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Josh Thompson serves as the Director of Operations and Development for The Pastorate, where he is passionate about strengthening pastors for faithful ministry across Canada. He has previously served as a young adults pastor in Edmonton and in the Greater Toronto Area. Josh and his wife, Jenaye, live in Edmonton with their two sons, Elliot and Miles, and have been part of Beulah Alliance Church for over 25 years, where he currently serves as an elder. < Back Josh Thompson Josh Thompson serves as the Director of Operations and Development for The Pastorate, where he is passionate about strengthening pastors for faithful ministry across Canada. He has previously served as a young adults pastor in Edmonton and in the Greater Toronto Area. Josh and his wife, Jenaye, live in Edmonton with their two sons, Elliot and Miles, and have been part of Beulah Alliance Church for over 25 years, where he currently serves as an elder. Living with the End in Mind: A Eulogy Exercise 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Read More

Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. < Back Steve Zacharias Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. Becoming a Catalyst for Courage 2:30pm | Breakout 02 Read More

This conversation is critical when you realize how pervasive and how destructive pornography is within your youth ministry. Teenagers' brains are being rewired, their understanding of intimacy is being hijacked, and their time is being filled by this powerful addiction. Unfortunately, the shame that porn brings often diminishes the ability to have honest conversations so that teenagers can find hope and healing. This session will walk through the importance of talking about pornography as well as practical and healthy ways to do so in your local context so your students can find hope and healing. < Back Track 2 | Youth Culture The Problem of Pornography 2:45pm | Breakout 03 3002 SESSION SPEAKER Sarah Stanley Learn More This conversation is critical when you realize how pervasive and how destructive pornography is within your youth ministry. Teenagers' brains are being rewired, their understanding of intimacy is being hijacked, and their time is being filled by this powerful addiction. Unfortunately, the shame that porn brings often diminishes the ability to have honest conversations so that teenagers can find hope and healing. This session will walk through the importance of talking about pornography as well as practical and healthy ways to do so in your local context so your students can find hope and healing. Apply Now

Ralph Alvaro is passionate about equipping the church to thrive in the digital age through creative content and intentional social media strategies. With a background in marketing and ministry, he loves helping church ministries use online platforms to share the gospel and build meaningful connections. His heart is to see the next generation engaged, inspired, and empowered through authentic digital storytelling. < Back Ralph Alvaro Ralph Alvaro is passionate about equipping the church to thrive in the digital age through creative content and intentional social media strategies. With a background in marketing and ministry, he loves helping church ministries use online platforms to share the gospel and build meaningful connections. His heart is to see the next generation engaged, inspired, and empowered through authentic digital storytelling. Scroll-Stopping Faith: Engaging the Next Gen Online 10:45am | Breakout 01 Read More

In this seminar we talk about 7 tasks you need to perform in order to build a healthy and effective team. You will receive a tool to help you assess your team in each of these areas, and ways to activate each task. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools 7 Tasks for Building a Great Youth Ministry Team 2:30pm | Breakout 02 YK Room SESSION SPEAKER Sid Koop Learn More In this seminar we talk about 7 tasks you need to perform in order to build a healthy and effective team. You will receive a tool to help you assess your team in each of these areas, and ways to activate each task. Apply Now

This workshop will explore how we can participate in spiritual disciplines in more active and interactive ways. There are many ways of connecting with God and yet we tend to focus on either worship through singing, studying scripture, or doing prayer in solitude and silence. However, the Bible reveals many stories of how God actually can connect with people who aren’t necessarily sitting still in silence. The gospels share stories of how Jesus shows up to be with his followers on journeys whether on foot, in a boat, or at the beach around a fire. Together we will explore different exercises of connecting with God that hopefully will inspire you to pursue Him more deeply and in more dynamic ways! < Back Spiritual Exercises For People Who Can't Sit Still 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Chapel SESSION SPEAKER Garth Friesen Learn More This workshop will explore how we can participate in spiritual disciplines in more active and interactive ways. There are many ways of connecting with God and yet we tend to focus on either worship through singing, studying scripture, or doing prayer in solitude and silence. However, the Bible reveals many stories of how God actually can connect with people who aren’t necessarily sitting still in silence. The gospels share stories of how Jesus shows up to be with his followers on journeys whether on foot, in a boat, or at the beach around a fire. Together we will explore different exercises of connecting with God that hopefully will inspire you to pursue Him more deeply and in more dynamic ways!

