Wednesday, August 26, 2015

The Mission Illinois Offering Sept. 13-20: Serve

The 2015 MIO video "Together, In Concert" tells several stories about the work Illinois Baptists support through prayer and giving. Evangelism is "the point of the plow" in all our work, whether it's mission trips or mission projects, children's camps or VBS training, or equipping church leaders: the overarching goal is to help churches make disciples. Learn more and see the video at IB2news.org.

Why the Internet makes preaching more difficult

We can share the gospel with others around the world by the push of a computer button. We can also find hundreds of resources to help prepare and deliver better sermons. See why it can also make preaching more difficult at ChuckLawless.com.

Refresh Worship Arts Conference Sept. 18-19

The Refresh Worship Arts Conference is targeted to pastors, worship pastors, ministers of music, music leaders, choir members, praise band and praise team members, along with anyone who loves and appreciates church music and worship. Learn more about this event at IBSA.org.

5 reasons pastors have guest blindness

Nearly 300 pastors were asked if their church does a good job of meeting the needs of first-time guests. Ninety percent of the pastors said "yes." However, less than 20 percent of the guests said their visit was good. Find out how to solve guest blindness at LifeWay.com.

Children's Missions Celebration Oct. 2-3

The Children's Missions Celebration offers the opportunity for kids in grades 1-6 to interact with missionaries, make crafts, and learn about a different culture. There will be separate girls and boys tracks with gender-specific activities. Register now at IBSA.org.

These 3 things are on God's shoulders, not a leader's

From Moses' call until his death, he is leadership wisdom embodied. What he did right provides powerful wisdom to young leaders and experienced leaders alike. What he did wrong helps us understand our own messes and begs us not to repeat them. Read why 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.