Seminars

Luis Beltre

Waynesboro and Highland District

Gospel Connections: Speaking the Language of a New Generation

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

Evidence shows that we have transitioned from a fact-based culture to a community-based culture.  What does this mean for the church’s mission to reach the next generation of Christians? How can we learn to share the Gospel in a language that speak to a new generation beyond baby boomers and Generation X? Join Pr. LuisBeltre as he dives into the ideas that have given shape to the new generation and discover new and creative ways to share the Gospel.

Renee Hallman

Pastoral Ministries Associate for Ministry Development – Potomac Conference

A Woman After God’s Heart

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

We will discover ways for women to dig into thoughtful Bible study and respond to God in their daily walk. There will be a demonstration of a devotional quiet time with elements of worship and response. Be prepared for creativity and inspiration as we deepen our relationship with Jesus. Bring a Bible, a journal, an open heart, and a friend for this fun, interactive workshop.

Steve Leddy

Evangelism & Church Planting Director

Vital Churches: The 2 Keys to Revitalizing Your Church

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am


For churches to grow, there must be systems to help members grow. Together, we will discover how churches move from maintaining programs to developing disciple makers and releasing people to use their God-given gifts in meaningful ministry. Participants will leave with practical principles and biblical insights to help create a culture in which every member is excited to be engaged in the church’s mission.

Damein Johnson

Pastoral Ministries Associate – Potomac Conference

The Secret Game Leaders Play

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

As humans, there are hidden games we play in our parenting, our marriages, our professional roles, and, yes, in church leadership. Most times, it’s hidden even to us. In this seminar, we will learn how to recognize and tame the inner attitudes that sometimes steer our leadership off course. 

Angeline D. Brauer

Director of Health Ministries – North American Division

Mission Revitalization: How Restoration and Relationships Rekindle Mission

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

In an age of burnout and fragmentation, the Church is called to restore credibility and compassion through practical, relational ministry. This session presents a simple, repeatable model that unites healing, teaching, and outreach into one system of restoration. Discover how the Health Everlasting framework can help your church move beyond programs to presence—renewing trust, transforming discipleship, and reigniting mission momentum.

Kathleen Coleman

Health Everlasting Coordinator – North American Division

Mission Revitalization: How Restoration and Relationships Rekindle Mission

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

In an age of burnout and fragmentation, the Church is called to restore credibility and compassion through practical, relational ministry. This session presents a simple, repeatable model that unites healing, teaching, and outreach into one system of restoration. Discover how the Health Everlasting framework can help your church move beyond programs to presence—renewing trust, transforming discipleship, and reigniting mission momentum.

John Nixon II

Vice President for Pastoral Ministries

Anyone Can Preach

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

Unlock the confidence to share God’s Word with clarity and purpose. Anyone Can Preach is a practical, no-frills seminar designed to help everyday believers craft and deliver meaningful messages. Whether you’ve never preached before or just want a simpler approach, you’ll leave equipped with tools you can use right away.

Amilcar “AJ” Gröschel, Jr.

Vice President for Administration

A More Excellent Way: How to Make Much Wiser Decisions

Thursday at 9:00/11:00 am repeats Friday at 9:00/11:00 am

Why do good people sometimes make terrible decisions? How should Christians think about difficult moral questions in an increasingly complex world? In this seminar, we’ll introduce the foundations of Biblical and Theological Ethics through a practical, engaging, and deeply relevant exploration of Scripture, highlighting how the Old and New Testaments approach ethical decision-making and the major frameworks people use to determine right and wrong, while also offering a practical 7-step model for making Bible-based ethical decisions in real life. This seminar will challenge the way you think, strengthen the way you decide, and help you pursue “the more excellent way” of Christian living.

Will Smith

Founder/Author, Lifting As We Climb

How to Give an Effective Bible Study

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

This class will offer practical skills for giving an effective Bible study and highlight some mistakes people make when giving one. Also, the class will learn how to handle some objections people have when talking to Adventists.

Melvin King

Pastor – Hyattsville & Capital Chinese District

The Pure Word Paper Trail

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

Confused by the “alphabet soup” of Bible versions—NIV, ESV, KJV, NASB, NLT? This seminar takes you behind the scenes of the world’s most translated book to explore how the Bible has been preserved, translated, and studied through history. From the Dead Sea Scrolls to the debate between “word-for-word” and “thought-for-thought” translations, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how ancient Greek and Hebrew became modern English—and how to study Scripture with greater confidence and clarity.

Anthony Nix

Pastor – Harrisonburg English and Spanish District

Jesus in Context

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

In this seminar, we will explore a fresh look at Jesus in the context of the ancient Near East in Jesus’ time. We will discover how he was viewed by those who heard his teachings and explore what Jesus sought to accomplish and why he taught what he did. Finally, we will discuss why it matters to you in 2026. 

Cedric Chintembo

Pastor – Petersburg, Ford & Yale District

Go Fish: Timeless Mission in a Changing Culture

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

A practical and biblical seminar exploring Christ’s call to be fishers of men, how the church can remain faithful to the gospel while adapting methods to reach different generations and communities today. A forward-looking seminar examining lessons from thriving mission territories around the world and how those principles can be applied in North America, including digital evangelism, lay mobilization, and community engagement.

Griselda Jobe

Pastor – Piney Forest & Martinsville District

Grace and Optimism: Building a Resilient Christian Mindset

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

This seminar will focus on the interplay of grace in faith and the resilience that a positive mindset can bring in the Christian journey.

Scott Young

Pastor – Courthouse Road Church

Not Completely Seen

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

How does the Bible describe the One who is beyond full human description? In prayer, we often praise God for what He has done, but not as often for who He is. This seminar will help us see how Scripture reveals God’s character so that we can praise Him more fully for who He is.

Chris Seeley

Pastor – Stafford, Orange & Culpepper District

Tithing and the New Testament Believer

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

Today, many Christians believe that tithing was practiced only in the Old Testament and thus should not be part of a believer’s life in modern times. Delivered in two 1-hr workshops, Tithing and the New Testament Believer-Part 1 and Tithing and the New Testament Believer-Part 2, Pastor Chris Sealey takes you on a journey through Scripture to see what it says about tithing and, more importantly, our hearts.

Alexander Kolarski

Pastor – Church Planter, Living Well

Digital Outreach: Social Media Lab

Thursday at 1:30/3:30 pm repeats Friday at 1:30/2:30 pm

This seminar is a high-intensity practicum focused on modernizing digital evangelism. You will be introduced to cutting-edge AI tools that will help you share the Good News in the digital world.

Naeemah Shakir

Director – Exalted Valley Ministries

Thursday at 1:30 & 3:30 pm 

Rediscovering Hope: Moving from Survivor to Thriver – Part 1

You survived—but God created you to thrive. If hardship, trauma, or prolonged stress have left you living in survival mode, this session will offer biblical encouragement, guided reflection, and practical tools to help you rediscover healing, identity, and purpose. Come be refreshed and reminded that your story is not over, hope is still alive, and thriving is still possible.

Rediscovering Hope: Moving from Survivor to Thriver – Part 2

Ready to move beyond survival? This follow-up seminar focuses on practical steps for lasting transformation through biblical insight, guided exercises, and tools for everyday life. Learn how to break free from limiting beliefs, strengthen your foundation of hope, reconnect with who God created you to be, and move forward with renewed clarity, purpose, and confidence. Where there is movement, there is hope.