Track 1 • THEOLOGICAL INSIGHTS
Explore the biblical mandate of the multiethnic church and learn how to articulate it succinctly for others.

• Here, There, Everywhere • Jay Kim
  Join Jay to explore how the Holy Spirit empowers us to embody Christ’s vision of a global family. Human strategies fall short, but humility and dependence on God open the way. Learn practical approaches to lead with surrender, courage, and faith in seemingly impossible multiethnic ministry contexts.
• Rooted & Ready • David Rosa Jr.
  In this session, David draws from church planting and The Maroon House to reveal why soul formation and rest are critical for reconciliation. Explore how cultivating spaces that honor cultural identity, deep theology, and authentic practices sustain leaders for the long, hard work of multiethnic ministry and transformation.
• Diversity Wasn’t Our Invention • Chip Freed
  Chip shows how diversity is God’s idea, from Genesis to Revelation. By embracing diversity as God’s value, two congregations—urban African American and suburban Caucasian—experienced exponential growth. Discover how lived diversity accelerates spiritual formation, strengthens congregations, and expands God’s kingdom impact, numerically and spiritually, when embraced as God’s original design.
• From Babel to Pentecost • Dominick Hernandez
  Come explores biblical foundations for multilingual ministry. From Babel to the Old Testament and Pentecost, God used multiple languages to unify His people. Dominick provides practical lessons to advance multilingualism in today’s church, creating spaces where diverse tongues and cultures join together in worship, discipleship, and mission with gospel power.

Track 2 • SOCIOLOGICAL INSIGHTS
Consider the latest research, demographic shifts, and coming trends to more effectively engage an increasingly diverse and cynical society.

• The Multiethnic Church Movement • Michael Emerson
  Come hear Michael reflect on victories, setbacks, and adjusted strategies after 25 years of multiethnic church work. Drawing on his latest books, he invites discussion and introduces the Sankofa journey. Learn how to celebrate progress, confront challenges, and recalibrate strategies for the future of diverse churches pursuing justice and reconciliation together.
• Ties that Bind • Korie Little
  This session fosters authentic community among diverse leaders, offering space to connect, be understood, and strengthen one another in shared ministry. Korie emphasizes the need to build Gospel community among leaders of multiracial churches. Drawing on research with pastors of black and multiracial churches, she highlights their risks, resilience, and lack of institutional support.
• Building Bridges • Eunice Hong & Ken Nehrbass
  Join Eunice and Ken to explore five motives driving cross-cultural engagement, based on field research and interviews. They introduce a Cross-Cultural Posture Assessment Tool to help churches evaluate and strengthen their approach to multicultural ministry. Gain insights into why leaders engage and discover practical ways to deepen intercultural connection.
• Breaking Our Vicious Cycle • George Yancey
  In this workshop, George examines America’s cycle of protest, counterprotest, and stasis in racial conflict. He proposes collaborative conversations that cut through partisanship and division, enabling Christians to work together across theological, political, and cultural divides. This session equips leaders to move past endless debates and pursue constructive, solution-focused reconciliation in Christ.

Track 3 • CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE (CQ®)—Sponsored by MosaixCQ
Explore the why and what of cultural intelligence as a necessary skill for relating effectively with people from different backgrounds and learn how to build CQ® capacity in your church or organization.

• Using Cultural Intelligence • Harry Li
  Join Harry to consider practical ways Cultural Intelligence (CQ) can strengthen your staff team. Drawing from Mosaic Church, he shows how to assess, coach, and cultivate unity across cultural differences. Learn how CQ fosters humility, trust, and shared commitment to Christ’s mission, building healthier teams that thrive in multiethnic ministry contexts.
• Creating a Love-driven Justice Community • Fraser Venter
  Fraser invites you to reframe justice through cultural intelligence. Instead of charity, discover how love forms the foundation of authentic justice communities. Explore your unique role in this work, learning to see neighbors as people to know and honor. Equip your church to embody love-driven justice that lasts.
• Beyond Defaults • Karen Dowling
  Through CQ Behavioral Preferences, reflection, and practice, you’ll learn to stretch beyond comfort zones, adopt a learner’s posture, and flex behaviors meaningfully. In this workshop, Karen helps participants recognize their natural “defaults” in behavior that limit cross-cultural connection. Come discover how intentional adaptability fosters unity in Christ’s body and strengthens cross-cultural relationships that endure.
• Unlocking the Power of CQ • Graham McKeague
  With CQ, you can embed momentum and measure progress in cross-cultural ministry. Come learn how to identify goals, design teaching for adult learners, and evaluate growth as Graham explores CQ as a ministry-shaping tool. This session will equip you to integrate CQ deeply into discipleship, leadership, and organizational development.

