BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Baptist Convention of Iowa - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bciowa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Baptist Convention of Iowa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240610T210418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T210807Z UID:21191-1727096400-1727197200@bciowa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-FTC-MBTS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240928T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Table-Songs.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Terry McCarl":MAILTO:terrymccarl@harvestclearlake.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T160000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240909T211102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T211405Z UID:21511-1727946000-1727971200@bciowa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sending-Lab.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chase Abner":MAILTO:cabner@bciowa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240909T205016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T205017Z UID:21501-1727955000-1727960400@bciowa.org 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 14 + 4 = \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Youth-Luncheon-2024-10.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T153000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240906T160237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T161418Z UID:21470-1728982800-1729006200@bciowa.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Healing-Leader-Roundtable-Oct15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240913T214428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T214428Z UID:21528-1729072800-1729108800@bciowa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pastors-Day-Wildwood.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T153000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060241 CREATED:20240906T161337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T161412Z UID:21477-1729155600-1729179000@bciowa.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Healing-Leader-Roundtable-Oct17.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T123000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20240722T162805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T162037Z UID:21336-1730451600-1730550600@bciowa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2022AM-Identity-EVENTBRITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241001T215242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154417Z UID:21611-1731069000-1731153600@bciowa.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-Disaster-Relief-Training-09-08.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241223T170417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180035Z UID:21942-1736254800-1736258400@bciowa.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Counseling-Webinar-2025b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T143000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241220T224642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180031Z UID:21929-1736586000-1736605800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Inspiring New Schools Event – Jan 11th DESCRIPTION:Inspired Life: Explore Christian School Development\n\nWHEN: Saturday\, January 11th • 9:00am – 2:30pm WHERE: Restoration Church (29147 Prospect Circle\, Adel\, IA 50003) COST: $25/person Includes Lunch\n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n Join Us for a One-day Event Designed to Inspire\, Educate\, and Equip Attendees to Start New Christian Schools in Iowa.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Does your community need a new school?\nA One-Day Catalyzing Event Inspiring Iowans to Start New Christian Schools\nJoin us at the Inspiring New Schools Event\, sponsored by BCI\, on Saturday\, January 11th\, at Restoration Church in Adel\, IA. This event is designed for pastors and church leaders interested in learning how to start and develop Christian schools. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore education ministry and make a lasting impact. \nGuidance Provided On:\n• Educational Models• Legal Considerations• School Accreditation• Practical Next Steps \n \n \n Agenda URL:https://bciowa.org/event/inspiring-new-schools-event-january-11th/ LOCATION:Restoration Church\, 29147 Prospect Circle\, Adel\, IA\, 50003\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Inspired-Life-Event-2025-01-11-b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241209T165031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T171526Z UID:21898-1737027000-1737032400@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday\, Jan 16th DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering\n\nThursday\, January 16th  •  11:30am–1:00pm  •  Grace Church\, Des Moines\n\n \n \n \n \n\nDate:  Thursday\, January 16th \nLocation:  Grace Church (4200 East 25th St\, Des Moines IA 50317)\nHost:  Jonathan Meyer\nTime:  11:30am – 1:00pm\nSpeaker:  Sam Bierig (Dean Spurgeon College; Associate Professor of Christian Studies)\nWho:  Anyone Part-Time\, Full-Time\, or Volunteer Youth Worker\nLunch: Provided – No Cost (Tasty Tacos)\nSpecial Gifts: Yes!!  Plenty of Items Youth Workers will Love!\nTo RSVP:  Complete the form below or email: jmeyer@gracehome.com.