ADRA International reports growth and announces new devotional

ADRA International president Paulo Lopes reported a significant recovery and growth for the agency during the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s 2026 Annual Council. After facing a period of crisis in 2025, the agency reported serving 8.6 million people and mobilizing $328 million in resources, representing a 32 percent increase compared to 2024.

Alongside the financial report, ADRA released a preview of a new devotional titled ‘Serving Like Jesus: Love in Action’. Scheduled for full release at the Spring Council in 2027, the book features over 220 stories from 75 countries. The collection is designed to connect ADRA’s humanitarian work with the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, highlighting themes of justice, compassion, and service through the experiences of staff and volunteers.