News Archive

Salt Lake City Area Youth and Young Adult Candlelight Service

(También español) The West Jordan church in Salt Lake City, UT, had the privilege of hosting an Adventist Youth (AY) candlelight service for young adults, bringing together multiple churches from across the area for an evening of worship and community.

A Message to Our Community Regarding "Honoring God Through Science and Scripture"

Shipping Containers Bring Stability to Lahaina Families

(También español) In the aftermath of the August 2023 wildfires, Lahaina continues to move through a long season of rebuilding and waiting. While news coverage has slowed, daily life for many families remains uncertain.

Strengthening the Family: Returning to God’s First Gift

(También español) Before there was a congregation to gather, there was a couple to unite; before there was a command to go into all the world, there was an invitation to rest together.

Not Just Present: Disabilities Ministries Provides Resources for Accessibility in the Chur

(También español) Bill Davis was born with Primary Immune Deficiency, a condition that compromised his body’s natural defenses, leaving him prone to frequent infections and hospital stays.

Holbrook, Guatemala Missions Move the Needle on Impact

(También español) Over Christmas break, 28 La Sierra University students chose to invest their free time in the wellbeing of others in communities thousands of miles apart.

2026 and Beyond: Rooted in Faith, Focused on Mission

(También español) President Ricardo Viloria shared his vision for the year ahead and reflected on lessons learned during his first full year of leadership.

Oakdale Church’s Homeless Ministry Bears Lasting Fruit

(También español) For decades, compassion has been more than a calling for the members of Oakdale church—it has been a way of life.

Maranatha Company Celebrates Baptism

(También español) The Maranatha company gathered in joyful worship as new believers publicly declared their faith through baptism, led by Pastor Gomez.

More Than a Meal: How Mobile Ministry Is Impacting Lives in Phoenix

(También español) On an ordinary day, Kirk Sorenson and his daughter, Catie, received a call that took them not to their destination but to where they needed to be. 

The Anchor: Fastened to the Rock

(También español) What do you do when you think you’ve had enough? When you’re ready to give up and the impossible challenges look like the end?

The Last Word: Why We Remember

(También español) "Remember" is the first word of the fourth commandment, my Sabbath-keeping parents treated it as more than a word—it was both a sacred command and a holy invitation.

Lending a Hand at HIS: La Sierra Style

(También español) At Holbrook Indian School there is never a lack of projects to complete. From roofing that needs to be replaced to areas that need to be cleaned up to required painting and remodeling, there is always work to be done.

Fundamental Belief Number 23: Marriage and Family

(También español) When God desired to reveal His character to the universe, He spoke to Himself and said, “Let Us make man in Our image” (Genesis 1:26).1 And “in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them” (Genesis 1:27).

Southern Connect - February 2026

Santa Barbara Pathfinder Club Volunteers at the 2026 Rose Parade