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March 24, 2026

Christian Comic Arts Society Returns to WonderCon 2026 with Panels, Cosplay Repair, Freebies, and Comics

Anaheim, CA — The Christian Comic Arts Society (CCAS) is returning to WonderCon 2026, taking place March 27–29 at the Anaheim Convention Center, with a weekend lineup that includes three discussion panels, booth activities, free giveaways, comics for sale, and on-site emergency cosplay repair at Small Press booth SP-68.

A longtime presence in convention culture, CCAS brings together creators, fans, and industry voices for conversations around comics, storytelling, fandom, representation, and spirituality in pop culture. This year’s WonderCon presence is designed to offer attendees a mix of panel discussions, booth interaction, and practical convention support.

Among the more unexpected offerings: CCAS Board Member Bryan Mero, who cosplays as “Fix-It Felix,” will be available throughout the convention for emergency cosplay repair, helping attendees with quick fixes and last-minute costume saves.

CCAS will also be giving away free copies of The Color Code Study Bible while supplies last, along with other freebies, and will have comics and related titles available for purchase, including best-selling title The Action Bible.

WonderCon 2026 Panels

Spiritual Themes in Comics

Friday, March 27, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Room 211

Spiritual themes continue to show up across comics, film, television, and animation, often shaping a story’s larger emotional and philosophical world. This panel explores how those themes function in modern storytelling and why they continue to resonate in pop culture.

Panelists include: Casey Robin (Illustrator), Travis Hanson (Beanleaf Press), Leo Partible (Comic Book Creator/Filmmaker), Buzz Dixon (G.I. Joe), Matt Agosto (Pastor), Ralph Miley (New Creation Comics/CCAS President), and Kyle Keene (Moderator).

The Power of Color: The Discussion Continues

Saturday, March 28, 2026
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 303AB

DEI & Representation remains one of the most debated topics in comics and entertainment. This panel looks at whether the industry is opening more doors for original voices and independent creators, or continuing to lean on reworked legacy properties in its approach to diversity and inclusion.

Panelists include: Kevin Grevioux (Underworld), Baldwin Chiu (Filmmaker/Hip Hop Artist), Larissa Lam (Actor, Filmmaker Radio/Podcast Host), Hannibal Tabu (Writer/Producer), Leo Partible (Comic Book Creator/Filmmaker), and Ralph Miley (Moderator/ New Creation Comics/CCAS President).

Pop Culture and the Christian Church

Sunday, March 29, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Room 211

This panel takes a broader look at how churches and faith communities have engaged comic book, anime, gaming, and fandom spaces over the years, where those efforts have connected, where they have fallen short, and what more authentic engagement could look like.

Panelists include: Christopher Stewart (Pastor), Karyn Keene (Educator/Youth Leader), Bryan Mero (Cosplay Repair/CCAS Board Member), Joe Queen (Geeky Guys/Gals 4 God), and Kyle Keene (Moderator).

Booth SP-68 Highlights

Throughout the weekend, booth SP-68 will serve as CCAS’s hub for conversation, giveaways, books, comics, and community engagement.

Free Bible Giveaway

CCAS will be giving away The Color Code Study Bible from HarperCollins’ Thomas Nelson Bibles while supplies last. Designed to make Scripture easier to follow, the Bible highlights seven key themes using color, helping readers visually track ideas and connections across the text.

Comics and Other Items for Sale

Attendees can also stop by the booth to purchase comics and related materials, including The Action Bible and other titles tied to visual storytelling, faith, and comics culture.

Emergency Cosplay Repair

For anyone dealing with a broken prop, torn seam, loose armor piece, or costume problem during the weekend, Bryan Mero will be available at the booth for emergency cosplay repair. From quick fixes to last-minute saves, Mero will be helping keep cosplay con-ready throughout WonderCon.

Need a repair or want to connect?
Phone: 209-800-4118
Instagram: @spiritknightcosplay

CCAS invites media, creators, attendees, and cosplay fans to stop by booth SP-68 to connect, browse, and learn more about the group’s ongoing role in comics and convention culture.

Interviews are available with CCAS President Ralph Miley, Bryan Mero, and other CCAS board members.

About Christian Comic Arts Society

The Christian Comic Arts Society (CCAS) was founded in 1984 and has spent decades building community among Christians working in or engaging with comics, graphic novels, and related creative fields. Through convention programming, networking, creator support, and public discussion, CCAS continues to explore how faith and pop culture intersect.

More information: www.ChristianComicArts.com and all the major social platforms.

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For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact:

Jesús Peña
FrontGate Media
949-799-4477
[email protected]