Speaking
Reach Youth Global Co-Founder and CEO Sal Sberna is a dynamic, passionate and empowering speaker who will challenge and motivate your organization or ministry to think bigger, broader and bolder.
About Sal
Sal Sberna served as the lead pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Church in Houston, Texas from 1995 until 2015, when he retired from preaching in order to serve as president of Reach Youth Global full-time. It was at The MET that Sal planted the seed for Reach Youth Global by establishing missions partnerships around the world, which have since grown and evolved into an established nonprofit organization. Sal has a BA in biblical studies, a master’s in ministry and an MBA in nonprofit management, and he is most passionate about serving the under-resourced and those who have not heard the Gospel around the world.
Speaking Topics
- Sustainable Development from the Inside Out: Why resourcing local organizations is a more effective form of community development
- Breaking Generational Poverty: Investing in communities by investing in the future
- The Gospel and Justice Connection: How both evangelism and humanitarian aid, working together, are critical for true community change
- Issues Facing the Church Today: Challenging the Traditional Missions Model
Testimonials
“In all the years I've known him, Sal’s preaching has always been amazing and just keeps getting better. Have him to your place to speak. You won't regret it!”
William Vanderbloemen Founder and President of Vanderbloemen Search Group
“Pastor Sal is a man of God that can passionately communicate, motivate, and challenge pastors to unreservedly pursue completing the Great Commission. He is a visionary for world missions and for sharing the Gospel even unto the very least and to the most needy of people. We are extremely blessed to be a part of his life and ministry. Pastor Sal will always enjoy an open door into Mexico, Latin America and unto every nation to which God gives us access.”
Jose Quiroz Mejia President of Alfa Y Omega Foundation of Mexico and Founder of Christian Centers of The King in Mexico
“I have known and worked closely with Sal Sberna for many years. He is an exceptional leader and a great communicator. I have observed him preaching, teaching and leading in many different settings. He is superb! I would highly recommend him to you and your ministry.”
Pastor Michael Miller First Baptist Church, Dickson, Tenn.
“I have known Pastor Sal for over 20 years. He has a deep love and heart for the Lord with the greatest of integrity. He is a dynamic communicator and leader that seeks to transform the lives of others through God’s Word.”
Bruce Frank Lead Pastor, Biltmore Baptist Church
“In my 30-some odd years in the ministry, I have been supported by and partnered with many good men in the service of the King. Sal Sberna is one of those men. He is a man of vision, character and action. He knows how to get it done. He is a leader of leaders.”
Charlie Ross MorningStar
“I know Sal Sberna as a colleague on the board of TWR, the international media mission. His passion for reaching unbelievers is contagious. His common sense is convicting. And his humor eases tensions. His heart belongs Jesus.”
Joachim Loh Entrepreneur, Germany