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Conference Addresses “Unpacking Forgiveness”

mmeyer, April 29, 2019

Memorial Baptist Church hosted the 2019 Church and Culture Conference on “Unpacking Forgiveness,” the name of a book by Chris Brauns.

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Students Enjoy Baseball Theme Event at Kids4Truth Clubs

mmeyer, March 26, 2019

Olivet Baptist Church invited Marrena Ralph, Kids4Truth Clubs specialist, to lead a special Kids4Truth Clubs event.

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Church Ministries Conference Equips Leaders

mmeyer, March 25, 2019

The Grand Rapids Association of Regular Baptist Churches held its Annual Church Ministries Conference at Calvary Baptist Church.

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Camp Moose on the Loose a Hit at VBS

mmeyer, August 14, 2018

At Urbandale Baptist Church, Camp Moose on the Loose Vacation Bible School was a hit for “campers” and staff alike.

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Now Available: RBP Adult Curriculum in Spanish

agower, November 26, 2014

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 Spanish-speaking adults. EBI is now translating and contextualizing RBP’s Life Design curriculum. The result is a trustworthy curriculum line that has the potential for great influence.

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Free Webinar: “The Question Churches Rarely Ask”

ddouglass, September 30, 2014

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 and can no longer work? How could we take care of him financially and still have money in the budget to call a new pastor?”

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Regular Baptist Web Community Discusses Ladies’ Ministry How-tos

ddouglass, September 11, 2014

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

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Regular Baptist Web Community Kicks off with Pastors and Wives

agower, September 5, 2014

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 on Staying Fresh in Ministry in an upcoming cohort.

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VBS Students Enjoy Week on Arrow Island

mmeyer, July 30, 2014

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 …

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The Top 6 Areas of Pastoral Search Evaluation

Super Admin, July 15, 2013

The task of a pastoral search committee in a church isn’t what it used to be. It was never easy, but it seems to be …

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12 Turnoffs for Newcomers

Super Admin, May 23, 2013

Most church leaders are happy to see guests visit on Sunday. Sometimes they come as a result of a personal invitation. At other times, a …

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How to Turn Workers into Leaders

Super Admin, March 6, 2013

Here’s what I’ve discovered about leadership development: some of the best leaders I’ve worked with as a pastor had their start as workers. They didn’t …

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5 Things New Believers Need for Growth

Super Admin, January 4, 2013

The local church, by God’s design, has the responsibility of fostering spiritual growth. All that we do in worship, fellowship, service, and Bible study ought …

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Top 10 People Skills for Church Leaders

Super Admin, November 9, 2012

Church ministry is people ministry, and those of us who seek to sharpen our skills in this area will reap the rewards of greater support …

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12 Practical Ideas for Revitalizing the Sunday School

Super Admin, October 16, 2012

Although Sunday School ministry has been declining in recent decades, I’m not ready to give up on it. I still think the Sunday School is …

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Synergy Newsletter–Ministry Helps for You

agower, July 25, 2012

Synergy, a GARBC newsletter, contains practical ideas, helps, and encouragement–written for those in ministry by those in ministry. Though Synergy is out of print, it …

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Replenishing Pastors

Super Admin, May 4, 2012

8 things deacons can do to help their pastors stay balanced, healthy, and effective Never have the demands been greater or the pressures more stressful …

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Starting Points for Revitalizing Worship

Super Admin, March 1, 2012

12 Suggestions . . . First, a disclaimer: I’m not an expert on worship. I’ve had no significant training in music or the arts (although …

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Inside-Out Leadership

Super Admin, January 4, 2012

Successful church leadership is rooted in spiritual commitment. People who are walking with God, growing in their faith, demonstrating godly character, and seeking God’s guidance …

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7 Leadership Priorities for Churches in Pastoral Transition

Super Admin, November 1, 2011

Among my responsibilities as associate national representative of the GARBC is working with churches that are in pastoral transition. Much of that work focuses on …

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10 Ways to Promote Outreach Events

Super Admin, September 2, 2011

Sometimes our church outreach events are our community’s best kept secret. We do a great job planning them—safety clinics, classic car shows, sportsmen’s dinners, sports …

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Synergy: Benefits of Balance

agower, September 1, 2011

GARBC Newsletter for Your Ministry SEPTEMBER 2011 BALANCE—what does that word mean to you? The teeter-totter of life presents us with work vs. rest, patience …

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Building Your Ministry

agower, August 31, 2011

Accomplishing More by Slowing Down Slowing down is difficult. For me, it actually seems counterintuitive because I often get praised for thinking well on my …

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Home Front

agower, August 31, 2011

Give Me a Break! Facing a fall schedule that is jam-packed with activities and responsibilities? As the wife of a pastor who is also a …

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Ministry Toolbox

agower, August 31, 2011

8 Mistakes in Recruiting and Keeping Volunteers Where would we be without those faithful workers who regularly give of their time to serve in our …

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Reach Out

agower, August 31, 2011

Bringing the Church to Your Community “If your church closed down today, would your town know that you were gone? Would they miss you?” When …

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Student Ministries

agower, August 31, 2011

Preparing Teens for an International Missions Trip Youth leaders Nikolai and Kristi Payne recently returned from taking a team of 14 teens on an ambitious …

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Global Outlook

agower, August 31, 2011

Books for Internationals Do you have Bible study references books or other books in your library that you really don’t use? Has a loved one …

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Finding and Keeping Volunteers

Super Admin, July 5, 2011

8 Common Mistakes Church Leaders Make Where would we be without those faithful workers who regularly give of their time to serve in our churches? …

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Honey, I Shrunk the Membership!