Track 4 • TEAM DEVELOPMENT
Discuss the why, how, and what of taking intentional steps to build or become part of a healthy multiethnic staff team.

• People are the Point • Jenni Catron
  A thriving team culture doesn’t happen accidentally—it requires intentional planning. In this workshop, Jenni underscores that people are your greatest stewardship responsibility. Discover how to build an “operating system” that strengthens resilience, fosters health, and aligns values. This session equips leaders to cultivate flourishing teams as the cornerstone of multiethnic ministry impact.
• Intentional Vision Drives Action • Kyle Ray
  Join Kyle to consider how intentionality fuels effective multiethnic ministry. From staff selection to community engagement, intentional vision produces lasting impact. Explore how to align leadership practices with clear direction, creating ripples that influence worship, discipleship, and outreach. This session inspires leaders to move forward with clarity and courage for kingdom impact.
• Essential Constructs & Fault Lines • Mont Mitchell
  Drawing on his experience, Mont shares do’s and don’ts for team building, offering tools to foster resilience and unity. Come discover key structures for multiethnic teams and where fault lines exist that can divide. Learn practical wisdom to avoid pitfalls and strengthen your ministry team for long-term effectiveness and gospel witness.
• Navigating Multiethnic Team Dynamics • Ryan Sims
  In this session, Ryan will help you decode the signals of team development—when to accelerate, yield, or pause. Drawing on lived experience, he unpacks challenges and opportunities in building diverse teams. This workshop equips leaders with practical strategies for navigating complexity, fostering collaboration, and leading with clarity toward unity in multiethnic ministry.

Track 5 • MULTIETHNIC PLANTING
Discover promising practices to help you launch, develop, and sustain a healthy multiethnic church.

• Launching & Leading a Multiethnic Church That Lasts • Naeem Fazal & Kristin Mockler Young
  Come learn with Naeem and Kristin as they share the realities of planting and sustaining multiethnic churches. Through honest stories of struggle and hope, you’ll gain spiritual encouragement and practical insights for launching, rebuilding, or reimagining communities that reflect God’s kingdom with cultural intelligence, courage, and authentic leadership.
• Values & Cultural Practices for Co-leading Healthy Multiracial Churches • Bernard Emerson & Kyle Brooks
  This workshop explores the power of co-leadership in multiracial churches. Bernard and Kyle will highlight essential values and practices that honor cultural differences while fostering unity. Discover practical strategies to navigate tensions, build trust, and cultivate collaboration that produces a healthy, Spirit-filled church culture marked by genuine partnership.
• Launching a Spanish Service • Obe Arellano
  Obe equips English-speaking churches to reach the growing Latino community. Come explore best practices, common pitfalls, and a step-by-step guide for launching Spanish services or campuses. With Latinos projected to become America’s largest demographic, this session provides practical tools to expand your church’s reach, impact, and kingdom witness.
• Tear Down the Walls • Brian Warth
  In this session, Brian calls pastors and planters to courageous leadership in a divided world. Learn how to confront comfort, dismantle silos, and resist tradition-driven models that exclude. You’ll leave with tools to build bold, multiethnic churches that reflect Jesus’ vision of unity, justice, and Spirit-empowered diversity.

Track 6 • HOMOGENEOUS TRANSITIONS
Discover promising practices to help you lead an historically homogeneous congregation or organization in becoming a healthy multiethnic church.

• Thriving in the Transition to Multi-ethnicity • Dorian Botsis & Mike Laurence
  Dorian and Mike share lessons from guiding a 300-year-old church into diversity. This session unpacks the critical stages of transitioning from homogeneity to multiethnicity. Come discover transferable insights, practical applications, and encouragement that will equip you to thrive with confidence as your congregation embraces this challenging yet hopeful journey.
  
