MOVEMENT DAY CONFERENCES
The Movement Day Conferences engages with Christian leaders
to positively impact their cities around the world through local movements committed
to connect and equip leaders through collaborative partnerships in order to see their communities flourish.
We have 5 dynamic conference covering a vast area of expertises!
Pastors
Children
Women
Mental Health
Healthcare
Role of Pastors in City transformation and the High Impact Church
High Impact Churches transform people, cities, regions and nations.
They are Jesus centered supernatural communities where;
The lost are reached as you make disciples,
The found are maturing and multiplying as leaders, and
The church is meeting some of the deepest needs in its community.
Partnering with Living On The Edge, Rev. Anthony Delaney brings 10 years inner city experience as a police officer together with 30 years of church leadership lessons to help Pastors and leaders explore how your church
can be come a catalyst for kingdom transformation in the City.
This intensely practical and interactive experience will include;
– pains and pressures on Pastors
– difference of not surviving but thriving.
– moving not only from subtraction to addition but to multiplication of disciples, leaders, churches and movements.
Test case: Manchester UK churches united as a missional movement
– how they connected as networks for revival not survival.
– how churches must move to 24/7 mission not one hour Sunday ministry.
– church as Apostolic Centre and Supernatural Communities.
– the heart of church impact building disciples where God has put you.
Join us as we delve into strategies that if you prayerfully and faithfully implement them will encourage you, empower those you shepherd, and equip your church to bear much fruit.
Facilitators (Click to view profile)
Ronald Raj
Ronald Raj (Ron) is currently the Director – South Asia & Gulf Region, Living on the Edge Ministries. He is also the Founder & CEO of ThoughtCapital®️.
With over 25 years of rich experience, Ron has coached CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Business Owners unlock exponential growth in significantly less even with limited resources and a smaller team. As a seasoned growth expert, he served some of the top 10 global brands and helped several organizations design and develop strategic growth roadmaps to build multi-millions/billion dollar corporations.
He is married to Hephzibah and they have two children, Christina and Joshua. They reside in Bangalore, India and worship at the All Peoples Church.
Rev. Anthony Delaney
Rev. Anthony Delaney spent a decade as a police officer in inner-city Manchester, England, before transitioning into church leadership.
Currently at the helm of Ivy Church, an Apostolic Resource Centre, he oversees the training and deployment of leaders and church planters worldwide. The visionary leader established LAUNCH: Church Multiplication Catalyst, a global community that annually brings together hundreds of church and network leaders for inspiration and commissioning to multiply disciples, leaders, churches, and movements.
Anthony is also an author, with notable works like “The Best Marriage” and “The Man You Were Made To Be,” both published by Moody. His teachings are regularly broadcast on radio and TV. Anthony, happily married to Zoe, is a proud parent of three adult children and enjoys a growing family with six grandchildren.
Ps. Arun George
He is committed to fostering sustainable, transformative, and long-term leadership development for the benefit of individuals and communities. His focus revolves around empowering and implementing missional and leadership projects in the Middle East.
Arun presently serves with Living on the Edge Ministries, actively engaging in Pastoral Ministry & Business Leaders in the Gulf region.
Rev. Dr. Bill Koogler
Bill holds a ThM degree in preaching and pastoral leadership and a DMin in Intercultural Expository Preaching, both from Dallas Theological Seminary. Post-doctoral studies in Intercultural Intelligence and Church Networks have fueled an increasing desire to see the modern church pursue Rev. 7 life.
Bill also serves on the board of directors for the Missional International Church Network (MICN), an interdenominational network of more than 250 international churches. He is a contributing writer, speaker, and teacher in the International Church Movement with a particular interest in spiritual growth hacking, the power of the gospel in migration, preaching, and large church/network dynamics.
Dubai is Bill’s current home with his wife of 20+ years and two teenagers.
Building An Effective Children’s Ministry
Every child needs parents who will share their love for Jesus and a church community who will love them and show them Jesus.
Every parent needs a church committed to equipping them to shepherd their children well.
