American Baptist Churches USA - What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 3

What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 3 The Office of the General Secretary is excited to continue our six-part video series exploring the heart of the Biennial Mission Summit! Due to technical difficulties, last week’s installment with Wendy Clemmer, Director of Mission Resource Development was cut short -- this week, you have TWO new videos! In this third installment, James Tran, Senior Accountant, sheds light on how amazing it is that over a thousand Baptists from across the globe come together for this event. The Biennial Mission Summit is a place for community, and allows its attendees to be a part of something much bigger than themselves. It’s inspiring to witness how faith can bring together people of different walks of life in the same place. Stay tuned for next week’s episode, where we’ll hear from Tina Kiernan, Executive Assistant to the General Secretary/Administrative Manager, for more about the Biennial Mission Summit. Join us in Omaha, Nebraska from July 3 to July 6, 2025, for an unforgettable experience! Register Now! Fun Fact About Omaha Omaha, Nebraska is known as the Gateway to the West. CONNECT WITH US

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American Baptist Churches USA - What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 2

What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 2 The Office of the General Secretary is excited to continue our six-part video series exploring the heart of the Biennial Mission Summit! In this second installment, Wendy Clemmer, Director of Mission Resource Development, shares why this event is such a significant gathering for American Baptist Churches USA (ABCUSA). As the fifth-largest Christian denomination in the United States, ABCUSA comes together every two years for this powerful time of worship, learning, and fellowship. The Biennial Mission Summit is more than just a conference—it’s a vital space where American Baptists connect, collaborate, and celebrate their shared faith. The dynamic sessions, inspiring speakers, and opportunities for meaningful engagement are just a few aspects of the summit that make this event so special. This video offers a deeper understanding of why the Biennial Mission Summit is a cornerstone event for our community. Stay tuned for next week’s episode, where we’ll hear from James Tran, Senior Accountant, for more about the impact of this gathering. Join us in Omaha, Nebraska from July 3 to July 6, 2025, for an unforgettable experience! Register Now! Fun Fact About Omaha The name Omaha comes from the Omaha tribe, a Native American tribe that continues to live in the area (this is a correction to last week's fun fact where we mistakenly published this part of the fun fact in past tense. We are happy to have been wrong and celebrate the continued legacy of Native Americans in our country). In Native Indian, Omaha means "those treading against the current or wind". The Omaha tribe is still there and thriving! FOLLOW US

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American Baptist Churches USA - What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 1

What is the Biennial Mission Summit? Pt. 1 The Office of the General Secretary is excited to present a five-part video series that delves into the essence of the Biennial Mission Summit! In this first installment, Rev. Dr. Gina C. Jacobs-Strain, the General Secretary, and Min. Dr. Chantá N. Barrett, the Director of Communications engage in a dynamic discussion about the significance of the Biennial Mission Summit. They explore what makes this event unique and why it is a vital gathering for the community. Dr. Jacobs-Strain expresses her enthusiasm for the upcoming American Baptist Churches USA's (ABCUSA) "Family Reunion," which will be held in Omaha, Nebraska, from July 3 to July 6, 2025. She shares insights into the event's objectives, expected activities, and the opportunities for fellowship and connection it will provide participants. This video invites everyone to learn more about the Biennial Mission Summit and anticipate the unique experiences that await in Omaha. Stay tuned for our “What is the Biennial Mission Summit” series next week with Wendy Clemmer, Director of Mission Resource Development. Join us in Omaha for this powerful time of worship, learning, and connection! Register Now! Fun Fact About Omaha The name Omaha comes from the Omaha tribe, a Native American tribe that once lived in the area. In Native Indian, Omaha means "those treading against the current or wind".  FOLLOW US

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There is Still Time to Register for the American Baptist Churches USA 2023 Biennial Mission Summit!

Hotel rooms are still available - register now to attend the 2023 Biennial Mission Summit, June 23-25, 2023 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, Puerto Rico! Registration closes on May 17, 2023. Click here to register for the Biennial Mission Summit now.   Learn more: With the theme “For Such a Time as This,” the biennial event is the premier opportunity for American Baptists to gather and connect with one another, hear directly from American Baptist partners and friends, worship together as one family of God, and learn the latest happenings across the American Baptist denomination. Be sure to check the schedule for events occurring before the publicized start date of June 23. You won’t want to miss anything! Learn more about our: Speakers Schedule Venue Child Care and Youth Programs   www.americanbaptists2023.com REGISTER NOW   We hope that we will see you in Puerto Rico in June!

Sincerely, The Biennial Mission Summit Planning Team