YES! is a weekend conference to inspire and equip churches and their student ministries to be on mission for God.
Students and their leaders will be challenged to know the GOSPEL, be a person of INFLUENCE in their culture, and GO into their communities and schools to reach people. YES! will have both engaging worship and practical breakouts led by student ministry leaders across the state.
When
February 6-7, 2026
Where
Hillvue Heights Baptist Church
Bowling Green, KY
Who
Middle & High School Students and Student Ministry Leaders
Looking for a place to stay during YES?
Speaker: Shane Pruitt
Shane serves as the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board (NAMB). He is also one of the hosts of The Gensend Podcast.
Worship Band: Hillvue Heights
This team from Hillvue Heights loves worshipping the Lord weekly in their church to lead others closer to God.
Schedule
Friday*
6:00 p.m. – Doors Open
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. – On Stage Games in Worship Center
7:00 – 8:15 p.m. – Main Session #1
8:15 – 8:30 p.m. – Break
8:30 – 9:10 p.m. – Breakout #1
9:10 – 9:25 p.m. – Break
9:25 – 10:05 p.m. – Breakout #2
10:05 – 10:50 p.m. – Church Group Time
10:50 p.m. – Dismiss from Church Groups
11:05 p.m. – Building Closed
Saturday*
8:30 a.m. – Doors Open
9:00 – 10:15 a.m. – Main Session #2
10:30 – 11:10 a.m. – Breakout #3
11:10 – 11:25 a.m. – Break
11:25 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. – Main Session #3
12:35 p.m. – Dismissal
*All times local – CST
Breakouts
Reading and Understanding God’s Word
Unlocking the Bible through observation, interpretation, and application.
Leader: Jonathan Brewster, Burlington Baptist
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2014 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
When Effort Isn’t Enough
Turning from self-reliance to moment-by-moment dependance on His Spirit.
Leader: Conner Coyle, Commonwealth City Church
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2008 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
The Text That Leads to Transformation
Encountering the Word of God changes everything.
Leader: Owen Hawthorne, Briensburg Baptist
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2009 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
The Church and Me
Discover how your church impacts your life as a Christian.
Leader: Will Hughes, Hurstbourne Baptist
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2010 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
Daily Disciplines for Gospel Ministry
Learn to grow in the spiritual discipline of daily devotions.
Leader: Noah Norsworthy, FBC Paducah
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2011 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
Once Saved, Always Saved?
Exploring the truth behind eternal security.
Leader: Brett Powell, FBC Shelbyville
Category: Gospel
Location: Room 2012 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
Maintaining Spiritual Vitality
Providing practical helps to encourage consistency in our spiritual disciplines.
Leader: Harold Best, KBC
Category: Gospel
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 2019 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
From Ministry Flame to Flicker
Learn principles in managing burnout so you can bounce back and burn bright again.
Leader: Ian Carrico, KBC
Category: Gospel
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 2020 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
Faith in the Fog
Trusting God when doubt and fear creep in.
Leader: Jonathan Chapman, FBC Owensboro
Category: Influence
Location: Room 0002 – Children & Youth Building Lower Level
Faith That Makes Sense
Answering tough questions with truth and grace.
Leader: Jacob Dunn, Valley Creek
Category: Influence
Location: Chapel – Chapel Building 2nd Floor
Friends That Build You Up
Choosing relationships that grow your faith.
Leader: Jeremy Heming, Eastwood Baptist
Category: Influence
Location: Room 0015 – Children & Youth Building Lower Level
Multiply as You Move
Paul’s model for relational influence.
Leader: Caitlyn Howell, Immanuel Baptist (Williamsburg)
Category: Influence
Location: Room 4100 – Children & Youth Building 1st Floor
Bibles Before Scrolling
Prioritizing daily Scripture intake to influence those around you.
Leader: Sara Robinson, KBC
Category: Influence
Location: Room 2013 – Children & Youth Building 2nd Floor
Post with Purpose
Using your feed to reflect your faith.
Leader: Michael Shearon, New Work Fellowship
Category: Influence
Location: Room 300-301-302 – Administration Building 3rd Floor
From Message to Movement
Turning teaching moments into gospel invitations.
Leader: Andrew Eaton, KBC
Category: Influence
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 212 – Administration Building 2nd Floor
Family First, Gospel Always
Equipping families to grow in faith together.
Leader: Andy McDonald, KBC
Category: Influence
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 213 – Administration Building 2nd Floor
The Rhythm of Worship
Knowing God’s design and rhythm of worship can fuel passionate worship in you, and your church.
Leader: Matthew Bone, FBC Pikeville
Category: Go
Location: Room 3011 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
Final Words, First Work
Learning why and how we make the final words of Jesus the first work of our lives.
Leader: Jessica Bouland, Heartland Church
Category: Go
Location: Room 3012-3013 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
Is God Calling Me?
Discerning God’s direction for life and leadership.
Leader: Casey Puckett, Beaver Dam Baptist
Category: Go
Location: Room 3003 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
Game Plan for the Gospel
Take the gospel to your classmates, teammates, and school activities.
Leader: TJ Renfro, FBC Bowling Green
Category: Go
Location: Room 3014-3015 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
Testimony in Two Minutes
Learn to tell your story with impact and purpose.
Leader: Dustin Rife, Immanuel Baptist (Corbin)
Category: Go
Location: Room 3016 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
The ABC’s of Evangelism
Having the right attitude and outlook when sharing the gospel.
Leader: Jesse Wright, FBC Richmond
Category: Go
Location: Room 3017 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
Our Jerusalem: Where Missions Begins
Building a missions culture by starting locally.
Leader: Cory Bledsoe, KBC
Category: Go
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 211 – Administration Building 2nd Floor
Journey with Me: Keys for Small Group Discipling
Growing students as disciples through 7 intentional practices.
Leader: Darryl Wilson, KBC
Category: Go
Exclusions: Adults Only
Location: Room 3018 – Children & Youth Building 3rd Floor
