Chamber Winds Brazil Tour Gives Opportunity to Connect
(También español) It was oboist Afonso Bittencourt Brito’s first time back in his native Brazil since leaving 18 months earlier to study at La Sierra University. During spring break in March, he toured the South American nation and visited his hometown as a member of a La Sierra University Chamber Winds quintet that gave performances and master classes.
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Reflecting on 10 Years of Crosswalk Ministry: Tim Gillespie Accepts New Role
(También español) Applause and cheers of gratitude erupted in the worship center on the morning of Feb. 1, 2025. The Crosswalk Redlands community and members who are part of its Global Network filled the worship center to standing-room capacity.
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Leading From the Mountain
(También español) President Ralph Trecartin of Pacific Union College (PUC) is quick to put you at ease when you talk with him. His approachable demeanor and deep commitment to the college’s mission make him an engaging and thoughtful leader.
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A Place at the Table
(También español) Grenada!” Dr. Christon Arthur exclaimed with the unmistakable cadence of his home country—a pronunciation that signaled both pride and identity. Born and raised on the small Caribbean island of Grenada, Arthur carries with him the lessons of his upbringing—lessons of faith, hospitality, and an unwavering belief in the power of education.
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Daniel Ortega Brings His Passion for Youth Ministry to Southern California Conference
(También español) Youth ministry has always been part of the DNA of Daniel Ortega’s ministry. As a young person, Ortega found his passion for ministry when his local church empowered him to get involved. “I was a very shy kid,” he shared, “but through the process of them empowering me and giving me opportunities to serve, I just got excited about ministry.”
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SCC Welcomes Wayne Dunbar as New Associate Superintendent
(También español) After 32 years of experience in Adventist education, Wayne Dunbar comes to Southern California Conference (SCC) as associate superintendent.
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Southern Connect - April 2025
Ordinations in the SCC: Andy Zhang, Rolando Rivera and Sergio Caishpal
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The Bricklayers
(También español) The Romans revolutionized construction through their extensive use of bricks, shaping the architectural landscape of the empire. Initially inspired by Greek and Etruscan practices, Roman brickmaking evolved into a highly organized and standardized industry.
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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
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A Conversation with Berit von Pohle
Reflections on a Lifetime in Adventist Education
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Three Angels Through the Day
(También español) Students miss out on much of the beauty of academic subjects such as reading and science when those subjects are taught entirely separately from an understanding of God. This is why I strive to incorporate spiritual themes into my instruction of academic subjects as well as into Bible class.
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The Power of a Teacher’s Influence
(También español) Teaching is about leading by influence. Rabbi, leader, and scholar Jonathan Sacks, in his book Lessons on Leadership, emphasizes the profound role of teachers when he writes, “In the last month of his life, Moses ceased to be the liberator, the miracle-worker, and the redeemer, and became instead Moshe Rabbenu, ‘Moses, our teacher.’”
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Bible Camp Inspires Authentic Worship
(También español) The annual Junior/Senior Bible Conference, hosted by the SECC Office of Education, brought together upperclassmen from academies across the Southeastern California Conference (SECC) and Southern California Conference (SCC) for a weekend of spiritual renewal, fellowship, and inspiration.
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Students Explore Orthopedic Surgery with Hands-On Lab Experience
(También español) Redlands Adventist Academy (RAA) students recently explored orthopedic surgery through an immersive lab led by alumnus Corey Fuller, an orthopedist. Eager to give back, Fuller instructed Anatomy and Physiology students through procedures such as fracture repairs, bone structure analysis, and surgical techniques.
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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
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