Camp Meeting -June 11-14, 2025
Dear Campers:
It is with great joy and heartfelt excitement that I welcome each of you to our 2025 Camp Meeting! This year’s theme, “Let It Rain,” is more than just a motto. It’s a passionate prayer and bold declaration! We’re asking God to pour out His Spirit upon us like never before, refreshing our churches, our schools, our families, and our communities with His holy presence!
As we gather in worship, prayer, and fellowship, let us open our hearts to receive the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Just as rain brings new life to dry ground, we believe that the Spirit of God will renew our faith, revive our ministries, and restore hope to our barren communities.
This camp meeting is a divine appointment. Through powerful preaching, soul-stirring music, earnest prayer, and sacred moments of connection, we anticipate a mighty move of God. Let’s come with expectation, ready to be transformed and inspired to return to our communities as vessels overflowing with His love and grace.
Thank you for being part of this special time! Welcome to our 2025 Camp Meeting! Let It Rain!
Sincerely,
Dr. Carlton P. Byrd, President Southwest Region Conference of SDA
P. BYRD President JASON C. NORTH, SR. Executive Secretary
PHILIP PALMER Treasurer
CARLTON
"Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the showers, as the spring rains that water the earth."
HOSEA 6:3
Daily Schedule
Pastors’ & Workers’ Meeting
Wednesday, June 12
Noon
Lunch | Cafeteria
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Workers’ Orientation Cafeteria
Thursday, June 12
9:00 - 10:30 AM
Presentation | Chapel
Philanthropic Services and Industries Fundraising and Grants
Friday, June 13
9:00 - 10:30 AM
Presentation | Chapel
NAD Ministerial Association
Wednesday, June 11
7:00 - 8:30 PM
Opening Night | Main Pavilion
9:30 - 10:00 PM
“Happy Hour” Prayer Time
9:00 - 11:00 PM
Snack Bar | Cedar Café
Thursday, June 12
7:00 AM
Morning Manna | Chapel
8:15 - 9:15 AM
Breakfast | Cafeteria
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Outreach Projects | Oak Lodge
9:30 - Noon
Counseling Services
10:30 - 11:45 AM
Workshops | Page 7 Noon
Power Hour | Main Pavilion
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Lunch | Cafeteria
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Snack Bar | Cedar Cafe
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Workshops | Page 7
7:00 - 8:45 PM
Evening Service | Main Pavilion
SWRC Ministerial Spouses Association
9:30 - 10:00 PM
“Happy Hour” Prayer Time
9:00 - 11:00 PM
Snack Bar | Cedar Café
Friday, June 13
7:00 AM
Morning Manna | Chapel 8:15 - 9:15 AM
Breakfast | Cafeteria
8:30 - 11:30 AM Mobile Medical Unit
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Outreach Projects | Oak Lodge
9:30 - Noon
Counseling Services
10:30 - 11:45 AM Workshops | Page 7
Noon
Power Hour | Main Pavilion
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Lunch | Cafeteria
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Senior Luncheon* | Cafeteria
*Free Luncheon for Senior Adults (65+) with the Conference President.
Friday, cont.
1:30 PM
Ministerial Spouses Dinner
1:30 -3:00 PM
Outreach Projects
City of Athens
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Snack Bar | Cedar Cafe
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Workshops | Page 7
7:00 - 8:45 PM
Evening Service* | Main Pavilion
Youth Ministries
9:30 - 10 PM
“Happy Hour” Prayer Time
*Evening Service is a joint service. Adults and Youth meet in the Adult Pavilion.
Sabbath, June 14
7:00 AM
Morning Manna | Chapel
8:15 - 9:15 AM
Breakfast | Cafeteria
Morning Service
Main Pavilion
9:00 - 10:15 AM Sabbath School
10:15 AM
Children’s Ministries Presentation
Personal Ministries Spotlight 11:00 AM
Divine Worship Experience
Afternoon Programs Main Pavilion 4:00 PM Ordination
5:30 PM Pathfinder Parade*
*Pathfinder lineup is at 4:30 PM.
Sabbath, cont. 6:15 PM
Education Spotlight 7:00 PM
Evening Concert Fred Hammond, Gales Jones Murphy, SWRC Mass Choir, Stephen Manders & Decree Presidential Charge 9:00 PM Watermelon Fest
9:00 - 11:00 PM
Snack Bar | Cedar Cafe
Sunday, June 15 9 AM
Lay Advisory Meeting
Theme Song
Holy Spirit, You Are
Welcome Here
There’s nothing worth more That will ever come close Nothing can compare You’re our living Hope Your presence, Lord.
I’ve tasted and seen Of the sweetest of love When my heart becomes free And my shame is undone Your presence, Lord
Chorus
Holy Spirit You are welcome here Come flood this place And fill the atmosphere Your glory God Is what our hearts long for To be overcome By Your presence, Lord.
Thursday
10:30 - 11:45 AM
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Workshops
Friday
Workshops
Brown | Cafeteria
Michael Brown | Cafeteria
Free Mobile App
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Scan the QR Code to go to the “Let It Rain” website. Then follow these steps:
Step 1
Register for the Free Mobile App.
Step 2
Download the Mobile App “NAD Events” available on Google Play or the App Store. The download buttons are on the “Let It Rain” Camp Meeting website.
Step 3 Login to the “NAD Events” Mobile App using the email you registered with. Check your email to verify your email registration and click on the link provided to access all the event information.
Community Service Outreach Projects
Thursday, June 12
9:30 - 11:30 AM Oak Lodge Downstairs Multi-Purpose Room
Friday, June 13
9:30 - 11:30 AM Oak Lodge Downstairs Multi-Purpose Room
1:00 - 3:00 PM City of Athens
Counseling Services
Thursday, June 12 & Friday, June 13
9:30 - Noon Professional counseling services will be available throughout Camp Meeting for those seeking support, guidance, or a listening ear.
Advance sign-up is required to reserve a time slot. Please scan the QR code to your left to schedule your session.
All sessions are confidential and offered at no cost by Dr. Patrick & Mrs. Denise Crarey, LCPC | Administrative Office Building - Conference Room
Health Ministries | Mobile Medical Unit
Friday, June 13
8:30 - 11:30 AM
Texas Health Huguley Mobile Medical Unit will offer free medical services to those in attendance. All present are invited to benefit from these services including flu shots, immunizations for adult and children, adult hepatitis A&B and TDaP (tetanus, diphtheria, pertusis/whooping cough) vaccines, and biometric screening (BMI, total cholesterol, and blood glucose).
Morning Manna
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Power Hour
Service
Thursday to Sabbath | Chapel NOON - 1:00 PM Thursday to Sabbath | Main Pavilion 7:00 - 8:45 PM Wednesday to Friday | Main Pavilion
Opening Prayer
Praise & Worship
Welcome & Announcements
Prayer Circles
Introduction
Musical Selection
Sermon & Appeal
Closing Remarks & Announcements
Benediction
CHAIRPERSONS Thursday
Opening Prayer
Praise & Worship
Welcome & Announcements
Prayer Circles
Introduction
Musical Selection
Sermon & Appeal
Closing Remarks & Announcements
Benediction
CHAIRPERSONS
Opening Prayer
Praise & Worship
Welcome & Announcements
Video Presentation
Offertory
Prayer Circles
Introduction of Speaker
Musical Selection
Sermon & Appeal
Closing Remarks & Announcements
Benediction
CHAIRPERSONS
Speaker Schedule
Morning Manna
Thursday
Pastor Conrad Bobb-Semple
Friday
Pastor Henrithia Hanslip
Sabbath
Pastor Harold Goodloe
Power Hour
Thursday
Pastor Aaron Chancy
Friday
Pastor Aaron Mace
Evening Service
Wednesday
Pastor Pastor Claudia Allen
Thursday
Dr. Gina Spivey Brown
Friday
Pastor Taurus Montgomery
Sabbath School
June 14, 2024
Main Pavilion
9:00 - 10:15 AM
Women’s Ministries
Anysia Archibald, Presiding
Special Presentations
June 14, 2024
Main Pavilion
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Children’s Ministries
Lawanna McCoy, Presiding
10:30 - 10:45 AM
Personal Ministries
Pastor Tyrone Boyd, Presiding
Pastor MacKenzie Kambizi
Message Magazine Representative 10:45 AM
Prelude of Praise
DFW Ghanaian Choir
Worship in Giving
To give your offering or donation online via Southwest Region Conference AdventistGiving, please scan the QR Code. Thank you for your donation.
