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Southern Connect - April 2025

Ordinations in the SCC: Andy Zhang, Rolando Rivera and Sergio Caishpal

James P. Willis II Elected as New Vice President for Education of the Pacific Union Conf.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 23, 2025 - James P. Willis II Elected as New Vice President for Education of the Pacific Union Conference

A Conversation with Berit von Pohle

Reflections on a Lifetime in Adventist Education

SECC Conference Connections - April 2025

Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy’s Annual Mt. High Trip; La Sierra Academy is Preparing Students for Success with AVID and Kids Konnect

Northern Lights - April 2025

Faith and Creativity; A Chorus of Faith; Delta Convocation and Napa Spanish Hosts Community Health Day

Nevada-Utah Views - April 2025

Every Member a Messenger: NUC Leadership Trainings Empower Members for Ministry and The Friendship Factor: Strengthening Marriages at the 2025 NUC Couples Retreat

Ho`ike April 2025

Interns Connect With Students at Week of Prayer and Academy Students Connect With Küpuna

CENTRAL ACTS - April 2025

A Bible Study Brings New Members to Hillcrest Church and A New Chapter Unfolds: Ministerial Retreat Sparks Fresh Vision

Arizona News - April 2025

Thunderbird Academy Hosts Music Festival; Exploring the Heavens: Students Experience the Wonders of Space with STARLAB

James G. Lee Jr. Retires After 48 Years of Ministry

(También español) As with many people who find themselves working in administrative roles in a conference, James G. Lee’s ministry began in the field as a pastor. However, he had no intention of becoming a pastor.

Velino A. Salazar Retires

(También español) I didn’t want to be a pastor.” Growing up as a “pastor’s kid,” watching his father in church administration, Velino A. Salazar wasn’t unaware of what the life of a pastor looked like. He didn’t think it was for him; his sights were set on the medical field.

Southern Connect - February 2025

Oliver Enriquez Is Ordained and Adventurer Leadership Training Emphasizes the Theme “Walk by Faith”

SECC Conference Connections February 2025

Restoration Center’s Annual Toy Drive Brings Joy and Support to Old Town Victorville and The Kindness Jar

Northern Lights - February 2025

Service in the Community; Weimar University Company Becomes a Church; Zach Reiber Installed at Paradise; Commitment to Community Service Leads to Baptisms

Nevada-Utah Views - February 2025

Bread of Life and News Across the Conference From the Education Department

Ho`ike February 2025

Returning to the Bikeathon and Camp Wai‘anae Staff Attend Camp Ministry Convention

CENTRAL ACTS - February 2025

Taking God’s Message to the Olympics and Bringing Christ to the Public Schools in Central California

Arizona News - February 2025

The Wore Out God-Pod and A Ministry of Music

A Century of Grace: Vallejo Drive Church Celebrates 100 Years of Ministry

(También español) One hundred years is a remarkable milestone—whether it marks the health and vitality of a centenarian or the enduring legacy of institutions rooted in tradition and growth. For the Vallejo Drive church, its century-long journey reflects both—a vibrant testament to faith and community and its unique legacy of promoting both spiritual and physical well-being.

Festival of SABBATH Builds Public Awareness

(También español) In response to the public interest generated by the film SABBATH, the Festival of SABBATH is a unique outreach that builds new relationships and awareness of the message of the Sabbath. SABBATH is a full-length documentary film produced by Martin Doblmeier and Journey Films that is currently airing on PBS.

Evacuation Sites Available for Southern California Fires

Evacuation sites Available for Southern California Fires. Volunteers needed!

Fund Set Up in Response to Fires Throughout Southern California

We have not been able to assess the needs we will have in our territory, but we know they will be significant throughout the conference.

Arizona News - December 2024

Adventist Community Services in Arizona serves as a beacon of hope and compassion and has long been a vital force in serving local communities by offering resources, support, and a helping hand.

Southern Connect - December 2024

Health Day at All Nations Church and Community Connection in Thousand Oaks

SECC Conference Connections December 2024

A Year of Gratitude; Nations Festival Raises Funds for Adventist Education and Kids Konnect

Northern Lights - December 2024

Northern California Conference Sets Bold Vision with Nine Strategic Goals by 2027

Nevada-Utah Views - December 2024

Nevada-Utah Conference Educators Nominate Colleagues Who Exemplify Our Core Values

Ho`ike December 2024

Ministry Memories of Jay Warren; Hawaiian Mission Academy Hosts Academy Day and Retirements in the Hawaii Conference

Press Release - December 6, 2024

Northern California Conference Issues Statement After Butte County Press Conference Addressing Adventist School Shooting

Press Release - December 5, 2024

North American Division President Responds to Shooting at Adventist Elementary School in California

CENTRAL ACTS - December 2024

Give to God and He Will Provide; Youth Evangelism Webinars; and Kunde's Experience of Trusting in God’s Perfect Timing

Unstoppable: Antonio Arteaga Turns 100

(También español) On July 14, 2024, Antonio Arteaga, pastor and evangelist, celebrated 100 years of life. His family, friends, and colleagues honored him with a large party in the La Sierra Spanish Church gymnasium, which nearly 200 people attended.

Celebration of Life Recalls Tom Zapara’s Generosity and Commitment

(También español) Tom Zapara died on June 16, 2024, at the age of 100, just one month before his 101st birthday. The Zaparas, both alumni of La Sierra, would have celebrated their 77th wedding anniversary in August.

Creating Opportunities that Lead to Pastoral Ministry

(También español) The Black Ministries Department gives theology and pastoral ministry students an opportunity to cultivate God-given talents by working in a local church for six weeks during summer break.

Jim Brown Retires as President of Western Adventist Foundation

(También español) Founded in 1997 as a Seventh-day Adventist non-profit organization, Western Adventist Foundation (WAF) was brought into existence to assist Adventist entities by expertly managing their trust services and planned giving programs.

Southern Connect - October 2024

Seeing Jesus at the Camporee and Uniting to Serve: How Valley Crossroads Church and Mother’s Nutritional Center Are Transforming Lives in Southern California

SECC Conference Connections October 2024

Ignite: College Students Gather for Worship Experience; Three SECC Women Pastors Receive the Junia Award; Kids Konnect: Preparing for Winter

Northern Lights - October 2024

Transformative Mission Trip and Faithful Service Creates Trust and Abundance

CENTRAL ACTS - October 2024

Security Guard Impacted by Soquel Camp Meeting; An Unusual Prayer Leads to Bible Studies and Baptisms; Giving to God’s Bank in Heaven

Nevada-Utah Views - October 2024

Stories of Navajo Camp Meeting and the International Pathfinder Camporee 2024

The Mission in Mind: Elwyn Platner

(También español) On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, in Walla Walla, Washington, Elwyn Platner took his last earthly breath. Elwyn was well-known as a dedicated communicator for the church.

Remembering Larry Unterseher

(También español) Elder Larry Unterseher, former president of the Nevada-Utah Conference (2008–2014) and beloved small school pastor for the Northern California Conference, passed away suddenly on July 22, 2024, while attending the Redwood Area Camp Meeting near Eureka, California.

Church Provides Land for Life-Changing Affordable Housing in Riverside

(También español) This spring, 80 brand new apartments became available to Riverside, California, residents making 30-60% of the area median income.

SECC Conference Connections August 2024

Pastors Learn the Art of Leadership; San Diego SHIFT Youth Group Mission Trip; The Real Treasure of Friendship.

A Life Well-Lived: Bill Jamerson Passes Away at 100

(También español) Bill Jamerson was 100 years old when he died on March 27, 2024. Born the fifth living child of William and Ivy Jamerson, Bill spent the first 12 years of his life in the small town of Niles, Michigan, just a few miles south of Berrien Springs, before his family moved to Oakland, California.

Northern Lights - August 2024

Orangevale Week of Prayer; Chicken or Egg? Jonas Baca Installed

Pacific Union Churches Use VOP Mental Health Event to Connect With Communities

(También español) Seeking to reach people outside their walls, over 200 Seventh-day Adventist churches across North America, including 25 in the Pacific Union Conference, hosted the short mental health series MindFit this past spring.

First Pacific Union ACF Conference Held in Hawaii

(También español) The Pacific Union hosted its first unionwide Adventist Christian Fellowship (ACF) conference on the picturesque campground of Camp Wai’anae in Wai’anae, Hawaii, in May of 2024.

60 years of Church State Council

(También español) The 1960s were years of flux and upheaval. In a decade marked by controversies and changing direction, the Church State Council was born.

Northern Lights - June 2024

Ed Fargusson Retires After 42 Years; A Service Journey; Bicycling in the Buttes

Southern Connect - June 2024

Delaware Celebrates Four Baptisms and Haven & United Filipino Group: A New District

Nevada-Utah Views - June 2024

A Safe Place for Everyone; Teen Bible Study Group; and NUC's Wednesday Prayer Warriors

Christon Arthur Selected as La Sierra’s Next President

(También español) The La Sierra University Board of Trustees on May 9 unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Christon Arthur to serve as the university’s sixth president.

Ho`ike June 2024

Beginner Sabbath School teachers from across Hawai’i and Children’s Ministries conference leaders from California and Arizona met at Camp Waianae on Sabbath, April 13, for the Alive in Jesus training event.

CENTRAL ACTS - June 2024

Students Lead Week of Prayer; Santa Cruz Church celebrate 130 years; Church foundation In the Dominican Republic

Stellar Seniors and Galactic Graduates

Congratulations to the 2024 graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off.

Arizona NEWS - June, 2024

An interview with Daniel's Lion; Water Outreach; and Maranatha at Yavapines

“One of the Great Ones”: Ivan Blazen Remembered

(También español) Ivan Blazen was known to many as a great scholar of the New Testament, but those who had the privilege of getting to know him intimately knew he was so much more than that.

La Sierra University Announces Next President

Dr. Christon Arthur was selected on May 9 to serve as La Sierra University’s next president.

Southern Connect - April 2024

Glendale Academy Hosts Library Sessions and keeping up with SCC Pathfinders

SECC Conference Connections April 2024

Teachers are Kingdom builders, Study beyond and classroom, a walk in the park And "kids konnect"!

Northern Lights - April 2024

Delta area convocation, Redwood Camp Meeting and Hispanic pastors receive awards

Ho`ike April 2024

Celebrating Adventist Education. A Divine Appointment, Fun Run, Basketball and Convocation.

CENTRAL ACTS - April 2024

"Connecting with Purpose" and multi-church Ministerial Retreat

A Glance Into PUC’s Film Program

(También español) I have been working at PUC for 10 years now. I graduated from PUC’s film program in 2006, with the college’s location and the Visual Arts Department holding a special place in my heart.

La Sierra University Charts Path Toward Growth

(También español) Heading into 2024, La Sierra University is charting an upward trajectory based on enrollment targets, with near-term strategic investments in personnel, increased salaries, scholarships, software upgrades, and athletics initiatives.

In Grandpa’s Shoes is Off and Running

(También español) Oak & Acorn author Raewyn Orlich launched her new book In Grandpa’s Shoes on Jan. 13, 2024.

Herman Loris Kibble: A Retrospective

(También español) Herman Kibble was born to Pastor Harvey W. Kibble Sr. and Thelma L. (Winston) Kibble on July 16, 1931. At age 5, Herman was shot with a loaded handgun that a playmate had mistaken for a toy. Miraculously, he survived.

Patience, Generosity, and Time: The Life of Roger Heinrich

(También español) Roger Heinrich was born in 1933 and raised on a dairy farm in South Dakota, on land his family had acquired after immigrating to the U.S. from Ukraine in the late 1800s.

Adventist Charities Receive Nearly $9M in 2023 Through Charitable Trusts

(También español) In 2023, Western Adventist Foundation (WAF) distributed $8,751,694.51 to Adventist charities. Nearly $4M of that was through charitable gift annuities.

Phil Draper A Song for My Friend

(También español) Phil Draper, retired communication director for Arizona Conference, passed to his rest on Monday, Jan. 1, in Ooltewah, Tennessee. He was 78 years old.

The Walter C. Utt Center: A Place to Think, Examine Evidence, and Seek Truth

(También español) The recently opened center works to carry forward the ideals of a master teacher, embodied by the legacy of its namesake.

One Power, One Purpose, One Mission

(También español) One Power, One Purpose, One Mission: This was the theme of the 2023 PUC Asian Pacific workers’ meeting held in Ontario, California, on Sept. 18-20, 2023.

Southern Connect - December 2023

SCC Hispanic Region Welcomes Juan Osorio and Peter Baptiste Is Ordained

AAW Women of the Year and Champions of Justice Awards 2023

(También español) The Association of Adventist Women celebrated outstanding individuals in various fields during their annual awards banquet on November 4 at La Sierra University church.

SEC Conference Connections - December 2023

Transformed, Pine Springs Ranch and The Perfect Gift.

Northern Lights - December 2023

Cycling Adventure, A Perfect Leoni, Pets and Products Attract, 46th Annual African American Convocation and History teaches.

Remembering Ron Numbers: Mentor, Scholar, Dissenter

(También español) Ronald Numbers, a leading American scholar in the history of religion and science whose 1976 book Prophetess of Health challenged the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s belief in Ellen G. White’s work, died on July 24. He was 81.

Nevada-Utah Views - December 2023

Riverview Academy Fall Festival and NUC membership reaches 11,000.

A Blue Zone Artist Turns 100

(También español) On a sunny September afternoon in Loma Linda, California, Helen Dalgleish was surrounded by friends and family to celebrate her 100th birthday.

Ho`ike December 2023

Leis Women's Ministry Conference and HMA Students attend Leadership Conference

CENTRAL ACTS - December 2023

HIspanic Women's Retreat, Sabbath Keepers Motorcycle Ministry and Youth Basketball Ministry brings neighborhood Hindus to church.

Superheroes and Crisis Management

(También español) From Nov. 5-7, 2023, communication directors and their teams from around the Pacific Union gathered in the newly finished Pacific Union Production (PUP) Center in the Westlake Village headquarters of the Pacific Union.

Southern Connect - October 2023

Andy Villanueva Joins SCC Literature Ministries and Celeste Harrison Is Ordained

Nevada-Utah Views - October 2023

Youth Rush in NUC and New Teachers for 23/24 school year

Richard Osborn selected La Sierra University’s interim president

The La Sierra University Board of Trustees on Wednesday, Oct. 18 selected former higher education administrator and retired accrediting body leader Richard...

Ho` ike October 2023

Waking up to the news that the town of Lahaina was on fire and had mostly burned was devastating. I was in Phoenix, Arizona, at the North American Division Educators’ Convention when I received the news.

Remembering Humberto Rasi: A ‘Mighty Oak’ in Adventist Education

(También español). Humberto Rasi, a Seventh-day Adventist educator and scholar who was General Conference (GC) director of education, died after a long illness on June 28. He was 88.

Reflecting on Fritz Guy, an Adventist Visionary

(También español) Gary Chartier, associate dean of the Zapara School of Business at La Sierra University, describes Fritz Guy as physically small but intellectually giant.

Pierce Street Jazz: Bringing Back an Art Form

(También español) In the summer of 2009, Marvin Payne, then chair of the chemistry department at La Sierra University and summer program coordinator, approached Provost Warren Trenchard with an idea for a music experience for summer students.

“I Am Persuaded” Remembering Fred Kinsey

(También español) After a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, Fred Kinsey passed away on Monday, July 17, in Northern California, a community where he had lived most of his life. He was 71.

Elder Jackson Michael Doggette Sr. Passes to His Rest

(También español) Jackson Michael Doggette Sr. was born on Dec. 11, 1930, in Chase City, Virginia.

Supreme Court Delivers Unanimous Landmark Victory for Postal Carrier

(También español) In a unanimous decision announced on Thursday, June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States granted a victory to former postal carrier Gerald Groff after Groff lost his job for observing the Sunday Sabbath.

Just a Teacher Who Loves His Kids: Teryl Loeffler Retires After 46 Years

(También español) I always knew teaching was what I wanted to do, and it was the impact of my own teachers on my life that influenced me,” explained Teryl Loeffler, associate director of education for the Pacific Union Conference.

The Death of Pastor Fred Kinsey

After a long battle with Parkinson's, Elder Fred Kinsey passed away on Monday, July 17th, in Walnut Creek, where he has lived most of his life.

Pacific Union Selects New Vice President for Youth Ministries, and More, in Spirit-Led Exe

(También español) The Pacific Union Conference Executive Committee gathered for its quarterly meeting on May 18.

Death of Pastor Fred Kinsey

With heavy hearts, we share the news of Pastor Fred Kinsey's passing.

Why Go to Summer Camp?

(También español) While this could still be the sentiment of many who attend youth camp today, this statement was written way back in 1936! Some things just don’t change, and enthusiasm for the summer camp program continues to inspire both campers and staff in 2023.

Influencers: Modern-Day Disciples to Gather at West Coast Youth Conference in August

(También español) Merriam-Webster defines an influencer as “a person who inspires or guides the actions of others,” or “a person who is able to generate interest in something.”

Church State Council Joins Fight for Religious Liberty at U.S. Supreme Court

(También español) Alan Reinach, executive director of the Church State Council, joined the team of First Liberty Institute, Baker Botts, LLP, and Independence Law Center as they brought a case to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of former mail carrier Gerald Groff.

David Trim Talks About His New Book "Hearts of Faith: How We Became Seventh-day Adventists

(También español). David J.B. Trim is the director of the Office of Archives, Statistics, and Research for the General Conference. As a historian, scholar, and educator, Trim brings a rigorous spirit of inquiry to his work and has been a key figure in the resurgence of interest in the history of the Seventh-day Adventist church.