Stories & Commentaries

From Other to Brother: Reaching Out to Refugees and to Our Muslim Neighbors
The past few weeks have been confusing for the refugee community, especially for those coming from the Middle East. It is unclear how the travel ban would be implemented; and many refugees suddenly felt linked to terrorism even though the data shows otherwise.

"Is This Thing On?" Facebook Live Event to be Held at Union College
In a first, Adventist church leaders in North America will meet with students gathered at Union College to answer questions via audience and social media during a Facebook Live event on March 14, 2017.
Film on Desmond Doss's Life Receives Two Academy Awards
“Hacksaw Ridge,” a film that tells the story of Desmond T. Doss, the Seventh-day Adventist army medic who became the first conscientious objector to win the Congressional Medal of Honor, won two Oscars at the 89th Academy Awards on February 26.

Southern Alumni Premiere Docudrama about Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Several alumni of Southern Adventist University’s School of Visual Art and Design took on key roles in a recent film about Dietrich Bonhoeffer, "Come Before Winter."

La Sierra University To Collect 1,000 Pairs of Shoes for Souls in Need
Sneakers, boots, sandals, and other types of shoes in various colors lined the steps leading to the sanctuary platform at La Sierra University Church in Riverside, California, on Jan. 26, a cornucopia of footwear that will soon protect the soles of those in need.

Southwestern Adventist University Breaks Ground on New Building
Southwestern Adventist University (SWAU) broke ground on the new Larry R. Moore Nursing and Administration Building during a special ceremony at 12 noon on Feb. 21, 2017.
Oakwood University President to Attend Special Meetings in Washington, D.C.
On Feb. 6, 2017, I had an important conversation with Cheryl Smith, our United Negro College Fund (UNCF) senior vice-president for Public Policy & Government Affairs, regarding the president's planned agenda for higher education.

When Radio Went to the Movies
On Nov. 4, 2016, an unprecedented outreach opportunity was presented to the Adventist Church with the release of “Hacksaw Ridge,” the movie about Desmond Doss.

Andrews University Releases Unique Edition of "Steps to Christ," Marking 125th Anniversary
Long-time admirers and first-time readers of Ellen G. White’s Steps to Christ will get an innovative look at a hallmark of Adventist literature in an elegant new makeover, according to Andrews University Press.

Black History Month Feature Articles
In recognition of Black History Month in the United States, here are links to articles on African-American Adventists who have impacted their country and their world.