English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a great way to meet a felt need among internationals in our communities while providing a foundation for friendship and gospel proclamation. This training is for individuals who want to be equipped to teach ESL to impact lostness in their community.
The training will cover material from the “Teaching English Language Learners the Good News” (TELL) manual, an ESL manual produced by NAMB. Topics covered in the manual and workshop include:
Upcoming Workshops
NC Baptist schedules ESL Teacher Training workshops each spring and late summer/fall. Currently, there are workshops scheduled for the following dates and locations:
July 25-26 in Denver, NC
August 1-2 in Franklin, NC
August 15-16 in Charlotte, NC
September 5-6 in North Durham, NC
Additional workshops may be added as requested.
Registration for these workshops is available on the Events page at NCBaptist.org. Please look for the logo above, then click on the desired dates to register. The $50 registration fee helps offset the in-person gathering expenses and expresses gratitude for the facilitator. The manual can be downloaded for free as a PDF file or purchased for $12 during registration.
For More Information Contact:
Drew Dabbs
Discipleship Ministry Strategist
O: (919)459-5634 | C: (228)596-8175 | ncbaptist.org
The training will cover material from the “Teaching English Language Learners the Good News” (TELL) manual, an ESL manual produced by NAMB. Topics covered in the manual and workshop include:
- Church-Based ESL Ministries as an Effective Mission Outreach Tool
- Organizing an ESL Ministry
- Sharing Your Faith with Your Students
- Dealing with Cultural Misunderstandings
- Principles of Learning and Teaching a Language
- Planning Your ESL Lesson
- Introducing New Vocabulary with Guided Practice
- Teaching Pronunciation
- Communication Practice Activities
- Incorporating Biblical Material in Your Classes
Upcoming Workshops
NC Baptist schedules ESL Teacher Training workshops each spring and late summer/fall. Currently, there are workshops scheduled for the following dates and locations:
July 25-26 in Denver, NC
August 1-2 in Franklin, NC
August 15-16 in Charlotte, NC
September 5-6 in North Durham, NC
Additional workshops may be added as requested.
Registration for these workshops is available on the Events page at NCBaptist.org. Please look for the logo above, then click on the desired dates to register. The $50 registration fee helps offset the in-person gathering expenses and expresses gratitude for the facilitator. The manual can be downloaded for free as a PDF file or purchased for $12 during registration.
For More Information Contact:
Drew Dabbs
Discipleship Ministry Strategist
O: (919)459-5634 | C: (228)596-8175 | ncbaptist.org
Coffee & Connections
September 8, 2025
10:00 am
Location: Raleigh Baptist Association, 820 S. New Hope Rd, Raleigh, NC
Join us for a time of fellowship as we learn more about The Baptist Retirement Homes of NC and how they can partner with you and your congregation.
For more information contact:
Stephanie Moody Shaffer
Baptist Retirement Homes
Faith and Community Engagement Manager
Phone: 919.413.4614
Family Fun Day @ Campbell University
September 13, 2025
On behalf of the Empowering Families for Spiritual Formation initiative and the Office of Spiritual Life, you are invited to join us for Family Fun Day, sponsored by the Rust Family Foundation, at Campbell University on September 13th. The day includes lunch, worship, and tickets to watch the Fighting Camels football team compete against the Paladins of Furman University. Family Fun Day is open to people of all ages.
The cost is $10 per family/household. The fee includes lunch, worship, and tickets to the Campbell vs. Furman football game. Please sign up as soon as possible, registration will be limited. Registration closes on Friday, August 29.
Schedule for Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day Registration & Flyer
The flyer is attached. Please share the flyer with your church. Included on the flyer is a QR code for the link that people can scan from their phones. You can also use this link in any newsletters, publications, or social media posts: Family Fun Day Registration
Please reach out to Azizi Culpepper (aculpepper@campbell.edu) or Dr. Boberg (sboberg@campbell.edu) if you have any questions about Family Fun Day. We look forward to seeing you on September 13!
