| From | Arkansas Baptist State Convention <[email protected]> |
| Subject | April is all about new life and outreach |
| Date | April 1, 2025 2:33 PM |
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Official e-newsletter of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention (#)
Stay Connected
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Serve Local, Big Day, Baptism Sunday
Serve Local ([link removed]) Churches are encouraged to select a day, or multiple days, during April 12–19 to serve their communities, meeting practical needs and strategically sharing the Gospel. Resources include evangelism resources and suggestions on identifying needs.
Big Day ([link removed]) “Big Days” are recurring cultural moments in the year that can be used to invite people to church. For the Spring Outreach Strategy, Big Day is April 20, which is Easter, a natural high attendance Sunday.
Statewide Baptism Sunday ([link removed]) Churches are invited to mark April 27, the Sunday after Easter, as a day of celebrating decisions made through Serve Local and Big Day.
Register to participate and stay up-to-date on new resources for the Spring Outreach Strategy ([link removed])
[link removed]
VBS Trainings
April 3, 6, or 10
Vacation Bible School (VBS) has a huge impact on churches, children, and families. Our VBS trainings are an incredible opportunity to hear from experienced kids ministry leaders and receive valuable resources for your church.
April 3 | Cross Church, Fayetteville | 6:00–8:30 p.m ([link removed]) .
April 6 | First Baptist Church, El Dorado | 3:00–5:30 p.m. ([link removed])
April 10 | Collective Church, Bryant |6:00–8:30 p.m. ([link removed])
[link removed]
Heart & Four Fields
April 4–5
Heart & Four Fields is an effective evangelism and disciple-making strategy equipping everyday believers, church leaders, and church planters. This event is being led by experienced pastors and missionaries involved in church planting in numerous contexts.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Worship Leaders' Roundtable
Join us for the Worship Leaders' Roundtable that will be gathering in your area. These events held throughout the year are great opportunities to enjoy the fellowship of other worship leaders as we challenge, sharpen, and encourage one another. Please click on the links below to register for the Worship Leaders' Roundtable near you to be sure you are provided a meal. Contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) for more information and later dates and locations.
April 3, Wynne Baptist Church ([link removed])
April 10, First Baptist Church, Nashville ([link removed])
April 24, First Baptist Church, Monticello ([link removed])
[link removed]
Connect Weekend
April 11–13
Looking for a student missions experience? Join us for a week-long missions trip experience packaged into a single weekend. CONNECT helps to engage students in and equip them for the mission by connecting them to Christ, to other Arkansas students, and introducing them to various ministries provided through the Dixie Jackson Arkansas Missions Offering and the Cooperative Program.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Sending Lab
The Sending Lab is a one-day workshop that will help you develop a vision and plan for leading your church to send. It’s a collaborative experience that will connect you with other pastors on the same journey, while guiding you to identify your next steps for finding, developing, and sending church planters.
April 14, Nettleton Baptist Church, Jonesboro ([link removed])
April 15, Connect Church, Little Rock ([link removed])
[link removed]
Women's Ministry Network Gatherings
April 24
Arkansas Baptist Women's Ministry Network offers an opportunity for leaders to gather in regional groups to share ideas, discuss strategy, and get to know one another. The goal is to help grow a strong network of leaders who offer friendship and serve as a resource and encouragement to one another.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
First Responder Chaplain Training
April 24–25First Responder Chaplain/Peer Support Training ([link removed]) will be held April 24–25. This is for chaplains (or future chaplains), pastors and church leaders, Law Enforcement/Fire/EMS Peer Support Team Members and other emergency responders, anyone desiring to minister to and support first responders. Also great information for hospice and hospital workers.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
EQUIP SMC
EQUIP:SMC is designed specifically with smaller membership church (SMC) leaders in mind. Whether full-time, bi-vocational, or volunteer, SMC ministry has many unique and challenging demands. This conference aims to further equip and encourage those serving in SMC ministry.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Disaster Relief Training
April 26
Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers go to share the love and hope of Jesus Christ. Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are trained and credentialed, and are provided access into areas of crisis where we can meet people at their points of need. Please prayerfully consider if Disaster Relief is a ministry in which the Lord is calling you to serve.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
[link removed]
Abuse Prevention + Response Conference
May 1
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention is here to help your church. Protecting minors and those vulnerable from sexual abuse remains a top priority. Join us for the Abuse Prevention + Response Conference as we walk through the Essentials to actively assist and encourage Arkansas Baptist churches to train, screen, protect, report, and care when it comes to abuse prevention and response.
