APPLY NOW FOR THE 2027 INSURGENCE EXPERIENCE (IXP) MASTERMIND
You Carry What Almost No One Else Understands
Lead pastors, assistant pastors, youth leaders, teachers, church planters and missionaries: you’re carrying more than you can say out loud.
The Insurgence Experience is a small, highly-acclaimed mastermind for gifted people in ministry who are tired of performing, hungry for a deeper experience of Christ, and ready to rethink ministry with a handful of peers who “get it.”
Benefits
- A powerful and unique experience of Christ you’ll never forget and that you can continue in your life year after year.
- Real spiritual renewal for you, not another set of church growth tactics.
- Honest, off‑stage conversations with seasoned leaders about what’s actually working and what isn’t.
- A deep dive into the explosive gospel of the kingdom and how it reshapes preaching, leadership, and church life.
- Learning from a seasoned veteran in spiritual life and ministry.
- Powerful connections with high-level leaders who do what you do.
- Discovering the secret of high-voltage spiritual impact in ministry.
If you’re in a demanding season, feeling the weight of your ministry on your back, and you know you need more than just another conference or podcast, this mastermind was designed for you.
The IXP Mastermind isn’t a conference. It’s not a cohort. It’s not a course. It’s a high-level mastermind designed specifically for kingdom leaders who are ready to level up. Read on for details and be sure to apply (at the bottom).
Why Most Ministry Development Falls Short (And Why This Mastermind Doesn’t)
The leaders who’ve experienced the IXP mastermind report that it surpasses traditional cohorts in five critical ways:
- Cost-effective: Less expensive than typical cohorts
- Spiritually robust: Goes far beyond intellectual exercises
- Life-changing: Unlike cohorts, participants consistently report transformed lives
- Heart-focused: While cohorts emphasize education, the IXP prioritizes spiritual encounter
- Relationship-building: Creates genuine, lasting brotherhood among leaders
The goal isn’t just better preaching—it’s a powerful encounter with Jesus Christ, lifelong friendships with other leaders, and uncommon tools to reveal the Lord creatively in your ministry.
About Your Guide: Frank Viola
Frank brings four decades of real-world ministry experience—church planting, shepherding, conference speaking, and navigating the complex realities of church life that every leader faces daily.
He is the bestselling author of 15+ books — published by Tyndale, Thomas Nelson, Baker, and David C. Cook. (The images feature some of them.)
Frank’s work has been endorsed by many influential ministry leaders, including Ed Stetzer, Matt Chandler, Mark Batterson, Leonard Sweet, Jack Hayford, Francis Frangipane, Michael Heiser, Lysa TerKeurst, Mary DeMuth, Greg Boyd, Craig Keener, Darrell Bock, Joel B. Green, Michael Licona, Mark Strauss, Richard Horsley, David deSilva, Constantine Campbell, Paul Barnett, Clinton Arnold, Eckhard Schnabel, Jeffrey A. D. Weima, Ed Young, Sheila Walsh, Jon Acuff, Brant Hansen, Pete Wilson, Alan Hirsch, Derwin Gray, Myles Monroe, and many others. (You can view all of his work along with many of these endorsements HERE.)
But credentials aside, Frank understands the unique challenges you’re facing right now in your ministry journey, having experienced many himself.
Why We Believe This Mastermind is Right for You
The IXP Mastermind is Designed For Those Who:
- Regularly preach and/or teach to a congregation or group of Christians
- Are a pastor, traveling teacher, missionary, church planter, chaplain, or seminary/Bible college professor
The Deep Longing
- You desire greater impact and spiritual power in your ministry
- Even after “successful” ministry days, you think: “There has got to be more than this”
- You want to minister LIFE, not just information
- You’re hungry to know Jesus Christ more deeply—to be astonished by Him beyond where you are now
The Professional Struggle
- You want trench-tested insights that seminary doesn’t provide
- You’re tired of surface-level ministry strategies
- You need tools that actually work in the real world of church leadership
The Personal Battle
- You sometimes feel alone and crave trusted peers who understand your heart
- You struggle with feeling truly accepted, approved, and appreciated
- You battle the temptation to be a people-pleaser
- You want to connect with other leaders who are genuinely “all in” on following Christ
The Kingdom Vision
- You resonate with the explosive gospel of the kingdom (the Insurgence)
- You’re seeking to embody this gospel in more effective ways
- You want to be part of something that’s genuinely transformational
What Leaders Have Said About the IXP
“The Insurgence Experience Mastermind was one of the most intensive, spiritually life-altering programs I have ever been a part of. Frank Viola’s ministry to ministers is not only insightful, but empowering, leaving a transformational impact that will last a lifetime. I highly recommend being a part of this life changing collective.” — Jeremias Alicea, lead pastor
“There’s nothing quite like the Insurgence Experience Mastermind. From the very beginning, you’re constantly encountering fresh insights into Jesus. The connections I’ve made are invaluable, and the knowledge I’ve gained far surpasses the cost of attending. Frank’s anointing is incredibly authentic and impactful. I highly recommend this experience, especially for anyone leading the Lord’s people.” — Matthew Hammersky, lead pastor
“I highly recommend the IXP Mastermind with Frank Viola. Leave all expectations at home because you have never experienced anything like this. You will leave a changed person with a deeper, more “fired-up relationship” with Jesus. It’s a small intimate event with big impact.” — Ron Pagliarulo, teacher
“Like many Christian leaders, my schedule can feel overwhelming at times. Nevertheless, there are times when we need to step back, reflect, and refuel so we can return with a powerful refreshment. The IXP Mastermind with Frank Viola is one of those experiences worth clearing your schedule for. What a beautiful mixture of worship, teaching, camaraderie, and love.” — Steve Harnett, lead pastor
“In a world bombarded with conferences, workshops, cohorts and coaching experiences that focus primarily on methodology, trends, and skills, the Insurgence Experience Mastermind (IXP) is something completely different… It wasn’t about learning new information and getting a new set of tools. It was an experience of Jesus, being immersed into his life, his work, and his mission.” — Daniel Park, lead pastor
“The IXP has been a breath of fresh air to my spirit and calling, like fresh wine poured into new wineskins. I was able to catch a glimpse of Jesus Christ in a way that was so deep, I know I will never fully recover… My experience with IXP has been nothing short of a blessing beyond measure.” — Davie Hernandez, lead pastor
“I am preaching such a beautiful Christ now; my church is seeing Jesus for the first time all over again! I highly recommend the IXP Insurgence Experience!!! I’ll never be the same!” — Matthew Stevenson, lead pastor
“The Insurgence Experience will not only give you an epic, earth-shaking, life-altering view of our Lord but you’ll get to learn ‘how’ that vision of Him can become real in your life… You simply must jump into the IXP! For me and the others who participated, the experience was priceless!” — Jared Clark, teacher
“The Insurgence Experience has been a jolt of electricity to my faith. Frank told us that if we would commit ourselves fully to this experience (especially the in-person gathering) we would never recover. I don’t think that was an exaggeration. I’ll never be the same.” — Chris Magee, teacher
“I am so grateful to Frank for the fresh wind in my spirit and the friendships that we solidified! I’m thankful for the life we shared, for the fun and laughter and joy! Man, our time was so sweet, heaven come to earth truly.” — Jon Gibson, lead pastor
“The IXP mastermind not only refreshed me personally, spiritually, and vocationally, but it also gave me tools to take back to my regular life and ministry. It created the change and growth I desperately needed.” — Jared Fields, lead pastor
“I can’t put words to describe these past few days, I have never experienced God in this way before. I literally feel ‘born again.’ The whole time I felt like a ‘child’ being baptized in His unexplainable love over and over again. From the dinner conversations, group exercises, learning more about open-participatory meetings, jokes, and just being around the men. I have found a lifelong ‘Band of Brothers’ and I love them all deeply.” — Lovell Fleming, teacher
“My wife told me I came home happy for the first time in a long time.” — Matt Edwards, ministries director and teacher
“My thinking has been transformed more by 4 books of yours than the whole of my seminary studies. I am so grateful for this opportunity brother.”
~ Scott O.
“I started off listening to your Ephesians master class, listening to most messages 2-3 times. I am a seminary graduate (for whatever that is worth), and the Ephesians series is the best book of the Bible series I have ever read or listened to. There was much I had never heard before, and my mind, heart, and soul were brought “into the heavenlies” again and again. I am so thankful. I just finished the Galatians master class, and it was excellent as well.”
~ Brian S.
Another person recently told us:
“I’m still paying $40K on a Master of Theology student loan, and the knowledge I’ve gained through Viola’s books and messages is no comparison. Frank’s work is more valuable than what I received in seminary.”
WE HAVE TWO PROGRAMS:
A Premium Edition
A Connect Edition
The Insurgence Experience Premium Edition (IXP-P)
*Frank will meet with a small group of ministry leaders (less than 12). The in-person Mastermind will last 4 days. It will be held in Orlando, Florida.
*After everyone has registered, you will be added to a private (closed) Facebook group with the others in the group and decide on a date for the in-person gathering. (We’ve never had a problem with scheduling since there are so many options from which to choose.)
*During the in-person Mastermind, you’ll be given a signed copy of Frank’s breakthrough book 48 Laws of Spiritual Power along with some other gifts.
*After the Mastermind meeting is over, you will receive 30 exclusive premium audio trainings by Frank that he created specifically for the IXP Mastermind.
*In the private Facebook group, Frank and the other leaders will help one another as issues arise in their ministries. It will also be a platform where you can discuss the audio trainings and ask Frank and the other leaders questions.
All the above will involve high-level mentoring from Frank on ministry and knowing Christ more deeply as well as connection and learning from the others in the Mastermind.
WATCH THIS VIDEO WITH TESTIMONIALS
The Insurgence Experience Connect Edition (IXP-C)
The IXP-C includes everything that the IXP-P includes except for a planned in-person meeting. The in-person meeting is optional for this edition. Here’s what it includes:
*You’ll be added to a private Facebook group where Frank and the other leaders will help one another as issues in ministry arise.
*You will receive 30 exclusive premium audio trainings by Frank that he created for the leaders who are part of the IXP Mastermind. Discussions on the content as well as Q & A will take place in the Facebook group as your time permits. Frank will be involved and accessible.
*The details on an optional in-person meeting will be shared on the registration page (after you apply and registration opens).
So either way, with the IXP-C or the IXP-P, you will receive high-level training on ministry and leadership in a group setting, and learn from all the other leaders in the Mastermind.
In order to be invited to register to the next IXP Mastermind, you must apply below (it only takes two minutes)
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