transform weekend
Transform Weekend is for all 6th - 12th grade students! This is a weekend where students will have the opportunity to unplug from the day-to-day and grow closer to the Lord and to other believers. This year, the student ministry is heading back to Jonathan Creek in Hardin, KY for a weekend that's sure to get 2026 started off right!
"But now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God, how can you turn back again to the weak and worthless elementary principles of the world, whose slaves you want to be once more?"
(Galatians 4:9)
COST: Regular Price - $100 // Late Price (January) - $120
DATES: January 16-18
LOCATION: Jonathan's Creek | Hardin, KY
SPEAKER | Adam French
Adam French is a pastor at Long Hollow Church and founder of Recovery Refuge Discipleship Academy. After being radically saved from a life of addiction and drug dealing, he has spent over a decade pastoring and sharing the hope of Jesus. His messages reach over 600 prisons each week, and his book Mandentity has impacted more than 50,000 men behind bars. Adam is also a national Bible communicator, a football coach with multiple championships, and a devoted husband to Josie and father to JR, Joe Joe, and Stella.
WORSHIP LEADER | Alexis Naomi
Alexis Naomi (Lexi) Kuzins is a passionate songwriter and worship leader from Nashville, Tennessee, who helps others encounter the love of Jesus through music. She leads worship at Long Hollow Church and travels nationwide, ministering to people of all ages. Called to songwriting and worship leading at age 13, Lexi has written and co-written hundreds of songs that create Spirit-led moments in God’s presence. A pastor’s kid and the youngest of three sisters, she loves co-leading women’s retreats with her mom and cherishes being “Auntie Lexi” to five little ones.
Breakout SEssions
Do all religions point to the same God?
A lot of people say all religions basically teach the same thing—but do they really? In this breakout, we’ll see what makes Jesus different and why He’s the only way to God. You’ll walk away knowing how to explain what you believe and why it matters.
Do my struggles with mental health change the truth of who God is?
Life can be tough, and our minds can feel like a mess sometimes. But even when we struggle, God doesn’t change. He is still constant, and He is steady—even when we doubt. This session will help you see that your feelings don’t define your faith—and that God’s love remains steady no matter what you face.
How can I know that I know that God is real?
Ever wondered if God is really there? You’re not alone. In this breakout, we’ll look at solid reasons to trust that God exists, how He’s revealed Himself, and what it means to have real faith—not just wishful thinking.
How do I talk to my LGBTQ+ friends about Jesus?
It can be hard to know what to say or how to show love in today’s culture. This session will help you learn how to have honest, kind, and Christ-centered conversations with LGBTQ+ friends. You’ll see that real love means pointing people to Jesus, the one who changes everything.
What does the Bible say about abortion?
What does God think about life before birth? In this breakout, we’ll see what the Bible teaches about the value of every person—born and unborn. You’ll learn how to stand for life with truth, grace, and compassion.
How do I know which denomination is Biblically accurate?
There are so many kinds of churches—so how do we know which ones follow the Bible? This session breaks down what makes a church biblical and why Baptists believe what we do. You’ll understand how to spot truth from tradition, build your beliefs on Scripture, and talk to friends who may have a different view point.
How do I forgive what I can’t forget?
Forgiving someone who’s hurt you isn’t easy. But when we see how much Jesus has forgiven us, it changes everything. This breakout will help you understand what forgiveness really means and how it can set your heart free.
How does the Bible and science coexist?
Can you believe in both God and science? Absolutely. In this breakout, we’ll talk about how the Bible and science actually work together to show God’s power and creativity. You’ll see that faith and facts don’t fight—they fit.
How can there be a good God in a bad world?
If God is good, why is the world so full of pain and evil? This session tackles one of the biggest questions people ask about faith. You’ll learn how the Bible explains suffering and how God’s goodness and plan can still shine through even when the world feels broken.
TRANSFORM WKND PARENT VIDEO
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