HCYC25

Join us on May 23-24, 2025, for a youth conference designed to help you grow in your faith, build meaningful connections, and gain practical tools to live for Jesus. Open to students currently in grades 7-12. Hosted at Hope City Church, Mill Woods Campus.

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ABOUT

Get ready for a powerful weekend designed to help you grow in your faith, build real connections, and be equipped to live for Jesus! This conference is filled with engaging sessions, dynamic worship, and interactive breakouts. If you’re in grades 7-12, don’t miss this chance to be challenged, encouraged, and inspired!


THEME

Vintage Church takes us back to the origins of the church in Acts—a community built on passion, purpose, and God’s Word. The early believers gathered, prayed, and lived out their faith in a way that transformed the world.

This year’s theme challenges us to rediscover that same authentic faith, where church isn’t just a place we go but a movement we’re part of. As we look back at the early church, we see that God’s mission remains the same today—calling us to worship, community, and a life of impact.


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Schedule

FRIDAY 

  • 5:30 PM - Registration opens
  • 7:00 PM - Pre-show 
  • 7:30 PM - Main Session
  • 9:00 PM - Snack
  • 10:30 PM - Doors locked

SATURDAY

  • 9:00 AM - Check-in
  • 10:00 AM - Pre-show
  • 10:30 AM - Main Session
  • 12:00 PM - Lunch
  • 1:30 PM - Workshops & Activities
  • 2:30 PM – Break
  • 3:00 pm - Workshops & Activities
  • 4:00 PM - Break
  • 4:30 PM – Supper (On your own)*
  • 6:30 PM - Pre-show
  • 7:00 PM - Main Session
  • 9:30 PM - Doors locked

* Saturday Supper: We encourage pastors and leaders to go out with their students to connect over dinner. There are a variety of food options within walking distance.


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Guests

Ruben Valeny

Speaker

Ruben is one of the young adults pastors at Hope City church in Edmonton, AB. He’s spent 10 years working and pastoring the next generation in different capacities. He loves to champion them and believes they’re never too young to understand what God has in store for them. Ruben and his wife are together on this thing called life and God’s adventure and cannot wait to speak to family here at the Hope City Youth Conference!

Ruben Valeny

Project Worship

Worship Team

The Project Worship is a collective of young adults passionate about worshiping Jesus and leading others into His presence. With hearts set on loving Him deeply, they create a space where people can encounter God in a real and powerful way. Through music, they seek to inspire authentic worship, unity, and a deeper connection with Jesus.

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Breakout Speakers

Mark MacKnight

“What am I gunna do with my life?” 
We all ask this question at some point—but what if the answer isn’t just about a career or a plan, but about following God’s calling? In this breakout, we’ll explore how to discover the purpose God has for you, what it means to let Him lead, and how to take steps in faith toward the future He has for you.

Mark MacKnight

Matt Baker

“Why do I Hate my Parents?” 

Family can be complicated. Whether it’s conflict, hurt, or feeling misunderstood, the struggle is real. In this breakout, Matt shares his personal story of navigating a broken family and the pain that comes with it. Through it all, he found hope in Jesus—and you can too. Come discover how to find healing, peace, and a way forward, even in the mess.

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Ryan Wegner

"Heart of Worship"

Worship is more than just music—it’s a lifestyle. In this breakout, Ryan will unpack what it truly means to have a heart of worship, how to cultivate a deeper connection with God, and how worship shapes our daily lives. Whether you’re a musician or just someone who wants to grow in your faith, this session will help you discover the power of worship beyond the songs we sing.

Ryan Wegner

Abbey Martin

"Netflix is Ruining my Life"

What we fill our minds with shapes our hearts, our choices, and our faith. From social media to gaming to the shows we binge, everything we consume either draws us closer to God or pulls us further from Him. In this breakout, we’ll explore what it means to fix our minds on what is holy, righteous, and pure—and how choosing holiness isn’t about missing out, but about stepping into the life God has called us to live

Abbey Martin

Grant Dykstra

“How do I Defend my Faith?”

Ever been put on the spot and asked about what you believe? In this interactive apologetics session, we’ll tackle tough questions and equip you with practical tools to confidently share and defend your faith. Through real conversations and honest answers, you’ll learn how to stand firm in truth while engaging others with love and wisdom.

Grant Dykstra

Katie Nguyen

"Hearing God" 

Do you ever feel unsure about how to hear God’s voice in your life? In this breakout session, we’ll dive into what it means to listen for God and how to recognize when He’s speaking to you. You’ll learn simple and practical ways to connect with God, discover His guidance, and grow in your faith. Join us to find out how to tune in to what God wants to say to you!

Katie Nguyen

Registration

Early Bird, March 1 - May 1: $40
Regular Rate, May 1 - May 9: $55
Late Registration, May 9 - May 16: $70 


Date: May 23-24, 2025

Location: Hope City Church, Mill Woods Campus – 2225 66 Street NW, Edmonton.

REGISTRATION CLOSES MAY 16 AT 11:59PM

*The registration fee covers general admission, as well as snacks and lunch on Saturday. The only additional costs students should expect are for Saturday dinner and any optional concession purchases.

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Volunteer

Students from across Edmonton and beyond will gather for a powerful weekend at Hope City Youth Conference—a time to encounter God, grow in their faith, build meaningful connections, and gain practical tools to live for Jesus.

Imagine the impact we can make when we come together to create space for these life-changing moments. We’d love for you to be part of that story! Join our team and help us shape an experience where students can encounter God in a real and lasting way. Together, we can make a difference far beyond the weekend!

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