The Difference Makers
A 3 1/2-Hour Christian Retreat
for Everyday Leaders
of all Denominations
Organizer and Co-Facilitator:
Tom Mohr
Author, "Letters to Rising Leaders"
CEO Coach
Singer / Songwriter
November 8, 2025
2:00 - 5:30 pm
Plymouth Theatre
2705 Annapolis Ln N, Plymouth, MN
Faith Flowing Into Servanthood
Co-Facilitator:
Maureen Banavige
Executive Coach
Retired Major General,
United States Air Force Reserve
Co-Facilitator:
Kevin Meyer
Lead Pastor
Westgate Church
Plymouth, MN
Including
Nationally Acclaimed Vocalist and
Worship Leader
Lanell Lightfoot
and the Jeff Perry Band
Featured Speakers and Musicians
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Tom Mohr
Organizer and Co-Facilitator
Co-Facilitator
Tom Mohr is the author of "Letters to Rising Leaders", a call for Christian leaders to move past the divisions that have defined us and come together in servanthood to love and heal the world. As a singer / songwriter, Mohr has released over 50 Christian songs. He is also a CEO coach, and has written five books on business and leadership.
Maureen Banavige
Co-Facilitator
Maureen Banavige recently retired from the Air Force after 32 years of service. Retiring as a Major General, her service took her around the world and in various leadership positions in logistics and aircraft maintenance. She is passionate about leadership development and her work leading the Department of the Air Force's Mental Health, Wellness and Resilience Steering Group. She and her husband have raised 4 children, and enjoy behind the scenes ways to give back.
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Co-Facilitator
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Co-Facilitator
Kevin Meyer
Co-Facilitator
Kevin Meyer is the Lead Pastor of Westgate Church in Plymouth, MN, bringing over 42 years of experience in pastoral ministry and executive leadership. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Wheaton College and both a Master's of Divinity and a Doctorate of Ministry from Trinity International University.
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Lanell Lightfoot
Featured Vocalist and Worship Leader
Lanell began performing music at the age of four. Since then she has risen to national prominence, having sung in front of US Presidents and the Queen of England. She's sung the national anthem at NFL and WNBA playoff games and other major events. She is also Worship Leader at Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis.
Featured Vocalist / Worship Leader
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Music Director
Jeff Perry
Music Director and Band Leader
Jeff Perry is an accomplished Berklee College of Music-trained musician, performing his unique style of music to great acclaim. He also is featured in the band at Sanctuary Covenant Church, Epiphany Covenant Church and St. Andrew's Lutheran Church.
Agenda
November 8, 2025
Who is God?
Scripture, talk, audience interaction, a personal witness, music, poetry
Who am I?
Scripture, talk, a personal witness, music, poetry, small group breakout, quiet reflective exercise
Where's the Need?
Scripture, talk, callout to difference makers in our midst, a personal witness, music, poetry
What's My Call?
Scripture, music, poetry, talk, a personal witness, small group breakout
The Venue
Plymouth Playhouse
2705 Annapolis Ln N,
Plymouth, MN
(Intersection of Hwy 55 & Hwy 494)
The Plymouth Playhouse is an intimate theatre with a seating capacity of 210. The seating is tiered, ensuring clear sightlines from all seats, with the furthest being only about 25 feet from the stage. Each seat is designed for comfort, offering generous legroom.