by Karen Sargent
The 16th Annual Leadership Conference
The theme of the 16th Annual Leadership Conference is “The Kingdom is Now”. Held in beautiful North Carolina, August 27-29, 2025 in Wrightsville Beach and Wallace. Registration is only $100 at www.bethewordministry.com. Please let us know by August 22nd if you need transportation from the airport https://forms.gle/sT9WHC9f8YkqCGrc9. We look forward to seeing you soon!
It’s Time to Lead Boldly. The Kingdom Is Now
For 16 years, our annual leadership conference has equipped and empowered men and women to lead with vision, courage, and spiritual fire. This year’s gathering is more than a conference—it’s a divine appointment.
Join us for 3 unforgettable days of transformation, connection, and refreshing in two dynamic locations: Wrightsville Beach and Awaken Church in Wallace, NC. Whether you’re in the pulpit, the marketplace, or building your household, this experience will strengthen your walk and ignite your purpose.
Why You Should Attend
Morning beachside renewal at the stunning Holiday Inn Resort Lumina
Powerful teaching & workshops from spirit-led leaders
Specialized breakout sessions for men and women
Kingdom Marketplace—support & shop faith-based entrepreneurs
Unwind with fellowship, beach volleyball, and a party to close out the weekend
All programming + roundtrip transportation to sessions included
Conference Agenda
Wednesday, August 27 – Day 1
- Morning: Beach & hotel amenities (at leisure)
- 12:00 PM – Lunch on your own
- 12:45 PM – Bus departs for Awaken Church
- 2:00 PM – Session 1 – Dr. Johnnie Blount
- 3:30 PM – Break
- 3:45 PM – Workshop
- 4:45 PM – Session 2 – Q&A w Elsie Mae Yoder & Kayla Kennada, Dr. Johnnie Blount
- 5:30 PM – Group Dinner
- 6:30 PM – Session 3 – Pastor Brad Carter
- 8:00 PM – Return to hotel
Thursday, August 28 – Day 2
- Morning: Beach & hotel amenities (at leisure)
- 12:00 PM – Lunch on your own
- 12:45 PM – Bus departs for Awaken Church
- 2:00 PM – Session 4 – Pastor Cedric Cobb
- 3:30 PM – Break
- 3:45 PM – Workshop – Dr. Johnnie Blount (Men): April Yvette (Women), 100 Days of Trusting God Experiment
- 4:45 PM – Session 5 – Donis Blount
- 5:30 PM – Group Dinner
- 6:30 PM – Session 6 – Q&A David Lowry and Darice Rene
- 8:00 PM – Return to hotel
Friday, August 29 – Half Day & Games and Party
- Morning: Leisure time
- 12:30 PM – Bus departs for Awaken Church
- 1:45 PM – 4:45 PM: Fellowship. Beach Volleyball & Party
- 5:00 PM – Dinner on your own
- 6:30 PM – Final Session (Session 7) – Pastor Brad Carter Q&A with Dr. Johnnie Blount