“”Thrive is a nationwide initiative, which aims to encourage a variety of networking between ministers’ spouses from those who are training right through to those who are retired. This networking will include different sorts of local and interest groups as well as events, and sharing via social media or email (for those who prefer it). “Ministers’ spouses have many different occupations, careers and talents which we want to affirm and celebrate. Being in contact with others in similar circumstances (i.e. married to a minister) allows us to be an inspiration and an encouragement to each other so that we can grow and flourish wherever God has put us. “Our next biennial Conference will be held from 8th to 10th October 2021 at the King’s Park Conference Centre in Northampton. Booking details will be advertised in due course. Churches are encouraged to pay for their minister’s spouse to attend, as part of the support that they offer to their minster …
A beautiful endeavour? EBA recently hosted a day to enable church leaders to consider how they might enable a conversation in their church around issues relating to same sex relationships. The day (held four times across the EBA) was facilitated by Rev Steve Elmes, who has led his own church in having this conversation and written several books on the subject. The latest, A Beautiful Endeavour, is intended to be a resource for churches that are engaging in conversations on this sensitive subject and provided the focus for the second half of the day. The first part of the day was spent exploring some of the different cultural, scientific and biblical perspectives on same sex attraction and relationships. The day was intended to be a conversation starter and illustrate how a conversation could take place in local churches rather than being a teaching session on ‘what the Bible says about…’ …
Safeguarding training at Level 2 and Level 3 proves to be one of the Associations most popular events Confirmed dates for 2020. (if you are interested in hosting a training event then please get in touch) Level 2 and Level 3 8 February, Earls Hall Baptist Church, Southend on Sea 28 March, Burlington Baptist Church, Ipswich 28 March, Eastwood Baptist Church, Essex 2 May, Great Shelford Free Church, Cambs Level 2 Courses only 3 March, Gamlingay Baptist Church 31 October, Clare Baptist Church Places are limited for each course so early booking is suggested. Fees are £10 per person per level. Those attending a combined course and staying all day are required to bring their own lunch. Please book with Hayley at secretary@easternbaptist.org.uk
Baptist Insurance Company Baptist Insurance – experts in church and home insurance Baptist Insurance has been insuring Baptist churches since 1905 and is now the market leader in the field. The company provides insurance and risk management advice for churches, as well as offering home insurance for Baptists Ministers, church volunteers and church members. As part of your Church Insurance cover, Baptist Insurance provides churches with a free survey and valuation service from a dedicated Risk Management Surveyor. You can watch a video on the website and find out why this free service from Baptist Insurance exists, why churches need to be surveyed periodically and what happens both during and after the survey. In addition, the Baptist Insurance website also includes a wide range of materials and resources, and a series of guides to help you understand your insurance cover, legal liabilities and types of insurance cover you might need. The guides answer the most …
