Carolina Conference Camp Meeting

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-...

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 m...

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 Atchle...

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...

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...

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...

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 an...

Carolina Pastors

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...

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...

Sebastien Braxton is a UX Designer, international speaker and a serial entrepreneur. He is the CEO and co­founder for Luminate, a mobile app that curates audio meditational experiences through the writings of Ellen White. He is the founder of Fiat Lux, a creative design agency that consults with the General Conference and various divisions to leverage technology for the gospel. He is also a member...

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...

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 Japa...

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...

Sebastien Braxton is a UX Designer, international speaker and a serial entrepreneur. He is the CEO and co­founder for Luminate, a mobile app that curates audio meditational experiences through the writings of Ellen White. He is the founder of Fiat Lux, a creative design agency that consults with the General Conference and various divisions to leverage technology for the gospel. He is also a member...

David Wright is the lead pastor of the Hendersonville SDA Church as well as serve as the Adult Sabbath School Director for the conference.  He received his DMin in Family Ministry from Andrews University.  David and his wife Elizabeth have three children, Lauren, Matthew, and Maryanne and they enjoy traveling and outdoor adventures as a family. And the brother-in-law of Kameron Devasher. Kameron D...

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...

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...

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 path...

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 a...

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...

Erhard Gallos , an assistant professor of Religion at Andrews University, has been teaching courses on New Testament, Greek, Ethics, Hermeneutics, and Seventh-day 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...

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 Le...

Retired Carolina Pastor