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Josh serves as the Director of the FaithSpark App; a free discipleship app for youth workers. He is constantly looking for new ways to help youth workers thrive in digital spaces. < Back Josh Woodcock Josh serves as the Director of the FaithSpark App; a free discipleship app for youth workers. He is constantly looking for new ways to help youth workers thrive in digital spaces. Faith and Phones: Developing a Theology of Technology for Ministry 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Read More

< Back Brett McCoy Brett McCoy is the Associate Pastor at Taber Evangelical Free Church where he has served for the past 15 years. He oversees the discipleship ministry teams of TEFC and is deeply committed to “equipping the saints for the work of the ministry”. Brett is passionate about helping youth workers win! For them to be spiritual, emotional and physically healthy, and for them to develop and grow in the character and habits for the long-term sustainability of their ministry. Loneliness in Ministry Read More

To maximize the eternal impact that happens in the lives of youth in our ministries has a direct correlation to the quality of our volunteer ministry team. This session will focus on how to practically recruit, build and sustain a thriving volunteer youth ministry team that can become a "kingdom dream team" in reaching, discipling and empowering youth in their faith with Jesus. < Back Building a Kingdom Dream Team 2:45pm | Breakout 03 3013 SESSION SPEAKER Matt Wilkinson Learn More To maximize the eternal impact that happens in the lives of youth in our ministries has a direct correlation to the quality of our volunteer ministry team. This session will focus on how to practically recruit, build and sustain a thriving volunteer youth ministry team that can become a "kingdom dream team" in reaching, discipling and empowering youth in their faith with Jesus.

Dr. Ken’s 35 years of student ministry in the US and Canada have made him more convinced than ever that Jesus is amazing and is changing lives. From the Award-winning Jesus-Centered Bible to books like Grow Down and the Bible Trivia Devotional, Ken wants to resource students, youth workers, and parents in their walk with Jesus. Ken recently launched the Make a Difference Youth Bible (NLT), a get-off-the-couch-and-do-something-with-your-faith sort of Bible. < Back Ken Castor Dr. Ken’s 35 years of student ministry in the US and Canada have made him more convinced than ever that Jesus is amazing and is changing lives. From the Award-winning Jesus-Centered Bible to books like Grow Down and the Bible Trivia Devotional, Ken wants to resource students, youth workers, and parents in their walk with Jesus. Ken recently launched the Make a Difference Youth Bible (NLT), a get-off-the-couch-and-do-something-with-your-faith sort of Bible. How to Lead a Better Small Group 10:45am | Breakout 01 Read More

Matt Wilkinson is the Director of Next Generation Ministries for the Canadian Baptists of Ontario & Quebec and Executive Director of Camp Kwasind. He is a strategic and visionary leader with a committed passion for the local church to effectively engage the next generation with the person and message of Jesus Christ. Matt contributes to the world of youth and camp ministry at both the local and national level, is the author of Youth Ministry: Now & Not Yet, and has taught youth ministry courses at Tyndale University. < Back Matt Wilkinson Matt Wilkinson is the Director of Next Generation Ministries for the Canadian Baptists of Ontario & Quebec and Executive Director of Camp Kwasind. He is a strategic and visionary leader with a committed passion for the local church to effectively engage the next generation with the person and message of Jesus Christ. Matt contributes to the world of youth and camp ministry at both the local and national level, is the author of Youth Ministry: Now & Not Yet, and has taught youth ministry courses at Tyndale University. Building a Kingdom Dream Team 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Read More

In a world that emphasizes self-love and living one’s truth, how can we effectively disciple young people to remain faithful to Jesus and embrace self-denial? Amidst the pervasive messaging of self-exaltation, the call to discipleship must be clear, integrated, and most importantly, rooted in Scripture. This session will equip you to lead in biblical discipleship, address the topics of identity and gender with compassion and truth, and guide youth towards a life shaped after Jesus’ example. < Back Discipleship in a Culture of Self 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Attic SESSION SPEAKER Bryan Pue Learn More In a world that emphasizes self-love and living one’s truth, how can we effectively disciple young people to remain faithful to Jesus and embrace self-denial? Amidst the pervasive messaging of self-exaltation, the call to discipleship must be clear, integrated, and most importantly, rooted in Scripture. This session will equip you to lead in biblical discipleship, address the topics of identity and gender with compassion and truth, and guide youth towards a life shaped after Jesus’ example.

