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"All three workshops I attended were very relevant and applicable"
| Hotel & Location | 40 Workshops | Attendees | Schedule | Sponsors |
"The conference was very informative and gave me many items to take away. It will take me a while to digest it all and turn it into an action plan that will help me serve my church"
Can it get any better than this? A track for new XPs, large group forums, a track for SPs, a track for XP wives, vital topics for XPs and church leaders.
"Thanks for diving deep into the cases. Great interaction. This has been an amazing resource!
Thank you for your foresight and tenacity for creating XPastor, including this conference.
I look forward to partnering with you for years to come."
Dr. Nathan Baxter—Mentoring Resources for the XP
Nathan, XP of Liberty Church of Tulsa, Oklahoma, will help you as an XP learn the fundamentals of mentoring. In just one hour, you will receive a year’s worth of work. Nathan will help you identify your “big assignments” for developing yourself as a mentor. He will help you formulate a path of personal study and growth by identifying the major areas XPs must refine. He will also be giving a tour of the latest and best mentoring resources available. Read Nathan's bio. Read the 2005 case study on Liberty Church.
Dr. Nathan Baxter—Using the Birkman® Tool to Grow Staff
Nathan will discuss how the Birkman Indicator® Tool has helped him grow his staff. He has taken hundreds through the Birkman and will share his thoughts at a breakout lunch on Thursday. You will be able to see sample reports from the powerful Birkman Indicator® Tool and hear examples of how XPs have used it to revolutionize the leadership culture of their church. Read Nathan's bio. Read the 2005 case study on Liberty Church.
Dr. Nathan Baxter—Forum of Medium-Sized Churches
Nathan, XP of Liberty Church of Tulsa, Oklahoma, will lead this open forum. This forum is a regular favorite of every XP-Seminar. Now in its 4th year led by Nathan, this is a terrific time to talk with others of medium-sized churches. "Bring your questions and issues for our discussion."
The great aspect of this forum is that you can meet with XPs from churches in your size range. You can talk through issues that are common to your size of church and develop lasting relationships with other XPs. Read Nathan's bio. Read the 2005 case study on Liberty Church.
"My conversations with Nathan Baxter were great!"
Andrew Behm—From Corporate America to Full-time Ministry
Andrew is the XP of Fellowship Bible of Winchester, Virginia. He led a lunch workshop at the 2008 XP-Seminar and was extremely well received. His article, From Corporate America To Full-Time Ministry: My First 6 Months As An Executive Pastor, was also well received by the XPastor community.
Before he became an XP, Andrew came to the 2007 XP-Seminar with his Sr. Pastor. He returned in 2008 as the XP and David interviewed them at the Wednesday lunch.
The transition from corporate America to full-time ministry is filled with challenges and opportunities. Those who enter ministry via the business world have a lot to offer but there is also much to learn. It is important to realize that there are many basic business practices that are utilized by churches. Yet, churches operate in a very unique culture, vastly different from personal experience. The challenge and opportunity is to utilize experience of strategic planning, project implementation and team-building. This needs to be done in such a way as to be an excellent example of efficiency, quality and productivity. It must be done in a manner that captures the special character and qualities that define "who we are and what we are called to do" as Ambassadors for Christ.
Dr. Warren Bird—Ten Surprising Insights from a Survey of Executive Pastors
Warren is the Director of Research and Intellectual Capital at Leadership Network, a former pastor and co-author of 19 books.
In this workshop, we will cover Executive Pastors as a distinctive breed. "What do XPs identify as the main sources they use to learn and grow in their role? Where do XPs struggle most? What books have XPs read recently that they find helpful to the job? What are their main time-usage blocks, and does that change with church size and complexity?" These and other issues were covered in a January 2009 Executive Pastor survey conducted by Leadership Network, in partnership with XPastor.org.
The survey findings will be distributed at the XP-Seminar and discussed in this workshop.
Duane Britton—Leading from the Top Down: The Mixing of the Roles of a Boss and Spiritual Guide with the XP
Duane is the Senior Pastor of DOVE Christian Fellowship-Westgate of Ephrata, Pennsylvania.
