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SUMMARY:Confident Christianity Conference – Cowplain
DESCRIPTION:📍 Venue: Cowplain Church\, Durley Ave\, Cowplain\, Waterlooville PO8 8XA🎤 Speakers: Andy Bannister\, David Hutchings\, Gavin Matthews \n\n\n\nDo 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? \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n9:00Doors 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\n\n\n\nYou 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. \n\n\n\nTickets are £8 for adults and £5 for under 18s. The booking link is: https://cowplainchurch.churchsuite.com/events/023zpyhp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndy 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGavin 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid 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.
URL:https://www.solas-cpc.org/event/cowplain2026/
LOCATION:Cowplain Church\, Durley Ave\, Cowplain\, Waterlooville\, PO8 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Confident Christianity Conference
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SUMMARY:Confident Christianity Conference – Salford
DESCRIPTION:📍 Venue: Elmwood Church\, Eccles Old Road\, Salford\, M6 8AG🎤 Speakers: Andy Bannister\, David Hutchings*\, Gavin Matthews \n\n\n\nDo 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? \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9:00Doors 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\n\n\n\nYou 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. \n\n\n\nThere is no charge for this event\, but please kindly register at: https://elmwood.churchsuite.com/events/r1icfgpt \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAndy 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGavin 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n*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.
URL:https://www.solas-cpc.org/event/salford/
LOCATION:Elmwood Church\, Eccles Old Road\, Salford\, M6 8AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Confident Christianity Conference
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SUMMARY:Confident Christianity Morning Conference - Inverness
DESCRIPTION:Do you find the thought of talking about Jesus with friends\, neighbours\, family members\, or colleagues a bit daunting? \n\n\n\nDo you ever worry about saying the wrong thing — or what might happen if someone raises a difficult question? \n\n\n\nIf so\, you’re not alone. \n\n\n\nMany 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. \n\n\n\nThis practical training session is designed to help ordinary Christians: \n\n\n\n\nTalk about Jesus more naturally and thoughtfully\n\n\n\nGrow in confidence in everyday gospel conversations\n\n\n\nShare their own story of faith clearly and naturally\n\n\n\n\nThe morning will include two focused sessions\, interactive elements\, and time for questions! \n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nSaturday 16th May – Everyday Gospel Confidence10:00am–12:30pm \n\n\n\n09:30Doors 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\n\n\n\nConversations That Count\n\n\n\nFor 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? \n\n\n\nRather 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. \n\n\n\nSharing Your Testimony Workshop\n\n\n\nOne of the most powerful tools in evangelism is your own story. \n\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will help you: \n\n\n\n\nReflect clearly on what Christ has done in your life\n\n\n\nShape your testimony in a simple and engaging way\n\n\n\nShare your faith naturally and appropriately in everyday conversations\n\n\n\n\nTogether\, these two sessions provide practical skills and confidence to help you speak about Jesus with warmth\, clarity\, and courage. \n\n\n\nQ&A and Closing Prayer \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome\, and the event is free. \n\n\n\n“If God\, Why Evil?” – Evangelistic Event\n\n\n\nFriday 15th May 2026 | 7:30pm–9:00pmNorth Kessock Village Hall\, IV1 3XS \n\n\n\nWe would especially encourage you to invite friends\, family members\, colleagues\, and neighbours to this evangelistic evening with Steve. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nThere will also be opportunity for Q&A in an open and welcoming environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve 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.
URL:https://www.solas-cpc.org/event/inverness-knockbain/
LOCATION:Knockbain Free Church\, Ferry Brae\, North Kessock\, IV1 3YH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Confident Christianity Conference
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SUMMARY:Confident Christianity Afternoon Conference – Inverness
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever find it difficult to speak about your faith in Jesus with confidence? \n\n\n\nDo questions about suffering\, truth\, science\, or the reliability of the Bible ever leave you wondering how best to respond? \n\n\n\nIn today’s sceptical and fast-moving culture\, many Christians feel unsure about how to share their faith naturally and thoughtfully. That’s why the Discipleship and Evangelism Department of the Scottish Mission Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church is hosting a Confident Christianity Afternoon Conference with speaker Steve Osmond. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat Is Confident Christianity?\n\n\n\nConfident Christianity events are designed to equip ordinary Christians to: \n\n\n\n\nTalk about Jesus more naturally and thoughtfully\n\n\n\nEngage well with big questions and common objections\n\n\n\nGrow in confidence in representing the Christian faith in everyday life\n\n\n\n\nThe 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! \n\n\n\n13:30Doors 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\n\n\n\nSpeaker Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve 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. \n\n\n\n\n\nFree Event! Everyone is warmly welcome. \n\n\n\nTalk 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. \n\n\n\nTalk 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. \n\n\n\nWhether you feel confident already or nervous about evangelism\, this event will encourage and equip you to speak about Jesus with clarity and hope.
URL:https://www.solas-cpc.org/event/inverness2026/
LOCATION:Kingsmills Hotel\, Culcabock Road\, Inverness\, IV2 3LP
CATEGORIES:Confident Christianity Conference
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