13 Feb 2020, 11:02Stanborough Press

Messenger Vol 125 Issue 3

I cannot begin to tell you how much David Bell and I enjoy creating Messenger covers, intentionally designed to ‘awaken interest’.

This week’s cover, on location, subtle perhaps, but helped nonetheless by a major world leader. With perfect timing, I feel his words were almost heaven sent – to be challenged! The editorial explains all.

But there’s more:

Paul Tompkins challenges us to ‘bring someone we know to the Saviour’. Sharon Platt-McDonald shows how gratitude helps well-being. Jennie Hall tells the story of Plymouth’s mission to Cape Town. John Surridge and Steve Okelo provide wisdom on ‘How to buy a church’. Clapton members study Daniel and Revelation for fifty-eight hours over 34 weeks. Llew Edwards shares five essential ingredients to help understand how Jesus defined love.

And a new column imagines sharing ‘Adventist Essentials’ with a friend over a cuppa.

David

Additional updates

Over 500 Gather for SEC Children’s Day of Fellowship on Easter Sabbath

1 May 2025

Over 500 Gather for SEC Children’s Day of Fellowship on Easter Sabbath

More than 500 parents and children gathered on Easter Sabbath, 19 April 2025, for a special children’s celebration focused on the resurrection of Christ. Pastor Nicole Gooden’s creative sermon highlighted God’s power to turn disappointment into joy. The day featured music, drama, guest speakers from Newbold College and the BUC, and a joyful concert, uniting families in worship and reflection.