Dr. S. Joseph Kidder carries a story unlike almost anyone you'll ever meet. Born in Nineveh, Iraq, he came to faith as a young man in a small Adventist church — a decision that cost him dearly, as he was beaten and expelled from his family for his newfound belief. That experience forged in him a faith that has fueled more than two decades of teaching at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University, where he specializes in church growth, evangelism, and pastoral leadership.

A pastor for 20 years before joining the seminary, Joe is the author of more than 13 books translated into eight languages, and is known on the Andrews campus for his daily walks — rarely alone, always ministering to whoever joins him along the way. He also hosts Church Talk, a podcast featuring conversations with theologians, pastors, and church leaders on theology, community, and practical ministry through an Adventist lens.

We are honored to have him bring his Friday and Sabbath messages to camp meeting. Come ready for a word that goes deep.

Mollie Dupper is the incoming chaplain at Union Adventist University and a pastor whose ministry has taken her from classrooms and youth groups to young adult communities and the senior pulpit. A 2014 Union graduate with a master's in pastoral ministry from Andrews University, she has served in schools and churches across Tennessee, Florida, and Colorado — most recently as associate pastor at Boulder Church.In every setting, Mollie's approach has been the same: servant leadership, prayerful attention to unmet needs, and creating space for people to grow in their walk with Jesus.

Join her each morning for devotionals that are honest, warm, and grounded in the grace of a God who meets us right where we are.