IBSA eConnection

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

News from the Illinois Baptist 
Church celebrates God's faithfulness through building project
In the year it's taken to build a new church, Pastor Don Hannel and the members of First Baptist Church, Pleasant Hill, have seen God move in numerous ways. One moment that stands out: when they raised the 30-foot steeple in the air, pausing first to dedicate the building to the Lord. Read about it at IB2news.org.

6 thoughts about proper pastoral attire for worship services

Tie or no tie? A suit or Dockers? How should pastors dress for Sunday morning worship services? Read what Thom Rainer and others have to say at ThomRainer.com.
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What church leaders should never say about leadership development
What you say about leadership development, even in casual conversations, will inevitably impact the culture you are forming. Learn eight things you should never say at EricGeiger.com.

Groups Matter Sunday School Resource Conference

Get great small group leadership training for just $10 person! Choose a location closest to you: IBSA Building, Springfield or Logan Street Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon. Every participant will receive a bag with Sunday School resources. Register today at IBSA.org.
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4 ways churches can maximize movies in their ministry

American media is the second largest export of the United States shaping people's worldview, values, and priorities. How should a church respond? Can churches use these movies to further their mission to make disciples? Find out at LifeWay.com/Pastors. 

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Annual IBSA Softball Tournament 

Play ball at the Annual IBSA Men's Softball Tournament August 15 at Rotary Park in Decatur. Get all the information you need to register at 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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