Karl comes to us from Fountain City, California.  He produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive and has authored 5 books.  His heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing.  He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone.

Joe Epley is the Network Student Ministries Director for the Montana Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God, based in Billings. Appointed in March 2023, he previously served as a youth and associate pastor in Baker, MT, for 10 years and focuses on rural ministry, community outreach, and leadership development.

Phil Wilson:  Connections Team Lead/Pastor, Canvas Church since 2014.

Jay Gallatin:  Drawing from a rich background in church leadership, Jay has faithfully served the local church in various capacities for many years. Presently, he occupies a central role in the daily operations of New Life Church, offering inspirational leadership to the staff and ministries.

Karl comes to us from Fountain City, California.  He produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive and has authored 5 books.  His heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing.  He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone.

Karl comes to us from Fountain City, California.  He produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive and has authored 5 books.  His heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing.  He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone.

Dave Phillips is the Superintendent of the Montana Ministry Network and Joe Eply is the Montana Student Ministries Director.

Originally from Northern Ireland, Andrew has been in active ministry for over 30 years and travels extensively sharing the Christian message in a creative, humorous and challenging style.  He is committed first and foremost to building local churches and raising up multigenerational leaders.  As the husband to Isabelle and father of four children, life is never dull, however, he still finds the time to enjoy running, mountains and French food!

Originally from Northern Ireland, Andrew has been in active ministry for over 30 years and travels extensively sharing the Christian message in a creative, humorous and challenging style.  He is committed first and foremost to building local churches and raising up multigenerational leaders.  As the husband to Isabelle and father of four children, life is never dull, however, he still finds the time to enjoy running, mountains and French food!

Jada Morgan lives in Baker, Montana. She is a Preacher, Teacher, Speaker, Writer. Igniting passion, illuminating purpose, and changing the world one disciple at a time.

Originally from Northern Ireland, Andrew has been in active ministry for over 30 years and travels extensively sharing the Christian message in a creative, humorous and challenging style.  He is committed first and foremost to building local churches and raising up multigenerational leaders.  As the husband to Isabelle and father of four children, life is never dull, however, he still finds the time to enjoy running, mountains and French food!

Originally from Northern Ireland, Andrew has been in active ministry for over 30 years and travels extensively sharing the Christian message in a creative, humorous and challenging style.  He is committed first and foremost to building local churches and raising up multigenerational leaders.  As the husband to Isabelle and father of four children, life is never dull, however, he still finds the time to enjoy running, mountains and French food!

John Zick serves as the National Director of Ministerial Advancement for the Assemblies of God, USA. With over a decade of ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals walk in their God-given design. John is the author of the book Called, a resource that equips believers to embrace and live out their unique calling. He and his wife, Alicia, live in Springfield, Missouri, with their two sons, Oliver and Emerson.

Dr. Allen Tennison has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years in the Midwest and on the West Coast.  He has also worked in higher education for over 20 years, as both a professor and dean.  He is currently serving as a theological advisor to the national leadership of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, MO.  Dr. Tennison and his wife Rhonda have been married for 15 years, have one ten-year old son, and serve as foster parents.

John Zick serves as the National Director of Ministerial Advancement for the Assemblies of God, USA. With over a decade of ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals walk in their God-given design. John is the author of the book Called, a resource that equips believers to embrace and live out their unique calling. He and his wife, Alicia, live in Springfield, Missouri, with their two sons, Oliver and Emerson.

Dr. Allen Tennison has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years in the Midwest and on the West Coast.  He has also worked in higher education for over 20 years, as both a professor and dean.  He is currently serving as a theological advisor to the national leadership of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, MO.  Dr. Tennison and his wife Rhonda have been married for 15 years, have one ten-year old son, and serve as foster parents.

John Zick serves as the National Director of Ministerial Advancement for the Assemblies of God, USA. With over a decade of ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals walk in their God-given design. John is the author of the book Called, a resource that equips believers to embrace and live out their unique calling. He and his wife, Alicia, live in Springfield, Missouri, with their two sons, Oliver and Emerson.

Dr. Allen Tennison has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years in the Midwest and on the West Coast.  He has also worked in higher education for over 20 years, as both a professor and dean.  He is currently serving as a theological advisor to the national leadership of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, MO.  Dr. Tennison and his wife Rhonda have been married for 15 years, have one ten-year old son, and serve as foster parents.

John Zick serves as the National Director of Ministerial Advancement for the Assemblies of God, USA. With over a decade of ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals walk in their God-given design. John is the author of the book Called, a resource that equips believers to embrace and live out their unique calling. He and his wife, Alicia, live in Springfield, Missouri, with their two sons, Oliver and Emerson.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Dr. Allen Tennison has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years in the Midwest and on the West Coast.  He has also worked in higher education for over 20 years, as both a professor and dean.  He is currently serving as a theological advisor to the national leadership of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, MO.  Dr. Tennison and his wife Rhonda have been married for 15 years, have one ten-year old son, and serve as foster parents.

