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The Mobile BaptistSeptember - November 2016, Volume 19 Issue 3
MBA Office Closing:
September 5 - Labor Day
November 24 - Thanksgiving
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The MBA Executive, Evangelism and Biblical Prayer Committees invite our church members to prayer walk every street in Mobile County between October 2016 and October 2017. We will launch this effort at the Annual Missions Celebration October 6, 2016. The first simultaneous weekend will be January 14-15, 2017. Additional simultaneous dates will be added as needed to cover the County. This is a great opportunity for the entire family. Click here for more information and watch the hashtag and news alerts.
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Alabama Church Planting Basics
September 22-24, 2016
West Mobile Baptist Church
(7501 Airport Boulevard)
This Church Revitalization/Planter Training is very practical and provides pastors and lay leaders with information about starting and revitalizing churches. Taught by experienced church planters with application to any congregation wanting to prevent or reverse decline. The principles for new work apply to existing churches. The event begins with lunch at noon Thursday, September 22, and ends Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The $25 cost includes a binder of practical materials, snacks and meals. ($100 for non-Alabama Baptist Churches). Please join us!
Registration is required. Register at alsbom.org/event/alabama-church-planting-basics.
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Annual Missions Celebration
(161st Annual Session)
Thursday, October 6, 2016Woodridge Baptist ChurchABBREVIATED FORMAT: 4:45 p.m. - Dinner, Displays, & Registration Meal Tickets:
Roast, Cole slaw, Potato salad, Baked beans, Rolls and Dessert
Cost $10 p/person – Tickets must be purchased at the MBA office by NOON on Thursday, September 29. 5:45 p.m. - Pre-session music, childcare opens 6:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. - Business, reports & presentations celebrating the results of your cooperative support of Associational Missions Purchase Meal Tickets at the MBA Office
Tickets are $10 p/person
Deadline: NOON on Thursday, September 29 **Please NOTE: NO Meal Tickets available day of the event ***Childcare available for babies - 2nd grade upon making reservations with the MBA by Thursday, September 29. How many messengers can my church bring? Read More |
Join us
Monday, September 12, 2016
11:30 a.m.
Government Street Baptist Church
for the Executive Committee meeting.
Every MBA church member is welcome. Every senior pastor is a member of the Executive Committee. Join us to help communicate why churches support Associational Missions.
• Present and discuss the 2016-2019 Enlistment Committee Report
• Present and discuss the 2017 Proposed Budgets
• Update on #prayerwalkmobile
• Future Focus Committee update
• Important updates with Seafarers Ministry strategy
• Progress report on improvements at CWP
• Update on Disaster Relief efforts in Louisiana
• New school year opportunities in Campus Ministries
***Our Executive Committee has overall responsibility for the directions, strategy, and processes of the MBA. It is composed of the general officers of the Association, the Executive Officer of each of the several Associational programs, the Chair of each standing committee, the pastors of the churches, and one lay member of each church in the Association having a membership of up to and including 1,000, and one additional member for each additional 1,000 members or fraction thereof, providing that no church shall have more than a total of four members.
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Click here to register for a training event. Stress ManagementMonday, September 19, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Government Street Baptist Church This conference is designed to help pastors and other ministerial staff deal with stress in the home and local church ministries. The effects of unmanaged stress will be considered. The main focus is on 8 proven stress management techniques. Retired state missionary and current consultant, Dale Huff, will lead this conference. Please pre-register at mobilebaptists.org or by contacting the MBA office by Thursday, September 15. Please note: if not enough participants are pre-registered, the event is subject to cancellation. This, and other like events, are made possible by donations to Associational Missions and the Cooperative Program. |
Compensation Planning
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
6:30 p.m.
MBA Office
Compensation Planning will assist ministers and churches to do the best possible to provide for the minister and his family; avoid additional taxes and avoid the confusion of the ways we normally utilize in the church. This meeting is for ministers, finance committees, personnel committees, search committees and treasurers. State missionary Lee Wright will lead this conference. Pre-register for this free conference at mobilebaptists.org, or by contacting the MBA office no later than Thursday, September 22. Please note: if not enough participants are pre-registered, the event is subject to cancellation. This, and other like events, are made possible by donations to Associational Missions and the Cooperative Program. |
Challengers Basketball Coaches and Leaders MeetingMonday, October 10, 2016
6:30 p.m.
MBA officeThis meeting is for those anticipating involvement in the Challenger Basketball League during the 2016-2017 season. You will learn the league rules and team requirements. You will also learn pertinent information for Challengers to advance through the leagues. Derek Blackmon, Challenger Director for the MBA, will lead the meeting. Please pre-register here or by contacting the MBA office no later than Thursday, October 6. |
10 Common Financial Mistakes Ministers Make Tuesday, October 18, 2016
6:30 p.m.
