Films with Special Guests

For this special event, producer Jay Stinnett, associate producer Jeanine Johnston, and Stepping Stones Foundation executive director Sally Corbett-Turco present Bill W. Conscious Contact—the award-winning documentary exploring the spiritual life and personal journey of Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. Rather than focusing solely on the movement he helped create, the film offers an intimate portrait of Wilson as a lifelong seeker devoted to personal growth and reflection. The morning program includes an book signing, introduction, meditation, screening, and live Q&A, creating a thoughtful and immersive experience as part of the Stepping Stones 75th Anniversary Picnic Weekend celebration.

Elva: Art of Redemption tells the story of Lancaster County, PA Artist Elva Hurst's journey from the Old Order Mennonite Church. The movie introduces two local spiritual leaders, Pastor Timothy Wagner and Deacon William Bowen, who have small roles in the production and are spearheading the restoration work on the Cross River 1791 Meeting House. Wagner and Bowen presided at the funeral of the last member of the Cross River Meeting House this past July and received the keys to the historic property. Given the historic nature of the Meeting House dating to 1791 (William Jay signed the original articles of incorporation) it was felt that the property should be preserved. A portion of the proceeds will go towards the effort to save the Cross River 1791 Meeting House.