CONFERENCE NEWS

CLOVIS, Calif. — The Central California Conference announced that on December 14, 2025, the Executive Committee has voted Daniel Gouveia as the new Ministerial Director. He will officially begin his new role on January 15, 2026. We had the opportunity to speak with Pastor Gouveia about his faith journey and vision for supporting pastors across our conference. Following God's Call Pastor Gouveia was born into a young Adventist family in Portugal. His recently baptized parents

CLOVIS, Calif. — The Camp Wawona Lodge Renovation campaign continues to move forward with momentum and gratitude, guided by prayer and the leadership of the Camp Wawona Operations Board. As of Jan. 8, 2026, a total of $122,260 has been raised toward the $150,000 goal to renovate the main lodge at Camp Wawona. The total reflects the generosity of 26 donors, including two anonymous gifts of $50,000 each, which provided a strong foundation for the campaign. With $27,740 remaini

For decades, compassion has been more than a calling for the members of Oakdale Adventist Church—it has been a way of life. At the heart of that ministry is Roger Renslow, whose long-standing commitment, alongside a dedicated team of church members, has shaped a homeless outreach that continues to transform lives across the community. Renslow has been involved in homeless ministry since the mid-1980s. What began with simple acts—feeding individuals along the river from the ba

The Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Company gathered in joyful worship as new believers publicly declared their faith through baptism, led by Pastor Gomez. The service marked a meaningful milestone not only for those entering the waters, but for the entire faith community that has walked alongside them in prayer, study and encouragement. Family members, friends and church leaders witnessed each baptism as a testimony of God’s transforming grace and a commitment to follow Jesu

MONTEREY, Calif. — Two individuals were baptized at the Monterey Peninsula Church on Sabbath following the church’s Christmas Cantata, publicly affirming their decision to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. The baptisms took place in the church baptistry immediately after the musical program and were part of the ongoing spiritual impact of the church’s Pentecost 2025 evangelism initiative. Church leaders attributed the decision to the collective efforts of members

It is with deep sorrow, yet with gratitude for a life faithfully devoted to God’s service, that the Central California Conference announces the passing of Pastor Roland Keith Mulligan on January 9, 2026. Pastor Mulligan began his ministry in the early 1960s and dedicated more than five decades of his life to gospel service, faithfully serving the Seventh-day Adventist Church with humility and a shepherd’s heart. Throughout his pastoral career, he served congregations in South

Central California Conference is pleased to announce that on December 14, 2025, the Executive Committee voted to extend a call to Leah Page to serve as Associate Pastor (Part-Time, Locally Funded) for the Templeton Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church, effective January 1, 2026. Leah Page brings a strong background in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, children’s ministries, worship coordination, and community outreach. Her experience includes serving as a chaplain with Adventist H

Central California Conference is pleased to announce that on December 14, 2025, the Executive Committee voted to extend a call to Daniel Gouveia to serve as the new Ministerial Director, effective January 15, 2026. Daniel Gouveia has served in full-time pastoral ministry for 21 years, fulfilling leadership roles including Senior Pastor at the Fresno Central Seventh-day Adventist Church, Area President, district pastor, devangelist, youth leader, and digital evangelism pioneer

DINUBA, Calif. — Dinuba Junior Academy marked its third consecutive year of participation in the City of Dinuba Christmas Electrical Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, joining hundreds of community members for an evening of celebration and holiday cheer. Students, staff and families represented the school with a festively decorated float, greeting spectators along the downtown parade route. School leaders said the annual event has become an important opportunity for the academy to c

DINUBA, Calif. — Students from Dinuba Junior Academy have been making a meaningful impact in their community through an ongoing partnership with the Dinuba Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church, volunteering twice a month at the church’s Food Bank outreach. Since the partnership began last year, students have helped prepare, sort and distribute food baskets to local families in need. While some students initially expressed hesitation about participating, the outreach has grown

