SPEAKERS
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RON LUCERon is the President and Founder of Teen Mania Ministries, a Christian youth organization that has reached millions of young people worldwide. For 22 years, Teen Mania has directed, trained and equipped teens to fulfill their destiny. Teen Mania includes such ministries as Acquire the Fire, Global Expeditions, Extreme Camps and the Honor Academy. In a given year, Teen Mania ministers to well over 100,000 teens across North America. Ron passionately declares the truth of the Gospel without compromise as he challenges teenagers to take a stand for Christ in their schools, communities, and throughout the world. |
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JOEL STOCKSTILLJoel is the pastor of 220, which is the revolutionary youth ministry of Bethany World Prayer Center in Baton Rouge, LA. He has raised up hundreds of leaders who currently disciple over 7,000 students in weekly cell meetings. 220 reaches students throughout the region through services, cell meetings, college campus outreaches, and clubs in junior highs and high schools. They have a goal to reach over 20,000 young people across the city of Baton Rouge. Pastor Joel also mentors youth pastors worldwide as a result of his desire to see a generation transformed by the Cross. |
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KARI JOBEKari Jobe is one of the most genuine and authentic worship leaders you will find. Creator of popular worship songs such as Revelation Song, No Sweeter Name, and My Beloved, Kari has just won two 2010 Dove Awards and was also nominated for New Artist of the Year. She has worked with leading Christian artists like Chris Tomlin, Paul Baloche, and Mia Fieldes. She currently serves as a worship leader at Gateway Church under Pastor Robert Morris. Her passionate worship is contagious and inspiring! |
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MARK PETTUSMark is the youth pastor at Chris Hodges’ church, Church of the Highlands. He is an incredible leader oozing with wisdom. We cannot wait to hear him challenge us with practical thoughts that have helped shape one of the most dynamic youth ministries in the nation. Mark and his wife Jill have been on staff at Highlands for 2 years. They live to see this generation put their lives into motion. They have a 6 month old baby boy, Landon, and a dog named Zari. |
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DAVID WENZELDavid Wenzel is the Content Development Partner at Dot&Cross, a creative integrated media company working with talented communicators such as Rob Bell, Francis Chan, Donald Miller, Tim Keller, Marcus Buckingham, Josh Shipp, and Matthew Sleeth. David is responsible for engaging the creative process by discovering new ways to develop and present meaningful content through mediums including short and feature film projects, TV shows, published content, educational curriculum, live events and online content. David will impart the creative and practical things needed to add value to your media team. |
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JACOB & HANNAH OUELLETTEJacob and Hannah’s specialty is bringing innovation and creativity into the culture of youth ministry. They are the youth pastors of Ignited Student Ministries at Cornerstone Church in Highland, MI. The youth ministry has grown from a small youth group into a powerful youth movement of over 600 teens in a township without a high school. Jacob & Hannah train youth leaders nationwide with Teen Mania. Their passion is to see youth programs have a greater impact in their area. Both are graduates of Oral Roberts University, and they currently have two children. |
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IGNITED STAFFThe strength of Ignited lies within its powerful and creative team of leaders. At this conference, the Ignited team will motivate and inspire you to effectively minister to thousands of teens. In each breakout you will learn practical tools that will enable you to shape your students and leaders. Our heart is that you experience the inner workings of Ignited, and leave inspired to lead your ministry into all God has for the future. |
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IGNITED BANDThe Ignited band is composed of both students and adult leaders who are passionate for God. Our heart is to usher people into the presence of God and facilitate an atmosphere of authentic worship. Our goal is to make God known, and raise up students who unashamedly worship God not just in our services but in the decisions they make while in Ignited and as they leave our ministry. The Ignited team will be joining with Kari to give insight on leading students into worship as well as equipping them to take worship to the next level. |
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MORE TO COMECheck back for other great speakers that will be bringing the heat in October. Besides our guest speakers listed, we have a full lineup of leadership experts that will help shape all facets of your ministry team. Each has a passion to change this world for Christ. Get ready for some dynamic times of ministry. |