Super Admin, March 1, 2011

In the first year of one of my pastorates, I removed about 200 people from the membership! It’s true—but let me explain. Although the church …

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Synergy: Working Together, Accomplishing More

agower, January 25, 2011

How do you define synergy? According to the Encarta dictionary, synergy is the working together of two or more people, organizations, or things, especially when …

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Global Outlook

agower, January 24, 2011

Why Not a Multiethnic Church? Could your church be multiethnic? Check how many nationalities live in your community. Go to http://www.peoplegroups.info/; click on your state; then go …

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Inward Look

agower, January 24, 2011

A Quiet Getaway for Pastors “Jesus made it a regular habit to get away from the crowds so He could reconnect with His Father. If …

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Reach Out

agower, January 24, 2011

10 Tips for Welcoming Visitors Most churches are thrilled to see visitors attend services. Often we can reach these people with the gospel; other times …

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Building Your Ministry

agower, January 24, 2011

Pastoral Fine Points Correct theology, passionate preaching, a heart for God, an emphasis on Christ, and good people skills are big matters essential to quality …

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Ministry Toolbox

agower, January 24, 2011

Handling a Crisis Pastors, along with chaplains, are called to respond to crisis situations. When leaving to handle a crisis, you don’t have time to …

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A Fourfold Foundation for Effective Preaching and Teaching

Super Admin, January 1, 2011

Good communication is a central part of a pastor’s role as a preacher and Bible teacher. It’s also an important skill in the ministry of …

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6 Reasons Visitors Come Back

Super Admin, October 28, 2010

We have plenty of guests in our services,” a church-planting pastor recently told me. “But they don’t seem to want to come back.” I’ve heard …

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Synergy: Sharpening Ministries by Sharing Ideas

agower, October 25, 2010

A great thing about the GARBC is the opportunity to network ministry ideas. As you read the following ideas from your ministry colleagues, be open …

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Building Your Ministry

agower, October 25, 2010

“It’s a Kick!” Community Soccer Camp We decided to begin using a community soccer camp in the summer when our pastor, Jon Jenks, observed the …

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Global Outlook

agower, October 25, 2010

Internet Missions Conference Over the past year our church has experimented with conversing during occasional morning worship services with individual missionaries via Skype. This software …

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Home Front

agower, October 25, 2010

Need to get away? About two hours northwest of Chicago, between Madison and Milwaukee, lies a secluded wooded retreat known as Cedarly Retreat Center. After …

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Ministry Toolbox

agower, October 25, 2010

Cardboard Testimonies Cardboard testimonies is a powerful tool that churches across the country are using to present and illustrate the power of the gospel. The following …

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Reach Out

agower, October 25, 2010

Speedway Evangelism Pastor Laird Baldwin, Bible Baptist Fellowship, Brookville, Ohio, shares the following account that may be an idea starter for outreach in your church: …

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Church Leaders and the Nursery

Super Admin, September 3, 2010

Wait! Don’t skip this page or merely pass it on to your nursery coordinator. Here’s why: While excellent child care has always been an important …

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Guest-sensitive Ministry

Super Admin, July 1, 2010

Most churches are thrilled to see visitors attend services. Often we can reach these people with the gospel; other times we can minister to them …

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8 Areas of Local Church Outreach

Super Admin, June 10, 2010

Every church should make evangelism a ministry priority. But getting organized and strategic is the challenge! Here’s my recommendation: Start with at least one initiative …

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Reach Out with Synergy! Spring Vol. 14-1

agower, March 25, 2010

Effective evangelism ideas are available to you in Synergy! This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. …

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Dear Friends,

agower, March 17, 2010

It’s spring! Chicks, calves, colts, kids, lambs, and bunnies–they’re all born in the spring. As you observe new life in the natural world, set your …

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Coffee Giveaway

agower, March 17, 2010

In everything our church plant does, we seek to implement our mission of putting God’s love in action by Biblically building worship, relationships, and churches. …

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Educational Resources FeedMarch 2010Reach OutSynergy

Outreach Top Ten

agower, March 17, 2010

Would you like to jump-start your church’s evangelism efforts? Pastor Robert Cowman shares outreach ideas in which your church people can easily participate. Plan now …

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Educational Resources FeedMarch 2010Reach OutSynergy

Community Cookout

agower, March 17, 2010

In a church-wide effort to reach and serve the community of Hobart, IN, Central Baptist Church hosts an annual Hobart Community Cookout. The event offers …

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Educational Resources FeedMarch 2010Reach OutSynergy

Outreach Webinar Coming Soon

agower, March 17, 2010

15 Summer Outreach Ideas That Any Church Can Implement! Webinar will be presented by Jim Vogel, GARBC associate national representative, on June 3. Drawing from …

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Dining Out Evangelism

agower, March 17, 2010

God Space: Naturally Creating Room for Spiritual Conversations, a book by Doug Pollock, offers suggestions for everyday opportunities to open conversations. The following conversation idea …

