October 20, 2026
Pastor’s Retreat
The Life Center — Charlotte Campus
Celebrating Survival #Reset
The Scriptures of the 2026 Holy Convocation
“Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.”Philippians 3:12
“Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.”Isaiah 43:18–19
Convocation center
Everything in one place.
Use these cards to reach the schedule, registration, credentials, vendor application, hotel reservations, protocol guidance, and the National Office.
Schedule
Review the complete schedule at a glance and in an accessible text format.
Schedule availableRegistration
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Open registrationCredentials
Complete the official assessment for ordination and ministerial credentials.
Open credential assessmentVendor Application
Apply to offer approved products, services, food, or ministry resources during Holy Convocation.
Open vendor applicationHotel & Travel
View the host hotel, address, travel details, and official Hilton reservations.
Hotel informationDress & Protocol
Read the official 2026 Episcopal Missive for the daily dress schedule and ceremonial attire.
View the official dress scheduleQuestions
Contact the National Headquarters for assistance with the Convocation.
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October 20–23, 2026
Schedule in text
The complete schedule is provided below for quick, accessible reference on desktop, tablet, and phone.
October 21, 2026
Morning Prayer
Bishop James B. Smith, Ph.D.
Morning Glory
Bishop James L. Rowson, Jr.
Kingdom Life Church and Ministries, Orangeburg, South Carolina
The Educational Experience
Bishop Kevin Daniels, Ph.D.
Lunch
Afternoon Refreshing
Bishop Carolyn H. Slade · Diocesan Bishop, VI
Evening Service
Bishop Brian D. Moore
The Life Center Church, Charlotte, North Carolina
October 22, 2026
Morning Prayer
Bishop James B. Smith, Ph.D.
Morning Glory
Bishop James L. Rowson, Jr.
Kingdom Life Church and Ministries, Orangeburg, South Carolina
The Educational Experience
Bishop Kevin Daniels, Ph.D.
Lunch
General Assembly Meeting
Evening Service
Dr. T. L. Penny
Shubach World Ministries, Sumter, South Carolina
October 23, 2026
Enthronement Service for Bishop Danny E. Evans
Bishop Michael Blue, Chief Celebrant and Homilist
The Door of Hope Christian Church, Marion, South Carolina
Celebratory Luncheon
Evening Service
Bishop Danny E. Evans, Presiding Prelate
Host hotel and Convocation venue
Hilton Charlotte Airport
2800 Coliseum Centre DriveCharlotte, North Carolina 28217
Airport transportationComplimentary 24-hour shuttle to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Arrival and departureCheck-in begins at 4:00 p.m.; check-out is 11:00 a.m.
Hotel telephone704-357-1414
Room rates and availability are managed by Hilton. Contact the National Office before booking if you need information about a Beth-El group rate.