The confessions of a transformed Senior Pastor on the difficulties he faced in learning how to be a boss and spiritual guide without coming across as dictatorial to his staff. A Senior Pastor is looking for cooperation, support, and mutual respect as he tries to build a team while the XP is looking for latitude, recognition, and individuality. How can the Senior Pastor build a relationship with the XP where the XP feels that the Senior Pastor has shared his heart with him? Where the XP feels that they are a valued part of the management team? The role of managing a staff is not all joy but by using a few principles, the Senior Pastor can create harmony such as an orchestra conductor creates harmony among the various musicians.
Mike Buster—Cutting Utility Costs in Half
Mike is the XP of Prestonwood Baptist Church of Frisco, Texas. Did you see the Newsweek article about Mike saving $80,000 in utility bills for Prestonwood? It's not every day that an XP makes Newsweek!
We are so pleased to have Mike: this is the workshop that he was unable to present in 2008. This workshop will present practical tips and suggestions on how to cut your utility bill and make your church campus more "green." Keep the "green stuff" in the bank and help the environment too—not a bad combination! Read Mike's bio
Stacey is the XP of Christ Community Church of Greeley, Colorado. Catalysts dare to take chances and think differently. "No" is never an answer to a question, only "what if …" Catalysts tend to look at the horizon and plan for the future. They dream of how people and systems and culture can be improved, streamlined and re-imagined.
Everyone is a catalyst to some degree, in some area of their life or ministry! So how do you leverage what you have and grow those areas so you can maximize your influence with leaders, ministries, and your overall church culture? In other words, how do you become a stronger catalyst that enables creativity, innovation, and freedom to occur around you? This workshop will give you the tools to more effectively be the catalyst God designed you to be! Read Stacey's bio and the 2006 case study on Christ Community Church.
Read Stacey's articles on the Catalyst: When a Catalyst is Not a Catalyst, XP’s and Catalytic Converters, 'Disneyesque' Books on Creativity, Get_a_Life and Throw Me a Lifeline!
Mark Carey—The First Years with Your First XP
Mark is the Senior Pastor of Fellowship Bible Church of Winchester, Virginia. Mark came to the 2007 XP-Seminar with a prospect XP. Mark had found his XP candidate from within his congregation and felt confident that Andrew was the right person for the role. He returned for the 2008 XP-Seminar with Andrew as the XP. David took the opportunity to interview them at the Wednesday lunch.
The task of finding the right XP can be challenging! It is even more so when it is the first XP for the Senior Pastor and the church. There are many issues that need to be considered when choosing an XP, such as:
But the most important factor that needs to be determined is if the personalities of the Senior Pastor and XP are compatible. If the personalities are in conflict, it can be disastrous. But if they are compatible, it can be extremely productive and beneficial for the partnership as well as the church. It is important to remember that potential can be developed and skills can be refined but a harmonious relationship is the foundation to success. This workshop is a great time to talk about what traits make an XP and SP compatible.
Rob Cizek—How to Have Difficult Conversations
Rob is the Executive Pastor of Northshore Community Church of Everett, Washington.
Tough conversations. Nothing defines a leader quite like his or her ability to have the difficult talk. Handle tough situations well and watch your leadership capital increase. Handle them poorly and you may soon be out the door. Few things are more risky and problematic. However, tough conversations also present a powerful opportunity for growth and discipleship. In this session we'll explore the best practices for having difficult talks … conversations that result in positive outcomes for the staff members you lead.
Check out Rob's articles on XPastor:
Rob Curry—C.L.E.A.R. Planning: Moving Your Ministry Plan Beyond Ideas and Talk
Last year Rob moved from his Executive Pastor position in Ewing, New Jersey to be the XP at Cypress Bible Church just outside of Houston, TX. Rob brings knowledge and experience from the area of Organizational Development.
This seminar will explore five vital elements in creating and carrying out your church’s strategic plan: Catalyst, Listening, Evaluation, Action, Repetition. A great planning retreat, a compelling vision, and a moving state of the church address are vital but are only the beginning of movement toward ministry effectiveness. After the initial “wow factor” has died down and the real work begins, how do you continue to move your ministry toward a desired future with the influence you have as an Executive Pastor? We will touch on vital aspects of a strategic plan that build it to last but will concentrate on how to move toward fulfilling your church’s plan in your day to day work and interactions. We’ll also discuss how plans get stuck and good sense practices to keep things moving such as simplicity, telling stories, “one ‘yes’ and 53 ‘no’s’”, and how “Followership” can make or break a plan.
has contributed the articles Deep Change in Organizational Culture, Elements of Effective Meetings and How About Followership?
