August 24, 2011
Welcome to IBSA eConnection, a weekly electronic newsletter designed to provide Illinois Baptists with relevant, useful information and resources. We pray it enriches your ministry and helps your church to grow and minister.
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 Disaster Relief Training date change
The Disaster Relief Training in Southern Illinois at Lake Sallateeska Baptist Camp has been rescheduled from Oct. 7-8 to Sept. 30-Oct. 1. It's an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to become a Disaster Relief volunteer to receive training and for current Disaster Relief volunteers to renew their credentials. Find out how you can participate. |
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Read the August 29 issue of the Illinois Baptist online on Friday, August 26
 The August 29 issue of the Illinois Baptist will feature reflections from Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers who served in New York following the September 11 terrorists attacks and ideas on how your church can observe the tenth anniversary of the attacks. Available Friday morning at IBSA.org.
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 IMO Mission Study now available
The IMO Mission Study can help you share about the importance of missions in Illinois with your church. The one-hour study provides church leaders with additional information about the Offering and the Illinois missionaries featured in the IMO videos. Get the IMO Mission Study now. |
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5 must-know facts about first-time guests
 Pastors need to be aware of five significant facts about first-time guests seeking a church home. Learn more at ChurchLeaders.com.
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Sunday School checklist for Sept., Oct., Nov.
 The actions you take at the beginning of the church year can mark the direction of your Sunday School ministry. This checklist can serve as a reminder to your Sunday School Planning Team of items to consider as they plan. Get your checklist now.
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