Our keynote speaker for 2026 is Scott Ingegneri, Executive Director of ACT International, a ministry which mobilizes and equips artistic and innovative missionaries for Christian work worldwide. He is also Founder/President of Awaken Ministries International, a movement called to awaken generations to Kingdom culture. He is dedicated to the holistic development of ministerial leaders, creatives, and marketplace leaders.

Scott's influence—as a gifted Bible teacher, communicator, church planter, songwriter, and worship leader—is evident through his consultations and partnerships with churches and organizations worldwide, including service on the President’s Council for Oral Roberts University and Life Pacific University.

Judith Monroe is a California-based mixed media artist who weaves together photography, paint, and ephemera to uncover the 'hidden treasures' of the natural world. While she initially pursued writing in college, discovering the magic of the darkroom shifted her path toward visual exploration. In her artworks, she layers original photographs with rich textures and found elements to represent the many layers of meaning found in nature. Her work is a search for solace and connection and is held in public and private collections from Sacramento to Scotland.

Judith shares, "In a world that is often too loud and too fast, I find my solace in the 'slow hike,' those moments spent crouched over a trail, examining a single leaf or the intricate life cycle of a butterfly. To me, a breeze is like a gentle caress, a leaf is a symbol for growth, and a butterfly is a reminder of our potential for transformation."

Author, composer, minister, and fourth generation creative evangelist—Philip Shorey has been a missionary for twenty years in the arts scene of Minneapolis, Minnesota. A gifted artist, Philip has used theater, silent film, street performance, parade floats, puppetry, symphony, and many other methods to present the Gospel all over the world. He has authored two books,"Kill Your Art" and "Travelogues of a Family Sideshow," and founded his own community theater (curseofthevampire.com) featuring original live silent film score productions pointing people to Jesus. He has sold out venues across the USA and Europe with his orchestral productions, and sees himself as an advocate for healing the human heart. Philip will be teaching in a Breakout Season, "How to be bold with the Gospel through your art, and not get canceled.”

Tessa is the founder of both Ballet Rejoice Company and School for the Arts as well as Fairytale Ballet. Over the past 20 years Tessa has had the privilege of coming alongside hundreds of dancers to help them to reach their goals and inspire them in their training and beyond. She enjoys all aspects of this mission from technical training, to choreography, and performance. She has staged classical ballets as well as creating and choreographing many full length original ballets for Ballet Rejoice Company. Many of her students have gone on to pursue dance as a career. She enjoys working with all ages and levels of ballet from beginning through pre-professional.

Tessa found her passion for ballet at a very young age and dance has always been a part of her life. Previously, Tessa was also the founder and director of The Conservatory of Dance for 5 years, and was a teacher and performer with Ballet Hawaii, and Assistant Director and Principal Dancer with Placer Theater Ballet for 7 years.

Steve and Sandi Padilla founded Pure Worship Ministries in 2017 to bring hope and healing through worship and the Word. Steve is a worship leader, clinician, speaker, teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. He is credited with playing keyboards on four of Lincoln Brewster’s CDs. Sandi is an author, worship leader, songwriter, watercolor artist, and host of her own podcast. Steve and Sandi write and record music in their home studio and enjoy ministering to the local body of Christ through retreats, Celebrate Recovery, Aglow International, and their home church in Colorado Springs. Sandi just finished her book, “The Frequency of Healing,” last October when it debuted at #41 in Religious Studies on Amazon! The book is a companion to the 2023 release of the CD “Frequency of Healing” recorded by Steve and Sandi. Together, they have released 9 albums and 7 singles and have shared their music around the world. When they are not leading worship, you may find Steve and Sandi “rockhounding” deep in the Rocky Mountains, where they collect rare minerals and turn them into wearable jewelry.

Wendy Hoover has worked professionally as a singer, actor, and violinist. She co-founded CYT Sacramento in 2012 and in addition to teaching various classes, Wendy has directed and/or music directed more than fifteen shows. She sang before she talked, started studying the violin at age four, and eventually attended the University of New Mexico, earning her degree in Music with an emphasis in voice. After gaining experience in dinner theater, cabaret, musical theater and opera, Wendy returned to Southern California and went on to play lead and supporting roles in theater, television, and film. In addition to acting and directing at CYT, Wendy is a principal artist with The Classic Theatre in Placer County, and even starred in a one-woman show at the American Theater in Kansas City. However, people get most excited about Wendy’s appearance in the Hallmark Movie, Santa Jr. (you sappy Hallmark fans know who you are!). She also worked as a principal actor in a number of national, regional, and local commercials.

Angela is the Director of New Joy Arts, a catalyst of creativity and renewal for individuals and communities. As such, she has taught at the Crocker Art Museum, various private schools, public schools, homeschool groups, churches and community non-profits.

As a working artist in her community, she has created and taught art all across the country, from schools and museums to her own studio. Angela teaches adults and children in a variety of artistic disciplines including creative writing, performance, visual arts and creative practices. Angela has a degree in Cultural Studies with minors in both Education and Theology.

Chris Long is an accomplished executive, producer, and publisher responsible for award winning Gospel, Jazz, and Latin music and video productions. Long’s productions have achieved Gold and Platinum sales, as well as winning Grammy, Grand Prix du Disque, and Dove awards.

Chris found his first label job with the iconic Concord Records, becoming the label’s Vice President and General Manager while still in his mid 20’s. He also served as Senior Vice President of Records and Publishing for Integrity Music, and President of Monarch Records. In his time in the music business, he worked closely with gospel artists: Fred Hammond, T.D. Jakes, Hillsong, and Sandi Patty; Pop vocalists: Oleta Adams, Janis Siegel (Manhattan Transfer), and Rosemary Clooney; and jazz and Latin music greats: George Shearing, Tito Puente, and Poncho Sanchez. His latest endeavor through Deer Hill Music is the Immerse Collective, an alternative worship music experience.

Songwriter, author, inventor, speaker, and pastor—Manuel Luz is passionate about worship, coffee, the Las Vegas Raiders, and the intersections of faith and the arts. An active advocate for the arts and artists of faith, Manuel has authored two books on worship and the arts: "Imagine That: Discovering Your Unique Role as a Christian Artist" (Moody Publishers); and "Honest Worship: From False Self to True Praise" (InterVarsity Press).

When he isn't designing musical instruments (like his patented WalkaBout Drum) or producing albums (listen to his latest, "A Different Kind of Love Song," on all streaming services), Manuel is the Creative Arts Pastor for Oak Hills Church in Folsom. Manuel is the founder of the Intersections Conference.