Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches
SMARBC Couples Retreat: Becoming One For The Master
Through Biblical Companionship, Communication, and Cooperation
Early Bird Registration Fee: $99.00
(Minimum Deposit of $40.00 must be postmarked by February 10.)
Later Registration Fee: $119.00
(Minimum Deposit of $40.00 must be postmarked by February 20.)
You can also download a PDF of the Volume 57 Number 6 November/December 2011 (PC: Right click / MAC: Control click on the link and choose “Save As”)The Baptist Testimony
Volume 57 Number 6 November/December 2011
The Word Has It
“Strengthen me according to Your word,” Psalm 119:28
Ken Floyd
MARBC Executive Director
“Amazing!”
In the last issue of the Baptist Testimony I chose the word “Grace” to head this column. I did so based upon the wonderful ways in which God has blessed the churches of the MARBC through shared ministry and in anticipation of His blessings in the fall season of ministry. The anticipated MARBC Conference also centered upon the theme of “grace.” [Read more...]
You can also download a PDF of the Volume 57 Number 6 November/December 2011 (PC: Right click / MAC: Control click on the link and choose “Save As”)From The Baptist Testimony – Volume 57 Number 6 November/December 2011
69th MARBC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The word “amazing” also appropriately expresses the response of those who recently attended the 69th Annual Conference of the MARBC held at Northeastern Baptist Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan on October 24-25. The theme of the conference was “Reflecting God’s Grace,” and the speakers who shared at the conference reminded those in attendance of the amazing nature of the grace of God. This grace enables the redeemed in Christ to overcome human barriers and prejudices and graciously extend themselves to every person regardless of background or ethnicity. [Read more...]
Ken has several open dates available in the second half of 2011. Contact Ken if you would like him to speak or minister in your church.
Nov. 6 Emmanuel Baptist Church, Flint
Nov. 13 Fellowship Baptist Church, East China, pastor’s installation service
Nov. 14-16 GARBC Council of 18 meetings, Schaumburg, IL
Nov. 20 North Park Baptist Church, Grand Rapids
Nov. 27 North Park Baptist Church, Grand Rapids
Dec. 2 UP pastors and wives Christmas dinner, L’Anse
Dec. 3-4 Ministry in the UP
Dec. 11 Mason Rd. Baptist Church, Fowlerville
Dec. 13 GRARBC Breakpoint meeting, West Cannon Baptist Church, Belmont
Dec. 20 Ensley Baptist Church, Sand Lake
Dec. 23-Jan. 4 MARBC Office closed, may you have a blessed Christmas season!
Contact Ken if you would like him to speak or minister in your church in 2012.
Please send all support checks, correspondence, church bulletins, newsletters and requests for speaking engagements using our contact information.
Michigan Association of Regular Baptist Churches
The past five years have been marked by intense spiritual pressure and economic challenge in the state where our Lord has strategically placed us as churches.
This intense spiritual pressure has served as a stark reminder that “we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” (Ephesians 6:12) The one who wrote these words couched them in the context of these statements: “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil… Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.” (Ephesians 6:10-11, 13). [Read more...]
South Baptist Church
4091 Van Slyke Rd.
Flint, MI 48507
Deadline for registration is March 1, 2012
The 2012 MARBC Talents for Christ competition will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at South Baptist Church in Flint.
Students may participate in either the Scholarship or Open Categories. Registration cost is $65 for the Scholarship Categories. Registration cost is $25 per individual category and $35 per group in the Open Categories.
Those desiring to compete in the Scholarship Category should register at the National TFC website where other information and cost details are shared. You may go to www.garbc.org/tfc for more information, downloadable materials, and scholarship details.
Registration deadline for the 2011 MARBC State Competition of Talents for Christ is March 1, 2012. Please make checks payable to Evangel Baptist Church and mail the registration to:
Michigan TFC
Evangel Baptist Church
16994 S. Telegraph Rd.
Taylor, MI 48180
MARB churches and young people are strongly encouraged to participate. The preparations for TFC will help develop godly discipline and character. The results of this preparation allow our youth to minister in meaningful ways in several settings. With the opportunities for scholarships from participating colleges in the Scholarship Division and scholarships for participating MARBC camps in the Open Division, there are also practical benefits for TFC participation.
For further information or questions regarding Talents for Christ, contact our Michigan coordinator, Pastor Ken Pyne – Email; 734.946.5680.
Click here to download a PDF file containing all of the Talents for Christ information.
Pastors, please pass this information to the appropriate ministry servants in your local church.
69th Annual MARBC Conference
“Testify to the gospel of the grace of God,” Acts 20:24
Northeastern Baptist Church, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Resources:
Executive Director 2011 Annual Report
The Pastor’s Salary
Conference Audio:
General Session
Super Seminars
General Session
Workshops Session 1
General Session
Workshops Session 2
General Session
You can also download a PDF of the Volume 57 Number 5 September/October 2011 (PC: Right click / MAC: Control click on the link and choose “Save As”)The Baptist Testimony
Volume 57 Number 5 September/October 2011
The Word Has It
“Strengthen me according to Your word,” Psalm 119:28
Ken Floyd
MARBC Executive Director
“Grace”
What a blessing it is with each issue of the Baptist Testimony to review the many reports of God’s grace demonstrated in and through the churches and servants of the MARBC. This issue is no exception. In fact, there is SO MUCH information in this particular issue that I could not include the column that I had prepared for this issue. However, I think that you will agree with me that sacrificing the space for my column is worth it as you read the many ways in which God is at work among us. The theme of “grace” is evident on every page. [Read more...]
You can also download a PDF of the Volume 57 Number 5 September/October 2011 (PC: Right click / MAC: Control click on the link and choose “Save As”)From The Baptist Testimony – Volume 57 Number 5 September/October 2011
ALLEGAN, First Baptist Church (Greg Carlson, Pastor) – First Baptist Church will celebrate its 170th Anniversary on Saturday-Sunday, September 24 and 25. The church invites you to join them during this special weekend to rejoice in God’s blessings upon its ministry. A special concert on September 24 at 6:30 PM with southern gospel quartet, Skylight, will be followed by an Ice Cream Social. Previous pastors will be the featured speakers on Sunday, September 25: Ray Mayhew at 9 AM; Jim Turner at 10:30 AM; and Clare Saliers at 6 PM. Former associate and youth pastors will also be in attendance. Dinner on the grounds will follow the morning services. The anniversary celebration will also feature photo displays of memories; a video trip down “Memory Lane,” reunion with dear friends, and a possible tour of the old church building downtown. A new history of the church will be given to each household represented. There will be other special features to enjoy during the weekend.
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You can also download a PDF of the Volume 57 Number 4 July/August 2011 (PC: Right click / MAC: Control click on the link and choose “Save As”)The Baptist Testimony
Volume 57 Number 4 July/August 2011
The Word Has It
“Strengthen me according to Your word,” Psalm 119:28
Ken Floyd
MARBC Executive Director
“Conviction”
Have you noticed that there doesn’t seem to be as much talk about spiritual convictions anymore? By conviction, I am referring to a “strong belief in a Biblical truth or spiritual principle that convinces a person to pursue a change of thinking and/or conduct.” It is the issue that Proverbs 23:7 is addresses by declaring, “For as [a man] thinks in his heart, so is he.” [Read more...]