
October 6, 2026
John C. Samples, Longtime Minister and Christian Leader, Dies at 93
Rick Cherok

The 25th Annual Stone-Campbell Journal Conference will take place April 10–11, 2026, at Johnson University in Knoxville, Tennessee. Hosted by Johnson University and presented by Stone-Campbell International, this year’s conference will center on the theme “A Fresh Look at Hebrews and Thessalonians.” The event brings together scholars, students, ministers, and others interested in Stone-Campbell scholarship for plenary sessions, study groups, and paper presentations. Featured speakers include Cynthia Long Westfall of McMaster Divinity College, James Thompson of Abilene Christian University, and Rafael Rodriguez of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Online registration is listed as closing on March 31, 2026.
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