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WHERE GREAT MINDS REUNITE
The Church and Technology Summit Conference has over 35 dynamic speakers lined up to deliver thought-provoking General Sessions and targeted Breakout Sessions that will help you implement new technologies to your church.
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AGENDA KEY
Track 1:
Lead & Executive Pastors
Track 2:
Emerging Technology/IT
Track 3:
Creatives & Communications
Track 4:
Production Engineering & Technology
Track 5:
Church Administration
Track 6:
Leadership Development
Track 7:
Worship Tech
Fireside Chat
Exhibitor Spotlight
*All sessions listed below are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)
OCT. 7
DAY 1: REGISTRATION
Registration
Starts at 1:00 PM(CST)
Location:
The Gaylord National Harbor
Welcome to the Church & Technology Summit! We are thrilled to have you join us here in the DMV. Stop by the CTS Registration Desk to pick up your credentials and get ready for three and a half days of motivation and inspiration.
Exhibitor Expo & Welcome Reception
Starts at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM(EST)
Location:
The Museum of the Bible
Start your conference out on the right foot by meeting your peers at the Opening Night Welcome Reception at The Museum of the Bible. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres as you mix and mingle with your fellow attendees as we enjoy a private tour of the museum.
OCT. 8
DAY 2
General Session:
Opening Keynote
Speaker:
TBD
Duration:
1 hr
9:00 am
10:00 am
BREAK
Workshop:
3 Ways Pastors Can Clone Yourself w/ AI
Speaker:
Kenny Jahng
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
AI: The Future of Ministry is Here - Are You Ready?
Speaker:
Josh Burnett
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Ministry Growth Ladder Session 1
Speaker:
Konan Stephens
Duration:
1 hr
10:15 am
Workshop:
Mastering Multi Camera Production to Create Effective & Engaging Content
Speaker:
Graeme Spencer
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Social Media Branding
Speaker:
Michael Fisher
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Using The Google Ad Grant to Reach Your Community
Speaker:
Jono Long
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Are Today's Musicians Relevant in Tomorrow's Church w/ Technology
Speaker:
Jonathan Brown
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
The Creative's Guide to Carrying Vision
Speaker:
Brian Taylor
Duration:
1 hr
11:15 am
BREAK
Workshop:
Preach Smarter: Ethical Sermon Preparation Using AI
Speaker:
Josh Burnett
Duration:
1 hr
Fireside Chat:
The Metaverse: Devil's Playground or The Churches Next Mission Field
Speaker:
Stuart McPherson
Duration:
1 hr
Masterclass:
The Emotionally AND Spiritually Healthy Leader
Speaker:
Gary Fowler
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Why Your Church Should Use Worship Production Software
Speaker:
Paul Alan Clifford
Duration:
1 hr
11:30 am
Workshop:
Why a Church Needs a Thread
Speaker:
Mark MacDonald
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Fundraising for Churches (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark Whitlock
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Leveraging Technology for Immersive Worship Experience
Speaker:
Meachum Clarke
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Metrics That Matter: Measuring Online Ministry Success
Speaker:
Keshia Dixon
Duration:
1 hr
12:30 pm
LUNCH
1:30 pm
Workshop:
The Secret Sauce Behind Organizing a Successful Virtual Church
Speaker:
Kervance Ross
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
10 AI Tools That Will Change How You Do Ministry
Speaker:
Kenny Jahng
Duration:
1 hr
Masterclass:
6 Phases of a Church
Speaker:
Konan Stephens
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Introduction to Production Engineering in a Church Context
Speaker:
TBD
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Church Near Me: A Guide to Church Growth Through Search Engine Optimization
Speaker:
Jono Long
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Nurturing Faithful Connections: Embracing Relationship Management Systems for Churches & Ministries
Speaker:
Jeff Bird
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Cultivating Healthy Team Dynamics
Speaker:
Brian Taylor
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
3 Practical Steps to Improve Your Website (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark MacDonald
Duration:
1 hr
2:30 pm
BREAK
General Session:
Afternoon Keynote
Speaker:
Steele Billings
Duration:
1 hr
2:45 pm
4:00 pm
NETWORKING RECEPTION
Location
First Baptist Church of Glenarden
End of day. Be sure to explore the beautiful city of Washington, DC. Dinner on own.
