Tazewell County Events

Keynote Speaker — Matt Hammitt

Matt Hammitt is a three-time Dove Award recipient, two-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, author, and speaker, best known as the lead vocalist of the Christian band Sanctus Real from 1996–2016. In addition to his work as a recording artist, Matt is a respected songwriter, working with influential Christian and worship artists, including For King & Country, Cody Carnes, Francesca Battistelli, Terrian, and Bethel Music. The decision to step away from Sanctus Real in 2016 became the foundation of his book, Lead Me: Finding Courage to Fight for Your Marriage, Children, and Faith, which offers an unfiltered account of his personal journey through faith, marriage, and fatherhood.