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San Diego Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Church’s 40th Anniversary

September 22, 2026

The San Diego Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Church on Skyline Drive held a two-day celebration marking four decades of service to its community. The milestone weekend featured religious services, musical performances by various artists including gospel performer Langston Grant, and recognition of key contributors and former pastors who helped build the congregation. Despite early financial struggles when the church had no wealthy members and everyone had to make sacrifices, the congregation has grown significantly over the years.

Who is affected

  • San Diego Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Church congregation members (past and present)
  • Don Wiggins, Denise Spruill, Ken Early, and Croquette Hudson (honored for contributions)
  • Former pastors: James Robins, Stephen Henderson, Dr. Horatius Gittens, Dr. Andrea King, Dr. Kurt King
  • Current Pastor Nyslie Guerrier
  • Performers: Anniversary Mass Choir, Tiesh Townes, Langston Grant & Friends, Erisa Nicole, Barron Peeler, and Dale Fleming
  • The local San Diego community served by the church

What action is being taken

  • No explicit current ongoing actions stated in the article (the article describes a completed celebration event).

Why it matters

  • This celebration matters because it marks 40 years of the church's commitment to serving its community despite early financial hardships and demonstrates the power of collective sacrifice and faith. The milestone showcases how a congregation without wealthy members built a lasting institution through dedication and perseverance, serving as an inspirational example of what can be achieved through community cooperation and spiritual devotion over multiple decades.

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint