BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CBFGA - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cbfga.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CBFGA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210826 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210828 DTSTAMP:20210630T135913Z CREATED:20210617T023057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T135913Z UID:5109-1629936000-1630108799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBF/GA & CBF Regional Gathering DESCRIPTION:Meeting Dates: August 26-27\, 2021\nMeeting Place: Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church\n Being Renewed from the Inside Out\nExperience it Virtually & In-Person at Regional Events hosted by CBF State and Regional Organizations & Local Congregations\n \nAmid a pandemic on a global scale and in our nation\, in the midst of exhaustion and uncertainty\, and preparing to face new seasons in our congregations and in our mission – there’s hope found in Christ Jesus. \nThis August\, you’re invited to come and find hope and renewal at the 2021 CBF General Assembly. The CBF Global General Assembly event is virtual\, but new this year\, in-person General Assembly experiences are being held in partnership with CBF state and regional organizations and local congregations. \nThrough meaningful worship experiences\, compelling workshops\, a virtual exhibit hall and opportunities to join with partner organizations and CBF ministry networks\, we’ll connect in new ways\, open to service as vessels of transformation even as we have been transformed. \nThose who attend in-person gatherings will have full access to all virtual resources and workshops.  \n  \n \n Register Here!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nSchedule\nThursday\, August 26\n\n9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Onsite Registration Open\n10 a.m. Affinity Groups/Networks\n11:15 a.m. Opening Worship\n12:30 p.m. Special Lunch Event\n2 p.m. Workshops Session 1\n3 p.m. Break\n3:30 p.m. Workshops Session 2\n5 p.m. Reception\n5:45 p.m. Dinner on your own (preferably with friends and colleagues!) \n\nFriday\, August 27\n\n8:30 a.m. SRO Breakfast Meetings\n10:15 a.m. Plenary Session\nNoon Special Lunch Event\n2 p.m. Workshops Session 3\n3 p.m. Break\n3:30 p.m. Closing Worship\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suggested Hotels for the Atlanta In-Person Gathering\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Buckhead – (Check out Saturday)\n-3285 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30305 -(404) 261-7733 -Room Block Name: CBF -Rate: King – $94\, Double Queen – $114 -Cancellation: 24 Hour -August 4: RSVP cutoff -Self-Parking: $20/day–Reservation Link \n \n \n \n \n \n SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buckhead\n-3459 Buckhead Loop NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30326-(404) 844-4800-Room Block Name: CBF-Rate: $109/night +taxes/fees-Cancellation – 72 Hours before–Reservation Link \n*NOTE: Guests may make their reservations\, by calling central reservations at 888-287-9400. Attendees must request the GROUP room block [Group Name: CBF] \n \n \n \n \n \n Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buckhead\n-3332 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30326 -(404) 869-0818 -Wednesday through Saturday rate: $89/night +taxes/fees -Last Day to Book: August 15\, 2021–Reservation Link \n \n \n \n \n \n Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buckhead\n– August 24-29-3092 Piedmont Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30305-(404) 846-0900-Rate: $80-1st Week of August release date-Room Code: CBF URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbf-ga-cbf-regional-gathering/ LOCATION:Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church\, 2715 Peachtree Road NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2021Logo-Atlanta_RGB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T110000 DTSTAMP:20210919T024604Z CREATED:20210907T203759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T024604Z UID:5324-1632132000-1632135600@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Monday Webinar\, Using Worship Arts in Ministry with Tom Eggleston DESCRIPTION:  \n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday\, September 20\, 10:00 a.m. Using Worship Arts in Ministry with Tom Eggleston\nTom Eggleston serves as Minister of Music at Milledge Avenue Baptist Church in Athens\, Georgia. Tom intentionally includes different worship arts elements to bring more people and personalities into the worship service. Tom will explore how he continues to use a broad range of arts media in worship as well as talk about the worship arts festival that Milledge Avenue Baptist Church hosts. \nTo Register for this Webinar Click Here! URL:https://cbfga.org/event/monday-webinar-using-worship-arts-in-ministry-with-tom-eggleston/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Tom-Eggleston-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210929 DTSTAMP:20210903T042303Z CREATED:20210526T020059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T042303Z UID:4821-1632614400-1632873599@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Senior Adult Retreat DESCRIPTION: URL:https://cbfga.org/event/senior-adult-retreat-2/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/SAR-Cancelled-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210927T113000 DTSTAMP:20210919T033435Z CREATED:20210907T202526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T033435Z UID:5301-1632736800-1632742200@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Preaching Consultation with Craig Barnes DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Craig Barnes\nMonday\, September 27\, 10 a.m.\n Craig Barnes is president of Princeton Theological Seminary. Earlier\, he was Professor of Pastoral Ministry at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary while also serving as pastor of the Shadyside Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh. Craig is deeply committed to the theological formation of pastors to lead the church in changing times. His most recent book is Diary of a Pastor’s Soul (2020). \nTo receive ZOOM log-in information\, contact Jody Long at jlong@cbfga.org. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/preaching-consultation-with-craig-barnes/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Fall-2021-PREACHING-CONVERSATION_September-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T113000 DTSTAMP:20210919T024430Z CREATED:20210907T204810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T024430Z UID:5328-1634724000-1634729400@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Webinar\, Field Personnel Report from Lesley-Ann Tommey DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, October 20\, 10:00 a.m. Field Personnel Report from Lesley-Ann Tommey in New York City\nLesley-Ann Hix Tommey\, CBF Field Personnel in Hell’s Kitchen in New York City as Ministries Coordinator for Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries. RMM serves persons from varying cultural\, ethnic\, and social backgrounds\, many on the margins of society. Interactions happening there are lifegiving examples of God’s grace available for all. Lesley-Ann provides support and leadership for RMM programs and invests in the lives of veterans experiencing homelessness\, survivors of domestic violence\, and students seeking educational opportunities. \nTo Register for this Webinar Click Here!\n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/wednesday-webinar-field-personnel-report-from-lesley-ann-tommey/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Lesley-Ann-Tommey-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211109 DTSTAMP:20210922T004458Z CREATED:20210513T140218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T004458Z UID:4667-1636243200-1636415999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBF/GA State Gathering DESCRIPTION:Meeting Dates: Sunday-Monday\, November 7-8\, 2021\nMeeting Place: First Baptist Church Gainesville\, GA\nMark your calendars for Sunday – Monday\, November 7-8! \nAll are invited to come together IN PERSON at First Baptist Church\, Gainesville\, November 7-8\, for the CBF/GA State Gathering! \nRegister Here!\n \nA $25 registration fee per person\, payable online when you register\, helps cover Sunday’s supper and Monday’s lunch\, along with the reception and snacks. \nOnline registration ends Friday\, October 29. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SCHEDULE\nSunday\, November 7\n3:00 – 4:45 p.m. – Ministry with Children Workshop with Harrison Litzell \n4:00 p.m. – Onsite Check-in Opens5:00 p.m. – Bylaws Committee Presentation – Listening Session and Q and A on proposed Bylaws changes6:00 p.m. – Fellowship Dinner7:00 p.m. – Pre-Service Music7:15 p.m. – Worship8:30 p.m. – Dessert Reception \nMonday\, November 8\n9:00 – 9:45 a.m. – Breakout Session #110:00 – 10:45 a.m. – Breakout Session #211:00 a.m. – Business Meeting\, followed by Worship12:30 p.m. – Lunch/Network Meetings1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Ministers’ Meeting with Teresa Fry Brown \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LODGING\nTownePlace Suites by Marriott \n1745 Browns Bridge Rd \nGainesville\, GA 30501 \nClick here to make a hotel reservation. \n \nHilton Garden Inn \n1735 Browns Bridge Rd \nGainesville\, GA 30501 \nClick here to make a hotel reservation. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe final schedule is not set\, but we lookforward to hearing from our preacher\,Teresa Fry Brown. Dr. Brown is the BandyProfessor of Preaching at Candler School ofTheology of Emory University. She will be addressing the subject of “God’s Next…!” In this time of transition to a post-pandemic reality\, her words promise to be challenging and incisive personally and to our congregations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In addition to Dr. Brown’s addresses\, we look forward to these inspiring breakouts:\nGod’s Next... Church Plants in a New Era\, with Nathan and Carrie Dean \nGod’s Next… Growing Young Congregations\, with Andy Jung \nGod’s Next… Investing Now to Endow the Future\, with Shauw Chin Capps \nGod’s Next… Steps for Dealing with Conflict in Congregations\, with Harold Tessendorf \nGod’s Next… Women in Church Leadership\, with Meredith Stone URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbf-ga-state-gathering/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church Gainesville\, 751 Green Street NW\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Events-Picture-E.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T233000 DTSTAMP:20210919T033202Z CREATED:20210907T202318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T033202Z UID:5310-1636970400-1637019000@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Preaching Consultation with Otis Moss\, III\, November 15\, 2021 DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Otis Moss\, III\nMonday\, November 15\, 10 a.m.\nOtis Moss\, III is pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago\, and also serves as Visiting Professor of Preaching at the McAfee School of Theology of Mercer University. He recently was recognized as one of Baylor University’s “12 Most Effective Preachers in the English-Speaking World.” In 2014\, Otis returned to his alma mater\, Yale University\, to present the Lyman Beecher Lectures. His edited lectures became the book Blue Note Preaching in a Post-Soul World: Finding Hope in an Age of Despair\, published in 2015. \nTo receive ZOOM log-in information contact Jody long at jlong@cbfga.org. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/preaching-consultation-with-otis-moss-iii-november-15-2021/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Fall-2021-PREACHING-CONVERSATION_November-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T113000 DTSTAMP:20210919T024148Z CREATED:20210907T205335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T024148Z UID:5334-1637143200-1637148600@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Webinar\, Youth Ministry Roundtable with Emily Harbin\, John Uldrick\, & Annie Westbrook DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, November 17\, 10:00 a.m. Youth Ministry Roundtable with Emily Harbin\, John Uldrick\, and Annie Westbrook\nYouth Ministry is a vital link in spiritual development\, bridging the gap from childhood to young adulthood\, and yet the challenges of good youth ministry continually mystify many within local congregations. Three youth ministers will join us to explore the challenges of youth ministry but also the deep hope and promise that adolescents bring to the church and our world. \nTo Register for this Webinar Click Here!\n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/wednesday-webinar-youth-ministry-roundtable-with-emily-harbin-john-uldrick-annie-westbrook/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Youth.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T113000 DTSTAMP:20210919T033016Z CREATED:20210907T202115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T033016Z UID:5312-1637229600-1637235000@cbfga.org SUMMARY:A Pastor-to-Pastor Conversation: Preaching the Four Sundays of Advent with Michael L. Ruffin DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael L. Ruffin\nPreparing the way of the Lord: Preaching advent 2021\nA Pastor-to-Pastor Conversation: Preaching the Four Sundays of Advent\nThursday\, November 18\, 10 a.m.\nMichael L. Ruffin is a curriculum editor with Smyth & Helwys Publishing\, an adjunct professor at Mercer University\, a newspaper columnist\, and a poet. He posts opinion pieces on the blog “On the Jericho Road” and poems on Instagram (@michaell.ruffin). A former pastor of CBFGA partner congregations\, he still preaches when and where he’s invited. He’s the author of Praying with Matthew: 365 Days of Gospel-Shaped Devotions (2020)\, Prayer 365\, and the Smyth and Helwys Annual Bible Study Luke: Parables for the Journey. \nTo receive ZOOM log-in information contact Jody Long at jlong@cbfga.org. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/a-pastor-to-pastor-conversation-preaching-the-four-sundays-of-advent-with-michael-l-ruffin/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Fall-2021-PREACHING-CONVERSATION_December-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T113000 DTSTAMP:20210919T023736Z CREATED:20210907T205037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210919T023736Z UID:5331-1638352800-1638358200@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Wednesday Webinar\, Educational Advocacy with Angel Pittman DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 1\, 10:00 a.m.Educational Advocacy with Angel Pittman\nAngel Pittman has served in educational ministries for fifteen years at CBF’s partner ministry\, Touching Miami with Love. The Pittmans have invested deeply in the Overtown area of Miami\, where educational outcomes lag and inequities soar. As an Educational Advocacy Specialist\, Angel engages families\, congregations\, and organizations in speaking out for equitable educational opportunities and assists congregations in developing partnerships with local public schools. \nTo Register for this Webinar Click Here! URL:https://cbfga.org/event/wednesday-webinar-educational-advocacy-with-angel-pittman/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Angel-Pittman-3x3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220117 DTSTAMP:20210617T031131Z CREATED:20210616T022411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210617T031131Z UID:5049-1642118400-1642377599@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Winter Youth Summit 2022 DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Here Soon! URL:https://cbfga.org/event/winter-youth-summit-2022/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, Huntsville\, AL\, 600 GOVERNORS DRIVE SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801 CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ALCBF_Dwell_Flyer-v3-e1623899326475.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221108 DTSTAMP:20221025T200827Z CREATED:20220414T150906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T200827Z UID:6031-1667692800-1667865599@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBFGA State Gathering 2022 DESCRIPTION:Register Now!\n \nCBFGA State Gathering\nNovember 6-7\, 2022\nFirst Baptist Church\, Augusta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Here!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nChuck Poole\, the recently retired Senior Pastor of Northminster Baptist Church in Jackson\, Mississippi\, and former pastor of First Baptist Church of Christ in Macon will lead us in worship on Sunday evening and Monday morning. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Dave Odom\, Executive Director\, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity School\, will lead us in three times of conversation around the tables as we explore congregational leadership in a post-pandemic world. On Sunday evening\, over dinner at 5 p.m.\, we will explore “A Way Forward”; on Monday morning\, over breakfast at 8:30 a.m.\, we will discuss “What Does Leadership Look Like in this New Era?”; and Monday\, over lunch at 12:00 noon\, we will wrap up our conversations by focusing on “Relevance and Relationships for the Church and the Community.” The State Gathering will conclude with lunch on Monday. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n These conversations will be perfect for pastors\, staff ministers\, lay leaders\, and other church members who are committed to helping lead their churches toward the good future God has planned for us. Total cost of the meals and registration will be $40. Online registration will be open until November 1\, 2022. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CBFGA STATE GATHERING SCHEDULE\nSunday\, November 6 \n\n4:00 p.m. Onsite Registration Opens (Coordinating Council Meeting)\n5:30 p.m. Celebration Dinner and Conversation #1\n7:00 p.m. Pre-Service Music\n7:15 p.m. Worship\n8:30 p.m. Dessert Reception Fellowship\n\nMonday\, November 7 \n\n 8:30 a.m. Breakfast – Conversation #2\n10:00 a.m. Break\n10:15 a.m. Business Meeting\n10:45 a.m. Break\n11:00 a.m. Worship\n12:00 p.m. Lunch – Conversation #3\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STATE GATHERING HOTEL SUGGESTIONS\nHome2Suites by Hilton 3606 Exchange Ln\, Augusta\, GA 30909$112.00+tax/nightBook by October 21\, 2022Use “CBFGA” for booking code if contacting the hotel by phone. \nSpringhill Suites by Marriott1110 Marks Church Rd\, Augusta\, GA 30909$114.00+tax/nightBook by October 17\, 2022Use “Cooperative Baptist” for booking code if contacting the hotel by phone. \nDoubleTree Hotel and Suites by Hilton2651 Perimeter Pkwy\, Augusta\, GA 30909$109.00+tax/nightBook by October 7\, 2022Using “CBF” for booking code if contacting by phone. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbfga-state-gathering-2022/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, Augusta\, GA\, 3500 Walton Way Ext\, Augusta\, GA\, 30909\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Augusta-FBC-pic-2-1024x683-1-e1663099654804.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230116T100000 DTSTAMP:20221103T185916Z CREATED:20221103T184336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T185916Z UID:6569-1673539200-1673863200@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2023 Young Adult Summit DESCRIPTION:Date & Place\n \n \n \n \n \n Date: January 12-16\, 2023\nPlace: Ridgecrest Conference Center   Asheville\, North Carolina\n Contact: Megan Doud (1-865-254-9360) or mdoud@cbfga.org\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To register or find out more Click Here! URL:https://cbfga.org/event/2023-young-adult-summit/ LOCATION:Ridgecrest Conference Center\, Ridgecrest Drive\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230130 DTSTAMP:20220919T201540Z CREATED:20220919T200623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T201540Z UID:6370-1674777600-1675036799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:"Story" Children's Retreat Registration DESCRIPTION: CBFGA “Story” Children’s Retreat\n(3rd – 6th Graders) \nCBFGA is delighted to announce a new event for 3rd to 6th graders! \nRegister Here!\n\n\n\n\n Place: Rock Eagle\, Eatonton\, GA \nDate: January 27-29\, 2023 \nDeposit: $75/Person \n Total Cost: $150/Person \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To let us know how we can better serve you in your ministry endeavors please contact Jody Long. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/story-childrens-retreat/ LOCATION:Rock Eagle\, 350 Rock Eagle Road\, Eatonton\, Georgia\, 31024 CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/image_72192707-1-scaled-e1662671575216.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230510 DTSTAMP:20230501T190625Z CREATED:20220914T170356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T190625Z UID:6436-1683417600-1683676799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Senior Adult Retreat 2023 DESCRIPTION: Plan Now for CBFGA Senior Adult Retreat!\nDate: Sunday Evening\, May 7 -Tuesday Lunch\, May 9\, 2023 \nPlace: First Baptist Church\, St. Simons Island \nCost: $30/Person \nIf you have questions about registration please email Melissa Kremer at mkremer@cbfga.org or call/text (704)491-9814. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click Below to download a schedule for the retreat. \n Schedule for Senior Adult Retreat 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hotel Recommendations\nAll hotel rates are per room for a two-night stay. \nRates are subject to change at any time. Book early! \nBest Western Plus SSI\, 912-638-7805 ($462.88 for 2 queens; continental breakfast) \nHampton Inn SSI\, 912-634-2204 ($505.34 non-refundable\, $565.39 refundable; hot breakfast) \nHoliday Inn Express\, 912-634-2175 ($374.00; continental breakfast) \nHome2 Suites\, 912-638-0333 ($463.60; hot breakfast) \nSaint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse\, 888-367-7270 ($385.18; continental breakfast) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recent Posts\nLatest News\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Sing Together by Jody Long\n \n \n Apr 23\, 2024 | Adults & Senior Adults\, Executive Coordinator\, Latest News As long as I can remember\, music has been a part of what being a Baptist means to me. The small church I grew up in was a “singing” church. We did not have classically trained musicians or even a professional minister of music. We did not have a pipe organ or a grand piano. We did not even have choir robes. What we did have\, though\, was a deep love of Jesus and a song in our hearts to sing about his love. \nIt was in the pews and\, sometimes\, in the choir loft of that church that I was first exposed to theology — a way of talking about God. The church songs of my childhood are probably ones that resonate with most of us who have been a part of a church for some time. Granted\, my church preferred the more revivalistic hymns\, but “Amazing Grace\,” “Just As I Am\,” and “How Great Thou Art” were staples in our repertoire\, lifted almost exclusively from the 1975 Baptist Hymnal published by Broadman Press. \nIn their comprehensive book\, I Will Sing the Wondrous Story: A History of Baptist Hymnody in North America\, David Music and Paul Richardson write: \nThroughout much of their history\, the worship of Baptist churches has been centered upon the activities of preaching and congregational singing. The hymns Baptists have sung\, and the books from which they have sung them\, have been important shaping forces for the theology\, worship\, and piety of the denomination. (p.1) \nWhen four of our Rome-area CBFGA-partner churches invited me to come to their hymn festival in early February\, I knew I had to be there. “Sing Together” was an afternoon of wonderfully good music\, led by passionate ministers of music\, sung by a talented mass choir. Selections of hymns and anthems\, combined with thoughtful reflections upon the music by the pastors of the four churches\, made for an afternoon of true worship. \nThe real power in an event like “Sing Together\,” though\, rests not so much in the music but in the gathering itself. It is no secret that our broader society is becoming more fractured and segmented by the day. Nearly a quarter century ago\, Robert Putnam wrote one of the salient books of our time\, Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community. Putnam\, a social scientist at Harvard University\, noted that throughout its history\, America has waxed and waned in its commitment to developing and maintaining communal life. At the time of his writing\, he noted American society was in a declining trend: \nFor the first two-thirds of the twentieth century a powerful tide bore Americans into ever deeper engagement in the life of their communities\, but a few decades ago — silently\, without warning — that tide reversed and we were overtaken by a treacherous rip current. Without at first noticing\, we have been pulled apart from one another and from our communities over the last third of the century. (p. 27) \nMany of the partner churches of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia face these troubling and disruptive headwinds. Political polarization\, the continued effects of the global COVID pandemic\, and a general religious malaise in America\, have leapt headfirst into most churches. The easiest response to such unwanted intrusion is to close the doors of our buildings and our hearts\, sequestering ourselves from others out of fear\, disgust\, or distrust. None of that seems to be the way Jesus would have us respond\, though. As I often say\, on our best days\, CBFGA lives out its name: we are a Fellowship of Baptists in Georgia who voluntarily and joyfully Cooperate together. \nCBFGA will continue to encourage churches and other partner ministries never to give up cooperating together\, working alongside each other for the good of our communities and for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We will continue to promote and support gatherings of our partner congregations in service and fellowship. If your church or churches in your area want to connect\, fellowship\, and serve alongside each other and you need some help making such things happen\, please do not hesitate to reach out to our office! If your church does not make connecting with other churches — especially other CBFGA partner churches — a priority\, I encourage you to do so. \nWe are better individually\, we are better congregationally\, we are better organizationally when we live\, work\, and love together. The hymn “The Servant Song” says it best: “We are travelers on a journey\, fellow pilgrims on the road; we are here to help each other walk the mile and bear the load.” May it ever be so! \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n 2022 State Gathering Report\n \n \n Feb 15\, 2023 | Adults & Senior Adults\, Latest News Over 130 CBFGA folks gathered at First Baptist Church\, Augusta\, November 6-7 to fellowship\, worship\, and seek a way forward as we considered the theme “God’s Story\, Your Story\, My Story.” Through compelling sermons by Dr. Chuck Poole\, and in engaging conversations facilitated by Dr. Dave Odom\, we looked hard at some of the difficulties our churches and ministers have faced through the COVID-19 pandemic\, focusing on what it means to be a neighbor in these times. \nDr. Poole led in two worship experiences\, first on Sunday evening with a message entitled\, “God’s Story and Ours\,” in which he challenged us to start