[link removed]
Man Up!
May 3
An afternoon of fun, food, fellowship and disciple making for men of all ages. Don't miss this opportunity to spend time with Christian men from around the state. Bring your lost friends and enjoy the beautiful outdoors, eat a good meal, worship together, and hear an uplifting evangelistic message.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Family Missions Day at the Zoo
May 17
Join us for a fun-filled day of missions experiences, including meeting missionaries and learning about missions in Arkansas and around the world!
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Engage Camp
June 16–20
Engage Missions Camp will be held at Camp Paron from June 16–20. This unique camp combines biblical teaching, worship, evangelism, fun, and fellowship with hands-on ministry opportunities to help equip students to be engaged full-time in God's mission. Registration is open.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
PraiseWorks + JoyWorks 2025
July 14-18
PraiseWorks is a worship arts-focused camp for students who have completed grades 7–12. JoyWorks is a worship arts-focused camp for kids who have completed grades 3–6. Campers at both camps have an opportunity to gather to worship, learn about worship, and gain skills for leading and participating in worship.
PraiseWorks information and registration ([link removed])
JoyWorks information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Arkansas Baptist Women Podcast
In this special episode, we sit down with Leslie Strobel to discuss her ministry and her support for her husband, Lee. She shares her testimony of coming to faith in Jesus and what it was like to pray and contend for her atheist husband to come to trust Jesus as well. Her husband Lee eventually came to believe in Jesus and went on to author many different books that have shared Jesus with millions of people around the world. The couple now travel around to various speaking engagements and conferences. They are active in their church and cherish time together with their grandkids. Leslie and Lee cowrote a book called Spiritual Mismatch to help others in similar situations where one spouse is a believer and the other is not.
Listen now ([link removed])
[link removed]
Missionize with the Missions Guys Podcast
JJ Washington joins us for an interview and shares some insight about creating a culture of evangelism. If you are looking for assistance or resources, you can reach out to our Missions Team here at the ABSC. If you would like to contact JJ, you can reach him at: [email protected]
Listen now ([link removed])
[link removed]
Lead Defend Podcast
Some areas in the Bible are addressed clearly. But there are other areas where things are a little more "gray." In this episode, pastor and speaker Tom Richter shares a method for discerning those gray areas using principles found in the book of 1 Corinthians.
Listen now ([link removed])
More ways to keep up with and share all things Arkansas Baptist
[link removed]
MORE EVENTS
View the full list of events at absc.org/calendar
[link removed]
SHARE ENEWS
Feel free to forward this eNewsletter to others in your church. If this eNewsletter was forwarded to you, subscribe here ([link removed])
[link removed]
AB NEWS
Subscribe ([link removed]) to the twice-montly Arkansas Baptist News and watch for articles in between at arkansasbaptist.org ([link removed])
[link removed]
AB LIFE
Every church receives a quarterly print copy of Arkansas Baptist Life ([link removed]) , and you may request additional copies by emailing [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
About Us
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention is made up of the Executive Board ministries and the five agencies/institutions that are funded by the Cooperative Program ([link removed]) giving of more than 1,400 Arkansas churches. In addition, giving to the Dixie Jackson Arkansas Missions Offering ([link removed]) enables certain Executive Board ministries to resource, mobilize, serve, and reach people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Arkansas.
The Teams of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention are regularly creating resources for your use. Find more resources, organized by Team, on our website ([link removed]) .
