11 Sep 2026, 12:42Pastor Kwesi Moore, SEC PresidentWatford, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Serving Above and Beyond
Pastoral Letter, 11 September 2026
Dear Church Family,
As we navigate this season of ministry across our conference, our administration remains deeply committed to seeking divinely-led progress that reflects God’s hand at work in our districts. When we look at the strategic goals before us, human resources can sometimes feel small and local challenges may feel heavy. But we serve a Creator who operates entirely at the level of the “above and beyond.” We can gain vital encouragement from the rock-solid promise of Ephesians 3:20:
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us,”
In the words of this doxology, we find a powerful truth: God is working internally within us, so we can trust Him and expect Him to do great things.
Think of an iceberg: while the visible tip represents the peaks and heights of our service, it must be supported by hidden values. These foundational values are outlined clearly within our “GO SEC: Inspired for Mission” strategy, and they are vital for our entire organisation because they reflect God’s will and His character. So, as we experience the promise of the “above and beyond” in life and in service, we will be motivated by these deep, Christ-centered values. These values provide tangible evidence that God is at work in our hearts, homes, churches, and streets in a powerful way. Our visible ministry work is like ‘the tip of the iceberg’, but beneath the surface lies the solid foundation of true character. As a church family, I believe it would greatly enhance our missional impact if who we are and everything we do is supported by these 3 sound pillars:
Respect: We must respect ourselves, each other, and our communities in tangible ways. Respect shows up in how we conduct ourselves daily and how we value each other, even when we disagree, choosing always to engage respectfully.
Integrity: This is the capstone of our Christianity. To enter the presence of the Lord, we must have clean hands and pure hearts. The opposite of integrity is hypocrisy, but we are called to be walking, breathing epistles, read by all men. What we say we believe must match exactly what people see.
Compassion: This one word means everything in the Christian faith. Just as Jesus looked at the hungry crowd of thousands who had followed Him for 3 days without food, He was moved with deep compassion to address their immediate physical needs. Our service must always flow from a heart that cares about the hunger and hurts of others.
Living out these values links directly back to a principle of the Kingdom of God- an essential protocol: true greatness is never found in seeking power, status, or promotion. As Christ explicitly commands us in Mark 10:43-44:
“Whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister: and whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.”
Reflecting on this dynamic, Ellen White explains that in our experience of service, God works in ways we ourselves could never orchestrate. Sometimes the Lord places duties, complications or setbacks in our paths that we would not have chosen, or allows us to face disappointments along the way. However, she reminds us that these obstacles are designed as “medicine” for the mind, teaching us something that many of us need for true service: “the sanctification of submission.” Rather than pride which bears no real fruit, she states that these unexpected challenges can also inspire us to new levels of development. A true heart for service brings real contentment. Let us never lose heart. Ultimately, “success will come... and with success will come the greatest joy” if we press through these challenges in a spirit of humility and helpfulness (Review and Herald, 2nd May 1907).
I saw an encouraging example of service this past Sabbath when I was privileged to lead the dedication service of the Bracknell Wokingham Ghana Church Building. The congregation came together in a time of prayer, commitment, thanksgiving and praise, to mark the culmination of the teamwork that allowed them to reach this milestone. Do join me in praying that God will continue to bless this church family. Last Sabbath was also the official launch of ‘One Voice’ 2027. We are now entering a special phase of dedication for every member and church when each of us can focus on commitment and seeking spiritual renewal, with every one of us praying for at least one person whom we would like to join us on our journey to the Kingdom of God.
To encourage us in sustaining this momentum by also continuing to grow in our capacity for service within our Conference, I am pleased to mention that our SEC Deaconry and Eldership Training will be commencing on the 18th of October 2026, with a new cohort. They will be under the leadership of our new Ministerial Secretary, Pastor Wilson Lagos. I hope as many of us as possible who hold these roles in our churches will attend. I also encourage everyone to search for regional events and training initiatives, such as the SEC Counselling Course that is just starting to support and encourage you in developing spiritually and sharpening your abilities for service. You may find details for these courses on the SEC website or listed within the pages of this newsletter.
Let us remain hopeful and faithful, knowing that the One who called us to serve will lead the SEC in ways above all we can think and imagine until the day we reach our heavenly home.
