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WEB DESIGN
Does your churches website need to be freshened up, or does your church need a web presence? Please fill out the questionnaire and submit it to iba@interstatebaptist.org and let us help you find the best solution and pricing.
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MI SSIONARY MOMENTS
August 1- 7, 2011
Laredo City, Texas, has a population of 300,000, but there are only 14 Baptist churches. North American missionary CHUY AVILA is working hard to penetrate this area with the Gospel. As a church planting missionary for the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, Chuy develops and implements church planting strategies for Laredo, one of the most unreached cities in Texas. Their initial goal is to plant 50 new congregations by 2015. In order to make this goal a reality, we need to pray, and we need to continue giving sacrificially to missions through the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering and the Cooperative Program. Chuy and MARIA Avila are grateful for your willingness to be involved in reaching the people of Laredo. Your prayers do make a difference.
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"BRIAN COLLINS" works with North Africian and Middle Eastern peoples including his friend "Farid," who asked him to lift up his graduate studies. "Months ago he presented his final project to his supervisor for review," said Brian. "For months Farid heard nothing, even after repeated attempts to contact him. Farid asked me to pray about this situation, so I lifted up this need and told him that I'd asked in Jesus' name that he would hear from his supervisor in the next two to three days. The next day, the supervisor responded. Farid's circumstances had been met by the Master! He was so excited, but he hasn't yet made the decision to follow Christ." Building relationships and sharing the Gospel is the heart of CP. Pray that Farid will become a follower of Christ and lead his entire family to do the same. |
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Mobilize Me -
The North American Mission Board's Send North America opportunity for your church to connect intentionally with ministry and church planting efforts throughout North America. Visit namb.net to register and find out how you can mobilize your church to reach communities in the United States and Canada. |
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LEADERSHIP
How Can I Manage The Masses?
Most of the time Pastors and leaders are responsible for too many people without cultivating other leaders. This has contributed to what could be called an under-leadership epidemic and could hinder what God has called us to do.
Last week we mentioned the fact that we need to talk to everyone we lead on a daily basis. However, this is not always possible. One might ask, "How can I talk to everyone, and manage them?" The answer is to pick targets during your management hour. Pick four to five people to focus on for at least fifteen minutes, making sure that the four or five people are not always the same people. For those you lead that are in remote areas, or have difficult schedules, utilize the phone and e-mail to communicate and stay connected.
However, some will still find this challenging and will leave room for a power vacuum. In the mist of the vacuum a, "ringleader problem," will arise. A ringleader is the squeaky wheel who has good relationships with everyone, and sometimes asserts their authority and influence in ways that are self-serving and often damaging.
To avoid the ringleader problem one must have a strong "chain of command," and use it effectively. You must cultivate leaders, and focus on them intensely to help them play the role you need them to play to help you with all the people God is sending, whether it be sixteen, sixty, or more.
In fact if you have sixteen, sixty, or more you know and are experiencing the fact that you cannot afford to be the only leader. Develop those that can be high performers who are in your inner circle. These individuals share and are focused on your priorities and are able to keep the main thing the main thing.
Reality check: do not give anyone leadership responsibilities of any kind - unless you are prepared to focus on those new leaders intensely and personally.
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MEN OF SIMPLICITY (MOS):
A ministry of Simplicity Ministries®
Pastor, would you like to see the men of your church living their lives simply and purely devoted to Christ? Would you like to see men becoming the divinely appointed leaders they are called to be? Do you need a plan and a partner to equip men to this end? Mike Thibodeaux, Simplicity Ministries®, has for the past two years been leading men (Men of Simplicity) in the East Portland/Gresham area on Monday nights doing just this, and are beginning their third year. Through a 12 month format of large group teaching sessions and small group discussion times, men are connecting to God and each other with transformational results. If you would like to involve a group of men from your church in this Monday night meeting or have Mike speak at a men's event call: 971.219.6964 or e-mail: mike@simplicityministries.org.
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CHURCH AND MINISTRY REPORTS
 GREATER GRESHAM - Gresham, OR
Would like to share with what God is doing through their church to view please click here .
