2025 | Ezra Youth Seminary

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Meet The Speakers

Minister Jessica Anderson

Youth Leader, Higher Ground

Jessica Anderson is a trainer, facilitator, and minister who views learning as a revolutionary practice. In ministry, she is in her tenth year as the Higher Ground youth leader at Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA.

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Elizabeth Cook, PhD

Licensed Psychologist

Elizabeth Cook, PhD, is a licensed psychologist who has spent eight years as a therapist and the past six years in particular working with college & graduate students, as well as postdoctoral fellows.

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Anthony King

CEO, The Student Stakeholder

Anthony King is an accomplished educational leader with over a decade of experience infostering academic excellence and developing transformative school cultures.

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Hear From Our Speakers

Minister Jessica Anderson

“Go Through It to Grow Through It” :

Job’s Feelings

Minister Jessica Anderson shared a powerful message at this year’s conference of Job and his resilience through his trials.

Elizabeth Cook, PhD

“Don’t Fold, Be Bold” : Esther’s Bravery

Elizabeth Cook, PhD, helped us understand the story of Esther and the importance of having a courageous heart.

Anthony King

“He’s Him!” : Jesus and Ultimate Leadership

Anthony King reminded us that we are all called for a special order and can all be leaders. As leaders we must strive for wholeness, not perfection, when we lead.