Confident Christianty Conference - Pelsall, West Midlands
2025-10-18 10:00 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | 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.

Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference - Wick
2025-11-22 10:00 - 13:30 | Wick Baptist Church, Dempster Street, Wick, Caithness, KW1 5QB, 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 with Wick Baptist Church to host a Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference on Saturday the 22nd of November.

Speakers Gavin Matthews and 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.

Schedule: Saturday, 22 November 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:30 pm (doors open at 9:30)

9:30Doors Open – Arrivals, Adminssions, Registration & coffee10:00Conference Begins: Welcome – Overview of day, Worship Song, Introduce Steve10:10Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond10:40Engaging the Apathetic (the “Wondering Approach”) – Gavin Matthews11:15Coffee Break (30 min) – Resource tables open, informal chats with speakers11:455 Steps to Answering Tough Questions – Steve12:15Taking the Gospel Outside the 4 Walls of the Church – Gavin12:45Q&A (40 min)13:25Close – Worship Song, What’s Next? bookmark, Closing prayer

Additional Info

Free to attend – No booking required

Everyone is welcome – Bring a friend or your small group

Refreshments included

There are also these Weekend Evangelistic Events happening:

Adult Evangelism Event – “Is There Any Hope for the Future?”

📍 Mackay’s Hotel, Wick🕡 Friday, 21 November @ 6:30 pm🎟️ Ticketed event – To reserve tickets, please contact Matt Alexander at wickbaptistpastor@gmail.com.This is a great event to bring a non-Christian friend along.

Youth Evangelism Event – “Can God & Science Coexist?”

📍 Wick Baptist Church🕖 Saturday, 22 November @ 7:00–9:00 pmOpen to all youth – invite friends for an engaging, faith-building evening!

Confident Christianity Evening Session - Balerno, Edinburgh
2025-11-27 19:00 - 21:00 | St Mungo’s Church – Balerno, 46B Bavelaw Road, Balerno, EH14 7AE
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 📍 St Mungo’s Church – Balerno to bring you a Confident Christianity Evening Session—a night designed to help everyday Christians talk about Jesus with clarity, confidence, and compassion.Join us on Thursday the 27th of November from 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30) for an evening of encouragement, practical equipping, and thought-provoking talks as we explore how to share our faith with confidence and respond to tough questions about Christianity.

Our speaker for the evening will be Steve Osmond, who will bring two engaging and challenging talks.

Event Schedule

7:00pm – Welcome & Introduction

7:05pm – Talk 1: Conversations that Count

7:40pm – Break (tea/coffee & refreshments)

8:00pm – Talk 2: Injustice in Jesus’ Name

8:25pm – Q&A

8:55pm – Closing Remarks & Prayer

9:00pm – Finish

Steve Osmond’s Talk Details

Talk 1: Conversations that Count

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.

Talk 2: Injustice in Jesus’ Name

War. Genocide. Abuse of power. Racism. Corrupt leadership. Hypocrisy. Sexual abuse.

These are some of the charges that are brought against the church. How do we as Christians respond to these realities personally as well as when faced with questions about these issues from others?

This talk will help people think through some of these issues as well as use these questions to direct others to the saving grace of God in Christ Jesus.

Practical Details

Venue: St Mungo’s Church – Balerno

Date: Thursday 27th November 2025

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Cost: Free

Everyone is warmly welcome – whether you are a Christian wanting to grow in confidence, or someone exploring questions of faith.

Stories at Costa - Glasgow
2025-11-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Costa Coffee – Bearsden, 5 New Kirk Road, Bearsden, G61 3SJ
Follow up Event! – Stories @ Costa – Friday 28 November

The Confident Christianity Event has now come and gone but Steve Osmond will also be back for Stories @ Costa—a relaxed evening at the local Costa Coffee where two guests share their personal journeys of coming to faith in Christ. This special outreach event will feature Peter Vardy, a Christian businessman, and Steve Osmond, who will both tell how the good news of Jesus has transformed their lives. It’s an ideal occasion to invite friends or colleagues who are curious about faith and to hear real stories of how Christ changes lives today. The event will be held at Costa Coffee – 5 New Kirk Road, Bearsden, G61 3SJ.

Confident Christianity Sunday - Northallerton
2026-01-11 10:30 - 12:00 | New Life Baptist Church, 52-54 High St, Northallerton, DL7 8EG, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: New Life Baptist Church, 52-54 High St, Northallerton, DL7 8EG🎤 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 New Life Baptist 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 – Ferndown
2026-01-12 19:30 - 21:30 | St Mary’s Ferndown, Church Road, Ferndown, BH22 9EU, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Ferndown, BH22 9EU🎤 Speaker: Andy Bannister

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 Mary’s Ferndown 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.

