Baptist Convention of Maryland & Delaware

Connect Lunches with Kris
2025-08-13 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-09 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
When: Noon
Dates & Locations:

January 29 – Arundel Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2101 Somerville Road, Suite 105
Annapolis, MD 21401
February 19 – Baltimore Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3701 Boston Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
March 12 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5102 Pegasus Court, Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21704
March 19 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
17301 Valley Mall Road, Suite 106
Hagerstown, MD 21740
April 9 – Delaware Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
365 N Dupont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
May 14 – Eastern Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2618 N Salisbury Blvd
Salisbury, MD 21801
May 28 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3410 Plum Tree Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21042
August 13 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
584 Jermor Lane West
Westminster, MD 21157
August 25 – Montgomery Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
885 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
September 9 – Prince George’s Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5506 Cherrywood Lane, Suite A
Greenbelt, MD 20770
September 24 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3082 Festival Way
Waldorf, MD 20601
October 1 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
22599 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 136 B
California, MD 20619
October 22 – Western Baptist Association
Applebee’s
12201 Winchester Rd SW,
La Vale, MD 21502
November 19 – Susquehanna Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
627 Bel Air Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014

Connect Lunches With Kris 2025
Connect Lunches with Kris are back for 2025! Children’s and youth ministry leaders are invited to these casual, no-agenda meet-ups, but all are welcome! She’d love to treat you to lunch, see what’s happening in your ministries, and give you some free resources! Join her at a location convenient for you to connect with her and other ministry leaders in your area!

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Evangelism Encouragement Lunches with Mark
2025-08-14 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-09-18 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-10-16 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-11-20 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-08 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-15 11:30 - 13:00
When: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Dates & Locations:

6/5/25 – Western Association – The Casselman Inn (113 Main Street, Grantsville, MD)
7/17/25 – Mid-Maryland Association – Chili’s Grill and Bar (1312 Londontown Blvd, Eldersburg, MD)
8/14/25 – Blue Ridge Association – Cracker Barrel (18214 Col. HK Douglas Dr., Hagerstown)
9/18/25 – Eastern Association – Roadie Joes (525 S. Main St., Berlin, MD)
10/16/25 – Susquehanna Association – Mission BBQ (627 Bel Air Road Bel Air, MD 21014)
11/20/25 – Montgomery Association – Gentleman Jim’s (18257 Flower Hill Way, Gaithersburg, MD)
1/08/26 – Baltimore Association – Kooper’s North (12240 Tullamore Rd., Timonium, MD)
1/15/26 – Arundel Association – Romilo’s Restaurant (478 Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park, MD)

*Future Associational locations to be determined. Stay tuned!*

Pastor… we want to connect with you and talk about evangelism. Mark Dooley, BCM/D Associate Executive Director and State Director of Evangelism would love to treat the pastors of the BCM/D churches to lunch. We will talk about evangelism efforts taking place in our churches and seek to, as the Scripture says, “encourage one another.” Complete the form below if you plan to attend!

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Connect Lunches with Kris
2025-08-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-22 12:00 - 14:00
When: Noon
Dates & Locations:

January 29 – Arundel Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2101 Somerville Road, Suite 105
Annapolis, MD 21401
February 19 – Baltimore Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3701 Boston Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
March 12 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5102 Pegasus Court, Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21704
March 19 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
17301 Valley Mall Road, Suite 106
Hagerstown, MD 21740
April 9 – Delaware Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
365 N Dupont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
May 14 – Eastern Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2618 N Salisbury Blvd
Salisbury, MD 21801
May 28 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3410 Plum Tree Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21042
August 13 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
584 Jermor Lane West
Westminster, MD 21157
August 25 – Montgomery Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
885 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
September 9 – Prince George’s Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5506 Cherrywood Lane, Suite A
Greenbelt, MD 20770
September 24 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3082 Festival Way
Waldorf, MD 20601
October 1 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
22599 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 136 B
California, MD 20619
October 22 – Western Baptist Association
Applebee’s
12201 Winchester Rd SW,
La Vale, MD 21502
November 19 – Susquehanna Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
627 Bel Air Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014

Connect Lunches With Kris 2025
Connect Lunches with Kris are back for 2025! Children’s and youth ministry leaders are invited to these casual, no-agenda meet-ups, but all are welcome! She’d love to treat you to lunch, see what’s happening in your ministries, and give you some free resources! Join her at a location convenient for you to connect with her and other ministry leaders in your area!

