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Our interim national representative, David Strope, will continue holding online meetings for pastors this year.

Generate approved $30,000 in grants for Damascus Road Baptist Church, Cockeysville, Maryland.

Chaplaincy activity continues to build, with applications coming in and applications pending board selection.

We are happy to report that several Regular Baptist International partners are planning to attend this summer’s GARBC Conference in Grand Rapids.

“Drinking from a fire hose” is an apt description of the last days of January for me.

Some speak of the “dog days of summer,” but if you live in the central plains of the Midwest, as I do, I think the phrase might better be stated,…

The fact that the Son of God was conceived by the Holy Spirit, was born of a virgin, and took on human flesh is beyond the scope of our understanding.…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful articles for ministry. The importance of leadership pipeline training Yes, preaching really does change people! What…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative We’re amazed at God’s provision for our fellowship. A little over a year ago we were facing dire financial challenges.…

During this month of Thanksgiving, I give heartfelt thanks to God for the churches that have experienced His blessings and are now intentionally encouraging and blessing other churches in disciple-making…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Mike’s article on how a pastor can serve his church well by helping…

Our association is strongest when we are faithful to Scripture. Our churches are healthiest when everything we do is driven by Scripture.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Over the next couple of months I’ll be traveling extensively—preaching the Word, encouraging church leaders and pastors, and sharing what…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. My article on the cult of personality leadership and thoughts on The Rise…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Not to keep beating the same drum, but I continue to hear encouraging reports about our national conference back in…

Our association is strongest when we are faithful to Scripture. Our churches are healthiest when everything we do is driven by Scripture.

Our association is strongest when we are faithful to Scripture. Our churches are healthiest when everything we do is driven by Scripture.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative I continue to get a steady influx of encouraging emails, notes, and text messages about what a great blessing the…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Read Jeff Straub’s article on plagiarism in preaching. Read Jonathan Leeman’s article on…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Read news, view photos, and listen to select audio recordings from the 2021…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative I was privileged at this year’s GARBC business meeting to share my new presentation on why the GARBC exists: to…

Our association is strongest when we are faithful to Scripture. Our churches are healthiest when everything we do is driven by Scripture.

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Register now for the GARBC Conference. Preregistration is open until June 12. Listen…

The GARBC wants to encourage every church in the fellowship to pursue Biblical health. But this must come by asking hard and uncomfortable questions.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Please plan to attend the GARBC Conference in Schaumburg, Illinois, June 28–July 1. God has blessed us with a dynamic…

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NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Let me ask you a challenging question. Does your church have a culture of mentoring and training the next generation…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Clare Jewell’s Baptist Bulletin article about the value of interdependent churches Mike's podcast…

Our desire here at Regular Baptist Ministries is to continually point you to Christlikeness through solid Biblical resources.

Our desire here at Regular Baptist Ministries is to continually point you to Christlikeness through solid Biblical resources.

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NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative It’s with great enthusiasm that I encourage you to register soon for the GARBC Annual Conference, which will be in…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Video: GARBC Annual Conference registration now open Article: “While You Wait: Encouragement for…

Our desire here at Regular Baptist Ministries is to continually point you to Christlikeness through solid Biblical resources.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative My wife, Christina, and I had the privilege of driving down to Glen Carbon, Illinois, where I shared the Word…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares the following helpful resources for ministry. Article: “How to Pastor When Sanctification Becomes Illegal.” Article:  “10 Housing Allowance Tips…

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Our theology and hope are not anchored in circumstances, politics, culture, or the 24-7 news cycle. Our hope is anchored in the Savior of the church: the Lord Jesus Christ.

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Article: Pastor James Williams shares “Should We Pursue Unity at All Costs?”—a useful article…

ASSOCIATE PASTOR NEEDED IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA Fellowship Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida, is currently looking for an associate pastor. Those interested in applying should contact Pastor Rick Piatt at 863.602.9151.…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative This past weekend I had the privilege of preaching at Iglesia Bautista La Gracia, a Hispanic church plant in Bryant,…

Think of all the things that have changed over the course of the past twelve months. Yet the mission of the church and our fellowship of churches still marches on.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative I’d imagine that most reading this are enthusiastically and optimistically welcoming in the year 2021. While the past 12 months…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Article: Read “Godlier than Last Year,” David Qaoud’s article for a New Year goal…

ASSOCIATE PASTOR NEEDED IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA Fellowship Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida, is currently looking for an associate pastor. Those interested in applying should contact Pastor Rick Piatt at 863.602.9151.…

What passage or verse of Scripture has helped you endure the struggles of 2020?

