Balancing Faith and Sports: The Pursuit of Intensity Without Ultimacy

James Kryger

The talk will explore the relationship between faith and sports, addressing how the intensity of athletic pursuits can sometimes challenge and sometimes complement one's ultimate commitment to faith. It examines the priorities athletes face when striving for excellence on the field while maintaining a life centred on spiritual values. Through personal stories and biblical insights, the talk invites reflection on aligning passion for sports with faith in a way that honors both. It will challenge you to consider how you can compete with intensity in sports without losing sight of your ultimate purpose in Christ.

Bringing Christ to Our Non-Christian Neighbours - Panel Discussion

Kesavan Balasingham, Bill DeJong, Jessica Joustra, and Raphael Samuel

This panel, featuring seasoned Christians with expertise in cross-cultural gospel communication, will explore how to relate the gospel message to non-Christians and those from non-Christian cultures. The exclusive claims of Christ can be challenging—even offensive—to our Jewish, Muslim, and Hindu friends, who deeply cherish their own faith traditions. How can we present Christ’s claims in a way that is both respectful and compelling?

Don’t Take it Lightly: The Forgotten Caution About Casual Christianity

Janet & Avery Surrette

Most folks can spout off the third commandment–“you shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain”—and have a general idea of what it means, yet a close look at the text indicates that, while revering God’s name in our speech is a good thing, it may be a underapplication of the intended meaning. This should be concerning, considering that the third commandment is one of only two of the famous ten that come with a caution, and not a tiny one at that. Join us as we connect this text to a related and repeated emphasis throughout the New Testament, to be captivated by a robust, life-altering, and Christ-honouring mandate that we may have missed along the way.

Evangelism in Action: A Hands-On Workshop for Sharing the Gospel

Kelly Yen & Jessica Horton

Do you have a desire to see your friends and your family, and even strangers, come to know Jesus? Would you like to learn a simple, biblical and reproducible tool to share the gospel with others? Join us at Share Jesus where we will answer the questions, “Why should we share Jesus with others?” and “How can we share Jesus with others?” Whether you are a new believer or a seasoned Christian, you can use this training immediately to share Jesus with others!

Dating with Purpose: Honouring God in Relationships

Derek & Fiona Hisson

Dating in a way that honours God can be difficult, especially in today’s world. It does not help that the Bible does not seem to mention dating directly at all. Yet God’s Word teaches us how to love him, how to love others and how to best live our lives. By focusing on the gospel, we can approach dating in a way that honours God and helps us grow in our love and obedience to Christ.

The History of The World's Most Important Book

Jonathan Loopstra

What can we learn about how the Bible has been transmitted to us? How did Jewish and Christian scribes preserve the Scriptures? More importantly, how reliable are these ancient biblical manuscripts? In today's age of social media and electronic communication, some may question the trustworthiness of biblical texts that were originally written on clay and animal skins. In these workshops, we will explore how the Bible has been handed down to us in various languages, including Hebrew, Greek, Syriac, Latin, Coptic, and Ethiopian. Together we will look at some of the most significant surviving manuscripts, asking how these ancient texts should influence our reading of the Bible today. Participants will have the opportunity to handle samples of writing materials such as papyrus, parchment and vellum, including a centuries-old codex made of wood and animal skins. By the end of these workshops, participants will have a deeper understanding of the manuscript evidence for the Bible and its reliability.

Who Are You? Understanding the Intersection of Identity and Anxiety

Paul Stimers

We are in the middle of a mental health epidemic. The most recent Canadian statistics indicate that youth mental health is declining rapidly. Mood and anxiety disorders are on the rise and are the most common mental health concerns in both Canada and throughout the world. 39% of Ontario high-school students report moderate-to-serious levels of anxiety and depression. In this workshop, we'll explore how identity is inseparable from our experience with anxiety and how the Truth can set us free.

YOUTH LEADERS ONLY: Ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha

Dwayne Cline

Youth ministry has changed, but the gospel has not. How do we share the gospel with a generation that believes they create their own identities and ‘cancel’ anyone or anything that disagrees with them? In the 28 years Dwayne pastored James North, the church would see over 100 unchurched youth a week in their programs and ministries. In this workshop, Dwayne will share some of his thoughts on reaching this generation and lead a conversation where participants can share with one another their ministry best practices.

