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Albuquerque, NM

July 19-22, 2010
NWLC 2010
Kansas City, KS

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NWLC East
Lancaster, PA

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	Louie Giglio A passionate communicator and leader, Louie Giglio is the Visionary Architect and Director of the Passion Movement, which includes the collegiate gatherings of Passion Conferences, Atlanta based Passion City Church and EMI CMG label partner sixstepsrecords. He is the Pastor of Passion City Church, a local community of faith with the DNA of the Passion Movement. He also is the founder of sixstepsrecords, a label partner with EMI CMG, and home to artist Chris Tomlin, David CrowderBand, Charlie Hall, Matt Redman, Passion, Kristian Stanfill and Christy Nockels. Louie has been a part of multiple Grammy nominated projects and has been awarded Dove Awards for songwriting and Passion Event recordings. Louie Giglio will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas*
	Chris Tomlin One of the premier songwriters of today, Chris Tomlin is shaping the language of worship for generations present and future. And yet his gifts are rooted in one central truth, that God is the center of everything. Chris Tomlin will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Israel Houghton In 1995, Israel and Meleasa Houghton founded New Breed Ministries, an organization comprised of noted musicians and singers who serve within their respective churches and together serve the Church at large. Israel and New Breed were catapulted into the limelight during 2005 with the release of their gold-certified CD Live From Another Level. They followed this success with the release of Alive in South Africa in late 2005 and A Timeless Christmas released in the fall of 2006. The accolades continued to flow including a GRAMMY Award, Dove Awards, Stellar Awards and a Soul Train Award. Israel is a worship leader at Houston's Lakewood Church. Israel Houghton will be at the NWLC Southwest AND the 2010 NWLC in Kansas.
	Marcos Witt Marcos Witt is a Grammy Award winner, founder of the Christian production company CanZion Producciones (renamed Grupo CanZion) and the pastor of the Spanish service at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. Marcos Witt will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Lisa Harper Lisa Harper has a Masters of Theological Studies from Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis. She's a sought-after Bible teacher and is currently part of the Women of Faith national tour. She's written nine books, including A Perfect Mess: Why You Don't Have to Worry About Being Good Enough For God and Untamed: How the Wild Side of Jesus Frees Us to Live and Love with Abandon. Find out more at www.lisaharper.net. Lisa Harper will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Dr. Leonard Sweet Currently occupying the E. Stanley Jones Chair of Evangelism, Len served from 1995 to 2001 as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Theological School at Drew University, Madison, New Jersey. He is also a Visiting Distinguished Professor at George Fox University in Portland, Oregon, and President Emeritus of United Theological Seminary. He is a weekly contributor to the online preaching resource, sermons.com. Author of more than two hundred articles, 1200 published sermons and almost forty books, Leonard is currently working on two textbooks: one on preaching and one on evangelism. His most recent book is So Beautiful: Divine Design for Life and the Church. The last two years Len has been voted by his peers as "One of the 50 Most Influential Christians in America" as polled by ChurchReport magazine. His free weekly podcast is called "Napkin Scribbles." Leonard Sweet will be at the NWLC Southwest & NWLC East
	Keith & Kristyn Getty As preeminent modern hymn writers and recording artists, Ireland's Keith & Kristyn Getty have shared their music in churches and at conferences throughout the US and abroad. The couple's Dove Award-nominated 2007 stateside debut, In Christ Alone, features the immensely popular title-cut. Co-penned by Keith and acclaimed British songwriter Stuart Townend, "In Christ Alone" has been recorded by numerous artists and quickly taken root in churches around the globe. Keith & Kristyn Getty's latest recording, Awaken The Dawn, released last year. A chronological journey through a service of worship, Awaken The Dawn comprises 12 fresh hymns and new songs for the Church and marks a return to the traditional Celtic sound of the Gettys' homeland. The Getty's will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Christy