THIS YEAR’s FOCUS

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main session topics below

MAIN SESSIONS

BO PUGH

“HOW CAN I SEE PEOPLE LIKE JESUS DID?”

In the main sessions, Bo will wrestle with the idea that relationships are opportunities. When needs to change so I can start treating people like Jesus did?

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breakout options below

In the breakout sessions, we’ll wrestle with specific types of difficult relationships.

what if the difficult relationship is…

Blaine Chason

Macon, GA

Blaine Chason Macon, GA

  • Family relationships can be some of the hardest to navigate when there’s tension or hurt. How do you honor God and show love when the people closest to you feel the most difficult?

  • Blaine Chason. Youth and Family Minister in Macon, GA.

    I love working with teens and families, helping them grow in their walk with God and in their relationships with each other. I’m married to my amazing wife, Auburn, and we have a sweet daughter named Marlowe who keeps life fun and full of joy.

Josh Posey

Bowdon, GA

Josh Posey Bowdon, GA

  • What do you do when a teacher, coach, or boss seems unfair or hard to respect? This breakout will explore how to respond with humility and courage when authority feels like an obstacle.

  • Josh Posey. Preacher in Bowdon, GA.

    Joshua has been preaching since he was 15 years old. Shortly after beginning his Bible Degree at Faulkner University, he met his wife Morghan and they have been married since 2015 and have three children: Sidon Mark, Anna Capri, and Asher Jude. Joshua holds a Bachelors in Biblical Studies from Faulkner University and a Masters in Ministerial Leadership from Ambridge University. 

    Outside of ministry, he enjoys traveling with his family, watching Alabama football, spending time with his friends, and meeting others who love Jesus.

Devin Morris

Dothan, AL

Devin Morris Dothan, AL

  • Conflict doesn’t just happen face-to-face anymore; it happens in comments, DMs, and group chats. How can you be a light in digital spaces that often feel dark and divisive?

  • Devin Morris. Connections Minister in Dothan, AL.

    Devin, his wife Caley, and their two kids live in Dothan, AL where he serves as the Connections Minister at Westgate CoC. He loves reading, woodworking, and is an energy drink connoisseur.

Donovan Rillion

Blairsville, GA

Donovan Rillion Blairsville, GA

  • Church is supposed to feel safe, but what happens when someone in your faith community hurts you or lets you down? This session will help you wrestle with forgiveness, unity, and what loving your “church family” really looks like.

  • Donovan Rillion. Preaching Minister in Blairsville, GA.

    Donovan, from Long Beach, MS, is married and has 2 sons. He went to school at Faulkner University and is a fan of all things music, LSU, and the outdoors.

Sam Welsh

Decatur, AL

Sam Welsh Decatur, AL

  • It’s easy to avoid people who don’t think, look, or live like you, but what if Jesus calls us to something better? We’ll talk about how to build real relationships across differences without compromising your faith.

  • Sam Welsh. Youth Minister in Decatur, AL.

    Sam is married to Brooke and they have two awesome kids (Wiley and Palmer). He loves being a husband and a dad and doing dad things. He loves talking to students about Jesus. And he loves bears, beats, and Battlestar Galactica.