Mississippi Baptist - Around the Table

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Mike Lazenby with the IMB.  We continue the recent theme of further understanding MS Baptists' partnership with the missional sending arm of the Southern Baptist Convention.  Hear ways you can lead your church to a sending, missional, church with help from our Mississippi regional connection at IMB.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasJune 24-28: HearSong Worship Arts Camp July 8-11: SMACK CampJuly 8-12: Super Summer July 24-26: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceAugust 7: Impact Training - FBC PhiladelphiaAugust 11: Impact Training - North Greenwood BCAugust 12: Impact Training - FBC TupeloAugust 18: Impact Training - FBC LaurelAugust 19: Impact Training - FBC NatchezContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a ride-along with Mission Mobilization's Vision Journey to the International Missions Board's headquarters in Richmond, VA.  Get a glimpse into a trip that included 9 pastors from Mississippi learning more about the cooperative effort in Southern Baptist life that sends equips and sends missionaries all around the world. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasJune 24-28: HearSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-11: SMACK CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 24-26: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with MBCB's Executive Director & Treasurer, Dr. Shawn Parker.  Jon, Tanner, and Dr. Parker walk through the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention in Dallas the week of June 9.  Hear key points of the schedule and business meeting.  NOTE: This was recorded on May 8.  The schedule and related news for the convention may change closer to the convention. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasJune 24-28: HearSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-11: SMACK CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 24-26: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with MBCB's new Student Ministries Consultant, Zach DePriest.  We catch Zach while attending the 2025 Timothy Project Conference at Colonial Heights Baptist Church after he leads a breakout about student ministry.  Listen in to hear his heart for connecting with student ministry leaders across Mississippi.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasJune 24-28: HearSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-11: SMACK CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 24-26: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Pastor Justin Knight about the mid-March outbreak of tornadoes in the Tylertown area.  Justin pastors FBC Tylertown and recalls the moment multiple tornadoes wrecked the community and how the church and Mississippi Baptists stepped up to help minister.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMay 8: Senior Adult Refresh - EllisvilleMay 13: Senior Adult Choir Festival - FlorenceMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasJune 24-28: HearSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-11: SMACK CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 24-26: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with the Executive Director of The Baptist Children's Village, Sean Milner.  We discuss the valuable ministry opportunities across the state through their Continuum of Care initiative.  BCV provides at-risk children and families with hope and a strong foundation for their future. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceMay 8: Senior Adult Refresh - EllisvilleMay 13: Senior Adult Choir Festival - FlorenceMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Kyle Rosas.  He is the Lead Pastor of the newly launched King's Church in Anthem, Arizona (North Phoenix).  We hear how God has provided through the launching process to a big celebration on Easter Sunday.  Many Mississippi Baptist churches partner with King's Church.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceMay 8: Senior Adult Refresh - EllisvilleMay 13: Senior Adult Choir Festival - FlorenceMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasJune 10-11: Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - DallasContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Jeff Iorg, President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.  John Maxed, Director of MBCB's Church Planting/Revitalization Department, joins Jon Martin and Tanner Cade to glean from Dr. Iorg's wisdom about pastoral transitions.  This episode can be a great resource for those facing change in a church leadership role.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsApril 9: State Preaching Conference: William Carey UniversityApril 12: Disaster Relief Training - GreenwoodApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceMay 8: Senior Adult Refresh - EllisvilleMay 13: Senior Adult Choir Festival - FlorenceMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Smokey Gibson at FBC Biloxi.  Smokey discusses recently celebrating 10 years of pastoral leadership at the church.  Also, we hear about unique avenues of ministry in Biloxi as the whole church celebrates 150 years in 2025.Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsApril 9: State Preaching Conference: William Carey UniversityApril 12: Disaster Relief Training - GreenwoodApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceMay 8: Senior Adult Refresh - EllisvilleMay 13: Senior Adult Choir Festival - FlorenceMay 15: Senior Adult Refresh - GrenadaJune 9: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship at SBC - DallasContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Don Gann, Senior Pastor at FBC Oxford.  We get into talks about ministry when you are steps away from one of the largest universities in the Southeast.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonApril 7: State Preaching Conference: Blue Mountain Christian UniversityApril 8: State Preaching Conference: Garaywa Camp & Conference CenterApril 9: State Preaching Conference: William Carey UniversityApril 12: Disaster Relief Training - GreenwoodApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Jeff Iorg about his first year as the President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention.  Before he speaks at a CP100 special dinner event at FBC Oxford, Jon and Tanner ask him about various aspects of SBC life.