Lineup

Dr. Joy is the founder of Joytime Ministries, a ministry that reaches women around the world with biblical encouragement through radio, podcasts, Bible studies, and live events. Her heart is to help women find joy in Jesus and trust God no matter what life brings. 

Title: 🌸 Find Joy in the Journey 

Description: Anxiety is affecting more women than ever before, stealing their joy, their God-given purpose and their confidence in God’s promises. But fear doesn’t have to control your life. In this practical and hope-filled session, Dr. Joy will share biblical strategies for overcoming anxiety, renewing your mind, and finding true peace in Christ. You’ll leave this session encouraged, equipped, and reminded that God is bigger than anything you’re facing! It’s time to kick anxiety to the curb and start living in faith, freedom, and joy! 

Tiffany is in the crazy process of becoming a more & more glorious image of the Trinity.  She & her husband, Tim, have 4 grown children and 5 adorable grand boys & all live in the mountains of Colorado.  For varied vocations she works as a tattoo artist, author, substitute teacher & speaker. The speaker thing has taken her all over this wild world & she’s excited to be @ Lifest! 

Title: Fresh Perspective for Prodigals 

Description: If you’re the parent of a wild child & need some hope for your hurting heart, please attend the Oasis @ 10am on Friday. 

Dennis TeGrootenhuis is a former business owner and entrepreneur with over 30 years of leadership experience. He has also been a Lifest sponsor for 20 years. Dennis is now an author and leadership mentor, encouraging others through faith and heartfelt storytelling.  

Title: “God, Piper, and Me” 

Description: Dennis will share heartfelt stories to reset hearts, deepen your faith and invite God into everyday moments. Through his dog, Piper, he reveals simple yet powerful lessons about trust, grace and walking closely with God. Piper will be in attendance, ready for her next adventure.  

Sarina Randazzo is an educator and leader with more than 10 years of experience in both teaching and school administration and currently serves as principal at Celebration Lutheran School. Above all, she treasures her roles as a wife and mom within her blended family of five children, ranging in age from 3 to 21. As a devoted Christian and active member of her church community, Sarina is passionate about encouraging others to recognize God’s faithfulness in the beauty, challenges, and unexpected moments of everyday life. 

Title: The Ministry of Staying: Faithfulness in Family, Leadership, and the Life You Didn’t Plan 

Description: Life rarely unfolds exactly as we imagined. In the midst of blended families, leadership responsibilities, marriage, motherhood, and everyday demands, God often calls us not to perfection, but to faithfulness. Join Sarina as she explores the sacred work of “staying” — staying present, staying obedient, and staying rooted in Christ through the beautiful, messy, and unexpected seasons of life. 

Sarah Schultz is a speaker, trainer, and event leader who is passionate about equipping people to live out their faith with purpose and authenticity. Through her work with Dignity Revolution and women’s and youth ministries, she creates opportunities for others to encounter Jesus, build meaningful relationships, and grow into their God-given potential. 

Title: Back to Home Base 

Description: Summertime is full of campfires and cookouts, fishing and festivals, gardening, hiking, biking and more. But one of summer’s most favorite activities is America’s pastime: Baseball. The ballpark bustle captivates audiences of all ages all clamoring for the hitter to round that base and head for home. Come join us as we learn some faith lessons from the GOAT or shall I say LAMB of God. 

Gary and Elizabeth are blessed with 3 married children, 9 grandchildren and one on the way. Gary works with Lifest and Elizabeth is a retired counselor and teacher. Together they have spent more than 30 years investing in premarital mentoring, marriage ministry,  foster care and strengthening families. Their passion for nurturing identity and purpose is not only taught but lived out within their own family through intentional ongoing encouragement and time together. 

Title: Intentionally Nurturing Purpose in the Next Generation  

Description: Through personal stories and interactive modeling, Gary and Elizabeth, alongside several of their grandchildren, will demonstrate  practical ways parents, grandparents, educators, and ministry leaders can  encourage children to hear God’s voice, discover their God-given identity, build confidence, and walk in their unique calling. 

