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Jan 28

Planting 1,000 Churches in 10 Years

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

A church-planting think-tank brought the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism one step closer toward its goal to facilitate the planting of 1,000 churches in the U.S. in the next…

Jan 23

A Lighthouse in Atlantic City

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Located in a casino-rich environment, Chelsea Baptist Church calls itself “The Lighthouse in Atlantic City.” The church celebrated 115 years of ministry Jan. 11.

Jan 22

Joe DiVietro Called to Sauk Centre, Minn.

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Faith Baptist Church has welcomed a new pastor. Joe DiVietro began ministering at the church Dec. 7.

Jan 21

Minnesota Church Calls Its First Additional Staff Member

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

First Baptist Church has extended a unanimous call to Zac Patke to serve as assistant to the pastor.

Jan 18

Tri County Baptist Passes Baton of Leadership

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

On Jan. 4, Tri County Baptist Church celebrated the ministry of its former pastor and wife, J. O. and Juanita Purcell, and welcomed its new pastor and his wife, George…

Jan 17

Claude Wiggins Begins Pastorate in Oxford, Mich.

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

First Baptist Church has called Claude Wiggins as pastor.

Jan 16

Ethan Long Called to Staff of Home Church

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Northridge Baptist Church has called Ethan Long, one of its own members, as assistant pastor.

Jan 15

Free Dinner Shows Church’s Care for Widows

West Pines Baptist Church showed its appreciation and love for the widows in its church by treating them to dinner at Olive Garden.

Jan 14

January 2015 E-Info: Keeping Our Brains Frost-Free

Take advantage of winter days that may limit our physical activities to heat up our minds. Read E-Info to discover opportunities for continuing education and engaging in focused thinking to…

Jan 12

Baptisms Create Year to Remember at Bridgewater Baptist

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

For Bridgewater Baptist Church, 2014 was a year to remember, as 89 people were baptized.

Jan 08

Church Shows Love through Free Child Care

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Shepherd Road Baptist Church showed love to its community this Christmas by providing free child care.

Jan 06

Bryan Goebert Ordained

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Sun Coast Baptist Church ordained Bryan Goebert, pastor of the church since 2005.

Jan 01

Night of Blessings for Foster Families

By Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Putting feet to their prayers for orphans, a group of women at Fellowship Baptist Church organized a night of blessings for local foster families.

Dec 30

Faith Baptist Celebrates 50 Years of Ministry

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Since its inception, Faith Baptist has desired to impact its world for Christ through supporting missions worldwide and reaching its neighbors with the gospel.

Dec 25

Live Nativity on Main Street Attracts Visitors

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

When the town of Slater celebrates Christmas, it’s like a Hallmark Christmas movie: food at the fire station, horse-drawn carriage rides, and lighting the Christmas tree on Main Street, followed…

Dec 24

Living Nativity Brings Bible to Life

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Discovery Baptist Church is bringing people back to the Christ of Christmas and why He came to earth.

Dec 21

Food Pantry Provides Dinner to Remember

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Daniels Road Baptist Church hosted its third annual dinner for Soul Food Pantry families.

Dec 21

Church Gives Gifts for Jesus’ Birthday

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Victory Lighthouse Baptist Church held its first-ever Christmas party. Although the decorations included traditional Christmas decor—a Christmas tree, wreath, and the like—the party was about celebrating Jesus’ birth.

Dec 20

Church Choir Ministers outside Its Walls

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

At an outdoor mall in Florida, shoppers stop what they're doing to hear a concert from the Peace River Baptist Church choir.

Dec 19

Prayer Request: Brennen Law

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, PrayerLink

Please be in prayer for the family of Chris Law, pastor of First Baptist Church, Cambria, Calif. Chris and Jennifer’s 6-year-old son, Brennen, was diagnosed with Leukemia on Dec. 4…

Dec 19

Children’s Musical Presents Valuable Christmastime Lessons

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

The children of First Baptist Church performed “A Peanut Butter Christmas” by Ron Hamilton and Gary Emory Dec. 14.

Dec 19

Jayson Byrd Installed as Pastor of Emmanuel Baptist

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Jayson Byrd has been installed as pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, returning to his hometown of Clarksburg, W.Va.

