MAY 2020

LITTLE RIVER BAPTIST ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER

God is moving in some incredible ways during this Covid-19 season. Churches are experiencing record number of views and responses to their online messages - up to 10x average attendance. Churches are being very creative in their small group meetings, Online morning devotionals, testimonies and phone calls. Please continue to pray for the Lord to bring revival and awakening to our nation and that millions of souls would be saved and disciples made for His glory!  We also know that even with the inability to meet physically, LRBA Churches have been meeting community needs. You have been involved in supplying hot meals, purchasing masks, organizing food drives and hosting blood drives. We pray that the love of Jesus Christ will be at the forefront of all that is done for our neighbors. May it be the beginning of many new relationships that grow into a community of committed followers of Christ! -LRBA Staff

NC Baptist Webinar May 6th or 7th  How should we think about being the church in the new normal? How will the lessons we have learned shape our church when we gather together again? May 6th-7th Webinar Registration

A Helpful Guide: Reopening Your Church As North Carolina officials consider a phased-in approach to reopening, N.C. Baptist churches are anxious to gather in person for worship. Below is a helpful guide of ideas to assist you in making the most of this reengagement.  Reopening Your Church Guide

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE : Spout Springs Church, May 9th 10-2:30PM Sign Up

Would you like to participate with thousands of Christians on May 5th who want to pray specifically for a spiritual renewal in our families, churches and our country? Please learn more & participate in this prayer effort by registering below. Info & Registration Ministers' Wives Retreat July 13-15, Caraway Conference Center Ministers' Wives Retreat Registration

MINISTERS' EVENTS

Ministers’ Monthly Conferences May 12th - 10:00AM—Via Zoom Meeting Pastor Soul Care:  Navigating Confict, Stress and Burnout in Ministry Facilitator: Pastor Barry Lawrence, The Lakes Community Church (Please watch for an email with instructions or email missions@lrba.net for the Zoom Meeting ID)

Ministers’ Monthly Prayer Initiative May 26th - 10:00AM—Via Zoom Meeting A Time of Kingdom Focused Prayer for Revival & Awakening (Please watch for an email with instructions or email missions@lrba.net for the Zoom Meeting ID)

Minister/Staff Golf Day June 16th, 9AM Keith Hills Country Club (Please RSVP to Marty Dupree by June 9th)

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Baptists on Mission Grant A church may apply for a grant up to $1,000 to help feed children who no longer have access to school meals or care for families who are isolated because of the virus. These funds will be available to churches to help meet those needs. Complete the form below to apply for this grant. BOM Grant Form ‌ Please go to the Baptist on Mission Website to find out how you and your church can help in your community and state.  BOM Website

The LRBA WMU Annual Meeting that was scheduled for May 12th at Lillington Baptist Church has been postponed . The WMU Leadership Team will advise once a new date has been scheduled. Items for Refugees :  Please hold on to all items that you have collected for Kim & Mark Wyatt. The needs of the ministry are being met very well, and they have no immediate needs at this time. These items will be collected at a later date as needed by Amanda Burke. A date will be sent via email soon.

LRBA Senior Adults Update The Senior Adult Fellowship/Fun Day planned for May 14th at Antioch Baptist has been canceled . We look forward to gathering with you for our Fall Revival. -LRBA Senior Adult Ministry Coordinators

Here are some ways to help guide you as you prayerfully seek God’s direction in saying, “Yes to VBS” this summer. Get your free Lifeway VBS e-book guide here . Click here for a BSCNC resource guide to learn what your church can do now to get ready and considerations to be made about decisions regarding the future of children’s ministries in your church.