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Founders’ Days 2026

by Mid-America Communications
Founders' Days 2026
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Join us for our annual Founders’ Days celebration, August 17–20. 2026, including the four sessions listed below. This year will be a historic event, including the ribbon cutting for our new Arlington campus, special speakers, and more. This inspiring event continues to be FREE and open to the public, and no registration is required.

Founders’ Days 2026 Schedule

Monday, August 17, 6:00 p.m.

  • Grand Opening of new Arlington campus

Tuesday, August 18, 6:00 p.m.

  • Worship
  • Signing of the Articles of Belief
  • Preaching: Brian Carlisle and Dr. Mikey Mewborn 

Wednesday, August 19, 11:00 a.m.

  • 11:00 a.m.—Chapel service—Dr. Michael Spradlin
  • 12:30 p.m.—Arlington Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, August 21, 11:00 a.m.

  • Chapel service—Dr. Jeff Ginn 
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