What if our American Baptist family were in charge of the first Christmas? We would unquestionably be telling a different story today if that had been the case. Imagine us sending only one person dressed in camel’s hair and a leather jacket to pave the way! I don’t think so. Our ABCUSA news service would […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 12/20/19)—Leadership of the Young Adult Caucus of American Baptist Churches USA (ABCUSA) met November 8 at the American Baptist Home Mission Societies Leadership and Mission Building for a meeting of transition in leadership. The Young Adult Caucus became a recognized Caucus of the denomination in November 2016 at a Board of […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 12/18/19)—The American Baptist Churches Board of General Ministries announces a Mission Table, to take place May 19-21, 2020 at the Green Lake Conference Center in Green Lake, Wis. The Mission Table will meet around the theme, “United in Christ, Together in Mission,” and will bring together representatives from American Baptist regions, […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 12/20/19)—In commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School’s beginnings—with thirteen men and thirteen dollars—“School of Prophets: A Bicentennial History of Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School” unfolds the organizational history of a great theological seminary, as well as the dramatic story of the notable women and men who […]
Luke 1: 46b-55 Isaiah 35: 1-10 “God is turning the world upside down.” Whatever else can be said about Mary’s song of praise to God, this “Magnificat” from the heart of the mother of Jesus, proclaims is that God is the One who brings down the mighty and exalts the lowly, who fills the hungry […]
Retiring General Secretary Lee B. Spitzer shares about his ministry foundation, his passions in ministry, and his plans for the future Early time in seminary and as a local church pastor 1) Where was your foundation built? My spiritual journey as a disciple of Jesus Christ began when I discovered that Jesus was the Jewish […]
PARKESBURG, PA (ABNS 12/9/19)—On behalf of American Baptist Churches USA, MMBB Financial Services honors Parkesburg Baptist Church in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania with the 2018 Widow’s Mite Award. MMBB recognizes Parkesburg Baptist Church for the congregation’s dedication and giving to the Retired Ministers and Missionaries Offering (RMMO). The RMMO, one of four national ABCUSA offerings, provides financial […]
The ABCUSA Office of the General Secretary and the ABCUSA Creation Justice Network would like to invite you to join us for a webinar, “Moving Forward: A guide to climate action for people of faith” on Thursday, December 12th at 4:00 pm, EST. In this season of Advent, the creation is groaning, but there is […]
Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 3:1-12 This week we celebrate the Advent theme of peace. In the famous words from Isaiah, “They will not hurt or destroy on all my holy mountain” (Isaiah 11:9). This is a precious promise to embrace in these days when actual shooting wars have displaced millions, and other millions are casualties of […]
The Generosity Project is a collaborative effort between ABCUSA, regions, and local congregations. The Generosity Project aims to help pastors re-frame the conversation around stewardship and generosity in their congregations. Bi-monthly blogs help support new growth and understanding as we deepen our ministry and discipleship. Sunday nights are probably not the best time for me to […]
