North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists

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Departments

About

The North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists includes an administration and many ministry and service departments, all of which are listed below. There are also links provided at the end to related organizations and affiliates.

Administration

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Presidential
Providing strategic leadership and supervision to each department and ministry which is a part of the North American Division.
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Secretariat
The Secretariat department provides essential support through six key areas: church policies, missions coordination, human relations, administrative operations, resources, and special initiatives.
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Treasury
Ensuring that every dollar entrusted to our care is managed with integrity and purpose.

Ministries

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Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries
We are the endorsing, training and support hub for Seventh-day Adventist chaplains throughout North America.
Adventist Community Services
We are the community outreach ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church across North America.
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Adventist Media Ministries
Our seven media ministries use multiple media platforms to take people on a spiritual journey to Jesus Christ.
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Children’s Ministries
Children’s Ministries is here to support everyone who teaches and leads children in our churches.
Communication
Our Communication team is passionate about telling the inspiring story of Seventh-day Adventists across North America.
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Deaf Ministries
We are creating spaces where Deaf members are empowered to lead and partner in sharing Christ’s love.
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Disabilities Ministries
We strive to ensure every person can fully participate in worship, fellowship, and service.
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Education
We have the second-largest Christian school system in the world, with more than 7,500 schools in nearly 150 countries.
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Family Ministries
We support strong families as we believe they are the foundation of healthy churches and communities.
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Health Ministries
By connecting together, we can be more effective in promoting the health, healing, and wholeness of the entire community.
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Literature Ministries
Our ministry believes in the transformative power of God’s printed word to change lives and spread the gospel message.
Message Magazine
Message is an award winning, bi-monthly, 32-page religious journal first published in 1898.
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Ministerial Association
We champion ministers as they answer God’s call to be agents of transformation, sharing Christ’s message of hope.
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Multilingual Ministries
We support immigrant congregations and equip leaders to meet the unique needs of diverse language communities.
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Native Ministries
We respect Native heritage while fostering spiritual growth and community development among Indigenous peoples.
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Office of Volunteer Ministries
We connect volunteers to short and long term mission opportunities in our communities and across the world.
Planned Giving and Trust Services
We offer free financial, estate, and gift planning services to help members of all ages and backgrounds.
Public Affairs and Religious Liberty (PARL)
We fight for religious liberty for all while building bridges of understanding across faith communities.
Sabbath School / Personal Ministries
Helping to move our people from spectators to disciple-makers in the areas of Personal, Prison, and Sabbath School Ministries.
Stewardship Ministries
Stewardship is Revolutionary Generosity. It is, first and foremost, about our relationship with God.
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Women’s Ministries
We are a supportive community that nurtures the spiritual, emotional, and social well-being of women at every stage of life.
Youth & Young Adult Ministries
We support youth and young adults to develop in their faith, hope, and wholeness in Jesus Christ.

Services

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Adventist Colleges Abroad
We help North American students get international study experience through the worldwide network of Adventist schools.
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Adventist Learning Community
We are an online platform that strengthens ministry through education and training.
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Adventist Retirement
Our comprehensive retirement services help church workers plan for their future with confidence.
Adventist-laymen's Services and Industries (ASI)
We are a vibrant community of laypeople who are passionate about sharing the love of Christ across the globe.
Archives, Statistics & Research
We serve as guardians of our collective memory and institutional knowledge.
eAdventist Membership Services
Providing software tools for membership management and leaders with data insights to facilitate church vitality and evangelism.
Event Management Services
From conferences to ministry gatherings, our team handles logistics so you can focus on content and connections.
Facilities Management
We serve by managing NAD buildings and property so workers can effectively engage in their ministries.
Human Resource Services
We strive to create environments where everyone can use their God-given talents.
IT Services
We manage information systems, develop technological solutions, and ensure that you have the digital tools you need.
Missionary Services
We work to ensure that missionaries who call the NAD their home, feel seen, heard, and supported during their mission experience. 
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Office of General Counsel
The Office of General Counsel serves as the North American Division’s primary source of legal guidance and oversight.
Philanthropic Service for Institutions (PSI)
PSI equips institutional and lay leaders to facilitate generosity through philanthropic giving.
Production Services
Our team photographs, films and technically produces meetings and events for NAD and our affiliates.
Professional Services
Through design and physical and digital production, we help ministries showcase their message and vision.

Affiliates

Adventist Book Center
Providing your church and family with quality Christian resources that inspire spiritual growth and deepen faith.
Adventist Connect
Through innovative technology, digital evangelism strategies, and a dedicated support network, we help ministries thrive.
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Adventist Risk Management
Our ministry is to protect your ministry.
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AdventSource
Producing and marketing targeted leadership resources and services to assist local congregations in fulfilling their mission.
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Center for Youth Evangelism
Dedicated to providing the tools, training, and support needed to equip the next generation of evangelists.
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Christian Record Services, Inc.
We are an international non-profit organization serving people who are blind worldwide.
North American Division Evangelism Institute (NADEI)
We express the Division’s commitment to inspire a love for evangelism in seminary students, pastors, and lay ministers.
Pacific Press
We are the official publishing and printing ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America.
Seminars Unlimited
We are here to support your evangelistic efforts with quality resources and personalized service.