# Event Details - **Event Name**: Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Carrying the Generational Surge forward, churches across Southern Virginia gather for worship, formation, and commissioningAbout this EventRegional Rally February 2026 - Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts HereGenerational Surge ExperienceJoin the Baptist General Convention of Virginia for the February Regional Rally, Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here-a one-day gathering that continues the Generational Surge by strengthening churches through worship, leadership formation, and shared commitment to ministry across generations.Rooted in the ongoing From Spark to Surge movement, this rally brings together clergy, church leaders, men, women, youth, and young adults for a unified experience of spiritual renewal and practical equipping. Through Spirit-filled worship, focused ministry sessions, and intentional intergenerational engagement, participants will be encouraged to deepen their faith, sharpen their leadership, and strengthen collaboration within the life of the church.This Regional Rally is designed as a formative and sending experience. Participants will leave not only inspired, but equipped to return to their churches ready to lead faithfully, serve intentionally, and steward the work of ministry within their congregations and communities.Event HighlightsThe gathering opens with dynamic worship that creates space for expectancy, unity, and spiritual alignment across generations. Through prayer, praise, and an opening charge, participants are invited to center themselves in God’s presence and enter the day with clarity of purpose.Throughout the rally, attendees will take part in breakout sessions specifically designed for clergy, church leaders, men, women, youth, and young adults. Led by experienced pastors and ministry practitioners, these sessions engage real ministry pressures, leadership sustainability, spiritual formation, and the realities of generational life in today’s church.The day also includes intentional time for intergenerational connection. During a shared lunch and guided table conversations, participants will reflect together on what they are hearing, how calling and faith are experienced across generations, and how churches can move forward together - shoulder to shoulder.The rally concludes with a unified general session and commissioning moment that connects regional participation to the broader vision of the Baptist General Convention of Virginia. Through prayer and affirmation, participants will be sent back to their churches with renewed focus, shared responsibility, and a strengthened sense of purpose.RegistrationRegistration Fee: $20 per personRegistration includes full access to the Regional Rally and a bag lunch from O'Kelly's Deli & Pastries. Attendees will select their sandwich while registering and each lunch includes a choice of chips and drink.Whether attending independently or alongside others from your church, this gathering is designed to offer meaningful formation, practical insight, and connection with leaders and peers from across the BGCVA family.Continuing the SurgeThe February Regional Rally represents a key point in BGCVA’s year-long rhythm of connection, formation, and shared leadership across generations. Each regional gathering strengthens relationships, reinforces vision, and deepens engagement within the broader life of the Convention.One final Regional Rally will be held ahead of Annual Session:May 9, 2026 - Alexandria, VATogether, these regional gatherings prepare churches and leaders for the Annual Session and Congress of Christian Faith Formation, where the work of the Generational Surge is affirmed, celebrated, and carried forward Convention-wide.Saturday?: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMRegistration?: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMOpening Worship: "Spark the Room"Info: The day begins with vibrant, Spirit-led worship that brings generations together through music, prayer, and shared praise. A multi-generational musical collaboration sets the tone, followed by an inspirational charge from Rev. Joseph Charlton, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Franklin, VA?: 11:00 AM - 11:20 AMBGCVA Lilly Grant Presentation?: 11:25 AM - 12:30 PMBreakout Sessions: "Fuel the Core"Info: Participants will join a focused breakout aligned with their ministry context, each designed to address practical challenges and strengthen leadership capacity. Sessions include: Clergy in Ministry - Preaching in a Pressure Cooker Culture (Rev. Ricky Rouse, Jr.); Church Leaders - Equipping Deacons, Trustees and Ministry Leaders for Next Level Operations (Dr. Andre Austin); Men - Manhood in the Middle of the Surge: Men Rising to Purpose, Mentorship and Spiritual Discipline (Rev. Dabble Gardner); Women - Leading, Loving and Letting God Use You: Equipping Women with Biblical Leadership and Generational Awareness (Dr. Carmina Richardson Eder); Youth (Ages 12-17) - Faith on Fire: Faith Building Encounter for Teens and Those Who Lead Them (Rev. Michael Douglas); and Young Adults (Ages 18-35) - Purpose Over Popularity: Honest Conversations on Calling, Leadership and Modern Faith Challenges (Rev. Braxton & Lady Kristen Braswell)?: 12:35 PM - 01:15 PMSurge Lunch + Table TalksInfo: Participants will gather for a shared meal with intentionally mixed, intergenerational seating. Guided table conversations will invite reflection and dialogue around key questions, including: What stood out or stirred you today? How does your generation experience revival and renewal? What might it look like for us to surge forward together? ?: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PMGeneral Session - “From This Room to the Region”Info: All participants reconvene for a unified session that connects the day’s formation to the broader regional and Convention vision. The session includes Convention and regional updates, a ministry testimony spotlight, and a keynote charge centered on why the Generational Surge must continue beyond this gathering.?: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMSurge Commissioning & ClosingInfo: The rally concludes with a shared moment of commitment and prayer. Participants across generations will be affirmed and commissioned through prayer of anointing and a closing benediction, sending them back to their churches with clarity, courage, and renewed purpose. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chatham/regional-rally-february-2026-|-shoulder-to-shoulder-the-surge-starts-here/100001981894714442 - **Event Categories**: live-music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chatham - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Greater Triumph Missionary Baptist Church - **lat**: 36.7932659 - **long**: -79.3875983 - **full address**: Greater Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, 581 Fairview Road, Chatham, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/9d0ee069a1b19cb8535be6aea34706a085d5ff4fecb0015547798ab10bbf9095-rimg-w1200-h1062-dc000001-gmir.png?v=1770026356 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here being held? - **A:** Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Greater Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, 581 Fairview Road, Chatham, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here? - **A:** Tickets for Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here are priced at USD 20 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityRegional Rally - February 2026USD 20Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here? - **A:** Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here is organized by Baptist General Convention of VA . - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Regional Rally February 2026 | Shoulder to Shoulder: The Surge Starts Here is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chatham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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