Call to Worship
Pastor Billy Green
Introit
Theme Song - Page 5
Invocation
Shanequa Manuel
Welcome
Dr. Carlton & Danielle Byrd
Praise & Worship
Myron Butler & Praise Team
Divine Worship Experience
June 14, 2024 | 11:00 AM Main Pavilion
Intercessory Prayer
Pastor Jason North
Musical Selection
Stephen Manders & Decree
Video Presentation
SWRC Media Team
Worship in Giving
Elder Philip Palmer
Offertory Selection
Gale Jones Murphy
Introduction of Speaker
Dr. Carlton P. Byrd
Musical Selection
Le’Andria Johnson & the SWR Conference Mass Choir
Message
Dr. Abraham Jules
Appeal Song
Myron Butler & Praise Team
Benediction
Pastor Neylon Samuel
Ordination
June 14, 2024 | Main Pavilion 4:00 PM
Prelude Musicians
Processional Ministers and Spouses
Invocation Pastor James Cox
Welcome & Occasion Pastor Jason North
Scripture Pastor Terrell McCoy
Introduction of Speaker Dr. Carlton P. Byrd
Musical Selection Gale Jones Murphy
Ordination Message Dr. Ivan Williams
Presentation of Candidate SWRC Media Ministries and Pastor Jason North
Ordination Prayer Pastor Billy Wright
Musical Selection David Graham
Charge Dr. Carlton P. Byrd
Welcome to Ministry Pastor Charles Sanders
Presentation of Gifts SWRC Officers
Ministerial Spouses’ Welcome Danielle Byrd, Angie North, and Janice Ford
Benediction Pastor Vanston Archbold
Recessional Ministers and Spouses
Ordinand Pastor Paul Lawrence & Tanzania
Children’s Ministries | VBS
For Ages 4-12 years
Children’s Registration
Registration is $15 per child and is required for all children. Each registered participants will receive a VBS T-shirt and drawsting backpack.
To register, please scan the QR Code or complete a registration form available at the Welcome Center during office hours.
Wednesday, June 11
3:00 - 5:00 PM Registration Welcome Center 7:00 - 8:45 PM Evening Service* Main Pavilion *Evening Service is a joint service. Adults, Youth and Children meet in the Adult Main Pavilion.
Lawanna McCoy, VBS Director
Thursday, June 12
8:15 -9:15 AM
Breakfast
Cafeteria
9:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Stellar VBS | Gym
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Lunch | Cafeteria
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Choir Rehearsal | Gym
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Activities | Gym
3:30 - 4:15 PM
Swim | Pool
Ages 7-12
4:15 - 5:00 PM
Swim | Pool
Ages 0-6
7:00 - 8:45 PM
Evening Service*
Adult Main Pavilion
*Evening Service is a joint service. Adults, Youth and Children meet in the Adult Main Pavilion.
Friday, June 13
8:15 -9:15 AM
Breakfast
Cafeteria
9:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Stellar VBS | Gym
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Lunch | Cafeteria
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Choir Rehearsal | Gym
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Activities | Gym
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Kids’ Kingdom
Rock Wall
Obstacle Course
Playground
Horseback Riding
Splash Pad
7:00 - 8:45 PM
Evening Service*
Adult Main Pavilion
Sabbath, June 14
8:15 -9:15 AM
Breakfast Cafeteria 10:00 AM
Stellar VBS Presentation
Adult Main Pavilion
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Children’s Church Gym Downstairs
Multi-Purpose Room
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Lunch | Cafeteria
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Boat Ride | Lake
*Evening Service is a joint service. Adults, Youth and Children meet in the Adult Main Pavilion.
See You Next Year!
Youth Schedule
Wednesday, June 11
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Registration | Welcome Center
Gym and Swimming
7:00 PM
Joint Evening Service
Adult Main Pavilion
9:00 PM
Gym and Swimming
Thursday, June 12
9:00 AM
Devotion | Amphitheater
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Community Service Activity
Oak Lodge Downstairs
Multi-Purpose Room
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Gym and Horseback Riding
7:00 PM
Joint Evening Service
Adult Main Pavilion
9:00 PM
Gym and Swimming
Friday, June 13
9:00 AM
Devotion | Amphitheater
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Community Service Activity
Oak Lodge Downstairs
Multi-Purpose Room
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Swimming and Lakefront Activities
Canoeing
Jet Skiing
7:00 PM
Joint Evening Service
Adult Main Pavilion
Sabbath, June 14
9:00 AM
Flag Raising Ceremony
Bible Bowl | Chapel 9:30 AM Sabbath School | Gym 11:00 AM
University Promotions | Gym 11:30 AM Worship Experience | Gym
3:00 PM
Bible Bowl | Chapel 4:30 PM
Pathfinder Assemble | Gym 5:30 PM Pathfinder Parade 7:00 PM Evening Concert
Fred Hammond, Gales Jones Murphy, SWRC Mass Choir, Stephen Manders & Decree 9:30 PM
Basketball Tournament | Gym
Pathfinder Drill Competition
| Adult Main Pavilion
65+ Adults
Friday, June 13
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Senior Luncheon Free Luncheon for Senior Adults (65+) with the Conference President.
