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Rebuilding Together: Welsh Mission Day of Fellowship
The 2026 Day of Fellowship held on 16 May at Newport was more than a gathering – it became a reminder that renewal within the Welsh Mission will be built through shared faith, local initiative, and collective responsibility. Throughout the day, one message emerged repeatedly: the strength of the ...
2026-06-04T15:25:59.203Z
Striking the Right Balance: Leadership, Policy and Mission
The former UK Prime Minister, Sir Tony Blair, recently published a 5,700-word essay outlining a ‘10-point plan’ to address challenges facing Britain. Central to his argument was the need to focus less on personalities and more on policies that improve outcomes for citizens. Whether one agrees wit...
2026-06-04T14:56:52.282Z
Scrapping the Barrel: Cheerful Giving Amid Scarcity
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). Generosity feels natural when resources are plentiful. When cupboards are full, finances stable, and energy reserves abundant, giving fro...
2026-06-04T14:47:51.951Z
Volunteering – A Godly Choice
“We are all woven together in the great web of humanity, and whatever we can do to benefit and uplift others will reflect in blessing upon ourselves” (Ellen G White). Volunteers’ Week in the UK ran from 1-7 June 2026. Across the country, communities, churches, organisations, and support groups en...
2026-06-04T14:43:09.597Z
BUC Stewardship Team Present Time-Management Initiative at TED Advisory
Redeem the Time , the time-management initiative commissioned by the Stewardship department of the General Conference (GC) was presented to the treasurers/stewardship directors of the 11 Unions and 3 attached Fields of the Trans-European Division (TED) at the Stewardship Advisory held 4-5 May in ...
2026-06-04T14:24:10.240Z
Faith, Health and Community: Leaders Unite to Address Cancer Inequalities
A significant Faith & Health Networking Board gathering brought together national cancer leaders, faith representatives, unpaid carers, cancer champions, NHS partners, community organisations, and grassroots leaders at the Oswal Centre in Potters Bar for an important conversation on health inequa...
2026-06-04T14:13:33.195Z
Faith Enhances Mental Health
“He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3). Mental Health Awareness Week 2026, observed from 11-17 May under the theme ‘Action: for yourself, for someone else, for all of us’, focuses on taking practical action to support positive mental health and emotional wellbeing. ...
2026-05-14T21:45:58.159Z
A Memorable Day of Fellowship at the SEC Ministerial Spouses Association Family Fun Day and Barbecue
Ministerial families from across the South England Conference (SEC) gathered on Sunday 10 May at the beautiful Stanborough Park grounds for a joyful and successful Family Fun Day and Barbecue. More than 30 ministerial families attended, with approximately 140 people present for a day filled with ...
2026-05-14T21:12:17.573Z
The Tragedy of Gehazi: When Administrative Access Fails to Produce Integrity
Administrative staff, treasurers, and church clerks often have a front-row seat to the inner workings of ministry. They witness the realities behind the scenes – the sacrificial offerings faithfully given, the confidential struggles of families requiring support, and the sensitive matters connect...
2026-05-14T13:47:58.413Z
2026 Irish Mission Session Announced
A gathering of delegates for prayerful reflection, decision-making, and renewed commitment to mission. “The Irish Mission Quinquennial Session will take place on Sunday 14 June 2026 at the CityNorth Hotel & Conference Centre, Gormanston, County Meath, K32 W562, Republic of Ireland. The Session wi...
2026-05-14T13:14:13.048Z
Understanding the Role of the Recommendations and Nominating Committees
Preparing for BUC Session 2026
2026-04-30T21:45:56.660Z
Empowered to Lead: The Lasting Impact of ‘Let Them Flourish’
What happens when an event not only meets expectations but exceeds them, touching every “sweet spot” for growth and transformation? From 17-19 April, Newbold College became a vibrant hub of learning during the ‘Let Them Flourish’ National Conference. For more than 90 leaders, educators, and paren...
2026-04-30T13:37:56.122Z
Impacting Communities – Changing Lives
“We are all woven together in the great web of humanity, and whatever we can do to benefit and uplift others will reflect in blessing upon ourselves” (Ellen G White). The British Union Conference (BUC) Adventist Community Services Department continues to spotlight entities, churches, and groups t...
2026-04-30T13:11:50.835Z
Stanborough Secondary School Makes a Case for Adventist Education at London Ghana
The Sabbath service on 25 April will long be remembered by worshippers at the London Ghana Seventh-day Adventist church. It marked a special occasion as Stanborough Secondary School visited the congregation, presenting a compelling case for the value of Seventh-day Adventist education. The day ...
2026-04-30T13:01:22.280Z
National Consultation on Social Media Use for Children Under 16
The current common law and statutory provisions regulating obscene material accessible to children online continue to come under increasing scrutiny. Many will have seen or heard in the media that the Government is facing growing calls for restrictions – including the potential banning of certain...
2026-04-30T12:43:54.641Z