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Leaders' Summit 2026 | Transformed & Transforming: Pursuing Wholehearted Leadership

What does it look like to lead from a whole heart in a world that constantly pulls us in a hundred different directions?

At Harbor Network's 2026 Leaders' Summit in Fort Myers, Florida, pastors, church planters, spouses, and ministry leaders gathered around a shared longing: to be transformed by Jesus as we participate in his transforming work in the world.

Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we explored what it means to pursue wholehearted leadership—rooted in Christ, renewed by grace, and sustained through friendship and shared mission.

Whether you joined us in person or are listening for the first time, our prayer is that these sessions will encourage your soul, strengthen your leadership, and remind you that the work God is doing in you matters just as much as the work he is doing through you.

Leaders' Summit 2026 | Transformed & Transforming: Pursuing Wholehearted Leadership

What does it look like to lead from a whole heart in a world that constantly pulls us in a hundred different directions?

At Harbor Network's 2026 Leaders' Summit in Fort Myers, Florida, pastors, church planters, spouses, and ministry leaders gathered around a shared longing: to be transformed by Jesus as we participate in his transforming work in the world.

Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we explored what it means to pursue wholehearted leadership—rooted in Christ, renewed by grace, and sustained through friendship and shared mission.

Whether you joined us in person or are listening for the first time, our prayer is that these sessions will encourage your soul, strengthen your leadership, and remind you that the work God is doing in you matters just as much as the work he is doing through you.

Leaders' Summit 2026 | Transformed & Transforming: Pursuing Wholehearted Leadership

What does it look like to lead from a whole heart in a world that constantly pulls us in a hundred different directions?

At Harbor Network's 2026 Leaders' Summit in Fort Myers, Florida, pastors, church planters, spouses, and ministry leaders gathered around a shared longing: to be transformed by Jesus as we participate in his transforming work in the world.

Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we explored what it means to pursue wholehearted leadership—rooted in Christ, renewed by grace, and sustained through friendship and shared mission.

Whether you joined us in person or are listening for the first time, our prayer is that these sessions will encourage your soul, strengthen your leadership, and remind you that the work God is doing in you matters just as much as the work he is doing through you.

Leaders' Summit 2026 | Transformed & Transforming: Pursuing Wholehearted Leadership

What does it look like to lead from a whole heart in a world that constantly pulls us in a hundred different directions?

At Harbor Network's 2026 Leaders' Summit in Fort Myers, Florida, pastors, church planters, spouses, and ministry leaders gathered around a shared longing: to be transformed by Jesus as we participate in his transforming work in the world.

Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we explored what it means to pursue wholehearted leadership—rooted in Christ, renewed by grace, and sustained through friendship and shared mission.

Whether you joined us in person or are listening for the first time, our prayer is that these sessions will encourage your soul, strengthen your leadership, and remind you that the work God is doing in you matters just as much as the work he is doing through you.

Thabiti Anyabwile is one of the pastors for Anacostia River Church. He has served as an elder and pastor in churches in NC, DC and the Cayman Islands. After a few years as a practicing Muslim, Thabiti was converted under the preaching of the gospel in the Washington DC area. He and his wife, Kristie, have three children. Thabiti is the author of several books, including The Life of God in the Soul of the Church; The Gospel for Muslims; What Is a Healthy Church Member?; The Decline of African-American Theology; and The Faithful Preacher. He blogs regularly at The Front Porch.

Friendship is not a luxury. It's a necessity. Jesus demonstrated the transformative nature of being deeply loved by someone who is simply choosing you. There’s no greater love.

Could it be that friendship is far more important and far more wonderful than many have ever imagined?

We think so. Join leaders from across the country and let’s seek to understand, cultivate, and harness the incredible power of friendships for the glory of God and the good of our churches.

Jamaal E. Williams is lead pastor of Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky, and president of Harbor Network. He’s a native of Chicago and holds a DEdMin in black church leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jamaal is the author of In Church as It Is in Heaven (InterVarsity, 2023) with Timothy Paul Jones. He is married to Amber, and they’re the parents of Nia, Josiah, Kayla, Micah, and Judah. You can follow him on Twitter.

For more on Harbor Network visit www.harbornetwork.com

For more on The Leaders' Summit visit www.theleaderssummit.com

Friendship is not a luxury. It's a necessity. Jesus demonstrated the transformative nature of being deeply loved by someone who is simply choosing you. There’s no greater love.

Could it be that friendship is far more important and far more wonderful than many have ever imagined?

We think so. Join leaders from across the country and let’s seek to understand, cultivate, and harness the incredible power of friendships for the glory of God and the good of our churches.

Charles is a native of Florida but has lived in Norfolk since 2014 when he and his wife moved to the city to raise a family and start Mission Church. They have five small children who bring joy and laughter to their household. Charles serves as the Lead Pastor focusing on preaching, vision, equipping, and leadership development. His desire is for the Word of God to impact the people of God for the glory of God. He enjoys running, reading, NFL and NBA games, and coaching youth sports.

For more on Harbor Network visit www.harbornetwork.com

For more on The Leaders' Summit visit www.theleaderssummit.com

Friendship is not a luxury. It's a necessity. Jesus demonstrated the transformative nature of being deeply loved by someone who is simply choosing you. There’s no greater love.

Could it be that friendship is far more important and far more wonderful than many have ever imagined?

We think so. Join leaders from across the country and let’s seek to understand, cultivate, and harness the incredible power of friendships for the glory of God and the good of our churches.

Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God.

For more on Harbor Network visit www.harbornetwork.com

For more on The Leaders' Summit visit www.theleaderssummit.com

Friendship is not a luxury. It's a necessity. Jesus demonstrated the transformative nature of being deeply loved by someone who is simply choosing you. There’s no greater love.

Could it be that friendship is far more important and far more wonderful than many have ever imagined?

We think so. Join leaders from across the country and let’s seek to understand, cultivate, and harness the incredible power of friendships for the glory of God and the good of our churches.

Sam Allberry is a pastor, apologist and speaker. He is the author of a number of books, including Is God Anti-Gay?, Why Bother with Church?, 7 Myths about Singleness, and What God Has To Say About Our Bodies. He has written extensively for numerous organizations, including The Gospel Coalition, Desiring God, and Living Out.

For more on Harbor Network visit www.harbornetwork.com

For more on The Leaders' Summit visit www.theleaderssummit.com

Jonathan Dodson (M.Div, Th.M) is the Theologian-in-Residence at Citizens Church. He was also the founding pastor of City Life Church in Austin, TX which he started with his wife, Robie, and a small group of people. They have three children. He is also the founder of gcdiscipleship.com and author of a number of books including The Unbelievable Gospel, Gospel-Centered Discipleship, and Here in Spirit. He enjoys listening to The War on Drugs, watching sci-fi, and going for walks.