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AoG Conference 2022

Welcome to our National Conference 2022 page, where you can find answers to FAQ's, our Guest speakers and apply to be an exhibitor at our Conference in May!

The AoG National Conference is running this year from the 5-7th May with international guests speakers and worship leaders it will be a phenomenal time of input, impartation and inspiration. The heart of the National Leadership Team is that we gather as Church Leadership Teams to not only worship and receive but that we connect together nationally to be more effective locally.

We would like to thank our sponsors: Compassion, Geldards, Wycliffe Bible Translators, Logos, Churchsuite and Tearfund find out more about them here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate! See below for a brief programme, please note times are subject to change.

Guest Speakers

Rev Canon J. John

J.John (Revd Canon) has been an evangelist for four decades. He has spoken in towns, cities and universities in 69 countries. This has included 36 series of just10, re-examining the Ten Commandments, where the combined attendance exceeded one million people. In 2017 he launched JustOne at the Arsenal Emirates Stadium in London, and JustOne events are being conducted throughout the UK.

Evangelist, minister, speaker, broadcaster and writer, J.John communicates the Christian faith in a practical way. He has his own weekly TV programme, which is broadcast globally, and a number of podcasts. He has written several books across a range of subjects including the ‘Theology for Little People’ series to help children understand biblical truth.

J.John lives in Chorleywood in England. He is married to Killy and is a father and grandfather.

Pastor Agu Irukwu

Agu Irukwu is a law graduate of the University of Warwick, UK.  A former investment banker and partner in a law firm; he is now the Senior Pastor of Jesus house for all nations London. He is the founder of the Mandate Men’s Ministries, a ministry which seeks to empower, equip, encourage and raise Godly men.

He is also a key member of the One People Commission of the Evangelical Alliance. A body set up to integrate ethnic minority churches more fully into the Evangelical Alliance. He was one of the Presidents of Churches Together in England (CTE) representing the Pentecostal churches in England. He serves with the 5 other presidents including the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby & Cardinal Nichols The Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church.  He was voted Britain’s most inspirational black person in a poll conducted by the mayor of London’s office and the London Metro in 2012.

He co-founded a children’s charity with his wife, Sola, called Global Hands for African Children. A charity which seeks to break the cycle of poverty by providing educational facilities and resources to children in poverty-stricken communities in Africa.

Pastors Agu and Sola Irukwu have three children and they live in Eastcote, Middlesex, United Kingdom.

Dr Amy Orr-Ewing

Dr Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. She is the author of multiple books including ‘Where is God in All the Suffering?’ and bestselling, ‘Why Trust the Bible?’

Over the last twenty years, Amy has given talks and answered questions on university campuses around the world. She has also addressed Parliamentarians in the Speakers Rooms and Chapel at the UK Parliament and staffers on Capitol Hill, and at the West Wing of The White House. She regularly responds to invitations to speak in banks, businesses, and consultancy firms as well as churches and conferences.

Amy is interested in the intersection of questions of meaning and faith with the marketplace, education and policymaking. Amy holds a doctorate in Theology from the University of Oxford. She enjoys broadcasting in the media and giving public lectures. Amy is also the co-founder of REBOOT, an innovative youth initiative aimed at helping teenagers think deeply about faith, which now runs in countries all over the world. Amy lives in Oxford with her husband ‘Frog’. They have three boys, JJ, Zach and Benji.

Noel Robinson

For Noel Robinson - influential songwriter, recording artist and pioneer of the UK gospel music community - a commitment to local church has always played a pivotal role in his life and career which now spans 20 years of ministry.

Growing up, Noel was encouraged to contribute to Sunday worship following the example set by his father, also a musician. Noel’s early experiences within the Pentecostal church are felt in this music, effortlessly fusing contemporary worship with gospel influences. The results are truly unique – a worshipful expression embraced by believers from a myriad of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

An award-winning artist, some of Noel’s most memorable accolades include a stint with BBC’s ‘Songs of Praise’ and the establishment of Renewal Worship Encounters.

Noel Robinson has released 6 albums to date including 2015’s ‘Outrageous Love’. He is the author of popular church anthems, ‘Rain’ and ‘You Give Me Life’ and his latest Integrity music release ‘ I Surrender’ with award wining songs I Surrender, He’s Able, Faithful God and Build my life (cover) and UK radio hit ‘Arrested by your Loved.

Does my 2020 ticket carry over to 2022? 

Yes! All tickets from 2020 have been transferred to 2022. If you have any questions about your tickets please use the live chat on the website or alternatively email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and someone will be in touch with you. 

What are the timings of the conference?

See our programme below. This programme is subject to change.

Where is the conference?

Harrogate Convention Centre, Kings Road, Harrogate, HG1 5LA

What’s the best way to get to the venue? 

Below there is a link for the best ways to get to the venue!

Where can I park? 

Below there is a link to the map that will help you find the best places to park.

Where can I stay? 

There are plenty of places to stay in Harrogate. Below is a link to all the places that the venue can recommend.

Are there any visitor discount offers?

Yes! Harrogate Convention Centre has cards that you can collect when you arrive at the venue. Below is a link to see where you can get a discount from.

Is there any childcare provided? 
Delegates bringing small children (0-18 months) will be able to access our creche facility outside the main auditorium. This is an unstaffed facility and therefore children must be supervised at all times. All main conference sessions will be streamed to the creche area to ensure you don't miss out.
Is there somewhere to drop my bags? 

There will be a cloakroom available for £2 per item.

Is AoG Conference open to anyone? 

Yes! Anyone can come - you can sign up today. Book in below.

Will there be Food & Drink provided?
Harrogate Convention Centre does not allow food and drink purchased offsite to be brought in to the venue. However, there will be various food stations around the venue where food can be purchased. No food or drink is included when purchasing a conference ticket.

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