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Books that Inspire and Equip

These books have been shared for informational and educational purposes only. The views expressed by these resources do not necessarily reflect the views of Adventist Young Professionals. Authors represent a variety of Christian faith backgrounds and denominations.

Empty Pews to a Million Views

Justin Khoe

A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23

W. Phillip Keller

God Never Gives Up on You

Max Lucado

Good Boundaries and Goodbyes

Lysa TerKeurst

Pure: Why the Bible's Plan for Sexuality Isn't Outdated, Irrelevant, or Oppressive

Dean Inserra

Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners

Dane C. Ortlund

Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?

Sam Allberry

How Does God Change Us?

Dane C. Ortlund

The Lord's Prayer

Kevin DeYoung

Prayer: How Praying Together Shapes the Church

John Onwuchekwa

Replicate

Robby Gallaty & Chris Swain

What God Has to Say about Our Bodies

Sam Allberry

Jesus, the Ultimate Ladies' Man

Sarah Holley

More Than a Carpenter

Josh D. McDowell & Sean McDowell

Faithful Endurance

Collin Hansen & Jeff Robinson Sr.

What Is a Healthy Church Member?

Thabiti M. Anyabwile

Rediscover Church

Collin Hansen & Jonathan Leeman

Let's All Be Brave

Annie F. Downs

Telling a Better Story

Joshua D. Chatraw

Shaped by the Gospel

Timothy Keller

Young Adult Ministry Now

Steven Argue

Letters to the Church

Francis Chan

Dream Big, Think Small

Jeff Manion

Mentoring Ministry

Fraser Keay

Dream Big

Bob Goff

Overflow

Michael Reeves

Everybody Always

Bob Goff

The Struggle Is Real

Nicole Unice

Love Does

Bob Goff

Holier Than Thou

Jackie Hill Perry

Undistracted

Bob Goff

Never Too Far

Louie Giglio

God Has a Name

John Mark Comer

Abuelita Faith

Kat Armas

The Heavenly Trio

Ty Gibson

Loveology

John Mark Comer

I'll See You Tomorrow

Heather Thompson Day

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

John Mark Comer

Canoeing the Mountains

Todd Bolsinger

It's Not Your Turn Yet

Heather Thompson Day

The House That God Built

Sandra Finley Doran

Invitation to Retreat

Ruth Haley Barton

Updraft

Sandra Finley Doran

Tempered Resilience

Todd Bolsinger

Finally Free

Sandra Finley Doran

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David Asscherick

David is a speaker/director for Light Bearers and ARISE co-founder and instructor. Since his baptism in 1999, David has traveled the globe preaching and teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. He and his wife Violeta are the happy parents of two boys, Landon and Jabel.

Keynote Speaker

Benjamin Lundquist, host of Rise & Lead, will headline 2023 AYP Convention.

Benjamin Lundquist is a top motivational speaker and one the leading voices for leadership development and empowerment. He is passionate about helping students and professionals see their worth and value, see themselves as a leader, and see their potential to change the world. The message he shares is motivating, relatable, and highly practical. Audiences are challenged to take extreme ownership of the unique gifts and opportunities they have. He is an international speaker and host of Rise and Lead Podcast which has been downloaded in over 110 countries providing aspiring and experienced leaders of all ages with world-class content and conversation. He frequently speaks at corporate and faith events, universities, and high schools.

Identity in Christ | Breakout Track

April is currently an associate pastor for discipleship at Keene SDA church. She is enrolled in a dual graduate program for Public Health and MDIV chaplaincy. She enjoys working with different ministries that highlight service, hospitality, and life enrichment. 

Her hobbies include traveling, reading, music, and extreme sports. An introvert at heart, she enjoys moments with close friends and in the quiet. Her and her husband, Blake Snyder reside in Burleson, Texas.

Purpose & Calling | Breakout Track

Ann Roda likes to describe her life as one long adventure with God. She began her career as a registered nurse in OB then transitioned into healthcare administration. Then, God unexpectedly redirected her path to the Adventist Theological Seminary, for an MDiv, and into pastoral ministry. She spent 15 years as a church pastor in Marietta, Georgia and Fulton, Maryland. Six years ago, God had another adventure for Ann, and called her back into the health care ministry, serving with Adventist HealthCare as Vice President for Mission and Spiritual Care. 

This position is the perfect combination of both pastoral ministry and health care. Ann is married to Jose Hernandez, a licensed professional counselor. Ann and her husband enjoy hiking, biking, and traveling.

Relationships | Breakout Track

Stephen and Felecia Lee are partners in the mission. They share a mutual passion for young adult ministries and using their talents to share the Gospel online and through speaking engagements. Stephen helps individuals and businesses function more efficiently through time management and productivity techniques. Felecia is a full-time homemaker and also the founder of the New Wives Club. 

In addition to this, she runs a program teaching women of color how to learn principles of faith through natural hair care. They live in New Hampshire and speak in different places on topics related to singleness, courtship, communication, evangelism, and faith.

Spiritual Health | Breakout Track

Shawn is passionate about generations coming together! She grew up in a four-generation family business and knows, from first-hand experience, that when people of all ages work together, everyone wins!

She has a B.S. in marketing from the University of Nebraska and is an award-winning sales and marketing professional. Her professional certifications include being a member of the John Maxwell Team and DISC Behavioral Consultant. Recently she published her first book “Strategies for Generational Inclusion at Work.”

Communities | Breakout Track

Michael Gibson currently serves as the Lead Pastor at the Keene SDA Church where he most previously served for four years as Pastor for Young Adults and lead Elevate, a growing and thriving young adult community in Keene. Michael is married to Melissa and they both enjoy the outdoors, long walks, and traveling to new, unexplored places. 

Most days, when he’s not teaching, preaching or studying, you’ll find him playing disc golf or working on home renovations with Melissa. They recently welcomed their son, Micah Eden, into the world last October and ever since, life has taken on a whole new meaning. Above all, Michael and Melissa have a passion for discipleship and telling others about the incredible God they serve. For them, the gospel boils down to loving God and loving people.