Roots That Rise by Leonora John is a landmark historical and theological study that chronicles the birth, growth, and educational impact of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in St. Lucia. Drawing on decades of personal experience, family heritage, and meticulous research, the author presents an engaging narrative that weaves together church history, education and faith, all seen through historical and cultural lenses. This book is more than a historical record—it is a testament to perseverance, faith, and divine providence. It explores how a small group of faithful believers, facing prejudice, poverty, and limited resources, planted spiritual and educational “roots” that continue to bear fruit across generations. Beautifully written and deeply personal, Roots That Rise offers inspiration for readers in the wider Caribbean and global Adventist community who wish to understand how faith-based education, personal sacrifice and missionary work transformed lives and shaped the moral and spiritual landscape of a nation. The book concludes with a heartfelt challenge to Adventists everywhere: “The Seventh-day Adventist education system offers a stable foundation deeply rooted in our faith. It emphasizes character building and personal transformation as central objectives, prioritizing these spiritual goals over grades and worldly attainments.” Roots That Rise is thus both a tribute to the past and a blueprint for the future—a reminder that the strength of any movement lies not in its buildings or numbers, but in its rootedness in truth, sacrifice, and education grounded in Christ.