We extend a general invitation to pastors in the Lake Union, religion and theology professors at Adventist colleges, scholars of Adventist studies, Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary students, and other interested persons to attend our fourth annual “Ellen G. White and Current Issues” Symposium. It will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., in the chapel of the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary on the campus of Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan.

The purpose of this symposium is to break new ground in understanding Ellen White and issues relating to her life, ministry, and prophetic gift that have current importance. The structure of the symposium will have some elements of academic formality. Papers will be presented with a prepared response followed by a brief opportunity for questions from the floor. The presentations will later be published in a booklet that will be available at a reasonable cost. At the symposium we will also make available the published presentations from the 2005, 2006 and 2007 symposium. At the meeting there will be an opportunity to submit questions relating to Ellen White and current issues. We will attempt to discuss as many of these question as time will allow in the afternoon.

Our speakers this year are Don McMahon, William Johnsson, and Angel Rodriguez. The devotional will be provided by Andrews University President, Niels-Erik Andreasen. There is no charge for attending the symposium. Some copies of this invitation are being sent directly to area pastors, teachers, administrators, and students.

We look forward to seeing you on April 7. Though this will be an academic symposium it is our intention that it also provide spiritual encouragement and inspiration for those who attend. Be sure to download a PDF of the program for the day.

Donation of E. E. Cleveland Papers

The Center for Adventist Research is pleased to announce that beloved and esteemed evangelist, Elder E. E. Cleveland, has donated an invaluable collection from his sermon manuscripts, papers, library, and memorabilia to the Center. Elder Cleveland will be on campus this week to officially present the collection. The public is invited to attend a time of evening worship with Elder Cleveland, where he will speak on “Blessings in My Life," Thursday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 pm in the Seminary Chapel.

Considered one of the great Seventh-day Adventist evangelists of the 20th century, Elder Cleveland has combined soul-winning with concern for social justice. He pioneered the concept of national evangelistic campaigns before satellite technology influenced gospel work globally. The first Adventist to baptize more than 1,000 people in a single campaign, Elder Cleveland still takes every opportunity to enter the pulpit and inspire new generations. In his 64 years of ministry, Elder Cleveland has been used by God to baptize more than 11,000 people.

First Issue of Center for Adventist Research News

This newsletter will inform patrons and friends about activities and developments at the Center. You may download a PDF copy of the newsletter here. Download

 

First Publication in the Heritage Treasures Series is now available!

Our first publication in the Heritage Treasures series is now available. The Center has an original copy of the 24 page tract by William Foy titled, The Christian Experience of William E. Foy Together with the Two Visions He Received in the Months of Jan. and Feb. 1842. This tract was published in Portland, Maine in January 1845. The beautifully published reprint will be treasured by those interested in Adventist history. The next tract in the series will publish a significant manuscript by Hiram Edson recollecting his experiences during 1844.




"Ellen White and Current Issues" Symposium Booklets Available

The 2005 and 2006 symposium booklets are now available. The papers presented at these symposiums were collected and published in two volumes. These volumes will also be made available at the the third annual symposium on April 2, 2007. The symposium will be held in the chapel of the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary on the campus of Andrews University.








You can help build the collection!

We are always looking for materials relating the history of the Seventh-day Adventist church. These include, among other things, books and pamphlets, periodicals, correspondence by prominent workers, memorabilia, and photographs of workers and institutions.