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Communications

Ontario Conference Turns 125

Get ready to celebrate a significant milestone in the history of Adventism in Ontario! The year 2024 will mark 125 years of the Seventh-day Adventist church in the province. We will celebrate this milestone at an extraordinary Camp Meeting starting Friday night, May 31, to Sabbath, June 1, at the International Centre...

Shawn Ellis

Communications & Media Director

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Ontario Conference’s “Salt Sisters” Program Gains Acclaim

Posted: Aug 1st, 2024

Yesterday, Patricia Lopez, the Women and Children’s Ministries director at the Ontario Conference, presented her innovative “Soul Sisters” program to the North American Division (NAD) Children’s Ministries Advisory Committee. The presentation highlighted the program’s unique approach to fostering cross-generational mentorship, leadership, and sisterhood in Christ. The Soul Sisters program, with its 28 active church chapters […]

Communications & Media Director

Womens Ministries

International Women’s Day of Prayer Ignites London Adventist Church

Posted: Mar 7th, 2024

On March 5, the London Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted the “International Women’s Day of Prayer,” which saw attendees gather to delve into the transformative power of prayer. Spearheaded by the Women’s Ministry department, the event drew from a resource packet titled “Ignite Your Prayer Life,” authored by Dr. Linda Mei Koh, retired director of the […]

Jerome Dinampo Communications Department

Communications, London Church

Womens Ministries

International Women’s Day Time to Rise Above Inadequacy

Posted: Mar 7th, 2024

March 8 is International Women’s Day, a global celebration honouring women’s achievements and contributions throughout history. It is interesting to note that the only part of God’s creation declared to be “not good” concerns Adam’s solitary state. God stated that it was not good for man to be alone (Genesis 2:18). So he created Adam’s ‘help […]

Patricia Ferreira Lopez

Women's Ministries Director

Reflections on Black History Month

Posted: Mar 7th, 2024

Under the leadership of Deacon Orrell Watson, the Ajax Adventist Community Church celebrated a multi-week Black History Month event with the theme “Together We Rise.” In Week 1, Pastor Hurlock led off with a message encouraging the congregation to rise above the denial of rights and systematic racism and strive for excellence by developing better […]

Compassion Ministries

Clergy and Leaders Unite to Bring Hope to Community

Posted: Mar 7th, 2024

In response to the recent tragedy in the Jane and Driftwood area, clergy, police, and community leaders organized a prayer walk on February 28. Despite the chilly weather, the spirits of the 75 attendees remained high as they walked the community, stopping to talk and pray with members of the community. Chief of Toronto Police […]

Pastor Andrew King

Director of Compassion Ministries

London Church Committed to Giving Their Best

Posted: Feb 29th, 2024

London Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Stewardship Weekend, themed “Committed: Giving my best,” unfolded on February 16 and 17, guiding attendees through a journey of empowerment and reflection. Led by Pastor Anthony Reid, director of Stewardship, Public Affairs and Religious Liberty, and Alvin Ram, director of Planned Giving and Trust Services from the Ontario Conference, the weekend proved enriching. Pastor Reid’s […]

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Compassion Ministries

Compassion Ministry Setting the Tone for 2024

Posted: Feb 29th, 2024

Earlier this year, the Compassion Ministries department hosted a meeting for Ontario community service leaders, health ministries leaders and pastors. It was the first of many planned for 2024. Pastor Andrew King, Director of Compassion Ministries, led the meeting and began with a devotion focused on Jesus’ words, ‘In as much as ye have done it unto […]

Pastor Andrew King

Director of Compassion Ministries

RESTORED Trademark Launch

Posted: Feb 29th, 2024

By the grace of God, the Ontario Conference Health Ministries is delighted to announce the launch of RESTOREDTM, which is the Ontario Conference trademarked acronym for the Eight Laws of Health. RESTOREDTM stands for Rest, Eat Wholesome Food, Sunshine, Trust in Divine Power, Oxygen, Restraint/Self-Control, Exercise, and Drink Water. The digital booklet and activity sheets for […]

Edith Missah-Habaradas

Director, Health & Prayer Ministries

Children’s Ministries & Education

Police Warn Against Internet Dangers for Children in Live Conference Interview

Posted: Feb 29th, 2024

In today’s digital age, ensuring our children’s online safety is paramount. Recognizing this need, the Ontario Conference recently hosted a groundbreaking event, “Digital Safety Day”, a collaborative effort between the Children’s Ministry and the Communication Media Department. This event brought together experts and the community to address and discuss the pressing issue of internet child […]

Communications & Media Director

Ontario Conference Turns 125

Posted: Jan 17th, 2024

Get ready to celebrate a significant milestone in the history of Adventism in Ontario! The year 2024 will mark 125 years of the Seventh-day Adventist church in the province. We will celebrate this milestone at an extraordinary Camp Meeting starting Friday night, May 31, to Sabbath, June 1, at the International Centre. Pastor Emile Maxi, […]

Communications & Media Director

The Young Adult Experience: Part 1

Posted: Nov 9th, 2023

For Adventist youth gone are the days of watching “Adventures in Odyssey” with their families. Now, they are the ones orchestrating events and vespers, driving to potlucks, and deeply immersing themselves in ministry. However, as young adults, the divine call to ministry and to deepen their involvement in the church can be met with conflicting […]

Contributing Reporter

Church Growth / Evangelism

Heritage Ghanaian SDA Church’s Evangelistic Campaign Leads to 17 Baptisms

Posted: Oct 21st, 2023

August 12th to August 26th, The Heritage Ghanaian Seventh-day Adventist Church hosted Pastor Anthony Melchizedeck, from the Accra City Conference in Ghana who delivered powerful and life-changing messages that touched those watching in church and online. Throughout the campaign, Pastor Melchizedeck preached passionate sermons that revived the spirits of church members, convicted invited guests, and […]

Kenneth Appiah Kubi

Pastor, Heritage Ghanaian Church

Remembering Brampton Adventist Church Graduation

Posted: Sep 21st, 2023

Rosalie Pryce, Head of the Education Department, gracefully led out the service with a special welcome by Jessica Fearing. Dr. Reynold Hazelwood, former pastor and current Superintendent of Education for the Ontario Conference, brought words of encouragement and challenged graduates to “spend time with God” The graduates each received their own special certificate given out by Pastor, Selburn […]

Mykayla Blackman

Paradise Health and Newmarket Church Plant Partner for “Love Is Medicine” Event

Posted: Sep 6th, 2023

Newmarket Ontario’s Centre of Influence, a collaboration between Newmarket Church Plant and Paradise Health are presenting: “Love Is Medicine” on September 16-17th. This unique event promises to be a holistic experience, focusing on the vital connection between love and health. The “Love Is Medicine” event will offer a range of relationship-focused sessions, providing attendees with valuable […]

Communications & Media Director

Apple Creek’s Summer Market Nurtures Practical Skills

Posted: Sep 6th, 2023

In the book Child Guidance, Ellen White wrote “From the pillar of cloud Jesus gave directions through Moses to the Hebrews that they should educate their children to work, that they should teach them trades, and that none should be idle.” Page 355. These inspired words formed the basis of Apple Creek’s “Summer Market.” […]

Communications & Media Director

Ottawa Consecration Service

Posted: Sep 6th, 2023

Ottawa Adventist School kicked off the new academic year with a Consecration Service. Principal Richard Mignott emphasized the importance of collaboration between school, home, and church leads to student success while Pastor Bob Winsor inspired students urging them to follow Jesus’ example. Dr. Dorzilme, Eastern Region Field Representative, also challenged pastors to support the school. […]

Eastern Ontario Region Pastors & Ottawa Adventist School Staff

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