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Blue Mountain Academy Student Shines Light on Experience

Story by Esther Hernandez

Have you ever met someone whose kindness is like a beacon, illuminating the lives of those around them? Loriann Korley (pictured above), a Blue Mountain Academy (BMA) junior, is that rare soul who leaves everyone pondering the profound impact of a simple act of kindness.

Faculty and staff at BMA have witnessed Korley’s kindness firsthand. Matthew White, a math teacher, notes, “I have noticed how she is often singing or humming an uplifting spiritual song.”

During a history class trip and various in-campus activities, Gay Tanamal, the finance treasurer, observed Korley’s leadership talents. “She goes out of her way to help others,” he says.

Kettering College Occupational Therapy Department Holds Culture Lab

At a recent culture lab, Occupational Therapy students at Kettering College get hands-on experience with serving clients with diverse hair textures to ensure comfort and confidence when they step into their careers.

True Education: A Student’s Testimony

Zaida Galva (in robe) and her friends lead students in praise and worship during the baptismal celebration.

Story by Zaida Galva

I can definitely say coming to Shenandoah Valley Academy (SVA) was a God-worked plan. My name is Zaida Galva, and I am a senior from New York City, a place where you are confronted with lots of challenges on a daily basis. City life is extremely fast-paced, and you never really have a chance to establish deep relationships with those around you. That all changed when I arrived at SVA.

Pine Forge Academy Honorees Shine at Annual Awards Gala

Story by Tracey Jackson / Photos by Renee Nixon

Columbus Ghanaian Holds End-of-Year Revival

Columbus Ghanaian church members Patience Adjei and Serwaa Afrifa serve food to the youth and young adults.

Story by Francis Tuffour

The youth and young adults from the English service of the Columbus Ghanaian church recently held an end-of-year church revival. The event was a culmination of the church's yearlong efforts to strengthen the spiritual growth of the youth and community outreach. The focus was on renewal, embarking on the Christian journey and sharing the message of salvation.

New Life Church Converts Room Into Community Library

Rosalind Carter and Valerie Bratten participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the dedication and opening of the Elder Rossi Alfonze Bratten, Jr. Memorial Library.

Story by LaTasha Hewitt

Leaders Engage in New Jersey Conference Pastors-In-Service Conference

Story by Stephen Lee

Earlier this year, New Jersey Conference pastors convened at the annual Pastors-In-Service for a time of reflection, learning and spiritual growth.

ADRA Marks Earth Day by Inspiring Global Action

Story by Iris Argueta

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is spearheading a global movement to inspire communities to #GoGreenWithADRA in honor of Earth Day (April 22). This effort aims to promote environmental stewardship, raise awareness of global environmental concerns, and instill a sense of responsibility in students and individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to a more sustainable planet.

Applications Open For the Lucy Board Scholarship

2024 Adventist HealthCare Lucy Board Scholarship

Story by Adventist HealthCare Staff

The Lucy Byard Scholarship was created to honor the legacy of Lucy Byard and to reaffirm Adventist HealthCare’s commitment to treat all people with respect and dignity. The scholarship will provide needed funding to gifted nursing students of limited financial means.

In this way, Adventist HealthCare will contribute to the greater effort to close the health-disparities and economic-inequity gaps among people of color. Learn more at AdventistHealthCare.com/LucyByardScholarship.

Mountain View Conference Introduces New Prayer Team

Story by Liz Bailey

The Mountain View Conference (MVC) is happy to introduce a new prayer team, comprised of Beth Ackman, Elaine Buchanan, Jenny Gorospe and Gary
Riley.

MVC members can call the prayer team with prayer requests or listen to a devotional every evening at 7 p.m. and every Monday morning at 7 a.m. Callers are even invited to pray with the group if they wish to do so.