Advice is everywhere. Family, friends, coworkers, social media, and the internet all have something to say about what it means to be a man, a husband, a father, or a leader. With so many competing voices, it’s easy to lose sight of the truth.

The Mind of Christ Men’s Conference is an invitation for every man to move from the natural man to the spiritual man God has called him to be. Together, we’ll cut through the noise and focus on the One voice that truly matters. Discover the life, purpose, and direction found in Christ, and be equipped to live as the man He created you to be. Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Conference Speakers

Trinidad Gerardo

Trinidad Gerardo

Trinidad Gerardo is a husband, father, and grandfather who has called Albuquerque, New Mexico, home since 2000. He and his wife, SherryAnn, have been married for 30 years and were both raised and married in Yokosuka, Japan, where their fathers proudly served in the United States Navy. Trinidad is a senior at Calvary Chapel University, pursuing his bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies and Theology, with graduation expected in December. Called by the Lord to pastoral ministry, Trinidad has a deep heart for men and a passion for teaching God’s Word, shaped by his own journey of faith and the transforming grace of Jesus Christ. His desire is to encourage men to surrender fully to Christ, embrace their calling, and lead their families, churches, and communities as godly men.

Chris Nordquist

Chris Nordquist

Chris Nordquist and his wife, Holly, have been members of Heights Christian Church since moving to Albuquerque nearly 25 years ago, where they have raised their two daughters and grown together as a family in the church community. For the past 15 years, Chris has served as an Elder, along with serving in various other ministry roles at Heights. Outside the church, Chris works in technology, where he leads a team of scientists and engineers in developing innovative microelectronics solutions. In both his professional and ministry roles, Chris is passionate about making a positive difference in the world by helping others become the people God created them to be.

Levi Green

Levi Green

Levi Green is a devoted husband, father of five, and faithful servant of Christ. His life has been deeply rooted in faith, shaping his values, relationships, and commitment to serving others. Levi recently completed a two-year discipleship program at Heights Christian Church and has continued his spiritual journey by enrolling in an additional two-year program to deepen his understanding of Christ and His Word. He is also actively involved in his community, volunteering with various city government committees and associations. Levi feels called to share the hope and truth he has found in Christ, drawing from his own experiences to illustrate the grace, love, and redemption God freely offers to all.

Beatle Lopez

Beatle Lopez

Beatle Lopez is a husband, father, and grandfather. Beatle and his wife, Terri, have been actively involved at Heights Christian Church for more than 25 years through volunteering, youth group, daycare events, and other church activities. Beatle completed the two-year discipleship course at Heights and is currently enrolled in Shepherd School at Cross Christian Fellowship. He has a deep desire to teach, preach, and share the truth of God’s grace through his own testimony of transformation. Professionally, Beatle has been a dedicated employee of Pella Windows and Doors for 12 years, beginning as a painter, advancing to Warehouse Lead, and now serving as Warehouse Manager. Above all, Beatle desires to keep growing in Christ, share the wonderful truth of our Lord and Savior, and help lead others into a life-changing relationship with Jesus.

Conference Schedule

Saturday, September 26, 2026

12:30 PM — Doors Open and Check-In Begins

1:00 PM — Conference Welcome / Opening Worship

This session examines the difference between the natural man who does not know Christ and the carnal man who knows Christ but continues to live according to the flesh. We will look at worldly wisdom, spiritual immaturity, pride, jealousy, division, and the ways the flesh can keep a Christian man from growing. The challenge is to honestly ask: “What is controlling my life—the flesh or the Spirit?”

Speaker: Trinidad Gerardo

2:00 PM — Break

What does it truly mean to be the godly man God has called us to be? This session will explore the biblical qualifications, character, and responsibilities of a godly man and what it looks like to live them out faithfully. Together, we’ll examine how our character, choices, relationships, and leadership can reflect Christ and bring glory to God.

Speaker: Beatle Lopez

This session will equip men to reject the ways of the flesh, embrace the leading of the Holy Spirit, and walk daily in step with Him. Through biblical teaching and practical application, men will be challenged to pursue a Spirit-led life marked by strength, obedience, character, and a deeper relationship with Christ.

Speaker: Levi Green

3:10 PM — Food and Fellowship

Each of us were created by God and redeemed by the blood of Jesus to do great things (Eph 2:10).  However, our focus on God can be robbed by the busyness of this world and the many roles that we must play within our family, church, work, neighborhood, and social environments.  In this session, we will talk about the disciplines required to reconcile ourselves across these areas of our lives, with the goal of being who God created us to be and doing everything for the glory of God (Col 3:17, I Cor 10:31).

Speaker: Chris Nordquist

4:40 PM — Worship

This session focuses on what it means to become a spiritual man who thinks, lives, and leads like Christ. We will explore how the Holy Spirit transforms our thinking through God’s Word and how the mind of Christ produces humility, obedience, sacrificial love, servant leadership, and godly discernment. The challenge is to move beyond simply knowing about Jesus and begin living like Jesus.

Speaker: Trinidad Gerardo

5:40 PM — Closing Prayer / Challenge

6:00 PM — Conference Ends

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