VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 4/21/21) — International Ministries will be a partnering sponsor of the first-ever online Biennial Mission Summit this June 24 – 26. New features at the summit will help participants “Imagine” a world of possibilities as they seek to respond to God’s call. New in 2021 is the online hub that will […]
April 20, 2021 The Verdict Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted Tuesday, April 20 on all counts in the death of George Floyd: guilty of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter. Today the focus is rightly on the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin. Unfortunately, we recognize and acknowledge that […]
As a founding member of the national volunteer COVID-19 Community Corps, ABCUSA will be able to provide to you timely, accurate information to share with your family, friends, congregations, and neighbors. By encouraging them to get vaccinated, you’ll help protect them – and allow all of us to safely gather together again. This is a […]
The Ministers Council ABC-USA announces the search for a part-time Program Administrator to serve in its West Chester, PA office. They are accepting applications through April 30, 2021, with the right candidate beginning by late May. The Ministers Council of the American Baptist Churches USA has been inspiring ministerial excellence to the glory of Jesus […]
The Hard Work of Being Anti-Racist Introduction “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:19 Before I get too far in this, I need to name my context: my name is Rev. […]
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. The reflection below was provided by Rev. Stacy Emerson. I’ve […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 4/14/21)—The ABCUSA Committee on Christian Unity and Interfaith Relations received nominations for the Luke Mowbray Ecumenical Award in early 2021. The Committee voted to recognize Rev. Ineda P. Adesanya, Associate Minister of Spiritual Life at Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, Ca. The Award is given to an individual for “sustained […]
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. If you missed the April 8th Webinar on “We Are Better […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 4/13/21)—“Starting the Money Conversation”—a virtual financial literacy program—will be held noon-1:30 p.m. EST on May 18 and 25. The program is co-sponsored by American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Money can be a source of stress or delight, both materially and spiritually. We can all […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 4/13/21)—The Planning Team of the “Celebrating Ministering Women: Radical. Redeemed. Ready.” conference, meeting June 15-18, 2022 in Green Lake, Wis., is excited to announce conference leaders for the event. Conference Leaders will include Rev. Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles, Rev. Adalia Gutiérrez Lee, MD, Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque, Rev. Dr. Trinette V. […]
