Roundtable Attendees

Madison Grundy

3 yrs. at Reverb Church

Kids Director

I’m looking forward to...

“I am looking forward to connecting and learning!”

Joseph Cannizzaro

10 yrs. at Church of the King

Youth Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with other churches and learning from more experienced leaders.”

Bradley Berg

8 yrs. at Shoreline Church

Youth Minister / Facilities

I’m looking forward to...

“I'm looking forward to sharing experiences and learning better ways to engage the next generation.”

Whitney Berg

8 yrs. at Shoreline Church

Youth Minister

I’m looking forward to...

“I'm interested in learning from what others are doing that’s working well, sharing ideas, and gaining fresh inspiration from one another. I love thinking strategically about ministry and exploring new approaches, and I’m always open to rethinking my methods if there’s a better way. I’m excited to learn from others’ experiences, challenge my own thinking, and walk away with new ideas I can put into practice!”

Vince Parker

18 yrs. at Life.Church

Sr Central Ministry Leader of Switch and Internships

I’m looking forward to...

“Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new friends!”

Amy Sloan

1 yr. at Calvary Church

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting new people and learning together!”

Landon Sloan

3 yrs. at Calvary Church Naperville

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Growing!”

Nick Montgomery

9 yrs. at National Community Church

Middle School Youth Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Seeing some familiar faces and being there with more members of my team!”

Drew Nguyen

6 yrs. at Milestone Church

Next Gen Pastor

JC Mahaffey

2 yrs. at Legacy Church

Executive of Next Gen

I’m looking forward to...

“Dynamic conversations with incredible people.”

Alex Blythe

1 yr. at OneHope UK

Regional Director UK

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with great people and gleaning their insights about young people and the Church.”

John Garrison

12Stone Church

Lead Kids Pastor

Drew Robinson

2 yrs. at Coastal Community Church

Youth Director

I’m looking forward to...

“I am looking forward to learn from people further along the way and connect with leaders who get it.”

Jalon Humphrey

1 yr. at Life.Church

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“To hear all that God is doing in other ministries, and spending time with those in the same calling as me :)”

Annanda Pope

9 yrs. at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale

Calvary Kids Director

I’m looking forward to...

“This is one of my favorite gatherings of the year! I'm excited to reconnect with old friends, and make new ones.”

Jeanna White

25 yrs. at Grace Family Church

Executive Pastor of Family Ministry

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m looking forward to seeing how God is at work around the world and dreaming alongside leaders who share my heart for helping families follow Jesus and raising up the next generation to lead.”

Brianna Nelson

10 yrs. at Church of the Highlands

Highlands Kids Operations Director

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m so excited to connect with others in kids ministry! I’m looking forward to learning from one another, sharing ideas, and growing together as we find new ways to best serve the next generation.”

Caleb Jones

5 yrs. at Community Bible Church

Lead Student Pastor - Central Campus

I’m looking forward to...

“This will be my first roundtable, so I'm looking forward to meeting the people involved and taking in the experience for the first time. I have heard incredible things about this event! Can't wait to connect, dream, learn and grow!”

April Graham

18 yrs. at Bayside Community Church

Bayside Kids Executive Director

I’m looking forward to...

“So excited to see all of my Kid Min friends and to learn and grow together!”

Andrew Prescott

12 yrs. at Oaks Youth

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Building something together”

Jennifer Barden

22 yrs. at NewSpring Church

KidSpring Creative Director

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m looking forward to seeing friends I’ve made at the Roundtable in years past and hearing all the new things OneHope has discovered about the next generation this year. And I’m looking forward to worship, always!”

Antonio Valido

9 yrs. at Christ Fellowship

Associate Director of Students

I’m looking forward to...

“Learning best practices from other churches and building relationships.”

Kylynn Hopkins

3 yrs. at Grace Church Houston

Youth Dream Team Coordinator

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with new people!”

Sara Hanna

16 yrs. at Church of the Highlands

Highlands Kids Executive Director

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m looking forward to connecting with friends in children’s ministry and having meaningful conversations about how we can best reach, disciple, and develop the next generation.”

Jon Rush

2 yrs. at Scroll Co. / Manna Creator Club

CEO / President

I’m looking forward to...

“I love being in a room where people are trying to solve future problems with ancient truths and practices of the church and the word of God. One Hope is such a special group of people with such an amazing legacy and anytime that I can get in a room like that and be a small part of solutions so that the next generation has their faith secured. I get pumped.”

Joshua Lemke

1 yr. at River Valley Church

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“It will be my first year attending so I am just excited to see what God is going to do!”

Lou Holzapple

13 yrs. at Shoreline Church

NextGen Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting and establishing new relationships so we can all enhance our children's ministry and bring Jesus to the next generation!”

Isaac Ramirez

3 yrs. at Calvary Christian Center

Central Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Connect with leaders of similar outlook Parent resource Date and details on discipiling the next generation”

Katie LeBlanc

3 yrs. at River Valley Church

Next Gen Creative Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Connection & growth!”

Ellie Beard

5 yrs. at River Valley Church

Kids Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I am looking forward to hearing about new ministry initiatives, growing in my knowledge of next gen ministry and creating new connections with other pastors!”

Brittany Strange

3 yrs. at River Valley Church Shakopee Campus

Kids Ministry Lead

I’m looking forward to...

“Excited to learn, grow and make connections with other churches!”

Andrae Jones

15 yrs. at One Community Church

Children's Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I always look forward to the fellowship, friendships, and new data.”

Karena Brown

2 yrs. at Victory Church

Executive Coordinator

I’m looking forward to...

“Looking forward to reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new people, and stoking the fire to better equip and support parents as they raise Gen Alpha to follow the Lord.”

Andrea Fisher

5 yrs. at Victory Church

Executive Children's Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m looking forward to learning how we can better support the transition from 5th grade into Youth, identify and close gaps in that process, and discover new ways to better relate to the 9–14 age group.”

Grayson Pruitt

4 yrs. at River Valley Church

Youth Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Fresh word from God, learning more leadership, new statistics”

Jackson & Christina Sandefer

5 yrs. at Youth Alive North Texas || TheGospel.co

Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting new people, receiving new resources, tackling youth ministry issues together”

Evan Risinger

1 yr. at Faith Promise

Student Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m looking forward to seeing awesome people, and to epic collaboration and innovation.”

Destin Frost

8 yrs. at Connect Church

Next Gen Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with other pastors along with getting more acquainted with Gen Alpha and discipleship strategies”

Cam Attard

2 yrs. at OneHope

IT

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting new people and expanding my perspective.”

Jonna Meidal

15 yrs. at Substance Church

Central KIDS Pastor / Curriculum Specialist

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting new people! I can't wait to learn from other people and leave feeling inspired!”

Michael D'Cunha

3 yrs. at Reverb Church

Generations Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Looking forward to connecting, collaborating and encouraging one another and learning from everyone.”

Surima Duckworth

14 yrs. at Lifepoint Church

Director of Kidspoint

I’m looking forward to...

“Reconnecting with some people, gaining some fresh vision for kids ministry, and collaborating with others to help the Church advance for the sake of the next generation.”

Emily Galante

6 yrs. at Radiant Church

Central Kids Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with other kids directors and pastors from around the globe!”

Chase Depew

4 yrs. at Faith Promise

Campus Pastor / Central Student Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Insight into reaching and disciplining students!”

Eran Holt

10 yrs. at Lead the Generation

President

I’m looking forward to...

“Connections”

Tim Smith

7 yrs. at Faith Church

Next Gen Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Growth and connection!”

Jessica Holzapple

13 yrs. at Shoreline Church

NextGen Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“All things new! I am excited to jump in, gain new relationships, and grow. I am grateful to have a seat at the table and am looking forward to hearing how God is moving throughout the church.”

Levi Spangrud

Youth Alive Minnesota

District Missionary

Julie Radeke

8 yrs. at Eagle Brook Church

Director of Kids Ministries

I’m looking forward to...

“Coming together for a collective purpose - investing in relationships and shared vision!”

Damon Passons

14 yrs. at Hope Fellowship

Lead Children's Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I'm looking forward to community and learning all the things I don't know”

Joseph Kellogg

Victory Church Tulsa + Healthy Youth Ministry

Lead Youth Pastor & Founder

I’m looking forward to...

“Seeing old friends and making new ones. But ultimately connecting and collaborating with other NextGen leaders and being in a space that we can build something together.”

Susanna steele

11 yrs. at Radiant church

Youth pastor

Kristen Rogers

9 yrs. at Faith Promise Church

Central Kids Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with friends and building new relationships! Generating new ideas for more kids to learn and grow in a relationship with Jesus!”

Phil Johnson

2 yrs. at MN District Assemblies of God

Youth Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Connection and Community”

Rachel Sanders

13 yrs. at Newspring Church

Student Experience Coordinator

I’m looking forward to...

“I am excited to meet new people who are also in youth ministry. I can't wait to learn from everybody and hopefully make new connections with Churches!”

Vince Parker

18 yrs. at Life.Church

Sr Central Ministry Leader of Youth and Internships

I’m looking forward to...

“connecting with old friends and making new ones.”

Luke Graham

17 yrs. at Bayside Community Church

Executive Director of Next Gen Resourcing

I’m looking forward to...

“Growth, inspiration, connection.”

Terri Kelly

25 yrs. at Seacoast Church

Pastor of Seacoast Kidscoast Ministry

I’m looking forward to...

“Exploring new and creative ways to equip volunteers and partner with families in discipling the next generation.”

Josh Ray

24 yrs. at Seacoast Church

Pastor of Student Ministry

I’m looking forward to...

“Building existing friendships with great kids and youth pastors and creating new ones!”

Dylan Arms

13 yrs. at Springwell Church / Dylan Arms Kids Worship

Artist / Songwriter

I’m looking forward to...

“I’m really looking forward to connecting with other leaders who care deeply about reaching kids and families, hearing what others are building, and learning from one another. I’m especially excited for conversations around how music and creative resources can help kids engage with Scripture and grow in their faith.”

Aimee Farquhar

12 yrs. at Victory Church

Victory Kids Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting, Refreshing, Being encouraged and challenged & stirred for what is ahead!”

Katie Maciel

2 yrs. at One Hope

Director of Digital Engagement

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with other passionate Next Gen leaders on how we empower this age group to be disciples!”

Cherie Duffey

22 yrs. at NewSpring Church

KidSpring Children's Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Learning and spending time with other leaders! It's always a value to our team!”

Michele Jones

11 yrs. at Victory Church

Victory Kids Team Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Pour in by the team leading us, community with those in kids ministry, and fresh ideas to bring home.”

Ashley Hackney

7 yrs. at Faith Promise Church

Central Ministries Operations Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Making new connections and working on what is next for Kids and Student ministry with OneHope”

Ashley Klein

3 yrs. at Grace Church Houston

Kids Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Learning from other ministries, hearing research, brainstorming, and learning more about One Hope has been working on.”

Kayleigh Link

7 yrs. at Seacoast Church

Central Kidscoast Ministry Leader

I’m looking forward to...

“Having everyone in Charleston!”

Delia Cornwell

8 yrs. at Radiant Church

NextGen Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“I'm looking forward to learning from everyone else in the room!”

Nic Bryan

3 yrs. at YouVersion / Life.Church

NextGen Product Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with other ministry leaders across the country and learning more about what youth pastors are hearing and seeing within this generation of youth.”

Shelby Colman

13 yrs. at Christ Fellowship

Kids Director

I’m looking forward to...

“Building relationships & learning more on impacting the next generation!”

Tyler Gay

8 yrs. at Christ Fellowship Church

Director of Students and Young Adults

I’m looking forward to...

“Learn from others and build new friendships!”

Caleb Ritchie

1 yr. at Organization - OneHope

Comms & Church Partnership Manager

I’m looking forward to...

“Meeting new people! Excited to glean, learn and grow as well as making new friendships”

Hykeng Paul

14 yrs. at NewSpring Church

Fuse Director

I’m looking forward to...

“To learn and make relationships”

Diana Burnett

1 yr. at YouVersion

Product Manager

I’m looking forward to...

“I'm most looking forward to building some new relationships and hearing different perspectives on how we can continue to reach the next generation in this quickly changing landscape. I think we're in an incredibly exciting time in history and we have a great opportunity and responsibility to find innovative ways to keep kids & teens engaged when there are so many things pulling their attention in other directions. Really excited about the time we'll have together!”

Tyler Bates

4 yrs. at Amazing Life Foundation

Chief Content Officer

I’m looking forward to...

“Community and hearing about what God is doing in the Church.”

Will Perry

14 yrs. at Hope Fellowship

Lead Student Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Seeing friends, making new connections, and learning together.”

Sam Midgett

1 yr. at Lakepointe Church

Central Student Pastor

Ryan McDermott

16 yrs. at Christ Fellowship

Teaching Pastor & Senior Executive Director of Family Ministry

I’m looking forward to...

“My favorite gathering of the year. Has to miss last year so just excited to be back in the room.”

Larry Cramer

8 yrs. at CCV

Kids director

I’m looking forward to...

“Hanging with everyone”

Andy Kirk

5 yrs. at OneHope

Global Children’s Ambassador

I’m looking forward to...

“Seeing Matt Gorman”

Shawn Hyde

2 yrs. at Bayside Church

Family Life Pastor

I’m looking forward to...

“Honestly, I’m just really looking forward to being in the room with everyone. The community is always a huge part of it for me—getting to connect with other leaders, learn from what they’re seeing and doing, and just build together. I always walk away with fresh ideas, stronger relationships, and a bigger vision for what could be.”

Justin Edge

20 yrs. at Life.Church

Central Ministry Leader - LifeKids

I’m looking forward to...

“Connecting with like minded leaders!”