Brad Spaulding has been in Christian ministry leadership for 40 years in camps, churches and now serves as Admissions Director at Oak Hills Christian College in Bemidji, MN. He has a Masters in Christian Spiritual Formation and Leadership with a passion for exploring the intersection of leadership, spiritual formation and community. 

Title: Why One Year Communities Matter 

Description:  The GAP Year experience is not a modern invention. From Jesus’ call: “Come away to a quiet place” to modern ministry models the temporary, sequestered, Christian community has been the seed bed for effective ministry leaders throughout Christian history. Now more than ever one-year communities are helping young men and women, unplug, seek discernment, network and find the way forward. Brad will unpack some history, theological narrative, personal ministry experience and area resources to help you as a student or parent seek a Christian Community GAP year. 

Terrence Talley is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and youth advocate who has spent more than 20 years inspiring students, families, and communities with messages of hope, resilience, and faith, reaching more than 1 million students nationwide. Through powerful storytelling and a passion for sharing the Gospel, he challenges people to discover their purpose and find lasting Hope. 

Title: Hope In Darkness 

Description: Hope in the Darkness is a powerful and encouraging message that reminds us God is still at work even in our hardest seasons. Through stories from Acts 16 and real-life experiences, Terrence Talley shares how God meets us in our pain, opens doors in unexpected places, and brings hope that can carry us through any darkness. Whether you’re facing uncertainty, loss, disappointment, or simply need a reminder of God’s faithfulness, this message will challenge and inspire you to keep trusting Him. 

Maggie Frank has been a counselor for 15 years, working with kids through adults in clinical, private practice and school settings.  She has been speaking at LIFEST for 5 years, and greatly enjoys equipping people to face the challenges that come life.    

Title: “Anxiety and its Grip: How to Fight with Solid, Timeless and God Honoring Tools and Resources” 

Description: There is no doubt that there is an increase in anxiety from children to adults.  In this time, we will focus on tools for dealing with anxiety.  Additionally, we will learn about how to fight spiritually against the source of anxiety and fear, and how to wear the armor of God well. 

• Daniel Tedtman was once the biggest guy in the room—living in the spotlight with fame and fortune, yet only smiling when the cameras were on, hiding years of abuse and addiction behind closed doors. Then Jesus stepped in and radically transformed his life, breaking every chain and turning his pain into purpose. Today, Daniel is a Spirit-filled, joyful child of God who is on fire for the Lord—living proof that no one is too far gone for the saving, restoring power of Christ. And just like he discovered, he wants you to know that you are Made for More! 

• Title: Made for More 

• Description: Hear Daniel’s incredibly powerful testimony of how God turned this proud bodybuilder into a humble faith-builder. In this raw and riveting talk, he will pull back the curtain on a life that looked perfect on the outside – the fame, the size, the success and will expose the private mess of addiction, abuse, and loneliness that no one tells you about. With unflinching honesty and hard-won joy, Daniel will walk you through the moment Jesus met him at his lowest and what it truly means to be set free – not just cleaned up but delivered and fully transformed by the Holy Spirit. This talk is for anyone who has ever felt too broken, too far gone or too lost, searching for fulfillment and not finding it. Come find out how God trained Daniel to believe he was Made for More! 

Tera brings over a decade of ministry experience, a master’s degree from Moody Theological Seminary, and a passion for helping people encounter God in real and authentic ways. Alongside her husband Trevor and their two children, she has walked through seasons of faith, waiting, and uncertainty that have shaped her heart for vulnerability, encouragement, and reminding others that God is still working in every season. 

Title: Lord, Are You In This? 

Description: Have you ever found yourself asking God, “Are You really in this with me?” In the waiting, the disappointment, the seemingly unanswered prayers, or the season that feels like it’s taking longer than you expected? Maybe you’re waiting for healing, direction, freedom, a family, or wondering if the dream God placed on your heart will ever come to life. Together, we’ll look at the life of Joseph and discover what God can do in seasons that feel painful, uncertain, or stuck. This is a real and hope-filled conversation about trusting God when life doesn’t make sense, learning what He teaches us in the waiting, and discovering how He can use even our hardest seasons for something eternal. Because what the enemy meant for evil, God can still use for good — and your story may be preparing hope for more people than you realize. 

From punk clubs, to public schools, to Christian music festivals, Eric Wagler has spent years immersed in music, touring culture, and youth outreach. As a booking agent, musician, and speaker, he brings a unique perspective on faith, outreach, and the challenges facing today’s generation. Eric’s seminars combine real-life stories from the entertainment world with practical encouragement and biblical truth, helping audiences think deeper, live intentionally, and stay grounded in a noisy culture.  

www.relevantspeakers.com  

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www.sftoutreach.org  

Title: Reaching the One, Sharing the Gospel in Public Schools 

Description: What does it look like to bring hope into public schools in a culture increasingly disconnected from faith, purpose, and truth? In this seminar, Eric Wagler shares the heart behind Stand For Truth Ministries, and the mission of reaching students with the Gospel through public school assemblies, music events, and outreach programs across the country. This session combines practical ministry insight with powerful real-life stories from the road including the unforgettable “Cow” story about learning that God sometimes calls us not to the crowds, but to “the one,” as well as the testimony of a teacher who chose life after attending one of the ministry’s school assemblies. Through scripture, honest storytelling, and firsthand outreach experiences, this seminar challenges attendees to rethink success in ministry, embrace the mission field God has given them, and remember that faithfulness to one life can echo for eternity. 

Tony and Kristin Bird are parents of three teens and longtime educators from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Between Tony’s work in public education and Kristin’s ministry through Burning Hearts Disciples, they bring practical, hard-won perspective to helping families raise connected, resilient teens in a world that never logs off. 

Title: You vs. The Algorithm:  Practical strategies for staying connected when the screens never stop 

Description: That little device runs more of our lives than we’d like to admit—and for teens growing up with it, the stakes are even higher. Join Tony and Kristin Bird, parents of three teens and longtime educators, for an honest conversation about phones, social media, and family life. Learn why delaying smartphones and social media matters, how to set boundaries that actually work, and how to keep real connection alive when screens are always competing for attention. You’ll leave with tools you can start using right away and a clearer vision for helping your family thrive in a world that never logs off. 

Joe Pullen combines 17 years of pastoral counseling with a master’s degree in clinical counseling to serve those with spiritual and mental health challenges as the owner of Dignity Counseling Collective in Appleton, Wisconsin. Joe is a former Army Major and veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a husband his wife Katy for 25 years, Stephen and Grace’s father, and the leader of Freedom Fighters, a Christ‑centered recovery program for men battling sexual addiction. 

Peter has served in full-time ministry for 26 years and has specialized in pastoral care and counseling for the past 13. After earning a degree in Music from Lawrence University and teaching music for eight years, he transitioned into ministry, serving as a worship pastor before focusing on counseling and care. His training includes lay counseling, trauma-informed narrative work, and studies with Dan Allender. He provides individual, premarital, marriage, and group counseling, and leads trauma-informed Journey Groups for men. He also helped develop Marriage Development, a marriage curriculum used throughout his church. Passionate about healing through story, he believes growth happens when people are given safe, supportive spaces to explore their experiences and find hope. 

Title: From Fragmented to Whole: Responding Like Christ to the Mentally Ill, Addicted, and Traumatized 

Description: How Christians and the church respond to those battling mental health challenges, addiction, and trauma can determine whether we reflect the healing love of Jesus or unintentionally add to someone’s suffering. Every person is created to be relational with a heart, soul, mind, and body meant to work together in relationship with God and others. Trauma can fragment these God‑designed parts. When we love as Christ loved, we help one another become more whole, but when the church responds with judgment, moralism, or ignorance, it can worsen the very pain it is called to heal. Together, we’ll explore how to make the church a safer, wiser, and more compassionate place for the wounded. 

Ryan Johnson serves as Executive Pastor at Life Bridge Christian Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Is passionate about helping people discover and live out their God-given purpose through intentional discipleship, spiritual formation, and leadership development. Ryan holds a B.S. in Biblical Studies/Theology and is pursuing a MA in Theology focused on Christian Leadership from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served in pastoral ministry for over 19 years, equipping leaders, developing disciple-making systems, and helping churches cultivate healthy, gospel-centered cultures.  

Title: You are NOT a DISCIPLE Until You’ve MADE ONE 

Description: Jesus did not simply call us to learn about Him, He called us to follow Him and help others do the same. In this practical and biblical workshop, we’ll define what a disciple is and what it means to be a disciple-maker. Drawing from passages such as Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 78, Ezra 7, Matthew 28, and 2 Timothy 2, we’ll explore God’s plan for multiplying disciples from generation to generation. Together we’ll examine a simple framework: Learn It, Live It, Pass It On. Participants will leave with practical tools, including journals, prayer strategies, and a “Top 5” disciple-making plan, to help them intentionally invest in others and fulfill Christ’s Great Commission in everyday life. 

Jenn Vergara is the mother of Rubi Vergara, the student killed in the 2024 shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Drawing from her faith and personal journey through tragedy, Jenn shares a message of hope in Jesus and proclaims the faithfulness of God.  

Title: Where is Your God Now? 

Description: After experiencing profound loss, Jenn Vergara shares her journey toward finding peace through Jesus, and discovering hope in the midst of grief and unanswered questions. Through faith, she explores the difficult but transformative process of forgiving those who have caused harm, and reconciling her understanding of God in the aftermath of tragedy. 

Trinity Queen is a passionate speaker, evangelist, and inspiring voice for the Kingdom of God. Her heart for evangelism led her to set a personal challenge of sharing the Gospel with someone every single day for an entire year, a testimony of her unwavering commitment to spreading the love of Christ. 

Title: Evangelism Training 

Description: This evangelism training equips believers with practical tools to confidently share their faith in everyday conversations. Participants will learn how to start meaningful discussions, pray for others, present the Gospel clearly, and lead people into a relationship with Jesus through simple, Spirit-led interactions. 

Carolyn Riker is a wife, mother of 5, and ministry leader with over 24 years of experience helping people grow in intimacy with Jesus and walk in freedom, joy, and purpose. Having served in youth ministry, discipleship, children’s ministry, education, and for the past 11 years with Youth With A Mission (YWAM), she is passionate about prayer, intercession and  hearing God’s voice, and equipping others to live confidently in their God-given calling, her love language is prayer! 

Title: How to connect with God in a disconnected world 

Description: When faith becomes obligation instead of intimacy, prayer can begin to feel like a duty rather than a delight. Religious leaders killed Jesus, and religion can still rob us of the relationship He came to restore—turning prayer from a “want to” into a “have to.” If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t hear God,” “God feels far away,” “God doesn’t speak to me,” or “Prayer isn’t fun,” this session is for you. Learn how to recognize the “Whispers from Heaven” in your everyday life and discover what it means to sit at the feet of Jesus in genuine intimacy. You’ll leave equipped to hear God’s voice, walk in courageous obedience, and experience a revolutionary prayer life. 

Rob Roozeboom, Founder and President of RISE Ministries and creator of RiseFest, is a sought-after speaker who shares a powerful message of hope and purpose shaped by his personal journey with muscular dystrophy and faith in Jesus. Based in northwest Iowa, Rob is also Chairman of the Christian Festival Association and author of Broken Still Chosen, encouraging people everywhere that no one is too broken, unseen, or forgotten for God to use.

Josh Brewer, evangelist and CEO of LifeLight in Sioux Falls, SD, travels the world boldly sharing his testimony. Raised in a broken home with an alcoholic father, he started down a path of drugs, sex, and alcohol, and at age 16 was sentenced for 30 counts of grand theft auto, but that was not the end! Josh is an example of a life transformed by the power of Jesus Christ.

Bob Lenz has a humorous, down-to-earth style combined with genuine concern. A storyteller at heart, Bob combines his personal experience with in-depth biblical knowledge, to inspire others to embrace faith in Christ and take the next step closer to God. He captures the audience’s attention immediately and sensitively spans denominational walls. He has spoken to over 10 million people all over the world.

Alex is a Christian missionary and speaker with a passion for sharing the Gospel with Muslims. He has spent many years serving in Mongolia and Central Asia, equipping believers to confidently share their faith.

Topic: Would You Really Want to Become a Muslim?