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Ed Stetzer, Ph.D. is Dean and Professor of Leadership and Christian Ministry at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University and serves as Distinguished Visiting Scholar at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. A leading voice in church leadership, mission, and evangelism, Ed has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, trained leaders on six continents, and authored more than a dozen books. He also serves as Regional Director for Lausanne North America, Editor-in-Chief of Outreach Magazine, and Scholar in Residence and Teaching Pastor at Mariners Church. Ed will join us to share practical insights on helping churches innovate, adapt, and faithfully advance the mission of the gospel in a rapidly changing culture.

Libin Abraham is the Lead Pastor of Bent Tree Bible Fellowship, one of the most innovative churches in America. Under his leadership, the church grew by 6% last year and celebrated 104 baptisms. Libin holds an M.Div. from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Pastoral Ministry from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Passionate about disciple-making and church renewal, he will join us to share insights on creating a culture of evangelism and effectively transitioning leadership to the next generation.

David Kinnaman is the CEO of Barna Group, a leading research and communications company that serves churches, nonprofits, and businesses around the world. Since 1995, Barna has directed interviews with more than two million individuals and overseen thousands of U.S. and global research studies, making David one of the most trusted voices on faith, culture, and the future of the Church. He is the bestselling author of Faith For Exiles, Good Faith, You Lost Me, and unChristian. David returns to Amplify to share the latest research on churches and evangelism, offering practical insights and innovative approaches to help churches faithfully navigate and meet the challenges of our cultural moment.

Eli Bonilla Jr. is a pastor, speaker, and author passionate about equipping leaders and reaching the next generation with the gospel. He is the author of Mixed and the forthcoming book Death to Self-Help, which challenges a culture of self-improvement with a biblical vision of ministry rooted in surrender to Christ. Eli serves as Next Gen Regional Co-Chair for North America with Empowered21, National Next Gen Director for the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), and Regional Youth Director for the Church of God Gulf-Rio Grande Region. He also serves on the pastoral staff of Abundant Life Church in San Antonio, Texas. At Amplify, Eli will lead an evening session focused on helping pastors cultivate long-term resilience, remain faithful to their calling, and lead with endurance in ministry.

Sharonda Cooper is a Bible teacher, author, and passionate advocate for evangelism. She serves on the Women’s Initiatives Team at The Gospel Coalition and is the author of Evangelism, part of The Gospel Coalition’s Disciplines of Devotion series, as well as Wisdom for Parenting. She has also coauthored Turn Your Eyes and contributed to Fruitful and Unto Us. Sharonda holds engineering degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is currently pursuing her M.Div. in apologetics and philosophy at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Drawing from her experience engaging unchurched people in Scripture, Sharonda will share practical ways churches can help people encounter Jesus through studying the Bible together.

J.R. Briggs, D.Min. is the founder of Kairos Partnerships, an organization dedicated to servin and equipping leaders through coaching, consulting, teaching, and speaking. With more than 1 years of pastoral experience and a passion for helping leaders grow in both faith an effectiveness, J.R. works with churches, nonprofits, businesses, and educational institution across the country. He serves as Director of Leadership and Congregational Formation for Th Ecclesia Network and as a guest instructor in graduate leadership and spiritual formatio programs. J.R. is the author of several books, including The Art of Asking Better Questions, Th Sacred Overlap, Fail, and Eldership and the Mission of God. At Amplify, he will explore ho curiosity, thoughtful questions, and grace can help Christians engage spiritually curious peopl more effectively.

Eli Bonilla Jr. is a pastor, speaker, and author passionate about equipping leaders and reaching the next generation with the gospel. He is the author of Mixed and the forthcoming book Death to Self-Help, which challenges a culture of self-improvement with a biblical vision of ministry rooted in surrender to Christ. Eli serves as Next Gen Regional Co-Chair for North America with Empowered21, National Next Gen Director for the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), and Regional Youth Director for the Church of God Gulf-Rio Grande Region. He also serves on the pastoral staff of Abundant Life Church in San Antonio, Texas. At Amplify, Eli will lead an evening session focused on helping pastors cultivate long-term resilience, remain faithful to their calling, and lead with endurance in ministry.

Tod Bolsinger, Ph.D. is a leadership coach, author, and Associate Professor of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary. A former pastor of 27 years, Tod now serves as co-owner and principal of AE Sloan Leadership, where he helps church, nonprofit, and marketplace leaders navigate change and lead with resilience. He is the author of nine books, including the influential Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory and Tempered Resilience: How Leaders Are Formed in the Crucible of Change. Drawing from decades of leadership experience, Tod will lead a practical session on guiding churches through change, equipping pastors to navigate the challenges and opportunities that come with innovation and reaching more people with the gospel.

Eli Bonilla Jr. is a pastor, speaker, and author passionate about equipping leaders and reaching the next generation with the gospel. He is the author of Mixed and the forthcoming book Death to Self-Help, which challenges a culture of self-improvement with a biblical vision of ministry rooted in surrender to Christ. Eli serves as Next Gen Regional Co-Chair for North America with Empowered21,National Next Gen Director for the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC), and Regional Youth Director for the Church of God Gulf-Rio Grande Region. He also serves on the pastoral staff of Abundant Life Church in San Antonio, Texas. At Amplify, Eli will lead an evening session focused on helping pastors cultivate long-term resilience, remain faithful to their calling, and lead with endurance in ministry.