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Bethlehem Vision Retreat

 

The Leadership Team of the First Baptist Church of Bethlehem gathered for a one-day Vision Retreat. Moderator Karl Parker provided opportunity for healthy dialogue looking at question such as: “What is our purpose?” “What is preventing us from living or purpose?” And “How does our past influence our future?”

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/23/2023
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Called To Serve

 

It was a day of celebration at the ordination service of Rev. Chris Davis at FBC Norristown. Clergy from the Central Union Association & Norristown Ministerium, together with many friends and family from both FBC and the wider community took part.

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/23/2023
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Thanks, Pastor Jeff

 

Thanks for the memories! Pastor Jeffrey Johnson completed his years of faithful service to the churches of ABCOPAD.

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Christmas PJs

 

When Christmas Day falls on a Sunday, just hours after gathering for the Christmas Eve services, GraceCrossing Community Church got creative! They invited folks to come in their Christmas PJ’s and other apparel. Yes. Yes, they did. They sang carols, heard a brief meditation, had brunch, held a “fashion show”, and exchanged white elephant gifts.

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Welcome, Pastor Victor

 

The congregation at Franklin Union, Worthington, has welcomed their new pastor -- Victor Sansing. We offer a hearty ABCOPAD greeting as he begins his first pastorate!

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Where's Waldo?

 

Recording for the Old Testament course with the Rev. David Waldo.

The Academy of Christian Training & Service is an online school of ministry dedicated to equipping the saints for the work of ministry through practical mentorship and excellent teaching. 

Whether you are newly discerning a call to pastoral ministry or simply longing to better serve your local church, we invite you to consider how an ACTS education may be the next step the Lord is inviting you to take.

Check out https://www.actsministryschool.com

Categories: Ministries, General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Launch Lunch

 

1st PBA-LLC gathering! Super great time!

Categories: Ministries, General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Feliz cumpleaños, Marco

 

Mark Mahserjian-Smith writes:

As Pastor Eric Kraihanzel, ABCOPAD President Bryon Luke, and I prepared to head home  from the mission reconnaissance trip to Mexico, Lupita Anzaldo, her husband Ino and their family treated us to a delicious home-cooked meal to celebrate my birthday. Amazing enchiladas and a fabulous birthday cake were served. Just being with this family who have adopted us into their family was such a blessing. Grateful and thankful for these partners in ministry who faithfully serve Jesus in this corner of God’s Kingdom.

 

Categories: Ministries, General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Feasting With Friends

 

The annual Post-Christmas Dinner brought together pastors from the Northumberland Baptist Association (and neighboring associations!). Thanks to an amazing hospitality crew, a delicious meal included appetizers, soup, salad, stuffed chicken breast… I could go on and on, but rather than make you hungry, I’ll stop.

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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45ish and Under

 

A recent Zoom call gathered younger pastoral leaders within our region, seeking to discern how God is leading. It provided a unique opportunity to support and encourage one another. Thanks for the technology that affords the chance to connect with other leaders in our region and discuss ideas on what future ministry and gatherings look like. There were 16 who were able to participate

Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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Hot Shot!

 

 

Pastor Rob Rice, GPS North Central, writes:
Today our LLC met at Next Shot Golf in Harrisburg , and let’s just say Dave Klock had a little surprise lined up for me when I arrived.  it’s nice to know that I’m loved and appreciated by the group.
In all seriousness, I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to laugh and be encouraged by this group of pastors, where we can spend time being filled and uplifted by one another.
Categories: General, Region Life ~ Date: 1/21/2023
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