CBF Moderator

THANKS to CBF Florida & the Caribbean Islands for the warm hospitality and welcome to the GA in Jacksonville this year! We celebrate the good and faithful work of all who are part of this regional network.

As we head home from Jacksonville, our hearts are full.

Thank you to the CBF team and the many volunteers whose hard work made this General Assembly possible. We are grateful for every conversation, every worship service, every reunion with old friends, and every new connection along the way.

Safe travels, everyone. We’ll see you in Dallas, June 23–25, 2027.

We welcome our new Moderator, Jason Callahan, standing beside Tanya Lepper Parks, Past Moderator, and Melissa Hatfield, Moderator-Elect. (l-r)

Read Tanya's outgoing address.
https://cbf.net/outgoing-cbf-moderator-tanya-parks-challenges-fellowship-to-create-a-bolder-future/

Learn more about Jason.
https://cbf.net/get-to-know-incoming-cbf-moderator-jason-callahan/

Learn more about Melissa.
https://cbf.net/rev-melissa-hatfield-nominated-to-become-cbf-moderator-elect-at-2026-general-assembly/

As Rev. Dr. Ossie McKinney led our worship music this June 19th morning, we lifted our voices to sing and pray “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Today is an excellent day to express our gratitude for the work and gifts of Juan Garcia, Past Moderator, and Tanya Parks, Moderator. Today marks the conclusion of their terms and during this morning’s session, Jason Callahan becomes Moderator.
Tanya will continue to share her voice and leadership in the role of Past Moderator. ~debbie, former moderator

Thank you, Paul. How will you show compelling boldness for Christ in your own life? ~debbie, former moderator

“Compelling boldness” marks CBF’s next 35 years, Baxley says - CBF By Aaron Weaver JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — “There is a power in the world greater than party affiliation, that there is still a possibility for people to come together on the...

The Gathering Space - where you'll find friends, fellow alumns, information, and swag! Be sure to visit while you're here. ~debbie, former moderator

Kenda Creasy Dean, Princeton Theological Seminary, shared an outstanding and inspiring conversation on faithfulness to about 850 people at the first plenary session. Be sure to catch it on the CBF Webpage.

Want to “Give Back” at General Assembly? Volunteer! This friendly group is ready to welcome you to the first Plenary Session!