This Month's Issue

The Miracle of Blessings, editorial, Tranquility Adventist School, New Jersey Conference, Elaine Lopez

Editorial by Elaine Lopez

I hear the beeping of machines, distant chatter and a grumpy voice calling for attention. These are the sounds of the Emergency Department where I currently find myself just two weeks before school begins.

For the past two years, these sounds have become familiar, as I’ve navigated challenges in every area of my life—particularly with my health and family. However, I have also experienced miracles that have left me in awe, reinforcing my belief that I serve a very real God.

Interested in planning your own short-term mission project with a group? Start by visiting hesaidgo.org.

This site can connect you with current needs, opportunities and additional, invaluable resources from Adventist Risk Management and the U.S. Department of State that are essential to protecting missionaries and avoiding unnecessary risks. The site provides checklists for mission trip planning and packing, while also connecting prospective leaders and volunteers with the most up-to-date information. The site also keeps a running list of short- and long-term volunteer opportunities for individuals.

Saxophonist Douglas Lira and the Southern Asia church's orchestra play "Mine Eyes Have Seen The Glory." Photo by Elsie Tjeransen/AME (CC BY 4.0)

Story by Lori Futcher, Adventist News Network

For many Seventh-day Adventists, when they think of a General Conference (GC) session, music is one of the first things that comes to mind. Carefully curated and globally representative, the music featured throughout the event adds depth, beauty, and cultural richness to the experience—reflecting the worldwide church it serves.