Morehouse School of Religion
FOUNDERS' 2026
FEB 9-11, 2026 | Atlanta, GA
Program Description
Morehouse School of Religion is poised to observe and celebrate our 159th Founders’ Observance of continuous Christian service through the lens of the Black Church. Since our founding, we have endeavored to serve our Baptist congregations, parachurch organizations, alumni, alumnae, and our brotherly and sisterly communities around our global communities. Events Monday, February 9-10, 2026, are set to be held at Antioch Baptist Church North, 540 Cameron Madison Alexander Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. The Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 will be held at Lindsey Street Baptist Church, 550 Lindsey Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30314.
This year, our theme highlights our institutional role, which is to provide religious education for our clergypersons. Historically, black religious education has played a vital role in the formation of our Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Our theme then is “Unshakable: The Prophetic Resilience of Black Faith and Black Futures.” Scriptural reference: “We are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken.” (Hebrews 12: 26-29, NRSV). We stand confidently that this is an appropriate conversation during these sundry times.
Program Schedule
Monday
February 9, 2026
Location
Antioch Baptist Church North
540 Cameron M. Alexander Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Board meeting
Monday, Feb 9, 2026
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Welcome Reception
Monday, Feb 9, 2026
4:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Opening Plenary Worship
Dr. John R. Adolph
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Beaumont, TX
Monday, Feb 9, 2026
6:00 pm

Late Night Worship Service
Rev. Cameron Jenkins
Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church
Houston, TX
Monday, Feb 9, 2026
9:00 pm
Tuesday
February 10, 2026
Location
Antioch Baptist Church North
540 Cameron M. Alexander Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
Morehouse School of Religion Breakout Session

AI and the Church: Navigating the Digital Divide
Dr. Timothy Farmer
Hill First Baptist Church, Athens GA “Extreme Makeover: Church Technology Edition
Atlanta, GA
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
9:30 am

Morehouse School of Religion 159th Founders’ Observance Chapel Service
Dr. Jennifer Carner
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Pittsburgh, PA
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
11:00 am

MSR National Alumni Meeting
Business Session
National Morehouse School of Religion Alumni Board
Alumni Association dues are not included in the Founders’ Day registration fee and may be paid separately at the registration table during the event.
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

C.D. Hubert Lecture Series
Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson
Grace Baptist Church
Mt. Vernon, NY
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Morehouse School of Religion President-Dean’s Address
Dr. Antonio Proctor
Topic: “Unshakable: The Prophetic Resilience of Black Faith and Black Futures.” Scriptural reference: “We are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken.” (Hebrews 12: 26-29, NRSV)
President-Dean
Morehouse School of Religion at the Interdenominational Theological Center
Atlanta, GA
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday
February 11, 2026
This session will be held at an alternate location. See location details below.
Location
Lindsay Street Baptist Church
550 Lindsay Street NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314

Morehouse School of Religion Prayer Breakfast
A Salute to Local Civil Rights Making a Global Impact
Dr. Valerie Tate Everett
West Side Community CME Church
Atlanta, GA
Location
Lindsay Street Baptist Church
550 Lindsay Street NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314