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RESOLUTIONS
Here are the 2019 Annual Homecoming resolutions.
1: APPRECIATION TO FIRST ROANOKE, ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
2: PRAYER FOR OUR ELECTED LEADERS AND GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
3: APPRECIATION FOR THE ARMED SERVICES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
4: IN SUPPORT OF SUNDAY SCHOOL AND SMALL GROUPS AS OUR DISCIPLESHIP STRATEGY
5: ON RACIAL AND ETHNIC UNITY
6: ON ABUSE AND CARING WELL FOR VICTIMS OF ABUSE
INSPIRING SPEAKERS
O.S. HAWKINS
President / Chief Executive Officer
GuideStone Financial Resources
O.S. Hawkins is the president and chief executive officer of GuideStone Financial Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention. Prior to the beginning of his tenure at GuideStone in 1997, Hawkins served as senior pastor of the historic First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas and senior pastor of the First Baptist Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Hawkins is the author of more than 35 books. Hawkins and his wife, Susan, have two children and six grandchildren.
H.B. CHARLES, JR.
Pastor
Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, Jacksonville
Rev. H.B. Charles, Jr. is the pastor-teacher of Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida. At the June 2017 Southern Baptist Convention, Charles was historically and unanimously elected as the first African-American president for the SBC Pastors’ Conference. Charles is a national speaker and the author of several books. Charles and his wife, Crystal, have three children.
VANCE PITMAN
Senior Pastor
Hope Church, Las Vegas
Vance Pitman is the senior pastor of Hope Church Las Vegas. As a seasoned church planter, commissioner of more than 50 churches in the western U.S., and a national mobilizer for the North American Mission Board, Pitman seeks to inspire people to join in God’s eternal, redemptive mission of making disciples and multiplying the church among every tribe, tongue, people, and nation. Pitman and his wife, Kristie, have four children and one granddaughter.
KEN WEATHERSBY
Vice President for Convention Advancement
SBC Executive Committee
Dr. Ken Weathersby is the vice president for Convention Advancement at the SBC Executive Committee. Weathersby served in numerous roles at the North America Mission Board, New Orleans Baptist Seminary, and Tennessee Baptist Convention. Weathersby and his wife, Belva, have two children.
KEN WHITTEN
Senior Pastor
Idlewild Baptist Church, Tampa
Dr. Ken Whitten is the senior pastor of Idlewild Baptist Church in Lutz, Florida. Key highlights of Whitten’s 43 years of ministry include serving as the president of the Florida Baptist Convention, president of the SBC Pastors’ Conference, IMB Trustee, board member of the FCA National, board member of Guidestone, member of the Great Commission Task Force, and many other local to global SBC initiatives. Whitten and his wife, Ginny, have four children and 15 grandchildren.
ERIC THOMAS
Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Norfolk
President, SBC of Virginia
Dr. Thomas has been the pastor of First Norfolk since 2003. He is husband to Eydie and father to four daughters. He has a passion for preaching God’s Word and helping those who are far from God find new life in Christ.
BRIAN AUTRY
Executive Director
SBC of Virginia
Dr. Brian Autry is the Executive Director of the Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia (SBC of Virginia). He previously started Parkway Baptist Church in Moseley, Virginia in 2002 and served as senior pastor. Brian received his bachelor’s degree from James Madison University, his Master of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and his Doctor of Ministry degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Brian and his wife, Jennifer, have three children, Melissa, Mark, and Jenna.
FEATURING
CHARLES BILLINGSLEY
Teaching Pastor
Thomas Road Baptist Church, Lynchburg
Charles Billingsley is the teaching pastor at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia. Launching his career more than two decades ago fronting GRAMMY®- nominated genre giants NewSong, Billingsley has since headlined more than 3,000 concerts and released 24 recordings as a solo artist. He regularly appears at such popular events as Women of Joy, Gridiron Men, and Celebrators, among numerous others. Charles and his wife, Shae, have two sons.
Don’t miss Charles Billingsley, LU Praise, and LU Choir Monday evening!
