Adventist Education | Part 1 (ft. Larry Blackmer)

In the first episode of our new series on Adventist Education, we delve into the evolution, challenges, and aspirations of Adventist schooling. Larry Blackmer, a veteran in Adventist education, shares his extensive journey, discussing trends in enrollment, financial constraints, policy impacts, and the importance of healing past grievances. We examine the core distinctives and doctrines of Adventist education, the dynamic between spiritual and academic goals, and the critical role of fostering a personal relationship with Jesus among students. This episode also highlights issues such as teacher burnout, resource allocation, and the relationship between schools and local churches, emphasizing collaboration and community support for the future success of Adventist education.Have a question you want us to discuss? Comment? Maybe you disagree with something we said? Either way, we'd love to hear from you! Shoot us a DM on Instagram or an email at: [email protected] Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/seekingsda