Dec 19

South Baptist Church Is ‘Paid in Full’

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

"Paid in Full" was the theme of the mortgage burning celebration at South Baptist Church.

Dec 18

December 2014 E-Info: Sharing Message of Divine Mercy!

Merry Christmas from the staff of Regular Baptist Ministries! As the smiles on our faces reflect the joy we have in Christ, I am reminded at this Christmas season of…

Dec 18

Grace Baptist Celebrates 50 Years

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Grace Baptist Church celebrated 50 years of ministry with a weekend of special events.

Dec 17

Retiree’s Ministry Combines Love of Children, Adults, and Music

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

Babs Johnson says she carries out the Great Commission in the same way that, generally, all believers do, but her specific ministry keys in on her love of children, adults,…

Dec 16

Jacob Saylor Ordained

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Faith Baptist Church has ordained its pastor, Jacob Saylor.

Dec 15

GARBC’s Council Gains Ground for Long-Term Planning

With the ground gained from this year’s Council of Eighteen meetings, the GARBC is positioned to make good on plans that have been in the works for four years.

Dec 15

Hospital of Hope to Open in Togo

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

A new hospital is set to open in Togo, West Africa, and Saylorville Church has played a large role in that process.

Dec 12

Fellowship and Teaching Mark Meetings of Sunshine Baptist Fellowship

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

Florida churches enjoyed two days of informative teaching and sweet fellowship in the Sunshine State.

Dec 10

Ohio Women for Missions Holds Fall Retreat

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

"Women Like Us, Touching Lives" is the emphasis this year for Ohio Women for Missions and was the theme for the group's fall retreat.

Dec 09

Memorial Baptist Mourns Loss of SPC Joey Riley

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News, With the Lord

Memorial Baptist Church is mourning the loss of Joey Riley, an Army sniper who was killed by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan.

Dec 08

Pine Grove Baptist Church Celebrates 50 Years

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Pine Grove Baptist Church celebrated 50 years of ministry by honoring its former pastors' wives.

Dec 05

Using Technology with Less Hassle, More Ministry

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

"Untangled” conference helps churches eliminate the hassle of technology and use it to minister more effectively.

Dec 04

Pierponts Celebrate God’s Call to First Baptist Church

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

First Baptist Church officially welcomed Kevin A. Pierpont as pastor Nov. 9, celebrating God’s answers to prayers and the unanimous calling of the Pierponts.

Dec 02

Giving Tuesday: An Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Association

Day in and day out, the GARBC ministries are making a difference in churches around the world. Your help is critical in making this happen. This Giving Tuesday, make a…

Dec 02

500 Community Members Attend Fall Festival

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

With a hot-air balloon glowing overhead, nearly 500 Ankeny, Iowa, residents enjoyed an evening with their families and got to know Ankeny Baptist Church at its Fall Harvest Festival.

Dec 01

Canticum Novum Chorale Kicks off Thanksgiving for Iowa Churches

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

An estimated 650 attendees from area churches enjoyed choral and orchestral music designed to give praise and thanks to God as a kickoff to Thanksgiving.

Nov 30

Church Begins Construction Debt-Free

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

After meeting in a school for the past eight years, First Baptist Church is looking forward to meeting in its own building.

Nov 28

Thanksgiving Events Celebrate Being One Body in Christ

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Unique events at Crossroads Baptist Church celebrated the season of thankfulness and togetherness.

Nov 26

Now Available: RBP Adult Curriculum in Spanish

By Educational Resources Feed, Ministry Highlights

Regular Baptist churches and associations around the country have caught the vision of ministering to Hispanics. RBP and EBI are both contributing their strengths to provide such a curriculum for…

Nov 26

Reaching Bikers for Christ

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Memorial Baptist Church is reaching bikers for Christ, most recently through a Biker Brunch/Toy Drive. We continue to build relationships with these men and women," says Pastor Tom Wright.

Nov 23

Blanket Night Shows Love in the Midst of Loss

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

“It’s truly staggering how many families are affected by losing a long-waited for, much loved little one,” says Amy Reynolds of Clear Lake Regular Baptist Church. “As a church body…

Nov 21

Pastor Finishes Ultramarathon, a Test of the Mind, Body, and Spirit

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Scott Poling, pastor of Harvest New Beginnings, ran a 101-mile race Nov. 1 in Missouri. For Poling, running isn’t just a physical exercise; it’s also spiritual.

