Carolina Conference Camp Meeting

Retired Carolina Pastor

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.

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 of the Inverse team, a young adult bible study program on Hope Channel. He resides in North Carolina with his wife Candis and their four children. 

Michael Carducci is the co-founder and senior speakerof 'Coming Out' Ministries, a ministry that offers supportand guidance to those struggling with gender dysphoria,same-sex attraction, and sexual and pornographyaddiction. Having spent over two decades in the LGBTQ+culture, Michael faced challenges transitioning into churchculture while exploring the intimacy of a loving Creatorand Redeemer. However, as he encountered Jesus Christ, Michael soughtto overcome long-established patterns of addiction and drives throughthe power of Jesus' love. Today, he shares his experience with others,encouraging them on their journey of discovering their identity andsexuality while leading them into the arms of a powerful and loving Savior

Born in a tavern, John Earnhardt was delivered by apraying Adventist nurse. Growing up during the earlydays of NASCAR, he spent much of his childhood playingaround a racetrack with his cousin Dale, who had blueeyes and brown hair just like him, leading many people tobelieve they were brothers. Both families were involvedin bootlegging and racing, but their destinies would takedifferent paths. While Dale would become The Intimidator and a legendaryfigure in NASCAR with 76 wins in Victory Lane, John's path would lead himto 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, TVhost, professional counselor, musician, wife, mother, loverof Jesus, and friend to many. Jennifer holds a Master'sdegree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella Universityand a Doctoral degree in Community Counseling fromLiberty University. She has spoken all over the world,written 14 books, and hosted two TV programs. Jenniferis passionate about the fascinating intersection between theology andpsychology and loves to communicate this message whenever and wherevershe gets the chance.

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 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.

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 of the Inverse team, a young adult bible study program on Hope Channel. He resides in North Carolina with his wife Candis and their four children. 

Ben Maxson has spent much of his pastoral ministry inthe Northwest and Southern United States. From 1995to 2004, Dr. Maxson held the position of Director ofStewardship at the General Conference. During this time,he discovered and developed a new paradigm emphasizingbiblical stewardship from a discipleship perspective, whichhe shared with the world church. For thirteen years, Benserved as Lead Pastor of the Paradise, California Church until his retirementat the end of 2017. Ben is married to Mary Maxson, and they have twoadult children and one grandchild. They now reside in Calhoun, GA.

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 of the Inverse team, a young adult bible study program on Hope Channel. He resides in North Carolina with his wife Candis and their four children. 

Lead Pastor of the Sharon Church in Charlotte, N.C.

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 of the Inverse team, a young adult bible study program on Hope Channel. He resides in North Carolina with his wife Candis and their four children. 

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.

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

Lead Pastor of Greenville North Church in Greenville, N.C.

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.

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.

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 of the Inverse team, a young adult bible study program on Hope Channel. He resides in North Carolina with his wife Candis and their four children. 

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.