TABCOM HALFNOTES
MAY 15, 2024
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The TABCOM Annual Gathering this year was nothing short of extraordinary, filled with moments of inspiration and renewal as we embarked on our journey with the theme "Renewed Paths, Redeemed Purpose," drawing from Isaiah 43:19.
For highlights of the event go here.
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SAVE THE DATE
OCTOBER 26, 2024
THEME: Crossing Boundaries ~ 1 Corinthians 9:19-23
Calvary Baptist Church, 60 Hastings St, Lowell, MA
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TABCOM ANNUAL GATHERING 2025 | |
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SAVE THE DATE
May 2-3, 2025
Grotonwood Camps and Conference Center
189 Prescott Street, Groton, MA
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With vacation time coming it is important to book your supply pastors as soon as possible. A current list is below and will be posted on the website at https://tabcom.org/pulpit-supply/.
Also, if worship service time changes during the summer months be sure that you give the supply pastor the right time. If you have a website please update the time on your website.
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BAPTIST ARCHIVES WORK DAY | |
On June 8th, Saturday, from 10:00 am until around 2:00 pm we will be working in the historic archives located at the TABCOM offices. We will be organizing and cataloging our historical records. There is lots of work to do, from putting our library in order, to re-arranging boxes in the archives to cataloging hundreds of files. Please feel free to join us. For further information please contact Rev. Diane Badger at diane.badger@comcast.net. | |
For more information and to register, go here. | | |
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LATEST NEWS FROM AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES USA | |
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ABHMS ISSUES APPEAL FOR OGHS DONATIONS FOLLOWING TORNADOES, FLOODING IN CENTRAL US
(4/29/24)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) issues a call for prayers and financial donations for those across the Central United States, from Texas to Wisconsin, who were ravaged by recent weather. Since Friday, April 26, tornadoes, flash floods and severe winds have resulted in lives lost, devastated property and widespread power outages.
Read more here
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(5/14/24)—American Baptists are invited to attend a webinar with Church Mutual Insurance Group, led by Risk Control Specialist Gavin Davis, entitled: “ABCUSA | Sanctuary Safety: Active Shooter and more…,” held on Tuesday, May 28, at 1:30 p.m. EDT/10:30 a.m. PDT.
In this webinar, Davis will be talking about practical ways that you can work towards keeping your congregation safe.
Read more here
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OUR ASSOCIATIONS AND CHURCHES | |
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Adoniram Judson Baptist Association
The Rev. Dr. David Kilpatrick, Coordinator
C- (617) 799-0705, E-Mail: dklpat@umich.edu | Rev. Dr. Kilpatrick is also the Pastor of West Medford Baptist Church – West Medford
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Berkshire Baptist Association
The Rev. David Anderson, Moderator/Coordinator
C- (413) 652-4179, E-mail: d_anderson@mail.com
Rev. Anderson is also the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church – North Adams
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Boston Southwest Association
The Rev. Dr. Moreen Hughes, Coordinator
C- (978) 430-5355, E-mail: mphug@msn.com
Rev. Dr. Hughes is also the Associate Pastor and Minister to Women and Families of Concord Baptist Church in Milton
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ORDINATION SERVICE FOR MIN. SHELTON MILLER
An ordination service for Minister Shelton Miller will be held on Sunday, June 9th from 2:00pm-4:30pm at the First Baptist Church, 808 High Street, Westwood, MA. More information is forthcoming.
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Central Baptist Association
The Rev. Yvonne Miloyevich, Coordinator
Rev. Yvonne Miloyevich | e-mail: 17desiree50@gmail.com | (978) 618-2526.
Central Association Clergy meets to share, support, and pray with each other on the third Tuesday of each month from 9:30 – 11. This is a Zoom meeting
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Community Concert
Singer/songwriter Bobby Jo Valentine will be in concert at Trinity Church in Northborough, Sat June 8th, 7pm.
Tickets: $10, free for kids 12 and under.
Tickets will be sold during coffee hour and are available at trinitychurchnboro@gmail.com or 508-393-8156.
Bobby Jo will be sharing inspirational folk songs and storytelling. Please invite your friends and family - this is a wonderful opportunity for us to share fellowship with the community.
Bobby Jo Valentine’s music exists outside the lines of any genre, but the music’s thoughtful, spirit focused lyrics and catchy melodies reach listeners across all walks of life.
Growing up and emerging out of a Baptist Church of strict lines and sharp edges, Bobby Jo Valentine has emerged into a larger, kinder, more welcoming faith…one that is excited to learn, open to growth, and focused on love.
You can hear music, watch performances, and get information at www.bobbyjovalentine.com
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Merrimack Valley Baptist Association
OPEN POSITION - Association Resource Coordinator
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ORDINATION COUNCIL FOR MR. KEVIN PORTER
The First United Baptist Church in Lowell has called an Ordination Council for Mr. Kevin Porter, to take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at 99 Church Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.
If you are a pastor or a delegate from a church of the Merrimack Valley Baptist Association, feel free to request a copy of Kevin's ordination paper by calling 978-452-9281, texting Pastor Jim Sinclair at 413-544-8148, or emailing Jim at fubpastor@gmail.com.
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ORDINATION SERVICE FOR GREG SCALISE
An ordination service for Greg Scalise will be held on Sunday, May 19th at 3:30pm-6:00pm at the Brewster Baptist Church, 1848 Main St., Rte. 6A
Brewster, MA 02631
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OLD COLONY MONTHLY BROWN BAG LUNCHEONS
Pastor lunches for May; brown bag luncheon, fellowship and discussion.
FBC Fall River May 23rd at Noon
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Pioneer Valley Baptist Association
OPEN POSITION - Association Resource Coordinator
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Samuel Stillman Baptist Association
The Rev. Dr. Loretta St. Louis, Coordinator
C- (617) 835-6767, stillmanarc@gmail.com
Rev. Dr. St. Louis is also the Associate Pastor for Congregational Care of Union Baptist Church – Cambridge
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TABCOM CHURCH DIRECTORY UPDATES | |
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An updated version of our directory will be posted online at www.tabcom.org on July 1, 2024. It is imperative that you help us keep this directory up to date. If you have had change of pastor, mailing address and/or phone number please let us know by sending the updated information to Rev. Diane Badger at diane.badger@comcast.net.
Thanks for your help. The directory can be found in the Members area of our website. If you need instructions on how to access this section of the website please contact Rev. Robyn Mars at robyn.mars@tabcom.org.
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TABCOM Voices broadcasts air on the second Sunday each month 5-6 PM. | |
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TABCOM Voices is looking for musical selections for the radio broadcast. Please send your selections to tabcom@tabcom.org | |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE SAINTS BORN IN THE MONTH OF MAY | | | | |
