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SUMMARY:2023 Preaching Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Preaching Workshop\n\nDATE: Friday\, August 25thTIME: 8:00am THROUGH LUNCH LOCATION: First Family Church\, Ankeny\, Iowa  COST: $25 (includes lunch)\n\n			 \n				REGISTER NOW\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Preaching Panel with Rob Willey & Cole Deike\nWe’re thrilled to announce an upcoming workshop dedicated to the art of preaching! Join us for an insightful session featuring two of our local Iowa pastors\, each bringing their unique perspective\, age\, and experience level to the table. This workshop aims to delve into the practice and priority of preaching for pastors and churches across Iowa. With a practical approach\, we’ll create a platform for open discussions\, allowing pastors to develop their own best practices while fostering a dynamic learning environment where they can gain wisdom from one another. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to enhance your preaching skills and connect with fellow pastors who share your passion for preaching God’s Word! \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Rob Willey\n– Lead PastorCoram Deo Bible Church\, davenport\nRob Willey is a skilled pastor and preacher with a heart for ministry. He earned his Masters in Biblical Studies from Wheaton College and joined the staff of Harvest Bible Chapel Glen Ellyn as Pastor of Adult Ministries. \nFollowing God’s leading\, Rob and Becky established Coram Deo Bible Church in the Quad Cities. Starting as a small gathering in Bettendorf High School in 2004\, Coram Deo Bible Church has grown and now has its Davenport location since March 2007.  \n			 \n				Rob Willey Bio\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Cole Deike\n– Lead PastorFrontier Church\, Des Moines\n\n\n\n\nCole Deike is the lead planting pastor for Frontier Church which was planted in Des Moines in 2016. Frontier Church exists for the glory of Jesus and the joy of Des Moines\, Iowa. Before his call to church planting\, Cole was a high school English teacher and wrestling coach.  \n\n\n\n\n			 \n				Frontier Church
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2023-preaching-workshop/
LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States
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SUMMARY:2023 "For The Church" Conference – MBTS
DESCRIPTION:2023 “For The Church” Conference Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				September 11-12\nMBTS • Kansas City\, MO\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nFor The Church Conference is a vital part of Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College’s aim to train ministry leaders for the magnification of God through the building up of the local church. This is the reason For The Church exists. \nThis year\, the theme of the conference is “A Glorious Calling – Why Everyday Ministry Matters.” Speakers include Jason K. Allen\, H.B. Charles\, Jr.\, Jimmy Scroggins\, Ben Mandrell\, Afshin Ziafat\, and Jared C. Wilson. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER NOW
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2023-for-the-church-conference-mbts/
LOCATION:Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, 5001 North Oak Trafficway\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64118\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – October 5th
DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering\n\nWhen: October 5th  •  11:30am–1:00pm Where: Waukee Church • 2075 SE LA Grant Pkwy\, Waukee Cost: Free for any youth worker (Includes Lunch)\n \n \n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nYouth workers\, mark your calendars for the Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering. The goal of this lunch gathering is to help youth workers get to know one another\, feel supported\, and learn about useful resources. You’ll also have the chance to discuss issues facing you in your local student ministry context. \nThere is no cost and lunch is provided. \nTo sign up\, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer\, Grace Church Youth Pastor\, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n			 \n			\n				\n				\n				EMAIL TO SIGN UP\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church City\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					15 + 10 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-october-5th/
LOCATION:IA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com
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SUMMARY:2023 BCI Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:2023 BCI Pastors Conference & Annual Meeting\nFRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 3rd & SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 4th • First Family Church\, Ankeny\n			 \n				\n				\n				Iowa Southern Baptists will be gathering on November 3rd & 4th for the 2023 BCI Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting is an important opportunity for Iowa church leaders to celebrate what God is doing and partner together to reach more people for Christ. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pastors Conference & Banquet\n(For Pastoral Staff & Spouses) • FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 3rd • 12:00pm-7:30pm • Free for BCI Pastoral Staff • Registration Required • Register by Friday\, October 27th\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR PASTORS CONFERENCE & BANQUET\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BCI ANNUAL MEETING\n(For all BCI Church Leaders & Members) • SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 4th • 8:00am-12:30pm • Free for Messengers & Guests • Registration is Required• Register by Friday\, October 27th\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR 2023 BCI ANNUAL MEETING\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Registration & Food Information\n• Separate registration is required for both events. • There is no cost for registration for either event. • Lunch & Dinner will be provided on Friday for no cost for BCI church staff and their spouses. • Lunch will be provided on Saturday morning for no cost for all attendees\, both Messengers and Guests. • All other meals will be on your own. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Childcare Information [NEW!]\n• Childcare will be provided for children ages 5th grade and under.• Registration will be required for all children. NOTE: Please register for childcare separately for both events (since not all attendees will attend both events).• Lunch and Dinner will be provided during the Pastors Conference. Lunch will be provided during the Annual Meeting.• Deadline to Register for Childcare is October 27th. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lodging Information\n• Lodging will be on your own this year. • For hotel accommodations\, we recommend Holiday Inn Express\, 2502 S Hulsizer Rd in Ankeny. • If your church does not have funds set aside for hotel expenses\, financial scholarships are available. Email annualmeeting@bciowa.org for information.  \n  \n \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pastors Conference • Friday\, NOVEMBER 3rd\n			 \n				\n				\n				SCHEDULE\n12:00 pm – Lunch 1:00 pm – Introduction 2:00 pm – Breakout Session 1 3:30 pm – Breakout Session 2 5:00pm – Reception & Exhibits 6:30 pm – Pastors & Wives Banquet Start 8:00pm – Banquet End \n			 \n				REGISTER FOR PASTORS CONFERENCE & BANQUET\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BREAKOUT SESSION 1 • 2:00PM\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				1-1) Church Websites: Necessary evil\, or outreach power tool? — Matt Heerema\n				\nDealing with your church website is annoying. Keeping it up to date with current information\, let alone with technology and design trends feels like a real drain on time and resources. Wouldn’t it be better to just not have one? However\, we also know that almost every visitor is going to take a look at your website before stepping foot in your front door. It’s your new lobby\, and your first impression. What impression are your sending your community?\nCome hear from a panel of churches who are thinking through this challenge\, and share your thoughts and challenges on your situation\, and come away with some practical ideas for bolstering this important ministry opportunity.\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-2) Becoming a Multiplying Church — Chase Abner \n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an inspiring and practical breakout session led by Chase Abner\, leader of Send Network Iowa. In “Becoming a Multiplying Church\,” Chase will discuss the transformative power unleashed when churches commit to multiplying disciples and sending out leaders. You will leave this session with a template for how to multiply your own impact while empowering others to make disciples who make disciples. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-3) Navigating the Hardships that Face a Pastor’s Wives — Kari Minter [Women Only]\n				\nNote: Thank you for honoring our request for women only to attend this breakout.