TRINITY - Damascus, OR
May and June were some really good months at Trinity Church. We had two baptism services and have more to come! We had one of our highest (non-event) attendance days of the year at 88, which during the summer is great for us. And a really cool worship service in the park on July 3rd with over 80 in attendance. Keep praying for us because I really feel like some momentum is building toward breaking the big 100 barrier soon.
Please prayer for our Survivor Day Camps that begin July 25 and go through the 29th. Survivor Day Camp is our biggest outreach of the summer and we hope to see lots of new families reached. We will be hosting the camp outdoors on a local farm and the theme revolves around the TV show Survivor full of challenges and outdoor adventures. We want to show kids that through Jesus we are not only survivors but victors! Be in prayer for leadership, safety, and changed lives.
IGLESIA VIDA NEUVA - Gresham, OR
They have been meeting in the park every Sunday after services for outreach and fellowship. They have continued their leader training that takes place every Thursday as they prepare for the growth that God has blessed them with. they have been average 230 per week and for the month of July have reported 2 profession.
THE COMMUNITY - Vancouver, WA
A fundraiser was held to send students on mission. They are sending 8 students overseas on two different mission trips and 6 studetns will be stay in the US to be on mission in various places.
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KINGDOM MINDSET
Developing Leaders Today For Tomorrow!
Dr. Tim Brown is the Senior Pastor of FBC of Clovis and the Director of Leadership Networks with Growing Healthy Churches, overseeing the training of hundreds of churches. Tim provides leadership, teambuilding, church health consulting and conference speaking for various churches and denominations throughout the United States, Australia, India and Africa.
Tim arrived at FBCC after a split occurred in 1995. Since Tim's arrival in 1997, FBCC has grown in average weekend attendance from 70 to over 900 with over 850 baptisms. FBCC invests over $150,000 each year in local and international missions and church planting, and planted Flipside Christian Church in Madera, CA.
Oregon City Baptist Church, 16363 S Swan Ave in Oregon City will host the meeting, which is sponsored by the IBA and NWBC.
The training will begin on Friday, September 30 with dinner at 5:30 p.m. Introductions will be at 6:15 p.m. Tim will share The FBCC Story from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
The training on Saturday, October 1 will begin with breakfast at 8:30 a.m. The training session, The Kingdom Mindset, will be from 9:00 a.m. to Noon.
Though there is no charge for the training, a love offering will be taken to cover the cost of meals and Dr. Brown's expenses.
For more information or to register contact:
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For more information and a sneak preview please visit our website at http://www.interstatebaptist.org/content/honor-begins-home or www.Courageousthemovie.com.
Don't miss out on this great leadership development initiative September 30th, 2011 in a theater near you!
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 VBS 2012 - PREVIEW!
God is awesome and has amazing power!
"Amazing Wonders Aviation: Encountering God's Awesome Power," is the theme for Lifeway 2012 VBS.
Think vintage aviation from the 1930s and 40s biplanes and bomber jackets. Children, student and adult VBS participants will fly to some of the world's greatest natural wonders as they encounter our awesome God and His amazing power
They will take off each day from the Amazing Wonder Airstrip and visit some of God's marvelous God-made creations: Victoria Falls, the Northern Lights, Paricutin Volcano, the Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon and the Matterhorn.
VBS is one of the greatest evangelistic activities for the SBC. In 2009 alone reports indicated that more than 25,000 churches hosting VBS. More than 2.8 million children, students and adults were enrolled and more than 88,000 people made a profession of faith in Christ.
To find out how your churches can be involved in this great evangelistic activity please contact IBA's Soul Shaper Director Bev Jackson at soulshaper@interstatebaptist.org, or NWBC/Lifeway VBS Consultant Leigh Ann Stark at l.a.stark@comcast.net, or visit www.lifeway.com/vbs.
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MISSION OPPORTUNITIES
NW BAPTIST CONVENTION VOLUNTEER NEEDED!
The Northwest Baptist Convention needs a volunteer groundskeeper as soon as possible. The person currently volunteering will be leaving in August and would like to spend some time in training. The job requires approximately 20 hours a week from March through October (the busiest season), with hours negotiable October through February. There are RV hook-ups available. Laundry facilities are also available.
For more information, contact Sherry Hodgson, MSC Mobilization Coordinator, hlhodgson@netzero.net.
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It is amazing how individuals especially students love to serve if they are given the opportunity. With projects that are a worthy causes and deserving of their time and effort. So, I say let them serve in tangible ways!
