Carolina Conference Camp Meeting: Recent Episodes
Carolina Conference
The Carolina Conference Camp Meeting, is a week long religious meeting of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, held at beautiful Lake Junaluska. Lake Junaluska is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Elder Leslie D. Louis was born to missionary parents from India on the island of Ceylon (today known as Sri Lanka) where he spent most of his boyhood days. He holds a B.A. degree in religion from Southern Missionary College (1973), along with an M.A. in education from Andrews University (1982). He has served in five conferences in North America including Florida, Ohio, Kentucky-Tennessee, Gulf States, and Carolina. The past fifty years of his service for the Seventh-day Adventist church include that of being a classroom teacher, elementary school and academy principal, superintendent of education, pastor, vice president of a conference and currently as the president of the Carolina Conference.
Elder Louis was elected to serve as the 37th president of the Carolina Conference of Seventh-day Adventists in 2011, was re-elected in 2016 for a second term and again in 2022 for his third term ending in August 2027.
Leslie is married to Carole who is truly the love of his life. They met while they were both students at Southern Missionary College and will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary in December 2023. They have two adult children: Christopher and Catherine and three treasured granddaughters: Isla, Rosalind, and Eloise.
Leslie enjoys traveling, photography, camping, biking, and reading as his leisure activities. He has had the opportunity to travel and visit countries in six of the world’s seven continents. Preaching and sharing Christ through the truths of God’s Word by evangelism, prayer and witnessing are the greatest passions of his heart.
As a child, Kathy wanted to be a nurse. She completed her first year of nursing classes at Columbia Union College, while also taking voice lessons. By the end of that year, she felt called to be a music teacher.
Kathy sang her first solo when she was five years old for Adult Sabbath School. Thanks to her parents, music education was an important part of her life as she began piano lessons in 2nd grade, sang solos and with choirs, played flute during her elementary and academy years, took harp lessons, and continued voice lessons with her teacher at Southern Missionary College. Kathy completed a Bachelor of Music Education in voice (1983), followed by teaching school music (1983-1984), and elementary certification at CUC (1984-1985). She gained teaching experience by providing music classes, giving private lessons, and directing children’s and adult choirs.
Before completing an M.Ed. in music at the University of Maryland (1985-1990), Kathy taught 4th /3rd elementary classes at John Nevins Andrews School (1989-1994) her childhood elementary school. Favorite activities include worship, Bible classes, and teaching students to praise God by presenting Bible musical dramas. Kathy married her husband, Rick, in 1987.
Kathy then taught K-11 music at Spencerville Adventist Academy (1994-1999) until Rick was called to work as the VP of Finance for the Carolina Conference. After moving to Charlotte, Kathy taught music lessons and classes at several SDA schools, planned music for conference events, and camp meetings, and directed the camp meeting choir.
Rick and Kathy were blessed by God with the adoption of their son, Bradley Russell from Ukraine (2002), and their daughter, Grace Russell from China (2008). Kathy has loved being a mom and homeschooling her kids!
Before Grace arrived, Kathy was invited to lead as Children’s Ministries Director for the Carolina Conference (2007). Her work is to equip Children’s Ministry leaders to help children know and love Jesus. Leading Primary and Kindergarten, supporting Adventurers and leading Pathfinders, preaching evangelistic campaigns, and recording Kathy’s Kids StoryTime, have all contributed to Kathy’s personal growth in ministry.
During her extensive work with children in the Carolinas, those who served with her recognized the spiritual depth and extensive pastoral ministry that Kathy is providing to these young people—that she is truly the Children’s Pastor for the Conference—and rightfully recommended that she be Commissioned.
She is grateful to God for allowing her to do ministry with Rick. She is grateful for the love and support of family and friends, and for the way God has used her life experiences to prepare her for the next steps in His service. Kathy is willing to follow God where He leads.
Glenward Alexander (Alex) Bryant, inspired to ministry soon after joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church, solidified his calling through evangelism and teaching in Japan as a student missionary. With a BA in Theology and Business from Oakwood College, an M.Div from Andrews University, and a D.Min from Fuller Theological Seminary, he has served in various leadership roles within the Adventist Church. Currently, he is the North American Division president and enjoys nature, construction, and bike riding. Married to Desiree Wimbish, they have three children and three granddaughters.
Adult Sabbath School
Welcome and Opening Prayer — David Wright
Mount Pisgah and Fletcher Academies' Mission — Academy Representatives
Special Music — Choirs from Mount Pisgah & Fletcher Academies
Mission Report — Jimmy Shwe
Mission Offering/Special Music — Jacqueline & Janae Walsh
Lesson — Eric Walsh
Closing Prayer — David Wright
Glenward Alexander (Alex) Bryant, inspired to ministry soon after joining the Seventh-day Adventist Church, solidified his calling through evangelism and teaching in Japan as a student missionary. With a BA in Theology and Business from Oakwood College, an M.Div from Andrews University, and a D.Min from Fuller Theological Seminary, he has served in various leadership roles within the Adventist Church. Currently, he is the North American Division president and enjoys nature, construction, and bike riding. Married to Desiree Wimbish, they have three children and three granddaughters.
David Sedlacek, a senior research professor at Andrews
University, specializes in family ministry and discipleship.
With a Ph.D. in social work from Case Western Reserve
University, he has experience in various roles, including
clinician, researcher, and pastor, focusing on trauma in
pastors. Alongside his wife, Beverly, a soon-to-retire
counseling therapist with a doctorate in nursing, they
co-authored "Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart" and its workbook,
contributing to emotional healing and family ministry through speaking
engagements and retreats.
Elder Rudy Salazar and his wife, Janet, met at Union
College in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have survived 38 years
of marriage and raised two boys. It's only by God's help
that each year has been better than the last. As a result,
they have practical advice on the challenges that couples
face throughout their married life. Rudy has a doctorate in
pastoral ministry from Andrews University and Janet has a
Master of Arts in Teaching from La Sierra University. Rudy currently serves
as associate director of Stewardship for the North American Division and
Janet is a speaker/writer with a passion for sharing practical tips and tools
for connecting with God. Connect with her at janetfsalazar.com.
Sandra Finley Doran, Ed.D., enjoys presenting
Revelation’s grace-filled messages to children of all
ages. She has served as an educator, administrator, and
writer for more than thirty-five years. She is well-known
throughout the Southern Union for her work as Associate
Superintendent of Education for the Florida Conference,
where she trained educators throughout the Union in
innovative teaching methods. Dr. Doran is the author of a dozen books,
including the new Pacific Press release, UpDraft. She and her husband,
Pastor Eric Doran, live on the west coast of Florida.
Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles
within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge
Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern
Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American
Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational
background from La Sierra University, Andrews University,
and Fuller Theological Seminary, he has significantly
contributed to theological education and evangelism globally. An esteemed
author and speaker, Dr. Clouzet is married to Dr. Lisa Clouzet, and they have
three children.
Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic
Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina
Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from
Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years
in various responsibilities, serving both South and North
America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to
share life with his wife, Alicia, and their two young adult sons, Gabriel and
Daniel. Ricardo’s greatest joy is to see people transformed by the power of
God and respond by sharing God’s transforming love with others.
David Klinedinst, serving as the Evangelism and Church
Growth Director for the Chesapeake Conference and
a speaker on Hope Channel and 3ABN, has impacted
audiences globally across five continents. His focus lies in
empowering lay members through seminars, aiming for a
mission-driven, lay-led church. His vibrant speaking style
has captivated diverse, multicultural audiences.
Marquita Klinedinst, married to David for 28 years and a registered
nurse, passionately shares God's goodness. She has spoken at numerous
events from small groups to large conferences, sharing the hope of Jesus
internationally. Together with their daughters, Melaney and Emiley, the
Klinedinsts are dedicated to spreading faith and love.
Michael Anthony Harpe, director of Stewardship
Ministries at the North American Division, has devoted 32
years to ministry, including pastoral roles, education, and
departmental leadership. With degrees in theology, biblical
languages, mathematics, and a master's in homiletics
and church growth, he has contributed significantly
across various capacities. Married for 40 years to Selita
Atchley, Harpe emphasizes the revolutionary and relational aspects of God's
generosity in mission funding.
Stephen (Steve) Bauer has been with the School of
Religion since 1999, bringing extensive pastoral experience
from suburban and inner-city settings. Inspired by
his parents' faith, Steve is passionate about teaching
righteousness by faith in Christ, emphasizing the urgency
of living by faith as the end times approach. His Ph.D.
focused on Darwinian evolution's impact on ethics.
Throughout his many years of ministry, he has served as a pastor, Bible
worker, and certified flight instructor. Steve, married to Leslie and a father
of two, enjoys beekeeping, photography, cycling, and hiking.
Michael Anthony Harpe, director of Stewardship
Ministries at the North American Division, has devoted 32
years to ministry, including pastoral roles, education, and
departmental leadership. With degrees in theology, biblical
languages, mathematics, and a master's in homiletics
and church growth, he has contributed significantly
across various capacities. Married for 40 years to Selita
Atchley, Harpe emphasizes the revolutionary and relational aspects of God's
generosity in mission funding.
Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles
within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge
Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern
Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American
Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational
background from La Sierra University, Andrews University,
and Fuller Theological Seminary, he has significantly
contributed to theological education and evangelism globally. An esteemed
author and speaker, Dr. Clouzet is married to Dr. Lisa Clouzet, and they have
three children.
Stephen (Steve) Bauer has been with the School of
Religion since 1999, bringing extensive pastoral experience
from suburban and inner-city settings. Inspired by
his parents' faith, Steve is passionate about teaching
righteousness by faith in Christ, emphasizing the urgency
of living by faith as the end times approach. His Ph.D.
focused on Darwinian evolution's impact on ethics.
Throughout his many years of ministry, he has served as a pastor, Bible
worker, and certified flight instructor. Steve, married to Leslie and a father
of two, enjoys beekeeping, photography, cycling, and hiking.
Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic
Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina
Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from
Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years
in various responsibilities, serving both South and North
America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to
share life with his wife, Alicia, and their two young adult sons, Gabriel and
Daniel. Ricardo’s greatest joy is to see people transformed by the power of
God and respond by sharing God’s transforming love with others.
David Sedlacek, a senior research professor at Andrews
University, specializes in family ministry and discipleship.
With a Ph.D. in social work from Case Western Reserve
University, he has experience in various roles, including
clinician, researcher, and pastor, focusing on trauma in
pastors. Alongside his wife, Beverly, a soon-to-retire
counseling therapist with a doctorate in nursing, they
co-authored "Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart" and its workbook,
contributing to emotional healing and family ministry through speaking
engagements and retreats.
Elder Rudy Salazar and his wife, Janet, met at Union
College in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have survived 38 years
of marriage and raised two boys. It's only by God's help
that each year has been better than the last. As a result,
they have practical advice on the challenges that couples
face throughout their married life. Rudy has a doctorate in
pastoral ministry from Andrews University and Janet has a
Master of Arts in Teaching from La Sierra University. Rudy currently serves
as associate director of Stewardship for the North American Division and
Janet is a speaker/writer with a passion for sharing practical tips and tools
for connecting with God. Connect with her at janetfsalazar.com.
David Klinedinst, serving as the Evangelism and Church
Growth Director for the Chesapeake Conference and
a speaker on Hope Channel and 3ABN, has impacted
audiences globally across five continents. His focus lies in
empowering lay members through seminars, aiming for a
mission-driven, lay-led church. His vibrant speaking style
has captivated diverse, multicultural audiences.
Marquita Klinedinst, married to David for 28 years and a registered
nurse, passionately shares God's goodness. She has spoken at numerous
events from small groups to large conferences, sharing the hope of Jesus
internationally. Together with their daughters, Melaney and Emiley, the
Klinedinsts are dedicated to spreading faith and love.
Bill Knott serves as the associate director of the Public Affairs and Religious Liberty Department, overseeing the Church's relations with U.S. and international authorities. With over 25 years of experience in the D.C. area and holding a Ph.D. in History from George Washington University, he possesses extensive expertise in networking with leaders and communities. Previously, Knott made signifi cant contributions to church communications and pastoral work as editor and executive publisher for Adventist Review and Adventist World, as well as serving as a pastor for 18 years. In his PARL role, he focuses on advancing religious freedom and the Church’s legislative interests, while also being an active speaker and writer. Bill and his wife, Deborah, have two sons.
Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles
within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge
Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern
Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American
Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational
background from La Sierra University, Andrews University,
and Fuller Theological Seminary, he has significantly
contributed to theological education and evangelism globally. An esteemed
author and speaker, Dr. Clouzet is married to Dr. Lisa Clouzet, and they have
three children.
Stephen (Steve) Bauer has been with the School of
Religion since 1999, bringing extensive pastoral experience
from suburban and inner-city settings. Inspired by
his parents' faith, Steve is passionate about teaching
righteousness by faith in Christ, emphasizing the urgency
of living by faith as the end times approach. His Ph.D.
focused on Darwinian evolution's impact on ethics.
Throughout his many years of ministry, he has served as a pastor, Bible
worker, and certified flight instructor. Steve, married to Leslie and a father
of two, enjoys beekeeping, photography, cycling, and hiking.
Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic
Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina
Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from
Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years
in various responsibilities, serving both South and North
America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to
share life with his wife, Alicia, and their two young adult sons, Gabriel and
Daniel. Ricardo’s greatest joy is to see people transformed by the power of
God and respond by sharing God’s transforming love with others.
Elder Rudy Salazar and his wife, Janet, met at Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have survived 38 years of marriage and raised two boys. It's only by God's help that each year has been better than the last. As a result, they have practical advice on the challenges that couples face throughout their married life. Rudy has a doctorate in pastoral ministry from Andrews University and Janet has a Master of Arts in Teaching from La Sierra University. Rudy currently serves as associate director of Stewardship for the North American Division and Janet is a speaker/writer with a passion for sharing practical tips and tools for connecting with God. Connect with her at janetfsalazar.com.
David Sedlacek, a senior research professor at Andrews
University, specializes in family ministry and discipleship.
With a Ph.D. in social work from Case Western Reserve
University, he has experience in various roles, including
clinician, researcher, and pastor, focusing on trauma in
pastors. Alongside his wife, Beverly, a soon-to-retire
counseling therapist with a doctorate in nursing, they
co-authored "Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart" and its workbook,
contributing to emotional healing and family ministry through speaking
engagements and retreats.
Bill Knott serves as the associate director of the Public Affairs and Religious Liberty Department, overseeing the Church's relations with U.S. and international authorities. With over 25 years of experience in the D.C. area and holding a Ph.D. in History from George Washington University, he possesses extensive expertise in networking with leaders and communities. Previously, Knott made signifi cant contributions to church communications and pastoral work as editor and executive publisher for Adventist Review and Adventist World, as well as serving as a pastor for 18 years. In his PARL role, he focuses on advancing religious freedom and the Church’s legislative
interests, while also being an active speaker and writer. Bill and his wife, Deborah, have two sons.
Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from
Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years in various responsibilities, serving both South and North America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to share life with his wife, Alicia, and their two young adult sons, Gabriel and Daniel. Ricardo’s greatest joy is to see people transformed by the power of God and respond by sharing God’s transforming love with others.
David Klinedinst, serving as the Evangelism and Church Growth Director for the Chesapeake Conference and a speaker on Hope Channel and 3ABN, has impacted
audiences globally across five continents. His focus lies in empowering lay members through seminars, aiming for a mission-driven, lay-led church. His vibrant speaking style has captivated diverse, multicultural audiences. Marquita Klinedinst, married to David for 28 years and a registered nurse, passionately shares God's goodness. She has spoken at numerous events from small groups to large conferences, sharing the hope of Jesus internationally. Together with their daughters, Melaney and Emiley, the Klinedinsts are dedicated to spreading faith and love.
Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational background from La Sierra University, Andrews University, and Fuller Theological Seminary, he has significantly contributed to theological education and evangelism globally. An esteemed author and speaker, Dr. Clouzet is married to Dr. Lisa Clouzet, and they have three children.
Andy Nash, an influential Adventist author, pastor, and professor at Southern Adventist University, is known for his insightful book "Saved: The Story of God & Us," which explores the biblical narrative from Genesis to Revelation. Annually, he organizes impactful trips to Israel, guiding participants of all ages through Jesus' historical paths, deepening their understanding and connection to their faith.
Bill Knott serves as the associate director of the Public Affairs and Religious Liberty Department, overseeing the Church's relations with U.S. and international authorities. With over 25 years of experience in the D.C. area and holding a Ph.D. in History from George Washington University, he possesses extensive expertise in networking with leaders and communities. Previously, Knott made signifi cant contributions to church communications and pastoral work as editor and executive publisher for Adventist Review and Adventist World, as well as serving as a pastor for 18 years. In his PARL role, he focuses on advancing religious freedom and the Church’s legislative
interests, while also being an active speaker and writer. Bill and his wife, Deborah, have two sons.
David Sedlacek, a senior research professor at Andrews
University, specializes in family ministry and discipleship.
With a Ph.D. in social work from Case Western Reserve
University, he has experience in various roles, including
clinician, researcher, and pastor, focusing on trauma in
pastors. Alongside his wife, Beverly, a soon-to-retire
counseling therapist with a doctorate in nursing, they
co-authored "Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart" and its workbook,
contributing to emotional healing and family ministry through speaking
engagements and retreats.
Andy Nash, an influential Adventist author, pastor, and professor at Southern Adventist University, is known for his insightful book "Saved: The Story of God & Us," which explores the biblical narrative from Genesis to Revelation. Annually, he organizes impactful trips to Israel, guiding participants of all ages through Jesus' historical paths, deepening their understanding and connection to their faith.
David Sedlacek, a senior research professor at Andrews University, specializes in family ministry and discipleship. With a Ph.D. in social work from Case Western Reserve University, he has experience in various roles, including clinician, researcher, and pastor, focusing on trauma in pastors. Alongside his wife, Beverly, a soon-to-retire counseling therapist with a doctorate in nursing, they co-authored "Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart" and its workbook, contributing to emotional healing and family ministry through speaking engagements and retreats.
Elder Rudy Salazar and his wife, Janet, met at Union College in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have survived 38 years of marriage and raised two boys. It's only by God's help that each year has been better than the last. As a result, they have practical advice on the challenges that couples face throughout their married life. Rudy has a doctorate in
pastoral ministry from Andrews University and Janet has a Master of Arts in Teaching from La Sierra University. Rudy currently serves as associate director of Stewardship for the North American Division and Janet is a speaker/writer with a passion for sharing practical tips and tools for connecting with God. Connect with her at janetfsalazar.com.
Sandra Finley Doran, Ed.D., enjoys presenting Revelation’s grace-filled messages to children of all ages. She has served as an educator, administrator, and writer for more than thirty-five years. She is well-known throughout the Southern Union for her work as Associate Superintendent of Education for the Florida Conference, where she trained educators throughout the Union in innovative teaching methods. Dr. Doran is the author of a dozen books, including the new Pacific Press release, UpDraft. She and her husband, Pastor Eric Doran, live on the west coast of Florida.
Michael Anthony Harpe, director of Stewardship Ministries at the North American Division, has devoted 32 years to ministry, including pastoral roles, education, and departmental leadership. With degrees in theology, biblical languages, mathematics, and a master's in homiletics and church growth, he has contributed significantly across various capacities. Married for 40 years to Selita Atchley, Harpe emphasizes the evolutionary and relational aspects of God's generosity in mission funding.
Stephen (Steve) Bauer has been with the School of Religion since 1999, bringing extensive pastoral experience from suburban and inner-city settings. Inspired by his parents' faith, Steve is passionate about teaching righteousness by faith in Christ, emphasizing the urgency of living by faith as the end times approach. His Ph.D. focused on Darwinian evolution's impact on ethics. Throughout his many years of ministry, he has served as a pastor, Bible worker, and certified flight instructor. Steve, married to Leslie and a father of two, enjoys beekeeping, photography, cycling, and hiking.
Ricardo Palacios currently serves as the Hispanic Ministries and Church Planting Coordinator for the Carolina Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Originally from
Ecuador, Ricardo has ministered over the past 30 years in various responsibilities, serving both South and North America, Southeast Asia, and West Africa. He is grateful to share life with his wife, Alicia, and their two young adult sons, Gabriel and Daniel. Ricardo’s greatest joy is to see people transformed by the power of God and respond by sharing God’s transforming love with others.
Ron E. M. Clouzet has served in various leadership roles within the Adventist Church, including pastor at East Ridge Church in Tennessee, ministerial secretary in the Northern Asia-Pacific Division, and director of the North American Division Evangelism Institute. With a rich educational background from La Sierra University, Andrews University, and Fuller Theological Seminary, he has significantly contributed to theological education and evangelism globally. An esteemed author and speaker, Dr. Clouzet is married to Dr. Lisa Clouzet, and they have three children.
Bill Knott serves as the associate director of the Public Affairs and Religious Liberty Department, overseeing the Church's relations with U.S. and international authorities. With over 25 years of experience in the D.C. area and holding a Ph.D. in History from George Washington University, he possesses extensive expertise in networking with leaders and communities. Previously, Knott made signifi cant contributions to church communications and pastoral work as editor and executive publisher for Adventist Review and Adventist World, as well as serving as a pastor for 18 years. In his PARL role, he focuses on advancing religious freedom and the Church’s legislative
interests, while also being an active speaker and writer. Bill and his wife, Deborah, have two sons.