Nockels As Watermark, Christy and her husband, Nathan, recorded five albums with Rocketown Records. They composed a journey full of songs, 7 of which were #1 radio singles. They also had numerous Dove Awards nominations, including Christy's nominations for Female Vocalist of the Year, and their album A Grateful People was up for both Inspirational Album of the Year and Praise & Worship Album of the Year. After 5 albums, Christy and Nathan felt led to end their Watermark season to focus on other areas of ministry giving Christy more availability to focus on leading worship, teaching at various women's events, but most importantly, time to pour in to her most treasured legacy, her three children, Noah Luke (9), Elliana (7) and Annie Rose (2). Christy and Nathan have also continued to serve Passion Conferences for the past 12 years and in 2008, they moved to Atlanta, GA to be a founding family of Passion City Church. As an extension of that church family, Christy and Nathan enjoy collaborating with their long time friends Chris Tomlin and Matt Redman, and the two are often seen on the road, singing, accompanying and supporting their fellow worship leaders. Along with the move to Atlanta, Christy has joined the sixstepsrecords family and released her first solo worship project, "Life Light Up", produced by Nathan, in June of 2009. Christy's heart through leading worship and song writing is to help people communicate intimately with the living God, and to leave a legacy of proclaiming Jesus' fame to this generation. Christy Nockels will be at the NWLC East
	Paul Baloche As a Dove-Award winning songwriter, Paul has written hundreds of songs that have been featured on a variety of albums including the platinum selling WoW Worship CD's and the Time Life - Songs 4 Worship series. He has written many popular songs including "Open the Eyes of my Heart", "Above All", "Praise Adonai", "Offering", and "My Reward". For fifteen years, he has served as the Worship Pastor at Community Christian Fellowship in Lindale, Texas and is not only a songwriter, but a musician, clinician, recording artist, and producer. Paul Baloche will be at the NWLC East
	Tommy Walker Tommy has led worship at Christian Assembly in Los Angeles, California with his pastor, Mark Pickerill, since 1990. He has traveled with Promise Keepers, Greg Laurie Harvest Crusades and Franklin Graham. He has also been privileged to serve with such church leaders as Jack Hayford, Bill Hybels and Rick Warren. He has recorded worship projects for Maranatha! Music, Integrity Music, and Get Down Ministries. He has written over 100 songs that are currently being tracked by C.C.L.I. and are being sung in churches around the world, including He Knows My Name, Only A God Like You, That's Why We Praise Him, Lord I Believe In You, Mourning Into Dancing and his most recent, Break Through. Tommy Walker will be at the NWLC Southwest
	David Nasser Born in Iran, David and his family escaped when he was nine years old with hopes to find a new life of freedom in the United States. A few years later, David met true freedom through a new life in Christ at age eighteen. Part speaker, author, visionary and ALL minister, David Nasser's greatest passion is to connect people to the living God. David uses relevant methods to communicate the life-changing messages of the Gospel to over 700,000 people annually. David's next book which will share his personal testimony and struggle with religion releases in October 2009 from Baker Publishing. www.davidnasser.com David Nasser will be at the NWLC East
	Dr. Quentin Schultze Noted communications expert, Quentin Schultze, is The Arthur H. DeKruyter Chair and Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences at Calvin College. He has served as a communication professor, writer, speaker, and consultant for the last 30 years, during which time he has been interviewed by CNN, CBS Radio, NBC TV, National Public Radio. His Books include High-Tech Worship: Using Presentational Technology Wisely; Habits of the High-Tech Heart: Living Virtuously in the Information Age; among others. His deep faith combined with profound insight into contemporary culture, communications, worship, and the Church give him a unique and valuable perspective that enriches those he teaches through multiple mediums. Dr. Quentin Schultze will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Lenny LeBlanc Lenny LeBlanc has been writing and recording music for over 30 years. A seasoned veteran in the worship music scene, he is the co-author of many well-known worship songs including "Above All" which earned him a prestigious Dove