Dr Mandela Thyoka reflects on this year’s FIFA World Cup in Qatar by focusing on England’s Bukayo Saka and his faith in God.
As the World Cup reaches its climax after a gruelling round of matches in the Qatar heat, with Bukayo Saka and England long since departed the tournament, Saka’s profession of faith in God will act as a catalyst for change among his adoring fans. The 21-year-old Arsenal Forward Saka remains the standout star of this World Cup. He bowed out with England’s elimination from…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2022-12-15/1412/
BUC Morning Worship – On Facebook
In April this year, we told you about the regular British Union Conference (BUC) Morning Worships broadcast on Facebook. These worship broadcasts are still running every weekday morning, as they have for over two years now, and we have built up quite a small community. Our regular viewers share their prayer requests, and we’re all getting to know each other quite well. The good news is that YOU can also be part of this community. All you have to do is find us on Facebook at one of the following…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2022-12-15/1411/
December 2022 President’s Video: “The Triumph of God’s Word”
Something incredible happened in Mindoro, Philippines, when we started receiving responses to our “Question of the Day.” That radio contest garnered such a response that we’re planning to do it again, but on a worldwide scale on all our AWR stations! And the prize? A copy of The Great Controversy for all the winners. I can’t wait to see what God will do! Be sure to watch this short video, where I share a few thoughts as we plan for 2023 and beyond. —Duane McKey. AWR President MB01W6THYY1SV7P Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9L5O-EbsXmA
Ivelisse Herrera Named First Female Treasurer of the Inter-American Division
14 December 2022 | MIAMI, FLORIDA – In a special executive committee meeting on December 5, 2022, Inter-American Division (IAD) leaders voted to recommend Ivelisse Herrera for the position of treasurer, following the retirement of Pastor Filiberto Verduzco after more than 22 years of service. According to Interamerica.org, Herrera becomes the first woman to hold […] Source: https://atoday.org/ivelisse-herrera-named-first-female-treasurer-of-the-inter-american-division/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ivelisse-herrera-named-first-female-treasurer-of-the-inter-american-division
Suicide First Aid Awareness
4th December 2022
The British Union Conference Health and Women Ministry Leader Sharon PlattMcDonald organised a one-day event- Suicide First Aid, hosted by Ms. Allison Armstrong, Director of Training, National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training (NCSPET).
The training was arranged with the intent to but not limited to: Create awareness of suicide in our communities Educate participants regarding the stigma of suicide Enhance our response to suicidal intent. Suicide is…Source: https://adventist.uk/news/article/go/2022-12-14/suicide-first-aid-awareness/
