Story by V. Michelle Bernard / Photos by Kelly Coe
As members gathered for the Columbia Union Conference’s quarterly Executive Committee meeting, they heard reports of mission in action from across the Columbia Union.
In his worship thought, Stephen Lee, president of the New Jersey Conference, shared, “Everything we do is an act of worship.”
Story by Potomac Conference Staff
Potomac Conference’s Takoma Academy in Takoma Park, Md., recently hosted the Mid-Atlantic Adventist Robotics Qualifying Event for the FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) Championship.
The Potomac Conference, TA and Adventist Robotics partnered to hold the event, bringing together Seventh-day Adventist middle school robotics teams from across the Mid-Atlantic states within the Columbia Union to showcase their innovation, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Pathfinders from across the Columbia Union Conference are gathering March 14 for the Columbia Union Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE). Please note this event is not open to the public.
Follow the Visitor’s TikTok, Facebook and Instagram accounts to see where your local club places, as well as photos and videos of the fun!
We will also place the placements here when the event is over!
Story by Jerry Woods
WGTS 91.9 listeners gave from the heart again by sponsoring children in Haiti during a recent Micah Tyler concert in Virginia. For the last few years, WGTS has worked side by side with Holistic Haitian Alliance (HHA) to support the Kay Anj Village in Haiti.
For three years the station helped to raise money for HHA by rappelling off the top of a hotel in Tysons Corner, Virginia, for an event called “Over the Edge.” This year, the two organizations decided to do a benefit concert instead.
Story by Nathan Moravetz
Teaching has always been a big part of my life. My mom, grandma and sister were teachers, so, growing up, I wanted to model after them. Later, I spent five summers working at summer camp and came to realize that the most rewarding part for me was being a positive influence on young people.
After my first two years of college, I took a year off to be a student missionary, working as a boys’ dean in Michigan. But I yearned to serve overseas. One day, my friends and I started a conversation about being teachers on the island of Yap, and before we knew it, we were serving on the small island in the Pacific Ocean.
Story by Liz Bailey
Recently, the Mountain View Conference (MVC) celebrated ordination services for three of its pastors.
Story by Ohio Conference Staff
In 1925, Ohio Conference’s First Church of Seventh-day Adventists in Cincinnati established a school on William Howard Taft Road. Many years later, the school became known as Cincinnati Junior Academy and, in 1969, relocated to its current Clifton Avenue campus, continuing its mission under the name Clifton Christian Academy (CCA).
“For 100 years, our school has been dedicated to academic excellence, faith-based learning and the development of servant leaders. Our mission extends beyond our faith community to serve the community at large,” says Mike Ellis, board chair of the school.
Story by LaTasha Hewitt
The Germantown church in Philadelphia recently celebrated its 55th anniversary with a worship experience honoring God’s faithfulness, the church’s rich history and the people who have shaped its legacy. Members, families, former leaders and friends gathered for worship, reflection and celebration.
Story by Bruce Banner, Pastor
Excitement filled the air December 20, 2025, as a celebration took place over the 105th anniversary of the Jersey City Heights English church, which was founded by German immigrants who built the edifice with their own hands.
