Breakouts

BREAKOUT #1

PARENT TRACK #1

Why Gentle Parenting Doesn’t Work With Real Kids | Erin Kunkle

Today’s parents are in desperate need of wisdom when it comes to the discipline of their kids. The Gentle Parenting movement has gained tremendous popularity, as it offers advice on discipline that often sounds good on the surface but when examined carefully, is unbiblical and ineffective. In this talk, Erin will expose the false assumptions of Gentle Parenting and offer practical discipline strategies that are both biblical and helpful.

PARENT TRACK #2

Raising Emotionally Resilient Kids in an Anxious World | Benji Baker

In a world filled with anxiety and uncertainty, how can we help our kids develop emotional resilience? This talk and workshop provide biblical wisdom and practical tools to equip parents in guiding their children through fear, worry, and cultural pressures—so they can follow Jesus.

STUDENT TRACK

Vintage Faith | Moshe Santillan

Trends come and go, but the best things are built to last. That’s why vintage records sound better, retro sneakers never go out of style, and classic games still get played. The same is true for faith. For generations, Christians have passed down core truths that have stood the test of time—truths captured in the great creeds of the faith. In this session, Moshe invites students to rediscover the richness of these creeds and see how knowing them not only preserves truth, but also protects us from error in an age where truth is constantly redefined. Trends fade, but truth remains. Will you hold onto the faith that has stood the test of time?

APOLOGETICS TRACK

The Gospel as Apologetic | Neil Shenvi

Most Christians assume we should employ apologetics to show that Christianity is true before we call people to repent and believe the gospel. But is that correct? What if the gospel itself—the central message of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection—is an argument for the truth of Christianity? In this talk, Neil will show how the gospel functions as an apologetic. Moreover, you’ll discover that the "Argument from the Gospel" is something all Christians already implicitly recognize, even if they've never heard of traditional apologetic arguments.

CULTURE TRACK

The Dominant Strongholds of Our Culture | Eric Hernandez

There are three dominant strongholds (i.e. worldviews) that permeate our culture and hinder people from coming to a salvific knowledge of God. In this session, you will learn what they are, how to identify them, and how to respond accordingly.

THEOLOGY TRACK

Resurrecting a Theology of Art | Thaddeus Williams

"Created" is the first verb…in the first sentence…on the first page of the Bible. God is wonderfully creative and He made us in His image to contribute to the net beauty of the universe. How can we best mirror God, the Supreme Artist, in our creative lives and perhaps even witness a 21st century renaissance of Christian art? What does the Bible teach about the role of the imagination and beauty-making in Christian discipleship? How do we communicate God’s truth in compelling ways through our artistic endeavors? In this talk, Thaddeus shows how creativity and Christlikeness go hand in hand.

BREAKOUT #2

PARENT TRACK

Raising Gender-Confident Kids—Helping Kids Embrace God's Design | Erin Kunkle

Christians primarily talk about gender in terms of roles, but our kids must first understand gender in the context of God’s design for males and females. This talk offers a biblically grounded view that will help parents guide their children toward a confident understanding of their gender. In addition, you’ll discover practical steps to help kids love and embrace their God-given gender.

STUDENT TRACK

Dealing With Doubt | Eric Hernandez

Not every Christian doubts…only the ones who take their faith seriously doubt. So if you’ve ever struggled with doubt, be encouraged! But how do we work through our doubts? Should we doubt our doubts? In this session, you’ll gain a greater understanding of doubt, how to wrestle with it as a believer and how to help those around you who may be doubting their Christian faith.

APOLOGETICS TRACK

Truth-Seeking as Evidence for God | Neil Shenvi

Atheists often position themselves as champions of reason, logic, science and truth-seeking. But why think that truth-seeking is good or morally obligatory in the first place? In this talk, Neil will show that, if atheism is true, we have no obligation to seek out and know the truth and thus, the atheist actually undermines the importance of reason, logic, and science. In contrast, if the Christian God exists, then truth-seeking is good and morally obligatory, which provides a powerful argument for the truth of Christianity.

CULTURE TRACK #1

10 Pillars of Masculinity | Aaron Renn

This talk will explore ten essential aspects of authentic masculinity. Aaron will examine the multifaceted dimensions of manhood and show the significance of embracing a strong sense of identity and purpose, understanding the importance of virtue and wisdom in shaping character, and cultivating meaningful relationships within the context of fraternity and family. This compelling discussion will help you see what it means to embody these qualities as a man in today's society.

CULTURE TRACK #2

Queer Theory—An Ungodly Ideology That Will Destroy Everything | Monique Duson

Do you know what Queer Theory is and how it infects modern culture? Are you familiar with its central aim—the total destruction of traditional ideas regarding marriage, family, sex and gender? In this talk, Monique Duson provides a crash course on the essential features of Queer Theory. You will learn what Queer Theory is, its history and how it is shaping the worldview and culture of Gen Z.

THEOLOGY TRACK

Walking In Unity—Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism | Krista Bontrager

The church has absorbed and adopted secular views of racial reconciliation. Christ-centered answers are desperately needed for the issues of race and racism. Drawing a clear distinction between the secular culture's instructions for agreement and Scripture's call for unity, Krista will explore what the Bible really says about ethnic harmony and how Christians ultimately find their common identity in Christ.