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Pacific Union TechApplied - The Pacific Union Conference now provides free technolgy support to its churches and leaders who are using various media tools for mission and ministry. Learn how you can get personal, direct support.

How to Keep People Away from Your Church - You may be asking, “why would anyone want to keep people away from their church?” Good question. Yet, sometimes we say and do things that actually make this a reality.

God and Earthquakes - After the 7.0 earthquake in Haiti in 2010 television preacher Pat Robertson claimed it was caused supernaturally. After the 9.0 earthquake off the coast of Japan, Glenn Beck suggested it was caused by God.

Barna Update - At the end of each year, a tradition at Barna Group is to compile some of the most important trends of the year.

Video Production - Watch for new additions to our ChurchApplied video series in 2012. We appreciate what Jonathan Beitz did to help us get started, now that he has moved on to other things, I’m delighted that we have connected with Paul Zenk.

Creative Arts - If you are an Adventist songwriter, poet or artist living in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada or Utah, we want to connect with you.

Coming Events - This page features select church ministry events that are held within...

It's All About People - Any way you look at it, growing churches is hard work! Those who have never held a church office, or served as a ministry leader may not realize all that goes into to making it happen.

A Home Away From Home - The first time I met Dao Pham was after a Sabbath service at our church. We had a special program that day and there were many visitors from the neighborhood attending our service. She visited our church with her uncle.

Creating Photo Memories - Technology has come a long way, offering us many options to make great memories using photographs. Here are some tips that may assist you in creating some great photo memories.

Journeys - Journeys is a duet of sorts. The author, Pastor Marvin Wray, takes readers on a 11,393 mile motorcycle trip around the U.S.--while providing an inside look at his own personal spiritual journey through six-plus decades of experiencing God.

Searching for the God of Grace - It's rare that I want to spend the money to make sure my entire church has a chance to read a particular book. But recently my church bought 175 copies of...

Vallejo Drive Creates Podcasts - My favorite Super Bowl ad this year was the one produced by the FedEx, where a caveman tries to deliver a bone to some other caveman by tying it to the leg of a prehistoric bird.

God's Amazing Miracle - Living with autism has been the biggest blessing in my life. I didn’t think that several years ago while experiencing many struggles and challenges,

WebShare - Personalizing the Web for Christ. You can use the Internet to share Christ's message of hope and love! With a supply of WebShare's cards you can point people to websites that share hope.

Using Video to Share Ideas - This page features tips on how to produce short video clips that can be posted on your website. Also, discover how others are using audio and video for evangelism purposes.

A Life to Die For - "To die for" is an expression that describes the absolute best, which is exactly the life you will learn about in this book - the very best! But our title is more than an expression.

New Believer's Class - Does your church have a New Member or Pastor's Class on Sabbath mornings? Many believe this is an effective way to nurture interests and new members into the church.

My Mother Just Died - God had preserved her through 86 turbulent years of life and my 11-hour trip to Baltimore that day. She spent the last hour of her life alone with me, her middle son.

Mother's Day Extravaganza - Chivalry is very much alive in the men at 31st Street Seventh-day Adventist Church in San Diego, California. The men show mothers how much they are appreciated, especially on this very unique and special weekend.

Faith and Politics - A recent book by former Senator John Danforth calls Christian Conservatives to reconsider their ambitions for political power.

Experiencing Truth - I began to see it wasn't the message of Adventism that had become irrelevant to me. It was the methods used to convey that message that were no longer effective.

Living Waters International - Throwing up my hands in frustration, gritting my teeth, I cried out to God, "OK, God, I'll go wherever you want me to go."

Joe Adante, Christian Rapper - All over the world, and certainly all across this country, the Church is filled with unsung heroes who spread the news of God and His love as a part of their daily lives. They don't make a big deal about it; they simply use the talents that the Creator gave them to reach those around them in a positive way.

Why I Serve - Ever wonder what motivates and inspires others to become actively involved in working for God? This page features short interviews with church members, pastors, and leaders throughout the Pacific Union Conference.

Put the Kids Up Front - Step into the Kailua Seventh-day Adventist church on any given Sabbath and observe the children! You will perceive that someone is intentional about including them in the over-all agenda.

Church Support Search - Now you can search through our preferred list of quality web links without having to filter through the entire web.

A Guide to Public Campus Ministries - What is being done to reach public college campuses with our message? Rich DuBose recently posed this question to Ron Pickell Coordinator of the North American Division Adventist Christian Fellowship.

Is There Room for Us In Hollywood? - How different would the world be if Christians who felt called by God to work in film or television answered the call?

Get Out There! - This article, recently published in the Columbia Union Visitor, shares ministry ideas that churches anywhere can implement.

Sometimes I Don't Feel Like Praying - Former editor and author Mike Jones has written a practical and easy-to-read new book for those dealing with life's challenges (depression, addictions, panic attacks, alcohol abuse, surviving...

Graffiti Leads to New Youth Center - In an effort to reduce vandalism and graffiti to local churches, and to provide positive activities for youth in a safe environment, the Provo Adventist church...

Audio Ambassadors - You can put hope into the hands of someone living in the remote areas of Nepal, Vietnam, Ethiopia, or Myanmar. The MegaVoice Ambassador is a $40, self-contained digital audio player...

Bridging the Past With the Future - Do you know your church's birthday! That's right, your church has a birthday--every year! This means your church has a life--a history that makes it unique.

Unraveling "The Secret" - The Secret by Rhonda Byrne has been a popular advice book on the New York Times bestseller list. With the Secret's emphasis on "self" and creating the life you want...

Backyard Missions - When we searched for neighbors in our community who could use some help, we found more than we could imagine at Villa Calimesa Trailer Park. We call it "Adopt-a-Trailer Park."

Adult Daycare Comes to Church - Independence is certainly something one should not take for granted. So what happens when the unexpected happens?

In the Spotlight - Healthy and tasty. That was the goal that motivated Alfoncie Austin to create "Philly Veggie Steaks."

Philippine Mission Reports - Through email communication, Pastor Jim Park keeps us informed of some of the needs and challenges in the Philippines. There is plenty there to pray about.

Lay Members Leading the Way - It was in the motorcycle club that Rob received the nickname "Turtle." Seven years ago, God called Rob back to a new relationship.

Virginia Tech Response - On Monday, April 16, the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history took place at Virginia Tech, a university of 26,000, students near Roanoke, Virginia, leaving dozens dead, and many more injured.

What's Your Story? - Story-telling is at the heart of the gospel commission. While on earth, Jesus modeled the art of effective story-telling and instructed His followers to carry His story to the ends of the earth.

High Tech Churches - Whether we like it or not, technology plays an increasingly prominent role in church life. Churches that are serious about fulfilling their mission need to pay attention.

Brighter Hope - What originally started as a radio program, Brighter Hope Ministries, Inc, has blossomed into a multifaceted media ministry organization.

In Search of Love - Ruth A. Collins is the author of a powerful new Spanish book titled, En Busca de Amor [In Search of Love]. Its sixteen Chapters tackle the deep issues of how personality can be scarred by a lack of love.

Abusive Dating Among Teens - Here's a topic that is sure to engage any youth Sabbath School. According to recent research, dating abuse is a huge problem.

Know Jesus Fully - The Santa Barbara Church has an active youth ministry program that engages their youth in ministry while they are being ministered to!

Demographics - The more a church knows about the people in its surrounding community, the better it will be able to minister to their physical and spiritual needs.

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