Our Identity

The name Seventh-day Adventist reflects the beliefs of the church in three words. “Seventh-day” refers to the biblical Sabbath of rest which was graciously given by God to humankind at creation and observed by Jesus during His incarnation. “Adventist” indicates the assurance of the soon return (advent) of Jesus to this earth. Together the name speaks of the gospel which is salvation in Jesus Christ.

SDASM is the acronym for Seventh-day Adventist Student Movement. SDASM is modeled after the Adventist Ministry to College and University Students (AMiCUS). The Student Chaplaincy Ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church seeks to meet the needs of SDA students on secular campuses worldwide. These needs encompass Spiritual, Intellectual and Social needs.