Emmanuel Baptist Church, Toledo, Ohio, ordained Dan Neighbors Jan. 26.
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Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary welcomed David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, to its campus January 19–20, where several speaking assignments awaited him. In an informal evening session,...
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David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, began his ministry travels in the new year by presenting Regular Baptist Ministries and preaching at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Des Moines, Iowa, January 8….
The Northeast Fellowship hosted a Twogether marriage retreat December 27–28. Sessions highlighted how God equips and encourages as couples live together (treating each other well in everyday ways), lift together…
by Jeff Bartz At 8 p.m. on December 23 my church, Grace Baptist Church, Batavia, New York, was designated a storm shelter for stranded travelers seeking refuge from powerful Winter…
“Unwanted” was the theme of the fun-filled three-day Winter Camp at Victory Ranch, Moreno Valley, California. A total of 57 middle and high school students participated. Adam Espinoza, pastor of…
Jean Lumeree, a pastor’s wife, died Nov. 28, 2022. She was 103. Jean was a 1939 graduate of Baptist Bible Seminary, then in Johnson City, New York. She married Don…
First Baptist Church of Lagrange, Ohio, ordained its associate pastor, Luke Williams, Nov. 20. Speaking in the ordination service were Noel Hack, pastor of First Baptist; Mark Abbott, one of…
Richard Blades, former state representative of the DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship, died December 16. He was 82. Richard served as pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Georgetown, Delaware, for 35 years; chairman…
The Central California Association of Regular Baptist Churches held its annual meeting at Grace Baptist Church of Paso Robles Dec. 1–2. The CCARBC is one of three regional associations in…
With the new year comes a new season of ministry for the Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches. Ken Floyd retired as executive ministry director Dec. 31. He had served…
Ladies at Soteria Des Moines enjoyed a Christmas dinner together Dec. 2. The event included a catered meal, music, and testimonies. Volunteers each decorated a table and provided place settings….
In Sebring, Florida, Maranatha Baptist Church and Maranatha Village are sharing the joy and meaning of Christmas. The church choir and residents of Maranatha Village, a retirement community, went Christmas…
The last several weeks have brought home state speaking engagements for David Strope, GARBC interim national representative. In his home state of Iowa, he preached and presented Regular Baptist Ministries…
Evangel Baptist, Bradenton, Florida, taught the true meaning of Christmas by creating a drive-through Bethlehem. Driving or walking around Evangel Baptist’s property, the church family and community visited Bethlehem “like…
Ohio Women for Missions, a ministry of the Ohio Association of Regular Baptist Churches, met for its annual retreat Nov. 9–10. Gathering at the Carlisle Inn in Sugarcreek, Ohio, the…
After three years of dedication and hard work to reach India, Damascus Road Bible Institute accomplished its dream of starting a campus in Ongole, India. The school ordained students in…
Maranatha Village, Sebring, Florida, is “thankful for God’s sustaining protection” not only after Hurricane Ian this fall but also after a hurricane in 2017. In 2017, “Hurricane Irma visited Maranatha…
West Windsor (New York) Baptist Church ordained its assistant pastor, Christian Mickey, Nov. 19. Christian has served at West Windsor Baptist Church since 2017. That year he also earned a…
Faith Fellowship Baptist Church, Kansas City, Missouri, celebrated two milestones: the 50th anniversary of the church and the 25th ministry anniversary of its pastor, Ulysses Bestey Sr. Gathering at the…
Linda Brooks, president and CEO of Baptist Children’s Home, celebrated 40 years of ministry to children and families with BCH.
First Baptist Church, Creston, Iowa, celebrated its 150th anniversary Oct. 27–30. First Baptist Church began as a Sunday School that met in a schoolhouse. Those members organized the Sunday School…
First Baptist Church, Wyoming, New York, installed Alex Nobles as associate pastor. In the installation service Sept. 18, Brian King, director of the Northeast Fellowship, shared a challenge to Alex…
Faith Baptist Church, Elida, Ohio, celebrated 50 years of ministry Sept. 25. “We’re praising the Lord for the beginnings and the continuation of His blessings on the ministry here in…
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is unique in many ways. One of those ways is that instead of simply taking a fall break each year, it hosts a…
First Baptist Church, Brownsdale, Minnesota, ordained Ben Simons Oct. 16. He has been pastor of First Baptist since July 2018. Ben is a 2011 Pastoral Studies graduate of Faith Baptist…
Faith Baptist Church, Amherst, Ohio, ordained Cory Prosowski, associate pastor of the church. Pastors in the Hebron, Ohio, area attended to ask Cory questions during the ordination process. Alex VanCuran,…
First Baptist Church, Johnson City, New York, hosted the Northeast Fellowship’s Renew Women’s Conference Sept. 23–24. Speaking on “Psalm 23 and Me,” Karen Smith, dean of women at Word of…
Cornerstone Church, Hemet, California, installed Glen Schaumloeffel as pastor. He officially began Oct. 3. Glen previously served as vice president of college relations and dean of students at Montana Bible…
Slater (Iowa) Baptist Church has called Jason Conable to serve as associate pastor of youth and children’s ministries. He and his wife, Kaylin, have been part of the church family…
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is excited to launch an emphasis in Christian camp ministry. This emphasis, part of the school’s Local Church Discipleship Ministries Program, will focus…
Rod Bradley has retired after serving as pastor of True Bible Baptist Church, Des Moines, Iowa, for two decades. The church honored Rod and his wife, Teresa, with a banquet…
Walter William McDonald, a pastor, died Oct. 14. He was 86. Walter was a church planter since 1988. He was pastor of Providence Baptist Church, Tallahassee, Florida, for at least…
Good News Baptist Church in Grand Rapids welcomed David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, to its services Oct. 16. He preached on “Pillars of a Healthy Church” and shared a…
Pastor Roger McCarty of First Baptist Community Church, Monte Sereno, California, had the privilege of visiting missionaries his church supports in Bangladesh and Thailand. “Laboring in difficult places can become…
Damascus Road Community Baptist Church, Cockeysville, Maryland, celebrated its second graduation of students at the church’s Bible institute in Benin, Nigeria. The 20 graduates include 17 men who are now…
Regular Baptist Ministries is moving this month! The home office of Regular Baptist Ministries, including the GARBC, has been located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, since 2015. In a time when…