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Conversation Starters

agower, March 17, 2010

Our church studied the book One Thing You Can’t Do in Heaven by Mark Cahill. In the chapter “If They’re Breathing, They Need Jesus,” the …

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Educational Resources FeedMarch 2010Reach OutSynergy

Together We Can Evangelize More!

agower, March 17, 2010

Did you know you can access a multitude of evangelism ideas from past issues of the Synergy newsletter? Electronic issues of the Reach Out category …

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7 Practical Suggestions For Encouraging Congregational Unity

Super Admin, March 1, 2010

If I have learned anything about working with people in local churches, I’ve learned this: congregational unity is a fragile thing! One minute everything is …

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14 Questions to Assess Your Church’s Health

Super Admin, January 1, 2010

We all desire growing, healthy churches. But we know that such churches don’t automatically become that way. Healthy ministries result from the strategic efforts of …

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Dear friends,

agower, December 28, 2009

Teamwork– hard to live with it, but impossible to live without it! Our Resource Center staff is nearing the completion of a five-year RBP revision …

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The Ministry of Church Greeters

agower, December 28, 2009

Healthy churches recognize the need to welcome guests effectively as they arrive for Sunday services and special events.  Many enlist and train a group of …

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Building Your MinistryDecember 2009Educational Resources FeedSynergy
December 2009Educational Resources FeedMinistry ToolboxSynergy

“Manhattan Declaration” as a Learning Exercise

agower, December 28, 2009

The Manhattan Declaration drafted recently by “Orthodox, Catholics,  and Evangelical Christians” and signed by many has attracted considerable attention. Many notable leaders have weighed in …

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Helping Students Behave-Part 2

agower, December 28, 2009

Do you have Sunday School students who delight in causing mischief? If so, think for a moment about your practices as a teacher. You might …

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December 2009Educational Resources FeedReach OutSynergy

Phone Book Calling

agower, December 28, 2009

Our church connects with our community by calling residents listed in our local phone book. During our conversations, we ask how we can pray for …

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December 2009Educational Resources FeedReach OutSynergy

Ministering to Addicts

agower, December 28, 2009

Our church became interested in helping people with addictions in 2005, when former Pastor Greg Stine became burdened for our county. At that time Barron …

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Reaffirming the Church Covenant

agower, December 28, 2009

As part of the church’s installation service for their new pastor, Faith Baptist of Salem, Oregon, read their church covenant, affirming their intent to live …

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The Birth of Jesus was Right!

agower, December 28, 2009

The Birth of Jesus was Right, written by Pastor Stan Lightfoot of Rustic Hills Baptist in Colorado Springs, CO, is a good devotional thought that …

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Community Education and Cable Broadcasting Outreaches

agower, December 28, 2009

As a pastor, I have the responsibility of training and equipping our people with fresh ideas and utilizing technology that God has given to us. …

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Synergy! Illustrated

agower, December 28, 2009

“Together We Can Accomplish More” is the  mantra of the GARBC. John Wooden, pastor of First Baptist in New Berlin, WI, shares the story of …

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Large Print Bulletins

agower, December 28, 2009

Recently I realized a couple of our elderly attendees could not read the bulletin, prayer notes, or other handouts.   For the next printing of the …

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Family Devotions

agower, December 28, 2009

“What material do you and John use as a couple for devotions?” I received this email question from a young husband/pastor who was seeking suggestions …

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Fix-It Ministries

agower, December 28, 2009

Our little church is placed in the middle of an aging community. The local economy is worse than most, and the incident of single parents …

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10 Benefits of Not Planning

Super Admin, November 1, 2009

Here’s a thought. With all the talk these days of strategic planning and organizational church ministry, what would happen if we did church work without …

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Leader’s Digest: Don’t Miss This Holiday Outreach Opportunity

Super Admin, October 5, 2009

One of the most effective times for evangelistic outreach is Christmas Eve. Outreach pastors and evangelism ministry leaders agree on this: Unbelievers seem to be …

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10 Crucial Commitments of Effective Deacons

Super Admin, September 1, 2009

No church can be successful without committed leadership. It starts with pastors who are committed to the Word and the people they serve, but it …

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Summer Synergy for Your Ministry

agower, August 3, 2009

Recharge with Synergy!  This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. Written by ministry leaders for ministry …

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Dear friends,

agower, August 3, 2009

Recently our bathroom flooring gave way, requiring repair. Actually it became one of those projects that grew in scope beyond our imagination. Soon we realized …

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Women’s Ministries: Once Upon a Time Theme

agower, July 31, 2009

This year our women’s events are revolving around the theme, “Once upon a time….” Every six weeks we plan an event for women, which involves …

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Women’s Ministries: Pampered, Pink, and Pretty Night

agower, July 30, 2009

For an event to kick off and promote our fall Bible study,  our women’s ministry hosted a Pampered, Pink, and Pretty Night. We had make-up …

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Pastor and Deacon Commitment Statement

agower, July 29, 2009

As a pastor I sought to affirm a commitment annually among our leadership team of pastors and deacons  to our mutual ministry. This practice encouraged …

