Seminars Speakers
Aaron Sikhosana
Aaron Sikhosana holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology and a Doctorate in Counselling and Psychotherapy. He serves as a bi-vocational pastor with the BC Conference and works in private practice supporting individuals and families. With over 15 years of experience in counselling and community care, Aaron is passionate about helping people grow in emotional health, faith, and relationships.
Abraham Samudio
Pastor Abraham currently serves as the Discipleship & Evangelism Pastor at Church in the Valley in Langley, BC, Canada. He loves history and all things nerdy, as well as good food, working out, and spending time outdoors birding. Abraham is a certified Prepare & Enrich Trainer and holds certifications in Levels 1 and 2 of Gottman Couples Counselling Methods. He and his wife, Alyssa, have a passion for Young Adult ministries and love to create social and spiritual environments for people to connect together and encounter a loving Jesus.
Donn Leiske
Donn Leiske is an international seminar presenter on the subjects of country living and preparedness for future troubled times. As a lifelong educator, Donn and his family have been practicing the country living lifestyle for most of their lives, attempting to avoid the dangers of the large urban centers and enjoy the beauty and solitude of nature while being self-sustaining. Donn is an author of the books “Sustainable Country Living”, “Spiritual Preparation for the Time of Trouble”, and “When Will These Things Be?”. Leiske has produced over 500 videos on the “Preparing for the Time of Trouble” YouTube channel, hosts the website www.preparingforthetimeoftrouble.com and emails the End Time Updates.
Eddie Ramirez
Eddie Ramirez, MD (@EddieRDMD), is a medical doctor, research scientist, published author, and international speaker. He honed his outreach skills under the mentorship of Louis Torres and has
cultivated a global presence through affiliations with esteemed institutions such as Weimar University, Charles Drew University, and Sahmyook SDA University in South Korea. Dr. Ramirez’s primary research focus explores the transformative potential of nutrition and lifestyle in preventing and reversing physical and mental diseases, a pursuit he has advanced in collaboration with Dr. Neil Nedley for 20 years. This work has yielded over 168 scientific publications, which he has shared in person across 104 countries.
His contributions have garnered attention from prominent media outlets, including 3ABN, Hope TV, NBC’s Texoma, Telemundo—the leading Spanish-language television network in the United States—and Icelandic National Television. He is the author of the bestselling book Pandemic Busters, Blueprint for Revival and a co-author of the third and fourth editions of the Textbook of Lifestyle Medicine, alongside luminaries from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Additionally, he is a contributor of the book Rethink Food with lifestyle medicine experts such as Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Michael Greger, Dr. Hans Diehl, and Dr. Joel Fuhrman. Passionate about disseminating a message of hope and healing, Dr. Ramirez continues to inspire audiences worldwide.
Samuel Pagán
Dr. Samuel Pagán is an assistant professor in the Religious Studies department at Burman University. He served in pastoral ministry for two decades. He also served as an adjunct professor at both the Inter-American Adventist Theological Seminary and the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary. In addition to his academic work, he has conducted numerous church seminars on Adventist theological and historical developments. Beyond his professional commitments, Samuel enjoys biking, singing, taking long walks with his wife, Carmen, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Sania Dookie
Dr. Sania Dookie, founder of Grow and Glow Ministry, has been supporting women of faith to reconnect with their God-given purpose, strengthen their spiritual connection with God and to live well, mentally, and emotionally.
In answering the call to support women of faith globally, Dr. Sania also serves as a Purpose discovery & Empowerment Coach, through 1:1 or group mentorship/coaching support.
She is the creator of the Total Woman Inner Circle program for women; a space for those who are ready to build their self-confidence, deepen their relationship with God and use tools and strategies to live well. She is on a mission to help women to recognize their worth in Christ and for them to be activated into His calling for them. She helps women to Grow and Glow.
Dr. Dookie is a native of Jamaica, and lives in Calgary, Alberta with her husband and two beautiful children. She can be found regularly conducting seminars or workshop on how to live an abundant life in Christ through the way we live, including, restoring marriage and family life God’s way, gaining mental and emotional healing using God’s design and walking into the purpose God had given, unapologetically.
Dr. Sania is a trained doctor in Clinical Psychology and has been a mental health Therapist for over a decade. She currently practices out of her local practice in NW Calgary with her husband.