MBA NEWS ALERTS: MBA CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 26, 2014 PRINCIPLES OF CONFLICT MANAGEMENT JUNE 3, 2014 2ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT JUNE 21, 2014 SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR NEW REFUGEES IN MOBILE COMPENSATION PLANNING JUNE 24, 2014 FAITH FOCUSED SECURITY TRANING LEVEL A JULY 12, 2014 CHURCH PLANTING AND REVITALIZATION TRAININGS JULY 24-26, 2014 2014 SUMMER CAMPS AT CWP LEAD SCHOOL TO START THIS FALL MBA Closed Monday, May 26, 2014 The MBA will be closed Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day. Principles of Conflict Management June 3, 2014 Principles of Conflict Management Tuesday, June 3, 2014 6:30 p.m. MBA office This course covers the fundamentals of Christian Conflict Management which includes the biblical process, knowing one’s own conflict management style, the various levels of conflict, and how to confront one with whom there is a difference and how to behave when one is confronted. This vital course is not just for church staff, but for any and all leaders in the church including Sunday School leaders and teachers, Men’s Ministry leaders, Women’s Ministry leaders, and Deacons. Anyone wanting to better handle conflict will benefit from learning these principles. State missionary Dale Huff will lead the conference. Dale is the Director of the Office of LeaderCare & Church Administration for the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. *This conference was originally scheduled for April 29, but was rescheduled due to inclement weather. Even if you registered before for the April 29 meeting, please register again for this June 3 meeting. Pre-register for this conference at mobilebaptists.org or by contacting the MBA office no later than Thursday, May 29. Please note: this conference is subject to cancellation if not enough participants pre-register. 2nd Annual International Ministries Benefit Golf Tournament June 21, 2014 Golf Benfit pic Visit imc.mobilebaptists.org for rmore information and for sponsorship forms. Supplies Needed for New Refugees in Mobile International Ministries is working with Catholic Social Services in order to help the many refugees from all over the world resettle in Mobile. This unusual partnership has led to many refugees attending the International Language School, and many opportunities to share the Gospel with Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus and others religious backgrounds. Would you consider donating any of the following for the sake of the Gospel? Take tax deductible donations directly to: Catholic Social Services, 400 Government Street, Mobile, 36602 (let them know you are donating with International Ministries and your home church). Items needed: Towels Shampoo (new only) Deodorant (new only) Pots, Pans, and Bake ware Cooking Utensils (wooden spoons, spatulas, etc.) Cutlery Forks (people donate lots of knives and spoons, just not forks!) Waste Baskets (Kitchen and Bathroom sized) Dish Soap Laundry Detergent Alarm Clocks (with plugs preferably) Thank you for giving so we can reach the International Community for Christ. Blessings, Buddy Brents Director of International Ministries and Church Planting Compensation Planning June 24, 2014 Compensation Planning Tuesday, June 24, 2014 6:00 p.m. MBA office Compensation Planning will assist ministers and churches to do the best possible to provide for the minister and his family; avoid additional taxes and avoid the confusion of the ways we normally utilize in the church. This meeting is for ministers, finance committees, personnel committees, search committees and treasurers. State missionary Lee Wright will lead this conference. Pre-register for this free conference at mobilebaptists.org, or by contacting the MBA office no later than Thursday, June 19. Faith Focused Security Training Level A July 12, 2014 Faith-Focused Security Training Faith-Focused Security Training -Level A- July 12, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. First Baptist North Mobile, Saraland Level A Training Description: This is the most basic training for the missions volunteer who travels occasionally to low risk areas on mission trips. Participants will receive a full day of instruction led by Sentinel Trainers certified by Fort Sherman Academy covering topics like: travel security, code of conduct, crime survival and basic crisis policy all from a faith-based perspective. This training is highly recommended for all churches taking mission trips and required for churches who participate in State Board of Missions projects. Make your reservations now to ensure your spot. Cost is $40 per attendee (includes lunch and breaks). Reservations are non-refundable. Visit alsbom.org/ffst to register. For more information call toll free 1-800-264-1225 ext. 298, direct 334-613-2298 or email at [email protected]. Church Planting and Revitalization Trainings July 24-26, 2014 Church Planting and Church Revitalization Training Church Planting and Revitalization Trainings July 24-26, 2014 Sage Avenue Baptist Church Alabama Church Planting Basics Alabama Church Planting Basics is the nuts and bolts or ABC’s of what it takes to plant a church from the planter and the core group’s perspective. Every planter is encouraged to attend and bring as many of his core group as possible. When the participants walk away they will have in hand the structure on which to hang their vision, values, focus group, strategy, etc. COST: There is NO COST for MBA churches. Others are welcome to attend for a $100 fee. The costs for this event are underwritten by your investment in the Cooperative Program and Mobile Baptist Association. REGISTRATION: Register online at alsbom.org/upcoming-events/basic-training-journey. Registration is required. Please register yourself and your team to attend. Tentative schedule: Thursday, July 24 - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (includes lunch and dinner) Friday, July 25 - 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (includes light breakfast and lunch) Saturday, July 26 - 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (includes light breakfast and lunch) Churches Planting Churches Training That same weekend at Sage Avenue, the MBA will sponsor a Churches Planting Churches Training. Churches Planting Churches Training is designed to examine the values underlying the rationale for becoming a sending church. Then the six steps necessary to make this a reality will be taught in detail. This training is designed for a church that is seeking to learn how to start a new church or churches from the “sending” church perspective. Many people are fearful of the whole idea of planting a church because they have no idea as to how they would go about it. Information dispels anxiety. Read More 2014 Summer Camps at CWP Camp Whispering Pines News CWPCamp Whispering Pines Come home to YOUR Camp Whispering Pines! (251)866-7868 campwhisperingpines Serving Christ by Serving Others, Serving Others by Sharing Christ CWP needs 100-150 empty 2 liter soda bottles for the Momentum camps. Get Geared up for 2014 Summer Camps June 9 - 13 - Girls Mission Camp - $149 June 9 - 13 - Boys Adventure Camp - $170 June 18 - 22 - International Childrens Camp July 7 - 11 - Refuel Youth Camp I - $199 July 14 - 18 - Refuel Youth Camp II - $199 July 21 - 25 - Momentum Kids Camp I - $170 July 28 - August 1 - Momentum Kids Camp II - $170 Click here for a brochure with more information on these camps. Go to campwhisperingpines for more information and to register for these events. Book your spring retreat for children, youth, women, men, deacons or staff. Camp Whispering Pines offers a great place for retreats with clean dorms, hotel rooms and meeting spaces to accommodate almost any size group. Visit campwhisperingpines, or call 251-866-7868. LEAD School to Start this Fall LEAD - MBA LEAD pic.logo Classes begin in August of 2014! LEAD-MBA will be starting out with 5 different classes! This is an undergraduate level Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary program with 4 different certificates or 3 different diplomas. These certificate/diploma programs are designed to provide seminary training for deacons, elders, SS teachers, church staff, and qualified church members who are interested in honing their skills in biblical studies and church ministries. Teachers are GGBTS approved. Tentatively, we will offer five different courses (each are three semester hours of study): Read More
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