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Felicia Tonga January 4, 2024

Lake Union Herald's Top Ten Web Stories of 2023

As we look back at 2023, we witnessed triumph in every trial as we shared God's stories in the lives of our members. So, get ready for a roller coaster of inspiration as we count down the top ten web stories from Lake Union Herald.

As we look back at 2023, we witnessed triumph in every trial as we shared God's stories in the lives of our members. So, get ready for a roller coaster of inspiration as we count down the top ten web stories from Lake Union Herald.

#10: Myanmar Youth Hold First Division-wide Convention

Hundreds of Myanmar Adventist youth group gathered at Andrews University for their first annual convention themed, "Bent But Not Broken." 

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The convention attracted 300 youth and young adults from Myanmar's diverse ethnic groups who listened to presentation highlighting challenges such as cultural shock, generational conflict, political issues, financial hardship, and spiritual malnourishment, in the aim to provide hope and freedom in Christ.
The convention attracted 300 youth and young adults from Myanmar's diverse ethnic groups who listened to presentation highlighting challenges such as cultural shock, generational conflict, political issues, financial hardship, and spiritual malnourishment, in the aim to provide hope and freedom in Christ.

 

 

#9: Michigan Member Celebrates 109th Birthday 

Anne Bauer, a deeply spiritual, lifelong learner, celebrated her 109th birthday in Sept. 2023.

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At Ann Bauer's recent birthday party, her daughter brought her a cake with the numbers 1-0-9 and jokingly told her there weren’t enough candles to put on the cake. Ann laughed hysterically and said, “Oh, I guess you’re right. And that’s too many to blow out!”
At Ann Bauer's recent birthday party, her daughter brought her a cake with the numbers 1-0-9 and jokingly told her there weren’t enough candles to put on the cake. Ann laughed hysterically and said, “Oh, I guess you’re right. And that’s too many to blow out!”

 

 

#8: Why I Preach 

In October we explored the unique journeys of congregants who traded pews for pulpits.

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Five Parishioners Trade Pews for Pulpits. From Lto R: Jeff Veldman, Thorly James, Jenifer Daley, Ovi Radulescu, and Lamont Taylor.
Five Parishioners Trade Pews for Pulpits. From Lto R: Jeff Veldman, Thorly James, Jenifer Daley, Ovi Radulescu, and Lamont Taylor.

 

 

#7: Roger Dudley, Research Pioneer, Passes to His Rest

We reflected on the legacy of Roger L. Dudley, a pioneer in human subject research for the Seventh-day Adventist Church, who peacefully passed away at the age of 92. 

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For 43 years, Roger Dudley, photographed here in 2011, was director of the Institute of Church History at the Seventh-day Theological Seminary at Andrews University. [Photo credit: Austin Ho]
For 43 years, Roger Dudley, photographed here in 2011, was director of the Institute of Church History at the Seventh-day Theological Seminary at Andrews University. [Photo credit: Austin Ho]

 

 

#6: Hope After Darkness 

In the August issue, we shed light on the sensitive topic of the sexual abuse, uncovering stories of hope emerging from darkness.

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Lynn and Troy Stone are pictured with their daughter. "We can educate and equip people to protect children and provide them with a safe place to come to," says Lynn. "There is hope of a world where sexual abuse is abolished." [photos by Elennie Ramirez]
Lynn and Troy Stone are pictured with their daughter. "We can educate and equip people to protect children and provide them with a safe place to come to," says Lynn. "There is hope of a world where sexual abuse is abolished." [photos by Elennie Ramirez]

 

 

#5: Camp Meeting 2023

We gave a sneak peek of what our members could look forward to during camp meeting season.

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#4: In Chicago, Ukrainian Refugees Find Hope and Plant New Church

Thousands of Ukrainian refugees have found refuge in Chicago. Among them, Adventists have found hope and planted a new church. 

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The Ukrainian Seventh-day Adventist Church of Chicago meets for their first formal worship service.
The Ukrainian Seventh-day Adventist Church of Chicago meets for their first formal worship service.

 

 

#3: An Automobile Crash Leads to Outpouring of Prayers and Miraculous Healing

The DeWind family was in a serious automobile accident. Prayers went out around the world.

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How one family's faith remains in tact after a horrific accident
How one family's faith remains in tact after a horrific accident

 

 

#2: Celebrating 50 Years of Pastoral Ministry, a Tribute to Dwight Nelson

In February, Lake Union Herald Editor Debbie Michel sat down with Pastor Dwight K. Nelson in the Pioneer Memorial Church sanctuary to reflect on God's call on his life. What God can do with a life devoted to serving Him is remarkable.

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In February, Lake Union Herald Editor Debbie Michel sat down with Pastor Dwight K. Nelson in the Pioneer Memorial Church sanctuary to reflect on God's call on his life. What God can do with a life devoted to serving Him is remarkable.
In February, Lake Union Herald Editor Debbie Michel sat down with Pastor Dwight K. Nelson in the Pioneer Memorial Church sanctuary to reflect on God's call on his life. What God can do with a life devoted to serving Him is remarkable.

 

 

#1: Indiana Youth Escape Maui Fire Now Assisting Relief Efforts

Our top story unfolds in the early hours of August 8th when two Indiana youth escaped the devastating Maui fire. The literature ministers channeled their efforts into a mission of relief.

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Left, Kamil Metz during his stay in Maui a week before the fire, with his Evansville members Jaxson Maun, center, and Dallas Matthew, right.
Left, Kamil Metz during his stay in Maui a week before the fire, with his Evansville members Jaxson Maun, center, and Dallas Matthew, right.

 

There you have it. . . the top 10 most-read online stories on the Lake Union Herald website. If these stories touch your heart, don't forget to share and subscribe for more uplifting content. Thanks for being part of the Lake Union Herald family.