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Bible Conference 2026 Radical Faith
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74th Anniversary of the USA Southern Bible Conference

Radical Faith: Not By Might

From August 9–15, 2026, officers, soldiers, families, and friends will gather for a Spirit-led week of renewal and spiritual development. This year’s gathering calls us to a deeper, more radical faith—shaped not by our own strength, but by God’s presence and power at work among us. Delegates can look forward to heartfelt devotions, powerful corporate worship, and enriching Bible study sessions designed to renew hope, deepen trust, and strengthen their walk with God. The week will also feature a dynamic Youth Conference, equipping the next generation to lead with faith, courage, and reliance on the Spirit, alongside engaging programs created for young adults.

Each day of Bible Conference will feature impactful teaching from this year’s special guest speakers. This includes Commissioner Israel Gaither, former International Chief of the Staff and retired USA National Commander, as well as Dr. Ellen Marmon and Dr. Thomas McCall from Asbury Theological Seminary. Karl and Lauren Westwood from The Salvation Army’s United Kingdom and Ireland Territory will lead the week’s musical worship, and Friday, August 14 will feature a unique theatrical production, β€œThis Is Our Story,” presented by Theater for the Thirsty, Territorial Arts Ministries (TAM), the Territorial Youth Band, and a string ensemble.

Also debuting this year is the inaugural Bible Conference 5K Walk/Run: Race for the Nations, which will take place on Wednesday, August 12 at 6:00 am. An optional 5K run or walk and a one mile β€œfun run,” with all proceeds supporting World Services.

From the Week

Latest Posts

Highlights from Bible Conference 2026, posted on Facebook.

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Conference News

Going Home With Us

A week of being filled up by the Holy Spirit, and now there's somebody back home who needs to hear about it.

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Worship & Arts

Ending the Day in Radical Faith

Night after night the day ended the same way, with worship and testimony and people saying yes to God out loud.

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Cadets in uniform standing on stage beneath the Evangeline Booth College crest, one of them holding an orange life ring, with the audience in the foreground Conference News

The Rescued Session Is Here

β€œI love that their name does not announce their strength. It announces their Savior.” β€” Major Ashish Pawar

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An audience on white folding chairs under trees beside Lake Junaluska, facing a brass band playing under a white marquee Worship & Arts

Brass on the Water

The Territorial Youth Band set up on the edge of Lake Junaluska and played everyone into the Welcome of Cadets.

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Worship & Arts

Holy Forever

You will always be Holy Forever! Thank you Southern Territory Youth Band!

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Youth

Unlikely, Not By Might

175 kids spent all week learning that God loves an underdog, then turned it into a full pep rally.

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Young people standing with arms raised toward a blue-lit stage beside an "Unlikely" banner Youth

God Loves an Underdog

All 175 kids were in on the pep rally, closing a week spent studying the unlikely people God chose to use.

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Cast members in period costume performing on stage in front of a red curtain Worship & Arts

Hymn Writers Take the Stage

A staged production told the lives and struggles behind some of the most beloved hymns.

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Conference News

Your Favorite Part So Far?

Retired officers praying over the field, friends you see once a year, and freezing water on family day.

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Teaching

What a Week in the Word

Dr. Marmon, Commissioner Gaither, and Dr. McCall β€” the whole week of teaching, now heading home.

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Dr. Thomas McCall speaking from a clear lectern in a timber-framed auditorium Teaching

Hungering for Righteousness

Dr. Thomas McCall on craving righteousness the way a traveler in the wilderness craves water.

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Commissioner Israel Gaither in Salvation Army uniform speaking on stage before a lake backdrop Teaching

A Kingdom That Outlasts Empires

Commissioner Israel Gaither on God's kingdom surpassing every earthly government, and standing for righteousness.

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Livestream Schedule

Saturday, August 15 - 10:00 AM ET

Youth Program

Will be posted soon.

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Note: Live streams may start with preliminary music or pre-show activities up to 15 minutes before the meeting starts. Other sessions are not live steamed.

Location: Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center

91 North Lakeshore Drive, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745

Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026, 1:30 PM - Saturday, August 15, 2026, 9 PM

Event Contact: Sue-Ann Jeffrey | sue-ann.jeffrey@uss.salvationarmy.org | 470-816-5706

βœ… Unite for a transformative week!

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Scenic Setting

Lake Junaluska Awaits

Experience Bible Conference in a beautiful mountain retreat designed for worship, reflection, and fellowship.

Musical Guest

Opening Night Concert: Leeland

Sunday, August 9th at 7:00 PM

Leeland opens Bible Conference with a night of worship to set a reflective and unifying tone for the week ahead.

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Highlights from Bible Conference

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