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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 Gobella 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

On April 24, the Central California Conference Literature Ministries Department partnered with Fresno Adventist Academy for a special day of outreach in the neighborhood closest to the school. Nearly 60 young people, including students in grades 7–12, along with several parents and teachers, went door to door to pray with families and share Christ-centered literature. By the end of the outreach, 234 copies of The Great Controversy, 254 copies of Patriarchs and Prophets, and 2

FRESNO, CA — On Saturday, May 16, the Fresno Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church became the vibrant epicenter of youth ministry as it hosted the latest stop of the FEJA Tour. The high-energy event drew more than 150 passionate participants, bringing together young people, leaders, and families from local Fresno congregations and surrounding Hispanic churches, with some traveling from as far as San Francisco and Santa María. The day began with a warm, enthusiastic welcome fro

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA — From April 24–26, the pristine surroundings of Camp Wawona in Yosemite National Park served as the breathtaking backdrop for the annual CCC FEJA Teen Camp. A long-standing and highly anticipated tradition, this year’s camp once again delivered an unforgettable experience, combining deep spiritual growth with vibrant youth fellowship. The weekend was designed to give teenagers a meaningful break from their daily routines, offering them a space to

The Hanford Seventh-day Adventist Church recently celebrated the successful completion of its 4th Annual 40-Day Wellness Challenge—an inspiring, community-centered program that continues to serve our church and community. Designed as a Bible-based lifestyle initiative, the challenge once again brought together individuals and families committed to improving their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Running from January through early March, the program combined

La Selva Beach, Calif. (May 7) — Conference leaders, pastors and church members from across Area 3 gathered at the Monterey Bay Academy Church on May 7 for the Area 3 Conference Connects event, a meeting designed to strengthen collaboration, communication and shared commitment to mission across the Central California Conference. Attendees described the gathering as an opportunity to foster unity between conference leadership and local congregations. One pastor referred to the

MONTEREY, Calif. (May 2) — Members from churches across Area 3 of the Central California Conference gathered April 29 through May 2 for a series of revival meetings centered on the theme of hope, faith and spiritual renewal. The first three evenings were held at the Monterey Peninsula Seventh-day Adventist Church, while the final meeting took place at the Monterey Bay Academy gymnasium and was followed by the area’s quarterly gym night. Programs were broadcast live through ch

SANGER, Calif. — The Sanger Bilingual Seventh-day Adventist Church, in partnership with Adventist Health, hosted a Free Community Health Expo on Sunday aimed at promoting wellness, prevention and holistic care among local residents. The event provided attendees with access to basic health screenings, including glucose, hemoglobin, A1C, blood pressure, height and weight measurements, as well as general health assessments conducted by medical providers. In addition to screening

HANFORD, Calif. — A ten-week literature evangelism outreach across the HEAL District is leaving a lasting spiritual impact, as churches report renewed energy for mission and meaningful connections within their communities. From Jan. 3 to March 14, the Central California Conference Literature Ministries Department partnered with SOULS West and the HEAL District churches—Hanford English, Armona and Lemoore—under the leadership of Pastor Julian Kastrati. Together, they carried o