Stories & Commentaries

About Stories & Commentaries

From time to time, the North American Division shares commentaries on issues and/or events important to Adventists in this division. We also publish stories, which sometimes include interviews and features, to inspire our leaders and members.

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Southwestern Adventist University Hosts 22nd Annual Hoops Classic

January 25-28, 2017, marks the 22nd anniversary of Southwestern Adventist University’s Hoops Classic. This year, 48 teams from all acroos the United States converged on the Southwestern campus for a weekend of basketball, friends, and spiritual activities. Several local Christian schools also participated.

Carl Cosaert

Carl Cosaert, Walla Walla Professor, Named President of Adventist Theological Society

Carl Cosaert, a Walla Walla University professor of biblical studies, was named president of the Adventist Theological Society (ATS) in November 2016, following a two-year term as president-elect.

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Burman University Board Votes New President

On Feb. 6, 2017, the Burman University board of trustees voted Loren Agrey to serve as the institution’s 25th president.

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Union College Expanded Nursing Simulation Center Preps Students for Real Practice

For nursing students like Zachary Krall, learning to make life and death patient care decisions can be a daunting challenge.

A Call to Care for Refugees

Throughout the Bible God instructs humankind to welcome strangers and treat them as equals — with love, care, and respect. Furthermore, in Matthew 25, Jesus raises the bar and says we should treat strangers much better than ourselves. We are to treat them as we would treat God.

Adventists Respond to the Call to Care for Refugees

Throughout the Bible God instructs mankind to welcome strangers and treat them as equals — with love, care, and respect. Furthermore, in Matthew 25, Jesus raises the bar and says we should treat strangers much better than ourselves. We are to treat them as we would treat God.

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Adventist Communicators Receive Awards at Adventist Ministries Convention

The 2017 Adventist Ministries Convention recognized excellence in various ministries through presenting dedicated leaders with an award.

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Refuge and Revelation Center Serves Arizona's Refugees

It is estimated that 4,000 refugees made Arizona their home during the last year. The Arizona Conference has taken a major role in providing services for these people in transition.

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Articles/Videos on Outreach to Refugee and Immigrant Populations in North America

The North American Division has made an effort to help refugee and immigrant populations — and to share the Adventist message of hope and wholeness to brothers and sisters across the divison.

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La Sierra University Remembers Lisa Kohlmeier, Associate Professor of History

With prayers, tears, and a touch of humor, La Sierra University students, faculty, and staff gathered on Jan. 26, 2017, to recall the many ways Lisa Kohlmeier, associate professor of history, had affected their lives and hearts.