Across Illinois | Receipts for the 2024 Mission Illinois Offering (MIO) totaled $307,486.41, below the goal of $350,000, and 6.8% below the 2023 total. The annual offering, collected by churches throughout the state each September, provides a financial boost for missions and ministry here in Illinois. A total of 312 churches submitted MIO giving with […]
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Dickerson joins IBSA
Springfield | Pastor Bob Dickerson is returning to the IBSA staff as a part-time zone consultant for Southern Illinois. Dickerson served as Associate Executive Director for Church Strengthening prior to his return to the pastorate in 2007. For 17 years, Dickerson has served as pastor of First Baptist Church of Marion. He announced his retirement […]
Romelia Adams 1930-2024: Farewell to a faithful servant
Several IBSA staff members tell stories about receiving a phone call from Romelia Adams. The calls were always upbeat, congratulatory, and encouraging. Sometimes she would say, “You don’t have to tell Nate I called.” It was always a pleasure to hear from Nate’s mom. She lauded the work of accomplished women, and she appreciated writers, […]
NAMB explores new ministry center
Chicago | An imposing brown brick building at 1356 N. Rockwell Street may be changing hands, but will continue as a center for ministry to the northside neighborhood. The North American Mission Board (NAMB) has expressed interest in purchasing the three-story building, more than 100 years old, that has served as home to Chicagoland Baptists […]
AWSOM gives girls opportunity to grow
Decatur | At least 230 girls in grades 5-12 attended AWSOM either in person at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Decatur or at four simulcast locations Nov. 1-2. Through the event they were given the opportunity to participate in worship, build community, learn from women leaders, and connect with other students trying to live out their […]
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