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September 14, 2011
 IBSA Annual Meeting Nov. 2-3
This year the Illinois Baptist State Association Annual Meeting is moving south to First Baptist Church in O'Fallon. The meeting will celebrate "Churches Cooperating" to reach their Acts 1:8 mission fields. The keynote speaker is Frank Page, president of the SBC Executive Committee. Learn more about the annual meeting and how to make hotel reservations at IBSA.org. |
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 Disaster Relief Teams still needed
Five Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief chainsaw teams are clearing debris from trees downed by Hurricane Irene in Leonardtown, MD, but mud-out teams are still needed in several northeastern states and in Iowa. Chaplains are also needed for the flood ravaged area of Binghamton, NY. For more information, contact Rex Alexander at (217) 391-3134 or Jack Shelby at (217) 299-3412. Find out about the upcoming Disaster Relief Training event. |
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 Illinois Mission Offering Season of Prayer Sept. 18-25
The Illinois Mission Offering (IMO) supports nearly 100 missionaries across the state. This year's state-wide IMO goal is $430,000. Promotional materials including a planning guide, posters, prayer guide, videos, listening guides, adult study and children's sermons are available at IBSA.org or by calling (217) 391-3116. |
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 Girls' Mission Celebration
This year's Girl's Mission Celebration (formerly GA Day) will focus on Russia and its unique culture. The celebration will be held Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in the Springfield area where girls will hear missionary speakers, participate in Bible study, make Russian crafts, enjoy specially prepared Russian food, and more. Get additional information at IBSA.org. |
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 Don't worry about inviting me
"I know we're friends, and you go to church, but I know talking about your faith makes you uncomfortable. At least, that's the sense I get." Read more from James Emery White, pastor, Mecklenburg Community Church, an SBC congregation in Charlotte, N.C. |
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 5 ways to overcome the fears of witnessing
Fear is the number one barrier to personal evangelism. Many fear rejection, failure and more. Find out how to overcome the barriers created by fear that block many from sharing Christ at ChurchLeaders.com. |
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