What happens when you put a microphone in the middle of one of Conway’s biggest celebrations? You get stories, laughter, and a whole lot of fun!

In this special episode of Pathway to Conway, we take the podcast to Riverfest 2026, Conway’s annual celebration along the beautiful Waccamaw River. Every year, Riverfest brings thousands of people together for live music, great food, local vendors, family activities, and a chance to celebrate everything that makes our community so special.

Throughout the day, people stopped by the Pathway Church booth, grabbed a seat behind the microphone, and shared a little of their story. We asked some fun, quick-fire questions, heard plenty of laughs, and discovered why so many people love calling Conway home.

This episode is filled with spontaneous moments, unforgettable personalities, and reminders that everyone has a story worth telling. So grab a cup of coffee, press play, and join us for a front-row seat to one of Conway’s favorite traditions. You never know who you’ll meet—or what story will inspire you next.

What happens when you put a microphone in the middle of one of Conway’s biggest celebrations? You get stories, laughter, and a whole lot of fun!

In this special episode of Pathway to Conway, we take the podcast to Riverfest 2026, Conway’s annual celebration along the beautiful Waccamaw River. Every year, Riverfest brings thousands of people together for live music, great food, local vendors, family activities, and a chance to celebrate everything that makes our community so special.

Throughout the day, people stopped by the Pathway Church booth, grabbed a seat behind the microphone, and shared a little of their story. We asked some fun, quick-fire questions, heard plenty of laughs, and discovered why so many people love calling Conway home.

This episode is filled with spontaneous moments, unforgettable personalities, and reminders that everyone has a story worth telling. So grab a cup of coffee, press play, and join us for a front-row seat to one of Conway’s favorite traditions. You never know who you’ll meet—or what story will inspire you next.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Jason Collins, a man whose story proves that sometimes God’s call doesn’t get quieter … it just gets harder to ignore. Originally from Bennettsville, South Carolina, Jason sensed a call to ministry early on, but like many of us, he took the scenic route. College, graduate school, and a career as Conway’s City Planner (and later launching his own construction company) kept him busy … but God wasn’t finished.In 2008, Jason finally said “yes,” stepped into ordained ministry, and now serves as Pastor of St. Paul’s right here in Conway.

And let me tell you, his passion for his family, for people, and this community is contagious.As we walk the PATH with Jason — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll laugh, relate, and maybe even feel that nudge to stop putting off what God’s been calling you to do. This one will challenge you to invest in people, step into your purpose, and trust that it’s never too late to answer the call.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Jason Collins, a man whose story proves that sometimes God’s call doesn’t get quieter … it just gets harder to ignore. Originally from Bennettsville, South Carolina, Jason sensed a call to ministry early on, but like many of us, he took the scenic route. College, graduate school, and a career as Conway’s City Planner (and later launching his own construction company) kept him busy … but God wasn’t finished.

In 2008, Jason finally said “yes,” stepped into ordained ministry, and now serves as Pastor of St. Paul’s right here in Conway. And let me tell you, his passion for his family, for people, and this community is contagious.

As we walk the PATH with Jason — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll laugh, relate, and maybe even feel that nudge to stop putting off what God’s been calling you to do. This one will challenge you to invest in people, step into your purpose, and trust that it’s never too late to answer the call.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Wallace Evans, Jr. — a man who moved to Conway and didn’t just unpack boxes … he rolled up his sleeves and started making a difference. Wallace saw a need, especially the impact of fathers missing from the home, and instead of shaking his head about it, he did something about it by helping launch A Father’s Place, an initiative that enables men to develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to become responsible fathers and co-parents. And as if that wasn’t enough, he also stepped out in faith to start a church right here in Conway.

Wallace loves the Lord, loves his family, and loves Conway — and that love shows up in action. As we walk the PATH with Wallace — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll hear a story that’s honest, inspiring, and maybe just a little challenging. You might even find yourself asking, “What difference could I make?”

Fair warning: by the end of this episode, you might just feel a little nudge to step up, step out, and make a difference in Conway too.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Wallace Evans, Jr. — a man who moved to Conway and didn’t just unpack boxes … he rolled up his sleeves and started making a difference. Wallace saw a need, especially the impact of fathers missing from the home, and instead of shaking his head about it, he did something about it by helping launch A Father’s Place, an initiative that enables men to develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to become responsible fathers and co-parents. And as if that wasn’t enough, he also stepped out in faith to start a church right here in Conway.

Wallace loves the Lord, loves his family, and loves Conway — and that love shows up in action. As we walk the PATH with Wallace — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll hear a story that’s honest, inspiring, and maybe just a little challenging. You might even find yourself asking, “What difference could I make?”

Fair warning: by the end of this episode, you might just feel a little nudge to step up, step out, and make a difference in Conway too.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Jonathan Bowers — a young man with a big heart, a strong faith, and more wisdom than most people expect from a high school senior. Jonathan moved to Conway as a young child, and along the way his family, his community, and his relationship with the Lord have helped shape who he is today. And here’s the cool part — he’s already helping shape the community right back.

Jonathan is a senior at Conway Christian School, a Chick-fil-A team member who probably says “my pleasure” better than the rest of us, a brother, a friend, and someone who genuinely cares about people.

As we walk the PATH with Jonathan — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll hear a story filled with faith, connection, laughter, and the kind of perspective that reminds us leadership doesn’t start someday… it starts right now. This conversation is encouraging, honest, and a great reminder that the next generation is already making an impact in Conway.

In this episode of Pathway to Conway, we sit down with Jonathan Bowers — a young man with a big heart, a strong faith, and more wisdom than most people expect from a high school senior. Jonathan moved to Conway as a young child, and along the way his family, his community, and his relationship with the Lord have helped shape who he is today. And here’s the cool part — he’s already helping shape the community right back.

Jonathan is a senior at Conway Christian School, a Chick-fil-A team member who probably says “My Pleasure” better than the rest of us, a brother, a friend, and someone who genuinely cares about people.

As we walk the PATH with Jonathan — his Purpose, Arrival, Transformation, and Heart — you’ll hear a story filled with faith, connection, laughter, and the kind of perspective that reminds us leadership doesn’t start someday … it starts right now. This conversation is encouraging, honest, and a great reminder that the next generation is already making an impact in Conway.