Alumni from Loma Linda University’s eight professional schools, LLU-La Sierra graduates, and all current and former Medical Center and University staff members are invited to come together for a weekend of celebration, fellowship and continuing education opportunities March 2–6 on the Loma Linda University Health campus.
While Loma Linda University’s Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public Health, Allied Health Professions, Behavioral Health and Religion will each hold functions for their individual alumni, the “One Homecoming” weekend will also include many activities that will bring the groups together for joint activities and receptions.
Read an overview and see the complete schedule.
Today’s story focuses on the Friday and Saturday programs. Stay tuned to News of the Week for more information each Thursday.
Spiritual programs, Friday and Sabbath
Steeped in Loma Linda University Health’s rich history is the mission “to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.” The homecoming weekend’s spiritual programming will focus on this mission, offering reminders of why we do what we do.
Friday morning, March 3, will begin with a mission and prayer breakfast from 7–8 a.m. at the Centennial Complex’s Damazo Amphitheater. The breakfast will offer an opportunity for those who have served overseas to come together, hear a short devotional, find their name on the mission globe and celebrate God’s leading.
Friday evening vespers, themed “Living Our Legacy,” will feature Pastor Randy Roberts, DMin, appearing as John Burden, co-founder of Loma Linda University Health. The program will also include stories shared by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and highpoints in the development of Loma Linda University Health – San Bernardino. The vespers will take place at Loma Linda University Church from 7–8:30 p.m.
Saturday (Sabbath), March 4, begins with a prayer walk from 7–8 a.m., beginning at the Mission Globe. During a thoughtful stroll around the inner campus, there will be opportunity to reflect on Loma Linda University Health’s history and to pray for its future, students, and the lives served by the organization every day.
The Sabbath worship service will take place in the Drayson Center from 9–11:45 a.m., featuring stirring stories, music and messages from students, alumni and guest speakers.
Following afternoon reunions, everyone will be invited to gather once more at Loma Linda University Church for the annual Mission Vespers, 4–6 p.m.
Loma Linda’s Got Talent, Saturday night
On Saturday night, alumni will showcase their many talents during an evening talent show beginning at 7 p.m. at Drayson Center that is being billed as “an evening of unparalleled entertainment."
Call for volunteers
The clock is counting down. There are only 27 days until the Loma Linda campus will be filled with guests for homecoming.
More than 100 volunteers are needed on each of the five days, March 2-6. Volunteers will assist with registration, help set up events, provide directions and more. Volunteer opportunities are available all hours of the day.
Please visit www.lluh.org/homecomingvolunteer to sign up.