David Strope and Kerry Watkins enjoyed another online meeting with pastors and other ministry leaders of GARBC churches. David is interim national representative of the GARBC, and Kerry is director…
The Silicon Valley of Northern California was the site of David Strope’s ministry Oct. 7–9. David, GARBC interim national representative, visited First Baptist Community Church, Monte Sereno, California. Speaking at…
In Florida, Regular Baptist churches and a retirement community are recovering after Hurricane Ian. Daniels Road Baptist Church, Fort Myers, Florida, thanks its members who helped out at a hurricane…
Regular Baptist Ministries staff members Mark Johnson and Kerry Watkins spent a day at Corban University, Salem, Oregon, planning for the 2023 GARBC Conference that will be held there June…
Jack Dowden retired from Emmanuel Baptist Church, Flint, Michigan, where he has been pastor to seniors since 1995. The church honored Jack and his wife, Nancy, Oct. 2. Gathering for…
Soteria Des Moines, West Des Moines, Iowa, welcomed David and Debbie Strope to its worship services Oct. 2. David is interim national representative of the GARBC. During the church’s three…
Daniels Road Baptist Church, Fort Myers, Florida, made it through the hurricane, but there are too many issues to overcome for the church to host the Sunshine Baptist Fellowship Fall…
NEGAUNEE, Mich.—Kerry Watkins, director of church engagement for the GARBC, had the pleasure of meeting with pastors of GARBC churches in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan Sept. 27. A few…
ALTOONA, Iowa—David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, enjoyed a day of ministry at Altoona Regular Baptist Church Sept. 25. Pastor Josh and Krista Robinson and their four children…
MARILLA, N.Y.—David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, enjoyed a day of ministry at First Baptist Church Sept. 11. He preached on “God’s First Model Church” from Acts 2, shared a…
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa.—The Clarks Summit University Alumni Association has named Steve Viars, pastor of Faith Church, Lafayette, Indiana, Alumnus of the Year. The awards ceremony will take place during the…
VENTURA, Iowa—Iowa Regular Baptist Camp hosted two events for the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches: Women’s Renew and Men’s Revive. Nearly 600 women gathered Sept. 9–10 for Renew. Joan…
FORT MYERS, Fla.—Daniels Road Baptist honored and showed its appreciation for its local fire department. The church family collected snack items for the fire department and delivered them Sept. 11….
ALLEGAN, Mich.—Maynard Belt, a longtime ministry leader in Michigan, died Sept. 11. He was 81. Maynard was president of the Fellowship of Missions since 2011. Previously he was state representative…
CRESTON, Iowa—David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, spoke at First Baptist Church Sept. 4. Speaking on 1 Corinthians 1, he challenged the congregation to be a healthy church….
OSWEGO, Ill.—Harvest New Beginnings welcomed David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, to preach Aug. 13 and 14. Harvest New Beginnings holds three identical services: one on Saturday evening…
ROCHESTER, Minn.—Calvary Baptist Church has called Jonathan Eads as associate pastor. He will be serving with Greg Linscott, who has been pastor of the church since May 2021. For the…
ANKENY, Iowa—Ankeny Baptist Church has installed Jason Blunk as pastor. Jason has a long-standing relationship with Ankeny Baptist Church, having attended and served there throughout his childhood and adult years….
MORENO VALLEY, Calif.—Victory Ranch hosted its 2022 Summer Camp program focusing on the theme “Fearless.” “In a world where the mainstream media, social media, and public officials are promoting fear,…
The Sunshine Baptist Fellowship will be hosting a three-day conference Oct. 16–18 at Daniels Road Baptist Church in Fort Myers, Florida.
LOWELL, Mich.—The day before the GARBC Conference in Grand Rapids, David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, preached at First Baptist Church, Lowell, Michigan. First Baptist had sent its…
First Baptist Church held its Creativity and the Christian Conference Saturday, June 11.
The Northeast Fellowship planned a retreat for married couples from its churches.
Online meetings with GARBC administrative leaders are helping pastors better understand the purpose and ministry of the GARBC.
Faith Baptist Church welcomed David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, to speak June 19.
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church welcomed David Strope, GARBC interim national representative, to speak June 12.
Celebrating the end of the school year, Fellowship Baptist Church partnered with an elementary school half a block away to host an event for families.
At Vermillion Baptist Church, pastor’s wife Elizabeth Bird teaches culinary arts classes for children, a ministry that is “not for profit but for passion,” she says.
“Training the Next Generation of Pastors” was the theme for the Conference on the Church for God’s Glory May 23.
On May 20, 2022, the Southern Baptist Convention released the report of an independent investigation by Guidepost Solutions. Guidepost investigated allegations of sexual abuse within the SBC by pastors, lay leaders, denomination officials, and the SBC Executive Committee’s handling of these allegations.
In Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, Filipino Gracetoration Christian Fellowship held a dedication service celebrating the start of this church.
Orchard Baptist Church knows that like-minded churches that partner together become stronger and healthier.
The California Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its Annual Bible Conference May 9–11 at Orchard Baptist Church.
ANKENY, Iowa—During its commencement ceremony May 6, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary awarded an honorary doctor of divinity degree to David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC….
Camp Manitoumi welcomed Eric Lloyd as the camp’s first ever program director.
On the evening of May 1, churches of the Hebron Association of Regular Baptist Churches gathered at First Baptist Church for their annual meeting.
The GARBC announces the resignation of David Gunn as director of Regular Baptist Press. David has accepted an invitation from Baptist Bible Seminary (Clarks Summit, Pa.) to serve as a professor of systematic theology.
Church workers throughout the Northeast Fellowship gained ministry skills and inspiration at Serve Boldly, the fellowship’s annual conference to train those who serve in church ministry.
Pastors and friends of Regular Baptist churches joined David Strope, interim national representative, for lunch meetings during T4G, the Together for the Gospel conference.
Six churches from the southeast region of the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches combined for a worship service on Good Friday.
Ohio Women for Missions is praising God for a great day and good attendance at its spring meeting.
Calvary Baptist Church hosted a Good Friday service with three other congregations.
