IBSA eConnection
January 4, 2012
 
Zone MapIBSA Zone Consultants are on the field in 2012
IBSA's new zone strategy groups the state's local Baptist associations into 10 regions, or zones, with each zone served by a "zone consultant" from the IBSA staff. Consultants focus on three priorities: strategy development with associations; identifying and developing churches that can be a resource to other churches in their region in various ways; and working with directors of missions and pastors to develop leaders in the region. Learn how more about the zone strategy at IBSA.org.

Building Powerful Ministry Teams5 regional Building Powerful Ministry Teams events coming in 2012

Make the most of your church leadership teams whether they operate as a church staff, deacon body, youth ministry group, hospitality committee or other team by attending Building Powerful Ministry Teams training sessions this year. Find an event near you at IBSA.org.

Illinois Missions bulletin insertFree Illinois Missions bulletin inserts available to churches

Free Illinois Missions bulletin inserts are available to IBSA churches and missions. More than 250 Illinois Baptist churches have already subscribed to receive the bulletin inserts, which are a ministry of IBSA. Published in January, April, July and October, the inserts feature the ministries of IBSA churches and the Cooperative Program. Learn how your church can subscribe at IBSA.org.

Welcoming guests25 proven outreach ideas for your church

The best outreach ideas aren't necessarily the most expensive, high-profile or elaborate. Real outreach happens when Christians demonstrate the love of Christ in ways that are meaningful and tangible to unbelievers, magnetically drawing them to the Lord ... often through a local church. Learn more at Outreach Magazine.com by downloading the free PDF booklet, "25 Proven Outreach Ideas for Your Church."

DelegateDelegating responsibility in your church

You know the story. Moses' father-in-law, Jethro, helped him get organized. The people were divided into groups, assistants were named, and the work efficiently done. Our Lord, of course, referred to Himself when He said, "On this rock I will build My church" (Matt. 16:18). Yet he poured his life into developing twelve leaders who would be the human instruments through which he would do the building. Find out how to better delegate ministries in your church at ManagingYourChurch.com.

Thinking beyond SundayThinking beyond Sunday

While Sunday morning usually gets priority in church, the present culture is now demanding that leaders expand that mindset and look at opportunities beyond the "one-time-a-week" offering. Learn how your church can expand its ministry beyond Sunday at LifeWay.com.

IBSA eConnection is 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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