Story by LaTasha Hewitt
The New Life church in Hampton, Va., celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of its renovation project after several weeks of work and unforeseen challenges marking the transformation of its sanctuary into a vibrant, multipurpose LIFE Center, a space designed to serve both the congregation and the wider Hampton community.
As Highland View Academy (HVA) looks toward 2026, the campus community is energized by a clear vision: to grow, connect and inspire the next generation of Christ-centered leaders. With the new year comes a renewed focus on recruiting and welcoming students who are ready to grow spiritually, academically and personally in a supportive, family-oriented environment.
Nestled in the rolling hills of Hagerstown, Md., HVA continues to offer a distinctive blend of strong academics, vibrant campus life and spiritual formation.
Story by WGTS Staff
Life can get loud. The pace, the pressure, the expectations — they all pile up even before your feet hit the floor in the morning. But God invites you into something gentler. Something quieter. Something healing.
“Beside Still Waters,” put together by WGTS and featuring our three female on-air hosts, is a peaceful seven-day video devotional series designed to help you in the new year to return to Jesus through seven simple, honest steps: stillness, honesty, hope, compassion, forgiveness, purposefulness, and gratitude.
Editorial by Harvey Hahn
Over the years as a cardiologist, I’ve seen one simple truth become clearer with time:
Scripture’s wisdom about the heart—both literal and spiritual—is continually affirmed by experience.
What the Bible has long taught about nourishment, rest, moderation, community and purpose is no longer seen as merely devotional insight or something practiced by a small corner of the world; it is now being embraced at a cultural level with remarkable enthusiasm.
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Story by Debra C. Anderson
The Bridge church—formerly Woodbridge— recently celebrated its 55th anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service at its new home in Manassas, Va. After years of planning, prayer and perseverance through multiple delays, the congregation joyfully marked this milestone, honoring its past while embracing a fresh beginning in a new location.
Story by Evan Knott
Today, the Chesapeake Conference Executive Committee elected Andre Hastick as president of the Chesapeake Conference. Hastick accepted the call and will begin his duties January 1, 2026, following Jerry Lutz’s retirement at the end of the year.
The committee reviewed the conference’s bylaws outlining the role and responsibilities of the president, identified qualities they were seeking in a new leader and engaged in multiple seasons of prayer throughout the deliberation process.
Historia de V. Michelle Bernard / Traducción por Domitila Rosette
Debido al gran apoyo recibido para Pentecostés 2025, la iniciativa de evangelización continuará de diversas formas en el 2026. En las reuniones de fin de año de la North American Division, celebradas en otoño, los asistentes votaron a favor de que la iniciativa continuara bajo el nuevo nombre de “Pentecostés y más allá”.
Historia de V. Michelle Bernard / Traducción por Domitila Rosette
La Columbia Union Conference recientemente contrató a dos nuevos empleados.
Columbia Union Conference leadership will continue hosting monthly Online Prayer Meetings in 2026. Join us on Facebook and YouTube at noon every first Wednesday of the month.
Zoom information for the February 4 meeting is:
Meeting ID: 949 4118 6951
Meeting Passcode: 186294