Andy Nash, an influential Adventist author, pastor, and professor at Southern Adventist University, is known for his insightful book "Saved: The Story of God & Us," which explores the biblical narrative from Genesis to Revelation. Annually, he organizes impactful trips to Israel, guiding participants of all ages through Jesus' historical paths, deepening their understanding and connection to their faith.
Chad Grundy is the current Undertreasurer of the Carolina Conference, and he is a proud product of Seventh-day Adventist education. He attended Adventist schools from elementary to college, and graduated from Southern Adventist University with a B.S. degree in Business Administration. Chad was born in Taipei, Taiwan, and has lived in several foreign countries, including Thailand, Germany, and Japan. His brother, Marc, joined the family while they were living in California. It was in Japan that they lived on a naval base outside Yokohama, due to his dad's work with the Department of Defense. This has given Chad a love for travel and visiting new places. He has presented international ShareHim evangelistic series in the Philippines and Mexico City, as well as two homeland evangelistic series in the Carolina Conference. Chad's professional experience includes serving as an accountant at Highland Academy, as well as managing the Adventist Book Center in the Gulf States Conference. He also worked as an Assistant Treasurer for the Kentucky-Tennessee Conference before moving to the Carolina Conference in 2007 to serve as the Association Treasurer. Chad has been the Undertreasurer of the Carolina Conference since 2011. Chad has been married for over 25 years to Amy, a Registered Nurse, who was also his classmate in college. Together, they have three children: Ashley, who is an elementary teacher, and Allison and Chad Jr., who are currently students at Southern Adventist University. Aside from his work in finance, Chad also has a passion for technology and its potential use in ministry. He enjoys traveling to different churches within the Conference to speak and connect with the members, learning about their needs for support and growth.
John Bradshaw is the President of It Is Written, a renowned media evangelism ministry based in Collegedale, Tennessee. It Is Written produces programs that have been filmed on six continents and are viewed by a global audience on various platforms, including their own channel, It Is Written TV. Throughout his career, Pastor Bradshaw has conducted over 100 evangelistic series in cities all over the world. He is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated individuals who share his commitment to spreading the everlasting Gospel. Pastor Bradshaw is married to Melissa, and they have been blessed with two children.
John Bradshaw is the President of It Is Written, a renowned media evangelism ministry based in Collegedale, Tennessee. It Is Written produces programs that have been filmed on six continents and are viewed by a global audience on various platforms, including their own channel, It Is Written TV. Throughout his career, Pastor Bradshaw has conducted over 100 evangelistic series in cities all over the world. He is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated individuals who share his commitment to spreading the everlasting Gospel. Pastor Bradshaw is married to Melissa, and they have been blessed with two children.
John Bradshaw is the President of It Is Written, a renowned media evangelism ministry based in Collegedale, Tennessee. It Is Written produces programs that have been filmed on six continents and are viewed by a global audience on various platforms, including their own channel, It Is Written TV. Throughout his career, Pastor Bradshaw has conducted over 100 evangelistic series in cities all over the world. He is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated individuals who share his commitment to spreading the everlasting Gospel. Pastor Bradshaw is married to Melissa, and they have been blessed with two children.
Born in a tavern, John Earnhardt was delivered by a
praying Adventist nurse. Growing up during the early
days of NASCAR, he spent much of his childhood playing
around a racetrack with his cousin Dale, who had blue
eyes and brown hair just like him, leading many people to
believe they were brothers. Both families were involved
in bootlegging and racing, but their destinies would take
different paths. While Dale would become The Intimidator and a legendary
figure in NASCAR with 76 wins in Victory Lane, John's path would lead him
to a different kind of glory. John loves sharing his journey as a Christian,
family man, and pastor, a path that led him to the ultimate Victory Lane.
Jennifer Jill Schwirzer, LPC, is an author, speaker, TV
host, professional counselor, musician, wife, mother, lover
of Jesus, and friend to many. Jennifer holds a Master's
degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University
and a Doctoral degree in Community Counseling from
Liberty University. She has spoken all over the world,
written 14 books, and hosted two TV programs. Jennifer
is passionate about the fascinating intersection between theology and
psychology and loves to communicate this message whenever and wherever
she gets the chance.
Michael Carducci is the co-founder and senior speaker
of 'Coming Out' Ministries, a ministry that offers support
and guidance to those struggling with gender dysphoria,
same-sex attraction, and sexual and pornography
addiction. Having spent over two decades in the LGBTQ+
culture, Michael faced challenges transitioning into church
culture while exploring the intimacy of a loving Creator
and Redeemer. However, as he encountered Jesus Christ, Michael sought
to overcome long-established patterns of addiction and drives through
the power of Jesus' love. Today, he shares his experience with others,
encouraging them on their journey of discovering their identity and
sexuality while leading them into the arms of a powerful and loving Savior.
Born in a tavern, John Earnhardt was delivered by a
praying Adventist nurse. Growing up during the early
days of NASCAR, he spent much of his childhood playing
around a racetrack with his cousin Dale, who had blue
eyes and brown hair just like him, leading many people to
believe they were brothers. Both families were involved
in bootlegging and racing, but their destinies would take
different paths. While Dale would become The Intimidator and a legendary
figure in NASCAR with 76 wins in Victory Lane, John's path would lead him
to a different kind of glory. John loves sharing his journey as a Christian,
family man, and pastor, a path that led him to the ultimate Victory Lane.
Michael Carducci is the co-founder and senior speaker
of 'Coming Out' Ministries, a ministry that offers support
and guidance to those struggling with gender dysphoria,
same-sex attraction, and sexual and pornography
addiction. Having spent over two decades in the LGBTQ+
culture, Michael faced challenges transitioning into church
culture while exploring the intimacy of a loving Creator
and Redeemer. However, as he encountered Jesus Christ, Michael sought
to overcome long-established patterns of addiction and drives through
the power of Jesus' love. Today, he shares his experience with others,
encouraging them on their journey of discovering their identity and
sexuality while leading them into the arms of a powerful and loving Savior
Erhard Gallos, an assistant professor of Religion at Andrews University, has been teaching courses on New Testament, Greek, Ethics, Hermeneutics, and Seventhday Adventist Heritage and the Gift of Prophecy since 2008. He is an expert on the book of Hebrews and has authored the Teacher's Edition of the Adult Sabbath School for 2022. Additionally, he has written a commentary on James and Jude for the Andrews Bible Commentary and is currently working on a commentary on the book of 1 Thessalonians for the Seventh-day Adventist International Commentary. Erhard enjoys spending time with his wife and twin daughters, who are pursuing PhDs in Math at Indiana University.
Michael Carducci is the co-founder and senior speaker
of 'Coming Out' Ministries, a ministry that offers support
and guidance to those struggling with gender dysphoria,
same-sex attraction, and sexual and pornography
addiction. Having spent over two decades in the LGBTQ+
culture, Michael faced challenges transitioning into church
culture while exploring the intimacy of a loving Creator
and Redeemer. However, as he encountered Jesus Christ, Michael sought
to overcome long-established patterns of addiction and drives through
the power of Jesus' love. Today, he shares his experience with others,
encouraging them on their journey of discovering their identity and
sexuality while leading them into the arms of a powerful and loving Savior
Ben Maxson has spent much of his pastoral ministry in
the Northwest and Southern United States. From 1995
to 2004, Dr. Maxson held the position of Director of
Stewardship at the General Conference. During this time,
he discovered and developed a new paradigm emphasizing
biblical stewardship from a discipleship perspective, which
he shared with the world church. For thirteen years, Ben
served as Lead Pastor of the Paradise, California Church until his retirement
at the end of 2017. Ben is married to Mary Maxson, and they have two
adult children and one grandchild. They now reside in Calhoun, GA.
Kameron Devasher is the director of the Sabbath School and Personal Ministries department in the Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. He is deeply committed to the unique message and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and is dedicated to training, equipping, and inspiring church members to engage in effective soul-winning service. To learn more about his ministry and access valuable resources, visit www.MichiganSSPM.org. Kameron and his wife, Emilie, are proud parents of two sons named Henry and Edward, and a daughter named Molly.
Richie Halversen is the Director of Church Growth &
Revitalization for the Southern Union. In this role, he
coaches churches, pastors, and lay leaders to optimize
their impact in evangelism, church planting, and
revitalization. Richie has been married to his wife, Brittney,
for 24 years and together they have four children: Kaleb,
Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Alex Rodriguez is the Director of Evangelism and Field
Services, as well as an Associate Director of the World Bible
School for the Voice of Prophecy. Formerly a police officer
and fireman, he now devotes his time to sharing the love
of God and the blessings of redemption through spoken
word and song. Alex holds an undergraduate degree in
Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, as well as a
master's degree in religion with concentrations in Systematic Theology and
Church History. He and his wife Stacey, along with their five children, reside
in Berthoud, Colorado.
David Meinz is a sought-after nutritionist who delivers
engaging speeches to businesses, associations, and
churches in the United States and Canada. He is the
author of Wealthy, Healthy & Wise: How To Make Sure
Your Health Lasts As Long As Your Money Does. David
has appeared on various TV and radio programs, including
"The 700 Club" and "Focus on the Family." He is a
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), a Fellow in the Academy of Nutrition
and Dietetics (FAND), and holds a Master's degree (MS) in Human Nutrition
Kameron Devasher is the director of the Sabbath School and Personal Ministries department in the Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. He is deeply committed to the unique message and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and is dedicated to training, equipping, and inspiring church members to engage in effective soul-winning service. To learn more about his ministry and access valuable resources, visit www.MichiganSSPM.org. Kameron and his wife, Emilie, are proud parents of two sons named Henry and Edward, and a daughter named Molly
Erhard Gallos, an assistant professor of Religion at Andrews University, has been teaching courses on New Testament, Greek, Ethics, Hermeneutics, and Seventhday Adventist Heritage and the Gift of Prophecy since 2008. He is an expert on the book of Hebrews and has authored the Teacher's Edition of the Adult Sabbath School for 2022. Additionally, he has written a commentary on James and Jude for the Andrews Bible Commentary and is currently working on a commentary on the book of 1 Thessalonians for the Seventh-day Adventist International Commentary. Erhard enjoys spending time with his wife and twin daughters, who are pursuing PhDs in Math at Indiana University.
