Jose Marin, NCC Executive Secretary, announced, “We are very excited about our 2025 Redwood Camp Meeting speakers. Jesse Seibel is a chaplain with an incredible ability to connect with people on a personal level. Jon Paulien is a leading scholar and lecturer on Revelation, and we are privileged to have him at Redwood. Gary Venden also returns and anchors our morning programs, a veteran camp favorite.”
Redwood Camp Meeting runs from July 27 to August 2. Information and registration is available on their website.
Featured in Northern Lights, January 30, 2025
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– Both seriously wounded kindergarten students are being treated and remain in critical condition. Sheriff Kory Honea explained that these two boys have a long road to recovery. Let us continue to keep these boys and their families in prayer.
– The perpetrator was Glenn Litton, who was later confirmed to be a lapsed Chico Seventh-day Adventist church member and former student at Paradise Adventist Elementary and Chico Adventist Schools. Sheriff Honea reported that he suffered from mental illness and had a lengthy criminal background. As a convicted felon, Litton did not legally own the firearm used in the crime.
– Law enforcement continues to seek information that will help illuminate Litton’s motive. Still, writings attributed to him suggest that he imagined himself to be a “lieutenant” in what appears to be a fictitious organization called the “International Alliance.”
– Sheriff Honea confirmed that the attack was an isolated incident and that Litton died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Investigators later discovered that he had scheduled to visit another nearby Adventist school on December 5.
– Sheriff Honea paid tribute to the efforts of Feather River principal and teachers who acted swiftly and decisively to protect students as soon as the threat was detected.
With the information provided by Sheriff Honea, the CHP Commissioner, the Butte County District Attorney, and the FBI in coordination with other federal entities, it does not appear there is any active threat to our schools, churches, or other Adventist institutions and that Litton was acting alone. As a result, many Adventist schools will resume classes today, and special efforts are being made to ensure counseling support is available to all families and students.
Chico, Yuba City and Feather River Adventist Schools will remain closed as we prioritize care and support for staff, families, and students. Please continue to pray for all our students, especially those hospitalized, and our faculty, staff, and families.
All questions related to this incident should be directed to Laurie Trujillo, Director of Communication, at (916) 886-5642 or laurie.trujillo@nccsda.com
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Northern California has played a significant role in the history of the Pacific Press Publishing Association.
At the 1874 Camp Meeting in Yountville, along the Napa River, Elder G. I. Butler, the president of the General Conference, encouraged the gathered community to continue their outreach and evangelism efforts on the West Coast.
This was just six years after Elders J. N. Loughborough and D. T. Bourdeau arrived in California and began evangelistic meetings in the Sonoma Valley. Moreover, it was only four months after James White started publishing “Signs of the Times,” a magazine aimed at the West Coast audience.
During the Yountville camp meeting, an offering was collected to fund publishing efforts that would support the growth of the Adventist Church, particularly on the West Coast. Consequently, the Pacific Press Publishing Association began its work in Oakland from 1874 until 1904 before moving to Mountain View in 1984. It has been located in Nampa, Idaho, for 40 years.
This year marks 150 years of sharing God’s love through the printed page. Dale Galusha, President of the Pacific Press Publishing Association, shared the special celebration event on August 17. Watch that event online!
Featured in Northern Lights, November 14, 2024
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Imagine transforming your worship services, events, and school programs into moments that inspire deeper connections with the mission and move people to give joyfully and generously. This course equips you with the tools to make that vision a reality.
In this dynamic and interactive course, you’ll learn how to:
This course is for pastors, administrators, and individuals passionate about furthering God’s work through sustainable giving.
Why?
When you create a thriving culture of generosity, you’re not just funding programs—you’re empowering disciples, growing communities, and helping prepare people for an abundant life with Jesus Christ. The impact is eternal.
To sign up for the course or learn more, visit our development page for more details!
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Quality: First and foremost, create good content. Social media is just that: social. Create an interesting story with engaging visual imagery to draw your audience in. This encourages interaction from the viewer and interest in your event.
Member participation: Actively encourage every church member to leave comments, post pictures, and forward event links to friends and relatives.
Facebook advertising: This inexpensive service is an easy way to grow interest in your event in the surrounding community. You can choose the area where it will be seen, and the number of people you want it to reach.
Helpful hints: The NCC Communication Department is always available for help. We can help you determine the best strategy for your church, school.
You can contact us directly by email or join our Facebook community.
Featured in Northern Lights, September 5, 2024
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Alexander’s ministry spanned 40 years, mainly in the Northern California Conference. He faithfully worked in the Alameda/East Oakland district, Paradise, Fort Bragg, Healdsburg churches, and Rio Lindo Academy. After serving in Virginia, he returned to the territory as a district pastor for Yreka and Scott Valley churches, retiring in 2010 while pastoring the Signs Memorial church in Yountville.
According to his family, Sam loved God and wanted others to know how much God loved them.
Jim Lorenz, ministerial director, stated, “The only thing Sam loved more than his family and the outdoors was Jesus. Sam served as a pastor for four decades, lifting up Jesus, most of it in the NCC. He will be missed.”
Alexander passed away with Sue, his wife of 56 years, and family by his side.
Featured in Northern Lights, June 6, 2024
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Final touches are being made at the gleaming new swimming pool, signaling excitement for the upcoming summer visitors. The new pool building, one-third larger than its predecessor, now features expanded shower areas, external-access bathrooms, and improved storage. Craig Heinrich, camp director, said, “The pool and its outbuilding have been a labor of love, and the quality is better than we’ve ever had before. The pool was designed with a purpose that goes beyond just a place to play. We expanded the ramp and purposely made the shallow end a place where many kids will give their lives to the Lord through baptism.”
The new multipurpose room is a sight to behold. It includes a fireside room, a state-of-the-art kitchen, a craft room, expanded storage areas, and cedar trees milled into lumber from the fire have been used in construction throughout the building.
Once devastated by the Caldor Fire, the surrounding hills have been revitalized with over 150,000 pine, cedar, and Douglas fir plantings, offering a glimpse of green on the landscape—a symbol of hope and renewal.
Heinrich explained, “I can’t thank the employees, conference, constituency, donors, and volunteers enough for their support. The camp has been blessed by many who keep this precious facility open and serve others for Christ.”
Featured in Northern Lights, June 6, 2024
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The effort resonated with 37 individuals from across the broader St. Helena community. Upon its culmination, marked improvements in depression and anxiety scores were observed among the participants.
In the spirit of compassion and empowerment, the St. Helena Church remains steadfast in its mission to ignite positive change and uplift lives, one healthy choice at a time.
Featured in Northern Lights, April 4, 2024
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