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Church Events

        Vacation Bible Schools

August 4 – 8:                

The Church at Canyon Creek

9001 FM 620 North

(512) 331-7340

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Completed Kindergarten – 5th Grade

THEME: Outrigger Island

Click Here for Online Information

August 28 – 30:   

Sonterra Fellowship

305 Limestone Terrace

Jarrell, TX

(512) 746-2121

6:30PM – 8:00PM

THEME: Cactus Canyon

 

Hispanic Singles Camp 2008

August 8-10, 2008

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Camp

1701 Texas Plume

Cedar Hill, TX

 

Praise & Worship Music: True Vine

Live Performance: The Stephen Miller Band

Speakers: Jesse Rincones & Jon Randles

Friday Night Fajita Cookout

Saturday Night La Via Coffehouse 

 

Two Days of Worship and Fellowship

$99 Before July 16, 2008

$110 on or After July 16, 2008

$115 (On-site Registration)

Click here for more information & to Register

 

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WRBN’s Annual Church Development Conference

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

The Center for Ministry Effectiveness and Educational Leadership at Baylor University and the Waco Regional Baptist Network are co-sponsoring WRBN’s annual Church Development Conference. The theme of the conference is Ministry Leadership. 

 

The program will be comprised of the following sessions:            

 

              *The Thirteen Most Productive Habits for Effective Ministers

              *The Minister’s Home and Family Relationships

              *Leading Difficult Church Members

              *How to Build and Maintain a Happy Fellowship in a Church

Hosted by:      Emmanuel Baptist Church

 Fellowship Hall

                               1801 Gurley Avenue

                               Waco, TX

 

Time:               9:30 am – 2:30 pm

                                  Coffee & Refreshments at 9:30am

  Lunch will be provided

 

Host Pastor:  Dr. Randy Huges

 

Leader:          Bob Edd Shotwell

                               Minister’s Mentoring & Consulting Service

 

Contact:         Julie Covington at 254-710-4677 or Julie_Covington@baylor.edu

                                      Linda Davis at 254-753-2408 or lindscdavis@clearwire.net

 

 

Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 7th

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Free Youth Concert

Hosted by: Straight Gate Fellowship

Hutto, Texas

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

7:00pm

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Featured Group

Nadine Johnson Elementary School Cafeteria

(Behind Hutto High School)

955 Carl Stern Road

Hutto, TX

 

In partnership with Realization Ministries, Centro Familiar Cristiano, the Door Fellowship, Nadine Johnson Elementary School, Promise Keepers of Austin, Hutto Baptist Church, Christian Motorcycle Association, KNLE Radio and Power FM Radio Stations.

 

There will be a Moonwalk for those 8yrs – 14yrs. Come out and start an Outreach for all youth.

 

Contact:

Raymond Rippenkroeger

Out Reach Pastor

512-426-2564

rntripp@msn.com

 

 

 

August 15 -16, 2008

 Dallas Baptist University

Learning Center
3000 Mountain Ck Parkway
Dallas, TX 75211

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Michael Lindsay, a professor at Rice, is a sociologist who specializes in issues surrounding leadership, religion and culture.

 

The Summit has something for everyone who ministers to and teaches preschoolers and children. Seminars are designed for:

    • Preschool Ministers
    • Children’s Ministers
    • Weekday Directors
    • Parent’s Day Out Directors
    • Preschool Teachers
    • Children’s Teachers
    • Weekday Teachers (Hours will be given for those working in a licensed weekday facility)

Deadline for registration must be postmarked by August 6. 
Registration refunds not available after August 6.

 

For more detailed information on cost, lodging, schedule and registration

click here

Or contact Bethany Frisch at 214-828-5205 or bethany.frisch@bgct.org

 

 

 

Awakening Ladies Conference

Saturday, August 16, 2008

8:30 am – 3:30 pm

First Baptist Church Georgetown

1333 West University Avenue

Georgetown, TX

512-869-2586

 

Jill Baughan, Guest Speaker

Jill believes that too many people have let life's hurts and responsibilities overwhelm their sense of fun, and she has written Born to Be Wild: Rediscover the Freedom of Fun to help them find it again.

 

Teresa Harmening, Worship Leader

Teresa is a dynamic and inspiring speaker and worship leader who has had a heartfelt love for music since she was a small child. She has served as church pianist, choir director and worship leader at Leesville Baptist Church, for the past 26 years.

