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Harbor: The Pepperdine Bible Lectures

For more than 80 years, Harbor—known to generations as the Pepperdine Bible Lectures—has been a sacred gathering where followers of Jesus come together to worship, learn, and renew their hope. Set against the backdrop of Pepperdine’s stunning Malibu campus, Harbor remains a cherished gift to the church, offering a space where hearts are restored, minds are renewed, and the body of Christ is strengthened for service in the world.


 

 

 

Date

May 5-8, 2026

Location

Pepperdine University
Malibu Campus
24255 Pacific Coast Highway 
Malibu, CA 90263

Contact Us

310.506.4270
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Harbor 2026: A More Excellent Way: The Transformative Power of Love

May 5th-8th | Malibu Califorinia

Keynote Speakers

Rick Atchley
Rick Atchley

Forth Worth, TX

Firestone Fieldhouse
7 - 8:30 PM | May 5th, 2026
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Jessica H. Wilson
Jessica H. Wilson

Malibu, CA

Smothers Theatre
11 AM -12 PM | May 6th, 2026
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Dudley Rutherford
Dudley Rutherford

Los Angeles, CA

Firestone Fieldhouse
7 - 8:30 PM | May 6th, 2026
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Orpheus Heyward
Orpheus Heyward

Atlanta, GA

Smothers Theatre
11 AM -12 PM | May 7th, 2026
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Jonathon Storment
Jonathon Storment

Little Rock, AR

Firestone Fieldhouse
7 - 8:30 PM | May 7th, 2026
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Taylor Walling
Taylor Walling

Malibu, CA

Smothers Theatre
11 AM -12 PM | May 8th, 2026
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Why Come to Harbor?

A Place of Renewal and Restoration

In a time when many feel disconnected or weary, Harbor offers a chance to breathe, connect, and be refreshed in God’s presence. Whether you’re returning after years away or experiencing Harbor for the first time, you’ll discover a community of hope where faith is rekindled and vision for the church is renewed.

panel group discussion
Something for Everyone

Harbor is for everyone who longs to grow in faith. You’ll hear from ministry leaders, authors, counselors, creatives, and scholars. Sessions range from practical ministry and church leadership to spiritual formation, biblical study, emotional health, and vibrant worship.

ocean view from campus housing
Stay in the Heart of Malibu

Our on-campus housing keeps you close to the action—and the ocean! Stay in furnished apartments or cozy dorm suites, share meals with friends old and new, and enjoy what many affectionately call “church camp for adults.” Families are always welcome.

More about housing info

people on stage with live performance
Connection and Celebration

The Harbor experience extends beyond the classroom. Gather for reunions, receptions, and evening events like Harbor Unplugged and Late Night Comedy. It’s a week of laughter, friendship, and shared mission.


 

A History of Faith and Fellowship

Since its beginning in 1943, Harbor has been a beacon for the Churches of Christ and churches of the Restoration Movement—a place where faith deepens, ideas flourish, and lives are changed. From early gatherings in Los Angeles to its current home in Malibu, the spirit of Harbor has always been one of joy, gratitude, and renewal. As generations before us have done, we now carry this legacy forward—celebrating the same enduring truth: God continues to do remarkable things when His people gather in love.

 


 

Stay Awhile

Malibu is more than a destination—it’s an invitation to wonder. Stretching 27 miles along the Pacific, surrounded by the Santa Monica Mountains, it’s a place where natural beauty and divine presence meet. Before or after Harbor, explore local trails, beaches, and art, or make short day trips into Los Angeles and Conejo Valley. Come expecting to be refreshed—spirit, mind, and body.

girls walking at pointe dume

two people mountain biking

surfer in the water

group on a hike overlooking ocean

 


Harbor Recordings

  2025 | Your Kingdom Come
  2024 | Running With Perseverance
  2023 | God Loves Forever
  2022 | No Other Jesus
  2021 | Resilient Faith: A Day of Renewal for Church Leaders