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NAD Administrators Affirm Work and Assess Needs During Visit to the Guam-Micronesia Mission
Beginning January 4, 2024, a North American Division administrative team visited several islands within the Guam-Micronesia Mission for two weeks. “We wanted to provide encouragement and do an assessment of needs and see how we could better support the work there,” said NAD president G. Alexander Bryant.
Unearthing History: The Dino Dig Experience at Southwestern Adventist University
For many, the pull of uncovering ancient relics and the mysteries of the past is an irresistible draw. Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) offers a unique opportunity to step back in time with its Dino Dig Experience, a dinosaur excavation research project in the Lance Formation of eastern Wyoming, United States. This program, held annually in June, brings together students, families, and international participants to uncover and study dinosaur fossil remains.
Gillette Residents to Be Welcomed to “Night at the Camporee”
In just five weeks, the International Pathfinder Camporee will have moved west to Gillette, Wyoming. From August 5-11, 2024, roughly 60,000 young people from 100 countries will transform the Gillette Cam-Plex Facilities into a tent and RV city. Over numerous site visits since 2020, camporee officials have found significant interest among community members in attending the nighttime mainstage events. However, because minors attend the camporee, background checks would be necessary for these additional guests. Thus, camporee leaders decided to host a “night at the camporee” on August 4, which will offer community members a 90-minute sneak peek of the "Believe the Promise" evening program.
It is Written Wins 14 Telly Awards
It Is Written is pleased to announce that it has won 14 Telly Awards this year. The awards received highlight It is Written’s versatility and excellence in media production, with several programs earning multiple honors.
Common Ground
On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, North American Division leaders met with student leaders from universities across the division. The goal was to determine what young people are concerned with and discuss what they might want church leadership to know. “We really want to know what you have to say,” stated Tracy Wood, director for youth and young adult ministries at the NAD, at the start of the online meeting. “The voices of students from your campuses can and do have a significant impact across North America.” In addition to five church leaders from both union and division levels, eight students were also present, representing Adventist and non-Adventist campuses across the country.
La Sierra University’s Founding President, Beloved Scholar Fritz Guy Passes to His Rest
La Sierra University is saddened to announce the passing of its founding president, Fritz Guy, who died yesterday morning, July 25, 2023, in Longview, Washington, following an acute cardiovascular event. He was 93.
Southern Adventist University Names Ruth McKee School of Business After Bakery Co-founder
Officials from Collegedale-based Southern Adventist University and McKee Foods Corporation gathered at the McKee Foods campus on Thursday, July 20, 2023, to announce the naming of Southern’s School of Business after Anna Ruth (King) McKee. The new campus building that will house the business program will also carry her name. Known as Ruth, she and her spouse O.D. McKee co-founded McKee Foods Corporation, best known as the maker of Little Debbie® snacks. Both were also students at Southern.
Altamonte Springs Commissioner Visits Adventist Food Drive
When one offers a cup of water to a thirsty stranger or a bag of groceries to a needy family, there’s no telling who’s watching—or better yet—who might step up to lend a helping hand. Members and friends of Altamonte Springs Seventh-day Adventist Church found that out recently as they prepared for their weekly food giveaway.
Fred Kinsey, Former Speaker/Director of Voice of Prophecy, Passes To His Rest
After a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, Fred Kinsey passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023, in Walnut Creek, California, where he has lived most of his life. He was 71.