Pastors across the United States and in Uganda tell us that one of the greatest needs is developing leaders for their churches and beyond. Yet while many pastors feel confident teaching what the Bible says about faith and faithfulness, they often feel unequipped to train leaders to lead effectively in all areas of life. Leadership...
Get ready to reconnect! With school back in session and fall just around the corner, it's the perfect time to revitalize your network with fellow local association pastors. Join us this month at the CPBA office for lunch, where we'll be hosting a special guest: Mark Clifton author of Reclaiming Glory: Revitalizing Dying Churches. Don't...
As we get ready to enter into a busy Fall schedule, come and join other pastors and leaders in our association for a retreat of worship, prayer and fellowship and seeking the Lord together for his wisdom and power. It will be a great morning of encouragement and renewed focus to kick off a fruitful...
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Flourish is a one-day Christian mental health conference for anyone navigating the tension between faith and emotional well-being. Whether you are walking through personal struggles, supporting someone you love, or leading others in your church or community, Flourish offers a space to pause, reflect, and grow. You will hear from trusted voices, including keynote speakers...
Join us for our 87th Annual Meeting on October 12, 2025! This year's meeting will be held at Grace Community Church in Smithville, MO. Schedule of Events: Registration Opens: 5:00 PM Dinner: 5:30-6:20 PM Childcare Opens (only for those registered): 6:15 PM Registration Closes: 6:20 PM Annual Meeting: 6:30-8:30 PM Click HERE to Register!
Preaching & Preachers Workshop centered on the topic “Preaching from the Gospels.” H.B. Charles, Jr., Jason Allen, and Jared Wilson bring their wealth of preaching experience to bear to help current and aspiring pastors more competently preach from the four Gospels. Come learn from these wise men, interact with peers from around the area, and expand...
Executive Director Wes Fowler and the staff of the Missouri Baptist Convention are hosting a dinner for bi-vocational pastors and their wives Oct. 27 at the MBC Annual Meeting in Branson. The dinner begins at 5 p.m. in the Taneycomo A&B ballroom of the Branson Hilton Convention Center. It features a welcome and “thank you”...
Church Leader, if you are going to the MBC Annual Meeting, I want to invite you to Resound’s annual Monday night event. This year’s theme is Experience Renewal, and we’ll have encouragement, equipping, and plenty of desserts!