Francis Chan was born on August 31, 1967, to his Chinese father, Pak-sum Chan, and mother, Wan-bing Mui. Both of his parents were devoted churchgoers, and his father served as a minister in Leighton Baptist Church, Hong Kong.
Bianca Juarez Olthoff was born on April 6, 1980, in California, US. Her Mexican father, Pancho Juarez, was once a missionary and is now the senior pastor of Calvary Chapel, Montebello. Her mother hailed from Puerto Rico.
Larry Brey, also known as Lawrence Charles Brey, is the campus pastor at Elevation’s University City site. Before he became a pastor, Larry Brey worked as a college professor and director of sports medicine at Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.
Wade Joye is a prominent figure in the world of contemporary Christian music and worship. He was known for his contributions as a worship leader, songwriter, and musician, particularly associated with Hillsong Church, a globally recognized church and worship music ministry.
Heidi Baker is a well-known Christian missionary, author, and humanitarian. She is widely recognized for her extensive work in Mozambique, one of the poorest countries in the world, where she and her husband Rolland Baker have been involved in missionary and humanitarian efforts for many years.
Amie Dockery is an American pastor who is also an experienced public speaker and author. She’s a breast cancer survivor. Right now, she works as the Senior Associate Pastor at Covenant Church, where she leads more than 14,000 members and a team of 135 staff and pastors across 5 different campuses.
Shane Winnings, from the United States, is an evangelist passionate about bringing Jesus to the next generation (GENZ). He used to be an Afghan Vet and a police officer.
Hillary Caitlyn Phillips, born on September 18, 1992, in the United States, is a Christian content creator. She is known for her whatsuphill TikTok account, where she shares comedy skits and various types of Christian content. Her account features popular animated videos and Popepressions.
Stacie Cloud Wood is an American preacher, speaker, and fitness enthusiast. She’s married to Pastor Andy Wood of Echo Church. He’ll become the new lead pastor of Saddleback Church in September 2022.
Mark Driscoll is an American pastor, author, and speaker who gained prominence as the founding pastor of Mars Hill Church, a megachurch located in Seattle, Washington.