Confident Christianity Half Day Conference - Bishop's Stortford
2024-06-29 09:30 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Bishop’s Stortford Baptist Church, Twyford Road, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3LJ, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Bishop’s Stortford Baptist Church for a half day Confident Christianity Conference. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Confident Christianity Half Day Conference – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Tough Questions will be held on Saturday the 29th of June 2024 from 9:30am – 1:00pm (Doors open at 9:00) at Bishop’s Stortford Baptist Church. Speakers Andy Bannister and Sara Stevenson will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

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9:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions. Coffee/Tea upon arrival9:30Conference Begins: Welcome, Overview of Day, Worship Song.9:45How to talk about Jesus without Looking Like an Idiot – Andy Bannister10:10Bookstall book plug10:20Sharing your faith in a Culture Opposed to Christian Morality – Sara Stevenson10:55Coffee / Tea Break. Book Signing11:20Compassionate Evangelism: Connecting with the International Community, Asylum Seekers and Refugees – Sara Stevenson11:50Evangelism to the Apathetic – Andy Bannister12:20Q&A (35 min)12:55Close, What’s Next Flyer, Worship Song, Pray

Order Standard Tickets or Concession tickets available by donation. Email the church office below for details:

Confident Christianity Series - Larbert, Scotland
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Found Church – Larbert, Broomage Ave, Larbert, Falkirk, FK5 4NT, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Found Church – Larbert for a series of Confident Christianity Sessions – 4 in total. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

The Confident Christianity Series – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Tough Questions begins on Sunday, 15th September 2024 at the morning services at 10:00 and 11:45 and then on the following Wednesdays: 18th September, 25th September and 9th October at 7pm. Speakers Andy Bannister and Steve Osmond will share four talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A’s afterwards.

The series is FREE to attend but you do need to register as spaces are limited:

✦ Sun 15th Sept 2024 @10:00 and 11:45am worship services – Andy Bannister – How to talk about Jesus without looking like an Idiot. Booking Link: https://foundchurch.churchsuite.com/events/hebubzkf – tickets available from Monday 9th September

✦ Wed 18th Sept 2024 @6:30 for 7pm start – Andy Bannister (with Steve Osmond accompanying) – Sharing Hope in a Culture of Confusion (Coffee and Tea served on arrival) – Booking Link: https://foundchurch.churchsuite.com/events/bgjkwc5q

✦ Wed 25th Sept 2024 @6:30 for 7pm start – Steve Osmond – Where is God in the Midst of Suffering (Coffee and Tea served on arrival) – Booking Link: https://foundchurch.churchsuite.com/events/gcgjd4ur

✦ Wed 9th Oct 2024 @6:30 for 7pm start – Steve Osmond – Can God & Science co-exist? (Coffee and Tea served on arrival) – Booking Link: https://foundchurch.churchsuite.com/events/tgzh08qw

You are warmly invited to join us for this exciting event aimed to help you share the good news of Jesus with the people in your life.

Confident Christianity Half Day Conference - Penzance
2024-10-12 15:00 - 18:00 | Discovery Church Penzance, 62 Morrab Road (the old Penzance Library), Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4EP, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Discovery Church Penzance for a Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Tough Questions. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

The conference will be held at Discovery Church Penzance on Saturday, 12th October 2024 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm (doors open at 2:30pm). Speaker Andy Bannister will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A sessions.

14:30Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions15:00Conference Begins: Welcome and Announcements15:05Introductions15:10How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot? – Andy Bannister15:50Sexuality and Identity – is Christianity Oppressive?16:15Coffee / Tea Break (30 min)16:45Q&A (25 min) on first 2 sessions17:10How Can we Make Sense of Suffering?17:40Q&A (15 min)17:55What’s Next Flyer, Prayer and Close

Tickets are £5 and you can register at: https://discoverychurchpenzance.churchsuite.com/events/4d6a89rm.

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Guernsey
2024-10-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Eldad Elim Church, Eldad Elim Church, Union Street, Guernsey, GY1 2PS
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Eldad Elim Pentecostal Church for a Confident Christianity Evening Session – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Uncertainty. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

This Confident Christianity Evening Session will be held on Wednesday the 16th of October 2024 from 19:00 – 21:00pm (Doors open at 18:30) at Eldad Elim Church – Guernsey. Speaker Andy Bannister will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

18:30Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions19:00Welcome: Praise, Prayer and Intro to Andy19:10How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister19:50Jesus and the failures of the church – Andy20:20Q&A (35 min)20:55Wrap it up: What’s Next Flyer, Prayer and Close

Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference - Bury
2024-10-26 09:30 - 13:00 | Radcliffe Road Baptist Church, Radcliffe Road, Bury, BL9 9LH, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?
Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?
Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Radcliffe Road Baptist Church for a Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

The conference will be held at Radcliffe Road Baptist on Saturday, 26th October 2024 from 09:30 – 13:00 (doors open at 09:00). Speakers Andy Bannister and Gavin Matthews will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

09:00
Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions

09:30
Welcome

09:40
How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister

10:05
Stretch Break

10:10
The Biblical Basis for Apologetics – Gavin Matthews

10:45
Refreshments

11:15
Reaching the Apathetic & Disinterested – Gavin Matthews

11:40
Stretch Break

11:45
Five Steps to Answer Any Tough Questions – Andy Bannister

12:10
Stretch Break

12:15
Q&A (40 min)

12:55
What’s Next Flyer, Prayer & Close

This is a ticketed event. Tickets available here.