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SEND BCM/D: For The Kingdom
2025-09-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Redemption City Church, 3301 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
For The Kingdom is on Friday, September 19, at 7pm-8:30pm at Redemption City Church. Childcare will be provided, and we will have light refreshments. Our vision for this event is to create a culture of collaboration among the churches. This collaboration aims to see Maryland and Delaware saturated with the gospel by raising up church planters and church planting team members from within our congregations, developing them, and sending them out to plant more churches. Every church member has a role to play in this whether it is through going, supporting, or praying! We would love to invite you to what God is doing in our area!
Register using this link here: Sign Up Now!

Connect Lunches with Kris
2025-09-24 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 14:00
When: Noon
Dates & Locations:

January 29 – Arundel Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2101 Somerville Road, Suite 105
Annapolis, MD 21401
February 19 – Baltimore Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3701 Boston Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
March 12 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5102 Pegasus Court, Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21704
March 19 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
17301 Valley Mall Road, Suite 106
Hagerstown, MD 21740
April 9 – Delaware Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
365 N Dupont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
May 14 – Eastern Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2618 N Salisbury Blvd
Salisbury, MD 21801
May 28 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3410 Plum Tree Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21042
August 13 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
584 Jermor Lane West
Westminster, MD 21157
August 25 – Montgomery Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
885 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
September 9 – Prince George’s Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5506 Cherrywood Lane, Suite A
Greenbelt, MD 20770
September 24 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3082 Festival Way
Waldorf, MD 20601
October 1 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
22599 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 136 B
California, MD 20619
October 22 – Western Baptist Association
Applebee’s
12201 Winchester Rd SW,
La Vale, MD 21502
November 19 – Susquehanna Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
627 Bel Air Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014

Connect Lunches With Kris 2025
Connect Lunches with Kris are back for 2025! Children’s and youth ministry leaders are invited to these casual, no-agenda meet-ups, but all are welcome! She’d love to treat you to lunch, see what’s happening in your ministries, and give you some free resources! Join her at a location convenient for you to connect with her and other ministry leaders in your area!

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SOLD OUT: Pastors' Wives Retreat
2025-09-25 - 2025-09-27
Pastors' Wives Retreat: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

When: Septemeber 25-27, 2025

Where: The Crowne Plaza Annapolis, MD

Schedule

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

Thursday

4:00 PM – Check-in
5:00 PM – Welcome Dinner
6:00 PM – Encouragement and Worship
7:30 PM – Dessert and Cohorts

Friday

7:00 AM – Prayer Walk
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Group Devotional
10:00 AM – Cohorts
11:00 AM – Get ready for outing
11:45 AM – Head to Downtown Annapolis
12:00 PM – Lunch at Iron Rooster
1:00 PM – Free Time in DTA
3:30 PM – Head back to hotel
3:45 PM – Rest + Clean Up
5:00 PM – Dinner
6:00 PM – Encouragement and Worship
7:30 PM – Dessert and Cohorts

Saturday

7:00 AM – Prayer Walk
8:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Group Devotional
10:00 AM – Closing

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Preschool Ministry Gathering
2025-10-04 09:30 - 13:00 | MIddle River Baptist Church, 610 Middle River Rd., Middle River, MD, 21220, United States
Preschool Ministry Gathering
Join us for a half-day gathering designed for church leaders, preschool teachers and child development center directors and staff who are passionate about shaping the next generation. Together, we’ll enjoy fellowship, a light breakfast, and practical workshops that highlight the gospel impact of weekday ministries and the beauty of child-centered learning grounded in God’s design. You’ll hear inspiring stories, gain fresh strategies, and discover new ways for churches and CDCs to partner for both spiritual formation and educational excellence. Walk away encouraged, equipped, and ready to take your next step in ministry with children and families.

