WWU Celebrates 35 Years of Friendship Tournament Walla Walla University recently celebrated the 35th annual Friendship Tournament, bringing nearly 300 athletes from 14 Adventist high schools together for a weekend of basketball, competition and connection. Read more
Pentecost Prayer Train Calls Washington Conference to United Prayer In September 2025, 65 members gathered in Bellingham for something simple yet deeply intentional: prayer. There were no keynote speakers and no elaborate programming. Instead, voices joined in confession, intercession and praise. Read more
Handal Installed as Walla Walla University Church Lead Pastor Albert Nejib Handal was formally installed as Walla Walla University Church lead pastor on March 14, 2026. Read more
5 Strategies to Reach Your Wellness Goals We all want to experience more health, energy and joy. When it comes to achieving your health and wellness goals, it’s important to have a plan in place to keep you on track. Read on for tips to help you stay motivated to reach your health goals. Read more
NPUC Reaches 13-Year Baptismal Record The year 2025 was a strong year for church growth in the Pacific Northwest, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth and reaching a 13-year high with 2,268 baptisms and professions of faith. Read more
Record Number of NPUC Pathfinder Teams Advance to PBE Final Thirteen Pathfinder teams met at Chehalis Church on March 8, 2026 to compete in the annual North Pacific Union Pathfinder Bible Experience, hosted by Washington Conference. All 13 teams are progressing to the division PBE round — a record for NPUC! Read more
Freedman to Retire After 45 Years of Ministry After 45 years of dedicated service as a pastor and administrator, John Freedman, North Pacific Union president, announced plans to retire. He will remain in his role as president until the NPUC constituency session in August 2026. Read more
NPUC Academy Alumni Needed for Research Study Dr. Melody Ezpeleta, DMFT, Walla Walla University associate professor of psychology, is seeking individuals to participate in a research study to further understand the experience of students & their mental heath while attending Adventist academies. Read more
UCC Reorganizes Family Ministries Upper Columbia Conference is reorganizing its approach to family ministries — incorporating men’s, women’s and children’s ministries under the youth and young adult leadership team. Read more
