Why should you give to the Mission Illinois Offering? The Mission Illinois Offering is the most direct channel Illinois Baptists have to support the missions in our state that are really important to us here.
Internal barriers refer to those obstacles that are inherent in the organization and the facilities of the church. They are self-imposed or self-inflicted. Some of these barriers are long-standing and difficult to remove. Learn how to recognize these barriers at ThomRainer.com.
Become an IBSA Disaster Relief volunteer
Would you like to be part of the third largest disaster relief agency in the United States? Become a disaster relief volunteer by participating in the Oct. 9-10 training event at Lake Sallateeska. You can be part of a mudout, chainsaw, feeding or other team. See how at IBSA.org.
Beyond thank you: 5 non-financial keys to attracting and keeping great leaders
Finances are tight these days and financial rewards for great leaders are getting tougher to provide. What to do? People gravitate to where they are valued most. So value people. Find out how at ChurchLeaders.com.
Get excited about Youth Encounter
This year Youth Encounter is Sunday, October 11 from 3-10 p.m. at a church near you! Our three locations are Chicago, Mt. Vernon and Decatur. The cost is just $25 for IBSA churches and includes dinner. The price goes up to $30 at the door so register before October 9! Get more information at IBSA.org/students.
Let's go back to church
The kids are back in school, so now let's go back to church. That's the idea behind National Back to Church Sunday, Sept. 20. After Labor Day is one of those times when the number of church visitors increases. Find out how your church can prepare at IB2news.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.
Get excited about Youth Encounter
