The Turnaround is a united movement of Pastors and Leaders of Faith springing forth out of Oklahoma, calling on the nation to return to God through prayer, rededication, and faithful action. In this critical hour, we stand together to rebuild America’s spiritual foundation and reclaim our national identity as One Nation Under God. Again.
ONE NATION UNDER GOD. AGAIN.
ABOUT THE TURNAROUND
OUR VISION & MISSION
A nation that remembers where its freedom comes from, turns to God in prayer, cherishes the sacred value of every human life, understands the responsibilities of liberty, and faithfully passes these truths from generation to generation will stand as one nation under God. We envision America's 250th anniversary not simply as a celebration of our past, but as a defining moment of rededication for our future.
The Turnaround exists to call We the People to humble ourselves, pray, seek God, and turn according to 2 Chronicles 7:14. Following the example of Nehemiah, who prayerfully rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem in 52 days, we will build and fight by rededicating ourselves to the enduring principles expressed in the Declaration of Independence.
Through the Turnaround Declaration of 2026, 52 Days of Prayer, national gatherings, teaching, and generational action, we are calling Americans to cherish what has been entrusted to us, steward it faithfully, teach it to our children, and pass the torch forward.
Rebuild America, One Nation Under God, For Generations.
A CALL TO TURN A NATION BACK TO GOD.
The Turnaround began with a conviction in Oklahoma: lasting change begins when God's people humble themselves, pray, seek His face, and turn.
What began as a call to pastors and faith leaders has grown into a national invitation to We the People. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, The Turnaround is calling Americans across every state and generation to pray, remember, rededicate, rebuild, and pass the torch forward.
The Turnaround Declaration of 2026 gives that call a shared commitment: to seek God, steward the principles of faith and liberty entrusted to us, teach them to our children, and carry them forward for generations yet unborn.
UNITED IN PURPOSE
MEET OUR FIRST SIGNERS
Meet the pastors, leaders, and dedicated individuals helping lead The Turnaround. United by a shared faith and a heart for our nation, this team is committed to prayer, rededication, and faithful action. as we work together to rebuild America’s spiritual foundation and see our nation return to God.
Founder
Marla Hill
Founder of The Turnaround and author of the Turnaround Declaration of 2026, Marla Hill is leading a national call to prayer, rededication, and generational responsibility as America celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Co-Founder
Brian Hill
The Turnaround Co-Founder leading a call for National repentance to be One nation under God again. Owner of The Cedar Gate, and CEO of WORKS24
Pastor
Jim Brown
Jim Brown was hired October of 2024 as the Oklahoma State Director for LifeWise Academy. Brown engages communities across the state bringing Bible Education to Public School Students during school hours.
Author
Brian Alarid
President and CEO of World Prays & America Prays, Author of By Name: How to Pray and Share the Gospel, Prayer for All by Name movement.
Minister
Chad Christiansen
Executive Director and Founder of In the Gap, equipping and mobilizing believers to impact this next generation for Christ.
Leader
Sean Kouplen
Chairman and CEO of Regent Bank, former Secretary of Commerce of Oklahoma, founder and author of the 94x Faith at Work movement.
Radio Host
Jake Merrick
Former Oklahoma State Representative, Pastor, 96.9 Freedom FM Jake Merrick Show.
Thought Leader
Bob Linn
President of OCPAC: Oklahoma Constitutional Principals Affecting Culture.
Bridge Builder
Robert Greenlaw
Non-profit, business, and community leader.
Reverend
John Stitt
Former Pastor of Riverside Church of Norman, Speaker, entrepreneur, and active defender and protector of the children of Oklahoma.
Visionary Thought Leader
Jerry Angelo
Founder of Vanguard Marriage and Family Advocates, Marriage Minute, & The Prayer Initiative.
Author
Kate Angelo
Co-Founder of Vanguard Marriage and Family Advocates, bestselling and award-winning author.
Artist
Kyle Trudelle
World-class painter, and art creator behind The Turnaround.
Musician
Samuel Kahre
Oklahoma's cellist, and music creator behind The Turnaround.
Speaker and Pastor
John Bennett
A lifetime committed to service and calling to protect freedom. CI agent, freedom strategist, educator, speaker, and pastor.
Senator
David Bullard
Oklahoma Senator District 6, husband, father, Deacon and board member of Patriot Ministries.
Entrepreneur
Jon Echols
Successful entrepreneur and battle tested attorney, husband, father, was the Oklahoma House Majority Floor Leader for 8 years, as well as the current the Republican nominee to be Oklahoma's next Attorney General.
Business Owner
Kevin Walls
Husband to a wonderful wife for 18 years, Father of 6 beautiful children, Foster Family and Business Owner.