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Seven widows in the Solomon Islands are finding renewed purpose and income through ADRA’s cocoa project; construction begins on a lifestyle medicine centre in PNG with government backing; and Pathfinders fill Wahroonga church for a vibrant end-of-year rally. Plus, a new Adventist Memory Centre opens in Brazil, and researchers use AI to explore the authorship of Bible texts.Hosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

Adventists in New Caledonia are helping their community heal after last year’s riots. Volunteers from the 10,000 Toes campaign offered free health checks in one of Noumea’s hardest-hit neighbourhoods, as part of a broader effort to rebuild trust and restore social connection. In Sydney, hundreds of teens gathered for a city-wide worship night; and in PNG, an evangelistic campaign brought together seven local churches and concluded with 28 baptisms. And in global news, Adventist women in Zambia are learning practical skills for community transformation and a Christian bank in the UK is making headlines for its rapid growth.00:00 Opening and Headlines00:33 Zambian women learn farming and faith01:10 Christian bank grows fast in the UK01:44 Sydney teens gather for worship night02:35 Evangelism series draws 900 in PNG03:15 Adventists are helping New Caledonia heal04:22 ClosingHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

More than 330 young people responded to baptism appeals at the first combined Pathfinder Camporee in New South Wales. In this episode, we hear how collaboration between three conferences helped create an environment for spiritual growth and connection. We also talk about Advent Brass' centennial concert which fundraised for ADRA, and how the ATSIM Bible is making its way into new communities through partnerships with local organisations. Plus, a young Pathfinder in the US Virgin Islands crochets beanies for cancer patients and a new study highlights the link between dental health and bullying among Australian children.00:00 Opening and headlines00:34 Pathfinder crochets for cancer patients00:59 Is there a link between dental health and bullying?01:34 100 Years of Advent Brass02:54 ATSIM Bible expands reach04:09 Baptism requests and real friendships at NSW camporee06:30 ClosingHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews     

Adventist schools are leading growth in Victoria’s independent education sector. In this episode, we report on new data and what it means for Adventist Schools Victoria. We also highlight a moustache-growing fundraiser for men’s health led by staff from the South Pacific Division office, and a new aid post providing basic healthcare to remote villagers in Papua New Guinea.00:00 Opening and headlines00:27 Wellness centre opens in the Philippines01:04 Childhood trauma and alcohol risk01:49 Movember at the SPD02:59 Adventist schools lead sector growth in Vic03:52 Health services reach remote PNG border04:44 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Movember fundraiserℹ️Job opportunities Adventist Schools VictoriaHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

A generous donation from Sydney Adventist Hospital and Avondale University is helping 10,000 Toes upgrade wellness clinics in PNG and the Solomon Islands—ensuring safer, more dignified spaces for patients, including mums who’ve had to give birth on the floor. We also cover Fulton’s move toward university status in Fiji, the opening of a long-awaited dental clinic at Atoifi Adventist Hospital, and key headlines from the Adventist Church’s Annual Council meetings.00:00 Intro and headlines00:43 General Conference Annual Council01:27 OneVoice 27: A digital mission for 202702:25 Fulton takes a big step: University status approved 04:42 Donation brings dignity to Pacific clinics 07:59 Decade-long dream: Atoifi’s Dental Clinic opens08:49 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ 10,000 Toes Adopt a Wellness ClinicHosts: Juliana Muniz and Jarrod StackelrothSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

We’re back after a whirlwind of sessions across the South Pacific! This week we explore the rebranding of South Queensland’s Adventist schools and the reasons behind it. We also take a look at Sanitarium’s wins at the Healthy Food Guide Awards, how a TikTok pastor helped a young man in Ukraine find faith, and a new study linking group belonging with better wellbeing. Plus, October is Adventist Heritage Month—find out what's happening and why it matters.Heritage Month links:ℹ️ Adventist Heritage Facebook, Instagram and website.ℹ️ Listen to the daily devotionals (only this in October!)Hosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

