VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/21/20)—From its theological roots in the Radical Reformation of Europe and North America, the praise houses of slavery’s invisible institution, and the evolution of distinctively black denominations, the history of the Black Baptist Church unfolds in the newly released book “A History of the Black Baptist Church: I Don’t Feel No […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/19/20)—As part of their monthly “Conversaciones Latinas Contemporáneas” (“Contemporary Latino Conversations”), American Baptist Home Mission Societies’ (ABHMS) Latino Ministries and the Hispanic National Caucus will offer the free, Spanish-language virtual event “Diálogo Electoral” (“Electoral Dialogue”) from 1 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24. “Today more than ever, it is critical that […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/16/20)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) presented its second free Faith & Activism Town Hall—“How Faith Intersects with Civic Engagement”—on Wednesday. Those participating in the interactive virtual dialogue listened and learned as panelists delved into conversation about ways people of faith can influence society on issues around racial equity, voting, advocacy, […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (9/11/20)—The Executive Committee of the American Baptist Churches USA Board of General Ministries, at its meeting on Thursday, September 10, voted to hold a virtual Biennial Mission Summit in 2021 and to seek to hold an in person Biennial Mission Summit in Puerto Rico in 2023. A letter from the Executive Committee […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/6/20)—The Rev. Modesto DeLeon Lopez, 92, a founder of several American Baptists churches that served the growing Latinx population, died Sept. 5. He was a devoted and beloved husband of the late Juanita Lopez. Born on Jan. 15, 1928, he was a son of Generosa DeLeon and Ignacio Lopez. After extensive […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/13/20)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) announces its new Operation Planting Hope (OPH) program, which will continue the tradition of White Cross Overland. While White Cross has blessed many individuals, families and communities over the years, today’s changing times call for a reimagining of the ways to touch marginalized individuals, families […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/16/20)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies’ (ABHMS) “Rebuilding, Restoring, Renewing Puerto Rico” initiative will hold the free, virtual Spanish-language workshop “Estrategias para almacenamiento seguro de alimentos” (“Strategies for Safe Food Storage”) from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern Time on Oct. 23. Presenter is Alana Lleras, Corporación Milagros del Amor board member. Working […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 10/2/20)—New for use by individuals and in small group settings is the free “To Live in God Reflection Guide,” a companion resource for “To Live in God: Daily Meditations with Walter Rauschenbusch” (Judson Press, 2020). In solitude or in community, deepen your inward communion with the Spirit, expand your outward obedience […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 9/28/20)—On September 12, 2020, American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM) partnered with Safe Haven Ministries (MI) to provide a Domestic Violence Prevention and Education virtual training, Love Should Never Hurt. The Love Should Never Hurt training is a direct response to the increase of domestic violence due to COVID-19 and because domestic […]
Anti-Racism Task Force Update September 17, 2020 The Call to Prayer event for anti-racism was held on August 5, 2020 with over 150 participants. A dozen American Baptists participated in the Call to Prayer by sharing their prayers and reflections on anti-racism. Those who shared their reflections showed great commitment on that day. One person […]