Schedule

🕖7:15 PM – Doors Open & Arrivals🕡7:30 PM – Evening Session Begins: Welcome, Song & Prayer🎙 7:40 PM – Talk 1: Conversational evangelism – Andy Bannister☕8:20 PM – Coffee Break (10 mins)🎙 8:30 PM – Talk 2: Hope in a time of fear – Andy❓8:55 PM – Q&A Session with Andy🙏9:25 PM – Wrap-up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer

Confident Christianity Evening Session – Kirk Ella
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00 | St Andrew’s Kirk Ella, Church Lane, Kirk Ella, HU10 7TL, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: St Andrew’s Kirk Ella, Church Lane, Kirk Ella, HU10 7TL🎤 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 Andrew’s Kirk Ella and St Luke’s Willerby 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 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: The pursuit of happiness: why we look for happiness in all the wrong places – 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.

💡 No registration required.

📢 Spread the word and bring a friend!

Confident Christianity Sunday - Dunfermline
2026-02-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Viewfield Baptist Church, 2 Viewfield Terrace, Dunfermline, KY12 7HZ
📍 Venue: Viewfield Baptist Church, 2 Viewfield Terrace, Dunfermline, KY12 7HZ🎤 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 Viewfield Baptist 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.

The service includes two short talks:

Talk 1: The Power of a Question: How to start (and stay in) conversations about faithTalk 2: Have you ever wondered? A new way to start conversations about your faith

Confident Christianity Half-Day Conference - Aintree
2026-02-28 09:30 - 13:00 | Hope Community Church Aintree, 11 Aintree Lane, Aintree, Liverpool, L10 2JJ, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Hope Community Church Aintree, 11 Aintree Lane, Aintree, Liverpool L10 2JJ🎤 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 Hope Community Church Aintree, North Western Baptist Association and Together for the Harvest 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. Please register at: https://hccaintree.churchsuite.com/events/xqjkm99j

You can also contact HCC Aintree on 0151 291 6640 or at office@hccaintree.co.uk.

*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.

Andy Bannister is the Director of Solas and is an evangelist, speaker, writer, and broadcaster. From universities to churches, cafes to pubs, schools to workplaces, Andy regularly addresses audiences of both Christians and those of all faiths and none on issues relating to faith, culture, politics and society. He was co-editor and a contributing writer for Have You Ever Wondered? and authored How To Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot, Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God? and The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist. He also co-hosts two podcasts, PEP Talk and Pod of the Gaps and presents the Short Answers video series for Solas.

Confident Christianity Evenings – St Peter’s Free Church - Dundee
2026-03-11 19:30 - 21:15 | St Peter’s Free Church, 4 St Peter Street, Dundee, DD1 4JJ, United Kingdom
Wednesdays 4th & 11th March | 7:30–9:15pm

Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus with friends, neighbours, family members, or colleagues a bit daunting?

Do you ever worry about saying the wrong thing — or what might happen if someone raises a difficult question about suffering, truth, or the state of the world?

If so, you’re not alone.

In today’s fast-paced, sceptical, and often anxious culture, many Christians feel unsure about how to speak naturally and confidently about their faith. That’s why St Peter’s Free Church is partnering with Solas to host two Confident Christianity Evenings with speaker Steve Osmond.

These evenings are designed to help ordinary Christians:

Talk about Jesus more naturally and thoughtfully

Engage well with big questions and objections

Feel more confident representing the Christian faith in everyday conversations

Each evening will include two short talks, and a time for Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask honest questions in a relaxed setting.

Event Schedule

Wednesday 4th March – Hope and Everyday Gospel Conversations

7:30pm–9:15pm

Conversations That CountFor 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.

Is There Any Hope?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.

Q&A

Wednesday 11th March – Answering Hard Questions on Truth and Suffering

7:30pm–9:15pm

“True for You, But Not for Me!” – The Truth About TruthTrue for you but not for me. All truth is relative. That’s just your truth. We can’t know what is true. We live in a post truth culture where disagreeing with someone is seen as an all-out assault on their personhood. Bigotry! It is said that all truths are subjective, self-defined and relative. Really? Is that true? Jesus said “I am the way, the truth, and the life. Nobody comes to the Father but through me”. This talk will unpack the self-defeating nature of relativism, equip you with tools of how to spot these inconsistencies, and show how belief in God actually makes far more sense of reality and especially our moral intuitions.

