CONFERENCE HOSTS:
PASTORS BEAU AND MEGAN NORMAN
Pastor Beau is the Lead Pastor of The Hill Church and has been in Stockton most of his life, and loves his home town. From an early age, he served God fervently. He would share Christ with kids at school and with people around town. This is where his push to "marketplace ministry" began. Where ever you are, you are there for Gods glory.
Athletics was a big part of his childhood, and he can still be found on a ball field, or working with young people at the gym. Pastor Beau was a youth pastor for several years before coming to The Hill to be the Senior Pastor. Students will always be a huge passion for Pastor Beau. As Such, he regularly helps in youth group, conferences, and leadership training.
Pastor Beau has a vision to raise up leaders and send them into ministry. Throughout the ministries he has served in, many have found their call, and discovered opportunities to flourish in that call. He has trained several youth leaders, kids leaders, and even worship leaders in ministry and leadership.
His passionate and humorous style makes it easy to engage and learn during messages. His vision for The Hill, Is simply stated, Love God, Love people, and Change the world. It happens in that sequence, if we love God, we must love people, and if we love people, allowing God to use us to be apart of that change is a byproduct of that love. Truly it is the anointing that changes everything. Pastor Beau has a heart to send out pastors, leaders, and missionaries. His heart would be to plant new churches and campuses of The Hill. One church many cities.
Pastor Beau is an avid hunter and active in sports and recreation. Just under Jesus and Family, would come Harley. You'll find him the first Sunday of every month with the other Hill Riders on a ride after church somewhere to lunch. If he could share one simple thought with you today, he would simply tell you, allow God to show up in your life, allow Him the chance to be in the middle of your situation, and you'll never look back!
Psalm 34:8- Taste and see that The Lord is good.
Athletics was a big part of his childhood, and he can still be found on a ball field, or working with young people at the gym. Pastor Beau was a youth pastor for several years before coming to The Hill to be the Senior Pastor. Students will always be a huge passion for Pastor Beau. As Such, he regularly helps in youth group, conferences, and leadership training.
Pastor Beau has a vision to raise up leaders and send them into ministry. Throughout the ministries he has served in, many have found their call, and discovered opportunities to flourish in that call. He has trained several youth leaders, kids leaders, and even worship leaders in ministry and leadership.
His passionate and humorous style makes it easy to engage and learn during messages. His vision for The Hill, Is simply stated, Love God, Love people, and Change the world. It happens in that sequence, if we love God, we must love people, and if we love people, allowing God to use us to be apart of that change is a byproduct of that love. Truly it is the anointing that changes everything. Pastor Beau has a heart to send out pastors, leaders, and missionaries. His heart would be to plant new churches and campuses of The Hill. One church many cities.
Pastor Beau is an avid hunter and active in sports and recreation. Just under Jesus and Family, would come Harley. You'll find him the first Sunday of every month with the other Hill Riders on a ride after church somewhere to lunch. If he could share one simple thought with you today, he would simply tell you, allow God to show up in your life, allow Him the chance to be in the middle of your situation, and you'll never look back!
Psalm 34:8- Taste and see that The Lord is good.
2024 SPEAKER LINEUP
PASTOR ADAM BELLAMY
Pastor Adam Bellamy is the visionary leader behind Thrive Church, with locations in Burlington and Graham, NC.
His passion for cultivating and developing healthy leaders extends globally, and he is widely recognized for his engaging and humorous teaching style. Pastor Adam’s deep connection to small- town America highlights his genuine care for these communities.
In addition to his leadership focus, he is committed to helping pastors and ministry couples create sustainable, balanced rhythms that lead to a fulfilling and enduring ministry life.
His passion for cultivating and developing healthy leaders extends globally, and he is widely recognized for his engaging and humorous teaching style. Pastor Adam’s deep connection to small- town America highlights his genuine care for these communities.
In addition to his leadership focus, he is committed to helping pastors and ministry couples create sustainable, balanced rhythms that lead to a fulfilling and enduring ministry life.
