The Call On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered in the streets of Minneapolis, Minn. His name was added to the already too long litany of saints: Trayvon Martin, Eric Gardner, Sandra Bland, Rayshard Brooks, Daniel Prude, Breonna Taylor, Atatiana Jefferson, Aura Rosser, Stephon Clark, and the names go on and on and on. […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/16/21)—The American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary this Lenten Season highlights two Lenten Reflection Series available through our website at www.abc-usa.org. To mark the 2021 Lenten Season, the ABCUSA Office of the General Secretary will share an online devotional for prayer and contemplation entitled “2021 Lent: A Time […]
To mark the 2021 Lenten Season, the ABCUSA Office of the General Secretary is sharing an online devotional for prayer and contemplation entitled “2021 Lent: A Time to Get REady.” Invited persons from across the country will offer video reflections inviting us to embark on a spiritual journey of preparation. In our Christian Tradition, we […]
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 […]
You are invited to a webinar by MMBB Financial Services, “Building Your Financial Plan,” on February 18, 2021 at 2:00 PM (EST). Description: Unbiased, expert guidance is hard to find. Now, more than ever, planning is an essential step towards financial well-being. A good financial plan along with sound advice can lay the foundation for […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/17/21)—The Rev. William (“Bill”) C. Cline, 86, passed away Feb. 1 in his home at Shannondell at Valley Forge, Pa. He worked at American Baptist Home Mission Societies when it was National Ministries, holding a variety of roles, including evangelism, social concern and new church development, before he retired in 2000 […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/11/21)—As part of CECALI XXI, American Baptist Home Mission Societies’ (ABHMS) Latino Ministries will offer “De la crucifixión de Jesús a la resurrección de Cristo” (“From the Crucifixion of Jesus to the Resurrection of Christ”), a series of four online workshops offering sermon ideas in the Spanish language. Participants will receive […]
The 2021 Biennial Mission Summit is meeting online June 24-26, 2021! View our Exhibitor Prospectus here. View our Sponsor Prospectus here. Learn about Exhibitor opportunities and Sponsorship opportunities for our first online event and reach more American Baptists than ever before!
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. In […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/1/21)—With enthusiasm, American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM) announces Virtual Women’s Day scheduled for June 12, 2021! ABWM is excited to share Women’s Day with women and girls in every community in the US and Puerto Rico. AB GIRLS will engage in activities with peers and participate in many of the Women’s […]
