Classes & Speakers
This year, we will have classes based on our eight characteristics of healthy churches, plus four ministry classes. Each class will be presented twice, so you will have the opportunity to attend two classes at the event.
Classes Based on the 8 characteristics of healthy churches

Strategic Clarity: Reflecting on the Past, Engaging the Present, Preparing the Future

Presenter:
Karen Cress, DSL
CEO, Culture Shift LLC

Empowered to Empower: Strengthening Yourself While Building Others

Presenter:
David Zaid
Pastor, Philadelphian Church

Inviting God into Our Conflict: A Path to Peace in Every Relationship

Presenter:
John Strehle
Pastor, Camarillo Church

Go Deep! Go Wide! Go High!

Presenter:
Terrance Taylor
Pastor, Breath of Life Church

Transforming Bible Study in 4 Simple Steps

Presenter:
Pastor Jim Park, Ph.D.
Volunteer Director, Sabbath School, Personal Ministries, Pacific Union Conference

Seeking the Shalom of the City: The Church in the New Mission Field

Presenter:
Manny Arteaga
Director of the Center for Urban Mission, General Conference & Pastor, White Memorial Church

The Ripple Effect: Disciple-Making for Multiplication and Maximum Impact

Presenter:
Danny Chan, D.Min.
SCC Executive Secretary/Ministerial Director

The Steward’s Calling: Managing God’s Resources With Integrity

Presenter:
Kathleen V. Diaz
SCC Treasurer/CFO

Teach Me This One Thing: How Prayer Changes Churches, and YOU

Presenter:
Marco Topete
Pastor, Palmdale Church
Ministry classes
Little Disciples, Big Impact

Presenter:
Jaime Heras, D.Min., CFLE
Director, SCC Children’s & Family Ministry
Reaching Gen Z Today

Presenter:
Paulo Tenorio
Director, SCC Youth Ministries
Young Adults—Your Ministry Questions Answered

Presenter:
Geoff Sewell, M.D., FACP, MAPM
Director, SCC Senior Youth & Young Adults Ministries
Intro to “Frame” by Adventist Connect for Your Church Website

Presenter:
Lauren Lacson, M.A.
Director, SCC Communication & Media Production

