BCM/D NEWS
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.
More Than English: Church Uses ESL to Serve and Connect
On a warm September Sunday morning at First Baptist Church of Rockville, a diverse group of men and women prepares for a class to begin. Some seem a little nervous, while others appear confident. All are friendly and smiling. Primarily young adults, they participate in an English as a Second Language (ESL) program offered by the church. The students have a goal of learning to speak English. The church views the classes as an opportunity to meet a need, love and care for these individuals, and gently introduce them to the gospel.
Elaine Angleberger: Five Decades of Children’s Ministry
Elaine Angleberger’s journey in children’s ministry spans nearly five decades, marked by an unwavering commitment to families and a heart for sharing the love of Jesus with children. She retired as preschool director at Faith Baptist Church, Knoxville, on Sept. 29, and the church held a celebration luncheon for her. In addition to a meal, the church featured an anniversary cake, and several people shared how she has touched their lives through the years. While serving on staff for just eight years at FBC, Angleberger has been ministering to children and their families for almost five decades.