VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/7/13)—Arthur J. Munson of Phoenixville, Pa., was presented with the 2013 Judson Press Ministry Award during a ceremony at American Baptist Churches USA Mission Center Tuesday. “It’s an honor,” said Munson. “And it’s always been a privilege working with Judson Press.” Munson brought dedication to the various roles he enjoyed during […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/6/13)—In 2013 American Baptist International Ministries (IM) will honor what God has done internationally through American Baptists over the last 200 years by renewing its commitment to Christ’s mission in the future. Under the theme, “EMBRACE THE CAUSE,” IM will both celebrate 200 years ofGod’s blessing and guidance, and also seek […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/5/13)—Just in time for Black History Month, Judson Press has released a powerful new resource for the African American church. To Serve This Present Age: Social Justice Ministries in the Black Church is coauthored by veteran ministry practitioners, Min. Danielle L. Ayers and Rev. Reginald W. Williams Jr. At a time […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 2/11/13)—The Rev. Harrison E. Williams, former deputy general secretary for regional operations, American Baptist Churches USA, died on Thursday, January 24, 2013. He was 93. Dr. A. Roy Medley, general secretary of American Baptist Churches USA, said, “Rev. Williams was an excellent servant of Christ’s church, who used his intellectual, pastoral […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/30/13)—Remaining true to its long history of ministry to immigrants and refugees, American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) continues advocacy efforts through its Office of Immigration and Refugee Services, while supporting recent steps toward comprehensive immigration reform in the United States. Encouraged by President Obama’s recent remarks in Las Vegas, Nev., […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/29/13)—In a unanimous vote at its meeting in Atlanta, Ga., last week, the Board of Directors of American Baptist Home Mission Societies adopted a Public Witness Statement on Gun Violence that included recommendation of 10 measures aimed at reducing the impact of firearms on individuals, families, communities and our nation. These […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/25/13)—Individual registration is open for Mission Summit 2013, an American Baptist Biennial Gathering, in Overland Park/Kansas City, KS, June 21-23, 2013. Registration and additional details may be found at www.americanbaptists2013.com. Individuals may also click here to download the paper registration form. Speakers for the event have been announced, and you can view […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/24/13)—Last summer Tyrone Choate, an Ignite 2012 team member, visited the Cap Haitien Eye Clinic and was profoundly impacted. Less than six months later Choate and his employer, Red Bank Family Eyecare in New Jersey, presented American Baptist International Ministries (IM) with a check to support the Cap Haitien Eye Clinic […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/23/13)—Congregations, regions and community ministries related to American Baptist Churches USA (ABCUSA) are invited to apply for 2013 Children in Poverty (CiP) grants from American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) for support of programs that address needs of children living in poverty in their local communities. At least 10 grants ranging […]
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/16/13)—The speakers for Mission Summit 2013, an American Baptist Biennial Gathering, have been announced by the Mission Summit/Biennial Planning Committee. Dr. Michelle Alexander, Rev. Dr. Yam Kho Pau, Rev. Dr. John Upton, and Rev. Matthew Sturtevant will speak at the evening worship sessions during the three day event in Overland Park, […]
