In Memory – Pastor Lloyd Eaken
Remembering the Life & Ministry of Pastor Lloyd Eaken On July 1st, 2025, one of our own, Pastor Lloyd Eaken of Fairview Baptist Church in Anamosa, Iowa was called home to be with his Lord. Lloyd Eaken served as a pastor for more than 40 years. He retired from...
Science Camp Sparks Faith in Winterset
Where Science Meets Scripture – "Science Camp" at New Bridge Church, Winterset In place of a traditional VBS, New Bridge Church in Winterset has hosted a unique "Science Camp" for the past few summers, an outreach to all kids in the Winterset community. “We wanted to...
Survey: BCI Annual Meeting Breakout Topics
2025AM – Suggest a Topic for Breakouts! Each year, the BCI Ministry Conference brings church leaders from across Iowa together for a Friday filled with encouragement, connection, and practical training before our Annual Meeting. This year’s conference is on Friday,...
2025 Preaching Workshop – September 12th
Jeff Dodge Awarded MBTS Alumnus of the Year
Pastor Jeff Dodge Awarded 2025 Alumnus of the Year June 11th, 2025 • SBC Annual Meeting • Dallas Jeff Dodge, Teaching Pastor of Veritas Church in Iowa City was recently awarded the “Alumnus of the Year” award by Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (MBTS). Pastor...
2025 BCI Ministry Expansion Programs
"Multiplying Disciples, Churches, & Mission Together" – 2025 BCI Ministry Expansion Programs In 2025, the Baptist Convention of Iowa is launching three new ministry initiatives designed to multiply disciples, equip churches, and support new and future pastors....
Pray and Go – Effective Outreach at Corridor Church in Milford
How a young church is using prayer to reach a divided community Corridor Church, one of Iowa’s newest church plants, was launched just over a year ago in Milford, a unique community near Okoboji, one of the state’s most popular vacation destinations. While the...
6 Summer Possibilities for Your Youth Group
6 Summer Possibilities for Youth – Where Will You & Your Teens Serve this Summer? by Jonathan Meyer – Youth Pastor at Grace Church – Founder of Ignite Youth Leadership Conference – BCI Youth Ministry CoachTypically parents come to me and ask, “What camp do you...
New Send Network Director for Iowa
New Send Network Director for Iowa – Todd Stiles The North American Mission Board and Send Network are key partners in church planting across Iowa. We’re excited to share this update from the Send Network team about a new leadership role for one of our own—Pastor Todd...
Strengthening Global Partnerships in Europe
Strengthening Global Partnerships in Europe – Ministry Development Trip to Romania & Austria In early April, BCI Executive Director Tim Lubinus traveled to Europe to support and strengthen international partnerships vital to the gospel work of the Daniel Project....
