Men’s Advance 2026 Program

Schedule

Friday March 27th
12PM Registration Opens
4:15PM Breakout session #1
5:00PM Dinner
7:00 PM Evening Service – Worship Center
9:30PM Late night Activities*

Saturday March 28th
6:30AM Breakfast (Office/Registration Opens)
7:15AM Sunrise sessions
8:30AM Morning Service
10:15AM Breakout Session #2
11:00AM Lunch
1:00PM Afternoon Service
2:30PM Go Home

*Late Night Activities:
Volleyball and Basketball– Gym | Ice Cream – Event Center/Dining Hall | Bonfire – 2 next to Kingsriter Retreat Center and 1 on the beach by Event Center | Geneva Java – open Friday 2:00 p.m.- 5p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to midnight. Saturday 6:30a.m.-8:30a.m | Games in the rec. area in Lakeview Center | NCAA Basketball Tournament – Fireside room in Lakeview Center | Swimming/Hot Tub – Legacy Lodge Aquatic Center – Friday 9:30p.m.- 11:30p.m.  | “Taking care of business” prayer time in Le Homme Dieu Room – Event Center

Breakouts

Take advantage of these great equipping opportunities! We have amazing breakout sessions led by outstanding teachers. Each breakout session will be held twice – 4:15PM Fri. and 10:15AM Saturday. (Pastors Breakout Friday and Saturday)

Kingsriter Breakouts

I WILL

The Spirit empowered life of holiness we are called to doesn’t just happen. It must be created, cultivated and daily chosen through these nine “I Will” declarations found in Psalm 101.
Mike Stehr | Lead Pastor | Rochester Assembly of God Church
Kingsriter West Room (Kingsriter Retreat Center)

PARENTING THROUGH THE STAGES

If you’re a parent, you know how quickly kids grow and things change. This breakout session offers practical tips and tools for keeping Christ at the center as you parent through every stage of development. We’ll explore topics like discipline, responsibility, technology, and relationships as you adapt your parenting style to the age of your child or children.
Chris Pruett | Family Life Pastor, New Life Church | MN District Kidmin Director
Kingsriter East Room (Kingsriter Retreat Center)

Lakeview Center Breakouts

FREEDOM: THROWING OFF EVERYTHING THAT HINDERS!

Learning how to close the doors to the enemy while cleansing your spiritual house & living free!
During this session personal ministry will take place.
Steve Ekholm | Lead Pastor, Living Hope in Mora
Heritage Room (Lakeview Center)

STEP OFF THE SHAME CYCLE

A spiritual and practical guide on how to move from hopelessness to hopefulness
Michael Kerstetter LPCC, DBT Therapist Kerstetter Counseling
Fireside Room (Lakeview Center)

Event Center Breakouts

COVERED UP

Many of believers are running the race of life weighed down by things they have never been healed — from habits we can’t break, words that still carry weight, and shame that keeps us hidden. Discover how because of Jesus, what once broke you doesn’t have to define you.
Jono Gates | Traveling Evangelist | Jono Gates Ministries
Geneva Commons (Event Center)

MENTORING THE NEXT GENERATION – How to Disciple Young Leaders Who Last!

In this breakout, you’ll learn practical frameworks for mentoring emerging leaders, creating intentional discipleship pathways, and building a culture where young people are empowered to grow spiritually, relationally, and in leadership. Whether you’re leading a small group, serving on a team, or overseeing a ministry, you’ll walk away with simple tools you can implement immediately to raise-up the next generation with confidence and purpose.
Josiah Kennealy | Director and Co-Founder youngadultstoday
Victoria Board Room (Event Center)

THE ARMORY OF LEADERSHIP

Culture-shaping men build and armory of leadership.
This theme will give a strong foundation to call men to rise, lead, and influence every environment they’re placed in. Based on Vince’s new book, The Armory of Leadership
Vince Miller | Founder, Resolute Ministries
Le Homme Dieu Room (Event Center)

3 STEPS TO WINNING AT HOME

Discover a biblical pattern that can equip you to lead your home well and totally transform your future.
Greg Linz | Lead Pastor, Zoe Church
Lake Darling Room (Event Center)

QUIET HEROES

Celebrating good Godly men that often get forgotten.
Dr. Darnell Williams | President, North Central University
Lake Carlos Room (Event Center)

