Editorials

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Editorial by Lillian Torres

This editorial was published in the Pennsylvania Conference devotional, Back to the Altar. To order a copy, visit paconference.org/devotional-book.

My first Sabbath experience at the Morris Park Seventh-day Adventist Church in Bronx, N.Y., impacted my life for eternity. Listening to the sermon, I knew I had found the right church. My journey to understanding the Sabbath was gradual, but as I slowly grasped its significance, the Sabbath became a solemn and holy experience.

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Editorial by John Sackett

People often check Yelp before going to a restaurant, read reviews before making a purchase and talk to family or friends before selecting a movie. We are accustomed to having many perspectives in addition to our own impressions – even when making relatively minor choices.

After being baptized, I wanted to share my faith. When a friend who was moving into the area asked me for advice on where to live, I gave him some practical tips and then told him about my newfound faith. He was very interested to learn more, and I was excited to share, but didn’t know where to start.

Chesapeake Conference, Andre Hastick, The Pew-Filling Formula, Seventh-day Adventist church

Editorial by Andre Hastick

As a father of three, I have had my fair share of visits to urgent care. The check-in process is always systematic and predictable. “What brings you in today?” they ask. The patient shares their symptoms, and the doctor eventually provides a diagnosis.