In Santa Bárbara de Samaná, Dominican Republic, a small Seventh-day Adventist Church was earnestly praying. They faced eviction from their rented house of worship with no money or backup plan. “We didn’t know what we were going to do,” the church’s head elder says. “But then God answered our cry.”
This July, the Takoma Academy Chorale will be traveling to New Zealand and Australia to minister in song and service and to participate in the 13th World Choir Games.
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.
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.
Two of Takoma Academy’s most insightful young ladies recently traveled to The Hague to contribute in the discussions about issues that affect citizens around the globe.
Lake Nelson Adventist Academy holds an annual Gospel Concert that also serves as a benefit concert. This year, funds that were raised supported the communities affected by the fires on the island of Maui.
The Columbia Union Conference Office of Education (CUOE) recently honored five educators from across the Columbia Union with Outstanding Educator of the Year awards.
While many high school students choose to enjoy spring break pursuits in warm places, a group of 21 students from Highland View Academy (HVA) chose a path less traveled, venturing to Nome, Alaska, to engage in ministry and community service.