Nov 19

Celebrating 200 Years of God’s Faithfulness

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Brooktondale Baptist Church celebrated its 200th anniversary with a weekend full of special events.

Nov 17

First Trunk or Treat Proves to Be Fun Evening

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Calvary Baptist Church held its first Trunk or Treat and was "encouraged to see so many members from our community come out enjoy a fun evening."

Nov 15

Wisconsin Conference Focuses on “Laborers Together”

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network, News

Two leaders of Baptist Mid-Missions were a fitting team to present “Laborers Together,” the theme of the Wisconsin Association of Regular Baptist Churches annual conference.

Nov 14

Church Supports Military at Wounded Warriors Cycling Challenge

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

When cyclists rode through the Cambria area to support Wounded Warriors, First Baptist Church was on the scene cheering them on and volunteering to help.

Nov 13

Bridgewater Baptist Opens Fourth Campus

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

On Sunday, Oct. 26, Pastor Bob Kadlecik preached at Bridgewater Baptist Church . . . and so three other pastors. No, it wasn't a really long sermon. It is one…

Nov 12

Trunk or Treat Brings in Visitors

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Each year on the evening of Halloween, Calvary Baptist Church hosts Trunk or Treat, a community outreach. The event changes the focus of Halloween from the dark and evil roots…

Nov 12

Pillowcases Will Spread Smiles in India

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Orphans in India have cheerful-looking, personalized pillowcases, thanks to the generosity and thoughtfulness of ladies at Peace River Baptist Church.

Nov 11

Community Day Shares Christ with Church’s Neighbors

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Community Day at Calvary Baptist Church showed the love of Christ to the community and provided an opportunity for members to invite someone to hear the gospel.

Nov 10

Teens Enjoy Retreat at Camp Fairwood

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

The Fall Teen Retreat at Camp Fairwood was a great success, with 107 teens and their sponsors from churches throughout Wisconsin.

Nov 09

Feast of Tabernacles Brings Bible to Life

Kentwood Baptist Church celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles. The event concluded the church's observance of all seven appointed festivals of Israel, beginning with Passover in April of this year.

Nov 08

Trunk or Treat Brings Together Church and Community

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Book Road Baptist Church hosted its first Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 25. A young couple suggested this event after participating in one while attending college.

Nov 07

Mid-Continent Conference Addresses ‘Jewish Customs and Culture’

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

"The New Testament came alive in a fresh and vibrant way" at the annual conference of the Mid-Continent Association of Regular Baptist Churches.

Nov 05

November 2014 E-Info: A Rare Combination

Since joining our staff six months ago, David Gunn is a great delight to have as a Regular Baptist Ministries colleague. David’s focus is to provide editorial oversight for the…

Nov 04

Dr. James Lytle Named President of BBC&S

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

The Baptist Bible College and Seminary board of trustees is pleased to announce that Dr. James R. Lytle, veteran educator and missionary, seasoned leader, and experienced BBC&S vice president and…

Nov 04

Michigan Association Conference Highlights ‘Metamorphosis’

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

“Imagine switching the lid of a jigsaw puzzle box and then trying to figure out how to put the pieces together while using the wrong picture as the template.” Speaking…

Nov 03

Cameron Swain Ordained

New Life Baptist Church ordained Cameron Swain into the gospel ministry on Sept. 28. Though presently assisting Pastor Troy Lavallee, he is seeking to answer a full-time call to ministry.

Oct 30

Atlanta Church and Pastor Celebrate 50th Anniversary

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Atlanta Bible Baptist Church celebrated the 50th anniversary of its church and founding pastor, Dr. John A. McNeal Jr., in grand style.

Oct 29

Multisite Rally Saturates Teens in God’s Word

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

Teens all over the state of Ohio were saturated in God's Word, fellowship, and worship at the Saturate youth rally.

