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God Is Looking for Dreamers, General Conference President Says
At the Mission Refocus Conference in Bangkok, GC president Erton Köhler urges Adventist leaders to embrace God‑given dreams, trust His unexpected strategies—such as dreams that reach hearts in difficult regions—and boldly partner with Him in advancing mission among major world religions.
Charles Marshall Kinny - Founder of Black Adventism
A biography of Charles M. Kinny, the first ordained Black Adventist minister, whose pioneering leadership, advocacy, and vision for separate but equal Black congregations laid the groundwork for the growth of Black Adventism in the United States.
How to Grow Your Church
After decades of war and mass migration reduced Sri Lanka’s Adventist membership from 8,000 to 600, Mission President Hyosu Jung leads a revitalization effort focused on mission motivation, small‑group evangelism, property renewal, and cross‑cultural partnerships—bringing new growth, hope, and transformed lives across the Ceylon Mission.
To Our Very Doors
Terri Saelee, coordinator for Adventist Refugee and Immigrant Ministries, helps mobilize refugee and immigrant leaders across North America to plant churches and reach unreached language groups—doubling engagement and transforming communities through mission-focused discipleship.
No Failure Here
Standing by the grave, I prayed, “God, I want to be a missionary, too.” I didn’t really know what a missionary was, but I wanted to help people know Jesus.
This Is God’s Agency
“I had no experience. But I prayed, ‘God, you brought us here for a reason. I’ll do my best and leave the rest to You.’ It was my baptism of fire. In those moments, you truly decide what kind of life you’re going to live.”
Remembering a Man of God
“Kleyton turned his illness into an opportunity to encourage missionaries and pastors who are struggling with other problems,” observed Erton Köhler, General Conference president. “He showed how we can turn even the worst adversities into a blessing to others.”
Greece: Trusted to Lead
Over the past few years, bonds have deepened among the members of Ethusa, and they’ve built a family. One young person shared how the church has helped them become a better version of themselves by learning about active listening and taking accountability.
Continuing the Legacy of John Nevins Andrews
Just days before, Kirstein had questioned his purpose in Bolivia. “I asked God ‘Why am I here? I feel like I am just watching children. Is there not more for me?’”
Mission Refocus
In the 1980s, we decided it was time for another mission refocus. Leaders came together to pray and strategize. They looked at the world map and saw the areas where the church still had no presence.