Food Services First Aid | EMT
Cafeteria
8:15 - 9:15 AM
Breakfast
Thursday through Sunday 1:15 - 2:30 PM Lunch
Wednesday through Sabbath
Cedar Café
Singles’ Ministries
Saturday, June 14
9:00 PM
Game Night and Food Social Cafeteria
$10 per person
Office Hours
Daily
9 AM - Noon
2:00 - 5:30 PM
9:00 - 10:00 PM
2:00 - 6:00 PM Dinner
Thursday and Friday
9:00 - 11:00 PM Snack Bar
Wednesday and Thursday
Sunset + Snack Bar
Saturday
Exhibitors
Hope Channel Message Magazine
Oakwood University
Pine Forge Academy
Southwestern Adventist University
Texas ABC
For any medical or other emergency during office hours, please contact the Camp Meeting Office at 903.675.4876.
For after-hours medical emergencies, call 911 or go directly to the nearest urgent care facility:
East Texas Medical Center 2000 S. Palestine Street Athens, TX 75751
Phone 903.676.1000
Camp Address
Lone Star Camp 6829 FM-317 Athens, Texas 75752
Guest Speakers and Presenters
Dr. Abraham Jules is a dynamic evangelist, author, and international speaker originally from Trinidad. A fourthgeneration Seventh-day Adventist, he answered the call to ministry early in life and earned degrees in Theology and Business from Oakwood University, a Master of Divinity from Andrews University, and a Doctor of Ministry from United Theological Seminary. He has pastored several thriving congregations across New York and conducted evangelistic campaigns resulting in thousands of baptisms around the world. Currently, Dr. Jules serves as the President of the Atlantic Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, where he continues to lead with vision and purpose. He and his wife, Dr. Dominique Juste Jules, are the proud parents of two children.
Dr. Gina Spivey-Brown was recently appointed the 12th president of Oakwood University, making history as the first woman to lead the 129-year-old institution. A dynamic and accomplished higher education leader, Dr. Spivey-Brown currently serves as dean of Howard University’s College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences and brings over 20 years of administrative experience, including prior roles at Loma Linda University and Washington Adventist University. She holds a Ph.D., is a registered nurse, and has earned prestigious fellowships such as FAAN, FNAP, and FADLN. Nationally recognized for her contributions to healthcare education and equity, including receiving the 2023 Gold Award from the Arnold P. Gold Foundation, Dr. Spivey-Brown is known for expanding academic programs, securing major grants, and strengthening institutional excellence. She begins her presidency at Oakwood on July 1, 2025.
Pastor Taurus Montgomery is a dynamic motivational speaker and author of Set On Fire, whose powerful personal story has inspired thousands across the U.S. and abroad. Once entangled in a life of crime and poor choices, Pastor Montgomery experienced a dramatic transformation and went on to earn degrees from Oakwood University and Andrews University. He now passionately empowers student-athletes to overcome adversity and achieve excellence in school, sports, and life. With over 26,000 volunteer hours in community service, his message emphasizes leadership through service. Pastor Montgomery has spoken in over 50 schools across 20 states and several countries, igniting purpose and potential in the next generation. He currently serves as the Lead Pastor of Pioneer Community Church in the South Atlantic Conference and is a proud husband and father of three.
Pastor Claudia Allen is an award-winning professional whose diverse career spans academia, media, government, and nonprofit leadership—all grounded in her passion for education, social justice, and the humanities. She currently serves as the Assistant Pastor at the DuPont Park SDA Church in Washington, D.C., Director of Advancement at Maryland Humanities, and volunteers as Executive Director of Adventist Peace Fellowship. Claudia previously taught literature and writing at the University of Maryland, managed online content for MESSAGE Magazine, and led community outreach for the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity. Recognized among Maryland Daily Record’s 2023 Leading Women Under 40, she brings a wealth of experience in advocacy, communications, and racial equity training.
