Earn more than a college degree through immersive, active-learning experiences and programs. Develop the intellect, ministry skillsets, character, and spiritual foundations required to lead the local church and fulfill the Great Commission.
Your Leadership Matters
We are grateful for your ongoing partnership and leadership. Your insight, support, and commitment play a meaningful role in advancing the mission of Highlands College and strengthening the work God is doing through our students and ministry programs.
As we gather in December, we look forward to sharing important updates, seeking your perspective, and aligning together around the opportunities ahead. Thank you for your dedication and for investing in future ministry leaders.
Event Schedule
Below is a brief schedule overview. Download the full Ministry Advisory Board Itinerary (PDF).
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
11:00 a.m. Lunch Available
12:00 p.m. Board Meeting Begins
3:00 p.m. Meeting Concludes
6:30 p.m. Community Partner Dinner
8:30 p.m. Day Concludes
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
9:00 a.m. Leadership Conference Begins
12:45 p.m. Leadership Conference Concludes
12:45 p.m. Lunch Available
1:30 p.m. Day Concludes
Address: 3660 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243
Parking: North Lot (see map below)
On-Site Host
Hannon Sanderson
(205) 445-3319
hannon.sanderson@highlandscollege.edu
Parking Information
Directions to Campus
From HWY 280, turn at the light onto Grandview Parkway and continue up the hill toward Highlands College. Take the first right, then follow the road toward the parking area shown on the map below.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Highlands College Leadership Conference
Reserved Seating Info
Doors Open: 8:15 a.m.
Meeting Location: Inside the Main Auditorium
Directional Host: Hamid Al’Dlaigan
Conference Highlights
Event Begins: 9:00 a.m.
Event Concludes: 12:45 p.m.
Conference Speakers & Hosts
Ryan Leak—Bestselling Author & Leadership Expert
Dr. John C. Maxwell—New York Times Bestselling Author & Highlands College Leader-in-Residence
Chris Hodges—Highlands College Chancellor & Church of the Highlands Founding Pastor
Mark Pettus—Church of the Highlands Lead Pastor
Shannon Zeigler—Highlands College Team
Highlands College Student Hosts
Anna Grace Sessions—Pastoral Ministry Major, Class of 2027
Noah Carrera—Pastoral Ministry Major, Class of 2028
Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsor
Thank You to Our Community Partners
With Gratitude & Expectation
Thank you for the wisdom, leadership, and prayerful input you bring to America’s Ministry Leadership University. Your investment truly helps shape the future of this institution and strengthens our mission to equip the next generation of ministry leaders. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and the Kingdom impact it creates.
As we prepare for our time together, we invite you to continue praying with us for clarity, unity, and God’s direction in every conversation and decision.
We look forward to seeing you soon.