\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 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 13 + 8 = \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 Youth Ministry Resource Webpage\n \n \n \n \nVisit the Youth Ministry Resources Webpage for some of the best resources for Youth Ministry in BCI.\n\nWhat are you doing today to prepare the church of tomorrow? Our youth are the present and future of our churches and one of the best opportunities for the gospel to flourish. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Youth Ministry Resource Webpage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWant more personalized help? \nJonathan Meyer\, Student Ministry at Grace Church in Des Moines is available to coach BCI church leaders to address problems and take their student ministry to the next level. Use the form below to request a coaching call with Jonathan.  \n \n \n \n \n Request a Student Ministry Coaching Call with Jonathan Meyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First & Last Name\n \n \n \n \n Church Name & City\n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n Phone Number\n \n \n \n \n What can we help you with?\n \n \n \n \n When would be a good time to call?\n \n \n \n \n WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE ADDED TO OUR YOUTH MINISTRY EMAIL LIST?\n \n \n WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE ADDED TO OUR YOUTH MINISTRY EMAIL LIST?\n \n \n Yes!\n \n \n No thanks.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 15 + 2 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-thursday-january-16th/ LOCATION:Grace Church Des Moines\, 4200 E 25th St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50317\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Youth-Worker-Luncheon-NO-DATE.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241202T172111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T162210Z UID:21826-1737734400-1737810000@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Pastor Marriage Adventure Retreat – Jan 24-25 DESCRIPTION:January 2025 Marriage Retreat\nInvest in your marriage with a meaningful retreat designed specifically for BCI pastors and wives. This January\, join us for a weekend focused on enhancing communication in your marriage through biblical principles and practical tools. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Info\, Cost\, & Registration\n\n\nDates: Friday\, January 24th – Saturday\, January 25th \nLocation: The DGR facilities are located in charming\, historic\, downtown Pella\, Iowa.\nWho is this for? Retreats are only open to BCI pastor-wife couples.\nCost: $227 per couple\nBCI Assistance: Each attending couple will receive a $100 reimbursement from BCI after the retreat.\nAvailability: Limited to 9 couples per retreat.\nRegistration: Register here or text “BCI” to 641-931-4497.\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 Marriage Adventure Retreat Focus: Communication in Marriage\nFrom Friday evening\, January 24\, through Saturday afternoon\, January 25\, couples will enjoy a time of fellowship\, shared meals\, and interactive seminars hosted by Developing Great Relationships in Pella\, Iowa. This retreat will focus on helping couples grow in their ability to communicate effectively\, strengthen their connection\, and build a deeper understanding of one another. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Schedule\nFriday Evening \n\n4:00pm to 5:30pm – Check in / Explore Pella / Relax \n5:45pm – Orientation in the Sunroom \n6:00pm – Dinner \n7:00pm– Session 1 \n8:30pm– Evening Social in the Rembrandt Room\n\nSaturday \n\n7:45am – Morning Gathering in the Sunroom \n8:00am – Breakfast \n8:45am – Session 2 Begins \n10:30am – Snack Break \n10:45am – Session 2 Continues \n12:00pm – Lunch \n1:00pm – Closing Session\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About DGR\nMarriage Ministry in Pella\, Iowa\nDeveloping Great Relationships (DGR) first launched in 2009 when founder\, Stan Vermeer\, acted upon his passion to help Christian marriages thrive. Ever since\, DGR has helped couples rekindle their love for Christ and one another through Bible-based seminars. Located in the historic Strawtown Inn of Pella\, guests enjoy its old-world charm alongside the intentional retreats facilitated by the DGR team. URL:https://bciowa.org/event/pastor-marriage-adventure-retreat-jan-24-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DGR-2025-01-Comms-1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T133000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241115T232937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T232937Z UID:21800-1737739800-1737811800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:435 Network Men's Conference in Ankeny – Jan 24 & 25 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 24–25 | ANKENY First Family Church\n \n REGISTER FOR ANKENY\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The 435 Network Men’s Conference \nOur conference this year is going to be fantastic! Men\, please make this event a priority. We hope you will join us for both days\, but you are welcome to attend and pay for just one day.   \nFriday night will have an evangelistic focus. This is the time to invite someone who doesn’t know Christ to come and hear the gospel and enjoy a great meal and a fun night. If you’re bringing someone who doesn’t know Christ\, their admission is free! \nSaturday morning is more geared towards equipping the men of our churches with challenging messages and breakout sessions. \nOur speaker will be pastor and author Dean Inserra! Dean is the Lead Pastor of City Church in Tallahassee\, FL\, and the author of several books\, including “The Unsaved Christian.” \n \n \n \n LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT LOCATION?