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. God in the Digital Space 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Read More

Co-vocational youth ministry means you’ve got two job titles and one big calling—serving your church while also working in another vocation. It’s not just a way to pay the bills, it’s a way to live out faith in both the church and the wider world. This seminar gets real about the juggle: how to balance two vocations, set boundaries that stick, and even use your “other job” as a surprising asset in ministry with students and families. Walk away with tools and encouragement about the holy chaos of this dual calling. < Back Thriving in Co-Vocational Youth Ministry 10:45am | Breakout 01 3012 SESSION SPEAKER Ginny Olson Learn More Co-vocational youth ministry means you’ve got two job titles and one big calling—serving your church while also working in another vocation. It’s not just a way to pay the bills, it’s a way to live out faith in both the church and the wider world. This seminar gets real about the juggle: how to balance two vocations, set boundaries that stick, and even use your “other job” as a surprising asset in ministry with students and families. Walk away with tools and encouragement about the holy chaos of this dual calling.

From camp speaker to local youth pastor to youth ministry professor, Sid draws from over 25 years of youth ministry experience. He is the Executive Director of the Youth Worker Community where he and his team are dedicated to equipping, empowering, and relationally supporting youth workers to help the next generation follow Jesus. But he wants to be clear that one of his "most important" responsibilities is working for his wife at Green Bay Bible Camp as the Director of Leadership Development and Discipleship. < Back Sid Koop From camp speaker to local youth pastor to youth ministry professor, Sid draws from over 25 years of youth ministry experience. He is the Executive Director of the Youth Worker Community where he and his team are dedicated to equipping, empowering, and relationally supporting youth workers to help the next generation follow Jesus. But he wants to be clear that one of his "most important" responsibilities is working for his wife at Green Bay Bible Camp as the Director of Leadership Development and Discipleship. How to Lead a Bible Study 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Read More

In this breakout, youth workers will learn practical ways to help students grow in their faith through intentional rhythms to engage with spiritual disciplines. The session blends teaching, discussion, and resources so leaders walk away with tools they can implement immediately in their small groups. < Back How to Help Your Students Practice Spiritual Disciplines More Regularly 2:45pm | Breakout 03 Chapel SESSION SPEAKER Christine Kliewer Learn More In this breakout, youth workers will learn practical ways to help students grow in their faith through intentional rhythms to engage with spiritual disciplines. The session blends teaching, discussion, and resources so leaders walk away with tools they can implement immediately in their small groups.

Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. < Back Steve Zacharias Steve’s passion is to be an encourager and catalyst for emerging leaders. His ministry adventure has spanned over a couple decades and has taken him around the globe, supporting leaders in camp and youth ministry on four continents. The teams he’s served with have pioneered dynamic ministries that reach hundreds of thousands every week. He deeply loves connecting with Jesus, people, and good pizza. The Feels Are Strong With This One: Walking With Teens in Emotional Development 1:15pm | Breakout 02 Read More

In a world where every scroll competes for attention, the church has a powerful opportunity to share the gospel through creative digital storytelling. This session unpacks strategies for crafting intentional, engaging content that connects with Gen Z and Gen Alpha. We’ll explore idea generation, practical tools, and how to build and inspire teams to carry the vision forward. You’ll leave with fresh approaches to strengthen your ministry’s online presence and make it impactful and authentic. < Back Track 3 | Ministry Tools Scroll-Stopping Faith: Engaging the Next Gen Online 10:45am | Breakout 01 3002 SESSION SPEAKER Ralph Alvaro Learn More In a world where every scroll competes for attention, the church has a powerful opportunity to share the gospel through creative digital storytelling. This session unpacks strategies for crafting intentional, engaging content that connects with Gen Z and Gen Alpha. We’ll explore idea generation, practical tools, and how to build and inspire teams to carry the vision forward. You’ll leave with fresh approaches to strengthen your ministry’s online presence and make it impactful and authentic. Apply Now