Celebrating the past, embracing the present, looking forward to the future
Relief for Today and Hope for Tomorrow!

Romans 15:13
13 Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Thank you for your gifts this past year to the North Carolina Missions Offering (NCMO) to impact kingdom work! Of the 76 associations in North Carolina, SYBA ranked tenth in giving - an awesome accomplishment. The ministries of Baptists on Mission (Disaster Relief), church planting, mission camps, associational projects and mobilization are all made possible because of your contributions to the NCMO. Click here for video. 

The SYBA used our portion of the State Mission Offering to bring the NC Medical Bus and the NC Dental Bus to our church plant in Harmony, where we shared the love of Jesus in two different languages! It is so awesome to see our churches on mission together!

This year's offering goal is $2.1 million. Churches typically emphasize NCMO in September, but offerings may be received at any time throughout the year. Click here for resources to promote in your church.

Thanks for your giving to the SYBA and to the North Carolina Missions Offering! We can do so much more by working together!

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

  • Wed Sept 14 @ 8-9 am, Miller's Restaurant, Davie County
  • Wed Oct 5 @ 8-9 am, SYBA office, Iredell County
Save The Date!

Pastors' & Wives Dinner: October 20, 2022 @ 6:30 pm @ Fallstown Baptist Church
Mobilize to Share Christ's Love
Send SYBA Your Prayer Requests!

Our staff and our prayer team are ready to pray for your needs — whether they are great, small or somewhere in between. Your requests will remain confidential as we seek the Father’s will on your behalf. If you have a praise report from an answered prayer, please share that as well — we will celebrate God’s grace and goodness with you!

Baptists on Mission Responding to Flooding in KY

NC Baptist Disaster Relief continues to assist areas of Kentucky impacted by flooding. For more information, to donate or to sign up to help, click here.
Serve at the NC State Fair

Come serve with us at the North Carolina State Fair October 13 - 23, 2022! We would like for you to serve this year and also help recruit a group from your church. 50 people per day are needed to serve and it will take all of us working together. Individuals are welcomed and groups are encouraged! Click here for more info.
Do More Together!
Thank You SYBA for A Successful 2022 Fair Ministry!

The traveling fair workers were so appreciative of the home-cooked meals served with a smile, the well-filled hygiene bags and the laundry supplies, including a roll of quarters for the machines! They love coming to Iredell County knowing they will experience love and compassion from our SYBA churches. Many of them shared prayers requests with us. As you can imagine, their requests mirror many of ours: health, safety and family members.

This year 25 churches participated! Thank you to the 176 volunteers who shared their time and talents at the fair:

  • Meals Served: 653
  • Snack Bags: 50
  • Hygiene Bags: 64
  • Free Haircuts: 14
  • Laundry Baskets: 50

Praise God for you and this ministry!
Updates from the SYBA Food Pantry!

We've changed our format! After 2 1/2 years of serving clients in the parking lot, we've moved inside the building!

Now, when our clients arrive, they are greeted by a volunteer and welcomed at the desk registration. They are able to speak with one of our Encourager volunteers who shares the Gospel with them and prays with them. Since we've moved inside, we've already had one client pray asking Jesus into their heart and two others who prayed to recommit their lives to Him.

After talking with an Encourager, our clients are assisted by a Food Pantry volunteer as they choose items from the shelves for their families. Then, another volunteer "Runner" helps them load their groceries into their car.

Want to be a volunteer? Please contact Mary Jane Hoover at mhoover@sybaptist.org. The SYBA Food Pantry currently is open on Wednesday mornings, but we anticipate opening on Thursday afternoons in the near future.
A look back....

As SYBA celebrates our 150 Year anniversary this year, we will take time to remember our journey.

This month we recognize the 12 charter member churches and their pastors:

  • Bethel, J.K. Howell
  • Charlotte
  • Eatons, W.R. Gwaltney
  • Fork, William Turner
  • Jerusalem, W.R. Gwaltney
  • Mocksville, W.R. Gwaltney
  • New Bethany, J.B. Marsh
  • New Hope, J.B. Marsh
  • New Union
  • Shady Grove, W.M. Dowell
  • Society, J.B. Marsh
  • Trading Ford, W.A. Pool
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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!

  • Southside - Homecoming. Sunday Sept 18 @ 10:15 am. Special message by Dr. Hugh Cooper. Directions
  • Fairview - Field of Dreams Community Event Sept 24 @ 5-7:30 pm. Food, music and inflatables. Directions
  • Fairview - Blood Drive. Monday Sept 26 @ 3-7:30 pm. Register at RedCrossBlood.org and click on Fairview Fairview. Directions
  • Fork - Fall Festival. Oct 30 @ 5-7 pm. Directions
Pastor Scott (Fairview Baptist) has planned an Israel Trip!

February 22, 2023-March 4, 2023
If you are interested, please contact Pastor Scott at Scott@FairviewBaptist.net
Opportunity to Minister in Iredell Statesville Schools

SYBA churches have the opportunity to minister to homeless students in Iredell Statesville schools with food, clothing, and mentoring. Homeless students in some schools include 15%-25% of the population. This means the students are staying in a motel with someone other than a parent. We need volunteers to commit to set times per week to be available. Anyone interested please contact Wesley Dezern of Hebron Baptist Church at 704-437-9023 or dukebluewes@gmail.com.
Grill 4 God Ministries Golf Outing Oct 7

G4G Ministries Inc. is a faith based, non-profit ministry committed to glorifying our awesome God by serving and ministering to those in need physically and spiritually with a mobile grilling and ministry impact team. Each year, they hold a golf outing to raise money to fund this ministry. Join them!

Resources
Construction Skills Training Oct 15 @ 9am-3pm at Shelby Camp

NC Baptists on Mission Construction Skills Training offers training in basic skills needed to assist with construction ministry. Attendees will learn how to hang and finish drywall, install flooring, layout and frame walls, build wheelchair ramps, and other skills. This is a great training for students, women and men. Click here for more info.
Register for 2022 NC Pastors Conference Nov. 6-7, Greensboro

A two-day event filled with enrichment, equipping and inspiration. We'll hear from some of the best proven leaders and pastors among our Great Commission partners.

As a pastor, you face challenges from every angle. Whether it be caring for your family, your soul, your staff or your congregation, your role can feel like a lonely endeavor. This year, we want to come alongside you and provide encouragement, resources and practical help for your life and ministry.

2022 NC Baptists Women's Conference Oct 28-29, Caraway Conference Center

The 2022 N.C. Baptist Women’s Retreat, “Remember,” will encourage and challenge you to cultivate your relationship with the Lord through study of His Word, time in prayer and fellowship and encouragement with other women who are also seeking to know Him more.

You are SYBA!
Thank you!!!
SYBA Donations (Sept 1 2021 - Aug 31 2022)

Total Receipts $206,990
(as of Aug 31, 2022)

Total Budgeted Receipts $188,000
Received vs. Budget $18,990
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