Legacy Lodge Breakouts

YOUR POTENTIAL IS NOW! (Friday 4:15PM only)

“Your Potential is Now”
When you step, God has something to direct and bless.
Dan Parotti | Pastor
South Meeting Room (Basement – Legacy Lodge)

FATHER AND SONS, A LASTING CONNECTION (Saturday 10:15AM only)

“Listen,my son,” What can we learn from these inspired words of Solomon?
Greg Kalyvas | Pastor.
South Meeting Room (Basement -Legacy Lodge)

BATTLE READY

Running your race with the full armor of God.
Mike Stevens | Lead Pastor, Good Hope Church in Cloquet
North Meeting Room (Basement -Legacy Lodge)

Worship Center Breakouts

EYES ON THE PRIZE!

Learn how to shake off every hindrance, run with endurance and keep our eyes on the author and perfector of our faith!
Doug Vagle | Lead Pastor, The Waters Church in Sartell
Worship Center Main

BEST DAD IN THE WORLD

The best dad in the world is what every child WANTS to believe about their dad. In this talk we will unpack simple, yet transformative “dad principles & actions”  that WILL RESULT in being the “best dad in the world” in the eyes of your children.
Dr. Douglas Graham | Director of Church Engagement for OneHope.
Worship Center Loft #202 (north end of balcony)

COMMUNICATION SECRETS OF A GREAT MARRIAGE

Develop the Skills You Need to Resolve Conflict, Reconnect Emotionally and Stay Strong Together.  This talk is from Mike’s latest book by the same title. The book will be available at the workshop with all proceeds going to missions.
Mike Huey | Evangelist, Business Consultant
Worship Center Loft #201 (south end of balcony)

Saturday Sunrise Sessions

FREEDOM: THROWING OFF EVERYTHING THAT HINDERS!

Learning how to close the doors to the enemy while cleansing your spiritual house & living free!
During this session personal ministry will take place.
Steve Ekholm | Lead Pastor, Living Hope in Mora
Heritage Room (Lakeview Center)

TIP OF THE SPEAR
A 30 DAY RAMP-UP TO MEN’S DISCIPLESHIP.

This session frames men’s discipleship from three angles: personal commitment, church vision, and servant leadership.
Kirk Oliver | Teacher, Mentor, Author and Coach
Gil Domally | Minister, Writer and Veteran Human Services Professional.
North Meeting Room (Basement – Legacy Lodge)

PASTOR’S BREAKOUT SESSION         
THE SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH-FAITHFUL TO GOD’S MISSION

Fulfillment of the Great Commission (make disciples)should be a defining characteristic of the Spirit-filled Church
Chris Cleveland | Lead Pastor, Eden Prairie Assembly of God.
Lake Carlos Room (Event Center)

THE CALL TO LEAD

Biblical Principles that empower effective leadership is needed now more than ever, the world needs more leaders.  At some point in your life, whether it be at home, work, in your community, or at church, you will be presented with an opportunity to lead.  Are you ready to answer that call?
Jay Jensen | Sales Executive and Elder at Cedar Valley Church
Le Homme Dieu Room (Event Center)

YOUR POTENTIAL IS NOW!

“Your Potential is Now”
When you step, God has something to direct and bless.
Dan Parotti | Pastor
South Meeting Room (Basement – Legacy Lodge)

STARTING A RECOVERY MINISTRY AT YOUR CHURCH

Most men know men struggling with some kind of bondage from substance abuse to porn issues. The Gospel is the only message that can truly set them free. The Recovery Church movement along with Celebrate Recovery are changing the lives of many and setting captives free.
Paul Logan | Men’s Ministry Pastor.  Founder and Director of Marathon Ministries
Geneva Commons (Event Center)

POWER OF A PRAYING MAN!

Renewing your heart for prayer through scripture.
Aaron Topp | Lead Pastor River Valley Church Eagan.
Lake Darling Room (Event Center)

MEN ON A MISSION

A fatherless generation is crying out. Who will respond? Lets rise up, take responsibility, and walk boldly in our mission.
Ron Wollschlager | Transparent Ministries and Foster Care Chaplain AGUSM
Fireside Room (Lakeview Center)

Quality Christian Leaders | Healthy Faith Communities | Fulfilling the Great Commission