Discipleship Pathways Workshop – March 27
2026-03-27 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Stonebrook Community Church, 3611 Eisenhower Avenue, Ames, IA, 50010, United States
Discipleship Pathways Workshop – SEND + BCI

When: Friday, March 27th • 9:00am – 4:00pm Where: Stonebrook Church3611 Eisenhower Avenue • Ames, IA 50010 Cost: Registration is free Food: Lunch & snacks provided

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Join us Friday, March 27th, from 9:00am–4:00pm at Stonebrook Community Church in Ames for a practical workshop designed to help pastors and church leaders think clearly and intentionally about discipleship.
This one-day session will guide you and your leadership team through the process of developing (or refining) a clear discipleship pathway for your church. Together, we’ll explore what intentional disciple-making looks like in your unique context and provide practical tools to help you move from ideas to implementation.
If you want greater clarity, alignment, and momentum in how your church makes disciples, this workshop is for you.
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Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday, April 16th
2026-04-16 11:30 - 13:00
Central Iowa Youth Worker Gathering – April 16th

• When: Thursday, April 16th • 11:30am–1:00pm • Where: The Mission Church • 12001 Ridgemont Dr. • Urbandale, IA 50323 • Cost: Free for any youth worker (Includes Lunch) • Host: Adam Evans, Youth Pastor at The Mission Church • Who Is This For?: Any Part-time, Full-time or Volunteer Youth Workers • Special Gifts & Ministry Resources Provided• Topic: Casting A Vision For Reaching Students • To RSVP: Email Jonathan Meyer at jmeyer@gracehome.com

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.
To sign up, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer, Grace Church Youth Pastor, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com.

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BCI Seminar – Teaching the Psalms – April 17th
2026-04-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Westwind Church, 1115 Southeast Westbrook Drive, Waukee, IA, 50263, United States
Teaching the Psalms

DATE: Friday, April 17th TIME: 9:00am–2:00pm LOCATION: Westwind Church, Waukee COST: FREE (includes materials & lunch)

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“Teaching the Psalms as Christian Scripture”
Join us on Friday, April 17th, 9:00am-2:00pm at Westwind Church in Waukee for an engaging seminar all about teaching the Psalms.
Who is this seminar for?
This seminar is open to pastors, men’s/women’s ministry leaders, Bible study leaders, Sunday School teachers, lay people, and anyone who wants to be equipped to better understand and teach the Psalms.
Josh Tillman, Lead Pastor at Westwind Church will be guiding this seminar to provide teachers young and old with fresh insights and practical tips on bringing the Psalms to life.
The Psalms teach us to pray, but they also teach us how to teach. Martin Luther notes that the Psalter “should be precious and dear to us if only because it most clearly promises the death and resurrection of Christ, and describes His kingdom, and the nature and standing of all Christian people. It could well be called a ‘little Bible’ since it contains, set out in the briefest and most beautiful form, all that is to be found in the whole Bible.” Within this seminar we will study how the Psalter teaches us how to do biblical theology, how to the teach the Psalter as a book, and the New Testament use of the Psalms.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your teaching skills in a relaxed and friendly setting!

About Our Speaker
Josh Tillman, Lead Pastor –Westwind Church, Waukee

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I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida and came to faith in the Lord when I was 13 years old. My home church partnered with Bob Tebow and his evangelistic association and I began taking annual mission trips with him to the Philippines while in high school before spending a year there after graduation. It was during this time that I sensed God’s call into ministry and met and married Joanna, my wife of 22 years. We moved to Louisville, KY where I did my undergraduate at Boyce College and my M.Div at Southern Seminary. While at Southern I had the opportunity to intern with a professor who was in the process of revitalizing a local church. This internship radically changed the directory of my life and ministry. From there my wife and I have been apart of church revitalization work in Kentucky, Missouri, and Florida before being called to serve here in Iowa.
I have continued to have a heart for the nations and have had opportunities to train pastors in the Philippines, El Salvador, and Nepal. I earned my PhD in Biblical Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2022 and wrote of the message and theology of Book I of the Psalter. My research interest has focused primarily on biblical theology and ecclesiology. Recently, I have helped Corban University develop an Old Testament undergraduate course on Poetry and Wisdom Literature and have began serving as an adjunct professor.
Additionally, I have served on local association boards for revitalization training and equipping and I currently am on the board for Waypoint Resources in Waukee, IA. My wife and I have five children whom we homeschool (ages 10-19) and our oldest is enrolled at Spurgeon College’s Fusion program and is training to spend three months overseas.

