Leadership
The Empowered21 Global Council is an esteemed group of International Christian leaders, co-chaired by Jack Hayford and Billy Wilson. These leaders have met together in Los Angeles, CA in January 2011 and in Orlando, FL in January 2012 to discuss and give oversight to a series of 11 regional Empowered21 leadership teams. These teams are forming across the world to focus on crucial issues faced by the Spirit-empowered church.

In many cases, Empowered21 meetings mark the first time leaders of the Spirit-filled movement in a given region have ever connected at this level. New, groundbreaking networks are forming in Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Latin America, the Middle East, United States and beyond. Additionally, an Empowered21 ‘Next Gen Youth Leaders Network’ is being formed as the first-ever international network for Spirit-filled youth leaders; all under the leadership of this diverse international cabinet.
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E.A. AdeboyeThe Redeemed Christian Church of God - www.rccg.org E.A. Adeboye is deeply impacting nations around the world with RCCG churches in Nigeria and other African nations, Europe, Haiti, Jamaica, and the USA. He coordinates an annual Holy Ghost Congress which is attended by more than 4 million people each year and is held in a complex with a one-by-one-half-mile, covered worship center. |
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Lisa BevereMessenger International - www.messengerinternational.org Passionate. Edgy. Relatable. Powerful. Funny. These words describe Lisa Bevere—International speaker, best-selling author, and co-host of The Messenger television program, which broadcasts in more than 200 countries. |
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Charles BlakeChurch of God in Christ - www.cogic.org Bishop Charles E. Blake, Sr is the presiding worldwide leader of the Church Of God In Christ (COGIC). COGIC is one of the largest African-American denominations in the United States, and has a worldwide membership of 5 million people in 60 countries. |
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Isak BurgerApostolic Faith Mission - www.afm-ags.org Pastor Isak Burger currently sits as the President of the Apostolic Faith Mission in Johannesburg, South Africa. He serves as Chairperson for the Theological Advisory Committee, is on the Executive Committee for the World Pentecostal Fellowship, and is the Director of Radio Pulpit. Pastor Isak is also the Co-Chair for Empowered21 Africa. |
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Glenn Burris, Jr.Int’l Church of the Foursquare Gospel - www.foursquare.org Since 2010, Pastor Glenn Burris Jr. has held the position of President of the Foursquare Church. President Burris graduated from Mount Vernon Bible College in 1976. He served as youth pastor in Concord, N.C., for a year and, in 1977, became a senior pastor in Macon, Ga. His passions are planting churches and caring for pastors. |
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Ron Carpenter Sr.Int’l Pentecostal Holiness Church - www.iphc.org Dr. Ron Carpenter Sr. was elected in 2009 to serve as General Superintendent of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church. He pastored for 16 years and was the conference superintendent in the Upper South Carolina Conference for 11 years. |
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Juanita CerconeEnlace - www.enlace.org Juanita Cercone serves as President of Enlace Television Network and is actively participating in the Christian television ministry with her husband Jonas Ortiz. Receiving direct instruction from the Lord to raise up intercessors in the Spanish-speaking world, she ministers strongly to female Christian leaders. |
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Lazarus ChakweraAssemblies of God Malawi Pastor Lazarus Chakwera, is currently serving as the president of Malawi Assemblies of God and Executive Council member of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship and World Assemblies of God Relief Agency. Pastor Chakwera is founding senior pastor of International Christian Assembly.
