WARSAW – Fire insurance, a good thing to have before leaving earth. Worshippers at Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Warsaw also know that an insurance policy is a good investment to have while here, in case of fire, which is exactly what occurred to their church in August of last year. Early Monday morning, Aug. 27, a passerby spotted a fire raging on an outer wall on the west side of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. About 30 feet of the building burned, also impacting a 30’ x 25’ section of roof … [Read more...]
Lottie Moon resources available; Week of Prayer begins Dec. 3
JEFFERSON CITY – Make plans now for a successful Lottie Moon Christmas Offering (LMCO), themed this year, “Every Church. Every Nation.” The Missouri Woman’s Missionary Union (MWMU) is ready to walk alongside your church with a variety of resources and creative ideas. Since its inception in 1888, the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering has enjoyed steady growth. Missouri’s goal this year is $4 million. Laura Wells, MWMU Executive Director, urges churches to do their financial part again, which … [Read more...]
FBC Lowry City hosts sportsman’s extravaganza, wild game dinner
LOWRY CITY – Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! While not on the menu this year, alligator, kangaroo and elk were some of the exotic game enjoyed by more than 600 people attending the recent Sportsman’s Extravaganza and Wild Game Dinner in rural St. Clair County. The day also included a lineup of activities ranging from an archery tournament to a trophy mounting contest. The comradeship took place Saturday, Oct. 6, at Lakeland High School. Like-minded individuals and families have been … [Read more...]
‘Taco Bout Missions’ to bring Christmas to MBCH
WARSAW – Taco Bout Missions is bringing in $500 and a sleigh full of gifts for the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home (MBCH). Four youth set their mind to target MBCH’s Christmas list with a month-long campaign, culminating with a walking taco meal held September 26. These youth are involved in mission programs offered through Missouri WMU, and attend Poplar Baptist Church in Warsaw. They presented the money and gifts they collected to MBCH Foundation Regional Representative Dr. Keith Vawter … [Read more...]
Arson suspected in church fire
WARSAW – Arson is suspected in a recent fire that destroyed a 25-foot-section of the worship center inside Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Warsaw, resulting in an estimated $50,000 worth of damage. The church pastor, Barry Edwards, said in addition to setting the fire the vandals broke in and stole several guitars and laptop computers valued at approximately $5,000. Pastor Edwards remains upbeat. “More than anything, the incident is an aggravation and a disruption,” Pastor Edwards said. He … [Read more...]
Church uses sweet tooth to promote MMO
WARSAW – Homemade Butterfinger Ice Cream, Carmel Apple Pie and Italian Cream Wedding Cake were just a few desserts that enticed a crowd to attend a recent ice cream social held at Poplar Baptist Church, kicking off a sweet campaign to raise awareness and money for the annual Missouri Missions Offering (MMO). The event raised approximately $200 of the church’s $250 goal. Poplar Baptist Church, located in Warsaw and a member of Fellowship Baptist Association, used the fifth Sunday evening … [Read more...]
Generous support blesses church camp for second year
WARSAW – Church camps across Missouri may find encouragement from the results of the second annual benefit dinner and auction held recently for Baptist Ridge Camp (BRC), which netted the facility approximately $22,000. Baptist Ridge is owned and operated by Fellowship Baptist Association (FBA), both are located in Warsaw. A crowd of more than 250 attended the benefit held Sat., April 7, at the Benson Center in Clinton. The evening included generous cash donations, both a silent and live … [Read more...]
Missouri WMU celebrates missions
SPRINGFIELD – National Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) Adult Resources Team Leader Kristy Carr delivered several inspiring messages to approximately 350 registered Missouri WMU members and guests at the 2018 Missouri WMU Annual Meeting and Missions Celebration held April 6-7 at the South Gate Baptist Church in Springfield. Several other distinguished guests helped to make the event memorable, including Missouri Baptist Convention Liaison Spencer Hutson, Missouri Baptist Convention … [Read more...]
Baptist Ridge Camp finds new camp manager, vision for multipurpose building
WARSAW – The gates at Baptist Ridge Camp, a facility of Fellowship Baptist Association (FBA) located in Warsaw, have opened on a new chapter as newly hired camp manager Randy Festervand, and his wife Melissa, assume the position upon the retirement of Jim Andrews, and his wife Jean, who served in this position for 16 years. Festervand has a master’s degree in theology, and is currently working on his doctorate. His education, experience as a pastor and previous camping career will help … [Read more...]
Annie theme this year: ‘On Mission Here and Now’
JEFFERSON CITY – A great opportunity to support missionaries here, and now, in North America begins March 4-11 with the 2018 Annie Armstrong Easter Offering (AAEO) Week of Prayer. With a little planning and resource support from Missouri WMU, Baptist churches across the state can meet the challenge. The Missouri Baptist Convention has set our goal this year at $2 million, which will help contribute to the National Offering Goal of $70 million. Missouri WMU Executive … [Read more...]
Mo. WMU missions celebration, Pursuit merged
JEFFERSON CITY – For the first time, Missouri Woman’s Missionary Union (MWMU) will bring women and teen girls together in a unique and creative experience, merging 2018 Missions Celebration and Annual Meeting and 2018 Pursuit. The location for both conferences will be South Gate Baptist Church in Springfield. April 6-7 are the dates of the 2018 Missions Celebration, themed By All Means, and April 6-8 are the dates of 2018 Pursuit, a three-day event themed Powerful. Early Bird … [Read more...]
Missouri WMU offers Lottie Moon resources
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Woman’s Missionary Union (MWMU) showcased the diverse resources it has to offer churches at the 2017 Missouri Baptist Convention recently held in Raytown. Included among the mission materials at the MWMU exhibit booth, were ideas on how to implement a successful Lottie Moon Christmas Offering (LMCO) campaign. MWMU’s Executive Director Laura Wells, Preschool/Children/Student Missions Consultant Teri Broeker and President Cherri Crump, and other MWMU … [Read more...]