October Newsletter

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View this email in your browser Mission Strategist Minute Who said we need to start from scratch? Ministering to Empty Nesters aligns with your existing resources, leadership, and budget. See how you can build upon what you already have to create an impactful ministry that resonates with the heart of your congregation. #ResourcefulMinistry (Read More) This groundbreaking approach, rooted in neuroscience and ancient disciple-making principles, seeks to encourage an environment in every church where every member is empowered to feel confident in walking the path of disciple-making, regardless of education level.  Note:  This is not a program, it is a process approach to empowering everyday members to engage in disciple-making. Join us (limited space) for an immersive two-day workshop that promises not only to revitalize your approach to discipleship but also to activate people to a proactive movement beyond the four walls of the church. This event, a collaborative effort between the Northeast Florida Baptist Association and the Florida Baptist Convention, aims to pave the way for a more inclusive and empowering approach to discipleship. (Read More) Our Churches We aim to enhance excellence in all our connections and support. Therefore we need up-to-date contact information. Whether you are a staff member or a church member, please take a minute to fill out the following information and assist us by texting or forwarding this form to any additional staff. Thank you in advance for helping us better serve you in the future! We are thrilled to invite you to our forthcoming "Deacon on Purpose" conference, a special gathering aimed at nurturing and empowering the deacons in our family of churches across Northeast Florida. This transformative journey of service and support is tailored to resonate with the heart of our community, and it's led by the esteemed Shane Kendrix. (Read More) From Our Churches Oct 19th from 11 am - 2 pm, Job Fair at Cedar Bay Baptist Church Family Ministry Assistant position- First Baptist Fernandina Pecan Park Baptist Church is giving away an outdoor play area. If interested, please call the church at 904.748.1222. ____________________________________________________________________ October Birthdays 01  John Discus, student/missions pastor, Blackrock 04  Marvin Lee, pastor, Ephesus 11  Dylan Bailey, worship, Blackrock 15  Shireen Lowe, ministry assistant, Great Harvest Missionary 17  Chris Reinolds, AMS for Northeast Florida Baptist 24  Leah Futrill, ministry assistant, FB Callahan 25   Betty Sparkman, minister of music, Springhill 28   Casey Peters, ministry assistant, Yulee 30   Joe Giffin, pastor, Hollyford Brian Vigue, music minister, Legacy Mark Lang, associate pastor, Three Rivers Our Story Is your church having an event, mission trip, or ministry that you believe would benefit from the partnership or support of other churches? Please fill out this form to feature your activity in our monthly newsletter:  Partnership & Support Opportunity Form 10/01 5:00 pm Annual Meeting (Flyer)for the Northeast Florida Baptist Association - PreRegister 11/11 3-7 pm, Gobble, Wobble Youth event @TBD 11/16 10:30 am, Senior Adult Luncheon at Blackrock Baptist Church 11/22-11/23 NEFBA Office Closed for Thanksgiving Become a Partner Copyright (C) *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*. All rights reserved. *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|**|LIST:DESCRIPTION|**|END:IF|* Our mailing address is: *|IFNOT:ARCHIVE_PAGE|**|HTML:LIST_ADDRESS|**|END:IF|* Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe