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Building Kingdom Men

The Symptoms of a Dying Church

Fate Hagood matriculated through elementary, junior high, and high schools in the Compton and Los Angeles Unified School Districts. He graduated from Dominguez High in 1979. Fate received several awards and commendations for art, theater, sports, education, and writing as a young man. Among those were Mr. State and National Youth Conference and the G. P. Bowser Award for ministerial excellence at Southwestern Christian College. He received training in Greek and other biblical doctrines and theology at the Bay Area School Of Preaching. He graduated from Southwestern Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts in Bible/Religious Education and from Cal State Dominguez Hills University with a Certified Professional Teaching Credential. His Masters of Biblical Interpretation and Ministry is from Lubbock Christian University.

He grew up at the Figueroa church of Christ under the preaching of Dr. R.N. Hogan, Dr. Calvin Bowers, and Bro. Woodie Morrison. Among his mentors in the faith are Kinwood Devore, Dr. Richard Barclay, Bro. Chuck Ferguson, and his mom, Sis. Irene Hagood.

Fate worked as a public school teacher for 15 years. He also worked as a youth minister for The Compton Ave Church of Christ and as a youth minister, associate minister, pulpit minister, and ministering evangelist for the Eastside Church of Christ.

After years of doing ministry in a more traditional paradigm, the Lord laid on Fate’s heart to do ministry with a more contemporary methodology within the fellowship of the churches of Christ. Without departing from his restoration roots and faithfulness to the churches of Christ, he planted the Metropolitan congregation with a group of sold-out disciples who were willing to do whatever it took to be a great congregation for Jesus.

Fate saw a need to reach out to people who may have been turned off and/or turned away by the customary methodology in some churches of Christ. He is often heard to say, “We are reaching out to those whom others in our fellowship may miss.” This movement is not anti-establishment but is instead pro-evangelistic. He is theologically conservative but methodologically progressive. He attributes some of this pioneering spirit to Dr. R.N. Hogan. Fate says, “Bro. Hogan was one of the most creative preachers I knew. Figueroa had the first national choruses, radio program, bus ministry, etc.… R.N. Hogan was amazing.” As the apostle Paul said in I Corinthians 9:22, “Among the weak in faith I become weak like one of them, in order to win them. So, I become all things to all people, that I may save some of them by whatever means are possible.”

What you get with Fate Hagood III are musings, ramblings, epiphanies, common senses, deepnesses, poetic verses, ventings, sillinesses, and pithy sayings on God, Jesus, The Holy Spirit, Christianity, modernity, postmodernity, culture, hermeneutics, homiletics, the church, politics, worship, relationships, race, social justice, food, music, dude stuff, and a plethora of other random cities and relevancies from a partially deranged, jocularitous, way too blessed, married way above my deserving, blessed with a vibrant driven heart of gold daughter and a genius/artistic son, graced to minister at an amazing church, neo-restorationist, hermeneutically theological exegetical expositor guy from Compton in the place to be, throw yo hands in the air like you don’t care (hip-hop heads will understand).

Fate is married to the spiritually vigorous and vivacious Mira Alane Hagood. They were wed on August 16, 1986. They have two children Destiny Alane (graduate of Abilene Christian University) and Fate IV (graduate of Pepperdine University). Fate loves his family and keeps them as a priority in his life.

Leading Change: Navigating Transitions and Overcoming Resistance

Timothy Daniels has served as the Senior Minister of Trinity Gardens Church in Houston, Texas for almost 30 years. The church has over 35 active ministries that are designed to meet the needs of body, soul, and spirit. His teaching encompasses humor, warmth, transparency, and hope. As a result, he has encouraged many to live a life of purpose and power. 

He and his wife, Cynthia Daniels are dedicated to building God’s Kingdom by ministering to people. Their lives are committed to living by example and encouraging men and women to follow Christ.

Timothy Daniels is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Southwestern Christian College and a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Texas A&M University.  Cynthia Daniels is a graduate of the University of Houston and Prairie View A&M University.

Timothy Daniels was born, raised, met, and married the love of his life, Cynthia Daniels in Houston, Texas.   They have been married for over 46 years and are proud parents of three children, grandparents of six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Balancing Ministry and Family

Stanley Hubbard is an author, national, and international speaker, and the Senior Minister of the Word at the Kingsley Terrace Church of Christ in Indianapolis, IN, where he has served for the last 20 years. He ministered with congregations in Texas, Alabama, and North Carolina before moving to Indiana.

Under his ministry, Kingsley Terrace has grown and helped birth and support several congregations in Indiana and across the world.  Through his ministerial training program “Kerux” he has trained and ordained several gospel preachers who are all actively serving in God’s church.  His sons in the gospel have ministered to congregations in Japan, Italy, and across the USA.

Stanley is a graduate of Preston Road School of Preaching in Dallas, TX.  He received his B.A. in Bible from Heritage University and received his Master’s in Ministry from Amridge University.  He received his second Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and has a Master of Divinity in marriage and family Therapy. 

Stanley is the author of three books: “The Pew, The Pulpit & the Process,” “Don’t Get Stuck with a Fool,” and coauthored “A Second-Breath for Married Couples.”

