
Theme: "Above All" 1 Peter 4:8
Evening Speaker: Jeff Walling
Pepperdine University
"Above all love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins" 1 Peter 4:8. Register today and start planning to attend the 174th Northwest Christian Convention. Tuesday, June 23-Sunday June 28, 2026
Jeff Walling loves preaching and teaching about Jesus! For the last four decades, his passionate style and humorous delivery have made him a sought after speaker, sharing God's word with tens of thousands annually at churches, Christian schools and universities, youth seminars, and conferences worldwide. Jeff is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine in speech and theatre. He received his Master’s in ministry from Pepperdine University in Ministry and an honorary Doctorate in Theology from Hope University in Fullerton, California where he taught seminars in preaching. After 30 years in ministry in Churches of Christ in California and North Carolina, Jeff now teaches at Pepperdine University as well as being the Director of the Youth Leadership Initiative, a project dedicated to raising up the next generation of young Christian leaders. Along with producing teaching videos used by schools and churches nationwide, he is the author of three books, including "Daring to Dance with God" and "Until I Return: 12 Things Jesus wants Every Believer to Know," available from Simon and Schuster. Jeff is a TedX presenter and serves as a speaking coach for ministers and corporate presenters nationwide. Jeff lives in Malibu, CA with his wife, Cathryn, and is the father of three great sons: Taylor, Riley and Spencer... and three fantastic grandkids, Finn, Imogen Rose, Harper & Stevie!
WHAT IS THE NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN CONVENTION?
The Northwest Christian Convention is an annual gathering of Christians that has been happening in Oregon for 170 years. Over that time the gathering has gone by many different names--The Missionary Society of Oregon, The Annual State Cooperation, and The Oregon Christian Convention. Throughout that time, however, the mission of the gathering has always been the same:
to promote unity among Christians in the Northwest,
the encourage and equip churches in the Northwest, and
to promote and support missions around the world.
Housing Options
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Campsites with Water and Electric: $30 per night (100 campsites) On site dump station available
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Campsites (full hookup) Water, Electric, Sewer: $35 per night
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Tent camping no hook-ups: $15 per night
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Centennial Lodge: Single person $25 per night, Double $30 per night
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Cabin 1-4, 7, 8, 11 (no restroom): $35 per night
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Cabin 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13 (either full bathroom or water and toilet): $55 per night
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Jubilee Dorm: $15 per person per night
Housing is limited and we recommend reserving as soon as possible. In order to secure housing email heather@nwchristiannetwork.com to request the type of housing you need. When you register, pay the $30 housing deposit (remainder due upon arrival) or pay the full amount online in the “housing deposit” box.