Tezontepec, Mexico—The annual Spiritual Conference organized by the Mexican Union united brethren from across the country. The event was held in Tezontepec, Hidalgo from March 27 to March 31, 2024.
It was the 52nd annual conference, and this year's theme was “The Sweetest of Heaven”. Over 1,300 brethren gathered for the event, including several visitors who attended for the first time.
Tarija, Bolivia—Tarija was once again the host of a national activity by the Bolivian Union. From March 15-21, church workers from across the country were present for a seminar, which had as its theme "Be a Faithful Steward of Christ".
This gathering offered not only theoretical and practical sessions of great value, it also provided a space for connection with nature, allowing attendees to strengthen their bond and communion with God.
Rioja, Peru—Rioja is a city located in the Peruvian Amazonia, and it was the host of the 25th National Youth Convention, under the theme “On the Eve of a Great Crisis”.
The guest speakers were Brethren Adrian Finaru (GC Youth Department Director), Davi P. Silva (Sabbath School Department Director), Mario Linares (Canvassing Department Director), Rômulo Borges (Regional Secretary for South America), and André Davai, (Welfare Department Director).
Pinos Sud, Tarija, Bolivia—The beautiful city of Tarija, in Bolivia, welcomed the participants of the spiritual retreat with open arms. The retreat took place from February 9-13, 2024, under the inspiring theme "BETWEEN GOD AND ME".
This Field-level event brought together numerous attendees, including friends from abroad. On Sabbath, over 200 souls gathered to sing songs of praise and absorb the spiritual messages imparted in this enchanting setting, seeking to strengthen their connection with the Divine.
Every year, the GC Medical Missionary Department designates a Sabbath in January as a Health Awareness Sabbath. These Sabbaths provide an opportunity for local churches to involve health workers from their congregations in planning a Sabbath dedicated to specific health-related themes.
This year, the theme was "Temperance." Resources were distributed in advance, allowing local churches worldwide to delve into Christian Temperance and encourage members to set health goals for 2024.