La Sierra University biology department endorses the theory of evolution and gives it preferential treatment over the Seventh-day Adventist Church's position on a recent, six-day creation.
We urge the LSU Board of Trustees to stay committed to evaluating and assessing the LSU biology department, and to assure the teaching of evolution takes place within the context of Adventist beliefs regarding creation.
We appeal to our Pacific Union Conference and General Conference leadership to do everything possible to ensure core church beliefs will be upheld and taught favorably in classrooms.
The viability of the Seventh-day Adventist Church depends greatly on the manner in which professors teach our beliefs in the classroom. The church did not create educational institutions to promote beliefs contradicting fundamental church doctrine.
God has appointed you to be watchmen, and who knows but that you have come to your leadership position for such a time as this.
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Shane Hilde, Southeastern California Conference, Pacific Union Conference, North American
Pauline Thompson-Weaver, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
I totally support the need for our General Conference to take action against those in our schools who are teaching evolution as fact. This is completely contrary to Scripture and Mrs. White's teachings.
Christiane Marshall, Ohio, Columbia Union, Inter-American
Our schools are a crucial aspect of our church's ministry. Controversy such as this hurts our students and creates a need for students to take sides. The longer this takes to be resolved, the more long-term damage will be done. My prayer is that this will be resolved very very soon.
Matthew Leffler, Illinois, Lake Union, North American
Inge Anderson, British Columbia, Canadian Union, North American
It does no good to require a single course that purports to teach the evolution/creation conflict. What is necessary is to hire teachers who actually understand that the evidence can be interpreted within the framework of evolutionism or creationism -- depending on our world view. And it is necessary to hire teachers with a biblical world view so that they can explainn how the evidence fits within the biblical framework.
Leon Wellington, Florida, Southern Union, North American
I unreservedly support this resolution. When we can no longer support the position of the Church, then we are honor bound to find another job. If such workers do not leave voluntarily, the organization should release them with cause. The Church is bigger than all of us, and we must all be true to ourselves and to God.
Ron Stone M.D., Northern California, Pacific, North American
lesley johnson, South England Conf, british, Trans-European
Robert Montague, Georgia-Cumberland, Southern, North American
I'm not looking to humiliate La Sierra, the Conference, Union, or the General Conference. I'm also not looking to humiliate the professors, who may in fact be nice individuals. I am simply appealing to the church leadership to clearly, fairly, and comprehensively investigate whether naturalistic macro-evolution is supported in the classroom, and then if so, identify that La Sierra and its administration, and whomever else has known about this for years, has sinned. Then, of course, cut out the cancer and move ahead. If such an investigation finds that naturalistic macro-evolution is not supported in the classroom, then explain how the syllabi, published works, and professorial comments all appear to unambiguously support error.
Sean Pitman, M.D., Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
Joe Cooper, Georgia Cumberland, Southern, North American
Robert Strom, Georgia Cumberland, Southern, North American
The words found in 3SG 90-91 appear to apply directly to the situation at LSU.
Evolution provides the most direct assault on the foundation of our Adventist statement of beliefs that can be imagined. If we do not have the leadership to confront this extreme level of error that is so opposed to our mission as a denomination - where WILL we be able to take a stand?
Jason Miller, Michigan, Lake, North American
As a student in one of our universities, I urge our leadership to ensure that all teachers are uplifting the beliefs of God's worldwide church.
William J. Key, Southeastern California Conference, Pacific Union Conference, North American
As SDA parents and grandparents, neglecting this problem is not a sensible option. Professors who do not support our SDA beliefs have no business accepting a paycheck for teaching our children.
Gloria Van Dolson, Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
Stanley W Pugh O.D., Washington, North Pacific, North American
Birger Draget, Kansas-Nebraska, Mid-America, North American
I trust that our leaders will not sacrifice SDA college students on the altar of endless patience with professors who don't appear to have the integrity needed to resign rather than to be promoting beliefs contradicting fundamental church doctrine.
Paul Williams, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, North American
God is not mocked. We must keep with the truth of God's word and His counsels to our church. No compromise of beliefs is acceptable. Only fools venture upon Satan's ground.
Daniel Urrutia, M.D., Central California, Pacific, North American
I, my sons and many relatives and friends are alumni of LSU and want to assure you that what Educate Truth is bringing into the open is fact. We pray that the appropriate action will be taken by the church leadership. Have the watchmen waited until the enemy is in the midst before they sound the trumpet? Let's not wait any longer. The casualties are many! May the Lord give you the courage and wisdom to meet this problem head-on.
xxxxxxxx, Hong Kong-Macao Conference, Chinese Union Mission, Northern Asia-Pacific
Cheng Vang, Northern California Conference, Pacific Union Conference, North American
In all Seventh-day Adventist institutions, every teacher, doctor, scholar, pastor, elder, professor, and member is bound by the creed of Sola Scriptura and the Spirit of Prophecy. To profess Adventism and refuse to stand by its core principles to the effect of using Adventist resources in order to destroy the very foundation upon which the organization was built, shall not be tolerated. May God's will be done!
Carolyn Millard, Montana, North Pacific, North American
Brian Wilson, Washington, North-Pacific Union, North American
As an individual and as a missionary on the General Conference payroll, I fully support the effort to ensure that nothing is taught as truth in our classrooms that is not in harmony with our fundamental beliefs.
Earl Thorp D.M.D., Northern Calif., Pacific, North American
It was God's will from the Schools of the Prophets To LSU that our children should be taught His truth rather than the false doctrines of men. We must deal with this error.
Dr. Stan Hudson, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, North American
La Sierra grad 1976--please improve the quality of our science...AND theology departments there!
Ron Schafer, Alberta, Canada, North American
John Shin, Hawaii, Pacific, North American
xxxxxxxx, No. Calif. Conf., Pacific Union, North American
This issue caused my son to doubt the church and
then leave it behind. How sad. We need to take a stand and remove those faculty who insist upon teaching error rather than truth. The delay in action only causes more students to doubt.
Eric Livingston, NNSW, Australian, South Pacific
This anomalous situation is now open. It would seem that we need action of some kind to ensure that students and parents have legitimate expectations honoured--that an SDA education will be given in an SDA educational institution. Not to act would be perceived as uninterested in truth and justice (paying more for receiving worse than less), lacking will and courage, and/or political compromise. Not an enviable situation for administrators, but we all have to take a stand at some time.
Robert Bamford, SECC, Pacific, North American
Uphold Biblical Creationism at LSU and elsewhere now! God will hold you accountable.
Clayton Lorenz, Alberta, Canada, North American
Ioana Lorenz, South Transilvania, Romana, Euro-Africa
Shane Herbert, South New Zealand, South Pacific Union Conference, South Pacific
Warren E. Downs, Alaska Conference, North Pacific Union Conference, North American
This issue is of the utmost importance. It is foundational not only to our church but more importantly to a clear understanding of the character of God. We must not compromise on this issue.
Ann A. Gimbel, Washington (state), North Pacific Union, North American
The Word of God does not purport to be a scientific text. But the God who created the plan of salvation also inspired the writing of the old and new testaments. My life is staked on Christ's death and resurrection. My belief in the rest of the Bible is life changing. I cannot find salvation in science text books. I can only trust science when it is upheld by the Word of God. The Word gives me great peace. Science, when it corroborates the Word is awe inspiring. As a young woman in public high school I was tested on the "facts" of evolution. I answered, according to the text but wrote in my real answer according to the Word of God. I was reared in a home where the Bible and Bible study were revered. Public school and evolutionary beliefs did not challenge my faith. I knew in whom I believed. However, when students are in an Adventist environment, in an Adventist institution and a professor teaches his students to question the Word, he is taking advantage of the trust parents have in the institutions of the church. He is using his/her profession in an unethical manner. Where is the pleasure and the honor of being a professional when one is no longer following one's own code of honor. I feel sorry for one who has made a decision to degrade the Word of God before a classroom of young people. The thrill of refuting God's Word cannot match the thrill of upholding it. May God protect our students and give wisdom to our leaders. Ann A. Gimbel MPH
Leopold Hamulczyk, Victorian Conference, Australian, South Pacific
Jonathan Wood, Upper Columbia Conference, North Pacific Union, North American
this is very important.
Colin Maunder, North New Zealand, Australasian, South Pacific
We must not promote anything contrary to the Word
Colin Mitchell, South England, British, Trans-European
It is a vital part of the message of the church and of Christian witness to emphasize the historicity of the scriptural account of origins
Robert Granger, Tasmania, Australian Union Conference, South Pacific
Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone! Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known.
xxxxxxxx, Ontario, Canada, North American
Paula Wolfe, Pennsylvania, Columbia, North American
Pr. Jonathan Martin, Maritime, Canadian, North American
This has gone on long enough. While we're at it, let's get back to following all the light we've been given on education.
Homer Barrett, North Honduras Atlantida, Honduras Salvador, Inter-American
This is Cancer Excise it!
xxxxxxxx, Ohio, Columbia, North American
ANTONIO LUIS CASTELO, PORTO, PORTUGUESE UNION CONFERENCE, Euro-Africa
STOP HIRING EVOLUCIONISTS. GOD IS WATCHING US.
Shannon Lee, Ohio, Columbia Union, North American
Dave Seibert, Nevada/Utah, Pacific, North American
God bless, brothers and sisters, as you stand for the basic, underlying foundation of Scripture!
I firmly believe were Christ personally sitting at your tables of deliberation, that He would say in no uncertain terms:
"Take these things hence."
Samuel Ribeiro, , Portuguese, Euro-Africa
Teresa Hargreaves, Gulf States Conference, Southern Union, North American
Kevin D. Paulson, Greater New York Conference, Atlantic Union Conference, North American
As a pastor and lifelong student of issues in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, it is my prayer that denominational leaders will step forward and make the hard, perhaps painful choices that courage will require in the present situation.
Vyn Gordon, Georgia Cumberland Conference, Southeastern Union, North American
This must be stopped for it is the very tool that is being used to undermine our beliefs in the Biblical doctrines as Seventh-day Adventist!
Michael Jon Cookenmaster, Rocky Mountain Conference, Mid-America Union, North American
Both my wife and I are alumni of La Sierra and are greatly distrubed by the lack of adhearance to Biblical teaching and the guidance of the Spirit of Prophecy, especially when Sister White has been so clear in the Books Education, and Testitonies to the church on the mater of evolution.
Randall Steffens, KY/TN, Southern, North American
Gerry C. Wagoner, Ohio, Columbia Union, North American
If you say what does it take to be a Christian I would say “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, that God has raised Him from the dead, and repent – if you with your heart and mind, trust Jesus, I would say “You are a believer.”
Then you come to me and you say what does it take to belong to your church? I say, “If you join this particular church where I am a member, there are certain doctrinal beliefs that you have to believe. For instance, you can’t believe that the Bible is 90% garbage and 10% nice and still be a member of that body. You can’t do that. There are certain doctrines to which you are committed. There is also a certain code of Biblical conduct to which you are committed. So if you belong to a community of believers, it is not just a belief in Christ but a certain harmonic expression of that belief that you are committed to.”
Now, you say what does it take to teach at an Adventist school or our Universities? I say “Now you have to add even more. So with each line of affiliation you put the plus, plus, plus. Not because the second and the third make you a Christian but it places upon you a greater accountability and responsibility as a dispenser of truth to which you are held accountable by a community of believers.”
It is both unethical and dishonest to receive payment from Adventists while weakening the Biblical faith of its members.
Cheryl Howell, Kentucky-Tennessee, Southern, Inter-American
Maxine Marr, Potomac, Columbia, Inter-American
Linda F. Taylor, Florida, Southern, North American
Robert Marsh, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
This appears most absurd that our SDA organization continues to tolerate a direct assault against the most foundational beliefs we share. We are in "want of men, men who will stand ...". Why is it tolerated?...we know.
wayne loxdale, Maritime, canadian, North American
If the position of LSU is acceptable not only will students be impacted but so will the pulpits and general membership resulting in a shaking beyond comprehension.
Immian Wolfe, British Columbia, Canada, North American
Satan enters us through the mind, and is only pushed out by truth.
Carmen D. Downey, New Jersey, Columbia, North American
Connie Halvorsen, Michigan, Lake Union, Inter-American
John Perrotto, Pennsylvania, Atlantic, North American
I have experienced enough in my lifetime to know beyond a shadow of a doubt, that God’s word is trustworthy, man’s is not. To try to reconcile man’s theory with God’s word is an exercise in futility resulting in the destruction of souls.
Debbie, Ky/Tn, Southern, North American
Hans Zwick, Northern Calif., Pacific U., North American
We cannot compromise on Genesis chapter one.
Merlene Pitt, Gulf States, Southern, North American
We need to stand by the Bible even if it is the unpopular thing to do.
Julie Walker, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, Inter-American
I am very concerned about the number of SDA young people who are leaving and have left the church. Christian education is a vital connecting link, but when you are taught to disregard what the Bible teaches in "Christian" schools, we can not expect them to stay!I pray that the GC as well as the Southern California conference will stand for our core beliefs.
Sherri Rouse, Northern New England, Atlantic, North American
xxxxxxxx, PUC, southeastern californian union, North American
Mr and Mrs Francis E Havener, Northern New England, Atlantic, North American
We enjoyed, immensley, the GYC. We are in our 60's but we feel like youth! Especially when we hear those speakers at GYC!
Jeannie Windels, Alberta, Canadian, North American
Once again I see the necessity of hiring teachers in our schools based on their commitment to Biblical education not just their achievements in the education of the world.
Dick Bullock, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Please be faithful to the trust God has given you as leaders in our church. Fulfill the greatest want of the world for these times. Be men who will not be bought or sold, who are not afraid to call sin by its right name, men who will stand for the right though the heavens fall.
William Barrett, Georgia Cumberland, Southern, North American
Please adhere to our historic belief in a six day creation week.
Rebecca Osborn, Michigan, Lake Union Conference, North American
Anthony Ludwig, Michigan Conference, Lake Union, North American
Evolution and Darwinian thinking is wide spreading. This really should not be an issue in our schools. Schools come with sacrifice as the cost is not cheap, but worth it. May our leaders look at what is happening and respond in a way that will build up the church and His kingdom. (pastor at Waterford Riverside & school and Livingston churches in Michigan.)
Larry Green, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Dear leaders: Yes, deal kindly and Biblically with those in error and apostacy - but since the lines are drawn, and positions taken (in writing), you must deal with it, sometimes having to "meet it head on", as we are counseled from the pen of inspiration. And most definitely while we should be concerned with the FEW erring ones (2 or 3?) we have a MUCH greater respnsibility to the HUNDREDS, or more that have been (and WILL be) affected that could lose their way from error! -- agreed? This is why Jesus had to act in Heaven, so the other 2/3 would not be lost. Bottomline - ACT, not rashly or unkindly, but ACT. Blessings on you - you are being prayed for -and watched.
Phil Mills, MD, Georgia-Cumberland, Southern, North American
Eli was not being "pastoral" by refusing to deal with his children. It didn't save them and cost the lives of thousands of Israel and lost the ark to the Philistines.
Carlis Clinton, Gulf States Conference, Southern Union, North American
Dena Guthrie, Florida, Southern Union, North American
If you are worried about accreditation issues, please remember that the eternal destiny of our children is at stake and all else shrinks into insignificance.
Zoila Molina, Ontario, Canadian, North American
It is crucial that all Educators and Adminstrators uphold the truth about a literal 6 day Creation.
Mary Swain, Nevada-Utah, Pacific, Inter-American
Gene Schlotthauer, Northern California, North Pacific, North American
Charles Stafford, Upper Columbia Conference, North Pacific Union Conference, North American
I have watched the discussion of this topic by the panel discussion at the GYC and support the opinions expressed there to uphold Christian principles in dealing with this issue.
Stephen Vicaro, Arkansas-Louisiana, Southwestern, North American
Paul Dysinger, Tennessee, Southern, Inter-American
Nancy Riedesel, ARKLA, SW, North American
Dear Sirs:
I respectfully submit that this 'debate' has been allowed to go on for way too long. It should have never happened. There is NO debate with evolution in the SDA denomination and it should NOT be allowed to be taught contrary to the core belief of the SDA church. I see it as a crime and a sin against our precious young people who go to our universities and schools looking for truth and a foundation on which to stand. When they see the controversies that are being promulgated in the classrooms and the inconsistencies with the professors, it weakens their faith and trust in our church and institutions.
Please, for Jesus' sake, and for the sake of our young people, take a decided stand against this blasphemy of promoting evolution in any form, and give our young people something to be proud of - a governing body of dedicated leaders who are Unashamed of the Truth to which we as SDA's have stood for over a hundred and fifty years. Please don't let your people down. We are all watching you - and so is God.
Sincerely,
Nancy Riedesel
A. Kevin Manestar, GeorgiaCumberland, NAD, North American
We need to hold tight to the roots of our faith, in order to be Gods "peculiar" people. Titus 2:14
Edward R MacKenzie, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, North American
This problem has gone on way too long. It is not necessary to understand evil (evolution) in order to understand the truth!
Leonard Willett, Potomac, Columbia, North American
Using a pastoral approach, as Elder Schneider mentioned, may the evaluation process move forward, slowly perhaps, but hopefully unfalteringly.
Karen Shepard, Northern New England Conference, Atlantic Union , North American
I am shocked and disappointed to learn that LSU is no longer (in my opinion) an SDA university. Unless the support for teaching evolution is withdrawn, I believe no further funding should be supplied by the church. Close the institution.
Gary Beihl, Carolina Conference, Southern Union, North American
Phyllis Ann Wood, Upper Columbia, North Pacific Union, North American
Rodney F. Wood Jr., Upper columbia conf., North pacific, Inter-American
Helmuth F Fritz, Washington, North Pacific Union, North American
Ted L Stephens DDS, Central California, Pacific, Inter-American
Andre Coelho, Southeastern California Conference, Pacific Union Conference, North American
This needs to stop.
josh rivera, new jersey, columbia union, North American
I sincerely hope that the general conference officials pay attention to this matter, and put an end to the teaching of false theories in our institutions.
Bryce Ivey, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Joe Garza, SCC, PUC, North American
To endorse the theory of evolution is to support the idea that God is not the Creator. In the Bible God says He is. Jesus corroborates it (Mat 19:4-5). If God is not the Creator, then He is a liar. Then the Bible, the Sabbath, the plan of salvation and many other Bible teachings are lies. If you throw away the core concept of God as the Creator, everything else, crumbles.
Shirley Johnson, British Columbia, Canadian, North American
Do we still believe the Bible or not?? Are we still the "people of the Book"? Satan can make anything seem to be true if he wishes. He can throw down a stick and make it appear as a serpent. We know that in the end (NOW) we cannot rely on our senses, or we will be deceived. We must uphold God's truths. Having an Adventist school is completely pointless, if we are not teaching the truth there. If "untruth" is taught there, may as well go to a cheaper school.
Stick to the Word - even though it be an "inconvenient truth".
William Howland, Carolina, Southern, North American
Scott Eakins, Ark-LA, SW, North American
I pray you will stand for truth and use the armor of God to defend the faith once delivered to the saints.
xxxxxxxx, NA, NA, North American
I am not an SDA but am a Christian attending an SDA university. It is shameful that a proclaimed Christian (SDA) university would openly support Holy Bible contradiction. If professors are not willing to align themselves with Christian (and SDA) fundamental beliefs they should not be employed by so-called Christian universities.
Larry, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Edward Wyraz, Southeastern California, Pacific, North American
Stand firm!
Pastor Richard Gates, Illinois, Lake Union, North American
We all soon will answer to the God of Heaven for our action, or inaction. It's time to put an end to promoting organic evolution in our colleges. For some reason we are the Laodicean Church, let's be warm for God, and take the heat!
Elvy Rolle, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Susan Kaufman, Southeaster California Conference, Pacific, North American
It is imperative that our leaders take a firm stand on the Biblical truths our faith was founded on. My prayer is for these conference and union leaders to have the courage to uphold the Biblical view of creationism and to ensure that the teachers are teaching this worldview. The time for patience is over (at the expense of our young peoples faith in God) and now is the time to act decidedly for God's Word.
George H. Hickman, Arkansas, Southwestern Conference, Inter-American
Please replace these few Professors who insist on teaching this unfounded confusion; we're loosing our youth for no beneficial purpose.
Peggy Kennimer, Texas, Southwestern, Inter-American
It is not necessary to study the false or artificial in order to know and recognize the true. If the true is diligently studied, the false will become apparent. Evolution is against the SDA core belief system and should not be tolerated in our educational system. If professors wish to teach "scientifically" (??) and not Biblically they should teach in a worldly institution. Why is this tolerated? As the brother before me said...we know. My prayers are with us all as we stand on the edge of eternity.
Gene A. Swanson, M.D., Rocky Mountain, Central, North American
Karl Keene, Dakota Conference, Mid-America Union Conference, North American
Suzie Kack, Oregon, NPUC, North American
I trust that our leaders will take action, with kindness, remembering the huge responsibility they have to our young people and to the entire world church, to safegaurd the teachings of this Church.
Raylene Young, Oregon, NPUC, Inter-American
Our children are precious gifts. May God give us the courage to take necessary steps to ensure that they know Him, the Creator of all things. Only then will they be willing to share the beautiful message of salvation with a dying world. How can God fully bless until truth is restored within the classrooms of our SDA schools? Persevere in faith toward the resolution of this invasion of Truth!
xxxxxxxx, Texas, Southwestern, North American
What about University Presidents that do not believe in Ellen G. White???
Vicki Moore, Alberta, Canadian, North American
Audrey Neuharth-Ponaski, Montana, North Pacific Union, North American
xxxxxxxx, Northern California Conference, Pacific, North American
Thank you Shane, for leading out in helping to save our colleges from teaching evolution as truth instead of the false theory that it is.
Ron Davis, Oregon, North Pacific Union, North American
This situation needs to be corrected for the sake of our youth and God.
Booker Joseph, Gulf States Conference, Southern Union, North American
It is a travesty that we have allowed this to go on this long without the intervention of denominational leadershi.
Robert Kruger, Oregon, North Pacific Union, North American
"The greatest want of the world is the want of men--men who will not be bought or sold, men who in their inmost souls are true and honest, men who do not fear to call sin by its right name, men whose conscience is as true to duty as the needle to the pole, men who will stand for the right though the heavens fall." Education, page 57
Donald J. Sisson, central, , North American
H. Douglas Carlson, Michigan, Lake, North American
Assoc. Pastor, Battle Creek Tabernacle
xxxxxxxx, Ohio, Columbia, North American
I believe in the 6 days creation and the seventh day of rest (the Sabbath). This should be taught in all our schools
A. Sidney Whiting, Northern New England, Columbia, North American
I understand that administrators have to work within the constraints of the "system" in order to be "fair" etc. But, for the sake of the students in Adventist (is it time to put quotation marks around the word?) universities, by all means at least reassure us that you are moving as fast as you can on this!
xxxxxxxx, Northern California Conference, Pacific Union, North American
Thank you for doing all you can to protect our youth. In our school system our youth should be safe, knowing that that are paying for and receiving only truth.
xxxxxxxx, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
Now is the time to be not only be true to God, but also true to the rights of an organization to live out its principles and standards. Academic freedom does not include to liberty to sabotage a belief system. It would be well to simply begin your own organization.
Burney Culpepper, Gulf States, Southern, North American
Praise God that this issue can be addressed.
Nathan Stearman, Kansas Nebraska Conference, Mid-America Union, North American
Danny Whatley, Alaska, North Pacific, North American
Have the courage to "meet it"!
Joseph Wells, Welsh Mission UK, British Union, Trans-European
The book of Genesis is foundational to the rest of Scripture and as such we cannot allow those who are in a position of trust and resposible for educating our young people,to chip away at the foundation.
jorge vasquez, florida conf., suthern , North American
must leaders are pirate, they dont care.they mints are secular,but i think god already pick up the remnamt...joung peaple.
Eleanor Green, Carolina, Southern, North American
I would like to change our leadership at this upcoming GC session if this problem persists.
Fred Lee, South Caribbean, Caribbean Union, Inter-American
William Eichner, Oregon, North Pacific, North American
We’ve all heard it said that we need patient tolerance, that in the haste to remove someone from a position we may cause them to loose their way spiritually. This sounds commendable. However, how long do we leave a person in a position where they influence others negatively, especially young minds? How long do we strive with them when their positions are set in their way of influence against Scripture and have been for years? Maybe the call of striving for these souls are outweighed by their negative influences? Perhaps the attitude of wait and see gives those who could move on the matter a way out of the impending conflict?
Folks, we’re dealing with hard core evolutionists here. They are not newcomers to our campuses. Their positions have been made clear by their actions for some time. The cry for their removal has been ignored for a long period of time. Will you be a standard bearer? How will you answer to God for waiting longer?
Bill
Julee Thomas, N. Calif., Pacific Union, North American
Please stand for Bible truth! God created our world in 7 literal days; to teach otherwise is to call God a liar. Please don't allow doubt in God's word to be planted in students' minds by allowing evolution to be taught in our schools.
Adrian Sarli, Michigan, Lake, North American
Kathryn Urban, Northwest, , North American
Allan Smith, Indiana, Lake, Inter-American
Listen to Roger Morneau's video "A Trip into the Supernatural". He was told by the satanist priest that the theory of evolution was one of Satan's brilliant ideas back in the 1700's to prepare man for the last deception in the end times. He knew nothing of Adventism at that time.
Ed and Jeane Christiansen, Washington, Pacific Northwest, North American
In the words of Ellen White and her advice regarding the Alpha apostasy, "Meet it!"
Victor Wayne Matlock, Ark-La, Southwestern, North American
My last post was a quote from a 2003 edition of the Adventist Review. That is positive evidence that the school and the school's administration have had ample time to deal with this. It's well past time to deal with it. I hope thew will respond to the appeal I made in that post and give God a chance.
Sincerely,
V. Wayne Matlock
Pr. Ron Henderson, Alberta Conference, Canadianf Union, North American
It is with urgency that the GC need to resolve this fiasco at our institutions where erroneous teachings on biblical creation and theology thrive. If you won't or can't the membership will.
Jerry Windels, Alberta, Canadian, North American
The debate on long vs short age of life isn't going to end. That isn't the real issue here. The issue is whether it is right to use an organizations funds to teach the exact opposite of the the official position of the organization. They are free to teach & believe as they do, but not in an official Church position using the Church's funds. And please, regardless of which position we hold, treat others as you wish to be treated... one of Christianity's most basic principles.
xxxxxxxx, Greater New York, Atlantic, North American
This is to let you know that my friends and family have decided NOT to send their children to LSU, even though they live just a few miles away. Instead, they are attending Southern.
Sean Nebblett, Texaco Conference, Southwestern Union, North American
Albert Waite, South England, British Union, Inter-American
scott kim, new jersey Conference, columbia union, North American
Neil Watts, Sth Queensland, Australian Union, South Pacific
Byron Comp, Pennsylvania, Columbia, North American
This resolution is an excellent beginning point for resolving the present controversey. However, professors should not hired or retained if they do not consistently demonstrate their full belief in SDA core teachings, of which Creation vs. Evolution is only one. In my opinion, no one should ever be hired to teach or influence young men and women in an SDA institution who are not fully, 100% convicted in their own soul that the truths taught and upheld by the SDA church are Biblical in nature and can be reasonably defended as being compatible with "sola Scriptura."
Jim Sharps, Windsor SDA Church, Columbia Union, North American
Isaiah 8:20 ... Genesis 1:1-2:3. Amen.
Robert Bluhm, Ed.S., Southeastern Calif., Pacific, North American
How sad that this is a controversy instead of a "no brainer, slam dunk"! My son and I are both L.S.U. grads but until and unless administration gets a backbone and conviction that macroevolutionist professors must find employment elsewhere, I will not recommend that parents send their children to L.S.U. nor support it financially and otherwise.
Angela Smart, Perth , , Inter-American
Manuel Nobre Cordeiro, Portuguese, Portuguese, Euro-Africa
I personally uphold the SDA Church fundamental beliefs about God's creation in six literal days.
Shirley J. Burns, Northern, Pacific Union, Inter-American
Teachers should teach the bible truth.
Kimberly Moll, Pennsylvania, Columbia Union, North American
How can these leaders and teachers claim the name "Seventh-day Adventist" while actively slandering the very foundation of Christianity itself? They will have much to answer for in the final judgment when they are presented with the souls of those who are lost from the kingdom by their careless, selfish ambitions. God help them all.
Lucas Dobyns, KY-TN, Southern, North American
Lydian Belknap, Georgia Cumberland, Southern, North American
Our schools need to be revamped fom the pre-school up as far as religious instruction is concerned. When a senior academy student says (after taking a course in Daniel in one of our academies) "I was amazed to learn that Daniel in the Lions' den was a true story.I always thought it was a fairy tale like Cinderella!" I know this to be a true story because I am well acquainted with the friend she said it to--who had been taught Daniel by her mother and grandmother for many years. The girl who made this remark was reared an SDA and had attended SDA schools all her life. I've mentioned this to several ministers and other workers only to be met with a shrugged shoulder and a shakened head. Let's bring back our old Bible books such as "God's Great Plan" and "Tell it to the World." They woud need to be modernized with colored pictures, etc.--but NOT THE TEXT! Those lessons have stayed with me all these years (I'm 85+ now)and I am appaled at the "pablum" our chioldren are currently getting. (Maybe things have changed in the last few years since this happened and I sincerely hope so but I haven't looked at a Bible book used in our grade schools in a number of years so I can't say for sure.
At any rate, we need to clean up the "roots" of our educational tree as well as trim off the bad limbs at the top!
Karen Norman, LA/AR conference, , Inter-American
I attended La Sierra in 1967-68. Teachers and teachings now need to be returned to the core values Adventism represents; Bible truth and the Spirit of Phrophecy.
Kirk Weedman, Oregon, Pacific Union Conference, North American
The lack of leadership to meet this crisis head on has become very apparent. It may be we need not only a thorough clean up of staff at LSU, but of the Board of Trustees, the local CA conference and even beyond. Will the real leadership please stand up? Your lack of of leadership is allowing the destruction of our youth and of many in our church - you can't JUST be concerned about those teaching apostasy! Wake up and speak up before its too late. Until this crisis is stopped I am recommending to those I know, not to support the the school or send there children there. Maybe we need to stop financial support of the conference and NAD until this is cleaned up. Once its cleaned up then send in our financial support.
Patrick Yap, Southeastern California, Pacific, North American
Phillippa TURNER, SoutheastERN, Southern Union, North American
The SDA church is very clear about the bible and the Spirit and Prophecy as their sole guide.All professors who does nt beleive our doctrine should resign.IF THEY REFUSE TO RESIGN THEY SHOULD BE FIRED.
Bethany Coelho, Southeastern California Conference, Pacific Union Conference, North American
As a La Sierra University Alumni, I have been aware of this issue since I first took General Biology there. As much as I love my alma mater, this is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
Max Montoya, Rocky Mountain, Central, North American
Wayne Matlock, AR-LA, Southwestern, North American
The article 'Seventh-day Darwinians' in the Adventist Review dated in 2003 should be proof that the school administration AND the teachers have had ample time to deal with this problem and correct it. It is time for the church to deal with it.
Ben A. Trujillo, Rocky Mountain, Mid-America, North American
We want to support our leaders ... This is a make or break issue. Action is needed, we've had plenty of words.
Terry Ruebush, Indiana, Lake, North American
xxxxxxxx, Michigan, Lake Union, North American
As an Adventist Biology teacher, I exhort my fellow teachers and the overseeing staff to preach the Word of God (which includes the 6 days of creation), even in the classroom, that we may not be ashamed before Him at His coming.
xxxxxxxx, Atlantic Union Conference, New York Conference, North American
xxxxxxxx, Nevada/Utah, Pacific Union, North American
We need to stand up to the teaching of error on ALL fronts, especially from within our own ranks.
lois Henderson, Southern NE, Atlantic, North American
xxxxxxxx, New York Conference, Atlantic Union Conference, Inter-American
Susan Scoble, Southern New England, Atlantic Union, North American
mihaela hasse, northern CA, pacific union, North American
xxxxxxxx, Potomac, Columbia Union, North American
Sadie Torrez, Rocky Mountain Conference, Mid-America Conference, North American
I believe that it is the responsiblity of our leaders to put a stop to the teaching of evolution in our schools. If this type of teaching does not stop then eventually SDA parents may feel that it is not important to send their children to our schools. They can learn about evolution in community colleges which are much cheaper. We are willing to make sacrifices for our children to receive a Bible-based education in our schools. I think teachers that are not willing to teach SDA doctrines should not be employed by our church schools. I will make this a matter of prayer.
xxxxxxxx, NAD, Pacific, North American
xxxxxxxx, , , Inter-American
Pastor Bob Burke, Alberta, Canadian, North American
It is time that those who allow these teachings in our educational institutions were held accountable. Are you listening Mr. Wisbey?
Vincent Brandon Verzosa, Pacific Union Conference, Pacific Union, North American
Meg Howard, ARLA, SWU, North American
Keith Wallace, Arizona, Pacific Union, North American
Gerard M. Freeman, Chesapeake, Columbia, North American
I'm looking for the General Conference leadership to indicate to the LSU Board that the cited practices must cease immediately. If that is not done all subsidies to the University will cease. We church members expect leaders to act not merely talk.
Nelita Martin, Oklahoma, Southwestern , North American
A. Leroy Moore, Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
We are grateful for affirmative statements but urge that teeth be placed in our pronouncements.
Stanley (Jamie) Swingle III, Texas, Southwestern, Inter-American
From a Biblical perspective the theory of Evolution is patently wrong. Within the context of the scientific method, it can not be defended on the grounds of observable and verifiable evidence. It is a theory based on a philosophical foundation which contradicts the SDA worldview and promotes atheism. Our educational systems have no business promoting a philosophy of origins which erodes personal faith in the creator of our universe, the God who redeemed us, and the One we serve.
Douglas Franklin, Northern California, Pacific, Inter-American
My children were dismayed by the teaching of evolution when they were attending our SDA colleges. I had no answer for them then, and I still don't.
Gladys Cerna, Southern CA Conference, Pacific Union, North American
Please safeguard our institutions from evolutionst teachers and guard our precious youth from being led in the oposite direction God wants them to go. Let's keep our beliefs pure and stand up for the right!
Melinda Vollmer, SECC, Pacific, North American
If you do not believe in the fundamental beliefs of the SDA church,that is your business, but that disqualifies you to teach in SDA schools.
John Manuel, Oregon, North Pacific, North American
LSU Class of 1969. The current situation is unacceptable and must be corrected rapidly, before the cancer spreads to other parts of the “body”.
gilbert riojas, Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
Jonathan Higgie, South New Zealand, South Pacific Union Conference, South Pacific
xxxxxxxx, Central California Conference, Pacific Union, North American
This issue is not a debate, but a matter of apostasy.
Tim Matsis, South New Zealand, New Zealand Pacific Union Conference, South Pacific
It is disappointing that this issue has been allowed to fester for so long in public. This should never have reach the point where we have to petition leaders to act. Where is the courage to do right just because it is right? May God impress the leaders responsible with the sacred responsibility of their calling.
Thea Dines, Western Australian Conference, , Inter-American
Teresa Cooper, Georgia-Cumberland, Southern, North American
Bob D. Lehrer, New York, New England, North American
Please don't be like the government, do what's right!!!
Joyce Stevens, New York Conference, Atlantic Union, North American
Courage to you, pls keep going until this is settled in the RIGHT way.
Stan Swingle II, Texaco, Southwestern, Inter-American
I personally believe it's outrageous that 1)the GC doesn't have more control over our educational system then it does and 2) that we hire teachers (guides) who themselves are not totally committed to the beliefs of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. I find it appauling the lack of backbone seen in our leadership today. Positive action should be initiated by the General Conference at this time.
Pastor Maurice Witt, Georgia-Cumberland, Southern Union, North American
Our denominational leaders sometimes are frustrated by all the dollars going to the conservative indepentent ministries. But when these stand strongly and decidely for Biblical truth and denominational leaders do not, then we should not be surprised as our members send their money to organizations that do clearly uphold the truth as it is in God's Word.
Brittney Boeser, Minnesota Conference, Mid-American Union, North American
Marcela Giordana, Indiana, Lake Union, North American
Richard Myers, Northern California, Pacific, North American
There is a line drawn in the sand. All who have signed this petition have chosen to stand with God. Others regard "Higher education" as the fruit of human thought and effort. But this is an absurdity which He who rules in the heavens looks upon with contempt. When the word of God is laid aside for books that do not lead to God and to an understanding of the kingdom of heaven, education is a perversion of the name. Higher education of the world has proved itself a farce. Now the world is in the church and school. With the education being given at La Sierra, teachers mingle the sentiments of infidel authors. Thus they have sown tares in the minds of the youth. They give utterance to sentiments that should not be presented to young or old. They have sown seed that will bear shameful fruit.
When straight, solemn testimony is needed, in rebuking sin and iniquity, even though it be in those of high position, we ought not hold our peace, but heed the instruction of the God of truth, when he commands, "Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and show my people their transgressions, and the house of Jacob their sins." Those who love God will stand as faithful watchmen upon the walls of Zion,--not to hide sin, not to flatter the wrong-doer, not to obtain the sympathy of their brethren, but to meet the approval of God. They will not suppress one syllable of truth that should be brought out, in reproof, or warning, or in vindication of the righteousness of the oppressed, in order to gain the favor and influence of any one. In a crisis, they will not be found in a neutral position, but they will stand firmly on the side of righteousness and truth, even when it is difficult to take this position; and to maintain it may imperil their prosperity, and deprive them of the friendship of those whom they love.
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David Plaisted, Carolina, Southern, North American
How can the church leadership continue to permit evolution to be taught in our schools? Are these leaders Seventh-day Adventists or not? What does this failure to address this issue imply about the attitude of our leaders to the Bible and Ellen White?
xxxxxxxx, Wisconsin, Lake Union, North American
Thank you for asking.
dick guthrie, Idaho, NPUC, Inter-American
Richard Seltzer, Northern California Conference, Pacifc Union Conference, North American
Juan Sabater, Southwestern California, Pacific, Inter-American
God is my maker, Jesus my savior and The Holy Spirit testifies so. Wisdom calls for action. Rebuke those who decieve when teaching about life.
Brian Metts, Georgia/Cumberland, Southern, North American
Wendell Downs, Alaska, NPUC, North American
I fully support the need for all Seventh-day Adventist schools to provide a united approach to the teaching of origins based firmly upon the validity and the authority of the Bible, and specifically the literal teaching of Genesis 1-11 as an accurate description of human origins.
Nicholas Urrutia, Central CA, Pacific, North American
Walter Sumner, Northern New England, Atlantic, North American
It's past time for the LSU biology dept. to get their collective heads out of the sand and realize that there is plenty of good science out there that refutes commonly accepted evolutionary theory. If they were serious about truth, they would invite someone like Dr. Walter Veith to give his Creation/Evolution lectures. The eyes of students would be opened, and they would not be so likely to fall for the clever evolutionary propaganda.
Alice Eads, Carolina, Southern Union, Inter-American
Creation is a key part of who we are as SDA's. I think the GC needs to do something about getting these professors out of our schools. This controversy is not only hurting the teachers but also the students who believe what they are taught to some degree. They are teaching heresy when teaching evolution as fact!! Not only should they be taken out of our learning institutions but out of the SDA Church unless they change their beliefs. It is up to our leadership to take care of this problem and do it quickly or else the leadership may be changed!
Sybil Naumer, Texico Conference, Southwestern Union, North American
Many are waiting for our leaders to act. Inaction is fostering unbelief, distrust and weariness of the soul as we look to leadership. Where are the watchmen? We need men who will stand for the right though the heavens fall, men who will not be bought or sold. You know the quote. This is what we need for an hour such as this. Leadership is ever in my prayers.
xxxxxxxx, East Jamaica, West Indies, Inter-American
Can two walk together except they agree? Faith in God and evolutionary beliefs are incompatible. They are polar opposites. A little leaven leavens the whole lump. Purge out the leaven therefore.
Any person of authority who refuses to act in this issue will receive the frown of Christ and be cursed. Get rid of evolutionary teachings (as fact) before your names are blotted out of the Lamb's book of life.
Larry Lyons, Northern CA, Pacific Union, North American
The leadership of our church must show that they are willing and able to deal with open rebellion against the church. Nothing less is required of them, by the church at large, and by our Lord who made them keepers of the flock.
susan, No. CA , Pacific, Inter-American
Judy Johnson, Montana, North Pacific Union, North American
How sad...this shouldn't even be an issue...may God be able to open the eyes of our leadership...they are blinded by Satan...God forgive them, for they know not what they do...
Robert Bethel, KY-TN, North American, Inter-American
Teachers teaching evolution should be dismissed from employment. Period.
Linda Brehm, Oregon Conference, North Pacific Union Conference, North American
Doug and Kathy Dickson, PA, columbia, North American
It has been long enough either stop teaching evolution or be fired!!!
Douglas A. Yowell, SECalifornia, Pacific Union, North American
I would suggest that,as an intregral part of the inevitable investigation,each administration or science faculty member under review, be required to articulate the story of their conversion to Christ.
LaDean Whatley, Alaska, North Pacific, North American
xxxxxxxx, Oregon, North Pacific, North American
I have a personal conflict with allowing the presentation of evolution as fact within Adventist education. If we are to support Adventist education it must, by nature, remain completely Adventist in all that is presented.
Tom A. Harebottle, South-eastern California, Pacific, North American
How can anyone take the name Seventh Day Adventist and not believe in a six day creation week. Either death pre-dates the fall or it doesn't...
Vicki Weston, Nevada - Utah, Pacific Union, North American
Daniel Kelsey, Arizona, Pacific, North American
These times call for steadfast leadership that stand's for God's teachings and principles without waiver or compromise we need to do this for the sake of our Church and the youth.
Mary Lou Erwin, ? In Bend, Oregon, ? Pacific Union, Inter-American
I'm saddened to even see that this has happened. How disappointed our Lord must be and Mrs. White would be...
Bob Pickle, Minnesota Conference, Mid-America Union, North American
The evolutionists I have talked to who try to claim to be Seventh-day Adventists often don't stop at throwing out what the Bible teaches about creation. For example, Erv Taylor, a guest lecturer for one of LSU's problematic science classes, could not name for me one single Bible story that he believed actually occurred as written.
We need teachers in our schools who are committed to Scripture and to our message, including the biblical accounts of creation and Noah's flood.
Students who end up being taught evolution as fact in one of our schools should request and should be given a refund.
If a school teaches evolution as fact, is it infringing upon a trademark of the Seventh-day Adventist Church if it also claims to be a Seventh-day Adventist school?
Let there be no false advertising in claiming to give a Seventh-day Adventist education if a school is instead teaching evolution as fact.
Enrico Toote, Bahamas Conference, West Indes Union, Inter-American
I apppeal to the General Conference to be faithful to scripture and the spirit of prophecy. We must get rid of those teachers that teach evolution as truth in our schools and colleges.
Stephanie Stomberg, Minnesota Conference, Mid America Union, North American
Michael Demyan, North California, PPacific Union Conference, North American
This appears most absurd that our SDA organization continues to tolerate a direct assault against the most foundational beliefs we share.
xxxxxxxx, Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
Don't sacrifice our young people in order to coddle these professors!
Forrest Anderson, Ohio, Columbia, North American
Karen Turner, Southeast Conference , Pacific, North American
Mary Fiess, Northern CA, Pacific Union, North American
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood,but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perserverance and supplication for all saints; ...Ephes. 6: 10-18
Jacque Ragsdale, Southeastern Calif. Conf., Pacific Union Conf., North American
xxxxxxxx, Georgia Cumberland, Southern, North American
Please, please take a stand for our Lord! He is being put to open shame for this and those responsible will have to answer for this. Well have we been warned of these dangerous apostasies coming in to shake us. Will you hold to your sacred trust or will you perish with policy and political correctness? You hold the deciding vote. Remember it is not only your own soul you hold in the balance, it is countless others to whom you are responsible.
Marija Bolkovic, Slovenia/Ljubljana, Adriatic, Trans-European
Genesis 2, 1 - 4 :
Vern Loeks, oregon, north Pacific union, Inter-American
Greg Richmond, Central California, Pacific Union, North American
We and our intitutions of learning must teach the true character of God for that is at the heart of the controversy between good and evil. The Bible defines God to be perfect in every way, and creating a "Good" and perfect world prior to the fall. Certainly "Good" does not include death and decay as evolution requires. When God restores the world to it's perfect state, the Bible is very clear that death will no longer continue. Therefore God's perfect character is capable of and requires creation and restoration of a world and universe free from death. Teaching anything to the contrary strikes at the very heart of God's character and is the reason the enemy has used evolution as one of his primary tools to deny God's children from knowing, loving, and living with God for eternity. We must not side with the enemy. "...choose you this day whom you will serve...", Joshua 24:15.
Junior Scoggins, Arkansas/Lousiana, Southwestern, North American
It is a great disappointment that error is being taught at an Adventist school. But it is an even greater disappointment to see the unwillingness of church leadership to deal quickly with the sin.
Nic Samojluk, Southeastern, Pacific Union, North American
Allowing our Adventist institutions to teach the theory of evolution as the only credible explanation for origins should not be tolerated.
Gary Warner, North Pacific, , Inter-American
xxxxxxxx, Ga-Cumberland, Southern, North American
Jeanne Norris, Oregon Conference, North Pacific, North American
We have dear friends who lost their faith because of what was taught at our colleges/Universities that was not according to God's Word. If we are a Bible believing people, lets act and walk that way and teach that way. Praise the Lord He is coming soon for His faithful people.
Jose Diaz, NNEC, Northeast, North American
Jere Franklin, British Columbia, Canadian, North American
I have MA is Biology and support the concerns expressed in this letter.
John Erickson, Dakota Conference, Mid-America Union, North American
Maricela Cabrera, Texas Conference, Soutwestern Union, North American
xxxxxxxx, Pacific Union Conference, North American, Inter-American
You are in my fervent prayers. The Lord has placed you in your positions, and expects you to stand up for Him as His ambassadors of Truth. Be faithful: Your reward will be great! We cannot stand and watch while soul after young soul is being sacrificed on the alter of falsehood! Please act without further delay. All my respect, and may The Creator Of All The Universe, Christ our LOrd, be with you! Isaiah 41:10
xxxxxxxx, Northern Calif., Pacific, North American
Isaac Jacobo, New Jersey, Colombia, North American
2 Peter 3:3-7
Marilyn Morgan, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, Inter-American
Chris Guarin-Adap, Ontario Conference, Canadian Union, North American
Terence Peterson, Montana Conference, North Pacific, Inter-American
This sort of apostasy is the equivalent of Ahab and Jezebel's rebellion in the face of God. God will purge it if the leadership won't!
