The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey
A diverse network of 280 churches dedicated to friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation in mission
The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey
A diverse network of 280 churches dedicated to friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation in mission
Registration for our 2017 ABCNJ Academy and Annual Session is in full swing, and we don’t want any of our family to miss out on the special Early Bird rates! Registrations received before August 15 can save up to $20 for each attendee. To find out your specific savings, refer to flyers attached to this letter. An early head count also helps the region save money because it makes the guaranteed head count we give to the event venue as accurate as possible. Register today!
We recently finished the first few weeks of the summer season 2017. This year, our theme of “Step Out of the Boat” is designed to challenge campers and staffers to step out in faith and share the good news of Jesus Christ.
As I conclude my first day serving on the ABCNJ regional team, I cannot help but note how privileged I feel to be called to this ministry. I feel especially blessed to be spending day one with our larger American Baptist Church as we gather in Portland Oregon for the Biennial Mission Summit.
During Biennial's openning worship on Friday Dr. Spitzer was officially introduced to our ABCUSA family as the General Secretary of the denomination.
As I write to you today, two concerns weigh heavy on my heart, as I imagine they do on yours as well.
Many of us awoke this morning to the barrage of reports, from news outlets throughout the free world, on the US President’s news conference yesterday and his comments on the tragedy in Charlottesville.
The recent terrorist attacks in England, the apparently politically motivated shooting that took place in Virginia, ongoing debates over how to treat immigrants and visitors to our country, and the struggles of another Baptist denomination to take a clear stand on issues related to white supremacy remind us all that we are living in a violent and divided world that desperately needs to overcome every form of social and political discrimination and search for more just ways to live in harmony.
Have you ever stood under a hot shower after a long day and just experienced the sheer joy of it? That’s how we felt during our recent ministry trip to the Philippines. Only it was a shower of blessings as God kept bringing together the right people at the right time. Here is what our Filipino sisters and brothers said about our time there.
ABCNJ's region staff gathers to share news and make plans for future ministry.
ABCNJ's New Church Development Committee gathers offer encouragement, support, and visioning.
Pastors, be sure to join with your partners in ministry the day prior to Annual Session and help us celebrate the mission of the Church! Gain insights into rejuvenating your fellowship for sharing the good news, both at him and abroad, from some of best missional minds in our ABC family!
We are pleased to be returning once again to the Beautiful Ocean Place Resort & Spa for this year's gathering. Rooms will be reserved for Annual Session attendees, so be sure to book early!
ABCNJ's region staff gathers to share news and make plans for future ministry.
ABCNJ's New Church Development Committee gathers offer encouragement, support, and visioning.
ABCNJ's Executive Committee gathers to guide our region's life and mission.
ABCNJ's region staff gathers to share news and make plans for future ministry.
ABCNJ's New Church Development Committee gathers offer encouragement, support, and visioning.
ABCNJ's Executive Committee gathers to guide our region's life and mission.
The 2017 American Baptist Churches, USA Biennial Mission Summit gathered Portland, Oregon gathered under the theme, "Connect." It concluded Sunday evening with the Lord’s Supper. "Connect" stood on a three-legged stool of sub-themes – “Connected to Christ," "Connected to Each Other," and "Connected in Joy.”