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Southern Adventist University Honors Two Former Long-Term Leaders
On February 27, 2022, Southern Adventist University’s board of trustees designated two of its former presidents, David Smith, Ph.D., and Gordon Bietz, D.Min, for recognition of their dedication and service to the university.
Reaching Hungarians in Cleveland
The North American Division Hungarian advisory ministries committee in Cleveland, Ohio, prayed for divine inspiration to best reach the Hungarian community for Jesus. The committee was inspired to put on a concert in October 2021 to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Hungarian freedom fight and revolution.
Andrews University Gives New Designation of Senior Research Professor
Andrews University has recently instituted a senior research professor status for retired faculty. The position allows retired faculty members to remain professionally active with continued affiliation to the university while stepping down from full-time teaching.
Michael W. Campbell Named New Director of NAD Archives, Statistics & Research
In December 2021, the North American Division Committee met to vote the name of Michael W. Campbell, Ph.D., as the new director for Archives, Statistics & Research.
Holbrook Indian School Celebrates 75 Years of Operation with Special Program
On March 6, 2022, Holbrook Indian School celebrated 75 years of operation. Current and former staff and students welcomed representatives from the Pacific Union Conference and the North American Division to commemorate the historic event.
College Press Donates Printing Press to Source of Life, a Euro-Asia Division Publishing House
In the fall of 2019, College Press owners Brad Fisher and Rob Howell had the opportunity to acquire another small print company, which included a fairly new printing press. After much discussion and prayer, it was decided to donate the older printing press that College Press had owned for more than 20 years. The press found its way to the Euro-Asian Division.
Sonscreen Film Festival Returns to In-Person Event After Two Years, Features “Encounters” World Premiere
April 7-9, 2022, will mark will the first in-person Sonscreen Film Festival since 2019. Students from colleges around the North American Division will gather at the newly completed Loma Linda University Church complex in California for three days of film screenings, educational opportunities, and professional connections.
Jorge Ramirez Named North American Division Undersecretary
On March 10, 2022, the North American Division committee elected Jorge Ramirez for the position of division undersecretary. Ramirez replaces Elden Ramirez, who took a call to serve as executive secretary of the Lake Union this past fall.
Connecting the Pastoral “Family”
Pastors of the NAD are looking forward to the CALLED Pastors’ Family Convention to be held in Lexington, Kentucky, on June 19-22. This convention offers some of the best continuing education opportunities, with six arena sessions and 120 seminars. Specific tracks will be offered for Spanish-speaking pastors, volunteer lay pastors, chaplains, ministry tech lab, and spouses.
2022 Growing Together Cohort Launches Virtually
The 2022 Growing Together Cohort launched with nearly 150 leaders from 40 different churches across the North American Division (NAD) attending the virtual summit. Growing Together is about intentionally reaching out to youth and young adults with acceptance, grace, and the love of Jesus. It’s about changing the culture in our Adventist churches.