September Pastor/staff equipping Workshops
This month, we are going to begin offering something new by having Pastor/Staff Equipping Workshops. These will be a little different than our previous fellowship luncheons:
– They will have a specific topic for equipping.
– They will start earlier with the program offered first and those who have time and interest can remain for lunch.
– These programs will be offered 4-5 times per year with different topics that relate to strengthening your church and your leadership of its ministries.
In September, for our Workshops, our guest speaker will be Mike Young from Noble Warriors.
- Wednesday, September 18th, Chopstix Restaurant, Martinsville (361 Commonwealth Blvd) at 11:15am
- Thursday, September 19th, Common Ground, Fishersville at 10am
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Other Opportunities for September
The Hoppers in Concert – September 21
Location: Franklin Heights Church, Rocky Mount
Time: 2:00 PM
The Hoppers, an award winning family Southern Gospel Group, will be in concert at Franklin Heights Church, Saturday, September 21 at 2:00 pm. The concert is free but a Love Offering will be taken.
Week of Prayer for Vision VA – September 22-29
Vision Virginia is the SBC of Virginia missions offering. Each and every contribution goes directly to the mission field to support the ministries listed below. This impact reaches far beyond Virginia to provide the resources necessary for people to hear the Gospel. Thank you for praying and giving to your missions offering.
More info here … https://www.sbcv.org/2019-vision-virginia/
Southwest Empowered Prayer Conference
CHURCH LEADERS AND COMMUNITY EVENT
A prayer conference to make Kingdom-focused prayer a priority in your life and ministry. Be challenged by Dr. Mel Blackaby at one of three locations.
LOCATION 1
MON. SEPTEMBER 23
Sky View Missionary Baptist Church in Fancy Gap, VA
5:30pm – 8:00pm
(Registration opens at 5:30pm)
LOCATION 2
TUES. SEPTEMBER 24
Euclid Avenue Baptist Church in Bristol, VA
10:00am – 2:00pm
(Registration opens at 9:15am)
LOCATION 3
TUES. SEPTEMBER 24
Gethsemane Baptist Church in Richlands, VA
5:30pm – 8:00pm
(Registration opens at 5:30pm)
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. Mel Blackaby, Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church of Jonesboro, Georgia
Mel Blackaby currently serves as Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro, Georgia. He is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div. 1991; Ph.D. 1997). It was in the pioneer mission field of Canada that the Lord shaped his life for ministry. He has a deep concern for a world without Christ, as well as a shepherd’s heart that longs to see people grow in their walk with God.
Even though he is an author and conference speaker, his first love remains with ministry in the local church. First Baptist Jonesboro is literally impacting the world as it preaches in seven languages every Sunday, is heavily invested in church planting and world missions, as well being committed to reaching and training the next generation of leaders.Mel and his wife Gina have three children and one granddaughter. As a family, they have learned to “enjoy the journey!” They balance a busy schedule with a love for horses, sports, and traveling.
Pastors’ Wives Retreat
Join us in Virginia Beach on Friday, October 4 for a relaxing afternoon and delicious dinner. Saturday we will join the Established Conference and hear from Lisa Jo Baker on establishing your faith in Christ.
Date: October 4th-5th
Location: London Bridge Baptist Church
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Speaker: Lisa-Jo Baker
Lisa-Jo is Publishers Weekly and ECPA Bestselling author of Never Unfriended. Not only is Lisa-Jo a sought-after national speaker, she is also the popular Bible study teacher of We Saved You a Seat. She’s described as every woman’s best friend as she takes on heavy and light topics such as relationships in the digital age, pros and cons of skinny jeans, and the glorious ordinary of everyday life. Lisa-Jo’s contagious smile and laughter are the icebreakers of a uniquely encouraging message. Lisa-Jo lives outside of Washington D.C. with her husband and three children. You can connect with her at www.lisajobaker.com or on social media @lisajobaker.
Surrounded Conference
Join us the weekend of Annual Homecoming 2019 as Lisa-Jo Baker shares her insights on how to grow friendships God’s way and keys to moving past our insecurities. Hear how she has found her balance while juggling family life, careers, friendships, and responsibilities. Our prayer is that we will feel surrounded by His presence!
Date: November 8-9
Location: Fincastle Baptist Church, 7330 Roanoke Road, Fincastle
Cost: Early Bird Tickets (before August): $20 – Regular tickets (after August): $25
**Only a 30 minute drive from Annual Homecoming!
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