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Book Look: Believer’s Baptism

agower, July 29, 2009

Want a substantive book that addresses biblical material about baptism with precision and grace? Believer’s Baptism by Thomas Schreiner and Shawn Wright (B&H Academic, 2006) …

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The Importance of Background Checks

agower, July 29, 2009

Christ taught that children are important and that they need to be protected (Matt. 18:1-6). A church can never be too careful when it comes …

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Pastoral perspectives. . .

agower, July 29, 2009

In Praise of Little Places and Humble People Ever been to Omer, Michigan? It’s a town along Lake Huron not far from Tawas. I drove …

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Life in the Parsonage Column

agower, July 29, 2009

Pastor Laird Baldwin desires to encourage pastors and ministry leaders and their families. If you have a particular topic or dilemma related to pastors or …

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Christmas Program Outreach

agower, July 29, 2009

Now is a good time to start preliminary planning for your church’s Christmas program. Pastor Steve Poludinak describes the program used for outreach by Tri-County …

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God’s Provisions for Pastors…and Other People Too!

agower, July 29, 2009

In ministry certain periods of time may seem like drought experiences in our lives. However God’s Word reminds us of the Lord’s love and care …

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Helping Students Behave

agower, July 29, 2009

Do you have Sunday School students who enjoy poking their neighbors or making side comments? If so, you might help your students improve their behavior …

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10 Things You Should Know about Primaries

agower, July 29, 2009

Remember the old song, To Know You is to Love You? To know Primaries is to love them! Their enjoyment of small pleasures, enthusiasm for …

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Football Team Dinner

agower, July 29, 2009

Last fall our church hosted a team dinner for the local football team of Park Falls High School. Our people served chili to all the …

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Engaging Kids in Missions

agower, July 29, 2009

Are you looking for a way to get your children thinking missions? Gospel Literature Services is enlisting children to fill piggy banks and help send …

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First Steps in Church Safety and Security

Super Admin, May 1, 2009

Studies have confirmed a dramatic increase in crimes against church ministries in recent years. Tragically, dangers such as arson, child abuse, vandalism, assault or threats …

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7 Keys to a Great Marriage Ministry

Super Admin, March 1, 2009

Marriages are in trouble these days. Divorce rates remain high. Affairs and immorality abound. Many couples have unsatisfying relationships because of seemingly constant conflict, a …

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Synergy for You! Winter Vol. 13-3

agower, January 3, 2009

Start the New Year with Synergy!  This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. Written by ministry …

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Six Ways to Respond to a Budget Shortfall

Super Admin, January 1, 2009

During my years in the pastorate, I recall lots of financial ups and downs. At times the giving was great, and we ended the year …

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Good Read for the New Year!

agower, December 30, 2008

Energize with Synergy! View the Winter issue now. This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. Written …

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Dear friends,

agower, December 29, 2008

Happy New Year! As we ring in the new year, let’s improve with age! Older does not necessarily mean wiser. While gaining experience in serving …

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Attaining Personal Fulfillment

agower, December 29, 2008

“You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore” (Psalm 16:11). Today …

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5 Basics for your Church Accounting Practice

agower, December 29, 2008

In this day of well-publicized corporate financial misdealings, the church should be a shining model of integrity and precision in its financial  record keeping. The …

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Women’s Ministries: Making Connections

agower, December 29, 2008

This women’s ministry idea shared by Grandview Park Baptist Church, Des Moines, Iowa, can be used as a tool to improve publicity and promote connections …

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Improving Your Church’s Visibility from the Road

agower, December 29, 2008

A well-designed church sign can result in increased visitor foot traffic to your church. Make sure your outdoor sign is an asset to your church, …

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Student Ministries: Living Out Love (LOL)

agower, December 29, 2008

A New Perspective on Junior High Bible Studies When I was in junior high, the last thing I wanted to do was sit in a …

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Children’s Ministries: Good Teaching Practices

agower, December 29, 2008

“Come in and learn about God!” You may not say those words as students enter your classroom, but your teaching practices should definitely communicate that …

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Children’s Ministries: Your Classroom Teaches Too!

agower, December 29, 2008

When you hear the word “teacher,” what picture comes to mind? Perhaps you visualize a favorite teacher from your past or yourself with a lively …

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The Bible in 50 Words

agower, December 29, 2008

God made Adam bit Noah arked Abraham split Joseph ruled Jacob fooled Bush talked Moses balked Pharaoh plagued People walked Sea divided Tablets guided Promise …

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8 Questions to Ask Deacons before They Serve

agower, December 29, 2008

It’s hard to know specifically what Paul meant in 1 Timothy 3:10 when he said to let the deacons “first be tested.” As a pastor, …

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Deacon Care Groups

agower, December 29, 2008

Deacon care groups are a great way to get our families and individuals into smaller settings and develop friendships, as well as share joys and …

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Don’t Miss This Holiday Outreach Opportunity

Super Admin, November 1, 2008

…Consider Doing Evangelism on Christmas Eve This year! One of the most effective times for evangelistic outreach is Christmas Eve. Outreach pastors and evangelism ministry …

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The Top 5 Mistakes of Pulpit Committees

Super Admin, September 1, 2008

The process of finding the man of God’s choosing for pastoral leadership in a church is a challenging one. In independent churches like ours, the …

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Synergy: July 2008

agower, July 16, 2008

Summer sizzles with Synergy! View the July issue now. This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. …

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Dear Friends,

agower, July 16, 2008

Summer is sometimes associated with “summer reads”- books with lighter, fluffy content. While it is good to take time for rest and relaxation, the summer …

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Planning toward Spiritual Growth

agower, July 16, 2008

In my work as a United Parcel Service supervisor, I have seen that company leaders know the business they’re in and that they have measuring …

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Women’s Fall Kick-off Banquet

agower, July 16, 2008

Our Women’s Missionary Fellowship (WMF) ministry kicks off each September with our All Daughters Banquet. We enjoy a meal and a program in which we …

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Multi-faceted Women’s Ministries

agower, July 16, 2008

In the last three years, our ladies’ ministries have been brought under one umbrella called First Women’s Ministries. We have the following ministries by and …

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How to Make a Great Church Website

agower, July 16, 2008

In my technology role at the GARBC Resource Center, I oversee 25+ websites. Over the last several years there has been a shift in website …

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Community Relationship-building Event

agower, July 16, 2008

In my work as a Youth Summit community sponsor I help teens in the local school develop leadership projects that benefit our community. The students …

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Prayer Boosters

agower, July 16, 2008

As sisters in Christ, it’s good to prompt each other to pray. The following suggestions are two simple ideas that can multiply the prayer effort …

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Using PowerPoint Effectively

agower, July 16, 2008

Nothing kills an audience’s interest faster than spotting the words “Slide 1 of 101” on the first screen of a PowerPoint presentation. As a pastor …

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Picturing the Flow of Scripture

agower, July 16, 2008

It is always a challenge to get kids to see “the big picture” of God’s working throughout Biblical history. The Hero of each Bible story—whether …

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LEGO MY Eggo Children’s Activity

agower, July 16, 2008

Children at our church enjoyed a LEGO My Eggo activity and meal. We divided the children into three groups according to LEGO skill level. For …

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The View from the Road

Super Admin, July 1, 2008

My top 8 suggestions about outdoor church signs Have one! The name of the church in big letters on the side of the building isn’t …

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Do You See What They See?

Super Admin, May 1, 2008

How a Pleasing Exterior Attracts Your Community Real estate professionals know that initial impressions can be huge factors for potential buyers. What a home looks …

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Ten Marks of Spiritually Mature Church Leaders

Super Admin, March 1, 2008

Perhaps you’ve heard the story about the pastor who got into an angry argument with a disgruntled deacon in the lobby after church one Sunday. …

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Synergy: February 2008

agower, February 11, 2008

Warm up your brain cells this winter! Synergy is ready for your viewing! This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great …

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Christmas Eve Services

agower, February 11, 2008

During the recent Christmas season, many churches hosted Christmas Eve services in which they reflected on the gift of Jesus Christ, and shared the gospel …

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Women’s Hobby Outreach

agower, February 11, 2008

Do ladies in your church have special hobbies? Why not turn their hobbies into outreach opportunities? The format is simple: Women get together once or …

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Intentional Training of Deacons

agower, February 11, 2008

Often deacons begin serving in their office with little training or experience, nor do they possess a working knowledge of Baptist history and distinctives. As …

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The Emerging Church Movement’s Impact on Worship

agower, February 11, 2008

In this age of postmodernism, much has been said about the emerging church movement. This movement has influenced the way believers do church, read and …

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Child Dedication Service

agower, February 11, 2008

Recently my husband and I attended a child dedication service at Faith Baptist Church, Winfield, Illinois, in which our grandson and our daughter and her …

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Observations during Interim Ministries

agower, February 11, 2008

A well-respected and loved veteran pastor, Joe Bower, has spent the latter portion of his ministry career in helping churches during times between pastors. He …

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Preaching Contemporary Issues

agower, February 11, 2008

Many people today doubt the relevance of God’s Word. They would rather read USA Today, Time, or Newsweek than the Bible. They believe that the …

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Dedication Letter for Child

agower, February 11, 2008

Dear Olivia, Happy Birthday! I am writing this letter to you on the day of your Parent-Child Dedication at Faith Baptist Church. As you read …

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5 Ways to Get Out of Your Rut and into Your Community

agower, February 11, 2008

Everybody can do it! Is your church small? Does it have limited resources? That’s our church, but our bridge-building and outreach can go against the …

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Dear Friends,

agower, February 11, 2008

We are writing this note from home today due to an intense blizzard that has paralyzed the greater Chicago area. The GARBC Resource Center is …

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Man to Man Ministry

agower, February 11, 2008

Our Man to Man ministry is designed to provide accountability and encouragement to men in the church. We want men to have good friends and …

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From My Heart to Yours

agower, February 11, 2008

A greeting from Jeannie Vogel, GARBC women’s ministries coordinator: Hi! Allow me to introduce myself. I am a recent addition to the staff at the …

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Effective Reading of Scripture

agower, February 11, 2008

As I hear the Scriptures being read publicly, I shudder at the lack of preparation that sometimes precedes the oral reading of God’s Word. Paul …

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Three Things Every Church Should Do in Managing Its Finances

Super Admin, January 1, 2008

Most churches I know have challenges with money. It’s a continual burden for church leaders in the light of increasing costs and the failure of …

