Carolina Conference Camp Meeting

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 son...

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...

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, ma...

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 sig...

Carolina Pastors

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...

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...

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. Througho...

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...

 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 a...

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-...

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...

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 son...

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 sig...

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, m...

Carolina Pastors

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...

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...

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...

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 son...

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 sig...

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, m...

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...

Carolina Pastors

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...