Kameron Devasher is the director of the Sabbath School and Personal Ministries department in the Michigan Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. He is deeply committed to the unique message and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and is dedicated to training, equipping, and inspiring church members to engage in effective soul-winning service. To learn more about his ministry and access valuable resources, visit www.MichiganSSPM.org. Kameron and his wife, Emilie, are proud parents of two sons named Henry and Edward, and a daughter named Molly
Derek Morris currently serves as president of Hope Channel International, Inc., and host of Hope Sabbath School, an in-depth interactive study of the Word of God broadcast worldwide on Hope Channel. Born in England, his greatest joy is helping people experience a life-changing encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. He is married to Bodil Chen Morris, a family nurse practitioner. Their favorite hobby is writing scripture songs together. Their songs are heard worldwide on the Hope Channel global network and numerous Christian radio stations. They have two grown sons.
Derek Morris currently serves as president of Hope Channel International, Inc., and host of Hope Sabbath School, an in-depth interactive study of the Word of God broadcast worldwide on Hope Channel. Born in England, his greatest joy is helping people experience a life-changing encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. He is married to Bodil Chen Morris, a family nurse practitioner. Their favorite hobby is writing scripture songs together. Their songs are heard worldwide on the Hope Channel global network and numerous Christian radio stations. They have two grown sons.
Until recently, Pastor Rome Ulia served in the North NSW Conference of the SDA church where he was a Pastor, evangelist and Mentor. Previous assignments included Pastor at Armidale SDA Church & CORE Church Plant, Kempsey SDA Church and South Kempsey Aboriginal SDA Church.
He is currently based in Washington at the Auburn Adventist Academy. Husband to Keti Ulia and the father of 6.
Derek Morris currently serves as president of Hope Channel International, Inc., and host of Hope Sabbath School, an in-depth interactive study of the Word of God broadcast worldwide on Hope Channel. Born in England, his greatest joy is helping people experience a life-changing encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. He is married to Bodil Chen Morris, a family nurse practitioner. Their favorite hobby is writing scripture songs together. Their songs are heard worldwide on the Hope Channel global network and numerous Christian radio stations. They have two grown sons.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Tony Moore is a graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy. Since his Damascus Road-like conversion at a Rolling Stones concert in Charlotte, NC, Tony has served as a Bible teacher, church planter, pastor, metro ministry director, senior pastor of a large, multi-staff church, and evangelism ministries director of the It Is Written telecast. His current project is The Grand Narrative, a seven-volume, 49-episode series tracing the theme of the great controversy from the development of civilization to the early church. World of the Patriarchs is the first volume in this series and will be the basis of his presentations.
Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the speaker/director for the Jesus 101 Biblical Institute, a media ministry of the North American Division designed to offer in-depth, Christ-centered biblical studies resources. Elizabeth is regularly featured on TV channels, radio stations and social media venues around the world. Elizabeth has authored several books, including the 2020 daily devotional, Jesus Wins! The Jesus 101 website (www. Jesus101.tv) and phone app (Jesus 101) offer many Bible study resources, including daily devotionals, biblical studies, videos, podcasts, audio books, and more.
Eli & Loida Rojas have been married for 34 years. As a family they have had great joys, shed tears, gotten frustrated and even had fights, but God has kept them together by His amazing love and grace. They served in the Carolina Conference for over 20 years. Since 2014, Eli has been the ministerial, family ministries and men's ministries director for the Chesapeake Conference. Through the years they have learned that a happy family doesn't happen by accident. Intentionality is a key element in a successful family, as all areas in life.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Scott Moore's background includes being a laundry manager, professional truck driver, evangelism school outreach coordinator, evangelism school director, pastor of a church plant in Michigan Conference, and being the president of an evangelism school. His passions are God, his family, studying the Bible with others, farming, and being outside working in the yard. Currently Scott serves the Lady Lake and Leesburg, FL, church district in the Florida Conference.
Derek Morris currently serves as president of Hope Channel International, Inc., and host of Hope Sabbath School, an in-depth interactive study of the Word of God broadcast worldwide on Hope Channel. Born in England, his greatest joy is helping people experience a life-changing encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. He is married to Bodil Chen Morris, a family nurse practitioner. Their favorite hobby is writing scripture songs together. Their songs are heard worldwide on the Hope Channel global network and numerous Christian radio stations. They have two grown sons.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Tony Moore is a graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy. Since his Damascus Road-like conversion at a Rolling Stones concert in Charlotte, NC, Tony has served as a Bible teacher, church planter, pastor, metro ministry director, senior pastor of a large, multi-staff church, and evangelism ministries director of the It Is Written telecast. His current project is The Grand Narrative, a seven-volume, 49-episode series tracing the theme of the great controversy from the development of civilization to the early church. World of the Patriarchs is the first volume in this series and will be the basis of his presentations.
Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the speaker/director for the Jesus 101 Biblical Institute, a media ministry of the North American Division designed to offer in-depth, Christ-centered biblical studies resources. Elizabeth is regularly featured on TV channels, radio stations and social media venues around the world. Elizabeth has authored several books, including the 2020 daily devotional, Jesus Wins! The Jesus 101 website (www. Jesus101.tv) and phone app (Jesus 101) offer many Bible study resources, including daily devotionals, biblical studies, videos, podcasts, audio books, and more.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Eli & Loida Rojas have been married for 34 years. As a family they have had great joys, shed tears, gotten frustrated and even had fights, but God has kept them together by His amazing love and grace. They served in the Carolina Conference for over 20 years. Since 2014, Eli has been the ministerial, family ministries and men's ministries director for the Chesapeake Conference. Through the years they have learned that a happy family doesn't happen by accident. Intentionality is a key element in a successful family, as all areas in life.
Scott Moore's background includes being a laundry manager, professional truck driver, evangelism school outreach coordinator, evangelism school director, pastor of a church plant in Michigan Conference, and being the president of an evangelism school. His passions are God, his family, studying the Bible with others, farming, and being outside working in the yard. Currently Scott serves the Lady Lake and Leesburg, FL, church district in the Florida Conference.
Don MacLafferty is a disciple of Jesus Christ, a husband to his bride, April, for 33 years, a dad to their three children, a pastor for over 25 years and founder/ president of In Discipleship. In 2002, God moved the hearts of Don and April to launch Kids In Discipleship, a ministry to call parents back to discipling their own kids to Christ and to find their God-given dream in serving others. Today this ministry is named In Discipleship and is committed to "Building Champions who Mentor the New Generations to Trust, Follow, and Share Jesus with Holy Spirit Power."
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Sandra Doran serves at Hart Research Center as curriculum and creative director for Three Angels for Kids, where she produces curriculum and teacher training for grades K-12. Prior to her current post, she spent 17 years with the Florida Conference, serving as associate superintendent of education. Sandra holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education and English, a master's degree in religion and communication, and a doctoral degree in special education. She has served as a columnist for the Adventist Review, Signs of the Times and ParentTalk magazines and has published hundreds of articles and five books.
Tony Moore is a graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy. Since his Damascus Road-like conversion at a Rolling Stones concert in Charlotte, NC, Tony has served as a Bible teacher, church planter, pastor, metro ministry director, senior pastor of a large, multi-staff church, and evangelism ministries director of the It Is Written telecast. His current project is The Grand Narrative, a seven-volume, 49-episode series tracing the theme of the great controversy from the development of civilization to the early church. World of the Patriarchs is the first volume in this series and will be the basis of his presentations.
Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the speaker/director for the Jesus 101 Biblical Institute, a media ministry of the North American Division designed to offer in-depth, Christ-centered biblical studies resources. Elizabeth is regularly featured on TV channels, radio stations and social media venues around the world. Elizabeth has authored several books, including the 2020 daily devotional, Jesus Wins! The Jesus 101 website (www. Jesus101.tv) and phone app (Jesus 101) offer many Bible study resources, including daily devotionals, biblical studies, videos, podcasts, audio books, and more.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Eli & Loida Rojas have been married for 34 years. As a family they have had great joys, shed tears, gotten frustrated and even had fights, but God has kept them together by His amazing love and grace. They served in the Carolina Conference for over 20 years. Since 2014, Eli has been the ministerial, family ministries and men's ministries director for the Chesapeake Conference. Through the years they have learned that a happy family doesn't happen by accident. Intentionality is a key element in a successful family, as all areas in life.
Scott Moore's background includes being a laundry manager, professional truck driver, evangelism school outreach coordinator, evangelism school director, pastor of a church plant in Michigan Conference, and being the president of an evangelism school. His passions are God, his family, studying the Bible with others, farming, and being outside working in the yard. Currently Scott serves the Lady Lake and Leesburg, FL, church district in the Florida Conference.
Don MacLafferty is a disciple of Jesus Christ, a husband to his bride, April, for 33 years, a dad to their three children, a pastor for over 25 years and founder/ president of In Discipleship. In 2002, God moved the hearts of Don and April to launch Kids In Discipleship, a ministry to call parents back to discipling their own kids to Christ and to find their God-given dream in serving others. Today this ministry is named In Discipleship and is committed to "Building Champions who Mentor the New Generations to Trust, Follow, and Share Jesus with Holy Spirit Power."
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Tony Moore is a graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy. Since his Damascus Road-like conversion at a Rolling Stones concert in Charlotte, NC, Tony has served as a Bible teacher, church planter, pastor, metro ministry director, senior pastor of a large, multi-staff church, and evangelism ministries director of the It Is Written telecast. His current project is The Grand Narrative, a seven-volume, 49-episode series tracing the theme of the great controversy from the development of civilization to the early church. World of the Patriarchs is the first volume in this series and will be the basis of his presentations.
Sandra Doran serves at Hart Research Center as curriculum and creative director for Three Angels for Kids, where she produces curriculum and teacher training for grades K-12. Prior to her current post, she spent 17 years with the Florida Conference, serving as associate superintendent of education. Sandra holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education and English, a master's degree in religion and communication, and a doctoral degree in special
education. She has served as a columnist for the Adventist Review, Signs of the Times and ParentTalk magazines and has published hundreds of articles and five books.
Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the speaker/director for the Jesus 101 Biblical Institute, a media ministry of the North American Division designed to offer in-depth, Christ-centered biblical studies resources. Elizabeth is regularly featured on TV channels, radio stations and social media venues around the world. Elizabeth has authored several books, including the 2020 daily devotional, Jesus Wins! The Jesus 101 website (www. Jesus101.tv) and phone app (Jesus 101) offer many Bible study resources, including daily devotionals, biblical studies, videos, podcasts, audio books, and more.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Eli & Loida Rojas have been married for 34 years. As a family they have had great joys, shed tears, gotten frustrated and even had fights, but God has kept them together by His amazing love and grace. They served in the Carolina Conference for over 20 years. Since 2014, Eli has been the ministerial, family ministries and men's ministries director for the Chesapeake Conference. Through the years they have learned that a happy family doesn't happen by accident. Intentionality is a key element in a successful family, as all areas in life.