PASTOR SHELDON WILLIAMS
Sheldon Williams, minister and evangelist, was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He moved to Springfield in 2001 to go to Missouri State University and graduated in the summer of 2005 with a degree in marketing management. He has also attained his master’s degree in ministry from Harding University.
Sheldon was led into youth ministry in August 2006 and began working with East Grand in March 2009. Sheldon changed roles from youth minister to pulpit minister/evangelist in February 2014.
Sheldon met his wife, Fotine, while teaching a college Bible study at the Christian Student Center in 2008. They were married August 2011. Fotine recently completed a degree in occupational therapy at Cox College. Sheldon is currently developing and leading the East Grand vision of growth. He wants Christ’s love to compel the church into action which will lead to discipleship, evangelism and personal spiritual growth.
He sees the church as a body and a family that is designed to work together to accomplish the will of God and expand His kingdom in our community and the world. Sheldon enjoys going on dates with his wife, watching movies, sports and sharing his faith through his music, relationships and interactions with people.
Sheldon was led into youth ministry in August 2006 and began working with East Grand in March 2009. Sheldon changed roles from youth minister to pulpit minister/evangelist in February 2014.
Sheldon met his wife, Fotine, while teaching a college Bible study at the Christian Student Center in 2008. They were married August 2011. Fotine recently completed a degree in occupational therapy at Cox College. Sheldon is currently developing and leading the East Grand vision of growth. He wants Christ’s love to compel the church into action which will lead to discipleship, evangelism and personal spiritual growth.
He sees the church as a body and a family that is designed to work together to accomplish the will of God and expand His kingdom in our community and the world. Sheldon enjoys going on dates with his wife, watching movies, sports and sharing his faith through his music, relationships and interactions with people.
PASTOR ZAC HINDMAN
Pastor Zac and his wife (Alana) currently resides in Stockton, MO with their three wonderful children (Isabella, Sophia, and Max). Pastor Zac has been in active ministry for 20 years and enjoys hunting and fishing. Over the years, he has ministered in leadership classes, small groups, children’s ministry, men’s ministry, retreats, conferences, and was Lead Pastor for 17 years of three fantastic church bodies. He is currently the Campus Pastor at The Hill in Eldorado Springs, MO.
PSALMS 142:3a “When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, You knew my path.”
Throughout life, the grace and mercy of the Heavenly Father has brought him through extraordinary circumstances that instilled valuable knowledge and experience for God’s calling to ministry. He accepted Christ as Savior at a young age and knew he was called to preach the Gospel. Through a ‘rollercoaster’ of failures, dumb mistakes, trials and tribulations, our Lord guided him through repentance and forgiveness with grace and mercy. He has become a vessel for the Lord to be used to further God’s Kingdom, break denominational barriers, and bring others to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
PSALMS 142:3a “When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, You knew my path.”
Throughout life, the grace and mercy of the Heavenly Father has brought him through extraordinary circumstances that instilled valuable knowledge and experience for God’s calling to ministry. He accepted Christ as Savior at a young age and knew he was called to preach the Gospel. Through a ‘rollercoaster’ of failures, dumb mistakes, trials and tribulations, our Lord guided him through repentance and forgiveness with grace and mercy. He has become a vessel for the Lord to be used to further God’s Kingdom, break denominational barriers, and bring others to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
PASTOR STEVE FINNEY
Steve and Heather have been pastoring for 20 years and have been in ministry since 1985. They have served and youth pastors, sectional youth directors for the Pentecostal Church of God, as associate to the senior pastor in Turlock California, and the last 20 years as senior.pastor at The Church Joplin.
