A group of volunteers from Seniors in Action for God with Excellence wrapped up a project in the Dominican Republic on Feb. 6, 2025. They organized this project through Maranatha Volunteers International, a supporting ministry of the Adventist Church. Team members constructed a church building for La Nueva Barquita Adventist Church's congregation. They also conducted an [...]
Women of all ages enjoyed a restorative day of worship at Upper Columbia Conference Women's and Young Women's Spring Retreat 2025 held on May 3. This year’s theme, "Crafted by Grace," emphasized God’s abundant grace-filled plan for our lives.The assembly room was jam-packed with more than 160 women in attendance, representing more than 40 different [...]
Washington Conference schools have countless opportunities to connect with their communities and beyond. Through a variety of service projects, students engage in hands-on learning experiences that take them beyond the classroom and expand their view of the world. Below are several inspiring stories of schools that made a meaningful impact during the 2024–2025 school year. Orcas [...]
Since 2009, a partnership has grown between several members of Oregon Conference and the village of Kumari in Nepal. Some may have learned of the unfolding story from the documentary, Kumari: A Father’s Dream, which was selected as a finalist at Banff International Film Festival in 2022. This spring, the team at Big Lake Expeditions and [...]
Since 2009, a partnership has grown between several members of Oregon Conference and the village of Kumari in Nepal. Some may have learned of the unfolding story from the documentary, Kumari: A Father’s Dream, which was selected as a finalist at Banff International Film Festival in 2022. This spring, the team at Big Lake Expeditions and [...]
“If you could say one encouraging thing to a survivor of sexual assault, what would it be? Write it on the wall.”On the University of Oregon campus in Eugene, thanks in part to the Storyline Church community and North Pacific Union, more than 20 volunteers spent several days connecting with students and staff through a [...]
Community members in Wenatchee now have a place to grow their own food, thanks to Wenatchee Adventist Church. The community garden, called The Edge, is more than just a community garden; it’s a shift in perspective based on Lev. 19:9–10: “When you harvest, leave the edges for those who are poor and aliens.” This simple yet [...]
"And every day the Lord added to their community those whom He was calling to salvation" (Acts 2:47). The growth of churches is a top priority for Idaho Conference. Therefore, Pentecost 2025, a North American Division evangelism initiative, has answered many prayers. The financial resources, strategic support, spiritual backing, materials and ideas provided by this initiative [...]
Propel Conference, in its third year, attracted 220 participants and 40 presenters and ministry partners to four days of intensive and practical church growth and evangelism training. Participants ranged from new members to pastors, leadership teams, experienced evangelists and church administrators.This was a highly energized group — active leaders already engaged in their churches. The [...]
Last fall, Medford Adventist Church celebrated a milestone in its ministry with the release of its first praise and worship album, All Voices, Vol. 1. This heartfelt, self-produced album, recorded live during church services, is a gift to the congregation and beyond.The album, featuring more than 25 musicians from the church, reflects the diverse talents [...]
