Southern Tidings – The Southern Tidings is the official publication of the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

The Why of Partnerships

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The Postman and the Piano

The Postman and the Piano

August 2025

David Woodie, bi-vocational pastor of Valley Hill Baptist Church in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is also a postal worker and piano technician. Known for preaching “with one tongue and 10 fingers,” Woodie had long prayed for a Baldwin L grand piano for his church’s music ministry.

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Celebrating Emerging Women Leaders in Adventist Higher Education

Celebrating Emerging Women Leaders in Adventist Higher Education

August 2025

For many women at Seventh-day Adventist universities, pursuing a faith-based education is both a mission and a financial challenge. With annual tuition averaging $21,722, students — especially those from single-income or first-generation households — often face steep financial hurdles. Many rely on loans, part-time jobs, and limited aid while preparing … »Read more

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