NAFWB News

Stay up-to-date on happenings throughout the Free Will Baptist denomination with this week's NAFWB News. Read below the exciting things going on in our national ministries.

Off to College

Many youth from our churches have headed off to college over the last few weeks. Spiritual development does not end at college. Help them get connected to a Free Will Baptist Church in their community by using the NAFWB church directory.

Even students at Christian colleges can be helped with the handoff. For example, if you have a student attending Liberty University, consider encouraging them to visit New London Church in Forest, Virginia where Brandon and Mandy Baber are located (baberb19@gmail.com).

Reach International Students

Is your church close to a college? Consider reaching out to the international students there. Curt Holland is the leader of the Reaching International Students Task Force and would love to consult with you.

Find more resources on our Reaching International Students page.

Leadership Conference

The 2024 Leadership Conference is your chance to be educated and equipped for ministry while fellowshiping with other pastors and leaders from across the denomination. Find more and register at nafwb.org/leader.

News from Departments

Caregiving Support & Shine Conference

Join Sandy Mounts September 9 at 6:00 PM CDT for the next Caregiving Support group. Sandy will share tips and stories about navigating the challenges and celebrate the joys of caring for loved ones. Register here.

Are you interested in being a host location? Join us and bring Shine to your community! Apply now until September 9, 2024, to be a satellite host location for the Shine Simulcast Conference on February 1, 2025. Send completed applications to Phyllis York. Shine Simulcast Host Application

Welch Faculty Contribute to New Book

Several Welch faculty contributed chapters to the new book Jonathan Edwards: A Reformed Arminian Engagement published by B&H Academic, according to Welch president Matt Pinson.

Read more: Welch Faculty Contribute to New B&H Book on Jonathan Edwards

Angel Investor or Venture Capitalist?

When it comes to the church and ministry world, which are you, and how does your church operate? Does it matter? Read John Brummitt's new blog post and learn how the answer to this question can impact how you and your church gets things done.

Pastor Boot Camp & Golf Tournament

Join us October 7-8 for a FREE, practical, two-day training intensive for  pastors and leaders. Learn from experienced ministry leaders as we cover important topics such as mission, vision, and values; developing leaders and disciples; essential systems and finances; and much more! Spots are limited and registration is required, so register now. 

Register today for the Master’s Men Mid-South Golf Tournament at the River Birch Golf Club on October 3-4, 2024, in Amory Mississippi! The tournament fee is $125 and covers two rounds of golf and the Thursday night meal. The two-man scramble will begin with a shotgun start Thursday at 1:00 PM. Lodging is not included in the tournament fee, but accommodations are available nearby. Click here for registration (closes September 23) and lodging information.   

CMP & ETEAM Applications

Applications are open for the 2025 CMP and ETEAM programs. Student in the College Missions Program (CMP) serve overseas from 10 days up to eight weeks with current IM missionaries and opportunities around the world. ETEAM is a short-term summer missions experience for 10th-12th graders. Apply by October 15. Find more at https://iminc.org/go/student-missions/.

Consider an Endowment

Are you looking to make a meaningful and long-lasting impact on a Free Will Baptist ministry? Consider an endowment!

Endowment gifts are preserved so that the principal is not consumed. The earnings are "harvested" to support a specific Free Will Baptist ministry(ies). The original gift remains in place perpetually to earn ministry income.

Through an endowment, you can create a long-lasting and growing source of income for a Free Will Baptist ministry. Contact the Free Will Baptist Foundation at 877-336-7575 to learn more about contributing to or establishing an endowment!

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