Roger is the XP of Bel Air Presbyterian Church of Los Angeles, California. At the 2008 XP-Seminar, Roger and his Senior Pastor, Dr. Mark Brewer, were our featured guests on Sabbaticals. Read the Sabbatical case study and related sabbatical policies from various churches. Roger was enthusiastically received in 2008. This is a great opportunity to follow-up on this vital topic
Bill Egner—Hiring Practices from Two Pace-Setting Churches
Bill is the XP of Christ Chapel in Fort Worth, Texas. His case study will be featured in the morning. He has done extensive research on two significant churches in the nation. Both of these churches have influenced hundreds, if not thousands of churches. Whether mentioned in TIME magazine or Christianity Today, with massive positive impact, they have changed the religious landscape in America. One "influencer church" has a highly organized system based on "best business practices." The other "influencer church" has a unique spiritual emphasis in the hiring process (we can't release the church names until his research is completed this fall).
This afternoon workshop is designed for those who desire to go deeper into the case, to discuss the issues at length with the author. What is your hiring practice? Which of these "influencer churches" are you more like? Bring your questions for an intriguing session to discuss how pace-setting churches hire staff.
Bob Feitl—3 Keys to a Successful Building Project
Bob, XP of Richland Bible Church of Richland, Michigan, asks "Thinking about a building project? …already started one?" This workshop will give you practical tools and strategic principles that you can begin to use next week. Taught by an XP with 20 years of experience as an architect and construction manager, this session will focus on how to set up, organize and empower your team to get the building you need on time and within budget. Read Bob's bio.
Bob Feitl—Aligning XP Title, Job & Expectations
Bob, XP of Richland Bible Church of Richland, Michigan, asks, "So, you are new to the role, it’s not quite what you expected and you’re trying to figure out how to make sense of it." You need to balance leadership with managing, administration with pastoring, your Senior Pastor’s expectations with yours and everyone else’s … and have a job description that reflects that well. Facilitated by an XP with 20 years experience in three churches of 1,500 to 4,500; together we will hammer out ways to bring clarity and understanding to this job that often requires more finesse and balance than any other on the team. Read Bob's bio.
Dr. David Fletcher—The 5 Functions of an XP
David, Founder & Host of XPastor, and XP of Grace Covenant Church of Austin, Texas will cover the basics of the 5 Functions. Every XP is strong in certain areas, do you know your leadership strengths? From David's research of hundreds of XPs, he developed the 5 Functions.
There are 5 Functions to leading and managing a church—Administrator, Catalyst, Mentor, Minister and Overseer. To get a handle on the 5 Functions, more than 2,300 people have taken David's free XP-Indicator. This workshop is foundational for new XPs and those who want to review the basics of what an XP needs. Read David's bio.
"5 functions—would be very effective as a break-out small group with new XPs"
Dr. David Fletcher—The SP & XP Relationship
David, Founder & Host of XPastor, and XP of Grace Covenant Church of Austin, Texas will lead this workshop for SPs & XPs. "We will discuss the hallmarks of great working relationships." David has worked as an XP in two churches and seen the dynamics of great SP-XP relationships. This roundtable discussion is specifically designed for SPs and will come from the perspective of an XP.
The Senior Pastor Track is an opportunity for SPs to examine and discuss leadership and management issues in the church. Considering an XP? Have a great XP or need to hone a relationship? Then this track will give you the chance to hear from established leaders, hear from peers and introduce your own ideas and questions.
David teaches doctoral classes at Dallas Theological Seminary and chairs the Doctor of Ministry department at the Evangelical Theological Seminary of India. This puts him in touch with leaders throughout the United States and the rest of the world. Be prepared to look at "macro" and "mega-cultural" issues that are changing the church—and how SPs and XPs together can be effective in reaching the world. Read David's bio.
Tami Fletcher & Nancy Williams—For Wives Only
Tami is the wife of an XP and the Executive Assistant of XPastor. She has also worked as an Executive Assistant in two churches. Nancy has mentored women for many years and is the wife of an church elder.
In the movie Apollo 13, the experienced wives of astronauts gave the new wife some advice on how to deal with the press: “Just say that you’re ‘pleased, happy, and proud’” … even though that’s not what they were feeling on the inside.
