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.

NAFWB Church Directory

Boost your church's profile in the NAFWB Church Directory by providing a picture, welcome video, and even a brief description of your ministries. Email Anna Fox with your picture or other information to add to your profile. 
The directory can be searched by church name, pastor name, address, or a within a 50-mile radius. Check it out at https://directory.nafwb.org.

Save the Date: Day of Prayer

The 2025 NAFWB Day of Prayer is Tuesday, November 4. We encourage churches and individuals to set aside time that day to devote to prayer for our neighbors, churches, denomination, country, and our world. More resources will be made available at https://nafwb.org/prayer/.

The BLESS App is a free partner resource that equips churches with the tools to know your local community by name so you can pray for, care for and share the Gospel with them. Sign up today to begin praying for your neighbors: https://nafwb.org/bless/.

First Impressions Ministry

Dr. Shiloh Hackett will lead a series of Growing Together seminars on “First Impressions Ministry.” See the series schedule below (all start times 6:00 PM CT).

The Heart of A First Impressions Ministry (September 30)
From The Parking Lot To The Pew: How To Create A Welcoming Environment (October 28)
More Than A Hello: Practical Guidelines for Serving on the Front Lines (November 24)

Register Here

News from Departments

ETEAM & CMP

ETEAM and CMP are incredible opportunities for high school and college-aged students to step out in faith, serve others, and grow in their walk with Christ through hands-on mission experiences. Applications are open until October 15 for next summer, and we’d love for your students to prayerfully consider being part of the work God is doing around the world with IM's Student Missions. Our promo package is available to help you share these opportunities with your church and youth group, equipping you to encourage students to say “yes” to missions.

Highest Enrollment in 42 Years

Welch College enrolled 440 students for its fall 2025 semester, the highest overall enrollment in 42 years, according to Provost Matthew McAffee. The number represents a 10% jump from last fall's headcount of 399. 
Read the full news release. 

Mid-South Golf Tournament

Join us for the Master’s Men Mid-South Golf Tournament at River Birch Golf Club on October 23-24, 2025, in Amory, Mississippi! 

The tournament fee is $125 and covers two rounds of golf and the Thursday night meal. Lodging is not included in the tournament fee, but accommodations are available at the nearby Heritage Inn and Suites.

Find more information or register here.

D6 Curriculum

You want to lead your family spiritually, but busy schedules and big age gaps make it hard. D6 Devotional Study Guides give you an easy way to grow in faith together, every day, with age-aligned devotions that connect hearts to Scripture. Shop D6 Devotional Study Guides for your whole family HERE and start growing together.

Blog: "A Plan, Not a Gamble!"

Discover why asset allocation—not risky, last-minute bets—is the key to protecting your retirement savings. In this recent blog post, Chris Compton discusses how to balance risk, monitor investments, and create a plan that supports long-term financial security. Read "A Plan, Not a Gamble!"

Protect What Matters Most

Protect what matters most. Your loved ones. Your church. Your legacy.

On September 28, the Free Will Baptist Foundation is hosting a FREE webinar designed to help you safeguard the people and ministries you care about through wise stewardship and planning. 
Register now to reserve your spot. 

October-December Treasure

The October-December issue of Treasure magazine is available free from WNAC. The issue follows the 2025 theme of "Satisfied" and features articles and Bible studies. Download the Oct-Dec issue of Treasure.

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