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SCHEDULE
SUNDAY EVENING, NOV. 10
6:15pm – Worship Begins
6:30pm
Welcome/Greeting
SBCV President: Eric Thomas
Executive Director’s Presentation
Brian Autry
7:30pm – Message: O.S. Hawkins
8:30pm – Dessert Reception(s)
MONDAY MORNING, NOV. 11
9:00am – Worship Begins
9:10am – Welcome: Eric Thomas
9:15am – Breakout Seminar 1
10:30am – Breakout Seminar 2
11:45am – Fellowship Lunch(es)
MONDAY AFTERNOON, NOV. 11
1:20pm – Worship Begins
1:30pm – Welcome: Brian Autry
1:40pm – Message: Ken Weathersby
2:05pm
Business Session
Church Affiliation/Partnership Report
Nominating Committee Report
2:30pm – Executive Director’s and Stewardship Report/2020 Budget and Ministry Investment Plan
3:00pm – Break
3:40pm – Roundtable/Pastors Panel: Importance of Small Groups/Sunday School
4:05pm – Message: Ken Whitten
5:00pm
Great Commission Dinner
Danny Franks, Pastor (Guest Services), Summit Church
Discipleship Dinner
Allan Taylor, Director of Church Education, LifeWay
Women’s Ministry Dinner
Eydie Thomas, Doris McFarland
MONDAY EVENING, NOV. 11
6:45pm – Worship Begins
7:00pm
SBC of Virginia Strategic Missions Presentation and Executive Director’s Message
Brian Autry – Disciples Are Not Alone
7:40pm – Special Music: Charles Billingsley with LU Praise and First Baptist Roanoke Praise Team and Choir
8:00pm – H.B. Charles
9:00pm – Dessert Reception(s)
TUESDAY MORNING, NOV. 12
9:00am
Business Session
Vote on Ministry Investment Plan
Resolutions Committee Report
9:40am – Message: Vance Pitman
10:15am – Greet/Stretch
10:30am – Not Alone Segment
10:45am
Business Session
Election of Officers
11:10am – Not Alone Segment
11:20am – Message: Eric Thomas
12:10pm – Thanks to Outgoing Officers, Introduction of 2020 Officers, and Benediction
Lunch Provided
Sunday School as a Strategy
Sessions 1 & 2
Allan Taylor
Click here to watch Allan Taylor’s invitation.
Every church has a mission – the Great Commission. Jesus was very clear about that. But most churches have no strategy to accomplish the mission. Enter groups! Mission is best accomplished in the context of small groups. Come discover how you can use your groups to fulfill the mission!
Finishing Well: Leading and Serving with the End in Mind
Sessions 1 & 2
Chuck Lawless
Nobody finishes ministry well by accident. This breakout session takes a look at the strategies of church leaders who’ve finished well – and challenges all of us to make these commitments today.
Teaching Doctrine in Small Groups
Sessions 1 & 2
Keith & Amy Whitfield
Can teaching doctrine be done well in small groups, or is it just too difficult (and even dangerous) given how complex the discussions can be? Do you really want to turn your small group leaders loose, even your best and most biblically mature, to lead discussions on biblical themes and topics that are often times confusing and can even create division? For many, we suspect the tendency is to avoid doctrine in small groups and remain focused on practical points of application, because they are afraid bad theology will be taught or theological debate will dominate the discussion. However, for the sake of our faith, we believe teaching doctrine must be done in small groups–and can be done well–if leaders are trained on the purpose of doctrine, on the church’s basic beliefs, and on how to lead theological discussion.
Missional Small Groups
Session 1
George Siler & Jim Booth
Discover how a small group can be engaged in international missions through missionary care, awareness of the mission, and prayer for the nations. Also, learn about opportunities to go!
Discipling Girls
Sessions 1 & 2
Lexi Judy
What every church, youth pastor, and volunteer needs to know about discipling middle and high school girls.
Children – Transformational Discipleship
Session 1
Cindy Middaugh
Learn how to transform the children we teach, not just inform them. Giving them tools they need to make good choices, build on their foundations and find their faith, becoming disciples of Jesus.
The Sermon Starts in the Parking Lot
Session 2
Danny Franks
Every Sunday is somebody’s first Sunday. How do you make sure your first-time guests feel welcomed, cared for, and expected to return? In this breakout, you’ll learn five practical steps to increase the “guest awareness culture” at your church.
Why Small Groups/Sunday School Are Important Vital!
Sessions 1 & 2
Dan Cook
Come learn why your small groups ministry/ Sunday school ministry is not simply an important ministry, that your church needs to pay attention to, but rather a vital ministry that will impact the health and growth of your church. You will learn from a practitioner who will share from practical experience the powerful impact that a healthy, missional small group ministry/ Sunday school ministry can have on your church.
Teaching Together
Session 1
Eric Thomas & Phillip Herring
Developing a team approach for teaching and developing disciples in the church.
The Foundation
Session 1
Eddie Urbine
The SBC of Virginia Foundation now offers loans for new construction, renovation and expansion, refinancing and any other church-related purpose up to $10 million. We also now offer two classes of investments to meet your specific objectives. Whether you’re seeking income or liquidity, our Kingdom-minded investment options are designed with your ministry in mind. When you invest with us, you support Southern Baptist causes at home and around the world. Learn more about our products and how we can help you reach your ministry goals.
