In this episode, Pastor Ted Wilson talks about reaching the cities, specifically how we can bring God's message to their dwellers. Northeastern Towers Annex is a newly opened housing facility in New York City. Seventh-day Adventists get involved in this project by ministering to the community's most vulnerable settlers. More so, with the presence of government and civic leaders during the opening, the volunteers grabbed the opportunity to share with them our mission and vision. True enough, being of help to people in need is core to who we are as Seventh-day Adventists. Over the years, much of the world's population has gone to the world's large cities. With this, God is calling us to reach them. Some years ago, we placed a renewed emphasis on Mission to the Cities. We need this same emphasis today as we move forward with the work. In Medical Ministry, p. 304, Ellen White wrote, "There is no change in the messages that God has sent in the past. The work in the cities is the essential work for this time. When the cities are worked as God would have them, the result will be the setting in operation of a mighty movement such as we have not yet witnessed." With this message, we have to prepare spiritually, guided by the Holy Spirit. As we work for the cities, let us pray for the latter rain to fall in abundance. However, we can only accomplish it through revival and reformation. Aside from this, we have to submit to God's Word and the Spirit of Prophecy with prayer and faith. Also, we need our pastors and laypeople. As indicated by the Spirit of Prophecy, we even have to work with health professionals in a "blended ministry." With the support of our denominational organizations and ministries, we can win souls. Now, the power to accomplish this task does not come from human beings, committees, or policies. Instead, it is in God's Word, Spirit of Prophecy, Holy Spirit, and diligent prayer. Our united message is that of New Jerusalem. During His triumphal entry, Jesus saw the old city and wept over it. "If you had known, even you, especially in this your day, the things that make for your peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes" (Luke 19:41-42). Jesus' sadness was for the people of Jerusalem. Specifically, they lacked responsiveness to His love, salvation, and Word. Likewise, are we weeping for the people in the cities of this world? The time to grieve is now! As such, let us plead for the Holy Spirit to guide us in accomplishing the task God has entrusted us. Let us dedicate ourselves to His plan, reaching as many souls as possible for Him. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDyXyTF7PPY

Did you know that Jesus Christ is our Judge and Advocate? In this episode, learn about the Project Redirect in Brooklyn, New York. The program helps young people in trouble with the law reform their lives and return to society as new individuals. Likewise, Jesus is our advocate and judge in the courtroom of heaven. He serves as our High Priest, Who intercedes with the Father on behalf of our sins. If we ask for forgiveness, God is faithful and willing to forgive us. With this, He gives us a chance to be saved. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YsbE8_15jI

We need to raise up young people who can spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. Mentorship is so important. The leaders of today–working with, mentoring, training and then allowing our young people to lead. This week, Sam, Benjamin, and Gary talk about the importance of mentorship and the future of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. —
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As you know, James and Ellen White were two of the pioneers of the Adventist faith? In this video, you’ll get to know their humble beginnings. Specifically, learn how putting God first enabled them to establish the early Adventist churches. In 1843, James became an ordained minister. Significantly, one thousand people joined the Advent movement through his preaching. Still, he continued preaching. Meanwhile, Ellen grew up in a childhood accident. Her family decided to believe in the Bible rather than the traditions of their church. As they put God first, they were forced out. James and Ellen met after the Great Disappointment on October 22, 1844. In 1846, they got married. They didn’t have a home during the first six years of their marriage. In November 1848, God showed Ellen a vision telling her that James should start printing a paper. Printing then was expensive and seemingly impossible. However, putting God first, the funds began coming in from readers whose lives were transformed by the paper. Eventually, in 1849, James published the present truth. It became the Review and Herald in 1850. Significantly, Whites and their fellow pioneers’ small group grew. It paved the way for the establishment of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in 1863. James didn’t finish high school. However, he was able to found four journals, two publishing houses, and one college. This educational institution is now Andrews University. He organized its denomination, served as its leader, and published its hymnals. Alongside, James was an entrepreneur. For instance, he was into real estate. On the other hand, Ellen was a visionary. She confirmed the study of the Scriptures and supported the growth of the early Adventist churches. Despite losing their two sons, James and Ellen didn’t give up. Indeed, they put God first even when it cost them everything. Their courage inspires us today as Jesus’ redeeming love compels us to put His kingdom first. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XC6U168L8XE

