This past Sabbath, we had the wonderful opportunity to honor our Senior Pastor, Pastor Honoré and Associate Pastor , Pastor Justino Jorge for their faithful service, dedication, and love for our church family. The celebration began with a special video featuring heartfelt messages from church members expressing their love, gratitude, and appreciation for our pastors. This was followed by a meaningful presentation of Scripture readings and poems, along with thoughtful gifts pr

Breaking the Silence: The Church’s Responsibility to Protect, Support, and Empower Survivors On October 10th, our church focused on raising awareness about domestic violence and intimate partner violence (IPV), honoring the lives of women who have lost their lives to abuse, uplifting survivors, and acknowledging that men can also experience domestic violence. The program challenged the congregation to confront the reality of abuse within our communities, including within the

This month, we are taking time to highlight the importance of breast health, regular screening, knowing your own body, and understanding the changes that occur throughout a woman's life—especially as African American women. We also want to acknowledge the importance of menopause awareness, recognizing that this natural stage of life can bring physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that deserve attention, understanding, and care. Breast cancer can affect women of all ages,

You are not alone. You deserve to be safe. You deserve to be heard. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence affect people in every community, including our churches. Yet these experiences are often difficult to talk about, and survivors may feel isolated, ashamed, or afraid to ask for help. As a church, we believe we have a responsibility to listen, learn, support survivors, and speak about this issue with compassion and courage. Silence can leave people feeling even

Live Well: A Weekend of Health, Hope and Healing From Friday night, September 11, through Saturday afternoon, September 12, Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church and Smyrna Seventh-day Adventist Church came together for a powerful and inspiring Health Evangelism Weekend entitled “Live Well: A Weekend of Health, Hope and Healing.” This health evangelistic meeting was more than a series of health lectures. It was an experience that brought together faith, practical health educati

Men’s health matters, and taking care of our health is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves and the people who count on us. This month, we want to take a moment to highlight the importance of prostate cancer awareness and encourage men to be proactive about their health. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men, and early detection can make a meaningful difference. Knowing the risk factors, recognizing potential warning signs, and ta

This month, we want to shine a light on a serious and deeply personal issue that has touched many of our lives—whether directly or through someone we know and care about. Suicide can be a difficult and painful topic to talk about, but having honest conversations can help break the silence and remind those who are struggling that they are not alone. The articles and videos below will explore the warning signs that someone may be considering suicide, help us understand why suic

As we wrap up our evangelistic series, we wrapped up our final week with dynamic, Spirit-filled preaching from our Evangelist, Jorge, along with authentic, heartfelt worship led by Nicholas Miller. This week's messages included "Sounds Good to Me," "He's Got Her," "It's His Church," "There Will Be No More Questions," and "Who Has the Final Say?" We concluded our revival this morning on a high note, reflecting on the importance of fearing and worshiping God for who He is. We w

Our evangelistic services have been truly inspiring, featuring authentic, uplifting worship and powerful, Spirit-filled preaching that has touched hearts and challenged lives. So far, we've explored these life-changing topics: What Kind of God Is He? How Jesus Reveals What God Is Like God Desires a Personal Relationship with You What Do We Need to Be Saved From? Who Can Save Us? The Secret of Happiness: God's Grace and Obedience to His Law The Secret of Heavenly Rest: A Weekl

Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church proudly celebrated the academic achievements of members of all ages during our 2026 Academic Recognition Day. This special occasion provided an opportunity for our church family to recognize the dedication, perseverance, and hard work of those who have reached significant educational milestones. Members were honored for a variety of accomplishments, including earning high GPAs, completing certification programs in the medical field, and exc

On June 20, 2026, the Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church family gathered for a memorable day of worship, fellowship, and celebration as we honored fathers and witnessed lives being transformed through baptism. As part of our Father's Day celebration, the church paid special tribute to all fathers and father figures for their love, leadership, sacrifice, and dedication to their families. A touching segment of the service featured several young people sharing heartfelt remarks

On June 13, 2026, Berean SDA Church was blessed to celebrate Women's Ministries Day with a special Sabbath program hosted by the Women's Ministries Department. The day was dedicated to honoring the women whose faithful service and commitment continue to strengthen the church and its ministries. The celebration began with a joint Sabbath School class, where members gathered for Bible study and spiritual growth. The Divine Worship Service followed including a special recognitio

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, God’s Closet-LA was blessed with another impactful day of ministry and service to the community. Through the faithful support and teamwork of our church family and volunteers, we were able to serve 16 families, along with one expecting couple, by providing clothing and essential support during their time of need. In addition to assisting families, clothing was also made available to individual adults, extending the reach of this ministry and remin

R.E.A.C.H. training is preparing our church members for the harvest of souls this summer. We are focusing on the phases and steps of discipleship so that every person we encounter is warmly welcomed and guided into a relationship with Christ. Please pray that God prepares our church to receive His harvest.

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We have had Cooking Classes in 2018 and 2022 in the Multi-Purpose Room and those who came had a great time eating great-tasting food, gaining further insight into Plant Based Healthy Eating! Chef Garry masterfully prepared several delicious dishes. His expertise and dedication to being a blessing to others make even the angels in heaven smile with approval.

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