BRAVE 2026 Speakers
Maria Durso
Pastor at Saints Church, NY
Katy Kazadi
Speaker & Author
Jessica Aquino
Executive Pastor at Saints Church, NY
Jeannette Willis
Pastor, Cornerstone Church, CT
Maria’s life is a testimony to God’s power to make all things new. An author, Bible teacher, and longtime leader in prayer and women’s ministry, she draws on her experience of loss, abuse, and addiction to speak with compassion and point others to hope in Christ.
Katy Kazadi has been in ministry since she was 18, sharing the Word across the country and around the world. A writer and artist with a gift for bringing Scripture to life, Katy speaks with biblical conviction and a heart to draw people closer to Jesus.
Jessica is a pastor, executive coach, founder of BLDG 365, and host of the podcast Pull Up a Seat with Jess. Drawing on her own journey of transformation, she speaks with grace to women navigating change and encourages them to step into their God-given purpose.
Jeannette serves in pastoral and discipleship ministry at Cornerstone Church, where she and her husband, Chris, have led for more than a decade. A speaker and writer, she brings years of ministry experience to our BRAVE panel and a heart for helping people grow in their faith.