by Enoc Garcia, Washington Conference communication director
Washington Conference Executive Committee Selects Randy Maxwell as President
We are pleased to announce that on October 20, 2026, the Washington Conference Executive Committee voted to appoint Pastor Randy Maxwell as the next president of the Washington Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
The selection followed a prayerful process guided by the conference’s Constitution and Bylaws and coordinated with the North Pacific Union Conference. Pastors, teachers, principals, conference staff, church head elders, Board of Education members and Executive Committee members were invited to share the qualities and priorities they hoped to see in the next president and recommend names for consideration.
Throughout the process, a common desire emerged for a leader of prayer and integrity who listens well, is present in local churches and schools, and is committed to reaching western Washington with the gospel. Pastor Maxwell received strong support from every group surveyed, and the Executive Committee affirmed that support with its vote.
“We are grateful for every pastor, educator, and church leader who prayed and shared their hopes for the future of the Washington Conference,” said Erik VanDenburgh, vice president for administration of the North Pacific Union Conference, who led the search process.
Since Doug Bing’s departure to the North Pacific Union Conference, Pastor Maxwell, who serves as vice president for administration, has stepped in to provide interim leadership for the Washington Conference during this time of transition. Pastor Maxwell holds a Master of Pastoral Ministry degree from Andrews University, and brings decades of experience in pastoral ministry, publishing, communication and prayer ministries. An author of nine books, he has a deep passion for helping people experience the transforming power of prayer.
“I am humbled by the committee’s support and honored to serve my Lord and this great conference as its president,” said Pastor Maxwell after accepting the call. “God has blessed this conference to accomplish great things, and by His grace, we will accomplish even greater things for the Kingdom as we continue to trust in Him.”
As we begin this new chapter, we invite our Washington Conference family to join us in praying for Pastor Maxwell, his wife, Suzette, and their family.