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Giants of Joy

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Editorial by Terry Forde

“If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” – Sir Isaac Newton

Have you ever seen a giant? I remember once watching a doctor who squatted down so that she could be at eye level with a young patient – there was lots of nodding and hand motions and then suddenly a jubilant fist- bump! Whatever the discussion, they now understood each other and celebrated their trust. The conversation was transformed by a provider who was giant in creating connection to find joy.

Watch Videos of the Columbia Union Evangelism Workshop

February 25-28, 2024, pastors from around the Columbia Union Conference gathered for an evangelism workshop. Watch the livestream of the main session speakers on YouTube or Facebook.

Sunday evening starting at 7:10 p.m.
Monday at 8:25 a.m.
Monday at 7:05 p.m.
Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday at 7:05 p.m.

Plenary Speakers Include

Campus Ministries: The Heartbeat of Campus Life

Story by Angela Peach

This school year, there is a lot happening at Spring Valley Academy (SVA). From classes during the day to an active Music Department and after-school activities such as sports and LEGO® robotics, it’s easy to stay busy as an SVA student. But the most important thing that is going on at SVA is also the heartbeat of the school: the Campus Ministries Department, led by Chaplain Joel Greve and Assistant Chaplain Nicolas Chaij.

New employees this year, both Greve and Chaij are very familiar with SVA. Greve served as an associate pastor at the Centerville church (Ohio), interfacing frequently with SVA students and ministering to their families, and Chaij is a Class of 2015 alumnus.

God Wants Me at Shenandoah Valley Academy

Story by Samuel Girven ('25)

A growing crowd milled around me, exchanging greetings and hugs—signs of friend groups reuniting. I sat alone in the lobby of Twomley Hall at Shenandoah Valley Academy (SVA). It was handshake day, and I was a new student.

Several days earlier, I moved from my native Michigan, met by the heat and humidity of Virginia, to attend SVA. It was an abrupt change from how I had envisioned my last two years of high school.

No Need to Fear

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Editorial by Charles A. Tapp

When someone reaches the age of 100, we refer to them as a centenarian, and we celebrate this tremendous milestone with much fanfare. This year, the Potomac Conference will turn 100. And as a conference, we, too, will take the opportunity to celebrate. But our celebration will take on a little different tone than merely observing that we reached this important landmark in our journey as a conference.

Japan’s Noto Earthquake: ADRA Mobilizes Urgent Relief and Recovery Efforts to Aid Japanese Communities

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Story by ADRA Staff

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) continues to respond to the devastating earthquake that struck the Noto Peninsula in Japan on New Year’s Day.  ADRA is actively engaged in providing crucial assistance to the affected communities.

The earthquake, measuring 7.6 magnitude, claimed more than 230 lives leaving a trail of destruction, impacting hundreds of communities, and causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure. With more than 44,000 homes affected and thousands of people still living in evacuation centers and dire conditions, the situation remains dire, requiring urgent humanitarian intervention.

Women Valued, Refreshed at Ministries Retreat

Women Valued, Refreshed at Ministries Retreat, New Jersey Conference, Juliana Marson, "Restoring Hope",

Story by Stephen Lee

More than 380 women recently gathered for the New Jersey Conference (NJC) Women’s Ministries retreat, themed “Restoring Hope.”

Juliana Marson, conference Women’s Ministries director, says, “We wanted to remind women that God sees them, He values them and God is able to heal them. Through shared testimonies, the women were encouraged to rest in God and His provision to overcome challenges. It was an opportunity for women from across the state—both English and Spanish speakers—to be refreshed, restored and refocused.

Christian Record Services for the Blind Marks 125 Years of Transformative Service

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Story by Christian Record Services Staff

In the heart of compassion and dedication, Christian Record Services (CRS) stands tall as it celebrates an incredible milestone—125 years of unwavering commitment to serving individuals worldwide who are blind and visually impaired. Since its inception in 1899, CRS has been a beacon of hope, breaking down barriers and providing life-changing services to individuals facing vision challenges. 

Reaching Worldwide With Worship Music

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Story by WGTS Staff

A year ago, AllWorship.com became a part of WGTS 91.9 – Atlantic Gateway Communications. AllWorship.com features five streams of music: contemporary praise, instrumental worship, Spanish language worship, traditional praise, and Christmas worship. “For almost two decades, it has provided worship music to the global community,” says President and CEO Kevin Krueger. “We are humbled and grateful for this opportunity to share the good news of Jesus by growing this avenue of worship music. It allows us to minister globally to a variety of music tastes.”

Jonathan Duffy Retires From Kettering Health

Story by Kettering Health Staff

The Kettering Health family congratulates Jonathan Duffy, former executive director of Mission and Ministry, on his retirement at the end of 2023. Since joining Kettering Health in 2020, Duffy helped advance the system’s mission outreach and spiritual care functions by developing strong community relationships, leading our chaplains across the system, and advancing outreach to underserved communities.