Meet our Speakers

Lora Gravatt is a visionary leader passionate for equipping Whole Life Disciples who follow Jesus into all spheres of their lives. A large part of her work has focused on developing discipleship initiatives such as transitioning the inherited church from a Sunday School model to home group model, a church-home partnership strategy for the next gen, and championing the reimagination of the Child Development Center ministry as an intentional tool to evangelize children and families. Lora holds a Master of Divinity degree with emphasis in Christian education, Bachelors in Business & Marketing, and has served in vocational ministry for over 25 years at Columbia Church.

Dr. Doyna Illmer brings over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, currently serving as Senior Director of Columbia Child Development Center, a faith-based center in Falls Church, VA, that serves over 200 children ages 18 months to 5 years. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with specialization in Early Childhood Education from The Catholic University of America and has extensive experience working with diverse families and communities both internationally and in the United States. Her passion for quality early childhood education stems from her deep understanding of how investment in young children can transform life trajectories, particularly for underserved populations.

Workshops
A More Beautiful Partnership: Reimagining the Church & CDC Together for Gospel ImpactYour church’s CDC is more than childcare, it’s a sacred opportunity to disciple the next generation and reach families in your community. In this interactive workshop, you’ll hear real stories from Columbia Church, explore why weekday ministries are one of the most strategic doors for evangelism and discipleship, and discover how pastors, teachers, and directors can partner together for greater gospel impact. You’ll leave inspired and equipped with your next practical step to strengthen the partnership between your church and CDC. This workshop is particularly helpful if all the stakeholders and strategic decision makers (Sr. Pastor, Ex. Pastor/Discipleship Pastor, Center Director, Elder/Deacon, Children’s Minister, etc) can attend together.

Sacred Wonder: Guiding Young Hearts Through God’s Design and Child-Centered LearningThis leadership workshop equips Christian preschool directors with the knowledge and tools to integrate the Reggio Emilia philosophy with biblical foundations in their programs. Directors will explore how child-centered, inquiry-based learning can flourish within a Christ-centered environment while maintaining educational excellence and spiritual formation goals. Participants will leave with practical implementation strategies, staff development resources, and a clear roadmap for creating programs that honor both God’s design for childhood and evidence-based educational practices.

Preschool Ministry Gathering

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2025 WMU Annual Meeting
2025-11-01 | Camp Wo-Me-To, 1200 Knopp Rd, Jarrettsville, 21084, United States
Don’t miss the Maryland/Delaware WMU Annual Meeting on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Camp Wo-Me-Too! Come be inspired as Pastor Victor and Vallie Kirk share about their recent missionary trip to Zambia, Africa. We’ll also look ahead together as we vote on the 2026 budget and elect new executive board members.
Registration is required—save your spot today and be part of this meaningful gathering!

Registration for this Event is Closed.

Disaster Relief Training: West Virginia
2025-11-01 08:30 - 12:30 | New Life Community Church, 4102 Tabler Station Rd, Inwood, WV, 25428, United States
Disaster Relief Training - West Virginia
Join us for a hands-on Disaster Relief Training event designed to equip volunteers to serve in times of crisis. This session will include Intro to Disaster Relief and Flood Recovery classes—ideal for both new and returning volunteers.
Come learn how you can make a difference when disaster strikes.Registration is required.

Disaster Relief Training - West Virginia

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Introduction to Southern Baptist Disaster Relief

Flood Recovery
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THE GATHERING: Our 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-11 | Ashore Resort & Beach Club, 10100 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
2025 Team Reports

2025 BCM/D Formation and Health Report

2025 Church Strengthening Team Report

2025 Missional Impact Team Report

2025 Mobilization and Planting Team Report

2025 Skycroft Report

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 events@bcmd.org

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 mjones@bcmd.org 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 mjones@bcmd.org 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 events@bcmd.org.

