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Shawn Naylor is a dynamic speaker with a powerful testimony of redemption and purpose. After overcoming personal struggles with identity, brokenness, and destructive life choices, he experienced a transformative encounter with Christ that reshaped his life. Now a passionate advocate for youth, Shawn empowers young people to pursue their God-given destinies, balancing sacrifice and purpose with faith. As a global speaker, husband, and father, his story of grace and restoration continues to inspire audiences everywhere.
Abby Siler, a Nashville-based recording artist and songwriter originally from Southern Illinois, creates honest and beautiful music spanning Christian, Worship, and Pop genres. Abby continues to inspire the next generation through worship leading and songwriting marked by vulnerability, artistic excellence, and a deep love for Jesus and the Church.
Boston-native “gio.” blends gospel roots with modern pop and hip-hop, inspired by artists like TobyMac and Andy Mineo. His music aims to assure listeners they’re not alone in their faith journey while pushing creative boundaries in Christian music. Passionate about inspiring the next generation, he encourages others to create freely with their God-given gifts.
As a result of a childhood speech impediment, HNRY (John Henry) believed the lie that he wasn't good enough to step on a stage so he stayed silent and put the passion of singing on the back burner. In 2018 he decided that fear wasn't going to keep him silent any longer. This was the start of HNRY writing songs in his spare bedroom that would hopefully help quiet the doubts in others.
Abel is the current worship & young adults pastor at Journey Church in Calgary. He has been serving at Journey in worship ministry since the church’s conception in 2018 and on worship teams around the city for over 15 years. He is passionate about seeing people rise to their full potential in Christ and raising leaders up to stand in all that God has called them into. He believes that worship is not confined to music and singing on a Sunday but involves every part of our lives.
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Breakout options
*Check here as breakouts will be added as well as any changes of location
Saturday, May 17 - Breakout 1 - 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Listening to God pt. 1 - Donna Jordan
Dating: the Good, the Bad and the Awkward - Brian & Jen Schlenker
JourneyCast - Alisha Durksen & Levi Cochrane
Identity & Grace - Nathan Coehoorn
Unashamed - Being Real in a Fake World (Romans 1:16) - Simon Tracey
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Saturday, May 17 - Breakout 2 - 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Listening to God pt. 2 - Donna Jordan
JourneyCast - Alisha Durksen & Levi Cochrane
Be Still and Know - Julie Tracey
Unsettled: Dealing with Anxiety and Loneliness - Davyn Carlson
Awkward Conversation: How to Share Your Faith - Jonny Yu
Sunday, May 18 - Breakout 3 - 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Girls Only - Tori Schneider
Boys Only - TBA
Q & A - Answering Students' Questions - Expert Panel - Submit a Question
Self-Inflicted Wound: Dealing with Self-Harm - Davyn Carlson
JourneyCast - Alisha Durksen & Levi Cochrane - Upstairs
FAQs
(frequently Asked Questoins)
Can I purchase tickets for just the concerts?
Absolutely you can! Maybe you can't make the whole conference. Perhaps you're too young or too old too register. You can purchase tickets for single concerts, or purchase all 3 at a discount. The ticket purchase links are listed above next to each artist's profile. Tickets all you to stay for the main session immediately following the concert, but there is no obligation to stay after the concert. Concert tickets do not include afternoon general sessions or break out sessions.
Is food provided?
Food is not provided for attendees. There is a tuck shop on site, as well as food and snack trucks available during free time and meal breaks. There are other options within a short driving distance of the church.
I'm from out of town, where should I stay?
If you are travelling from out of town, welcome! If you don't have friends or family here in the Hat to bunk with, please use the contact form and reach out to us about staying with a local church. There are also many excellent hotels in and around Medicine Hat.
Do I need to register for individual break out sessions?
Break out sessions are included with the weekend registration. You do not have to pre-register for individual break outs, just pick the ones that interests you the most and show up on time!