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  • ABHMS calls for prayers and support for Kentucky, other areas of Ohio Valley

    VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 02/20/2025)—In response to devastating floods that have inundated Kentucky, West Virginia, and other parts of the Ohio River Valley, American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has launched a One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) appeal to raise much-needed funds to aid victims of this natural disaster. To date, 14 lives have been lost, an untold number remain missing, and thousands have been displaced from their homes, according to officials.

  • Faith leaders and activists unite in ABHMS Justice Dialogue to confront immigration challenges

    VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 02/07/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) hosted a Justice Dialogue on February 5 about the current immigration crisis in the United States. This virtual event drew over 250 clergy, activists, educators, and legal professionals. Titled “Care for One Another During Current Immigration Enforcement: Know Your Rights for Yourself and Your Community,”

  • ABHMS secures $1.5 million to empower Latino/a faith leaders and fortify congregations across U.S. and Puerto Rico

    VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 02/03/2024)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) is pleased to announce the receipt of a $1.5 million, five-year grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its National Initiative to Strengthen Hispanic Pastoral Leaders and Congregations. The funding will help ABHMS establish Creciendo Juntos, a direct response to the findings of an ABHMS research

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  • Being Baptist: History, Identity & Polity — ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning

    NEW COHORT! Explore the roots of Baptist history, how different Baptist groups relate to one another, and the distinctive convictions of Baptist identity. The first class in this 6-week online certificate course begins Feb. 4, 2025!

    INSTRUCTOR: Rev. Rebecca Irwin-Diehl, PhD
    COST: $225.00
    DATES: Tues., Feb. 4–Mar. 11, 2025
    TIMES: 4:30-6:30 pm ET | 1:30-3:30 pm PT

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  • Holy Currencies–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning

    In this facilitated cohort for leaders, reflect on the currencies in your life and prepare to lead others in the same. Holy Currencies, a holistic model for sustainability, moves beyond “time, talent, and treasure” to create missional ministries.

    INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Sanborn
    COST: $75.00
    DATES: Mon., Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2025
    TIMES: 12 noon-1:00 p.m. ET | 9:00-10:00 a.m. PT

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  • Chosen Generations: Ministry with Older Adults–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning

    A new webinar series exploring practical and spiritual topics for serving those in “the 3rd third” of life. Join this collaborative convening for and with elders in our churches and communities. First in the series: A Different Avenue to Community with Rev. Kathryn Palen.

    INSTRUCTOR: Kathryn Palen
    COST: Early Bird (through Feb. 28) $40.00; regular $50.00
    DATE: Fri., Mar. 7, 2025
    TIME: 12:00-1:30 p.m. ET 9:00-10:30 a.m.

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