Synergy 2025: Full Schedule

9:00am CDT

Opening Session

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

TBA

Kick off Synergy with an inspiring opening session with General Secretary of the Assemblies of God Donna Barrett

Speakers

Donna Barrett

General Secretary, Assemblies of God

Donna Barrett has served as general secretary of the Assemblies of God since 2018. Prior to her present position, Barrett was a church planter, serving as founder and lead pastor of Rockside Church in Independence, Ohio. Following seven years as a paralegal, Barrett became a credentialed... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

General Session

10:15am CDT

Building Men through Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Consistency

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Guys, are you ready to get real? Learn strategies to minister to men and see real results. It's time we drop the facade and learn to be vulnerable and authentic.

Speakers

Brett Adams

Campus Pastor, Faith Church Huron

Brett and his wife, Hillary live in Sandusky with their 4-year-old daughter, Nina. Brett joined Faith Church, Sandusky in 2020 and fully committed his family to the Huron campus launch in June 2024. He has been in and around ministry for several years and is passionate about helping... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Adult & Next Gen

10:15am CDT

Marketplace Discipleship Making - Chick-fil-A Style

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

This session will be led by Chick-fil-a Owner/Operator Brian Siktberg and Operations Director Calib Turner, as they share their strategies on raising up leaders in the marketplace who not only experience the ability to expand their skill set but experience overall care. They strive to help each member of their team become the best member of themselves by providing intentional discipleship and hands on training.

Speakers

Brian Siktberg

Born and raised in Anderson, IN. Studied at Milligan College, Anderson University, Anderson Theological Seminary, and Huntington College. Brian is married to Jill Siktberg they have been married for 24 years and have 2 children, Will (20) and Addie (17). Brian was a youth pastor for... Read More →

Calib Turner

Calib Turner, originally from New Jersey, brings over 10 years of nonprofit experience. Upon receiving his B.A. in Practical Theology from Southeastern University he has served in a wide range of capacities managing systems, teams, and personnel. First as a Sports Pastor in Naperville... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Health

10:15am CDT

Breakout Bundle

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Do you struggle to pick just 4 sessions to attend because there are too many good choices? Then the breakout bundle is for you! In this session, we will cover 6 hot topics applicable to every church or ministry. Topics include: crisis management/disaster response, effective project management, time management/productivity, building resilience in your staff, staff engagement, and team dynamics.

Speakers

Amy Parsell

Network Operations Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Jeff Parsell

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Operations

10:15am CDT

Social Media Roundtable: Creating Content, Current Trends, & More

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Ask questions about current trends, best practices, and get clarity as you start or grow your social media presence.

Speakers

Derrick Smith

Creative Pastor, Simple Church

Christ-follower, husband, father, Pastor, artist, creative, and bearded wonder. Derrick wears many hats (literally & metaphorically), but none more important than a bridge between a person and their creative calling. “let's bring something beautiful into the world.”

Jackie Kibby

Communications Director, Faith Church, Sandusky

I am a credentialed minister. I am the classic story of how God qualifies the called. Being in the creative field was never on my radar, but it was on Gods and so here I am! I walked into this creative world only knowing how to post on my own social media to now creating, editing... Read More →

DeAndre Patrick

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Communications

10:15am CDT

A Tale of Two Gods: Reconciling the Jesus of the New Testament with the God of the Old

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

How can a humble, compassionate, forgiving Jesus say, “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father,” yet the Father of the Old Testament seems to be a pro-slavery, jealous, genocidal, misogynistic God? This is a legitimate question with a legitimate answer. In this session, we will explore this topic equipping you and the leaders in your church to respond to this question with confidence.

Speakers

Steve Brannan

Great Lakes Area Director, Chi Alpha

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Cultural Conversations

10:15am CDT

Disciple-Making for Everyday People

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

All of us who are followers of Christ have been given the Commission to go and make disciples. Anyone, anywhere, anytime can find a person of peace and disciple them. This session will discuss practical steps and resources to help us all to make disciples that make disciples.