Let the love of Christ be fresh in your heart and mind. Allow Christ’s great redemptive work at Calvary to constrain you. Move to worship in heartful, affective adoration. Live for Him, Who loved you and gave Himself for you.
Harold Albert, who served in ministry for seven decades and was known to many as “Bud,” died March 30. He was 89.
Church leaders of the Ohio Association of Regular Baptist Churches gained wisdom and encouragement in ministry reproduction at Church Solutions Conferences.
For its annual conference, the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches headed to camp.
Teens from Northeast Fellowship churches had the time of their lives at Recharge.
Listen as interim GARBC National Representative David Strope talks about “Faithful & Pressing Forward”
David Gunn, director of Regular Baptist Press, spoke during a prophecy conference at Peace River Baptist Church.
Grace Church honored Dave Fox for 30 years of ministering on the church’s pastoral staff.
Calvary Baptist Church hosted an evening of worship with songwriter and musician Matt Papa.
Ukrainian Baptist Church has been raising funds to help provide humanitarian aid for people in Ukraine.
David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, and Kerry Watkins, director of church engagement, are meeting online monthly with pastors of Regular Baptist churches.
Damascus Road Community Baptist Church is celebrating the graduation of students at Damascus Road Bible Institute.
The DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship met at Skyline Baptist Church for its Quarterly Conference March 8.
Bible Baptist Church has started a diaper bank to assist families in the church’s community and surrounding areas.
More than 700 people from dozens of Michigan churches gathered for spiritual edification and encouragement at the Church Ministries Conference March 4–5.
Men gathered at two churches in Ohio March 5 for conferences designed to encourage them to grow in godliness.
Nevada Baptist Church invited youth groups across the Iowa Regular Baptist fellowship to attend Monopoly Madness Feb. 26.
Each month pastors from central Illinois Regular Baptist churches meet for prayer and fellowship and to share ministry ideas with one another.
Faith Church welcomed a record number of attendees to its Biblical Counseling Training Conference Feb. 13–18.
The GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition has awarded a total of $16,000 to 13 high school seniors from GARBC churches.
Men from the northern area of the Minnesota Association of Regular Baptist Churches gathered for a retreat at Camp Shamineau Feb. 25–26.
Men from Northeast Fellowship churches gathered at Central Baptist Church Feb. 18–19 for a men’s conference called Game Changer.
Pastors gained a sharper focus on multiplying disciples of Jesus during a Church Solutions Conference Feb. 17.
Ankeny Baptist Church said farewell Feb. 6 to its pastor and his wife, David and Debbie Strope, in a service marking a celebration and transition of David’s ministry.
Bob Jones University invited David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, to speak in its CoRE Conference Jan. 31–Feb. 1.
The Arizona Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its Annual Family Bible Conference at Calvary Baptist Church.
Dale Byers, a pastor and Regular Baptist Press author, died Jan. 26. He was 84.
Calvary Baptist Church learned the importance of missions during the church’s Missions Emphasis Jan. 26–30.
Four members of the GARBC home office staff traveled to Calvary Baptist Church in Grand Rapids to begin planning for the 2022 GARBC Conference, to be held there June 27–30.
Gary Gladfelter, pastor of Elk Rapids Bible Church, died Jan. 16. He was 65.
Married couples from Northeast Fellowship churches attended the fellowship’s Marriage Refresh retreat.
The California Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its Christian Workers’ Retreat Jan. 24–26.
Pastors and deacons from Indiana’s Crossroads Fellowship churches attended a leadership summit focused on the ministry of deacons.
The city council of West Lafayette has proposed an ordinance that some say is an attack on Biblical counseling, parents’ rights, and religious freedom.
Irvin F. Johnson, a pastor and an evangelist, died Jan. 1. He was 93.
Skyview Ranch has appointed Jon Casbohm as executive director.
Anthony Mendoza, whose passion was to teach God’s Word to the deaf, died Dec. 27. He was 67.
Jim Douglass, who served on the pastoral staff of Northridge Baptist Church in Des Moines, died Dec. 24. He was 76.
J. Kevin Boggs, a pastor and evangelist, died Oct. 28. He was 69.
Branch Life Church, a Generate church plant grant recipient, baptized several people Nov. 28.
Mel Walker, who invested his ministry in impacting students for Christ, died Dec. 2.
Peace River Baptist Church celebrated its 40th anniversary Nov. 20–21.
Three churches in Iowa met for a combined worship service this fall.
Ohio Women for Missions enjoyed its annual retreat Nov. 11–12.
The GARBC Council of 18 met at the home office for a fruitful and encouraging two days of meetings.
The ladies’ ministry at Faith Baptist Church enjoyed a ThanksGIVING Fellowship with the theme “A Thankful Heart Gives.”
Members and friends of Maranatha Baptist Church are praising God for His protection after a delightful trip turned disastrous.
The DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship met for its fall conference at Grace Baptist Church.
Grace Baptist Church hosted a women’s conference called “Broken Yet Blessed.”
With the theme “Focus on What Matters,” the Michigan association’s conference looked forward to God’s continued direction in ministry.
Man Camp was one of many retreats Lake Ann Camp offered this year.
Myrtle Sarah Pidcock Weer, a pastor’s wife, died Oct. 28. She was 92.
First Baptist Church hosted the Northeast Fellowship’s Fall Conference, “Teach Us to Pray.”
“Nourish,” the Fall Conference of the Ohio Association of Regular Baptist Churches, appeared to do just that for those who attended.
One of God’s greatest promises is that one day He “will deliver us from this world,” Mike Hess says.
At Prior Lake Baptist Church, “the Lord has been kind to knit together a group of people who love the gospel and who love each other,” says Pastor Sam Choi.
The Sunshine Baptist Fellowship held its Fall Conference at Tri County Baptist Church.
Memorial Baptist Church hosted the 2021 Conference of the Wisconsin Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Faith Fellowship Baptist Church welcomed Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, to speak in a Sunday worship service.
Faith Baptist Bible College turned 100 years old Sept. 28.
We often don’t want to hear truth. But listening to the truth from others is vital to finishing life well.
Each fall, Central Baptist Theological Seminary holds a conference “designed to edify and equip believers in the areas of ministry and Christian life.”
