Adventist Review Online

July 5, 2005

Historic Vote Elects
First Female VP
In a ground breaking vote Sunday, delegates of the 58th General Conference session elected the world church's first female vice president.


	The Compassion of Jesus Christians are always encouraged to be compassionate, but we often forget that compassion comes with a price. In his devotional message on July 4, Anthony Kent shared his perspective on compassion.

	Transformed Through His Grace What is the theology of grace? How many dimensions does grace have? How does grace factor in the Christian's destiny? Roberto Badenas offered some insights in his July 4 devotional.


	Many Challenges Lie Ahead The South-Pacific Division continues to grow, but with growth comes new challenges, reports president Laurie Evans.

	Born to Serve With more than two million members, the East-Central Africa Division offers a broad array of ministries. President Geoffrey Mbwana has an update.

Delegates Dialogue on a New
Fundamental Belief Statement
The proposed belief statement spurs lively discussion among delegates.

Spotlight on Leadership
In 2020 the Adventist community could reach 50 million, says GC president Jan Paulsen. This creates an urgent need to develop church leaders.

Nominating Committee Report
This section features complete coverage of nominating comittee actions. Election results will be divided into five categories. Click on each below to see the voted positions.

•PRESIDENTIAL
•SECRETARIAT
•TREASURY
•DEPARTMENTS
•WORLD DIVISIONS

Actions and Proceedings
Minutes of the 58th General Conference Session in St. Louis, Missouri, held June 30- July 9, 2005