Resolution: Military Chaplaincy
Posted June 26, 2009 in 1967, Conference Business, Resolutions, GARBCnews
1967 Annual Conference resolution, passed by voting messengers.
Resolution: Evangelism in our Local Churches
Posted June 19, 2009 in 1967, Ecclesiology, Resolutions, GARBCnews
1967 Annual Conference resolution, passed by voting messengers.
GARBC Conference-A Family Affair!
Posted in GARBCnews
Fun, fellowship, and food (spiritual and physical!) await the GARBC family at the 2009 GARBC Conference, June 22-26, in Elyria, Ohio. This year’s theme, Cutting Straight, reflects the Association’s commitment to rightly dividing the Word of Truth ( 2 Timothy 2:15). Bible teaching and preaching are the focal points of the Conference, with panel and round table discussions on theological issues taking place . The week includes many GARBC family events such as a Conference picnic, ladies luncheon, ministry receptions, and outreach opportunities. Exciting children’s and teen programs are happening, along with Talents For Christ competitions. The Quest, a group of young Baptist leaders, is participating in a workshop and enjoying a meal with their families together. International guests from India and the Philippines are attending the Conference and the Association will be welcoming stateside churches of Spanish, Filipino, and Haitian ethnicities into the Fellowship. GARBC Staff is posting daily updates from the Conference at GARBC Conference and Baptist Bulletin websites. Whether conferees can attend for a day or a week, the Conference has something for everyone!
Resolution: Clergy and Laymen Concerned about Vietnam
Posted June 12, 2009 in 1967, Social Concerns, Resolutions, GARBCnews
1967 Annual Conference resolution, passed by voting messengers.
Iowa Teens Visit GARBC Resource Center
Posted in GARBCnews
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois—Twenty-seven teens and youth pastors/sponsors learned about the national and international ministries of the GARBC during a Resource Center tour on Thursday, June 11. National representative, John Greening, guided the enthusiastic teens from Faith Baptist Church, Cambridge, Iowa, and First Baptist Church, Creston, Iowa, explaining how the Association assists churches and introducing ministry possibilities for the students to pursue. Teens took many pictures, including one of the national representative wearing a safari hat, a Regular Baptist Press souvenir that each teen received. At the conclusion of the tour, the youth groups enjoyed packed lunches in the staff room. The teens were in town for a week-long missions trip of helping a new Baptist church plant make contacts and demonstrate kindnesses in Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates suburbs.
Resolution: Universalism-Syncretism
Posted June 5, 2009 in 1966, Doctrine, Resolutions, GARBCnews
1966 Annual Conference resolution, passed by voting messengers.
E-info: June 2009
Posted June 3, 2009 in June 2009, GARBCnews, e-INFO
E-Info, a GARBC newsletter, communicates information about Association happenings, ministry development, church events, and service opportunities. Share your ministry-related information; contact the GARBC Resource Center. Together We Can Accomplish More!
Check out the June issue of E-Info:
Putting Others First—Online Prayer Meetings, Son Needs Pittsburgh Housing, Reaching Conference Community for Christ
GARBC Annual Conference—Gospel Literature Services Luncheon, The Quest to Meet, Baptist Builders Club at the Conference, Pastors and Wives Meeting, Golf Tournament, Ladies’ Luncheon, GARBC Family Barbeque, Corps Vets Reception.
Association Updates—Looking for a Pastor?, GARBC Staff Itineraries
Improving Your Ministry Skills—Best Ministry Workshops, Balanced Evangelism Seminars, School of Church Planting
Classifieds—Regular Baptist Press Employment: System administrator and web master, Seeking Referrals for NW Chicago Church Plant, College Seeking Admissions Counselor
Putting Others First: June 2009
Posted in June 2009, Putting Others First, e-INFO
Online Prayer Meetings
Two important prayer events are to take place in days leading to the 2009 GARBC Annual Conference, June 22-26. John Greening and Jim Vogel of the GARBC Resource Center invite pastors, agency leaders, and church members to join them for online prayer meetings on two consecutive Tuesdays, June 9 and June 16, from 10:30–11:00 a.m. (CT). Participants will be asking God to make the upcoming conference an extraordinary time of Biblical challenge, expanded ministry vision, outreach opportunities, and wonderful fellowship. You may sign-up for these prayer events by clicking here for June 9 and here for June 16.
Son Needs Pittsburgh Housing
David and Donna Todd , members of Chardon Baptist, Chardon, Ohio, are looking for a Christian family in the Pittsburgh area to host their seventeen-year-son, Jeremy, as he plays for the Pittsburgh Jr. Penguins Jr. B hockey team from the end of August until March. Jeremy has worked two jobs to earn money to pay the host family. He will need a non-smoking home due to allergies and asthma. The host families for hockey players provide a room for sleeping, meals, help with laundry, and supervision. Jeremy has his own computer and car. Donna, Jeremy’s mom writes, “We would appreciate any help you can provide in finding a host family for our son as he is very important to us” (Hebrews 13:2). You may contact the Todds at dndtodd@gmail.com, 440.285.8381.
