Speaker Bios

Ed Robb

Ed founded The Woodlands United Methodist Church nearly 30 years ago.  As a leader with great vision and great faith, he has established a thriving congregation that is one of the fastest growing in Methodism today.  His ability to select and support a tremendous staff allows the church to be dedicated to reaching ministries and go where God points...no matter how many simultaneous directions at a time.

 

Leonard Sweet

Currently professor of evangelism at Drew Theological School, and visiting professor at George Fox University, Leonard Sweet is the author of more than one hundred articles, 600 published sermons, and thirty books.  Sweet's web-based preaching resource Wikiletics.com is the first open-source preaching resource on the web. Founder and President of SpiritVenture Ministries, Sweet is a frequent speaker and conversation partner at conferences around the globe. In both 2006 and 2007 he was voted "One of the 50 Most Influential Christians in America" (www.thechurchreport.com).  His weekly free podcast is called "Napkin Scribbles," and a longer subscription-based weekly podcast is available from WiredParish.com.

 

Mike Slaughter

As Chief Dreamer of Ginghamsburg Church, Mike is a catalyst for change in the worldwide church. His dynamic teaching, heart for the lost, and innovative approach to ministry has led Ginghamsburg Church to outgrow all paradigms for a church in a cornfield. Mike’s call to afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted will challenge attendees to wrestle with God and their God-destinies.

 

Jason Hildebrand

Jason is a professional actor, dramatist, and performance coach. He has performed in theatre, film, and television and continues to tour the globe with his acclaimed solo performances. Jason also works with organizations, theatre and film companies, and educational institutions in various capacities throughout North America and Europe.  Jason has an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from York University in Toronto, Canada, which he completed after one year of theological study. (www.jasonhildebrand.com)