The 16th Annual Leadership Conference

“The Kingdom is Now”

August 27–29, 2025 | Wrightsville Beach & Wallace, NC
🎟️ Registration: $100 All-Inclusive
www.bethewordministry.com
Questions? Call or text Kayla at 317-413-9798

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 and a beach party to close out the weekend
✅ All programming + roundtrip transportation to sessions included

🎤 Meet Our Speakers & Workshop Leaders

Dr. Johnnie Blount, Founder, Be the Word Ministry
Sis. Donnis Blount, Ministry Co-Leader
Pastor Cedric Cobb (NC) – The 4th Dimension
Pastor Brad Carter, Awaken Wallace, Host Church
David Lowry – Interview
April Yvette – Breakout: 100-Day Trusting God Experiment
Deb Knapp – Workshop: Power Over Pain
Lori Mason – MC

🏨 Accommodations

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina – Wrightsville Beach, NC
🌴 $239/night + $15 resort fee (book by July 28)
📞 Contact Rebecca Book for discounted rates

The Inn at River Landing – Wallace, NC
🏞️ $125/night (book by July 26)
🌐 Book Here with Access Code: BTWM2025

Need transportation from the airport? Complete this form by August 22nd at 5pm EST: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpNW-WE5ke0CtemILitanqYBx4SJgn5Cn7ySxy6i3oQGJ1Eg/viewform

🗓️ 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
3:30 PM – Break
3:45 PM – Workshop with Deb Knapp
4:45 PM – Session 2 - Donis Blount
5:30 PM – Group Dinner
7:00 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 - Q&A w David Lowry and Darice Rene
5:30 PM – Group Dinner
7:00 PM – Session 6 - Q&A w Elsie Mae Yoder & Kayla Kennada, Dr. Johnnie Blount
8:00 PM – Return to hotel

Friday, August 29 – Half Day & Awaken Wallace Party

Morning: Leisure time
12:30 PM – Bus departs for Awaken Church
1:45 PM – 4:45 PM: Fellowship & Awaken Wallace Party
5:00 PM – Group Dinner Outing
7:00 PM – Final Session (Session 7) - Pastor Brad Carter Q&A with Dr. Johnnie Blount

👉 Spots Are Limited—Register Today!

Secure your place at this life-changing gathering of Kingdom leaders.

16th Annual Leadership Conference 2025

The Kingdom is Now