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When church plans shift or disappointments arise, this lesson from 2 Corinthians reminds us to discern between principle and preference, and to accept change when it's motivated by love.

In this Sabbath School lesson on the road in Claremore, we explore how maintaining simplicity and sincerity in our faith is essential for protection from deception and discouragement.

Please welcome Heather Severance, who joins the Treasury Department of the Oklahoma Conference of Seventh-day Adventists today, August 24, 2026. Heather Severance is also a gifted music leader whose ministry has enriched Adventist schools and churches across Oklahoma. She recently directed a featured musical selection at Parkview Adventist Academy’s Spring Concert Vespers, helping unite students from Parkview Adventist Academy and Ardmore Adventist Academy in a collaborative

The Oklahoma Conference is pleased to announce that Jessica Ann Burns, CPA, has accepted the call to serve as Conference Treasurer, beginning her duties in early October 2026. Jessica joins us from the Chesapeake Conference of Seventh‑day Adventists, where she has served as Associate Treasurer since 2023. In this role, she has overseen hourly payroll, accounts payable, and plant asset inventory, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail, strong financial leadership, and a

A planned Sabbath baptism for four candidates from the Sallisaw Seventh‑day Adventist Church took an unexpected turn Saturday after a burst pipe flooded the sanctuary, forcing congregation to relocate the service to Brushy Lake in the Cookson Hills. Pastor Robert Quintana — affectionately known as Pastor Q — had just begun praying over the candidates when a nearby group of children swimming in the lake started singing “99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall.” Their playful chorus bec

By contrasting our current "earthy" body with the promised "heavenly" body, this lesson from 1 Corinthians 15 offers hope that all pain and sickness are temporary, making way for a perfect, tangible form of life with God.

From August 3–6, teachers and principals from across the Southwestern Union gathered for the 2026 Southwestern Union Educators Convention—a time of learning, collaboration, encouragement, and professional growth. With the theme “School Culture by Design,” the convention challenged educators to be intentional about creating school environments where students and teachers can thrive. Attendees participated in rich breakout sessions led by respected educational voices, including

In this second part of the series, we learn that because Christ rose from the dead, all who are in Him will be made alive at His return, clarifying that death is merely a sleep until the resurrection.

Stillwater Spanish Seventh‑day Adventist Church rejoiced this past Sabbath as three young adults publicly gave their lives to Jesus in baptism. The service, led by Pastor Daniel Ortega, featured heartfelt preaching and inspiring special music by Victor Zavala, creating an atmosphere of deep worship and celebration. More than 20 visitors from the community joined the congregation for the event, and two additional individuals expressed their desire to prepare for baptism in the

This study of 1 Corinthians 15 reveals the logical domino effect of denying the resurrection and why God's power to raise the dead is the foundation for our eternal hope and forgiveness.

The Oklahoma Conference invites members, families, and friends to a spiritually refreshing weekend at the 2026 Prayer Retreat, held November 6–8 at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center. This year’s theme, “Come to the Altar,” calls attendees to draw near to God, seek His presence, and experience renewal through prayer, worship, and fellowship. The retreat will feature inspiring messages, uplifting music, and dedicated times of prayer designed to help participants reconnect with God

Honoring a Century of Faith, Community, and Local Church History The Sand Springs Seventh‑day Adventist Church will mark a historic milestone on October 10, 2026, celebrating 100 years of proclaiming God’s love and serving the Sand Springs community. The centennial weekend will feature worship, music, fellowship, and storytelling—an opportunity for members, former members, and neighbors to reflect on a century of mission. A Weekend Designed to Remember and Rejoice The celebra

Reported by Edward Bryan The Midwest City Hispanic Seventh‑day Adventist Church welcomed neighbors and friends on August 8 for a community night filled with music, fellowship, and Italian cuisine. The featured guests, Los Tres del Rey, offered a lively mix of familiar songs, original pieces, and a moving testimony that resonated with attendees. Once known for performing in top venues across Cuba, the trio’s ministry began when its leader accepted Christ. Over the next 14 year

Discover why love is the greatest of all gifts as we learn that faith and hope will eventually be fulfilled and vanish in heaven, but God's everlasting love remains the eternal foundation of our existence.

This Bible study reveals that Jesus's love is a direct reflection of the Heavenly Father's love, making God the "frame" that gives the "portrait" of Christ's love its true meaning.

Eight individuals were baptized during the Norman Hispanic Mission Group’s first evangelistic reaping service this past Friday, marking a major milestone for one of Oklahoma’s newest and fastest‑growing church plants. All eight were first‑time baptisms, and seven are now first‑generation Adventists. Many came from unchurched backgrounds, with several receiving their first Bibles and initial introduction to the gospel through this ministry. The two‑hour Friday evening celebrat

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