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Northern Lights – December 2025
A Journey of Faith, Walking Together in God’s Word By Ken Miller Bible study has a quiet, remarkable power. It opens hearts, brings clarity in confusing moments, and creates a place where people can connect, share struggles, and grow in faith. It’s not just about learning Scripture—it’s about walking alongside someone, offering encouragement, and…
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Nevada-Utah Views – December 2025
Logan Church Burns Mortgage, Ignites Mission By Karen Schneider There’s nothing quite like the joy of burning a mortgage. On Sabbath, Oct. 18, 2025, the Logan church celebrated the complete repayment of its church building loan. The celebration was a heartfelt tribute to God’s provision and the congregation’s commitment to spreading the gospel in the…
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Ho`ike December 2025
Hawaii Pathfinder Camporee I am a Master Guide in training for the Aiea church Pathfinder Club. I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Hawaii Pathfinder Camporee, which took place from Oct. 16-19 at Camp Waianae on the beautiful island of Oahu. It was a weekend full of faith, fellowship, service, and fun—an…
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CENTRAL ACTS – December 2025
“Dare to Lead” CCC Pathfinder Camporee Inspires a New Generation of Young Leaders For several years, the Central California Conference did not hold a conference-wide Camporee due in part to COVID. As the conference emerged from the pandemic, the administration at that time chose to focus on supporting Pathfinder ministry through local and…
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Arizona News – December 2025
AWC and Cave Creek Churches Partner for Pentecost 2025 Outreach BY GREG HOENES The hope is that what has been shared will grow in people’s hearts and minds… When Pastor Bobby McGhee, district pastor of the Adventist Worship Center (AWC) and Cave Creek Churches, learned about the North American Division’s Pentecost 2025 Proclamation Initiative, he…
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Southern Connect – October 2025
Doors and Hearts Are Opened at Youth Rush BY ARAYA MOSS We’re living in a crazy time right now,” Angie, first-time canvasser, said, “but the fact that we’re out there and books are going out, it just shows that people, despite the fear, have a longing…
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SECC Conference Connections – October 2025
LLFC Health Ministries Hosts First 5K Run-Walk for Fun On a bright and breezy Sunday morning, the Loma Linda Filipino Church (LLFC) held its first-ever 5K Run-Walk for Fun—an event filled with energy, encouragement, and movement for all ages. Hundreds of participants from the Inland Empire and surrounding communities gathered at Bryn…
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Northern Lights – October 2025
Summer Camp Meetings Celebrate God’s Work Across Cultures By Laurie Trujillo This summer, NCC’s camp meetings became vibrant gatherings of people from diverse backgrounds, united in worship and growth in Christ. Whether beneath the towering redwoods at the Redwood Camp Meeting, gathered in fellowship at Rio Lindo Academy’s Hispanic Camp Meeting, or lifting voices…
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Nevada-Utah Views – October 2025
ACFI 2025 Meets in Seattle for Campus Ministry By Delberth Castillo From July 29 to August 2, the University of Washington in Seattle became the meeting ground for the Adventist Christian Fellowship Institute (ACFI), an annual event in which young Adventists from across North America and beyond gather to grow spiritually and build community. Nearly…
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Ho`ike October 2025
New Education Staff for Hawaii Conference Nyllah Safotu Mauna Loa Christian School Aloha! My name is Nyllah Safotu, and I was born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawai’i. Growing up as a local, I developed a love for playing sand volleyball, discovering good food, traveling, and experiencing new cultures. As the…
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CENTRAL ACTS – October 2025
Bakersfield Family Finds New Life in Christ Through Pentecost 2025 Series Stitt Family’s Path to Adventist Faith Demonstrates Power of Patient Prayer and Biblical Study A 12-year spiritual journey reached its climax June 28 when Michael Stitt Sr.and Michael Stitt Jr. were baptized at Bakersfield Central Seventh-day Adventist Church. Their transformation from skeptical…
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Arizona News – October 2025
Arizona SonShine Brings Healing and Hope BY JEFF ROGERS On September 4-5, Arizona Sonshine brought hope and healing to the community of Willcox, Arizona, through a free healthcare clinic that served more than 160 patients in a town of just 3,000 people. With 125 dedicated volunteers, the event offered a wide range of services…
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Southern Connect – August 2025
El Shaddai Celebrates 30 Years of Ministry BY ARAYA MOSS In February 1995, a small group from the Central Spanish church decided to step out in faith to form a new church community with a vision to bring the gospel to Central Los Angeles. Carlos Ramirez, who pastored the Central Spanish church at the…
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Northern Lights – August 2025
May Retreats Reignite Mission and Community Across the Northern California Conference By the Communication Department The month of May brought a renewed sense of purpose, spiritual vitality, and community connection to the Northern California Conference (NCC) as three distinct groups—Adventist Community Services (ACS), Hispanic Men’s Ministries, and Oakland Market Street church—held retreats at Leoni Meadows.…
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Ho`ike August 2025
Celebrating a Life Well Lived by Erik VanDenburgh, President Graduation season is a time of celebration. Across our Hawaii Conference, students are stepping across stages, receiving diplomas, and moving into the next chapter of their lives. These are joyful moments—full of smiles, lei, and the happy tears of family and friends. And yet, for…
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SECC Conference Connections – August 2025
The Power of Prayer in Education When Jacob Magin first stepped onto the campus of Oceanside Adventist Elementary (OAE) as a second grader, he had no idea what to expect. Coming straight from public school, he was met with unfamiliar traditions, such as group prayer and chapel services. Now, having just graduated from…
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Nevada-Utah Views – August 2025
Faith, Film and the Power of Creative Ministry By Neat Randriamialison On Saturday, June 7, Riverview church in Reno, Nevada, hosted a special screening of For His Name’s Sake, a feature film by director Kevin Cameron. The event, sponsored by the Nevada-Utah Conference in collaboration with the Regional Ministries Department, brought together church members who…
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CENTRAL ACTS – August 2025
Oakhurst Church Members’ Prayer Booth Ministry Spreads Hope in Coarsegold Bear Campbell, an Oakhurst church member, never imagined that a simple prayer for guidance would transform him into a beacon of hope for strangers from around the world. Two years ago, Campbell faced a spiritual crossroads. After a 20-year hiatus from church, COVID-19…
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Arizona News – August 2025
Honoring Ministry Leaders at Arizona Conference Camp Meeting BY JEFF ROGERS Their servant leadership and faithful ministry have inspired and equipped disciples… During this year’s Arizona Conference Camp Meeting, held June 6–14 at Camp Yavapines, two exceptional leaders were celebrated for their dedicated service and impact on the conference’s mission. Villamor Meriales, Assistant to…
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Southern Connect – June 2025
2025 GLAR Convocation Inspires BY ARAYA MOSS PHOTOS: VINH PHAM The annual Greater Los Angeles Region (GLAR) Convocation convened at White Memorial church for a weekend of worship, fellowship, and faith under the theme “Next Step: Moving by Faith.” Friday night, singer-songwriter Nic Miller led praise and worship, and MyRon Edmonds, pastor and…
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