The people of the Baltimore-Washington Conference were, and are today, builders of the faith. This was especially evident during the Pentecost decades that followed the Civil War, when we built a variety of institutions and laid the foundation for many of today’s missional...
Robert Strawbridge 1732 – Robert Strawbridge born in Drumsna, Ireland. 1760 – Robert Strawbridge, 28, comes to America from Ireland, where he was an itinerant preacher. 1761 – Strawbridge holds first class meeting. 1762 – Strawbridge performs...
NEW ¶2553, page 776. [This new paragraph became effective at the close of the 2019 General Conference.] Section VIII. Disaffiliation of Local Churches Over Issues Related to Human Sexuality ¶2553. Disaffiliation of a Local Church Over Issues Related to Human...
The BWC recommended at its 2018 Annual Conference Session that this covenant be used by local churches as they explore the way forward and how churches address homosexuality and other critical conversations. Be it resolved that the Baltimore Washington Conference adopt the Accountability...
Congregations can help a new pastor get off to a strong start with these 50 Ways to acclimate a new pastor and make that new pastor feel truly welcome.
This Bible Study was delivered by the Rev. Steve Manskar at the 2017 Annual Conference session. It can be used by small groups or individuals who want to study on Ephesians 4:1-6. "Therefore" can be an invitation. When people look at the church, at you, they get a glimpse of Jesus and life in...
Tax exemption refers to a monetary exemption which reduces taxable income. Tax exempt status can provide complete relief from taxes, reduced rates, or tax on only a portion of items. As a religious organization, your church qualifies for tax exemption.
Believe it or not, there is a lot of money sitting just waiting for you to ask for it. Most of our local county councils and other organizations have an allotment of funds that allow them to provide funding to non-profits who do work within the community they serve.
The goal of a pastoral transition is to navigate the change with grace and purpose. Home group meetings provide pastors with a tool to accomplish this.
The goal of a pastor transition is to navigate the change with grace and purpose. One-on-one meetings are a good tool.
