New Zealand Pacific Union Conference president Pastor Eddie Tupa’i has provided an update on the situation in New Caledonia, following the recent political unrest in the country.
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With one Seventh-day Adventist for every 55 people, the South Pacific Division now has the highest ratio of Adventists to population in the world.
The meetings will further solidify the partnership between the SPD and the Southern Asia-Pacific Division—the SPD's closest neighbour.
At a time when cost of living pressures are escalating, the faithfulness of members is deeply appreciated.
While the numbers tell a compelling story of growth, there are concerns over the challenge of retaining new members.
Delegates from across the South Pacific were joined by General Conference representatives for the meetings, held last week at Avondale University.
Innovation has been prioritised, along with the appointment of frontline workers.
Baptisms and professions of faith fell by more than half between 2020 and 2021.
Reports were shared by leaders of the SPD unions, institutions and departments. There was also discussion on some of the big challenges the SPD is facing.
Church members have been thanked for their continued faithfulness despite the challenging times.