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Letter from the New NAB Executive Director
My 13-month-old grandson is constantly discovering new things. I have enjoyed seeing the wonder and amazement, fear and trepidation in his eyes as he experiences the new things that life gives him the chance to do. In these last few days, I have had the privilege of beginning my role as Executive Director of the North American Baptist Conference.
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Triennial registration is open! Taking place in living rooms, churches, and backyards across the globe July 9–11, the first ever all-virtual Triennial includes general sessions led by Efrem Smith, Julie Canlis, and James Choung.
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In 2019, the Mission Advisory Team (MAT) was meeting with Kerry Bender, VP of International Missions. Tanya Gericke, one of the MAT members, spoke with excitement about Jason and Erin Bergman and the potential of them being called as the newest missionary team members at Camp Falcon Rock in Romania. One of the challenges, however, would be the educational needs of their four young children.
Continue ReadingAnnouncement: Newly Appointed NAB Executive Director
It is our great joy to announce to you that the Governing Board, having received the recommendation from the Search Committee, has appointed Dr. Harry Kelm to the position of Executive Director of the North American Baptist Conference. This announcement comes after eleven months of activity by the Governing Board, Transition Team, and Search Committee following the resignation of Dr. Dan Hamil on March 23, 2020.
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This past week I was informed by Calvin Hohn, our NAB field director in Cameroon, and Kristi TenClay, the director of the Rain Forest International School in Yaoundé, Cameroon, of an armed robbery at the school.
Continue ReadingRacial Reconciliation Sunday, February 14
Last week, we let you know about Racial Reconciliation Sunday, which is taking place on February 14. One of the best ways of participating in this day is by taking time to listen to others with different backgrounds. Wayne Stapleton, VP of Cross-Cultural Engagement, shares the importance of listening in showing love.
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About nine years ago, our church restart established a countywide chapter of faith communities who support and promote foster care. During one of the meetings, a passionate advocate for foster care was mentioned. She was one of my high school classmates…
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The Japanese have a process in which cracked pottery is repaired by inserting gold in the cracks. This process is called kintsugi and is built on the idea that in embracing flaws and imperfections stronger and more beautiful pieces of art can be created.
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