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SEC Communication & Media Training Empowers Churches for Digital Evangelism

6 Feb 2025

SEC Communication & Media Training Empowers Churches for Digital Evangelism

The SEC Communication and Media Training Day, held at Balham SDA Church on 2nd February 2025, equipped over 100 attendees with essential skills to enhance church media and outreach. BBC Radio Newsreader Neil Nunes led an engaging session on integrative media evangelism, while Newbold College Vice Principal, Pastor Dan Serb, shared insights on effective media use through a case study. Kristiyan Panayotov introduced the new Adventist website platform, and SEC Communication & Media Director, Dr. Sorin Petrof, launched the updated Communication and Media Guide. The event concluded with a dynamic Q&A, providing valuable strategies for impactful church communication.

Bournemouth SDA Church Holds First Service in Newly Purchased Sanctuary

6 Feb 2025

Bournemouth SDA Church Holds First Service in Newly Purchased Sanctuary

Bournemouth Seventh-day Adventist Church celebrated its first Sabbath service in a newly purchased 160+ seat sanctuary on 1 February 2025. The milestone occasion also marked the introduction of newly appointed pastor, Steven Hulbert, who succeeds Pastor Laszlo Liebhardt, now SEC Director for Church Growth & Adventist Mission. Among the attendees were the church’s oldest couple, Charles and Daphne Richards, making the moment even more special. The new building concludes a decade-long search for a larger worship space, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the congregation.

TED President Dr. Daniel Duda Inspires Tottenham Lighthouse Church with Vision and Faith

6 Feb 2025

TED President Dr. Daniel Duda Inspires Tottenham Lighthouse Church with Vision and Faith

Dr. Daniel Duda, President of the Trans-European Division of Seventh-day Adventists, visited Tottenham Lighthouse Church on 25 January 2025, delivering a powerful sermon on vision, courage, and transformation through Christ. His inspiring message encouraged the congregation to pursue their God-given mission despite obstacles. Resident Pastor Dr. Jude Jeanville highlighted the relevance of the sermon to the church’s journey of faith and growth. Dr. Duda also recognised the impactful community work of the Tottenham Lighthouse Food Hub. His visit was a blessing, leaving a lasting impact on all in attendance.

Slough Ghana: A Church Chosen for Mission

5 Feb 2025

Slough Ghana: A Church Chosen for Mission

Slough Ghana SDA Church welcomed Pastor Kwadwo Kwarteng-Ampofo, SEC Personal Ministries Director, on Sabbath, 2nd February 2025, for a day of inspiration and strategic vision. His sermon, Chosen for Mission, highlighted the church’s divine calling to evangelism, while his afternoon presentation, Let’s GROW Slough Church Together, introduced the GROW method to strengthen outreach and discipleship. Encouraging members to shift from a maintenance mindset to an active mission-driven approach, Pastor Kwarteng-Ampofo urged the congregation to embrace evangelism as a way of life.

London Ghana SDA Church Holds Powerful Conflict Resolution Seminar

4 Feb 2025

London Ghana SDA Church Holds Powerful Conflict Resolution Seminar

On 1 February 2025, London Ghana Seventh-day Adventist Church concluded a week-long Conflict Resolution series, led by Senior Pastor George Boakye Asiamah and intern Bright Agyeman Baah. Agyeman Baah’s powerful Sabbath message emphasised peacemaking as a defining trait of true Christians, urging attendees to foster reconciliation in their homes, churches, and communities. The seminars provided practical, biblically grounded strategies, reinforcing that peacemaking is not just a virtue but a divine calling.

Tottenham Lighthouse Church Celebrates 102nd Birthday of Beloved Member

30 Jan 2025

Tottenham Lighthouse Church Celebrates 102nd Birthday of Beloved Member

On 28 January 2025, Tottenham Lighthouse Seventh-day Adventist Church members celebrated the 102nd birthday of Sister Gwendoline Mallette. Surrounded by love, laughter, and faith, she welcomed church leaders and reflected on God’s blessings in her life. Still sharp and full of gratitude, she looks forward to warmer days and reuniting with her church family in person.

Possibility Ministries Day Inspires Change at Holloway SDA Church

23 Jan 2025

Possibility Ministries Day Inspires Change at Holloway SDA Church

Portsmouth Seventh-day Adventist Church held its first baptismal service of 2025 on Sabbath, January 18th, coinciding with the conclusion of the 10 Days of Prayer. Five individuals, including two Pathfinders, publicly committed to Christ, marking a significant spiritual milestone. The service featured uplifting music, a powerful sermon by Pastor Dr. Elliott Williams, and heartfelt testimonies from the candidates. The church family celebrates this transformative moment and welcomes its newest members with joy and prayerful support.