The Leading Up conference is designed to give tools, training, and techniques to pastors and parishioners to be effective leaders in the local church.
5:00 – 7:00 pm | Registration/Exhibit Hall Open |
7:00 - 8:10 pm | Conference Kick Off - Worship Session #1 |
8:00 – 8:30 am | Registration/Exhibit Hall Open |
8:30 – 10:00 am | Plenary Session |
10:05 – 10:55 am | Breakout Sessions #1 |
11:05 – 11:55 am | Breakout Sessions #2 |
12:05 – 1:10 pm | Worship Session #2 |
Krystle McDonald
This course is curated to equip church leaders with practical tools to engage and grow their online presence so that more people are reached, and their church membership is expanded. In this session, you will learn how to create interactive worship experiences during your livestreams and build strong hybrid connections beyond Sunday services. Completion of this course will ensure you have the knowledge to help your congregants, both in-person and online, feel valued and connected to the church community.
Michael Mainer
Join us for an in-depth session on Kingdom Business, where attendees will gain practical insights and best practices in:
Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to manage church finances with excellence and integrity.
Patrick Bradley
This class will focus on some guidelines for the Worship and Creative Arts Ministry. It will offer fresh ideas for the worship experience and will focus on how the music and message should tie in together.
Phil Miller
Conference attendees will learn how to assess, plan and implement a training strategy for church leadership. Highlighting the value of an annual training event in the life of your church.
Robert Purvey
The WAVE Student Conference is a dynamic gathering designed for students and adult youth leaders from predominantly African American churches. Its purpose is to inspire and equip participants with strategic tools, innovative concepts and renewed hope to empower the next generation. Through engaging sessions and impactful discussions, WAVE fosters collaboration and leadership development for a brighter future.
Robert Purvey
The Next Gen Leaders Class at the African American Leadership Conference is a transformative experience for emerging leaders. This class provides practical strategies, mentorship and vision-focused guidance tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities within African American leadership contexts. By cultivating innovation and fostering collaboration, it prepares the next generation to lead with excellence and purpose.