Winter CPE
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center | Destin, FL
February 1-3, 2026
Winter Show
Theme
EQUIP
Theme Verse
"To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ." Ephesians 4:12
Speakers
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Sunday, February 1, Praise & Worship, Sponsored by Crossway
Laura Story is a Grammy- and Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, known for her certified platinum song “Blessings.” She serves as a worship leader at Perimeter Church and is also a Bible teacher and author of several books, including Stand in Awe and When God Doesn’t Fix It.
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Sunday, February 1, Keynote Speaker, Sponsored by HarperCollins Christian Publishing
John Bevere is an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and evangelist, with more than 40 years of experience equipping believers to live out their faith with purpose and passion. Known for his ability to communicate challenging biblical concepts with clarity and conviction, Bevere’s books have been translated in over 130 languages and have sold millions of copies globally. Beyond writing, Bevere co-founded Messenger International with his wife, Lisa, a ministry dedicated to providing discipleship resources to the Church worldwide.
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Monday, February 2, Morning Devotions, Sponsored by David C Cook
Christine D’Clario is a bilingual, award-winning worship leader and author with nearly 2 billion streams worldwide. Known for powerful songs like “Eterno Live” and “Donde Está El Espíritu De Dios,” her music inspires healing across cultures. Her album All That Remains / Hasta Poder Ver was born from her journey through postpartum depression and led to the launch of The Prodigal Heart Foundation, offering free mental health resources in English and Spanish. With songs in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Christine is dedicated to leading others into healing and deep encounters with God.
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Monday, February 2, Keynote Speaker, Sponsored by HarperCollins Christian Publishing
Sally Lloyd-Jones is a New York Times bestselling writer of over 30 books for children. Her work has been critically acclaimed by the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times and includes: The Jesus Storybook Bible, ALA Notable and Platinum Book Award winner; Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing, an Association of Christian Publishers Adult Devotional Book of the Year; and Jesus, Our True Friend. Sally was born in Kampala, Uganda, raised in East and West Africa and at a boarding school in the New Forest, England, studied at the Sorbonne, and now lives in New York City.
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Tuesday, February 3, Morning Devotions, Sponsored by Tyndale House Publishers
Mark E. Moore is the bestselling author of Core 52 and his latest title releasing in March 2026, The Missing Messiah, which he co-wrote with Kyle Idleman. Mark is also the teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona, one of the fastest growing and most dynamic churches in America. He previously spent two decades as a New Testament professor at Ozark Christian College. His life's passion is to make Scripture accessible and relevant to people trying to make sense of Christianity. Mark and his wife, Barbara, live in Phoenix.
CPE Winter 2026 Schedule
Please Note and Plan Accordingly - The hotel and convention center are NOT attached; however, the convention center is within walking distance. If you drive, there is ample complimentary parking. We will have shuttle service running on a daily loop between the hotel and convention center.
10:00am - 3:00pm Registration Open
10:00am - 4:00pm Exhibitor Show Floor Set Up (Vendors Only)
1:00pm - 6:00pm Munce Store Gathering
7:00pm - 9:00pm Welcome Reception
Saturday, January 31
8:00am - 4:00pm Registration Open
9:00am - 11:00am Praise & Worship with Laura Story,
sponsored by Crossway
11:00am - 12:00pm Various Retail Training Seminars
11:00am - 10:00pm Exhibitor Show Floor Set Up (Vendors Only)
12:00pm - 1:00pm Retailer’s Lunch & Learn
1:00pm - 4:00pm Store2Store
4:00pm - 5:00pm Author Showcase
6:00pm - 9:00pm Evening Banquet and Event with John Bevere,
sponsored by HarperCollins Christian Publishing
Sunday, February 1
7:30am - 5:00pm Registration Open
7:45am - 8:45am Exhibitor Show Floor Set Up (Vendors Only)
8:00am - 9:00am Breakfast & Devotions with Christine D’Clario,
sponsored by David C Cook
9:00am - 6:00pm Show Floor Open
10:00am - 12:00pm Author Training Seminar
12:00pm - 2:00pm Lunch Buffet
1:00pm - 4:00pm Author Training Seminar
6:00pm - 9:00pm Evening Banquet and Event with Sally Lloyd-Jones,
sponsored by HarperCollins Christian Publishing
Monday, February 2
7:30am - 4:00pm Registration Open
8:00am - 9:00am Breakfast & Devotions with Mark E. More,
sponsored by Tyndale House Publishers
9:00am - 3:00pm Show Floor
9:00am - 11:00am Author Training Seminar
10:00am - 11:00am CRA Board Meeting
12:00pm - 2:00pm Lunch Buffet
3:00pm Show Floor Closes - Cash Prize Drawings**
3:00pm - 6:00pm Exhibitor Tear Down
Tuesday, February 3
*Schedule is subject to change
**Cash prize drawings - Must be present to win
EXHIBITORS
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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
The Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center is within walking distance, using a crosswalk, along the main road.
There is also ample complimentary parking.
There will be a shuttle service available between The Island Resort and the Convention Center.