Did you know that the simple paper clip is like a super champion in the world of stationery? It's not just for holding papers together — it can be a key holder, an emergency hook or even a replacement zipper pull on your jacket! And guess what? Today, we're turning these everyday office supply heroes [...]
In August 2023, Gladstone Park Adventist Church was transformed into a tropical paradise as they hosted North American Division’s Vacation Bible School test event. For those who may not be aware, Gladstone Park Church is currently the one and only testing location for the program before it is finalized and sent all over the world. [...]
On July 30, 2023, 20 Oregon Conference Pathfinders and staff boarded a plane for 15 hours of flight time over the Pacific Ocean. They were blessed with the opportunity to attend the third North Asia-Pacific Division Pathfinder Camporee at Sahmyook Adventist University in Seoul, South Korea, joining more than 2,300 other Pathfinders from around the [...]
What happens when a committee of young adults comes together to build connections? Hispanic youth ministries is created and reintroduces Hispanic Youth and Young Adults Spiritual Retreat. Last year, Hispanic youth ministries, comprised of seven committee members, embarked on a mission to support youth programs within Hispanic ministries across the region. Their approach is rooted [...]
When I was younger and doing Bible studies to prepare for baptism, we covered the power of prayer. I always knew prayer was an important part of having a relationship with God, but sometimes prayer can be overwhelming, and I didn’t know where to start. My mother sat down with me one night and explained [...]
For more than a decade, high school students from Spanish-speaking churches in Oregon Conference have held an annual youth retreat at Washington Family Ranch. The retreat provides youth a great chance to make new friends, spend time with old ones and grow in their spiritual journeys as they worship and fellowship together. This year, many [...]
The scenic YMCA Camp Child in Elliston, Montana, was the backdrop for an unforgettable experience for Pathfinders and their leaders who gathered from various clubs for Montana Conference Pathfinder Camporee in September 2023. The heart of the camporee was its diverse range of activities, which allowed Pathfinders to earn four honor patches: marching/drilling, crystals, gold [...]
North Pacific Union launched a brand-new initiative focused on empowering local young adult ministries through Spark Tank, a young adult outreach summit, on Sept. 9, 2023. After worshiping together at the NPUC office in Ridgefield, Washington, seven teams presented new and innovative ideas to connect with their communities and share the message of Jesus. Each [...]
North Pacific Union launched a brand-new initiative focused on empowering local young adult ministries through Spark Tank, a young adult outreach summit, on Sept. 9, 2023. After worshiping together at the NPUC office in Ridgefield, Washington, seven teams presented new and innovative ideas to connect with their communities and share the message of Jesus. Each [...]
Family worship is a favorite time of day in our house. It’s our special time when we read Bible stories, memorize scripture and share our prayers with Jesus. If you’re already having regular worship with your family — great! If you’re just getting started with Jesus time, you’ll want to agree about a good time [...]
