Helene Foust
Brad Fiscus has been in ministry with teenagers since 1985. He is the Director of Next Gen Discipleship in the Tennessee Conference of The United Methodist Church. Prior to entering professional ministry, Brad enjoyed a career in public education teaching both middle and high school science. In addition to teaching, Brad was a leadership development trainer. Brad and his wife Shelley live in Franklin, Tennessee, have been married for 26 years, and are the parents of two teenagers.
Stephanie has been involved in ministry to youth and youth workers in the local church for over 30 years.Her humorous, straightforward style keeps her busy presenting and coaching at conferences, training events, camps, and churches. In addition to coaching, Stephanie is a Senior Consultant for Ministry Architects and a talented author. Stephanie’s latest books are, Thriving Youth Ministry in Smaller Churches and 99 Thoughts for Smaller Church Youth Workers. Stephanie is a contributing author to several youth ministry resources in addition to her regular column “Smaller Church Youth Ministry” in Group Magazine.Stephanie and her husband, Steve, live in Houston, TX. All seven of her kids are grown up, and out of the house – praise God!