A collection of rare and ancient Bibles—including a gold-covered edition and a Gutenberg replica—is touring churches and schools across the South Pacific; plus, four Adventist women are cycling 4000 kilometres across Australia to raise funds and awareness for suicide prevention. In news from around the world, we find out how unused smartphones are being repurposed for mission in Sri Lanka and how eating eggs might support heart health and longevity.Useful links:ℹ️ Legacy of Faith exhibition ℹ️ Follow @ride4life_aus and donateℹ️ Week of Prayer readings and audio versionHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

Adventists across Australia unite to confront family violence, with new initiatives aiming to make churches ‘safe, not silent.’ We also share details about a new Faith FM series highlighting women who shaped the Reformation and Sanitarium’s latest community outreach efforts. Plus, in Making Headlines, meet a young Adventist heading to the North Pole for a scientific expedition and find out why 7000 steps a day might be enough to improve your health.00:02 Opening and headlines00:33 Adventist Bolivian teen joins North Pole expedition01:11 Study shows benefits of 7000 daily steps02:31 Adventists unite to end family violence04:34 New book inspires Faith FM Reformation series05:18 Sanitarium team supports Soul Hub06:14 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Stories from the Reformation show and bookℹ️ New enditnow websiteℹ️ Watch the enditnow summitHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

This week, the South Pacific Division Executive Committee meetings set the course for the future of mission, including the return of key departments like Youth, Children’s and Family Ministries; new leadership appointments and the strategic focus guiding the Church over the next five years. We hear from SPD and GC leaders about the alignment between regional and global mission plans, and introduce the new presidents for the PNG and Trans-Pacific Union Missions. Plus, in Making Headlines, we look at a major Indigenous outreach initiative in Mexico and a surprising study on artificial sweeteners and diabetes risk.00:03 Opening and headlines00:40 Indigenous outreach in Mexico01:17 Artificial sweeteners and diabetes02:19 SPD restructure and strategy05:31 New TPUM president: Pastor Charlie Jimmy06:55 New PNGUM president: Pastor Danny P hilip08:50 ClosingHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

Can justice be practised without faith? In this episode, we explore that question through the lens of a new book launched at Avondale University Church—Practising Justice by Nathan Brown. Plus, we follow a 250-kilometre fundraising run, look at child safety commitments across the South Pacific, and check in with global headlines on domestic violence and mental health research.00:00 Opening and headlines00:25 I Run for My Mom raises awareness in Romania01:08 Llama antibodies and schizophrenia treatment01:41 Can justice be practised without faith?05:38 Running 250 km for a cause 07:43 SPD leaders commit to child safety 10:19 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Practising Justice bookℹ️ GoFundMe page + Follow the challengeℹ️ Adsafe.org.auHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

Papua New Guinea’s rapid church growth is reshaping leadership representation in the South Pacific. In this episode, we explain what the SPD Executive Committee is and why PNG now has more seats. Plus, hear about the SPD’s new associate leaders, a message from the GC president, and global headlines—from a community-focused café in Texas to a study on how pets support brain health.00:00 Opening and headlines00:30 New café connects with Texas community01:08 How pets support brain health02:11 SPD elects first vice president04:32 PNG gains more SPD Executive Committee seats07:05 Message from new GC president08:18 ClosingHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

This week at the GC Session, new leaders were elected to guide the global Seventh-day Adventist Church, including the reappointment of the South Pacific Division (SPD) leadership team. The SPD’s video report highlighted mission initiatives across the region, while South Pacific performers and delegates brought colour and vibrancy to the event. We also cover a US$100,000 donation to tornado relief in St Louis, awards for women in ministry, and an appearance by the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea.Useful links:ℹ️ Record Live with PM MarapeHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

The global Adventist Church has a new leader. Pastor Erton Köhler, the first South American to serve as General Conference president, was elected this weekend at the GC Session in St Louis. In this special episode, we break down who he is, what he’s said so far and what to expect from his leadership. Plus, hear reflections from South Pacific Division president Pastor Glenn Townend and highlights from Köhler’s first press conference.Useful links:ℹ️ Read the articleℹ️ Watch the press conferenceHost: Juliana MunizSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

