
Preaching-Teaching Convention 2026
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Location
Joplin, MO
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Date
February 16 - 18, 2026
Tickets and Registration
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Regular
$110
November 16 -December 31 -
Extended
$130
January 1 - February 16
Event Summary
Register today for the 2026 Preaching-Teaching Convention!
President's Banquet
Monday, February 16, at 6:00 p.m.
Hear Michael Jr. as the special guest at the 2026 President’s Banquet on Monday, February 16, at 6:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Building.
About Michael Jr.
Known as one of today's most gifted communicators, Michael Jr. brings laughter and encouragement to audiences all over the world. Using comedy and dynamic storytelling he inspires audiences to discover and activate their purpose. This unique skill set has landed him on stages like The Tonight Show on NBC, TEDx talks, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. His mission to make laughter commonplace in uncommon places means that he also seeks opportunities to share his gift with those in homeless shelters and prisons. You can find him in Sony Pictures' feature film War Room, as well as starring roles in Selfie Dad, Laughing on Purpose, and More Than Funny.
Event Itinerary
Monday, Feb. 16
- 6:00 PM President’s Banquet - Guest: Michael Jr. (Multi-Purpose Building)
Tuesday, Feb. 17
- 8:30 AM Bible Study & Coffee - Jason Price (Chapel)
- 9:30 AM Main Session - Steadfast Perseverance, James 1:1-18 - Tyler McKenzie (Multi-Purpose Building)
- 1:00 PM Main Session - Righteous Obedience, James 1:19-27 - Julie Gariss (Multi-Purpose Building)
- 2:30 PM Workshops (Classrooms)
- 3:30 PM Workshops (Classrooms)
- 7:00 PM Main Session - Merciful Deeds, James 2:1-26 - Dr. Jerry Taylor (Multi-Purpose Building)
- Immediately following the service - Alumni & Friends After Party (Multi-Purpose Building)
Wednesday, Feb. 18
- 8:30 AM Bible Study & Coffee - Jason Price (Chapel)
- 9:30 AM Main Session - Wise Words, James 3:1-18 - Matt Merold (Multi-Purpose Building)
- 1:00 PM Main Session - Humble Repentance, James 4:1-11 - Michael Hinnen (Multi-Purpose Building)
- 2:30 PM Workshops (Classrooms)
- 3:30 PM Workshops (Classrooms)
- 7:00 PM Main Session - Prayerful Readiness, James 5:1-20 - Cam Huxford (Multi-Purpose Building)







