23 May 2025

Celebrating Our Heritage, Honouring Our God

On Sabbath 10th May 2025, Bury St Edmunds SDA Church marked African World Heritage Day under the theme “Celebrating Our Heritage, Honouring Our God.” The day featured a powerful sermon by Sister Vivian Jere, vibrant worship, traditional African dishes, and cultural presentations highlighting Adventism across Africa. Organised by the Nurture Department, the event celebrated unity, faith, and the richness of African heritage within the global church family.

14 May 2025

Teen Leaders at St Albans Church Hosts Multi-Industry Careers Fair

On Sunday, St Albans Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted a vibrant, teen-led Careers Fair attended by young people from across Hertfordshire and beyond. Featuring over 20 professionals—including surgeons, engineers, stylists, accountants, and the local fire department—the event offered interactive demonstrations and motivational talks to help teens explore diverse career paths. Supported by church leadership and over 55 volunteers, the fair encouraged youth to dream big and plan with purpose. A concurrent bake sale by the Children’s Department raised funds for a summer music video project, making the day a successful, community-wide initiative.

8 May 2025

My Media, My Evangelism’: Communications Day Empowers Southeast London Church for Digital Witness

On Sabbath, 26th April 2025, Southeast London Community Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted a Communications Day themed “My Media, My Evangelism and the Church,” featuring guest speaker Dr. Sorin Petrof, SEC Media and Communications Director. Dr. Petrof delivered an inspiring sermon on dreaming big, using the story of Joseph, and later led an interactive digital evangelism workshop offering practical tools for effective online ministry. The event reignited enthusiasm for communication ministry and equipped members to share the gospel powerfully in the digital space.

7 May 2025

Northolt SDA Church Hosts Free Health Checks for Local Community in Perivale

On Sabbath, 19th March 2025, Northolt Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted its annual Community Health Programme at Hope Community Church in Perivale, offering free health checks and lifestyle advice. With support from the Southall Drum Corps and health professionals, over 20 attendees received screenings and guidance, and heard an engaging diabetes lecture from Sis Gloria Simon. The event, which also featured goody bags and educational resources, was well received by the community, with many expressing eagerness for the next programme.

7 May 2025

If Jesus Came in Modern Times: Barnet SDA Church Presents Contemporary Easter Drama

On Sabbath 19 March, Barnet Seventh-day Adventist Church presented If Jesus Came in Modern Times, an Easter production by Sister L. Imbrah that reimagined Christ’s story in a contemporary setting. With community-wide attendance, the play featured courtroom scenes, live audience interaction, and modern media twists like BBC (Bethlehem Broadcasting Corporation) coverage. Despite challenges including last-minute casting and rehearsal changes, the Children and Youth Department powerfully shared the true message of Easter—Christ’s sacrifice and salvation—through creative drama.

6 May 2025

Bringing Light to Autism Awareness: A Sabbath of Unity and Compassion

On Sabbath 5 April, Bury St Edmunds Seventh-day Adventist Church marked World Autism Awareness with a moving service themed “Bringing Light to Autism Awareness.” Led by the Nurture Department, the congregation wore blue to show support, highlighting the importance of inclusion and understanding for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Rooted in Psalm 139:14 and 1 Corinthians 12:22, the message called for churches to reflect Christ’s love by creating welcoming spaces for the neurodivergent and embracing all as “fearfully and wonderfully made.”

6 May 2025

Stanborough Primary School Wins the Prestigious Michael O'Mara Award at the Global Canvas 2025

Stanborough Primary School has won the prestigious Michael O’Mara Award at the 2025 Global Canvas Art Competition by the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. Their winning project, Wildlife Through Our Eyes – The World is in Your Hands, celebrated the theme of coexistence between humans and wildlife, highlighting students’ creativity and faith-based appreciation for God’s creation.

6 May 2025

SEC Churches in Taunton District Renew Commitment to Stewardship During Director Visit

Pastor Alex Mareniuc, Stewardship Director of the South England Conference, visited the Taunton District—preaching in Yeovil on 26 March and Taunton on 5 May 2025—to encourage faithful stewardship as central to the Church’s mission. Emphasising that stewardship involves time, talents, and resources, not just finances, Pastor Alex challenged members, including the youth, to take ownership of their calling. His visit left congregations spiritually uplifted and inspired to serve God with renewed commitment.

1 May 2025

Stanborough Park SDA Church Hosts Forgiveness Project Exhibition Over Easter