\n \n \n \n FEBRUARY 7–8 | CHARITON CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCH\n \n REGISTER FOR CHARITON URL:https://bciowa.org/event/435-network-mens-conference-in-ankeny-jan-24-25/ LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Ankeny-435-Mens-Conference.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20241115T230639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T231019Z UID:21789-1738951200-1739026800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:22Long Men’s Conference in Chariton – Feb 7 & 8 DESCRIPTION:THRIVE • Abundant Life in 3D\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. All BCI churches are invited to bring their men to participate in this encouraging and challenging event! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FEBRUARY 7–8 | 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 About the 22Long Men’s Conference\n\nGet ready for an epic gathering of like-minded men at the 22Long Men’s Conference! Join us on Friday\, February 7\, 2025 at 5:00pm to Saturday\, February 8 at 3:00pm for an event that will leave you inspired and empowered. \nThis in-person conference is designed to help men from all walks of life come together\, share experiences\, learn from each other and most importantly hear from God’s Word. Whether you’re a young professional\, a seasoned entrepreneur\, or simply looking for personal growth\, this event is for you. \nWith a lineup of captivating speakers\, engaging breakouts\, and networking opportunities\, the 22Long Men’s Conference promises to be an unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and join us for the 22Long Men’s Conference! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT LOCATION?\n \n \n \n JANUARY 24–25 | ANKENY FIRST FAMILY CHURCH\n \n VIEW ANKENY EVENT URL:https://bciowa.org/event/22long-mens-conference-in-chariton-2024/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Community Church\, 120 Northwestern AVE\, Chariton\, IA\, 50049\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025MEN-Title-Date-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Miller":MAILTO:paul@3cslife.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250127T171827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T194716Z UID:21994-1739451600-1739451600@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Small Church USA – Zoom on February 13th DESCRIPTION:Small Church USA – Zoom for BCI Pastors\n\nThursday\, February 13th • 2:00pm–3:00pm \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for an informational Zoom call with Terry Thompson\, founder of Small Church USA\, on Thursday\, February 13\, at 2:00 PM. Terry will share details about Small Church USA’s Healthy Church Revitalization Cohorts\, a 12-month program designed to help pastors and their leadership teams evaluate and strengthen their church’s health in five key areas. \nEach cohort includes: \n\nMonthly video conference sessions with 4-6 pastors.\nAssigned reading and monthly homework.\nPersonalized coaching\, including a BCI cohort led by Eric Schumacher.\nPotential for an in-person retreat in Iowa.\n\nScholarships are available through BCI to make participation affordable. \nTo learn more\, join the Zoom call! RSVP by emailing Eric Schumacher using the form below\, and we’ll send you the call link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Email Eric Schumacher for Zoom Link\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First & Last Name\n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n Phone Number\n \n \n \n \n Church Name & City\n \n \n \n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 + 7 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/small-church-usa-zoom-on-february-13th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Small-Church-USA-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T143000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250313T220358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T163136Z UID:22149-1742630400-1742653800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Illinois DR Training – March 22 DESCRIPTION:Illinois Disaster Relief Training – March 22nd\nInterested in serving through Iowa Disaster Relief? Get trained! Iowa DR Badge holders are invited to join an upcoming training event through Illinois DR! (NOTE: This training will not offer DR101 which is required for these additional trainings. This training is for anyone who needs to “recertify” their DR badge or anyone who has completed DR101 and is seeking addditional training.)\n• When: Saturday\, March 22nd • 8:00am–2:30pm • Where: Canton\, Illinois (Near the Quad Cities)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This is a one day training event in various DR fields. DR 101 must be completed prior to participation in specialized trainings. \nTRAININGS OFFERED\n• Childcare (9:30am-12:15pm)• Chainsaw (All Day)• Flood Recovery• Feeding• Resiliency: Understanding People and Situations• Shower & Laundry \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now at Illinois DR Website\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Where: Canton\, Illinois\nTemple Baptist Church 10 Van Dyke Drive Canton\, IL 61520 \nCost: Free with Active Iowa DR Badge (Lunch provided)\nAnyone with an Iowa DR Badge can take this training for free. If you have an expired badge\, cost is $50.00. Lunch will be provided. \n \n Register Now at Illinois DR Website\n \n Iowadr donation page URL:https://bciowa.org/event/illinois-dr-training-march-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IllinoisDR-Training-2025-03.