Award for "Inspirational recorded Song of the Year" in 2003 and "There is None Like You." As a singer/songwriter with Integrity Music, Lenny recorded several albums and penned more than a dozen top ten radio singles. His music has spanned three decades yielding success in the Gospel, Pop, and Country genre's including the 1978 Pop smash hit "Falling" and the 1996 #1 Country song "Treat Her Right" as recorded by Sawyer Brown. Partnering now with Indelible Creative Group, Lenny's latest project, Christmas Night was released in November 2008; Lenny is currently serving as the worship leader at Faith Church in Muscle Shoals, AL and writing his next studio worship record to be released by Indelible Creative Group July 7, 2009. For more information visit www.LennyLeblanc.com Lenny LeBlanc will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Scotty Smith Scotty Smith graduated in 1972 from the University of North Carolina with a B.A. in Religion and received an M.A. in New Testament Studies from the Westminster Theological Seminary in 1977. Scotty served as Senior Pastor at Christ Community Church in Franklin, TN, for its first twenty years and has seen its membership grow to over three thousand. He invests much of his time now in world missions, speaking, writing, coaching church planters and serving as adjunct professor at Covenant Theological Seminary and Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando. Scotty has had the honor of walking with and serving numerous artists during his 27 years in the Nashville community. He has written five books—Unveiled Hope (with Michael Card); Speechless (with Stephen Curtis Chapman); Objects of His Affection; The Reign of Grace, and Restoring Broken Things (with Steven Curtis Chapman). Scotty and Darlene, his wife of 35 years, have two adult married children. Scotty Smith will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Matt Maher Singer/Songwriter/Worship Leader Matt Maher, with an incredible love for Jesus, and a heart to reach people for Christ, seeks to meet people where they are, not where he wishes they would be. Often referring to himself as a "musical missionary," Maher is still involved in local church ministry at St. Timothy Catholic Community, as well as helping out with the young adult ministry at All Saints Newman Center on the campus of Arizona State University. Maher shares, "It's so important to stay in community when you want to write for the church. That is where your songs come from; from your relationship with Christ, with your immediate family, and the family of believers." Beyond serving with organizations like WorshipTogether.com, SpiritandSong.com, Passion, Youth Specialties, and Adore Ministries, Matt Maher is also a contributing artist for Life Teen, a high school youth movement that helped lead him to Jesus; his songs are being sung by the Church around the world. A number of Matt Maher-written songs have been recorded by other artists, including: "Your Grace is Enough," Maher's first radio single and a song for the church that was originally recorded by Maher's good friend, Chris Tomlin; "Unwavering," a reflection on the Beatitudes (recorded prior by Bethany Dillon); "For Your Glory," a new testament response to the book of Ecclesiastes (recorded by Phillips, Craig and Dean). Matt Maher will be at the NWLC Southwest
	Skip Heitzig Skip Heitzig is a native of southern California, and experienced the volatile days of the counter-culture in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Though raised in a religious home, Skip saw religion as a dead-end street with no answers. But when he was 18, the Lord reached him with the Gospel through a Billy Graham TV Crusade, and Skip immediately prayed to receive Christ. Skip studied under Chuck Smith at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa until 1981, when he and his wife Lenya moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1982, he began a home Bible study which eventually grew into Calvary of Albuquerque-considered the fastest-growing church in America in the late ‘80s. Today, Calvary of Albuquerque ministers to over 14,000 people weekly, and it has spun off churches in Arizona, Colorado, and other parts of New Mexico. Skip reaches out across the nation and the world with his multi-media ministry, including a half-hour radio program, "The Connection," his books-including When God Prays, How to Study the Bible and Enjoy It, and Jesus Up Close-and his Lifestyle Series of booklets. Skip earned his B.A. and M.A. from Trinity Seminary. He currently serves on several Boards of Directors, including Samaritan's Purse. Skip Heitzig will be at the NWLC Southwest
