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.

 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.

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.

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.