Rebuild VISION
The 'rebuild' conference is the vision of Isaiah 61, the rebuilding of broken
lives and the restoration of communities. To bring the communities who are involved in tackling addiction together, and to inspire and equip attendees with the knowledge and tools needed to bring transformation in their own communities.
SET FREE
A missional move to see
broken lives set free and walking
in purpose
OTHERS
Raising up strong believer's who
demonstrate the love of Jesus
to see captives set free
rebuild communities
Restoring broken streets and
the communities that they live in
THE EVENT
Saturday will be a day to inspire, inform, and equip the church, as well as support the mission to reach out into their communities. We will have two key speakers, testimonies, and various seminars.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
We are excited to announce that we will have two dynamic keynote speakers for both the morning and afternoon sessions. These gifted speakers will delve into the powerful theme of Isaiah 61, offering profound insights and inspiring messages. Their presentations will explore the core elements of rebuilding broken lives and restoring communities, providing attendees with a deep understanding of this transformative vision. This is an incredible opportunity to gain valuable perspectives and be motivated by their expertise and passion for the mission.
Speaker
Jimi Dowds
Born into a large Scottish family of 17, Jimmy Dowds experienced a dramatic conversion at the Reading Festival that sparked a 50-year international ministry. His mission is to ignite supernatural faith and miracles, both in the church he co-founded with his wife Elma and through 20 years of mentoring leaders in business and sports. His compelling life story includes time in an orphanage and witnessing revival in a former mafia-controlled prison in Argentina.
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Speaker
JOHN EDWARDS
Evangelist John Edwards is the founder of Walking Free Ministries and is widely recognized for his powerful testimony of overcoming addiction and homelessness in Dublin and London. Drawing from his own experiences, John is passionate about sharing hope and transformation through faith. He has spoken at numerous churches and events, including All Nations Church, Shalom House, and the Ministry of Jesus in Dublin. John’s ministry is dedicated to evangelism, training, and outreach, inspiring many with his story of recovery and his commitment to helping others find freedom.
Rebuild workshops
During the course of the conference we will be having times of encountering dynamic workshop teaching on topics related to the restoration of broken lives. We have some fantastic speakers lined up below, covering areas like purpose, identity, freedom from addiction and much more.
Charles
Savage
Breaking Chains
Charles overcame drug addiction, gang life in Glasgow, and crime 20 years ago through faith in God. Now serving Him, he has led the team at Broken Chains in Ayr for over a decade, driven to help others break free from addiction and find liberty in Jesus.
DAVID
BIRMINGHAM
Betel
In 2003, I walked through the doors of Betel broken, battling depression and trapped in addiction. When Jesus set me free, He ignited a calling in my heart—to help others discover the same freedom. Today, my wife Beth and I serve as Directors and Pastors of Betel Hexham. I work hands-on with the women in our café and lead the ministry, while Beth oversees administration. Together, we're always believing for more.
Lynda
Dunkly
TVCC Church
Married to Martin for 43 years, she is mum to three married adult children and grandmother of six, all living locally—a great blessing. Together they’ve served in church leadership for about 40 years and currently lead at Tees Valley Community Church in Teesside and within the Taking Ground family, investing in leadership, discipleship, and strengthening local churches.
Schedule
Saturday will be a day to inspire, inform and equip the church and also help with the mission to reach into the addiction community. We will have two key speakers, to be confirmed in the afternoon. We will have lunch together and then several workshops before rejoining for our afternoon session.
We will end the conference with an encounter with Terry Young from Message North East, and John O'Connor from Junction 42, where the Holy Spirit will minister to people. We will have a team of people trained to minister during the encounter.
22nd novembeR 2025
Saturday
morning
9am - 9.30am Registration and refreshments with coffee and biscuits
9:30am – 12pm Welcome to session 1, worship, main speaker Jimi Dowds
12pm – 1pm Bring your own lunch (have a look at the charity stands!)
Saturday
Afternoon
1.00pm – 1.45pm Workshops 1-4
1.45pm – 2.15pm Break for refreshments
2.15pm – 4.30pm Worship and main talk, John Edwards
4.30 - 5.00pm – Approximate finish
HOW TO FIND US
TRAIN STATION
Allens West
Stockton-on-Tees TS16 0FE
CAR
Follow the A69 North/South Bound, Turn off at the A66 and then Eaglescliffe, Durham Lane
TS16 0RD