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ABHMS issues appeal for donations following deadly tornadoes in Central U.S.
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 05/20/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has issued a call for prayers and financial support for residents of Kentucky and Missouri devastated by tornadoes May 16-17. The storms left upward of two dozen dead and many critically injured, according to local and state authorities. Kentucky was especially hard hit, with more than 19 fatalities.
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The Christian Citizen, ABHMS receive multiple communications awards at latest RCC annual conference
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 05/01/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) and its publishing ministry The Christian Citizen were honored with a total of five DeRose-Hinkhouse Memorial Awards from the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) at its annual conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. The awards were presented April 24 during a banquet held on the first evening of the three-day gathering.
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Devastating loss: ABHMS calls for prayers and support for Rainy Mountain Kiowa Indian Baptist Church
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 03/17/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has mobilized a One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) appeal to aid the Rainy Mountain Kiowa Indian Baptist Church congregation and community in Southwest Oklahoma. On March 14, high winds downed a power pole, sparking flames that rapidly fanned into a roaring wildfire, destroying the primary church building.
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The Deportation of U.S. Veterans
Rocky, a United States military veteran, describes his ordeal of being deported to Mexico, where he knew no one and possessed nothing, following his release from prison. He eventually received assistance from the Unified U.S. Deported Veterans Resource Center in Tijuana (www.uusdepvets.org), where he currently resides. Years of attempting to return to the States have remained fruitless.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Exchange: Philadelphia ‘Our Story, Our Faith’
Join us for Our Story, Our Faith: South Asian American Christian Histories and Futures, a two-day conference in Philadelphia exploring the legacy of faith, identity, and ongoing ministries of South Asian American Christians. Attend in person or virtually.
DATE: June 6-7, 2025
LOCATION: Seven Mile Road Church, Philadelphia, PA
FACILITATOR: Rev. Michele Turek, ABHMS National Coordinator for Asian Ministries
FEE: $50 to attend in person ($20 for students), includes meals. Virtual attendance is free.Click on the event title for more information and to register.
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Listen to Your Life–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning
Discern where God is calling you now in this facilitated experience. Between the opening and closing sessions, move at your own pace through videos, handouts, activities, music, and movement for personal reflection.
FACILITATOR/COACH: Jennifer Sanborn, ABHMS national coordinator for Learning Initiatives
COST: $75
DATE: June 5, 2025 (opening session) and Sept. 4, 2025 (closing session)
TIME: 7-8:30 p.m. EDT | 4-:30 p.m. PDTClick on event title for more information and to register.
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Haitian History and Heritage–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning
Discover the culture and history of Haiti and the people of this island. Designed for U.S.-born Haitian Americans, Haitian refugees and immigrants, and anyone seeking to learn about the country’s history and current realities. For individuals and small groups; asynchronous. Enroll for Free!
INSTRUCTORS: Nyya Toussaint, Older Azard, Sarah Smith
COST: Free
DATE/TIME: AsynchronousClick on event title for more information and to register.
