ABEMAMA, KIRIBATI — A remarkable Sabbath at Kauma Adventist High School witnessed a powerful display of faith and unity as 75 individuals, including 71 students and 4 adults, publicly declared their commitment to Christ through baptism. This milestone marks a significant moment not only for the school but for the entire Abemama community.

To God be the glory! It was indeed a wonderful sight to witness 14 souls give their lives to Jesus through the waters of baptism, concluding the powerful week of prayer at Fulton Adventist University College.

This week, from March 4–9, the 2025 Ministers Conference is underway with the powerful theme: “I WILL GO TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH – Here Am I, Lord, Send Me.” This gathering is a time for spiritual renewal, learning, and recommitment to God’s mission.

As part of the Fiji Mission Ministerial Retreat, the TPU Walk4Life program took center stage on Sunday, focusing on the health and well-being of our pastors. Recognizing the vital role they play in carrying out God’s mission, this initiative underscores the importance of a healthy lifestyle in ministry.

The recent Veg Fest Health Fair in Suva, Fiji, was a remarkable success, bringing together health-conscious individuals, families, and communities for a day dedicated to holistic well-being. Hope Clinic Fiji, The 10,000 Toes Campaign, Sun Smiles Café, and Bitu Wellness played a significant role in making this event impactful, reinforcing the Adventist commitment to health and faith.

At Fulton Adventist University College, we embarked on an enriching journey of professional development at the outset of February 2025. The faculty and staff actively engaged in a dynamic and insightful learning experience. This year’s theme underscored the significance of a structured approach in effectively delivering content, services, and initiatives.

On February 8-9, 2025, the Fiji Mission organized a special retreat for the Educational Leadership Team. The retreat commenced with a powerful devotion by Pastor Duana, Chairman of Nagigi Primary School in Vanualevu. He challenged the leaders to reflect on the profound impact of Adventist Education in transforming lives within our communities. His message resonated deeply, emphasizing our mission to nurture and empower students.

We are excited to share the wonderful news about the opening of a new Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) church plant in Toamua, Samoa. This marks a new chapter for the community, filled with faith, generosity, and hope.

The Catalyst team from the SPD Institute for Discipleship is currently on the campus at Fulton Adventist University College conducting training for 55 young adults from across the TPUM who have signed up for one year missionary service to Indonesia, a country with a predominantly Muslim population, in the context of the General Conference Mission Refocus initiative.

We celebrate with sixty graduates who have completed their Certificate in Primary Education Teaching at Aore Adventist Academy!

Today, January 8th, 2025 in Aore Adventist Academy campus, Fulton Adventist University College is delivering Diploma in Primary Education and Certificate 4 in Primary Education for teachers across Vanuatu.

Fulton Adventist University College (FAUC) is offering a Certificate of Theology Cohort for individuals interested in enhancing their theological understanding and spiritual journey. This program, held exclusively on Sundays, includes 12 modules covering biblical teachings, church history, pastoral care, and practical ministry skills. Currently, over 60 students are enrolled, participating both on-campus and at the Fiji Mission Conference Centre, creating a diverse and supportive learning environment.

Dr. Elisha Marfo, a distinguished lecturer from Fulton College University, visited Kiribati in late December 2024 to participate in the Theology Certificate 4 Cohort Program. His visit coincided with the strategic goal alignment for the year 2025, themed “I will go to the end of the world.” This significant event took place from January 8 to 12, 2025.

The TPUM Youth Congress 2024, held in Samoa, witnessed a truly life-changing moment as over 1,200 young people gathered from nine countries within the Trans Pacific Union Mission (TPUM). The event, which took place from December 25 to 30, at the National University of Samoa, brought together youth eager to deepen their faith and commitment to Jesus.

THE Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) through its Soul Cocoa Plus Project (SCPP) has successfully concluded a two-day cocoa awareness training for the Tumpape Community in NorthEast Guadalcanal.

In an inspiring demonstration of faith and dedication, students, teachers, and parents from Wainimakutu Adventist Primary School traveled from as early as 3:00 AM this morning on 18th December, 2024 to visit the Trans Pacific Union Mission (TPUM). This journey reflects their commitment to the theme “I Will Go to My Workplace”, a call to mission that resonates deeply within the Adventist community.

On December 4th, 2024, a special graduation ceremony was held at the Maranatha Centre in Honiara for the students of the Cohort Studies Diploma in Primary Education at Fulton Adventist University College (FAUC). This event was a second chance opportunity for these graduates, many of whom are experienced teachers, to further their education and receive this important honor. It was a blessing from God for them to achieve this milestone.

November 28, 2024, marks a historic day for Ifira Tenuku as the community witnesses the opening of its very own Seventh-day Adventist Church—112 years after the Adventist message first reached Vanuatu in 1912.

This newly dedicated church, named the Peter Terepakoa Memorial Seventh-day Adventist Church in honor of a beloved local pioneer, stands as a testament to faith, perseverance, and mission.

On this Thanksgiving Day, November 29, 2024, we celebrate a momentous occasion: the official opening of the new American Samoa SDA Mission Office. This event holds special significance as it coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Seventh-day Adventist Church's establishment in American Samoa.

The highlight of the event was the heartfelt address by our guest speaker, the Honorable Kinoka Hotune Feo, Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science, Technology, Sports, and Recreation of Papua New Guinea. His speech, titled “Looking Out the Window,” captivated the hearts of everyone present as he shared his journey of resilience, faith, and divine intervention.