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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE 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/ LOCATION:NC 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:20240816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241105 DTSTAMP:20241015T205543Z CREATED:20240816T224122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T205543Z UID:8311-1723766400-1730764799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBFGA State Gathering Highland Hills Baptist Church-Registration-November 10-11\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n \n \n \n \n \n November 10-11\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n Time\n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, 4:00 pm – Monday\, 1:30 pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n \n \n \n \n \n Highland Hills Baptist Church1370 Briarcliff RoadMacon\, GA 31211 \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for two days of Worship\, meals\, converstions\, and networking opportunites designed to equip church leaders with the skills to lead effectively. This year’s Theme is “Being Like Jesus.” \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recommended Hotels\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $119 per night\n \n \n \n \n \n book by October 23\, 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Courtyard by Marriott3990 Sheraton DrMacon\, GA 31210 \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $139 per night \n\n \n \n \n \n \n book by October 23\, 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hilton Garden Inn\n1220 Stadium Dr\nMacon\, GA 30104\n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $139 per night \n\n \n \n \n \n \n book by October 20\, 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n TownePlace Suites\n1550 Mercer Univ. Dr.\nMacon\, GA 30104\n \n Book 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 Event Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\n \n \n \n \n \n November 10\, 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4:00 p.m. – Coordinating Council Meeting5:00 p.m. – Dinner6:30 p.m. – Worship (with John Pierce preaching and combined area CBF choir)8:00 p.m. – Screening of Rising Hope \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday\n \n \n \n \n \n November 11\, 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00 – 9:15 a.m. – Breakfast and conversation with John Pierce9:30 – 9:45 a.m. – Business meeting around the tables10:00 a.m. – Conversation with John Pierce11:15 a.m. – Worship12:30 p.m. – Lunch and ministry network gatherings1:30 p.m. – Leave for home \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Our Leaders\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n John Pierce\n \n \n \n \n \n Recently retired from Good Faith Media as Executive Editor of Nurturing Faith journal for 24 years\, John is well-known in Georgia CBF circles. John previously served as a Baptist campus minister\, and he has served multiple CBFGA churches as interim pastor. \nHe is currently Director of the Jesus Worldview Initiative at Belmont University in Nashville\, Tennessee. John is a native of Ringgold\, Georgia\, and attended Berry College\, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary\, and Columbia Theological Seminary.\n \n \n \n \n \n \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. Richard Kosowski\n \n \n \n \n \n Rich Kosowski is a child of the Midwest\, born in Chicago and growing up around Green Bay\, Wisconsin. He has earned a Bachelor of Music Education from Truman State University\, a Master of Music in Performance from University of Miami\, and a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Vocal Pedagogy and Voice Science from the University of Houston. Rich has held different cantor\, chorister\, and conductor positions in churches and synagogues throughout his adult life. He has maintained a rich and fulfilling performance career\, which includes professional opera\, oratorio\, and choral work. Rich currently serves as the Director of Graduate Studies and chair of the Vocal Studies Area at Mercer University’s Townsend School of Music.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Gunter Shapard\n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Gunter Shapard is the Regional Vice President for Together for Hope\, Black Belt. She is also a co-founder of Pastors for Florida Children\, a public education advocacy group in the Sunshine State that was formed in 2019. Previously\, she served as the Associate Coordinator of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Florida from June 2012 – March 2020; as an Eldercare Advocate at Baptist Health in Jacksonville\, FL from 2009-2012; as a Hospice Chaplain for VistaCare Hospice in Lubbock\, TX from 2006-2009; as Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Outreach at FBC Gainesville\, GA from 2000 – 2006; and as an Admissions Counselor at McAfee School of Theology from 1998 – 2000.