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The Shepherding InitiativeThe Shepherding Initiative was launched to address the shortage of pastors. The initiative works to help available pastors and churches find one another, and works with churches until they are able to settle on a pastor.
In the program, leader works with a leader within the church weekly to help them continue the day to day operations of the church. We provide additional resources to the church to help it continue ministering until they find a pastor.
Find more information at nafwb.org/shepherding.
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Convention UpdatesIf you haven't already made your plans to join us in Columbus for the 2026 National Convention, it's not too late. While most of the hotels sold out on opening day, there are rooms available at the Sonesta Hotel. Register for convention and make your hotel reservation at nafwb.org/convention.
Over the next few weeks, episodes of the Better Together Podcast will be focused on the National Convention. This week's episode featured members of the worship planning team previewing the music for the evening services. Watch the episode here. You can sign up to join the choir, orchestra, or praise team at https://www.fwbworship.com/ under "NAFWB."
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Kylah Walker Named to New Role
North American Ministries is excited to announce that Kylah Walker will transition into a newly created role, serving as student impact coordinator beginning June 1. Since joining NAM as accounts administrator in 2023, Kylah has faithfully served church planters and supporters with diligence, efficiency, and kindness.
As student impact coordinator, Kylah will use both her knowledge of NAM and her personal experience in church planting to invest in the next generation. She will oversee the logistics of NAM’s student outreach, helping connect young leaders with programs that encourage spiritual growth, equip them to pursue God’s calling, and inspire them to join North American Ministries in our mission to spread the Gospel and reach the lost.
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Rejoice! Ministry Team Announces Tour
Welch College’s Rejoice! Ministry Team announces that their 2026 summer tour will begin Sunday, May 31, according to Dr. Todd Parrish, Vice President for Institutional Advancement. During their four-week tour, the thirteen-member vocal ensemble will hold services in eight churches in eight different states. The group will also attend Free Will Baptist state meetings in Texas, North Carolina, Virginia, and Ohio. Read more and view the tour schedule.
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Experience WNAC in ColumbusJoin us at the 2026 National Convention Monday evening after the worship service, where we will get to experience a lighthearted and inspiring time of conversation with women who are committed to sharing the gospel at home and abroad. As we hear their stories and walk in their shoes, they will not only capture your hearts, but they’ll show you the heart of the Great Commission.
This is a non-ticketed (and free!) event this year. While we won’t have lattes or ice cream as a snack, we hope you’ll enjoy the new format just as much. Make plans to join us…you don’t want to miss it!
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D6 Conference 2027Those everyday moments, the hard questions, the quiet doubts, the car ride conversations, are discipleship invitations, and D6 Conference 2027 will teach you to recognize them and seize them. Leaders, volunteers, and parents will leave equipped with biblical tools and a community built for generational discipleship. Register by May 25 for the lowest price and join us in Seattle, Washington (March 5–6) or Nashville, Tennessee (April 22–24). The moments are coming, and together we'll make them count. Register here.
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Clergy Act Passed in U.S. HouseRichland Ave Financial has been working for you! The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed The Clergy Act, providing a temporary Social Security and Medicare opt-in window for clergy who opted out of the programs. Richland Ave Financial has worked with the Church Alliance on this bill. If you’d like to discuss this or any other financial topic impacting your future, please feel free to contact the RAF office toll-free at (877)767-7738 or by email at richlandavefinancial@nafwb.org.
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Development Program Available
IM is looking for young adults who feel the call of the Great Commission.
One of IM's partner organizations runs a professional development program for recent college graduates who want cross-cultural experience, guided mentorship, and/or language practice.
Participants would live in Thailand, Tunisia, or Uzbekistan on a team with others in the same stage of life, as well as experienced leaders. Participants earn a master’s-level TESOL certificate, take language courses, teach locals and refugee communities, receive intentional 1:1 and group mentorship, and visit other countries on vision trips. Find more here.
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Invest Today, Impact Tomorrow
Contributing to the Foundation is an investment in the future of Free Will Baptists. At the same time, you receive a solid rate of return on funds. View the rates here.
The Free Will Baptist Foundation demand notes and charitable investment funds secure financial growth for individuals and organizations. At the same time, every contribution helps further the mission of spreading the gospel and providing assistance where most needed. For contribution information, visit https://www.fwbgifts.com/contribute.
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