For those searching for hope and direction, James River Church has become more than a church building in southwest Missouri. Itโs a place where voices that shape culture and strengthen faith come to pour into others.
At the heart of this effort is a clear mission: to make life-giving leadership and Spirit-led wisdom accessible to everyone.
Through strategic events and digital platforms, James River Church has positioned itself as a hub where nationally known pastors, authors, athletes, and entrepreneurs converge to equip the next generation of leaders. Whether on stage or behind a microphone, these voices offer insights that blend spiritual depth with practical leadership.
From their new podcast Path to Purpose to their highly anticipated Stronger Menโs Conference and the Designed for Life womenโs conference, James River Church is creating a space where the lessons of high-level leaders can inspire everyone who walks through their doors or tunes in online.
This yearโs Designed for Life Conference, which will take place at Great Southern Bank Arena in October, will feature inspiring leaders like Chad and Julia Veach of Zoe Church in Los Angeles. Chad has authored five books and hosts Leadership Lean In, a top-charting leadership podcast.
The conference will also feature author and pastor Alex Seeley, co-leader of The Belonging Co in Nashville. Alex has been a pastor for more than 30 years, and her teachings are known for helping people rediscover who they are in Christ and confidently step into Godโs call on their lives.
The Stronger Menโs Conference: Equipping Men for Leadership and Legacy
The Stronger Menโs Conference is another standout event that brings leaders and learners together.
Brothers David Lindell and Brandon Lindell will host the conference in April 2026, which will feature more nationally recognized speakers. One of the highly anticipated guest speakers is best-selling author Levi Lusko, the founder and lead pastor of Fresh Life Church in Montana.
Tim Timberlake, Senior Pastor of Celebration Church, will also be there. His latest book, The Art of Overcoming, has helped people across the world explore how they deal with loss, grief, and hurt and how to keep these challenges from discouraging or derailing their lives.
Previous years saw sport legends like MLB Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera and UFC Hall of Famer Matt Hughes deliver messages of character, conviction, and strength.
Path to Purpose: A Podcast That Brings Faith and Real-World Wisdom Together
For those who canโt attend the conferences in person, James River Church is making these powerful voices accessible through its new Path to Purpose podcast. Pastors David and Brandon Lindell recently sat down with Levi Lusko for an honest conversation about mental health, identity, and spiritual endurance. Lusko spoke openly about the internal battles that come with leadership and the power of living boldly for God.
More Than a Sunday Service: A Church That Builds People
At the heart of all this is a commitment from Pastors John and Debbie Lindell, along with Brandon Lindell, David Lindell, and the churchโs leadership team, to make life-giving, Spirit-filled teaching accessible to all.
โOur heart is to make leadership and spiritual growth accessible to anyone who wants to grow,โ says Pastor David Lindell. โWhether you're leading a team, raising a family, or simply looking for hope in the middle of everyday life, thereโs a place for you here.โ
Whether youโre watching from your living room, sitting in the back row, or attending a conference with thousands of others, James River Church is designed to meet you where you areโand move you closer to God.
To learn more about upcoming events, speakers, and how you can get involved, visit www.jamesriver.church.
About James River Church
James River Church, serving thousands of attendees weekly, is a Pentecostal church with four locations in southwest Missouri and a growing online community. Known for its passionate worship and engaging childrenโs and youth programs, JRC is dedicated to reaching people with the Gospel, global missions, and community outreach through initiatives like Cherish Kids and James River Charities.