Speaking on Matthew 5, Mike Hess shared this big idea: “Living for Jesus entails loving like Jesus.”
Walnut Ridge Baptist Church celebrated its 125th anniversary.
Temple Baptist Church celebrated “A Century of Serving the Savior,” marking the church’s 100th anniversary.
The Illinois-Missouri Association of Regular Baptist Churches held its Fall Conference Oct. 5.
MURRIETA, Calif.—Marilyn Mohr, a pastor’s wife, died Sept. 17. She was 90. Marilyn married her late husband, Richard G. “Dick” Mohr, in 1952. They began their ministry together by serving…
David Whipple, administrative vice president of Baptist Church Planters, died Sept. 1.
Pastors from the Northeast Fellowship took a camping trip in the Adirondacks.
Calvary Baptist Church ordained its associate pastor, Curtis Rider.
COVID-19 has greatly impacted and continues to shape church ministry.
Branch Life Church has a new home in Spring City, just a few miles south of the church’s former location in Pottstown.
First Baptist Church hosted the fall gathering of the Southern Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Louis H. Showers IV, a pastor who used his model railroading hobby as a tool to share Christ, died Sept. 20.
HILLSBORO, Ind.—Crossroads Fellowship held its annual conference at Twin Lakes Camp and Conference Center. The two-day conference began the evening of Sunday, Sept. 12, with a dedication service for the…
Faith Baptist Bible College hosted its Annual Business Leadership Summit with a charge to “walk worthy in challenging times.”
Camp Manitoumi hosted a ladies’ retreat with the theme “Light of the World.”
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—Trinity Baptist Church installed David Rodgers as associate pastor of children’s ministry and Christian education. “Dave has attended Trinity Baptist Church for a few years, and in that…
First Baptist Church honored Tom and Rachael Alexander for 25 years of ministry.
Dr. Richard W. Houg, former GARBC pastor and former president of Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary, died Aug. 31. He was 76.
Maranatha Baptist Church held a baptism on the church grounds.
Wayne Smith, a pastor, died Aug. 6. He was 96. His wife, Martha, died June 13. She was 94.
Ministry happens through relationships. Relationships are important in the work of the GARBC as well.
Brookdale Baptist Church in Minnesota installed Thomas Overmiller as pastor.
Paul Golden is one busy guy. In addition to his administrative role at Clarks Summit University, Paul serves as a chaplain for not one but two professional sports teams.
Damascus Road Community Baptist Church ordained two of its deacons, Mike Childress and Warren Gantt, and issued a license to preach to one of its members, John Raver, a farmer.
Bible Baptist Fellowship celebrated both its 15th anniversary and final mortgage payment.
Calvary Baptist Church has installed Greg Linscott as pastor.
GARBC National Representative Mike Hess spoke at Columbus Road Baptist Church, Quincy, Illinois.
Generous financial gifts have helped Cornerstone Baptist Church pay off its mortgage.
GARBC National Representative Mike Hess was privileged to share the Word at First Baptist Church, Dunkirk, New York.
Women from Daniels Road Baptist Church enjoyed a Ladies’ Latte, with coffee, games, and God’s Word.
Samuel McAllister, pastor of First Baptist Church, Pavilion, New York, died May 15. He was 38.
In a first for the Northeast Fellowship, its Marriage Refresh retreat came to western New York.
Churches of the Sunshine State Fellowship met for their spring conference May 1 at Cornerstone Baptist Church.
The Hebron Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its annual gathering May 2 at First Baptist Church.
Soteria Des Moines hosted its Anew Women’s Conference April 24.
When the Annual Conference of the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches began on April 12, the host church was uncertain if speaker Tim Potter would be able to attend.
First Baptist Church hosted Baptist Network Northwest’s Refine: All-Church Ministry Conference with Mike Hess, GARBC national representative.
Serve Boldly, the Northeast Fellowship’s conference for church workers, “was a great success” April 24 “due to the work of so many people.”
Gretna Baptist Church hosted the Spring Bible Conference of the Nebraska Association of Regular Baptist Churches. Carl Kerby of Reasons for Hope spoke on “Racism: A Biblical Perspective.”
Two regional fellowships of Ohio Women for Missions gathered April 17 for meetings that encourage and support missions.
At Grace Baptist Church, ministry leaders and seminary students attended the Michigan Expositors Summit April 15 to become better expositors of God’s Word.
Grace Church was pleased to host the Spring Conference of the Illinois-Missouri Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
The Rocky Mountain Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its annual conference March 23–24 at South Boulder Bible Church.
Robert D. “Doc” Smith, a medical doctor who also ministered in Biblical counseling, died March 27. He was 91.
At Faith Baptist Church, a fish dinner not only feeds the church family and community but also brings in funds for the church’s food bank.
Leaders of Regular Baptist state associations met online March 15 to brainstorm ways their associations and the GARBC can work together to help churches and pastors.
“The only thing I ever wanted to do was work in an office,” Gladys Dillon once said, reflecting on her long career with the General Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Churches from Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia gathered for the DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship’s March quarterly conference at Grace Baptist Church.
A favorite saying of Calvary Baptist Church is “Love God. Love others.” One way the church has encouraged its members to love others is by creating a Caring Tree on a hallway wall.
South Baptist Church hosted the Men Modeling the Master Seminar March 6, an annual event sponsored by the Eastern Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
“It was a good day at the 2021 Men of God Conference,” says the Ohio Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Brenna Penrod is one of four high school seniors attending GARBC churches who have been awarded $2,500 scholarships in the 2021 GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
Every month several southern Illinois pastors who serve with the Illinois-Missouri Association of Regular Baptist Churches meet for fellowship and encouragement.
For the past five years Tri County Baptist Church has participated in a two-day Scripture assembly project.
The Northeast Fellowship hosted its Men’s Adventure at Central Baptist Church Feb. 19–20.
Oasis Baptist Church hosted a Walk as One Marriage Conference Feb. 19–20.
The GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition has awarded a total of $18,500 to 14 high school seniors from GARBC churches.
Calvary Baptist Church has called Zach Fischer as its pastor.
Crossroads Fellowship, Indiana’s association of Regular Baptist churches, has appointed Jon Beight as executive director.
