I have become increasingly convinced that our churches are filled with young people who possess remarkable creative gifts. Photography, music, filmmaking, design, writing, painting, and other forms of art offer powerful ways to express faith, reveal beauty, and share the gospel.

Over 100 people gathered at Camp Akita, July 22–25, for the 2026 Illinois Conference Family Camp Meeting. Through worship, preaching, music, recreation, and time together, campers explored the Conference theme, “Experiencing the Lord of Hope.”

The Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists has hired Janette Rodriguez as the next principal of Hinsdale Adventist Academy.