Florida General Baptist Convention, Inc.
Congress26
Standing on the Rock in Shifting Times
Five days of worship, learning, fellowship, leadership, and service in the heart of West Palm Beach.
Our Congress declaration
The ground may shift.
Our foundation will not.
Congress 2026 exists to strengthen pastors, Christian educators, ministry leaders, volunteers, churches, and disciples through sound biblical instruction, practical ministry training, leadership development, and transformational worship.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”Psalm 46:1
Before you arrive
Check your Congress status
Use FGBCI's official lookup tools to confirm your personal enrollment or review the registration status of your church or district.
Individual attendees
Enrollment lookup
Check your enrollment status and course details.Churches and districts
Registration lookup
Confirm the Congress registration status of your organization.Questions or assistance
Contact Help Desk
Send a request to the Congress support team for help.Online program guide
Digital flipbook
Browse the complete Congress program online, page by page.FGBCI Live
Join Congress wherever you are.
Scheduled services will stream live on the official FGBCI Facebook and YouTube pages. Use the broadcast guide below to plan when to tune in.
Open the full streaming schedule ↗Sunday
July 26
Monday
July 27
Tuesday
July 28
Wednesday
July 29
Thursday
July 30
Five days. One purpose.
Your week at a glance
Choose a day to view the program. Times and locations follow the official Congress 2026 Program Guide.
Opening Celebration
The Journey Begins
- Congress Registration
Main Ballroom Hallway and Oceana Ballroom - Registrar: Lady Sonjia Philpart
- State Bible Bowl
Coral Ballroom, Level One - Presiding: President Cecilia Pittman
- Opening CelebrationFeatured
Christian comedian Brother Rod Z and the Voices of Virtue First Lady Concert
Learn. Grow. Lead.
Find your course
Search the official course directory by topic, instructor, course number, audience, or room.
Showing 18 of 18 courses
CCE Phase I
Survey of the Old Testament
Rev. Benjamin H. Parrott, Sr.
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 1C
- Capacity
- 48
CCE Phase II Elective
Leading Through the Storm: Faithful Leadership in Times of Crisis
Dr. Robert Spooney
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 1D
- Capacity
- 67
Morning Elective
The Priority of Discipleship
Rev. Jeremiah Robinson
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 1E
- Capacity
- 67
Morning Elective
Jump Starting Evangelism
Dr. Carl L. Washington, Jr.
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2A
- Capacity
- 71
Morning Elective
Prophetic Clarity in Polarized Times
Dr. Zachary Royal
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2B
- Capacity
- 71
Morning Elective
From Maintenance to Mission: Empowering Small Churches for Growth and Impact
Dr. Rolous Frazier
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2C
- Capacity
- 71
Morning Elective
Ethics and Impact: Navigating AI in a Human-Centered World
Rev. Demetric Ford
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2D
- Capacity
- 71
Morning Elective
Financial Freedom: Preparing for Retirement With Confidence
Dr. Derek Williams
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2E
- Capacity
- 71
Young Adults, Ages 18-35
Reaching the Next Generation: Engaging Gen Z and Alpha with Purpose
Rev. Justin Monroe
- Session
- Morning
- Room
- 2F
- Capacity
- 71
CCE Phase I
Baptist Doctrine
Dr. Ricki Gardner
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 1C
- Capacity
- 48
CCE Phase III
Survey of John
Dr. Gloria Thrower
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 1D
- Capacity
- 67
CCE Phase IV
Organizing the Church for Christian Education
Dean Annie Showers
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 1E
- Capacity
- 67
CCE Phase IV Elective
Teaching the Word: Innovative Strategies for Christian Educators
Mrs. Virginia P. Hayes
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2A
- Capacity
- 71
Afternoon Elective
How to Redesign, Rebuild, and Restore Your Church's Youth and Children's Ministry
President Cecelia Pittman
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2B
- Capacity
- 71
Afternoon Elective
A Conversation on Mental Health and Ministry
Dr. Cheryl Coleman
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2C
- Capacity
- 71
Afternoon Elective
Kingdom Men
Rev. Kenneth Johnson
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2D
- Capacity
- 71
Afternoon Elective
Kingdom Women
Mrs. Gloria Simmons
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2E
- Capacity
- 71
Young Adults, Ages 18-35
Bridging Generations: Ministry Strategies for a Multigenerational Church
Rev. Alphonso Jackson, Jr.
