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Victory Weekend Will Feature Top Inspirational Speakers and Chart-Topping Music Artists During First-of-Its-Kind Event at Dover International Speedway

All weekend long, attendees will enjoy family activities including skateboarding demonstrations, movies, games and music in Victory Village. On Saturday evening, Sept. 25, Victory Weekend will present a once-in-a-lifetime event that will include inspiring music, speeches and entertainment. On Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, attendees will enjoy an uplifting worship service in the morning followed by a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. For a detailed schedule of activities, please visit: http://www.victoryweekend.com/schedule.html.

"Victory Weekend is an opportunity for families from across the country to come together to renew their faith, revive their spirit, and enjoy family friendly entertainment," said Coach Bill McCartney, chairman of the Victory Weekend Organizing Committee and Founder and CEO of Promise Keepers. "At Promise Keepers, we are renewing our commitment to the Christian community with a focus on strengthening families, and we're delighted to be joined by such inspiring guests."

To date, Victory Weekend's all-star lineup includes:

• Mike Huckabee – Former 2-term Arkansas governor and Advisor to the Christian Values Network, Mike Huckabee is the host of the #1-rated weekend hit "Huckabee" on the Fox News Channel. He is the author of 7 books, including the New York Times listed "A Simple Christmas" and "Do the Right Thing."
• Coach Bill McCartney - Bill McCartney is Founder and CEO of Promise Keepers, a national movement that has led men the world over to pledge themselves anew to family, integrity and a faith-centered life. He led an estimated one million men to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. for what became known as one of the most defining Christian events of the decade.
• Point of Grace - Since forming at Ouachita Baptist University 19 years ago, Point of Grace has emerged as one of the biggest names in Christian music with two Grammy nominations, a record-breaking 24 #1 hit singles and more than 6.5 million albums sold.
• Actor Stephen Baldwin - Actor, director, producer and born-again Christian, Stephen Baldwin has appeared in more than 60 big screen hits and appeared in numerous top-rated TV shows. Baldwin is also an Advisor to the Christian Values Network.
• NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Driver Blake Koch - As a NASCAR driver and runner up for the Sunoco Rookie of the Year, Blake brings the same commitment to a life of faith as he does to crossing the finish line.
• "Pastor G" Geronimo Aguilar - Pastor Geronimo Aguilar is the founding pastor of The Richmond Outreach Center (The ROC), a church with over 150 ministries that serves the inner city of Richmond, Virginia. Pastor G's moving sermons, incredible personal story and dynamic leadership style have led nearly 100,000 people to The Lord in nine years.
• Pastor Jeff Schreve - Pastor Schreve is the Minister of the First Baptist Church, in Texarkana, Texas and host of weekly television and radio shows enjoyed by millions of Christians across the nation.
• Congressman Randy Forbes - Virginia Congressman Randy Forbes, founder of the bipartisan Congressional Prayer Caucus, is a tireless leader in the fight to defend the US Constitution, preserve God-given liberties and safeguard a place for prayer in American life.
• It's A Good Life's Tammy and Michelle - Tammy and Michelle are best selling authors and hosts of a wildly popular TV show who inspire their followers to live a more connected life with families and friends.
• Dr. Steve Wingfield - As a world-renowned evangelist, author and CEO of the Steve Wingfield Evangelistic Association, Dr. Wingfield has led missions and events in the US and worldwide that have helped millions of people realize "the great moves of God" through the power of prayer.
• Dr. Craig Columbus - A frequent TV commentator and Chair of the Department of Entrepreneurship at Grove City College, Dr. Columbus has helped thousands of young people discover entrepreneurship as a spiritual calling.
• Pastor Steve Reynolds - The "Anti-Fat Pastor" who lost more than 100 pounds and inspired a weight-loss program for his church and community, Pastor Steve Reynolds is the author of "Bod 4 God" and host of "Losing to Live" events that are changing lives nationwide.

Additional speakers and entertainers are still being added. Please visit www.victoryweekend.com for the latest lineup.

Tickets may be purchased at www.victoryweekend.com or by calling (888) 205-1435.

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Victory Weekend
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