IBSA eConnection

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

The spiritual state of our nation 
This is the State of the Union season, Tuesday night our President addressed the nation, Governors will address their respective states, and Mayors will address their respective cities. They will unveil their dreams for today and hopes for tomorrow. But who is addressing the the spiritual state of our nation? Find out at RonnieFloyd.com.

State VBS Clinics are just around the corner 

Come experience a Bible Study overview, participate in a sample Worship Rally, listen to VBS songs, see VBS decorations, sample snack ideas, and leave with inspiration about how you can do Vacation Bible School in your church. The first of four VBS Clinics is February 28 at the IBSA Building in Springfield. Get all four clinic dates and locations at IBSA.org/kids.
Register now for the Church Technology Conference
Do you need help producing quality videos for your church? Does your church know how to effectively use social media? Do you want to know what apps and programs will help your ministry? Find out about these and more at the IBSA Church and Technology Conference January 31 in Springfield. Register now at IBSA.org/worship. 

Six observations about speaking to pastors right before they preach

For most pastors, preaching is one of the most important facets of their ministries. It is that time when they get to expound on God's Word. Many times pastors get very distracted and even discouraged when someone speaks to them right before they preach. Find out what you should know  about approaching your pastor before the worship service at ThomRainer.com.

News from the Illinois Baptist
Teens navigate the mind-field   
The most recent AWSOM focused on "the battle for your mind" and found its biblical basis in 2 Corinthians 10:5, a verse that calls Christians to "take every thought captive to obey Christ." Find out how our thoughts can trap or protect us at IB2news.org. 
Male hands crossed for prayer in dark

12 keys to a more powerful prayer life

Years ago, an old saint shared with Rick Warren 12 prayer principles from the life of Jesus Christ. It made such a difference in his personal prayer life. Get these 12 keys from the Book of Luke at ChurchLeaders.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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IBSA Events

January  

 

31 Church Technology Conference - IBSA Building, Springfield  

 

February

20-21 Student Resource Conference - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

23 Tax and Retirement Planning Seminar - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

24 Tax and Retirement Planning Seminar - Emmanuel, Lemont 

 

28 VBS Clinics - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

March

6 VBS Clinics - FBC Marion

7 VBS Clinics - Pleasant Hill, Mt. Vernon

 

9 Children's Evangelism Conference - TBA

10 Children's Evangelism Conference - TBA

 

14 Children's Ministry Day - 13 locations 

 

16 Children's Evangelism Conference - TBA  

 

20-21 Disaster Relief Training - Lincoln Avenue, Jacksonville 

 

20-21 Rekindling the Call - Lake Sallateeska Camp 

 

20-21 Ministers' Wives' Retreat - IBSA Building, Springfield 

 

27-28 Evangelism Resource Conference - Tabernacle, Decatur 

 

28 VBS Clinic - Uptown, Chicago