Stories That Inspire
Highlights from the American Baptist family — leaders, congregations, and ministries making a difference.
ABCUSA Office of the General Secretary Invites American Baptists to Nominate Inspiring Leaders for 2027 Luke Mowbray Ecumenical Award
Nominations are open for an award celebrating an American Baptist whose service has advanced Christian unity, and are due October 15, 2026.
Read article →American Baptist Churches USA Joyfully Announces Engage 2027
A welcoming opportunity for pastors, church leaders, seminarians, chaplains, and specialized ministers new to ABCUSA to connect at the 2027 Biennial Mission Summit.
Read article →Mother's Day Message from the General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain, American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary
Happy Joy filled Mother’s Day!
Read article →Good Friday
“May this Good Friday bring peace to your heart, reflection to your soul, and grace to your life. Praying that you have a blessed and meaningful day.”
Read article →Maundy Thursday
Today we commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, during which He washed the feet of His disciples
Read article →Easter Sunday Message from the General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Gina Jacobs-Strain, American Baptist Churches USA Office of the General Secretary
Matthew 28:6 – He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay
Read article →Happy Palm Sunday
On this Palm Sunday we recognize the triumphant entry of Christ into Jerusalem
Read article →ABHMS Announces Expanded Benefits for 2026 Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers Conference Attendees
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/13/26)— When faith leaders gather Tuesday through Thursday, April 21–23, in Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2026 Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers…
Read article →$5,000 in OGHS Disaster Relief Funds Sent to Support Communities in the Middle East Impacted by Escalating Violence
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/11/26)— International Ministries (IM) is releasing $5,000 in One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) emergency disaster relief funds to assist IM partners who are…
Read article →International Ministries Announces the Retirement of Global Servants Dan and Sarah Chetti After Decades of Faithful Service in the Arab World
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 3/3/26)— It is with deep appreciation that International Ministries (IM) announces the upcoming retirement of Global Servants Dan and Sarah Chetti on March…
Read article →ABWIM Newsletter Volume 2
ABWIM Newsletter Volume 2
Read article →American Baptist Churches USA Announces Theme and Reveals Logo for 2027 Biennial Mission Summit
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 02/19/26) —Announces Theme and Reveals Logo for 2027 Biennial Mission Summit
Read article →Ash Wednesday Message from Rev. Dr. Gina C. Jacobs-Strain General Secretary of American Baptist Churches USA
Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your lovingkindness; According to the greatness of Your compassion blot out my transgressions. — Psalms 51:1
Read article →A New Chapter Unfolds at The Christian Citizen as Anna Piela Ascends to Editor
KING OF PRUSSIA (ABNS 2/9/26)— American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) is pleased to announce that Rev. Dr. Anna Piela, a talented scholar-minister and Polish immigrant…
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