Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
Advance your Leadership!
Advance your Ministry!
Advance your Soul & Spirit!
meet
our speakers
Pastor Phyllis Towles
Director of Ministry Advancement and Development
Dr. Erinn Harris
Director of Discipleship at Center of Praise Ministries
Bishop Donald Black
Founder and Former Senior Pastor
Pastor Glenn Shields
Senior Pastor - Progressive Community Church
Pastor Kenneth Reece
Senior Pastor of St. Paul Baptist Church
Pastor Damien Giacchino
Associate Pastor at Real Life Church
Dr. Joy Johnson
Faith Leader, Facilitator, and Author.
DeLesa Swanigan
Co-Pastor of The Light Christian Church
Pastor O.J. Swanigan
Senior Pastor of The Light Christian Church
Pastor Gail Jack
Pastor at St. Stephen AME Zion Church
why
join us
Join us for two packed days of inspiration and information designed to elevate pastors, leaders, ministry teams, and influencers. Participants will spend an intimate time with Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., as he shares his 40+ years of ministry experience. Plus, learn from other prolific ecclesiastical leaders. Activities include general sessions, breakout sessions, panel discussions, prophetic prayer impartations, along with an entrepreneurial and ministry fair.
Level Up Conference Expo
- Ministry Expo – As a registered conference attendee, you will have access to 20+ different COP Ministry Coaches and team members to answer questions and share valuable information about how they recruit, onboard, train, and develop volunteer team members.
- Marketplace Ministry Expo – Entrepreneurs from our COP Business Network Ministry will be on hand for networking, education, and product sourcing. Purchase a variety of products and services from Christian-owned and operated businesses.
schedule
details
Day 1
May 19, 2023
Day 2
May 20, 2023
Registration and Check-In
The Cathedral:
2223 Capitol Avenue
(at the corner of Capitol Ave and 23rd St)
Sacramento, CA 95816
General Session 1
Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
Breakout Sessions
Dr. Dene’ Starks-McGee
Richard Spencer
Pastor Wayne Kirkling
Executive Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
Toyin Spencer
Pastoral Executive Assistant - Center Of Praise Ministries
Pastor Damien Giacchino
Associate Pastor at Real Life Church
• Level Up Your Young Adult Ministry By Pastor Damien Giacchino
at the Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Church Governance Structure By Pastor Wayne Kirkling and
at Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Congregational Care by Elder Richard and Toyin Spencer
at The Legacy Center
• Level Up Marketplace Ministry by Dr. Dene' Starks at the Legacy Center
LUNCH
General Session 2
Pastor Gail Jack
Pastor at St. Stephen AME Zion Church
Pastor Vanessa A. Black
First Lady and Assistant Pastor
Bishop Donald Black
Founder and Former Senior Pastor
Pastor Phyllis Towles
Director of Ministry Advancement and Development
Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
Panel Discussion
Breakout Sessions
Anthony Simpson
Facilities / Safety Coordinator - Center Of Praise Ministries
Pastor Jonathan Strickling
Director of Communications & Men's Ministry - Center Of Praise Ministries
Dyhana Stewart
Greeters Ministry Team Leader - Center of Praise Ministries
Lee Gordon
Hospitality Ministry Team Leader - Center Of Praise Ministries
Dr. Erinn Harris
Director of Discipleship at Center of Praise Ministries
• Level Up Your Church Service Flow by Pastor Jonno Strickling and Elder
Anthony Simpson at Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Discipleship Ministry by Dr. Erinn Harris at Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Hospitality By Lee Gordon and Dyhana Stewart
at The Legacy Center Social Hall
• Level Up Your Worship & Fine Arts Ministry by Elder Christopher McEwen at Legacy Center Sanctuary
DINNER
General Session 3
Pastor Glenn Shields
Senior Pastor - Progressive Community Church
Registration and Check-In
Prophetic Prayer
Pastor O.J. Swanigan
Senior Pastor of The Light Christian Church
Worship & Welcome
Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
Breakout Sessions
Pastor La Vetta Coleman
Director of Pastoral Care - Center Of Praise Ministries
Mike Fletcher
Kimberlee Blakey
Children's Director - Center Of Praise Ministries
Pastor Kenneth Reece
Senior Pastor of St. Paul Baptist Church
• Level Up Your Succession Planning and Retirement by Pastor Kenny Reece
at The Cathedral
• Level Up Your Children's Ministry By Pastor Kimberlee Blakey at The YAC
• Level Up Your Church Security By Carlos Ponce and Mike Fletcher
at The Legacy center
• Level Up from Hurting to Healing Bereavement Ministry By Pastor La
Vetta Coleman at The Legacy center
Breakout Sessions
Joycie Lewis
Lawrence Rials
DeLesa Swanigan
Co-Pastor of The Light Christian Church
Dr. Joy Johnson
Faith Leader, Facilitator, and Author.
