David Abioye in conversation with a young minister on stage at the Global Young Ministers Conference

The Awakening of Kingdom Generals

InternationalYoung Ministers'Conference

Raising the next generation of kingdom generals through divine impartation and mentorship.

Join the Movement

The future of the church lies in the hands of young ministers who are well-grounded in the Word and empowered by the Spirit.

David Abioye

David Abioye seated among young ministers, taking notes alongside them

David Abioye

Always learning, always teaching

The Investment

A father's heart
for the next generation

“What sets IYMC apart is the personal investment. David does not address young ministers from the pulpit alone. He sits among them, takes notes with them, and listens with genuine care.”

This is a conference built on mentorship, not spectacle. Every session is designed to equip emerging leaders with the wisdom, character, and spiritual depth they need to carry the mantle forward.

Passing the Mantle

The Rising Generation

Faces that will shape
tomorrow's church

Across the auditorium, young ministers from dozens of nations listen, learn, and lean into their calling. These are the leaders of tomorrow, and their story starts here.

A young minister in African print attire, hand on chin, deep in thought during the conference

“Pondering the weight of the calling”

A young minister with a warm smile, full of hope and expectation

“The joy of answered calling”

A young minister in profile, looking upward with a smile, a portrait of hope

“Eyes fixed on what lies ahead”

A young minister preaching with fire and conviction, microphone in hand against a red backdrop

The Fire

Not just hearers,
but voices

IYMC produces young ministers who do not absorb alone. They ignite. Through practical ministry sessions, preaching workshops, and live platform opportunities, participants move from the pew to the pulpit.

The conference does not stop at inspiration. It activates. Young ministers leave with a fresh fire, a sharper word, and an unshakeable conviction of their calling.

Wisdom Transfer

Not from a distance,
but face to face

David Abioye listening intently during a session, with flowers in the foreground

A leader who listens before he speaks: the hallmark of true mentorship

David Abioye speaking from a seated position, sharing wisdom in an intimate setting

At IYMC, David doesn't preach from a stage alone. He sits down, leans in, and speaks from the heart. The sessions are designed for real connection: questions are welcomed, stories are shared, and wisdom flows from generation to generation.

The Experience

An encounter that will
transform your ministry.

Vision Casting

Discover your unique calling and develop a clear vision for your ministry. Through intensive sessions with seasoned ministers, you will learn to identify, articulate, and pursue the specific assignment God has placed upon your life.

Foundational Teaching

Build a solid biblical foundation that will sustain you through every season of ministry. The Word is the anchor for every effective minister, and at IYMC, you will receive deep, practical teaching that addresses the challenges young ministers face today.

Personal Mentorship

Learn directly from seasoned ministers who have walked the path before you. IYMC provides rare access to experienced leaders who will share wisdom, offer guidance, and help you walk through the demands of ministry.

Global Community

Connect with like-minded young ministers from around the world. The relationships formed at IYMC become lifelong partnerships in ministry: a network of kingdom builders who support, encourage, and sharpen one another.

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Testimonies

Lives forever changed.

IYMC changed my perspective on ministry completely. I arrived uncertain about my calling, and I left with a clear vision and practical tools to build what God had shown me.

Pastor James Okonkwo

Lagos, Nigeria · IYMC 2024

I found my ministry family at IYMC. The connections I made continue to bless me years later. We pray together, collaborate on projects, and sharpen one another.

Minister Grace Adeyemi

Nairobi, Kenya · IYMC 2023

The teaching on character and integrity challenged me deeply. I realized ministry is not about gifts alone. It is about the vessel. IYMC helped me become the minister God could truly use.

Rev. Daniel Kwame

Accra, Ghana · IYMC 2024

Eligibility

Who should attend?

Emerging pastors and church leaders aged 18–35

Worship leaders and music ministers

Youth pastors and children's ministry workers

Cell group and department leaders

Ministry school students

Anyone with a calling to full-time ministry

David and young minister in conversation on the conference stage

The world is waiting for what God has placed inside you.

Registration

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IYMC

Register your interest and be the first to know when the next edition is announced.

By submitting this form, you confirm that you are between 18–35 years of age and have a genuine calling to ministry.

The call is clear

Your generation
is waiting for you.

Answer the Call