\nLoneliness\, disappointment\, and discouragement are just a few of the realities of being a pastor’s wife that many don’t always see or understand. Rarely does a pastor’s wife have a safe environment to meet other women who can understand the role\, offer encouragement\, and pray with empathy and understanding. This workshop is designed to fill that gap. Join Kari Minter and have an honest conversation in community with other pastor’s wives about the hardships and joys of being a pastor’s wife.\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-4) The Pastor\, Church\, and Plurality: Pursuing Proper Eldership — Todd Stiles\n				\nNOTE: This cohort requires an advance indication of your interest. Email Todd Stiles no later than October 31st. You’ll receive a confirmation along with a short questionnaire which will be helpful in familiarizing the cohort’s leader with your situation.\nConvene with Pastor Todd to dialogue about the most helpful structure for a pastor’s long-term health: biblical eldership This breakout cohort is for vocational\, bi/co-vocational\, and non-vocational pastors/elders who deeply desire to discuss and implement its theological and practical aspects\, such as vetting\, responsibilities\, meetings\, training\, and structure.\n \n			 \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BREAKOUT SESSION 2 • 3:30PM\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				2-1) Developing a Disciple Making Culture in your Youth Ministry or Church – Jonathan Meyer\n				\nWith intentionality\, strategy and purpose\, it took Jesus three years to make disciples. Have you ever wondered what that process looked like? Have you ever considered implementing that in your local context? If you have ever wanted to take literally the words of Jesus to “Make Disciples” join Jonathan and others for this open conversation about the ups and downs of developing a disciple-making culture. Bonus: Yes\, we will have free resources. And yes\, you will have to opportunity to dialogue with others at the breakout.\n Jonathan Meyer is the Founder of Ignite Youth Leadership Conference\, local Youth Pastor at Grace Church in Des Moines\, and loves to help Youth Workers Gather together for mutual encouragement and accountability. \n\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-2) Next Steps in Church Planting — Chase Abner\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery church is a multiplying church in the making. There are ways for every BCI church to be involved in church planting to reach every inch of Iowa—from river to river and from Minnesota to Missouri. In this session\, Chase Abner will share about Send Network’s Church Planting Pathway and help you see how you can take your next step in helping missionaries engage new places\, make disciples\, and plant healthy churches. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-3) Understanding Your Calling as a Pastor’s Wife — Kari Minter [Women Only]\n				\nNote: Thank you for honoring our request for women only to attend this breakout.\nMinistry can sometimes feel all-consuming\, and the pastor’s wife often picks up the pieces and fills in any gaps that need to be covered. But in trying to do everything the church needs\, we often lose sight of the calling God has given us. Come join other pastor’s wives as we consider our calling from God\, what it looks like to truly forgive those who have hurt us\, and how to thrive in the role God has designed.\n \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-4) Upping Your Game in Local and International Missions — Tim Lubinus\n				\nJoin us for an interactive seminar designed specifically for church leaders who are passionate about local and international missions. This breakout session\, titled “Upping Your Game in Local and International Missions\,” will equip you with practical tools and strategies to enhance your mission efforts. Topics covered will include strategic volunteering and partnerships\, missions education and promotion\, local missions involvement\, recruiting and improving your church giving strategy for missions. Whether you’re looking to expand your impact locally or globally\, this seminar will provide valuable insights and resources to help you take your mission work to the next level. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to up your game and make a greater difference in the world!\nThis session will be led by Tim Lubinus\, Tim served with the International Mission Board (IMB) for six years leading student ministry in South Korea\, ten years as team leader in Turkey\, and as Missions Pastor at Cornerstone Church in Ames for eight years before starting his position with the Baptist Convention of Iowa.\n \n			 \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Annual Meeting • SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 4th\n			 \n				\n				\n				SCHEDULE\n8:00 am – Registration & Exhibitors Open 9:00 am – Annual Meeting Session 1 10:15 am – Break (Coffee\, water\, snacks) 10:30 am – Annual Meeting Session 2 12:30 pm – Lunch (Take and go lunch boxes) \n			 \n				\n				\n				Messenger or Guest?\nThere are 2 types of attendees for the Annual Meeting on Saturday: “Messengers” are approved by their home church to vote in the BCI Business Meeting. “Guests” includes any other attendees and they are not approved to vote during the Business Meeting. Find out how many Messengers your church is allowed by referencing the giving table in the Messengers Info Sheet (PDF). \n			 \n				REGISTER FOR BCI ANNUAL MEETING\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: \nBen Mandrell \n– Lifeway Christian Resources\, President & CEO\n\n\nBen Mandrell leads Lifeway Christian Resources as president and CEO\, but his pastor’s heart informs this leadership. One of his greatest passions is caring for the souls of pastors and their families and connecting with churches and ministries.   Ben was elected the 10th president of Lifeway Christian Resources on June 28\, 2019. As president and CEO\, he provides vision and strategic leadership to the nonprofit organization headquartered in Nashville\, Tennessee. \n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				Ben Mandrell Website
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2023-bci-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sermon Prep Master Class – Logos
DESCRIPTION:SERMON PREP MASTER CLASS\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nWHEN: Monday\, December 4th • 11:00am-12:00pm \nWHERE: Virtual Workshop (Online via Zoom) \nCOST: Free for BCI Church Leaders \nPRESENTER: Scott Lindsey \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				Logos Website\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElevate your sermon preparation skills with our FREE Sermon Prep Master Class featuring Logos! \nJoin us for an enlightening training session led by the expert presenter and trainer\, Scott Lindsey. \nUncover advanced techniques\, tips\, and tricks to enhance your sermon preparation process using Logos Bible Software. Scott Lindsey\, a seasoned expert in this field\, will guide you through strategies that will transform the way you approach sermon development. \nThis in-depth master class is tailored to enrich your preaching journey. Register for free using the form below. Be sure to provide the email address you will use to access Zoom. We will send you a Zoom link closer to the event date. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				Register for the Sermon Prep Master Class\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church City\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Comments\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					2 + 9 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit\n						\n						\n					\n				 \n			 \n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Have a BCI church story to share?\nWe love to share stories of BCI churches and draw attention to the work God is doing in our convention. Submit your story using the online form. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				SUBMIT A STORY
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/sermon-prep-master-class-logos/
LOCATION:IA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Stiles":MAILTO:tstiles@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065546
CREATED:20231127T155132Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – January 11th
DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering\n\nThursday\, January 11th  •  11:30am–1:00pm  •  Grace Church\,  Des Moines\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nYouth workers\, mark your calendars for the Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering. The goal of this lunch gathering is to help youth workers get to know one another\, feel supported\, and learn about useful resources. You’ll also have the chance to discuss issues facing you in your local student ministry context. There is no cost and lunch is provided. To sign up\, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer\, Grace Church Youth Pastor\, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n			 \n			\n				\n				\n				EMAIL TO SIGN UP\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church City\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					15 + 2 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-january-11th/
