VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 6/17/20)—On June 11, 2020, American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM) celebrated 69 years of ministry with a virtual celebration. We’ve come this far by Faith, was the theme and Hebrews 11:1, “now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” was the scripture. For […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (6/24/20)—Thirty-four chaplains, pastoral counselors and other specialized ministers who serve in all parts of the world participated in a virtual first meeting of the newly formed American Baptist National Network of Chaplains, Pastoral Counselors & Specialized Ministers on Friday, June 12, via American Baptist Home Mission Societies’ (ABHMS) ministrElife social media platform. […]
This post is shared as a COVID-19 resource on our resource page at www.abc-usa.org/coronavirus. Visit this page to find helpful resources and information, and see regular updates from American Baptist regions and national partners. June 23, 2020 VIRTUAL Annual Gathering Sunday, August 2, 6 pm Hosted online by New Era Church (www.nne.org) A downloadable worship […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 6/11/20)—In an abbreviated, virtual gathering Tuesday, the Board of Directors of American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) received updates about ministry in light of the ongoing pandemic. The Rev. Jamie Washam, board president, called the meeting to order noting “these unusual times.” In her report, she said the result of ABHMS […]
This post is shared as a COVID-19 resource on our resource page at www.abc-usa.org/coronavirus. Visit this page to find helpful resources and information, and see regular updates from American Baptist regions and national partners. June 15, 2020 Dear Pastors and Church Leaders, The Zoom Meetings held by the region have been one way in which […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (6/9/20)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) officially launches its One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) United States and Puerto Rico campaign, “COVID-19 Recovery: Renewing Hope and Service.” “Our world continues to face an unprecedented public health crisis,” says ABHMS Executive Director Dr. Jeffrey Haggray. “Households across the country are impacted emotionally, physically, […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 6/19/20)—As individuals and churches seek information and insight, motivation and meaning at a critical moment in our nation’s history, Judson Press has released a new online discussion guide to accompany the recently-released “Crossing the Lines We Draw: Faithful Responses to a Polarized America,” by Matthew Tennant (2020). The six-session guide, designed […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (7/2/20)—The daily workweek devotional from American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) “Word and Witness” has been written by Executive Director Emeritus the Rev. Dr. Aidsand F. Wright-Riggins III since its inception in 2014. Wright-Riggins continued writing the digital devotional, which launched ABHMS’ Passionary emphasis, following his 2015 retirement. Now, as Wright-Riggins has […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 6/8/20)—On Thursday, May 28, 2020, American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM) hosted a Courageous Conversation about Financial Wellness Amid COVID-19 and beyond. Inarguably, money is one of the top stressors people face. A pandemic only exacerbates the stress. Panelists shared budgeting tips, educational resources, as well as advice about ways to begin […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 5/29/20)—On May 29, 2020, Interim General Secretary Dr. C. Jeff Woods published a letter to American Baptists with a message centered around justice and more specifically, racial justice. Read the letter below. To read the letter in Spanish, click here. Dear American Baptists, The death of George Floyd has caused widespread […]
