The 76th Annual Conference of the International Council of Community Churches will be held 
 

“OUR FUTURE: Rediscovering the Values of Jesus”

 

Monday July 20* – Thursday July 23, 2026



 
2026 Annual Conference Planning Committee:  RC Fleeman, Bruce Merton, Amanda Alvarado, Seretha Renee Pearsall, Linda Abington, Gail Fleeman, Sharyon Cosey, Ryan Irmer, Kenneth Nelson and Saundra Nelson.
 
 As information is available, we will post it on our website and on social media.  Mark your calendars NOW!
 
* Actual conference dates are Tuesday July 21-Thursday July 23.  However, you will need to arrive Monday July 20, 2026 in order to participate by 8:00am ET on Tuesday.
 
2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
One of our featured speakers and workshop presenters will be Pastor Bruce Jones, Pastor(LEFT) and Co-Creator of Imagine Church in Charlotte, NC. He has extensive experience in congregational development, been a church growth consultant for many years and has served on the boards for United Methodist Campus Ministry and the International Council of Community Churches. 

 

 

Another workshop, presented by Rev Daniel Coffey(RIGHT), will be…

Back to the Center: Rediscovering the Values of Jesus in the ICCC

Who we have been • who we are • who we are becoming

MEET TOMIKA  OSANYINGBEMI, 
LEADER OF CHILDRENS and YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE
 
Tamika M. Osanyingbemi is a devoted woman of God and an experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of service in early childhood education. She is passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and impactful environments where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Known for her patience, compassion, and strong leadership, Tamika has dedicated her life to pouring into the next generation both academically and spiritually.
 

From a young age, Tamika has had a deep love for children and a heart for ministry. She has been attending ICCC conferences since the age of 11, experiences that helped shape her faith, character, and calling. Now, years later, she stands in a full-circle moment, honored to help create those same life-changing experiences for today’s youth, including her own 3 children. Her mission is to ensure that every child she encounters feels seen, loved, and empowered to walk in their purpose.

Tamika’s life and work are grounded in her unwavering love for the Lord. She strives to reflect God’s love in everything she does, believing that caring for children is not just a profession, but a calling. Her favorite scripture, “O taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him” (Psalm 34:8), is a guiding reminder of God’s faithfulness and goodness in her life.

With a servant’s heart and a passion for youth development, Tamika continues to impact lives, build strong foundations, and inspire the next generation to grow in both faith and purpose.

 TWO SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

FOR YOUTH PARTICIPANTS 

Completed 6th grade thru entering 12th grade.

Scholarships will cover the cost of conference registration.

To qualify, applicants should submit a letter of endorsement from their pastor and write a one-page statement to the Planning Committee, to tell us why you want to attend the 2026 Conference. It is the expectation of the sponsor that the two young people chosen will attend all conference sessions appropriate for this age group.

The endorsement letter and the one-page statement may be sent by email to rcurtis656@icloud.com.

THERE WILL BE A BOOK DISCUSSION SESSION

AT CONFERENCE

 

IF THE CHURCH WERE CHRISTIAN:

Rediscovering the values of Jesus

by Philip Gulley

This book asks the daring question, “What if Christians actually began to take their Christ seriously? The answer could change the world.”

All delegates are encouraged to obtain the book and read in advance of the conference.

It is available on Amazon and through other book suppliers.

What to Expect at the 2026 Annual Conference
 
If you have attended the ICCC Annual Conference in the past, you will find this year’s conference, like the 2025 Annual Conference, quite different. Because of large financial deficits caused by guaranteed hotel contracts and declining attendance, a more financially responsible and stable conference is being planned.
 
Length
The conference begins at 8:00 AM on the morning of Tuesday, July 21 but we encourage delegates to arrive on the afternoon or evening of Monday, July 20.  Registration will be open in the hotel lobby Monday evening.  The conference will end following worship on the evening of Thursday, July 23.
 
Location and Hotel
The ICCC Annual Conference will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in beautiful Crystal City, 300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202.  It is just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.