Join us in October 2026 in Sanford, Florida for Grace Around the World, a three-day conference presented by the Free Grace Alliance and hosted by Ethnos360. Pastors and ministry leaders will be encouraged by the teaching and testimonies of grace from around the world. Come learn from grace-motivated leaders, hear stories of how the gospel is changing lives dramatically, and fellowship with like-minded leaders. You don't want to miss it!
Location
Orlando, Florida
Date & Time
Oct. 13-Oct. 15, 2026
Speakers
Scot Keen
Scot serves as a professor (Bible Exposition) at Dallas Theological Seminary. He also serves as Global Trainer and Content Developer for Ethnos360, and taught at Ethnos360 Bible Institute for 20 years where he also served in a variety of leadership roles including Academic Dean and Director of Ethnos360 Bible Institute Online. He studied at Dallas Theological Seminary where he earned a Doctor of Ministry and PhD in Bible Exposition (ABD). He is an ordained minister and has served in a number of pastorates during his years of academic ministry. Dr. Keen is married to his best friend, April, and they have three children.
Ed Waken
Ed and his wife, Debbie, have been together since high school. They have three grown children and five grandchildren. Ed has been sharing the good news of Jesus since the day he became a Christian in April of 1976. His passion for Christ and love for others has influenced many around the world. Ed has traveled globally presenting and equipping people in the principles found in his book, Wildfire. Ed helps lead ValleyLife Church in Peoria, Arizona. ValleyLife is a network of organic churches across the Phoenix valley. He is also an adjunct professor of Biblical Studies at Arizona Christian University and teaches evangelism at Grace School of Theology. Ed earned a Master’s degree from Grace School of Theology.
Tracy Marshall
Tracy Marshall serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for Grace School of Theology, and as Co-Director of the Women’s Institute at the Grace Center for Spiritual Development, an outreach of GSOT. She is also the Executive Director and President of the Board for Transparency USA, whose mission is to provide clear, accurate, easy-to-understand information about the money in state politics. She received Bachelor and law degrees from Duke University, and practiced employment law in Dallas, Texas, before moving with her family in 2002 to Midland, Texas.
Jeremy Mikkelsen
Jeremy is currently the executive director of the Free Grace Alliance and has previously served as a Senior Pastor (Lacey Bible Church) and an Executive Pastor (Northwest Hills Community Church). He and his wife Carri and their three kids also served as missionaries in South America. Jeremy and Carri both hold Bible degrees from Ethnos 360 Bible Institute, and Jeremy also has a civil engineering degree, as well as a Master's in Biblical Studies from Chafer Theological Seminary (2023).
Joshua Benadum
Josh Benadum (MA, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is a pastor and network leader in Orlando, Florida. He and his wife, Meri, serve Acacia House Churches and collaborate with Youth for Christ, Stadia Church Planting, and Brave Future. He is also the author of A Life That Leads: Pursuing Christ and Impacting Others.
Testimonies of Grace
In addition to the main speakers and breakout leaders, the conference will feature ten-minute testimonies of grace in between talks, testifying of the power of God's grace in their lives and communities. You won't want to miss hearing from these brothers and sisters as they share their stories from around the world!
Tracks
Choose from different ministry-focused tracks to follow during the conference.
Ministry burnout.
Joe DUKE & Lance Burch
Free grace distinctives.
Charlie bing & Jeremy mikkelsen
Recentering your church or ministry around grace.
John bennett
Effective evangelism.
Ed waken
Schedule
Tuesday, Oct. 13
12:00 PM — Check-in and welcome
1:00 PM — Welcome, prayer, & worship
1:30 PM — Plenary #1
2:30 PM — testimonies & coffee break
3:00 PM — TRact Workshop #1
4:00 PM — Dinner break
6:30 PM — Worship
7:00 PM — Plenary #2
Wednesday, Oct. 14
9:00 am — worship
9:30 am — plenary #3
10:30 AM — testimonies
11:00 AM — TRact Workshop #2
12:00 PM — Lunch Break
2:00 PM — plenary #4
3:00 PM — testimonies & coffee break
3:30 PM — Tract Workshop #3
4:30 PM — Break and head to the FGA banquet (shuttle available)
5:30 PM — Banquet dinner 
Thursday, Oct. 15
9:00 am — worship
9:30 am — Tract Workshop #4
10:30 am — plenary #5
11:30 am — Sending prayer & conference close.
Conference Location
We are grateful that Ethnos360 is hosting the 2026 FGA National Conference at their headquarters in Sanford, Florida, which is north of Orlando and south of Daytona Beach. You can fly into Orlando (MCO) with your favorite carrier or check out potential deals with airlines like Allegiant which flies directly to Sanford (SFB).
book your stay
The Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North has a 75-room courtesy block for the conference, with rooms available to reserve from now until Sept. 11 with a special rate of $98/night.  It's a sweet deal.
Hotel Location
590 Ava Court, Sanford, FL, 32771, US
make a trip out of it!
Want to enjoy the off-time during the conference, or extend your time in the Sanford/Orlando area with some fun activities? There's tons to do and see!
10 places to visit...
Walt Disney World Resort – Major multi-park theme resort.
Disney Springs – Dining, shopping & entertainment district.
Universal Studios Florida – Movie-themed rides & attractions.
Kennedy Space Center – NASA exhibits & space exploration.
Florida Springs – Blue Spring, Rainbow Springs, Ginnie Springs.
Crystal River – Swim/snorkel with manatees.
Central Florida Beaches – Daytona, Cocoa Beach.
Bioluminescent Kayaking – Indian River Lagoon.
Bok Tower Gardens – Botanical sanctuary & Singing Tower.
Silver Springs – Clear kayaking & wildlife tours.
...& 11 great places to eat:
Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café – Authentic German cuisine and lively atmosphere.
The Old Jailhouse – Elevated American fare in a historic former jail.
The Breezeway Restaurant & Bar – Waterfront spot known for seafood and casual vibes.
The Tennessee Truffle – Creative, farm-to-table Southern-inspired dishes.
El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant – Local favorite for authentic Mexican and margaritas.
Negril Spice – Jamaican American Cuisine – Flavorful Jamaican comfort food on Sanford Ave.
The District Eatery, Tap & Barrel – Modern American menu with great cocktails.
St. Johns River Steak & Seafood – Riverfront steaks and seafood classics.
The Corner Café – Soups, sandwiches, and homestyle American fare.
Fuel BBQ – Casual Southern barbecue with crowd-pleasing classics.
Henry's Depot - Sanford's own food hall, featuring local vendors, a spacious patio, and frequent live events.
 Join us on October 13-15 

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