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Synergy: October 2007

agower, October 2, 2007

Autumn Synergy is ready for your viewing! This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. Renew your …

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Dear Friends,

agower, October 1, 2007

What’s going on at your church? Probably a full schedule of ministry happenings! The fall brings busyness. We must ask ourselves, are we choosing that …

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Learning Biblical Distinctives of Baptist Churches

agower, October 1, 2007

How well do your church people know the Biblical Distinctives of Baptist churches? Biblical Distinctives of Baptists may not be well known among all of …

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Answers to Biblical Distinctives of Baptist Churches Quiz

agower, October 1, 2007

1. TRUE. When we use the term, Baptist Distinctives, we are not referring to church traditions that are rooted in cultural norms or individual church …

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A Teaching Covenant

agower, October 1, 2007

Do your Sunday School teachers communicate God’s Word clearly and accurately and live in a manner consistent with the content they teach? To help teachers …

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Teacher’s Statement of Ministry

agower, October 1, 2007

[YOUR CHURCH NAME] EDUCATIONAL MINISTRY TEACHER’S STATEMENT OF MINISTRY As a teacher in the ministry of [your church name], it is my desire that God …

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Making the Church Budget Part of Your Sermon

agower, October 1, 2007

Boring! That’s what many church members say about church budget presentations. Budgets contain lists of details that may seem tedious and complex to the average …

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Chaplains Open Ministry Doors

agower, October 1, 2007

Fire and police departments, hospitals, nursing homes, corporations, sports teams—all are venues that are many times open to the ministry of a chaplain. Help your …

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Camper Gives Back

agower, October 1, 2007

Have people in your church been blessed by the ministry of a Regular Baptist Camp? Encourage those people to give back to the camp by …

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For Women (and Men who Cook!)

agower, October 1, 2007

Need a quick recipe for the next church potluck? Try whipping up this easy-to-make moist cake. Happy Autumn! One Bowl Apple Cake 24 servings Cake …

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Refreshing Retreat

agower, October 1, 2007

Looking for a retreat get-away that’s affordable and in peaceful setting? The Rivendel Retreat in Deposit, NY, is available to pastors and missionaries (75% discount), …

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Boosting a Missionary

agower, October 1, 2007

On-field missionaries experience loneliness, fatigue, and ministry challenges—many of the same challenges as stateside pastors and wives experience. Missionaries could use a boost, a friendly …

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GARBC Literature Items Available

agower, October 1, 2007

The Regular Baptist Resource Center often receives requests from individuals desiring to obtain the Association’s Literature Items. These historical documents, written by former leaders of …

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Biblical Distinctives of Baptist Churches Quiz

agower, September 26, 2007

How well do you know the Biblical Distinctives of Baptists? Circle the correct answer. (Answers and rationales are available.) T F 1. Baptist Distinctives are …

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Synergy: June 2007

agower, June 4, 2007

Summer Synergy has arrived! This GARBC e-newsletter for pastors and wives and ministry leaders provides great ideas for your ministry. Renew your thinking by reading …

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Dear Friends,

agower, June 4, 2007

“When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.” Can you relate to this quote by President Franklin D. …

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11 Ways to Encourage Traveling Missionaries

agower, June 4, 2007

Pre-field and supported missionaries travel many hours, take great effort, and exert much energy in ministering to churches. Encourage traveling missionaries by extending the following …

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Do They Love Me?

agower, June 4, 2007

Do you ever want people to love you, but instead they are mean to you, or worse, don’t even notice you? I admit it—I like …

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Open Cupboard Ministry

agower, June 4, 2007

Our body of believers is a small church that reaches out to its community in a big way. On the third Saturday of every month, …

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Gladness and Grief

agower, June 4, 2007

“From the ends of the earth we have heard songs: Glory to the righteous! But I said, I am ruined, ruined! Woe to me!” (Isaiah …

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7 Ways to Keep Love Alive

agower, June 4, 2007

Lessons I’ve learned—sometimes the hard way! Those of us who are married recognize the tendency we have to become complacent, selfish, and even unloving in …

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Karate for Christ

agower, June 4, 2007

Capitalizing on our community’s interest in karate, our church has found a unique evangelism opportunity through the Karate for Christ program. Our mission is to …

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Training Deacons

agower, June 4, 2007

Deacons often need help in knowing how to provide leadership and effectively serve the church. The following paragraph from a newsletter by Pastor Roger Ridley, …

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Love and Respect Seminar

agower, June 4, 2007

Our church is using Love and Respect Seminars to facilitate a new ministry that provides help to husbands and wives for improving their marriage relationship. …

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Synergy – Jan. 2007

agower, January 29, 2007

Synergy, a GARBC e-newsletter, provides practical ministry ideas and helps. Written by ministry leaders and pastors and wives for their colleagues, Synergy articles are church-tested. …

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Dear Friends,

agower, January 25, 2007

Greeting We recently had the opportunity to share the gospel with a man with whom we were conducting personal business. We had listened to him …

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Assimilating People into Your Church

agower, January 25, 2007

Building Your Ministry At times it may be difficult for church visitors to know how to get started in their Christian walk or how to …

