Building the Bridge Conference 2026
June 10-12 | Pensacola, Florida
Conference Mission
Building the Bridge Ministries’ mission is to empower UPCI leaders with resources, local and national training, outreach partnerships, and guidance on matters vital to the African American/Black communities within the U.S. and Canada.
Conference Vision
For two days and three nights, we gather to play a vital role in helping leaders evangelize the African American/Black communities.
Speakers
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Stan Gleason
Wednesday Night Speaker
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Dexter Gordon
Wednesday Night Speaker
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Indira Petoskey
Thursday Morning Ladies Session Speaker
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Rashidi Collins
Thursday Morning Men’s Session Speaker
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Steve Boyd
Thursday Day Speaker
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Daniel Stroebel
Thursday Night Speaker
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Kemoah Wray
Thursday Night Speaker
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Dr. Carl Wilson
Friday Morning Men’s Session Speaker
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Tonda Henry
Friday Night Speaker
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Myron Wideman Jr.
Friday Night Speaker
Conference Schedule
7:00 PM: Evening Worship Service
Speakers: Stan Gleason and Dexter Gordon
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERVICE
9:00 AM – 10:20 AM
Breakout Sessions #1
Ladies MenHyphen / YouthChildren10:25 AM – 11:25 AM
Breakout Sessions #2 | Panel Discussions
Personal Outreach – Chosen to Minister
Youth Leaders – Chosen to Build
Singles – Chosen to Become
Music – Chosen to Reflect
11:35 AM – 12:45 PM
General Session
Speakers: Steve Boyd
THURSDAY SESSIONS
THURSDAY NIGHT SERVICE
7:00 PM: Evening Worship Service
Speakers: Daniel Stroebel and Kemoah Wray
FRIDAY DAY SESSIONS
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Business Meeting – Licensed Ministers
Ladies Meet & Greet – Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:20 AM
Breakout Sessions #1
Ladies – Table Talk Session
Men - Q & A SessionHyphen & Youth- Breakfast HangoutChildren10:25 AM – 11:25 AM
Breakout Sessions #2 | Panel Discussions
Non-Traditional Outreach – Chosen to Witness
Multi-Generational – A Chosen Generation
Media / Creatives – Chosen to Create
ABLE Ministry – Created with Purpose
11:35 AM – 12:45 PM
General Session
Speaker: Rashidi Collins
1:15 PM Luncheon
Meet Building the Bridge Ministries
(Licensed Ministers)
FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICE
7:00 PM: Evening Worship Service
Speakers: Tonda Henry and Myron Wideman jr.
Host Church: First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola
6500 North W Street, Pensacola, FL 32505
June 10-12, 2026
Join us for an uplifting and inspiring three-day conference filled with powerful messages, engaging panel discussions, and breakout sessions designed to strengthen your faith and empower your journey.
Conference Hotels
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Courtyard Pensacola by Marriott
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Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport
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TownePlace Suites
$135/Per Night
Booking Website
481 Creighton Road, Pensacola, FL 32504 -
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Hampton Inn & Suites Pensacola
$149/Per Night
Booking Website
7050 Plantation Road, Pensacola, FL 32504 -
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Candlewood Suites Pensacola
$139/Per Night
Booking Website
1953 Northcross Lane, Pensacola, FL 32514
