A special seminar on the history and mission of Adventist-Laymen’s Services & Industries (ASI) was hosted by the Laymen’s Association of the North Asia-Pacific Division (NSD) on April 1–2, 2023, at the Saehim Art Hall in the Korea Conference Center. 

Pastor Elbert Kuhn, associate secretary of the General Conference, and Dr. Philippe Baptiste, director of the North American ASI, were invited to lecture on various topics related to the organization. Elder Song JongHyun, president of the NSD ASI, emphasized the importance of understanding the purpose and direction of our journey, while Kang SoonKi, president of the Korean Union Conference, hoped the seminar would inspire the further development and cooperation of the NSD and its affiliated organizations to hasten the second coming of Jesus Christ.

During the seminar, Dr. Baptiste highlighted ASI’s mission, vision, and purpose and urged everyone to use their abilities for the glory of Christ. He also emphasized that mission is a solemn task given to all believers and anyone can witness to the Gospel. ASI seeks to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth by partnering with laity, pastors, and churches, empowering and encouraging them to actively spread the love message of the cross and organically connect the saints. All must be passionate and engaged in ministry to spread the message of the three angels.

Despite being tired from Sabbath afternoon activities and various church duties, the members who attended the event stayed until the end and focused on the lecturers’ messages. They agreed with the identity and role of the Peace Council and promised cooperation with an “Amen!” They also showed their determination and resolve to fulfill their mission.

The seminar was broadcast on YouTube for ASI members and congregations in Japan, Taiwan, Mongolia, and Korea. You can view it again on the Northern Asia-Pacific Division YouTube account. As Pastor Kuhn stated in his plenary lecture, all must remember that God has a vision for each member and wants everyone to join Him in the holy work of saving souls.

The original version of this story was posted on the Northern Asia-Pacific Division website.