The Association of Related Churches Announces 2026 ARC Conference in Charleston, SC

The Association of Related Churches has announced the 2026 ARC Conference will be held April 21–22 at Seacoast Church in Charleston, SC, celebrating 25 years of planting life-giving churches worldwide.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Related Churches (ARC) is excited to announce that the 2026 ARC Conference will be held at Seacoast Church in Charleston, South Carolina, on April 21–22, 2026. This special gathering will mark 25 years of church planting through ARC, celebrating a movement that has launched more than 1,160 life-giving churches around the world.

Fresh off the heels of the 2025 ARC Conference, which drew over 3,000 pastors and leaders from across the globe, anticipation is already building for next year's milestone event. Ministry teams and church leaders are encouraged to register early, as the ARC Conference consistently reaches capacity.

"Each year, the ARC Conference is a powerful time to gather, refuel, and realign around the vision of planting and strengthening life-giving churches," said Dino Rizzo, President and Executive Director of ARC. "But 2026 will be especially significant as we honor the legacy that began 25 years ago and look ahead to what God will continue to do through this global community."

The Association of Related Churches (ARC) began with a vision rooted in Charleston, SC, where Greg Surratt, Founding Pastor of Seacoast Church, felt called to help launch churches in communities that needed the life-giving message of Jesus. Alongside leaders like Billy Hornsby, Scott Hornsby, Chris Hodges, Dino Rizzo, and Rick Bezet, the dream to plant churches through authentic relationships and generous resourcing became a reality—and ARC was born.

Since its founding, ARC has become a global church planting network, supporting pastors with practical tools, financial partnerships, and a relational network committed to longevity and impact. On church launch days alone, ARC churches have seen more than 15,000 people make decisions for Christ.

The 2026 ARC Conference at Seacoast Church will be more than an anniversary—it will be a moment to remember God's faithfulness, encourage one another, and be equipped for what's next. Attendees can expect an environment filled with dynamic teaching, inspiring worship, and opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for building the local church.

To register for the 2026 ARC Conference, visit www.arcconference.com. Space is limited, and the event is expected to sell out.

Join the Association of Related Churches to celebrate 25 years of church planting and look forward to the future—together.

About the Association of Related Churches (ARC):

The Association of Related Churches (ARC) represents a collaborative network comprising independent congregations from various denominations, networks, and backgrounds. Its primary mission is to provide essential support and resources to church planters and pastors, enabling them to effectively share the teachings of Jesus Christ. ARC's operational approach revolves around empowering and equipping church leaders, thus helping them foster the widespread dissemination of Christ's life-changing message. Established in 2000, the Association of Related Churches has evolved into a worldwide entity and has played a pivotal role in facilitating the establishment of over 1,160 new churches globally.

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SOURCE Association of Related Churches