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12 Nov 2025
London Romanian District’s Reflecting Hope Campaign Leads to 15 Commitments for Baptism
From 1–8 November, the Romanian District in London united for the Reflecting Hope Evangelistic Campaign themed “The Great Escape,” with Pastor Lucian Cristescu as main speaker. Hosted across five churches, the event drew 150–200 nightly attendees, including up to 70 non-Adventist guests. The campaign culminated in a joyful Sabbath celebration and 15 individuals committing to begin Bible studies in preparation for baptism.
6 Nov 2025
Empowered by the Holy Spirit: I Will Go!
Over 100 people attended the fourth Willesden and Holloway SDA Churches Prayer Retreat from 31 October to 2 November 2025 in Milton Keynes, themed Empowered by the Holy Spirit: I Will Go! The weekend featured spirit-filled messages, prayer support, counselling, youth worship, and testimonies of mission impact and personal growth.
6 Nov 2025
A Mother’s Joy: Hackney Church Rejoices in the Baptism of Regular Attendee
On 1 November, Hackney Seventh-day Adventist Church celebrated the baptism of Brother Dave Miller, a long-awaited answer to prayer and a powerful testimony of God’s grace and a mother’s unwavering faith.
5 Nov 2025
London Hispanic Adventists Celebrate 20 Baptised Following ‘Limitless’ Campaign
Hope Week: Limitless united London’s Hispanic Adventist churches from 25 October to 1 November 2025, culminating in the largest baptismal celebration in over 40 years. Twenty individuals were baptised, with 10 more preparing for December, marking a powerful revival and a new chapter for Hispanic evangelism in the city.
5 Nov 2025
Southampton Church Bids Farewell to 130-Year-Old Church Building
On 4 October 2025, Southampton Seventh-day Adventist Church held a heartfelt farewell service to its historic building, reflecting on over a century of worship, growth, and community impact. With the church now outgrowing the space, the move marks a new chapter for the UK’s first organised Adventist congregation. Past and present leaders, including Pastor Nathan Stickland, joined members to honour the legacy and look forward with hope.
4 Nov 2025
Deputy Lieutenant Honour for Enoch Kanagaraj, One Vision Founder and Member of Stanborough Park SDA Church
Enoch Kanagaraj, a member of Stanborough Park Seventh-day Adventist Church and Founder of One Vision, has been appointed Deputy Lieutenant for Hertfordshire by King Charles III, recognising his outstanding service to faith and community. Through his leadership, Enoch has united diverse groups to promote health, compassion, and interfaith harmony, seeing the role as an extension of his ministry to serve others.
30 Oct 2025
Envision International Young Adults Conference 2025
The Envision (NVZN) International Young Adults Conference 2025 gathered young adults from the UK and Europe for a weekend of worship, reflection and connection around the theme “Contentment.” With insightful teaching from Dr Wesley and Elder Stephanie Knight, interactive breakout sessions and nature-based reflection, the event encouraged delegates to trust God’s timing and live anchored in His peace.