Publishing Academy Summit and Literature Evangelists Congress Inspire Commitment to Mission

Cagayan De Oro City, PHILIPPINES – The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference hosted two major gatherings of publishing leaders and literature evangelists, affirming their role in advancing the mission of the church through literature ministry.

ASI Asia-Pacific 2025 Convention: Building Faith and Reaping the Harvest in the Marketplace

Phuket, Thailand – August 28-31, 2025 - The ASI Asia-Pacific 2025 Convention kicked off with excitement and enthusiasm at the Phuket City Hotel, drawing over 520 delegates representing a diverse range of professions—entrepreneurs, educators, healthcare professionals, legal experts, and many others—gathered in Phuket for the much-anticipated ASI Convention. This year's event brought together executive officers from various unions, missions, and conferences, alongside directors from across the Southern Asia-Pacific Division, marking the largest delegation in the history of the convention.

AMCC Congratulates Dr. Mirasol G. Laguerta for CHED Regional Quality Award Recognition

The Adventist Medical Center College community proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Mirasol G. Laguerta, PhD, President of the Council of Peace Educators of Region X, for being recognized as one of the distinguished awardees of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Quality Awards. The awarding ceremony was held on August 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Chali Resort and Conference Center in Cagayan de Oro City.

A Heart of Service: Celebrating Dr. Shirley M. Bacus' Journey of Dedication and Faith

On August 13, 2025, the Worship Hall at the Southwestern Philippine Union Conference Compound was filled with joy, laughter, and heartfelt tributes as friends, colleagues, and former coworkers gathered for a vibrant celebration to honor the retirement and birthday of Dr. Shirley M. Bacus. This surprise event, meticulously organized by the dedicated lady workers of the SwPUC, reflected the profound admiration and respect garnered by a woman whose remarkable 43-year journey in ministry has been characterized by unwavering commitment and a transformative impact on countless lives.

SwPUC and Manila Adventist College Champion Responsible Leadership at Legal Talk 2.0

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC), in partnership with Manila Adventist College, hosted Legal Talk 2.0 on May 4–5, 2026. The event brought together 150 leaders from various colleges, academies, and schools to tackle a vital goal: aligning church policies with national laws. Under the theme "Harmonizing Governmental Laws and SDA Policies," attendees worked on creating updated institutional handbooks to protect and guide their organizations.
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Youth Leadership Summit 2026 Empowers Young Leaders at SwPUC

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC) hosted an impactful Youth Leadership Summit from April 2 to 4, 2026, at the SwPUC Guest House on Masterson Avenue. Under the theme “Rooted in Mission,” the summit gathered over 130 active youth leaders and their directors for a three-day event focused on advancing youth ministry across the union territory.

Southwestern Philippine Union Conference Holds Installation, Commitment, and Dedication Ceremony for Leaders

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC) held a solemn Installation, Commitment, and Dedication Ceremony for its union, mission, and conference administrators, as well as union directors, on March 16, 2026. The event took place at the SwPUC Guest House Function Hall and was themed "Celebrating Faithful Leadership and Service."

Southwestern Philippine Union Conference Commences 2026 with Ten Days of Prayer

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC) welcomed 2026 in a spirit of humility and devotion, as leaders, members, and families gathered in prayer, opening their hearts to God’s Word during the global Ten Days of Prayer initiative of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

SwPUC Concludes Constituency Meeting, Elects New Leaders

The Constituency Meeting of the Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC) officially concluded today after opening on November 17, Cagayan de Oro City. Convened once every four years, the session reviewed key policies, affirmed the church’s direction for the next quinquennium, and elected the new set of leaders who will guide the union forward.

SwPUC Celebrates the Spirit of Prophecy & Adventist Heritage

It was a spiritually historic and yet fun week for the elementary schools, academies, colleges, and hospitals of SwPUC as they celebrated the Gift of Prophecy and SDA History. Focusing on the theme “Seeing the Past, Present, and Future Through the Spirit of Prophecy Lens”, various activities were conducted that reinforced trust in the testimonies of Ellen G. White as well as reminisced about the sacrifices and contributions of the pioneers to the Advent movement.