Ghana: Adventist University Graduates Class, Gains Own 'Diploma' From Ghana's President
On the day Valley View University handed out diplomas to its 2006 graduating class of 149 students, the Seventh-day Adventist-owned tertiary institution in Accra, Ghana, received a "diploma" of its own: a "charter certificate" from Ghana's government that
Brazil: More than 2,000 Pathfinders Participate in Online São Paulo Camporee
"I like to go camping, sleeping in a tent, participating in activities with my friends," said Brenda Raíssa, a 13-year-old member of the Órion Pathfinders Club describing a typical Pathfinder camporee experience. Recently though instead of packing up the
United States: Korean Congregation's Office Vandalized; Police Investigate Hate Crime
Words of hatred greeted Pastor Sung Ho Jang on the morning of May 26. "God Hates Asians" were some of the words dabbed in ink on the carpet of the Orlando Central Korean Seventh-day Adventist Church, along with an obscene ethnic slur.
United States: Adventist Experts Weigh in On Obesity Epidemic
America is fat, and getting fatter. Approximately 127 million adults in the U.S. are overweight, 60 million obese and 9 million severely obese, according to the American Obesity Association (AOA). Why?
Malaysia: Church Leaders Learn the Language of the Internet
The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Southeast Asia and Indonesia is looking at new ways to expand its Internet presence. A May 22 to 23 Internet evangelism training seminar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, brought in 44 delegates from Cambodia, Thailand, Singap
Indonesia: ADRA Responds to Java Earthquake
Continuing its initial response to aid victims of the deadly 6.3 magnitude earthquake that struck Indonesia over the weekend, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is targeting its relief efforts in the hardest-hit region of Bantul, Yogyakart
Jamaica: Adventist Store Brings Hope to Town Plagued by Crime
When opening a business, choosing the right location is critical, and most business owners would not choose a locale known for violence. But while increasing violence and criminal activity in Spanish Town, Jamaica are forcing many businesses to flee, the
Latvia: Holocaust Survivor, Hid by Adventist Sisters, Has 53-Year Ministry
During the Nazi occupation of Riga, Latvia, in 1941, those Jews who had not been taken prisoner were kept in a ghetto. The eyes of the Gestapo--the Nazi's secret police--were especially trained on those believed to be part of the underground resistance.
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World Church: New 'Hope for Big Cities' Target Selected, Must Remain Secret
A city with approximately 14 million residents--but a very small Seventh-day Adventist presence--is the new target for the world church's "Hope for Big Cities" outreach, says Michael L. Ryan, a general vice president of the world church who was recently i
Uzbekistan: Government Reportedly Closes Samarqand Adventist Church
The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Samarqand (also known as Samarkand) has been closed by the Uzbekistan government, external media reports indicate.
Russia: Arson Attack Damages Taganrog Adventist Church
A suspicious fire on April 28 caused heavy damage to the Number 1 Seventh-day Adventist Church in the city of Tanganrog, Rostov, Russia, church officials confirmed.
World Church: Adventists Counsel Fairness in Approaching 'Conversion Code'
Discussions by religious leaders over how conversion between faiths should be promoted must remember the rights of all individuals to select and follow the beliefs their conscience dictates, Seventh-day Adventist religious liberty leaders say.
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ANN Feature: Adventists Ready Da Vinci Code Response, Affirm Bible Account
Seventh-day Adventist scholars, pastors and church members are readying a variety of responses to The Da Vinci Code, the blockbuster motion picture that has captured an enormous share of media attention.
Ghana: Media Must Accurately Report Religion, Newspaper Editor Says
"People need accurate, timely and unbiased information, especially on religious issues," Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, editor of Ghana's "Daily Graphic" newspaper, told delegates at the recent All-Africa Conference on Religious Liberty. "People rely on the media t
Mexico: Mega Youth Sabbath Draws Mega Viewership
Some 2,500 young people joined in a mega Sabbath worship program at Montemorelos University Church in Mexico via the Internet. And many more viewed the program as it was broadcast live on Adventist Television Networks' Esperanza TV and Nuevo Tiempo, as we
Korea: New English-Language Church Seen as Unique Evangelism Tool
In the Ilsan district of Koyang City, Korea, northwest of Seoul, Sabbath, or Saturday, morning worship is now rather different for some Seventh-day Adventists than in the nearly 700 other Adventist churches in Korea. Instead of singing, praying and hearin
United Kingdom: Adventists, Muslims Share Perspectives
Seventh-day Adventists and Muslims met April 23 and shared their perspectives on last day events. The meeting was a joint venture between the church's Global Center for Adventist-Muslim Relations (GCAMR), Newbold College, and the Shia Muslim community, wh
Cameroon: University's First Woman President Re-Elected
Dr. Lucille Sabas has been given a vote of confidence. As the only woman president of a Seventh-day Adventist university in male-dominated Africa, Sabas was re-elected after three years in office. An installation ceremony was held April 30 officially reco