WHAT IS SUMMIT?
COMMUNICATORS
Don Immel
PENNDEL
SUPERINTENDENT
SAY YES... TO THE ANOINTING
Dr. Don Immel is a graduate of Valley Forge Christian College [now the University of Valley Forge (’82)], and Ashland Theological Seminary (’84), with a concentration in Pastoral Psychology and Counseling from Emerge Ministries, Akron Ohio. Don also earned his Doctor of Ministry degree through Southeastern University with the publication of his dissertation: Denominational Influence In Church Revitalization.
In full-time ministry since 1982, he has served as a youth pastor, pastoral counselor, and since 1989, as lead pastor in Uniontown, PA (18 years) and New Stanton, PA (6 years). Additionally, Don served the PennDel Ministry Network as a presbyter from 1997-2013, until the time of his election as Secretary-Treasurer from 2013 – 2018.
In May of 2018, he was elected as the PennDel Ministry Network Superintendent serving approximately 400 churches and 1,200 ministers. He is married to Robin and has three children: Benjamin, Rebecca, and Donnie, and five grandchildren.
In October 2019, Steve joined the University of Valley Forge where he serves as the VP of Development and Church Relations. In his spare time, he and Liz enjoy spending time with their seven grandchildren.
Mark English
LEAD PASTOR OFCHRISTIAN LIFE CHURCH
SAY YES... TO Worship & the word
Mark English is the Lead Pastor of Christian Life Church in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. Before moving to the Greater Philadelphia Area four years ago, he pastored in Florida for 24 years. His passion for missions has allowed him to travel to thirty countries on five continents. Whether advocating for orphans at home or in the slums of Asia or promoting Bible translation worldwide through Bible Alliance, caring for the lost and hurting continue to fuel his ministry. Mark earned his undergraduate from Southeastern University and his MA in Organizational Leadership from Evangel University. Mark and Christy have been married for thirty-two years. They are blessed with two adult daughters, one son-in-law, one son, and one granddaughter.
Steve Defrain
PENNDEL ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENt
SAY YES... TO big missional dreams
Steve DeFrain pastored Morning Star Fellowship for thirty-eight years in Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania. Over the years the church experienced steady and consistent growth, which enabled them to plant six churches. He is married to Liz, who serves as the Women’s Director for the PennDel Ministry Network. They have two sons, who are also in full-time ministry. Steven and his wife Leah planted Journey Church in Phoenixville, PA along with four additional campuses. Ryan and his wife Tiffany are campus pastors at Morning Star Fellowship in Pennsburg, PA.
In October 2019, Steve joined the University of Valley Forge where he serves as the VP of Development and Church Relations. In his spare time, he and Liz enjoy spending time with their seven grandchildren.
Dick BRogden
Live DeadAGWM Area Director
SAY YES...
TO missionS
Dick and Jennifer Brogden have served among Muslims for the last 30 years; Mauritania (1992), Kenya (1993-1995), Sudan (1996-2011), Egypt and the Arab World (2012 – 2018), and Saudi Arabia (2019 – Present). They helped found the Live Dead movement and now serve on the Live Dead Global Leadership Team. They serve now as Area Directors for AGWM for the Arab World. Dick is the author of “Loving Muslims”, “The Live Dead Joy”, “This Gospel”, “Abiding in Jesus”, “Abiding Mission”, “The Live Dead Journey”, “Missionary God, Missionary Bible”, and is the editor of “The Live Dead Journal”. Dick has his PhD in intercultural studies. Dick and Jennifer have two sons, Luke and Zack.
Duane Durst
Northeast Executive Presbyter
Say Yes...
to HIS call
Dr. Duane Durst is the Superintendent for the NY Ministry Network and our Northeast AG Executive Presbyter. He has served as a local church pastor and church consultant in the area of administration, planning, leadership development, and conflict resolution. Duane and Beverly have three children and eleven grandchildren.
WORSHIP
ARIA Smith
PENNDEL
WORSHIP LEAD
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SCHEDULE
*Subject to change.
MONDAY MAY 1
1PM - Exhibitor Setup
2PM - City Prayer Walks
4PM - Exhibits and Registration Opens
6:30PM - SESSION 1 - Say Yes to... Worship and the Word (Mark English)
AFTER SESSION: Fire Bible Connection Food Event
TUESDAY May 2
8:30AM - Registration
9:30AM - SESSION 2: Say Yes to... Big Missional Dreams (Steve Defrain)
12PM -Senior's Lunch
1:30PM - Business Session
7PM - Say Yes to... Missions (Dick Brogden)
WEDNESDAY MAY 3
8:30AM - Registration9:30AM - Say Yes to... The Anointing (Don Immel)
11AM - Say Yes! Breakouts
12:30PM - Lunch
2PM - Business Session (if needed)
7PM - Say Yes to... The Call - Ordination Service (Duane Durst)
12:30PM - Lunch
2PM - Business Session (if needed)
7PM - Say Yes to... The Call - Ordination Service (Duane Durst)
ALL SESSIONS, WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITIES ARE FREE
LODGING & MEALS are an additional cost
*INFANT – PRESCHOOL CHILDCARE IS AVAILABLE
EVENT LOCATION
May 1 - 3, 2023
Christian Life CHURCH
HOTEL INFORMATION
Hampton Inn and SuitesBensalem
3660 Street RdBensalem, PA 19020
Rate: $169-189/night
1-800-426-7866
GROUP CODE: PMN
Reservation Deadline: 4/1/23
SpringHill Suites
200 North Buckstown Dr.Langhorne, PA 19047
Rate:
King Suite - $139/night
Double Queen Suite - $159/night
(215)-891-5501
SHeraton Bucks County Langhorne
400 Oxford Valley RoadLanghorne, PA 19407
Rate:
2 Double Beds - $139/night
(215)-547-4100
Courtyard by Marriott Bensalem
3280 Tillman Dr.Bensalem, PA 19020
Rate:
Standard King - $169/night
Double Queen - $169/night
(215)-604-9900