- Session
- Afternoon
- Room
- 2F
- Capacity
- 71
Course information reflects the July 10, 2026 curriculum and faculty listing in the official program guide. Visit the Registration Center for class changes and assistance.
More than a schedule
Experience Congress
Worship, fellowship, leadership, and service create moments that carry far beyond the convention walls.
Sunday night
Opening Celebration
Brother Rod Z and the Voices of Virtue First Lady Concert open the week with joy, worship, and Christian sisterhood.
Monday night
RESURGE
A worship encounter led by the RESURGE Choir, uniting generations in a powerful evening of praise.
Tuesday morning
The Dean's Hour
An academic and spiritual centerpiece celebrating Christian Education, scholarship, leadership, and vision.
Wednesday night
Community Night
The Congress President's Annual Address, community recognition, and a shared commitment to Kingdom impact.
Thursday night
Next Generation Rally
Children and youth close the week by sharing their faith, gifts, creativity, and leadership.
Congress announcements
Know what's happening
Open any graphic for full event details, attire guidance, pricing, and ministry information.
Monday, July 27Monday ActivationsView flyer ↗
Monday, July 27Annual Golf FellowshipView flyer ↗
Sunday, July 26Kick-Off Bible BowlView flyer ↗
Sunday, July 26Ladies & LaughsView flyer ↗
Wednesday, July 29President's AddressView flyer ↗
July 26-30Children, Youth & Young Adult RallyView flyer ↗
Sunday-ThursdayC.Y.Y.A. Rally AttireView flyer ↗
Pre-orderC.Y.Y.A. Rally T-ShirtView flyer ↗
July 26-30Worship Arts & Music MinistryView flyer ↗
Tuesday-ThursdayPastors & Ministers DivisionView flyer ↗A place for every generation
Come as you are. Leave equipped.
Ages 5-11
Children's Congress
Learn, worship, createAges 12-17
Youth Congress
Faith, purpose, leadershipAges 18-35
Young Adults
Connect across generationsMinistry
Pastors & Leaders
Practical equippingCommunity
Women & Men
Wellness and fellowship
West Palm Beach, FloridaYour Congress home
Two connected venues. One seamless experience.
Congress 26 is hosted at Hilton West Palm Beach and the Palm Beach County Convention Center, placing classes, worship, fellowship, and dining within easy reach.
650 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Dine around the city
24 nearby flavors
The official guide highlights nearby options across six dining styles. Expand a category to explore.
01Soul Food+
- Off Tha Bone BBQ
- Georgia Mae's Southern Soul Food
- Eat'N Cake Cupcakery & Cafe
- Maree's Waffles & Seafood
02Caribbean+
- Village Jerk Center
- Simmer Down Bar & Grill
- Kinanm Caribbean Cuisine
- Juci Patties
- Mr. Mack's Island Grill
03Downtown+
- The Cheesecake Factory
- True Food Kitchen
- Il Bellagio Italian Restaurant
- City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
- Hullabaloo
- Adrienne's Pizzabar
04International+
- Havana Restaurant
- Queen of Sheeba
- Mestizo Fusion Cuisine
05Fine Dining+
- Ruth's Chris Steak House
- RH Rooftop Restaurant
- Harry's Bar & Restaurant
- Spruzzo
06Local Favorites+
- Hamburger Heaven
- This Is It Cafe
Project Impact partnership
100 partners. One shared responsibility.
Project Impact invites individuals, churches, businesses, and ministry networks to give or raise $500 toward a collective $50,000 faith goal.
- $20,000
- Scholarships and participant access
- $10,000
- Youth breakfast initiative
- $20,000+
- State Convention and national hosting support
Congress leadership
Planning today. Equipping tomorrow.
- Convention President
- Rev. Dr. Carl Johnson
- Congress President
- Rev. Toby T. Philpart
- Congress Dean
- Dr. Brett Snowden
- State Director of Christian Education
- Dr. Venita Timpson
With gratitude
Your generosity helps make the Congress experience possible.
The Congress commission
Stand unshaken.
Return home prepared to strengthen your church, impact your community, develop disciples, teach God's Word, serve with excellence, and advance the Kingdom.