OUR ELDERS
Born in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Elder Samuel was called into God’s service at an early age. Over the years, he has served the church in various capacities and remain committed to laboring faithfully in the Lord’s vineyard until His return. His desire is to lead his family and God’s church into a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Christ, ultimately preparing them for His Kingdom. His motto is, “Not I, but Christ,” inspired by Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Elder Cordel Samuel - First Elder
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Elder Duncan was baptized in 1961 at the Hagley Park Seventh-day Adventist Church. Very quickly he began serving as a literature evangelist in Jamaica and the Bahamas. After migrating to the United States in 1969, he transferred his membership to the Berea Seventh-day Adventist Church in Boston and was elected to serve as an Elder in 1970. Following his relocation to Central Florida in 2003, he continued serving as an Elder and in various church leadership roles. He has been married to his wife, Patricia, for over 50 years. His life is dedicated to serving the Lord and leading others to Christ through evangelism.
Elder William Duncan
Elder Hinds believes God calls every believer into His body to establish a saving relationship with Christ and to cultivate meaningful fellowship within the church. It is her privilege to serve as an Elder at the Poinciana Seventh-day Adventist Church, where she has served in several ministries, including Sabbath School, Children’s Ministry, Education, and many more. Guided by a biblical model of servant leadership and the work of the Holy Spirit, her ministry is rooted in equipping believers, strengthening the body of Christ, and fostering spiritual growth through discipleship, unity, and service. Her desire is to lead God’s people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ, giving all glory to God.
Elder Jacqueline Hinds
Elder Dionne began attending Faith Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hartford, Connecticut, in 1980 and was baptized in 1981. Over the years, he has served the church in numerous leadership roles, including Deacon, Head Deacon, Men’s Ministries Leader, and many more. He also served as President for Prison Ministries for the Northeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Elder Dionne currently serves as the Personal Ministries Leader and is a dedicated Sabbath School teacher. He is committed to working with the Holy Spirit to advance God’s Kingdom and remains a humble servant of Christ. His favorite hymn is “Blessed Assurance”, and his favorite scripture is John 14:1–3.
Elder Daniel Dionne
Elder Davy is a faithful servant of the Lord since 1967, he was baptized at Robin’s Hall Seventh-day Adventist Church in Manchester, Jamaica, where he served in multiple leadership roles, including Elder. After migrating to New York City in 1981, he worshiped at the Bronx Seventh-day Adventist Church for 36 years, serving in various ministries with a strong focus on in-reach, guided by Galatians 6:10. Since relocating to Central Florida, in 2017, he has been a member of the Poinciana Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he has served in many leadership roles and now faithfully serves as an Elder.
Elder Nelson Davy
Elder Wint is a third-generation Seventh-day Adventist, was born in Jamaica, and has served the church in various leadership roles, including AY Leader, Deacon, Sabbath School Teacher, and Elder. After migrating to the United States in 1974, he worshiped at Brooklyn Temple Seventh-day Adventist Church. In 2013, he relocated to Central Florida, and became a member of the Poinciana Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he continues to serve faithfully as an Elder. Now retired, he remains committed to leading God’s people in both the church and community at large. Elder Wint is dedicated to living a Christ-centered life through the guidance of the Holy Spirit as he awaits the Lord’s return.
Elder Dynesdal Wint
Elder Findley is a retired, board-certified Diagnostic Radiologist, who practiced medicine for 38 years in the subspecialties of Interventional Radiology and Cosmetic Medicine. He has held many church leadership roles, including sitting on the North American Division Breath of Life board. Elder Findley is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, he has participated in many international mission efforts, including work in mainland China and Japan, supporting evangelistic training and house church ministries that led many souls to Christ. His life continues to reflect a deep commitment to service, evangelism, and advancing God’s Kingdom.
Elder Alfonso Findley
Born in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Elder C.R. Cadet developed a passion for God’s work and the study of His Word at an early age. He has a deep commitment to youth, education, and communication ministries and has served the church in various leadership roles including Deacon, Youth Director, Assistant Family Life Director, and many more. He currently serves as Head of the Communication Ministry at the Poinciana Seventh-day Adventist Church. Elder C.R. believes that serving the Lord is the greatest decision one can make, and his foremost desire is to be saved with his family while faithfully serving God to the best of his ability.
Elder C.R. Cadet
Elder Claudette Dionne was born into a Seventh-day Adventist home in Jamaica and is a proud product of Christian education. She developed a love for the Lord and church involvement at an early age. She has served faithfully in numerous ministries, including Pathfinder, Sabbath School, Family Life, Community Services, and many more. She is actively involved in music ministry, having participated in praise teams and continuing to render solo selections during worship services. She currently serves as Personal Ministries Secretary, Community Services Secretary, and is a part of many more ministries. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, her desire is to serve as a humble servant leader and to honor God in every aspect of her life.
Elder Claudette Dionne
Elder Green embraced the Seventh-day Adventist faith after discovering the biblical truth of the Sabbath, and through diligent study of the word she became fully convinced of its significance. Since then, she has committed her life to faithful service, continual study of scripture, and active involvement in the church. Elder Green has served in various ministries, including Sabbath School, Health Ministry, Church Clerk, and many more. Grateful for God’s mercy and grace, her desire is to remain faithful as she awaits Christ’s return.
Elder Inez Green
Born in St. Catherine, Jamaica, Elder Lewis was convicted of the Sabbath message at the age of eleven and was baptized into the Seventh-day Adventist Church in 2008 at the Oracabessa Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was called to ministry, serving first as a Deacon and later as an Elder. He currently serves as an Elder and Prayer Ministries Director at the Poinciana Seventh-day Adventist Church. His mission is to maintain a heart for God and to serve faithfully in His work.
Elder Desroy Lewis
Elder James is a proud second‑generation Seventh‑day Adventist who has been active in church ministry since his teenage years, serving as both a musician and a Sabbath School teacher. Over the years, he has faithfully served as a church elder, participated in Bible study seminars, and taken on various leadership roles within the church. His ministry experience includes service in Family Life, previous leadership as chairman of a church school board, and he currently serves as the head of Men’s Ministry. Elder James counts it a privilege to serve the Lord as he faithfully awaits Christ’s return.