Speakers

Schedule

The According to the Pattern Conference will be held Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd at Calvary Chapel Saving Grace (17451 Bastanchury Rd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886). The conference is free but registration is required.

Friday, May 1st

5:00–6:30pm — Registration
6:30–7:00pm — Welcome & Worship
7:00–8:00pm — Session #1 (Pastor Trent Douglass)
8:00–9:00pm — Afterglow & Waiting on the Lord

Saturday, May 2nd

7:45–8:30am — Breakfast
8:30–8:50am — Welcome & Worship
8:50–9:40am — Session #2 (Pastor Trent Douglass)
9:45–10:45am — Workshop #1
10:45–11:00am — Break
11:00–11:10am — Worship
11:10–11:25am — Missions Opportunity
11:25am–12:15pm — Session #3 (Pastor Rob Douglass)
12:15–1:30pm — Lunch
1:30–2:30pm — Workshop #2
2:30–2:45pm — Break
2:45–3:00pm — Worship
3:00–3:15pm — Missions Opportunity
3:15–4:00pm — Session #4 (Pastor R)
4:00–4:30pm — Worship & Response

Workshops

Workshop #1

Pastor Gary Barrow – How to Disciple National Workers on the Field
[Pastor/Leader Track] 

For years, missionaries have wrestled with how to train and raise up national workers. In some contexts, corruption has created challenges, but we have found that when national workers are faithfully discipled, it becomes one of the most effective ways to reach their own people.

They already understand the culture, language, and customs of their country, making intentional investment in them essential for lasting fruitfulness.

In this workshop, we will explore practical ways to disciple and equip national workers in their own countries, and how to remain faithfully connected to those laboring for the gospel where they have been raised up.

Pastor Trent Douglass – How the Local Church Can Be a Sending Hub to the Nations
[Pastor/Leader Track]

In this workshop, we will explore the local church’s role in raising up and sending missionaries. We will look at practical ways to engage your church in the Great Commission and equip every member to actively participate in God’s global mission.

Pastor Rob Douglass – What to Expect in the First Two Years as a Missionary
[Missionary Track]

In this workshop, we will look at what to expect when moving overseas and beginning life on the mission field. The first two years bring both challenges and surprises, and we will walk through the practical realities of this season to help build long-term health and longevity in ministry.

Gabrielle Romerro – The Place of Single Women Serving on the Mission Field
[Missionary Track]

One of the questions often raised in missions is whether a single woman can serve on the mission field. In this workshop, Gabrielle Romerro will share from her own experience—the blessings, challenges, and realities of serving as a single woman on the field.

Gabby is currently serving in Japan and brings firsthand insight from life and ministry there. At SGWM, we have consistently seen that a large percentage of those willing to go to the mission field are single women.

If you are a single woman considering missions, this workshop will be practical, honest, and deeply encouraging.

Workshop #2

Isaac Douglass & Tim Rich – Starting Missionary Care Teams in Your Church
[Pastor/Leader Track]

In this workshop, we will explore how to practically engage your local church in caring for and connecting with missionaries. Missionary care teams not only strengthen and encourage those on the field, but also connect the church to the work God is doing globally—stirring hearts for the Great Commission.

Stacy Cook – How to Practically and Administratively Send Missionaries
[Pastor/Leader Track]

In this workshop, we will walk through the practical and administrative process of sending missionaries. Topics will include finances, online giving systems, website setup, and the key infrastructure needed to effectively send and support missionaries.

Pastor Tim Pappas – I Sense a Call to Missions… Where Do I Start?
[Missionary Track]

In this workshop, we will walk through the journey from sensing a call to missions to being sent out. We will highlight preparation, training, and the practical pathway SGWM provides to equip and send those called to the field.

Branden Garcia – Living and Serving Among Muslims
[Missionary Track]

In this workshop, we will explore both the blessings and challenges of living in a Muslim country while seeking to reach Muslim people with the gospel. We will also discuss the practical realities of transitioning from life in America to engaging and thriving in a Muslim cultural context.

Pastor Joel Garcia – The Need for Shepherding Missionaries After They’ve Been Sent
[Pastor/Leader Track]

We’ve all heard the phrase, “out of sight, out of mind.” This can happen when missionaries are sent to the field. But even when they are no longer present in the daily life of the church, they remain part of the flock—an extension of the church in another country.

In many ways, they need the church even more on the field than before they left. They still need to be pastored, shepherded, and discipled—just as much, if not more, after they are sent.

In this workshop, we will explore practical ways to remain faithfully connected—encouraging, strengthening, and discipling missionaries as they serve abroad.

Lodging

Calvary Chapel Saving Grace has host families offering weekend housing for attendees.

Availability is first-come, first-serve and depends on each host’s capacity.
By selecting “Yes” on the sign up form, you will be added to the housing wait list. This does not guarantee a place to stay.

We will follow up with additional details if housing becomes available.

If you are joining us from out of town we have arranged a special conference rate at the Ayres Hotel (22677 Oakcrest Cir, Yorba Linda, CA 92887) for our attendees.

Rooms are available at $139 / night for May 1st and 2nd. To book use the code "SGWM Conference 2026" when calling the hotel at (714) 921-8688.
To book online use this booking link: SGWM Group Block Rate

Please reserve your room by April 10th to guarantee this rate.