LPG 2026 speakers
Andy Stanley
N.T. WrighT
Josh Crain
david ashcraft
When | Tuesday, Oct. 27 – Thursday, Oct. 29
Where | Buckhead Church
3336 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
Check In | 4:00 p.m.
EVENT DETAILS
agenda & details
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4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Check In
5:00 – 6:15 p.m. Worship & Main Session 1 - David Ashcroft
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Dinner & Table Discussion
8:00 p.m. – Dessert & Hangout
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8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Main Session 2 - Professor N.T. Wright
10:30 – 11:00 a.m. Table Discussion
11:00 - 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 – 12:45 p.m. Main Session 3 - Professor N.T. Wright & Andy Stanley
12:45 – 1:45 p.m. Lunch & Table Discussion
1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Main Session 4 - Q & A with Professor N.T. Wright & Andy Stanley
3:15 p.m. Dismissal to Hang out with Call Groups
6:30 p.m. Dinner and Fun (Spouses Welcome)
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8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Main Session 5 - Worship & Josh Crain
10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Main Session 5 - TBD
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Table Discussion & Lunch
1:00 p.m. Dismissal
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The Rest Initiative exists to help leaders and teams thrive in life and ministry. Through counseling, spiritual direction, and story work, we offer a unique and holistic approach to caring for the whole person—delivered through workshops, retreats, and personal care that sustain health and strengthen mission.
Neal Salzman, a counselor from The Rest Initiative will be available throughout our time together. Please take advantage of signing up for a time to talk with Neal about the everyday challenges we all face while in service to others.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buckhead | 3459 Buckhead Loop Ne, Atlanta, GA, 30326
The room block rate of $135.00 per night. (Reservation Link)
Walkable to Buckhead Church (5 minutes)
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The Southern Gentleman
Upscale Southern comfort food with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. One of the highest-rated restaurants in Buckhead — perfect for a group dinner. Known for hushpuppies, pork belly, and outstanding service.
📍 3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
🕐 Mon–Thu: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM | Fri: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 11:00 PM | Sat: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Sun: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
📞 (404) 939-9845Visit Website | Get Directions
5Church Buckhead
Elevated American dining with a chic, upscale atmosphere. A go-to for special occasions and memorable evenings. Great for couples or a conference dinner out.
📍 3379 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 125, Atlanta, GA 30326
🕐 Mon–Thu: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Fri–Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Sun: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
📞 (470) 819-4841Visit Website | Get Directions
The Hive Buckhead
A highly acclaimed Buckhead staple with incredible food, attentive service, and a vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for group lunches or dinners. Open late daily.
📍 1845 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
🕐 Mon–Tue: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM | Wed–Thu: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM | Fri–Sat: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM | Sun: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
📞 (470) 451-6419Visit Website | Get Directions
Treehouse Restaurant
A laid-back neighborhood favorite with great outdoor seating and solid American fare. Perfect for a casual, relaxed group meal. Known for good burgers, salmon, and a great patio vibe.
📍 7 Kings Cir NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
🕐 Mon–Tue: 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Wed–Thu: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM | Fri–Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Sun: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
📞 (404) 266-2732 -
Kula Coffee Co
The highest-rated coffee shop in the area — a calm, light-filled space perfect for morning connection or quiet conversation. Fair prices and exceptional drinks. Note: Open Tuesday–Thursday only.
📍 3423 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
🕐 Tue–Thu: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 (404) 445-4559Visit Website | Get Directions
Mend Coffee & Goods
A beautifully designed, spacious coffee shop with an open floor plan and warm atmosphere. Great for informal hangouts between sessions. Closed Sundays.
📍 3655 Roswell Rd NE #106, Atlanta, GA 30342
🕐 Mon–Sat: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📞 (470) 458-2158Visit Website | Get Directions
The Postcard
A charming, community-focused local coffee shop with high-quality drinks and a welcoming team. Known for specialty coffee and a personalized experience.
📍 3145 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 121, Atlanta, GA 30305
🕐 Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📞 (404) 425-9474Visit Website | Get Directions
Foxtail Coffee Co.
A cozy, aesthetically pleasing coffee shop open 7 days a week. Great drinks, plenty of seating, and a relaxed atmosphere. Parking validation available in the garage.
📍 3699 Lenox Rd NE, Suite 1, Atlanta, GA 30305
🕐 Daily: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📞 (404) 254-2040Visit Website | Get Directions
Bloom Coffee Co.
A zen, neighborhood coffee shop with free parking, strong WiFi, and a consistent, welcoming vibe. A great spot to start the morning or wind down between sessions.
📍 2025 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
🕐 Daily: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📞 (404) 343-6631
ANDY STANLEY
Andy is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries, Inc. Since its inception in 1995, NPM has grown from one church to eight in the Atlanta area and a network of 180 partner churches around the globe that collectively serve over 200,000 people weekly.
Andy is the host of The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast as well as Your Move with Andy Stanley, which delivers over 10.5 million messages each month through television, digital platforms, and podcasts. He is the author of more than 20 books, including Not In It to Win It, Irresistible, Deep & Wide, Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets, and Parenting: Getting It Right, which he co-authored with his wife, Sandra.
Andy and Sandra live in Milton, Georgia near their adult children and grandchildren.
N.T. WRIGHT
Prof. N.T. (Tom) Wright is Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. He is one of the world’s leading Bible scholars, with expertise in Ancient Judaism and Early Christianity, the New Testament, and Biblical Studies.
He is also Emeritus Professor at the University of St. Andrews and the former Bishop of Durham. He has published over 90 books and is co-founder of N.T. Wright Online.
JOSH CRAIN
Josh Crain is the Lead Pastor of Verve City Church in Southern California. Over more than twenty years in ministry, he has led churches through complex transitions, including guiding one congregation through the aftermath of a pastoral tragedy and leading another through significant growth and multisite expansion.
Josh regularly coaches pastors and church leaders and has contributed articles and chapters to ministry resources. Josh and his wife, Emily, live just outside of Los Angeles with their two sons. Having experienced his own season of faith deconstruction in his twenties, Josh has a particular heart for skeptics, doubters, and people rebuilding their faith.
DAVID ASHCRAFT
David Ashcraft is president and CEO of the Global Leadership Network. He is also the founder and president of The Advantage, a leadership collaborative that mentors and encourages pastors across Pennsylvania.
As senior pastor of LCBC Church in Pennsylvania for 32 years, David helped grow weekly attendance from 150 people to a combined average of more than 22,000. He is the coauthor of “What Was I Thinking? How to Make Better Decisions So You Can Live and Lead with Confidence.” He also hosts The Global Leadership Podcast, featuring conversations with leaders from diverse fields about their leadership journey.