United Baptist State Convention of Illinois Congress of Christian Education

08/13/2026

🎉 GET YOUR GAMING T-SHIRTS & KHAKI BOTTOMS READY! 🎉

Tomorrow night is YOUTH NIGHT, and all roads lead to the JLM Abundant Life Center as we close out our 80th Congress of Christian Education! 🙌🏾

🍽️ Dinner begins at 4:00 PM
📚 Class sessions begin at 6:30 PM
🎮 Youth Night Attire: Gaming T-Shirts & Khaki Bottoms

Come out and support our young people as we celebrate the conclusion of an incredible week of Growing Together!

We’ve made it to the final night — let’s close out the 80th Congress together! ❤️

08/13/2026

Happy Birthday to our chairman Dr. Johnny L. Miller!

08/12/2026

✨ TONIGHT IS PRESIDENT’S NIGHT! ✨

Join us for a special evening during the 80th Annual Session of the Congress of Christian Education as our Congress President, Dr. Benjamin E. Davis, delivers his President’s Annual Address.

🍽️ Dinner Available: Beginning at 4:00 PM
📚 Class Sessions: 6:30 PM
🖤🩶 Tonight’s Colors: Black & Silver — worn in any combination!

Come ready for another wonderful evening of Christian education, fellowship, and inspiration.

We hope to see you there! 🖤🩶

08/12/2026

Dean Cheryl Haynie annual address

08/11/2026

Our 80th Congress of Christian Education is well underway, and what a time we had on Opening Night! 🙌🏾

Pastor Clifford Mays delivered an inspiring Word from the Lord, and listen—there is MORE to come!

Join us TONIGHT as our Dean, Dean Cheryl D. Haynie, delivers her Annual Address.

👕 Tonight’s Attire: Inspirational T-shirt & Denim Bottoms
🍽️ Dinner: 4:00–5:55 PM
📚 Classes Begin: 6:30 PM

Come early, grab dinner, get to class, and stay with us for another great night of worship, teaching, and fellowship!

📍 All roads lead to the JLM Abundant Life Center!

We hope to see YOU there as we continue celebrating 80 years of Christian education! 🎉

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

Please dont forget to register your children and youth for our 80th Congress of Christian Education!

08/05/2026

🎉 The countdown is on! 🎉

We are filled with excitement as we prepare for the 80th Annual Congress of Christian Education! What an incredible milestone as we gather to celebrate eight decades of biblical teaching, spiritual growth, Christian fellowship, and lives transformed through God's Word.

This year's Congress promises to be a powerful time of learning, worship, inspiration, and equipping for ministry. Whether you're a longtime attendee or joining us for the very first time, we can't wait to welcome you!

Come expecting to be challenged, encouraged, and empowered as we continue Growing Together by Reimagining Ministry Through Stewardship.

Mark your calendars, invite someone to join you, and get ready for an unforgettable Congress experience!