Happening This Month! 64th Annual Session in Chicago, IL July 20-23

All Roads Lead to Chicago July 20-23, 2025

 

Start Date: July 20, 2025
End Date: July 23, 2025
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Dear Progressive Family,

Our 64th Annual Session is just days away.  It's time to make plans and get registered for the event.  Registration details and more are listed below. Don't Miss Our Annual Session Event Flyers! 

We look forward to seeing you during the 2025 Annual Session in the Chicago—the Windy City!

We Look Forward to Seeing You in Chicago!

Convention Information

MarriottHotel

HOTEL REGISTRATION (OVERFLOW)

Due to the demand for rooms, we have secured an overflow hotel near the headquarters hotel. Please book your room at the Marriott Marquis Chicago McCormick Place. 

2025 PNBC Annual Session Transportation promo

RESERVE YOUR TRANSPORTATION

Our local host committee has secured transportation. Registration in advance is required. Register by June 15th.  Our services include pickup from airport, Amtrak and bus station. 

Scooter

SCOOTER/WHEELCHAIR RENTAL AVAILABLE

Need mobility assistance during the annual session? Scootaround offers convenient scooter and wheelchair rentals delivered directly to you. Visit the website or call 888-441-7575 to reserve today!

Registration

ANNUAL SESSION ONLINE REGISTRATION

Registration online is simple. Click on the link below to be directed to our online registration form.

Registration

ANNUAL SESSION REGISTRATION FORMS

Registration forms are available if you don’t want to register online. Click on the link below to fill out and print the forms. 

PNBC 64th Annual Session promo flyer

PRESIDENT'S RECEPTION

Join President David Peoples and First Lady Margaret during the opening reception on Sunday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m in the Chicago Ballroom. Registration is required. Please register using the link below.

Save the Date Promo. All Roads lead to Chicago

ANNUAL SESSION PROGRAM

Here’s the 64th Annual Session Schedule-at-a-Glance. Print Your Copy of the full program for this year’s event or view the program on your device using the link below.

Things to Do in Chicago(2)

THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO

We are pleased to provide this list of ‘Things to Do’ during your stay in Chicago. We hope you and your family can enjoy some of the sites and sounds in the Windy City.

Sponsors & Partners

Vendor Flyer for Website Only

ANNUAL SESSION EXHIBITOR (COVER LETTER)

PNBC appreciates the support of all of our vendor partners, old and new, and we welcome the opportunity for your business to market your signature brand to the approximate 2,000+ participants expected at this year’s session.

 

Vendor Flyer for Website Only

ANNUAL SESSION EXHIBITOR (VENDOR APPLICATION)

All vendor booths are $650. Full payment must accompany all applications. Vendors must submit payment in full for the booth(s) at the time the application is submitted. Failure to do so renders this agreement null and void. No personal checks accepted.

Calling Sponsors

ANNUAL SESSION SPONSOR

PNBC is a vibrant and engaged convention looking for new opportunities to unite races and causes for the greater good. Partnering with us gives your organization access to our 1.5 million members, over 3,500 communities in our network of 1,500 churches in the United States and beyond.

 

Annual Session Events

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Convention Access

Your member status allows access to various events during the session. Congress classes are available to registrants only.

PNBC
MEMBER

Worship Services
Congress Classes
General Sessions
Department Meeting
Regional Caucus Meeting
Luncheons
Youth Activities
Welcome Reception
Musical Concert
Social Justice Town Hall

PNBC BOARD MEMBER

Worship Services
Congress Classes
General Sessions
Department Meeting
Regional Caucus Meeting
Luncheons
Executive Board Meetings
Welcome Reception
Musical Concert
Social Justice Town Hall

MINISTERS AND PASTORS

Worship Services
Congress Classes
General Sessions
Department Meeting
Regional Caucus Meeting
Luncheons
Ministers and Pastors Division
Pastors Mental Health Initiative
Welcome Reception
Musical Concert
Social Justice Town Hall

CHAPLAINS AND NEW PASTORS

Worship Services
Congress Classes
General Sessions
Department Meeting
Regional Caucus Meeting
Luncheons
Ministers and Pastors Division
Pastors Mental Health Initiative
Welcome Reception
Musical Concert
Social Justice Town Hall

Event Sponsors