"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is." Ephesians 5:15-17 (ESV)
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The Ministry of the MARBC Network
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The 2021 MARBC Annual Conference featured a thorough presentation and discussion of the MARBC's strategic ministry plan moving forward. Preparations for the plan's implementation will take place during Ken Floyd's final year as Ministry Director in 2022. Implementation of this plan will begin in January 2023 as Doug Crawford, currently lead pastor of West Cannon Baptist Church, assumes the role as the next MARBC Ministry Director.
MARBC Church News
Partners for the Glory of God and the Cause of the Gospel
Read several encouraging news items from MARBC Churches, including a new MARBC church, new pastors, celebrating pastoral milestones, and ministry partnerships.
Conference and Regional Gatherings
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Annual State ConferenceMutual encouragement and fellowship with likeminded ministry servants. The 2021 conference was held on the campus of Forest Hills Baptist Church, Grand Rapids, MI. "Focus on What Matters" was the conference theme. The conference featured challenging Biblical messages, the announcement of a new Ministry Director beginning in 2023, and opportunities for strategic interaction as the association looks to the future.
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Upcoming Regional Gatherings
Grand Rapids Regional Association (GRARBC) Pastors and Wives Appreciation Dinner, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Cedar Springs Baptist Church, Cedar Springs, MI, $10 per person
Making Disciples Through
Healthy Local Churches
As an association of churches we "Partner Together for the Cause of the Gospel."
Our focus is upon church growth, church revitalization efforts, and church planting.
Our focus is upon church growth, church revitalization efforts, and church planting.
Growth We make it a priority to focus upon the spiritual and ministry growth of our associational partners through conferences, regional gatherings, and seminars. |
RevitalizeOur association is committed to direct significant practical resources toward church revitalization efforts so churches can once again make a gospel impact in their communities. |
Church Plant The ultimate goal of the MARBC growth strategy includes a preparedness to assist sister churches to plant a new church. Our process is simple: (1) Assess; (2) Orient; (3) Resource; (3) Coach; and (4) Integrate. |
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