NEWS & ARTICLES

The Leamington Seventh-day Adventist Church congregation rejoices as they welcome back Eva Fowler, aged 95, in full strength after her recovery from a fall. The members of the church praise God for her return and are delighted to see her actively participating in evangelism and worship once again. According to Pastor Patterson of the Leamington […]

On July 1, 2023, the Barrie Seventh-day Adventist Church celebrated the 100th birthday of its longest-serving church elder in Ontario, Sister Marion Charlton. Many pastors she has worked with attended the event, including George Ivkov, Julius Kalmar, Ladford Morris, Daniel Saugh and Jakov Bibulovic. Following the celebration, Pastor Jakov recalled, “My wife and I were […]

Apple Creek Seventh-day Adventist Church is buzzing with excitement as they kick off youth month in July, a special celebration that highlights the potential and leadership abilities of the younger generation. This year, the church has taken a bold step by turning over the reins of leadership to the youth. Throughout the month, the youth […]

Pastor Steven Couto of Bronte Adventist Church was on a quest to find a fresh and exciting way for kids to connect with Bible characters and learn about Jesus. That’s when he came up with the idea of creating a video game called “The Gospel of Luke.” In “The Gospel of Luke,” players assume the […]

Ottawa East and Ottawa Seventh-day Adventist Churches have joined forces for a second year to provide a new and exciting form of Vacation Bible School (VBS) for the community called Camp Oasis. The program began yesterday and will run for the entire month. Pastor Anthony Kern from Ottawa East Church shared that this innovative summer […]

In the book “Evangelism,” Ellen White wrote, “New methods must be introduced. God’s people must awaken to the necessities of the time in which they are living.” (White, Evangelism, 70). These inspired words were strongly affirmed during the pandemic. During the COVID-19 shutdowns, churches across Ontario made technological innovations to ensure the distinctive, Christ-centered Adventist […]

On July 1, 2023, President Jakov Bibulović and his wife, Ljubica, welcomed newly-hired pastor Ferdinand Regalado, and his wife, Charito, to the Ontario Conference and to the Scarborough Filipino Seventh-day Adventist Church. Ferdinand is the former McAllen All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church pastor in McAllen, Texas. Before moving there, Pastor Ragalado taught Hebrew and Old […]

Pastors from across Canada recently gathered at Burman University in Alberta for a four-day event organized by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada (SDACC) every ten years. This nationwide Ministerial Summit aims to restore and empower pastors and their families through worship, workshops, networking, and the exchange of ideas. The event featured a range of […]

The passing of Pastor Joseph Bulgin on June 23 has left a profound impact on those who knew and loved him. As his family prepares for his funeral on Monday, July 10, tributes continue to pour in, testifying to the legacy he left behind. Paulette Massey, a former member who had known Pastor Bulgin for 21 […]

The graduating class of 2023 at Crawford Adventist Academy has achieved an outstanding accomplishment, receiving an impressive total of 1.5 million dollars in scholarship offers. This remarkable achievement continues a trend of excellence for Crawford graduates, with 90% of them being accepted into their first-choice universities. Jayden Cassimy, who received over one hundred thousand dollars […]

In a world where moral values are declining, and focus on self is increasing, now more than ever there is a need for Adventist Christian education; which not only teaches students to develop a life of faith in God but also empowers them to use their knowledge and skills to serve God and humanity. The Seventh-day Adventist […]

After 12 years serving in the Ontario Conference, we bid farewell to Pastor Goran Zivkovic, as he accepts his new position as Associate Professor of Old Testament at Friedensau University in Germany. Born in Croatia, Pastor Zivkovic completed his Bachelor of Arts in Theology Degree from the Belgrade Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary in Serbia, and […]

“I can smell the burnt wood in the air.” a church member in the Southern Ontario region said. Smoke from forest fires in northeastern Ontario and Quebec has moved into the area, causing air quality to worsen. As a result, Environment Canada issued a special weather statement Thursday at 9pm emphasizing that low concentrations of […]

On June 23 to the 24th, in the heart of Simcoe, Ontario, at the Norfolk County Fairgrounds, an eagerly awaited event unfolded—the Southern Ontario Camp Meeting. After three long years since the lifting of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, members of the Southern Ontario region, which consists of 26 congregations and over 4000 members, came together […]

The Ontario and Alberta Conferences are releasing a joint statement recognizing that Alberta Conference voted to extend a call to the Pules, inviting them to join their pastoral team. After faithfully serving the Ontario Conference Seventh-day Adventist Church for the past 18 years, Pastors Orlando and Elizabeth Pule, a dedicated husband and wife ministry team, […]

At the Ontario Conference head office in Oshawa, an “onboarding” or orientation meeting was held for new directors, setting the stage for their journey as leaders within the organization. The meeting began with President Jakov Bibulovic, who kicked things off with an inspiring devotion on leadership, setting the tone for the day. He followed up […]

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Pastor Joseph Bulgin, a deeply respected pastor of the Ontario Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Pastor Bulgin peacefully fell asleep in Jesus at approximately 4:15 pm on June 23, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and an immense void in the hearts […]

Graduation season marks a significant milestone in the lives of students. From kindergarten to university, each student’s step forward deserves recognition and congratulations for their hard work and growth. As we celebrate graduates, let’s also use this season to connect with our communities. Jesus was actively involved in His local community, attending events, engaging with […]

Pastor Jakov Bibulović is the new president of the Ontario Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Delegates to the 35th Quinquennial Constituency Meeting, held on June 2 and 4, 2023, at the International Centre, Mississauga, voted 79% in favour to accept the nominating committee’s recommendation. The vote occurred about an hour after the business session commenced on […]

He had to admit, it disturbed him. He later began to understand a little of what the innocent feel when falsely accused. The occasion lent rise to false statements, speculation as fact, and an abundant amount of curiosity. It was the weeks leading up to another conference session.  Somehow, without knowing his thoughts or his […]

I’ve heard it said that Seventh-day Adventists have a persecution complex. Whether it’s a fair question or not is open to debate, but it’s difficult to be around some Adventists for long without hearing something about persecution. From the very start of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the United States, the founders believed that Bible […]

He knew he must have done something wrong because his wife was giving him the silent treatment.   When he asked what he had done to upset her, she simply ignored him, leaving him guessing and frustrated.  In her mind, her silence was justified because she wanted to send him a message. Little did she […]

A virtual conference on the realities of children with autism was recently held. The online conference was part of a new certification program launched by Antillean Adventist University (AAU) in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. The event, which was covered by media outlets across Puerto Rico, drew hundreds of viewers. There’s a great need among families with […]

He knew he shouldn’t have ignored the Check Engine light, but he had done what he always did with most bothersome things—ignored it, thinking it would take care of itself. But not this time. The car wouldn’t start. Even though some people say they enjoy a challenge, I wonder if they look forward to facing […]