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Manassas Adventist Preparatory School Breaks Ground

Story by Debra Anderson

Potomac Conference's Manassas Adventist Preparatory School (MAPS) in Virginia has announced the groundbreaking of a new school facility on campus, set to begin in the winter of 2025. The project aims to enhance student learning by providing modern, interactive spaces that integrate advanced technology and experiential education.

The new facility will feature a state-of-the-art STEAM classroom, designed to foster creativity and hands-on learning. Additionally, outdoor learning spaces will offer students opportunities for naturebased activities and experiential learning beyond traditional classrooms.

Join New Jersey Conference's 2025 Camp Meeting: A Taste of Heaven

Story by Eduardo Monteiro, Executive Secretary

The New Jersey Conference invites you to Camp Meeting 2025, a time of worship, renewal and fellowship in the serene beauty of Tranquility Camp in Andover. Under the theme, “A Taste of Heaven,” the conference will celebrate the unity, love and hope that define its faith as they come together to grow spiritually and strengthen their connection with God.

The conference is honored to welcome distinguished speakers who will share inspiring and transformative messages:

Kettering College Announces New Leadership

Story by Kettering College Staff

As the summer semester unfolds at Kettering College, it brings with it renewed energy, fresh opportunities, and a deep sense of purpose rooted in our mission to educate students for service, leadership, and lifelong learning.

This semester also marks a moment of transition in leadership.

What is the Columbia Union Conference?

Writing and reporting by V. Michelle Bernard, Michele Joseph, Alan Hecht, Monte Sahlin, Kelly Butler Coe, Taashi Rowe and Laverne Henderson.

Many lifelong church members are unaware of the organizational structure and operations of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This article seeks to clarify the history, structure and role of the Columbia Union Conference and its members within the church.

Chesapeake Conference Camp Meeting to Focus on Evangelism

Story by Evan Knott

Chesapeake Conference’s 2025 English Camp Meeting will take place June 17–21 at Highland View Academy in Hagerstown, Md., featuring keynote speakers John Bradshaw (left), president of It Is Written, and Eric Flickinger (below), associate speaker of It Is Written.

Can't Miss Summer Fun at Camp

Summer camp season is about to start! Last summer, more than 600 campers attended at least one of Columbia Union Conference’s camps, where they spent time in nature, playing sports, doing crafts and learning about Jesus. Out of those attendees, 390 chose to follow Jesus.

Find a summer camp near you and register!

Nuts and Bolts of Constituency Meetings

Why do conferences and unions hold constituency meetings, and how do its members nominate and elect leaders? Celeste Ryan Blyden, Columbia Union Conference executive secretary, explains the “nuts and bolts” of this in-depth process.

Adventist HealthCare and WGTS 91.9 Host Prayer Event

Adventist HealthCare Chaplain Ryan Ryan Comeau prays with an attendee

Today, in honor of the National Day of Prayer, Adventist HealthCare and WGTS 91.9 hosted a Prayer and Sticker Stop at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring, Md.

White Oak Medical Center's Spiritual Care team and local clergy members led attendees in prayer and the hospital provided tips and recipes for healthy eating and provided free health screenings. WGTS staff shared station bumper stickers and encouragement to attendees as well.

Video: What is the Columbia Union?

In this video, Columbia Union Conference President Marcellus T. Robinson talks about the roles and functions of the Columbia Union.
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Professionals With a Purpose

Editorial by Kelly Butler Coe

At worship on Monday mornings, our prayer and praise time with the office staff at the Columbia Union Conference is especially meaningful. Every week, I eagerly anticipate a praise report from Rubén Ramos, Columbia Union’s vice president for Multilingual Ministries. His eyes light up—beaming with warmth and joy—as he regularly recounts beautiful stories of people who have decided to give their lives to the Lord.