FaithWorks Conference 2026

The Urgency of Holiness:
From Repentance to Deliverance

Conference Agenda · Saturday, April 25, 2026

Morning

9:15 – 10:00 AM

Registration & Check-In

10:00 – 10:10 AM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

10:10 – 10:30 AM

Worship: Andy Edouard and Revival Sound Group

Opening Keynote

10:30 – 11:10 AM
Keynote | Eden Room

A Chosen Generation: A Call to Rise

A Call to Repentance · Rising to Holiness

This keynote invites attendees to reflect on their identity as a chosen generation called to live set apart. Participants will be challenged to move beyond questioning their calling and boldly embrace God's invitation to pursue holiness.

Speaker Deacon Susanna Barros
11:10 – 11:20 AM

Interlude

Morning Breakout Sessions

11:20 AM – 12:15 PM
Workshop | Vision Room
The Rhythm of Holiness: Living Set Apart
Sabbath · A Focus on Our Call to Holy Living

Explore how the practice of Sabbath invites believers into rest, renewal, and deeper dependence on God. Participants will reflect on how habits of rest and Christlike character can influence workplace culture and everyday leadership.

Hosted By Kelly Madden, Executive Director of Boston Fellows
Panel | Eden Room
Faithful in the Seen and Unseen
Servitude · Living Out Holiness Through Service

This panel explores how service is a powerful expression of holy living both inside and outside the church. Panelists will share how faithfully serving others through outreach, leadership, and everyday opportunities reflects the character of Christ.

Panelists Gabriella Synder Stelmack, Executive Director of Bread of Life Jua Robinson, Co-founder & Executive Director of the Boston Collaborative Pastor John Njorege, Impact Church Andover — CEO of Crossway HomeCare & Crossway Transit Jullie Love, Co-founder of The Well Coffee House Moderator Laura Chaboya, Director of Community Engagement at Boston Pregnancy Center
12:15 – 12:25 PM

Interlude

12:25 – 1:20 PM
Workshop | Eden Room
Freedom at Work: From Triggers to Transformation
Freedom Through Forgiveness

Workplace relationships can often reveal hidden frustrations and unresolved wounds. This session explores how forgiveness and self-awareness can transform moments of tension into opportunities for healing, growth, and Christlike response.

Hosted By Pastor Bill Lero, Freedom Pastor at Impact Church (Medford)
Networking | Vision Room
Networking with Gordon College
Faith, Vocation, and Formation in Community

Join fellow Christian professionals, entrepreneurs, ministry leaders, and educators for a guided networking session designed to foster meaningful connections around faith and work. Through table conversation, cross-sector dialogue, and reflective prompts, participants will explore the challenges and opportunities of living faithfully in today's marketplace.

Lunch

1:20 – 2:05 PM

Lunch & Fellowship | Main Hall

Afternoon Keynote | Room: Eden

2:05 – 2:40 PM
Keynote | Eden Room

Living Set Apart: The Urgent Call to Holiness

Working Out Your Salvation

This keynote challenges believers to move beyond passive faith and actively live out the salvation they have received, embracing repentance, transformation, and a life marked by holiness.

Speaker Rev. Dr. Virginia Ward
2:40 – 2:50 PM

Interlude

Afternoon Breakout Sessions

2:50 – 3:45 PM
Workshop | Vision Room
Time Management: Equipped to Execute
The 3 Laws of Execution

An educator-led session exploring how believers can manage time wisely while aligning their priorities with God's purpose.

Hosted By Jason Hooper, Founder of Eclipse of Wealth
Panel | Eden Room
Faith Over Influence: Surrendering Worldly Status
Addressing Modern Idolatry

In today's digital world, idolatry often shows up in subtle ways. This panel explores how modern influences compete for the hearts of youth and young adults, pulling them away from God's purpose. Together, we'll uncover how pride, comparison, and misplaced devotion distort our walk with Christ—and how biblical literacy and a healthy community helps us resist these distractions.

Panelists Rev. Matthew K. Thompson Jr., Youth & Young Adult Pastor at Jubilee Christian Church Pastor Davie Hernandez, Senior Pastor at Restoration City Church & Operations Director of Ron Burton Training Village Joane Etienne, Owner of Refined Sisterhood & Executive Director of Boston Community Hub Schools Moderator Vanessa Masse, Founder of The "She is…" Experience
3:45 – 3:55 PM

Interlude

3:55 – 4:50 PM
Workshop | Vision Room
Faith-Fueled Decisions: Navigating Life & Career with Wisdom
Integrity & Healthy Workplace Culture

Explore how motives influence leadership decisions and how integrity and biblical wisdom shape teams, workplace culture, and Kingdom impact.

Hosted By Ababa Abiem, Social Worker & Co-Founder of Resilience Consulting Elaina DeStefano, Social Worker & Co-Founder of Resilience Consulting
Panel | Eden Room
Holiness in Action at Work
Integrity & Healthy Workplace Culture

Leaders from corporate and public sectors discuss how Christians can cultivate healthier, more ethical workplace environments.

Panelists Raïna Jacques, Prosecutor for Suffolk County District Attorney's Office Wendy Edouard, Talent Acquisition at Eversource Oluwadamilola (Olu) Ogunyankin, Executive Director in Early Oncology Therapy at AbbVie Moderator Tommy Fisher, Co-Founder of X-Factor Group
4:50 – 5:00 PM

Interlude

Final Panel & Networking

5:00 – 5:45 PM
Panel | Eden Room
Renewed Thinking, Transformed Business
Renewing the Mind in Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs share how renewing the mind through Christ shapes innovation, leadership, and business practices.

Panelists Derek Sanchez, CEO of GRIT & Founder of CB2 Partners Yasmine Zakhary, Founder of Yaz's Table Barbara Francois, Founder of B. Formed Studio Jenny Jean-Baptiste, Founder of Surplus Financial Moderator Pastor Franklin Hobbs, Founder/Director of Healing Our Land Inc. Ministry & Assistant Manager of Boston Praise Radio & TV Network
Networking | Vision Room
Networking with Sanctuary Social
Marketplace Connections & Community Building

A final opportunity to connect, reflect, and build meaningful relationships with fellow attendees. Plus, an opportunity to learn about Sanctuary Social, where faith meets culture.

Host Roy Studmire, CEO of Studmire & Co., Professor at Berklee College of Music
5:45 PM

Closing Remarks