Southern Asia-Pacific Division Supports Evangelistic Meetings in Eastern Africa

Adventist delegates from the Southern Asia-Pacific Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (SSD) joined Adventist churches in the East-Central Africa Division (ECD) for a major evangelistic campaign themed “Homecoming,” which ran July 6-20.

The series employed traditional evangelistic methods, featuring speakers at thousands of sites across 11 countries within the East African territory.

ECD leaders and members warmly welcomed delegates from the SSD, which is based in Silang, Cavite, Philippines, as they participated in the Homecoming evangelistic meetings. Regional leaders, along with local unions and church leaders, embraced the SSD team, demonstrating hospitality and unity in their mission to spread the gospel.

This collaboration underscores the significant value of unity and total member involvement, highlighting that the mission extends beyond local boundaries to reach global communities in dire need of God’s message.

SSD president Roger Caderma, who is a strong advocate for unity and cooperation, expressed his enthusiasm for participating in this initiative to share the gospel of hope with every nation, kindred, tongue, tribe, and people. “Ministering to people outside of our territory provides all delegates with a broader perspective of God’s mission. I encourage everyone to step out of their comfort zones and proclaim the gospel far and near, in any way possible,” he emphasized.

The SSD delegation expressed their gratitude for the honor of serving beyond their territory and engaging in this significant event. Meeting people from diverse cultures and languages was truly astounding, they said, promoting connections and understanding across borders.

Delegates from the General Conference (GC) of the Adventist Church were also present during the division-wide campaign. GC president Ted N. C. Wilson led his team of participants from the world church and was assigned to South Sudan. According to a leader from the ECD, Wilson’s visit brings spiritual benefits that strengthen the resolve of believers in the Adventist Church in South Sudan. “It serves as a reminder of the imminent return of Christ and the responsibility of every Adventist to actively engage in sharing their faith,” the ECD leader said.

SSD delegates were designated to lead out in various countries, including Ethiopia, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Burundi. SSD sent 13 delegates, including administrators of SSD and four representatives from the Adventist Church in the Southeastern Philippine region.

The support of SSD for ECD’s Homecoming evangelistic meetings is a testament to the power of collective effort in advancing the gospel. This joint endeavor, part of the ECD Impact 2025 initiative, aims to significantly enhance ECD’s outreach efforts and increase membership across the region. A key component of this campaign is the emphasis on Total Member Involvement (TMI), encouraging every church member to engage in both personal and public evangelistic outreach initiatives.

The delegation witnessed hundreds of souls responding to the call to accept Jesus through baptism, finding inspiration in the sight of individuals making a public declaration of their faith. This powerful testament to the transformative power of the gospel message underscored the success of the evangelistic meetings. The impact of this shared experience will continue to resonate, highlighting the boundless potential for growth and unity within the body of Christ.

The original version of this story was posted on the Southern Asia-Pacific Division news site.