Oct 25

Meet the New CARBC State Representative

Pastor Bruce McLain has been encouraging people “to live by faith and follow by faith.” So when God opened the door for Bruce to serve as CARBC state representative, he…

Oct 24

Crafting and Tasting Event Brings in Visitors

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Nottingham Baptist Church culminated months of planning as nearly 100 ladies attended Treasured Traditions, a crafting and tasting outreach event, Oct. 18.

Oct 22

Medical Missions Trip Provides Physical and Spiritual Relief

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Residents in the Philippines have received physical and spiritual relief, thanks to members of Fil-American Baptist Church who went on a medical missions trip.

Oct 21

Ladies’ Advance Raises Money for Philippines Seminary

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

This year's Ladies' Advance encouraged not only attendees, but women across the globe. For the first time, attendees raised money for a cause.

Oct 20

Red-letter Day Celebrates New Pastor

Sept. 28 was a red-letter day as Gateway Baptist Church welcomed its new pastor, John Leber, and his wife, Kathy. To mark the occasion, members donned red shirts, blouses, and…

Oct 18

“Refresh” Retreat for Pastors and Wives Hits the Mark

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News

The Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches hosted its third Annual “Refresh” Pastors and Wives’ Retreat at Iowa Regular Baptist Camp. Twenty-six couples in pastoral ministries throughout Iowa attended the…

Oct 17

Muddy Obstacle Course Draws in 250 Students

Mud and an obstacle course were the basis for a youth event called "Out of the Darkness," a joint effort of four New York churches.

Oct 13

Jerry and Jo Cudney Receive Service Award from Corban University

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Network News, Recognition

Jerry and Jo Cudney received the Outstanding Service Award from Corban University, Salem, Ore., at the school's homecoming celebration Oct. 2–5. The Cudneys are 1963 graduates of Corban. Jerry is…

Oct 11

Students Stand for Christ during ‘See You at the Pole’

Several students from Peace River Baptist Church attended “See You at the Pole” at their public school on Sept. 24. Associate Pastor Peter Klotzbach was there to encourage the students…

Oct 10

Tent Revival Results in Decisions and Encouragement

Maranatha Baptist Church held its 2nd annual Community Tent Revival on a beautiful weekend in September.

Oct 09

Fall Family Fellowship Offers Activities for All Ages

Grace Baptist Church, Harla, Iowa, hosted a Fall Family Fellowship filled with activities for all ages.

Oct 08

Fellowship of Missions Holds Retreat and Conference

Those attending the Fellowship of Missions 45th Annual CEO Retreat and Conference enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere; appreciated devotional messages by Dr. Hantz Bernard, director of Bibles International; and delighted in…

Oct 07

Minnesota Association Meeting Encourages Ministry Growth

By Ministry Highlights, Network News

Beautiful Lake Bemidji, sunny skies, and brilliant autumn leaves provided a picturesque setting for attendees of the 2014 meeting of the Minnesota Association of Regular Baptist Churches.

Oct 07

October 2014 E-Info: Beyond the Circle

It’s great to meet and make new friends. I did so recently as a participant in “The Conversation,” a panel discussion to which I was invited. Though I honestly do…

Oct 06

Scottish Games Come to Ohio Men’s Retreat

By Church News, Ministry Highlights, News

Men from Northern Ohio, Illinois, and Michigan enjoyed Highland-style games at the Ohio Men’s Retreat, held at Camp Patmos.

Oct 05

Church Remembers “the Works of God” during 50th Anniversary

By Church News, Ministry Highlights

Focusing on God’s grace and faithfulness, Urbandale Baptist Church (Iowa) celebrated its 50th anniversary with a series of meals, fellowship times, and services.

Oct 04

100+ Miles Means Scholarship Money for Ohio Youth

By Ministry Highlights, Network News

The Ohio Association of Regular Baptist Churches’ Bike for Youth provides college scholarship money for a young person headed toward ministry. “It pays to invest for eternity!” says the OARBC.

Oct 03

Retreat Encourages Pastors and Wives in Ministry

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News

Pastors and wives from churches in the Baptist Network Northwest spent Sept. 8–11 at the Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center for a fall Ministry Retreat.

