This Month's Issue | Seventh-day Adventist Church

Practical Tips for Organizing a Church Holiday Program

Story by Amanda Blake

Many of the church leaders who spoke to the Visitor for the March/April 2025 issue’s feature article also shared pragmatic advice for congregations hosting meaningful holiday programs that connect people and point them to Jesus.

Start the legwork now by preaching sermons on outreach. Motivate members early.
When pitching the program to your church, ensure everyone understands the rationale behind the event: to connect with people who are seeking a connection with God.

Not Worth the Risk

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Story by V. Michelle Bernard

While some health experts have advocated a small amount of wine for health benefits, Seventh-day Adventists have long been against alcohol consumption in any amount.

No Vale La Pena Correr El Riesgo

Historia de V. Michelle Bernard

Los Adventistas del Séptimo Día han estado durante mucho tiempo en contra del consumo de alcohol en cualquier cantidad, mientras que algunos expertos en salud han abogado por una pequeña cantidad de vino para obtener beneficios para la salud.

Open the Doors: How Holiday Celebrations Bring People to Christ

Story by Amanda Blake

Seventh-day Adventists are celebrating holidays—specifically Easter and Christmas—more than ever before, and several pastors within the Columbia Union Conference say these special days create an ideal time to offer hope and the story of Jesus to the community. So, how are churches taking the focus off of the bunny and jolly old man to share God’s love?

Washington Adventist University Hosts Successful 2025 Music Fest

Academy students attend WAU's 2025 MusicFest.

Story by Simonique Dietz

Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed 176 academy students to its annual Music Fest, Feb. 12–15. Students from Atholton Adventist Academy, Pine Forge Academy, Shenandoah Valley Academy, Spencerville Adventist Academy, Takoma Academy, several academies from outside the union and several homeschool programs gathered for a musical experience that featured band, choir and orchestra performances.