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonApril 7: State Preaching Conference: Blue Mountain Christian UniversityApril 8: State Preaching Conference: Garaywa Camp & Conference CenterApril 9: State Preaching Conference: William Carey UniversityApril 12: Disaster Relief Training - GreenwoodApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with the pastor at FBC Flora, Jon Daniels.  He shares about his heart for leading and modeling evangelism in his life.  Hear how Flora continually has a heart for reaching their community through evangelism and prayer.  As we lead up to Easter Sunday, we hope stories of evangelism efforts will help inspire you at your church.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonApril 7: State Preaching Conference: Blue Mountain Christian UniversityApril 8: State Preaching Conference: Garaywa Camp & Conference CenterApril 9: State Preaching Conference: William Carey UniversityApril 12: Disaster Relief Training - GreenwoodApril 25: African American Leadership Conference - JacksonMay 4: Mississippi Baptist Symphony Orchestra Concert - FlorenceContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Matt Martin. He serves at FBC Natchez as the Associate Pastor of Discipleship & Young Adults.  We get into a conversation about ministry in the historic river city, and transition into a conversation about what to expect in in the upcoming 2025 Impact Trainings.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMarch 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Nick Wolfe while in attendance at the 2025 Mississippi Worship and Media Conference. Nick serves as the Worship & Media Pastor at FBC Brookhaven, and discusses what it's like hosting such an event gathering worship and creative leaders across Mississippi. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Reggie Ogea, Professor of Leadership and Pastoral Ministry at NOBTS.  We dive into his research in a presentation titled "Critical Factors in Pastoral Tenure."  The average pastoral tenure in the Southern Baptist Convention is 3.5 to 4 years.  Churches struggle to find pastors for their congregations as the dropout rate of pastors increases annually. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 2: Week of Prayer - Annie Armstrong Easter Offering / NAMBMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Blake Thompson and Dr. Evan Lenow at Mississippi College.  Blake talks about his time on campus as President, and we hear updates on the upcoming changes happening in the Christian Studies Department.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 22: Disaster Relief Training - MeridianFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 2: Week of Prayer - Annie Armstrong Easter Offering / NAMBMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Steve Gaines, a well-known pastor within the Southern Baptist Convention with decades of pastoral ministry experience.  Jon and Tanner caught him for a conversation while he spoke at the Evangelism Conference in Brandon, Mississippi. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 8: Disaster Relief Training - WigginsFebruary 11: Germany Connection Meeting - Gulf CoastFebruary 12: Germany Connection Meeting - PearlFebruary 13: Germany Connection Meeting - PontotocFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 22: Disaster Relief Training - MeridianFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 2: Week of Prayer - Annie Armstrong Easter Offering / NAMBMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with John Allen May about the 242 Network in Mississippi.  He discusses the church planting history and recent leadership changes within the network.  John Allen serves full-time as the Lead Pastor at Eastpoint church in Desoto County. 242network.comAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Rolando Ortiz about his new Hispanic church plant in Richland, Mississippi.  He shares his background of planting five churches in Cuba and explains how a Mississippi pastor helped kickstart the vision for planting in Rankin County.   If you have any questions about contacting Rolando Ortiz about his church plant OR if you have a question about multicultural ministry, please contact Paula Smith, psmith@mbcb.org.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with two leaders from the South Carolina Baptist Convention.  They were guest trainers meeting with Associational leaders and local pastors about how to see church revitalization in associations.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Trenton Mueller, church plater in Los Angeles, about his last seven days ministering during wildfires.  The Abiding Church is located minutes from one of the main fires in LA, and they quickly found themselves in a large relief effort to help families in the community.  Hear firsthand how Trenton has opened the door to short-term and long-term ministry in this historic disaster. The Abiding Church - Website / Instagram*MBCB Giving: MS Baptist Churches can designate on their Church Offering Reports (Pink Sheet) an offering to Disaster Relief-California Wildfires as a part of their regular MBCB contribution or send a check payable to MBCB, with the designation in the memo line:  Disaster Relief-California Wildfires.  Individuals may send a check payable to MBCB, with the designation in the memo line:  Disaster Relief-California Wildfires.   Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation celebrating 2024!  Jon and Tanner discuss some stats of the year and the list of stories they were thankful to bring to the table this year. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Ken Hall.  Ken has served in the Discipleship / Sunday School Department for 17 years as a consultant in Student Ministry.  We take time to hear about his years of ministry. Listen to hear some laughing, funny comments, and even some wisdom.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with the President of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC), Brent Leatherwood.  He discusses how they serve in the public square on behalf of Southern Baptists.  Tune in to hear how 2024 was one of the busiest years for his staff.   Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonFebruary 6: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WaynesboroFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Andrew Chesteen at the December Mississippi Baptist Convention Board meeting day at Central Hills Baptist Retreat.  This regularly scheduled Board meeting day starts with the first Executive Committee meeting of the new business year.   Andrew serves as the Senior Pastor at First Baptist New Albany and also serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee.Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in an in-depth look at Mississippi Baptist missions.  Chad McCord talks through activity this Fall and into 2025 with the Missions Mobilization Department.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.orgUpcoming Vision Journeys Poland (Dec 5-14) closed, have 10 going Phoenix (Jan 21-23), registration ends Dec 13 Los Angeles (Feb 25-27) registration ends Jan 10Connection Meetings: Germany Connection meetings Feb 11-13Tuesday, Feb 11 @ Gulf Coast AssnWednesday, Feb 12 @ The Exchange Church in PearlThursday, Feb 13 @ West Heights BC in Pontotoc

