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Cullowhee Baptist Church in North Carolina is one of the newest Alliance congregational partners. Learn more about the church's journey into the Alliance in Around the Alliance below.
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Cullowhee Baptist joins the Alliance, anticipates much shared ministry
by Tonya and Jeffrey Vickery
When Cullowhee
Baptist Church began 2018 as a new partner with the Alliance of Baptists, several members wondered out loud: "Why did it take us so long to join the Alliance?"
Indeed, the various expressions of faith and practice that are Alliance passions -- ecumenism, partnership in mission, relentless hospitality and social justice -- reflect well the hopes of the congregation here at Cullowhee Baptist, located in Cullowhee, N.C. Simply put, we chose now to become a congregational partner with the Alliance of Baptists because we believe it best represents the welcome and outreach to all people that the gospel of grace commands.
We are nestled in a wide and protective mountain valley and within the boundaries of the Nantahala National Forest. Cullowhee is a Cherokee word that means either "valley of the lilies" or "buzzard's roost." Cullowhee Baptist has been on the progressive side of Baptist faith and practice since we began in 1821 as the first church west of the Balsam Mountain range.
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Alliance News
Annual Gathering sponsorship helps make event accessible
by Jason Smith
For many of us, the Alliance of Baptists'
Annual Gathering is a time of reconnecting with friends, learning ways to be better advocates for justice, and joining other like-minded Baptists in engaging with the Spirit's call. And, because the Alliance aims to live out the inclusivity and embrace of the gospel message, we are intentional about welcoming people of all backgrounds and situations to this yearly event.
As such, we offer free admission through scholarships to college, graduate and theological students, and workshop facilitators are offered reduced and complimentary registrations. On-site childcare for children five and under also is provided so parents can attend, and the Alliance covers ancillary expenses related to facilities used at the host site.
You are invited to help make the 2018 Annual Gathering April 26-29 at Harmony Creek Church in Dayton, Ohio accessible to all by becoming a sponsor.
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Early bird registration ends March 26,
which also is the deadline for children's
and youth programming.
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In Partnership
Active Hope brochure features partners' hope-filled work
by Toya Richards
Whether it's providing
life skills for veterans who've experienced homelessness, holding tutoring and literacy programs for youth, or making available toiletries, food and clothes for those who are without, Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries in New York City is on the front lines of providing direct
services and educational support to the most vulnerable living in its community and the city.
That's why it is one of 36 Active Hope ministry partners the Alliance of Baptists is committed to around the world. Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries' work, as well as that of several other Alliance ministry partners, is featured in the new Active Hope print brochure (formerly Bridges of Hope) now available to order. To do so, email
paula@allianceofbaptists.org.
An image from Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries is featured on the cover of the brochure, and inside are details about it and the work of seven other partners. A complete list and information about all the Alliance's Active Hope partners can be found
online, along with information on how to support them by
giving to the Alliance.
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