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Dear Fathers, Today, we want to thank you for your love, guidance, support, encouragement, inspiration, and prayers. We thank you for putting us first and always giving us your best. Your love and commitment serve as a guiding light, shaping the next generation and leaving a lasting legacy. We are grateful for fathers and father […]

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  KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 6/7/25)—The American Baptist Churches USA joins with countless partners, colleagues, and family to celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Trinette V. McCray, who died on May 29, 2025. A visionary leader, preacher, educator, and advocate, Dr. McCray was a trailblazer whose faithful service transformed lives […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 6/5/25)—American Baptist Churches USA is pleased to announce the availability of Clergy Disaster Relief Grants. These grants are designed to provide pastoral support during times of crisis caused by natural or human-made disasters. The purpose of this grant is to assist clergy who have experienced personal hardship as a result […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 5/22/25)—American Baptist Women’s Ministries (ABWM) is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new website, now live to better serve women of faith across the nation. Designed with the community in mind, the new platform provides an enhanced user experience, empowering visitors to engage with faith-based resources and deepen their […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 5/21/25)—The Region Board of Mission Northwest joyfully announces the calling of Rev. Corey Laughary as the next Executive Minister of Mission Northwest. Following a year-long, Spirit-led discernment process, the board unanimously confirmed Rev. Laughary’s call during its regular meeting on May 13, 2025. He will officially begin serving in this […]

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Rev. Dr. Gina C. Jacobs-Strain, General Secretary of American Baptist Churches USA A Mother’s Love is Endless… As we celebrate Mother’s Day today, I invite each of us to pause and truly reflect on a Mother’s love. Mothers carry within them a divine reflection of God’s own love. What many call “a mother’s intuition” is […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 5/6/25)—The American Baptist Churches USA joins in celebration with the American Baptist Churches of New York State (ABCNYS) as Rev. Jerrod H. Hugenot has been called to serve as the region’s next Executive Minister. His call was affirmed by the ABCNYS Board of Mission at a special meeting held on […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 4/24/25)—International Ministries (IM) is pleased to announce that Dr. Rebecca (Becky) Shenton has been named Area Director for East and South Asia. Her appointment is the culmination of a months-long global search for a successor to Rev. Benjamin Chan, who retired at the end of August 2024 after serving 32 […]

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Because He Lives… The Easter Sunday Message from                                                                                                […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 4/11/25)—International Ministries (IM) is pleased to announce the new Chief Advancement Officer Hector Garcia and the creation of three new donor societies in addition to the Luther Rice Society. IM Chief Advancement Officer Hector Garcia brings over 30 years of nonprofit management experience and strategic thinking to International Ministries, including […]

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The documents below are related to the Business Meeting at the 2025 Biennial Mission Summit event. The Business Meeting will be held at 10:00 AM on Sunday, July 6, 2025. The full Biennial Mission Summit dates are July 3-6, 2025. Call to Meeting – Delegates of Biennial Meeting Call to Meeting – Board of General […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 4/1/25)—International Ministries has sent an initial grant of $10,000 in One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) emergency relief to partners who are providing humanitarian relief to the victims of the earthquake that caused widespread devastation in central Myanmar on Friday, March 28, 2025. The first earthquake, with a magnitude of […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 4/1/25)—American Baptist Churches USA announces Engage 2025: an opportunity for pastors, church leaders, seminarians, chaplains, and specialized ministers new to American Baptist Churches USA to come together at the 2025 Biennial Mission Summit, July 3-6, 2025 at the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska. The purpose of the event is […]

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NEW YORK, NY (ABNS 3/27/25)—The Board of Managers of the Ministers and Missionaries Benefit Board (MMBB) of the American Baptist Churches is currently conducting a search for the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organization. Highlights from the detailed position specifications for the CEO search include: Position Summary: The CEO of The Ministers and Missionaries […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 3/18/25)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has mobilized a One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) appeal to aid the Rainy Mountain Kiowa Indian Baptist Church congregation and community in Southwest Oklahoma. On March 14, when high winds downed a power pole, sparking flames that rapidly fanned into a roaring wildfire, […]

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The recording below is of the Time of Prayer and Reflection which took place on Friday, February 7.      26 If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.           1 Corinthians 12:26 (NIV) The February 7, 2025 Call to […]

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 A Lenten Reflection: Seeking Living Water from                                                                                                  […]

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 3/4/25)—American Baptist Churches USA is thrilled to announce that Dr. Raimundo Barreto has been named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Luke Mowbray Ecumenical Award! This esteemed award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to ecumenical work, fostering Christian unity at the local, state, national, or international level. Rev. […]

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