October 10–11, 2025
Lebanon Methodist Church | Hanover, VA
Friday: 7:00–9:00 PM | Saturday: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
Free Leadership Conference
Join us for Equipped to Lead 2025—a free, two-day leadership conference designed to equip and strengthen ministry leaders of all kinds. Through hands-on sessions led by experienced leaders, you'll gain practical tools, biblical insight, and renewed vision for your ministry.
Session Tracks:
Inductive Bible Study – Dr. Brian Russell
Grow in your ability to study, teach, and preach Scripture with clarity and confidence. This interactive session will walk you through developing dynamic Bible studies and sermons, featuring completed studies on Jonah and Philippians.
Pre-work encouraged: reading guide, short video series, and optional practice exercises.
Follow-up resources available after the conference.
Children's Ministry – Catherine Burton
Build a vibrant ministry that reaches kids and families. Learn how to disciple children, empower volunteers, and create engaging, faith-filled spaces where young hearts grow in Christ.
How to Reach, Keep & Disciple Youth & Young Adults – Dr. David Burke
Discover practical, time-tested strategies to reach and disciple the next generation. Topics include relational ministry, launching or growing youth/young adult ministry, and navigating today’s culture with grace and wisdom.
