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He works with CCD to plant new churches, as well as helping our existing churches grow and thrive. Rev. Carson's third area of responsibility is the encouragement of church partnerships with state and regional associations.

John received his undergraduate (BA) degree from St. Olaf College, majoring in psychology and religion; his graduate (M. Div.) degree from United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, and a post-graduate (S. T. M.) degree from Yale Divinity School.  Prior to coming to the NA office, he served as member / chairman of the Missionary Society, the Spiritual Resources Commission and CCD. Ordained in 1982, he was active in many state and regional associations serving NA churches in Michigan, Connecticut, Washington and Illinois.

John and his wife Susan reside in Franklin, WI. They have three children: Amanda, a senior at St. Olaf College; Joshua, a senior at Franklin High School; and Susannah, an eighth grade student at Forest Park Middle School.

When not in the office, John enjoys time with family and friends, traveling, reading, music, biking and exercise.

Rev. John Carson
Associate Executive Secretary
Director of Missions, Congregational Church Development and Regional/State Associations

Rev. Carson is the newest member of our executive staff, arriving in August of 2003, to assume his duties as Associate Executive Secretary for Missions, Church Development, Church Services, and State and Regional Partnerships.  He assists the Missionary Society in tending their domestic and international mission projects and encourages new models of mission work among our churches.