As Pastor’s wives, there are times when we feel the same way. Who is it safe to share our hearts with during difficult times—either in our personal lives or in the lives of our congregations? This workshop—or actually a time to talk and pray with other wives over coffee—will look at developing safe relationships, either inside or outside your congregation, so that when hard times come, you won’t be alone.
Brad Leeper—Resourcing Ministry in the Midst of a Recession
Brad is a Senior Strategist of Generis Partners. Based on experience and affinity, Brad is drawn to innovative, growing churches and the challenges of helping them expand practically and spiritually. As a Generis Senior Strategist, he is well served by his experience as a consultant to churches across the nation, a staff leader in resource development for local ministries, a Campus Director for Campus Crusade for Christ, and his role as church elder in his own 4,000-member home church, Perimeter Church in Atlanta.
This workshop has received high marks in previous XP-Seminars. If you are going to be building soon, then you will need to know how to raise funds for the construction! Read Brad's bio.
"Fundraising workshop was so helpful!"
Gregory Love—Preventing Child Sexual Abuse at Your Church
Gregory is a lawyer who specializes in matters related to child sexual abuse and is a partner in the law firm Love & Norris. He is also a Founder and Director of MinistrySafe through which he assists ministries in the design and implementation of child sexual abuse safety systems.
Child sexual abuse is a reality in our society, and on the rise. Not surprisingly, sexual predators seek access to children in places where protective barriers are low. Today, the church presents a prime target for abusers because most churches have few, if any, protective barriers in place. Often, the Executive Pastor is the person tasked with the responsibility of developing the church’s response to this challenge. This session will provide the XP with information about sexual abuse, sexual abusers, abuser characteristics and the grooming process. The session will also evaluate current measures employed by churches compared to the measures a church should implement to protect children from sexual abuse.
David Lyons—Hiring: What is Fit and Gifting?”
David is the Founder and President of MinisterSearch. While placing hundreds of people into ministry positions, David has seen the centrality of fit and gifting. Is one more important than the other? Can we compromise because "we know that person," or "he or she is an insider" or "their gifts are just so strong that we … ?"
If you are going to hire staff in the next 12 months, then this workshop with David will help you. He has led workshops at each of the previous XP-Seminars, to rave reviews. Bring your questions for the discussion portion of the workshop as well. Read David's bio.
"The breakout session with David Lyons on Staffing was tremendous"
Phill is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Association of the NACBA.
Empowering staff to minister at their highest level is a critical role of every XP. Every week, ministers may be told what they did and didn’t do correctly last week, but meaningful feedback is often missing. Ministers are left to filter through all the data that bombard them on a daily basis to develop a sense of self-awareness and to plan for personal and professional growth. The emerging use of 360 feedback tools with church staff is an exciting sign that church administrative leaders are learning strength-based leadership. To accomplish the goal of highly effective staff performance, honest feedback from a full spectrum of the minister’s professional community is needed. This workshop will examine the who, how and when of the 360 process, as well as point you to multiple resources to accomplish the task. Participants are encouraged to bring personal experiences with the process to include in the discussion.
Jeff Pelletier—Maximizing Return On Ministry: A Metric-driven Approach to Measuring Effectiveness
Jeff is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Fellowship Technologies, a provider of 100% web-based Church Management Software.
Jeff believes firmly in the principle that “you can’t improve what you don’t measure.” Businesses track many different metrics in order to measure their success. Churches should also track metrics to help determine which ministries, activities, and efforts are working well and which are not. Measuring the results, and listening to the needs of the congregation, can lead to invaluable insights on how to improve and refine ministry efforts. But what sort of metrics should be tracked and how? And, how do these metrics fit into the church’s overall data-management strategy? This workshop will take a close look at the critical ministry data points churches should consider measuring, and how best to collect and utilize them.
Dan Reiland—Making the Most of Your Leadership Profile
Dan is the Executive Pastor of 12Stone church and writes "The Pastor's Coach" which is distributed to over 60,000 subscribers, www.injoy.com.
This workshop takes an honest look at the differing profiles of local church leaders including non-leader, learned-leader, natural leader and born leader. Covering the aspects for each of these profiles we integrate characteristics, strengths, challenges and application for growth. The big idea is to "know thyself" as a leader and therefore tap into your potential to become a better leader. This workshop will deliver a practical tool that you can take home and work with your staff and key leaders as you develop them toward their potential.
