I want to underline this disturbing climate of intolerance towards religious minorities. The publication in some countries of lists of sects, often produced without recognized expert or academic input, is a very strange way to support freedom and religious peace. Braff concluded by calling on the Commission to support national legislation that would recognize and respect the rights of the individual to choose their religion without discrimination and intolerance. He also reported that the Church's intervention was widely supported, with much positive comment and subsequent discussion. Commenting on the event, John Graz, Religious Liberty director at the Adventist Church World Headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland, USA, said it was extremely important for the Church to be involved at the highest level.
Religious minorities face many prejudices.
In today's world of increasing intolerance against sects and cults, the international community needs to identify the Adventist Church as a major supporter of religious liberty and human rights. World leaders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church met in Silver Spring, Maryland on March 26, to continue the development of the Church's use of the Internet. Recognizing that by the year 2001, the number of Internet users is expected to reach 175 million, Adventists have already produced a wide program of activities on the Net, reports Robert S. Folkenberg, president of the Seventh-day Adventist World Church. Through the Net we can provide experiences such as virtual mission trips and video outreach ministries, as well as a wide range of resources including training, information on healthcare, and the global aspects of the Church's operations. With the 'airport' as the umbrella for all the Church's operations and services, we can help the user to find what they are looking for-whether it is information on the Church's humanitarian work, radio broadcasts in their own language, study materials, video programs for church outreach, interactive training, or where to get personal help on a wide range of subjects.