Confident Christianity Conference - Ayr
2024-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Riverside Church – Ayr, John Street, Ayr, KA8 0BS, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Riverside Church – Ayr for a full day Confident Christianity Conference! We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Confident Christianity Conference – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Uncertainty will be held on Saturday the 26th of October 2024 from 10:00am – 16:00pm (Doors open at 9:30 for a 10:00 start). Speakers Steve Osmond, Ben Thomas and Gareth Black will share the talks in the schedule below plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

09:30Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions10:00Welcome, Overview of Day, Worship10:10Devotion – Minister – Short intro to first speaker10:20Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond10:50Is the gospel really good news for my LGBT+ neighbour? – Ben Thomas11:25Coffee / Tea Break11:50Hope & Heartache: Where is God in Suffering? – Gareth Black12:15Bookstall Book plug12:20Lunch (50 minutes)13:10Gather after Lunch, Worship13:15Can science & God co-exist? – Steve13:40How can the church be more welcoming to people who are same-sex attracted without compromising biblical orthodoxy? – Ben14:15Forgiveness in an Age of Outrage – Gareth14:40Coffee Break15:00Q&A15:50Closing, Worship and prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this exciting event aimed to help you share the good news of Jesus with the people in your life.

Order your Tickets here (includes Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks, Home Baking, etc – but please bring your own lunch) £10 per person. £5 for students. Please note that there is a full Childrens programme available so that parents can also attend while their children are looked after. Just register your child(ren) with the free childs ticket.

Come join us on Saturday the 26th of October 2024!

Friday Youth Event! Riverside Ayr Church is also hosting a youth event on Friday the 25th of October at 7pm. Steve Osmond will be speaking on ‘Is Belief in God just Blind Faith?’ and all secondary aged youth are welcome. Refreshments served afterwards from 8:30 to 9pm. Please contact Sara Green on sara.green@riverside-ayr.org for more details.

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Coleraine, NI
2025-01-14 19:30 - 21:30 | The Sandel Centre, 6 Knocklynn Road, Coleraine, BT52 1WT, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with several Coleraine Churches for a Confident Christianity Evening Session. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Confident Christianity Evening Session – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Uncertainty will be held on Tuesday the 14th of January 2025 from 19:30 – 21:30pm (Doors open at 19:00) at The Sandel Centre. Speaker Andy Bannister will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

19:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions19:30Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song, Prayer and Introduction to Andy19:35How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister20:10Coffee/Tea Break20:30The Master Question Asker: Learning from Jesus’ Approach to Evangelism – Andy21:00Q&A with Andy21:30Close

This is a free event!

Confident Christianity Morning - Hampstead
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | St Luke’s Hampstead, Kidderpore Avenue, Hampstead, London, NW3 7SU, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to Muslim friends and neighbours daunting?
Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?
Well, you’re not alone! Most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with St John’s Downshire Hill and St Luke’s Hampstead for a Confident Christianity Morning. We will help you become confident and empowered to share your faith more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

The Confident Christianity Morning will be held on Saturday 8th March 2025 from 10am to 12pm (doors open at 9:30am). Speaker Andy Bannister will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

How To Talk to Muslim Friends About Jesus
Answering the Questions of Our Muslim Friends

You are warmly invited to join us for this event! Tickets available here for £5.

Confident Christianity Conference - Dundee, Broughty Ferry
2025-03-22 09:30 - 15:40 | Broughty Baptist Building, 86 St. Vincent Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee, DD5 2EZ
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Broughty Free Church (formerly Broughty Ferry Presbyterian Church) for a Confident Christianity Full Day Conference. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Confident Christianity Conference – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Uncertainty will be held on Saturday the 22nd of March 2025 from 9:30am – 15:40pm (Doors open at 9:00 for a 9:30 start). Speakers Andy Bannister, Steve Osmond and Gavin Matthews will share the talks in the schedule below plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

You are warmly invited to join us for this exciting event aimed to help you share the good news of Jesus with the people in your life.

9:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions9:30Conference Begins: Welcome, Overview of Day, Worship Song9:40Devotion – Minister9:50Conversations that Count – Steve10:20A Biblical Basis for Apologetics – Gavin10:55Coffee / Tea Break : Call folks back.11:20Ideas Have Consequences: Why Your Choice of Worldview Matters – Andy11:50Q&A12:20Lunch (1 hour)13:20Gather after Lunch, Worship Song13:25What about the Bible – Fact or Fairy Tale? – Steve13:55If God, why suffering? – Gavin14:20Coffee Break (15 min)14:35Jesus in Islam: Point of Islam or Point of Difference? – Andy15:05Q&A15:35Closing, Worship Song 3, What’s Next Flyer, prayer

Confident Christianity Series - Dundee
2025-03-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Central Baptist Church, 8 Ward Road, Dundee, DD1 1LX, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Central Baptist Church – Dundee for a Confident Christianity Series – Sharing the Gospel in an Age of Tough Questions. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

The series of events will take place at Central Baptist, starting on Wednesday, 12th March 2025. Steve Osmond will launch the series with two talks: Conversations that Count and 5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions. The series will continue on the 19th and 26th of March, with Steve presenting more practical and biblical content and leading a workshop session designed to help you build confidence in sharing your faith. Each evening will include a Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to ask your questions directly. Here is the full schedule:

12th March @7:30pm

Conversations that Count

5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions

Q&A

19th March @7:30pm

The Importance of Audience: Engaging with Secular Culture

Workshop: Testimony as a Tool for Evangelism

Q&A

26th March @7:30pm

Ideas Have Consequences: Comparing Worldviews

’Meh’ – When the Gospel Meets Apathy

Q&A

This series of events is free to attend! Hope to see you there!

Confident Christianity Half Day Conference - Canonbie
2025-05-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Canonbie United Parish Church, Canonbie, Canonbie, Dumfriesshire, DG14 0RA, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with Canonbie United Parish Church for a Confident Christianity Half Day Conference. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Confident Christianity Half Day Conference will be held on Saturday, 10th May 2025 from 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm (Doors open at 1:00 for a 1:30 start). Speakers Steve Osmond and Jared Michelson will share the following talks plus you’ll be able to ask your questions directly during the Q&A.

13:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions (Coffee/Tea upon arrival)13:30Conference Begins: Welcome and announcements13:35Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond14:00Bookstall book plug14:15Is belief in God just a projection? – Jared Michelson14:50Coffee / Tea Break15:15Is love all you need? – Jared15:455 Steps for answering tough questions – Steve16:15Q&A17:00Close

You are warmly invited to join us for this exciting event aimed to help you share the good news of Jesus with the people in your life.

Tickets are available from 15th of February and are £15 (£10 concession). There is an Early Bird Special (save £2) available until the 25th of April.

Come join us on Saturday, 10th May 2025!

Read below a longer description of the talks that will be given on the day!

Conversations that Count
Speaker: Steve Osmond
For many Christians, the thought of evangelism is something that fills them with anxiety and fear. What if there are questions that I can’t answer? What if they disagree with me? What if I just look like an idiot? Rather than trying to have all the answers, this talk will help prepare you to become better in having good conversations that will lead you to sharing your faith in Jesus more naturally and confidently.

5 Steps for Answering Tough Questions
Speaker: Steve Osmond
What do we do when we encounter a question or challenge about our faith we haven’t heard before? Do we need to master every apologetic topic before we can feel ready to stand up and share the gospel at work or university? This session will share a simple five-step framework that, with practice, you can apply to any tough question that comes up during evangelism. It will take two or three common questions and work through them to show how it works in practice.

Is Belief in God a Projection?
Speaker: Jared Michelson
How can we know God exists? Or relatedly, how can we know that belief in God isn’t just a crutch for the weak which we posit to allow us to deal with the challenges of life? What we often hear from friends and neighbours is ‘if religion works for you, that’s great’. What this implicitly assumes is a skepticism about whether we can know God, and correspondingly a merely pragmatic approach to religion. These common worries relate to important philosophical questions which we can challenge head on. We have reason to be confident that we can know God as God is.

Is Love All You Need?
Speaker: Jared Michelson
Today, many of us feel merely being kind or loving is all that is required to be a good person. We ask why the Bible includes all sorts of specific commands, some of which not only go beyond love, but seem to contradict love, even appearing to us as oppressive and overly restrictive. Surprisingly, the early church Father Augustine agrees that in a sense, love is all you need. Jesus’s identification of the greatest commandments, i.e. loving God and others, seem to say something similar. The Bible’s entire moral law is about love, but the fundamental question is ‘what does love really require,’ and are we sure we know what it means to be loving, both to others and ourselves? The aim of this talk is to show that no command in the Bible is ultimately restrictive, all are oriented to our flourishing and are about love.

Confident Christianity Evening Session – Loch Leven
2025-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Green Hotel, 2 The Muirs, Kinross, KY13 8AS, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: The Green Hotel, 2 Muirs, Kinross, KY13 8AS🎤 Speaker: Steve Osmond

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Loch Leven Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖 7:00 PM – Doors Open, Arrivals & Admissions🕡 7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:35 PM – Talk 1: 5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions – Steve Osmond☕ 8:10 PM – Coffee Break (20 min)🎙 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Why Jesus? The Uniqueness of Christ – Steve❓ 9:00 PM – Q&A Session with Steve🙏 9:25 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend, but donations to support the ministry are always welcome.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Guisborough Deanery Confident Christianity Half Day Conference
2025-06-07 09:00 - 12:30 | Emmanuel Church Hall, Macnay Street, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 1LE
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you ever worry about saying the wrong thing, or freeze when someone asks a challenging question about your faith?

You’re not alone. In our fast-paced, secular and often sceptical culture, many Christians feel unsure about how to share the good news of Jesus. That’s why Solas is partnering with the churches of the Guisborough Deanery for a Confident Christianity Half Day Conference. This event is designed to help you feel equipped, encouraged and empowered to speak about Jesus more naturally with the people in your life.

📍Location: ECHO (Emmanuel Church Hall), Macnay Street, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1LE📅 Date: Saturday 7th June 2025🕘 Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm (Doors open at 8:30am)🎟️ Tickets: Free (Just come on the day – no need to register)

Led by Steve Osmond, this half-day conference includes talks, practical workshops and times of worship and prayer. You’ll be encouraged and equipped to share your faith and respond to questions in a thoughtful and gracious way.

Schedule for the Day

08:30 – Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions09:00 – Conference Begins: Gather for Opening Worship and Sharing News from the Churches09:30 – Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond10:00 – Sharing Your Testimony (Workshop) – Steve Osmond10:40 – Coffee Break11:10 – Engaging the Apathetic – Steve Osmond11:40 – Explaining Our Theology in Simple Language (Workshop) – Steve Osmond12:20 – Group Prayer (Themed on evangelism for the area)12:30 – Wrap-Up, What’s Next Flyer, Closing Song and Prayer

Come and be encouraged, trained, and inspired as we learn together how to share the gospel in an age of tough questions.

Confident Christianity Evening Session – Denny
2025-06-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Denny Baptist Church, 32 Herbertshire Street, Denny, FK6 6HD
📍 Venue: Denny Baptist Church, Herbertshire Street, Denny, FK6 6HD🎤 Speaker: Steve Osmond

What’s the event about?

Do you ever feel unsure how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Do you find it difficult to speak about your faith in everyday conversations?

In today’s culture, sharing the gospel can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Denny Baptist Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session, designed to equip and encourage Christians to talk about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

In the first session, Steve Osmond will explore “5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions”, offering a practical framework to help you respond wisely and graciously when people raise objections to Christianity.

Later in the evening, Steve will address one of the most difficult and personal questions many of us face: “Where is God in the midst of suffering?” If God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and good—why does He allow suffering? This is not only one of the most common objections raised by sceptics, but also a deeply personal question that many Christians wrestle with. In this talk, Steve will offer a compassionate, biblically rooted response to the problem of evil and suffering—touching on intellectual objections, but focusing especially on God’s presence and love in our pain.

Throughout the evening, you’ll gain real-life examples, biblical insights, and practical tools to help you share your faith naturally, even in challenging conversations.

Evening Schedule

🕖 7:00 PM – Doors Open🕢 7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song, Prayer & Introduction to Steve🎙 7:35 PM – Talk 1: 5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions – Steve Osmond☕ 8:10 PM – Coffee Break🎙 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Where is God in the midst of suffering? – Steve Osmond❓ 9:00 PM – Q&A with Steve🙏 9:25 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps, Prayer, and Close

This event is Free to attend – No ticket required, and please do bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Sunday - Stevenage
2025-07-06 10:30 - 12:00 | Longmeadow Evangelical Church, Oaks Cross, Stevenage, SG2 8LT
📍 Venue: Longmeadow Evangelical Church, Oaks Cross, Broadwater, Stevenage SG2 8LT🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Longmeadow Evangelical Church to host a Confident Christianity Sunday. This service is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for a service of practical teaching, real-life examples, discussion and Q&A, where we’ll explore ways to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

🕡10:30 AM – Service Begins🎙 11:00 AM – Talk 1: The Power of a Question: How to start (and stay in) conversations about faith – Andy Bannister🎙 11:20 AM – Talk 2: Have you ever wondered? A new way to start conversations about your faith – Andy🙏12:00 PM – Service Ends

