Agenda and sessions
In this fast-paced, 120-minute livestream, you’ll gain a ministry advantage that could shape the rest of your year. This is more than an event—it’s a launching pad for your church’s fall and holiday season. With content for pastors, worship leaders, communicators, admin teams, and volunteers, every church leader will walk away with something of value. It’s a moment to pause, plan, and prepare to shine brighter than ever.
Planning a Christmas service that truly connects with people can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to. This is your opportunity to craft a meaningful, memorable experience that captures the beauty of the season and clearly points people to Jesus. From service flow to special elements—like photo ops, festive music, or warm hospitality—you’ll discover practical ideas for creating a seamless experience that engages both your congregation and first-time guests. Whether your church is large or small, traditional or modern, you can create a powerful moment that helps your community shine the light of Christ this Christmas.
Church leaders are already doing incredible work—but the right systems can make that work even more impactful. In this session, we’ll explore how modernizing financial processes can ease administrative burdens, improve transparency, and help prevent burnout. You’ll gain practical strategies for strengthening stewardship and supporting your team. We’ll also highlight how tools like AvidXchange, in partnership with Ministry Brands, can help bring simplicity and security to your accounts payable workflows.
Music has the unique ability to stir hearts, create connection, and unlock moments of ministry that words alone can’t reach. This session will unpack how churches can harness the emotional and spiritual impact of music to elevate their storytelling, enrich worship environments, and deepen engagement. You’ll discover how the right music—whether during announcements, creative elements, or sermon series—can help tell God’s story in your church in a way that’s unforgettable, meaningful, and uniquely your own.
The holiday season brings a surge in church attendance—and with it, an opportunity to make a lasting impact on guests and members alike. This session explores how intentional facility preparation can elevate the worship experience and reflect the heart of your ministry. Learn practical strategies for prioritizing maintenance, ensuring safety, and stewarding your building with excellence. Whether you're managing an aging facility or navigating limited resources, you'll walk away with actionable tips to make your church more welcoming, reliable, and ministry-ready for the busiest season of the year.
Great ministry requires great operations. As the year wraps up, this session will challenge leaders to view operations as a key part of their church’s mission - not just a behind-the-scenes task. You’ll learn how smarter workflows can reduce burnout, improve communication, and create space for ministry to flourish. We’ll also explore how Amplify+, an integrated ministry platform, helps churches simplify giving, organize volunteers, and streamline communication so you can finish the year with clarity and momentum.
Growth brings complexity—and for church networks and denominational offices, managing finances across multiple campuses can quickly become overwhelming. This session explores how smarter financial systems can centralize your operations, reduce manual processes, and improve visibility across locations. You’ll learn how Ministry Brands Amplify+ HQ simplifies accounting, purchasing, and payroll so your leadership can make informed decisions, support local ministries more effectively, and steward resources with greater confidence.
Billboard-charting Christian group Anthem Lights brings their signature harmonies and powerful stage presence to this special event. With a global following, multiple top 10 singles, and a #1 iTunes hit, their music has inspired millions. This exclusive performance will feature a blend of worship and Christmas songs—an uplifting musical moment designed to celebrate the season and stir hearts toward praise.
With a soulful voice and a powerful story, Jacquelyn George brings a fresh, heartfelt sound to this worshipful moment of the event. A Nashville-based pop/soul singer-songwriter with over 1 million Spotify streams and a rich history of collaborations—including The Gaithers, Maverick City House, and John Legend—Jacquelyn’s music blends passion, excellence, and deep spiritual roots. This special performance will feature both worship and Christmas songs, offering a moving and memorable celebration of the season.
Known for their soaring harmonies and heartfelt worship, viral duo Caleb & Kelsey have become a beloved voice in Christian music. With over 500 million video views and a string of #1 albums, their unique blend of worship and pop has captivated audiences around the world. This special performance will include both worship and Christmas songs, offering a powerful and intimate moment of reflection and celebration during the season.
