Weekly News & Updates | May 30, 2024 | |
Congratulations to Our Graduates! | |
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On behalf of the Atlantic Union Conference, we say "congratulations" to all of our graduates! Your hard work and dedication have paid off. May God continue to bless and guide you through new adventures and possibilities. We also say a special "thank you" to all hard-working school administrators, teachers, staff, and volunteers who give their all each day. We see you, and we appreciate you. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable summer.
Atlantic Union Conference Communication and Gleaner staff
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Young Adults Make a Difference in Taiwan | |
Missionary volunteers pose for a photo during the Mission Impact Taiwan mission trip with Teddy Williamson, Southern New England Conference Young Adult and Youth Sabbath School director, white shirt. [Photo provided by E. Michelle Maitland] | |
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Young adults from the Southern New England Conference made a lasting impact during "Mission Impact Taiwan" (MIT), a spring mission trip to Yuchih in the center of Nantou County, Taiwan. The missionaries taught English, held evangelistic series, led song services, provided special music, and participated in community service. MIT was also honored to conduct the first series of VBS classes at a local public elementary school. At the culmination of the evangelistic series, two individuals were baptized, with others committing to future baptism. Indeed, there is joy in heaven!
E. Michelle Maitland, volunteer, Southern New England Conference
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Adult Education Ministry Empowers Local Community | |
Josue Nico, Utica International church pastor, right, poses for a photo as adult education students proudly display their certificates of completion. [Photo provided by the Utica International church] | |
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The Utica International church in Utica, New York, offers a free adult education program open to all community members, regardless of religious affiliation. The courses are designed to provide accessible, high-quality education to anyone interested in improving their skills and knowledge. The program is ideal for individuals seeking new qualifications, improving job prospects, or simply for personal enrichment. Sponsored by the Sabbath School department, the news of ESL/ELL and Consumer Math classes quickly spread to the Congolese, Karen, and Spanish communities. The program has graduated several groups since its inception in 2022, and another graduation ceremony is planned for this month.
Communication team, Utica International church
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Volunteers Needed: AMEN and Pathway Free Clinic in Brooklyn, New York | |
Volunteers are needed in Brooklyn, New York, June 6-9, for the AMEN and Pathway Free Clinic hosted by the Hanson Place church at the Hanson Place Community Plaza. Dentists, hygienists, and optometrists are especially needed. Scan the QR code or register at amenfreeclinic.org.
Click HERE to download a sharable event flyer.
Source: Northeastern Conference Health Ministries and AMEN (Adventist Medical Evangelism Network)
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Do you have an alumni weekend, church event, or special event happening at a church, school, or other entity within the Atlantic Union? Click HERE to let us know! | |
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May 31-June 9
Gospel Medical Missionary Training sponsored by Northeastern Conference Health Ministries and Eden Lifestyle. Topics covered include Bible evangelism, massage, nutrition, "God's Farmacy," and more. Classes offered in person and online. Click HERE for class times and registration information.
June 9; 2 p.m.
Memory Sunday 2024 is a day to raise awareness about memory loss and Alzheimer's disease. Join in person at the Berea Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 Seaver St., Dorchester, MA, or online on YouTube and Facebook. For more information, call the church: (617) 427-2500 or the City of Boston: (617) 635-3745. RSVP requested but not required.
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July 7-9
North Country Women's Retreat sponsored by New York Conference Women's Ministries at Camp Cherokee in Saranac Lake, NY. Guest presenter: Lynn Ortel. For more information, contact Barbara Bridgers, barbara@nyconf.org, or call (315) 469-6921.
July 21-27
USA Skills Week at Union Springs Academy for students in grades 8-12 during the 2024-2025 school year. For more information, call (315) 889-7314, or click HERE.
September 20-22
Union Springs Academy 60th Annual Alumni Weekend. Honor classes: '44, '49, '54, '59, '64, '69, '74, '79, '84, '89, '94, '99, '04, '09, '14, and '19. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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Atlantic Union Conference Announcements | |
Special Day of Prayer
Join the Atlantic Union Conference Prayer Ministries for a special day of prayer on June 5, 2024. Pray at 8 a.m., 12 noon, and 5 p.m. Praying for the election of a new Atlantic Union Conference president, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, evangelism, our families, and peace.
Zoom Meeting ID:
990 4296 1799
Passcode: 201196
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"Preaching Training" for Women
Learn the importance of preaching, how to analyze biblical stories, organize a sermon, discover the art of public speaking, and more. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link, but there is no cost. The courses are available in English and Spanish. Scan the QR code to register. For more information, call (978) 368-8333, or email lfresse@atlanticunion.org.
Click HERE for English seminar information.
Click HERE for Spanish seminar information.
Upcoming Training Dates: June 22; July 27
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About Atlantic Union Conference
Founded in 1901, the Atlantic Union Conference is the headquarters for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the northeast United States and the islands of Bermuda. It serves six conferences, more than 134,701 members in 617 churches and 93 groups, 43 schools, and numerous community-based ministries.
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