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Serving in the Rain—Going All Out for Visitors

agower, January 25, 2007

Reach Out Sneak Preview of a Baptist Bulletin article by Jeff Hodgin They were a young couple in their early-to-mid twenties. He carried the baby …

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Sunday School Contest

agower, January 25, 2007

Building Your Ministry For five consecutive years our church, First Baptist Church, Bronson, Michigan, has held an annual Sunday School contest during the month of …

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Raising Continuing Education Money

agower, January 25, 2007

Idea Exchange Continuing education might seem costly—but ignorance is more expensive. Here are five ways to build support and funds so you and your team …

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When is it Time to Leave the Ministry?

agower, January 25, 2007

Inward Look January is often the month when the GARBC Resource Center receives résumés from pastors who think the Lord may be leading them to …

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Video Testimonies of Baptism Candidates

agower, January 25, 2007

Idea Exchange During baptismal services our church shows the testimonies of baptismal candidates on video. As the believer enters the water, screens in the front …

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Perilous Procrastination

agower, January 25, 2007

Ministry Toolbox She said procrastination was the cause of all my sorrow. I don’t know what that big word means. . . . I’ll look …

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Mapping Visitors

agower, January 25, 2007

Reach Out In our church’s efforts to improve our follow-up of visitors, we found a city map to be a helpful tool. When originally attempting …

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How to Connect with the Unsaved

agower, January 25, 2007

Reach Out When listening to a sermon recently, I was stirred by this statement: “The unsaved are not our enemy, they are our mission field.” …

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Dear Friends

agower, October 17, 2006

“Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). In a world of quick fixes, we find ourselves wanting shorter wait times to see …

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Developing Reproducers

agower, October 17, 2006

Ministry Toolbox In 2 Timothy 2:2 the apostle Paul instructed young pastor Timothy, ”And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, …

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Children’s Catechism Club

agower, October 17, 2006

Children’s Ministries Our small church has been blessed with a large number of children. Through the years we have noticed the availability of programs designed …

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The Huge Importance of Small Groups

agower, October 17, 2006

Building Your Ministry Small group ministry is not a passing fad. Have you read the stats? “2 out of 5 adults in the United States …

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Gas Buy Down

agower, October 17, 2006

Reach Out Facilitating a gas buy-down event is simple; the most difficult part is securing a venue for the event. I approached gas stations, saying, …

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Making Friends in the Marketplace

agower, October 17, 2006

Reach Out At a conference of the Wisconsin Association of Regular Baptist Churches, Pastors Pete Mothershead and Scott Bixby challenged and instructed us in the …

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Home-Style Christmas

agower, October 17, 2006

Holiday Focus When people think of Christmas, their thoughts often go toward home and family. In planning our church’s Christmas calendar, we wanted to incorporate …

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Christmas Presents for Jesus

agower, October 17, 2006

Holiday Focus Since Christmas is Jesus’ birthday, I desired to provide a realistic way for our people to give a gift to Jesus. Jesus said, …

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Church Welcome at Welcome Center

agower, October 17, 2006

Idea Exchange A beautiful, full-color brochure, “LeClaire Baptist Church—Discovering Life at Its Best,” caught my husband’s and my attention while visiting an Iowa Welcome Center …

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A Surfing Perspective

agower, October 17, 2006

Inward Look If ignorance is bliss, then when it comes to computer technology and surfing the Web, I must be the happiest man alive. At …

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Dear Friends

agower, June 17, 2006

Summer is a great time for much needed R & R. We hope you will give yourselves a breather. Remember—laziness may be a sin, but …

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Looking Toward Sunday e-mail

agower, June 17, 2006

Building Your Ministry A Looking Toward Sunday e-mail notice allows me to communicate with our church people on Thursday about our upcoming Sunday services so …

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Handling Stressful Times

agower, June 17, 2006

Inward Look Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the demands of ministry, family, and financial responsibilities? Craig Golden, state representative for the Empire State Fellowship …

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Missions Conference Ideas: a personalized invitation

agower, June 17, 2006

Global Outlook As our missions conference approaches, the president of our ladies’ missionary group prepares for each Sunday School class a conference packet containing an …

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Summer Reading Challenge

agower, June 17, 2006

Idea Exchange Summer is a good time to focus your congregation on good influences by promoting a summer reading challenge. A reading program is versatile; …

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Persistent Perils

agower, June 17, 2006

Ministry Toolbox 2 Corinthians 11:23–28 Paul reminds us that physical, emotional, and spiritual peril during the pastor’s or missionary’s earthy sojourn is to be expected. …

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PreEm Prom Alternative

agower, June 17, 2006

Student Ministries PreEm is a formal event our church hosts to provide a healthy atmosphere for fellowship among Christian teens (ninth through twelfth grades) as …

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5th Sunday Praise Service

agower, June 17, 2006

Idea Exchange Four times a year, there are five Sundays in one month. When this occurs, our church does something different to add spice to …

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Singspiration

agower, June 17, 2006

Idea Exchange Our area GARBC churches get together whenever a fifth Sunday occurs in a month for a Sunday evening Singspiration. Different churches take turns …

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Family FunFest

agower, June 17, 2006

Reach Out Our church sponsors an annual Family FunFest, offered free of charge to the surrounding community. A 5K run starts the day with approximately …

