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Proclaim! SEC Evangelism Expo 2025
Church members from across the South England Conference gathered at Newbold College on 12 January for the SEC Evangelism Expo 2025. The event featured workshops, opportunities to connect with departmental leaders, and a powerful testimony from keynote speaker Dr. Aaron Chancy, who shared his journey from despair to faith. SEC President Dr. Kirk Thomas encouraged attendees to embrace the mission of Christ in their homes, churches, streets, and hearts.
Plumstead Pathfinder Club Advances to Conference Level in 2025 Pathfinder Bible Experience
Plumstead Community Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted the Area 6B Adventurer and Pathfinder Bible Experience on 11 January 2025. Despite being a newly formed club, Plumstead’s Pathfinders advanced to the next competition stage alongside Blessed Hope Stars. The event showcased the dedication, resilience, and biblical knowledge of young participants, guided by committed leaders and parents.
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...
Shifting Perceptions Through Community Partnership
The article highlights the partnership between the Glasgow Seventh-day Adventist Church and Beatson Cancer Charity, aimed at improving perceptions of Adventists. Through initiatives like the Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir’s carol performances to raise funds, the church seeks to demonstrate its broad, compassionate perspective on community needs and establish itself as a positive, stable force in Glasgow.
Inverness and Elgin Groups Reflect on Healing and Reconciliation in Year-End Service
This article highlights the joint year-end service held by the Inverness and Elgin Groups, focusing on themes of healing and reconciliation.
Lessons from a Lost Christmas Parcel
In this reflective piece, Adina Lupu recounts the unexpected journey of a Christmas parcel sent to a friend in the United States, which took an unplanned detour through Australia. Drawing parallels between the parcel’s misdirection and life’s unexpected delays, she explores themes of faith, purpose, and divine timing.
Reviewing Progress on the SEC Strategic Plan
The South England Conference (SEC) leadership reviewed the progress of their Inspired for Mission strategy during 2024, reflecting on milestones and outlining plans for 2025. Focused on bringing “Christ to our hearts, homes, churches, and streets,” the strategy seeks to deepen connections, grow presence, and impact communities through collaborative, innovative efforts across all church levels.
Six Young Individuals Baptised in West Scotland
This news item highlights the baptism of six individuals from the West of Scotland on December 14th and the fruitful ministry in the district, with 18 people joining the church community in 2024.
Death of Peter John Archer
We are saddened to learn of the death of Peter John Archer, who passed away peacefully on 7 December 2024. Peter was born in Watford on 28 May 1940 and spent his childhood attending Stanborough Junior and Senior Schools. On 19 March 1967, he married his beloved Rosemary, and together they had tw...