In the 21st century, the concept of a third space — a place between work and home where people build community and foster connections — is increasingly elusive, with nearly 50% of Americans reportedly feeling alone.1Historically, the church served as a cornerstone of third spaces and fulfilled an important role in community building. But as [...]
God has demonstrated His love and kindness powerfully in Wenatchee Spanish Adventist Church in Upper Columbia Conference during the latter part of 2023 and the early months of 2024.Each Sabbath, we have rejoiced in having 10–20 visitors attend our worship services. During the week of Oct. 1–7, 2023, approximately 50 people visited the church. During Thanksgiving [...]
In spring 2024, It Is Written is conducting a mission trip and evangelistic campaign in Alaska, culminating in the Revelation Today: Hope for Humanity series. In late March 2024, a mission team of 70 volunteers is serving in Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, and Bethel, the largest rural community, ahead of the evangelistic series that [...]
As a young adult, several friends invited me to attend church with them. I was searching for God and truth. This led me to study the Bible.Soon I was born again of the Holy Spirit and baptized as a Seventh-day Adventist with a new heart devoted to God. My habits and priorities began to change.The [...]
I often live out my life through mental narratives about what’s likely to happen next. Yet, life doesn’t have a perfect playbook.When recently I parked my car and stepped out to start my workday, I realized three things very quickly: 1. I uncharacteristically forgot my computer bag; 2. There was a hissing sound coming from [...]
Since 2021, Upper Columbia Conference has put significant focus on prayer. In 2022, UCC began holding many prayer-focused events, including 40 Days of Prayer, Zoom rooms with special guest speakers and an annual prayer summit. In addition to these events, prayer ministries has been praying for more ways to expand and reach people through prayer, [...]
In the heart of Keizer, Oregon, amidst the bustling routines of daily life, a remarkable story of faith and friendship recently unfolded.Renato Torres and Edmundo “Epe” Selvas are best friends whose journey began with a simple invitation to the Keizer Hub from Vivid Adventist Church, a gathering where young adults from all backgrounds dig into [...]
Christian radio broadcasting serves as a vital tool through which God reaches people in rural Alaska, with its reach steadily expanding. Thanks to the efforts of Alaska Adventist Radio Network and Craig Seventh-day Adventist Church, Prince of Wales Island in southeast Alaska now boasts a new radio station, KPWI, broadcasting on 94.9 FM, which began [...]
Elected representatives for North Pacific Union heard energizing reports about church vitality at the most recent executive committee meeting on March 6.“NPUC is seeing an uptick in multiplying churches, and we celebrate this,” said Bill McClendon, NPUC vice president for administration. “Our growing churches are growing, our plateauing churches are decreasing in number and our [...]
Adventist Development and Relief Agency continues humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, two years after the armed conflict erupted. ADRA has been at the forefront in Ukraine and neighboring countries providing critical assistance to the most vulnerable populations affected by the hostilities, including food, shelter, psychological support and medical care. Within hours of the conflict beginning on Feb. [...]
