FaithLaunch 2024: Seeking Godly Peace
This past October, young believers gathered at the serene Bongiorno Conference Center in Carlisle, Pennsylvania for a transformative weekend focused on finding peace in an anxious world. Under the guidance of keynote speaker Bro. Bill Link from Baltimore, participants aged 18-35 explored various pathways to spiritual tranquility.
The weekend featured six comprehensive workshops, each offering unique perspectives on finding and maintaining godly peace:
Peace through Music - Led by Levi Myers, this workshop explored how music can create moments of spiritual connection and tranquility.
Peace through Nature - Bill & Carol Link guided participants in discovering God's peace through His creation, helping them find spiritual renewal in the natural world.
Rewriting our Brains - Hannah Link shared insights into how we can transform our thought patterns and develop a more peace-centered mindset through faith and practice.
Peace through Spiritual Strategies - Joseph Fordham shared concrete techniques for developing and maintaining spiritual peace in daily life.
Peace through Mentorship - Paul Elliot & Marcia Smoke explored the vital role of spiritual mentorship in fostering lasting peace and growth.
Peace Through a Mental Health Plan - Leah Ruhland provided practical guidance for maintaining mental wellness as part of our spiritual journey.
Drawing inspiration from Jesus's words in John 14:27, the conference provided a refreshing counterpoint to today's polarized world. In a time of political, environmental, social, and moral challenges, FaithLaunch 2024 offered participants tools to stay anchored in the Hope of the Gospel.
The gathering embodied the essence of FaithLaunch's mission: helping young adults transform their faith into daily practice. As attendees departed, they carried with them not just memories, but practical strategies for seeking and maintaining the peace that surpasses all understanding.
"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." - John 14:27
FaithLaunch is an annual event, designed for those 18-35 years of age who are eager to put their faith into practice.
FaithLaunch 2024 Resources
ABOUT FAITHLAUNCH CONFERENCE
FaithLaunch features short presentations, discussion groups, faith mentor presentations, planning sessions, and musical praise. Participants work together, exploring in-depth themes central to faith, and forming their own practical action plan to guide their journey of faith. The event also features mentorship opportunities, musical praise, fellowship, and fun.
Participants are provided the time and resources to:
Develop the tools that will help you build your faith. The faith-building tools are Self-Assessment, Scriptural Understanding, Prayer, Community, Cultural Awareness, and Contemplation
Build a strong faith support network
Grow meaningful friendships
Participate in a personal mentorship program
Develop a personal faith action plan
FEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS FAITHLAUNCH PARTICIPANTS
“I have found the entire program to be incredibly beneficial.”
“No matter what accomplishments we have in life we all need to have help, encouragement, and motivation.”
“It was an exceptionally well-done program; it was a cup of cold water that couldn’t have come at a better time.”
“Our spiritual family is incredibly valuable and having deep and meaningful spiritual conversations strengthens everyone's faith.”
“We were paired with mentors who shared valuable friendship and Godly wisdom and counsel.”
“Having a monthly chat with my mentor about where I am and where I'm trying to get to, it helps me to keep making progress and not give up.”
“Having a mentor is worth the investment.”
