SBC 2013 goal: 'Revive Us That We May Be One'
Revival is the theme of this year's SBC annual meeting June 11-12 in Houston. SBC President Fred Luter chose the theme because he believes the brotherly love that distinguishes God's disciples is the only way the convention will experience the revival it so desires. Read more from Luter at BPNews.net.
- Get annual meeting information, make hotel reservations, and more at SBCAnnualMeeting.net.
- Find out who will be speaking at the June 9-10 SBC Pastor's Conference at SBCPC.net. |
7 things pastors should never say
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Pray for America: May 2 is the National Day of Prayer
The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people to pray for our nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. Learn how you can participate at NationalDayofPrayer.org. |
6 great ways to follow up with first time guests
There are a few things first-time guests expect when they visit your church. They expect to be greeted warmly; they expect to fill out a card with their contact information; and they expect someone from your church will follow up with them. Fail to meet any of these expectations, and they aren't likely to return for a second visit. Get six great ways to follow up with first time guests at OutreachMagazine.com. |
Ride-2-Ridgecrest this Memorial Day Weekend!
Kick stands up for the annual Memorial Day Weekend Ride-2-Ridgecrest, NC. Leave May 23 to ride the Cherohala Parkway, to the Tail of the Dragon, to the Blue Ridge Parkway, all the way to Ridgecrest where you'll hear from Coach Tommy Bowden, spend time in worship and participate in breakout events. Learn more about this May 23-29 event at IBSA.org. |
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