KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (12/21/23)—Recognizing a tension between all-too-real issues of mental well-being within Asian American congregations and communities and an entrenched cultural hesitancy to acknowledge them, the Center for Continuous Learning (CCL) of American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has crafted “Love the Lord with All Your Mind.” This three-part webinar series beginning in […]
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (12/21/23)—With great sadness, International Ministries (IM) shares news of the unexpected passing of Global Servant Rev. Madeline Flores-López early on Monday, December 18, 2023, following a brief illness. Rev. Flores-López, a long-time global servant from Puerto Rico, was in the Dominican Republic where she served for twenty-two years. (View the news […]
American Baptist Churches USA joined with the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches (CPBC) in 2019 to approve a resolution to designate the Sundays nearest to December 20 as Hopevale Commemoration Sunday. This day serves as a time to remember the Hopevale martyrdom in the Philippines in which missionaries of the American Baptist Foreign Mission Society […]
Dear ABCUSA Family, Get ready for an inspiring and mission-focused Sunday as we celebrate ABCUSA Sunday in February! We believe that mission is at the heart of what we do, and this special occasion is an opportunity for us to come together in unity and purpose, celebrating our history and future together. Please choose either the […]
Dear Brothers and Sisters: We greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! In the season of Advent we are more intensely focused on Christ’s return. We are also reminded that everyday we are persistently and intentionally sharing the gospel while awaiting the glorious return of our SAVIOR. Many of us […]
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (12/15/23)—Introducing Hope for Her, a new collaborative initiative forged between International Ministries (IM) and American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM). This collaborative effort aims to bolster support for women and girls through the various ministries of IM and ABWM. Launching at the beginning of the New Year, this initiative will unite efforts […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABMS 12/15/2023)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has extended to January 31, 2024, the due date for receipt of nominations for its four distinguished national ministry awards. These awards recognize excellence among ministry professionals, specifically honoring American Baptist chaplains, pastoral counselors, spiritual directors and other specialized ministers for exceptional faithfulness in ministry […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (12/15/23)—American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM), on behalf of the national board and staff, congratulates Rev. Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain for being elected as the new General Secretary of American Baptist Churches USA (ABCUSA). Rev. Dr. Jacobs-Strain has served as the Executive Director of ABWM since 2018. During her tenure, she has been instrumental […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (12/12/23)—According to a recent survey by the Christian research group Barna, pastors are experiencing burnout at a never-before-seen rate. It reports that “the percentage of pastors who have considered quitting full-time ministry within the past year sits at 42 percent.” The number of pastors reporting that they were considering resigning increased by […]
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. Thanksgiving has […]
