Mid-American Baptist Churches

12/06/2022

https://youtu.be/vMrLz8P3QA0

Follow this link to hear national leaders of the American Baptist Churches read this children's story.

We invite you to enjoy a reading of "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats read by the National Executive Council of American Baptist Churches USA. Learn more at...

11/29/2022

A reminder to sign up if you are interested in visiting rainbow Acres, one of our American Baptist sponsored mission sites.

11/15/2022

Encourage your pastor to attend the 2023 Prairie Pastor's Conference in Omaha sponsored by several American Baptist Regions. Be watching for details in January.

11/07/2022

News from ABC Life

Join us for our next Everyday ABC Conversation:
Advent in a Post-Pandemic World: Rethinking our Worship
on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 3:00pm ET
with presenters Rev. Dr. Marvin McMickle
and Rev. Mindi Welton-Mitchell.
Advent is the season of watching and waiting for signs of Christ’s presence in our world and in our lives in a new way. In the northern hemisphere, this happens at the darkest time of the year, and it is in the darkness that we see things differently. Darkness is not negative; darkness allows us to see in new ways as we prepare for the return of daylight. In this “pre-post-pandemic” world, what is the darkness revealing to us? What did we learn over the past two years that helps us to prepare for Christ, to recognize the incarnate God in our world and in our lives, as we prepare for a new post-pandemic world?

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Everyday ABC Conversations - Advent in a Post-Pandemic World: Rethinking our Worship. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

11/04/2022

Be planning ahead for the 2023 summer camping season at Forest Lake. Invite young people in your life to participate, or donate to sponsor a young person for summer camp.
Forest Lake is a Christ-centered Camp where campers can grow their faith while enjoying a fun-filled experience.

Join us for the year 2023 with the camp theme
"Facing Your Giants".

Our Camp welcomes campers and guests alike who are ready to engage in a meaningful experience away from home. We offer a variety of camps and events throughout the year, with top-of-the-line facilities and qualified staff who are committed to the enjoyment and safety of all our visitors. Join us to

11/01/2022

A reminder to get signed up for the Women's retreat.
Join us, and others from sister Mid-ABC churches, November 11th and 12th for a weekend in Cedar Rapids, IA for a time of bible study devotions, pampering, chair massages, activities, laughs, worship, and prayer. Use this time to focus on self care, rest, and thanksgiving before the busyness of the holidays. Our inaugural Women's Wellness Weekend was back in 2019 and it was a very well received good time. Please consider joining us this November! Talk to the ladies in your churches and invite a friend to come too.
Registration forms are attached and online registration is available at www.thechurchonnorthland.com
Contact Dina at [email protected] with questions.

10/28/2022

We invite you to view the newly published 2021 Annual Summary. This publication provides a glimpse into the work of the American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary during the previous year. We are excited to share a look at the ministries and role of the Office of the General Secretary. Learn more about how we serve our congregations and partners through gathering the denomination, supporting congregations, regions and national organizations, and creating spaces for local and global issues. Use this link to view the report: https://www.dropbox.com/s/5w63x19slq0ruhj/2021%20Annual%20Summary.pdf?dl=0

10/25/2022

It's time to turn in your registrations for 2022 Region Youth Event (R
YE)

10/25/2022

Mission trip opportunity from our Mid-America Region to visit an American Baptist sponsored ministry. Contact Kathryn Houser for details.

10/18/2022

Many churches will recognize October as Pastor Appreciation Month. Take some time this month and let your pastor know how much they are appreciated for their leadership and service to your congregation.

10/17/2022

Women’s Wellness Weekend
Last held in 2019, the event is happening Nov. 11-12, 2022 in Cedar Rapids at the First Baptist Church-Church of the Brethren (The Church on Northland).
This is an opportunity for ladies to gather with other ladies from our region for devotions, pampering, chair massages, activities, and prayer.

Registration information is available online at www.thechurchonnorthland.com
Make a plan to attend and invite a friend!
$40/person, fee includes programming and lunch.

10/15/2022

Dear church leaders - we have an amazing opportunity for your junior and senior high students to grow spiritually, connect with other teens from around the region, and learn hands-on ways to become Christian leaders in their church and community.

The Region Youth Event (RYE) is three short weeks away, and runs November 4-6 at The Church on Northland in Cedar Rapids. We are finalizing plans for an amazing weekend with a powerful keynote speaker, inspiring music, and games and activities that will build up your students.

Please pass this email on to your youth leader, and if you have any questions, call the Region Office asap - 515-278-1411 - [email protected].

Registration forms are available on our Mid American Baptist Churches website. To receive an event T-shirt registrations must be received by Oct. 20 at the Region office. Additional information can be found our region website https://www.mid-abc.org/mabc-region-youth

We are excited to journey with your youth as they help grow the Kingdom of God. They have a story to share, and we want to help them learn how to tell it.

In the love of Christ,
Your Region Youth Team