At Lead the Generation Conference 2026, we’re excited to introduce Super Sessions—expanded workshops designed to go deeper on the topics shaping the future of Next Gen ministry. These 60-minute sessions feature national voices and ministry experts bringing actionable insights for youth, kids, and family ministry leaders who want to grow in both strategy and spirit.

Each Super Session is built to inspire your heart, equip your hands, and strengthen your leadership impact in your local church. Whether you’re a youth pastor, kids ministry pastor, volunteer leader, or student leader, these sessions will help you lead with greater clarity and confidence.

Super Session Lineup

Ashton Peters – The Five Families You Meet at Church

Every church is filled with a variety of family types and dynamics. In this engaging session, Ashton Peters, author of “The Third Voice,” explores the five most common “families” you’ll encounter in your ministry—and how to build bridges of understanding, trust, and discipleship with each one.

(Recommended Audience: Kids and Youth Leaders)

OneHope – Gen Alpha: Insights on the Next Generation

What will ministry look like for the youngest emerging generation? Drawing from OneHope’s global research, this session unpacks the latest insights on Gen Alpha’s worldview, digital habits, and spiritual potential—and what it all means for the future of your ministry.

(Recommended Audience: Kids and Youth Leaders)

Carrie Brooks – Why Gospel Fluency Is Foundational to Your Discipleship Strategy

Discipleship begins with clear communication of the gospel. Carrie Brooks will help you understand what “Gospel Fluency” really means, why it’s essential for every leader, and how to train your team to speak the good news naturally in every context of ministry.

(Recommended Audience: Youth Leaders and Student Leaders)

Eric Hoffman (WorldServe) – Raising Up a Generous Generation

How do we cultivate generosity in students who live in a self-focused world? Eric Hoffman shares practical ways to teach and model biblical generosity that moves beyond money—helping young people embrace compassion, sacrifice, and mission as a lifestyle.

(Recommended Audience: Youth Leaders and Student Leaders)

Jacob Jester (AGWM NextGen) – Sending the Next Generation of Missionaries

Missions isn’t just for adults—it’s for every believer. In this passionate session, Jacob Jester challenges leaders to identify, equip, and release a new wave of students to reach the nations through prayer, giving, and going.

(Recommended Audience: Youth Leaders and Student Leaders)

Carlo Orlando – Building a Healthy Kids Ministry Team

Behind every thriving kids ministry is a healthy team. Carlo Orlando will walk you through proven strategies for recruiting, developing, and caring for your volunteers—so your team stays motivated, equipped, and unified in vision.

(Recommended Audience: Kids Min Leaders)

Note:

Session lineup and details are subject to change. Final Super Session schedule will be released closer to the conference date.