Breakout Sessions 2026

Breakout Session 1: 11:30-12:30

 

Your Story Matters

Benj Spiesz | The Chapel

Ask yourself this question: how many people do you know that are actively telling people about Jesus? Once you have a number in your head, ask yourself this: how many people do you know that claim to be following Jesus? If you are like me, those numbers are unfortunately, drastically different. Let’s discuss and practice sharing how God has changed our lives. 

 

Formed Before Forever

Tom & Amanda Ryan | Basic

Letting God shape your heart before shaping your relationships; learning to live and love with intention in every season 

 

Rhythms that Last

Peter Eklund | Campus Ambassadors, Oneonta

Building spiritual habits that actually stick

 

New to Faith

Paul Decker | Campus Ambassadors, UB

Walking with Christ 101

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Decision Fatigue: Choosing wisely when you’re overwhelmed by choices

Tim Stewart | Campus Ambassadors, UB

This session will focus on knowing and doing the will of God. 

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Dealing with Burnout

Brady Green | Bridges

How to overcome burnout in a world full of demands


Breakout Session 2: 3-4

 

Living with Intention

Tom Ryan | Basic

Busyness doesn’t equal purpose. You get 24 hours—just like everyone else. Learn how to prioritize what matters most, manage your time with spiritual intention, and aligning your schedule with your values, your faith, and the season you’re in. Build rhythms that lead to a healthy life, faith, and future.

 

Faith & Doubt: Strengthening Your Faith in Challenging Seasons

Kirk Personius | The Chapel 

Can faith & doubt coexist?  Doubt is a normal part of your walk with Christ.  The question is what you do when you have doubts. 

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Resolving Conflict the Way Jesus Does

Chris Deemer | Campus Ambassadors, Oneonta

How to initiate and maintain conversation when emotions are strong and the stakes are high.

 

How to read the Bible the way it was meant to be read

Adam Holzinger | 1825

More fruitful Bible reading is possible! Come learn several tools that will help you read the Bible centered first and foremost on the text.

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Living Sent: Embracing Everyday Mission, Right Where You Are

Jason Beedon | Bridges

Our world says, “Live for yourself.” Jesus says, “Believe in Me and live.” In John 3:17–18, we see that true freedom is not found in self-expression but in rescue through faith in Jesus Christ. When we receive that rescue, we are not only saved, we are sent. Living sent is not losing your life. It is finally finding it.

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Battling the flesh

Jordan Purrington & Dana Macchia | The Chapel

A session focused on daily walking in step with the Spirit.