BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Baptist Convention of Maryland & Delaware - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Baptist Convention of Maryland & Delaware X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bcmd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Baptist Convention of Maryland & Delaware REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111 DTSTAMP:20260818T031438Z CREATED:20251023T093902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T031438Z UID:10000743-1794182400-1794355199@bcmd.org SUMMARY:The Gathering 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Gathering is the BCM/D’s annual family meeting where we come together to celebrate all that God has done across our churches. This is a time to hear directly from the BCM/D team as we share stories of how God has moved in 2026\, provide important updates\, and cast vision for what’s coming in 2027. You’ll also have space to connect with pastors\, leaders\, and church members from across Maryland and Delaware\, strengthening relationships and being reminded that you’re part of something bigger. Whether you’re leading\, serving\, or supporting your church\, The Gathering is for you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Gathering Registration Is Now Open!\n \n \n Day(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Hour(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Minute(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Second(s) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n the gathering Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00am – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n9:20am – Call To Order & Introduction of New Business | Ron Blankenship \n9:30am – In Maryland and Delaware As It Is In Heaven | Dan Hyun \n9:45am – Value #1 | Church Strengthening Team \n10:25am – Cooperative Program Report | Somer Phoebus \n10:30am – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n10:40am – Business Session | Ron Blankenship \n11:10am – Value #2 | Mobilization and Planting Team \n11:30am – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n11:40am – Partner Highlights \n12:00pm – Prayer and Dismissal | Mark Dooley \n1:00pm – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n1:20pm – Baptist Foundation Report | Megan Jones \n1:30pm – Skycroft Conference Center | Emily Reedy \n1:45pm – Value #3 | Compassion Ministries Team  \n2:25pm – Director of Missions Recognition | Dan Hyun \n2:50pm – Corporate Prayer Over Associations | Dan Hyun & DOM’s \n2:55 pm- President’s Address | Ron Blankenship \n3:15pm – Closing Prayer | Tom Stolle \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:30am – Associational Prayer Breakfast: Sponsored by Montgomery and Arundel \n9:00am – Welcome | Richard Pope \n9:10am – Enrollment of Messengers & Call to Order | Ron Blankenship \n9:15am – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n9:35am – Business Session | Ron Blankenship \n10:05 – Partner Highlights \n10:15am – Value #4 | Formation and Health Team \n10:45am – Executive Director’s Address | Tom Stolle \n11:15am – Worship Through Song | Marcus & Carolina Akins \n11:30 – Prayer + Charge | Jamie Caldwell \n12:00pm – Adjournment | Ron Blankenship \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n The Gathering is a time to celebrate what God has done\, connect with others serving across BCM/D\, and step away to be encouraged and refreshed for the season ahead. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n l\n \n BCM/D Updates\n Hear how God has moved across our churches this year and what’s ahead for 2027 from the BCM/D team. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meaningful Connections\n Build relationships with pastors and leaders from across BCM/D and strengthen your ministry network. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n z\n \n Worship Together\n Be led in worship by Marcus Akins and Carolina Akins as we gather in unity and praise the Lord. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rest & Refresh\n Step away from the noise of ministry life to rest\, recharge\, and return encouraged. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What You Can Expect\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important Business Sessions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n2027 Proposed Budget\nBaptist Foundation Report\nElection of Officers\nAffirmation of Committee Appointments\nPresident’s Address\nExecutive Director’s Address\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hear From The BCM/D Team\n \n \n \n \n \n \nFormation and Health Team Report\nChurch Strengthening Team Report\nMobilization and Planting Team Report\nMissional Impact Team Report\nOperations and Communications Reports\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Gatherings\n \n \n \n \n \n \nPastors & Pastors’ Wives Dinner\nBCM/D Women Meet Up\nNext Gen Leader Meet Up\nAfrican American Fellowship Meet Up\nAssociational Prayer Breakfast\nAnd more…\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FAQ's\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What is the Gathering?