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“But now, O LORD, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter; and we all are the work of thy hand.” — Isaiah 64:8 (KJV) GRIZZLY FLATS, California — More than 400 women and young girls gathered October 16–18, 2026, at Leoni Meadows Camp for the annual Spiritual Retreat of the Hispanic Women’s Ministries of the Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Under the theme “Molded by My Lord,” the 401 attendees, including approximately 50 individuals wh

Through difficult questions, decisions of faith, and a mission that reached the streets of Phoenix, young people from across the Pacific Union discovered that their identity in Christ is also lived out in community. Who am I, really? What is my purpose? How can I remain faithful to God when so many voices are trying to define who I should be? These are questions many young people face as they navigate school, relationships, and everyday decisions. That's why stepping away fro

A high Sabbath of worship, music, and fellowship calls church members and healthcare employees to be the light in their communities. On Sabbath, September 19, 2026, the Visalia Convention Center became a gathering place for faith, friendship, and shared purpose as Area 6 churches and Adventist Health celebrated their first annual Mission Convocation. Centered on the theme “Light: A Day to Shine Together in Faith,” the event highlighted Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:14: “You are t

The Children's Choir sings at the San Jose Hispanic Seventh-Day Adventist Church San Jose Hispanic Seventh-day Adventist Church puts children and adolescents first. That priority is one of the main reasons the church is vibrant and full of young families, children, and youth. Gerson Raul Perla, Director of Children and Adolescent Ministries for the San Jose Hispanic Seventh-day Adventist Church, says, “From the time a mother is pregnant, we anxiously await the birth of the ch

Nearly 300 young adults unite for a weekend of worship, spiritual growth, and community outreach. Nearly 300 young adults, ages 18–35, gathered in San Diego for Pacific Union Conference Impact ‘26 in San Diego, a weekend filled with faith, fellowship, food, and service. Young adults from Northern California Conference, Central California Conference, Southern California Conference, Southeastern California Conference, Hawaii Conference, Arizona Conference, and Nevada/Utah Confe

A Weekend of Faith, Friendship, Leadership, and Unforgettable Memories The 2026 Central California Conference Pathfinder Camporee has ended, but the memories, friendships, lessons, and spiritual experiences will continue long after the tents have been packed away! Under the theme “Stand Firm,” Pathfinder clubs from across the Central California Conference gathered at Fresno Adventist Academy for a weekend filled with worship, fellowship, leadership development, practical lear

Beulah sitting at The Blessing Table outside of Saveco Market in Exeter, CA At ninety-five years old, Beulah is still faithfully laboring in ministry alongside her daughter, Lanora running “The Blessing Table.” Both active members of the Exeter Seventh-day Adventist Church, the mother-daughter duo finds rich purpose in praying with community members and handing out free literature. “It is truly a blessing in talking, praying with people, and listening to their testimonies. We

Dolores Jones with members of her mission group in Zimbabwe “I will never go on a mission trip, never, never. No, I’m not leaving the United States of America.” This was the proclamation Dolores Jones shared with her husband, Dr. Joseph A. Jones, Sr., when he asked her if she wanted to accompany him on his first mission trip to Nigeria. She kept her word that year with every intention of keeping it in the future. However, it wasn’t even a year later when her husband asked the

Summer camp has officially concluded at Camp Wawona and what a season it was! The camp was filled with an array of activities, delicious meals, rodeos, agape feasts, songs, laughter, making new friends, finding community and sensing God’s presence. There was substantial growth from last summer to this summer. Attendance last summer was 188, and this summer attendance grew to 265. One of Camp Wawona neighbors commented, “It was so good to hear camp in session again.” There w

During the recent long weekend, something truly special happened within our FEJA ministry. At Camp Wawona, we gathered with 189 young people and leaders, and from the very beginning, it felt different. It wasn’t just the outdoor activities… It was the way God was moving in each young person. The messages from Pastors Daniel Gouveia and Josué Hernández spoke straight to our hearts, and the Q&A panel… wow. It was a space where many felt safe enough to voice their doubts and lef

