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
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
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
Old-School Wisdom for Modern Disciple-Making Sabbath School is experienced in many ways — connection, engagement or sometimes distance. Yet old-school wisdom offers insight for modern disciple-making, helping members of every generation grow in faith. 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
Pastor and Illustrator Creates Children's Christmas Story Comic A few years ago, Alex Skibelsky began developing a biblically based, fun-to-read way to introduce children to the stories of Jesus’ life. He finished his first comic book in time for the 2025 General Conference Session. Read more
Alaska Faithful Seek God's Direction When Alaska Adventists united in Upward: 40 Days of Prayer, God met them with renewed unity and spiritual revival. From this sacred season, a shared vision is now emerging to move His church forward together. Read more
Medford Church Releases Second Worship Album Medford Adventist Church has released a second praise and worship album. All Voices Volume II features 15 new songs and continues the spirit of inclusive worship and community connection. Read more