• Level Up Your Strategic Planning by Pastor DeLesa Swanigan
at The Cathedral
• Level Up The Church and Civic Engagement by Dr. Joy Johnson
at The Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Senior Ministry by Elder Lawrence Rials and Mother Joycie
Lewis
LUNCH
Breakout Sessions
Cristian Munoz
Media Technician - Center Of Praise Ministries
Denis Hiza
Senior Media Manager - Center Of Praise Ministries
Professor Chesarae Fletcher
Seminary Professor
Cindy Cain
Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
• Senior Pastors Only by Bishop Lovelace
at Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Mental and Wellness Ministry
at The Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Listening in Leadership by Professor Chesarae
at Legacy Center
• Level Up Your Technology by Denis Hiza and Cristian Munoz at Legacy
Center
General Session 4
Pastor Phyllis Towles
Director of Ministry Advancement and Development
Closing Remarks
Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D.
Founder and Senior Pastor - Center Of Praise Ministries
pricing
the
venues
Center of Praise
ministries campus
The Cathedral
2223 Capitol Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95816
Frequently
asked question
What church is hosting the Level Up Pastors and Leaders Conference
- Center of Praise Ministries
What pastor is hosting the Level Up Pastors and Leaders Conference
- Bishop Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr., D.Min., Ph.D. Founding and Senior Pastor
Where will the conference be held?
- Center of Praise Ministries Cathedral
2223 Capitol Avenue
(at the corner of Capitol Ave and 23rd St)
Sacramento, CA 95816
When do I decide which breakout sessions to attend?
- We encourage you to decide before; however, you are welcome to select during the conference as no pre-registration is required for individual Level Up Conference breakout sessions. Please note that some sessions will have an attendance limit.
Where can I see our Keynote Speakers and Special Guest Speaker bios?
How much does attending the Level Up Pastors and Leaders Conference cost?
- See pricing on the main page to register.
Individual Admission: $99
Group Admission for 5 or more: $80per person
When will I get my ticket or confirmation of my registration?
- Once you register online, you will receive an email confirmation. Check-in at the registration table by showing the QR Code from your mobile device. (printed paper ticket optional but not required)!
What if I can only attend one day (Friday or Saturday)?
- We encourage you to come and receive as much as possible from the Level Up Conference! If necessary, you can attend for just one day. However, there is no difference in price.
Is my registration refundable?
- No, there are no refunds. Instead, consider donating your registration fee as a scholarship for someone else.
When or how do I check in?
- Pre-registered: Check in at the COP Cathedral
- At-the-door registration: We will have registration at the door. The cost will be $125.0 per person. We encourage pre-registration to accommodate our participants better.
What is the schedule?
- You can see the full schedule on our conference page by clicking here.
Friday: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm | Saturday: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
Will there be resources available?
- We will have a variety of vendors as well as books from many of our speakers for purchase.
Will there be a Vendor Expo?
- Yes! Registered guests can obtain information and purchase items from a host of COP Ministries and Entrepreneurs.
What if someone in my group needs to bring a small child or nursing infant?
- While families are extremely important to us, we will not be providing childcare or children’s church at this conference. There are no discount rates for children.
Is there a minimum age to attend the conference?
- Our sessions are geared toward adults 18 years old and up.
Is the seating reserved, or is it general admission?
- General Admission is the seating. Groups can feel free to sit together.
Hotel Recommendations
- The Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | 1308 28th St, Sacramento, CA 95816 | (916) 603-2301
- Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel | 1230 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814 | (916) 447-1700
- Hyatt Regency Sacramento | 1209 L St, Sacramento, CA 95814-3942 | (916) 560-1524