Asia-Pacific International University

Ellen G. White Research Center Inauguration 

Date: February 21, 2025
Venue: AIU Library, 3rd Floor, Muaklek, Thailand 

The Ellen G. White Research Center, the only Division Research Center established last year in February 2024, is now ready to be officially unveiled! We invite you to join us for the Grand Inauguration Ceremony on February 21, 2025, at 10:30 AM at the AIU Library, 3rd Floor. 

Distinguished Guests & Honorary Invitees 

We are privileged to welcome esteemed leaders from the General Conference and Southern Asia-Pacific Division (SSD), including: 

  • Dr. Merlin D. Burt – President, Ellen G. White Estate, General Conference 
  • Dr. Tim Poirier – Vice President, Ellen G. White Estate, General Conference 
  • Pr. Roger Caderma – President, Southern Asia-Pacific Division (SSD) 
  • Pr. Bryan Edgar Tolentino – Director, Adventist Heritage & SOP, SSD 
  • Dr. Donny Chrissutianto – Director, Ellen G. White Branch, AIIAS 

Additionally, union presidents and SOP directors from SEUM, MAUM, MYUM, and the Singapore Conference will be present, along with other special guests and invitees. 

This is a historic event that you won’t want to miss! Join us as we celebrate this milestone and explore the rich legacy of Ellen G. White’s prophetic ministry. 

Union-wide Symposium Schedule 

Deepen your understanding of Ellen G. White’s writings and the heritage of the Seventh-day Adventist Church through special symposium sessions: 

February 21, 2025 (Friday) | 2:00–4:00 PM |  Church Fellowship Hall
February 22, 2025 (Saturday) | 2:00–4:30 PM | Church Fellowship Hall 

This symposium will feature insightful presentations on key topics, led by our distinguished speakers. 

  • Dr. Merlin D. Burt – President, Ellen G. White Estate, General Conference
  • Topic: The History and Purpose of the Ellen G. White Estate.”  
  • Dr. Tim Poirier – Vice President, Ellen G. White Estate, General Conference
  • Topic: The Authenticity of Ellen White’s Statements on the Godhead 
  • Pr. Roger Caderma – President, Southern Asia-Pacific Division (SSD) 
  • Pr. Bryan Edgar Tolentino – Director, Adventist Heritage & SOP, SSD
  • Topic: The Gift of Prophecy Doctrine 
  • Dr. Donny Chrissutianto – Director, Ellen G. White Branch, AIIAS
  • Topic: Ellen White the State of the Dead 

All are invited! Join us for this enriching and inspiring occasion as we officially open the Ellen G. White Research Center on our campus. 

Mark your calendars and spread the word!