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Hearts Set Free

Encouragement. Freedom. Restoration.

Experience encouragement, freedom and restoration at Hearts Set Free, an uplifting conference for women of all generations. You’ll enjoy powerful messages and music that will help set you free from life’s worries and fill you with hope and encouragement.

February 21, 2026

9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Wooddale Church
6630 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

“The Hearts Set Free conference does a fantastic job at creating a welcoming atmosphere and an insight-packed program. You will laugh, cry and eat delicious snacks. There is so much for everyone to take away. I can't wait to attend again this year.”
Sarah H.
Featured speakers
Laura Acuna

Laura Acuña

Author, Speaker & Bible Teacher

Laura is an author, speaker and Bible teacher with more than 20 years of experience in women’s ministry. She is passionate about helping women of all ages build strong, healthy intergenerational relationships and grow into spiritual maturity and emotional wholeness. Laura teaches the practical, life-changing application of God’s Word—truth that leads to real growth, healing and transformation.

Because of God’s profound love, grace and restoring power in her own life, Laura has an unquenchable desire to know Him more deeply and to make His character known. She feels called to testify to God as the Redeemer of broken thinking, broken hearts and broken dreams. What He has done for her she believes He will do for you.

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Porcia Baxter

Porcia Baxter

Author & Speaker

Porcia is a speaker and author who deeply understands our need for Jesus. Once gripped by addiction, her life is now a testimony to God’s freedom and redemption. Decades later, she is passionate about equipping generations to boldly seek and proclaim the truth, even in the ordinary moments.

Porcia has a heart for helping women of all ages discover their identity in Christ and the inner beauty that comes from knowing who we truly are in Him. Fully surrendered, unashamed and on fire for the Lord, she longs to see others live with the same freedom and passion.

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Vanessa DeSilvio

Vanessa DeSilvio

The Chosen Actor, Model & Voice-over Artist

Vanessa is a model, voice-over artist and actor who portrayed Photima (the woman at the well) in The Chosen. Though she sat at the feet of a fictional Jesus, she personally knows the peace and freedom that come from following the true Savior and receiving His promise of eternal life. Her time in the role deepened her relationship with Jesus and affirmed that true freedom is found only in Him.

Vanessa believes that Jesus knows everything about us and that the chains of every sin can be broken through repentance and trust in Him.

Tickets

Ticket price includes all conference main sessions with live music and featured speakers. Delightful treats and drinks will be provided.

Lunch available for purchase. Price increases on February 9.

  • Admission (Earlybird)

    Earlybird ticket purchase includes $5 off merch coupon to use at the event and you will automatically be entered into a prize drawing.

    $40
  • Students
    $20
“Before I attended last year, I didn't quite know what to expect from the conference. I was delighted to find that it was joyful, inspirational and fun. There were so many powerful moments and messages. I can't wait to see what they have planned for us next.”
Jane B.

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