 

Registration and Deadlines:

$20 per person before August 1
$25 if registered after August 1

Make check payable to:

Bell Baptist Association Awakening

Mail Reservations to:

Jim Cooke

Bell Baptist Association

PO Box 1447

Belton, TX 76513

Click here for more information or contact Kathy at Kathy.bba@sbcglobal.net

 

Saturday, August 16, 2008

First Baptist Church

801 W Pecan Street

Pflugerville, TX 78660

 

Presented by:

The Austin Baptist Association

and

The Williamson Baptist Association

and

LifeWay

 

This one-day seminar will be an opportunity to meet other Hispanic Pastors & Leaders in the area. Through corporate worship and times of instruction, we hope that community is discovered among pastors and leaders in our area.

Six of the top trainers from LIfeWay have been invited to help you with evangelism, discipleship, mentoring, college ministry and reaching people groups. This is an opportunity for you to be challenged in your ministry and growth.

Lunch will be provided for those who register and pay by Wednesday, August 13th. No child care will be provided.

Cost per person: $5.00

To Register Contact:

Bonnie at 512-930-0965 or bonnie@wbatexas.org

 

You Are Invited To Join The

The 2nd Season Of

The Singing Women of

Central Texas

Fall Membership Retreat

August 22-23, 2008

Miracle Farm

Brenham, Texas

SWOT

 

 Membership is open to any woman who is an active member of a Texas Baptist church. Rehearsals and concerts are held the third Saturday of each month September thru May.

 

For information on how you can become a part of this ministry, contact

Sylvia – Sylvia.goree@yahoo.com

Kay – utmom@austin.rr.com

Susan – susanf1@ecpi.com

 

1st Annual Gospel Fest

Hosted by:

The New Revelation Baptist Church

Hutto, Texas

 

Saturday, August 23, 2008

11:00AM – 10:00PM

 

Held at Fritz Park

400 Park Street

Hutto, TX

 

Free Admission

 

The 2008 Gospel Fest is an outreach musical event that will have a wide variety of non-stop gospel singing ministries from around Texas. The Southern Travelers of Arlington, Richard Hollis of Houston, Symintha Radford of Rockwall, Miz T, gospel comedian, Austin, Zyion of Houston, The New Soul Invaders, Industry, Alex Campos and the Peace Makers of Gonzales, The Shields of Faith of San Antonio, The Canyon Creek Gospel Blues Band of Austin and many, many more.

 

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the sights and sounds of LIVE GOSPEL music and entertainment.

 

If you, your church, or singing group would like to participate in this outreach to the community by becoming a participating performer,  please contact New Revelation Baptist Church at 512-922-0965

or email new.revelation.baptist.church@gmain.com

or go to http://new-revelationbc.org/ for registration information

 

 

Certificate in Ministry*

Fall 2008 Schedule

 

Round Rock

Monday nights: 6-9:30pm at the Texas Baptist Children’s Home

Professor: Dr. Matt Hudson

New Testament I-Gospels                                                  Aug. 25- Sept. 29

New Testament II- Acts and Pauline Epistles                  Oct. 6-Nov. 3

New Testament III- General Epistles and Revelation     Nov. 10- Dec. 8

 

Cedar Park

Monday nights: 6-9:30pm at New Hope First Baptist Church

Professor: Rev. Travis Bundrick

Christian Missions                                                              Aug. 25-Sept. 29

Leadership in the Church                                                  Oct. 6-Nov. 3

Basic Christian Ethics                                                       Nov. 10-Dec. 8

 

Cost per class, due on the first night of each class, is $195 for credit and $97.50 to audit. To pre-register or for more details about either of these classes, e-mail Travis Bundrick at

travisb@discovernewhope.com

 

* This is a fully accredited program offered through the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.

 

Back To School Extravaganza

August 23, 2008

The Brett Family Singers

 

The Georgetown Project will sponsor a community-wide fund-raising event by staging the BRETT FAMILY SINGERS from Branson, Missouri. The program will be wholesome family fun for all age groups.

 

Georgetown Performing Arts Center

Klett Center

Performances: 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Tickets: $30, $25 & $15 Students

Tickets also on sale at HEB beginning July 17th

Contact: Gene Davenport at (512) 943-5198

davenportg@georgetownproject.com

www.georgetownproject.com

 

Cans for Kids Aluminum Can Collection Benefits

Children in Haiti

You can send this girl to school in Guibert, Haiti

August 31st

November 30th

  • Cans will be collected and converted to cash
  • The cash will be given to Hope for the Hungry
  • Hope for the Hungry will send the cash to Guibert, Haiti school and children’s home

(www.hopeforthehungry.org)

  • Four times in 2008 you are asked to bring at least 5 aluminum cans. (Each time in a Fifth Sunday of the Month of a 5 Sunday Month)
  • Collection Site:

First Baptist Church Belton, Tx - South Parking Lot - across from HEB between 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

www.bellchurches.com/studentministries

 

 

ESL New Teacher   Training

 

  