with the big story —God’s story — and then figure out where we fit into that story\, so that God’s story becomes our story. Our job\, he said\, is to “get in on what God is doing\, by drawing our circle wider and wider and wider\, as wide as the circle of welcome around God.” On Monday\, in “Your Story and Mine\,” Dr. Poole reflected on his own story\, of his painful process of learning to draw that circle of welcome wider and wider\, especially as it relates to encouraging and supporting women in ministry. Challenging us to claim our stories\, Dr. Poole urged listeners to let the Holy Spirit help us to reach back and bless the best from our past\, while reaching forward to “draw our circle of love wide\, as wide as God’s circle of love\, in every direction.” \nThat theme\, of drawing the circle wide\, segued nicely into enthusiastic table discussions with Dave Odom leading\, as participants explored a series of questions prompted by the pandemic. A three-person panel representing different-sized churches in varied contexts helped facilitate the conversation in the first two sessions. The panelists were Suzanne Hooie\, Minister of Missions and Spiritual Formation at First Baptist Church\, Dalton; Dock Hollingsworth\, Senior Pastor of Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church in Atlanta; and Christian Burton\, Pastor of The Oaks Baptist Church in Lyons. \nQuestions considered during the three discussion sessions included: \nSESSION ONE: Please describe your congregation’s neighborhood. What age\, living conditions\, work\, and families? How does your congregation learn from and about your neighbors? How does your congregation stay in touch with the neighbors? What is staying the same and what is changing for your neighbors? \nSESSION TWO: What ministries with neighbors has the church expanded or started during and beyond the lockdown period of COVID? How does your church determine success or know that you need to adjust? What have you learned about your leadership and the leadership of others during the last few years? \nSESSION THREE: What are the questions frequently on the minds of your members?…your neighbors? Where do you start? What is a next most faithful step? \nAfter hearing from the panel\, each table continued the conversation\, and conversation was lively! Particularly helpful was the discussion of how a church’s definition of “neighbor” may have changed in the past couple of years\, and what reaching out to our neighbors means now. The ideas were as varied as the contexts of the churches represented. Suzanne told how her church has become involved more deeply and differently with its neighbors in Dalton by focusing on food insecurity in nearby areas\, by taking Vacation Bible School to children in one area\, and by moving from “check-writing” to deeply involved hands-on ministry. Christian spoke of his church renewing its 9/11 Mission Day\, of doing simple acts as a church\, meeting as best they can what people need. Sometimes figuring out what people need is the challenge\, he admits. Dock discussed the challenge of “redeeming the space we have\,” of finding new and innovative uses for his church’s expansive space. When asked how their churches determine success or know that they need to adjust\, all three panelists said they are still trying to figure that out! All agreed that we as churches often are still caught in “the counting world\,” but Suzanne said that “COVID gave us permission to break the measuring stick” and to try new ideas and even to fail. That session concluded with helpful discussion of what we have learned about our leadership and the leadership of others during these years. \nOther highlights of the gathering included a question-and-answer dialogue with Paul Baxley\, Executive Coordinator of CBF Global. He gave positive reports on an increase in this year’s Global Missions Offering and the possibility of naming new field personnel fairly soon\, after several years’ pause. He also addressed the recent State of Women in Baptist Life report\, noting that while we do well encouraging women to respond to God’s call\, we are not calling them often enough to be pastors; he describes this as an integrity problem and called for churches and search committees to rise to the challenge to change the situation. We are living through a time\, Baxley says\, when all the foundations are shifting\, but we have the assurance that God is at work giving boldness\, courage\, and agility. \nThe CBFGA Lancaster Scholars were recognized during dinner on Sunday evening\, as was BWIM of Georgia’s Sarah Owen Ethridge scholarship recipient\, Maggie Parker Andrews. \nFirst Baptist Church\, Augusta\, provided excellent space and warm hospitality and worship leadership for the meeting\, and we thank them for their support and careful planning. \nNext year’s State Gathering will happen November 12-13\,2023\, at Central Baptist Church in Newnan. \n \n \n \n « Older Entries\n Next Entries » URL:https://cbfga.org/event/senior-adult-retreat-3/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, St. Simons\, 729 Ocean Blvd\, St Simons Island\, GA \, 31522 \, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2012SeniorCelebrationLOGO2rgb-small.jpg GEO:31.135853;-81.3893009 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Baptist Church St. Simons 729 Ocean Blvd St Simons Island GA 31522 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=729 Ocean Blvd:geo:-81.3893009,31.135853 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230802 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916 DTSTAMP:20230906T162634Z CREATED:20230802T191432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T162634Z UID:7544-1690934400-1694822399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Nominations for Coordinating Council & Ministry Teams Now Open! DESCRIPTION:Nomination Information\n \n \n \n \n \n Please consider nominating lay leaders or ministers to a three-year term on the CBF of Georgia Coordinating Council or on one of our Ministry Teams. Nominations should be submitted by September 15\, 2023.  Contact Jody Long at jlong@cbfga.org with any questions. We appreciate your assistance! \nIn the fall of 2021\, CBFGA revised its governing structure while streamlining its Coordinating Council\, which oversees the administrative and programmatic work of CBFGA. The current Coordinating Council has 13 positions\, including our Constitutional Officers\, Ministry Team Chairs\, and At-Large positions. Additional Ministry Teams were developed to help the Coordinating Council and CBFGA staff with our work.  \nAs members of the Coordinating Council and Ministry Teams rotate off at the end of their terms\, we need to fill their spots.  Spots are open on our Missions Team\, Congregational Life Team\, and Leadership Development Team\, in addition to spots on our Coordinating Council.  As you nominate someone\, please consider which position would best utilize the nominee’s gifts\, strengths\, and calling. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Nomination Forms\n \n \n \n \n \n \n E\n \n Nomination Form\n View\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n E\n \n Coordinating Council Structure & Responsibilities\n View\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n E\n \n 2023 Nominating Committee Report\n View\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nominations are open for CBFGA Coordinating Council & Ministry Teams URL:https://cbfga.org/event/nominations-now-open/ CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Nominations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Nomination-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913 DTSTAMP:20230906T164226Z CREATED:20230801T034851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T164226Z UID:7505-1694304000-1694563199@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBF Church Benefits Board Financial Wellness Initiative Retreat for Ministers-Decatur\, GA Experience DESCRIPTION: \nTHE FINANCIAL WELLNESS INITIATIVE\nEducation Experiences  •  Financial Planning  •  Financial Advice  \n•  Relief Grants\nFINANCIAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCES\nMinisters and their spouses may receive a travel stipend to a Church Benefits Board educational event on topics such as preparing for retirement\, clergy taxes\, debt reduction\, cultivating generous congregations and more. \nSave the Date for a Financial Wellness Retreat at the CBF offices at Decatur.\nSeptember 10-12\, 2023 (Sunday-Tuesday)\nRegister for Decatur Retreat\nA DAY AND A HALF OF:\nAchieving Financial Wellness \nWhat is unique about Ministerial Compensation? \nMinisterial Tax Wise Planning – Housing Allowance\, Social Security\, and Retirement \nMarket & Economic Update \nInvesting in Your Retirement Account \nMapping your Future: Wholistic Approach to Spiritual\, Physical & Financial Wellness \nStewardship of Personal & Congregational Finances \nBuilding a Financial Plan \n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbb-financial-wellness-retreat-decatur/ LOCATION:Cooperative Baptist Fellowship\, 160 Clairemont Avenue\, Suite 500\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Ministers Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-Horizontal-CBB-Logo-Full-Color-Orb-625-x-250-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104 DTSTAMP:20240801T203621Z CREATED:20220413T195051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T203621Z UID:5949-1698969600-1699055999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Registration for CBFGA 2023 Youth Fall Retreat DESCRIPTION:Registration is Full!