Come be refreshed, equipped, and mobilized for the work God is advancing through His Church.

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Register Today And Shape The Future Of The Church

Join pastors and ministry leaders from across the nation as we seek fresh wisdom, renewed strength, and greater clarity for faithful leadership in a rapidly changing world. This is more than a conference — it’s a space to be refreshed, equipped, and mobilized for what God is advancing through His Church.

Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your vision, strengthen your calling, and lead with courage, conviction, and faith-filled confidence.

Register now and move forward with purpose.

Equipping Churches

Strengthens churches by addressing sustainable growth, resilient leadership health, and wise integration of emerging technologies — providing tools that help congregations thrive today while remaining faithful for the future.

Leadership

Develops forward-thinking leaders by cultivating spiritual vitality, theological depth, and practical wisdom— equipping pastors and ministry leaders to lead with clarity, courage, and faith-filled confidence in a changing world.

Missional Impact

Equips leaders to engage a post-Christian culture with discernment and conviction, exploring strategies for faithful witness, cultural engagement, and gospel-centered impact that reaches the next generation.

Meet our Speakers

  • Dr. Darnell K. Williams Sr.

    Conference Host and Speaker

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    Portia Allen

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    General Superintendent Doug Clay

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    Charlene Williams

  • A smiling man with black hair and a beard, dressed in a blue blazer and white shirt, standing against a light background.

    Bishop Angel Marcial

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    Bishop Elijah Hankerson

  • Professional headshot of a man with short dark hair, in a leather jacket, against a brick wall

    Wilfredo “Choco” De’Jesus 

  • Monica DeLaurentis

Workshop Leaders

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    Dr. Don Brawley III

  • Edna Geddes

  • Dr. Rick Ross

  • Pastor Mike Alvarado

  • Rev. Joshua Edmond

  • Charlene Williams

  • Darnell K. Adrian Williams Jr.

  • Jamé Bolds

  • Dr. Charlie Self

Our Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities

“As a vendor/sponsor, your logo could be promoted on our website throughout 2026-27 and on conference material; you could have premium display space and be introduced on the platform of the conference.  There are several options for your consideration

Email kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org”
SPONSORSHIP TIERS

  • PLATINUM LEVEL - $5000

    ·      Individual Logo on pre-service slide listed as Platinum Sponsor

    • 3 Individual social media post as sponsor of event

    • Verbal acknowledgement during session

    • 4 complimentary conference tickets

    • Complimentary table at lunch with Doug Clay

    Email kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org

  • Diamond Level - $2500

    • Individual Logo on pre-service slide listed as Diamond Sponsor

    • 2 Individual social media post as sponsor of event

    • 2 Complimentary Conference Tickets

    • 4 Complimentary seats at lunch with Doug Clay

    email:  

    kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org

  • RUBY LEVEL - $1500

    • Individual Logo on pre-service slide listed as Ruby Sponsor

    • 1 Individual social media post as sponsor of event

    • Verbal acknowledgement during session

    • 2 Complimentary seats at lunch with Doug Clay

    email: kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org

  • Gold Level - $1000

    • Logo on pre-service slide

    • Group social media post as sponsor of event

    • 1 Complimentary seat at lunch with Doug Clay

    email: kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org

  • SILVER LEVEL - $500

    • Logo on pre-service slide

    • Group social media post as sponsor of event

    email: kristie@homesteadcommunitychurch.org

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F.A.Qs

  • The ADVANCE Conference registration fee includes workshops from July 14 – July 15, 2026. Registration is now open.

    Guests will receive a ‘KNOW BEFORE YOU GO’ email.

  • The National Black Fellowship Reach Conference is for the entire family. Children age 12 and under are free.

  • There is not a conference mobile app at this time.

  • The adult standard registration fee is $99, or $79 for early bird. (Plus a $1.99 processing fee)

  • Click the below links in the section below for information on:

    1. Surrounding hotel

    2. Dining

    3. Things to do

Contact

  • 910 Elliot Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

  • nbfaginfo@gmail.com