You’re invited to an ABCUSA Women in Ministry Webinar Series, “Joy of the Journey” – coming in March 2026 in honor of Women’s History Month!
Join us for the “Joy of the Journey” webinar series as women share their journeys and join together in a time of discussion.
Every Tuesday in March at 8:00 p.m. Eastern / 5:00 p.m. Pacific:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, with Rev. Jacquline Saxon Tuesday, March 10, 2026, with Rev. Dr. Trisha Miller Manarin Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with Rev. Miriam Méndez Tuesday, March 24, 20 26, with Rev. Lori Dvirnak Lundblad Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with Rev. Patty King Bilyeu
Learn more about our presenters:
March 3, 2026 – Rev. Jacquline Saxon
Rev. Jacquline Saxon, Regional Executive Minister for Mid-American Baptist Churches of Iowa and Minnesota, has a passion for travel and for the pilgrimage known as the Camino de Santiago. She recently published a book entitled: Tales from the Trail: Keeping it Real on the Camino de Santiago. One African American Woman’s Quest for Clarity.
March 10, 2026 – Rev. Dr. Trisha Miller Manarin
Rev. Dr. Trisha Miller Manarin, Regional Executive Minister for the District of Columbia Baptist Convention, has a passion for pastoring pastors and equipping congregations for the ministry God has called them to do.
March 17, 2026 – Rev. Miriam Méndez
Rev. Miriam Méndez, Regional Executive Minister for American Baptist Churches of New Jersey, has over 25 years of leadership in pastoral ministry, regional work, spiritual direction, mentoring, seminary teaching, and community engagement. Rev. Méndez brings a rich and multifaceted perspective on church leadership.
March 24, 2026 – Rev. Lori Dvirnak Lundblad
Rev. Lori Dvirnak Lundblad, Associate Executive Minister for American Baptist Churches of the Dakotas, first sensed God’s call to ministry in her small church in North Dakota. She has s served as associate pastor, hospice chaplain, and now as regional staff.
March 31, 2026 – Rev. Patty King Bilyeu
Rev. Patty King Bilyeu, Regional Executive Minister for American Baptist Churches of the Great Rivers Region, committed to Christ early and she has been involved with American Baptist Churches throughout her life. A native of Ohio, Bilyeu became part of a ministry team at her home church during college, and soon acknowledged God’s call to full-time ministry.
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