LOCATION:Grace Church Des Moines\, 4200 E 25th St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50317\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065546
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SUMMARY:435 Network Men's Conference in Ankeny
DESCRIPTION:The 435 Network Men’s Conference \nThe 435 Network Men’s Conference is a gathering of men in Ankeny\, Iowa that provides men the opportunity to engage together for growth and encouragement through teaching & fellowship. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				JANUARY 19–20 | ANKENY First Family Church\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR ANKENY\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				LOOKING FOR THE OTHER LOCATION?\n			 \n				\n				\n				FEBRUARY 9–10 | CHARITON CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR CHARITON
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/435-network-mens-conference-in-ankeny/
LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Stiles":MAILTO:tstiles@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T150000
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SUMMARY:Midwest Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:JOIN OVER 1\,000 OTHER LEADERS\nFROM 12 MIDWESTERN STATES AND 9 STATE CONVENTIONS\n			 \n				\n				\n				JANUARY 23-25\, 2024\nSpringfield\, Illinois\n			 \n				BCI REGISTRATION COMING SOON\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				MLS Website\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore than 50 PRESENTERS over 3 days\nOver three days\, you will receive dynamic insight from leaders and pastors who are making Southern Baptist ministry work in the Midwest. The culture here makes our work challenging—and all the more important. \n2024 Plenary Speakers\n\nHance Dilbeck\nVance Pitman\nBen Mandrell\nJared Wilson\nTrevin Wax\nMark Dance\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12 TRACKS & 60 BREAKOUTS\n\nChurch Planting\nCurrent Issues\nEvangelism/Discipleship\nGeneral Ministries\nHispanic Ministries\nLeadership\nMinistry Wives\nOrganizational Development\nRevitalization\nSpecialized Ministries\nSpiritual Formation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Have a BCI church story to share?\nWe love to share stories of BCI churches and draw attention to the work God is doing in our convention. Submit your story using the online form. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				SUBMIT A STORY
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/mls/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065546
CREATED:20240129T174847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T201656Z
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SUMMARY:Send Network Iowa Quarterly – February 7
DESCRIPTION:Send Network Quarterly\n			 \n				\n				\n				When: Wednesday\, February 7th • 9:00am – 12:00pm\nWhere: Frontier Church4440 College Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50311\nCost: Registration is free\nCoffee & Refreshments will be provided\n \n \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				We invite any church leaders who play a key role in multiplying disciples and churches in Iowa to join our family of leaders for a quarterly gathering at Frontier Church in Des Moines on February 7. We will meet for prayer\, equipping\, and community from 9:00am-12:00pm. Coffee and refreshments provided. \nIf you can attend\, please register at this link. Registration is FREE. \nFeel free to invite church members\, friends\, and those from other denominations if they play a strategic role in multiplying disciples and churches in Iowa!\n			 \n				\n				\n				Join other Iowa church planters and sending church pastors for a time of relationship\, refreshment in the gospel\, and equipping for the great work to which God has called us.  \nSponsored by the Baptist Convention of Iowa and the Send Network.\nIf you have any questions about the event\, contact Chase Abner (cabner@namb.net).
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/send-network-iowa-quarterly-february-7/
LOCATION:Frontier Church\, 4440 College Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chase Abner":MAILTO:cabner@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065546
CREATED:20231215T212914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T213741Z
UID:20757-1707498000-1707577200@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:22Long Men's Conference in Chariton
DESCRIPTION:REFINED & READY\nThe 22Long Men’s Conference is a gathering of men in Chariton\, Iowa that provides men the opportunity to engage together for growth and encouragement through teaching & fellowship. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FEBRUARY 9–10 | CHARITON CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR CHARITON\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				LOOKING FOR THE OTHER LOCATION?\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				JANUARY 19–20 | ANKENY FIRST FAMILY CHURCH\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR ANKENY
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/22long-mens-conference-in-chariton/
LOCATION:Cornerstone Community Church\, 120 Northwestern AVE\, Chariton\, IA\, 50049\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Miller":MAILTO:paul@3cslife.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065547
CREATED:20240201T175653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T175725Z
UID:20859-1707994800-1707998400@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:ADF Webinar – Guiding the Next Gen to a Biblical Understanding of Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:ADF Webinar for BCI Pastors\n\nWHEN: Thursday\, February 15th • 11:00am WHERE: Online Webinar  COST: FREE\n\n			 \n				Register\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				February 15 Webinar on Biblical Sexuality\nOn February 15\, our partner\, the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance\, is hosting a webinar to equip you with the insights needed to navigate the issue of biblical sexuality with understanding\, kindness\, and truth. \nWhat to expect in this webinar: \n\nNavigating Sexuality & Identity: Dr. Christopher Yuan will offer biblically grounded strategies to approach these issues with the younger generation.\nFirsthand Experience in Faith Leadership: Christian leaders Dr. Timothy Dernlan (Association of Classical Christian Schools)\, Calvin Lindsey (Caraway Conference Center and Camps)\, and Jared Berry (New York Assemblies of God)\, will share their experiences addressing gender ideology in their communities\, congregations\, and ministries.\nLegal Insights on Gender Ideology: ADF Senior Counsel Kate Anderson will share the legal implications of addressing these issues and highlight public school policies the parents in your congregation must be aware of.\n\nThis webinar is designed to empower you as a faith leader with the necessary knowledge\, legal insights\, and practical tools to guide the next generation through the complexities of sexuality in a way that aligns with God’s design. \nWe hope you can attend this important event.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/adf-webinar-guiding-the-next-gen-to-a-biblical-understanding-of-sexuality/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065547
CREATED:20240108T180750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T194624Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa Disaster Relief Training – February 24
DESCRIPTION:Disaster Relief Training\n– Saturday\, February 24th • Bettendorf\n\nWe are excited about our upcoming training at FBC Bettendorf on February 24 with the following classes to be taught: Introduction to Disaster Relief\, Flood Recovery\, Feeding\, and Shower. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				Learn More & Register\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Disaster Relief Training registration information\nRegistration will be onsite before the training. Cost is $15 for Iowa trainees which includes the following: \n\nBackground check conducted by Illinois\nI.D. Badge for Iowa produced by Illinois\nAll training for the three years covered by the background check.\n\nThe registration fee may be paid by check or credit card morning of the training. \nParticipants will be able to order shirts and hats from IWANTYELLOW.COM. \n  \n			 \n				\n				\n				Since 2021\, BCI has partnered with the Illinois Baptist State Association for Disaster Relief. Any BCI churches or members that are interested in serving through disaster relief have the opportunity to participate in Disaster Relief trainings through Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief (IBSA).\nWhere\nFirst Baptist Church Bettendorf 3593 Middle Rd. Bettendorf\, IA 52722 \nWhen\nSaturday\, February 24th (8:00 AM – 3:30 PM) \nPrice\nNew member fee is $15 payable by check or credit card and includes: \n\nRegistration fee\nThree year background check\nAll trainings for three year period.\n\nFor any current active volunteers\, all training is free until badge renewal. \nDescription\nReceive practical training in specialty areas of Disaster Relief. Training provides a steady platform by which you and your team can project the gospel to those in need. \nDR 101\, Feeding\, Flood Recovery and Shower/Laundry will be offered at this training. New members or those with expired badges cost $15 which includes trainings for 3 years\, badge and background check which is also active for 3 years. \nQuestions\nContact Lisa Harbaugh at Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief: LisaHarbaugh@IBSA.org
