About the Event
Our Go & Teach Conference 2026 is meant to develop and deepen a Reformed, Biblical understanding of the Christ-centered home in a Christless culture. With four main sessions and nine breakout sessions to choose from, we will look at the various facets of a well-functioning Christian family, as well as the challenges our families face in this world. Beginning with a basic understanding of the family as the foundation of society and the covenant community, we then consider how the home is to be as a little church. We also seek to break the silence on the reality of domestic abuse, offering a Biblical response to this serious issue. Finally, we will explore how to cultivate a Christ-centered marriage, which lies at the very heart of a healthy and happy home. Pray with us that this conference will be a great blessing, used by the Lord to strengthen and build homes that faithfully witness to Christ in our culture.
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Dr. Joel R. Beeke
Dr. Joel R. Beeke (Ph.D., Westminster Seminary) is chancellor and professor of homiletics and systematic and practical theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, a pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids, Michigan, editor of Puritan Reformed Journal and Banner of Sovereign Grace Truth, board chairman of Reformation Heritage Books, a frequent speaker at Reformed conferences around the world, and a prolific author.
Dr. Joel R. Beeke
Dr. Joel R. Beeke (Ph.D., Westminster Seminary) is chancellor and professor of homiletics and systematic and practical theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, a pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids, Michigan, editor of Puritan Reformed Journal and Banner of Sovereign Grace Truth, board chairman of Reformation Heritage Books, a frequent speaker at Reformed conferences around the world, and a prolific author.
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas, a native of Wales, is the Chancellor’s Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology and a Teaching Fellow with Ligonier Ministries, where he also serves as Dean of the D.Min. program. Formerly Senior Minister at First Presbyterian Church (Columbia, SC), he has also taught and pastored in Jackson, MS, and Atlanta, GA. Ordained in the Evangelical Church of Ireland, he served 17 years in Belfast before moving to the U.S. He holds degrees from the University of Wales and Reformed Theological Seminary and has authored over twenty books. He and his wife, Rosemary, have two children, two grandchildren, and an assortment of pets. He loves classical music and opera.
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas, a native of Wales, is the Chancellor’s Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology and a Teaching Fellow with Ligonier Ministries, where he also serves as Dean of the D.Min. program. Formerly Senior Minister at First Presbyterian Church (Columbia, SC), he has also taught and pastored in Jackson, MS, and Atlanta, GA. Ordained in the Evangelical Church of Ireland, he served 17 years in Belfast before moving to the U.S. He holds degrees from the University of Wales and Reformed Theological Seminary and has authored over twenty books. He and his wife, Rosemary, have two children, two grandchildren, and an assortment of pets. He loves classical music and opera.
Pastor Arnoud Vergunst
Pastor Arnoud Vergunst has been in the ministry for over 30 years, both in USA and New Zealand. He is married with Michelle and is the father of 8 children. One of his main focusses in the ministry has been on Biblical Counseling, particularly in the area of various types of abuse. Besides, throughout the years of sickness and subsequent death of his first wife Melanie, he has focused on developing his understanding and ministry to the grieving, both children and adults. Currently he serves in the Reformed Congregation of Carterton, New Zealand.
Pastor Arnoud Vergunst
Pastor Arnoud Vergunst has been in the ministry for over 30 years, both in USA and New Zealand. He is married with Michelle and is the father of 8 children. One of his main focusses in the ministry has been on Biblical Counseling, particularly in the area of various types of abuse. Besides, throughout the years of sickness and subsequent death of his first wife Melanie, he has focused on developing his understanding and ministry to the grieving, both children and adults. Currently he serves in the Reformed Congregation of Carterton, New Zealand.
Dr. Brian G. Najapfour
Dr. Brian G. Najapfour (Ph.D., Theological University of Apeldoorn) has served as a minister of the gospel since 2001, with pastoral experience in both the Philippines and the United States. Now residing in Canada, he pastors the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Jordan, Ontario. Dr. Najapfour is the author and co-editor of numerous books and has contributed articles to various journals, periodicals, and encyclopedias. He and his wife, Sarah, have five children.
Dr. Brian G. Najapfour
Dr. Brian G. Najapfour (Ph.D., Theological University of Apeldoorn) has served as a minister of the gospel since 2001, with pastoral experience in both the Philippines and the United States. Now residing in Canada, he pastors the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Jordan, Ontario. Dr. Najapfour is the author and co-editor of numerous books and has contributed articles to various journals, periodicals, and encyclopedias. He and his wife, Sarah, have five children.
