ABCOPAD Jubilee

It was a great gathering as members and friends of ABCOPAD celebrated the region's 50th Anniversary. A terrific program of speakers, music, workshops, and worship added to the warm fellowship of our regional family.

Now Serving

Members of Hatboro Baptist Church regularly serve take-out meals to those in need in their community. VP of ABCOPAD Bryon Luke along with many church members serve around 300 meals in just a couple of hours. Bottled water and a hand-knit prayer patch with an attached prayer card were given to each vehicle. Over and over again people expressed their gratitude for both the meals and the prayers. Over the past two years, Hatboro has provided over 10,000 meals to its community, serving as the hands and feet of Jesus.

Welcome, Pastor Chris!

Members and friends of FBC Wellsboro recently gathered for the installation service of their new pastor: Chris Osterbrock. A warm and heartfelt ABCOPAD welcome to Pastor Chris and family!

Down At The River

Pastor Kevin Walden (Interim, First Baptist, Lancaster), he shared the following photos from a baptism that he recently conducted in the Susquehanna River. He was assisted by Daryl Thomas, an ACTS student. This baptism included a grandmother and a grandson. There were more than a dozen people in attendance for this wonderful Baptism and Baptist experience.

Craig Martin Excellence in Ministry Award 2022

Kudos to Rev. Dr. Ed Peirce who was presented with the Craig Martin Excellence in Ministry Award. The award was made during the 2022 ABCOPAD Biennial Jubilee in Altoona, PA. Dr. Ed has served as a Regional Board Representative, a member of our current Vision Team, our Conflict Mediation Consultant, and most importantly the Lead Pastor at FBC Waynesburg. Pictured above: Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, Dr. Ed Peirce, Rev. Cheryl Filson, Rev. Mark Mahserjian-Smith.

Can you say "Sesquicentennial"?

Members and friends of Hepburn Baptist Church gathered for their 150-year Anniversary Celebration. Lead Pastor, Rev. David Parker invited Mark Mahserjian-Smith to deliver the morning message having served Hepburn Baptist from 1992-2007. State Representative Joe Hamm shared a proclamation recognizing the church’s long history of service to the community. It was a joy being with so many friends who are now more like family. A reception was held in the fellowship hall following the service.

Centre Association Meeting 2022

Representatives from the Centre Association gathered for their association meeting, where Kathy Staje serves as the new moderator. Rev. Chris Davis (Liberty Church) shared the opening devotion about the value of our associational relationships in multiplying Kingdom ministry. The bulk of their time was spent in conversation with the leadership of Journey Christian Fellowship about joining the association. Karen Williams, a current ACTS Ministry School student, is serving as the lay pastor of this new church plant in State College.

Journey to Jumonville

Olive Branch Revival

 

It was a busy weekend at Olive Branch Baptist Church where Ken Sommerfelt serves as the pastor. They hosted a multi-day revival with DJ Dangerfield [FBC Chanute, Kansas] providing some powerful and passionate preaching for the Kingdom!

Thanks, Pastor Shirley

The congregation of Bentleyville Baptist Church gathered for a celebration of Pastor Shirley Edgar's ministry, as she retired after 20+ years of service. It was a great time as the folks at Bentleyville came out to say thank you. A delicious meal (and some all amazing desserts) were enjoyed by the Edgar family and the Bentleyville family.