The South Pacific Division (SPD) has appointed Pastor Pablo Lillo as the local coordinator for OneVoice27, a global initiative encouraging Seventh-day Adventists to use digital media as well as all other ways to share Jesus.
Pastor Lillo believes the initiative—which will run through 2027 to commemorate 2000 years since Jesus’ baptism—comes at a pivotal moment for the Adventist Church.
“This is an exciting time for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the South Pacific,” he said. “We have new social media initiatives that are changing the direction of the Church. We’re more focused on mission than ever before.”
While pastors, evangelists and lay preachers are travelling throughout the Pacific during the Trans Pacific for Christ campaigns, OneVoice27 provides an opportunity for every church member to participate in evangelism, regardless of age, profession or location.
“Not everyone can preach from a pulpit or travel on an evangelistic campaign,” said Pastor Lillo. “But almost everyone has a smartphone and a voice. OneVoice27 is about using those everyday tools to introduce people to Jesus.
“At the heart of OneVoice27 is Jesus Christ—the Saviour of the world who loves, forgives, restores and offers eternal life. This initiative encourages church members to use their gifts, creativity and digital platforms to share their faith in ways that are authentic, engaging and accessible.”
Division president Pastor Glenn Townend said the SPD is excited to have Pastor Lillo leading the OneVoice27 initiative.
“He has the spiritual, creative and organisational skills to engage us in uplifting Jesus,” Pastor Townend said. “OneVoice27 is all about uplifting Jesus, sharing our story about Jesus and the biblical story of Jesus—this will draw all people to Jesus and give us victory,” he added, reflecting on John 12:32 and Revelation 12:10.
Pastor Lillo, who has served in church ministry for many years and is a former editor of Adventist Record, believes the opportunity is significant.
“It is estimated that 3.4 billion people around the world still do not know Jesus,” he said. “Many have never heard a clear presentation of the gospel. Some live where Christian witness is limited, while others are surrounded by technology yet remain spiritually disconnected from God.”
According to Pastor Lillo, digital mission represents one of the greatest evangelistic opportunities in history.
“Never before has a single message been able to travel across the globe in seconds,” he said. “A testimony recorded in Sydney can be watched moments later in Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu or the Cook Islands. A Bible verse, a short video or a personal story of faith can reach someone who may never walk through the doors of a church.
“While digital content is the vehicle, meaningful connection is the mission. OneVoice27 exists to use social media and digital platforms to introduce people to Jesus, build authentic relationships and help individuals take their next step toward Him.”
As the SPD strengthens its focus on mission, Pastor Lillo believes every church member has an important role to play.
“God has placed unprecedented opportunities in our hands,” he said. “Together, with one voice, we can share one message—Jesus—to the Pacific and beyond.”
