Rabbi Eric Carlson
MJAA Southeast ’26 Conference Chairman
Aish Kodesh — Holy Fire. MJAA Southeast Conference 2026.
The Rosen Plaza · Orlando, Florida
Welcome to MJAA Southeast ’26
Come join the fire!
Come experience a weekend of worship, teaching, community, and connection at our Messianic Jewish conference. Rabbi Eric Carlson and Rabbi Michael Stepakoff invite you to gather with us in Orlando for an unforgettable weekend centered on Yeshua.
Rabbi Michael Stepakoff
IAMCS Southeast Director
Come join the fire!
Worship & praise
Three distinctive sounds. One weekend of worship, community, and renewal.
Featured artist
Joshua Aaron
An award-winning American-Israeli independent singer and songwriter whose powerful music bridges Israel and the nations. Singing in English and Hebrew, Joshua blends contemporary worship with traditional Jewish sounds, reaching nearly half a billion streams worldwide since 2009. He was recently listed as one of the Jewish Global 100 influencers.
The Nesbitts
Experience “Messianic Mountain Soul” — a distinctive family sound from the hills of Tennessee, blending Southern roots, rich harmonies, and a Jewish heart for Yeshua. Their music carries a message of faith, heritage, and love for the Messiah.
Agustin Wainberg & 6steps
6steps is a Messianic Jewish worship band passionate about creating music that leads people into the presence of Adonai. Inspired by 2 Samuel 6, their name is an invitation to pause, honor the Lord, and worship.
Come experience
Something for Everyone…
Worship, learn, connect, and build lasting community across generations.Teachings & workshops
Saturday and Sunday, discover 20 inspired sessions on timely topics from trusted rabbis and leaders, designed to encourage, educate, and equip you.
Main sessions
Experience powerful worship, Messianic concerts, and inspiring messages during our main services.
Community Torah service*
A joyful, intergenerational time of traditional Torah reading, procession, worship, and inspiration.
Dance workshops
Worship through dance with Rebbetzin Barb Carlson and her instructors on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.
Ages 25–45
MJAA young professionals
Connect through events created to encourage, equip, and inspire individuals, couples, and young families throughout the conference.
YMJA youth & young adults
A place for teens and young adults to connect, grow, and be inspired to passionately follow Yeshua.
Children’s programming
Nursery care for ages 1–4 and faith-filled children’s programs for ages 5–12, led by Martha Gross and a dedicated team.
Cultural center & marketplace
Browse books, music, artwork, jewelry, shofars, and more while connecting with ministries, vendors, and friends.
Ignite pizza party
Enjoy hot pizza, Israeli dancing, and time to connect, laugh, and shmooze following Saturday evening’s service.
International Alliance of Messianic Congregations & Synagogues
IAMCS Yeshiva Course
December 18 · 8:30am–4:30pm
Instructor:
Dr. Doug Taylor, PhD.
Assistant Professor of Theology and Apologetics
Luther Rice College and Seminary
Seminar: Messianic Heresies
This course examines some of the earliest heresies brought as challenges against the Person and Work of the Messiah. Names have changed, but many of these same heresies have been recycled and employed today as challenges against what Scripture teaches.
Dr. Taylor teaches at Luther Rice College and Seminary. He is the author of WHY? A Believer’s Introduction to the Faith and Jesus Before Constantine , with additional books and articles forthcoming. He and his wife Kathryn live in East Tennessee and have two grown daughters.
Audit Fee
$75
Certificate Fee
$120.00
Credit Fee
$150.00
Registration Fee
$20.00*
*First-Time Student
For more information or to register and pay for this course, please contact the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations and Synagogues (IAMCS) at: yeshiva.iamcs.org or text-only (602) 551-6322.
Plan your weekend
Conference schedule
Times and programming are subject to change.Friday
IAMCS Yeshiva
Dr. Doug Taylor · Messianic Heresies
Marketplace Opens
Messianic Dance Class
Evening Service*
Agustin Wainberg & 6steps Worship Band
Young Professionals Event
Saturday
Community Torah Service
Messianic Dance Class
Young Professionals Event
Breakout Sessions
Evening Service*
Concert: Joshua Aaron
Ignite Pizza Party
Young Professionals Event
Sunday
Coffee and Muffins
Breakout Sessions
Young Professionals Event
Lunch Break
Messianic Dance Class
Breakout Sessions
Celebration Service*
Concert: The Nesbitts
Marketplace Opens
* Public Guest Fees for Main Services
$20 per adult or $40 per family with children age 17 and under. The Community Torah Service is free to the public.
Childcare
Full schedule download coming soon
Childcare is available for registered conference attendees.
MJAA Southeast Conference 2026
What you need to know
Register early, reserve your room, and get ready for a weekend of worship and community.
Register by November 25, 2026
On or before 11/25/26
$189
After 11/25/26
$209
Full-time attendees receive up to four recorded teachings from Southeast ’26.
Register OnlineThe Rosen Plaza
9700 International DriveOrlando, FL 32819 800-627-8258
Mention MJAA Southeast Conference to enjoy the conference rate of $99 per night. Space is limited.
Book Online Now!Questions?
conferenceservices@mjaa.org 610-338-0482$7 discounted self-parking for conference attendees.
Meals are not included. Food outlets are available in the hotel and nearby.
At the conference
