IBSA eConnection

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Ezell and LewisEzell, Lewis to speak at Men's Mission Rally

Men, learn how you can be more involved in missions and church planting at the Men's Mission Rally March 26 at First Baptist, Herrin. Local, North American Mission Board and International Mission Board representatives will share short testimonies about their work in missions. The keynote will be delivered by Dr. Kevin Ezell, North American Mission Board president. Tim Lewis, pastor, Bethel Baptist, Troy will also speak. Find out more at IBSA.org. 

1010 things pastors desire in a church member  
As a follow-up to the article, "Ten Things Church Members Desire in a Pastor," which appeared a few weeks ago on eConnection, Thom Rainer shares insights on what pastors long to see in church members' lives. The top three are 1. A vibrant prayer life; 2. A spirit of unity; and 3. A respect of the pastor's family. Read more at ThomRainer.com. 
2013 VBS'Colossal Coaster World' VBS Clinics coming to a church near you!
Come experience a Bible study and/or a rotational site curriculum overview, participate in a sample Worship Rally, listen to VBS songs, take photos of VBS decorations, taste VBS snack ideas and leave with inspiration about how you can host a VBS in your church. Emmanuel, Carlinville is the site of the year's first clinic March 9. Visit IBSA.org for additional dates and locations, and to register.

Valentine's Day coupleHow can your church minister this Valentine's Day?

Looking for a way to demonstrate God's love to your community this Valentine's Day? Learn how your church have a 'cookie extravaganza' in 4 easy steps at IBSA.org.

 

How can your church celebrate and invest in marriages leading up to Valentine's Day? Find out how your church can host a special Valentine's Day dinner event for couples in your church at IBSA.org.

Questions11 questions church leaders should be asking

The start of a new year is often a good time to stop and evaluate what you are doing in ministry, ask if your church is making a difference for His Kingdom, and seek to make any changes or adjustments to reach the unsaved. Find out 11 crucial diagnostic questions to ask yourself and your leadership team at ChurchLeaders.com. 

RegretDealing with regret

If only I had ... Regret is a painful thing. We look back on the foolish things we have done and the good things we have left undone. We lament wasted years, wrong attitudes, hurts inflicted on others, missed opportunities. Erich Bridges, IMB writer, examines common regrets expressed by people who are dying -- and he adds a few regrets he himself has at BPNews.net. 

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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IBSA Events    

 

February

10 Racial Reconciliation Sunday 

 

11 My Hope with Billy Graham Training - Roland Manor, Washington 

 

11-17 Focus on WMU Week 

 

12 My Hope with Billy Graham Training - IBSA Building, Springfield; Third BC, Marion 

 

16 Tax Seminar - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

23 Churches of Strength Super Saturday Seminar - Lincoln Avenue, Jacksonville 

 

23 Hispanic Women's Training Event - Primeria Iglesia, Bolingbrook 

 

March

3 Technical Ministries Workshop - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

2 National Sunday School Directors Seminar - First, Herrin 

 

8-9 Ministers' Wives' Retreat 

 

9 VBS Clinic - Emmanuel, Carlinville 

 

12 Evangelistic Leaders Workshop 

 

16 Children's Ministry Day - 5 locations 

 

16 Hispanic Women's Training Event - Iglesia Bautista Larkin Avenue, Elgin 

 

23 National Sunday School Directors' Seminar - Broadview Missionary, Broadview 

 

23 VBS Clinic - Richland, East Peoria; Marshall Missionary, Marshall 

 

26 Men's Mission Rally - First, Herrin 

 

26 REACH Evangelism Training - Friendship, Plainfield 

 

27 REACH Evangelism Training - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

28 REACH Evangelism Training - Logan St., Mt. Vernon 

 

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