212@roadrunner.com
Rev. Roger Brown, Maranatha Conf. Vice President - cbcbrown@myfairpoint.net
Rev. Derek Irvine, New Life Conf. President - drick1221@gmail.com
Mr. Adam Facteau, New York Conf. President - afacteau@twcny.rr.com
Rev. Ken Perkins, Nova Scotia Conf. President - Ken.perkins@EastLink.ca
Mrs. Deb Reed, ERA Representative to ACGC - deborahjoreed@yahoo.com
Rev. Justin Nash, ACGC Executive Director - jnash@acgc.us
The Eastern Regional Association Newsletter is published as a ministry of the Eastern Regional Association of the Advent Christian General Conference.
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Eastern Regional Association
P.O. Box 214 Winchester, NH 03470
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