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Loughborough
2025-07-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Holywell Church Loughborough, Berkeley Rd, Loughborough, LE11 3SJ, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Holywell Church, Berkeley Rd, Loughborough, LE11 3SJ🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Holywell Church Loughborough to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖7:00 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:35 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕8:10 PM – Coffee Break (20 mins)🎙 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Evangelism to the apathetic & disinterested – Andy❓9:00 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:25 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Cardiff
2025-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Llanishen Evangelical Church, Heol Merlin, Llanishen, CF14 5QD
📍 Venue: Llanishen Evangelical Church, Heol Merlin, Llanishen, CF14 5QD🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Minster Christian Centre, The Bridge Church Pontprennau and Llanishen Evangelical Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖6:45 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:00 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:05 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕7:45 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🎙 8:00 PM – Talk 2: Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy❓8:40 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:00 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend, but you can register here.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Track - Keswick Convention (Week 2)
2025-07-21 09:30 - 2025-07-25 10:30 | Keswick Ministries, Keswick, CA12 5NP, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting?

Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

Well, you’re not alone! In the fast-paced, sceptical and secular culture in which we live, most of us find evangelism a bit daunting. That’s why Solas is partnering with the Keswick Convention on a Confident Christianity track. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Keswick Convention Week 2 is taking place from Saturday 19th to Friday 25th July. The four-part Confident Christianity track will be delivered by Solas speaker Andy Bannister and there will be plenty of opportunities for Q&A:

Mon 21st – 9:30 @ The Mixing Shed: How To Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like an Idiot

Tue 22nd – 9:30 @ The Mixing Shed: Engaging Apathetic Friends with the Gospel

Thu 24th – 9:30 @ The Mixing Shed: Five Steps for Answering Life’s Toughest Questions

Fri 25th – 9:30 @ The Mixing Shed: Bringing Conversations Back to Jesus

For more details, please go to: https://keswickministries.org/2025-convention-week-2/

Confident Christianity Morning Session – Isle of Lewis
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:30 | Stornoway Free Church, Kenneth Street, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2DR, United Kingdom
Do you find it difficult to start conversations about Jesus with friends, neighbours, classmates, or colleagues? Do you worry about saying the wrong thing, or being asked a tough question you can’t answer?

You’re not alone—and this event is for you!

We live in a fast-paced, sceptical, and secular culture, where many Christians feel unsure or even intimidated when it comes to evangelism. That’s why Solas is partnering once again with Back Free Church and to host another Confident Christianity Morning Session on Saturday the 23rd of August at Stornoway Free Church on the Isle of Lewis.

This session led by Steve Osmond will equip you to:

✅ Share your faith more naturally and confidently✅ Handle tough questions with wisdom and grace✅ Engage in conversations that really count

Whether you’re just beginning to think about evangelism or looking for practical tools to grow in it, you’ll find this morning session encouraging and empowering.

Event Schedule

🕜 9:30 AM – Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions🕑 10:00 AM – Morning Session Begins – Welcome, Song, Prayer🕒 10:05 AM – Talk 1: Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond☕ 10:40 AM – Coffee Break (30 mins)🕒 11:10 AM – Talk 2: The Truth About Truth – Steve Osmond❓ 11:40 AM – Q&A with SteveBring your questions—from the talks or your own conversations🙏 12:30 PM – Wrap-up, “What’s Next” Flyer, Prayer & Close

Additional Info

✅ Free to attend – No tickets required👋 Everyone is welcome – bring a friend!

Come join us on Saturday, 23rd August 2025 at Stornoway Free Church at 10:00 AM and be equipped to talk about Jesus with confidence, clarity, and compassion. We’d love to see you there!

As part of his visit to the Isle of Lewis, Steve Osmond will also be preaching on Sunday, 24th August 2025. You’re warmly invited to join us for these additional opportunities to hear God’s Word:🕚 11:00 AM – Carloway Free Church (Morning Service)🕡 6:30 PM – Stornoway Free Church (Evening Service), followed by a time of informal discussion and fellowship.

Whether you attend the Saturday session or not, you’ll be most welcome to come along and hear Steve preach on Sunday as well!

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Whitstable
2025-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Hamilton Road Evangelical Church, Hamilton Road, Whitstable, CT5 1JX, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Hamilton Road Evangelical Church, 2 Hamilton Road, Whitstable, CT5 1JX🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Hamilton Road Evangelical Church, Emmanuel Church Canterbury and Herne Bay Evangelical Free Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore ways to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖6:45 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:00 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙7:05 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕7:45 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🎙8:00 PM – Talk 2: Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy❓8:40 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:00 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Evening Session – Banstead
2025-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Woodmansterne Baptist Church, Pine Walk, Banstead, SM7 3QA, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Woodmansterne Baptist Church, Pine Walk, Banstead, SM7 3QA🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Woodmansterne Baptist Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore ways to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖6:45 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:00 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:05 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕7:45 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🎙 8:00 PM – Talk 2: Evangelism to the apathetic and disinterested – Andy❓8:40 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:00 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Antrim, NI
2025-10-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Antrim Baptist Church, 3 Greystone Link, Antrim, BT41 1QW, United Kingdom
Do you ever find it hard to share your faith with friends, family, or co-workers? Not sure how to start spiritual conversations—or worried about what to say when big questions come up?

