Story by ADRA International Staff/ Image by ADRA Afghanistan

A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan struck on August 31, 2025, killing more than 2,200 people and injuring at least 3,600 others. The disaster has directly affected an estimated 500,000 people across Nangarhar, Kunar, Nuristan, and Laghman provinces, including many women, children, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and recent returnees.

On September 4 and 5 two strong aftershocks shook the same region, compounding devastation and terror. ADRA’s assessment team was present in the area but is safe.

Story by LaTasha Hewitt

Story by Liz Bailey

This summer, the staff at Valley Vista Adventist Center in Huttonsville, W.Va., welcomed children, aged 7–16, to Mountain View Conference’s “treasure in the hills.” The camp’s passionate and dedicated team is committed to creating a safe, fun and spiritually enriching environment for every camper, knowing that these experiences can make a difference in the lives of young people.

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Board games continue to be a popular hobby—especially for people looking to get off their phones. 

Many churches across the country are hosting game nights, providing a relaxed opportunity for fellow game enthusiasts to connect. Why not use this trend as a ministry opportunity at your church or in your home? Here are two games created by Seventh-day Adventists you might want to add to the mix.

Apostolos
In this game, players embark on an epic journey where they are challenged to be the first to build the seven churches of Revelation using the apostles’ strengths and overcomin their weaknesses.