“If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face … then I will hear from heaven” (2 Chron. 7:14).
In fall 2025, Alaska Conference entered a sacred season of prayer and discernment, seeking the Lord’s guidance for the mission of His church across the vast and beautiful landscape of Alaska. From Sept. 7 to Oct. 16, 2025, congregations across the state united in Upward: 40 Days of Prayer, setting aside time each day to listen for God’s voice and align their hearts with His will.
Twice daily — at 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. — believers gathered on Zoom, an average of 50 in the mornings and 40 in the evenings, joining from Barrow to Bethel, Kodiak to Ketchikan, Tok to Togiak, and Anchorage to the Matanuska Valley. Prayers and songs were lifted in English, Samoan, Spanish and Yupik, reflecting the beautiful diversity of Alaska’s Adventist family. Though separated by great distances, participants testified to a deep sense of unity, encouragement and spiritual renewal, reaffirming the conviction that prayer is the lifeline of the church.
This shared experience was so meaningful that, at the request of members, conference prayer gatherings are continuing indefinitely on weekday mornings at 6:00 a.m. — an ongoing invitation to seek God together.
This season of prayer culminated with Forward: Discovering God’s Vision, a visioning weekend held Oct. 17–19, 2025 at Korean Adventist Church in Anchorage. Representatives from more than 90% of the churches, along with the conference executive committee and administration, gathered for worship, testimony and prayerful conversation.
Participants were placed into six diverse discussion groups, intentionally representing urban, rural and bush communities. Guided by thoughtful questions, conversations focused on mission priorities, education, youth engagement, financial sustainability and strengthening unity across congregations. Many shared a renewed sense of calling, humility and gratitude as they reflected on God’s faithful leading through the unique challenges and opportunities of ministry in Alaska.
One of the key outcomes of the weekend was the formation of a 12-member “Dream Team,” tasked with carrying the vision forward. Meeting with conference administration the weekend of Nov. 22, 2025, the team began consolidating insights into a three-year strategic plan, including a mission statement, clear goals and objectives, and foundational pillars to support the work throughout the state.
This collaborative journey — members, leaders and administration seeking God together — reflects a shared desire to move forward as one body. As the Holy Spirit has guided each step thus far, we trust He will continue to lead, aligning the conference’s mission, ministries and resources with God’s divine purpose for His work in Alaska.
