About the conference
This March we are bringing a Bible Conference to the south-central Iowa area. Join us as we look to God's Word for wisdom on how to pursue contentment in an age dominated by a constant flow of content! Hear from phenomenal speakers & teachers and be encouraged by the living Word of God.
Meet the Speakers
Jared Wilson
Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry & Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church
Jared Wilson is Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a pastor for preaching and Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church in Liberty, Missouri. Jared is also the author of over 25 books, including Friendship with the Friend of Sinners and The Imperfect Disciple, and host of the For The Church Podcast and co-host of The Heart of Pastoring Podcast. He and Becky have been married for 29 years, and they have two daughters and one son-in-law.
Dr. Will Smallwood
Vice President for Advancement at Cedarville University
Dr. Will Smallwood is the Vice President for Advancement at Cedarville University where he directs the university's programs in resource development and alumni engagement. Before arriving at Cedarville, Dr. Smallwood served in similar roles at Louisiana Christian University, Oklahoma Baptist University, and Southern Seminary in Louisville, KY. He has also spent time working in the private sector as a sales consultant for a Fortune 500 firm, and served as a bi-vocational pastor in Kentucky.
Dr. Smallwood earned his bachelor's degree in public relations from the University of Florida, holds an MBA from Louisiana State University, and completed his MDiv and PhD at Southern Seminary with a focus in the areas of biblical spirituality and American religious history. In addition to his duties as Vice President for Advancement, he preaches frequently at churches in Oklahoma, Kentucky, Florida, and Ohio; and teaches courses in Cedarville University's Bible minor program.
Dr. Smallwood earned his bachelor's degree in public relations from the University of Florida, holds an MBA from Louisiana State University, and completed his MDiv and PhD at Southern Seminary with a focus in the areas of biblical spirituality and American religious history. In addition to his duties as Vice President for Advancement, he preaches frequently at churches in Oklahoma, Kentucky, Florida, and Ohio; and teaches courses in Cedarville University's Bible minor program.
Tim Boettger
Lead Preaching and Evangelism Pastor at Nazareth Church; Executive Director of Inspired Life Ministries
Tim Boettger serves as the Lead Preaching and Evangelism Pastor at Nazareth Church in Cedar Falls, IA. In addition to his role as Pastor, Tim is the Executive Director of Inspired Life Ministries, and provides radio preaching for the Christian Crusaders weekly radio and internet broadcast. He and his wife, Kris, are proud parents to two children, Ike (an NFL lineman), and Adrienne (a teacher and foundation director at Cedar Ridge Christian School); and grandparents to Clayton and Kiley. Together they own and operate Barn Happy, a dairy barn turned store offering Iowa-based food, arts, and crafts.
Ross Ferguson
Student Success Advisor & Co-Host on the "For the Church" Podcast at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ross Ferguson serves as a Student Success Advisor and Co-Host on the "For the Church" Podcast at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served as a local church pastor in both UK and US contexts for over a decade, specifically focusing on church revitalization. He currently undertakes an itinerant speaking ministry in churches throughout Missouri and Kansas. He has been married to his wife Miriam for over 15 years, and they have three girls Leah, Eve, and Abbie. He also happens to be Scottish and still retains the accent!
Brenda Long
Brenda comes to us passionate about loving well, God, family, and friends. She is known to challenge the status quo and uncover the heart of the matter so that truth wins. Pastor's wife, nurse, teacher, and mentor; she delights in a full house, coffee brewing, candles lit, and purpose-rich conversation. Brenda is semi-retired from Nursing to “do what she loves best” - family and mentoring women. She is committed to Biblical literacy and sharing her story with Jesus as her Hero. With nine spark plug grandchildren, Brenda thrives in the world of tea parties, CandyLand, and popcorn-fortified slumber parties. Married 44 years to her husband, Don, they enjoy three grown children along with their God-gifted spouses. Don and Brenda have shared the privilege of teaching God's Word, building leaders and encouraging Christ-followers in several world countries.