students.axisnation.orgAxis Nation 2017 | July 31 - August 3

THE LINE UP OUR TEAM CONFERENCE INFO REGISTER NOW THE LINE UP OUR TEAM CONFERENCE INFO REGISTER NOW 5 home,page-template,page-template-full_width,page-template-full_width-php,page,page-id-5,ajax_fade,page_not_loaded,,qode-title-hidden,qode-theme-ver-10.1.1,hide_inital_sticky,wpb-js-composer js-comp-ver-5.0.1,vc_responsive JULY 31-AUGUST 3, 2017 • THE LIFE CHURCH • MEMPHIS, TN THE LINE UP OUR TEAM CONFERENCE INFO REGISTER OUR PASTORS John & Leslie Siebeling Lead Pastors John and Leslie Siebeling are the founders and lead pastors of The Life Church, a thriving, multicultural body of believers committed to serving people, developing leaders and impacting generations. Their passion for building God’s House began early, faithfully volunteering in their local church as young people in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After serving for many years, John became the college pastor at his local church until he and Leslie moved to Kenya, Africa as missionaries. They’ve kept with them a passion for the next generation and have always had a vision to see young people leading in church and in their spheres of influence. The Axis Nation Youth Conference was birthed out of that desire and heart and Pastors John & Leslie continue to make room for young people in everything they do. SPEAKERS Chris Durso Chris Durso and his wife, Yahris, are the youth pastors at Misfit NYC, where together with their team passionately lead the next generation of New York City every Friday night from Christ Tabernacle church in Queens, NY. At Misfit NYC, they seek to make the truth of Jesus Chris famous, relevant, and attractive. Every Friday, their team of young people pursues this goal through their talents and gifting’s used in the countless ministry opportunities offered at Misfit NYC. For the past three years, Misfit NYC has hosted Misfit The Conference throughout NYC. At conference, speakers, leaders, and Misfits from all over the world join the team for a weekend of growth, networking, and fun all in the name of Jesus, making him known. While Misfit The Conference is always a life changing experience for Misfits from all corners of the earth, at Misfit NYC, they don’t just exist for a conference once a year. They live and serve for every and any opportunity to reach the youth around them, especially on a Friday night. Christine Caine Christine Caine is an Australian born, Greek blooded, lover of Jesus, activist, author and international speaker. Her primary passion is to make Jesus’ last command her first priority by giving her all to see the lost saved and to build the local church – globally. Christine also has a passion for justice, and together with her husband, founded the anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign. In 2015, they also founded Propel Women, an organization designed to honor the calling of every woman, empower her to lead, equip her for success and develop a sense of God-given purpose. Powered by hot, extra-dry, skinny, cappuccinos, Christine is a lover of words who speaks too fast, talks too much, and also writes them down. Her most recent book is, Unashamed: Drop the Baggage, Pick Up Your Freedom, Fulfill Your Destiny. Jabin Chavez Jabin Chavez Ministries is a multi-cultural and multi-generational ministry that is helping lead people to Jesus around the world. From youth services, leadership conferences, Sunday services and worship team training. Jabin is a highly sought after communicator and worship leader whose relevant and prophetic ministry has been a blessing to the body of Christ for years. Jabin began leading worship at the age of thirteen and has been in full-time ministry since 2002. He loves the local church and has played many roles on church teams including: worship pastor, youth and young adult pastor (where they ministered to upwards of 700 students weekly), intern director, creative director, and janitor! Besides Jabin’s extensive travel schedule of preaching and leading worship; he is also on the creative and teaching team at his home church, Free Chapel OC, lead by Pastor Jentezen Franklin. Jabin and his wife Shanen live in beautiful Newport Beach, California. Jabin has released two Worship EPs We Sing” and Awakening Live. Ben Gomez Ben Gomez is an Assistant Professor & Director of Youth Ministry Studies at Southeastern University and he and his wife, Jessica, have a beautiful daughter, Olivia. Ben is a passionate advocate for undergraduate students in universities. He hopes his work can contribute to better understanding emerging adults—which he believes are one of the most misunderstood groups of people in our churches today—and provide more meaningful ways for faith communities to support them in one of the most important periods in their lives. Ben currently teaches the following courses at SEU: Christ, Culture and the University, Youth Ministry, Spiritual Formation of Families, Family Ministry, Moot Court, and Legal Studies. His goal in his educational ministry is to foster this amalgamation in all his students. Dan Lord Pastor Dan Lord has a passion for raising up leaders in God’s house and his enthusiasm for the next generation is contagious. He began in ministry as a volunteer and full-time youth pastor for 13 years in St. Louis, MO. For the last 11 years he has continued to be involved in Axis Nation as a champion for the next generation while serving on the executive pastoral team here at The Life Church. He enjoys being with his wife, Paige, and their five amazing children. Dan loves people, playing sports and eating sweets and good barbecue. He can’t wait to meet you! OUR TEAM AXIS NATION TEAM We are excited for you to join us for our Axis Nation Youth Conference July 31 – August 3! Our team is believing for our best year yet. Our heart is that young people will come and encounter God and be challenged in their faith, life and leadership. The Life Church is all about investing in the Next Generation and equipping them to live as the champions God has called them to be. We look forward to the opportunity to host you this summer in Memphis, TN. We can’t wait to meet you! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to email us at axis@thelifechurch.com . The Life Church Worship The Life Church Worship team is made up of musicians, singers and songwriters who serve at The Life Church, a thriving, multicultural church based out of Memphis, TN. Our aim is to honor God through our worship, lead people into His presence and to provide resources to local churches. CONFERENCE INFO SERVE DAY Serve Day is an in-town mini-mission trip with all kinds of serving opportunities throughout the city of Memphis. TRIBAL WARS Students will be assigned to teams during the conference and have the opportunity to help their team win Tribal War games. Breakout Sessions We’ll have breakouts where students will learn from leaders and have group discussions and Bible study. General Info Date July 31 – August 3, 2017 Location The Life Church 1800 N Germantown Pkwy. Cordova, TN 38016 Phone (901)751-0095 Registration Rates Early Rate: $65 per person – ends April 17 Regular Rate: $75 per person – ends June 26 Late Rate: $90 per person – after June 26 Tentative Schedule Monday Evening Session 6:00p Axis student check-in 6:30p Auditorium doors open 10:30p Student pickup Tuesday–Thursday 8:30a–2:30p Check-in and day events 2:30a–6:30p Afternoon break 6:30p–10:30p Check-in, evening service & activities Student Info Things to bring: Bible, notebook and a pen! Spending money for the Axis Nation store and concessions. A great attitude and a teachable spirit! Things NOT to bring: Leave at home anything that would distract you (iPods, computers, games, etc.) Cell phones are not to be used during conference hours. Things to Wear: Come dressed modestly – shorts should not be higher than mid thigh and shirt straps should be at least 1 inch wide. Daytime – appropriate for outdoor activities. Massive Serve Day – clothes that you can work in and...