Dr. Zephon Lister

Zephon Lister, PhD, LMFT is a Professor and the Director of the PhD Program in Systems, Families, and Couples in the Department of Counseling and Science in the School of Behavioral Health at Loma Linda University. His clinical and research interests have focused on the recursive influences of family relationships and chronic health conditions, the integration of behavioral health into health care settings, with particular interest in addressing these concerns in underserved and minority populations. Internationally, he has examined how to use task-shifting as a capacity building strategy for mental health in several regions of Africa. Clinically, he is the coordinator of integrated behavioral health services for the Loma Linda Sickle Cell Disease Center.

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Dr. Zephon Lister will be on the Mental Health Sabbath School Panel.

Dr. Andrea King

Award-winning speaker and writer, Dr. Andrea King has been preaching since she was fourteen years old. Her ministry has taken her throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Caribbean, the Philippines, and the continent of Africa; preaching and equipping people for a life of victory.

Dr. Wesley Knight

Dr. Wesley Knight is the Founder and Lead Pastor of the Revision Atlanta Church in Atlanta, GA. He has successfully pastored in Florida, California, and Georgia. Dr. Knight also served as a full-time Assistant Professor of Preaching and Religion at Oakwood University.

Maranda Curtis is a renowned American gospel singer and worship leader born on August 4, 1979, in Miami, Florida, known for her Billboard-chart-topping live albums and distinct praise and worship style. Raised in a musical family, she transitioned from a background in R&B and jazz to become a prominent voice in gospel music, serving in ministries like John P. Kee's New Life City of Praise and leading worship at Potter's House.

Elizabeth “Pastor Liz” Adams is a pastor, preacher, and mentor passionate about helping people experience the grace of God in real and practical ways.

Seth Yelorda is a pastor, speaker, and leadership coach with a heart for helping people live with clarity, purpose, and bold faith. Over the past two decades, he has served congregations across the country, including pastorates in the South Central Conference in Mississippi and Tennessee, Compton Community Church in LA County, Relove Church in Orange County, and Mt. Rubidoux Church in Riverside, California.

Regina Nicole is the founder of The Power Palette, a creative healing ecosystem designed to support individuals navigating grief, transition, and burnout. Through experiences like Paint & Heal, she curates therapeutic spaces for those who pour into others but often neglect themselves—helping them process emotions, reconnect with themselves and others, and release what they’ve been carrying through creativity.

Hermond Palmer is Vice President of outreach and inclusion at the National Foundation for Credit Counseling. He is a classically trained, results-oriented senior marketing executive with extensive experience driving innovative programs that enhance shareholder value.

LaTanya S. Greer is a dedicated estate planning attorney at LSG Legal, and is passionate about helping families protect their assets and build strong foundations for future generations. A Whittier Law School graduate, LaTanya discovered her calling after recognizing the vital need for family legal education.

Taji began his ministry journey within the Southeastern California Conference as a summer camp staff videographer in 2018 before serving as Media Specialist for the Youth Department.

Kirk R. Nugent uses his expertise in the ever-changing, technological world to empower content entrepreneurs to gain visibility and expanded reach through online video.

Dr. David Richardson

Dr. David Richardson, Jr. is a seasoned leader, educator, and speaker with a passion for spiritual growth, leadership development, and church revitalization. He currently serves as Conference Evangelist for the Southeastern California Conference, where he focuses on church growth, retention, and discipleship.

Kymone Hinds is the visionary behind Monetize Your Ministry. With a Bachelor's degree in business, a Masters of Divinity and 15 years of pastoral experience, Kymone uniquely bridges the gap between ministry and the marketplace. He is passionate about helping believers convert their God-given talents, expertise, and experiences into ventures that are both income-generating and impactful. Through his work, Kymone has guided hundreds of individuals to uncover their unique gifts and transform them into meaningful offerings for the world. Beyond his professional endeavors, Kymone is a dedicated husband to Kerine and father to three entrepreneurial children, embodying the belief that ministry extends beyond church walls into every facet of life.

Pastor Samuel Baker serves as Youth Pastor at San Bernardino Community SDA Church and Music Director at Life Empowerment Church, where he is deeply committed to helping the next generation encounter God in authentic and transformative ways.

Dr. Lori Barker

Dr. Lori Barker is a professor in the Psychology Department at Cal Poly Pomona. She received her B.A. in psychology from Yale University and her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UCLA. Dr. Barker is also a licensed clinical psychologist with a private teletherapy practice in California.

Dr. Zephon Lister

Zephon Lister, PhD, LMFT is a Professor and the Director of the PhD Program in Systems, Families, and Couples in the Department of Counseling and Science in the School of Behavioral Health at Loma Linda University.

Dr. Bridgette Peteet

Dr. Bridgette Peteet (Dr. Bridge) is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Loma Linda University and a California Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and criminal justice from Kent State University and a master’s and doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Cincinnati.