NEW WASHINGTON, PHILIPPINES—From April 26 to May 7, 2017, a National Youth Convention was held in New Washington, Aklan, Philippines. The theme of the event was "Making God Known". The guest speakers for the event were Brother Rolly Dumaguit (GC 2nd Vice President and Regional Secretary for the Pacific Region) and Brother Radu Ionita (GC Youth Department Director).
Alcohol comes in four different forms: methyl, propyl, butyl, and ethyl. The first three forms can cause death even in small doses. The latter, ethyl or ethanol, is found in alcoholic beverages and is distilled from fermenting grain and fruits. Whether it’s wine, beer, or spirits, alcohol is the most accepted and abused drug in the world. It affects millions of people, young and old alike. Eight teens die daily in DUI crashes and more people were killed by alcohol consumption last year than from overdoses of heroin and prescription painkillers combined.
LINARES, CHILE—On April 28-May 1, 2017 a conference was held in Linares, Maule, Chile. The theme of the conference was "My Family in Your Hands". The guest speakers for the event were Brother Eli Tenorio and Sister Leoni Braga, with the participation of the local brethren. On Sabbath, there were approximately 140 individuals present.
Self-indulgence isn't new, but in today's world, self-denial and self-control seem to have lost their meaning and purpose. Our society’s addiction to food is evident everywhere, from the endless hours of cooking shows available and the various “all you can eat competitions,” to the endless demand for restaurants. Nature has been twisted, and we don’t eat to live, rather live to eat.
HIDALGO, MEXICO—Mexico's 46th National Conference was held on April 12-16,2017 in the city of Hidalgo in Michoacan, Mexico. The theme of the conference was "End of the Great Conflict". Brother Oscar Rangel was the main speaker for the event.