WELCOME TO SOUTH ATLANTIC!
Spreading the love and teachings of Jesus Christ
The South Atlantic Conference covers the states of Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. It has a membership of over 36,000, serving 178 churches and companies, employing over 435 people, and operating 15 schools.
The mission of the conference is to empower and encourage every member to know Jesus and experience the Joy of salvation.
So once again Welcome! And let’s pray for one another as we work to hasten the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
C. B. Preston
CONFERENCE FACTS
- Established in 1946
- 36,000 members strong
- Serving the great states of Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.
The South Atlantic Conference of Seventh-day Adventists is a regional administrative unit of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, responsible for coordinating the activities of Seventh-day Adventist congregations and institutions within its territory. Here’s an overview of its history:
Formation: The South Atlantic Conference was officially organized on November 1, 1944. Its headquarters are located in Decatur, Georgia, United States.
Territory: The conference serves the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia.
Growth and Development: Over the years, the South Atlantic Conference has experienced growth in terms of membership, churches, and institutions. It has been involved in various community outreach programs, educational initiatives, and humanitarian efforts within its territory.
Educational Institutions: The conference oversees several educational institutions, including academies, elementary schools, and a college. These institutions play a crucial role in providing quality education while instilling Seventh-day Adventist values in students.
Ministries and Programs: The South Atlantic Conference is actively involved in various ministries and programs aimed at spiritual growth, community service, health, and social outreach. These include evangelistic campaigns, health seminars, youth programs, and humanitarian aid initiatives.
Leadership: The conference is led by elected officers, including a president, executive secretary, treasurer, and departmental directors, who work together to provide spiritual guidance, administrative support, and resources to local congregations and members.
Challenges and Triumphs: Like any organization, the South Atlantic Conference has faced challenges over the years, including financial constraints, changes in societal trends, and cultural shifts. However, it has also celebrated triumphs, such as baptisms, mission expansions, and the establishment of new congregations and institutions.
Overall, the history of the South Atlantic Conference of Seventh-day Adventists reflects a commitment to spreading the message of hope, love, and salvation while serving communities and nurturing faith within its territory.
WE ARE LOCATED AT
3978 Memorial Dr
Decatur, GA 30032
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the South Atlantic organized
On December 4, 1945, at 10:00 a.m., the General Conference and Southern Union Conference met at the Berean SDA Church on Ashby Street to organize a black conference. Elder A. F. Hackman, president of the Southern Union Conference, presided over 398 delegates and 19 delegates-at-large. The delegates came from the Colored Departments of Carolina, Florida, and Georgia Cumberland conferences.
Who was the first President
It was voted that the name of the new conference be the South Atlantic Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
Elder H. D. Singleton became the first President of the South Atlantic Conference.
What is the current membership
The South Atlantic Conference covers the states of Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. It has a membership of over 36,000, serving 178 churches and companies, employing over 435 people, and operating 15 schools.
Where are your offices located
Our Conference Office is located at
3978 Memorial Dr.
Decatur, Georgia 30032
Do you have a camp ground
Our conference center/campground facility, River Oaks Convention Center, is located in Orangeburg, SC, with a 4,100-seat facility, a youth pavilion with a gym that seats 1,100, with five smaller conference rooms. On the grounds, we have an 80-unit motel with two queen beds in each room.
Conference Happenings
Latest News & Stories from around the SAC
On October 12th, the beautiful and new Sanctuary of Gastonia Hispanic SDA Church in North Carolina was officially inaugurated. This
West Broad SDA Church in Savannah, Georgia held its very first International Day on September 28, 2024. Despite the chaotic
South Atlantic Conference Women’s Ministries is equipping women to do evangelism in 2025. SAC Women Ministries Leaders attended the Southern
On October 12th, the beautiful and new Sanctuary of Gastonia Hispanic SDA Church in North Carolina was officially inaugurated. This
West Broad SDA Church in Savannah, Georgia held its very first International Day on September 28, 2024. Despite the chaotic