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Pastoral Letter
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Dear Church Family,
I bring you greetings in the wonderful name of Jesus Christ,
our Lord and Saviour. I also trust that you and your loved
ones are in good health. Today, my heart is heavy as we
continue to witness the devastation caused by the recent
hurricane Melissa on the Island of Jamaica and other Islands
of the Caribbean community. From the ground, chaos reigned
across Jamaica in the aftermath of
Hurricane Melissa
as residents emerged from the storm to find their
communities shattered, their homes lying in ruins along with
streets left awash in mud, debris, and dangling power lines.
One hospital staffer described having to dodge pieces of
flying glass and other debris as the storm blew out windows
and shook the facility. From the air, the picture of the
widespread devastation came into a sobering focus as
families lost their homes, possessions, and even loved
ones.
Video footage taken during Prime Minister Holness's
helicopter tour of the hard-hit areas showed communities
left in ruins. From the air, Holness witnessed entire
neighbourhoods devastated, with numerous homes missing roofs
and walls. The videos showed twisted metal, splinted wood,
and chunks of broken concrete strewn across the green
landscape for miles. Torrential downpours and forceful winds
unleashed widespread destruction along the storm's path in
Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, and the Bahamas. At least 30 people
have died, though the full toll of the catastrophic
hurricane may take days or weeks to be determined. The needs
before us are urgent and profound. As followers of Christ,
we are called to respond with compassion, generosity, and
steadfast hope.
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Galatians 6:2, "Carry each
other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfil the law of
Christ." In this time of crisis, we have the opportunity to
bear one another's burdens and demonstrate the love of
Christ in action. James 2:15-17 also teaches us: "Suppose a
brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If
one of you says to them, 'Go in peace; keep warm and well
fed,' but does nothing about their physical needs, what good
is it?" Our faith compels us to reach out and help those who
are suffering.
I appeal to each of you to give as you are able—whether
through financial gifts, donations of clothing or food, or
by volunteering your time. No act of kindness is too small.
United in faith, our collective efforts can bring hope and
tangible relief to those who are suffering. Let us remember
the words of Jesus in Matthew 25:40: "Truly I tell you,
whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and
sisters of mine, you did for me." In serving those affected
by this disaster, we are serving our Lord Himself.
May God bless you abundantly as you answer this call to love
and serve. If you would like to donate or volunteer, please
get in touch with the ADRA office at the BUC or the
Community Ministries Department at the SEC, or visit our
website for more information on how you can help.
In other news, congratulations to Pastor Louis Fajardo and
the leadership of the Hispanic Churches. In a just-concluded
evangelistic campaign, 20 precious souls were baptised. Let
us all continue to build up the Kingdom of God and be
INSPIRED FOR MISSION!
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Dr. Kirk Thomas
South England Conference President
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ADRA-UK: Hurricane Melissa Appeal
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Sandra Golding
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ADRA-UK has launched an urgent fundraising appeal to assist
communities across Jamaica and neighbouring countries that
have been devastated by Hurricane Melissa. We are reaching
out to request your kind support as we mobilise vital aid
for those who are suffering and in greatest need.
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Stay Informed with SEC WhatsApp
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SEC Communications
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Get the latest updates, market insights, and regulatory news
delivered straight to your phone. Follow the SEC WhatsApp
Channel for real-time notifications and never miss important
financial information.
SEC WhatsApp Channel: Your direct line to SEC updates
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60 SEC News
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Don Roberts
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connectED25: AI, Gaming & Streaming to Engage GEN Z
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SECmedia
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Evangelism Across SEC
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Pastor Kwadwo Kwarteng-Ampofo
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Evangelism 101: Episode 18
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Pastor Kwadwo Kwarteng-Ampofo
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Reading West and Park Side SDA Churches Week of Prayer
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Pastor Sinisa Horvat
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London Hispanic Adventists Celebrate 20 Baptised
Following ‘Limitless’ Campaign
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Pastor Luis Fajardo
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A historic moment has taken place in the London Hispanic
Adventist community as believers gathered in Camberwell,
London, from 25 October to 1 November for
Hope Week: Limitless. The joint evangelistic
programme, led by the Central London Hispanic Church and the
Southeast Hispanic Company, culminated in the largest
baptismal celebration recorded in more than forty years of
Hispanic Adventist mission in the city.
