Mission Stories & News
Friendships for Hope
May 19, 2024
The more the UCI staff mingle with the refugees they serve, the more needs they discover. “Depression is a very big problem with the refugees,” Pastor James explains.
Read MoreMaking Friends
May 12, 2024
Dasha ran up behind the girl and pulled down the rumpled part of the skirt. The girl was surprised. She didn’t know what was happening. But then she realized that Dasha had helped her by straightening out her skirt.
Read MoreBus-Stop Miracle
May 12, 2024
One of the pastors called out to Chogik, “Sister, are you baptized?” “No,” she said. “I need you,” he said, and invited her onto the platform.
Read MoreRun the Race
May 12, 2024
With nine miles left in the race, I wondered whether I could complete it. Suddenly, a question came to mind, a question I believe the Lord was asking. “Why are you running? Do you run to be the best or to represent God?”
Read MoreTwo Ears to Hear
May 5, 2024
Back at home, Mother cried and cried. Then she talked to God. “Why did You allow this to happen?” she said.
Read MoreGod Is Real
May 5, 2024
As her high school graduation approached, she shared her dream with relatives, friends, and teachers. They all seemed to ask the same question, “Have you gathered the money for a big bribe?”
Read MoreGo,Give, Grow
May 5, 2024
By the end of the school term, you could see and hear the love of God in my students. They were excited to learn from the Bible and eager to sing and talk about their Savior.
Read MoreSanta Claus or Jesus
April 28, 2024
The man laughed. “Of course, I believe in Santa Claus,” he said. But the Pathfinders could see that he was joking. As the man walked away, it was clear that he was thinking about Jesus. The boy called out, “Merry Christmas! God bless you!”
Read MoreBalking at Baptism
April 28, 2024
There must be someone out there,” he said. “Does anyone else want to come forward?” He called and called. Each time he spoke, Violeta felt like he was appealing directly to her.
Read MoreI Am a Seventh-day Adventist Christian Because of ADRA!
April 28, 2024
The driver nodded, and Igor climbed in. The two chatted, and Igor explained how he escaped from Sarajevo and arrived at the military airport with no one to greet him.
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