Hurricane Idalia Relief Efforts
Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm early Wednesday morning, August 30, 2023. It was reported to be the strongest hurricane to make landfall in the Big Bend region in more than 125 years. We are saddened to hear reports of flooding in many areas along
Altamonte Springs Commissioner Visits Adventist Food Drive
Helping hands: (Right to left) Volunteer Michael Dada, Commissioner Bob O’Malley, community service leader Sonya Pusey, and Pastor Dion Henry at Altamonte Springs Seventh-day Adventist Church food drive. Photo: Carlos Medley When one offers a cup of water to a thirsty stranger or a bag of groceries to a needy family,
Hurricane Season 2023
Dear Florida Conference leaders and constituents, I pray this message finds you in good health. As you may be aware, the 2023 hurricane season is quickly approaching, and is expected to extend from June 1-November 30, 2022. I would like to remind you of some important safety measures that you can
Devastating Earthquakes Hit Türkiye and Syria
We are deeply saddened for all the victims and families who are suffering devastating loss after major earthquakes hit Türkiye and Syria. Florida Conference Adventist Community Services is partnering with ADRA—our international disaster response team— for the collection of funds for Disaster Relief. Please continue to pray for the people
Florida Conference Admin Travels to “Chair the Love” in Peru
From the time that Frank Sinatra first crooned, “Come fly with me, let’s float down to Peru,” it has captured the imagination of those who love to travel and explore. Some never imagined they’d find themselves in “llama-land,” sharing an experience they’d never forget with great friends. The Florida Conference
Florida State Excellence Award for Adventist Community Services
On January 26, 2023, Florida Conference Adventist Community Services received the Excellence in Volunteerism Award from Volunteer Florida. The Volunteer Florida Foundation provides funds "to administer high-impact national service programs and promote volunteerism throughout the state while managing the Florida Disaster Fund – Florida's official fund to assist communities with disaster
Unexpected Passing of Minnesota Conference President, Dr. Daniel Honore
With heavy hearts, we share news of the passing of Dr. Daniel Honore, Minnesota Conference President. Dr. Honore passed away unexpectedly in his home on Friday, January 13, 2023. Please join us in prayer for his wife, Fritze, and their four children, Gamaliel, Gabriel, Nathanael, and Danielle, the entire Honore family,
Officers Elected to Continue Serving Florida Conference at 72nd Constituency Session
On Sunday, October 9, 2022, the delegation of constituents from throughout Florida Conference overwhelmingly elected its three current officers to continue serving. C. Allan Machado will continue serving as President/CEO of Florida Conference, Timothy A. Goff as Executive Secretary/COO, and Elisa T.M. Rahming as Treasurer/CFO. "Let us not forget that those who
Hurricane Relief Efforts
As Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida, an estimated 2.6 million homes and businesses were left without power and floodwaters surged. Reports from the Gulf Coast indicate severe damage, hundreds of individuals are feared dead, and thousands more are in need of rescue. The Adventist Community Services and Disaster Response team