Sligo Seventh Day Adventist

What Sligo Seventh Day Adventist does

Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church is a multi-ethnic, family-oriented religious nonprofit congregation founded approximately 1960 and headquartered at 7700 Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park, Maryland, on the campus of Washington Adventist University. The church delivers weekly Sabbath worship services (Saturday Sabbath School at 10:00 AM and Worship at 11:00 AM), Wednesday and Sunday prayer meetings, and a portfolio of 17+ ministry programs spanning children (GraceLink curriculum, Adventurer Club), youth (Pathfinders, Underground youth service), young adults (GLOW — God Lighting Our World, including Study, Worship, Groups, Dinners, Outreach, and Grow Track), and adults (Discipleship 101/201, Journey Groups, Homes of Hope Bible studies). Additional programs include a refugee support ministry (partnering with Homes Not Borders), homeless outreach, the Sligo Garden Club, and a seasonal summer worship site (Sligo By-the-Sea) in Ocean City, MD. The church also operates Camp Boonsboro, an 80-acre retreat facility in Boonsboro, MD.

The church's technology stack is intentionally lightweight and consumer-grade: it uses the AdventistGiving platform (provided by North American Division IT Services) for online tithes and offerings, Constant Contact for the eWeekend email newsletter, Zoom for virtual prayer meetings, YouTube and Facebook for live streaming and on-demand media, and Google Maps for location services. The Sligo Connect member portal runs on Church Community Builder (ccbchurch.com). There are no proprietary technology products, no AI/ML capabilities, and no app. The organization functions as a community institution rather than a technology company.

Sligo's revenue model is voluntary member contributions — tithes (10% of income) and freewill offerings collected via in-person services, online recurring giving (weekly, biweekly, monthly, yearly) through AdventistGiving, and Text-to-Give (text 'GIVE' to 1-833-250-7649). All worship services and programs are free to the public. Auxiliary revenue sources include facility rental for weddings, funerals, and community events, plus Camp Boonsboro retreat bookings. Financial figures are not publicly disclosed. The church is led by Lead Pastor Alexander Barrientos and an executive team of 1–10 paid staff, supported by a large volunteer base and denominational oversight from the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.

Name

Sligo Seventh Day Adventist

Legal name

Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church

Website

https://sligochurch.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church is a multi-ethnic Seventh-day Adventist congregation in Takoma Park, Maryland, offering weekly worship, 17+ age-segmented ministries, and community outreach programs, funded by voluntary member tithes and offerings.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious and Faith-Based Community Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro industry

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Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYBPAGAJAG

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

SECONDARYBPAGAJAD

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

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Campus Spiritual & Religious Life

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Student Activities, Clubs & Campus Life

Keywords

• Religious worship services
• Spiritual education programs
• Youth ministry programs
• Community outreach ministries
• Retreat and camp facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Takoma Park, Maryland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offerings: Traditional church giving through tithes (10% of income) and freewill offerings collected during worship services and through online/mail-in options
2. Online Giving via AdventistGiving: Digital giving platform allowing members to return tithe and give offerings online, supporting recurring donations setup for weekly, biweekly, monthly, or yearly contributions
3. Text-to-Give: Mobile giving option where members can text 'GIVE' to 1-833-250-7649 for convenient donations

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church is a multi-ethnic, family-oriented congregation that provides Christian worship services, spiritual education programs (Discipleship 101 and 201), and a comprehensive ecosystem of age-based ministries spanning children's programs, youth programs, young adult programs (GLOW), and adult small groups. The church also operates retreat and camp facilities, community outreach ministries (refugee support, homeless ministry, mission trips), facility rentals, and an online giving platform via AdventistGiving. All programs are offered free of charge to members and the broader community, with funding through voluntary tithes and offerings.

Product overview

Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church is a multi-ethnic, family-oriented congregation in Takoma Park, Maryland offering a comprehensive portfolio of spiritual development programs, community ministries, and facilities. The core offerings include Discipleship 101 and 201 (taught by Pastor Rick Johns), the GLOW (God Lighting Our World) young adult ministry with multiple components (Study, Worship, Groups, Dinners, Outreach, Grow Track), and extensive children's programs including the Adventurer Club and Pathfinder Club. Additional ministries encompass youth programs (Sabbath School, Vespers, Underground worship), prayer gatherings, Journey Groups, Sligo Garden Club, Refugee Support Ministry, Homes of Hope Bible studies, and the seasonal Sligo by the Sea worship. The church also operates Camp Boonsboro retreat facility, provides facility event hosting, supports educational institutions, and offers online giving via AdventistGiving with live streaming of worship services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GLOW (God Lighting Our World): Young adult ministry of Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church that includes Sabbath School (GLOW Study), worship services (GLOW Worship), small groups (GLOW Groups), and outreach programs (GLOW Outreach).