Lazer Tag

Lazer Tag is back for more wild and competitive fun. Sign up to play with your friends or make some new friends. Many of last year’s guests mentioned this as a highlight, so don’t miss out! Hosted by Lazer Tag To Go.

Mario Kart

Mario Kart returns! Sign up for community play and prizes as we run mini-tournaments in our gaming centre!

Quiet Games

If you want a chill space to hang out and play some good old-fashioned board games, sign up for this option! Lots of fun games will be available—get as competitive or playful as you’d like!

Bubble Soccer in the Dome

Friday only

Heritage College and Seminary is once again supplying their bubble soccer suits, so gear up for some hilarious fun with your friends. This one filled up fast last year, so be sure to talk to your friends and grab a time slot together! We will make teams on-site from participant registration.

Campfire Worship

Friday only

Led by the awesome worship team from St. George’s in Burlington, this time of worship will be a great time of praise and fellowship. Join in around the campfire (rain plan in Founders Hall).

Flag Football in the Dome

Friday only

Experience the excitement of 8v8 flag football. This fast-paced, high-energy activity is perfect for players of a variety of skill levels, combining strategy, teamwork, and a whole lot of fun. Whether you're dodging defenders, throwing the perfect pass, or making game-changing plays, flag football offers a thrilling environment for everyone. We will make teams on-site from participant registration.

Ultimate Frisbee in the Dome

Friday only

Dive into the fast-paced fun of ultimate frisbee! This high-energy, non-contact sport combines the strategy of soccer, the speed of basketball and the excitement of frisbee. With quick passes, dynamic plays, and thrilling end-zone catches, ultimate frisbee is perfect for players at a variety of skill levels. We will make teams on-site from participant registration.

Get Creative with a Cricut

Friday only

Get creative with the Cricut Maker 3 and design something uniquely yours! Whether it’s a custom sticker, a vinyl decal, or another fun project, you’ll leave with a personalized creation to show off. $5 cost, final project may vary based on registration numbers.

3-on-3 Basketball

Saturday only, outdoor, weather permitting

Fast, fun and full of action! 3-on-3 basketball is the ultimate test of teamwork and quick decision-making. With fewer players on the court, every move counts, and the game is packed with fast-paced plays, sharp shooting and dynamic matchups. Whether you're driving to the hoop, sinking three-pointers or locking down on defense, this half-court format guarantees excitement and plenty of touches for everyone. Gather your squad of 3 or 4 players and bring your best game to the court.

Landscape Painting Activity

Saturday only, outdoor, $10 cost, 15 person limit, 2 hour activity

Led by nationally recognized artist, Jason Bouwman, this interactive time will be spent learning how to paint a landscape scene. Weather permitting, easels will be brought outside for aspiring artists to paint under the expert direction of Jason. Each participant will walk away with a personally made piece of art just in time for Father's Day (or a late Mother's Day gift for those who have not yet taken action)! About the artist: Jason Bouwman began his career as an illustrator and designer. His art has appeared in magazines, on packaging and on several commemorative coins released by the Royal Canadian Mint. His artistic merits are well established. But it was his love of ideas with an impact that brought him to marketing. In 2005, Jason founded Compass Creative with the goal of building a professional team that would deliver artful creative alongside business results. He has recently launched a new art project called Arabah.

Disc Golf

Saturday only, outdoor, weather permitting

Come try out Redeemer’s disc golf course. Sign up with a friend or try it solo. Redeemer disc golfers will meet you at the start and give instructions and explain the course layout. All equipment provided.

Photo Scavenger Hunt

Saturday only

Team up or go it alone as you search Redeemer’s campus to capture photos. Simply visit the conference table to grab your list and start your search!

Worship Jam

Saturday only

Hang out with your peers and create a joyful noise. This activity is for those who want more worship time. Bring your own instrument if you have one, and spend some time praising God.