OCT. 9
DAY 3
General Session:
Morning Keynote
Speaker:
Nicole Massie
Duration:
1 hr
9:00 am
10:00 am
BREAK
Tech Town Hall @ Church & Technology Summit:
Equipping the Church via Innovative Technologies
Speaker:
Randal Pinkett, Hari Krishna, Brad Hill
Duration:
1.5 hr
10:15 am
11:45 am
LUNCH
Workshop:
Understanding the Role of Social Media in Worship Ministry
Speaker:
Meachum Clarke
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
3 Practical Steps to Improve Your Website (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark MacDonald
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Video Marketing for Churches in the Digital Age
Speaker:
Bernice Loman
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
How to Get the Most Out of ProPresenter 7
Speaker:
Paul Alan Clifford
Duration:
1 hr
12:45 pm
Workshop:
Ministry Growth Ladder Session 2
Speaker:
Konan Stephens
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
AI for Discipleship: Transforming Community Engagement
Speaker:
Josh Burnett
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Fundraising for Churches (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark Whitlock
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Visual Communication: Why It's so Necessary
Speaker:
Kate Wardwell
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Security Grants for Churches
Speaker:
Nick Blevins
Duration:
1 hr
1:45 pm
BREAK
2:00 pm
Workshop:
Leveraging Technology for Immersive Worship Experience
Speaker:
TBD
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Leadership Development Workshop
Speaker:
Kervance Ross
Duration:
1 hr
Masterclass:
Sermon Series Planning
Speaker:
Kate Wardwell
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Co-intelligence: Enhancing Ministry with AI
Speaker:
Josh Burnett
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Beyond the Pews: Strengthening Business Continuity for Church Ministry
Speaker:
Christalyn Baker
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
High Tech & High Touch: Developing Digital Disciples
Speaker:
Keshia Dixon
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Think About How You Think
Speaker:
Gary Fowler
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Leverage Digital Signage
Speaker:
Nick Blevins
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Video Production & Projection for Worship Services
Speaker:
TBD
Duration:
1 hr
2:30 pm
BREAK
General Session:
Afternoon Keynote
Speaker:
Randal Pinkett
Duration:
1 hr
2:45 pm
NETWORKING RECEPTION
Location
First Baptist Church of Glenarden & Fellowship Hall
End of day. Be sure to explore the beautiful city of Washington, DC. Dinner on own.
11:45 am
Workshop:
Audio, Video, Lighting at all sizes
Speaker:
Stephen Kramer
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Reimagining Digital Discipleship
Speaker:
David Brown
Duration:
1 hr
OCT. 10
DAY 4: FINAL DAY
9:00 am
Workshop:
Lead/Executive Pastor Workshop
Speaker:
Nathaniel Green
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Growing Your Church with The Google Ad Grant: Part 2
Speaker:
Jono Long
Duration:
1 hr
Masterclass:
Strategy - The Missing Link
Speaker:
Konan Stephens
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Building & Managing a Production Team for Worship Services
Speaker:
TBD
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Embracing Tomorrow: Future AI Trends for Today's Church
Speaker:
Josh Burnett
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Fundraising for Churches (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark Whitlock
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Security Grants for Churches
Speaker:
Nick Blevins
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
3 Practical Steps to Improve Your Website (MASTERCLASS)
Speaker:
Mark MacDonald
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
The War Room: How to Plan for Innovative & Anointing
Speaker:
Kervance Ross
Duration:
1 hr
10:00 pm
BREAK
Workshop:
Motivation - The Difference Maker
Speaker:
Gary Fowler
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Bringing Your Church Into the Metaverse Mission Field
Speaker:
Stuart McPherson
Duration:
1 hr
Masterclass:
Leadership Development
Speaker:
Nathaniel Green
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Things You Didn't Know ProPresenter 7 Could Do.
Speaker:
Paul Alan Clifford
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
What Church Leaders Need to Know About Intellectual Property
Speaker:
Jeff Bird & Kelli Emery
Duration:
1 hr
10:15 am
Workshop:
Incorporating Interactive Worship Elements w/ Mobile Apps & Devices
Speaker:
Meachum Clarke
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
What Church Communication Tools Are Next
Speaker:
Mark MacDonald
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
From Pulpit to Pixel: Revitalizing Ministry Outreach Through Creative Content
Speaker:
Brent Latin
Duration:
1 hr
Workshop:
Should You Livestream Services?
Speaker:
Nick Meo
Duration:
1 hr
11:15 am
BREAK
General Session:
Closing Keynote
Speaker:
Nicholas Skytland
Duration:
1 hr
11:30 am
Thank you for attending Church & Technology Summit! See You Next Year!