Rev. Dr. Sarah Boberg
Assistant Professor of Christian Education
Director, Empowering Families for Spiritual Formation
910-893-1894
Post Office Drawer 4050 | Buies Creek, NC 27506
Taylor Hall 127
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September 13, 2025
On behalf of the Empowering Families for Spiritual Formation initiative and the Office of Spiritual Life, you are invited to join us for Family Fun Day, sponsored by the Rust Family Foundation, at Campbell University on September 13th. The day includes lunch, worship, and tickets to watch the Fighting Camels football team compete against the Paladins of Furman University. Family Fun Day is open to people of all ages.
The cost is $10 per family/household. The fee includes lunch, worship, and tickets to the Campbell vs. Furman football game. Please sign up as soon as possible, registration will be limited. Registration closes on Friday, August 29.
Schedule for Family Fun Day
- 12:00-1:00 PM: Registration and Lunch at the Student Union
- 1:30-2:15 PM: Family Friendly Worship
- 3:30 PM: Campbell vs. Furman Football game
Family Fun Day Registration & Flyer
The flyer is attached. Please share the flyer with your church. Included on the flyer is a QR code for the link that people can scan from their phones. You can also use this link in any newsletters, publications, or social media posts: Family Fun Day Registration
Please reach out to Azizi Culpepper (aculpepper@campbell.edu) or Dr. Boberg (sboberg@campbell.edu) if you have any questions about Family Fun Day. We look forward to seeing you on September 13!
Rev. Dr. Sarah Boberg
Assistant Professor of Christian Education
Director, Empowering Families for Spiritual Formation
910-893-1894
Post Office Drawer 4050 | Buies Creek, NC 27506
Taylor Hall 127
[divinity.campbell.edu]divinity.campbell.edu
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Greetings from NC Baptist Women’s Discipleship! We are excited about the upcoming On Mission Together Women’s Evangelism & Discipleship Conference on Saturday, September 13th at Lawndale Baptist in Greensboro, and we believe this event offers a valuable opportunity to equip and encourage women across our state in their faith journey.
This year's conference is designed to inspire and challenge women to deepen their faith, strengthen their commitment to discipleship, and learn practical ways to live out evangelism in their everyday lives – truly living On Mission Together with the broader work of NC Baptist.
We are thrilled to welcome Catherine Renfro, the National Director of Women’s Evangelism at NAMB, as our main speaker, along with an amazing lineup of breakout session leaders who will offer practical equipping in various areas of evangelism and discipleship. Additionally, we are excited to offer a dedicated High School Girls Track to invest in and equip the next generation of disciple-makers.
For Complete Conference Information and Registration Click Here
This year's conference is designed to inspire and challenge women to deepen their faith, strengthen their commitment to discipleship, and learn practical ways to live out evangelism in their everyday lives – truly living On Mission Together with the broader work of NC Baptist.
We are thrilled to welcome Catherine Renfro, the National Director of Women’s Evangelism at NAMB, as our main speaker, along with an amazing lineup of breakout session leaders who will offer practical equipping in various areas of evangelism and discipleship. Additionally, we are excited to offer a dedicated High School Girls Track to invest in and equip the next generation of disciple-makers.
For Complete Conference Information and Registration Click Here
Fall Senior Adult Rally
September 23, 2025
Host: Salem Baptist Church, 1205 Salem Church Rd, Apex, NC
Time: Registration Begins at 9:30 am
Program Begins at 10:00 am
Cost: $15.00 per person
Menu: Chicken with Rice, Candied Yams, Steamed Cabbage, Corn Muffins, Desserts, Tea
Special Guests: The Taylors
The Taylors are an award winning brother-sister trio entering their 13th year in Southern Gospel music. They are from the heart of North Carolina. With their smooth family blended harmony, Jonathan, Suzanne, and Chris have been delighting listeners with their spirits and enthusiasm through music. They are dedicated to stirring up the faith of the Christian community and reaching others with the good news of Jesus Christ is their #1 priority.
The Taylor siblings grew up as members of Fellowship Church, a small country church, where their father has been ministering as a Baptist minister for nearly 33 years. With their mother's guidance as their music director, it was around the church piano that The Taylors created and honed their beautiful family harmony.
