PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF CANADA

John Albiston is a globally recognized church vitality expert with over 25 years of leadership experience, having coached 120 Canadian churches to a 68% growth rate and trained 1,300 pastors across 10 denominations in Tanzania. As a keynote speaker and strategist, he’s empowered leaders in Ukraine, Thailand, and beyond with practical systems for growth, team development, and governance. Drawing from his roles as an Effectiveness Coach, Executive Pastor, and one of the founders of the Church Vitalization Summit, John delivers actionable insights to transform churches into thriving, purpose-driven communities.

THE UNSTUCK GROUP

Amy Anderson has served on the lead team at The Unstuck Group since 2016, including eight years as the Director of Consulting. During this time she has served over 150 churches, helping them design ministry, staffing & multi-site strategies that aligns and fuels their mission. Prior to joining the Unstuck team, Amy served as the Executive Director of Weekend Services at Eagle Brook Church in the Twin Cities, helping the church grow from one location of 3,000 to six locations with over 20,000 gathering each weekend. Her husband is the Lead Pastor at Crossroads Church in Woodbury, MN.

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

Dr. Mike Clarensau is a church consultant, college professor, freelance writer, and also now serves as the Statistician for the General Council of the Assemblies of God. He formerly served as Director of the Healthy Church Network and the Acts 2 Journey Initiative and continues to write and coordinate church health research for those efforts and others. He has traveled extensively, speaking in camps, conferences, and churches across the nation. He recently spent seven years filling the role of Dean of the College of Bible and Church Ministries for Nelson University in Waxahachie, TX. Among the churches they have led, Mike and his wife Kerry pastored Maranatha Worship Center in Wichita, Kansas, for ten years. They have also filled other district and national roles for the Assemblies of God. Mike has authored numerous books, including When Prophets Want to Die, Subject to Change, A Spirit-Empowered Life, From Belonging to Becoming,Give Them What They Want, and We Build People. Mike and his wife Kerry now reside in Camas, Washington, where they enjoy spending time with their two sons, two beautiful daughters-in-law, and six amazing grandchildren.

HOPE CITY CHURCH, AB

Phil is the Lead Pastor at Hope City Church in Edmonton, Alberta.  Hope City is a multi-site, multi-service church that has experienced an amazing move of God over the past few years.  They have a vision of reaching one percent of Edmonton and are praying for and believing God for this.  Phil is passionate about next gen leaders and reaching those far from Jesus. He also has the privilege to pour into multiple lead pastors across our nation in a coaching/mentoring role.  Phil has been pastoring for 28 years in the PAOC. He is in his twenty-sixth year of marriage to his wife Marla, and together, they have two daughters. He is also an avid Oilers fan which has its ups and downs.

THE BIBLEPROJECT

Based in Portland, Mike combines over two decades of experience in community building, hospitality, and Nonprofit Leadership to connect meaningfully with churches, organizations, and global audiences. He is the Director of Global Focus and Strategic Relationships for The BibleProject, a crowdfunded non-profit creative studio dedicated to communicating a single, powerful message to the world: the Bible is one unified story that leads to Jesus. Prior to joining The BibleProject his work included community empowerment projects focused on educational, micro/macro financing projects, conflict resolution, and economic development. He’s married to his brilliant wife, and they have two cats… yes, he’s a cat dad.

COLD LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH, AB

Mark McMillan is the lead pastor of Cold Lake Community Church, where he is passionate about mobilizing the church to reach those far from Christ. As a devoted husband and father of three, he is committed to helping people experience God's presence in their daily lives in order to bring transformation and hope to the community.

CHURCH VITALIZATION CANADA

Jeremiah is an author, speaker, coach, and a founding leader of Church Vitalization Canada. With over 27 years of pastoral experience in both local and global contexts, he brings deep insight into innovative thinking, culturally relevant evangelism, and leadership at every level. His passion for seeing Canadian churches thrive in reaching lost people stems from a strong conviction that the local church is the hope of the world. Known for his creativity, inspiration, and practical wisdom, Jeremiah communicates timeless truths in dynamic and culturally meaningful ways. Whether speaking to leaders, congregations, or communities, he equips and challenges others with fresh perspectives that spark transformation.

PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLIES OF CANADA

Jason Small serves as the Superintendent of the Western Ontario District of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC), overseeing more than 330 churches, 1,200 credential holders, four retreat center campgrounds, and a Bible college. Before stepping into this role, Jason was the Director of the New Churches Network, where he helped plant churches across Ontario. He also served as the Northern Regional Director, providing care for churches in Northern Ontario and coordinating First Nations ministry. Prior to his work with in the PAOC office, Jason and his wife, Carla, planted a church in Waterdown, Ontario, pastored a church in Northern Ontario, and served as missionaries in Hong Kong. He has a deep love for the church in all its expressions and is passionate about helping people step into God’s best for their lives. Jason leads by serving, encouraging, and empowering others to become leaders. He is especially inspired when people explore new and creative ways to share the love of Jesus. Jason and Carla live in Barrie, Ontario. Their two adult children, Grace and Caleb, are both in university. In his free time, Jason enjoys riding motorcycles, playing hockey, and downhill skiing.

THE FELLOWSHIP OF EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCHES

Tim serves as Director of Church Vitality at FEB Central. He grew up in Toronto and trusted in the Lord at a young age. Tim completed a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, Master of Divinity degree at Tyndale Seminary and Doctor of Ministry degree at Denver Seminary, where he wrote his doctoral thesis, Leadership in Church Revitalization. He has served in small, mid-sized and large churches, in rural, suburban and urban settings, and is the author of Next Level Leadership and Church Revitalization network training guides. He has a passion to see churches grow in vitality with an outward focus on sharing the good news of Jesus. Tim lives in Hamilton with his wife Carol and three young-adult children.

MISSION CANADA, TORONTO

Ejay Tupe is an urban missionary and community pastor with Mission Canada, dedicated to serving the diverse community of downtown Toronto. Born in the Philippines, Ejay immigrated to Canada at the age of 11, settling in Mississauga. This early experience fostered his comfort in culturally rich environments and instilled a deep appreciation for diversity and inclusivity. Residing in one of Toronto’s downtown neighborhoods, Ejay emphasizes a ministry of presence, aiming to be a catalyst for transformation. His holistic approach addresses the spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being of individuals. Through Mission Canada, Ejay leads innovative programs that cater to spiritual needs while offering practical assistance, such as organizing community meals, providing counseling, and engaging in advocacy and capacity-building initiatives. Ejay excels in building bridges within the community, collaborating with local businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to create a collective impact that transcends boundaries. He serves as a mentor and friend to many, inspiring others through his genuine empathy and unwavering faith. Whether leading Bible studies in the community or advocating for affordable housing, Ejay’s commitment to justice and compassion is evident. Through his ministry with Mission Canada, Ejay continues to sow seeds of hope and healing, cultivating a community where all are welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.

CHURCH RENEWAL

For over two decades, Tony and Sara have led Evangel Downtown, a thriving, growing church in northern British Columbia. Their journey inspired Tony’s first book, Boondock Church – Small Town, Massive Potential, proving that no place is too small—or too remote—to experience great Kingdom impact. Deeply rooted in their community, they now also serve as the North American Directors for Church Renewal International—a made-in-Canada, interdenominational movement revitalizing the global church—discipling and equipping pastors to renew their churches. As coaches and catalysts for transformation, they have a passion to see leaders experience "zero gravity" in life, walking with Jesus in conversational intimacy, wholeness and freedom. They recently co-authored I Spy Jesus, a fun resource helping parents disciple their children in everyday moments. When they’re not writing, speaking, logged into a Zoom room, or being Papa and Mimi to eight grandkids—you won’t find them, because they’ll be off-grid, deep in the wild and remote corners of the world

GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH, ON

Tim Woodcock is the Lead Pastor of Glad Tidings Church in Burlington, Ontario. GT is a beautiful multi-cultural, as well as multi-generational church that is truly experiencing a fresh move of the Holy Spirit and seeing so many lives healed and restored. With a heart to see Canada experience revival, Tim’s passion is to raise up followers of Jesus who have a passion for both the Word and Spirit and are learning what it means to live under the Lordship of Jesus in all areas of life. Tim’s greatest calling and privilege is that he is the husband of Jennifer Woodcock and the father of three incredible girls, Bella, Eva, and Alyse.