BCM/D NEWS
5 Reasons Delegation Strengthens Your Ministry
By Colin Pugh
1 Empowers Growth
It can be hard to let go when you wonder if others will handle ministry with the same care or maturity. But delegation gives people the chance to grow in responsibility, faith, and skill. Rather than carrying too much yourself, you bless others and multiply the work of the church.
Faith Church Embraces a Season of Renewal
Just two years ago, Faith Church in Elkton, Md., was at a crossroads. Their attendance numbers were down, and their average age was around 70. Today, the congregation is experiencing new life, and they’re excited about what God is doing in their midst.
When Pastor Richard Berry and his wife, Sandy accepted the call to lead Faith Church in 2022, he did so with the understanding that the church would enter a season of rebirth.
Jack’s Baptism: A Story of Faith, Family and God’s Grace
When twelve-year-old Jack, a member of Lexington Park Baptist Church (LPBC), recently emerged from the waters of baptism, he thanked everyone, held up his hands, and yelled, “Remember everybody, God is on the move!”
He was right in many ways. Jack’s baptism is part of a growing movement. Disability Ministry Consultant Katie Matthews, upon hearing about the baptism, said she was thrilled. “Jack is the fifth ‘Everyone Belongs’ camper to be baptized and the second from Lexington Park Baptist Church,” Matthews said.
Tom Stolle: Compassion Ministry — God, Open Our Eyes!
By Tom Stolle
Compassion Ministry — God, Open Our Eyes!
Gary Lambertson died on October 12, 2025.
I didn’t know Gary. I was going to meet Gary at The Gathering in Ocean City. He was excited to attend and proclaim his joy about being saved to all in attendance. He couldn’t wait to come and tell everyone how Jesus changed him from the inside out. Even though he was extremely poor and even though he had no roof over his head, Gary knew that God saw him and loved him. Gary wanted others to know the reality of a God who loved him, though many would consider him unlovable.
Ron Blankenship to be Nominated for BCM/D President
The Gathering, The Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware’s Annual Meeting, is less than a month away, on November 10–11 in Ocean City, Maryland. One of the key items of business will be the election of a new slate of officers.
Montgomery Baptist Association (MBA) Director of Missions Ron Blankenship, who currently serves as BCM/D First Vice President, will be nominated for BCM/D president. He has been a familiar face throughout the convention.
Missions in Our Backyard: Manchester Church Ministers to Migrant Workers
By John Butler
and Sharon Mager
When members of Manchester Baptist Church looked for ways to live on mission, they didn’t have to travel overseas. God opened a door just across the Maryland-Pennsylvania line at the Bonnie Brae Fruit Farm.
Through a partnership with Christian and Ximena Aguilar, missionaries from Santiago, Chile and directors of Fruitbelt Farmworkers Christian Ministry, the church connected with temporary farmworkers in Southern Pennsylvania.