Tucked right in the highlands of Guadalcanal Island is a new primary school named Valasi. Valasi started off as a frontier outpost to reach the mountain people who are struggling with Christianity, heathenism, witchcraft and sorcery. Today Valasi stands as a beacon of hope to the mountain people. Big thanks goes to ADRA Solomon, Media…

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Based on extensive studies of churches around the world, the Natural Church Development (NCD) research project has identified that healthy churches have the following characteristics: Empowering leadership Gift-based ministry Passionate spirituality Effective structures Inspiring worship services Holistic small groups Need-oriented evangelism Loving relationships Globally, the weakest characteristics of our movement include loving relationships and holistic…

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Currently counsellors, social workers and psychologists have joined to form the Adventist Counsellors Network (ACN) to gain support from other professionals. Talking about their experiences of being a Christian in their profession and fulfilling their requirements for continuing professional development, they share resources and ideas about work practices and discuss presentations about relevant topics. Adventist…

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Preparation Time: 10 minutes ◊ Cooking Time: 15 minutes ◊ Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, cut in half ¼ cup red lentils 1 celery stick, diced 1 carrot, finely diced 1 cup reduced salt vegetable stock ¼ cup Sanitarium So Good soy milk ¼ cup cashew nuts, toasted and roughly chopped Directions Pre-heat oven to 200°C. Wrap each…

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There are few things more exciting in a school career than looking forward to moving on to the next class, particularly if you’ve been looking forward to it for over 50 years. Wahroonga Adventist School’s recent approval of a high school building plan and transition into a full P-12 school caused quite a stir in…

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The Depression Recovery Program by Dr Neil Nedley is a community-based psycho-education program that holistically addresses the causes of depression. Run over eight weeks via DVD presentations and facilitated group discussions, it offers practical advice on improving physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.  Ryde Church recently ran this program at Gladesville library, with 11 participants attending.…

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In 1856 the entire population of Pitcairn Island was relocated to Norfolk Island. Pitcairn had become too small for the almost 200 inhabitants, and Queen Victoria gave the former penal colony of Norfolk Island to the Pitcairn Islanders. After a few months some of the Pitcairners returned to their former home, but most stayed on…

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Want to look and feel really great, have a bounce in your step and eyes that sparkle?  “Biggest Winner” is about making winners of everyone that joins in the fun. It’s a competition for South Pacific Islanders that challenges participants to be role models that attract attention to our wonderful Adventist lifestyle.  The competition runs…

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God loves us so much, and He wants to see His image reflected in us so we will stand out in our communities and God’s children in the world will be drawn to Him. Not only is He desperate to see us living the best life possible … He is also desperate for them! Appreciating…

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Do you have a sneaking suspicion that your church may not be as healthy as it could be?  Or perhaps you already know that your church is really unhealthy and are silently crying out for healing and renewal.  What can you do? Pray for the leading of the Holy Spirit and search the Bible for…

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