This seminar strips everything back and explores what it looks like to have an optimistic, gospel centered ministry to children.
Facilitators (Click to view profile)
Sandy Galea
Sandy has 32 plus years experience in Children’s Ministry. She loves to encourage and equip parents to shepherd their children well. She also equips volunteers in the local church to effectively disciple the children entrusted to their care.
Sandy is the founder and director of Kidswise, a platform for resourcing and equipping people passionate about discipling children.
She is currently the Family Ministry Integrator at Fellowship Dubai. She works with Youth and Kids Staff to further their growth in both reach and depth of Youth and Kids Ministry at Fellowship Dubai.
WOMEN’s COnference – “Known by love”
Serving and loving people are only sustainable if women have genuine compassion in our hearts. If women are confident with God’s love, then, we can see others under the lens of God’s love for them. Love will multiply from the inside out.
This women’s conference aims to ground all women to the very essential foundation we need – loving God with all our heart, soul and mind, the great and first commandment, then, love others as ourselves. Matt 22:36-40
By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35
Facilitators (Click to view profile)
Paige Wisker
I have a background in leading mission teams, preaching & teaching, running Bible study groups, and serving the local church in various ways.
I’ve always had a heart to see women empowered in their identity.
Elizabeth Fajardo
Lizbeth’s unwavering commitment to supporting women and children in distress is the cornerstone of her professional and philanthropic endeavors. This dedication is seamlessly integrated into every project she undertakes, both in the business world and her ministry work.
She’s a member of Fellowship Church in Dubai, serving in the Women’s Ministry and Equipping Team. Additionally, she leads monthly cohorts for women business founders globally through her role at Faith Driven Entrepreneur, fostering a community of like-minded professionals united by shared values and goals.
Starla Webster
In January 2011 Starla together with her husband planted City Lights, an authentic, creative, multi-cultural church in Dubai.
Starla carries a sharp prophetic edge and is a passionate communicator of the word of God. She has been married to Daniel since 2008 and after 10 years of infertility they are now the proud parents of 4 year old twins Rocco & Riah & a 2 year old boy Koah.
Celeste Sophia Brito
Through her movement, Pursuing Substance, she seeks to encourage authenticity and sincerity in a world that often challenges these values. Based in the UAE, Celeste is passionate about promoting meaningful pursuits in the workplace that go beyond profits.
She is part of and attending Kingdom City church in Dubai.
Asha Nathan
Director CSR at Nathan and Nathan Human Resources. Co-founder of Women’s Sustainability Network Head of Ladies Ministry at EBCI Member of Dubai Business Women’s Council.
A wife.
A mother.
A mother-in-law and
Grandmom.
All through Christ who strengthens us.
Sneha Srinivasan
They are intensely involved in mission work and she is passionate about families, women, young people and children. She also has her Masters in Family Life Education so this enables her to minister in this regard.
She is also committed to prayer and intercession.
Becoming a Mental Health-Friendly Church
With global mental health issues on the rise,
what role does the Church play?
Full-day conference for elders, pastors, ministry leaders, and volunteers interested in developing systems of compassionate care within the Church.
We will discuss the following topics:
– Role of Church in caring for people’s mental and emotional health
– Stigma around mental health and the Church, what can we do?
– Cultivating a culture of emotionally healthy discipleship in our churches
– Identifying those who are struggling in our congregations
– What about when church leaders struggle with mental health?
– Working together in our cities to make help more accessible
Includes much time for discussion and collaboration to understand what the Bible says about this topic, what the role of the Church should be, and practical/creative ways to build a culture around compassionate care and mental health support and education in the Church.
Facilitators (Click to view profile)
Amy Kellogg
Amy is a licensed Social Counselor in the UAE, bringing 20 years of expertise in serving expatriate families. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, an M.Ed. in Counseling and Guidance, and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision. Throughout her career, Amy has held various roles, including National Director for Youth for Christ, school counselor, and Director of Well-being.
