Publishing & Spirit of Prophecy
At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to spreading the gospel through the printed word. The Publishing Department serves as a vital resource for literature evangelists, churches, and individuals passionate about sharing the message of hope and salvation. Our work involves producing, distributing, and promoting a wide range of Christian literature that uplifts, educates, and inspires spiritual growth.
Pr. Lijalem Y. Yadeta
Director
Teresa Atika
Secretary
We believe that the power of the written word can reach hearts and minds, bringing the light of truth to every corner of the world. Whether you’re seeking materials for personal enrichment, resources for your ministry, or guidance on becoming a literature evangelist, you will find valuable support and information here.
Join us in our mission to make the gospel accessible to all through the ministry of publishing.
The Mission of the Publishing Ministry
The Publishing Ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church exists to proclaim, through print and media, the Gospel of Hope to the whole world in this generation. Our aim is to uplift and dignify people through better living—physically, socially, and spiritually—thus preparing them for the world to come.
ECD Publishing Workers
Leaders: 201
Full-time: 5,365
Part-time: 1,861
Students: 350
Total: 7,777
Planning the Work for Each Year
Each year, we plan the Publishing work together in our Publishing Extended Committee, which includes all union publishing directors, LMS Coordinators, HHES Managers, and publishing house managers. In this committee, we set our goals, gather the goals of each union, and consolidate them to establish the overarching goal for our division.
Goals for the Year 2024
Missionary Book of the Year: 768,000 books to be distributed
Recruitment: 2,830 new literature evangelists
Publishing TMI: 1,105 sites planned this year
Baptism Goal: 49,000 souls
We are confident that we will surpass this goal, as we were blessed with 13,740 souls during the Homecoming event. From January to July, we have reached 85% of our goal, and we thank God for this progress.
Upcoming Events in 2024
Think Big Project Leadership Seminar: Dar es Salaam, October 18-20, 2024
ECD Publishing Congress 2024: Baraton, December 4-8, 2024