You Are Invited to an extraordinary Weekend with President & CEO Matt Markins.

The world is being transformed through lives ignited for Jesus with the Gospel. We invite you to celebrate this with us amidst the beauty of the Pacific coast. With top-tier talent, uplifting presentations, and connection with like-minded friends, you will get a front-row seat to what’s ahead for Awana as we continue our mission to engage every child in every corner of the world with the hope of Jesus Christ.

The world is being transformed through lives ignited for Jesus with the Gospel. We invite you to celebrate this with us amidst the beauty of the Pacific Coast.


With top-tier talent, uplifting presentations, and connection with like-minded friends, you will get a front-row seat to what’s ahead for Awana as we continue our mission to engage every child in every corner of the world with the hope of Jesus Christ.

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stunning surroundings,

inspired serenity.

Elegantly poised above the Pacific Ocean, Montage Laguna Beach provides an effortlessly restorative setting of natural beauty and first-class sophistication. Here, you can step away and focus on what truly matters.

Walk the coastline, explore unique sea excursions, relax by the ocean-view pool, or soothe body and mind with wellness experiences at Spa Montage. Each moment here offers a chance to renew perspective and energy, whether on the water, over thoughtful dining, or framed against stunning sea sunsets.

Elegantly poised above the Pacific Ocean, Montage Laguna Beach provides an effortlessly restorative setting of natural beauty and first-class sophistication. Here, you can step away and focus on what truly matters.


Walk the coastline, explore unique sea excursions, relax by the ocean-view pool, or soothe body and mind with wellness experiences at Spa Montage. Each moment here offers a chance to renew perspective and energy, whether on the water, over thoughtful dining, or framed against stunning sea sunsets.

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SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE

Andrew Peterson

A master of melody and theology, Andrew’s songs remind us that the stories we tell our children determine the world they will inherit.

Ellie Holcomb

With a voice that carries both sunlight and soul, Ellie’s music is an honest testament to the Hope we are fighting to instill in the next generation.

Jason Gray

Renowned for his transparent songwriting, Jason explores the beauty of brokenness and the relentless grace of God that restores us all.

Brenton Brown

Brenton is a Grammy award-nominated Christian worship leader and songwriter most known for the songs he has penned for the church.

COST

Complimentary. It would be our pleasure to treat you to the entire weekend, including hotel, breakfasts, and dinners. Your only costs will be transportation, valet fees, lunches, and free-time expenses.

SCHEDULE

Thursday: Registration and Welcome Reception followed by dinner and opening session.

Friday and Saturday: Morning and evening sessions, with afternoons free.

Sunday: Closing celebration and brunch, with wrap-up by noon.

Thursday: Registration and Welcome Reception followed by dinner and opening session.


Friday and Saturday: Morning and evening sessions, with afternoons free.


Sunday: Closing celebration and brunch, with wrap-up by noon.

REGISTER

We expect this weekend to fill up quickly, so please don’t wait to respond. For details, contact Kris Reed at krisr@Awana.org or click the button below to register now. Thank you for understanding this invitation is exclusively for you and your spouse.

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The greatest opportunity
to know, love,
and serve.

The greatest opportunity
to know, love,
and serve.

The next generation is searching for
truth, identity, and assurance
found only in God’s love.

The next generation is searching for truth, identity, and assurance
found only in God’s love.

The next generation is searching for truth, identity, and assurance found only in God’s love.

Awana reaches more than 10 million children and youth across the globe on a weekly basis, strengthening and developing in them a resilient, lasting faith. Through the breadth and depth of our unique resources, each child not only encounters the Gospel and finds a place to belong in the Body of Christ, but becomes equipped to lead their families, churches, and communities into a joyful future. 

God is at work in the lives of children and youth all around the world, and Awana is honored to be part of the story.

Awana reaches more than 10 million children and youth across the globe on a weekly basis, strengthening and developing in them a resilient, lasting faith. Through the breadth and depth of our unique resources, each child not only encounters the Gospel and finds a place to belong in the Body of Christ, but becomes equipped to lead their families, churches, and communities into a joyful future. 


God is at work in the lives of children and youth all around the world, and Awana is honored to be

part of the story.

lasting faith in jesus
for every child.

© 2026 Awana. All rights reserved.
awana.org

lasting faith in jesus
for every child.

© 2026 Awana. All rights reserved.
awana.org

lasting faith in jesus
for every child.

© 2026 Awana. All rights reserved.
awana.org