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The Executive Board of the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV) and the Executive Board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas (BGCT) have approved a partnership for chaplaincy endorsement and training.
Rev. Todd Combee, senior pastor at New Bethesda Baptist Church in Mechanicsville as well as a retired military chaplain, will serve as the BGAV representative. Rev. Combee shared with BGCT executive board members, "[We] are very excited about this partnership, allowing us to minister to chaplains in our area, as well as Virginia Baptist chaplains who will be a part of this process."
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You're invited to Bringing Church Home: Reimagining the Mission of the Family, March 15-17, in Harrisburg, PA.
The Amore Project helps the whole Church rediscover the family as the domestic church and the New Testament 'oikos' as a center for community and mission. Amore trains married couples to embrace their marriage as a sign of the gospel and a calling to minister among those who are far from God.
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Join us for Mission Matters April 28-29 at West Lynchburg Baptist Church!
Mission Matters is designed to foster conversations and encourage renewed approaches to local and global missions. Develop new ideas and learn about opportunities to engage in hunger ministries, international partnerships, global discipleship, disaster response, immigrant outreach, community development, and more.
Learn more and register online!
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Summer Mission Opportunities
Do you know young adults eager to find a way to use their gifts and talents in ministry? Summer Venturers has opportunities across the US and around the world, with Impact Mission Camps or Disaster Response, as well as in Ghana, Lebanon, Haiti, and Romania.
Our international partners in Romania and Haiti have opportunities for partnership in both of these countries. There are opportunities to serve with kids, utilize medical skills, teach English, work with kids with special needs, and more!
MC2: Missions Celebration Connection will be July 24-28 at Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center. MC2 is an intergenerational experience featuring missions, discipleship, worship, fellowship, and fun! Randy Cooksey, Minister of Youth at Broadus Memorial Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, will be the keynote speaker. Learn more!
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Luke Edwards, award recipient
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Fresh Expressions US Team Member Wins Evangelism Award
We're proud to announce that Fresh Expressions US Team Member Luke Edwards is the recipient of the Western North Carolina Conference Clergy Award.
Below is an excerpt from the Foundation for Evangelism's article about Luke and the award:
"Luke is meeting people where they are, really listening to them, helping meet the physical needs of food, shelter and warmth as well as answering the 'Why Jesus' question and leading them to 'How do I invite Jesus into my life'."
Read the entire article.
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Do You Like Free Resources?
Both Fresh Expressions US and V3 Church Planting Movement are currently offering free e-books:
How to Start a New Kind of Church by Luke Edwards
Church doesn't work the way it used to. There was a time where the central role of the Church in American life could be taken for granted. But those forms of church are quickly losing traction in our culture.
It's time for something fresh.
In this totally free ebook, Luke Edwards will introduce you to Fresh Expressions: a method for starting, growing and multiplying new forms of Church. His book has been compiled for many years and is finally available for free!
Download the book.
How to Become the Church Your Neighborhood Needs
by JR Woodward, Dr. Karen Wilk, and Deb Strenke
You drive by lots of church buildings. But are they the churches that your neighborhood needs? How do you even know what kind of church your neighborhood needs?
In this free ebook, you'll learn:
- How to "Exegete" a Neighborhood
- 5 Shifts to Becoming a Neighborhood Church
- A Simple Neighborhood Practice of Evangelism-even if evangelism freaks you out!
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Registration is now open for BGAV's NEW Ministry Equipping Network!
Does your church have children? Tweens? Youth? Families? How do you develop ministries to help your people grow as disciples of Jesus? Ministry leaders need training-training that is practical, high-quality, affordable, and flexible enough to fit into their busy schedules.
We're excited to tell you about the launch of the new
BGAV Ministry Equipping Network! The network will provide distance learning courses in children's, youth, and family ministries. Your leaders can take courses in the areas they need training, or make a longer-term investment and complete a Ministry Certification.
The courses will be offered in March, June, and October, and
registration is now open!
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Summer Camp registration at Camp Piankatank is now open! Situated on the beautiful Piankatank River, there are a variety of awesome tracks and overnight options for children age 6-17. This year's theme is
Overflow from Luke 6:45.
Learn more about summer camp today!
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Tax & Compensation Planning Seminars are currently being offered around the Commonwealth.The seminars are designed for church staff and lay leaders who handle taxes and compensation. Attendees will get help with compensation planning for church staff (including retirement and insurance), handling minister's taxes, and federal reporting requirements for churches. Learn more
about the seminars and find one close to you!
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There are a number of opportunities for Sunday School teachers and directors
coming up, including several webinars, in-person training opportunities, and the National Sunday School Director Training. Tony Brooks, BGAV Sunday school specialist, helps facilitate these opportunities. Learn more about upcoming Sunday School events.
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Applications for college scholarships and ministerial education funds are now open! Through Cooperative Missions offerings, the BGAV provides these opportunities for eligible Virginia Baptist students who need aid in financing their education. BGAV Scholarships and Ministerial Education Funds can help students earn an undergraduate degree, pursue undergraduate or graduate education in preparation for vocational ministry, or access training and continuing education opportunities. Learn more.
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STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR BGAV FAMILY
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There are ample opportunities in the coming weeks and months for leadership development and training, retreats, and more! Take a look:
February 25, 2017
Parkwood Baptist Church, Annandale, VA
February 27, 2017 - First Baptist Church, Dillwyn, VA
March 2, 2017 - Dan River Association Office, Halifax, VA
March 6, 2017 - Bonsack Baptist Church, Roanoke, VA
March 9, 2017 - Mount Ararat Baptist Church, Stafford, VA
March 14, 2017 - Abingdon Baptist Church, Abingdon, VA
March 16, 2017 - Harrisonburg Baptist Church, Harrisonburg, VA
March 3-4, 2017
Richmond's First Baptist Church, Richmond, VA
March 10-11, 2017
Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church, Greenville, NC
March 10 - 12, 2017
Eagle Eyre Baptist Conference Center, Lynchburg, VA
April 1, 2017
Calvary Baptist Church, Lynchburg, VA
April 30, 2017
Meadows of Dan Baptist Church, Meadows of Dan, VA
Coaching Classes
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Are You Reading the BGAV Blog?
The BGAV Blog contains stories, columns, resources, and news that can help your faith journey. View the latest posts:
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Churches and ministries are posting new jobs to our ministry jobs board every week. Below are some of the most recent postings:
- Pastor @ Hopewell Baptist Church, New Kent, VA
- Senior Pastor @ Fairfield Glade First Baptist Church, Fairfield Glade, TN
- Organist @ First Baptist Church, Newport News, VA
- Director of Music @ Friendship Baptist Church, Chesterfield, VA
- Senior Pastor @ Woodcrest Chapel, Columbia, MO
- Administrative Assistant @ Baptist General Association of Virginia, Henrico, VA
- Pianist @ Troutville Baptist Church, Troutville, VA
- Office Administrator @ Mechanicsville Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, VA
- Part-Time Receptionist @ Baptist General Association of Virginia, Henrico, VA
- Minister to Youth @ Hillcrest Baptist Church, Hanover, VA
View all ministry jobs.
Submit a ministry job.
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