• From the Front Lines • Charles Yu & Matt Metzger
  Join Charles and Matt as they reflect on Blackhawk Church’s nine-year journey into multiethnicity. With honesty about successes and setbacks, they will share transferable lessons that can guide your own context. This session provides encouragement, transparency, and practical wisdom for churches moving from homogeneity to becoming healthy, diverse communities.
• Together on Purpose • RJ Strickland & Oscar Acosta
  Come hear RJ and Oscar tell the story of how their congregation moved from being multicultural to truly intercultural. Through successes and struggles, they will share 10 key principles that shaped bilingual worship, shared leadership, and authentic community. This workshop sparks ideas and courage for advancing multiethnicity in your church.
• Becoming a Church that Reflects Its Community • Mark Hearn & Yadira Guevara
  In this session, Mark and Yadira share how one historically white church grew to reflect 60 nationalities in just 15 years. Learn practical transition tips to help any monoethnic congregation become a vibrant multicultural church. Be encouraged that reflecting your neighborhood is possible, necessary, and a true expression of God’s kingdom.

Track 7 • COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Consider unique challenges and how to overcome the obstacles in order to engage the needs of underserved and under-resourced people at the bridge of Christ's humanity.

• Ministry in the Urban Context • Paul Kroger & Lawrence Hicks
  Come explore how starting a nonprofit community development corporation alongside your church can multiply impact. Paul and Lawrence will show how a CDC helps attract investment, leverage partnerships, and expand outreach beyond tithes and offerings. In this workshop, you’ll discover practical ways to extend justice, mercy, and compassion.
• The Gospel for the Whole Person • Brian Dye
  In this session, Brian unpacks Luke 4, where Jesus ministers to spiritual, physical, and social needs. Participants will explore how churches can embody this same wholeness today. Learn practical approaches for engaging neighbors so they experience the fullness of the gospel in both word and deed.
• The Church Has Left the Building • Rodrigo Cruz
  The Antioch church modeled fruitful engagement across cultures, and Rodrigo invites you to consider how. This workshop highlights best practices that translate to our own contexts. Join the conversation and gain tools for leading your congregation beyond its walls into authentic, transformative community witness.
• Building Bridges Between Christ, Community, and Cultures • Damon & Saehee Duran
  In this workshop, Damon and Saehee invite leaders to see their churches as indispensable community stakeholders. Come discover how to build authentic cross-cultural relationships, connect with civic leaders, and co-create solutions with neighbors. You’ll leave with tools to transform your city’s diversity narrative through gospel-shaped unity and love.

Track 8 • CHURCH ECONOMICS—Sponsored by Parable
Learn the why, how, and what of getting beyond tithes & offerings to create multiple streams of revenue by leveraging church assets, blessing the community, and generating sustainable income.

• Missional Imagination • Jay Moon
  Innovation begins with imagination. Jay demonstrates how biblical vision fuels sustainable financial models beyond tithes and offerings. In this session, you’ll discover fresh strategies for connecting with new generations, overcoming financial obstacles, and creating innovative revenue streams that bless communities while ensuring the long-term vitality of your church.
• Resourcing the Mission • Rafael Estrella
  Come hear Rafael explain how to resource a multiethnic, community-engaged church. This workshop provides practical strategies for creating, managing, and deploying multiple income streams. In the process, you’ll discover how faithful funding enables your congregation to expand its impact and secure lasting sustainability for kingdom work.
• Leveraging Church Spaces • Justin Knapp
  Your facility can be more than a meeting place. In this workshop, Justin outlines how to unlock hidden potential by aligning vision with community needs. Learn to develop space-based offerings, ensure security, and craft revenue-generating strategies that serve neighbors while creating sustainable streams of church income.
• Funding Forward • Grace Duddy Pomroy
  Grace shares insights from more than 100 ministries that have embraced creative financial models. This session introduces data, stories, and practical tools to help churches reimagine funding. Join this conversation to discover innovative pathways that strengthen sustainability and deepen impact while remaining faithful to the mission of Christ.

Track 9 • JESUS & JUSTICE—Sponsored by One Race
Explore practical ways to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God and others in the city, understanding that justice is not peripheral but intrinsic to the Gospel.

• Eyes to See • Lisa Rodriguez-Watson
  Justice requires more than action—it requires vision. In this interactive workshop, Lisa introduces the SEE model (Story, Embodiment, Ecosystem) as a guide for reframing justice. Come discover theological grounding and practical tools that will equip your community to join God’s redemptive work through presence, partnership, and place.
• A Spirit-Filled Vision for Justice • Efrem Smith
  In this session, Efrem will present a Spirit-filled vision of justice rooted in the gospel. With biblical clarity and pastoral urgency, he will help churches pursue reconciliation, confront inequities, and lead courageously. Expect both inspiration and practical guidance to advance justice as a core expression of following Jesus.
• Repairing the Ruins • Terry Crist
  Drawing from Isaiah 58 and Nehemiah, Terry shows how leaders can move beyond outrage to restorative action. In this workshop, you’ll explore how prophetic imagination, incarnational presence, and spiritual authority converge in the work of repair. Come learn how Spirit-empowered justice transforms fractured cities and communities.
• De-colonizing the Gospel • Coreen Esplin & Jason Koppen
  The gospel among Native peoples has often been distorted by colonization. Coreen and Jason, joined by Indigenous students, will share history and a Christ-centered way forward. In this session, you’ll see a model of ministry partnership between Natives and non-Natives that heals wounds and advances authentic reconciliation.

