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Biography: Often introduced as an expert on media influences, Brett Ullman travels North America speaking to adolescents, leaders and their parents on topics including sexuality, substance abuse and self-injury. Driven by a desire to discuss, explore and ...
Biography: Jeff is an adventurer who loves to explore and elevate others to achieve what God has destined for them in life, mission and ministry. He is a certified life coach and is passionate to journey alongside students & youth workers who are seeking ...
Biography: Clay is husband to his lovely wife Gail and father to sons Sean Isaiah and Jacob Isaac. He has served as the Director of the Youth Ministry Office for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver for the past five years, helping parishes dev ...
Land & Lake Adventures. Campers have been enjoying Beacon Bible Camp's approximately 400 acres of property and lake in the southern part of picturesque Muskoka. Our caring staff work to make your time at camp one that results in outdoor adventure and spir ...
Biography: Randy Carter has a passion for student ministry, in fact he says…”Why would anyone choose to work with adults when they can work with students?” Randy has been involved in youth work since 1979, eleven years of which he served as a youth ...
Biography: Sid Koop is the father of two very cool boys, Payton and Cole and husband of an incredible wife, Jen. He has spent the last 9 years in full time youth ministry, his first 4 as a youth pastor in Canmore Alberta, and his last 5 as part time ...
Biography: While in high school Darian sparked a national movement named canadafire to see Christian students be leaders and people of influence in their schools. Darian works with Peace Portal Alliance Church as a Youth Pastor. Darian is also involved wi ...
Camp Mini-Yo-We is a Christian Camp that is committed to introducing children and young people to the message of Jesus Christ from the Bible through a camping experience that incorporates practical spiritual teaching, skill development, physical activity, ...
When Paul the apostle stood atop Mars Hill in Athens, he brought the gospel of Jesus to a diverse people steeped in philosophy, culture ad spirituality. Mars Hill Church continues that tradition not only in its Seattle home but by leveraging the innovatio ...
Our annual Change Conference in October is a special gathering for those wanting to bring change to the spiritual climate of Canada and influence their world with Jesus' love. On October 17 & 18, 2008, Canadian Youth Network will host this year's Change ...
The mission of Medeba is to change young people's lives through specialized adventure experiences with a Christian perspective.
Biography: Carl Nash is Director of LAUNCH. Carl has mentored and coached student leaders for over fifteen years, and it was through these relationships that the dream of LAUNCH began to take shape. He has enjoyed times of working as both a Physical Thera ...
Biography: Phil Callaway is an award-winning author and speaker, known worldwide for his humorous yet perceptive look at life. He is the best-selling author of twenty books including Laughing Matters, Who Put My Life On Fast Forward? I Used to Have Answers…Now I Have Kids, Making Life Rich Without Any Money, and Honey, I Dunked the Kids and the forthcoming Family Squeeze. Phil's writings have been translated into languages like Polish, Chinese, Spanish, German, Dutch, Indonesian, and English (one of which he speaks fluently!) Phil’s list of accomplishments also includes shutting off the TV to listen to his children’s questions (twice), taking out the garbage without being told (once), and convincing his high school sweetheart to marry him (once). Described as “Dave Barry with a message,” Callaway is a popular speaker for corporations, conferences, camps, and marriage retreats. He is a frequent guest on national radio and television, and partners with Compassion, an international child development agency. Phil’s writings have won more than a dozen international awards. His 5-part video series The Big Picture is being viewed in 80,000 churches worldwide. Callaway is editor of Servant magazine, which he started in 1989 with the goal of encouraging, edifying, and educating readers. A general interest magazine, Servant is now read in more than 100 countries. Phil is a syndicated columnist and has published hundreds of articles in such publications as Marriage Partnership, Focus on the Family, New Man, Christian Parenting Today, Christian Reader, Home Life, Decision, and Faith & Friends. He lives in Alberta, Canada with Ramona and their three children. Apart from hanging out with his family, one of Phil's greatest passions is telling stories that help people laugh and learn about the things that matter most Topics: How do you spell success? Popular at corporate events, this talk inspires listeners to turn obstacles into opportunities, learn from failure, ignite their passion, and