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Heartland Sioux City – 2026 Women's Conference
2026-04-25 08:00 - 14:30 | Heartland Community Baptist Church, 2201 W 19th St, Sioux City, IA, 51103, United States
Heartland Sioux City – 2026 Women’s Conference

When: Saturday, April 25th • 8:30am–2:30pmWhere: Heartland Church • 2201 W 19th St. • Sioux CityCost: $35

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Conference Info
Heartland Church in Sioux City is hosting the 2026 Women’s Conference and invites women from BCI churches across north and west Iowa to join for a meaningful day of encouragement and spiritual growth.
This year’s conference will focus on moving beyond head knowledge into an abiding, life-giving relationship with Christ, being rooted, strengthened, and transformed by the River of Life. The day is designed to help women deepen their walk with the Lord while connecting with others from across the region.
The conference will feature Kari Minter, a pastor’s wife who also serves with BCI in supporting pastors’ wives. Her heart for ministry and encouragement will be a meaningful part of the day.
This is a great opportunity for women in your church to step away, be refreshed, and return encouraged in their faith.

Campers On Mission – 2026 National Rally
2026-06-02 08:00 - 2026-06-04 17:00 | Amana RV Park & Event Center, 3850 C Street, Amana, IA, 52203, United States
Campers On Mission – 2026 National Rally

DATE: June 2–4 LOCATION: Amana, Iowa – Amana RV & Event Center

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A unique national gathering for campers, volunteers, & servants
For the first time, Iowa will host the National Campers On Mission Rally, June 2–4 at the Amana RV Park & Event Center in Amana, Iowa!
Join volunteers from across the country for a special gathering focused on faith, fellowship, service, and encouragement.
Whether you are already involved in Campers On Mission or simply curious to learn more, you are welcome.

Register now for the Campers On Mission National Rally!

What is Campers On Mission?
Campers On Mission is a ministry of believers who use their love of camping, travel, and practical skills to serve churches and ministries.
Members help with projects such as:

Painting
Repairs
Construction help
Maintenance
Camp improvements
Church facility projects

Their mission is simple: Sharing Christ As We Go.

Who Should Attend?
Who Should Attend?

RV owners and campers
Retirees looking to serve
Handy helpers / builders / fixers
Church members seeking mission opportunities
Anyone curious about the ministry

Why This Rally Matters
This is a rare opportunity to host volunteers and leaders from across the country right here in Iowa!

What’s Your Next Step?

Share this opportunity with your church members
Register for the Rally
Learn About Iowa COM
Contact Iowa COM

Lodging / Camping

Amana RV Park & Event Center (3850 C. Street Amana, Iowa 52203)
Campsite reservations must be made through Iowa COM Registration for the rally for any dates between May 31st and June 5th.

Questions?

Contact Pastor Rick Mott, Iowa COM President
Email: iowacampersonmission@gmail.com
Call: 319-290-2127 (Shiloh Baptist Church phone)
Text 319-214-3405

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2026 SBC Annual Meeting
2026-06-07 09:00 - 2026-06-10 13:00

Biblical Counseling Meetup & Cohort – Info Mtg Aug 5th
2026-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Smokey Row Coffee Co, 1910 Cottage Grove, Des Moines, IA, 50413, United States
Connect with fellow pastors and counselors while preparing to strengthen biblical counseling in your church.
Pastors, church leaders, and biblical counselors are invited to an informal Biblical Counseling Meet-and-Greet on Wednesday, August 5th, from 9:00am–10:00am at Smokey Row Coffee in Des Moines. This gathering also serves as an introduction to Harvest’s new Biblical Counseling Training Cohort, launching September 19th.

Biblical Counseling Meetup

Wednesday, August 5th • Smokey Row, Des Moines — 10:00am–1:00pm
On Wednesday, August 5th from 9:00am–10:00am, Harvest Bible Chapel (Grimes) will be hosting an informal meet-and-greet where pastors and biblical counselors can get to know one another, share how counseling is happening within our respective contexts, and discuss ways we might encourage one another and potentially partner together in future ministry endeavors.
Location: Smokey Row Coffee Co. (1910 Cottage Grove, Des Moines, IA, 50413)
RSVP: Email Pastor Nick Lees (nickl@harvestdesmoines.org)

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ACBC Fundamentals Training Fall Cohort

Starting Saturday, September 19th • Iowa City — 10:00am–1:00pm
This fall, Harvest Bible Chapel (Grimes) will be launching a Counseling Training Cohort that will cover the ACBC Fundamentals Training Videos (31 hours) through First Counseling (Jax, FL – Pastor Heath Lambert). This will help train attenders with the fundamentals of biblical counseling and will count towards Phase 1 of ACBC’s certification process.

Cost: Freewill donation to First Counseling
Location: Harvest Bible Chapel (Worship Center)
Dates + Times: • Saturday, September 19 (8a-4p) • Saturday, October 24 (8a-4p) • Saturday, November 21 (8a-4p) • Saturday, December 12 (8a-4p) • Saturday, January 23 (8a-4p)
Registration: More info will be shared at the informal meet-and-greet on Wednesday, August 5th. If you’re unable to make that meeting, but would like more info, please email Pastor Nick Lees (nickl@harvestdesmoines.org).

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SEND Network Iowa: One Day – August 28th
2026-08-28 08:30 - 15:00 | First Family Church Ankeny, 317 SE Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA, 50021, United States
Send Network Quarterly

When: Friday, August 28th • 8:30am – 3:00pm
Where: First Family Church 317 SE Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50021
Cost: Registration is free & Lunch is provided
One Day is a full-day gathering for pastors, church leaders, and church planters built around two irreducible priorities: preaching and shepherding. Morning sessions bring everyone together around the Word and prayer. After lunch, four ministry tracks give each group focused time with practitioners who have spent decades in the work.
Lunch is provided. Open to pastors, church leaders, planters, and their teams.

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Sponsored by SEND Network Iowa and the Baptist Convention of Iowa.

NAMB Sending Lab – Ankeny – September 14th
2026-09-14 09:00 - 16:00 | First Family Church Ankeny, 317 SE Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA, 50021, United States
NAMB Sending Lab

When: Monday, September 14th • 9:00am – 4:00pm Where: First Family Church317 SE Magazine Rd • Ankeny, IA 50021 Cost: Registration is free Food: Lunch & snacks provided

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The NAMB Sending Lab is a one-day, collaborative workshop designed to help churches develop a clear vision and plan for becoming sending churches. Facilitated by SEND Network, this experience will guide you in identifying potential church planters, developing leaders, and creating practical pathways for sending. You’ll learn alongside other pastors and leaders, engage real ministry challenges, and leave with actionable next steps tailored to your church’s context.
Registration is FREE with lunch and snacks provided.
SCHEDULE
9:00–9:30 a.m – Registration and Check-in 9:30am–10:00am – Welcome and Overview 10:00am–11:00am – Why Sending? 11:00am–12:00pm – Developing Your Sending Vision 12:00pm–1:00pm – Lunch 1:00pm–1:45pm – Identifying Potential Planters 1:45pm–2:30pm – Developing Potential Planters 2:30pm–3:15pm – Starting a Church Planting Residency 3:15pm–3:45pm – Sending Church Resources and Next Steps 4:00pm – Dismiss
WHICH SENDING LAB IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
If you missed the earlier Sending Labs this year, this is another opportunity to attend the same workshop. There will be one final, identical event on Monday, October 5th at Coram Deo Bible Church in Davenport.
This Sending Lab is especially ideal for churches in Central Iowa, but all churches are welcome. This training also prepares churches for the NAMB Residency Builder (Dec 1–2 in Ankeny).

2026 "For The Church" Conference – MBTS
2026-09-28 16:00 - 2026-09-29 16:45 | Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 5001 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO, 64118, United States
2025 “For The Church” Conference at MBTS

September 28th – September 29th Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Kansas City, MO Cost: $99

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Most of the time, ministry does not feel like dramatic mountaintop moments—but that does not mean it is stagnant.
At the For the Church Conference on September 28–29, we will turn our attention to what is always at work in every season: the Word of God.
Across six main sessions, we’ll consider how God’s Word is actively working in and through His church. Hear from:

Jason K. Allen – The Convicting Word
H.B. Charles, Jr. – The Compelling Word
Clint Pressley – The Triumphant Word
Afshin Ziafat – The Multiplying Word
Jared C. Wilson – The Illuminating Word
Kevin DeYoung – The Incarnate Word

We hope you will join us to marvel at how God is speaking, shaping, convicting, saving, and building His church through His Word.

NAMB Sending Lab – Davenport – October 5th
2026-10-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Coram Deo Bible Church, 3800 E 53rd Street, Davenport, IA, 52807, United States
NAMB Sending Lab

When: Monday, October 5th • 9:00am – 4:00pm Where: Coram Deo Bible Church3800 E 53rd St • Davenport, IA 52807 Cost: Registration is free Food: Lunch & snacks provided

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The NAMB Sending Lab is a one-day, collaborative workshop designed to help churches develop a clear vision and plan for becoming sending churches. Facilitated by SEND Network, this experience will guide you in identifying potential church planters, developing leaders, and creating practical pathways for sending. You’ll learn alongside other pastors and leaders, engage real ministry challenges, and leave with actionable next steps tailored to your church’s context.
Registration is FREE with lunch and snacks provided.
SCHEDULE
9:00–9:30 a.m – Registration and Check-in 9:30am–10:00am – Welcome and Overview 10:00am–11:00am – Why Sending? 11:00am–12:00pm – Developing Your Sending Vision 12:00pm–1:00pm – Lunch 1:00pm–1:45pm – Identifying Potential Planters 1:45pm–2:30pm – Developing Potential Planters 2:30pm–3:15pm – Starting a Church Planting Residency 3:15pm–3:45pm – Sending Church Resources and Next Steps 4:00pm – Dismiss

This Sending Lab is especially ideal for churches in the eastern half of Iowa, but this is also the final Sending Lab of the year, so all churches are welcome. This training also prepares churches for the NAMB Residency Builder (Dec 1–2 in Ankeny).

Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday, October 8th
2026-10-08 11:00 - 13:30 | Fellowship Community Church, 225 North Avenue, Norwalk, IA, 50211, United States
Central Iowa Youth Worker Luncheon – Oct 8th

• When: Thursday, October 8th • 11:30am–1:00pm • Where: Fellowship Community Church • 225 North Avenue • Norwalk, IA 50211 • Cost: Free for any youth worker (Includes Lunch) • Host: Forrest Parsons, Youth Pastor at FCC • Who Is This For?: Any Part-Time, Full-Time or Volunteer Youth Workers • Topic: Teaching the Next Generation to Pray • Free Resource: Yes, each Person in attendance will receive a free resource! • To RSVP: Email Jonathan Meyer at jmeyer@gracehome.com

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.
To sign up, contact the event coordinator Jonathan Meyer, Grace Church Youth Pastor, using the form below or via email at jmeyer@gracehome.com.

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2026 BCI Annual Meeting
2026-11-06 11:00 - 2026-11-07 13:30 | Grace Church Des Moines, 4200 E 25th St., Des Moines, IA, 50317, United States
2026 BCI Ministry Conference & Annual Meeting
November 6th & 7th • Grace Church, Des Moines

Join us for the 2026 BCI Ministry Conference & Annual Meeting. More than a business meeting, this gathering is an opportunity to worship together, hear stories of God’s work across Iowa, build relationships, and be equipped for faithful ministry in today’s changing culture.

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BCI Ministry Conference • Friday, November 6th • 11:00am-4:15pm
• For All BCI Church Leaders & Members • Free • Registration Required

BCI Annual Banquet • Friday, November 6th • 6:00pm-7:30pm
• For All BCI Church Leaders & Members • Free • Registration Required

BCI Annual Meeting • Saturday, November 7th • 9:00am-12:30pm
• For all BCI Church Leaders & Members • Free for Messengers & Guests • Registration Required

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FEATURED SPEAKER: TREVIN WAX – VP for Resources & Marketing, NAMB

We are honored to welcome Trevin Wax as our featured speaker for the 2026 BCI Ministry Conference & Annual Meeting.

Trevin Wax Bio

Trevin serves as Vice President of Research and Resource Development for the North American Mission Board and is a fellow with The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is the general editor of The Gospel Project, host of the Reconstructing Faith podcast, and author of numerous books including The Thrill of Orthodoxy and The Multi-Directional Leader.
Trevin is widely respected for helping Christians engage today’s culture while remaining deeply rooted in historic biblical faith. Through his writing, speaking, and leadership, he challenges believers to think clearly, live faithfully, and hold fast to Christian orthodoxy in a rapidly changing world.
Known for his thoughtful engagement with culture, discipleship, and church leadership, Trevin brings a timely perspective for pastors and church leaders seeking to lead faithfully in their local churches in the years ahead.

Schedule

BCI Ministry Conference • Friday, November 6th
10:00am – Registration 11:00am – Brunch with Trevin Wax 12:30pm – Trevin Wax Workshop 2:00pm – Breakout Session 1 3:15pm – Breakout Session 2 4:15pm – Reception & Exhibits (4:30pm – Pastors’ Wives Reception)
BCI Annual Banquet • Friday, November 6th
6:00pm – Banquet Start 7:30pm – Banquet End

BCI Annual Meeting • Saturday, November 7th
8:00am – Registration & Exhibitors Open 9:00am – Annual Meeting Session 1 10:30am – Break (Coffee, Water, Snacks) 10:45am – Annual Meeting Session 2 12:30pm – Lunch

Messenger or Guest?
There 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).

Fortify: Abuse Prevention & Response Training – Feb 22 – Iowa City
2027-02-22 10:00 - 13:00 | All Nations Baptist Church, 1715 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States
Fortify: Abuse Prevention & Response Training

Monday, February 22nd • Iowa City— 10:00am–1:00pm
Host: All Nations Baptist Church, Iowa City— 1715 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City 52246 Cost: Free (Includes Lunch & Materials)

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Churches are called to be places of safety, healing, and hope—especially for children, youth, and other vulnerable people in our care. Tragically, abuse can and does occur in ministry settings when safeguards are weak or missing.
What is Fortify?
This half-day training will help pastors and ministry leaders understand what abuse is, how it impacts individuals and church communities, and how your church can put wise safeguards and response plans in place. Together we’ll learn from practitioners in abuse prevention, law, and law enforcement, and we’ll highlight resources available through the SBC’s Abuse Prevention & Response work.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed especially for:

Senior/lead pastors and elders
Executive pastors, administrators, and office managers
Nursery, children’s, youth, and college ministry leaders
Special needs ministry leaders
Biblical counselors and care ministry team members
Any church leader involved in screening, training, or supervising volunteers and staff

Speakers

Jeff Dalrymple Jeff serves as Director of Abuse Prevention & Response with the SBC Executive Committee. He works with churches, associations, and state conventions to promote abuse prevention, care, and response best practices across Southern Baptist life.

Debbie HansenDebbie has served with ECAP’s Accreditation Program since early 2022 and is now the Accreditation Program Director. She enjoys assisting organizations with the important mission of protecting children and workers. Debbie’s background is in teaching and Christian School Administration, and has served as an Auditor on ACSI Accreditation Teams.

Steve BensemaSteve served seven years in pastoral ministry, including helping launch and lead a church plant in Iowa in 2021. Today, he serves as an agent with Lightwell Insurance, helping churches and ministries across Iowa navigate risk and protection. Prior to ministry, Steve worked as an entrepreneur in real estate, property investment, and business ownership.

Schedule
9:30am-10:00am – Registration
10:00am-10:15am – Welcome & Opening Prayer
10:15am-10:45am – Session 1
10:45am-11:15am – Session 2
11:20am-11:30am – Break
11:30am-12:00pm – Session 3
12:00pm-12:15pm – Lunch
12:15pm-12:45pm – Q&A Panel (over lunch)
1:00pm – Conclusion

Sponsored by Lightwell Insurance Advisors

Fortify: Abuse Prevention & Response Training – Feb 23 – Adel
2027-02-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Restoration Church, 29147 Prospect Circle, Adel, IA, 50003, United States
Fortify: Abuse Prevention & Response Training

Tuesday, February 23rd • Adel — 10:00am–1:00pm
Host: Restoration Church — 29147 Prospect Circle, Adel, IA 50003 Cost: Free (Includes Lunch & Materials)

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Churches are called to be places of safety, healing, and hope—especially for children, youth, and other vulnerable people in our care. Tragically, abuse can and does occur in ministry settings when safeguards are weak or missing.
What is Fortify?
This half-day training will help pastors and ministry leaders understand what abuse is, how it impacts individuals and church communities, and how your church can put wise safeguards and response plans in place. Together we’ll learn from practitioners in abuse prevention, law, and law enforcement, and we’ll highlight resources available through the SBC’s Abuse Prevention & Response work.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed especially for:

Senior/lead pastors and elders
Executive pastors, administrators, and office managers
Nursery, children’s, youth, and college ministry leaders
Special needs ministry leaders
Biblical counselors and care ministry team members
Any church leader involved in screening, training, or supervising volunteers and staff

Speakers

Jeff Dalrymple Jeff serves as Director of Abuse Prevention & Response with the SBC Executive Committee. He works with churches, associations, and state conventions to promote abuse prevention, care, and response best practices across Southern Baptist life.

Debbie HansenDebbie has served with ECAP’s Accreditation Program since early 2022 and is now the Accreditation Program Director. She enjoys assisting organizations with the important mission of protecting children and workers. Debbie’s background is in teaching and Christian School Administration, and has served as an Auditor on ACSI Accreditation Teams.

Steve BensemaSteve served seven years in pastoral ministry, including helping launch and lead a church plant in Iowa in 2021. Today, he serves as an agent with Lightwell Insurance, helping churches and ministries across Iowa navigate risk and protection. Prior to ministry, Steve worked as an entrepreneur in real estate, property investment, and business ownership.

Schedule
9:30am-10:00am – Registration 10:00am-10:15am – Welcome & Opening Prayer 10:15am-10:45am – Session 1 10:45am-11:15am – Session 2 11:20am-11:30am – Break 11:30am-12:00pm – Session 3 12:00pm-12:15pm – Lunch 12:15pm-12:45pm – Q&A Panel (over lunch) 1:00pm – Conclusion

Sponsored by Lightwell Insurance Advisors
