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#SYNERGY2025

WELCOME

Get ready for the exciting Pastors & Leaders Conference 2025! This year, our theme is Synergy, highlighting the incredible power of pastors, leaders, and church members coming together in unity under divine guidance. Experience Holy Spirit-led teamwork that amplifies your efforts and multiplies your impact. Discover how your calling can lead to extraordinary Kingdom breakthroughs. Join us and be part of something truly transformative!

Register today to acquire practical tools for personal growth, leadership, and team development. Registration is $65 through November 2nd and includes breakfast, lunch, and conference materials.

 

CONFERENCE HOSTS/SPEAKERS

 

DR. RAY & Apostle SHARON MCQUEEN

FAMILY LIFE CHURCH
Ray and Sharon McQueen, founders of Family Life Church in Lynchburg, Virginia, have built a ministry addressing the family’s holistic needs: body, soul, and spirit. They are authors and overseers with over 28 years of ministry experience. Apostle Ray’s leadership extends beyond pastoring; he earned a theology degree and serves on boards such as Tony and Cynthia Brazelton’s Sons and Daughters and Victory Christian Ministries International. Apostle Sharon, with degrees in Church Administration and Leadership, is a certified member of the John Maxwell Leadership Team, passionate about training leaders to grow and impact the church. For more, visit https://familylifelynchburg.org.

APOSTLE CHARLES PERRY

WORD OF RESTORATION INTERNATIONAL CHURCH
Apostle Dr. Charles E. Perry, Jr., from Houston, Texas, is the founder and senior pastor of Word of Restoration International Church in Rosharon, Texas. He answered God's call to preach in 1984 under his father, Pastor Charles E. Perry, Sr. His vision was to restore lives with God's Word and build a city for God—the City of Restoration. Under his leadership, the church now has a 48-acre campus called “The City of Restoration,” featuring six facilities totaling 120,000 square feet. For more information, visit his website https://woric.org.

PASTORS ANTHONY & ATINA JOHNSON

KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH
Anthony & Atina Johnson are the founders of Kingdom Life Church in Richmond, VA. Both have passionate yet practical teaching styles and are committed to strengthening families and developing leaders. They believe that every believer can fulfill their God-given purpose and reach their destiny in life. As a pastor, teacher, and author, Pastor Anthony believes that now is the time to make an impact on this generation for the Kingdom of God! For more information, visit their website www.kingdomlifeva.com.

APOSTLE DOMINIC & PASTOR NEDRA OWENS

RISEN CHURCH
Dominic and Nedra Owens are the pastors and founders of Risen Church in Florence, SC. They have both served in ministry for over 20 years. Apostle Dominic and Pastor Nedra are certified members of the John Maxwell Leadership Team and founders of the Transformation Alignment Leadership Institute. The Owens are recognized for their passion for helping others achieve success. They aim to reach people who have “given up on church” but not “given up on God," as well as those seeking 'more.’ Their ministry focuses on promoting healthy marriages and relationships. Their mission is to make Christ appealing and to show everyone that being a Christian is not boring. For more information, visit their website www.risen-church.org.

 

SENIOR PASTORS, WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP 1

From Guest to Family: The Assimilation Journey (Pastors Anthony & Atina Johnson)

Proven systems to move visitors from first-time guests to fully engaged, growing members of the church.

WORKSHOP 2 (Apostle Dominic & Pastor Nedra Owens)

Multiplying Leaders: Developing Staff, Lay Leaders, and High-Impact Volunteers

A strategic approach to leadership pipelines, mentorship, and equipping leaders for ministry excellence.

WORKSHOP 3

Marketing: Attracting and Reaching your Community

Clarify who you are as a church, what you offer, and why people should come – through online advertising, video content, local community outreach (evangelism in action), and word of mouth.

LEADER AND TEAM WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP 1

Called to Lead: Stepping Boldly Into Your God-Given Role (Minister Shantay Jackson-Hicklen)

Helping leaders embrace their unique calling with confidence, clarity, and humility.

Ignite the Fire: Mobilizing Volunteers for Kingdom Impact (Deaconess LaVonne Mack)

Creating a culture of service that recruits, trains, and empowers people to serve with passion and purpose.

