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Ministerial Director Richard Pinéro introduces Pastor Carlos De La Cruz's family to the Shawnee Adventist congregation on August 8, 2026 Photos by Keith Dobbs

My name is June Hurst, I’m involved in one of the most exciting projects our conference has ever undertaken — and I’d love to share how it began. Some of you may have seen me, June Hurst. serving in the Church History Booth at camp meeting this year. During the pandemic, when our Bristow Seventh-day Adventist Church was closed, a few families continued meeting for worship and fellowship. One Sabbath afternoon, as we flipped through old scrapbooks, we discovered something rema

HASKELL, Okla. — Under the shade of the trees at Thunderbird Park, the All Nations Seventh‑day Adventist Church hosted a successful backpack giveaway on Aug. 2, serving more than 20 families and distributing over 50 backpacks filled with school supplies. Despite temperatures reaching 84 degrees, the event remained comfortable and welcoming for attendees. In addition to backpacks, volunteers provided hamburgers, hot dogs and picnic‑style foods, creating a relaxed atmosphere wh

The Norman Seventh‑day Adventist Church hosted its Community Fun Day on August 2, and the turnout was nothing short of extraordinary. What began as a simple outreach event quickly became a powerful reminder of how God moves when His people step forward in faith. Attendance was far beyond expectations, and the atmosphere was filled with joy, connection, and genuine community engagement. Families from across the neighborhood came to enjoy activities, fellowship, and the welcomi

Tulsa, Okla. — A steady stream of families flowed through the grounds of Grand Lake Christian School on Thursday evening as the church and school community hosted a back‑to‑school outreach event offering free backpacks, school supplies, and family activities. The gathering, designed to support local families and strengthen neighborhood relationships, drew children, parents, and community members from across the area. The outreach featured tables filled with notebooks, crayons

🌵✨ Photo provided by Pastor Leo Castillo. Meet the amazing Vacation Bible School (VBS) staff of the Tulsa Spanish Seventh‑day Adventist Church! Keep them in your prayers as they bring the “Cactusville” theme to life for their children and families this week. “Cactusville: Where Kids Are Called to Follow Jesus” is a western‑adventure VBS theme that helps children discover their God‑given purpose. Through desert‑town storytelling, cowboy‑style activities, and hands‑on Bible le

Choctaw Seventh‑day Adventist Church Hosts Successful Lifestyle‑Medicine Program Through Native Ministries Partnership The Diabetes Undone program—facilitated by A Table in the Wilderness, hosted by the Choctaw Seventh‑day Adventist Church, and sponsored by the Oklahoma Conference Native Ministries Department—has become a meaningful example of how faith‑based health education can change lives across our territory. Community members gather attentively around a speaker during a

Vacation Bible School began on Monday, July 20, and is now fully underway at Zomi SDA Tulsa Church. Over 70 children are registered, and we’re grateful for such a strong start. If you are in the area, feel free to bring your kids between 5:00 and 7:30 PM.

Groundbreaking for Cabin #5 at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center during Camp Meeting took place on Sunday, July 12th. Photos by Emily Watts.

Oklahoma Conference Camp Meeting is underway this week and ends Saturday night, July 18. Photographer Carlos De La Cruz was kind enough to share these snapshots of Junior 1 activities. See anyone you know? Why not come out for a day or the weekend?

Oklahoma Conference Camp Meeting is underway this week and ends Saturday night, July 18. Photographer Alonzo Kucinski was kind enought to share these snapshots of attendees and activities. See anyone you know? Why not come out for a day or the weekend?

Oklahoma Conference Camp Meeting is underway at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center and ends Saturday night, July 18. Come out for the day or weekend! Be inspired by engaging speakers, catch up with friends, and bring your kids, youth group, and neighbors! Groundbreaking for Cabin 5 took place. June Hurst is on site talking with attendees about the importance of preserving church history. The main meetings are being live streamed by Sealing Time Ministries. You can catch up on miss

The Garnett Seventh‑day Adventist Church lifted its praises high as children, families, and volunteers gathered for an unforgettable week of Vacation Bible School in Cactusville, a western‑themed adventure where Scripture came alive and young hearts were drawn closer to Jesus. With gratitude and joy, the church gives honor and glory to God for allowing this special week to unfold with such blessing. Throughout the program, children stepped into a vibrant “frontier town” fille

Here is the 2026 Camp Meeting meal schedule. Meal tickets can be purchased at the "treasury office" table in the main lodge upon arrival after you've checked in for camp meeting. Meal tickets are $10 for children under10 years of age and $12 for adults. Meals for children under 5 are free! Sabbath sack lunches are free and for Sabbath dinner we'll be accepting donations. No breakfasts are served, plan accordingly.

The Oklahoma Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is excited to announce the launch of Sabbath School Go!, a dynamic new online video channel designed to meet the modern believer where they are. In a world that moves fast, this initiative leverages technology, time, and teaching to bring the timeless truths of the Adult Sabbath School Lesson directly to viewers in a concise, powerful format. For generations, Sabbath School has been a hallmark of the faithful. However, one of

The Antlers Seventh‑day Adventist Church hosted its Mountain of Miracles Vacation Bible School June 21–26, led by Director Wendy De La Cruz. Nineteen children participated throughout the week, with an average of twelve attending nightly, as they explored the miracles of Jesus through Bible stories, music, crafts, and interactive activities. Volunteers transformed the church into an immersive environment, complete with mountain and cave décor that helped each lesson come alive

In Ketchum, Oklahoma, Gabe Harper, Curt Wigelsworth, and his fiancée Betty Wigelsworth decided to be baptized on Independence Day, marking a significant change in their lives. After being together for 15 years, Curt and his fiancée felt a deep spiritual awakening. Their baptism last Sabbath was an event filled with joy, tears, and the clear presence of the Holy Spirit. This past weekend, that journey continued as the couple stood together again — this time to be married. Thei

On Independence Day, Natanael chose the greatest freedom of all—surrendering his life to Jesus and entering the waters of baptism at Lakeside Spanish Seventh‑day Adventist Church in Oklahoma City. Surrounded by family, friends, and a joyful congregation, Natanael declared his desire to live a new life empowered by the Holy Spirit. Adding to the celebration, his wife Carolina—one of our music leaders—lifted her voice in song during the baptism service. Her excitement was unmis

June 28–July 1, 2026 • Wewoka Woods Adventist Center The Oklahoma Conference Hispanic Camp Meeting, held June 28–30, 2026, brought together more than 1,000 attendees for a weekend of worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal. The gathering was marked by a strong sense of unity and an unmistakable outpouring of the Holy Spirit. In addition to the baptisms that had already been scheduled, several individuals responded to Dr. Elizabeth Talbot’s heartfelt appeal, surrendering th

Click on the image above to go to the podcast Stewardship Director Gio Marin has launched a podcast called Kingdom Conversations in Espanol and English which connects faith, community, mission and offers hope to connect hearts and advance the kingdom of God. The weekly duel language series began July 1st, 2026 and a new podcast be added each Wednesday!