Warren Schuh—Large Church Forum
Warren has served as an XP in two churches and in several leadership roles in non-profit organizations (such as Leadership Network). From his experiences, contacts around the country and gifts, he is ideal for leading roundtable discussions. This forum is a regular favorite of every XP-Seminar. Now in its 4th year, this is a terrific time to talk with others from large churches. Bring your questions and we will set the agenda for our time together. Read Warren's bio.
"Warren’s morning session was fantastic"
"Warren's large church forum was what I needed"
Warren Schuh—Governance for SPs & XPs
Warren has served as an XP in two churches and in several leadership roles in non-profit organizations (such as Leadership Network). From his experiences, contacts around the country and gifts, he is ideal for leading roundtable discussions.
The Senior Pastor Track is an opportunity for SPs to examine and discuss leadership and management issues in the church. Considering an XP? Have a great XP or need to hone a relationship? Then this track will give you the chance to hear from established leaders, hear from peers and introduce your own ideas and questions. Read Warren's bio.
Paul Sewell—Knowing When it is Time to Leave
Paul is just leaving at the XP position at Oak Hill Baptist Church in Griffin, Georgia. Why? How do you know when it is time for you to leave?
Paul’s life was transformed by Christ at Oak Hill Church of Griffin, Georgia. He stepped out of engineering and became Oak Hill’s first XP. He anticipated a long career of serving the church that impacted his life. Yet after five years, Paul knew that it was time to leave. Why? How do you know when it is time to leave? What indicators can you look for? How does God’s “calling” fit into the decision? Where do you go from here?
By the way, you can read about the rebranding process that Paul lead at Oak Hill in David's two articles on branding and image (see the Articles page). Paul is a dynamic leader and always a favorite at XPastor events.
Paul Sewell—Personally Engaging in Christ’s Mission
Paul is just leaving at the XP position at Oak Hill Baptist Church in Griffin, Georgia. Why? Because he took his personal engagement in Christ's mission to another level.
While XP at Oak Hill Church of Griffin, Georgia, Paul personally engaged in Christ’s Mission. He and Oak Hill were not satisfied to just write a check and offer up a prayer for missions. By personally engaging in Christ’s Mission, the church was transformed. How can your church go from supporting missions to personal engagement? What are the key principles? What is the leadership structure? How does the XP navigate the obstacles?
Dr. Brad Smith—Global Trends and the US Mega-Church
Brad is the President of Bakke Graduate University, past President of Leadership Network, and church-planter.
What is the best way to chart a path through increasing interest for your church to be involved in the local community, marketplace and the world? As President of Leadership Network and now Bakke Graduate University, Brad has facilitated leadership forums among US mega-churches and church leaders in 40 countries. This workshop will give you some perspective and ideas from what Brad has heard from these leaders.
Clint Smith—Top Challenges of the Young/New XP
Clint Smith is both the new and the young XP of North Church of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. What do you do if you are a new and/or a young XP?
Being a Young/New XP can be difficult. During this workshop we will be discussing the top challenges that young and new XP's face in ministry. The challenges include: developing a relationship with the Senior Pastor, earning the respect of those you are leading (even those older and wiser), holding your team accountable for success/failure, and learning your role. I will present from my experiences and then open for intractive discussion so we can learn from everyones experiences.
Nicholas Smith—The Biblical Basis of the XP
Nicholas, the XP of Bethany Baptist Church of Lindenwold, New Jersey, will share the biblical basis of the XP as revealed through the Scriptures. While the term "XP" is not seen in the Bible, the role and its work are seen. From Joseph to Elisha, the role is shown. This workshop will focus on the biblical work and calling of the XP. Some XP’s are meant for the 2nd position, while for others it’s a transition period to the Senior Pastor role. Whether the calling is to Senior Pastor or like Joseph remaining a 2nd chair leader, this workshop will be beneficial. Though young, Nicholas is a strong XP in a church of 18,000 members. Read Nicholas' bio. Read the 2006 case study on Bethany Baptist.
Frank Sommerville—Legal Issues in the Church
Frank is a nationally noted attorney, author and a CPA. This is a roundtable discussion on the current and pressing legal issues in your church. Bring your questions and issues!