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/iowa-disaster-relief-training-february-24/
LOCATION:FBC Bettendorf\, 3593 Middle Rd.\, Bettendorf\, IA\, 52722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065547
CREATED:20231218T210304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T210927Z
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SUMMARY:Disciple Making Movement – Vision Cast Event 
DESCRIPTION:Disciple Making Movement – Vision Cast Event\nJoin us for the Midwest Vision Cast on March 20\, 2024\, at Cornerstone Community Church in Chariton\, IA. This event will shed light on a practical approach to discipleship that’s making a difference globally. Registration is required for pastors and church leaders to be part of this conversation and envision a future where discipleship thrives in our communities. Secure your spot by registering online. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a vital discussion on the future of discipleship. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MARCH 20 | CHARITON\nCORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH\n			 \n				REGISTER\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Discipleship Testimony from Pastor Paul Miller\nIn addition to regular weekend services at Cornerstone’s building\, about 35-40 people meet across seven microchurches during the week. A “Discovery Bible Study” helps lost people discuss basic questions about Scripture and spurs the microchurch toward spiritual growth. \n“Lost people are born again through the power of the Gospel. When you get them in front of the Word of God\, it’s alive\,” Miller said. It’s going to draw them in. We’re seeing it.” \nIn a video interview with Ben Bradley and Chris Mavity of the Baptist Convention of Iowa\, Miler testified to the impact he has seen. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				BAPTIST PRESS ARTICLE\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Disciple Making Movement – Vision Cast Event\n  \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MARCH 20 | CHARITON\nCORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH\n			 \n				REGISTER
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/disciple-making-movement-vision-cast-event/
LOCATION:Cornerstone Community Church\, 120 Northwestern AVE\, Chariton\, IA\, 50049\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Miller":MAILTO:paul@3cslife.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240309T014317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T145126Z
UID:20959-1712329200-1712408400@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:Disaster Relief Training – April 5-6 – Bethany\, Missouri
DESCRIPTION:Disaster Relief Training\n– April 5th-6th • Bethany\, Missouri • $10\n\nWe are excited about an upcoming training that will be great for BCI churches in southern Iowa. The training will be hosted by Missouri Disaster Relief at First Baptist Church of Bethany\, Missouri\, with the following classes to be taught: Flood Recovery\, Feeding\, Childcare\, Shower and many more. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				Register Now\n			\n				Download the Event Flyer\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Disaster Relief Training Registration Information\nBCI has partnered with the Missouri Baptists for Disaster Relief training for any BCI churches or members that are interested in serving in disaster relief.\nWhere\nFirst Baptist Church Bethany302 N 22nd St.Bethany\, MO 64424 \nWhen\nFriday\, April 5th – Saturday\, April 6th \nRegistration\nRegistration is available on the MissouriDR website. Cost is $10 for BCI affiliated church members. This includes all training materials and Dinner on Friday and Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday.  \nClasses\n\nChainsaw\nCommunications\nChildcare\nMass Care/Feeding\nFlood Recovery\nShower/Laundry\nChaplaincy**\nIncident Management Training (IMT)**\nHeavy Equipment Safety**\nAdvanced IMT**\n\n** Prerequisites Required \nQuestions\nAny questions you have can be emailed to disasterrelief@mobaptist.org or by calling 1-800-736-6227 ext. 317. 
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/disaster-relief-training-april-5-6-bethany-missouri/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240122T210540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T211023Z
UID:20833-1712939400-1713009600@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:Reclaiming Glory with Mark Clifton
DESCRIPTION:“Reclaiming Glory” with Mark Clifton\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				– Church Revitalization Conference\n\nJoin us on April 12-13 for the “Reclaiming Glory” Conference with Mark Clifton\, a transformative event aimed at church revitalization. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				APRIL 12–13 | ST. JOSEPH\, MO Frederick Blvd. Baptist Church\n			 \n				REGISTER\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Located just over the southern border of Iowa in St. Joseph\, Missouri\, this free conference welcomes you and your church leaders. Immerse yourself in four large group sessions delving into the core aspects of reclaiming the glory of your church. Engage in a Q&A session with the experienced and engaging Mark Clifton and enjoy a provided dinner as you connect with like-minded individuals on this inspiring journey. Mark your calendars and be part of this enriching experience. \nFor more details and lodging info\, call (816) 233-2504 or email contact.sjba@gmail.com.\nRegistration deadline is April 1st.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/reclaiming-glory-with-mark-clifton/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240402T181730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T182543Z
UID:21028-1713439800-1713445200@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday\, April 18th
DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering\n\nApril 18th  •  11:30am–1:00pm  •  The Mission Church  •  Urbandale\, Iowa\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nYouth workers\, mark your calendars for the Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering. Anyone Part-Time\, Full-Time or Volunteer Youth Worker is welcome to join! The goal of this lunch gathering is to help youth workers get to know one another\, feel supported\, and learn about useful resources. You’ll also have the chance to discuss issues facing you in your local student ministry context. \nThere is no cost and lunch is provided. We will also have some special gifts for youth worker provided by LifeWay Christian Resources! \nTo sign up\, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer\, Grace Church Youth Pastor\, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			\n				\n				\n				EMAIL TO SIGN UP\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church City\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					2 + 11 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-thursday-april-18th/
LOCATION:The Mission Church\, 12001 Ridgemont Drive\, Urbandale\, IA\, 50323\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240325T173441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T204126Z
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SUMMARY:BCI Pastor Fellowship Dinners