“We will go, we will go
Where God Leads, we will go
We will follow Christ, and spread His love
We will go where our Saviour leads.”
May God bless you all.
Dear Church Family,
As we navigate this season of ministry across our conference, our administration remains deeply committed to seeking divinely-led progress that reflects God’s hand at work in our districts. When we look at the strategic goals before us, human resources can sometimes feel small and local challenges may feel heavy. But we serve a Creator who operates entirely at the level of the “above and beyond.” We can gain vital encouragement from the rock-solid promise of Ephesians 3:20:
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us,”
In the words of this doxology, we find a powerful truth: God is working internally within us, so we can trust Him and expect Him to do great things.
Think of an iceberg: while the visible tip represents the peaks and heights of our service, it must be supported by hidden values. These foundational values are outlined clearly within our “GO SEC: Inspired for Mission” strategy, and they are vital for our entire organisation because they reflect God’s will and His character. So, as we experience the promise of the “above and beyond” in life and in service, we will be motivated by these deep, Christ-centered values. These values provide tangible evidence that God is at work in our hearts, homes, churches, and streets in a powerful way. Our visible ministry work is like ‘the tip of the iceberg’, but beneath the surface lies the solid foundation of true character. As a church family, I believe it would greatly enhance our missional impact if who we are and everything we do is supported by these 3 sound pillars:
Respect: We must respect ourselves, each other, and our communities in tangible ways. Respect shows up in how we conduct ourselves daily and how we value each other, even when we disagree, choosing always to engage respectfully.
Integrity: This is the capstone of our Christianity. To enter the presence of the Lord, we must have clean hands and pure hearts. The opposite of integrity is hypocrisy, but we are called to be walking, breathing epistles, read by all men. What we say we believe must match exactly what people see.
Compassion: This one word means everything in the Christian faith. Just as Jesus looked at the hungry crowd of thousands who had followed Him for 3 days without food, He was moved with deep compassion to address their immediate physical needs. Our service must always flow from a heart that cares about the hunger and hurts of others.
Living out these values links directly back to a principle of the Kingdom of God- an essential protocol: true greatness is never found in seeking power, status, or promotion. As Christ explicitly commands us in Mark 10:43-44:
“Whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister: and whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.”
Reflecting on this dynamic, Ellen White explains that in our experience of service, God works in ways we ourselves could never orchestrate. Sometimes the Lord places duties, complications or setbacks in our paths that we would not have chosen, or allows us to face disappointments along the way. However, she reminds us that these obstacles are designed as “medicine” for the mind, teaching us something that many of us need for true service: “the sanctification of submission.” Rather than pride which bears no real fruit, she states that these unexpected challenges can also inspire us to new levels of development. A true heart for service brings real contentment. Let us never lose heart. Ultimately, “success will come... and with success will come the greatest joy” if we press through these challenges in a spirit of humility and helpfulness (Review and Herald, 2nd May 1907).
I saw an encouraging example of service this past Sabbath when I was privileged to lead the dedication service of the Bracknell Wokingham Ghana Church Building. The congregation came together in a time of prayer, commitment, thanksgiving and praise, to mark the culmination of the teamwork that allowed them to reach this milestone. Do join me in praying that God will continue to bless this church family. Last Sabbath was also the official launch of ‘One Voice’ 2027. We are now entering a special phase of dedication for every member and church when each of us can focus on commitment and seeking spiritual renewal, with every one of us praying for at least one person whom we would like to join us on our journey to the Kingdom of God.
To encourage us in sustaining this momentum by also continuing to grow in our capacity for service within our Conference, I am pleased to mention that our SEC Deaconry and Eldership Training will be commencing on the 18th of October 2026, with a new cohort. They will be under the leadership of our new Ministerial Secretary, Pastor Wilson Lagos. I hope as many of us as possible who hold these roles in our churches will attend. I also encourage everyone to search for regional events and training initiatives, such as the SEC Counselling Course that is just starting to support and encourage you in developing spiritually and sharpening your abilities for service. You may find details for these courses on the SEC website or listed within the pages of this newsletter.
Let us remain hopeful and faithful, knowing that the One who called us to serve will lead the SEC in ways above all we can think and imagine until the day we reach our heavenly home.
“We will go, we will go
Where God Leads, we will go
We will follow Christ, and spread His love
We will go where our Saviour leads.”
May God bless you all.