MBA OfficeManaging money is a challenge for many ministers, it is often so far outside of one’s comfort zone that it is avoided. Eliminating some common mistakes can change your financial future. Adopting a few simple principles can move you from passive recipient to an active manager of your financial situation. This workshop provides 10 simple principles that will make a difference in your financial success for the rest of your life. State Missionary, Lee Wright, will lead the workshop There is no cost for the workshop, but please pre-register.
Pre-register by Thursday, October 13 at mobilebaptists.org or by contacting the MBA office. Please note: if not enough participants are pre-registered, the event is subject to cancellation. This, and other like events, are made possible by donations to Associational Missions and the Cooperative Program. |
Senior Adult Fall Fish Fry Fellowship
Thursday, October 27, 2016
11:00 a.m.
Camp Whispering Pines, Citronelle
Featuring Eileen Mitchell
State Missionary Eileen Mitchell has been employed by the State Board of Missions since 1990 and is an associate in the office of Sunday School and Discipleship. Her primary responsibilities are implementing, encouraging and equipping ministries with single adults, senior adults and families. Eileen is a member of Pinedale Baptist Church, Montgomery where she leads worship. She finished her Bachelor of Arts from Dallas Baptist University and her Master of Religious Education at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to moving to Alabama she was Associate to executive director of Colorado WMU. Upon arrival in Alabama she worked as an associate in the office of Alabama WMU in the area of GA’s and volunteers. Her love of missions is still evident in ministry through her local church, as disaster relief chaplain and mission experiences in Hawaii, Alaska, Michigan, Montana, Brazil, Spain, Venezuela, and New England. Eileen will share both humor and song and is sure to uplift everyone in attendance. TICKET PRICE: $10 TICKET SALES: ONE DAY ONLY Ticket Sales on Monday, October 17 from
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the MBA Office. ***Tickets may also be purchased anytime at CWP no later than Monday, October 17. |
Attention! Calling all MBA Secretaries and Ministry Assistants...
Take a Break and Join us for the Mobile Baptist
Secretaries and Ministry Assistants Luncheon
Thursday, November 10, 2016
11:45 a.m.
MBA Office
Special Guest: R. Thomas (Tommy) Ankerson, Jr., Assistant Vice-President, Branch Manager, Regions Bank
Tommy will share about Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft and Protecting Your Church from Fraud. Come learn:
• the common forms of identity theft and how to protect yourself
• what to do if you suspect you are a victim of identity theft
• how you can prepare in advance
• what are the ways fraud can happen to your church
• how can you protect your church and yourself
The luncheon is a great time of fellowship and encouragement as secretaries from across the association (both current and retried) gather together. Enjoy great food and door prizes too!
RESERVATIONS:
• The catered meal is $8 per person and can be paid at the door.
• Please make reservations by Monday, November 7 by visiting mobilebaptists.org or by contacting the MBA office.
• Please note: reservations are firm and payment must be received even if you are unable to attend the luncheon.
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A two-day seminar for ministry support personnel. February 7-8, 2017 Mobile Baptist Association OfficeTrainer/Consultant:
Jane Barrett
Church Administrator at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church in Elmore, Alabama Cost: $120
Lunch is an additional $10/day
Registration & payment
deadline: January 16, 2017 Schedule:
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Class
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Lunch ($10 each day for catered meal)
12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Class This seminar is a general overview of what is entailed in the work of ministry support personnel. The two-day seminar consists of 12 hours of study and activities. A certificate of completion is presented to each participant. The seminar covers office and technical skills, communication skills and people skills. This basic training will answer such questions as:
¨ Is this a job or a calling? ¨ What do we believe and why? ¨ Am I qualified? ¨ Am I a leader or do I simply manage work? ¨ What office skills are required? ¨ How do I share the Good News through my support ministry? ¨ How do I stay “plugged in” and vibrant in this ministry?
For more information contact the MBA office.
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Walk for Bibles and International Ministries
A Sponsored 5k Walk for all Ages
Saturday, October 15, 2016
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Register between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to begin the walk.
5 locations to choose from:
• Camp Whispering Pines
• Dauphin Island Baptist Church
• Highpoint Baptist Church
• International Ministries Center
• University of Mobile
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 International Christmas Celebration
Saturday, December 3, 2016
6:00 p.m.
International Ministries Center
(605 Texas Place)
Churches are asked to donate men's wallets and/or $10 Walmart gift cards for the seafarers. Please bring items to the MBA office by November 17, 2016. |
Come home to YOUR
Camp Whispering Pines!
