Brainerd Institute Conference
An annual gathering of pastors, leaders, and laypeople to inspire, equip, and encourage rural ministry efforts.
First Presbyterian Church Wellsboro
130 Main St, Wellsboro, PA 16901
October 10-11th, 2025
Speakers
Sean DeMars
Sean is husband to Amber, dad to Patience and Isabella, and pastor at 6th Avenue Church in Decatur, Alabama. He has written several books including, A Rebel to Your Will, Does the Gospel Promise Health and Prosperity?, Health, Wealth, and the (Real) Gospel, and Redemption Song. He also is the host of the Room for Nuance Podcast.
Dr. Raymond Johnson
Dr. Johnson serves as the senior pastor of Christ Church West Chester in West Chester, PA. A Southern Miss graduate, Dr. Johnson holds a M.Div.,Th.M., and Ph.D in New Testament from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. He has taught as an adjunct at Boyce College, Kenya Baptist Theological College, and Martin Bucer Seminary. Dr. Johnson is the author of I See Dead People: The Function of the Resurrection of the Saints in Matthew 27:51-54 and a few articles. He and his wife Meghan live and minister in West Chester. They have five children.
Topic: Making Christ Known in the Middle of Nowhere
Our Goal
Inspire, equip, and connect rural pastors and leaders.
Pricing
More information coming soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Pastors, ministry leaders, church planters, elders, deacons, volunteers, and anyone passionate about rural ministry are encouraged to attend. Wives are especially invited to join their husbands - we have a special event planned just for you!
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Yes, more details for registration will be provided here soon.
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You can email us at contact@brainerdinstitute.com.