Oct 01

A Thoughtful Conversation between Baptist Brothers

By Ministry Highlights, Network News

Over 100 Baptists from Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin gathered in the fellowship hall of Fourth Baptist Church, Plymouth, Minn., for a panel discussion over lunch. The event was billed as…

Sep 30

Free Webinar: “The Question Churches Rarely Ask”

By Educational Resources Feed, Ministry Highlights, Resources

For churches that are committed to taking care of their pastors but are on tight budgets, there is always a hidden concern: "What if our pastor gets sick or injured…

Sep 29

Steak, Fellowship, and the Gospel

Steak, fellowship, and the gospel were a winning combination at Grillville, an event for men at Ankeny Baptist Church.

Sep 27

“Yes, We Can” Collects Cans for Rescue Mission

"Sometimes as a youth pastor, you are presented an opportunity that is a no-brainer," says Paul Weaver, youth pastor at Bible Baptist Church. "Yes, We Can," a canned-food drive organized…

Sep 26

Women’s Renew Conference Deepens Relationships

Over 400 ladies gathered at Iowa Regular Baptist Camp for its annual Women's Renew Conference Sept. 5 and 6. "As usual," says Emily Felderman, "IRBC rolled out the red carpet…

Sep 25

Soccer Camp Ministers to Teens in Haiti

Two couples in leadership at Daniels Road Baptist Church traveled to Haiti July 22–29. Their purpose was to help Tim and RoseAnne Bower, missionaries with Open Door Baptist Missions, run…

Sep 24

Reaching the Heart of Trenton with the Heart of God

With the current congregation of Faith Baptist Church representing 18 nations, the church has been enjoying the rare blessing of unity with diversity. “It is truly a treasure to have…

Sep 24

Aaron Love Called to Brown Street Baptist Church

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Pastoral Changes

Brown Street Baptist Church eagerly welcomes Aaron Love as its new pastor. Aaron and Elizabeth Love accepted the call to serve in June.

Sep 23

Richard Seefried Retires from First Baptist Church

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Pastoral Changes

When he was a senior in high school, Richard Seefried struggled between entering the ministry or accepting one of the many full-ride football scholarships he received to Ivy League schools.…

Sep 22

Horse Trainer Brings Gospel to Old Threshers Reunion

Every Labor Day weekend, Calvary Baptist Church hosts its annual Midwest Old Threshers Reunion. The event brings in thousands of people who love antique tractors, steam engines, and the company…

Sep 21

Indiana Church Strengthens Ties with Jamaican Church

A team of 24 from Fellowship Baptist Church ministered in Jamaica at Independence Hall Baptist Church in Axe and Adze alongside Pastors Hervill Willey and Kingsley Smith.

Sep 20

Youth Pastor Says Missions Trips Open Eyes

Madagascar and South Africa aren’t all that far apart geographically, but for Daniel Comings, they were like separate continents. Comings, associate pastor of Fellowship Baptist Church, visited both countries as…

Sep 18

Two Ohio Churches Share ‘Water of Life’ with Fairgoers

For the 15th year, First Baptist Church of Wellington partnered with First Baptist Church of Elyria for a joint outreach at the Lorain County (Ohio) Fair.

Sep 17

Youth Pastor Steven Howard Ordained

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Recognition

East Limington Baptist Church ordained its youth pastor, Steven Howard. An ordination council consisting of pastors and representatives from churches fellowshipping with the Northeast Regular Baptist Fellowship of Churches examined…

Sep 17

Baptist Church Planters Passes Baton of Leadership

Baptist Church Planters officially installed Stephen P. Little as president in a celebration in Cleveland on Tuesday, Aug. 26. On that evening, outgoing president Dr. David C. Little passed the…

Sep 17

Tailgating Party Reaches out to Community

LeClaire Baptist Church took advantage of a community event, Tug Fest, to reach out to its neighbors. Tug Fest is an annual three-day event in early August in which a…

Sep 16

Church and Community Honor Pastor for 20 Years of Service

By Jonita Barram Church News, Events, Ministry Highlights

On Aug. 24, Pastor Richard C. Piatt II of Fellowship Baptist Church did not know who would be preaching in the morning service. That mystery began a morning of honoring…

Sep 16

Church Celebrates Baptism in River

A special baptismal service took place at New Life Baptist Church in Illinois. It was the first time the church had held a baptism in the Fox River in Algonquin,…

Sep 15

Resolution: Challenge for Partnering

By 2001, Commentary, History, Ministry Highlights, Resolutions

2001 GARBC Annual Conference resolution, passed by voting messengers, Challenge for Partnering.

Sep 13

Elyria Church Has a Lot to Celebrate

By Jonita Barram Events, Ministry Highlights, Pastoral Changes

Abbe Road Baptist Church, Elyria, Ohio, has a lot to celebrate: a new pastor, a smooth transition, four new believers in recent weeks, and its upcoming 50th anniversary.