Scott Moore's background includes being a laundry manager, professional truck driver, evangelism school outreach coordinator, evangelism school director, pastor of a church plant in Michigan Conference, and being the president of an evangelism school. His passions are God, his family, studying the Bible with others, farming, and being outside working in the yard. Currently Scott serves the Lady Lake and Leesburg, FL, church district in the Florida Conference.
Don MacLafferty is a disciple of Jesus Christ, a husband to his bride, April, for 33 years, a dad to their three children, a pastor for over 25 years and founder/ president of In Discipleship. In 2002, God moved the hearts of Don and April to launch Kids In Discipleship, a ministry to call parents back to discipling their own kids to Christ and to find their God-given dream in serving others. Today this ministry is named In Discipleship and is committed to "Building Champions who Mentor the New Generations to Trust, Follow, and Share Jesus with Holy Spirit Power."
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Tony Moore is a graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy. Since his Damascus Road-like conversion at a Rolling Stones concert in Charlotte, NC, Tony has served as a Bible teacher, church planter, pastor, metro ministry director, senior pastor of a large, multi-staff church, and evangelism ministries director of the It Is Written telecast. His current project is The Grand Narrative, a seven-volume, 49-episode series tracing the theme of the great controversy from the development of civilization to the early church. World of the Patriarchs is the first volume in this series and will be the basis of his presentations.
Sandra Doran serves at Hart Research Center as curriculum and creative director for Three Angels for Kids, where she produces curriculum and teacher training for grades K-12. Prior to her current post, she spent 17 years with the Florida Conference, serving as associate superintendent of education. Sandra holds a bachelor's degree in elementary education and English, a master's degree in religion and communication, and a doctoral degree in special
education. She has served as a columnist for the Adventist Review, Signs of the Times and ParentTalk magazines and has published hundreds of articles and five books.
Elizabeth Viera Talbot, Ph.D., is the speaker/director for the Jesus 101 Biblical Institute, a media ministry of the North American Division designed to offer in-depth, Christ-centered biblical studies resources. Elizabeth is regularly featured on TV channels, radio stations and social media venues around the world. Elizabeth has authored several books, including the 2020 daily devotional, Jesus Wins! The Jesus 101 website (www. Jesus101.tv) and phone app (Jesus 101) offer many Bible study resources, including daily devotionals, biblical studies, videos, podcasts, audio books, and more.
Stephen Wickham holds undergraduate degrees in chemistry, music and nursing as well as a master's in public administration. His career has included working as a staff nurse and as director of several hospital departments. As a registered nurse, he supervised diabetes education and received clinical experience in diabetes care and education. When he and his wife, Karen, a registered nurse, learned that they were living in the county with the lowest health ranking in the state of Tennessee, she was instrumental in obtaining a grant for the county for diabetes prevention and education. Stephen authored a community-based lifestyle education seminar, which they have been teaching for the past nine years.
Eli & Loida Rojas have been married for 34 years. As a family they have had great joys, shed tears, gotten frustrated and even had fights, but God has kept them together by His amazing love and grace. They served in the Carolina Conference for over 20 years. Since 2014, Eli has
been the ministerial, family ministries and men's ministries director for the Chesapeake Conference. Through the years they have learned that a happy family doesn't happen by accident. Intentionality is a key element in a successful family, as all areas in life.
Scott Moore's background includes being a laundry manager, professional truck driver, evangelism school outreach coordinator, evangelism school director, pastor of a church plant in Michigan Conference, and being the president of an evangelism school. His passions are God, his family, studying the Bible with others, farming, and being outside working in the yard. Currently Scott serves the Lady Lake and Leesburg, FL, church district in the Florida Conference.
Virtual Eastern Carolina Camp Meeting • September 19, 2020
Main Speaker: Ron Halverson, Jr.
"Waking the Dead!"
Produced by Ron Halverson & Washington Adventist Conference
Virtual Eastern Carolina Camp Meeting • September 19, 2020
Main Speaker: Ron Halverson, Jr.
11am — “ Gospel Eyes”
Produced by Ron Halverson
In this 2020 Carolina Conference Virtual Camp Meeting video, pastor John Bradshaw of It Is Written speaks on "Seventy Times Seven."
The Carolina Conference has been conducting a virtual camp meeting where our speakers are submitting videos of their messages for us to upload.
In this 2020 Carolina Conference Virtual Camp Meeting video, pastor John Bradshaw of It Is Written speaks on "Forgiveness."
The Carolina Conference has been conducting a virtual camp meeting where our speakers are submitting videos of their messages for us to upload.
Sullivan Phillips shares a powerful word about God being with us even when it seems like he’s not.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction and running away from God’s calling before finally experiencing a powerful conversion.Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had.He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years.They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
James Burr, has presented lectures on Astronomy from a Biblical Perspective to thousands in churches, youth groups , elementary and high schools, colleges, universities, retirement centers and home-school associations in the U.S.and Russia since the early 1980s.He has also appeared on many international satellite feeds from Three Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN), Hope Channel and Loma Linda Broadcasting Network (LLBN).
Jim is recognized throughout the world for his achievements in telescope design and manufacturing and his design patents for astronomy accessories.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction and running away from God’s calling before finally experiencing a powerful conversion.Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had.He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years.They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Robert Folkenberg, Jr. is president of the Chinese Union. He has served across the U.S. as pastor and ministry director since 1990, after earning advanced degrees in religion, divinity, and ministry from both Southern Adventist University and Andrews University. He is the author of two books, Health for the Harvest and Getting Back to the Heart of Adventism, and is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Audrey, is Adventist mission and development director for the Chinese Union, and they have three grown children: Rob, Randy, and Katie.
Robert Folkenberg, Jr. is president of the Chinese Union. He has served across the U.S. as pastor and ministry director since 1990, after earning advanced degrees in religion, divinity, and ministry from both Southern Adventist University and Andrews University. He is the author of two books, Health for the Harvest and Getting Back to the Heart of Adventism, and is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Audrey, is Adventist mission and development director for the Chinese Union, and they have three grown children: Rob, Randy, and Katie.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Robert Folkenberg, Jr. is president of the Chinese Union. He has served across the U.S. as pastor and ministry director since 1990, after earning advanced degrees in religion, divinity, and ministry from both Southern Adventist University and Andrews University. He is the author of two books, Health for the Harvest and Getting Back to the Heart of Adventism, and is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Audrey, is Adventist mission and development director for the Chinese Union, and they have three grown children: Rob, Randy, and Katie.
Robert Banks, aka Pastor Bob, grew up in Connecticut and attended the Methodist Church. His teenagequest to find Christ led him to the Adventist churchand a clear call to ministry. He worked as a pastor in the greater Boston area where he met his wife, Joannie, and has since served as pastor, ministerial secretary, and professor, preaching and teaching on six continents. He and Joannie currently pastor in Virginia.
Melissa McCoy-Weisner and Eric Vaughn Weisnerhave been married 12 years. They were married to each other previously before divorcing, at which point they both individually sought God and, in the process, found one another in a new light, giving them a passion for marriage and family ministry focused on prayer. Eric is a middle school computer science teacher; Melissa is an English teacher and assistant girls’ dean at Highland Academy.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction andrunning away from God’s calling before finally experiencinga powerful conversion. Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had. He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years. They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Jim Davidson pastored several churches in the Florida and Kentucky-Tennessee conferences before being called to serve in the Carolina Conference as ministerial director, thenexecutive secretary and finally, president. He has served as executive secretary for the Southern Union Conference since 2011. The joys of Davidson’s life are his wife, Bonnie, and their two adult children, Sarah and Jonathan.
Maury Gilmore (left) is a Certified ChristianConciliator who helps Christians to biblically resolve conflict in their personal, family, church, and business relationships. She has served many in the Western North Carolina area. Susan Smith is a restorative justice facilitator and district criminal court mediator with Piedmont Mediation, Inc. She has herown Christian mediation and conflict coaching ministry.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Robert Folkenberg, Jr. is president of the Chinese Union. He has served across the U.S. as pastor and ministry director since 1990, after earning advanced degrees in religion, divinity, and ministry from both Southern Adventist University and Andrews University. He is the author of two books, Health for the Harvest and Getting Back to the Heart of Adventism, and is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Audrey, is Adventist mission and development director for the Chinese Union, and they have three grown children: Rob, Randy, and Katie.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Dennis Millburn holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business management. He has served as treasurer in the Iowa, Florida, Southern New England, Gulf States, and Southern Union Conferences, and recently retired after 44 years. Millburn is married to Bobbie, a nurse, who enjoys traveling with him to various churches to preach on stewardship and provide weekend seminars filled with practical training in personal finance, emphasizing strategies for living onone income in ministry.
Tony LaPorte is the men’s ministries coordinator for the Carolina Conference and pastor of the Charleston Adventist Church. A 20-year veteran retired from the U.S. Army,
he received his degree in theology from Southwestern Adventist University and a master’s degree in counseling from Amberton University. LaPorte and his wife, Nereida, previously served as family ministries coordinators for the Iowa-Missouri Conference, and are parents to four boys.
Robert Folkenberg, Jr. is president of the Chinese Union. He has served across the U.S. as pastor and ministry director since 1990, after earning advanced degrees in religion, divinity, and ministry from both Southern Adventist University and Andrews University. He is the author of two books, Health for the Harvest and Getting Back to the Heart of Adventism, and is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. His wife, Audrey, is Adventist mission and development director for the Chinese Union, and they have three grown children: Rob, Randy, and Katie.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Ewart F. Brown was born in Jamaica and now resides in Oregon. He has worked for several businesses as a sales representative, and in hospitals in patient care, chaplaincy, and psychiatric therapy. Brown served as a pastor for over 30 years before retiring in 2008. He travels the world speaking on building relationships based on R.E.S.T(Respect, Encouragement, Significance, Trust). Brown is the founder/director of Quiet Place Ministries, and the author of three books.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Dennis Millburn holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business management. He has served as treasurer in the Iowa, Florida, Southern New England, Gulf States, and Southern Union Conferences, and recently retired after 44 years. Millburn is married to Bobbie, a nurse, who enjoys traveling with him to various churches to preach on stewardship and provide weekend seminars filled with practical training in personal finance, emphasizing strategies for living on one income in ministry.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction andrunning away from God’s calling before finally experiencinga powerful conversion. Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had. He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years. They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Michael Carducci, co-founder of Coming Out Ministries and director of EXCEED Ministry, is an international ministry leader addressing his history as part of the LGBTQ community and being sexually addicted. Carducci speaks on how he learned the process of true surrender and experiencing peace in his life. Carducci shares his tools for overcoming temptation and helps guide others to Christ and find healing through a solid dependence on Jesus.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Daniel R. Jackson has been president of the North American Division (NAD) since 2010. With the exception of five years of service in the Southern Asia Division, Jackson, a native Canadian, has lived and ministered in the NAD. He holds a M.A. in religion in systematic theology, and has served the church as a pastor, teacher, and in administration. Jackson and his wife, Donna, enjoy the three children and four grandchildren the Lord has given them. Foremost, Jackson says he is a fellow traveler on the same path as every Christian headed toward the Kingdom.
Robert Banks, aka Pastor Bob, grew up in Connecticut and attended the Methodist Church. His teenagequest to find Christ led him to the Adventist churchand a clear call to ministry. He worked as a pastor in the greater Boston area where he met his wife, Joannie, and has since served as pastor, ministerial secretary, and professor, preaching and teaching on six continents. He and Joannie currently pastor in Virginia.
Melissa McCoy-Weisner and Eric Vaughn Weisner have been married 12 years. They were married to each other previously before divorcing, at which point they both individually sought God and, in the process, found one another in a new light, giving them a passion for marriage and family ministry focused on prayer. Eric is a middle school computer science teacher; Melissa is an English teacher and assistant girls’ dean at Highland Academy.
Ewart F. Brown was born in Jamaica and now resides in Oregon. He has worked for several businesses as a sales representative, and in hospitals in patient care, chaplaincy, and psychiatric therapy. Brown served as a pastor for over 30 years before retiring in 2008. He travels the world speaking on building relationships based on R.E.S.T (Respect, Encouragement, Significance, Trust). Brown is the founder/director of Quiet Place Ministries, and the author of three books.
Dennis Millburn holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business management. He has served as treasurer in the Iowa, Florida, Southern New England, Gulf States, and Southern Union Conferences, and recently retired after 44 years. Millburn is married to Bobbie, a nurse, who enjoys traveling with him to various churches to preach on stewardship and provide weekend seminars filled with practical training in personal finance, emphasizing strategies for living on one income in ministry.
Ewart F. Brown was born in Jamaica and now resides in Oregon. He has worked for several businesses as a sales representative, and in hospitals in patient care, chaplaincy, and psychiatric therapy. Brown served as a pastor for over 30 years before retiring in 2008. He travels the world speaking on building relationships based on R.E.S.T (Respect, Encouragement, Significance, Trust). Brown is the founder/director of Quiet Place Ministries, and the author of three books.
Tony LaPorte is the men’s ministries coordinator for the Carolina Conference and pastor of the Charleston Adventist Church. A 20-year veteran retired from the U.S. Army,
he received his degree in theology from Southwestern Adventist University and a master’s degree in counseling from Amberton University. LaPorte and his wife, Nereida, previously served as family ministries coordinators for the Iowa-Missouri Conference, and are parents to four boys.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Michael Carducci, co-founder of Coming Out Ministries and director of EXCEED Ministry, is an international ministry leader addressing his history as part of the LGBTQ community and being sexually addicted. Carducci speaks on how he learned the process of true surrender and experiencing peace in his life. Carducci shares his tools for overcoming temptation and helps guide others to Christ and find healing through a solid dependence on Jesus.
Jim Davidson pastored several churches in the Florida and Kentucky-Tennessee conferences before being called to serve in the Carolina Conference as ministerial director, then executive secretary and finally, president. He has served as executive secretary for the Southern Union Conference since 2011. The joys of Davidson’s life are his wife, Bonnie, and their two adult children, Sarah and Jonathan.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction and running away from God’s calling before finally experiencing a powerful conversion. Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had. He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years. They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Roger Hernandez is the ministerial and evangelism director for the Southern Union. He has written over 14 books, including the Discipleship Book of the Year, Everyone Welcome. A practical and engaging internationalspeaker, Hernandez presents on leadership, evangelism,accountability, and diversity. Kathy Hernandez is the Southern Union ministerial and evangelism coordinator. She has a degree in elementary education and a master’s in youth ministry, following her life’s calling to nurture those who need the love of a family.
Michael Carducci, co-founder of Coming Out Ministries and director of EXCEED Ministry, is an international ministry leader addressing his history as part of the LGBTQ community and being sexually addicted. Carducci speaks on how he learned the process of true surrender and experiencing peace in his life. Carducci shares his tools for overcoming temptation and helps guide others to Christ and find healing through a solid dependence on Jesus.
Dennis Millburn holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business management. He has served as treasurer in the Iowa, Florida, Southern New England, Gulf States, and Southern Union Conferences, and recently retired after 44 years. Millburn is married to Bobbie, a nurse, who enjoys traveling with him to various churches to preach on stewardship and provide weekend seminars filled with practical training in personal finance, emphasizing strategies for living onone income in ministry.
Melissa McCoy-Weisner and Eric Vaughn Weisner have been married 12 years. They were married to each other previously before divorcing, at which point they both individually sought God and, in the process, found one another in a new light, giving them a passion for marriage and family ministry focused on prayer. Eric is a middle school computer science teacher; Melissa is an English teacher and assistant girls’ dean at Highland Academy.
David A. Sedlacek has taught social work, family ministry, and discipleship at both Oakwood University and in the Seminary at Andrews University, as well as serving in direct practice, administration, research, and ministry. Beverly Sedlacek has worked for over 40 years counseling hurting people in areas of addiction, abuse, relationship difficulties, emotional problems, and financial difficulties. David and Beverly co-direct Into HIS Rest Ministries, a Christian counseling ministry, and enjoy their five grown children.
Melissa McCoy-Weisner and Eric Vaughn Weisner have been married 12 years. They were married to each other previously before divorcing, at which point they both individually sought God and, in the process, found one another in a new light, giving them a passion for marriage and family ministry focused on prayer. Eric is a middle school computer science teacher; Melissa is an English teacher and assistant girls’ dean at Highland Academy.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Robert Banks, aka Pastor Bob, grew up in Connecticut and attended the Methodist Church. His teenagequest to find Christ led him to the Adventist churchand a clear call to ministry. He worked as a pastor in the greater Boston area where he met his wife, Joannie, and has since served as pastor, ministerial secretary, and professor, preaching and teaching on six continents. He and Joannie currently pastor in Virginia.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Jim Davidson pastored several churches in the Florida and Kentucky-Tennessee conferences before being called to serve in the Carolina Conference as ministerial director, then executive secretary and finally, president. He has servedas executive secretary for the Southern Union Conference since 2011. The joys of Davidson’s life are his wife, Bonnie, and their two adult children, Sarah and Jonathan.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Tony LaPorte is the men’s ministries coordinator for the Carolina Conference and pastor of the Charleston Adventist Church. A 20-year veteran retired from the U.S. Army,
he received his degree in theology from Southwestern Adventist University and a master’s degree in counseling from Amberton University. LaPorte and his wife, Nereida, previously served as family ministries coordinators for the Iowa-Missouri Conference, and are parents to four boys.
Richie Halversen spent years battling drug addiction andrunning away from God’s calling before finally experiencinga powerful conversion. Then began many years of recovery and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had. He now serves at the Bowman Hills Church in Tennessee with his wife and partner in ministry, Brittney, to whom he has been married for 21 years. They have four children: Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.
Maury Gilmore (left) is a Certified ChristianConciliator who helps Christians to biblically resolve conflict in their personal, family, church, and business relationships. She has served many in the Western North Carolina area. Susan Smith is a restorative justice facilitator and district criminal court mediator with Piedmont Mediation, Inc. She has herown Christian mediation and conflict coaching ministry.
Robert Banks, aka Pastor Bob, grew up in Connecticut and attended the Methodist Church. His teenagequest to find Christ led him to the Adventist churchand a clear call to ministry. He worked as a pastor in the greater Boston area where he met his wife, Joannie, and has since served as pastor, ministerial secretary, and professor, preaching and teaching on six continents. He and Joannie currently pastor in Virginia.
Daniel R. Jackson has been president of the North American Division (NAD) since 2010. With the exception of five years of service in the Southern Asia Division, Jackson, a native Canadian, has lived and ministered in the NAD. He holds a M.A. in religion in systematic theology, and has served the church as a pastor, teacher, and in administration. Jackson and his wife, Donna, enjoy the three children and four grandchildren the Lord has given them. Foremost, Jackson says he is a fellow traveler on the same path as every Christian headed toward the Kingdom.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Tony LaPorteis the men’s ministries coordinator for the Carolina Conference and pastor of the Charleston Adventist Church. A 20-year veteran retired from the U.S. Army,
he received his degree in theology from Southwestern Adventist University and a master’s degree in counseling from Amberton University. LaPorte and his wife, Nereida, previously served as family ministries coordinators for the Iowa-Missouri Conference, and are parents to four boys.
Gordon Bietz began his career in Northern California, and has since served as teacher, pastor, and president of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, recently retiring after 19 years as president of Southern Adventist University. He now serves as part-time director for higher education for the Association of Adventist Colleges and Universities (AACU), a consortium of 13 institutions that collaborate on marketing and enrollment projects. He and his wife, Cynthia, have adult twin daughters and six grandchildren.
Melissa McCoy-Weisner and Eric Vaughn Weisnerhave been married 12 years. They were married to each other previously before divorcing, at which point they both individually sought God and, in the process, found one another in a new light, giving them a passion for marriage and family ministry focused on prayer. Eric is a middle school computer science teacher; Melissa is an English teacher and assistant girls’ dean at Highland Academy.
Dick Duerksen is a storyteller from the Oregon Conference and a self-proclaimed "Itinerant Pollinator of Grace." During 48 years as an Adventist preacher, pastor, and administrator, he has carried the good news of grace around the world, using narrative-style presentations that bring hope to your heart. Duerksen and his wife, Brenda, have three married children. He is also a professional photographer whose photos help bring calm, peace, and healing into many hospitals and clinical offices.
Roger Hernandez is the ministerial and evangelism director for the Southern Union. He has written over 14 books, including the Discipleship Book of the Year, Everyone Welcome. A practical and engaging internationalspeaker, Hernandez presents on leadership, evangelism,accountability, and diversity. Kathy Hernandez is the Southern Union ministerial and evangelism coordinator. She has a degree in elementary education and a master’s in youth ministry, following her life’s calling to nurture those who need the love of a family.
Dennis Millburnholds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business management. He has served as treasurer in the Iowa, Florida, Southern New England, Gulf States, and Southern Union Conferences, and recently retired after 44 years. Millburn is married to Bobbie, a nurse, who enjoys traveling with him to various churches to preachon stewardship and provide weekend seminars filled with practical training in personal finance, emphasizing strategies for living onone income in ministry.
Jim Davidson pastored several churches in the Floridaand Kentucky-Tennessee conferences before being called to serve in the Carolina Conference as ministerial director, thenexecutive secretary and finally, president. He has served
as executive secretary for the Southern Union Conference since 2011. The joys of Davidson’s life are his wife, Bonnie, and their two adult children, Sarah and Jonathan.
Daniel R. Jackson has been president of the North American Division (NAD) since 2010. With the exception of five years of service in the Southern Asia Division, Jackson, a native Canadian, has lived and ministered in the NAD. He holds a M.A. in religion in systematic theology, and has served the church as a pastor, teacher, and in administration. Jackson and his wife, Donna, enjoy the three children and four grandchildren the Lord has given them. Foremost, Jackson says he is a fellow traveler on the same path as every Christian headed toward the Kingdom.
Henry Johnson is currently serving Carolina Conference as Youth and Young Adult director. As this journey continues, his passion is in proclaiming the true God of Scripture through his true personality--especially to young people and those of non-Adventist perspectives. He longs to see the development of restorative community through discipleship. His motto is: Founded on Scripture and Focused on Jesus.
Roy Gane is Professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Near Eastern Languages at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary of Andrews University.
Dr. Gane is particularly interested in exploring ways that principles from biblical laws and sanctuary worship can guide and empower modern people who choose to accept transformation by Christ through the Holy Spirit in preparation for Christ’s Second Coming. He has given presentations on six continents at events such as camp meetings, pastors’ meetings, and Bible conferences.
Roy is married to Constance Gane, Ph.D. (University of California, Berkeley, 2012), Associate Professor of Archaeology and Old Testament and Curator of the Siegfried H. Horn Archaeological Museum at Andrews University, and Co-Director of the Tall Jalul and Khirbet Safra archaeological excavations.
Gary Swanson, MA
Associate Director Sabbath School & Personal Ministries DepartmentGeneral Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Elder Gary B. Swanson has served for nine years as associate director of the Department of Sabbath School and Personal Ministries of the General Conference. Prior to this he worked 15 years as editor of CQ, formerly Collegiate Quarterly, the official Sabbath School publication for Seventh-day Adventist young adults worldwide.
In the past 25 years, Swanson has conducted workshops around the world in creative writing and techniques to improve Sabbath School learning. With nine years’ classroom experience as a high school teacher, he has a master’s degree in education. He has had more than 1,300 articles, stories, and poems published in 150 Christian periodicals. A winner of 12 international writing awards, he has authored six books.
Roy Gane is Professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Near Eastern Languages at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary of Andrews University.
Dr. Gane is particularly interested in exploring ways that principles from biblical laws and sanctuary worship can guide and empower modern people who choose to accept transformation by Christ through the Holy Spirit in preparation for Christ’s Second Coming. He has given presentations on six continents at events such as camp meetings, pastors’ meetings, and Bible conferences.
Roy is married to Constance Gane, Ph.D. (University of California, Berkeley, 2012), Associate Professor of Archaeology and Old Testament and Curator of the Siegfried H. Horn Archaeological Museum at Andrews University, and Co-Director of the Tall Jalul and Khirbet Safra archaeological excavations.
Shawn Boonstra is the speaker/director for Voice of Prophecy (VOP). Each week he co-hosts the VOP broadcast with his wife, Jean, and looks at current events in the light of the Bible’s perspective on today’s issues. He travels the world to hold live meetings, and these events have been presented on every continent except Antarctica. Shawn’s presentations on the Great Controversy this weekend will inspire confidence in God’s overarching plan and ultimately point to the hope we have in Jesus.
Shawn Boonstra is the speaker/director for Voice of Prophecy (VOP). Each week he co-hosts the VOP broadcast with his wife, Jean, and looks at current events in the light of the Bible’s perspective on today’s issues. He travels the world to hold live meetings, and these events have been presented on every continent except Antarctica. Shawn’s presentations on the Great Controversy this weekend will inspire confidence in God’s overarching plan and ultimately point to the hope we have in Jesus.
Shawn Boonstra is the speaker/director for Voice of Prophecy (VOP). Each week he co-hosts the VOP broadcast with his wife, Jean, and looks at current events in the light of the Bible’s perspective on today’s issues. He travels the world to hold live meetings, and these events have been presented on every continent except Antarctica. Shawn’s presentations on the Great Controversy this weekend will inspire confidence in God’s overarching plan and ultimately point to the hope we have in Jesus.
Shawn Boonstra is the speaker/director for Voice of Prophecy (VOP). Each week he co-hosts the VOP broadcast with his wife, Jean, and looks at current events in the light of the Bible’s perspective on today’s issues. He travels the world to hold live meetings, and these events have been presented on every continent except Antarctica. Shawn’s presentations on the Great Controversy this weekend will inspire confidence in God’s overarching plan and ultimately point to the hope we have in Jesus.
Marvin Moore has been the editor of Signs of the Times since 1995. He is the author of more than 35 books and particularly enjoys writing about Bible prophecy and righteousness by faith. Marvin’s messages this week cover the plan of redemption, starting with the origin of evil and how it came to our little planet and extending to the final crisis and Armageddon. All along, God has had a plan to eliminate evil from the universe and from our hearts, and His plan is nearing its completion.
Currently a professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, Ranko Stefanovic specializes in the book of Revelation. He is the author of a commentary on Revelation as well as an easy-to-read reader’s introduction to Revelation. Ranko’s series this week focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the broader scope of salvation and in the individual Christian’s life. He will also cover the early and latter rain, fruits of the Spirit, and spiritual gifts, all within in the context of God’s desire to save lost humanity.
Eric Flickinger, associate speaker for It Is Written, provides well-researched training on how to keep new members in the church and actively involve them in the church family. The points he covers are applicable to retaining established members as well and include caring for new children, growing faith-affirming relationships, and making your church home a place no one will want to leave.
Ken Mathews, a physician who also holds a bachelor’s degree in classical archaeology, explores the topic of the Great Controversy as played out in the religious liberty arena. He will begin with a brief history of religious freedom and then delve into the end-time prophecies of Revelation. Ken is also the author of an exhaustive commentary on Revelation, Revelation Reveals Jesus.
Roy Rugless has a passion for prayer and was the first director of prayer ministries for the South Central Conference. Retired now, Roy will address the disciples’ request to Christ, “Lord, teach us to pray,” and provide tools to enhance your prayer life. Each session builds upon the previous seminar, so you won’t want to miss even one. Bring your Bible.
Many church members hear the word “stewardship” and interpret it as code for “What the church does to get money out of my pocket,” or “Things we do to get enough money to pay the church’s bills.” Orlan Johnson, director of public affairs and religious liberty for the North American Division, deciphers this word as meaning much more, something God’s people can treasure.
How do we cope with the realities of life and still lead dynamic, faithful, hope-filled lives? Kandus Thorp, co-founder of the Hope Channel network, invites her sisters in the faith to accompany her on a journey to discover practical solutions to the everyday challenges and obstacles along the Christian walk. Her personal testimony and stories of God’s intervention will inspire and encourage.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Ken Mathews, a physician who also holds a bachelor’s degree in classical archaeology, explores the topic of the Great Controversy as played out in the religious liberty arena. He will begin with a brief history of religious freedom and then delve into the end-time prophecies of Revelation. Ken is also the author of an exhaustive commentary on Revelation, Revelation Reveals Jesus.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Roy Rugless has a passion for prayer and was the first director of prayer ministries for the South Central Conference. Retired now, Roy will address the disciples’ request to Christ, “Lord, teach us to pray,” and provide tools to enhance your prayer life. Each session builds upon the previous seminar, so you won’t want to miss even one. Bring your Bible.
Many church members hear the word “stewardship” and interpret it as code for “What the church does to get money out of my pocket,” or “Things we do to get enough money to pay the church’s bills.” Orlan Johnson, director of public affairs and religious liberty for the North American Division, deciphers this word as meaning much more, something God’s people can treasure.
Eric Flickinger, associate speaker for It Is Written, provides well-researched training on how to keep new members in the church and actively involve them in the church family. The points he covers are applicable to retaining established members as well and include caring for new children, growing faith-affirming relationships, and making your church home a place no one will want to leave.
Willie and Elaine Oliver are the family ministries directors for the General Conference and are dedicated to strengthening family relationships through their seminars, books and articles, and television programs. This week the Olivers are sharing biblical counsel along with scientific and psychological perspectives on family, marriage, and parenting, as well as ways to improve communication in all relationships.
Kathy Goddard is passionate about discipleship and teaching simple tools to help deepen a person’s walk with God. She has taught for nearly 30 years in all three levels of education, and her sessions this week zero in on different factors that result in the transformation of children’s lives from the inside out — and it all starts at the Cross.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
How do we cope with the realities of life and still lead dynamic, faithful, hope-filled lives? Kandus Thorp, co-founder of the Hope Channel network, invites her sisters in the faith to accompany her on a journey to discover practical solutions to the everyday challenges and obstacles along the Christian walk. Her personal testimony and stories of God’s intervention will inspire and encourage.
Shawn Boonstra is the speaker/director for Voice of Prophecy (VOP). Each week he co-hosts the VOP broadcast with his wife, Jean, and looks at current events in the light of the Bible’s perspective on today’s issues. He travels the world to hold live meetings, and these events have been presented on every continent except Antarctica. Shawn’s presentations on the Great Controversy this weekend will inspire confidence in God’s overarching plan and ultimately point to the hope we have in Jesus.
Marvin Moore has been the editor of Signs of the Times since 1995. He is the author of more than 35 books and particularly enjoys writing about Bible prophecy and righteousness by faith. Marvin’s messages this week cover the plan of redemption, starting with the origin of evil and how it came to our little planet and extending to the final crisis and Armageddon. All along, God has had a plan to eliminate evil from the universe and from our hearts, and His plan is nearing its completion.
Currently a professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, Ranko Stefanovic specializes in the book of Revelation. He is the author of a commentary on Revelation as well as an easy-to-read reader’s introduction to Revelation. Ranko’s series this week focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the broader scope of salvation and in the individual Christian’s life. He will also cover the early and latter rain, fruits of the Spirit, and spiritual gifts, all within in the context of God’s desire to save lost humanity.
Compassion is a well-known yet underused evangelism strategy. Roger Hernandez, ministerial and evangelism director for the Southern Union, addresses questions about how a church can become known in the community and how service can open doors to sharing the Gospel. His great desire is to show the relevance of Christianity to a world that needs it, especially the younger generations.