DESCRIPTION:BCI Pastor Fellowship Dinners\nJoin the BCI Pastoral Ministry Team for a complimentary dinner with other pastors and their wives from around your region.\n			 \n				\n				\n				Join us for an encouraging evening of gratitude and connection as we celebrate and honor BCI pastors and their wives\, fostering stronger ministry partnerships\, and explore potential collaborations between pastors in our BCI community. \nThese will be hosted by BCI Pastor Ministry Team members alongside local pastors and held in various locations and dates throughout the state. Dinner is free for BCI Pastors & Wives. Unfortunately we will not be able to offer childcare for these events.  \nChoose the event that works best for your schedule and location and register today!\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, June 21 – Red Oak\nWhen: Friday\, June 21st • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Stadium 34 Restaurant • 1200 Senate Ave. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				Register\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, April 19 – Ankeny\nWhen: Friday\, April 19th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: First Family Church • 317 SE Magazine Rd. Registration closed \n \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thursday\, April 25 – Cedar Falls\nWhen: Thursday\, April 25th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Candeo Church • 1405 Greenhill Rd. Registration closed \n \n \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, April 26 – Burlington\nWhen: Friday\, April 26th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Burlington Baptist Church • 1225 Hagemann Ave. Registration Closed\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, April 30 – Cedar Rapids\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 30th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Immanuel Baptist Church • 1900 F Ave. NW REGISTration closed \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thursday\, May 9 – Albia\nWhen: Thursday\, May 9th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: First Family Church • 1615 Benton Ave. ERegistration Closed\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, May 10 – Grimes\nWhen: Friday\, May 10th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Harvest Bible Chapel DsM • 408 E 1st St. Registration Closed \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, May 14 – Ames\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 14th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: Stonebrook Church • 3611 Eisenhower Ave.Registration Closed \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, May 17 – Bettendorf\nWhen: Friday\, May 17th • 6:00pm–8:00pm Where: First Baptist Bettendorf • 3593 Middle Rd.Registration Closed \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				Questions about this event? Email Us!\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name & City\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Message\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					14 + 2 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/bci-pastor-fellowship-dinners/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240401T153345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153654Z
UID:21015-1713790800-1713794400@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:ERLC Webinar – Bringing Hope to an Election Year
DESCRIPTION:ADF Webinar for BCI Pastors\n\nWHEN: Monday\, april 22nd – 1:00pm WHERE: Online via Zoom  COST: FREE\n\n			 \n				Register Now\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Bringing Hope to an Election Year\n\nIs it hard to know what to say and do during an election year?\n\n\nYou’re invited to “Bringing Hope to an Election Year”\, a YouTube Live presented by the Ethics & Religions Liberty Commission with Brent Leatherwood and Daniel Darling on Monday\, April 22\, 2024 at 1:00pm. They’ll talk about what to say and do as you: \n\nlead your church\,\ntalk to your family\,\ninteract in your community\,\nand go to the voting booth in this election year.\n\nSign up now to receive a reminder for this important conversation about Christlike political engagement in a messy political landscape\, an overview of the issues we’re watching in this election year and beyond\, and how to anchor our trust in Christ as we seek the good of our communities.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/erlc-webinar-bringing-hope-to-an-election-year/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240422T173715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T174514Z
UID:21072-1715158800-1715169600@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:Send Network Iowa Quarterly – May 8
DESCRIPTION:Send Network Quarterly\n			 \n				\n				\n				When: Wednesday\, May 8th • 9:00am – 12:00pm\nWhere: Frontier Church 4440 College Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50311\nCost: Registration is free\nCoffee & Refreshments will be provided\n \n \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				We invite any church leaders who play a key role in multiplying disciples and churches in Iowa to join our family of leaders for a quarterly gathering at Frontier Church in Des Moines on May 8th. We will meet for prayer\, equipping\, and community from 9:00am-12:00pm. Coffee and refreshments provided. \nIf you can attend\, please register at this link. Registration is FREE. \nFeel free to invite church members\, friends\, and those from other denominations if they play a strategic role in multiplying disciples and churches in Iowa!\n			 \n				\n				\n				Sponsored by Send Network Iowa and the Baptist Convention of Iowa.\nIf you have any questions about the event\, contact Chase Abner (cabner@namb.net).
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/send-network-iowa-quarterly-may-8/
LOCATION:Frontier Church\, 4440 College Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chase Abner":MAILTO:cabner@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
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SUMMARY:2024 Preaching Workshop – August 23rd
DESCRIPTION:Preaching Workshop\n\nDATE: Friday\, August 23rd TIME: 8:00am–1:00pm (concludes with lunch) LOCATION: First Family Church\, Ankeny\, Iowa  COST: $35 (includes materials & lunch)\n\n			 \n				REGISTER NOW\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				“Preaching the Parables” with Dr. Steven Smith\nWe’re thrilled to announce an upcoming workshop dedicated to the art of preaching the parables of Jesus! BCI’s Preaching Workshop is a one-day event on Friday\, August 23rd. This is a state-wide event hosted by First Family Church in Ankeny and sponsored by the Baptist Convention of Iowa (BCI). If you are looking for hands-on help and tools you can use in any realm of preaching\, whether it be preparation or delivery\, this workshop is for you! \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to enhance your preaching skills and connect with fellow pastors who share your passion for preaching God’s Word!\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Dr. Steven Smith\n– Workshop teacherLittlerock\, Arkansas\nSteven Smith has served as a pastor\, professor\, and in academic administration. He taught preaching for 20 years\, and his passion is a theology of preaching and how biblical genres can shape the content and the delivery of a sermon. He is the author of expositional commentaries\, and three books on preaching including Dying to Preach: Embracing the Cross in the Pulpit.  \n			 \n				"Dying to Preach" Book\n			\n				REGISTER NOW
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2024-preaching-workshop-august-23rd/
LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Stiles":MAILTO:tstiles@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240610T210418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T210807Z
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SUMMARY:2024 "For The Church" Conference – MBTS
DESCRIPTION:2024 “For The Church” Conference Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				September 23–24 • Kansas City\, MO\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nFor The Church Conference is a vital part of Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College’s aim to train ministry leaders for the magnification of God through the building up of the local church. This is the reason For The Church exists. \nThis year’s For the Church National Conference seeks to remind ministry leaders that their faithfulness today will radiate for eternity through the lives of their people. Mark your calendar and register now for this essential event for equipping ministry leaders.. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER NOW
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2024-for-the-church-conference-mbts/
LOCATION:Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, 5001 North Oak Trafficway\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240802T143903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T154231Z
UID:21460-1727377200-1727550000@bciowa.org
SUMMARY:Table Songs Worship Events – Sept 26-28
DESCRIPTION:Table Songs Worship Events\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				September 26–28 • Clear Lake\, Iowa\nHost: Harvest Bible Chapel North Iowa\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nWe invite you and your church family to be part of a transformative worship experience at Harvest Bible Chapel in Clear Lake. Over three days\, they’ll have the opportunity to worship\, create\, and connect with God and fellow believers. Whether they are worshippers or songwriters\, there’s something for everyone. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER NOW\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Worship Night (Live Recording)\n– Thursday\, September 26 • 7:00pm-8:30pm\nA powerful evening of worship where video and audio content will be captured. Open to the public\, so spread the word to your congregation! \nSongwriting Retreat\n– Friday\, September 27 • 6:30pm-9:00pm – Saturday\, September 28 • 9:00am-5:00pm\nA focused retreat for songwriters\, limited to 50 participants. Registration is free but required. Don’t let your church members miss this unique opportunity—follow the link for details and registration. \nThis is a great chance for your church community to deepen their faith and creativity. Let’s support them in this uplifting experience!
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/table-songs-worship-events-sept-26-28/
LOCATION:Harvest Bible Chapel North Iowa\, 2200 N 24th St\, Clear Lake\, IA\, 50428\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Terry McCarl":MAILTO:terrymccarl@harvestclearlake.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240909T211102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T211405Z
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SUMMARY:Des Moines Sending Lab – October 3rd
DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Sending Lab\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 7th • 9:00am – 12:00pm\nWhere: Cottage Grove Church 1050 24th Street • Des Moines\, IA 50311\nCost: Registration is free\nFood: Lunch & snacks provided\n \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Sending Lab is a one-day workshop that will help you develop a vision and plan for leading your church to send. It’s a collaborative experience that will connect you with other pastors on the same journey\, while guiding you to identify your next steps for finding\, developing\, and sending church planters. Lunch and snacks provided. \nSchedule\n\n9:00-9:30 a.m – Registration and Check-in \n9:30-10:00 a.m. – Welcome and Overview \n10-11:00 a.m. – Why Sending? \n11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – Developing Your Sending Vision \n12-1:00 p.m. – Lunch \n1-1:45 p.m. –Identifying Potential Planters \n1:45-2:30 p.m. – Developing Potential Planters \n2:30-3:15 p.m. – Starting a Church Planting Residency \n3:15-3:45 p.m. – Sending Church Resources and Next Steps \n3:45 p.m. – Dismiss \n\nIf you can attend\, please register at this link. Registration is FREE.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/des-moines-sending-lab-october-3rd/
LOCATION:Cottage Grove Church\, 1050 24th Street\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chase Abner":MAILTO:cabner@bciowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240909T205016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T205017Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday\, October 3rd
DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering\n\nWhen: October 3rd  •  11:30am–1:00pm\nWhere: LifeChange Church  •  4530 E 46th St • Des Moines\, IA 50317\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				Youth workers\, mark your calendars for the Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering. The goal of this lunch gathering is to help youth workers get to know one another\, feel supported\, and learn about useful resources. You’ll also have the chance to discuss issues facing you in your local student ministry context. There is no cost and lunch is provided. \n\n\nDate:  October 3rd \nLocation:  LifeChange Church / Northbridge Events Center (4530 E. 46th St. Des Moines\, IA 50317)\nHost:  Steven Christiansen & Jonathan Meyer\nTime:  11:30am – 1:00pm\nSpeaker:  TBD\nWho:  Anyone Part-Time\, Full-Time\, or Volunteer Youth Worker\nLunch: Provided – No Cost\nSpecial Gifts: We will have some free resources to help equip youth workers.\n\n\nTo sign up\, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer\, Grace Church Youth Pastor\, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n			 \n			\n				\n				\n				EMAIL TO SIGN UP\n				\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n				\n				Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Email Address\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church Name\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				Church City\n				\n			 \n						\n						\n							\n			\n				\n					9 + 13 = \n				 \n			 \n							Submit
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-thursday-october-3rd/
LOCATION:LifeChange Church\, 4530 E. 46th St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50317\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240906T160237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T161418Z
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SUMMARY:The Healing Leader Roundtable – Oct 15 – Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:The Healing Leader Roundtable Event\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 15 • 9:00am-3:30pm\nPleasant Hill\, Iowa\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nWe are excited to invite you to a special one-day roundtable\, The Healing Leader – Healthy Leaders Building Healing Communities\, hosted by Reach Iowa Together (RIT) in partnership with the ministry Nothing is Wasted. RIT has been a long-time partner ministry of the Baptist Convention of Iowa\, and we are grateful for Ed Gregory’s leadership in this initiative over the years. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER NOW\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nLeadership for Healing in Your Church\nThis event is designed to help pastors and church leaders address tragedy\, trauma\, and life transitions in their congregations. You’ll gain valuable insights on: \n\nThe six stages of leadership development\, with a focus on overcoming the crisis stage.\nHow to support those experiencing trauma.\nAn introduction to an 11-week Pain to Purpose course to guide your congregation from hurt to healing.\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Tuesday\, October 15th\nTime: 9:00am – 3:30pm\nLocation: Rising Sun Church of Christ (6390 NE Rising Sun Drive\, Pleasant Hill\, IA 50327)\nCost: $25 (includes lunch)\n\nThe cost for the roundtable is only $25\, which includes lunch\, and the return on this small investment will yield enormous benefits for your ministry. We encourage you to attend and invite other leaders who might benefit from this impactful event.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/healing-leader-roundtable-oct-15-pleasant-hill/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240913T214428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T214428Z
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SUMMARY:Pastors Day at Wildwood Ranch
DESCRIPTION:ADF Webinar for BCI Pastors\n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, October 16th • 10:00am-8:00pm\nWHERE: Wildwood Hills Ranch\n(2552 Union Lane St. Charles\, IA 50240)\n COST: FREE FOR BCI PASTORS\n\n			 \n				Email to RSVP\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Wildwood Collective invites pastors on October 16 to A Day at the Ranch\, in honor of Clergy Appreciation Month\nThey are hosting this event at Wildwood Hills Ranch\, located in scenic Madison County\, just 30 minutes south of West Des Moines. It’s a refreshing retreat from the busyness and demands of church ministry\, and you’re welcome to come solo\, with other pastors from your church\, or with your spouse! \nWildwood Hills Ranch is grateful for the tireless efforts pastors put into Kingdom work. \nDay at the Ranch schedule\nJoin them for as much (or as little) of the day as your schedule allows on Wednesday\, October 16. \n\n10:00 AM: Experiences Available – Kayaking\, Fishing\, Specialty Coffee\, Lawn Games\, Art on the Deck\, Nature Walks\nNoon: Lunch\n1:30 PM: Experiences Available – Axe Throwing\, Carriage Ride Tours\, Iowa Apple Cider Sampling\, Lawn Games\, Nature Walks\n3:30 PM: Experiences Available – Horseback Trail Rides (limited spots)\, Fishing\, Kayaking\, Lawn Games\, Art on the Deck\, Nature Walks\n5:30 PM: Dinner\n7:00 PM: Bonfire and S’mores\n\nRSVP by October 10\nThis event is their gift to pastors. They request that you RSVP by October 10 to adoyle@wildwoodhillsranch.org so they can prepare well for you. \nThis is a come-and-go event\, so feel free to join for any or all of the day’s activities.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/pastors-day-at-wildwood-ranch/
LOCATION:Wildwood Hills Ranch\, 2552 Union Lane\, St. Charles\, IA\, 50240\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065548
