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Story by Adventist News Network

On July 9, 2025, during the 62nd General Conference (GC) Session in St. Louis, Missouri, delegates elected associate directors to serve in various departments of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for the 2025–2030 quinquennium.

Working under their respective department directors, these associate leaders help develop global strategies, implement key initiatives, and provide field-level support across the church’s core areas of ministry—including education, health, youth, stewardship, Sabbath School, family ministries, and more.

The elected associate directors are:

Cedars of Lebanon Youth Plant Garden, Allegheny East Conference, Garden of Hope, Doris Johnson

Story by LaTasha Hewitt

The young people of the Cedars of Lebanon church in Chesapeake, Va., recently put their faith into action through a vibrant community garden. As grocery prices rise and food insecurity becomes an increasing concern for many families, the youth have responded with a practical solution, rooted in biblical principles of stewardship and service.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church presents the Cara Spencer, mayor of St. Louis, a check for $100,000. Photo by Seth Shaffer/AME (CC BY 4.0)

Story by Angelica Sanchez, Adventist News Network

During a special segment of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s 62nd General Conference Session on July 7, Erton Köhler, president of the General Conference, welcomed St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer to address delegates gathered in the Dome at America’s Center.