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29 March 2025 | Podkowa Le\u015bna, Poland [Daniel Kluska with tedNEWS<\/em>]<\/p>\n

A new chapter in Adventist mission and media opened in Poland on 29 March 2025, as leaders, members, and employees gathered at the Micha\u0142 Belina-Czechowski School of Theology and Humanities in Podkowa Le\u015bna, to inaugurate Hope Media Poland<\/em>. This newly established institution unites the Church\u2019s publishing, broadcasting, and training ministries, aimed at expanding outreach across print, radio, television, and digital platforms. In an era of rapid media evolution, Hope Media Poland <\/em>represents a bold step to strengthen the Adventist message and reach wider audiences with hope.<\/p>\n

The thanksgiving service drew guests from across the country, including former employees of the four historic institutions now merging into the new entity. Pastor Tadeusz Niewolik, appointed director of Hope Media Poland<\/em>, described the occasion as both a time of worship and reflection on God\u2019s guidance through decades of mission work. \u201cWe gather not only to look back in gratitude but also to seek His direction for the future,\u201d he affirmed.<\/p>\n

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“Our aim”, said Pastor Niewolik, “is to continue the legacy of our print, radio, television, and digital platforms, while embracing new outreach opportunities.”<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The programme included a series of short films retracing the rich history of the institutions that have shaped Adventist mission outreach in Poland: The Signs of the Times Publishing House, The Correspondence Bible School, Correspondence School for a Better Life, and The Voice of Hope Radio and Television Centre.<\/p>\n

The Signs of the Times Publishing House\u2014founded in 1921\u2014played a pivotal role in uniting believers and advancing evangelistic efforts through successive relocations from Bydgoszcz to Warsaw, Krak\u00f3w, and beyond. The challenges of wartime and communist censorship shaped much of its story. After the screening, Pastor Miros\u0142aw Harasim, director of the publishing house, and editor-in-chief Pastor Andrzej Sici\u0144ski shared reflections on God\u2019s sustaining hand through decades of service.<\/p>\n

The Correspondence Bible School and Correspondence School for a Better Life\u2014established by Pastor Emanuel Beret\u2014reached tens of thousands through postal Bible courses from centres in Warsaw, Podkowa Le\u015bna, and Bielsko-Bia\u0142a. Long-time staff member Lucyna Kurz highlighted how students, many facing personal challenges, were introduced to the Gospel message and found strength through these lessons. She also pointed to the relevance of recent course offerings on depression, stress, and emotional well-being.<\/p>\n

The Voice of Hope Radio and Television Centre began broadcasting about 50 years ago. During the communist era, it provided a rare uncensored source of biblical teaching, fostering spiritual exploration. Later partnerships with Adventist World Radio expanded both its reach and professionalism.<\/p>\n

In his remarks, Pastor Niewolik outlined how Hope Media Polan<\/em>d will continue the legacy of these institutions while embracing new outreach opportunities. He called on church members to support the initiative through prayer, financial gifts, and active involvement, so that the message of hope can touch as many lives as possible.<\/p>\n

A highlight of the morning was the sermon by Pastor Jaros\u0142aw Dzi\u0119gielewski, President of the Polish Union Conference, entitled Artists and Accountants. Using the metaphor of artists who serve visibly and accountants who work behind the scenes, he underscored that every contribution\u2014whether prominent or unseen\u2014plays an essential role in God\u2019s mission. Referencing\u00a0 1 Corinthians 3:7, he reminded listeners that spiritual growth ultimately comes from God, not human effort. \u201cWhatever you do, if done with full dedication, you can be sure of one thing\u2014it is a miracle,\u201d he said, urging all to continue their calling as instruments of hope faithfully.<\/p>\n

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Jaros\u0142aw Dzi\u0119gielewski reminded listeners that spiritual growth ultimately comes from God, not human effort.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The programme also featured a thanksgiving concert with soloists Michalina Moro and Marta S\u0142ociak-Wi\u015bniewska, accompanied by Marta Gillner and Beata G\u00f3rska-S\u0142ociak.<\/p>\n

Throughout the day, gratitude and a sense of unity permeated the gatherings. The stories of past and present employees who had shaped the publishing, media, and education ministries were honoured, and many participants shared memories of service and perseverance. There was a shared conviction that the God who had guided the Church thus far would continue to bless the new chapter under Hope Media Poland<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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[Photos: courtesy of Daniel Kluska]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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