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Deeply Rooted in Christ, Mission, and Love

 
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 The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey is a diverse network of churches seeking to be the hands and feet of Christ in New Jersey through camping, evangelistic ministries, public mission, social action, new church planting, and cross-cultural mission.

 
 
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ABCNJ Mission

 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him,

so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

- Romans 15:13

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The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey is a Christ-centered and mission-focused region committed to its rich diversity that is found in the over 280 churches and approximately 70,000 members.

The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey, both as a state organization and through its member churches, exists to spread the Gospel in New Jersey and beyond.

We assist congregations during pastoral transitions and the search for new ministers. 

We provide coherence and connection of regional churches to the broader American Baptist mission, witness, and identity, as well as  the cooperative work in the world.

We provide educational events and resources for clergy and lay leaders around congregational development. 

 
Regional News
Join us for the ABCNJ Domestic Violence Panel Discussion
Join us for the ABCNJ Domestic Violence Panel Discussion

On June 12, you are invited to the ABCNJ Domestic Violence Panel Discussion led by our Sacred Safe Space team. This event aims to provide guidance, raise awareness, and explore solutions to this pressing issue.

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Intercultural Compentency Workshop: "Building Lasting Bridges"
Intercultural Compentency Workshop: "Building Lasting Bridges"

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity designed for church leaders and staff who work with a diverse range of people and wish to embark on a journey toward authentic relationships with those who are culturally different

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2025 Communities in Action Grant
2025 Communities in Action Grant

This year, the ABCNJ Communities in Action grant will focus on “Embracing Community” and showing love to immigrant families. “Embracing Community” will assist our congregations and leaders create a welcoming and supportive environment for immigrant families through a multifaceted approach. This grant aims to equip churches with essential resources that address the unique challenges immigrant families face.

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Narrative Worship: An ABCNJ Church Renewal Initiative
Narrative Worship: An ABCNJ Church Renewal Initiative

ABCNJ was awarded a grant, in cooperation with a ministry called “Sidebar Stories” to participate in a church revitalization initiative from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship. This grant will offer 6-8 small to medium-sized churches in our region training in narrative worship, focusing on worship through storytelling, at no cost. 

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Domestic Violence Team Training: Facing the Reality
Domestic Violence Team Training: Facing the Reality

Sacred Safe Space recently held its pilot team training workshop at the ABCNJ regional office. Led by Rev. Ruth Giraldo–Mangual, Associate Regional Pastor and Min. Ron Dukes, of Alpha Baptist Church, the workshop focused on increasing awareness of our churches and developing strategies to transform them into sacred, safe spaces for survivors, victims, and their families.

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ABCNJ Clergy Retreat focuses on Embracing Community: Showing Love to Immigrant Families
ABCNJ Clergy Retreat focuses on Embracing Community: Showing Love to Immigrant Families

More than twenty individuals gathered at Camp Lebanon on Saturday, February 1st for ABCNJ’s annual clergy retreat. Our theme for this year was "Embracing Community: Showing Love to Immigrant Families." Our retreat leader was Rev. Ray Schellinger, International Ministries global consultant for immigrants and refugees who serves some of the most vulnerable people in the world.

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February - American Baptists Celebrate ABCUSA Sunday
February - American Baptists Celebrate ABCUSA Sunday

Let’s unite in the spirit of mission and discipleship as we celebrate ABCUSA Sunday. Your involvement and support this February will help spread the message of our shared mission and provide a meaningful opportunity for a congregational offering that will strengthen our collective efforts. Give to United Mission: United in Christ-Together in Mission!

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Taking Action with Love, Courage, Justice and Mercy
Taking Action with Love, Courage, Justice and Mercy

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The current immigration crisis has highlighted the pressing need for compassion and empathy in our communities and our world. As Christians, we are called to respond with open hearts and a willingness to help those in need, remembering that each person is made in God's image.

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ABCNJ Awarded Grant to Strengthen Parents in Faith Formation
ABCNJ Awarded Grant to Strengthen Parents in Faith Formation

ABCNJ was awarded a Palmer Grant through the Multi Regional Corporation. Our project, “Flourishing in Exile: Strengthening the Faith of Parents,” will provide resources and educational opportunities for parents and congregations.

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New Jersey Strengthens Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence in 2024
New Jersey Strengthens Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence in 2024

Since the pandemic, there has been an increasing awareness and advocacy around domestic violence, which have led to significant legislative changes aimed at better-protecting victims and ensuring justice. New Jersey is demonstrating a strong commitment to reform and reassuring the public about the importance of protecting victims.

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Update on Relocation of Regional Office of The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey
Update on Relocation of Regional Office of The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey

Culminating almost a year-long collaborative journey with First Baptist Church of Westfield, the Regional Office of the American Baptist Churches of New Jersey officially moves to Westfield on Monday, July 22, 2024.

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Oaklyn Baptist Celebrates Three Milestones
Oaklyn Baptist Celebrates Three Milestones

There was much to celebrate as the Oaklyn Baptist Church gathered on Sunday, June 9th, for worship.

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Acts and Love in Action
Acts and Love in Action

An Update from your BGs Et Al
ABFMS – International Ministries Regional Consultants for Discipleship in Iberoamerica and the Caribbean

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American Baptist Churches of New Jersey Relocating to New Regional Office

During a recent meeting held by the Council of the American Baptist Churches of New Jersey, a unanimous vote of affirmation was passed to relocate the ABCNJ Regional Office to Westfield, New Jersey.

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2024 Annual Clergy Retreat: Howard Thurman's "Jesus and the Disinherited"
2024 Annual Clergy Retreat: Howard Thurman's "Jesus and the Disinherited"
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ABCNJ joins International Ministries and ABCUSA family in Prayers for Peace in Israel and Gaza; Offers Relief Support to Partners in the Region
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Feasting Together | An Asian Ministries Gathering
Feasting Together | An Asian Ministries Gathering

On Saturday, June 3, 25 sisters and brothers from the Asian community of the American Baptist Churches of New Jersey gathered at Baptist Camp Lebanon in Lebanon, NJ. What a joyful and inspirational time of fellowship and relationship-building we had together. 

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ABCNJ Hosts Ordination Candidates
ABCNJ Hosts Ordination Candidates

The ABCNJ staff and the Committee on Professional Ministries and Church Relations hosted its first Introduction to ABCNJ Life on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the ABCNJ offices. We were delighted to host 12 ordination candidates from around the region.

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ABCNJ Responds to Recent Violence
ABCNJ Responds to Recent Violence

We have had more mass shootings in this year than we have had days in the year. Since the beginning of 2022, there has not been a single week without a mass shooting. The Congressional Research Service defines mass shootings as a multiple homicide incident in which four or more victims are murdered with firearms, within one event, and in one or more locations in close proximity. Many of these do not make the news…

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Prayers for Buffalo
Prayers for Buffalo

Join us as our ABCNJ Executive Minister, Rev. Miriam Méndez, lifts prayers for the victims, families, and communities impacted by this past weekend’s racially-motivated violent extremist act at the Tops Grocery store in Buffalo, NY. We are also praying for our colleagues in the Niagara Area Baptist Association as they continue the work of healing in their communities.

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