Thank you, Hamilton. God gets all the glory.
The weekend ended, but the testimonies keep arriving. Jesus was lifted high, people responded to the Gospel, baptisms filled the park with celebration, families connected, and a record turnout gathered at Gage Park.
70+
Salvations reported
50+
Baptisms reported
3,000+
Hot dogs & drinks shared
These are early reports received by our team so far, not a final audited count. Testimonies are still coming in, and every number represents a person deeply loved by God.
"Not to us, Lord, not to us but to Your name be the glory, because of Your love and faithfulness."
— Psalm 115:1
A love letter to everyone who served
You made room for people to meet Jesus.
To our volunteers: so many of you gave hours of prayer, planning and hands-on work. You lifted, served, welcomed, cooked, cleaned, protected, encouraged and stayed late. We love you guys. This weekend carried your fingerprints everywhere.
To every vendor, ministry, artist and speaker: thank you for bringing your gifts, your excellence and your heart to Hamilton. Please continue to support these amazing people and organizations in the work they do all year long. You can begin with our 2026 vendor directory.
To everyone who came:thank you for showing up, inviting friends, bringing your family and helping spread the word. Whether you prayed, sang, listened, received, served or simply stepped into the park, you were part of something beautiful.
Together we also shared more than 3,000 hot dogs and drinks as a practical expression of love for our community. It was never about putting on a show. It was about lifting up Jesus and making room for people to encounter His love.
In their own words
Overheard at the water’s edge.
Said out loud by people coming up out of the baptism tank in the middle of Gage Park.
“I have no desire for my vape anymore and threw it away”
“My back is healed!”
“I was lost — who would have thought Jesus led me here!”
The weekend in pictures
Jesus Festival Hamilton 2026
Baptisms, prayer, worship at the bandshell and a park full of families — September 4–5 at Gage Park. Tap any photo to open it full size.
The mission continues
Keep the fire burning.
Let us make ourselves available to the Lord's leading every day. Stay rooted in Jesus, connected to a local church, faithful in prayer and ready to love the person God puts in front of you.
“Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.”Romans 12:11
Tell us what God did.
Testimonies build faith. If you experienced salvation, baptism, healing, encouragement, restored hope or a meaningful connection, we would love to hear from you.
All glory belongs to Jesus.
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