Stone Mountain Baptist Association
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Dr. Larry Cheek
Associational Missions Strategist
Stone Mountain Baptist Association
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Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters,
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that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel.
Phil 1:12 NIV
2019 Associational Missions
Strategist Report
I want you to join me as we seek to Advance the Gospel! The Apostle Paul, although, writing from prison and chains, continued to “advance the Gospel.” As we approach a new decade of ministry, may God use us as His instruments of grace to take the Gospel of Jesus Christ across the street to every neighborhood and people group in our geography and literally around the world.
This report will describe out intentions and plans to advance the Gospel and accomplish the mission!
On a personal note, I am grateful for the opportunity of serving as your Missions Strategist for the past 24 years. These have been the most rewarding days of my ministry! Our staff serves the greatest churches and leaders anywhere!
Where Are We as an Association of Churches?
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to continue reading.
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SMBAC Adopts New Mission Statement
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"SMBAC strengthens churches to start churches and mobilize laity in partnership to ignite a spiritual awakening."
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Passion for Evangelism was Ingited at the
2019 SMBAC Annual Meeting
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Peace Baptist Church Praise Team kicked off the opening plenary session of the "Ignite Your Passion for Evangelism" 180th Annual Meeting of the Stone Mountain Baptist Association.
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Pastor Tyrone Barnette delivered an amazing word at the Annual Meeting! “The Miracle of Opening Stingy Hearts” Mark 6:30-44. Barnett quoted "
The disciples discovered they had more than they thought! Jesus said go and get bread to feed the multitudes and they came back with bread and fish. When you do what God says, there is always an AND!”
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Grateful to our Spanish speaking friends that want to Ignite a movement to reach Spanish speakers in our communities with the Gospel!
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Closing session of our Annual meeting at Stone Mountain FBC. Great music by the FBC Stone Mountain Choir!
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Levi Skipper, Evangelism Catalyst with the Georgia Baptist Mission Board closed out our Annual Meeting preaching on the “Great White Throne Judgement”. He stated” if you aren’t fishing you are not following Jesus!”
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Scott Smith's breakout on "How to use social media to share Christ" is 1 of 15 workshops that was led at the 2019 SMBAC Annual Meeting.
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Stone Mountain Association's Disaster Relief Team served dinner for the 180th Annual meeting at First Baptist Church, Stone Mountain, GA.
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Stone Mountain Baptist Association of Churches
Administrative Team Highlights
2019
- Strategic Planning Team adopted a new mission statement for SMBAC.
- Job descriptions were updated for Multi-Cultural and Community Stategist and Administrative Assistant.
- Affirmed the launch of a Network of Churches to serve churches beyond our Baptist Family.
- Approved the use of our building on Sundays by Zoe Christian Ministries effective 10/1/19.
- Voted to make Ministry Assistant a full-time position.
- Funds received from DOT right-of-way settlement.
- Purchased a new block party trailer and recruited a team to deliver and maintain the trailer.
- Received donation of portable baptistry and trailer from Statham Community Church.
- Approved employment of Larry Black as Church Planting Catalyst and approved six months support.
- Approved one year's support for Rick Kirkland/Stone Mountain Missions.
- Adoped the Caring Well Challenge of the ERLC.. This is a policy to curb sexual abuse in churches.
- Approved budget increases for the comerical property insurance and health insurance (Humana) policies.
- Established an emergency fund from overages in the Health Savings Reimbursement accounts.
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ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Ken Magness, First Stone Mountain
Ryan Wyatt, Church 213
Doug Ferguson, Heritage Hills
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MEMBERSHIP TEAM
Carl Johnson, Peace
Clint Culpepper, Harvest
Jeff Perkins, Mansfield
Tim Barnes, First Covington
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LEADERSHIP TEAM
Mike Peavy, Gratis
T.J. Bennett, High Point
Lamonte Scott, Grace Missionary
Bob Lindsay, First Lithonia
Russell Graves, Clearview Ministries
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New Work Foundation
Grants
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On May 30, 2019 the New Work Foundation trustees approved a two-year, $24,000 grant for partial funding for a new Church Planting Catalyst (CPC) for the SMBAC. Larry Black started as the Association's CPC in June 2019. He comes to our area after serving many years in church planting roles, most recently in Virginia. He will be focusing primarily on church planting across our area. The trustees were excited to be a part of providing resources to support such a highly qualified leader on the Association's staff to help facilitate starting new churches.