\n In MD & DE as it is in Heaven \nJoin us for The Gathering 2026\, the annual BCM/D family meeting for pastors\, leaders\, and churches across Maryland and Delaware. This year’s theme is\, In MD & DE as it is in Heaven. \nWhat to Expect: \nA Slower Start – We’ve moved to a Monday–Tuesday schedule to allow you time to travel and rest before we begin. \nMinistry Reports That Matter – Hear firsthand stories from BCM/D teams and leaders about how God moved in 2026 and what’s ahead in 2027. \nA Special Dinner – A dedicated dinner on Monday evening for pastors and pastors’ wives—a time of encouragement\, fellowship\, and refreshment. \n2027 Save the Dates – Receive the full calendar for next year’s BCM/D gatherings. \nConnection – Build new friendships and reconnect with ministry partners\, with intentional space for downtime and conversation. \nWorship & Prayer – Above all\, we’ll gather to worship\, pray\, and seek the Spirit’s movement across our churches and communities. \nCome join us as one family on mission\, united in heart and purpose for the gospel. \nFor more details\, contact our team at events@bcmd.org \n \n \n \n \n \n Where Is The Gathering?\n This year\, we’ll be meeting at the Crowne Plaza Annapolis. \nLocated at 173 Jennifer Rd\, Annapolis\, MD 21401.  \n \n \n \n \n \n How Do I Register for The Gathering?\n Registration is now open for Messangers and Guests for 2026! \nPlease use the form found on this page to register and save your seat. Once registered\, you will recieve a confirmation email with event details. \nKeep an eye on your inbox for more updates as we get closer to the event! \nRegistering as a messanger and need help finding your SBC ID# or how many messangers your church can have? Email mjones@bcmd.org for assistance. \n \n \n \n \n \n How Do I Book a Room?\n Rooms for The Gathering can be booked directly through the hotel. Online booking is coming soon — in the meantime\, you can call The Crowne Plaza at (410) 266-3131 and let them know you’re with the BCM/D event to reserve your room. \n \n \n \n \n \n What If The Crowne Plaza Sells Out?\n No worries — there are several great hotels just a few minutes away! We recommend the Courtyard Marriott or the DoubleTree as your backup options. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pastors and Pastors Wives Dinner\n 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. \nWhen 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is Now Open!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n The Gathering 2026\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)\n \n \n \n Country\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phone Number\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Church Name/Organization(Required)Registration Type(Required)GuestMessengerSBC ID Number(Required)Please provide your SBC ID number to register as a Messenger. I acknowledge that I have been elected to attend as a Messenger on behalf of the BCM/D church that I am registering under. I understand that any registrations without a proper SBC ID will be canceled.(Required)\n \n \n Agreed\n Will you be Attending the Pastors & Pastors Wives Dinner on Monday Night?(Required)This dinner is for pastors currently serving at a partnering BCM/D church and their wives.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \nSubmit URL:https://bcmd.org/event/the-gathering/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcmd.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/the-gathering_web_navy-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T130000 DTSTAMP:20260112T203217Z CREATED:20260112T164936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T203217Z UID:10000748-1794916800-1794920400@bcmd.org SUMMARY:Weekday Educator Lunches DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual and uplifting lunch gathering designed for those who serve in church preschools or daycare ministries!\nThis is a time 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! \nThe Grill at Quarterfield Station\n7704 Quarterfield Rd.\nGlen Burnie\, MD 21061 URL:https://bcmd.org/event/weekday-educator-lunches-6/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Children's Ministry,Youth Ministry ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcmd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Weekday-Educator-Lunches.