Pastor Steve’s message is one of Faith endurance and victory. He has a Pastors heart, the passion of an evangelist and the voice of a prophet His story of God’s miraculous power and grace is almost unbelievable to some as God has kept him through disease, death and tragedy. His message is simple refuse to quit and burn the towel because God is Faithful
Pastor Steve’s message is one of Faith endurance and victory. He has a Pastors heart, the passion of an evangelist and the voice of a prophet His story of God’s miraculous power and grace is almost unbelievable to some as God has kept him through disease, death and tragedy. His message is simple refuse to quit and burn the towel because God is Faithful
PASTOR DAVID AMSDEN
Pastor David Amsden has devoted over 20 years to full-time ministry, passionately pursuing his calling to lead, teach, and inspire others in their walk with God. As an everyday guy with a deep love for his family, David and his wife Kami are raising their "tribe" of four children, Judah, Gideon, Silas, and Moriah..
With a Master's degree in Theology from Christian Life School of Theology in Columbus, GA, Pastor David has a fervor for exploring the depths of Scripture. He is known for challenging conventional beliefs and revealing profound truths within the Word of God. His engaging preaching style invites listeners to not only hear the message but to uncover the rich backstory behind every biblical narrative.
Having traveled across the country and abroad, Pastor David has preached and facilitated spiritual discussions with diverse audiences, from congregations to conferences, youth groups, and student ministries. Yet, his heart remains with the local church, where he strives to help individuals take their next step in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pastor David’s ministry is grounded in authenticity and transparency. He openly shares his struggles and triumphs, translating complex theology into real talk that resonates with everyday life. His sermons are hard-hitting, addressing real-life topics with practical steps for applying the Bible’s teachings. Under his leadership, Navigation Church lives out its brand promise: pastor their community and disciple individuals.
With a Master's degree in Theology from Christian Life School of Theology in Columbus, GA, Pastor David has a fervor for exploring the depths of Scripture. He is known for challenging conventional beliefs and revealing profound truths within the Word of God. His engaging preaching style invites listeners to not only hear the message but to uncover the rich backstory behind every biblical narrative.
Having traveled across the country and abroad, Pastor David has preached and facilitated spiritual discussions with diverse audiences, from congregations to conferences, youth groups, and student ministries. Yet, his heart remains with the local church, where he strives to help individuals take their next step in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pastor David’s ministry is grounded in authenticity and transparency. He openly shares his struggles and triumphs, translating complex theology into real talk that resonates with everyday life. His sermons are hard-hitting, addressing real-life topics with practical steps for applying the Bible’s teachings. Under his leadership, Navigation Church lives out its brand promise: pastor their community and disciple individuals.
PASTOR JUAN LOZADA
Pastor Juan was born in Los Angeles, California but lived in Las Vegas, Nevada for most of his life. That is where he met and married his sweet Love, Josselyn Lozada. They have a beautiful son, Luke Lozada.
When Juan was 15, he fell in love with the Lord and his life changed after that. He loved going to school and sharing God’s word hoping his peers would feel the love of Jesus just as Juan did. Juan loves the sporty life. Tell him about playing a game. He’ll be there, anytime, anywhere. Just as he loves playing them, he loves watching them. He enjoys spending time with friends and family.
It was at Juan’s first Church where he fell in love with a girl, and not just any girl… the pastor's daughter. Together they loved serving and worshipping the Lord. Their hearts gravitated towards the youth and making them feel wanted and loved just as Jesus intended. Josselyn loves trying new things. She enjoys going out to explore and going to different places and meeting different people. She loves making people feel seen and loved.
Juan and Josselyn have hearts that are devoted to serving Jesus. In any way they can they want to make Jesus shine with excellence and with honor
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." -Juan Lozada...also -Michael Scott...also (originally) Wayne Gretzky
When Juan was 15, he fell in love with the Lord and his life changed after that. He loved going to school and sharing God’s word hoping his peers would feel the love of Jesus just as Juan did. Juan loves the sporty life. Tell him about playing a game. He’ll be there, anytime, anywhere. Just as he loves playing them, he loves watching them. He enjoys spending time with friends and family.
It was at Juan’s first Church where he fell in love with a girl, and not just any girl… the pastor's daughter. Together they loved serving and worshipping the Lord. Their hearts gravitated towards the youth and making them feel wanted and loved just as Jesus intended. Josselyn loves trying new things. She enjoys going out to explore and going to different places and meeting different people. She loves making people feel seen and loved.
