2025 NATIONAL URBAN MINISTRY

Conference

Join us for two jam-packed days of learning from the very best minds in Urban Ministry. Network, mingle, learn and be inspired.

Our Speakers

Hosted by

Atlanta Inner City Ministry

1966 Lakewood Ter SE
Atlanta, GA 30315

(404) 622-7931

The 2025 NUMC is dedicated to improving our ability to serve the city in the name of Jesus.

One of the exciting aspects of every Urban Ministry Conference is the chance to meet and mingle with peers from all over the country; from churches and nonprofits, to collaborate with urban ministers, church leaders, and executive directors, and practitioners. Experts from various backgrounds come together to share, learn, explore, cast visions, and grow.

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2.5 Days of Intensive Discovery

The 2025 NUMC promises to give you an immersive learning experience. The East Cobb Church of Christ will serve as the venue for the 2025 NUMC. They have graciously agreed to host the conference along with Atlanta Inner City Ministry (AIM). Both East Cobb and AIM are actively engaged in the community. In addition, you will hear powerful keynotes, and participate in workshops from diverse ministries and churches who give you insights and practical examples that aid you and enable you to excel in your own daily work in the city.

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2025 NUMC Agenda

Thursday, Feb. 20

Friday, Feb. 21

8:30 am - 9:00 am

We'll meet over coffee, bagels and fresh fruit. After a brief welcome and introduction, we'll begin the Workshop sessions scheduled for the day.
9:00 am - 10:30 am

Morning Keynote: Todd Flowers (Nashville Inner City Ministry)
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Morning Workshops - Section 2
12:30 pm -1:30 pm

Networking Lunch Break
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Workshop Evening Sessions
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Dinner Break
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Worship and Keynote
9:30 pm until

Late Night Begins

Saturday, Feb. 22

2025 NUMC Keynote and Workshop Speakers

You'll meet with some of the best, most progressive urban leaders in America.

Alfred Donald

Alfred lives in Stone Mountain, Georgia with his wife Sharalyn and is currently the Evangelist for Atlanta Inner-City Ministry. Along with his duties at Atlanta Inner-City Ministry, Alfred also serves as the preaching minister for the Lakewood Church of Christ. Alfred has served Atlanta since 1993 and is passionate about helping individuals know Jesus.
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Steve Cloer

Dr. Steve Cloer, Assistant Professor of Ministry and DMin Program Director at Harding School of Theology.

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Nelson Galarraga

Nelson Galarraga, Ph.D, C.Ad.
Nelson lives in Roswell, Georgia with his wife Mariella and is currently the Hispanic Minister at East Cobb Church of Christ. Nelson is a licensed and practicing Christian Counselor, and is certified in addiction and compulsive disorders. Before coming to East Cobb, Nelson has founded and worked in several hispanic congregations around Atlanta, and is passionate about reaching out to the spanish speaking populations of our cities.
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Jeremy Mitchell

Jeremy lives in Norcross, Georgia and is the Executive Director for His Way Atlanta. His Way is a Christ centered residential recovery program for men, which started in Huntsville, Alabama. Jeremy is passionate about reaching men lost in addiction and showing them the love of Christ.
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Huston Oliver

Huston lives in Roswell, Georgia with his wife and 4 kids and is currently the Senior Minister at East Cobb Church of Christ in Marietta. Prior to coming to East Cobb, Huston served as the Executive Minister at Grace Chapel Church of Christ in Cumming, GA. In addition to his responsibilities leading the East Cobb Church of Christ, Huston is also the founder and primary communicator for Investigate Jesus, an online platform seeking to help people make an informed decision about Jesus.
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Mark Powell

Mark lives in Nashville, Tennessee and is currently the Lead Minister at the Donelson Church of Christ. Before coming to Nashville, Mark served as the Dean of Harding School of Theology in Memphis. Mark was also the Director of Atlanta Inner-City Ministry in its early days. Mark brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in inner-city ministry and theology.
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Brett Wilson

Bret lives in Atlanta, Georgia and is the Director of Atlanta Inner-City Ministry. Prior to his work with Atlanta Inner-City Ministry, Bret served as the Connections Minister at East Cobb Church of Christ.
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