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ELSOM wow audience in End of Year Classical Music Concert
The East London School of Music (ELSOM) held its classical music fundraising concert on 21 December 2024 at Clapton Community Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hackney. Under Music Director Fiona D. Pacquette, students delivered inspiring performances alongside special guests, including the Windrush Senior Community Choir. Highlights included orchestral hymns, solo pieces, and reflections on resilience, unity, and faith, marking a triumphant end to 2024.
The Festive Season and Mental Health
The festive season, often associated with joy, celebration, and togetherness, can also bring significant stress and emotional strain.
Holloway SDA Choir Shines at Nags Head Christmas Lights Switch-On
On 16 November, the Holloway Seventh-day Adventist Church Choir brought festive cheer to the Nags Head Christmas lights switch-on with heartwarming performances that captivated the community. Joined by local performers and the Mayor of Islington, the event celebrated unity, joy, and the spirit of the season, marking the start of a hopeful festive period on Holloway Road.
Dinner with a Difference: Portsmouth Seventh-day Adventist Church Hosts Red-Carpet Event for the Elderly and Special Needs Community
On 1 December 2024, Portsmouth Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Possibility Ministries hosted a red-carpet ‘Dinner with a Difference’ for the elderly and individuals with special needs. Featuring live music, poetry, a three-course meal, and uplifting messages, the event fostered community, inclusion, and joy during the festive season.
Bayanihan! Southampton Youth and Filipino Ministries Church Building Fundraising Show and Concert
On 30 November 2024, Southampton International Filipino Ministries hosted a concert featuring Euphony of Praise to raise funds for the church building project. The following week, on 7 December, the youth and teens hosted a Cultural Talent Show, celebrating the diverse nationalities in the congregation. Both events highlighted faith, unity, and a shared commitment to supporting the church’s mission.
Groundbreaking Workshop Hosted by One Vision Held at Hemel Hempstead Seventh-day Adventist Church
One Vision, in partnership with Hertfordshire Care Partnership NHS, faith leaders, and community organisations, hosted a co-design workshop at Hemel Hempstead Seventh-day Adventist Church. The event focused on fostering collaboration, building trust, and shaping innovative solutions to enhance local health outcomes.
One Vision Hosts Inspiring Faith and Health Network Event at the UK Parliament
One Vision Charity hosted the Faith and Health Network event at the UK Parliament on 5 December 2024. The event united faith leaders, including SEC President Dr Kirk Thomas, NHS professionals, and policymakers to tackle health inequalities and foster collaboration between faith communities and healthcare systems.
Yeovil Seventh-day Adventist Church Celebrates Dedication and Organisation Milestone
“Yeovil Seventh-day Adventist Church celebrated its Dedication and Organisation Service on 30 November 2024, marking its official establishment. Led by SEC Executive Secretary Pastor Nathan, the event affirmed the church’s commitment to faith, community service, and outreach in Somerset.”
140 Graduates Celebrate GO SEC School of Evangelism’s Largest Cohort at South England Conference Event
“On 30 November 2024, 140 students graduated from the GO SEC School of Evangelism Mission & Leadership at Stanborough Park Secondary School. This largest-ever cohort celebrated nine months of training with worship, reflections, and a graduation ceremony, inspiring graduates to serve in the church’s mission.”
ZUSDAF Dorcas Retreat 2024: To Love is to Serve
ZUSDAF Dorcas, the Women’s Ministries arm of the Zimbabwe UK Seventh-day Adventist Fellowship, hosted over 400 women at their 2024 annual retreat in Milton Keynes. Themed ‘To Love is to Serve,’ the event featured worship, community service, and literature distribution, fostering spiritual growth and cultural connection.
Tottenham Lighthouse SDA Church at Haringey Remembrance Sunday Service
Tottenham Lighthouse Church joined Haringey Council's 2024 Remembrance Sunday Service at West Green War Memorial, with Pastor Jude Jeanville leading prayers and a Pathfinder laying a wreath. The event honoured those fallen in war and included church-led community support and refreshments.
SEC Area 8 Media Training Equips Churches with Technical Skills for Digital Outreach in Cambridge
Cambridge Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted the SEC Area 8 ‘How to Innovate Your Church’ training on November 10, 2024. Sessions led by Dr. Sorin Petrof, Don Roberts, and Stefan Stanciu covered storytelling, website management, and audiovisual production, equipping church media teams with practical tools for effective outreach and engagement.
UCY Hosts Inaugural Education & Career Day at Balham SDA Church Featuring TV Presenter Mark De-Lisser
UCY’s inaugural Education & Career Day at Balham SDA Church featured workshops, exhibits from organisations like Newbold College, and a keynote by TV presenter Mark De-Lisser, inspiring youth and professionals alike.
83 Empowered for Mission at Willesden and Holloway SDA Churches' Prayer Retreat in Milton Keynes
Over 80 attendees joined a prayer retreat in Milton Keynes, hosted by Willesden and Holloway SDA Churches, for a weekend of inspiring messages, workshops, and an anointing service to empower prayer intercessors for mission.