Founders’ Days 2026

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
  • Free concert by Memphis Joy with Carter Threlkeld
  • MEMpops and Tony’s food available (minimal cost)
  • Campus tours and free Founders’ Days mementos

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

• Worship with the Faith Arlington Praise Team
• Preaching: Dr. Mikey Mewborn, Executive Director/Treasurer, Montana Southern Baptist Convention; former Mid-America VP and professor
• Signing of the Articles of Belief
• Preaching: Brian Carlisle, Lead Pastor, Faith Arlington

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

• Worship with Erskin Anavitarte
• The Miracle of Mid-America—Dr. Michael Spradlin
• 12:30 p.m.—Arlington Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, August 20, 11:00 a.m.

• Worship with Erskin Anavitarte
• Preaching: Dr. Jeff Ginn, IMB Vice President of Mobilization and Mid-America alumnus