	Dr. Chuck Fromm Chuck Fromm is the Publisher of Worship Leader magazine, Song DISCovery and The Worshiper magazine. The former owner of Maranatha! Music, Chuck served for more than 25 years as President of Maranatha! Music where he was the visionary leader instrumental in developing the Praise Series, the Kids Praise Series, Psalms Alive!, The Words of Worship, and the Gospel of John illustrated by the acclaimed artist Rick Griffen. Recognized for his many contributions to the Christian Music Industry, he was given the Presidents Award in 1991 by the National Religious Broadcasters and the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1990 from the Gospel Music Association. He continues to make significant contributions to the Christian music community—most recently through the completion of his doctoral dissertation entitled: Textual Communities and New Song in the Multi Media Age: The Routinization of Charisma in the Jesus Movement. He resides in Southern California with his wife Stephanie and his five amazing children. Chuck Fromm will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Steve Berger On a California day in 1984 Steve Berger's life was joyfully interrupted by Jesus Christ. Ever since that unforgettable introduction, Steve's life has been marked and defined by grace. After attending Calvary Chapel Bible School, in 1990, Pastor Steve was asked to plant Calvary Chapel Diamond Bar. At the height of Diamond Bar's growth, God called Pastor Steve, his family and three couples to yet another great adventure - Planting a church called Grace Chapel in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee, twenty miles south of Nashville. Grace Chapel, a rural church, continues to experience growth on a weekly basis. Pastor Steve has been thankful to see God's Kingdom expand through the various ministries of Grace. Especially close to his heart is Grace's mission work in Mexico, Haiti, Iraq, Sri Lanka and Sudan. Known for his straight-talk in the pulpit, and his desire to trust God for big, unexpected Kingdom impact, Steve's teachings are heard throughout the country and abroad via the web. He is also a popular speaker at Worship Arts Conferences, as Grace Chapel has been marked by a thriving, expressive worship ministry and out-of the-box artistic events that look to impact the churched and unchurched community alike. "In the beginning, God created. It is the first revealed action of God. As we bear the image of God, our churches should be incubators and supporters of Christ-honoring and thought-provoking creativity." Pastor Steve just finished a project with Thomas Nelson called "40 Days with the Word of Promise" that was released summer of 2008. Steve Berger will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas AND the NWLC East
	Laura Story Once an aspiring symphony conductor, Laura Story didn't even know she could sing-much less write songs-until she was in her early twenties. Today, Story is not only a gifted vocalist and worship leader but also the composer of one of the most beloved worship songs of our generation: "Indescribable." The song has topped charts and been recorded by multiple artists, but most importantly, it has helped people all over the world experience our magnificent God. Like the twists and turns of a mountain road, Laura Story's life has held its share of unexpected moments-some exhilarating, some terrifying, and some simply beautiful to behold. Leaning solely on her faith in the sovereignty of God, Story has learned that no matter what comes around the next bend, it's going to be an incredible view. Laura Story will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Buddy Owens Buddy Owens is Pastor of Spiritual Growth at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. He is the author of "The Way of a Worshiper: Discover the Secret to Friendship with God," and the General Editor of The NIV Worship Bible. Buddy Owens will be at the NWLC Southwest
