BUC News
BUC News / 19 November 2013
C S Lewis - 50th anniverary of his death
Dr Debbie Higgens is not just a fan of CS Lewis, she is the on-site director of 'The Kilns', Lewis' former home. Fifty years on from his death on 22 November 1963, Debbie will be among the guests at a special Westminster Abbey service where his name will be added to those celebrated in the poet's corner. Debbie is both the first Adventist and the first academic to be on site warden at the Kilns. In this interview she shares how Lewis had a profound influence on her life… and the life of thousands of others.
BUC News / 14 November 2013
ADRA UK - Typhoon Haiyan Response
Prayer, faith and action - they are all important parts of our reaction to the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan. In this moving video report, Pastor Ian Sweeney, President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the UK and Ireland expresses both emotion and practical help, while Zeny Cooper and Bert Smit demonstrate how ADRA-UK is already involved in the relief effort.
BUC News / 31 October 2013
'The Rock' exhibition
Taking traditional evangelism and showcasing it in a new environment led artist Laurent Grisel on a two year quest to mount an exhibition at Wimbledon Public library. For a full week, Monday, 21 – Sunday 27 October, library visitors could stroll around the gallery and discover how the 2,500 year old prophecy of 'The Rock' in Daniel chapter 2 is still relevant in their lives today.
BUC News / 4 September 2013
Syria - a Christian response.
Pastor Ian Sweeney, President of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the United Kingdom and Ireland, discusses the complex issues surrounding the Syrian crisis. How should a Christian respond?
BUC News / 27 June 2013
British Sign Language health outreach at Hounslow Cornerstone Seventh-day Adventist church
Conducted in British Sign Language(BSL) a health outreach at Hounslow Cornerstone Seventh-day Adventist church was specifically for those with hearing difficulties. Many deaf people struggle when they interact with the health services. This day made a special difference for them.
BUC News / 28 May 2013
President's Response to Woolwich Tragedy
British Union Conference President, Ian Sweeney, gives his very personal response to the shocking death of Drummer Lee Rigby, who was murdered in Woolwich last week.
BUC News / 23 May 2013
Adventist Church 150 Years
Tuesday, 21 May saw the 150th birthday of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, officially organised by twenty delegates on 21 May 1863. The 17 million member church that now encompasses the globe in its mission and outreach started from very small beginnings ... but where does the future now lie? We asked Pastor Ian Sweeney, President of the Adventist Church in the UK and Ireland.
BUC News / 22 May 2013
ADRA-UK Justine Greening Visit
Interview with Bert Smit, CEO of ADRA-UK, reflecting on the visit of International Development Secretary, Justine Greening and local MP Richard Harrington on Monday the 20th of May.
BUC News / 9 May 2013
Chapel Porth - May 2013
Chapel Porth is a place where young people make life changing decisions, like Michael Hanna one of our newest brothers in Christ.