Schedule and Speakers

Thank you for your interest in attending Iron Sharpens Iron in Danville, CA (East Bay Area), scheduled for Saturday, February 25, 2012. This event will be held at East Bay Fellowship, 2615 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA 94506.

This event will include worship, speakers, a choice of 16 different seminars geared to men, exhibits, resources, and more!

We have lowered the price for full-time students (ages 13-22) and active military to $19 pp! And pastors get in FREE!

If you have any questions, please call (866) 982-7458.

Conference Schedule

7:30 am Doors Open, Exhibits open
8:30 am – 10:15 am Worship, Keynote Speaker, Seminar Intros
10:15 – 10:30 am Break/Exhibits
10:30 – 11:45 am Choice of Seminars
11:45 am Lunch
12:25 – 1:15 pm Worship, Seminar Intros
1:15 – 1:25 pm Break/Exhibits
1:25 – 2:40 pm Choice of Seminars
2:40 - 2:50 pm Break/Exhibits
2:50 – 4:00 pm Worship, Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speakers

 

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Bill Paige (PM keynote)
National Speaker
Special Assistant to the President, Young Life
Bill Paige is a gifted, passionate speaker whose broad appeal is anchored in a depth of life experience that includes 20 years of police and detective work in New York City Metropolitan area.  In addition, Bill served 14 years as the associate chaplain at Children’s Village, working with emotionally disturbed boys in the city, as well as 17 years of senior leadership in Young Life.  Bill serves currently as Special Assistant to the President in Young Life.Bill’s speaking experience includes:

  • Numerous month-long assignments at Young Life camp properties where he has spoken to thousands of high school kids regarding the basics of the Christian faith; 
  • Frequent engagements at chapel services for both National Football League (NFL) and Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, including two opportunities to speak at the NFL Pro Bowl;
  • Many motivational talks at high school and college assemblies;
  • Numerous engagements at Young Life fund raising banquets, leadership training weekends and other Young Life venues.

An ordained minister, Bill brings a wealth of valuable insight in the areas emotional and behavioral problems among young people and is a certified trainer for “Therapeutic Crisis Intervention”.  His communication gifts combined with his life experience and honed insight put him in very high demand in this country and around the world as a speaker.

Bill is married to Claudia, his wife of 43 years.  Together, they have two sons and three grandchildren.
chuck Chuck Stecker (AM keynote)
Founder, A Chosen Generation
Rev. Chuck Stecker is the President and Founder of A Chosen Generation. Chuck is an ordained minister of the Gospel with the Evangelical Church Alliance and has earned a Doctorate of Ministry specializing in Christian Leadership. As an Army Lieutenant Colonel, Chuck served in various key leadership and staff positions, including 3 years on the Joint Staff in the Pentagon. Chuck has served the Lord in the local church in various ministry and leadership positions. After his retirement, he served with Promise Keepers for three years as the Regional Director of the South-Central Region. In 1997, Chuck launched a ministry, Mission Capable Men, and then A Chosen Generation in 2000.

Chuck uniquely combines several years of business experience, 23 years of military service and over 15 years of full-time ministry to bring forth a clear strategy to equip, train, empower and release a new generation of leaders. He has a passion to see churches return to truly intergenerational communities and develop the clear pathways that keep young adults actively connected to their churches and see them develop into the leaders that will impact every area of our society.

His clear vision and leadership teachings have impacted churches, schools, the military and businesses all over the country and as well as other nations. He is able to boldly challenge men and women of all ages to develop strong moral character and give them principles that they can apply to their lives to become spiritually mature and responsible adults. Chuck has spoken to audiences across the nation and around the world on various subjects including Strategies for Intergenerational Ministry Developing, Becoming Strategic Leaders, Rites of Passage, Mentoring/Coaching, Ministry to Men as well as Character and Integrity Issues.

Chuck has written a book for parents and leaders about Rites of Passage entitled Men of Honor & Women of Virtue, The Power of Rites of Passage. In addition, Chuck has authored several articles and was a contributing author to Effective Men’s Ministry: The Indispensable Toolkit for Your Church. Chuck has taught at Denver Seminary and Christ for the Nations Institute.

Chuck and his wife Billie make their home in Littleton, Colorado and are a vital part of their home church, Grace Community Church. They have three grown children, three incredible granddaughters and a grandson.

Morning Seminars

bill Going Home a Different Way
Bill Paige
National Speaker
Special Assistant to the President, Young Life
Empowered: What the Bible Says about Being a Man
Bobby Moss, Representative
Logos Software, Bellingham, WA
Superman had his strength, Batman his belt of gadgets, Spiderman his webs and climbing abilities. But in the real world YOU are the hero!  In this workshop we’ll discover how the Bible tells us that you already have everything you need to be the man God intended you to be.
 
