Pictured is (left) Ray Gilder, Bivocational and Small Church Leadership Network (BSCLN) National coordinator from McMinnville, Tenn., welcoming Suzanne and Randy Davis to the 2013 BSCLN National Celebration held April 18-20 at William Carey University.

A WORD FROM RAY

2013 National Celebration Report

The 2013 National Celebration of the Bivocational and Small Church Leadership Network held at William Carey University in Hattiesburg, Mississippi during April 18-20 was a tremendous event. The folks at William Carey went out of their way to be gracious hosts for the event. A special thanks goes to President, Dr. Tommy King, his assistant, Barbara Hamilton, and key staff members: Dr. Brett Golson and Dr. Scott Hummel. I cannot find words to describe the great musical presentations by the Music Department on the University. Without a doubt, it was the best music we have ever had at one of our Celebrations. We had over 100 in attendance representing nearly 20 different states. The largest number of attendees were from Mississippi and Louisiana. A special commendation goes to Dale Holloway, Joe Young and Gary Mitchell for their hard work. The messages and conferences were well worth the effort to attend. The interaction between pastors from various areas of the country was a blessing to witness. Our organization is growing and the future is very promising. God is bringing more and more key leaders into the BSCLN family. While we are still exploring various sources of possible funding, we always seem to have what we need to take the next step. There is no doubt in my mind that the BSCLN has a major role to play in the life of the Southern Baptist Family. There is, also, no doubt that our God will supply all of our need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

2014 SBC Annual Convention

If you plan to attend the Southern Baptist Convention meeting in Houston, Texas during June 10-12, make sure you visit our booth in the Exhibit Hall.

2014 NAMB Bivocational / Smaller Church Luncheon

Also, plan to attend the luncheon for bivocational and smaller membership church pastors and their wives. It will be on Wednesday, June 12th at 11:30 A.M.-1:30 P.M. in room 352 D/E/F of the George R. Brown Convention Center.
The luncheon is free but you need to pick up tickets at our booth.

2014 BSCLN International Celebration

Next year’s National Celebration will be at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. It will be an International Celebration. We will be inviting folks from around the world to join us. The date has been set for June 26-28, 2014.
Details will be posted on this website soon.

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2013
SBC Annual Convention

2014 BSCLN
International Celebration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia
April 24-26, 2014