BELIEFS

Taylor Baptist Association holds to the beliefs set forth by the Baptist Faith & Message 2000. On June 14th, 2000, the Southern Baptist Convention adopted a revised summary of our faith.

To view the Baptist Faith & Message 2000, click here to see it on the Southern Baptist Convention's web page.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Newsletter
  The current Newsletter is available for download. Click here to receive it.
• Midway Baptist Book Ministry Tuesdays
  Midway Baptist has started their book ministry "Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World" on Tuesday, March 5^th at 6:00pm and will continue each Tuesday until the book is finished. You are welcome to join in on the study.
  Click Here For the Amazon Link to Order the Book
  location: Midway Baptist
  187 E Roberts Aman Rd
  Perry, FL 32347
  
• Ladies RetreatApril 12^th - 15^th
  New Home has a group of ladies planning to attend the Florida Convention sponsored Ladies Spring Retreat at Lake Yale, April 12-13. If anyone would like to travel with their group, they would be glad to join together. For more information you can find it at the following link: https://flbaptist.org/event/womens-spring-retreat-2/
• Wild Game SupperApril 13^th
  Join us for an unforgettable evening at Calvary Baptist Church's Men's Wild Game Dinner on April 13th! Starting at 5:00 PM, indulge in a feast featuring a variety of wild game dishes and delicious sides. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to win exciting door prizes! Following dinner, we'll gather for a special time of worship and a message led by Jackie Watts, pastor of Fellowship Church in Madison, FL. This event is free and open to all men and boys in the community. We kindly ask that you RSVP to help us plan accordingly for the evening. Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman or simply looking for a great night out, we invite you to join us for an evening of fellowship, food, and faith.
  Don't miss out-mark your calendars and come join us for a memorable night!
• Deacon Ordination ServiceApril 14^th
  New Home will be having a deacon ordination service on Sunday evening, April 14 at 6:00 pm.
• Pastors Round TableApril 15^th
  The Pastors Round Table meeting will be a luncheon on April 15th.
• Semi-Annual MeetingApril 15^th
  This year's 60th Semi-Annual Meeting will be held on April 15, 2024, at Midway Baptist Church. Our guest speaker will be Robert Dawson, pastor of First Baptist Church, in Lake Park, GA. The theme this year is Sharing God's word to Past Generations (2 Timothy 4:2). Everyone is welcome to attend and we look forward to seeing you there.
• Midway Baptist Revival April 28^th - May 1^st
  Revival April 28 thru May 1st - 6 p.m. nightly - Rev. Austin DeLoach
• National Day of PrayerMay 2^nd
  
• Ladies TeaMay 4^th
  New Home's annual Ladies' Tea will be Saturday May 4, 2024 at 10:00 am. Guest speaker, Megan Hall, from a crisis pregnancy center along with a representative, Melissa King, from One More Child.
• Midway Baptist Homecoming May 5^th
  Midway Baptisat Homecoming will be Sunday, May 5^th
  Ben Reams will be preaching
  The Cavaliers will be singing. 10:45 a.m.
• Administrative CommitteeMay 6^th
  Administrative Committee, 9:00am
• Mother's DayMay 12^th
  Mother's Day and the Children's Home Offering
• Disaster Relief TrainingMay 18^th
  Disaster Relief Training, First Baptist Havana, Havana, FL
• Executive BoardMay 20^th
  Executive Board, 9:00am
• Memorial DayMay 27^th
  Office Closed
• Message from Henry Cannington
         Have you ever been at the wrong place at the wrong time? Or at least you felt that way-like you were really out of place? You know, you show up in shorts with a ball glove, thinking it's a picnic at the park. But everyone else is dressed up for a "jazz age lawn party."
         Or just after you share your story of eating so many ribs at the Smok'n Pig BBQ in Valdosta, everyone in the group starts talking about their strict vegan diet. You suddenly realize, sometimes it's just hard to relate.
         Fortunately these uncomfortable situations generally last only for a few hours. Then we get back to a place where we feel more at home. I believe it's time for us to get back to the right place at the right time!
         Make plans now to be with our fellowship of churches at the Taylor Baptist Association Semiannual Meeting at Midway Baptist Church on Monday evening April 15th starting at 6 pm. Our guest speaker, Pastor Robert Dawson, promises to encourage and challenge our pastors and churches in "Sharing God's Word to Reach Generation Z." I believe now is the right time and Taylor county is the right place for us to make an all-out commitment to reach Gen Z!
         It seems to me that much of the criticism aimed at Generation Z is due to a lack of understanding of the world they live in. Teenagers today have adapted to a fast paced, competitive and often frightening world. They are bombarded with media, opinions, information and possibilities. But what excites me so much is what I see happening on our college campuses, high schools, and youth groups as students are seeking to experience God.
         Robert Dawson, the Pastor of First Baptist in Lake Park, Georgia, connects past generations with Gen Zers knowing we must reach them with the gospel if we are to fulfill the great commission. Robert writes for preaching.com and he has over 1,000 sermons on searmonsearch.com and Lifeway. He is a graduate of Florida Baptist Theological College and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
         Gen Zers remind me of my generation that experienced the Jesus Revolution of the early 70s. God can do it again! We must make an all-out commitment to disciple generation Z. I rejoice in what God is doing in our churches. Understand this, gen Z is hungry for the very things Jesus provides through His presence and people: belonging, humble leadership, peace, true friendship, and intergenerational mentoring.
         Come join us at Midway Baptist Church for our TBA semiannual meeting. Now is the Right Time and MBC is the Right Place.
               Henry Cannington



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