News reports from Brazil, Jamaica, Mexico, Norway, Vanuatu. Minister Killed in Vanuatu The life of a promising young minister was cut short as he returned home from Sabbath activities on the island of Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, reported the Adventist Record. Lui Yarakei was an intern minister just starting his second year out of Fulton Adventist […]
Date for casting ballots changed to a Saturday, which could prevent Adventists from voting in Manipur. Church leaders calling on political authorities to change the date, or revert back to its original date, which was not on a Saturday. Politically, Christians favor the opposing Indian National Congress over the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party led by […]
11-year-old started Race to Kindness initiative after winning a speech contest when he was 9. Orion Jean has completed toy, food, and book drives for hundreds of thousands of people. Jean is a member of the Dallas City Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church in Texas, U.S. 22 February 2022 | “Kindness is a virtue we can […]
School had never made it this far in postseason play before, was their first chance at a regional final. State Athletic Association refused to swap their game time with another semifinal match scheduled after sundown. Oakwood still went to semifinal tournament to cheer other teams on. 22 February 2022 | The Mustangs, the basketball team […]
News reports from Australia, Jamaica, the Philippines, the United States. In the Limelight The King’s Kids, an Australian-produced children’s show that has brought the story of Jesus into the homes of thousands of families around the world, will celebrate the premier of its 100th episode on Feb. 18, 2022, from 7 p.m. AEST at https://discover.hopechannel.com/thekingskids. […]
Ari Bates, a religious studies major at Southern Adventist University, said the school is drafting a policy that would endanger the LGBTQ+ community. Bates said she was told that if she did not comply with the policy, it could lead to disciplinary action. A statement released by Southern said the school “welcomes all students who […]
NEC’s first online church, Living Manna, will still have church elections, give tithe and offerings. Living Manna will also operate seven days a week through varied online programming addressing daily living, finances, mental health, and more. “I don’t think [Living Manna] will be poaching members from our brick-and-mortar churches,” said Nicardo Delahaye, NEC associate secretary. […]
Facebook post by “It Is Written Canada” that seemingly supported controversial Freedom Convoy said, “When governments, no matter their intention, step on our fundamental rights such as freedom of conscience, they step on the very essence of who we are.” Post included the hashtags “#freedomconvoy2022” and “#standtogether.” Several media outlets have reported on incidences of […]
Was the son of God also the divine Bachelor? Was Mary Magdalene the wife of Jesus? These questions and more tackled by Matthew Korpman in a new Valentine’s edition of Bible Scholar Reacts, a YouTube series proudly sponsored by Adventist Today. To comment, click here.
Two Adventist teachers witnessed firsthand the tsunami waves that damaged the Tonga Mission compound. They locked arms and waded through them to escape the rising waters. Erupting volcano was so loud it hurt their ears and blocked them. The two ran in darkness until heavy ash started to fall. They found shelter in a commercial […]
News reports from Germany, Southern Adventist University, Southwestern Adventist University, Trans Pacific Union Mission, United States. One for the History Books Eric Anderson, Ph.D., will be the presenter for the first Benjamin McArthur Endowed Lecture at Southern Adventist University. All are invited to the free talk on Feb. 17, 2022, at 7 p.m. ET in […]
