For training ministers Hobert Berry and Kennedy Mark, their journey has been one of spreading the word of God and bringing hope to those in need within the Adventist community. Both ministers were attending Sonoma Adventist College, where they received their training and education.

Their journey began at the Markham two district ACS Federation in Sankiang, where they led out in the dawn prayer session during their first week. 

The following week, they joined the Wankun Pathfinders and attended the Morobe mission Pathfinder Fair at Klin Wara. There, they conducted morning devotions at the campsite, inspiring and uplifting our little pathfinders and their leaders.

In their third week, the church sent them to Nasrua to conduct visitations and Bible studies with the church members there. They also ran a one-week revival meeting, bringing renewed faith and energy to the church community.

During their final week, they conducted a one-week indoor evangelistic meeting at Wankun and Bumpuap Church. Throughout their journey, they were kind and friendly to all church families and the community as well, spreading love and compassion wherever they went.

A farewell gathering was organized by the church members and administration of Wankun on Sunday afternoon at the church ground. Elder Russel Sari and Max Numbi spoke on behalf of the church families and administration, expressing their appreciation and thanks for the training ministers’ service. Gifts were presented to Hobert Berry and Kennedy Mark by the church members, along with some money as a token of gratitude.

As they said their goodbyes, Elder Matthew James spoke on behalf of the congregation: “Training ministers Kennedy Mark and Hobert Berry, we were blessed with your wonderful messages this week, and we hope God will bless both of you in your ministry work. We are grateful to Sonoma Adventist College for providing us with this opportunity to have you serve at Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church.” With handshakes and warm wishes, the training ministers bade the church farewell as they prepared to depart the following day.

Preparations are in full swing for the dedication of a new company church of Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church at Division 3 near Gusap Downs. A group of leaders and members have already set up camp on site to assist with the preparations before the dedication service on June 10th, 2023.

A stage was erected and decorated just next to the church for the ceremony. Also, a revival meeting was also conducted by David M Adzab who is a trained missionary volunteering at Wankun Seventh-day Adventist Church.

A representative will be sent from Morobe Mission to officiate the event at the end of the week. This marks another milestone for Wankun as its company churches continue to grow and expand their territories.

The dedication service, scheduled for this coming Sabbath, promises to be a momentous occasion for all involved. It is a great blessing for all the church members of Division 3 to have a church of their own to worship in.

Yesterday, the Women’s Ministries department of Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church celebrated Women’s Ministries Emphasis Day. The day’s program was organized by the members of the ministry and featured a sermon by Christina Maran during the divine service.

Maran’s sermon, entitled “A Love That Precedes One’s Choices,” focused on the concept of prevenient grace. This idea, coined by John Wesley in the 18th century, suggests that divine grace precedes human decisions. Maran concluded her sermon by emphasizing that God’s grace and love guide our choices, decisions, and lifestyle.

The Women’s Ministries department and congregation of Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church were delighted to celebrate this special day and to hear Maran’s inspiring message. They were reminded of the importance of God’s love and grace in their lives.

Today, Wankun joins in the celebration of World Adventurer Day. This special event takes place every third Sabbath of May and is dedicated to allowing Adventurers to revel in their identity and showcase the positive impact they have on their church and community.

The program began with a parade as all the Adventurers gathered outside the church before marching in, led by their club flag. The highlight of the day’s program was the main service, presented by Dylan Dega, an active member of the Adventurer Club.

The event was a resounding success and served as a powerful reminder to the church community about the vital role it plays in nurturing the growth and development of its young members.

Wankun Church Embraces Practical Love during Youth Week of Prayer. "The program is a blessing to us to have all these new faces come join us and we look forward to continuing to embrace them in the faith as part of our church family here at Wankun," said Minister Benjamin Patana, the week's main speaker.

The Youth Week of Prayer program at Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church ended today with many positive outcomes. On Sabbath morning, the church was filled with new faces, including many small children who came to fellowship with us.

The highlight of the day was the welcome parade put up by our youth and children for our guests as they entered the church for the Sabbath service.

Yesterday was an incredible day for the Wankun community as they embarked on a new Sabbath school journey that is focused on reaching out to those in the community through branch sabbath school. This innovative approach, introduced by the Morobe Mission and the PNGUM, has been encouraging churches and members to get involved in Total Member Involvement (TMI).

