Southern Asia-Pacific Division
The official website of the Southern Asia-Pacific Division of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
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The Latest News & Happenings at Southern Asia-Pacific Division
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Bangladesh Adventists offer health education for Muslim caregivers
More than 250 attend specialized health seminar
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Adventists in the Philippines assist volcanoe evacuees
Adventist Development and Relief Agency Philippines offers needed supplies to Mayon-affected families
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ADRA Philippines and Adventist volunteers respond to those impacted by devastating floods in the Philippines
Tropical storms Kai-Tak and Tembin have affected more than 1.7 million people and left more than 250 dead.
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Adventist church headquarters in Bangladesh builds community connections through employee impact
In 2018, leaders will encourage continued and new community involvement among employees and members
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Philippine Judiciary favors decision to Adventist student standing for religious right
A July 17, 2017 judicial ruling by the Philippine Supreme Court marked a significant victory for religious rights in the Philippines.
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Adventist lawmaker receives ‘Blessed Hope’ from Ted Wilson
Congressman Neil Abayon, Aangat Tayo Partylist Representative, receives recognition for his outstanding dedication in upholding religious freedom in the Philippine legislature.
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Division President Baptizes Own Father
But first Samuel Saw, president of the Southern Asia-Pacific Division, prayed to God for strength to overcome childhood pain.
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Miracle school dedicated to God in Myanmar
Local church leaders unsuccessfully tried to use their connections to build the school for three years. Then they prayed.
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Large-scale Adventist meetings draw over 2,000 in Pakistan
Organizers cite prayer and long-term local efforts for the large turn-out
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Philippines prays for record 120,000 baptisms or more
“The Philippines has tasted Total Member Involvement,” says Samuel Saw, president of the Southern Asia-Pacific Division.
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