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REGISTRATION CLOSED

September 19, 2026

Vietnamese Alliance Church of Orange

2130 N Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705

$29/adults

$19/students

10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

“ALL IN”

In 2 Timothy 4:7, Paul reflects on his dedication to God’s calling, stating, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” He dedicated everything to the Kingdom of God and encourages us to be fully committed to our call and community. The NEXT Conference is a one-day training event designed for Children’s workers, Youth Workers, Worship Leaders, and students sensing a call to ministry. Whether you are new or experienced, volunteer or paid, young or old, you are invited to learn, grow, and be challenged to go ALL IN for Christ. 

CONFERENCE FLYER

Mark Porter

Pastor | Evangelist | Coram Deo Ministries

Bringing the hope and help of Jesus Christ to those in hopeless and helpless situations. From prisons to rehabs, he shares the Gospel of Jesus Christ—His love, grace, redemption, and power to transform lives.

Former church planter, now sharing the Gospel and his testimony so others can know that no life is beyond the reach of Jesus and no situation is without hope.

Seminar Speakers

Erik Williams

Scott Wakeley

Augustine Mendoza

Megan Gilmore

Joe Kue

Gene Wolske

Olivia Vinson

Oliver Cardenas

Kristina Ruch

  • Same day registration available

  • Worship and Keynote will be held in the Sactuary.

  • Please use this time to network with other ministry workers and grab some snacks on your way to the first seminar.

  • Kids Min - “Beyond the Message: Creating Life-Changing Faith Experiences” - Led by Oliver Cardenas in Room 11

    Kids Min - “Understanding Children’s Development” - Led by Megan Gilmore in Room 13

    Kids & Youth Min - “How to Recruit and KEEP Volunteers” - Led by Erik Williams in Room 201

    Youth Min - “Holistic Engagement in Youth Ministry” - Gene Wolske in Room 204

    Youth Min - “Parents:  Your Discipleship Advantage” - Led by Scott Wakeley in Room 206

    Students - “Lead Before You Have A Title” - Led by Joe Kue in Room 202

    Students - “Courageous Conversations” - Led by Augustine Mendoza in Room 203

    Worship Min - “Worship 101: Practical tips and tricks for your worship and production team” - Led by Olivia Vinson in Room 6

  • Lunch will be held in the Gym. Please use this time to connect with ministry workers as you enjoy your lunch.

  • Kids Min - “Beyond the Message: Creating Life-Changing Faith Experiences” - Led by Oliver Cardenas in Room 11

    Kids Min - “Understanding Children’s Development” - Led by Megan Gilmore in Room 13

    Kids & Youth Min - “How to Recruit and KEEP Volunteers” - Led by Erik Williams in Room 201

    Youth Min - “Being Relationship-First in Youth Ministry” - Led by Kristina Ruch in Room 204

    Youth Min - “Parents:  Your Discipleship Advantage” - Led by Scott Wakeley in Room 206

    Students - “Following Jesus in a Digital World”- Led by Michael Gilmore in Room 202

    Students - “Courageous Conversations” - Led by Augustine Mendoza in Room 203

    Worship Min - “Intentional Inter-Generational Worship Services” - Led by Olivia Vinson in Room 6

  • Please use this time to network with other ministry workers and grab some snacks on your way to your next seminar.

  • Worship and Keynote will be held in the Sactuary.

  • Thank you for joining us today! Please make sure to fill out the conference survey to help us make the NEXT Conference even better next year.

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