LATEST NEWS
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ABHMS remains sensitive to uncertain times; continues to plan Space for Grace national event
American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) seeks the Lord’s guidance as we plan our national event, Space for Grace, with increased sensitivity during these uncertain times. When planning began, we could not have foreseen what was to transpire with COVID-19’s Omicron variant.
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Book explores Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s preaching
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 1/4/22)—In “The Polished King: Living Words of Martin Luther King Jr.,” Joseph Evans analyzes how King’s preaching brought the “living word” and various rhetorical techniques together in ways that helped people understand and be given hope by his messages.
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ABHMS releases OGHS funds to ABC of Indiana and Kentucky in response to tornadoes
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 12/17/21)—On behalf of American Baptist Churches USA, American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has released $7,500 in One Great Hour of Sharing disaster-relief funds to American Baptist Churches (ABC) of Indiana and Kentucky in response to recent tornadoes.
Who We Are
CONNECTING PARTNERS. CULTIVATING LEADERS. TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES.
Partnering with American Baptists to promote Christian faith, cultivate Christ-centered leaders and disciples, and bring healing and transformation to communities across the United States and Puerto Rico
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THE ABHMS CENTER FOR CONTINUOUS LEARNING
If education has the power and potential to transform individual lives, practical mission education has the power to cultivate Christian leaders and equip disciples who transform churches and communities. Rev. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl, director of the Center for Continuous Learning, invites you to share in her passion for mission education.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Résumé and Curriculum Vitae (CV) Workshop • Friday, Feb. 11 • 11 a.m. (EST)
Join us on Friday, February 11, 2022 for a résumé and curriculum vitae (CV) workshop. Hosted by the ABHMS Scholarship Office, National Coordinator, Ouleye Ndoye and Scholarships, Grants and Special Programs Coordinator, Carolyn Majeed. This event will feature Human Resources Director, Laura Miraz, who will share best practices for putting your best self forward as you apply to scholarships, internships and employment opportunities!
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Meet & Greet Seminarians • Tuesday, Feb. 15 • 2-4 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. (EST)
On February 15, 2022, from 2-4 p.m. or 7-9 p.m., join the Rev. Meg Biddle for a Virtual Meet & Greet to learn about the onboarding process for new clergy. Meg is the National Coordinator of ministrElife and American Baptist Personnel Services (ABPS). The event is open to seminary students of any denomination who would like to learn more about American Baptist Churches USA and Puerto Rico. Use our Zoom link: or, if you are unable to attend but would like more information, contact Rev. Biddle at [email protected]