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary’s Refresh Conference kicked off the school’s centennial celebration.
Frances Doreen Nelson, a pastor’s wife, died Dec. 18. She was 95.
Ministry leaders from California met at Wonder Valley Resort for a Christian Workers’ Retreat.
Iglesia Bautista La Gracia hosted its Second Annual Revival Conference Jan. 15–17.
“Get a Grip” on your marriage was the theme of the Marriage Refresh retreat hosted by the Northeast Fellowship.
When Camp Gilead realized in the latter months of 2020 that it wouldn’t be able to host guest groups due to the continuing coronavirus, the staff brainstormed other possibilities for celebrating Christmas with guests.
Aaron Arthur Kaukonen, a pastor for more than 40 years in Michigan and Ohio, died Dec. 9. He was 75.
John Murray passed away on January 2, 2021, stricken by a sudden ailment that doctors are still trying to identify. He was 58.
Vernon Rosenau, president emeritus of Baptist Mid-Missions, died Dec. 25. He was 71.
Temple Baptist Church presented a Christmas program called “My Name Is Mary.”
Faith Church is presenting, as a gift to its community, the Lafayette Living Nativity.
Emmanuel Baptist Church “had a wonderful day” celebrating its 100th anniversary, says Pastor John Scally.
Riverside Baptist Church has been using an outreach in a local park to share the gospel with people.
Irene Ruth Jackson, a pastor’s wife, died Nov. 25 after a short illness. She was 92.
Robert L. Sauser, pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Omaha, died Nov. 27.
A 90th birthday celebration and a Christmas shoebox packing party highlighted the evening of Nov. 8 at Blessed Hope Baptist Church.
Standale Baptist Church held a monthlong missions conference, inviting a different ministry leader to speak each Sunday in October.
Dr. R. Irving Van Hooser, minister of music and college music professor, died Nov. 5. He was 72.
About 25 pastors from the Midwest attended the M4 Ministry Enrichment Conference at Harvest New Beginnings Nov. 2–3.
When the conference committee of the Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches met in spring 2019 to begin planning for the 2020 MARBC Conference, they had no idea how appropriate their choice of the theme “Connect” would be.
Baptist Children’s Home has appointed Linda Brooks as its chief executive officer.
In partnership with Columbus City Schools, Memorial Baptist Church has been serving as the site of a Learning Extension Center this school year.
The Wisconsin Association of Regular Baptist Churches appointed Steve Schultz as its state representative during the association’s annual conference.
The Northeast Fellowship met for its annual fall conference, NF Next, Oct. 19.
First Baptist Church hosted a watch party of the Northeast Fellowship’s Renew Conference, a virtual conference for women.
Morgan Dawley of Maranatha Village, a Baptist retirement community, celebrated his 102nd birthday with the help of Maranatha Baptist Church.
Calvary Baptist Church hosted the annual meeting of the Minnesota Association of Regular Baptist Churches Sept. 21-23.
Forty young adults from four states came together for a weekend of spiritual growth, laughter, and fun at Iowa Regular Baptist Camp.
First Baptist Church hosted the Fall Bible Conference of the Nebraska Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Robert Baxter, in pastoral ministry for 60 years, died Sept. 28. He was 84.
First Baptist Church served on a missions trip to Missionary Acres, a retirement community in Missouri for missionaries and pastors.
Church Family Night at Faith Church “was a tremendous evening of praise and worship,” says Pastor Steve Viars.
The Renew Women’s Conference, an event of the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches, was a time of relaxation and refocusing for the ladies who attended.
Calvary Baptist Church celebrated its 125th anniversary with a weekend of events Sept. 5–7.
“The calling of the pastor is more than a job; it’s a wonderful ministry,” says Tom Townsend, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Battle Creek, Michigan.
Grace Baptist Church honored Brandon Crawford Sept. 6 for 10 years as the church’s pastor.
“A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the town.” That’s what Councilmember Chuck Anderson called the recent move by the town of Vienna to purchase the three acres on Center Street that Faith Baptist Church has called home for its lifetime.
First Baptist Church showed its appreciation and support for law enforcement officers by giving the staff of the Shelbyville Police Department gift bags.
Brown Street Baptist Church is aiming to change the negative perception of law enforcement, at least for those who serve the church’s city.
Wilma Shea-Arndt, a pastor’s wife, died Aug. 1. She was 99.
Darrell Beddoe, former director of the Baptist Network Northwest, died Aug. 13. He was 79.
Pastors from GARBC churches in Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, Oregon gathered with other pastors and church leaders for a conference hosted by ABWE’s EveryEthne initiative.
In three Maryland counties, people in need are thankful for Martha’s Kitchen, a food donation ministry operated by Damascus Road Community Baptist Church.
Faith Church has added David Mora to its North Campus pastoral team.
Calvary Baptist Church, Norwalk, Ohio, held a garage sale to benefit Camp Patmos.
Tim Tucker, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Ludington, Michigan, died July 28.
Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, participated last week in an online worship service of a Buenos Aires church that he visited in person two years ago.
First Baptist Church of Elimsport honored its pastor, Todd Baker, for 20 years of ministry at the church.
Donna Poole of Lickley’s Corners Baptist Church has written a novel based on the real life experiences that she and her husband, John, have shared as pastor and wife of this country church for four decades.
After a successful first-ever virtual GARBC Annual Conference, broadcast live from Bethel Church in Crown Point, Indiana, June 29–30, one of the messages has received even more listeners.
Lamoka Baptist Camp invited families to its lakefront campus June 29–July 4 for family camp.
Virginia Richardson, a pastor’s wife, died May 9. She was 97.
The General Association of Regular Baptist Churches welcomes three churches intofellowship and rejoices in the planting of new churches.
Jennifer Johnston, a pastor’s wife, died June 19. She was 65.
Grace Baptist Church reached out to its community in a creative way during a time of unrest in the wake of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.
Community Baptist Church is holding worship services outdoors this summer.
GARBC National Representative Mike Hess was privileged to preach at an outdoor worship service of Brown Street Baptist Church.
The question isn’t so much whether or not to utilize social media, but what we are trying to say and why. Our communication is to be seasoned as with salt—that implies that we are putting in some thought beforehand.
