SEE - SPEAK - SEND

12th - 13th November 2026

“Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! ... I prophesied as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came to life and stood up on their feet - a vast army."

Across our land, something's stirring…

Hungry hearts. A deeper return - to Scripture and to persistent prayer.

God told the prophet to speak to dry bones - and then call to the breath.
When Word and Spirit came together, what was scattered stood up together - as
a vast army.

In 2026, LAUNCH's 10th year, we are gathering leaders around the same mandate: SEE - SPEAK - SEND. We believe this generation of leaders and disciples will hear the voice of God and stand on its feet as Spirit-filled, sent ones.

Join us for inspiration, impartation and implementation of God’s Word & Spirit through Biblical teaching, prophetic appointments, space in worship and healing ministry, together with friends on mission.

Our 2026 Speaking Team

Dr. Andrew Ollerton

Andrew is a theologian, pastor, author and popular communicator, based in Wales. Andrew works with Bible Society and recently developed a new edition of ‘The Bible Course’ and published a new title with Hodder called God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible’s 7 Toughest Topics. Andrew works closely with the explorer Bear Grylls, together publishing the NIV for Young Explorers, producing a TV series in Israel, and helped Bear develop a brilliant new book called The Greatest Story Ever Told.

Andrew completed his PhD in Historical Theology and is a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. He loves climbing mountains and exploring the great outdoors, is married to Charlotte and they have three kids, two fish, a snake and a dog.

Andy Hawthorne OBE

Evangelist, author, founder and Global CEO of The Message Trust, Andy Hawthorne OBE is a world-renowned speaker, who has a wealth of learning from over 30 years of mission, going into deprived communities, prisons, schools and across the global. As Global CEO, Andy heads up six international hubs across South Africa, Germany, Canada, Brazil, the Netherlands and Uganda, all with the same vision as the UK hub: that local mission changes the world.

Anthony Delaney

Anthony is a former police officer who now leads Ivy Church, a thriving church, planting various innovative expressions in Manchester, UK. He is thefounder of LAUNCH - comprising LAUNCH Catalyst conferences and LAUNCHCommunitas leadership collective, helping thousands of leaders multiplydisciples and churches.

Anthony hosts the LAUNCH Podcast and partners with global networks including Living on the Edge. A dynamic speaker and author of The Man You Were Made to Be and The BEST Marriage, Anthony is passionate about helping people discover their identity in Christ and their purpose in His mission.

Dr Chloe Swart

Chloe is the National Director of Alpha UK. She also leads in her local Church Cornerstone in Swansea and has completed a PhD in theology studying healing miracles in Wales. Chloe is the chair of the Wales advisory group for the Evangelical Alliance. Chloe is married to Russo, a South African who has moved to Swansea to complete his engineering PhD. They got married on the night of lockdown with 2 witnesses and dad marrying them!

Jo Soper

Jo left London to plant Exeter Network Church with her husband Jon and young son back in 2004, planting other churches locally shaped around mission, Scripture and living a life fuelled by the Spirit. Last year they handed over the leadership of the church, and  since then they have travelled around Brazil, and supported churches here and abroad. They love to empower people in the life of the Spirit, activating them into the gifts through Scripture and practice. 

Jo studied theology in Oxford and London, taught at Westminster Theological Centre, and lived in community as part of St Stephen’s Society founded by Jackie Pullinger. She and Jon now work for the diocese in Nottingham. On a day off, Jo loves open water swimming and sunshine.

Joshua Komolafe

Joshua is the CEO of Joloshko Ark Holdings; the parent company for multiple business initiatives. Since 2019, Joshua has led Kingdom Culture (KC), the thriving young adults' expression of Jubilee Church Manchester RCCG. Joshua’s main focus is helping youth, young adults & young professionals to; discover what they’re good at, operate from their best, and find fulfillment - through training and development, in the areas of: Leadership, Purpose, Public Speaking & Branding.

A pioneer of multiple projects & initiatives, Joshua is a communicator with over 15 years of public speaking experience and author of nine books/resources. He’s also an executive producer, singer/songwriter, and musician.

Julian Richards

Julian is the National Leader of New Wine Cymru/Wales. NWC is a Church leadership network prioritising leadership, Church, and mission. It connects hundreds of leaders and teams from nearly every expression of church in Wales. In 1991, Julian and his wife Sarah founded Cornerstone Church with five other young people in one of the most deprived areas of the city. Today, it is a thriving church known across Wales for its community work, regular conversions, and many physical healings.

Formerly Julian has served on the UK and European board of the Evangelical Alliance, and the National leadership team of the Pioneer Churches UK Network. His passion is to see church leaders equipped and developed, local churches thriving and missionally effective.

WIlliam Vanderbloemen

William is the founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, is a renowned speaker, author and expert on leadership, workplace culture and staffing issues. When William combined his ministry experience as a Senior Pastor with the best practices of executive search, he created a brand new industry: executive search for faith-based organisations. A firm believer in data, William has discovered trends and traits common to the best leaders through more than 3,000 executive searches and 30,000 interviews.

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LOCATION
The Message Trust, Harper Road, Sharston, Manchester, M22 4RG
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Timings

9am - 5pm on 12th and 13th November.

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Travel

Limited free parking available on site - we advise car pooling.

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Registration

9am for a 9:30am start. Bring your booking confirmation and we’ll give you a lanyard to wear whilst on-site.

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Food and Drinks

Free refreshments in coffee breaks. Food available at local eateries.

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Hotels

Premier Inn Didsbury. Travelodge Parrs Wood.

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Ticket Cost

Thanks to our incredible partners, we’re able to keep the cost to you low this year - but the quality is incredibly high!

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FAQ’s

Are the venues accessible?

Yes, much of LAUNCH is located on the ground floor and there are lifts available to access upstairs if needed.

Can I bring my children?

LAUNCH is not suitable for children and there is no childcare available. Babes in arms are of course welcome and changing/feeding spaces are available on site.

Can I get a refund?

Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable to a team member/friend.

Why is there a camera?

Photography and filming will be taking place throughout LAUNCH for our social media and future event promotion.