The 10-day “Finding Hope” evangelistic series concluded Dec. 13 with a Sabbath morning gathering at the Life Hope Center (LHC), drawing more than 400 attendees, including Bible interests and church members, many of whom expressed their desire to support the mission and accept Jesus Christ through baptism.
The series was led by Pastor Hensley Moorooven, undersecretary of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, whose nightly messages centered on biblical truth, prophecy, and the assurance of hope found in Jesus. Church leaders said his clear, Scripture-based presentations resonated with audiences across cultural and geographic boundaries, offering encouragement to those seeking clarity, direction, and faith amid life’s uncertainties. Organizers described the series as a blessing to many, noting the strong participation and the continued spiritual interest expressed throughout the meetings.
Held under the Net Harvest 25 banner, “Finding Hope” served as a hybrid evangelistic initiative and marked the culmination of the Southern Asia-Pacific Division’s (SSD) yearlong Harvest 2025 campaign. The meetings combined onsite worship, live broadcasts, and community-based viewing, allowing participation from both urban centers and remote locations across the division.
To help reach audiences across the region, the meetings were translated daily into multiple languages, including Thai, Khmer, Bahasa Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, Tetun, Tagalog, Cebuano, Ilocano, and Burmese. Organizers said the language translations helped local members invite friends and neighbors to follow the presentations more clearly and made it easier for Bible interests to engage with the message.
On Sabbath afternoon, the livestream continued from the Adventist Media Center while a baptism ceremony took place simultaneously at the Life Hope Center grounds. Organizers reported that more than 120 individuals were baptized, publicly affirming their commitment to follow Jesus. Church leaders described the moment as a highlight of the series, reflecting weeks of prayer, Bible study, and coordinated evangelistic efforts.
The afternoon livestream also featured reports from SSD regional offices, sharing testimonies and updates on baptisms connected to their participation in the “Finding Hope” series. Final figures from across the territory were still being consolidated at the time of reporting, with organizers noting that additional baptisms were expected in the coming days as follow-up studies continue.
Hope Centers played a significant role in expanding the reach of the meetings. Organizers reported 3,716 hosts and 5,145 Hope Centers across the division, with homes, churches, halls, and small groups opening their doors nightly to watch the series together. These gatherings provided opportunities for discussion, prayer, and fellowship, particularly in areas with limited access to live broadcasts.
Despite technological challenges, many families and small groups remained committed to joining the meetings. Organizers shared accounts of participants who continued watching through mobile phones and laptops during power interruptions or unstable internet connections, choosing to stay connected and to share the message with relatives, neighbors, and friends.
Pastor Arnel Gabin, vice president of the SSD’s NDR-IEL office, said the series reflected the church’s shared commitment to bring hope to every community. “Finding Hope reminded us that the gospel advances when God’s people move together in faith,” Gabin said. “Whether through large gatherings, online platforms, or small Hope Center groups, the message of Jesus reached hearts and homes. We thank God for the decisions made and pray that this will lead to continued discipleship and mission across the Southern Asia-Pacific Division.”
Church leaders said follow-up Bible studies and discipleship activities will continue in local churches and communities, building on the momentum of the series and nurturing those who have made decisions for Christ.