Dr. Ivan L. Williams, Sr. serves as Vice President of Strategy and Leadership for the North American Division of Seventhday Adventists, where he supports over 100 ministerial leaders and more than 4,000 pastors across Bermuda, Canada, the U.S., and the Guam-Micronesia Mission. A dedicated leader and pastor, he previously served as Ministerial Director for the Northern California Conference. Called to ministry at age 13, he holds degrees in Communications and Theology from Oakwood University, a Master of Divinity from Andrews University, and a Doctor of Ministry from Claremont School of Theology, where he focused on pastor burnout and renewal. His ministry has also included service as a California State Assembly Chaplain and as a Chaplain-Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force. A passionate communicator, Ivan enjoys preaching, mentoring, barbering, and promoting a Christ-centered life. He is blessed to share his journey with his wife Kathleen and their two children, Imani and Ivan II.
Michael Brown is the Director of Philanthropic Service for Institutions (PSI) for the North Amercian Division, where he helps organizations attract and retain mission-aligned donors through strategic communication, data analytics, and donor engagement. A seasoned philanthropic consultant and donor communications expert, Michael brings over 25 years of experience serving leading nonprofits such as Wycliffe Bible Translators, Mercy Ships, and Feeding America. He previously led Targeted Insights, a marketing consultancy he founded, and served as Senior Vice President at one of the nation’s largest faith-based advertising agencies. Michael has taught marketing at Webster University and the Christian Leadership Alliance’s Engstrom Institute, and is a sought-after national speaker on nonprofit brand strategy. He holds a B.A. in Mathematics & Computer Science from Oakwood University and an MBA in Marketing & Finance from Tulane University, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Leadership at Andrews University. Michael and his wife, Lauralee, are proud parents of four children and enjoy serving their community—he especially enjoys coaching Bible Bowl, writing poetry, and playing bass guitar.
Dr. Patrick Vincent is a seasoned minister of the gospel with over 40 years of dedicated service, known for his passion for evangelism, church growth, and community transformation. A native of Trinidad and Tobago, he felt called to ministry from an early age and pursued that calling by earning a Bachelor’s degree in Theology from Northern Caribbean University in Jamaica, a Master of Divinity from Andrews University Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Vanderbilt University School of Divinity. Throughout his ministry, Dr. Vincent has built churches and schools, founded the dynamic evangelistic initiative known as the Soul Winning Action Team (SWAT), and led thousands to baptism in Christ. He is joyfully married to Judy Williams, also of Trinidad and Tobago, and together they have committed their lives to faithful service in the cause of Christ.
Dr. Patrick & Denise Crarey, LCPC, have been happily married for forty-six years, successfully navigating the complexities of marriage. Dr. Crarey is a seasoned emergency medicine physician who serves as the Medical Director for Concentra in Prince George’s County, Maryland, while Mrs. Crarey is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a current doctoral candidate. In addition to maintaining her private practice, Mrs. Crarey oversees the outpatient behavioral health department in one of nine regions for the largest hospital system in Maryland. The presenters of numerous family ministries workshops across the United States in both public and private settings, Dr. and Mrs. Crarey seek to positively impact those seeking to improve their relationships. The Crareys have three adult children and are the proud grandparents of six grandchildren.
Dr. Regine Pierre-Antoine is a Haitian American leader, worship artist, and nursing professional who serves at Sinai Haitian SDA Church in Plantation, FL, alongside her husband, Pastor Arbentz Pierre-Antoine. A dynamic conference speaker and missionary, she founded Her Needs Ministries to mentor women spiritually, while also advancing the nursing profession as a board-certified specialist in Nursing Professional Development. Balancing her roles as wife, mother of three, singer, and educator, she draws strength from Isaiah 54:17, living out her faith with resilience and purpose.
Guest Musicians
7:00 PM
Saturday Evening Concert
Main Pavilion
Fred Hammond, Gales Jones Murphy, SWRC Mass Choir, Stephen Manders & Decree
Le’Andria Johnson
Fred Hammond Myron Butler
Gale Jones Murphy
Stephen Manders & Decree
Camp Meeting T-shirts
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