“One of IM’s partner organizations has two exciting short-term trip opportunities taking place in March! The first opportunity is in El Salvador on March 4-11, 2023. A non-profit organization on the outskirts of San Salvador operates an excellent elementary school, providing its students with a quality education and giving them hope for a future. TripContinue reading “Service Opportunity”
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Pastoring A Small Church Is Not A Penalty, It’s A Specialty
by Karl VatersFor years I bucked against the idea that I am a small church pastor. Instead of seeing it as my calling, my heart and my passion, I treated it like it was my penalty for not having the skills to be a big church pastor. So I consumed every church growth book andContinue reading “Pastoring A Small Church Is Not A Penalty, It’s A Specialty”
Support Katelyn With Her Mission Trip
“Katelyn has a great opportunity to go to Panama on a mission trip this summer with International Missions. She needs help raising the $3500 to make this trip happen. If you would like to help, click the link below and you will be redirected to her page on IM’s website. Thank you to everyone whoContinue reading “Support Katelyn With Her Mission Trip”
When Kids Ask the Tough Questions
“This past weekend, I was teaching the pre-teen class at my home church. We are in a salvation series called Road Trip (check out the series at this link). The main point for the series is Jesus is the only way to heaven. The key verse for the month is Matthew 7:13. “Enter through theContinue reading “When Kids Ask the Tough Questions”
IM Update
“An update from the Simmons in Kenya as they reflect on ending the 2022 year – “HAPPY NEW YEAR! As we reflect on 2022, we are filled with gratitude and praise for all the Lord has done! There were ups and downs, hills and valleys, joys and heartaches. But, through it all, the Lord hasContinue reading “IM Update”
All Boards Meeting
“The 2023 Texas FWB All Boards Meeting is scheduled for Thursday-Saturday, January 26-28, at Fellowship FWB Church in Bryan. All of the state association’s standing boards – Executive Board, Mission Board, Christian Education Board, and Texas Women Active for Christ – will meet over these three days to conduct business, fellowship, and make plans forContinue reading “All Boards Meeting”
Church Leaders Bootcamp
“Please allow me to take this opportunity to send you one final reminder of the 2023 Church Leaders Bootcamp hosted by New Beginnings in Bryan, Texas. The event is free to attend and will be held Friday and Saturday, January 6-7. Friday’s sessions will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Saturday’s sessions will beginContinue reading “Church Leaders Bootcamp”
Welcome Days
January 19-21, 2023 “A 3-day/2-night event for high school students and undergrad transfers. This visit event is ideal for church and school groups who are coming from a far distance.” If you are interested as a student or as a sponsor, check out the details at: https://welch.edu/admissions/welcome-days/
Students Returning to College
As our college students return to campus, pray that they grow in the Lord this semester. Welch begins classes on the 10th and Randall begins on the 17th.
Support for ETEAM and Truth and Peace
“Our youth have received their letters about eTeam and Truth and Peace. The Christian Education Board would like to support the youth who will be participating this year in one or both opportunities. If you know of any youth that will be going on eTeam or participating in Truth and Peace, please let Teressa VoltzContinue reading “Support for ETEAM and Truth and Peace”
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