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September 23, 2026
The September 19 Christian conference at the Oregon Convention Center also featured Tim Tebow, Nick Vujicic, Craig Groeschel, Sage Steele and the Benham Brothers.
PORTLAND, Ore. (September 23, 2026) – Life Surge brought its one-day Christian conference to the Oregon Convention Center in Portland on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The event ran from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and brought together live worship, personal stories and practical conversations about faith, business and financial stewardship.
The Portland event featured multi-platinum worship artist TAYA, entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor Daymond John, and comedian Trey Kennedy. Their distinct voices helped shape a day that invited attendees to consider how their beliefs influence the way they work, lead, use their resources and connect with others.
TAYA brought worship to the center of the experience. John offered the perspective of an entrepreneur who built a business into a recognized brand, while Kennedy brought humor to a program focused on serious questions of purpose and responsibility.
The lineup also included motivational speaker Nick Vujicic, two-time national football champion Tim Tebow, pastor and author Craig Groeschel, media host Sage Steele, and entrepreneurs and authors the Benham Brothers. Vujicic’s life story arrives in theaters September 25 in the documentary No Limbs, No Limits. To meet more of the people who take the Life Surge stage, browse the speakers and artists page.
Life Surge Portland followed the organization’s focus on worship, wisdom, work and wealth, exploring how Christians can approach their careers, businesses, finances and influence with intention.
“Faith should shape more than what happens on Sunday,” said Life Surge President Shawn Marcell. “Our hope is that people leave a Life Surge event thinking more clearly about what they’ve been entrusted with and how they can use it to serve their families, communities and others.”
Life Surge’s one-day events introduce attendees to perspectives on biblical stewardship, leadership and marketplace life.
Those interested in further education can explore Life Surge’s three-day Impact Classes and the ongoing programs offered through SurgeU.
The 2026 tour continues in Charlotte on October 10, Hartford on October 17 and Phoenix on October 24. See every date, city and lineup on the Life Surge events page, or visit LifeSurge.com.
Life Surge is a national, faith-based live event and education company that brings together speakers, worship and practical teaching to encourage people to grow in faith, leadership and stewardship. Its one-day events focus on worship, wisdom, work and wealth, challenging attendees to use their lives and resources for Kingdom impact.
No Limbs, No Limits: The NickV Story opens in theaters nationwide on September 25, 2026, through Fathom Entertainment. The announced run is September 25 through October 2, so check local listings for showtimes.
The film’s official website, NickVFilms.com/2026, has the trailer, theater information and ticket links.
Yes. Vujicic has been featured at Life Surge events in cities including Des Moines, Dallas, Sacramento, San Diego, Las Vegas and Houston. See the Life Surge events page for upcoming dates and locations.