Products and services

• Discipleship 101 A foundational spiritual education class taught by Pastor Rick Johns covering seven lessons including What is Discipleship, The Nature of Man, Living in the Kingdom, Righteousness that Surpasses, The Way Part I and II, and The Perfect/Imperfect Family of God. Designed for Sligo Church members and community members seeking structured Christian formation.
• Discipleship 201 An advanced spiritual education class offered by Pastor Rick Johns with seven lessons covering The Good Tree, Three Things Jesus Knew, Let Your Light Shine, Let Your Mean Yes, Eyes Cheeks Pearls and Pigs, Do Not Worry, and The Power to Forgive. Designed as the next level after Discipleship 101 for members seeking deeper Christian formation.
• GLOW (God Lighting Our World) Young Adult Ministry Young adult ministry launched in September 2015 targeting GenZ and Millennial generations, encompassing GLOW Study, GLOW Worship, GLOW Groups, GLOW Dinners, GLOW Outreach, and Grow Track. Designed for college students, young adult professionals, and faith explorers in the DMV area.
• Children's Ministry Comprehensive children's program for ages birth through 14 including Children's Sabbath School, Kid's Church, Children's Lessons, Vacation Bible School, Street Ministry with puppetry and drama, and the Pathfinder and Adventurer clubs. Uses the GraceLink curriculum focusing on Grace, Worship, Community and Service. For families seeking early faith formation.
• Adventurer Club Church-centered program for children Pre-K through 4th grade with age-based sections: Little Lambs (3.5-4 years), Eager Beavers (5 years), and Adventurers (6-9 years) including Busy Bee, Sunbeam, Builder, and Helping Hands classes. Designed for parents seeking structured Christian activities for young children.
• Sligo Pathfinder Club Church-centered spiritual-recreational-activity program for young people from 5th grade through high school. Offers outdoor activities, community service, nature appreciation, and leadership development through the TLT (Truth Like Torch) program. Designed for youth seeking adventure-based faith formation.
• Sligo Youth Ministry Comprehensive youth ministry for high-school aged youth (13-18) including Youth Sabbath School, Youth Vespers (first three Fridays of the month), Sligo Underground youth church service, outreach projects, and annual summer mission trips. Designed for teenagers seeking peer faith development.
• Sligo Garden Club Community of gardeners fostering mental and spiritual wellness through nature rhythms. Includes church grounds gardening, raised beds, community garden spots, and balcony or windowsill gardening with both remote and in-person participation options. For members seeking wellness through gardening community.
• Refugee Support Ministry Ministry providing relief to refugees in Takoma Park in partnership with Homes Not Borders since 2017. Furnishes apartments with donated items, provides welcome bags with culturally relevant food and hygiene products, and partners with Adventist Community Services of GW. Serves refugee families from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Yemen, and Sudan.
• Homes of Hope Five virtual or phone Bible study groups covering topics including The Book of Deuteronomy, The Book of Revelation, Lessons from the Bible, Bible Texts and Prayer, and a community walk-about ministry serving 60 families with fresh vegetables. For members and community members seeking home-based Bible study.
• Journey Groups Sermon-based small groups of 12-14 people meeting bi-weekly or weekly via Zoom. Groups are multi-generational with options for young adults, young families, families with teenagers, and those joining remotely. For members seeking deeper sermon-based engagement.
• Prayer Gathering Weekly prayer meetings held Wednesday nights at 7:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM via Zoom. Includes music, prayer, worship, and community needs sharing. For members and community seeking regular prayer fellowship.
• Sligo by the Sea Over 60-year tradition celebrating summer worship in Ocean City, MD. Members and visitors gather each Sabbath for Sabbath School at 10 AM and worship at 11 AM at First Presbyterian Church (June through September). For members seeking seasonal summer worship community.
• Camp Boonsboro Retreat Facility 80-acre camp facility nestled in Boonsboro, MD offering retreats, church groups, ministry weekends, youth gatherings, and organizational events. Provides disconnection from everyday life for spiritual renewal and nature connection. Reservations available via request form.
• Facility Event Hosting Church facility rental for community events, weddings, funerals, memorial services, concerts, seminars, and banquets with various spaces accommodating different group sizes. Reservations via Facility Event Request Form.
• Online Giving (AdventistGiving) Online tithe and offering platform via AdventistGiving, supported by North American Division IT Services. Allows members to set up weekly, biweekly, monthly, or yearly recurring donations with no platform fees. Also supports TEXT-to-Give option by texting GIVE to 1-833-250-7649. For church members contributing tithes and offerings.
• Live Streaming Worship Services Online and in-person Sabbath services including Sabbath School at 10 AM, worship service at 11 AM on Saturday, and Wednesday and Sunday prayer meetings via Zoom. Streamed via Zoom, YouTube, and church website for global access.
• Educational Partnerships Program Educational partnerships program supporting faith-based education through relationships with Takoma Academy Preparatory School (early childhood through 8th grade), Takoma Academy (premier Adventist high school), Washington Adventist University (campus co-location), and Great Kids Development Center (Christian preschool). Provides spiritual experience and educational support to students.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Homes Not BorderscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Partnership with Homes Not Borders for refugee support ministry. Since 2017, helps refugee families from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Yemen and Sudan by furnishing apartments, providing groceries, home supplies and back-to-school support for children. Meets every third Sunday of the month.
• Washington Adventist University (WAU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated on WAU campus with deep partnership enhancing experience for both institutions. Church provides spiritual experience for students as they grow in education. Pastor Rick Johns serves as adjunct professor at WAU.
• Takoma Academy Preparatory School (TA Prep)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTA Prep is early childhood through 8th grade Christ-centered education institution. Church partners with and supports this educational institution as part of its ministry to families.
• Takoma AcademymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier Adventist high school in Takoma Park, Maryland specializing in faith-based education with emphasis on college preparation. Church maintains partnership supporting students' spiritual experience.
• Great Kids Development CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChristian preschool program offering early learning experiences and central focus of Early Childhood Education Program affiliated with the church.
• Adventist Community Services of GWmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to help the disadvantaged and disenfranchised in the community attain self-sufficiency and independence. Collects donations and coordinates community service for refugees and those in need.
• Action in MontgomeryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partnership with other churches and religious organizations in Montgomery County for collective community action and advocacy.
• Potomac Conference of Seventh-day AdventistscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBelongs to Potomac Conference within the Seventh-day Adventist denomination providing oversight, resources, and connection to the broader church network.
• North American Division IT Services (NAD ITS)coreTechnology or IntegrationNAD ITS provides and maintains the AdventistGiving online giving platform used by the church. Platform is written by denominationally employed IT professionals and maintained at highest security levels.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Christian City Church / Hillsong Church (US campuses): Large, multi-site evangelical congregations with comparable young-adult ministry, digital streaming, and multi-generational programming — a broader incumbent benchmark for scale and growth of weekend services.