You’re not alone—and this event is for you!

We live in a culture where talking about faith can feel awkward or intimidating. That’s why Solas is partnering with Antrim Baptist Church to bring you a Confident Christianity Evening Session—a night designed to help everyday Christians talk about Jesus with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

This engaging evening with Steve Osmond will equip you to:

✅ Start natural conversations that lead to the gospel✅ Respond to tough questions with wisdom and grace✅ Be encouraged and energised to live and speak for Christ

Whether you’re just getting started or want to grow in sharing your faith, this evening will strengthen your confidence in the good news of Jesus.

Evening Schedule

🕖 7:00 PM – Doors Open – Arrivals and Admissions🎤 7:30 PM – Session Begins: Welcome, Song, Prayer🗣️ 7:35 PM – Talk 1: Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond☕ 8:10 PM – Coffee Break (20 mins)🗣️ 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Where is God in the Midst of Suffering? – Steve Osmond❓ 9:00 PM – Q&A Session – Steve Osmond with the Chair🙏 9:25 PM – Wrap-up, “What’s Next” Flyer, Prayer & Close

Additional Info

✅ Free to attend – No ticket needed👋 Everyone is welcome – Invite a friend!

Come join us on Tuesday, 7th October at Antrim Baptist Church and be equipped to speak about Jesus in a way that connects with real people in the real world. We’d love to see you there!

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Oslo
2025-10-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Duehaugveien 5A, 0851, Oslo, Norway
📍 Venue: Duehaugveien 5A, 0851 Oslo, Norway🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with OKSL – Oslo Kristelige Studentlag to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖6:00 PM – Doors Open & Dinner🕡7:00 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:05 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕7:45 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🎙 8:00 PM – Talk 2: Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy❓8:40 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:00 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend. Details available in Norwegian here.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Half Day Conference - Helensburgh
2025-10-18 09:30 - 13:00 | Helensburgh Baptist Church, 7 East King St, Helensburgh, G84 7QQ
How can I talk about Jesus without it feeling weird—or shying away when tough questions come up?

If you dread these reactions, you’re not alone—and this morning is for you!

We live in a time where sharing our faith can feel awkward or even intimidating. That’s why Solas is partnering with Helensburgh Baptist Church to bring you a Confident Christianity Half Day Conference—a morning of talks designed to help everyday Christians speak about Jesus with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Join speakers Michael Ots and Gavin Matthews for an encouraging and practical event that will help you:

✅ Start natural conversations that lead to Jesus✅ Respond wisely to tough questions like suffering and belief in God✅ Be encouraged to live and speak for Christ in today’s culture

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow in your evangelism, this event will strengthen your confidence in the good news of the gospel.

🗓️ Morning Schedule

🕘 9:00 AM – Doors Open – Arrivals, Tea/Coffee on arrival🎤 9:30 AM – Conference Begins: Welcome, Worship Song, Overview of the Day🗣️ 9:40 AM – How to Talk About Jesus Without Being Weird – Michael Ots🧍 10:05 AM – Stretch break & next speaker intro🗣️ 10:10 AM – The Great Objection: God and the Question of Suffering – Gavin Matthews📣 10:35 AM – Spotlight on Solas – Gavin Matthews☕ 10:45 AM – Coffee / Tea Break & Tray Bakes🗣️ 11:15 AM – How the Gospel is Good News for Our Cultural Moment – Michael Ots🧍 11:40 AM – Quick Stretch Break🗣️ 11:45 AM – Five Steps for Answering Any Tough Question – Gavin Matthews🧍 12:10 PM – Short Break❓ 12:15 PM – Q&A Panel with Michael & Gavin🙏 12:55 PM – Wrap-up, “What’s Next” Bookmark & Prayer to Close

Additional Info

✅ Free to attend – No booking required👋 Everyone is welcome – Bring a friend or your small group☕ Refreshments included

📍 Location:Helensburgh Baptist Church7 East King St, Helensburgh, G84 7QQVisit Church Website →

Come join us on Saturday, 18th October and be equipped to talk about Jesus in a way that connects with real people in the real world.We’d love to see you there!

Confident Christianty Conference - Pelsall, West Midlands
2025-10-18 10:00 - 14:30 | Pelsall Evangelical Church, Old Town Lane, Pelsall, Walsall, WS3 4NJ, United Kingdom
In our ever-changing, multicultural society, many Christians long to share Jesus with friends from different backgrounds—but feel unsure where to start, especially with Muslim neighbours, classmates, or colleagues.