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with two new pastors in Mississippi, Cody Hensley and Garrett Mills.  Cody serves in Madison, and Garrett now serves in Summit.  Both talk about their journey to pastorate and share the value of connections to other leaders in Baptist life.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJanuary 11: DISCERNJanuary 16: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Crystal SpringsJanuary 21-23: Vision Journey (Phoenix)January 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonJanuary 31-February 8: Dixie National Rodeo Ministry February 1: Together for the Nations - IMB Event at FBC MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with the President of Lifeway, Ben Mandrell.  He discusses his early years of leading Lifeway and how 2020 greatly shaped the approach for his team.  Hear what is happening with Lifeway going into the future.  Annual Meeting Links:First Day BulletinSecond Day BulletinAnnual Meeting Recordings2024 Book of ReportsAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryJanuary 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with the Senior Pastor at FBC Forney (Texas), Nathan Lino.  While he was preaching at the 2024 Pastors' Conference, Jon and Tanner spent some time hearing his heart about leading his church to value prayer and evangelism.  Annual Meeting Links:First Day BulletinSecond Day BulletinAnnual Meeting Recordings2024 Book of ReportsAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryJanuary 26-27: State Evangelism Conference - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation reviewing the 188th Annual Meeting with MBCB's Executive Director, Dr. Shawn Parker.  Annual Meeting Links:First Day BulletinSecond Day BulletinAnnual Meeting Recordings2024 Book of ReportsAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Hubert Yates, Mississippi Baptist Disaster Relief Director.  We hear about the relief efforts after two major hurricanes in the Southeast resulted in historic damage.  Mississippi Baptists are partnering with an army of Southern Baptists Disaster Relief teams to minister during a critical time of need. Disaster Relief Web Page: https://mbcb.org/get-support/disaster-relief/ Annual Meeting Links:Program (PDF) (as of October 17)Special Events Schedule (full list of events during the Convention)First Day BulletinTimes to KnowExhibitors ListParking MapPastors' Conference Information2024 Book of ReportsMBCB Mobile AppTop 10 List (Article)Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Grant Stegall who serves as the Chairman of the Order of Business Committee.  Grant is the Pastor at Desoto Hills Baptist Church and has faithfully led discussions through the order of the Mississippi Baptist Convention.  Hear all of the details as we talk through each session of the Annual Meeting.  Episode Links:Program (PDF) (as of October 9)Special Events Schedule (full list of events during the Convention)Times to KnowExhibitors ListParking MapPastors' Conference Information2024 Book of ReportsMBCB Mobile AppTop 10 List (Article)Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with leaders from the North American Mission Board (NAMB) as they visit the state for two different trainings.  Evangelism training took place in Brandon and a Revitalization Summit took place in three different cities.  Hear the key takeaways from these two equipping events.  Also, catch a summary of all of the special events happening around the Annual Meeting October 26-30.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Mike Lazenby and D Ray of the International Mission Board about their recent visit to Mississippi. We discuss their upcoming event "Together for the Nations," which is one of only a few locations offered in 2025.  Together for the Nations events are one-day events designed to help Southern Baptist pastors and missions leaders explore how they and their churches can become more involved in solving the world's greatest problem-lostness-through partnership with the IMB.Episode Links:Together for the NationsBecoming a missionary - imb.org/goAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Rena Register about the fruits of long-term ministry growth at the Jones County Fair.  Each year over 20 churches and several hundred volunteers work together to make an impact at one of the largest community events of the year.  In the middle of fair rides and games, Rena shares how their ministry works.Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonNovember 4-6: KidMin RetreatNovember 7: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - Bay SpringsNovember 11-13: Student Ministers' RetreatNovember 14: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - SeminaryContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Bryant Wright.  After many decades of pastoral ministry, Bryant currently serves as President of Send Relief.  He discusses the value of tenure as a local pastor, and emphasizes the importance of focusing on your marriage and family.  Listen to hear insights into the large reach of Southern Baptists across the world through ministries like Send Relief.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Randy Sims as he discusses his relatively new role as the Associational Mission Strategist.  Hear his heart that compels a practical approach to encouraging and equipping churches within the Pine Belt.  Listen to catch many simple tips you can consider in your own personal life. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Neil Tullos about ministry at FBC Wiggins.  