News Briefs for May 23, 2024
23 May 2024 |
ADRA Mobilizes to Help Victims of Brazil’s Recent Floods
Brazil declared a state of emergency on May 2, due to devastating floods in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. ADRA has been providing aid through laundry services, meal distribution, clean drinking water, and more. More information at ADRA’s website.
Adventist Institutions Featured in Newsweek‘s List of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals
Fifteen Adventist hospitals were featured in Newsweek‘s list, including Loma Linda University’s Children’s Unit, Kettering Health, and hospitals administered by both AdventHealth and Adventist Health. List found on Newsweek’s website.
Jamaica Union Prioritizes Disability Community Through Possibility Ministries
“’This year, we are partnering with Andrews Memorial Hospital to give out another 150 wheelchairs totaling over nine million Jamaican dollars [about US$57,000],’ says Pastor Adrian Cotterell, Possibility Ministries director in Jamaica. The ministry has also distributed dozens of walkers, crutches, canes, computers, and gift vouchers every year.” Full story at the Inter-American Division’s website.
South American Division Focuses on Children’s Mental and Emotional Health
“‘From now on, they will learn how to treat a child with deep sadness, who is suffering bullying, harassment, and does not understand or know how to deal with it….We help parents to have more experience to better understand the child,’ said Pastor Udolcy Zukowski, South American Adventurers director.” Full story at South American Division website.
Adventist Information Ministry Extends to Walla Walla University
“The office at Walla Walla will operate as an extension of the main office, and [both offices will] work as a unified contact center so callers can reach an agent based in Michigan or Washington.” More information at NAD News website.
