A Day of Renewal for LRC Pastors
The Lake Region Conference is truly blessed to be served by a dedicated and dynamic group of pastors who faithfully lead and inspire their congregations each week. On April 6, 2025, the Conference administration paused to pour back into these leaders during a one-day workers’ meeting held at the Lake Union Conference office in Berrien […]
Happy Educators Appreciation Week
Happy Educators Appreciation Week! From the heart of the Lake Region Conference and the leadership of Elder Garth Gabriel, we extend our deepest gratitude to every educator who pours faith, excellence, and love into their classroom. Your work doesn’t just teach lessons—it shapes futures, sparks purpose, and reflects the heart of Christ in action. Thank […]
Former and Current Lake Union Officers Reflect on Historic 2015 Apology
Nearly a decade after a landmark apology was issued at the Lake Region Conference Camp Meeting, former and current Lake Union leaders gathered at the Lake Union Conference headquarters in Berrien Springs on Feb. 26 to reflect on its significance, impact, and the ongoing journey toward racial reconciliation within the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The panel […]
Bereavement Announcement for Pastor James David Parker
With heavy hearts, the Lake Region Conference joins in mourning the loss of Pastor James David Parker, a beloved employee of Lake Region Conference, whose life was dedicated to ministry and service. A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor on: Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025 Location: Berean SDA Church, 291 Hamilton E. […]
Lake Region Conference Celebrates 80 Years
(pictured above – 1950 Lake Region Conference office staff included F.N. Crowe, secretary-treasurer (fourth from left), and T.M. Fountain, president (sixth from left). Take a look back at key moments in the celebration of the Lake Region Conference 80th anniversary. September 1944 — The Lake Region Conference is officially formed during a specially called meeting […]
Remebering the Past, Continuing the Mission
Originally published by Lake Union Herald Staff, December 18, 2024 It was April 1944 and a group of leaders met at Chicago’s Shiloh Seventh-day Adventist Church. Their mission? To organize African American members in the Lake Union territory. Following that pivotal meeting, the Lake Region Conference was born on Jan. 1,1945. This was the very […]
Official Statement of The Lake Region Conference
Mokena, IL — In the interest of transparency, the Lake Region Conference administration appreciates the opportunity by Spectrum magazine to provide a response to their article that is expected to be published later today, January 8, 2025. Below you will find a response to that article being published by Spectrum this evening. Statement of the […]
Happy New Year from President Gabriel
As we step into 2025, we give thanks to God for His faithfulness and guidance throughout 2024. We are excited for what this new year holds and look forward to a God-led journey ahead. As we embrace this new year, I want to personally encourage you to trust God’s plans for your life and our […]
Bereavement Announcement – Dr. Charles Joseph, Sr.
We are saddened to announce that Dr. Charles Joseph, Sr., passed away on October 26, 2024. Before his retirement, Dr. Joseph served as a beloved pastor in the Lake Region Conference for many years, touching countless lives with his outstanding leadership, dedication and compassion. He was president of Lake Region Conference from 1977-1987 and served […]
Hope for the Hurting Heart Conference Brings People to Christ
From October 13-19, 2024, the Berean Transformation Center hosted the inspiring Hope for the Hurting Heart Conference, featuring Pastor James Doggette, Jr. and hosted by Pastor Claval Hunter. Over five powerful nights, Pastor Doggette delivered messages of hope and healing that touched the hearts of many. The conference included life empowerment presentations, uplifting music, community […]