ASSOCIATE PASTOR NEEDED IN LAKELAND, FLORIDA Fellowship Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida is currently looking for an associate pastor. Those interested in applying should contact Pastor Rick Piatt at 863.602.9151.…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Article: “Four Consequences of Bad Bible Interpretation" discusses four results of bad Bible interpretation…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative A few weeks ago the GARBC Council of 18 held its monthly meeting. The council gathered online instead of in…

God has given us a group of doctrinally aligned churches that are passionate about reaching people and seeing them grow and change into the image of Christ.

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Article: “Even in 2020 God Is Good” is timely encouragement to base our view…

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative I continue to give thanks for the many opportunities that God gave me to represent the GARBC and to preach…

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR NEEDED Summit Christian Academy in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania, just outside of Scranton and 2 miles from Clarks Summit University, is accepting applications for an administrator for…

God is good in blessing our first ever virtual GARBC Annual Conference above and beyond what we asked or thought.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Everywhere we look people have serious needs that can be met only by our all-sufficient God. All around us people…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Article: 2020 GARBC National Conference keynote speaker Steve DeWitt wrote “Beware the Hero Pastor,”…

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR NEEDED Summit Christian Academy in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania, just outside of Scranton and 2 miles from Clarks Summit University, is accepting applications for an administrator for…

God is good in blessing our first ever virtual GARBC Annual Conference above and beyond what we asked or thought.

NEWS FROM REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative The book of Ecclesiastes gives us a solemn reminder that life is full of different “seasons” and “times” (see Ecclesiastes…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, shares these helpful resources for ministry. Commentary: "Five Ways to Encourage Your Pastor during a Global Crisis" is a timely…

ORDER YOUR FALL RBP CURRICULUM NOW RBP features an adult Sunday School course every quarter, but you can also choose from more than 35 other elective courses for your adult…

God is good in blessing our first ever virtual GARBC Annual Conference above and beyond what we asked or thought.

FIVE KEY INITIATIVES FOR THE GARBC At the 2020 virtual GARBC Conference, National Representative Mike Hess presented five key initiatives to strengthen pastors and churches in the association. Look for…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Virtual Conference articles, photos, and audio: Read "2020 GARBC Conference Recap" by the Regular Baptist Ministries news team to read articles, view photos, and listen…

ORDER YOUR FALL RBP CURRICULUM NOW RBP features an adult Sunday School course every quarter, but you can also choose from more than 35 other elective courses for your adult…

2020 GARBC CONFERENCE: VIRTUALLY EVERYONE CAN COME! We can't wait to connect with you online! Join us for the virtual 2020 GARBC Conference June 29–30. It is exciting to offer…

JOIN A BREAKOUT SESSION AT THE VIRTUAL GARBC CONFERENCE By registering for our virtual GARBC Conference June 29–30, you will be able to join a breakout session, choosing from three…

BIBLICAL RESOURCES ON CULTURAL ISSUES TODAY Be aware of cultural issues today. RBP carries resources that will help your church understand today’s cultural issues from a Biblical perspective. Check out…

2020 GARBC CONFERENCE: JOIN US VIRTUALLY! Good news! Virtual attendance will be available for the 2020 GARBC Conference, beginning June 29. It is exciting to offer this new venue, allowing…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Journal: "The Church Praying" by 9Marks is a helpful collection of articles…

DISCIPLE YOUR CHURCH KIDS Plan now for your church's post–COVID-19 kids' club ministry! Have you considered RBP’s Kids4Truth Clubs for your children’s weekday ministry? Churches that use Kids4Truth are finding…

2020 GARBC CONFERENCE: ANNOUNCING A VIRTUAL OPTION GARBC National Representative Mike Hess gives an important update on the national conference. See Mike's video. The association is happy to announce that…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Article: “Why We Care about COVID-19” by Mike Hess. Four reasons Christians…

MAKE DISCIPLESHIP A PRIORITY Christ’s commission is to make disciples of all nations. Make discipleship a priority in your church with helpful resources from RBP. Strong Church: Building and Measuring…

