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SUMMARY:MLK Day Celebration: A Call to Unity
DESCRIPTION:MLK Day Celebration: A Call to Unity\nThe African American Fellowship of the BCM/D is excited to invite you and your congregation to a powerful and inspiring event that acknowledges Dr. King’s work in facilitating equality for all peoples and emphasizes the need for unity in our churches and communities. \nThis event is an opportunity not only to reflect on Dr. King’s work but also to engage in meaningful conversations and collaborations that can make a real gospel impact in our churches and beyond. We hope to facilitate unity among our churches and communities as wemove forward in faith and action. \n\nJanuary 19th | 10am – 12pm11443 Laurel – Bowie Rd\, Laurel\, MD 20708
URL:https://bcmd.org/event/mlk-day-celebration-a-call-to-unity/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, 11443 Laurel – Bowie Rd\, Laurel\, MD\, 20708
CATEGORIES:African American,Pastors
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SUMMARY:George Liele Missions Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:George Liele Missionary Breakfast\n						The BCM/D African American Fellowship (AAF) invites you to attend the 4th Annual George Liele Missionary Breakfast\, a special event celebrating the legacy of George Liele and highlighting the vital role of African American missionaries in global missions. \nThrough engaging visuals\, stories\, and testimonies\, participants will gain a deeper understanding of international missions and the growing need for African American missionaries. \nSaturday\, February 21 2026 | 9 AM – 12:00 PMSharon Bible Fellowship Church\, 6117 Seabrook Road\, Lanham MD 20706 \n \n\n					\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						Here's what to expect:\n						\n					\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Video Presentation\n				This year’s program will feature a powerful video presentation on the history of George Liele\, along with presentations spotlighting two mission teams: \nThe Africa Partnership\, led by Pastor Ricky Wilson \nRicky Wilson\, originally from Coatesville\, Pennsylvania\, experienced a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ at the age of nine. This encounter led him to embark on a journey to discover God’s purpose for his life\, ultimately answering the call to preach the gospel. He pursued theological education at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas\, Texas\, where he earned a Master of Theology degree in Pastoral Leadership. Additionally\, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Cheyney State University. \nRicky Wilson\, together with his wife\, children\, and a dedicated group of believers\, planted Christian Faith Fellowship\, a church located in Chester County\, Pennsylvania. Ricky serves as the Senior Pastor of the church\, guiding and shepherding the congregation. \nPastor Wilson currently serves as an International Missions Board Trustee for the Southern Baptist Convention. \nRecently\, he founded Africa Partnership with a clear vision to strengthen local churches across the African continent through education\, evangelism\, edification\, and economic development. Africa Partnership is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that has been working in Africa for over 22 years in 14 countries focused on providing support for local churches and leaders. Africa Partnership strengthens local churches\, empowers leaders\, and plants new congregations through training\, discipleship\, and resource support. \nPastor Wilson and his beloved wife\, Shirley\, are the proud parents of two sons\, Philip Jordan and the late Michael Jonathan. Their family stands as a testament to their love\, faith\, and dedication to their calling in ministry. \nEssential Piece Ministries International (EPMI)\, led by Pastor and Sis Keiffer and Martha Bent \nIn 2000\, Essential Piece Ministries International was founded by Keiffer and Martha Bent. EPMI grew out of a love of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. We observed an urgency for the gospel. The need continues to grow worldwide. \nWe now serve locally and internationally as short-term missionaries.  Our first mission trip as a family was to Antigua.  After returning we continued to work in full-time ministry in Maryland. Our focus is to share the gospel\, to train and equip through evangelism\, discipleship and training. \nFrom 2006 to present\, EPMI has served locally and internationally. We are Mission focused (Mathew 28:19-20).  We are thankful for the opportunities we have had to share the gospel\, give bibles\, evangelistic booklets and pamphlets\, leading Bible studies and mobilizing the church.  In North America\, India\, Taiwan\, China\, Philippines\, South African and Central Africa\, We want people to know\, and experience Jesus\, as Lord and Savior through: Evangelism\, Discipleship Training. \nCurrently\, we are focused on expanding our outreach work on a broader scale. One of the specific goals is to help pastors\, and lay leaders internationally to be more equipped. If they are more equipped\, they can better share the gospel effectively\, teach their families\, and congregation. They can better develop disciples in their local areas. Additionally\, we will expand our work in Evangelism and training in more countries. Additionally\, adding English as a Second Language (ESL) ministry\, hosting  Bibles studies\, and discipleship training locally and globally. \nWe trust the Lord and all the needed resources:  working under the power of the Holy Spirit\, prayer\, God’s labors\, and financial support. In order for the ministry to continue to thrive and grow. There is an urgent need for the gospel to be proclaimed. (John 3:16). \n \n \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Breakfast & Guest Choir\n				Breakfast will be served buffet style consisting of: Scrambled Eggs\, Grits\, hash brown potatoes\, pork bacon\, pork & turkey Sausage\, bread & butter w/ jelly\, pancakes w/ Syrup. Juices\, milk\, fruit\, and an assortment of Danishes. \nThe event will also include a special musical selection by The Washington DC Choral Union. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BCM/D’s AAF introduces George Liele Offering\n				We will introduce the George Liele Fund that will be used to support African American Pastors and congregations who are involved with international missions. \nEach participant will receive a fund envelope and a memento of George Liele (magnet\, book marker\, coffee cup\, etc.).
URL:https://bcmd.org/event/george-liele-missions-breakfast/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:African American
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SUMMARY:George Liele Leadership Institute: Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Spring Session 2026 Beginning April 13\, 2026\nCOST: $199 per class \nOld Testament Survey III: Keifer Bent\nThis course is a survey of 17 books of the Old Testament (Isaiah-Malachi). The student will learn the central theme\, general contents\, purpose\, and historical settings of each book as it is examined and applied to contemporary life. \nBasic Bible Doctrines II: Victor Kirk\nThis 10-week course introduces students to the next five foundational doctrines of the Christian faith—Salvation (Soteriology) \, Future Things (Eschatology)\, Church (Ecclesiology)\, Sin (Hamartiology)\, and Humanity (Anthropology). Students will examine key Scriptures\, learn essential truths about God’s nature and His revelation to humanity\, and understand how these doctrines shape Christian life and belief. Through study\, discussion\, and memorization\, students will deepen their biblical knowledge and spiritual maturity. \nPrayer and Spiritual Warfare: Dennis Marshall\nThis course provides believers with a biblical foundation on prayer and spiritual warfare\, teaching them to pray confidently and with discernment based on Scripture. It equips students with practical tools to stand firm during spiritual conflicts and to serve effectively in both church and community settings. \nRevelation I: Vernon Lattimore\nThis course offers a guided exploration of Revelation chapters 1–11\, centring on Jesus Christ as the risen and reigning Lord and His message to the Church. Students will engage the book’s powerful imagery\, spiritual conflict\, and unfolding vision of God’s redemptive plan and righteous judgment. Designed for both new and seasoned Bible students\, the course equips learners to interpret Revelation faithfully and apply its message of hope\, perseverance\, and ultimate victory to life and ministry today. \n					\n				\n			\n				Register Here
URL:https://bcmd.org/event/george-liele-leadership-institute-winter-session/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:African American
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SUMMARY:Regional AAF Prayer Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon!
URL:https://bcmd.org/event/regional-aaf-prayer-breakfast-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:African American
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