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August - Vol 131 Issue 78

British Union Conference Completes its 10th Quinquennial Session Final Leadership Elections

The British Union Conference (BUC) concluded its 10th Quinquennial Session on the evening of 6 August with an online business meeting that completed the election of departmental directors and key officers for the 2026–2031 quinquennium. A total of 217 delegates and invitees participated in the me...

Editor’s Farewell

As this edition of  BUC News  goes to publication, it also marks my final editorial as Communication & Media Director of the British Union Conference. Serving in this role over the past five years has been both a privilege and a blessing. It has given me the opportunity to witness first-hand the ...

BUC Pathfinder Camporee Concludes on a Spiritual High

The 2026 British Union Conference (BUC) Pathfinder Camporee concluded with an unforgettable evening of worship, celebration and commitment, as thousands of Pathfinders united in praise and reaffirmed their decision to follow Jesus. A spirit of intense devotion filled the main arena as Pathfinders...

Impacting Communities – Changing Lives

Professor Ivan Browne OBE DL FFPH: Walking Through the Doors God Opens

The Holy Spirit? Unleashing the Holy Spirit’s power in your life

The Holy Spirit is often spoken of yet frequently misunderstood. Who is He truly? What is His divine nature and mission? And what can we discover about Him from the very book He inspired – the Holy Bible?  In this captivating and accessible journey, Dr Richard Müller, a Seventh-day Adventist doct...

Day 3 of BUC Pathfinder Camporee: From curiosity to commitment

Day three of the BUC Pathfinder Camporee brings together practical learning, joyful worship, intercessory prayer and a compelling invitation to move from caution to wholehearted commitment to Jesus. Thursday 30 July, day three of the British Union Conference (BUC) Pathfinder Camporee placed learn...

Day 2 at BUC Camporee: Standing for God under pressure

Day two of the BUC Pathfinder Camporee combines spiritual commitment, more than 100 activity and Honour options, creative ministry and an appeal to pray and praise through life’s most difficult moments. Wednesday 29 July, day two of the British Union Conference (BUC) Pathfinder Camporee, began wi...

BUC Pathfinder Camporee opens with call to reflect God’s image

[Photos: courtesy of Sandra Golding]

Parliament Highlights Vital Role of Faith Communities in Building Health

Faith leaders, healthcare professionals, parliamentarians and community organisations gathered at the Houses of Parliament to explore how faith communities can play a greater role in improving public health and reducing health inequalities. Hosted by Matt Turmaine MP, in partnership with One Visi...

Global Adventist Communicators Called to Build Bridges at GAiN 2026

[Photos: courtesy of Abel Marquez]

BUC Session Delegates Elects Officers and Executive Committee Members for New Quinquennium

Delegates at the 2026 British Union Conference (BUC) Session have elected the Union's principal officers, several Mission officers, departmental directors and members of the Executive Committee who will serve during the 2026–2031 quinquennium. The elections took place during the BUC Session held ...

Adventists Presents in Parliament on Faith Inclusion in Health Care

The Seventh-day Adventist Church’s long-standing commitment to whole-person health was highlighted at the Houses of Parliament on Monday, 13 July, as politicians, faith leaders, healthcare professionals and policymakers gathered to explore the growing role of faith communities in improving public...

Stanborough Secondary School Honours Assistant Headteacher Eileen Hussey on Retirement

Stanborough Secondary School has paid tribute to Eileen Hussey, Assistant Headteacher, as she retires after 18 years of dedicated service to Adventist education. Joining the school in September 2008, Eileen has faithfully served generations of students and colleagues, combining academic excellenc...

South Indian Church Leader Strengthens Mission Partnerships During UK Visit

A senior Seventh-day Adventist Church leader from South India has concluded a visit to the United Kingdom that strengthened relationships between the Church in India and the British Union Conference while encouraging congregations with a message of unity, service and Christ-centred leadership. Pa...