Equip U Vision Statement:
Equip U exists to empower today’s leaders with practical tools and timeless wisdom, while igniting a fresh vision for tomorrow. Our heart is to strengthen pastors, leaders, and volunteers to serve with excellence, lead with clarity, and build with confidence for the future.

Why Attend Equip U?
Get Equipped – Gain practical tools and strategies you can apply immediately in your ministry, leadership, and daily life.
Catch the Vision – Be inspired and refreshed with God-given perspective for the future.
Learn from Leaders – Hear from experienced speakers who understand today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Build Connections – Network with pastors, leaders, and other volunteers who share your passion for growth.
Leave Ready – Walk away encouraged, empowered, and equipped to make a lasting impact.

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MAIN SESSION &
 BREAKOUT SPEAKER

Bishop Scott Shephard

International Assistant Director, Ministry of Evangelism

Breakout Session Speakers

Pastoral Breakouts

Location: Conference Room 010

Michael Goins & Brian Rabon

Session 1: Visionary Pastoring

Dr. Bob Gilly

 Session 2: Pastoral Care
Session 3: Pastoral Care

Dr Tom Tatum

Session 4: Pastoral Preaching

Evangelism Breakouts

Location: Youth Hall 025

Matthew Prince

Session 1: The Process of Revitalization.
Session 2: The Process of Revitilization.

Brad Thomas

Session 3: First Impressions, Lasting Impact
Session 4: First Impressions, Lasting Impact

Steve Morrison

Dr. Robbie Crisp

Session 1: Being Christ in your Community
Session 3: Being Christ in your Community

Session 2: Growing Leadership and Experiencing Revitalization
Session 4: Growing Leadership and Experiencing Revitalization 

Womens' Ministry Breakout

Location: Fellowship Hall

Kristin Prince

Sessions 1-4 : Women's Ministry

Music Ministry Breakout

Location: Choir Room 110

Matt Higgs & WNC Music Committee

Sessions 1-4 : Music Ministry

Youth Ministry Breakouts

Location: Youth Hall 025

JV Pender

Session 1: Serve the vision, shape the future
Session 2:   Empowering NOT Control (Developing Life-Giving Leaders)

Matthew Scoggins 

Session 3: Beyond Survival Mode: Growing your ministry for the future.

Justin Sharpe

Session 4: 2026 Vision Casting
(Combined with Kids Ministry)

Kids Ministry Breakouts

Location: Kids Church 026

Chad & Cassie Crisp

Session 1:  Building a Spirit-filled kids Ministry

Angela Pressley

Session 2:  Creating a kids culture that works for your community/church

Tara  Sharpe

Session 3: Ministering to Special Needs Families


*PLEASE NOTE: SESSION 4 WILL MEET WITH YOUTH LEADERS FOR IMPORTANT
2026 VISION CASTING WITH BISHOP JUSTIN  & TARA SHARPE

Church Security Breakout

Location: Kids Church 026

David Laviner 

Session 1: Church Security
Session 2 : Church Security

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