The sound of the group has only grown tighter and better as the years go by.
Growing up in a Christian home has reinforced their faith and values, and has created in each of them a strong desire to proclaim their salvation through the ministry of music. God is at the very center of The Taylors' ministry and also at the center of their hearts. They consider themselves extremely blessed to be able to sing for The Lord.
Mail Check and Registration to:
Raleigh Baptist Association, PO Box 46659, Raleigh, NC 27620 by Monday, September 16, 2025
For more information, contact Iris Woodard at 919.231.3995 or email iris@raleighbaptists.org
September 23, 2025
Host: Salem Baptist Church, 1205 Salem Church Rd, Apex, NC
Time: Registration Begins at 9:30 am
Program Begins at 10:00 am
Cost: $15.00 per person
Menu: Chicken with Rice, Candied Yams, Steamed Cabbage, Corn Muffins, Desserts, Tea
Special Guests: The Taylors
The Taylors are an award winning brother-sister trio entering their 13th year in Southern Gospel music. They are from the heart of North Carolina. With their smooth family blended harmony, Jonathan, Suzanne, and Chris have been delighting listeners with their spirits and enthusiasm through music. They are dedicated to stirring up the faith of the Christian community and reaching others with the good news of Jesus Christ is their #1 priority.
The Taylor siblings grew up as members of Fellowship Church, a small country church, where their father has been ministering as a Baptist minister for nearly 33 years. With their mother's guidance as their music director, it was around the church piano that The Taylors created and honed their beautiful family harmony.
The sound of the group has only grown tighter and better as the years go by.
Growing up in a Christian home has reinforced their faith and values, and has created in each of them a strong desire to proclaim their salvation through the ministry of music. God is at the very center of The Taylors' ministry and also at the center of their hearts. They consider themselves extremely blessed to be able to sing for The Lord.
Mail Check and Registration to:
Raleigh Baptist Association, PO Box 46659, Raleigh, NC 27620 by Monday, September 16, 2025
For more information, contact Iris Woodard at 919.231.3995 or email iris@raleighbaptists.org
Financial Lunch & Learn
When: October 2, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Raleigh Baptist Association, 820 S. New Hope Rd, Raleigh
This is for: Financial administrators and others who manage a church's accounting process. Lunch will be provided, and registration is required.
What to expect:
We will cover:
When: October 2, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Raleigh Baptist Association, 820 S. New Hope Rd, Raleigh
This is for: Financial administrators and others who manage a church's accounting process. Lunch will be provided, and registration is required.
What to expect:
- Overview and updates on tax and financial matters
- Extended Q&A for current church matters
- Connect and network with other financial administrators
We will cover:
- NC Sales Tax Refunds
- Charitable Contributions
- Various categories of charitable donations
- Policies and procedures.
NC State Fair Ministry Needs and Mission Opportunities
October 16 - 26, 2025
Each year the Raleigh Baptist Association partners with Campers On Mission to provide services to the carnival workers during their stay here in the Raleigh area for the NC State Fair. Below you will see many ways you can be a part of this ministry.
October 16 - 26, 2025
Each year the Raleigh Baptist Association partners with Campers On Mission to provide services to the carnival workers during their stay here in the Raleigh area for the NC State Fair. Below you will see many ways you can be a part of this ministry.
RBA Semi-Annual Meeting
October 28, 2025
Host Church: The Fountain of Raleigh, 9621 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh
Meal: 5:30 pm
Program: 6:30 pm
Menu:Honey Glazed Ham, Turkey, Yams, Mixed Vegetable Medley, Sauteed Green Beans, Tossed Salad, Rolls, Desserts, Tea and Lemonade
Cost: $17.00 per person
RSVP By: October 23, 2025 to 919.231.3995 (pay by cash or check at the door)
Business Session:
- Nominating Report
- Financial Report
- Church Relations & Credentials Report
Full Membership:
Watch Care:
Program:
Celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Habitat for Humanity of Wake County Building Together.