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?
📧 events@bcmd.org📧 mjones@bcmd.org (Messenger/SBC ID help)

Event Schedule
Sunday5:00PM – 7:00PM: Registration
Monday7:30AM: Registration + Breakfast8:30AM: Doors Open9:00AM: Session 111:45AM: Small Gatherings12:30PM: Lunch2:00PM: Session 24:00PM: Dismiss5:30PM: Pastors & Pastors Wives’ Dinner
Tuesday7:30AM: Breakfast8:30AM: Doors Open9:00AM: Session 312:00PM: 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-UpThis 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-UpSame 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-UpCome 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.

Weekday Educator Lunches
2025-11-18
Join us for a casual and uplifting lunch gathering designed for those who serve in church preschools or daycare ministries! This is a times to connect with others in your unique role, share stories, and find encouragement in the challenges and joys of your work. Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas, looking to build a support network, or simply want to enjoy a meal with like-minded leaders, this event is for you. Let’s build each other up as we serve the little ones in our communities!
November 18th
Texas Roadhouse
1736 Merritt Blvd.
Dundalk, MD 21222

Connect Lunches with Kris
2025-11-19 12:00 - 14:00
When: Noon
Dates & Locations:

January 29 – Arundel Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2101 Somerville Road, Suite 105
Annapolis, MD 21401
February 19 – Baltimore Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3701 Boston Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
March 12 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5102 Pegasus Court, Suite 101
Frederick, MD 21704
March 19 – Blue Ridge Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
17301 Valley Mall Road, Suite 106
Hagerstown, MD 21740
April 9 – Delaware Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
365 N Dupont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
May 14 – Eastern Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
2618 N Salisbury Blvd
Salisbury, MD 21801
May 28 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3410 Plum Tree Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21042
August 13 – Mid-Maryland Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
584 Jermor Lane West
Westminster, MD 21157
August 25 – Montgomery Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
885 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
September 9 – Prince George’s Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
5506 Cherrywood Lane, Suite A
Greenbelt, MD 20770
September 24 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
3082 Festival Way
Waldorf, MD 20601
October 1 – Potomac Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
22599 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 136 B
California, MD 20619
October 22 – Western Baptist Association
Applebee’s
12201 Winchester Rd SW,
La Vale, MD 21502
November 19 – Susquehanna Baptist Association
Mission BBQ
627 Bel Air Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014

Connect Lunches With Kris 2025
Connect Lunches with Kris are back for 2025! Children’s and youth ministry leaders are invited to these casual, no-agenda meet-ups, but all are welcome! She’d love to treat you to lunch, see what’s happening in your ministries, and give you some free resources! Join her at a location convenient for you to connect with her and other ministry leaders in your area!

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Equipped for Every Good Work: The BCM/D Pastors’ Conference
2025-12-04 08:30 - 15:30 | The Church at Severn Run, Run 8187 Telegraph Rd, Severn, MD, 21144, United States
WHEN
Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 8:30-3:30

WHERE
The event will be held at The Church at Severn Run
8187 Telegraph Rd, Severn, MD 21144

WHO
Whether you’re a senior pastor, associate, or bivocational pastor—this conference is for you. Equipped for Every Good Work: The BCM/D Pastors’ Conference is designed to encourage and equip all pastors serving in the local church. This year’s main session speaker is Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile of Anacostia River Church, who will share rich, biblical, pastoral wisdom. The day will also feature engaging breakout sessions tailored to meet the unique challenges and opportunities faced by pastors in various ministry roles.
Come be renewed and strengthened for the good work God has called you to!

SCHEDULE
8:30 -Registration9:30 -Main Session I10:50 -Breakout Session I12 -Lunch1 -Breakout Session II2:30 -Main session II3:30 -Closing

Keynote Speaker

Thabiti Anyabwile is one of the pastors for Anacostia River Church. He has served as an elder and pastor in churches in NC, D.C. and the Cayman Islands. After a few years as a practicing Muslim, Thabiti was converted under the preaching of the gospel in the Washington, D.C. area. He and his wife, Kristie, have three children. Thabiti is the author of several books, including: The Life of God in the Soul of the Church; The Gospel for Muslims; What Is a Healthy Church Member?; The Decline of African-American Theology; The Faithful Preacher; and Exalting Jesus in Luke (Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary). Thabiti also serves as President of The Crete Collective, a network focused on planting and revitalizing churches in vulnerable and neglected black and brown neighborhoods.

