Chicago to Host NHCLC Hispanic Leadership Summit: A Day of Renewal for Pastors and Leaders

On May 3, 2025, pastors and leaders from across the United States are invited to attend the Hispanic Leadership Summit, hosted by the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC). This one-day event is designed to equip, inspire, and connect Hispanic leadership, offering strategic tools to strengthen their impact in an ever-changing world.

The summit will be held at Insight Church (18500 92nd Ave, Tinley Park, IL) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., featuring a dynamic program of workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities. The goal is to provide both practical training and spiritual encouragement to empower a healthier, more relevant, and transformative pastoral leadership.

This impactful gathering will feature influential voices in contemporary Christian leadership, including international pastor and leadership coach Paco García; Pastor Israel Bermúdez, NHCLC co-founder and current CFO; dynamic communicator and pastor Eli Bonilla Jr.; Pastor Reina Olmeda, director of the Mental Health Initiative at the NHCLC’s Center for Ministerial Health; Dr. Gilberto Vélez, Chairman of the Board; communications and PR strategists Fayra Castro and Mónica Ortiz; and Dr. Charles Olmeda, pastor, professor, author, and speaker. Special guest Redimi2, international recording artist and speaker, will also bring a powerful message on faith, youth, and the cultural impact of the gospel.

Key Workshops: Training for Relevant and Transformative Leadership

Attendees will have the opportunity to choose from a series of hands-on workshops addressing today’s most pressing ministry challenges and offering actionable solutions for the modern pastoral context. Topics include:

  • Mental Health: Essential strategies for emotional wellness in leadership
  • Compelling Evangelism: Sharing the message of faith with clarity and impact
  • Pastoral and Community Leadership: Extending influence beyond the pulpit
  • Connecting the Church to the Digital World: Leveraging media, messaging platforms, and social networks
  • Visible and Relevant Church: Building a church that responds to community needs
  • The Leader: Mindset and Mission: Developing strategic vision and leadership
  • Youth Ministry: From Surviving to Thriving: Revitalizing ministry for the next generation

A Must-Attend Event for Hispanic Leadership

The 2025 Hispanic Leadership Summit in Chicago represents a unique opportunity for personal growth, ministerial renewal, and collaborative networking. Pastors, leaders, and ministers are warmly invited to be part of a movement that will reignite the flame of Hispanic Christian leadership across the nation.

For more information and to register, contact:  beckysegui@nhclc.org