[link removed]
Contact Us:
Arkansas Baptist State Convention
10 Remington Drive
Little Rock, AR 72204
Mail: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Call us: 501-376-4791
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Official e-newsletter of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention (#)
Stay Connected
[link removed]
Serve Local, Big Day, Baptism Sunday
Serve Local ([link removed]) Churches are encouraged to select a day, or multiple days, during April 12–19 to serve their communities, meeting practical needs and strategically sharing the Gospel. Resources include evangelism resources and suggestions on identifying needs.
Big Day ([link removed]) “Big Days” are recurring cultural moments in the year that can be used to invite people to church. For the Spring Outreach Strategy, Big Day is April 20, which is Easter, a natural high attendance Sunday.
Statewide Baptism Sunday ([link removed]) Churches are invited to mark April 27, the Sunday after Easter, as a day of celebrating decisions made through Serve Local and Big Day.
Register to participate and stay up-to-date on new resources for the Spring Outreach Strategy ([link removed])
[link removed]
VBS Trainings
April 3, 6, or 10
Vacation Bible School (VBS) has a huge impact on churches, children, and families. Our VBS trainings are an incredible opportunity to hear from experienced kids ministry leaders and receive valuable resources for your church.
April 3 | Cross Church, Fayetteville | 6:00–8:30 p.m ([link removed]) .
April 6 | First Baptist Church, El Dorado | 3:00–5:30 p.m. ([link removed])
April 10 | Collective Church, Bryant |6:00–8:30 p.m. ([link removed])
[link removed]
Heart & Four Fields
April 4–5
Heart & Four Fields is an effective evangelism and disciple-making strategy equipping everyday believers, church leaders, and church planters. This event is being led by experienced pastors and missionaries involved in church planting in numerous contexts.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Worship Leaders' Roundtable
Join us for the Worship Leaders' Roundtable that will be gathering in your area. These events held throughout the year are great opportunities to enjoy the fellowship of other worship leaders as we challenge, sharpen, and encourage one another. Please click on the links below to register for the Worship Leaders' Roundtable near you to be sure you are provided a meal. Contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) for more information and later dates and locations.
April 3, Wynne Baptist Church ([link removed])
April 10, First Baptist Church, Nashville ([link removed])
April 24, First Baptist Church, Monticello ([link removed])
[link removed]
Connect Weekend
April 11–13
Looking for a student missions experience? Join us for a week-long missions trip experience packaged into a single weekend. CONNECT helps to engage students in and equip them for the mission by connecting them to Christ, to other Arkansas students, and introducing them to various ministries provided through the Dixie Jackson Arkansas Missions Offering and the Cooperative Program.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Sending Lab
The Sending Lab is a one-day workshop that will help you develop a vision and plan for leading your church to send. It’s a collaborative experience that will connect you with other pastors on the same journey, while guiding you to identify your next steps for finding, developing, and sending church planters.
April 14, Nettleton Baptist Church, Jonesboro ([link removed])
April 15, Connect Church, Little Rock ([link removed])
[link removed]
Women's Ministry Network Gatherings
April 24
Arkansas Baptist Women's Ministry Network offers an opportunity for leaders to gather in regional groups to share ideas, discuss strategy, and get to know one another. The goal is to help grow a strong network of leaders who offer friendship and serve as a resource and encouragement to one another.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
First Responder Chaplain Training
April 24–25First Responder Chaplain/Peer Support Training ([link removed]) will be held April 24–25. This is for chaplains (or future chaplains), pastors and church leaders, Law Enforcement/Fire/EMS Peer Support Team Members and other emergency responders, anyone desiring to minister to and support first responders. Also great information for hospice and hospital workers.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
EQUIP SMC
EQUIP:SMC is designed specifically with smaller membership church (SMC) leaders in mind. Whether full-time, bi-vocational, or volunteer, SMC ministry has many unique and challenging demands. This conference aims to further equip and encourage those serving in SMC ministry.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Disaster Relief Training
April 26
Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers go to share the love and hope of Jesus Christ. Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are trained and credentialed, and are provided access into areas of crisis where we can meet people at their points of need. Please prayerfully consider if Disaster Relief is a ministry in which the Lord is calling you to serve.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
[link removed]
Abuse Prevention + Response Conference
May 1
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention is here to help your church. Protecting minors and those vulnerable from sexual abuse remains a top priority. Join us for the Abuse Prevention + Response Conference as we walk through the Essentials to actively assist and encourage Arkansas Baptist churches to train, screen, protect, report, and care when it comes to abuse prevention and response.