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Rick CiaramitaroWindsor Christian Fellowship - www.windsorchristianfellowship.com Pastor Rick Ciaramitaro is a recognized apostolic voice to the nation of Canada. He has served leaders in the Body of Christ, crossing denominational lines across Canada for the past 25 years. Windsor Christian Fellowship is where Pastor Rick serves as Senior Pastor, in addition to presiding over the Open Bible Faith Fellowship of Canada. |
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Michael ColemanIntegrity Media - www.integritymedia.com He is the co-founder, chairman and president of Integrity Media. He has served as the leader and visionary for Integrity Music since its inception in 1987. An ordained minister, with more than 20 years of international ministry experience, he is the founder and leader of Integrity Worship Ministries. |
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Kenneth CopelandKenneth Copeland Ministries - www.kcm.org Rev. Kenneth Copeland is the founder and president of Kenneth Copeland Ministries. He is the host of the TV program Jesus Is Lord, which is seen by millions of people around the world. Rev. Copeland is a renowned author and is a New York Times Best Seller. He is married to Gloria Copeland with three children. |
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Margaret CourtVictory Life Centre - www.victorylifecenter.com.au Pastor Margaret Court is the founder and senior pastor of Victory Life Centre (VLC) in Osborne Park Western Australia. Pastor Margaret is Australia’s most successful and celebrated tennis player of all time. No player in tennis history has ever surpassed her incredible record of 62 grand slam titles. Pastor Margaret’s desire for VLC is to train an army of strong believers. |
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Raymond CulpepperChurch of God - www.churchofgod.org A graduate of Lee University and California Graduate School of Theology, Dr. Raymond F. Culpepper has served as the Church of God General Overseer since 2008. He holds many honors, has spoken at numerous venues and has published works including - The Leading Man and Powerliving: Practical Principles for Living in the Spirit. |
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Daniel de LeónTemplo Calvario - www.tcsocal.com For over 33 years, Pastor Daniel de Leon has pastored Templo CalvarioinSanta Ana, California. Under his guidance the church has grown to be one of the largest bi-lingual Hispanic congregation in the U.S.A. Templo Calvariohas established 75 satellite churches in the United States and in Latin America. |
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Ulf EkmanWord of Life Church - www.ulfekman.org Dr. Ulf Ekman is the founder and senior pastor of Word of Life Church in Uppsala, Sweden. Dr. Ekman travels extensively to maintain, develop and consolidate the various aspects of the church’s international work. Pastor Ekman has a heart to train local Christian pastors and leaders, who can reach out to their respective regions. |
Chady El-AouadAbundant Life Church and Ministries - www.chadyelaouad.com Pastor Chady El-Aouad is the Founder & Senior Pastor of Abundant Life Church and Ministries in Beirut Lebanon. ALC is one of the leading churches in the Middle East, and the fastest growing evangelical and charismatic church in both Lebanon and Syria. Pastor Chady has preached in more than 65 nations. |
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Ingolf EllsselPentecostal European Fellowship – www.pef.eu Pastor Ingolf Ellssel serves as the Chairman on the Pentecostal European Fellowship. Pastor Inglof resides in Tostedt, Germany and is excited to see the Spirit-empowered church advance all throughout Europe. |
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Jeff FarmerJeff Farmer is currently the Chair of PCCNA and the former President of Open Bible Churches. Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches of North America provides a framework for fellowship, dialogue, and cooperation between the various Pentecostal and Charismatic denominations, churches, and ministries in North America that agree with the purposes and goals of the organization. |
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David FergusonIntimate Life Ministries - www.greatcommandment.net Dr. David Ferguson, LPC, is the author/developer of the Intimacy Therapy model. David is also a minister, author, Licensed Professional Counselor, and speaker. He earned a M.Ed. from Southwest Texas State University, a Ph.D. and a Litt.D. from Oxford Graduate School. |
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Jentezen FranklinFree Chapel Church - www.freechapel.org Jentezen Franklin delivers inspirational messages as the Senior Pastor of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Georgia; and his ministry impacts generations through various global outreaches and his televised broadcast, “Kingdom Connection.” Jentezen Franklin and his wife, Cherise, have five children. |
Claudio FreidzonKing of Kings Church - www.claudiofreidzon.com Claudio Freidzon is the pastor of Rey de Reyes Church in Buenos Aires, Argentina which he began in 1986. He is the host of the TV program Rey de Reyes TV, best selling author, and was among the first in South America to lead the way as an Evangelist with miracle services. Pastor Claudio is married to Betty and they have three children. |
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Alton GarrisonAssemblies of God - www.ag.org Alton Garrison serves as the assistant general superintendent of the Assemblies of God. Pastor Garrison is an accomplished author and has published numerous books. He and his wife, Johanna, have one daughter. |
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Jonás GonzálezEnlace- www.enlace.org Jónas González serves as the president of Enlace TBN, the most influential Christian television network in Latin America. Enlace TBN also reaches homes in the USA, Europe and in Asia. Jónas is married to Juanita Cercone who also partners with him in Enlace´s ministry.