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gared Shaffer":MAILTO:iowadr@bciowa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250225T222931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T170653Z UID:22088-1743503400-1743512400@bciowa.org SUMMARY:NAMB EV Training – April 1 DESCRIPTION:NAMB Evangelism Training April 1st • 10:30am-1:00pmFirst Family Church\, Ankeny\n \n \n \n Date: Tuesday\, April 1st\, 2025 Time: 10:30am – 1:30pm Location: First Family Church 317 Southeast Magazine Road • Ankeny\, IA 50021 Includes a catered hot meal\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Build a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church\nJoin the North American Mission Board for a free Evangelism Training designed to help you and your leadership team foster a culture of evangelism in your church. This practical\, hands-on training will equip you with strategies to make gospel-sharing the heartbeat of your congregation. URL:https://bciowa.org/event/namb-evangelism-training-april-1/ LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NAMB-EV-Training-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250307T220638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T161533Z UID:22098-1743703200-1743708600@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Love INC Vision Event – April 3 DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Love INC Des Moines Community Vision Gathering!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Thursday\, April 3rd\, 2025 Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm Location: Park Church 1701 E 33rd St • Des Moines\, IA 50317 (Grandview Christian School)\nFor decades\, many of our BCI churches have been deeply involved with the Friendship Center\, a ministry started by the Baptist Convention of Iowa in 1982. Now\, we invite you to hear about the exciting new direction for this vital ministry. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Helping Churches Help People\nThe Friendship Center has recently cast a new vision as an affiliate of Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC). As we launch this strategic new ministry\, we hope your church will continue to be involved in serving our neighbors in need. \nJoin us for an inspiring evening to learn about the Mission\, Strategy\, and Vision of Love INC Des Moines and how we can transform lives in the name of Christ. Our Vision Gathering will feature a special presentation from Dan Walker of Love INC National. \nWe look forward to sharing this journey with you! \n \n \n \n (RSVP is not required but we’d love to know if you can make it. Sign up to receive a reminder the week before the event!) \n \n \n \n \n Let Us Know You Are Coming!\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 6 + 2 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/vision-event-friendship-center-is-now-love-inc-des-moines/ LOCATION:Park Church\, 1701 E 33rd St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50317\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LoveINC-Vision-Event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250317T163241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T195315Z UID:22163-1744380000-1744466400@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Iowa WMU Retreat – April 11-12 DESCRIPTION:Iowa Women’s RefresHER Retreat – April 11th-12th\n\nDATE: Friday\, April 11th – Saturday\, April 12th WHERE: Wildwood Hills Ranch (2552 Union Lane\, St. Charles\, IA 50240) WHO: For Women & Teenage Girls COST: $70 includes meals & lodging ($50 for Teens)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Retreat Flyer\n \n Info Sheet\n \n Registration Form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 11\, 2025      – Come as early as 2:00pm to explore the camp      – Retreat begins at 6:00pm with dinner \nSaturday\, April 12\, 2025      – Starts at 9:00am and ends at 2:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n A Weekend of Fellowship\, Renewal\, & Spiritual Growth\nIowa Women’s RefresHER Retreat: Joy In the Journey\nJoin us for the Iowa Women’s RefresHER Retreat: “Joy In the Journey” on April 11-12\, 2025\, at Wildwood Hills Ranch in St. Charles\, IA. Experience a weekend of fellowship and renewal in a picturesque setting. Activities include a campfire with s’mores\, scenic hikes\, and optional trail rides. Engage in meaningful sessions focused on spiritual growth and personal reflection\, alongside a special ministry project benefiting summer campers. Support student mission trips at our Missions Market. \nRegistration covers meals and lodging: $70\, with a discounted rate of $50 for teens. Don’t miss out—register by March 28! For more details or to register\, contact Joni Wilkinson at iowawmu@gmail.com or Deb Speas at deb.iowawmu@gmail.com\, or call (515) 979-5414 or (515) 210-0348. URL:https://bciowa.org/event/iowa-wmu-retreat-april-11-12/ LOCATION:Wildwood Hills Ranch\, 2552 Union Lane\, St. Charles\, IA\, 50240\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Iowa-WMU-Retreat-2025-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joni Wilkinson":MAILTO:iowawmu@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T124500 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250418T210529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T161815Z UID:22258-1747742400-1747745100@bciowa.org SUMMARY:BCI Webinar: How to Start a Christian School DESCRIPTION:BCI Webinar: How to Start a Christian School in Iowa\n\nWHEN: Tuesday\, May 20th\, 12:00pm-12:45pm WHERE: Online Webinar COST: FREE\n\n \n Join Zoom Meeting on May 20th\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n IACS Website\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Considering Starting a Christian School?