News Briefs for June 13, 2024
13 June 2024 |
“Adopt a Family” Project Helps Brazilians Affected by Recent Flooding
“Individuals across Brazil and beyond are coming together to support those in need. This initiative, accessible through a straightforward online process, invites contributions from anyone, anywhere, with an internet connection. To participate, donors can visit the project website: sos.asr.org.br.”
Adventist Hospital Receives $1 Million Donation for New Construction
“Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, the flagship hospital of Montgomery County’s largest and longest-serving healthcare system, has received a $1 million gift from the Lee Family of Potomac. This substantial contribution will support completion of a six-story patient tower under construction at the hospital.” Full story at the Adventist Healthcare website.
Andrews University Creates New Partnership for Theology Students
“In the 2024–2025 school year, undergraduate theology students will have the opportunity to partake in 15 shared credits of upper-division classes that will count toward both their undergraduate degree and a subsequent MDiv degree. Through increased overlap and simplicity, both degree programs hope to increase efficiency for students.” More information at the NAD News website.
Young People in Brazil Make a Statement for World Peace
“Almost 20,000 Seventh-day Adventist young people walked a major street in Brasilia, Brazil, to make a statement for peace and friendship among nations. The activity was part of the last day of the 2024 Maranata South American Division youth convention on June 1.” Full story at the Adventist Review website.
ADRA Gears Up for World Refugee Sabbath on June 15th
“As the world prepares to observe World Refugee Day on June 20 and World Refugee Sabbath on June 15, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) reaffirms its commitment to bringing attention to the challenges faced by millions of families, women, and children forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, violence, and climate change.” More information at ADRA’s website.
