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.

A Gift That Keeps Giving

What if you could make an end-of-year gift that will continue giving until Jesus returns and support all national agencies indefinitely? You can when you give to the Free Will Baptist Endowment (formerly The Together Way Trust).

Giving to the endowment is a great way to honor a friend or loved one. Find general information about the endowment at nafwb.org/endowment/ or review this brochure for a more detailed overview: The FWB Endowment.

Make an eternal impact.

Mail a gift to:

The Free Will Baptist Endowment
PO Box 5002
Antioch, TN 37011

Or give online using the button below:

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Growing Together Opportunities in January

Kick off the new year with the Growing Together series. Three opportunities are available for fellowship and encouragement. Click the graphics above or links below to register for sessions.

NEW!! Worship Ministry Connection – Tuesday, January 13, 7:00 pm CST
Most worship leaders in Free Will Baptist churches are unpaid volunteers or part-time staff. Opportunities are often limited to connect with others in like roles for encouragement and help for their music and worship ministry needs. The Worship Ministry Connection is a platform to share helpful tips, think through common challenges faced, and discuss ideas to promote vibrant worship in our churches.
Pastor's Wife Hangout – Monday, January 19, 6:00 pm CST
These sessions will are a time of fellowship and encouragement as well as providing resources to help support pastors’ wives.
Pastor Hangout – Tuesday, January 20, 1:00 pm CST
This is an opportunity for pastors discuss any concerns they have and resources that might be available to them.

News from Departments

IM, Inc. News Release

December 10-11, 2025, the IM board met together to celebrate how IM is advancing as we continue the mission of sharing the Gospel around the world together.⁠

⁠Tiffany Carpenter, South Point, Ohio, was commissioned by the board to serve in Bulgaria for a two-year internship.

Jacob and Hailee Voltz recently returned to the States after serving in Bulgaria during their two-year internship and will return as career missionaries.⁠

⁠Hannah Goucher met with the board as a career missionary and shared her plans to return to Japan to continue her language studies and ministry in Hokkaido.⁠

Christ to the unreached.⁠

Read the full news release here.

Did You Know? Facts About Your Account

Your retirement account can remain at Richland Ave Financial even if you no longer work for a participating employer. Your balance continues earning interest according to your chosen allocations and you continue to have full online access to your account details as well as the ability to make investment changes. You do have the option to roll funds to another retirement plan, but it is not required. Contact us for more information.

CELF Now Accepting Applications

The Church Extension Loan Fund (CELF) is currently accepting new loan applications from churches and ministries. If you’re planning a building project, expansion, or new ministry initiative, we’re here to help.

Learn more at fwbnam.com/celf/.

D6 Jan/Feb Curriculum

Faithful teaching matters. When teachers share biblical truth with wisdom and care, they help every generation grow together in Christ.

D6 Curriculum helps every age see life through the lens of Scripture, uniting homes and classrooms around God’s Word.

Order your January/February block today and keep your church’s discipleship momentum strong into the new year.

Talbot on "The Way Home Podcast"

Dr. Christopher Talbot, Assistant Professor of Ministry and Apologetics at Welch College, was recently a guest on "The Way Home Podcast." Dr. Talbot discusses Francis Schaeffer. Listen to the episode here.

Benefits of the FWB Estate Plan

Here are some of the benefits of the Free Will Baptist Estate Plan:
Experienced Team: Our team will assist you along the way, ensuring you understand and have a point of contact for questions or concerns. 
Peace of Mind: The plan provides a peace of mind that your assets will be distributed the way you want them to be.
Family Protection: Your family will avoid probate court over your assets, and the Powers of Attorney and medical directives included in the Plan will aid your family should you become incapacitated.
Faithful Legacy: You have the opportunity to honor the Lord by including bequests to your church or other Free Will Baptist ministries you value.
If the cost of planning your estate is a challenge, give us a call for information about our interest-free payment options. We are ready to help you! Call 877-336-7575.

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