GARBC National Representative Mike Hess held a church recognition council June 2 with the leadership team of Prior Lake (Minnesota) Baptist Church.
Severe flooding in the Midland area last week caused significant damage to nearly 30 of the church family’s homes, with some homes declared a total loss.
As states loosen COVID-19 restrictions, churches are taking steps to reopen. But those steps come with plenty of precautions.
In the midst of severe flooding in Michigan, water filled the parking lots of Calvary Baptist Church but stopped short of reaching the church building.
Around 3:00 a.m. on a Thursday last October, Pastor Walter McDonald was awoken by a phone call from a church member, who told him the church was on fire.
In a curbside event, Riverside Baptist Church in Decatur, Ill., gave potted flowers to all the mothers in its congregation Sunday, May 10. Soteria Des Moines hosted a similar drive-through event the day before.
Grace Church showed its appreciation for teachers of a public elementary school by helping sponsor a drive-through distribution of thank-you gifts.
At Bethany Baptist Church, a Hispanic congregation is a growing extension of the church’s ministry.
Melvin O. Jones, a church planter and pastor, died April 23. He was 92.
The Portage County, Wisconsin, Sheriff’s Office is thanking Berea Baptist Church for its thoughtfulness and generosity.
The Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Church held its annual conference online April 21.
Faith Baptist Church has called David Totman as its new pastor. He and his wife, Anora, have been missionaries in Africa and Hungary since 2003.
First Baptist Church is using a creative method for its congregation to stay connected when they can’t meet face-to-face.
Restored Church says it is “in the city, for the city.” To serve its city April 19, the church distributed 1,100 meal kits to 900 people.
Kendra Cizauskas is one of four high school seniors attending GARBC churches who have been awarded $2,500 scholarships in the first GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
Scioto Hills Christian Camp and Retreat Center has created a fun at-home craft for kids: creating the camp with heavyweight paper, scissors, and a few more simple supplies.
Members of Orchard Avenue Baptist Church are using yard signs to share the message that our hope is in the Lord.
Beverly Mattox, a pastor’s wife, died April 15 after recent TIAs, or ministrokes. She was 90.
Iowa Regular Baptist Camp has begun hosting online events for youth workers and students.
Sarah Iler is one of four high school seniors who have been awarded $2,500 scholarships in the first GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
Ladies at Maranatha Village, a Baptist retirement community, have been busy making masks for residents of Maranatha Manor, the 20-bed assisted living facility located in the center of Maranatha Village.
Now, with a stay-at-home order instated in Ohio, they treated their neighbors to a concert from the couple’s lawn.
Richard Wezik, pastor of First Baptist Church, Hempstead, N.Y., died April 6 from COVID-19.
Just Google ‘epicenter of the coronavirus’ right now, and you’ll likely see a photo of the hospital in Elmhurst, in the New York City borough of Queens.
As we continue to follow developments related to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, we want to make churches aware of updates to this program.
Village Baptist Church’s food pantry serves those in the church body and in the community, but the food pantry ministry looks a bit different these days as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
What the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act means for Regular Baptist churches, with important updates as the CARES Act has continued to take shape.
Jacob Southwell is one of four high school seniors attending GARBC churches who have been awarded $2,500 scholarships in the first GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
Pastor Scott and Carla Poling of Harvest New Beginnings are showing love to their neighbors in this time when some people lack basic necessities that can’t currently be found in stores.
While US churches have temporarily shut their doors to help slow the spread of COVID-19, their food pantries remain open.
Orchard Avenue Baptist Church included children its online church service by livestreaming a Sunday School class.
Attendees at a DelMarVa conference heard two sermons that would prove to be timely in light of coming challenges.
The “iron sharpening iron” process that Proverbs 27:17 provides is a helpful and maybe even convicting part of a believer’s life.
As COVID-19 continues to disrupt everyday life, First Baptist Church is loving and serving its neighbors who have limited resources.
First Baptist Church hosted the Men Modeling the Master conference, an annual event of the Eastern Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Knowing that the elderly are especially concerned about COVID-19, Memorial Baptist Church is showing love to this segment of its community by preparing care packages for nursing homes.
Carson Odle is one of four high school seniors who have been awarded $2,500 scholarships in the first GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
Director Jon Beight of Twin Lakes Camp and Conference Center has produced a video to help parents talk to their children about how to cope with change.
Spring Hill Baptist Church installed Ryan Rouse as pastor.
At Maranatha Village, Buz Cliffe is thankful for the caregiving ministry of several men who are year-round and seasonal residents of this Baptist retirement community.
“The more you understand the world of the Bible, the better you can understand the words of the Bible,” says Aaron Patton, pastor of New Story Church.
Baptist Mid-Missions is pleased to announce its choice of Patrick Odle as president-elect.
Calvary Baptist Church hosted its Men of God Conference Feb. 29. The theme “For the Greater Kingdom” addressed Christians’ calling as citizens of Heaven though also citizens of earth.
Maranatha Baptist Church is rejoicing in God’s goodness for providing an interim pastor after the sudden Homegoing of Pastor Terry Price in October.
Altoona Regular Baptist Church hosted its 10th Annual Sportsmen’s Dinner.
Sue Lunsford, a pastor’s wife, died on Feb. 29. Sue served with her husband, David, in ministry since 1978.
Calvary Baptist Church enjoyed hitting the slopes on its annual church ski trip to Sundown Mountain in Dubuque, Iowa.
Marjorie Odor, a pastor’s wife for more than 50 years, died Feb. 26. She was 93.
Central Baptist Church hosted the Northeast Fellowship’s “Cross the Line” Men’s Adventure.
Three ministry leaders from Bethany Baptist Church traveled to San Andres, Cuba, a small farming community in the western part of the country, to teach Old Testament Survey.
GARBC National Representative Mike Hess had the privilege of speaking at the Growing in Leadership Conference at Impacto Bíblico Iglesia Cristiana Bautista in Santa Marta, Colombia.
Warren Edward Simmons, a missionary to children, died Feb. 7. He was 95.
Twenty-four high school seniors from GARBC churches have been awarded a total of $25,000 in the GARBC Christian Character Scholarship competition.
