[VIDEO] Racism and Corporate Evil: A White Guy’s Perspective – Tim Keller

Here is a resources that is being discussed within our congregations. Rev. Dr. Timothy Keller looks at what the Bible says about corporate evil and how it builds a foundation for understanding the pain others face with racism. Keller says, “If we don’t get what the Bible says about corporate evil, we won’t only misunderstand the Bible, but we won’t understand our non-white brothers and sisters’ pain.”

ResourcesAmerican Baptist Churches of New JerseyAugust 3, 2020Racism

[VIDEO] Holy Post - Race in America

Here is a resources that is being discussed within our congregations.Phil Vischer, one of VeggieTales's creators, talks about race in America and how the history of racism still impacts black communities today.

ResourcesAmerican Baptist Churches of New JerseyJuly 20, 2020Racism

Letter from Rev. Miriam Méndez on Antiracism

Letter from our Executive Minister Miriam Méndez on antiracism: “Your ABCNJ staff and I continue to be honored to serve in an energetic, multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, Christ-centered Region characterized by covenant, friendship, mutual respect, and collaboration in mission. As such, we believe it is important for everyone to understand that all human beings are created equal in God's sight.”

ResourcesMiriam MéndezJuly 16, 2020pastoral letter, antiracism, Racism, Racial Justice

ABCNJ Sacred Safe Spaces Partnering with Rutgers

Sacred Safe Spaces is partnering with Rutgers University for three upcoming webinars.

ResourcesAmerican Baptist Churches of New JerseyJune 15, 2020Sacred Safe Spaces

Camp Lebanon Virtual Camp

Reach families in your community... Connect with parents, teens, and children in your congregation and community by offering a virtual stay at Camp Lebanon.

[RESOURCE] Reopening Resources

Make sure to download the resource packet that we were able to assemble after conversations with regional leaders. Thanks to all who were able to attend our small group discussion on reopening our church buildings. We had 80 pastors and leaders join us! We hope it was helpful! If you find yourself wanting to have further discussion, please know that your regional staff is available.

ResourcesGuest UserMay 29, 2020covid-19

[WEBINAR] Taking Care of Others, Taking Care of Ourselves

We are living in unprecedented and difficult days. You, as spiritual leaders in your congregations and communities, are managing the fears, anxieties, and grief of many. You are managing your own as well.

ResourcesAmerican Baptist Churches of New JerseyApril 23, 2020covid-19