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Highlights from the American Baptist family — leaders, congregations, and ministries making a difference.
American Baptist Churches USA Joyfully Announces Engage 2027
A welcoming opportunity for pastors, church leaders, seminarians, chaplains, and specialized ministers new to ABCUSA to connect at the 2027 Biennial Mission Summit.
Read article →Mother's Day Message from the General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain, American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary
Happy Joy filled Mother’s Day!
Read article →Good Friday
“May this Good Friday bring peace to your heart, reflection to your soul, and grace to your life. Praying that you have a blessed and meaningful day.”
Read article →Maundy Thursday
Today we commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, during which He washed the feet of His disciples
Read article →Easter Sunday Message from the General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain, American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary
Matthew 28:6 – He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay
Read article →Happy Palm Sunday
On this Palm Sunday we recognize the triumphant entry of Christ into Jerusalem
Read article →ABHMS Announces Expanded Benefits for 2026 Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers Conference Attendees
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/13/26)— When faith leaders gather Tuesday through Thursday, April 21–23, in Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2026 Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers…
Read article →$5,000 in OGHS Disaster Relief Funds Sent to Support Communities in the Middle East Impacted by Escalating Violence
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/11/26)— International Ministries (IM) is releasing $5,000 in One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) emergency disaster relief funds to assist IM partners who are…
Read article →International Ministries Announces the Retirement of Global Servants Dan and Sarah Chetti After Decades of Faithful Service in the Arab World
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/3/26)— It is with deep appreciation that International Ministries (IM) announces the upcoming retirement of Global Servants Dan and Sarah Chetti on March…
Read article →ABWIM Newsletter Volume 2
ABWIM Newsletter Volume 2
Read article →American Baptist Churches USA Announces Theme and Reveals Logo for 2027 Biennial Mission Summit
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 02/19/26) —Announces Theme and Reveals Logo for 2027 Biennial Mission Summit
Read article →Ash Wednesday Message from Rev. Dr. Gina C. Jacobs-Strain General Secretary of American Baptist Churches USA
Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your lovingkindness; According to the greatness of Your compassion blot out my transgressions. — Psalms 51:1
Read article →A New Chapter Unfolds at The Christian Citizen as Anna Piela Ascends to Editor
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 2/9/26)— American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) is pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Anna Piela, a talented scholar-minister and Polish immigrant…
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