Stories

As Michael Johnson was talking with some of his members at the Pasadena church where he is the pastor, the topic of mission trips came up. He was sharing about […]

“It’s been on my heart for a few years to start a children’s ministry for the kids in our church,” said Leticia Cruz, children’s ministries director at Lancaster Spanish church, […]

When North Hills church pastors Angel Smith and Tim Cress realized the opportunity before them when it came to youth ministry, they jumped at the challenge. Smith had directed a […]

This June, 240 lay members and pastors met at Camp Cedar Falls for the second cycle of the Hispanic region’s 2024 evangelism campaign. Plans for the first cycle were presented […]

“We are glad to be here to establish, inaugurate, and celebrate this milestone in the life of the United Filipino company,” John H. Cress, Southern California Conference (SCC) executive secretary, […]

Each year, Adventurer clubs look forward to the Adventurer retreat, a weekend of outdoor activities, games, crafts, worship, and time spent with family and each other. For the convenience of […]

 On Sunday, June 30, the Los Angeles Thai company hosted its 13th annual health fair—this year featuring a rummage sale with food, dessert, garments, and household items. About 300 individuals, […]

“This is the first time in my life I have truly felt overwhelmed with all the good things: your love, love from God,” Apirak Detwinya, pastor of the Los Angeles […]

This spring, the Simi Valley community was welcomed to a unique evangelistic series focused on identity. The event was held at the Simi Valley church, and presentations were given by […]

What do Vacation Bible School (VBS), Dorcas Ministries, and a food pantry have in common? At El Rio Spanish church, members have demonstrated the significance of different ministries working in […]

In 2007, members of Mosaic church in Los Angeles decided to put their years of improv experience to good use and create a community that benefited others while maintaining a […]

Throughout the past year, Whittier church has grown its community outreach by introducing a community closet ministry. Every second and fourth Sabbath from 3-5 p.m., visitors to the church’s Adventist […]

Every five years, the Pathfinder Camporee is something all Pathfinders look forward to. But a big event requires big-time preparation, too.  That’s why this spring the SCC Youth Ministries Department […]

This spring, two congregations gathered for a special service that would recognize them as a district: the Haven Company and the United Filipino Mission group.  In a special service, members shared […]

This April, Newbury Park Adventist Academy (NPAA) celebrated 75 years since its first graduating class of 1948-1949 with a weekend sharing memories and reflecting on what NPAA has meant to […]

  This spring was a time for reconnection as members from 19 congregations from the Greater Los Angeles Region (GLAR) gathered for the 54th annual GLAR Convocation. This year was […]

Valley United Korean church held its 40th anniversary service on March 16th. Under the theme “Reunion,” former pastors and members reunited to express gratitude, share past and present blessings, and […]

Hundreds of people gathered this spring for a creative showcase for the third Southern California Conference (SCC) One House arts and music festival at the Temple City church. “Our goal […]

”That they may be one.” Those words of Jesus served as a springboard for the theme of the 2024 Southern California Conference (SCC) week of spiritual encouragement this March. It […]