News from the Illinois Baptist
Warren, Platt speak out on religious liberty
The Supreme Court's deliberation on the Hobby Lobby case brought new attention to religious freedom, but the topic is still relatively under-the-radar for many churches. Prior to the Court's decision in Hobby Lobby's favor, a panel including Pastors Rick Warren and David Platt said it's critical that pastors help raise their church members' awareness of religious freedom issues. Find out more at IB2news.org.
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 Help us fill 1,000+ Backpacks of Hope! Backpacks of Hope, a Serving Across Illinois project, gives you and your church the opportunity to partner with church planters in northern Illinois. They're putting together back-to-school projects for August which will include school supply distribution to school children in areas that are struggling financially. Please commit to partnering with us in this endeavor as we are seeking to fill 1,000+ backpacks. Learn how you can participate at IBSA.org. |
 Watch the live Beth Moore simulcast at the IBSA Building
Dig into Scripture with world-class author and Bible teacher Beth Moore during this unforgettable Living Proof Live Simulcast experience! If you've ever enjoyed studying the Word through Beth's Bible studies, you'll love experiencing her teaching via simulcast. Beth's mission is to guide women everywhere into a richer, more fulfilling relationship with the Father. Learn more at IBSA.org. |
 6 reasons Millennials aren't at your church
Why aren't Millennials at your church? You don't want them there. It sounds harsh, but if your church does not have anyone under the age of 35, it is because of the culture you have established. They don't feel at home there and until they do, they won't be there. Learn what your church can do to change this at FactsAndTrends.net. |
 The devastating issue pastors aren't discussing
The vast majority of pastors drastically underestimate the prevalence of domestic violence and sexual abuse within their congregations, says a new report from Sojourners and IMA World Health. Learn more about these issues at ChristianPost.com.
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