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Faith and Mental Health Conference in Parliament
A diversity of faith leaders gathered in Parliament, Westminster on Monday, 4 September, to deliberate on the role of faith in dealing with mental health. The MP for Watford, Mr Dean Russell, enabled the meeting organised by the One Vision charity based in Watford. The thought-provoking event bro...
7 September 2023
Churches Mark enditnow 2023 – Wolves in Sheep's Clothing
This year's enditnow® Emphasis Day theme was captioned: 'Wolves in Sheep's Clothing: Unmasking Abuse and Fostering Safer Spaces'. It focused on the sensitive topic of sexual abuse by individuals professing to follow Christ. A few case studies were outlined within the context of spiritual authorit...
31 August 2023
One Vision Charity Expands Food Bank Support
"Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too." Philippians 2:4 (NLT) Taking an interest in others is the hallmark of One Vision charity's outreach. The scope of their interventions is highlighted on the Charity Commission website as follows: "One Vision is a co...
31 August 2023
Memorial Service for Dr John D Baildam
Further to the announcement regarding Dr John Baildam's passing, we can confirm that his Memorial Service will be held at the Newbold Church at 14:00 on Monday, 11 September . Please take note of the date should you plan to attend the service. Dr Baildam was a former principal of Newbold College...
24 August 2023
Dr John D Baildam Passes To His Rest
With great sadness, we inform you of the passing of the former Newbold College of Higher Education Principal, Dr John D Baildam, on Tuesday, 22 August 2023. He was 73 years old. Appointed as Principal in May 2014, Dr Baildam served as Principal for eight years but had served the College for over ...
23 August 2023
Stanborough Press OPEN DAY 2023!
Stanborough Press Open Day 2023 Promo Video We look forward to welcoming you to this special annual event.
18 August 2023
"Justice for Women" - An Interview with Author Dr Jude Jeanville
The role of women in the church has sparked debates over the ages. The General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists acknowledges the issue and highlights the obstacles women face in fulfilling their God-given potential.¹ For this reason, the British Union Conference (BUC) Women’s Ministries depar...
4 August 2023
Dyslexia - Volunteers Needed Urgently!
Hello, my name is Carolina Nyakila, a Brunel University London student studying for a Master of Science (MSc) in Psychological Sciences (Conversion). I am looking for 15 Volunteers for my research study (dissertation) exploring dyslexia from a positive perspective by examining the factors that h...
3 August 2023
FOREIGN SECRETARY VISITS THE BUC
The Right Honourable, James Clevely, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, together with his wife, Susannah Sparks, visited the British Union Conference (BUC) on Friday 28 July 2023, to dialogue on current affairs with faith leaders from in and around the Watford a...
28 July 2023
BUC Pathfinders Prepare for TED Camporee in Hungary
With most schools in the UK starting their vacation this week, some parents will take a respite as approximately a thousand Pathfinders from across the British Union Conference (BUC) travels to Sopron in Hungary on 25 July for a whole week of summer camporee. The Trans-European Division (TED) You...
21 July 2023
Pollards Hill Group Impacting the Community
The Pollards Hill Seventh-day Adventist group positively impacts the Mitcham/Pollards Hill environs. The desire of the church leadership and members alike to be mission focused and relevant has resulted in the engagement of two community events within two months. On Sunday, 25 June, the group set...
20 July 2023
Hanwell Excels in its Community Influence and Impact
"But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices, God is well pleased." Hebrews 13:16 (NKJV) What does a church caring for its community look like? If you visit the Hanwell Seventh-day Adventist church, you will see the answer to these questions beautifully exemplified in thei...
20 July 2023
A Tribute and Synopsis of Katri's Life
Katri – A War Orphan Katri Sinikka was born a war orphan in Vaasa, Finland, on 1 July 1940. Her parents, August Uolevi Anttinen and Mirjam Kajankangas, got married, and shortly afterwards, her father 'August', went to war to defend his country (Finland) against the Russian Invasion. He was one of...
20 July 2023
Jamaica Union & BUC Collaborative Community Outreach
"Blessed are those who are generous because they feed the poor." Proverbs 22:9 (NLT) 'Giving, Caring, Sharing' is the tagline for a Jamaican Food Bank making an impact. The Jamaica Union Conference (JAMU) endeavours to reduce poverty and hunger on the island through the JAMU Food Bank. We have ex...
20 July 2023