The Seventh‑day Adventist Church in Ragiampun, Markham District, has successfully hosted a week‑long reconciliation program aimed at restoring peace, healing, and unity after more than a decade of conflict within the community.

The program brought together families, clans, churches, schools, and community leaders to address long‑standing disputes that had previously resulted in violence, fighting, and loss of life. Community leaders described the initiative as a critical step toward rebuilding trust and securing a better future for the next generation.

Prior to the start of the official program, reconciliation first took place at the family and clan level. This groundwork allowed the wider community to collectively agree on hosting a week‑long fellowship focused on forgiveness, restoration, and spiritual renewal.

The reconciliation program featured nightly worship services and fellowship sessions led by Pastor Enoch Kitum, Stewardship Director of the Morobe Mission, alongside Minister Nelson Yanding, Inter‑Country Liaison Field Coordinator. The President of the Morobe Mission was also present, attending the meetings each night through to Sabbath.

A major milestone of the program occurred on Thursday, 26 March, when formal reconciliation ceremonies were held. During this event, community members reconciled with God, the Church, fellow community members, clan to clan, and schools within the community, marking a significant turning point in the reconciliation process.

Ragiampun holds historical significance for the Seventh‑day Adventist Church in the Markham District, as it is one of the first locations where early Adventist pioneers settled and spread the gospel throughout Markham and other parts of Morobe Province.

The Sabbath program was further honoured by the visit of the Union Mission President, who offered special prayers for the community, reinforcing messages of unity, forgiveness, and restoration. As part of the reconciliation journey, a communion service was held, symbolizing spiritual renewal and commitment to peace. The Sabbath service also marked the close of the church’s 13th Sabbath quarter.

In addition to spiritual restoration, the program also emphasized sustainable development. Through an initiative led by the Stewardship Department, land was set aside for the establishment of a cocoa farm. The project will begin with a nursery phase, with seedlings supplied by the Madang Cocoa Board. Eighteen cocoa varieties will be tested, and once successful, the seedlings will be distributed to support other local churches and communities.

Community leaders say the reconciliation program represents a new chapter for Ragiampun—one grounded in peace, healing, restoration, and sustainable livelihoods. The community now looks forward with renewed hope to a more united and prosperous future.

In the midst of a tense and painful situation that arose from a violent dispute between residents of Luis Block and Kaspar Block in Kamkumung area during the early Christmas period—resulting in the tragic loss of two lives and the destruction and looting of homes—God’s hand was clearly seen at work through His church, bringing restoration, peace, and unity.

Moved by compassion and faith, the Seventh-day Adventist Churches within the APPOTA Zone (Apotiko, Poasum, and Talair) took the lead in initiating a peace and reconciliation ceremony in the 15 Block area, stretching from Speedway to Backroad in Lae. This church-led initiative was spearheaded by volunteer missionary Minister Charles Tuoreke, alongside Senior Elder Jerry Beglana and Minister Cruze Wone, and was witnessed by representatives from the Morobe SDA Mission, district leadership, the Ward Councillor, peace mediators, and law-and-order authorities.

The church extended practical support to affected families by providing household items, clothing, bedding, and financial assistance to those whose homes were burned or looted, as well as to the families who lost loved ones. This outreach reflects the Total Member Involvement (TMI) program of demonstrating God’s love through action.

A formal peace agreement was prayerfully signed by youth representatives from both communities in the presence of witnesses. As a powerful symbol of reconciliation and new beginnings, the youths planted a coconut tree, signifying peace taking root and a shared commitment to nurture unity for generations to come.

The Ward Councillor encouraged the youths to channel their energy into positive pathways such as church programs and sports, rather than activities that lead to conflict. He also acknowledged the church’s intervention as timely and divinely inspired, recognizing it as a call from God to restore peace within the community.

This event stands as a testimony of how God works through His church to transform conflict into reconciliation. Through prayer, service, and obedience to Christ’s mission, peace was restored, and hope was renewed in a once-tense community.