The 62nd General Conference Session is about to kick off in the United States. Our editor Jarrod Stackelroth is on the ground and gives us a preview of what’s to come. We also check in with Ashley Jankiewicz at NAC Big Camp, and share the story of an Adventist cookbook named “Best in the World.”00:00 Opening and headlines00:22 Adventist cookbook "Best in the World"01:15 Report from NAC Big Camp02:36 62nd General Conference Session preview04:44 ClosingHost: Juliana MunizCorrespondents: Ashley Jankiewicz and Jarrod Stackelroth Submit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

In this episode, we explore why Adventist Record is teaching Adventists to write, with highlights from recent storytelling workshops held in Papua New Guinea. We also celebrate five residents aged 101 and over at Adventist Aged Care Wahroonga, hear how a PNG church became officially organised after 27 years, learn about a new Adventist radio station reaching the Navajo Nation in the US, and discover what recent research says about how much sleep is too much.00:00 Opening and headlines00:30 Adventist radio goes live in Arizona01:17 You could die from sleeping too much?03:22 Celebrating centenarians at Adventist Aged Care04:19 Church organised in Papua New Guinea05:00 Empowering Pacific storytellers06:33 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ No pain no . . . brain? Hosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

The children’s series The Rescue is back with a brand new season—using puppets, animation and music to introduce Jesus to kids with no church background. We take a look at the heart behind the series, why it matters, and how it’s reaching today’s digital generation. This episode also features a story about an Aussie Adventist who earned a King’s Birthday Honour and celebrates Sanitarium topping Australia’s trust rankings once again.00:00 Opening and headlines00:30 The largest Dorcas rally01:01 Impact of classroom air Quality01:41 Sanitarium tops trust rankings again02:19 King’s honour for Aussie Adventist03:08 The Rescue: new season continues the mission05:28 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ The Rescueℹ️ Abide Family Ministries Hosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

What does the Bible say about life beyond Earth? In this episode we take you inside the South Pacific Division’s Faith and Science Conference, where church leaders, educators and scientists explored cosmology, deception, and the limits of our understanding. You’ll also hear how the Adventist Church in Australia is reaffirming its commitment to child safety—and what leaders are asking of every local church and school board.00:00 Opening and Headlines00:26 Handmade Cards Spread Love in the Philippines01:13 New Insights on Gluten-Free Diets02:40 Exploring the Universe at Faith and Science Conference07:00 Child Safety Commitment by the Adventist Church10:52 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Seventh-day Adventist Church's Commitment to Children and Vulnerable People Hosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews  

Adventists joined flood-affected communities in NSW to provide practical help and emotional support after some of the worst flooding since 1984. We also talk about a national education conference held in Adelaide and the opening of the first Adventist church in a remote Papua New Guinean village.00:00 Opening and headlines00:31 The science of forgiveness: brain benefits revealed01:15 Empowering women with Mechanics 101 02:20 Adventist Education leaders gather in Adelaide03:06 First Adventist church in remote PNG village03:55 Flood relief efforts in New South Wales07:04 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Donate to ADRAℹ️ Donate to ACSHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews    

A 12-week discipleship program called Catalyst is helping participants discover their gifts and deepen their faith—leading four recent graduates to choose rebaptism. We also cover a new PhD program launched by Pacific Adventist University and a volunteer group rebuilding classrooms in Vanuatu.00:00 Opening and headlines00:31 New president for Oakwood University01:07 The benefits of poetry02:10 Rebuilding classrooms in Vanuatu 02:56 New PhD program at PAU03:35 Rebaptisms a highlight of Catalyst graduation 06:00 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Record Live PodcastHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews    

Yes, there’s a Pathfinder honour for haystacks—and that’s just one of six new honours just released across Australia. In this episode, we find out what’s behind the new additions and what’s coming next. Plus: A youth worship event in Sydney turned into something bigger than expected, and ADRA’s “School on Wheels” is bringing education to marginalised communities in Serbia.00:00 Opening and headlines00:24 What’s making headlines01:40 Youth worship event in Sydney03:46 New Pathfinder honours05:33 The great haystacks debate06:49 ClosingUseful links:ℹ️ Watch the TikTok videoHosts: Juliana Muniz and Ashley JankiewiczSubmit news to: news@record.net.auFind more stories on our websiteGet the Adventist news delivered to your inbox every week with Record eNews