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Mart GreenORU Board of Trustees - www.martgreen.net Mart Green is the Chair of the Board of Trustees at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is the founder and president ofMardel, a chain of Christian and educational supply stores, and the President of Hobby Lobby, a chain of over 400 arts and crafts stores. He and his wife, Diana, have been married for over 30 years. |
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Prince GuneratnamCalvary Church - http://www.calvary.org.my/ Pastor Prince Guneratnam is the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In 2010, Pastor Prince was elected as the Chairman of the Pentecostal World Fellowship. He is extremely well respected around the world, and has a heart to maximize the potential of the body of Christ and equip them for service in the kingdom of God. |
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Jack Hayford (Co-Chair)Jack Hayford Ministries - www.jackhayford.org Pastor Jack Hayford is the founder and Chancellor of The Kings University in Los Angeles, CA. Pastor Hayford is the founding pastor of The Church On The Way in Van Nuys, CA. He is a prolific and best-selling author, who has penned more than 52 books and composed 600 hymns and choruses. |
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Marilyn HickeyMarilyn Hickey Ministries - www.marilynandsarah.org Encouraging, optimistic, always upbeat and energetic at 78, Marilyn Hickey is still going strong. In recent years, she ministered in Sudan, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, India, China and Pakistan. She is the first woman to join the Board of Directors of the largest church in the world, Dr. David Yonggi’s Church Growth International in South Korea. |
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Wayne HilsdenKing of Kings Community Jerusalem - >www.kkcj.org Pastor Wayne Hilsden, a resident of Jerusalem since 1983, gives leadership and oversight to the King of Kings Ministry team. In addition to preaching regularly in Jerusalem, he travels the world sharing with the nations about the restoration of Israel. |
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Al HollingsworthBoss Global Inc. - >www.bossthemovement.com Al Hollingsworth and his wife Hattie are successful business leaders, international speakers, and ministers of the Gospel. Al and Hattie Hollingsworth are the founders of the internationally acclaimed, Christ-centered BOSS. |
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Rob HoskinsOne Hope - >www.onehope.net Rob is a noted author, missionary, and the President of One Hope Inc. Rob serves as the ministry’s visionary and is responsible for the strategic oversight, with a heart for the unity of the global church. He resides in Florida with his wife, Kim, and daughters, Diandra and Natasha. |
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Brian HoustonHillsong Church - >www.myhillsong.com Pastor Brian is passionate about the Cause of Christ, consumed with seeing people come into relationship with Jesus. With over 30 years of leadership and ministry experience, Brian’s commitment and ability to present the timeless message of Christ in a relevant and practical way has seen countless lives impacted. |
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Cindy JacobsGenerals International - www.generals.org Cindy Jacobs is a respected prophet who travels the world ministering not only to crowds of people, but to heads of nations. Perhaps her greatest ministry is to world influencers who seek her prophetic advice. Cindy is an accomplished author, television personality, and the founder of Generals International. |
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Lawrence KhongFaith Community Baptist Church - http://www.fcbc.org.sg/ Apostle Lawrence Khong is the Senior Pastor of Faith Community Baptist Church in Singapore. In recent years, Pastor Khong has followed his calling from God to enter the entertainment world by producing movies and performing magic shows as a platform for him to share Christ with unbelievers and to “reclaim the media for God’s kingdom”. |
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Young Hoon LeeYoido Full Gospel Church - english.fgtv.com Dr. Young Hoon Lee, the Senior Pastor of the Yoido Full Gospel Church, who succeeded Dr. Yonggi Cho, has served as the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God of Korea Yoido General Council since 2009. Lee also has served as the Co-President of Christian Council of Korea. |
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Dennis LindsayChrist for the Nations - www.cfni.org Dennis Lindsay is the acting president and CEO of Christ for the Nations, located in Dallas, TX. Founded in 1948, Christ for the Nations prepares and trains world changers and networks with CFN Associate Bible Schools to become part of the extreme generation that will go to the edge to evangelize the lost. |
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Ron LuceTeen Mania Ministries - www.teenmania.com Ron is the President and Founder of Teen Mania Ministries, a Christian youth organization that reaches millions of young people worldwide. Ron passionately declares the truth of the Gospel without compromise as he challenges teenagers to take a stand for Christ in their schools, communities, and throughout the world. |
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Gordon McDonaldPentecostal Holiness Church - www.phcc.ca Pastor Gordon McDonald and his wife Glenda serve as senior pastors for Calvary Christian Church in Surrey, BC and as the head Bishop for the Pentecostal Holiness Church in Canada. He has a heart for Missions and has instilled that vision in the hearts and lives of many of the people around the world. |
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Gordon MooreC3 Church Bridgeman Downs - www.c3bd.com Pastor Gordon McDonald and his wife Glenda serve as senior pastors for Calvary Christian Church in Surrey, BC and as the head Bishop for the Pentecostal Holiness Church in Canada. He has a heart for Missions and has instilled that vision in the hearts and lives of many of the people around the world. |
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Robert MorrisGateway Church - www.gatewaypeople.com Robert Morris is senior pastor of Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas. He is a gifted communicator with over 20 years of experience imparting biblical principles on prosperity and personal growth. His passionate, practical and often humorous presentation touches believers and impacts even the un-churched. |
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Myles MonroeBahamas Faith Ministries International - www.bfmmm.com Myles Munroe is the president and founder of the Bahamas Faith Ministries International (BFMI), a Christian growth and resource center that includes leadership training institutes, a missions agency, a publishing company, a television network, radio and Web communications, and a church community. His wife, Ruth, is co-pastor and serves alongside Dr. Munroe in the ministry. |
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Niko NjotorahardjoGereja Bethel Indonesia - www.hmministry.com Senior Pastor of GBI Jl Gatot Subroto, Niko Njotorahardjo has a passion to see the Holy Spirit overtake the region of Asia. He is the founder and president of Healing Movement Ministries, and has been a leading force for the healing movement in Asia. Pastor Niko is Co-Chair for Empowered21 Asia and on the cutting edge of the Spirit-empowered movement. |
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Oreste PesareInt’l Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services - www.iccrs.org Oreste Pesare has been Executive Director of International Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services (ICCRS) since 1996. Born in Foggia, Italy, Oreste was introduced to the Charismatic Renewal in 1984 through a strong spiritual experience with God that changed his life completely |
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Rick RennerRenner Ministries - www.renner.org Rick Renner is the senior pastor of the Moscow Good News Church, as well as the founder and director of the Good News Association of Pastors and Churches with nearly 800 member churches. In addition, Rick is the founder of Media Mir, the first Christian television network established in the former USSR that today broadcasts the Gospel to a potential audience of 110 million people. Rick resides in Moscow with his wife Denise and their three sons and families.
