Pastor Connect Archive
April
Summary
In this Pastor Connect video, Dr. Todd Fisher shares an encouragement to pastors at Easter. He also gives an update on Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief and provides a reminder that the Men’s and Women’s retreats are right around the corner.
Summary
Dr. Todd Fisher, Oklahoma Baptists’ Executive Director-Treasurer, shares about his first month in his new role, the challenges it brings, and how to connect with him.
December 2021
Summary
Joe Ligon, interim executive director-treasurer for Oklahoma Baptists, shares encouragement and asks for prayer for Dr. Todd Fisher as he steps into the executive-director treasurer role in January. This Pastor Connect includes an update about Oklahoma Baptist disaster relief and a reminder about year-end Cooperative Program and other financial gifts.
Disaster Relief Crews On The Ground
Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) is involved in the aftermath of the series of tornadoes that impacted numerous states on Friday, Dec. 10.
Year End Gifts Deadline
Final 2021 church income submissions must be postmarked or received electronically by 11:59 PM on December 31, 2021. Anything received after that date will be posted to 2022.
September 2021
Summary
Joe Ligon, interim executive director-treasurer for Oklahoma Baptists, shares encouragement to stay strong and connected this month. This Pastor Connect includes State Missions Offering video resources, plus a reminder to attend the upcoming Annual Meeting and Pastors’ Conference in November.
The Edna McMillan State Missions Offering
The State Missions Offering videos feature some of the ministries funded by the gifts of Oklahoma Baptist Churches. Please feel free to share these videos in church gatherings and online.
Annual Meeting & Pastor’s Conference
August 2021
Summary
Joe Ligon, interim executive director-treasurer for Oklahoma Baptists, shares new information for pastors during the month of August. This Pastor Connect includes encouragement to press on, a reminder to use the ReGather resources, and dates for the upcoming Annual Meeting and Pastors’ Conference in November.
2021 Annual Meeting of Oklahoma Baptists
Join us on November 15-16 at Southern Hills Baptist Church in Oklahoma City for our annual chance to come together as one body, representing all Oklahoma Bapitst churches.
ReGather
July 2021
Summary
Joe Ligon, interim executive director-treasurer for Oklahoma Baptists, offers a timely update for pastors. This Pastor Connect includes resources to help your church “ReGather”, what we could expect from church attendance this year, and more information on the tremendous impact of Falls Creek and CrossTimbers summer camps this year.
ReGather
Falls Creek and CrossTimbers Summer Camps
Falls Creek Youth Camps and CrossTimbers Children’s Mission Adventure Camp have seen over 1500 salvations already this summer.
April 2021
Summary
In this informative Pastor Connect update, Dr. Hance Dilbeck shares resources to commemorate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, news of a new partnership opportunity for Oklahoma Baptists, and a reminder to pray for the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention meeting in June.
Remembering the 1921 Race Massacre
With the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre drawing near, Oklahoma Baptists are highlighting the following resources for pastors and churches to consider.
Alliance Defending Freedom
Alliance Defending Freedom is the world’s largest legal organization committed to protecting religious freedom, free speech, marriage and family, parental rights, and the sanctity of life.
2021 SBC Annual Meeting
The SBC Annual Meeting is a time for Southern Baptists to come together and celebrate how God is moving in and through our convention and churches. Please pray for a safe and God-glorifying meeting.
March 2021
Summary
In this encouraging Pastor Connect update, Dr. Hance Dilbeck appeals to Oklahoma Baptist pastors to pay first attention to their families, attend the upcoming SEND Network Gathering, and plan to participate in summer camps.
SEND Network Oklahoma Gathering
The Send Gathering is a day to inspire and equip SEND Network Oklahoma to embrace their role in the mission of Jesus and run into the harvest.
Falls Creek Youth Camp 2021
CrossTimbers Children’s Mission Adventure Camp 2021
CrossTimbers Children’s Mission Adventure Camp is open for children who have completed 3rd-6th grade.
February 2021
Summary
In this new video, Dr. Hance Dilbeck encourages Oklahoma Baptists with new resources and events for pastors in our state.
Messenger Insight Podcast
Priority of Preaching Conference
”Who’s Your One?” Evangelism Rally & Workshop Tour
January 2021
Summary
In this new video, Dr. Hance Dilbeck covers some resources Oklahoma Baptists have made available for pastors in our state. These resources are listed below.
Counseling
Counseling support is provided through the Edna McMillan State Mission Offering to pastors, paid church staff, and their dependents. This includes college students who are still dependent upon their families. Adult children of pastors and staff members are not eligible. The objective of Oklahoma Baptists ministerial counseling support is to achieve assessment and stabilization. In other words, Oklahoma Baptists desire to assist with short-term, solution-focused therapy.
Sanctity of Human Life Resources
These resources include a guide to help pastors easily and effectively defend unborn life and share the Gospel.
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Calendar
From worship to pastoral training, these events are here to help you grow and connect with the body of Christ in Oklahoma.