The Morobe Adventist Students Association (MOASA) is gearing up for its 5th Biennial Convention with a week-long, community-focused pre-convention outreach across the Markham 1 and Markham 2 districts.

In an inspiring show of unity and service, five District Adventist Students Associations (DASA) — representing secondary schools across Morobe Province and tertiary institutions nationwide — mobilized to support five villages as part of a Total Member Involvement (TMI) campaign.

Students engaged in building and maintenance work, distributed essential goods, and connected with residents of Intuap, Marawasa, Ramu, Ragiampun, and Zumangurum villages. The outreach also featured nightly evangelistic meetings, which brought spiritual encouragement to the communities throughout the week.

This coordinated mission serves as the official pre-convention program ahead of MOASA’s 5th Biennial Convention, scheduled to take place at Mampin Village in Markham 1 District from December 19 to 24.

𝘠𝘰𝘯𝘬𝘪, 𝘈𝘶𝘨𝘶𝘴𝘵 10, 2025– The serene shores of Yonki Lake provided a picturesque backdrop for the joyous wedding ceremony of Tala Gul and Wendy Enghy, held at the Akai Seventh-day Adventist Church on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The Morobe Mission Communication and Media Department is delighted to share the highlights of this sacred union, which celebrated love, faith, and commitment in accordance with Seventh-day Adventist beliefs.

January 23^rd, 2025 – Morobe Mission, Papua New Guinea

On January 20th, 2025, Adventist educators from across the Morobe Province gathered at the Two-Mile Mission Conference Room for the annual Morobe Mission Teachers Orientation Program. The event, which began at 11:30 AM, aimed to equip teachers in Adventist mission schools with the spiritual and practical tools needed to enhance their service in both the classroom and the community.

The orientation was opened with a devotion by Morobe Mission President, Pastor Kua Nugai, who emphasized the divine calling of educators, inspiring them to view their roles as missionaries sent from God. This set a spiritual tone for the sessions that followed.

August 14, 2024

On August 10, 2024, Morobe Mission of the Seventh Day Adventist Church held a momentous ordination service at the Bulolo Town Adventist Church. This significant event marked the official recognition and commissioning of three dedicated gospel workers, who have answered the call to serve in their respective districts.

The individuals ordained were:

Pr. Henry Yawising from Bulolo District

Pr. Kevin Pais from Menyamya District

Pr. Steven Mark from Huon Gulf District

The ordination service was presided over by the Morobe Mission Administrative Team, led by:

Pr. Kua Nugai, President

Pr. Enosh Enopa, Secretary

Lae, Morobe Province – The Morobe Mission Communication and Media Department is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the recent Children’s Sabbath School New Curriculum Training held at the 2mile Church in Lae. This significant event marked the transition from the Grace Link curriculum to the innovative Alive in Jesus Curriculum.

The Morobe Mission of the SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH under the department of Women's /Children Ministry and Personal Ministry is excited to announce the Training of a revolutionary curriculum designed to uplift and empower the next generation of Children Ministries teacher, Pastors and lay workers. The "Alive In Jesus" is a new Curriculum is set to transform the old Grace Link approach to Children's Sabbath School, incorporating essential pillars to foster grace, character development, and a strong sense of mission.

Date: 17th of June 2024

Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province – The serene town of Goroka became a hub of theological discourse as the Lae District Adventist team of pastors and elders attended the highly anticipated Adventist Theological Society Conference. The event was held at the Kama Seventh-day Adventist Church, drawing a diverse array of participants from various corners of the globe.

The conference, themed "Adventist Identity," focused on the core aspects of Adventist Biblical Identity, aiming to strengthen the foundational beliefs and principles that define the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Esteemed facilitators from the United States, Brazil, and the South Pacific Division led the sessions, bringing a wealth of knowledge and diverse perspectives to the discussions.