Breakout Track
The Lord Will Lead You
155 D-F
Gather in Christ. Grow Together
A weekend conference for Young Single Adults (ages 18–35) centered on Jesus Christ — featuring devotionals, inspiring speakers, meaningful service, and unforgettable connection.
Track Presenters
Presenter:
John Hilton III
PRESENTER BIOS
John Hilton III is a Professor of Religious Education at Brigham Young University. John and his wife Lani have six children. They have lived in Boise, Boston, Miami, Mexico, Jerusalem and China. John has a Masters degree from Harvard and a Ph.D from BYU, both in Education.
John has published several books, including Considering the Cross. He is also the author of the online courses including "Finding Christ in the Old Testament." John loves reading, spending time with his family, and snowboarding.
CLASS TITLE
Surrendering to Jesus Christ
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Following Jesus Christ does not always mean knowing exactly where the path will lead. Sometimes it means trusting Him enough to take the next step while the way is still unclear. This session will explore what it means to place your fears, plans, and will in the Savior’s hands. Learn how surrender can become a continuing pattern of discipleship that brings greater peace, direction, and confidence in God’s ability to lead your life.
Gather in Christ. Grow Together
A weekend conference for Young Single Adults (ages 18–35) centered on Jesus Christ — featuring devotionals, inspiring speakers, meaningful service, and unforgettable connection.
Presenter:
Matt Bardsley
PRESENTER BIO
Brother Matt Bardsley has been a seminary teacher and leader for more than 20 years. He loves running, eating, and creating. He is married to his best friend Aubrey and they have two amazing children.
CLASS TITLE
Lead Me, Guide Me, Walk Beside Me: Revelation and My Walk with the Savior
CLASS DESCRIPTION
How can you better recognize when God is speaking to you and act on the revelation you receive? Through scripture, familiar Primary songs, and practical examples, this session will explore how the Lord communicates with His children. You will consider ways to distinguish spiritual impressions, move forward when answers are incomplete, and build greater confidence in your ability to receive personal guidance as you walk with the Savior.
Gather in Christ. Grow Together
A weekend conference for Young Single Adults (ages 18–35) centered on Jesus Christ — featuring devotionals, inspiring speakers, meaningful service, and unforgettable connection.
Presenter:
Dawan L. Coombs
PRESENTER BIO
Dawan Coombs grew up in Salem, Oregon and served as a full-time missionary in the Utah Salt Lake City Mission. She earned a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University, a master's degree from the University of Utah, and a PhD from the University of Georgia. She enjoys running and spending time outdoors, especially with her family. Dawan currently works as a professor of English and associate dean of undergraduate education at Brigham Young University. Supporting students as they cultivate their testimonies of the Savior and true identities is the best part of her job.
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Finding Steady Footing Amidst Uncertainty
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Uncertainty can leave you questioning your decisions, your direction, and even your sense of self. This session will explore how your identity as a child of God and your relationship with Jesus Christ can provide stability when circumstances remain unresolved. Through prayer, scripture, prophetic counsel, and personal revelation, you can develop the courage to act without needing complete certainty. Come learn how to find steady footing, receive support, and move forward with greater faith and confidence.
Gather in Christ. Grow Together
A weekend conference for Young Single Adults (ages 18–35) centered on Jesus Christ — featuring devotionals, inspiring speakers, meaningful service, and unforgettable connection.
Presenter:
Elder Loren G. Dalton
PRESENTER BIO
Elder Loren G. Dalton was born and raised in Southern California. He is the 9th of 11 children and is the youngest in a set of twins.
After playing basketball in college (in Wyoming and Kansas), Elder Dalton earned his MBA from the Harvard Business School. He has served as the President or CEO of 5 different companies in his career.
Elder Dalton loves missionary work. Besides serving a mission as a young man for two years in Brazil, he served in the California Sacramento Mission Presidency for 8 years, as the Mission President in the Brazil São Paulo Interlagos Mission for three years and, more recently, as a counselor in the Utah Orem Mission Presidency for three years.
Elder Dalton’s viral talk at Ensign College, “You ARE Receiving Revelation…Now ACT On It” (which led to the book by the same name) has been used by mission presidents from around the world in teaching their missionaries how to recognize and act on personal revelation.
In the April 2025 General Conference, Elder Dalton was sustained as an Area Seventy. He and his wife, Annette, have been married for over 40 years. They are the parents of four children and have four grandchildren. They live in Suncrest in Draper, Utah.
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What About Me? Why Does Everyone Except ME Get Promptings from The Holy Ghost
CLASS DESCRIPTION
You ARE Receiving Personal Revelation...but you just haven't been taught how to recognize it yet. In this class, you will not only learn how to recognize the promptings from the Holy Ghost that are coming to you DAILY.....but you will also learn how to recognize the promptings from the adversary that have fooled you many times in the past (so you can ignore them in the future). If you have ever wondered why you don't get promptings or personal revelation, this class is for you. It will be LIFE CHANGING!!