First Baptist Church, Cass City, Michigan, and Northeastern Baptist Church, Kalamazoo, Michigan, visited the Holocaust Memorial Center together.
The Central Illinois Pastors’ Fellowship met this month with Mike Hess, GARBC national representative.
Evangel Baptist Church considers itself blessed to have hosted over 80 students and leaders from the DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship for the 20th Annual Winter Thing.
Leaders of the Northeast Fellowship met for a Leadership Summit at the association’s ministry center.
Trinity Baptist Church celebrated the completion of a building expansion project during a dedication service and open house.
Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary welcomed a record 236 attendees for its Fifth Annual Refresh Conference.
Leaders of churches fellowshipping with the Central Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for a leadership forum on “Biblical Counseling in the Local Church.”
At their monthly Breakpoint meeting, pastors from western Michigan discussed “The Benefits and Challenges of Pastoral Sabbaticals.”
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church hosted its 10th Annual Ladies’ Day Out.
Carol Ann Nixon, a youth pastor’s wife, died Jan. 24. She was 57.
Ministry leaders serving with the California Association of Regular Baptist Churches enjoyed a retreat at Wonder Valley Resort.
Daniels Road Baptist Church has called Aaron Snyder as associate pastor of youth and worship. His wife, Stephanie, will be serving as director of children’s ministry.
Lakeland Baptist Church has called Caleb Lobb as pastor. Caleb is the third generation of his family to serve at Lakeland Baptist Church.
The Northeast Fellowship hosted its Marriage Refresh retreat at Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel Dec. 27–28.
Anne Jeffers, who “shaped and guided generations of Corban students,” says Dr. Sheldon C. Nord, president of Corban University, died Dec. 6. She was 91.
The Ohio Women for Missions held its annual retreat at Carlisle Inn Nov. 14–15.
The ladies of Faith Baptist Church and their guests enjoyed an annual retreat at a country homestead.
Stewart P. Cottle, a man well known for his passion for teaching and helping, died Jan. 4.
Lake Blaine Baptist Bible Camp hosted its annual winter retreat for students Dec. 31–Jan. 2.
Rob Cady, a missionary with the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, died Nov. 30.
Maretta Jean Cook, a pastor’s wife, died Dec. 1. She was 75.
New City Church is now an established church after being planted last year through the Engage Network of Saylorville Church in Des Moines.
Clarks Summit University has been strengthening its department of online learning with new hires and reorganized roles.
ANKENY, Iowa—The Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches hosted a “Back on Track” students event, held at Ankeny Baptist Church. Pastor Nathan Osborne from Faith Baptist Church in Winter Haven,…
The Arizona Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its annual conference at Sahuaro Baptist Church.
Because of you, Regular Baptist Ministries has a profound and immediate impact around the world. On this Giving Tuesday, please seriously consider donating to one of the Regular Baptist ministries.
Riverside Baptist Church ordained its pastor, T. J. Hahn. He has ministered at the church since August 2015.
For Orchard Baptist Baptist Church, hosting a Fall Palooza is a great way for the church to connect with its community.
Calvary Baptist Church held its annual women’s conference Nov. 2, inviting women throughout the state to attend.
Grace Baptist Church’s Amazin’ gRace for teens was a “success once again this year,” says Pastor David Talley.
Friends, neighbors, and alumni of Victory Ranch, as well as nearby Regular Baptist churches, gathered at the camp for its Annual Round-Up.
Churches from the DelMarVa Baptist Fellowship, representing Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, met at Evangel Baptist Church for the association’s quarterly conference.
MILLERSBURG, Ohio—Camps across the country convened Nov. 3–7 for the National Association of Regular Baptist Camps conference. Skyview Ranch hosted the event, ending just three days before the camp suffered…
Members of churches that are part of the Minnesota Association of Regular Baptist Churches enjoyed a trip to the Grand Canyon.
In conjunction with seven Christian colleges, Regular Baptist Churches is offering the GARBC Christian Character Scholarship. This scholarship is available to a maximum of twenty-four 2020 high school graduates. Seniors…
Brown Street Baptist Church gathered for a Thanksgiving dinner to “rejoice in God’s provision and reflect on His blessings to us over the last year.”
Harvest New Beginnings hosted its M4 Ministry Enrichment Conference for ministry workers.
Please pray for Skyview Ranch. Early Sunday morning the camp dining hall, office, and its contents were destroyed by a fire.
Brookdale Baptist Church held a three-day missions conference with Dr. Jeff Straub, professor of historical theology at Central Baptist Theological Seminary.
The Northeast Fellowship met for its Fall Conference at Calvary Baptist Church.
Tabernacle Baptist Church held a five-day missions conference focusing on sharing the gospel with the least reached people groups in America.
Women from Central California churches met for a retreat at Hartland Christian Camp.
Dozens of Christian business leaders from across the United States gathered at Faith Baptist Bible College for the Business Leadership Summit.
After hosting the Giddyup Junction Vacation Bible School program this summer, First Baptist Church returned to the Old West setting Oct. 5.
Mothers and their daughters enjoyed a two-day retreat at Camp Gilead. The camp hosted this popular retreat over two weekends.
Bethany Baptist Church celebrated two milestones: the church’s 50th anniversary and Pastor Tim Baker’s 25th year of ministry at the church.
Grand Heights Baptist Church hosted the Women on Mission Conference, a regional fall conference of Ohio Women for Missions.
Terry A. Price, pastor of Maranatha Baptist Church, died in the early morning of Oct. 25.
Southside Baptist Church hosted the Fall Conference of the Sunshine Baptist Fellowship.
What happens when three Baptist state associations plan a joint conference at the height of football season, meeting in a church that sits a mile from the Ohio-Michigan border? Yes—a few of the expected jokes about the famed sports rivalry, but then came the more serious business of explaining why church associations still matter.
The Baptist Network Northwest hosted its Refresh Retreat at Cannon Beach Conference Center. The retreat is an annual event for ministry workers in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
Faith Baptist Church served as a satellite site for Dare 2 Share Live, an evangelism training seminar for teens.
First Baptist Church hosted a time of singing with a meal afterward for Regular Baptist churches in California.
