In recent years, the concept of truth has become primarily subjective and personal. “My truth” is now the highest value. Even in Christian culture you often hear “my Jesus” – but it may be a Jesus that isn’t the Jesus of the Bible but instead a Jesus that aligns with personal opinions or feelings. Younger generations especially are under increasing pressure to not believe in God’s truth and form new versions of Christianity that fit today’s cultural norms and ethics. This year’s ReGeneration Forum will explore how God’s truth is not only true – but it is also extremely good and how we thrive and grow when following it.
Alisa Childers is a wife, a mom, an author, a blogger, a speaker, and a worship leader. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl. She is a popular speaker at apologetics and Christian worldview conferences, including reThink, and is the author of Another Gospel?: A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity. She has been published at The Gospel Coalition, Crosswalk, the Stream, For Every Mom, Decision magazine, and The Christian Post. She has a forthcoming book titled Live Your Truth and Other Lies: Exposing Popular Deceptions That Make Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-Obsessed. You can connect with Alisa online at alisachilders.com.
John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of Live No Lies, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, and four previous books. He's also the Founder and Teacher of Practicing the Way, a simple, beautiful way to integrate spiritual formation into your church or small group. Prior to starting Practicing the Way, he spent almost twenty years pastoring Bridgetown Church in Portland, OR, and working out discipleship to Jesus in the post-Christian West.
Josh Ryan Butler is lead pastor of Redemption Church Tempe, a thriving church near Arizona State University, one of the largest colleges in the country. He is the author of the acclaimed books The Skeletons in God's Closet and The Pursuing God His forthcoming book, Beautiful Union: How God's Vision for Sex Points Us to the Good, Unlocks the True, and (Sort Of) Explains Everything, releases April 2023. Join Josh Ryan at the "Sex & Truth" lab sessions during the event.
Jay Kim is lead pastor of WestGate Church, a thriving church in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. He is the author of Analog Church and Analog Christian, and has been featured in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Missio Alliance, and Relevant Magazine. He serves on the leadership team of the ReGeneration Project and co-hosts the ReGen Podcast with Isaac Serrano.
Isaac Serrano is the lead teaching pastor of South Valley Community Church in Gilroy, California. He serves on the leadership team of the ReGeneration Project and co-hosts the ReGen Podcast with Jay Kim. He holds a doctoral degree from Evangelical Seminary and is an adjunct professor of theology at Western Seminary.
Dr. Gerry Breshears has been professor of theology at Western Seminary since 1980. In addition to teaching and lecturing at a number of colleges, churches, and seminaries around the world, he has several published works in the form of books, articles, and more. The impact has been far and wide, which is why his students lovingly refer to him as "the legend." Join Gerry at the "Ask a Professor Anything" lunch lab session during the event.
Megan serves as the Student Life Director and Bible teacher at Trinity Christian High School in Monterey, CA. She holds a BA Counseling/Theology minor from The Masters University and a Certificate of Women’s Ministry. Megan is a student at Western Seminary, pursuing her M.A. Ministry and Leadership degree and is a currently one of the main writers for Trochia Ministries, an online resource designed to equip followers of Jesus to understand and apply God’s Word to their life. Hear from Megan at the "Why Trust The Bible" lab sessions during the event.
Yolanda currently serves as the Children's Ministry Director and Kruz Kids Director at Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA, overseeing all kids aged infant-5th grade. Yolanda's undergraduate degree is in non-profit management and is a current theology student at Western Seminary. Hear from Yolanda at the "Bay Area Church Leaders Forum" lunch lab session during the event.
Dawn currently serves at the Lead Director of Staff, Operations and Family Ministries at Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, CA. She graduated from Bethany University with a Teaching Credential and Masters in Teaching. She and her husband, Brian, have been a part of Vintage Faith Church since 2006, serving in various ministries throughout the years. Hear from Dawn at the "Bay Area Church Leaders Forum" lunch lab session during the event.
Chris Nye is an author and teacher based in Portland, OR. His writing has appeared in the Washington Post, Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and various other publications. He is the author of several books including Distant God and Less of More. His latest book, A Captive Mind, is about Christianity’s relationship to ideologies. Chris graduated from Western Seminary with an M.A. Biblical and Theological Studies. After pastoring local churches for fifteen years, he is dedicating time to scholarship, teaching, and writing through his doctoral work at Duke University’s Divinity School. Join Chris for his lab sessions entitled, "A Captive Mind."
Zach Bolen is the lead musician for the Christian rock band, Citizens, from Seattle, WA. Their album, Citizens, released in 2013 saw national success and launched their career in the Christian music realm. Since that original album, Citizens has released Join the Triumph, A Mirror Dimly, Fear, and The Joy of Being along with sold-out tours in some of the biggest cities and venues nationwide. Join Zach for music worship throughout the event and for his lunch lab session "Lyrics, Songwriting, and Truth" - a Q&A about his career and spiritual journey with Christ.
Dan serves as the Lead of Staff at Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, CA. He has a Doctor of Ministry from George Fox University and a Masters degree from Western Seminary. In addition to his role at Vintage Faith Church, Dan is on the staff at Western Seminary serving as Vice President of Church Mission and Strategy and is Associate Professor of Leadership and Theology. His mission in creating the ReGeneration Project is to see younger generations truly know what and why they believe, and where asking questions, studying and learning is encouraged as a wonderful part of what it means to follow Jesus.
Ruth was born and raised in Los Angeles where she grew up asa preacher's daughter in an Assyrian home and developed a passion for serving the local church. She moved to the Bay Area in her early 20's and graduated from San Francisco State University with a BA in Communications. Ruth currently serves as the College Crew Director at WestGate Church, Saratoga Campus in San Jose, CA. We are so blessed to have Ruth emcee this year's ReGeneration Forum.
The Forum begins at 9:00 AM and will end at 5:00 PM.
Boxed lunch will be served on-site and is included in the ticket price.