\n \n \n \n \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 Unforgettable Experience\n \n \n \n \n \n Often the terms “biblical worldview” and “Christian worldview” are used to define a narrow religious-political ideology that diminishes or dismisses the central figure of the Christian Bible and Christianity: Jesus. \nHowever\, the values and attributes — that Jesus compels his followers to emulate — are revealed clearly in the Gospels and prioritized in his summarizing call to love God with all our being and our broadly defined neighbors. \nThe Jesus Worldview Initiative provides a much-needed lens for seeing the ways the primary call to follow Jesus are actually present in or absent from Christian expressions today. \nIn response\, the initiative provides ways to refocus on following Jesus more intently as the highest priority for individual Christians\, churches and other organizations.\n \n Register Today URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbfga-state-gathering-highland-hills-baptist-church-registration/ LOCATION:Highland Hills Baptist Church\, 1370 Briarcliff Road\, Macon\, GA\, 31211\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Event,Ministers Events,Missions,Pastors Events,State Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jesus-World-View-for-State-Meeting-e1724872827727.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTSTAMP:20250423T045141Z CREATED:20250423T042204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T045141Z UID:9082-1742860800-1746143999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Executive Coordinator Search DESCRIPTION:Leading the Way Forward\n \n \n \n \n \n Help Us Shape the Future of The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia\n \n \n \n \n \n We are on a mission to find a visionary leader who will guide our community of churches and pastors across Georgia\, fostering growth and collaboration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Apply 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 A Call for Leadership\n \n \n \n \n \n Our Next Executive Coordinator\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Executive Coordinator role is pivotal within the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia\, serving as the cornerstone of our mission to support and nurture churches statewide. This position requires a dynamic leader who can seamlessly integrate financial oversight\, administrative excellence\, and missional guidance\, ensuring our congregations thrive in their spiritual journeys. The Executive Coordinator will be instrumental in crafting strategies that align with our values and vision\, making a lasting impact on the Baptist community in Georgia. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Key Responsibilities\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Strategic Leadership\n Develop and implement strategic plans that align with CBFGA’s mission and vision\, ensuring sustainable growth and impact. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Support\n Provide resources and encouragement to churches\, pastors\, and laity\, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Operational Oversight\n Manage the financial and administrative functions of CBFGA\, ensuring efficient and effective operations across all areas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Essential Qualifications\n \n \n \n \n \n Candidate Requirements\n \n \n \n \n \n Applicants must possess a seminary degree\, demonstrating a solid theological foundation and understanding of ministry. Significant experience in ministry leadership is essential\, showcasing the ability to guide and inspire diverse congregational settings. Strong communication skills are imperative\, enabling effective interaction with churches\, pastors\, and laity across Georgia. The ideal candidate will be adept at fostering relationships and providing strategic direction to support the mission of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Desirable Attributes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Qualifications\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n While not mandatory\, candidates with experience in nonprofit management will find themselves well-prepared to handle the administrative and financial responsibilities of the role. Additionally\, proficiency in preaching and public speaking will be highly regarded\, as these skills are vital for engaging with congregations and representing CBFGA at various events. These additional qualifications will enhance the candidate’s ability to lead effectively and make a significant impact within our community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Application Timeline\n \n \n \n \n \n We are excited to begin our search for a new Executive Coordinator and have outlined a clear timeline for the application process. Resume review will commence on May 1\, 2025\, and will continue until the position is filled. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure consideration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n Resume Review Begins\n \n \n \n \n \n Starting May 1\, 2025\, we will begin reviewing applications for the Executive Coordinator position. This marks the first step in our selection process. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n Interviews Conducted\n \n \n \n \n \n Throughout June 2025\, selected candidates will be invited for interviews. This phase will allow us to engage with potential leaders and assess their fit for the role. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n Final Selection\n \n \n \n \n \n By August 2025\, we aim to finalize our decision and extend an offer to the chosen candidate. This will conclude our search for a visionary leader to guide CBFGA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n New Coordinator Announcement\n \n \n \n \n \n We anticipate announcing our new Executive Coordinator in September 2025\, welcoming them to lead and inspire our community into the future. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phone\n (478) 555-1234\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email\n cbfgeorgiasearch@gmail.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Address\n For inquiries\, please reach out to our office at 5678 Baptist Lane\, Macon\, GA 31201 \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Our Leadership TeamIf you are driven by a passion for nurturing church communities and have the skills to lead with vision and compassion\, we invite you to apply for the Executive Coordinator position. Your leadership can make a significant impact on our mission across Georgia. \n Apply Now URL:https://cbfga.org/event/executive-coordinator-search/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Adult Event,Ministers Events,Pastors Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Were-Hiring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503 DTSTAMP:20250310T191852Z CREATED:20241204T220557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T191852Z UID:8823-1743379200-1746230399@cbfga.org SUMMARY:CBFGA / Together for Hope / Fuller Center Home Build in Ben Hill County DESCRIPTION:Individuals & groups are invited to build affordable housing with us in Ben Hill County – one of GA’s counties of persistent rural poverty.\n \n \nMarch 31- April 5\, 2025\nApril 7 – April 12\, 2025\nHoly Week Off\nApril 21 – 26\, 2025\nApril 28 – May 2\, 2025\nKickoff Dinner on March 31\, 2025\, 6:00 p.m.\nBuild Dedication on May 2\, 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n HOW TO SUPPORT THE BUILD\n  \nBE A “SQUARE FOOTER”\nThe cost of a new build home in Fitzgerald\, GA is $125\,000 for a 1200 sq. ft. home\, so the cost per square foot is roughly $100. If you\, your Bible Study group\, your Sunday school class\, your church’s Mission’s Committee\, your extended family\, your business\, etc. would be willing to commit to one or more square feet\, together we will raise enough money to build a new affordable home in Fitzgerald. See donation options below. \n\nBE A MEAL SPONSOR\nWork teams will be fed lunch\, snacks and beverages six days/week and communal dinners two nights/week. If you would like to sponsor a meal\, see donation options below. \n\nBE A VOLUNTEER\nYou are invited to participate in Together We Build in Fitzgerald\, GA. Whether you are an individual or part of a group\, we have a place for you! The weekly build schedule for all four weeks of the build begins with a communal dinner on Sunday night at 6 p.m. Work on the build site begins on Monday morning and concludes on the following Saturday. If your group wants to get creative and (for example) bring 3 people for the first 3 days and another set of 3 for the remaining 3 days\, we invite this type of creativity! \n\nUp to 25 volunteers can sign up to work each week. Work site hours are 7:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. daily on Monday through Saturday (except the last week). Each week two communal dinners will be provided. Lunch\, snacks and beverages will be provided daily on the work site. \n\nQuestions? Email – rachel@tfhope.org\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Square Footer and/or Meal Sponsor\n \n Millard Fuller Legacy Build Volunteer Registration URL:https://cbfga.org/event/cbfga-together-for-hope-fuller-center-home-build-in-ben-hill-county/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Adult Event,Children's Event,Family Event,Ministers Events,Missions,Senior Adult Event,Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/TFH-Build-Yellos-copy.png 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316 DTSTAMP:20260217T074409Z CREATED:20251117T080049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T074409Z UID:8750-1773360000-1773619199@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Mission Madness DESCRIPTION:Register Here!