Session Topics

Forgiveness Sets

Us Free

Taking a biblical approach we will learn what forgiveness is and is not, discover how to forgive others and how the process of forgiveness brings healing and freedom.

Speaker: Lisa Dopke

Hope of the Ozarks

Come learn about the ministry offered by Hope of the Ozarks as we bring the
hope of Jesus to children of prisoners and develop leaders who will impact their world. Find ways to get involved and impact
the lives of many young people.

Speaker: Shaun Ratcliff

Benefits of Journaling

This session explores how journaling can support mental health and emotional processing. Participants will learn simple, practical ways to use writing to reduce stress, gain clarity, and better understand their thoughts and feelings.

Speaker:  Elyssa Peters, MA-SC, PLCP

Session Topics

Forgiveness Sets Us Free

Taking a biblical approach we will learn what forgiveness is and is not, discover how to forgive others and how the process of forgiveness brings healing and freedom.

Speaker: Lisa Dopke

Hope of the Ozarks

Come learn about the ministry offered by Hope of the Ozarks as we bring the
hope of Jesus to children of prisoners and develop leaders who will impact their world. Find ways to get involved and impact
the lives of many young people.

Speaker: Shaun Ratcliff

Benefits of Journaling

This session explores how journaling can support mental health and emotional processing. Participants will learn simple, practical ways to use writing to reduce stress, gain clarity, and better understand their thoughts and feelings.

Speaker: 
Elyssa Peters, MA-SC, PLCP

Fear and Anxiety Management 
Through Street Safety Awareness

Learn simple, practical ways to reduce everyday fear and anxiety by building awareness, setting boundaries, and responding calmly in public situations. Gain confidence while being in control
without becoming overwhelmed.

Speaker: Timothy J Fancher

The Grief Journey

Journey with us as we take a biblically minded walk through the neighborhoods of grief and learn hands-on skills and understanding of how the grieving process works. 

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Fear and Anxiety Management 
Through Street Safety Awareness

Learn simple, practical ways to reduce everyday fear and anxiety by building awareness, setting boundaries, and responding calmly in public situations. Gain confidence while being in control
without becoming overwhelmed.

Speaker: Timothy J Fancher

The Grief Journey

Journey with us as we take a biblically minded walk through the neighborhoods of grief and learn hands-on skills and understanding of how the grieving process works. 

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Proven Mental Health Practices

A broad introduction of managing mental health from a faith-based perspective integrating emotions, skills, and caring for our temple as we approach the elephant in the room through proven mental health practices.

Speaker: 
Cheryl Botkins, LPC, MS, NCC

Trauma Defined

Taking a biblical approach, come explore how trauma is more than just a physical hurt. Learn to identify what trauma is, how it can look in our lives and the lives of our loved ones, while learning to accept and manage painful emotions through interactive conversation. 

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Love Shouldn't Hurt

This session explores the impact of intimate partner violence and the process of healing and recovery. Participants will also learn about ALIVE, Inc., including its history, services, and how it supports individuals and families in the community.

Speaker: Karen Damiano

Proven Mental Health Practices

A broad introduction of managing mental health from a faith-based perspective integrating emotions, skills, and caring for our temple as we approach the elephant in the room through proven mental health practices.

Speaker: 
Cheryl Botkins, LPC, MS, NCC

Trauma Defined

Taking a biblical approach, come explore how trauma is more than just a physical hurt. Learn to identify what trauma is, how it can look in our lives and the lives of our loved ones, while learning to accept and manage painful emotions through interactive conversation. 

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Love Shouldn't Hurt

This session explores the impact of intimate partner violence and the process of healing and recovery. Participants will also learn about ALIVE, Inc., including its history, services, and how it supports individuals and families in the community.

Speaker: Karen Damiano

Small Hearts,
Big Experiences:
Understanding Trauma In Children

This session explores how children respond to trauma and how those reactions can differ from what we see in adults. Participants will learn how trauma symptoms can overlap with other mental health concerns, along with practical ways to better understand behaviors and support children at home, in school, and in clinical settings.

Speaker: Sara Schmitz, M.Ed, LPC

Quiet Confidence in a Toxic Workplace

This session teaches practical ways to navigate difficult coworkers, passive-aggressive behavior, and workplace stress without losing your peace. Drawing from ancient principles of martial arts and personal safety, participants will learn how to build quiet confidence, set healthy boundaries, and stay calm, professional, and in control in real-world situations.

Speaker: Timothy J Fancher

Personal Stories of Healing

Come together and hear real experiences that show us that we are not alone.

Shaun

Join Shaun as he shares his journey from one of the lowest points in his life to now leading and serving teens through a camp focused on hope and healing.

Paul

Hear from Paul about his personal journey of mental health and recovery through Celebrate Recovery.

Randall

Learn how Randall, lead singer of We are Vessel uses music as part of his mental health journey, followed by a live concert experience.

Personal Stories of Healing:

Come together and hear real experiences that show us that we are not alone.

Shaun

Join Shaun as he shares his journey from one of the lowest points in his life to now leading and serving teens through a camp focused on hope and healing.

Paul

Hear from Paul about his personal journey of mental health and recovery through Celebrate Recovery.

Randall

Learn how Randall, lead singer of We are Vessel uses music as part of his mental health journey, followed by a live concert experience.

Lament:
Writing Through Pain

Explore how writing can be used to process grief, pain, and difficult emotions through the practice of lament. Drawing from a biblical perspective, participants will learn simple ways to express honest emotions and find meaning in the midst of hardship.

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Anxiety Disorders in
Children and Adolescents

This workshop will provide a description of various anxiety disorders that affect youth, including how to distinguish them from normal childhood worries and fears, and will provide practical strategies to support children and teens who experience anxiety. 

Speaker:  Dr. Melissa Rothschild, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist

Lament:
Writing Through Pain

Explore how writing can be used to process grief, pain, and difficult emotions through the practice of lament. Drawing from a biblical perspective, participants will learn simple ways to express honest emotions and find meaning in the midst of hardship.

Speaker:  Lisa Dopke

Anxiety Disorders in
Children and Adolescents

This workshop will provide a description of various anxiety disorders that affect youth, including how to distinguish them from normal childhood worries and fears, and will provide practical strategies to support children and teens who experience anxiety. 

Speaker:  Dr. Melissa Rothschild, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist

The 7 Golden Rules of Child Safety and Anti Trafficking  Education

This session equips parents with simple, practical ways to teach children real-world safety skills without creating fear. Participants will learn
age-appropriate strategies, how to recognize early warning signs, and ways to build ongoing family conversations around safety and awareness.

Speaker: Timothy J Fancher

The 7 Golden Rules of Child Safety and Anti Trafficking  Education

This session equips parents with simple, practical ways to teach children real-world safety skills without creating fear. Participants will learn age-appropriate strategies, how to recognize early warning signs, and ways to build ongoing family conversations around safety and awareness.

Speaker: Timothy J Fancher