Currently, she serves as a counselor at Fellowship Dubai and directs a volunteer caregiving ministry called Compass, offering faith-based mental health support. Amy’s research, as reflected in her dissertation, focuses on factors influencing the well-being and longevity of UAE expatriates, showcasing her commitment to understanding and enhancing the mental health of the community she serves.
Dr. Madonna Yanni
Dr. Madonna Yanni (MRCPsych) is a seasoned psychiatrist with over a decade of diverse experience in acute care and rehabilitation environments. Her expertise encompasses the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, and addiction emergencies.
Her commitment to enhancing patient care is evident in her governance work, where she leads quality improvement initiatives. Dr. Yanni holds teaching roles as a clinical adjunct at both Sharjah University and Mohamed Bin Rashid University, actively contributing to the education of the next generation of mental health professionals.
Dr. Yanni’s dedication to academic pursuits is demonstrated through her award-winning research and publications, highlighting her efforts to advance psychiatric knowledge. She earned her MBBch from Cairo University, pursued specialized training in psychiatry, and achieved both a board certification in psychiatry and membership with the esteemed Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK. Passionate about holistic care, she continues to make significant strides in mental health advocacy and patient well-being.
Alison Gill
Alison Gill is a licensed counselor from the United States, bringing over ten years of experience in living and working in the Middle East and South Asia. She holds a B.A. in History and International Studies, along with an M.A. in Clinical Psychology.
Having spent a significant portion of her life as both an adult and a child living internationally, Alison possesses a unique understanding of the challenges expatriates encounter while residing and working abroad. Currently, she is actively involved with the Compass ministry at Fellowship Dubai. In her role, Alison seamlessly integrates inner-healing and spiritual direction with counseling methods, approaching individuals in a holistic manner.
Alison holds a specific interest in working with women dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma, reflecting her commitment to addressing mental health challenges with sensitivity and expertise.
CHRISTIAN healthcare conference
Every healthcare facility in UAE needs to be covered in prayer and intercession. For that we want every delegate to adopt their own facility for weekly prayer and also encourage others to adopt other facilities.
There will be inspiring messages in the conference, from senior international healthcare leaders from ICMDA and HCFI. We will have sufficient time for everyone to pray and plan together in small groups for the work in the healthcare fields of UAE.
Facilitators (Click to view profile)
Dr. Christeen Youssef
Dr. Christeen Youssef is an Aesthetic Dermatologist and Specialist, notable for her role as the founder and medical director of Everlast Group in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Thomas Brewer
Dr. Thomas Brewer is an Emergency Medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Oral Roberts University School of Medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His residency in Emergency Medicine was completed at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. With a career spanning nearly half a century, he has a wealth of experience, having served in healthcare both as a nurse and a physician.
Throughout his extensive career, Tom Brewer has been actively involved in short-term medical missions in various countries, including Mexico, Honduras, and India. While primarily working in the USA, he also contributed his medical expertise to international settings, including Botswana in 2010 and the UAE. His service in the UAE includes roles at Zayed Military Hospital in Abu Dhabi from 2000 to 2002, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi from 2014 to 2023, and currently, he is serving at Kanad Hospital in Al Ain since April 2023.
Dr. James Zachariah
Dr. James Zachariah, a highly experienced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon with over 35 years of expertise, is currently practicing at Zulekha Hospital in Dubai. His commitment to healthcare is complemented by a profound involvement in Christian ministry, a passion he has carried since his college days.
Dr. Zachariah has made a significant impact by mentoring numerous young doctors, guiding them to become “Kingdom Physicians.” His influence extends beyond medical circles, as he played a pivotal role in establishing and fortifying several churches in India. Additionally, he dedicates time to visiting mission hospitals in India, contributing both surgical expertise and spiritual encouragement.
Apart from his medical qualifications, Dr. Zachariah holds a Masters degree in Divinity, showcasing his commitment to integrating faith and medicine. He shares his life’s journey with his wife, Dr. Mary Zachariah, a gynecologist. Currently residing in Dubai, the couple is actively involved in a local church, continuing their dedicated service to both healthcare and Christian ministry.