	Pocket Full of Rocks Since 1995, the band Pocket Full of Rocks has been leading people in worship in venues all around the U.S. Their passionate delivery and prolific songs have carried people to deeper places in their worship. "Our desire is to create new expressions of worship that lead people to the heart of the Father. We want to be leaders in offering to the Lord whatever we have, to genuinely give our whole life as an act of worship. Watching what He'll do with it is the most amazing part of it all," explains Michael Farren. Pocket’s music has turned up on numerous projects over the last few years, including "Let It Rain" which recently appeared on the Michael W. Smith Worship project as well as "Let The Worshippers Arise," recorded by Phillips, Craig and Dean. The band is comprised of Michael Farren (Lead Vocals and Writer), Alisa Farren (vocals), David Rollins (drums), Jody Crump (Bass), Ryan Riggins (Electric Guitar), and Kyle Lee (Rhythm and Acoustic guitars). Pocket Full of Rocks will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Travis Cottrell A classically trained vocalist turned much in-demand studio singer, Cottrell planned to sing opera, but his journey took an unexpected turn toward ministry. Cottrell worked as an editor at a music publishing house when he was asked to lead worship for the first time. From there, it was only a matter of time before Cottrell's warm, engaging spirit landed him a worship leading role with best-selling author and teacher Beth Moore. Since 1998, Cottrell has led thousands of men and women in worship all over the U.S. alongside Moore. As a singer and songwriter his worship releases, "Unashamed Love" and "Alive! Forever", have garnered critical acclaim as "blended worship done right." Travis is well know, throughout the church as well for his award winning choral arrangement for Lifeway and Brentwood Benson. Currently signed to Indelible Creative Group, Travis has released his best selling record to date "Found," and the Christmas project "Ring the Bells." On June 16, 2009 Travis will release a live worship record and DVD with special appearances from Beth Moore, Max Lucado, and Cindy Morgan. Visit www.TravisCottrell.com for more info. Travis Cottrell will be at the NWLC East
	Anthony Evans Anthony Evans is one of Christian music’s premier vocalists. His latest album, “The Bridge,” which released in June 2008, debuted as the number one downloaded Christian album on iTunes. He has had two music videos top the charts of the Gospel Music Channel for over five weeks. Anthony has toured with the likes of Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Natalie Grant, David Phelps, and FFH. In the capacity of worship leader and artist, Anthony performs over one hundred concerts a year. Anthony’s father is well known pastor Dr. Tony Evans. His sister, Priscilla Shirer, is a celebrated women’s speaker. Franklin Graham says it best; “What makes Anthony’s music incredible is his voice. What makes his ministry incredible is his heart. What makes his message incredible is his walk with the Lord." Anthony Evans will be at the NWLC Southwest
	Billy & Cindy Foote Billy Foote had been travling leadding worship for youth, college, missions, camps, and church-wide events and had written just a few songs before he penned "You Are My King (Amazing Love)" in 1995. Since then, Billy has written songs known and embraced by the church world-wide. Such songs include "Break Our Hearts", "Sing to the King", "You Are God Alone (not a god)", "All Praise to God", and more. In August 1999, Billy married Cindy and she joined Billy's itinerant ministry full time in 2001. Together, they have labored to be a blessing to the church and worship leadership through writing and singing God-centered music. Billy and Cindy are big believers and promoters of adoption and have two adopted girls. Libby is currently age 4, adopted from China. Gracie is currently 10 months, adopted from Ethiopia. . Billy and Cindy Foote will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Vonda Dyer Vonda Dyer is the executive producer at Bent Tree Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas, where she oversees all aspects of Sunday services, and leads the vocal team and choir. Prior to moving to Texas, Vonda was the Director of Vocal Ministries at Willow Creek for 6 years. Vonda has taught private voice since 1989. Her students have included Word recording artists BarlowGirl. Vonda and her husband, Scott, have taught vocal and worship seminars in churches and at conferences all over the world. Vonda is a worship leader and vocalist, and has sung alongside Darlene Zschech, Tommy Walker, Ross Parsley and others. Vonda and Scott have 2 beautiful daughters, Delaney, 5, and Avery, 2. Vonda Dyer will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Scott Dyer Scott Dyer is the Pastor of Worship and Arts at Bent Tree Bible Fellowship, in the northern suburbs of Dallas, TX, where he has served since February of 2004. Prior to coming to Bent Tree, Scott spent 14 years on the staff of Willow Creek Community Church and the Willow Creek Association. While at Willow Creek, Scott was a worship leader, songwriter, vocal coach and rehearsal leader and vocalist. Scott also oversaw the development of Arts products for the WCA, including Rory Noland's book "Heart of the Artist" and Willow Creek drama products and music charts. Scott produced 4 CD's for Willow Creek, and served as executive producer on 6 other projects. Scott and his wife, Vonda, have traveled around the world, singing at Willow Creek conferences and teaching vocal seminars at churches in the U.S. and in many other countries. They currently teach regional vocal workshops for churches called WorshipVoice (www.worshipvoice.com). Scott has taught private voice for 15 years. Scott is the author of "The Source for Effective Church Service Planning", published by Zondervan. Scott and Vonda live in Lewisville, Texas with their daughters, Delaney, 6, and Avery, 2. Scott Dyer will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Matt Papa While growing up in the Bible-belt state of Georgia, Matt Papa was deeply influenced by the church group he attended as a youth. God had opened his eyes to the gospel of Christ by the age of 12, and, though struggling through his parents' divorce at age 14, he picked up a guitar and began leading the worship music for his youth group. On the heels of a college music degree in 2005, Matt released his self-titled debut album, "You Are Good", and in 2009 was signed to Centricity Music based in Nashville, TN. With the release of "Your Kingdome Come" featuring the single, "Open Hands" , being heard in churches and on radio around the country, Matt continues to travel leading worship with a passion that is refreshing in music today! Matt and his wife, Lauren, and daughter Paisley reside in North Carolina where Matt is enrolled in seminary Matt Papa will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	John Chisum John Chisum is a worship leader, music publisher, producer, arranger, seasoned songwriter, clinician, and President of Firm Foundation Worship Ministries. John has had over 400 songs published in his career and is probably best known for the song "Can He, Could He, Would He?" recorded by The Cathedrals. John has co-written and produced eight children's and youth musicals and his compositions are in print with every major choral music company including Integrity Music, Word Music, Lillenas Music, Lifeway Christian Resources, and Allegis Music. John studied classical voice at The University of Memphis, is a graduate of The University of South Alabama, and is currently completing a Masters of Arts in Worship Studies at Liberty University. He has been a featured clinician for the past several years at Integrity's Seminars4Worship and has appeared at many national music and worship conferences for the past 20 years, including the Gospel Music Association's Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, Music Minnesota, Music California, and many others. His articles on worship appear frequently on IntegrityMusic.Com, Crosswalk.com, and Praisecharts.com. John Chisum will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Phil Sillas Phil’s diverse experience as a songwriter (Avalon, Jaci Velasquez, Natalie Grant, David Foster, Aaron Neville, among others), music producer (GB5, The Peculiar People Band and Plus One) and composer (Black Hawk Down, Enemy of the State, “Melrose Place,” “Touched By an Angel,” “Dawson’s Creek,” “America’s Next Top Model,” “King of The Hill” and others) has been put to good use as the Song DISCovery editor. His position finds him gathering and listening to over 1,000 songs per listening period to discover the 20 or more that will go before a final selection board for each volume Song DISCovery. Before joining the Worship Leader team, Phil has also been a staff songwriter for Black Oak Publishing, Warner Chapel, Word Publishing, Brentwood-Benson Publishing and Justice Music, to name a few. Phil, his wife, Karen, and son, Andre, live in San Clemente, CA. Phil Sillas will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	David M. Edwards David M. Edwards is a graduate of Point Loma College with a degree in Theology; he has been a pastor for 15 years, a worship leader and a well-known songwriter and conference speaker. He has written seven books, including Worship 365: The Power of a Worshiping Life, and served as general editor of the new Holman CSB Personal Worship Bible. His worship music has been recorded by many artists including Margaret Becker, Natalie Grant, Kathy Troccoli and Regi Stone. His Faithfully Yours: Psalms project won a 2004 Praise Award from Worship Leader. David M. Edwards currently serves as Adjunct Professor of Worship, Regent University, School of Divinity. He and his wife Sue, along with their 3 children make their home in Cincinnati, OH. David will be at all 3 NWLC events.
