Bob Lenz, speaker

Considered one of the nation’s top youth speakers, Bob easily connects with his audiences by sharing the unconditional love and grace of God, with stories and personal experiences that help youth deal with real life. He explores sober issues while using his unique gift of humor to help young people realize their need for God in their lives. Amidst the laughter and candor, students realize their lives have been changed.
www.lifepromotions.com

Tyra Lokey, speaker

Growing up in an abusive and broken family environment, one in which she had to search dumpsters for food, Tyra learned at an early age that the one person who truly loved her and on whom she could depend was Jesus. Tyra travels all over the world, speaking and using sign language, sharing her “mess” and how God made it her message.
www.tyralokey.com

Unhindered, worship

Whether packing out an arena of thousands of screaming fans or encouraging students at a small church camp, the end result is the same – the audience is transformed into a congregation and the stage into an altar of worship. And that’s just the way Georgia-based worship band Unhindered likes it. With their recent debut project BE, Unhindered shatters any preconceived notions of what next generation worship is supposed to look like and aims to bring students into an encounter with God.
www.unhinderedworship.com

Stellar Kart - Saturday Night Concert

This Dove Award-winning pop/rock foursome, with its third album Expect the Impossible, is energetic, adventurous, spirited, full of content, and boldly communicates what these guys believe, straight up.

www.stellarkart.com

Taylor Mason, Friday night comedy

Ventriloquist, musician, stand-up comic and writer, Taylor Mason has been performing around the world for the past 25 years, including TV appearances and Carnegie Hall. If you haven’t seen him before, you have to see him to believe him. Join us at ALIVE 2010 to do just that! You will be laughing long after the weekend is over.
www.taylormason.com

Bob Smiley, Saturday night comedy

For the past 12 years, touring with artists including Toby Mac, Newsboys and Jeremy Camp, Bob Smiley has been making people laugh. In addition to performing 100 shows each year around the world, Bob also records and writes, including a comedy/devotional book for middle school kids using humor to help them learn to deal with the top 25 problems kids that age face.
www.bobsmiley.com

Danny Ray, illusionist

Danny Ray has a passion to share God’s transforming message through mind-boggling illusions. He has a unique way of making people laugh, blowing their minds, and interacting with audiences. Featured in newspapers, radio and TV, Danny has a knack for creating innovative presentations of the Gospel, no matter how large or small the audience.
www.uprightillusions.com

Rick Lawrence, youth worker training

Editor of GROUP Magazine and in charge of Group Publishing’s youth ministry training events, author of hundreds of articles and 25 books, Rick will bring his wealth of knowledge and expertise to ALIVE youth workers.
www.youthministry.com/group
subscribe to Rick’s Podcast in iTunes

Kenneth Zeigler, adult training

As a licensed social worker, Ken has been counseling clients for more than 20 years, as well as providing insightful workshops on topics such as effective communication, conflict resolution, parenting and life transitions. He specializes in marriage and pre-marital counseling, trauma recovery, and family therapy, among others. Ken has successfully implemented a process for accelerated, effective and lasting change, for those who seek his help.
www.wellspringlifecounseling.com

Dr. Hugh Ross, adult training

At a very young age, physics and astronomy captured Hugh Ross’s curiosity and never let go. Between writing, recording podcasts and taking interviews, Hugh travels the world challenging students and faculty, churches and professional groups, to consider what they believe and why. Because he treats people’s questions and comments with respect, he is in great demand as a speaker, talk-radio and tv guest.
www.reasons.org