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Gordon RobertsonChristian Broadcasting Network - www.cbn.com Gordon Robertson was appointed Chief Executive Officer of The Christian Broadcasting Network in 2007. He is the host of the TV program 700 Club on CBN, which is seen by millions around the world. After graduating from Yale University in 1980, Gordon earned his Juris Doctor degree from Washington and Lee University. For the next 10 years, he practiced law in Norfolk, Virginia. |
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Samuel Rodríguez, Jr.Nat’l Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference - www.nhclc.org Samuel Rodriguez, Jr, is President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, also known as the Hispanic Evangelical Association, the nation’s largest Christian Hispanic organization, and Overseer of Third Day Worship Centers, Assemblies of God. CNN named Rev. Rodriguez, “The leader of the Hispanic Evangelical movement”. The Wall St. Journal has identified him as one of America’s 7 most influential Hispanic Leaders, and the only religious leader on the list. |
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Greg SurrattSeacoast Church - www.seacoast.org Greg is founding pastor of Seacoast Church, one of the early adopters of the multi-site model. Located in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, Seacoast has been recognized by various media as an innovative and influential thought leader in future strategies for church growth and development. |
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Vinson SynanRegent University - www.regent.edu Dr. Vinson Synan has been Dean Emeritus of the School of Divinity at Regent University since 1994. Before that he served as a pastor and the General Secretary of the Pentecostal Holiness denomination. Dr. Synan has produced 15 works as the premier historian of the Pentecostal/Charismatic movement. |
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Matthew K. ThomasCentral India Outreach - www.matthewkthomas.org Pastor Matthew Thomas is founder and president of Central India Outreach (CIO). “The vision of CIO is to penetrate and pervade the hardest and darkest sections of our society with the love and light of Jesus Christ.” |
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David WellsPentecostal Assemblies of Canada - www.paoc.org Rev. David Wells is General Superintendent of The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. He has pastored several churches, and has also served as a chaplain for Canada’s Olympic teams. Rev. Wells serves as Chair of the Board for the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada and has an MA in Christian Ministry from Briercrest Seminary, SK. |
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Mark WilliamsChurch of God - www.churchofgod.org Pastor Mark Williams was appointed to Second Assistant General Overseer in 2008 with the Church of God. Pastor Williams was an international evangelist, and also pastored several local congregations. He currently serves on many diverse boards across the nation. |
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Billy Wilson (Co-Chair)International Center for Spiritual Renewal - www.icfsr.org Rev. Billy Wilson currently serves as Executive Director of the International Center for Spiritual Renewal which is facilitatingEmpowered21, bringing together leaders, scholars, and next-generation voices to address issues in the Spirit-empowered movement. He is the host of the weekly television program World Impact with Billy Wilson, which is seen in over 170 nations. Currently, he also serves as chair of the Awakening America Alliance, which is in partnership with the Mission America coalition (Lausanne USA) uniting Evangelicals, Charismatics and Pentecostals for a national Christ awakening. |
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George WoodAssemblies of God - www.ag.org Dr. George O. Wood was elected to the position of General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God in August of 2007. He pastored Newport-Mesa Christian Center in Costa Mesa, California, for 17 years. Dr. Wood is author of seven books which include his brand new book called Living in the Spirit. |

















































