10/27/2025
Glendale, Arizona â October 24â25, 2025
Arizona Youth Convention 2025 gathered nearly 1,200 students and leaders from 62 churches at Harvest Church in Glendale for a powerful weekend centered on the theme âJesus Is Coming Soon.â
From the opening session, God moved mightily among students. Over 200 young people responded to the gospel for salvation, praying with their leaders in an altar room dedicated to helping them take their next steps in following Jesus. Throughout the weekend, students experienced Godâs presence in worship, sensed His call to ministry, and committed to join in His mission with renewed urgency.
A highlight of the convention was a live broadcast featuring missionaries serving in sensitive regions of the world, produced by Brandon Greenawalt. Students responded with a Speed the Light offering to help advance the gospel in the Arab worldâan unforgettable moment of generosity and global vision.
The event also featured an exciting âBattle Royaleâ REC experience, moments of celebration and unity under the banner of Jesus, and a heartfelt tribute to Jiovan Garcia for his years of ministry in Arizona, as he transitions to serve with the Northwest Ministry Network.
We extend gratitude to our special speakersâMatt Harder (District Youth Director, Northwest Ministry Network) and two missionary guests who joined us live from sensitive countries. Worship was led powerfully by 29:11 Worship, with creative contributions from United Dance Company, with appearances from Blare Wood & Christian Chambliss. We are deeply grateful to Pastor Ron Rockwell and the entire Harvest Church team for their incredible hospitality, and to Nick Whitestone and Steven Hernandez for leading our altar ministry.
A special thank you to the Arizona Youth and Youth Alive Teamâ Griffin McGrath, Monica Freeman, Asheley Ouimet, Bethany McGrath, Yoyo Garcia, Megan Kronstedt, Adrian Alcaraz, and Gavin Kuruvillaâalong with the AZYM Interns, SEU Arizona, and all the volunteers who made this event possible.
Arizona Youth Convention 2025 was a powerful reminder that the gospel is going forth with urgencyâJesus is calling this generation to rise up, follow Him, and reach the ends of the earth.