Sep 11

Regular Baptist Web Community Discusses Ladies’ Ministry How-tos

By Educational Resources Feed, Ministry Highlights, Resources

An interactive series is for women to share ideas and challenges of ladies’ ministry.

Sep 10

Church Brings ‘Kisses from Heaven’ to Parents in NICU

Two couples have teamed with Grace Baptist Church, Westlake, Ohio, to give parents with babies in the NICU a moment of happiness and hope in the midst of so much…

Sep 10

September 2014 E-Info: Lining Up Ducks!

Getting your ducks in a row for the year ahead is always crucial. The GARBC wants to help feed the ducks by offering several great learning opportunities through our Regular…

Sep 09

Restored Church Ordains Padraic Kenney

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Recognition

Restored Church (A Baptist Church) has ordained Padraic Kenney, a pastoral intern at the church. The ordination council commended Pad "for his overall handling and knowledge of the Word of…

Sep 08

Ministry in Haiti Not a Onetime Deal

When a seven-member team from Cornerstone Baptist Church returned from a missions trip to Haiti this summer, they came back with a greater awareness of needs and opportunities, and on…

Sep 05

Regular Baptist Web Community Kicks off with Pastors and Wives

By Educational Resources Feed, Ministry Highlights

Don't just paste a smile onto your face when walking into church; stay genuinely fresh in ministry! John and Daria Greening, share their tips as they lead a practical discussion…

Sep 04

Ross Shannon Called to First Baptist Church

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Pastoral Changes

First Baptist Church, Lapeer, Mich., has called Ross Shannon as pastor. He has been associate pastor of the church since 2011.

Sep 01

Go! Conference Challenges and Motivates Students

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News

More than 140 students and their sponsors were challenged Saturday evening, Aug. 16 to go and share the gospel.

Aug 31

Back-to-School Family Fun Day

Riverside Baptist Church held a Family Fun Day that not only provided a fair-like atmosphere but gave school supplies to the children who attended.

Aug 28

Regular Baptist Web Community Announces Fall Sessions

By GARBC News, Ministry Highlights, News

It's class time! Regular Baptist Web Community is in session! Eight exceptional topics for your church ministry are available through the Regular Baptist Web Community. Interact online with quality content…

Aug 28

Missions Trip Reaches Kids and Families

A group of 24 high school students and adults from Whitney Baptist Church traveled to Grandview, Wash., to serve First Baptist Church/Iglesia Del Pueblo.

Aug 27

Teens and Adults Minister in South Africa

"The summer of 2014 was a busy one at Faith Baptist Church," says Peter Brock, pastor of missions and Christian Education. Faith Baptist participated in five separate missions trips this…

Aug 25

Fun and Fellowship Mark Men’s Retreat

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Network News

Camp Manitoumi hosted a two-day men's retreat. The 83 men in attendance began the retreat with a golf outing, followed by free time to enjoy the camp's amenities, like swimming,…

Aug 25

First Baptist Installs Peter Jones as Pastor

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Ministry Highlights, Pastoral Changes

First Baptist Church installed Peter Jones as pastor. He is the 29th person to serve as pastor of the church, which was founded in 1867.

Aug 25

Food Pantry Feeds Body and Soul

“It starts with a bag of food,” says Mike Muilli, director of Soul Food Pantry, a ministry of Daniels Road Baptist Church. Each person who comes to the Soul Food…

Aug 24

A.M.P.E.D. Amps up Church’s Youth Ministry

Calvary Baptist Church is aiming to better reach its teens for Christ. In the past the church "has had a hit-or-miss youth group," says Pastor Zac Sandiford.