Location:    Bannockborn Baptist Church

 7100 Brodie Lane

 Austin, Texas

 

Date:                 September 5 & 6, 2008  

Cost:          $30  

Contact:          Robin Feistel

  ESL Teacher Trainer/Ministry Consultant

                                  936-564-6017or RobinESL@sbcglobal.net

 

Reservations are necessary

 

 

 

2008 Missions Conference

Central Baptist Church

Round Rock, Texas

Sunday, Sept. 7

 

Schedule of Events:

     8:30am-9:30am:    Worship

     9:45am-10:45am:   Conference & Combined Adult Bible Fellowship Classes

     10:45am- 1:00pm:  Meet and Greet with Congregation

 

A tent will be set up outside for all ministry displays

Hot dogs will be grilled and served

There will be a special time to visit with everyone, eat and view displays after Worship & the Conference

 

If you would like to participate, please RSVP:

Glynis Hugghins at johnny.glynis.hug@juno.com

Or call the church at 512-388-3408

 

 

Friendship International Begins

 

 

September 10, 2008

 

 

Friendship International provides an opportunity for women from around the world to make friends, learn about each other’s culture, practice English, develop creative skills and have fun together. ALL international women are invited to attend whether new to the area or have lived here for years.

 

Friendship International meets on:

Wednesday mornings

9:45 am - 12:00 pm

    at

First Baptist Church, Round Rock

First Life Center

305 Round Rock Avenue

Round Rock, Texas

 

Each meeting begins with refreshments and socializing followed by a program.   Programs include safety tips, cooking, children’s activities, music, arts, English Second Language Levels 1,2,3, quilting, scrap booking, needlework and much more.

 

Childcare will be available for a fee

 For more information contact:

 Jan at 512-989-0357 or Donna at 512-246-1958.

 

 

 

 

A Journey to discover what it means to be holy

 

Tabernacle Baptist Church
1200 Country Club Rd

Ennis, Texas 75119

(south of Dallas on I-45)

Conference opportunities that will help you learn more about pursuing a life of holiness:

  • Designing Your Future with Style
  • Joyful Living
  • Finding True Contentment
  • Made for Paradise
  • Pursuing Holiness by Living a Balance Life
  • Young Adult Track: Get Real…Real Quick!; Hot
    Topics: Truth Revealed; Purity…Mind, Body, and Soul
  • Youth Track: Hot Topics: Truth Revealed;
    Destination: Self Esteem: Virtual Worship Experience

$55 Early Bird Discount
$75 after August 8

$65 “Me and Mom” package

Click here for more detailed information

 

 

ASSET  DEVELOPMENT  SEMINAR

For Faith-Based Organizations

 

Thursday, September 25, 2008

 

First Baptist Church, Georgetown

 

The Georgetown Project is sponsoring this event in hopes to attract church youth leaders and other adults that seek to have positive influence on the youth of our community. This activity will be held at the First Baptist Church of Georgetown, 1333 West University Avenue, at 7:00PM.

More details will follow soon. Mark your calendar Now.

 

Questions about this event may be directed to:

The Georgetown Project

(512) 943-5198

Gene. E. Davenport, ED.D.

davenportg@georgetownproject.com

www.georgetownproject.com

 

Austin Family Summit

September 30, 2008

 Redeemer Lutheran Church

1500 W. Anderson Lane

Austin, TX

9:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

The Austin Church Leaders Family Summit is a way for local church leaders, pastors and lay leaders, to share ideas among Central Texas Church Leaders that will make a positive impact on the Family by strengthening Marriages, Parenting Skills and Young Adult Spiritual Formation.

 

Pastors and lay leaders will share with each other in this “summit-based” format in which ideas are shared freely and offered in ways that are ready to implement. Roundtable discussion opportunities will be offered on-sit to allow for new ideas to be born and begun.

 

Speakers:

 

John Trent, Ph.D. - Dr. John Trent is President and Founder of StrongFamilies.com and The Center for Strong Families. A best-selling, award-winning author and a highly requested conference speaker, John has helped facilitate the creative vision of several major initiatives with organizations like Focus on the Family, Promise Keepers and The Association of Marriage and Family Ministries. 

 

Kurt Bruner - Pastor of Spiritual Formation at the ten thousand member Lake Pointe Church and president of Inkling Innovations Group. Kurt has spent twenty years with Focus on the Family where he served as Group Vice President over Media and Communications.  A best-selling author, Kurt co-founded the Heritage Builders Association - a ministry dedicated to inspiring and equipping parents to become intentional about passing faith to their own children and a product line selling over one million units.  Kurt serves as Executive Director of the Strong Families Innovation Alliance, a network of leading-edge churches driving innovative concepts for marriage and family ministry. 