\n \n \n \n \n \n Retreat Information\n \n \n \n \n \n Date: November 3-5\, 2023 \nPlace: Camp Glisson\, Dahlonega\, GA \nDeposit: Non-reundable deposit of $60 per participant \nCost: Total payment of $180 per participant due by October 2\, 2023 \nContact: Megan Doud 1-865-254-9360 or mdoud@cbfga.org \nFall Youth Retreat Schedule \nFall Youth Retreat Packing List \n Fall Youth Retreat Free Time Add-Ons \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPreacher: Daniel Potter\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWorship Leader: Chris Gladson URL:https://cbfga.org/event/fall-retreat-2023/ LOCATION:Camp Glisson\, 690 Camp Glisson Road\, Dahlonega\, GA\, 30533\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Medium-Background-Image-2-copy-e1695755059468.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231114 DTSTAMP:20240725T162245Z CREATED:20230622T212551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T162245Z UID:7018-1699747200-1699919999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2023 CBFGA State Gathering: Central Baptist Church\, Newnan DESCRIPTION:DATES: Sunday-Monday\, November 12-13\, 2023 \nPLACE: Central Baptist Church\, Newnan\, GA \nCOST: $40 Per person \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 4\, 2023 \nOnline Registration is closed. \nIf you still need to register please contact Jody Long at jlong@cbfga.org. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tentative Schedule\nSunday\, November 124:00 p.m. Onsite Registration & Coordinating Council Meeting5:30 p.m. Celebration Dinner-Conversation #17:00 p.m. Pre-Service Music7:15 p.m. Worship8:30 p.m. Dessert Reception FellowshipMonday\, November 138:30 a.m. Breakfast-Conversation #210:00 a.m. Break10:15 a.m. Business Meeting10:45 a.m. Break11:00 a.m. Worship12:00 p.m. Lunch-Conversation #3 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hotel Suggestions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hampton Inn Atlanta/Newnan50 Hampton Way Newnan\, Georgia 30265770-253-9922; Special Code: CHHCBC (if calling hotel directly)1 King Bed\, Nonsmoking – $119.00\, plus taxes/fees2 Queen Beds\, Nonsmoking – $119.00\, plus taxes/fees \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta Newnan4051 McIntosh Parkway\, Newnan\, GA 30263770-400-8830; Special Code: CBFGA (if calling hotel directly)1 King Bed Studio Suite Nonsmoking – $124.00\, plus taxes/fees2 Queen Beds Studio Nonsmoking – $139.00 plus taxes/fees \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TownePlace Suites Newnan4001 McIntosh Parkway Newnan\, Georgia 30263770-400-8810; Special Code: CBFGA (if calling hotel directly)1 King beds\, studio room with sofa bed – $124 per night\, plus taxes/fees2 Queen beds\, studio room – $134 per night\, plus taxes/fees \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Preacher\nCaroline Smith is Senior Pastor of Parkway Baptist church in Duluth/Johns Creek\, GA. Caroline is from west Texas and received her BA in religion from Baylor University\, her Master of Divinity from George W. Truett Theological Seminary and her Master’s in Social Work from Baylor University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Conversation Leader\nAndy Root (Ph.D.\, Princeton Theological Seminary) is the Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary\, USA.  He writes and researches in areas of theology\, ministry\, culture\, and younger generations. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbfga-state-gathering-at-central-baptist-church-newnan/ LOCATION:Central Baptist Church\, 14 West Broad Street\, Newnan\, GA\, 30263\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Ministers Events,Missions,Pastors Events,State Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/CBFGA-State-Meeting-2023-with-Newnan-smaller.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116 DTSTAMP:20230801T035056Z CREATED:20230622T195931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T035056Z UID:7024-1699833600-1700092799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBF Church Benefits Board Financial Wellness Initiative Retreat for Ministers-Callaway Gardens Experience DESCRIPTION:THE FINANCIAL WELLNESS INITIATIVE\nEducation Experiences  •  Financial Planning  •  Financial Advice  \n•  Relief Grants\n\nFINANCIAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCES\nMinisters and their spouses may receive a travel stipend to a Church Benefits Board educational event on topics such as preparing for retirement\, clergy taxes\, debt reduction\, cultivating generous congregations and more. \nSave the Date for a Financial Wellness Retreat at Callaway Gardens\nNovember 13-15\, 2023\nRegister for Callaway Retreat\n  \nA DAY AND A HALF OF:\nAchieving Financial Wellness \nWhat is unique about Ministerial Compensation? \nMinisterial Tax Wise Planning – Housing Allowance\, Social Security\, and Retirement \nMarket & Economic Update \nInvesting in Your Retirement Account \nMapping your Future: Wholistic Approach to Spiritual\, Physical & Financial Wellness \nStewardship of Personal & Congregational Finances \nBuilding a Financial Plan \n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbf-church-benefits-board-financial-wellness-initiative-retreat-for-ministers/ LOCATION:Callaway Gardens\, 170800 US Highway 27\, Pine Mountain\, GA\, 31811\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Ministers Events,Pastors Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-Horizontal-CBB-Logo-Full-Color-Orb-625-x-250-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129 DTSTAMP:20230830T181500Z CREATED:20230622T180052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T181500Z UID:7030-1706227200-1706486399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Children's Retreat 2024 DESCRIPTION:CBFGA Children’s Retreat\n(3rd – 6th Graders) \nCBFGA is delighted to announce the Second Annual Children’s Retreat for kids in 3rd-6th grade. \n\nPlace: Rock Eagle\, Eatonton\, GA\n\n\n\n\nDate: January 26-28\, 2024 \nDeposit: $80/Person \n Total Cost: $160/Person \n\n\n\n\n \n Register Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To let us know how we can better serve you in your ministry endeavors please contact Jody Long. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/childrens-retreat-2024/ LOCATION:Rock Eagle\, 350 Rock Eagle Road\, Eatonton\, Georgia\, 31024 CATEGORIES:Children's Event,Featured On Homepage,Missions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Childrens-Retreat-Graphic-2024-2-e1693419230918.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240210 DTSTAMP:20230801T033320Z CREATED:20230621T204420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T033320Z UID:7032-1707177600-1707523199@cbfga.org SUMMARY:OASIS: A Spiritual Retreat for Ministers to Children\, Youth\, & College Students 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \n \n\nDates: February 6-9\, 2024\nPlace: Montreat Retreat and Conference Center\, Montreat\, NC\nTheme: “Connect”\nSpeakers: Rev. Sarah Shelton and Rev. Emily Hull-McGee\nWorship Leader: Rev. David Warren\nCost: Single Room: $450; Shared Room: $340\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is Open! URL:https://cbfga.org/event/oasis-a-spiritual-retreat-for-ministers-to-children-youth-college-students-2024/ LOCATION:Montreat Conference Center\, 401 Assembly Drive\, Montreat\, NC\, 28757 CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Ministers Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/alcbf_oasis_update_logo.webp GEO:35.6475237;-82.2998828 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Montreat Conference Center 401 Assembly Drive Montreat NC 28757;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=401 Assembly Drive:geo:-82.2998828,35.6475237 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240313 DTSTAMP:20230621T202743Z CREATED:20230621T201705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T202743Z UID:7038-1710115200-1710287999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:William L. Self Preaching Lectures at McAfee School of Theology DESCRIPTION:Save the Date\nWilliam L. Self Preaching Lectures\nMarch 11-12\, 2024\nDr. Teresa Fry Brown will be the Keynote Speaker\nThe William L. Self Lectureship at Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology was established in order to promote the practice of faithful and effective preaching of the gospel. \nThe lecture series is named in memory of Dr. William L. Self\, Pastor Emeritus of Johns Creek Baptist Church\, Alpharetta\, who was nationally recognized as a gifted preacher\, pastor\, author\, lecturer\, motivational speaker\, and innovator in church growth. Dr. Self achieved considerable acclaim by leading Wieuca Road Baptist Church\, Atlanta\, to a place of prominence in Georgia and the nation. As pastor of Johns Creek\, his leadership and influence brought the church to the vanguard of