Friday, July 24 - Sunday, July 26
2026
LITTLE OcMuglee State Park
Kearse Family Reunion: Connecting Branches
Welcome to the Kearse Family Reunion website!
🌳 From Roots to Leaves: The Story of Us🌿
Hey Family — Welcome! We’re so glad you’re here! 🎉
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This site will serve as your go-to hub for all things reunion related—and trust us, you don’t want to miss a thing!
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This year’s reunion theme, "From Roots to Leaves: The Story of Us," is more than just words—it’s a tribute to the legacy we come from and the love that continues to grow through every branch of our family tree.
Our ancestors are the strong, steady roots—the foundation built on faith, sacrifice, and resilience.
We, their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and kin, are the branches and leaves, growing from that legacy and shaping the future for those still to come.
Just like in Scripture, each generation is called to pass down stories, wisdom, and a connection to God that binds the family together. And that’s what this reunion is all about:
💛 Honoring our past
💛 Celebrating our present
💛 Preparing a legacy of love for the future
This will be a celebration full of joy, laughter, memories, and meaning!
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Be sure to check this website regularly for all updates, registration info, and announcements.
Also, don’t forget to join and follow our Kearse Family Reunion Facebook Group to stay connected and in the loop with the entire family.
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We can’t wait to celebrate with you. Let’s make 2026 one to remember!
Here's your guide to navigating our website:
BJ and Meta Bell: Dive into our family's rich history with a dedicated section honoring B.J. and Meta Bell Kearse. Learn about their legacy, contributions, and the impact they've had on our family for generations.
Payment Information: Secure your spot at the reunion hassle-free! Find all the details you need to make your payment, including reunion ticket pricing, deadlines, and payment methods.
(room and cabin paid separate)
Room/ Cabin/ Hotel Pricing Information: Click here to see booking information for Little OcMuglee State Park. If you will not be staying at the park you can click here to see additional hotel options and pricing in the area.
Schedule of Events: Click here to see the schedule of events
Family Blog: Stay connected with your Kearse Family community through our blog! Share stories, memories, and updates leading up to the reunion, and reminisce about past gatherings with fellow family members.
So, kick back, relax, and make yourself at home! This website is your hub for all things Kearse Family Reunion. Explore, connect, and get ready to create lifelong memories with your loved ones. See you in Cheshire.
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Beloved Family
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As we reflect on the journey we’ve taken together over the years, we are filled with gratitude. The theme for the 2024 reunion, “Building Bridges,” focused on healing, re-connection, and intentionally mending generational gaps. That foundation has been laid. Now, it’s time to cross those bridges and make meaningful connections.
That’s why the theme for the 2026 Kearse Family Reunion is:
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🌿 “From Roots to Leaves: The Story of Us” 🌿
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Inspired by Jeremiah 17:7–8, we believe this is our season to thrive:
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”​
Like that tree, the Kearse family is rooted in strength, nourished by faith, and flourishing with new life.
When King Solomon penned his wisdom nearly 3,000 years ago, he reminded us that God is sovereign over every season—and our family has surely experienced them all: seasons of joy, loss, growth, and challenge. But through it all, we are still here—strong, blessed, and rooted in grace.
More than a century after B.J. Kearse and Meta Bell Breland were joined in holy matrimony in Bamberg County, South Carolina, their legacy continues to live and breathe through more than 300 descendants across the nation and around the world. That’s not just history—that’s legacy in motion.
This year, we invite you to come home—to your roots, your branches, and your people.
Let’s share stories, rekindle relationships, and build a legacy of love that future generations will never forget.We’re calling on every descendant of B.J. and Meta Bell, and all of our extended Kearse family, to mark your calendars and make plans to attend the 2026 reunion.
✨ Details are coming soon! Be sure to check this website regularly and follow our Kearse Family Reunion Facebook Group for announcements, registration information, and more.
We can't wait to gather again and celebrate The Story of Us—from deep roots to growing leaves.
Let’s make 2026 unforgettable.With love and anticipation,
The 2026 Kearse Family Reunion Committee
We look forward to seeing all of you in July!
~Kearse Reunion Committee
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If you have any questions, comments or want to help with planning, don’t hesitate to email us!
