Araya Moss

Vision. Identity. Development. Acceptance. These are elements of the collective theme for VIDA gps, the evangelistic small group campaign for Spanish-speaking members initiated by the NAD Multilingual Ministries Department. As a result of this evangelistic effort within the Southern California Conference (SCC) Hispanic Region, 35 congregations participated, 178 small groups were formed, and 150 souls…

GLAR (Greater Los Angeles Region) convocation is the one time a year pastors and lay members from 19 churches in this region gather for a weekend of dynamic worship. “Our theme again this year was ‘Refocus on the Family,’” said GLAR Director Royal Harrison. “We are intentional about equipping and strengthening our families, which in…

The first Sabbath in April marked a special day of celebration for the Rosemead Korean church as its congregation commemorated 50 years of ministry.  “We welcome you with open hearts,” said Choon Soo Kim, pastor of Rosemead Korean church, to those in attendance. “Today you are witnesses to how God led us here.” A wave…

A number of Vacation Bible School (VBS) leaders gathered at the Southern California Conference (SCC) office on a Sunday in March for a bilingual VBS training to preview the theme for the upcoming summer program, titled, “Jamii Kingdom: Where We Are All Part of God’s Family.” Jamii Kingdom is just one of many VBS programs…