Spring Convocation lineup welcomes pastors, entertainers, special events

The upcoming spring semester at Liberty University will feature multiple compelling guests and events for Convocation, a twice-weekly gathering in the Vines Center for students to worship and hear from a variety of pastors, influential speakers, and entertainers who are championing the Gospel in our world today.

Campus Community, held on Wednesday nights, will feature many Liberty leaders along with special guests.

[See the full schedules for both events below.]

Worship duo Shane & Shane will help students kick off the new semester on Jan. 21. Liberty will welcome several pastors over the semester, including Levi Lusko (2/18), Alistair Begg (3/4), Ed Newton (3/17), and Phillip Anthony Mitchell (4/24).

Names in entertainment include actress Leigh-Allyn Baker of TV’s “Good Luck Charlie” (2/20); actor Michael Iskander, who plays David in the “House of David” streaming series on Prime Video (3/11); and Savannah Bananas player and social media personality Coach RAC (4/8).

On Feb. 25, Liberty will welcome a “Next Gen Revival” panel, featuring Jonathan Pokluda, Tonya Prewett, and Bryce Crawford in conjunction with the 2026 Collegiate Day of Prayer being held the following day. Liberty will host the two-hour global prayer event broadcast, which will be live-streamed from the Vines Center, at 8 p.m. EST on Feb. 26.

The Convocation schedule was announced during Friday morning’s New Student Convocation. Dates and speakers are subject to change; for updates, visit the Office of Spiritual Development webpage.

Convocation is held every Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the Vines Center and is open to the entire student body. Campus Community is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Most of these events will be streamed live on Liberty’s YouTube channel, Liberty’s main Facebook page, and the Office of Spiritual Development Facebook page.

SPRING 2026

1/21 — Shane & Shane, worship leaders and founders of The Worship Initiative

• Campus Community (CC): Josh Rutledge

1/23 — Tori Hope Petersen, author of “Fostered”

1/28 — Jordan Raynor, author of “Redeeming Your Time“

• CC: Pastor Jonathan Falwell

1/30 — Joey Odom, Reclaimwell co‑founder and digital wellness advocate

2/4 — Gospelology

• CC: Dr. Dondi Costin

2/6 — Dr. Caroline Leaf, neuroscientist and bestselling author

2/11 — Pat Lencioni, leadership expert and bestselling author

• CC: Dr. Troy Temple
  

2/13 — Wilson Smith, Nike design icon

2/18 — Levi Lusko, bestselling author and lead pastor, Fresh Life Church

• CC: Levi Lusko

2/20 — Leigh-Allyn Baker, actress, “Good Luck Charlie”

2/25 — Next Gen Revival Prayer panel with Jonathan Pokluda, Tonya Prewett, and Bryce Crawford

• CC: Jonathan Pokluda

2/27 — Cliffe Knechtle, pastor and apologist

3/4 — Alistair Begg, Bible teacher, author, and host of “Truth For Life”

• CC: Alistair Begg

3/6 — TBA

3/11 — Michael Iskander, star of “House of David” on Prime Video

• CC: Pastor Jonathan Falwell

3/13 — Ed Newton, lead pastor, Community Bible Church

3/25 — NO CONVO (A-Day)

• CC: Daniel Henderson

3/27 — Dr. Ken Hamm, founder of Answers in Genesis and The Ark Encounter

4/1 — TBA

• CC: Josh Rutledge

4/3 — Good Friday Convo (All-Worship Gathering)

4/8 — Coach RAC, Savannah Bananas left fielder and content creator

• CC: Dr. Dondi Costin

4/10 — Bible Caddies Podcast: Webb Simpson, Ben Crane, William Kane, PGA Tour Champions & Podcast Hosts

4/15 — Tim Lee, chairman of the Liberty University Board of Trustees

• CC: Pastor Jonathan Falwell
  

4/17 — Gia Chacon, human rights advocate and founder of March for the Martyrs

4/22 — Dustin Tavella, “America’s Got Talent” S16 winner

• CC: Josh Rutledge

4/24 — Philip Anthony Mitchell, founder and lead Pastor, 2819 Church

4/29 — TBA

• CC: Final CC on the Lawn

5/1 — TBA