We here in the West Chowan Baptist Association are committed to the task of "producing much fruit" (John 15:8) by assisting our churches in the process of making "Christ Followers who will Follow Christ." Our vision of making "Christ Followers who will Follow Christ" is driven by the imperatives of Christ which are hung on the following three non-negotiable characteristics of a Christ Follower: 1) GIVE UP by Surrendering (Luke 9:23), Sacrificing (Luke 14:33) and Listening (John 10:27), 2) GIVE IN by Abiding in His word (John 8:31), Obeying His commands (Luke 5:27), and Walking in His Light (John 8:12), 3) GIVE OUT by Loving one another (John 13:35), becoming a Servant (John 12:26), and Sharing our faith (Matthew 4:19).

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Help Needed!

Work Day @ Mission Resource Center

February 29, 2020, 9am – 12pm

~ Lunch Provided ~

Current Agenda: 

1. Repair florescent lights – Need 6’ & 8’ ladders. All materials provided
2. Relocate water cooler from back to front
3. Replace toilet valves where needed
4. Wash windows inside and out. Ladders may be required
5. Dust all chair rail molding, picture frames and other surface that will collect dust
6. Help make sandwiches for lunch the day of
7. Trash pickup over the grounds

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Training

“Vacation Bible School 2020, Effective Methods & Best Practices-

A Round-table Discussion with VBS Ministry Leaders”

Saturday morning, March 7, 2020 @ the MRC

Beginning at 10:00 a.m. – done before noon!

Featuring Michelle Saffell (Colerain), and several VBS Ministry Leaders: Kaley Wilson (Cashie), Hal Davis (Galatia), Debbie Edwards (Meherrin), Sherry Futrell (Union), Sharon VanNiel (St.John).

Addressing Topics Such as: Worship/Music, Crafts, Bible Lesson, Recreation, Snacks, Missions, Security, Promotions, Preschool, Youth, Follow up, Team Building, Leadership, and foremost- Gospel Focus to reach children with the message of Jesus Christ.

The time will pass quickly at this “free” seminar, with brief presentations on various subjects, question & answer time, display table featuring LifeWay “Concrete & Cranes” curriculum, Back Yard Bible Club curriculum, and handouts.

Open to VBS Directors, teachers, helpers, and any church leaders who want to strengthen VBS outreach ministry to the children of our churches and communities. Come regardless if you use LifeWay curriculum, or Group, or some other publisher. Bring your whole VBS Leadership Team.

Sponsored by the Leadership Development Team of West Chowan Baptist Association. For more information call Rev. Doug VanNiel (St.John) at 252-332-4612, or text/cell 757-636-9782.

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Camp Caraway Retreat

March 27-29, 2020

Caraway’s spring parent-child retreat is for parents and their children in grades 1-8. We use fun to point people to Jesus, develop relationships, learn life skills, and learn to serve others. Our program provides yummy food, Bible teaching, fun music, and activities to draw parents and kids closer to their relationship with God and each other.

This retreat is for any combination of parents and their kids such as mother & son, father & daughter, father & son, mother & daughter or bring your whole family! Lodging is in private hotel style bedrooms with linens provided in our Conference Center.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

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Hurricane Relief

To get updates on BoM relief efforts and to register as a volunteer, visit the BoM website:  For daily updates, stories and photos of relief efforts, visit the BoM Facebook page.

Hurricane Florence Relief: Get Involved!

Urgent Need in the Bladen Association!

The WCBA Disaster Relief team is coordinating an effort to assist the Bladen Association with Florence recovery. Bladen Baptist Association is in desperate need of mission teams to help in the rebuilding of homes across their association. Only a few teams from West Chowan have visited to help since the storm last September.

Please consider putting a team together to help meet these urgent needs!

If you can partner, please contact David Foster at dtfoster@yahoo.com  or call 252-532-5977.

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Ministry Opportunities

Visit NC Baptist Aging Ministry's website for more details on upcoming events.

Pastors Fellowship

Winter 2020 Schedule (click on the date to register) "Living Out Biblical Essentials Everyday"     February 3: Pastor's Fellowship, MRC @ 10:30am

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Pastors Prayer

Join us each Monday morning at 9:00 at the MRC for our weekly time of prayer!

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