Track 10 • IMMIGRANT IMPACT
Given that 95% of net population growth in the US will be from immigrants and their families, consider how and what your church can do to recognize, affirm, learn from, and engage the multiethnic immigrant community already in or soon coming to your community.

• Doing Life Together • Mekdes Haddis
  Traditional charity-based approaches often fall short. In this workshop, Mekdes contrasts them with Christ-centered partnership marked by humility and equity. Come explore how to foster authentic cross-cultural relationships, moving beyond “helping” to embracing immigrants as co-laborers in mission and creating just, mutual, and kingdom-shaped communities together.
• Why Global Mass Displacement Matters • Daniel Yang
  Mass displacement is more than a crisis—it’s a Great Commission opportunity. In this session, Daniel will show how God is at work through global migration and how the church can respond. You’ll be challenged to engage displaced people with urgency, compassion, and gospel-centered purpose for this generation.
• Immigrants—We Get the Job Done • Jacqueline Arellano
  Immigrants are not simply part of the church; they are vital to its future. Jacqueline will share stories, Scripture, and practical insights that highlight their leadership and contribution. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to recognize, empower, and partner with immigrants already shaping God’s mission among us.
• Church Without Borders • Scott Venable & Uyen Holdeman
  The nations are no longer far away—they’re across the street. In this workshop, Scott equips churches to serve, support, and be shaped by immigrants and refugees. Come discover how loving and welcoming newcomers is not political, but biblical, reflecting God’s heart for every tribe, tongue, and nation.

Track 11 • TRADING SPACES
Meet and learn from leaders of color in senior positions of local church or organizational leadership who are today navigating in traditionally white-led spaces.

• Not by Accident • Noemi Chavez
  Presence is powerful. In this workshop, Noemi encourages leaders to bring their full story and perspective into traditionally white-led spaces. Come learn how Spirit-led presence fosters influence, humility, and unity, enabling your leadership to become a living testimony of Christ’s reconciling kingdom.
• Leading a Church without Losing the Church • Libin Abraham
  Navigating change can be daunting. In this session, Libin will share how to unite diverse congregations around Scripture and prayer while maintaining trust. You’ll learn practical ways to lead with wisdom, courage, and grace—showing that transformation is possible without losing influence or compromising vision.
• Holy Boldness • Raj Pillai
  In this workshop, Raj will help you stay rooted in God-given identity while leading transformation with courage and grace. Learn to rally diverse voices, embrace a principle for deeper understanding, and ask empowering questions. Come discover how holy boldness fuels growth and unity in multiethnic ministry.
• Leadership as Creating a Third Culture • Walter Kim
  Leadership is shaped by culture. Walter invites you to explore how heritage informs leadership and how churches can form a shared culture of mission. In this session, you’ll learn from stories and Scripture how to honor differences while creating flourishing communities marked by unity and diversity.

Track 12 • CONTENTIOUS ISSUES
Consider how best to navigate nuance and the complexities of divisive topics that are negatively impacting Christian witness today, and the added challenges of doing so in a multiethnic environment. Topics & descriptions coming soon.

• Leading with Courage in Polarized Times • Sandra Van Opstal
  Divisive issues are unavoidable—but silence or fear is not the answer. In this workshop, Sandra offers pastoral and prophetic wisdom for navigating polarized contexts. Come discover tools for fostering courageous conversations that deepen discipleship, cultivate unity, and strengthen Christian witness in the midst of cultural division.
• Discipling the Divide • Rasool Berry
  In this session, Rasool uses Scripture and current headlines to help churches engage polarization faithfully. Participants will learn practical approaches for discipling people shaped by civic division. Join the conversation to discover how spiritual formation can replace civic deformation and ground believers in hope, truth, and Christ’s kingdom.
• Faithful Engagement in a Complex Culture • Susie Gamez
  In this workshop, Susie provides theological and pastoral insight for responding wisely to today’s cultural complexities. She equips leaders with frameworks for engaging difficult conversations while keeping Christ at the center. Come be encouraged and resourced to guide your church with truth, courage, and compassion.
• The Anatomy of Division • Andy Gray
  Division often runs deeper than we realize. Andy unpacks its biblical roots and introduces a discipleship model that fosters harmony and mutual flourishing. In this session, you’ll discover practical, gospel-centered ways to overcome division, cultivate racial unity, and build resilient communities shaped by the hope of Christ.