\n \n then Pay the Deposit Here!\n \n \n \n \n \n Macon Mission Madness Registration is Open!\n  \nYouth Groups: Get ready for a weekend packed with service\, worship\, laughter\, and unforgettable moments!\n  \nCo-Hosed by Highland Hills Baptist Church\, First Baptist Church of Christ and Vineville Baptist ChurchFriday–Sunday\, March 13-15\, 2026 \nCost: $45 Deposit Per person \nTotal: $90 Per person \nMacon Mission Madness brings people together for a weekend of connection and purpose—sharing meals\, worshiping together\, digging into scripture\, serving our community\, and having a whole lot of fun along the way. \n✨ Open to all CBFGA youth groups –register now and get ready for a weekend you’ll never forget. \nQuestions? You’ll hear from Rachel Greco with details about t-shirts and final numbers as we get closer to the event. But for now—sign up\, tell your friends\, and start packing your work clothes and closed toe shoes. \n \n \n \n \n \n \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-Allie Ford\n\n\nAllie Ford is a senior at Mercer University\, studying English Secondary Education and Religion. In college\, she’s served as the Interim Director of Youth Ministries at First Baptist Church of Christ at Macon\, as well as in a variety of roles at Passport Camps and CBF of GA. Currently\, Allie is finishing up her student teaching before beginning seminary in the Fall. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Worship Leader(s)-Vineville Baptist Church Praise Team\n\n\nWith keys\, drums\, layered vocals\, and a whole lot of personality\, they’re proof that great music doesn’t belong to one age—it belongs to everyone willing to show up and play. Expect tight rhythms\, honest lyrics\, unexpected laughs\, and the kind of sound that feels like both a front-porch jam session and a standing-ovation encore. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tentative  Schedule \n Arrive in town and settle in—Mission Madness begins! \nOn your own:Check in to your hotel as you arrive \n7:00 p.m. – Registration Opens + Dinner at Vineville Baptist Church\, MaconGrab your name tag\, eat up\, and reconnect with friends (or make new ones!). \n8:30 p.m. – 🙌 Welcome\, Chaperone Meeting & Opening WorshipWe’ll kick off the weekend together and set the tone for what’s ahead. \n10:30 p.m. – Head back to the hotel11:30 p.m. – 😴 Lights Out (Rest up—big day coming!) \n\n☀️ Saturday: Serve\, Learn & Celebrate\nThis is where Mission Madness really shines! \n8:00 a.m. – Breakfast at the HotelFuel up for a full day of mission and movement. \n8:30 a.m. – Gather with Mission Groups at FBCX\, MaconMeet your crew and get ready to head out. \n9:00 a.m. – 🛠️ Travel to Mission SitesTime to serve\, love\, and make a difference in our community. \n4:30 p.m. – Break & Clean Up at HotelsShower\, chill\, and change—it’s almost celebration time. \n6:30 p.m. – Supper at Vineville Baptist Church\, Macon \n7:30 p.m. – 🎶 Worship at Vineville Baptist Church\, MaconMusic\, message\, and meaningful moments together. \n8:45 p.m. – 🎉 Break & Head to the Party9:00 p.m. – 🕺 PARTY TIME!Laugh\, dance\, and enjoy being together. \n10:30 p.m. – Return to hotels11:30 p.m. – 😴 Lights Out \n\n🌅 Sunday: Worship & Send-Off\nA meaningful close to a powerful weekend. \n8:00 a.m. – 🍩 Breakfast at Hotel & Check-Out \n8:30 a.m. – Closing Worship Service at Highland Hills Baptist ChurchWe’ll reflect\, celebrate\, and worship one last time together. \n9:30 a.m. – Dismissal\, Load Vans & Head HomeFull hearts\, tired feet\, and stories you’ll be telling for weeks. \n \n \n \n \n \n Possible/Probable Work Sites\n(aka: where we roll up our sleeves and do real good): \n☀️ Daybreak – starting the day by showing up for neighbors who need hope and hospitality \n🏡 Appleton Episcopal Ministries – hands-on help that meets real needs with real love \n🥪 Community Fridge Lunch Crew – making and packing lunches that turn into immediate\, tangible care \n🌱 Community Gardens – getting our hands dirty so good things can grow (literally) \n🔨 Rebuilding Macon – repairing homes and restoring dignity\, one project at a time \n📚 Brookdale Resource Center – supporting education\, stability\, and opportunity \n🏠 Habitat for Humanity – helping build more than houses… building futures \n❤️ Ronald McDonald House – serving families when they need comfort the most \n🎨 Chalk the City – spreading joy and encouragement through colorful messages in public spaces \n🧹 Neighborhood Clean-Up with Keep Macon Bibb Beautiful – loving our city by caring for the spaces we all share \nBottom line: real people\, real places\, real impact. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/macon-mission-madness/ LOCATION:Macon\, GA CATEGORIES:Missions,Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Mission-Madness-Logo-Square-Smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507 DTSTAMP:20260217T055204Z CREATED:20251117T080029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T055204Z UID:8774-1777766400-1778111999@cbfga.org SUMMARY:Senior Adult Retreat-May 3-5\, 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us next May for an unforgettable time of worship\, learning\, and fellowship at the Senior Adult Retreat—a cherished annual event designed for seniors who are still young at heart! This retreat offers inspiring worship\, uplifting music\, engaging breakout sessions\, great food\, and plenty of free time to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Where: FBC St. Simons Island\nWhen: May 3-6\, 2026\n\n Date: Sunday Evening\, May 3 – Wednesday Lunch\, May 6\, 2026 \nPlace: First Baptist Church\, St. Simons Island \nRetreat Cost: $60/Person (includes two lunches and two fellowships)  \n  \nLodging Suggestions \n  \nSuggested hotels and accommodations\, along with Airbnb and VRBO\, include: \nSaint Simons Inn (912)-638-1101 \n31 Rooms Blocked \n$152.10 each Night \nGroup Code for CBFGA 2026 is 0526 \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Very Tentative Retreat Schedule\n  \nSunday\, May 3\n7:00 – 8:30 PM – Check-in at First Baptist Church\, St. Simons \nMonday\, May 4\n9:00 AM – Morning Celebration9:45 AM – 10:30 AM – Breakout Session #110:45 AM – 11:30 AM – Breakout Session #211:45 AM – Lunch & Learn12:45 PM – 7:00 PM – Free Time & Dinner on Your Own7:00 PM – Worship8:00 PM – Cake Fellowship & Sing-along with the Ukulele Ensemble (First Baptist\, Griffin) \nTuesday\, May 5\n9:00 AM – Morning Celebration9:45 AM – 10:30 AM – Breakout Session #310:45 AM – 11:30 AM – Breakout Session #411:45 AM – Lunch12:45 PM – 7:00 PM – Free Time & Dinner on Your Own7:00 PM – Worship8:00 PM – Trivia and Ice Cream Fellowship \nWednesday\, May 6\n9:30 AM – Coffee & Fellowship10:00 AM – Closing Worship & Communion11:00 AM – Departure \nQuestions?\nFor more information\, contact Rachel Greco: \n\nEmail: rgreco@cbfga.org\nCall/Text: (478) 538-5000\n\nWe can’t wait to see you in May! 🌴🎶🙏 \n  URL:https://cbfga.org/event/senior-adult-retreat-4/ LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, St. Simons\, 729 Ocean Blvd\, St Simons Island\, GA \, 31522 \, United States CATEGORIES:Senior Adult Event,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:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260602T014522Z CREATED:20240912T145838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T014522Z UID:8608-1789689600-1789948799@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2026 CBFGA Children's Retreat Registration Open (Second Try) DESCRIPTION:CBFGA Children’s Retreat\nFollowing God from the Inside Out\n(3rd – 6th Graders) \nCBFGA is delighted to announce the Third Annual Children’s Retreat for kids in 3rd-6th grade. \nPlace: Rock Eagle\, Eatonton\, GA\nDate: September 18-20\, 2026\n1. Register Here!\n2. Pay the Deposit of $90/per person\nTotal Cost: $180 per person \nDeposit: $90 per person \n3. Allergies\, T-shirts and Gender Breakdown\nChildren’s Retreat Schedule\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 Rachel Greco. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/2026-cbfga-childrens-retreat-second-try/ LOCATION:Rock Eagle\, 350 Rock Eagle Road\, Eatonton\, Georgia\, 31024 CATEGORIES:Children's Event,Family Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-7-2026-03_22_45-PM-e1780360309123.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T140000 DTSTAMP:20260909T061209Z CREATED:20260719T120003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061209Z UID:10178-1791134100-1791208800@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2026 State Gathering-Smoke Rise Baptist Church DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n \n \n \n \n \n October 4-5\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n Time\n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, 5:15 p.m. – Monday\, 2:00 p.m.\n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n \n \n \n \n \n Smoke Rise Baptist Church\n5901 Hugh Howell Rd.\nStone Mountain\, GA 300871\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for two days of Worship\, meals\, converstions\, and networking opportunites designed to equip church leaders with the skills to lead effectively. This year’s Theme is “More than Enough: Equipped for this Moment.”