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A Mother’s Joy: Hackney Church Rejoices in the Baptism of
Regular Attendee
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Zinze Bishop
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On 1st November, as the sun set down over the church on the
hill, God welcomed His child back into His arms. Brother
Dave Miller, a regular attendee of Hackney Seventh-day
Adventist Church, was seated in the congregation like a man
on a great mission. Behind him sat his overjoyed mother and
proud siblings.
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Empowered by the Holy Spirit: I Will Go!
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Darell J Philip
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Over 100 individuals attended the Willesden and Holloway
Seventh-day Adventist Churches Prayer Retreat at the Kents
Hill Park Training and Conference Centre in Milton Keynes
during the weekend of Friday 31st October to Sunday 2nd
November 2025.
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Southampton Church Bids Farewell to 130-Year-Old Church
Building
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Elizabeth Gulugulu
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“As we gather here today, our hearts are filled with so many
memories, laughter that was shared, songs that lifted our
spirits, prayers that strengthened our faith, and tears shed
in moments of trial and discomfort,” said Ethel Muzamhindo,
the Adventurer Leader, in her heartfelt farewell message.
This day was not only a farewell but also a time for
reflection, filled with mixed emotions of sadness,
excitement, and hope.
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Is the Bible Still Relevant in the 21st Century?
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Maxine Donovan
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You cannot afford to miss the third session of the online,
Holy Ghost inspired Bible series,
‘Is the Bible Still Relevant in the 21st
Century,’ on
Sunday, 5 October from 7:00 – 8:15pm.
The speaker will be
Dr Ivan Milanov, Senior Lecturer at Newbold College, and he will be focusing on evidence from
prophecy. In addition to the presentation,
there will be Prayers, Testimonies and Music.
The penultimate session will be on
Sunday, 16 November from 7:00 –
8:15pm, and the speaker is Pastor Dr Kenroy Campbell, Asst.
Professor in the School of Religion & Theology –
Northern Caribbean University.
The final session on
Sunday, 7 December will be a panel
discussion. The panel will be made up of all the speakers,
plus Helen De Coteau Grant, SEC School of Evangelism; and
Pastor Dr Jude Jeanville.
Start sending in your questions for the panel to discuss, to
the email address below:
pr@tottenhamlighthouse.org.
The remaining sessions in the Bible series via Zoom are:
16 November, 7:00 – 8:15pm
7 December, 7:00 – 8:30pm
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 839 7683 6479
Passcode: 215562
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Know Your Numbers
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Edith Samambwa
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Blood Pressure Awareness Campaign (Monthly
Webinar)
Date: Tuesday 18 November 2025, 7pm
(GMT)
Address: Zoom ID 519 848 6156
High blood pressure is a silent killer. It can lead to heart
disease, strokes, kidney disease and dementia. Early
detection saves lives. Join us on
Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 7pm to learn
about the connection of blood pressure to your overall
health. We will also share about your risk for high blood
pressure and learn lifestyle keys for prevention.
Contact Information: Edith Samambwa,
esamambwa@secadventist.org.uk
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Rejuvenation Conference
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Anastasia Ross
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Widows, Widowers and Families Day of Fellowship
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Pastor Rio Espulgar
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We warmly invite you to a special Day of Fellowship
dedicated to widows, widowers, and their families with the
uplifting theme: Anchor in Hope.
Venue: Jews' Free School, The Mall, Harrow HA3 9TE
Time: 6th December, 2025 @ 10:00 AM Livestream: via
SEC Media
We are privileged to welcome two inspiring guest speakers:
Dr. Augustus Lawrence and
Sister Thembie Mapingire will minister words of
healing, resilience, and God's abiding presence.
We look forward to worshipping together and finding strength
in our shared Anchor in Hope.
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Literature Evangelist Training Weekend
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Lois Campbell-Ross
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Messenger Latest Edition
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Sarah Jarvis
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