Preaching-Teaching Convention 2026

OCC's three-day Preaching-Teaching Convention helps leaders lead better longer. Join us for main sessions, worship, workshops, and more on the campus of Ozark Christian College.

The theme for 2026 is Faithful Where You Are: A Study In James.

Early Registration - October 1 - Nov 15 ($90)

Regular Registration - Nov 16 - Dec 31 ($110)

Extended Registration - Jan 1 - Feb 16 ($130)

Virtual Registration - September-February ($50)

All registered attendees will receive free recordings of sessions and workshops via email following the convention.

2026 SCHEDULE
Monday, February 16
6:00 PM - President's Banquet (with special guest: Michael Jr.) Tickets Required for President's Banquet- add on to your registration - FREE
8:00 PM - Funny How Marriage & Dating Works - Michael Jr - Ticketed event - tickets will be sold exclusively through Michael Jr’s website.

Tuesday, February 17
8:30 AM - Bible Study & Coffee (Jason Price)
9:30 AM - Main Session: Steadfast Perseverance - James 1:1-18 (Tyler McKenzie)
1:00 PM - Main Session: Righteous Obedience - James 1:19-27 (Julie Gariss)
2:30 PM - Workshops (options to be sent in later form)
3:30 PM - Workshops (options to be sent in later form)
7:00 PM - Main Session: Merciful Deeds - James 2:1-26 (Dr. Jerry Taylor) 

Wednesday, February 18
8:30 AM - Bible Study & Coffee (Jason Price)
9:30 AM - Main Session: Wise Words - James 3:1-18 (Matt Merold)
1:00 PM - Main Session: Humble Repentance - James 4:1-11 (Michael Hinnen)
2:30 PM - Workshops (options to be sent in later form)
3:30 PM - Workshops (options to be sent in later form)
7:00 PM - Main Session: Prayerful Readiness - James 5:1-20 (Cam Huxford)

View our registration Policies for P-T 2026 here.

For other questions regarding Preaching-Teaching Convention contact Event Director Grace Jones at jones.grace@occ.edu or 417.626.1236.

For more details, check out occ.edu/pt.