Debbie Michel

The Lake Union Herald earned eight national awards in the annual journalism contest sponsored by the Associated Church Press.  In the ACP’s “Best of the Church Press” competition, the Herald claimed the Best in Class honor as one of the top three magazines in North America for the second time.  The prize was presented at the faith-based journalist group’s convention in Toronto on May 15.  “Spanish…

When Megan Woods stepped onto the stage in Houston, Texas, in February as Oakwood University’s representative for the United Negro College Fund pageant, she carried more than a title. She carried generations of family history, the prayers of her community and a conviction that God had opened a door.  In February, Megan was crowned Ms. UNCF, helping…

On Wednesday, May 6, the Lake Union executive committee convened in Berrien Springs, Michigan for the second of three meetings held annually.   The 37-member committee includes representatives from the five conferences who are tasked with helping to develop and direct the work of the church in the Great Lakes region. Members include local conference administrators, church employees, lay…

Debra Davis-Moody, Adventist Community Services director for the Lake Region Conference, was recognized for more than 50 years of service during the ACS Convention held April 15-17 in Greenville, South Carolina.  The convention, themed “Wellspring,” drew ACS leaders and volunteers who have a desire to make a meaningful difference in their communities. Based on John 4:14, the theme…

On a spring afternoon in Berrien Springs, Carmelo Mercado sits in his Lake Union office and reflects on a ministry that has spanned half a century.