Stanley and his wife Laura have been married for over 44 years.  They have three adult children and eight grandchildren. They also travel worldwide on numerous workshops, revivals, gospel meetings, and lectureships.  They have traveled extensively conducting seminars and workshops on Singles, Leadership, Blended Families, Grief, Teachers, Marriage, and Family from Bermuda, India, Dubai, and the Bahamas to Jamaica, Guatemala, Japan, Italy, Cayman Islands, Canada, Central America, and all over the United States.

Uncovering Revelation: Seven Messages to Seven Churches: Which Church are you?

For over nearly 30 years, Anthony Walker has dedicated himself to the spreading of the gospel. Not just a preacher, but a multifaceted spiritual leader, his roles have ranged from song leader and youth worker to associate minister and bible school teacher and minister. Under the guidance of the esteemed Dr. Charles Beaman, Anthony honed his ministry skills at the 40th Avenue Church of Christ in Nashville, serving there for five enriching years.

Now, as the primary minister at Highway 231 Church of Christ in Murfreesboro, TN, his influence over the past 16 years has been undeniable. Under his leadership, the congregation has not only grown in numbers but also in commitment and service.

Anthony’s voice resonates beyond the walls of his church. Renowned as a compelling speaker, he’s often invited to gospel meetings, workshops, and lectureships. As a regional director and author for Renew.org, he co-hosts the insightful podcast, ‘Scripture in Black and White.’ Additionally, his unique biblical insights on contemporary issues make him a valued contributor to the Blaze Network Show: Fearless.

But, Anthony’s most cherished roles are at home. Married to Jenny for 14 years, they joyfully parent their two children, Remington and Reign. Whenever Brother Walker takes to the podium, his messages are profound yet simple, challenging each listener to introspectively assess their spiritual journey.

Becoming a Leader that Empowers: The Limits of a “By Yourself” Mentality

Shane Woodward is the Director of School Life at Greater Atlanta Christian School in Norcross, Georgia. Shane has been at GAC since 2012 where he has served as a teacher, coach, administrator, and High School Principal for 6 years. Prior to that, he worked in public schools in Georgia and outside of Chicago, Illinois. In his time at GAC, Shane has helped lead and manage a diverse student body (over 600 students) and staff (60 educators) to continue to elevate their level of excellence through Christian education. Shane is passionate about opportunities to lead teams that leverage individual strengths by fostering healthy communication and the humility of its members – for the Glory of Christ! Shane Woodward graduated from Wheaton College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. He also has a Master in Coaching and Athletic Administration degree from Concordia University-Irvine and an Educational Specialist degree from Gordon College in Educational Leadership.

Frederick B. Hall Sr. is the Minister of the Liberty City church of Christ in
Savannah Ga. He is married to Barbara J. Hall. They have five children and four
grandchildren. Frederick served as a Deacon at the Westend Church of Christ
serving under the leadership of Wesley B. Brown and Dr. Orpheus J. Heyward.
Frederick has a B.A. in Psychology, B.S. in Biblical Studies, and Masters in Biblical
Studies from Sunset International Bible Institute in Lubbock, Texas. Frederick has
also done mission work in various parts of Brazil and still partners with several
congregations in West Texas sharing the good news of Christ. Frederick loves
teaching the word of God, cooking, and fellowship with family and friends.

Shifting the Culture Without Killing the Church

Samuel Bailey, originally from Corsicana, Texas, has been coaching, teaching, and preaching for over 25 years. He has been married to Lori for 20 years. They Have two Daughters, a German Shepherd, and live in Tarrant County.

Samuel attended and graduated from Abilene Christian University with a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and a minor in youth and family ministry. Upon graduation, Samuel headed to Los Angeles, earning his master’s in Curriculum and instruction while teaching at view park college preparatory for five years. He also worked in various areas of ministry at the Figueroa Church under the mentorship of his father-in-law Calvin Bowers.

Samuel succeeded Ben Foster as the minister for the Cedar Valley Church of Christ and has served for 13 years. While managing church and family, He is continuing His education at ACU, studying to earn His Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. Samuel is currently in his practicum and wants to practice privately while working as a conflict and life coach. He feels blessed to be called to serve in the kingdom and looks forward to many years of quality service to the Lord and his local congregation.

The Prominent Place of Preaching in Church Development

Rick began his career as the preaching minister for the Southern Hills Church of Christ in Abilene, Texas. In June 1989, he accepted the preaching minister position for The Hills Church of Christ (formally Richland Hills Church of Christ), a church with three campuses in North Richland Hills, Southlake, and West Fort Worth.

Rick is a recipient of a BA degree in Oral Communications and an MA degree in Religious Communications. Both degrees include a minor in Bible.

Rick is married to Jamie Lyda of San Antonio and they are parents of two sons, Michael and Matthew, and one daughter, Morgan.

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Bobby is the CEO and point leader of RENEW.org and Discipleship.org, both collaborative, disciple-making organizations.  He is the founding and lead pastor of Harpeth Christian Church (located by the Harpeth River, just outside of Nashville, Tennessee).  He has an M.A.R. and an M.Div. from Harding School of Theology and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  He is the author of more than 10 books on disciple-making, including Discipleshift (with Jim Putman and Robert Coleman), The Disciple Maker’s Handbook (with Josh Patrick), and Becoming a Disciple Maker: The Pursuit of Level 5 Disciple Making (with Greg Weins) and Disciple Making – The Core Mission of the Church (with Scott Sager).  Bobby is also co-host of the new podcast, Scripture in Black and White. Bobby lives in the greater Nashville area with his wife and near his children and grandchildren.