June 2024 | Page 3 | Visitor Magazine

Stephen Richardson photographed the Pine Forge Academy Manor House.

George Washington Stayed on the Property of This Adventist Academy Land

June 13, 2024 by vmbernard

You may already be aware that in the 1940s, Pine Forge Academy (PFA) was established as an institution where Black students could attend high school without facing the racial problems plaguing schools in the South, but did you know it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places?

This Month's Issue

Take a Trip Into Adventist History

June 13, 2024 by vmbernard

Take a road trip with historians Michael Campbell, North American Division director of Archives, Statistics, and Research, and Phillip Warfield, a Ph.D. candidate studying United States 20th Century History at Howard University (D.C.), as they introduce—or for some, reintroduce—several interesting and exciting Adventist spots you and your family can visit this summer.

World Refugee Day: ADRA Shines a Spotlight on the Plight of Refugee Children and the Power of Education

June 12, 2024 by vmbernard

As the world prepares to observe World Refugee Day on June 20 and World Refugee Sabbath on June 15, the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) reaffirms its commitment to bringing attention to the challenges faced by millions of families, women, and children forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, violence, and climate change.

Potomac Conference

Chaplains Recognized for Excellence

June 11, 2024 by Web Administrator

The United States Navy Chaplain Corps encompasses commissioned naval officers who serve as military chaplains within the Navy and the United States Marine Corps. Their primary objective is to foster the spiritual, religious, moral, and personal welfare of Department of the Navy personnel.

Education

Academy Prepares Present-Day Spiritual Leaders, Pine Forge Academy, Ja'Chin Holness, Stephen Richardson, The 361 Podcast, Christophe Whyte, Kory Douglas

Pine Forge Academy Prepares Present-Day Spiritual Leaders

June 11, 2024 by Web Administrator

In the halls of Pine Forge Academy (PFA), a vibrant atmosphere of spiritual growth permeates the campus, nurtured by the dedicated efforts of Ja’Chin Holness, PFA chaplain, and Stephen Richardson, PFA church pastor. Their mission? To equip students with the tools, understanding and fervor to spread their love for God to the world.

Ohio Conference

Education

Home and School volunteers help organize the international vegetarian food fair.

Volunteers 'Plug In' to Enrich Spring Valley Academy

June 11, 2024 by rbacchus

With more than 530 students this year, there are myriad opportunities for volunteers to “plug in” and work alongside SVA faculty and staff to enrich and encourage the students and better the school.

New Jersey Conference

Editorials

Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

June 11, 2024 by rbacchus

During your difficulties or struggles, Jesus is very near to you. He is waiting for you to call out to Him for help.

Afghanistan: ADRA Will Build Homes for Earthquake Victims

June 06, 2024 by vmbernard

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) prepares to break ground to build dozens of quake-proof homes for Afghan homeless families affected by the multiple massive earthquakes that devastated the country in the fall of 2023.

Columbia Union News

Education

This Month's Issue

Who are the 2024 Columbia Union Conference Caring Heart Award Winners?

June 06, 2024 by vmbernard

Congratulations to the 2024 recipients of the Columbia Union Conference Office of Education Caring Heart awards.

Mountain View Conference

The Sermon Heard Around the World

June 04, 2024 by Web Administrator

Story by Liz Bailey

When he joined a nondenominational Facebook group for pastors, D.W. West, pastor of the Charleston Boulevard/Point Pleasant district, never dreamed that someday his decision would take him around the world.