CREATED:20240906T161337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T161412Z
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SUMMARY:The Healing Leader Roundtable – Oct 17 – Coralville
DESCRIPTION:The Healing Leader Roundtable Event\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thursday\, October 17 • 9:00am-3:30pm\nCoralville\, Iowa\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nWe are excited to invite you to a special one-day roundtable\, The Healing Leader – Healthy Leaders Building Healing Communities\, hosted by Reach Iowa Together (RIT) in partnership with the ministry Nothing is Wasted. RIT has been a long-time partner ministry of the Baptist Convention of Iowa\, and we are grateful for Ed Gregory’s leadership in this initiative over the years. \n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				REGISTER NOW\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nLeadership for Healing in Your Church\nThis event is designed to help pastors and church leaders address tragedy\, trauma\, and life transitions in their congregations. You’ll gain valuable insights on: \n\nThe six stages of leadership development\, with a focus on overcoming the crisis stage.\nHow to support those experiencing trauma.\nAn introduction to an 11-week Pain to Purpose course to guide your congregation from hurt to healing.\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Thursday\, October 17th\nTime: 9:00am – 3:30pm\nLocation: Life Church (2205 2nd St.\, Coralville\, IA 52241)\nCost: $25 (includes lunch)\n\nThe cost for the roundtable is only $25\, which includes lunch\, and the return on this small investment will yield enormous benefits for your ministry. We encourage you to attend and invite other leaders who might benefit from this impactful event.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/healing-leader-roundtable-oct-17-coralville/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T065549
CREATED:20240722T162805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T162037Z
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SUMMARY:2024 BCI ANNUAL MEETING
DESCRIPTION:2024 BCI Ministry Conference & Annual Meeting\nFRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 1st & SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 2nd • First Family Church\, Ankeny\n			 \n				\n				\n				Iowa Southern Baptists will be gathering on November 1st & 2nd for the 2024 BCI Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting is an important opportunity for Iowa church leaders to celebrate what God is doing and partner together to reach more people for Christ. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ministry Conference (For All BCI Church Leaders & Members) • FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 1st • 9:00am-6:30pm\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pastors & Wives Banquet (For Pastoral Staff & Spouses) • FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 1st • 6:30pm-8:00pm\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BCI ANNUAL MEETING (For all BCI Church Leaders & Members) • SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 2nd • 8:00am-12:30pm\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				REGISTER NOW!\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Schedule\n			 \n				\n				\n				Ministry Conference • Friday\, November 1st\n9:00am – Registration 10:00am – Opening Session 11:00am – Brunch 12:30 pm – Breakout Session 1 2:00 pm – Breakout Session 2 3:30 pm – Breakout Session 3 5:00pm – Reception & Exhibits \nPastors & Wives Banquet • Friday\, NOVEMBER 1st\n6:30 pm – Pastors & Wives Banquet Start 8:00pm – Banquet End \n			 \n				\n				\n				Annual Meeting • SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 2nd\n8:00 am – Registration & Exhibitors Open 9:00 am – Annual Meeting Session 1 10:15 am – Break (Coffee\, water\, snacks) 10:30 am – Annual Meeting Session 2 12:30 pm – Lunch (Take and go lunch boxes) \n			 \n				\n				\n				Messenger or Guest?\nThere are 2 types of attendees for the Annual Meeting on Saturday: “Messengers” are approved by their home church to vote in the BCI Business Meeting. “Guests” includes any other attendees and they are not approved to vote during the Business Meeting. Find out how many Messengers your church is allowed by referencing the giving table in the Messengers Info Sheet (PDF). \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Childcare Information\n			 \n				\n				\n				\nChildcare will be provided for children 6 months to 6th grade.\nRegistration will be required for all children. NOTE: Please register for childcare separately for each event (since not all attendees will attend all events).\nLunch and snacks will be provided during the Ministry Conference.\nDinner will be provided during the Pastors Conference. \nAfter the Annual Meeting\, parents can pick up their children and have boxed lunch together.\nDeadline to Register for Childcare is Friday\, October 25th.\n\n			 \n				REGISTER FOR CHILDCARE\n			\n				\n				\n				Pickup & Drop Off Schedule for Parents\nFriday\, November 1stMinistry Conference\n9:30am-10:00am – Drop Off (Please feed your child breakfast before arriving\, lunch and snack will be provided)4:45pm-5:00pm – Pick Up \nPastors & Wives Banquet\n6:15pm-6:30pm – Drop Off (Dinner will be provided)8:00pm-8:15pm – Pick Up \nSaturday\, November 2ndBCI Annual Meeting\n8:30am-9:00am – Drop Off (Please feed your child breakfast before arriving\, snack will be provided)12:30pm-12:45pm – Pick Up (Grab boxed lunches for your whole family) \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ministry Conference Breakouts\nBREAKOUT SESSION 1 • 12:30PM\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				1-1) Developing Leaders & Laborers in Your Church – Send Network Iowa \n				 \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-2) Developing Missional Culture in Youth Ministry – Jonathan Meyer \n				From making disciples to sharing the gospel\, this breakout intentionally focuses on strategically designing ministry to focus on living out the mission of the great commission. If you are looking for tips and ideas for getting people out of your church building and into gospel conversations\, join us! Note: You don’t have to be in youth ministry to attend. Speaker Bio: Jonathan Meyer is the Next Gen Lead at Grace Church and Founder of Ignite Youth Leadership Conference. Andrew Nippert also serves in Next Gen Ministry at Grace Church.  \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-3) Building Chemistry\, Not Conflict on Your Elder/Deacon Board – Todd Stiles \n				Discuss specific strategies for developing relational credibility among your entire team of leaders so that corporate chemistry flows. Speaker Bio: Todd Stiles planted and pastors First Family Church in Ankeny.  \n			 \n				\n				\n				1-4) Engaging in the Marketplace – Philip Nation (Thomas Nelson Bibles)\n				Each day\, members of our churches interact with the marketplace as workers\, business owners\, and consumers. Many are confused as to how they can carry out their lives with a biblical worldview\, give a witness for the gospel\, and live faithfully to the Lord. In this session\, we will interact with how to equip members to live bold and persuasive lives in the marketplace.Speaker Bio: Philip Nation is VP-Publisher for Thomas Nelson Bibles and travels frequently to preach and teach around the globe.  \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				BREAKOUT SESSION 2 • 2:00PM\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				2-1) Helping Your Church Take Its Next Step in Church Planting – Send Network Iowa\n				 \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-2) Worship Ministries: A Charge & Call to Return to Local Church Mindset – Matthew & Angela Swain (MBTS) \n				 \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-3) A Guided Journey: Reflections & Lessons from 58 Years of Ministry – Ed Gregory\n				This session will focus on the goodness and guidance of God in ministry. It will be illustrated by reflecting on experiences and lessons learned along the way Speaker Bio: Called at an early age\, Ed Gregory has served in various Pastor\, Denominational and Ministry capacities for over 50 years\, including his current assignment on the Pastoral Ministry Team at BCI.   \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-4) International Missions Update – Cory Gonyo & IMB Panel\n				Join us for a time of rejoicing over how the Lord is reaching the lost in Chile and Central Asia. Bring your questions to dialogue with your IMB missionaries (one of the couples is sent by our very own Cornerstone Church\, Ames!). Let’s come together and see how every believer in every SBC church is part of this great pursuit to take the gospel of Jesus Christ to every nation\, tribe\, and tongue. Speaker Bios: Our panel of IMB personnel include D & T who serve in Central Asia\, Cliff & Cinthy Case who serve in Santiago\, Chile\, and Kelly Davis who serves with the IMB in Richmond\, Virginia. The panel will be facilitated by Pastor Cory Gonyo of First Baptist Church of Bettendorf and an IMB Trustee.  \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-5) Hispanic Work in Iowa (Spanish) – Israel Becerra\n				 \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				BREAKOUT SESSION 3 • 3:30PM\n\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				3-1) Hispanic Work in Iowa (English) – Israel Becerra\n				 \n			 \n				\n				\n				3-2) Beyond Egypt: Lessons from Exodus for Church Hurts & Healing (Women Only) – Kari Minter\n				Being a pastor’s wife often comes with unique challenges—spiritual\, emotional\, and relational. Just as Moses faced intense opposition\, doubt\, and hardship while following God’s call to lead the Israelites\, many pastor’s wives face similar struggles in ministry. This workshop invites pastor’s wives to journey through the book of Exodus and find strength and encouragement from Moses’ story. Together\, we will explore the themes of calling\, obedience\, leadership\, and the hardships that often follow faithful service to God. Note: Thank you for honoring our request for women only to attend this breakout.  Speaker Bio: Kari Minter is an author\, Bible teacher\, pastor’s wife\, and mom to three teenagers.   \n			 \n				\n				\n				3-3) Which Traits Matter? (Servant Leadership & Member Retention) – Todd Stiles\n				Join Todd for a research-based look at which pastoral servant leadership traits are most correlated to the retention of members. Speaker Bio: Todd Stiles planted and pastors First Family Church in Ankeny.  \n			 \n				\n				\n				2-4) Missional Leadership – Philip Nation (Thomas Nelson Bibles)\n				We are called to guide congregational life in the direction of glorifying God through making disciples. Join this breakout as we look at ways to break to lead missionally and equip others to do the same. Philip Nation will give encouragement and practical guidance on how to develop a missional mindset in your church. Speaker Bio: Philip Nation is VP-Publisher for Thomas Nelson Bibles and travels frequently to preach and teach around the globe.  \n			 \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lodging Information\n\nLodging will be on your own this year.\nFor hotel accommodations\, we recommend Holiday Inn Express\, 2502 S Hulsizer Rd in Ankeny.\nIf your church does not have funds set aside for hotel expenses\, financial scholarships are available. Email annualmeeting@bciowa.org for information.\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ministry Book Exchange – New for 2024!\nNew for this year\, we’re excited to introduce the Ministry Book Exchange at the 2024 BCI Ministry Conference! This is a fresh opportunity for you to refresh your ministry library or share valuable resources with fellow attendees. Simply bring any lightly used ministry books\, Bible studies\, or materials\, and browse through resources brought by others. Any unclaimed materials should be taken home by their original owners at the end of the event. \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: \nBrent Leatherwood \n– ERLC President\n\n\nWe are honored to welcome Brent Leatherwood\, President of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC)\, to our BCI 2024 Annual Meeting. Elected as president in 2022\, Brent brings expertise in public policy and a commitment to serving SBC churches and leaders. Prior to his role at ERLC\, he served as the executive director of the Tennessee Republican Party and held several leadership roles in government. Brent has also been a deacon at his church since 2014. He and his wife\, Meredith\, have three children. \n\n\n\n\n\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				ERLC Website
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2024-bci-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iowa Disaster Relief Training – November 8-9
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Disaster Relief & Chaplain Training\nInterested in serving through Iowa Disaster Relief? BCI church members are invited to join one of our Disaster Relief training events!\n– Chaplain Training: November 8th & 9th – Disaster Relief 101: November 9th – Host: Crossroads Church • Grimes\n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				We are excited about our upcoming trainings on November 8th & 9th that will be hosted by Crossroads Community Church in Grimes. There will be two tracks. The first is chaplain training and the second is disaster relief volunteer training. Register now and get equipped to serve! \n			 \n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				Register Now\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where:\nCrossroads Community Church Grimes Community Center 410 SE Main Street Grimes\, IA 50111 \nTRACK 1: NAMB CERTIFIED CHAPLAIN TRAINING\nFriday\, November 8th • 12:30pm to 7:00pm Saturday\, November 9th • 8:00am to 12:00pm \n(You must attend both sessions to complete your certification.) \nTRACK 2: DISASTER RELIEF VOLUNTEER\nSaturday\, November 9th • 9:00am to 3:00pm \n \n			 \n				\n				\n				Disaster Relief Training registration information\nRegister now using the online form. \nCost is $35 and includes the following: \n\nBackground check\nID Badge\nIowaDR volunteer hat & shirt\nAll training for the three years covered by the background check.\n\nThe registration fee of $35 can be paid online via the IowaDR Donation page.  \n			 \n				Register Now\n			\n				Iowadr donation page
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/iowa-disaster-relief-training-november-8-9/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Intro to Gospel-Centered Counseling – Jan 7th
DESCRIPTION:Free Webinar: Intro to Gospel-Centered Counseling\n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, January 7th • 1:00pm – 2:00pm WHERE: Online Webinar COST: FREE\n\n			 \n				Register Now\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			 \n				\n				\n			 \n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join the Gospel-Centered Counseling Webinar – January 7\, 2025\nBCI invites you to participate in the Gospel-Centered Counseling Webinar\, hosted by the Gospel Care Collective. This special event is designed to equip you and your church in caring like Christ. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll:\n\nExplore the core principles of gospel-centered counseling from Genesis 3\nDiscover practical tools for applying biblical truth to real-life struggles\nLearn about training opportunities available in 2025\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your ministry with gospel-focused care. Save the date: January 7\, 2025.
URL:https://bciowa.org/event/webinar-intro-to-gospel-centered-counseling/
LOCATION:IA
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