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BUC Executive Committee Press Release
The Executive Committee of the British Union Conference (BUC) took a voted action to place a hold on all further elected and appointed personnel positions in the short term. This action has been taken to ensure that the BUC can safeguard itself and its workforce by focusing on the Non-Executive E...
25 July 2024
The Church's Community Impact
"The church is God's appointed agency for the salvation of men. It was organised for service, and its mission is to carry the gospel to the world." E G White Last week's BUC News carried two articles on outreach initiatives led by Adventist members, highlighting the importance of faith inclusi...
25 July 2024
Wellness from Wholeness
I remember my first day at medical school. We were all given a few minutes to talk with the dean. The most memorable question he asked me was, "Why do you want to be a doctor, Chidi?" I replied, with all the enthusiasm of a first-year medic, "I want to cure people." He looked over his glasses at ...
25 July 2024
Book Review – Resilience: Overcoming Life's Turbulences and Rising Triumphantly
A young author writes this book, and I recommend it to those who are experiencing challenges in their lives. It will give you hope, inspiration, the desire to accomplish your dreams, and knowledge of resilience. Resilience by Dahlia Allen is very revealing. It tells the life story of a young Jam...
25 July 2024
Hurricane Beryl (Grenada, Jamaica, Mexico and St Vincent and the Grenadines)
Tuesday 16 July 2024 Dear Friends Hurricane Beryl, a catastrophic event, swept through the Caribbean and Mexico from 1 to 5 July, causing extensive damage and leaving thousands homeless. On 1 July, Hurricane Beryl landed on the island of Carriacou (Grenada) with sustained winds of 222 km/h (138mp...
19 July 2024
ASI UK with New Leadership: A Fresh Commitment to Evangelism in the UK
Adventist-laymen's Services & Industries (ASI) is back, helping to spread the gospel in the UK. The organisation recently hosted an inspiring weekend event featuring Pastor Eglan Brooks, British Union Conference (BUC) President, as the guest speaker. The programme included powerful messages, exci...
11 July 2024
Death of Dr Paul Smith
We are sad to learn of the death of Dr Paul Raymond William Smith, who passed away on 14 June. Born on 6 November 1933 in Colchester, Dr Paul studied for his Ministerial Diploma at Newbold College and completed his BA degree at Columbia Union College in 1959. He later pursued his MA and MDiv degr...
9 July 2024
One Million Reasons to Witness
Evangelism is not just a part of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, it is at the very heart of our mission. Our collective duty is to share our faith with those around us.
27 June 2024
Death of Pastor Brian K Robinson
We are sad to hear that Pastor Brian K Robinson, a retired pastor from the North England Conference, died unexpectedly after a short hospital visit, in Bristol on 3 June 2024. Brian was predeceased by his precious wife, Helen. Brian was passionate about the gospel message in his ministry, wanting...
27 June 2024
Farewell Interview with Pastor John Surridge
In this article, we interview Pastor John Surridge, the outgoing Executive Secretary of the British Union Conference, as we bid him farewell on his retirement after 40 years of dedicated service to the BUC. Introduction: Brief Bio Pastor John Surridge is a fourth-generation Seventh-day Adventist...
21 June 2024
BUC Women Respond to Global Women's Ministries Emphasis Day
"What an empowering message of encouragement, assurance and hope! It was so inspirational and just what is needed to carry me through the challenges I am currently facing. The programme for the entire day was such a tremendous blessing. I am so grateful to God!" This was the enthusiastic response...
20 June 2024
40 Years Young - Celebrating ADRA-UK
After a successful event in the Houses of Parliament , ADRA-UK continued its celebrations on Sabbath 25 and Sunday 26 May at the Stanborough Park church and the grounds, respectively. Mission At the heart of ADRA's work is the mission of Christ. Based on Matthew 9:36, "But when he saw the mult...
13 June 2024
Special BUC Presidential Address – 'State of The Union'
Dear Friends It was my desire and intention to present the State of The Union address to you on YouTube this afternoon, 8 June. Unfortunately, we could not go live with this interactive Address due to technical challenges beyond my control. You are all aware of the importance I place on integrity...
6 June 2024
