The Columbia Union Conference coordinates the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s work in the Mid-Atlantic United States, where 150,000 members worship in 860 congregations. We provide administrative support to eight conferences; two healthcare networks; 81 early childhood, elementary and secondary schools; a liberal arts university; a health sciences college; a 49 community services centers; 8 camps; 5 book and health food stores and a radio station.
God is love, power, and splendor—and God is a mystery. His ways are far beyond us, but He still reaches out to us. God is infinite yet intimate, three yet one,
all-knowing yet all-forgiving.
Story by Simonique Dietz, IMC Director
Under the leadership of Dr. Alicia Barksdale, director of Washington Adventist University’s (WAU) Music Therapy program, students will soon gain access to a state-of-the-art recording and technology lab made possible through a grant from the Versacare Foundation.
Story by Adventist HealthCare Staff
On Sunday, Sept. 21, more than 500 community members gathered at the Adventist HealthCare Triumph Trek and Health Fair to celebrate individuals who have overcome serious injury or illness – as well as the caregivers, families and friends who have supported them every step of the way.
The event stems from a long-standing legacy of a “walk, wheel or run” that originally focused on raising awareness and support for those with limb loss. The tradition expanded last year to welcome and acknowledge those who have overcome a range of health obstacles with the help of Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation and Home Care Services teams.
Story by Angela Peach
This summer, Vice Principal Ken Knudsen accepted a call to serve as principal of the Hinsdale Adventist Academy (Ill.). To address this new vacancy, Trevor Ross accepted the position of vice principal for junior high and high school.
Ross is no stranger to Spring Valley Academy (SVA), having served as a teacher at SVA for 20 years. During his long tenure, he has taught classes, from biology and environmental science to health and Bible. He’s also been the driving force behind
SVA’s strong participation in four yearly blood drives as coordinator of that initiative.
Story by Lauren Esveld
Spencerville Adventist Academy (SAA) is pleased to announce that Alejandra Chow will transition from her current role as assistant business manager to serve as the new registrar.
Chow has been a valued member of the business office for the past three years. Her commitment to SAA’s mission, meticulous attention to detail and passion for mentoring young people are evident in all she does.
Editorial by Dillon C. Zimmerman
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