Speakers

Jaryd Motsinger

Work Therapy Director, Cincinnati Challenge Ranch

Jaryd is on staff at the Cincinnati Challenge Ranch where he disciples men to Christ struggling with addiction and other life controlling issues. He serves at Summit City Church in Montgomery in mobilizing prayer, evangelism and discipleship. He has a passion to see all believers... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Engage Community

10:15am CDT

Ministering to the Whole Person & the Whole World as an International Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

How do international churches position themselves to effectively make disciples amongst their own people group as well as their neighbor? How can pastors of International churches effectively care for the many needs of 1st generation immigrants? Learn best practices for ministering to the whole person and whole world.

Speakers

Petros Yefru

220 William Taft Rd, Peoples Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

International Ministries

10:15am CDT

Taking the "Overwhelm" Out of Planning & Executing a Kids Event

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Whether you are a new plant, a thriving church, or one that is looking for fresh ideas, planning a community event for families can be overwhelming! In this session, there will be planning tips, budget help and community engagement discussions that will give you encouragement and insight in planning future events.

Speakers

Carianne Prior

Executive Pastor of Family Ministries, New Life Church

Carianne Prior felt a call to ministry at an early age at a PennDel Camp. She has been in ministry for nearly 20 years and has had the privilege of ministering alongside her husband, Eric, for the majority of that time. Together with their daughters Lily and Emery, they just celebrated... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Kidmin

10:15am CDT

(Lead Pastors Only) Building TEAMS: Trust, Equip, Assess, Manage, & Serve

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

We're better together, so come learn with other lead pastors how to more effectively build healthy ministry teams in every area of your church.

Speakers

Christa Lund

Adult and NextGen Ministries Director, Ohio Ministry Network

I'm the Director of Adult and NextGen Ministries and my husband Dan is the Assistant Superintendent.

Dan Lund

Ohio Ministry Network Assistant Superintendent

Dan Lund is the Assistant Superintendent for the Ohio Ministry Network, and has served in a variety of ministries for over 3 decades. His wife Christa serves as the Adult & NextGen Ministries Director and they have 4 married daughters with 7 grandkids, all serving in full-time ministry... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Lead Pastors Only

10:15am CDT

Best Practices for Sermon Preparation

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

In this session, we'll explore proven methods for crafting impactful sermons, from study techniques to effective message structuring. Gain practical tools to streamline your preparation process and deliver sermons that resonate with your congregation.

Speakers

Chad Gilligan

Lead Pastor, Calvary AG

Chad Gilligan is a husband to Rhonda and father to Clayton, Carissa and Evan. For the last 26 years, he has been privileged to serve at Calvary Church in Maumee, Ohio, first as Children’s Pastor and currently as Lead Pastor. Calvary is a multi-generational church of faith-filled... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Leader Development

10:15am CDT

Supporting the Call to Missions

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Feeling called to missions or know someone who is? This session is designed to equip both individuals and church leaders with practical steps for answering the call. We'll explore what it looks like to support those stepping into missions, how to nurture emerging leaders, and the process of transitioning from the church or marketplace into full-time missions work. Whether you're discerning your own call, guiding someone else, or seeking to raise up missionaries within your church, this session will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you take the next step in advancing God’s kingdom globally.

Speakers

Carlos Hernandez

Carlos Hernandez has served as Lead Pastor of The Rock Church in Oregon, OH for 16 years. As He engaged in His faith community he was a member of the board for Water For Ishmael, a ministry that teaches English and helps internationals integrate into the Toledo area through the love... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Missions Partnership

10:15am CDT

New Credentials Orientation Session 1

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Please note: YOU MUST ATTEND NCO PART 1 AND NCO PART 2. NCO is for anyone who is interested in obtaining first-time credentials or who is new to the Ohio Ministry Network. We explore the credential process, educational requirements, as well as the roles and responsibilities of being a minister.

