The Columbia Union Conference coordinates the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s work in the Mid-Atlantic United States, where 150,000 members worship in 860 congregations. We provide administrative support to eight conferences; two healthcare networks; 81 early childhood, elementary and secondary schools; a liberal arts university; a health sciences college; a 49 community services centers; 8 camps; 5 book and health food stores and a radio station.
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.
Story by Liz Bailey
This summer, the staff at Valley Vista Adventist Center in Huttonsville, W.Va., welcomed children, aged 7–16, to Mountain View Conference’s “treasure in the hills.” The camp’s passionate and dedicated team is committed to creating a safe, fun and spiritually enriching environment for every camper, knowing that these experiences can make a difference in the lives of young people.
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Board games continue to be a popular hobby—especially for people looking to get off their phones.
Many churches across the country are hosting game nights, providing a relaxed opportunity for fellow game enthusiasts to connect. Why not use this trend as a ministry opportunity at your church or in your home? Here are two games created by Seventh-day Adventists you might want to add to the mix.
Story by V. Michelle Bernard