05/28/2026
**2026 Headliner - Stephen McWhirter**
STEPHEN MCWHIRTER - Stephen McWhirter is a Dove Award–winning and Grammy-nominated worship recording artist, songwriter, speaker, and now author whose story and music testify to the redemptive power of Jesus to radically restore even the most broken of lives. Stephen, the son of an evangelist, was a drug addict who hated Jesus and Christians, encountered the love of Jesus in a way that completely transformed his heart and life. What began as a story of addiction and hopelessness has now become a testimony of radical restoration and unshakable faith. Through every song, message, and moment on stage, Stephen carries the same heart cry—that people would encounter the real, living Jesus who changes everything. You can read Stephen’s whole story in his book, “Radically Restored: How Knowing Jesus Heals Our Brokenness ”His breakout worship anthem, "Come Jesus Come, "has become a global prayer of longing and revival, reaching millions of listeners across streaming platforms and worship gatherings worldwide. The song earned him his first Grammy nomination with both CeCe Winans and the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, and its impact continues to grow—connecting deeply with believers hungry for the presence of God and the hope of His return. Today, Stephen travels globally and has significant online presence as a worship leader and speaker, sharing his story and leading many to Jesus. Whether on stage, in song, or through his upcoming book, his mission is simple: to point people to Jesus, to find out who they are restored and fully alive. Stephen lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with his wife, Tara and their three sons. He is an artist and songwriter with Capital Christian Music Group & Rethink Music, and an author with Zondervan Books
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