Speakers

Josh Willaford

Leader Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Josh Willaford is the Director of Leader Development and Network Secretary for the Ohio Ministry Network. In this role, he oversees ministerial credentialing, ministerial development, the SEU Ohio Regional Campus, the Ohio School of Ministry, and the adult and nextgen ministry departments... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

New Credentials Orientation

10:15am CDT

Worship Song Writing

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

Many worship leaders and teams desire to create songs that are specifically for their house of worship. In this session we will explore keys to writing well as an individual and as a team.

Speakers

Lincoln Williams

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Worship

10:15am CDT

Developing a Boy's Ministry in Your Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

TBA

We will walk you through creating an engaging boys' ministry within your church. We'll explore practical strategies for building a program that fosters spiritual growth, encourages positive peer relationships, and addresses the unique needs and interests of the young men in your church.

Speakers

Kyle Zeid

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Youth Ministry

11:30am CDT

Putting the "Personal" in Personal Evangelism

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

How do we use our gifts and personality to touch a broken world? In this session, Dan and Christa will discuss a variety of personalities in scripture and how they were effectively used to personally reach the lost.

Speakers

Christa Lund

Adult and NextGen Ministries Director, Ohio Ministry Network

I'm the Director of Adult and NextGen Ministries and my husband Dan is the Assistant Superintendent.

Dan Lund

Ohio Ministry Network Assistant Superintendent

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Health

11:30am CDT

Church around the Table - Dinner Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Speakers

Carl Bauchspiess

Dinner Church Director, OCMN

I’m an old Jesus freak from the 70s. After a career in the USAF, I was licensed in the Assemblies of God in 1995. Ive pastored in South Dakota, Youngstown Ohio, and Wisconsin. I’m currently the Dinner Church Director for the Ohio Ministries Network, helping to start dinner churches... Read More →

Ryan & Jennifer Little

Lead Pastor, Hope Hill

We’re Ryan & Jen Little and we have two sons - Carson & Jase. Together, we have the privilege of leading Hope Hill. We love getting the opportunity to serve and enjoy a hot meal with friends and neighbors each week. But Hope Hill is more than just a meal it's a family reunion! Every... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Multiplication

11:30am CDT

The Compassionate Response to the Abortion Issue

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

This breakout session will help you understand the deep impact abortion has on the local church. This workshop will help you move away from politics being our only response, to a proactive compassionate response to this issue. God's Word tells us life is precious, life is revered, and that He loves life. You will learn of resources available for you to bring heart change to your church and community. You can help make abortion unthinkable, even before it is illegal in all 50 states.

Speakers

Jack Harper

Men’s Director, US Missionary - SaveOne

Sheila Harper

Founder and President, SaveOne

Sheila Harper is the Founder and President of SaveOne, a global outreach ministry helping men, women, and families recover after abortion. She holds a Master’s degree in biblical counseling, is a certified mental health coach with the American Association of Christian Counselors... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Cultural Conversations

11:30am CDT

Love Your City: Practical Ways to Impact Your Community with the Gospel

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

How well do you love your city? If your church moved to another location, would your city miss you? Would they notice? The tips and ideas from this session will be especially beneficial to those needing to stretch a budget. Many takeaways would also be ideal for small group serve opportunities. Become a church your city can't live without!

Speakers

Kelly Zimmerman

Executive Director, Mission 516

I was recently introduced as "lover of Jesus" and while I'll share a little more during our session, that is all I would ever really want anyone to know. I have served on church boards, lead teams, church staffs, non-profit boards - my most favorite roles are disciple-maker, wife... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Engage Community

11:30am CDT

Panel Discussion on Foster Care Ministry

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Join this panel of pastors as they discuss and answer questions around foster care ministry in their church.

