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VBS – Prepare Multiple Options!

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is such a vital part of the summer for many churches. While the current situation leads to uncertainty with how VBS will look, our churches are still working through ideas of how the Gospel can be communicated to our families through Vacation Bible School. 
April 13, 2020
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Student and Kid Ministers Encouraged and Equipped at Next Gen Retreats

Jordan Floro, student pastor at Hibernia Baptist Church in Fleming Island, admitted the past few months had taken a toll on him. “Between a busy summer and walking with families through some difficult things, I was tired and a little worn down,” he said. But when he attended a Florida Baptist student minister retreat in September, he found a source of renewal and strength he desperately needed.
October 22, 2019
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Super Summer Kids off to a Great Start

Last fall at the inaugural Kid Minister Retreat the idea of a kid’s ministry camp was discussed. After planning for several months, the first ever Super Summer Kids took place July 15-18, 2019, at Lake Yale Baptist Camp and Conference Center.
August 12, 2019
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In the Wild, Central Region VBS Training

“I love the VBS Trainings. It’s amazing to connect with other churches throughout the state. We had the chance to encourage and pray for each other as we get ready for the summer. Some of the best ideas I’ve gotten for ministry have come from networking with other churches and hearing their stories,” shared Amanda Peavy, Children’s Ministry Director at Church at the Cross.
May 8, 2019
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VBS Training Brings Hope During Rebuild

On October 10th Hurricane Michael made landfall with wind speeds sustained at 155 miles an hour. Over 5 months later and Panama City and the surrounding areas are still living in […]
March 28, 2019
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FBSC – Write Beside You School Initiatives Panel

Next Generation Catalyst Billy Young welcomed guests to a panel discussion of the Florida Baptist Convention’s new initiative Write Beside You, an intentional effort to partner every public school in […]
November 12, 2018
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Next Gen leaders gather for training, encouragement

Recent research has indicated that 75% of Christ followers trust in Christ before the age of 18.  The Next Generation Ministry division of the Florida Baptist Convention recently hosted a […]
September 26, 2018
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Florida Baptists partner to help displaced children

Iglesia Bautista Northside in Hialeah is known as a church “que practica el amor” or in English: “A church that practices love.” And through their partnership with His House Children’s […]
July 31, 2018
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Florida Baptists have their Game On for VBS this summer

It’s summer time and for Florida Baptists that means it is Vacation Bible School season. The season where churches across the Sunshine State are opening their doors to children and […]
July 11, 2018
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Student leads event raising thousands for foster children

In Scripture the apostle Paul encouraged Timothy to not let anyone look down on him because of his youth but to set an example of godly living for other believers. […]
June 13, 2018
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