Thursday, April 25, 2024
8am - 12pm
Ohio Union Archie Griffin Ballroom
Despite our incredibly diverse backgrounds, Jesus has given his Church ONE Mission and calls us all to stay ON that mission. Registration closes on April 15th.
The 2024 Leaders Summit is designed to accelerate the ideas and conversations Christian leaders are having around impacting central Ohio. It is a gathering of pastors, nonprofit directors, workplace leaders, and all movement makers who are passionate about taking steps to a more unified Church that is for Columbus.
Speakers & Panels
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Kevin Palau is President and CEO of the Luis Palau Association (LPA). Kevin joined LPA in 1985 and began directing the day-to-day operation of the ministry in the late 1990s. Under his leadership, LPA has united tens of thousands of churches in hundreds of cities to love and serve their communities and clearly share the Good News of Jesus. During Kevin’s time at LPA he has also helped develop a global network of hundreds of partner evangelists and launched a City Gospel Movements effort that helps unite churches to serve their city and proclaim the Good News on an ongoing basis.
Kevin helps lead TogetherPDX, a sustainable, united movement of churches in Portland, Oregon. His book, Unlikely: Setting Aside Our Differences to Live Out the Gospel, describes the ongoing impact of the movement.
Kevin lives in Beaverton, Oregon, with his wife, Michelle, and enjoys serving on the boards of Alpha USA, Christians Against Poverty, and Transforming the Bay with Christ.
Kevin Palau
PANEL 1
ON[e] Mission for the Next Generation
Hear how Gen Z sees the Church’s future and ways you can begin to empower and engage the next generation.
Rayli Boyd, Scarlett Johnson, Deja Onyedumekwu, Josh Underwood
PANEL 2
ON[e] Mission-- Navigating Divide
Hear how pastors are exploring the pivotal role of unity within the church during this election year. Discover actionable insights and collaborative strategies to navigate different perspectives.
Panel Guests:
Julia Pickerill
Senior pastor of Vineyard Columbus
David Swart
Senior pastor of 614 Church
Michael Young
Senior pastor of
City of Grace Church
David Forbes
Senior pastor of Columbus Christian Center
Nick Nye
Executive Director of For Columbus - Moderator
Leaders Summit Schedule
8–9am
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Breakfast & Networking
9am
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Worship & Prayer
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City Vision | Nick Nye
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ON[e] Mission | Kevin Palau
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Collaborative Conversation
10:30am
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Panel 1
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Panel 2
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Prayer & Worship
12pm
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Call to Action
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Parking is Paid…Take someone out for lunch!
ATTEND
If you are the leader of a church, marketplace business, or nonprofit, we'd love for you to make this Leaders Summit a priority on April 25th! Save the date on your calendar, and plan to register by April 15th.
SUPPORT
These endeavors take a financial investment and we'd be grateful for any gifts or support to this initiative. Use the link below to give financially. If you'd like to give your time as a volunteer at this event, contact us on our contact form and let us know!
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