Love is why we tell the story... For too much of human history, we have confused how we see ourselves—and how we imagine others see us—with how God sees us. We measure our worth by our successes and failures, by our appearance and abilities, by acceptance or rejection, by the voices around us and, perhaps most painfully, by the voices inside our own heads. But God has been telling us a different story from the beginning. This is part of God’s long game: patiently, persisten

When young adults meet, ready to know, encounter, and experience the goodness of God, transformation is inevitable. This year, the Young Adult Warehouse at Camp Meeting was truly holy ground. Centered around our main theme, “Rooted,” we spent our time exploring three vital areas of our walk: being rooted in faith, rooted in Holy identity, and rooted in resilient relationships. Beyond all the incredible memories, God answered so many prayers and worked miracles right before ou

This year’s Camp Meeting was an incredible experience for our young people, a powerful combination of spiritual transformation, meaningful service, strong relationships, and a whole lot of fun. The greatest celebration of Camp Meeting was seeing young people make decisions for Jesus. Four youth were baptized, publicly declaring their faith and giving their lives to Christ. It was an emotional and unforgettable moment for our entire team. And the impact didn’t stop there. Appr

Zac Page and Family at Family Camp For Pastor Zac Page, stepping back onto the grounds of Camp Wawona this summer felt like stepping back into the camp experience he fell in love with as a child. Zac is currently the pastor of the Templeton Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church, but his personal history with Camp Wawona began during his childhood. He first attended as an 11-year-old camper, returning summer after summer before eventually becoming a camp staff member as soon as

Ricardo Molina (in the center) “I didn’t feel like I was qualified for the job,” explained camp counselor, Ricardo Molina, “but I prayed every night for wisdom, and I felt that prayer was granted.” At the beginning of the summer, Ricardo knew he wanted to find work that was truly fulfilling but he was not sure where to start. Camp Wawona first came up during a casual conversation with his friend, Kody Moreland. Kody eagerly shared exciting stories about his childhood summers

The start of a new school year is always a busy time for educators, bidding the hot summer months farewell and getting back into the routine and rhythm as the semester kicks off. Amidst the excitement, nerves, and anticipation, educators prepare themselves to welcome students back into their classrooms. For the Central California Conference (CCC) educators, the 2026-27 school year began on Monday, August 3, 2026, giving them roughly 10 days to make final preparations for the

Members of the community gather for the Community Shine & Serve Event at Miller Brown Park There are moments in children's ministry when you realize the most important lesson of the week didn't happen inside the church walls. It happened when little hands reached out to serve someone else. That was the story unfolding in Woodlake this summer. Through a $1,200 Kids Rally grant provided by the Central California Conference Children's Ministries Department, the Woodlake Seventh-

The Hispanic Tent at Soquel Camp Meeting, 2026. The 2026 Soquel Camp Meeting was a tremendous blessing to our Hispanic community. Under the theme “Rooted,” the Hispanic Tent became a place where families, children, youth, and adults gathered to worship, fellowship, learn, and grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. The theme “Rooted” reminded us that, just as a tree must have deep roots to remain strong and bear fruit, our lives must be deeply rooted in Christ. Being ro

Newly elected Pacific Union Conference officers for the 2026-2031 quinquennium are (L-R): Manuel “Manny” Vitug, vice president for Asian Pacific Ministries; Yohalmo Saravia, vice president for Hispanic Ministries; Alberto Ingleton, executive vice president; Stephen Mayer, treasurer (incumbent); Marc K. Woodson, president; Sandra E. Roberts, executive secretary (incumbent); James P. Willis II, vice president for education (incumbent); Leon Brown Sr., vice president for Black M

The Japanese word Michibiki means guidance, leading, or being led. In Scripture, the story of God’s people is often a story of divine leading. From Israel’s wilderness journey to the disciples’ mission to the ends of the earth, God has guided His people through uncertainty, hardship, and waiting. Through every trial, His sustaining care has kept the flame of mission alive. On May 1–2, 2026, the Mountain View Japanese Seventh-day Adventist Church gathered to celebrate 100 year