The following post comes from one of CBF’s field personnel, Michelle Norman. Michelle and her husband, Matt, were appointed CBF field personnel in 2011. They are currently waiting for proper paperwork to move to their field of service, Barcelona, Spain. Click here to support and learn more about the Norman’s ministry. “I have decided to follow Jesus, … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2013
Savoring sabbath and community at ChurchWorks
The following post is from Josh Hunt, associate pastor of First Baptist Church, Anderson, South Carolina. For more information on 2013 ChurchWorks! (Feb. 25-27) in Fort Worth, Texas and how to attend, please click here. Continuing education and professional development is required for licensed physicians, lawyers, teachers, pilots, engineers and accountants. The public good dictates … Continue reading
Shelia Earl: Painting a ministry
Location: Old Town – Skopje, Macedonia Since leaving Macedonia for our last Off-Field Assignment that began last fall, I have been reflecting on the way in which we have done ministry while living in several international settings. We could compare our ministry to the process of painting with watercolors. It has been exhilarating and intimidating, … Continue reading
Our Invisible Neighbors
She awoke yesterday morning to find that her husband had abandoned her, and he took their money. As she peered through the refrigerator door she noticed only ice cubes and wondered what she was going to use to prepare breakfast for her children. She is scheduled to leave prison tomorrow. Will her child be receptive … Continue reading
“Less like scars, more like character”
The following post comes from one of CBF’s field personnel, Matt Norman. Read the story of his hopes and dreams for the coming year. Click here to support and learn more about the Norman’s ministry. “It’s been a hard year • But I’m climbing out of the rubble • These lessons are hard •Healing changes are subtle … Continue reading
Expecting the unexpected
The following post comes from one of CBF’s newly approved field personnel, Drew Phillips. Read the story of his hopes and dreams for the coming year. Click here to support and learn more about Drew’s ministry. I try to model my approach to a new year on the cousins, Mary and Elizabeth. We see pregnant … Continue reading
ChurchWorks is good fellowship, networking and learning
The following post is from Bo Prosser, coordinator of missional congregations for CBF, Atlanta, Ga. There is nothing better than a mid-Winter gathering for fellowship, networking and learning. ChurchWorks joins Christian educators, young Baptist ministers, church starters, young chaplains and ministry networks for a time of sharing and playing together. Think of ChurchWorks as a … Continue reading
Hurricane Isaac update
The following post comes from Reid Doster, Coordinator of CBF Louisiana. He provides an update on the Hurricane Isaac response in LaPlace, Louisiana, and the partnership of CBF and Fuller Center for Housing. A mere five days after Hurricane Isaac roared ashore (seven years to the day after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast) teams … Continue reading
CBF Missouri changes name to CBF Heartland
In a unanimous decision, the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Missouri Coordinating Council has voted to change the name of the organization to CBF Heartland. “The shift from CBF of Missouri to CBF Heartland recognizes the ongoing work of the Spirit prompting and nudging us in this direction,” said Kathy Pickett, moderator of the Coordinating Council … Continue reading
CBF Louisiana hires new Together for Hope missionary
CBF Louisiana recently hired Jenny Hodge as their new Together for Hope Missionary. The following blog comes from their monthly newsletter and describes the work Jenny will be doing with Together for Hope and how we can support her. CBF-LA glady announces that Jenny Hodge will become the new Together for Hope missionary based in … Continue reading