Wm. Paul Young is a spiritual guide to many, a conference speaker and the internationally acclaimed author of the book, "The Shack" a book that has transformed the way people view God's presence in the midst of their darkest moments. He is also the author of "Eve" "Crossroads" and "Lies We Believe About God". Young now lives in Washington with his wife Kim. 

Brad Jersak is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He serves as a reader and monastery preacher at All Saints of North America Orthodox Monastery. He also occasionally teaches at The Bridge in Abbotsford. Through his books and seminars, Brad shares the good news that God is Love, perfectly revealed in Jesus Christ. He teaches others how to encounter God through the practice of ”listening prayer,” through which God’s love heals wounded hearts and empowers us to heal this broken world.