That’s why Solas is partnering with Pelsall Evangelical Church for a Confident Christianity Conference – Sharing the Gospel in Your Situation to help you:

✅ Share your faith in a natural and confident way – no matter the context✅ Understand Islamic beliefs and culture and communicate the gospel clearly to Muslim friends✅ Respond graciously to questions and objections

🗓️ Event Schedule

🕤 9:30 AM – Doors Open: Arrivals, coffee, registration, resources🎤 10:00 AM – Conference Begins: Welcome, Worship Song🗣️ 10:10 AM – Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond📚 10:40 AM – Bookstall Spotlight – Helpful Resources🗣️ 10:50 AM – Understanding Islam – The Search for the Straight Path 🗣️ 11:30 AM – Islam in Britain – A Challenge to the Church in the 21st Century 🍽️ 12:00 PM – Lunch Break – Browse bookstall, chat with speakers. Lunch not provided please bring your own lunch provisions.❓ 1:00 PM – Q&A covering Islam 🗣️ 1:35 PM – True for You, But Not for Me?❓ 2:05 PM – Q&A covering any Questions about Sharing your Faith in your situation 🙏 2:30 PM – Wrap-Up – Worship Song, Closing Prayer

💬 More Info

📚 Bookstall available – find excellent resources for sharing your faith

🧃 Refreshments provided – coffee and tea during breaks

🥪 Please bring your own lunch – catering not provided

Ticket Information

To reserve your place, please email smylingmegandtim@gmail.com or call/text Tim on 07715 874208 to let us know how many tickets you’d like.

Payment options:

On the door – cash or cheque (payable to Pelsall Evangelical Church).

Bank transfer (BACS) –Name: Pelsall Evangelical ChurchSort Code: 20-90-08Account Number: 10693421Reference: Solas Conf

If cost is the only thing stopping you from attending, please don’t let it be! Get in touch with Tim – we’d love to have you there and will be happy to make arrangements.

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Bearsden, Glasgow
2025-10-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Bearsden Baptist Church, 14 Roman Road, Bearsden, Glasgow, G61 2SL
Confident Christianity Evening Session – Bearsden, Glasgow

Do you ever find it hard to share your faith with friends, family, or co-workers? Not sure how to start spiritual conversations—or worried about what to say when big questions come up?

You’re not alone—and this event is for you!

We live in a culture where talking about faith can feel awkward or intimidating. That’s why Solas is partnering with Castlehill Baptist Church to bring you a Confident Christianity Evening Session—a night designed to help everyday Christians talk about Jesus with clarity, confidence, and compassion. The event will be held at Bearsden Baptist Church – 14 Roman Road, Bearsden, Glasgow, G61 2SL.

This engaging evening with Steve Osmond will equip you to:

✅ Start natural conversations that lead to the gospel✅ Respond to tough questions with wisdom and grace✅ Be encouraged and energised to live and speak for Christ

Whether you’re just getting started or want to grow in sharing your faith, this evening will strengthen your confidence in the good news of Jesus.

Evening Schedule

🕢 7:00 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🎤 7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🗣️ 7:35 PM – Talk 1: Conversations that Count – Steve Osmond☕ 8:10 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🗣️ 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Do We Have Good Reason to Believe that God Exists? – Steve Osmond❓ 9:00 PM – Q&A Session with Steve🙏 9:30 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

Additional Info

✅ Free to attend – No ticket needed👋 Everyone is welcome – Invite a friend!

Come join us on Tuesday, 21st October at Bearsden Baptist Church – 14 Roman Road, Bearsden, Glasgow, G61 2SL and be equipped to speak about Jesus in a way that connects with real people in the real world.

Confident Christianity Evening Session - St Neots
2025-10-22 19:30 - 21:30 | St Neots Evangelical Church, Cambridge St, St Neots, PE19 1PL, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: St Neots Evangelical Church, Cambridge St, St. Neots, PE19 1PL🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with St Neots Evangelical Church to host a Confident Christianity Evening Session. This event is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for an evening of practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕖7:15 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:35 PM – Talk 1: How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister☕8:15 PM – Coffee Break (15 mins)🎙 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Five steps to answering any tough question – Andy❓9:10 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:30 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical evening—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

💡 This event is free to attend.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference - Southampton
2025-11-08 09:30 - 13:00 | Above Bar Church, 69 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7FE, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Above Bar Church, 69 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7FE🎤 Speakers: Andy Bannister and David Hutchings [*see bio below]

Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus to friends, neighbours, classmates or colleagues daunting? Do you sometimes find yourself thinking “what if I say something that makes God look bad?” Or wondering what happens if they raise a challenging question or objection to which you’re unable to respond?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Above Bar Church to host a Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference. We will help you become confident and empowered to talk about Jesus more naturally, engage in evangelism that persuades people, and feel equipped to answer the questions of your friends.

