World Headquarters · Silver Spring, Maryland
Serving a global family of faith.
The General Conference is the coordinating hub of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, working alongside regional leaders so that people everywhere can understand the Bible and find freedom, healing and hope in Jesus Christ.
Welcome
The coordinating hub of the Adventist Church
Welcome to the online home for the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The General Conference oversees the work the denomination does globally, interfacing with regional leaders who coordinate activities in their parts of the world.
Adventists are an extremely diverse, international family of Christians. We exist to help people everywhere understand the Bible and find freedom, healing and hope in Jesus Christ.
Explore
What we do, and where to find it
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Departments & Services
The headquarters houses departments and services that cater to the global needs of the denomination.
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Publications
Resources that help you understand the Adventist Church and its structure, and deepen your relationship with God.
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Initiatives
Global initiatives that encourage members and share the message of hope in Jesus.
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Special Days
Themed emphasis days that unite more than 21 million Adventists in prayer and collective effort.
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Live Events
Spring Meeting, Annual Council and GC Session, streamed from headquarters to the world.
Our Beliefs
Meant to permeate your whole life
Growing out of scriptures that paint a compelling portrait of God, you are invited to explore, experience and know the One who desires to make us whole.Read the 28 Fundamental Beliefs
Official Meeting Schedule
Mark the calendar
Twice a year the Executive Committee gathers at headquarters. Sessions are streamed live.
April 14–15 · Silver Spring, MD
October 8–14 · Silver Spring, MD
April 12–13
October 6–13