Frank led a legal roundtable at the 2007 & 2008 XP-Seminar and received high marks from the participants. This is a prime opportunity to discuss your issues with a nationally noted attorney. Read Frank's bio.
"Frank Sommerville always does a great job—the legal issues small group was very good"
"Frank started by asking us what we wanted to discuss so that he met our needs.
Caused me to rethink many areas."
Shery Surratt, Tammy Kelly & Missy Hannon—Leading From the Female Second Chair
Sherry serves as the Director for Women's Initiatives at Leadership Network, where her passion for helping women reach their leadership potential shines through.
She joined Leadership Network in 2008 with an extensive background in ministry, most recently serving as Central Support Pastor for Seacoast Church in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.
Join us for a panel interview with Tammy Kelly (Ginghamsburg, Willow Creek and The Chapel) and Missy Hannon (Living Hope), two Executive Pastors who speak from experience in leading as a woman in the XP role.
We'll discuss topics ranging from how to strengthen your partnership with the Senior Pastor to shaping the culture of the church and growing in decision making confidence.
You'll have the chance to ask your burning questions in an open discussion format. All Executive Pastors welcome!
Phil Taylor—Church Planting & the XP
Phil is the XP of Terra Nova Church, a church plant in Troy, New York. Read about his "Climbing Down the Ladder" and "Letters from the Front Lines of Church Planting. Whenever possible, Phil attempts to promote and serve the XP community within the Acts 29 Church Planting Network of which he is a member. Phil will lead this session with assistance from other pastors involved in church planting.
Phil describes the workshop: "There are a growing number of Lead Pastors in church plants that are recognizing the need to partner with an Executive Pastor or someone with those skills. The XP in a church plant functions differently than in a larger, more established setting. This is due to a number of factors such as the initial size of the church, the entrepreneurial nature of church planting, the total lack of pre-existing systems, an undefined church culture, little or no staff and volunteers who almost all need extensive training. In addition, a church plant is a moving target. You build a system that works for your core group of 50, then you launch, grow to a 100 and your system is shot. So you build a new system and a year later you’ve doubled or tripled again, and the systems need to be trashed and rewritten. All of this happens with hardly any money and a staff of volunteers who are still a little fuzzy on the vision. Welcome to the world of church planting! Come to the workshop to discuss these and other issues related to the church planting XP.”
Also, Phil will be hosting a church planters meet and greet party at The Old Monk during the conference. Email him to receive an invite with all the details, phil@terranovachurch.org
Jim Tomberlin and Jim Kuykendall:
Multi-Sightings—What's on the Horizon?
Currently over 2,000 churches across America have multiple venues or campuses with 30,000 predicted in a few short years. The strength of the multi-site strategy lies in its ability to adapt, innovate, develop, and replicate in any situation regardless of church size.
This workshop will look at the breakthrough ideas and best practices that are propelling the multi-site movement forward and just might work in your church. Led by multi-site pioneers Jim Tomberlin of Third Quarter Consulting and Jim Kuykendall of Cross Timbers Church in Argyle, Texas. Read the case study about Cross Timbers.
Joe Ward is the XP of Walnut Ridge Baptist of Mansfield, Texas. Joe has become passionate about the P.E.A.C.E. Coalition. Read about the P.E.A.C.E. Plan.
"I am working with Dave Arnold in the DFW area to try to engage business people and church leaders to get this coalition going. The coalition desires to bring together one billion Christians to "attack the five global, evil giants of our day." It's great when an XP is passionate about direct ministry!
Joe is bringing the Director of the P.E.A.C.E. Coalition, Dave Arnold. Dave is the former XP of Saddleback Church.
Josh Whitehead—The Challenges of Explosive Staff Growth
Josh is the XP of Faith Promise Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. His case study will be featured in the morning. Add this up: 30% staff growth for two years, a first time XP and under 30, reorganization and realignment of staff structure and compensation, very casual work environment and strategic use of consultants. Faith Promise Church has a strong vision and during his three years leading, Faith Promise has almost doubled in weekly attendance to 2800 people.
This afternoon workshop is designed for those who desire to go deeper into the case, to discuss the issues at length with the author. Bring your questions for an intriguing session to discuss how Faith Promise Church has met the challenge of explosive growth.
Enjoy the great sermon promotion that Faith Promise used (right).