	Stan Endicott Stan Endicott is Executive Worship Pastor at Mariners Church in Irvine, Calif., a large church known for progressive and culturally compelling approaches to worship, communications and ministry. He also consults with churches around the country and continues to work with established and up-and-coming recording artists in music production. Stan is a mainstay at Arts and Worship conferences at Willow Creek Community Church in Barrington, Ill., and at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif., where he also directs the worship choir. Stan's gifts and talents have taken him on a fascinating journey, assisting hundreds of churches around the world including several very large ministries. He has produced more than 200 albums for Maranatha Music and directed music productions for dozens of internationally known names and events such as Franklin Graham Ministries and Promise Keepers. Stan Endicott will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Kent Morris Kent Morris delivers a bridge-building perspective to the technical arena. He is a live sound engineer for Tommy Walker, Paul Baloche, Don Moen, and Israel Houghton and served as a senior pastor for a decade. Currently, he is an audio/video system designer with Cornerstone Media, whose clients include Mt. Paran Church of God and In Touch Ministries. Kent is an editor and writer for several magazines including Worship Leader, Your Church, Church Sound and Technologies for Worship. He has been a member of the Audio Engineering Society for twenty years and teaches for NAMM, NSCA, NAB, LDI and NRB on church technology issues. As an engineer and instructor for Integrity Media and Maranatha! Music since 1996, he has taught thousands of worship techs how to provide "Audio Worthy of Worship." Kent resides in Atlanta with his wife Melani and their two sons. Kent Morris will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Curt Coffield Curt Coffield is committed to "helping others worship." He is a Worship and Teaching Pastor at Resurrection Life Church in Grandville, Michigan. In addition to leading worship on weekends, Curt serves as the Teaching Pastor that champions the midweek service at Resurrection Life. Formerly, Curt served as Worship Director at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. As a member of Integrity Music's band PK7, Curt led worship for Promise Keeper events in arenas around the country for several years. For two years he traveled as a clinician for Maranatha's Worship Leader Workshop. Curt has led worship on numerous recordings and has penned nearly 50 songs that are used in churches around the world. Curt lives in the Grand Rapids area with Jennifer, his bride of seventeen years and his two children Gabbi and Chantry. Curt Coffield will be at all 3 NWLC Events.
	Brian Steckler After leading worship from the piano at his family's church at 13, Brian went on to graduate with a piano performance degree from Western Michigan University. He spent more time in the school's recording studio than the practice room which ended up serving his career as a producer, songwriter, composer, engineer, and mixer. He started in jingles, writing and producing everything from local radio ads to a Clio award winning spot that ran in the Super Bowl. After a move to Los Angeles, his focus shifted to production for major labels, and writing for Sony/ATV Publishing. Add in a little film and trailer scoring, working with countless indie artists and worship bands, and a lot of mixing in many different genres, and Brian has become a diverse and accomplished producer and musician. Lately, he can be found in Northern California's Sierra foothills working in the recording studio he designed and helped build. He's always been involved with a church worship team, and currently is a part-time staff member as the Worship Team Music Director at Crossroads Church near Auburn, CA, as well as a columnist in Worship Leader magazine. He's taught a wide range of classes at various worship conferences, from arranging for worship teams, rehearsing the band, the basics of recording your team, to advanced mixing in Pro Tools. Brian and his wife June just celebrated their 15th anniversary, have two boys, Zane (8) and Nate (4) and love living in the trees. Brian will be at all 3 conferences.
	Troy Kennedy Troy is presently the Pastor of Worship Arts at Westside Family Church, a dynamic multi-campus church located in western Kansas City. He was called to be a lead worshiper under the tutelage of songwriter/lead worshiper Tommy Walker at Christian Assembly Church in Eagle Rock California where he served for several years. Eventually Troy was called to serve at Saddleback Community Church, as a staff worship leader under Pastor Rick Muchow. He is also a nationally recognized songwriter for worship, conference speaker/teacher and worship leader. He and his wife Gwen have a passion to see people grow in intimacy and maturity with God, specifically, through worship and prayer. He has spent the last 20 years as a lead worshiper, professional studio and touring singer and songwriter. His influence as a worship leader and songwriter has been heard internationally through his ministries at Saddleback, Westside and newworship.com. Troy Kennedy will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas
	Heather Daugherty Heather is an assistant professor at Trevecca Nazarene University where she also serves as the Director of the Center for Worship Arts and Director of Church Services. Before coming to Trevecca in August, 2006, Heather served as the Associate Pastor at Wollaston Church of the Nazarene on the campus of Eastern Nazarene College. She is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University and Boston University School of Theology. Her passions in ministry include narrative preaching, pastoral care, and worship. She lives in Nashville with her husband, Brad, and her daughter, Ella. Heather Daughtery will be at the 2010 NWLC in Kansas and will help lead the Academy Track. (CEU Units)