Conferences

Hickory, NC • October 17

»Keynote Speakers

Phil Downer

Phil Downer serves as President of the Discipleship Network of America. He speaks across the nation to men and is the author of Eternal Impact. Phil served in Vietnam as a Marine machine gunner, was a lawyer and senior partner in an Atlanta law firm and served ten years as President of CBMC.
www.dnaministries.org

Carey Casey

Carey Casey is Chief Executive Officer of the Kansas City-based National Center for Fathering. Carey has earned a reputation as a dynamic communicator, especially on the topic of men being good fathers. He’s known as a compassionate ambassador, particularly within the American sports community. He is also author of the book, Championship Fathering – How to Win at Being a Dad (2009). Since 2009, Carey has served on the White House Task Force on Fatherhood and Healthy Families. He also serves as a member of the executive committee of the National Fatherhood Leaders Group, which promotes responsible fatherhood policy, research, advocacy and practice.
www.fathers.com

»Location

Lakeview Baptist Church
4080 N Center St
Hickory, NC 28601
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»Conference Host

Strong Lead
1151 18th Ave NE
Hickory, NC28601
828.320.3204
www.StrongLead.org

»Seminars

A “How to” on Controlling Your Thoughts Mark Smith, Youth Minister • Lakeview Baptist Church, Hickory, NC

Any Dad Can Be a Hero for Christ Alan Melton, Founder • Disciple Like Jesus Ministry, Greer, SC

Breaking It Down - Loving, Coaching and Modeling Carey Casey, CEO • The National Center for Fathering, Shawnee Mission, KS

Creation Worldview - Understanding Biblical Creation from a Scientific Perspective Dr. Stephen Merrill, • , Taylorsville, NC

Dads and Sports - Intentional Spiritual Leadership on the Field and Court Carey Casey, CEO • The National Center for Fathering, Shawnee Mission, KS

Equipping Men for Better Bible Study Ministry Relations Staff, • Logos Bible Software, Bellingham, WA

God's Radical Definition of Masculinity Paul Downer, Director of Operations • Discipleship Network of America, Signal Mountain, TN

Got Game? – Strong in the game & Strong in Christ This seminar is for EMERGING MEN (age 13-19) Jamie Johnson, Co-Founder • Crossfire Ministries, Asheville, NC

How to Enjoy Being a Grandparent to the Extreme This seminar is for SEASONED MEN (age 55+) Darryl Sheggrud, Director • Men's Ministry Network, Fort Wayne, IN

Love, Sex, Accountability, and Marriage God's Way! Phil Downer, President • Discipleship Network of America, Signal Mountain, TN

Men's Bonus Session This seminar is for PASTORS ONLY Darryl Sheggrud, Director • Men's Ministry Network, Fort Wayne, IN

Motivate Your Men to Meet the Needs Spectrum in Your Church Herb Reese, Founder and President • New Commandment Ministries, Broomfield, CO

No Man Left Behind – How to Develop Intentional Ministries & Discipleship for Men Bruce Schronce, President & Founder • StrongLead Ministries, Hickory, NC

Pro Teams – Creating a Christian network & environment for athletes and coaches Lance Shealy, • Fellowship Of Christian Athletes, ,

Sharing Christ Without Being Hokey, Contrived, or Awkward! This seminar is for EMERGING MEN (age 13-19) Paul Downer, Director of Operations • Discipleship Network of America, Signal Mountain, TN

StrongLead Coaching – Creating a Community of Christian Influence through Local Business Bruce Schronce, President & Founder • StrongLead Ministries, Hickory, NC

The Truth Project – Equipping the Church with Foundational Truths for Impactful Living This seminar is for PASTORS ONLY Ben Rowe, Sr. Pastor • Lakeview Baptist, Hickory, NC