discover a time-proven formula for true success that will lead to fulfilling work and outrageous joy. "You have no idea how this has improved things in our company," writes one CEO (a repeat customer). Learning to Laugh When Life Stinks In this hilarious and inspirational talk, Callaway uncovers five secrets of a “skunkbuster.” Five secrets that separate those who resign from those who rejoice. Presented as a motivational session to corporations, a sermon in churches, and an inspirational talk at banquets, this seminar has been applauded by thousands across the nation. “I have not laughed this hard in years,” says Jim Butler of Seattle, “…and better yet, I’m leaving here a changed person tonight.” Making Life Rich Without Spending Money With gentle wit and wisdom, Callaway shares 5 fascinating characteristics of truly rich people—characteristics that have nothing to do with money and everything to do with real wealth. You’ll nod your head knowingly and sometimes laugh out loud as you’re reminded that the best things in life are not things, after all. Focus on the Family Weekend broadcaster Chris Fabry says, “This is like playing in Holy Sand. You’re having so much fun, you don’t realize how much has gone into your shoes and is sticking to your life.” Slowing Down In a Speeded-up World Too often the demands of life bring stress, fracture families, and steal the joy God intended us to experience. With practical insight and generous laughter, Callaway teaches 6 practical secrets to balancing your life, your work, and your family. Presented to corporations, leadership teams, and workshops, attendees have dubbed this motivational talk “inspiring,” and “life changing.” Raising Your Kids Without Raising Your Blood-pressure This hilarious presentation traces the joys of parenting from the early daze through toddlerhood and on into the white knuckle teenager years! Laugh with award-winning storyteller Phil Callaway as you learn practical parenting solutions, and are reminded of the lessons even our children teach us when we listen. Brimming with hope, this talk inspires confidence in listeners, and hope that even at the worst of times, the best is coming. “I am better equipped to pray for my children now,” says Betty Dunn of Oregon, “and I am filled with hope. Thank you so much. This is exactly what I needed.” Three C’s to a Fabulous Marriage Marriage is no laughing matter. Until now! Popular at Valentine's and all-year round, Phil offers practical insight from “a husband in progress” about sticking together during tough times, communicating when your husband appears to be deaf, and discovering a faith that changes everything. One warning: People have fallen off chairs laughing during this performance. Better yet, they have laughed until the tears come, as they are reminded of the lasting legacy of a godly marriage, and the keys to staying committed even when our world is falling apart. G-U-Y-S After God's Heart Broadcast to 200 million people, this talk inspires men to be guys of purpose: Grace-filled, Understanding, Yielded, and Successful. With stories of hope, Phil talks of the the importance of being a dad kids can count on, a husband worth respecting, and one who hungers and thirsts for God Himself. Men’s breakfasts and community outreaches are popular venues for a message you will not forget. “I am a new follower of God after hearing this talk,” says Don from Calgary, Canada, “I wish every guy on earth could hear this.” Order a copy on cd or tape by searching for Callaway at this site. The Best Christmas Yet With the warmth of the season comes the reminder that Christmas can be a stress-filled, even painful time for many. This evening of Christmas stories has become Writes one pastor, "More than 30 people came to faith tonight following this unbelievable performance. We laughed so hard then Phil hit us with an undeniable point about living for what matters." G-A-L-S After God's Heart "Back in high school girls wouldn't give me the time of day, but now that I'm a happily married, middle-aged and balding guy, I get called all the time to speak to women's conferences," says Phil. When he does, he usually talks about Gals: Genuine, Amazed, Loving, and Surrendered. With hilarious stories of hope, Phil tells of his own mother and the legacy she has left. "You have no idea what happened here today," writes one attendee, "relationships have been repaired between my daughter and I." The Write Stuff Phil is a popular speaker at writer's conferences in the U.S. and Canada. His topics include "How to Be a Best-selling Author Guaranteed." (The first point is "Be talented"), and "How to Write About Your Family And Still Have a Place to Sleep." Travel: Across Canada (Phil travels all over the world)
Biography: Brian Pengelly is the Youth Specialist and Staff Counselor for New Direction Ministries. Brian started being involved in youth ministry while still in high school himself, helping to found Club 628 a junior high ministries at Calvary Gospel Chu ...