Breakouts
Leading with Legacy in MindRev. Bucas Sterling III, Senior Pastor – Kettering Baptist Church Legacy CenterThis breakout invites senior pastors to reflect on the long-term impact of their leadership. With a focus on legacy, participants will explore key principles and personal insights that shape how ministry is led today and remembered tomorrow.
The Wounded HealerRev. Andy Ehlers, Senior Pastor – Hide Tide ChurchIn a world where pastors are expected to be strong and unshaken, where do we go with our wounds, brokenness, and suffering? This breakout explores how God uses our own pain—not in spite of it, but through it—to bring healing to others. Through wisdom gleaned from Scripture and real life experience, this session invites you to embrace a redemptive vision of ministry where healing and leadership flow from the same sacred place.
Leading from the Second ChairRev. Jeremy Dickson – BCM/DThis session explores the unique challenges and opportunities of serving in a supporting leadership role. Designed for those who lead without being the lead pastor, it offers space to consider how to lead with excellence, influence, and integrity from where you are. Whether you’re navigating vision, communication, or team dynamics, this conversation will encourage and equip you to lead faithfully from the seat you occupy.
The Heart, Head, and Hands of MobilizationRev. Jamie Caldwell – Send NetworkThis breakout will help pastors clarify a Christlike focus on mobilization by providing a church-wide framework for discerning, discovering, developing, and deploying leaders from the harvest for the harvest.
Rooted and Renewed: Spiritual Practices that Sustain Pastoral LifeDr. Ron Blankenship – DOM, Montgomery Baptist AssociationRev. Victor Kirk – Senior Pastor, Sharon Bible Fellowship ChurchDr. Joel Rainey – Senior Pastor, Covenant ChurchJoin us to explore the personal spiritual formation practices that ground and sustain pastors amid the demands of ministry and life. Our panel of experienced practitioners will share rhythms, disciplines, and habits that help them remain connected to Christ and lead from a place of spiritual vitality.

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Leading with Legacy in Mind: Rev. Bucas Sterling III, Senior Pastor – Kettering Baptist Church Legacy Center

The Wounded Healer: Rev. Andy Ehlers, Senior Pastor – Hide Tide Church

Leading from the Second Chair: Rev. Jeremy Dickson – BCM/D

The Heart, Head, and Hands of Mobilization: Rev. Jamie Caldwell – Send Network

Rooted and Renewed- Spiritual Practices that Sustain: Pastoral Life Dr. Ron Blankenship – DOM, Montgomery Baptist Association Rev. Victor Kirk - Senior Pastor, Sharon Bible Fellowship Church Dr. Joel Rainey – Senior Pastor, Covenant Church
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Leading with Legacy in Mind: Rev. Bucas Sterling III, Senior Pastor – Kettering Baptist Church Legacy Center

The Wounded Healer: Rev. Andy Ehlers, Senior Pastor – Hide Tide Church

Leading from the Second Chair: Rev. Jeremy Dickson – BCM/D

The Heart, Head, and Hands of Mobilization: Rev. Jamie Caldwell – Send Network

Rooted and Renewed- Spiritual Practices that Sustain: Pastoral Life Dr. Ron Blankenship – DOM, Montgomery Baptist Association Rev. Victor Kirk - Senior Pastor, Sharon Bible Fellowship Church Dr. Joel Rainey – Senior Pastor, Covenant Church
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George Liele Leadership Institute: Winter Session
2026-01-05
The George Liele Leadership Institute will hold its 2026 Winter classes with live instructors teaching the courses online. All classes are virtual unless in-person sessions are needed as requested by the instructor.
The classes begin on Monday, January 5th 2026. We will offer 4 classes, and the courses will run for 10 weeks, with the exception of the Master Class which will be 12 weeks. All classes start at 6:30 PM and will be 2 hours in length. Register below!

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Youth & Kids E3 Event
2026-01-17
More information coming soon!