 Courageous Parenting
Johnson Chiu, Servant/Director of Asian Ministries
The Leadership Connection, San Ramon, CA
Pastor Johnson Chiu teaches from Scripture some key decisions you need to make as you raise your children.  Sharing from his experience of raising three teenage daughters with his wife of 21 years, he reveals how you, as a man of God, can set the stage for your child to flourish in your home, school, and life. 
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Dave Werthiem
Ronnie Turner
Brian Arvin
 Practical Tips for Discipling/Mentoring Men Effectively – Panel
Dave Wertheim, Moderator – Founder, Men U for Transformed Life, Ministry Consultant, Man in the Mirror, Roseville, CA
One of the biggest challenges facing the world today is the lack of godly men. Think about what could happen if godly men began investing in other men, who in turn invested in other men? We are called by God (2 Timothy 2:2) to disciple but many men don’t know how or what to do.  That’s why we’ve assembled this awesome panel of disciple-makers for an enthusiastic discussion and question and answer session providing practical tips for discipling/mentoring men effectively. Countless men have described how the discipleship relationship has been one of the most rewarding relationships in their entire lives. Please come join us and find out what the fun is all about.Panelists:Ronnie Turner – Director of Men’s Connection at Faith Fellowship, San Leandro, CA and Broker with Regency CA Realty, Oakland, CA
Brian Arvin - Investment Advisor, TransAmerica Financial, San Ramon, CA
Rick Bogan – San Ramon, CA
 
 Leaving a Powerful, Christ-Centered Legacy
Felix Jasso, Men’s Ministry Leader
Bay Area Coalition of Ministries to Men, San Jose, CA
Discover the keys to unlock your heart that will empower you to leave a lasting, Christ-centered legacy, even if you haven’t received one yourself.
 
 The Hero’s Journey
Julian Newman, Lead Pastor
Renaissance Church, Roseville, CA
God has placed the power of a superhero inside of every man. Since the time we were boys, there was a thirst for greatness, conquest, and adventure. In this session discover through examining the life of Jesus, how every man can unleash their inner hero by leaning on God’s strength to overcome life’s crises and adversity. 
 
 Faith and Finances: Thinking Abundantly
Carl Davis, Jr., Financial Planner
The Davis Financial Group, San Jose, CA
The goal of this seminar is to change the mindset of believers concerning faith and finances. I’ll attempt to first have us understand our own preconceived “money blueprint” (what we think about money), then share how our faith and our identity play an integral part in what is rightfully ours: the abundant life.
 
 
 Turbo-charging Your Ministry to Men
James Steiner, CEO
Men’s Ministry Catalyst, San Ramon, CA
How do we facilitate a ministry to men where they will know Him more daily, then become transformed, and walk in victory? God has given all of the provision and resources you need to plan and execute His ministry to men at His church…we’ll talk about how to tap into it. This seminar is for pastors, men’s ministry leaders and anyone who has a heart to mobilize the men of his church.

Afternoon Seminars

chuck You Can Change Your Stars
For Emerging & Pioneering Men: Ages 13-29
Chuck Stecker, Founder
A Chosen Generation, Littleton, CO

Young men often feel victims to their circumstances and while they may state that they believe that God has a purpose and destiny for them, they lack the true belief that they can “change their stars.” God’s plans for us are not restricted to our earthly circumstances. Often our current circumstances are not the prisons we allow them to be. They are the launching pads designed to take us to greatness. Young men need to believe that they can “change their stars” take the necessary steps to find the greatness God has already purposed for them.
Courage in Leadership
Doug Stevens, Co-Founder
The Leadership Connection, Walnut Creek, CA
Passivity is a lethal liability in leadership.  So is recklessness.  How do we harness the energy and boldness we need and, at the same time, exercise wisdom and discernment?  How is courage manifested in leadership in such a way that the capacity of the man, the reality of the challenge, and the potential of apparent opportunities are all honored?  This seminar will define and illustrate courage from a biblical perspective and call it out in all of us.
The Importance of Daily Prayer
Gilbert Ybarra, Senior Pastor
River of life Christian Fellowship, Patterson, CA
Prayer is a primary spiritual discipline in our journey with Christ. In this seminar, you’ll discover the importance of daily prayer and be challenged to make it a priority in your life. 
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 Scoring Touchdowns at Home: Transforming Your Marriage
Dave Wertheim, Founder, Men U for Transformed Life, Ministry Consultant, Man in the Mirror, Roseville, CA

Many men recognize that their spouse represents the 2nd most important relationship they will ever have but few understand how to improve it. If you have struggles, this seminar will provide practical tips. If you have a great marriage, this seminar will take it to the next level.
Being Set Free in the Name of Jesus: Breaking Strongholds
James Steiner, CEO
Men’s Ministry Catalyst, San Ramon, CA
What is blocking your communication with our Lord and Savior? He has provided us with ALL of the authority we need to break strongholds in our lives, and be the men He has designed us to be… How do we use this authority? We’ll walk through that process together. Gird your loins! 
The Heart of Joseph: Running from Sexual Temptation
Tom Azzopardi, Speaker/Small Group Leader
Celebrate Recovery Ministry, San Ramon, CA
This seminar is designed to equip and encourage men to flee from the sexual temptations of pronography, lustful thoughts, and sex outside of marriage. Straight talk ahead!
Man Up!
Gary Mortara, Lead Pastor
Faith Fellowship, San Leandro, CA
Pastor and author Gary Mortara will challenge men to “man up,” teaching the principles of how to grow as a man of God out of his book “Be a Man.” Pastor Gary gives an intergenerational viewpoint of transparency and accountability as he challenges men to a standard rarely seen in our society. You will laugh and learn as Pastor Gary unfolds life skills for being a husband and father, as well as a righteous man of God.
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 Are We Stressed for Success or Just Depressed?
Jim Grassi
Founder/President
Men’s Ministry Catalyst, Post Falls, ID
Are you tired of feeling lonely, discouraged, and even depressed?  In a safe workshop environment we will explore the causes, effects, and solutions that will help lead men to a more joy-filled life.  Don’t let the economic realities of our culture and the challenges of coping with discouragement get you down. Learn how to better manage stress and disappointment. 

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