Muskoka Woods is a Christian, non-profit sports resort that provides a safe place where kids grow mentally, physically, spiritually & socially. Just north of Toronto, Muskoka Woods is a summer camp experience like none other! Wakeboarding, Tennis, Gold, C ...
Biography: Donna Carter has a unique ability to synthesize life experience into digestible life lessons. She is much sought after as a speaker in Canada and the United States because of her clarity, humor and the light-bulb moments she triggers for women ...
UrbanPromise Toronto is a registered Christian non-profit charitable organization that is dedicated to meeting the needs of children, youth, and their families in at-risk communities across the Greater Toronto Area. Our mission is to empower children, youth and their families to realize life’s full potential by equipping them with the skills and resources necessary for spiritual growth, academic achievement, life management and leadership.
Biography: Paul Robertson is the Youth Culture Specialist as well as the Director of Church, School and Family Resources for Youth Unlimited (Toronto YFC). He has 33 years of working with youth including raising four grown sons of his own. Paul graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education degrees. After teaching high school for five years, Paul has been with Youth Unlimited for 28 years. Paul has done various radio interviews and made television appearances on 100 Huntley Street, Global News, Lorna Dueck's "Listen Up" on Global, and Valerie Pringle’s "Test of Faith" on Vision TV; spoken extensively in the U.S. on behalf of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding (Walt Mueller) in Pennsylvania; and written articles for Promise Keepers Canada and a variety of newspapers. "Understanding Today’s Youth" seminars have been given to a variety of groups - social workers, professionals, service clubs, civic leaders, public elementary school parents/teachers, youth workers and pastors, Christian school parents/teachers, and student leaders. Each seminar is a dynamic, multi-media presentation designed to create better relationships with young people through a deeper understanding of their very unique and fast-changing culture. Seminars include handouts, reference material, and books for sale. Seminars can be adapted to fit a variety of time frames - from one hour workshops to six hour, all day presentations. Content and issues of seminars can also be adjusted to address the pertinent issues for any particular group. Understanding the Casual Sex Revolution Focused on the social factors that have contributed to the new casual sex revolution, adults can begin to develop a positive response to this critical issue. Understanding How Music Molds Minds Successfully navigating the confusing world of today’s popular music is possible when you realize that music is more than what meets the ear and understand the various ways music molds minds and shapes kids. Understanding Why They Do the Things They Do Take a journey to the center of a young person’s brain and discover the reasons why they act and make the decisions they do. Understanding the Power of Peer Pressure Like any warm-blooded species, young people have an innate orienting instinct which needs to be developed by loving parents and adults and not passionate peers. Understanding Current Culture Trends Designed to keep adults on the cutting edge of youth culture, current trends focuses on the latest changes that could endanger and ensnare our youth. Understanding the Five Cries of Caring Parents Research shows kids can be greatly helped if they are able to draw on five great sources of strength from their parents; each of these represent the desire to become a better parent and deals with a basic issue in the home. Understanding the Cultural Context for Adolescent Depression It appears that more and more of our teens, especially girls, are struggling with issues of stress and depression. Knowing how the culture affects our young people is the first line of defense. Understanding Postmodern Youth Culture Finding it harder to raise good kids in a culture of chaos, adults need to take a closer look at their postmodern world of anything goes to find some solutions. Understanding Their World, Hearing Their Cries See the world of today’s youth as it really is - a world of changing family structures, powerful media influences, and postmodern moral relativism. Understanding the Impact of Marketing on Children With marketers now targeting younger children, parents need to be aware of the various approaches used to crawl inside the hearts and minds of our kids and how they influence even the youngest child's value system. Understanding How Media Influences Making Good Decisions Knowing how media influences the decision-making processes of our kids provides adults with key insights and opportunities to guide their critical life decisions. Travel: Paul is willing to travel anywhere in Canada and the US.
LatterRain has a strong desire to get involved in the lives of young people through music, fun, or just talking. “Our goal is not just to show up at a gig or performance and play some songs and leave,” says Matt. “We want to connect with our audience and give them something more than a rock show and a good time. We want to get to know people and make new friends. It’s about more than the music… it’s about helping and serving people. We want to be available to lend a helping hand, to listen, to love. God has given us much and in return, we want to give what we can to others.”
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