Opening Celebration

Join us for our opening celebration of America Reads the Bible on April 18th in Washington, D.C. as national leaders from all spheres of influence testify of their dependence on the Bible in their lives and call America back to the Bible as we celebrate our important 250th Birthday of America. This event will be the beginning of a monumental week as over 100+ national ministries and over 450+ of our national leaders read the Bible from Genesis to Revelation over the next seven days. This will be a once in a lifetime moment for the nation and the Body of Christ. 

Donate Now for Tickets!
Donate Now for Tickets!

Opening celebration tickets are a $500 donation to help us finish our budget for this national movement. Get them now - they are still available until 4/17 at midnight. Once you give, our staff will send you a link to claim your ticket.

Sponsored by
  • Bunni Pounds

    Bunni Pounds

    Founder & Visionary of America Reads The Bible & Christians Engaged

  • Cameron Arnett, Christ Over Career

    Cameron Arnett

    Christ Over Career
    America Reads The Bible Nat’l Spokesperson

  • BJ Arnett, Christ Over Career

    BJ Arnett

    Christ Over Career
    America Reads The Bible Nat’l Spokesperson

  • David Barton, Wallbuilders

    David Barton

    Founder, Wallbuilders

  • Pastor Mark Batterson, National Community Church

    Pastor Mark Batterson

    Senior Pastor, National Community Church

  • Candace Cameron Bure, CandyRock Entertainment

    Candace Cameron Bure

    CandyRock Entertainment
    America Reads The Bible Nat’l Spokesperson

  • Rep. Michael Cloud U.S. Congressional District (TX-27)

    Rep. Michael Cloud

    U.S. Congressional District (TX-27)

  • Doug Deason, Great American Media

    Doug Deason

    Chairman, Great American Media

  • Billy Hallowell

    Billy Hallowell

    Journalist, Commentator, & Digital TV Host

  • Patricia Heaton Actress

    Patricia Heaton

    Actress & Author

  • Pastor Allen Jackson World Outreach Church

    Pastor Allen Jackson

    Senior Pastor, World Outreach Church
    Allen Jackson Ministries

  • Speaker Mike Johnson 56th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives

    Speaker Mike Johnson

    56th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives

  • Dr. Kyle Lance Martin, Time To Revive

    Dr. Kyle Lance Martin

    Founder, Time To Revive

  • Tony Perkins

    Tony Perkins

    President, Family Research Council

  • Matt Potter Pray.com

    Matt Potter

    Founder, PRAY.COM

  • Dr. Adam Wright Dallas Baptist University

    Dr. Adam Wright

    President, Dallas Baptist University

Music By

  • Phil King, Worship Leader

    Phil King

    Worship Leader

  • Leeland Mooring, Worship Leader

    Leeland Mooring

    Worship Leader

Event Details

Venue

Capital Turnaround

700 M St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

April 18, 2026

Reception & Press Availability – 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Red Carpet Interviews – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

90 Minute Program – 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Dress code: “Sunday Best” or business casual.


The venue has no designated parking, and nearby lots are not guaranteed to have space. Please consider ride share options. The location is 700 M St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003. The entrance to the building is on 7th Street. Main entrance is located on 7th Street (west side of the building, between L Street SE and M Street SE).

Underwriters ($100,000+)

Doug and Jacki Deason 

Heather and Ray W. Washburne 

Anonymous Underwriter

Anonymous Underwriter

Underwriter List

Chairman ($50,000)

Ryan and Ellie Binkley, Create Church 

Moriah Foundation 

James Reginald Wage Estate 

Anonymous Chairman 

Anonymous Chairman 

Vice-Chairman ($25,000)

Mercury One Foundation

Dick and Amelia Saulsbury 

Anonymous Vice-Chairman 

Anonymous Vice-Chairman

Host ($15,000)

Bob Taylor & Karen Taylor-Bowling 

Dennis and Laquita Johnson

Co-Host ($10,000)

Mary Kay Foundation 

Anonymous Co-Host  

Anonymous Co-Host 

Mark & Janet Holecek

Keith & Jessica Holecek