Serving and equipping our churches to fulfill the Great Commission.
Plug In & Get Involved!
As the Executive Director of the SYBA, my focus is to serve as a resource and to encourage our pastors and churches, equipping them to fulfill the Great Commission.

Many opportunities are available to equip SYBA churches and church members in the upcoming months. It is very important to work with others in fulfilling the Great Commission; that is why the SYBA works together with its churches and with the NC Baptist State Convention to do training and other ministries. 

Consider plugging in to these opportunities - more info is below in this newsletter:

  • Region 8 Mission Rally: learn how you and your church can partner in reaching others for Christ. 
  • NC Baptist Discipleship Conference: learn how to better make disciples. 
  • Dental and Medical Ministry: volunteer to help our SYBA church plant Harmony International host the NC Baptist medical and dental busses. 
  • Revitalization Conference: learn how you can help your church be more effective. (If your church doesn’t need revitalization, come to the conference to see how you can come along aside another church to help them.)

Pastors, I encourage you to come to our monthly prayer meetings where we pray and encourage one another. I also want to encourage our pastors to come to our Meet and Greet pastor’s fellowship, where you can meet our new state catalysts and our new liaison to the Baptist Children’s Home. 

Let’s work together, encourage one another, and reach this area for Christ!

Blessings!
Rev. Noel Williamson
Executive Director, SYBA
Encourage Pastors
Pastor Prayer Meetings
Please plan to join your fellow SYBA pastors for monthly prayer! All pastors welcomed - youth, associate, worship, etc.

  • Wed Feb 9 @ 8-9 am, Miller's Restaurant, Davie County
  • Wed Mar 2 @ 8-9 am, SYBA office, Iredell County
Register Now!
Pastor Luncheon/Meet & Greet
March 22 @ 11:30 am at Society Baptist Church
Attention senior pastors, associate pastors, and youth pastors! SYBA is hosting a meet and greet during our quarterly pastor luncheon at Society Baptist on March 22 at 11:30 am. Our guests will include new Region 8 Great Commission Catalysts and new resource staff available to you through the Baptist Homes of North Carolina. Fellowship time will include a Chick-fil-A lunch! Directions

Please make your reservation by contacting Noel Williamson at nwilliamson@sybaptist.org to help us order enough lunches. Also, let Noel know if you would like a salad.
Mobilize to Share Christ's Love
souper bowl
February is Souper Bowl Month!

Let's think about more than football in February! Be a part of Souper Bowl and collect donations for SYBA's food pantry:

  • Canned soup
  • Crackers
  • Ramen noodles

Donations can be delivered to our Front Street Pantry (1431 Front St Statesville) on Wednesday's 8:30-11 am, or contact NWilliamson@sybaptist.org to make alternate arrangements.
Register Now!
Church Revitalization Workshop
Mar 14, 9am - 4pm @ Trinity Baptist Church

The Nehemiah Initiative is a one day conference with six sessions (workbook provided) where pastors and lay leaders can come together to learn about the principles of revitalization. The conference is predicated on prayer, vision, faith, leadership, respect, dealing with resistance, revival and change. The conference will give you and your church hope, with biblical insights, that will help enable you to lead into a post-COVID phase of ministry. Join us as we share these eight principles for rebuilding your churches spiritual walls. Your church can experience revitalization and renewal.

Please make your reservation by contacting Noel Williamson at nwilliamson@sybaptist.org to help us plan for enough lunches.
Register Now!
Baptists on Mission Regional Rally
Monday Feb 21 @ 5:45 - 8:30 pm

Baptists on Mission is hosting a Mission Rally for our region at Mt Ruhama Baptist Church in Maiden NC. This is a great way for your church to learn about and get involved in missions! The rallies will highlight the variety of opportunities across our state, nation, and world (including Disaster Relief).

