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CEI’s Summit VII | Liberty Mountain Conference Center, Lynchburg, VA | September 11-12th, 2026

 

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Summit VII Speakers

Click below to learn more about each speaker and the topic of their upcoming speech!

Jeffrey Tuomala, Professor of Law, Liberty University
Jurisdiction - The Legal Basis for Cultural Renewal
Corey Miller, Founder/CEO, Ratio Christi
Solutions to Redeem Higher Education
Dr. Tom Metallo, Professor of Government, Liberty University
The Red-Green Axis: How Can Marxism
andIslam Work Together
Marlene McMillan, Why Liberty Matters
As Goes the Church, so Goes the Nation & Artificial Intelligence is Not Going Away
Max Lyons, The Biblical Thinker
Words Matter
David Servin, Executive Director of CEI
Vision and Ministry of CEI
Pastor Anthony George, First Baptist Atlanta
Why do I, as a Pastor, Prioritize Christian Education?
Rhonda Thomas, Director, Truth In Education
Social Emotional Learning: Programming to be Avoided
Israel Wayne, Director, Family Renewal
“Free Money” is Very Expensive
Kevin Clauson, Director, Patrick Henry Institute
Introduction of David Servin
Kerry Morgan, Director, LONANG Institute
Parental Rights and Responsibilities in the Education of Their Children
David MacDonald, Founder & Attending Physician, Plexus Health Clinic
God’s Design for Healthcare

Questions & Answers

Here are all of the answers to each of your great questions!

Friday and Saturday, September 11-12th, 8:30AM-5PM each day.

Liberty Mountain Conference Center, 3700 Candlers Mountain Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502

There are ample labeled parking spots for LMCC guests right in front of the entrance to the building.

Christ Over All: A Call for Social, Cultural, and Educational Renewal

General Admission (Before August 11th) - $125/person, $200/couple

General Admission (After August 11th) - $150/person, $250/couple

Discount Codes:

SPOUSE - $50 OFF

STUDENT - 40% OFF

 

Coming Soon

Yes! Please email info@christedu.org to request a promotional table at our event. It costs $75 to use the table for both days.

We will be having two beautifully prepared healthy and substantial lunches with dietary and allergy options available to all attendees. The cost of lunch is included in your ticket.

We have two "after-hours" Summit-related events hosted by CEI:

1. Thursday, September 10th, 6PM, Charley's Restaurant

"Dutch" Style Dinner (Pay for yourself) with any early arrival Summit Speakers, CEI Board Members, or Summit Attendees.

2. Friday, September 11th, 7PM, Location TBD

Summit Speakers and CEI Board Members ONLY Dinner, paid for by CEI.

You can RSVP for those in your email invitation or here on this webpage above.

 

 

 

Event Schedule
Friday, September 11th
Welcome & Introductions
Introduction of David Servin - Kevin Clauson
8:30-9:15
 
Jurisdiction - The Legal Basis for Cultural Renewal
Jeff Tuomala
9:30-10:15
 
“Free Money” is Very Expensive
Israel Wayne
10:30-11:15
 
Networking & Visiting Tables
11:15-11:45
 
Lunch
11:45-12:45
 
Words Matter
Max Lyons
12:45-1:30
 
Social Emotional Learning: Programming to be Avoided
Rhonda Thomas
1:45-2:30
 
Networking & Visiting Tables
2:30-3:15
 
Why do I, as a Pastor, Prioritize Christian Education?
Dr. Anthony George
3:15-4:00
 
The Red-Green Axis: How Can Marxism and Islam Work Together
Tom Metallo
4:15-5:00
Saturday, September 12th
Welcome & Introductions
David Servin
8:30-9:15
 
Solutions to Redeem Higher Education
Corey Miller
9:30-10:15
 
As Goes the Church, so Ges the Nation
Marlene McMillan
10:30-11:15
 
Networking & Visiting Tables
11:15-11:45
 
Lunch
11:45-12:45
 
Breakout Sessions
Various Group Leaders
12:45-1:45
 
Parental Rights and Responsibilities in the Education of Their Children
Kerry Morgan
1:45-2:30
 
Networking & Visiting Tables
2:30-3:15
 
God’s Design for Healthcare
David MacDonald
3:15-3:45
 
Artificial Intelligence is Not Going Away
Dr. Marlene McMillan
3:45-4:15
 
Conference Conclusion: Q&A and Call to Action
4:30-5:00
Become A Summit VII Sponsor!
This year’s Summit is introducing three distinct sponsorship tiers, each designed to give partners meaningful visibility and alignment with CEI’s mission. Every level includes its own package of benefits so sponsors can choose the impact that fits them best.
Silver Tier - $250
Includes: booklet feature, big screen marketing during breaks, and free table.
Gold Tier - $500
Includes: all of Silver Tier's benefits plus 5 minutes to talk at lunch on either Friday or Saturday.
Platinum Tier - $1,000
Includes: all of Gold Tier's benefits plus 5 minutes to talk at the end of each day and full page in booklet.
These sponsorship levels will be first come first served! Spots are limited:
25 Silver Tier spots; 5 Gold Tier spots: and 2 Platinum Tier spots.

Please email info@christedu.org to claim your sponsorship level spot!

Welcome Refreshments

Each day we will have orange juice, muffins, bagels, spreads, and handheld fruits available for your taking from 8:00-10:30AM.

Coffee and water will be available all day.

Lunch Menus
Each day we will have orange juice, muffins, bagels, spreads, and handheld fruits available for your taking from 8:00-10:30AM. Coffee and water will be available all day.

Friday, September 11th

Mains
Assorted Sandwiches (Turkey, Ham, Chicken Salad, Roast Beef)
Gluten‑Free Options
Chicken salad served scoop‑style
GF bread available at the GF station
Vegetarian Options
Veggie & hummus wraps
Sides
Pasta salad
GF pasta salad bowl
Vegetable Tray
Kettle Chips
Assorted Indv. Dip and Dressing Cups
Fresh Fruit
Dessert
Cookie & Brownie Variety Tray
GF Chocolate Chip Cookies
Drinks
Bottled Water
Assorted Sparkling Waters & Zero‑Sugar Sodas
Peach Iced Tea & Classic Iced Tea (sweet + unsweet)
Orange Juice & Lemonade Mix

Saturday, September 12th

Mains
Wrap Assortment (Turkey & spinach wraps, ham & Swiss wraps, and roasted veggie & feta wrap,
Chicken Caesar Wraps)
Gluten‑Free Options
GF turkey & cheddar on GF bread
Vegetarian Options
Caprese-style mozzarella & tomato handhelds
Sides
Red‑skin Potato Salad
Kettle Chips
Cheese & Cracker Variety Board
GF crackers available at the GF station
Fresh Fruit
Dessert
Lemon Bar Bites & Assorted Mini Pastries
Gluten‑Free Brownie Bites
Drinks
Bottled Water
Assorted Sparkling Waters & Zero‑Sugar Sodas
Peach Iced Tea & Classic Iced Tea (sweet + unsweet)
Orange Juice & Lemonade Mix
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