If you’re a pastor, church leader or ministry staffer, the SBC Pastor's Conference is a big deal every year. It’s where you catch up on new teaching tools, meet peers from across the continent and hear from top speakers. This guide pulls together the most useful info so you can walk into the event prepared and leave with clear next steps.
The conference runs from June 10–13 at the Nairobi International Conference Centre. Early‑bird registration closes on April 30, and the price includes meals, conference materials and access to all breakout sessions. To sign up, head to the official SBC portal, pick your ticket type (full conference or single‑day pass) and fill in your details. You’ll get a confirmation email with a QR code – that’s what you’ll scan at the entrance.
Organisers have grouped the program into four main tracks: Leadership Development, Worship Innovation, Community Outreach and Digital Ministry. Each day starts with a keynote, followed by three parallel workshops. For example, Day 2’s leadership track features a session on conflict‑resolution led by Rev. James Mwangi, while the worship track offers a hands‑on demo of new sound‑mixing software.
Don’t miss the evening “fireside chat” on Day 3 where veteran pastor Dr. Grace Njeri shares stories of planting churches in remote areas. Those talks are streamed live, so you can catch up later if you have to step out.
Beyond the sessions, the conference includes a networking lounge, a prayer room that’s open 24 hours, and a resource fair where publishers showcase books, curricula and tech tools. Bring business cards – most attendees say the casual conversations in the lounge lead to lasting partnerships.
Here are three quick tips to maximize your experience:
After the event, SBC uploads all presentation decks and video recordings to the member portal. You’ll get an email with a link within 48 hours, so you can review any missed content or share it with staff who couldn’t attend.
Whether you’re a first‑time attendee or a seasoned conference goer, the SBC Pastor's Conference offers practical tools you can apply the very next week. Grab your ticket, pack a notebook, and get ready for a few days of inspiration, learning and community.
Conservative theologian Voddie Baucham was defeated in the race for president of the Southern Baptist Convention Pastor's Conference, losing 690–608 votes to Daniel Dickard. Backed by Founders Ministries, Baucham campaigned on a platform opposing what his supporters call the denomination’s “woke” drift, especially around critical race theory. The hotly contested election was marred by allegations of ballot‑stuffing and 59 disallowed votes, though officials say the result would not have changed. Baucham’s candidacy highlighted the growing split between traditionalist and progressive wings of the SBC, while his overseas missionary status sparked a brief eligibility debate. The outcome shapes the agenda for next year’s conference, a key venue for influencing SBC policy and preaching priorities.
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