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BUC Executive Committee Goes Green

On Thursday, 14 September 2023, the British Union Conference (BUC) Executive Committee held its first-ever entirely paperless meeting. Using new software called 'Onboard', all the documents were presented through a portal, and all those present used their own devices to access them. Speaking soon...

Death of Sister Caroline Lorencin

The sad news of the passing of Sister Caroline Lorencin, whose death occurred on Sunday, 10 September, has been announced in the Newbold newsletter earlier this week. Sis Caroline, born in the UK and attended Stanborough Park church for the first 17 years of her life, was married to Pastor Lorenc...

The Nominating Committee Report - South England Conference 64th Session

One of the main items of business of the 64th Session was the election of officers for the next quadrennium. The Nominating Committee, which fulfils this task, is usually the first committee to be selected by the Recommendations Committee. On Friday, 8 September, the second day of the Session, th...

South England Conference Elects a New President - Dr Kirk Thomas

At its 64th Session at the University of Essex, Colchester, the South England England Conference has elected a new President. Dr Kirk Thomas has served as the Director for Evangelism, Personal Ministries, Sabbath School, School of Evangelism, Mission and Leadership, Adventist Missions, Church Gr...

64th Session of the South England Conference takes off

The lingering sunshine of September has provided added enthusiasm for delegates attending the 64th Session of the South England Conference (SEC), with most representatives dressed appropriately considering the weather forecast. The University of Essex is the location for the four-day conference t...

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...

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...

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...

25 August - Vol 128 Issue 8

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...