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Life Health Foods UK: a church-owned business with a purpose
Did you know that one of the UK’s large cereal manufacturers is owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church? Life Health Foods UK, a business with a mission to provide nutritious and delicious food, is one of many food enterprises ultimately owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church around the worl...
Churches Impacting Communities
“Let no church think it is too small to exert an influence and do service in the great work for this time.” (Ellen G White – Christian Service) A powerful statement made by Ellen G White on the mission of the church and its community impact is the following: “The Saviour has given His precious ...
The Alphabet of Values
Stanborough Press: Book of the Month
Long Covid Awareness Day – 15 March
A Reflection by Victor Hulbert (former TED and BUC Communication and Media Director)
UK Adventist Church Hosts its First Safeguarding Summit
“Safeguarding is not just a responsibility – it is a reflection of our values and our faith in action.” These words of welcome from Pastor Eglan Brooks, President of the British Union Conference (BUC), set the tone for the next seven days of meaningful dialogue, the sharing of best practices, and...
International Women’s Day – A Christian Perspective
“The Lord has a work for women as well as for men. They may take their places in His work at this crisis, and He will work through them” (Ellen G White – Welfare Ministry, p. 145).
‘Accelerate Action’: A pastor’s voice on equality for women
This year, International Women’s Day (IWD), 8 March, highlights a theme that reflects women’s current struggles and aspirations worldwide. Women are still seeking to be included, heard, respected, valued, and treated fairly. The world’s population is over 8 billion 62 million. Women make up rough...
Total Member Involvement: Seasoned with LOVE
It’s the season of LOVE!
Death of Pastor Melvyn Ellis
With deep sadness, we announce Pastor Melvyn Ellis's passing on Tuesday, 14 January 2025. Born in Danbury, Middlesex, on 17 May 1947, Pastor Ellis was a devoted servant of the Lord, deeply committed to his faith and the well-being of his community. He attended Sandon Secondary Modern in Chelmsfor...
Embracing the Call: Equipping New Pastors for Dynamic Ministry in the British Isles
This year’s annual induction and orientation programme for new pastors took place at the British Union Conference (BUC) offices in Watford from Sabbath, 11 to Thursday, 16 January. The event was coordinated by the Ministerial Association Secretary of the BUC, Pastor Samuel Ouadjo and his team, Ka...
Mayor of Whiston Town Council Attends A Carol Service
" Two men have been killed by trees falling on their vehicles during Storm Darragh, as strong winds and heavy rain continue to rage across the UK ," read a BBC headline on the 7 th December 2024. However, the Red Warning for wind did not deter Councillor Stephen Henry, Town Mayor of Whiston, and...
Area 3 Adventurers and Pathfinders Shine Their Lights
In the bustling heart of Bradford, the UK’s newest City of Culture in 2025, Adventurers and Pathfinders were on a mission. The annual Adventurer and Pathfinder Bible Experience (ABE and PBE) began with the Area Level testing on Sabbath 11 th January 2025. A total of 12 ABE and 19 PBE teams parti...
Pastoral Realignments in 2025
The North England Conference has implemented a series of pastoral realignments, approved during the November 2024 Executive Committee meeting. These adjustments address pastoral vacancies following the recent Session, align churches with ministers whose spiritual gifts best meet the needs of thei...
Who is my Father?
“Then Jesus answered and said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner.” John 5:19
Area 2 Churches Prioritise Safeguarding Training
In an ideal world, the church is a sanctuary—a "haven of refuge" for everyone, particularly the most vulnerable. However, in our imperfect world, where sin and its effects persist, churches too face challenges. They are not gatherings of saints but "hospitals for sinners". This dual reality calls for unwavering vigilance from everyone involved in the church's mission—leaders, members, parents, and educators alike.