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Leading By Faith 2024

Learn how you can Lead by Faith, One by One
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Leading by Faith: One by One Conference Day


Friday, Nov. 15th
11am - 5:30pm

The annual Leading By Faith conference is the Sorensen Center’s signature event. The conference invites all members of BYU’s campus to learn from dynamic and inspiring speakers about how to develop Christ-centered leadership that edifies families, congregations, communities, organizations and society. Conferences also feature inspiring performing groups, art and essay contests, and other opportunities for the campus community to engage in discussion about leading as the Savior does.
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Conference Day Schedule

Time

Activity

10:00 - 10:45amCheck-in for the Opening Session
JSB Auditorium
10:45amStandby Line Seating Opens
11:00am - 12:00pmOpening Session: Keynote Speaker
JSB Auditorium
12:30 - 1:30pmLunch
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1:00 - 1:30pmYoung Ambassadors Performance
WSC Main Ballroom
1:45 - 2:35pmWorkshop #1
WSC 3rd Floor

Time

Activity

1:40 - 2:10pm Ballroom Dance Company Performance
WSC Main Ballroom
2:20 - 2:50pmYoung Ambassadors Performance
WSC Main Ballroom
2:45 - 3:35pm Workshop #2
WSC 3rd Floor
3:00 - 3:30pmBallroom Dance Company Performance
WSC Main Ballroom
4:00 - 5:00pmClosing Keynote:
Lisa Valentine & Kirby Heyborne
WSC Main Ballroom
5:00 - 5:30pmDessert Social with Guest Speakers
WSC Garden Court
Keynote & Workshop Speakers

Kirby Heyborne

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Kirby is an accomplished actor, narrator, musician, and comedian. He is best known for his roles in Saints and Soldiers, The Singles Ward, The R.M., The Best Two Years, Sons of Provo, and The Three Stooges. He has also starred in numerous TV series and national commercial campaigns. Kirby currently hosts the popular BYUTV show, “Making Good.” As an audiobook narrator, Kirby has been nominated for a Grammy, received two Odyssey Awards, and countless Earphones Awards for excellence in narration. He has narrated over 2000 audiobooks, including Brandon Mull’s DRAGONWATCH series. He loves spending time with his wife and kids.

Anthony Sweat

Anthony R. Sweat received a BFA in painting and drawing from the University of Utah and his MEd and PhD in curriculum and instruction from Utah State University. Before joining the religion faculty at BYU, he worked for thirteen years with Seminaries and Institutes of Religion. Dr. Sweat is the author of several books and articles related to the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Anthony and his wife, Cindy, are the parents of seven children and reside in Springville, Utah.

Eva Witesman

Eva Witesman is a professor in the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University, where she teaches in the Master of Public Administration and Master of Business Administration programs and serve as Academic Director of the Ballard Center for Social Impact. She teaches leaders how to use organizations and institutions to elevate human potential and solve social problems. Eva regularly provides lectures and workshops on a variety of topics from the professional to the spiritual.

Lisa Valentine Clark

Lisa Valentine Clark graduated with a B.S. in English from Brigham Young University. She was part of the sketch/comedy troupe the Garrens in Provo from 1995 to 2000, and co-founded the theater-as-improv troupe the Thrillionaires. She has done a variety of voiceover and acting work in independent features, including Gracie in the award-winning webseries “Pretty Darn Funny,” which she also writes and produces. Lisa spends most of her time in Provo with her husband, Christopher Clark. They are the parents of five children who seem to make up a unique comedy troupe all their own.

Adam Dyer

Dyer holds a BFA from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater/Fordham University and an MFA from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts specializing in Dance and New Media. Adam currently serves as Associate Chair and Assistant Professor of Contemporary Dance at BYU. Before joining the faculty at BYU, Adam’s career included dancing in the Broadway National Tour of CONTACT, the Tony Award Winning musical by Susan Stroman. Contributing to three different projects for Walt Disney Entertainment.
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Events of the Week

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Seeing the One

Monday, Nov. 11th

Noon-day Activity


How powerful are your words? Come to Brigham Square at 12PM and send a postcard to the one who needs to feel seen.

Leading by Faith Art Showcase


10am - 6pm
Wilkinson Center Garden Court

Come check out the Leading by Faith Art Exhibition and vote on your favorite artwork at the showcase. Winning art pieces will be displayed and recognized at the Leading by Faith Conference on Friday, November 15, 2024.
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Understanding the One

Tuesday, Nov. 12th

Noon-day Activity


How does Christ understand you? Share your thoughts with us and grab a treat at Brigham Square at 12pm.
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Ministering to the One

Wednesday, Nov. 13th

Noon-day Activity


Who needs your love, care, or support? Come to Brigham Square to discover ideas of how you can minister to the one and to grab a treat at 12pm.


Leading by Faith: Lift with Love


6:30pm - 9pm
WILK Varsity Theatre, Terrace, 3200's

Join us for a presentation on the Christ-Centered Leader Model in the WILK Varsity theater followed by a service night in collaboration with Y-Serve. There will be three service project activities: the Refugee Program, Letters to the Elderly, and Ministering Bags. Each of these projects offers a personal opportunity to serve and emulate the leadership of Jesus Christ.
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Reaching the One

Thursday, Nov. 14th

Noon-day Activity


Who can you reach out to today? Come grab a study snack and one for a friend at Brigham Square at 12pm.
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Art Contest 2024

Submit art that demonstrates what leading by faith means to you or what becoming a Christ centered leader looks like in your life or come check out the exhibition!
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Essay Contest 2024

Submit an essay that reflects the principles of the Christ-Centered Leader Model and how they invite us to serve one-by-one.
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*Those that are coming from out of town and would like to stay in a hotel can contact BYU Purchasing and Travel to receive a BYU discounted price with the Provo Marriott and Provo Hyatt Place.

BYU Purchasing and Travel Phone Number: 801-422-3872
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