\n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tentative Event Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\n \n \n \n \n \n October 04\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4:45 p.m. – Register and Enjoy Exhibit Hall5:30 p.m. – Dinner7:15 p.m. – Worship*Dessert Reception Following Worship \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday\n \n \n \n \n \n October 05\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30 – Registration9:00 – 10:00 a.m. – Workshops I10:15 – 11:15 a.m. – Workshops II11:30 a.m. – Lunch12:45 p.m. – Worship2:00 p.m. – Leave for home \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Our Leaders\n \n \n \n \n \n \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. Elizabeth Arnold "Ebby" (EE-BEE)\n \n \n \n \n \n Our preacher\, Dr. Elizabeth “Ebby” (EE-BEE) Arnold\, serves as Scholar-in-Residence for The Candler Foundry\, where she created the Foundations in Faith and Leadership online certificate program for community- and church-based theological education. She also teaches courses through both The Candler Foundry and Candler School of Theology’s M.Div. program\, as well as in the Foundry’s Courses in the Community initiative. Dr. Arnold is also a member of Smoke Rise Baptist Church. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Danny Vancil\n \n \n \n \n \n Our Worship leader\, Danny Vancil\, became the Minister of Worship & Music at Smoke Rise Baptist Church in May\, 2006. A native of Illinois\, Danny received a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree from Murray State University (1986) and a Master of Church Music from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (1989). Danny loves creating thoughtful worship that utilizes both traditional and modern elements while maintaining historic Baptist values. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshops to Equip You for This Moment\n \n \n \n \n \n MONDAY | 9:00–10:00 A.M.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n COME\, LET US SING\n \n\n \n Led by Danny Vancil\, Minister of Music and Worship\, Smoke Rise Baptist Church\n \n\n \n Add your voice to our closing worship! This rehearsal is open to anyone who enjoys singing and wants to help lead our community in worship. We’ll learn and rehearse the music together. Just bring your voice and a willingness to sing.\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \nRESPONDING TO COMMUNITY AND CALL: LAUNCHING A FAITH & WELLNESS MINISTRY\n \n\n \n \n Led by Cathy Martin and Tricia Etheridge\, Lay Leaders\, Haddock Baptist Church\n\nCongregations are called to be in community with one another and with their neighbors. Discover how lay leaders in a rural congregation responded to that call by developing a Faith & Wellness Ministry shaped by the needs of their community. \n Hear how they connected participants with resources for physical\, mental\, and spiritual well-being\, and consider what responding to the needs of your own community might look like. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n PEOPLE\, PLACES & POSSIBILITIES\n\n \n Led by Rev. Ellen Sechrest\, Director of Mission Engagement\, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship \n \n\n What might missions look like when we begin with the people\, places\, and possibilities already around us?\n \n \nBeginning with Scarlette Jasper’s ministry and community connections as a starting point\, this workshop will explore creative approaches to missions\, including opportunities you can replicate\, join\, or support. Come ready to expand your imagination and consider new ways your congregation can connect with missions in your own community and beyond.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n THE BIBLE AND POP CULTURE\n \n\n \n Led by Dr. Dave Garber\, Associate Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew\, McAfee School of Theology\, Mercer University \n \n\n \n Explore the fascinating places where Scripture and popular culture meet with Dr. Dave Garber of McAfee School of Theology.\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n MONDAY | 10:15–11:15 A.M.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n BEDSIDE MANNER: BEST PRACTICES FOR HOSPITAL\, ASSISTED LIVING & HOME CARE VISIT\n\n \n Led by Rev. Patrick Baxter-Andrews\, Staff Chaplain\, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta\, and Rev. Mitzi Ethridge-Cantrell\, Pastoral Care Associate\, Smoke Rise Baptist Church \n \n\n Whether pastoral care has been part of your ministry for decades or you’re just beginning to make those first visits\, there is always more to learn about caring well.\nTwo experienced ministers\, a congregational minister and a hospital chaplain\, will share best practices from their distinct perspectives\, offering helpful approaches\, lessons learned\, and practical tools for meaningful pastoral care visits. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n BIBLE STUDY: EQUIPPED FOR THIS MOMENT \n\n \n Led by Dr. Ron McClung\, Associate Coordinator\, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia \n \n\n Through study\, reflection\, and conversation\, this Bible study will explore our State Gathering theme\, More Than Enough: Equipped for This Moment\, and invite us to consider how God is at work in and through the gifts\, resources\, and people already among us. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n SPACES OF PLENTY: THRIVING APPROACHES TO CHURCH BUILDINGS & PROPERTIES \n\n \n Led by Matthew Loomis Rehnborg\, Senior Planner\, and Rev. Devita Parnell\, Senior Pastor\, First Baptist Church of Morrow \n \n\n Church buildings can present significant challenges\, but they can also offer abundant possibilities for ministry\, community connection\, and new partnerships.\nExplore practical approaches for imagining new uses for church buildings and properties\, and hear lessons from First Baptist Church of Morrow’s experience opening its campus to new people\, partnerships\, and unexpected opportunities. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n BEYOND WELCOME: NEURODIVERSITY IN THE CHURCH \n\n \n Led by Rev. Harrison Litzell\, Program Coordinator\, Baugh Center for Baptist Leadership \n \n\n What does it look like for a congregation to truly welcome and support neurodivergent children and families?\nExplore practical ways churches can create spaces of belonging and participation\, not only in worship but throughout the life of the congregation. Consider how greater awareness and intentional practices can help build a church community where people of all neurotypes can fully participate and thrive. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n CALLED TO LEAD: WOMEN IN MINISTRY \n\n \n Featuring Rev. Nikki Hardeman\, Dr. Karen Massey\, Rev. Ruth Perkins Lee and others \n \n\n What shapes the way we understand who is called to ministry and leadership in the church?\n \nThrough a fishbowl conversation with women and men in ministry\, we’ll explore the experiences\, assumptions\, and practices that influence how congregations recognize and welcome women’s leadership. Drawing on research\, personal experiences\, and the perspectives of both women and men\, the conversation will consider how churches can broaden their imagination for who God may be calling to lead. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Affinity Tables\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nFind Your People. Join the Conversation.\n\n Make the most of lunch! Jump into a hosted conversation\, swap ideas\,\n meet someone new\, and connect with others who share your interests.\n \n\n Don’t see the conversation you’re looking for? Start one!\n Lunch is your chance to make connections and see where the conversation leads.\n \n\nLunch isn’t just lunch at State Gathering! \nGrab your meal\, find a table that interests you\, and spend some time connecting with people who understand your ministry\, your questions\, or your interests. No sign-up needed — just pull up a chair.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCHILDREN\nFor anyone who works with\, leads\, or cares about ministry with children and families. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nYOUTH\nFor anyone who works with\, leads\, or cares about ministry with youth. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCHAPLAINS\nFor chaplains and others serving in chaplaincy or specialized ministry settings. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nSMALL-TOWN & RURAL CHURCHES\nFor those serving and leading in small-town and rural congregations. Share ideas\, challenges\, and the unique opportunities of ministry in your setting. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nCBFGA LEADERSHIP\nFor those serving on the Coordinating Council\, Congregational Life Team\,Missions Team\, or Leadership Development Team.Connect with others helping shape and support the work of CBF Georgia. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nPASTORS\nA place for pastors to connect\, share experiences\, swap ideas\, and learn from one another. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nDEACONS\nFor deacons and those who work with or support deacon ministry in their congregation. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nFACILITIES\nCaring for church property or wondering how your buildings could be used more creatively? Connect with others who are managing\, reimagining\, and finding new possibilities for church spaces. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nWELCOME & BELONGING\nHow do we help new people move from visitor to belonging? \nTalk with others about welcoming and connecting people through worship\, Sunday school\, Bible studies\, and the broader life of the church. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hotels\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort\n\n 4021 Lakeview Drive\n Stone Mountain\, GA 30083 \n \n\n Approximately 4.7 miles from Smoke Rise Baptist Church\n \n Located inside Stone Mountain Park. Park entry is included with a resort reservation.\n \n Phone: 770-879-9900\n \n\n \n Visit Hotel Website\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Country Inn & Suites by Radisson\, Stone Mountain\n \n 1852 Rockbridge Road SW\n Stone Mountain\, GA 30087\n \n Approximately 2.8 miles from Smoke Rise Baptist Church\n One of the closest hotel options to the church\n \n Phone: 470-567-9627\n\n Visit Hotel Website\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta-Emory University Area \n\n 2183 North Decatur Road \nDecatur\, GA 30033\n Approximately 10.5 miles from Smoke Rise Baptist Church \n \n Phone: 404-320-0888\n \n Visit Hotel Website\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Hampton Inn & Suites Snellville\, Georgia NE \n\n 1905 Pharrs Road \nSnellville\, GA 30078\n \nApproximately 10.6 miles from Smoke Rise Baptist Church \n \n Phone: 678-344-9090\n\n Visit Hotel Website\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Decatur/Emory \n\n 116 Clairemont Avenue \nDecatur\, GA 30030\n Approximately 10.5 miles from Smoke Rise Baptist Church \n \n Phone: 404-377-6360\n\n Visit Hotel Website URL:https://cbfga.org/event/2026-state-gathering-smoke-rise-baptist-church/ LOCATION:Smoke Rise Baptist Church\, 5901 Hugh Howell Rd.\, Stone Mountain\, GA\, 30087\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Event,Ministers Events,Pastors Events,Senior Adult Event,State Gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/State-Gathering-Logo-e1784512432575.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTSTAMP:20260602T032410Z CREATED:20260602T030611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T032410Z UID:10110-1794528000-1794787199@cbfga.org SUMMARY:2026 Youth Fall Retreat Registration Open DESCRIPTION:Youth Fall Retreat Registration is Open!\n \nYouth Groups: Get ready for a weekend packed with worship\, laughter\, and unforgettable moments!\nFriday–Sunday\, November 13-15\, 2026 \nCost: $90 Deposit Per person \nTotal: $180 Per person \n \nFall Retreat brings people together for a weekend of connection and purpose—sharing meals\, worshiping together\, digging into scripture\, and having a whole lot of fun along the way. \n✨ Open to all CBFGA youth groups –register now and get ready for a weekend you’ll never forget. \nQuestions? You’ll hear from Rachel Greco with details about t-shirts and final numbers as we get closer to the event. But for now—sign up and tell your friends. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Here!\n \n then Pay the Deposit Here!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tentative  Schedule\n \n Arrive in town and settle in—Fall Retreat begins! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n FRIDAY: WELCOME TO THE RETREAT! \n🕖 7:00 PM – Check-In OpensDrop your bags\, snag your bunk\, and meet the crew! (We’ll be here a while as groups arrive.) \n🎉 8:30ish PM – Opening Celebration + WorshipLet’s kick things off together! (Depending on arrivals\, we may start closer to 9:00 PM-flex those expectations!) \n💬 10:00 PM – Church Group TimeGather with your crew to unpack the night\, laugh a little\, and maybe snack a lot. \n🌙 11:00 PM – Lights Out(But no promises you’ll actually sleep yet.) \n\nSATURDAY: THE BIG DAY \n🥞 8:00 AM – BreakfastFuel up-there’s a big day ahead! \n🎶 9:30 AM – Morning WorshipMusic\, messages\, and moments to remember. \n💭 10:30 AM – Church Group TimeDive deeper into the theme and what it means for you. \n🍽️ 12:30 PM – Lunch \n🕶️ 1:00 PM – Free Time with Your GroupPlay games\, chill out\, hike\, nap\, laugh ‘til your stomach hurts-your group\, your choice. \n🍔 6:00 PM – Dinner \n🔥 7:00 PM – Evening WorshipWind down with music and reflection as the stars come out. \n🌌 8:15 PM – Church Group TimeTalk\, reflect\, and prepare your heart for what’s next. \n🔥 9:30 PM – BONFIRE NIGHT!Think s’mores\, songs\, stories\, and a few surprise moments under the stars. \n😴 11:30 PM – Lights OutTime to recharge. \n\nSUNDAY: SEND-OFF WITH PURPOSE \n☕ 8:00 AM – BreakfastOne last time to gather around the table. \n🕊️ 9:00 AM – Closing Worship + CommunionA sacred and beautiful time to close out the weekend. \n📸 10:00 AM – Group Photo & GoodbyesSmile big-then head home ready to live the message. \n\n📌 PRO TIP: Bring your Bible\, a hoodie for the bonfire\, your best group game face\, and an open heart. URL:https://cbfga.org/event/2026-youth-fall-retreat-registration-open/ LOCATION:Camp Glisson\, 690 Camp Glisson Road\, Dahlonega\, GA\, 30533\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbfga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Fall-Youth-Retreat-Registration-Open-e1780365721115.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR