El resultado final de la evangelización, por José Cortés Jr.

En este video, José Cortés Jr. enfatiza la importancia de la planificación estratégica y el compromiso con la comunidad. Él destaca el éxito de los esfuerzos evangelísticos, señalando que más de 38,000 personas fueron bautizadas en Norteamérica en 2023, un logro significativo a comparación del año 2011. Cortés enfatiza la importancia de ver los números como individuos que aceptaron a Jesús y se unieron a la familia de la iglesia. Mira el video completo aquí.

José Cortés Jr. sirve como director asociado de la Asociación Ministerial de la División Norteamericana. Lidera las áreas de evangelismo, plantación de iglesias, misión global, crecimiento de iglesias y misión a las ciudades para la Iglesia Adventista en Norteamérica.

Oportunidades de evangelización digital en el mundo moderno, por Rohann D. Wellington

En esta presentación, Rohann D. Wellington habla sobre las oportunidades de evangelismo digital para pastores e iglesias. Recalcando la interconectividad, Wellington destaca la importancia de llegar a las personas digitalmente. También enfatiza la importancia de alcanzar a las personas digitalmente, mencionando que hay 360,000 búsquedas mensuales en Google de "iglesia en línea" y 30,000 de "relación con Jesucristo". Algunas herramientas digitales claves discutidas en este video incluyen las redes sociales, la transmisión en vivo, el podcasting, la inteligencia artificial, el blockchain y las criptomonedas. Mira el video aquí.

Rohann D. Wellington en el director de servicios profesionales de La División Norteamericana.

The Ultimate Result of Evangelism by Jose Cortes Jr.

In this video, Jose Cortes Jr. emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and community engagement. He highlights the success of evangelism efforts, noting that over 38,000 people were baptized in North America in 2023, a significant achievement since 2011. Cortes emphasizes the importance of viewing numbers as individuals who have accepted Jesus and joined the church family. Watch the full video here.

Jose Cortes Jr. serves as Associate Director of the North American Division Ministerial Association. He leads in the association's areas of Evangelism, Church Planting, Global Mission, Church Growth, and Mission to the Cities for the Adventist Church in North America.

Digital Evangelism Opportunities in the Modern World by Rohann D. Wellington

In this presentation, Rohann D. Wellington discusses digital evangelism opportunities for pastors and churches. Emphasizing interconnectivity, Wellington emphasizes the importance of reaching people digitally, citing 360,000 monthly Google searches for "church online" and 30,000 for "relationship with Jesus Christ." Some key digital tools discussed in this video are social media, streaming, podcasting, AI, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. Watch the video here.

Rohann D. Wellington is the Director of the North American Division Professional Services.

New Approach to Public Evangelism Emphasizing Christ-Centered Identity by Tim Taylor and Rob Zama

During a discussion about public evangelism at the Oregon conference, church leaders expressed dissatisfaction with current methods. They described the existing approaches as fear-based, manipulative, and transactional. The leaders expressed a desire for a new approach that emphasizes transformation, engagement of the heart, and discipleship over mere information and baptisms. As a result, a new evangelistic series called "Irresistible Identity" was created. This series focuses on embracing one's identity in Christ and presenting Adventist doctrines in a practical, relatable manner. Watch the full video here.

Tim Taylor is Technology and Innovation director for Child Impact International.

Rob Zama is a digital media evangelist for Hope Channel Canada.

Challenges and Lessons from Crosswalk Church by Tim Gillespie and David Fergunson

Tim Gillespie, the lead pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, and David Fergunson, pastor of Crosswalk Chattanooga, share the church's growth journey. Gillespie went from 85 attendees in 2014 to nearly 1,000. Initially, the church faced closure but instead focused on design thinking and community building. Gillespie emphasizes the importance of building communities before planting churches. Crosswalk has since planted multiple churches, including in Chattanooga, Atlanta, LA, New England, Denver, Portland, Melbourne, and North Houston.

Tim Gillespie is the lead pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, California.

David Ferguson is the pastor of Crosswalk Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Introduction to the "How" of Recovery and Revitalization by Richie Halversen

In this presentation, Richie Halversen introduces the topic of church revitalization and draws a parallel between the recovery process from addiction and the revitalization of a church, highlighting that the first three steps in recovery from addiction —honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness—are crucial for church revitalization. Watch the video now.

Richie Halversen is the Director of Church Growth & Revitalization at the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists.

Declining Church Attendance Post-2000 by Roger Hernandez

Roger Hernandez addresses a concerning trend in church attendance, noting a significant decline since the year 2000, emphasizing that this is not due to a loss of faith but rather a shift in behavior. Despite the negative graphical representation of the trend, Hernandez remains optimistic, believing that divine power and grace can overcome these challenges. Watch the full video here.

Roger Hernandez is the Ministerial and Evangelism Director for the Southern Union Conference.

Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día Nueva Vida: historia y visión

La Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día Nueva Vida en Oshawa, Ontario, comenzó como IASD de Oshawa del Norte en 1992 y fue fundada para involucrar a jóvenes desconectados. A pesar de los desafíos, incluyendo el estancamiento antes del COVID-19 y el envejecimiento de la membresía, la iglesia experimentó un avivamiento después del COVID con una generación más joven que trajo energía y nuevas ideas. Los valores fundamentales de autenticidad y la búsqueda intencional de Dios siguen siendo centrales. La iglesia pretende ser relevante e inclusiva, adaptándose a las necesidades de la comunidad en lugar de perseguir una imagen que esté de moda. Matthew Feeley reflexiona sobre el camino de la iglesia, estableciendo paralelismos entre los desafíos personales y la resiliencia y las aspiraciones de crecimiento de la iglesia.

Matthew Feeley es el pastor de la Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día Nueva Vida en Oshawa, Canadá.

Desarrollando un plan de acción para la plantación de una iglesia

Marcio Gerley, un plantador de iglesias en Canadá, comparte su experiencia y sus ideas sobre cómo plantar una iglesia. Él destaca la importancia de tener un plan de acción, un equipo motivado y conexiones sólidas dentro del equipo. También enfatiza la necesidad de pasión y dedicación, sugiriendo que los líderes deberían pasar tiempo con su equipo y presentar la misión con regularidad.

Marcio Gerley es el pastor del Grupo Adventista Español St. Catharines en St. Catharines, Ontario, Canadá.

The New Life Seventh-day Adventist Church: History and Vision

The New Life Seventh-day Adventist Church in Oshawa, Ontario, started as North Oshawa SDA Church in 1992 and was founded to engage disconnected youth. Despite challenges, including plateauing before COVID-19 and aging membership, the church experienced a revival post-COVID with a younger generation bringing energy and new ideas. The core values of authenticity and intentional seeking of God remain central. The church aims to be relevant and inclusive, adapting to community needs rather than pursuing a trendy image. Matthew Feeley reflects on the church's journey, drawing parallels between personal challenges and the church's resilience and aspirations for growth.

Matthew Feeley is the pastor of the New Life SDA Church in Oshawa, Canada.

Developing an Action Plan for a Church Plant

Marcio Gerley, a church planter in Canada, shares his experience and insights on planting a church. He emphasizes the importance of having an action plan, a motivated team, and strong connections within the team. He also stresses the necessity of passion and dedication, suggesting that leaders should spend time with their team and present the mission regularly.

Marcio Gerley is the pastor of St. Catharines Spanish Adventist Group in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

Tendencias demográficas y sociológicas en la División Norteamericana

En este video, Michael Campbell se enfoca en las tendencias demográficas y sociológicas que están impactando el cristianismo y el adventismo, especialmente en Norteamérica. Campbell comparte puntos clave, como la disminución de las tasas de fertilidad y los nuevos enfoques sobre la sexualidad, el género y la familia adoptados por las principales religiones. Él enfatiza la importancia de comprender las tendencias demográficas y sociológicas para informar la evangelización y la planificación estratégica dentro de la División Norteamericana. Para ver el video completo, haz clic en el enlace a continuación.

Michael Campbell es director de archivos, estadísticas e investigación de la NAD.

