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This month, as we celebrate women in leadership, I wanted to take just a moment of your time to talk about ways we can build confidence and self-worth in girls. My daughter, Isabella, has so many wonderful qualities. Not only do I want her to believe and know how valuable she is in God’s eyes, [...]
“There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her” (Luke 10:42). In the gospel of Luke we find a story about two contrasting women. Martha was doing what was expected of women in antiquity. She was in the kitchen, working behind the [...]
If you're in the mood for something healthy, filling and delicious, look no further than this one-dish meal. It combines nutty, chewy farro with lentils and tender roasted vegetables, all tossed with a savory glaze. Enjoy this hearty meal warm or at room temperature.
On her day off from work, Esther Jaime brought a small group of young adults to Sunset Lake Camp for a church planting boot camp. Midway through the training, Jaime slipped out of the room to watch a virtual awards ceremony.
An old farmer was sitting on his porch after a long day of working in the wheat field. As the sun set, he noticed a car driving down the road. A young couple had been out taking advantage of the beautiful day, enjoying a leisurely ride in the country. But now they were lost, hungry [...]
Alice Moncher's eyes crinkle around the edges when she greets you at the Northside Church in Anchorage. Even with her mask on, you know you're welcome. A mother and grandmother, Alice is an active part of her local church and her Alaska Native community. Cheri Gatton is a compassionate shepherd. Her passion for sharing Jesus [...]
In the Summer of 2021, California's largest wildfire, the Dixie Fire, roared into Greenville, California, as a wall of fire that destroyed everything in its path! It was a disaster of epic proportions. Fortunately, most of the 1,100 residents of Greenville were not injured. When disaster strikes, what is the role of a church? The [...]
Alaska Conference is pleased to announce that Ashwin Somasundram has accepted the call to serve as vice president for administration. Somasundram comes to Alaska with more than 20 years of experience in union, conference and university administration. His ministry accomplishments include service in the British Union Conference for Global Missions, leadership at both Newbold College [...]
In November 2021, Tillamook, Oregon's Tidebearers Pathfinder Club was handed a large stack of sturdy boxes by their local Adventist Community Services organization. Club members spent a Sunday creatively decorating the boxes with fall and Thanksgiving art, then returned them to ACS. The Sunday before Thanksgiving, the boxes were packed with everything needed for a [...]
Upper Columbia Academy celebrated the baptisms of 38 people in June 2021. Initially, the service included a few baptisms for students whose families would be present during graduation weekend. Upon witnessing their commitment, other students, staff members, parents and UCA alumni lined up to be baptized at that time.
