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The Great CliffPerhaps you have heard about “The Great Cliff.” Over the next couple of months it is excepted that 3.85 million students will graduate from high school in the United States. This is believed to be the highest number of graduates in U.S. history. However, in 2026, the number will drop and continue to drop at least until 2041. These projections are based on birth rates which fell in 2007 and have continued to drop to a low of 3.6 million a year. This has major implications for the United States. However, this is a great opportunity for Free Will Baptists. (For more, see Dr. Moody's column in ONE Magazine)
Although 38 states are in decline, 12 states will see an increase. Many of these states are where Free Will Baptists are strongest. It also appears that Free Will Baptist have more children than the typical American. Results of the Cooperative Election Survey indicated that 28% of Free Will Baptists are the parent or guardian of a child under 18. Our nation needs our children, which is an opportunity for Free Will Baptists.
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It's Camp SeasonPreliminary reports from Free Will Baptist camps indicate they run from 92 to 243 students each summer. In three camps alone, we see an average of 42 decisions a year, and seven young men who answer the call to preach. (Listen to Dylan Persinger on the impact of camp). Camps create the unique opportunity for kids to unplug and have wholesome fun while focusing on Bible reading, teaching, and preaching. They often make new friends and have the opportunity to be discipled by caring adults, while being challenged to examine their relationship to God and answer His call upon their lives.
Let’s support camps by praying for each kid daily who attends camp from your church as well as the camp workers, activities and services. Could you sponsor a kid or kids to go to camp? Could you sponsor a kid in your community to go to camp? Maybe you could even volunteer or give financial support to a camp. Free Will Baptists have a unique opportunity during this season in history. Let’s seize it.
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Convention UpdatesThe start of the 2025 National Convention is just over two months away. Hotel reservations have opened and there are rooms still available at the convention hotel. Pre-registration (saving you time and money) is open until June 21.
The schedule of convention seminars has been released with 85 opportunites for education and equipping for ministry. The Convention Program and Vertical Three schedule will be released soon. Find all info at nafwb.org/convention.
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Convention OrchestraIf you (or someone you know) is interested in playing in the orchestra at the 2025 National Convention, complete the form at fwbworship.com/orchestra/ and let us know. Even if you just have questions, you can submit the form and we will get back to you in a timely manner.
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Helping Kids Understand MoneyYour kids are watching how you handle money—even when you don’t say a word. Parents have an incredible opportunity to teach lifelong financial wisdom, but many don’t feel equipped. Read Chris Compton’s latest blog post “Helping Kids Understand Money” and learn how to instill values like earning, giving, spending wisely, and saving with purpose—all rooted in biblical stewardship!
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Laughter & Latté at ConventionWNAC will host their Laughter & Latté Monday, July 21, during the National Convention in Kansas City. Tickets can be purchased for $20 ($25 onsite) through convention pre-registration through June 21. Join us for a great time!
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New Resource From Enrollment TeamThe Enrollment Team at Welch College has developed a fantastic resource to assist parents and incoming students with the transition to college life! Check it out at http://welch.edu/welchbound. For additional questions, contact GoToWelch@welch.edu.
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D6 HomePointTurn your church into a launchpad for discipleship with D6 HomePoint. This grab-and-go resource hub equips busy families with practical tools, holy habits, and a clear path to nurture strong faith at home. Make spiritual growth simple, intentional, and within reach—learn more today.
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Partner With New (or "Old") MissionariesIM hosted a week of training and equipping their newly-commissioned missionaries, hearing their passion and burden for their fields of ministry. Partner with IM missionaries and be part of continuing the mission. Find missionaries your church or family can support at https://iminc.org/our-impact/im-missionaries/.
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Free Will Baptist Planned Giving
The Free Will Baptist Foundaiton operates to provide financial management services to individuals, families, and ministries through endowmens, planned gifts, estate plans, and more. Find more about the services they provide and plan for your future at https://www.fwbgifts.com/.
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Honoring Faithful Board MembersNorth American Ministries board of trustees recently held its annual May meeting. In addition to conducting departmental business, we recognized outgoing board members Dr. Jeff Jones and Rev. Frank Wiley. Both men have faithfully served on the NAM board for 12 years, and we are grateful for their contributions, wisdom, and discernment.
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