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. [...]
In three presentations for grades Kindergarten through 12, Dorothy Knight Marsh, author, captivated Walla Walla Valley Adventist Schools students as she shared the remarkable journey of her great aunt’s life, chronicled in her book, From Cotton Fields to Mission Fields: the Anna Knight Story. Marsh's presence illuminated the auditorium as she recounted Knight's life's trials [...]
A deep, loud varoom with a trailing swoosh descended from the sky. I reached up to cover my ears but could not remain long in that position. A Blue Angel streaked by as I returned my focus to the job at hand.I was one of 20 McMinnville Adventist Church members helping at an entry gate [...]
Editorial Note: While some may have reservations or doubts about cinema evangelism, it's important to recognize the diverse ways people connect with faith. What resonates with one person may not resonate with another, and that's perfectly acceptable. As we engage as a Pacific Northwest family in various forms of evangelism and outreach, let's remain open [...]
Lada grew up in a non-religious family. Though she was taught to love and respect nature, animals and others, those values came from her country’s traditional myths, not religion.Her grandmother was Orthodox and one day took 3-year-old Lada and her sister to the Orthodox church to be baptized without their parents’ permission. Although it became [...]
Lada grew up in a non-religious family. Though she was taught to love and respect nature, animals and others, those values came from her country’s traditional myths, not religion.Her grandmother was Orthodox and one day took three-year-old Lada and her sister to the Orthodox church to be baptized without their parents’ permission. Although it became [...]
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 [...]
Members from Post Falls Adventist Church found a tangible way to bless veterans through handmade quilts. Most recently, the congregation in Post Falls, Idaho, presented five quilts to new members by quilt ministry leader BethAnne Moseanko. The Post Falls quilt ministry has blessed many veterans with handmade quilts in the last six years. The quilts [...]
