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Chaplains, pastoral counselors, specialized ministers gather for groundbreaking training sessions tackling moral resilience and self-care challenges
VALLEY FORGE, PA (11/5/2024)—On October 19, the American Baptist Network of Chaplains, Pastoral Counselors & Specialized Ministers and the Chaplains & Pastoral Counselors Chapter of the American Baptist Ministers Council brought together approximately 70 ministry professionals in person and online for an annual training session. Titled "Spiritual Care: Chaplains Beyond Religious Roles," this event marked the first time in the history of both groups that they convened jointly for such training, setting the stage for enriched fellowship, networking, and professional development.
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Judson Press releases anniversary edition of timeless resource ‘Addicted to Hurry’
VALLEY FORGE, PA (10/29/2024)—Judson Press, the publication ministry of American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) is thrilled to announce the release of the twentieth-anniversary edition of "Addicted to Hurry: Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down,” by renowned author, pastor, and professor Dr. Kirk Byron Jones. This latest edition of Jones’ classic work features a new chapter with fresh poetry and reflections intended to help ease the fast-paced pressures of contemporary living.
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Dynamic workshop offers tools for effective ministry in diverse settings
VALLEY FORGE, PA (10/21/2024)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) invites active ministry professionals to register for Intercultural Preaching: The Preacher & the Praxis, a two-hour hybrid workshop designed to equip participants for work in racially and ethnically diverse contexts. Scheduled November 1 from 2-4 p.m. ET, this interactive learning experience will be led by the Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque, who is renowned for her dedication to fostering communities of inclusion.
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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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Design Thinking and Church Innovation — ABHMS Center for Continous Learning
Running the same old situations through the same old solutions? Discover Design Thinking and how its tools and ideas can be put to use for greater effectiveness and innovation in ministry. For ministry entrepreneurs and seasoned leaders alike.
INSTRUCTOR: Jason Mack
COST: $25
DATES & TIMES:
Jan. 22, 2025 12:00-1:30 p.m. ET / 9:00-10:30 a.m. PT OR
Jan. 23, 2025 7:00-8:30 p.m. ET / 4:00-5:30 p.m. PTClick on the event title for more information and to register.