Compassion is a well-known yet underused evangelism strategy. Roger Hernandez, ministerial and evangelism director for the Southern Union, addresses questions about how a church can become known in the community and how service can open doors to sharing the Gospel. His great desire is to show the relevance of Christianity to a world that needs it, especially the younger generations.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Many church members hear the word “stewardship” and interpret it as code for “What the church does to get money out of my pocket,” or “Things we do to get enough money to pay the church’s bills.” Orlan Johnson, director of public affairs and religious liberty for the North American Division, deciphers this word as meaning much more, something God’s people can treasure.
Roy Rugless has a passion for prayer and was the first director of prayer ministries for the South Central Conference. Retired now, Roy will address the disciples’ request to Christ, “Lord, teach us to pray,” and provide tools to enhance your prayer life. Each session builds upon the previous seminar, so you won’t want to miss even one. Bring your Bible.
Eric Flickinger, associate speaker for It Is Written, provides well-researched training on how to keep new members in the church and actively involve them in the church family. The points he covers are applicable to retaining established members as well and include caring for new children, growing faith-affirming relationships, and making your church home a place no one will want to leave.
Currently a professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, Ranko Stefanovic specializes in the book of Revelation. He is the author of a commentary on Revelation as well as an easy-to-read reader’s introduction to Revelation. Ranko’s series this week focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the broader scope of salvation and in the individual Christian’s life. He will also cover the early and latter rain, fruits of the Spirit, and spiritual gifts, all within in the context of God’s desire to save lost humanity.
Marvin Moore has been the editor of Signs of the Times since 1995. He is the author of more than 35 books and particularly enjoys writing about Bible prophecy and righteousness by faith. Marvin’s messages this week cover the plan of redemption, starting with the origin of evil and how it came to our little planet and extending to the final crisis and Armageddon. All along, God has had a plan to eliminate evil from the universe and from our hearts, and His plan is nearing its completion.
Ken Mathews, a physician who also holds a bachelor’s degree in classical archaeology, explores the topic of the Great Controversy as played out in the religious liberty arena. He will begin with a brief history of religious freedom and then delve into the end-time prophecies of Revelation. Ken is also the author of an exhaustive commentary on Revelation, Revelation Reveals Jesus.
Willie and Elaine Oliver are the family ministries directors for the General Conference and are dedicated to strengthening family relationships through their seminars, books and articles, and television programs. This week the Olivers are sharing biblical counsel along with scientific and psychological perspectives on family, marriage, and parenting, as well as ways to improve communication in all relationships.
How do we cope with the realities of life and still lead dynamic, faithful, hope-filled lives? Kandus Thorp, co-founder of the Hope Channel network, invites her sisters in the faith to accompany her on a journey to discover practical solutions to the everyday challenges and obstacles along the Christian walk. Her personal testimony and stories of God’s intervention will inspire and encourage.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Raised with a purely secular worldview and having witnessed evil and suffering firsthand, Ty Gibson was completely opposed to the idea of a Supreme Being. “If God exists,” he reasoned, “He would have to be cruel to have made a world like ours.” At age 18, Ty encountered the reality of God’s existence. We humans were born in a war zone, and there are two opposing cosmic powers battling for our hearts. Love has gained the ultimate victory, but the war is still raging. Ty, co-director of Light Bearers, has committed his life to sharing the truth of God’s character with as many people as he can.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Marvin Moore has been the editor of Signs of the Times since 1995. He is the author of more than 35 books and particularly enjoys writing about Bible prophecy and righteousness by faith. Marvin’s messages this week cover the plan of redemption, starting with the origin of evil and how it came to our little planet and extending to the final crisis and Armageddon. All along, God has had a plan to eliminate evil from the universe and from our hearts, and His plan is nearing its completion.
Kathy Goddard is passionate about discipleship and teaching simple tools to help deepen a person’s walk with God. She has taught for nearly 30 years in all three levels of education, and her sessions this week zero in on different factors that result in the transformation of children’s lives from the inside out — and it all starts at the Cross.
Eric Flickinger, associate speaker for It Is Written, provides well-researched training on how to keep new members in the church and actively involve them in the church family. The points he covers are applicable to retaining established members as well and include caring for new children, growing faith-affirming relationships, and making your church home a place no one will want to leave.
Ken Mathews, a physician who also holds a bachelor’s degree in classical archaeology, explores the topic of the Great Controversy as played out in the religious liberty arena. He will begin with a brief history of religious freedom and then delve into the end-time prophecies of Revelation. Ken is also the author of an exhaustive commentary on Revelation, Revelation Reveals Jesus.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Many church members hear the word “stewardship” and interpret it as code for “What the church does to get money out of my pocket,” or “Things we do to get enough money to pay the church’s bills.” Orlan Johnson, director of public affairs and religious liberty for the North American Division, deciphers this word as meaning much more, something God’s people can treasure.
Currently a professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, Ranko Stefanovic specializes in the book of Revelation. He is the author of a commentary on Revelation as well as an easy-to-read reader’s introduction to Revelation. Ranko’s series this week focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the broader scope of salvation and in the individual Christian’s life. He will also cover the early and latter rain, fruits of the Spirit, and spiritual gifts, all within in the context of God’s desire to save lost humanity.
Raised with a purely secular worldview and having witnessed evil and suffering firsthand, Ty Gibson was completely opposed to the idea of a Supreme Being. “If God exists,” he reasoned, “He would have to be cruel to have made a world like ours.” At age 18, Ty encountered the reality of God’s existence. We humans were born in a war zone, and there are two opposing cosmic powers battling for our hearts. Love has gained the ultimate victory, but the war is still raging. Ty, co-director of Light Bearers, has committed his life to sharing the truth of God’s character with as many people as he can.
Compassion is a well-known yet underused evangelism strategy. Roger Hernandez, ministerial and evangelism director for the Southern Union, addresses questions about how a church can become known in the community and how service can open doors to sharing the Gospel. His great desire is to show the relevance of Christianity to a world that needs it, especially the younger generations.
How do we cope with the realities of life and still lead dynamic, faithful, hope-filled lives? Kandus Thorp, co-founder of the Hope Channel network, invites her sisters in the faith to accompany her on a journey to discover practical solutions to the everyday challenges and obstacles along the Christian walk. Her personal testimony and stories of God’s intervention will inspire and encourage.
Willie and Elaine Oliver are the family ministries directors for the General Conference and are dedicated to strengthening family relationships through their seminars, books and articles, and television programs. This week the Olivers are sharing biblical counsel along with scientific and psychological perspectives on family, marriage, and parenting, as well as ways to improve communication in all relationships.
Roy Rugless has a passion for prayer and was the first director of prayer ministries for the South Central Conference. Retired now, Roy will address the disciples’ request to Christ, “Lord, teach us to pray,” and provide tools to enhance your prayer life. Each session builds upon the previous seminar, so you won’t want to miss even one. Bring your Bible.
Ken Mathews, a physician who also holds a bachelor’s degree in classical archaeology, explores the topic of the Great Controversy as played out in the religious liberty arena. He will begin with a brief history of religious freedom and then delve into the end-time prophecies of Revelation. Ken is also the author of an exhaustive commentary on Revelation, Revelation Reveals Jesus.
Willie and Elaine Oliver are the family ministries directors for the General Conference and are dedicated to strengthening family relationships through their seminars, books and articles, and television programs. This week the Olivers are sharing biblical counsel along with scientific and psychological perspectives on family, marriage, and parenting, as well as ways to improve communication in all relationships.
Eric Flickinger, associate speaker for It Is Written, provides well-researched training on how to keep new members in the church and actively involve them in the church family. The points he covers are applicable to retaining established members as well and include caring for new children, growing faith-affirming relationships, and making your church home a place no one will want to leave.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Many church members hear the word “stewardship” and interpret it as code for “What the church does to get money out of my pocket,” or “Things we do to get enough money to pay the church’s bills.” Orlan Johnson, director of public affairs and religious liberty for the North American Division, deciphers this word as meaning much more, something God’s people can treasure.
Currently a professor of New Testament at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, Ranko Stefanovic specializes in the book of Revelation. He is the author of a commentary on Revelation as well as an easy-to-read reader’s introduction to Revelation. Ranko’s series this week focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the broader scope of salvation and in the individual Christian’s life. He will also cover the early and latter rain, fruits of the Spirit, and spiritual gifts, all within in the context of God’s desire to save lost humanity.
How do we cope with the realities of life and still lead dynamic, faithful, hope-filled lives? Kandus Thorp, co-founder of the Hope Channel network, invites her sisters in the faith to accompany her on a journey to discover practical solutions to the everyday challenges and obstacles along the Christian walk. Her personal testimony and stories of God’s intervention will inspire and encourage.
Hans Diehl, DrHSc, is the founder of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute and the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). His morning and afternoon sessions will highlight the therapeutic value of a plantstrong, whole-food-centered dietary lifestyle combined with a daily program of exercise and adequate sleep. As we prepare for the final phase of the Great Controversy, we need clear minds, spiritual strength, and resilient health.
Kathy Goddard is passionate about discipleship and teaching simple tools to help deepen a person’s walk with God. She has taught for nearly 30 years in all three levels of education, and her sessions this week zero in on different factors that result in the transformation of children’s lives from the inside out — and it all starts at the Cross.
Raised with a purely secular worldview and having witnessed evil and suffering firsthand, Ty Gibson was completely opposed to the idea of a Supreme Being. “If God exists,” he reasoned, “He would have to be cruel to have made a world like ours.” At age 18, Ty encountered the reality of God’s existence. We humans were born in a war zone, and there are two opposing cosmic powers battling for our hearts. Love has gained the ultimate victory, but the war is still raging. Ty, co-director of Light Bearers, has committed his life to sharing the truth of God’s character with as many people as he can.
Marvin Moore has been the editor of Signs of the Times since 1995. He is the author of more than 35 books and particularly enjoys writing about Bible prophecy and righteousness by faith. Marvin’s messages this week cover the plan of redemption, starting with the origin of evil and how it came to our little planet and extending to the final crisis and Armageddon. All along, God has had a plan to eliminate evil from the universe and from our hearts, and His plan is nearing its completion.
Raised with a purely secular worldview and having witnessed evil and suffering firsthand, Ty Gibson was completely opposed to the idea of a Supreme Being. “If God exists,” he reasoned, “He would have to be cruel to have made a world like ours.” At age 18, Ty encountered the reality of God’s existence. We humans were born in a war zone, and there are two opposing cosmic powers battling for our hearts. Love has gained the ultimate victory, but the war is still raging. Ty, co-director of Light Bearers, has committed his life to sharing the truth of God’s character with as many people as he can.