SEPT 3

1. LABOR DAY - 
   SBFA MISSION OFFICE CLOSED

   
   

   
   

SEPT 6

1. 3rd Quarter Church Plant/ Development @ Missions Center
   

SEPT 8

Men’s Ministry Leadership Event, Saturday, September 8^th at Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresville, NC.  Friends, this is an exciting time to be involved in Men’s Ministry.  We are seeing God at work in the lives of men all over North Carolina!  Men are growing closer in their walk with Christ, families are strengthened, pastors are being encouraged, and churches are being changed!  This one-day leadership training event is designed for Baptist Men’s Directors, Men’s Ministry Leaders, Pastors or anyone who has a heart for discipling men.  The program will include an overview, followed by sessions on men’s discipleship, missions involvement, outreach, and more.  Come enjoy the fellowship and network with local church men’s leaders from across the state while you sharpen your leadership skills!  There will also be separate training tracks for those who work with Royal Ambassadors and Challengers.  These leaders will receive updates on curriculum as well as tips on beginning or enhancing the program for the boys and young men in your church.  The cost is $10 per person and will include lunch.  Registration is required.  For more information or to register visit our website at:  https://baptistonmission.org/born/men-s-sministry/men’s-ministry-training---mooresville/3485, or contact Kailyn Eskridge, NC Baptist Men at 919-459-5596 or mabernathy@ncbaptist.org. 

SEPT 11

1. *2018 One Day Workshops:  A day long on-site session at the Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, led by Danny Franks, Pastor of Guest Services.  A seminar format that will cover one of the following topics:   Volunteer Culture (September 11): finding, training, and keeping those who serve on the weekend.  Workshops are held on a weekday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Who is  it for?  It’s for anyone who considers connections ministry part of their job description. One-Day Workshops are open to full-time or part-time staff members, ministry interns, and key volunteers.  Workshops are priced affordably, because we strongly encourage you to come with at least one other person from your team (staff or volunteers). Load up the van, and amplify the impact on your church!  Anyone who wants to connect. Workshops target a mid-sized audience of 30-50 participants.   Workshops are $99 per person, and include:  *Specific training in particular areas, helping you to focus on where you are and where you need to be.  *New friendships from churches of all shapes and sizes.  *Practical tools and resources to help you get started. *Meals and snacks throughout the day. Register at https://summitrdu.brushfire.com/events
2. 11 AM MINISTER'S CONFERENCE
3. 6PM EXECUTIVE TEAM MEETING
4. 7PM ASSOCIATION BOARD MEETING
   

 SEPT 22

Calvary Baptist Church (493 Calvary Ch Rd, Lincolnton)  will host a Living Proof Simulcast on Saturday, September 22^nd from 9 am – 4 pm (Doors open at 8:30 am).  Study with Beth Moore and worship with Travis Cottrell.  Tickets are $15 and covers the event,  lunch and a program guide. For more information, please call Kathy at 704-530-9482 and leave a message.  Also, visit Facebook: Beth Moore simulcast Calvary Lincolnton.

OCT 6  

1. 8AM TO NOON BAPTIST MEN'S RALLY W/ LUNCH - Ramp Panel Construction
   

OCT 8 Happy Columbus Day

OCT 9

1. 11 am Minister's Conference
2. 4th Quarter Executive Team Meeting 6pm
3. 7pm Executive Team Meeting @ Missions Center
   

OCT 16

1. *2018 One Day Workshops:  A day long on-site session at the Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, led by Danny Franks, Pastor of Guest Services.  A seminar format that will cover one of the following topics: (NEW!) After the First Visit (October 16):  taking your guests beyond the first visit with robust follow up, reproducible systems, and next steps that stick Workshops are held on a weekday from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm. Who is  it for?  It’s for anyone who considers connections ministry part of their job description. One-Day Workshops are open to full-time or part-time staff members, ministry interns, and key volunteers. Workshops are priced affordably, because we strongly encourage you to come with at least one other person from your team (staff or volunteers). Load up the van, and amplify the impact on your church! Anyone who wants to connect. Workshops target a mid-sized audience of 30-50 participants.  Workshops are $99 per person, and include:  *Specific training in particular areas, helping you to focus on where you are and where you need to be.  *New friendships from churches of all shapes and sizes.  *Practical tools and resources to help you get started. *Meals and snacks throughout the day. Register at https://summitrdu.brushfire.com/events

OCT 21

1. 4PM SFBA ANNUAL MEETING @ BOGER CITY BAPTIST

NOV 3

All Minister’s wives---Save the date:  Fifth Annual Wives In Ministry Fellowship:  —Saturday, November 3^rd at 10 am.  Meadow Ridge Baptist Church  (1173 Zeb Haynes Rd, Maiden) Speaker:  Janice Drum from Conway, SC.  Special singing by Donna Goodson.  A luncheon will follow the meeting.  No cost to you.  Just come and be blessed.  RSVP by Friday, October 26, 2018 to Kathy Roten (828)320-3699 or email jnegrandmaw@bellsouth.net

NOV 4    

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS ("FALL BACK")

NOV 5

1. BAPTIST WOMEN'S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
2. NC BAPTIST CONVENTION IN GREENSBORO

1. ELECTION DAY
2. NC BAPTIST CONVENTION IN GREENSBORO