At REACHGathering, you can expect an energizing few days surrounded by leaders who are passionate about using sports, rec, and fitness to impact lives. You'll gain fresh ideas and encouragement for your ministry through powerful main sessions, practical breakouts, and meaningful conversations. It’s a space to be equipped, inspired, and connected with others who share the same heartbeat—leveraging the influence of sports, rec, and fitness to reach their communities.
The theme for REACHGathering 26, Better Together: Celebrating the Call. Igniting the Mission reminds us of Philippians 2:2—“being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.” God has called each of us uniquely, but our impact is multiplied when we stand united in purpose. This year, we’ll celebrate that call and ignite the mission together, fueled by Christ’s love and the shared desire to reach our communities through sports, rec, and fitness.
International, Student, or Attending Spouse Registrations - only $150 each
GROUP DISCOUNT - When you register 3 or more at a regular individual rate, each additional registrant receives a $50 discount!
Meet our Main Session Speakers
Take time to check out our main session speakers! These seasoned leaders and trailblazers bring fresh insights, experience in ministry, and a passion for using sports, rec, and fitness as a platform for reaching hearts. Be ready to be moved and emboldened as they point us to the greater mission ahead.
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Dr. Sam Rainer serves as president of Church Answers and as the lead pastor at West Bradenton Baptist Church in Bradenton, Florida. He writes, teaches, speaks, and consults on a variety of church health issues. Sam cohosts the popular podcast Rainer on Leadership.
Sam is the author of several books, including The Church Revitalization Checklist, Understanding the Bible as a Whole, and The Surprising Return of the Neighborhood Church. He has written hundreds of articles for several publications and is a frequent conference speaker on church health issues.
Sam holds a BS in finance and marketing from the University of South Carolina, an MA in missiology from Southern Seminary, and a PhD in leadership studies from Dallas Baptist University. He lives in Bradenton with his wife and four children.
REACHGathering 26 schedule & Lodging!
Schedule:
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New this year!
Join us at 1:00pm for a Welcome Mixer—a time to connect with others over coffee and light snacks.3:00pm – Check-in opens
5:00pm – Main Session 1 begins
6:00pm – Dinner & Recreation at Westover Hills Sports Complex
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7:00am – Optional morning workout at the hotel, followed by breakfast
8:00–8:30am – Check-in
8:30am – Prayer and REACHGathering officially begins
Throughout the day, enjoy breakouts that you will choose, lunch, dinner, and free time.
The day concludes at 9:00pm. -
7:00am – Optional morning workout at the hotel, followed by breakfast
8:30am – Start the day with prayer and main sessions
Throughout the day, choose your breakouts, enjoy lunch, and connect with others.
5:00pm – REACHGathering 2026 concludes
New this year! After the gathering, enjoy four structured excursion opportunities on and off campus. More details and sign-up information coming soon!
This schedule will be regularly updated as we get closer to REACHGathering 2026. Keep checking back, and we’ll also send updates via email.
TownePlace Suites, San Antonio
Secure your room by February 2, 2026, to take advantage of the special REACHGathering 2026 rate—just $129.99 per night, breakfast included.