[link removed]
Man Up!
May 3
An afternoon of fun, food, fellowship and disciple making for men of all ages. Don't miss this opportunity to spend time with Christian men from around the state. Bring your lost friends and enjoy the beautiful outdoors, eat a good meal, worship together, and hear an uplifting evangelistic message.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Family Missions Day at the Zoo
May 17
Join us for a fun-filled day of missions experiences, including meeting missionaries and learning about missions in Arkansas and around the world!
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Engage Camp
June 16–20
Engage Missions Camp will be held at Camp Paron from June 16–20. This unique camp combines biblical teaching, worship, evangelism, fun, and fellowship with hands-on ministry opportunities to help equip students to be engaged full-time in God's mission. Registration is open.
Information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
PraiseWorks + JoyWorks 2025
July 14-18
PraiseWorks is a worship arts-focused camp for students who have completed grades 7–12. JoyWorks is a worship arts-focused camp for kids who have completed grades 3–6. Campers at both camps have an opportunity to gather to worship, learn about worship, and gain skills for leading and participating in worship.
PraiseWorks information and registration ([link removed])
JoyWorks information and registration ([link removed])
[link removed]
Arkansas Baptist Women Podcast
In this special episode, we sit down with Leslie Strobel to discuss her ministry and her support for her husband, Lee. She shares her testimony of coming to faith in Jesus and what it was like to pray and contend for her atheist husband to come to trust Jesus as well. Her husband Lee eventually came to believe in Jesus and went on to author many different books that have shared Jesus with millions of people around the world. The couple now travel around to various speaking engagements and conferences. They are active in their church and cherish time together with their grandkids. Leslie and Lee cowrote a book called Spiritual Mismatch to help others in similar situations where one spouse is a believer and the other is not.
Listen now ([link removed])
[link removed]
Missionize with the Missions Guys Podcast
JJ Washington joins us for an interview and shares some insight about creating a culture of evangelism. If you are looking for assistance or resources, you can reach out to our Missions Team here at the ABSC. If you would like to contact JJ, you can reach him at: [email protected]
Listen now ([link removed])
[link removed]
Lead Defend Podcast
Some areas in the Bible are addressed clearly. But there are other areas where things are a little more "gray." In this episode, pastor and speaker Tom Richter shares a method for discerning those gray areas using principles found in the book of 1 Corinthians.
Listen now ([link removed])
More ways to keep up with and share all things Arkansas Baptist
[link removed]
MORE EVENTS
View the full list of events at absc.org/calendar
[link removed]
SHARE ENEWS
Feel free to forward this eNewsletter to others in your church. If this eNewsletter was forwarded to you, subscribe here ([link removed])
[link removed]
AB NEWS
Subscribe ([link removed]) to the twice-montly Arkansas Baptist News and watch for articles in between at arkansasbaptist.org ([link removed])
[link removed]
AB LIFE
Every church receives a quarterly print copy of Arkansas Baptist Life ([link removed]) , and you may request additional copies by emailing [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
About Us
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention is made up of the Executive Board ministries and the five agencies/institutions that are funded by the Cooperative Program ([link removed]) giving of more than 1,400 Arkansas churches. In addition, giving to the Dixie Jackson Arkansas Missions Offering ([link removed]) enables certain Executive Board ministries to resource, mobilize, serve, and reach people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Arkansas.
The Teams of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention are regularly creating resources for your use. Find more resources, organized by Team, on our website ([link removed]) .
[link removed]
Contact Us:
Arkansas Baptist State Convention
10 Remington Drive
Little Rock, AR 72204
Mail: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Call us: 501-376-4791
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This email was sent to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
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