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Today was the second and last day of the 2022 SBC Annual Mtg in Anaheim, CA. As soon as I find an electronic copy of the Book of Reports, I will send it out through another email.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Annual Mtg, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Wednesday Bulletin
After opening with a time of worship, messengers and guests were led in prayer before the annual sermon from Juan Sanchez.
Annual Sermon, Juan Sanches, pastor at High Point Baptist Church in Austin, Texas
Text for Sermon, Ephesians 4:11-16
A healthy church is built on the Word of God that we might look like the Son of God for the glory of God.
Points:
1) Foundation of Word Ministry (verses 11 & 12)
The foundation of the church is built on the confession of Christ by the Apostles, evangelists (gospel spreaders), pastors and teachers. To assure this foundation, the Word of God must be central in corporate worship. Modeling how to understand the Word of God, the preacher must teach those listening how to read the Bible for themselves.
2) Goal of Ministry (verses 13 & 14)
The aim of the foundation of Word ministry is that we would all look like Jesus. If we are not growing in the Word, we must ask why. If we are not growing in the image of Christ, we must ask why. Are we utilizing God-given trellises to help Christians grow: family, corporate worship, small groups, Sunday School, etc.?
3) The Practice of Word Ministry (verse 15)
We are to speak gospel truth in love to each other. Preachers preach, the congregation receives and then reverberates the Word in discipleship conversations, Eph. 4:25.
1st Vice President Election
8123 Messengers, 3413 Voting, 17 Ballots Disallowed
Brad Eubanks, 1685 votes = 49.37%
Vitor Chayasirisobhon, 1711 votes = 50.13% WINNER
Executive Committee Recommendations
Pgs 38-43 of the Book of Reports
All four recommendations passed.
Presentation of UnifyProject
unifysbc.org
2nd Vice President Election
8127 Messengers Registered, 3758 Votes, 10 Disallowed Ballots
Alex Sands, 1689 votes = 44.94%
Ryan Fullerton, 1029 votes = 27.38%
Rudolfo Diaz-Pons, 1030 votes = 27.41%
Run-off
8123 Messengers Registered, 3552 voting, 5 Disallowed Ballots
Sands, 2121 votes = 40.15% WINNER
Diaz-Pons, 1426 votes = 40.15%
Seminary Reports
Official Reports in Book of Reports
Previously Scheduled Business
A motion was made on Tuesday to abolish the ERLC with a vote to be held at the 2022 convention. If passed, a second vote to take place at the 2023 convention.
Motion Failed
Time of Worship
Report on motions made from the floor
7 motions referred to committees and entities
11 motions considered out of order
Todd Unziker nominated for Annual Message at 2023 Mtg
Jim Shaddix nominated as alternate preacher
James Cheesman nominated as worship leader.
All nominations approved.
Committee on Resolutions
Resolutions 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 (pages 21-23 of Wednesday's Bulleting) were approved by messengers.
Stand for Life Presentation
standforlife.com
ERLC Report
Lifeway Report
Lifeway is continuing to restructure with the goal of global impact. It desires to utilize believers from around the world to produce Kingdom resources.
Presentation of Elected Officers
Passing of Gavel
Closing Prayer
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EBA is updating the Pulpit Supply List. If you would like to minister to our churches through preaching when needed, please fill out the statement of faith and mail it to the EBA office with a written recommendation from your pastor.
Click HERE to access the EBA Pulpit Supply Statement of Faith.
Equipment available to EBA churches for outreach and activities:
2 Popcorn Machines
2 Snow Cone Machines
1 Projector
1 Cotton Candy Machine
1 Sound System
Funding available for churches that would like to rent a bounce house.
Starts Sunday, June 26th @ 3PM, Oak Ridge Baptist Church.
How to Understand the Bible
An introduction to the doctrinal, historical, and literary nature of the Bible and other general questions involved in reading the Bible with understanding. The course also deals with the authority, purpose, and message of the Bible; the history reflected in the Old Testament; and principles of biblical interpretation.
Textbook: 40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible, Robert L. Plummer, ISBN: 978-0-8254-3498-3
Course Cost for Students with books --$190.99
Course Cost for Students without books --$169.00
Contact Chas by Monday June 20th to register.
If you would like to sponsor a student, please contact Chas.
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Center Hill: June 20-24, 6-9 PM
Alamance: June 20-23, 6-8:30 pm, Registration June 11 @ 6 pm
Pinecrest: June 27-29
FBC Queen City: June 27-30
Smyrna: June 27-July 1
FBC Linden: July 11-15, 5:30 PM
FBC Atlanta: July 24-27, 6-8 PM, K-6th
FBC Avinger: July 30, 10 AM-3 PM, K-8th
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FBC Linden has tables and chairs available to lend for church outreach & activities.
Summer Mission Projects - Are you looking for a local, summer mission project? Please contact Chas for ideas on how you can serve in our association.
Douglasville Baptist Church is in need of a piano player for their morning service. If you, or someone in your church can help fill this ministry need, please let Chas know and he will connect you with Pastor Dan Griekspoor.
Vacation Bible School - Does your church need help with VBS or other ministry projects this summer? There are churches in the EBA that would like to partner with you. Please contact Chas if you need help or resources.
(Please let EBA know if there is a specific need in your church. We are here to serve one another.)
There are some churches within the association that is need of Pastors. If anyone has any recommended candidates, please contact Chas. All resumes will need to be submitted directly to the EBA office.
The ministry center is in need of volunteers to sort and wash clothing on Wednesday mornings. If you or a group from your church would be willing to help, please contact the EBA office.