Empowered, Educated, Equipped, and Encouraged
The E4 Church Conference, scheduled for December 4-6, 2026, hosted by Word Tabernacle Church in Rocky Mount, NC, is a premier event dedicated to church development for individuals at all levels—from members to ministers. Guided by the principles of Ephesians 4:11-16, the conference emphasizes that every person has a unique gift and calling to serve God through the Church. Register for the conference to receive a link for a weekend full of informative breakout sessions, praise and worship experiences, and the preached Word.
CONFERENCE AGENDA
Friday, December 4, 2026
6:15 PM — Plenary 1
7:15 PM — Opening Worship
Saturday, December 5, 2026
8:10 AM — Morning Prayer & Praise
8:30 AM — Pastor's Panel
9:50 AM — Plenary 2
11:00 AM — Plenary 3
12:10 PM–1:00 PM — Working & Networking Lunch
1:00 PM — Plenary 4
2:10 PM — Plenary 5
3:15 PM — Closing Worship
Sunday, December 6, 2026
9:00 AM — Worship Service
12:00 PM — Leaders Working Lunch
2026 E4 Conference Lineup
Rev. Dr. Brianna Parker
Faith leader, scholar, and data activist. She is CEO of Black Millennial Café, LLC (BMC), a consulting practice and data resource center for Black churches, communities, and organizations.
Rev. Dr. Justin R. Lester
Senior Pastor of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Vallejo, California. Known online as @ThatTechPastor, Dr. Lester is a national voice at the intersection of faith, AI, and Black futures.
Niya Cotton
Gifted worship leader, creative director, artist, educator, and CEO of The Whole Tone LLC.
Rev. Dr. Peter M. Wherry
Lead Pastor of The Field Charlotte (Mayfield Memorial Missionary Baptist Church), a visionary community of faith committed to holistic and justice-centered ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Dr. Nicole Martin
An accomplished ministry leader, author, educator, and President and CEO of Christianity Today. As Founder and Executive Director of Soulfire International Ministries, she is passionate about developing leaders, strengthening churches, and creating pathways for pastors and younger leaders to thrive.
Dr. Mark A. Lavarin
The eighth Pastor of First Calvary Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina, and a dynamic pastor, educator, and published author. With a passion for faith, education, and public policy, his work centers on inspiring people and communities to discover their potential and purpose.
Bishop Joseph Walker III
A nationally recognized pastor, author, and visionary leader who serves as Senior Leader of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and International Presiding Bishop of the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship. His ministry and leadership have expanded beyond the local church, reaching audiences around the world.