COUNCIL OF 18 NOMINATIONS OPEN: YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS Now is the time to nominate candidates for the GARBC Council of Eighteen. Traditionally, only a small percentage of churches submit names…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Article: “Hijacking of Fundamentalism” by Joel Tetrau. This important read shows how…

TRAIN YOUR TEACHERS Use your regular teachers’ meetings or plan a special training weekend to encourage teachers in their ministries. Consider using Teaching to Change Lives or Impact Teaching. BUY…

PLAN A CALIFORNIA VACATION: GARBC CONFERENCE California has natural beauty and many venues for family fun. A great way to see sights you normally wouldn’t visit is to plan a…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Journal: "Complementarianism: A Moment of Reckoning," a new journal issue by 9Marks. This…

NEW GARBC DIRECTORY: CONNECT WITH FELLOW PASTORS AND CHURCHES Order the 2019–20 Church Directory, published by Regular Baptist Press, to gain quick access to your colleagues’ and churches' email addresses,…

NEW YEAR'S GREETING FROM NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HESS As we begin the new year with plans and goals, I’m reminded of the words the Holy Spirit inspired David to write:…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Article: "Pastoral Tone: How to Say What You Mean without Being Mean…

IMPROVE YOUR SUNDAY SCHOOL IN 2020 Successful Sunday Schools do not just happen. Take steps to enhance your Sunday School by purchasing RBP’s Improving Your Sunday School.   REACHING OTHERS…

COME TO SACRAMENTO! 2020 GARBC CONFERENCE Mark your calendars for Monday, June 29–Thursday, July 2, to attend the 2020 GARBC Conference in Sacramento, California. The conference will be held at…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Blog post: "8 Ways Expository Preaching Changed Our Church" by Anthony G.…

CHRISTMAS GIVING FOR ETERNITY Regular Baptist Ministries has a profound and immediate impact around the world. Helping churches make disciples is our passion. As we assist in preparing future ministry…

Hello, friends, More than likely the next couple of months will be packed with activities at your church and with your family. Both are precious gifts from our great God…

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30 Do you have students in your youth group graduating from high school this year? Appalachian Bible College, Bob Jones University, Cedarville University, Clarks Summit University,…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox. Blog post: "How Then Shall We Think of Kanye West's Conversion?" by…

NEW BOOK: GOD GIVES MORE GRACE Help people handle life’s trials. RBP’s newest book, God Gives More Grace, is a study of James 4:5–10 that helps people walk with God…

REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES UPDATES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative The next two months will involve thousands of miles of travel for my wife, Christina, and me. The Lord is giving…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Article on cremation: "Bury or Burn" by Don Shirk. Should a person be buried or cremated? A Biblical perspective provides insight to pastors, who increasingly…

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE APPROACHING Do you have students in your youth group graduating from high school this year? Encourage them to apply for the GARBC Christian Character Scholarship by Nov.…

SCHOLARSHIP FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS Do you have students in your youth group graduating from high school this year? Encourage them to apply for the GARBC Christian Character Scholarship. Whether…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: Aspire to Live Quietly" "Aspire to Live Quietly," a helpful article by…

CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISTIC RESOURCES Be prepared for cross-cultural ministries. The world, with its different ethnic and religious groups, has come to a place near you. Be prepared to minister to these…

REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES UPDATES Mike Hess, GARBC National Representative Interest continues to grow for the new National Retirement Plan and the GARBC Character Scholarship. Our association's menu of benefits is…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Recent Baptist Bulletin podcast episodes for your personal growth and church development: "Signs and Wonders and Biblical Sufficiency" (by Mike Hess and David Gunn) "Developing…

ENCOURAGE OTHERS PERSONALLY THROUGH RBP Plan a worker commissioning service. Before your fall ministries begin, schedule a special service to commission your Sunday School and weekday club workers for the…

August 2019 Bb Pulse e-newsletter is ready for your viewing. Be sure to check out the resources available to you!

