BGAV Churches Offer Creative, Meaningful VBS Experiences for Their Communities

August 13, 2020

Drive-thru VBS at Bon Air Baptist Church Provides Meaningful Ministry for All Ages

by Kim Boswell

God’s blessings were everywhere...in the parking lot of Bon Air Baptist Church!

Back in early April, as our team was meeting to determine what Vacation Bible School could look like, we had no idea that this drive-thru experience would be as meaningful and such an inspiration as it was to children, youth, parents, and grandparents!

God led us through every detail of the planning "Knights of North Castle," reminding us that we were providing hope, love, and joy in the midst of a pandemic.

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Relief for Our Ministry Partners in Beirut, Lebanon

The world was shocked by the devastating explosion that rocked Beirut on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. Our prayers are with the people of Lebanon as they move forward with recovery.

Virginia Baptists have long been friends and ministry partners with the Lebanese Society for Educational and Social Development (LSESD). Since 2019, LSESD has also been a part of the BGAV’s focus:refugees partnership, bringing awareness and resources to the plight of forcibly displaced persons around the world.

Please donate to our international relief efforts in Lebanon and visit the BGAV website for updates.

Kairos Ministries Seeking New Student Info for the Fall

Are there students from your church and community heading off to college in the fall? The BGAV supports a vibrant network of Collegiate and Young Adult ministries on college and university campuses all over Virginia called the Kairos Initiative. If you know a first-year undergrad or transfer student, we would love to reach out to them and invite them to be a part of one of our Kairos ministries in their area. Share your student information and learn more about Kairos.

This Year's Alma Hunt Offering for Virginia Missions Focuses on COVID-19 Relief Ministries

This year, the Alma Hunt Offering for Virginia Missions is meeting real needs in real time. View allocations, read stories, download resources, and donate online at AlmaHunt.org!

Favorite Scriptures from the BGAV Staff Family

This summer, every issue of Advance Notice will feature a favorite scripture verse or passage submitted by a member of the BGAV staff. We hope these scriptures will inspire you in your daily walk with Christ and also help you get to know our staff a little better.

Hebrews 10:35-36, NASB

Therefore, do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God, you may receive what was promised.

“This verse reminds me that trust in Jesus is well-placed. Difficulties will come, but don't give up the faith and endure to the end. Jesus is worth it!” - Beth Barth

Beth is one of BGAV’s receptionists. She has served since 2019.