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Leading by Faith: Becoming Beacons of Light Through Interfaith Friendships

February 26-27, 2026

Join us for the annual Leading by Faith Conference, the Sorensen Center’s signature event. The conference invites all members of BYU’s campus to learn from dynamic and inspiring speakers about Becoming Beacons of Light through Interfaith Friendships, featuring keynote speaker Reverend Teal of Oxford University, as well as a complimentary Costa Vida, interactive workshops, and prizes. This year’s conference will place special focus on BYU students on Thursday, February 26, and on faculty and staff on Friday, February 27 in the Wilkinson Center.

Conference Day Schedule

Student Session

Thursday, February 26th

Time
Activity
11:00am - 12:00pm

Keynote Address by Oxford Universities Reverend Andrew Teal

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12:00 - 12:50pm
Costa Vida and Informal Conversation
1:00 - 2:00pm
Student Workshops

Faculty and Staff Session

Friday, February 27th

Time
Activity
11:00am - 12:15pm

Panel and Q&A with Oxford Universities Reverend Andrew Teal and Sorensen Director Dr. Jeffrey Thompson

Varsity Theatre

12:20 - 1:20pmZupas and Informal Conversation
1:30 - 2:30pm

Closing Workshops

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