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Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington Celebrates 35th Anniversary, Appeals to Leaders

Montgomery County Council members Mark Elrich (left) and George Leventhal (right) present a proclamation of congratulations for ACSGW’s 35 years of service to Ken Flemmer, executive director.

Story by Alicia Tucker

Representatives from the Montgomery County Council of Maryland honored Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington (ACSGW) last week for their 35 years ofministry to the community.

Outstanding Washington Adventist University Musicians Make Their Mark

Jidong Zhong, third from left, at the Music Teachers National Association Young Artist Piano Competition.

Story by WAU Staff

It’s been a big year for Washington Adventist University (WAU) graduate Jidong Zhong.

Growth Spurt: How Demographic Shifts Are Impacting How We Minister

Members from Chesapeake Conference’s Atholton church—Sarah and Anna Singalla, Janet Keng Asare, Pastor Shawn Paris, Jasmin Elliott and Jair Parada—were photographed by Brian Patrick Tagalog in Columbia, Md.

Story by Edwin Manuel Garcia/ Images by Brian Tagalog, Kristi Rutt, Marving Alegria, Goodness Mcfiberesima and Tracey Brown

ADRA and Sligo Church Host First Refugee Awareness Event

Imad Madanat, vice president of program for ADRA International, State assemblywoman Jheanelle Wilkins, Takoma Park mayor Kate Stewart, program coordinator and ADRA’s emergency response program manager Elizabeth Tomenko, and James Standish, community representative.

Story by Kimi-Roux James

Takoma Academy Alum's Book Provides Hope to Mothers of Preemies

Story by Ron Milles

Ken Wilson, former Biology teacher at Takoma Academy (TA), probably had no idea that his classes would help inspire Launice Melbourne, M.D.—then a student in one of his classes—to become a doctor. Melbourne (’99) credits her love for science to having outstanding teachers such as “Mr. Wilson.”