2024 Highlights
2024 Highlights & Resources for Pastors & Church Leaders Celebrate the victories and discover the tools to strengthen your ministry. As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the ways God has worked through our churches and leaders...
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Ed Gregory
Celebration of Life Service We invite all who were touched by Ed’s life and ministry to join us. Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 Location: Immanuel Baptist Church, Cedar Rapids (1900 F Ave NW) Visitation: 10:00am to 12:00pm Service: 12:00pm, followed by a meal It is...
Submit your 2024 Annual Church Profile
The 2024 ACP Form Has Been Mailed to Your Church! Now is the time to submit your information for your 2024 Annual Church Profile (ACP). ACP Forms have been mailed to all BCI churches. Take the time to complete the mailed form in print format, or complete the form...
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Simeon’s story reminds us where true hope is found—in Christ. by Eric Schumacher, BCI Pastoral Ministry DirectorDecember 31 is a day for looking. Looking back at what the last year was. Looking forward to what the new year will be. For some, such looking produces...
Molly Wierck – Thank You for Your Service!
After two years of faithful service, Molly Wierck will be transitioning out of her role as Administrative Assistant at the end of 2024. Molly joined the BCI staff in early 2023 and has been responsible for a wide range of tasks, including coordinating BCI events,...
IMB: Strengthen Your Church’s Global Mission in 2025
Access New Tools and Training from the International Mission BoardOur churches are passionate about making an impact in international missions, but it’s not always easy to do from Iowa. The International Mission Board (IMB) is our top partner, equipping every BCI...
Daniel Project Trip Report: Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan
BCI Team Visits Central Asia to Advance Daniel Project Partnerships From November 17th to 27th, a team from the Baptist Convention of Iowa (BCI) traveled to Central Asia to deepen relationships and advance partnerships through the Daniel Project. These development...
Pastor Marriage Retreats: Strengthen Your Marriage in 2025
Marriage Adventure Retreats for BCI Pastors & Wives This past October, six BCI pastor-wife couples gathered with Eric and Jenny Schumacher for a meaningful marriage retreat hosted by Developing Great Relationships in Pella, Iowa. From Friday evening to Saturday...
Recommended Reading for First (and 60th) Year Pastors
Recommended Reading for First (and 60th) Year Pastors by Eric Schumacher, BCI Pastoral Ministry Director Recently, a brother asked my recommendation on what to read in his first year as a pastor. I thought it was a great question. So, I extended the question to some...
VIDEO: Ed Gregory • Closing Remarks
Watch a video replay of Ed Gregory’s powerful closing address from the 2024 BCI Annual Meeting, celebrating 58 years of faithful ministry. We recently celebrated 10 years of service from BCI Pastoral Ministry Team member, Ed Gregory. This is actually the second time...