 

The cost of this event is offered at no charge to leaders who attend!

 

If you plan to attend, please respond to ChuckD@bbcfamil.com as soon as possible. Enrollment is limited to three people per church.

 

October 3-4, 2008

Mt. Lebanon Baptist Assembly

Cedar Hill, Texas

This retreat is for the mentally challenged 12 years of age or older, their parents and chaperones, and workers with the mentally challenged.

Conference Topics for Teachers

How to Know Your child is Growing Spiritually

Making and Keeping Friends 

Conference Topics for Parents

How to Prepare for the Financial Future

Miles Harris, MetDesk Representative/Met Life

Support Time

 

Scholarships:

A limited number of partial scholarships are available. The scholarships include lodging, meals, breaks and insurance. Please call Bethany Frisch at 214-828-5205 to request a scholarship form.

 

For more information contact
Diane Lane
, 214.828.5287 or diane.lane@bgct.org

Registration Deadline is September 8, 2008

 

Paul C. Bell Hispanic Fellowship

And

Bell Baptist Association Student/Youth Ministries

Unite to sponsor Student Fellowship, Worship & Outreach Services October 3-7

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Speaker: Daniel “Tiny” Dominguez

 

In Addition to Worship services each evening:

  • Students will be admitted free to the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and Hardin Simmons University Football Game on Saturday October 1, 2008.  The 2:00 kickoff will be preceded by a tailgate party in the parking lot of Belton High School Tiger Field. 
  • Student visitation teams will be formed to visit other students whose names are provided by local churches.  Visitation will take place on Sunday afternoon September 21 and September 28.

 

Sponsoring churches are urged to contribute $300.00 towards the cost of the three night event. 

 

Contact:  Richard Hammonds

Bell Baptist Association Student/Youth Minister

254-780-1412 or jrichardhammonds@sbcglobal.net

 

Greater Houston Area

ESL

Ministry Conference

 

October 24 – 25, 2008

Literacy ConneXus and the Baylor Center for Literacy invite you to participate in a two-day conference for those who minister to international, immigrants and refuges through churches and universities.

Crosspoint Church

4601 Bellaire Blvd.

Houston, TX

 

Friday:           Registration at 6:00 pm, Banquet at 6:30 pm

Saturday:      Workshops and working lunch from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

Workshop Topics:

  • Developing materials for teaching
  • Textbooks on display
  • Teaching English Overseas – English as a Foreign Language
  • Using the computer in teaching ESL
  • What if my student can’t read well?
  • Immigration Updates

 

Contact: Lester Meriwether (817) 696-9898

Lester@literacyconnexus.org

www.literacyconnexus.org

 

Travis Bundrick available for Consulting and Training

Seminars: Teaching to Transform Lives; Tapping into the Power; Prayer Ministry; M-Power; making every member a minister a reality!; Understanding Generations and their impact in the church; It's Your Serve: Becoming a servant leader.

Training Conferences and Clinics:  IMPACT: Developing a Healthy Sunday School; How to be an Effective Care Group Leader; How to be an Effective Outreach Leader; How to organize a Sunday School; How to reach your community with the Gospel; How to create new units; How to develop multiple Sunday Schools; How to have effective and biblical small groups; How to conduct church calendaring using priorities; Search Committee training.

Workshops:  Developing an assimilation process for your church; How to choose a curriculum that works in your church; How to begin and implement a " Welcome Center " ministry; Developing a long range plan that won't end up on the shelf; Developing a strategy for disciple-making; How to dream a kingdom dream together as a congregation; How to evaluate a new ministry, program or idea for your church; Developing a Personnel Manual that is legal and useful; How to find your place of ministry in the local church; Discovering Your Personality and Being Yourself in Church.

Consultations:  Facilities- a personal evaluation of your space, buildings and grounds including parking to determine your site's capabilities as it relates to growth; Church Health- using the characteristics of healthy churches, a comprehensive process is conducted with a small group of key leaders in your church; Budget- an evaluation of how your money is being spent and suggested ways of how to improve the process of annual budgeting. The goal is to move a church from budgeting to a Ministry Action Plan approach. (MAP); Change- advice and suggestions on leading a church through major change or in a time of transitioning; Customized Consulting: a process of evaluation, design and implementation for a church ministry area of your choosing that is developed after a one-on -one confidential session with a staff member.

Other Services:  Speaker for Appreciation Banquets; Pulpit supply; Conflict Resolution; Church Staff Training; Church secretary and administrative assistants training; Marriage Enrichment Seminars; E-mail suggestions and advice

The cost for each event is determined after an initial contact. Church size, health, budget capabilities and the like will be considered. Due to the limited number of available dates and times, it is suggested that any interested person contact M-Pact Ministries as soon as possible.

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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