From bioengineering breakthroughs to pastoral mentorship, hands-on learning at Walla Walla University provides a holistic education.In a world marked by constant change, seemingly more turbulent than ever before, preparation for our future leaders transcends beyond a simple retention of facts. As Ellen White said, “Let students be directed to the sources of truth, to the vast fields opened for research [...]
Following last year’s triumphant in-person return of Washington Conference Camp Meeting, Lee Venden, All About Jesus revivalist, pastor, author and beloved storyteller, will carry the torch as keynote speaker at this year’s annual all-conference gathering June 17–22, 2024 at Auburn Adventist Academy. For six Spirit-filled days, attendees will experience “Greater Things” in prayer, worship, mission, [...]
Washington Conference recently launched a new children’s ministry webpage with resources tailored specifically for parents and guardians.Jennifer Bullion, Washington Conference children’s ministry director, initially envisioned the webpage as a resource hub for ministry leaders seeking materials for events such as Vacation Bible School, Sabbath School and children’s programming during evangelistic series or health clinics. However, [...]
Are you looking for an unforgettable summer experience that offers a multitude of spiritual and educational benefits for your kids? Look no further than attending a Northwest summer camp!Summer camps are not only a fantastic opportunity for kids to learn new skills, grow in the Lord, make friends and have fun, but there are also [...]
Forty-five conference-level children’s ministry leaders and presenters from six Pacific Northwest conferences were among the first to explore and experience the training for the new Alive in Jesus Bible curriculum for children.The orientation marks the initial phase of training in preparation for the 2025 launch of the babies and beginners age-division curriculum.“Alive in Jesus is [...]
On Jan. 13, 2024, a gathering of 305 people braved the cold and snow to convene at Federal Way Performing Arts and Entertainment Center for Days of Celebration, hosted by Washington Conference regional ministries.The event spanned two days, encompassing Friday night vespers, Sabbath School, church service, afternoon workshops and a Sabbath vespers program. Distinguished speakers, [...]
Image Edward Woods III presented on Adventism's roots in social justice. Credit Lacey Stecker Image Carmela Monk-Crawford taught Days of Celebration attendees the importance of communicating your message effectively. Credit Lacey Stecker Image Cryston Josiah provided biblical evidence that Christians should get involved in social justice. Credit Lacey Stecker Image Jerome Hurst proposed different methods [...]
Have you ever wanted to read through the entire Bible? Many set this goal to read through the Bible at least once in their life; others set out to do it as a New Year’s resolution.During the 2022 Vision Summit, Upper Columbia Conference added an initiative to its Serve One More strategic plan for UCC [...]
The first of four presidential search phases to name the 24th president of Walla Walla University has begun. FaithSearch Partners, a supporting firm, will conduct several meetings on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 and Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 at WWU’s College Place campus to meet with key stakeholder groups to document expectations, needs and other information [...]
The Granger Church prayer committee desired to foster a greater sense of community, gratitude and spiritual connection within their church family and decided to host an International Day of Prayer program. Marcie Duim and Allyson Williams, prayer leaders, orchestrated a thoughtful sequence of prayer, scripture readings and a devotional story for the Nov. 12, 2023 [...]