Speakers

Greg Glodkowski

Lead Pastor, Chester Christian Center A/G

Greg is the lead pastor at Chester Christian Center A/G in Chesterland, Ohio since 2016. Prior to becoming lead pastor, Greg was a youth pastor for over 21 years with the last 18 years at Chester Christian Center A/G in Chesterland, Ohio. He is married and has two children. In his... Read More →

Jordan Biel

Lead Pastor, Rock of Grace

Jordan Biel is the lead pastor of Rock of Grace, a church passionate about leading people to follow Jesus together and on mission to transform Trumbull county for Jesus! 2005 to 2017, he served under his dad and traveled extensively leading worship and preaching. Jordan's worship... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Father's Heart Foster Care Ministry

11:30am CDT

Communication Protocols

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

How we say what we say matters in ministry every day. When the media is on your church doorstep, that is not the time to decide who will speak on behalf of your organization and what to say. What the receptionist says to an incoming caller can either throw gas on a fire or de-escalate an explosive situation. You get to choose. Is there a time NOT to pray with someone? Is “no comment” the answer to give a media request? When can your words be used against your organization in litigation? When is texting or other communication confidential? Should an anonymous letter be dropped in the shredder? Come tidy up your communication skills and help your team do the same.

Speakers

Donna Barrett

General Secretary, Assemblies of God

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

General Session

11:30am CDT

Understanding Trauma

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Understanding the short-term and long-term effects of trauma for individuals and the best ways to respond to behaviors that are triggered by trauma.

Speakers

Jamie Baxter

Jamie and her husband Tom live in Cincinnati, Ohio and have 3 children Ellie (20), Luke (17), and Ava (14) and have served in full-time ministry for the past 22 years. Jamie is a licensed clinical mental health clinician and has served in community mental health agencies specializing... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Kidmin

11:30am CDT

(Lead Pastors Only) Adapting Kingdom Builders for Your Church Setting

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Explore with other lead pastors ways to adapt Kingdom Builders for your church to increase giving and generosity.

Speakers

TJ Wolfe

Lead Pastor, Multiply Church

TJ is a husband to Betsy and father to Julian and Levi. For the last 20 years of full-time ministry he has served in almost all areas of church leadership. He has been a Kids Pastor, Outreach Pastor, Small Groups Pastor, Dream Center Director, and more. He currently serves as... Read More →

Chad Gilligan

Lead Pastor, Calvary AG

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Lead Pastors Only

11:30am CDT

Fueling and Sustaining Passion on Your Team

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Discover key approaches to maintaining gospel-driven urgency, spiritual enthusiasm, and consistent motivation in your ministry team. This session will help you create a culture that keeps your team inspired and committed to their purpose.

Speakers

Angel Porubsky

Lead Pastor, Radiant Life Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Leader Development

11:30am CDT

Mission Trip Leader Training

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Are you called to lead a mission trip? This session is designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed to successfully prepare for and lead a team with a heart focused on serving others. From practical trip planning and logistics to cultivating a servant-hearted mindset, we’ll cover key steps to ensure your trip is impactful and spiritually enriching for both your team and those you serve. Whether you're a first-time leader or a seasoned one, this training will help you lead with purpose, humility, and effectiveness.

Speakers

Stacy Petty

Ohio Missions Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Stacy was called into ministry at church camp when she was only in elementary school. Her love to serve the lost really took off in high school and college when she traveled all over the world during short-term missions trips as well as within the United States. In 2013, Stacy left... Read More →

Matt Sullivan

Youth & Missions Pastor, Radiant Life Church

Matt Sullivan is a Youth and Missions Pastor serving at Radiant Life Church in Dublin, OH. Along with his wife, Kathryn, Matt seeks to spur on missions DNA throughout the Body they serve through prayer initiatives, leading trips, organizing missions emphasis Sundays and conventions... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Missions Partnership

11:30am CDT

New Credentials Orientation Session 2

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Speakers

Josh Willaford

Leader Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

New Credentials Orientation

11:30am CDT

OFJ: Prayer

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

Bring your OFJ goals and let's pray together! We will start the session by focusing on the "every disciplines" that encourage us to pray and then we will spend time together praying over the goals that you have for your church or ministry.