Dr. Allen Tennison has served in pastoral ministry for over 15 years in the Midwest and on the West Coast.  He has also worked in higher education for over 20 years, as both a professor and dean.  He is currently serving as a theological advisor to the national leadership of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, MO.  Dr. Tennison and his wife Rhonda have been married for 15 years, have one ten-year old son, and serve as foster parents.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Pete Hartwig serves as the lead pastor of City Church in Charlottesville Virginia (1997-present). He provides oversight for the pastoral team and lay-leaders as together they live into City Church’s vision: Calling people to Follow Jesus, Grow Together & Serve Others. As a pastor, Pete believes his calling is to listen to God, listen to people and teach from the Scriptures. Pete has a ministerial passion for reaching university communities, specifically The University of Virginia located in Charlottesville.  Outside of City Church Pete journeys along side of academic, business, and community leaders of the greater Charlottesville area.

Prior to his time at City Church, Pete served as a campus pastor at Princeton University from 1988-1997.  He holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies, a Masters in Counseling and Doctorate of Ministry in Leadership. He and his wife Fran have three grown children. Pete enjoys UVA sports, is an avid outdoorsman, and loves to eat cheeseburgers with friends.

Donna L. Barrett, is the General Secretary of the General Council of the Assemblies of God. As General Secretary of the Assemblies of God, U. S. A., part of the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, she is a member of the denomination’s Executive Leadership Team and Executive Presbytery. Barrett stewards the credentialing process of ministers, oversees the chartering of churches and the collection of official statistics.

The denomination has nearly 13,000 congregations in the United States with over three million adherents. The U.S. Assemblies of God is part of a larger World Assemblies of God Fellowship with a membership of over 69 million.

Prior to her election as General Secretary, Barrett was a church planter, serving as Founder and Lead Pastor of Rockside Church in Independence, Ohio. Following seven years as a paralegal, Barrett became a credentialed minister in 1986. She served ten years as Youth Pastor at Highway Tabernacle Assembly of God in Youngstown, Ohio, followed by seven years as Associate Pastor at Bethel Temple in Parma, Ohio.

While pastoring, she was elected by her peers to serve the Ohio Ministry Network as an elected General Presbyter and an Executive Presbyter for four years each.

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Dave is the founder of Outward Focused Network. While serving the Northwest Ministry Network as Associate Network Leader, Dave created OFN in 2015, training numerous leaders and churches in Washington and Idaho, along with strategic partners around the world. Dave currently leads several coaching networks and created an online Outward Focused training course for pastors and leaders.

Dave is the founder of Outward Focused Network. While serving the Northwest Ministry Network as Associate Network Leader, Dave created OFN in 2015, training numerous leaders and churches in Washington and Idaho, along with strategic partners around the world. Dave currently leads several coaching networks and created an online Outward Focused training course for pastors and leaders.

Donna L. Barrett, is the General Secretary of the General Council of the Assemblies of God. As General Secretary of the Assemblies of God, U. S. A., part of the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, she is a member of the denomination’s Executive Leadership Team and Executive Presbytery. Barrett stewards the credentialing process of ministers, oversees the chartering of churches and the collection of official statistics.

The denomination has nearly 13,000 congregations in the United States with over three million adherents. The U.S. Assemblies of God is part of a larger World Assemblies of God Fellowship with a membership of over 69 million.

Prior to her election as General Secretary, Barrett was a church planter, serving as Founder and Lead Pastor of Rockside Church in Independence, Ohio. Following seven years as a paralegal, Barrett became a credentialed minister in 1986. She served ten years as Youth Pastor at Highway Tabernacle Assembly of God in Youngstown, Ohio, followed by seven years as Associate Pastor at Bethel Temple in Parma, Ohio.

While pastoring, she was elected by her peers to serve the Ohio Ministry Network as an elected General Presbyter and an Executive Presbyter for four years each.

Dave is the founder of Outward Focused Network. While serving the Northwest Ministry Network as Associate Network Leader, Dave created OFN in 2015, training numerous leaders and churches in Washington and Idaho, along with strategic partners around the world. Dave currently leads several coaching networks and created an online Outward Focused training course for pastors and leaders.

Russ Smith is married to his high school sweetheart. They have six children and twelve grandchildren. Four of their children are biological and two they had the high honor of adopting into their family. Russ grew up the youngest of six in a blue-collar, middle-income family. Behind closed doors was violence, abuse, rejection, and pain. All of this led him to a life of drug addiction. After being set free from drugs, Russ became a pastor and has served people with life-advice for 32 years.

Donna L. Barrett, is the General Secretary of the General Council of the Assemblies of God. As General Secretary of the Assemblies of God, U. S. A., part of the largest Pentecostal denomination in the world, she is a member of the denomination’s Executive Leadership Team and Executive Presbytery. Barrett stewards the credentialing process of ministers, oversees the chartering of churches and the collection of official statistics.

The denomination has nearly 13,000 congregations in the United States with over three million adherents. The U.S. Assemblies of God is part of a larger World Assemblies of God Fellowship with a membership of over 69 million.

Prior to her election as General Secretary, Barrett was a church planter, serving as Founder and Lead Pastor of Rockside Church in Independence, Ohio. Following seven years as a paralegal, Barrett became a credentialed minister in 1986. She served ten years as Youth Pastor at Highway Tabernacle Assembly of God in Youngstown, Ohio, followed by seven years as Associate Pastor at Bethel Temple in Parma, Ohio.

While pastoring, she was elected by her peers to serve the Ohio Ministry Network as an elected General Presbyter and an Executive Presbyter for four years each.