Direct peers

• Azure Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church: Active Seventh-day Adventist congregation in the Inland Empire region of California with full family ministry programming and digital outreach comparable to Sligo.
• Takoma Park Seventh-day Adventist Church: A sister Seventh-day Adventist congregation located in the same Takoma Park, MD community; overlaps in geography, denomination, and target demographic.
• Pioneer Memorial Church: Seventh-day Adventist congregation on the Andrews University campus in Berrien Springs, MI; comparable structure of a flagship SDA university-church with broad programming and educational integration.
• Collegedale Seventh-day Adventist Church: Large Adventist church associated with Southern Adventist University in Tennessee; similar university-adjacent SDA congregation model with multi-generational programs.
• Forest Lawn Seventh-day Adventist Church: Large multi-ethnic Seventh-day Adventist church in the greater Los Angeles area; comparable scale and diversity profile to Sligo's DMV congregation.
• Loma Linda University Church: Large Seventh-day Adventist congregation co-located with Loma Linda University; similar model of a multi-ethnic SDA church on a denominational university campus with extensive programming and educational partnerships.

Emerging players

• New Life SDA Church (various locations): Growing SDA congregations with strong young-adult and digital-first programming, often launched within the past 10-20 years; comparable emerging peer in the same denomination.

Regional players

• Sligo Community Christian Reformed Church: Another Christian congregation sharing the Sligo name and serving the Takoma Park/Silver Spring community — a regional faith peer for member overlap and community competition.

Others

• Church of the Nazarene — local DMV congregations: Adjacent mainstream Protestant congregations in the DMV area operating comparable community programs (refugee support, small groups, family ministries); comparable operating context but different denomination.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

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