Join us for practical teaching, real-life examples, and Q&A, where we’ll explore key topics to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

Schedule

🕘 09:00 AM – Doors Open🎤 09:30 AM – Conference begins: Welcome, Song and Introduction🗣️ 09:40 AM – How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy Bannister🗣️ 10:20 AM – 5 good questions – David Hutchings☕ 10:55 AM – Coffee Break🗣️ 11:25 AM – Given all the options, why choose Jesus? – David🗣️ 11:55 AM – Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy❓ 12:20 PM – Q&A Session – With Andy and David🙏 12:55 PM – Wrap-Up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

You are warmly invited to join us for this engaging and practical event—whether you’re new to evangelism or simply looking to sharpen your ability to share the gospel in everyday life.

Tickets are £5 and available from here.

*David Hutchings is a physics teacher and author who studied Physics at the University of York from 2000 to 2004. A Fellow of the Institute of Physics, his books include Of Popes and Unicorns (OUP 2022), God, Stephen Hawking and the Multiverse (SPCK 2020), and Let There Be Science (Lion Hudson 2017). David speaks and writes regularly on the relationship between science, Christianity, philosophy, and history. He lives in York with his wife and two young daughters.

Confident Christianity Sunday - Bournemouth
2025-11-09 18:30 - 19:45 | Lansdowne Church, Lansdowne Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1SB, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Lansdowne Church, Lansdowne Rd, Bournemouth, BH1 1SB🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

Do you ever feel unsure about how to respond when people ask tough questions about Christianity? Wondering how to talk about Jesus in a way that makes sense to your friends, colleagues, or neighbours?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why Solas is partnering with Lansdowne Church to host a Confident Christianity Sunday. This evening service is designed to equip and encourage you to engage in conversations about Jesus with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion.

Join us for a service of practical teaching, real-life examples, discussion and Q&A, where we’ll explore ways to help you answer objections and share your faith naturally.

🕡18:30 PM – Service Begins🎙 18:50 PM – Talk 1: The Power of a Question: How to start (and stay in) conversations about faith – Andy Bannister🎙 19:10 PM – Talk 2: Have you ever wondered? A new way to start conversations about your faith – Andy❓ 19:30 PM – Q&A with Andy 🙏19:45 PM – Service Ends

Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference – Edinburgh
2025-11-15 09:30 - 13:00 | Buccleuch and Greyfriars Free Church of Scotland, 10 W Crosscauseway, Edinburgh, EH8 8JP, United Kingdom
In our increasingly secular and pluralistic society, many Christians feel unsure how to share their faith with clarity and confidence—especially when faced with apathy or tough questions about God, suffering, or eternity.

That’s why Solas is partnering with Buccleuch Free Church for a Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference. Speakers Steve Osmond and Gavin Matthews will be sharing talks to help you:

✅ Share your faith in a natural and confident way – no matter the context✅ Engage tough questions with grace and understanding✅ Communicate the gospel clearly and meaningfully—even to the disinterested

🗓️ Event Schedule – Saturday 15th November

🕘 09:00 AM – Doors Open: Arrivals, coffee, registration, resources🎤 09:30 AM – Conference begins: Welcome, Worship song, day overview, and introduction🗣️ 09:40 AM – Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond🗣️ 10:10 AM – 5 Steps to Answering Tough Questions – Gavin Matthews🗣️ 10:35 AM – Solas Spotlight – Steve shares about Solas’ work and a free book offer☕ 10:45 AM – Coffee Break – browse resource tables, chat with speakers🗣️ 11:15 AM – How Could a Good God Make Hell? – Steve🗣️ 11:45 AM – Engaging the Apathetic (The ‘Wondering’ Approach) – Gavin❓ 12:15 PM – Q&A Session – With Steve and Gavin🙏 12:55 PM – Wrap-Up: Worship song, “What’s Next?” bookmark, and closing prayer

🎟️ £12 Standard price / £6 Concession (+ booking fees)🧾 Book your tickets here.

👥 Friday Evening Evangelistic Event – November 14th🎤 Is There Any Hope for the Future?🕕 6:30 – 8:00 PM

Given all the chaos in the world – poverty, climate crisis, cost of living increases, disease – it seems like hope is in short supply. Can we really rely on our human ingenuity to solve the issues of the world? Is hope just wishful thinking? This talk will explore what Christianity has to offer in comparison to some of the other major worldviews. Steve Osmond will be tackling one of life’s biggest questions in a way that’s accessible and thought-provoking—an event designed for inviting friends, and a great opportunity for anyone searching for real answers and lasting hope. Free to all!

✝️ Sunday Service – November 16th

Steve Osmond will be preaching at Buccleuch Free Church on Acts 17

💬 More Info

📚 Bookstall available – excellent resources for sharing your faith☕ Refreshments provided – coffee and tea during breaks📍Venue:Buccleuch Free Church10 West CrosscausewayEdinburgh, EH8 9JP

Book your tickets here.