fast-growing churches. \nThe purpose of the lectureship is to enlighten and inspire those whose calling is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. The lectures seek to instill in students and pastors a passion for better preaching by providing worthy models and by offering seasoned instruction and encouragement. Each year the lecture series features a nationally recognized preacher. \n \nThe Rev. Dr. Teresa L. Fry Brown is the Bandy Professor of Preaching\, a chaired professorship created in 1986 with a gift from B. Jackson Bandy that is considered by many to be the country’s premier chair in homiletics. Fry Brown has taught at Candler since 1994\, and in 2010\, she became the first African American woman to attain the rank of full professor. She also served as the Director of Candler’s Black Church Studies program until 2015. \nClick Here for More Details Closer to the Event\n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/william-l-self-preaching-lectures-at-mcafee-school-of-theology/ LOCATION:McAfee School of Theology\, 3001 Mercer University Drive\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30341\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Pastors Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/McAfee-logo.png GEO:33.8738198;-84.2630939 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=McAfee School of Theology 3001 Mercer University Drive Atlanta GA 30341 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3001 Mercer University Drive:geo:-84.2630939,33.8738198 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240318 DTSTAMP:20240122T174432Z CREATED:20230621T201106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T174432Z UID:7042-1710460800-1710719999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Mission Madness 2024 DESCRIPTION:Register Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Locations\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates: March 15-17\, 2024Deposit: $40/person due by February 15\, 2024Total: $80/person (includes 3 meals\, supplies\, recreation\, program costs and a t-shirt)Place: First Baptist Church \, Athens GA & Milledge Avenue Baptist Church\, Athens GAContact: Megan Doud 1-865-254-9360 or mdoud@cbfga.orgRegistration Deadline: February 15\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suggested Hotels\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Candlewood Suites156 Classic RoadAthens\, Ga 306061-706-548-9663 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fairfield Inn & Suites175 Old Epps Bridge RdAthens\, Georgia 306061-706-549-5900 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VrboPerfect Athens GetawayCozy Athens CondoIdeal Athens Retreat \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n airbnbThe Loft HouseCharming RetreatFive Points Mill HouseAthens Retreat URL:https://cbfga.org/event/mission-madness-2024/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, Athens GA\, 355 Pulaski Street\, Athens\, GA\, 30601\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Missions,Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Mission-Madness-2024-smaller-e1694113579742.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240509 DTSTAMP:20240424T202719Z CREATED:20230621T201038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T202719Z UID:7047-1714867200-1715212799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Senior Adult Retreat 2024 DESCRIPTION:“Being Salt and Light”\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here for CBFGA Senior Adult Retreat!\n\nDate: Sunday Evening\, May 5 -Wednesday Lunch\, May 8\, 2024 \nPlace: First Baptist Church\, St. Simons Island \nRetreat Cost: $50/Person (includes two lunches and two fellowships)  \nLodging Suggestions:\nWe have been able to reserve blocks of rooms this year! The room blocks will be held until April 6\, at which time any unused rooms will be released back into circulation. \n*Thirty rooms are available at Saint Simons Inn by the Lighthouse\, 888-367-7270\, at a cost of $169/night plus taxes and fees. \n*Twenty rooms are available at the Ocean Inn and Suites\, 912-634-2122\, at a cost of $149/night plus taxes and fees. \nOther suggested hotels and accommodations\, along with Airbnb and VRBO\, include: \nBest Western Plus SSI (912-638-7805) \nHampton Inn SSI (912-634-2204) \nHoliday Inn Express (912-634-2175) \nHome2Suites (912-638-0333) \nThere may also be some availability at Epworth-by-the-Sea (912)290-6777. \n \nProgram Personalities\nMelissa Willis\, Minister to Senior Adults & Missions at First Baptist Augusta\, will be our retreat preacher. Philip Hedgecoth\, also from First Baptist Augusta\, will lead music. Special guests will be Missy Ward-Angalla and Francis Angalla\, CBF Field Personnel in Uganda.  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Tentative Retreat Schedule\nSunday\, May 5: \n7:00 – 8:30 p.m. – Evening Check-in\, First Baptist Church\, Saint Simons \nMonday\, May 6: \n9:00 a.m. – Morning Celebration in Sanctuary \n9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Breakout Session #1 \n10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Breakout Session #2 \n11:45 a.m. – Lunch and Learn \n12:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Free Time and dinner on your own \n7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Worship \n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Cake Fellowship and sing-a-long with the Ukelele Ensemble from First Baptist\, Griffin \nTuesday\, May 7: \n9:00 a.m. – Morning Celebration in Sanctuary \n9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Breakout Session #3 \n10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Breakout Session #4 \n11:45 a.m. – Lunch \n12:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Free Time and dinner on your own \n7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Worship \n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Ice Cream Fellowship and music  \nWednesday\, May 8: \n9:30 a.m. – Fellowship and coffee in Fellowship Hall \n10:00 a.m. – Closing Worship and Communion. Sanctuary \n11:00 a.m. – Depart for home \nIf you need information please email Melissa Kremer at mkremer@cbfga.org or call/text (704)491-9814. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/senior-adult-retreat-2024/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, St. Simons\, 729 Ocean Blvd\, St Simons Island\, GA \, 31522 \, United States CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Senior Adult Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Senior-Retreat-Logo-smaller.jpg GEO:31.135853;-81.3893009 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Baptist Church St. Simons 729 Ocean Blvd St Simons Island GA 31522 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=729 Ocean Blvd:geo:-81.3893009,31.135853 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240831 DTSTAMP:20240805T175729Z CREATED:20240601T020331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T175729Z UID:8154-1717200000-1725062399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Register for CBFGA Intergenerational Missions Weekend: Serving Beyond DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Weekend of Purpose\, Connection & Cooperation\n \n \n \n \n \n Intergenerational Missions Weekend: Serving Beyond\, Serving Together\n \n \n \n \n \n When: September 13-15\, 2024\nWhere: Hosted by First Baptist Church\, Dalton\, GA\nCost: $20/adult\, $10/child (12 and under) Maximum of $50 per family\nExperience the joy of giving back with your loved ones at our Intergenerational Missions Weekend. It’s a perfect opportunity for families of all generations to come together\, engage in meaningful community service projects\, and create lasting memories.\n \n Family Registration Form\n \n Church Group Registration Form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Intergenerational Missions Weekend Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us as we capture the spirit of unity and service at our Intergenerational Missions Weekend. This event features a range of activities tailored for all ages\, ensuring that every participant\, from toddlers to grandparents\, can participate and contribute. Highlights include community service projects\, interactive worship\, free-time for rest or fun\, and meals together all designed to strengthen family bonds and foster a sense of global citizenship. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Weekend Activities Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Explore our schedule of activities\, and events tailored for every family member. Make sure to join the fun! \nIf there are people in your family/group who have special skills please let us know. Painting\, building\, electrical\, power tools\, etc. FBC Dalton has a rampbuilding team and will lead a workshop for those who are interested in learning how to start their own church ramp building team so please let us know if anyone in your family/group is interested in attending that workshop. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday Evening\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Welcome Gathering\n \n \n \n \n \n Kick off the weekend with registration & a warm welcome reception at First Baptist Church\, Dalton\, GA. Enjoy pizza\, jump houses\, games and meet other families. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday Morning\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakfast\, Mission Site Kick Off\, Work & Lunch\n \n \n \n \n \n Enjoy breakfast\, devotions and a commissioning  to go into the Community and work as the hands and feet of Christ. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday Afternoon\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Work\, Worship\, Dinner & Fellowship\n \n \n \n \n \n After a day of hard work come back to the church for Worship\, Dinner and Fellowship! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday Morning\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakfast & Worship\n \n \n \n \n \n Come back after a night of Fellowship to share breakfast and to Worship with the members of FBC Dalton. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LODGING SUGGESTIONS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carpentry HotelCall the hotel directly and tell them you are with CBF of Georgia.706-529-3040Cutoff date is 8/13/24Rate is $169.00/night \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hilton Garden Inn879 College Drive\, Dalton\, GA706-529-6000Rate $189.00/night \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Country Inn and Suites903 West Bridge Road\, Dalton\, GA706-278-9700 \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Holiday Inn Express & Suites934 Market Street\, Dalton\, GA706-217-6200 URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbfga-intergenerational-missions-weekend-serving-beyond/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, Dalton\, Georgia\, 311 N Thornton Ave\, Dalton\, 30720\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Event,Children's Event,Family Event,Featured On Homepage,Missions,Senior Adult Event,Senior Adult Retreat,Youth Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005 DTSTAMP:20260720T005501Z CREATED:20250608T050606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T005501Z UID:9382-1759449600-1759622399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Registration is Open for Tri-State CBF Assembly: TAG! You’re It! DESCRIPTION:Tri-State CBF Assembly: TAG! You’re It!\n \n \n \n \n \n October 3rd – October 4th\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at the First Baptist Church in Chattanooga for a groundbreaking assembly that unites Cooperative Baptist Fellowship organizations across three states. Our theme\, ‘TAG! You’re It!’\, invites you to engage in dynamic discussions and workshops focused on children’s ministry. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and grow with fellow faith leaders. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This fall\, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship organizations from Tennessee\, Alabama\, and Georgia are coming together for the first time to host a shared annual gathering. The theme\, “TAG! You’re It!” celebrates our unique tri-state collaboration and invites us to boldly step into a vibrant future of ministry. This year’s assembly will focus on children’s ministry\, exploring innovative approaches and trends that empower us to nurture faith in the next generation. Together\, we’ll celebrate beloved community\, enjoy meaningful fellowship\, and embrace creativity as we learn and grow across state lines. Join us for this special time of connection and inspiration—because when it comes to ministry\, you’re it! \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Youth Mental Health First Aid\n Led by Colin Kroll Friday\, October 3rd 10:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. \n \nThis certification course equips lay leaders\, ministers\, and others associated with our Fellowship with much needed skills and knowledge for the increasing mental health concerns that seem to be growing in communities across the country. \n($40 for digital guidebook and course material requirements) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Church Safeguarding: A Foundation for Thriving\n Led by Jay Kieve Friday\, October 3rd 10:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. \n Participation in this pre-conference meets the requirements for a church to participate in the CBF Nurturing Children grant initiative. Jay will use conversation and case studies to cover:— power dynamics related to all forms of abuse;— best practices and policy considerations for protecting children and youth;— considerations for incorporating known sexual offenders into your church.(no cost) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prayer Power\n Inside Brent McDougal’s Book on Prayer Friday\, October 3rd 1:30-4:00 p.m. \n \nMuch Prayer\, Much Power: Practicing Transformative Personal and Congregational Prayer | Pastor Brent McDougal of FBC Knoxville leads participants in how to unlock greater power and confidence in their personal and church prayer life  during this inspirational seminar. Drawing from Scripture\, the life of George Müller\, and practical spiritual principles\, participants will learn to pray with expectation\, abide daily in God’s presence\, persist with faith\, and move from prayer to action. You’ll explore conditions for answered prayer\, develop a personal plan for powerful\, prevailing prayer\, learn creative prayer practices\, and leave equipped to experience deeper intimacy with God. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, October 3rd\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30 a.m. Pre-Assembly I: Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification10:30 a.m. Pre-Assembly II: Church Safeguarding a Foundation for Thriving11:30 a.m. TAG BWIM Luncheon & Conversation1:30 p.m. Pre-Assembly III: Prayer Retreat with Brent McDougal4:00 p.m. Resource Fair Opens4:30 p.m. Childcare Available (3 Age Tracks)5:00 p.m. Business Session(s)6:00-7:00 p.m. TAG Fellowship Meal (Wear Your State Colors-Alabama-Purple\, Georgia-Green\, & Tennessee-Blue)7:05-8:30 p.m. Worship & Presentation I \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, October 4th\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30 a.m. Childcare Available (3 Age Tracks)8:45 a.m. Breakouts9:40-10:00 a.m. Break/Transition9:50-10:45 a.m. Affinity Groups (9)11:00 a.m. Worship & Presentation II12:00 p.m. Fellowship MealDeparture \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Leadership\n \n \n \n \n \n Meredith Miller\n \n \n \n \n \n Meredith Miller is a pastor\, parent\, and writer with over 20 years experience in children’s ministry and curriculum. \nIn 2019 she and her husband Curtis started Pomona Valley Church –a church on Zoom that wants to live the one-anothers\, neighbor well\, and do justice.  And eat. \nBut for the 5 years prior she was Curriculum Director for the children’s ministry at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago\, Illinois\, where she created the framework for lessons that responds to the latest research on kids and faith formation.  Since 2007 she’s also been involved with the work of the Fuller Youth Institute. \nMeredith holds a Master of Divinity from Fuller Seminary\, as well as a B.A. in Religious Studies and Spanish Language & Literature from Westmont College. \nHer leadership at the Tri-State CBF Assembly will inspire and guide us as we explore new approaches to nurturing the next generation’s faith. \n \n Learn More\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Our Host Church: First Baptist Church Chattanooga \nThis fall\, as we gather for the very first TAG Assembly\, we’re delighted to be welcomed by First Baptist Church Chattanooga. Just like the tri-state partnership between Tennessee\, Alabama\, and Georgia\, FBC Chattanooga reflects a beautiful blend of unity and diversity in ministry. \nFirmly rooted in the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship\, this congregation is far from ordinary. From the rich\, resonant notes of the pipe organ\, to preaching shared by both women and men\, to children joyfully participating in worship\, FBC Chattanooga fosters an environment where every person can feel at home in God’s family. \nTheir embrace is wide and warm—welcoming the curious and the certain\, the comfortable and the struggling\, the well-fed and the hungry. Here\, relationships grow deep\, offering nourishment\, encouragement\, and lasting connection—just like the bonds we hope to strengthen at the TAG Assembly. \nTogether\, we’ll share in the beauty of bold\, imaginative ministry and the joy of beloved community within this sacred space. We can’t wait to welcome you to Chattanooga this October! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recommended Hotels with Group Rates\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are excited to see you in Chattanooga for the TAG States Gathering. We have been overwhelmed with the positive response of those planning on attending the event. To help accommodate the need for places to stay in the downtown area\, all previous hotels have added rooms to their held blocks. In addition to this\, two new hotels have been added to the offering and are also downtown and close to the church. This is going to be a very busy weekend in Chattanooga and space is limited in these blocks\, so do not delay in contacting the hotel of your choice. After you do that\, be sure and pre-register for the event! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doubletree Chattanooga \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hilton Garden Inn \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Holiday Inn Express \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hampton Inn and Suites \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marriot Chattanooga Downtown \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make TAG a Family Affair!\nThis year’s TAG isn’t just for adults—it’s designed with every generation in mind. From the youngest preschooler to the wisest grandparent\, we’ve built a weekend where everyone finds a place to learn\, grow\, and belong. \nFor Preschool & Elementary KidsYoung ones will dive into imaginative play\, hands-on crafts\, and engaging stories—including a special quilt project where each child will stitch their own piece into a collective masterpiece. \nFor YouthMiddle and high schoolers will reunite with friends from camp\, retreats\, and General Assembly\, sharing experiences that strengthen both faith and friendships. \nTAG isn’t your typical conference—it’s a shared journey of creativity\, connection\, and renewal for the whole family. \n👉 Sign up today and give your children\, teens\, and yourself a weekend that nourishes spirit and community alike! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sign Up Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n There is something for everyone in Chattanooga.\nVisit www.visitchattanooga.com for more things to do and see while in town.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tennessee-Aquarium \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chattanooga is a gem in Tennessee\, packed with scenic charm\, rich history\, and vibrant energy. Start with a stroll or bike ride along the Tennessee Riverwalk – this 13‑mile path boasts boardwalks\, public art\, marsh viewings\, and easy access to Coolidge Park and Ross’s Landing Downtown\, the world‑class Tennessee Aquarium dazzles with fresh- and saltwater exhibits\, penguins\, otters\, and even an IMAX theater Then\, head up Lookout Mountain—ride the historic Incline Railway to the top for jaw-dropping river panoramas—and don’t miss Rock City’s lush gardens and fairy-tale vistas or Ruby Falls’s dramatic underground waterfall tour Stroll across the iconic Walnut Street Bridge\, explore the Bluff View Art District and Hunter Museum of American Art perched above the river\, and maybe fit in a vintage train ride at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum or a ghost tour for some local flair. With eclectic eats\, farmers’ markets\, and arts festivals sprinkled throughout\, you’ll leave feeling like you got the full “Scenic City” experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our sponsors!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us for an Inspiring GatheringDon’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the Tri-State CBF Assembly. Register today to secure your spot and join us in exploring innovative approaches to children’s ministry. Click the link below to sign up and be a part of this transformative event. \n Register Now URL:https://cbfga.org/event/registration-is-open-for-tri-state-cbf-assembly-tag-youre-it/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church Chatanooga tn\, 401 Gateway Avenue\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37402\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Event,Featured On Homepage,Ministers Events,Pastors Events,State Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/tag-smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251119 DTSTAMP:20251118T063505Z CREATED:20230622T192717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T063505Z UID:7026-1763424000-1763510399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2026 Winter Youth Summit DESCRIPTION: Winter Youth Summit is a biennial\, collaborative youth discipleship event among CBF Georgia\, CBF Alabama\, CBF Virginia\, and CBF Tennessee.\nAt WYS 2026\, we’ll explore being fully KNOWN and loved by God. Rooted in John 15:12–17\, our theme reminds us that Jesus calls us friends—not strangers\, not servants—and invites us to live in God’s love. Together\, we’ll worship\, explore missions\, fellowship\, and have plenty of fun. Come ready to be seen\, known\, and transformed. \nTheme: KNOWN \nPreacher: Ben Winder           Worship Leader: Mission House \nCost & Registration\nLate Registration: October 1-December 1\, 2025—$99 per participant \nTo Register & Pay the Deposit \n \n**A deposit of $40 per participant will be required at the time of registration. All deposits are non-refundable but are partially transferable. We will allow deposit funds for up to 5 cancelations to be applied towards your final balance if those changes are made on or before November 1\, 2023.  \nPayments can be made online or they can be mailed to: \nWinter Youth SummitAlabama CBFPO Box 361864Hoover\, AL 35236 \nAccommodations \nHotel Accomodations-Embassy Suites\, Huntsville\nFor WYS 2026 each church group will need to make their own reservations with Embassy Suites\, Huntsville. Our conference rate is $174. All rooms are suite style and come with hot\, made-to-order breakfast for free.  This hotel is also within walking distance of FBC Huntsville. \nLimited number of rooms are reserved\, so make your reservation soon. The discount expires 12/1/25.  \nBooking Link: Alabama CBF Retreat \n Meals \nYour conference fee includes 3 meals and several snack opportunities throughout the weekend. Included meals are dinner Friday and Saturday. Saturday’s food truck lunch is also built into the conference fee this year. Students may want to bring cash\, if they wish to purchase additional snacks or food from the trucks. \nEach group is on its own for breakfast both mornings of the event. If you are staying at the Embassy Suites\, your group will have a free breakfast provided there.  \nLunch on Saturday will be served from Food Trucks at FBC Huntsville. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, January 16 \n5:30 p.m. Group Leader Check-In 6:30 p.m. Doors Open – First Baptist Huntsville*7:00 p.m. Dinner – FBCHSV8:00 p.m. Opening Worship – Life Center9:00 p.m. Group Leader meeting 9:15 p.m. Games and Ice Cream10:00 p.m. Church Group Time10:30 p.m. Return to Hotel / Host Home \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, January 17 \n7:00-9:00 a.m.  Breakfast (On your own)8:00 a.m.  Morning Exercise Options10:00 a.m.  Morning Worship – Life Center11:00 a.m. Break11:15 a.m.  Breakout Session 112:30 p.m.  A Food Truck Lunch1:45 p.m. Breakout Session 23:00 p.m.  Free Time in the Rocket City6:00 p.m. Dinner – FBCHSV7:00 p.m. Evening Worship – Life Center8:15 p.m. Break8:30 p.m. Party9:15 p.m. Milk\, Cookies\, and Fellowship9:45 p.m. Church Group Time10:30 p.m. Return to Hotel / Host Home \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, January 18 \n9:00 a.m.  Breakfast10:00 a.m.  Closing Worship – Life Center11:15 a.m.  Large Group Picture (In Event T-shirt)11:30 a.m.  Glad You Came. Safe Travels! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Check-in is at First Baptist Church Huntsville\, starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday\, January 12. One or two adult representatives from your group may pick up your T-shirts\, name tags and conference information starting at 5:30 p.m. Doors open for students at 6:30 p.m. Please use Entrance 7 to enter and leave the building during the weekend.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pastor & Worship Leader\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For the last three years\, Ben Winder has served as the Pastor of First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg\, Florida. Before this role\, he spent 16 years in youth ministry roles in CBF partner churches in Tennessee\, Texas\, and Alabama. Ben still has a passion for connecting students to the Gospel and helping them grow to be all God is calling them to become. He is a graduate of Baylor University’s Truett Seminary. He and his wife\, Laura Beth\, have two sons\, Levi (8) and Luke (4).  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Born in 2015 out of a community of friends gathered in living rooms and basements\, Mission House is the creative delta formed by artists Jess Ray and Taylor Leonhardt. Aside from being the only female duo in the modern worship space\, Mission House are set apart from other artists and groups by how they’ve been building songs that truly thrive in gatherings. Both Jess and Taylor are phenomenal storytellers\, drawing people to who they and the community they are building not only through their songs\, but also on stage and screen. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/2026-winter-youth-summit/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, Huntsville\, AL\, 600 GOVERNORS DRIVE SW\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801 CATEGORIES:Featured On Homepage,Missions,Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Winter-Youth-Summit.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR