IBSA eConnection

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

News from the Illinois Baptist
2014 ERLC Leadership Summit: The Gospel and Human Sexuality
Illinois Baptist managing editor Meredith Flynn is in Nashville this week covering the ERLC's Leadership Summit. Topics include how churches should talk about sex, pornography as a "silent killer" in churches, and more. Read her coverage at iB2news.org.
Exterior of modern American church with contemporary architecture Religion vs. The Church
Religious leaders will try to convince you their man-made path, typically a list of "dos" and "don'ts" they choose to adhere to, is the only way for God to be experienced. The result is usually a life filled with frustration and guilt, when that journey asks for more than it provides. See why the church is greater than man-made religion at PastorsToday.com.
START: Collegiate Ministry Workshop
There are nearly 1 million students in Illinois and we can help one another reach them with the Gospel by starting new things. This workshop is designed to equip you for collegiate ministry through peer learning, teaching from experts, and exposure to fresh resources. Find out how you can register to attend this May 16-17 workshop in Springfield.

JPEG illustration of gospel singer in silhouette on blue gradient background. Text  Praise Jesus ... Calling all worship leaders! Don't miss this retreat

Now that Easter is over, register for the IBSA Worship Leader's Retreat Saturday, May 3, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the IBSA Building in Springfield. It will be a great conference for worship leaders, pastors, and praise team/choir members featuring Craig Adams, Multi-Dove Award winner, and Bert VanderMark, visual worship artist from St. Louis. Register now for just $15 at IBSA.org.

Funny people portrait fisheye caricature. Isolated on white background. Is your group a dysfunctional mess? Jesus' group was

Except for its leader, this leadership training group seemed to lack any observable spiritual leadership potential. Learn what to do the next time you feel like there are tensions and problems in your group at ChurchLeaders.com.

Addressing the friendless pastor
It's ironic that pastors, who talk the most about the need for community, experience it the least. Their days and nights are filled with calls, meetings, and interactions with people. But despite lots of people contact, they have few trusted peers. Find out why this happens and what to do about it at ChristianityToday.com. 

IBSA eConnection is a weekly e-newsletter designed to provide Illinois Baptists with useful information and resources. We pray it enriches your ministry and helps your church to grow and minister.

 

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May

1 Evangelistic Leaders' Workshop - West Union Caf�, West Union

 

1-3 Women's Missions Celebration - FBC Marion

 

2 Youth Ministry Worker Connection - Aurelio's Pizza, Bourbonnais

 

2 Singing Churchmen Retreat - IBSA Building, Springfield

 

3 Worship Leaders Retreat - IBSA Building, Springfield

 

3 Churches of Strength Conference - Bethel, Bourbonnais

 

5 plantMIDWEST on The Gospel and Money Chicago - Armitage BC

 

5 plantMIDWEST on The Gospel and Money St. Louis - August Gate BC

 

11 BCHFS Mother's Day Offering

 

12-13 IBSA Golf Scramble - Oak Terrace Resort, Pana

 

16-17 Mother/Daughter Camp - Lake Sallateeska & Streator Baptist Camps

 

16-17 START: Collegiate Ministry Workshop - IBSA Building, Springfield

 

22-26 Rally to Ridgecrest

 

23-24 Men of Valor - Lake Sallateeska