A Word from Charles

Greetings my brothers and Sisters in Jesus Christ, 2024 is hurriedly passing by. I am excited about the things that I see happening in the churches of the NKBA.   God is moving in the churches of the NKBA. I have heard more about baptisms this past six months than I have ever seen in my experience of five other KBC Associations. Some churches see baptisms every month. Some see baptisms that comprise a significant amount of their worship attendance. Also, we are seeing an increase in guests attending our services. One pastor told me that a man was driving by his church on Sunday Morning and went back home to gather his family to bring them to church service. This family has been there for seven weeks in a row. I again restate that God is moving in NKY. When a family shows up without being invited or having any connection with the church family, God is moving. I am praying for all our NKBA churches for God to continue moving in baptisms and bring new families and individuals into our churches. 

For the past five months, we have been undergoing renovations at the NKBA office. We have a newly expanded kitchen, updated meeting room, conference, updated hallways and sitting area. I am very thankful for Dan and Karen Hillard updating our kitchen and for the men’s group from Burlington Baptist Church that have helped with these projects.   We hope to complete the remainder of the projects by our next meeting. 

I have been working with Florence Baptist Church and Kentucky Baptist Convention on the opportunity of seeing an Arabic Speaking Church in Florence. Our NAMB missionary, Amer Safadi, who pastors in Cincinnati is committed to starting this new church. Florence Baptist Church will be the host church and the NKBA will be working with the KBC in this new church plant. We have 6,000 Arab Speaking People in the Florence Area. Also, we have a Church Planting Team organized for the city of Newport. Newport is the county seat of Campbell County and we do not have a Kentucky Baptist Church in this city. God has moved and laid this city upon our hearts. I drove through Newport and prayed for this city. Last month, I had the great opportunity with Dr. Todd Gray, the Executive Director Treasurer of the Kentucky Baptist Convention to knock on doors in Newport. In this evangelistic outreach, we found believers and nonbelievers. Most were responsive to our effort, but some were not. I had the opportunity to give out Bibles to some of the residents. Many shared prayers concerns, and we were able to pray with them. Will you join me in praying for the city of Newport for a church to be planted. Pray for the pastor that God has a pastor to lead this new church plant. Pray about the location where God wants us to start. 

On June 25, we will have a Pastors Fellowship at the NKBA office at 10 am in the morning and 6 pm in the evening. Bro Barry Fields, pastor of Glendale at Cave Mill in Bowling Green, KY, will be us. He will be sharing about Church Planting and Church Revitalization from his ministry experience.

On August 1, at First Baptist Church Walton, there will be Church Prepared Training. This training is for the Prevention of Sexual Abuse. Also, there will be teaching in the areas of Response and Care. The Kentucky Baptist Convention will be using the Ministry Safe Team for this event. 

Remember Northern Kentucky is a great mission field and God has called us to co-labor together. As an Association we can do more together than alone.

Blessings,

Bro. Charles Frazier

NKBA Spring Meeting

Monday, May 6, 6:30 p.m.



Anchor Church

3126 Riggs Road

Erlanger, KY 41018

Fort Mitchell Baptist Church

100 Years Celebration

Ft. Mitchell Baptist Church is celebrating 100 years of service to the community and beyond through missions. A weekend of celebration is planned September 27, 28 and 29th.  

Guy Penrod Concert

Friday night September 27, we will be hosting Guy Penrod in concert. 

Concert will start at 7:00 with doors opening at 6:00. You can reserve your tickets by calling 859-331-2160 or 859-341-2372. Tickets are $10 a piece. Money will be due for the tickets by May 1. There will be no refunds. Tickets will go fast. For more information, please call one of the above numbers.

Equipping Ministries International Presents

"A Week at the Well"

Monday, July 22nd through Friday July 26th, 9:00am-5:00pm

EMI offices. 3908 Plainville Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227

This event is recommended by Mark Jones, Pastor Living Church.

Immerse yourself in “Week at the Well,” a revitalizing retreat crafted for ministry leaders like you. Across this Monday-to-Friday retreat, you'll engage in sessions designed to rejuvenate your ministry and leadership approach. This event provides a sanctuary for spiritual leaders to refresh their vision and tactics for effective ministry. Through a series of enriching sessions, you will explore innovative strategies for building deeper connections in community, mastering conflict resolution with grace and understanding, skills for helping renew the minds of your people, and revitalizing your approach to guiding your community. Each session is crafted to reignite your passion for ministry, equipping you with practical, biblical insights for a transformative impact in your leadership role.

Testimonies

"Effective, lasting ministry flows from a spiritually nourished heart, one rich with Relational Intelligence. That is why I am a great fan of EMI. Their training is focused on the heart and how to love thers well — as Jesus did. You'll learn how to delight in others, listen well, affirm meaningfully, and confront gently. Our church is a healthier place because of the training we have received from EMI."

- Chris Martin, Senior Pastor, Ohio

"God-centered and Spirit-led, this was a time of deep connection with the Lord. It helped me recognize His work in and through me and identify the barriers holding me back. The experience empowered me and removed the barriers - I feel so free and unhindered!!"

- Gisela Liu, Women’s Ministry Director, Florida

"HIGHLY recommend EMI! I was so blessed to attend and be part of one of their weekend conferences last year, and it was incredibly helpful! I walked away with practical tools not only for my ministry as a pastor but, most importantly, for my heart."

- Mark Jones, Lead Pastor, Kentucky



For a flyer with more information click here.

Visit the website at A Week at the Well [In-Person] — EMI (equippingministries.org).

Administrative Assistant Needed

Hebron Baptist Church

The Administrative Assistant is a part-time position (20 hours) that is responsible to the Senior Pastor and Personnel team chair for everyday tasks, electronic communication which includes social media streams, and operations of our church. For full job description click here. Resumes should be sent to jobs@hebronbaptist.org.

Bi-vocational Pastor Needed

First Baptist Church Bellevue

First Baptist Church of Bellevue, KY is seeking a bi-vocational part-time pastor for our small congregation. We are affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and adhere to the doctrines outlined in the Baptist Faith and Message. Duties will include leading Bible study and Sunday morning worship service; assisting with community outreach; visiting with the sick and elderly; helping in the planning of religious events and performing services such as baptisms, funerals, and weddings. If you feel God leading you to us, please send your resume to First Baptist Church, Attn: Search Committee, 332 Prospect Street, Bellevue, KY 41073, or email to fbcbkysearch@gmail.com.

Full-Time Pastor of Students and Family Ministry

Main Street Baptist Church

Main Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Kentucky is hiring a Pastor of Students & Family Ministry.

We are a growing, flourishing church that is committed to being formed and shaped by the Word. By God’s grace our attendance has doubled in the last 12 months. We average 445 in our Sunday worship service with 40+ Teenagers in Student Ministry and over 20 Small Groups that are meeting on Sundays and throughout the week.

For more information and full job description, click here.

Mark Your Calendars:

May 1 - National Day of Prayer

May 6 - NKBA Spring Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Anchor Church

May 19 - Children's Ministry Sunday

May 27 - Memorial Day, Office Closed

June 2 - Disaster Relief Sunday

June 11-12 - SBC Annual Meeting

June 23 - Mission Dignity Sunday

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