Guest Speaker

Gary Thurber

Gary Thurber, the president of Mid-America Union, is dedicated to embodying and promoting the mission and vision of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the region. His role involves fostering harmony with the global mission of the church and ensuring the smooth functioning of the organization.

Apart from his union responsibilities, Thurber actively contributes to various boards, including those of higher education and healthcare institutions, as well as media and outreach ministries. Notably, he chairs the board of Union College, emphasizing his commitment to its success.

Thurber's journey in ministry began as a teacher and has evolved through diverse roles, including associate pastor, director of Youth, Camp, and Family ministries, and president of multiple conferences. His experience spans Kansas-Nebraska, Florida, and Michigan conferences, as well as the Rocky Mountain, Indiana, and Northern New England conferences. Thurber, along with his wife Diane Wynn, is the proud parent of two adult sons, Ryan and Justin.
Friday Location

Three Angels Seventh-day Adventist Church

4558 N Hydraulic St
Wichita, KS 67219
Sabbath  Location

Wichita South Seventh-day Adventist Church

820 W 27th St S
Wichita, KS 67217
Feb 9-10

Schedule

FRIDAY
SABBATH
7 PM
Worship
9:30 AM
Sabbath School
11 AM
Worship
2 PM
Afternoon Program
*Fellowship lunch will follow the Sabbath 11am worship service.
Please bring something to share if you are able to!

Youth & Young Adults

Guest Speaker

David Solomon Hall, Sr.

Pastor David Solomon Hall, Sr. was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey, and holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Oakwood University and a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Youth Ministry from the SDA Theological Seminary at Andrews University.

With 30 years of ministry experience, Pastor Hall has served in various roles, including Assistant Dean of Men, Religion Teacher, and Health Teacher at Pine Forge Academy, Chaplain & Instructor of Religion at Andrews Academy, Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the SDA Theological Seminary, and Director of Ministries for the Nevada-Utah Conference of SDAs.

Currently retired, Pastor Hall teaches part-time at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada. He is an Ordained Minister of the Gospel, married to Connie Smith for 30 years, and has a son, David Solomon Hall, Jr., daughter-in-law Valeria, and granddaughter Camila Grace. Pastor Hall is known for his advocacy for children, teens, young adults, and families. His life's mission is to share the Good News about the wonderful grace of God, guided by his key text from Acts 20:24 NLT.

Schedule

FRIDAY
SABBATH
5:30 PM
Dinner &
Icebreakers
7 PM
Worship
9:30 AM
Breakfast &
Sabbath School
11 AM
Church
3:15 PM
Panel Discussion
6:30 PM
Sports Forum