Speakers

Katrina Del Valle

Asst. Presbyter, Cincy

I've been married to Vinny Del Valle since 2014 and he is a gift to my life. Together, in 2016 we adopted our twins from foster care and love doing life together. We serve regularly at Mosaic Church in Milford, OH. I was a missionary for twelve years serving the first year in Kyrgyzstan... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Ohio for Jesus

11:30am CDT

Students Sharing Jesus

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

TBA

In this session, you will learn about strategies for empowering students to engage their campus, church, and communities for Jesus. We will focus on practical approaches for leaders to help students know how to share the gospel in their current mission field and how you can partner with Youth Alive to achieve the goal of having a campus missionary in every school in Ohio.

Speakers

Matt Clark

Youth Alive Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Youth Ministry

12:30pm CDT

Lunch

Saturday March 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

TBA

Grab your selected Chick-Fil-A lunch and find a spot to eat either with your team and with other leaders from across the state. See the map in the app (no...it's not Dr. Suess) to find food locations.

Saturday March 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

General Session

1:30pm CDT

Relational Mentoring for the Next Generation of Women

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

During this session we will focus on the transformative power of relational mentoring to guide and inspire the next generation of women. Leaders, mentors, and anyone passionate about influencing the lives of young ladies are welcome to join this breakout!

Speakers

Danielle Dickerson

OMNWomen Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Adult & Next Gen

1:30pm CDT

On Purpose with the Holy Spirit

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

God has been doing a tremendous work at Lima First. In this session, Lead Pastor Darrell Bucher and Associate Pastor Christian Bucher will be teaching how to structure your church services in a way that can maximize the moving of the Holy Spirit.

Speakers

Christian Bucher

Darrell Bucher

Lead Pastor, LFC - Lima First Church

Ministering full time for over 30 years, Darrell & Lori Bucher have served in almost every capacity within the local church. Currently pastoring at LFC - Lima First Church, their desire is to see the Holy Spirit empower the church so that entire cities, states & regions be transformed... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Health

1:30pm CDT

Planting a Church in Ohio

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Are you ready to learn more about planting a church in Ohio? This session is for planters, parent churches, and anyone who wants to discover more about the church planting process. It will give you information about resources, training, conferences, best practices and provide you the opportunity to ask questions.

Speakers

Tom Baxter

Assistant Church Multiplication Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Tom serves as the assistant church multiplication director for Ohio Ministry Network. He is a church planter himself and has over 20 years of full time ministry experience. Tom and his wife Jamie live in Cincinnati and have three children.

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Multiplication

1:30pm CDT

Increasing Your Productivity

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Discover practical strategies to boost your productivity and increase efficiency in completing your day to day tasks. In this session, we'll explore tools and resources that empower you to give time to the important as well as the urgent.

Speakers

Sarah House

Events & Resourcing Director, Ohio Ministry Network

In 2009, Sarah House joined the Ohio Ministry Network team as an administrative assistant and then as the church multiplication coordinator for the Ohio Church Multiplication Network. She has also served at the network office as the communications & resourcing director and as the... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Operations

1:30pm CDT

The Why & How of Foster Care Ministry

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Learn why we should be involved in foster care ministry, what is involved in it, and how to start it.

Speakers

Paris Yanno

Director of Father's Heart, OMN Father's Heart

Paris is the wife of Al Yanno. They have six children, who are all now adults and two grandchildren. She served at Heart Reach Ministries in Youngstown for 26 years, working with children and youth in the inner-city there. She also served as an associate pastor alongside her husband... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Father's Heart Foster Care Ministry

1:30pm CDT

Resolving Conflicts

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Not if, but when conflicts arise in ministry, the kindest act from a leader is to have already prepared themselves in advance to provide guidance and direction on how to lead in the conflict. Onlookers will be repelled away or drawn toward your ministry, even if subconsciously, based on the tendency to be conflict avoidant or a demonstrated leadership to navigate conflict in a healthy way. As General Secretary for the national office of the Assemblies of God, most every call to Donna Barrett’s office is around a conflict, whether within one of our 66 districts, between a board and pastor, between a minister and someone bringing a complaint, or litigation from the courts. You’ll learn practical helps to use as a leader and gain guidance on developing a culture that is healthy with conflict.