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 DTSTAMP:20260714T171057Z CREATED:20260428T143405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T171057Z UID:10000755-1796083200-1796169599@bcmd.org SUMMARY:BCM/D Pastor's Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:Equipped for Every Good Work: The BCM/D Pastors’ Conference\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Pastors’ Conference is designed to provide holistic care for the pastor – nourishing the Pastor’s mind with truth and equipping his hands with practical skills\, all while renewing our hearts with joy for the Lord and others. \n2026 Location: First Baptist Church of Laurel\, 15000 First Baptist Ln\, Laurel\, MD 20707 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the keynote speaker\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n H.B. Charles \n H.B. Charles is the Pastor and Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church  of Jacksonville and Orange Park\, Florida\, where he has served since 2008. He is primarily responsible for preaching-teaching\, vision casting\, and leadership development. Outside of his ministry with his congregation\, he regularly speaks and teaches at churches\, conferences\, and conventions around the country. He has contributed to several books and journals. Pastor Charles is the author of It Happens After Prayer\, On Preaching\, On Praying\, On Worship\, The Difference Jesus Makes\, Getting Right with God\, and Reaching God’s Goals for Your Life and latest book Treasures of Truth\, Psalms of Trust. Pastor Charles and his wife\, Crystal\, have 3 children: H.B. III\, Natalie\, and Hailey. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Conference Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Doors Open at 8:30AM\n \n \n \n \n \n Main Session 1: The Pastor’s Heart | 9:30AM\nBreakout Session 1 | 10:50AM\nLunch | 12:00PM\nBreakout Session 2 | 1:00PM\nMain Session 2: The Pastor’s Hands | 2:15PM\nCommissioning and Close | 3:30PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n First Baptist Church of Laurel\n15000 First Baptist Ln\nLaurel\, MD 20707\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakout Sessions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Morning Session\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPastoring Without Losing Your Heart: Andy Ehlers\, High Tide ChurchThe grind of ministry can expose pastors to wounds\, weariness\, and suffering. Learn how to shepherd faithfully while maintaining a tender heart for God and people. \n\n\nLeading From the Middle: Jamie Caldwell\, Send NetworkOur non-senior pastors are critical but often the unsung heroes in our churches. Join us to embrace your God-given influence\, navigate authority with humility\, and lead faithfully from wherever God has placed you. \n\n\nFor Senior Pastors: H.B. Charles\, Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist ChurchJoin us for a special session intended to give space and voice to some of the unique challenges that senior pastors walk through and be encouraged to know you are not alone. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Afternoon Session\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nVisionary Pastoral Leadership: Larry Anderson\, Baptist Resource Network\, Pennsylvania/South JerseyLeadership involves discerning and communicating God-given direction. Come learn how to intentionally shape a healthy culture where people\, mission\, and practices align for long-term faithfulness. \n\n\nLeading Through Conflict: Joel Rainey\, Covenant ChurchOne of the harder aspects of pastoring is when people can’t seem to get along. Be equipped to navigate tension with courage\, humility\, and clarity so that difficult moments become opportunities for truth\, reconciliation\, and healthier church culture. \n\n\nMeasuring What Matters: Alejandro Molero\, Iglesia Bíblica Sublime GraciaWe all desire to be successful in ministry but it can be challenging to know what that looks like. Discover how to evaluate ministry fruitfulness through a countercultural\, kingdom lens. \nPreaching For Formation: Jeremy Dickson\, BCM/DEffective preaching is more than just sharing good information. This session will give a vision for cultivating Spirit-shaped sermons that form people’s hearts\, imaginations\, and everyday discipleship in the way of Christ. \nSpirit-Led Leadership: Dan Hyun\, BCM/DSkill and strategy are important but a pastor must also learn how to hear the voice of God as he leads. Join us to for a exploration into discerning God’s voice and developing practical abilities to lead in wise discernment. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BCM/D Pastors' Conference 2026\n \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Church/Organization(Required)Role/Position(Required)Select Your Breakout for Morning Session(Required)Pastoring Without Losing Your Heart: Andy Ehlers\, High Tide ChurchLeading From the Middle: Jamie Caldwell\, Send NetworkFor Senior: Pastors H.B. Charles\, Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist ChurchSelect Your Breakout for Afternoon Session(Required)Visionary Pastoral Leadership: Larry Anderson\, Baptist Resource Network\, Pennsylvania/South JerseyLeading Through Conflict: Joel Rainey\, Covenant ChurchMeasuring What Matters: Alejandro Molero\, Iglesia Bíblica Sublime GraciaPreaching For Formation: Jeremy Dickson\, BCM/DSpirit-Led Leadership: Dan Hyun\, BCM/DEvent Registration(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n \n \nContinue to Payment URL:https://bcmd.org/event/bcm-d-pastors-conference-2026/ LOCATION:MD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bcmd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR