Seventh-day Adventists are a vibrant, global Christian denomination of over 23.5 million members who share a passion for Jesus Christ, a commitment to serving others, and a hope in Christ’s promised return.
From small villages to major metro areas, Adventists worship in nearly every country in the world. Our diverse membership reflects a beautiful tapestry of cultures, languages, and backgrounds, united by a shared faith and purpose.
IT’S IN OUR NAME
Seventh-day: The seventh day is God’s sabbath, a day of rest from sunset Friday to Sunset Saturday.
Adventist: We look forward to the second coming (advent) of Jesus Christ.
WHERE DID WE COME FROM?
The Seventh-day Adventist Church emerged from the Millerite movement of the 1840s, when thousands of Christians across the United States sought a deeper understanding of biblical prophecy. A small group of believers in New England rediscovered the biblical seventh-day Sabbath teaching. In 1863, the Sabbath keepers formally organized as a denomination. Their mission quickly expanded beyond North America, reaching Switzerland in 1874, then spreading around the word.
A JOURNEY OF FAITH, HOPE, AND WHOLENESS
Adventists are people who believe we are saved by faith in Jesus, look forward to Him returning soon, and strive to live as closely as possible to the biblical model.
OUR CORE BELIEFS
Bible-Centered Faith: We believe the Bible is God’s inspired Word, revealing His plan for humanity and providing guidance for daily living. Jesus is the heart of our faith. In everything we do, we strive to be like Christ and follow His commandments because of His love for us and our love for Him.
The Gift of Sabbath: We observe the seventh-day Sabbath (Saturday) as established at Creation and affirmed by Jesus. This weekly day of rest offers a pause from life’s demands-a time for worship, fellowship, and renewal.
Wholistic Living: We understand humans as whole beings where physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health are interconnected. This shapes how we approach life, health, and ministry.
Hope for the Future: We joyfully anticipate Christ’s return, when He will restore this world to its original perfection and bring an end to suffering and death.
OUR FAITH INSPIRES ACTION
Worldwide, Adventists demonstrate God’s love through:
Healthcare Ministry: Adventists operate the second largest private healthcare system in the world. Our network of more than 2,000 hospitals and clinics worldwide provides compassionate, quality care while treating the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.
Wellness: We believe in building healthful habits for whole-person wellness, and encourage a primarily plant-based diet, regular physical activity, plenty of rest and water, avoiding harmful substances, building social connections, and trusting God to guide our lives.
Humanitarian Work: The Adventist Church provides emergency response and sustainable development projects in more than 120 countries through organizations such as the Adventist Community Services (ACS) and Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA).
Education: With more than 2 million students enrolled worldwide, our network of more than 10,000 schools is one of the largest educational systems in the world. From early childhood programs through globally recognized universities, we provide Christ-centered education that encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to others.
Community Service: Adventist churches serve their communities through food pantries, community centers, elder care programs and wellness initiatives. Many also engage in disaster response, community development, and urban ministry—addressing both immediate needs and long-term challenges.
COME GET TO KNOW US!
We would love to have you join us for Sabbath worship and experience our community firsthand. Whether you are exploring the Christian faith for the first time or seeking a new church home, we warmly welcome you to fellowship with a local congregation. CLICK HERE to find a church near you.
