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Inspiration, Connection and Blessings at Christian Resources Exhibition 2024
Attending the Christian Resources Exhibition (CRE), held this year at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, from 9-10 October, was an exhilarating experience. CRE is the largest event of its kind in Europe. The 200-plus exhibitors enable extensive networking, witnessing opportunities, and everything...
24 October 2024
BUC President's State of the Union Address for BUC Churches
Pastor Eglan Brooks, President of the British Union Conference (BUC), recently delivered a State of the Union Address in conversation with BUC Stewardship Director Mrs Catherine Anthony Boldeau, sharing the progress and challenges in advancing the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church a...
11 October 2024
Obituary - Pastor D C Clothier
We are saddened by the news of the death of Pastor Derek Charles Clothier, who passed away on 24 July 2024, aged 92. Born in Trealaw, Rhondda Valley, South Wales, on 24 August 1931, Pastor Clothier was influenced by the faith of his mother and the late Pastor Charles D Wilson and was baptised by ...
11 October 2024
Seek His Face Always
In 2 Chronicles 20, we read of impending doom. The Moabites, Ammonites, and some Meunites plan to go to war against King Jehoshaphat. When he learns about their plans, he is alarmed. But instead of panicking, he encourages his subjects to join him in seeking the Lord. After recalling the Lord's g...
9 October 2024
World Mental Health Day
Each year, World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10 October. Set by the World Federation of Mental Health, this year's theme is captioned workplace mental health . Highlighting the importance of talking about mental health and normalising conversations on this aspect of wellbeing, the Mental ...
9 October 2024
Adventists Celebrate Dementia Care Award
Thursday, 26 September, was a special day for the Sheffield Memory Hub. They received a prestigious national award and were applauded as ‘Winner’ in the category of ‘Outstanding Provider of Dementia Care in the Community’. The Sheffield Memory Hub is a community group based at the Sheffield Afric...
3 October 2024
Police Chaplaincy Award for Pastor Seth Adjare
On 30 September, Pastor Seth Adjare was honoured at a prestigious award ceremony at Arundel Castle, where he received a divisional commendation for his outstanding contributions to the West Sussex Police Division. Adjare has been a dedicated chaplain for the Police Division since January 2020. He...
3 October 2024
Obituary for Arthur John Woodfield (11 September 1916 - 3 September 2024)
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Arthur John Woodfield, affectionately known as John, who left us peacefully at the age of 107 in Wokingham on 3 September 2024. Born in Hereford on 11 September 1916, John lived a remarkable life filled with dedication to his family, faith, and educati...
3 October 2024
Quarterly Day of Prayer Podcast Launch
Three British Union Conference (BUC) departments, Stewardship, Evangelism, and the Ministerial Association, have come together to produce the Quarterly Day of Prayer Podcast this week. This collaborative effort is part of our shared mission for revival and reformation, for members' spiritual deve...
3 October 2024
Celebrating 140 years of God’s blessings
The lyrics 'Jesus is a Rock in a weary land; He's a shelter in the time of storm' have resonated with me since Sunday, 8 September. This was the final message delivered through song by the London Adventist Chorale to all who visited Stanborough Press Open Day. What an appropriate and encouraging ...
3 October 2024
Do not be Anxious
Did you know that 1 in 4 adults in England suffer from a mental health condition and that 1 in 6 have reported experiencing anxiety or depression in the UK? Anxiety is on the rise, and it's not surprising! Major world events like the escalating situation in the Middle East and the ongoing conflic...
3 October 2024
New Addition to the Florins Family
The British Union Conference (BUC) ministerial family is overjoyed to announce the arrival of Pastor Orasanu Florin and his wife Nicole's new bundle of joy. Felix Alexander, the newest Pastor’s Kid (PK) in the British Union Conference, made his entrance on Tuesday, 17 September, at 3:21 am, weigh...
3 October 2024
Our Journey of Faith and Excellence at Stanborough Primary School
At Stanborough Primary School, our pupils' journey begins with a guiding principle rooted in scripture: "Let your light shine before others" (Matthew 5:16). From the earliest stages in Nursery, our children are taught to embody the values of excellence, curiosity, and compassion. These values are...
26 September 2024
Faith and Health Conference 2024: Advancing Inclusive Healthcare
The One Vision charity successfully hosted the Faith and Health Conference 2024 at Stanborough Park Seventh-day Adventist church on Monday, 23 September. The event brought together faith leaders, healthcare professionals, dignitaries, and community representatives to discuss the essential connect...
26 September 2024
