These are the most recent press releases and announcements from the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. For more information, please contact John Courtney by calling 770-936-5220 or emailing jcourtney@gabaptist.org.
‘SBC Coast to Coast’ premieres on ACTS2 TV
A new television program reminds Southern Baptists of the positive impact their work is having across the nation. The first episodes of “SBC Coast to Coast” premiered on ACTS2TV during its livestream of the Southern Baptist Convention’s annual meeting in Anaheim, California. “Southern Baptists need some reminders of the good that is being done and […]
Statement on the SATF Report Release
We are all grieved by the findings of the Guidepost Solutions investigation. The report submitted through the SBC’s Sexual Abuse Task Force revealed disturbing and egregious acts committed on some of our most vulnerable. We recognize the courage of survivors who continued to share their stories and bravely pursue action from their leaders. We must […]
Remittance Form Announcement
Thank you for giving faithfully to the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. We love you and are praying for you. Your partnership is so valuable as we continue working together to reach the lost in Georgia and beyond. We would like to update you on a change we are making in our financial department at the […]
April 3in3
Pastor and church leader, I know you are busy preparing for Easter Sunday! Whether you’re meeting online, in person, or both, we appreciate the time you and your staff have given to celebrating and honoring our Savior’s resurrection. Know we are praying for you as you welcome guests and share your heart with your congregation. […]
Recap of 2020; looking forward to 2021
We hope you are having a good start to your new year! Instead of my traditional 3 announcements in 3 minutes, here is a more in-depth overview of several important items. I’ve provided a list of the topics with timestamps so you can fast forward or mark your place as you watch the video.
Georgia Baptist Convention Position Paper on Ordination
This position paper on ordination was prepared to help our Georgia Baptist churches better understand the meaning and practice of ordination from a biblical, theological, historical, and cultural perspective. The Administration Committee enlisted the assistance of several Georgia Baptist Convention pastors to study ordination as it relates to our Southern Baptist and Georgia Baptists churches […]
July 24, 2020: David Melber to Join Staff as COO
DULUTH — David Melber, former president of SEND Relief for the North American Mission Board, began as chief operations officer for the Georgia Baptist Mission Board on July 15. In his role, Melber will oversee GBMB financial services, human resources, Disaster Relief, associations, and all property and facilities. “David Melber provides a wealth of experience and expertise to this position,” said Georgia […]
June 5, 2020: Georgia Baptist Mission Board Statement on Racial Injustice
DULUTH, GA, June 5, 2020 – The body of Christ is a tapestry of multi-ethnic believers who come from many different cultures. All believers are unified under Jesus Christ, who is the Head. The Georgia Baptist Convention (GBC) reflects that diversity with 536 predominantly non-Anglo churches that have a membership of over 113,000 and represent […]