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THE BODY UNITED 2026

"CONVERGENCE"

A CATALYTIC EVENT

SEPTEMBER 11th-12th

LOCATION - Congregation Lion of Judah - 20 Reed Street Boston MA

The Body United is a prophetic cry and global movement born out of the heart of God!

Through relationships and catalytic gatherings of the Body of Christ across cultural, denominational, and generational lines, we are connecting and reconciling various leaders, networks of churches, and believers in the Gospel for:

Mutual growth, Encouragement, & Celebration of the work of God
Worship & Prayer
Covenantal and Brotherly love
Missional Partnership and Kingdom Collaborations.

This initiative is intentionally building bridges to bring the Body of Christ together like never before in the spirit of John 17 unity for the glory of God and the advancement of His purposes in New England and beyond!

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT

Pastor Poju Oyemade

Is the founder and Senior Pastor of The Covenant Nation in Lagos, Nigeria. A respected teacher, visionary, and bridge-builder, he equips believers to apply Scripture to faith, family, business, and nation-building. Through global conferences, media, and leadership initiatives, he connects generations and influences the Church and society with the Gospel. He carries a grace for bringing the Body of Christ Together!

FRIDAY NIGHT

Pastor Samuel Acevedo

Is the Lead Pastor of Congregation Lion of Judah (Our Host Church) in Boston and a dynamic civic leader at the forefront of urban transformation. Known for bridging spiritual ministry with deep social impact, Pastor Sam empowers audiences worldwide. His compelling teachings on prayer, reconciliation, and spiritual authority inspire leaders to catalyze lasting, faith-driven change in their communities.

SATURDAY NIGHT

WEAR THE VISION:PURCHASE TBU APPAREL

REGIONAL VOICES & NETWORK REPRESENTATIVES

Saturday will be filled with reports and insights of what God is doing among us through the various streams gathered together! Don't miss this epic time of convergence!

Andy Needham - 521 Collaborative

Andy Needham is a connector and catalyst for churches and ministry leaders. He serves as Executive Director of the 521 Collaborative, a movement of networks and churches in New England focused on revitalization and multiplication.

Raffoul Najem - CCFI

Apostle Raffoul Najem is the co-founder and senior leader of CCF Ministries, a multi-campus church, and has served in apostolic ministry for more than 40 years. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, he is a visionary leader, mentor, and spiritual father to pastors and leaders around the world. He also serves as President of Somebody Cares New England and is widely recognized for advancing Kingdom unity, leadership development, and transformational ministry empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Jonathan Friz - 10 Days & NE Alliance

Jonathan is the visionary and founder of the 10 Days movement(2004-present and serves as the Coordinator for the New England Alliance (2009-present). The Alliance is a 6-state relational network focused on promoting prayer, revival, and evangelism in a spirit of John 17 unity). 10 Days is an annual opportunity for united prayer, repentance, and humility before God in the biblical fest times of the 10 days of awe.

Rev Gabrielle Beam

Rev. Gabrielle Beam is an apostolic leader, pastor, and catalyst for revival across Connecticut and the Northeast. She leads River Church CT and co-founded RESPONSE, a global prayer movement, along with initiatives advancing church unity and urban transformation. A Yale-trained theologian, she equips pastors and leaders through prophetic ministry, intercession, and collaborative Kingdom leadership.

Pastor Luis B. Leonor

AMEDAL (Evangelical Ministerial Association of the Merrimack Valley)

Pastor Luis B. Leonor has served in pastoral ministry for over 30 years and currently leads Fountain of Salvation Christian Church in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Passionate about prayer, the Gospel, and serving others, he also leads AMEDAL(Evangelical Ministerial Association of the Merrimack Valley) of 120+ pastors and churches, and serves in social action initiatives throughout the Merrimack Valley. His ministry is devoted to strengthening the Church and transforming lives through Christ.

Dr. Elijah Kim - Pathos Foundation & Grain Of Wheat International

Dr. Elijah Kim is a respected spiritual leader whose life and ministry have become a catalyst for church unity, revival, intercessory prayer, and united worship throughout New England and beyond. A global minister, author, and educator, he leads Elijah International World Mission Institute and Pathos Foundation. Dr. Kim is widely recognized for convening pastors and leaders across Greater Boston to pursue revival, reconciliation, and the advancement of God's Kingdom.