Dr. Rajakumar Manickam
Dr. Rajakumar Manickam, a dedicated General Surgeon based in Al Ain, UAE, has been faithfully serving the Lord Jesus alongside his wife, Dr. Savitha Rajakumar, and their two children since 2003. Beyond his medical profession, he has taken on roles as a pastor, mentor, and Bible teacher within two international and regional congregations in the UAE since 2010. During this time, he has played a crucial role in establishing Revival prayer groups in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain.
Dr. Rajakumar is actively engaged in reaching out to healthcare workers across the UAE, meeting with them in various organizations. His efforts involve forming small prayer groups in different locations and encouraging individuals in the medical and healthcare field to be witnesses for the Lord Jesus.
His overarching mission is to raise disciples of Jesus Christ, equipping them to be the salt and light in the world. Driven by the desire to strive according to God’s power, he endeavors to present every person perfect in Christ Jesus, exemplifying a commitment to spiritual growth and service.
Dr. Jaison Mathai
Dr. Jaison, a distinguished cardiologist based in Dubai, previously served as the professor and head of cardiology at Christian Medical College in Ludhiana, India. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years, he has been actively engaged with the Healthcare Christian Fellowship (HCF), where he held the position of president for five years in the nineties.
Currently, Dr. Jaison plays a pivotal role in fostering unity among pastors and market leaders through his involvement in facilitating the Regional Transformation Network in Dubai. This important initiative has brought together diverse community leaders to collaborate in prayer and work for the greater glory of God and the prosperity of the city.
Dr. Jaison facilitated the Middle East Healthcare Prayer Summit in 2011, held in Dubai and is part of various Christian Medical Fellowships across the globe.
Dr. Vinod Shah
Dr. Vinod Shah, a Pediatric Surgeon, underwent a transformative journey from a Jain background to embracing the Christian faith, fueling his passion for serving God through medical missions. His pioneering efforts in missionary work began with the Indian Evangelical Mission, where he collaborated with church planters and played a pivotal role in establishing the Jivan Jyoti Hospital, particularly focused on the Bhil tribe.
With an extensive and impactful career, Dr. Shah served as the CEO of Emmanuel Hospital Association in New Delhi, overseeing 21 hospitals and 29 health projects. His contributions extended to academia as he held the position of Professor and Head of Distance Education and e-learning at Christian Medical College, Vellore. Additionally, he took on the role of CEO of the International Christian Medical and Dental Association, where he successfully developed leadership for healthcare across 80 countries, leaving a lasting impact on the global healthcare landscape.
One of Dr. Shah’s notable achievements lies in his creation of innovative models for providing affordable healthcare, emphasizing home-based comprehensive care in collaboration with family physicians, physician assistants, and charity hospitals.
Dr. Arul Anketell
Dr. Arul Anketell, currently serving as the Regional Promoter for the South Asia region with Healthcare Christian Fellowship International, stands as a revered figure in the field. With a journey spanning over 50 years, he transitioned from a prominent career as a pediatrician to dedicating himself entirely to Christian ministry.
Dr. Anketell has become a sought-after speaker at numerous international conferences, utilizing his wealth of experience and insights to inspire and educate others in the field of healthcare. His extensive travels have allowed him to share his expertise, contributing significantly to the global discourse on healthcare and Christian ministry.
Dr. Nader Shawky
Dr. Nader Yassa embarked on a transformative journey from a successful career as a Pediatrician in Egypt, dedicating the last 30+ years to full-time ministry. In his impactful role, he serves as the overseer of a network of churches spanning various countries, known as Antioch Global Communities. Additionally, Dr. Yassa leads Newlife ministry in Egypt, contributing significantly to the spiritual and community development of the region.
Married for the past 26 years, Dr. Nader Yassa’s commitment to both his family and his ministry reflects a holistic approach to life and service. His transition from the medical field to full-time ministry underscores a deep sense of calling and passion for making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.