Adventist News Network

Medical Facility Completed in Rwanda

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency office in Rwanda completed construction of a new outpatient dispensary last month for the hospital that serves more than 91,000 people living in Mugonero.

Kigali, Rwanda

Jun 25, 2002

Ghanaian Pastor Ordained in Israel

"Wonderful" sign for Adventists, says region's church president.

Jerusalem, Israel

Jun 25, 2002

New Warning on Secondhand Cigarette Smoke

"Secondhand smokers" have up to 30 percent greater risk of cancer, says World Health Organization.

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

Jun 25, 2002

Adventists Launch Russian-Language Web site

Speakers of Russian now have introduction to Adventism on the Web

Moscow, Russia

Jun 25, 2002

Flood Relief Continues in Jamaica

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency with other agencies work to help affected areas.

Kingston, Jamaica

Jun 25, 2002

50 Adventists Die in Tanzanian Train Disaster

Adventists attending a women's ministries convention were among the 200 dead in the country's worst railway accident.

Arusha, Tanzania

Jun 25, 2002

Korea: Adventists Sponsor Anti-Tobacco Campaign During World Cup

Public rallies and street marches for no tobacco.

Seoul, Korea

Jun 25, 2002

Expert Warns Against Suspect Cancer Treatments

"Natural" remedies don't replace conventional cancer treatment, says church health leader.

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

Jun 25, 2002

World Congress Adopts Statement of Concern on Religious Freedom Violations

The World Congress on religious freedom concluded June 14 with delegates insisting that violations of religious rights are unacceptable, and naming 10 countries as among the worst offenders.

Manila, Philippines

Jun 18, 2002

Humanitarian Leader to be Honored in Canada

The Governor General of Canada has announced that John Howard, founder and retired director of the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) in Canada, is one of 24 individuals who will be presented the Meritorious Service Medal in the fall at a special ceremony in Ottawa.

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

Jun 18, 2002