Crecimiento Sano de las Iglesias (The Healthy Growth of Churches)
Sessions 1 & 2
Sergio Guardia
¿Como podemos ayudar a una iglesia que parece haberse estancado en su crecimiento? Desarrollaremos los componentes prácticos y eternos que Dios nos ha dado para que podamos tener iglesias sanas que avanzan, independiente de su tamaño.
(How can we help a church that seems to have stalled in its growth? We will develop the practical and eternal components that God has given us so that we can have healthy churches that advance, regardless of their size.)
Coaching for Results
Session 2
Josh Turner/Jamie Limato/Matt Gregory
Every church planter and pastor need a great coach to ensure they are not alone. But where do we start the process? A One-Day Coaching Map. Find out how you can start today.
Discipling Preschoolers, Is It Possible?
Session 2
Crystal Stratton
During our time together we are going to look at the spiritual foundations of preschool age children. We will also discuss ways in which we can disciple young minds and hearts to be followers of Jesus.
The Most Uncomfortable (but necessary) Breakout at Annual Homecoming
Sessions 1 & 2
Brandon Pickett & Rob Showers
You’ve heard the old advertisement, “This is not your father’s Oldsmobile”? Well, the current culture is a long way from what our fathers and mothers had to deal with. We now have to talk about best practices related to sexual harassment and sexual misconduct, child protection and even what to do with sex offenders that come to your church. These two back-to-back one-hour breakouts will give pastors and church leaders helpful tools for dealing with these potential difficult scenarios.
Learn more about MinistrySafe, the nation’s foremost leader in child sexual abuse prevention.
Women’s Ministry – Discipleship – What Now
Session 1
Maxine Porcher
Many women are engaged in Discipleship studies for spiritual growth. But is real transformation taking place? How would you know? In this session we will discover that the outgrowth of discipleship is evidenced when women reach out to their neighbors and communities.
Women’s Ministry – The Roles of Women in the Church
Session 2
Donna Paulk
Women play a valuable role in the church. Understanding our role glorifies God and supports the mission of the church.
Meals are provided free to messengers and guests! (Registration required)
GREAT COMMISSION DINNER
Speaker: Danny Franks, Pastor (Guest Services), Summit Church
The Surprising Secret of a Healthy Group Life. Building “not alone” disciples takes effort. At this dinner you will learn that the secret weapon of assimilating people into your church and building small groups isn’t much of a secret…and the answer may be right under your nose!
DISCIPLESHIP DINNER
Speaker: Allan Taylor, Executive Pastor of Ministries, First Baptist Concord
Disciples are NOT Alone. This faith journey is not a solo trip. We need each other and small groups provide us with the much needed relationships.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY DINNER
Speakers: Eydie Thomas, Doris McFarland
Breaking Down the Dividing Walls. Creating cultures of unity.
LOCAL HOTELS
Hampton Inn & Suites
5033 Valley View Blvd W NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 366-6300
Best Western Plus
5050 Valley View Blvd NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 362-2400
Hyatt Place
5040 Valley View Blvd NW N
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 366-4700
Comfort Inn
5070 Valley View Blvd NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 527-2020
Please note: the SBC of Virginia does not have a special rate agreement with any of the listed hotels.
RESOURCES AND DOCUMENTS
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ANNUAL REPORT
Official documentation for our member churches for the year 2019. Tells of God’s work through His people, gives an accounting of our stewardship of mission resources, and offers plans for our cooperative partnership.
PROGRAM GUIDE
Information and schedule for the SBC of Virginia’s Annual Homecoming at First Baptist Church, Roanoke, on November 10-12, 2019.
PROCLAIMER
You are not alone and disciples are not alone. “He who gets beyond a disciple rises beyond his proper place.” (Charles Spurgeon) Be available to step out in faith because opportunities abound due to the abundance of work. We must never underestimate the value of one person discipled for Christ.
You are invited to a Sunday Evening Pastors’ Reception with O.S. Hawkins!
Location: The Loft
Time: Immediately following the conclusion of the Sunday evening service
Q&A with Dr. Hawkins | Lessons learned as a Pastor and Leader
Bless Every Home
Is your church reaching its community?
There is now an interactive mapping system available that will prompt church members with ways to Bless Every Home. Signing up to be a light is easy and it is FREE!
Learn how to sign up and get started at sbcv.org/blesseveryhome.
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