LEAD 2026
MAY 4TH - 6TH
TRINITY BALTIMORE, MD
2122 W JOPPA RD
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
Held Monday-Wednesday, May 4-6 at Trinity, LEAD Conference ‘25 is a 3-day experience for credentialed ministers, delegates, and ministry leaders in DC, MD, VA, WV and surrounding regions. This year’s event features worship, breakouts, and sessions with Rev. Doug Clay, Rev. Brittany Jones, Rev. Rigo Herrera, Jennifer & Jon Barrett, and Pastor Mark Lehmann, so save your spot today!
GUEST SPEAKERS
TENTATIVESCHEDULE OF EVENTS
MONDAY, MAY 4
5:30 PM – Registration
7:00 PM – Ordination Service with Rev. Mark Lehmann
TUESDAY, MAY 5
8:00 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – General Session with Rev. Brittany Jones
10:00 AM – General Session with Jennifer & Jon Barrett
11:30 AM – Lunch (on your own)
1:30 PM – Breakout Session 1
2:30 PM – Breakout Session 2
7:00 PM –General Session with Rev. Doug Clay
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
8:00 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – Memorial & Communion Service with Rigo Herrera
*Business Session immediately following
12:00 PM - Conclusion & Dismissal
BREAKOUT SESSION THEMES
Stay tuned for more information on speakers, full descriptions, and key takeaways for this year’s “must-hear” breakout sessions on timely topics for every level of leadership and ministry life.
*01
AI in the Church (Artificial Intelligence)
*02
Shepherding Your People through Personal Crisis
*03
Pastoral Staff & Building Teams
*04
Keeping Youth & Kids Safe in an Unsafe World
REGISTRATION
Full Conference Ticket: $79 per person
One Day Ticket: $30 per person*
Childcare: $40 per child
*Learn more about special pricing and requirements below:
HOTELS
Potomac Ministry Network has teamed up with HBC Event Services to offer discounted hotel accommodations for this event. These special arrangements and discounted rates are only available via the link below. In addition, the Sheraton Baltimore North has offered a special rate. Click below to explore options.
ALL THE DETAILS
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LEAD 2026 is May 4–6, 2026
Monday–Wednesday -
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
MONDAY, MAY 4
5:30 PM – Registration
7:00 PM – Ordination Service with Rev. Mark LehmannTUESDAY, MAY 5
8:00 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – General Session with Rev. Brittany Jones
10:00 AM – General Session with Jennifer & Jon Barrett
11:30 AM – Lunch (on your own)
1:30 PM – Breakout Session 1
2:30 PM – Breakout Session 2
7:00 PM –General Session with Rev. Doug ClayWEDNESDAY, MAY 6
8:00 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – Memorial & Communion Service with Rigo Herrera
*Business Session immediately following
12:00 PM - Conclusion & Dismissal -
Trinity Baltimore
2122 W Joppa Rd
Timonium, MD 21093 -
Parking: Complimentary on-site parking is available.
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All voters are asked to bring a cellular device for voting. If you do not have a device, please email Lauren Smith at lsmith@potomacag.org. More information regarding the Business Session will be available soon.
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Child Care Information
Monday
Ages 0–4 only
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dinner will not be providedTuesday
Ages 0–4 & 5–8
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lunch and dinner will not be providedWednesday
Ages 0–4 & 5–8
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch will not be provided
Childcare Requests: Please submit requests by April 20, 2026 to ensure proper staffing.
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A hotel link with special event rates through HBC will be available only through potomacag.org.
We encourage you to book early to secure discounted rooms in the area.
DISCOUNT LINK: https://booking.roomvy.com/events/43423818-8369-4db6-a90d-e24cda9eb3f6
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Business casual is recommended. Comfortable shoes are suggested.
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If you require translation services, please submit your request by April 20, 2026.
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The full conference registration is $79 and covers access to all conference programming on Tuesday and Wednesday.
While the Ordination Service on Monday evening is free and open to the public, attendees must purchase a full conference ticket to attend both Tuesday and Wednesday.
One-day tickets are $30 and are valid for only one day. One-day tickets may not be combined to attend multiple days in place of a full conference registration.
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All meals are on your own.
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Trinity Baltimore is wheelchair accessible.
INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THIS EVENT?
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VIDEO PACKAGE
Includes: One (1) video to be shown before sessions
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REGULAR PACKAGE
Includes: One (1) vendor table and two (2) event registrations. Optional Add On: +$150 Video (shown before sessions)
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PREMIUM PACKAGE*
Includes: (2) event registrations, (1) vendor table, (1) video shown during main aession w/ short on-stage speaking time. *Pre-Approval required for this package.
SEE YOU AT TRINITY BALTIMORE!
TRINITY BALTIMORE, MD
2122 W JOPPA RD
TIMONIUM, MD 21093