Below is our interview with Jeremy Serrato from Advent Age Mission, discussing the upcoming Reformation Day Camp Meeting scheduled for October 31 to November 2, 2025, in Haleyville, Alabama. In this interview, Jeremy shares the vision, purpose, and spiritual goals behind the event, highlighting how this special weekend aims to inspire revival, deepen faith, and renew commitment to the principles of the Reformation in today’s world.
Advent Messenger: Brother Jeremy Serrato, you always hold a Reformation Camp Meeting on the weekend closest to October 31. Why is that date important to you, and what does it symbolize for your ministry?
Jeremy Serrato: We hold the Reformation Camp Meeting near October 31 because that is the date Martin Luther famously nailed his 95 Theses to the church door in 1517, sparking the Protestant Reformation. That act was a protest against error, superstition, and abuse in the Church, calling people back to Scripture and the gospel.
Today, October 31 still carries spiritual significance. While the world celebrates fear, darkness, and death through Halloween, we see it as a battlefield for truth. By meeting at this time, we continue the Reformation spirit—turning away from ritual, fear, and pagan influences, and standing for Scripture, Christ, and liberty of conscience. For many in the church, October 31 feels confusing, and we provide a biblically grounded, family-friendly alternative that honors God and teaches His truth.
Advent Messenger: By choosing this particular time of year, what message or spiritual emphasis do you hope to impress on those who attend?
Jeremy Serrato: This weekend is about preparing God’s people to stand firmly in a world where religious liberty is being steadily eroded. Today, many experience mandates, censorship, and pressure to compromise conscience—whether in vaccination requirements, restrictions on worship, or other reasons. The Reformation reminds us that standing for truth and liberty isn’t optional; it’s essential. Just as the Reformers risked everything to return the Church to Scripture, we too must be ready to defend God’s Word and the freedoms He grants us.
At the same time, we provide families and children a safe, meaningful alternative to the fear, superstition, and darkness that dominate October 31. By exposing the hidden pagan and ritualistic roots of Halloween and offering fun and safe activities like campfire gatherings, hayrides, and songs, we show that standing for truth can be engaging, joyful, and life-giving.
In short, the weekend impresses three core truths: darkness and fear are real, religious liberty is under threat, and the Reformation is not just history—it’s a call to act today. It equips both adults and children to stand boldly in truth, embrace Scripture, and experience faith full of conviction, purpose, and hope.
Advent Messenger: Who are some of the featured speakers for this year’s meetings, and what themes or topics will they be addressing?
Jeremy Serrato: Our speakers this year include:
• Scott Ritsema—Director of Belt of Truth Ministries, known for his Media on the Brain series exposing occult influence in media. He’s a teacher, historian, and advocate for religious freedom, and he’s also on the board of Liberty and Health Alliance, providing resources for medical and religious exemptions.
• Jonathan Zirkle—Lawyer and religious liberty advocate, recognized for standing at the 2022 General Conference for freedom of conscience regarding vaccinations. He is also on the board of Liberty and Health Alliance.
• Pastor David Cuke—Advocates for religious liberty; faced persecution and lost his pastoral position in New York for supporting open discussion and freedom of conscience.
• Jay Cameron—A lawyer, dedicated to protecting religious and constitutional freedoms in legal cases across Canada.
Topics covered:
• Hidden roots and rituals behind Halloween—pagan festivals, medieval Catholic ritualism, and spiritualism.
• Why the Reformation matters today: Scripture as supreme, faith in Christ alone, standing for liberty of conscience amid censorship.
• Prophecy, last-days movements, and how believers can prepare.
• Family and children’s programming: safe activities built on truth, not fear.
This creates a mix of historical, theological, practical, and family-oriented themes.
Advent Messenger: What time do the meetings begin each day, and how is the weekend program typically structured?
Jeremy Serrato: The weekend runs from Friday, October 31, at 5 pm through Sunday after lunch, at 2585 Co Rd 20, Haleyville, AL 35565.
Children’s programming is fully integrated so families can participate in safe activities built around truth, not fear.
Typical structure:
• Friday afternoon: arrival, camp-out setup, informal welcome, vespers, and two presentations.
• Saturday: morning sessions, worship, lunch, children’s games, hayrides, songs, campfire gathering with vegetarian hotdogs & s’mores.
• Sunday: breakfast, final teaching session, wrap-up, lunch, cave hike, then departure.
Advent Messenger: For those who would like to participate, attend, or share the event with others, where can they find more information or register?
Jeremy Serrato: More information is available on our website: https://www.adventagemissions.com/
You can also message us at (817) 344‑9955 or follow updates, photos, and registration details on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076164157357
We will also livestream on YouTube. Subscribe and view here: https://www.youtube.com/@adventagemissions1898
In-person reservations are suggested but not required. Everything is free. Share with friends, children’s groups, and small groups—we want this message to reach all who are ready to stand.
Advent Messenger: Looking back over the years, how have you seen the Lord bless these Reformation Camp Meetings?
Jeremy Serrato: The Lord has blessed this gathering in many ways:
• Hearts awakened: attendees recognize the difference between fear-based rituals and genuine faith, stepping into new freedom.
• Families impacted: children enjoy safe, truth-based camp activities, and parents see a renewed understanding of true faith.
• Connections formed: believers who are serious about living the mission of AdventAge: “training grounds for the 144,000 … to proclaim the three angels’ messages.”
• Immersive experience: the campout allows fellowship, rest, reflection, and challenge beyond one-hour sermons.
In short, what could be a simple theme event has become a movement of conviction, sacrificial readiness, and hopeful reformation.
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