Lester Randall Preaching Fellowship is Now Open for Registration
A Gathering for All Who Care About Great Preaching
Join us in Toronto for the Lester Randall Preaching Fellowship – two and a half days of preaching, learning, mentorship, and worship for preachers, theologians, ministry leaders, and all who value thoughtful proclamation.
2026 Theme: Preaching Jesus Christ
This year’s gathering invites us to reflect on the heart of Christian proclamation.
Early-Bird Registration is Now Open
Early-Bird Registration runs until Tuesday, July 3. Take advantage of early-bird pricing before summer break. We know that many clergy and church leaders pause for a well-deserved rest after June. Don’t miss this window to secure your place at discounted rates before heading into your summer sabbatical. Now is the time to invest in your preaching and lock in your spot at Canada’s top ecumenical preaching event.
Conference fees
Workshops, Meals & Scheduled Evening Events
$400 Prior to July 3, 2026
$425 PRIOR TO Sept. 7, 2026
$450 AFTER Sept. 7, 2026
$200 Student Rate
Fine-Tuned Preaching
Cost Inclusive of Fine-Tuned Preaching
$425 Prior to July 3, 2026
$450 Prior to Sept. 7, 2026
$475 After to Sept. 7, 2026
$250 Student Rate
Speakers
Building on this tradition of faithful proclamation, we welcome a distinguished group of keynote speakers and workshop leaders who will guide this year’s exploration.
Featured Keynote Speakers
Craig Barnes President Emeritus, Princeton Theological Seminary
A pastor, preacher, and theologian, Craig Barnes brings decades of leadership in the church and academy, helping preachers proclaim Christ with theological depth, pastoral wisdom, and cultural clarity.
John Bell Hymnwriter, theologian, and minister of the Church of Scotland
Known worldwide for his work with the Iona Community, John Bell explores how proclamation, worship, and biblical imagination together bear witness to the crucified and risen Christ.
Teresa L. Fry Brown Bandy Professor of Preaching, Candler School of Theology, Emory University
A distinguished preacher and scholar, Teresa L. Fry Brown has shaped generations of preachers through her work in homiletics, womanist theology, and Black church studies, bringing theological depth and a deep commitment to the transformative power of proclamation.
Conference Faculty
A full complement of workshop leaders, lecturers, panel facilitators, and Fine-Tuned Preaching mentors will offer theological depth, creative insight, and practical wisdom for the work of preaching.
The Paul Scott Wilson Preacher
We are pleased to recognize Michael Brooks, Lead Minister of Port Nelson United Church (Burlington, Ontario), as this year’s Paul Scott Wilson Preacher.
This annual recognition honours those who faithfully and skillfully tend the task of preaching in the life of the church.
Presented this year in partnership with Ministry Forum.
“Unlike a lot of these things, there’s not a celebrity stargazing that’s happening. We’re actually all together, so that helps everyone there leave as better preachers more committed to our craft.”
– Rev. Dr. Jason Byassee
WHY ATTEND LESTER RANDALL 2026?
- Renowned speakers and thought leaders
- Fine-Tuned Preaching groups for practical feedback
- Workshops tailored for renewal and growth
- A unique ecumenical setting in vibrant Midtown Toronto
- Meals, networking, and spiritual fellowship with peers
We can’t wait to welcome you to LRPF 2026 – a rich opportunity to learn from one another in a spirit of openness and collaboration. This is more than a conference – it’s a meaningful time of gathering and renewal.
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