EMERGE Children, Youth & Young Adults

Birmingham, Alabama

DATES: JUNE 29-JULY 2, 2026
Rev. Christopher Wesley, Director
Sis. Matilda Tolbert, Assistant Director to Children
Rev. Larry Roundtree, Assistant Director to Youth
Rev. Branden Walker, Assistant Director to Young Adults
Sis. Kennedy Carey-Prescott, Youth President

We are excited to announce that Congress of Christian Education & Discipleship, EMERGE and Hattie Wade Academy will be held Monday, June 29, 2026, through Thursday, July 2, 2026, concluding at 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION
Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex
2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N
Birmingham, AL 35203
The convention center complex is conveniently attached to the host hotel, making it easy for attendees to access meeting sessions and lodging in one central location.

HOST HOTEL
Sheraton Birmingham Hotel
2101 Richard Arrington Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35203
Rates: $159.00 + taxes (Standard King or Standard Queen)
Deadline to make reservation: Friday, May 30, 2026
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NEW EMERGE AGE STRUCTURE
EMERGE has restructured its age groups to help ensure participants receive the greatest benefit from the courses, workshops, and activities offered. Please reference the updated age groups when registering.
New EMERGE Age Groups:
Children: Up to age 12
Youth: Ages 13–17
Young Adults – College: Ages 18–25
Young Adults – Career: Ages 26–39

EMERGE CHILDREN & YOUTH PACKET
EMERGE Children & Yiouth Convention Registration Packet includes important details for churches, parents, youth leaders, chaperones, and participants preparing for the 2026 EMERGE experience in Birmingham, Alabama, June 29–July 2, 2026. The packet provides registration guidelines, deadlines, class and workshop information, Bible activities, competitions, drill team details, praise dance and mime workshop requirements, and required forms. Please review the packet carefully and submit all required registration materials by the June 1 deadline to avoid delays and ensure participants are properly registered for classes, workshops, and competitive activities.
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EMERGE CONGRESS CLASSES
EMERGE participants are encouraged to take part in the morning Congress classes designed for children, youth, and young adults. These classes provide meaningful opportunities for biblical learning and leadership development.
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WEEK AT A GLANCE
Please take a moment to review the Week at a Glance, which provides an overview of key times, events, and activities taking place throughout Congress.
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CHILDREN’S SCHEDULE
Please review the Children’s Schedule for a complete listing of events, activities, and times designed for children ages 3–12.  Parents, chaperones and church leaders are encouraged to use this schedule to help plan each day and ensure children are present for all age-appropriate sessions and activities.
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EMERGE REGISTRATION
EMERGE registration is open and you cam register by clicking the link below and selecting your Congress classes. 
Sponsors and Chaperones:  Your registration includes access to the designated chaperone Congress courses. If you are interested in taking a Congress adult course, a separate registration is required through the Congress registration site in order to enroll in that course.
Churches, Associations & State Conventions 
Churches: $300.00
Benefit: Churches may bring as many children as you want between the ages of 3-17)
District Association – $225.00
State Convention – $275.00
EMERGE Children/Youth (Ages: 3 to 17)
Pre-registration Until June 1, 2026: $20.00 
Late Registration / On Site: $25.00
EMERGE Young Adult (Ages: 18-24)
Pre-registration Until June 1, 2026: $20.00 
Late Registration / On Site: $25.00
EMERGE Young Adult (Ages: 25-39) 
Registration: $200.00
Sponsors & Chaperones
Pre-registration Until June 1, 2026: $25.00
Late Registration / On Site: $50.00
Youth Directors & Youth Leaders – $200.00
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GIVE PARTNERSHIP CONNECT
GIVE Partnership CONNECT is now open. If you are in individual, church, association or state convention and current with your giving, please click the appropriate link below to CONNECT. Thank you for being a GIVE Partner
Individuals – No charge and includes Congress classes
Churches – No charge
Associations – No charge
State Conventions – No charge
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