National Black Nazarene Conference 2026
“The Call Still Stands: Lead. Lift. Love. Liberate.”
July 16–19, 2026
Sheraton Greensboro Hotel at Four Seasons | Greensboro, NC
The National Black Nazarene Conference (NBNC) returns in 2026 with the powerful theme “The Call Still Stands: Lead. Lift. Love. Liberate.” This gathering will take place Thursday, July 16, through Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the Sheraton Greensboro Hotel at Four Seasons in historic Greensboro, North Carolina.
Save‑the‑date cards, official letters, and a promotional video link have been distributed to all Black and multicultural churches across the denomination. This four‑day event is organized by the Black Strategic Readiness Team and is open to all persons serving—or desiring to serve—in ministry within and alongside the Black community. Whether you are a pastor, lay leader, district superintendent, youth leader, or a supportive ally, you are warmly invited to attend.
Purpose and Vision
The purpose of NBNC is to engage, encourage, and equip Black leadership, while also offering training and insight for the majority population on how to effectively minister in and through African‑American, Black, and Caribbean contexts. Rooted in this year’s theme, the conference will challenge attendees to:
Lead with spiritual courage and cultural understanding
Lift communities through purposeful ministry
Love with Christ-centered compassion and unity
Liberate through justice, advocacy, and Spirit-empowered action
The call to serve remains strong—and this conference aims to resource leaders so they may respond boldly and faithfully.
Keynote Speakers
We are honored to welcome an outstanding group of featured speakers who embody the theme and mission of NBNC:
Rev. Jacobi Campbell
Dr. Fili Chambo
Dr. Teresa Jefferson-Snorton
Rev. Alfred Glasper
Bishop LeBaron Hedgemon
In addition to our keynote lineup, the conference will host a special Saturday evening concert featuring a nationally recognized gospel recording artist.
Registration Information
Early registration is now open (until May 1st)! Register Here
Adults: $35
Youth: $25
Children 12 and under: Free
Group discounts available
Special Youth Bonus:
The first 50 youth to register and attend all youth activities will receive a $100 check.
To register, simply click the registration link located on this page.
After registering, you will receive the exclusive hotel reservation link.
Conference hotel rate: $165 per night at the Sheraton Greensboro.
The full conference schedule will be posted here once finalized.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me directly. We look forward to gathering to answer the call to Lead, Lift, Love, and Liberate within the Church of the Nazarene and beyond.
Dr. Charles Tillman; drtillman@comcast.net
The National Black Nazarene Conference is a Biennial celebration of Black Nazarenes from USA and Canada. The conference features top notch speakers and workshops designed to train, empower, encourage, and inspire attendees. It is also an opportunity for non-Blacks to receive training and instruction on how to effectively minister in and through the Black community.