Leading from the Inside Out: Character Before Calling (Elder Sydelle Watts)

Developing spiritual maturity, integrity, and personal wholeness as the foundation for leadership while avoiding the trap of perfectionism.

WORKSHOP 2

Building Healthy Leadership Teams: We, Not Me (Vhuthuhawe Thomas)

Practical strategies for team building, succession planning, and creating a culture of honor and collaboration.

Faith Over Fear: Leading Through Change and Uncertainty (Elder Lucas Brown)

Courageously embracing growth, transitions, and new seasons of leadership.

Grace Under Fire: Handling Criticism and Rejection in Leadership (Minister Khalilah Greene)

Developing resilience, humility, and wisdom when facing opposition or tough seasons.

WORKSHOP 3

Leading with Love: Conflict Resolution and Correction Without Losing Connection (Deacon Antwan Coleman)

Navigating tension with compassion, empathy, and Kingdom-centered responses.

Balance & Boundaries: Mastering Time, Priorities, and Peace (Deaconess Janice Hamlin)

Avoid burnout, maintain balance, and cultivate rhythms of rest and spiritual renewal. Stay clear of distractions and time-wasters while setting healthy boundaries for sustainable leadership. Keep a spiritually strong home front while leading others effectively.

Special Needs, Mental Health, and the Church (Nicole Wright)

Building awareness, compassion, and practical strategies to serve and support those with autism, mental health challenges, or unique needs.

Registration Fee: $65 (Registration includes Breakfast/Lunch/Conference Materials)

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Thursday

November 6, 2025

6:00PM - Check-in | Doors Open

7:00PM - Main Session (Dr. Ray & Apostle Sharon McQueen)

Friday

November 7, 2025

8:30AM - Light breakfast (On-site/Family Life Cafe)

9:00AM-9:50AM - Main Session (Pastors Anthony & Atina Johnson)

9:50AM - Break (10 min)

10:00AM-10:50AM - Workshop 1

10:50AM - Break (10 min)

11:00AM-11:50AM - Workshop 2

11:50AM - Break (10 min)

12:00PM-1:00PM - Workshop 3

1:00PM - Break (Lunch provided in the conference room)

1:30PM - Senior Pastors ONLY Church Tools / Leveraging Technology for Greater Reach | Breeze CHMS

6:30PM - Check-in | Doors Open

7:00PM - Main Session (Apostle Charles Perry)

Saturday

November 8, 2025

8:30AM - Light breakfast (On-site)

9:00AM-9:50AM - Main Session (Apostle Dominic & Pastor Nedra Owens)

9:50AM - Break (10 min)

10:00AM-10:50AM - Panel Discussion/Q&A (Pastors Donald & Marilyn Haydel)

10:50AM-11:00AM - Closing Prayer/Dismiss

FAQ’s

Are there refunds available if I am unable to attend?

Thank you for understanding that your Leadership Registration is non-refundable.

Are children allowed at the Leadership Conference?

While families are important to us, this is an adults-only event. Therefore, childcare will not be provided.

Who can attend the leadership conference?

The leadership conference is mainly designed to train and equip pastors, church leaders, and their teams (paid staff and volunteers). However, many of the principles and materials shared can also be applied to business owners and those who lead in the marketplace.

Where can I find the Leadership Conference Schedule?

The schedule for the Leadership Conference can be found here!

If I have a question about my registration, whom do I contact?

If you have any questions about your registration, please email our office at info@familylifelynchburg.org or call 434.534.6904 during office hours, Monday through Thursday, from 9am to 3pm.

Can I watch the event online?

We appreciate the understanding that the Leadership Conference is an in-person-only experience and will not be available to watch online during or after the event.

Will the lunch provided include a gluten-free option?

Yes! When you register for the conference, you can select the gluten-free meal option.

What is the dress attire for the leadership conference?

Business casual.

Family Life Church reserves the right to change the dates of the Leadership Conference in the event of unpreventable circumstances. If dates do change, you will be notified immediately with options for the next steps. All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.