About the Conference
The Ignite Ministers Conference is a unique and refreshing gathering designed specifically for pastors, ministry leaders, and those who serve in the trenches of church life. In a world that constantly demands more, this is a sacred space where you don’t have to perform, pretend, or pour out. Here, you’re not leading a team or managing a service—you’re simply invited to be. It’s a time to breathe deeply, slow down, and receive the rest and encouragement your soul
needs.
Happening October 8th–10th, the conference will feature powerful worship, honest conversations, engaging breakout sessions, and inspiring messages that speak directly to the heart of those in ministry. We’re honored to welcome Dr. Michael Capparelli as our keynote speaker—a passionate voice with a deep heart for leaders and the challenges they face. Lunches will be provided daily, giving you space to connect, rest, and refuel without distraction. At Ignite, you’re free to let your guard down and be poured into—because you deserve it.
needs.
Happening October 8th–10th, the conference will feature powerful worship, honest conversations, engaging breakout sessions, and inspiring messages that speak directly to the heart of those in ministry. We’re honored to welcome Dr. Michael Capparelli as our keynote speaker—a passionate voice with a deep heart for leaders and the challenges they face. Lunches will be provided daily, giving you space to connect, rest, and refuel without distraction. At Ignite, you’re free to let your guard down and be poured into—because you deserve it.
Our Guest Speaker
Dr. Michael Capparelli
Dr. Michael Caparrelli first heard the gospel over three decades ago at 17 years old, incarcerated at a juvenile detention center in Providence, RI for a string of robberies. Upon his release, his life was transformed by the power of Jesus Christ at North Providence Assembly of God. He was mentored by Pasco Manzo, then pastor, now the President of New England and New Jersey Teen Challenge.
In 2004, he graduated from Zion Bible College with a Bachelors in Bible. He served for several years as an associate pastor of North Providence Assembly of God while working on his master's degree from Liberty University. In 2008, he graduated from Liberty University with a master's in education.
From 2009-2019, he founded and pastored Sacred Exchange Fellowship, a church planted just outside of Providence by his mother church.
In 2004, he graduated from Zion Bible College with a Bachelors in Bible. He served for several years as an associate pastor of North Providence Assembly of God while working on his master's degree from Liberty University. In 2008, he graduated from Liberty University with a master's in education.
From 2009-2019, he founded and pastored Sacred Exchange Fellowship, a church planted just outside of Providence by his mother church.
Dr. Caparrelli believes in the healing power of narrative therapy - people’s tragedies transform into testimonies by telling the story of what God has done. He authored five books that help the broken overcome - Surviving Feelings, Dr. Jesus, The Ox and the Ass, Pen Your Pain Into Parables and Monster Mirror. His books have been adapted into the curriculum of several Adult & Teen Challenge Centers as well as the Rhode Island Department of Corrections.
He is a professor of 6 psychology courses - General Psychology, Criminal Psychology, Social Psychology, Introduction to Counseling, Theories of Addiction Counseling, Abnormal Psychology and Human Growth and Development. He teaches at Northpoint Christian College and Manchester Community College.
The book, Monster Mirror, ranked #1 on Amazon in True Crime New Releases throughout October 2023. He has appeared on the 700 Club, Dr. Carolyn Leaf’s Podcast and Dr. Daniel Amen’s show. The book will be featured on a 5 part documentary series on Netflix in 2025.
Most notably, he is married to Alicia Ann with 4 children, 3 stepchildren and 3 grandchildren.
He is a professor of 6 psychology courses - General Psychology, Criminal Psychology, Social Psychology, Introduction to Counseling, Theories of Addiction Counseling, Abnormal Psychology and Human Growth and Development. He teaches at Northpoint Christian College and Manchester Community College.
The book, Monster Mirror, ranked #1 on Amazon in True Crime New Releases throughout October 2023. He has appeared on the 700 Club, Dr. Carolyn Leaf’s Podcast and Dr. Daniel Amen’s show. The book will be featured on a 5 part documentary series on Netflix in 2025.
Most notably, he is married to Alicia Ann with 4 children, 3 stepchildren and 3 grandchildren.