Bishop Dr. Joseph Waiyaki (Ph.D.) - Kenyan American Pastors Fellowship

Bishop Dr. Joseph Waiyaki (Ph.D.) is a Christian leader, missionary, educator, and healthcare executive committed to serving God and strengthening communities. He serves as President of the Kenyan American Pastors Fellowship and has ministered for over 30 years under the apostolic leadership of Apostle Raffoul Najem. His ministry includes church planting, evangelism, leadership development, and community outreach in the U.S. and internationally.

Dr James Sideras

Originally from London England, Jaymz has 30 years experience ministering the gospel in over 20 countries. In 2017, God called Jaymz and His family to Boston for revival. Since then, he’s been leading Revive Boston, the annual March for Jesus, and pastors 12D Church in Woburn.

Pastor Frank Mwebesa - His Voice Church & America Reset 2026

Pastor Frank Mwebesa is the founder of His Voice Ministries International, the Intercity Prayer Altars Network, and Revive NE Conferences. Based in New England, he has mobilized citywide prayer movements, united churches in intercession, and helped cultivate spiritual renewal across the region. He also leads God's Remnant Conferences, calling the next generation to revival, prayer, and wholehearted devotion to Christ. He recently convened America Reset 2026

And many more network and regional voices from around New England...

A CATALYTIC GATHERING & CONVERGENCE OF THE BODY OF CHRIST.

This 2 Day event is a sacred summit and reunion of the Family of God in the spirit of John 17 Unity that is accelerating divine collaboration, a Kingdom net, and growth in the Body of Christ. Together we can host the presence of God, steward revival in our generation, and partner in another great awakening and reformation, co-laboring together in the greatest harvest of souls we have ever seen!

For two days, we will converge in:

Worship that reflects the sound of many waters
Prayer that carries regional and generational authority
Celebration of what God is doing across different streams
Shared learning and encouragement
Strategic dialogue and initiatives aligned with what the Spirit of the Lord is directing
And sweet fellowship around meals

We can no longer tolerate or make peace with being separated and segregated. We are One people and One Church in Christ, having received One Spirit, One Faith, One baptism, under One Lord.

We must walk together in the reconciliation Christ has provided and manifest God's Kingdom on earth.

We need one another - the mouth cannot say to the ear, "I don't need you". Or the hand say to the foot, "I don't need you". Together we are better and together we can glorify God, grow in to the next level of maturity and fullness in Christ, and advance His Kingdom.

The Church needs the church in all her diverse expressions to grow into the fullness God has ordained, and the world needs to see a glorious witness of Christ through a united Church in our communities.

A United Church is the answer to a divided nation.

We believe this summit is not a one-time moment, but the beginning of an annual rhythm—a holy cadence in the larger Church across the land—where leaders and believers converge to worship, pray, celebrate, learn, and align around Spirit-led initiatives, friendships, and partnerships for the coming year.

An annual convergence.
A growing family.
A strengthening witness.

Now is the time!

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

PARKING

ACCOMMODATIONS

Hotel	Approx. Drive	Typical Rate*	Why It's a Good Choice
Holiday Inn Express Boston by IHG	8–10 min	$170–240/night	Complimentary breakfast, parking available, excellent value for groups.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston – Cambridge by IHG	15–20 min	$180–250/night	Free breakfast, easy highway access, often better pricing than downtown Boston.
The Revolution Hotel	5 min	$160–220/night	Modern boutique hotel with a variety of room options, including more economical rooms. (HotelsCombined)
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center	4 min	$170–230/night	One of the closest hotels to the venue, includes complimentary breakfast and indoor pool. (expedia)
Copley House	7 min	$160–230/night	Apartment-style accommodations with kitchenettes—great for families and ministry teams staying several days.

PERSONAL MINISTRY TEAMS

GOSPEL ORTHODOXY & UNITY

There is no unity outside of the truth as revealed in Christ and the Gospel. He himself is our Chief cornerstone, and the foundation the Apostles laid is the foundation of our uncommon unity.

The Apostles’ Creed is a summary of what the Church of all time teaches, and of what Christians together believe, rather than a detailed statement of individual and personal belief.

The Creed binds Christians together as a believing community, across different traditions and practices.

As we believe and confess the Creed of truth, the tradition passed onto us through the ages, we join Christians past and present, and from all over the world, in proclaiming our common faith.

The Apostles' Creed

“I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.
Amen.”

The Nicene Creed uses the same threefold structure as the Apostles’ Creed but goes into more depth and detail. It was first adopted at the Council of Nicaea in AD 325 by a gathering of bishops.

The Nicene Creed

“We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made.

For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and was made man.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic (universal) and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come.
Amen.”

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