Habitat Wake started in the fellowship hall of Millbrook Baptist Church 40 years ago. Since then, many area churches have helped Habitat Wake to build 969 homes, repair 619 homes and serve an additional 987 families globally through our tithe to Habitat projects around the world.
Thank you to the following Raleigh Baptist Association churches that have been instrumental in supporting this ministry over the years: Apex, Bethlehem, Capital Community, Cary First, Crabtree Valley, Ephesus, Falls, Forest Hills, Good Hope, Greenwood Forest, Greystone, Hayes Barton, Longview, Millbrook, Mt. Moriah, New Hope, Olive Chapel, Rolesville, St. John's, Tabernacle, Temple, The Fountain of Raleigh, Treasuring Christ, Trinity, Wake Forest, Wendell, Westwood, Woodhaven, and Zebulon.
October 28, 2025
Host Church: The Fountain of Raleigh, 9621 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh
Meal: 5:30 pm
Program: 6:30 pm
Menu:Honey Glazed Ham, Turkey, Yams, Mixed Vegetable Medley, Sauteed Green Beans, Tossed Salad, Rolls, Desserts, Tea and Lemonade
Cost: $17.00 per person
RSVP By: October 23, 2025 to 919.231.3995 (pay by cash or check at the door)
Business Session:
- Nominating Report
- Financial Report
- Church Relations & Credentials Report
Full Membership:
- Harris Chapel Baptist Church, Youngsville, NC
- Hickory Rock Baptist Church, Youngsville, NC
- Maple Springs Baptist Church, Louisburg, NC
- Roberson Grove Baptist Church, Durham, NC
- First Ukrainian Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC
Watch Care:
- Franklinton Baptist Church, Franklinton, NC
Program:
Celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Habitat for Humanity of Wake County Building Together.
Habitat Wake started in the fellowship hall of Millbrook Baptist Church 40 years ago. Since then, many area churches have helped Habitat Wake to build 969 homes, repair 619 homes and serve an additional 987 families globally through our tithe to Habitat projects around the world.
Thank you to the following Raleigh Baptist Association churches that have been instrumental in supporting this ministry over the years: Apex, Bethlehem, Capital Community, Cary First, Crabtree Valley, Ephesus, Falls, Forest Hills, Good Hope, Greenwood Forest, Greystone, Hayes Barton, Longview, Millbrook, Mt. Moriah, New Hope, Olive Chapel, Rolesville, St. John's, Tabernacle, Temple, The Fountain of Raleigh, Treasuring Christ, Trinity, Wake Forest, Wendell, Westwood, Woodhaven, and Zebulon.
Monday, November 3, 2025
10:00 am Fellowship
10:30 am Program
Location: Raleigh Baptist Association, 820 S. New Hope Rd, Raleigh
Special Guest: Amy Boone, Executive Director & Treasurer, WMU NC. Amy and her husband Mike served as missionaries in Mozambique and South Africa for 14 years with the IMB. She has two children, Timothy and Grace and is a certified music and ESL Teacher. Amy’s areas of expertise include international missions, prayer, Focus Week, missions involvement, parenting and Bible studies.
Don’t miss Amy as she shares from her heart and leads us in praying for the world.
Afterwards, we will sign Thanksgiving blessing cards for those receiving Missions Dignity funds in North Carolina from GuideStone.
10:00 am Fellowship
10:30 am Program
Location: Raleigh Baptist Association, 820 S. New Hope Rd, Raleigh
Special Guest: Amy Boone, Executive Director & Treasurer, WMU NC. Amy and her husband Mike served as missionaries in Mozambique and South Africa for 14 years with the IMB. She has two children, Timothy and Grace and is a certified music and ESL Teacher. Amy’s areas of expertise include international missions, prayer, Focus Week, missions involvement, parenting and Bible studies.
Don’t miss Amy as she shares from her heart and leads us in praying for the world.
Afterwards, we will sign Thanksgiving blessing cards for those receiving Missions Dignity funds in North Carolina from GuideStone.