\nHave you ever thought about what it would take to start a Christian school? What kind of ministry impact could your church have by partnering with families in Christian education? \nJoin BCI Executive Director Tim Lubinus for this free webinar is exclusively for BCI churches and pastors and featuring guest presenter Josh Bowar\, Outreach Director for the Iowa Association of Christian Schools (IACS). Together\, they’ll guide you through key questions and opportunities related to starting a Christian school in your community. \nThis 45-minute webinar will cover:\n• Why now is a strategic time for Christian education in Iowa • What ministry opportunities exist for churches and schools to work together • What supports and resources are available for churches starting new schools • What’s already happening in Iowa and how your church could get involved • How to take first steps—without any pressure or obligation \nFor BCI Pastors and Church Leaders\nThis webinar is all about learning. Whether you’re curious\, seriously considering\, or just want to understand more about Christian education in Iowa\, we’d love to have you join us. Questions? Contact us at office@bciowa.org. \n \n \n \n \n EMAIL TO LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First & Last 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 + 2 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/webinar-how-to-start-a-christian-school/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IACS-Webinar-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250210T171405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T145436Z UID:22040-1748628000-1748721600@bciowa.org SUMMARY:2025 Pastor Fellowship Dinners DESCRIPTION:2025 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 Saturday\, May 31 – Red Oak\nWhen: Saturday\, May 31st • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Red Oak\, IA (Location TBD) \nRegister By: Friday\, May 23rd \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\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 3 + 11 = \n \n \n Submit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Completed Events\n \n \n \n Tuesday\, April 1 – Cedar Falls\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 1st • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Candeo Church • 1405 Greenhill Rd. Cedar Falls\, IA 50613 \nRegister By: Tuesday\, March 18th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, April 4 – Davenport\nWhen: Friday\, April 4th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Coram Deo Bible Church • 3800 E 53rd St\, Davenport\, IA 52807 \nRegister By: Friday\, March 28th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, April 29 – Cedar Rapids\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 29th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Northbrook Baptist • 1700 Boyson Rd NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA 52402 \nRegister By: Tuesday\, April 22nd \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, May 9 – Des Moines (East)\nWhen: Friday\, May 9th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: LifeChange Church • 4530 E. 46th St\, Des Moines\, IA 50317 \nRegister By: Friday\, May 2nd \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday\, May 19 – Des Moines (West)\nWhen: Monday\, May 19th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Restoration Church • 29147 Prospect Circle\, Adel\, IA 50003 \nRegister By: Monday\, May 12th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, May 20 – Ames\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 20th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Stonebrook Community • 3611 Eisenhower Avenue\, Ames\, IA 50010 \nRegister By: Monday\, May 12th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, May 30 – Sioux City\nWhen: Friday\, May 30th • 6:00pm-8:00pm Where: Southern Hills Baptist • 4301 Old Lakeport Rd\, Sioux City\, IA 51106 \nRegister By: Friday\, May 23rd URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2025-pastor-fellowship-dinners/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025PFD-Title-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250519T161909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T161910Z UID:22322-1748682000-1748703600@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Iowa Disaster Relief Training – May 31st DESCRIPTION:Iowa Disaster Relief Training\nInterested in serving with Iowa Disaster Relief? BCI church members are invited to join our Disaster Relief training event in Chariton.\n– Date: Saturday\, May 31st – Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm – Host: Cornerstone Community Church • Chariton\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are excited about our upcoming trainings on Saturday\, May 31st that will be hosted by Cornerstone Community Church in Chariton. This is for disaster relief training for new or returning volunteers. 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 LOCATION:\nCornerstone Community Church120 Northwestern Ave.Chariton\, IA 50049 \n  \nSCHEDULE:\n\n9:00am – Welcome & Announcements\n9:15am – DR 101\n10:15am – Break\n10:30am – Training Session 1: Mass Feeding OR Flood Recovery\n12:30pm – Lunch\n1:00pm – Training Session 2: Shower/Laundry OR Chainsaw\n3:00pm – End\n\n \n \n \n REGISTRATION INFORMATION:\nRegister now using the online form. \nCost for new volunteers 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-may-31st/ LOCATION:Cornerstone Community Church\, 120 Northwestern AVE\, Chariton\, IA\, 50049\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IowaDR-Training-2025-05-31.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gared Shaffer":MAILTO:iowadr@bciowa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250716T204945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T210811Z UID:22552-1754121600-1754132400@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Training – Sexual Abuse Prevention – August 2nd DESCRIPTION:Kids & Youth Volunteer Training – Sexual Abuse Prevention\n• Saturday\, August 2nd • 8:00am-11:00am • First Family Church\, Ankeny\nFirst Family Church in Ankeny is inviting BCI church leaders to participate in a Sexual Abuse Prevention training for volunteers. The event is free\, but registration is required.\n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The main session will feature a large-group presentation from guest speaker Jon Nelson\, who served on the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force. He will address how to prevent sexual abuse in the church\, why this conversation is essential\, and offer practical steps churches can take to identify potential risks and protect the vulnerable. This training is primarily for First Family’s Next Gen Volunteers but is open to anyone from a BCI church: ministry leaders\, volunteer coordinators\, or those serving in Kids or Youth Ministry. \nThis could be a helpful opportunity for your team to discuss protecting kids and youth and determining some next steps and potential implementation in your own context. \nRegister through the First Family Church Center (requires creating user profile). URL:https://bciowa.org/event/volunteer-training-sexual-abuse-prevention-august-2nd/ LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FFC-Vol-Training-Sexual-Abuse-Web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250818T181612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T184156Z UID:22651-1756299600-1756303200@bciowa.org SUMMARY:"Mission Building Seminar" Zoom from Small Church USA DESCRIPTION:“Mission Building Seminar” – Small Church USA\n\nWednesday\, August 27th • 1:00pm–2:00pm \nOnline Via Zoom (Email for Link)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for an informational Zoom call with Mike Vauters\, Vice President of Pastoral Development of Small Church USA\, on Wednesday\, August 27\, at 1:00pm-2:00pm. This seminar will contain a general overview of mission statement\, but will zero in on integrating your mission statement into your ministry\, and ways to measure your mission. If you think this will be helpful to you\, schedule it\, jump on\, and come along for the ride. \nTo learn more\, join the Zoom call! RSVP by emailing Ben Bradley using the form below\, and we’ll send you the call link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Email Ben Bradley for Zoom Link\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First & Last Name\n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n Phone Number\n \n \n \n \n Church Name & City\n \n \n \n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8 + 4 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/mission-building-seminar-zoom-from-small-church-usa/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Small-Church-USA-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250522T175229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T132001Z UID:22350-1757664000-1757682000@bciowa.org SUMMARY:2025 Preaching Workshop – September 12th DESCRIPTION:Preaching Workshop\n\nDATE: Friday\, September 12th 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 Pastor’s Greatest Leadership Tool”\nWe’re thrilled to announce an upcoming workshop dedicated to the art of preaching! BCI’s Preaching Workshop is a one-day event on Friday\, September 12th. 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 About Our Speaker\nRuss Barksdale\, – Founder\, Next Level Leadership\nRuss has been active in ministry for over 50 years\, first as a layman at FBC Houston and then on staff at churches in Albuquerque\, NM and Jackson\, MS. He pastored FBC Carthage\, MS for 5 years and retired in 2019 after 25 years as Lead Pastor of the five-campus Rush Creek Church in Arlington. Russ has been an adjunct professor at Southwestern Seminary\, Liberty Seminary\, and Dallas Baptist University. He is the founder of Next Level Leadership\, a coaching and consulting ministry to pastors\, planters\, and churches for over a decade. He brings a wealth of experience and encouragement to church leaders and is a consultant for the SBTC and NAMB. \n \n \n \n \n \n "Next Level Leadership" Website\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Full Bio\n Russ was born and raised in Tulsa\, Oklahoma. He graduated from The University of Oklahoma with a B.B.A.\, working in the oil industry beginning in 1972.  Active in ministry as a layman at Houston’s First Baptist\, God called him and his wife\, Sue\, into career ministry in 1981. He served on staff at Hoffmantown B.C.\, Albuquerque\, N.M. and FBC\, Jackson\, MS from 1984-89.  His first pastorate was at FBC\, Carthage\, MS from 1989-94.  While in Mississippi\, Russ graduated from New Orleans Seminary with an M.Div. and a Ph.D. (homiletics) before moving to Arlington\, TX as pastor of Rush Creek Church in 1994. Under his leadership\, Rush Creek grew from one campus of 250 to 6 campuses of over 4\,500 in attendance. He retired in October\, 2019 after 25 years as Lead Pastor.  \nRuss and Sue\, married in 1981\, have three children\, who are all married to godly spouses—and 10 grandchildren!  Sue has authored and published 3 children’s books that have helped and encouraged parents teach their children about Jesus\, Christmas\, and prayer. Russ has authored 2 books on spiritual formation and writes daily devotionals from the Bible and a weekly blog on social issues that intersect with the Imago Dei. \nRuss has been an adjunct professor at Southwestern Seminary\, Liberty Seminary\, and Dallas Baptist University.  He is the founder of Next Level Leadership\, a coaching and consulting ministry to pastors and churches. \nHe has served on various boards at the association and state level including personnel committee for the Tarrant Baptist Association\, Resolutions Committee for the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention\, Chairman of Trustees for the Southern Baptist of Texas Foundation. He also works with SEND Texas church planters. \n \n \n REGISTER NOW URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2025-preaching-workshop-september-12th/ LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2024PREACH-Title.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250623T171222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T165401Z UID:22451-1758016800-1758034800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Pastoral Succession Workshop – September 16th DESCRIPTION:Pastoral Succession Workshop\n\nDATE & TIME: Tuesday\, September 16th • 10:00am-3:00pm LOCATION: First Family Church (317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny) COST: Free for BCI Pastors\, Elders\, & Elder Candidates (includes materials & lunch)\n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Passing the Baton of Shepherding in Your Church\nWhat does a healthy pastoral transition look like? How do you prepare your church\, your successor\, and yourself? Join us for a one-day workshop designed for BCI pastors who are beginning to think about succession planning\, whether it’s five years away or just around the corner. \nThis event will provide the opportunity for reflection\, shared wisdom\, and gospel-centered guidance. We’ll hear from Iowa pastors who have walked through succession already. They’ll share what worked\, what didn’t\, and what they wish they had known. Come ready to learn\, ask questions\, and connect with others navigating through this same season. \nWhether you’re just beginning to think about retirement or already making plans\, this workshop is for you. Registration is now open. Mark your calendar and make plans to join us! \n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION CONTENT\n•   Session 1: Succession Timeline & Tools •   Session 2: A Succession Testimony: Stonebrook Church •   Session 3: Succession and the Gospel •   Session 4:  Succession Case Studies: You!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Succession Testimony: Stonebrook Church\, Ames\nAt Stonebrook Church in Ames\, pastoral succession has been a story of God’s faithfulness. Former Lead Pastor Brad Barrett and the rest of the pastor team recognized the character and gifting of one of the younger pastors\, Matt Heerema. The team developed a succession process to transition the Lead Pastor role to Matt. Brad continues to serve as a pastor on the pastor team alongside Matt\, offering a testimony of how healthy succession can strengthen both leaders and the church. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PASTOR BRAD BARRETT Preaching & Counseling\nBrad has a passion for teaching the Bible and making it relevant to everyday life\, whether in large groups\, small group Bible studies\, or one-on-one counseling\, and he is certified as a biblical counselor through the ministry\, Association of Certified Biblical Counselors. \nA few authors who have influenced him over the years are J.I. Packer (his book\, Knowing God)\, Edward Welch (several books\, including When People Are Big and God Is Small)\, and C.S. Lewis (especially the classic Chronicles of Narnia series). Brad and his wife Annette are both Iowa-born-and-raised\, and they have four married daughters and six grandchildren who provide him “more joy than a human should be allowed to have.” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PASTOR MATT HEEREMAPreaching\, Vision\, & Strategic Leadership\n\nMatt serves as lead pastor focusing on preaching\, vision\, and strategic leadership. He and his wife Nancy have four daughters. Matt came to Christ at a young age through the Awana program at an E-Free church. After a period of wandering in high school and early college\, he became serious about his faith in college in 1999 at age 20. The call to ministry came shortly after. \nThough Matt has been studying God’s word and the great theologians and scholars since that time\, he is only just now pursuing a formal degree through Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also owns and directs Mere Agency whose goal is to help the church use the web to impact the world with the gospel. URL:https://bciowa.org/event/pastoral-succession-workshop-september-16th/ LOCATION:First Family Church Ankeny\, 317 SE Magazine Rd\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50021\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Pastoral-Succession-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250611T152545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T152545Z UID:22395-1759161600-1759251600@bciowa.org SUMMARY:2025 "For The Church" Conference – MBTS DESCRIPTION:2025 “For The Church” Conference at MBTS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 29th – September 30thMidwestern Baptist Theological SeminaryKansas City\, MOCost: $85\n \n \n \n One day\, the kingdoms of this world will become the Kingdom of our Lord. Until then\, pastors and ministry leaders are to minister by faith\, drawing strength from His promises and persevering for the joy set before them. \nThis year’s For the Church National Conference at Midwestern Seminary calls ministry leaders to live and labor in light of eternity. We invite you to join us in Kansas City on September 29-30 as we fix our eyes on the coming Kingdom of Christ who has called us to His eternal glory. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW URL:https://bciowa.org/event/2025-for-the-church-conference-mbts/ LOCATION:Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, 5001 North Oak Trafficway\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64118\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/MBTS-2025-FTC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250922T160116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T222252Z UID:22767-1759924800-1759928400@bciowa.org SUMMARY:BCI Webinar: How to Start a Christian School – October 8th DESCRIPTION:BCI Webinar: How to Start a Christian School in Iowa\n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, October 8th\, 12:00pm-12:45pm WHERE: Online Webinar COST: FREE\n\n \n Join Zoom Meeting on October 8th\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n IACS Website\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Considering Starting a Christian School?\nHave you ever thought about starting a Christian school? What opportunities for ministry exist with churches and schools working together? \nTim Lubinus\, BCI Executive Director\, Josh Bowar\, Outreach Director of the Iowa Association of Christian Schools\, and Thomas Lambert\, superintendent of Enlightium Academy. Together\, they’ll guide you through key questions and opportunities related to starting a Christian school in your community. \nJoin the Christian Education Revolution!\nIowa is experiencing a Christian education revolution\, and now is a great time for churches\, church leaders\, groups of parents\, and others to consider starting schools. Join this webinar to learn more about the supports in place to start a new school\, the need in Iowa\, the important ministry impact that churches and schools can have together\, and what has already been happening across the state. This webinar is all about learning with no pressure! \nFor BCI Pastors and Church Leaders\nWhether you’re curious\, seriously considering\, or just want to understand more about Christian education in Iowa\, we’d love to have you join us. Questions? Contact us at office@bciowa.org. \n \n \n \n \n EMAIL TO LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First & Last 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 3 + 14 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/bci-webinar-how-to-start-a-christian-school-october-8th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IACS-Webinar-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T060242 CREATED:20250225T215945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T202424Z UID:22082-1760009400-1760014800@bciowa.org SUMMARY:Youth Worker Luncheon – Thursday\, October 9th DESCRIPTION:Area-Wide Youth Worker Gathering – October 9th\n\n• When: Thursday\, October 9th  •  11:30am–1:00pm • Where: Freedom For Youth Ministries (2301 Hickman Rd. Des Moines\, 50310 / Worship Center\, Main Building) • Cost: Free for any youth worker (Includes Lunch) • Host: Jonathan Meyer • Guest Speaker: Dr. Heidi Warner • Topic: Emotionally Healthy Youth Workers (Maintaining Balance & Assessing Long Term Physical & Spiritual Health in Youth Ministry) • Who Is This For?: Any Part-time\, Full-time or Volunteer Youth Workers • Special Gifts & Resources for Summer Ministry Provided • To RSVP: Email Jonathan Meyer at jmeyer@gracehome.com\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. \nThere is no cost and lunch is provided. \nBONUS GIFT: Register early for our Luncheon to secure your FREE copy of The Emotionally Healthy Leader by Peter Scazzero. \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 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 7 + 7 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://bciowa.org/event/youth-worker-luncheon-thursday-october-9th/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bciowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Youth-Worker-Luncheon-NO-DATE.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Meyer":MAILTO:jmeyer@gracehome.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR