Bruce, gender, & the church: Are we ready for this?
Bruce, now called Caitlyn, Jenner has been in the news this week appearing on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine as a woman. How should we as the church react to the growing discussion on transgenderism? Find out at IB2news.org.
Interested in Church Planting? Attend the 2015 Church Planting Rendezvous
Make a difference in the future of Baptists in Illinois by mobilizing your congregation to Pray, Partner or Plant at the Church Planting Rendezvous July 11 in Peoria. This conference is for anyone with an interest in starting new churches. Find out how you can participate at IBSA.org.
"Will I be fully accepted at your church as a gay man?"
Pastor David Prince shares his response to an e-mail that asked: "I believe church should be for all of God's children. No exceptions. I am a gay man. My question is, would I be fully accepted with no judgment and fully welcome and able to serve at Ashland Avenue Baptist Church?" Read how Prince responded at ERLC.com.
Super Summer has a new school this year - Purple School for sixth graders! Plus, all students will have the opportunity to participate in service evangelism projects at Super Summer. Find more and how to register at IBSA.org.
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Super Summer has a new school this year - Purple School for sixth graders! Plus, all students will have the opportunity to participate in service evangelism projects at Super Summer. 
