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MONTREAT CONFERENCE CENTER
MONTREAT, NORTH CAROLINA
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Presbyterian Association of Musicians

2026 Worship & Music Conference

June 21-26 & June 28-July 3, 2026

Montreat Conference Center, Montreat, North Carolina

Join worshipers of all ages - musicians, leaders, and learners - for the largest annual gathering of Presbyterians welcoming participants of all denominations.

Together, we will create music, learn, and worship. Your participation is an investment in the dynamic growth of the Church as we explore the promising future together.

Registration opens on December 8.

Conference Lodging must be booked separately from Conference Registration.

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WHO'LL Be a WITNeSS?

A NOTE ON THIS YEAR'S THEME, FROM CONFERENCE CO-DIRECTORS

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Melissa McNair-King

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David VanderMeer, CCM

“Who’ll be a witness for my Lord?”

So begins the African American spiritual that has inspired the theme for the 2026 Worship & Music Conference. This conference will invite us to consider our collective call to be faithful witnesses to the crucified and risen Lord, no matter the circumstances that shape our common life together.

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SCHEDULE
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2026 WORSHIP & MUSIC CONFERENCE 

 

CONFERENCE OPENING

The Conference will officially begin with worship at 7:30 pm on Sunday, June 21st (Week 1) and June 28th (Week 2).

CONFERENCE CHECK-IN

Conference Check-In will begin on Sunday, June 21st (Week 1) and June 28th (Week 2) from 2:00-5:00 pm and continue immediately following Opening Worship.

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CONFERENCE CLOSING

The Conference will end with a Closing Concert beginning at 7:30 pm on Friday, June 26th (Week 1) and July 3rd (Week 2).

CONFERENCE LODGING

Lodging is not included in your conference registration and must be booked separately.   Visit the Lodging & Meals page to learn more.

DAYTIME AND EVENING CHILDCARE & CLUBS

Children younger than rising 4th graders may not register for the conference. However, Montreat's regular daytime childcare and recreation programs - Montreat Clubs - are available by pre-registration for children ages two years through high school. Childcare and Clubs fees are payable to Montreat Conference Center. Evening childcare is available at an additional charge. Registration is required for childcare, and space is limited. You must register at least 30 days in advance of the conference to guarantee enrollment in the program.
Details about registration for Clubs and Childcare will be available in early March 2026.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

PAM is committed to hosting a safe conference. Health and safety are our top priorities as we look forward to gathering together in June. As we gather in community, we ask all participants to take simple steps to help protect one another: 

  • Get your COVID booster: We strongly encourage all attendees to receive the updated COVID vaccine before arriving. Staying up to date helps reduce the risk of severe illness and protects vulnerable members of our community. 

  • Test before you travel: Please consider taking a rapid COVID test before attending the conference. This helps ensure you're not unknowingly spreading the virus. 

  • Monitor your health: If you feel unwell or develop symptoms such as sore throat, fatigue, or congestion, we ask that you test and take precautions. If you test positive, please follow CDC guidance on isolation and notify close contacts. 

Together, we can create a safe and welcoming space for worship, learning, and music. 

 

Medical Care  

There is a First Aid station located on the upper level of the Allen Building, behind Anderson Auditorium. A healthcare professional is on duty Monday-Friday 8:30 am-1:00 pm and 1:30-4:30 pm. Emergency: Please call 911. There are walk-in clinics and doctors’ offices in Black Mountain. The nearest ER is in Asheville, approximately 20 minutes away. 

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

We sincerely thank all of the Sponsors who support the 2026 Worship & Music Conference. Please take some time to view these organizations below and all they do to contribute to the success of PAM.

PREMIERE AMBASSADORS

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AMBASSADORS

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All 2026 Worship & Music Sponsors:

ABOUT PAM

The Presbyterian Association of Musicians believes that formative and collaborative experiences with God and neighbor nurture relationships and create community.

 

PAM is a national organization of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) for people who are involved in the areas of worship, music, and the arts.

CONTACT US
502-569-5288
 
100 Witherspoon Street
Louisville, KY 40202

 
pam@pcusa.org

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