Henry Lowery was on a Detroit basketball court in May when he got a call from the Lake Region Conference Pathfinder Coordinator, asking if his Pathfinder drum corps could perform during the General Conference Session in St. Louis on Saturday, July 12.

La Sierra University’s newly-approved multi-year budget calls for annual increases in academic years 2026 through 2028; goals which leaders expect to exceed, as the university targets ‘long-game’ objectives and renews its institutional strategy. The La Sierra University Board of Trustees approved a four-year university budget through the 2028-2029 school year based on aggressive growth in freshman enrollment in years two and three

The heartbeat of Adventist education pulsed through the vibrant exhibit hall at the 2025 General Conference Session in St. Louis, where a panoramic education pavilion showcased the breadth and depth of one of the world’s largest Protestant education systems. With colorful displays, engaging demonstrations, and the presence of passionate educators and students, the pavilion powerfully highlighted the global mission of Adventist education, including its renowned universities within the North American Division.

“Creator’s Corner” helps ministries create timeless content and charts a course for future media efforts. The exhibit hall buzzed with activity, but inside the plexiglass-walled booth, the noise was muffled. Tucked among the bustling displays at the 62nd General Conference Session, this compact room stood out. Outfitted with cameras, lighting, and audio gear, it was clear to any passerby: this was a content creation studio.