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Ladies’ Day Off

agower, June 17, 2006

Women’s Ministries Ladies’ Retreats are a great thing, but unchurched women will not usually attend them. To offer an event that appealed to community ladies …

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Recognizing Public Servants

agower, June 17, 2006

Reach Out As a volunteer chaplain for our local fire department, I have witnessed many things our public servants deal with day by day. It …

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Dear Friends,

agower, February 24, 2006

Greeting Often the beginning of a new year prompts us to reconsider our ministry goals. As we seek the Lord’s guidance for the upcoming year, …

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Welcoming a New Pastor

agower, February 23, 2006

Idea Exchange When each of our two associate pastors joined our staff, we did the things most churches do—provided a good crew to help unload …

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Celebrating Your Church’s Anniversary

agower, February 23, 2006

Idea Exchange For our church’s 150th anniversary, we desired to recognize the Lord’s faithfulness and to celebrate our shared history. Our planning committee began working …

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Cottage Prayer Meetings

agower, February 23, 2006

Building Your Ministry Cottage prayer meetings provide a relaxed setting that encourages church members to pray. For three consecutive months, all ages of our church …

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Writing a Wednesday Night Article

agower, February 23, 2006

Building Your Ministry Writing a Wednesday Night Article allows me to communicate a Christian worldview and to provide a change of pace for our Wednesday …

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Failure is an Event-Not a Person!

agower, February 23, 2006

Inward Look Failure is a common experience shared by all who serve in ministry. May this article as it appeared in a series in the …

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Advice for Young Pastors

agower, February 23, 2006

Ministry Toolbox Even if you’ve been in ministry for years, this counsel serves as a good reminder of a pastor’s high calling. Call of the …

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Mission Conference Ideas

agower, February 23, 2006

Global Outlook Churches of the Northwest Association of Regular Baptist Churches know how to do missions conferences! Read on to discover conference ideas from Bits …

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Dear Friends,

agower, October 26, 2005

Greeting Developing the educational environment of your church is a challenging task. People in your church represent a variety of ages, spiritual maturity levels, learning …

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Connecting with Missionaries

agower, October 25, 2005

Global Outlook Our church is like many churches that struggle financially. We still desire to encourage missionaries! When missionaries phone to inquire about scheduling a …

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Exposing the Myth: It’s not important to be part of a fellowship of churches

agower, October 25, 2005

Ministry Toolbox John Donne, a minister and poet, wrote, “No man is an island entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, …

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Through the Bible Challenge

agower, October 25, 2005

Inward Look Scott Kigar, associate and discipleship pastor of First Baptist Church, Rochester, Michigan, granted us permission to publish the following article from Direction, his …

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Using Prayer Prompts

agower, October 25, 2005

Idea Exchange To enhance our Wednesday evening prayer time, we encourage people to bring in newspaper or internet news items as prayer requests. These national …

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Ministry Fair

agower, October 24, 2005

Building Your Ministry Our church participated in a campaign in which we considered the Biblical purposes of individual believers within a local church body. As …

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Surprise Lessons

agower, October 24, 2005

Children’s Ministries While I was serving as a youth pastor, my senior pastor impressed upon me the importance of giving children focus and attention during …

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Reaching Unchurched Mothers

agower, June 25, 2005

Women’s Ministries The women of Piecemakers, our church’s ladies’ quilting group, use their love of quilting to make baby quilts, not only for babies in …

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Fiesta de Futbol

agower, June 25, 2005

Reach Out Our church’s community has the highest percentage of Hispanic people of any county in Michigan; many are full-time residents. Since soccer (futbol to …

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Cruise-In

agower, June 25, 2005

Reach Out Our church looks for ways to gain an audience for the gospel. Recently we hosted our first Cruise-In, a Saturday afternoon classic vehicle …

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When Missionaries Call…

agower, June 25, 2005

Global Outlook Pastors regularly get phone calls from missionaries on deputation requesting a meeting in the church. Many pastors report more requests than could possibly …

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Protecting Your Pastor

agower, June 25, 2005

Building Your Ministry Protecting pastors from harm is an important aspect of the church’s pastoral care. The following considerations may be helpful as your church …

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Mission Opportunities Get-Together

agower, June 25, 2005

Global Outlook Our church has developed a special bond with several Jamaican pastors and wives. Recently three pastors and two wives from Jamaica ministered at …

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Concert in the Park

agower, June 25, 2005

Reach Out As a new church plant in a small county-seat town, we have capitalized on the availability of a quaint park and a pavilion …

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11 Ways to Promote Camp in Your Church

agower, June 25, 2005

Idea Exchange Camp experiences are unique and effective opportunities for the transforming work of Christ in the lives of youth. Would you like to see …

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Dear Friends,

agower, June 25, 2005

Greeting It’s summertime-bike-riding, walking-in-the-park, talking-to-your-neighbors time. Summer offers unique opportunities to share the gospel with people in your community. In this issue of Synergy, three …

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Becoming More Like Christ

agower, June 24, 2005

Ministry Toolbox “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin …

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Synergy Archives

agower, January 25, 2005

Current Issue Synergy, a GARBC e-newsletter, provides practical ministry ideas and helps. Written by ministry leaders and pastors and wives for their colleagues, Synergy articles …

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