(251)866-7868
campwhisperingpines.com
Serving Christ by Serving Others,
Serving Others by Sharing Christ
Girls Winter Weekend
For ALL Girls in grades 1-6November 4-5, 2016Cost: $50 |
Metro Mobile Baptist Campus Ministries - southalabama.edu/bcm
"Making Disciples Who Make Disciples on the College Campus and Beyond"
Dinner & Church Connection Night
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
7:00 p.m. at the Baptist Student Center
In an effort to expand the reach of our congregations, we invite each MBA church to send representatives to greet students, share a meal with students, share information about your congregations, and invite collegians to your churches. Sign up to attend by contacting Campus Minister Jerrod Brown jbrown@alsbom.org.
ROOTED: Collegiate Disciple Weekend
Friday - Sunday, September 16-18, 2016
at the Baptist Student Center
Be part of a great DISCIPLE weekend planned by college students for college students. Be a part of Worship, Bible Study, Discussion Times, Dorm/Apartment Groups, Recreation, FREE Time & Great Food. Cost: $15 (includes Saturday Lunch and FREE T-shirt).
Register Here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5hDwwt2olvtx27WKqJsB93_ebf7nB1i4FyiWhi4pv3loy3Q/viewform
BCM International Friends Retreat @ WorldSong
Friday – Saturday, September 30–October 1, 2016
Cook Springs, AL
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The second mission team will go to Israel May 15-25, 2017. The team will serve at the IMB facility jerusalemprayercenter.com. The team will help local workers with guests, complete some repair projects, prayer walk and see the sites. Anticipated cost is $3,000 per person including airfare, hotel, meals, local transportation and four days of guided tours. Tour days will include peering into the empty tomb, strolling along the Sea of Galilee, standing in Capernaum and reading the Sermon on the Mount while seated on that mount. Team members will visit the Old City of Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, the Dead Sea and many other biblical sites. A deposit of $1,000 is due by January 3, 2017. Final payment is due by February 10, 2017. Contact Bro. Thomas if you wish to expand your understanding of scripture and help the workers there.
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“The Lord Appointed 70”
Luke 10:1 describes Jesus launching a first century prayer walk. He designated 35 pairs of believers for a specific task. He “sent them … to every town and place where He Himself was about to go.” In verse 2, He told them to “pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His Harvest.” In verse 3, Jesus says, “Now go…” (HCSB). #PrayerWalkMobile
The MBA Executive, Evangelism and Biblical Prayer Committees invite our church members to prayer walk every street in Mobile County between October 2016 and October 2017. We will launch this effort at the Annual Missions Celebration October 6, 2016. The first simultaneous weekend will be January 14-15, 2017. Additional simultaneous dates will be added as needed to cover the County. Registering and reporting will include online options at prayerwalk.mobilebaptists.org and the hashtag #prayerwalkmobile. Watch the newsletter and news alerts for final details. The first step is to decide if you or your church would like to participate. You can register as individuals or churches at mobilebaptists.org
• The first step is to decide if you or your church would like to participate. You can register as individuals or churches at prayerwalk.mobilebaptists.org
• Second, decide who will lead your congregation. A member of the prayer committee, evangelism committee, Sunday School or Student ministry are possible leaders and participants.
• Third, decide which areas you want to prayer walk/drive. Some churches will lead their members to pray for the streets within a one, three or five mile radius around the church. Some members can prayer walk their neighborhoods and neighborhoods around the church. Some participants will want to help prayer walk other parts of the County as well.
• How long and how far you walk is determined by each church. Get a map to assign streets and mark the streets that have been completed in your area. The MBA office will use the Keith Map Service 2016 Street Atlas of Mobile County (keithmaps.com ). Your church can choose part of a page, a whole page or several pages. We will use a copy of that Atlas to confirm each page has been claimed and prayerwalked.
• The SBC Executive committee offers a free Prayer walk training manual at sbc.net/inallthingspray/resources/TakingPrayertotheStreet.pdf (TPS). It contains step by step instructions and information. Click here for a Power Point Presentation adapting the TPS material to #prayerwalkMobile.
• Follow this link prayerwalk.mobilebaptists.org to let us know your church will participate, the contact person and the area(s) you will prayer walk/drive. There is a place to let us know which pages of the Keith Maps Street Atlas you will claim. It is great that some streets will be prayed for more than once.
• Come back to this link prayerwalk.mobilebaptists.org after the prayer walk to record which pages of the 2016 Street Atlas have been completed.
• Include the resource pray4everyhome.com to continuously pray for and share Jesus with every person in Mobile County.
• Check with our moderators or any member of the Prayer (Chair Chris Schansberg) and Evangelism (Chair Al Brown) committees for more information.
Church Revitiilization/Planter Training at West Mobile Baptist Church
Current research indicates 75% of SBC Churches are plateaued or declining. Those national figures are consistent with Mobile County Churches. Each of these churches would benefit from this training. It is very practical and provides pastors and lay leaders with information about starting and revitalizing churches. Taught by experienced church planters, it includes application to any congregation wanting to prevent or reverse decline. Time is included for church members in attendance to discuss how to apply these principles and ideas at their churches. Read More |
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