The church demonstrated their commitment to this new approach by reaching out to the Kennedy household and the esteemed teachers at Wankun Primary School, extending an invitation to fellowship with them.

The leaders expressed their utmost joy and gratitude in seeing their members embrace this revolutionary approach to winning souls for the kingdom. This new Sabbath school journey has filled the community with renewed enthusiasm and inspiration, and they are thrilled to continue to take on this new approach and positively impact those around them.

Today, the Adventist Community Services and Women's Ministry of the Wankun and Bumpuap Seventh-day Adventist church came together for a visitation program to support Deacon Erisha Rigi, who has been ill for some time. The program was a beautiful display of love and care for our brother in need.

The Bible teaches us to care for the sick and show compassion towards others. In the book of Matthew, Jesus says, "I was sick and you looked after me... whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me" (Matthew 25:36, 40). Through this program, the Adventist Community Services and Women's Ministry embodied this teaching, providing practical assistance and emotional support to Deacon Erisha Rigi and his family.

In addition to providing spiritual and emotional support, the Adventist Community Services and Women's Ministry also recognized the practical needs of Deacon Erisha Rigi and his family. By providing food supplies and firewood, they showed their willingness to meet the physical needs of their brother in need.

As Christians, we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus, showing love and care to those around us. Today's visitation program is an excellent example of how we can fulfill this calling. Let us continue to care for and support one another in times of need, following the example of Christ and embodying his teachings in our actions.

The Adventist Community Services of Wankun expressed their gratitude to two of its outgoing members, Mrs. Winjan and Mrs. Duen, during a special ceremony held yesterday evening. The event was organized to show appreciation for the contributions that the two women have made to the church throughout its programs.

Mrs. Winjan and Mrs. Duen have been active members of the Adventist Community Services of Wankun for some years now. They have dedicated their time and energy to helping the church in various ways, such as volunteering at events and participating in community outreach programs.

The ceremony was witnessed by members of the church, including the leaders. During the event, a word of appreciation was given by the leader of the department, highlighting the impact that Mrs. Winjan and Mrs. Duen have had on the department. They were also presented with bilums as a token of appreciation for their service.

In a statement, the leader of the Adventist Community Services of Wankun said, "We are deeply grateful for all that Mrs. Winjan and Mrs. Duen have done for our church. They have been an inspiration to us all, and their contributions will be greatly missed. We wish them all the best in their future endeavors."

Mrs. Winjan and Mrs. Duen both expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to serve the church and the community. They said they will miss the church and its members but they look forward to continuing to serve God and the community wherever their paths may lead.

The Adventist Community Services of Wankun will continue to be a vital part of the community and will continue to serve the community with the help of its active members.

Today, the End Time Voice singers of the Wankun Seventh-Day Adventist Church reached out to the Potsie Seventh-Day Adventist Church to support their fellowship meeting in the lead-up to their church dedication service. The program was led by the district director of Huon Gulf, Pastor Joel Philip, and coordinated by Minister Kelyne John, the pastor of the Potsie church.

The week-long fellowship meeting was an opportunity for members of both churches to come together and strengthen their spiritual bonds. The End Time Voice singers, known for their powerful and moving performances, added an extra element of excitement and inspiration to the proceedings.

The dedication service of the Potsie Seventh-day Adventist Church was a momentous occasion, marking the completion of construction on the church building. Members of the community gathered to celebrate the event and give thanks for the new space in which they can worship.

Pastor Philip and Minister John both spoke at the dedication service, sharing words of wisdom and encouragement with the gathered congregation. The service was also attended by representatives of the wider Seventh-day Adventist community, who came to show their support and solidarity.

The Potsie Seventh-day Adventist Church is now open for regular services and activities, providing a much-needed spiritual home for members of the community. The support of the Wankun Seventh-day Adventist Church and the End Time Voice singers will be remembered for years to come.

Wankun Seventh-day Adventist Church inducts today to start the work of it's Pathfinder and Adventurer clubs.

The church was recognized by the local mission last year over its work in the lives of young people, especially the children. The church has focussed on grooming their children to become vibrant disciple makers in the church. 

This year more young people are eager to join the church to be part of this great advent movement.