Homecoming is a gathering of believers united in Christ. It is a reminder that no matter our backgrounds, stories, or journeys, we are connected for a greater purpose and bound together through the love of God. This year, as we come together, we believe student’s lives will be strengthened through authentic connection, sharpened by the truth of God’s Word, and transformed by the power and presence of God. Homecoming is more than a convention; it is a declaration to the world that we are stronger together. We gather with expectation, faith, and unity, believing that God will move in extraordinary ways.

Psalm 133:1, NLT
“How wonderful and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!”

SPEAKERS

Russell Johnson

Russell Johnson is the lead pastor of The Pursuit NW, a multisite church in the Pacific Northwest with campuses in Snohomish, Kirkland, and Seattle.
Before stepping into full-time ministry, Russell worked in the political arena as a lobbyist and campaign manager.
He is currently completing a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership at Northwest University.
Russell and his wife, Marija, have been married for 16 years. They have three children and are witnessing a powerful move of God in Seattle and beyond.

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Morgan Dufresne

Morgan Dufresne skillfully and clearly presents the Word of God with passion and a genuine
love for people. She pastored World Harvest Church in Murrieta, California, for eight years, and
she currently ministers with her family in crusades and other meetings around the U.S. and
abroad. She is also an instructor in World Harvest Bible Training Center.
Morgan and her husband, Stephen, have three children, and together they are continuing the
legacy of faith and service that has been a trademark of Dufresne Ministries.

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Chichi Onyekanne

Chichi Onyekanne is a worship leader, speaker, and author committed to cultivating environments where a pure and authentic move of God can thrive. With over 15 years of experience leading worship around the world, he equips churches, teams, and the next generation of worship leaders to deepen their personal and corporate encounters with God and shift their worship culture. He leads live workshops, online discipleship, and hands-on training designed to raise up leaders who carry His presence with depth, authenticity, and authority. 

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Chichi and his wife, Tracy, are passionate about raising strong, spiritually grounded believers who carry the presence of God into every area of life.

Grant Skeldon

Grant Skeldon has a passion for uniting diverse and dynamic young leaders to radically reach the next generation.
He serves as the Next Gen Director for THINQ with Gabe and Rebekah Lyons. THINQ helps people think well about the most pressing issues in culture and create conversations that lead to wisdom

His book, The Passion Generation , has helped thousands of pastors and leaders to reach, raise, and retain the next generation.

Grant and his wife, Cheyanne, live in Nashville, Tennessee, where he serves on the preaching team at Way Church —a thriving church plant where hundreds of people are surrendering to Jesus and embracing their calling as missionaries in the city.

Joshua Broome

Joshua Broome is the Executive Director of Walk Worthy Ministry, a speaker, author, and host of the Walk Worthy Podcast. A Liberty University graduate, he came to faith following a dramatic life transformation, and his story has reached over 100 million people with the truth that no one is too far gone to be reached by the love of Jesus Christ. He is the author of 7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life and lives in Dallas, Texas, with his wife Hope and their four sons.

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Matthew Rojas

Matthew P. Rojas is a commercial and narrative film director based in Austin, TX. His work spans brands like the NBA, Chevrolet, the Texas Rangers, and ASCO Equipment, with short films featured at the Lone Star Film Festival, the Los Angeles Film Awards, and Shots.net.

But more than the work, Matthew speaks to something deeper. He believes filmmaking is a sacred calling and he has built his entire career around that conviction. From commercials to short films to features, every project is an act of stewardship. He speaks to faith-driven creatives who want to take their craft seriously, honor God through excellence, and stop shrinking back from the calling God placed on their life.

He’s a husband and dad to three kids, a proud Texan, and someone who has wrestled with what it means to create with purpose. If you’re a creative trying to figure out how faith and craft belong in the same sentence, Matthew has lived that question and he’s here to talk about it.

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Cindy Irwin

Cindy Irwin – bio: Cindy G. Irwin is a dedicated licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Certified Christian Sex Therapist (ABCST), renowned for her compassionate work in helping individuals and couples achieve emotional, relational, and sexual wholeness through a faith-based lens. With over two decades of experience—including her long-standing involvement with Focus on the Family’s Hope Restored marriage intensive program since 2003—Cindy founded and serves as the executive director of Life By Design (also known as “Life By Design Counseling LLC” and “Life By Design Ministries”), a specialized counseling center and ministry based in the Springfield, Missouri area.

Cindy is also an accomplished author, notably of the book Good Naked: God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness, which offers accessible, biblically grounded guidance to help readers enjoy God’s plan for a joyful and fulfilling sexual life. She has contributed articles to publications like the Assemblies of God Enrichment Journal and frequently speaks at events, retreats, and media appearances on these uplifting themes. In addition to her counseling and writing, Cindy created “Heart Care Chapel”, a special ministry that supports pastors and ministry leaders facing discouragement, wounds, or family challenges.

Warm, insightful, and deeply passionate about restoration and God’s good intentions for relationships, Cindy continues to inspire many through her work at Life By Design, bringing hope, healing, and wholeness to those she serves.

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Brian Barcelona

Brian Barcelona is the President & Founder of One Voice Student Missions. A leader on the forefront of youth evangelism, Brian has been preaching in high schools all over America since 2009 and has seen thousands saved through the message of Jesus. His heart and mission is to see campuses reached all over America and the Nations with and through local churches. Brian lives in Dallas, TX with his wife, Marcela, and four children.

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Eli Bonilla

Eli Bonilla Jr. is the father to three beautiful children; Novalee Grace, Ezekiel Eliezer Rafat, Eden Isabella, and husband to Alexis Gabriella Bonilla. He is a speaker and published author with Harper Collins-Thomas Nelson with his first book entitled “Mixed: Embracing complexity while uncovering your God-led Identity”. He serves as the Regional Youth Director for the Church of God Gulf-Rio Grande Region. His full-time responsibilities are with Abundant Life Church as a pastor on staff.

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Brandon Cormier

Brandon Cormier, holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Divinity from Oral Roberts University, has served in various ministry roles for over 20 years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he and his wife Octavia founded Zeal Church in Colorado Springs, now drawing more than 2,000 attendees weekly across two campuses. An internationally sought-after speaker, Brandon balances ministry and enjoys Crossfit while cherishing time with his wife and four children.

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SCHEDULE

Download the full event schedule. 14forty services for the 2026 Southwest Believers' Convention will be Monday through Friday.

VOLUNTEER

We are looking for Students and Adults who:

Student Leaders will be allowed to serve in positions before and after services as greeters and check-in scanners.

Student Leader Expectations

Student Leader Keys to Success

STUDENT SIGNUP

All adult volunteers must be 18 years and older and will have a background check completed before the beginning of SWBC 2026. Areas of service include: Camera Operators, Check-in Scanners, Ushers

Student Leaders will be allowed to serve in positions before and after services as greeters and check-in scanners.

Adult Volunteer Keys to Success

Adult Volunteer Expectations

ADULT SIGNUP 

FAQs

What ages are allowed to attend 14forty Youth Meetings?

14forty Youth Meetings are designed for students ages 12–17. If your student falls within this age range, they’re invited to join us!

14forty SWBC services are considered a secure atmosphere, meaning that all the adults in our room are screened in advance and trained to be around minors. We do have a small designated area for parents or youth leaders to sit in service, but they must check-in at our adult check-in and only sit in that area. We will require proof that any adult who wishes to attend is a parent or youth leader.

18-year-olds are not permitted to attend youth services, as all adults present are required to complete a background check. However, you’re invited to connect at the Young Adults booth downstairs and join the Main Arena Services. If you’re interested in being part of the youth sessions, you may volunteer by completing the adult volunteer application and fulfilling all required safety screenings.

After students have initially been registered in our system, students may arrive for 14forty services on their own and check in. However, students are not in the care of 14forty staff and volunteers UNTIL they have officially scanned into the service and are safely in our room.

14forty youth services for the Southwest Believers’ Convention will be held in the Fort Worth Convention Center in the Ball Room. The Ball Room is located on the 2nd level near the commerce street entrance.

We will not be streaming our services live this year. However, we will be uploading the previous day’s services to our social media platforms the following day! This will enable you to still engage with us the week of SWBC if you cannot attend in person.

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