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Global Religious Freedom Gathering

Monday, September 28, 2026 - Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Pilgrim Chapel, DBU Campus

3000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75211

With widespread persecution impacting Christians and other faiths worldwide, there is an urgent need for prayer and advocacy. The Gathering will be a time of fellowship among Christians united in prayer and advocacy for those facing persecution around the world, serving as a witness to God’s love for all people. Guests will hear from experts in the field of religious liberty and be equipped to stand with the persecuted to actively promote global religious freedom in their schools, churches, and communities.

Last year’s annual gathering brought together those committed to standing in solidarity with the persecuted and advancing the cause of religious freedom globally. Through distinguished speakers and thoughtful panel discussion, attendees engaged deeply with the urgency and significance of religious freedom for all.

Registration Packages


Individual ($85)*

  • Individual Registration
  • Opening Dinner on September 28th
  • Access to all Sessions on September 29th

*Students see separate registration below.

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Table Sponsor ($650)

  • Registration for 8 Individuals
  • Opening Dinner on September 28th
  • Access to all Sessions on September 29th
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Event Sponsor ($2,000)

  • Registration for 16 Individuals
  • Opening Dinner on September 28th
  • Access to all Sessions on September 29th
  • Ministry/Organization Booth
  • Ministry/Organization Recogintion in event program
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Student Registration & Scholarships


Students

All students receive free admission to this event and should register here.

Non-DBU Students

While students register for free at the link provided, scholarship opportunities are available for non-DBU students looking to offset travel or lodging costs. Please email emily.cole@dbu.edu for more information.

Cost

$85

Schedule & Speaker Profiles

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Speakers

Pastor Ezra Jin

Keynote Speaker, recently released from prison in China

Knox Thames

Executive Director, DBU Center for Global Religious Freedom

Dr. Randel Everett

Founder and Senior Fellow, DBU Center for Global Religious Freedom

Program Participants

Gerardo Berthin

President, Freedom House

Scot Bower

President, Christian Solidarity Worldwide

Wissam al-Saliby

President, 21Wilberforce

Ed Brown

Secretary General, Stefanus Alliance International

Nicole Bibbins Sedaca

Senior Fellow, George W. Bush Institute

Matius Ho

Executive Director, Leimena Institute, Jakarta, Indonesia

Dr. Jeremy Everett

Founder and Executive Director, Baylor University Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty

Dr. Katie Frugé

Director, Texas Baptist Christian Life Commission

Dr. Jeremy P. Barker

Director of Programs, Mustard Seed Foundation

Anna Lee Stangl

Director of Advocacy, Christian Solidarity Worldwide

Emily A. Cole

Director of Research and Partnerships, DBU Center for Global Religious Freedom

Dr. Ted Vail

Chairman, Pentecostal Commission on Religious Liberty (PCRL)

Dr. Jack Goodyear

DBU Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences

John Hasse

Former National Director & CEO of World Vision Zambia

Pastor Bill Skaar

FBC Grand Prairie

Pastor Darin Wood

FBC Midland

Pastor Jordan McKinney

Hillcrest Baptist Church

Pastor Dennis R. Wiles

FBC Arlington

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"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11