The World Headquarters of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
The General Conference coordinates the global work of the Adventist Church so that people everywhere can understand the Bible and find freedom, healing and hope in Jesus Christ.
Welcome
The General Conference is the coordinating hub of the Adventist Church, overseeing the work the denomination does globally and interfacing with regional leaders in every part of the world.
Adventists are an extremely diverse, international family of Christians: more than 21 million members in 13 world divisions. We exist to help people everywhere understand the Bible and find freedom, healing and hope in Jesus Christ.
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The headquarters houses departments and services that cater to the global needs of the denomination.
ExploreOfficial statements, documents and guidelines that help you understand the church and its structure.
BrowseGlobal initiatives that encourage members and share the message of hope in Jesus.
DiscoverThemed emphasis days that unite Adventists worldwide in prayer and collective effort.
View calendarDepartments & Associations
Telling the church's story with clarity and warmth.
Explore →Nurturing the world's largest Protestant school system.
education.adventist.orgPromoting wholeness in body, mind and spirit.
healthministries.comStrengthening homes across every culture.
family.adventist.orgBible study and discipleship for every age.
sabbathschoolpersonalministries.orgPathfinders, Adventurers and young adults worldwide.
gcyouthministries.orgDefending freedom of conscience for all.
adventistliberty.orgLiterature ministry in hundreds of languages.
publishing.adventist.orgFaithful living with time, talent and treasure.
stewardship.adventist.orgEquipping pastors and their families.
ministerial.adventist.orgNurturing, empowering and equipping women.
women.adventist.orgLeading children into a growing relationship with Jesus.
children.adventist.orgNext live event
Join leaders from every world division as the Executive Committee gathers at headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Every session is streamed live.
Our Beliefs
Seventh-day Adventist beliefs grow 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.
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