Stories & Commentaries

About Stories & Commentaries

From time to time, the North American Division shares commentaries on issues and/or events important to Adventists in this division. We also publish stories, which sometimes include interviews and features, to inspire our leaders and members.

A Call to Care for Refugees

Throughout the Bible God instructs humankind to welcome strangers and treat them as equals — with love, care, and respect. Furthermore, in Matthew 25, Jesus raises the bar and says we should treat strangers much better than ourselves. We are to treat them as we would treat God.

Adventists Respond to the Call to Care for Refugees

Throughout the Bible God instructs mankind to welcome strangers and treat them as equals — with love, care, and respect. Furthermore, in Matthew 25, Jesus raises the bar and says we should treat strangers much better than ourselves. We are to treat them as we would treat God.

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Adventist Communicators Receive Awards at Adventist Ministries Convention

The 2017 Adventist Ministries Convention recognized excellence in various ministries through presenting dedicated leaders with an award.

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Refuge and Revelation Center Serves Arizona's Refugees

It is estimated that 4,000 refugees made Arizona their home during the last year. The Arizona Conference has taken a major role in providing services for these people in transition.

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Articles/Videos on Outreach to Refugee and Immigrant Populations in North America

The North American Division has made an effort to help refugee and immigrant populations — and to share the Adventist message of hope and wholeness to brothers and sisters across the divison.

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La Sierra University Remembers Lisa Kohlmeier, Associate Professor of History

With prayers, tears, and a touch of humor, La Sierra University students, faculty, and staff gathered on Jan. 26, 2017, to recall the many ways Lisa Kohlmeier, associate professor of history, had affected their lives and hearts.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada Issues Statement after Mosque Shooting in Quebec

The Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada joins citizens across our nation in mourning the loss of six innocent lives in the senseless killings that occurred on Sunday evening at the Mosque in Québec City, Québec.

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Gorgeous2God Helps Give Young Women Message of Hope and Wholeness

Have you ever been told to “put your money where your mouth is”? The origin of this widely-known expression is unclear, but its intended meaning is not: when you value something, you put your resources behind it.

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"Hacksaw Ridge" Receives Six Oscar Nominations

“Hacksaw Ridge,” the film depicting the life and heroic efforts of Seventh-day Adventist Army combat medic Desmond Doss during World War II, received six Oscar nominations.

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Washington Adventist University Remembers Richardson Chatham

Washington Adventist University (WAU) faculty, staff, students, alumni, family, and friends are heartbroken with the loss of Richardson Chatham.