Daniel Burke, South-eastern California, pacific union, North American
Joan Humlong, KY-TN, , North American
Shannon Pitman, Georgia Cumberland, Southern Union, North American
My family has raised us to stand for values. Public universities allow you to believe in creation but teach evolution. We need to teach creation and if we teach anything about evolution we need to teach the details to explain why it is not as clearly the scientific explanation that everyone thinks it is. If the professors cannot do this then they should be asked to leave or should leave of their own accord. There is no meeting of the doctrines of salvation by faith and love with that of survival of the fittest!
Robert Helm, Ohio, Columbia, North American
I have read enough literature on the topics of creation and evolution to know that serious arguments can be made in favor of both positions. For this reason, it is not in the interest of education to teach Dogmatic Darwinism. Furthermore, despite the hype from theistic evolutionists, Darwinism is not philosophically compatible with Christianity, and college students are intelligent enough to see that this is the case.
xxxxxxxx, Northern California, Pacific Union, North American
I support the General Conferance taking the STRONGEST and most EXPEDIENT measures necessary in order to bring all of our schools and teachers back into agreement with the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy. " To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them. " Do we need to pay out hundreds of thousands of dollars for for the blind (evolutionists) to undo all that we have labored for and sacrificed for years? I think not!! I had to send my daughter to our college in Canada for 5 years because of the sad state of our colleges in the USA. Even there, some evolution was taught openly. How glad I am that I have raised her to stand for the truth; even against "adventists", if need be.
Dixie, Wisc., Lake Union, Inter-American
"For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him."
MarVella Burton, Gulf States, Southern Union, Inter-American
Cry aloud, spare not. Lift up your voice like a trumpet and show my people their transgressions and the house of Jacob their sins. It's high time to awake out of our sleep and STAND.
xxxxxxxx, Ky-Tenn, , North American
Not only is this issue a problem but many churches are practicing the wearing of jewelry, rings etc. Clapping in the sancuary. Churches are losing the reverence they once observed in the seventh day church, myself included.
Irene Walper, Georgia-Cumberland, Southern Union, North American
As a life long Adventist (84 years), I cannot believe we are allowing our students to be taught evolution theories in our schools. We must take action against this situation.
Meagan Mizner, Arkansas/Louisiana, Southwestern , North American
Timothy Mizner, Arkansas/Louisiana, Southwestern, North American
Neville Peter, South Eastern Conference , , North American
I am very sad to hear what is going on at LSU. I hope and pray that you our leadership will take action.
Bonnie Rogers, GA-Cumberland , Southern , North American
Richard A. Wright, Southern California, Pacific Union, North American
I am an alumnus of La Sierra (B.A. 1968, M.A. 1972). Professors in those days defended our beliefs. You have confirmed my apprehensions.
Lura LeMert, Oregon, North Pacific, North American
Shawn LeMert D.D.S., Oregon, North Pacific, North American
Calvin Carroll, Idaho, North Pacific, North American
Sheri Olson, Northern California Conference, Pacific Union, North American
Myrna Neff, Washington, North Pacific, North American
I believe that anyone who is in a position of teaching Biblical truths is held to a higher standard and level of responsiblity by God. We, therefore, should assure that our professors know and rightly teach the truths of the Bible. It is the responsiblity of those responsibile for hiring and retaining such teachers to assure those they hire are individuals who are both living and teaching what we as a denomination believe.
Rebecca Kruger, Oregon, NPUC, North American
Pekka Maattanen, Quebec, Canadian, North American
I am a Biochemist in a secular University, and I fully see that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. This MUST be taught in our universities, so that they can be the head and not the tail. For any who don't understand that evolution theory is fundamentally flawed, read "Genetic Entropy" by John C. Sanford.
Jesse James, Upper Columbia, North Pacific, North American
Denise Bindernagel, Central California, Pacific Union, North American
I am dismayed. I feel it is now safer to attend a public university. This ought not so to be.
Stewart Pepper, Mountain View, Columbia, North American
If we do not stand firm on the issue of a literal seven-day creation (as stated in the 28 fundamentals), we will ultimately lose our position on salvation. We are redeemed from a fallen condition not the highest condition we've ever known since we've finally evolved to man. Even theistic evolution (long ages for a day) destroys that belief. Please act swiftly on this issue. Our young people are at stake.
Linden St. Clair, Mountain View, Columbia, North American
Impart true education. Uphold truth. Personal beliefs which are not founded on solid Biblical support must not be allowed to corrupt others.
Kathy Pepper, Mountain View Conference, Columbia Union, North American
Members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church adhere to 28 Fundamental Beliefs. Number 6 states that we believe in a six-day literal creation. I understand the very real need for students from the elementary level through college to understand the beliefs of both creation and evolution. However, for a Seventh-day Adventist entity to teach that both creation and evolution are viable options of belief goes against those Fundamental Beliefs and, even more importantly, goes directly against the Bible. My prayer is that the leaders of LSU and the Church will take immediate action to correct this ill-advised decision.
James Volpe, Mountain View, Columbia, North American
The Bible is our mandate the Bible say in ECC.8:111 Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.
We want to soft pedal things for sake of not offending or hurting,when we actually are hurting others and offending God.
Dr. Won Bae, Sothern New England, Atlantic, Inter-American
Richard Monroe, KY-TN, Southern, North American
melvin kirkwood, Ky Tn, southourn, North American
Please keep our core values and beliefs in our daily curiculim. Let the world have theirs.
Gary Jarnes, Upper Columbia Conference, North Pacific Union, North American
No 6 day creation= no seventh day Sabbath, no test, no fall, no need for a Saviour. Why do we allow everything to be undermined? Meet it!
xxxxxxxx, Cumberland, Southern, North American
If no change is made, La Sierra will not even be consideration for my children education. There is a reason why we send our kids to a SDA private school. I would like to see a non-secular professors in our universities.
daniel cristancho, michigan, lake union, North American
I understand that Evolution is the desired explanation for the existance of life in scientific circles. It is therefore a necessary evil. But for an Adventist school professor to openly advocate evolution as the only answer to man's origins is absolutely intolerable. He is being paid with church money. In any other branch of our church, to preach against any of fundamental doctrines of our church would not be tolerated. Why are we tolerating this? Is the doctrine of creation that unimportant. Is it not one of the foundations for all of our doctrines? As goes creation so goes the sabbath, origin of sin, the atonement of Christ, etc. A seventh-day adventist school should promote biblical truth. Please fix this!!