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Area 4 Church Ministry Day: Growing in Mission, Living in Transformation

12 Feb 2026

Area 4 Church Ministry Day: Growing in Mission, Living in Transformation

On Sabbath, 7 February 2026, delegates from churches across Area 4 gathered at Gatwick Holiday Inn for a Church Ministry Day led by Pastor Wilson Lagos. SEC departmental directors led practical workshops on evangelism, stewardship, communication, and leadership. SEC President Pastor Kirk Thomas presented a seminar on Transformational Missional Leadership, and plans were shared for Area 4’s Pentecost 2026 evangelism campaign. The event strengthened unity, equipped leaders, and inspired renewed commitment to mission.

First Baptism at Guernsey Group Marks Milestone for Channel Islands

11 Feb 2026

First Baptism at Guernsey Group Marks Milestone for Channel Islands

On 7 February 2026, the Channel Islands SDA Company – Guernsey Group celebrated its first-ever baptism. Pastor Nathan Stickland officiated, with support from Pastor Laszlo Liebhardt and local elders. The historic event marked a joyful milestone for the growing Adventist presence in the Channel Islands, which began as a house church in 2007.

United to Serve in Love and Obedience

5 Feb 2026

United to Serve in Love and Obedience

Hackney SDA Church began 2026 with a Prayer Day on 3 January, themed “United to Serve in Love and Obedience.” The day featured scripture, group prayer, and a sermon by Elder Irvine A. Lauder encouraging sincere, Spirit-led Christian living.

As We Rejoice, So Do the Angels

5 Feb 2026

As We Rejoice, So Do the Angels

Balham SDA Church celebrated the return of Pastor Michael Salmon, welcomed Ministerial Intern Sindile Mabena, and rejoiced in the baptism of three young women on 31 January 2026. Pastor Kwesi Moore delivered a stirring message on transformation and daily surrender to Christ.

Holocaust Memorial Day 2026: Bridging Generations - A Call to Remember

22 Jan 2026

Holocaust Memorial Day 2026: Bridging Generations - A Call to Remember

As Holocaust Memorial Day approaches on 27 January, this reflection urges us to remember the millions murdered and persecuted under Nazi rule, and to honour that memory by bridging generations, confronting rising antisemitism, and choosing justice, compassion, and truth in our time.

SEC Prayer Ministries 10 Days of Prayer - Unleashed

22 Jan 2026

SEC Prayer Ministries 10 Days of Prayer - Unleashed

From 7–17 January 2026, the South England Conference hosted Unleashed — a powerful 10 Days of Prayer series that brought together thousands of members across Zoom and YouTube. Led by churches from Areas 1 to 8 and featuring inspiring guest speakers including TED President Pastor Daniel Duda and SEC President Dr Kirk Thomas, the programme focused on the Holy Spirit’s power to transform lives.