As the Ministry Coordinator for Search for Jesus Canada, Nadia Henderson loves seeing God work through everyday conversations online. She’s passionate about encouraging others in ministry and creating spaces where people feel seen and valued. When she’s not serving, you’ll probably find her scouting for an excellent cup of coffee or on an adventure with friends. < Back Nadia Henderson As the Ministry Coordinator for Search for Jesus Canada, Nadia Henderson loves seeing God work through everyday conversations online. She’s passionate about encouraging others in ministry and creating spaces where people feel seen and valued. When she’s not serving, you’ll probably find her scouting for an excellent cup of coffee or on an adventure with friends. Sharing Jesus in the Digital space: Equipping leaders to see the internet as a powerful tool for connection. 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Read More

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Small groups can be a catalyst for inspirational fellowship and growth… or they can be draining spawns of destruction. Which kind is yours? This workshop will offer 4 tips on improving small group dynamics. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools How to Lead a Better Small Group 10:45am | Breakout 01 Multipurpose 011C SESSION SPEAKER Ken Castor Learn More Small groups can be a catalyst for inspirational fellowship and growth… or they can be draining spawns of destruction. Which kind is yours? This workshop will offer 4 tips on improving small group dynamics. Apply Now

< Back Built for the Long Haul SESSION SPEAKER Ben Jepsen Learn More Exploring the connection between physical health, spiritual health, and sustainable pastoral ministry As youth workers, we often give needed attention to our spiritual and relational health, yet our physical health can easily be neglected in the process. But what if caring for our bodies is not separate from ministry health, but part of how God sustains us for the work he has called us to do? In this session, we will explore a healthy theology of physical fitness and how physical health can strengthen our spiritual lives, emotional resilience, and long-term ministry endurance.

Known as one of the friendliest people in the Christian event industry, Mike is also one of the most booked Christian speakers in North America, with over 3,250 speaking engagements and counting. An ordained pastor with eight years of post-secondary education, Mike has teamed up with renowned speakers like Nick Vujicic, Francis Chan and Bob Goff, shared the stage with bands like Tobymac, Skillet, and For King & Country, and spoken in cities including Jerusalem, Dubai, London and many more. < Back Mike Gordon Known as one of the friendliest people in the Christian event industry, Mike is also one of the most booked Christian speakers in North America, with over 3,250 speaking engagements and counting. An ordained pastor with eight years of post-secondary education, Mike has teamed up with renowned speakers like Nick Vujicic, Francis Chan and Bob Goff, shared the stage with bands like Tobymac, Skillet, and For King & Country, and spoken in cities including Jerusalem, Dubai, London and many more. Bridging the Gap: From Youth Group to Thriving Young Adult Ministry 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Read More

Technology is advancing faster than ever. This can feel both exciting and overwhelming. So how do we approach new technology without losing our focus on Christ? This session gives you a practical framework for discerning the ‘why’ behind technology in ministry. We'll look at when it can help and when it can hurt. You’ll leave equipped to integrate tech wisely and to help students navigate their digital world with biblical wisdom and confidence. < Back Track 2 | Youth Culture Faith and Phones: Developing a Theology of Technology for Ministry 10:45am | Breakout 01 Chapel SESSION SPEAKER Josh Woodcock Learn More Technology is advancing faster than ever. This can feel both exciting and overwhelming. So how do we approach new technology without losing our focus on Christ? This session gives you a practical framework for discerning the ‘why’ behind technology in ministry. We'll look at when it can help and when it can hurt. You’ll leave equipped to integrate tech wisely and to help students navigate their digital world with biblical wisdom and confidence. Apply Now