Festival of Faith North

Friday, April 17- Sunday, April 19, 2026

trinity united church, prince george bc

In person only

Gather with lay leaders, volunteers and ministers from across PMRC for a weekend of learning, connection, and celebration!

Together, we'll explore the theme "Stronger Together: Cooperative Ministry" with keynote sessions, workshops, worship and more.

Come be encouraged, share ideas, and leave renewed for the ministry we share!

Festival Overview

Friday, April 17:

7-9 pm Opening Worship, Keynote Session

Saturday, April 18:

9 am Worship, Keynote Session

10:30 am Workshops

12:30 pm Lunch (included)

2:00 pm Workshops

4:00 pm Keynote and closing

This festival will include workshops strengthening our ministry together…like lay pastoral visiting ministry, affirming ministry, first third ministry, new forms of governance, conflict resolution, engaging in reconciliation locally, community partnerships, and leading worship as a lay person.

rev dr andrew richardson

Andrew is a graduate of Dalhousie University and Atlantic School of Theology and was ordained in 1988, serving in congregational ministry for 31 years. He received his doctorate from Columbia Theological Seminary (Atlanta) in 2007. His thesis was a study of ethical implications of friendship and its potential as a model for communities of faith.

Currently Andrew is the Minister for the Office of Vocation, responsible for the oversight of United Church Clergy and students in the Atlantic Provinces. He is also the General Council Officer lead on Cooperative Ministry, and an adjunct faculty member of Queens College where he teaches missional theology. Andrew has been actively involved in the wider community; as a basketball coach; religion columnist for the Moncton Times Transcript; and served as the Chair of the largest school district in New Brunswick. He is a popular keynote speaker and has given workshops at events across the country.

Christy Guenter

Christy is a collaborative pianist and worship leader who currently resides in Calgary, AB.  Participating in, and leading worship in church settings since her teen years, she is passionate about creating musical spaces for connection and reflection.  Christy artfully blends United Church music with elements from diverse musical traditions and styles, providing a fresh experience.   Christy’s work experience has included collaboration with soloists, dancers, piano students and bands.  She currently leads the faith-based band “The Road”, which offers music leadership at Hillhurst United Church in Calgary.  The Road also hosts regular coffee house events to encourage musical culture within the church and in the community.     

In Christy’s spare time, she enjoys reading, drinking coffee, gardening, and spending time with her partner and three children.

Accommodation, Meals, Travel

Accommodation: A block of 20 rooms (10 Kings, 10 Double Queens) has been reserved, at the Hyatt Place, 585 Dominion Street, Prince George. Special rate: $155 plus taxes. Reserve by March 17, 2026.

Meals: Lunch on Saturday, and snacks and refreshments throughout are all included.