We still have some openings in one of of summer projects:
- August 8th - 14th, 2011 - We will be assisting Evergreen Community church in Washington with some building repairs and maintenance. We will also be canvasing the community with the Gospel and holding services every night at the church.
This opportunity will be a great time of sharing the Gospel and learning experience for all that participate! If you are interested in becoming a part of SWEAT Ministries Service Projects please contact Crystal Miller- crystal@sweatministries.org.
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VOLUNTEER REQUEST - Japan 2011
 General Description of Need and Project This team will be working with SBC and other GCC (Great Commission Church) partners in various construction projects. They will go into various devastated towns, villages, and/or cities in the affected areas along the Miyagi Coast to help with various carpentry jobs and needed repairs. Specifically, they will do light framing, hang sheet rock, put in sub-flooring, OBS weather proofing, and oriented strand board. In the process they will be encouraged to meet and assist people, befriend them, make contact to encourage them, and the need for skilled carpenters. These teams will remain flexible and ready to fill specific DR needs as determined by Tohoku Care (Japan Baptist Disaster Relief) as time and the situation require. Specific Type of Work to be completed Although the members of this team are being requested because of their carpentry skills to do light framing, hang sheet rock, put in sub-flooring, OBS weather proofing, and oriented strand board, these teams will remain flexible and ready to fill specific DR needs as determined by Tohoku Care (Japan Baptist Disaster Relief). As time and the situation require, they should be prepared to do whatever is necessary to meet people in the affected areas and assist by doing such activities as mud-outs, cleaning houses, streets, parks, public areas, delivering relief supplies, meeting particular needs, and encouraging disaster victims, etc. Team members should be alert to help identify needs for potential future volunteer ministries. The needs in the affected communities constantly change; therefore, the team must be very flexible, ready to do whatever is needed or whatever is requested. Tohoku Care is working to establish trust relationships with the various communities and with local leaders for long term relationships. We expect to work in conjunction with Sendai area churches for long term follow-up. For more detailed information and estimated cost for team members please (click here ) You can also contact the IBA/NW Disaster Relief Coordinator Dave Hillison at dr@interstatebaptist.org, or call him at (503) 789-6952. |
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MINISTRY REVIEW
The Griffins have answered the call of the Lord to the ministry of music, and are dedicated to proclaiming the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in song. We believe the world we live in today is in desperate need of the encouraging and saving message of Christ and His promise of eternal life through salvation. We are blessed and honored to be given the opportunity to bring encouragement to those who know the Lord and more importantly, to use music to reach those who have not yet experienced the joy of those who are saved by grace.
The Griffins bring musical background of more than four decades to their ministry. Together the trio's close harmonies and worshipful melodies combine to be musical salt and light to a world still searching for answers to the ultimate questions of life. No venue is too large or small.
Genre: Contemporary Gospel / Pop
Booking Information:
Griffin Ministries
200 W Arlington St.
Gladstone, OR 97027
(503) 656-2784
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A PLACE FOR PASTOR RENEWAL
 Genesee Home Retreat Center, located in the northern Sierra Nevada of California, is the perfect place for a pastor and spouse to refocus.
For more information (click here )
www.GeneseeHome.org |
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DISASTER RELIEF "AUTUMN TRAINING"
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (SBDR) Chaplaincy Training will prepare a team member to deploy anywhere in the Northwest. Volunteers who have completed the SBDR Chaplaincy Training and desire to be deployed nationally as well as around the Northwest will need the addition Critical Intervention Stress Management (CISM) Training offered in October. Both courses call for 12 to 13 hours of classroom instruction.
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- ICS is a disaster management team that effectively directs and coordinates a disaster response. In the event of a disaster in the Northwest (requiring significant resources) the state director may call together the ICS team to coordinate the DR teams. ICS requires 12 to 14 hours of classroom instruction. Those volunteers trained and experienced in ICS may be called out to serve nationally.
- October 28th - 29th, 2011
- CISM Training - Chaplaincy training
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- ServSafe
All training will take place at:
Camp Touchet
1130 N Touchet Road
Dayton WA 99328
(509) 387-4585
For a church recommendation form for the Chaplain's training click here.
For registration and pricing to attend any or all trainngs please click here.
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