If God, Why Evil?The Bible teaches us that God is all-powerful, all-knowing. and all-good. If Christianity is true, then why is there so much evil and suffering in the world. This is both a common objection from sceptics as well as a question that just about every Christian will wrestle with at some point. This talk is an introduction to the problem of evil and suffering that will focus on helping people think through God being both loving and powerful, but also allowing evil and suffering. Christianity not only stands up to the questions posed by sceptics but has something unique to offer the world when faced with pain, grief, evil, and suffering.

Q&A

These evenings are ideal whether you:

Feel nervous about evangelism

Want help answering difficult questions

Care deeply about friends and family who don’t yet know Jesus

Everyone is welcome and the event is Free.

Speaker Info

Steve Osmond is a full-time speaker and writer for Solas, focussing primarily on Scotland. He is enthusiastic about evangelism and regularly speaks at universities around the country on the big questions of life and the truth of Christianity from a range of perspectives. He also spends much of his time working with churches and other Christian groups, both to grow their faith and equip them to share their faith in Jesus persuasively.

Confident Christianity Sunday - Guernsey
2026-03-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Eldad Elim Pentecostal Church, Union St, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2PS
📍 Venue: Eldad Elim Pentecostal Church, Union St, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2PS🎤 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 Eldad Elim Pentecostal 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🎙 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 Afternoon Conference – Glasgow
2026-03-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Darnley United Free Church, 97 Glen Moriston Rd, Glasgow, G53 7HX
📍 Venue: Darnley United Free Church, 97 Glen Moriston Rd, Glasgow G53 7HX🎤 Speaker: Steve Osmond

Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus with friends, neighbours, family members, or colleagues daunting? Do you ever worry about saying the wrong thing—or feel unsure how to respond when people raise difficult questions or objections?

In today’s culture, sharing your faith can feel intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be.

That’s why Solas is partnering with West Presbytery of the United Free Church to host this Confident Christianity Afternoon Conference. This event is designed to help ordinary Christians feel more confident and natural when talking about Jesus, to engage in conversations that genuinely matter, and to bring discussions back to Christ in a thoughtful and compelling way.

Join us for clear, practical teaching, real-life examples, and an open Q&A session, all aimed at helping you share your faith with confidence and clarity.

Schedule

🕜 1:30 PM – Doors Open🎤 2:00 PM – Conference begins: Welcome, Introduction & Opening Prayer🗣️ 2:05 PM – Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond☕ 2:40 PM – Tea & Coffee Break🗣️ 3:00 PM – Bringing It Back to Jesus – Steve Osmond❓ 3:30 PM – Q&A Session – With Steve Osmond🙏 3:55 PM – Wrap-Up, Next Steps & Closing Prayer🏁 4:00 PM – Close

You are warmly invited to join us for this encouraging and practical afternoon—whether you’re new to evangelism, feeling hesitant about sharing your faith, or simply looking to grow in confidence when talking about Jesus in everyday life. This is a free event!

Speaker Info

Steve Osmond is a full-time speaker and writer for Solas, focussing primarily on Scotland. He is enthusiastic about evangelism and regularly speaks at universities around the country on the big questions of life and the truth of Christianity from a range of perspectives. He also spends much of his time working with churches and other Christian groups, both to grow their faith and equip them to share their faith in Jesus persuasively.

Confident Christianity Conference – Cowplain
2026-04-25 09:30 - 15:40 | Cowplain Church, Durley Ave, Cowplain, Waterlooville, PO8 8XA, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Cowplain Church, Durley Ave, Cowplain, Waterlooville PO8 8XA🎤 Speakers: Andy Bannister, David Hutchings, Gavin Matthews

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 Cowplain Church to host a 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.

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

9:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions9:30Conference Begins: Welcome, Overview of Day, Worship Song9:40Devotion – Minister9:50How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy10:20A biblical basis for apologetics – Gavin10:55Coffee Break11:205 good questions – David11:50Q&A12:20Lunch (1 hour)13:20Gather after Lunch, Worship Song13:25If God, why suffering? – Gavin13:55Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy14:20Coffee Break (15 min)14:35The harvest is plentiful – but how do we bring it in? – Dave15:05Q&A15:35Closing, Worship Song 3, 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 £8 for adults and £5 for under 18s. The booking link is: https://cowplainchurch.churchsuite.com/events/023zpyhp

Andy Bannister is the Director of Solas and is an evangelist, speaker, writer, and broadcaster. From universities to churches, cafes to pubs, schools to workplaces, Andy regularly addresses audiences of both Christians and those of all faiths and none on issues relating to faith, culture, politics and society. He was co-editor and a contributing writer for Have You Ever Wondered? and authored How To Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot, Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God? and The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist. He also co-hosts two podcasts, PEP Talk and Pod of the Gaps and presents the Short Answers video series for Solas.

Gavin Matthews is Solas’s Assistant Director (Scotland). He speaks for Solas in churches and at conferences, writes and presents podcasts. He is a contributor to, and editor of, the Have You Ever Wondered? book. Gavin has been married to Elaine since 1996 and they have three adult children. He has been a member of Perth Baptist Church since 1999.

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 Conference – Salford
2026-05-16 09:30 - 15:40 | Elmwood Church, Eccles Old Road, Salford, M6 8AG, United Kingdom
📍 Venue: Elmwood Church, Eccles Old Road, Salford, M6 8AG🎤 Speakers: Andy Bannister, David Hutchings*, Gavin Matthews

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 Elmwood Church to host a 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.

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

9:00Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions9:30Conference Begins: Welcome, Overview of Day, Worship Song9:40Devotion – Minister9:50How to talk about Jesus without looking like an idiot – Andy10:20A biblical basis for apologetics – Gavin10:55Coffee Break11:205 good questions – David11:50Q&A12:20Lunch (1 hour)13:20Gather after Lunch, Worship Song13:25If God, why suffering? – Gavin13:55Given all the options, why choose Jesus? – Dave14:20Coffee Break (15 min)14:35Bringing it back to Jesus: naturally connecting conversations to Christ – Andy15:05Q&A15:35Closing, Worship Song 3, 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.

There is no charge for this event, but please kindly register at: https://elmwood.churchsuite.com/events/r1icfgpt

Andy Bannister is the Director of Solas and is an evangelist, speaker, writer, and broadcaster. From universities to churches, cafes to pubs, schools to workplaces, Andy regularly addresses audiences of both Christians and those of all faiths and none on issues relating to faith, culture, politics and society. He was co-editor and a contributing writer for Have You Ever Wondered? and authored How To Talk About Jesus Without Looking Like An Idiot, Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God? and The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist. He also co-hosts two podcasts, PEP Talk and Pod of the Gaps and presents the Short Answers video series for Solas.

Gavin Matthews is Solas’s Assistant Director (Scotland). He speaks for Solas in churches and at conferences, writes and presents podcasts. He is a contributor to, and editor of, the Have You Ever Wondered? book. Gavin has been married to Elaine since 1996 and they have three adult children. He has been a member of Perth Baptist Church since 1999.

*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 Morning Conference - Inverness
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Knockbain Free Church, Ferry Brae, North Kessock, IV1 3YH, United Kingdom
Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus with friends, neighbours, family members, or colleagues a bit daunting?

Do you ever worry about saying the wrong thing — or what might happen if someone raises a difficult question?

If so, you’re not alone.

Many Christians long to share their faith more naturally but feel unsure where to begin. That’s why Knockbain Free Church is partnering with Solas to host a special Confident Christianity Morning with speaker Steve Osmond.

This practical training session is designed to help ordinary Christians:

Talk about Jesus more naturally and thoughtfully

Grow in confidence in everyday gospel conversations

Share their own story of faith clearly and naturally

The morning will include two focused sessions, interactive elements, and time for questions!

Event Schedule

Saturday 16th May – Everyday Gospel Confidence10:00am–12:30pm

09:30Doors Open10:00Conference Begins: Welcome & Introduction to Steve Osmond10:05Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond10:40Tea & Coffee Break11:05Sharing Your Testimony Workshop – Steve11:55Q&A12:25What’s Next, Prayer and Close

Conversations That Count

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 session will help prepare you to become better at having good conversations that lead naturally and confidently to sharing your faith in Jesus.

Sharing Your Testimony Workshop

One of the most powerful tools in evangelism is your own story.

This interactive workshop will help you:

Reflect clearly on what Christ has done in your life

Shape your testimony in a simple and engaging way

Share your faith naturally and appropriately in everyday conversations

Together, these two sessions provide practical skills and confidence to help you speak about Jesus with warmth, clarity, and courage.

Q&A and Closing Prayer

Everyone is welcome, and the event is free.

Steve Osmond is a full-time speaker and writer for Solas, focussing primarily on Scotland. He is enthusiastic about evangelism and regularly speaks at universities around the country on the big questions of life and the truth of Christianity from a range of perspectives. He also spends much of his time working with churches and other Christian groups, both to grow their faith and equip them to share their faith in Jesus persuasively.