Juan and Josselyn have hearts that are devoted to serving Jesus. In any way they can they want to make Jesus shine with excellence and with honor
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." -Juan Lozada...also -Michael Scott...also (originally) Wayne Gretzky
PASTOR CHRIS SONKSEN
Chris Sonksen is the founder of South Hills Church and has an exceptional ability to
inspire both secular and non-secular audiences. Under his leadership, South Hills has
experienced phenomenal growth and in just a few short years has grown from a handful
of people at a single campus to several thousand across nine campuses. South Hills
has become a thriving, multi-service and multi-site church.
In 1998 South Hills started with a single vision: to create a contemporary, friendly and
down to earth church. Since its conception South Hills has held Sunday morning
services in a local lodge, a public school auditorium and then finally in June of 2002
South Hills held its first service on their own property. With just a handful of people the
vision has grown and continues to grow as we seek to make a difference in our world.
Chris has a magnetic, captivating and humorous style for motivating and inspiring all
audiences. As a motivational speaker, he has spoken both nationally and internationally
in companies such as Verizon, Securitas and Home Depot, and there is no doubt that
by applying his teachings, his audience will improve the quality of their lives!
Chris is the founder of Church Boom, an organization with an unwavering commitment
to excellence in all things, with the goal to “raise the national average of church
attendance,” by equipping church leaders with resources and coaching. Church Rescue
is also an initiative of Church Boom that provides free coaching resources and
emergency funding for churches who are under 100 in attendance. Chris brings high-
energy focus and a passion for vision and leadership to encourage and equip the local
Church.
Chris is also the co-founder of Convoy of Hope’s Feed One initiative. He serves to
engage pastors and churches in the mission of feeding children around the world.
inspire both secular and non-secular audiences. Under his leadership, South Hills has
experienced phenomenal growth and in just a few short years has grown from a handful
of people at a single campus to several thousand across nine campuses. South Hills
has become a thriving, multi-service and multi-site church.
In 1998 South Hills started with a single vision: to create a contemporary, friendly and
down to earth church. Since its conception South Hills has held Sunday morning
services in a local lodge, a public school auditorium and then finally in June of 2002
South Hills held its first service on their own property. With just a handful of people the
vision has grown and continues to grow as we seek to make a difference in our world.
Chris has a magnetic, captivating and humorous style for motivating and inspiring all
audiences. As a motivational speaker, he has spoken both nationally and internationally
in companies such as Verizon, Securitas and Home Depot, and there is no doubt that
by applying his teachings, his audience will improve the quality of their lives!
Chris is the founder of Church Boom, an organization with an unwavering commitment
to excellence in all things, with the goal to “raise the national average of church
attendance,” by equipping church leaders with resources and coaching. Church Rescue
is also an initiative of Church Boom that provides free coaching resources and
emergency funding for churches who are under 100 in attendance. Chris brings high-
energy focus and a passion for vision and leadership to encourage and equip the local
Church.
Chris is also the co-founder of Convoy of Hope’s Feed One initiative. He serves to
engage pastors and churches in the mission of feeding children around the world.
PASTOR KEVIN INMON
Pastor Kevin and Shannan planted Word of Life Church in Marionville MO in 2011 to reach people far from God and
connect them to His love.
After 7 years of marriage scarred by Kevin's 20-year alcohol addiction, they radically met Jesus through the local church and from that day forward they have served God with all their heart.
Today they serve the same community that they grew up in- once lost and hopeless- now with a restored marriage, they lead as pastors, parents, and grandparents, spreading the hope of Jesus.
connect them to His love.
After 7 years of marriage scarred by Kevin's 20-year alcohol addiction, they radically met Jesus through the local church and from that day forward they have served God with all their heart.
Today they serve the same community that they grew up in- once lost and hopeless- now with a restored marriage, they lead as pastors, parents, and grandparents, spreading the hope of Jesus.