Speakers

Donna Barrett

General Secretary, Assemblies of God

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

General Session

1:30pm CDT

Doing Church for Immigrants in an American Context

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

The great commission and call of the church is to bring the good news of the gospel to every tribe, language and culture (Mat 28:18-20). In light of this great commission, how can leaders of immigrant churches in Ohio adapt their ministries and theology to fit American culture enabling their ministry to impact the wider Ohio community beyond their own?

Speakers

Alexis Muhumure

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

International Ministries

1:30pm CDT

Teaching Kids the Why & How of Prayer

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Imagine if kids could grasp the spiritual discipline of prayer from an early age and the impact it would make in their lives! In this session, you will be equipped to explain to kids why they should pray and how they can do it! It will include a hands-on prayer experiences that you can immediately implement in your church.

Speakers

Edgar Santos

NextGen Pastor, Bethel Christian

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Kidmin

1:30pm CDT

(Lead Pastors Only) Discipleship - Chick-Fil-A Style

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Speakers

Brian Siktberg

Calib Turner

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Lead Pastors Only

1:30pm CDT

How to Study Scripture

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

This session will focus on learning how to break down a passage of scripture by looking at the cultural and historical background, bringing out the hidden gems of the text itself, and understanding how to find patterns and connections in scripture. You will also leave equipped with some tools to explore all the many riches of the Word of God!

Speakers

Kayla Turner

Director, SEU Ohio

Kayla grew up in Ohio serving in ministry with her parents, Dan and Christa Lund. Upon graduating from Southeastern University she went on to get her Masters in Ministerial Leadership and has done studies at Pentecostal Theological Seminary in Biblical Studies as well. Throughout... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Leader Development

1:30pm CDT

Missions Hot Topics

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

Join us for an open and dynamic Q&A session with experienced missionaries as they tackle the hottest topics in missions today! This is your chance to ask the questions you've always wanted to know about global ministry. From navigating cultural challenges and fundraising to leading effective mission trips and building long-term partnerships, no topic is off-limits. Whether you're a pastor, leader, or passionate about missions, come ready to engage in candid conversations and gain practical insights to elevate your missions efforts.

Speakers

Heather Erickson

Director, Ohio Chi Alpha

After serving in the marketplace, Heather and her husband Andy felt the call to return to their alma mater to serve in the Chi Alpha ministry that changed their lives. Now as the campus missionaries for the universities across Dayton, OH, they love the challenge of contextualizing... Read More →

Andy Erickson

Wright State University, Ohio Ministry Network

Andy & Heather Erickson have served as Nationally Appointed AGUSM Chi Alpha missionaries for the last 13 years both locally on the campus and now as the District Directors for Ohio. They are committed to discipling college students through the intersection of Gospel and culture. Their... Read More →

Cyndi Martin

Career Missionary, Assemblies of God World Missions, West Africa

Joe and Cyndi Martin are high school sweethearts who are also fully appointed missionaries with Assemblies of God World Missions. They first went to Africa with their 2 children, Matthew and Abigail, in 2013. After serving a term in Ethiopia and then for 5 years as staff pastors at... Read More →

Joe Martin

Career Missionary, Assemblies of God World Missions, West Africa

Joe and Cyndi Martin are high school sweethearts who are fully appointed missionaries with Assemblies of God World Missions. They first went to Africa with their 2 children, Matthew and Abigail, in 2013. After serving a term in Ethiopia and then for 5 years as staff pastors at Liberty... Read More →

Bob Stetz

Cleveland, Ohio natives, Bob and Erin started as Missionary Associates in 2016 with two years on the German/Swiss Field. They returned to Germany in 2020 as fully appointed Swiss Missionaries. From 2020-2024 they have partnered with the Swiss Assemblies of God to plant churches in... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Missions Partnership

1:30pm CDT

Building a Healthy Culture for Worship

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

In this session, we will explore how to create healthy systems and language to build a solid staff and worship team culture.

Speakers

Lincoln Williams

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Worship

1:30pm CDT

What Teens Need to Develop Their Faith

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

TBA

In this session, we will examine key spiritual disciplines and practices that help young people grow closer to God. We will explore practical ways for teens to build a strong faith. Whether you're a leader, parent, or student, you'll leave with tools to guide the next generation.

