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Inspirational Quotes
"It takes more than a busy church, a friendly church, or even an evangelical church to impact a community for Christ. It must be a church ablaze, led by leaders who are ablaze for God."
Wesley L. Duewel
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Prayer - Petition - Praise
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Ministry Openings
Voice of Prophecy/Discovery Mountain: Voice of Prophecy is looking for an associate director/producer for the award winning program Discovery Mountain. More info. www.adventistmediaministries.com
Guam Micronesia Mission of SDA: Many service opportunities available to serve in the Guam Micronesia mission field. Learn More...
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Ministry Movement
Michigan Conference: Chad Bernard accepted the call to serve as Youth Director. He previously served in the Michigan Conference youth department, and as principal of Weimar Academy in California. Learn more...
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Ministry Seekers
There are several experienced youth professionals open to change, but to acquire their names, contact CYE Executive Director at Whitehead@andrews.edu or text (269) 208-1344.
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Adventist Resources
College/Career Prep: This FREE course offered by Adventist Learning Community provides high school students with 9 modules of comprehensive faith based courses in personal management, college and career exploration among other topics. Learn more...
New VBS Program: This program called Jamii Kingdom is created by the North American Division.Through Christ centered activities kids will explore the African Savannah while learning that we are all part of one big family. Learn more...
Voice of Prophecy VBS Program: This new VBS program called Rescued: Safe in Jesus by the Voice of Prophecy is available for pre-order. Learn more...
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Non-Denominational Resources
NIV Kids Visual Study Bible: This Bible provided by ZonderKids is for ages 8-12 provides infographics, maps, photographs, and illustrations to bring the stories of the Bible to life. Learn more...
Parenting Book: This book called "The Art of Parenting" by bestselling authors Dennis and Barbara Rainey provide practical advice for parents by focusing on foundational elements. Learn more...
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Adventist National / International Events
Sonscreen Film Festival / April 4-6, 2019: This annual festival to celebrate christian artists in filmmaking will take place in La Sierra University, Riverside California. Registration for this event is now open. Learn more...
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All Major Adventist World Events
For all updated major around the world adventist events visit www.cye.org
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CYE & Partner Events
180 Symposium / May 7-9, 2019: The theme for this event is Real.Deal.Heal. GenZ and Social Issues. This symposium addresses current issues facing youth ministries, and seeking change through discussion with youth leaders. All papers on the topic can be sent to Gerardo Oudri for consideration oudris@gmail.com
Cruise With a Mission / Dec. 15-22, 2019: Join CWM as we vacation with a purpose. Ports include Ft. Lauderdale (Florida), Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Key West (Florida), and back to Ft. Lauderdale (Florida). Learn more...
Chosen International Camporee / Aug. 12-17, 2019: There will be 50,000 Pathfinders from around the world that will join us at the Chosen International Camporee, all tickets are sold out! Learn more... (269) 471-8380 Download camporee app for ios or android.
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Non-Denominational Events
Collyde Summit / Sept. 13-14, 2019: This summit will be held at Liquid Church in Parsippany, New Jersey, and will have speakers Craig Groeschel, Ravi Zacharias, and more. Learn more...
Ignite Youth Leadership Conference: This multi-state youth leadership conference allows volunteers, and youth workers to come together to share resources on how to impact their local churches. Learn more...
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Pathfinder Information
Translators Needed for CIC 2019: The translation team is looking for volunteers to help translate the nighttime program to Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and French. For more info. contact Gerardo Oudri oudris@gmail.com
The Making of Daniel: Now there are more ways to watch the new behind-the-scenes documentary, The Making of Daniel! Stream it on Amazon Prime (http://amzn.to/2imRlXI) with any compatible device, or watch in on YouTube (https://youtu.be/2MMhz6R5plM)! We're also excited to announce that Spanish subtitles are now available when you watch at makingofdaniel.com and YouTube (click the "CC" button to turn it on). Let us know if there are other languages you'd like to see added! Also, like @makingofdaniel on Facebook (www.facebook.com/makingofdaniel) to get access to exclusive bonus videos, news, contests and more!
August 12-17, 2019 Chosen International Camporee Chosen International Camporee Tickets are officially sold out. : More information www.camporee.org 269-471-8380 or www.cye.org
Final Chosen International Camporee Executive Advisory Committee Date: March 27, 2019, Berrien Springs, Michigan. Anyone welcome. Learn more...
Division Camporees Around the World: Click here
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Research and Surveys
Anxiety and Depression Concern Among U.S. Teens: A recent survey by Pew Research has found that most U.S. teens ages 13-17 are more concerned about anxiety and depression that daily affects their peers than bullying, drug addiction, and drinking alcohol. Learn more...
Millennials and Evangelism: According to research by Barna Group 73% of millennials believe they are equipped to share their faith with others, but almost half (47%) do not think it is right to share their faith with someone from another faith in an attempt to convince them. Learn more...
The Great Commission: Barna Group has created a report in which 50% of participants had never heard of the Great Commission, alarming church leaders. Learn more...
Christian Persecution on the Rise: According to research by Open Door, India is now in the top ten list of countries where it is dangerous to be Christian, as China has also moved up on the list. Learn more...
Why Young People Leave the Church: In a survey done by Lifeway Research in 2017, 66% of Americans age 23-30 stopped attending church citing political and spiritual concerns as a major reason. Learn more...
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Personal Finance
20 Grocery Items that Increase Your Bill: This article for USA Today shares the 20 most expensive common grocery items that are bought every day. Learn more...
8 US Cities for Millennials to buy Homes: According to SmartAsset there are 8 cities that are ideal for Millennials to purchase homes. Learn more...
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Miscellaneous
Adventist Entrepreneur Opens Vegan Restaurant: The Veg Hub restaurant in Oakland, California is run by chef GW Chew who has a passion for helping others, and cooking. Through Veg Hub Chef Chew has reached out to the community through Bible studies, and cooking classes. Learn more...
United Methodist Church Votes on Marriage: After much deliberation, tension, and discussion the United Methodist Church has voted to keep the stance against same-sex marriage, and non-celibate gay clergy. Learn more...
Best Times to Purchase Flights: The travel booking app Hopper, shares the best estimated dates to purchase tickets for special holidays for 2019. Learn more...
The Good News About Worship: In this blog for Christianity Today, Karl Vaters talks about the top 5 positive changes that have been made to worship music. Learn more...
New Bill in Brazil Allows Students to Skip Sabbath Exams: The newly elected president of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro signed a bill in favor of students who are unable to attend exams and classes on the basis of religion and freedom of conscience. Learn more...
Public Service Workers and Loan Forgiveness: According to an article for USA Today people with degrees in public services (teacher, nurse, social worker) can be eligible for loan forgiveness. Learn more...
Break Between Russia and Ukraine Orthodox Church: In a report for Christianity Today for the first time since 1054 the Orthodox church in Ukraine has received the "tomos of autocephaly", or its independence from being tied to the Russian Orthodox church. Learn more...
South Carolina MegaChurch Buys $1.8 Million Parsonage: The Greenville News published an article about The Relentless Church in Greenville South Carolina, and their purchase of a $1.8 million dollar home in an attempt of attracting a "well known" pastor to their mega church. Learn more...
Get Paid to Move to Vermont: According to an article in USA Today, in a plan approved by Gov. Phil Scott the state of Vermont will pay remote workers who decide to settle in Vermont $10,000. Learn more...
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Do You Need A Smile?
What Phillipians 4:13 really means
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Inspiration for the Day
A Community Comes Together to Communicate with a Tiny Neighbor
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