Track 13 • FUTURE FORWARD—Sponsored by Mosaix Institute
Sit-in on our live feed with recognized multiethnic church pioneers and practitioners discussing today with the future in mind.

• David Anderson with Michael Emerson, Korie Little, George Yancey & Eunice Hong
  Sociological reflections on the gains and pains of. the past 25 years—hopes and opportunities looking ahead to 2050.
• Mark DeYmaz with Christopher Benek, Chris Williamson, & others TBD
  Disruption—Engaging 21st century complexities including Transhumanism, collaborative justice, women in leadership, Church Economics, and more.
• Mark DeYmaz with Ed Stetzer, Noemi Chavez, Derwin Gray & Greg Nettle
  Pastoral reflections on the gains and pains of the past 25 years—hopes and opportunities looking ahead to 2050.
• David Anderson with Chuck Mingo, Kristel Acevedo, Daniel Yang & TBD
  Now & Next—Navigating cultural shifts to lead with vision in an increasingly diverse society.

Track 14 • ENTREPRENEURIAL ADVANCE
Meet disruptive innovators affecting systemic change today and discover promising practices to expand influence and impact in your own ministry context.

• Entrepreneurship as a Tool for Reconciliation • TBD
  Entrepreneurship can become a gospel tool. In this workshop, Dorena shares creative, faith-driven practices that produce systemic change and expand kingdom impact. Come learn how to engage culture with innovation rooted in Christ, advancing justice and reconciliation through entrepreneurial initiatives that align with mission and unleash transformative influence.
• Side Hustles and Sacred Callings: Thriving in Ministry’s New Reality • Dhati Lewis
  In today’s fast-paced world, the urban missionary wears many hats: pastor, entrepreneur, artist, community builder, often at once. Balancing the demands of side hustles, ministry, and marketplace work can stretch both your capacity and calling. In this session, Dhati will help you thrive navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of these realities.
• Mission Meets Marketplace • Dan Davidson
  Social enterprises can extend your church’s mission and secure sustainability. In this workshop, Dan explains why they matter, how to launch them, and pitfalls to avoid. Come explore practical steps for combining ministry and marketplace in ways that deepen community impact while strengthening long-term financial health.
• Creative Innovation for Kingdom Impact • Tommy Kyllonen
  Creativity and risk can propel the church forward. In this session, Tommy shares stories of entrepreneurial ministry that engage culture with boldness. You’ll be inspired to experiment faithfully, innovate strategically, and build ventures that expand kingdom influence through fresh expressions of the gospel.

Track 15 • WE GOT NEXT
Join and learn from next generation leaders whose churches or organizations are already engaged in shaping the future of the Multiethnic Church Movement and the local communities they serve.

• The Table is the Way • Nirup Alphonse
  Hospitality is more than entertaining—it’s a sacred practice. In this workshop, Nirup explores how open tables create belonging and discipleship for younger generations. Come discover how radical welcome and shared space can transform evangelism and help Gen Z and Millennials encounter Jesus in authentic, life-changing ways.
• The Multicultural Church of the Future, Today • Aaron & Pamela Velazquez
  In this session, Aaron and Pamela share a model of bilingual, multicultural church life. Learn how they overcome language and generational barriers, and how you can do the same. Participants will be challenged to embrace diversity as a reflection of God’s kingdom and to lead with intercultural vision.
• From Margins to Majority • Markus Lloyd
  Power shifts bring temptation. Markus challenges leaders to consider whether the once-marginalized will lead like Christ or like oppressors before them. In this workshop, you’ll learn how humility, holiness, and kingdom-mindedness can break cycles of harm and shape leadership that heals rather than repeats history.
• I Am Timothy • Lauren Carrión
  The next generation isn’t waiting—it’s leading now. In this session, Lauren equips seasoned and emerging leaders to thrive together. Elders will see their ceiling become others’ floor, while younger leaders gain endurance and confidence. Come be inspired to invest in leadership that extends Christ’s mission beyond one lifetime.