As summer quickly comes to a close, churches across our region are preparing for the new ministry year—planning events, training opportunities, and moments of intentional investment in their people. Equipping both leaders and laity is a vital part of strengthening the Church to serve Christ and His Kingdom more effectively.
Below are several training events designed to equip and encourage you in your calling. For more information or to register for SPARK, Mission Georgia weekend, Public Affairs or Send Network – One Day, visit
gabaptist.org and search for “events.”
Praying and cheering for you,
Jeff
Disciple-Making Bootcamp
Saturday, August 23
Location: First Baptist Church — Statesboro
Address: 108 N. Main St., Statesboro, GA
Time: 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Hosted by FBC Statesboro and led by Dr. Bill Wilks, this training is for anyone who is interested in making disciples. Registration will open on July 16th at https://fbcboro.church. The cost for the event is $10 per person.
SPARK Conference – South East Region
Sunday, August 24
Location: Brewton-Parker Christian University
Address: 201 David Eliza Fountain Cir., Mount Vernon, GA 30445
Time: 4:00 – 8:15 PM
The SPARK Conference is a total church equipping experience designed for anyone involved in ministry—regardless of role, background, or experience level. Whether you’re a pastor, Sunday School teacher, worship leader, or volunteer, SPARK has something for you!
Who is SPARK for?
Lay Leaders, Children’s Leaders, Women’s Ministry Leaders, Men’s Ministry Leaders, Missions Coordinators, Student Pastors, Worship Leaders, Sunday School and Small Group Leaders, Pastors—anyone involved in equipping the church.
Main Session Speaker: Dr. Thom S. Rainer
Breakout Topics Include:
· Church Planting · Collegiate Ministry · Counseling Ministry
· Deacon Ministry · Disaster Relief · Discipleship · Evangelism
· Mission Georgia · Missions · Ministry Administration
· Next Gen – Students · Next Gen – Kids
· Pastor Wellness · Public Affairs · Women’s Ministry Worship & Music
Mission Georgia Weekend
Friday–Saturday, October 10–11
Location: Cedar Street Baptist Church
Address: 255 Cedar St. Metter, GA 30439
Time: TBA
A partnership between the Ogeechee River, Middle, and Tattnall-Evans Baptist Associations and the Georgia Baptist Mission Board.
Training Opportunities:
· ESL (English as a Second Language) – Friday night & Saturday morning
· Read Georgia – Saturday morning
Mission Georgia is about coming together to meet the needs of our communities. When we see our neighbors struggling, we step in—because Georgia is our home, and we are called to care.
Public Affairs Training
Monday, October 27
Location: Brewton-Parker Christian University – Student Center (Garden Room)
Address: 201 David Eliza Fountain Cir, Mount Vernon, GA 30445
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Lunch included)
Theme: “Salt and Light: Your Role in the Public Square”
In a nation governed by its citizens, Christians have both the opportunity and the responsibility to influence the public sphere. This training will help you understand how to engage effectively and biblically in shaping laws, policies, and culture for God’s glory.
Send Network One Day – Middle Georgia
Date: TBA
Time: 9:15 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Second Baptist Church
Address: 2504 Moody Rd., Warner Robins, GA
Send Network One Day is a local event to inspire and equip church planters, pastors, and passionate believers to multiply disciples and plant churches. Through worship, teaching, and collaboration, you’ll gain practical tools and a renewed vision for Kingdom expansion in your own community.