Story by North American Division Communication / Photo courtesy Mid-America Union
Who We Are, How We Serve
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.
We Believe
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.
The 2025 General Conference (GC) Session app is now available for delegates and attendees to download in preparation for the 62nd GC Session scheduled for July 3–12, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri.
Story by Jerry Woods
For the sixth year, WGTS 91.9 has been named a “Best Christian Workplace” by the Best Christian Workplaces Institute. A select number of businesses are chosen each year based on responses to an employee engagement survey. The survey covers eight drivers of culture, including fantastic teams, life-giving work, outstanding talent, uplifting growth, rewarding compensation, inspirational leadership, sustainable strategy and healthy communication.
"We believe healthy teams create a powerful ministry,” says Kelly Carvalho, WGTS chief administrative officer. “This honor and recognition affirms to us that investing in our people--spiritually, professionally, and relationally--produces a thriving culture."
Story by Adventist HealthCare Staff
Adventist HealthCare's commitment to heart health was more visible than ever earlier this year.
First, a new team member was introduced – Betty Beats! After votes were counted from employees and community members to determine the perfect name, the eye-catching Betty Beats accompanied heart health experts to locations throughout the Adventist HealthCare system talking with patients and visitors. Betty also starred in a social media awareness campaign throughout February.
Story by Lauren Esveld
The air buzzed with anticipation as the girls of Spencerville Adventist Academy (SAA) gathered for a day dedicated to them. This wasn’t just another school event; it was a chance to step away, connect and nurture their faith. This year’s school theme, “Seek First His Kingdom,” became a guiding light for the retreat’s theme, “Jesus is my Lifeline.”