ABCNJ is currently seeking applications for a region accountant. The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey (ABCNJ), founded in 1830 under its original name of the New Jersey Baptist Convention, has more than 285 member churches and approximately 70,000 members.
Read MoreDr. Spitzer's transition to his new position took place so fast many of the staff didn't have an opportunity to wish him well on his new journey. We were thankful for the opportunity to share some well-wishes at Annual Session on September 23.
Read MoreOn September 12, 2017 Baptist Camp Lebanon broke ground a new Harker building which will serve both as a dormitory and Summer health facility. The ceremony was a lot of fun, and we'd like to share some snippets with our family!
Read MorePalmer Seminary invites all to attend the Orlando Costas Lectureship.
Read MoreOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and, as part of our Sacred Safe Spaces initiative, we are encouraging pastors to help raise awareness of this issue in a Sermon. To help with this endeavor I have listed some suggested texts, topics, and a Litany of Non-Violence.
Read MoreWith Annual Session behind us, we are ready to enlist your help as together we begin to make a difference in the many lives that have been effected by so many hurricanes this season.
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ABCNJ's 2017 Annual Session was as wonderful success!
Read MoreABCNJ's Annual Session weekend began today with Academy at Annual Session.
Read MoreI wish you could have been there! I was blessed to be a part of the first International Missions Conference in June, which was organized by the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches and Swatow Baptists.
Read MoreAfter almost 15 years of complex and lengthy probate procedures, construction plans and permit applications going through the excruciatingly slow and ponderous - oftentimes frustrating - process of dealing with the vagaries of Township and County politics, the Harker Legacy fund has now arrived at the construction phase!
Read MoreWould you like to get a taste of what's in store for Annual Session? Check out Annual Session's Featured Speakers page!
Read MoreRegistration for our 2017 ABCNJ Academy and Annual Session is in full swing, and we don’t want any of our family to miss out on the special Early Bird rates! Registrations received before August 15 can save up to $20 for each attendee. To find out your specific savings, refer to flyers attached to this letter. An early head count also helps the region save money because it makes the guaranteed head count we give to the event venue as accurate as possible. Register today!
Read MoreWe recently finished the first few weeks of the summer season 2017. This year, our theme of “Step Out of the Boat” is designed to challenge campers and staffers to step out in faith and share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Read MoreThe 2017 American Baptist Churches, USA Biennial Mission Summit gathered Portland, Oregon gathered under the theme, "Connect." It concluded Sunday evening with the Lord’s Supper. "Connect" stood on a three-legged stool of sub-themes – “Connected to Christ," "Connected to Each Other," and "Connected in Joy.”
Read MoreAs I conclude my first day serving on the ABCNJ regional team, I cannot help but note how privileged I feel to be called to this ministry. I feel especially blessed to be spending day one with our larger American Baptist Church as we gather in Portland Oregon for the Biennial Mission Summit.
Read MoreDuring Biennial's openning worship on Friday Dr. Spitzer was officially introduced to our ABCUSA family as the General Secretary of the denomination.
Read MoreABCNJ is currently seeking applications for a region accountant. The American Baptist Churches of New Jersey (ABCNJ), founded in 1830 under its original name of the New Jersey Baptist Convention, has more than 285 member churches and approximately 70,000 members.
Read MoreIt is with the mixed emotions of sadness, affection, respect, deep gratitude and well-wishes that we announce the retirement of Mrs. Linda E. Porter, ABCNJ’s Accountant and Region Office Coordinator. For the past two years Linda has been sharing with us about her desire to retire, and the time has come.
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