Aug 22

Clothing Giveaway Serves Community

A clothing giveaway was a successful community outreach event for First Baptist. "It didn't cost us anything—just the time in organizing it and the use of our space," says organizer…

Aug 21

Mark Thompson Ordained

By Melissa Meyer Ministry Highlights, Recognition

First Baptist Church ordained its associate pastor, Mark Thompson. He has been pastor of family ministries at First Baptist since June 2012.

Aug 20

Teen Food Fight Outreach

AMHERST, Ohio—An organized food fight at Faith Baptist Church served as an outreach event for teens. "It was a blast," says Youth Pastor Cory Prosowski. Food for a local food…

Aug 19

Cold Water and a Parade Float

New Life Baptist Church participated in a local Founder's Day Parade to not only promote the church's VBS but also to serve the spectators.

Aug 16

School Supply Giveaway Draws a Crowd

On Saturday, Aug. 9, a line of people started at the front doors of Altoona Regular Baptist Church and stretched toward the parking lot for the church's school supply giveaway.

Aug 13

Sharing Christ with Bikers at “Too Broke for Sturgis”

The Bikers for Christ Motorcycle Ministry held a Too Broke for Sturgis Run, and Community Baptist Church made itself available to help.

Aug 11

Outdoor Baptism at Annual Picnic

The annual picnic at Bridgewater Baptist Church included the baptism of 10 people.

Aug 10

Church Member Receives Quilt of Valor

By Church News, Ministry Highlights, Recognition

A quilt of valor was awarded to retired Marine Damian Rodriguez to honor his years of service.

Aug 09

Peach Festival Brings Opportunity for Outreach

Maranatha Baptist Church showed the love of Christ to its community at a nearby Peach Festival.

Aug 07

Missions Trip to the Center of the World

BATAVIA, N.Y.—Grace Baptist Church traveled to the center of the world to help share the message of the gospel. Eleven members spent 10 days in Quito, Ecuador, serving alongside Jeff…

Aug 06

Rustic Hills Baptist Celebrates 50th

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Events, Ministry Highlights

Rustic Hills Baptist Church celebrated its 50th anniversary with western-theme events.

Aug 05

Loving Others through Hometown Missions Trip

Teens at Faith Church in Indiana got a taste of missions in their own hometown.

Aug 05

August 2014 E-Info: Digitally Remastering!

The Tribune Publishing Company calls its shift to a more robust online strategy “Digital Remastering.” The GARBC is digitally remastering as well!

Aug 03

Steak Dinner Is Fun Outreach Event

A Steak and Corn Feed is a fun, evangelistic opportunity for men at Saylorville Church in Des Moines.

Aug 01

Missions Trip Helps Church Planters Minister

NILES, Ohio—Seventeen young people and leaders from First Baptist Church traveled to the Chicago area to help a missionary couple in their ministry. Derek and Aimee Phillips are missionaries with…

Jul 30

VBS Students Enjoy Week on Arrow Island

By Melissa Meyer Church News, Educational Resources Feed, Ministry Highlights

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill.—VBS at First Baptist Church "is a great time for us to connect with our community and share the love of God with the families that attend," says…

Jul 25

VBS Collects Cans for a Cause

FORT MYERS, Fla.—Students attending VBS at Daniels Road Baptist Church learned to help others through a missions project that benefitted their community.

Jul 24

Baptist Children’s Home Raises Funds through Bike Ride

VALPARAISO, Ind.—From July through September, churches in Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana are partnering with Baptist Children’s Home for its 34th annual Bike-a-Thon.

Jul 17

Hog Hunting Trip Builds Relationships

Starkey Road Baptist Church went on a hog hunting "missions trip” to build relationships among the church’s men. “We converted nine hogs—to bacon,” says Pastor Tom Benefiel. “Most of us…

Jul 16

July 2014 E-Info: Chock-full of Resources!

By GARBC News, Ministry Highlights

Resourcing pastors and churches is the heartbeat of our staff. I am thrilled that the July issue of E-Info is full of great resources for you. Take note of the…

May 30

Conference Addresses Creation and End-Times

By Website Administrator Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

REDDING, Calif.---Shasta Bible College and Graduate School hosted the 11th annual Alpha Omega Conference on creation and end-time prophecy.