Speakers

Nate Ortiz

Network Youth Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Nate Ortiz has served as the network youth director since 2015 and has been in youth ministry for 17 years. He has a passion to see leaders empowered and the next generation encouraged to live out the life God has for them.

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Youth Ministry

2:45pm CDT

Effective Ministry to Women

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

This session is designed to equip leaders, mentors, and volunteers with practical strategies for effective ministry to women across various life stages and backgrounds

Speakers

Danielle Dickerson

OMNWomen Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Adult & Next Gen

2:45pm CDT

Young Men & the Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Speakers

Andy Erickson

Wright State University, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Adult & Next Gen

2:45pm CDT

Building TEAMS: Trust, Equip, Assess, Manage, & Serve

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

We're better together, so come learn how to more effectively build healthy ministry teams in every area of your church.

Speakers

Christa Lund

Adult and NextGen Ministries Director, Ohio Ministry Network

I'm the Director of Adult and NextGen Ministries and my husband Dan is the Assistant Superintendent.

Dan Lund

Ohio Ministry Network Assistant Superintendent

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Health

2:45pm CDT

New Frontiers of Gospel Ministry & Church Planting

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Based upon the Parable of the Wedding Feast in Matthew 22, Jesus is sending His church to go and reach people who are hesitant to come. The goal of this workshop is to explore and imagine what it's going to take to reach those who are often marginalized or overlooked even by the church. We will take a look at effective & creative strategies to reach everyone with the gospel.

Speakers

Al Yanno

Church Multiplication Director, Ohio Church Multiplication Network

In 1994, Al and Paris Yanno started Heart Reach Ministries, a faith-based, non-profit for inner city youth and their families. Out of that ministry, they launched Metro Assembly in 2002, a multi-ethnic church committed to bringing transformation to the lives of people and their city... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Multiplication

2:45pm CDT

AI & U

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

This session will be focused on the "do's" and "dont's of "using artificial intelligence in your ministry context and provide resources for best practices.

Speakers

Kyle Zeid

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Church Operations

2:45pm CDT

Church Marketing Basics: Google Ads, SEO, and Websites

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

If people can't find you, it's difficult for them to come to your church. In this session, we will explore the basics of setting up a website, making sure you pop up in the right Google searches, and using your marketing budget in the places it makes the biggest difference.

Speakers

Tara Zimmer

Communications Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Tara Zimmer is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God and holds a bachelor's degree in organizational leadership and a master's degree in religion. She has been in full-time ministry for more than a decade and currently serves as the communications director at the Ohio Ministry... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Communications

2:45pm CDT

Your Kingdom Come: Activating the Body Christ to Build God’s Kingdom in Their Community

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

The goal of this workshop is twofold:
a. To understand the power and anointed potential of the diversely unified Body of Christ (1Cor. 12). The Church is at its best when we collaborate together to build the Kingdom in our city.
b. To understand that God’s Kingdom requires us to go beyond our buildings, theological biases and cultural boundaries. The Church is at it’s best when we work together to make sure that every person has access to the Gospel. This includes the poor, the immigrant, the marginalized, the orphan, the widow, those in the minority.

Speakers

Jan Beard

Peoples Church Network, Peoples Church

WHAT EXPERIENCE DO YOU HAVE RELATED TO THE BREAKOUT SESSION TOPIC?Peoples Church Residency Director, Missions Board Chair, Leading alongside Christopher, Peoples Church Uptown since 2001, Global Leadership degree Fuller SeminaryWHY ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT THIS PARTICULAR BREAKOUT... Read More →

Chris Beard

Lead Pastor, Peoples Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Engage Community

2:45pm CDT

Strengthening Families: Keeping Kids Out of Foster Care

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Learn about My Village Ministry and CarePortal which are resources that can help your church minister to fragile families and provide support so children don't end up in foster care.