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On June 18, 2019, the Executive Committee approved a $15,000 grant for Reach the Nations Church. The grant will assist the church with the cost of purchasing a van and insurance. The van is critical for the church since their primary ministry is to immigrant families. These families most often need transportation so the can participate in church activities. The van can also be used t assist in the church's ministry to immigrants.
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The trustees of the New Work Foundation are appreciative for the financial support from individuals and Associational churches. With your support, we will continue "Resourcing New Churches for Healthy Beginnings!"
Click the button below to give to the New Work Foundation.
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Our 2020 budget is a huge step of faith! The budget total is $336,863.00. A 1.6% increase. We encourage your church to consider increasing your gifts to Stone Mountain Baptist Association of Churches.
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Please be sure to identify what your donation is for. Mail to :
SMBAC
PO Box 911
Conyers, GA 30012
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be sure to identify what your donation is for in the description box on the PayPal site, so that it will be credited to the proper account.
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SMBAC Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
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Stone Mountain Missions Newest Addition
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Stone Mountain Missions is proud to introduce the latest addition - our Golf Cart! It has taken a year but God is faithful. We are looking forward to being able to enhance our work by getting around the campground with ease to visit with campers, residents and employees.
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Join the Stone Mountain Baptist Association
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The Following Churches are Under Consideration for Membership:
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Agape Bible Church
in Covington led by Pastor Calvin Bryant
Word of Faith Church
in Lilburn led by Pastor Clando Brownlee
Transforming Faith
Church in Decatur led by Pastor Lee May
The Bridge Church
in Covington, Pastor Jherald Williams
Is your church interested in joining the Stone Mountain Baptist Associaton?
CLICK HERE
to begin the process.
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Ministers Connection Opportunities
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- Bi-vocational Roundtable: Meets Monday, Nov. 25th, 7-9 pm in Conyers at the SMBA office.
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- Roundtable at Trinity Ellenwood: Meets Monday Nov. 11th, 7-9 pm at Trinity BC.
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- Roundtable at CATG: Next meeting is Thursday, Nov. 7th, 9-11am at Church at the Grove.
- Student Leaders Meeting: Next meeting is Tuesday, November 26th, 9 pm at the SMBA office.
- Pastors Roundtable at Stone Mountain FBC: Meets Tuesday, Nov. 5th 12pm lunch at WNB 1054 Main St, Suite C Stone Mountain followed by Roundtable at SMFBC's Administrative building.
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- International Pastors Roundtable: Meets Tuesday, November 19th at 7 pm, exact location to be determined. For more information, please email Bill Johnson at ksccall@gmail.com.
- Newton County Servant Leader's Meeting: Every Wednesday morning. 8 am at IHOP in Covington.
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The Stone Mountain Baptist Association of Churches is looking for housing for church planters and re-planters in our area. One is a family of 4 (Dekalb) and 3 (Newton). Do you know of someone who has a place for a family to live in Newton County and Dekalb County where these men can live with their families?
the office today!
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We want to promote what our churches are doing!
If you would like us to help you share, please send us your information by
CLICKING HERE
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All content should be submitted by the 25th of each month to be included in the upcoming month's newsletter.
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Heart to Heart Women's Ministry is having a brunch! All women are invited to attend for a morning of fun and fellowship. This is a FREE Event but tickets are required for door entry.
CLICK HERE
to reserve your ticket.
Saturday, November 9, 2019
10 AM – 12 PM
7037 Highway 212N
Covington, Georgia 30016
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Stone Mountain Baptist Association
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Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm
closed 11:30 am – 12:30 pm for lunch
Location: 1200 Green St SE, Conyers, GA 30012
Mail to: PO Box 911, Conyers, GA 30012
Phone: 770.483.2776
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Dr. Larry Cheek
Associational Missionary
Bill Johnson
Missions Connections
Larry Black
Church Planting Catalyst
Rick Lunsford
Associate Director Bold Mission Builders
Melanie Malcolm
Ministry Assistant
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Dr. Bobby Gilstrap
Executive Director NWF
Joel Brown
Director Bold Mission Builders
Rick Kirkland
Missions Catalyst
Selina Nichols
Ministry Assistant
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