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AI in the Pulpit
The growing influence of artificial intelligence has sparked significant discussion within many fields, including ministry. Curious about its implications, I decided to conduct a few simple experiments to explore how AI responds to questions about spirituality. Experiment One My first experiment ...
5 March 2026
Literature Ministry in the UK Revived and Reinvigorated
The British Union Conference (BUC) Evangelism Department, in collaboration with Stanborough Press, hosted a Literature Evangelist (LE) training weekend at Hay’s Wood Retreat Centre from 20–22 February, bringing together 85 delegates with the objective of revitalising literature ministry across th...
5 March 2026
A Call to Earnest Prayer
“Unceasing prayer is the unbroken union of the soul with God.” – Ellen G White The General Conference Women’s Ministries Department has designated 7 March 2026 as a Global Call to Prayer. On this Sabbath, the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church will unite in focused, intentional, and instruct...
5 March 2026
How Generosity Is Transforming Our School Community
In recent months, Stanborough Primary School has been blessed by the kindness and generosity of families, churches near and far, and supporters who believe in investing in children. Through donations and gifts, we have been able to create spaces that nurture joy, development, and resilience, ev...
5 March 2026
Adventist Women Impacting Their Communities
The British Union Conference (BUC) Women’s Ministries Department continues to acknowledge Seventh-day Adventist women who are positively impacting their communities. In this interview, we spotlight retired SEC Pastor Mary Barrett, a sought-after speaker and author of eight books and numerous arti...
5 March 2026
Stanborough Park Church Presents Immersive Walk-Through Easter Experience The Easter Story
The Easter Story
5 March 2026
The Power of Stories
National Storytelling Week 2026 ran from Saturday 31 January to Sunday 8 February. While originally initiated by the Society for Storytelling with a focus on folk and fairy tales, myths, and legends, many within the Christian community, particularly faith schools, used the opportunity to highligh...
19 February 2026
When Every Child Belongs, the Church Flourishes
“I want my child to feel valued.” “My child struggles to fit into church services.” “How can I adapt Pathfinders or the Sabbath School lesson for children with additional needs?” “Who will support children with special needs at VBS or Summer School?” These are not isolated questions. They reflect...
19 February 2026
Obituary: Krista Willis
We are deeply saddened to announce that Krista Willis (née Hodges) passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, 15 February 2026. Krista will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Pastor Andrew Willis (Irish Mission), her parents, Pastor Alan and Thelma Hodges (BUC retirees), her brother David, h...
19 February 2026
Government Consultation Briefing: The Hicklin Test and the Social Media Debate
The Government has issued an invitation for consultation on the historic Obscenity Hicklin Test, particularly the legal standard of material “tending to deprave and corrupt.” This review comes at a time of growing public debate, including proposals to introduce stricter regulation of online conte...
19 February 2026
Faith and Health Leaders Unite in Hertfordshire
Partnership, prevention and mission in action
19 February 2026
Adventist Women Impacting Their Communities
The British Union Conference (BUC) Women’s Ministries Department continues to acknowledge Seventh-day Adventist women who are making a positive impact within their communities. As part of this ongoing series spotlighting influential Adventist women, we feature Dr Cecily Mwaniki , founder and Exe...
5 February 2026
When Unity Changes the Outcome
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1, NIV). Twelve lions surrounded Big Bull, the leader of a herd of water buffalo. Twelve lions held him down. Twelve lions prepared for a feast. At first, the herd appeared to walk away. They turned their backs, ...
5 February 2026