Speakers

Aaron Earlywine

Area Director for Ohio, CarePortal

Aaron is the Area Director for CarePortal in the state of Ohio. He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the states of Oregon and Ohio. Aaron and his wife Heidi reside in Springfield, OH. Aaron and Heidi have been married for 25 years and have 6 children and 2 grandchildren... Read More →

Phil Krause

Co-Director, My Village Ministries

Happily married to his wife, Erin, of 17 years and a father of 4 lively kids, Phil resides in Columbus, Ohio. He has almost 20 years of experience serving vulnerable families/children including being a foster, adoptive, and host parent. He currently is the Co-Director of My Village... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Father's Heart Foster Care Ministry

2:45pm CDT

Kids & Worship: Efficient Ways of Teaching & Leading Kids in Worship

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Have you ever found yourself trying to lead kids in worship and overwhelmed because of their responses? Is it challenging to teach kids about worship because of imagery and theology in songs? You might not be alone! This session will empower attendees with practical methods to effectively teach kids about worship and what it means to have a life of worship.

Speakers

Lindsey Shaffer

Lindsey is a Jesus follower, wife of Josh and mom to Landen, Kylie and Jase. She has served in ministry since she was 14 yrs old and attended Central Bible College for Kids Ministry/ Bible/ Psychology. Lindsey is now a full time staff pastor at Calvary Church in Maumee, serving in... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Kidmin

2:45pm CDT

(Lead Pastors Only) Pastoral Transitions

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Discuss with other lead pastors the steps to smooth and honoring transitions.

Speakers

Gary Gray

Lead Pastor, Highway Tabernacle

Gary and his wife Rhonda are lead pastors at Highway Tabernacle in Youngstown. Highway is a strong legacy church in a community that has experienced a lot of change as major businesses have left the area. Gary and his team believe that an exodus in a community leaves a lot of room... Read More →

Rich Weller

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Lead Pastors Only

2:45pm CDT

How to Communicate Scripture

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

We are ALL called to communicate the Word of God! We just won't all do it the same way, and that is ok! This session will focus on helping equip you with some best practices in communicating to others all that you are studying in God's word. Afterall, we were never meant to keep what He shows us to ourselves. Learn how to piece things together so it feels authentic to you but brings the truth of God's word to others in a way that connects.

Speakers

Kayla Turner

Director, SEU Ohio

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Leader Development

2:45pm CDT

Raising a Missional Generation

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

How can we cultivate a heart for missions in our entire family? This session will explore practical ways to engage your whole family in missions, whether through prayer, giving, or going. From BGMC (Boys and Girls Missionary Challenge) and Speed the Light to family missions trips, we will discover how to inspire a shared passion for reaching the world with the Gospel. Learn how to foster a missional mindset in every family member and create meaningful opportunities to serve together. You'll leave equipped with ideas for praying as a family, supporting global missions, and incorporating missions into everyday life. Let's raise a generation of families with a heart for missions!

Speakers

Lynna Mooney

Children's Pastor, Lima First Church

Lynna has been in kids ministry for over 15 years. She currently serves as the Ohio BGMC director and as the children's pastor at Lima First Church. Her heart beats for missions, raspberry or peppermint mochas and all things Disney! She loves to destress by doing puzzles (only Disney... Read More →

Matt Sullivan

Youth & Missions Pastor, Radiant Life Church

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Missions Partnership

2:45pm CDT

Worship Roundtable

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

This session will provide and opportunity for you as worship leaders to ask questions, discuss what you've learned, and explore topics not cover in previous sessions.

Speakers

OMN Worship Collective

Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Worship

2:45pm CDT

Building and Empowering Youth Ministry Teams

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

TBA

Learn practical ways to identify, train, and empower leaders in your church for
youth ministry.

Speakers

Ron Bolden

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

Youth Ministry

4:00pm CDT

Closing Session

Saturday March 15, 2025 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

TBA

Don't miss this exciting closing of the day with giveaways, worship, and a brief inspiring word from our Leader Development Director Josh Willaford.

Speakers

Josh Willaford

Leader Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Saturday March 15, 2025 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
TBA 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123

General Session