Who was the first president of the General Conference?

The first president of the General Conference was James White. He played a crucial role in the establishment and organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. As a founding member of the church, James White’s leadership was instrumental in the early years of the denomination, helping to formalize its administrative structures and practices.

White was not only active in guiding the church's direction but also in publishing and spreading its teachings. His vision and commitment helped rally other early Adventists around the collective mission of the church. Under his presidency, the General Conference laid the groundwork for future growth and the establishment of a cohesive organizational framework, which was essential for the unity and effectiveness of the church in its mission.

His presidency represented a pivotal moment in the history of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, as it marked the transition from a movement of individual believers into an organized denomination with a global perspective.