La misión y el impacto de “Atónitos” en las escuelas, por Patrice Patel

En este video, Patrice Patel de Nueva Zelanda presenta “Atónitos”, un programa que cautiva a maestros y estudiantes a través de historias bíblicas y valores. “Atónitos” ofrece una experiencia única para alejar a los niños de la tecnología y las pantallas, ayudándolos a descubrir sus verdaderos dones y su identidad. Patrice comparte su viaje personal, inspirado por la muerte de su padre y la fe de su madre, lo que la llevó a dedicarse a la danza y, finalmente, a crear “Atónitos”. Mira el video completo aquí.

Patrice Patel es la directora de Producciones Atónitos.

Demographic and Sociological Trends in North American Division by Michael Campbell

In this video, Michael Campbell focuses on demographic and sociological trends impacting Christianity and Adventism, particularly in North America. Campbell shares critical points, including the decline in fertility rates and new approaches to sexuality, gender, and family by major religions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding demographics and sociological trends to inform evangelism and strategic planning within the North American Division. To watch the full video, click on the link below.

Michael Campbell is Director of NAD Archives, Statistics & Research.

Gobsmacked's Mission and Impact on Schools by Patrice Patel

In this video, Patrice Patel from New Zealand introduces Gobsmacked, a program that captures the hearts of teachers and students through biblical stories and values. Gobsmacked offers a unique experience by removing children from technology and screens, helping them discover their true giftedness and identity. Patrice shares her personal journey, inspired by her father's death and her mother's faith, which led her to pursue dance and ultimately to create Gobsmacked. Watch the full video here.

Patrice Patel is the director of Gobsmacked Productions.

Leadership and Metrics: Keys to Church Revitalization and Growth by Tyler Long

In this session of eHuddle, Tyler Long, the Personal Ministries Director for the Washington Conference, shares insights on the importance of church revitalization. He emphasizes that leadership is crucial, citing John Maxwell's quote, "Everything rises and falls on leadership." Tyler explains the need for strong pastoral leadership, likening pastors to different levels of evangelistic interest—A, B, C, and D. He stresses the importance of defining and owning the church's reality, particularly through tracking key metrics like baptisms and attendance. By regularly reviewing these at church board meetings, churches can assess their vitality—whether multiplying, growing, plateauing, or declining. If a church is in decline, Tyler advises changing the systems in place, as they are directly responsible for the current results. Watch it here.

Tyler Long is the Personal Ministries Director for the Washington Conference of SDA.

Miracle at Northwood by Kojo Twumasi

In this inspiring presentation titled "The Miracle at Northwood," Kojo Twumasi shares the remarkable story of revitalizing the Northwood Seventh-day Adventist Church, a small congregation with just 15 regular attendees. Faced with challenges like a less-than-ideal location and a largely unreached demographic, the church members embarked on a bold, innovative summer evangelism series called "Summer Blast." The series, designed to be a fun community event rather than a traditional religious service, featured lively outdoor gatherings, hearty meals, and activities for children, blending education and entertainment. The Northwood church transformed its evangelistic efforts through dedicated prayer, teamwork, and creativity, proving that even small congregations can achieve extraordinary results when they work together and trust in God's power.

Kojo Twumasi is the pastor of Northwood SDA Church.

Creando una comunidad de iglesia inclusiva en Kansas, por Kyle Smith

En este video de eHuddle 2024, Kyle Smith habla sobre sus esfuerzos para crear comunidades inclusivas en Kansas City a través del lanzamiento de Seven, una plataforma para que los grupos marginados se conecten y crezcan. Él destaca el valor de crear una comunidad que busque amar y apoyar a todas las personas, independientemente de su origen o identidad. Mire el video completo aquí.

Kyle Smith es pastor docente en Commons y pastor asociado en la Iglesia ASD de New Haven, KS.

Revitalizando una Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día moribunda de Samoa en Hawái, por Mark Tamaleea.

Mark Tamaleaa habla sobre los desafíos que enfrenta una iglesia adventista samoana en Hawái, incluyendo racismo y la discriminación dentro de la iglesia. Señala la disminución en la asistencia a la iglesia y la moral, y enfatiza la importancia de considerar el contexto cultural al seleccionar un nuevo pastor. Mire el video aquí.

Mark Tamaleaa es un educador y defensor de la salud mental que ayuda a crear conciencia sobre el bienestar de la salud mental y la prevención del suicidio.