CoRE Conference 2026

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    CoRE Conference 2026

      Feb. 2-4

        In the late twentieth century expositional preaching gained broad acceptance in the American church, and it continues to be practiced widely. Nevertheless, given cultural pressures, contemporary church trends, and simply the grind of weekly ministry, preachers need regular encouragement to keep expounding the Scriptures with precision, fervency, and relevancy. Additionally, the church needs regular encouragement to give biblical exposition its rightful place. This conference will provide preachers with motivation and tools for faithful ministry of the Word. It will also challenge young men to consider seriously the call to the ministry of preaching. Finally, the conference will challenge church members to expound the Scriptures accurately in their own ministries and to support their pastors in the work of exposition.

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        Note: No refunds will be issued after January 25, 2026.

        Speakers

        Greg Stiekes

        Pastor, Gateway Baptist Church
        (Travelers Rest, SC)
        Why Am I an Expositor?
        (Plenary)

        Mark Minnick

        Pastor, Mount Calvary Baptist Church
        (Greenville, SC)
        What Distinguishes Exposition from Other Approaches to Scripture?
        What is the Place of Pastoral Preaching in Relation to Other Ministries of the Word?
        (Plenary)
        The Role of Prayer and Illumination in the Preparation and Delivery of Sermons
        (Men’s Track)

        Mike Barrett

        Senior Research Professor of the Old Testament,
        Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary
        (Grand Rapids, MI)
        What Is Experiential Preaching?
        How Can We Preach Christ from All Scripture?
        (Plenary)

        My Method for Developing Expository Sermons
        (Men’s Track)

        Faith Taylor

        Assistant Professor and
        Director of Women’s Ministries,
        Faith Baptist Bible College
        (Ankeny, IA)
        Understanding Biblical Exposition
        Explaining and Applying New Testament Letters
        Explaining and Applying Old Testament Narrative
        Explaining and Applying Old Testament Poetry
        (Women’s Track)

        Gary Reimers

        Pastor, Cornerstone Baptist Church
        (Greenville, SC)
        Applying Scripture Responsibly and Effectively
        (Men’s Track)

        Kerry McGonigal

        Professor, School of Theology and Global Leadership,
        Bob Jones University
        (Greenville, SC)
        Sharpening Our Delivery in Preaching
        (Men’s Track)

        Bruce McAllister

        President, Bob Jones University
        (Greenville, SC)
        What Can Be Done to Mentor New Generations of Expositors?
        (Banquet)
        Handouts

          Registration and Pricing

          Early Bird Discount

          $150
          $50 for spouses

          General Admission

          $175
          $50 for spouses

          BJU Community*

          FREE
          *faculty, staff and students (books not included, banquet not included for students)

          Registration includes access to all sessions, downloads of sessions and materials, bag of books*, and the banquet Wednesday night*.

          A late fee of $50 will be added after Jan. 25, 2026.

          Vendor Information

          • Standard Table—$200 + regular registration according to above
          • Premium Table*—$250 + regular registration according to above
          • Digital ad—$75 (PowerPoint ad before and after sessions)
            • *Premium Table is located in a higher trafficked area

          Exclusive Women’s Track

          Any women that would like to attend the women’s track exclusively and not attend the general sessions or the banquet may register here at the special price of $50. If you are the leader of the women’s ministries in your church and plan to bring 4 or more other ladies from your church, please contact Lynnette Hynek to receive a special coupon code for 1 free registration. (Please note that you will need the coupon code before registering, and this only works if you register your group together at the same time. This coupon code will not work for the General Admission on the link above. It will only work for the link below to register exclusively for the Women’s Track.)

          Exclusive Women's Track

          Early bird discount ends Dec. 19, 2025
          Registration closes Jan. 25, 2026

           Note: No refunds will be issued after Jan. 25, 2026.

          FAQ

          Will the conference be livestreamed?
          • There will be no livestream, but we plan to make session recordings available on our CoRE archives page.
          Can I attend just part of the conference?
          • Attend as much of the conference as you can! However, we do not offer partial refunds for registered guests if you do not attend every session.
          Is food included in the conference cost?
          • We offer refreshments in the mornings, but you can choose from a variety of options to purchase lunch and dinner. See the schedule or accommodations for details.
          Location
          • The conference is hosted by BJU Seminary on the campus of Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina.
          • 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd.
          • Greenville, SC 29614
          Accommodations
          • Food
            • There are several options for purchasing meals on campus at The Den as well as the University dining common. Or you’ll find many restaurants close by.
          • Hotels
            • Coming from out of town? You’ll find a variety of local hotels that offer a special BJU rate. Check out these hotels.

          Further Questions?

          Email or call (864) 241-1657