NATIONAL RETIREMENT PLAN NOW OPEN FOR PASTORS AND CHURCH EMPLOYEES Mark Johnson, treasurer and controller for Regular Baptist Ministries, announces the opening of the National Retirement Plan for ministers and…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Our Resource Center news team has made its extensive coverage of the 2019 GARBC Conference available to you. If you weren't able to attend the…

PLAN FOR FALL ADULT CLASSES: 35 ELECTIVES AVAILABLE Choose your fall adult Bible studies. RBP features an adult Sunday School course every quarter, but you can also choose from more…

REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES UPDATES Mike Hess, National Representative of Regular Baptist Churches We’re just a few weeks away from our GARBC Conference. Please take extra time to pray specifically for…

MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: "The Pro-Life Movement Is on the Right Side of History . .…

LOOKING AT TODAY'S CULTURE FROM A BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE Be aware of cultural issues today. Regular Baptist Press carries resources that will help your church understand today’s cultural issues from a…

MIKE'S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: "Worship and Lament" podcast episode In the Baptist Bulletin podcast episode "Worship…

NEEDED: GARBC CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATES Thanks to the 250 churches that have sent their updated contact and staff information to the GARBC. Now we need to hear from the rest…

MIKE HESS: MAKING CONNECTIONS National Representative, Regular Baptist Churches I'm looking forward to the 2019 GARBC Conference in Des Moines this June! We have a great lineup of speakers and…

Mike HessNational Representative MIKE’S PICKS: RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy Mark Vroegop, keynote speaker at…

EARLY BIRD CONFERENCE REGISTRATION SAVES $$ The early bird deadline for the 2019 GARBC Conference is coming soon! Be sure to register today. This year's theme is "Essence of Worship."…

COUNCIL OF EIGHTEEN NOMINATIONS DEADLINE: MARCH 27 Now is the time for you to lead your church in nominating candidates for the Council of Eighteen. Our association is governed for…

MIKE'S PICKS: PODCAST, TRAINING, ARTICLES ON MINISTRY Mike HessNational Representative Baptist Bulletin Podcast: A Regular Baptist Perspective on Lent What does Scripture say about the celebration of Lent? Where did this…

TEACHER TRAINING RESOURCES Train your teachers. Use your regular teachers’ meetings—or plan a special training weekend—to encourage teachers in their ministry. Consider using Impact Teaching or Teaching to Change Lives,…

GREAT TIME AT GARBC CONFERENCE, JUNE 25–28 Plan now to attend the 2019 GARBC Conference at Holiday Inn Des Moines–Airport/Conference Center in Des Moines,  Iowa, June 25–28. The conference affords a…

MINISTRY TOOLBOX Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: Good marriages don't come easy. It's important that couples understand how to develop oneness in…

MAKE YOUR CHURCH NURSERY ATTRACTIVE Does your church nursery attract young families? Parents often decide to attend a church based on its nursery. Improve your nursery program with RBP’s Lil’…

CONFERENCE AND COUNCIL NOMINATION INFO PACKET The 2019 GARBC Conference info packet will be arriving in a few weeks in your church’s mailbox. You will find the following info: Conference…

RESOURCES FOR YOUR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT National Representative Mike Hess suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: Audio: Listen to Christianity Today's interview with Kevin Bauder on the topic of…

STRENGTHEN MARRIAGES Start the new year right. Typically, January is a quieter time on the church schedule. Why not use the opportunity to boost your ministry with a couples’ retreat…

REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCHES: NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HESS As churches consider their involvement in the GARBC, they may be wondering questions like these: Why should my church be a part of…

BLOG AND BOOKS FOR YOUR MINISTRY Mike Hess, GARBC national representative, suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: “What I Love to Ponder at 10:01 a.m. on Sunday Morning”…

EASY AND AFFORDABLE CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PROGRAMS Christmas program practice season is coming! Looking for a children’s program? Regular Baptist Press has three easy and affordable Christmas programs to choose from.…

REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCHES: NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HESS Educational institutions play a crucial role in preparing students for a lifetime of service for Christ. This past month, my wife, Christina, and…

PODCASTS, BOOKS, AND ARTICLES FOR YOUR MINISTRY National Representative Mike Hess suggests the following resources for your ministry toolbox: On Preaching with H. B. Charles Jr. podcast H. B. Charles,…

JOB OPENINGS AT REGULAR BAPTIST MINISTRIES Regular Baptist Ministries is seeking to expand its staff. Consider joining a ministry team where employees enjoy coming to work, morale is strong, and…