Story by Tamyra Horst
Pennsylvania Conference’s Williamsport church has distributed 6,000 copies of The Great Controversy in their community over the last two years.
The evangelistic initiative began when member Amy Fulmer heard General Conference President Ted N.C. Wilson challenge the Seventh-day Adventist Church to distribute the books in 2023 and 2024. “We took him seriously,” she shares. “What a blessing it has been!”
Story by Amanda Blake
Many of the church leaders who spoke to the Visitor for the March/April 2025 issue’s feature article also shared pragmatic advice for congregations hosting meaningful holiday programs that connect people and point them to Jesus.
Start the legwork now by preaching sermons on outreach. Motivate members early.
When pitching the program to your church, ensure everyone understands the rationale behind the event: to connect with people who are seeking a connection with God.
Story by V. Michelle Bernard
While some health experts have advocated a small amount of wine for health benefits, Seventh-day Adventists have long been against alcohol consumption in any amount.
Story by Simonique Dietz
Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed 176 academy students to its annual Music Fest, Feb. 12–15. Students from Atholton Adventist Academy, Pine Forge Academy, Shenandoah Valley Academy, Spencerville Adventist Academy, Takoma Academy, several academies from outside the union and several homeschool programs gathered for a musical experience that featured band, choir and orchestra performances.
Summertime is a great time to relax with a good book. We found several books from LivingWell, Potomac Conference’s Adventist Book Center in Silver Spring, Md., and at adventistbookcenter.com, as well as podcasts that are perfect for deepening your knowledge of Adventist history this summer.