Dear Friends,
As we prepare for February to close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible ways God has been leading His work through Streams of Light International. The past month has been filled with tangible evidence of His faithfulness—through the dedication of volunteers, divine appointments, and new opportunities to expand the proclamation of the Three Angels’ Messages.
Progress at Oak Haven: Renovation and Revival
In January, we hosted the Oak Haven Renovation Mission Trip, bringing together an army of dedicated volunteers to prepare the Streams of Light Training Institute (SOLTI) campus for its first class of students arriving in just a few weeks. Every nail driven, every wall painted, and every piece of flooring installed was done with the prayer that this place will become a hub for training dedicated workers to spread the three angels’ messages. To those who joined us, thank you again for the incredible work accomplished.
Alongside the renovation efforts, we experienced a powerful week of prayer revival series, which renewed our focus on the mission. Each evening, stirring messages on evangelism, the urgency of the times, and God’s call for us to dedicate ourselves fully to His work were shared at the Pullman SDA Church. Those messages can be accessed on our YouTube channel.
Laying the Groundwork in Europe
While the work at Oak Haven was progressing, Stephen and Eric embarked on a crucial trip to Europe to advance our work overseas. The need for truth-filled literature across Europe is undeniable, and God is opening doors for mass distribution of The Great Controversy in strategic locations. Meetings with local church leaders, literature evangelists, and supporting ministries have laid the foundation for major outreach efforts in 2025. The work is only beginning, but we praise God for the partnerships forming to help reach Europe with the everlasting gospel. If you feel called to be part of these global, historic outreach efforts, mark your calendars for the Liechtenstein Mission Trip (June 10–14, 2025), the Stuttgart, Germany Mission Trip (June 17-21), and Birmingham, UK Mission Trip (June 24–28, 2025). More information about these missions can be found on our website.
Join Us for “Revived for Mission” and the SOLTI Dedication Weekend
As we move forward, I want to personally invite you to join us, either in-person or remotely, this March 3–9 for Revived for Mission. This powerful series will take place at the Pullman SDA Church leading up to the dedication weekend for the Streams of Light Training Institute campus. This will be a time of spiritual renewal, inspiration, and dedication to the work ahead. Whether you can attend in person or online, I encourage you to set aside time to be part of this experience. We are praying for God to pour out His Spirit in a mighty way as we launch the Pioneer Missionary Course.
A Divine Appointment: Grace’s Story
One recent and powerful reminder of God’s providence came through a divine appointment experience shared by one of our volunteers. While Grace was sharing The Great Controversy with a fellow volunteer in a San Francisco neighborhood, they encountered a man who immediately recognized the book. He shared that during the COVID-19 pandemic, he had found a large-print Bible and read it from cover to cover, deeply moved by what he learned. Around that same time, someone had given him The Great Controversy, but he had set it aside. Yet, something kept drawing him back to it, and when he finally began reading, it changed his perspective.
When Grace and Patty confirmed they were Seventh-day Adventists, he responded warmly, saying, “I like you people.” They invited him to a meeting that evening, though they weren’t sure if he would come. To their surprise, as the meeting ended, Grace felt a tap on her shoulder—it was him! He had come and was eager to let them know he was there. Though he couldn’t stay long, he expressed interest in returning.
This experience reaffirmed that every book shared is a seed planted in faith. Long after we walk away, the Holy Spirit continues working on hearts. Friends, let us keep sharing—God is leading people to the truth! You can listen to Grace’s story here.
Collaboration for City Evangelism in Grand Rapids
In another exciting development, Johnny Henderson and I met with pastors in Grand Rapids to lay the groundwork for collaborative evangelism and outreach in 2025. The goal is to integrate SOLTI students into targeted city evangelism initiatives, working closely with local churches to bring lasting impact. The district has responded very favorably. They are happy that we are here and many are eager to partner with us. We are in the process of gathering commitments from church boards, and it’s amazing to see how God is leading so far. One of the most exciting projects we have for this first year is that our students will be laying the foundation for a church plant in east Grand Rapids in collaboration with the Kentwood SDA leadership. The level of support and enthusiasm to reach Kentwood and plant this church is inspiring. We cannot wait to see the amazing things God does this year.
Friends, the work before us is vast, but we serve a God who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Thank you for your prayers, your support, and your willingness to labor for souls. May we press forward together, fully surrendered to the mission He has given us.
With gratitude and hope,
Oleg Lotca
President, Streams of Light International
