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THE GATHERING: Our 2025 Annual Meeting
2025 Team Reports
What is the Gathering?
ONE: One Body. One Heart. One Mission.
Join us for The Gathering 2025, the annual BCM/D family meeting for pastors, leaders, and churches across Maryland and Delaware. This year’s theme—ONE: One Body. One Heart. One Mission.—calls us to celebrate God’s work among us and to look ahead with unified vision for the year to come.
What to Expect:
A Slower Start – We’ve moved to a Monday–Tuesday schedule to allow you time to travel and rest before we begin.
Ministry Reports That Matter – Hear firsthand stories from BCM/D teams and leaders about how God moved in 2025 and what’s ahead in 2026.
A Special Dinner – A dedicated dinner on Monday evening for pastors and pastors’ wives—a time of encouragement, fellowship, and refreshment.
A Major Announcement – Be the first to hear about an exciting new event launching in 2026.
2026 Save the Dates – Receive the full calendar for next year’s BCM/D gatherings.
Connection – Build new friendships and reconnect with ministry partners, with intentional space for downtime and conversation.
Worship & Prayer – Above all, we’ll gather to worship, pray, and seek the Spirit’s movement across our churches and communities.
Come join us as one family on mission, united in heart and purpose for the gospel.
For more details, contact our team at [email protected]
Where Is The Gathering?
We’ll meet once again at the Ashore Resort and Beach Club in Ocean City, MD.
The Baptist Convention Annual Meeting 2025 Room Block is now open for reservations! Look at “Hotel Details” to find more information.
How Do I Register for The Gathering?
We’re using Whova again this year to manage registration and digital tickets. If you registered last year, just sign in with the same email and you’re set.
Quick Start (2–3 minutes)
1. Click Register on this page.
2. Choose your ticket type (Messenger or Guest) and enter attendee details.
3. Check your confirmation email (includes your QR code ticket).
Registration Types
Messenger
– Must have an SBC ID number
– Must register individually (one at a time)
– Must check the Messenger box during registration
– If you’re unsure of your SBC ID# or how many messengers your church can have, contact [email protected] or call (410) 290-5290.
Guest
– No SBC ID required
– Can register multiple people at once
What You’ll Need
– An email address you can access
– Your SBC ID# (if registering as a Messenger)
– Names/emails for any additional Guest attendees you’re registering
Step-by-Step: On a Computer
1. Click Register (opens Whova checkout).
2. Select your ticket type: Messenger or Guest.
3. Enter attendee info (name, email, church/organization if applicable).
4. Messenger: register one person at a time.
5. Guest: use Add another ticket/attendee to register multiple people.
6. Review your details and click Submit/Place Order.
7. Check your confirmation email from Whova for your receipt and QR code.
* (Optional) Click View event in the email to explore the agenda.
Step-by-Step: On a Phone
1. Tap Register (or use the free Whova app).
2. Choose Messenger or Guest ticket type.
3. Enter attendee details.
4. Messenger: one at a time.
5. Guest: you can add multiple.
6. Click Submit.
7. Your QR code will be in both the app and your email.
If you download the Whova app first, search “The Gathering (BCM/D)”, tap the event, and select Get Ticket.
After You Register
– Confirmation Email → Contains your QR code
– Sign in to Whova → Access agenda and updates with the same email
– Check-in → Show QR code on your phone or bring a printed copy
FAQs
1. What is Whova?
A secure event platform that handles registration and provides an event hub (agenda, messages, announcements).
2. Do I need a Whova account?
Yes, it’s free. Returning users sign in with the same email. New users create an account during checkout.
3. Can I register more than one person?
Messenger: No, one at a time only.
Guest: Yes, you can add multiple attendees during checkout.
4. I don’t know my SBC ID# or how many messengers my church can have.
Email [email protected] or call (410) 290-5290 for assistance.
5. Can I register someone who doesn’t use email?
Yes. Use your email for the purchase and provide their name. Then contact us so we can assign their ticket.
6. I don’t use smartphones. Can I still attend?
Absolutely. Print your confirmation email (or just bring your name and photo ID). We can check you in at the desk.
7. I didn’t get my confirmation email. What now?
Check your spam/junk folder for a message from Whova. If it’s not there, contact us and we’ll resend it.
8. Are group/church registrations available?
Yes—for Guest tickets only. For bulk registration or invoicing, contact us.
9. Will Whova share my info?
Your info is used only for The Gathering. Inside Whova you can control what other attendees can see in your profile.
10. Accessibility or dietary needs?
Tell us during checkout or email [email protected].
Troubleshooting
“Email already in use” → Sign in (use Forgot password if needed).
App can’t find the event → Make sure you’re signed in with the same email and search The Gathering (BCM/D).
Need Help?
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected] (Messenger/SBC ID help)
Event Schedule
Sunday
5:00PM – 7:00PM: Registration
Monday
7:30AM: Registration + Breakfast
8:30AM: Doors Open
9:00AM: Session 1
11:45AM: Small Gatherings
12:30PM: Lunch
2:00PM: Session 2
4:00PM: Dismiss
5:30PM: Pastors & Pastors Wives’ Dinner
Tuesday
7:30AM: Breakfast
8:30AM: Doors Open
9:00AM: Session 3
12:00PM: Closing
Hotel Details
The Baptist Convention Annual Meeting 2025 Room Block is now open for reservations!
Please use the booking link below to secure your room by the group cutoff date of October 11, 2025. All reservations must be made by this date.
Baptist Convention Annual Meeting 2025 Room Block
If you plan to arrive earlier or stay later than the contracted event dates, you can still book online. However, to extend your stay at the contracted rate, please contact the hotel directly at 410-524-3535.
Good news—while the hotel’s general policy includes a $35 per night resort fee plus tax, this fee has been waived for our group. You’ll see the discounted rate automatically reflected when booking through the link.
Small Gatherings
A list of Small Gatherings and Meet Ups are coming soon. Stay tuned!
AAF Meet-Up
This gathering is an opportunity to connect with fellow African American pastors, build relationships, and learn more about the George Liele Institute. We’d love for you to be part of this meaningful time together.
Next Gen Meet-Up
Same passion. Same mission. If you’re a Kidmin or Next Gen leader, don’t do it alone! Swing by our casual meet-up during the Annual Meeting. No agenda, no pressure—just time to connect (or reconnect!) with others who share your heart for the next generation.
Disaster Relief Meet-Up
Come and see how God is using Disaster Relief to bring hope and help to people in crisis. This gathering is for pastors, church leaders, and members who want to learn how to prepare, serve, and partner with BCMD after disasters. Keith Myer, State Director for Disaster Relief, will share practical ways to mobilize your church and connect with the larger Disaster Relief network.
Pastors and Pastors Wives Dinner
Pastors, you and your wives are invited to join us for dinner on Monday evening. We’d love the chance to celebrate your faithful service and the calling God has placed on your life. This dinner is for pastors currently serving at a partnering BCM/D church and their wives.
When you register, please be sure to sign up for this dinner—unfortunately, we aren’t able to accept walk-ins because of space and meal planning.