This week on ANN. Thousands of Venezuelans have migrated to Colombia because of the economic and political situation. Many in Venezuela have no safe place to live and no money to buy food or health care. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) in Colombia and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have partnered since 2018 to offer services to migrant families. Its latest partnership project, coined as SHAWA, which stands for Actividades Optimizas de Salud y Wash (Optimized Health and Wash Activities), for migrants in Colombia, has been offering primary health services. More than 114,000 persons have benefitted from the ADRA Colombia and USAID partnership through health services. Two people from East Taraka Seventh-day Adventist Church in Papua New Guinea have been confirmed dead. Others are in ICU after being involved in two separate motor vehicle accidents on the way to a Pathfinder Camp in Lae, Morobe Province. According to a Facebook post, the first accident involved a Pathfinder director driving a group of young Pathfinders to a camp organized by the Morobe Mission youth department. Sadly, the Pathfinder director died, and many of the Pathfinders are currently in ICU at Lae’s Angau Memorial Hospital. After the accident occurred, a parent was notified and decided to travel to the accident site but was killed in a separate accident along the journey. Adventist Record will provide updates. Loma Linda University (LLU) Children’s Hospital has been recognized as a recipient of the Gold Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization for 2021. The Excellence in Life Support Award recognizes centers that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to evidence-based processes, quality measures, staff training, continuing education, patient satisfaction, and ongoing clinical care. LLU Children’s Hospital was selected as a Center of Excellence for demonstrating extraordinary achievement in the following three categories: (a) Excellence in promoting the mission activities and vision of ELSO, (b) Excellence in patient care by using the highest quality measures, processes, and structures based upon evidence, and (c) Excellence in training, education, collaboration, and communication supporting ELSO guidelines that contribute to a healing environment for families, patients, and staff. The La Soufiére volcano erupted for the first time after 40 years, sending an ash plume 6.2 miles high into the sky and reaching as far as to affect Barbados, Grenada, and Saint Lucia. The resulting ashfall was very heavy in the surrounding areas, reaching nearby islands and halting air traffic. An estimated 23,400 people were displaced to the southern end of St. Vincent Island and some neighboring countries. According to its global emergency response mechanisms, ADRA declared an emergency category two response and rapidly provided food assistance to displaced people at nine shelters. ADRA has already distributed more than 87,000 hot meals. In Panama, a small congregation of Seventh-day Adventists recently launched a community-wide impact initiative across the financial district of Panama City, a metropolitan area still dealing with the challenges brought on by the pandemic. The activity, coined as “Be a Hero, Save Lives,” was organized by the Bella Vista Adventist Church and featured a blood drive and free medical check-ups. Dozens of persons in the community were assisted when preventive health care can make a difference in their lives. ADRA in Bulgaria is responding to the continued COVID-19 crisis through a series of projects that will target thousands of Roma, homeless, and socially vulnerable persons in Bulgaria. Health indicators show Bulgaria falls behind most countries in the European Union in economics and life expectancy. The rate of adult smoking and alcohol consumption is also the highest in the EU, with more than one in four adults smoking daily. Local reports indicate the general population opposes being vaccinated and dismisses federal mandates to keep safe, such as wearing a mask and keeping six feet apart. According to official findings published in February, only 10 percent of Bulgarians are willing to be vaccinated compared to 52 percent who have refused. Adventist HealthCare recently earned a spot on the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces 2021 in the Washington, D.C., United States. Advent Healthcare was the only provider of medical services on the list of 200 employers from public and private industries, non-profits, and government agencies. Adventist HealthCare was one of only 12 organizations that The Post honored in the “Largest Companies” category. For more Adventist news and current events, go to Adventist News Network. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbk1fYr4CJo