Song in a Weary Throat: Redemption Song

Breakfast on your own!

The first plenary session of Regional Assembly 2026 will cover the ongoing Restructure Initiative, an effort to make our region sustainable into the future.

All sessions subject to change

Session 1 - How the Region Is Funded

Session 2 - Choosing the Right HVAC System for Your Property

All sessions subject to change

Session 1 - Faith & Politics:  The 2026 Midterm Elections
Led by Ken Brooker Langston (Disciples Center for Public Witness) and Brian Frederick-Gray (Director of Justice and Advocacy Ministries, Disciples Home Missions)
In this workshop, we will discuss why people of faith should be actively engaged in civic life, public witness, and the democratic process: and also how, when, and where congregations and other ministries can in nonpartisan and helpful ways contribute to the education, motivation, and active participation of people of faith in the electoral process. 

Session 2 - How Can Pension Fund Support Your Ministry?
Join Dee Long and Matt Shears as they share how PFCC can support your ministry through both our retirement products and our Ministerial Relief Assistance programs. 

Session 3 - We Are Each Other’s Magnitude and Bond
Led by Rev. Caroline Hamilton-Arnold, Associate Director for Domestic Disaster Response, Week of Compassion
This workshop will provide attendees with practical resources that will equip them to identify and respond to natural/climate and immigration enforcement-related disasters via relational asset mapping, community building, and organizing. Attendees will gain awareness of denominational supports during times of crisis and will explore examples of how Disciples congregations have responded creatively to disasters in their local contexts. 

All sessions subject to change

Session 1 - Immigration: Welcoming the Stranger, Loving Our Neighbor
Led by Brian Frederick-Gray, Director of Justice and Advocacy Ministries, Disciples Home Missions
In this workshop, we will examine and discuss faithful and practical responses to the crucial issues of immigration: the brutal and indiscriminate war on immigrants and peaceful protesters, the separation of families and disappearance of family members, the inhumane treatment of those who are disappeared, detained, and deported. We will also explore possibilities and resources for immigrant protection in our congregations and our communities. 

Session 2 - Perfecting Ministry for Financial Breakthrough
Hosted by Richard Williams, Disciples Church Extension Fund
In this workshop, we will discuss how a strong financial vision (both short and long-term) is dependent upon perfecting all phases of ministry. We will show how proper governance, administrative, organizational, and worship practices work hand-in-hand to ensure your ministry is able to thrive, both in the present and in the future!

Evening Worship will feature:

• A keynote by Rev. Terri Hord Owens, Disciples General Minister and President;

• Special music by National City Christian Church;

• A presentation from Disciples Center for Public Witness;

• And a book signing for Rev. Hord Owens’ new book.