Seven reasons why we should not abandon the term “Church Member”
By Thom S. Rainer Two years ago I released a book called I Am a Church Member. I’ve been blown away with the response; sales are about to reach one million books. One of the more frequent question readers have asked me is: “Do you think the term ‘church member’ is...
Tithing is Not Taboo: Generosity is Better Than Greed
By Ronnie Floyd Tithing is the spiritual practice of honoring God by giving the first tenth of your entire income to your local church. Tithing is not taboo, meaning it is not banned, prohibited, or forbidden. Your church may not emphasize the importance of tithing...
October brings pastor appreciation opportunities for churches
By Joe Conway ALPHARETTA, Ga.— Imagine if pastors received the same support and accolades reserved for college football coaches. When was the last time you heard a university administration remind its alumni to pamper the head man who walks the Saturday...
Partnering with state conventions
by Jason Allen I had the privilege of meeting with executive directors of the Baptist state conventions in the Midwest earlier this year. I presented on how, together, we might best serve the churches in our region. We enjoyed a robust dialog after my presentation...
IMB’s Platt sends open letter to SBC family
by IMB Staff International Mission Board President David Platt released an open letter to Southern Baptists Friday (Sept. 4), related to the organization’s financial plan announced Aug. 27. In the letter, Platt addresses several concerns and criticisms raised related...
Register Messengers Online for the BCI Annual Meeting
Registration is now open for messengers to the 2016 Baptist Convention of Iowa Annual Meeting. All voting messengers must be registered, and you can save yourself and us a bunch of time if you register online. Online Registration closes at midnight on November 1....
Nine Essentials for Guest-friendly Church Bulletins
By Thom S. Rainer In many circles, the church bulletin or worship folder is perceived to be old school, the tool of staid and traditional churches. Leaders with such a perspective are missing an incredible opportunity to put something in the hands of guests that, at...
See you in St Louis for the 2016 Southern Baptist Convention
2016 SBC Annual Meeting June 14-15 St. Louis, Missouri Mark your calendars to attend the 2016 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in our neighboring state of Missouri. With the Annual Meeting happening just next door it will be easier than ever to attend!
Kicking off a new school year – The Salt Company Cedar Valley
The Salt Company in Cedar Valley kicked off a new school year with two great events. Freshmen Kickoff 236 people attended an amazing night of ministry at our Freshmen Kickoff. The focus of this event is to welcome new freshmen students to UNI and help them find an...
Metro Missions Conference Hosts 14 Missionaries
by John Shaull, BCI Pastor / Church Support Staff Over 70 people joined together on Saturday, September 12th at New Bridge Church in Winterset to hear 14 current or former North American Mission Board or International Mission Board missionaries. Nations and ministries...
