Issues
The Seventh-Day Adventist Church’s association with the United Nations has impacted its public policies, religious liberty stance, and global mission effectiveness. Core UN principles and values are diametrically opposed to the Church’s official beliefs.
Understand the Issues
NGO Consultative Status
The Church’s NGO consultative status with the United Nations placed explicitly defined expectations and requirements on the Church.
Official Statements
Numerous official statements released by the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists compromise truth and support the philosophies and principles of the United Nations.
Religious Liberty
The General Conference’s explicit support of and compliance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights endangers true religious liberty.
UN Principles and Official Beliefs
Core foundational philosophies, values, and principles of the United Nations are diametrically opposed to the Church’s official beliefs, the Everlasting Gospel, and the Three Angels’ Messages.
Historical Overview
A brief historical summary of the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s involvement in the United Nations.