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SBC Student Ministry Micro-Conference

June 8, 2026

Orange County Convention Center

Room 311 - A-D, 9 AM to 11 AM

Join us for a Morning of  Free Training for
Student Pastors and Next Gen Ministry Leaders

Join us at the 2026 SBC Student Ministry Micro Conference

 

Join Student Pastor and Next Gen Leaders for a Morning of Equipping and Community
In partnership with the SBC Pastors’ conference, this is a strategic gathering for student ministry and next gen leaders who recognize that this generation is being formed in real time by forces most churches are still trying to understand.

Spend the morning with SLU and hear from pastors, Next Gen leaders, and influential practitioners, as they address key ideas, pressures, and cultural shifts that are shaping Gen Z and Gen Alpha. This micro-conference is designed to help leaders think clearly, lead faithfully, and minister confidently in a rapidly changing world.  Attendees will leave feeling equipped as the speakers tackle defining issues every student leader must be prepared to navigate. This morning will be filled with Ted-Talk style sessions followed up with real-time small group discussions.

Bonus Experience: A Conversation with a Ministry Legend
Participants will have rare, close-up access to a student ministry legend with over 50 years of faithful experience as he discusses why student ministry matters. This is an opportunity for honest dialogue, practical wisdom, and personal encouragement you simply cannot get from a stage.

If you care about helping students follow Jesus in today’s world, this micro-conference is for you.

Come ready to think deeply. Lead boldly. And leave equipped to serve this generation with clarity, courage, and confidence.

This is more than a morning. It is encouragement for the calling you carry and training for the impact you make. Come be refreshed, refocused, and re-equipped to help students become lifelong disciples of Jesus.

Speakers

Dr. Jay Strack

Founder-President Emeritus

Jeff Wallace, Ph.D.

Chief Strategic Officer of SLU

Chase Allen

Next Gen Pastor at First Baptist Church Umatilla

Tom Cooney

Lead Director of Student Ministries at Calvary Church

Ethan Crowder

Lead Pastor at Central Church

Nate McKnight

Safety Harbor Campus Pastor at Calvary Church

Jace Thomas

Student Pastor at Prince Ave Baptist Church

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Should Attend?

All student ministry and next gen leaders who recognize that this generation is being formed in real time by forces and who desire to be equipped further in this calling.

Is registration required?

Yes, even though it’s free, registration helps us plan seating and materials.

Do I need to be registered for the SBC Annual Meeting to attend this micro-conference?

Yes, all attendees must be registered for the SBC Annual Meeting in order to attend.

Is Seating Limited?

Yes so register early to secure your spot.

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