Reaching Conference Community for Christ
Join Annual Conference attendees in giving a gospel witness in the nearby towns of Elyria and LaGrange, Ohio. An outreach opportunity is available during the conference week of June 22-26 for distributing cookies and inviting residents to attend Community Day services at two area churches in the GARBC. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights (4:45-6:30 p.m.) teams will be distributing cookies/invitations. Sign up now. Also you can participate by bringing home-made cookies to the Annual Conference for the distribution. The goal is to contact 6,000 homes. Contact Pastor Dan Simmons for more information.
GARBC Conference: June 2009
Posted in June 2009, GARBC Conference, e-INFO
Gospel Literature Services Luncheon
Receive an exciting update on the Lord’s great commission work around the world and meet international partners! Join Chris and Deb Hindal of GARBC International Ministries for a complimentary luncheon at the Annual Conference, Tuesday, June 23, 12:00–1:30 p.m. Limited seating is available. Click here to reserve your spot at the luncheon.
The Quest (Young Baptist Leaders) to Meet
Attention pastors under the age of forty:
You and your family are invited to a great time of fellowship and dinner on Tuesday evening, June 23rd, 5:00 p.m. at the GARBC Conference. Dinner will take place on the Conference site. (Rumor has it that “old guys” who want to connect with “young guys” may attend as well.) Let us know if you are interested in attending! Also on Tuesday morning, a workshop for The Quest will take place. Sign up for the dinner and enjoy connecting!
Baptist Builders Club at the Conference
Come, see us! All prospective and existing Baptist Builders Club (BBC) members are invited to stop by the BBC booth for an opportunity to win a digital photo frame. Baptist Builders Club has been helping churches since 1951. Witness the thrill of church #741 being presented with their “big check” during the Thursday morning general session!
Pastors and Wives Meeting
Jim and Jeannie Vogel will be meeting with pastors and wives on Wednesday at the Conference, 6:00 p.m. Don’t miss this time of special time of interaction! Pastors and wives, encourage one another in your work for the Lord. The first 250 pastors who register for the Conference receive a free set of valuable books.
Golf Tournament
Start the conference week off swinging! The annual nine-hole golf tournament will be held on Monday, June 22, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. $35 for green fees, cart, and prizes. Four golfers per team—any combination of men or women. Some rentals available, but best to bring your own clubs. Register with Kristen Nolan, 888.588.1600,ext. 803.
Ladies’ Luncheon
Spiritual renewal! Encouraging conversation! Delicious food! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 24, 12:00–1:30 p.m. Limited seating. Purchase your ticket when you register.
GARBC Family Barbeque
Great eats and warm fellowship await you! Wednesday, June 24, 5:00 p.m.
Cost is $10 for adults and $7 for children (grades 1–6). Purchase your ticket when you register.
Corps Vets Reception
Wednesday, June 24, after the evening service. Rub elbows with fellow veterans and hear GARBC Chaplaincy Director, John Murdoch, give an update on our Chaplains. More info to follow at the Chaplaincy Booth.
Association Updates:June 2009
Posted in June 2009, Association Updates, e-INFO
Looking for a Pastor?
Is your church in need of a pastor? The GARBC offers free-of-charge pastoral search assistance to churches in the Association. Jim Vogel, Associate National Representative, can help your church locate qualified candidates and assist you in organizing the search process. The pastoral search assistance is one of the many consultation services the GARBC provides for fellowshipping churches.
GARBC Staff Itineraries
John Greening
June 22, Council of Eighteen meeting, Grafton, Ohio
22-26, GARBC Annual Conference, Elyria, Ohio
Jim Vogel
June 22, Council of Eighteen meeting, Grafton, Ohio
22-26, GARBC Annual Conference, Elyria, Ohio
John Murdoch
June 22, Council of Eighteen meeting, Grafton, Ohio
22, Chaplains meeting, North Olmsted, Ohio
22-26, GARBC Annual Conference, Elyria, Ohio
Michael Nolan
22, Council of Eighteen meeting, Grafton, Ohio
22-26, GARBC Annual Conference, Elyria, Ohio
Chris Hindal
June 22, Council of Eighteen meeting, Grafton, Ohio
22-26, GARBC Annual Conference, Elyria, Ohio
28 - First Baptist, Wellington, Ohio (a.m.)
28 - Grace Baptist, Westlake, Ohio (p.m.)