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.

 

Tom Baxter

Assistant Church Multiplication Director

and Men's Ministry Director, Ohio Ministry Network

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.

Steve Brannan

Great Lakes Regional Director, Chi Alpha

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

 

Tara Zimmer, Communications Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Courtney Jones, Owner/Designer, Little Creative Company

DeAndre Patrick, Youth/Young Adults Pastor, Calvary Assembly of God

Derrick Smith, Creative Pastor, Simple Church

Jackie Kibby, Media & Communications Director, Faith Church, Sandusky

youth ministry.

New Life Community Church, NextGen Pastor

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.

 

Aaron Earlywine

CarePortal, Area Director for Ohio

 

Phil Krause

My Village Ministries, Co-Director

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.

 

Petros Yefru

Peoples Church, 220 William Taft Rd

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

 

Paris Yanno

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

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!

 

Stacy Petty, Ohio Ministry Network, Ohio Missions Director

Lynna Mooney, Lima First Church, Children's Pastor

Matt Sullivan, Radiant Life Church, Youth & Missions Pastor

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.

 

Stacy Petty, Ohio Ministry Network, Ohio Missions Director

Heather Erickson, Ohio Chi Alpha, Director

Andy Erickson, Ohio Chi Alpha, Director

Cyndi Martin, Assemblies of God World Missions, West Africa, Career Missionary

Joe Martin, Assemblies of God World Missions, West Africa, Career Missionary

Bob Stetz

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.

 

Nate Ortiz

Lifewise Academy, Sr. Director of CityWide