IBSA eConnection

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Illinois Baptist previews SBC in Baltimore

Leading up to the Southern Baptist Convention in Baltimore June 10-11, the Illinois Baptist will preview the annual meeting in "Baltimore Oracles," a series of columns about SBC elections and key issues. Read today's article "Math makes a difference" at iB2news.org. 

9 heartfelt things pastors would like to say to their church members

Most pastors love their church members dearly. They truly care for those they serve. But pastors are human. And there are times they would like church members


Basics for Baptists: Man

Is mankind really made in God's image? See what the Bible and the Baptist Faith & Message say in B-101: Basics for Baptists, from the editors of the Illinois Baptist newspaper. Read about this and other topics in B-101, a study of the basic beliefs and missions of our denomination at IBSA.org/B101. 

 

10 ways to raise the spiritual temperature of your church

No one does more to determine the spiritual temperature of a church than the pastor. When you find yourself in a spot where you're leading a lukewarm body of people, there are some things you must do to change the game. Learn 10 ways you can raise your church's spiritual temperature at OuteachMagazine.com.

Follow these simple rules to make your church man friendly
We all understand how important it is to reach men in our churches today, but how we reach them is a bit more difficult. Find out how pastors can create a more man friendly church at LifeWay.com.

Missions Camps at Lake Sallateeska and Streator

Missions Camps are just around the corner! Camp at Lake Sallateeska is June 16-20 and at Streator July 21-25. Both camps are open to grades 3-12 and the cost is just $110 per person for the entire five days. For more information or to register, visit www.IBSA.org.

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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