This 6-part study of 1 Timothy, written by Rev. Felicia Fox, takes youth through the entire book. They will address topics such as women in ministry, qualities of church leaders, and how to live as an example of a Godly life. Document: 1 Timothy Lessons
In this article from The Gathering magazine, Larry Hovis reflects on the meaning and importance of ordination in the Baptist tradition. Document: To the Work of the Gospel Ministry
Based on her newest book,, Susan Sparks brings two decades of experience as a preacher and a professional stand-up to mine the strategies comedians have employed for years. The art of stand-up comedy is not just about jokes; it’s about developing intimacy, honesty, and trust—three dynamics that must be present before any sermon is truly…
An example of wedding policies from Zebulon Baptist Church in Zebulon, NC. You will find policies related to building use, music, catering, photography and associated costs. From Zebulon Baptist Church in Zebulon, NC Document: Zebulon Baptist Church Wedding Policies
This is a PowerPoint presentation of American Crime Prevention’s Church Crime Prevention. You will find common threats and risks congregations face along with tips to prevent these crimes from occurring. American Crime Prevention Institute‘s Church Crime Prevention PowerPoint Presentation presented by the Winston-Salem Police Department’s Community Resources Unit. This resource is particularly helpful for…
In this webinar presented by Rev. Dr. Martha Kearse, follow one pastor’s journey of coming to understand what the true issues are that keep white Christians from understanding, and offering justice to, black people. Learn how the theology of hospitality can help us to move forward in understanding where it is that we have broken…
This webinar presented by Rick Burnett, CBF field personnel, gives an overview of CBF’s approach related to domestic disaster response with a special focus on the partnership of CBF congregations, state/regional organizations and CBF Disaster Response.
In this webinar presented by Rev. Colin Kroll explore how ministers and local churches can encourage young people to live out their callings in the world. Colin also helps answer the question of how vocational discernment with young people provides guidance without increasing anxiety about their future.
Presenter: Seth Hix This webinar presented by Seth Hix, CBFNC associate coordinator, helps churches and clergy move through times of ministerial transitions in healthy ways. This resource is particularly helpful for persons interested in vocational ministry and search committees.
This webinar features stories from three chaplains serving in various settings and an overview of the CBF chaplain endoresement process. You’ll hear from Stephanie McLeskey, Chaplain of Mars Hill University, Rachel Hill who oversees chaplaincy ministry for hospice in Shelby and Luke Langston, prison chaplain.