Additional Info

Steve is also sharing a talk ‘If God, why Evil?” as an Evangelistic Event on the Friday evening (15th of May) while he’s in the area! This evangelistic event will be held at the North Kessock Village Hall. Click HERE for all the details.

Confident Christianity Morning Session - Dumfries
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:10 | Dumfries Baptist Church, Gillbrae Road, Dumfries, DG1 4EJ, United Kingdom
Do you ever want to share your faith in Jesus, but feel like the people around you simply aren’t interested?

Perhaps friends, neighbours, colleagues, or family members seem apathetic towards spiritual matters — not hostile, just disengaged. You may wonder how to start meaningful conversations about faith naturally, thoughtfully, and without sounding forced.

Many Christians also worry about saying the wrong thing, being unable to answer difficult questions, or making Christianity appear less credible rather than more compelling.

In today’s sceptical and distracted culture, sharing the gospel can feel increasingly difficult. Yet opportunities for good conversations still exist — and Christians can learn to engage others with both confidence and compassion.

That’s why Dumfries Baptist Church is hosting this special Confident Christianity Morning Session with speaker Steve Osmond.

What Is Confident Christianity?

Confident Christianity events are designed to help ordinary Christians grow in confidence as they speak about Jesus in everyday life. These events aim to equip believers to:

Share their faith more naturally and thoughtfully

Start better faith focussed conversations

Engage graciously with common questions and objections

Reach people who appear apathetic or spiritually uninterested

Grow in confidence in representing Jesus in today’s culture

The morning session (Saturday, 20th June 2026) will include two engaging talks from Steve Osmond, followed by an open Q&A session, where you can ask honest questions about life and faith!

09:30Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions10:00Morning Session Begins: Welcome & Introduction to Steve10:05Conversations That Count – Steve Osmond10:40Tea & Coffee Break (25 min)11:05Engaging the Apathetic – Steve11:35Q&A (30 min)12:05What’s Next, Prayer and Close

Steve Osmond is a full-time speaker and writer for Solas, focussing primarily on Scotland. He is enthusiastic about evangelism and regularly speaks at universities around the country on the big questions of life and the truth of Christianity from a range of perspectives. He also spends much of his time working with churches and other Christian groups, both to grow their faith and equip them to share their faith in Jesus persuasively.

Confident Christianity Afternoon Conference – Inverness
2026-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Kingsmills Hotel, Culcabock Road, Inverness, IV2 3LP
Do you ever find it difficult to speak about your faith in Jesus with confidence?

Do questions about suffering, truth, science, or the reliability of the Bible ever leave you wondering how best to respond?

In today’s sceptical and fast-moving culture, many Christians feel unsure about how to share their faith naturally and thoughtfully. That’s why the Big Questions Project is hosting a Confident Christianity Afternoon Conference with speaker Steve Osmond.

What Is Confident Christianity?

Confident Christianity events are designed to equip ordinary Christians to:

Talk about Jesus more naturally and thoughtfully

Engage well with big questions and common objections

Grow in confidence in representing the Christian faith in everyday life

The conference will include two engaging talks from Steve Osmond, followed by an open Q&A session, where you can ask honest questions about life and faith!

13:30Doors Open, Arrivals, Admissions14:00Conference Begins: Welcome, Prayer, Introduction to Steve Osmond14:05Talk 1: Conversations that Count – Steve14:40Coffee / Tea Break15:00Talk 2: Where Is God in the Midst of Suffering? – Steve15:30Q&A Session15:55What’s Next, Prayer, Close

Speaker Info

Steve Osmond is a full-time speaker and writer for Solas, focussing primarily on Scotland. He is enthusiastic about evangelism and regularly speaks at universities around the country on the big questions of life and the truth of Christianity from a range of perspectives. He also spends much of his time working with churches and other Christian groups, both to grow their faith and equip them to share their faith in Jesus persuasively.

Free Event! Everyone is warmly welcome.

Talk 1 – Conversations that CountFor 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.

Talk 2 – Where Is God in the Midst of Suffering?The Bible teaches us that God is all-powerful, all-knowing. and all-good. But why would God allow suffering, and where is He when we are in the midst of it? This is both a common objection from sceptics as well as a question that just about every Christian will wrestle with at some point. This talk is an introduction to the problem of evil and suffering that will touch on some of the issues raised by sceptics but focus on a pastoral response rooted in God’s love.

Whether you feel confident already or nervous about evangelism, this event will encourage and equip you to speak about Jesus with clarity and hope.