MLK Day Celebration: A Call to Unity
2026-01-19

Tax Seminar
2026-01-27

Pastor Formation Cohort
2026-02-19
Pastoring is not a 9-to-5 job.
There is an unending list of important things to do as you seek to serve others sacrificially. The demands of ministry make it difficult to find a healthy rhythm of life and work, and can leave you running on empty.“I don’t know if I can keep up this pace anymore.”
“I am on the verge of just walking away.”
“The pressure has reached a breaking point.”
If you have felt this way you are not alone.
We welcome you to our Pastoral Formation Community. Pastor, author, and artist Ronnie Martin and BCM/D Director of Formation and Health, Dan Hyun, will provide perspectives and practices that will lead to newfound flourishing in your life and ministry. You’ll learn to develop a sustainable pattern of ministry that both honors the Lord and the people you care for while guarding you from burnout.
Our cohort-based approach blends some teaching but will primarily be oriented around connection with one another with two half-day retreats (February 19 and May 21) that bookend shorter regionally based gatherings throughout March and April. Together we’ll explore practices that restore attentiveness to God and people: crafting sane schedules, shepherding from identity rather than insecurity, leading from prayerful presence, and building friendships that sustain the long haul.
Check out more details including the regional dates and locations below. Space is intentionally limited so register soon to hold your spot.
If you’re tired of measuring ministry by speed and volume, come learn to do less—and accomplish more of what actually matters. Your soul, your family, and your church will notice the difference.

February Retreat
Date: February 19, 2026
Location: South Shore Church
Description:Kick off the Pastoral Formation Community with our first half-day retreat. Join Ronnie Martin and Dan Hyun as we take an honest look at the pace of ministry and what it means to lead from strength and stability. This opening session lays the groundwork for developing habits that help you stay steady and effective for the long haul.

Regional Meetups — March
Dates: Regional gatherings throughout March 2026
Locations: Various locations across Maryland and Delaware
Description:Connect with other pastors in your region for a time of conversation, encouragement, and sharpening. These smaller gatherings build on February’s retreat and give space to talk about real challenges in ministry with brothers who understand the weight of the work.

Regional Meetups — April
Dates: Regional gatherings throughout April 2026
Locations: Various locations across Maryland and Delaware
Description:Take another step in the journey toward healthy, sustainable ministry. These regional meetups keep the momentum going—helping you stay focused, grounded, and connected as you put new practices into motion.
Register for an April Meetup Here!

May Retreat
Date: May 21, 2025
Location: South Shore Church
Description:We’ll wrap up our time together with a final half-day retreat—a chance to look back, refocus, and move forward with clarity. Join Ronnie and Dan as we revisit the lessons learned, celebrate progress, and commit to running the race with endurance.

Register Now Here!

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March 5: Weems Creek Church, 600 N Bestgate Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401

March 10: Bethlehem Church, 900 Bowleys Quarters Rd, Baltimore, MD 21220

March 12: FBC Laurel, 15000 First Baptist Ln, Laurel, MD 20707

March 14: Virtual (9-10am)

March 19: Paramount Baptist Church, 13234 Marsh Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21742

March 24: Virtual (9-10am)
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April 9: FBC Laurel, 15000 First Baptist Ln, Laurel, MD 20707

April 11: Virtual (9-10am)

April 14: Virtual (9-10am)

April 21: Bethlehem Church, 900 Bowleys Quarters Rd, Baltimore, MD 21220

April 23: Weems Creek Church, 600 N Bestgate Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401

April 30: Paramount Baptist Church, 13234 Marsh Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21742
RetreatFebruary & May Retreat Registration Quantity(Required)Join Ronnie Martin and Dan Hyun at South Shore Church (725 Herald Harbor Rd. Crownsville MD, 21032) for both half-day retreats that bookend our Pastoral Formation Community.

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George Liele Missions Breakfast
2026-02-21

VBS Training
2026-02-28

Revive Conference: Weekend 1
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-07
Revive Conference
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CFA Sandwich

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Beach Reach Week 1
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-13