May 12

Faith Professor John Hartog II Announces Retirement

By Website Administrator Ministry Highlights, Network News, News

ANKENY, Iowa---Dr. John Hartog II has announced his retirement from full-time teaching at Faith Baptist Bible College.

May 12

Baptism Marks Outdoor Service

By Website Administrator Church News, Ministry Highlights

JASPER, Ind.---Fellowship Baptist Church had the privilege of baptizing five young people in an outdoor baptism.

May 08

Day of Prayer Furthers Church’s Witness

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LITTLE EGG HARBOR, N.J.---Calvary Baptist Church is influencing its community for Christ, most recently through the National Day of Prayer.

May 07

Prom Alternative Promotes Healthy Atmosphere

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WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis.---As high school students across the country attend prom, one church hosts a God-honoring formal event for its teens.

May 05

IARBC Honors Retiring State Representative

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ANKENY, Iowa---For 16 years Joe Hayes ministered to pastors and church members throughout the state of Iowa, leading them in making disciples of Christ.

May 03

Camp Initiates ‘Raising the Roof’ Campaign

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GENOA, Neb.---Whispering Cedars Baptist Camp is aiming to upgrade its staff housing, with help from GARBC churches and individuals.

May 02

Church Expands with Baptist Church Planters

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio---Boardman Baptist Church will soon enjoy an expanded facility, thanks to the generosity of its members and the ministry of Baptist Church Planters.

May 01

It Takes a Fellowship

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TRACY, Calif.—Eight years ago, when Pastor Timothy and Susan Heinrich moved to Tracy to start Crossroads Baptist Church, they were burdened for the children in their neighborhood.

Apr 30

Dale Williams Celebrates 25 Years of Ministry

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NAPERVILLE, Ill.---Emmanuel Baptist Church of Warrenville honored Pastor Dale and Shirley Williams with a surprise celebration for having completed 25 years of ministry with the church.

Apr 25

Urbandale Baptist Church Burns Mortgage

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URBANDALE, Iowa---A building project that began in 2003 came to a debt-free conclusion with a mortgage burning at Urbandale Baptist Church.

Apr 24

Easter EGGstravaganza Celebrates Resurrection

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SPRING HILL, Fla.---A favorite annual event for Spring Hill Baptist Church is its Easter EGGstravaganza.

Apr 22

Church Ministries Conference: ‘We Love the Church’

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NORTHFIELD, Ohio---On March 28 and 29, about 100 church ministry workers from a 175-mile radius met at Northfield Baptist Church for the first Ohio Church Ministries Conference.

Apr 18

College Group “Loves Others Along the Way”

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NEWHALL, Calif.---The Alive college ministry at Placerita Baptist Church enjoys retreats throughout the year, the most recent being Camp and Surf in Onofre, Calif.

Apr 17

Conference Shares Importance of Church Planting

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WINDSOR, N.Y.---Staff and members of New York churches met at West Windsor Baptist Church April 7 and 8 for the Spring Conference of the Empire State Fellowship of Regular Baptist…

Apr 16

Encouragement and Instruction at Leadership Summit

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GRAFTON, Ohio---Baptist Church Planters held its second Leadership Summit March 19--21 at the organization's home office.

Apr 15

Teen Trip Offers Fellowship and Relaxation

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SPRING HILL, Fla.---After working hard to prepare for a missions trip, teens from Spring Hill Baptist Church spent their spring break fellowshipping and relaxing.

Apr 14

Youth Seminars Focus on Friendship

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HORSEHEADS, N.Y.---Young people from across New York attended the Empire State Fellowship's annual Youth Seminars.

Apr 11

Women’s Retreat: Love God, Love Others

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NEWHALL, Calif.—The women of Placerita Baptist Church had the privilege of hearing Janie Street teach on the theme “Love One Another” at their Ladies’ Getaway.

Mar 18

GARBC Retirement Community Celebrates 40 Years

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SEBRING, Fla.—“We thank the Lord for Maranatha Village,” said Ellen Reed as she wrapped up her talk on “Seeing Maranatha for the First Time” at the Maranatha Village 40th anniversary…

Apr 13

Judge Rules Fellowship Hall Tax Exempt