At its Fall Conference, the Wisconsin Association of Regular Baptist Churches aimed to bring a new appreciation for the Lord’s Supper.
The Illinois-Missouri Association of Regular Baptist Churches met for its fall conference at Camp Manitoumi.
Women from Illinois and Missouri churches met for a retreat at Camp Manitoumi with pastor’s wife Misty Beutow.
Donald E. Worch, former president of Baptist Children’s Home, died Oct. 7. He was 90.
Iowa Regular Baptist Camp hosted the Women’s Renew Conference of the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
“Amazing Grace” was the theme of the Renew Women’s Conference, an annual event of the Northeast Fellowship.
Teens from Iowa churches attended the Annual Go Conference, an event sponsored by the state youth committee of the Iowa Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
Emmanuel Baptist Church hosted its First Annual One Purpose Weekend to help the entire church family commit to its one purpose in life: giving God glory.
Cedarville University is now making the courses from its Bible minor program available online at no charge.
Immanuel Baptist Church hosted a community block party Sept. 11 to kick off the church’s fall ministries.
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio—More than 375 people attended First Baptist Church’s End of Summer Carnival. The carnival included games, prizes, music, crafts, face painting, a bounce house, and food, including popcorn…
First Baptist Church has called Tim Martin to serve as pastor of family discipleship.
First Baptist Church participated in its city’s Back to School Bash by donating school supplies and introducing people to the church’s ministries for children and students.
More than 400 men from Iowa churches attended the Revive retreat at Iowa Regular Baptist Camp.
First Baptist Church passed the baton of leadership, as Steve Schultz handed the role of pastor to Steve Abrams, previously assistant pastor.
Girls ages 5 to 13 enjoyed a Princess Night at Abbe Road Baptist Church.
Grace Church held its Annual Back to School Sunday worship service to pray for and encourage kids and teachers heading back into the classroom.
Harvest New Beginnings held its Second Annual Men’s Steak and Corn Feed as the kickoff for the church’s Fall Men’s Ministries.
First Baptist Church ordained Koku Akakpo, a missionary to Togo, West Africa.
Cornerstone Baptist Church commissioned one of its members, Lexi Lindow, to a year of missions in Peru.
First Baptist Church honored Craig and Shirley Golden upon their 50th anniversary of ministry.
To connect with neighbors, Brown Street Baptist Church moved a recent morning worship service outdoors to a popular local park.
Teachers in Fort Myers, Florida, are thankful for the gifts of school supplies, encouragement, and prayer. This practical and thoughtful support is the result of a church’s desire to intentionally connect with its community.
The Baptist Fellowship Association’s annual conference marked the culmination of three years of conferences dealing with the ethnic divide in the church.
First Baptist Church celebrated its 125th anniversary with friends, missionaries, and former pastors.
Saylorville Church held its annual men’s Steak and Corn Fellowship with Russ Matthews of Sydney, Australia.
Calvary Baptist Church installed Curtis Rider as associate pastor of student ministries.
Slater Baptist Church celebrated its 50th anniversary with speaker Chris Hindal, director of Regular Baptist International.
Ezell Wiggins, founding pastor of True Bible Baptist Church in Des Moines, died July 17. He was 91.
Terry Waltersdorf, director of food service at Faith Baptist Bible College, received one of the food service industry’s highest honors.
Dallas Shaw, who ministered to children and their families for 40 years, died July 14. He was 64.
Faith Baptist Church celebrated its 50th anniversary, with former pastors in attendance.
Heritage Baptist Church celebrated its 50th anniversary with both indoor and outdoor events.
David Boehning, who had a passion for missions, died June 25. He was 76.
CrossPoint Fellowship Church held its outdoor church service called Church in the Park.
Daniel L. Mead, pastor emeritus of Calvary Baptist Church, Greenville, Michigan, died July 7. He was 69.
Women of Faith Baptist Church enjoyed the opportunity to serve their community by making dinner and brunch at a local Ronald McDonald House.
Faith Baptist Church participated in its community’s Mental Health Awareness Walk and later sponsored a community picnic.
New Life Baptist Church hosted a seminar titled “You Really Can Change: God’s Strategies for Heart Change.” Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, taught the three-hour event.
Seniors from more than 20 Regular Baptist churches in Ohio enjoyed a luncheon at Skyview Ranch May 9.
Ten camp directors and their wives from around the country met at the Regular Baptist Ministries Resource Center for a two-day meeting.
Three Ohio churches convened to partner with Bearing Precious Seed to complete a Bible publishing and shipping project.
Ohio Women for Missions celebrated its 90th anniversary at its spring meeting.
Men from Indiana churches attended a men’s retreat at Twin Lakes Camp and Conference Center.
Hundreds of people from Ohio churches met at First Baptist Church for the annual gathering of the Hebron Association of Regular Baptist Churches.
On Easter Sunday, members of San Meteo Baptist Church met at a nearby beach for an early morning worship service.
Calvary Baptist Church hosted the Baptist Network Northwest’s Annual Refine Ministry Conference, a conference dedicated to encouraging and equipping church members and leaders.
A year of prayerful preparation and core team building resulted in a fantastic launch of Branch Life Church.
Emmanuel Baptist Church of Warrenville honored Dale and Shirley Williams for 30 years of ministry at the church.
First Baptist Church celebrated the Jewish Passover Seder on Good Friday.
Immanuel Baptist Church held a Good Friday service with three additional west-side Columbus churches.
Memorial Baptist Church hosted the 2019 Church and Culture Conference on “Unpacking Forgiveness,” the name of a book by Chris Brauns.
Grace Church honored its treasurer, Allen Gipson, for 60 years of service.
Don Radecki, a Regular Baptist leader in California, died April 3.
The California Association of Regular Baptist Churches celebrated its 90th anniversary during its Annual Bible Conference.
Renald E. Showers, an influential writer, speaker, and professor known for making complex Bible concepts simple to understand, died April 4. He was 83.
Students and leaders from 12 churches gathered at First Baptist Church for the Unite Annual Youth Rally—a day filled with activities, fellowship, food, music, and Bible teaching.
“Church Forward: Embrace the Possibilities of the 21st Century” was the theme of the Illinois/Missouri Association of Regular Baptist Churches Spring Conference.
