Susan Schwarz, Associate Director of Children's Ministries and

                                      Sabbath School Department                                            

Susan Schwarz has been sharing her love for children for more than 20 years in the Central California Conference.  The  department regularly provides Leadership Training sessions to equip the local churches leaders to  reach the precious children in their areas. Children's ministries specialist's from across North America are invited to present instruction with the most current and effective child evangelism methods.

The second primary focus of Susan's ministry is planning and conducting programs for 0-12 year old campers during Soquel Camp Meeting. The creative, Bible-centered programs the children experience each summer are the result of much prayer, and the dedication of more than 55 adults,  plus 35-40 Bible workers and teens staff. "The hours of planning, praying and hard work are all worth it when I see the children's excitement as they learn the wonderful Bible stories and discover that Jesus is their Best Friend," says Susan.

"Praise the LORD for this opportunity for this ministry, giving HIM all the glory. She adds "It is amazing to see how God blesses and cares about every detail of this ministry. I am privileged and blessed to work with our LORD to share HIS truth with others.

At a personal level Susan's family have been actively involved in local church children's ministries, including Branch Sabbath Schools, community service, various programs for children such as Vacation Bible Schools, and  for children's outreach. The Schwarz's have five children and six grandchildren.

Susan's favorite scriptures are:

"I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

"I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to give you a hope and future." Jeremiah 29:11