Conference Speakers
Leadership Conference
September 7th
Ephesians 3:17-19
“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge – that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.”
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
$80 Per Person
16 years old and above
*nonrefundable
**Includes ~ Breakfast
Church of Christ
220 Crane Street
Park Hills, MO
Speakers
Rocky Good
Rocky Good, pastor at New Heights Church since 2003. Previously, Rocky served churches in Adrian, Missouri; Severna Park, Maryland; Denton, Texas; and Farmington, Missouri. Rocky grew up in a small town in western Missouri. Rocky has a Church Recreation degree from Southwest Baptist College, Bolivar, MO, and a Master’s degree in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas. Rocky enjoys pickleball. Cheryl and Rocky married in 1981. They have two married children. Brandon and their family live in Cincinnati, OH, and Hannah and her family live in Potosi, MO. We have 7 grandchildren, and our son’s family is in the process of adopting.
James Chaisson, Ed.D.
James has authored two books and numerous articles on various theological, preaching, and philosophical topics. His scholarly pursuits have focused on transformational leadership behaviors and the spiritual growth of members in multicultural Churches of Christ in the United States, a subject he explored extensively in his doctoral research and dissertation.
Kevin Kappler
As a native of southern Missouri, Kevin has served for the past several years in various pastoral roles within the local church including youth, worship and music, associate and Senior Pastor with some background experience in the field of mental health. A songwriter and vocalist, he has written and recorded several of his own songs and completed several solo recording projects. With several years of police chaplaincy experience fueling a passion to provide spiritual care for law enforcement and first responders, he completed the Mineral Area Law Enforcement Academy program in 2020 where he received practical and academic skills to earn his degree in Criminal Justice and Missouri POST certification. Kevin now serves as a US Missionary to Law Enforcement first responders through the mission of Chaplaincy and continues to serve as Chaplain for the Farmington City PD, St Francois County Ambulance District, MSHP, and Park Rangers. He and his wife Sharon have two sons Kris and Kraig.
Shelby Robbs, MT-BC
Shelby Robbs, MT-BC is a board certified music therapist currently working at Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center in Farmington, Missouri. Shelby has experience providing music therapy to individuals in many areas such as Children’s Hospitals, Autism Services, and Psychiatric Care Facilities. Shelby works with Bridge of Hope to provide opportunities for the public learn about music therapy and provide education about the benefits and the importance of this service. Shelby holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Music Therapy from Maryville University in Saint Louis and a certification from the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
Dawson Buford
James Whaley
James Whaley is a long-time believer who has a heart for children’s ministry. He has coordinated meetings in our region to encourage children workers to understand different ways to minister to children. He is the founder of 573 Children’s Ministry.
Gary Matheny
Gary Matheny has led a diverse and complicated life as a lawyer, politician, and preacher. He pioneered the concept of horizontal church building, where believers from various backgrounds are encouraged to reach across denominational barriers to know and understand their shared faith in Christ more fully. His keynote scripture for this endeavor is Proverbs 27:10, “… for better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off”.
Jerry Jensen
Jerry came to Bridge of Hope for counseling more than fifteen years ago in an unhealthy state. His struggles were intense. Today, he has recovered and serves in the community as the leader of Restoration Pointe Ministries.
Dr. Raymond Fabing, Ph.D, LPC
I was born an unwanted child into an alcoholic, mentally, and emotionally struggling family. I was never told I was loved or that I did anything well. My mom was very mean and my step-dad was non-engaging. I never saw my biological father a day in my life.
I flunked the fifth grade because they said I could not read. I entered college on final probation, flunked out the third term, and now have four degrees.
I had three bouts of depression in the early 1980’s. The last one was major. When Almighty God healed me, it never happened again. There was no one to help me but God.
I realized a calling in my life on October 10, 1985, to help people in pain. This is the reason Jesus came. I was called to the Ministry of Restoration.
I am very grateful to God that I was not aborted, understand the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and understand healing. People who believed in me are as follows: My wife, Angela is my daily ministry support; Ray Morgan has been an encourager since the 7th grade; John and Carolyn Scharkey, my main support when I was a pastor, and Dr. Drennan is my mentor (who was 91, in January 2024); Tim Azinger, Bridge of Hope’s President/Administrator; and Jerry Jensen, First Vice President, are a constant support.
My calling in the Body of Christ is teacher of teachers. I wrote Hope Institute for this reason. These 9 courses are a combination of Scripture and principles for leadership, counsel, and healing. Marriages and teaching men of God are also important to me.