The Central California Conference recently welcomed Pastor Aster Bruce as the new minister of Bakersfield Southside Adventist Church, where he officially began his pastoral duties with an installation service on October 18, 2024. Pastor Bruce brings over two decades of ordained ministry experience to his new congregation, having served in diverse roles across three continents. His extensive background includes 16 years of pastoral work in the North England Conference of the B

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — The Mountain View Japanese Seventh-day Adventist Church welcomed students, families and staff from Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School on Oct. 18, 2025, for a special “Saniku Day” Sabbath worship celebrating faith, testimony and spiritual growth. Saniku Gakuin, which serves more than 360 students—most from non-Adventist homes—was represented by nearly 60 fourth-grade students, along with their siblings and parents, who joined the congregation for

WATERFORD, Calif. — Members of the Waterford Warriors Pathfinder Club led a special Pathfinder Sabbath worship service at the Waterford Seventh-day Adventist Church on Nov. 15, highlighting youth leadership, service and faith-based engagement. Pathfinders participated throughout the worship service, including music, Scripture reading and prayer, and shared highlights from their activities and accomplishments during the year. Church leaders said the service reflected the club’

VISALIA, Calif. — Members of the Visalia Pioneers and Visalia Ark Guardians Pathfinder clubs represented the Central California Conference during the 79th Annual Candy Cane Lane Parade on Dec. 1, participating in one of the city’s longest-running holiday traditions. Led by the Visalia Pioneers Drum Corps, the Pathfinders marched through downtown Visalia, engaging spectators with music and coordinated movement. The clubs’ participation highlighted youth involvement in communit

CLOVIS, Calif. — After returning from a year and half overseas mission work, Bob Clayton of Clovis Adventist Church found himself praying for direction. Though he had moved back to California to be closer to his son and family, he sensed that God still had a ministry for him—he just didn’t know what it was yet. So, he began walking through the community, praying and listening for God’s leading. One afternoon near Fresno State University, Bob encountered a woman sitting at a t

FRESNO, Calif. — On Nov. 26, 2025, the Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists installed a new exterior sign at its headquarters, replacing the previous sign that had served the campus for nearly 30 years. Over time, the old structure had deteriorated, with rotting materials and several letters falling off, making replacement necessary to ensure a reliable and presentable appearance. The new sign reflects the updated branding guidelines of the General Conferen

The Central California Conference expresses appreciation to Pastor Bismarck Castillo , who is concluding his ministry with us this year. Over the past several years, Pastor Castillo has served two congregations in our conference, caring as he walked alongside members in their spiritual journeys. Pastor Castillo first joined the Central California Conference in 2019 , after several years of ministry at the Springdale First Spanish Church in the Arkansas-Louisiana Conference. H

Nearly 80 men from across the Central California Conference gathered this past weekend for the annual CCC Men’s Retreat, themed “The Mandate.” The event focused on calling men not only to personal growth, but to a deeper life of discipleship—grounded in Scripture, strengthened through community, and committed to following Jesus with conviction. The retreat featured keynote messages from David Dean, Brian Simmons, and Anil Kanda, each offering spiritually challenging and encou

CLOVIS, Calif. — The Central California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists has launched a $150,000 fundraising campaign to renovate the main lodge at Camp Wawona, with an anonymous donor pledging to match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000 through Dec. 31, 2025. Nestled among the towering pines of Yosemite National Park, Camp Wawona has served as a spiritual retreat center for generations of families across Central California. The lodge, built in 1958, stands at

Yosemite, Calif. — In February 2025, women from across the Central California Conference gathered at Tenaya Lodge for a transformative weekend retreat that evolved into a powerful experience of healing, connection, and spiritual renewal. Set against the quiet winter beauty of Yosemite, the retreat created a safe space for women to confront the realities of abuse, reclaim their God-given identity, and experience restoration through worship, teaching, prayer, and testimony. Att