Who We Are, How We Serve

The Columbia Union Conference, established in 1907 to coordinate the Seventh-day Adventist Church's work in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia, is part of the worldwide Protestant denomination of 23 million members in more than 212 countries. At the union level, we connect and provide administrative leadership, governance and support services to our conferences, schools, health care networks and ministries. Each year, our organizations sponsor programs and projects that address human needs, improve quality of life and introduce people to Jesus. Read our Mission, Values and Priorities.

We Believe

God is love, power, and splendor—and God is a mystery. His ways are far beyond us, but He still reaches out to us. God is infinite yet intimate, three yet one,
all-knowing yet all-forgiving.

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WGTS 91.9 Welcomes Sold-Out Third Day Concert

Mac Powell leads the crowd in worship

Story by Jerry Woods

More than 6,000 WGTS 91.9 listeners got together for a trip down memory lane at the Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour.  Fan favorite Zach Williams opened the show with some of his biggest hits.  Then, Third Day spent close to two hours singing their most popular songs from the past three decades. It’s the first time in more than a decade that the original members of the band played together.

“The crowd almost never sat down. People of all ages were singing along with every word of every song,” said WGTS director of promotions and community engagement Ken Scribner.

Mountain View Conference Elects Walter Cardenas as Executive Secretary

Yasmi and Walter Cardenas

Story by Liz Bailey

Delegates to the Mountain View Conference (MTV) Executive Committee recently elected Walter Cardenas to serve as executive secretary, a position formerly held by Victor Zill, conference treasurer. 

“Pastor Cardenas is a servant leader who is already highly respected by our entire team, both in the office and by our pastors and teachers,” states Tim Bailey, conference president. “His skills and love for our people make him a logical choice to serve our Lord and our constituents. We are very pleased that he has accepted this new role in our conference.” 

Building Friendships on the Slopes

Building Friendships on the Slopes, New Jersey Conference, Montage Mountain Resorts, Poconos

Story by Carl Rodriguez, Youth Ministries Director

One of New Jersey Conference’s ministry goals is to provide wholesome, year-round recreational opportunities where youth and young adults can invite friends and enjoy themselves. This year, around 240 ski and snowboard enthusiasts gathered at Montage Mountain Resorts in the Poconos for fellowship and to sharpen their skills on the slopes.

Experience ‘Joyful Living’ at Camp Meeting 2026

A memory from the 2021 Pennsylvania Conference Camp Meeting

Story by Tamyra Horst

Each summer, church families from across Pennsylvania gather on the campus of Blue Mountain Academy for one of the most anticipated spiritual events of the year—the Pennsylvania Conference Camp Meeting. Scheduled for June 12–20, this powerful and fun week offers a chance to step away from the busyness of life, reconnect with God and enjoy meaningful time with fellow believers.