The rally will include worship, short testimonies, mission videos and a prayer time. A meal will be provided at no charge, but reservations are necessary to ensure an accurate meal count. To register, click here or call Melanie Crawford at 919-459-5596. The meal will begin at 5:45 pm, followed by the program from 6:50 pm-8:30 pm.

Volunteer Now!
NC Baptist on Mission Medical & Dental Buses at Harmony International Mission July 22-23 2022

We are looking for volunteers! Think you might be interested? Come to an informational meeting on February 17th at 7 pm at Harmony International Missions. Directions

If you have any questions or need any more information, contact Mary Jordan at 704-682-3994 or email at dmmrd@bellsouth.net.
Do More Together!
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What is Your Church Planning?

Do you have an event planned that you would like to invite those outside your church to?

Please send Leslie Kusek information at lkusek@sybaptist.org and we will include it in the next newsletter!
You Are Invited!

SYBA Backpack Facebook Group: Join by clicking here! This will be where updates and information will be posted.

Fairview: Cancer Companions for anyone affected by cancer. Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 6:30 pm for a group setting where you can listen, or ask questions and learn how to draw closer to God during this difficult time in your life. Directions

South River: Grief Share. Weekly classes Feb 6-May 15. Sunday's 3-5 pm. For more info, contact Steve Jenkins 980.263.4134. Directions

Beulah: The Kingdom Heirs in concert. Feb 12 @ 5 pm. Proceeds benefit Rooted in Grace & Love missionaries in Peru. Tickets $15. Directions

Cornerstone: Upward Soccer League Grades K-5. Register at one of the Evaluation Dates (Saturday, Feb 12 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm or Saturday, Feb 19 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm). Cost: $70/Child). For more information, contact Adam Caetta, Upward Sports Director, at 704.267.9822 or upward@cornerstonenc.org.

Faith Based Partners Breakfast: Feb 23 @ 8-9:30 am. Hosted by Iredell-Statesville Schools. Fruitful discussion & collaboration. Career Academy & Technical School Troutman. Contact Susan Pope if interested by Feb 14 at 704.872.8931. Directions

Fairview: Blood drive March 14 @ 3-7:30 pm. Go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter Fairview to schedule and appointment or call Janie Benton at 704.876.9278. Directions
Save the Dates for Return 2022!!
Fairview Church Kids is Now Hiring

Fairview Church Kids Care is a 4 star day and offers a friendly, pleasant working environment. Teachers are responsible for planning daily lessons, listening and interacting with children and maintaining the health and safety of each child. Benefits include accumulating PTO, 12 paid holidays, Life & AD&D insurance, short term disability and dental. Pay is $12-18/hour depending on education & experience. $500 signing bonus after 90 days employment. Call 704.873.2605 or email resume to fairview@fairviewbaptist.net to apply.
Worship Leader Opening

Fork Baptist Church is seeking a worship leader, who will be under the leadership of the Senior Pastor and responsible for organizing, planning and leading the church in worship. Fork Baptist has a blended style of worship, hymns and praise. Tasks include preparing worship media for presentation and working with individuals that will assist in leading worship. If interested please contact Pastor Robert Garrett at Fork Baptist Church -336-998-8306
Full Time Pastor for Parenting & Children's Discipleship Opening

South River Baptist Church is looking for a Pastor for Parenting and Children's Discipleship. This is a full time position. If you are interested or know of someone who is, please contact Pastor Chris Thompson at chris@southriverbaptist.com or 704-876-1520.
Part Time Youth Director Opening

Cornerstone Baptist Church is looking for a part-time Youth Director. This person will provide leadership and discipleship for the youth ministry of our church through Bible study, fellowship, missions, and evangelism. For a complete job description, more information, or to submit a resume, please contact Adam Caetta at 704-267-9822 or usmcamc@yahoo.com.
Resources
NC Baptist Foundation Scholarships Due Feb 15!
NC Baptist Foundation has four educational scholarships available for Baptist students. Applications for these scholarships are online until the close of business on Feb 15, 2022.

The Luther H. Butler Scholarship
For NC Baptist students attending Campbell University, Chowan University, Gardner-Webb University, Mars Hill University, Meredith College or Wingate University

The Bullard Family Scholarship
For NC Baptist Students preparing for Christian ministry attending any institution of higher education

The Martha Watson Scholarship
For NC Baptist Students attending any institution of higher education

The Mildred Frances Thomas Music Scholarship
For NC Baptist students who are music majors with an interest in piano and/or organ as their medium at a Baptist college, university or seminary

Click here for more detailed information and to apply.
Disciple Making Conference Feb 22
Most ministry leaders are squeezed into a mold of measuring success by what happens at church on the weekend. What if your church was known more for multiplying disciples than adding worship attenders? At the 2022 Disciple-Making Conference, you will be inspired and equipped to become a church on mission to win, build and send missional disciples. Click for more info.

Location: Friendly Avenue Baptist Church, Greensboro Directions
Foster Care Training
March 19-20 and April 2-3

Peninsula Baptist Church is partnering with The Baptist Children's Home to offer free training to become respite care providers. This training replaces the need for DSS training. Peninsula is providing childcare and meals for your family during training to help make it easier for you to attend.

Training will take place over 2 weekends: March 19th-20th and April 2nd-3rd. Both Saturday sessions will be from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, and both Sunday sessions will be from 1:30-4:30 PM. Directions

Contact Gina Lingle to register at 828.593.0961 or glingle@bchfamily.org. Go to bchfamily.org for info. Click here for the registration form.
2022 Missions Conference March 25-26
The 2022 Mission Conference will include worship in 3 general sessions, breakout sessions, missions fair exhibits, missions testimonies, volunteer supper and more!

The speakers for 2022 are Bryan Loritts, Shelia Walsh, Tom Richter, Lee Stroble, Todd Unzicker, Shauna Pilgreen and Laura Story. The Annie Moses Band will lead worship in all general sessions. There is a $20 per person registration fee which includes all general sessions, all breakout sessions, name tag, materials and lunch on Saturday. There is also an optional "Mission Opportunities" Friday supper for $8 per person.


Location: Calvary Baptist Church, Winston-Salem Directions
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SYBA Donations (Sept 1 2021 - Jan 31 2022)

Total Receipts $87,269.51
(as of Jan 31, 2022)

Total Budgeted Receipts $78,330.00
Received vs. Budget $8,939.51
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Our Mission  
Our Mission is to Serve & Equip Our Churches to Fulfill the Great Commission.

Our Vision
Our vision is to serve our South Yadkin Baptist Association churches so they fulfill the Great Commission. We aspire to design services and tools specific to their needs to equip them to serve Christ effectively, fulfill their calling to disciple and reach those unchurched in our community. We aspire to bring value to our churches and help them to be a do all that God has called of them for His kingdom.

Our Values
Our five values of the South Yadkin Baptist Association define the way we do ministry together as a network of churches. The drive behind our values is a solid faith in the Lord Jesus Christ to fulfill our calling to serve, equip, encourage and care for our churches, pastors and their staff.

Partner in Prayer
We encourage and pray for our pastors, churches and unchurched friends through planned events and systems to pray corporately, in small groups and through our prayer network.

Encourage Pastors
We appreciate our pastors and will give care, personal visits and consistent contact with associational leaders to affirm their ministry in the local church.

Do More Together
We engage our churches in relationship with each other to network on initiatives to build the body of Christ and proclaim the name of Christ in our community and wherever God leads.

Help Fulfill Ministry Needs
We help, provide and assist churches with resources to fulfill their mission and help them minister to needs.

Mobilize to Share Christ's Love
We mobilize churches to share the gospel with unchurched friends in our community, some of whom will accept Christ as Savior.
[PO Box 5249, Statesville, NC 28687]  [704.873.4372]  [Sybaptist.org]