The community is sandwiched between coast life and the Hattiesburg/Pine Belt area, creating a unique dynamic. Neil also talks about his crossover into the Senior Pastor role for the first time after many years of ministry.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Wade Stevens about ministry at Longview Point Baptist Church in Hernando.   Wade shares insight about their philosophy of church planting that continues to grow.  Born as a church plant, Longview Point continues to increase Gospel opportunities across North Mississippi and beyond.  Listen to the discussion about their incredible baptism numbers! Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Scott Lucky and Josh Poore at Parkway Baptist in Clinton.  We discuss ministry in the Clinton / Jackson metro area and how Parkway is uniquely positioned near Mississippi College.  Scott also shares how he preps for preaching on Sundays.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 1: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 2: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Ken Braddy, Director of Sunday School & Network Partnerships for Lifeway Christian Resources.  We discuss the trends he sees in local churches regarding discipleship and small groups.  He talks about the latest statistics related to group ministry since the great disruption of 2020. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 1: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 2: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Andrew Harper about his new role in the Discipleship & Sunday School Department.  Andrew previously served at FBC Cleveland and will now be focusing on Adult Ministries for Mississippi Baptists.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 1: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 2: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Clint Pressley who currently serves as the Southern Baptist Convention President.  Currently, Clint is the Senior Pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist Church in North Carolina, but he first started his pastorate by serving in Mississippi.  Listen to hear some of his stories of how Mississippi shaped his ministry. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJuly 25: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference August 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgSeptember 12: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - TupeloSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Nate Jernigan who serves as the Assistant Professor of Music and Worship at Leavell College.  We hear Nate's story of worship ministry from Mississippi to Texas and now New Orleans.  He describes the approach to worship ministry training and how NOBTS is equipping students to lead churches. Links in Podcast Episode:www.nobts.eduhttps://www.nobts.edu/Music/default.htmlAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJuly 25: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference August 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Art Rainer about the financial burden in today's world.  He describes our current state and explains the importance for the church to teach stewardship.  We also hear about several resources that can help families and church leadership.  Links in Podcast Episode: https://www.christianfinancialhealth.com/reporthttps://www.christianmoneysolutions.com/8-money-milestonesAround the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristJuly 25: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference August 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Brian Rushing about ministry along the Gulf Coast.  Brian serves as the AMS in the Gulf Coast Baptist Association in Gulfport.  We hear about the cooperative spirit in South Mississippi and the need for continued growth of ministry in the coastal region.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristJuly 25: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference August 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Zach DePriest and Ken Hall about 2024 Super Summer at Mississippi College the week of July 8.  We hear about the long ministry of Super Summer and the new changes ahead for this year.  Zach serves as the Student Pastor at First Jackson and is one of many leaders for Super Summer.Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Dr. Shawn Parker, MBCB's Executive Director, about the happenings at the Southern Baptist Convention in Indianapolis last week.  We discuss the Mississippi Baptist fellowship, exhibit hall, entity reports, elections, and resolutions. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with many Mississippi Baptists from around the state while they attended the fellowship night during the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting.  The event took place on Monday, June 10, in Indianapolis. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 10-17: All State Youth Choir Camp/TourJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation about the Southern Baptist Convention's Annual Meeting in Indianapolis.  Pastor Brandon Lynch from Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Bogue Chitto joins us to walk through the schedule.  Hear about all of the key points from the Pastors' Conference to the Business sessions. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 10: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship (SBC at Indy)June 10-17: All State Youth Choir Camp/TourJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Send us a Text Message.Pull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation about Central Hills Baptist Retreat.  Jon and Tanner joined a day of training for camp staff and heard first hand from Dr. Parker, Dwayne Parker, and 2 camp staffers about the preparations.  Listen to hear how you can pray for the summer staff and the thousands of campers.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsJune 10: Mississippi Baptist Fellowship (SBC at Indy)June 10-17: All State Youth Choir Camp/TourJune 25-29: HeartSong Worship Arts CampJuly 8-12: Super SummerJuly 9-12: SMACK CampJuly 18-20: State Literacy Missions & Christian Job Corps ConferenceJuly 19: Stand Tall - Students Standing for ChristAugust 8: Impact Training - ColumbusAugust 12: Impact Training - ClintonAugust 13: Impact Training - Hernando August 16-17: Equipping LeadersAugust 19: Impact Training - GulfportAugust 20: Impact Training - HattiesburgContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org