Join our Keynote, Lindsey Medenwaldt, to go deeper into Apologetics. Learn what it means to be a Christian and defend Christianity as the one Way to God in the midst of so many world religions. Cover basic apologetic arguments and themes while addressing skepticism and doubt.

Lindsey Medenwaldt is the Director of Ministry Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics and an adjunct professor at Northwestern College (she will be full-time starting this fall!). She has a master’s degree in apologetics and ethics from Denver Seminary, as well as a master’s in public administration and a law degree. She’s the author of Bridge-Building Apologetics (Harvest House, 2024). She’s an editor and author for the Christian Research Journal, an editor for Women in Apologetics, and a member of the Pelican Project. She has also contributed to various writing projects, including a chapter about the Jehovah’s Witnesses to the Popular Handbook of World Religions (Harvest House, 2021). Lindsey and her husband, Jay (who is also an apologist), have been married for 18 years. They live with their daughters in Iowa.

Our thoughts shape our lives, yet many of us are trapped in negative patterns formed by past experiences and hurtful words. In this workshop, explore how the brain forms ingrained neuropathways within our body and how, through God's truth, we can break free from toxic thinking. Using biblical principles, including the call to renew our minds (Romans 12:2), learn practical ways to replace lies with God's promises and embrace the freedom of a transformed mind.

Gina Kennedy is the CEO and Executive Director of the Pregnancy Resource Center of Cambridge and Lex Specialty Clinics, where she has served for over 20 years. With a background in Healthcare, Business Management, Organizational Leadership, and Biblical Counseling, Gina is passionate about supporting families and communities. In addition to her leadership role, Gina is a professional speaker and published author, sharing insights on faith, family, and leadership. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, Tom, for 43 years, and together they are blessed with four adult children, fourteen grandchildren, and a special journey of parenting their 20-year-old grandson Tyler, who has Down Syndrome. Living in East Central Minnesota, Gina and Tom continue to find joy and purpose in their family life, trusting in God’s calling every step of the way.

Our kids are living in a culture driven by worldly things that can easily lead them astray. This session helps adults teach kids about how they can live their faith confidently even if the world tells them they are wrong. Adults should walk away with more knowledge and assurance that they can have (and should have) these discussions with the kids they care about.

Lindsey Medenwaldt is the Director of Ministry Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics and an adjunct professor at Northwestern College (she will be full-time starting this fall!). She has a master’s degree in apologetics and ethics from Denver Seminary, as well as a master’s in public administration and a law degree. She is the author of Bridge-Building Apologetics (Harvest House, 2024). She’s an editor and author for the Christian Research Journal, an editor for Women in Apologetics, and a member of the Pelican Project. She has also contributed to various writing projects, including a chapter about the Jehovah’s Witnesses to the Popular Handbook of World Religions (Harvest House, 2021). Lindsey and her husband, Jay (who is also an apologist), have been married for 18 years. They live with their daughters in Iowa.

Join LaRae as she takes you through her inspiring journey from uncertainty to a purpose-driven career. Uncover your ‘why’ and explore how generosity can fuel your purpose, and see how aligning your life with your values brings clarity and joy to your calling.

LaRae Klocksien is a dedicated financial advisor with Thrivent, where her passion for helping individuals and families shines through in every plan she creates. She brings more than a decade of experience in the financial services industry. With a warm, empathetic touch, LaRae guides her clients with clarity and confidence, building secure and meaningful financial futures tailored to their dreams. Based in Cambridge, she’s deeply connected to her community and takes pride in empowering women to confidently take charge of their finances. Her clients cherish her ability to listen to their unique stories and her unwavering commitment to delivering results with integrity. Outside of work, LaRae treasures time with her husband and daughter, staying active with running and yoga, and unwinding with a good book.

Having peace in our lives personally and in our home is something we all need, but rarely have consistently. In this message, Charlene describes how to have personal peace, and how to have peace in the family through finding our purpose, having better communication with everyone in the family, and waiting on instruction from the Holy Spirit to lead us to a place of growth.

Charlene has been a school psychologist for 24 years in Minnesota. After being on the Prayer Team and leading a women’s Bible study for 3 years at Eagle Brook church, she decided to become a pastor as a second career after she retires from the school district in a few years. Charlene has raised four daughters, who are serving God in their own lives. Charlene is enrolled in the Master of Divinity program at Bethel Seminary and hopes to lead as a women’s ministry pastor and write healing books for women upon graduation. In her spare time she loves to go on mother-daughter trips with her children, spend time with her grandson, and read fiction; especially historical fiction novels.

Identify the Self-Care (vs. Self-Indulgent) choices we make when we’re overworked, underpaid, and under-pampered. Stacia will unpack (4) self-care categories with no-cost ways to boost our energy and uplift our spirits. Understanding your self-worth will help you recognize that everything you do matters, and it matters to Him.

Stacia Christenson currently serves as the women’s ministry and prayer director at Wooddale Church in Eden Prairie. She is also in her 28th year with Mary Kay Cosmetics, which allowed her to be a work from home mom while raising her girls. For several years in the season of early motherhood, she volunteered with MomCo, a ministry organization for moms (formerly known as MOPS, Int’l), and it was during that time that she discovered a new calling: presenting encouraging talks and devotions! She’s spoken on beauty from ashes, eliminating the hurry from your life, prayer, the 5 Love Languages, and more. She loves that she gets to blend her roles to help equip and encourage women: internally, externally, and eternally! Stacia is married to Kevin, and considers her most important role to date that of being mom to her sweet P’s, Peyton and Paisley. Paisley will be a junior at Minnetonka High School, and Peyton graduated from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix in April.